Update: I am putting together the master list tonight. Please make sure you have included your information if you want to be on the list!
If you are planning a vacation this month, next year or anytime in the future… this is going to be the place for you!
I want to make a list of all my readers that are planning vacations for a new Disney planning feature that I am going to be doing.
This is what I need from you:
Name (you are welcome to make up an alias if you want. Just something to identify your vacation)
Vacation Dates
Number of adults, kids (and ages of kids)
Name of the resort you are staying at (or the ones you are considering) or if you are staying off site
If you plan to get park hopper, water park, etc
If you plan to get the meal plan and what type of plan you will be getting
Estimated amount of money you hope to save for the trip
Flying or Driving
If this is your first trip or when your last trip was
Any other facts you can think of adding
If you could do it in a list format for me, that would be helpful. I am going to make a post for planning feature with all our information on it.
{ 95 comments… read them below or add one }
1.Michelle2.October 20103.2 adults, 2 kids4.one of the Disney value resorts (we've stayed at all 4 already!)5.definitely park hoppers!!6.and with the meal plan (we did the very first month it was out, great!)7.the basic meal plan, 2 meals and a snack per night8.$20009.flying!!10.taking disney transportation to/from the airport -they get the bags from the airline for us, yea!!(often book through disney travel, even won a limo ride 2 years ago to the resort – kids LOVED it!!)
1. Janna2. November 20103. 2 adults, 2 kids (11 and 4)4. Pop Century (or deluxe splurge, not yet sure)5. Park Hoppers – always6. Basic dining7. This is flexible. Due to circumstances, most of the actual trip will be paid for…I want to save for the extras – more food (my boys always eat up the snack credits and I never get any), souvenirs, fun stuff (caricatures, video games, etc.). I would like to have $500 to $1000 free and clear with no budget impact otherwise.8. Driving9. This may be a combo Disney/Universal trip.
1. Hollye2. October 20103. 2 adults, 1 child (might have the inlaws along, so maybe 2 additional adults.)4. We would like to stay at the Wilderness Lodge this time.5.not sure on the park hopper. We didn't have it last time and there were only a couple of times when I wished we had it.6. the basic meal plan (I'm crossing my fingers they do the free plans again soon. That saved us a TON of money!7. We like to enjoy ourselves on vacation, so I am thinking we are going to need between $3500 – $4000 to cover everything. (wowsers…I need to start saving NOW! I've already got about $300 saved….)9.We are driving
1. Cassie 2. December 20103. So far 2 Adults and 3 Kids4. Disney World, Orlando FL5. I am guessing Park Hoppers6. Grocery Smart Dining (local target with coupons ;)7. Hoping $2,500 no idea???8. Flying with my sky miles saved up
1. Barbie2. May 20103. 4 adults, 2 kids4. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge (DVC)5. Annual passes (1-day, 1-parks for the visiting in-laws)6. No meal plan – full kitchen in the villa, so I'll be doing most of the cooking.7. $4,000 8. 2 adults, 2 kids driving; 2 adults flying from American Samoa!9. Will also spend a day at The Holy Land Experience – a first for all of us!
1. Smith Family2. January 23-30, 20103. 8 adults, 1 toddler (21 months)4. Off site, Florida Sun Vacation home, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom home with private pool for $16525. Bought tickets through Kissimmee Guest Services, 5 day, no park hopping for $210 per adult6. No meal plan, eat at home most of the time7. So far have saved about 10008. Flying out of Flint, MI on Airtran paid $194 per adult9. Made ADRs for Hollywood and Vine, Le Cellier, Liberty Tree, Whispering Canyon and a fireworks cruise (all special treats). We also rented a minivan from National for $308 total. Saved money by combining families in an offsite home, buying tickets from a 3rd party vendor, not flying out of a major metropolitian airport, cashing in credit card points for visa gift cards (Disney Visa and our general debit card) and of course couponing. Also, have used http://www.mousesavers.com, http://www.allears.net, http://www.touringplans.com and wdwtoday podcast for advice on planning.
1.Cheryl2. May 21-31 20103. 6 A 2C ages 2 and 44. Beach Club Villas5. 5 of us have season passes and 2 adults will be getting hoppers6. Basic Dining (snack counter table)7. $20008. Flying9. We are celebrating my husband's 32nd and my grandmother's 90th! birthdays while there. We are looking for something new and exciting to try while we are there!
1. Laurie2. Dec 13-16, 2009!!!3. 2 adults, 2 kids – 2 & 7 (We are meeting up with 5 adults and 2 kids)4. Disney's Fort Wilderness5. We are getting Florida Resident Seasonal Passes6. No meal plan. We are staying in a cabin, so we plan to cook a lot of meals ourselves to save money7. Driving8. Our last trip to Disney was March 2008.9. My husband lost his job 7 months ago so my dad has planned this trip as our Christmas present. It is a mini family reunion.
1. Rebekah2. June 5-13, 20103. 8 adults and one 15 year old4. Wilderness Lodge5. Definitely parkhoppers6. Disney Dining Plan7. it costs $1525.50 per person (we divided it evenly between everyone) so i need to save $3051. I already have $1200 saved! :)8. We are driving.9. My last trip was June 28-July 3 2009 (we went on our honeymoon there!)10. We are celebrating our one year anniversary, my in-laws 30th anniversary, and someone graduating from nursing school! :)
1. Donner Family2. October 20113. 3 adults, 1 kid (turning 3) (possibly a 1 year old as well if my husband talks me into another one before the trip)4. probably one of the value resorts5. park hoppers6. not sure about meal plan yet7. we are estimating $3,000 to $4,0008. Driving9. Kid(s) first trip, husband's second trip, multiple trips for me and my mom10. celebrating daughter's third birthday, our 8th anniversary, and celebrating my mom's 65th birthday early.
1.Jennifer G2. May 13-20,20103. 2Adults, 2Kids (3yr&4yr)4. Offsite a renta home in Clermont5. park hopper but no waterparks6. no meal plan7. 20008. Flying9.We went in May of 2009
Christie C.5/22/2010-5/29/20102 adults, 13 yr old, 2 yr oldPop CenturyNo Water ParkNo Park hopper (I may change this)Dining Plan (1 qs, 1 tm, 1 snack)Hope to save $1000Flying (hopefully)First trip!
1. Minnie Mama2. March 20103. 2 adults, 1 child (age 2)4. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge (we're DVC members)5. Park Hoppers (we already have the passes)6. Dining plan7. Just saving for rental car, dining plan, and souvenirs.8. Flying9. We're also gonna visit Sea World.10. We go at least 2x year as we're DVC members so we've been more times then I can count, but we love it there! Maybe we've been 100 times?
1.Nikki2.December 20103.2 Adults, 2 Kids4.Rental Home through Florida Sun Vacations5.Park Hopper6.Doing the cooking myself7.$3000-$40008.Driving9.First time for my husband and kids. I went 20 years ago!
1. Jenna2. Nov 20103. 2 adults, 3 kids4. Bay Lake Tower, MK view5. Park Hopper6. eating in room for most part with groceries bout there7. Would love to save enough for 5 day tickets and spending since room is paid for. about $1600.8. Driving9. Last trip was May 09.Going to celebrate Christmas season and meeting up with some friends from ALaska who will be staying with us. Super Excited!!!!
1. Evelyn2. September 19-26, 20103. 2 adults, 2 kids4. Off site5. Yes, Park Hoppers6. Don't know about the meal plan…need more info before deciding!7. Planning to have $1500 saved8. Flying9. Not the first trip, last time we went was in 2006.
1. Lecia2. Feb 5-12, 20103. 2 adults4. Port Orleans, Riverside5. Basic ticket6. Unsure on mealplan7. $25008. Flying!9. I went to WDW in 2001, but this is my boyfriend's first trip.
1. catm132. May 20103. 2 adults ,1 kid4. Polynesian5. Park Hopper = YES6. Meal Plan = Yes (the one with the 1 table, 1 counter & 1 snack/day)7. trying to reach $1200 goal (up to $900ish)8. driving…9. My dd's 1st trip; our last one was May 2004?
1. Rebecca2. August, 20103. 2 adults, 2 kids (ages 7 and 4)4. Prefer deluxe resort 5. No park hopper or water park (would like park hopper but trying to keep cost down)6. Yes, to dining plan…2 quick service and two snacks a day per person7. I would like to have $1,000 in spending cash8. Flying (will need approx $900 for air tickets)9. We went in May, 2009 and LOVED it. My kids still talk about it non-stop…I never thought I'd be the type to go two years in a row, but I am. Our income is down this year, if I'm going to pull this off, it has to be with saving.
1. Blessedmama2. Jan/Feb 20113. 2 adults, 3 kids (4.75y, 2.5y, 11months) on our part. Will also be at least 4-6 more adults and a few more kids in our party.4. POR or POFQ…can't part with PO!5. Park Hopper for sure!6. Basic dining7. At least $3000, not sure yet- it'll be an 8 or 9 day vacation.8. Flying cross country!9. My 7th trip, DH's 3rd, DD1's 3rd, DD2's 2nd, new baby's first! Our last trip was Jan 2009 and there were 27 of us from OR/ID!10. Will use Magical Express again. This time will be a Disney only vaca- no Sea World, Universal, or Kennedy Space Center on this trip.
1. Patty2. May 20103. 4 adults, 2 kids4. One of the Disney Resorts – our first trip! 5. Park hopper for sure6. Have not decided on the meal plan, not familiar with it.7. $2,5008. Driving9. This will be my second trip, went when I was in my early 20's. My 5 year old and 1 year old have never been and my 5 year old has been asking for months now how we can go to Disney World. This will be our FIRST Family Vacation! I am so excited!
1. Lisa2. December 12 – December 14, 20093. Just Me4. All Star Music5. Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party Ticket6. No Meal Plan7. $4008. Flying9. Last Trip Nov. 2009————————————–1. Lisa2. March 3 – 7, 20093. 2 Adults4. Pop Century5. Season Passes6. Deluxe Meal Plan or Tables in Wonderland Card7. $10008. Flying9. See Above—————————————1. Lisa2. August 15 – 22nd3. 2 Adults4. Disney BoadWalk Resort / Disney Wonder5. Season Passes6. Deluxe Meal Plan or Tables in Wonderland Card7. $15008. Flying9. See Above————————————–1. Lisa2. December 1 – December 5, 20093. Two Adults4. Disney Swan/Dolphin5. Season Pass6. Deluxe Meal Plan or Tables in Wonderland Card7. $10008. Flying9. See AboveI am a Disney Certified Travel Agent and LOVE LOVE LOVE WDW. I go as much as my pocketbook lets me. I fund my trips from commissions I earn booking other People's trips. If anyone would like quotes let me know! I also keep watch for the best sales/deals and change my reservation (or other clients reservations) if a better deal comes out then the one I have booked.
1. The Hunt Family2. May 20103. 2 adults, 2 kids (5 & 23 months)4. one of the Disney Deluxe resorts 5. park hoppers6. would like to try the meal plan this time7. $3000?8. flying9. last trip was May/2007
1. WC2. Fall 2011 (7 days, 6 nights)3. 4 adults, 1 child (will be 4)4. Beach Club Villa or Boardwalk Villa5. No park hopper. No water park.6. Magic Your Way Meal Plan (1 table, 1 counter, 1 snack)7. $10,000 (This is a once in a lifetime trip. Might as well go big!)8. Flying (hoping to use reward points from credit cards)9. Last trip for my parents & I was in 1987. First trip for DH and DD.
1. Crystal2. September 20103. 2 adults, 2 kids (9 & 7)4. Hoping to stay at a DVC property with my grandparents timeshare points, if not we will stay at the All Star Music5. No park hoppers, possibly water parks6. The meal plan with 1 table service and 1 quick service and 1 snack7. $35008. Definately flying9. Not our first rodeo! This will be trip # 4
1.Wendy 2.May 20103. 4 adults 4 kids ages (14.8.5.1)4. Staying off site in a time share with friends5.not sure about park hopping6. have not decided about meal plan…i think we will probably cook ourselves though7. thinking 25008. Driving9. This is our FIRST TRIP TO DISNEY!!!! I am 31 and SOOOOO excited!!!
1.Wendy 2.May 20103. 4 adults 4 kids ages (14.8.5.1)4. Staying off site in a time share with friends5.not sure about park hopping6. have not decided about meal plan…i think we will probably cook ourselves though7. thinking 25008. Driving9. This is our FIRST TRIP TO DISNEY!!!! I am 31 and SOOOOO excited!!!
1. Jill2. Jan 2011 (I hope!)3. 2 adults, 4 kids (13,7,5,2)4. ??5. Park hoppers6. no meal plan (that could change)7. $4000-$5000 (Expensive for 6 to fly from Alaska but will try to cut corners where we can)8. My dh and 3 of the kids went in Jan 2008 for a Make A Wish trip- It was great but I has just found out I was pregnant- would love to go back and enjoy the rides and the whole experience without morning sickness LOL.
1. Jill2. Jan 2011 (I hope!)3. 2 adults, 4 kids (13,7,5,2)4. ??5. Park hoppers6. no meal plan (that could change)7. $4000-$5000 (Expensive for 6 to fly from Alaska but will try to cut corners where we can)8. My dh and 3 of the kids went in Jan 2008 for a Make A Wish trip- It was great but I has just found out I was pregnant- would love to go back and enjoy the rides and the whole experience without morning sickness LOL.
Name: Ann MarieVacation Dates: End of MarchNumber of adults, kids: 2 adults, 4 kids(7,5,5,and 3)Name of the resort you are staying at: Unsure, possibly Pop Century(haven't stayed there yet) or back to Port Orleans. We'll have to have 2 rooms this trip!If you plan to get park hopper, water park, etc: We have annual passes at present.If you plan to get the meal plan and what type of plan you will be getting: Most likely Basic Meal Plan.Estimated amount of money you hope to save for the trip: $2000.Flying or Driving: DrivingIf this is your first trip or when your last trip was: last trip was in October 2009Any other facts you can think of adding
Name: Ann MarieVacation Dates: End of MarchNumber of adults, kids: 2 adults, 4 kids(7,5,5,and 3)Name of the resort you are staying at: Unsure, possibly Pop Century(haven't stayed there yet) or back to Port Orleans. We'll have to have 2 rooms this trip!If you plan to get park hopper, water park, etc: We have annual passes at present.If you plan to get the meal plan and what type of plan you will be getting: Most likely Basic Meal Plan.Estimated amount of money you hope to save for the trip: $2000.Flying or Driving: DrivingIf this is your first trip or when your last trip was: last trip was in October 2009Any other facts you can think of adding
1. Monica2. end of April, beginning of May, 20103. 2 adults, 2 kids ages 7 & 44. not sure?5. park hopper and water park6. after reading your info….maybe not the meal plan7. $25008. driving9. First trip for my kids and my first since I was 8 (I'm now 33)!!
1. Monica2. end of April, beginning of May, 20103. 2 adults, 2 kids ages 7 & 44. not sure?5. park hopper and water park6. after reading your info….maybe not the meal plan7. $25008. driving9. First trip for my kids and my first since I was 8 (I'm now 33)!!
1. Aymee2. January 2010/March 2010/September 20103. 2 adults, 2 kids4. Boardwalk Villas/ Villas at Wilderness Lodge / Saratoga Springs5. Florida Resident Seasonal Passes6. No meal plan7. $300 for each trip (plus another $750 for a b.day party in Sept)8. Driving9. Last trip was December 200910. In March we are celebrating my DD's 5 b.day and in Sept. my DS's 3rd B.day.During the Sept. trip we want to have a b.day party at the Neverland Club for my son (we did one for my daughter when she turned 4 this year) The Sept. trip also follows a 3 night cruise onboard the Disney Wonder where my DH and I will be renewing our wedding vows.
1. Aymee2. January 2010/March 2010/September 20103. 2 adults, 2 kids4. Boardwalk Villas/ Villas at Wilderness Lodge / Saratoga Springs5. Florida Resident Seasonal Passes6. No meal plan7. $300 for each trip (plus another $750 for a b.day party in Sept)8. Driving9. Last trip was December 200910. In March we are celebrating my DD's 5 b.day and in Sept. my DS's 3rd B.day.During the Sept. trip we want to have a b.day party at the Neverland Club for my son (we did one for my daughter when she turned 4 this year) The Sept. trip also follows a 3 night cruise onboard the Disney Wonder where my DH and I will be renewing our wedding vows.
Bambi1.Bambi2.Sept.20113.2 adults,1 child (age 6)4.Pop century5.park hoppers6.meal plan7.basic meal plan, 2 meals and snack per night8.$25009.flying10.we took our oldest grandaughter sept.2008. Our plan is to take each grandchild when they turn 6. In 2011 we have two of them turning 6, not sure if we will take them together or individually.
Bambi1.Bambi2.Sept.20113.2 adults,1 child (age 6)4.Pop century5.park hoppers6.meal plan7.basic meal plan, 2 meals and snack per night8.$25009.flying10.we took our oldest grandaughter sept.2008. Our plan is to take each grandchild when they turn 6. In 2011 we have two of them turning 6, not sure if we will take them together or individually.
1. Autumn 2. November 20103. 8 adults, 10 kids (My family 2 adults plus 5 kids. But both my sisters and their families are coming, so we are all planning together.)4. Hope to stay in the park (animal kingdom or the old key west) But have a timeshare and may have to stay off site. Will have to wait within 45 days to book to try and get the deals through our timshare.5. Park hoppers with no water parks6. No meal plan, didn't know there was one. 7. Hope to put back $2,5008. Driving9. Would also like to go to the Christmas party with the characters and possibly the character breakfast.
1. Autumn 2. November 20103. 8 adults, 10 kids (My family 2 adults plus 5 kids. But both my sisters and their families are coming, so we are all planning together.)4. Hope to stay in the park (animal kingdom or the old key west) But have a timeshare and may have to stay off site. Will have to wait within 45 days to book to try and get the deals through our timshare.5. Park hoppers with no water parks6. No meal plan, didn't know there was one. 7. Hope to put back $2,5008. Driving9. Would also like to go to the Christmas party with the characters and possibly the character breakfast.
1. Anna2. Future not/sure3. Disneyland Anaheim, CA4. 2 adults 2 kids (ages 2, 4)5. park hopper6. What is a meal plan?7. Driving8. First trip as a family9. Not even sure how much I would need to save.
1. Anna2. Future not/sure3. Disneyland Anaheim, CA4. 2 adults 2 kids (ages 2, 4)5. park hopper6. What is a meal plan?7. Driving8. First trip as a family9. Not even sure how much I would need to save.
1. Deb2. October 20103. 2 Adults4. Caribbean or Port Orleans5. Definitely Park Hopper6. Never gotten the meal plan before7. $40008. Flying9. Our honeymoon
1. Deb2. October 20103. 2 Adults4. Caribbean or Port Orleans5. Definitely Park Hopper6. Never gotten the meal plan before7. $40008. Flying9. Our honeymoon
1.Sandra2. March 2010 or later3.2 adults, 2 kids (10 yrs & 2 yrs special needs)4. 1 of the Disney resorts (haven't decided)5. thinking of hopper expecial for the water park6.considering a meal plan but would like options7.$2,000 at least 8.Driving but would love to fly because of the time9.parents grow up around Disneyland, 10 yr olds 2nd, 2 yr old 1st trip10. Any and all suggestions for traveling with kids from Northern Oregon to Cal. 3/10 might work for us but might have to be later in year but like to have a head start on things.
1.Sandra2. March 2010 or later3.2 adults, 2 kids (10 yrs & 2 yrs special needs)4. 1 of the Disney resorts (haven't decided)5. thinking of hopper expecial for the water park6.considering a meal plan but would like options7.$2,000 at least 8.Driving but would love to fly because of the time9.parents grow up around Disneyland, 10 yr olds 2nd, 2 yr old 1st trip10. Any and all suggestions for traveling with kids from Northern Oregon to Cal. 3/10 might work for us but might have to be later in year but like to have a head start on things.
1. littleduncan0072. Week after Thanksgiving 2010 (hopefully, haven't saved a penny yet)Disneyworld, want to stay at least 7 days3. 2 adults, 2 kids4. want to stay on-site, could use a suggestion5. park hoppers (don't know anything about water parks, don't know if you can do those in Nov., I know they have a festival of kights that I have to buy seperate tickets to because they close the park to only those people?)6. meal plan for sure7. had a small plan at Disneyland, but at Disneyworld I think we'd need more, I don't know the different levels?8.With airfare, I think we need about $7,000.9. flying10. want to take disney transpo., We've only been to Disneyland once, & are planning on making this trip only once this decade, so we really want to be prepared & go all out:)
1. littleduncan0072. Week after Thanksgiving 2010 (hopefully, haven't saved a penny yet)Disneyworld, want to stay at least 7 days3. 2 adults, 2 kids4. want to stay on-site, could use a suggestion5. park hoppers (don't know anything about water parks, don't know if you can do those in Nov., I know they have a festival of kights that I have to buy seperate tickets to because they close the park to only those people?)6. meal plan for sure7. had a small plan at Disneyland, but at Disneyworld I think we'd need more, I don't know the different levels?8.With airfare, I think we need about $7,000.9. flying10. want to take disney transpo., We've only been to Disneyland once, & are planning on making this trip only once this decade, so we really want to be prepared & go all out:)
1.Normajean2.August, Septemeber or December haven't decided 20103.1 adult 2 kids..4POFQ or Wilderness Lodge5.Maybe park Hoppers6.basic meal plan7.this is huge variable, depending on where we stay and what I can get for flights8. Definitely have to fly
1.Normajean2.August, Septemeber or December haven't decided 20103.1 adult 2 kids..4POFQ or Wilderness Lodge5.Maybe park Hoppers6.basic meal plan7.this is huge variable, depending on where we stay and what I can get for flights8. Definitely have to fly
We just got back a week ago but my kids are already asking to go back so I feel like I need to be on this thread.1. Christy2. year or so3. 2 adults, 3 kids4. Off site5. park hoppers for sure6. meal plan7. basic plan8. $20009. driving10. We get a great deal on a condo through the military which is why our plan will be off site approx $320 for the week
We just got back a week ago but my kids are already asking to go back so I feel like I need to be on this thread.1. Christy2. year or so3. 2 adults, 3 kids4. Off site5. park hoppers for sure6. meal plan7. basic plan8. $20009. driving10. We get a great deal on a condo through the military which is why our plan will be off site approx $320 for the week
1) Rose2) June 20103) 2 Adults, 3 Kids4) Pop Century (if offsite – Buena Vista suites)5) Park hopper and water park6) Maybe dining plan7) $3,000???8) Driving9) Third trip – went in 2004 and 2007
1) Rose2) June 20103) 2 Adults, 3 Kids4) Pop Century (if offsite – Buena Vista suites)5) Park hopper and water park6) Maybe dining plan7) $3,000???8) Driving9) Third trip – went in 2004 and 2007
1. Jen2. September 2010 3. 2 adults and 1 kiddo, age 3 4. Port Orleans Riverside5. Park hoppers!6. Hoping for free dining! but if not, basic meal plan and Food and Wine festival! 7. No idea yet :) I'm guessing around $2500.8. Definitely flying9. Last trip was in March 09. This will be our first trip as a whole family though! This year was just me and my son.10. Plans all subject to change if I get pregnant! :)
1. Jen2. September 2010 3. 2 adults and 1 kiddo, age 3 4. Port Orleans Riverside5. Park hoppers!6. Hoping for free dining! but if not, basic meal plan and Food and Wine festival! 7. No idea yet :) I'm guessing around $2500.8. Definitely flying9. Last trip was in March 09. This will be our first trip as a whole family though! This year was just me and my son.10. Plans all subject to change if I get pregnant! :)
AshleyOctober 20102 kids (2 and 5), 2 adultsAll-star – SportsPark hoppermeal plan (for resort)2,000flyingsept 2009breakfast w/princess'!!!!!
AshleyOctober 20102 kids (2 and 5), 2 adultsAll-star – SportsPark hoppermeal plan (for resort)2,000flyingsept 2009breakfast w/princess'!!!!!
1. Kelly2. January 20103. 2 adults, 3 kids4. Hotel Across the street from the resort – Disneyland CA5. definitely park hopper6. Basic dinning, we'll bring our own food and do at least one character breakfast7. We would like to spend as little as possible, hotel is paid for already, I've bought souvinish stuff to bring as a surprise. so perhaps $500-$8008. Driving9. Driving!
1. Kelly2. January 20103. 2 adults, 3 kids4. Hotel Across the street from the resort – Disneyland CA5. definitely park hopper6. Basic dinning, we'll bring our own food and do at least one character breakfast7. We would like to spend as little as possible, hotel is paid for already, I've bought souvinish stuff to bring as a surprise. so perhaps $500-$8008. Driving9. Driving!
1. PAmommy2. 20103. 2 adults, 1 child, 1 infant4. animal kingdom lodge or really any disney resort5. park hopper, no expiration, no waterpark6. disney plus dinning7. 2000.008. flying9. last trip 9-200910. looking for discounts and ways to save at disney.
1. PAmommy2. 20103. 2 adults, 1 child, 1 infant4. animal kingdom lodge or really any disney resort5. park hopper, no expiration, no waterpark6. disney plus dinning7. 2000.008. flying9. last trip 9-200910. looking for discounts and ways to save at disney.
1.Brandi 2.March or October 20103.2 adults, 2 kids4.one of the Disney value resorts5.park hoppers6.meal plan 7.meal plan including sit down dining8.$20009.driving10.took kids on first trip March 2009, so excited to go again, I find your site very motivating to save money towards this trip. Thanks
1.Brandi 2.March or October 20103.2 adults, 2 kids4.one of the Disney value resorts5.park hoppers6.meal plan 7.meal plan including sit down dining8.$20009.driving10.took kids on first trip March 2009, so excited to go again, I find your site very motivating to save money towards this trip. Thanks
I am a travel agent here in Knoxville, and I have been following you for about 6 months. I love the frugalness and the sweet spirit you seem to portray! I do travel part time and I really do just Disney! If you want me to quote you a deal I can. I do not charge commission Disney pays me to book clients. I also give away "Freebies" free photo pass, f\putt putt, 15$ planet hollywood in Downttown Disney! I love your site and I feel like I really know you! Thank you for helping me be a better stewart of God's blessings!
I am a travel agent here in Knoxville, and I have been following you for about 6 months. I love the frugalness and the sweet spirit you seem to portray! I do travel part time and I really do just Disney! If you want me to quote you a deal I can. I do not charge commission Disney pays me to book clients. I also give away "Freebies" free photo pass, f\putt putt, 15$ planet hollywood in Downttown Disney! I love your site and I feel like I really know you! Thank you for helping me be a better stewart of God's blessings!
ChelleJ68We go every 3 years2 Adults, 2 Kids (13 and 10)We like to stay at any of the Disney moderate resorts. Stayed at the Caribbean Beach Resort last timeWe usually buy indivdual park tickets because we also go to Universal Parks as wellWe dont normally buy the meal plan, not sure it is valuewise for us?$3000DrivingWe last went November of 2008, that was not our first time by far but it WAS our first time to stay at a Disney resort…LOVED IT!
ChelleJ68We go every 3 years2 Adults, 2 Kids (13 and 10)We like to stay at any of the Disney moderate resorts. Stayed at the Caribbean Beach Resort last timeWe usually buy indivdual park tickets because we also go to Universal Parks as wellWe dont normally buy the meal plan, not sure it is valuewise for us?$3000DrivingWe last went November of 2008, that was not our first time by far but it WAS our first time to stay at a Disney resort…LOVED IT!
1. Kim2.September-October 20103.2 adults 2 teens4.Disney resort(unsure which one)5. Park Hoppers6. Meal plans of some sorts7.2500-30008.Flying from Kansas City9.Will be second trip last one was June of last year, did not stay on site did have park hoppers, did not do meal plan. Temps were in the 100's and t was miserable while we were there.
1. Kim2.September-October 20103.2 adults 2 teens4.Disney resort(unsure which one)5. Park Hoppers6. Meal plans of some sorts7.2500-30008.Flying from Kansas City9.Will be second trip last one was June of last year, did not stay on site did have park hoppers, did not do meal plan. Temps were in the 100's and t was miserable while we were there.
Hi KristenHere is my info. KellieMay 20111 adult, 1 teenNot sure where to stay yet. Still researching.Probably will get a park hopperPlan on staying 8-9 daysNot sure about the meal planI am hoping to save $3000-$4000I will be flyingThis is my 2nd trip to disneyworld. The first for my daughter. Last time I was there I was her age now (12) and Epcot was not there yet!!! I'm very excited and love to plan to get the most out of my trip. Thanks for all your help.
Hi KristenHere is my info. KellieMay 20111 adult, 1 teenNot sure where to stay yet. Still researching.Probably will get a park hopperPlan on staying 8-9 daysNot sure about the meal planI am hoping to save $3000-$4000I will be flyingThis is my 2nd trip to disneyworld. The first for my daughter. Last time I was there I was her age now (12) and Epcot was not there yet!!! I'm very excited and love to plan to get the most out of my trip. Thanks for all your help.
2012
2 Adults – 2 kids (will be 4 in 2013)
Dont know many details as this will be first for all. Flying from CA. Would like 2000 spending money while there.
Mary B
—First 2 weeks of Dec (Year to be determined by savings)
—2 adults
—Polynesian or Wildness Lodge
—Park hopper
—Plan on getting meal plan: 1 counter, 1 quick, 1 snack
—$5000
—Flying
—Last trip was Sept/Oct 2009
First trip to Disney World and we are flying 5 adults. I want to get hopper passes and might do the meal plan. We are debating are timeshare or to stay on site. Going in late October 24-30, 2010.
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Kristin
1. We are going to Disney June 22-29, 2010.
2. We will be traveling with 4 adults and 4 children: My DH, Myself, Our 6yo DD, and 2yo triplets, also DDs! We are taking our nanny and her sister with us to help!
3. We are staying at the BLT.
4. Magic your way tickets, no park hopping for us this time!
5. Disney Dining Plan
6. Flying
7. Hope to save $2000
8. Last time we were there: ASMovies 4/07
Feb 25 – 28, 2010
2 Adults and 2 children (4 & 2)
Fort Wildreness
Day tickets – $25/day for FL residents (thanks for the tip).
No meal plan.
Hope to save at least $1500.
Driving North to Disney
2nd trip as a family.
Thanks again for all the tips and money saving ideas!!!
Dee
April 22, 2011 (5 to 7 nights) or 3rd week of Dec
1 adult, 1 kid (10)
Pop Century or one of the All-Star Resorts
DisneyQuest and waterpark
I will getting a meal plan, not sure which one
$2500
Flying
2nd trip. First trip was June 2009
Cody
July 26-August 7, 2010
2 adults, 2 children
Staying off site
Parkhopper-Yes
Would like to save $2000
Flying
1st trip for family. I went about 8 years ago for graduation
May 2010
2 adults, 2 kids,
value resort
no parkhopper-5 nites, 6 days
1600.00 already saved
driving
1st trip to disney
Update on Disneyland – we booked it!! 3/21-26/10 driving Desert Inn & Suites off site w/ 2 bd, living rm & kitchenette right accross the street! 10 min walk Hotel & park hopper tickets pd w/taxes rest paid off a vehicle! another in 2 months so we can afford! husband and I went several times growing up, 10 yr old 2nd time, 2 yr old 1st! (My sisters will come for 2 days to help w/kids) LORD help us thru this because we visit my grandma after for her 90th birthday!!!
Sept. 30 – Oct 4, 2010, 2 adults & 2 kids, Bay Lake Towers Contemporary (DVC), park hopper no waterparks, 4 nights, 4 days, flying, Visited May 2009, Savings $ 2,200
1. Andrea
2. September 2010
3. 2 adults, 4 children (8, 6, 3, 1)
4. Possible time share or Fairfield Inn across the street from Disneyland
5. Park hopper with one character meal
6. $1500
7. Driving
8. Not our first trip-last trip was October 2007
We are also doing Universal Studios, Sea World, and San Diego Wild Animal Kingdom
Stacey
–May 27-31 2010
–2 adults, 2 children (13 and 10)
–Pop Century (our first time staying on Disney property
–Florida resident seasonal passholders
–Tables in Wonderland
–$1500-2000
–Driving
–We’ve been to Disney many times; planning a trip for Thanksgiving of this year as well…..staying at the Dolphin
–During our May trip we will be celebrating our daughter’s 14th birthday (Sat May 29th) and have reservations for character dining at Crystal Palace for dinner
–Annual passholders for Sea World
November 28 – Dec 4, 2010.
2 Adults
Staying at the Polynesian (1st time @ a Deluxe)
6 day tickets plus Park Hopper and Dining Plan
We will be driving
My 14th trip to WDW, last trip 9/2009
June 12 – June16, 2010.
2 Adults 3 kids(5,2,1)
Staying off site
Plan on cooking breakfast
Park Hopper
$3000
We will be driving
First Time
1. Dzducky
2. June 20, 2010-June 26, 2010
3. 2 adults
4. Pop Century
5. Park Hoppers
6. Quick service dining plan
7. $2000
8. Flying
9. Last trip: april 2008
10. I am beyond excited, this will be a girl’s trip! We are also going to Harry Potter World an UIA
1. Rachel M
2. July 31-August 6
3. 6 adults and 6 kids (inlaws are paying for all to go!)
4. All Star Music Resort
5. Park hopper
6. Dining plan with 2 meals, 1 snack
7. 1500 for extra meals and spending—- saved 1000 so far. Is this realistically enough for our 4 person family???
8. Flying and being picked up by disney
9. First trip
10. This is a birthday trip..decorated rooms(????), character dining bday party, etc. We are very excited but a little nervous…..my mil has all time there scheduled and there are six kids going…… Ages are 11, 8, 7, 5, 3, and 2. I am very worried about kiddo meltdowns.
8.
Angie
May 9-May 22
4 adults 3 kids (6,3,9months)
POR
originally 10 day park hopper with waterparks but thinking about upgrading to AP to save $ off next years cost thinking about going on April 23 to May 6 2011
Basic Meal Plan
Already paid for total for room, food, and tickets was$3600. 00
Driving 17 painfull hours
Our last trip was in 2008
I want to fllow your blog closely because we have always used our tax check to go but since we are done having kids I want to be able to go every year and have it paid for ahead of time. I don’t want to have to rely on my tax check I would like to use that on other projects. You seem to go in May and maybe if I follow closely I can save it like you do?
Absolutely!!
Name: Deann
Vacation Dates: May 14-24, 2010
3 Adults, 3 kids (11,9,4)
Staying offsite in a rental house
10-day Base tickets
Hope to save $5000 for the trip
Driving
This will be my 5th trip. I went down in March for the Princess Half Marathon weekend. It was a girls-only trip, no kids or husbands. Our last family trip was in December 2008. This trip is a graduation gift for our oldest daughter.
Name: Angel Vac. dates: Nov. 20-27, 2010 2 adults: 2 children: staying at hotel/pymt plan already; parkhopper tickets/no waterparks/disneyquest; meal plan optional; driving/ this is my 3rd trip, my 6 yr old’s first trip/ would love to earn free tickets, food, souveniers
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