Disneys 10
Most Magical Experiences
By Cara Goldsbury
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Epcot Illuminations Cruise Each evening boatloads of visitors
depart from the docks of Disneys Boardwalk Inn and Disneys Yacht
Club headed for Epcot. Their destination is a prime position under
the bridge between the United Kingdom and France for a view of the
Illuminations fireworks spectacular.
Cruises are offered nightly with your choice of
either a pontoon boat seating 10 or a beautiful reproduction of a
1930s Chris Craft accommodating 6-7 people. Although reservations
can be made up to 90 days in advance, they sometimes sell out on
the first day. Call 407-WDW-PLAY.
Dinner at the California Grill The California Grill on the 15th
floor of Disneys Contemporary Resort is a definite highlight for
any connoisseur of cutting-edge cuisine. Through immense windows is
an unbeatable panorama of the Magic Kingdom and the Seven Seas
Lagoon and on many nights picture-perfect views of the Wishes
fireworks. From pristinely fresh sushi to the exceptional New
American Cuisine to sensational desserts and the outstanding
California wine list, this place has it all.
Breakfast With Cinderella High atop Cinderellas Castle in the Magic
Kingdom is your chance to feast in a fairytale setting with
Cinderella, Jasmine, Aladdin, and Belle. Kids love the grand dining
room where through glittering leaded-glass windows is a birds-eye
view of Fantasyland. The characters make their way around the
dining room and give each child quality time signing autographs and
posing for pictures.
Beachside Vista of the Magic Kingdoms Fireworks On evenings when
fireworks are on the Magic Kingdoms agenda, head to one of the
Polynesian Resorts idyllic white-sand beaches, grab a hammock, kick
back, and view the festivities.
Your First Glimpse of Cinderellas Castle As you walk under the
train station at the Magic Kingdom and into a world of make
believe, the splendor of Main Street is spread out before you with
that celebrated fairy tale castle sitting at the end.
The Sight of Exotic Animals Grazing Below Your Guestroom Balcony A
stay at Disneys Animal Kingdom Lodge comes with a view of its
marvelous savanna filled with hundreds of roaming exotic animals.
After dark the preserves are lit with a moon glow effect, perfect
for a nighttime stroll or after dinner entertainment from your room
balcony.
A Picturesque Ride on the Monorail Hop on board Disneys favorite
form of transportation for a delightful journey around the Seven
Seas Lagoon, through the interior of the Contemporary Resort, past
the Magic Kingdom, and off through the pine trees on your way to
Epcot.
Cocktails in the Grand Lobby of Disneys Grand Floridian Resort This
resorts favorite gathering spot is an exquisitely soaring, 5-story
lobby of stained-glass cupolas and filigreed chandeliers. Find a
seat on a cushy sofa and take pleasure in the lively big band
orchestra while sipping a strawberry-topped glass of champagne.
Reliving the Drive-In of Your Youth At Disney-MGM Studios At the
Sci-fi Dine-In Theatre, guests are served in sleek 1950s-era
convertibles while watching B-grade sci-fi and horror trailers on
the big screen. Waiters on roller skates carhop the darkened,
starlit theater, speaker boxes hang on the side of your car and, of
course, popcorn and hot dogs dance on the screen during
intermission. Though the food is just so-so, who cares when
Godzilla is your entertainment.
A Float Through Splash Mountain Who can resist the charms of Brer
Rabbit, Brer Fox, Brer Bear, and the rest of the gang, even if it
culminates in one heck of a plunge? Drift round the briar patch in
a hollowed-out log while toe-tapping music plays among the cabbages
and carrots, jugs of moonshine, chirpin birds, and croakin frogs as
you relax and bob your head to the beat. As you float through
bayous, marshes, and caverns, all a delight to the eyes with loads
of colorful detail and too-cute cavorting characters, the
heartwarming theme song Time To Be Moving Along plays. Its
guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
Cara Goldsbury is the author of The Luxury Guide to Walt Disney
World: How to Get the Most Out of the Best Disney Has to Offer
available at 800-247-6553, www.luxurydisneyguide.com, Amazon.com,
or your local bookstore.
About
the Author
Cara Goldsbury is
the author of "The Luxury Guide to Walt Disney World: How to Get
the Most Out of the Best Disney Has to Offer". A former travel
agent and agency owner, she has traveled extensively throughout the
world.
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