Along with this type of transport, you have bus, monorail, and steamboat (yes, a real one) for going to and from the parks and hotels, plus in-park transport like steam train, horse drawn carriage, etc.  There is no need at all for a rental car as many hotel/transportation areas are scattered around the entire property.  If you do want a rental car, and are staying on property, you’ll get a piece of paper to put by your windshield and you won’t have to pay for parking.  Parking is also free at Disney Marketplace/Downtown Disney and you can connect through there to every other area.

Another advantage to staying on at a Disney Good Neighbor hotel which is on Disney property is that all of the accommodations are beautiful.  They do range from modest budget to luxurious, such as the Grand Floridian, which is a huge Southern-style hotel right in the middle of the Magic Kingdom Lagoon.  Disney Vacation Club offers many owners in this timeshare type plan (but very un-timeshare like) and excellent places to stay such as Saratoga Springs (right across the lagoon from Disney Marketplace.  There are plenty of packages available from Disney, for all budgets.

A final advantage to staying at an Orlando Fl hotel which is on property at Disney is their Meal Plans.  These also have to be ordered before you start your vacation and then when you get there, a card is issued with the plan you’ve chosen for the number of days on your stay.  Prices do vary on this so check which one you’d like.  Basically they are prepaid cards which allow for two meals and a snack on whatever plan you choose.  There is quick service and snacks and sit-down and even luxury sit down plans and meals.  A couple of restaurants I highly recommend are The Coral Reef, which is at he Seas in Epcot.  An entire lower wall is actually part of the huge aquarium in this exhibit.  You will see sharks and sea turtles and perhaps even a diver as you eat. 

Another favorite is The Rose & Crown in “England”, also at Epcot See if Chef Tony is on duty.  All restaurants and cafes at Disney are super accommodating to guests with allergies (such as gluten) and other needs.  Reserve ahead of time for sit-down restaurants, and I mean well ahead of your arrival.  One last recommendation for a quick service breakfast, lunch or dinner is at the food court in The Land, also at Epcot.  There are many different mini-restaurants here and you can pick and chose to make up your order, the finish up at the incredible dessert section.  Enjoy!

Kissimmee has a few family vacation resorts with water slides in them making it a great place to take the kids. The city also offers theme parks, shopping and a pretty great nightlife. A hotel with a water slide and pool can be a pretty great place when you have been riding the rides at the amusement parks all day and just want to relax and soak your tired bones.

Kissimmee also has resorts with quite a few kid friendly activities. Plus they are in close proximity to Orlando so you can still use your Disney World package but stay out of the hub of activity that is Orlando.

One of the most popular resorts with kid friendly activities is Clarion Resort and Parkway. Believe it or not this resort goes the extra mile and offers Character- themed kids suites. Your little ones will be overjoyed when they see their favorite characters greeting them after a long day of amusement parks. The resort also offers a kids playroom and most importantly a water park with three slides and a lazy river.

Another good place to stay and have fun at the same time is Royal Park Suites. Now this one is less than a mile from Disney World so if you are looking to stay out of the hustle and bustle it may not be for you. However the kids will love it there. Royal Park offers everything from video games in the arcade to a playground with monkey bars. Added attractions include a kid’s pool and for the adults in the bunch a nightly happy hour and transportation to the theme parks when you are ready to explore.

Gaylord Palme Hotel and Convention Center has 4.5 acres of indoor gardens. While the kids might not think that is all that the adults will love the peace and serenity of a moonlit or early morning walk through the fragrant paths. Of course the little ones are never left out in Florida so for the kids there is the Clearwater Cove water playground. It comes complete with water falls, jets and mist. Now if for some unlucky reason you are here on business or even if you just need a night to yourself the hotel offers what is called a kids night out. This service provides supervised activities for the kids mostly while the parents do business at the hotel.

These are just a sample of the fun things you can do when you decide to get a Kissimmee vacation package you will have to take our word on how fun it is and how much more there is to be discovered.

Now is the time to cancel all of those unnecessary ballet classes and play dates. You need to pick up the phone and rent a Vacation home in Davenport Florida. Take the entire family and leave the cell phones and computers behind. Think about it for a minute. When was the last time you went somewhere and left your cell phone or your laptop at home?  You probably can’t think of the last time can you?

If you want to go to Disney World then you may want to book a vacation rental in Orlando. That way you don’t have to deal with any type of stressful traffic on your way to Orlando to visit one of the four water parks, Sea World or Disney World.

Now the thing to do when you get to your vacation rental in Orlando is not worry about anything. Remember this is a stress free vacation with no interference from work, school or well-meaning family and friends. This is the time to reconnect with your family and yourself. Take the time to take a moonlit swim with your husband. Have a candle lit dinner for two on the back patio or go on an all-day shopping trip with your teenage daughter.

The next morning when you wake up refreshed and ready to meet the day (if you chose a vacation home in Davenport Florida) you may want to just hang around Davenport for the day. Lounge around the house until noon then head out to the local museum or visit one of the gorgeous gardens. After watching the sun set on your deck then take a walk on the beach by moonlight and just count all of the blessings in your life.

No work, no school, no cells and no computers. Just you, your husband and your children getting back to basics and enjoying each other instead of depending on modern technology to make you happy. After visiting these places you may not even want to go home and decide to remain on a permanent vacation. Wouldn’t it be nice if that was an option? But of course we all know it isn’t and pretty soon you will have to get back to the hustle and bustle of everyday life. However if you enjoyed spending time with your family and getting back to basics the entire trip will have accomplished what you set out to do and that is have a stress free vacation for all!

1. Plan your trip during off-season. Costs of everything from Orlando Hotels to park admission to air travel cost significantly less when you stay away from peak seasons.

2. Shop at factory outlets outside Disney World if you want to buy Disney merchandise and souvenirs. Orlando Premium Outlets, for instance, sells Disney items for much lower prices than those that you will find inside the park.

3. Engage in free activities at Disney World. These may include walking along the Downtown Disney Area, hiking at the Disney Wilderness Preserve, and strolling along the Disney’s Boardwalk.

4. Bring your own snacks and drinks. This is to ensure that you don’t spend more than is necessary on snacks and drinks while you’re inside the park. These items are typically priced higher inside the home of Mickey Mouse.

5. Check out the all-you-can-eat buffets outside the premises of Disney World. These include Sweet Tomatoes, Boston Lobster Feast, Golden Corral, Ponderosa, Sizzler or Angel’s Lobster & Seafood Buffet.

6. Stay outside the theme park. While it’s great to enjoy the magic of Disney even before you go to sleep, you will be able to give your pockets a good rest if you stay outside the park. There are so many fabulous Orlando hotels outside that do not cost as much. You may also stay at Kissimmee Vacation Homes.

7. Look for discount coupons. You can find coupons in publications like I Love Orlando magazine. You can get this magazine in different area attractions, shops, and restaurants around Disney World.

8. Visit the free drinking stations sprawled all over the theme park. This would allow you to refresh and hydrate without having to spend a penny. At Epcot’s World Showcase, there is a free drinking station that gives you different drinks from different parts of the world.

9. If you are going to stay outside the theme park, make sure that the hotel is located close to Disney World so you don’t have to worry much getting to the park. Also, it would be best that you book for a hotel that offers a free shuttle service from the hotel to the theme park and vice versa.

10. There are so many ways to save money on your Disney World vacation. You just have to be extra creative and resourceful. Make sure that you use these tips so you can enjoy maximum savings during your trip.

Monorail:

The elevated monorail has two loops, one links TTC and Magic Kingdom and a handful of resorts the other is from TTC to Epcot. Each one passing by various rides and areas giving you an overview of what is to come.

Tram:

Trams provide transportation from the parks entrances to the parking lots. Be sure to write down or text yourself where you parked. After a long day of fun, shopping and excitement, you may not remember where your car is or even how you got there.

Buses:

Buses provide direct connections between the major theme parks as well as connections from all on premise resorts. Buses a low you to be dropped off at the turnstiles of each park. Go from Downtown Disney, Epcot, Yacht and Beach Clubs, The Caribbean Beach Resort, the Dolphin, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Boardwalk. This is the most convenient transportation within Disney.

Boats:

If you are staying in a water front resort or want to travel along the waterways of Disney, you can catch one of their many boats. Boats will carry you anywhere from Downtown Disney, Port Orleans, Saratoga Springs, Wilderness Lodge, Fort Wilderness, Magic Kingdom and Bay Lake.

Car:

When you pay for parking at Disney World, keep your receipt… You can move your car from park to park if you do not want to use the free transportation provided by Disney. If you do move your car, be sure to remember which parking lot and which zone you moved your car to. The parking lot is setup with various themes to make it easy to remember where your car is. Again, after all the fun and excitement you may not remember where you parked.

Remember that all Disney World transportation is free!

What is on the list of things to expect from Disney in the summer of 2010? Check out the following options.

• Why not check out Star Wars Weekends happening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? This is one of the best experiences for any Star Wars fan who wants to see live characters and awesome exhibits throughout the park.
• Summer Nightastic also happens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this summer. You will be able to see some amazing lights in the park.
• At Epcot, there is plenty to do and see. The Sounds Like Summer Concert Series is taking place throughout June and July 2010. This features some amazing tribute bands including Bee Gees, Eagles, Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, U2 and Chicago.
• The Summer Nightastic Fireworks Spectacular occurs in the Magic Kingdom this summer in Disney. You will find lots of visual effects, whimsical music and of course fireworks that fill the night time sky.
• If you are a pin collector, the Disney Pin Celebration 2010 0 Trade City, USA occurs in August of 2010 this year. You will find it in the World Showplace in Epcot.
• In addition, do check out the Magic Kingdom in late May for Disney Grad Nites 2010 which is a special celebration with live performances from a variety of stars you may know.

As you can see, there is plenty happening this summer in Disney World. If you are planning your trip, do book in advance as some of these celebrations do sell out. You will want to be sure that you get advanced admission to any of the shows you plan to see and experience.