Vacation at Disney World With the Kids: For Less Stress, Make Sure to Do This! by Toni Van Ert

Disney World is the happiest place on earth, but spring break and summer means long lines, and the laughter can fade after a few tiring days. As a lifelong visitor to the park (with and without kids), I've learned that the secret to a successful trip is to alternate days in the parks with other activities like:

• hotel pool
• beach
• boating
• shopping
• golf

If you want to do everything and don't have time to take days off from the parks, then take a break mid-day from the heat and lines. A little swim and nap go a long way, and it may allow you to stay later in the parks when lines are always the shortest!