Disney World
The Walt Disney World Resort, commonly referred to as Disney World, is an entertainment complex located in Bay Lake and Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States. The resort is the flagship destination of Disney's worldwide theme park empire and was opened on October 1, 1971.
History[edit | edit source]
The concept for Disney World was developed by Walt Disney in the early 1960s. After the success of Disneyland in Anaheim, California, Disney wanted to create a new theme park that would include a larger variety of attractions and accommodations. The project was referred to as "The Florida Project" and was intended to be a "vacation kingdom of the world."
Parks and Attractions[edit | edit source]
Disney World consists of four theme parks:
Each park offers a unique set of attractions, shows, and experiences. The Magic Kingdom is home to iconic attractions such as Cinderella Castle, Space Mountain, and Pirates of the Caribbean.
Resorts and Hotels[edit | edit source]
The resort features numerous hotels and accommodations, ranging from budget-friendly options to luxury resorts. Some of the most notable include:
- Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
- Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
- Disney's Contemporary Resort
Transportation[edit | edit source]
Disney World offers a variety of transportation options for guests, including the Disney Monorail System, buses, and boats. The monorail connects several of the resorts to the Magic Kingdom and Epcot.
Events and Celebrations[edit | edit source]
Throughout the year, Disney World hosts a variety of special events and celebrations, such as:
- Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
- Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
- Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- Walt Disney World Resort official website
- The Walt Disney Company
External Links[edit | edit source]
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