Week before THanksgiving at WDW??

[bookcrazy]

We had some recent conflicts with our WDW fairytale vacation, which was supposed to be Sept 2-9. Anyway, we had to change our Fairytale package. I am so happy that we were able to find other dates that worked for us

Now, we're going Nov. 16-23 We've never been at this time of year. Can anyone tell us what to expect with both crowds and weather? We haven't been to WDW for 4 years. Previously, we've been there twice, both times the first 2 weeks of December.

Thank you!!
Lisa

 

[ragu]

We went last year the week before and loved it so much we are going the week before this year. The crowds were low last year. Average wiat time for rides is maybe 15mins (some rides always have longer lines like Pooh and Peter pan.) The weather was a mix, it only rained one day but it was cool. I think it did get up to 75 one day.

I have been to WDW in summer with the heat, rain and lines. I am now spoiled and if I can help it will not go except during slower seasons!!


Have fun planing and have a great trip!

 

[kashkdz]

Originally posted by bookcrazy
We had some recent conflicts with our WDW fairytale vacation, which was supposed to be Sept 2-9. Anyway, we had to change our Fairytale package. I am so happy that we were able to find other dates that worked for us

Now, we're going Nov. 16-23 We've never been at this time of year. Can anyone tell us what to expect with both crowds and weather? We haven't been to WDW for 4 years. Previously, we've been there twice, both times the first 2 weeks of December.

Thank you!!
Lisa

We went last year from November 16-23 (Sat-Sat), and we had an awesome time. The first day though it did rain all day (yes, from morning til early evening). We did spend this day though at MK, fortunately the fireworks did go off. The rest of the week was very nice, and the kids went in the pool all week at ASM, and we even did Blizzard Beach on Friday. The parks were VERY light on crowds throughout the week at MK, MGM, EPCOT, Universal, and we had a blast. Lines were 10-15 at the most, and went fast. I must say though, we did return to MK another time during the week (to enjoy the park again--this time it was dry), because even though we had it planned again on our last day (11/23--Sat), it was SO crowded it was almost unbearable (maybe the last day folks like us returning for a last look at the castle, along with those arriving for the Thanksgiving week vacation).

Also, each day after we woke up we were suprised to see the beautiful Christmas decorations that the CM had put up, throughout the hotel(s) and parks. Because of scheduling conflicts, this year we decided to go a little earlier.

You will have a great time. Enjoy !!!