8 of the biggest mistakes I made while visiting Disney World for one day

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I spent just one day in Disney World and there are some things I'd do differently next time.

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My teens won't go to the Disney parks with me anymore. With a few compromises, we make everyone happy — and I save money.

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We spent our Disney weekend hanging out at our resort and checking out good restaurants.

Terri Peters

I traveled from New York City to Disney World and back in 24 hours. It was exhausting, but I saved hundreds of dollars.

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Getting to the "most magical place on Earth" is getting more expensive.

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I lost my daughter at Disney World and was terrified. A simple tip helped me find her quickly, and I recommend it to all parents.

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These tips helped a family feel safe at Disney.

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8 things I'll never do at Disney World after visiting over 100 times

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I don't get the hype around some of the popular rides at Disney World.

Megan duBois

My family stayed in a $990-a-night villa at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort. Here's what it's like inside.

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Disney's Polynesian Village Resort is right near Magic Kingdom.

Megan duBois

I've spent 30 years eating my way across Disney World. These are the 5 best restaurants on the property — and they aren't in the theme parks.

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I've been going to Disney World for 30 years.

Megan duBois

I visited Disney World's high-end campsite. Each one-bedroom cabin sleeps up to 6 adults, and golf carts are everywhere.

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The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort are colorful, rustic, and a little modern.

Carly Caramanna

My family stayed in a luxurious $827-a-night villa at Disney World. We walked to the parks and saved money with some key perks.

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I stayed at the BoardWalk Inn at Disney World.

Megan duBois

I've stayed at all 5 value resorts at Disney World. There are only 2 I'd book again — for the right price.

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Pop Century is one of my favorite value resorts at Disney World.

Megan duBois

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