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[Disney Franatic]

Originally Posted by Sandra Bostwick

Hello! It looks like there are some good answers here. Remember that getting on and off attractions could be a bit taxing on your knees, and walking in the parks can be a real test of stamina. Just stay aware of how the terrain effects your energy level.

Hope you have fun!

Luckily, I will have my prince charming with me who will help me on and off the attractions.

[lanejudy]

Originally Posted by Teresa

I'm going to add my 2 cents: I agree with everyone else.
Go ahead and get it, telling them what sort of assistance you might need (no stairs, place to sit to wait instead of standing in a large queue, etc.).
Then, if you don't need it, don't worry about it. The problem isn't with having it and not using it, but with needing it and not having it (and then having to go all the way to Guest Services to pick one up). Remember - you only need to get it once, at one park, and it's good for your entire stay and for all parks.

Agree with all, however with regards to the bolded above - there are no guarantees to be provided a place to sit while waiting in lines. Very few queues have benches and those that do will not require the seating be vacated for anyone - first come first serve regardless of need. Disney's response to a need to sit in line is to use a wheelchair or ECV.

OP should definitely request a stamp to avoid stairs and slow moving walkways. I also second the idea of considering an ECV - park it occasionally if you don't wish to ride all day, but you'll have it when needed as there is a LOT of walking.

Enjoy your vacation!

[PamelaK]

Lanejudy, you are correct that there are no guarantees to be provided a place to sit while waiting in lines. However, mentioning that to the CM at Guest Services gives them a better idea of what stamp to put on the GAC. We always mention that with my daughter, as she can't stand/walk for extended periods of time and stairs cause extra problems with her knees. They usually give her a "Use Alternate Entrance" stamp and explain that the distance and/or wait MAY be a little shorter than with the regular entrance and she can avoid stairs. She normally has her wheelchair, but occasionally she wants to walk because her bum is sore from sitting, so she uses the GAC.