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The Disney Queue Line Survival Guidebook

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What in the world were Lou Mongelo and Steven Barrett thinking when they endorsed this book? I have books by both of those guys, and they are good books. But thanks to them, I wasted twenty bucks on this queue line book. The premise of this book is just stupid. Like anyone is going to carry this heavy book (almost 400 pages!!) around Disney World so they can be told to look around at the great themes and details in the queue lines. Duh. That's why we go to Disney -- because they even entertain us everywhere -- even in the queue lines.

It was in bad taste for the author to explain how you can legally jump ahead in the line at the Haunted Mansion. She says that when the cast member says that the guests should fill in all available places, that most guests hang back. Yes, that;'s right -- because they want to make sure the people ahead of them have the chance to move forward first. They are being polite. The author suggests that you take advantage of their hesitation and charge ahead to the front of the line. Not nice. I hate it when people do this kind of thing at Disney World -- so it is frustrating to see this author recommending it.

And the idea of having non-Disney trivia in the book is a waste of space. Here is a typical question: What is the most common trash item found on the world's beaches. A. Aluminum cans B. Plastic drink bottles C. Cigarette filters. Okay, the idea of pollution is important, and I'm willing to listen to Disney tell me abou it during an attraction at Epoct, but to carry around a book of questions like this on a vacation? I don't think so.

I mostly like to buy every Disney World book that comes out. I wish I had saved my money on this one. It has information for special needs guests, but if you need that information, you should be buying Deb Will's book from the Passporter publisher.

Consider yourself warned.

The Disney Queue Line Survival Guidebook is a great way to reduce the boredom of standing in lines waiting for Disney attractions. I've visited Disney theme parks many times and I hate just standing in line with nothing to do, especially the lines that are 45-60 minutes for the top attractions.

This book has lots of activities to pass the time, and they aren't all Disney related. There's a lot of general trivia questions and other activities about animals and the environment and pop culture and lots of other topics. The activities are for everyone, not just Disney fans who seem to know so much about every bit of Disney history. There are even a couple of fun scavenger hunts to do in the parks, which creates an added way to enjoy the Magic Kingdom and Epcot.

Along with activities, the book has general information about every attraction and show, so you don't have to carry an additional guidebook with you around the parks. If you've done all of your pre-trip planning and booked your hotel room and made dining reservations, then this is the only guidebook you will need while enjoying the rides in Disney's theme parks.

One thing almost every visitor to Walt Disney World dreads is standing in line. The Disney Queue Line Survival Guidebook by Kimberly Button is a delightful new way to turn waiting time into fun time.

Yes, this is a guidebook. It is broken down by theme park and gives an overview of every attraction and show. It will tell you which attractions have FastPass available or height restrictions. There are excellent helpful hints and things to be aware of identified for each attraction. Each park has a section of other things to see and do. But there is so much more, and that is what truly sets this book apart.

Enter the survival part of the title. For each attraction, show, and anything else you might have to wait for, there are puzzles, trivia questions, and games to play, all related to the line you are stuck in. The puzzles and games include word searches, matching, fill-in-the-blanks, scrambled words, scavenger and hidden Mickey hunts. The trivia questions are not exclusively Disney (although they always relate to the theme of the attraction you are waiting for), which is nice for those in your party who may not be Disney Fanatics, and they are not all geared towards children. There is a good mix of levels and Disney vs. not Disney questions for each section, so the whole family can play along. There are also "general" sections good for when you are waiting for the parades and fireworks shows, and a special section of tips and games for character meet and greets.

For all but the most frequent park-goers, I definitely recommend this book be a part of your Walt Disney World vacation planning, and tossed in the backpack you carry to the parks. It will help you pass the time waiting for just about anything, as well as give you plenty of advice on how to avoid those waits in the first place, and make sure you know just what it is you are waiting for anyway!

Former Walt Disney World and Disney Cruise Line member Kimberly Button presents The Disney Queue Line Survival Guidebook, a handy guide for vacationers that distinguishes itself with a host of activities to counter boredom while waiting in line at the Walt Disney World resort. Trivia questions, suggested scavenger hunts, word finds and more pepper this matter-of-fact guide with tips for safety and courtesy while exploring Disney World or interacting with costumed characters (for example, many costumes limit hand mobility so it's important to bring a big, easy-to-use pen if asking for an autograph). Different attractions are described at length, with specific advice for each, and attractions that typically do not require a waiting period are highlighted. Black-and-white maps for easy navigation round out this "must-have" guide especially for vacationing families with small children.

Great book! Used it while in Disney's theme parks and really helped pass the time. Didn't dread waiting in line like I usually do. Highly Recommend!

Great idea for a book! Loved this new twist on a Disney guidebook. The trivia questions and word puzzles and other stuff to do was really fun. I even started enjoying all of the activities in the car before I ever got to the parks. Definite must-have if you're visiting Disney during the more crowded times, which seems to be all the time now. Highly recommend!