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Make Disney World Extra Magical with a VIP Tour

Don't get stuck in the crowd when you book a Disney World VIP Tour!
Don’t get stuck in the crowds! Book a Disney World VIP Tour!

Disney World is a very magical place to vacation! There is excitement around every corner. But, there is a way to make your day at Disney World even more magical! When you are on one of the Disney World VIP tours you will definitely feel like all your dreams are coming true! A Disney World VIP tour is also fantastic for your family group. Read on and learn how you can make your Disney World day extra magical on a VIP Tour!

What is a VIP Tour

Disney VIP Tours are actually available at both Disney World and Disneyland. There a a lot of similarities between the two parks but you will want to double-check the Disneyland info on their tours. This article focuses on Disney World VIP Tours.

A Disney VIP tour is an upgrade to your park experience that will make your visit unforgettable. VIP tours are private guided tours customized for maximum guest enjoyment and efficiency. Tour guides are hand-picked and expertly trained to plan out the perfect Disney World itinerary. So, you don’t have to think about getting to your next activity, know the best route from one place to another, stand in long lines, or just generally waste precious time in your day.

A tour can have up to 10 guests. This is perfect for a couple of families to tour together and divide up the cost of the tour.

Types of VIP Tours

Private VIP Tour

This is the most amazing, most magical, most customized tour option (and the only one currently available to book) for your group. When you book a tour, you set the Disney VIP Tour Services team in motion to plan for your group the best and most efficient tour based on the list of activities you want to do. Yes! They customize your day based on your desires and favorites. Transportation from park to park, if you so choose, is all by private vehicle. No waiting for buses! Your tour guide is at your service for the day!

Some personalizations they include:

  • Itinerary all planned for you before you get there
  • A flexible start time that fits your family’s schedule
  • A highly knowledgable VIP Tour Guide ready to divulge all kinds of Disney tips, tricks, and fascinating information.
  • Often less wait time for attractions

Cost: $425-$750/hour depending on season (minimum of 7 continuous hours)

The following tours are not currently available to book but hopefully will return soon

Ultimate Day of Thrills VIP Tour

This 7-hour tour visits all Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios taking guests on the most hair-raising rides at Disney World. Your VIP Tour Guide plans out the itinerary to get you on the most amount of rides for maximum enjoyment for the day. Here’s what awesome rides you might get to enjoy (this list is just a sample your VIP Tour guide might have a better plan):

  • Magic Kingdom: All 4 Mountains, Haunted Mansion and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
  • Epcot: Soarin
  • Hollywood Studios: Slinky Dog Dash, Toy Story Mania, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, and Star Wars–The Adventure Continues.

A stop at a quick service restaurant will fuel you at lunchtime for the rest of your day.

Cost: $349/person + tax (required park ticket must be purchased separately)

Ultimate Disney Classics VIP Tour

The Disney Classics VIP Tour focuses on the classic park of the Magic Kingdom. Your Disney VIP Tour Guide plans the perfect 4-hour itinerary to visit many of the classic rides at the Magic Kingdom. With your Guide leading the way you can just relax, and enjoy the rides. Since these rides do not have a height requirement this is a terrific tour if you have young children along.

Some rides you might get to enjoy are Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Haunted Mansion, “it’s a small world”, Jungle Cruise, Mad Tea Party, Peter Pan’s Flight, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and Under the Sea-Journey of the Little Mermaid.

Cost: $249/person + tax (Magic Kingdom park ticket must be purchased separately)

Ultimate Nights of Adventure VIP Tour

You are going to love this tour centered around the wonders of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. On this 4-hour tour your Disney VIP Tour Guide has planned a journey through the Animal Kingdom so that you will get on all the best rides. This tour starts 4 hours before the evening Rivers of Light performance which will end your tour (if there is a performance that night).

What might you get to experience? Expedition Everest, Kilimanjaro Safaris, Avatar Flights of Passage, Na’vi River Journey, and DINOSAUR.

This tour also includes signature snacks and a specialty beverage. Yum!

Cost: $249/person + tax (Animal Kingdom park ticket must be purchased separately)

Taste of Magic Kingdom VIP Tour

This tour is the most delicious Disney World VIP Tour!! During this 3-hour tour, you will get to taste the best of the Magic Kingdom. Your Disney VIP Tour Guide will bring you behind the scenes to some of the kitchens of your favorite restaurants to meet the talented chefs. You’ll hear stories of how the delicious menus are created and the process of how they serve so many guests each day.

Then, of course, there will be tastings, tastings, tastings curated especially for you!

Cost: $99/person + tax (park admission must be purchased separately) Guests must be at least 16 years old for this tour.

Here are some things to keep in mind with the Ultimate VIP Tours

  • Tours start a specific time (late arrivals cannot join the tour later).
  • Rider Switch is not available on the tours.
  • Itinerary may change but you can ask for an expected itinerary when you book your tour.
  • Price is subject to change.
  • Guests with wheelchairs or ECV can be accomodated.
  • Guests under 17 must be accompanied by paying parent or guardian.

Disney World VIP Tours can truly make your day at Disney World so much more magnificent and magical. If you have any questions about adding a VIP tour to your Disney World experience please contact me.

Happy travels to you…until we meet again!

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Cool Facts about Liberty Square in Magic Kingdom

The Liberty Tree Tavern is a great restaurant in Liberty Square at the Magic Kindgom.

For many visitors of Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park, Liberty Square is just a pass-through land. But, take some time to look around on your way to Frontierland and you will see a few very interesting things. There are a few things that the history lover in me finds extremely fascinating. So, read on to learn some intriguing facts about Liberty Square at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom!

The Architecture of Liberty Square

Stepping into Liberty Square transports guests into the Revolutionary War period of United States History. The buildings are all built with Federal and Colonial style architecture. The Imagineers set you in the 1700s and have you travel from Boston to Virginia as you look at all the different buildings.

  • Haunted Mansion–reminiscent of the gothic architecture in New York’s Dutch New Amsterdam in the early 1700s.
  • The Columbia Harbor House–looks just like a mid-1700s home in Boston
  • The Hall of Presidents–inspired by the buildings in Philadelphia during the late 1700s (about the time of the signing of the Constitution).
  • Liberty Tree Tavern–this building has a bit more of the Georgian styling from Williamsburg in the late 1700s

The Liberty Tree

Many Revolutionary towns had their own Liberty Tree so Disney Imagineers felt Liberty Square had to have one too. This giant oak tree is over 130 years old. It was actually transplanted from another spot on Disney property to its current location in Liberty Square. Moving it was quite a feat since the tree was almost 40 tons. But they were successful and it still stands today providing a nice bit of shade for guests.

The Liberty Bell

The Liberty Bell in Liberty Square is one of 50 exact replicas of the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. Each state was given a replica in celebration of the United States Bicentennial in 1976. After about 10 years someone at the Walt Disney Company found out that Pennsylvania was not using their replica (because who needs a replica when you have the real thing) and asked to display it. On the 4th of July, 1989 the replica was placed in Liberty Square for millions of visitors to enjoy.

The Hall of Presidents

Believe it or not, the Hall of Presidents is actuall a federally recognized museum. Genuine artifacts from past presidents and first ladies are all along the walls. You can also read the stories behind the different items and learn a little more about American History. The lobby carpet also displays the Presidential Seal. This is actually official! You will find this seal only in the White House and at Disney World. How cool is that!

The 13 Colonies

The thirteen original colonies are represented in two ways. There are 13 lanterns hanging from the Liberty Tree. And the flags that surround the Liberty Bell represent each colony. There is a plaque in front of each flag with the name of the colony and the date they became an official state of the United States.

Slanted Shutters

During the Revolutionary War the United States was able to get very little metal. So the resourceful Colonists got metal from wherever they could to melt down and be repurposed. That means that even the window shutter hinges were stripped and replaced with leather straps. As you can imagine, the leather soon stretched out and caused a bit of shifting. So, in the quest to make Liberty Square as realistic as possible the shutters on some of the buildings are a bit askew.

Lack of Restrooms

You will not be able to find a bathroom in Liberty Square. Restrooms were not at all authentic to the time period so the Disney Imagineers omitted them. Instead look to the ground. You will notice a brown sidewalk flowing through the land. Since there was no indoor plumbing during this time waste was dumped into the street. The brown represents what might have been the early American “sewage system”.

Liberty Square at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom might be small but definitely has some cool facts to learn. This attention to detail and striving to immerse guests into the story of the lands is one of the many reasons to love visiting Disney World!

Thinking of a trip to Disney World? Contact me and let’s get started planning your amazing family vacation!

Happy travels to you…until we meet again!

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Best Gentle but Entertaining Rides at Magic Kingdom

The Magic Kingdom at Disney World boasts many great rides and shows. But did you know that there are some rides at the Magic Kingdom that are a ride and a show all in one? Yep! There are! These rides are gentle and are great for the entire family, including the youngest ones. So let’s get into the best gentle and entertaining rides at the Magic Kingdom.

It’s a Small World

It's a Small World is a fantastic gentle ride at Magic Kingdom.

This is the ride that made Disney famous. No, really! It was one of the first rides created by Walt Disney for the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair and then it was brought to Disneyland. This ride was also one of the first when Disney World opened in 1971. But, enough history.

It’s a Small World is a captivating 10-minute boat ride through the continents of the world. As you ride along through each continent you are surrounded by large dolls that are dancing, swinging, twirling, and singing. Many countries from each continent are represented through the dolls’ costumes, the sets, and the language of the song at that location. The sets are bright, colorful, and captivating. The action is all around you. Really, you have to ride this a few times to catch all the beautiful details.

It’s a Small World is a wonderful ride but I would get a Fastpass for it unless there aren’t any other options or you just have to ride it. It loads fairly quickly and the lines aren’t usually over the top long. For many this is a love it or leave it ride. You will have to see how this gentle ride at the Magic Kingdom stacks up for you.

Pirates of the Caribbean

Pirates of the Caribbean is one of the exciting gentle rides at Magic Kingdom

Yo ho, Yo ho, A Pirates life for me! Deep in the bowels of the Spanish fort, you board your boat for this journey into the days of the pirates. You are brought through a sea battle. You are witness to a rollickin’ ruckus as they bring back their booty and their daily life. You experience the perils of the job. I challenge you to leave the pirate lair without the catchy tune rolling around in your head for the rest of the day. Pirates of the Caribbean is definitely one of the classic, don’t miss rides at Magic Kingdom.

Pirates of the Caribbean is a FastPass ride and is a possible choice. This is a very popular ride and the lines can get long later in the day. But, there are other rides that would probably be better for Fastpasses. Pick Pirates if you have an extra pass available. This one is also a good one to get after your initial passes are used up.

Jungle Cruise

Oh my! The Jungle Cruise is definitely a Disney classic. It may seem that these gen’te rides are just for the kiddies. But, that is just not so! The Jungle cruise will take you through, yep, the jungles of Asia and Africa. You will encounter friendly and unfriendly animals (Beware!), a little mystery and possibly a little danger (Disney style danger). The best part of this ride, and what makes it so fun for adults too, is the riverboat captains. Listen carefully as they are really the quirkiest guides and they make your trip, well…definitely memorable.

Jungle Cruise is a FastPass ride (when available again) and is a worthy selection. This is a very popular ride and will often have a long line all during the day. This could be good choice for Rope Drop if you have Fastpasses to other rides. You might also try and get aboard the Jungle Cruise at night for a little different experience.

Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover

The Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover is a fantastic gentle ride at Magic Kingdom.

The TTA Peoplemover is often underlooked. No, really it is because it is easily missed over everyone’s heads. The Peoplemover is a terrific ride for when you just need to put your feet up and relax. Take the escalator up to the loading deck. Once you board your car you just have to sit back and enjoy. Enjoy the cool breeze. Enjoy the gently rocking movement of the car. Enjoy not having to walk but getting to see all over Tomorrowland from above. Enjoy watching all the people below standing in line or looking around confused about where to go next. If you are lucky, the TTA Peoplemover will be transporting guests in a big circle and just waiting for you to board.

The lines for the Peoplemover will be the longest in the middle of the day when people are ready to take a bit of a break. How do you feel so far about these gentle rides at the Magic Kingdom?

Peter Pan’s Flight

Board your pirate galleon and follow Peter Pan high above the rooftops of London and on to Neverland. During this gentle flight you will love how the colors come alive even in the dark of night. Each scene transports you right back to your childhood and into the story of Peter Pan. What will happen to the Lost Boys and Tink? Who will win this time? Take flight and see!

This is another great ride to cool off and put your feet up for a few minutes. It is definitely the most “kiddie” of all the gentle rides. Due to the way Peter Pan’s Flight loads, the lines can be quite long. The best time to ride is first thing in the morning at Rope Drop or if you have a FastPass you can go later in the day.

So, what about you? Do you enjoy any of these gentle rides at the Magic Kingdom? Do you skip them or are they not to miss? Let me know in the comments below!

Happy travels to you…until we meet again!

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5 Magic Kingdom Restaurants to Love!

There have been so many changes to Disney World so it is sometimes comforting to think about the things that haven’t. Today’s blog will cover 5 of the wonderful Table-Service Restaurants that are a Disney World staple. Let’s learn more about some great places to sit down and have a wonderful meal at some Magic Kingdom restaurants.

Important Planning Information for Magic Kingdom Restaurants

  • You must have a Park Reservation and Park Ticket for Magic Kingdom for each person in your party to eat at one of the Magic Kingdom restaurants.
  • Advanced Reservations can be made 60 days ahead online.
  • Use Mobile Check-In on My Disney Experience.when you get to the restaurant.
  • Cashless payment is definitely recommended.
  • The menu might be a bit different so make sure you check it out before reserving.
  • Character dining is unavailable at these restaurants for the time being.
  • Since there is no Disney Dining Plan right now you will have to pay for your meal when you dine.

Health and Safety Measures to Know at Magic Kingdom Restaurants

  • Enhanced Cleaning: We’ve increased cleaning in high-traffic areas such as public elevators and escalators, handrails, benches, tables, handles, restrooms and more. Additionally, seating areas, dining areas and pagers will be cleaned between Guests.
  • Reduced-Contact Menus: Menus will be shared in ways to minimize contact. At quick-service restaurants, menus will be displayed on signage. And at table-service restaurants, you can scan a code with your mobile device to access the digital menu.
  • Self-Serve Changes: Beverages and other items that were previously self-serve will instead be served by Cast Members.
  • Face coverings for each Guest age 2 and up, which must be worn in all public areas—including while entering and exiting dining locations—and can be removed while eating or drinking

Be Our Guest Restaurant

Be our Guest Restaurant sign small
Be our Guest Restaurant ball room small
Be our Guest Restauran beast room small

As you step out of Fantasyland and into the Be Our Guest Restaurant you will feel transported right into the castle of Belle and the Beast! You have three rooms to choose from:

  • The Grand Ballroom – Go for baroque in this magnificent ballroom with its high, domed ceiling, chandeliers and snow-laced Gothic arches.
  • The West Wing – Dine in the Beast’s mysterious West Wing study—if you dare—and perhaps you’ll even spy his enchanted rose.
  • The Castle Gallery – Get swept up in the romance of Belle’s private library, and inspired by the larger-than-life figures of Belle and Beast dancing.

The Menu at Be Our Guest Restaurant

At the Be Our Guest Restaurant both adults and children have the freedom to choose your own 3-course French-inspired prix-fixe meal. You might choose to start your meal with French Onion Soup or Maine Lobster Bisque. You might follow with Center-cut Filet Mignon or Roasted Corn and Spinach Tortellini. For dessert, treat yourself to a rich Dark Chocolate Truffle or a lighter Lemon Jam Macaron. Whatever you choose you will be delighted by your time at this restaurant!

Liberty Tree Tavern

Liberty Tree tavern--a table-service restaurant to love at Magic Kingdom

The Liberty Tree Tavern dishes up the ultimate comfort foods for lunch and dinner. This family-style restaurant is right in the heart of Liberty Square. At this Colonial-style restaurant, you will dine on delicious New England inspired food as you sit in one of the six dining rooms that reflect American historical figures:

  • Benjamin Franklin
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • John Paul Jones
  • Paul Revere
  • Betsy Ross
  • George Washington

This is a perfect place to celebrate Thanksgiving!

The Menu at the Liberty Tree Tavern

Since this is a family-style restaurant you table will be brought plates full of crispy salad and then the Patriot’s Platter. The Patriot’s Platter includes Roasted Turkey Breast, Pot Roast, and Oven-roasted Pork with Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Herb Stuffing, and House-made Macaroni and Cheese.

If you would like a meatless option they have a Plant-based Impossible™ Meatloaf.

For dessert you can indulge in the Oooey Gooey Toffee Cake or the plant based Johnny Appleseed Warm Apple Cake. YUMMY!

The Plaza Restaurant

Plaza Restaurant sign
Plaza Restaurant outside
Plaza Restaurant inside

The elegant turn-of-the-century atmosphere sets the stage for a delicious meal at the Plaza Restaurant. Take a step back to the early 20th Century as you enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner. You will find this restaurant at the end of Main Street with a beautiful view of Sleeping Beauty’s Castle.

The Menu at the Plaza Restaurant

Bring back yesteryear and get to eat some of your old favorites. Choose from deli-sandwiches, Cheese Steak Sandwiches, burgers or meatloaf. For dessert you will not want to miss out on the chocolate cake or delicious milkshakes. Since there is a ice cream shop close by you may also induldge in a fantastic Banana Split or Brownie Sundae. There is a nice selection of choices on the kids menu also.

Tony’s Town Square Restaurant

Tony's Town Square restaurant sign
Tony's Town Square restaurant inside
Tony's Town Square restaurant fountain

“When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s amore!” That is also how you will feel when eating at Tony’s Town Square Italian Restaurant. But this is no ordinary Italian restaurant. This is the restaurant where Lady and the Tramp fell in love! Tony’s Town Square sits right on the hub of Main Street and offers some fun people watching.

The Menu at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant

Mouthwatering Italian food is what you will find at Tony’s Town Square. Start your meal off with a nice Caesar salad or Caprese. Move on to your main entree and choose from classics like Spaghetti, Chicken Parmesana or Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo. Cap off your meal with a delicious dessert of Tiramisu or Cannoli.

Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen

Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen is restaurant to love at the Magic Kingdom

Head into Adventureland for your reservation at the Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen (Skipper Canteen for short). This Magic Kingdom restaurant is easy to pass right by as it is tucked in just past the Sunshine Tree Terrace and across the walkway from the Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse.

Bring the legacy of the Jungle Cruise to life. The skippers who guide you down the jungle rivers have opened up the doors to their kitchens to feed your famished families. There are three quirky rooms that really reflect your skippers that you might dine in:

  • The Crew’s Mess Hall–an actually not very messy colonial-era dining hall
  • The Jungle Room–the former family parlor of Dr. Albert Falls himself
  • The S.E.A. Room–the once-secret meeting room for the Society of Explorers and Adventurers

The Menu at the Skipper Canteen

At this exotic outpost feast on African, South American, and Asian food with a twist fitting of the joke-cracking skippers. You might want to begin your meal with Jungle Green Salad or Lost and Found Soup (a mystery until you get there). For your meal, you might like to try Dr. Falls Signature Grilled Steak or “Tastes Like Chicken” Because it is! (crispy fried chicken with rice and veggies). Top off your meal with delicious Panna-Connie’s Congo Lime Delight or Kungaloosh!

Happy travels to you…until we meet again!

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