Some Little Known Tips for Challenges at WDW.

The DAS isn't the only accommodation Disney has for guests.  Here are some tips for more specific needs- I hope they help!

1. Every Restaurant in WDW is Safe for Food Allergies- So often eating out is challenging for people with food allergies or other diet restrictions.  That can make traveling even harder, but WDW has safe options at any restaurant. I once spoke with a cast member in dining that said one little boy said his favorite part of the vacation was being able to eat wherever they wanted, and at one meal he had a special dessert delivered just for him. Contact special.diets@DisneyWorld.com  to be sure of all policies and how to be sure you are safe.

Gluten Free!

2. Service Animals are Welcome- Not only are service animals welcome in the parks, they are welcome on many of the attractions and rides! No, they of course can't ride any of the mountains... or even Peter Pan (because you can fly!) but your trusted 4 legged assistant is able to join you on Buzz Lightyear, "it's a small world", Toy Story Mania, and most other attractions. The waltdisneyworld.com website offers information about relief areas and appropriate attractions.

This service Animal Relief Area is in the Norway Pavillon.

3. The Resorts Have Wheelchair Rentals- If you are staying at a Disney resort and need to rent a wheelchair try the resort first. The rental fee is less and more importantly you have it with you all of the time. Traveling from buses or the parking lots can be quite a distance if you have mobility issues. Wheelchairs and EVC's rented in the parks have to stay in those parks. That leaves you without them a lot of the time, especially getting back to the resort after a long day in the parks.

4. You Can Rent a Large (Special Needs) Stroller- If you have a family member that needs a stroller, and yours won't fit in your car, you can rent one. Orlando Stroller Rentals, Kingdom Strollers and other private companies have the Liberty Push Stroller available and they will deliver it to your resort, complete with a rain cover, and a cooler. If you plan to use the Disney bus system it is important to rent the travel system too, otherwise you will be required to get out of the stroller and fold it up. Just remember to book it before you leave!

5. Stroller as a Wheelchair- Many areas of WDW ask you to park your stroller outside. If you have a family member that needs their stroller in the queue, at a show, or restaurants there is a tag to identify your stroller as a wheelchair. Age doesn't matter, just explain the need at guest services and they will get you all set up!

Stroller Parking in EPCOT

I hope these tips help! Please feel free to comment on this blog, Facebook or Twitter if you have any questions. I'll get back to you quickly.

Thank you Debbie Eaton for the photos!