Lots of questions

[jonkatony]

As Miffy said we stil love DLP, you wil just love WDW as well

 

[jillrobinson]

Thanks for all the help guys, you've been a superb help.
I'm convinced that we could do the holiday without the car.
I've had a look at the hotels and I'd probably go for one of the All Stars for 14 nights, I did have a look at the prices for the Universal hotels but from past DLP experience we use the hotel room to collapse in after a busy day, nothing else, so I can't justify those sort of prices. I'd prefer to have extra spending money.

 

[castanea1985]

Everyone should stay on site at WDW, once in their lives!!!

 

[AndRu]

Everyone should stay on site at WDW, once in their lives!!!

Er, no thanks!

a) It's too expensive
b) There is a case of too much sugar
c) Lack of freedom

Staying onsite (or at any hotel for that matter) for me personally is akin to being locked in a cell. I prefer the freedom of a villa & a car to go where I where I want, when I want and not have to worry about maid services and other guests. Besides, I don't think I could stomach 24/7 theme park advertising/themeing that's designed to get you to spend your money at their parks - be it Disney, Universal or any other.

I am not a number, I am a free man!

 

[alisonbestford]

Posted twice!
Sorry

 

[alisonbestford]

Mmm, have to say that I, somewhat, agree with AndRu on this one

We stayed 5 nights at the CSR last year and, although I am glad we tried it, I wouldn't rush to stay onsite again

I enjoy the whole US experience, not just the parks so, for me too staying, at least some of the time, off site - with or without a car - is the way to go

 

[castanea1985]

We have stayed both 'off' and 'on' site, and we enjoy every trip to the US, whether its driving 3,500 miles from canada to key west (and back)!, or staying for 1 or 2 weeks on Disney. I think it all depends on various things. We always have a car (I agree, I would feel trapped without one); the ages of the kids (the kids loved staying on site when they were of an age to appreciate it); and what it is you want to do!
But I stand by my thread - until you have stayed 'on site' you can't knock it. As for too much sugar - we are very health conscious, and seek out healthy eating and drinking - you've just got to know where to look for it!

 

[JohnnySharp2]

It does depend on your personal preferences, as long as we all have a brilliant holiday that's the main thing - for the record though I am with AndRu , we love a villa.
However, we are staying at the Boardwalk for part of our August holiday so we have both sides covered.

Having a car does give you that freedom to explore, which is why for us renting one is a must.