Books with author Birnbaum Guides

Children are perhaps Walt Disney World's biggest fans. On playgrounds and in classrooms, there's always excited talk about who went to Walt Disney World and what they did each day-or minute. It has become almost a rite of passage to visit America's most popular travel destination, and kids can be wonderful sources of information. Birnbaum's Walt Disney World For Kids is tailor-made to engage youngsters and get them involved and excited about the vacation-planning process, and this year's updated edition features a bold new look! Also included in the 2015 guide are: Details on every Walt Disney World show and attraction-all written especially for kids. Plus expert advice, tips, and "reader reviews" written by kids.The low-down on where Mickey Mouse meets-and speaks-to guests in the Magic Kingdom park.There is a brand-new roller coaster in Fantasyland. Birnbaum lets kids know what to expect on the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. We give kids the scoop on the new Festival of Fantasy Parade, too.Star Wars fans can flip to the Disney's Hollywood Studios chapter for the scoop on Star Wars-related shows and attractions-including Star Tours and the Jedi Training Academy.The Festival of the Lion King show has a new home in Disney's Animal Kingdom. We'll tell kids how to catch this toe-tappin' show.Autograph pages, which Disney characters will be happy to sign at the parks!

Children are perhaps Walt Disney World’s biggest fans. On playgrounds and in classrooms, there’s always excited talk about who went to Walt Disney World and what they did each day—or minute. It has become almost a rite of passage to visit America’s most popular travel destination, and kids can be wonderful sources of information. Birnbaum's Walt Disney World For Kids is tailor-made to engage youngsters and get them involved and excited about the vacation-planning process, and this year's updated edition features a bold new look! Also included in the 2014 guide are: --New tips from real kids, plus "reader reviews" of major park attractions and shows.--Complete coverage of "New Fantasyland," including Under the Sea—Journey of the Little Mermaid, Pete's Silly Sideshow, and Casey Jr. Splash 'N' Soak Station.--A special "Magical Memories" chapter for kids to create a colorful keepsake during their Walt Disney World visit.--An expanded section meant for collecting the autographs of favorite Disney characters (You can meet lots of them at Pete's Silly Sideshow in the Magic Kingdom and at Epcot's Character Spot). --A kid-friendly description of all the shows and attractions the Walt Disney World parks have to offer.--Dozens of Hidden Mickeys to search for in all four theme parks--Handy icons to help kids select the attractions they'll like best and skip the ones that just might scare them silly.

Children are perhaps Walt Disney World’s biggest fans. On playgrounds and in classrooms, there’s always excited talk about who went to Walt Disney World and what they did each day—or minute. It has become almost a rite of passage to visit America’s most popular travel destination, and kids can be wonderful sources of information. Birnbaum's Walt Disney World For Kids is tailor-made to engage youngsters and get them involved and excited about the vacation-planning process, and this year's updated edition features a bold new look! Also included in the 2013 guide is: --more insight and advice from young readers than ever before--full coverage of all the kid-friendly attractions and entertainment the World has to offer--hundreds of eye-popping photos and Disney character illustrations for kids to enjoy--a kid-friendly lowdown on Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom, an interactive role-playing game that invites guests of all ages to help Merlin the Magician defeat an army of dastardly Disney villains.--dozens of hidden mickeys to search for in all four theme parks!--lots of specially-dedicated pages for character autographs. FYI - One of the best places to meet Mickey is in the Magic Kingdom's Exposition Hall. You can even get a Fastpass!

Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World, the most respected and well-known name in travel guides, takes readers to the world’s most popular tourist attraction. Since ours is the only guidebook that’s official, this book includes the most accurate information on prices, changes, and new attractions for 2012. Highlights include complete coverage of Walt Disney World's newest resort-in-the-making: The Art of Animation; expanded information about the ever-popular Disney Vacation Club, including details on Aulani, a deluxe Disney resort and spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii; and an insider look at Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Fantasy—a luxury ocean liner based out of Barcelona, Spain. Fans of Fantasyland will be thrilled to hear that is it now the center of the greatest growth-spurt in Magic Kingdom history! We'll deliver all the info on this happy expansion—including a description of new attraction featuring The Little Mermaid. Also, come here for the scoop on Star Tours II--an immersive 3-D journey into the beloved Star Wars realm.As always, Birnbaum will provide strategic sample itineraries; an insider's look at the newest attractions, stage shows, and restaurants; and tips for travelers of every age! And with more money-saving coupons than ever before, this guide is a must-have for every Disney World guest!

Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World, the most respected and well-known name in travel guides, takes readers to the world’s most popular tourist attraction. Since ours is the only guidebook that’s official, this book includes the most accurate information on prices, changes, and new attractions for 2010. Highlights include the scoop on "Magical Beginnings," Walt Disney World's specially tailored, money-saving vacation plan for families with pre-schoolers, and updates on Pleasure Island's new venues, eateries, and shopping opportunities.This new edition includes detailed accounts of all that's new in the World, including shows, attractions, and restaurants. Readers will relish in insider coverage of the latest eateries on the WDW scene, such as Paradiso 37 (Downtown Disney, Pleasure Island), Kouzzina by Cat Cora (BoardWalk resort), and Portobello (Downtown Disney, Pleasure Island). Also featured are updates on the ever-popular Disney Dining Plan and tips on how to book tables at popular WDW restaurants before everyone else does.

Children are perhaps Walt Disney World’s biggest fans. On playgrounds and in classrooms, there’s always excited talk about who went to Walt Disney World and what they did each day—or minute. It has become almost a rite of passage to visit America’s most popular travel destination, and kids can be wonderful sources of information. Every area and attraction of Walt Disney World is covered, with kids’ honest reactions and impressions included. There is a whole chapter devoted to each of the theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Another chapter describes the rest of Walt Disney World, including Blizzard Beach, Typhoon Lagoon, Fort Wilderness, Downtown Disney, and dining spots with kid appeal. The book is updated annually, and the 2011 edition features new insights and tips from young Birnbaum readers—our esteemed junior Disney Experts. The book contains kid-focused descriptions of what's what at Walt Disney World, including theme parks, water parks, resorts, and sports; tips on how to find healthy meals and sweet treats—not to mention veggie burgers, caramel apples, and pizza. The younger set will also love "Magical Memories"—a scrapbook chapter devoted to preserving Disney memories that includes special pages meant for Disney characters to autograph. Now kids can help plan the family vacation!

Children are perhaps Walt Disney World’s biggest fans. On playgrounds and in classrooms, there’s always excited talk about who went to Walt Disney World and what they did each day—or minute. It has become almost a rite of passage to visit America’s most popular travel destination, and kids can be wonderful sources of information. Every area and attraction of Walt Disney World is covered, with kids’ honest reactions and impressions included. There is a whole chapter devoted to each of the theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Another chapter describes the rest of Walt Disney World, including Blizzard Beach, Typhoon Lagoon, Fort Wilderness, Downtown Disney, and dining spots with kid appeal. The book is updated annually, and the 2012 edition features new insights and tips from young Birnbaum readers—our esteemed junior Disney Experts. The book contains kid-focused descriptions of what's what at Walt Disney World, including theme parks, water parks, resorts, and sports; tips on how to find healthy meals and sweet treats—not to mention veggie burgers, caramel apples, and pizza. The younger set will also love "Magical Memories"—a scrapbook chapter devoted to preserving Disney memories that includes special pages meant for Disney characters to autograph. Now kids can help plan the family vacation!

This updated edition of Birnbaum's Disneyland Resort, the most respected and well-known name in Disney guides, takes readers through Walt Disney's first theme park with ease and flair. Since our guide is the only guide that's official, this book includes the most accurate and current information on prices and attractions. Here are some of the highlights for the 2012 guide: If you haven't been to Disney California Adventure lately, you are in for a big surprise. It's been "reimagined" and has dozens of new opportunities for fun. Among them: The Little Mermaid-Ariel's Undersea Adventure (an attraction featuring the Little Mermaid) and World of Color (a dazzling nighttime water show). And that's not all! We'll offer details on future attractions, including those in Cars Land-a new area of the park featuring friends from Radiator Springs. Also, there's exciting news for Star Wars fans: Star Tours II is touching down in Disneyland Park's Tomorrowland. Birnbaum has the scoop on this high-flying 3-D thriller.And for those who can't decide between a Disney Cruise and a Disneyland vacation, Disney Cruise Line now has a ship permanently based on the west coast! We'll explain how to pair a trip to Disneyland with a voyage aboard the Disney Wonder. Also included is information on the recent renovation of Disneyland's original resort--the Disneyland Hotel. Birnbaum has the lowdown on hotel enhancements such as redesigned rooms, a new pool theme, and a new restaurant! Our guide is also the only one allowed to feature Disney characters. And Birnbaum's Disneyland Resort is the most comprehensive guidebook, offering complete information on the Magic Kingdom, Disney's California Adventure, and Downtown Disney, as well as details about Anaheim area attractions, things to do in Los Angeles, and special driving routes around Southern California. This is the only guide to Disneyland that readers need, entirely updated every year.

Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World, the most respected and well-known name in travel guides, takes readers to the world’s most popular tourist attraction. Since ours is the only guidebook that’s official, this book includes the most accurate information on prices, changes, and new attractions for 2010. Highlights include the scoop on "Magical Beginnings," Walt Disney World's specially tailored, money-saving vacation plan for families with pre-schoolers, and updates on Pleasure Island's new venues, eateries, and shopping opportunities.This new edition includes detailed accounts of all that's new in the World, including shows, attractions, restaurants, and lounges; updates on ticket structures and advice on how to pick what's right for you; current coverage of the latest eateries on the WDW scene, such as Sanaa (at Animal Kingdom Lodge), The Wave (at the Contemporary), and T-Rex: A Pre-historic Family Adventure; and expanded descriptions of WDW's famous "character meals"--restaurants that let guests mingle with Mickey Mouse, Goofy, and the rest of the gang while enjoying breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We'll also feature fresh hot tips and new strategies for stretching your Disney vacation dollar!

Birnbaum’s Disney guides take to the high seas with this comprehensive look at the Disney Cruise Line and all the events, activities, and ports of call to sample aboard the Wonder and the Magic. In “Before You Sail,” receive advice on what to do and pack prior to your journey. Then get a deck-by-deck, cabin-by-cabin introduction to your vacation “home,” as well as personal dining tips, from midday snacks to gourmet dinners. Find out the characters’ favorite hangouts, and, for adults only—find out some of our little-known hideaways. The guide also includes a chapter on Ports of Call to help you decide which tours and shore excursions to take, plus a fun-filled guide to activities for kids of all ages—tots and teens and in-betweens. Additionally, we’ll show you where to massage your cares away, the best places to be after dark, how to celebrate in style whether you’re just married or renewing your vows, marking a special birthday or anniversary, or just rejoicing, and the secrets to planning a successful family reunion.Disney now has four cruise ships! This year’s edition includes stem-to-stern coverage of the Disney Magic, the Disney Wonder, and the Disney Dream, including new dining selections, deck parties, and stage shows. Plus, the Disney Fantasy joins Disney Cruise Line's fleet in 2012! Birnbaum has all the details on this majestic, Barcelona-based ship. With new ships come dozens of new ports. We'll provide handy pointers on these ports of call and the excursions offered at each of them. Come here for info to help you pick the ship and travel itinerary that works best for you. And as always, guests will find coverage of the methodically selected shore excursions deemed outstanding by Birnbaum editors.

Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World Dining Guide is a complete diner’s guide to what’s where in the World. What do they serve? How good is it? How much will it cost? It’s all here. Our personally rated taste-tested temptations include: who serves the best PB&J, where to sup with Snow White, and why turkey legs are the most popular snack food in the World.Our updated 2012 edition includes tips on how to stretch the tightest budget and get the most out of the Disney Dining Plan--and updates on eateries currently participating in the Disney Dining Plan. Readers will also find detailed descriptions of the newest eateries and lounges at Walt Disney World, including Via Napoli at Epcot's World Showcase. We'll also give guests a sneak peak at new dining experiences such as the character-hosted meals at the soon-to-be-completed Beast's Castle in the Magic Kingdom.Indispensible advice will help guests snag hard-to-get reservations and book those tables far in advance. This year's guide also features revised indexes to help guests select dining destinations that best suit their needs (and budgets).

In Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World Without Kids, the most respected and well-known name in travel guides takes adult readers through the world’s most popular tourist attraction. Because our guide is the only guide that’s official, this book includes the most accurate information on prices and attractions. None of the other guides have access to the information that our authors do. This book focuses on the resorts, attractions, restaurants, and special places that adults will most enjoy and probably never realized existed. This year’s edition is packed with information about Walt Disney World's newest shows and attractions that appeal to the young-at-heart; updated tips and suggestions for Disney After Dark--including the newest restaurants and lounges; and expanded coverage of the most recent additions to the Disney Vacation Club: Kadani Village at Animal Kingdom Lodge and the Bay Lake Tower at Contemporary resort. We'll also include the low-down on Downtown Disney's newest shops and restaurants. Check here for details on each and every one!