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    December 2012 Roll Call

    Going the 19th to the 27th. First trip at Xmas, but have been there 5 times for the season. Splitting stay between BLT and AK - Kidani. Taking in-laws and nieces along with wife and daughter. Hoping as much of FL is open as anticipated.
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    Rented DVC points..free upgrade?

    We have stayed 3 different times at ak using our points. Each time, our "value" accommodation has turned out to have partial, if not total, savannah view. If you stay in ostrich trail (front left wing), ask for an even numbered room. Chances are it will be savannah view. We have seen lots of...
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    While we're waiting for Scott's next aerials

    How soon? Next trip is Xmas time. While I know the mine coaster won't be open:mad: I was hoping someone could tell me if the rest will be done.
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    Animal Kingdom Lodge

    Akl is great. We have stayed there 3 different times and will be there on the 25th for 2 nights before a cruise. We love the resort and the restaurants and will be eating at both boma and Jiko this trip. One question you had was about childcare. About 18 months ago, we were there and wanted to...
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    Restaurant Marrakesh

    We have eaten at marrakesh a couple of times and thoroughly enjoyed it. My daughter, who is a very picky eater, ate very well and we really enjoyed the floor show - which also encourages children to join in. There are some large tables, but also tables of all sizes. Bon appetit.
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    Park hours seem early for the summer

    What is up with the hours? I am going next month and the calendar lists hours for the parks that are different than what is on the official site. What gives?
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    Considering driving instead of flying because of TSA

    Trying to compare the security measures regarding flying with driving is absurd. It is like comparing apples and rockets. As for the Fourth Amendment, it restricts "unreasonable" conduct. It is perfectly reasonable IMO to check everybody getting on an airplane for weapons to the limit of...
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    Considering driving instead of flying because of TSA

    fly v. drive To be honest, I know that some people are bothered by the idea of someone else looking at them, but let's face it, it's not like they've never seen anyone like you before, with your parts. It is men looking at men and women looking at women. Haven't you ever been in a locker...
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    Rank the resorts you've stayed at

    We have liked all of them, but this is the ranking. 1. AK Lodge (Jambo) (2x in 2009): Loved the sunset safari and the savannah view. My daughter loved the Giraffes, zebras, and the eland that she named "Fred." 2. Grand Floridian (2006): elegant and you just can't beat the location. (Only...
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    Park Hours for Summer

    thank you for your prompt reply.
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    Park Hours for Summer

    Hey everyone! Sorry if this is somewhere else, but I can't find it. We are headed to the World next week and I have noticed that on June 15, Hollywood Studios is closing at 6:00 pm. What is up with that? It's like winter hours or something! Does anyone know of a special event going on then...
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    Boardwalk Villas?

    just got back! We just returned from a trip to WDW and we stayed at the BW Inn. We had a great time! Our first room was very, very, very, very, very far from the elevators and it was very annoying, but when I requested a change, I was accommodated the next day with a room only 5 doors away...
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    Best place to watch Wishes & Illuminations without actually being in the parks

    Great place to watch Wishes! A couple of years ago, we were staying at the Grand Floridian. Outside of the counter-service restaurant, we sat down at some tables (they also have the coin-operated binoculars) and had a drink as Wishes was happening. They had the music synced as if you were in...
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    august/september 2008 roll call

    Bounceback 2008! We're returning from 9/26 - 10/3. Staying at Boardwalk w/ Free Dining booked during our trip this year at Wilderness Lodge. Can't wait! Even with the changes in the Dining Plan, we think it will be great.
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    Who is booked for the bounce back promo in 2008!

    just got back and ready to go again. we booked for bounceback for 9/26 - 10/3/2008 at Boardwalk. I would like some input on whether BW or BC is better. We have stayed in Epcot area before (Swan and Dolphin) and have stayed at WL and GF, but I am torn between BC, BW and Poly (maybe)
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    Do true 'Disney' people stay at the Grand Floridian?

    I would definitely dispute this suggestion. While I have not visited WDW as often as I would like, I am soon to be making my 5th trip there in 3 1/2 years. I have stayed 3 times at Swan/Dolphin and 1 time at GF and will be staying later this week and next week at WL. I loved the GF. The best...
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    current crowd levels?

    I join the Question! Next week at this time, we'll be halfway to Orlando! Please help me with a couple of other pending questions. First: What is the status of the love bugs at this point? Second: Is there any hope for 1900 Park Fare to open early from refurb? Third: Our return flight...
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    Do you have a favorite character experience?

    Just don't know how to rank them, but this one stands out. Last year we were there during the free dining promotion and the little ones magic time. We got there for our last morning and went in and got on Dumbo and my daughter (then 5) rode with Stitch. He was hamming it up and having a ball...
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    And finally-Top 10 Resorts

    My Top 10 Well, not exactly a top 10, since I haven't stayed at 10, but here goes! 1. Wilderness Lodge (I hope)- 29 days away!!! 2. Grand Floridian (2006) 3. Swan (2005) 3. (tie) Swan (2004) 4. Dolphin (2004) I only hope that in the next 4 years I can fill out the list!!!
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    Where is the best view of "Wishes"

    During our last visit, we stayed at the GF. Outside of the main building, next to the quick service restaurant, you can get a table, a drink, and watch Wishes from a distance. They pipe in the music and you can use the telescopes if you want, but it was SO pleasant because after the show, it...
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