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If you’ve been wishing upon a star that your next Disney vacation will be easy to research and plan, it’s time to stop dreaming and start surfing the Web. In this Web Guide to Disney Vacations you’ll find links to lots of Disney travel information resources, from specifics within Disney’s own sites to unofficial guides, travel planners, money savers and hotel information. The Disney Vacations Web Guide will have you shaking hands with Mickey, Minnie and Goofy in no time.

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Disney Travel Basics

There might be no place in the world quite like Walt Disney World, but there are plenty of places on the World Wide Web where you can get information and advice for your next Disney vacation. Disney’s official sites start creating the magic right on your screen, and you might find that planning your trip feels more like fun than like research. Still, the Disney hype can be overwhelming (and almost every official site opens with a musical interlude), so you might consider exploring Disney travel through some unofficial guides, which are also plentiful online.

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Although unofficial Disney sites often have insider information that can greatly improve your trip, site design is typically shabby and most authors assume that you already have a basic knowledge of Disney. Disney’s own sites will entice you with expert graphics and capture the “magic.” Our recommendation: use the official sites to figure out exactly where you want to go, and then visit unofficial sites to find out how to get there faster and cheaper.

If you’ve got time to browse, hit the Disney.com “Travel” homepage. If you have a pretty good idea of where you’re going and want specific information, go directly to sites of individual parks and attractions. They’re all described below.

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For the main Disney sites …

Disney.com has created a “Travel” homepage: your starting point for official exploration of Disney travel. You’ll find links to every Disney destination on the globe, from Anaheim to Hong Kong, and even information about the Disney cruise ships that sail the seas between. Also check out video features and travel offers. The tabs at the top of the screen take you to other sections of the company’s official site.

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Walt Disney World in Orlando's official site has everything from vacation package price quotes to tools that help you create and order customized park maps.

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Disneyland Resort presents an official site that is a California version of what's described above. The “Vacation Planning” page can get you started.

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The Tokyo Disney Resort encompasses a resort hotel, Tokyo Disneyland, and Tokyo DisneySea Park. The site features basic information and promotes special events. You’ll also find reservation information.

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Hong Kong Disneyland has a robust Web site on which you can research the park, make reservations, and get information to prepare for your visit. Be sure to check out the Park Map for video tours of attractions you select.

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Disneyland Resort Paris boasts a colorful site that rivals the City of Lights itself with its stylish appeal. Find out more about what the park offers visitors, plan your trip, and discover special money-saving offers.

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For unofficial Disney travel guides …

DIS (Disney Information Station) is a massive, unofficial guide to Disney. You’ll find a Disney podcast and plenty of discounts and information on deals, but most useful are the vacation guides to all of Disney’s theme parks, including a description and history of each ride. Also covered are sporting events, golf courses, and cruise ship sailing listings.

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AllEarsNet has reviews of the parks, accommodations, and restaurants. There’s even a section called “Beyond the Parks” that covers Disney activities such as shopping, nightlife opportunities, and outdoor sports in Orlando, Florida. You’ll find excellent tips in the “Planning” section, and you might appreciate the discussion of whether it’s better to stay on- or off-site.

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Disneyland Tickets is just a blog but it has a large number of extremely helpful articles and entries on pretty much any aspect of Disney travel you can imagine. There’s advice for decreasing waiting time, tips for handling your toddler, clues about where to meet characters, and much more.

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Disney Meetings is an official site that advocates, and helps you plan, Disney business meetings. Whether you’re trying to plan a convention or simply want to coordinate meetings with a Disney vacation, the site covers all the details including airport transportation, group activities, and resorts geared toward meeting your business needs.

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