Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers (2011) [Paperback]

Lisa M. Battista (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2010

Planning your trip to Walt Disney World with preschoolers has never been easier.

Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers has all the information parents need to plan an unforgettable Walt Disney World vacation with kids, ages 2-5. Written by a mom and Disney veteran who regularly visits Walt Disney World with her young family, this Walt Disney World travel guide is packed with child-focused information, tips, and insights from a parent's perspective. Its focus on the unique needs of preschoolers and their parents sets Beyond the Attractions apart from other guides.

Author Lisa M. Battista includes all the up-to-date details on toddler- and preschooler-friendly attractions, recreation, lodging, and dining in Beyond the Attractions, but goes well beyond the shows, rides, resorts, and food to consider the logistical challenges that are part of traveling with small kids. Learn about family-friendly services at Walt Disney World such as stroller rentals, Baby Care Centers, and child-care options that will enhance your visit and the memories of your Walt Disney World vacation.

Find more preschooler-focused information in this guidebook including must-do attractions for toddlers and preschoolers; attraction elements that may scare small kids; best attractions for the little daredevils in your family; attractions the whole family can enjoy together; hidden activities when your kids need a break; ideas to keep the kids entertained while waiting in line; descriptions of each Walt Disney World resort; safety tips for your vacation; preschooler packing list and vacation planning timeline; maps showing the locations of preschooler-friendly attractions in Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Save hours of research planning a Walt Disney World vacation that is perfect for your family with this easy-to-read, concise, yet complete Disney World travel guide.

Product Details

• Paperback: 196 pages
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (October 1, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1453640398
• ISBN-13: 978-1453640395
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #961,238 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #92 in Books > Travel > United States > Florida > Disney World

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good guide to traveling to WDW with young kids September 28, 2010

By Lauren A. VINE™ VOICE

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

Beyond the attractions is NOT a stand alone Disney Guide - nor does it claim to be one (unlike the Fodor's Walt Disney World with Kids guide). Instead, it gives tips and ideas for how to plan a pleasant WDW vacation with little ones. The author does go through the attractions - but mainly the ones that would be good for this age group and the ones that sound appealing for this age group, but aren't really a good idea. The author's tips range from packing tips, to potty tips, to how to plan your day, to which resorts are good for little ones, to which restaurants might me appealing. But she doesn't tell you about every single restaurant or ride. She also leaves out water parks, as those really aren't necessary for little ones. She doesn't include Universal either. Her focus is on what works for ages 3-5 and her view (and I concur) is that all of that other stuff is just extra for that age group.

I think her guide is very useful. I wish I had it when I took my first WDW trip with my then 3 year old and then 4 year old. I purchased this book as I plan my next trip, this time with a preschooler and a Kindergartner (and a baby). I think that this Guide plus the Unofficial Guide (for information purposes, not really for touring plans - it's too commando style) are perfect for trip planning for kids in this age group. If you're contemplating the Fodor's Guide, honestly, this is a better bet. The Fodor's Guide also isn't a great all inclusive and the organization is terrible. This guide is better organized and more useful overall.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Must have resource for families with young children January 16, 2011

By Sharon Hildebrandt-Tonnies

Format:Paperback

I LOVE this book! I actually bought it last year in preparation for our 2011 trip with our 4 year old twin boys. It's been my go-to, #1 resource for everything Disney. My book is all highlighted and bent up because I have read through it so many times. This book is a "must have" for families with children 5 and under.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond the Attractions: A Guide to Walt Disney World with Preschoolers (2011) March 9, 2011

By alaska1045

Format:Paperback

Lisa has done an absolutely fabulous job on her Beyond the Attraction book! This book will help you if you are a veteran Disney goer or a first-timer! Beyond the Attractions shares many secrets that will help you create a more relaxing and more fulfilling vacation experience. Purchase this book for the hidden treasures, entertainment and descriptions that will make you wish you were in Disney World right THEN!