Former Disney employees reveal 15 things you should never do in the parks

Arielle TschinkelAug 4, 2020, 01:24 IST

Never mess around on the rides or attractions.Disney Parks

The Disney parks are popular vacation destinations that attract millions of guests every year.
Insider spoke with former Disney cast members (what the company calls its park employees) to find out what guests should never do in the parks.
Asking for free things or being rude to cast members won't make your day more magical.
Safety is super important, so pay attention to height requirements and never mess with your seat belt on the rides.

A lot of the magic at Disney parks comes from the hardworking cast members, which is what Disney calls its park employees.

After closing for months amid the coronavirus pandemic, some Disney parks have reopened with modifications and new safety regulations. As some guests prepare to return to the most magical place on Earth, Insider spoke with 11 former Disney cast members about things they wish guests would stop doing in the parks.

From asking for extra perks to failing to use the garbage cans, here are the things that you should never do in the Disney parks.

Editor's Note: Insider has agreed to not refer to the former Disney cast members by their full names due to privacy concerns. Insider has verified that the employees have worked for Disney parks through official badges and IDs.

Cast members don't like it when you compare Disney to other amusement parks during your visit.

There are several theme parks in Orlando, Florida, including Disney World and Universal Studios. Associated Press

Asking for freebies isn't the right way to create magic.

Freebies don't happen every day. Elise Amendola/AP

It's important to follow parade etiquette.

Safety is the no. 1 priority of Disney cast members. MediaNews Group/Orange County Register/Getty

Lines are unavoidable, but be patient and be respectful of the other guests.

If you go to a Disney park, you will almost always have to wait in lines. Joe Raedle/Getty Images

Height and age requirements are there for a reason, and cast members can't break the rules for any guests.

Height restrictions are put in place to keep every guest safe on the attractions. Kim Renfro/INSIDER

Wear your seatbelt and remain seated on every single ride, every single time.

Slinky Dog Dash ride in Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World. John Raoux/AP

Refrain from making obscene gestures in your ride photos.

Several Disney rides capture guests' experiences with photos. Chloe Rice/Disney Resorts via Getty Images

Don't camp out right in front of Cinderella Castle to watch the fireworks.

Be considerate of the other people trying to get around the park. Disney

Be mindful of holding up your devices, especially during fireworks, shows, and parades.

Fireworks at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images

Don't deface, climb on, or vandalize Disney property.

It should go without saying, but defacing or vandalizing Disney property isn't OK. Kirsten Acuna/INSIDER

Please throw away your trash in the provided cans — you'll never be too far from one.

Trash and recycling cans at the Disney parks sometimes have special themes. Kim Renfro/INSIDER

Try not to overdo it on alcoholic beverages, especially since doing so can get you kicked out of the parks.

There are a lot of alcoholic drinks available at Epcot's Food and Wine festival. Dylan Clair for Insider

There are bathrooms all around the parks, so use them.

Like the trash cans, some of the bathrooms have special themes at Disney. Fiona Clair for Insider

Never get physical with cast members or other guests.

Fighting can get you kicked out of the Disney parks. Reuters

In general, try to limit your profanity and mind your manners while in the parks.

Swearing is frowned upon in the Disney parks. AP Photo/Kin Cheung

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