Just got back yesterday from our week at Pop. We had a great time. As for room choices we were on the fourth floor of the 60's section facing the courtyard and 50's backside. It was a terrific location. Although, from what I could tell, the resort was packed. We heard nothing! We simply walked down to the end of the hallway at the end of the night and watched the fireworks for Epcot and Magic Kingdom. It was terrific.
The food at Pop was great. My kids can't get enough of the Mickey waffles, and my hubby was pretty impressed with the breakfast choices. We spent most of our lunches and dinners in the parks. Thanks to the kids eat and play free pin code we had, we really took advantage of character dining. I highly recommend the breakfast with Mary Poppins and Alice at 1900 Park Faire. We were also able to eat at Chef Mickey on Easter morning, Cinderella's Royal Table (the prime rib and dessert were to die for!) and Princess dinner at Akershus. These are all things we would never have been able to do if we were paying out of pocket, so for those of you going during
free dining - take advantage!
We were also celebrating Hubby's birthday and he wore his pin. He was all smiles as everyone was telling him happy b-day constantly. The free cupcake at the end of his meal wasn't bad either!
This was our first time flying and using Magical Express and we were pretty impressed. Our wait at the airport was only about 20 minutes, and we had our luggage in our room in about two hours. We were also the first dropped off at Pop once on property. On the way out, Pop was the last stop, so we were only on the bus a short time from the resort to the airport.
Even as crowded as it was, transportation around the parks wasn't too bad. We had never used the buses on site either before this trip so didn't know what to expect. I think the longest wait was about 20 minutes - and that was to get from Downtown Disney back to the hotel at the end of the rainy afternoon we were there. Most of the time our wait was no longer than 5, 10 minutes max.
This was our fifth trip to Pop and we FINALLY got towel animals. We thanked housekeeping up and down as the kids were so excited!
My only complaint that Pop's (and the rest of WDW) beverage choices are limited when it comes to de-caffeinated beverages. One can only drink so much sprite. So, while my hubby refilled his mug constantly (it was totally worth the money for him), I found myself drinking much more water (which isn't the worst thing in the world).
**By the way, I highly recommend ordering a case of water from costco.com before you go. It was only like $7.80 for 24 bottles. I ordered it five days before our arrival and it was waiting for us when we checked in. Beats $3 a bottle in the parks. Even without a costco membership, they only tack on like .35 cents for a non member ordering.
That's about it. We had a great time, and are already planning our next trip back. It's supposed to be in two years, but I'm trying hard to talk hubby into an August trip to enjoy the free dining offer! We're already missing POP!
The entire area is now seating for the food court. I was so sorry to see that happen as it was a nice place to gather...and different from the Petals Bar where smoking was allowed - although I thought I read that has changed now and it is a smoke free area. Anyone know for sure?
back and thank you for taking the time to tell us about your stay! 
