Yup! You may have to call the hotel to get a different confirmation number though.
Mrsdaly - thank you much! I have bus-a-phobia I guess. Always avoided them at WDW, perhaps irrationally. It may be the waiting - don't know. Maybe you're right. We're in the same situation - grandkids are 2 and 4 and my son/DIL are either taking two strollers or using their double (not sure).
We are kind of set on the monorail idea only because it in effect is another attraction for them. So I do think we will go that route the last day (this would be leaving the Dolphin about 3:30-4:00 PM, trying to make it back to Epcot by 8:00PM for Illuminations at 9:00 - we won't at all be picky about where we see it from - in fact the closer to the international gateway the better, even though we'll miss a lot of what happens on the water. We had a spectacular viewpoint one Christmas that to this day - even as I type this - sends a warm feeling throughout. I can't ever imagine topping that - but seeing my grand-girls reaction to the countries lighting up and the lasers etc may well match that.)
We've always driven to MK from the S/D, or Y&BC (we've had 5 WDW trips where we stayed at one of these). We used to drive to GF and take the monrail - before they got strict about parking for non-resort guests there. You are right - the parking lot at MK is a much longer trip (talking two cars, park, get everyone together, tram to the ferry or monorail etc.)
But for the other two trips to MK that we will do in the morning, I think I may try the bus route once.
(The Dolphin is the last resort stop? OK - so it's an express to MK, but potentially full too, right? And then going back, is it the LAST resort stop. I know I could look it up - and I will, Just thinking out loud.)
I've never seen a chart, you can find the rack rates on spg.com but with all the various discounts, options and changing seasons it would be out dated as soon as it came out.
I LOVE staying at the Swan and entering Epcot through the International Gateway! I have cut back on my WDW trips, so I'm really looking forward to staying there 2 nights each before and after a cruise in late November/early December. Any chance you'll be at WDW in early December, Dan?Take a deep breath and relax. Grab a cup of coffee and sweet roll just before Canada and head on over to FW. If you head right there, you will probably meet the front entrance folks just as you get to a ride. They have no real advantage. I would do IG any day rather than the front.
Hey Nancy, have not seen you in ages. Great to see you.I LOVE staying at the Swan and entering Epcot through the International Gateway! I have cut back on my WDW trips, so I'm really looking forward to staying there 2 nights each before and after a cruise in late November/early December. Any chance you'll be at WDW in early December, Dan?
Where is this, Janice?We got lunch from the Taqueria.
I like the creamed spinach also. I know some can't stand it, but I do like it.The sides they serve with the chicken are delicious—roasted cauliflower, collard greens and baked mac & cheese.
Where is this, Janice?
I like the creamed spinach also. I know some can't stand it, but I do like it.
I believe she's referring to the "Taqueria" portion of Picabu, Dan. That salsa bar (at the back of the seating area) is great addition. We love the burritos there and load them up with fillings as well. One will serve the two of us. We grabbed two burritos while down there a week ago and shared it between three of us--stuffed!
We ran into this too, loved they were open but I really watch my carb intake and avoid them late at night. What I really wanted was an Omelette!We also discovered that you can get pizza from Picabu 24 hours.
Where is this, Janice?
I like the creamed spinach also. I know some can't stand it, but I do like it.
Sounds great. I wonder if that is new, or if I just have not noticed it before.Like @Tess said, the Taqueria is in the middle of the food line at Picabu.
You can get tacos, a burrito or a bowl. They have chicken, steak, pork or fish and all kinds of toppings, cheese, guacamole, pickled onions (we liked those), etc. The black beans are made fresh every morning, and while they’ll add pico de gallo or salsa verde, I recommend hitting the salsa corner for your sauces.
Sounds great. I wonder if that is new, or if I just have not noticed it before.
I'll have to keep my eyes open more, Tess. LOL.It has been there for years.
Welcome home.We got back last night from 8 days at the Swan. It was our first time at the S&D. We had a wonderful time. We loved the location.
It does sound good, Janice, thanks for sharing.Beyond that, it was a nice option for a light dinner.