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Discover 26 amazing free activities, treats, and experiences at Disney World that don't require park tickets. From animal viewing to fireworks, samples to birthday rewards—your complete guide to free Disney magic.
Inside Disney Starlight: An Interview with Show Director Tara Anderson
Go behind the glow of Magic Kingdom's new Disney Starlight parade with Show Director Tara Anderson. Learn about the creative process, nods to past parades, and the best viewing spots for this spectacular nighttime show.
EPCOT Food and Wine Festival 2025 Game Plan: 10 Essential Tips
Master the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival with expert tips on must-try foods, crowd-beating strategies, hidden gems, and insider secrets from Disney pros and festival experts.
Disney World After Hours 2026 Guide – Is It Worth It?
Should you buy a ticket for the After Hours events at Disney World?
My Best Tips for Everything NEW at Disney World 2025: Starlight, Test Track, Beak & Barrel, and more!
My best tips and advice for everything new at Walt Disney World this year
Breaking Down 4 Major Magic Kingdom Surprises from Destination D23
VIDEO: I break down 4 huge announcements for Magic Kingdom that dropped at this year's Destination D23
Destination D23 Day 2 Recap: Villains Land Details, Castle Color Change, and More Major Updates
Destination D23 Day 2: Villains Land Architecture, Castle Color Change & Cruise Updates
Destination D23 Day 1 Recap: Carousel of Progress Gets Walt Animatronic & More Updates
Carousel of Progress is getting a major update, D23 2026 dates, and Disney is making cocktails float now.
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Welcome to Guide2WDW!
Hi, I’m James. Guide2WDW was started in 1999 by my family as a way of sharing our WDW knowledge gained over countless visits. Yes, we are those Disney nerds who visit every year and seem to know how to avoid all the lines, where to find the best food, and hidden secrets that can make for the best trip ever. Going to Disney World created some of my most cherished memories. Now as a new father, I’m discovering the joys of sharing those experiences with a new generation of Mickey Mouse fans.
Our mission with Guide2WDW is to take the advice that we would typically give to our friends and family and share it so more people can find out how to make the most of their time at Disney World.
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