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Walt Disney World Resort Orlando Overview


Overview

The Walt Disney World Resort is the world’s largest and most visited recreational resort, covering a 25,000-acre (39 sq mi; 100 km2) area just southwest of Orlando, Florida, USA and encompassing four theme parks, two water parks, 24 on-site themed resort hotels (excluding 8 that are on-site, but not owned by the Walt Disney Company), including a campground, two health spas and fitness centres, and other recreational venues and entertainment.
Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse In Front Of Cinderella's Castle In WDW

It opened on October 1, 1971 with only the Magic Kingdom theme park and has since added Epcot (October 1, 1982), Disney’s Hollywood Studios (May 1, 1989) and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park (April 22, 1998).

This world famous resort was inspired by the dreams of Walt Disney and his creation of Disneyland in California. 

Its original theme park, Magic Kingdom, is designed similarly to Disneyland. Walt Disney created “Disney World” in order to have a vacation resort that was much different from Disneyland’s one-day visit; this includes a much wider variety of sports, recreation, uniquely-themed resort hotels and entertainment.


Attractions

Walt Disney World Resort Features Four Theme Parks:

Two Water Parks:

Five Golf Courses:

Numerous Other Attractions Including:


On-site Disney Resorts & Accommodations

There are 33 resorts and hotels located on the Walt Disney World property. Of those, 24 are owned and operated by the Walt Disney Company.

The Disney resorts are classified into five categories: Deluxe, Moderate, Value, Disney Vacation Club Villas, and Campground.

A new concept was announced in June 2010 with the announcement of the Golden Oak at Walt Disney World Resort luxury residential community, featuring homes designed by the Walt Disney Company.


On-site Disney Theme Park & Resort Dining

Visitors to Walt Disney World can enjoy snacks and meals at over 100 select restaurants throughout Walt Disney World Resort, including some restaurants that feature Disney Character Dining. From contemporary to casual, elegant to enchanting, there many dining options to suit every taste and dining occasion.


Walt Disney World Resort Map

Click the following link to locate attractions, entertainment, dining, shopping, hotels, parking lots, transportation and guest services with the Walt Disney World Resort interactive map.


Our Free Guides For The Walt Disney World (WDW) Resort Orlando

The following links provide access to our popular free Disney Traveller travel guides for the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando.

These travel guides will assist Australian, New Zealand and all international travellers to access essential travel information that is required to research their holiday, save money, make a vacation booking, plan for their pending trip and most importantly enjoy their next vacation to the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida.


How To Save Money, Time & Hassle When Booking Your Next Disney Vacation Or Cruise


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