Birnbaum S 2019 Walt Disney World

In the 2019 edition, we'll tell young readers how to: Join the vacation-planning fun, with kid-friendly descriptions of all the theme park shows and attractions, including maps, photos, colorful illustrations, and more. Experience a whole new play zone at Disney's Hollywood Studios: Toy Story Land, featuring a family-friendly roller coaster called Slinky Dog Dash and the Alien Swirling Saucers ride (beware of The Claw!) Discover new theme park offerings, including the Magic Kingdom's fireworks spectacular Happily Ever After, Epcot's new Mission: SPACE Green adventure, and Disney's Animal Kingdom's high-flying and wildly popular Avatar: Flight of Passage attraction. Awaken the Force at Walt Disney World! Disney's Hollywood Studios--a theme park that is getting new land called Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Meet favorite Disney characters and collect autographs from Mickey, Minnie, Anna, Elsa, Chewbacca, BB8, Goofy, and the gang, and there are special autograph pages at the back of the book! The book is filled with kid-written tips and attraction reviews. Hunt for dozens of Hidden Mickeys spread through all four Walt Disney World theme parks. Preserve magical memories in a special scrapbook section.

As Walt Disney World continues to grow and evolve, trust Birnbaum as your guide! The 2019 edition delves into detailed descriptions of all attractions, resorts, and eateries; offers money-saving coupons and strategies to maximize your vacation budget; and includes a peek into what's new: What's it like to be a toy in Andy's backyard? You'll soon find out at Disney's Hollywood Studios brand-new 11-acre area known as Toy Story Land! The land features two new attractions: a family-friendly roller coaster known as Slinky Dog Dash and the Alien Swirling Saucers ride in which guests strive to elude the famous "Claw" while spinning in a saucer vehicle. The Force grows stronger at Disney's Hollywood Studios every day: read about the ongoing construction of the highly anticipated realm known as Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. The immersive, new 14-acre land (slated to open by late 2019) will give guests of Disney's Hollywood Studios the opportunity to explore a never-before-seen world and interact with creatures and droids from the popular Star Wars franchise. The ever-popular Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is bigger and better than ever. Look here for new details on this and other special Epcot events (Flower & Garden Festival, Epcot International Arts Festival, The Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, and more). Get a sneak peek of the Disney Skyliner. This new transportation system will offer a bird's-eye view of Walt Disney World via airborne gondolas. Imagineers are busy enhancing favorite resorts and building brand new ones, including Disney Riviera Resort (planned to open in late 2019/early 2020) and a new hotel with a Star Wars theme. We'll share details to help you plan future visits! Disney Cruise Line weighs anchor a mere 50 miles from Walt Disney World, making a surf-and-turf vacation a tempting possibility for many a Disney guest. A special Birnbaum "bonus" chapter guides guests from possibility to reality, laying out all the details for pairing a Disney Cruise with a visit to Walt Disney World.

As Walt Disney World continues to grow and evolve, trust Birnbaum as your 2020 guide for:insider tips on how to see and do it alldetailed descriptions of all attractions, resorts, and eateriesmoney-saving strategies New at Walt Disney World:Harness the Force in a dazzling new land: Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.Toy Story Land, a cheery play zone, bearing a happy resemblance to Andy's backyard, continues to wow visitors with the bouncy new coaster called Slinky Dog Dash, the dizzying Alien Swirling Saucers ride, and the ever-popular Toy Story Mania!Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, a new journey through the wild and wacky cartoon world, aims to please riders of all ages.Lightning Queen's Academy is just one of the new shows to recently debut.The upcoming Ratatouille-themed attraction is expected it to open in Epcot's France pavilion, and Birnbaum has the latest scoop!Inside we'll also tell you how to:Plan a Walt Disney World vacation that's right for you, including deciding when to goStretch your dollar with money-saving tips and great value resorts like the Art of Animation and Pop CenturyCut the time spent in line by using Disney's FastPass+Enter the parks before the crowds arrive, or stay for hours after closing time, with Extra Magic HoursGet a handle on maximizing the services of the handy accessory known as the MagicBandChoose (and book) a Disney dining experience with our extensive restaurant coverageUnderstand the Disney Dining Plan programReserve a breakfast with Mickey Mouse and his Disney palsMeet Anna and Elsa (and visit Arendelle) at Epcot's Frozen Ever After attractionEnjoy Disney Springs, a vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment districtSign up for behind-the-scenes toursDetect dozens of Hidden Mickeys throughout the theme parksSoar on the back of a mountain banshee at Animal Kingdom's thrilling attraction: Avatar Flight of PassagePlan the ultimate "land and sea" vacation with our Disney Cruise Line bonus chapter

As the Disneyland Resort continues to grow and evolve, trust Birnbaum as your guide! The 2019 edition delves into detailed descriptions of all attractions, resorts, and eateries; offers money-saving coupons and strategies to maximize your vacation budget; and includes a peek into what's new: The Force is strong at Disneyland Resort, and it is getting even more powerful! As Imagineers prepare to unveil a new 14-acre land, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. The largest themed expansion in Disneyland history will transport park guests to a distant planet featuring lush forests, rocky turf, and immersive Star Wars-style architecture. Pixar pals have taken over Paradise Pier! The re-themed land, now known as Pixar Pier, sports a new look and twist on old favorites, plus new attractions to boot. Pixar Pier is home to many treasured characters, featuring neighborhoods filled with friends from The Incredibles, Inside Out, and Toy Story. Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission--Breakout! has catapulted to the top of many a daredevil's must-do list. We share details on this new park favorite and offer tips on how best to beat the lines and snag a precious FastPass assignment. Ready to sing, dance, and catch a bubble or two with your little one? Disney Junior Dance Party! is a new show featuring lively music and appearances by Disney Junior characters such as Doc McStuffins, friends from Lion Guard, and Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Downtown Disney now offers a new interactive adventure called Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire, a high-flying, immersive adventure for all the senses. Secrets of the Empire joins Splitsville Luxury Lanes as a top choice for Disneyland guests seeking fun outside the boundaries of the theme parks. A visit to Disneyland Resort isn't complete without meeting The Mouse and his pals. We'll give updated information on where and when to find the Big Cheese and the ever-growing cast of Disney characters; and how to enjoy a meal alongside beloved Disney friends. Birnbaum's Official Guide to Disneyland is crammed with more Hot Tips and full-color photos than ever before. Ready, set, run! It seems the Disneyland Marathon and other special running events get more popular each year. Birnbaum covers the fast-growing phenomenon.

The one and only official, up-to-the-minute insider's guide to America's most popular travel destination, updated to include all the hottest information. As Walt Disney World continues to grow and evolve, trust Birnbaum as your 2023-2024 guide for: EPCOT is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and we deliver the scoop on what's new, renewed, and coming soon, including Guardians of the Galaxy: Comic Rewind, The Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana, and Dreamer's Point. Find dozens of money-saving coupons on dining, entertainment, and more! There's a new way to enter theme park attractions: Lightning Lanes. This new service offers expedited wait times for an abundance of favorite shows and attractions at Walt Disney World. Rely on Birnbaum for an accurate description of this time saving program. (fees apply for this service.) Get tips on the new Magic Kingdom attraction TRON Lightcycle Run! Turn to Birnbaum for updates on favorite eateries and newcomers alike, such as EPCOT's Connections Cafe and Eatery and Roundup Rodeo BBQ Restaurant at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Updates on classic and new resort hotels, including Swan Reserve, and Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando. We now cover the hotels at nearby Bonnet Creek--all part of Disney's Good Neighbor Hotel category. Birnbaum offers Disney Springs updates on your favorite restaurants and new editions to the dining and entertainment scene. Character meals are back! We tell you where and how to find them. Flying into Orland International Airport (aka MCO)? We explain the many ways to from MCO to the House of Mouse.

Walt Disney World honors its fiftieth anniversary with "The World's Most Magical Celebration," an incredible 18-month event that lasts until March 2023. As the resort celebrates and continues to grow and evolve, trust Birnbaum as your 2022-2023 guide for: insider tips for young readers kid-friendly descriptions of all theme park shows and attractions colorful maps, photos, Disney character illustrations, and more Real kids give honest advice for the most awesome vacation at Walt Disney World. Inside we'll also tell you how to: Fly the Millennium Falcon starship, take part in a battle between the Resistance and the First Order, and even drink a glass of blue milk at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. See which attractions belong on many kids' "must-do" lists, including the exciting Slinky Dog Dash and the zany Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Discover toe-tapping shows and dazzling nighttime spectaculars Get advice from young Disney experts with kid-written tips and attraction reviews Share what YOU think about all your favorite Walt Disney World rides and attractions Hunt for dozens of Hidden Mickeys spread throughout Walt Disney World theme parks Meet favorite Disney characters and collect autographs with special autograph pages at the back of the book Also preserve your memories in a special scrapbook section Planning a trip to the Walt Disney World? Be sure to have all the official guides from Disney Editions: Birnbaum's 2023 Walt Disney World The Hidden Mickeys of Walt Disney World

Get the Trusted Source of Information for a Successful Walt Disney World Vacation The best-selling independent guide to Walt Disney World has everything you need to plan your family’s trip—hassle-free. Whether you are planning your annual vacation to Walt Disney World or preparing for your first visit ever, this book gives you the insider scoop on hotels, restaurants, and attractions. The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2022 explains how Walt Disney World works and how to use that knowledge to make every minute and every dollar of your vacation count. With an Unofficial Guide in hand—and with authors Bob Sehlinger and Len Testa as guides—find out what’s available in every category, from best to worst, and get step-by-step, detailed plans to help make the most of your time at Walt Disney World. There have been lots of changes at Walt Disney World, from park opening procedures, to rides, restaurants, and hotels. Here’s what’s NEW in the 2022 book: When to visit Walt Disney World to get lower crowds and bigger hotel discounts Details on how COVID-19 and social distancing measures have impacted Walt Disney World Resort Complete coverage of Disney's new Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, Guardians of the Galaxy, and TRON Lightcycle Run attractions The latest on new Disney programs such as Early Theme Park Entry Tips on how to avoid long lines in a World without Disney's FastPass ride reservation system The newest, best places for ticket and hotel deals The latest on discounted stroller rentals, car rentals, and vacation homes A preview of the new fireworks shows Enchantment and Harmonious Updated reviews of every Walt Disney World restaurant since reopening The best hotel rooms to request at every Disney resort

Building the most magical place on earth was no fairy tale. Learn the story behind the creation of Walt Disney World. In 1964, when Walt Disney and his brother Roy decided to build a second theme park in the Florida swamplands, they kept it super hush-hush. Why? Well, if word got out that they planned to buy up lots of land, the price would have skyrocketed. So the Disneys cleverly covered up their trail, avoiding the Orlando airport and even using made-up names, like Walt and Roy Davis, for their flights. The deception worked. In covering the history of the "Most Magical Place On Earth," Joan Holub takes readers both behind the scenes and underneath the park (there are secret employee-only tunnels that form one big circle under the Magic Kingdom). Loaded with fun facts, this book is a great companion to Who Was Walt Disney?