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    Is there any spacing between tables at restaurants?

    Florida resident here. We went for dinner last night at Steakhouse 71 in the Contemporary. As others have stated tables are not distanced. If you're concerned about being in close contact and social distancing on your trip I have to be honest and tell you this may not be the time for you to...
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    Is there any verdict on Steakhouse 71?

    We had a party of four for breakfast here earlier this week. In addition, my husband and I had dinner here last night. Our party of 4 at breakfast consisted of one teen, two adults and Grandma. Our table ordered two orders of Walt's prime rib hash, one steakhouse 71 feast and a veggie omelet...
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    When to book a rental car for Spring break cruise

    As a Florida resident I feel compelled to inform you that even in the best of times car rentals at the height of spring break, which is pretty much all of March and the two weeks flanking Easter, is always difficult and expensive. Add in this years lack of inventory and staffing issues due to...
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    Sleeping arrangement questions

    We have two college age sons over 6ft tall and a high school senior daughter who is 5'8. The choice we gave them was make the bunks/1 murphy twin bed work or pay for your own cabin. It's amazing how all the gripping was resolved once the bank of Mom and Dad placed limits on their funds. They...
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    Tell me about letting your kids go off on their own

    I agree that is more about a child's maturity then their age. If your worried why not try a few baby steps by requiring them to stay in a certain area of said park for a period of time and then meet up with you. For example, give them two hours where they are required to stay in Tomorrow land...
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    Disney Enchantment Discussion & Reviews Thread (Premiering 9/30)

    Disney, please for the love of Mickey, just admit this is an epic fail and bring back HEA!
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    The best travel deal you ever paid for?

    In early November of 2013 we booked a 4 day Florida Resident Disney dream cruise five night before it set sail. For three (two adults and a 9 year old) we booked a family verandah cabin for just under $1000. Upon arrival at the port we inquired about upgrades. For an additional $700 we were...
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    Disney/universal trip

    I understand your husband thinking it is easier to stay put in one resort and not wanting to pack up and move resorts. In addition to possibly spending the extra money on a Universal Hotel. For a newbie it can often be a difficult concept to grasp why anyone would want the extra hassle or...
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    Multi-generational family trip - please critique!

    I have stayed and organized several Windsor Hills week long stays with a large group. My daughter plays softball and when playing in tournaments in Orlando we often stay as a team either in a couple of vacation homes or several condo rentals. It can be a cost effective way to travel with a...
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    Oddly specific hotel search

    Try Melia Orlando Celebration. 225 Celebration Place Celebration, FL. The hotel is on Lynx bus route 56. It's in a good area. In addition to standard rooms and one bedroom suite it also offers two type of two bedroom suite. One with a double master that has two bedrooms, each with a King size...
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    Dreams Villas

    I have not stayed in Kevin and John's unit, but I did just tour a condo for sale in this complex. We are considering buying a vacation home and the amount of time it takes to travel to the parks is huge to us. From the Seven Dwarfs area to WDW property google maps tends to have you take either...
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    Tips for having a relaxing trip?

    I would suggest early May over Feb if possible. By May "season" in Florida is over and many snow birds have gone home. In addition, spring break is over and schools are not yet out in most parts of the country so your likely to have less crowded parks. Feb can also, on occasion, bring a cold...
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    What is the 1 thing you would do on a Disney Cruise this minute?

    It's a few minutes after 5pm. Great time to hit the aqua duck as so many families have left the pool deck for early dinner. I would probably enjoy a couple of slides. Then pop back to the cabin for a quick shower and to dress for dinner. Hubs and I would then head off to Meridien for sunset &...
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    Which one would you choose ? I can't decide! (Cruise, WDW and Universal)

    I vote option 2. It gives you an extra day on the ship. For my family 4 days on DCL makes it possible to enjoy the cruise. (7 is better but that's not what you asked.) When we go on a 3 day cruise it too rushed. We feel like we just get on board and its time to get off the ship. That one extra...
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    SpringHill Suites Flamingo Crossing - Fees?

    I have also stayed here and its adjoining property of Towneplace Suites as well several times. No extra fees or parking fees. Always a nice stay. Its nice because it appears to be an out of the way location. Far removed from the crazy tourist area and Disney but it really isn't far at all. If...
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    To those who have not returned yet - what will get you back?

    My entire party vaccinated. No mask required. I believe strongly in wearing mask, I'm just not comfortable being out and about when not necessary until mask are not required. However, our family circumstances regarding Covid are more limited as we currently have a person in our household...
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    Favorite Offsite Restaurants

    Our family loves Sofrito Latin Cafe at 8607 Palm Parkway. We haven't been since COVID. Before Covid you placed your order at a counter and then a server brought food to your table and waited on you. It has a Mom and Pop type feel. It is reasonable priced and the food has always been great. Some...
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    Do you feel guilty leaving the kids at home?

    Not at all! Some couples enjoy Vegas, Cabo or ski trips each year and don't feel guilty about leaving the kids at home. My Husband and I prefer to spend our couples getaways at WDW or DCL. Disney is our happy place and it's a whole other world on those kid free couples vacations. We sleep in if...
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    What to do when you have a large family

    Family of five Momma. My children are now college/high school age. We live in FL and typically do mostly weekends and at least one if not two week long stays. Until this year we have been AP holders for most of my children's lives. When the children were younger we would all squeeze in a...




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