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Old 10-31-2005, 02:51 PM   #1
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Which Deluxe?

For a trip in November 2006, which Deluxe should we stay in? Why are the suites at Poly and GF more expensive than Contemp?
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Old 10-31-2005, 03:06 PM   #2
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I would pick the Grand Floridian. It is such an elegant hotel and you feel so pampered there. It is not so hoity-toity there though that you feel out of place.
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I'd go polynesian, Wilderness Lodge or Yacht/Beach Club
Wilderness Lodge is awsome and the other 2 I really want to stay at.
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Re: Which Deluxe?

We're a Poly family all the way! After splitting our stay between POR and the Poly in September, my husband and I both agreed that while Port Orleans was nice, we both felt more relaxed and less rushed at the Poly. With 3 kids (4, 4, & 11) the atmosphere is great and the transportation options can't be beat.
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We are staying at the Polynesian next August and can't wait! I have heard many wonderful things about that hotel! I would love to stay at all the deluxe hotels some day!
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Re: Which Deluxe?

We love the Polynesian!! The atmosphere is great, the rooms are very nice and large. We had a lagoon view room and we could sit on our balcony and watch the fireworks from MK over the lagoon. It was definitely our best stay yet and most memorable. The transportation is also great by the monorail. The Poly would definitely be my vote!!!
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Re: Which Deluxe?

I would base my decision on both your personal tastes and which park you want to be closest to. If you want to spend the majority of your time at Epcot and MGM, I would choose the Beach Club or Boardwalk since they are both within walking distance of those two parks. If MK is your fave, then I would go for Wilderness Lodge, particularly since your trip is in November and you truly can't beat WL all dressed up in its Christmas finery with a blazing fire in that huge fireplace in the lobby welcoming you back to the resort each day.

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Re: Which Deluxe?

if money is no object, definitely the GF or Poly. i have never had a desire to stay at Contemporary.
but it also depends on what park you want to be near.
if you want to be near Epcot we LOVED the BC.
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