Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 <<If you think the Dolphin is the best resort in or around WDW you're smoking crack. >> And what exactly is your problem with the Dolphin? It is an amazing resort that is higher quality than most of Disney's in so many ways. Now, it was built in the wrong place, but you can't do much about that now.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 <<Even though I am a big fan of Gatorland, you have to admit that there is no other theme park in the world, much less the U.S. of A. that offers you the entertainment experience that WDW does. Even Spirit of 74 will tell you that. Unless he's in one of his really grumpy moods.>> I'm in a very grumpy mood -- had to deal with our wonderful healthcare system (best in the world if you're a wealthy Republican) today -- and I'd still tell you that! WDW -- even in its current state -- rocks!!!
Originally Posted By jonnyrzone420 --I'm in a very grumpy mood -- had to deal with our wonderful healthcare system (best in the world if you're a wealthy Republican) today -- and I'd still tell you that!-- Spirit, if you have thing against republicans, I think it is possible to put all of this past animosity behind us and start from scratch!
Originally Posted By pixiedust1 Well Im glad it was #1 better then that hole in japan... they should close that one down its a dump
Originally Posted By Simba12 I think that it was chosen because of WDWs variety of entertainment offerings. There are a lot more choices at WDW than at any other park. I've never been to TDL. I would love to go to DisneySea, I hear it's wonderful.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 <<Spirit, if you have thing against republicans, I think it is possible to put all of this past animosity behind us and start from scratch!>> Jon, I have a thing against corrupt public officials and we have loads of them on both sides of the aisle. But the people I am dealing with are all Repubs, all Jeb appointees, all in their positions strictly for political reasons and working to ensure people who need healthcare, don't receive it. They are scum, who don't deserve to share the planet with the rest of us. And that's all I really want to say about that. ;-)
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 And Jon, I have no animosity toward you at all. Really. I can't waste time being angry at strangers on a Disney fan site when there are so many vile people in the real world who deserve it. You just push my buttons because I really don't think you understand where I -- or folks like myself -- am coming from and you toss out emotional responses. Trust me. You're wasting your time. First, I'll come back with a post that will tear you to shreads and second, you'll never get this time back at the end of your life!
Originally Posted By jonnyrzone420 --And Jon, I have no animosity toward you at all. Really. I can't waste time being angry at strangers on a Disney fan site when there are so many vile people in the real world who deserve it. You just push my buttons because I really don't think you understand where I -- or folks like myself -- am coming from and you toss out emotional responses. Trust me. You're wasting your time. First, I'll come back with a post that will tear you to shreads and second, you'll never get this time back at the end of your life! -- I got no problems with you spirit, as you put it, this is a disney fan site. It's like kids arguing about baseball cards or whatever. I never took any of this stuff seriously and I don't think you do either. I think you should try to bestow some of your wisdom to TDLFAN. Who, by the way, I have no problems with either for the same reason, but he seems to have it in for me, maybe you could talk to him...make it your good deed for the holidays. thanks so much. Jon (not a disney employee)
Originally Posted By TDLFAN >>You just push my buttons because I really don't think you understand where I -- or folks like myself -- am coming from and you toss out emotional responses.<< Hey Spirit, this reminds me... whatever happened to Iggy?
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 <<Hey Spirit, this reminds me... whatever happened to Iggy?>> You know, I'm actually a bit worried. I had planned on phoning her about a month and a half ago, but had to go to the West coast twice since then and I've had things to deal with on the homefront. But I admit, I am getting a bit concerned. I never see her online and she's been away from the LP for way too long. I'll try and reach her later this week!
Originally Posted By blueharvest82 WDW us definitely the best resort I have ever been too. I am pretty excited, I just found out I am going on a disney cruise for my BDAY. I hope it is as cool as a trip to WDW!
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo "WDW us definitely the best resort I have ever been too" Personally I would rather stay at a Marriott Vacation CLub, DL or DLP thinking WDW really has lost quality. But that is just me.
Originally Posted By jkayjs WDW is like the Prom Queen. She wins the crown but you're hard pressed to find folks that will admit they voted for her. WDW is a wonderful place. Could it be better? Of course. Will it be? I hope so.. But all in all it delivers most of the time. It's not for everyone and wouldn't it be awful if it were, you'ld never get on a ride or get seating @ your fave restaurant. So congrats WDW I'm not to cool to admit that I would have voted for you if I were asked.
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom We have had this discussion before. I could list off a number of hotels which I have stayed in that I think are better than resorts on Disney property. I don't mean to say that the resorts on property are trashy. Its just that I certainly don't believe any of them are 5 star. I think the best Disney resorts on property might be a 4 star and not even a 4 1/2 star. Now I'm sure as far as the Disney Company is concerned their resorts are 5 star. Its just that the resorts on property do not have the room size, amendments and staff to pull off a 5 star quality experience. Having a pretty lobby don't make one 5 star resort.
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom I do believe that Disney has done a great job at building unique destination hotels and resorts. They are just sub par a 5 star quality experience.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Indeed, but IMHO Dubai, Vegas, and Marriott in Europe have surpassed Disney. It really does break my heart as I do love Disney so much, but a key part of my love has been about how Disney used to be so awesome at everything they touched. That seems to have gone by the way side.
Originally Posted By bobbelee9 Hey, International Traveler Dave, do you know of a 7 star hotel anywhere?
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Burj Dubai in Dubai - it is absolutely an awesome experience, and sometime cheaper than the Grand Floridian or Grand Californian.
Originally Posted By dshyates Disney doesn't bill themeselves as 5 star. The Deluxes are 4 star with V&A's being the only 5 star offering on property. The last time I stayed at the Wilderness Lodge 4 star would be a stretch. It was so busy that the personal service was more like cattle herding. In August we stayed at the Marriot Marquis in Atlanta and the service blew Disney out of the water. We had requested an early check in. We showed up at 8:00am. They didn't have a room ready that early so they paid for our breakfast while we waited and the room was ready 8:30am..
