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Disney Dollars use for gratuity?
So we have received "Disney Dollars" for gifts and plan to use on our upcoming trip in Febuary. Question is, can I use these to pay for my tips at restaurants? Don't want to tip the server with these if they can't exchange for regular mon...
Being picked as the "Opening Family" in MK...
I read in a post that someone was picked as the "Opening Family" thanks to tips they read here. Well, I searched and searched and have been a lurker for a loooooong time, and just can't find anything! So will somebody be so kind to dire...
Shop in Japan
I hope I am not losing my mind, but I very well could be:headache: but does the shop in Japan (can not remember the name for anything!) carry Hello Kitty or Miss Kitty things? My DD thought she saw some there last time. My 2 DSs want to go there for ...
Zero days since last accident
So we leave tomorrow for a stay at WL, going to MVMCP and CP and I couldn't be more excited. I also just broke my 2 smallest toes on my right foot this morning. I tripped over the dog and managed to kick the wall somehow... In April when we went t...
Crowds/Weather in January?
What are the crowds and/or weather like in early January? My family and I usually take summer vacations so i'm used to the large crowds and intense heat. i'm hoping for a more relaxing trip this time. but whatever the outcome it's Disneyworld the ...
What time can we enter MK for MVMCP?
Apologies if this has already been asked and answered, but how early can you get into the MK to attend MVMCP? We already have tickets. Is it 4:00?...
Test Track Lately?
For anyone who's been to Epcot recently, how has Test Track been behaving? I know in all my past trips it's acted crazy, randomly stopped, etc. Also, does anyone happen to know why this happens? Thank you! pixiedust:...
Toon Town hours?
I am standing at concierge in AKL & he can't answer this question...Toon Town.... will it open same time as MK? TIA!...
Third trip this year; some thoughts
We just returned, and my head's still spinning from the plane, but just a few comments. We were there for three peak periods this year--President's weekend, last week of July/first week of August, and now Thanksgiving week. This week was by far t...
star wars weekend ?\'s
For all the SWW experts.... When are the dates released? If I get to the studios at opening, how long will it take to meet the characters(not people in the movies)? Are the schedules for meet and greets the same friday-sunday?If I make the effort ...
What\'s new in since 3/09?
Went las tyear in March and Toy Story was the new thing.Am I correct in that they made changes to TTA? What were the changes? Also I have read that they made some changes to Space Mountain before and after the ride. Did they go to ride cars that you ...
Have you been to WDW with one of these? how did it go?
so i just found out today that i have to wear this brace on my next trip in 3 weeks. these braces are more common for a leg. has anyone gone to wdw with a brace on? did they let you ride all the rides?? i'm not even going to try the tot, i hol...
Is 400$ spending money enough?
Not for food, but for STUFF. Shirts, toys, PAP, just stuff. We are on the dinning plan, so I am guessing food wont be a problem. I know we will need a few meals, but we will be driving so getting to a store is no prob. Am I kidding myself that...
Princess Tiania
My DGD has got the big time want to see Princiess Tiania and the movie is not even out yet. After the riverboat show goes away will there be a spot in the tent for her? we will be there in may and DGD wants to see her really bad. :surfweb::goodvibe...
Press Penny Question
I want to do the press pennies but I want to have shinny ones so I was going to go to the bank and get rolls but they are heavy and will weight down my already over packed suitcase. 1. can you get rolls of new pennies at the resort? 2. does it ...
keys to the kingdom tour
DH mentioned that he wants to get tickets for him and myself to do the keys to the kingdom tour for my birthday. Can someone tell me about it? I understand that it is a walking tour and you get to go back stage. I was just hopeing that someone wou...
Photo Ops With Disney Villains ?
My DD5 prefers the villains over the princesses---are there any photo character meet and greets that include them? we will be in disney the last wk of Jan.--i know the villains are there over Halloweenpirate:...
Military Tickets--Mickey\'s Very Merry Christmas
Hi, I called Disney today, hoping to make a reservation for 4 tickets to the MVMCP and the agent told me that military tickets can only be purchased at the gate. We are driving to Disney, and planning to arrive on Nov 20th--do you think we would...
What day is least crowded day to visit epcot?
Which day would be the least crowded day to visit epcot. Wednesday before thanksgiving, thanksgiving day, black friday, or the saturday following thanksgiving?...
Park Closing Time Questions: Rides & Other Stuff
I've now learned that the MK Goodnight Kiss occurs about an hour AFTER the park closes, and that you can enjoy the Osborne Lights for about 45 minutes AFTER park closing. So then, being a DL vet (but WDW first timer) I remember that the DL parks i...
Possible might be going to Mickey Not so Scary Halloween next year
I possible might be going to Mickey not so scary Halloween party next year my family are going to stay in one of the cheaper hotals like all star resorts and staying in all stay movies. It only for a week during half term but it namely the party we ...
"Give A Day, Get A Disney Day" Thread?
Hi all ... for the life of me, I cannot find a thread on "Give A Day." Can someone please point me in the right direction? Thanks!...
Quick question about Osbourne Lights
I apologize if this has been asked before, but I am a little confused about the Osbourne lights at DHS. The calendar says they happen at 6 PM (I think), but I thought once they were lit they were on until closing. Do they also play music with the lig...
Reserved seats for Finding Nemo-The Musical
I read somewhere that if you reserve lunch for the buffet at the Tusker House you receive reserved seating for Finding Nemo. Can anyone provide information on how this works? Are the seats all in one section like for the fantasmic dinner plan?...
Expedition Everest
What time does EE usually open. I'm going to AK on a Saturday in mid December. Park hours are 9-5....
Anyone else annoyed by how often the "parties" are scheduled?
Tour books suggest taking mid-day breaks etc. How are you supposed to do that when the Merry Christmas Party is every day of your trip except 1, causing the Magic Kingdom to close at 7? :mad: Park tickets are expensive enough. I don't want to buy...
Golf: Reserving a tee time as a single at a Disney golf course
Hi, I'm trying to book a 7am tee time at Disney's Lake Buena Vista course for next week... but there are no tee times available for a single until 11am on the day I'm interested in (via either the web or on the phone). However, if I try to book a...
Star Wars Weekends????
Hi there! My DH and I are long time Disney Fans! We have not been to a Star Wars Weekend, but have heard LOTS of good things about them. I went to get my car winterized today and was asked about it by my guy at Honda. I gave him the DisBo...
Splash Mountain - Closed
I just read that Splash Mountain will be closed 1/3/10 to 02/27/09, we will be trere in early February...bummer....
February trips and swimming?
For those that have gone in February, is it warm enough to swim in an outdoor heated pool? Also, how cool will it be at night?...
