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  1. gdrj

    The Villians Lair

    We were staying onsite 12/27-1/1. We tried one night an our before fireworks. While unable to get inside, they did have a line so you could get a drink and watch outside. We were not allowed to stay inside. We also were there the 1st week of Dec and there was a bar set-up outside where you...
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    The Official VILLAS at DISNEYLAND HOTEL (Discovery Tower) Owners and Fans Info Thread

    Is there information posted about studios with and without balconies? How about locations of Preferred vs Standard view?
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    This storm in the Gulf… now Hurricane Idalia

    The Domino effect will be the challenge With planes and crews possibly not in the correct spot.
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    So, We did a thing...

    We are doing our 1st trip to Universal as well, skipping Disney. Just trying to help Disney reduce crowds and not give them my $$$. :cool1: Did not renew AP for Disney.
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    Unauthorized Disney Merchandise

    Most products are made overseas. Plenty of small businesses to support who dont break copyright laws.
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    Accessible room not by choice

    I hate the shower in those rooms, with the chair folded up. I realize people need them but I find it hard to believe it is sanitized. Just grosses me out.
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    Chapek out - Iger back

    IMO. This was driven by stock price and the performance of the other areas of teh Disney Company. The Parks are where they want them to be increased price, revenue, and profit. The positive is that Chapek was hated and nothing positive was ever going to happen with Parks. At least there can be...
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    Any guesses on Poly 2 timing?

    I realize fences and dirt are ugly but of course there was a a decaying water park sitting there for 20 years. I think Poly has best chance of staying on schedule. Poly popularity will help with sales. DVC needs to have something to sell.
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    Never Actually Going to DVC Room

    As long as you check-in online you should be good.
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    Any need to Walk a reservation?

    Maybe due to July 4?
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    Maui planning, tips, and trip reports

    Two great resources that we used. 1- “The ultimate Maui guidebook”. I just bought the Kauai book for a potential trip. 2- On youtube The Hawaii vacation Guide . They have a website as well. Its a husband and wife who live there. We have learned a lot but really like videos with them and their...
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    Maui planning, tips, and trip reports

    Hyatt is very nice. My only negative on Hyatt is because it also does corporate events it seemed extremely crowded, especially pool area. Now i know all of the resorts pool areas fill up, but it just felt very tight and congested. Our favorite hotel is the Westin which is next to Whalers...
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    Maui planning, tips, and trip reports

    We did this last year. We booked a day or 2 before. Mai reason is we wanted to make sure we could get on ferry when we wanted to 945 AM. Below is the link to book. Whats nice is you see live availability. Wasnt a problem but we were there in July and if I recall some times booked up. Looks...
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    Anyone bring a portable safe for the pool or beach?

    I only take 1 credit card and some cash if needed and leave wallet in room safe. I also have a photo of my drivers license in my phone. We thought my wife lost her license in a trip, you can still fly but it takes extra time to verify who you are, I figure copy of license could help. On cruise...
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    Anyone bring a portable safe for the pool or beach?

    Just reaffirming what most said. 1- Wallet stays in room 2- room key (which doesnt have your room number on it), at chair in shoes or in a bag with sunscreen. 3- Sunglasses either leave at chair or wear. If someone steals my bag- oh well. Use draw string bag. You can loop bag around chair...
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    Aulani Trip In December

    All good recommendations. Personally I would skip Kuoloa Movie Ranch And either han at resort, or extra time at beaches.
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    I just don't get the wait list

    I booked last week 12/28-1/2 waitlisted 12/27 and it came through within a week. One day vs. multiple days.. Ive had success with waitlists for a number of resorts including California! I also have had success checking availability While on waitlist. We typically travel during Holidays...
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    Suitcase on Bus for Split Stay?

    If you are planning to use Bell Services why are you bring to Park? As others noted resort will transfer bags. We typically will have a backpack or bag w/ items we need for the day.
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    How is it without Magic Bands?

    May be silly but I’m not spending $10 to $25+ for a magic band. I do have old ones we used. We recently were at WDW and 2 in our party had hard tickets they used for entry and charges. When old ones die that its for me. I also believe you can use Apple Pay so your Apple phone can kind of be...




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