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See also separate Accommodations and Restaurant Indexes at the end of this index. Adventure Express Tour General Index (SeaWorld), 292 Adventureland (Magic Kingdom), 195 Adventurers Club (Pleasure Island), • A • 338 AAA (American Automobile Africa (Animal Kingdom), 233–235, Association), 50, 264, 276, 238, 239 359, 361 air travel AARP, 60 airlines, 46–47, 363 ABC Super Soap Weekend airport, navigating, 79–81, 85 (Disney-MGM Studios), 33 money-saving tips, 48–49 accommodations. See also online booking, 49 Accommodations Index security, 75–76 arriving without reservations, 97 shopping, 257 average costs, 39 travel comfort, tips for, 47–48 chains, listing of, 364–365 The Amazing Adventures of Spider- for disabled travelers, 61 Man (Islands of Adventure), hotel club, joining, 95 15, 281–282 in-room medical services, 72 American Automobile Association. listing by location, 121 See AAA map, International Drive area, 112 American Express map, U.S. 192/Kissimmee emergency phone numbers, 360 Hotels, 109 flight insurance, 69 map, Walt Disney World & Lake traveler’s checks, 43 Buena Vista, 98–99 American Film Institute Showcase money-saving tips, 93–95 (Disney-MGM Studios), 221 price, listing by, 121–122 Amtrak recommended, 13–14, 97 Auto Train, 51 with refrigerator and discounts, 51, 60 microwave, 40 wheelchair accessibility/services, reservation services, 97 61–62 selecting, criteria,COPYRIGHTED 90–93 Animal MATERIAL Kingdom (WDW) sharing with children, 40 admission costs, 227–228 for travelers without children, 91 Africa, 233–235 Universal Orlando, 92–93 Asia, 235–236, 239 Walt Disney World, 41, 91–92 attractions overview, 12, 168, 227 Web sites, 96–97 versus Busch Gardens, 230–231 admission tickets/prices, average Camp Minnie-Mickey, 233, 239 costs, 39–40. See also money- DinoLand U.S.A., 236–237, 238, 239 saving tips; individual parks Discovery Island, 232, 238, 239 adults, traveling without children, Festival of the Lion King, 17 91, 195, 288 hours of operation, 175, 238 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 368
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Animal Kingdom (WDW) (continued) BET Soundstage (Pleasure Island), 338 itinerary, 238 bicycling, 355 Kilimanjaro Safaris, 17 Big Thunder Mountain Railroad map, 229 (Magic Kingdom), 189 The Oasis, 231, 238 Blizzard Beach (WDW), 15, 170, restaurants listed, 159 245–246 services, 228, 230 Blues Brothers review (Universal shopping, 255–256 Studios Florida), 267 Animal Planet Live! (Universal Studios BoardWalk (WDW), 171, 342 Florida), 271 boating, 355 antiques, 84, 316, 317 Bob Marley — A Tribute to Freedom Arabian Nights dinner show, 330–331 (CityWalk), 344 Asia (Animal Kingdom), 235–236, 238 Body Wars (Epcot), 206 assisted-listening devices, 63 The Boneyard (Animal Kingdom), 236 Astro Orbiter (Magic Kingdom), 184 Bongo’s Cuban Café (Disney West Astronaut Hall of Fame (Kennedy Side), 339 Space Center), 324 Braille directories, 62 Astronaut Memorial (Kennedy Space budgeting. See money-saving tips Center), 324 Busch Gardens (Tampa), 230–231, ATM locations, 42, 80, 359. See also 293, 318–322 services under individual parks buses, public, 89 attractions. See specific rides and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin attractions (Magic Kingdom), 184 auctions, 257 Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, 353 • C • calendar of events, 29–33 • B • Camp Jurassic (Islands of baby-changing, baby care facilities. Adventure), 284 See services under individual Camp Minnie-Mickey (Animal parks Kingdom), 233, 238, 239 babysitting, 56, 359 Canada (Epcot), 207, 213, 253 Back Booth (Orlando), 347 Candlelight Procession (Epcot), Back to the Future: The Ride 33, 248 (Universal Studios Florida), 271 car rentals Backlot Tour (Disney-MGM cost, 38, 68–70 Studios), 221 hand-controlled, 61 Backstage Magic tour (Walt Disney pros and cons, 67–68 World), 172 reservations, 363 ballet, 335 telephone/Web sites, 363 The Barnstormer at Goofy’s Wiseacre Caro-Seuss-El (Islands of Adventure), Farm (Magic Kingdom), 185 280–281 baseball, spring training, 30 Carousel of Progress (Magic Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage Kingdom), 185 (Disney-MGM Studios), 219, 226 The Cat in the Hat (Islands of Beetlejuice’s Rock ’n’ Roll Graveyard Adventure), 281 Revue (Universal Studios Catastrophe Canyon (Disney-MGM Florida), 269 Studios), 221 behind-the-scenes tours. See guided CDW (Collision Damage Waiver), tours 62, 69 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 369
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Celebration, 83 credit cards, 43, 44–45, 360 cellphone, 73 Cricketers Arms Pub (Orlando), 347 Central Florida Zoo, 351 crime, precautions against, 361 Character Greeting Trails (Animal crowds, avoiding, 177–178, 301 Kingdom), 233 cruises, 248–250 character meals, 14, 22, 56–57, 125, Curious George Goes to Town 155–159 (Universal Studios Florida), 270 Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of Cypress Gardens (south of American Art, 352 Orlando), 321 children, traveling with accommodations, 40, 56 age-appropriate attractions, 55–56, • D • 197, 218–221, 279–280, 288 dance clubs, discos. See nightlife cruises, 249 A Day in the Park with Barney kid-friendly tours, 58–59 (Universal Studios Florida), 270 Magic Kingdom itinerary, 194 dentists, finding, 72, 360 meals, 124 diaper-changing areas. See services ride-share program, 22–23 under individual parks China (Epcot), 207–208, 212, 253, 255 Dine with Shamu (SeaWorld), 297 Christian music festival, 31–32 dining. See Restaurant Index Christmas activities, 33, 248 dinner shows Cinderella Castle (Magic Kingdom), Arabian Nights, 330–331 168, 186 Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede, 331 Cinderella’s Golden Carousel (Magic Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, Kingdom), 186 331–332 Cirque du Soleil (Disney West Side), Makahiki Luau, 331 13, 339 Medieval Times, 332 Cirrus bank cards, 359 MurderWatch Mystery Theatre, 333 citrus products, 316 Pirates Dinner Adventure, 333 CityWalk (Universal Orlando), Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show, 333 64, 342–346 tickets, 330 classical music performances, 335 DinoLand U.S.A. (Animal Kingdom), The Club at Firestone (Orlando), 236–237, 238, 239 65, 347 Dinosaur (Animal Kingdom), 236–237 Clyde & Seamore Take Pirate Island disabled travelers, services for, 60–64 (SeaWorld), 294 Discovery Center (Islands of Clydesdale Hamlet (SeaWorld), 294 Adventure), 284 collectibles Discovery Cove (SeaWorld), 13, 290, antiques, 84, 316, 317 298–300 auctions, 257 Discovery Island (Animal Kingdom), Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), 69 232, 238, 239 Comedy Warehouse (Pleasure Disney characters, dining with, 56–57, Island), 338 125, 155–159 concert hall, 334 Disney Cruise Line, 248–250 convention center, 359 Disney Dollars, 44 conventions used in book, 2–3 Disney Marketplace (Downtown Cornell Fine Arts Museum, 352 Disney), 256–257 cost table, 39–40 Disney Stores, 251 Country Bear Jamboree (Magic Disney West Side (Downtown Disney) Kingdom), 190 attractions, 339–342 Cranium Command (Epcot), 206 shopping, 256 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 370
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Disney-MGM Studios (WDW) Donald’s Boat (Magic Kingdom), 186 admission prices, 217 Downtown Disney American Film Institute Disney Marketplace, 256–257 Showcase, 221 Disney West Side, 339–342 attractions, overview, 12, 168, 215 DisneyQuest, 74, 169, 240–241 Backlot Tour, 221 Festival of the Masters, 33 Beauty and the Beast Live on map, 337 Stage, 219 Pleasure Island, 64, 336–339 Fantasmic!, 224–225 restaurants, 159 The Great Movie Ride, 16–17, 222 Dr. Phillips area, 84, 139, 159 Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie driving Set, 219 to Busch Gardens, 318–319 hours of operation, 175, 217 distances from major cities, 55 Indiana Jones Epic Stunt in Orlando area, 86–88 Spectacular, 17, 219 routes, 50 itinerary, 225–226 to Universal Orlando, 264 Jim Henson’s Muppet*Vision 3-D, in Walt Disney World, 173 17, 220 Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls Magic of Disney Animation, 222 (Islands of Adventure), 283 map, 216 Dueling Dragons roller coaster Moteurs . . . Action! Stunt Show (Islands of Adventure), 16, 285 Spectacular, 220 Dumbo the Flying Elephant (Magic parades and fireworks, 224–225 Kingdom), 186–187 Playhouse Disney — Live on Stage!, 220 restaurants, 125, 159, 217 • E • Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster, 15, 222–223 Earthquake –– The Big One (Universal services, 217–218 Studios Florida), 269 shopping, 255 Eatonville, 352–353 Sounds Dangerous Starring Drew 8 Seconds (downtown Orlando), 347 Carey, 220–221 The Eighth Voyage of Sinbad (Islands special events, 31 of Adventure), 286 Star Tours, 223 8Trax (Pleasure Island), 338 The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Elderhostel, 60 15, 223–224 emergency assistance versus Universal Studios Florida, 218 general information, 360 Voyage of the Little Mermaid, 221 medical/dental emergencies, 72–73, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire –– 270–271, 274 Play It!, 224 Enchanted Tiki Room (Magic DisneyQuest (Downtown Disney), Kingdom), 191 74, 169, 240–241 entry fees, 39–40. See also money- Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and saving tips; individual parks Campground, 356 Epcot Disney’s Stars and Motor Cars, 225 admissions costs, 199 Disney’s Star-Spangled Spectacular, 31 attractions, overview, 12, 168, 197 DiveQuest program (Epcot), 203 Candlelight Procession (Christmas Doctor Doom’s Fearfall (Islands of season), 33, 248 Adventure), 282 Future World, 200–206 doctors, finding, 72–73, 360 hours of operation, 175, 199 Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede, 331 IllumiNations, 211, 212, 213 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 371
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Imagination, 213 Lake Eola Park (Orlando), 31 Internet access, 74 Magic Kingdom, 33, 193–194 itineraries, 211–213 SeaWorld, 31 Journey into Imagination, 200–201 first aid centers. See services under The Land, 202 individual parks The Living Seas, 202–203 fishing, 356 map, 198 fitness activities, 206, 355–358 Mission: Space, 15, 204–205 FlexTicket, 264, 276, 320 recommendation, 12, 200 Flights of Wonder (Animal restaurants, 125, 135, 160, 199 Kingdom), 235 services, 199–200 Florida Citrus Bowl, 334 shopping, 253–255 Florida Film Festival, 30 Spaceship Earth, 203 Flying Tigers Warbird Restoration special events, 30–31 Museum (Kissimmee), 303–304 Test Track, 16, 176, 204 The Flying Unicorn (Islands of Universe of Energy, 205 Adventure), 286 Wonders of Life, 205–206 Fort Wilderness Resort and World Showcase, 168, 206–211 Campground (WDW), 356 E-Ride Nights (WDW), 177 France (Epcot), 208, 253 E.T. Adventure (Universal Studios Frontierland (Magic Kingdom), Florida), 270 189–191, 195 events calendar, 29–33 Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade (Magic Expedia Web site, 49, 69 Kingdom), 190 experiences, recommended, 12–13 Future World (Epcot), 199, 200–206, Extra Magic Hour (WDW), 92, 178 212, 214 • F • • G • factory outlets, 313–314 Gatorland (north of Kissimmee), fall, traveling during, 27 304, 306, 316 families, recommended hotels for, 13 gay travelers, attractions for, Family Magic Tour (Magic Kingdom), 31, 64–66 59, 172 Germany (Epcot), 208, 213, 254 Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf, 244 Global System for Mobiles (GSM) Fantasmic! (Disney-MGM Studios), wireless network, 73 224–225 golf Fantasyland (Magic Kingdom), miniature, 170, 244 186–188, 195 overview, 243–244, 356 FASTPASS (WDW), 22, 176 packages, 54, 356 Festival of the Lion King (Animal Goofy’s Country Dancin’ Jamboree Kingdom), 17, 233 (Magic Kingdom), 189 Festival of the Masters (Downtown Grand Adventures in Cooking Disney), 33 (WDW), 59 Fievel’s Playland (Universal Studios The Great Movie Ride (Disney-MGM Florida), 270 Studios), 16–17, 222 fireworks Greyhound buses, 62 Disney-MGM Studios, 224–225 the groove (CityWalk), 344 Disney’s Star-Spangled GSM (Global System for Mobiles) Spectacular, 31 wireless network, 73 Epcot, 211 guide maps for disabled travelers, 63 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 372
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guided tours Busch Gardens, 322 • I • child-friendly, 58–59 identity theft, 45 Kennedy Space Center, 324–325 If I Ran the Zoo (Islands of SeaWorld, 292 Adventure), 281 Universal Studios Florida, 264 IllumiNations (Epcot), 211, 212, 213 Walt Disney World, 171–172 Incredible Hulk Coaster (Islands of Adventure), 16, 282–283 Independence Day celebrations, 31 • H • Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular Hall of Presidents (Magic (Disney-MGM Studios), 17, 219 Kingdom), 188 Innoventions East/West (Epcot), Halloween Horror Nights (Universal 201, 213 Orlando), 32 insurance needs, 69–71 Hard Rock Live (CityWalk), 344 International Drive area (Hwy 536) Harmony Barber Shop (Magic accommodations, 112, 121 Kingdom), 184 location of, 84 Harry P. Leu Gardens (near Winter restaurants listed, 159 Park), 306 restaurants map, 139 Haunted Mansion (Magic Kingdom), shopping, 313 16, 189 Internet access, 73–75, 360–361 height/age restrictions. See individual Islands of Adventure (Universal attractions Orlando) Hidden Treasures of the World admission costs, 276 Showcase (Epcot), 172 Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, Highway 536. See International Drive 15, 281–282 area attractions, overview, 12, 275 Hilton’s HHonors program, 60 Dueling Dragons roller coaster, Hollywood (Universal Studios 16, 285 Florida), 266–267, 274 Halloween Horror Nights, 32 Holy Land Experience (north of hours of operation, 278 International Drive), 306 Incredible Hulk Coaster, 16, 282–283 Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set itinerary, 288 (Disney-MGM Studios), 219 Jurassic Park, 16, 284–285 Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue (WDW), The Lost Continent, 285–286 331–332 map, 277 horseback riding, 356 Marvel Super Hero Island, 281–283 hospitals, 360 Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges, hotel and motel chains, 364–365. See 17, 283–284 also accommodations; Port of Entry, 280 Accommodations Index restaurants, 286–287 hotel club, 95 services, 278–279 Hotwire Web site, 49 Seuss Landing, 280–281, 288, 289 hours of operation. See individual shopping, 287–288 parks special events, 32 House of Blues (Disney West Toon Lagoon, 283–284 Side), 342 Italy (Epcot), 208–209, 254, 255 hurricanes, 28 It’s a Small World (Magic Kingdom), 187 It’s Tough to Be a Bug! (Animal Kingdom), 232 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 373
General Index 373 • J • • L • Japan (Epcot), 209, 254 Lake Buena Vista Jaws (Universal Studios Florida), accommodations, 98–99, 121 269–270 location of, 83 Jim Henson’s Muppet*Vision 3-D restaurants, 130–131, 159 (Disney-MGM Studios), 17, 220 Lake Eola Park, 31, 353–354 Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards, 354 (CityWalk), 345 The Land (Epcot), 213 Jimmy Neutron’s Nicktoon Blast lastminute Web site, 49 (Universal Studios Florida), 268 Latin Quarter (Orlando), 346 jogging, 357 Liberty Belle River Boat (Magic John F. Kennedy Space Center, Kingdom), 188 322–325 Liberty Square (Magic Kingdom), Journey into Imagination (Epcot), 188–189, 195 200–201, 213 lightning, 28 Journey to Atlantis (SeaWorld), liquor laws, 361 294, 301 The Living Seas (Epcot), 212 Jungle Cruise (Magic Kingdom), 191 Living with the Land (Epcot), 202 Jurassic Park (Islands of Adventure), lost children. See children, traveling 16, 284–285, 289 with; services under individual parks The Lost Continent (Islands of • K • Adventure), 285–286, 288, 289 lost or stolen wallet, 44–45 Kali River Rapids (Animal Lucy — A Tribute (Universal Studios Kingdom), 235 Florida), 267 Kennedy Space Center, 322–325 luggage insurance, 71 Key West at SeaWorld, 294–295 Lunch with an Astronaut program Key West Dolphin Fest (Kennedy Space Center), 325 (SeaWorld), 295 Keys to the Kingdom tour (Magic Kingdom), 172 kids. See children, traveling with • M • KidZone (Universal Studios Florida), Mad Tea Party (Magic Kingdom), 187 270–271, 274 magazines, 366 Kilimanjaro Safaris (Animal Magic Carpets of Aladdin (Magic Kingdom), 17, 234 Kingdom), 191–192 Kissimmee area Magic Kingdom (WDW) accommodations, 109, 121 admissions tickets, 179, 182 location, 83–84 Adventureland, 191–192, 195 shopping opportunities, 312–313 attractions, overview, 168 Kissimmee Sports Arena & character meals, 56 Rodeo, 353 Christmas celebrations, 248 Kongfrontation (Universal Studios Fantasyland, 186–188 Florida), 268 Frontierland, 189–191 Kraken (SeaWorld), 16, 295, 301 hours of operation, 175, 182 itineraries for, 194–195 Liberty Square, 188–189, 195 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 374
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Magic Kingdom (WDW) (continued) Universal Studios Florida, 262–263 Main Street, U.S.A., 183–184, 195 U.S. 19/Kissimmee Hotels, 109 map, 180–181 Walt Disney World & Lake Buena Mickey’s Toontown Fair, Vista accommodations, 98–99 185–186, 196 Walt Disney World and Orlando, parades and fireworks, 192–194 10–11 restaurant map, 130–131 Walt Disney World nightlife, 340–341 restaurants, 125, 160 Mardi Gras at Universal Studios, 30 services, 182–183 Marine Mammal Keeper Experience shopping, 252–253 (SeaWorld), 295 special events, 31–32 Marvel Super Hero Island (Islands of Tomorrowland, 184–185, 196 Adventure), 281–283, 288, 289 Magic of Disney Animation (Disney- MasterCard, 44 MGM Studios), 222, 226 Me Ship, The Olive (Islands of Magicard, 42 Adventure), 283 Maharajah Jungle Trek (Animal medical emergencies, 72–73, Kingdom), 235–236 270–271, 274 mail services, post offices, 361 medical insurance, 71 Main Street, U.S.A. (Magic Kingdom), Medieval Times dinner show, 332 183–184 Men in Black Alien Attack (Universal Makahiki Luau (SeaWorld), 331 Studios Florida), 17, 271–272 Making of Me (Epcot), 205–206 Mexico (Epcot), 209, 213, 254, 255 malls, 315–316. See also shopping Mickey’s & Minnie’s Country House Manatees: The Last Generation? (Magic Kingdom), 186 (SeaWorld), 295 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Mannequins Dance Palace (Pleasure Party (Magic Kingdom), 32 Island), 338 Mickey’s PhilharMagic Orchestra The Many Adventures of Winnie the (Magic Kingdom), 187–188 Pooh (Magic Kingdom), 187 Mickey’s Toontown Fair (Magic maps Kingdom), 185–186, 196 Animal Kingdom, 229 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party CityWalk, 343 (Magic Kingdom), 248 Disney-MGM Studios, 216 miniature golf, 170, 244 Downtown Disney, 337 Mission: Space (Epcot), downtown Orlando nightlife, 345 15, 204–205, 213 driving directions, map Web money-saving tips sites, 50 accommodations, 13, 38, 39, 93–95 Epcot, 198 airfares, 48–49 Epcot restaurants, 135 alternative to theme parks, 351–354 International Drive area car rentals, 68–69 accommodations, 112 dining/restaurants, 38, 41, International Drive restaurants, 139 125–127, 179 Islands of Adventure (Universal package tours, 40 Orlando), 277 shopping, 251–252 The Lands (WDW), 169 Morocco (Epcot), 209–210, 254, 255 Magic Kingdom, 180–181 Moteurs . . . Action! Stunt Show obtaining, 361 Spectacular (Disney-MGM Orlando area attractions, 305 Studios), 220 Orlando neighborhoods, 82 Motion (Pleasure Island), 339 Orlando restaurants, 145 motorcycles, 88–89 SeaWorld, 291 Motown Cafe (Orlando), 346 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 375
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Mount Dora, 317 restaurants, 21–22, 123–125, Mousesavers, 42, 94 145, 159 multiday passes, 41 shopping, 312–317 MurderWatch Mystery Theatre before and after Walt Disney World, (Orlando), 333 19–21 Mystic Fountain (Islands of Orlando Ballet, 335 Adventure), 286 Orlando International Fringe Festival, 31 Orlando Magicard, 42 • N • Orlando Museum of Art, 307 Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, 335 NASA Up Close tour (Kennedy Space Orlando Science Center, 307 Center), 325 Orlando-UCF Shakespeare New York (Universal Studios Florida), Festival, 334 267, 274 Osborne Family Christmas Lights newspapers, 366 (Disney-MGM Studios), 248 Nickelodeon Studios tour (Universal Studios Florida), 268 Night of Joy (Magic Kingdom), 31–32 nightlife • P • BoardWalk, 342 Pacific Point Preserve CityWalk, 342–346 (SeaWorld), 298 Disney West Side, 339–342 package tours, 51–54, 276 money-saving tips, 39 Pal Mickey novelty guide, 172 Pleasure Island, 336–339 Pangani Falls Exploration Trail same-sex dancing, 64 (Animal Kingdom), 234 Norway (Epcot), 210, 212, 213, parades, 192–194, 225 254, 255 parent-swap program, 22–23 Park Hopper admissions (WDW), 92 Parliament House (Orlando), 65 • O • passes, discounts AAA members, 264 The Oasis (Animal Kingdom), 231, 238 AARP members, 60 Odyssea (SeaWorld), 296 Amtrak, 51, 60 One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue FlexTicket, 264, 276, 320 Fish (Islands of Adventure), 281 Peabody Ducks (Peabody Hotel online travel agencies, 49, 96–97 Orlando), 354 opening times. See individual parks pedestrians, street-crossing, 89 opera, 335 Penguin Encounter (SeaWorld), 296 Orbitz Web site, 49, 69 performing arts, 334–335 Orlando personal safety, 361 accommodations in, 121 pet care facilities. See services under airports, airport transportation, individual parks 79–81 Peter Pan’s Flight (Magic antique stores, 84 Kingdom), 188 books and movies about, 23–24 Pets Ahoy! (SeaWorld), 296 map of area attractions, 305 pharmacies, 361 neighborhoods, 81–84 Pirate Cruise Adventure (WDW), 59 nightlife, 345, 347–348 Pirates Dinner Adventure overview map, 10–11 (Orlando), 333 recreational activities, 357–358 Pirates of the Caribbean (Magic Kingdom), 16, 192 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 376
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Playhouse Disney — Live on Stage! reservations. See also Priority Seating (Disney-MGM Studios), 220, 226 accommodations, 97 Pleasure Island (Downtown Disney) restaurants, 124–125 nightlife, 336–339 restaurants. See also Restaurant same-sex dancing, 64 Index Pleasure Island Jazz Club, 338 average costs, 38, 39 Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends character meals, 14, 22, 56–57, 125, (Animal Kingdom), 233 155–159 Polar Expedition Guided Tour cutting costs, 125–127 (SeaWorld), 58, 292 listing by cuisine, 160–161 Polynesian Luau Dinner Show (Spirit listing by location, 159–160 of Aloha Dinner Show), 333 listing by price, 162–163 Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges recommended, 14–15, 127–128 (Islands of Adventure), 17, reservations, 124–125 283–284 restrooms, 361 Port of Entry (Islands of tipping, 37, 125 Adventure), 280 what to wear, 124 Poseidon’s Fury (Islands of restrooms, 361 Adventure), 286 Revenge of the Mummy (Universal post office, 361 Studios Florida), 15, 268 pregnant women, ride cautions. See Richard Petty Driving Experience individual attractions and rides (WDW), 169, 242–243 prescriptions, filling, 73 ride restrictions, 57 Priceline Web site, 49 ride-share program, 22–23 Primeval Whirl (Animal Kingdom), 237 Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium Priority Seating (Orlando), 307 crowds, avoiding, 178 Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster (Disney-MGM defined, 23 Studios), 15, 222–223, 225 Disney-MGM Studios, 217, 225 Rock the Universe (Universal Studios Epcot, 199, 212 Florida), 32 generally, 124–125 Production Central (Universal Studios Florida), 274 • S • Pteranodon Flyers (Islands of safety, personal, 361 Adventure), 285 SAK Comedy Lab (Orlando), 347 public transportation San Francisco (Universal Studios for disabled travelers, 61–62 Florida), 269–270, 274 taxis, 39, 88, 362 seasons, travel, 26–27 purchases, handling services for. See SeaWorld services under individual parks admission tickets, 292 Anheuser-Busch Hospitality Center, 298 • Q • attractions, overview, 290, 302 Quick Transportation/Orlando, 80 character dining, 156 Clyde & Seamore Take Pirate Island, 294 • R • Clydesdale Hamlet, 294 dinner show, 332 Rafiki’s Planet Watch (Animal directions to, 292 Kingdom), 234–235 disabled travelers, services for, 63 rental cars. See car rentals; Discovery Cove, 13, 290, 298–300 motorcycles 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 377
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educational tours, 292 general information, 310, 312 guided tours, 58 International Drive area, 313 hours of operation, 58 Islands of Adventure, 287–288 itinerary, 301–302 Kissimmee, 312–313 Journey to Atlantis, 294, 301 Magic Kingdom, 252–253 Key West at SeaWorld, 294–295 money-saving tips, 39, 41, 251–252 Key West Dolphin Fest, 295 Mount Dora, 317 Kraken, 16, 295, 301 sales tax, 312 Manatees: The Last Generation?, 295 SeaWorld, 300–301 map, 291 store hours, 312 Marine Mammal Keeper Universal Studios Florida, 273 Experience, 295 Winter Park, 313 Odyssea, 296 Shrek and Donkey’s Scary-Tale Pacific Point Preserve, 298 Adventure (Universal Studios Penguin Encounter, 296 Florida), 269 Pets Ahoy!, 296 Shrek 4-D (Universal Studios Florida), restaurants, 297, 300–301 17, 269 services, 293 shuttle buses, 39, 88 The Shamu Adventure, 18, 296–297 SideStep Web site, 49 Shamu’s Happy Harbor, 297 sign translations, live shows, 63 Shark Encounter, 18, 297–298 site59 Web site, 49 shopping, 300–301 Smarter Living Web site, 49, 69 special events, 30, 32 smoking, 124, 361–362 Tropical Rain Forest, 298 snacks, 57 The Waterfront, 298 Snow White’s Scary Adventure (Magic Wild Arctic, 298 Kingdom), 188 A Selective Transportation, 80 Soarin’ Over California (Epcot), 202 senior discounts, 59–60 The Social (Orlando), 348 services, general guide to, 359–362 Sounds Dangerous Starring Drew Seuss Landing (Islands of Adventure), Carey (Disney-MGM Studios), 280–281, 288, 289 220–221, 226 Shakespeare Festival, Southern Nights (Orlando), 65 Orlando-UCF, 334 souvenirs. See shopping The Shamu Adventure (SeaWorld), spa experiences, 13 18, 296–297 Space Mountain (Magic Kingdom), Shamu’s Happy Harbor (SeaWorld), 184–185 297 Spaceship Earth (Epcot), 203, 212, 213 Share A Dream Come True Parade special events, calendar of, 29–33 (Magic Kingdom), 194 SpectroMagic (Magic Kingdom), Shark Encounter (SeaWorld), 13, 193 18, 297–298 Speedway (WDW), 169 shopping Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show airport, 257 (WDW), 333 Animal Kingdom, 255–256 Splash Mountain (Magic antiques, 84, 316, 317 Kingdom), 190 auctions, 257 spring training (baseball), 30 Celebration, 312 spring, traveling during, 26 Disney West Side, 256 Star Tours (Disney-MGM Studios), 223 Disney-MGM Studios, 255 Star Wars Weekends (Disney-MGM downtown Orlando, 313 Studios), 31 Epcot, 253–255 Stars and Motor Cars (WDW), 225 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 378
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Star-Spangled Spectacular (WDW), 31 Tomorrowland Transit Authority Stitch’s Great Escape (Magic (Magic Kingdom), 185 Kingdom), 185 Toon Lagoon (Islands of Adventure), storage lockers. See services under 283–284, 288, 289 individual parks Toon Trolley Beach Bash (Islands of Storm Force Accelatron (Islands of Adventure), 284 Adventure), 283 Toontown Hall of Fame (Magic stroller rentals, 57–58 Kingdom), 186 summer, traveling during, 26–27 Touraine Travel packages, 54 Summit Plummet water slide tourist information. See visitor (Blizzard Beach), 15 information sun, protecting against, 28, 72, 280 tours, guided. See guided tours surcharges, taxes, 125, 362 train travel. See Amtrak surfing, 357 transportation, public swimming pools, 357 from airport, 80–81 Swiss Family Treehouse (Magic average costs, 38, 39 Kingdom), 192 buses, 89, 362 general information, 362 WDW transportation network, • T • 67–68, 85–86, 173–174 Travel Guard Alerts, 70–71 Tabu (downtown Orlando), 348 traveler’s checks, 43–44 talking water fountains, 203 Travelocity Web site, 49, 69 Tarzan Rocks! (Animal Kingdom), 237 Tree of Life (Animal Kingdom), 232 taxes and surcharges, 125, 362 TriceraTop Spin (Animal taxi service, 39, 88, 362 Kingdom), 237 TD Waterhouse Centre, 334 Triceratops Discovery Trail (Islands teenagers and adults, attractions for, of Adventure), 285 195. See also individual trip-cancellation insurance, 70–71 attractions Tropical Rain Forest (SeaWorld), 298 telephones, 360 The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror temperatures, average, 29 (Disney-MGM Studios), 225 tennis, 357–358 Twister . . . Ride it Out (Universal Terminator 2: 3-D Battle Across Time Studios Florida), 267 (Universal Studios Florida), 17, Typhoon Lagoon (WDW), 266–267 170, 246–247 Terrors of the Deep (SeaWorld), 298 Test Track (Epcot), 16, 176, 204, 213 theater, 334 thrill rides, recommended, 15–16 • U • Ticketmaster, 329 United Kingdom (Epcot), 210, 254, 255 time zone, 362 Universal EXPRESS (Islands of tipping, 37, 125 Adventure), 22 To The Rescue tour (SeaWorld), 292 Universal Horror Make-up Show, 267 Tom Sawyer Island (Magic Kingdom), Universal Orlando. See also CityWalk; 190–191 Islands of Adventure; Universal Tomorrowland Indy Speedway (Magic Studios Florida Kingdom), 185 accommodations near, 92–93, 121 Tomorrowland (Magic Kingdom), character dining, 156 184–185, 196 disabled travelers, services for, 63 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 379
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entry fee, 40 Halloween Horror Nights, 32 • W • parent-swap program, 22–23 wakeboarding, 358 restaurants listed, 159 wallets, lost or stolen, 44–45 Universal Studios Florida Walt Disney World. See also Animal admission prices, 264 Kingdom; Disney-MGM Studios; attractions, overview, 12, 261, Downtown Disney; Epcot; Magic 266, 274 Kingdom versus Disney-MGM Studios, 218 accommodations at or near, guided tours, 264 41, 91–92, 121 Hollywood, 266–267 admissions tickets, 39, 40, 174–175 hours of operation, 265 attractions, overview, 167–172 itinerary, 273–274 character meals, 14, 22, 56–57, 125, maps, 262–263 155–159 Men in Black Alien Attack, Christmas celebrations, 248 17, 271–272 crowds, avoiding, 177–178 New York, 267 dinner shows, 331–332, 333 Production Central, 268–269 E-Ride nights, 177 restaurants, 272 Extra Magic Hour, 178 San Francisco, 269–270 FASTPASS, 176 services, 265–266 golf courses, 356 shopping, 273 hours of operation, 175 Shrek 4-D, 17 Internet cafe, 74 special events, 32 map overview, 169 Terminator 2: 3-D Battle Across nightlife, 340–341 Time, 17 overview, 83 Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone, overview map, 10–11 270–271, 274 recreational activities, 357–358 World Expo, 271–272 restaurants, 130–131, 159–160 Universe of Energy (Epcot), 205 services for disabled travelers, U.S.A. — The American Adventure 62–63 (Epcot), 211, 212, 213, 253 show schedules, 177 transportation network, 67–68, 85–86, 173–174 • V • Typhoon Lagoon, 170, 246–247 Villas of Grand Cypress equestrian visitor information, 355 center, 356 Wide World of Sports Complex, Visa/Visa Plus cards, 44 30, 169 visitor information. See also services Walt Disney World Carousel of under individual parks Progress (Magic Kingdom), 185 books, recommended, 366 Walt Disney World Festival of the guide maps, 361 Masters, 33 Orlando offices, 365 Walt Disney World Marathon, 29 Web sites, 366 Walt Disney World Railroad (Magic Viva La Musica (SeaWorld), 32 Kingdom), 183 Voyage of the Little Mermaid (Disney- Walt Disney World Speedway, 169 MGM Studios), 221, 226 Water Mania (Kissimmee), 308–309 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 380
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water parks, water slides All-Star Sports Resort (WDW), 102 Blizzard Beach, 15, 170, 245–246 Animal Kingdom Lodge (WDW), Typhoon Lagoon, 170, 246–247 13, 102–103 Water Mania, 308–309 Beach Club Resort and Villas (WDW), Wet ’n’ Wild, 309 14, 103 Waterfront area (SeaWorld), 298 BoardWalk Resort & Villas water-skiing, 358 (WDW), 103 weather, climate, 25–29, 362 Caribbean Beach Resort (WDW), 104 Web travel agencies, 49, 96–97 Celebration Hotel (Kissimmee), Western Union, 45 100–101 Wet ’n’ Wild (International Drive), 309 Contemporary Resort (WDW), 104 Who Wants to Be a Millionaire — Play Coronado Springs Resort (WDW), It! (Disney-MGM Studios), 13, 61, 104–105 224, 226 Courtyard at Lake Lucerne Wide World of Sports Complex (downtown Orlando), 101 (WDW), 30, 169, 242, 357 Crowne Plaza Orlando-Universal Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity) access, 74–75 (International Drive), 101 Wild Arctic (SeaWorld), 298 Doubletree Guest Suites Resort (Lake Winter Park, 30, 84, 160, 313 Buena Vista), 110 Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour, 354 Fort Wilderness Resort & Winter Summerland miniature Campground (WDW), 105 golf, 244 Gaylord Palms (Lake Buena Vista), winter, traveling during, 27 13, 110 Wishes (Magic Kingdom), 13, 193 Grand Floridian Resort & Spa (WDW), Wonder Works (International 13, 14, 105–106 Drive), 308 Hard Rock Hotel (Universal Orlando), Wonders of Life (Epcot), 205–206 14, 110–111 Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone Holiday Inn Nikki Bird Resort (Universal Studios Florida), (Kissimmee), 111 270–271, 274 Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort (Lake Woody Woodpecker’s Nuthouse Buena Vista), 13, 111 Coaster (Universal Studios Hotel Royal Plaza (Lake Buena Vista), Florida), 270 111, 113 World Expo (Universal Studios Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort Florida), 271–272, 274 (Lake Buena Vista), 14, 113 World Showcase (Epcot), 168, JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes 206–211, 212, 214, 253–255 (International Drive), 113 Marriott Village at Little Lake Bryan (Lake Buena Vista), 13, 114 • Z • Masters Inn Maingate (Orlando), 13, 114 Zora Neale Hurston Festival, 29–30 Microtel Inn and Suites (Universal Zora Neale Hurston National Museum Orlando), 13, 114 of Fine Arts, 352–353 Nickelodeon Kids Suites Hotel (Lake Buena Vista), 13, 115 Old Key West Resort (WDW), 106 Accommodations Orlando World Center Marriott (Lake Buena Vista), 115 Index Peabody Orlando (International All-Star Movie Resort (WDW), Drive), 115–116, 354 101–102 Polynesian Resort (WDW), 106 All-Star Music Resort (WDW), 102 Pop Century Resort (WDW), 13, 107 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 381
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Port Orleans Resort (WDW), 107 Chefs de France (Epcot), 134 Portofino Bay Hotel (Universal Christini’s (Dr. Phillips area), 134 Orlando), 14, 116 Cinderella’s Royal Table (Magic Renaissance Orlando Resort at Kingdom), 134, 157 SeaWorld, 116–117 Citricos (WDW), 136 Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes Coral Reef (Epcot), 136 (International Drive/SeaWorld), Crystal Palace (Magic Kingdom), 157 14, 117 Delfino Riviera (Universal Royal Pacific Resort (Universal Orlando), 136 Orlando), 14, 117 Dexter’s at Thornton Park (downtown Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa Orlando), 137 (WDW), 107–108 Donald’s Prehistoric Shades of Green (WDW), 118 Breakfastosaurus (Animal Veranda Bed & Breakfast (downtown Kingdom), 157 Orlando), 118 Dux (International Drive), 137 The Villas of Grand Cypress (Lake Earl of Sandwich (Downtown Buena Vista), 14, 118–119 Disney), 137 Walt Disney World Dolphin Emeril’s (Universal Orlando), 123, 138 (WDW), 119 50s Prime Time Café (Disney-MGM Walt Disney World Swan (WDW), Studios), 138 119–120 Flying Fish Café (WDW), 138, 140 Westin Grand Bohemian (downtown Fulton’s Crab House (Downtown Orlando), 120 Disney), 14, 140 Wilderness Lodge and Villas (WDW), Garden Grill (Epcot), 157 13, 108 Garden View Lounge (WDW), 158 Wyndham Palace Resort & Spa (Lake Hemingway’s (Lake Buena Vista), 140 Buena Vista), 13, 120 Hollywood Brown Derby (Disney- Yacht Club Resort (WDW), 14, 108 MGM Studios), 140–141 House of Blues (Downtown Disney), 141 Restaurant Index Jiko (WDW), 141 Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Animal Kingdom Lodge buffet, 15 (Universal Orlando), 15, 141–142 Arthur’s 27 (Lake Buena Vista), Kim Wu (Orlando), 15, 142 14, 128 Le Cellier Steakhouse (Epcot), 142 Artist Point (WDW), 128 Le Provence (downtown Orlando), Atlantis (International Drive), 129 142–143 B-Line Diner (International Drive), 129 Liberty Tree Tavern (Magic Boatwright’s Dining Hall (WDW), 129 Kingdom), 143, 158 Bob Marley — A Tribute to Freedom Little Saigon (downtown (Universal Orlando’s Orlando), 143 CityWalk), 132 L’Originale Alfredo di Roma The Boheme (downtown (Epcot), 144 Orlando), 132 Lotus Blossom Café (Epcot), 144 Boma (WDW), 132 Maison & Jardin (Winter Park), 144 Bubbalou’s Bodacious BBQ (near Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano north Orlando), 133 (Disney-MGM Studios), 144, 146 Café Tu Tu Tango (International Manuel’s on the 28th (downtown Drive), 15, 133 Orlando), 14, 123, 146 California Grill (WDW), 133 Marrakesh (Epcot), 146 Cape May Café (WDW), 156 Chef Mickey’s (WDW), 156–157 39_569430 bindex.qxd 10/25/04 11:39 PM Page 382
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Ming Court (International Drive), Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room 146–147 (Epcot), 150–151 Nine Dragons (Epcot), 147 Roy’s Restaurant (International 1900 Park Fare (WDW), 158 Drive), 151 ’Ohana Character Breakfast The Samba Room (Dr. Phillips (WDW), 158 area), 151 ’Ohana (WDW), 147 San Angel Inn (Epcot), 151 Pacino’s Italian Ristorante Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant (Kissimmee), 148 (Disney-MGM Studios), 152 The Palm (Universal Orlando), 148 Spoodles (WDW), 152 Pastamore Ristorante (Universal Tchoup Chop (Universal Orlando), 148 Orlando), 152 Pebbles (downtown Orlando), 149 Teppanyaki Dining Room (Epcot), 153 Plaza Restaurant (Magic Todd English’s Blue Zoo (WDW), Kingdom), 149 14, 153 Portobello Yacht Club (Downtown Victoria & Albert’s (WDW), 15, 123, Disney), 149 153–154 Princess Storybook Breakfast Wild Jacks (International Drive), 154 (Epcot), 158–159 Wolfgang Puck Café (Downtown Rainforest Café (Animal Kingdom, Disney), 154 Downtown Disney), Yachtsman Steakhouse (WDW), 127, 149–150 14, 155 Restaurant Akershus (Epcot), 150