Disney World Hotels in 2023: Are the Benefits Worth It? Story

Disney World Hotels in 2023: Are the Benefits Worth It?

One of the most important and expensive decisions to make when planning a vacation to Walt Disney World is figuring out where to stay.

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In this story, we will discuss whether it’s better to stay on-site at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel or off-site at one of the nearby third-party hotels or accommodations.

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1. Closer to the Parks

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2. Free Transportation to Theme Parks

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This will allow you to be one of the first people in line and put you in a prime position to rope drop whatever park you are visiting that day.

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4. Stay Later at the Parks

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5. Better Dining Reservations

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