Thank you, Bret!! The possibilities for holiday photos at WDW are probably endless given all the hotels, the 4 parks, the shops and restaurants, etc., and I have never seen a thread on the WDW side of the board that is like this thread (Disney at Christmas) - one that is devoted to nothing but holiday photos and discussion/facts/details/planning - for WDW at Christmas.
It seems like every now and then someone will start a thread over on 'the other side' that has potential. At one point someone started a thread about the WDW hotels and their unique decorations (which is something that we do not have at DLR, so I was eager to see what was posted). There were a few photos posted, and I was excited at the notion that the whole thread would turn into something like our "Disney at Christmas" thread here. But they gave up!!After the first few photos there was nothing else.
Just think of all the photos people could get of the holiday decor all around WDW - it boggles the mind how many photos could be taken. The thread would be huge. That would be one awesome thread - IF any seasoned WDW holiday visitors would ever get it going and keep it going!! I wonder why there is nothing like that over on the WDW side of the boards.
I think this thread - Disney at Christmas - has been largely kept alive because we are a smaller community over on the DLR section of town. So it's easier to notice threads before they disappear. Things move so fast over in WDW-land on the DIS. This side is more communal and friendly, and the people here have a great love for and connection to DLR that goes beyond just liking it because it's a cool place to visit. People come here to really enjoy the photos & the wonderful details of the park - not only to plan trips - so something like the Christmas thread, or the Halloween thread, or the GCH Super Thread, or any of the strictly photo-only threads are better received over here because they don't vanish into the archives as fast, and people are very interested in seeing all the wonderful hidden details to be found at DLR.
and all the other DISers who provide great info and pics on the DL side. 
Can't believe we are three weeks in the Holiday season and we are finally in December. 
hug: I was so looking forward to seeing you Sherry!). Sometime the week after Christmas for sure. But I'm really hoping to still get a pre-Christmas trip in as well.
I love this side of the thread more than the WDW side. Not only do I like the information here on the DL thread, the DISers here like you Sherry, Belle Ella, Funball, HydroGuy, funatdisney, etc. all are all very friendly with great information and provides great the pictures of the DLR. Everyone one of us on this thread provides us with great pictures that we barely see on the WDW side (no offense to the WDW side, I barely see any photos on those threads, I still like reading that thread).
Thx for doing a fantastic job Sherry
WOW!!
Thanks Brett! That is so, so nice of you to say!
It's why I've stuck around this long and don't plan on going anywhere. I wish I could contribute more than I do, but when I get the chance I sure do love to. We're very enthusiastic about sharing what we know be it photos, information, or just talking, lol. Thanks for including me!
Thank you, Rhonda!You're sweet!
Is this your first time going to DLR during the holidays? As many times as you've been to DLR, I just assumed you had done many holiday seasons. Or have you mainly stuck to WDW at Christmas? In any case, I've never gone over the CP weekend to DLR. People do say that it is very crowded on that Saturday and Sunday, BUT there seem to be fewer and fewer available times when it is not crowded these days. It's hard to find times now that are crowd-free.
Still, I think you guys will have a lovely time. You've seen the wonderful photos - there are so many great things to do and see during this time of year that it's hard to have a bad time. It can get frustrating if the crowds get crazy, that's for sure, but there is always somewhere to escape to. If DL is extra-packed, then DCA might be less crowded. If both parks are crazy, you can duck into a restaurant and eat for a while. Maybe go sit at the GCH for a bit and enjoy Santa and the carolers who perform by the giant tree. Or take a break at the hotel for a bit and wait for the crowds to thin out.
If I'd had 2 days last year instead of the 1 day I had, I could have certainly dealt with crowds much better because I would have had a bit more time to spread things out. So as long as you are there for at least a couple of days and plan wisely (you already know all the tricks!), I think you'll still have a good time!!
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I haven't seen too many IASWH pics inside the ride so I should post some from my trip this month.
It's all good. Besides, I need something to do while he's working.
What lens are you using for these photos?
It seems wider than usual, they look really good
spreading some christmas cheer
