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[Wendy]

... well, not quite :?

We visted from 24th to 28th December (this was my 10th visit - I just love dlrp!)  we did have some fun and a few magical moments but, sadly we also found the parks to be busier than I've ever seen them and so many people forgot the meaning of Christmas cheer that there was very little goodwill between guests

Firstly, the hotel:  We stayed at the Holiday Inn again and took up three rooms - myself my hubby and the two little ones shared a Kidsuite; my mum and mother-in-law had a twin room next door; and my 18year old son and his girlfriend had the other room.  The rooms were lovely, spacious and clean with only a couple of little problems (for example my son didnt have any hot water at all so he had to take a hot shower in our room each day).  

As I said before, I thought that the park was manic, and on Christmas day even 'It's a small world' was queued right back to the push chair drop off point. It was really cold to be standing in such long queues all the time.  Many guests tried to push in front of us and past us, one guy actually pushed my mother in law over in an effort to get past her into a space that wasn't there! and my 8 year old was nearly trampled when we tried to get onto the shuttle bus back to the hotel which was very frightening.

On the positive side the park looked spectacular with the christmas lights and decorations and all the staff we encountered were helpful and cheery, even amidst the chaos of so many visitors.

My two year old loved the Winnie the Pooh show and Animagique, as well as meeting Micky and Stitch - his face was a picture

We had a wonderful meal in the Rainforest Cafe and loved the Mickey Winter Wonderland Ice skating show.

All in all, we did have a lovely holiday - however we were shocked at how busy it was compared to our last Christmas visit 4 years ago - We very much hope to return next year (maybe at Easter).

Hoping you all have a Happy and Magical 2008  

[ightenhill]

Im surprised you found it busier, I though it was the quietest christmas day I had ever seen though we did have early entry with our AP and had long relaxing lunches and avoided rides we did not have FPs for in the afternoon and did shows instead of used FPs up. In the evenings we found most things in the studios empty and those hidden rides behind Belles village, everyone seemd to have forgot about, they remained walk ons.

Have to admit I did not look at its a small world though.. Even hearing that music makes me run for cover  

Its probably easy for us to say I know as we have know children so the aspect is totally different, but with planning FPs and Early Entry you can make a lot of difference that gives you the edge.

Agree with you about the busses , how much would it cost to simply snake the Qs in the bus depot.

[The Butlin Boy]

I'm glad you had a good overall trip, I'm sorry about the crowds though, it just shows how successful the 15th anniversary advertising campaign has been

[Rayn2409]

Hi Wendy,

I am glad you had a good time, sorry to hear that the crowds were a bit mental.  I have been 6 times at xmas and I have noticed that each year it has gotten that little busier.  We have decided to move the visit now to early Jan, as the crowds are much lighter.  Obviously, you don't get the whole xmas feel but there is still plenty to see and do!

Rayn

[andrewuk]

Agree with you about the busses , how much would it cost to simply snake the Qs in the bus depot.

I have asked them about this; I always tell Disney about my visits and usually get a nice response. Still waiting, will let you know.