Our Tips To Beat the Crowds This 4th of July!

If you've never been to Walt Disney World over the 4th of July, you're in for a treat! The most spectacular fireworks shows will light up the sky to celebrate America. Here's a link for detailed information.

Special fireworks will be shown July 3 & 4 at Magic Kingdom, Epcot & Disney's Hollywood Studios!

However, Fourth of July is one of the most crowded nights of the year at Walt Disney World. So how can you beat the crowds and still see some fourth of July fireworks? 

Here are a few tips!

Staying at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort?

     ...Did you know you can see some of the Epcot IllumiNations fireworks from many parts the resort?

What if you're staying at the Contemporary, Grand Floridian, or Polynesian Resorts?

     ...Walk toward the water & watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks from there.

How about if you're camping at Fort Wilderness or staying at Wilderness Lodge?

     ...Head over to Bay Lake & catch the Magic Kingdom fireworks.

Staying at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts or the Boardwalk?

     ...Stroll along the promenade and you can see parts of the Epcot IllumiNations fireworks

These are all options if you'd rather skip the theme parks that evening - but please keep in mind that these suggestions will give you a partial view of the fireworks. You certainly won't be able to see the whole show perfectly as if you were in the parks.

Whether you visit the theme parks or stay at the resort, the fireworks shows at Walt Disney World are unbelievably magical! 

Happy Fourth of July!

Adults Only: A Drink and a Snack *After* IllumiNations? Sign Me Up!

You know that mad rush to the exits that happens every night at Epcot after IllumiNations? Oh sure, you try to take it slowly and hang back a little, but sometimes there's just no way to avoid the bottle-necking that occurs at the park exits. So why not try something different? 

Epcot is now offering a special package for adults to enjoy AFTER the IllumiNations show is over. And you're gonna love it. Here are the details:

• WHAT: Epcot After Hours Wind-Down
• WHEN: Nightly, April 17 - September 15 from 9:20 - 11pm 
• WHERE: One of four pavilions in World Showcase: La Cava del Tequila at Mexico; Spice Road Table in Morocco; Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar in Italy; or Rose & Crown Pub in the United Kingdom
• COST?: $35 per person plus tax and gratuity. Cost includes small bites paired with a beverage. Additional beverages may be purchased. 

Reservations are a must for this new after hours experience at Epcot. 

So what do you think? Will you try this new after-hours experience?