Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
One of the spots that we'd previously recommended, in the
Tomorrowland Ter-
race
area, was apparently so good that Disney decided to start charging for it. To view
Wishes
from this location now costs around $24 per adult and around $13 per child.
The viewing area is available starting 1 hour before the show, and the event includes
comes with a dessert buffet and nonalcoholic beverages. Reservations can be made 60
days in advance by calling 407-
WDW-DINE
(939-3463).
WISHES
FIREWORKS CRUISE
For a different view, you can watch the fireworks from
Seven Seas Lagoon aboard a chartered pontoon boat. The charter costs $293 for up
to 8 people and just under $350 for 10 (tax included). Chips, soda, and water are
provided; sandwiches and more-substantial food items may be arranged through re-
servations. Your Disney captain will take you for a little cruise and then position the
boat in a perfect place to watch the fireworks. Life jackets are provided, but wearing
them is at your discretion. To reserve a charter, call 407-
WDW-PLAY
(939-7529) at
exactly 7 a.m. Eastern time about 180 days before the day you want to cruise.
EXIT STRATEGIES
LEAVING THE PARK AFTER EVENING PARADES
and fireworks is no small matter. Huge
throngsdepart theMagic Kingdomafter parades, after fireworks,andatclosing. Trust
us—with small children, you don't want to be among them. The best strategy for
avoiding the mass exodus is to view both fireworks and parades from the upper plat-
form of the railroad station at the Town Square end of Main Street. As soon as the
performance concludes, beat your feet to the park exits. If you stay in the park after
the fireworks and parades, don't wait until closing time to leave. On a busy day, give
yourself a 30- to 40-minute cushion.
Another strategy for beating the masses out of the park (if your car is in the TTC
lot) is to watch the early parade and then leave before the fireworks begin. Line up
for the ferry instead of the monorail. A ferry departs about every 8-10 minutes. Try
to catch the ferry that will be crossing Seven Seas Lagoon while the fireworks are
in progress. The best vantage point is on the top deck to the right of the pilothouse.
