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| Feb 2010 | 11/7/2009 |
Q: We are planning to travel on the 8th of Feb for 2 weeks, and was wondering if the second week would ...
A: Actually, I am going to plan a trip for my family for that very week. It's a popular week at Disney ...
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| mickeys house | 10/15/2009 |
Q: in the new fantasyland are they getting rid of mickey and minnies homes. hope not , my ...
A: John Toontown is not really a part of fantasyland, and considered a land on its own. I have not ...
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| Dining questions | 10/10/2009 |
Q: You have answered several questions for me before. We are a week away from our Wedding/Honeymoon at ...
A: Michelle Once again congratulations on your upcoming wedding. I concur with all of your choices, ...
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| Show times | 10/9/2009 |
Q: Do you have a list of the show times for the Disney parks. We want to make sure our Granddaughter ...
A: Jeri Disney does not publish show times (other than major parades and fireworks), but there is an ...
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| hotel upgrades | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have reservations for 10/8 for 4 nights and would like to know if it is possible to upgrade my ...
A: There is a remote possibility that you may be upgraded at check in, but it does not happen ...
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| wedding photos | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I am getting married in New York in January. We are going to honeymoon at Disney. Are we allowed to ...
A: Ah, brings back mamy memories, I was married here in NJ 20 years ago and also honeymooned at Disney. ...
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| Grand Floridian-Club Level-Sugar Loaf Lodge | 8/25/2009 |
Q: We are staying at the GF in October, booked CL in Sugar Loaf. Ihave reading about different levels ...
A: I have used both, Magical Express (which is run by Mears by the way) and a private car service. My ...
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| Grand Floridian-Club Level-Sugar Loaf Lodge | 8/25/2009 |
Q: We are staying at the GF in October, booked CL in Sugar Loaf. Ihave reading about different levels ...
A: Eddie From what I understand, there are no longer 2 levels of service, just 2 different concierge ...
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| April/May 2010 | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I'm from Brazil, going up for a week with my daughter (15). Parks, Night, Food and Outlets. What ...
A: Pedro Early May is a very good time to go. The Easter holiday is over and spring break will have ...
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| Travel times from resorts | 8/8/2009 |
Q: We are trying to decide which resort to stay in and would like to include the average time from each ...
A: None of the guide books that I know of contain this type of information. You might want to try ...
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| Water Park and more fun option | 8/8/2009 |
Q: I took advantage of the military 5 day passes and added the water park and more fun option for my ...
A: If I am understanding you correctly, Day 1 Main Park Day 2 Main Park & Water Park Day 3 Main Park ...
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| Travel times from resorts | 8/8/2009 |
Q: We are trying to decide which resort to stay in and would like to include the average time from each ...
A: Keri While I, personally, would not base my resort decision on how long it takes to get to any ...
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| 1st time to disney - Tickets, Groceries and shoes | 8/6/2009 |
Q: This is our first time to Disney. Should I buy tickets on line prior to getting to Walt Disney? ...
A: Buy your tickets from a reputable broker on line before you go. You will save some money, and the ...
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| 11 days at park, 10 ticket! | 8/4/2009 |
Q: We are going to be at WDW 11 days in September, but only could get 10 PH+Fun tickets. Can we use ...
A: Your 10 Water Park Options do not count towards your 10 park days. They are separate, so you could ...
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| 6 year old girl first Disney trip | 7/12/2009 |
Q: What are some "must see or do" events that we should plan for our 6 year old daughters first Disney ...
A: Personally, I prefer Cinderella's Royal Table Breakfast of the 2. It's pre-plated all you can eat. ...
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| Children entertainment | 7/8/2009 |
Q: Please provide advice for an 8 yr old at dinsneyland
A: If you mean Disneyland in California, I am afraid, that is not my category of expertise as I have ...
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| DDP | 7/7/2009 |
Q: It's me again. You really do give great information. I was wondering if you could tell me a little ...
A: Michelle Any meal at the Crystal Palace is considered a table service on the dining plan. There is ...
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| Hollywood Studios | 7/6/2009 |
Q: You have answered questions for me before and I trust your wisdom! Can you tell me which dining ...
A: My choice of the two hand down is the 50's Prime Time, a lot more fun and better food. I'll give ...
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| WDW dining for large group | 6/29/2009 |
Q: We have a mini family reunion planned for Thanksgiving week at WDW. There will be 14 of us dining ...
A: Amy Boma is a great choice and one of my favorite places to eat while at Disney. If you are trying ...
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| Grand Floridian | 6/21/2009 |
Q: Yes, I am staying at the GF in October for ten days. When I made the reservation, I booked a club ...
A: You are correct, concierge is only in the Main Building and Sugar Loaf. Unfortunately, at times, ...
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| Kennedy Space Center | 6/10/2009 |
Q: We are planning a trip to Disney World for a week in September. The only Orlando attraction we would ...
A: Susan The Space Center is about a 70 minute drive from the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Your best and ...
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| disney tickets online | 5/31/2009 |
Q: I purchased disney tickets online on Thursday the 14th of May. The site advertises real tickets and ...
A: Lucy 1) Ask them for the serial numbers off the tickets if they have them. If they do, you can get ...
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| disney tickets online | 5/30/2009 |
Q: I purchased disney tickets online on Thursday the 14th of May. The site advertises real tickets and ...
A: Lucy I am not sure where you bought the tickets from, that may make a difference in your options. ...
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| Refunds while already at Park due to death in Family | 5/26/2009 |
Q: We planned our vacation last year to go to Disney World this year from 5/14-5/21. We arrived on ...
A: Ellen I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Disney handles all these cases ...
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| 2-3 year old florida | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I am a single mum of 3 and have booked a trip to disney world florida. I haven't yet booked the park ...
A: Disney considers a child's age at the time your reservation starts, so if he is 2 at the start of ...
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| Inexpensive Halloween trip | 5/18/2009 |
Q: My boyfriend and I are recent college graduates, and on a tight budget. We went to WDW last august ...
A: Amy Rather than go in October, is there any way you could make it the last week of September? ...
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| Shuttle Services | 5/16/2009 |
Q: We want to stay at Fort Wilderness, but my husband will be going to a convention at Renaissance ...
A: Lisa Unfortunately, there are no shuttles directly frtom Fort Wilderness to the Renaissance that I ...
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| days to attend which park | 5/15/2009 |
Q: We are attending Tuesday thru Thurdsay a week later, in september. We would like to go to the two ...
A: There are 2 resources that I use to plan which parks to visit on which days. My 1st preference is ...
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| WDW in end of August | 5/6/2009 |
Q: Wanting to plan a family trip to WDW from August 30- Sept. 5th to avoid taking kids out of school. ...
A: Lisa As far as crowds go, the end of August, beginning of September is usually a great time to go. ...
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| Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel | 4/26/2009 |
Q: Please tell me the benefits of staying at Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel.Is it better to stay here ...
A: Staying at the Dolphin or Swan provides you with almost the same experience as staying at a full ...
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| busy in May? | 4/24/2009 |
Q: We are visiting Disney the week of May 17 2009. How busy can we expect the parks to be? Also, our ...
A: Jill That week is going to be busy at the parks. It is the week leading up to Memorial Day ...
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| Old disney tickets | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I have disney tickets first used in 1992 that still have some days on them are they still good? ...
A: Kristie Of course you old passes are still valid! Unlike the new passes, where you have to pay ...
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| Disney March 30th | 3/26/2009 |
Q: we are going to Disney in FL for the first time. We arrive Monday March 30th and leave Monday April ...
A: Zoran According to http://www.touringplans.com/tp2/UG2_index.php?PageID=14, the first half of your ...
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| Promotion Extension | 3/13/2009 |
Q: Is there a chance that WDW will extend the promotion for "Buy 4 Get 3 Free" through September?
A: There's always a chance, this one has been extremely popular and already extended twice. This ...
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| Second park option for 6 year old | 3/9/2009 |
Q: I will be at Disney World with my 6 year old daughter for two days in early April. We will spend ...
A: Joe Depending on how busy it is, and what you may have missed, you may just opt to use your second ...
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| accomodations for large family | 2/16/2009 |
Q: Family of 12 needing to know best place to stay. 90th Birthday is the reason. Wheelchair accessible. ...
A: Cindy Disney has Wheelchair accessible accommodations at all resorts and all levels. There is ...
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| Visit to Disney World | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I am taking my 6 year old to Disney World from Mexico, we will be arriving on April 18th to leave on ...
A: Juan Easter is April 12, many schools in the US have off the week before or the week after for ...
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| Free Upgrade | 2/12/2009 |
Q: About 6 years ago now we went to the WDW Resort and had booked at the Carribean Beach Resort. When ...
A: Dan Welcome the mysterious world of upgrades. It's very rare to receive an upgrade from one resort ...
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| disney in July or August | 2/10/2009 |
Q: My family & I have been to Disney in August the past six years. We are thinking of going the last ...
A: I would have to say, that yes, the last week of July will be more crowded than the last week of ...
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| meal plan | 2/7/2009 |
Q: Can you all please send me a list of the restaurants and vendors that participate in the meal plan? ...
A: Here is a link the brochure on Disney's web site. It is very extensive. I would say that just ...
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| 3-Day Play Pass Upgrade | 1/25/2009 |
Q: I have received a letter advising that I can upgrade my 3-Day Play Pass to a Florida Resident ...
A: Charlotte I am not sure on the pricing, but when you upgrade an existing pass to an annual pass, ...
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| Disney Resort Shuttle | 1/13/2009 |
Q: In order to get to our resort (i.e Pop century resort) from a park, do we have to show something to ...
A: Gen Tough call, it would depend on there you are going to be and how they are getting from the ...
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| thinking of planning trip down to WDW......... | 1/13/2009 |
Q: "I have read many of your Q and A here. Very informitive and helpful. Looking for advise, anything ...
A: John Of course, your best "value" would be a Value resort during Value season. That means for 2009 ...
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| half day tickets? | 1/10/2009 |
Q: We will be arriving in Orlando at 12:00. Can I buy half day tickets to any of the parks since we ...
A: The only partial day passes that are available are after 2 admission tickets, but they are not ...
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| old disney tickets | 1/8/2009 |
Q: My family and I was at Disney World back in April. We have 3 paper tickets that we bought from a ...
A: Kathryn The value of what you have depends on the condition it is in and what it is. If it is an ...
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| resort id's | 1/7/2009 |
Q: .We are a family of 5 (kids 4, 8 & 9). We want to stay in a 1 br villa at OKW. However, it is a 4 ...
A: Patty It seems that you have answered your own question! Yes, the 5th person will not have a ...
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| luggage broken into..prior to receiving | 12/31/2008 |
Q: Where do I file a complaint in WDW for luggage tampering? I already filed a complaint with American ...
A: The same thing happened to us 2 weeks ago, something was taken from one suitcase and a package with ...
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| Old Disney World tickets | 12/27/2008 |
Q: I have 4 Day Park Hopper tickets from the year 2000 and I know we only used them on 2 days. Do I ...
A: Yes, your remaining days are still valid. Depending on how many days you plan on visiting the ...
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| contepary resort calafornian grill | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I would like to take my family for dinner at the restaurant in the contemporary hotel but do not ...
A: Yes, you can drive direct to the hotel. You would take the same toute that you would to the Magic ...
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| Meal Plan | 11/28/2008 |
Q: Michael- We have 13 of us traveling to Disney next spring break (2009). We have been told that you ...
A: What you have been told is correct. You can only get the dining plan, if you are staying at a ...
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| WDW | 11/17/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are taking our 4 children between the ages of 4 and 11 to WDW the second week in ...
A: Patrice Being able to take your children to Disneyworld is great, no matter how long you can stay ...
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| using old tickets | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have three all-in-one hopper tickets with two days left on each. We purchased them in 1997. I'd ...
A: Yes, old unused passes are good forever, unlike today where you have to actually pay extra to make ...
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| mystery hotel | 10/30/2008 |
Q: We just came back from Disney World and noticed they are building a new hotel next to the ...
A: This contruction was a mystery hotel until just very recently. It is actually called the Bay Lake ...
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| dining plan | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I'm planning to go to WDW next December with my family, 2 adults and 2 girls, 5 and 8. We are on a ...
A: I would highly recommend the Disney Dining Plan for you and your family. It allows you 1 sit down ...
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| crowds in Jan-March | 10/26/2008 |
Q: I am planning a trip with my mother and my 4 children (3,4, 8, & 10) and am wondering about crowds. ...
A: Early February (before Presidents Day)or just about any time in January is a great time to go. As ...
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| adult attractions at disney | 10/13/2008 |
Q: what are all the adult attractions at disney world in florida.
A: Loretta As far as I am concerned, all the attractions are for adults and children alike. Walt ...
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| Disney World park hopper 2000 | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I have 2 tickets with 1 day left on each from our stay in 2000. I saw on another posting that ...
A: Technically, it is illegal to resell used park tickets. But, it is done all the time on ebay. As ...
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| WDW CHRISTMAS 2008 S.O.S.===TOO MANY CHOICES! | 10/1/2008 |
Q: MOM AND DAD........TRAVELING WITH AND 8 AND 18 MONTH OLD. WANT TO GET THE MOST OUT OF OUR ...
A: Jennifer I certainly can understand your confusion on the choices. I understand that you have no ...
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| disney help | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I am having trouble finding out how many Disney theme parks there are all around the globe. I also ...
A: Here is a list of the theme parks around the glove Orlando, FL Magic Kingdom Disney Studios ...
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| Hotel - Toddler | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I will be visiting WDW next week aug 30 - sep 5. My party is made up of myself, my wife and my ...
A: The construction at the Contemporary should not have that great an impact on your stay. The ...
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| Blackout Dates in December | 8/14/2008 |
Q: The passholder rates came out yesterday with blackout dates in early December. My family had always ...
A: December 7-13 is the Pop Warner Super Bowl competition. While this does not affect the park ...
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| DINING PLAN | 8/12/2008 |
Q: wE HAVE BOUGHT THE DINING PLAN FOR THE ONE SIT DOWN ,ONE QUICK MEAL AND ONE SNACK WHAT HOW DO WE ...
A: Ida No, people on the dining plan order off the regular menu. You are free to order the most ...
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| DINING PLAN | 8/12/2008 |
Q: wE HAVE BOUGHT THE DINING PLAN FOR THE ONE SIT DOWN ,ONE QUICK MEAL AND ONE SNACK WHAT HOW DO WE ...
A: Ida The meals are worth whatever the menu prices are at the time of your trip. You can see sample ...
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| Possible upgrade | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 bedroom timeshare at Bonnet Creek booked for April 17, 2009 and would like to know if I ...
A: Carol Bonnet Creek has no association with Disney even though it is located practically in the ...
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| where to stay with 5 | 7/29/2008 |
Q: we are thinking of going to Disney with our 3 kids. It seems to me that once you go from 4 to 5 ...
A: Kim Sorry I did not answer sooner, If I had to choose between those 3 dates, I would pick ...
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| where to stay with 5 | 7/28/2008 |
Q: we are thinking of going to Disney with our 3 kids. It seems to me that once you go from 4 to 5 ...
A: Kim You are correct, options for 5 are very limited. If one of your children is under 3, you can ...
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| government rates | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I am a county sheriff employee in my local county. I have received discounts on hotel rates as far ...
A: Mike Disney itself, does not offer any govrenment rates at their on site resorts or if you book any ...
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| when to go? | 7/4/2008 |
Q: My 11 year old DD love Halloween but it doesn't look that thrilling at Disney World during that ...
A: Crowds are usually low for both those weeks, but there is a very large gathering for Pop Warner ...
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| When is better for Disney World Nov/Dec and which resort? | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I have two things I'm trying to decide. First, when to go. We can either go Nov 16-22 or Nov ...
A: Kristina Sorry about the delay in answering you. Either of the weeks that you have suggested ...
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| Walt Disney Spending Money | 6/13/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are traveling to WDW in August of 08. I am trying to save money now to have then. ...
A: Nichole Since you both already have the dining plan, I would up that $100 figure to $125 in ...
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| Best travel dates/room | 6/8/2008 |
Q: Our family is planning a trip to DW we have been before usually in the heat and crowds. UG This time ...
A: Roslynn I would choose the second week in December, it's actually when I am also going, ...
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| which moderate resort? | 5/23/2008 |
Q: Which one of the Moderate resorts has the best reviews and how often do the buses come? Does one of ...
A: Richard, All of them are pretty much on an even keel review wise. Everyone has their favorites ...
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| resort upgrade | 5/20/2008 |
Q: i booked a 7 day/6 night through a local travel agent (now i wish it were through disney) for aug ...
A: Jodi I hope that the special package that you are referring to is the Free Dining Promotion for ...
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| Crowds in December | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I just booked our vacation to Disney World for myself, my husband and my two daughters (ages 5 and ...
A: Francine I have been going that week for the last 4 years. It's a great way to get in the ...
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| Disney World | 5/11/2008 |
Q: Michael, We are planning a trip to Disney World at the end of June with our 3 children. We are ...
A: Susan I always recommend staying on property to all my clients, but it may just not be in the ...
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| meal plan | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I am going to WDW with a group of 9 or 10 people. Can the dining plan be purchased separately or ...
A: Chris The meal plan must be purchased as part of an on site room package that includes at least a 1 ...
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| holiday schedules | 5/6/2008 |
Q: How can I find out the times of Fantasmic and the Holiday Wishes fireworks shows for December 2008 ...
A: Linda Unfortunately, you will have to wait for another 2 months. Disney does not publish park ...
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| transportation | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I'm not staying at Disney Resort but we would like to visit Disney Board walk and other resorts like ...
A: Gil First, you are discouraged from parking at the resorts for the day, they usually just issue a 3 ...
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| PoP Century ~ Best building(s) for convenience and decent view | 4/23/2008 |
Q: My family and I will be staying at the Pop Century value resort in November 08’. This is our first ...
A: Stacy I am not sure what room type you reserved, but Disney charges a premium for rooms close to ...
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| transportation | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I'm not staying at Disney Resort but we would like to visit Disney Board walk and other resorts like ...
A: Gil Even for guests staying at a Disney Resort, getting from one resort to another is a challenge. ...
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| xmas and new year crowds and weather | 4/11/2008 |
Q: we are travelling to disney 27th dec 2008 through to january 10th i expect parks to be busy cristmas ...
A: Michelle That's a really tough call. I have been there many times during this period, and the ...
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| Food in hotels | 3/20/2008 |
Q: We are a family of 2 adults and a 4 year old travelling April 16th for a fortnight from the UK and ...
A: If you have not been there already, you will love Coronado Springs. It's our favorite moderate ...
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| Weather, crowds, time | 3/18/2008 |
Q: I have read some similar questions regarding times but I am still personally debating on going to ...
A: Jeannine Sorry about the delay in answering this question, but for some reason hen I originally ...
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| How crowded?? | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I had a WDW vacation planned for April 10- April 15th 2008. How do you think the crowds will be? I ...
A: It will be crowded, but not too bad as you will be at the tail end of spring break. As far as wait ...
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| Resort switching? | 3/5/2008 |
Q: Hi. Is it more expensive when booking a magic your way package if you stay in two different ...
A: Debbie It's quite all right, but just keep in mind, that Disney does release discounts just about ...
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| When to go | 2/29/2008 |
Q: We have thrown around so many dates between nov and December and we finally landed on leaving ...
A: Debbie I think you picked a great time, although I would really consider the next week (Pop Warner) ...
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| Using Disney Promotions | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I recently booked a Disney vacation for September through Disney. I received a discount on the ...
A: A call to Walt Disney Travel Company with the proper code should enable them to update your ...
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| Using Disney Promotions | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I recently booked a Disney vacation for September through Disney. I received a discount on the ...
A: Mary The current ticket promo is for a free park hopper and water park add on. It is only valid ...
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| Disney | 2/22/2008 |
Q: What are the best days to go to disney? We are out there for the 1st 2 weeks of March, I was hoping ...
A: By days, if you mean day of the week, you may want to take a look at a couple of websites that ...
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| Disney world policies | 2/15/2008 |
Q: 2 questions 1. In the unlikely event of a hurricane, what is Disney’s policy as far as refunding ...
A: Okay, I think I understand. Let me first explain that disney has 2 reservation systems, one that ...
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| Disney world policies | 2/14/2008 |
Q: 2 questions 1. In the unlikely event of a hurricane, what is Disney’s policy as far as refunding ...
A: Yes, there are discounts for Florida residents on both tickets and passes, The deals change all the ...
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| Disney world policies | 2/14/2008 |
Q: 2 questions 1. In the unlikely event of a hurricane, what is Disney’s policy as far as refunding ...
A: Randy First, Tickets purchased separately from a package reservation are non-refundable. The ...
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| travel plans | 2/11/2008 |
Q: My family & I are planing to drive to Florida & visit Disneyworld. We have reservations at the ...
A: Loretta At this time, Disney is not offering any discounted packages to the general public. You ...
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| Disney Resorts | 2/7/2008 |
Q: We are going to be staying at the one of the Value Resorts March 14th thru the 23rd. When I booked ...
A: Well, Disney only allows 4 in the room (5 if one is under the age of 3). There are only 2 double ...
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| park hopper plus | 2/4/2008 |
Q: they say it depends on how many days you purchase but that is it. Thank you for you help
A: The 8 day park hopper has 8 water park fun & more options. These options as well as the park days ...
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| Saving money | 1/31/2008 |
Q: I booked a trip to Disney World in mid September... just wondering if you know of any specials or ...
A: At the current time, there are no discounts available to the general public for September other than ...
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| end of May travel | 1/28/2008 |
Q: With kids in school now, it is impossible to go to DW during non peak times. We are thinking of ...
A: The water parks are great, I think they offer more than just the basic water parks. If I were ...
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| end of May travel | 1/28/2008 |
Q: With kids in school now, it is impossible to go to DW during non peak times. We are thinking of ...
A: Laura I would have to say, of all the times you could possibly go (and not have to take kids out of ...
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| April 21-27 | 1/19/2008 |
Q: Being that Easter is in March this year, how do you think the crowds will be in mid to kate April? ...
A: These days, there is no defined spring break, in general crowds peak from Early-Mid March through ...
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| Cheapest time to go | 1/18/2008 |
Q: We want to plan a trip to Walt Disney World for a family of 6. I was wondering when the cheapest ...
A: Seasonal pricing for hotels, is somewhat dependent on which resort you stay at. for the moderate ...
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| advice.. | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I'm really not sure if you can help or not. But me and my friend are looking for advice on how to ...
A: Alexis I understand how you feel, I just got back 2 weeks ago and am trying to find a reason to go ...
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| dinner at EPCOT | 12/30/2007 |
Q: Debating on the last table service meal! We'll be in Epcot on one day and Hollywood Studios the ...
A: Jennifer The Steakhouse in Epcot is always booked, a hard one to get these days. For a more ...
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| Pop Centruy to MK quick! | 12/30/2007 |
Q: we are planning to have Breakfast at the Royal Table in the Castle at 9:15am on a day that the park ...
A: As long as you leave yourself at least an hour travel time, you should have no problem. Disney ...
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| planning a disney world trip for 11 | 12/15/2007 |
Q: I'm Samantha. I'm trying to find help on planning a DW vacation in January for 11 people. 8 kids and ...
A: Samantha Not knowing your budget, I will assume that you are looking for the best deal. Your best ...
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| September 2008 | 11/29/2007 |
Q: We will be going to WDW in September for the second time with a 4 year old girl and 5 year old boy. ...
A: For children their age, I would definitely recommend All Star Movies. They will love the giant ...
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| meal tickets | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I have heard that you can purchase a ticket for $40 per day per guest and it will feed each guest ...
A: Heather If you book a package that includes park tickets, you can add on the Disney Dining Plan, ...
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| Disney World in Early Feb '08 | 11/14/2007 |
Q: I know that the last half of January is ideal for visiting WDW, but will there be a big difference ...
A: Kirsten SOrry about the delay in answering this question, it seems to have gotten lost in ...
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| Princess costumes... | 11/7/2007 |
Q: We will be going to Disney World in Fla from Nov 19-27--in less than two weeks. I am wondering if ...
A: Angie Bring the costumes! While there are no specific activities that are costume related, lots of ...
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| Disney in November/December 2008 | 11/6/2007 |
Q: Yep, we are planning that far ahead! We were going to go in January/February 2008, but Fort ...
A: Amy Personally, I would choose December, mainly for the decorations for the Holidays. In my ...
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| Disney World Resort | 11/5/2007 |
Q: Is it going to be too cold to visit the water parks in early Febuary?
A: That's a tough question to answer. It may be, it may not be. Disney heats its pools, but even ...
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| wdw at xmas | 11/3/2007 |
Q: Our family is going to wdw dec 15 - 30. We want to spend the day at wdw on xmas day. We don't know ...
A: Catherine I will first give you my advise about going to the parks on Christmas Day, get there ...
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| best time to go | 11/2/2007 |
Q: We are planning a trip for early 2008 and we are very flexible with the dates. Could you tell us ...
A: Dan This one is easy, anytime between January 2nd and before Preidents day in February. Rooms ...
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| Annual Passes & Dining | 10/31/2007 |
Q: We went to Disney a few months ago and purchased annual passes, knowing we would go back at least ...
A: Jen Unfortunately, if you want to incclude the dining plan, you must buy a package that includes at ...
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| showtimes at disneyworld | 10/26/2007 |
Q: ci will be visiting nov 2 thru nov 9 can you tell me all showtimes for this week
A: Vincent Disney does not publish showtimes in advance, but there is a gentleman out there that puts ...
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| Visiting Feb/ March | 10/19/2007 |
Q: My husband and I (no kids) are planning a trip to WDW in 2008 for 2 wks and are considering Feb 23 ...
A: Anytime from Presidents Day through Easter is usually a little busy with school vacations and spring ...
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| Disney Princess Experience for May 2008 | 10/3/2007 |
Q: (Thank you very much in advance for your thoughts!) We are taking our only child, our 4 year old ...
A: Having had a 4 year old daughter at one point (many years ago) when the princess experience was ...
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| Taxis | 9/28/2007 |
Q: How easy is it to get a taxi from a Disney hotel to Universal Studios? Are there any other ways of ...
A: The bell stand at any Disney hotel will call a taxi for you and it will usually be a matter of 5 ...
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| Martin Luther King weekend in disney | 9/26/2007 |
Q: We have a trip planned for Jan 19,2008 and Martin Luther King day is Jan 21, 2008. We planned for ...
A: Any weekend where it is a holiday that people have off from work and/or school will be more crowded ...
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| WDW September 2008 | 9/22/2007 |
Q: My husband and I are planning on our second trip to Disney World in September 2008. Our daughter ...
A: Sheri Packages for next year at Disney have just been released. They are available now. Flights ...
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| Tea Party at Grand Floridian | 9/16/2007 |
Q: Any idea of the fastest way to reach the Tea Party from Port Orleans Riverside? "Tea-off" time is ...
A: My suggestion would be to take a taxi, it should be under $10 for the trip and take less than 10 ...
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| Making all ages happy | 9/4/2007 |
Q: We are arriving in Orlando (staying at the Hyatt Resort due to employee discounts)next week 9/11 - ...
A: I would definitely plan on 1 day at the Magic Kingdom for the little ones (although, I have no ...
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| Disney World Vacation | 9/4/2007 |
Q: Corbo, my wife and I want to take my grand-daughter who is 10 years old to DisneyWorld for a few ...
A: Donald Sounds like you have a wonderful trip planned for your granddaughter. As far as airfare ...
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| can I upgrade room ,free or little cost | 9/2/2007 |
Q: I'm getting a room at a moderate resort room at WDW Mar 7th-15th.I read in a Disney world unofficial ...
A: Mark It is true, that occasionally there are what we in the industry call "pin code" discounts that ...
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| thanksgiving 2007 | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I am really happy to be part of thanks giving but hate ques!!! Can you please advise me of what ...
A: My best advise for you, would be to purchase a subscription to a website call www.touguidemike.com ...
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| Less crowded time to visit? | 8/24/2007 |
Q: We are trying to plan a vacation sometime during the next 8 months or so. We will travel with a 1 ...
A: Heather April is still a prime time for grammar school, high school and College Spring breaks. ...
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| Disney Magical Express | 8/18/2007 |
Q: Just wondering if you know how many hours earlier than flight we have to board the magical Express ...
A: Maria, Sorry about the delay in answering, but I have been on vacation. To get to the resorts ...
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| food prices | 8/12/2007 |
Q: I am going to wdw on aug 21thru25 and would like to know what are the cheapest places to eat for a ...
A: If you are looking at cheaper places to eat on site, usually any of the counter service restaurants ...
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| November visit | 8/11/2007 |
Q: My husband and I are recently retired teachers who will recognize our dream of visiting Disneyworld ...
A: Beth Mid November is an excellent time to go, low crowds, beautiful weather. While I have not ...
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| planning a DW trip Feb16-23rd2008 ??? | 8/1/2007 |
Q: single parent of 2 boys 4 & 8, bringing an Au Pair who is 19. Need to try to keep the cost down, but ...
A: Mary, I think a land and sea combo would be an excellent idea for you and your boys. There are so ...
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| Trip Planning | 7/30/2007 |
Q: My ex-wife and I are taking our 7 year old daughter, Maggie, to WDW in January. We fly from Dallas ...
A: It looks like you have all your bases covered! I would absolutely stay at the All STar Movies ...
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| 5 day park hopper plus passes | 7/15/2007 |
Q: How do I find out how many days are left on my 5 day park hopper passes that were purchased 6 years ...
A: Unfortunately, the only way is to present the ticket at a ticket booth at Disney World, or the ...
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| What's something we should not miss? | 7/11/2007 |
Q: We are going to WDW for the 17th time. My kids are 19, 20 and 22. What can we see or do that we ...
A: I highly recommend the Segway tour, all of you children are old enough for it and it is a lot of ...
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| Travel | 6/25/2007 |
Q: we rented a house there. We will drive a 12/13 passenger van. There are 11 of us total. 6 adults, ...
A: Nicole Sorry for the delay in getting back to you, I know your trip is very soon. Not knowing your ...
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| disney at christmas | 6/20/2007 |
Q: I may book a Christmas Disney trip (12/24-1/1). I am hearing that it is likely that we will not be ...
A: You will love being at Disney at Christmas, yes it will be crowded, but as long as you plan ahead of ...
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| anniversary | 6/10/2007 |
Q: Hi I'm on a Disney holiday when it's my anniversary are there any romantic eating places with ...
A: Ruth The only restaurant anywhere at Disney that I am aware of that has a musician would be ...
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| tickets and dining | 6/6/2007 |
Q: what's the best way to buy tickets for four days? we are not staying on Disney property what are the ...
A: There are a few reliable sites out there that discount park tickets. If you sign up at ...
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| Labor Day | 5/6/2007 |
Q: I am trying to plan my family's next WDW vacation. As I work for the school system and I have three ...
A: Labor day will be a bit more crowded that usual, but it is a better time than going during the ...
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| Disney Value Resort | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I have 4 kids plus my wife and would like to stay at a Disney Resort Hotel but dont want to get the ...
A: It's not that Disney will throw a fit, it's against the fire code and you may run the risk of being ...
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| Extra Magic Hours | 4/28/2007 |
Q: I've been reading and researching about Disney's Extra Magic Hours. For the evening hours, I ...
A: You can get them in the parks starting an hour or so before the park closes to regular guests. If ...
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| Christmas Day at WDW | 4/18/2007 |
Q: We are planning a family vacation for Christmas 2007. What special events for the actual Christmas ...
A: Christmas events for 2007 have not been announced yet, but you can get an idea of what is available ...
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| old tickets | 4/5/2007 |
Q: I have some older disney world hopper pass tickets, and I believe there is some days of use still ...
A: I am sorry to inform you that there is no way possible to find out how many days are left on an old ...
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| tinkerbell | 4/5/2007 |
Q: My daughter loves Tinkerbell! Can you please tell me how I can possibly get a photo and or ...
A: Stacy Tinkerbell does not make any personal appearances in the parks (other than her nightly flight ...
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| Time to Visit Disney World in 2008 | 4/2/2007 |
Q: My family (myself, wife and 2 kids that will be aged 8 and 5 in 2008) is looking for the best time ...
A: Steve The slowest times are January- Mid February, October, November and December. Of course ...
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| Advance Dining Reservations | 4/2/2007 |
Q: Can I make advance dining reservations for any of the Disney restaurants even if I have not ...
A: You can make dining reservations up to 180 days in advance of the date you would like. Your are not ...
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| vacation | 3/10/2007 |
Q: My family (wife,boy and girl teens) are planning on spending the February school ...
A: While Disney does not do an all-inclusive plan. (well, scratch that, they do, but it's extremely ...
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| Park Hopper Tickets....?? | 2/25/2007 |
Q: My friend and I are taking our kids to Florida. I purchased my tickets and am all set. She had ...
A: There is no way to find out ahead of time. The only way to get that type of information is to ...
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| PO-Riverside | 2/23/2007 |
Q: This will be the first time staying at this hotel and need suggestions on what room to ask for. ...
A: A lot of this is really personal preference. The Alligator Bayou section is more back woods and ...
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| Disney World | 2/21/2007 |
Q: I am thinking of visiting Disney World in early or middle November,or possibly early December. Which ...
A: I personally would choose early December (and have for the last 3 years in a row) only to see all ...
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| cheapest ticket deals | 2/3/2007 |
Q: Is it cheaper to buy tickets from an agent in Orlando i.e street vendor or shop? We are travelling ...
A: I would never buy tickets from a street vendor, you have absolutely no way to know if the ticket ...
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| Souvenirs | 1/24/2007 |
Q: We are leaving for WDW in less than 2 weeks with our toddler, for the 1st time. I plan on having ...
A: Becky The ears are available in a lot of stores there (Check out the hat store on the right side ...
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| Walt Disney World Vacation Packages | 1/10/2007 |
Q: What is the best to way to find a package that includes everything, including the rental car. And ...
A: Tara The best way, would be to visit www.disneyworld.com and get a quote there, you should be able ...
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| fastpass | 12/26/2006 |
Q: I have been reading about disney's fastpass and it seems a little confusing. It seems like you have ...
A: Ashley You do need to be flexible then strategic when incorporating Fastpass into your park ...
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| park hopping | 11/22/2006 |
Q: We would like to know a few things, first what do you think is the best park to go to first. we are ...
A: Deena Sorry about the delay in answering this, I never received notification that your question was ...
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| WDW | 10/30/2006 |
Q: My family and I are travelling to Orlando from Canada in March, 2007. I have already booked our ...
A: Charlene There are several respectable comapnies that sell Disney tickets. ...
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| Disney | 10/23/2006 |
Q: My husband and I plan on visiting Disney and want to go next Month. I would like to know the ...
A: Weather should be warm during the day (mid 70s to 80s) and a bit cooler at night (60s) My favorite ...
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| Pop Century | 9/18/2006 |
Q: My Husband and I just stayed at Pop Century and I was wondering what is going on with the Legendary ...
A: Very good question, I'll answer as best I can based on all the rumors and facts that I have heard, ...
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| bigger kids | 9/16/2006 |
Q: my kids are 15 and 13 is there really alot for them to do at disney and what is the slowest time of ...
A: Paula There is always something for everyone at Disney. There are more thrill rides than ever ...
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| size of park | 8/22/2006 |
Q: I was wondering how big Disney World is, encompassing all of it from the parking lot to the back ...
A: The Walt Disney World Resort is approximately 47 square miles. It is not suffucient to compare it ...
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| Transports to Disney from IDrive | 8/8/2006 |
Q: I will be staying on IDrive during the Christmas and New Year holiday season. I have been to Disney ...
A: There are always cabs and town cars available, my advise though, would be that if you are using a ...
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| ticket upgrade | 7/29/2006 |
Q: I have purchased a 5 day base ticket. Can I change this to a 6 day ticket at the gate? Also how much ...
A: Now that's a question I do not have the answer to, I would think not in that case unless the person ...
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| 2 Disney vacations in the same year | 7/26/2006 |
Q: I actually have a bunch of questions, I hope it is ok. Every year we go to Disney in January with ...
A: If you get a room with an annual pass discount, you may have the Disney Dining Plan on your ...
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| Walt Disney World | 7/23/2006 |
Q: How far in advance do you need to book reservations and is there a way to pay without paying online ...
A: Disney takes reservations more than a year in advance in most cases. Normally when a reservation ...
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| Disney at Thanksgiving | 7/10/2006 |
Q: I'm in the planning stages of going to DW the week of Thanksgiving with our 6 yr old and 11 yr ...
A: Sherri In a word, YES, it is worth staying in the park, epsecially if you are going to be there ...
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| Son's Honeymoon | 6/27/2006 |
Q: My son is getting married in February. The trip dates are, arrive 2/25/07, depart 2/28/07. He is a ...
A: Steve All on-site accomodations at Disney have access to some sort of free transportation to the ...
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| Upgrades | 6/19/2006 |
Q: I have been told there is an "invitation upgrade" or something like that available at times. I was ...
A: Nick At times, Disney will offer resort upgrades when it oversells a resort. There is no way to ...
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| tickets for disney | 6/12/2006 |
Q: we have been lourred in , addictted , and fully engrossed within the Magic of Disney. For the ...
A: The best discount available anywhere on theme park passes is between 5 and 10% without a time share ...
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| show times | 6/2/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if you had a map or something with all of the show times so we can schedule our days ...
A: Amber I am not sure when you are going, but Disney does not typically release show times until a ...
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| Fort Wilderness | 5/8/2006 |
Q: We are RV'ers and have heard of RV'ers staying at Fort Wilderness and working at Disney for their ...
A: Disney does indeed hire people like yourselves. You would need to call the Walt Disney World ...
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| MGM removal at WDW | 4/6/2006 |
Q: I noticed on my last visit to WDW that signs had changed, the Great Movie Ride was gone, and Backlot ...
A: NOt sure which MGM you went to, but the Great Movie Ride is still there and running, and the Backlot ...
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| Port Orleans French Quarter | 4/4/2006 |
Q: We will be staying at the French Quarter in November 2006 and would like to know the best building ...
A: Dolores French Quarter is the smallest moderate hotel at Disneyworld. Therefore, just about ...
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| Looking into booking family trip to WDW | 4/3/2006 |
Q: Where to begin.. We live in California near San Jose. My family (Wife, 2 children (1 yr old) & (3 ...
A: Brian Yes, annual passes are going to save you some money on passes over 2 visits, but you may also ...
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| Good but reasonable restaurants | 3/4/2006 |
Q: We are traveling with 2 children 9 years and 5 years. Could you recommend any restaurants in Magic ...
A: You'll find most of the fast food restaurants to have pretty much the same prices, about $7-$8 per ...
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| Dining around Illuminations | 2/9/2006 |
Q: I have heard that if you make reservations at certain restaurants in Epcot, you can watch ...
A: Heather The only restaurant that has a direct view of illuninations from the table would be the ...
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| Disney World | 2/3/2006 |
Q: I know this very general but I am lanning a trip to Disney with my wife and two boys (ages 9 and 5) ...
A: Your best bet on tickets is to go to www.mousesavers.com and sign up for their newsletter, when you ...
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| Disney World Fastpass Question | 1/8/2006 |
Q: I heard somewhere that when you go to Disney World Magic Kingdom that you can take your old (already ...
A: At one time, when fastpass was first introduced, the machines were "dumb". You could insert any ...
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| disney television | 12/1/2005 |
Q: Where would I contact to ask a "what happened to that show and how can I get it?" Question. (If you ...
A: Niki Sorry, I am not familiar with the program, and the only Davy Crockett I can up with in the ...
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| Magic Kingdom | 11/23/2005 |
Q: We recently returned from a trip to Disney World. We enjoyed it very much and are looking forward ...
A: Dina You can call Walt Disney World Merchandising at 407 363 6200. They handle mail order for ...
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| Disney World Vacation | 11/16/2005 |
Q: I am planning to go with wife(no kids) we are on our 50's to Disney World late January, 2006. I ...
A: Disney has 4 different resort categories. Value-All Stars and POP Century Moderate-Caribbean ...
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| help needed | 11/3/2005 |
Q: In peter pan, captin Hook had a hook on which hand ? What is considered the fastest ride in walt ...
A: Maz Now, I am assuming you need these answers for some kind of trivia challenge? If so, it would ...
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| Walt Disney world tv and website | 10/24/2005 |
Q: What is the song that is played on the wdw tv commerical and also on their website( 50th ...
A: I am not sure which song you are referring to. The current song on the website is one that I have ...
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| WDW on a budget | 9/20/2005 |
Q: I have a 2 year old and a 4 month old. My wife and I are looking to take our family to WDW sometime ...
A: Tommy Disney resort discounts are rare these days, unless you are an annual passholder or a Florida ...
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| Disney Dining Plus | 9/10/2005 |
Q: We have a familt of 11 going to Disney in January. We are staing at the Pop-Century. Do you think ...
A: Devin SOrry for the delay in answering your question, but I never received notice of it. As far as ...
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| disney world archives? | 8/16/2005 |
Q: Please help!!! I have asked several people about this,no one seems to know much. this question is ...
A: Crystal Glad to help, I am an expert at all things Disney, not just travel. Most things do go into ...
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| What's new in the last 2 years | 5/26/2005 |
Q: I haven't been to Orlando for about 2 years. Could you give me any idea on what's new that might be ...
A: Grace I'm not alol that familiar with the Universal Resorts and Parks, but Disney has had lots of ...
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| Airfares in June | 5/1/2005 |
Q: I have accomodations already in Orlando at Sheraton Vistana. Need to know how to get the cheapest ...
A: Carol Airfares, the quandry we all face for trips anywhere these days. Your best bet it to monitor ...
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| POR | 2/23/2005 |
Q: Tell me about the Port Orleans- Riverside resort. This is our first trip to Dineyworld...we're ...
A: Taylor Riverside is a beautiful resort (all the Disney resorts are, but Port Orleans Riverside ...
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| WALT DISNEY WORLD PRICING | 2/6/2005 |
Q: MICHAEL, WE'VE BEEN TO WDW TWO TIMES BEFORE AND ARE PLANNING OUR THIRD TRIP FOR SEVENTEEN NIGHTS ...
A: Jon Annual Pass discounts, when available, usually fall in the range of 30-40% off regular rack ...
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| disney visit | 1/14/2005 |
Q: I am planning a visit to disney florida between may 1 and may 7. We have a trsdition in our family ...
A: Herman Sorry I never answered your follow up, Allexperts never notifed me that I had anything ...
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| disney visit | 1/6/2005 |
Q: I am planning a visit to disney florida between may 1 and may 7. We have a trsdition in our family ...
A: Herman You will need at least 2 days for Epcot. As far as staying on site, the advantages are ...
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| Resort and Dining Questions | 12/13/2004 |
Q: My wife and I will be taking our son, daughter-in law, & two year old granddaughter to WDW in late ...
A: Dennis I just returned this very morning from a 4 night stay at Port Orleans French Quarter, so it ...
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| tickets | 11/22/2004 |
Q: We're going to WDW for just two days in Feb 2005. I was wondering if I could buy a 6 day park hopper ...
A: Bill Sorry, but 1 park ticket may only be used by 1 person on any given day. Disney does check ...
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| DVC | 11/17/2004 |
Q: Hey Michael, My wife and I have been to Disney World 4 times and decided that it was to ...
A: Kevin I am not that familiar with how many points it costs to stay at a moderate resort using your ...
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| finding accomodations w/kitchens | 11/8/2004 |
Q: Our family of 10 which includes 4 children between 3-9 years old will be travelling to WDW in June. ...
A: Kathryn Disney has lots of affordable rooms these days. The All Star and Pop Century resorts ...
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| Mickey's Backyard BBQ | 10/24/2004 |
Q: Have you ever been to the Mickey's Backyard BBQ dinner and if so, would you recommend? It sounds ...
A: Drew You're paying more for the character experience and atmosphere rather than the food. If you ...
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| Disney Tickets | 7/23/2004 |
Q: My girlfriend and I will be heading to Disney World in late Sept for a week. We were hoping if you ...
A: Mike Do not, I repeat, do not buy tickets from a booth on the side of the road in Orlando. You ...
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| Showtimes in parks | 3/17/2004 |
Q: I'll be in WDW next week and wanted to know the times of shows like Beauty and the Beast and others. ...
A: Beth, Disney does not publish these times anywhere so that they can be seen before you arrive. ...
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| Wilderness Lodge | 3/1/2004 |
Q: We are in the very early stages of planning our May 2005 visit to WDW and are planning on staying @ ...
A: Dennis DIsney should have connecting rooms available in every category of room. You should make ...
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| Calander of events | 2/15/2004 |
Q: We'll be spending 7 days in WDW in mid May and I want to schedule some events/shows for my family. ...
A: Lisa UNfortunately, Disney does not provide this kind of information until you arrive at one of ...
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| Resorts | 2/12/2004 |
Q: My husband and I will be making our second trip to WDW this May. We went last May with our one year ...
A: Linda I apologize for the serious delay in answering your question, seems like a glitch in the ...
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| Disney world | 1/17/2004 |
Q: Do you recommend meal vouchers and where do you get them? What resturants do you recommend for ...
A: Gina I typically do not recommend these vouchers. They usually do not save you much money. They ...
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| Towncar service | 8/5/2003 |
Q: Michael, Is one towncar service more reliable than another? Have you heard positive feedback about ...
A: Estelle, They all seem to have their ups and downs. Tiffany seems not to be in the up position ...
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| Port Orleans? & money saving ideas | 6/4/2003 |
Q: My family (4,14,&12 y/o) are planning our "fairytale vacation". I booked the new 7 day trip for the ...
A: Leigh Sorry for the delay in answering you, but when I tried to answer this question last week, ...
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