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[Jciambor]

It was a great trip however Disney isn't perfect even to the extent that travel enthusiasts and critics say about it.

I stayed at the Coronado for a week and fell back in love with a resort I haven't been to in more than 10 years.

I dinned at California Grill, it is along with Jiko and V&A Disneys heaviest promoted and premeire restaurant. For good reason to the food is as fresh as Disney food can get with excellent selections of flatbeards, sushi, filets, and Valhorna Chocolate Cake. Other selections included Boma, Chef Mickeys, and San Angel Inn, the rest of the nights were counter service.

My overall experiences goes with both Pros and Cons that I think every Passporter should consider

Regardless of how many Pros or Cons there are the Pros always overpower the cons no matter how many cons there are.

Pros

Exceptional Fine Dining: Some of the best dining you will find in the Orlando area diverse and always creative and innovative and delicious flavors.

Excellent Atmosphere: Great views of the parks hotels and your in the middle of Florida so you will enjoy the tropical atmosphere anyway unless the heat bothers you.

Beautiful Rooms: No matter what resort the rooms are usually beautifully decorated with the always inevitable hidden mickeys.

Great Dining Plan: You get discounts on such highly respected restaurants and counter services, that would be harder to afford at other vactation destinations with such high quality food.

Beautiful Scenery: Similar to atmosphere however this is the layout, and many beautiful decors and gardens across the world.

Some of the most enjoyable rides that any park could possibly offer: The atmosphere storytelling and colorful characters are the reason why a Disney ride is not like any other also with interesting ride innovations.

Expert Restaurant and Hotel Service: Usually the hotels and restaurant service is at their best in the case of Disney still dont get your hopes up they make some mistakes occasionally.

Excersize: Your feel energized and young again visiting the adventurous areas of the world.

Great Transportation to and from the airport: When arriving or leaving Orlando it should be quick easy and painless.

Cons

Unorganized and Poorly behaved crowds: Not saying this is everyone though you will get alot of this when in large unorginized areas with large number of people.

Ocassionally rude guests: Some guests can act indiscreet generally obnoxius, embarrasing, and can even start fights on occasion.

Exceptionally Long Lines: Heres some advice about that don't go in peak season like I did this week I learned a leason from that. Fastpasses cant get you out of every long line its more important on what time of the year you go.

Climate: If you don't live in the south the hot climate will take you by surprise especially in the summer and can be irritable and create mood swings among families just trying to have a good time.

Poor Bus Service: Some of the bus drivers that go to the parks are professional however it can be random whether or not you wind up with them. Some of the drivers are alittle slow and lack the professionalism to carry out simple tasks to get people from one place to the other. Really sucks up time.

Walking long lengths to get to certain areas: Especially when your getting older its really annoying trying to walk from one long distance to the next esepcially when you are trying to have a relaxing vacation.

Annoying Music: You may or may not agree with me on this one but I can't stand listening to those old Disney songs . Even when I was much younger I would lose my mind listening to them. They are repetitive and get stuck in your head and while the kids love it, young adults like me prefer the other Disney experiences.

Price: Disney usually charges in the three to four thousand range to stay at
moderate hotel for a week, quite a bit more than Universal because Disney has more destinations a larger market and the guests to do so. Unless your on a business trip, or are apart of the travel industry, or have connections to people at Disney or are apart of a huge discount your going to have to pay quite a bit.

Unpredictable Weather: Rain storms can come out randomly and interrupt your day at the park especially in the water parks.

[carters_mom]

We also had a visit during August a couple of years back and the heat was terrible
It made it really hard to really enjoy touring!

I agree with many of your cons, but like you said the Pro's outweigh the negatives by a mile!

Thanks a lot for your review, glad you enjoyed your stay at Coronado!

[chezp]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us.

[patclairesmom]

Thanks for sharing. I don't think I could ever take the summer heat in Florida.

[shellybelly72]

Thanks for sharing your experience.. We went last august and although it was hot, it was fairly manageable with mid afternoon pool breaks and stopping to sit in the shade sipping an ice cold drink and just watch the people.\\Sorry you had so many cons in there.

[home4us123]

Thanks for the review. Glad to hear you had a great trip

[Disneydiana]

Welcome back! Thanks for the reviews!

[B.M.]

Yea, that heat can do you in. Were from the South (GA); so even though the climate in Orlando is basically the same as ours- we don't usually walk in the heat sun up to sun down for over a week- so last June it wore on us a little too (were trying Nov this year). I'm sure that heat would really be a "shock" to someone use to cooler weather.

[skateycat]

thanks for taking the time to list pros and cons for all of us to consider! it is great you could make a nice trip of it despite some not so magical things in there!

[SARH7]

Seems like most of the cons are things that are not directly Disney's fault. I mean, it's not their fault if other guests are rude. I expect rudeness when I go. I know not everyone is considerate of others, and rudeness like that happens everywhere, not just in WDW. In peak season, I think everything is magnified....it's more expensive, there are more guests, there are more exhausted and hot guests, the heat makes the walking less bearable......all the reasons we will never ever travel to WDW that time of year. It's value season only for us!!

Next time, maybe try the fall or winter!! I highly recommend it!!

[eatright]

We got back this morning and had a wonderful trip. I suppose everything is a matter of perspective b/c we were there in June as well and found the heat and the crowds to be significantly less this time. Hardly a wait longer than 20 minutes for anything. I had to laugh though at your 'con' related to Disney music. It is Disney World after all!

[saremca]

The heat can definitely be brutal in late summer, especially if you're from the northern part of the country. I love the heat, but the oppressive humidity I can live without.

I hate the busses, so I feel your pain on that one.

The music I absolutely love because it reminds me of all of my trips to Disney as a kid. But yeah, I can see how it could be annoying.

Cost is high, but if you travel to WDW frequently DVC is the way to go. For the price the accommodations cannot be beat.

I'm glad you enjoyed CG. It's my hands-down favorite restaurant on Disney property.

[TMWIlson7196]

We just left CBR. Infact we are still at the airport. I agee about the heat and the rude guests. We love the heat but when you just stand in one spot for 1 min and sweat that was crazy. As for the rude people we saw them everywhere. The worse was at AK.

[theJordans]

We`ve visited three times in August and more than ever this year I`ve read about the heat being a big issue. I suppose that has some effect on other peoples behaviour .
I agree with you regarding dining and resort experiences - they are fabulous and for me worth the money. I also think I`m one of those very few people who enjoy the trips on the busses!
I`m pleased you enjoyed the trip and its good to get honest feedback.

[feonag]

Wow, prices must be really high at peak time, we go in Sept. and stay for 9 nights for 2 adults and 2 kids with park hoppers we pay $2600 for moderates it was the same price as last year too. Plus free dining.