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4. Cruise the Sassagoula River

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This is one of those experiences that might seem obvious to a Walt Disney World vet, but many still miss out on.

Connecting Port Orleans Riverside and French Quarter, Old Key West, and Saratoga Springs with Disney Springs, the Sassagoula River is one of the most charming bodies of water at Walt Disney World. And, the boats traversing its length are arguably the best free entertainment on the property.

Park at Disney Springs, board the boats on the Marketplace end of the Springs, and ride all the way until Port Orleans Riverside. From there, explore each resort on the way back, and you’ll have one of the most classic Disney experiences ever.

And, for a fun diversion within the trip, rent bikes at Saratoga Springs for some added exploration.

5. Splurge on a fireworks cruise

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While the other experiences on this list are simpler, sedate activities, sometimes, you just want to do the cool thing.

Disney, ever the innovators, realized that they could charge guests extra for chartered boats with spectacular views of their iconic evening shows. And while it might seem a bit overly luxe, it is worth the coin.

Seeing Illuminations (while you still can!) while parked in World Showcase Lagoon, or viewing Happily Ever After from the Seven Seas Lagoon, should be on any Disney fan’s bucket list.

With catered dessert, as well as a personal sound system featuring the musical score, these are the ultimate “something special,” no matter if it’s your first time at Walt Disney World or your 100th.

And hey, when the fireworks are over, if your feet have had enough of the biking and boating, there’s still a bus that can take you back to your hotel room. That’s the beauty of the Vacation Kingdom.

 
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