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    Lanyards

    Koenig only distributes the S.H.I.E.L.D. lanyards on a case-by-case basis. :D
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    Orlando for conference- universal worth it?

    I've done almost exactly this, and would recommend it. You won't "do everything", but you'll do a lot, probably more than you expect. I do a spreadsheet and usually the annual pass pays for itself in parking anyway, so I get a "preview trip" for free. Getting to know your way around so you...
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    2006 - Present : Food Pics with Chat

    Try the porch of indecision. I've never had a problem there.
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    For those folks driving!

    We left in a terrible snowstorm, and took an 3 hours to get to I-81 from Ottawa (normally 2), but things got much better very quickly. One of the hazards of winter driving. We drove approx. 4am-9pm the first day (17 hrs) to get to North Carolina. Then 7am to 5pm the 2nd day (10 hrs). We hit a...
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    Anyone from Ontario drive to wdw this past Nov.

    Family of 5 in a Grand Caravan, just got back yesterday. Spent 2 days down, 3 days back. Sat Dec 21 - left Ottawa 3:47am in freezing rain. Took an extra hour to reach the border at 1,000 islands, but got there safe and the border bridges were open (I worried about all the ice). Just a few...
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    It's cold!

    Leaving from Ottawa this Saturday morning. Looks like the cold will break (for me ;-) by lunchtime Saturday.
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    Fairfield Inn, Apopka/Vineland Rd - Just Returned

    I've tried the Ale House(s) on 192, i-drive and the Florida Mall. Consistent quality for all those, which was OK, no complaints. Good variety of pub food, and great prices. Great value, IMHO. But of course don't expect linen tablecloths and poached salmon with balsamic reduction ;-) Also...
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    Christmas at WDW

    We're driving down from Ottawa on 21-22 Dec (I-81 onto I-95 just south of Washington), staying on i-drive until 1 or 2 Jan, stopping by Hershey, PA for a couple days on returning. We prefer spending most of our time at Universal, but also plan 2 days at EPCoT, 1 at TL and 1 at DQ/DTD. Dining...
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    TR: Without the Mouse, Round 2. Flexpasses, Lego & a villa *Final Update Oct 14*

    Looking forward to your reviews of the new Simpsons area. Hope you're planning to try a colossal doughnut from Lard Lad.
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    The Fountains (Bluegreen Vacations)

    CarolynFH: congrats, hope you enjoy it. Our next trip will be this year arriving before Christmas and leaving after New Years. Just post here if you want us to investigate something for you. I agree with scrappinannie about lack of anything to walk to - except IMHO the Premium Outlet Mall and...
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    The Fountains (Bluegreen Vacations)

    I bought a timeshare here back in 1999 before it was Bluegreen, and I've been happy ever since. We've always been satisfied with cleanliness, safety and service. We prefer condos to hotels for the space, so much more relaxing. I agree with everything shalom said, plus: There's a Publix...
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    Hotwire for car rental? Any bad experiences/warnings?

    I've only used hotwire once in 2010 I think, got a convertible and picked it up just down the street from MCO, they had a shuttle, no problem at all. I'd try hotwire again.
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    First time at IOA - Tell me about the "wet" rides

    JPRA isn't too bad, a light splash. Popeye & Blutos is my favourite - but YOU GET TOTALLY SOAKED! I'm not kidding, have a look at people getting off this ride and judge for yourself. I don't think a poncho would help at all. Careful with electronics. Never ridden DDR. Probably between the...
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    TR: Without the Mouse, Round 2. Flexpasses, Lego & a villa *Final Update Oct 14*

    For rides, JP River Adventure? It's very gentle and I love the themeing. My son and I are coaster chickens and we have no problem - just tighten your stomach muscles as you begin to drop, like a jet fighter pilot would, it's a pretty short time anyway. More gentle than disney jungle cruise...
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    Just introducing myself.....

    Welcome. I think you'll like it here, it's very friendly. Enjoy. :cool1:
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    What is the cost of driving from Toronto to Orlando?

    So it looks like driving from southern or eastern Ontario or Quebec costs between $600 (drive straight through) to $1,800 (high side) and takes 21+ hours of driving each way. But this cost is fixed per car, not per person. So, take the table below using a trip cost of $1,000 vs. a flight...
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    For 2,000+ Mile Round-Trip Drivers Only! (III)

    Yeah, we're going (approx) 20 Dec 2013-to-2 Jan 2014 (still figuring things out). Renting a minivan for a family of 5 in Orlando at that time (we're staying at our timeshare on i-drive) is looking like $1,200 by itself. That's not getting to/from Orlando, that's just renting a minivan while...




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