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If there’s no update on this… I’ll riot

That's so sweet!

Awww that’s so sweet!! You have to update us!

So sweet

I just left Art of Animation. No benefit to staying at a Disney resort. Enjoy the park from Amy high end local hotel.

You will get a much better deal and much better prices off-site.

That part

Same! My family stayed for a week at the Cabins in 2019. However, that was beyond our budget this time around. We want to stay by the parks, but it's so difficult!

Play around with dates and get all the discounts you can. Over spring break we stayed at Grand Flo park view room for under $400 a night. In February we stayed at Yacht club in a suite for $350. Best value is Grand Destino for $180 in January.

@@MichelleChipman what kind of discounts are you using?

Im not surprised. With economic inflation being componded by covid chaos, the cost of everything everywhere is skyrocketing. Our fam is crossing our fingers that the economy recovers quickly enough that we can take our girl for her 5th or 6th bday without totally breaking us.

It’s not actually the price that bothers me it’s what you get for the price. I don’t think Disney hotels would even qualify for five star

I wholeheartedly agree. You can spend $1000 and get a much nicer room at Waldorf Astoria or Four Seasons than at Grand Floridian. I do wanna say, although the All Stars are overpriced for what you get, at least WDW has value resorts. At Disneyland, all 3 hotels are so expensive, including Paradise Pier which is very basic and comparable to the All Stars but start at around $350/night 😕

@@Nopi9 We have said it for a few years now. Charge ‘em more, Give ‘em less.

@@Nopi9 Disney tried to get the 5th star for the Grand Floridian when it first opened. Nope. Never was successful. Want 5 star? Go to 4 Seasons on property. You will see what a legitimate 5star resort is and why Disney hotels will never be.

Absolutely love Coronado springs! Always stayed there near the pond next to a tiny beach with hammocks... Very peaceful and quiet at the resort which I like.

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@@ashleysimmons3210 Ashley! It's a small world lol! I was signed into JamesonThomas24, and I was like--wait NO! I must post this on Magical Window Shopping haha! Because... Disney... lololol

@@magicalwindowshopping7670 LOL! we must do anything for Disney hahaha

Definitely one of the best 'bangs for the buck'.

I enjoyed the busy vibe pop century had. The convenience to get to Hollywood Studios and Epcot is a PLUS

Pop Century isn’t “dated” - it’s a period piece! I stayed there just last week and loved it. And the mousekeeping and Everything Pop! staff were great. I stayed a few days at AKL on my friend’s DVC points that trip too and it’s definitely more “plush”, but the friendly staff and Skyliner were benefits I didn’t find at AKL.

How were the beds?

@@MossFamilyTravels I didn’t find them that bad. Just not all that supportive.

Lol.. idk but I’m gonna imagine she does because it’s adorable 😂

That's awesome. Congrats!

My fiancé and I just signed for DVC membership there as well. We’ll probably bank points for our honeymoon, lol.

How much does it actually cost loll

@@hollyrhodee I just booked for $680 per night, standard view room

Disney world for honeymoon? What the

I agree! We, one time, went for broke and spent a day at the poly (long story, we missed our flight by moments and it took a long time to cool down from that incident. We wanted to be somewhere that would be worth an extra day. So we asked ourselves where would we go if we threw everything to the wind and had a fantasy location stay. Since there is no way we could ever afford the bungalows on the water, this was the absolute closest we could do.). I have to say, I would stay at Riverside every single time over the Poly. Other than having the monorail right there, there is not one thing that the poly has over Riverside for me.

so true! i’ve stayed there, coronado springs, yacht club, and contemporary and the only one i don’t think it’s better than is contemporary! the food court at riverside is amazing and so is the little bar they have and sometimes bob plays

@@wingesoftball9346 Riverside's food court was always the family favorite for breakfast. The lines move fast, they had a ton of options and plenty of seating when we were there, high season or slow season. Only issue we had was the time we got stuck in the Magnolia sector which is at the back of the resort and a bit of a hike from the food court. Still not as bad as trying to walk Caribbean Beach when it first opened, that place was an expedition each morning, before the cable cars were put in!😆

We stayed there once in the princess room and they made towel sculptures for the kids each night and a cake towel on my daughter’s bday. I didn’t even know how they knew that was her birthday. Then, when we accidentally left a stuffed animal, they mailed it back. All of the gardens are beautifully maintained. It feels like a deluxe hotel. The only thing it’s missing is a large enough sit down.

I agree. Riverside definitely deserves to be higher on the list. I stayed at Coronado, the Yacht Club, and the Polynesian. Each Hotel has its charm and fabulous views, but Riverside's Atmosphere was the most relaxing and stress free. My biggest compliment was their food court. My family and I went there often. Nothing too crazy, served quickly, found a place sit, food was good, and the service was more 'homely'

it's a fabulous channel full of valuable info!!

I watch this video, and a few others now, on a loop just looking ahead to the day I go back there. I am so happy this video exists because it gives me a lot to think about and imagine. Stayed at the Grand Flo last time, which was also my first time, and it was fabulous. Might look at Boardwalk or maybe Wilderness Lodge. Boardwalk would work great for drinking around the world 😂 as I could walk back to my hotel. If I still can walk. 😂

For real!! -M

Sure it's still a thing... but a 9/10 for value at disney translates to a 3/10 for value anywhere else

It's relative.

Lol! Ya so right!

Not at all.

Contemporary is my childhood resort, so there is nostalgia. The location is amazing, but those new rooms look horrible. Definitely knocked it down for me. If you have kids who love the Incredibles, fine, but the rooms look so cheap.

Location mostly

Yeah, I have a very old memory of taking the monorail through it as a child and thought it was the coolest place ever. I'm really disappointed by the pictures of the rooms.

Came here to say this. Looks very outdated.

The new Saratoga springs rooms are also very nice

You were just chilling at Disney by yourself?

@@jessiej1746 yes, they said they were a solo traveler..

We loved Gran Destino tower too! We stayed in the fall of 2019 and had the best time, great dining at Toledo, relaxing atmosphere for two childless adults

SSR is my absolutely favorite hotel- then Boardwalk- third AKL

Staying at Saratoga in a few weeks. Very excited for the quietness lol

@@brendan7632 How was your visit to Saratoga Springs? Have heard criticisms that it's a large complex and is a long walk to the pool from many of the hotel rooms.

@@emailuser8668 it can be a longer walk than most. But I loved it. Have stayed there many times and I like the feeling of being able to escape from the large crowds and noise at this resort. Also it’s amazing that you can walk to Disney springs and have endless food options

I love AKL. It’s beautiful and unique. The bus ride to the parks doesn’t bother me at all.

The transportation isn't great but the resort is amazing and I'm not an animal guy. My only regret is that I didn't stay there a full week. Waking up and seeing animals outside is so cool, the food options are great, it's a great place. For me personally complaining about the transportation is like complaining that I won a billion dollars but they gave it to me in tens instead of twenties.

@@jamesmarshall6619 For sure- you're probably never gonna make rope drop if you stay there and you're relying on the buses. But honestly, morning is when the animals are most active, so you should be soaking up the animals and having breakfast at Sanaa.

I loved my stay here, it's very unique! I was sad that my stay here was a split stay.

I couldn’t agree more! It is a remarkable hotel and the animals add to the peaceful vibe there, which is exactly what we wanted.

I stayed at OKW about 6 months ago and absolutely loved it! Sand Castle pool was big and relaxing. The rooms are massive and spacious - great for big parties like mine. Loved everything about this resort.

I don't care about having to walk. I've stayed in boardwalk, beach club, port orleans rs and pop century. Riverside is by far the best value. Beach Club and boardwalk you get ripped off for food with no quick service restaurant, and pop century is a motel 6 with flashy colors. These ratings put way too much emphasis on whether you have to walk or not. America needs the exercise.

Would you recommend it for small children?

@@kcar8974 We didn’t go with kids but I could see how it would be good for kids. There is a cute playground and and really good pool.

It honestly shouldn't be, certainly more deserving somewhere in the middle

Yeah I was lookin for swan reserve

Looking through the comments to see if anyone else noticed him too!

It’s not available for everyone. Only for military so that’s why it’s not on the list.

I am eligible to stay at shades of Green. I've studied quite a bit on it and feel that it's a great value and a great location. I presume that you feel the same way?

Aren't the busses going away in January? Is there another mode of transport?

@@592Rocker The buses ending in January are those from the airport (Magical Express). The internal Disney shuttle bus service between resorts and the parks is not affected.

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I'm pretty sure they already do.

You might want to watch some AllEars videos and some DFB videos and then compare fingernails on food and merch shots. Someone's hands are appearing in both.

I'd almost say Molly and AJ are the same person. There mostly all Molly's videos I'd say. Maybe when there's more safety and less restrictions we'll hopefully see the elusive AJ.

@@jenniferpenfold5498 AJ's bio is online. I think she's from Dallas. Molly is local, I believe.

@@MissMyMusicAddiction yep, I read it too, while back as I wanted to be sure DFB wasn't just All Ears. Like I said, hopefully when less restrictions and there's a safer environment AJ might make an appearance. Just have to wait and see.

I just watched this again and my opinion is still the same! OKW should be way higher! I've also stayed at AoA and we had a great time. Its a super fun resort, but its a value resort and has that feel. Yes, it has the Skyliner, but you're still riding the bus to the two other parks and Disney Springs. Also, the walk to the transportation center at AoA was farther than our walk to the transportation center near our room at OKW. Buses came often, too, and as AJ mentioned, they do have boat ride to Disney Springs. All of the rooms at OKW have a water view, they are HUGE, beautifully styled with light but present Disney theming. It's more in the way of art on the walls with the Fab 5, and hidden Mickeys in the decor than the bold theming at value resorts. This could be pro or con depending on your taste. The food in incredible. Olivia's is amazing and they have a mobile order option with a pick up window, so you can take it back to your giant room and eat watching the ducks in the pond. They also have Goods Food to Go quick service that has ice cream and they give a lot of free samples to people sitting near the main pool area. Another quick service stop, The Turtle Shack is at the turtle pond too. If you're concerned about the walking, ask to be near the Hospitality House and if you are concerned about the cost, rent DVC points. Those two changes alone could make it an ideal fit for a lot of family, because the space and amenities make it a real vacation.

Agreed, they weren't even mentioned

Was it a random deal or did you get it off a site of some kind?

Also! Sitting by the lake and watching the fireworks is STUNNING

Is there golf cart parking by the boat??

I Just stayed at Gran Destino and it was beautiful but the bus system knocks this resort down tremendously. One morning it took about 20 minutes to even leave the resort after finally getting onto a bus because of all the stops it makes. And when coming back? The line for Coronado is usually extending way past where the queue ends. Looking at the line for animal kingdom lodge made me want to cry out of jealousy because there were only 5 people 😂. Keep renting a car when you go.

The Coronado seems to be the best option, in my humble opinion. They all have slow transportation, so why pay more. As for dining options, I would think you go to Disney World to experience the parks and all they have to offer, including restaurants, and not so much the hotels themselves. Then again if you go regularly and wish to experience all options and willing to pay for it, I get it too. More power to ya'.

The Lodge has a "Deluxe" feel while being pretty close to a (Disney) mid-range price.

We're also big fans of the Wilderness Lodge. Quick boat to MK, and it always seemed that it was the first stop for the buses to and from the other parks, so we always got a seat. Breakfast quick service spot left a lot to be desired, but oh man that incredible lounge.....

It's annoying when you are waiting an hour for them when it's 95 F though.

Agreed. Our favorite: The Polynesian. The Contemporary feels as though you were in an old airport.

Totally. Contemporary is probably my least favorite. I find it so tacky and ugly looking. AKL is gorgeous and a truly unique experience. ❤❤❤

Agreed. We've stayed at POFQ twice (Oct 2018 and Nov 2019) and don't recall ever sharing a bus with with POR. Doesn't mean that can't change of course!

Same. X4 visits to POFQ and it only travels via POR at very off peak times.

Sharing a bus with Riverside is not a new idea. They used to do it all the time back when my kids were small. I think French quarter having their own bus was a more recent idea.. and that would be very nice. Hopefully they'll get back to that for you. For me.. it was just too small and too Urban feeling. I prefer the lush and scenic setting of Riverside. It just goes to show you, so many different tastes.

Love the FQ Going in March Been there 4 times love it Also been to Saratoga springs 3 times love that to Did all stars 3 times But they are starting to outprice people

Wow!

Had my honeymoon at saratoga springs. Upgraded us to an amazing honeymoon package. Place will always be special to me.

Saratoga is one of our favorites too! We love the relaxed vibe!

We always stay at a value resort when we go to Disney and never had an issue with transportation. We have been 6 times and have no complaints. We have everything we need and since we don't spend much time at our hotel we don't care how big it is or how modern. If there is a shower, a comfy bed and they are kept clean then that's all we need. Plus we travel from Canada 🇨🇦 so we have to take money conversion into consideration. Basically spending more to stay at a deluxe or even a moderate isn't worth it.

This makes me feel so much better. I feel like everyone keeps dragging these all star resorts, I booked the All Stars Movies Resort and I was starting to get nervous for my trip in a couple weeks! Thanks for your feedback!

I do agree, though, it isn't a great place for folks that often run late since you depend on the busses.

Yes! I also go for Pop, but I'm thinking of doing point rental and Boardwalk is top of my list. Is it as easy to walk to Epcot as it seems? - M

Yes, it is. Keep in mind when renting you will most likely have to rent garden pool view studios .Standard view goes first at 11 months then Boardwalk view about a week later. One bedrooms are easier to book but not during the fall season.

Did you find the wait for busses was long? That's the main complaint I've heard about all-star, I've stayed at pop but never all star and I'm considering it, just worried about how long I'll have to wait for busses in the morning

@@cnr0118 In my experience if the parks are busy the buses at the All Stars are busy especially first thing in the morning and when the parks close. In fact last time I went around 3 months ago the line for Hollywood in the morning was so long at AS Music that they had our bus when it got there parked for a second then left and do a u turn while another bus came in about 2-5 minutes later and took a bus full, then the bus that did the uturn picked up another group. I got on the second bus and even after two buses the bus q was still full and the line was flowing down too the entrance door. They had a third bus coming right after we left, I'd never seen that before it was definitely an experience. Was meeting up with out of state family staying at the Wilderness lodge and the difference was immense. Much less crowded only a couple family's where getting on the bus so much better. Anyway the long lines for bus's at the All Stars while I've only seen it that bad twice(other time was a few years ago during a mass sporting camp trip or something, idk tons of kids) it's still to be expected your either going to be on a packed bus or have to wait for another at least once. Especially if your trying to get to the parks before rope drop.

I priced Airbnbs and hotels close to the park, and prices were nearly the same after fees.