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A little backstory--I just got a promotion....I start in Sept 1 and my DS6 starts 1st grade also...we haven't been to WDW since last Oct. We cancelled our spring trip bc I was very very pregnant! Now we are itching to go...I was thinking Aug 26-31. My kids love the heat (weirdos ;lol) but I would take breaks etc...
I really can't take days off with a new job--we originally were going to do a long weekend in sept-oct but I would have to take off...
I am limited to school schedule and due to my contract, I am not permitted to take a day off before or after a holiday...We could do april a few days too... (we usualy go twice a year)
I have 3 DS's-3,6 and 6 weeks... When should we go?
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I would think August would be less crowded than say Christmas or Spring break. It will be alot hotter though. I personally would prefer less crowds. I don't do crowds well. I *think* you could get free dining for that week in August as well.
Thanks! We have APs, so we won't be doing a package this time...to get free dining would have been nice though, but we don't need passes yet...I found decent airfare for that week...I don't do crowds either...I have been during Spring Break for the past few years...(We were DVC owners)
August is a good time to go - especially if you don't mind the heat. We have always gone during the hot seasons and we have a blast. The crowds are not bad.
This may be the time to go and relax and enjoy before beginning the new job and the school year. End of summer celebration!!!
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That's pretty close to the time we are going. I think it will be hot, and it will rain in the afternoon, but the crowds are supposed to be lower (according to touring plans) and we got the free dining. And this way you don't have to wait until winter or spring break! BONUS!!
That's pretty close to the time we are going. I think it will be hot, and it will rain in the afternoon, but the crowds are supposed to be lower (according to touring plans) and we got the free dining. And this way you don't have to wait until winter or spring break! BONUS!!
I agree--BONUS! My kids are dying to go back, as are my DH and I... now, I am thinking do we drive or fly? I am thinking SW for a little over $700 works for me!
We've done August a couple times (try to go as late as we can before the kids go back). Crowds are moderate. It's hot, but heck, it's hot here too, so it's really no different from home!
We've gone late August and crowds were manageable, but lots of heat, humidity and rain. Best of all, however, was free dining! If you're from NJ, how about "Jersey Week," when the kids are off for Teachers' Convention? We go that time every year and love it. Weather is gorgeous, crowds are moderate and kids don't have to miss school. The only issue may be airfare, as the airlines have wised up to that week and take advantage if you don't book early. We usually fly SWA out of Philly.
Good luck. You'll have a great time no matter when you go!
That's pretty close to the time we are going. I think it will be hot, and it will rain in the afternoon, but the crowds are supposed to be lower (according to touring plans) and we got the free dining. And this way you don't have to wait until winter or spring break! BONUS!!
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We've gone late August and crowds were manageable, but lots of heat, humidity and rain. Best of all, however, was free dining! If you're from NJ, how about "Jersey Week," when the kids are off for Teachers' Convention? We go that time every year and love it. Weather is gorgeous, crowds are moderate and kids don't have to miss school. The only issue may be airfare, as the airlines have wised up to that week and take advantage if you don't book early. We usually fly SWA out of Philly.
Good luck. You'll have a great time no matter when you go!
Airfare out of philly is crazy for 'jersey week' unfortunately...if I had thought ahead I might have been able to get a deal
Well, last year we were there in October and had 95 and 100% humidity...so I guess that's similar to August weather! I think if you take midday breaks, it's doable.
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This august will be our fourth august trip. It is hot- but it's hot in NJ too. Better to be in Disney if you are going to be hot anyway! Just get a rain poncho for the afternoon shower!
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I *think* you could get free dining for that week in August as well.
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