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One of the topics that we get asked for information about is the Walt Disney World Genie+ reservation system. I’m more than happy to bring some light into a point that can actually save you stress and time on your vacation, so let’s play!
Genie+ Reservations You Can Skip
Just to start with, this list isn’t about mistakes. My goal is to share a number of experiences that you can skip due to a variety of factors that aren’t usually discussed.
MAGIC KINGDOM
With 25 Genie+ experiences, you can be picky on what is worth one of your three reservations.
You can skip:
- The Barnstormer
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant
- Enchanted Tales with Belle
- it’s a Small World
- Mad Tea Party
- The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
- Meet Tinker Bell at Town Square Theatre
- Mickey’s Philharmagic
- Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor
- Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid
Why?
Most of the list are open all day, which means that in the morning and at night…they are mostly walk-ons. With experiences like Monsters Inc and Philharmagic, the are huge capacity shows and you really don’t need to waste a reservation when it doesn’t give you a different view than guests without Genie+.
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EPCOT
12 Experiences…basically you’re looking at a number of attractions that are being included when the priority is pretty clear.
You can skip:
- Disney * Pixar Short Film Festival
- Journey into Imagination with Figment
- Mission: Space
- The Seas with Nemo
- Spaceship Earth (Go mid-day or at night)
- Turtle Talk with Crush
Why?
There’s really no argument for or against any of those experiences, as I’ve walked-on to each of them at random times of the day, so if it’s more about using all your reservations…go with your favs!
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ANIMAL KINGDOM
One of my favorite theme parks in Orlando is the Animal Kingdom! I love the ability to completely escape reality, but also have a Starbucks within walking distance;) That being said, there are 13 attractions…so let’s have some fun.
You can skip:
- Na’vi River Journey – Still one of my biggest mistakes is using a FP on this and not Flight of Passage
- Finding Nemo- The musical
- It’s Tough to be a Bug
- Meet your Disney Pals
- Rivers of Light
Why?
There are a few awesome Genie+ reservations to get, like Expedition Everest and Kilimanjaro Safaris…it’s not worth wasting a reservation on something that you can walk-on OR wait under 30 minutes to experience.
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DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
14 Attractions and two tiers, we’re getting set for Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway….so things will change 100% very soon!
You can skip:
- Alien Swirling Saucers
- Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage
- Disney Junior Dance Party
- A Frozen Sing-Along
- Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular
- MuppetVision 3D
- Voyage of the Little Mermaid
Why?
It’s important to realize that the park’s dynamics are changing and every day is a new day:)
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