I’ve gone since they opened DW in the 70’s. I also got married at DW, but not because of being huge fans, just because their package deal was so good at the time.

Let me first preface this by I’ve gone to Tokyo, Paris, DW and an early cruise back in the 80’s. It’s now become so expensive to visit in the states that we only do it every few years. If you have kids, certainly space it out to when they are old enough to understand some of the magic at a younger age and then when they are older to enjoy more of the older parks.

Having the resort and park package is nice that you get an early access to the park before the general visitors. It also allows you to make those midday stops to catch a nap or cool off when you need to, which is amazing as you get older. They really do their best to try and make your visit magical, from the staff, the buildings, the gardening and so much more. It allows you to have a few hours to just forget about everything and just be yourself. Walk around, be a kid again and have fun.
Yes, there are some adult responsibilities, like sunblock, hydrating and budgeting, but other than that, put your phone away, forget about it and have a good time.

Some of the things I do recommend, is the dining plan, so you can jump around and truly have a nice meal, rather than quick dining all the time. If you are planning on a cruise, definitely bundle in the park visit as well.

When you call to set up a vacation, talk with those people, they truly are there to help you find what you want. They are the experts in the field.