Our last stay at DLR was at the Paradise Pier during Easter of 2005, which btw. I honestly and probably am in the minority thought was pretty nice especially for the price and it was a vast improvement over the old looking Pacific plus we were given a resort view of Paradise Pier at no extra charge which was very nice. Our 1st visit was in 1997 and we stayed at what was then the Disneyland Pacific, I think. We have also stayed at the DL hotel a couple of times in 1999 and 2000. Also the GC with a standard view in 2003. Now here is my ???? We really want to be able to attend the official 50th at DL because not only did we go to the 45th, we also attended the 25th anniversary at WDW for our 1st of many visits to the world. I was just curious as to know if anyone thinks that early December of this year would be a good time to visit as far as crowds go? Or are all bets off due to the 50th celebration? Also does anyone have a clue aa to there being any discounts if any for early december? Thanks, Chip. Sorry so long but as usual I go on for too long!!!! Also any suggestions or tips would be greatly appreciated!!!!! Thanks again, Chip.