GUEST: BETHANY FORSYTH ON DISNEY WORLD

Today I'm joined by my sister/best friend for my VERY FIRST guest episode. Bethany is an expert in all things Disney World. She shares with us some of her favorite things to pack, favorite rides, treats, and other tips and tricks to use when you're vacationing at Walt Disney World. Subscribe to her YouTube channel, Forsyth Family Footage, and follow along on Instagram to learn more!

Forsyth Family Footage: https://www.youtube.com/@forsythfamilyfootage52
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethanyforsyth44/

5 Packing Essentials for Disney World:
1) Rain gear--stroller cover, poncho/umbrella/rain jacket, waterproof shoes
2) Moleskin
3) Sunscreen
4) Cooling aids--portable fan, cooling towel, etc.
5) EXTERNAL CHARGER--not mentioned in the episode, but definitely an essential per Bethany!*

Top Thrill Rides:
1) Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom (Bethany's all time favorite ride!)
2) Space Mountain in Magic Kingdom
3) Tower of Terror in Hollywood Studios
4) Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind in Epcot
5) Expedition Everest in Animal Kingdom

Top Family Rides:
1) Kilimanjaro Safari and Navi River Journey in Animal Kingdom
2) Pirates of the Caribbean and Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom
3) Toy Story Mania in Hollywood Studios
4) Frozen, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, Spaceship Earth, Nemo, Figment, 3 Caballeros in Epcot.*
-->Almost all the rides in Epcot are family friendly. The only rides with height requirements are: Soarin', Test Track, Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewing, and Mission Space.*

Top Things to do Besides Rides:
1) Shows--Festival of the Lion King is Bethany's favorite, but she loves them all!
2) Meeting Characters
3) Shopping, especially in Disney Springs

Other Disney YouTubers Bethany Recommends:
1) Mammoth Club (Molly, Alan, and Max)--vlog style, current information, Disney history, and food
(https://www.youtube.com/@Mammoth_Club)
2) Disney Food Blog--news style information
(https://www.youtube.com/@DFBGuide)
3) Once Upon a Bron (Bronwyn)--vlog style, entertainment
(https://www.youtube.com/@OnceUponaBron)

Food:
1) Favorite Character Meal: Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom with the Hundred Acre Wood friends (Honorable Mention: Tusker House at Animal Kingdom)
2) Favorite Fancy Dinner: Topolino's Terrace at the Riviera Resort
(Honorable Mention: Steakhouse 71 in the Contemporary)*
3) Favorite Lounge: Nomad Lounge in Animal Kingdom
4) Favorite Quick Service: Woody's Lunchbox in Hollywood Studios
Pro tip: Don't forget to mobile order early!

Things Bethany Would Skip Out On/Possible Mistakes:
1) Park hopper
2) Staying on Disney property
3) Over scheduling/not giving enough transportation time
4) Paying for water
5) Not researching ahead of time and not following along Forsyth Family Footage :)

Bethany's Favorite Disney Small Shops:
1) Once Upon a Bron (https://onceuponabron.com)
2) Gingerbread Couture (https://gingerbreadcouture.com)
3) By Ky Studios (https://by-ky-studios.myshopify.com)
4) Magic Castle Embroidery (https://www.magicalcastleembroidery.com)

Keep in mind these are small shop and they may close temporarily as they are mostly one woman businesses. As Bethany was making this list, two shops are closed until later this spring.

*Not actually mentioned in the episode