From: Ed.Sterrett@f166.n363.z1.fidonet.org (Ed Sterrett)
Newsgroups: rec.arts.disney
Subject: Re:Wdw Neophyte
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 92 22:41:06 PDT
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Hi Kenan,
      
 KA> Please advise as to which guide book is best for purchase for WDW?  I'll 
 
 
I'd suggest Birnbaum's Guide to Walt Disney World. The new edition hit 
the shelves last week, I believe.
 
 KA> there during December 17-23.  Any advice about WDW during this period?  
 KA> Special events, crowds, what to see in four days, etc.?
 KA> Will be staying at the Caribbean Beach Resort, and will have a rental car
 
Hit the parks first thing in the morning, start in the back and work 
towards the front. (everyone else will be doing the opposite)  <g>
  The Magic Kingdom will be closing at 6pm on the 17-18, but will be 
open until 10pm for the rest of your stay. EC will be open til 8pm on 
the 17,18th, and til 9pm the rest of your stay. The Studio will be 
open til 6pm (17,18), 7pm (Sat/Sun), and 9pm thru the 23rd.
 
  As far as special events, the Annual Candlelight Processional takes 
place in the MK on the 19th and 20th.  If you hate crowds, avoid the 
MK on these two evenings. If you have never seen this, you may want to 
give it a shot.  What it consists of is a processional (beginning in 
Frontierland) of massed choirs singing Christmas carols. They proceed 
along the parade route in reverse, ending up in Town Square.  There, a 
special performance of Christmas music, and a reading of the Christmas 
Story from Scripture by a well-known celebrity.  Just who the 
celebrity is has not yet been announced, and probably won't be until a 
few days prior.  Past narrators have included Walter Cronkite and 
Charleton Heston.
 
  If you decide to attend, be sure to arrive early, find a good 
vantage point in Town Square, and don't move!  <g>  The processional 
begins at 7pm, and I'd suggest arriving no later than 5pm.  Really!
 
  Also..  On Friday night (18th) the Magic Kingdom will host Mickey's 
Very Merry Christmas Party.  The park will close at 6pm, and reopen 
for special ticket holders at 8pm.  Tickets may be purchased in 
advance at any of the ticket booths, but I'd suggest getting them at 
the airport Disney shop when you arrive, if you plan to attend.  It 
does sell out.  
  Don't let the fact that its so popular discourage you, tho..  one of 
the main reasons it's so popular is that attendance is limited by 
number of tickets, rather than the park capacity. This means shorter 
lines..  <g>  You'll also recieve a complimentary 4x6 family portrait 
to remember the night!  Another big plus for this party is the special 
fireworks display.  During the finale, bunkers located all around the 
MK will fill the sky with fireworks, rather than from "just behind the 
castle".  All the displays are timed and choreographed to the music, 
just as the "regular" shows are.  
 
  Staying on property will be a big bonus, especially this time of 
year.  I'd rely on the WDW Transportation system to get around 
property, unless you need to get somewhere REALLY fast.  You'll find 
everything you need (including groceries) right on property. If you 
have use of a car, you'll also have a chance to explore the Orlando 
area.  If you venture off property, try to avoid the downtown area 
between 7-9 am, and 3:30-6:30 pm..  don't ask, just avoid it..  <g>
 
 
Never thot you'd get all that with a 5 line question, didja?  
 
 You have somehow managed to pick one of the very best times of the 
year to visit us here at WDW..  Hope you enjoy yourself!
 
 
 
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