I need help deciding

[jenjenmouse]

Help me decide!

I already am planning a March trip but will have to drive from San Antonio Tx to get there. Air for Feb. 15th is much cheaper so I was wondering if the crowds the week of Feb 15th would be better than the crowds of March 15th. What do ya'll think?

 

[buzz2400]

I would go earlier and fly. The drive from Texas to Florida must be very long and by the time you get there you will be worn out. I don't know how the crowds will be with school vacations but with fast pass (and if you are staying onsite) early entry the crowds might not matter. I drove from Connecticut to Florida a few years back and it took two days. By the time we got there we were all fighting.

 

[jenjenmouse]

Yes Buzz- It is a 20 hour drive. It'd only be me and my 5 year old DD. I've done the drive when I was a child and it was ok. But I can't imagine doing it when I have to be the one driving. I'm going to see what rates I can get at ASMu for those days.

Thanks again for replying(sp?)

Also, any reason to go sooner is better to me!

 

[DNBois]

DH and I were going to drive but decided it would not be a good idea (most of our arguments usually take place in the car, while we're lost). We decided to take the train down; right now, Amtrak has a buy one, get one free fare until 2/15/03 (I believe that is the deadline). We were able to get business class seats down to Richmond and from Richmond to FL a Standard Bedroom for 296.00 total. We are taking the plane back for $128.50 pp - good deal, huh? Well, at least I think so. Good luck with your trip planning!!

 

[BrerRabbit28]

If ur looking 4 the least crowded time it's march. u said presdents week in Feb. i think, and that can get very crowded.

 

[BrerRabbit28]

Forgot 2 add this 2 my earlier post. We also drive from CT. It takes 20 hours too. You mentioned you have a five year old. I've been driving with my family since I was 2. Don't even think of driving the whole way. We stop at a hotel half way. Its an easy drive 4 us, we take I95 the whole way.

 

[jenjenmouse]

I don't think I can afford to fly at all. I guess we'll be driving. It seems like more freedom anyway. I can also have an ice chest with snacks and regular food for us to. But if anyone has any more insight please give it to me!

 

[kilee]

When ds was 5, he and I drove on a 15 hour trip alone to Virginia Beach. We had the best time! I was really nervous about making the trip alone and being the only one who could drive. Everything turned out great, and I have wonderful memories from that trip.

 

[S. C.]

We drive from michigan and found as long as we give ourselves enough time it is an enjoyable drive.

 

[jenjenmouse]

Thanks Kilee! I envision the trip would be great as I love time alone with my dd. Everything seems to go smoother than when my dh and I are all together.