Hey Jaysue, thanks for ordering the '04 edition. Remember the "touring plan companion" I'd mentioned on another thread? They're in the '04 edition. Detachable pages that include attraction reviews, restaurant summaries, and best places to relax in each park. Should be useful. Now if we can just get Wiley to include lanyards with each book....
Hi onthego103. Yes, Saturday is a generally decent day to visit the MK in summer. The idea is that most Disney resort guests will be elsewhere (Disney-MGM Studios, probably), and that more than makes up for the extra locals.
As for July 5th, I'd avoid the Studios. The Magic Kingdom might be a good choice, as it'll be packed on the 4th, and other folks will wait until the 6th (Sunday, an EE day) to go. I don't think Epcot would be bad either day. I'd probably avoid the Animal Kingdom. Too many people. Too few rides. Too much heat.
Hope this helps. Ride Mission:Space if you get a chance. Let us know how it is.
Sincerely,
Len