Birnbaum's 2018 Walt Disney World: The Official Guide

by Birnbaum Guides

As Walt Disney World continues to grow and evolve, trust Birnbaum as your guide! The 2018 edition delves into detailed descriptions of all attractions, resorts, and eateries; offers money-saving coupons and strategies to maximize your vacation budget; and includes a peek into what's

-Happy 20th birthday, Disney's Animal read about the debut of the theme park's newest land, Pandora-World of AVATAR; a schedule of extended-hour nights featuring Sunset Safaris, Tree of Life "awakenings," and the water-based extravaganza "The Rivers of Light"; booking a table at Tiffins, a new eatery that has garnered rave reviews, or snagging a seat at the adjacent Nomad Lounge.

-The Force grows stronger at Disney's Hollywood Studios every read about the ongoing construction of the highly anticipated Star Wars Land; Star A Galactic Spectacular, a vibrant and dramatic pyrotechnic evening fireworks display; and Jedi Trials of the Temple.

-What's it like to be a toy in Andy's backyard? You'll soon find out at Disney's Hollywood Studios brand-new area known as Toy Story Land! Birnbaum offers a first-look at the new Slinky Dog Coaster and what else to expect when this 11-acre play land is complete.

-Make way for the Muppets! In addition to their growing presence at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Kermit and company now offer Muppet-ational moments in the Magic Kingdom park. Birnbaum sheds light on where and when to catch their hysterical-and historical-antics.

-Epcot's newly-expanded International Food and Wine Festival. Cheers!

-Typhoon Lagoon's newest water park Miss Fortune Falls, a water-raft ride is for the whole family!

-Disney Cruise Line weighs anchor a mere 50 miles from Walt Disney World, making a surf-and-turf vacation a tempting possibility for many a Disney guest. A special Birnbaum "bonus" chapter guides guests from possibility to reality, laying out all the details for pairing a Disney Cruise with a visit to Walt Disney World.

Genres: Travel, Nonfiction

368 pages, Paperback

Published September 19, 2017

Reviews

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's Everything you need to know in one place. Had the books for previous trips. Will be invaluable guide for next year's trip. A comprehensive guide filled with information on attractions, lodging, food, special events, and all the topics you would expect to find, this book also includes a lot of helpful info on traveling with disabilities, with children, with pets, and for those with special dietary need. There are many phone numbers included such as the Best Friends Kennel location, direction, and telephone number.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Efficiently presented and organized, this is probably the best tourist guide for Disneyworld that I have read. Usually I loyally stick with the DK Eyewitness travel guides, but I picked up this one in my efforts to try and make sense of the amount of information that is available for this destination. This will be our first trip and I sense that this is just not the kind of destination you can show up at without knowing anything. The colour scheme and layout was helpful, and it was easy to get what I needed. I would have liked to see more detailed suggestions/opinions on dining at the park, that is my only complaint.

[Jeanne Boyarsky · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like the Unofficial Guide better overall. The "tips" in the Official Guide feel a bit light. If you actually followed the one day plan in the Official Guide, you'd be spending a long time on line.

I do like the pictures in the official guide though. And it is a great way to get the lay of the lands without spending a lot of time online and with a book that is light to carry.

[Beth Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Disclaimer: I did not read every single word but I feel like I read enough to say I finished this great guide. If you need to know anything about WDW this is THE book to get. Maps, hints, descriptions— it’s all there!

[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love these guides. Found a couple inconsistencies when I was in WDW last week however. Also, I wish the food guides were listed under the park sections when applicable instead of in a completely different section.

[Amber Hutto · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was our Disney bible for planning our trip. It helped immensely with deciding which rides to do with our child, which restaurants to pick & tons of great tips on how to plan out our day at each park. I would recommend this book to anyone planning a Disney Trip.

[Bill Landau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Picked up the 2018 version and once again, it convinced me that it's time to plan my next trip. Love all the photos. It pretty much covers everything you need to know to plan a trip.

[Paula · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some aspects could be a little more detailed, but I've always enjoyed the Birnbaum's guides.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must read when you visit.

[Bee · Rating 5 out of 5]

All filled with post-its and ready to go for our trip next week!!! (: Great tips and descriptions, incredibly useful! I love these guides! 💜👍

[Karla · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is by far my favorite review- photos and great snippets and tips
recommended

[Sheri P · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great information. Love the coupons in the back.

[Kara Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Headed to Disney... this is always my favorite book to buy to prepare.

[Evelynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this whole thing and now I'm scared. 5 stars for opening my eyes to what I've gotten myself into.