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by mjs805
Dec Thu 29, 2005 11:42 am
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: Fast Passes, yeah no nay?
Replies: 116
Views: 56249

I like the Fast Pass system because it allows you to plan out a couple of hours in your day. I think that Disney needs to be careful that they don't over do it and make too many attractions Fast Pass. The recent rumors about linking Fast Pass to your hotel reservation and giving more fast passes to ...
by mjs805
Dec Thu 29, 2005 11:36 am
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: favorite restaurant in the "World"
Replies: 257
Views: 113651

My favorite has to be the Crystal Palace. I liked it better when it wasn't a character breakfast. It used to be a regular stop for us after an early morning storming through the Magic Kingdom. The french toast is the best. Not a restaurant, but nothing beats sitting on the patio at the Polynesian Vi...
by mjs805
Dec Thu 29, 2005 11:27 am
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: Favorite Character dining experiences
Replies: 45
Views: 33419

We are big fans of the dinner at Chef Mickey's. Lots of character interaction and the best food I have had at a character meal. I also like to sit back and watch the monorails glide by. Cape May breakfast is a close second, since Beach Club Villas is our home resort and where we stay most times. Mike
by mjs805
Oct Mon 17, 2005 11:28 am
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: SOARIN
Replies: 160
Views: 74132

Unfortunately, I am sure that ultimately it was the almighty dollar that swayed the decision. I am sure the imagineers had thoughts of doing new footage but they were probably overruled by corporate types that wanted a new attraction done quickly and inexpensively.

Mike
by mjs805
Oct Mon 17, 2005 11:10 am
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: What Disney ride has the best queue???
Replies: 230
Views: 118480

The last time I was there (DL) was well before Fast Pass.

It's a shame. Sometimes we are in such a rush to see everything that we miss all of the subtle details of some of these great attraction.

Mike
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 7:07 pm
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: Best Kept Secrets?
Replies: 72
Views: 36301

My vote is for the Peoplemover (TTA). That is its correct name after all. It is a great ride to take a break and cool off. There is very rarely a line. I miss the "commuter computer" narration.

Mike
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 7:02 pm
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: Favorite Disney Frozen Treat
Replies: 128
Views: 64244

Gotta go with the Dole whips. Those mickey Bars always melt and make a big mess. :shock:

Mike
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 7:00 pm
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: Favorite WDW Theme Park
Replies: 87
Views: 42486

I started going to WDW when it was just the Magic Kingdom, so it will always be my sentimental favorite. My second is probably EPCOT, then Animal Kingdom, and MGM.

Mike
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 6:55 pm
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: Married and/or Honeymooned at WDW?
Replies: 57
Views: 29179

Did neither, but did stop at Disneyland for three nights (Disneyland Hotel) on the way back from Hawaii on our Honeymoon (1994). It was our first time there and I could not get over how small Disneyland felt. You definitely got a sense of the history of the original. I need to get back there again o...
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 6:50 pm
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: SOARIN
Replies: 160
Views: 74132

I thought Soarin' was a good ride, but I would have liked to have seen a different version, flying over Florida or over the various countries in World Showcase. I thought it would have been cool to have it end flying in over Spaceship Earth and Illuminations.

Mike
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 6:43 pm
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: Choosing a Disney resort
Replies: 33
Views: 17512

We are Vacation Club members, so our choices are limited. Our home resort is the Beach Club and that is where we stay most often. The big deciding factor for us is the pool. My sons spend hours in Stormalong Bay. I sometimes have to drag them out at 10PM, because we have an early day planned in the ...
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 6:30 pm
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: 5th Theme Park
Replies: 31
Views: 18992

I would rather see Disney sink the money into the existing parks, Epcot in particular. Future World seems to have losts its focus and needs some quality rides and not just another thrill ride. I am really hoping that this Living Seas refurb is good, but I am not optimistic. If the rumors of another ...
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 5:33 pm
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: Best Age for First Visit
Replies: 31
Views: 17504

I voted 5-6. We have been taking our two boys since they were 1 and 3, but this last trip (they were 5 and 7) was the first trip that they both remembered specific things about the trip. On previous trips, the little guy could tell you he went to Disney World, but when asked what he did there, he wo...
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 5:28 pm
Forum: Walt Disney World Resort
Topic: What Disney ride has the best queue???
Replies: 230
Views: 118480

I vote for Indiana Jones at Disneyland. I thought it really gets you into the atmosphere of the ride and keeps you entertained.

Mike
by mjs805
Oct Fri 14, 2005 5:14 pm
Forum: Trip Planning & Reports
Topic: Trip Frequnecy
Replies: 65
Views: 39537

We usually go twice in a 12 month period, then take a year off. This year we are doing three trips in a year. The Vacation Club definitely sways you to make trips more often. I rationalize that the hotel is paid for and we have annual passes. That is how I convince myself that it makes since to go m...