Walt Disney World Traditions

Everyone has a tradition.  Summers at the beach, turkey on Thanksgiving, dare I say brushing your teeth in the morning.  But my favorite traditions are those that live at Walt Disney World.  I have been visiting the World for over 25 years and there are a few things that have become a staple on every trip.

When I was a kid, my love for character breakfasts began.  Mickey waffles and Disney characters.  What an amazing experience to start your day!  One of my favorite places was on the Empress Lily at he Disney Village Marketplace.  The huge riverboat (now Fulton’s Crab House) was such a uniquely Disney location.  It’s my first real memory of Walt Disney World and they have always held a fond place in my heart.  Since I was 5 years old, I have tried to have one character breakfast during every trip.

Another tradition started in 2007 when I brought my husband on his first trip to the World.  At the time we were just dating, but if the relationship was going to go anywhere, he had to experience Disney.  Because he was a newbie, I thought Hollywood Studios would be a great way to break him in without overwhelming him.  First stop was the Tower of Terror.  Now I don’t know how we got so lucky, but when we got to the elevator we were the only ones there.  It was creepy and a bit unsettling, but we got in the elevator nonetheless….just the two of us! 

We rode the attraction numerous times throughout that trip, but this initial ride to the Twilight Zone left a lasting impression on us and a new tradition was born.  Every trip since then, Tower of Terror MUST be the first thing we do when we arrive and the last thing we do before we leave.

So what are your traditions?  Share your stories with the Parkhoppers…we can’t wait to hear them!!

Written by WDWParkhopper Contributor Sarah McGovern

Sarah McGovern is married to Disney newbie Barry and mom to 2 kitties, Cleo and Neala. She has been visiting Walt Disney World for over 25 years and loves visiting with her family and friends. While at the World, you can usually find her either checking in to the Hollywood Tower Hotel, wandering World Showcase, or grabbing some sushi at California Grill.

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