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ACCOMMODATIONS INDEX

Note: Page numbers of hotel profiles are in boldface type. All-Star Resorts (Animal Kingdom area), 96, 97, location, 10, 12, 72 98, 100 maximum room occupancy, 77 costs, 70 swimming, 82 dining, 76 theme, 80, 81 location, 10, 72 Buena Vista Palace maximum room occupancy, 77 amenities, 101 swimming, 82 child-care clubs, 64 theme, 80–81 costs, 71 Animal Kingdom Lodge, 95–98 child-care clubs, 64 Caribbean Beach Resort (), costs, 70 91–92, 98 dining, 76, 130, 159, 160 costs, 70 holidays at, 55 dining, 76, 162 location, 10, 72 location, 11, 72 maximum room occupancy, 77 maximum room occupancy, 77 swimming, 82 swimming, 82 theme, 79–81 theme, 80, 81 transportation, 78 Beach Club Resort and Villas (), 89, 98–99 Comfort Suites Maingate Resort (Kissimmee), 112 child-care clubs, 64 Contemporary Resort (), 85, costs, 70 86, 98, 231 dining, 76, 159, 160, 230 costs, 70 holidays at, 55 dining, 130, 159, 160, 162, 230 location, 10, 12, 72 Easter at, 49 maximumCOPYRIGHTED room occupancy, 77 location, MATERIAL 10, 71 swimming, 82 maximum room occupancy, 77 theme, 80, 81 swimming, 82 Best Western Lake Buena Vista Resort theme, 81–82 amenities, 101 transportation, 72, 74 costs, 71 Coronado Springs Resort (Animal Kingdom location, 11 area), 96, 97, 98 BoardWalk Inn and Villas (Epcot), 14, 89–91, 99 costs, 70 costs, 70 dining, 76, 130, 161 dining, 76, 159, 161 location, 10, 72 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:12 PM Page 388

388 ACCOMMODATIONS INDEX

Coronado Springs Resort (Animal Kingdom Holiday Inn at World (Lake Buena area) (continued) Vista) maximum room occupancy, 77 amenities, 101 swimming, 82 costs, 71 theme, 80, 81 location, 11 Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort (Lake Buena Disney’s BoardWalk. See BoardWalk Inn and Villas Vista), 110 Dolphin. See Dolphin Hotel Royal Plaza (Lake Buena Vista), 101 DoubleTree Castle Hotel (Orlando), 107 Howard Johnson EnchantedLand (Kissimmee), DoubleTree Guest Suites Resort (Lake Buena Vista) 112–13 amenities, 101 Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress (Lake Buena costs, 71 Vista), 110 location, 11 Marriott Village at Lake Buena Vista Isle, 111 Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground (Magic Kingdom), 88–89, 99 Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn campfire, 238 (Orlando), 108 children’s programs, 66 costs, 70, 71 Old Key West Resort (Bonnet Creek), 93, 98 dining, 76, 130 costs, 70 holidays at, 51–52 dining, 76, 159 location, 10, 71, 72 location, 11, 72 maximum room occupancy, 77 maximum room occupancy, 77 swimming, 82 swimming, 82 theme, 80 Gaylord Palms Resort (Kissimmee), 112 Grand Floridian Beach Resort & Spa (Magic Polynesian Resort (Magic Kingdom), 85, 98 Kingdom), 84–85, 99 child-care clubs, 64 child-care clubs, 64 costs, 70 children’s programs, 65–66 dining, 130, 161, 231 costs, 70 holidays at, 55 dining, 130, 159, 160, 161, 231 location, 10, 71, 72 holidays at, 55 maximum room occupancy, 77 location, 10, 71 swimming, 82 maximum room occupancy, 77 theme, 80, 81 swimming, 82 transportation, 72 tea party, 66, 239 Pop Century Resort (Downtown Disney), theme, 80, 81 94–95, 98 transportation, 72, 74, 78 costs, 70 Grosvenor Resort (Lake Buena Vista) dining, 76 amenities, 101 location, 10 costs, 71 maximum room occupancy, 77 dining, 159 swimming, 82 location, 11 theme, 81 Port Orleans Resort (Downtown Disney), Hard Rock Hotel (Universal Studios), 107–8, 92, 99 342, 345 costs, 70 Hilton Walt Disney World (Lake Buena Vista), 110 dining, 159 amenities, 101 holidays at, 55 child-care clubs, 64 location, 11, 72 costs, 71 maximum room occupancy, 77 dining, 160, 161 swimming, 82 location, 11 theme, 80, 81 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:12 PM Page 389

ACCOMMODATIONS INDEX 389

Portofino Bay Hotel (Universal Studios), 108, swimming, 82 342, 345 theme, 81–82 (Epcot), 90, 91, 100 Radisson Resort Parkway (Kissimmee), 113 child-care clubs, 64 Renaissance Orlando Resort (Orlando), 108–9 costs, 70 Rosen Shingle Creek (Orlando), 109 dining, 130, 159, 161, 230, 231 Royal Pacific Resort (Universal Studios), 342, 344 location, 10, 12, 72 maximum room occupancy, 77 Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa (Downtown swimming, 82 Disney), 93–94, 99 theme, 81–82 costs, 70 Wilderness Lodge and Villas (Magic Kingdom), dining, 76 86–87, 100 location, 11, 379 activities, 384 maximum room occupancy, 77 child-care clubs, 64 swimming, 82 costs, 70 theme, 80, 81 dining, 76, 159, 161 (Magic Kingdom), 87, 100 holidays at, 55 location, 10 location, 10, 72 swimming, 82 maximum room occupancy, 77 Sheraton Safari Hotel (Lake Buena Vista), 111 swimming, 82 Sheraton Studio City (Orlando), 109 theme, 79, 81 Sheraton Vistana Resort (Lake Buena Vista), Wyndham Palace (Lake Buena Vista), 112, 162 111–12 Sheraton World Resort (Orlando), 109–10 Yacht Club Resort and Villas (Epcot), 89, 100 Swan. See Walt Disney World Swan child-care clubs, 64 costs, 70 Walt Disney World Dolphin (Epcot), 90, 91, 99 dining, 159, 162 child-care clubs, 64 holidays at, 55 costs, 70 location, 10, 12, 72 dining, 130, 160, 161, 162 maximum room occupancy, 77 location, 10, 12, 72 swimming, 82 maximum room occupancy, 77 theme, 80, 81 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:12 PM Page 390

RESTAURANT INDEX

Note: Page numbers in boldface type indicate restaurant profiles.

Aashirwad, 124 Cape May Cafe (Beach Club), 130, 153, 160, 230 ABC Commissary (Disney-MGM Studios), 149 Cap’n Jack’s (Downtown Disney), 162 Akershus Royal Banquet Hall (Epcot), 130, 139, Casey’s Corner (Magic Kingdom), 144 154, 160, 161, 230, 233 Catalina Eddie’s (Disney-MGM Studios), 149 All-Star Cafe (Wild World of Sports), 159 Cattleman’s Steakhouse, 124 Andiamo Italian Bistro & Grille, 160 Chef Mickey’s (Magic Kingdom), 130, 153, 160, Artist Palette, 155 230, 233, 238 Artist Point (Wilderness Lodge), 128, 155, 159, Chefs de France (Epcot), 152–54, 160 161, 176 ’s Royal Table (Magic Kingdom), 127, Asian Harbor Chinese and Japanese Super 130, 137, 152, 159, 230, 232–34, 234–38 Buffet, 123 Citricos, 128, 155, 161, 176 Aunt Polly’s Dockside Inn (Magic Kingdom), 144 Columbia Harbour House (Magic Kingdom), 144 Concourse Steakhouse (Magic Kingdom), 153, 162 Backlot Express (Disney-MGM Studios), 131, 149 Coral Reef (Epcot), 139, 152, 162 Baskervilles, 159 Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe (Magic Kingdom), 144 Beaches & Cream, 159 CrÊpes des Chefs de France (Epcot), 146 Benihana—Steakhouse & Sushi, 161 Crystal Palace (Magic Kingdom), 130, 137, 152, Bice, 176 160, 231 Biergarten (Epcot), 130, 139, 152, 160 Big River Grille & Brewing Works (BoardWalk), 159 El Pirata y el Perico (Magic Kingdom), 145 Bill Wong’s, 122 Electric Umbrella Restaurant (Epcot), 146 Bistro de Paris (Epcot), 153, 154, 160 ESPN Club (Boardwalk), 159 bluezoo, 153, 162, 176 Boatwright’s Dining Hall, 159 50’s Prime Time Cafe (Disney-MGM Studios), Boheme, 176 140, 152, 159 Boma (Animal Kingdom), 130, 159, 160 Flame Tree Barbecue (Animal Kingdom), 141, 150 Bongo Cuban Cafe (West Side), 153, 154, 160 Flying Fish Cafe (BoardWalk), 128, 154, 161 Boston Lobster Feast, 122 Forty-First Street (West Side), 153 Boulangerie Pâtisserie (Epcot), 146 Fountain, 160 Fountain View (Epcot), 153 Grill (Magic Kingdom), 128, 153, 155, Fresh Mediterranean Market, 130, 161 159, 175 Fulton’s Crab House (Pleasure Island), 162 Cantina de San Angel (Epcot), 146 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:12 PM Page 391

RESTAURANT INDEX 391

Garden Grill (Epcot), 130, 159, 231 Outback, 162 Garden Grove Cafe (Swan), 130, 230, 232 Golden Corral, 122–23 Peco Bill’s Tall Tale Inn & Cafe (Magic Kingdom), Grand Floridian Cafe, 159 145 Gulliver’s Grill (Swan), 130, 159, 231, 232 The Pinocchio Village Haus (Magic Kingdom), 145 Pizzafari (Animal Kingdom), 151 Hollywood and Vine (Disney-MGM Studios), Planet Hollywood (Pleasure Island), 153, 159 130, 140, 159, 160, 231 Plaza Restaurant (Magic Kingdom), 160 Hollywood Brown Derby (Disney-MGM Ponderosa, 122 Studios), 140, 159 Portobello Yacht Club (Pleasure Island), 153, 160 Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue, 127 Punjab Indian Restaurant, 124 House of Blues (West Side), 153, 159 Raglan Road (Downtown Disney), 160, 383 Jiko—The Cooking Place (Animal Kingdom), Rainforest Cafe (Animal Kingdom and 128, 155, 159, 176 Downtown Disney), 141, 143, 152–53, JT’s Prime Time Restaurant & Bar, 124 154, 159, 382–83 Refreshment Outpost (Epcot), 147 Kimono’s, 153, 161 Refreshment Port (Epcot), 147 Kona Cafe (Magic Kingdom), 161 Restaurant Marrakesh (Epcot), 139, 161 Kringla Bakeri og Kafé (Epcot), 146–47 Restaurantosaurus (Animal Kingdom), 130, 151, 230 Kusafiri Coffee Shop (Animal Kingdom), 153 Rose & Crown Dining Room (Epcot), 160 Rose & Crown Pub (Epcot), 147–48 Las Vegas Buffet, 122 Rosie’s All American Cafe (Disney-MGM Le Cellier of Canada (Epcot), 153, 162 Studios), 149–50 Le Coq au Vin, 176 Royal Anandapur Tea Company (Animal Les Chefs de France (Epcot), 152–54, 160 Kingdom), 151 Liberty Inn (Epcot), 147 Liberty Tree Tavern (Magic Kingdom), 130, 137, San Angel Inn (Epcot), 152, 154, 161 152, 159, 230 Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant (Disney- L’Originale Alfredo di Roma (Epcot), 154, 161 MGM Studios), 140, 152, 159 Lotus Blossom Cafe (Epcot), 147 Scuttle’s Landing (Magic Kingdom), 145 The Lunching Pad (Magic Kingdom), 145 Settlement Pavilion, 130 Shoney’s, 123 Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano (Disney- Shula’s, 153, 162, 176 MGM Studios), 140, 152, 161 Shutters at Old Port Royale, 162 Matsu no Ma Lounge (Epcot), 153 Sizzler, 122–23 Maya Grill, 130, 161 Sommerfest (Epcot), 148 Mei Asian Bistro, 123 Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q, 124 Memories of India, 176 Spice Cafe, 124 Min and Bill’s Dockside Diner (Disney-MGM Spoodles (BoardWalk), 153, 161 Studios), 149 Starring Rolls Cafe (Disney-MGM Studios), 150, 153 Mings Court, 124 Studios Catering Co. (Disney-MGM Studios), 150 Mrs. Potts’ Cupboard (Magic Kingdom), 145 Sunshine Season Food Fair (Epcot), 131, 148, 155

Narcoossee’s, 128, 161, 176 Tamu Tamu (Animal Kingdom), 151 Nine Dragons Restaurant (Epcot), 139, 154, 160 Tangierine Cafe (Epcot), 148 1900 Park Fare (Magic Kingdom), 130, 153, Tempura Kiku (Epcot), 161 160, 231, 232, 238, 239 Teppanyaki Dining Room (Epcot), 154, 161 Toluca Legs Turkey Co. (Disney-MGM Studios), 150 Official All-Star Café, 153 Terrace Café (Magic Kingdom), ‘Ohana (Magic Kingdom), 130, 161, 176, 228, 145–46 231 Tony’s Town Square Restaurant (Magic Olivia’s Cafe, 159 Kingdom), 161 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 392

392 RESTAURANT INDEX

Toy Story Pizza Planet (Disney-MGM Studios), 150 Whispering Canyon, 130, 142, 159 Trail’s End, 130 Wild Jack’s Steaks & BBQ, 124 Tusker house Restaurant (Animal Kingdom), 151 Wolfgang Puck Cafe (West Side), 153, 154, 159

Victoria & Albert’s (Magic Kingdom), 127, 154, Yacht Club Galley, 159 160, 176 Yachtsman Steakhouse, 128, 153, 162 Vittorio’s, 124 Yakitori House (Epcot), 148–49 Ying and Yak (Animal Kingdom), 153 Western Steer, 122 Yorkshire County Fish Shop (Epcot), 149 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 393

SUBJECT INDEX

ABC Super Soap Weekend, 52 transportation options, 71–72 Accommodations, 69–120. See also separate travel agent help with, 104–5 Accommodations Index Universal Studios, 340 Animal Kingdom, 95–97 US 192 (Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway), 107, babysitting in, 83 112–13 Bonnet Creek, 91–95 vacation homes, 115–19 child-care options, 83 in Walt Disney World, 79–101 childproofing, 119–20 Wilderness Lodge, 142 children’s programs in, 115 Admission, 58–63 commuting time to/from, 72, 74–76 , 370 condominiums, 115–19 Disney-MGM Studios, 340–41 costs, 70–71, 116 DisneyQuest, 381–82 dining in, 76 guaranteed, 83 discounts, 102–5 lost passes, 244 Downtown Disney, 91–95, 101–2 SeaWorld, 368, 369 ease of access, 78 , 342 Epcot, 89–91 Universal Studios, 340–41, 356 Extra Magic Hours with. See Extra Magic Hours water theme parks, 371 good deals, 113–14 Advance Reservations, for dining, 126–28, 227, group size and, 76–77 233–38 guaranteed admission with, 83 (Magic Kingdom) holiday decorations in, 55–56 attractions, 170, 247, 250–51 International Drive, 105–10 dining, 270 Lake Buena Vista, 106–7, 110–12 Affection Section (Animal Kingdom), 310 locations, 71–72 Africa (Animal Kingdom), 308–10, 315 Magic Kingdom, 84–89 Age considerations, 20–26 Magical Express service, 83 expectations, 166 outside Disney World, 77–79, 105–15 four to six, 24–25 parking with, 83 ideal, 25 restaurants in, 129 infants, 20–24, 119–20, 196–97 selection, 70–79 teenagers, 25–26, 380–82 sharing with parents, 83 toddlers, 20–24, 119–20, 196–97 swimming areas, 82 Agriculture exhibit, Epcot, 282–84 tents for, 195 Airports, transportation to/from, 83 themes, 79–82 All About Kids, 64–65 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 394

394 SUBJECT INDEX

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man (Islands of water protection for, 196 Adventure), 358–60 Auto clubs, discounts through, 105 America Gardens Theatre (Epcot), 296 Autographs, 177, 208, 226–27 The American Adventure, 172, 220, 293 Aviary (Discovery Cove), 370 American Adventure Rotunda, Christmas at, 54 Animal Actors on Location (Universal Studios), 346–48 Baby care centers, 22 Animal Kingdom, 303–20 Animal Kingdom, 303 accommodations, 95–97 Disney-MGM Studios, 321 attractions, 306–15 Epcot, 278 fright potential, 173 Magic Kingdom, 245 height requirements, 222–23 supplies at, 197 waiting line strategies, 220–21 Universal Studios , 343 Christmas celebration, 55 Babysitting, 63–65, 83 dining, 141, 150–53, 230, 315 Back to the Future—The Ride (Universal Studios), Extra Magic Hours, 303 346–48 live entertainment, 316–17 Backlot (Disney-MGM Studios), 335 lost persons, 241, 243 Backlot Tour (Disney-MGM Studios), 172, 332 map, 304–5 Ball, Lucille, tribute to (Universal Studios), 346–47, opening procedures, 209 351 operating hours, 202 Banking services overview, 13, 303 Animal Kingdom, 303 parades, 55, 316–17 Disney-MGM Studios, 321 services, 303 Downtown Disney, 383 time required for, 201 Epcot, 278 touring order, 201–2 Islands of Adventure, 357 touring plans, 317–18 Magic Kingdom, 245 Animals Barney show (Universal Studios), 346–47, 349 Animal Actors on Location (Universal Studios), 346–48 at Goofy’s Wiseacres Farm SeaWorld, 368–70 (Magic Kingdom), 171, 262 Animation, The Magic of Disney Animation (Magic Kingdom), 270 (Disney-MGM Studios), 173, 331 Bears, (Magic Kingdom), 170, Annual Passports, 61 253 Aquariums, The Seas Pavilion (Epcot), 171–72, Beauty and the Beast—Live on Stage (Disney-MGM 281–82 Studios), 326–27 Ariel’s Grotto (Magic Kingdom), 258 Beetlejuice’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Graveyard Revue (Universal Asia (Animal Kingdom), 310–12, 315 Studios), 346–48 (Magic Kingdom), 171, 263 Behavior, 32–38 ATMs. See Banking services Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (Magic Kingdom), Attractions. See also specific locations 170, 252–53 dark, 169 Birds for. See FASTPASS Enchanted Room (Magic Kingdom), 170, 251 fright potential, 167–74 Flights of Wonder (Animal Kingdom), 173, 311 hail Mary pass for, 220, 221 Birthdays, 67–68 height requirements, 218–19, 222–23, 225 Black Angus Steak House, 124 hidden exits at, 242 Blisters, 180–81 intensity, 169 Blizzard Beach, 60, 223, 371–76 last-minute cold feet, 225 Blogs, 44 last-minute entry, 220 The Blues Brothers (Universal Studios), 346–47, 349 loud, 174 Boardwalk, Disney’s, 14 switching off, 220–23 Boat rides thrill rides, 218 Gran Fiesta Tour (Epcot), 172, 290 types, 203 Illuminations (Epcot), 296 visual impact, 169 It’s a Small World (Magic Kingdom), 170, 256 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 395

SUBJECT INDEX 395

Jaws (Universal Studios), 346–47, 350–51 Characters. See Disney characters (Magic Kingdom), 170, 247 Child-care centers, 63–64, 83 Juniper Recreation Area, 176–77 Childproofing rooms, 119–20 Jurassic Park River Adventure (Islands of China Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 291, 299 Adventure), 358–59, 364 Christmas celebration, 53–56 (Animal Kingdom), 173, 311–12 , 268–70 Liberty Belle Riverboat (Magic Kingdom), 170, Cinderella’s Golden Carousel (Magic Kingdom), 220, 254–55 170, 257 Living with (Epcot), 283 The Circle of Life (Epcot), 171, 284 Maelstrom (Epcot), 172, 291 Cirque du Soleil (Downtown Disney), 176, 380 (Magic Kingdom), 170, CityWalk (Universal Orlando), 56, 342 250 Clothing, 128, 185–89, 244 Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges (Islands of Club Cool (Epcot), 280 Adventure), 358–59, 362–63 Comedy, Laugh Floor Comedy Club (Magic Kingdom), (Magic Kingdom), 170, 251–52 171, 266 to (Magic Kingdom), 253–54 Comic Strip Lane (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, Body Wars (Epcot), 172, 287 362 The Boneyard (Animal Kingdom), 173, 315 Commissary Lane (Disney-MGM Studios), dining, Bonnet Creek, accommodations, 91–95 335 Boo to You Parade, 51 Communication, devices for, 194, 244 Bottlenecks, avoiding, 204 Condominiums, 115–19 Breakfast, 122–23, 134, 135, 227–33 Conservation Station (Animal Kingdom), 310 Breast-feeding, 23–24 Cooking adventure, 65 Buffets, 122–24, 129–31 Coolers, 193 Buses, to Downtown Disney, 377 Coral Reef (Discovery Cove), 370 Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin (Magic Costs Kingdom), 171, 263–64 accommodations, 70–71, 116 admission, 58–63 Camp Dolphin, 64 condominiums, 116 Camp Jurassic (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, 363 dining Camp Minnie-Mickey (Animal Kingdom), 306–8 character meals, 233 Campfire, Fort Wilderness Resort, 238 counter-service, 131–32 Canada Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 295, 299 by cuisine, 159–62 Candlelight Processional (Epcot), 54 discounts in, 121, 124 Caps, 191 saving, 135–37 Captain Jack Sparrow’s pirate tutorial (Magic Discovery Cove, 370 Kingdom), 269 Disney-MGM Studios, 340–41 Caro-Seuss-El (Islands of Adventure), 359, 366 DisneyQuest, 381–82 Carousel(s) typical day at WDW, 63 Caro-Seuss-El (Islands of Adventure), 359, 366 Universal Studios Florida, 340–41 Cinderella’s Golden Carousel (Magic Kingdom), vacation home rental, 116 170, 257 water theme parks, 371 Carousel of Progress (Magic Kingdom), 171, 266 Country Bear Jamboree (Magic Kingdom), 170, 253 Create Zone (DisneyQuest), 381 Indy Speedway (Magic Kingdom), 171, 225, Credit cards, 190 264–65 Cross Country Creek (Blizzard Beach), 374 Test Track Ride (Epcot), 172, 286 Crowds Cartoons, Jimmy Neutron’s Nicktoon Blast avoiding, 165, 204 (Universal Studios), 346–47, 351 day of week, 56–57 Castaway Creek (Typhoon Lagoon), 374, 375 Extra Magic Hours, 58 Castle, Cinderella, 268–70 holiday, 48–56 The Cat in the Hat (Islands of Adventure), 359, lost children in, 243 366–67 seasonal, 46–48 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 396

396 SUBJECT INDEX

water theme parks, 371, 372 snacks, 138–39 Cruise line, 14–15, 30, 39 special diets, 128 Crush ‘n’ Gusher (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 Thanksgiving, 52–53 Cub’s Den, 64 time saving in, 134–35 Curious George Goes To Town (Universal Studios), touring plans and, 133 346–47, 355 Typhoon Lagoon, 373 Cyberspace Mountain (DisneyQuest), 381 Universal Studios Florida, 341 vendor food, 132–33 Daily itinerary, planning, 206–7 water theme parks, 373 Day of week, 56–57 Dinoland U.S.A. (Animal Kingdom), 313–15 Disney-MGM Studios, 341 Dinosaur (Animal Kingdom), 173, 311 Universal Studios Florida, 341 Disabled visitors Day packs, 190–91 guidebook for, 40 Dehydration, 193 Universal Studios Florida, 343 Diapers, 196–97 Discipline, 32–38 Dining, 121–62. See also separate Restaurant Index Discounts in accommodations, 76, 129 accommodations, 102–5 advance reservations for, 126–28, 227, 233–38 admission, 62 Animal Kingdom, 141, 150–53, 315 dining, 121 Blizzard Beach, 373 Discovery Center (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, breakfast, 122–23, 134, 135, 227–33 363 buffets, 122–24, 129–31 Discovery Cove (SeaWorld), 370 cafeterias, 131 Discovery Island (Animal Kingdom), 306, 315 caveats, 128–29 Disney, Walt, tribute to, One Man’s Dream (Disney- choices, 133 MGM Studios), 173, 332 Christmas season, 53 Disney characters, 225–39 costs, 124, 131–32, 135–37, 159–62 Animal Kingdom, 306 counter service, 131–32, 143–52 autographs, 177, 208, 226–27 by cuisine, 159–62 Camp Minnie-Mickey, 307 discounts for, 121, 124 costumes, 177 with Disney characters, 157, 227–39 dining with, 157, 227–39 Disney-MGM Studios, 140–41, 149–50, 335, 341 face, 177 Downtown Disney, 382 friends of, 234 dress recommendations, 128 headpiece, 177 Epcot, 137–40, 146–49, 152–55, 299 “homeless,” 234 ethnic, 159–62 lost children and, 227, 243 family-style, 129–31 Magic Kingdom, 258, 260–62 fast casual, 131 meeting, 177–78 fast food, 133–34 time involved with, 208 food allergies, 128 types, 177 food courts, 131 watching, 226–27 full-service restaurants, 129, 152–55 Disney Cruise Lines, 14–15, 30, 39 Islands of Adventure, 358–59, 362 Points, 103–4 Magic Kingdom, 137, 144–46, 152, 270 Marketplace, 377, 382 Magic Your Way plan, 155–57 Disney Wilderness Preserve, 384 meal deals, 124 Disney-MGM Studios, 321–38 money saving, 135–37, 193–94 attractions, 324–32 outside Walt Disney World, 121–24 fright potential, 167, 172–73 quality, 125, 141–43 height requirements, 222 ratings and ranking, 157–62 vs. Universal Studios Florida, 340 readers’ comments, 141–43 waiting line strategies, 221–22 restaurant categories in, 129–33 Christmas celebration, 55 romantic, 175–76 dining, 140–41, 149–50, 231, 334–35 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 397

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exit strategies, 335 Showcase Extra Magic Hours, 213 accommodations, 89–91 Fantasmic!, 333–35 attractions live entertainment, 332–35 fright potential, 171–72 lost persons, 241 height requirements, 222 map, 322–23 waiting line strategies, 221–22 opening procedures, 209 Christmas celebration, 53–54 operating hours, 202 dining, 137–40, 146–49, 152, 230–31, 299 overview, 12, 321 exit strategies, 298 parades, 333–35 Extra Magic Hours, 213 services, 321 Kidcot fun stops, 278 time required for, 201 live entertainment, 295–98 touring order, 201–2 lost persons, 241 touring plans, 336–37 map, 279 vs. Universal Studios Florida, 339–41 New Year celebration, 56 Disney-MGM Studios Backlot Tour, 172, 332 opening procedures, 209 DisneyQuest, 223, 380–82 operating hours, 202, 277, 301 Disney’s West Side, 13–14, 380–82 overview, 12, 277–78 Disney’s Wild World of Sports, 14, 384 services, 278 Disneyspeak, 115 time required for, 201 Diversions, 203 touring order, 201–2 DiVine (Animal Kingdom), 316 touring plans, 298–300 Dr. Doom’s Fearfall (Islands of Adventure), 358–61 World Showcase attractions, 289–98 Dolphin swim (SeaWorld), 370 E.T. Adventure (Universal Studios), 346–47, 349–50 Donald’s Boat (Magic Kingdom), 262 Exit Information Guide, 114 Downhill Double Dipper (Blizzard Beach), 374 (Animal Kingdom), 173, 310–11 Downtown Disney, 13–14, 376–83 Explore Zone (DisneyQuest), 381 accommodations, 91–95, 101–2 Extra Magic Hours, 57–58, 79 Christmas celebration, 55 Animal Kingdom, 303 “Dream Along with Mickey” (Magic Kingdom), Epcot, 277 268 Magic Kingdom, 245 Dress recommendations, 128, 185–89, 244 opening hours and, 203 Drugs, 192 touring plans with, 212–13 Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, 362 Fairy Godmothers, 64–65 Dueling Dragons (Islands of Adventure), 358, Fairytale Garden (Magic Kingdom), 268 364–65 Miniature Golf, 385–86 the Flying Elephant (Magic Kingdom), 170, Fantasmic! (Disney-MGM Studios), 333–35 259 (Magic Kingdom) attractions, 170–71, 255–60 Earthquake—The Big One (Universal Studios), dining, 270 346–47, 349 FASTPASS, 213–18 Easter celebration, 49 attractions using, 217 Eating. See Dining; separate Restaurant Index guidelines, 217–18 Educational programs, 65–67, 115 obtaining, 216 The Eighth Voyage of Sinbad (Islands of Adventure), purpose, 215 358–59, 365 returning to ride, 215 Electronic devices, 194 for weekend, 49 Ellen’s Energy Adventure (Epcot), 172, 288–89 switching off with, 222 Enchanted Tiki Room—Under New Management vs. Universal Express, 341 (Magic Kingdom), 170, 251 when to use, 216–17 Energy presentation, Epcot, 172, 288–89 Fear Factor Live (Universal Studios), 346–47, 350 Epcot, 277–302. See also Future World; World Festival of (Animal Kingdom), 173, 307 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 398

398 SUBJECT INDEX

Fievel’s Playland (Universal Studios), 346–47, 350 Forest Exploration Trail, Pangani (Animal Kingdom), Figment, 171, 284–85 309 Films Fort Langhorn (Magic Kingdom), 253–54 The Circle of Life (Epcot), 171, 284 Fountains Honey, I Shrunk the Audience (Epcot), 171, 285 Epcot, 289 Impressions de France (Epcot), 172, 294 Magic Kingdom, 258 It’s Tough to Be a Bug! (Animal Kingdom), 173, Fourth of July celebration, 50 306 France Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 294, 299 Jim Henson’s Muppet-Vision 3-D (Disney-MGM Friends, inviting, 27–28 Studios), 173, 328–29 (Magic Kingdom), 270 The Making of Me (Epcot), 172, 287–88 attractions, 170, 251–54 Mickey’s PhilarMagic (Magic Kingdom), 257 dining, 270 O Canada! (Epcot), 172, 295 Frontierland Shootin Arcade (Magic Kingdom), One Man’s Dream (Disney-MGM Studios), 173, 254 332 Future World Reflections of China (Epcot), 172, 291 attractions, 278–89 Shrek 4-D (Universal Studios), 346–47, 352–53 fright potential, 171–72 Terminator 2:3-D: Battle Across Time (Universal waiting line strategies, 221–22 Studios), 346–47, 353–54 dining, 140 Turtle Talk with Crush (Epcot), 282 live entertainment in, 295 Universal 360º (Universal Studios), 346–47, 354 Finding Nemo ride (Epcot), 281–82 Games, DisneyQuest, 380–82 Finding Nemo-The Musical (Animal Kingdom), Gang Plank Falls (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 173, 314 Garden festival, 49 Gay Days, 50 Fantasmic! (Disney-MGM Studios), 333–35 Germany Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 291–92, 299 Halloween, 51 Golf, 384–85 Illuminations (Epcot), 296–98 Goofy’s Wiseacres Farm, The Barnstormer at Magic Kingdom, 270 (Magic Kingdom), 171, 262 New Year celebration, 56 Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros Universal 360º (Universal Studios), 346–47, 354 (Epcot), 172, 290 First aid, Epcot, 278 Grand Adventures in Cooking, 65 Fishing, 66 Grandparents, 29–32, 165–66 Flight simulation rides (Disney-MGM Studios), 172, Back to the Future—The Ride (Universal Studios), 325 346–48 Grocery stores, 136 Body Wars (Epcot), 172, 287 Guest Relations Mission: Space (Epcot), 171, 172, 288 Animal Kingdom, 303 Soarin’ (Epcot), 283 Disney-MGM Studios, 321 (Disney-MGM Studios), 173, 325–26 Epcot, 278 Flights of Wonder (Animal Kingdom), 173, 311 Guest Services, Islands of Adventure, 357 Florida Traveler Discount Guide, 40 Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities, 40 Flower festival, 49 Flume rides Hail Mary pass, for waiting lines, 220, 221 Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls (Islands of Hair care, 182 Adventure), 358–59, 362 Haircuts, 68 Jurassic Park River Adventure (Islands of (Magic Kingdom), 170, 254 Adventure), 358–59, 364 Halloween Party, 51–52 Splash Mountain (Magic Kingdom), 170, 251–52 Hats, 191 The Flying Unicorn (Islands of Adventure), (Magic Kingdom), 51, 170, 358–59, 365 255 Food festivals, 50–51 Hayrides, haunted, 51–52 Foot care and footwear, 179–81 Headliners, 203 Football, 384 Height requirements, 218–19, 222–23, 225 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 399

SUBJECT INDEX 399

The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride (Islands It’s a Small World (Magic Kingdom), 170, 256 of Adventure), 359, 367 It’s Tough to Be a Bug! (Animal Kingdom), 173, 306 High School Musical Pep Rally (Disney-MGM Studios), 332 Japan Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 293, 299 Hip packs, 190 Jaws (Universal Studios), 346–47, 350–51 Holidays, 48–56 Jimmy Neutron’s Nicktoon Blast (Universal Studios), Holidays from Around the World (Epcot), 54 346–47, 351 Hollywood Boulevard (Disney-MGM Studios), 321 Jingle Jungle Parade, 55 Honey, I Shrunk the Audience (Epcot), 171, 285 Journey into Imagination with Figment (Epcot), Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure 171, 284–85 (Disney-MGM Studios), 172, 329 Joyner, Tom, family reunion, 50 Hotels. See Accommodations; Jungle Cruise (Magic Kingdom), 170, 247 separate Accommodations Index Juniper Recreation Area, 176–77 Humunga Kowabunga (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 Jurassic Park (Islands of Adventure), 358, 363–64 Jurassic Park River Adventure (Islands of Ice Station Cool (Epcot), 280–81 Adventure), 358–59, 364 Illuminations (Epcot), 54, 296–98 Imagination Pavilion (Epcot), 284–86 Kali River Rapids (Animal Kingdom), 173, 311–12 Impressions de France (Epcot), 172, 294 Keelhaul Falls (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 The Incredible Hulk Coaster (Islands of Adventure), Kennels, 278, 376 358–59, 361 Ketchakidiee Creek (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular (Disney-MGM Kidcot fun stops, 278 Studios), 172, 326–27 Kid’s Night Out, 65 Indy Speedway (Magic Kingdom), 171, 225, 264–65 (Animal Kingdom), 173, 308–9 Infants, 20–24. See also Baby care centers Kissimmee—St. Cloud Tour and Travel Sales Guide, childproofing rooms for, 119–20 40 supplies for, 196–97 Information, 39–44 La Nouba (Downtown Disney), 176, 380 accommodations, 113–15 Labels, for clothing, 187–88, 244 Animal Kingdom, 303 Lake Buena Vista, accommodations, 106–7, blogs, 44 110–12 Disney-MGM Studios, 321 The Land Pavilion (Epcot), 171, 282–84, 299 Epcot, 278 Laser shows Magic Kingdom, 245 Illuminations (Epcot), 296–98 planning videos, 174, 178 Universal 360º (Universal Studios), 346–47, 354 podcasts, 42–44 Laugh Floor Comedy Club (Magic Kingdom), 171, 266 publications, 39–40 LEGO Imagination Center (Disney Village Web sites, 39–42 Marketplace), 377 Innoventions (Epcot), 171, 279, 299 Let the Kids Play Pirate, 65–66 International Drive, accommodations, 105–10 Let’s Have a Ball (Magic Kingdom), 269 Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, accommodations, Liberty Belle Riverboat (Magic Kingdom), 170, 220, 107, 112–13 254–55 Islands of Adventure, 356–68, 357 Liberty Square (Magic Kingdom) admission, 342–43 attractions, 254–55 arrival, 342–43 fright potential, 170 attractions, 357, 360–67 waiting-line strategies, 220–21 The Lost Continent, 358, 364–66 dining, 270 maps, 344–45, 358–59 Lights! Motors! Action! Extreme Stunt Show (Disney- Marvel Super Hero Island, 359–61 MGM Studios), 173, 329–30 overview, 357 The Lights of Winter (Epcot), 54 Seuss Landing, 359, 366–67 Lion King, Festival of the (Animal Kingdom), 173, Toon Lagoon, 358, 361–63 307 touring plan, 367–68 Live entertainment Italy Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 292, 299 Animal Kingdom, 316–17 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 400

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Live entertainment (continued) waiting-line strategies, 221–22 Disney-MGM Studios, 332–35 Christmas celebration, 53 Epcot, 295–98 dining, 137, 144–46, 152, 230–31, 270 on holidays, 48–56 exit strategies, 271 Magic Kingdom, 268–71 Extra Magic Hours, 213, 245 SeaWorld, 368–70 family magic tour, 66–67 Universal Studios, 355 live entertainment, 268–71 Web sites, 42 lost children, 241 Living with the Land (Epcot), 171, 283 map, 248–49 Lobster buffets, 122 opening procedures, 209 Lockers operating hours, 202 Disney-MGM Studios, 321 overview, 7, 12, 245–46 Epcot, 278 parades, 269–70 Islands of Adventure, 357 services, 245 Magic Kingdom, 245 time required for, 201 Universal Studios Florida, 343 touring order, 201–2 water theme parks, 372 touring plans, 271–74 Lodging. See Accommodations; Magic Masters store, 380 separate Accommodations Index The Magic of Disney Animation (Disney-MGM Look Who’s Talking (Animal Kingdom), 316 Studios), 173, 331 Lost and found Magic Your Way program Animal Kingdom, 303 costs, 59 Disney-MGM Studios, 321 dining in, 155–57 Epcot, 278 Magical Express service, 83 Islands of Adventure, 357 Maharaja Jungle Trek (Animal Kingdom), 173, 312 Magic Kingdom, 245 , U.S.A., 170, 246, 270 Universal Studios Florida, 343 Major attractions, 203 The Lost Continent (Islands of Adventure), 358, Make-up shows, Universal Horror Make-up Show 364–66 (Universal Studios), 346–47, 354–55 Lost persons, 241–44 The Making of Me (Epcot), 172, 287–88 Animal Kingdom, 241, 243, 303 The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (Magic Disney character meeting and, 227 Kingdom), 171, 258 Disney-MGM Studios, 241, 321 Maps Epcot, 241, 278 Animal Kingdom, 304–5 Magic Kingdom, 241 Disney-MGM Studios, 322–23 water theme parks, 372–73 Downtown Disney, 378–79 Lucy, A Tribute (Universal Studios), 346–47, 351 Epcot, 279 Florida, xii–xiii (Magic Kingdom), 171, 259–60 Islands of Adventure, 344–45, 358–59 Maelstrom (Epcot), 172, 291 Magic Kingdom, 248–49 Magic Carpets of (Magic Kingdom), 170, Orlando, 8–9 247, 250 Universal Orlando, 344–45 Magic Kingdom, 245–76 Universal Studios Florida, 344–45 accommodations, 84–89 Walt Disney World, 10–11 attractions Mardi Gras party, 48 Adventureland, 170, 247, 250–51 Marine animals, SeaWorld, 368–70 Fantasyland, 170–71, 255–60 Marketplace, Disney Village, 377, 382 Frontierland, 170, 251–54 Marvel Super Hero Island (Islands of Adventure), height requirements, 222 358–61 Liberty Square, 170, 220, 254–55 Mayday Falls (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 Main Street, U.S.A., 170, 246 Me Ship, The Olive (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, Mickey’s Toontown Fair, 171, 260–62 362 Tomorrowland, 171, 263–67 Meandering Mouse podcast, 43 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 401

SUBJECT INDEX 401

Medication, 192 Disney-MGM Studios, 202 Melt-Away Bay (Blizzard Beach), 374 Epcot, 202, 277, 301 Memories, 197–98 Magic Kingdom, 202 Men in Black Alien Attack (Universal Studios), with small crowds, 48 346–47, 351–52 Organizations, discounts through, 105 Merry-go-rounds Orlando, map, 8–9 Caro-Seuss-El (Islands of Adventure), 359, 366 Orlando Magicard, 40 Cinderella’s Golden Carousel (Magic Kingdom), Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights, 55 170, 266 Mexico Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 290, 299 Pangani Forest Exploration Trail (Animal Kingdom), Mickey’s Country House and Judge’s Tent (Magic 173, 309 Kingdom), 261 Parades Mickey’s PhilarMagic (Magic Kingdom), 257 Animal Kingdom, 55, 316 Mickey’s Toontown Fair (Magic Kingdom) Christmas, 53 attractions, 171, 260–62 Disney-MGM Studios, 332–33 dining, 270 Halloween, 51 Military personnel, admission discounts, 62 lost children at, 243 Miniature golf, 385–86 Magic Kingdom, 53, 269–71 Minnie’s Country House (Magic Kingdom), 261 Parents Minor attractions, 203 activities for, 175–77 Mission: Space (Epcot), 171, 288 children sharing room with, 83 “Mom, I Can’t Believe It’s Disney” Fountain (Epcot), single, 28–29 289 Park hopping, 59 Morocco Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 293–94, 299 Parking Mt. Gushmore (Blizzard Beach), 374 at accommodations, 84 Mousefest, 53 Universal Orlando, 342 MouseSavers Web site, 41–42 Pet-care services, 278, 376 Movie theaters, Pleasure Island, 380 Peter Pan’s Flight (Magic Kingdom), 171, 256–57 Muppet-Vision 3-D, Jim Henson’s (Disney-MGM Petting zoos Studios), 173, 328–29 Affection Section (Animal Kingdom), 310 My Disney Girl’s Perfectly Princess Tea Party, 66 Rafiki’s Planet Watch (Animal Kingdom), 173, 309–10 Naps, 204, 206 Phone numbers, Walt Disney World, 44, 45 Natural history exhibit, Discovery Center (Islands of Photos, 198–99, 234 Adventure), 358–59, 363 Pipa, the trash can (Animal Kingdom), 316 Nature reserves, 384 Pirates Nemo and Friends (Epcot), 171–72, 281–82 Captain Jack Sparrow’s pirate tutorial (Magic Neverland Club, 64 Kingdom), 269 New Year celebration, 56 Let the Kids Play Pirate, 65–66 NFL Experience, 384 Pirates of the Caribbean (Magic Kingdom), 170, music festival, 50 250 No expiration date, for admission, 59 Planet Watch (Animal Kingdom), 173, 309–10 Norway Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 230, 290–91, 299 Planning, 39–68 Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, 51 accessories, 189–92 admission options, 58–63 O Canada! (Epcot), 172, 295 attraction suitability, 167–74 Olive, The (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, 362 for attractions, 203, 206–7 One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish (Islands of babysitting, 63–65 Adventure), 359, 367 birthdays, 67–68 Opening procedures, 208–9 clothing, 185–89 official vs. real, 202–3 daily itinerary, 206–7 Operating hours day of week, 56–57 Animal Kingdom, 202 Disney character meeting, 177–79 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 402

402 SUBJECT INDEX

Planning (continued) Rafiki’s Planet Watch (Animal Kingdom), 173, 309–10 emotional preparation, 164–79 Railroads Extra Magic Hours. See Extra Magic Hours The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride holidays, 48–56 (Islands of Adventure), 359, 367 importance, 163 Tomorrowland Transit Authority (Magic information for, 39–44 Kingdom), 171, 265–66 logistic preparation, 185–97 Walt Disney World Railroad (Magic Kingdom), master plan, 183–89 67, 170, 246 memory recording, 197–98 (Animal Kingdom), 173, mental preparation, 164–79 310 for parents’ enjoyment, 175–77 Rain gear, 192 physical preparation, 179–83 Reflections of China (Epcot), 172, 291 for rest, 181–83 Relaxation, 181–83 role-playing in, 178–79 Replay Zone (DisneyQuest), 381 seasons to visit, 46–47 Reservations, for dining, 126–28 special events, 47–56 with Disney characters, 227, 233–38 special programs, 65–67 Rest, 181–83, 204, 206 telephone numbers, 44, 45 Restrooms time allocation, 44, 46–58 diaper changing facilities in, 22 trial run, 199–200 lost children at, 242 Playgrounds Restaurants. See Dining; separate Restaurant Index The Boneyard (Animal Kingdom), 173, 315 Revenge of the Mummy (Universal Studios), Camp Jurassic (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, 346–47, 352 363 The Ricky and Lucy Show (Universal Studios), 355 Curious George Goes To Town (Universal Rides. See Attractions Studios), 346–47, 355 River Adventure, Jurassic Park (Islands of Donald’s Boat (Magic Kingdom), 262 Adventure), 358–59, 364 Fievel’s Playland (Universal Studios), 346–47, 350 Rock ‘n’ (Disney-MGM Studios), Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure 173, 324–25 (Disney-MGM Studios), 172, 329 Roller coasters, 218 Me Ship, The Olive (Islands of Adventure), The Barnstormer at Goofy’s Wiseacres Farm 358–59, 362 (Magic Kingdom), 171, 262 Pooh’s Playfull Spot (Magic Kingdom), 260 Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (Magic for relaxation, 206 Kingdom), 170, 252–53 Tom Sawyer Island (Magic Kingdom), 170, Dueling Dragons (Islands of Adventure), 358, 253–54 364–65 Playhouse Disney Live on Stage (Disney-MGM Expedition Everest (Animal Kingdom), 173, Studios), 173, 331 310–11 Pleasure Island, 13, 56, 382–83 The Flying Unicorn (Islands of Adventure), Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends (Animal Kingdom), 358–59, 365 173, 307 The Incredible Hulk Coaster (Islands of Podcasts, 42–44 Adventure), 358–59, 361 Ponchos, 192 (Animal Kingdom), 173, 314 Pooh’s Playfull Spot (Magic Kingdom), 260 Revenge of the Mummy (Universal Studios), Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges (Islands of 346–47, 352 Adventure), 358–59, 362–63 Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster (Disney-MGM Studios), Port of Entry, Universal Orlando, 357, 359 173, 324–25 Poseidon’s Fury (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, (Magic Kingdom), 171, 264–65 366 virtual, DisneyQuest, 381 Premium Pass, 60–61 Woody Woodpecker’s Nuthouse Coaster Presidents, The Hall of (Magic Kingdom), 170, 254 (Universal Studios), 346–47, 355 Primeval Whirl (Animal Kingdom), 173, 314 Romantic activities, 175–77 Pteranodon Flyers (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, Routines, in vacation schedule, 184–85 364 Run-off Rapids (Blizzard Beach), 374 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:13 PM Page 403

SUBJECT INDEX 403

Safety Enchanted Tiki Room (Magic Kingdom), 170, 251 childproofing rooms for, 119–20 Fantasmic! (Disney-MGM Studios), 333–35 for teenagers, 26 Fear Factor Live (Universal Studios), 346–47, 350 water theme parks, 376 Festival of the Lion King (Animal Kingdom), 173, Web sites, 42 307 St. Patrick’s Day, 48 Finding Nemo—The Musical (Animal Kingdom), Sandcastle Club, 64 173, 314 School work, 46–47 Flights of Wonder (Animal Kingdom), 173, 311 Score Zone (DisneyQuest), 381 The Hall of Presidents (Magic Kingdom), 170, 254 Seafood buffets, 122 Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular (Disney- The Seas Pavilion (Epcot), 281–82, 299 MGM Studios), 172, 326–27 Seasons The Lights of Winter, 54 opening procedures and, 208–9 Little Mermaid, Voyage of the (Disney-MGM S to visit, 46–48, 202 tudios), 173, 328 SeaWorld, 368–70 Playhouse Disney Live on Stage (Disney-MGM Senior citizens, 29–32 Studios), 173, 331 Services Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends (Animal Animal Kingdom, 303 Kingdom), 173, 307 Disney-MGM Studios, 321 Poseidon’s Fury (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, Epcot, 278 366 Islands of Adventure, 357 The Ricky and Lucy Show (Universal Studios), 355 Magic Kingdom, 245 SeaWorld, 368–70 Universal Studios Florida, 343 Stitch’s Great Escape (Magic Kingdom), 171, 267 Seuss Landing (Islands of Adventure), 359, 366–67 Twister (Universal Studios), 346–47, 354 Floating Electrical Pageant Universal Horror Make-up Show (Universal (Magic Kingdom), 270 Studios), 346–47, 354–55 Shark Reef (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 Voyage of the Little Mermaid (Disney-MGM Shoes, 180 Studios), 173, 328 Shootin Arcade (Magic Kingdom), 170, 254 Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress (Magic Shopping Kingdom), 171, 266 Disney Village Marketplace, 377 Shrek 4-D (Universal Studios), 346–47, 352–53 Disney West Side, 380 Shuttle services, to/from accommodations, 74–75 Downtown Disney, 383 ’s Clubhouse, 64 Islands of Adventure, 357–59, 362 Sinbad, The Eighth Voyage of (Islands of Adventure), Shows 358–59, 365 The Eighth Voyage of Sinbad (Islands of Single parents, 28–29 Adventure), 358–59, 365 Ski Patrol Training Camp (Blizzard Beach), 374 America Gardens Theatre (Epcot), 296 Sleep, 181–83 The American Adventure, 172, 220, 293 Slush Gusher (Blizzard Beach), 374, 375 Animal Actors on Location (Universal Studios), Small World, It’s A (Magic Kingdom), 170, 256 346–48 Snacks, 194 Beauty and the Beast—Live on Stage (Disney-MGM Snorkeling (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 Studios), 326–27 Snow Stormers (Blizzard Beach), 374 Beetlejuice’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Graveyard Revue ’s Scary Adventures (Magic Kingdom), (Universal Studios), 346–48 171, 258 The Blues Brothers (Universal Studios), 346–47, Soap opera weekend, 52 349 Soarin’ (Epcot), 171, 283 Cirque du Soleil (Downtown Disney), 176, 380 Soda fountains, Epcot, 280 Country Bear Jamboree (Magic Kingdom), 170, 253 Sounds Dangerous (Disney-MGM Studios), 173, 326 Cranium Command (Epcot), 172, 287 Soundstages, Disney-MGM Studios, 173, 331 Day in the Park with Barney (Universal Studios), Souvenirs, 234 346–47, 349 Space Mountain (Magic Kingdom), 171, 264–65 Earthquake—The Big One (Universal Studios), Spaceship Earth (Epcot), 172, 278–80 346–47, 349 Special children’s programs, 65–67, 115 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:14 PM Page 404

404 SUBJECT INDEX

Special Hours, Magic Kingdom, 245 Thanksgiving celebration, 52–53 Splash Mountain (Magic Kingdom), 170, 251–52 Tickets. See Admission Sports, Wild World of Sports, 14, 384 Tike’s Peak (Blizzard Beach), 374 Star Tours (Disney-MGM Studios), 173, 325–26 Toboggan Racers (Blizzard Beach), 374 , 49–50 Toddlers, 20–24. See also Baby care centers Stars and Motorcars Parade (Disney-MGM childproofing rooms for, 119–20 Studios), 332–33 supplies for, 196–97 Stitch’s Great Escape (Magic Kingdom), 171, 267 Tom Sawyer Island (Magic Kingdom), 170, 253–54 Storm Force Accelatron (Islands of Adventure), Tomorrowland 358–59, 361 attractions, 171, 263–67 Storm Slides (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 dining, 270 Storytime with Belle (Magic Kingdom), 268 Tomorrowland Indy Speedway (Magic Kingdom), Street Scenes (Universal Studios), 346–47, 353 171, 225, 264–65 Streetmosphere (Disney-MGM Studios), 333 Tomorrowland Transit Authority (Magic Kingdom), Streets of America (Disney-MGM Studios), 332 171, 265–66 Strollers, 23, 181, 239–41 Toon Lagoon (Islands of Adventure), 358, 361–63 Animal Kingdom, 303 Toontown Hall of Fame (Magic Kingdom), 261–62 Disney-MGM Studios, 321 Tour(s) Epcot, 278 magic, 66–67 Islands of Adventure, 357 steam trains, 67 Magic Kingdom, 245 Touring plans sunburn in, 193 Animal Kingdom, 317 Universal Studios Florida, 343 bouncing around with, 210 Stunt shows dining time and, 133 The Eighth Voyage of Sinbad (Islands of Disney-MGM Studios, 336–37 Adventure), 358–59, 365 Epcot, 298–300 Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular (Disney- expectation from, 207 MGM Studios), 172, 326–27 with Extra Magic Hours, 212–13 Lights! Motors! Action! Extreme Stunt Show interruption, 208 (Disney-MGM Studios), 173, 329–30 Islands of Adventure, 367–68 Summit Plummet (Blizzard Beach), 374 for low attendance days, 212 Sunglasses, 190 Magic Kingdom, 271–74 Sunscreen, 192–93 for obsessive-compulsive reader, 210–11 Sunset Boulevard (Disney-MGM Studios), dining, opening procedures and, 208–9 335 rejection, 211–12 Super headliners, 203 revision, 209–10 Surf Pool (Typhoon Lagoon), 375 selection, 209–13 Swimming. See also Water theme parks Universal Studios, 356 at accommodations, 82 variables affecting, 207–8 (Magic Kingdom), 170, 247 Tower of Terror (Disney-MGM Studios), 173, 174, Sword in the Stone Ceremony (Magic Kingdom), 324 268–69 Traffic, Web sites, 42 Trains Tantrums, 37 The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride Tea cup ride, Magic Kingdom, 171, 259–60 (Islands of Adventure), 359, 367 Tea party, 66, 239 Tomorrowland Transit Authority (Magic Teamboat Springs (Blizzard Beach), 373, 374 Kingdom), 171, 265–66 Teenagers, 25–26, 380–82 Walt Disney World Railroad (Magic Kingdom), Telephone numbers, Walt Disney World, 44, 45 67, 170, 246 Tents, 195 Wildlife Express Train (Animal Kingdom), 173, Terminator 2:3-D: Battle Across Time (Universal 310 Studios), 346–47, 353–54 Transportation Test Track Ride (Epcot), 172, 286 to/from accommodations, 71–72 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:14 PM Page 405

SUBJECT INDEX 405

for teenagers, 26 Vacation home rental, 115–19 Travel agents, 104–5 Vacation Planning Kit, 174 The (Animal Kingdom), 306 Very Merry Christmas Parade, 53 Treehouse, Swiss Family (Magic Kingdom), 170, 247 Video cameras, 197 Tree-lighting ceremonies, 53, 54 Virtual games, DisneyQuest, 380–82 TriceraTop Spin (Animal Kingdom), 173, 314 Voyage of the Little Mermaid (Disney-MGM Studios), Truck rides, Kilimanjaro Safaris (Animal Kingdom), 173, 328 173, 308–9 Turtle Talk with Crush (Epcot), 172, 282 Waiting-line strategies, 219–25 The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror (Disney-MGM Walkie-talkies, 194 Studios), 173, 174, 324 Walking, foot care for, 179–81 Twister (Universal Studios), 346–47, 354 Wallets, 190 Typhoon Lagoon, 60, 223, 371–76 Walt Disney Travel Company Florida Vacations Brochure and Video/DVD, 39 Unicorn, The Flying (Islands of Adventure), 358–59, Walt Disney World Railroad (Magic Kingdom), 67, 365 170, 246 United Kingdom Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 294, 299 Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress (Magic Kingdom), Pavilion (Epcot), 54, 172, 292–93, 171, 266 299 Water bottles, 193 Universal 360º (Universal Studios), 346–47, 354 Water theme parks, 371–76 Universal CityWalk, 56, 342 admission, 60 Universal Express, vs. FASTPASS, 341 costs, 371 Universal Horror Make-up Show (Universal eating in, 373 Studios), 346–47, 354–55 height requirements, 223 Universal Orlando. See also Islands of Adventure; operating hours, 376 Universal Studios Florida overview, 13 admission, 342 safety in, 376 arrival, 342–43 weather and, 376 lodging, 342 Weather overview, 342 cool, 188–89 parking, 342 rain gear, 192 Universal Studios Florida, 343–56 seasonal, 46–48 admission, 340–43, 356 for water theme park use, 376 arrival, 342–43 Web sites, 42 attractions, 348–55 Web sites, 39–42 vs. Disney-MGM Studios, 340 Wes Palm (Animal Kingdom), 316 map, 346–47 West Side, Disney’s, 13–14, 380–82 not-to-be missed, 343 Whales, SeaWorld, 368–70 costs, 340–41 Wheelchairs vs. Disney-MGM Studios, 339–41 Animal Kingdom, 303 live entertainment, 355 Disney-MGM Studios, 321 lodging, 340 Epcot, 278 maps, 344–47 Islands of Adventure, 357 overview, 343 Magic Kingdom, 245 services, 343 Universal Studios Florida, 343 touring plan, 356 Whitewater raft rides touring time, 340 Kali River Rapids (Animal Kingdom), 173, 311–12 Universal Express, 341 Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges (Islands of : Ellen’s Energy Adventure Adventure), 358–59, 362–63 (Epcot), 172, 288–89 Wild World of Sports, 14, 384 US 192 (Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway), Wilderness Preserve, 384 accommodations, 107, 112–13 Wildlife Express Train (Animal Kingdom), 173, 310 Window to the Magic podcast, 44 17_098424_bindex.qxd 3/13/07 12:14 PM Page 406

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Wine festivals, 50–51 fright potential, 172 Winnie the Pooh, The Many Adventures of (Magic waiting-line strategies, 221–22 Kingdom), 171, 258 dining, 140 miniature golf, 385–86 live entertainment in, 295–96 Wonderland Tea Party, 66, 239 Wonders of Life Pavilion (Epcot), 172, 286–88 Year of a Million Dreams, 43 Woody’s Cowboy Camp (Magic Kingdom), 269 World Showcase Zoologic exhibit, Maharaja Jungle Trek (Animal attractions, 289–98 Kingdom), 173, 312