STITCHRULES
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During our upcoming trip to WDW staying at POR which would be more romantic- the carriage ride or the boat ride to Downtown Disney? Any thoughts?
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Boat ride or Carriage Ride?
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Vernonpush
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The boat ride is a means of transportation, if it's packed, then it's probably not going to be romantic. The carriage ride would be just the two of you (and the driver in front), go for that if you want romance.
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CAPTAIN HOOK
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The carriage ride is one thing that I regret not doing while stay at PO
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Thanks all- I do have a reservation for the carriage ride didn't know if it was really worth the $$$ but from what everyone says it is!!!
Thanks again, can't wait only 27 more days!
Thanks again, can't wait only 27 more days!
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DisneyHoneymoon
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yes to the carriage ride
After years of trying (quietly) to get DH to spring for a carriage ride in Central Park (NYC) I finally got it in POR - he loved surprising me. I only caution you to request the carriage driver who is more slender than, shall we say, full figured
That large lady was rude to some guests (we observed her over two days) and also cut the rides by 10 minutes in some cases. I believe they alternate with each other. Our ride was awesome!
After years of trying (quietly) to get DH to spring for a carriage ride in Central Park (NYC) I finally got it in POR - he loved surprising me. I only caution you to request the carriage driver who is more slender than, shall we say, full figured
That large lady was rude to some guests (we observed her over two days) and also cut the rides by 10 minutes in some cases. I believe they alternate with each other. Our ride was awesome!
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diddy_mouse
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add me to the carriage vote! (we're going to do it on our honeymoon trip )
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DisneyHoneymoon said:I only caution you to request the carriage driver who is more slender than, shall we say, full figured
So all fat people who work at Disney are automatically rude because of one woman you observed?
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tracyandalex
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what is this carriage ride everyone is talking about???? it sounds like a good a great idea for a honeymoon
tracy & alex
tracy & alex
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ThePurpleDonkey
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what about?
what about using the carriage ride as a private place to propose? I am looking to propose at disney but I wanted something a little more private than in front of the castle. How far does the ride take you and how long does it last. Is the trail secluded or do you just go along walkways? Thanks
what about using the carriage ride as a private place to propose? I am looking to propose at disney but I wanted something a little more private than in front of the castle. How far does the ride take you and how long does it last. Is the trail secluded or do you just go along walkways? Thanks
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disney4life2008
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After years of trying (quietly) to get DH to spring for a carriage ride in Central Park (NYC) I finally got it in POR - he loved surprising me. I only caution you to request the carriage driver who is more slender than, shall we say, full figured
Does this person still do the carriage rides? Are the rides reservation or walk up, I have heard conflicting reports.
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RiversideBunny
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The carriage ride at Port Orleans Riverside goes along the same walking path that people use. It is rather romatinc at night. We see people using it all the time. The horse's hooves go 'clip clop clip clop' in a pleasant manner. I once took a picture of a new bride and groom on it who were wearing thier wedding mouse ears.
There are, though, many places at POR in the mansions area where a proposal would work. The landscaping is beautiful and it's not necessary to do the carriage ride. There's a gazebo along the river. There are rose gardens at the Parterre Place building. There are live oak trees with benches. There are two scenic bridges over the river between the mansions area and the main building.
At night it's very peaceful and serene with stylish lamp posts lighting the walkways.
There are, though, many places at POR in the mansions area where a proposal would work. The landscaping is beautiful and it's not necessary to do the carriage ride. There's a gazebo along the river. There are rose gardens at the Parterre Place building. There are live oak trees with benches. There are two scenic bridges over the river between the mansions area and the main building.
At night it's very peaceful and serene with stylish lamp posts lighting the walkways.
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Reservations are strongly recommended. Walk ups are accepted only if the carriage is not booked or in use. If you are able to get a walk up you must pay in cash, they don't accept credit cards on site. The cost is $35 per person for 30 mins.
Edit:
I'm wrong- the cost is $35 per carriage, not per person. Thanks MyLittleAngels for the correct info.
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