Don’t forget to snack

Image: DisneyThis statement goes hand in hand with the one above, but it’s important enough to deserve a complete thought. When you’re burning all of those calories, you have to add more fuel. Otherwise, you’ll face fatigue issues throughout your trip.

Your snacking needs to have a bit of strategy behind it. Don’t always think with your stomach. Many of the sweetest treats at Walt Disney World, while delicious, aren’t great for sustenance. Remember to choose a few savory snacks, too. Fruit cups are also great. Even pretzels are a viable option as long as you skip the cheese. Actually, you’re at Disney. You might as well add the cheese and live a little.

PS: When you really need a quick protein pack, grab a giant turkey leg. Those things are a thousand calories packed into 20 (huge) bites.

Don’t ignore Disney Springs

Image: DisneyOne of the mystifying aspects of inexperienced Disney guests is their lack of awareness about Disney Springs. Park planners call it the entertainment district.

Just think about the lexicon for a moment. Walt Disney World is One Big Happy in vacation form. And these same people who constructed it refer to Disney Springs as the entertainment district! Why wouldn’t you want to visit such a phenomenal place?

At Disney Springs, you’ll have a wealth of dining options, and your wallet will cringe at the sheer volume of shops. But there’s more! You’ll also have access to shows and live concerts, and you can even catch a movie at the glorious first-run theater here. This entertainment district is the ultimate for your stomach, and it’s great when you’re in need some retail therapy, too.

Don’t get mega-drunk at the World Showcase

Image: DisneySpeaking of the ultimate, your hometown doesn’t have anywhere near the number of quality bars (and their equivalent) that you’ll find at Epcot’s World Showcase. I don’t care if you’re from Vegas.

The standalone counter service places that serve drinks are great. The bars at the various pavilions are that much better, and even the restaurants have some sublime wine and craft beer options. And then there’s the drinking available at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. The key word there is clearly wine, as it signifies that the World Showcase is the perfect place to go and get your drink on.

Image: DisneySimply stated, you can get super-duper drunk at the World Showcase. I’m talking about viral video Hall of Fame drunk, the kind of drunk that your friends will never let you forget for the rest of your life. Before you start thinking about how fun that sounds, now remember where you are.

As mentioned in the second section, Walt Disney World is the place where dreams come true for kids. Yes, Epcot skews more adult, but you’ll still see plenty of kids as the park approaches closing time. Putting it another way, kids children will be around the entire time you’re at the World Showcase.

Image: DisneyDo you really want to be the jerk that ruins some kid’s trip by getting drunk? Exercise some discretion in your drinking, my friends. You’re doing a commendable public service.