July 2010; Who else is planning this far ahead?

[TexasBelle]

We are planning our 4th trip for July 16th through July 25th. We said that we would never go back in July or August because of the crowds but our DD 16th birthday is in April and with TAKS test and Graduation for my DS, so we had to put it off until July. I would rather go in September but DD is a cheerleader and her BFF is also and that's football season, so that's out.

I'm really scared about the crowds...

We will be staying at the Polynesian. Taking our DD and her BFF, DH and me. I can't wait.

 

[docusmc1]

We are book on the Wonder 7/20 for 5 night cruise then SSR for 4 days. We always go in July since my DW is a teacher. We love it there and go twice a year every year.

 

[mgsmom]

We are booked for a FW Cabin the last week of July! Yay! Me, DH, and DD (2) Our only dining plan is b'fast in the cabin in our PJs! Driving down from South Carolina.
Don't fear the July crowds! We always go in July (only non-July trip was over Christmas) so maybe I just don't know the difference...
I can't wait for DD to see everything!

 

[figmentfan0724]

hey everyone, I have news! We got VWL!!! we booked saturday and we are sooo excited! We are thinking about deluxe dining, since its our honeymoon and all!

 

[Disney Crazy Debbie]

hey everyone, I have news! We got VWL!!! we booked saturday and we are sooo excited! We are thinking about deluxe dining, since its our honeymoon and all!

Congratulations! Be sure to let them know it's your honeymoon. We are also at the WL with Deluxe DDP (July 31 through August 7).

 

[nicole0992]

This is the first July visit for me. Still ironing out the dates and have to choose my resort or resorts. Might do a split stay. I have been in both June and August so I am thinking July will be similar in terms of heat and crowds??

 

[mgsmom]

hey everyone, I have news! We got VWL!!! we booked saturday and we are sooo excited! We are thinking about deluxe dining, since its our honeymoon and all!

That is so awesome! What a great honeymoon!

 

[mgsmom]

Hey - can someone tell me how to get one of those snazzy countdown tickers in my signature?

 

[mickeystoontown]

If any of you are staying at the Caribbean Beach Resort in 2010, please come join our 2010 CBR Countdown thread. The link is in my signature below. Who knows...some of us may see each other.

 

[momoftwins]

I know it is going to be hotter than a *&#@*!%, but tell me about the crowds. We have been twice in August so I know it is hot, but the crowds not so much (we have been the 3rd week of August).

I know to get up early - mid-day off - then back to the parks in the evening. I am more worried about the crowds. Anyone have any pics that can scare us half to death

Thanks and have a great night!

 

[mgsmom]

I wish I could help you - I've only ever gone in July and over Christmas - so I don't really have anything to compare the crowds to.

I will tell you, though, get out there early. I remember noticing the crowds being much "thicker" around 10-11 after getting off a ride and thinking "wow - there are a lot more people here". You are right about the mid-day break - always a good idea - then you will much more rested for afternoon/evening crowds.

Like I said, I only know the big crowds. Guess I better not go during slower time and see the difference... it might ruin my tolerance!

 

[momoftwins]

Are you saying I should prepare myself to be like a sardine in a can? I am thinking I should make ressies for any indoor meal during this time. Do you agree?

Thanks for the response.

I wish I could help you - I've only ever gone in July and over Christmas - so I don't really have anything to compare the crowds to.

I will tell you, though, get out there early. I remember noticing the crowds being much "thicker" around 10-11 after getting off a ride and thinking "wow - there are a lot more people here". You are right about the mid-day break - always a good idea - then you will much more rested for afternoon/evening crowds.

Like I said, I only know the big crowds. Guess I better not go during slower time and see the difference... it might ruin my tolerance!

 

[Disney Crazy Debbie]

I know it is going to be hotter than a *&#@*!%, but tell me about the crowds. We have been twice in August so I know it is hot, but the crowds not so much (we have been the 3rd week of August).

I know to get up early - mid-day off - then back to the parks in the evening. I am more worried about the crowds. Anyone have any pics that can scare us half to death

Thanks and have a great night!

August is my preferred time to travel to WDW, especially when scheduling around children's school starts. If your August trip is before free dining you'll do fine because the crowds aren't too bad except for the week-ends (big emphasis on MK week-ends!). In August people are already getting ready for back to school and some schools have already begun. I think Florida schools begin the second week of August because they are out around Memorial Day for the summer.

As you say August is hot than blazes, but we just did our thing and my DS was a teenager so we seldom returned to the resort in the afternoon, but we were up early and went all day. Those types of days makes if difficult on the feet!

We are moving ours up this year, 7/31 through 8/7, to accommodate a grandniece (5) and a cousin (6) plus my DS who is 20, and like you the crowds concern me!

 

[figmentfan0724]

Congratulations! Be sure to let them know it's your honeymoon. We are also at the WL with Deluxe DDP (July 31 through August 7).

we already let DVC MS know that it is our honeymoon! We will just miss you when you guys are there. we will be on our cruise when you check in!

 

[bigred643]

July 2010 can't come fast enough!

 

[airhead]

I know,you're askin' yourself,"how the heck can it be awesome with all those freekin' people in the blazin' heat?" Well,let me just say that if you do it right,it ain't bad!LOL
Seriously,I'm sure you have read plenty up on vacationing at WDW in the heat of the summer. I'm sure you read that the key to enjoying WDW in the summer is;GET TO THE PARKS EARLY!!!! This means no leasurely breakfast at 10 in the morning! If you can get to the parks by 9am (even 9:30)and leave by 11-11:30,you'll miss the crowds and the hottest part of the day.We absolutely love our summer vacations at WDW! Parks in the morning,pool in the afternoon and parks again at night,PERFECT!!!!! C'mon July!!!!

 

[figmentfan0724]

we also try to do parks in the morning in july, but if we don't make it, we spend the day at the pool at the night at the parks! You gotta beat the heat!

 

[DisneyMomx7]

Count us in!

We'll be there July 17-August 1, 2010!

We're driving down from Jersey. We used to always fly but last year we drove for the first time and loved it. We'll leave the night of the 16th, drive straight through and stay the first night at Buena Vista Palace and Spa. We walk over to RFC at DTD and then hit the bed early.

We'll check into BC early on the morning of the 18th and then two glorious weeks at BC.

I'll be making our ADRs starting on the 19th of this month and I can't wait. It always makes me feel one step closer.

Now if we can just get AP rates as good as the ones out to June 3 I will be one happy camper!

 

[DisneyClown]

I know,you're askin' yourself,"how the heck can it be awesome with all those freekin' people in the blazin' heat?" Well,let me just say that if you do it right,it ain't bad!LOL
Seriously,I'm sure you have read plenty up on vacationing at WDW in the heat of the summer. I'm sure you read that the key to enjoying WDW in the summer is;GET TO THE PARKS EARLY!!!! This means no leasurely breakfast at 10 in the morning! If you can get to the parks by 9am (even 9:30)and leave by 11-11:30,you'll miss the crowds and the hottest part of the day.We absolutely love our summer vacations at WDW! Parks in the morning,pool in the afternoon and parks again at night,PERFECT!!!!! C'mon July!!!!

I have read all about how to handle summer days at WDW, but it is the first time in summer for me, and with kids no less, so seeing your post just makes me feel a bit better about it. Thanks!

 

[MommyGina]

I love going in July. I just booked our July trip this moring for the 18th-25th at GF. Last year we went in August, but it just wasn't the same as July. July actually felt like a vacation for all of us. The parks are open late. I work in a school and when I got back from vacation last August, it was hurry up and get things ready in school! I didn't feel like I was on vacation at all. My children also had a few days to rest and they went back to school too.

Near the end of our vacation last year, the fall decorations were up. Summer was gone! No more August for us. July at Disney here we come!!!