Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies 2003 [Paperback]

Jim Tunstall (Author), Cynthia Tunstall (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 15, 2002 | Series: Dummies Travel

More visitors flock to Disney each year than to any other spot on earth, with new theme parks and hotels sprouting up every season. This complete guide helps singles and families, the young, and the young at heart navigate this perennially popular fantasy mecca. Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies includes:

• Full coverage of all Orlando-area parks, from Disney and Islands of Adventure to Discovery Cove and the new Holy Land Experience
• Savvy, time-saving tips on how to escape the endless lines and go straight to the major attractions
• Candid opinions about what's a can't miss and what's a waste of time
• An honest discussion of the pros and cons of booking accommodations inside or outside the parks -- plus the latest on Disney's new on-site resort, the Animal Kingdom Lodge, and Universal's new Hard Rock Hotel

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Your insider’s guide to the best places and prices

Plan a fun-filled trip to Orlando and Disney World!

Orlando is the world’s #1 vacation destination. But where to begin? Relax! This newly updated and easy-to-understand guide gives you the scoop on all the Orlando-area theme parks, from Disney and Universal Orlando to SeaWorld and Discovery Cove. Have a blast!

Discover:

• Down-to-earth trip-planning advice
• What you shouldn’t miss – and what you can skip
• The best restaurants and hotels for every budget
• Lots of detailed maps

About the Author

Jim and Cynthia Tunstall are the experts behind this guide.
Jim has been an editor and writer for The Tampa Tribune since 1978. Cynthia is a freelance writer and photographer whose work has appeared in Better Homes & Gardens, Elegant Bride, Sky, and the Washington Post, among others. Together, they've authored seven travel guides, including Frommer's Walt Disney World & Orlando 2003 and Florida For Dummies. They also contribute to Frommer's Florida and Frommer's Florida from $70 a Day.
The Tunstalls are native Floridians who live in Lecanto - a radar blip that's 70 miles west of the Magic Mickey. They share space with two horses, three dogs, two cats, a parrot, and a lot of cranky wildlife, including a gopher tortoise named Ike. Sometimes their rancho gets a little crowded.

Product Details

• Paperback: 408 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; Revised edition (October 15, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764554441
• ISBN-13: 978-0764554445
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,602,034 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars We didn't miss a thing!, February 14, 2002

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This review is from: Walt Disney World & Orlando for Dummies 2002 (Paperback)

We took this book on our return trip to Disney. We hadn't been there in 6 yrs and didn't want to miss anything that was added since our last trip. This book was great! It had information on everything from how to get there, where to stay,getting familiar with the area, dining out, all about Disney, exploring the rest of Orlando, and Orlando nightlife. It finishes up with 2 top ten lists, "Top ten cheap alternatives to the parks." and "Top ten fitness activities". It had an adult review and a child's review of everything. It had several game plans for seeing everything you want to see, including how to take advantage of fastpasses and what were the peak times in each part of the parks, restaurant reviews and prices, everything. It wasn't just a book about Disney. When we say it had everything, we mean it! We highly recommend this book for getting the most out of your vacation to Florida.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Phonomenally helpful - an asset to anyone travelling to WDW!, October 1, 2002

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duane (Toronto) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies 2003 (Paperback)

Jim and Cynthia did an absolutely fantastic job on this publication. I have read many reviews and help books and this one is, hands down, the best one ever. The writing style is phonomenal as well as it provides much insight on Florida, Disney, attractions......anything you want to know is in this book in a very in-depth, easy-to-follow, and fun manner.

An asset to any traveller, Disney fanatic, travel researcher...this book has endless uses.

I would highly recommend this book to everyone and everyone whether you are travelling or not.

Fantastic! 10/10

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect companion for any size trip, October 1, 2002

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This review is from: Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies 2003 (Paperback)

Living only two hours away from Disney, we visit the Orlando area attractions several times a year, so this book is the perfect companion for getting the most out of each trip. Not only does it include the most up-to-date information on the Magic Kingdom, it also covers Animal Kingdom, Universal Studios, Epcot -- even the non-Disney parks and nightlife and dining. (After all, the trip isn't just for the kids!) The writing is easy to read, entertaining and clear, too. A definite must for anyone planning a daytrip, a weeklong vacation or a monthlong holiday.