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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]And this is why I haven't pulled the trigger on a Disney trip yet. We are not Disney super fans, kids know a few movies...and it just seems like such an ordeal that requires so much insider expertise rather than a pleasant few days. Good luck OP...I'm interested to hear what you figure out! We will also drive if we ever go.[/quote]

People make Disney a lot harder than it needs to be. You can absolutely make it a pleasant few days - I know because I have done it without all of the super advanced planning and drama.

What I did in advance was - see which parks would have the Extra Magic hours and book a character breakfast.  That's it. [/quote]

I agree.   If you have your heart set on a certain Disney experience (specific restaurants, etc.) or have grand expectations, then you need to plan ahead.  If you go in with no set expectations and are willing to just "roll with it" you will enjoy.[/quote]

Also agree--and I'm a big Disney fan.  [b]I've been planning our family's upcoming trip for two years[/b], because I find that kind of stuff enjoyable and fun, not because I'm worried the trip isn't worth doing otherwise.  Even I am completely overwhelmed by a lot of the "Disney people" who insist you HAVE to do it this way, and you absolutely must do XYZ or your trip will be completely ruined.  You probably can't just roll up the day of with absolutely no plan and no ideas, but I would say a fun trip is definitely doable without a whole lot of prep, especially if you're easy-going and flexible about what you do get to see/do.

That said, I have no recommendations for stopping points.  Just checking Kayak for flights with some flexible dates around spring break, it looks like there are a few options for around $200 and just under (and many for much more), but with 3 kids, I could see how even a low cost flight would blow the budget.[/quote]

:shock: [/quote]

As I said, I am excited about Disney World, AND I enjoy planning these types of things.  It's fun.  For me, it's a relief for day-to-day stress, not something that adds to it.  Some people unwind with wine and TV, I plan our now-not-so-faraway family vacation.  Don't make me bust out my spreadsheets...[/quote]

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