Birnbaum's Walt Disney World 2004 (Paperback)

~ Birnbaum (Author) "The key to a fabulous vacation at Walt Disney World is advance planning..." (more)
Key Phrases: Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World, Downtown Disney (more...)

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Product Description

The most respected and well-known name in travel guidebooks provides readers with the most up-to-date coverage of the world's most popular tourist attraction. Highlights of the 2004 edition include the lowdown on Disney's latest blockbuster attraction, Mission: SPACE, and the scoop on the World's newest lodging facility, the deluxe Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa. Also new is a section called "Daredevil Disney"-which is a detailed listing of exciting endeavors to enjoy outside the theme parks, but withing the borders of Walt Disney World. This new edition also includes new park-hopping strategies; an expanded section addressing the needs of those traveling with children; customized travel tips for teenagers, international travelers, and guests with disabilities; all the insider info about stage shows, parades, and nighttime spectaculars; a comprehensive character meal chart to help guests pick their favorite dining spots; and more color photos than ever before.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Disney Editions (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786854138
• ISBN-13: 978-0786854134
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #771,383 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book., October 29, 2003

A Kid's Review

I thought this was an amazing book. Now, I don't say that just because I love anything that has to do with Disney, but I truly think that it is very helpful. I own the 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 editions, and after reading them I have come to one conclusion, they aren't the best guide if this is your first time going to Walt Disney World. The book is published by Disney Enerprises, so it says everything in the park is amazing. If it is you first time, I would suggest a book that is not published by Disney, such as Frommers or the Unofficial Guide, because they rate the rides and attractions. Ohter than that, this book is the one for you. It can tell you some of the inside facts that ones that are not published by Disney can't. This guide is fully illistrated, so children can enjoy it also. That is my book review, I hope I didn't bore you to death.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I have an older edition, but you MUST have this Guide, September 25, 2003

By	KKbooklover (Milwaukee, WI) - See all my reviews

I agree this is an absolute necessity for any Disney World vacation. It has terrific tips on what days each park is the busiest and sample itineraries for people with kids in different age groups. It is also great because it gave us information on character dining, which was so great both times we have gone to Disney. I took this book along with us so that we would have important phone numbers while we were on our trip, and it has maps of the parks. That was nice when we left ours behind somewhere. We would not have known about several things like character dining and how Fast Pass works without reading this book first. Don't leave without having read this book!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for a Trip to Walt Disney World, January 14, 2004

By	Charles Edwards (Frankfort, Kentucky USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is the most informative book on the market for persons about to journey to Walt Disney World. It is absolutely essential if you want to approach your WDW vacation with knowledge enough to make the most of it. My advice is to purchase the most recent edition, as it is updated each year to include new attractions, and there are always new attractions. The book is filled with information about hotels, restaurants, amusement parks, and attractions throughout the entire Disney property. I have made about 25 trips to WDW, and I buy a new one each year I go so that my information is current. Well worth the reasonable price.