Most Recent Reviews
Review of FastPass+ (Retired)
Reviewed by mawdryn Review Date: 07/02/2015
Rating: (9) Recommended
I like FP+. I like knowing that I have 3 attractions booked to ride ahead of time, like 7 Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain, and Peter Pan at MK. I like being able to plan those ride times. It has allowed me to sleep in on park days without the mad dash to rope drop. I have always been able to get everything I want to get in regardless of the late start. That being said, I don't like having to wait to book the 4th FP+. Even if I have my first 3 FP+ done by lunch time, there's rarely anything good left and there aren't enough kiosks around the parks. This means standing in long lines to get a 4th FP+ to It's a Small World or It's Tough to be a Bug. These are 2 attractions that never have a wait anyway...
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Wait to Book 4THReview of Crystal Palace Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed by bigmamajo Review Date: 07/05/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
This a place we visit each trip, for the characters, not necessarily the food. This visit was exceptional, from the time we arrived, the outside hostess, Nell, offered us water, talked with us, kept us updated on how much longer and eventually sat us. We had Mickey confetti on our table for our anniversary, she wished us a happy anniversary and even asked how everything was on a trip by our table. The characters were fun and the meal was good. Yes, the price is way too high, but it is the experience and meeting Pooh and friends that make it worth while.
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—Review of Caribbean Beach Resort (Moderate Resort)
Reviewed by bigmamajo Review Date: 07/05/2015
Rating: (3) Not Recommended
We called and spoke to a room assigner 5 days before check in, requested Martinique 26, 2nd floor corner room. All those requests were granted, that is the only reason for 3 stars! Upon arrival, I stood as 3 cast members stood talking, I finally said aloud, "Can someone help me check in?" The clerk was not overly friendly, a supervisor, Carol stood and watched, but never spoke to me. I had to ask for my anniversary buttons, which were just handed to me, nothing written on them as I saw other locations do. We got the text our room was ready, when we arrived a maintenance man was in the room using cleaner on a spot on the carpet. I told him we were told the room was ready, he said no, but we could come in anyway. Never had any towel animals or "magic" around the room. I know this is not a guarantee, but in 5 other visits, this has always been a highlight for our kiddos! We called housekeeping to ask about getting one for our last day and was told CRB was no longer making towel animals. We spoke to manager at front desk and were told CRB does not teach housekeepers to make them. I told them we were very disappointed, and felt this resort had lost the Disney magic, from check in to check out not a positive experience, except the room request granted. This was our first visit, with the addition of the murphy bed (we are a family of 5) but will stay at POR from now on, even if it is not in the promotion!
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room request grantedCons:
poor customer service, no Disney magicReview of Tusker House Character Breakfast
Reviewed by paulames19 Review Date: 07/03/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
We ate here in Jun 15. All in our party enjoyed the food and jamba juice. The staff was very quick in refilling drinks and clearing used plates. The character interaction was terrific. One of our party missed Donald (and he is a HUGE Donald fan) on his pass and the staff let him go meet him for a picture at another table. There were plenty of choices for breakfast, both traditional and non-traditional. We will definitely visit again.
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Characters, helpful staffCons:
You are practically sitting with those at the next tableReviewed by Brygida Review Date: 07/02/2015
Rating: (8) Recommended
This time at Boma dinner, I found that there were almost NO non-spicy dishes. The baked chicken was gone. All soups were spicy. Other than some salads and fruit, all the entree dishes were spicy. It was hard going this trip. I had to talk with Chef and he offered some special items. Downgraded from a 10 to an 8.
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Too spicyReviewed by Brygida Review Date: 07/02/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
This IS the best breakfast on property. The eggs on the buffet are fantastic. The cook-to-order eggs / omelettes are sublime! Best bacon on property (according to my 11 year old son!). Try putting some of your eggs on the Mickey Waffle and eat it like a sandwich (heaven!). This last time I ate mostly the breakfast items. Each item better than the last. Bread pudding. Sticky toffee buns. Omelettes. Bacon. Sausage. My son declared it his BEST MEAL on property (for comparison, we ate at California Grill, Flying Fish, and BlueZoo and Boma was still his favorite!).
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Best Breakfast on PropertyCons:
NoneReview of Columbia Harbour House
Reviewed by mschu2112 Review Date: 07/07/2015
Rating: (9) Recommended
We ate here recently on our 10 day trip (June 25 to July 5) and found the service and food once again very good. The variety is good and offers you some choices other than burgers and pizza and is a welcome change. Food was good and had good portions for the price. We had fish, shrimp, chicken nuggets and a salad and all were very good. Seating area is well themed and you are not sitting on top of everyone especially upstairs. The greeters are friendly and cashier were speedy. Will always keep this in mind. Found this place on our last trip and deserved the return.
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Good selection, different variety, seaing areasCons:
noneReview of Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe
Reviewed by mschu2112 Review Date: 07/07/2015
Rating: (7) Recommended
We ate her once during our recent 10 day trip (June 25 to July 4) and it was basically ok. We have dined here on past trip and its easy access to the area of the park. The food was a good portion but nothing special as some was dry. They changed the fixing bar and took out the hot cheese sauce, which we were looking forward to and also took the taco salad off the menu. So basically its a burger, chicken or pork sandwich. Standard Disney fare. Nothing special and when crowded it becomes a zoo. Best to eat off hours.
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Decent selection, Chocolate cakeCons:
Crowded at times, got rid of cheese sauce and taco bowlsReview of Sheraton Vistana Resort Villas
Reviewed by Freespirit Review Date: 07/05/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
Excellent resort for families!
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Love this place. Have stayed her 5 times. The units are large and have everything we need for a family of 6. Very close (several miles) to Disney attractions, but plenty to do if you do not want to leave the resort. Very close to a variety of eating esCons:
NoneReviewed by Freespirit Review Date: 07/05/2015
Rating: (9) Recommended
Overall a great vacation!
