Originally Posted By jtomyl My company is sending me to a conference in Orlando. After the conference looking at staying in the area. Being a single person, looking for the cheapest way to go. I was planning a 2 week trip to DL along the same time frames and didn't need a rental since you can walk into the park from a nearby hotel and I have my DL AP that is still valid so all those are savings are out. WDW part would start on Aug 20 and hopefully go to Labor Day if I can afford it. With the 4 parks now, what should I expect for crowds and what would be the best way to attack the parks?
Originally Posted By t1lersm0m Best piece of advice: Buy the Unofficial Guide to WDW and use the touring plans. I'm not a writer of the book, so I'm not being paid to promote it. But I used the touring plans and saved a lot of time in lines. August is a busy, hot, humid time to be in Florida at the parks. The less time in line, the better. You're going to be there when the free dining is going on. I would suggest you book a package (room in one of the WDW resorts with tickets) and your food for the trip will be free! Also, staying at a WDW resort will allow you to use their free transportation. I personally would rather drive myself to most of the parks, but not having to get a rental car would be worth it to me. We're going end of September, and my husband insists we fly. So in order to save money, I think I will be at the mercy of Disney Transportation.
Originally Posted By danyoung >With the 4 parks now, what should I expect for crowds and what would be the best way to attack the parks?< As to your first question, it's the end of the summer and close to Labor Day, so the crowds are gonna be wall to wall. As to the second part, there's just no way to answer that question, as it depends on so many other factors. Which is your favorite park? Do you get up early on vacation or late? What kind of ticket are you getting, and does it have park hopper features? I concur with t1lersm0m - get the Unofficial Guide and read it cover to cover. Then come on back and ask any specific questions you might have. Good luck!
Originally Posted By BlazesOfFire One of the benefits of going by yourself is that you dont have to depend on anyone. You get the single rider lines, you go on your own schedule, no strollers! It may be crowded, but I am sure you would be able to get a lot done going by yourself. I also suggest the package deal for the free dining plan.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I could not find reasonable rates for WDW property until I tried www.swandolphin.com. The DD Hilton might have reasonable rates also and it is considering part of the resort with Magic Hours for guests. Good luck
Originally Posted By jtomyl I'm trying to determine if I can get a hotel on 192, drive in (rent a car), and pay for parking cheaper than I could stay at the pop century, all star, etc resorts. What do they charge for parking at the parks? What might be best ticket for 14 days in the parks? I used to work there and I feel like such a dork trying to put this together!
Originally Posted By BlazesOfFire you plan on staying all those days in the park? If so, then go Annual Pass, and it will give you free parking. I thought the package deals honestly would be best, because of the free dining plan which will save you sooooo much! That also gives you the opportunity of using the Extra Magic Hours
Originally Posted By danyoung I agree that the best 14 day ticket is the annual pass. You can also get terrific discounts on hotel rooms. Even if you don't plan on coming back in the next year, you'll still save big bucks. If you want to stay off property you can get some cheaper rates, but for me it just isn't worth it unless you're totally strapped for cash. It's much nicer to stay at the Pop Century (a much better property than the All Stars!). I always rent a car even when on property, but you can do just fine with Disney transportation with a little planning.
Originally Posted By cape cod joe Anything MORE than 8 days GO AP! simple. Dan we've been every Labor Day for several years and the crowds a few days BEFORE Labor Day aren't too bad. Do buy the unofficial guide by Bob Sehlinger. That is ALL you need as I've read them all and have Bob's memorized. You will know everything there is to know
Originally Posted By t1lersm0m <<I always rent a car even when on property, but you can do just fine with Disney transportation with a little planning.>> Especially if you plan on having a few drinks at EPCOT.
Originally Posted By BlazesOfFire Are u flying down? If youre staying on property youll also get magical express
