What would you do?

[aljack33]

I need some help. I keep going back and forth so, if given the choice, which one of these options would you do.

1. Stay at Pop for first three nights of trip on dining, then move over to the Poly for 7 nights on the deluxe dining plan (with this option, we get one extra day in parks because of the two packages) OR

2. Stay at the Poly for whole trip on just the regular dining plan.

Option 2 is about $100 more. We are going the Wednesday after Easter so the parks will be packed.

Any opinions or thoughts will be helpful.

 

[kujoman]

It would be an easy choice for me, Option 2. I think packing up and moving is a waste of precious Disney time when we are there, even when there as long as you are. Also, we stayed at the Poly last year and I would gladly cut back a bit on my dining to stay there the whole trip.

 

[AllyGirl_79]

I'm not opposed to split stays, especially for longer trips. However, as the first couple days of your trip are likely to be the most crowded, the relaxed theming, bigger room, and ease of transportation at the Poly would appeal to me because I'd be taking lots of breaks. So, I'd go with the Poly for the whole thing.

I personally would prefer the regular dining plan and the occassional out of pocket meal to the deluxe plan either way. If you like lots of appetizers and more expensive restaurants, the deluxe dining plan may appeal to you. I'd feel like I had to spend a lot of time eating to get my money's worth, but it would really depend on what you were looking to do and what your favorite places are.

At the end of the day, I'd rather have the better accomodations for an escape from the crowds.

 

[aljack33]

Thank you for your opinions. We did the dining plan last april and stayed at the poly for the whole 10 days. the transportation was amazing and easy. That is why I love to stay there. Our eating habits? Well, last time, we had extra counter services left. I think just a few and I had to rush on our last day to fit in a sit down for lunch so as to not waste the TS. But I paid earlier in the trip OOP for something I shouldn't have.

We never stayed Value before or Moderate for that matter. So, i gues the question is would we rather eat more and "suffer" through Pop for three days? But I have heard good things about Pop so would it really be "suffering"?

Your opinions are helping! Thank you!

 

[daisyduck123]

Option #2


We're done with values...and also done with split stays (did one once...Dolphin & BCV).

 

[lizanne]

For me, I pick the Poly.

 

[darlak]

I would probably go with Option 2, just because I hate doing split stays. I've stayed at Pop more than once and will be back there next Sept. We love it for the great value. I've stayed at the Poly a few times as well. We love it for all the obvious reasons. I just hate packing up and moving in the middle of my trip.

 

[DeterminedOne]

Stay at Poly the whole time.

 

[2manypets]

I agree with everyone else. Stay at the Poly. The deluxe dining plan is way to much food IMHO, even for my foodie family. My DH wouldn't want to switch resorts either. I unpack like we're going to stay for a lifetime, so it would be a major pain to do that twice.

 

[Cinderella]

I would definitely stay in the Poly for the entire stay. Don't get me wrong, I love the restaurants in Disney and like to eat at a few of the signature ones but I can't imagine using all those credits for dining each day.

You really would need to eat at a signature restaurant for dinner everyday and probably do a character breakfast each morning to get your moneys worth, or a table service lunch. That would be ok for a couple of days but not for the entire time you're staying.

Switching resorts isn't too much of a pain, if you don't mind the packing but having your entire stay at the Poly would be even better.

 

[wdwfan1]

Another vote for the Poly.

 

[aljack33]

Wow! I can't believe everyone feels the same. That makes the decision much easier! Thank you all for you opinions

 

[kmbound]

I go poly too. We have stayed at pop and like it just fine. It is a food and convenience issue for me. Deluxe plan is too much food and an unnecessary overkill - IMHO. Plus - no moving mid vacation.

 

[alldiz]

Another vote for the poly the whole trip....

The deluxe dining is a LOT of food....Not worth it IMO....
Kerri

 

[Lollipop's Mom]

Option 2 - I dont think anyone can eat that much food and tableservice! And you would have to do a lot of table service (like 2 times a day) to make the deluxe dining worth the $$.

 

[Luv2Roam]

The DxDDP would be fun. But I would select option 2 also.

 

[aljack33]

I do I have a lot of late breakfast buffets and then a TS at night. 3 signatures for the stay. But if I chose option 2, I would cancel two and just keep 1. Also, my dd13 isn't much of a eater - she just goes for the desserts. That is why I have a lot of character meals. I think I have them all actually!

I think the majority (if not all) choose Option 2. I think I will call tonight. Thank you!

 

[luvmy2sams]

Just got back from POP....I'd vote Option #2 without hesitation.

 

[aljack33]

Is that because you did not like Pop? I actually could go to a mod for $300 more in Option 1 and about $150 more than Option 2.

SO, I guess I have three Options:

1. Pop 3 nights dining - Poly 7 nights Deluxe Dining
2. Poly 10 nights regular dining
3. Mod 3 nights dining - Poly 7 n ights Deluxe Dining ($300 more than option 1 and $150 more than Option 2)

I think everyone has made their suggestions tho for Option 2. That doesn't bode well for the ddp for 2008, I guess! Or you all just love those Deluxe resorts that much

 

[drew64]

Go for option 2. It is just split stays ar esuch a waste of time and energy. Unpack once, relax, and enjoy