Over 500 color photographs highlight this beautiful yet remarkably thorough Walt Disney World guide, a straightforward, fun-to-read book that rates and reviews nearly 700 attractions, restaurants and hotels. Theme parks are the heart of the book. Each ride and show is showcased on its own page or pages, with an insightful description, frank review and specs such as hour-by-hour wait times and often quirky bonuses such as Fun Finds and Hidden Mickeys.   The guidebook shows unusual attention to detail. Comprehensive hotel reviews spotlight discount rates, room quality and decor (with photos!) and fun swimming pool features. An Activities chapter uncovers unique experiences outside the parks, whether expensive or free. New for 2011, a Walt Disney World A-Z section is an exhaustive Disney planning encyclopedia. Telephone and Internet directories hold hundreds of useful listings. Smartly organized with color-coded chapters, the book makes it easy to find what you need. Moms will love the guidebook¿s thoughtful focus on children. Included are creative ways to involve kids in planning a Disney vacation, ¿fear factors¿ for every ride and show, and many ¿family matters¿ theme-park tips. A Character Guide reveals where to meet Mickey Mouse as well as 80 other Disney stars. The book was written by parents who have visited Disney World nearly 2,000 times. The Walt Disney Company has designated ¿The Complete Walt Disney World¿ an Outstanding Family Product through its iParenting Media Awards. Altogether it has won 15 national and international book awards.