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Why can't I add doing character meets at my Epcot touring plans? They have the option for mickey & Elsa/anna, but not for the other princesses...and helpful hints to make a plan?

38 min ago by stacy15may@gmail.com

I believe the only M&G you will find that you can add are the ones that have LL. All the other you need to create a break and then create the stop yourself. Many M&G can change and times are more random.

32 min ago by youcanfly

I agree. Another stare by is to pick a QS in the area around the time you want to do the meet and add the note that it is a holder for the meet. Character meet times are listed daily in MDE.

26 min ago by PrincipalTinker

Gotcha! Thanks. ChatGPT is a MUCH better at creating touring plans tool this app actually is

19 min ago by stacy15may@gmail.com

@youcan - no characters have LL anymore but the ones in TP are those that have a set queue and meet all day. Those that just meet at certain times aren't listed.

3 min ago by Flutegarden

Day 7 of crazy solo trip, and crazy indeed! After the party last night I am up and at Garden Grill for my breakfast CP package. I should have booked a later time - SO TIRED!!

9:05am by njhyndman

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Watched La Bafana in Italy who was fantastic. Now in America waiting for the Voices of Liberty.

1:16pm by njhyndman

At 1:15 there is already a line forming for the Candlelight Processional!

1:17pm by njhyndman

What??? Wow ok maybe I need to get the dang dining package. Who is the narrator

33 min ago by Gusgus5

Need help. Have a split stay (AKL and BLT) I need to transfer 2 scooters my self is Minnie van the best option? Can I drop them off night before at BLT, will they store the for night?

7:17pm on 12/14/25 by rcarusog87@gmail.com

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Ask bell hops to move for you.

12:56pm by JackOfAll

Will BS move two scooters @jack? That's great news if so.

2:29pm by evamarie320

Accessible Minnie van is big!!

35 min ago by Gusgus5

If I do a mobile order from Pop but am not staying there,will I be able to get in the gate to pick it up?

10:52am on 7/19/23 by RRCfanatic

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I don't think they're strict about parking there...anybody know?

11:33am on 7/19/23 by BlastThatPeterPan

I'm not sure - I think the Skyliner resorts can be strict so it might not be guaranteed.

11:43am on 7/19/23 by TumbleMonkeys

You need to be on a resort reservation.

12:33pm on 7/19/23 by Elaine5715

I think Pop may be an issue. Skyliner

12:52pm on 7/19/23 by Sam2071

Do they allow rideshare drop offs or parking if you are visiting someone? Related question - my local friends will be picking me and DS up from AoA to go to Sea World, Will they have an issue getting in?

1:39pm on 7/19/23 by BlastThatPeterPan

If you are staying there then there is no problem having a guest come in.

1:48pm on 7/19/23 by vickiwaffles

Gotcha thanks!

1:49pm on 7/19/23 by BlastThatPeterPan

I told the gate attended we wanted to shop in the gift shop (which we did). He let us in.

1:50pm on 7/19/23 by jenc45

Then it's a "maybe"!

1:56pm on 7/19/23 by BlastThatPeterPan

Ride share drivers have their dash stickers/lights and show their driver's licenses. When my sister came to pick me up, she needed to give my name.

3:36pm on 7/19/23 by Elaine5715

My Disney friend was told she could not even drop off her elderly father to eat in the food court without staying there. Finally she dropped him off but then had to park at HS and take the Skyliner to meet him. So ridiculous!

4:25pm on 7/19/23 by snowdiz

That seems unnecessary.

4:26pm on 7/19/23 by BlastThatPeterPan

So I guess it depends on who is at the gate.

5:00pm on 7/19/23 by RRCfanatic

The restriction, I mean.

5:15pm on 7/19/23 by BlastThatPeterPan

Even when arriving to pop via Uber, the security gate wanted asked for my name to verify that I had a reservation. The car was easily identified as Uber, but they still checked.

5:23pm on 7/19/23 by goofinaround

Well if you park there for free why would you pay for parking at the park. Then they would have place for actual hotel guests. People eat and don't leave til late that night.

8:19pm on 7/19/23 by WorldTraveler34

You have to be staying at the resorts to drive in.

8:23pm on 7/19/23 by daemptynester

You have to have a reservation at the hotel or in a dining venue for resort parking. people get free parking and skyliner access to the parks. Also I've had a hard time finding parking close to my building. You could take the skyliner from a park to eat

12:25am by daemptynester

At Pop or any resorts on its route.

12:26am by daemptynester

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This post is from 2023.

10:44am by utang44

Dang, that's a long mobile order wait time.

12:50pm by JJT (staff)

I hope the food was still hot!

36 min ago by polypack

New DVC Rental Thread starting Nov 23rd. Housekeeping: Find my Dedicated *~ SPARKLY NEW ~* DVC Rental search engine here: http://dvcseer.com/dvc-search

8:44pm on 11/22/25 by JJT (staff)

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I also post same info in forum thread, but with charts, further analysis, and goofy gifs. https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/9999

8:44pm on 11/22/25 by JJT (staff)

Saving!

8:50pm on 11/22/25 by RememberWhen

1-night Poly Studio (Duo) 11/29 for $312/night or 36% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Polynesian%20Villas&dvc_id=DVC1324

10:22am on 11/23/25 by JJT (staff)

Love the new website and the "seer" ;) Thanks for sharing!

12:08pm on 11/23/25 by youcanfly

PRICE DROP: 4-night VB Studio 12/09 orig $285/night now $171/n or 35% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046091

12:58pm on 11/24/25 by JJT (staff)

Oddly enough, there have only been 5 VB listings in December since 2023 - normally I would say don't necessarily trust the median when you don't have a lot of data points, but I'm thinking $171 is pretty good any day.

12:59pm on 11/24/25 by JJT (staff)

2-night GF Studio 01/03 for $426/night or 10% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046984

12:59pm on 11/24/25 by JJT (staff)

Saving for new web link :) Thanks for all your hard work!

2:35pm on 11/24/25 by skemp

@skemp :) NEW: 4-night OKW Studio 01/11 for $200/night or 21% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046991

5:20pm on 11/24/25 by JJT (staff)

JJT so can't thank you enough for a trip of a lifetime with DD13 at Poly Studio in May. Still think of our special time together even though it was a rainy trip. We didn't use the Deluxe Eveming hours at Epcot but walking around as an actual guest with

11:17pm on 11/24/25 by Shades_of_disney

Amenities. Corr memories made and thankful for this continued hard work and posts. Joking one day to take a similar trip with each of my b triplets when they are finished with 6th grade.

11:18pm on 11/24/25 by Shades_of_disney

*core. Typical miss spelling without review is my post.

11:19pm on 11/24/25 by Shades_of_disney

@Shades That's wonderful! Makes me happy when my crazy project helps people have nice stays. :)

6:37am on 11/25/25 by JJT (staff)

Two identical Dec listings this afternoon are SUPER CRAZY VERY NICE for December. 5-night Poly Studio 12/18 for $323/night or 45% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000AxL5tIAF

12:21pm on 11/25/25 by JJT (staff)

5-night Poly Studio 12/18 for $323/night or 45% under https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000AxLc9IAF

12:22pm on 11/25/25 by JJT (staff)

This is a rareish room on rentals and super great price! 1-night BR 1 Bedroom 01/15 for $360/night or 47% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000Ay0H7IAJ

11:20pm on 11/25/25 by JJT (staff)

Another Price Drop on this one! 4-night VB Studio 12/09 orig $285/night now $143/n or 46% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046091

5:10pm on 11/26/25 by JJT (staff)

This is way out in October 2026, but is at a price point for that month where you might see only a small handful each year:

11:49am on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night AK Jambo Studio 10/04 for $260/night or 28% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Animal%20Kingdom%20Villas%20-%20Jambo%20House&dvc_id=DVC1355

11:49am on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

I should probably point out that the same room at the same price in Sept is "only" 7% under median. Same effect on your wallet, but different price evaluation using the new monthly median my system is crunching.

12:12pm on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

For those who enjoy a greatest hits DVC listing table, I've updated the TP subscriber-only page of handpicked ones: https://touringplans.com/disney-vacation-club-rental-deals

1:34pm on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

Ooh. I do love a good greatest hits table! Thanks!

2:14pm on 11/28/25 by evamarie320

NEW: SUPER VERY NICE - HOLIDAY EDITION 3-night SSR Studio 12/27 for $223/night or 37% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B1Aa5IAF

4:46pm on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

Is a TERRIFIC price for end of December; comparing this price to all dates it is even at the lower end vs most times of the year!

5:40pm on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

Sfl

9:18pm on 11/28/25 by matterhorn55

This first new one is actually a smoking BC price for December. 3-night BC Studio 12/05 for $383/night or 26% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047055

12:29pm on 11/29/25 by JJT (staff)

Welp, this one is too! 1-night BLT Studio 01/04 for $297/night or 27% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/bay-lake-tower-472584

12:31pm on 11/29/25 by JJT (staff)

Dreaming of booking one of these some day! Thank you!

4:34pm on 11/30/25 by Tink2142

Another Price Drop: Desperation kicking in on this VB studio listing. 4-night VB Studio 12/09 orig $285/night now $114/n or 57% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046091

8:59am on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

NEW: 3-night OKW Studio 01/05 for $215/night or 15% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/old-key-west-472954

8:59am on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

There are a couple of other new 1-night Poly studios in Jan as well. 1-night Poly Studio 01/07 for $374/night or 20% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/polynesian-472971

8:59am on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

1-night BLT Studio 12/23 for $399/night or 23% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/bay-lake-tower-472952

9:00am on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

If you're thinking about a nice long stay in February - might want to check out my analysis of this 7-night SSR Studio going for $272/night. :) https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4778

4:25pm on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

This morning were a few more JAN 1-night Poly Studios for $374, this afternoon there are a couple of 1-night BW Studios for $299!

2:28pm on 12/2/25 by JJT (staff)

Don't see that many GF 1 BRs coming in near this price in December. 4-night GF 1 Bedroom 12/15 for $874/night or 29% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B5IHJIA3

4:09pm on 12/2/25 by JJT (staff)

OK, Another Price Drop: This is getting real now, yo. 4-night VB Studio 12/09 orig $285/night now $100/n or 62% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046091

12:05pm on 12/3/25 by JJT (staff)

BTW: That is now the lowest price recorded for a VB Studio.

12:15pm on 12/3/25 by JJT (staff)

If you want to be there on Christmas, this is a hot deal for this room in December! 2-night BW 1 Bedroom 12/24 for $600/night or 32% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B7E1WIAV

12:16pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

Notably on that last listing: it is "only" about 19% under median when comparing to all past listings for BW 1BRs - but when just comparing to December listings it is that 32% under.

12:26pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

I don't think I highlighted this DL Duo Studio when it appeared the other day. Is a very nice price for this room any time - but especially for a 4-night stay!

12:27pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night DLH Studio (Duo) 05/11 for $312/night or 22% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Disneyland%20Hotel&dvc_id=DVC1368

12:27pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

This is a very nice price for April - ESPECIALLY for a 6-nighter. 6-night OKW Studio 04/27 for $308/night or 20% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B7oszIAB

4:19pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

See full analysis charts on that one in forum: https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4798

4:20pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

Not a "cheap" room, but a very good price for this BLT 2BR in January! When looking at only 4-nights or longer this is the lowest price recorded for that room and not likely to see another appear for this time frame based on past history...

10:32am on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night BLT 2 Bedroom 01/13 for $791/night or 24% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Bay%20Lake%20Tower&dvc_id=DVC1397

10:32am on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

While this one is "only" 14% under median - is actually also very nice for April. 5-night SSR Studio 04/12 for $300/night or 14% under https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047142

10:44am on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

PRICE DROP: A very rare price point for 5-nights or longer in December! 5-night SSR Studio 12/12 orig $304/night now $248/n or 30% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B4qZZIAZ

12:12pm on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night BW Studio 01/22 for $310/night or 21% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B8ljXIAR

4:09pm on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

Both of these are FAR below any other Dec listing this year for the same room type & most from other years - plus as a 6-night and PREFERRED over Christmas: this is about as good as it gets for these rooms:

1:31pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

6-night Riviera 1 Bedroom 12/23 for $718/night or 33% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/riviera-resort-474273

1:34pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

6-night Riviera 2 Bedroom 12/23 for $963/night or 37% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/riviera-resort-474271

1:34pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

Another price drop for this SSR 2BR! There has only been one other listing for this room slightly lower (2023) and is now the lowest 5-night or longer recorded.

5:46pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

6-night SSR 2 Bedroom 12/16 orig $872/night now $545/n or 42% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/saratoga-springs-464556

5:46pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

Both of these are pretty rare prices for February. 2-night OKW Studio 02/22 for $240/night or 27% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BB4Q9IAL

3:17pm on 12/8/25 by JJT (staff)

In fact, this DLH studio is not only a rare price for the room type - almost unheard of for 5-nights! 5-night DLH Studio 02/22 for $391/night or 22% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047177

3:17pm on 12/8/25 by JJT (staff)

This is a completely bonkers price for this room over Christmas. That is all. 6-night BW Studio 12/21 for $200/night or 60% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BC8hpIAD

12:17pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

That BW price is bonkers! Oh, how I wish we could forget about real life and go.

12:43pm on 12/9/25 by utang44

That listing lasted about 11 minutes. :D

12:56pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

Really, waiting until 5 nights out from check in for this price drop is ??? but, for a Savannah 1BR AND a long stay, this price is terrific. There has only been 1 other 1BR Dec listing priced lower. But, was a Value, appeared in Oct and gone next day.

2:16pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

7-night AK Kidani 1 Bedroom 12/14 orig $739/night now $571/n or 29% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/animal-kingdom-villas-kidani-village-473265

2:16pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

Really do not see many of this VB room type in April, but this one is coming in hot early in the calendar! 4-night VB Hotel/Inn 04/18 for $325/night or 36% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047194

4:11pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

1-night Riviera Studio 12/27 for $384/night or 31% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BDVajIAH

2:15pm on 12/10/25 by JJT (staff)

3-night OKW Studio 01/12 for $200/night or 21% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047215

8:26pm on 12/10/25 by JJT (staff)

While this is "only" 9% under median for this room in May - in reality the price is very nice if you are looking for anything more than 2-nights. 8-night BW Studio 05/01 for $354/night or 9% under https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047218

10:19am on 12/11/25 by JJT (staff)

See a bit more analysis on that one in forum thread: https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4821

10:20am on 12/11/25 by JJT (staff)

SUPER VERY NICE ALERT! 3-night OKW Studio 02/02 for $187/night or 43% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/old-key-west-475813

4:10pm on 12/11/25 by JJT (staff)

On the road today so can't link, but there's a terrific 3-n CC 1BR in Jan for $390 or 45% under median!

4:57pm on 12/12/25 by JJT (staff)

Also a great BW listing in August.

4:57pm on 12/12/25 by JJT (staff)

I've updated the TP subscriber DVC Rental Deals page with the current handpicked list! https://touringplans.com/disney-vacation-club-rental-deals

4:01pm on 12/13/25 by JJT (staff)

Both of those listings I mentioned yesterday are surprisingly still out there, BTW.

4:17pm on 12/13/25 by JJT (staff)

These new ones from David's almost seem like mistake listings this far out! 5-night AK Jambo Studio 10/03 for $244/night or 32% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047249

6:57pm on 12/13/25 by JJT (staff)

5-night AK Jambo Studio 10/19 for $244/night or 32% under https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047252

6:57pm on 12/13/25 by JJT (staff)

Bumping so I can find this when I need it!!!!

10:29am by tanyaandallie

NEW: I do NOT usually post OVER median listings, but this one is a weird anomaly: Funny to see a $160 room that is actually 33% OVER median for the month of January! There have only been 3 or 4 HH listings in January that were more than 1-night, so...

3:01pm by JJT (staff)

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...6-nights at $160/n is probably a deal any day if you don't mind the weather! 6-night HH Studio 01/15 for $160/night or 33% OVER MEDIAN https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047264

3:02pm by JJT (staff)

Some large price drops: 6-night SSR 2 Bedroom 02/07 orig $1,022/night now $511/n or 31% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BDW3lIAH

3:06pm by JJT (staff)

4-night SSR 2 Bedroom 03/09 orig $1,078/night now $686/n or 20% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BEP9tIAH

3:06pm by JJT (staff)

Any idea what happens if you show up to a dining reservation with one extra person?

11:08am by schwhite16@aol.com

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@eva that option stopped working earlier this year.

1:10pm by cdlla

Oh! Thanks @cdlla.

2:28pm by evamarie320

It depends how many people are in the original party. If there is 2 and you add one, then they need a 4 too. If it's 4 and you add one more they would need two tables or a big round table. I'd call or stop by if you are near enough and ask.

2:40pm by matterhorn55

48 days. Good morning and have a great day Liner friends!

6:23am by TacMed

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192. It's going faster.

12:05pm by hookiegood

150 and 173. Good afternoon :)

12:29pm by cdlla

Good afternoon! 25 days here! Thinking warm thoughts from Southeast PA.

2:13pm by MrsNesbitt05

Hey everyone!! Need help.. 5 park days or 6? Right now we are going from the 13th-19th. I have the opportunity to switch to the 20th, only costing another 200ish per room. What do you think? We want to be able to relax, so I'm worried 5 will be to rushed.

1:08am by sjharling7@gmail.com

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Thanks everyone! We have been once, that was over 10+ years ago. I think I will add the ex day! We already have 6D PH in case we wanted to stroll a park late on the 13th. So honestly it makes sense just to extend. I just wanted confirmation before lol :)

1:45pm by sjharling7@gmail.com

Yes with tickets already secured I would add a day :)

1:50pm by burfe1501

No one here will ever say no in this situation! Esp with the ticket already bought. Enjoy!

2:01pm by hodg

Is enchanted tales with Belle open during Christmas party?

8:56am on 12/14/25 by burfe1501

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Oh well no Epcot this trip ... we will miss out . This budget trip is only the 2 party's. It's something to look forward to in the future

12:04pm by burfe1501

You can meet her in Maurice's cottage in the Christmas dress during the party - it's just a meet, not the whole ETWB experience. During regular hours ETWB is running (until around 5 PM on a party day) but she's in the gold gown.

1:19pm by TumbleMonkeys

Thanks @Tumble :) yea

1:51pm by burfe1501

Non wdw but definitely Dis. Does anyone have recommendations for a room request at the Disneyland hotel for a preferred studio room. I can do a request but I don't have any idea what to request. Anyone have experience?

10:50am by twinmom2002

In the villas at DL Hotel? Let me go look for the color coded map I found on disboards

1:17pm by KLuck

https://www.disboards.com/threads/the-official-villas-at-disneyland-hotel-discovery-tower-owners-and-fans-info-thread.3923658/post-64908691

1:19pm by KLuck

Don't know if this is true, but I heard from the oh so reliable internet that you want floor 9 or higher facing the Adventure Tower for fireworks views.

1:49pm by njhyndman

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