Tips please for 1-day trip.

**WishUponAStar** · 11-20-2006

OK, as most of you know, Daniel and I are going to Tampa for Thanksgiving weekend. We decided to drive into Orlando Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, and spend the day in WDW. We want to start off in the Magic Kingdom at opening, then go to EPCOT where we are having a big family dinner at the Biergarten. IF POSSIBLE, we REALLY REALLY want to see the Osborne lights too, possibly before or after dinner. It's not the time schedule I am concerned with, as we've been able to do 2-3 parks in one day even during the busy season, we're fast with no kids. Don't ask.

Anyway, here is my concern, PARKING!!! It's been SOO long since I did a 1-dayer with a car so I need to know what is the most sensible way to park. We have annual passes & a dvc membership card if that effects parking possibilities.

So, what do you suggest? Where do we park if we are starting the day at MK, & possibly ending at EPCOT or MGM?

Cosmicwaves · 11-20-2006

I would park at Epcot. You can take the monorail over to MK easily in the morning, and if you end at MGM rather than Epcot you can take the ferry over to Epcot to get your car.

**WishUponAStar** · 11-20-2006

PS: our dinner reservation at the Biergarten is at 4:15 pm so we will have plenty of time to see the Osborne Lights after dinner (MGM closes at 8pm).

SO, what should I do about parking if I am starting out at the MK and ending at MGM?

Thank you.

**WishUponAStar** · 11-20-2006

Do I get free parking at EPCOT with my annual pass?

Cosmicwaves · 11-20-2006

According to allearsnet.com you should get free parking at all parks!

MerlinMatt · 11-20-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cosmicwaves

I would park at Epcot. You can take the monorail over to MK easily in the morning, and if you end at MGM rather than Epcot you can take the ferry over to Epcot to get your car.

I agree, assuming you can get to Epcot really early (around 7:30 ish)

If you can find a spot that's walking distance to the park, or a short tram-ride, then you can use the MR to go between MK and Epcot. I know that driving might be a little faster, but in the middle of the day, you'll be parking who knows where and you'll need to wait for a tram....

Then, at the end of the day, assuming you are at MGM, you can take a bus to Epcot (which will be relatively quick and there won't be a lot of people in line for it.). Otherwise, you can take the boat (or walk) back to Epcot for IllumiNations.

Personally, I think parking at Epcot and leaving it there provides the most flexibility.

gingita · 11-20-2006

Yes, with an annual pass, parking is included.

Don't really have any tips for you, but have a great time!

gcbdad · 11-21-2006

I think EPCOT makes the most sense being that it is in the middle of the parks that you are visiting. Hey Wish it was 39 degrees this morning in the Tampa Bay area.

Cavey · 11-21-2006

I'll add to the Epcot vote.

mickaholic4077 · 11-21-2006

I always subscribe to the parking where you'll end up at the end of the day school of thought. That's what I am going to be doing,parking at MGM on Friday,because I'm going to end the day at Fantasmic.

tigger · 11-21-2006

Park at EPCOT. Ride the Tram to the Monorail. At the TTC switch to the ferry. After MK take the Bus back to EPOCT. From EPCOT take the ferry to and from MGM. Ride the Tram back to your car (bonus points if you can get a CM to take you by van from MGM to EPCOT).

It is very easy to fit every form of Disney transportation into a one day trip

(Wishy sounds like a wonderful day. Have a good time!

)

**cinderbella** · 11-21-2006

I say park at Epcot...MK is going to be crowded (all the parks are but I imagine MK will be even more crowded than anywhere else) and then hop the monorail to MK. Even if you park at Mk you'll still have to take the monorail to the parks yadda yadda yadda..basically..i hate parking at MK.

Spend the AM at MK then head to Epcot hang out do your ADR and then head to MGM after dinner. I would wait until it's dark to do Osbourne Lights because even though it's neat all the time..as you know it's even neater after dark! Then I'd hop the bus back to Epcot and then you're done!

It's totally possible, and I know you and Dan are a lot like Dave and I in the parks..no kids..get it done or die.

catfish1999 · 11-21-2006

I have nothing to add to the above responses, but wanted to say HAVE A GREAT TIME!!!

quakercub · 11-21-2006

I thinh Epcot sounds like the best idea as well. In any case, have a great time!!!!

rlcarmichael · 11-21-2006

Park where you plan on ending up. TTC is good option too because EVERTHING goes there.

I'm guessing parking will really suck with crowds. But at least you don't have to pay with the AP.

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WishUponAStar Waiting for BLT! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: I'm right here! HI! Posts: 12,746	Tips please for 1-day trip. OK, as most of you know, Daniel and I are going to Tampa for Thanksgiving weekend. We decided to drive into Orlando Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, and spend the day in WDW. We want to start off in the Magic Kingdom at opening, then go to EPCOT where we are having a big family dinner at the Biergarten. IF POSSIBLE, we REALLY REALLY want to see the Osborne lights too, possibly before or after dinner. It's not the time schedule I am concerned with, as we've been able to do 2-3 parks in one day even during the busy season, we're fast with no kids. Don't ask. Anyway, here is my concern, PARKING!!! It's been SOO long since I did a 1-dayer with a car so I need to know what is the most sensible way to park. We have annual passes & a dvc membership card if that effects parking possibilities. So, what do you suggest? Where do we park if we are starting the day at MK, & possibly ending at EPCOT or MGM? __________________ Disneyland & College Program Moderator Upcoming Trips Dec. 16th - 20th '09: Bay Lake Tower June 2010: Alaska Cruise Oct 2010: Spooky Halloween in Disneyland "Life without a vacation countdown is like a cupcake with no frosting." Banner by Mickeysgirlz, she's a rockstar! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our first Bay Lake Tower stay 23 days 19 hours 15 minutes

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Cosmicwaves Mouse Meister Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: CT Posts: 1,387	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. I would park at Epcot. You can take the monorail over to MK easily in the morning, and if you end at MGM rather than Epcot you can take the ferry over to Epcot to get your car. __________________ 1985-Off site 1986-Off site 1988-DL-Off site August 1989-The Buena Vista Palace March 1997-All Star Music March 2000-All Star Movies January 2002-All Star Music October/Nov 2002-Off site January2005-Off site January2006-Off site September 2006-POR September/October 2007-Off site August 2008-DL-Off site: Alpine Inn My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Baby's Arrival! Baby is Here!

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WishUponAStar Waiting for BLT! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: I'm right here! HI! Posts: 12,746	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. PS: our dinner reservation at the Biergarten is at 4:15 pm so we will have plenty of time to see the Osborne Lights after dinner (MGM closes at 8pm). SO, what should I do about parking if I am starting out at the MK and ending at MGM? Thank you. __________________ Disneyland & College Program Moderator Upcoming Trips Dec. 16th - 20th '09: Bay Lake Tower June 2010: Alaska Cruise Oct 2010: Spooky Halloween in Disneyland "Life without a vacation countdown is like a cupcake with no frosting." Banner by Mickeysgirlz, she's a rockstar! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our first Bay Lake Tower stay 23 days 19 hours 15 minutes

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WishUponAStar Waiting for BLT! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: I'm right here! HI! Posts: 12,746	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. Do I get free parking at EPCOT with my annual pass? __________________ Disneyland & College Program Moderator Upcoming Trips Dec. 16th - 20th '09: Bay Lake Tower June 2010: Alaska Cruise Oct 2010: Spooky Halloween in Disneyland "Life without a vacation countdown is like a cupcake with no frosting." Banner by Mickeysgirlz, she's a rockstar! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our first Bay Lake Tower stay 23 days 19 hours 15 minutes

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Cosmicwaves Mouse Meister Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: CT Posts: 1,387	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. According to allearsnet.com you should get free parking at all parks! __________________ 1985-Off site 1986-Off site 1988-DL-Off site August 1989-The Buena Vista Palace March 1997-All Star Music March 2000-All Star Movies January 2002-All Star Music October/Nov 2002-Off site January2005-Off site January2006-Off site September 2006-POR September/October 2007-Off site August 2008-DL-Off site: Alpine Inn My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Baby's Arrival! Baby is Here!

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gingita MB Mommy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Lake Buena Vista Posts: 1,516	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. Yes, with an annual pass, parking is included. Don't really have any tips for you, but have a great time! __________________ Ginger The List: MissyH-ddoll-MommytoMJM-Cincy-Mrspooky-Ingamba-Bali-Doughnut-HoneyBear-Erin-Cavey-Lil-Tigger-EmpressJenny-Palmickey-Disneyguru-Mickaholic4077-Janice419-Bama Rama-MissDisney-PrincessJill-Baloo85-BDavis-Princess Tessa-Daydreamer-WishUponAStar-Queensmama-Maria-Bumble-Kizzmitt-Soundgod-Catfish1999-Slartybartfest-Cousin Mike-Jen-Jenbarnwell-Ready2Go-rlander-Daisee-Lovemysons-Chastmastr-Quakercub-Val32-PrincessAlyssa-Iluvwdw-Dana-Ilama-Bosoxx65-Lurk...to be continued

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gcbdad Big Cheese Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Brandon, Florida Posts: 936	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. I think EPCOT makes the most sense being that it is in the middle of the parks that you are visiting. Hey Wish it was 39 degrees this morning in the Tampa Bay area.

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Cavey MB's Rabble Rouser® Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Carlinville, IL Posts: 6,144	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. I'll add to the Epcot vote. __________________ . . Cavey, Tigger, BossMouse, Soundgod Erin, and Lil'pocohantas in association with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and Juicy Juice are proud to present Cavey-Fest III December 13, 2008

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mickaholic4077 Currently in Timeout! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: 90 miles from The Mick!!!!! Posts: 6,181	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. I always subscribe to the parking where you'll end up at the end of the day school of thought. That's what I am going to be doing,parking at MGM on Friday,because I'm going to end the day at Fantasmic.

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tigger Official Sunshine Pumper Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: In my own skin Posts: 2,924	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. Park at EPCOT. Ride the Tram to the Monorail. At the TTC switch to the ferry. After MK take the Bus back to EPOCT. From EPCOT take the ferry to and from MGM. Ride the Tram back to your car (bonus points if you can get a CM to take you by van from MGM to EPCOT). It is very easy to fit every form of Disney transportation into a one day trip (Wishy sounds like a wonderful day. Have a good time! ) __________________ * Taking this post seriously might induce serious medical issues. Please consult your doctor if you feel light headed, dizzy, have dry mouth, ringing of the ears, incontinence, vomiting, loss of vision, numbness or tingling, upset stomach, hair loss, change in breathing, toe fungus, dry skin, muscle aches, runny noise, teeth pain, heaviness of limbs, sudden hunger, dry or red eyes, or a feeling of confusion or lost.

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cinderbella Crackhead Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: south carolina Posts: 7,226	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. I say park at Epcot...MK is going to be crowded (all the parks are but I imagine MK will be even more crowded than anywhere else) and then hop the monorail to MK. Even if you park at Mk you'll still have to take the monorail to the parks yadda yadda yadda..basically..i hate parking at MK. Spend the AM at MK then head to Epcot hang out do your ADR and then head to MGM after dinner. I would wait until it's dark to do Osbourne Lights because even though it's neat all the time..as you know it's even neater after dark! Then I'd hop the bus back to Epcot and then you're done! It's totally possible, and I know you and Dan are a lot like Dave and I in the parks..no kids..get it done or die. __________________ WDW Restaurants and Resorts Moderator Bella I Deltaco. My Disney Countdown Counting down to: A baby is coming!!!! The baby is here..or at least it should be soon.

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catfish1999 MB's CrazyCatLady Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Home is where your cats are! Posts: 2,184	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. I have nothing to add to the above responses, but wanted to say HAVE A GREAT TIME!!! __________________ Barbara "Keeper of the Catnip"

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quakercub Mouse Meister Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: st petersburg, florida Posts: 1,088	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. I thinh Epcot sounds like the best idea as well. In any case, have a great time!!!! __________________ WDW MY HOME AWAY FROM HOME

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rlcarmichael Too many DVC points? NST Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Chesapeake VA Posts: 1,996	Re: Tips please for 1-day trip. Park where you plan on ending up. TTC is good option too because EVERTHING goes there. I'm guessing parking will really suck with crowds. But at least you don't have to pay with the AP. __________________ Richard Carmichael, Chesapeake VA DVC Member BLT, VGC & SSR 2009 SSR(x2), AKV, BWV, BLT(x2), VB, DCL Magic; 2008-SSR, WLV, OKW YC; 2007-YC, GF: DCL Wonder; 2006-SSR, SoG, Poly; 2005- Poly (x2), Orange Lake; 1999-Courtyard LB; Disney Inn (RIP - now SoG) '90, '88, '86 Make-A-Wish Volunteer www.wish.org My Wish - no Wish Kids to send to see THE* Mouse.* 2nd Fav Org - Give Kids The World Village www.gktw.org My Disney Countdown Counting down to: BLT Mk Christmas Trip 18 days 14 hours 0 minutes

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