fav5 Reasons for a Holiday Visit

August 11th, 2009 | Author: greye

#4 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Yes, the holidays are a festive time throughout Walt Disney World, but there’s something special about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Maybe it’s the breathtaking spectacle of the Castle Dream Lights which debuts on the first party night. Perhaps it’s the Christmas Parade which seems so much more special when seen at night. Was the old parade better? It sure was; but many of the best bits have made the cut: the toy soldiers, everyone’s all time favorite; the skating snowflakes; the gingerbread men.

The fireworks are certainly at their most spectacular in Holiday Wishes which concludes with a jaw-dropping finale that surrounds the park. There’s snow, of course, on Main Street U.S.A., lights in fanciful holiday shapes wash the buildings with color, and the hot cocoa and cookies are a welcome treat. The landscape glows in red and green, the cast members sport seasonal costumes; it just feels like Christmas.

Here are a few tips for getting the most out of the Party:

The weather can be very unpredictable at this time of year so be prepared for anything from warm to wintry.

The Party is generally less crowded on the earlier dates and on weekdays, but guests won’t experience the crush of the daytime crowds.

Plan on a very early evening meal in the Magic Kingdom or at one of the nearby resorts.

Confirm the time for the Castle Dream Lights presentation and find your viewing spot early. Although a lot of the action takes place on stage and in the castle balcony just above, the real show is the spectacular lighting of the entire castle, which can be seen from many areas around the Magic Kingdom.