Link to Article: 10 Sensational Benefits to Staying On Property at Walt Disney World

Disney's Grand Floridian - the Mother of all Disney hotels
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Recently posted on disneyfanatic.com, this article raises some very good points:

Be Our Guest!

If you're going to make a trip to Disney World, why not totally immerse yourself in all things Disney?  It is great fun, and the convenience factors are worth it if nothing else is: no renting a car, paying for parking, etc.  Sure, you might be paying a higher price for a Moderate or Deluxe resort if you want to, but the money you save on transportation, parking and toll fees - as well as the headaches that can come along with any and all of those things - are worth it.  

Shades of Green - for military families and veterans
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There are over 30 Disney properties to choose from, and all of them are uniquely themed and will carry you away to another time and/or place.  

Wilderness Lodge interior, decorated for Christmas
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Do it for yourself, AND your family!

Pirate themed room at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
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Link to Article: 12 Overlooked Attractions at Walt Disney World

Railroad station - Magic Kingdom
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This article on disneyfanatic.com lists some great stuff that is usually overlooked:

Don't Miss It!

At one time or another I have enjoyed most of these, but I will say that I have not been on Magic Kingdom's PeopleMover or the Carousel of Progress (although I have them on my "to do" list for October).  I have also recently learned about the Animation Academy at Hollywood Studios - that is something I would find interesting, because I can't draw ANYTHING!

Animation Academy at Hollywood Studios
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Some of my favorite missed items are at Epcot; every one of the eleven countries has so many hidden goodies, including shows, street performers, shops and museums, as well as some really great restaurants that are not crowded at all.  

Epcot has become my new favorite park for all-around entertainment.  Magic Kingdom is a close second - there is so much to see and do at both of them that I could spend days at each of them and not see or do everything in a single trip.

Voices of Liberty - Epcot's American Pavilion
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Look for the out-of-the-way stuff when you're there.  It's always worth the extra effort, and you'll be glad you did.