While we are working on getting the dates picked, another thought to sort of keep in the back of your mind is where to stay.
Those of you who've been there, know it's not like WDW at all. There are several very nice hotels that are just as close, if not closer to the parks as the Disney hotels are. So it's nice to have more options.
I'm sure we all love the Disney hotels and it would be fun to stay there, but keep in mind that may be cost prohibitive for some. Many have family trips planned as well, and since this would be an "extra" vacation for them, they might have to cut costs.
I know the last time we were there, we barely saw our hotel room. So if you got a room off site, AND maybe even got a roomie, think of the money you'd save. That's more money for Dole Whips, Mickey Bars, drinks and shopping.
Also there is no rule that says we all HAVE to stay at the same place, but speaking from experience, it's so much more fun if you do.
When we were at WDW we had some staying at POP and some at Coronado Springs and it just wasn't as fun. It didn't feel like we were all part of the same group, kwim?
So again, it's just something to think about. We can move onto hotels once the dates are finalized.
Oh, and by the way, the poll for the dates will close on 11/9/07, so we'll know for sure by then, if not sooner.
