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Summary: Excellent guidebook - offers so much
Review: I've read the guidebook and have used it for my WDW vacation. This book is packed with information in easy to use formats. During the planning stage, we loved the maps of when to go and avoid crowds and when the weather would be better.We enjoyed the sections on the parks, the descriptions of the attractions, and especially the rates by the various age groups. Now that we've been, we're going again! This book is again in the midst as an essential tool for planning. I'd recommend this book highly, and used it more than the others I bought. Great buy!
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Summary: Excellent guidebook - offers so much
Review: I've read the guidebook and have used it for my WDW vacation. This book is packed with information in easy to use formats. During the planning stage, we loved the maps of when to go and avoid crowds and when the weather would be better. We enjoyed the sections on the parks, the descriptions of the attractions, and especially the rates by the various age groups. Now that we've been, we're going again! This book is again in the midst as an essential tool for planning. I'd recommend this book highly, and used it more than the others I bought. Great buy!
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Summary: A must have!
Review: If you are planning a trip to Walt Disney World, then I recommend this book. It answers almost any question you might have and if it doesn't then you can look at their web site for the answer.
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Summary: You need not buy any other guide to WDW
Review: once you make the decision to purchase Rita Aero's book. This book stands head and shoulders above all other guide books. The reason is that Rita and her staff take great pains to find out any new developments/changes in the World. Rita explores WDW in depth--park by park, ride by ride, and eatery by eatery. No other guide book gives attention to detail like this publication. If you are interested in a particular hotel on Disney property, Ms. Aero discusses all aspects of that location, listing amenities, recreation, ambience, restaurants, and available transportation. If you are interested in a particular restaurant, the author goes into details including atmosphere, sample entrees, dining hours and location. Ms. Aero has also included information regarding Disney tours, Disney recreation, airport information, babysitting options, info for special needs population, and offsite hotel and shopping information. Information on Universal Studios and Sea World is also listed in Ms Aero's book. This information is skimmed over, if not overlooked totally, in other guide books,most of which I own. Had I bought Rita Aero's guidebook first, I would have saved a lot of money on other less informative and sometimes biased guidebooks. The biggest bonus, and the reason I bought this book though, is the online website available free to her readers. Her member hosts are very well-informed and keep current with breaking news and developments at WDW. Anyone logging into this website is warmly welcomed and invited to participate, whether it be by posting a question, sharing their experiences, or attending one of the nightly chat sessions on a well-rounded variety of topics. A wealth of knowledge, cutting edge information, and up-to-the-minute developments are at your disposable with just a click of the mouse. Down here in New Orleans, we call that "lagniappe", which means a little something extra without any cost. If you are new to Disney, this guide book will steer you in the right direction. If you are a frequent traveler to Disney, this book will teach you about things that you didn't know existed. This guide book is worth its weight in gold. It will save you time, money, and frustration. It is a vacationers dream come true--all the information you need at your fingertips. Kudos to Rita Aero and her staff for an excellent book and for providing the best website to the WDW experience!
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Summary: Excellent as usual
Review: Rita Aero has done it again! This guide may be the best of them all. I was particularly impressed with the detail given to each of the resorts and the restaurants. A must for anyone traveling to WDW!
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Summary: A helpful guide for planning your WDW vacation.
Review: Rita Aero's 2002 guide is a useful tool in planning a WDW vacation. This guide provided very useful information regarding times to visit WDW. Rita provides month by month information on crowds, weather and events. However, if you are trying to decide on which hotel to choose, very little information is provided regarding hotels on the grounds. Other guides (such as the Passporter) give much more detailed information about the hotels including suggestions for buildings located close in proximity to bus stops, pools, and dining. Rita's guide provides nice summaries of all attractions including Fun Factor ratings. These ratings are broken down by age groups: tots, kids, teens, adults, and mature riders. This is helpful in deciding which rides are most appropriate for each member of the family. Rita also gives some useful hints to help plan touring strategies. A telephone directory is provided with telephone numbers for information, reservations, and other services. One of the best features is the web site associated with the guide which provides access to a supportive vacation community.
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Summary: Planning the magic
Review: Rita's book and "companion" web site were key in planning our last two Disney vacations. It provided insight and money-saving tips. Although you won't want to carry this book along to the parks, it's well worth tossing it into the suitcase for last minute planning (even if you think you've covered everything before leaving home!).
An enjoyable and informative guide book!
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Summary: Great Rita Review
Review: Rita's book was very informative and helpful in planning our WDW trip. We have learned many things about WDW and found Rita's book much more helpful than either Birbaum's or The Unofficial Guide. Thanks for such a great book.
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Summary: Not the best, but worthwhile
Review: Rita's guide does have some unique features that cannot compare to other guidebooks--such as the maps and detailed descriptions of DisneyQuest, Downtown Disney, and Disney's BoardWalk. However, the book falls short in terms of dining and theme park reviews. Despite those shortcomings, it is a good bet for anyone wanting to see Disney outside the major theme parks.
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Summary: Easy to use, all you need
Review: Rita's Guide is simply the best comprehensive source for information about Walt Disney World available. In the pages of her book, you'll find out everything you need to know to plan a trip to WDW, saving as much money, time and aggravation as possible. Almost more importantly, you'll get an invitation to the website she supports, frequented by dozens of Disney travelers with a wealth of up-to-the-minute information. I strongly recommend Rita's guide to both the first time vacationer and the Disney veteran.
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