Welcome to planDisney, Hollie!
Thanks for stopping by with such a great question. There's nothing quite like staying at a
Disney Resorts Collection hotel, where you're fully immersed in the magic with benefits like early theme park entry, themed amenities, and convenient proximity to the parks. While Disney offers
complimentary transportation like buses, boats, the Monorail, and Disney Skyliner, sometimes you need to get somewhere quickly before they start running, or maybe you just want to arrive in style! That's where
Minnie Van Service, operated through Lyft, comes in. I'm thrilled you've used it before and loved the experience!
Now, let's talk about car seats. Minnie Vans come equipped with two Graco 4Ever car seats (as of my last visit in January), which can be used as rear-facing, forward-facing, or high-back boosters. Since you'll have three kids, you'll be happy to know that you can bring your own booster seat for your oldest child! Just keep in mind that you'll need to carry it with you throughout the day. If that's a concern, each theme park offers
locker rentals so you can store it while you enjoy the magic. The locker sizes available are Small (12" x 10" x 17"), Large (15.5" x 13" x 17"), and Jumbo (17" x 22" x 26"), with Jumbo lockers available only at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT.
Personally, I love using Minnie Vans throughout my Disney days! Booking one early in the morning is a great way to make it to a
Character Dining reservation on time, especially at locations like Chef Mickey's or Topolino's Terrace. It's also a fantastic option when hopping from one park to another to ensure I don't miss my
Virtual Queue boarding group for attractions like
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. And at the end of the night, when the kids are worn out from all the fun, there's nothing better than skipping the crowds and heading straight back to the resort to recharge because we all know tomorrow is another big Disney day!
I hope this helps with your planning, Hollie! If you need more tips or recommendations, don't hesitate to stop by planDisney. Wishing you a trip full of unforgettable memories!
Brent