I'm sure you all know about Disney World's amazing
theme parks, but are you familiar with the myriad of fascinating
activities for children offered throughout Walt Disney World
that are either complimentary or offered for a reasonable fee
to Disney resort guests? Here are some of the best:
 Snag
a Bass On a Kid's Fishing Excursion. 1-hour angling
trips just for children are available from the resort
marinas of Disney's Contemporary, Polynesian, Yacht and
Beach Club, and Boardwalk Inn and Villas. For miles of
shore fishing head over to Disney's Ft. Wilderness where
cane poles and rods and reels may be rented at the Bike
Barn in the Meadow Recreation Area.
Fishing excursions
are approximately $25 per child. Call 407-WDW-PLAY for
reservations. |
Enjoy the Old West.
Hayrides depart each evening from Pioneer Hall at Fort
Wilderness for a 45-minute trip. Very tame, cowboy-guided
trail rides are also offered, or younger children can
opt for a $2 pony ride at the Fort Wilderness Petting
Farm. Hayrides are $8 per adult and $4 per child; no reservations
taken.
Trail rides are $30 per person; reservations
are required and may be made up to two weeks in advance
by calling 407-WDW-PLAY. |
Watch the Electrical
Water Pageant Parade. Nightly on the Seven Seas Lagoon
is a delightful 1000-foot string of illuminated barges
featuring King Neptune and his court of whales, sea serpents,
and other deep-sea creatures. The free show can be seen
from the beaches of Disney's Polynesian, Grand Floridian,
Contemporary, and Wilderness Lodge Resorts. |
| Sing-Along in Front
of the Campfire. Families gather round the campfire
each evening at Ft. Wilderness for a sing-along, marshmallow
roast, and a Disney animated movie.
Complimentary to all Walt Disney World resort guests.
Ride Up Front with the Monorail Driver. Simply
ask the Cast Member on duty. They will be happy to oblige
as long as the front car is empty. |
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Take a Spin on a Watermouse
Boat. Rent one of these two-seater mini-power boats
and zip around one of Disney's lakes at 22 miles per hour.
Kids love them, particularly because they need only be
12 years or older and at least 5 feet tall to drive one
without adult supervision. Available at the Contemporary,
Polynesian, Grand Floridian, the Yacht and Beach Club,
Downtown Disney, and the Wilderness Lodge.
Approximately
$22 per half-hour. |
Search
for Buried Treasure on a Pirate's Cruise. Every Monday,
Wednesday, and Thursday, children ages 3-10 sail from
the dock of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort on a 2-hour
supervised trip to a deserted island.
$28 fee
includes snacks, bandanas, and treasure. Call 407-WDW-DINE
for reservations. |
Attend a Children's
Tea Party. A "Wonderland Tea Party" happens Mon-Fri
at 1:30 P.M. in 1900 Park Fare at Disney's Grand Floridian
Resort. Hosted by characters from Alice in Wonderland,
the little ones play games, listen to stories, and drink
apple "tea". $28. Strictly for children ages 3-10.
Call 407-WDW-DINE for reservations. |
Take in a Character
Meal. These extremely popular dining opportunities,
offered at both the Disney theme parks and resort hotels,
are a perfect way for your children to spend extra time
with favorite Disney characters. Meals are offered in
three ways depending on the restaurant: buffet-style,
family-style, or pre-plated meals; regardless, it's essentially
all-you-can-eat. Characters work the room, stopping at
each table to interact with guests, pose for photos, and
sign autographs. Book priority seating early, particularly
for Cinderella's Royal Table, Epcot's Princess Breakfast
in Norway, and Chef Mickey's by calling 407-WDW-DINE.
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