Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. I promise you though, it's even more Magical at Disney! From the over-the-top decorations and lights to the most mouth-watering treats you've ever had, Disney doesn't disappoint if you're looking for a perfect way to celebrate the season.
The crowds can be crazy the closer you get to Christmas Day (do NOT go on Christmas Day unless you love wall-to-wall people!), but if you go the first couple of weeks of December, it's amazing. Crowds are low and the weather is pretty close to perfect.
Magic Kingdom at Disney World has a Christmas party that is an extra ticketed event and I hear that it's great but I've always been too cheap to pay for an additional ticket over the cost of normal admission. But if you end up in the back of the park at closing time, they can't really kick you out. Ryan and I very slowly made our way out the night of the party and got to see great entertainment, amazing lights and it even snowed on Main Street. You can't ride any attractions or shop in the stores but you can soak in as much atmosphere as possible without any extra cost!
We had a wonderful and completely Magical trip when we visited over Christmas. Besides the free ambience, we had a great visit with Santa. And now, he's over at Disney Springs and they'll text you when it's your turn to visit. You can check in and go eat dinner instead of standing in line.
Visiting the World Showcase at Epcot is really great because they have authentic Christmas decorations and traditions for each of the countries. I try not to make vacations educational, but I think we all learned something about Christmas around the world!
Be sure and check out the resorts - they are all decorated in unique ways. The life-sized gingerbread house at the Grand Floridian is definitely worth seeing!
And save some of your souvenir money for special Christmas items. My light necklace is one of my favorite possessions and lets me relive our trip each year while I wear it and embarrass my kids!
Celebrating Christmas isn't just for Disney World, of course. I haven't personally visited any other Disney Destinations during the Holidays but I guarantee they are just as wonderful! Sleeping Beauty Castle is transformed at Disneyland and even The Haunted Mansion gets in the spirit.
Let me know how I can help you plan and book your Disney Vacation!!!