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  1. RedDad

    Expedition Everest effects status watch

    The reference to "other structural supports" was intended to refer to components of the animatronic itself, or to related supports that anchor/attach the yeti to the foundation or main support structure. I can't say for certain, but the idea that the foundation was somehow undersized or...
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    AP Blackout dates lifted August 1st

    We've been several times this summer, most recently last week, and have been very surprised at the low crowd levels at both Epcot and MK. We expected mid-late July crowds to be pretty significant, but AK was the only place we really saw it. We were able to get multiple FPs for most attractions...
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    Caring for Giants Tours

    $30 / person (plus a discount for AP or DVC)
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    Kroger Disney Card 4x Fuel Points

    We've been using this for a while, particularly during the months leading up to a WDW trip. My wife got in the habit of buying Disney gift cards every time she shopped at Kroger, and the gas points are great. Unfortunately, we just moved away from Kroger grocery stores, so won't get the...
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    Caring for Giants Tours

    We just did this tour back in April and enjoyed it. Our 7yo daughter loves elephants, and for the relatively cheap cost it was a no-brainer for us. We checked in at the tour desk near the entrance to KS, and were led backstage to a small bus with about 10 to 12 other people. We were taken to a...
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    Lost at Disney

    We lost our (brand new) camcorder on our very first trip to WDW. Left it sitting on a curb in the hub, along with all the movies we'd taken during the trip, and by the time we realized the bag was missing, it was gone. Thankfully, my wife had left a little card inside the bag that included our...
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    CSR Construction

    Just stayed there a few weeks ago and were in Cabanas 8B. We had no issues with the construction at all. Cabanas is easily our favorite section, and CSR has become our go-to resort recently. Our 7yo daughter loves the pool, and it's hard to beat for the price. Bus transportation can be an issue...
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    Coronado Springs

    Just finished our 3rd stay at CSR. It's easily our favorite moderate, and has become our go-to resort in general. We've stayed in Cabanas all 3 times (we were assigned to Casitas this past week, but didn't care for the location and were relocated to Cabanas 8B). It's a decent walk to El Centro...
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    AP or Dining Plan??

    If you're planning to be there that many days, I'd go for the AP, as the cost should be comparable, depending on how you're buying park tickets. If you're booking a package with room included, it may be tough to see exactly what the difference in cost would be to upgrade to an AP. I'd call and...
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    Shades of Green vs Value Resorts

    The main "problem" most people have with SOG is that it lacks any Disney "theming" that the other resorts have. We've stayed at SOG twice (BIL is in the USAF), and would pick it over a value without hesitation. We walked to the Poly and hopped on the monorail most days, and even made the walk to...
  11. RedDad

    Animal kingdom lodge....

    We did this same thing several years ago - tagged an extra day/night onto the end of our trip at AKL, and just spent an entire day there. You'll pay more for a savanna view room, but it's worth every penny IMO. The dining is outstanding - The Mara is probably our favorite counter service at any...
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    Easter at Disney World

    We were there last year for Easter. From my recollection we took a day off from the parks on Easter Sunday, and hung out at our resort and visited a few others. Most of the resorts have egg hunts, character meets, and other activities (though I will say that the egg hunt at POFQ caused a good...
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    Best Moderate to Stay in?

    Very true. I had the dubious honor of being one of the dreaded conventioneers this past September at CR. I was so concerned about ruining family vacations while walking from our room to the convention center (wearing business attire) every morning, that I became very adept at sprinting...
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    Best Moderate to Stay in?

    We've stayed at all but CBR, and CSR remains our favorite. Having stayed at every level of resort, we've found that the mods offer the best bang for your buck. POFQ is next in line, followed by POR. I personally have never had a problem with convention hotels "bursting the bubble" - in fact...
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    Magic Kingdom Rope Drop

    http://forums.wdwmagic.com/threads/new-mk-welcome-show-debuts-jan-9th.923313/#post-7522005
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    Expedition Everest effects status watch

    I've been meaning to post this for quite a while, but just haven't had time. Thanks to a recent reminder from @Master Yoda to try and shed some light on the Yeti debacle.... Ok, so back in September I was at a conference at WDW, and the wife decided to book a Dine With An Imagineer lunch at...
  17. RedDad

    What resorts have you been to?

    First trip in 2007, so far have stayed at: Contemporary (x2) Beach Club & BC Villas Wilderness Lodge Animal Kingdom Lodge (Jambo) Coronado (x2) POR POFQ Swan Pop Century AllStar Movies Shades of Green (x2)
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    Interesting offer; not sure what to do

    Personally, I'd upgrade in a heartbeat. We've stayed at both, and CSR is our favorite moderate - it's a conference resort, so it has more "deluxe style" amenities than other mods, and we didn't mind the size (especially compared to POP). The pool is excellent, and while you have to deal with...
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    Yacht Club or Beach Club

    Yes, I think that's still the case, though I haven't verified that since they changed to the chip mugs. I just meant that YC doesn't have the "food court" style dining option that BC and other resorts seem to have. I believe the drinks at Hurricane Hannahs are self-serve. The coffee is much...
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    Yacht Club or Beach Club

    YC is quieter, but there are typically more "business types" there due to the conference facility. We've stayed at BC twice (most recently in a renovated room, which was fantastic), and it is our favorite resort, but wouldn't hesitate to try YC if the cost is cheaper. You have to walk over to BC...
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