Okay everyone, I've read all of your replies in this thread, as well as replies from other threads about the moderate resorts. I've made a little comparison sheet based off of what most everyone's opinion seems to be about the moderates. I'd like all of you to see it so that you know what I'm looking at when I make my final decision!
The comparison below is basically a ranking of different categories for each resort. If a resort ranks 1st in a category it gets 3 points, 2nd 2 points, 3rd 1 point and 4th 0 points. If two resorts tie a category, they basically split the points from the ranking, and the resort behind them will take the next available ranking. So, for example, if the CSR and POFQ was to tie for 1st in a category, then they'd each recieve 1.5 points, while the next resort would get 1 point for 3rd. No resort would recieve points for second since those two resorts are tied for 1st. Okay, here goes! Keep in mind that these scores are only my opinions based off of what I've read and researched, and are based on my circumstances of traveling with a family with an infant.
Transportation - This is really a tough one based on what everyone has said about each resort. I would definitely have to say that POR comes in last due to it being the last on last off share partner of POFQ. CBR and CSR would be tied for 1st due to them each not sharing a bus, but because most say that it is the most conveniently located of the moderates, it'll have to get the edge. I will say that POFQ and CSR will be tied for second because although POFQ shares a bus, it is 1st on and 1st off, and you add that to the fact that you can take a Boat to DD, and that's a big plus for my family.
1st - CBR(3)
Tie 2nd - POFQ(1) and CSR(1)
4th - POR(0)
Theming/Beauty - Now I know this is a matter of opinion as with most of these categories, but I still wanted to rate this based on my research, your opinions and my own opinions. Hands down POR and CSR are tied for 1st. Most reviewers rave about the themes of these two in their reviews. I'll rate CBR second. Although some people really like it's theming, too many people call it a cheaper rip-off of the Poly! POFQ is out of luck because people don't mention it's theming as much as the other 3.
1st - CSR(2.5) and POR(1.5)
3rd - CBR(4)
4th - POFQ(1)
Overall Convenience - This is a easy one. Combine POFQ's small size, with it's 1st on 1st off bus scheme and the boat to DD, and you have a 1 punch knock-out. 2nd would be CBR because of location alone, followed by POR. Unfortunately, CSR comes in last on this one due to it's size combined with the fact that it's considered by many, a popular convention Resort!
1st - POFQ(4)
2nd- CBR(6)
3rd - POR(2.5)
4th - CSR(2.5)
Peacefulness/Relaxation - Again, due to POFQ's size, this is a no brainer.
1st - POFQ(7)
2nd- POR(4.5)
3rd - CBR(7)
4th - CSR(2.5)
Amenities - Being that the CSR is borderline deluxe, and most people say that it was originally built with the idea that it would be a deluxe, this is easy. Everything else will remained unranked due to the fact that they're pretty much all the same in this category.
1st - CSR(5.5)
POFQ(7)
POR(4.5)
CBR(7)
The Leader of this Poll - Speaks for itself
1st - CSR(8.5)
2nd- POR(6.5)
3rd - POFQ(8)
4th - CBR(7)
Total
1st - CSR(8.5)
2nd- POFQ(8)
3rd - CBR(7)
4th - POR(6.5)
Sorry, I know most of this was long, but feel free to chime in on what you think if you have time to read it
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