It was my favorite until I reach the age/physical point where I have to return to the room in the middle of the day for a brief rest. It just takes too much of the day to travel between any park and Port Orleans - and, since the buses make several stops, it drives me crazy. In 2022 I had to take rideshare, which gets really expensive and still takes a long time. So I have switched to an Epcot area resort and, despite the cost, am very satisfied with it.

@@birbluv9595 yep I get it, I’m one for long walks at the resort over even going to the parks so that makes a huge difference.

Same!

Do you need to be in the park at 6 to be able to try for virtual q for guardians?

Club level at Poly is absolutely amazing! Location is fabulous and the lounges are wonderful. Honestly, I've traveled all over Southern USA and to Europe, yet my favorite ever is Club level Poly! Tonga building is the best for cozy comfort (its own concierge and lounge plus rugs in the bedroom) and Hawaii is best for beach proximity and proximity to the full service lounge. Plan it! You won't regret it.

@Adam Efimoff if only those bungalows weren’t sooooo dang expensive. Although we did enjoy the smaller DVC room options there.

​@Saphire Gates Gaming I stayed at Carribean Beach a couple of years ago. Beautiful beach and great location near Skyliner, but just not as luxurious as Poly.

You will have a great time! The last time I was there, I could see from my room the construction for Tron.

Club Level sounds awesome! Have fun!

The only possible problem with AKL: you pretty much HAVE to have a (rental) car --- unless you REALLY like long bus rides.

@@richardmercer2337 I agree. We actually stayed at the Lodge 3 weeks ago, you can see our videos. We drove our own car, so it was easy to go park to park.

If you love Mary Poppins, see if one of Grand Floridian’s new MP rooms is available yet. I’m boycotting them until 1900 Park Faire reopens as it’s the most fun character dinner for adults and kids! Great character breakfast too! Ohana is always a win, as long as you don’t let them rush you out the door. If you are a Lilo n Stich fan like my BFF, Ohana breakfast is also a must. Go for the Poly! It’s so much fun, and so Disney.

@RLucas3000 I agree with you wanting 1900 Park Fare to reopen. I’ve never been, but I really want to take my kid. Maybe it will reopen later this summer? We love both Mary Poppins and silly Stitch! My last resort was a Value, so any of the two would be a treat! (Thinking Poly😍) Thanks Jedi!

Poly all the way!!! It's like a Hawaiian vacation while Disney World is a short walk (TTC is like a 10 min walk to connect directly to Epcot monorail) or hop the monorail to MK.

Disney is remodeling the 1900 Park Fare. I sure hope they don't ruin the Mary Poppins theme but knowing Disney it will be a disaster. Not holding out hope.

I like the Floridian too but I think they are remodeling still. We are going to stay at the Yacht club. I like the fact that Epcot is a few minute walk away. The Swan and Dolphin are nice too!

Good to know i have asthma so we ll take boat

Portofino is the best!

I enjoy a great resort. I spend a lot of time there. It's a great plus for me. I would rather spend time at the resort than the parks. But that's me.

@Adam Efimoff I get that but over $3k per night. Thank goodness we had enough points, 906 to be exact.

3 bedroom and savanah tier that actually doesn’t sound that crazy for 9 nights at deluxe

The price for a top level suite. Standard rooms about $500 per night ($700 for savanna view)

440 a night for contemporary thoughts?

@@ryancordle3625 I wouldn’t know. I have been a DVC member for over 10 years, so I haven’t paid cash for that long.

The Disney Dining Plan has not returned yet and there have been no announcements about when it may return

It’s baa-aaack!!!

Of course! You can always visit Disney’s Resorts for dining, we’d recommend making reservations as the resorts have some very popular restaurants

Which is BC? Beach Club?

@@birbluv9595 yes

Yes. Guests not staying at the resorts have to pay to park at the parks.

It's a great deal but you cannot cancel. That is a turnoff for me. Some give a credit for a future date but that doesn't work for everyone. I don't like renting knowing this. Paying cash at a Disney resort you can cancel up to 5 days and get a full refund.

I have stayed there when it first opened up what I do love about the lodge is for me this is close as I'm ever going to get to Africa. The food the culture the language stories the music the people. I love that the people were employed from all throughout Africa. It was wonderful to have conversations with people from Cape Town to Johannesburg and everywhere in between from cities to small villages.a majority of the items in the store and decorated throughout the resort were all handmade by local craftsman . This by far is one of the most culturally rich resorts you can ever stay in.the animals are well cared for on property as well. I encourage you to seriously take a look you will be impressed.

There’s a lot of space for the animals to roam and they’re well taken care of. Also, the resort lobby where the African treasures are kept is beautiful and they are handsomely displayed. Hopefully you’ll get a chance to see this with your own eyes. It really is a captivating resort.