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The best thing I bought though... if you stop at one of the festival souvinier booths that sells the F&W shirts and stuff... they have Gift cards on little stretchy bracelets!!! I put $50 on it and walked around with it on my wrist, so I didn't have to dig for $$$. They said it's reloadable too, so I'm going to keep it to take on my next trip
Paula
You really should try to book WL. Did you end up calling? 
I could give lots more requests, but I won't be demanding. 
The best thing I bought though... if you stop at one of the festival souvinier booths that sells the F&W shirts and stuff... they have Gift cards on little stretchy bracelets!!! I put $50 on it and walked around with it on my wrist, so I didn't have to dig for $$$. They said it's reloadable too, so I'm going to keep it to take on my next trip
Where did you book your Processional package? I am intrigued. Now that I have a December 2009 Trip to plan, I am full of questions. I will prepare you a list for your December trip.
I can't believe your trip is here! It seems like just a few days ago we were doing the 30 day dance!!
If you are taking requests, please try the Praline bread pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce at the Louisiana booth -- also, please watch the Boo to You parade during MNSSHP since I won't be seeing it this year!
Did you switch to WL? I think that would be the PERFECT resort for Christmastime!
Plus when I look up availability online it says WL isn't available but very helpfully suggests AKL. But WL at Christmas is a powerful thought. This is your influence, CP!! Next thing you know I'll be considering CBR... which, now that I think about it, I did read a TR w/ some pictures yesterday that looked really nice! 
Will do. A bite for me; a bite for you. That way I only get 1/2 the calories! I haven't switched yet... debating for the financial reasons above AND those AKL pics on MickeyNicki's report are tempting.
I couldn't stand it. I'm on the phone w/ Central reservations now.
The DIS has created a monster!!!
I am now doing a split stay in December. 2 nights as originally booked and...
... wait for it...
3 nights at AKL! I tried for WL but it is booked. The CM says it is VERY popular at Christmastime. So I'll just have to book it early when I go in 2009 to meet LL!
I've never done a split stay so hopefully it all goes smoothly. I was able to get an AP rate on the room so it isn't rack rate at least but it also 'ain't' a value resort rate either. But I was getting nervous about Pop hearing about the size of the rooms, bus service etc. and wanted something a little more Christmas-y. And I may be turning into a deluxe snob.
I'm having heart palpitations thinking about it but it will be worth it!
Don't mind at all. For a standard view (e.g. no animal view) room for 3 nights it is ~$150/night.
As far as the AP goes there are other discounts to remember too -- discount at World of Disney, on backstage tours etc.
I've seen an analysis of the "break even" point for AP discounted rooms and I think it is ~4 nights at a deluxe? I'm looking for the info now... anything to enable someone else's addiction.
$150 a night!!! That's cheaper than what I am paying at CBR -- of course I realize it is probably a different rate season, but still!
Please, if you do find the break even, do share. It may be the deciding factor.
I will forgive you for booking AKL since WL was full. I also have to tell DH this because I better be able to get my WL package for next year in December. Sigh. I really am very excited. I told Marc that you said you might try to swing a trip while we are there. Hehehe.I am now doing a split stay in December. 2 nights as originally booked and...
... wait for it...
3 nights at AKL! I tried for WL but it is booked. The CM says it is VERY popular at Christmastime. So I'll just have to book it early when I go in 2009 to meet LL!
I've never done a split stay so hopefully it all goes smoothly. I was able to get an AP rate on the room so it isn't rack rate at least but it also 'ain't' a value resort rate either. But I was getting nervous about Pop hearing about the size of the rooms, bus service etc. and wanted something a little more Christmas-y. And I may be turning into a deluxe snob.
But I think you were involved in the discussion any way. The $100 GC for taking the DVC tour doesn't exist... at least not right now
BUT I got 3 free FP to anywhere that you have 4 days to use and there's free ice cream involved!! Was a nice relaxing break!
Heidi is going to be so happy, CP!
I thought that, too. I may make it my b-day gift, although I won't be able to get it until we go down. Is that right? I know so little about APs except that I want one today.
