Aug. questions

[rollie]

Hi all, I'm new to this board so I hope I'm not covering ground already covered. We're planning on going down the last week in August. I was wondering if local schools are in session at that time. Will the parks be crowded? If we're staying on the grounds can we drive to the parks without paying for parking? Thanks for any help.

 

[CamColt]

Welcome to the Dis rollie!!!
I believe local schools, and most down south are in session by then. We went that week last year and it was wonderful! Between getting to the parks by opening and using FPs where available the longest waits we had were about 15 minutes for both GMR & Spact MT.
It was so great that we are returning that week this year, however Im expecting it to be a little more crowded with the great deals they are offering(Fairy Tale Package).
I believe parking is free when staying on site, however we find the busses more convenient. Not only do they drop you off right near the park entrances, but its nice to get in an AC bus instead of a hot car after a day at the park.
Have a great trip!

 

[rollie]

thanks for your reply Camcolt. The only reason I asked about parking was, I heard that the busses can get crowded. I think it would be great if we could use the busses because of the A/C.

 

[CamColt]

You are right. Usually during peak times, like park closing, the buses can be pretty crowded and once in a while there is standing room only. We have spent our past 2 trips at ASMO and found their bus service to be very good.

 

[rollie]

Thanks Camcolt, we're staying at AS Sport. Hopefully service will be as good. We've been to WDW about 10 times, but this will be our first time since the 80's that we stay on the grounds. We use to camp at FW. Thanks again for your help.

 

[Suedrews]

Welcome to the boards....don't feel funny about asking questions here.....everyone is wonderful at helping out....we are also going to be there the last week of August....2 years ago we stayed at ASMu & the bus service was great....have a blast!!!