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    Disney credit card - no annual fee

    We do! And I love rolling into WDW with a nicely loaded rewards card :) . One hint regarding that - to pay by credit card you have to pay all your dues off at the beginning of the year. The monthly option only works with auto-pay from a bank account. However you can use your Disney Visa to...
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    Suggestions for Chefs Arts

    I've always heard that one of the reasons it's so hard to get an ADR there is because they hold back a lot of spots for walk ups. We eat there quite often and I've overheard quite a few people showing up without a reservation. I've never seen anyone turned away. Now you might have to wait a...
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    Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2024 Edition

    I use Ad Block Plus and rarely see any ads :confused3 .
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    Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2024 Edition

    Here are some pretty good summaries by Tom Bricker of what's been officially announced, along with some reasonable speculation. He was invited to Tuesday's presentation at Imagineering. https://www.disneytouristblog.com/tropical-americas-animal-kingdom-imagineer-progress-plans/...
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    Date night dinner recs near Boardwalk

    We've not eaten at Bluezoo, but of the other three I'd pick Topolino's. Though we've thoroughly enjoyed Flying Fish and Il Mulino as well. You really can't go wrong with any of them.
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    NCL leaves passengers behind in Africa

    I read over on Cruise Critic that NCL agreed to compensate them for part of their travel. They were originally supposed to get back on the ship in Gambia but the ship could not dock due to sea / weather conditions. So they had to travel to Senegal and they got back on there. NCL agreed to...
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    Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2024 Edition

    As for the sound, they could just pipe it in - kind of like the crickets at Wilderness Lodge :). All kidding aside, I remember when NCL debuted their (electric) go-carts it was reported that they were piping in engine sounds into the helmets. No clue if it's true as we've never ridden them...
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    Dining Suggestions for Hilton Head??

    You've already received some excellent suggestions including most of our favorites. So I'll only add a couple more: Hudson's - it's not fancy but they have their own shrimp boats docked right outside. You know your shrimp is fresh and everything is delicious Ela's on the Water - this one is...
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    Recent experiences at Jiko?

    I ate there for the first time a few weeks ago. I was solo as my husband wasn't feeling well. It was fine, but I was a bit disappointed. The boar tenderloin app was absolutely delicious, but my oak grilled filet was average at best. The sauce was the best part but it needed more of it as the...
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    Embarkation Lunch - Where do you go?

    Sit down lunch. Cabanas on embarkation day is a zoo. No thank you!
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    Best Bars on the monorail loop?

    There is a small outdoor porch area. The last time we were there (earlier this month) it was closed though.
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    Best Bars on the monorail loop?

    Agree completely with this. We stay at Wilderness Lodge at least a couple of times a year and love Geyser Point for the food and views. But the cocktails are not great unless you like sweet, fruity drinks made with mixes. It's a shame because Territory Lounge has some really fantastic...
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    Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2024 Edition

    Completely agree. Blaming Joe Rohde for the state of Imagineering and not mentoring a successor is laughable.
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    Best and Worst Cocktails at Walt Disney World Properties

    After hearing everyone rave about La Cava for years, we finally tried it a couple of years ago - waited in a stupidly long line just to get drinks to go. I don't even remember what we got but they were awful. There aren't many margaritas I won't drink but half of mine went in the trash. Never...
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    Best and Worst Cocktails at Walt Disney World Properties

    I love the Northwoods at Territory Lounge. It's been my go-to as we stay at WL more than anywhere else. However a couple of weeks ago we were there and my son's girlfriend ordered an Orchards Bounty. I tried it and it was delicious. I had to order one for myself :) . Basically pretty much...
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    Harder to get with a split stay?

    ^ This It is worth a try. We had a split stay planned for Jan. On the day ADR's opened for our first stay I booked those days online at 6 AM, then called at 7. It only took a few minutes on hold and a very knowledgable CM booked our reservations for the second stay. She made it seem as if...
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    *HHI Owners and Beach Lovers Group Thread*

    We just got back from a BWV / CCV split stay and had a newly renovated room with the Murphy bed at BWV. It appeared to be the same type as they have at Riv. While not as soft as some of the older couches, we found them comfortable. They are most certainly more comfortable than the old torture...
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    Please help me decide

    I love them both for different reasons. They are completely different experiences. I like Steakhouse 71 as it's a pretty easy reservation to find, the food and service are good, the atmosphere is casual and the price point is decent for Disney. I find it to be a solid value, and we eat there...
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    Citricos, Flying Fish, the Boathouse, Narcoosees or other

    Having just been to Narcoossee's last week that gets my vote for sure. It was just wonderful - the food, the service the atmosphere - just perfect. We were there during the fireworks and even though we didn't have a window seat we still had a fantastic view - yes, tears were shed :) . It was...
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    Favorite DVC Resort

    Both Wilderness Lodge resorts Love the vibe and the feeling you've stepped away from the crazy. Also love the dining / drink options without having to make advanced reservations.




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