10 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid in Disney World



There are a bunch of BRAND NEW ways to get tripped up in Disney World that just became issues in the last six months – so even if you think you’re an expert, this is worth a watch!

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46 thoughts on “10 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid in Disney World”

  1. Trip training!!!! People laugh but it's huge. I carry a 5lb dumbell wrapped in a hoodie in my drawstring backpack when I walk the dog 4 miles. I also wear wrist and ankle weights. I train in the shoes I plan to wear. My mom walked 9 miles a day getting ready to go for her 70th Birthday last November, best thing is being prepared.

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  2. I would add, don't buy a lot of plastic junk that will have no sentimental value over time. Limit kids to 1 item a day, make it special. Plush animals will have more value in your childhood, than a drink cup. Oh and no balloons. You can't take them on the plane and it only going to hurt if it get loose and it goes up state to play with the other balloons.

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  3. I always mention this tip:

    Ask the kiosks or quick service places for LARGE ice waters. They are free, will fill up most reusable bottles, and are a must to beat the heat at Disney.

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  4. My best advice for water rides…wear as few clothes as possible. Skin dries faster than clothing so tank tops and shorts with flip flops are ideal. That way you're not slopping around in soggy clothes.

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  5. We were at Epcot last Sunday. Stayed at AoA so we took the skyliner in and got there at 8.. we walked onto Frozen and only waited 25 min for Ratatouille right after that.. it was only 9am and we had already knocked out 2 of the longest wait attractions at Epcot. Front of the park is a breeze. No genie+ needed at epcot

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  6. I would love a How to video on how Disney Geni+ works. This will be my first time in years going and I do not like the fact that I can't play around in it until the day of. I know there is a ton of controversary on the App and I will probably regret it but this is my Family's first visit and maybe our last.

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  7. Are you ready for Heaven? Have you ever lied, stolen used God's name as a curse word (O-M-G)? According to God's law, you're guilty. But wait, God loves you, he made a way out. God so loved the world that he gave his son (death on the cross) that whoever believes in him will not die but have everlasting life. John 3:16 Please think about it. Repent/believe before the rapture, before the one world government. Jesus died for you,live for him. Love U

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  8. Always book dining reservations ASAP! The first time my sister and I went to Disney world as adults, we didn't book any dining reservations and hardly ever got a table. I am now always on top of making sure I have a dining reservation.

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  9. I have a medical condition that makes me need the bethroom often so I got really good at memorizing bathroom locations especially since most bathrooms are pretty well blended in haha

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  10. My rookie mistake was not doing some long test walks in my shoes before I went. I thought hikers would be ideal but I was in agonizing pain every single day and they didn't have shoes in my size at the parks 🥲 Maybe should have gone to target or used amazon but it's hard to think straight after a week of painful feet. So GOOD SHOES ARE IMPERATIVE.

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  11. How flexible is it in regards to park tickets and genie + if part of a big group? Can you break into different smaller groups easily the morning of or night before or are you limited to the group you start with

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  12. Hi AJ! thanks for this video! Leaving for WDW in a few days! Its been a nightmare setting up our trip for a party of 7 using the Disney App; many hours on-hold and on the phone with cast members! (was so frustrated I almost cancelled entire trip). Anyway, we plan to "rope drop" at Magic Kingdom, since we are staying on DIsney property, we can early admit at 8:30AM, but what time do we need to actually get there? thanks!

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  13. No rookie here. Been over 20 times, but heading back in Nov. for the first time since the COVID changes and I'm super overwhelmed. Not sure how to plan rides this go around. Eeek!

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  14. Just went Disney World last week. We purchased Genie + we really only needed it for Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. FYI
    Second we also purchased the Photo Pass. We had issues finding the people to take the photos. They are not in the same uniforms they used to be in so hard to find them. Then there where some issues with some of the rides that have them so photos where not available. We still had a Great time but would have only purchased genie for the two parks. And would have passed the photo pass. At least for right now.

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  15. Thanks AJ for all the trips and tricks . School starts really soon for me on Monday,but that means it’s getting closer to my next Disney trip . 102 days till I get on the airplane ✈️ and head to Florida. I’m going Thanksgiving week 11-20-11-27 and my park days are gonna be 11-21-11-26. I’m going to work hard to earn and deserve my vacation.

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  16. A.J would you do a video on Disney's accessibility for guests/children with autism? So much has changed and I want to know if i can bring a family member and they still have a good time. (or can anyone in the comments link me to a vid)

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  17. Can anybody answer this for me

    Is the Disability line the same line as the lightning lane?
    Is so doesn’t that kinda defeat the purpse and effect those who actually need it?
    (Especially when so many people are using genie +)

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  18. Rookie mistake: Watching this video at normal speed. Set it to 1.5x to get all the information in less time!

    Bonus tip: Set the speed on this video to 0.5x for a laugh!

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  19. I'd say, get to the park when it opens, but don't try and stand in front of the crowd. You'll get to your rides just as quickly, and you won't run the risk of being trampled to death, because people be crazy at these parks.

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  20. Dining reservations are so crucial. Way back in 2006 I remember my family was at Epcot and either we didn't have a reservation or our reservation was no longer available (our intended world showcase restaurant had to close unexpectedly I think!). We were SO hungry and tired until the hosts at the Mexico table service place took pity on us and found us a table very last minute among an ocean of people. I think Disney has gotten much better about avoiding situations like that since then. I know this channel doesn't rate it very highly, but tbf it USED to be excellent and I've got a soft spot for it in my heart because of those nameless employees helping kid me and my family from 16 years gone by. Jesus, 16 years 😆

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  21. There are two things Disney could do to make the park pass mess better. They could either sell the passes with the tickets when you order the tickets, or they could stop selling tickets if the passes sell out. There should be no reason for people to get to the gate and be told there are no passes left, if they have a ticket in their hand.

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  22. I just got home from Disney about two days ago and while I was in Hollywood Studios waiting in line for the Minnie and Mickies Runaway Railroad ride at around 11:30 my step mom bought a lightning lane for the star wars ride ( not the Rise of the Resistance but I forgot what it’s called) and she bought it for around 3:003:30 not knowing you have to do the ride first then you can buy another. Let’s just say it was a long time waiting for Rock, n, roller coaster.

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