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randella
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those that know Disney....
DH has a convention in January at WDW. Should I go down with him? You can stay at nice hotels and do spa treatments and stuff right?? What about the restaurants?
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Re: those that know Disney....
OMG YES! GO! It's one of my favorite places. I have stayed in Disney and right outside. I love the area.
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:02 PM |
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Diva
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Re: those that know Disney....
I would definitely go! Are you staying on disney property?
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:03 PM |
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randella
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Re: those that know Disney....
I think he can choose which hotel we stay at-- and I guess we can pay the difference of what his company won't cover.
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:06 PM |
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whyteach
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Re: those that know Disney....
GO GO GO. Disney is one of the few places that I could go back every year. It truly is the most magical place in the world!!!
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:18 PM |
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KPtoys
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Re: those that know Disney....
GOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! In January the parks arent crowded either!!!
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:21 PM |
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randella
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Re: those that know Disney....
what goes on there--- what's the night life like? What time do things shut down? Trying to figure out when the best time would be to go down around DH's convention schedule?
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:25 PM |
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Jessica
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Re: those that know Disney....
We went 2 years ago in November. We went to a few parks and it wasnt crowded at all.
I forgot which resort we stayed at but it was chic little apartment style condos. DEf adult place i saw no kids in this resort so there are places like that.
We ended up with a massage one day, facial the next, and body scrub the day afer that.
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:25 PM |
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Libragal07
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Re: those that know Disney....
omg go go go its so much fun and there are lots to do there 
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:26 PM |
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Jessica
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Re: those that know Disney....
Posted by randella
what goes on there--- what's the night life like? What time do things shut down? Trying to figure out when the best time would be to go down around DH's convention schedule?
we went to pleasure island. It was alright. a little cheesy.
I think i remember it closing only at 1-2 am.
I was like, "what, thats it?"
http://www.frommers.com/destinations/waltdisneyworld/0549026083.html
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:30 PM |
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alisonggg
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Re: those that know Disney....
I would def go...I love Disney..there is Downtown Disney and there is also Universal Studio's equivalent citywalk. Both have bars/restaurants etc.
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:32 PM |
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Libragal07
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Re: those that know Disney....
go to universal studios...
go to citywalk...its soooo much fun!!
CITYWALK...
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:34 PM |
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emilain
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Re: those that know Disney....
The Grand Floridian is beautiful and has Spa treatments, a beautiful beach, beautiful pools and is across from WDW. I thought the night life was always so tacky, we'd just go to Epcot every night and stay in the different countries drinking different beers and wines from around the world, I think they close around 11pm or so. By the end of the day you'll get back to the hotel bu 11:30, and you can always go to the bars near the pools at th hotel, and then up to bed
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| Posted 11/14/06 10:46 PM |
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randella
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Re: those that know Disney....
thanks guys-- the Grand Floridan looks like my pick so far of the places that I have looked-- plus I like that the spa is right there. If I have to fend for myself during the day when DH is working-- I want things to be close by.
Any other suggestions on hotels and restaurants and daytime activities that can be done either alone or with DH?
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| Posted 11/14/06 11:03 PM |
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Reese1106
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Re: those that know Disney....
OMG GO!!!! January is perfect because it's after the busy holiday season. The spa's are supposed to be out of this world, especially the one at Grand Floridian. I was supposed to go there for a massage on my HM this past week but couldn't because I'm 8 wks pg. There is so much to do and see. You won't regret going. 
ETA: Restaurants are great there! Depending on what you like, check out Boma at Animal Kingdom, Yachtsman Steakhouse, and dinner or breakfast at Cinderella's Castle in the Magic Kingdom. If you want more variety, Epcot has some really amazing places in the World Showcase. There was an italian restaurant and a mexican place which which were fabulous.
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| Posted 11/14/06 11:11 PM |
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randella
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Re: those that know Disney....
Anyone ever stay at the Beach Club resort? Looks like that is the only hotel out of the nicer ones which has a conference rate 
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| Posted 11/14/06 11:18 PM |
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JenniferEver
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Re: those that know Disney....
Posted by randella
Anyone ever stay at the Beach Club resort? Looks like that is the only hotel out of the nicer ones which has a conference rate
Beach Club resort is gorgeous. it's in the boardwalk area (lots of nightlife) and it's very close to MGM and EPCOT, both more adult friendly parks.
There's a lot of nightlife at pleasure island until I think about 2am on weeknights, golf, sp treatments, relaxing poolside (or lakeside)
And January is one of the least crowded times. We have gone and not waited for anything more than 10 minutes. We walked right on to space mountain. it's fantastic. I say GO
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JenniferEver
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While you are htere, go to California Grill. it overlooks the Magic Kingdom. Make your reservation for 1 hour ebfore fireworks. it's SO romantic 
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Alli06
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Re: those that know Disney....
I just got back from Disney on Sunday, we go pretty much every year. There is a ton of things to do. Go to Down town Disney for night life, there is plenty. Not sure about resorts, I always stay at my sisters time share.
In October, November it is the food and wine festival at Epcot. It is great!!! You can walk around and eat and drink at different country's. I love Epcot! There is many restaurants to eat at and plenty of alcohol with or without the food festival. I feel that Epcot is more of an adult park.
Go and have fun!!
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Alli06
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Re: those that know Disney....
Posted by randella
thanks guys-- the Grand Floridan looks like my pick so far of the places that I have looked-- plus I like that the spa is right there. If I have to fend for myself during the day when DH is working-- I want things to be close by.
Any other suggestions on hotels and restaurants and daytime activities that can be done either alone or with DH?
The Grand Floridan is beautiful and so close to Magic Kingdom. You probably can see the fire works every night from your room. Also, they have buses, trams and boats to take you around to the different parks, you don't even need a car really.
Epcot and Magic Kingdom closed at 12am when I went last week. That was a Friday night, not sure about other weekday nights.
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| Posted 11/16/06 9:11 AM |
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randella
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Re: those that know Disney....
thanks for everyone's feedback!
I decided to go and we are staying at the Beach Club Resort-- and I will be there Fri through Tues... I hear it's cold though in Orlando at that time.. so much for a tan!
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HarleyGirlFLA
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Re: those that know Disney....
I am a disney specialist. Do you believe I actually had to attend disney university college of knowledge and take mickey mouse courses 
Disney is great anytime of year. Everyone is a kid at disney.
January is a little cold, but not like NY cold. I went to Universal in January and wore a sweatshirt and a t-shirt underneath and was fine. If I got warm I just tied the sweatshirt around my waist.
The pools are usually heated. It was about 50 degrees or so and my DH and I were in the pool.
You'll have a blast
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| Posted 11/16/06 10:13 PM |
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randella
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Posted by HarleyGirlFLA
I am a disney specialist. Do you believe I actually had to attend disney university college of knowledge and take mickey mouse courses
Disney is great anytime of year. Everyone is a kid at disney.
January is a little cold, but not like NY cold. I went to Universal in January and wore a sweatshirt and a t-shirt underneath and was fine. If I got warm I just tied the sweatshirt around my waist.
The pools are usually heated. It was about 50 degrees or so and my DH and I were in the pool.
You'll have a blast
thanks for the tips-- if you have any insights to share on restaurants or anything else that is like an insider tip-- I'd love to hear it!
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| Posted 11/16/06 10:17 PM |
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hazeleyes33
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Re: those that know Disney....
I would just spend my day on "It's a Small World!!".
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| Posted 11/17/06 9:21 PM |
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JenniferEver
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Animal Kingdom Lodge has a great restaraunt.
Le Cellier steakhouse at the Canada Pavillion
The Japanese restaraunt at the Japan Pavillion.
Inf act you could sent your whole trip just eating at all the different countries!
I love lunch in the castle as well.
Call up 1 407 WDW DINE and they will give you suggestions.
I love January. No lines. Some days it might be 75 degrees, some days 50. But it's awesome, very little rain
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