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Walt Disney World Trip Planner for Families

Family resort selection, ride height, character meals, stroller and mobility logistics, Rider Switch, and booking windows.

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What this guide covers

Six to twelve months before travel

Choose dates, a Disney resort, park days and a rest day; check ride height requirements; connect family members in My Disney Experience.

Family-friendly park days

Plan early entry, stroller and Rider Switch use, Baby Care Centers, midday pool breaks, mobile meal ordering, and free ice water at quick-service counters.

Dining and Lightning Lane booking mornings

Prepare for dining reservations at the 60-day window and the applicable advance Lightning Lane purchase window before arrival.