Destinations

When Exactly Is the Best Time to Visit Disney World?

Published

9 months ago

September 1, 2022

Adam T

Is there anything more exciting than planning a trip to Disney World? How exciting is it to begin choosing the different parks you want to visit and deciding on where you want to stay while on your vacation? With so many different factors to consider, don’t forget to plan your trip during the best time to visit Disney World.

The best Disney vacation is one that’s relaxing, enjoyable, and fun for the entire family! How will you know when to visit Disney World?

There are a few different factors to consider before selecting your dates. The best time to visit will depend on multiple things, such as your own personal preferences and so much more.

In the guide below, you’ll discover several things to keep in mind when choosing the right time to visit. Continue reading to get started!

Consider What You Want to Do

The best time to visit Disney might not depend on the weather or crowds. It might depend on what you want to do and see. For example, there are many different parks and events offered by Disney.

If you want to add the water parks to your ticket option, then you’ll need to visit Disney during the warmer months when the water parks are open. Is there a specific event you want to attend? Disney hosts Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival, Magic Kingdom’s Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Mickey’s Very Mery Christmas Party, and much more.

Be sure to know what all the different events are and when they’re happening if there’s something specific you want to do while there.

Special Tip: Purchasing tickets to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party in late September gives you access to the park later in the day, but you still have enough time to see and do most of the daily activities. These tickets are also cheaper than a regular day ticket, you get to stay later, and the park is usually not as crowded. Another bonus is all the yummy candy you’ll receive while trick-or-treating around the park!

Look for Discounts and Ticket Offers

If you’re a Florida resident, then you’re in luck! Disney World often gives out some amazing deals to Florida residents, which include vacation packages. You may be able to score a great price on tickets and hotel accommodations depending on the offer.

The cost of DVC (Disney Vacation Club) might also be something worth looking into if you visit Disney on a more frequent basis. You could even end up saving money by buying into DVC.

Something else to consider is the discount associated with military personnel and AAA members. Be sure to ask Disney what all discounts they offer to see if you qualify for any of them.

If you find a good ticket offer for a certain event or time of the year, then this might be the perfect time to plan a Disney vacation.

Research the Weather

When planning your visit, don’t forget to research the weather as well. In Florida, you’ll want to plan around a time when there won’t be too much rain or thunderstorms, but you also want to take the heat into consideration as well. Disney World theme parks can get extremely hot when visiting in the summer.

The summer will also be more crowded due to children being out of school. Always check the weather before deciding when to plan your trip and factor in what parks you’ll be visiting. If visiting water parks is on your list, then the heat might not play as big of a role in your decision.

Try to Avoid the Busiest Times

If you can avoid the busiest times of the year, then it’s best to do so. However, this sometimes can’t be avoided if there’s an event you want to attend. For example, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a lovely event that brings holiday cheer into everyone’s heart.

Many visitors love attending this event and seeing all the beautiful decorations. Unfortunately, Christmas time is one of the busiest times of the year for Disney. This must be taken into consideration when planning your visit.

If you want to visit only to see the decorations, watch the parade, and take part in only the holiday activities, then it might not be too stressful. If you want to go and see the entire park, then you must keep in mind wait times will be higher than normal.

Summers are also busy times for Disney. The slowest time of the year is in September after Labor Day. All the children are back in school and the parks are not as crowded.

Plan Your Visit by Month

There are a few months throughout the year that offer a wonderful time to go to Disney. Here are some months to consider.

January: By the time January rolls around, most of the Christmas crowds have cleared out. The weather’s nice and the parks are less crowded.

March: Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival takes place in March. The weather is still nice, but be sure to visit earlier in the month before spring break hits.

May: Moderate crowds when avoiding Memorial Day weekend. May also offers the annual 24-hour party that takes place in Magic Kingdom.

These are a few months to consider when planning your trip to Disney if you want to avoid hot weather and crowded parks.

The Best Time to Visit Disney World Depends on Your Specific Needs

When’s the best time to visit Disney World? This answer will depend on your own specific desires. Is there a certain event you want to attend, a park you want to visit, or a discount you’re waiting for?

Use all of these factors to then decide on the best time to plan a Disney vacation for your family. For more topics on travel, destinations, guides, and more, be sure to check back here on a frequent basis.

Destinations

All-Inclusive Resorts Outside The Caribbean!

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11 hours ago

June 5, 2023

Owen Gardocki

When you think of all-inclusive resorts you automatically think of the Caribbean and Mexico, which makes sense. Most of the all-inclusive resorts are centrally populated in the Caribbean and Mexico, but there are some other regions that offer excellent resort experiences in less than ordinary places.

All-inclusive resorts are great if you want to stay on a budget, be completely pampered and have a low-stress vacation. Why not veer off the beaten path and try one of these less than ordinary resort locations and expand your vacation portfolio.

Morocco

When you think of Morocco, you don’t necessarily think of all-inclusive resorts but this area is a hotbed for these luxury resorts. Check out the incredible deals offered up at resorts in Marrakech and Agadir, some featuring fun activities like water parks. Many of these resorts don’t offer alcohol since they are located in an Islamic country. You can have plenty of fun without booze, so give the magical country of Morocco a chance.

Arizona

Arizona is the destination of dude ranches and wellness retreats, so find your happiness in the desert. Surrounded by sand is the norm for all-inclusive resorts but most of these have an ocean with the sand, not Arizona. The desert makes an incredible backdrop for some of the world’s best dude ranch experiences. Come to Arizona dude ranches to ride horses, hike and enjoy nature while relaxing on a ranch.

Arizona is also famous for its wide variety of wellness resorts that range from spas to yoga retreats. Let your mind and body enjoy a vacation while you spend a week on a wellness retreat.

Brazil

Brazil has enough coastline for all the world’s resorts but they keep there’s more spread out. These resorts are very similar to the ones you would find in the Caribbean but these are often more remote. The average guests at these resorts are Brazilian families as it’s harder for foreigners to reach remote locations. Check out the Northeastern region of Bahia for the most spectacular resorts.

Tennessee

When you think of luxury all-inclusive resorts, that last place you think of is Tennessee, but this landlocked state has one of the world’s top resorts, the Blackberry Farm. The 4,000-plus acre farm is the ultimate luxurious resort where all the meals are cooked using ingredients from the far and are masterfully prepared by the top shelf chefs. Enjoy horseback riding and hiking in the glorious backwoods of rural Tennessee. Who knew that Tennessee had such class?

Texas

Much like Arizona, Texas has plenty of dude ranches and wellness retreats, but they also have some fun ones on the coast. These resorts tend to shy away from the all-you-can-drink party vibes and lend themselves to the tranquil, relaxing vibes instead. You may not find unlimited booze here but you will find peace and quiet, which are often harder to obtain than adult beverages.

Explore your world and find where you are happiest, and revisit that place as often as possible. Everyone has his or her own idea of a perfect vacation, just make yours a reality.

Destinations

Where To Stay In Paris

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1 day ago

June 4, 2023

Owen Gardocki

Paris is known as the most romantic city in the world. But Paris is also a very large city, so if you bought the plane tickets then you may still be wondering where you should stay. The Eiffel Tower is not a hotel, so you probably need to do some more research to learn where you should stay in this beautiful city.

We talked to our colleagues and, of course, if you’re a traveler like we are then you should know this beautiful city. This is one city that is quickly crossed off any European traveler’s list. We have visited Paris countless times and so we know the best neighborhoods for you to stay in to make the most of your amazing Paris vacation.

MONTMARTRE

Montmartre is one of the most special neighborhoods Paris has to offer. Tons of tourists flock here daily, but thankfully they have had no effect on the wonderful charm this neighborhood has to offer. Montmartre is hilly and the locals love this place of residence.

You will be charmed by the beautiful streets, shops, and restaurants around here and you can learn about the amazing history Montmartre has in the art world. Staying in Montmartre is a great way to fall in love with beautiful Paris.

SOUTH PIGALLE

Paris has a wild nightlife and South Pigalle is a neighborhood that proves it. You will find tons of trendy bars and it seems like new ones are added each and every day. But there aren’t just bars here, there are also plenty of wonderful restaurants too.

French food is some of the best food on the planet and you can happily pig out at the many delectable dining options that South Pigalle has to offer. If you are tired of eating heavy foods and need something fresh to clean your system then head to the organic market that takes place every Friday at Place Anvers.

BELLEVILLE-MENILMONTANT

Belleville-Menilmontant is home to a bunch of hip new art galleries. Check this place out if you want to see the emerging art scene that Paris has to offer. There are a lot of bars too because artists love to drink, so don’t worry, you can still get a taste of Paris’s thriving nightlife as well.

This is a great neighborhood if you want to experience just how multicultural Paris really is. You can find Brazilian food, Sicilian food, and even Rwandan food in this wonderful neighborhood.

OBERKAMPF

Oberkampf is right next to Menilmontant and is where West-African food reigns supreme. Once you’re done eating some tasty treats, then you can go check out some live music at the many live music venues around here. Then hop into a cocktail bar and drink some delicious cocktails and then get some more late night eats.

This is one more neighborhood in Paris that has tons of bars and clubs, they seem to flood every neighborhood all over Paris, which is a good thing. But partying shouldn’t be your top priority in Paris, eating should.

Destinations

Where to Stay In Barcelona

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2 days ago

June 3, 2023

Owen Gardocki

Barcelona is an absolutely incredible city and should be on the top of everyone’s travel list. There are breathtaking beaches, delectable dining, and a non-stop nightlife. No matter how you have fun, Barcelona offers it in spades. But where should you stay?

We talked to our worldly staff, and when we brought up that we were writing an article about Barcelona, they’re eyes lit up.They were practically frothing at the mouth and shoving each other out of the way just to chime in with their favorite neighborhoods and why.

After strenuous research, here are some of our absolute favorite neighborhoods to stay when visiting beautiful Barcelona.

El Born

El Born is located right in the center of the old city. This makes it very convenient to get around to the many other neighborhoods, so you can walk to the beach or the Gothic Quarter or even the metro stops.

But it’s not just the location that makes El Born the top of our list. This neighborhood is known for its amazing artisan shops and hip restaurants. Prepare to blow up your Instagram if you stay here because there are tons of alleyways covered in graffiti and street art that are perfect for some cool photos so that you can brag to your friends and make them all super jealous.

Oh, also, did we mention the Picasso Museum? Yeah, that Picasso. You can see some of his most famous paintings along with his early work. Now that’s a neighborhood.

Barceloneta

If beach vibes are totally what you’re feeling, shaka bro, then Barceloneta is for you. You can walk along the beach and see all the different ways the Barcelonians enjoy the sunshine from rollerblading and biking to swimming or just relaxing.

There really isn’t too much to say as to why this neighborhood is great, I mean you’re in the Mediterranean on a beach. Do we really need to give you much more info than that?

El Raval

If you’re a Hemingway fan then you’ve probably heard of this neighborhood. In Hemingway’s days it was a pretty rough neighborhood, but not anymore. Now El Raval is delightful for everyone to stay.

You will see more diversity here than in any other neighborhood in Barcelona. People from all over the world seem to flock to this neighborhood when looking for a place to live which creates a very diverse scene.

That means there’s a lot of great food and of course, great bars. But don’t blame us if you find yourself awake at four AM dancing in the streets. You won’t stick out if you’re doing that, by the way, you’ll fit right in.

Poble See

If staying out until the wee hours of the morning isn’t your thing, but eating is your thing then Poble See is for you. This place isn’t known for its nightlife but it is known for its tapas bars.

You might not be too close to major tourist attractions in this district, but you will be close to the metro system which can get you there quickly and efficiently.

One thing is for sure, no matter where you stay, you will love Barcelona.