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  1. J

    What do YOU want to see at Disney Springs?

    Show Place in Beach Haven, NJ. I've been there a few times. I had to sing a version of Yankee Doodle Dandy when I ordered a red, white and blue ice cream sundae there. It is a great place with talented young performers/servers and the patrons/audience are encouraged to sing along.
  2. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    I guess I have to learn how to find those deals. Thanks for the information. I'm a novice at this which is why I posted my question. Appreciate all your advice.
  3. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    I stayed at The Swan about 16 years ago. Great pools. Boat transportation was really fun. I would love to stay there again but rates I see are close to $300 a night with fees and taxes.
  4. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    I will be in St Pete that week. My wife and son's birthday week. He lives and works there. We have that booked already. That's why I thought we might get to Disney at the tail end of that Fla trip. May is more flexible for a week vacation.
  5. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    Yes. We are flexible. I have just gone on Disney's site and typed in various dates. I've gotten $170 per night at a Value or "Not available" for the dates I'm entering. I I guess I have to learn to research their site better. I appreciate your help. :)
  6. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    I haven't seen these rates when I looked. I guess I have to search better. Thanks.
  7. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    It's about $300 a week to rent a car, plus gas. We used Uber in St Pete Fla for about $35 a day last month. So cost seems similar and no stress driving on unfamiliar roads. But your suggestion is a good one to consider. Thank you.
  8. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    I'm retired from Federal Express. Does that count? :)
  9. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    Undecided. We use Uber and Lyft which is similar in cost to renting a car. We are flying from NJ. We are leaning towards using Uber.
  10. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    Thanks for your input. I will check it out.
  11. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    Thank you. I will look into Emerald Lakes. I haven't served in the military to be able to book Shades of Green.
  12. J

    Off Site recommendations for $100-$150 per night.

    My wife and I have retired. We took our 2 kids to Disney 5 times as a family, 3 times on site. 2 times in time share condos. Great memories. We want to get back now that we're retired as a couple and do it on a budget. We want to be less than 10 miles from Disney in a room or suite with a nice...
  13. J

    Noob Mistakes You Made During Your First WDW Visit

    In 1990, my in-laws had a timeshare and wanted to have a Disney family vacation. My father in-law, mother in-law, brother in-law, his 2 boys (age 6 and 8) my wife, our 4 year old daughter and me. The 1st day, my nephews wanted to go to Epcot. I told my wife we should take our 4 year old girl to...
  14. J

    Totally lost in which dining plan to select--help!

    I enjoyed the regular dining plan. We FedExed 2 boxes to our room at Wilderness Lodge. It was filled with Entenmann's, cereal bars, etc. We had breakfast in our room, got drinks with the cups they include with the plan and paid cash if someone wanted a hot breakfast item. 1 QS and 1 TS a day...
  15. J

    What ride(s) can you absolutely not miss during a Disney trip?

    Tower of Terror. Soarin', Rock n Roller Coaster. Also, if going to the water parks, Summit Plummet, Team Boat Springs and The Wave Pool at Typhoon Lagoon.
  16. J

    Drunkest Day at Disney

    I've been to WDW 8 times. Usually just had a beer or 2 by the pool. But we were there on my 55th birthday. I had my birthday badge on when my wife and 2 kids went to Hoop De Doo Review. I asked my server if I could have 2 beers so I didn't have to bother her during the show. She brought me a...
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