Conclusions, Park Rankings
I really did enjoy my trip to Disney World. It’s where I like to go for vacation and I had a pretty good time. It’s still not what it used to be, but I’m hopeful that it will see a return to form very soon.
I’d say it’s important to manage your expectations if you’re going to go. I know many of us plan very hard for that perfect Disney vacation, but that’s just not going to happen right now. There’s just too many unknowns and many of the things that I love aren’t available right now.
I’d say go in with an open mind and just try to relax.
Disney’s Riviera Resort was great and I’m glad to be a DVC owner there. The resort itself is really pretty and I love all of the amenities. Hopefully I’ll be able to get into Topolino’s in September. The Skyliner situation was bad, but hopefully that should
My celebrity sighting was kind of weird. I’m still not sure who the young lady is or what she does, but all I know is that she likes very large bows and has a tall girlfriend. Honestly, I thought the girlfriend was the celebrity.
Park Rankings
1) Magic Kingdom: I’d say that Magic Kingdom is the best right now and it’s probably closest to being back to normal. There were heavy crowds, but the lines were mostly manageable. There was also lots of places to get snacks and I like the mini parades. However, there is a lack of good quick service options.
2) Animal Kingdom: I wasn’t quite sure what to put in the number two spot, but I gave the edge to Animal Kingdom. It may be because it’s my favorite park and it may be because of the animals, but it’s still a really good time. Some of the lines can get pretty nuts, but that seemed to be only during certain points if the day. It also has really good food.
3) Epcot: I almost put this at number 2, but the park is still a bit of a construction zone. It still did better than it had any right to given the situation, but it has the best food and entertainment in Disney World right now. The Skyliner also really sucked this trip, so that didn’t help either.
4) Disney’s Hollywood Studios: What’s crazy is that DHS is the most complete park right now, but it’s also the worst. The postage stamp park is great in normal times, but the restrictions made the crowds pretty unbearable. It’s also nearly impossible to get a boarding group for Rise. This park is probably best for the first two hours and last three hours. Hopefully entertainment and stuff comes back soon because they desperately need it.
Conclusion
Thanks for reading my trip report. I had a good time. I am learning how to make YouTube videos, so I may post a few dining reviews and stuff as I complete them.
I’ll be back in Disney World in September.