Mom And Daughter; Magic Kingdom; Cinderella's Castle; AA; Mickey Balloon
  • On May 14, 2009
    Stacy from NB 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.

    How long should I plan on staying at the hotel for an afternoon break with a 4 year old and a 20 month old? The toddler naps about an hour and half at home but not sure what expect at Disney! Bedtime is about 8 PM at home - will he keep the same schedule?

    Hi Stacy - every child, and every trip is different.  I always try to stay to a similar schedule on vacation, but my 2 and 4 year olds definitely try to stay up as long as possible.  With only one room, we find that it does take them a little longer to fall asleep, especially at night.  However, once they are asleep, they are usually so tired that they do get a great night's sleep.

    For naps, I found that my kids did sleep on pretty much their regular schedule.  The combination of heat and activity completely tired them out!  We generally stay at the hotel from 1-3:30, which gives us time to nap and freshen up before heading back for more fun and for dinner.

    Have a great vacation!
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Meet the Panelist: Jodi, Massachusetts

My name is Jodi from Massachusetts.  I am married with 2 children and work as a writer and consultant. I really look forward to helping parents everywhere plan a vacation within their budget that will truly create lifelong memories. Learn More About Jodi

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