mickeyfan0805

We are the same way. If we are on a leisurely timeline just heading toward a park, we might bus. If we need/want to be there at a certain time, however, we drive (with the possible exception of MK, depending on where we are staying). Driving is just far more predictable when timing is a factor.

Our Suburban 2500 has a 37 gallon tank and we went through the same thing. Only difference is I spent 2 seasons before I realized you could re-swipe and continue filling! I would sometimes only get 2/3 of a tank, drive to the next station, and fill the rest of the way.

I agree. While I would personally love to have access to the gym, it is not an amenity of FW and I feel no sense of entitlement to it. They have every right to limit it to those guests. I don't see it as an undervaluing of FW guests, simply an amenity that is not included. Oh well!

Thanks for the feedback. I totally get that resort amenities might be reserved for just those guests (like many wish was better managed at FW), I was just hoping there might be an exception since no such amenities exist at FW.

Is the WL fitness center open to FW guests? I'm not a runner, so I would like to use the equipment. I know most amenities are resort specific, but I was hoping that the absence of any fitness center at FW might mean I could use the one at WL. Anyone know?

Thanks!

With all of the gator-safety concerns, I'm wondering if there is anywhere at the Fort where the kids do any beach play. Trying to figure out whether or not I should pack our sand toys.

Yep - I actually have a reservation for Eagle's Roost right now. But, I'm considering leaving the afternoon on the day before my original plan, which will bump me a couple hundred miles further down the road (the biggest advantage being that I will be able to better arrange my trip through Atlanta).

I'm considering a change in my travel plans that would have me arriving in central FL the night before my Fort check-in. Would be coming from the north (turnpike from I-75). Anyone have an experience with local campgrounds for a simple overnight before checking in? Would want power - can do without the rest if needed.

So very true. Our oldest is 12.5 and we are noting that all of her conversation with her friends is about boys. I'm SO not ready for that!!

Can anyone tell me what the pumpkin patch is? Is this just a place to buy pumpkins to carve them?

Ok, so since some of my info was clearly out of date, let me double-check...Are 400-1,400 still the premium loops?

I hadn't heard this - everything I read had pet and non-pet loops listed. Is this new - or am I just looking at old stiff? Not an extraordinary issue for us, as we actually have a dog. But, ours won't be with us and I've had some experience with people being ignorant of yapping dogs in campsites, so I would have preferred the other option.

It is now - it wasn't then! Our dd was 3 and trained (not wearing pull ups or anything) when, while IN the loading station and next to get on the ride, she starts saying she has to go. We ask her if she can wait and she says yes. 30 seconds later, it's everywhere! They had to evacuate and close that side of the loading station, move the entire group to the other side, get someone to come to a full clean-up, etc... Meanwhile, my wife is running off to the bathroom to clean her up while I am still standing in the midst of all of the people with our 4yo dd (and 8m old son) so that she doesn'

We have a premium site reserved for our upcoming trip - I'm hoping to have enough space to set up the tent as well (we have a 35' tt). Since we will have a golf cart, I'm less worried about proximity to things and more concerned with having a site large enough to accommodate the trailer and tent. All I really prefer is that it is a non-pet loop. Should I list ALL of these things, including a particular loop, in my request, or would I be better served to limit it to the site size and non-pet preferences and leave the loop out of it altogether?

Having had three kids go through this stage at Disney, I will suggest the following... Make a habit of monitoring fluid intake (so you know when it might come), and be proactive about using bathrooms before any ride with a long line. I don't know how much experience he has with automatic toilets, but they can be a challenge for some. A pack of sticky notes to put over the sensors is your friend in this scenario. If you get caught in a situation of immediate need, seek out a CM and explain it to them, most will make accommodations unless they are truly unable for some reason.

Can I ask about your decision to go all the way down I65? I’ve heard others say the same thing, but from what I can tell, it adds some 90 miles, or so, to the trip. Do you really find Atlanta so bad that you would guarantee an extra 1.5-2 hours by going that route instead?

Another request for Warren's info please. I just saw a link with all of the signs he makes and I'm all in!! Love them!

I'll check it out. Thanks!

Is anyone familiar with a resource for a campsite marker that is NOT Fort specific. I've seen some mention of the signs made by a gentleman connected to the board (Warren?), but I think those are tailored to the Fort. We are huge Disney fans, so I'd love one that has some reflection of Disney, but our upcoming trip may be our only trek to the Fort for a number of years, so I'm not sure I want to be that specific. I can't seem to find anything. If anyone knows anything, I'd welcome the feedback!

I'm entirely with you on this one. While there are exceptions for special needs circumstances where a device might help, I think it's unfortunate how many miss the park atmosphere due to electronics. We have three kids (currently 12, 11 and 8), and we constantly struggle to find the right balance with electronics, particularly with the older two since the phone is the basis of their social engagement. It's really hard to know where the line is. That said, we have had the kids there at every feasible age from 8m to 12 - and we have NEVER allowed them to use any electronics in the parks.

I think the others are correct. When were were in Nassau back in August our guide shared that a busy day had 7 ships in port - there were 2 that day! There is room to joggle things around and make other itineraries work. There will be a very short-term impact as they figure some things out, but looking into next year I think vacancies created by those abandoning cruises due to changed itineraries will be grabbed by those who make the most of the opportunity to get a better deal on a cruise when the cruise lines seek to fill up.

I am not aware of any formal announcements yet. All indications from those currently speaking to CM's in various capacities continues to indicate a fairly strong intent to be open midweek.

The good news is that they have been pointing towards the 9/18 date for a 2 days, now, and it doesn't seem to be wavering. Hopefully that means they will stay on schedule and get it open for those of you headed down in the coming days!

I would hope they would take this approach again. Allowing people to leave trailers in the campground invites extensive damage that is avoidable and unnecessary. Getting the people out will assure their safety - moving the trailers to a big open parking lot will assure they minimize damage to the resort. I don't see why they would leave them in place at the Fort.