Disney World is huge, and many visitors despair at seeing only a tiny fraction of all the possible attractions, rides, and events. If you want to see everything that Disney has to offer, the truth is that you will have to return every year. Even then, rides and attractions change so often that you will always be exploring a new park anyway. If you want to see a lot without exhausting yourself, here are some sips for making the most out of your Disney time:

1) Look for Disney World discounts online as well as deals on cars, travel, and accommodations. The less you spend on vacation, the longer you can stay.

2) Develop the right attitude. Rather than trying to see everything, focus on seeing all the things you really want to see. Don’t worry about what you didn’t see. You only depress yourself, and you suck the joy out of all the exciting adventures you actually had.

3) Learn before you go. There are many books about Disney, as well as web sites, and even friends and family who likely have been there recently. Make sure that you research as much as you can about the rides, attractions, and things you want to see. List the things that you want to see, things that would be nice to see, and things that you care about seeing. Have each member of your family or group make a similar list. That way, you know which items you must see it in order to be satisfied with your vacation. Talking to other people and researching Disney World before you go also allows you to figure out timesavers. Tips on the Internet can tell you how you can get from one theme park to another in the fastest possible way, while a friend may have useful advice for finding the best deals on dinner.

4) Find ways to unwind at the end of your day. If you’re exhausted the end of your first day at Disney World, you will have a hard time waking up early the next morning, in order to experience all that you can. Take a bath at the end of your first day of Disney, light some Votivo candles, and relax with some music. Then, go to bed early so that you can get going early the next day.

5) Realize that Disney World employees are there to make your day fabulous. Don’t despair that you will be spending time walking around, waiting in line, or grabbing a meal on the go. Disney works overtime to assure that all these moments are magical. While waiting in line, characters may approach your group, or attendants may be having a special show to entertain you while you wait. If you do need anything, park employees are always standing by to help. Don’t hesitate to ask if you’re in trouble.

6) Budget when you will travel. Traveling during the off-season allows you to enjoy less crowds, which means shorter waiting lines. Plus, there are often special discounts during less busy times. However, keep in mind that there are special events and attractions available during peak times — such as summer vacation and Christmas.

7) Plan your route. If there are several rides that you want to experience all in the same general area, make sure that you visit them on the same afternoon the morning. There’s no point in spending a lot of time wandering from one end of the park to another, only to return to get on another ride. Figure out where you are in the parks, and make sure that you try all the entertainments in that one area.