Hi Sara,
To help with itinerary planning, I think very highly of the many, many touring plans offered through www.touringplans.com. There are over 100 well-researched plans that help you to see the "must-do" attractions as well as the order to visit them. By following the plans, you will reduce your waits and accomplish quite a bit Having visited over the crowded holidays, I can share with you that the plans do really work. While there is a small fee to subscribe to the website, I think it is well worth it.
The second portion of your question I believe is about a resort; am I correct? If you'd like a budget-friendly option, the
value resorts are a perfect fit. They allow you all the Disney perks and magic while keeping the costs down. The
moderate resorts are the next level of resorts that have bigger rooms and more amenities and can also be quite budget-friendly, especially if you are able to book through a
special offer. Once you take a look at the above links, please feel free to send us more questions. We are happy to talk about the various pros and cons of each resort!