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Travel to DisneyWhere do I check-in? How do I get there?Your ultimate destination is the Vista Way Apartments located in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Once you arrive at Vista Way, you will fill out all of the necessary paperwork and receive your housing assignment (your apartment complex, apartment, roommates, etc.).Please keep in mind that Vista Way serves as a central arrival location and that you may be assigned to a different apartment complex. If Traveling by AirPlease make flight arrangements to arrive in Orlando, so that you can pick up your luggage and travel to Vista Way by 12 p.m. EST. If your flight arrives after 11 p.m. EST, you may not reach Vista Way by 12 p.m. EST.We recommend MEARS TRANSPORTATION (www.mearstransportation.com) to assist you with transportation from the airport to the Vista Way Apartments. This van transportation has departures from the Baggage Claim area of the Orlando International Airport every 20-25 minutes and operates 24 hours a day. If Traveling by Bus or TrainWe recommend you contact MEARS TRANSPORTATION (www.mearstransportation.com) to assist you with transportation from the bus or train-stations to the Vista Way Apartments.If you take Amtrak's Auto Train (Lorton, VA - Sanford, FL), please follow these directions from the Sanford station in your car. From Sanford head west on I-4 to Orlando. Exit I-4 at Exit 68. At the bottom of the ramp turn left onto 535. Proceed to the second light and turn right onto Meadow Creek Drive. The Vista Way Apartments will be the first complex on your right. If Traveling by AutomobileTo assist you in reaching Vista Way Apartments by automobile, we offer the following directions:
What forms of identification should I bring?Your ability to provide original documents confirming your employment eligibility will be required upon your arrival in Florida. A complete listing of these documents can be found below.You may bring one (1) document from List A to confirm eligibility. Or you may bring one (1) item each from BOTH List B AND List C. List A: Documents that establish both identity and employment eligibility
What should I wear when I arrive?Casual attire is acceptable on your arrival date as well as at the Welcome Session scheduled for the same day. Professional attire will be required when you attend your Traditions class on day three of your program. Unless you have been advised differently, all Disney CareerStart Program Cast Members will be issued a themed costume from their work location.You will be required to meet Disney look guidelines when you arrive, including the Disney Look guidelines for hairstyles. Additional questions you may have regarding grooming guidelines are covered in "The Disney Look" section of this site. When do I check in?You should check in between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. Can I check in early?Unfortunately, we can't check you in before your arrival date. However, you can call the Disney Reservation Center at 407-W-DISNEY (407-934-7639) for accommodations at any Walt Disney World® resort hotel. If you do not wish to stay in a Disney resort, you may want to locate a hotel that is on or near State Road 535 or Highway 192. My plane does not arrive until after 12 p.m. on my arrival date. Is that OK?We prefer that you arrive by 12 p.m. in order for you to attend your Welcome Session. If you cannot make other arrangements, please notify us in advance at [email protected]. Please note that you may experience a disruption in your check-in experience if you do not check-in by 12 p.m. on your assigned arrival date.How much money should I bring with me?Because you may not receive your first paycheck until about a week and a half after you arrive, we recommend that you bring $350-$400 for living expenses. This is only a recommendation and will vary among students.What credit cards are accepted on Walt Disney World property?American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Diner's Club, and JCB (Japanese Credit Bureau) are accepted at the Walt Disney World Resort. |