SUMMARY: The basics to help you get started planning the perfect Disneyworld vacation!
Disneyworld Vacation Resources
Learn About the Disney World Parks First, get to know the four Disney World parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom. You might be surprised by how much there is to do! Make notes of your favorites. (You might also use the maps in EZ Fun Guide to Walt Disney World 2008 to help you.)
Compare Disneyworld Hotels Disney offers more than 20 hotels within the Disney World Resort property, with prices ranging from under $100/night to more than $1,000/night! Visit this page to find the hotel (or campground) that is right for your family's budget and preferences.
Check for Disney World Discounts Disney makes special offers throughout the year. There are some conditions, and it's very difficult to change your reservation if your plans change... But these can be good discounts.
Make Your Reservations Directly With Disney Book online directly with Disney. Be sure to read the terms and conditions before booking! And my recommendation is to book a room-only reservation rather than a package UNLESS the package offers a great discount! OR you can.....
Contact A Travel Agent at Dream Come True Vacations My friend Joe at Dream Come True Vacations is great to work with. (And this is a sincere recommendation; I don't get any commission or referral fees!) He or one of his staff will be happy to help you book your Disney World vacation!
Order Disney World Tickets Order your Disney World theme park tickets direct from Disney to save time and avoid hassle. Note that adding more days to a 4- or 5-day ticket is very minimal, so it's worthwhile to consider a weeklong vacation.