Most Recent Reviews
Review of Expedition Everest
Reviewed by BridgetFoster Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
I love Expedition Everest. My husband and I took our 2 daughters on the it as the first roller coaster ride of our vacation. I don't think my youngest (7) was prepared for the intensity. However, my older daughter (9) was not phased by it at all. It took us a little while to get her to go on other rides that had tracks. Barnstormer did the trick and hence became her favorite ride. My husband and I did a trip alone and I scheduled a Fast Pass for it. Upon returning home he revealed to me that he didn't like it. Something about going backward. LOL Oh well... I'm still making him go on it this year when we go.
Pros:
Exciting, very well themed, awesome queue, beautiful picture spot from bridgeCons:
Can be a little scary for smaller children, or those that don't care for coastersReviewed by csfranklin Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
We recently stayed here on our first DVC stay. We loved everything about it. The animals are out a lot and can be seen, not only from savannah rooms (which we had, and I highly recommend), but from viewing areas all over the lodge. The gift shop has a drink station, so we were easily able to fill our mugs (unfortunately, it closes at 11, and we were not back by then and really wanted a drink, but no biggie!) The shuttle to AKL was efficient and quick. We never waited long. It took us to the quick service at AKL, and we enjoyed the food there, since Kidani does not have one. The pool and slides were fun. The buses were excellent both to and from the parks and DS. The hallways are long, but if you were walking to a room at All-Stars or a moderate, you'd walk the same distance. Overall, we loved it and highly recommend the night time viewing of the animals with the night vision googles. Too cool!
Pros:
Small Good bus service Clean AnimalsCons:
No quick serviceReview of Dinosaur
Reviewed by NatF Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
Dinosaur has always been my favorite attraction at Animal Kingdom. Who hasn't dreamed of going back in time and hanging out with some dinosaurs? The animatronics are amazing.
Pros:
Surprising!Cons:
The ride can be a little rough.Review of 50's Prime Time Cafe Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by NJenkins Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
A must do for my family at every visit! Fun atmosphere & great cast interaction. The best fried chicken you'll find at Walt Disney World!
Pros:
Great food! Great fun!Cons:
noneReviewed by NatF Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (10) Recommended
I love the Poly. The lushness of the grounds, the beautiful rooms, the dolewhip counter, the volcano pool and the smell in the lobby are all amazing. The Poly has great activities for kids. You can watch the fireworks from Magic Kingdom on the beach. It is super easy to get to the Grand Floridian, Contemporary, Wilderness Lodge, Fort Wilderness, Magic Kingdom and Epcot. My favorite resort!
Pros:
Location, themeCons:
NONEReview of All Star Music Resort (Value Resort)
Reviewed by MelissaK Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
We love the value resorts. The kids love the food options in the food court, and it is very family friendly overall. All star music has family suites which give you three separate sleeping areas in the living room and a separate room (with a door) with a queen bed. You also get 2 bathrooms which helps get everyone cleaned up much faster. There is a little kitchenette area as well with mini fridge.
Pros:
family friendly food and amenities, family suitesCons:
Can hear a little noise from rooms around/ above you.Review of Boardwalk Villas (Disney Vacation Club)
Reviewed by NJenkins Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
My husband and I stayed here in the spring of 2018. Fabulous location with boat/walking access to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. Our deluxe studio was very nice; but as far as possible from the elevator. Would absolutely stay here again, and would request closer to the lobby.
Pros:
Location! Location! Location!Cons:
noneReview of Boardwalk Villas (Disney Vacation Club)
Reviewed by NatF Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
Location, location, location! You cannot beat being able to walk to Epcot and Hollywood Studios. The restaurants, bars and shops on the Boardwalk are also so convenient. The theme of the resort was a lot of fun. The staff at the Boardwalk were amazing.
Pros:
Location, theming, activitesCons:
The rooms are a little dated.Review of Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Reviewed by abrooks126 Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (8) Recommended
A nice, "kinder and gentler" roller coaster suitable for a wide range of ages. It takes you inside and outside, past scenes based on the Snow White film. No wild twists, turns or drops and you never go upside down. It's enjoyable, but frankly, I don't get all the hoopla. Maybe it's just me.
What is very interesting though, is the projected-from-within animation used on the faces of the animatronic figures. It gives them so much more fluid animation and expression, and much different from the animatronics used in Pirates of the Caribbean or it's a small world, for example.
Wait times can be crazy long and, in my opinion, not worth it. Get a Fastpass if you can - they're difficult to come by. I've never ridden without one and probably never would, unless there were a wait time of 30 minutes or less. Or, alternatively, get to the park very early and make a beeline for the ride.
But that's just my two cents. Go and decide for yourself.
Pros:
Smooth and gentle roller coaster for just about everybody. Cool projected-from-within facial animation on characters.Cons:
Really, really, really loooong wait times. Snag a Fastpass if possible or ride very first thing super early in the morning.Review of O Canada (Closed)
Reviewed by MelissaK Review Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: (9) Recommended
This is a humorous circlevision movie with great footage of all different areas of Canada. Our family enjoyed seeing the places we have been along with the areas of Canada that we have not visited. It makes you want to go there.
