Walt Disney World: The EZ Fun Way to Plan Your Vacation!

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You've Found the Answer to Your Walt Disney World Questions

Tired of searching the web to find the "just the right" information about Walt Disney World? Wouldn't you like an easier way to plan your Disney World vacation? The EZ Fun Guide™ to Walt Disney World® was designed just for people like you who prefer their travel info short, sweet and to the point! Easy-to-read maps instead of long pages or text. Fun-to-use checklists and planning sheets. Exactly what you need to plan your dream vacation to Walt Disney World.

A vacation at Disney World is a major investment of time and money -- and hopes and dreams! Yet, over the years, I have seen so many many families who are not prepared. My guess is that you know why. It just takes so much time!

Free Vacation Planning Tutorial 

Looking for an easy way to plan your Disney World vacation?

All you have to do is sign up for my Disney World vacation planning tutorial. Every day for one week, you will receive a short email message with the most important information you need to plan your vacation. Then once a week, we'll send you the latest news and tips about Disney World.

All for FREE! No obligation. No wasted time. Just the basics delivered right to your inbox. We'll never share your information with anyone -- Cross our hearts!

To sign up for the EZ Fun Guide to Walt Disney World FREE vacation planning tutorial delivered to your email inbox, send an email message to ezdisneyworld@getresponse.com. You'll receive a confirmation email. When you click on the confirmation link, you'll immediate get the first "lesson."

WDW Tip Blog 

Latest vacation tips from the EZ Fun Guide

I publish a new Disney World vacation tip every day on the EZ Fun Guide to Walt Disney World web site! Here are the latest additions.

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Buy from Amazon 

Here are my favorite Disney World books from Amazon.

EZ Fun Guide to Walt Disney World 2007: Year of a Million Dreams Special Edition

This is the printed version of the EZ Fun Guide. It includes the 34 unique, color-coded EZ Fun Maps that cover all of the Walt Disney World Resort and complete planning information, with the innovative EZ Fun Sheets that guide you through planning your entire vacation. Because we just launched the book, Amazon is taking orders now for future shipping.

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Amazon Price: (as of 07/13/2009) Buy Now

Making Walt Disney World Vacation Memories 2006

My friends Dann and Josh work extensively with Aronda to create this book. What makes it different from other travel guides is that everything is told through stories from Disney guests. This gives a very personal touch to the book. Great reading even when you get back from your vacation!

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Amazon Price: $21.95 (as of 07/13/2009) Buy Now

EZ Fun Maps 

A picture is worth a thousand words!

So what makes the EZ Fun Guide to Walt Disney World different from other Disney travel guides? EZ Fun Maps!

EZ Fun Guide: Disney World overview map.

EZ Fun Maps are color-coded descriptive maps that portray the major theme parks, water parks and other selected locations. Each EZ Fun Map page is a diagram of one area of the theme park that shows where everything is located, with a short description of each attraction, restaurant, shop and other features. That means you don't have to flip back and forth between the map page and a description somewhere else in the book as in other travel guides. Here's a list of the EZ Fun Maps:

  • Magic Kingdom: Overview (sample below), Main Street USA, Adventureland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Fantasyland, Mickey's Toontown Fair, Tomorrowland.

    EZ Fun Guide: Magic Kingdom
  • Epcot: Overview, Future World (sample below, two pages), World Showcase (four pages)

    EZ Fun Guide: Epcot Future World.
  • Disney-MGM Studios: Overview, Hollywood Boulevard (sample below), Echo Lake and Commissary Lane (sample below), Streets of America, Mickey Avenue and Animation Courtyard, Sunset Boulevard

    EZ Fun Guide: Disney-MGM Studios.
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom: Overview, Oasis and Discovery Island, Camp Minnie-Mickey, Africa and Rafiki's Planet Watch (sample below), Asia (sample below), DinoLand USA

    EZ Fun Guide: Disney's Animal Kingdom.
  • Water Parks: Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon
  • Downtown Disney: West End, Pleasure Island, Marketplace
  • Wide World of Sports

The EZ - and Fast - Way to Start Planning 

You could be reading the complete EZ Fun Guide to Walt Disney World in five minutes!

You can read the EZ Fun Guide as an Adobe PDF file that is available right here for a very modest price.




When you click on the link above, the browser will open a new window where you can place your order. After completing your purchase, you will receive instructions immediately on how to download your book. Cool, eh? Your purchase is 100 percent guaranteed. If you are not satisfied for any reason, please email me and your payment will be cheerfully refunded!

Recreation, Resort Hotels and More 

Some information does not fit well into the EZ Fun Maps. That info is presented in checklists and tables, so you can easily find the information that you need.
  • Recreation: Tours and Adventures, Golf, Water Sports and Cruises, Spas and Fitness, And Even More!, Free Activities (sample below)

    EZ Fun Guide: Free Activities.
  • Resort Hotels: Overview information, resort categories, and a separate page for each of the 24 resorts (All Star Music and Movies sample shown)

    EZ Fun Guide: All Star Movies and Music.
  • Food and Dining: Restaurant categories, food and dining options, dining programs, and tables listing all restaurants
  • Souvenirs and Shopping: Planning for souvenir shopping, sample prices for many different types of souvenirs
  • Travel and Transportation: How to get to Orlando, airline information, driving information, how to get from the airport to Disney World, transportation within Disney World

EZ Fun Sheets 

Easy-to-Use Vacation Planner

The final chapter is the EZ Fun Vacation Planner, a series of planning pages called EZ Fun Sheets. Using what you have learned in earlier chapters, you and your family can easily plan your theme park visits and other recreation, select your resort hotel, plan your meals and budget for your vacation. Unlike other travel guides, this won't be a generic plan. Your vacation plan will be customized for you!

EZ Fun Guide: Vacation Planner introduction.

Here is a list of the EZ Fun Sheets:
  1. Our Perfect Disney World Vacation
  2. Our Disney World Vacation Priorities
  3. When to Go
  4. Theme Park Planning
  5. Getting There
  6. Deciding on Our Resort
  7. Resort Discounts and Reservations
  8. Selecting Our Tickets
  9. Recreation
  10. Food and Dining
  11. Souvenirs and Other Expenses
  12. Our Disney World Vacation Plan - Budget and Schedule (sample below)

    EZ Fun Guide: EZ Fun Sheet 12 Vacation Plan Schedule.

Other Disney World Stuff on Amazon 

Here are some other cool items from Amazon.com. Get in the mood for your Disney World vacation, or share your memories!

Disney's Happiest Celebration on Earth

CD of music from the Disney Theme Parks. Imagine that you are there while listening to this music -- Pirates of the Caribbean, Splash Mountain and Space Mountain are my favorites!

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Amazon Price: $14.99 (as of 07/13/2009) Buy Now

Modern Marvels - Walt Disney World (History Channel)

Excellent program from the History Channel. A must have for any Disney fan who loves the theme parks -- in fact, it's great from anyone interested in modern culture. I can't say enough great things about this program.

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Imagineering Field Guide to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, The

Terrific little book that will make your vacation planning even more fun! Small enough to carry with you in the park.

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Imagineering Field Guide to Epcot at Walt Disney World, The

The book is great for everyone who loves Epcot - and even for those who don't quite get what Epcot is about. Wonderful book that will help you enjoy your Epcot visit!

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Unique Souvenirs 

If you're planning a trip to Disney World -- or want to relive your WDW vacation -- these are original designs that you won't find anywhere else.

"Laughing Place" Yellow T-Shirt

Bright and cheerful - What a perfect way to celebrate your love of Disney World! (And let everyone know that you're planning a vacation to Disney World.)

Bright and cheerful - What a perfect way to celebrate your love of Disney World!

Price: 14.99Buy Now

"I Splashed" T-shirt

Splash Mountain is my favorite place on earth! Here's my special t-shirt to celebrate surviving the plunge with Brer Rabbit.

Value T-shirt with fun logo commemorating a favorite attraction

Price: 12.99Buy Now

"Laughing Place" Tote Bag

I love tote bags. What better way to stay in the Disney World spirit than carrying a Laughing Place bag every day!

Perfect for carrying your planning books, change of clothes, and more.

Price: 15.99Buy Now

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Order Direct from the Author/Publisher 

Support an independent publisher!

You can also order the EZ Fun Guide direct from the author/publisher. (That's me in the photo.)

Order direct from the Publisher

We use a production technique that allows us to update the book on a daily basis. Yes, that means we're using print-on-demand. That's good news for you, because you can be assured that everything you read is the most current information. That also tells you that we are an independent publisher, not tied to "big dogs" who tell us how to write or run our business.

Your purchase is 100 percent guaranteed. If you are not satisfied for any reason, please email me and your payment will be cheerfully refunded!

Take a Look Inside 

Using the EZ Fun Guide to learn about the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom and everything else at Walt Disney World is as natural and magical as walking through the parks. Take a look in the EZ Fun Guide! Click the corners (or click and drag a corner or the side of the page) to flip through all 166 pages.

To order the EZ Fun Guide to Walt Disney World® eBook (PDF file that can be downloaded immediately) for $7.50, click this PayPal link. (If you don't have a PayPal account, you can pay with a credit card.)

Your Disney Memories or Wishes 

Or how you can get a free copy of the EZ Fun Guide eBook!

Here's the question: The Year of a Million Dreams at Disney Parks begins October 1, 2006. What is your "Disney World Dream"? Something big? Something small? Be one of the first five to share your dream, and you will receive a free eBook copy of the EZ Fun Guide.

(This is an experiment with the Guestbook. After you post a comment, I will contact you through your lensmaster's page. To send a download link, I'll need your email address so expect me to ask!)

Lensmaster

Serina Cooper wrote

My dream is to be able to take my kids to Disney every year .. there's so much for them to do and as they grow our experiences change so I know we'd never get bored of being able to go so often!
ryansmom_99@hotmail.com

Reply Posted March 26, 2007

Lensmaster

Barrie wrote

One of the dreams Disney is granting is a membership to Disney Vacation Club. That's my dream! I love sharing my membership with my friends and family. Another 220 points would go a long way in fulfilling their dreams!

Reply Posted November 15, 2006

Using a Travel Agent 

Using a travel agent can make planning your vacation very easy! The key is to find an agent who thoroughly knows about Walt Disney World. Here is my recommendation.
Dream Come True Vacations
This travel agency is run by my friend Joe Raube. He and his wife, Mary, are so helpful and friendly that you'll be amazed at how easy it is plan your vacation. I was so impressed with how they operate their business that they are teaching me how to be a travel agent. While I'm learning (hey, even after I start my own travel service), Joe and Mary are an excellent agency to use to plan your perfect WDW vacation!

About Those eBooks that Promise Savings 

Be sure of what you are getting

As you browse the web, you will probably find advertisements and web pages that promise to save you hundreds or thousands on your vacation. Please be aware of what these books are offering. Most of the supposed "secret tips" are readily available and are not so secret. They will tell you about the Disney Dining Plan (which can save money but isn't for everyone), supposed "secret" discount codes that are publicized on Disney's own web site, and basic ideas such carrying your own food into the theme parks or staying offsite.

The one "secret tip" that might be valid is to rent Disney Vacation Club points instead of paying regular rates at a Deluxe Resort. You can read more right here on Squidoo at Barrie's Disney World Resorts for Less.

The best savings strategy is to take the time to learn about Disney World and plan your vacation well in advance. By knowing your options for resort hotels, tickets, dining and shopping, you will make smart decisions about your vacation - and have the best vacation possible for any budget!

Just So You Know... 

This lens and the EZ Fun Guide to Walt Disney World (both the website and the book) are independent publications and not associated in any way with the Walt Disney World Resort or the Disney Company. This information is presented to help you enjoy the best possible WDW vacation. Everything has been personally researched and verified. Disney does change things up regularly, so verify important information before traveling. If you have any suggestions for improving this lens, please contact me by clicking on the "Contact Lensmaster" link under my photo above.