J'aime Paris
Living happily ever after
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Hi all!
I've been to WDW many times, utilizing MDE or private pick up, staying on property, immersed in the Disney magic. I'm familiar with that type of vacation, and we love it!
This is kinda a last minute mom/daughter trip, and I'm sooooo behind with all the scheduling. Yikes!
But we're planning on being more relaxed, go with the flow, etc.
(At least that's what I keep telling myself
)
DD is almost 18, and really wants to spend a few days at the beach. This is a game changer for me, because I have no idea what to do, how to plan this.
I need some suggestions from those who've done this, or live in the area and can give me a few ideas.
1. Thinking of flying into/out of Orlando and renting a car. This is a bit scary, because I'm unfamiliar with driving in FL, and am unsure how the tolls work. Advise on this would be welcome!
2. Which beach should we visit? DD would like a bit of fun/action. I would prefer not too crazy busy, but I don't want DD to be bored either.
3. Where to stay at said beach? I'm open to hotels, private rentals, or condos. Needs to be on or very close to the beach. Since it's just the two of us, a safe area is very important.
4. My thoughts are to drive from Orlando airport to the beach destination. Stay at beach destination for 3-4 nights. Drive back to Orlando, stay at WDW property for 4-5 nights. Does this plan make sense? Open to suggestions!!
Many thanks to anyone who is willing to help!
J'aime Paris
I've been to WDW many times, utilizing MDE or private pick up, staying on property, immersed in the Disney magic. I'm familiar with that type of vacation, and we love it!
This is kinda a last minute mom/daughter trip, and I'm sooooo behind with all the scheduling. Yikes!
But we're planning on being more relaxed, go with the flow, etc.
(At least that's what I keep telling myself

DD is almost 18, and really wants to spend a few days at the beach. This is a game changer for me, because I have no idea what to do, how to plan this.
I need some suggestions from those who've done this, or live in the area and can give me a few ideas.
1. Thinking of flying into/out of Orlando and renting a car. This is a bit scary, because I'm unfamiliar with driving in FL, and am unsure how the tolls work. Advise on this would be welcome!
2. Which beach should we visit? DD would like a bit of fun/action. I would prefer not too crazy busy, but I don't want DD to be bored either.
3. Where to stay at said beach? I'm open to hotels, private rentals, or condos. Needs to be on or very close to the beach. Since it's just the two of us, a safe area is very important.
4. My thoughts are to drive from Orlando airport to the beach destination. Stay at beach destination for 3-4 nights. Drive back to Orlando, stay at WDW property for 4-5 nights. Does this plan make sense? Open to suggestions!!
Many thanks to anyone who is willing to help!
J'aime Paris