Back to Your Answers
Mom and Daughter at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Room
  • On Feb 11, 2010
    Jeans from VA Asked Note: This answer was provided prior to the change to planDisney and may still contain references to Disney Parks Moms Panel.

    Experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    I'm am trying to plan my family's first vacation. My 5 year old nephew is coming and I am so excited about making this so special for him. We have the resort, tickets, meals...but is there anything that you could reccommend that is a must see/do?

    Hi Jeans:

    I have two young boys, a four-year-old and a two-year-old, and I would love to share some of my family's must-dos for our Disney vacations. Your family may have different tastes, but hopefully these recommendations will be a good start to planning your trip.
    • At the Magic Kingdom, we always ride Pirates of the Caribbean, Jungle Cruise, Peter Pan's Flight, and It's a Small World.
    • At Epcot, we always make sure to ride or visit Soarin', The Seas with Nemo and Friends, Spaceship Earth, and take a tour of the countries in Epcot's World Showcase. Highlights of World Showcase are the Kidcot Fun Stops, which are craft stations where children can draw and color while learning about different cultures.
    • Our must-dos at Hollywood Studios include Toy Story Mania, Muppet Vision 3-D, and the Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show.
    • At Animal Kingdom, we always get a close look at the animals on the Kilimanjaro Safari and head over to the huge Tree of Life to see It's Tough to be a Bug! 3-D movie.

    In addition, our boys enjoy character meals, such as Chef Mickey's at the Contemporary Resort and Playhouse Disney's Play 'N Dine at Hollywood Studios.

    There are many other attractions besides the ones listed that your family will enjoy, including parades, character meet and greets, and firework shows. Check the park schedules for parades and shows throughout the day. I find the best advice when traveling with my young boys is to let them control the pace and pick the rides that look appealing to them, so long as they meet any height restrictions. Remember to check in at City Hall at the Magic Kingdom, or at guest relations at other parks, and pick up a "1st Visit" button for the members of your party. Many Cast Members will go out of their way to greet you and your nephew with a kind gesture to make your visit more memorable.

    Enjoy your first Disney vacation.

thumbnail image for Jonas

Meet the Panelist: Jonas, New York

I am a family man and huge Disney fan raising two awesome and rambunctious boys.  As Disney Vacation Club members, we travel to Walt Disney World often. Learn More About Jonas

Didn't find what you were looking for? Click the Ask a Question button to open the Ask a Question dialogue box. If you are not logged in a dialogue box will appear to signin in order to ask a question.

To submit your question, please log in now if you have not already done so.

Ask a QuestionOpens the Ask a Question dialog box.
x

Update Browser

For a better experience browsing this website, please download an updated version of Internet Explorer.


Or you can continue browsing without updating.

 

 

Internet Explorer FireFox Safari Chrome