Disney World with Teens
Unique Tips for All Four Parks
Tech Tips for a Smooth Running Disney Day
1. Use the My Disney Experience App
The My Disney Experience app is our Disney lifeline. Download it on your teens’ phones before you arrive so they can check ride times, grab Lightning Lanes, and navigate between parks.
2. Mobile Ordering Magic
Mobile ordering is a game-changer for meals and snacks. Whether it’s a Dole Whip in Magic Kingdom, a Ronto Wrap at Hollywood Studios, or cheeseburger pods in Pandora, this keeps everyone out of long lines.
3. Mobile Merchandise Checkout
Skip the long checkout lines with Disney’s mobile merchandise checkout. Teens can scan and pay right in the app, freeing up more time for rides and less time waiting in crowded shops.
Disney Keepsakes & Create-Your-Own Experiences
Collectible Medallions
Magic Kingdom: Emporium, Train Station, Adventureland
EPCOT: World Showcase shops in each country
Hollywood Studios: Near Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land
Animal Kingdom: Discovery Island and Pandora gift shops
Hands-On “Create-Your-Own” Experiences
My teens love these unique, interactive activities:
Magic Kingdom: Design a TRON Identity Program action figure
EPCOT: Pick-a-Pearl in Japan or fill a candy bag in Germany
Hollywood Studios: Build a custom lightsaber at Savi’s Workshop or a droid at Droid Depot
Animal Kingdom: Watch artisans carve personalized wooden souvenirs
Parades, Fireworks & Photo Fun
Parades & Fireworks
My teens often prefer using parade or fireworks time to hit extra rides. Lines are shorter, making it perfect for Space Mountain or Big Thunder Mountain.
Teen-Approved Photo Spots
Magic Kingdom: Cinderella Castle, Tangled lanterns at night
EPCOT: Spaceship Earth at sunset, colorful World Showcase walls
Hollywood Studios: Star Wars ships, Toy Story Land backdrops
Animal Kingdom: Tree of Life, floating mountains in Pandora
