Last minute trip to the Poly---Am I crazy??

[RachelsMommie]

Hi, guys,

You are the Disney experts, and I'm hoping I can get your opinion on something.

We were planning to take our first trip to Disney in May with our DD, who turns 3 in March. However, I may be changing jobs very soon and will have very little vacation time my first year at the new company. If I end up changing jobs, we were thinking of going Feb. 23-March 1 and staying at the Poly.

I normally plan vacations 6-9 months in advance, especially for ADRs, but I thought for once, I could do a last-minute vacation. However, I thought the peak crowds started in March, but Mousesavers says to expect peak crowds (and rates!) in mid-February.

So, would I be crazy to go? I was hoping to go during a low-attendance time as my daughter HATES waiting in line. Also, what are the chances of getting any decent ADRs?

Thanks!
Kristi

 

[tecdavidt]

Peak crowds in mid Feb. would be due to President's week crowds. We are going Feb. 2 - Feb. 9 and were told it won't be bad. We shall see. Kathy

 

[Disneys Billpayer]

There are very few times when there isn't some kind of crowd. However the crowds in Feb. are better than what you see in the summer, springbreak or Christmas season. The weather here in Florida during Feb. is somewhat chancey unless you like it cold (45-60). But most days are quite pleasant and the later in the month the drier. I will be staying at CR Feb. 15-19 and I am not too worried being sandwiched between Valentines and presidents day. Although that Monday will be a day for local kids to visit.
I believe you would enjoy this time of year as long as you have a flexible schedule and don't plan on swimming or getting too wet.