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Guide to 'Capture Your Moment' Photo Sessions at Walt Disney World

Private photoshoots at Walt Disney World

Disney PhotoPass Service is the best way to capture photos of a Disney experience, but now you can also purchase a Capture Your Moment photo session at Walt Disney World Resort.

This personalized 20-minute private photo session was so popular at Magic Kingdom Park and Disney's Animal Kingdom, that Capture Your Moment is now offered at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

Disney’s Capture Your Moment is a great way to remember your:

  • Engagement

  • Honeymoon

  • Anniversary

  • Child’s Birth or Adoption

  • Birthday

  • First Walt Disney World Visit

  • Family Reunion

  • Family Portraits

  • Graduation

  • And more!

Magic Kingdom

With Magic Kingdom park as a backdrop, you and your Disney PhotoPass photographer will create a picture-perfect way to remember your special occasion.

All Capture Your Moment photo sessions offer an iconic Magic Kingdom park setting including a view of Cinderella Castle. Your photographer will tell you which locations are available at the start of your session.

EPCOT 
Photoshoots at EPCOT will be in World Showcase. You can choose one of the following pavilions for your photo shoot:

  • Germany

  • Italy

  • The American Adventure

  • Japan

  • Morocco

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios 
You can head down to the Tower of Terror to take photos around its eerie grounds, capture playful photos with Gertie (Echo Lake’s resident dinosaur), get up close with the incredible details of the Chinese Theatre’s façade, or use the colorful neon signs and art deco architecture of Hollywood Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard to evoke the golden age of Tinseltown.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park

All Capture Your Moment photo sessions offer iconic views of Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park settings and attractions, including a view of The Tree of Life. Your photographer will tell you which locations are available at the start of your session.

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How much does Capture Your Moment cost?

At all four theme parks, each Capture Your Moment session is $79 (at presstime) and can include up to eight guests.

Are photo downloads included?

While prints and digital downloads are not included, those who purchased Memory Maker or Memory Maker One Day can download the photos at no extra cost. I recommend that you purchase Memory Maker, it’s a much better value than purchasing your photos individually.

When Can you book Disney Capture Your Moment?

You can book your session up to 60 days in advance on the Disney World website.

How long is a Capture Your Moment session?

Each session is 20 minutes. You may purchase additional time however you must do so in advance.

Tips for Capture Your Moment

  • Wedding attire is not permitted.

  • Locations are subject to change based on inclement weather.

  • If you would like to book more time with a photographer you must book in advance, each additional session is priced at $99 for 20 minutes.

  • Theme park admission and park reservations are required.

  • Pricing is subject to change.

Related to Capture Your Moment

Easy Guide to Disney World Memory Maker



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How to Rent a Scooter at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando

Tips for renting scooters, EVCs, wheelchairs and strollers at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando.

Renting a scooter, wheelchair or stroller from a third-party vendor will not only save you money at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, but you’ll be able to keep it throughout your entire stay.

Renting directly from the theme parks will cost more and you’re restricted to theme park use only.

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RENTING DIRECT FROM DISNEY

Scooters, also known as Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs), wheelchairs, and stroller rentals are available at each of the Walt Disney World theme parks.

Disney World does not offer scooter or wheelchair reservations and they often sell out. Rentals are first come, first served.

Disney World Resort hotels do not rent scooters but wheelchairs are available. Wheelchairs can be rented for the length of your stay.

 
 

If you intend to park hop, note that ECVs may not be removed from the park where they were rented from.

When leaving one theme park to visit another on the same day (Park Hopping) you’ll need to present your rental receipt from the first rental along with your deposit to secure another ECV, if available.

Scooters, wheelchairs, and strollers will cost more at Disney so I recommend using a third-party provider like ScooterBug or Buena Vista Rentals.


How to get a Disability Access Service Pass at Walt Disney World

If you are unable to wait in the traditional queue for an attraction for a medical reason, you may qualify for a Disability Access Service Card (DAS Pass).

This is not a front-of-the-line pass but rather a system that holds your place in line while you wait somewhere that’s more comfortable for you.

You obtain a Disney DAS Card online, in advance of your visit.

Through a live chat with a Cast Member, you’ll be asked a few general questions about your condition and the accommodation that you need. You will not need to show a doctor’s note.

If you qualify, the DAS pass will be unlocked in your My Disney Experience mobile app where you can virtually enter ride queues without having to physically be in line. The entire process is managed through the app. If you set up MagicMobile, all you need to do is tap your phone.

Disney World DAS Pass using MagicMobile

Disney MagicMobile

You will be permitted to bring a small number of guests with you so you can all enjoy the attraction together.

Renting Scooters Direct from Universal Orlando

Scooters (ECVs), wheelchairs and strollers are available to rent inside each of the Universal Orlando theme parks.

You can reserve a scooter or wheelchair at least 1 week in advance as they do sell out. Call Guest Services 407-224-4233 to make a reservation.

Wheelchairs are available inside the parking hub that can be used to take you to the park entrance.

Scooters and wheelchairs are not available at Volcano Bay water park.

If you need a scooter at your hotel, consider renting a scooter from a third-party provider as you will not be permitted to take the scooter outside of the theme parks.

How to obtain an Attraction Assistance Pass at Universal Orlando

You can obtain an Attraction Assistance Pass from Guest Relations, located in CityWalk next to Starbucks Coffee.

This is not a front-of-the-line pass but rather a system that holds your place in line while you wait somewhere that’s more comfortable for you.

Go to one of the TeamMembers posted outside the attraction and show your Attraction Assistance Pass.

He or she will write down your return time on the back of the pass. You are then free to go somewhere else and wait.

When your time comes around, head back to the attraction and you’ll be escorted into a special line with minimal wait. Note that on popular rides, the wait can still be 45 minutes or more.

You can bring a small number of guests with you so you can all ride together.

Renting a scooter from a third-party provider

If you need a scooter, wheelchair, or stroller for your vacation, not just at the theme parks, you’ll need to rent from a third-party company such as Buena Vista or ScooterBug.

You’ll be able to take your device between the theme parks and take it to your hotel. Buses, monorails, and most watercraft can accommodate scooters.

ScooterBug and Buena Vista Rentals will send a service technician into the parks for service should you experience a malfunction or if you need a replacement.

Scooter Bug (scooterbug.com) is the exclusive provider of electric convenience (ECV) scooters, strollers and wheelchairs for Walt Disney World. This means you do not need to be present upon delivery and drop off of your device.

  • Will deliver and pickup without you being present.

  • Competitive rates.

  • Cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund.

ScooterBug also services Universal Orlando Resort.


Buena Vista Rentals (buenavistascooters.com) offers free delivery and pick up at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando hotels.

  • Scooters are delivered to Disney World hotels on a schedule, drivers make 3 stops per day, you can select the time that best fits your needs. You must be present for pick up and drop off at Disney.

  • If you take the evening delivery, you’ll get one free rental day.

  • You do not need to be present at Universal Orlando hotels for pick up and drop off.

  • Readers of this website will receive a 10% discount when you book online.

Have any questions about renting a scooter (ECV) or wheelchair? Use the comments section below.

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Easy Guide to Flamingo Crossings at Walt Disney World

Disney World’s new hotel, shopping, dining complex - Flamingo Crossings

Flamingo Crossings is Disney World’s second hotel, dining and entertainment village, similar to Disney Springs, only smaller. It officially opened in November of 2021, but much of the retail and dining is just nearing completion. 

Disney concept rendering for Flamingo Crossings

Located just behind Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort at the western entrance to Walt Disney World, Flamingo Crossings is 13 minutes from Magic Kingdom and 12 minutes from Epcot, 12 minutes from Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and 8 minutes from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park.

You may not have known about the western gateway to Disney World and for good reason. There was literally nothing there for decades other than orange groves and access to SR-429.

In addition to being a scaled down version of Disney Springs it’s also home to a massive campus for the Walt Disney World College Program. 

Hotels at Flamingo Crossings

While Disney World won’t be building any of its own hotels here, you will find Hilton and Marriott hotels, offering spacious, extended-stay accommodations.

These hotels can be booked as a Walt Disney World room and ticket package and they participate in early park admission. Contact me today for pricing and availability.

Flamingo Crossing hotels are comparable in price to Disney’s Value Resorts.

Extended stay hotels have large rooms that often a separate bedroom and living area, plus a kitchen or kitchenette.

Meet the hotels

Homewood Suites by Hilton at Flamingo Crossings

Offers studios, king bed suites and 2 queen bed suites. This hotel is connected to Home2 Suites and some of the amenities are shared.

Room rates start around $120 per night.

homewood suites at Disney's flamingo crossing

Homewood Suites is an extended-stay hotel offering 1 and 2 bedroom accommodations.

Homewood Suites features

  • Free breakfast

  • Onsite bars / lounges (limited hours)

  • Outdoor pool

  • Outdoor grills

  • Basketball court

  • Soccer field

  • Pets welcome

  • Disney planning center in lobby

See my article about Homewood Suites at Flamingo Crossings here.


Residence Inn by Marriott at Flamingo Crossings

An extended-stay, all suites hotel offering studios, 1 bedroom suites and 2 bedroom suites. Room rates start around $120 per night.

Residence Inn by Marriott Disney Flamingo Crossings

Residence Inn by Marriott hotel suites

Hotel features

  • Outdoor pool

  • Fitness Center

  • Free breakfast

  • Pets welcome


Fairfield Inn and Suites

Offers traditional hotel rooms and suites with either 1 king bed or 2 queen beds. Room rates start around $105 per night.

Fairfield Inn at Flamingo Crossings - Walt Disney World

Fairfield Inn and Suites at Flamingo Crossings

Fairfield Inn and Suites Hotel features

  • Outdoor pool and splash pad

  • Fitness center

  • Basketball court

  • Soccer field

  • Free breakfast

  • Pets welcome


Home2 Suites by Hilton

Offers studios, 1 and 2 bedroom suites. Room rates start around $112 per night.

home2 suites at flamingo crossings - Walt Disney World

Home2 Suites at Flamingo Crossings

Home2 Suites features

  • Connecting rooms

  • Free breakfast

  • Outdoor pool

  • Outdoor grills

  • Fitness center

  • Pets welcome


TownePlace Suites

Offers studios and 2 bedroom suites. Room rates start around $101 per night.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott at Flamingo Crossings

TownePlace Suites at Flamingo Crossings

Towneplace features

  • Free breakfast

  • Onsite bar and grill

  • Outdoor pool

  • Outdoor grills

  • Hot tub

  • Game room

  • Batting cage

  • Fitness center

  • Pets welcome


SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Flamingo Crossings

Offers king suites and 2 queen suites. Some rooms have a view of Disney fireworks. This hotel is connected to TownePlace Suites and some of the amenities are shared such as the pool and onsite restaurant, Flamingo’s Bar and Grille.

Room rates start around $100 per night.

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Flamingo Crossings

SpringHill Suites features

  • Free breakfast

  • Onsite bar and grill

  • Outdoor pool

  • Outdoor grills

  • Hot tub

  • Game room

  • Batting cage

  • Fitness center

  • Pets welcome

  • Some rooms have views of Disney fireworks


Disney World’s On-Property Grocery Store

Many of the rooms at the Flamingo Crossings hotel area have kitchens, but where are can you get groceries? Well, Disney thought of that too.

Target Store at Flamingo Crossings

Target at Flamingo Crossings

There’s a Small-Format Target Store on property, currently the only one of it’s kind in Orlando and the only grocery store on Disney World property. Small Format Targets are abbreviated stores, think of them as “the best of Target” with just the essentials.

I found the grocery and wine selection to be comprehensive with fresh produce, dairy, meats, along with boxed and frozen foods.

Target at Flamingo Crossings is located within walking distance to each of the hotels.

This target also offers grocery delivery to the Walt Disney World Resort hotels as well.

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Transportation Options at Flamingo Crossings

If you’re wondering about Disney transportation to the theme parks, just like the Disney Springs hotels, it is not offered.

The hotels do offer a shuttle service to the theme parks, currently through Main Gate Transportation, however it is not free.

Prices vary but seem to average around $10 per person each way.

Shuttles run on set schedules and you need to notify the hotel at check-in that you will be requesting a shuttle ride.

The shuttles operate on a set schedule so you won’t be able to come and go as you please.

If you don’t have a vehicle with you, I recommend using Uber or Lyft. Ride shares may even be cheaper. See my Guide to Using Uber and Lyft and Walt Disney World.

Hotel staff told me that almost all the guests use Uber and Lyft or a rental car. See my Guide to Renting a Car in Orlando.

Disney’s Minnie Van Service is not currently offered at any of the Flamingo Crossings hotels but this may change in the future.

Flamingo Crossings Town Center

Town Center is the heart of Flamingo Crossings with dining and retail in a charming downtown atmosphere. Most of the dining and retail options are within walking distance from the hotels.

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Town Center Shops and Restaurants.

Flamingo Crossings at Walt Disney World

Town Center Shops and Restaurants and Homewood Suites

Restaurants at Flamingo Crossings

  • Ben & Jerry’s

  • Bento

  • Domino’s Pizza

  • Dunkin Donuts

  • Ellie Lou’s Brews & BBQ

  • Firehouse Subs

  • Five Guys

  • Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

  • Hash House A Go Go

  • Lime Fresh Mexican Grill

  • Ovation Bistro & Bar

  • PDQ Chicken

  • Persimmon Hollow Brewing Company

  • Pieology Pizzeria

  • ​​Pita Street Food

  • Starbucks

  • Wendy’s

Retail and Services at Flamingo Crossings

  • 7-Eleven

  • Advent Health ER

  • Advent Health Primary Care+

  • Encore Nails

  • Five Below

  • Target

  • Walgreens

  • Simply Capri

  • UPS Store

Note that some businesses are opening soon and additional dining / retail maybe announced shortly.

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