Disney World and Disneyland: A Comparison

Yahoo Travel does a comparison of Disney World and Disneyland this week in their Smackdown series.

Personally, having been to both resorts, I can say I like them both.

First, just from a Disney perspective both of them capture the 'child' in all of us or at least most of us. I never tire of the Disney experience.

Sleeping Beauty's Castle - Disneyland

I enjoyed Disneyland as I realized that this was the original Disney.  This was the park that spawned all the development now in many countries.  A cautionary note, due to the expansion of the California park, and the continual upgrading of the park, this nostalgic reason is probably more emotionally based.  There have been many changes to the park that Walt knew best.

Cinderella's Castle - Walt Disney World

As for Disney World, I like it because of the space.  Although it can be crowded at holidays, even then there is still room to roam.  I am not a big fan of crowds, or super-long lines for attractions.

Disney World also provides a greater variety of attractions to see.  There are the theme parks and also the water parks.  Each of these is worth at least a day's visit, if not more.

There is more available on-site accommodation, albeit some of it is still a distance from the actual parks.  Transportation is available to the parks.  There is a greater chance of finding a room, and at a variety of price points.


Read the article Smackdown: Walt Disney World vs Disneyland  and see what you think.  Be sure to vote for your preference at the end.