If you find yourself looking for a way to cool off from the hot sun, Disney has some great bar locations to visit. My two favorite places to get a drink are:
- The Rose and Crown (England in EPCOT)
- The Tune-In Lounge (Disney's Hollywood Studios)
EPCOT offers endless options for drinks in the countries of the World Showcase. There are many outdoor carts that offer delicious drinks from their part of the world. My favorites are strawberry margaritas in Mexico and the Grand Marnier Lemon Slush in France.
In addition to the bars at the two water parks, Disney's Animal Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT, all of the Disney resorts also have wonderful lounges or pool bars. There is nothing more relaxing than a nice cold drink at the pool after a hot day in the park.
Downtown Disney also offers a lot of fun opportunities for adults, with tons of choices such as a tequila bar, Irish pub and a margarita stand. You are sure to find endless choices for how to end your evening!
June 16, 2011
June 12, 2011
Tips for visiting Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon is a wonderful way to spend one of those hot Florida summer days. Similar to the theme parks, there are a few simple tips that will make your day at the park much more enjoyable.
- Be sure to arrive early. Although the park does not get near as busy as say the Magic Kingdom, it does still get long lines and crowds. By arriving early, you will be able to visit a few of the more popular attractions, and get a good lounge area, before it gets too crowded.
- If it seems like most of the lounge chairs are taken, try to find a spot on the beach near Crush 'n' Gusher, it is always fairly quiet over there and there are a ton of extra chairs.
- Be sure to rent a locker when you enter the park. Its great to not worry about your valuables, clothes and money while you are out enjoying the park. Also, when you return your key at the end of the day, you get part of your deposit back!
- If you want to keep your money with you, purchase one of Disney's water park money holders. They keep your money and credit cards dry, and you can just wear it around your neck on all of the slides.
- It is very common for it to thunderstorm in early afternoon in Florida, even on a perfectly sunny day. If you are at the water park when it starts to storm, you have a few options. If the storm looks like it will be over with shortly, it can be a good idea to remain in the park and take cover. Many guests leave as soon as it starts to rain, and then when the storm clears the lines for the slides are almost empty. If you want to leave the park when it rains, remember that you can get a rain ticket that allows you to visit Typhoon Lagoon on another day. This only works if you have been in the park for less than three hours.
- Some simple tips for enjoying the weather: Make sure to drink lots of water, apply sunscreen frequently and wear flip flops around the park to avoid burning the bottoms of your feet.
- Be sure to arrive early. Although the park does not get near as busy as say the Magic Kingdom, it does still get long lines and crowds. By arriving early, you will be able to visit a few of the more popular attractions, and get a good lounge area, before it gets too crowded.
- If it seems like most of the lounge chairs are taken, try to find a spot on the beach near Crush 'n' Gusher, it is always fairly quiet over there and there are a ton of extra chairs.
- Be sure to rent a locker when you enter the park. Its great to not worry about your valuables, clothes and money while you are out enjoying the park. Also, when you return your key at the end of the day, you get part of your deposit back!
- If you want to keep your money with you, purchase one of Disney's water park money holders. They keep your money and credit cards dry, and you can just wear it around your neck on all of the slides.
- It is very common for it to thunderstorm in early afternoon in Florida, even on a perfectly sunny day. If you are at the water park when it starts to storm, you have a few options. If the storm looks like it will be over with shortly, it can be a good idea to remain in the park and take cover. Many guests leave as soon as it starts to rain, and then when the storm clears the lines for the slides are almost empty. If you want to leave the park when it rains, remember that you can get a rain ticket that allows you to visit Typhoon Lagoon on another day. This only works if you have been in the park for less than three hours.
- Some simple tips for enjoying the weather: Make sure to drink lots of water, apply sunscreen frequently and wear flip flops around the park to avoid burning the bottoms of your feet.
The Shark Reef at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
One of my favorite experiences is located at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon water park, called Shark Reef. It allows guests to snorkel with live tropical fish, and even sharks! The Shark Reef is located in the back right corner of the water park and upon arriving you will be given a mask, snorkel and life jacket (optional). You will then wait in a short line, waiting to be briefed with safety information. The cast members will show you how to use your mask and snorkel, as well as give a few facts about the tank you will be snorkeling in.
Some of the most important facts to note about swimming in the Shark Reef is that you are not allowed to kick your feet when swimming to prevent harm to the fish. Make sure that you are very comfortable with floating and using just your arms to swim before you begin. I prefer to use a life jacket just because it is so easy to relax and float around.
Also note that the water is very cold in comparison to the rest of water at the park, and it is also salt water.
There are lifeguards on duty, but please make sure that your children or anyone else, is very confident with swimming, breathing through the snorkel and with seeing live animals underwater. I have frequently seen kids start screaming underwater when they see the sharks, so make sure they are prepared. It is an amazing thing to see, if you know what to expect.
My number one tip for visiting the Shark Reef is to take your time! Many people feel they have to just paddle right through the tank and miss a lot of opportunities to interact with the fish. You do need to keep swimming somewhat in a forward direction, but you can stop and look at fish and explore a little. Look around you while you are swimming and follow the fish, because sometimes they are all in a huge group on one side, and you don't want to miss that!
Some of the most important facts to note about swimming in the Shark Reef is that you are not allowed to kick your feet when swimming to prevent harm to the fish. Make sure that you are very comfortable with floating and using just your arms to swim before you begin. I prefer to use a life jacket just because it is so easy to relax and float around.
Also note that the water is very cold in comparison to the rest of water at the park, and it is also salt water.
There are lifeguards on duty, but please make sure that your children or anyone else, is very confident with swimming, breathing through the snorkel and with seeing live animals underwater. I have frequently seen kids start screaming underwater when they see the sharks, so make sure they are prepared. It is an amazing thing to see, if you know what to expect.
My number one tip for visiting the Shark Reef is to take your time! Many people feel they have to just paddle right through the tank and miss a lot of opportunities to interact with the fish. You do need to keep swimming somewhat in a forward direction, but you can stop and look at fish and explore a little. Look around you while you are swimming and follow the fish, because sometimes they are all in a huge group on one side, and you don't want to miss that!
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