bethymouse
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If you've got the $$$, then go for WL. It's a very nice resort, and you won't regret it. You must try the quiet pool there w/ spa jets in it. Very relaxing.
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Art of Animation or Wilderness Lodge?
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epcotisbest
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Hidden Springs Pool is my favorite spot in all of WDW. So quiet and relaxing. Love the bubble jets in the middle of the pool.If you've got the $$$, then go for WL. It's a very nice resort, and you won't regret it. You must try the quiet pool there w/ spa jets in it. Very relaxing.
Thanks everyone for all your insight! We are planning to see if any summer discounts come out, last year we got one around April... We also have to make sure the snow lets up here so we don't have to RESCHEDULE everything. 
My best friend is a teacher and may be going to school longer than expected if she gets a few more snow days.
Other than that, rescheduling for wilderness lodge is a go!!!
My best friend is a teacher and may be going to school longer than expected if she gets a few more snow days. Other than that, rescheduling for wilderness lodge is a go!!!
PartOfYourWorld
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I'll agree with everyone here...if you can upgrade to the WL DO IT!
Just stayed at the WL for 3 nights this past September and it BLEW ME AWAY. Being a boat ride away from the MK and it's just an overall beautiful resort.
Also, I stayed in a LM room for the last two nights of our honeymoon last May after our cruise...I'm a HUGE Little Mermaid fan and was excited to stay in the rooms. I liked them, but I would prefer to save extra $$ and spend more to stay at a moderate or a deluxe. If you don't mind walking, the walk from the LM rooms to the lobby was 5-10 minutes. The room was very well themed and really cute. But it's no WL trust me. Also, I found alot more kids at AoA obviously being family suites mostly and all.
Hopefully no more snow days and you guys can upgrade if you choose too!
Just stayed at the WL for 3 nights this past September and it BLEW ME AWAY. Being a boat ride away from the MK and it's just an overall beautiful resort.
Also, I stayed in a LM room for the last two nights of our honeymoon last May after our cruise...I'm a HUGE Little Mermaid fan and was excited to stay in the rooms. I liked them, but I would prefer to save extra $$ and spend more to stay at a moderate or a deluxe. If you don't mind walking, the walk from the LM rooms to the lobby was 5-10 minutes. The room was very well themed and really cute. But it's no WL trust me. Also, I found alot more kids at AoA obviously being family suites mostly and all.
Hopefully no more snow days and you guys can upgrade if you choose too!
jlsHouston
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We are going back to WL in March. I was utterly blown away by how much I loved that place this past November. I had only booked 4 nights there and the rest of the trip at BW because I was concerned the rooms would be too small or dark or the WiFi wouldn't work well....
I love that resort. Yes I love the Epcot resorts but WL is so beautiful and peaceful and the options you have for things to do are very unique for that resort.
I can't wait to get back there in March!
I'll agree with everyone here...if you can upgrade to the WL DO IT!
Just stayed at the WL for 3 nights this past September and it BLEW ME AWAY. Being a boat ride away from the MK and it's just an overall beautiful resort.
Also, I stayed in a LM room for the last two nights of our honeymoon last May after our cruise...I'm a HUGE Little Mermaid fan and was excited to stay in the rooms. I liked them, but I would prefer to save extra $$ and spend more to stay at a moderate or a deluxe. If you don't mind walking, the walk from the LM rooms to the lobby was 5-10 minutes. The room was very well themed and really cute. But it's no WL trust me. Also, I found alot more kids at AoA obviously being family suites mostly and all.
Hopefully no more snow days and you guys can upgrade if you choose too!
You sold me on wilderness!! We have to change our trip to August and will definitely be upgrading to wilderness lodge. I love the little mermaid but maybe next time haha
jlsHouston
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I have to figure out how to upload pictures ... If I have them saved on this desktop I can do it but from my phone I don't know how to upload
We usually go in August too have you picked your dates in August?
Were thinking the 17th and then the 21st cruise
ShookieJones
We need time for things to happen.
Good Choice.
You're young, alive and living in America baby.
Whaddya gonna do with that extra 180 bucks anyway!!??
You know how many times we go around the ride? Once. One freaking time.
Come on now, whaddya waiting for? the WL ain't gonna book itself.
You're young, alive and living in America baby.
Whaddya gonna do with that extra 180 bucks anyway!!??
You know how many times we go around the ride? Once. One freaking time.
Come on now, whaddya waiting for? the WL ain't gonna book itself.
The Empress Lilly
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Awesome! I'm going to get that tattooed on my forearm so I'll remember to live by it from now on!
Haha, this post has made my night
Booking wilderness lodge this thursday! Unfortunately we have to change our trip until August, so we will probably be on the phone for awhile! Gosh darn foot of snow expected later this week in Jersey. Ruining my Disney vacation!!!
sm57co
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I agree with the others. Try Wilderness if you have the opportunity. Same architect as Animal Kingdom. It's beautiful. I like all the resorts but there is something really nice about not having your door open directly to the outside. We are on the "moderate" budget these days but had an opportunity to stay at WL a few years ago. The small boat service directly to Magic Kingdom is such a great/exciting little trip. A ride in itself - almost worth one of your coveted 3 FP+'s I'll go one step further too - not sure if you can do this but try to request room 4034. This isn't a luxury suite or anything - if you go out on the balcony, you look to the left at the parking lot/loading dock ... blah... BUT look straight ahead and a clear shot of the castle through a little opening in the trees. I'd sit there every night before bed. Best view I ever had. I'll try and post a pic ...
I'll go one step further too - not sure if you can do this but try to request room 4034. This isn't a luxury suite or anything - if you go out on the balcony, you look to the left at the parking lot/loading dock ... blah... BUT look straight ahead and a clear shot of the castle through a little opening in the trees. I'd sit there every night before bed. Best view I ever had. I'll try and post a pic ...
I agree with the others. Try Wilderness if you have the opportunity. Same architect as Animal Kingdom. It's beautiful. I like all the resorts but there is something really nice about not having your door open directly to the outside. We are on the "moderate" budget these days but had an opportunity to stay at WL a few years ago. The small boat service directly to Magic Kingdom is such a great/exciting little trip. A ride in itself - almost worth one of your coveted 3 FP+'s
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WHAT A VIEW!! I will try and request that room! Thanks for your tips! Had boat service to DTD at POFQ and I loved just sitting on that boat watching the scenery pass. I'm sure I'll LOVE a boat ride to MK. What could be better?!
PrincessNelly_NJ
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WOW. I think you just sold the **** outta me! You need to work for the Wilderness Lodge! Thank so much for your detailed account of why staying there would be better! I think it's time to call Disney for an UPGRADE
Yeah @jlsHouston just pretty much sold the **** outta me too and I've never had any desire to stay at WL
Matt and Kelly
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Wilderness Lodge is beautiful. I would definitely upgrade especially for an extra $180. We will be going back to WL in September and I am totally looking forward to it. Love the décor, the ambience and everything else that surrounds the grounds.