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  1. SA mom

    Maps of best viewing areas?

    The last time we visited Disneyland (about 10 years ago) someone had posted some excellent maps of the best viewing areas for Fantasmic!, World of Color, fireworks, and parades. I want to say Hydroguy posted them. I cannot find those anywhere. I've tried various links but I get the 404 error...
  2. SA mom

    Hotels: walking distance or shuttle options

    Question about walking from the Harbor Blvd hotels: is there a crosswalk directly across from the esplanade or do you need to walk to Disney Way or up to Manchester?
  3. SA mom

    Taking 93 Year Old Month to WDW for the first time ...........................

    We took my mom to Disneyland for the first time when she was 81. Just wanted to wish you a happy trip. My mom really enjoyed all the attention she got from cast members on that trip. She smiled the whole day. Scooterbug is the only company that is allowed to leave a wheelchair with bell...
  4. SA mom

    Oga's Cantina after park closing?

    I was able to reserve a spot at Oga's Cantina for 8:25 pm one evening of our upcoming trip. The park closes at 8:00 pm. How does that work? Has anyone else encountered this situation?
  5. SA mom

    Best Restaurant for Teens in Epcot Resort Area

    Our teens love Il Mulino. We stayed at the Swan several times. It's still our favorite.
  6. SA mom

    Is Buena Vista Suites open?

    Good to know. We've stayed there before and it was really convenient and spacious.
  7. SA mom

    Magic Candles I love!

    I, too, enjoy the spell of Walt's Office. I'm not a candle person, but love the shower melts and room fresheners. Is it bad to use the hand sanitizers as body spray? Asking for a friend.
  8. SA mom

    Deluxe or Moderate?

    This totally depends on budget. We’ve stayed both. The money you save at a moderate (or even value) sure can buy a lot of extras throughout the vacation: special meals, tours, souvenirs, experiences, etc. We’ve stayed all levels, but prefer staying at the Swan on points so that we can spend...
  9. SA mom

    AKL Pros & Cons

    We were able to snag a room in Jambo House last year for $220 a night through Priceline. We asked for the obstructed view and you would hardly know there was an obstruction. We had fabulous views of the savanna. Our only complaint was waiting for the buses each morning. They all stopped at...
  10. SA mom

    Healthier options in the parks?

    Columbia Harbor House is a favorite. The food is fresh and less processed and that 2nd floor seems to always be quiet. I feel like there was either quick service or food cart that had some sort of shish kabobs that we liked. Skipper Canteen was yummy. Lots of food carts have whole fruits...
  11. SA mom

    Royal handles food allergies...

    My niece is vegan and she was completely spoiled by the staff on Explorer. The chef made her special desserts. She was moved to tears.
  12. SA mom

    Drink package went UP 9 months before sailing!?!

    On most of cruises, I've been able to get the best price on the Black Friday deal.
  13. SA mom

    First-time Volcano Bay Questions

    Following up on shade as described above, there are three palapa kinda things. If you get the loungers under the middle one that have a little sun in the morning, you will be in shade the rest of the day.
  14. SA mom

    Shortest walk from deluxe hotel to boats?

    Stay at Hard Rock, rent the scooter, then scoot to the park. I think the walk from HRH to the front gate of Universal Studios is about the same as walking to the boat launch plus the walk from City Walk Dock to the front gate.
  15. SA mom

    Ticket-Question to Special Offer

    Be sure to check expiration dates on offers. We almost got caught by that before.
  16. SA mom

    Drink and Dining Specials offered July 11-20, Grandeur of the Seas

    She was adorable! I really miss that morning show! I did end up washing a few items in our sink...it was much warmer than forecasted the week before and we changed clothes more often than planned. We sailed on a sister ship out of Galveston a few years ago. We took our Girl Scout troop and...
  17. SA mom

    Podcast Crowd info vs. Touring Plans - which is correct?

    Touring Plans has been very accurate in our experience. They use millions of pieces of historical data as well as hire people to be in the parks to count the numbers coming off attractions. There was a great interview with Len Testa last year on one of the podcasts. Their wait time estimates...
  18. SA mom

    Snacks on a plane

    Homemade rice crispie treats.
  19. SA mom

    Hagrid's Coaster Queue Updates / Questions / Reviews

    We were there a few weeks ago. I see no reason to be there at rope drop to get in line for this at this point. If you get there at 7:30am and wait until the ride opens (if it does) you've still waited 4 hours. We got there around 10:30 and waited in the Sinbad area for 2 hours before they...
  20. SA mom

    RC with a Baby

    We've never cruised with a baby, but have cruised 4 times and talked to lots of young parents. We've been to WDW lots. I think this really depends on the time of year you go and how you approach each trip. The cruise would be less decision making, but a WDW trip without major planning can...
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