There is nothing like Christmas at Walt Disney World.
Although the parks are crowded, the breathtaking decorations and the exciting special events are worth waiting in the long lines with the other vacationers.
Although the parks are crowded, the breathtaking decorations and the exciting special events are worth waiting in the long lines with the other vacationers.
The Great Tree at Epcot is visible from as far away as the Seven Seas Lagoon. Epcot's Illuminations Light Show is especially enjoyable from one of the boats in the lagoon.
The Chocolate Carousel at the Beach Club Resort always draws a crowd. The carousel really revolves and is made up entirely of chocolate - horses and all!
The Grand Floridian Resort is elegant and filled with gorgeous Victorian ornaments and Christmas decorations. The floor to ceiling Christmas tree in the middle of the lobby is particularly spectacular. Surrounded by a grand piano, life-size gingerbread house, carolers and a bell choir, there is always some kind of Christmas celebration going on at any given time at this magnificent resort.
The Christmas Tree at the entrance of the Magic Kingdom is lit every evening at dusk in a heartwarming ceremony that includes a salute to America's military.
Disney's Animal Kingdom features authentic scenery including the Baobab Tree which is native to the Serengeti.
The Chocolate Village at the Yacht Club includes a toy train circling the lighted village which is made of tiny intricate townspeople, trees and buildings.
The American Adventure at Epcot features the most entertaining Christmas program on the Disney property. The Candlelight Processional is especially moving and is performed nightly by a choir and orchestra of hundreds of talented singers, musicians and a celebrity narrator.
The Chocolate Christmas Tree at the Contemporary Resort is the centerpiece of a candy shop that greets vacationers as soon as they depart the monorail at the resort.
Disney's Hollywood Studios sports the most spectacular Christmas Light extravaganza around. The lights "dance" to the Christmas music piped in all over the park.
There are over a million lights in Disney's light show and Disney-made snowflakes fall on viewers as they enjoy the light spectacle.
Disney knows how to do Christmas in a big way. Saving all year for a Disney Christmas vacation is well worth the effort and will give the family precious moments to enjoy and treasure for years to come. Here's to pixie dust and magical memories!
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