If you are planning to come to the Walt Disney World Resort during the first quarter of the year, you would expect the crowds to have died down after all of the holiday festivities, right? Well, yes, but also no. Even after Christmas and New Years, the crowds will still stick around for a while due to some work facilities and school buildings remaining closed for the winter holidays. However, if you follow these tips and tricks, then you will have a chance to beat the crowds when visiting the resort during the first quarter of the year. 

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Arrive Early

This may seem simple to you, but arriving early can make a big difference in your park day. Getting to the parks early means that you get to go on the rides you have been itching to hop aboard and enjoy the park without the opening-hour crowds.

Walk Through The Stores

One way to walk right down the middle of Main Street USA is to go through the stores. Not only this will get you to the front of the parks easier, but it will also give you a break in the air conditioning before heading back outside again (especially on those scorching summer days). 

Take Advantage of the My Disney Experience App‍

Inside this special app, you can use it to check for wait times on your favorite rides, mobile orders at several of the quick-service restaurants, and check for times for parades and other entertainment. Then, you can be flexible when a shift in times comes in the way of your park day.

Use the Daytime/Nighttime Entertainment as your Great Escape

When other guests will be too busy gaping at the sight of Mickey's Mgaical Friendship Faire or the Luminous the Symphony of Us fireworks, use these spectacles as away to get in line for some of your favorite rides as they will have some shorter wait times compared to during the day.

Have Backup Transportation Options

After a long day of playing in the parks, you would want to head back to your hotel to rest up for the next day. However, there can be some difficulties when it comes to catching the bus or the ferry back to your hotel. The good news is that Walt Disney World has a variety of options for transportation such as buses, ferries, the Minnie Van services, and even taxis. You can consider one of these options to get back to your hotel asquick as a flash.