The best advice anyone can ever give to anyone going is be nice and polite to all the Cast Members. The abuse thats always been there had only gotten worse since WDW reopen. If you don’t like the way things are now, then don’t go. Be nice to us, and you never know what extra magic may come your way.
I’ve been binge watching all WDW videos I can! A little shy of 400 days until our trip, and I’m super excited! Thanks for being such an informative channel! 💜 The DFB team is rad!
Ok seriously I don't know what I would have done without AJ and the team at DFB! I was able to crush our Disney vacation and it was all because of these guides! The annual pass holders in my group made fun of me because I must have said no I'm doing it this way because AJ suggests...about a million times! They laughed that I was acting like AJ was a personal acquaintance but by the end of the day in Magic Kingdom they were all praising me and AJ lol! Thank god for the DFB team!!!
While doing a split stay we asked the first hotel if we could stay for an extra 2 hours so our kids could nap while we waited for our other room to be ready and they happily obliged even though we didn't think it was a chance so it never hurts to ask it probably depends on how busy they are but they were pretty busy when we were there
Thanks for the mention of the First Pitch at Casey's Corner, it brought back great memories. I had seen this several times over the years and it was always fun to see happen. One year my wife and I arrived at MK and had skipped breakfast to get there quicker. Eventually we had to eat and, being big fans of hot dogs, we decided it was Casey's for "breakfast". We got there and they weren't open yet and there was not one waiting. We decided we would wait and a few minutes later someone came out and asked us if we would like to help open the store. Of course we agreed. Just before open the manager came out and prepped us on what we would be doing and we had a great time throwing that "first pitch". I have been going to MK since the first year it was opened and this is actually one of my top 10 memories. Did I mention I was in my 40's when this happened? As you said, it's not just the kids that get to throw the pitch.
WOW this story is amazing!!! Can I ask what exactly did you help with before opening? Also what did you have for breakfast and please spare no details please as I am very invested in your story now hehe :D
We prefer the resorts with the internal bus stops. The convience of walking out of your room and right to the bus is worth the wait. Which is usually posted on MDE or at the bus stop. Saratoga Springs, Old Key west and Coronado Springs are aces
One other reason the wait times may be inaccurate it to help control traffic flow of the park. They may increase the wait times of one area to move the crowds to another.
I’m at WDW now and we are in a nearby rental house. The individual attraction selections for rise and Remy have all been filled before we even got the chance to buy at park open! We ended up doing standby for rise and made it into the virtual queue for Remy
Thank you so much dfb guide for all these amazing tips, treats advise and so much more that you share with us. I have said it before and I will say it again A/J's voice is so awesome and keeps you pulled in and interested. I love your videos and for real I bought a guide 3 years ago and it is super detailed and epic. Can't wait for my next trip and guide. Thanks guys, your awesome!💖👏🏾
The secrets that we learn from AJ and the rest of the DFB crew really do match their catch phrase at the beginning of every single vlog...Let's WIN Disney World!
Thank you for making videos. Honestly, it has given me a real perspective on why I don't think I'll go to any Disney park with high expectations again. :( I feel like they have "gamed" it so much that a mere mortal (Me!) will never be able to just stand in line, chat with friends, enjoy the ride and then pick the next one. The price of a ticket is almost cost prohibitive to most people who really need a little Disney Magic in their lives. Adding on special fees to get in line.... not so good IMHO. Longing for the days of buy a pass and enjoy your day(s) at the parks. We'll see if the opportunity arises if I feel differently... but for now. No plans. :9(
Yeah, at the moment smaller parks are better if you want a more simple, fun experience without all the extra expenses and struggle. Shame you can't get that "Disney magic" but at least it'll be easier
Me either! I am si sad about how things have changed so much! Seeing all those people charging phones in the park oh that did it for me! The Magic is gone!!!!
Oh I love these videos!! I feel so guilty because I discreetly turned down the volume for the Midway Mania tips so maybe I can actually win against my son next time we go!!! 🤣
I love your videos and tips AJ - thanks. I an a long time disney fan but I now have some health problems , but don’t want to miss all the fun with my family and grand babies. I would love some tips for navigating the parks and rides for people with mobility problems. I need a scooter and have problems with balance so getting on and off rides can be difficult. I can use my cane to walk to rides but have trouble if the ride doesn’t stop for loading. Hope this is possible 😘
Wow! What a jam-packed video! Excellent job DFB team! Enjoy these super useful videos, especially since our vacation is about 125 days out! We are so excited to be returning to Walt Disney World once again!
I gotta say when my name popped up on a poster while waiting in line for Rockin Rollercoaster I was thoroughly confused and scared at the same time. Found out when I got home it was the magic band lol
I’ve never eaten at Planet Hollywood but I LOVED it in there!!! It was my first exposure to an actual piece of the Wizard of Oz 1939 film and I just… I broke down and cried from feeling overwhelmed on seeing Dorothy’s dress actually right there in front of me. It’s been one of my favorite dresses since I was a little girl!!
So I did this in December, when me, my boyfriend and his son went to Disney...we had purchased the Disney genie plus for the day at animal kingdom and we decided to utilize the rider swap for Everest, he was the second rider and they put it on his magic band as a lightning lane pass...I will say though, as a word of caution, if you have a pass for later that day (we had a lightning lane reservation for Navi river journey) it will cancel that pass for later, however the cast members were very nice at Navi's and helped us get on through the lightning lane
I always like to ask for a non-adjoining room for safety and less noise. The front desk at POFQ has always helped me. I go in January so maybe it's easier that time of year.
We had such a wonderful speaking voice we really should pursue something professionally. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. I have an upcoming trip in a couple months and this will be very helpful information
“It’s just like how fastpass worked with rider swap. You both have to have a fast pass in order to rider swap and use the fastpass lane.” When did they start this? We brought our two year old in 2015, and they gave us one fastpass. The idea was that one of us would wait in standby, then when we were done with riding, the other person could jump in the fastpass line since theoretically, they would have waited in the standby away. Once upon a time, you could ride then swap right in front of the literal ride. Like, you waited at the exit, and swapped riders there. No additional line waiting. But I guess once enough people started doing this, maybe it got too problematic.
I think you misunderstand. You approached the ride without a Fastpass, and asked for rider swap in the standby queue. To actually achieve the goal of rider swap, they gave you a fastpass to give to the waiting party so they could use the fastpass line to skip to the front and ride. What AJ was saying, is that if you use a Fastpass to skip the main queue, but ALSO want to rider swap, both of the groups must have a fastpass. This is to prevent someone from getting one fastpass for themselves, then using 'rider swap' to fastpass their friends through without making real fastpass reservations through the official system. This would badly throw off Fastpass counts and management, so they plugged that exploit.
I'm going to Disney in 20 days and it has been 10 years since I last went, I'm so excited! But I'm really nervous for Omnicron, I'm a foreigner going to the US and I'm just scared that one of these days Disney closes):
All they care about is money, so if they can make everyone wear masks like they have been doing to keep the virus down, the last resort thing they would do is close so I think you’ll be good :)
If you REALLY want to do something about possibly contracting COVID (any variant) Make sure you wear a NIOSH compliant, N95 compliant, respirator mask WITHOUT VALVES. The ones made by Castlegrade are pretty good (I use these myself and I like them very much). You need something that has a NIOSH filter for particle filtration, and the N95 standard (isn't a filter standard, surprisingly) will make sure it seals around your mouth and nose properly to avoid leaks and air bypassing the filter. Good masks will have replaceable filters that cost less per filter then throwaway surgical masks. Usually the filters last 2 days (at least with Castlegrade they do) and must be discarded for safety afterwards.
You never know, especially with the explosive growth of cases in Florida. The one thing that might help is the new variant is 'weak'. So the chances of everything locking down should be lower.
Accept that you are probably going to get Omicron if you go. Tons of coughing around you, and most people aren't wearing masks. Disney also refuses to refund tickets for people with positive COVID tests, and will happily let them into the parks. Considering how this is a once-in-a-decade (or lifetime) trip for many people, it's a huge outbreak hotspot.
For KiteTails, the AP seating isn't available now. It was only a temporary thing that they were trying out. I love the show, so seeing you give it a shout out is heart warming!
If you already all have genie plus, using rider swap seems a bit superfluous. It may be worth explaining that the kiddo(s) who can ride can go twice (Once with each parent).
Love the DFB team! But, I’m not sure when you all are going to animal kingdom, but as a regular Disney attendee myself & AP holder, I’ve rarely seen Everest at Animal Kingdom with a less then 30 min wait. In fact most times I’ve gone, it’s easily a 45-60 min wait. In my experience most my visits. Not all of them. And I go during low seasonal times. But I would agree single rider line will be the best bet if you want a much shorter wait.
I don't think I should have watched this.. I am still a Magic Key holder at Disneyland for this year, and we don't have any plans for WDW, but dang this video has made me miss WDW sooooo much! The last time we were there was back in 2019 and we had the absolute best time since the weather was awesome for the whole week, low humidity and the Magical Express was still running. :) Thank you AJ for an awesome video with some great tips! :)
If someone chooses a ride share option like Lyft from their Disney hotel, where will it drop them off at the park? For example, MK. Will it go to TCC or main front entrance? I ask this bc I’m wondering if that Disney Hotel gower will be able to still utilize the early magic house if they use a Minnie Lyft.
Do you guys have a tier list of most popular/prioritized lines? It’d be great to know if there’s two high hitters I’d like to book to know which one would be more likely to book up the fastest.
AJ your videos are so insightful! This was a long one for sure, but it was full of so many amazing nuggets that I will definitely put to use when I go next month 😀
We went to Kite Tails and asked where the pass holder seating was and they told us that it was just something the were doing for a short time and now it's up. Maybe the cast member just didn't know but passing it along.
Also because of people figuring out plans at the last minute after snagging whatever reservation was available long ago and then cancelling 24 hrs in advance, we found some great reservations available for that day or the next. So basically even while you're on vacay, keep looking for dining availabilities.
Yup I did the shipping for my beauty and beast waterglobe years ago.. Still have it, they really packed it good better than get broken stuff because of the airlines throwing your bags around. Found this the hard way with my bear ornament from Universal they crushed it.
After years of watching these videos and thinking A.J. was mispronouncing Les Halles, I finally looked it up and learned about the 'aspirated h". So double thanks for this one, A.J. :D
i live in england and ive been to disney florida once in 2019 and i dont plan on going back again for a few years i dont even know why i watch ur vids but i rlly like them :))
I have not been to Disney since 1991 (yes, since 1991 back when Hollywood Studios was MGM and Animal Kingdom did not exist). I have since developed back issues. I assume it is not recommended to ride any of the roller coasters or Tower of Terror with an arthritic sciatic nerve? Thanks for all of your tips. Heading to Disney soon....
A friend of mine works at Caribbean Beach. If you see someone working at the front desk using an electric scooter, say "Hi". He prefers the the name "Ecto" over the name on his nametag
To clarify, can you buy a Fancy Ride (TM) without having to buy all of Genie+? So, if I want to ride RotR, do I need to spend the $15 for Genie+ to access purchasing options for the Fancy Rides, or can I just book RotR?
Hello! Me and my dad, grandma and my cousins are going to Disney world hopefully at the end of this year we are from Australia I love watching your videos bye!
Which rooms in which resorts have external villas or which are better for not hearing children stomping at all hours of the day? I feel even the Grand Floridian has thin walls. Is the Swan and Dolphin the way to go?
Though we live in the northeast, my family and I have been to WDW well over 50 times and I still find your site and videos to be extremely valuable! There are sooo many changes since not having been there in past 3 years. Thank you for these updates!!!
Upgrading parkhopper day-of helped so much on my first trip to Walt Disney World. We only had three days and still wanted to do Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. We went to Animal Kingdom in the morning, stood in line at a ticket booth, and was able to go to both parks. It was great!
Regarding the snack hacks: I do NOT recommend the cinnamon roll at Main St. Bakery. It's dry and tasteless. Hoping the cinnamon bun at Gaston's is the original that used to be offered at Main St. Bakery before it became another overpriced Starbuck's. Finding out next month!!
Heads up, I wrecked my arm on Toy Story Mania. Did not even know that was possible but now I have chronic tendon issues where I was fine before. So be careful!
Yes it is. End of summer vacation, a lot of people getting their trips in before school starts back etc. Crowds will probably be big. And it will be miserably hot.
@@jasonstevens9567 What places are those? Cruel, heartness lands of darkness, meant to steal away the waning days of summer from easily preyed upon youth?!? ;) All I know is February, April and October/November are my months...
Question: for people who hop on at the end of the night to a MK attraction, don’t you need to ride the boat or monorail back to the TTC? How does that work?
@@itr0863 Me and my partner are planning on driving ourselves and are staying at Port Orleans French Quarter, so wouldn’t we still have to park at the TTC? I didn’t know there was a way to drive directly to MK.
8:20 Here's a few suggestions for Disney "making things up as they go" .... Drop the $15 Genie+ and the additional per ride fees!!! Let's care about our guests again!!! Let's do things the way Walt Disney envisioned it!!! Let's care about our employees/cast members - give them a decent wage instead of pretending that we're doing them a favor by "allowing" them to work here. A few years ago, I actually had a neighbor, who has a management position at WDW, say to me, "people would work for free just to be at Walt Disney World." Yep! That'll pay the rent, all right!
All right I'm going to be totally honest here I used to love riding roller coasters all the time when I was a kid, but unfortunately I have been banned from riding roller coasters due to my disability progression getting worse see I was born with hydrocephalus and LMC as well as multiple sclerosis and I have a shunt in the right side of my neck that's Teflon my first two shunts were plastic I wasn't even supposed to get the Teflon shot until I was 16 years old but when my shunt broke at 7 years old when I had the second plastic one they went ahead and went with a Teflon one anyway which cause if you problems like sticking out of my neck and making it extremely obvious until of course I got older. But that being said even though Teflon is flexible, my doctor had instructed me that I can no longer ride roller coasters or go on anything with extreme heights to the point where you could fall off so basically she told me to stick with ground and River rides are okay as long as I got someone next to me that can help me control my balance cuz the waves can be pretty rapid if you know what I mean. not being said I did really used to enjoy roller coasters so it does disappoint me that I can't go on roller coasters anymore but on the other hand I see why it's no longer a good idea and I'm actually okay with it for a while I wasn't all right with it but acceptance is just a path that needed to be taken and even though my tread down the acceptance path was slow, my rational mind helped me get through the acceptance path much faster and helped me understand why it had to be that way so as much as I would love to, I have fully accepted that I no longer can go on high rides or roller coasters and I'm okay with that it's not an easy thing to accept but I'm okay with that :-)
OK I'm confused so me and girlfriend Order tickets and it came with the fast pass or Disney genie so do I have to pay for extra one for my girlfriend or since we are together I don’t have to get another fast pass
