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We BC and that short walk to Epcot is so wonderful. We always took the boat to and from DHS as it is so hot to walk in June as it is and Stefanie's legs would be worn out before we got to the park. Hope you love it, too, and it works well for your family. The bus rides to MK and AK didn't seem very long either. Congrats on getting your finances in order! We have finally done that and it is one of the best feelings.
Sounds like the perfect choice of a resort, BC is a dream of mine and I love the idea of walking to Epcot and DHS or just taking the boat, strolling around the Boardwalk and SAB is definitely a real pull
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Your plans sound great! I have never been to Japan for a meal, but I have done a few that you do have planned and I love them!! Sci Fi is my favorite on your list. Some people are put off by the fact that it serves basic hamburgers and sandwiches, but they are awesome and the atmosphere is cool.
I have been to Le Cellier and Coral Reef as well, though not CR since 2005. It was pretty good, and definatley something I think everyone should do once. For Le Cellier I wanted to go back this trip JUST to have the tomato stack and cheddar cheese soup, but mostly the tomato stack, I have been thinking and raving about it since I had one the last trip 9/09. I highly recommend it!
I am glad to hear Sci Fi was your favorite! It is one of the tops on our want to try list. The atmosphere sounds really neat, and it seems like a good mid-week break. I read a review here that clinched it for me: "My kids were never as quiet as Disney as during that meal." Sounds great to me!
I am glad to hear Sci Fi was your favorite! It is one of the tops on our want to try list. The atmosphere sounds really neat, and it seems like a good mid-week break. I read a review here that clinched it for me: "My kids were never as quiet as Disney as during that meal." Sounds great to me!
HAHAHAHAHA!!! That is too funny! But very true! Just wanted to add that I can't remember if you are on a dining plan or not. But if you are, at Sci Fi you can choose to get a milkshake on the plan in leiu of a desert. I just found this out recently and I am very excited for it!
Also, the onion rings and spinach & artichoke dip are amazing!! If your into those things.
HAHAHAHAHA!!! That is too funny! But very true! Just wanted to add that I can't remember if you are on a dining plan or not. But if you are, at Sci Fi you can choose to get a milkshake on the plan in leiu of a desert. I just found this out recently and I am very excited for it!
Also, the onion rings and spinach & artichoke dip are amazing!! If your into those things.
We will be on the DDP, so thanks for the tip about the milkshake! (poor poor dairy allergy DD!). Spinach/artichoke dip is one of my favorite things ever! YUM!
I guess I did not realize how little I mentioned about our resort (CSR). That probably has to do with the total time we spent there. We liked it just fine, but it was our only experience with Disney resorts. It was beautiful. The pool area was amazing! The kids especially loved the sandbox area. We would not be able to go there again, however, because their rooms only allow for 4 (last trip our littlest was under 3 so did not count in the total). So if we were to do a moderate, we would be stuck with POR (and double beds).
Looks like your plans are definitely falling in place. Your ADR's look good. I look forward to hearing more. I'm going to check your thread out on what individuals gave you feedback on regarding the budget. Thanks for sharing with us.
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Great ADR choices We have had wonderful meals at many. We travel with allergies also and while we have had great help at all of them. We love the Sci-Fi and I think the kids will have a ball.
As I start posting our daily plans, I would love any feedback!
Day 1:
· Arrive MCO at 1:10 pm
· Take DME to BC to check in
· Leave our checked bags with concierge
· Take boat to DHS (We should have about 3 hours at DHS before it closes)
· Note: we will try to do this without a stroller for our DD (3.5). We have a small sit and stand, but think it will be too bulky to move through the park and the speed we will need this day. She is a great walked with good stamina, and hope she can manage for this short amount of time.
· TSMM!
· Return to BC for 7:15 dinner ADR at Cape May Clam Bake
*Questions/feedback wanted: What to do about food for lunch? Thoughts on not getting to our room until after dinner…
First of all, I would like to apologize, Shell-Y!!! I spelled your name wrong!
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We will be on the DDP, so thanks for the tip about the milkshake! (poor poor dairy allergy DD!). Spinach/artichoke dip is one of my favorite things ever! YUM!
OMG!!! I hadn't even thought of that. That must be so hard for her. I LOVE the spinach & artichoke dip!
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Originally Posted by benjiboo25
As I start posting our daily plans, I would love any feedback!
Day 1:
· Arrive MCO at 1:10 pm
· Take DME to BC to check in
· Leave our checked bags with concierge
· Take boat to DHS (We should have about 3 hours at DHS before it closes)
· Note: we will try to do this without a stroller for our DD (3.5). We have a small sit and stand, but think it will be too bulky to move through the park and the speed we will need this day. She is a great walked with good stamina, and hope she can manage for this short amount of time.
· TSMM!
· Return to BC for 7:15 dinner ADR at Cape May Clam Bake
*Questions/feedback wanted: What to do about food for lunch? Thoughts on not getting to our room until after dinner…
I haven't been to any restaurants at DHS except Sci Fi. DHS is our least fav park so we usually do half a day and only need one meal. Actually I might skip DHS if it werent for SciFi! LOL
I don't know how good it is, I guess no worse than any other QS place, but Pizza Planet is a place your kids might enjoy, if they like Toy Story. I have heard that it is set up like the Pizza Planet in the movie and there are arcade games and such. I did pop in last trip to use the bathroom, and it looked pretty cool.
I don't see a problem with not getting to your room until after dinner. I would want to make the most of my day as well!
It's getting closer for you, I am so pysched!!!
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BC and that short walk to Epcot is so wonderful. We always took the boat to and from DHS as it is so hot to walk in June as it is and Stefanie's legs would be worn out before we got to the park. Hope you love it, too, and it works well for your family. The bus rides to MK and AK didn't seem very long either. Congrats on getting your finances in order! We have finally done that and it is one of the best feelings. 
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