Oops, forgot one more thing...during July and August, you can usually count on at least one really good afternoon down-pour. I'd suggest wearing comfy clothes (not denim) that dry quick or at least bring an umbrella. There's not a lot of room under cover when the parks are full.

I've got to agree with a lot of the comments above. I actually live less than 10 miles away from Disney and my family goes often (we have annual passes now that our kids are old enough to go on the rides). We also spent our vacation last July at Disney's Wilderness Lodge and loved it. I agree with everyone that it's pricey, but we needed a vacation from our own place (too easy to get on the computer, phone, etc.). I would highly recommend calling ahead and getting help with using a wheelchair/guide/etc. Most of the time if your needs are legitimate, I'm guessing a casted leg counts, you'll get the service you need.

Our family just visited the Magic Kingdom two weeks ago and it was hot. If you don't want to leave the parks during the day, I too would recommend wearing a hat, sunblock, and bring along plenty of water. I believe a small bottle of water costs $2. I also noticed a lot of people carrying around small fans with misters - man did I love being in line behind those people...they misted and got me too.

If you want to save money while at the parks, but don't want to have to leave, I would recommend packing a collapsible cooler and putting it in a locker at the front of each park. If you're able to leave the Disney area - have your own car - follow the signs to 535(runs in front of Downtown Disney) or 192(the main road that runs through Kissimmee and Celebration) to find regular grocery stores that are soooo much cheaper than anything on their premises.

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You'd think after living here 32 of my 34 years I'd dislike the mouse, but I absolutely love this place!!

The two times we went to Disney were 2002 and 2003. There were plenty of wheelchairs and scooters in line with us too. But I also saw guided groups. Perhaps it's a fee service now?

My niece, though, is blind. When my sister called in 2004 she was told that she, her husband and her daughter would be provided with a Disney guide. If they had other children, they also would be included (they don't). However, any other members of their group would be on their own.

Wow - our experience was pretty much the opposite. My son cut his foot badly just before our trip, needed stitches, and wasn't able to walk much.

When I called customer relations asking about handicap access and wheelchairs (and stating we could provide medical documentation) - I got a whole different story. (There were 4 of us, and I didn't know if the wheelchair went in a different entrance could we all stay together or only 1 adult stay with my son or whatever.)

They were very polite but explained they'd had a major problem in the past with patrons falsely claiming handicap needs to get faster access to rides. They said that now most of the areas were accessible, so anyone in a wheel chair just stayed in the regular lines (for the most part - there were exceptions).

Don't get me wrong - I'm sure Disney is very accomodating. It's unfortunate some people use this as a scam. And maybe Disney just takes a hard line on the phone to discourage those not really needing it.

Luckily my son healed enough to walk on his own. But once we arrived (being more aware of the issue), I often saw people on scooters or wheelchairs in the regular lines.

However, I'm glad those of you that did need it got some priority access.

[ 06-17-2006, 09:26 AM: Message edited by: JHB ]

I went to Disney with my Mother in a cast. This is one time when an injured family member is good. Disney is great with families that have injured or handicap people. The entire party gets to use the handicap enterance and for some reason they put you right on the ride. So, make sure you visit guest relations and use one of there wheelchairs. You'll need it! Have fun.

I'm with Crew Chief. I grew up going to Disney pretty often since my father's company had yearly meetings there. As the years went by, (my mom had been diagnosed with MS and eventually needed a wheelchair) we were always able to call ahead to make accommodations for everything from the airport to her favorite rides and back again. Let me tell you, each and every time the Disney crew was WONDERFUL! Above and beyond the call of duty. Give them the head's up and they'll do their best!