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You have a number of options in the Magic Kingdom area.
The least expensive option Wilderness Lodge (and is one of my favorite resorts) though it is not on the monrail line (although there is a boat to and from Magic Kingdom). The Poly is my most favorite. Love the ambience though your room could be placed closer to the Ticket and Transportation Center than the main building. If you want to go all out, you could try the Grand Floridian. The Contemporary or Bay Lake Tower are both very nice. I love being able to walk to and from the Magic Kingdom from this location.
If you tend to "wing" eating, I would suspect the dining plan would not be a good match with your style. To get the most out of it, you really need to plan your dining out ahead of time. Also, since your planned trip is only a few month away, you could have problems getting reservations at some of the more popular dining venues.
Welcome back to Intercot!!
Linda aka: Faline
INTERCOT Staff: Vacation Planning,Trip Reports and Disney Camping
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Welcome back and thanks for serving our country.
I love the Wilderness Lodge also.
Rita (aka NJGIRL)
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Welcome back & thank you for your service to our country. Of the MK resorts, We've only stayed at Bay Lakes Towers. Absolutely love it. So nice to be able to walk to MK.
Jodie
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Thank you for all your information. I am just fortunate that I came home like thousands did not. We have narrowed it down to either the Polynesian or Wilderness Lodge. I know they are different themes and vibes. Since the parks are busy busy, would enjoy a place to unwind. There is availability at both. Still am thinking about the Dining plan. T.O. feels she can "wing" it a little less. But it does come down to more bang for the buck.
Please stop for a moment set aside an hour and go find a police officer working a beat and thank them..164 officers last year never got that thank you.. ~ Borrowed and Edited from Nick Ruggiero
April 24th-29th 2012 WL
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Love, LOVE the Poly!
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First of all, welcome back! And, thanks for your sacrifice.
I would recommend Wilderness Lodge, because it is as far away as possible (theme wise) as the scenery in Iraq. Just kidding (sort of but not really). It is a very romantic resort, quiet, and a nice getaway feel from the rest of WDW, yet it's just a boat ride away from the MK. Also, there is a boat launch that goes to the Contemporary Resort, where you could hop the monorail to dine at any of those three places.
Honestly, WL feels more "deluxe" to me than Polynesian does. I'd recommend Contemporary over Polynesian for 2 adults (nice, upscale rooms, good dining options, good facilities). I don't know if you care for either of these two things, but if you want an onsite fitness center or hot tub, the Polynesian has neither. Every other Deluxe resort has both.
The dining plan really is more of a pain than anything else. I don't like it at all, and you can come out even (or ahead) by just paying out of pocket and dining as you wish.
You don't need a bunch of ADRs. Don't believe that. If you have a smart phone, simply use Disney's mobile dining site to make ADRs "on the fly." We have been very successful with doing this the past few trips, and we've never missed out on any places we wanted to eat. As long as you can be flexible, and open minded, you will always find a place to eat when you need one. The site is m.disneyworld.com. Click on "make dining reservations" and get a feel for how this works before you are on your trip. You can "practice" at home.
The dining plan makes you have to think too much, and plan too much ahead. It kills spontaneity. And, it's so annoying to want a snack, and have to keep asking "is this a snack on the dining plan?" I just prefer eating where I want, when I want, and what I want, and not having to worry about credits.
We visited in May last year, and the beginning of April the year before that. The best thing I can say about that time period is that the weather is amazing! And, the Flower and Garden festival is going on at Epcot, which is a nice plus.
Natalie
INTERCOT Staff: Disneyland Resort-California, The Water Cooler
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You mentioned Nursing. Swan or Dolphin have have been reported to have great "nurse" rates.
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They do and we looked into that. The rate at Coronado for the conference was great also. We have decided on the Wilderness Lodge. Very 'cited as our DDs say. Chose that in part due to price and ambience we were looking for. Also I was able to do club level at WL and take her to Discovery Cove while we are there for what it would cost to stay at poynesian or conteporary. Thank you to everyone for your advice and help!!!
About the modes of transportation, I dont mind the lack of a monorail. As long as I plan accordingly we can still use it when applicable. Plus sometimes it is more the journey than the destination. Just Booked it today!!! Thanks to Karen at Magical Journeys, absolutely amazingly helpful.
Please stop for a moment set aside an hour and go find a police officer working a beat and thank them..164 officers last year never got that thank you.. ~ Borrowed and Edited from Nick Ruggiero
April 24th-29th 2012 WL
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Originally Posted by LilHooligan74
Also I was able to do club level at WL
We did club level at Wilderness Lodge twice. I'm sure you'll love it! We certainly feel like we got our money's worth out of the Club Level offerings!
Glad you used Magic Journeys! Those folks are just the best!!
Linda aka: Faline
INTERCOT Staff: Vacation Planning,Trip Reports and Disney Camping
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Originally Posted by LVT
You mentioned Nursing. Swan or Dolphin have have been reported to have great "nurse" rates.
Oh yeah, I've heard you get a discount for being a nurse. Do you know what kind?
Next trip - Sep29-Oct4! Free QS dining at POP. First trip with both kids. (6th total visit)
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Congrats on final payment!! Can i stow away in the trunk??
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Originally Posted by smokester653
Congrats on final payment!! Can i stow away in the trunk??
I guess so, since I have to pretty much pass by you... Don't know if the boss lady will approve
Please stop for a moment set aside an hour and go find a police officer working a beat and thank them..164 officers last year never got that thank you.. ~ Borrowed and Edited from Nick Ruggiero
April 24th-29th 2012 WL
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