***Official Planning Thread -DECEMBER 2024 - Welcome all!***

Not the OP, but my sister and I went last year in early December, so a good few parties in. We slightly lowered our expectations since there were so many complaints after those first few parties so that may have influenced our experience but we had a really great time and we’re really hoping they bring it back with the slight improvements they need to make!

I think it’s definitely more fun as adults, especially if you don’t need to stop and see characters. Admittedly, we did wait for Powerline Max, how could we not! And that was our longest wait, probably around 35-40mins. We didn’t prioritize rides (I think we rode ToT twice) but I heard rides were basically walk-on, or near to, for most of the night, which sounds amazing if that’s how you want to spend the night. You really just have to enjoy the atmospheres they created. The Latin music quarter was so good and I saw so many just walking right past without stopping and enjoying the live music and talent. The Tip Top Club was amazing (didn’t love where they placed it, but the singer and band were incredible).

Definitely some things needed to be worked on and I’m hopefully they heard all the criticism and fix what they have to, but I think it was so different from any other after hours party/event it was so worth it for us and we definitely want to do it again!
Thanks, this is super helpful! We too would not be doing much with character meet and greets and are more interested in the music and shows, food and drink offerings, and low wait times for the rides. I can’t wait until the details are released for all the Christmas magic!
 

I'm not sure what is going on with Southwest for our Dec trip dates, Dec 3-7. They don't have any cheap flights for our trip to MCO right now. At least I bought the flight home a few months ago, since it is really expensive right now.
 
Jet Blue just announced they will be flying from my little airport. The flights were suppose to start selling today but I checked yesterday and got a $49 blue basic fare. Woo hoo!!!
I still need to buy the return flight, however. Maybe that is where they make their money back😂
 
Jet Blue just announced they will be flying from my little airport. The flights were suppose to start selling today but I checked yesterday and got a $49 blue basic fare. Woo hoo!!!
I still need to buy the return flight, however. Maybe that is where they make their money back😂
Yay for cheap flights! I found one on Sun Country, a little tiny Midwestern airline. Now I just hope they don't cancel or change them too much.
 
My adult daughter, her partner, and myself will be staying at AKV-Jambo from 11/29 - 12/8/24. This is my birthday trip (bday is 11/30)....can't wait! I did a solo trip for this same week last year and had a great time. Looking forward to experiencing the same week with family this time!
 
My adult daughter, her partner, and myself will be staying at AKV-Jambo from 11/29 - 12/8/24. This is my birthday trip (bday is 11/30)....can't wait! I did a solo trip for this same week last year and had a great time. Looking forward to experiencing the same week with family this time!

Welcome! Added you to the list.

We will be at AKL also during some of your dates!
 
Is anyone else planning holiday themed outfits to wear to the parks? Would love to see your ideas. I’ve officially got my park outfits planned/ordered and excited to enjoy my first actual Christmas season. (We went in 2012 the first week of January so caught some decorations a few days but missed all the park fun).
 












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