(15 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Sara Hedervare

Owatonna, MN
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Walt Disney World Weather Strategies

Moroccan Pavilion in Epcot
Moroccan Pavilion in Epcot

Florida weather is no joke! Orlando. typically sees temperatures as high as 103 degrees Fahrenheit with a humidity that rarely goes below fifty percent and the following day it could be raining. That is why it is vital to have a plan in place when Mother nature reeks havoc in your perfectly planned Disney Day. Having back up plans for your park days, allows not even mother nature to "rain on your parade"! 


A simple back up plan is to take a midday break during the hottest part of the day. This is why it is so convenient to stay on Disney property. This allows you to accommodate for the hottest part of the day as well as enjoy the break! Why sweat it out waiting for an attraction that you will be overheated to really enjoy; when you could go for a quick swim, take a nap or just put your feet up back at your resort.


There are multiple options to beat the heat or avoid the rain within the parks themselves. Out of all the parks I think that Magic Kingdom has some the best options. My absolute favorite way to beat the heat is to grab a Dole Whip from Aloha Island and then go into the Enchanted Tiki room. There is rarely a wait and you can bring food into this show. Its a great way to enjoy your Dole Whip, rather than scrabbling to find a place to sit,. Other great options are Country Bear Jamboree, Mickey's Philhar magic, Monster's INC Laugh Floor and the Hall of Presidents. None of these shows typically have a long wait time and are indoors and air conditioned. In Tomorrowland, my favorite option is Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress. This is a fantastic option for heat or rain as I have never seen it exceed a 15-minute wait. This is a lovely show showcasing the marvel of the evolution of technology and is about a 20-minute-long show.   


A tried-and-true strategy to avoid the midday heat is to have a late lunch reservation. This “forces” you to take a break at this time. You are guaranteed a rest in a much cooler setting. Sometimes just sitting for a bit will really rejuvenate you. This can also be a budget saver too, as lunch prices generally are more cost effective.


Another option is to ride the Monorail or Skyliner. Now this option will only work to beat the heat. Depending on the severity of the weather, these transportation options may not be available. I highly recommend using these transportation systems to either enjoy a cool down while visiting the parks. Or use them as transportation to resort hop. This is an option that guests can use, even if you are not staying at a Walt Disney World resort. A popular trend is stopping at each resort stop on the loop (The Contemporary, The Grand Floridian and The Polynesian) and having an adult beverage or snack or heck both you are on vacation, at each location! Similarly, you can use the Skyliner to explore Disney’s Riviera, Disney’s Caribbean Beach, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort.


These are just some options that are available for guests. For more helpful tips and tricks be sure to reach out. I look forward to chatting with you!

My Reviews

Excellent Vacation!
Sara gave us lots of options within our budget for our vacation to St Lucia. She answered all our questions in a timely manner and was always just a phone call away. We chose Sandals Halcyon Beach. Of the 3 Sandals resorts on St. Lucia this was the less expensive and smaller resort of the 3. We were a bit hesitant as we read social media reviews and read some of the comments - and now we believe you just can't satisfy some people. We absolutely loved the resort! The grounds were absolutely gorgeous! Many swimming pools to choose from, and the beach was beautiful. Cannot say enough good things about the service - top notch! And of course the drinks and food were delicious! We've been to larger resorts before but we prefer the smaller resort. Takes you only a few minutes to get back to your room if you forget something - and we always felt safe! Highly recommend!
By  Wolfpack2025  from  North Carolina
Traveled to  St. Lucia Island | St. Lucia | Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Sister trip
Sarah gave us great options for destinations, and helped throughout the planning process and even when we had questions during our trip. She was easy to work with, and we had a wonderful time!
By  Paula  from  Worthington, MN
Traveled to  Jamaica | Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Sara Hedervare responded:
Gald to help! I am so happy you had a wonderful trip with your sisters!

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Wonderful sisters trip to Jamaica!
Sara did a wonderful job planning the perfect trip for myself and my two sisters. She found many options for us, after listening to our wants and needs, for our vacation. Sara responded to questions quickly during the planning process and even while we were on the trip (on a Sunday) and had a last minute change, that we needed help with. We would highly recommend Sara as a travel agent.
By  CSP  from  Montego Bay
Traveled to  Jamaica | Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Sara Hedervare responded:
Connie thanks so much! You were wonderful t o work with and I am happy to hear that you and y our sisters enjoyed your trip!

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Costa Rica Honeymoon
We had a great time in Costa Rica. Both of the resorts were excellent and the transportation between the resorts and to and from the airport were very well handled. The restaurant at Los Altos left quite a bit to be desired.
By  JVR  from  Menomonie, WI
Traveled to  Costa Rica | Central America
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Helped us to actually take a trip on a cruise.
Ease of talking details with her. Very polite when contacting her.
By  Fun  from  Mn.
Traveled to  Canada
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Sara Hedervare responded:
I am so happy to hear that you and your friends had a good time. Glad to help you plan out the details so that you enjoyed your cruise! -Sara

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