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Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:29 PM

WALT DISNEY WORLD DINING:
Each guest on Disney’s Grand Plan vacation package receives one (1) breakfast, lunch, and dinner per night during the package stay. One (1) snack per person per night is also included. The example below illustrates a dining plan for a three night, four day package.

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DAY OF CHECK IN.......DAY 2...........DAY 3............DAY OF CHECK OUT
(BASED ON................................................ ......(BASED ON
3 PM CHECK IN)............................................... .11 AM CHECK OUT)
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..............................BREAKFAST....BREAKFA ST.....BREAKFAST
..............................LUNCH...........LUNC H............LUNCH
DINNER....................DINNER..........DINNER
SNACK.....................SNACK...........SNACK
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BREAKFAST INCLUDES CHOICE OF:
* One (1) breakfast entrée, one (1) bakery item, one (1) juice and one (1) coffee or tea per person
OR
* Full breakfast buffet per person

LUNCH INCLUDES CHOICE OF:
* One (1) appetizer, one (1) entrée, one (1) dessert, one (1) non-alcoholic beverage** and one (1) coffee or tea per person
OR
* One (1) combo meal (entrée, side dish and non-alcoholic beverage**)
OR
* Full lunch buffet per person

DINNER INCLUDES CHOICE OF:
* One (1) appetizer, one (1) entrée, one (1) dessert, one (1) non-alcoholic beverage** and one (1) coffee or tea per person
OR
* One (1) combo meal (entrée, side dish and non-alcoholic beverage**)
OR
* Full dinner buffet per person

A SNACK INCLUDES ONE (1) NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE** WITH:
* One (1) appetizer
OR
* One (1) entree
OR
* One (1) dessert per person

Children ages 3 to 9 must order from the children’s menu where available. Children under the age of 3 may share from an adult’s plate or a meal may be purchased separately a la carte from the menu.

Prior to ordering, please let the server or cashier know you are on Disney’s Grand Plan vacation package. Applicable taxes and gratuities are included for all meals.

**Souvenir mugs, refillable mugs, smoothies, milk shakes, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks, specialty drinks are not included.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:29 PM

PRIORITY SEATING:
The Walt Disney World Resort utilizes a priority seating system for selected dining locations. Priority Seating is accepted where ** is noted below and can be arranged by visiting Guest Services at your Disney Resort hotel, touching “55” on your in-room telephone, touching *88 on any Walt Disney World Resort pay telephone or by calling 407-WDW-DINE (407-939-3463).

B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner
**=Priority Seating ***=Character Breakfast locations

DISNEY’S ALL-STAR MOVIES RESORT:
* Silver Screen Spirits Pool Bar
* World Premiere Food Court (B,L,D)

DISNEY’S ALL-STAR MUSIC RESORT:
* Singing Spirits Pool Bar
* Intermission Food Court (B,L,D)

DISNEY’S ALL-STAR SPORTS RESORT:
* Team Spirits Pool Bar
* End Zone Food Court (B,L,D)

DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM LODGE:
* Jiko - The Cooking Place (D)**
* Boma - The Flavors of Africa (B,D)**
* The Mara (B,L,D)
* Room Service
* Victoria Falls Lounge
* Uzima Springs Pool Bar

DISNEY’S BEACH CLUB RESORT:
* Cape May Café (B,D)** ***
* Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (B,L,D)
* Martha's Vineyard Lounge
* Riptide Lounge
* Room Service

DISNEY’S BOARDWALK RESORT:
* Big River Grill and Brewing Works (L,D)
* BoardWalk Bakery
* ESPN Club (L,D)
* Flying Fish Café (D)**
* Leaping Horse Libations
* Room Service
* Spoodles Pizza Window
* Spoodles (B,L,D)**
* The Belle Vue Room

DISNEY’S CARIBBEAN BEACH RESORT:
* Banana Cabana
* Captain’s Tavern (D)**
* Old Port Royale (B,L,D)

DISNEY’S CONTEMPORARY RESORT:
* California Grill (D)**
* Chef Mickey’s (B,D)** ***
* Concourse Steakhouse (B,L,D)**
* Food & Fun Center (B,L,D)
* Outer Rim
* Room Service
* The Sand Bar

DISNEY’S CORONADO SPRINGS RESORT:
* Francisco's Lounge
* La Tienda
* Maya Grill (B,D)**
* Pepper Market (B,L,D)
* Siesta's Pool Bar

DISNEY’S FORT WILDERNESS RESORT AND CAMPGROUND:
* Crockett’s Tavern (D)
* Trail’s End Buffeteria (B,L,D)
* Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue (D)** (Please pick up your dinner show ticket at your Walt Disney World Resort hotel prior to arriving at the show.)

DISNEY’S GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA:
* 1900 Park Fare (B,D)** ***
* Citricos (D)**
* Gasparilla Grill & Games (B,L,D)
* Grand Floridian Café (B,L)**
* Mizner's Lounge
* Narcoossee’s (D)**
* Private Dining
* Victoria & Albert's (D)** (Victoria & Albert's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa extends the Premium Menu to Disney's Grand Plan guests. If you wish to upgrade to the Chef's Table, Elite Menu, or include Royal Wine Pairing with your meal, additional charges apply and will be handled separately from the Disney's Grand Plan vacation package.)

DISNEY’S OLD KEY WEST RESORT:
* Goods Food to Go
* Gurgling Suitcase
* Olivia’s Café (B,L,D)**
* Turtle Shack Snack Bar

DISNEY’S POLYNESIAN RESORT:
* Barefoot Pool Bar
* Captain Cook’s Snack Company (B,L,D)
* Kona Café (B,L,D)**
* ‘Ohana (B,D)** ***
* Room Service
* Polynesian Luau Dinner Show (D)** (Please pick up your dinner show ticket at your Walt Disney World Resort hotel prior to arriving at the show.)

DISNEY’S PORT ORLEANS RESORT:
* Boatwright’s Dining Hall (B,D)**
* Riverside Mill (B,L,D)
* Muddy Rivers Pool Bar

THE VILLAS AT THE DISNEY INSTITUTE:
* The Gathering Place (B,L,D)
* Reflections

DISNEY’S WILDERNESS LODGE:
* Artist Point (D)**
* Roaring Forks Snacks (B,L,D)
* Room Service
* Territory Lounge
* Trout Pass Pool Bar
* Whispering Canyon Café (B,L,D)**

DISNEY’S YACHT CLUB RESORT:
* Ale and Compass Lounge
* Crew's Cup Lounge
* Hurricane Hanna’s Grill (L)
* Room Service
* Yachtsman Steakhouse (B,L,D)**

DISNEY’S BONNET CREEK GOLF CLUB:
* Sand Trap Bar & Grill (B,L)

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:30 PM

MAGIC KINGDOM PARK:
* Aloha Isle
* Aunt Polly’s Dockside Inn (L)
* Auntie Gravitieis Galactic Goodies
* Casey’s Corner (L,D)
* Cinderella’s Royal Table (B,L,D)** ***
* Columbia Harbor House (L,D)
* Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café (L,D)
* El Pirata El Perico Restaurante (L,D)
* Enchanted Grove
* Liberty Tree Tavern (L,D) **
* The Lunching Pad at Rockettower Plaza (L,D)
* Main Street Bakery
* Mrs. Pott's Cupboard
* Pecos Bill Café (L,D)
* Pinocchio Village Haus (L,D)
* Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
* Plaza Pavilion (L,D)
* Scuttles Landing
* Sunshine Tree Terrace
* Sleepy Hollow
* The Crystal Palace (B,L,D)** ***
* The Plaza Restaurant (L,D)**
* Tony’s Town Square Restaurant (L,D)**
* Westward Ho Refreshments

EPCOT:
* Biergarten Restaurant (L,D)**
* Bistro de Paris (D)**
* Boulangerie Patisserie
* Cantina de San Angel (L,D)
* Les Chefs de France Restaurant (L,D)**
* Coral Reef Restaurant (L,D)**
* Electric Umbrella Restaurant (L,D)
* Fountain View Espresso & Bakery
* Garden Grill (L,D)**
* Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe
* Le Cellier Steakhouse (L,D)**
* Liberty Inn (L,D)
* L’Originale Alfredo di Roma Risorante (L,D)**
* Lotus Blossom Café (L,D)
* Mitsukoshi Teppanyaki Dining Room (L,D)**
* Nine Dragons Restaurant (L,D)**
* Pure & Simple
* Refreshment Port
* Restaurant Akershus (L,D)**
* Restaurant Marrakesh (L,D)**
* Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room (L,D)**
* San Angel Inn Restaurante (L,D)**
* Summerfest (L,D)
* Sunshine Season Food Fair (B,L,D)
* Tangerine Café (L,D)
* Tempura Kiku (L,D)
* The Refreshment Outpost
* Yakitori House (L,D)
* Yorkshire County Fish Shop (L,D)

DISNEY-MGM STUDIOS:
* 50’s Prime Time Café (L,D)**
* ABC Commissary (L,D)
* Backlot Express (L,D)
* Catalina Eddie’s (L,D)
* Dinosaur Gerties
* Hollywood Scoops
* Hollywood & Vine (B,L)** ***
* Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano (L,D)**
* Rosie’s All American Café (L,D)
* Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater (L,D)**
* Starring Rolls
* Toluca Turkey Leg Co.
* The Hollywood Brown Derby (L,D)**
* Toy Story Pizza Planet (L,D)
* Tune In Lounge

DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM THEME PARK:
* Chakranadi Chicken Shop
* Campfire Funnel Cakes
* Chip 'N' Dales Cookie Cabin
* Dino Bites Snack
* Flame Tree Barbeque (L,D) (Open Seasonally)
* Kusafiri Bakery & Coffee Shop
* Pizzafari (B,L,D)
* Rainforest Café (B,L,D)
* Restaurantosaurus (B,L,D)** ***
* Tamu Tamu Refreshments
* Tusker House Restaurant (L,D)

DISNEY’S BLIZZARD BEACH WATER PARK:
* Avalunch
* Lottawatta Lodge
* The Warming Hut

DISNEY’S TYPHOON LAGOON WATER PARK:
* Leaning Palms
* Typhoon Tilly’s

DOWNTOWN DISNEY MARKETPLACE:
* Cap’n Jack’s Restaurant (L,D)
* Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop
* Rainforest Café (L,D)
* Wolfgang Puck Express (L,D)

DOWNTOWN DISNEY PLEASURE ISLAND:
* Fulton’s Crab House (L,D)**
* Missing Link Sausage Co. (D)
* Portobello Yacht Club (L,D)

DOWNTOWN DISNEY WEST SIDE:
* Bongos Cuban Café (L,D)
* FoodQuest (L,D)
* House of Blues (L,D)
* Planet Hollywood (L,D)
* Wolfgang Puck Café (L,D)
* Wonderland Cafe

DISNEY’S WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS COMPLEX:
* Official All-Star Café (L,D)

PLEASE NOTE:
An accepted major credit card guarantee is required for dinner shows. Dinner show reservations must be canceled at least 48 hours before the scheduled seating time to avoid a full price cancellation charge.

Selected fine dining restaurants also require an accepted major credit card guarantee. Cancellations must be received at least 24 hours before the scheduled seating time to avoid a cancellation charge (charge varies by location).

Disney’s Grand Plan vacation package dining is not available for:
* Alcoholic beverages, milkshakes, smoothies, specialty drinks and bottled drinks
* Souvenir or refillable drink mugs
* Most outdoor food carts
* In-room mini-bars
* Snacks & beverages from recreation rental counters
* Merchandise shops (including Gourmet Pantry, Main Street Confectionery, The Beverly Sunset, and Seashore Sweets)
* McDonald’s Restaurants
* Restaurants in the Downtown Disney Resort Area Hotels
* Shades of Green restaurants
* The Chef’s Domaine (located in Citricos)
* Walt Disney World Dolphin and Walt Disney World Swan restaurants

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:31 PM

FANTASMIC!
RESERVED SEATING:
Sorcerer Mickey and friends battle some of Disney's evilest villains in the dazzling nighttime spectacular Fantasmic! at the Disney-MGM Studios. This incredible extravaganza combines classic Disney Characters, searing pyrotechnics, walls of water, daring stunts, brilliant lasers, and a score of timeless Disney music.

Disney's Grand Plan guests enjoy reserved seating in The Hollywood Hills Amphitheater on selected nights and shows during the year. Please contact Guest Services for information and reservations. You must arrive at least 30 minutes prior to show time to guarantee your reserved seating. Fantasmic! is an outdoor show and is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather.

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
TO SEE IT IS UNBELIEVABLE, TO MISS IT UNTHINKABLE:
Prepare to be amazed by La Nouba now playing at Downtown Disney West Side. This mesmerizing theatrical experience from Cirque du Soleil transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. You'll be captivated by its feats of physical daring and acrobatics. For 90 minutes, forget what you know. Believe what you see.

For tickets and additional information, please contact Guest Services. One admission per Disney's Grand Plan Guest. Tickets are non-refundable and subject to availability.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:31 PM

Set out on a spectacular fireworks cruise to view IllumiNations at Epcot or Fantasy in the Sky at the Magic Kingdom Park. You'll be immersed in the action as the skies above explode with bursts of color. A snack will be served on-board.

Cruises depart on selected nights throughout the year based on performance schedules.

* IllumiNations cruises depart from the Bayside Marina at Disney's Yacht Club Resort.

* Fantasy in the Sky cruises depart from The Captain's Shipyard at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa or the Mikala Canoe Club at Disney's Polynesian Resort.

Please arrive at the marina 45 minutes prior to the scheduled start of the fireworks display.

Reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance with Guest Services. Cancellations are requested at least 24 hours in advance.

Cruises may be canceled due to incluement weather. Seating is limited based on the number of Disney's Grand Plan vacation package guests on-board. All cruises are subject to availability. One cruise per Disney's Grand Plan vacation package. Other Disney Resort hotel fireworks cruises are not available on Disney's Grand Plan vacation package including the boats "Breathless" and "Grand 1" Sea Ray Yacht.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:32 PM

LEAVE A LEGACY IMAGE CERTIFICATE:
In just minutes, you can join thousands of others who have placed their images or names on custom tiles at the Leave a Legacy sculpture at Epcot. Your legacy will proudly stand as a shimmering reminder that you are part of the magic of Disney. Leave a Legacy is located on the west side of the Epcot Main Entrance.

You will receive a certificate upon check-in for up to two (2) images on one (1) tile. If you wish to purchase additional images, the standard fees apply and will be handled separately.

SOUVENIR PHOTO:
Smile! We'll capture your expression as you plummet down thirteen gut-wrenching stories, challenge Carnotaurus and falling meteors, or speed around a 50-degree banked curve at 60 miles per hour. Present your Disney Resort ID card at one of the following locations for one (1) 5"x7" souvenir photo. One photo per package.

* DINOSAUR
* Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
* Splash Mountain
* The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
* Test Track
* Studio M at Downtown Disney Marketplace
* Town Square Exposition Hall at the Magic Kingdom Park

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:32 PM

Rejuvenate your body and mind with a luxurious spa treatment. Disney's Grand Plan vacation package includes selected treatments at the Grand Floridian Spa & Health Club or The Spa at the Disney Institute. Guests 10 years of age or older may choose one (1) treatment during the package stay. If you wish to enjoy additional spa services, the standard fees apply and will be handled separately.

THE GRAND FLORIDIAN SPA & HEALTH CLUB
The following spa services are available for guests 13 years of age and older at the Grand Floridian Spa & Health Club.

* 40 min. Spa Manicure
* 50 min. Spa Pedicure
* 50 min. Gentleman's Facial
* 50 min. Reflexology
* 50 min. European Aromatherapy Facial
* 50 min. Swedish Massage

The following spa services are available for Grand Plan guests between 4 and 12 years of age.

* 25 min. My First Facial
* 25 min. My First Manicure
* 25 min. My First Pedicure

To schedule a spa appointment at the Grand Floridian Spa & Health Club please call 407-824-2332. An accepted major credit card is required for booking. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time. Applicable taxes and gratuities are included.

Should you need to cancel your spa appointment, please call at least two hours prior to the appointment time to avoid a cancellation charge of 100% of the cost of the spa treatment.

Guests 17 years of age and younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian during massage treatments.

THE SPA AT THE DISNEY INSTITUTE:
The following spa services are available for guests 18 years of age and older at The Spa at the Disney Institute.

* 50 min. Pedicure
* 50 min. Manicure
* 50 min. Ultimate Facial
* 50 min. Men's Skin European Fitness Facial
* 50 min. Custom Therapeutic Massage
* 50 min. Aromatherapy Hydro-Massage

To schedule a spa appointment at The Spa at the Disney Institute, please call 407-827-4455. An accepted major credit card is required for booking. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time. Applicable taxes, gratuities, and service charges are included.

Should you need to cancel your spa appointment, please call at least 4 hours prior to the appointment time to avoid a cancellation charge of 50% of the cost of the spa treatment. A 100% cancellation fee will be charged for no shows.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:33 PM

WALT DISNEY WORLD GOLF:
The Walt Disney World Resort has five 18-hole championship golf courses and one 9-hole, par 36, walking course all designed by masters of the trade. The Walt Disney World Golf Courses play host to an annual PGA TOUR event and have been recognized as a Gold Medal Golf Resort by Golf Magazine.

Disney’s Grand Plan vacation package includes unlimited golf, lessons, green fees, electric cart, range balls, FootJoy golf shoes and rental clubs per person. Titleist/Cobra golf clubs and FootJoy golf shoes require a photo ID for rental. A $500 deposit for each set of golf clubs is required on an authorized major credit card. Limit two (2) sets of rental clubs per credit card.

Proper golf attire is required - a shirt with a collar and Bermuda length shorts or slacks. Golf shoes are recommended but not required. Soft or spikeless golf cleats are permitted on the courses.

Complimentary transportation is provided to and from Walt Disney World Resort owned and operated hotels. Please see the valet desk or bell services to arrange pickup times. Guests under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. There is no age restriction at Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course.

Please call 407-WDW-GOLF (407-939-4653) for all golf reservations. An accepted major credit card is required for booking.

DISNEY’S LAKE BUENA VISTA GOLF COURSE:
Styled in a classic country club setting, Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course meanders through dense pine forests. Characterized by small, slightly elevated, well-bunkered greens, the course demands accurate shot-making. Add an island green on the 7th, and it all adds up to a great golfing experience.

DISNEY’S EAGLE PINES GOLF COURSE:
Low, “dish-shaped” fairways and vast sand beds give this Pete Dye designed course a unique look and an equally unique challenge. The concave fairways maintain proper drainage into the natural wetland areas that are prevalent throughout the course - in fact, 16 holes boast water. Disney’s Eagle Pines Golf Course is a visually intimidating course, but a complete joy to play.

DISNEY’S OSPREY RIDGE GOLF COURSE:
Tom Fazio used the beautiful tropical wilderness surrounding Disney’s Osprey Ridge Golf Course to create a serene atmosphere, but this uniquely styled course challenges players from the moment they step onto the first tee. This design contrasts with its counterpart, Disney’s Eagle Pines Golf Course, by offering dramatically elevated tees and greens, nine water holes, and more than 70 strategically placed bunkers.

DISNEY’S MAGNOLIA GOLF COURSE:
Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course is the longest of the Disney courses. Designed by Joe Lee in classic PGA TOUR style, the wide fairways invite you to hit the ball, and hit it hard! But beware - 11 of the 18 holes boast water, and 97 bunkers dot the landscape and guard the medium-to-large, undulating greens. This beautifully manicured course is aptly named for its more than 1,500 magnolia trees. Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course hosts the National Car Rental Golf Classic at the Walt Disney World Resort.

DISNEY’S PALM GOLF COURSE:
Disney’s Palm Golf Course offers tree-lined fairways, elevated tees and greens, and boasts more than its share of water and sand with nine water holes and 94 bunkers. Disney’s Palm Golf Course plays host to the Pro-Am competition during the National Car Rental Golf Classic at the Walt Disney World Resort.

DISNEY’S OAK TRAIL GOLF COURSE:
Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course, our nine-hole, par 36 walking course, is noted for the small, undulating greens and elevated tees. Surrounded by thick vegetation and wildlife, it is perfect for those who enjoy walking a course and soaking up the scenery. Shots shouldn’t be approached too casually. Disney’s Oak Trail greens have been labeled some of the most challenging at the Walt Disney World Resort.

PRIVATE GOLF LESSONS:
Private 30-minute golf lessons from our PGA Professional Staff are available by appointment. Please call 407-WDW-GOLF (407-939-4653) for reservations.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:33 PM

WALT DISNEY WORLD RECREATION:
Enjoy the various sports and leisure activities available throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. Whatever your game, you’ll love the way we play!

You may use recreation equipment and facilities as often as you like, throughout your package stay, subject to the local operating rules of the recreation facility and Disney’s Grand Plan vacation package guidelines. Remember to let the recreation host or hostess know you are on the Disney’s Grand Plan vacation package.

WATER SPORTS:
Enjoy a day of water sports activities with world champion Sammy Duvall’s group of professional instructors. Excursions leave from Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your reservation. Trips may be canceled due to inclement weather. Guests under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. For reservations, touch “57” on your in-room telephone or call 407-WDW-PLAY (407-939-7528). An accepted major credit card is required for booking. Please make reservations and cancellations at least 24 hours in advance.

* Parasailing:
Parasail excursions are available daily for single or double riders up to 350 pounds (160 kilograms). All participants must be more than 48 inches (122 centimeters) in height and weigh more than 100 pounds (45 kilograms).

* Wakeboarding and Tubing:
Wakeboard/Tubing sessions include a fully equipped tournament boat, world class instructor and sate-of-the-art equipment.

* Water-skiing:
Water-ski sessions include a tournament ski boat, world-class instructor and all related equipment.

TENNIS:
Grab a racquet and head over to one of our clay or hard surface courts located throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. Court fees, racquet rental and tennis balls are included in your package. Appropriate tennis shoes and attire required. Contact Guest Services for court times and additional information.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:34 PM

WATERCRAFT RENTALS:
Set sail for a terrific outing with the whole crew! Watercraft include Mercury Marine Water Mouse, canopy boats, pontoon boats, canoes, pedal boats, and sailboats (Specialty cruises not included).

Guests must be at least 12 years of age and 5 feet (1.5 meters) in height to operate Mercury Marine Water Mouse. Guests must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license to operate a canopy boat or pontoon boat. All drivers must sign a release. A parent or legal guardian must sign the release for guests under 18 years of age.

Watercraft selection varies by location. Watercraft rentals are available at the following locations:

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort:
* Barefoot Bay Boat Yard/Bike Works

Disney’s Contemporary Resort:
* Contemporary Marina

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort:
* La Marina

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground:
* Fort Wilderness Marina and Bike Barn

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa:
* The Captain’s Shipyard (excludes the “Grand 1” Sea Ray Yacht)

Disney’s Polynesian Resort:
* Mikala Canoe Club

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort:
* Riverside Levee

Disney’s Old Key West Resort:
* Hank’s Rent ‘N Return

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge:
* Teton Boat & Bike Rentals

Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts:
* Bayside Marina (excludes the “Breathless”)

Downtown Disney Marketplace:
* Cap’n Jack’s Marina

The Villas at the Disney Institute:
* Recreation Center

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:34 PM

BICYCLES:
Wind your way through scenic paths on a relaxing bike ride. Adult and children’s Mongoose bicycles are available for hourly or daily rental. Surrey bicycles are also available at selected locations and are available for 1-hour rentals. A parent or legal guardian must sign a release for guests under 18 years of age. Bicycles are available at the following locations:

Disney’s BoardWalk Resort:
* Ferris W. Eahlers

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort:
* Barefoot Bay Boat Yard/Bike Works

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort:
* La Marina

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground:
* Bike Barn

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort:
* Riverside Levee

Disney’s Old Key West Resort:
* Hank’s Rent ‘N Return

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge:
* Teton Boat & Bike Rental

The Villas at the Disney Institute:
* Recreation Center

HORSEBACK TRAIL RIDES:
Hit the trail at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground for a gentle 45 minute horseback tour through scenic surroundings. Jeans or slacks are recommended. Open toe shoes are not permitted. Guests must be at least 9 years of age and no more than 250 pounds (115 kilograms) to ride. Rides may be canceled due to inclement weather.

For reservations, touch “57” on your in-room telephone or call 407-WDW-PLAY (407-939-7529). An accepted major credit card is required for booking. Please make reservations and cancellations at least 24 hours in advance.

PONY RIDES:
A child’s favorite! Located at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground Petting Farm. Children must be at least 2 years of age, weigh no more than 80 pounds (36 kilograms), and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Offered daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., weather permitting. Operating hours are subject to change without notice.

HAY RIDES:
Each night, relaxing hay rides wander the trails of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground and the shores of Bay Lake. Hay rides depart from Pioneer Hall, last approximately one hour, and return to Pioneer Hall. Children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Hay rides may be canceled due to inclement weather.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:34 PM

CANE POLE FISHING:
Want to do some fishin’ Tom Sawyer style? Hang a cane pole from one of our docks and feel as if you’ve stepped back in time. Fishing is on a catch-and-release basis. Available at the following locations:

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort:
* La Marina

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground:
* Bike Barn

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort:
* Fishin’ Hole

Downtown Disney Marketplace:
* Cap’n Jack’s Marina

GUIDED FISHING EXCURSIONS:
Hook a fun-filled fishing trip for the whole family! A two-hour excursion includes boat, guide, refreshments and fishing equipment for up to five people. Morning, midday and afternoon excursions are available. Guests under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Excursions may be canceled due to inclement weather. All fishing is done on a catch-and-release basis. Fishing excursions leave from the marinas of the following locations:

* Disney’s BoardWalk Resort
* Disney’s Contemporary Resort
* Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground
* Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
* Downtown Disney
* Disney’s Polynesian Resort
* Disney’s Port Orleans Resort
* Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
* Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts

For reservations, touch “57” on your in-room telephone or call 407-WDW-PLAY (407-939-7529). An accepted major credit card is required for booking. Please make reservations and cancellations at least 24 hours in advance.

HEALTH CLUBS:
Enjoy length-of-stay health club access at one of our state-of-the-art facilities. Guests must be at least 14 years of age to use the health club equipment. Guests 14 to 17 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times. Health Clubs are available at the following locations:

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge:
* Zahanti Fitness Center

Disney’s BoardWalk Resort:
* Muscles & Bustles

Disney’s Contemporary Resort:
* The Olympiad Health Club

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort:
* La Vida Health Club

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa:
* Grand Floridian Spa & Health Club

Disney’s Old Key West:
* R.E.S.T. Health Club

Disney’s Polynesian Resort:
* Grand Floridian Spa & Health Club

Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts:
* Ship Shape Health Club

The Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge:
* Sturdy Branches Health Club

The Villas at the Disney Institute:
* Sports & Fitness Center

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:35 PM

MINIATURE GOLF:
Enjoy a round of miniature golf at either Disney’s Winter Summerland or Disney’s Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf courses. Both courses are open from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. daily, weather permitting. Operating hours subject to change without notice.

* Disney’s Winter Summerland:
In this Winter summerland, Santa’s elves built two distinctly different 18-hole golf experiences - a “sand” course and a “snow” course. Disney’s Winter Summerland is adjacent to Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park.

* Disney’s Fantasia Gardens:
Disney’s Fantasia Gardens features two, 18-hole miniature golf adventures based on Disney’s classic animated film Fantasia. Choose Fantasia Gardens for a fantastic escapade complete with music and interactive obstacles. Experienced golfers can challenge Disney’s Fairways, complete with par-three and par-four holes ranging in length from 40 to 75 feet long. Disney’s Fantasia Gardens is located across from the Walt Disney World Swan Resort.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:35 PM

WALT DISNEY WORLD THEME PARK TOURS:
Discover the Walt Disney World Resort as you have never imagined! Advance reservations are required and may be made by calling 407-WDW-TOUR (407-939-8687). Due to considerable walking, a comfortable pair of shoes is recommended.

DISNEY’S FAMILY MAGIC:
Take the family on an exciting journey through the Magic Kingdom Park. Young and old alike can revisit their childhood on this fanciful tour of the most magical place on earth. Presented daily and lasts approximately 2 hours. Guests of all ages may participate.

DISNEY’S THE MAGIC BEHIND OUR STEAM TRAINS:
Get an inside look at the Walt Disney World Railroad. Explore Walt Disney’s passion for steam trains as you join the opening crew and prepare for the daily railroad operation at the Magic Kingdom Park. Presented Monday, Thursday and Saturday and lasts approximately 2 hours. Guests must be at least 10 years of age to participate.

DISNEY’S KEYS TO THE KINGDOM:
This tour invites you to explore the Magic Kingdom Park and take a special look at the history, heritage, and philosophies behind the Park. This informative expedition takes you through the themed lands of the Magic Kingdom Park as well as backstage to marvel at the operation that makes all the magic possible. Presented daily and lasts approximately 4-1/2 hours. Guests must be at least 16 years of age to participate.

GARDENS OF THE WORLD:
A Disney horticulture expert leads this tour of select World Showcase gardens at Epcot. Presented Tuesdays and Thursdays and lasts approximately 3 hours. Guests must be at least 16 years of age to participate.

HIDDEN TREASURES OF WORLD SHOWCASE:
Each eye-opening program gives you the chance to discover the unique elements of the World Showcase pavilions and share Walt Disney’s Epcot vision. Presented Tuesdays and Thursdays and lasts approximately 3-1/2 hours. Guests must be at least 16 years of age to participate.

THE UNDISCOVERED FUTURE WORLD TOUR:
Discover the Future World that guests rarely get to see. Hear intriguing stories about Walt Disney and his ultimate dream: Epcot. Appreciate Walt Disney’s living legacy by visiting the Future World pavilions including some rare glimpses of backstage areas. Presented on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and lasts approximately 4-1/2 hours. Guests must be at least 16 years of age to participate.

BEHIND THE SEEDS, A SPECIAL GUIDED GREENHOUSE TOUR:
Go behind the scenes at The Land at Epcot to explore the wonders of growing food plants with the Disney touch! Tour greenhouses to discover over 60 crops from around the world, and see some of the latest techniques used to grow and improve plants. Watch as beneficial insects used at The Land battle pests that can destroy our food supply. Take home environmentally friendly ideas for growing your own gardens. Then venture through the fish farm to see thousands of fish and alligators, too! Bring your cameras, and have fun! Presented daily and lasts approximately 1 hour.

INSIDE ANIMATION:
Experience an inside look at Walt Disney’s animation legacy, with an opportunity to paint your own animation cel. Presented Wednesdays and Fridays at the Disney-MGM Studios and lasts approximately 2-1/2 hours. Guests must be at least 16 years of age to participate.

BACKSTAGE SAFARI:
Find out what happens behind the scenes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Highlights include a tour of a backstage animal housing area, the Conservation Station Veterinary Hospital and a special visit with one of our animal residents. Presented Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and lasts approximately 3 hours. Guests must be at last 16 years of age to participate.

PLUNGE INTO ADVENTURE WITH BEHIND THE SCENES PROGRAMS AT THE LIVING SEAS AT EPCOT:
Have you ever wondered just how smart dolphins are? How about being able to scuba dive in a place that movie directors have called the world's best ocean? All this is possible at the Living Seas at Epcot.

DISNEY'S DOLPHINS IN DEPTH program allows you to explore the world of Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins and to actually see research projects in session. You will learn if dolphins really do have the ability to plan their behavior. Most importantly, you will meet them up close and personal in the water! You are guaranteed to get wet and maybe even get splashed by our resident dolphins. You don't need to swim or have scuba certification to enjoy this program, but you will need to be at least 16 years of age to experience the magic of these beautiful creatures. Disney's Dolphins in Depth is presented Monday through Friday and lasts approximately 3 hours. This program is subject to change and availability, and is not recommended for expectant mothers. Guests 16-18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign a consent form at the beginning of the adventure.

DIVE QUEST Imagine a salt-water dive with 203 feet of visibility and over 4000 animals native to the Caribbean swimming with you in every direction. Tropical fish, sharks, sting rays, giant green sea turtles, and plenty of coral for you to enjoy is just part of the fun. The other part is you become part of the show! Your family members and friends can view your dive through any of the 56 giant acrylic windows at the Living Seas! Open water scuba certification required for all participants. A parent or legal guardian must dive with guests 15 tears of age and under. Guests 16-18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign a consent form at the commencement of the program.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:36 PM

CHILDREN'S ACTIVITY CENTERS:
Children’s Activity Centers are designed especially for kids between 4 and 12 years of age. Your child will enjoy games and activities while you enjoy some Disney grown-up fun!

Dinner is included and can be ordered at time of drop off. All Children’s Activity Centers are open from 4:30 p.m. to midnight. For information and reservations, please call 407-WDW-DINE (407-939-3463) or touch “55” on your in-room telephone. Disney’s Grand Plan guests enjoy unlimited use of the centers.

Children’s Activity Centers are located at the following Disney Resorts:

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge:
* Simba’s Cubhouse

Disney’s Beach Club Resort:
* Sandcastle Club

Disney’s BoardWalk Resort:
* Disney’s Harbor Club

Disney’s Contemporary Resort:
* Mouseketeer Clubhouse

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa:
* Mouseketeer Clubhouse

Disney’s Polynesian Resort:
* The Never Land Club

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge:
* Cub’s Den

IN-ROOM CHILD CARE:
Guest Services can help arrange private, in-room childcare for up to 6 hours each day. For reservations and additional information, please call (407) 827-5444 at least 24 hours in advance.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:37 PM

Disney’s Grand Plan vacation package may not be sold separately, transferred, refunded or redeemed for cash in whole or in part. Theme Park admission is required for selected items/activities. Some facilities, activities, tours and recreation equipment rental may require advance reservations. Use is subject to availability and the local rules and regulations of the operating area. Operating hours, menus, entertainment, Characters, components, terms and participating locations are subject to change without notice.

Disney’s Grand Plan vacation package features are based on the length of your package stay at the participating Walt Disney World Resort hotel. The owners of the Walt Disney World Resort shall not be liable or responsible for non-utilization of package components due to refurbishing, capacity, inclement weather, or any other circumstance beyond their control.

Disney’s Grand Plan vacation package is not valid with any other offers or promotions.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:37 PM

As with all things Disney, everything listed in this thread is subject to change without prior notice. Please contact Disney directly to find out exactly what features are being offered for your particular vacation package.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:38 PM

Here is the link to the Walt Disney World webpage regarding the Grand Plan Vacation Package (http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/waltdisneyworld/reservations/vacations/vacationpackageindex?id=PK2002GrandPlanVP).

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 05:51 PM

I thought I would put the links in here that point to the Discovery Magic Vacation Package (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=199158&highlight=2002) and the Deluxe Magic Vacation Package (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=199523&perpage=15&pagenumber=1) so that you may compare them to the Grand Plan vacation package.

the Legend

05-12-2002, 07:41 PM

... Thank you for alll this information!

I had been comtemplating packages for a while and have always used them at DLR. Heeding the words of the wise, I have never tried one at WDW because of cost and information even off the WDW site is vague to say the least.

You helped answer alot of questions I had on WDW packages but heres one I hope can help me with ... At DLR, the Grand Plan is a concierge-level stay at Grand Cali, Paradise Pier or DLH. Is this the same at WDW?

Also it seems that Grand Plan is an add-on, like I could stay at CBR or OKW and still get grand plan, is this right?

Thanks in advance.

Janet2k

05-12-2002, 08:26 PM

The Legend, you're welcome. I'll try to answer some of your questions by giving you a few of my own Grand Plan vacation experiences.

I have Grand Planned twice at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. My very first WDW vacation was at the Grand Floridian Resort, in a concierge room located in the main building. I added the Grand Plan package on top of that specific room. Since I had a concierge room booked, of course I had access to the concierge lounge. My next WDW vacation was in a two-bedroom suite at the Grand Floridian. I added the Grand Plan package on top of it. Disney gave me a suite in Conch Key, even though I had requested one in the main building. Of course once I set foot in my suite, the Cinderella's Castle view brought tears to my eyes and I was so thankful that they gave me that suite in Conch Key (Conch Key has long since become my favorite Grand Floridian building). Anyhow, since that suite was not located in the main building, they told me over & over again that I would not have concierge access. I thought that was rather petty since I was spending several thousand dollars a night for my suite & the Grand Plan (I had my sister's family vacationing with my family). However, there was nothing I could do to change the Grand Plan folks' minds. Fast forward to my next Grand Floridian two-bedroom suite stay. Of course I immediately requested Conch Key. This time I had my sister's family vacationing with us again, and my parents were also supposed to vacation with us. Since there would be such a large crowd, I decided not to add the Grand Plan to that vacation (it would have been a complete waste since my parents wouldn't have used it at all except for a few meals here & there). Well, surprise, surprise, the Grand Floridian folks told me that since I was in a suite, I would have access to both of the Grand Floridian's concierge lounges -- the main building lounge and the Sugar Loaf Key lounge. How funny! The prior suite stay with a Grand Plan gave me no concierge lounge access, but this suite stay without a Grand Plan gave me complete concierge lounge access. So, as you can see, anything is possible with Disney. And anything is subject to change at any time without prior notice.

I had a Grand Floridian Grand Plan booked initially for last year, however, I had to cancel it due to the fact that my parents & my sister's family unexpectedly invited themselves along on my family's vacation. When I was planning the Grand Plan, I was told that I would have concierge lounge access no matter where my room was located. I do have another Grand Plan vacation planned for the Grand Floridian, but I am not sure if that still holds true since I have not been contacted by the Grand Plan folks yet. At this point I have no expectations since Disney always seems to have a way of surprising me.

By the way, the Grand Plan may only be added on to vacations at selected Disney Deluxe or Home-Away-From-Home resorts. The Deluxe resorts currently allowing the Grand Plan vacation package are the Animal Kingdom Lodge, the Beach Club, the BoardWalk Inn, the Contemporary Resort, the Grand Floridian Resort, the Polynesian Resort, and the Yacht Club. I would like to note that the Wilderness Lodge does not currently allow a Grand Plan vacation package, but I do know that in the past it has, and thus will probably allow it again in the future. The only Home-Away-From-Home resort that currently allows the Grand Plan vacation package is the BoardWalk Villas. (I verified all those resorts by looking at the WDW reservation website.)

4merlurkerchris

05-12-2002, 09:25 PM

Janet,
Thanks for all of the great information!
Chris

Minybear

05-13-2002, 07:18 AM

Janet2K

The moderators should have all your packages descriptions perminately at the top of the resort page so everyone can have easy access to them.

You did great work with them. :)

Wendi

05-13-2002, 12:48 PM

How much does it cost to ad the Grand Plan to a Package?
Thanks for all the information. We all appreciate all the time it
took you to type it all that information. Your fingers must need
a rest. Thanks again, Wendi

erikthewise

05-13-2002, 01:09 PM

Janet,

Thanks for all the info! Even those of us who will probably never go on a Grand Plan still like to dream! I was going to ask what inspired your massive post, but apparently it was your own experiences with the Grand Plan.

While I think anyone on a Grand Plan should receive concierge access at no additional cost, it may be redundant. You already have access to a personal planner, right? And it's not as though you don't get enough to eat!

And thanks for personally doing so much to help keep WDW in the black! You should get a mention in their annual report!:D

the Legend

05-14-2002, 03:31 AM

... for the information and it helps me that you have experienced it first-hand.

Yes! I hate it when those family members 'invite' themselves too ;)

We are staying at the WL and AKL this trip and have decided to forego any packages this trip ... but I hope the moderators would take it upon themselves to keep this permanent as I can see it being a great aid in the future.

Thanks once again for your work here.

DawnCt

05-14-2002, 07:27 AM

From reading the restrictions on the Grand Plan, there are significant changes since we have done the Grand Plan and other inclusive vacations. To make the most of our Grand Plan vacation, we would stay at another resort of choice, (Poly, BC, YC) for three or four days, enjoy the parks and then switch to the Grand Floridian. We would check in to the hotel at 8 am, whether the room was ready or not and begin our Grand Plan with breakfast, so the very first day included three meals. The last day of the plan was the day before we check out of the hotel, with the very last night being under a separate reservation, thus enabling the Grand Plan to continue until midnight. We typically did a five night Grand Plan, or World Vacation during a 9 or ten day stay. On a five day plan we were able to get 15 meals or three full meals per day. I don't know if it is because I read through the description of activities to quickly, but was water skiing included? At the time, there was nothing excluded from the World Vacations or the Grand Plan. We would order non alcoholic specialty drinks, smoothies, etc at every meal and of course, the wait staff was very interested in pushing these drinks since the tip is added to the total cost of the bill and paid for under the plan. At the time, WDW was on a paper ticketing system, so we would go to guest services in the morning and use the plan card to "purchase" addmission to Typhoon Lagoon, River Country, Discovery Island,and Pleasure Island whether we planned to go there or not. Since WDW tickets never expire, we have used these tickets for years and the TL paper tickets are interchangable with Blizzard Beach. A lot of CMs are amazed when they see these old paper tickets and the price; $12 to $13 or so. For quite a while, the all inclusive plans were a bargain if you were able to plan and make it work. Between ticket purchases and expensive meals, I usually was able to come out $1800 more than the cost of the plan. Now it seems one would be lucky to break even and it has become a convenience more than anything. We still have the daily gifts, wine bag, totes, stuffed Mickey and Minne that was included in our package and of course a lot of good memories.

Janet2k

05-24-2002, 10:56 PM

4merlurkerchris & Minybear, you’re welcome. I hope there’s at least some juicy info in this here little ol’ thread to entice you two to give it a whirl. I wish every vacation could be a Grand one (hee hee).

Janet2k

05-24-2002, 10:59 PM

Wendi, to get a basic idea of what all the various WDW packages would cost, you could contact
Dreams Unlimited Travel (http://www.dreamsunlimitedtravel.com/index.html) and request a quote, or you could access the WDW Reservations & Tickets website and enter your information there. Since I am sure the Dreams folks are all asleep right now (it is the middle of the night now!), I just took a quick look at the WDW reservation website and ran some numbers for you (see below).

The “Basic Plan” (accommodations for 3 nights, one general admission ticket per person to Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex (does not include special events), and use of the Walt Disney World® Transportation System) for 2 adults would be $1,171.80, while for 3 adults it would be $1,293.12.

Let’s kick it up a notch now…

A Grand Plan for 2 adults at the GF in a Garden View room in October for three nights would be $3,141.82. For 3 adults (same vacation plan, resort, room type, and dates) it would be $4,168.40.

I hope that example sheds a little light on pricing. The Grand Plan is never discounted much, however, you can sometimes get a slightly cheaper rate by using your Disney Club membership. For my upcoming Grand Plan, I supposedly will be getting some Disney Dollars back (I can’t remember what I’m getting exactly, maybe $50 or $100).

Janet2k

05-24-2002, 11:18 PM

Erikthewise, a fellow DISer asked me if I would type up all three of the WDW vacation package plans and post them since I had all three brochures for 2002 in my possession. For some reason it is very difficult to get these brochures out of Disney. I tried a couple times via the “Contact Us” link on the Disney World website, and I kept getting the same info e-mailed to me that is found on the Disney World website (if you’ve seen the website, you know that there isn’t much information posted). I also requested over the telephone that the Walt Disney Travel Company US Mail me the Grand Plan brochure since I had a Grand Plan vacation booked and I wanted to know exactly what it covered since it has been a couple years since I last Grand Planned. I even threatened to cancel my Grand Plan if I didn’t get the info (why should I purchase something if I don’t know what it is?). That tactic didn’t work (even though I was very serious). One CM told me that she would put in a "request" to have "something" US Mailed to me (nothing ever was sent to me), and the other three CM’s told me that nothing existed (I should note that the “Contact Us” folks also claimed that “no brochure existed”). Well, I knew for a fact that the brochure in question did exist since I had seen one while I was at WDW in January (I kicked myself in the butt for not taking one home with me). Luckily for me, I put in a personal request to my favorite WDW Cast Member and he was able to magically send me all three vacation package brochures. (That man is an angel!)

As to your other comment, I think having access to the concierge lounge for a Grand Plan guest is a lovely gesture. It is nice to be able to have a place to sit and rest your weary feet for a short while after a busy day; and it is nice to be able to meet other guests in a relaxed atmosphere. And I completely agree with you regarding the munchies offered in the concierge lounge – if you’re on the Grand Plan, you’re too stuffed to even look at them!

Janet2k

05-24-2002, 11:25 PM

The Legend, thanks for the kind words. I should note that I will personally never Grand Plan or Deluxe Magic Plan or Discovery Magic Plan while staying at the Animal Kingdom Lodge, as that is my favorite resort. Whenever I stay there, I never want to leave its loving embrace. *Sigh* If I had a package plan while I was there, it would be the biggest waste of money as I would only use it to dine in Jiko’s, Boma’s, or the Mara. *Double Sigh* I hope you have a wonderful stay there. Take lots of pictures and post the link to them here on the DIS (I love looking at everyone's photos).

Janet2k

05-24-2002, 11:37 PM

DawnCT, thanks for your post. It is interesting to see how the Grand Plan has evolved over the years. Wow, paper park tickets? I think I read about that a few years ago from another poster (or maybe it was you?). I had never heard of that before then. And your sentence about the daily gifts really hit home. It was always so fun to get back to our room every night to see what “gifts” were awaiting us. I am so sad to hear that Disney stopped that part of the plan as it really made the vacation extra magical. I remember on the first night of each of our Grand Plans, that there was a food basket and flowers in our room (that was the “first” daily gift of the vacation). I fear Disney has stopped doing that, too. Such a shame. I do have some good news for you, however; water-skiing is still included:
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the Legend

05-26-2002, 07:32 AM

Consider that photo link a done deal.

I am only to glad to share our experience with all that are interested.

Janet2k

05-27-2002, 11:01 AM

The Legend, thanks. I look forward to viewing your photos (and reading your trip report).

By the way, I didn't mean to scare anyone away from doing a Grand Plan while staying at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Since that resort has my favorite concierge Cast Members, it would be a perfect place to Grand Plan as I am sure they would magically take care of your every whim. It's just that it's personally my favorite resort and I never want to leave it while I'm staying there (it is soooo relaxing). And if I were Grand Planning, I would have to leave the resort at least a few times in order to partake of parasailing on Bay Lake or golf lessons at a few of the WDW golf courses, enjoying the Polynesian’s Luau or Fort Wilderness’ Hoop-Dee-Doo, and so on. Of course the AKL does have Jiko's and Boma's, which are two of my favorite WDW restaurants, and it does have the Sunrise Safari and Breakfast event, which is one of the best events at WDW and an exclusive of the AKL. Heck, maybe a Grand Plan at the AKL is in my future after all. *Sigh*

the Legend

05-30-2002, 05:19 AM

We are the family trip to WDW or DLR (Budget willing) next year. Like most convenience and extras far out weigh cost ... this falls holiday will be my first WDW deluxe and what better way than to split them between WL and AKL.

The Grand Plan is not a prospect this or with next years trip. But I am definitely keeping it in mind!

Thanks for all the feedback!

Janet2k

06-15-2002, 12:47 AM

I thought I would print here what LAinSEA had posted in the Discovery Magic Vacation Package (2002) (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=199158&perpage=15&pagenumber=1) thread regarding the way that the parade and firework special viewing areas were handled. I’m hoping this also holds true of the Grand Plan vacation package (note: if someone knows exactly how they’re handled for this vacation package this year, please post it here; thanks):

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There were other guests in the viewing areas that were on the Deluxe Magic package while we were there. We didn't meet anyone on the Grand package.

The important thing is to make reservations for your preferred viewing dates as soon as you are able (within the 45 day window). While there seemed to be plenty of room while we were there (first part of May), the CM I booked the package with in February said that there have been disappointed guests who waited until they were at their resort to make the arrangements and didn't get their choice of dates.

I would imagine that those on the Grand plan will have help through their resort's concierge services in trip planning and making viewing reservations.

During the week that we there, MK fireworks were only offered one night, Saturday. This made for a very crowded evening at MK for the early Spectromagic parade and fireworks viewing (they did add a second Spectro parade after the fireworks). Hopefully guest visits will continue to normalize in the months to come and WDW will be able to release their park hours and events schedules enough in advance for guests to make preliminary plans including their reserved viewing arrangements.

-LAinSEA

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