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Old 10-27-2008, 04:11 PM   #1
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Gaylord Palms Resort/ ICE! question

For those who have been to this, is it handicap accessible?
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Yes, I am pretty sure it will be fine, it's just a flat floor all the way through as far as I can remember. There are some ice slides (or there were in 2003 when we last went) which wouldn't be.
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It is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

I ICE! It is so much fun to see the sculptures. You can get some really photos!

Even though they give you a coat to wear, it is still good to dress warmly, especially gloves.
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You'll love it - we thought it was amazing when we went last year.
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We loved it! And I pushed my mom through the exibit in her wheelchair with no problem. Her legs did get cold - wish I had brought a lap blanket for her.
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Thanks for the help. Are the slides easy to get to?
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were doing ice this year I cant wait!!!! anyone going have a great time
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Last year they had three slides. Beginner, intermediate and Advanced. Intermediate was closed that day for some reason. You have to climb stairs ( made of Ice covered with a rug if I recall.) The beginner was like a playground slide ( made of ice) maybe 7-8 ft down. We watched an Eldery woman brave it ( with purse in tow on her lap) to the Encouragement of Everyone else there with " GO GRANDMA< GO GRANDMA and she delighted everyone when she hollered out. Oh my its slippery and Cold

The Advanced slide is long and curves around the roomm mabe about 10 ft high with a gradual slide like a pool slide. Loads of Fun
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It sounds beautiful! I hope you have a wonderful time!
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Okay so what is this? I have never heard of it before.. fill me in. We will be at WDW this December.. Let me know..
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It is a really display at the Gaylord Palms Resort. Check out this link:
Christmas in Orlando - Christmas Shows Orlando Florida - Hotel Christmas Packages Kissimmee
You can purchase tickets online for less.
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That looks amazing.. We are going to go, I have to fit it into my schedule.. DO you know how far it is from the Disney resorts?
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It is not far at all, close to international drive. Don't know exacts, my DH knows where it is.
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It is not far at all, close to international drive. Don't know exacts, my DH knows where it is.
we are really hoping to go on our FIRST full day in Florida. I am going to buy tickets on-line I think about a week before we leave. I can't believe that I have never heard of it before.

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