Disney Trip Report – April 2026

Disney Trip Report – April 2026

Family of 3: Mom, Dad & 7-Year-Old Daughter

Resort: Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

Overview

We spent several days at Disney in April 2026, staying at the Four Seasons Orlando. We paired early park entry with shorter park days, typically leaving in the early afternoon and returning to the resort to relax at the pool. Each afternoon, we enjoyed poolside service—margaritas for the adults and snacks for everyone—which became a favorite daily routine.

Overall Approach

Premier Pass on all days to maximize efficiency in the parks

Utilized the Four Seasons’ bus transportation to parks

Kept park days relatively short and did not push 7-year old to stay longer than she was able to stay

Prioritized daily pool time and relaxation in the afternoons

The combination of efficient park strategy and resort downtime made for a smooth, enjoyable trip!

Animal Kingdom (Early Entry → 2 PM)

Attractions:

Expedition Everest

Na’vi River Journey – the most underwhelming ride of the park

Avatar Flight of Passage

Kilimanjaro Safaris

Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail

Feathered Friends in Flight – our favorite attraction of the park

Festival of the Lion King Show

Food:

Breakfast at Drinkwallah (breakfast sandwiches)

Lunch at Satu’li Canteen (shrimp bowls)

Popcorn

Notes:

We took advantage of early entry to cover the major rides efficiently. A mid-day rain shower moved through, but it did not significantly disrupt plans as we had ponchos and an umbrella.

Souvenirs:

T-shirts

Mickey Mouse ears

Bubble wand

Two stuffed animals (Pandora)

Afternoon Routine:

Returned to the Four Seasons for pool time and poolside service (margaritas, chips and guac)

Dinner at Ravello (branzino, short ribs, pasta, tomato and mozzarella bread) – delicious and would go back!

Magic Kingdom (Early Entry → 5 PM)

Attractions:

Peter Pan’s Flight – the most underwhelming ride of the park

Winnie the Pooh

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train – our favorite attraction of the park

Carousel

Dumbo

It’s a Small World

Speedway

PeopleMover

Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin

Haunted Mansion

Under the Sea – Little Mermaid

Aladdin’s Magic Carpets

Swiss Family Treehouse

Jungle Cruise

Pirates of the Caribbean

TRON Lightcycle Run

Food:

Breakfast at Friar’s Nook (donuts, breakfast sandwiches)

Lunch at Be Our Guest (french onion soup, salads, steak)

Funnel cake at Sleepy Hollow

Ice cream at Sunshine Tree Terrace

Souvenirs:

Pirate hat and sword

Lollipop

Afternoon Routine:

Returned to the Four Seasons for pool time and poolside service.

Dinner at Lake House (salads, burgers)

Hollywood Studios (10 AM → 2 PM)

Attractions:

Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

Toy Story Mania

Slinky Dog Dash – our favorite attraction of the park

Alien Swirling Saucers

Star Tours – the least favorite of the park

Food: Ronto Wraps

Additional: Photo with Chip & Dale

Souvenirs:

T-shirt

Character toy

Morning Routine:

Character breakfast at the Four Seasons (Mickey, Minnie, Goofy); excellent variety and quality.

Afternoon Routine:

Returned to the Four Seasons for pool time and poolside service (drinks in coconut shells, variety of snacks)

DJ playing at the pool

Daughter went to the kids’ club for a bit.

EPCOT (10 AM → 1 PM)

Attractions:

Spaceship Earth

Living with the Land – our favorite attraction of the park

Frozen Ever After

The Seas with Nemo & Friends

Journey into Imagination – the least favorite due to the stink spray

Gran Fiesta Tour (Three Caballeros)

Test Track

Food:

Lunch at San Angel Inn (fish tacos, salad, quesadillas, black berry margarita)

Ice cream near the Frozen attraction

Souvenirs:

Backpack

Morning Routine:

Buffet breakfast at the Four Seasons before the park; again, a wide variety and excellent quality.

Afternoon Routine:

Returned to the Four Seasons for pool time and poolside service (margaritas)

Watched Finding Dory from the screen over the pool.

Dinner at Capa outside on 17th floor (wagyu flight, 1.5 lb lobster, tuna tartar, charcuterie board, sangria, champagne). The meal and overall experience were exceptional.

Watched the park fireworks from our room’s balcony.