Disneyworld

trm98 · 08-15-2001, 04:56 PM

I am a c2-c3 quadriplegic. My family is planning a Christmas vacation to Disneyworld. Has anyone been to Disneyworld post paralysis? What accomidations do they provide for the handicaped and what is the weather like?

Thanks

Scorpion · 08-15-2001, 06:18 PM

The weather right after Christmas might be ideal, not too hot, not too cold. I've been to Disney in Orlando post, SCI, and the parks (Magic Kingdom, Epcot Center, Disney/MGM Studios) are very accessible. A lot of the attractions have spots for your wheelchair, and when I went, my party got to go to the front of the line on everything.

~Rus

harper · 08-15-2001, 07:28 PM

trm, i visited dizworld a few years ago and found it a very enjoyable experience...there is a book available with tips and dizworld has a pamphlet they will send you, as well,,,,when i went my family stayed in a dizworld resort hotel and rode the mouse-transit system to all of the attractions...bottom line was it was comparable in price compared to a hotel and rental vehicle...was much easier...and gave us the most time actually enjoying the joint...least accessible of the major parks...fantasyland...best...all others...there were places i couldn't go and rides i couldn't ride because i had no help to lift me but i didn't fret...just enjoyed the things i could do...bon voyage!...tedEbear

kngtreeman · 08-16-2001, 04:50 AM

trm i live in naples about 2.5 hours south of disney in orlando/i recently went to disney.we stayed at the travel lodge on rt 29 about 5 miles from disney.they have a tour bus that leaves and takes you back.it was accesable.i dont know how accesable the tram their is we took the ferri across to the island.once inside everything is accesable.their wer many rides i did not want to ride being" complete injury".such as :space mountain.these rides have hard seats .take an extra cusion.i did not want folks gouking as i lowered myself down into the ride.and even wors trying to get back into my chair from down their.being in a chair youll be right up front.you and your party will love the no lines.also right now is the perfect time to go.kids just started school down hear and all the seasonal residents are up north.make sure ya drink plenty of water.i found it very hot.never once had a pissin contest.seemed i sweat it out rather than piss my pants.keep us posted on how your travels went .have fun

scott r

sextonjt · 08-16-2001, 06:39 AM

I live in Fort Myers, Florida, and have traveled to Orlando every year for the past several years. There are something like 100,000 hotel rooms in the greater Orlando area, so you shouldn't have any trouble finding accessible rooms. Your best bet would be to stay at a Disney hotel if you can afford it. The most convenient ones are the ones that are actually on the monorail line: the Contemporary, Polynesian and Grand Floridian.

You will find that the level of access varies somewhat. Most of the rides in the Magic Kingdom were contstructed in the 1970's, so there are a few limitations on access at some of them. Everything at EPCOT, MGM and Animal Kingdom is accessible. There are special procedures for some of the rides like entering through what would be the exit for everyone else. Be sure to ask the park staff for details.

There are also guidebooks for disabled people at the parks. The best overall guidebook generally is "The Unofficial Guide to Disney World," and is well worth purchasing and reading in advance. This book offers reviews and tips on avoiding lines. They have a chapter called "Dumbo or Death: seeing the Magic Kingdom in one day." We've followed their suggestions and had great success.

Also don't limit yourself to just Disney. My favorite theme park is Universal Studios Florida. I've been very impressed with their accessibility and accommodation to disabled guests. They are top notch, and the Terminator 3D show is the best single theme park attraction anywhere. Sea World is also very good.

Please feel free to contact me directly if you have specific questions. - Joe

08-16-2001, 07:30 AM

Been there twice. The cheapest Dizhotels are the All Star Music and Sport theme hotels. They are not connected to the monorail but have excellent shuttle bus service and the buses are lift equipped. My room had a wheel in shower.

jessiecat83 · 08-25-2001, 02:31 PM

It would be so fun going to Disneyworld

Cris · 08-26-2001, 05:37 AM

One perk is users and their guets don't have to wait in line.

glittergirl · 08-28-2001, 12:47 PM

I am going to go to Disnet next June (2002) and the disney cruise...let you in on WHY later

.

XOXOXOX

~*~*~Cilly~*~*~

08-15-2001, 04:56 PM	#1
trm98 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 9	Disneyworld I am a c2-c3 quadriplegic. My family is planning a Christmas vacation to Disneyworld. Has anyone been to Disneyworld post paralysis? What accomidations do they provide for the handicaped and what is the weather like? Thanks

08-16-2001, 04:50 AM	#4
kngtreeman Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: naples florida usa Posts: 167	disney in orlando florida trm i live in naples about 2.5 hours south of disney in orlando/i recently went to disney.we stayed at the travel lodge on rt 29 about 5 miles from disney.they have a tour bus that leaves and takes you back.it was accesable.i dont know how accesable the tram their is we took the ferri across to the island.once inside everything is accesable.their wer many rides i did not want to ride being" complete injury".such as :space mountain.these rides have hard seats .take an extra cusion.i did not want folks gouking as i lowered myself down into the ride.and even wors trying to get back into my chair from down their.being in a chair youll be right up front.you and your party will love the no lines.also right now is the perfect time to go.kids just started school down hear and all the seasonal residents are up north.make sure ya drink plenty of water.i found it very hot.never once had a pissin contest.seemed i sweat it out rather than piss my pants.keep us posted on how your travels went .have fun scott r

08-16-2001, 06:39 AM	#5
sextonjt Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Fort Myers, FL USA Posts: 59	Access in theme parks I live in Fort Myers, Florida, and have traveled to Orlando every year for the past several years. There are something like 100,000 hotel rooms in the greater Orlando area, so you shouldn't have any trouble finding accessible rooms. Your best bet would be to stay at a Disney hotel if you can afford it. The most convenient ones are the ones that are actually on the monorail line: the Contemporary, Polynesian and Grand Floridian. You will find that the level of access varies somewhat. Most of the rides in the Magic Kingdom were contstructed in the 1970's, so there are a few limitations on access at some of them. Everything at EPCOT, MGM and Animal Kingdom is accessible. There are special procedures for some of the rides like entering through what would be the exit for everyone else. Be sure to ask the park staff for details. There are also guidebooks for disabled people at the parks. The best overall guidebook generally is "The Unofficial Guide to Disney World," and is well worth purchasing and reading in advance. This book offers reviews and tips on avoiding lines. They have a chapter called "Dumbo or Death: seeing the Magic Kingdom in one day." We've followed their suggestions and had great success. Also don't limit yourself to just Disney. My favorite theme park is Universal Studios Florida. I've been very impressed with their accessibility and accommodation to disabled guests. They are top notch, and the Terminator 3D show is the best single theme park attraction anywhere. Sea World is also very good. Please feel free to contact me directly if you have specific questions. - Joe

08-16-2001, 07:30 AM	#6
narc Guest Posts: n/a	Dizhotels Been there twice. The cheapest Dizhotels are the All Star Music and Sport theme hotels. They are not connected to the monorail but have excellent shuttle bus service and the buses are lift equipped. My room had a wheel in shower.

08-25-2001, 02:31 PM	#7
jessiecat83 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 7	I wish I could go to It would be so fun going to Disneyworld

08-15-2001, 06:18 PM	#2
Scorpion Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Colorado Posts: 5,650	The weather right after Christmas might be ideal, not too hot, not too cold. I've been to Disney in Orlando post, SCI, and the parks (Magic Kingdom, Epcot Center, Disney/MGM Studios) are very accessible. A lot of the attractions have spots for your wheelchair, and when I went, my party got to go to the front of the line on everything. ~Rus

08-15-2001, 07:28 PM	#3
harper Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: 4 corners, NM, USA Posts: 64	trm, i visited dizworld a few years ago and found it a very enjoyable experience...there is a book available with tips and dizworld has a pamphlet they will send you, as well,,,,when i went my family stayed in a dizworld resort hotel and rode the mouse-transit system to all of the attractions...bottom line was it was comparable in price compared to a hotel and rental vehicle...was much easier...and gave us the most time actually enjoying the joint...least accessible of the major parks...fantasyland...best...all others...there were places i couldn't go and rides i couldn't ride because i had no help to lift me but i didn't fret...just enjoyed the things i could do...bon voyage!...tedEbear

08-26-2001, 05:37 AM	#8
Cris Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Melbourne, FL USA Posts: 1,300	Very acesible One perk is users and their guets don't have to wait in line.

08-28-2001, 12:47 PM	#9
glittergirl Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Austin, Texas, USA Posts: 366	I cant wait I am going to go to Disnet next June (2002) and the disney cruise...let you in on WHY later . XOXOXOX ~~~Cilly~~~

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