Bass Fishing
Even sport fishermen's dreams really do come true at Walt Disney World Resort, where trophy-sized largemouth bass in the 14-pound range sometimes lurk in lakes and canals almost within casting distance of Cinderella Castle. But this fish story gets even better: "Wannabe" sports fishermen's dreams also come true. On fishing excursions led by expert bass guides, guests with lots of experience -- or with little or no fishing experience -- can all enjoy the exhilarating thrill of a feisty largemouth "striking." The two-hour excursions are for a party of up to five people and are on a boat stocked for the excursion with rods, reels and other fishing gear, cold drinks, and a camera to prove you're not telling "fish stories." Information and reservations are available by calling 407/WDW-PLAY.
Parasailing
The sky is the limit when guests take a parasailing adventure high above Bay Lake. Single and tandem fliers can have a bird's-eye view of Magic Kingdom at altitudes nearing 600 feet for 8 to 10 minutes. Instead of the traditional water approach, the uniquely designed boat enables a "dry" take-off and landing from the back of the boat. For "flight" times guests may call 407/939-0754.
Pools
Unique theming at each Walt Disney World resort offers guests many different options for pool adventures -- such as a three-acre, 750,000-gallon mini-water park with pirate shipwreck and sand-bottom pools at Disney's Yacht Club Resort and Disney's Beach Club Resort, or a cascading five-story waterfall on the side of a Mayan pyramid at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. For more information, guests may call 407/824-4321.Water Parks
Slides, sunshine, shrieks, screams, surf, splashes. Water fun is a main event at the birthplace of the water park. With the opening of River Country in 1976, America had its first official water park. Now Walt Disney World Resort has two water parks, Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon. Information about water park hours is available by calling Walt Disney World guest information (407/824-4321) or by visiting www.disneyworld.com.
