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Tips For Beating The Heat At Walt Disney World Resort

A trip to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida is a dream come true for many people around the world. Walt Disney World is the most visited park in the world and packs in over 52 million visitors annually. Planning for a Disney vacation is fun and exciting, there are so many things to see and do, so here are some ways to beat the heat” and have a memorable and fun-filled Disney vacation at “the most magical place on earth”, Walt Disney World Get to the Parks Early As the famous saying goes, “The early bird gets the worm”, so be that early bird, wake up early and either drive your car, ride a bus or monorail, or board a Ferry boat or other watercraft to whichever Disney park you plan to visit first. Be sure to reserve your Fast Passes early. During the hottest months of summer, early morning, late afternoon, or evening hours are best to avoid the heat and humidity of a summer day in Florida. Shady Spots If you’re waiting for your Fast Pass reservation, find a shady bench or other seating area and chill out while you wait. There are several restaurants that have outdoor umbrella-covered tables and chairs where you can pass the time while watching the crowds pass by. Misting Spray Water I…
The 9/11 Aftermath & The Closing of the Disney Parks-#NeverForget

Disneyland has only experienced three unexpected closures in it's history since park opening, they include: the national day of mourning after JFK was killed, the Northridge Earthquake in 1994, and after the terrorist attacks had happened on the United States on 9/11. On September 11th, 2001 Disney Parks announced it would be closing the parks for the first time since 1994. Due to the time difference, guests had already started filling the parks at Walt Disney World but on the West Coast Disneyland simply did not open that day. After the horrific terrorist attack that shook our nation, the Walt Disney Company announced the park closures immediately. Interviews with cast members and guests at Walt Disney World tell a grim tale of what happened that day. One of the cast members describes that day and the instructions they received for closing Walt Disney World to well-known entertainment writer, Jim Hill, at the Huffington Post: We were told not to tell the guests what had happened unless they asked us. I remember one guest asking me and — after I told them — they just stood there blank faced and didn’t move for a bit. By the way, the announcement that was made (over the public address system in the theme parks that morning did NOT mention anything about what had happened…

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