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I am booking a trip for a few days with my DD(24) for the end of May-ish. Hotels are limited but I'm down to POR or Coronado (preferred rooms), AK or the Swan. And I just decide. I'm not seeing extended hours listed. That could tip it. Thoughts?

1:37pm on 4/9/26 by lovethemagic

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POR also huge. FQ is just more manageable for me personally. If using ride share I think all are fine. AKL has a great vibe but does the dinning options appeal to you. I like it. I always feel like Akl is great for limited park time.

9:54pm on 4/9/26 by nightowl04

AKL is not much further than Coronado really. I understand the draw of boardwalk resorts. Once we stayed at BC it was really hard to go back.

9:57pm on 4/9/26 by Magicalday2011

If the AKL option is a savanna room, and if you haven't stayed there, I'd do that. Such a great resort, and worth doing once. I also prefer it over POR and CSR without a car, due to the multiple bus stops. Tho of the 4, you can't beat Swan's location.

59 min ago by JERancher

So thinking of doing a solo trip. My husband hates Disney and doesn't want to go so I'm thinking of just doing a week by myself. What resort you think I'd feel safest at? I'm a scary cat lol.

12:16pm on 4/9/26 by mickeyforlife

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Should have added. I'm a 73 year old woman. Pretty healthy for my age. Still work a 40 week job so not to concerned about that. My son thinks I'll get to lonely. But honestly I think it'd be nice having a little time to myself

12:22pm on 4/9/26 by mickeyforlife

When traveling solo anywhere I prefer hotels with interior corridors. At WDW I have stayed at GF villas, BCV, Riviera, and SSR (only 1 night there solo)

12:37pm on 4/9/26 by KLuck

So places like Pop Century wouldn't be ok?

12:38pm on 4/9/26 by mickeyforlife

I'm in my 60's and sometimes go solo. I love POFQ. I always let my family know I'm back in the room. I never get lonely solo. I love to do what I want to do! My dd33 goes almost every quarter for a week and is never lonely either.

12:46pm on 4/9/26 by matterhorn55

@Kluck. Did you feel safe at night in the parks by yourself? This will be my first time and definitely want to see night time stuff.

12:48pm on 4/9/26 by mickeyforlife

I think you'd be fine at Pop Century @mickeyforlife I've never felt unsafe there. I'd book a preferred room to be closer to the main building.

12:48pm on 4/9/26 by JenniferB1975

Matterhorn55 the thoughts of doing whatever I want whenever I want sounds so good to me

12:49pm on 4/9/26 by mickeyforlife

Old woman here. There isn't a WDW resort that I would be at all concerned about going anywhere between 6am-midnight. Remember they aren't letting outside vendors at resorts any more. Their security is world-class.

12:50pm on 4/9/26 by Ali Ababwa

Same for the parks. I probably wouldn't walk around alone after 10pm outside resorts/parks (Boardwalk area, TTC, Disney Springs), but I'm usually asleep then anyway.

12:54pm on 4/9/26 by Ali Ababwa

So the next time you hear someone complaining about not being allowed to drive their car into a resort to pick up a QS order, thank Disney security, or the Phoenicians.

12:59pm on 4/9/26 by Ali Ababwa

I have never once felt unsafe at a Disney park. I just prefer interior corridors after a not-good experience at a conference a number of years ago.

1:05pm on 4/9/26 by KLuck

And any time of day if there is a sketchy group waiting for the Skyliner near you, ask for a different gondola. Situational awareness.

1:05pm on 4/9/26 by Ali Ababwa

I'm doing my first solo trip next week and staying at POFQ. It's my favorite resort, so I would have chosen it anyhow, but it is very small and easy to navigate. I requested a room on a top floor in the center of the resort for extra safety.

1:08pm on 4/9/26 by utang44

I would feel safer entering/exiting an exterior room at Pop in the sight lines of dozens of rooms than I would in an interior hallway at, say, AKL where only a few rooms might be nearby.

1:08pm on 4/9/26 by Ali Ababwa

I think I'd feel safe at any Disney resort, though, honestly. Just be intentional with your room request and ask for features that will make you feel most secure.

1:09pm on 4/9/26 by utang44

Thanks guys. Knew I could depend on ya to make me feel better about it.

1:11pm on 4/9/26 by mickeyforlife

Plus put out the word and any number of Liners will be at WDW the same time if you get too lonely!

1:19pm on 4/9/26 by Ali Ababwa

My #1 safety trip of traveling alone is never to admit it... if anyone ... uber driver, stranger. Waiter asks ... I am always meeting up with my husband..... that being said I always feel comfortable solo at Disney

1:53pm on 4/9/26 by molly99

I'm going solo in a few weeks and I am so excited to do whatever I want when I want. I spend my whole life taking care of other people so this will be a delight.

2:52pm on 4/9/26 by VikeQueen

And i chose Disney because it was a place i knew I would feel safe and comfortable exploring and dining on my own.

2:53pm on 4/9/26 by VikeQueen

Make sure to look at all the discounts available from now until late summer. Disney+ also has a great offer for some resorts during the summer. Good luck!

2:58pm on 4/9/26 by allanmayo

The only time I remember not feeling safe i was solo + younger kid, at POR. It was so dark and we had to wander so far. Would not do that again.

4:13pm on 4/9/26 by moondance07

Solo is amazing! POFQ is small overall. I would think a preferred room somewhere like POP would be good too, so you don't have too far to walk at night. Never felt unsafe on my solo trip while in the bubble.

4:59pm on 4/9/26 by kleinmsu

I've never felt unsafe at any Disney resort I've stayed at but I will say that walking to our preferred room at ASMo after an after hours event was really quiet and kinda dark. But otherwise fine.

5:13pm on 4/9/26 by koolaid

I also closed down HS by myself with an ADR at Prime Time and walked way out to my car in the parking lot in the dark but felt fine too and I too am scared easily.

5:15pm on 4/9/26 by koolaid

I decided when my kids were 3 years old and DH ruined our Disney trip that life was too short to deal with Disney/theme park haters. We have gone back many times without him, gladly.

6:33pm on 4/9/26 by Ali Ababwa

I love my solo trips. Usually I end up with a tag along or two or three by the end but that's ok, lol

6:39pm on 4/9/26 by cdlla

Also had many solo trips, age 60s Only thing that creeped me out was POR Bayou. It is dark, lots of darker walkways hidden by bushes. I went to front desk. CM said yup, I get afraid out theretoo! Relocated me to Royal Room for free. Beautif river view

10:28pm on 4/9/26 by Magicalday2011

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I don't like interior hallways. Prefer to be out in open. Coronado-like 3351 area. Well lit. Close to first bus stop and main building. If your room doesn't feel right go to desk ask for security escort. I'm Never afraid in Parks/buses after dark at all.

10:32pm on 4/9/26 by Magicalday2011

I don't know if this is at all helpful, but with the exception of two resorts (which I did with my family), I have stayed at every other WDW resort as a solo gal in the past four years, and I have never once felt unsafe.

11:47pm on 4/9/26 by JERancher

I LOVE my solo trips - you'll have a blast! The only thing I won't do alone is Lyft from the airport, but I've come back late from MNSSHP and MVMCP with no safety concerns. I'm usually at All Stars, which have a lot of rooms and are brightly lit.

11:48pm on 4/9/26 by daisylover78

In past years there was a crowd calendar I could put in Excel and add meals etc. I can no longer find this format. Does it still exist?

1:53pm on 4/8/26 by bkflyer

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I used to do this too. Now I just type it in. It is we quick and easy. Then reuse the formatted spreadsheet for your next trip changing the days as needed.

12:43pm on 4/9/26 by JackOfAll

I have a nice a4 piece of paper with a hand drawn grid with all our plans & ADRs on it. I am a dinosaur... DH mentioned using excel this time but all too complicated for me Disaster when I left paper at home last trip- dmil had to send me a photo.

5:36pm on 4/9/26 by hodg

I'm a paper grid person too. I remember the old spreadsheet printouts tho. Interesting if it still exists.

10:39pm on 4/9/26 by Magicalday2011

I use the space saver (the plastics ones that you suck the air out of with a pump or vacuum) bags from Amazon when I pack for Disney. The manual pump it comes with it actually great. Just a little annoying to use and takes up space in my luggage....

1:38pm on 4/9/26 by nightowl04

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We use bags that you squeeze the air out.

4:09pm on 4/9/26 by kateschmidt

LOL! I know it was a long shot. The bags you roll are fine too. I might buy some more. They are just old. The Amazon bags are great if I have a vacuum. The device it comes with works fine just slow and it takes a few minutes if you have several bags.

9:47pm on 4/9/26 by nightowl04

TAKE OFF Vacuum Bags and Mini Vacuum This was recently on a travel podcast I watch

10:03pm on 4/9/26 by Magicalday2011

July 3rd fireworks- are there wristbands for Poly beach that day or just the 4th? Are their restricted areas for GF? My dad snagged a DVC GF resort studio for the 2 and 3rd. We are trying to determine the best watching spot. First time for us.

10:02pm on 4/9/26 by nightowl04

"What's cookin'?" Busy day here which works in my favor. I've been craving takeout Chinese lately and my DW will stop on her way home from work. Still deciding what to get, LOL. Who knows what they are having for dinner tonight?

4:35pm on 4/9/26 by TacMed

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Teriyaki salmon and asparagus not sure if a rice or potato will be the side

7:59pm on 4/9/26 by jules_fletch

Burgers with Mac and cheese

8:14pm on 4/9/26 by simba77

Mexican chicken, rice & vegetable soup: caldo xochitl; and tacos al pastor.

8:44pm on 4/9/26 by gmcc

Any idea when hotel reservations for 2027 will open?

9:39pm on 4/8/26 by mwyporek@gmail.com

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Hopefully by late spring. Sometimes Jan-Oct opens first and Oct-Dec opens a few weeks later. Hope that helps!

7:36am on 4/9/26 by TumbleMonkeys

Thank you!

8:21pm on 4/9/26 by mwyporek@gmail.com

You're quite welcome!

8:43pm on 4/9/26 by Fatty McButterpants

I was thinking about trying to get a reservation for wailulu on our check in night to watch the fireworks. Am I guaranteed to get outdoor seating/firework view? What time should I make the reservation?

11:34am on 4/9/26 by deedeeredding@comcast.net

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I've asked exactly this question recently. Have done what @snow advises & booked an earlier dinner & will watch afterwards from there. My only issue is that HEA is now later than I expected so will have to wait a bit

4:55pm on 4/9/26 by hodg

Nothing wrong with getting a drink to go from the bar while you wait.

8:25pm on 4/9/26 by Jennyhirsch

You are not guaranteed outdoor seat. There are more indoor seats. But you can ask and say you are willing to wait.

8:26pm on 4/9/26 by Jennyhirsch

DCL question please. My check in date is Sat. I need photo of everyone, photo of passport, credit card info per room. Anything else? And anything I can do to pre-fill in or do I have to wait until it opens up?

11:21am on 4/9/26 by hodg

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"These must be recent, color, forward-facing photos from the shoulders up, featuring a clear, plain background."

8:21pm on 4/9/26 by Jennyhirsch

"Take a simple selfie against a plain wall. Focus: Must be in focus, forward-facing, with eyes visible." And you can resize, crop on yr phone before uploading.

8:22pm on 4/9/26 by Jennyhirsch

The staff uses the pics to identify you disembarking and embarking ship. DS and I had switched keycards so we could access the other room, lol. Totally forgot. Got stopped leaving ship. Swapped lanyards and then exited!

8:24pm on 4/9/26 by Jennyhirsch

NDR, but I'm so excited. I just got an email that I'll have an opportunity to purchase 2028 LA Olympics tickets! Looks like a trip to DL may be on the horizon as well. Eeek!

3:31pm on 4/7/26 by MrsNesbitt05

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Good luck! All I hear is how expensive they are but I hope you get something reasonable.

4:00pm on 4/7/26 by melcort10

I'm really hoping to attend the Paralympics in 2028. My niece played wheel chair rugby and I was unable to see her play in Paris.

4:02pm on 4/7/26 by momtwofour

Fantastic! We did paris- managed to get some reasonableish price tickets for am athletics plus did rowing & hockey quarters & semis- DS29's coach was playing. We did end up w 100m finals evening tickets too after a couple of cocktails- no regrets.

4:04pm on 4/7/26 by hodg

Paris accommodation was very expensive so be prepared. We got a great Airbnb in the end but it was not cheap

4:04pm on 4/7/26 by hodg

Paris for 1st release you had to pick 3 events. And France had events all over the country. Then we could add other events individually later. London 2012 did great prices for kids-you paid their age whatever the ticket cost. That mayve been to U.K. only.

4:10pm on 4/7/26 by hodg

High five @MrsNesbitt! I just got my email this evening too! I'm hoping to get tickets for men's rowing (DS16 is a HS rower) and women's basketball (DD13's favorite sport). Hope your time slot goes well for you!

7:29pm on 4/7/26 by JoeyPotter98

Hmmm I might think about LA28! I went to Seoul, Barcelona, Albertville, and Atlanta....

8:18pm on 4/7/26 by Ali Ababwa

Congrats you two!! Sad trombone over here as I got an email saying I didn't make the first draw. Still hoping to make a future one. Keep us posted on how the ticket purchase goes and what events you get.

8:25pm on 4/7/26 by GoGreenGoWhite

@joey, gonna try for 5x5 WBB or 3x3 or both?

8:39pm on 4/7/26 by utang44

@utang I'm going to try for the 5x5 first, but my DD was also totally obsessed with this past season of Unrivaled so I can't go wrong with the 3x3 option either

9:03pm on 4/7/26 by JoeyPotter98

My mom got one also for DD16 bday trip(she'll be 17 by then but that works too!)we are going for Equestrian events & volleyball. DD BFF family all signed up and 2 of them got lottery times. I didn't think of that at all so max we'll get is 12 right now.

9:11pm on 4/7/26 by koolaid

But worried about price also, do we have any clue how much the price range might be?

9:12pm on 4/7/26 by koolaid

3x3 is so fun! Also gives me a heart attack to watch sometimes. Best of luck grabbing some WBB tickets.

9:16pm on 4/7/26 by utang44

Don't know if it will be similar but we paid 60-90 euro for the hockey, rowing etc inc semis. Athletics am early session was 130 euro & the men's 100m final was around 250- that was sonworth it tho.

9:42pm on 4/7/26 by hodg

They've not said anything about kids prices?

9:43pm on 4/7/26 by hodg

How does this work? DS just texted this morning that he was bored a few months ago and signed up for the lottery for tix. He got 12. So I have to figure out where venues are? Then price what I want? And they are stupidly expensive?

7:49am on 4/8/26 by Jennyhirsch

@flute said very expensive on other thread- tho I'd hope $1000s for ticket is mega athletics or swim events with hospitality.

10:35am on 4/8/26 by hodg

Pick a few less-popular sports preliminary rounds, especially women's, less costly, easier to get to, and still Olympic caliber competition/skills that are amazing to watch.

11:56am on 4/8/26 by Ali Ababwa

@jenny, the la28 website has a complete schedule and venue list. Along with recommendations for planning well in regards to the venue location and realistic travel time.

12:09pm on 4/8/26 by GoGreenGoWhite

Thank you, all.

12:15pm on 4/8/26 by Jennyhirsch

Following. My ticket window opens on April 12th, and I'm hoping for swimming or gymnastics, but I heard the first round of local tickets for those sold out within seconds.

12:40pm on 4/8/26 by 56arlene

Go to SwimSwam to get a general idea about the swim tickets and pricing. I've decided against getting tix. The prices for swim are rough and you don't get a seat. You get an "area" with seat notification later.

3:24pm on 4/8/26 by Jennyhirsch

Also got our email for Drop 1!! - I am nervous about cost/availability after resident presale this past week. Will be waiting to see if they release more tix at different price points come Monday

4:58pm on 4/8/26 by SplitStayfortheWin

Swimming & cycling were impossible or crazy cost for 2012 &2024. Weird not to allocate seats tho.

5:35pm on 4/8/26 by hodg

You should be able to see road cycling and triathlon cycling, each in men's and women's divisions.

5:52pm on 4/8/26 by Ali Ababwa

I think we've tapped out for the Olympics...the event pricing my mother saw was almost $300 a piece for equestrian events and the logistics makes my head hurt lol.

5:16pm on 4/9/26 by koolaid

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There were poonts in the run up to Paris that i wldv happily cancelled the lot. We did have to sell back 1 set of tickets as DS GF cldnt come. But it ended up being fantastic & im so glad we did it. Tho does sound spendt for LA

5:29pm on 4/9/26 by hodg

It's also very early to be selling tickets- Paris was released just over a year ahead

5:30pm on 4/9/26 by hodg

SwimSwam just reported that tickets for all swim finals are sold out and the tickets for prelims that are left are the priciest, "Tier A," at $1600. Think we will host big screen swim parties instead! My tv will be fine!

8:20pm on 4/9/26 by Jennyhirsch

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