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[applejenn]

Im planning our 2nd trip for April 07, and am trying to decide on a Moderate resort, we stayed at Pop for our first trip. It will me 2 adults, a 13 yr old and 3 yr old.

[Luvsun]

Although I have never stayed at a moderate - I will be in September. I chose Port Orleans French Quarter - because so many of the great passporter friends love it there! I am excited about trying it out! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

[WDWfan]

I've stayed at POR, CBR and will be staying at POFQ this fall. I think POR in the AB rooms would work for your family. It's a great resort and in the AB rooms you get a trundle bed that would be good for the 3yo to sleep on. They have a wonderful main pool and several quiet pools that are close to all of the rooms. It's a big resort, but I love the theming. I have enjoyed all of the moderates I have stayed at. Good luck with your decision!

[lovewdw3]

A great Moderate resort was at least for us, The Carribean Beach. We stayed there 2 times and my 12 year old and 8 year old LOVED it. This was last year. The pool is pretty cool and the feeling like you are in the Carribean, is awesome. You can also rent bikes or boats. But if you decide to try it, ask to stay in the Jamaica section. That section was close to the main pool, food court, and to the nearest bus stop. I would definitely stay there again!

Good Luck,
Kate

[Caldercup]

I'd second the PO resorts. The AB rooms with a trundle bed might making it easy for your kids to share.

But our absolute fav resort (including the deluxes) is POFQ. So small and quaint and quiet -- it's perfection. It's close to all the parks and has the benefit of the boat ride to Downtown Disney.

We LOVE it!
Eileen

[Pris]

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I'd second the PO resorts. The AB rooms with a trundle bed might making it easy for your kids to share.

But our absolute fav resort (including the deluxes) is POFQ. So small and quaint and quiet -- it's perfection. It's close to all the parks and has the benefit of the boat ride to Downtown Disney.


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[Chelledun17]

I've stayed at all of the moderates. CB and POFQ are my two favorites. I was very impressed with CB on our last trip, the grounds looked excellent, bus service was speedy, and the rooms were very nice. I love POFQ because no room is a bad room, and it feels less crowded and more relaxing there than other places.

[Joy J]

I highly recommend POFQ. Other than not having private balconies, this resort feels more like a deluxe to me than a moderate. Its small compact size means that, no matter where your room is located, you're never much of a walk from the main facilities and bus stop, etc. The boat to DD is a definite perk. Best of all, the theming and grounds here are stunningly beautiful. I would stay at POFQ again in a heartbeat.

Joy

[IdahoDisneyMom]

I think you'll find that we all have our favorites. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/whistling2.gif[/img] We love Port Orleans Riverside. It's quiet, beautiful and comfortable. We've been there twice, and love Alligator Bayou the best. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/love.gif[/img]
Have fun choosing the one that's best for you!!

[Tinkerbelly]

I also love CB! But we usually stay in the cabins at Ft.Wilderness. And that's our all time favorite resort! I hope you can visit or stay there sometime in the future!

[Steph A]

We have stayed at CBR and POR. The adults prefer POR, the kids [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/love.gif[/img] [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/love.gif[/img] [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/love.gif[/img] CBR. In fact, we will be staying there again in the fall. It is a larger resort, but the bright colors and atmosphere have won our kids over.

Good luck deciding. I really don't think you can go wrong. Each of them is lovely and has something different to offer.

Have a great trip!
Steph A

[apk]

I've stayed at all portions of POR and loved them all. The other moderates are just too big and spread out for me, I walk enough in the parks, don't want to trudge a 1/2 mile to the foodcourt several times a day. POR bus stops are all convenient and I just love the rooms. My last stay in May was at Alligator Bayou and it has become yet another favorite! I prefer the foodcourt at Riverside and AB to the one at FQ. Good luck choosing.

[paradox]

Our family fell in love with CBR, and will be going back in Oct. The atmosphere is so relaxing, and my 13 yr old just loved the pool.

[Babysimba13]

Last year I stayed at POR and loved it. We stayed at Magnolia Terrace, it is a short walk across the river but it is a peaceful walk - if peaceful is what you like, especially after a day bustling around the parks. The food court is awesome. I liked it so much after much thought of going to a different moderate resort this year I chose to go back to POR.

[Princess Katie]

Have you viewed the Disney planning video? That really helps you get a feel for the various resorts, and is a great way to get feedback from the rest of your travel companions.

Put me down as another vote for POR or POFQ! I've stayed at both, and love them! On this past trip (just got back!) I decided to take a day to tour the other mod/deluxe resorts and could not find one I liked better than Port Orleans. And don't forget that Riverside and French Quarter are sister resorts so you can use the pools and food courts at either resort.

I think all the Disney resorts are amazing, but some seem "too created" for my tastes, and to me that makes it harder to relax and enjoy the vacation. Plus my husband refuses to stay at the values, or any mod/deluxe that has conference facilities.

Oh, and at FQ, you can get away without having to bring your own stroller for a preschooler. It's compact enough that little legs don't get too tired walking around; or adults don't get too tired when having to carry that sleeping little one from the bus stop to the room. [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

Figure out what's most important to your crew, and pick a resort--they're all great. After all it is DisneyWorld!!