We've been going to Olivia's since we became DVC members way back in 1991. For us it has been hit or miss over the years. Yes it is a relaxing meal and we've never needed a ressie. This is just my opinion, but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat there. That is if you have to take a bus, boat, plane, etc (just kidding, but you know what I mean!) it could take up a lot of vacation time. We always rent a car so we scoot over to a lot of the resorts for our favorites restaurants. The place holds a ton of memories for my family. I remember when my son was 3 we had breakfast with Winnie the Pooh (no they don't do it anymore) and had the place all to ourselves. My kids were in heaven. Pooh and Tigger spent the whole time with us!! I guess I just answered the question of why they stopped the character breakfast. My kids got too old. LOL!! Just kidding, it really was a great place to see the characters.
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