We rode 12 rides at Disney World without paying for Lightning Lanes. The secret was leaving our kids at home.
Two mothers visited Disney World without their children, allowing them to ride 12 attractions in a single day across three parks. The author reflects on how the absence of childcare responsibilities significantly improved the efficiency and enjoyment of the trip.
Why it matters
It offers a personal perspective on travel logistics and the trade-offs parents make when balancing family vacations with personal leisure.
The author and her friend went to three parks at Disney World. Courtesy of the author I went to Disney World with a friend instead of bringing our children. We visited Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, and Epcot in a single day. It was surprisingly empty. Without kids slowing us down, we rode 12 rides and explored at our own pace. My friend and I felt like we were overdue for a trip without our kids . Between the two of us, we have seven children, ranging in age from 6 to 10, including three pairs of twins. We knew we wanted it to be a warm-weather destination to extend the feeling of summer, as the leaves are already turning red in Maine, where we both live. The author grew up going to Disney World. Courtesy of the author The one destination we kept coming back to was Florida.
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