[nabs-l] The Disney Parks In Orlando

[David]

Are these Braille maps actually maps, or more like directions and
descriptions?
David
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My map reading skills are so so, but it's good to know they exist.
I'll check out that site Patrick, thanks for the info.
>From David

On 4/6/11, Patrick Molloy <ptrck.molloy at gmail.com> wrote:
> David,
> It's interesting that you bring this up. I just got back from my
> senior trip to Disney World a couple of weeks ago. Disney is extremely
> good about helping not just blind people, but everyone. If you go to
> guest services, there are Braille maps that you can look at. Also, if
> you don't want to have a two-hour wait for rides (yes, some are in
> fact two hours), I suggest you look into getting a GAC. The GAC or
> guest assistance card is a pass that you get at guest services. It
> jumps you ahead in any line and gets you in the front row of
> rides/shows. One site to check out if you're a first-time Disney
> visitor (aside from the Disney site itself), is:
> www.allears.net
>
> This site was incredibly useful to me, because it gives incredibly
> detailed descriptions of every ride. There is also a section on
> disabilities which was definitely worth a read. If you have any other
> questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
> Hope this Helps,
> Patrick
>
> On 4/6/11, David Dunphy <djdrocks4ever at gmail.com> wrote:
>> Hi All!
>> It's not normal that I come to this list for help, but I'm hoping my
>> question will generate some good discussion and maybe some helpful
>> suggestions too.
>> While at convention this year, I plan to take some time to go visit
>> the various disney attractions like Epcott, magic Kingdom, etc. Gotta
>> be a  kid when you can, right?
>> Since I couldn't stay post conventino, I'm not able to take the tours
>> Sheryl is offering sadly, but that's neither here nor there.
>> What I'm wondering is this.
>> Have any of you gone to the parks yourselves before or with amily?
>> What was navigation like? This will be my first time going to an
>> amusement park type place without tons of sighted people with me, so
>> I'm looking for any tips in navigating such an environment without
>> getting incredibly lost in such a huge place. Travel is not my
>> strength, but that certainly doesn't mean I'm going to shy away from
>> the challenges it presents.
>> Looking forward to reading what people have to say.
>> >From David
>>
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