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2peasinapod · 03-04-2010, 02:34 PM

When is the best time to travel to Disney. I would prefer less crowds. The last 3 times we went was in August/September times and that fine a little hot.

Are there months when the crowds are at a lower attendance?

Also, how do Isign up for those PINS?

TIA

PrincessYessenia · 03-04-2010, 02:39 PM

I've gone to WDW everything month and have found that September is the least crowded most of the time. Yes, it is hot, but as far as the crowds I would say it's the least crowded month. I would also say mid-January is not a bad choice, either.

About the Pin Codes I am not sure. We own DVC and we're Florida residents and I've never received a Pin Code. But I am also curious about how people get them...

badblackpug · 03-04-2010, 02:41 PM

We like October.

Mamu · 03-04-2010, 03:04 PM

Have never traveled in the summer months or November.

Have been February thru May, October and December. All months have been great, each offers different holiday theming. We will be traveling in September for the first time this fall.

I think October and May are my favorite months. Love the F&G. Love Halloween.

shyjade · 03-05-2010, 10:36 AM

September seems to have the lowest crowds in my experience. BUT, the humidity is too miserable for us so we won't go back in September.

The last few times we went were in November. The crowds weren't bad (but not nearly as empty as September was) and the weather was much better.

FireDancer · 03-05-2010, 10:50 AM

I lived for 2 years in FL and I would recommend mid October to Mid November for any travel to Florida. The weather has cooled off and the humidity isn't as bad. The rainy season is over. The snowbirds aren't down there yet (for the most part) and the kids are in school so the population is a bit lower.

A close second would be the first week of December if you want to see the parks all decorated for Christmas. The weather is still nice and since the kids are still in school the holiday crowds aren't there yet.

vettegirl · 03-05-2010, 11:03 AM

I found October to be very light and enjoyable. Also the F&W Festival at Epcot is on during that time.

Dan Murphy · 03-05-2010, 11:10 AM

I enjoy early Dec...the decorations, the additional Christmas activities and attractions, values season, great weather and lower crowds. I also enjoy April or May, non holiday times. Great weather, lower crowds and the Epcot F&GF.

Mom2darlingboys · 03-05-2010, 09:25 PM

We find early May to be great, although may be biased as that is the ONLY time we have gone to WDW! The weather has been amazing (not stinkin' hot!) and sunny, and the crowds manageable.

And, when we come home, springtime is in full swing, so it is always nice to come back to everything in full bloom! It cushions the blow of leaving the World.

JessicaWakefield · 03-05-2010, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 2peasinapod

When is the best time to travel to Disney. I would prefer less crowds. The last 3 times we went was in August/September times and that fine a little hot.

Are there months when the crowds are at a lower attendance?

Also, how do Isign up for those PINS?

TIA

It used to be September, but free dining brings out a lot of people now (and like you said, it's just too hot). I would go for early November. Disney will never be "dead" again, but it should be manageable then.

WebmasterPete · 03-06-2010, 01:15 AM

I find January a good time to visit. The parks are rarely crowded and it's never hot. On the other hand, you might get colder weather than you would expect for Florida (especially this year - dear lord it's been cold!!).

From a crowds perspective, January, September and the first half of November seem the best.

Pete

RMulieri · 03-06-2010, 11:58 AM

We enjoy Sept for the lower crowds but it is still brutally Hot and Humid.As for the pins, there is no way to guarantee them.Disney chooses recipients and does not divulge the who,how and why certain people get them and others do not.To increase your chances , sign up for emails on disney.com ,order a vacation dvd, and even price out some trips...Other than that not much else you can do.Up until last year I had never received a single one, and now I am getting them and I did nothing different.

03-04-2010, 02:34 PM	#1
2peasinapod Earning My Ears Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: WI Posts: 3	Best time to travel to Disney..... When is the best time to travel to Disney. I would prefer less crowds. The last 3 times we went was in August/September times and that fine a little hot. Are there months when the crowds are at a lower attendance? Also, how do Isign up for those PINS? TIA

03-04-2010, 02:39 PM	#2
PrincessYessenia DVC Member - AKV Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Gainesville, Florida (UF student from Jacksonville!) Posts: 1,980	I've gone to WDW everything month and have found that September is the least crowded most of the time. Yes, it is hot, but as far as the crowds I would say it's the least crowded month. I would also say mid-January is not a bad choice, either. About the Pin Codes I am not sure. We own DVC and we're Florida residents and I've never received a Pin Code. But I am also curious about how people get them... __________________

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badblackpug If you knew her you would be shocked! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 4,086	We like October. __________________

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Mamu DIS Veteran A perennial favorite My children call me "Mud Duck" Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Mass Posts: 7,461	Have never traveled in the summer months or November. Have been February thru May, October and December. All months have been great, each offers different holiday theming. We will be traveling in September for the first time this fall. I think October and May are my favorite months. Love the F&G. Love Halloween. __________________ MAMU A tradition passed down is an invisible thread that connects generations Jedi Mike returning for SWW http://family.go.com/disneyjr-contes...er-mike-59596/

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shyjade DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 2,875	September seems to have the lowest crowds in my experience. BUT, the humidity is too miserable for us so we won't go back in September. The last few times we went were in November. The crowds weren't bad (but not nearly as empty as September was) and the weather was much better. __________________ (me) (DD15)

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03-05-2010, 10:50 AM	#6
FireDancer DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 11,956	I lived for 2 years in FL and I would recommend mid October to Mid November for any travel to Florida. The weather has cooled off and the humidity isn't as bad. The rainy season is over. The snowbirds aren't down there yet (for the most part) and the kids are in school so the population is a bit lower. A close second would be the first week of December if you want to see the parks all decorated for Christmas. The weather is still nice and since the kids are still in school the holiday crowds aren't there yet. __________________

03-05-2010, 11:03 AM	#7
vettegirl Proud USAF Wife! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 4,606	I found October to be very light and enjoyable. Also the F&W Festival at Epcot is on during that time. __________________

03-05-2010, 11:10 AM	#8
Dan Murphy We are family. Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Chicago area, IL Posts: 74,979	I enjoy early Dec...the decorations, the additional Christmas activities and attractions, values season, great weather and lower crowds. I also enjoy April or May, non holiday times. Great weather, lower crowds and the Epcot F&GF. __________________ *Dan-'Let's Celebrate the Future Hand in Hand'--We are Family* Why she runs..... Random acts of kindness, no matter how small, are never really lost. They live forever in the hearts of those who are fortunate enough to be on the receiving end of them----Lady M *Link to picture threads, many pictures ///Are You a DIS Oldtimer (or New)? ///LOTS of Resort Photos* dmurphydis@sbcglobal.net .

03-05-2010, 09:25 PM	#9
Mom2darlingboys Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 137	We find early May to be great, although may be biased as that is the ONLY time we have gone to WDW! The weather has been amazing (not stinkin' hot!) and sunny, and the crowds manageable. And, when we come home, springtime is in full swing, so it is always nice to come back to everything in full bloom! It cushions the blow of leaving the World. __________________ ME DH DS13 DS10 May 2008 POFQ - May 2009 POFQ - May 2010 CBR - October 2011 POR - September 2012 BWV - February 2013 BC

03-06-2010, 01:15 AM	#11
WebmasterPete Grand Administrator The Big Dipple Easily confuses bathrooms and attics I survived Hurricane Frances...send more ice cream! Join Date: Jun 1997 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 5,075	I find January a good time to visit. The parks are rarely crowded and it's never hot. On the other hand, you might get colder weather than you would expect for Florida (especially this year - dear lord it's been cold!!). From a crowds perspective, January, September and the first half of November seem the best. Pete __________________

03-06-2010, 11:58 AM	#12
RMulieri DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Tom Sawyers Island Posts: 18,909	We enjoy Sept for the lower crowds but it is still brutally Hot and Humid.As for the pins, there is no way to guarantee them.Disney chooses recipients and does not divulge the who,how and why certain people get them and others do not.To increase your chances , sign up for emails on disney.com ,order a vacation dvd, and even price out some trips...Other than that not much else you can do.Up until last year I had never received a single one, and now I am getting them and I did nothing different. __________________ Going Back to the DarkSide -Universal Orlando August 2013

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