If you want to take the grandchildren to Disney, Orlando then you’re going to need to put a plan into place. You may be used to childless trips and Disney is one of the most child-oriented holidays you can go on. At twice the size of Manhattan, Disney can be a little overwhelming.  So take advantage of advice from others who’ve been there before you plan your trip to Disney.

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Have a look at some of the tips below to make the most of your time, money, and energy: 

Think About Saving 

It’s a good idea to plan a trip well in advance when it comes to Disney. It might be an idea to set up a dedicated savings account and set up a scheduled automatic contribution that goes into a designated savings fund.  And it might be a good idea to keep it a secret from them until you’ve saved up enough!

Go Where It Is Less Crowded

If you don’t like the idea of standing in long queues, and you want more time to enjoy the attractions and rides, it can be worthwhile planning your trip for when the parks at normally at their least crowded times. Not surprisingly, this means avoiding holiday periods, special events, school breaks, and summer vacation. 

Think About Your Accommodation 

When it comes to taking the grandkids to Orlando, you’re more than likely going to want to have some days to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of the parks. A great way to do this is to book one of the Florida Villas, It will give you easy access to all areas of Florida, but also give the chance to recuperate in the comfort of your own private holiday home. 

Meet Your Favorite Disney Characters

For many kids, meeting their favorite characters is one of if not the highlight of their trip. If your grandchild has a favorite character, don’t take the risk, and book in advance. You can prebook this kind of excursion on top of dining, and other attractions through Disney’s MyMagic+ planning system before you even leave home. 

Think About How To Deal With The Crowds

Nobody wants to deal with big crowds but even if you go when it’s quieter you have to expect it with Disney. They are simply impossible to avoid. There is ways you can learn how to handle them, such as prebooking on the popular rides, booking dining in advance, and researching the quieter times to visit certain areas.  Add these things to your list for when you plan a trip to Disney.

Don’t Worry About The ‘Perfect’ Age

People often worry about the perfect age to introduce kids to Disney, however, the perfect age is whenever you decide it. Whether your grandchildren are 12 or 2, their first Disney holiday with their grandparents will be special and magical nonetheless. 

Get To Know Disney’s Official App And FastPass+

If you want to ultimately organized and lock in the ride times and dining experiences. There is an app for it. Disney has rolled out an innovative new planning tool; My Disney Experience. It has replaced the old ticket paper ticketing system by using a fantastic smartphone app with their MagicBand bracelets. The app enables you to program your dining experiences and attractions with FastPass+. If you’re not great with technology, it could be a good idea to practice using the Disney application before you go, it will certainly impress your grandchildren. 

Check out this post on more things to do while you’re in Orlando.

These 8 tips should help you to plan the ultimate family holiday to Orlando Florida with your grandchildren. Have you started to plan a trip to Disney? What have you been looking at? 

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