Top Mistakes to Avoid at Disney World

In this story, I am going to go over all the worst mistakes that most guests make.

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This is going to be especially useful if it’s your first visit, but even if you’ve been dozens of times, you are going to learn some new tips and things to avoid to make your trip even more magical.

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Going During Major Holidays

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Buying the Wrong Ticket Type

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Not Renting DVC Points

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Mistakes in the Parks

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Not Wearing the Proper Shoes

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