Help me plan thanksgiving DisneyWorld Vacation?

Question

Am going to florida, disney world for the thanks giving vacation nov 23-26. I know its not the best time to visit, but couldn't get any other dates. We have decided to visit 3 disney world parks and one at universal studio.. Of the 3, We are going to Epcot for sure. Would like to get inputs from you guys as to which other two parks at Disney world I can go to and which one at universal studio.

Looking out to come back with a very memorable experience.

Thanks Guys

Answer 1

At Universal, you may want to consider getting the two-park ticket, because both Studios and Islands of Adventure can be done in one day. IOA has more thrill rides like roller coasters, whereas as Studios has more of the slower rides. I went to the other weekend to Universal Studios and had enough time to complete most of the park, and the go to IOA to ride the Spiderman ride. You may want to pass up some attractions (like "Twister") but be sure to hit all the big rides ("The Mummy," "Jaws," "MIB," etc.)

As for Disney, it's hard to say. I would definitely recommend Epcot and Magic Kingdom. For the third day, it's a toss up. MGM Studios and Animal Kingdom aren't my favorite parks, but they're still both enjoyable. It will depend on if you're more interested in movie themes or animal themes. Both have good roller coasters (Rockn'Roller Coaster and Everest, respectively). You could probably do a park hopper on that day and spend half the day at each park.

As for Thanksgiving, it's not too busy. Sure it's a peak travel time, but it's nowhere near as crazy as it gets right before Christmas and during July and August.

Have fun!

Answer 2

Yes, EPCOT is obviously a must. There's plenty of awesome rides there, as well as a fantastic selection of restaurants, and the most incredible fireworks show, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth.

Now, choosing two others is really hard. Each park is fun and special in its own different way. No matter what, you'll be disappointed with your decision at some point. If you don't choose the Magic Kingdom you're missing out on a lot of great, classic rides, some great parades, and an awesome fireworks show. If you don't choose Disney-MGM Studios you're missing out on two of the best thrill rides, the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, this great show, Fantasmic!, and the amazing Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show. If you don't choose Disney's Animal Kingdom Park you're missing out on the best, newest attraction at Walt Disney World, Expedition Everest, the new "Finding Nemo" show, and all the exotic animals.

If it were me, I'd probably choose the Magic Kingdom and Disney's Animal Kingdom Park. Well, I know I'd definitely go to the Magic Kingdom. There's so many great rides, shows, and shops. You could easily spend an entire day at that park. Disney-MGM Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom Park are both great, but they only take about half a day each. I'd probably pick Disney's Animal Kingdom Park because of the rides. Expedition Everest is just awesome, and so is DINOSAUR, Kali River Rapids, Kilimajaro Safaris, and the Primeval Whirl. The animal's are great, too, of course. Now, Disney's-MGM Studios is great, but there's only two or three really great rides. It doesn't take long for me to do all the stuff I like at that park. However, for you, you're opinion may be completely different. One thing to keep in mind that may affect your decision is the park hours. It's that season and park hours are changing. Disney's Animal Kingdom Park will be open until 7:00pm the days you'll be in Orlando and Disney-MGM Studios will only be open until 8:00pm. There's only an hour difference, but it may matter to you. Another reason why you may choose Disney-MGM Studios instead of Disney's Animal Kingdom Park- Disney-MGM Studios has the Stars and Motor Cars Parade, as well as an evening show, Fantasmic!, but Disney's Animal Kingdom Park only has a parade, Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade.

Now, as for Universal Studios, I've never even been. If it were me, I'd spend all four days at the four Walt Disney World theme parks. But if I were to go to one of the Universal Studios theme parks I'd go to the Islands of Adventure. There's a pretty good selection of roller coasters.

Hope I could help!
Whatever you decide on, you'll have a great time!

Answer 3

Theres never a good time to visit, but at least you won't die from heat exhaustion. You might end up going to Epcot twice, but universal is the best.

Answer 4

I recommend going to Liberty Tree Tavern at Magic Kingdom for dinner they have characters and serve thanksgiving style food all year around and it will *FILL* you up. I have never been to Disney and I will 100% go here for dinner.

Answer 5

i went 2 weeks ago defiantly go to magic kingdom and MGM theres not much to do @ animal kingdom unless you like looking at animals