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The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids (Unofficial Guides)

The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids (Unofficial Guides)

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Authors: Bob Sehlinger, Liliane Opsomer, Len Testa
Publisher: Wiley
Category: Book

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Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars 18 reviews
Sales Rank: 8892

Media: Paperback
Edition: 6th Revised edition
Pages: 480
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 8 x 5.1 x 1.2

ISBN: 0470497750
Dewey Decimal Number: 917
EAN: 9780470497753
ASIN: 0470497750

Publication Date: September 28, 2009
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Product Description
The Top 5 Ways The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World® with Kids Can Help You Have the Perfect Trip:
  • Comments and tips on Walt Disney World® from surveys of more than 12,500 families
  • Advice on how to prepare mentally, physically, and logistically for your ideal Walt Disney World® vacation
  • Information on which attractions frighten kids and why
  • When to go, where to stay, and how to beat the crowds
  • How to keep your family happy on vacation and how to return home rested and relaxed



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5 out of 5 stars Moe than a travel book - a fun read   May 4, 2007
C. Ursu (New York, NY)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful

I have never had any desire to visit Disney World, until I read this book. In addition to the many choices you have for hotels and dining, I particularly found the "tips" to be very useful. As far as the prices - I never rely on published books: it has been my experience that prices are hardly ever the same no matter how "fresh" the book.
What I particularly liked about this book was the fact that you can engage a child to read through it with you, as you plan your trip. They can read the passages written by the kids in the book. This is a fun way to get your kids involved in planning the trip.
A great read even if you don't go to Disney World. Travel books should not be a step-by-step guide to what you should do on vacation. One should explore and decide what is appropriate on one's own. A travel book should be entertaining and kindle the desire to visit a place. This is just that kind of book!



5 out of 5 stars Make your Day!   May 11, 2007
Patricia (Asbury Park, NJ)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

The unofficial guide to Walt Disney World with Kids.

This guidebook is full of information, funny in tone yet a real tool for anyone who understands that planning is the most essential step when preparing to travel. When I started to read The unofficial guide to Walt Disney World with Kids, I felt overwhelmed by the density of the information because it was not immediately clear how to approach it. Clearly I was not going to read every single word. After all it IS a guide book. But to determine its value as a guide book meant not only that it be well researched and relatively timely; but also that its content be accessible for the enjoyment of a wide cross section of prospective readers who travel with kids--grandparents, single parents, blended families.

Notwithstanding fluctuations in Disney prices which could affect the accuracy of fees mentioned, the essential information compiled by the authors can withstand the test of time. They have done all the research and walked at least a mile in the reader's shoes: compiled websites, identified pertinent telephone numbers, reviewed budget, weighed housing options inside and outside DW, and considered babysitting options. They have even included a selection of dining options with commentary prepared by travelers others than the authors. All this while holding the reader's hand on a visit to each of the theme parks. Each park and even the characters inside the park are discussed with clip out touring plans included. I especially liked the discussion of age appropriateness as it relates to attractions, a concern for mixed age groups.

There's more than enough information for a huge variety of people to wrap their heads around. And not just those traveling with kids. I thought the funny images of Liliane, juxtaposed with Bob on a bicycle and the input from the teen (Idan) and tween (Ian) make this a book that all ages can use to prepare for a trip to Disney World. I mean, really, what`s not to like?







5 out of 5 stars Great book   April 30, 2007
New York Mom
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I've used versions of this book every year for the past 5 years and it has proved invaluable. I have always found their information up to date and if it isn't it's because Disney is constantly changing their rules/hours/number of days to call in advance for reservations etc., etc., etc. It has definitely helped me find the best hotels, restaurants and things like tips on where to sit for parades and what time to get there (and if you've ever been to a parade at Disney, you know just how rough it can get).
As far as ride reviews, all kids are different as to how they react to rides. They also have a website you can subscribe to to get up to the minute info and it's cheaper than many other similar sites. As far as who writes the book, one review was so off base. They have many researchers, former Disney employees, they solicit opinions from the public. It is not just one woman and 2 kids as suggested, which of course would be ridiculous. I mean what publisher would put out a book like that?
Bottom line, a great book I've used for years and you can't beat the price.



5 out of 5 stars You have to get this book if going to Disney World!!   March 25, 2008
CorinneBen (Purcellville, VA USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This book was a total godsend. It was our first time (with kids), and this book answered every question we had and then some. We never asked anyone anything, if we had a question, we consulted the book. Only thing I wish they would do different is update it annually. Some of the newer rides weren't in it. But didn't make big difference. I absolutely loved this book and highly recommend it! When we go back, we will always have the most updated version of this book with us.


5 out of 5 stars The best way to do disnew   February 8, 2008
This book is great. It gives you a lot of hints on how to make the most of your day, yet allows you to be flexible for your particular likes and dislikes. It was very helpful when traveling with 3 children under 7.

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