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Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies (For Dummies Series)
Laura Lea Miller Manufacturer: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0470043490 |
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"I’m going to Disney World."So are more than 15 million other people. Disney World is the number-one tourist destination in the country, and Orlando typically has almost 50 million visitors a year.
Disney World includes four theme parks, a dozen other attractions, and two entertainment districts. Universal Orlando and SeaWorld add another four theme parks, three resorts, and a lively entertainment area to the Orlando mix. So how do you make the most of your time and your money? Whether you’re more interested in braving the rides or seeing the shows and the sites, this guide helps you decide where to stay, what to see, and what to do. It covers:
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With this guide, you plan your trip to fit your style. Test your nerve on stomach-churning rides or rest and relax poolside. Mingle with the mouse or marvel at Shamu. Enjoy gourmet dining or a character meal with Goofy, Cinderella, or Simba. Head out on the Kilimanjaro Safari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom or go on a shopping safari at Disney World or in Orlando. Take in Revenge of the Mummy, Fear Factor Live and Shrek 4-D at Universal Studios Florida or dance with a German oompah band at Epcot. Test your physical limits at Islands of Adventure or get up close and personal with marine life at SeaWorld and Discovery Cove. With this guide, you’ll have a world of fun!
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Walt Disney World & Orlando for Dummies 2007.......2007-04-02
WDW FOR DUMMIES 2007 - WORTH THE MONEY.......2007-02-15
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Florida for Dummies
Jim Tunstall Manufacturer: Hungry Minds ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0764563610 |
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This valuable guide is written in an irreverent style by a husband-and-wife team who are candid about what's a "can't-miss" and what's a waste of time. Florida for Dummies includes complete coverage of the Orlando-area parks, from Walt Disney World to Universal's Islands of Adventure. Tips on the must-see attractions of Florida - Miami and the Keys, the Everglades, etc.-are balanced by insider tips for finding and exploring off-beat attractions.Customer Reviews:
Excerpt from the Sarasota Herald Tribune.......2003-06-19
Considering that it is the home of six species of poisonous snakes, two species of poisonous spiders, sharks, stingrays, fire ants, hurricanes, sinkholes, tourists from Ontario and the kind of merciless summer sun that turns dashboards into puddles of goo, the book title "Florida for Dummies" would seem to be stating the obvious.
Still, I thought it would be interesting to leaf through the latest installment in a series that has given us such classics as "Parenting for Dummies," "Sex for Dummies" (presumably you would want to read this before the other), "Feng Shui for Dummies" and the unforgettable "Pilates for Dummies."
Written by Florida natives Cynthia and Jim Tunstall, "Florida for Dummies" is mostly a travel guide for tourists, offering advice on where to eat, where to stay and what to see. I was particularly interested in chapter 17 which deals with our little slice of paradise. Sarasota is described as an "upscale retirement community" while its neighbor to the north, Bradenton, is described, rather curiously, as a "casual fishing village" and, somewhat more accurately, a "blue-collar town." Port Charlotte, and for that matter all of Charlotte County, does not exist, at least not in the pages of this book.
"Florida for Dummies" recommends only five restaurants in our area and most of them are hoity-toity places like Michael's On East and Euphemia Haye. My two favorite places to eat, the Hob Nob Drive In and Council's pool hall, were inexplicably omitted from the list. Likewise, under the category of hotels, the book favors places like the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort and makes no mention of any of Bradenton's fine accommodations like the Blue Boy Motel.
But my main problem with "Florida for Dummies" is that it portrays our state as a great place to visit, which will only serve to attract more tourists, making life even more miserable for those of us who live here. Instead of bragging about our many theme parks, museums and golf courses, I wish the authors had spent more time warning people about our horrible traffic, dangerous weather and various other aspects of nature that are bent on doing us in.
People need to understand that the stomach-churning thrills found on the roller coasters at Busch Gardens are nothing compared to the heart-in-the-mouth fear that comes from navigating U.S. 41 at rush hour. There is a section in the book called "Minding the Road Rules" which focuses on predictable stuff like buckling your seat belt and obeying the speed limit. The authors fail to mention that it is customary in Florida for tourists to turn on their left-turn signal when they cross the Florida/Georgia line and leave it on until they return home the following spring. They also omit the fact that Floridians interpret traffic lights differently than people do in other parts of the country. In Florida, green means "go," yellow means "go faster" and red means "go faster still while at the same time ordering a pizza over your cell phone."
Potential visitors to Florida also need to be made aware of the fact that summer in Florida begins in early March and continues through mid-December and that temperatures during that time are high enough to cause birds to spontaneously combust in mid-air. Winter consists of four days in the low 30s when year-round residents go into the kind of panic state one normally associates with major earthquakes or volcanic eruptions. Any time the temperature dips below 70 degrees, Florida residents run to the grocery store to stock up on Spam, tuna fish and bottled water and just generally act like they are preparing to join Admiral Peary on his trek to the North Pole.
Prices in Florida are outrageous, a fact that the authors of "Florida for Dummies" barely bother to mention. A week-long vacation at Disney World basically means that your son's or daughter's dream of a four-year college education will be downgraded to six months at a vo-tech on the outskirts of Lake City. The sales tax in Florida is something like 94 percent, give or take, which means that a bowl of soup and an iced tea will cost only slightly less than your plane ticket from Toronto.
Still, if you are absolutely committed to a vacation in Florida, "Florida for Dummies" offers lots of useful tips and information, things that you are unlikely to find elsewhere, most specifically in this column.
But if you go, keep an eye peeled for swamp apes. They think tourists are delicious.
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Florida For Dummies (Dummies Travel)
Lesley Abravanel Manufacturer: For Dummies ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 076457745X |
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From the Gold Coast to the Gulf Coast, the Everglades to theme parks, bustling Miami to historic St. Augustine, water sports to relaxing resorts, Florida offers infinite, intriguing variety. Whether you want to ride the waves or ride the roller coasters, take in the sites or soak up the sun, this friendly guide is your key to fun in the Sunshine State with info. on:Like every For Dummies travel guide, Florida For Dummies, Third Edition includes:
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Walt Disney World and Orlando For Dummies 2006 (Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies)
Laura Lea Miller Manufacturer: For Dummies ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0764596608 |
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If you want to escape to a world full of fun and fantasy, head for Walt Disney World & Orlando. The area is the No. 1 family vacation destination in the U.S., and this guide will show you hundreds of reasons why. Whether you’re taking your kids or grandkids or treating your “inner child”, you’ll find tons to see and do. You can count a shark’s teeth up close or swim with a dolphin . Tour some of the world’s most unique countries at Epcot or the Haunted Mansion at the Magic Kingdom. Strap in for stomach-churning rides or take in great shows. You can check out incredible marine life, exotic wild life, or Orlando’s exciting night life. This friendly guide clues you in to must-see attractions, the best deals, great shopping options, and more. It gives you the scoop on:Like every For Dummies travel guide, Walt Disney World & Orlando For Dummies 2006 includes:
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Walt Disney World is the #1 family vacation spot in the United States, and attendance at Disney parks increased 5 to 9 percent last year.Customer Reviews:
Make the Most of This Special Vacation.......2006-01-27
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Walt Disney World & Orlando For Dummies 2005 (Dummies Travel)
Michelle Snow Manufacturer: For Dummies ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0764569430 |
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More visitors flock to Disney each year than to any other spot on earth, with new rides and hotels sprouting up every season. This complete guide helps singles and families, the young, and the young at heart navigate this perennially popular fantasy mecca. Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies includes:Customer Reviews:
You're no Dummy if you read this.......2005-09-16
Note from the current author.......2004-12-17
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Walt Disney World & Orlando for Dummies 2002
Jim Tunstall Manufacturer: Hungry Minds ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0764553887 |
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Walt Disney World for Dummies is packed with valuable tips and candid reviews to help you plan the perfect trip the Walt Disney World. We'll give you the lowdown on everything from how to beat the lines at the attractions to the best places to stay in Walt Disney World to where to dine with Cinderella..Our authors have suggested itineraries for a variety of visitors, from visitors with only a day to explore the teenage visitors. Detailed maps, a priceless glossary of addresses and telephone numbers and planning worksheets will make preparing for a fabulous Walt Disney World trip a snap!Customer Reviews:
The perfect companion for any size trip.......2002-10-02
Phonomenally helpful - an asset to anyone travelling to WDW!.......2002-10-01
An asset to any traveller, Disney fanatic, travel researcher...this book has endless uses.
I would highly recommend this book to everyone and everyone whether you are travelling or not.
Fantastic! 10/10
We didn't miss a thing!.......2002-02-15
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Walt Disney World & Orlando For Dummies 2008 (Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies)
Laura Lea Miller Manufacturer: For Dummies ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0470134704 |
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Walt Disney World includes four theme parks and a dozen lesser attractions, two entertainment districts, tens of thousands of hotel rooms, and scores of restaurants. Universal Orlando and SeaWorld add another four theme parks, three resorts, and an entertainment district to the mix. So how do you know where to go? This friendly guide puts you in a Mouse mood and in the know. From Terminator 2 to Shrek or Shamu, wild life to nightlife, Finding Nemo to finding souvenirs, it gives you great info on accommodations, restaurants, attractions, and more, covering:Like every For Dummies travel guide, Walt Disney World & Orlando For Dummies 2008 includes:
Whether you’re traveling with kids or want to recapture your own childhoodor whether your style is adventurous and action-packed or laid-back and relaxed, this friendly guide helps you plan a magical vacation.
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Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies 2001
Jim Tunstall Manufacturer: Hungry Minds ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0764561642 |
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Your insider's guide to the best places and pricesPlan the perfect trip to Orlando and Disney World® With seven (!) popular theme parks and much more, it's no wonder that Orlando is the world's favorite vacation destination. But with so much to see and do, where do you begin? Relax! This easy-to-understand guide is all you need to plan the perfect trip.
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Great Book, Great Information.......2002-10-02
The hotels and restaurants section gives you everything you need to know about where to stay and eat in Orlando. The hotel listings also include websites so you can see first hand where you are staying.
The book is written in traditional "Dummies" style, which means it gives information on lots of different aspects of traveling to this area.
I really didn't need to have information on every ride and attraction or pictures to get me ready to go to Disney World. But I did need information on restaurants in the area, the other area parks, places to stay, and so forth. So, all-in-all, I found this book to be exactly what I needed for my trip.
To me, going to Disney World without going to some of the other attractions like Sea World and Epcot would be a total waste of the trip!
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Walt Disney World & Orlando for Dummies 2004
Alex Drummond , and Elizabeth Drummond Manufacturer: For Dummies ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0764538756 |
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More visitors flock to Disney each year than to any other spot on earth, with new rides and hotels sprouting up every season. This complete guide helps singles and families, the young, and the young at heart navigate this perennially popular fantasy mecca. Walt Disney World and Orlando for Dummies includes:Customer Reviews:
not enough theme park info.......2003-10-04
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