Walt Disney World For Teens

Can teens really have fun at a place like Walt DisneyProgram along with the Seas Aqua Tour using a
World? Absolutely! Actually, be prepared to have theScuba Assisted Snorkel unit (snorkelers swim on the
time of your life. It's a safe place to assert somesurface with a built-in flotation device while breathing
independence from your parents, a place you'll nevercompressed air from a regulator attached to a small
forget. Here are some of the best experiences fortank) are two of the most exciting behind-the-scenes
teens at "The Most Magical Place on Earth":tours offered in all of Walt Disney World. Dives
Have a Splashing Good Time at Disney's Water Parksinclude all equipment, but be sure to bring a bathing
For a blast of a time, head to one of Disney's twosuit. DiveQuest is open to certified divers, but those
water parks. Blizzard Beach has a melting alpine resortages 14 and under need to dive along with a parent
theme where chairlifts carry swimmers instead ofor guardian. The Seas Aqua Tour is open to
skiers. It's a place for daredevils to challenge wild,participants under age 18 as long as they are
rushing water and death-defying slides including theaccompanied by a participating adult. Call
Summit Plummet, a 120-foot slide reaching speeds of407-WDW-TOUR for reservations.
60 miles per hour. Those a bit less adventuresomeSurf's Up at Typhoon Lagoon
will love Typhoon Lagoon, a tropical fantasyland"Hang 10" before park opening hours in the
offering a wave pool with the tallest simulated2.75-million-gallon wave pool (some waves as high as
waves in the world as well as a chance to snorkel6 feet tall!) under the guidance of professional
among tropical fish, leopard and nurse sharks, andinstructors with surfboards provided. Guests must
picturesque coral at Shark Reef.furnish their own transportation to the park since
Live it Up at Downtown DisneyDisney buses are not up and running that early in the
After the parks close hop a bus from your Disneymorning, and those under age 18 must have a signed
resort for a night on the town at Downtown Disney.waiver from their parents to participate. Call
Highlights include Disney Quest with five floors of407-WDW-PLAY for reservations.
interactive games, a 24-screen AMC Theater, aWhite-Knuckle Riding at Richard Petty Driving
Cirque du Soleil show, and over 60 shops andExperience
restaurants. Favorite dining choices for the youngerLying next to the Magic Kingdom is this speedway
crowd are Planet Hollywood and Rainforestwhere white-knuckle rides in a NASCAR Winston
Café. And definitely consider House of BluesCup-style race car are offered. If you are at least 16
where teens are allowed to attend some of theyou can participate in the Ride-Along Program where
almost daily concerts in their live music venueyou'll ride shotgun at speeds of up to 145 mph for
next-door.three laps around the track with an experienced
Cool Off at One of Disney''s Resort Poolsinstructor (riders 16 or 17 years of age must be
When your parents are wondering which resort toaccompanied by a parent or legal guardian). Even
book for your Disney vacation, be sure and put yourmore exciting, those ages 18 and older can drive the
two cents in and steer them toward one with acar themselves after an introductory class. If you
great pool. Disney's very best uniquely themed poolsjust want to observe you can do so for no charge.
include the Yacht and Beach Club's Stormalong Bay, aCall 800-BE-PETTY for advance reservations.
3-acre mini-water park, the Swan and Dolphin's lush,Head for a Theme Parks
grotto-style lagoon pool, the boulder-strewnLast but certainly not least are the theme parks. If
wonderland at the Wilderness Lodge with its veryyou're staying on Disney property it's a cinch to
own erupting geyser, and the Volcano Pool at theboard a monorail or a Disney bus and head out to
Polynesian Resort with its luxuriant waterfall, smokingthe parks on your own.
peak, and perfect views of Cinderella's Castle.At the Magic Kingdom you'll find all the old nostalgic
Plan Some Watersport Funfavorites like Space Mountain and Pirates of the
Disney's Contemporary Resort is the place forCaribbean. And don't forget to head straight to
water-ski, parasail, wakeboard, kneeboard, and jet-skiSplash Mountain, an unforgettable ride that ends in a
action under the guidance of a professional instructor.plunge over a 5-story waterfall! Epcot's main
There's nothing better than a bird's-eye-view of theattractions for fun-loving teens are Soarin' a fun
Magic Kingdom as you parasail high above the Sevenhang-gliding experience in front of an IMAX size
Seas Lagoon. And the action down below on Bayscreen, Mission Space, a hair-raising rocket into space,
Lake is a blast! For reservations call 407-WDW-PLAYand Test Track where you'll speed through hairpin
up to 180 days in advance, and be sure to bring aturns and then barrel outside onto a high-speed
parent along to sign a waiver to participate if you'rebanking loop at over 60 mph. At Disney-MGM Studios
under age 18.you'll be floored by Rock 'N' Roller Coaster and The
Pilot Your Own BoatTwilight Zone Tower of Terror, both a thrill a minute.
What could be more fun than renting a Sea Raycer,Then there's the Animal Kingdom where a trip around
a 2-seater mini-power boat perfect for zipping aroundthe African savanna at Kilimanjaro Safaris, back in
Disney's waterways and lakes. It's a great pastimetime 65 million years at Dinosaur, and a trip to the
for teens with a valid driver's license (those under 18Himalayas at Expedition Everest are quite the
must bring along a parent to sign a waiver). You'll getadventure.
the most bang for your buck at one of the resortsSuper thrill seekers should plan a day at Universal
near the Magic Kingdom (the Contemporary,Orlando's Islands of Adventure where attractions like
Polynesian, Grand Floridian, or Wilderness Lodge)the Incredible Hulk Coaster, Dueling Dragons, and The
where you'll find miles of recreation on the SevenAmazing Adventures of Spiderman will leave your
Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake.heart pounding.
Scuba and Snorkel at Epcot's Living SeasSo do you still think Disney is just for kids? I bet you
Scuba dive or snorkel in The Living Seascan't wait to pack your bags. And don't forget to
5.7-million-gallon saltwater aquarium amid a variety ofthank your parents on your return home for taking
sharks, rays, fish, and turtles. Epcot's DiveQuestyou to one of the most exciting places on the planet.