1. Much better weather in August when we go. Hate the humidity.
2. Much less expensive for the 6 of us.
3. Shorter travel time.
4. It is the original, not a knock off.
5. Family has no desire to go to WDW. I would like to, they do not and we do vacations as a family group.
6. Parks are close together, makes getting anywhere easier.
7. Surrounding area has a lot to offer other than Disney.
Can keep going, these are just some.
Jack
That is a GREAT deal! Where are you staying? Did you go through Dreams for that?I've been to DLR dozens upon dozens of times over several decades. It's a 6 hour drive for me. I can priceline a 3 1/2 star offsite hotel such as the Hilton for $60 or less and then take the Anaheim Transit shuttle with very little wait to DLR or a quick 5 minute drive to Mickey's garage.
DL has far more theming and attention to detail than MK. It also has 30% more attractions than MK. DLR packs a ton into two parks.
The ability to park hop or go to DTD without catching a bus and using up a good part of the day.
That said we're off to WDW this September during the free dining. For $2100 we get 8 nights, 9 day park hopper tickets, lunches and dinners included, onsite hotel and transportation from airport for 4 adults. Tough to beat!! I love both resorts.
That is a GREAT deal! Where are you staying? Did you go through Dreams for that?
Well, this is all very interesting. I have never been to WDW but have been wanting to go when DD7 is a little older. With all that has been said though, I am not sure I should drop the cash to go now. We have had AP's the last 3 years and go to DLR and DCA pretty regularly. We are a 2 hour drive away, so it is easy to make a day trip out of it. We do occasionally spend some money on a hotel for a night or two. I wonder if I would rather spend the money on a Disney cruise instead maybe, keep hitting DLR, or is it worth it to at least do WDW once?