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NDR - looking for tips in Florence, Italy for upcoming 4 day trip with DH, DS20, DD18. I have the top spots like academia (David), Uffizi, Duomo, etc. planned. If you've done Florence and you feel strongly about an experience please share!

8:38am by rickelwoman

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Definitely get tix ahead of time for the David and the Uffizi! We didn't do a tour. But did use a Rick Steve's self guided tour from his book.

11:49am by evamarie320

If you have interest - shopping! Ponte Vecchio is cool to see, amazing Italian gold and leather goods.

27 min ago by njhyndman

Santa Maria Novella-beautiful perfume, bath products, household scents. Housed in a gorgeous building. Near the Duomo. It's been in Florence since 1221. They made nose gays during the plague to ward off disease.

13 min ago by hookiegood

Guys - asking for a friend. Are there disney planners that are not travel agents? They are looking to stay offsite but need help with booking lightning lanes etc. dont feel up to learning the hacks on their own. Just want someone to do it all for them

10:06am by Totsypooh

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But they've always gradually got the hang of it themselves as they went- I'd get the harder things like FoP drop etc once there

12:22pm by hodg

Yup im actually thinking to offer my services as well. Hahah! I have done it for family in the past. Thanks for the input!

34 min ago by Totsypooh

I find it interesting that it doesnt really exist as a standalone thing given how complicated it is. There must be a market. Does Disney not like this kind of business model maybe?

21 min ago by Totsypooh

There's a new toy in the Magic Family. Emma will be working at SDD! She starts training this weekend. Say "hi" if you see her. She's really excited to be in TSL.

8:43am by Phil H. Magic

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Congrats to Emma!

11:44am by PrincipalTinker

Congrats!! (I had the same thought @snow about a/c!)

11:46am by evamarie320

Nice!! We've got a friend in her!!

26 min ago by njhyndman

DD11 wants to see the Pandora bioluminescence at night. Would mid February still be dark enough in the evenings? We would even get in line for FOP right before closing to help our chances.

11:04am by WildernessPixie

You stand a better chance when days are shorter because AK closes so early. As you get closer to dates I would look at weekend hours because typically it's open 1 hour later

11:21am by youcanfly

Thank you! I was looking back at mid Feb. 2026 hours and AK was open to 8pm. So hoping it'll be possible in 2027. :)

11:51am by WildernessPixie

We managed it for the 1st recently as they had delux EEH at AK till 9pm. Nice to see but was more underwhelming thsn I expected after 9 years of waiting.

12:25pm by hodg

Good to know. DD11 loves avatar so this is high on her list. Since we didn't get into the princess rundisney we're planning a February break trip. We'll most likely get to go to FArts too. We haven't been to WDW in February in about 5 years. :)

12:46pm by WildernessPixie

June/July 2026 list of Single Rider attractions: is this correct? Test Track and Remy's Ratatouille Adventure (EPCOT), Expedition Everest (Animal Kingdom), and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run (Hollywood Studios)

10:45am by Ali Ababwa

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Good info, thanks

11:01am by lynkaz

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11:53am by CVC

I changed my plans on when to do EE last week because of the changes to SR. It has been opening late and reports are that the new standby/LL boarding makes the SR line very slow.

12:24pm by PrincipalTinker

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4:50pm on 5/16/26 by JJT (staff)

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With the lower number of Aug Riv listings, I'd bet this might be a last shot for this price range! 4-night Riviera Resort Studio 08/31 for $384/night or 16% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Riviera&dvc_id=DVC2677

7:19pm on 6/10/26 by JJT (staff)

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10:12am by JJT (staff)

This is a beauty for December - I would not bank on any/many more listings around this price showing up over time. 4-night Riviera Resort Studio 12/13 for $408/night or 23% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10050823

12:13pm by JJT (staff)

A Q for experts on Journey into Imagination. I have a memory bouncing around in my head that the climax of the ride is being in an enclosed area, end suddenly magically all the walls disappear and you're in a big, light, open area with the the song.

3:51am by cigar95

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Yep - I know what you are recalling. I don't have any videos though.

8:40am by moondance07

Thanks for the confirmation - can you recall if it was the original or the second, 'figment-free" version? (The former seems much more likely.)

10:44am by cigar95

I think that sounds like the original.

11:59am by utang44

I wonder if Disney will ever consider persons on GLP-1s as a special food restriction. I avoid all you can eat and mandatory 3 course table service menus at WDW. We do find we can split entrees at other TS restaurants, but I do wish I could try others.

7:05pm on 6/10/26 by Wahoo1976

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Why, Most food is just OK at best. Barfettes are the worst. We go but for the atmosphere. Yak & Yeti has the best food, though.

7:07pm on 6/10/26 by JackOfAll

I eat a lot of kids menu items at quick service. This is a big challenge for for me each trip because I will feel sick if I eat too much. Too often, I end up throwing away leftovers at the the end of a trip. Any good tips for people like me?

7:08pm on 6/10/26 by Wahoo1976

I'd just choose the food I'll enjoy and eat as much as I would enjoy, then ask for the plate to be taken away. That's not cost-effective, but it's the best option if the kids' menu doesn't appeal. They'll let you have kids' food at TS for an adult $.

7:16pm on 6/10/26 by utang44

Kids meals and splitting when I can. Leftovers even better but not usually an option at WDW.

7:17pm on 6/10/26 by moondance07

My mama eats tiny amounts of food in real life and said she was going to skip meals because she "couldn't eat enough for the price." We told her it didn't matter if she ate three bites, if that was all she wanted.

7:18pm on 6/10/26 by utang44

Small plates at lounges are my typical go to, I do have someone to share with so we might get a few and take leftovers with us. I would not expect Disney to adjust portions anytime soon though.

7:30pm on 6/10/26 by youcanfly

Also when I was eating healthier, DH and I would often split an entree. However if you want to visit say CG, you need to wait for a bar seat. I'm definitely not a fan of the 1 price fits all approach.

7:32pm on 6/10/26 by youcanfly

Thanks all. Good advice. @utang, at Grand California I did just that. The CM told me everyone is a child. I left a huge tip for her understanding and kindness.

7:37pm on 6/10/26 by Wahoo1976

I usually avoid buffets and prix fixe meals just because I either overeat or don't eat enough to feel it was "worth it", and bring along ziplocks to TS meals to make 2 meals from it. And throw out food routinely, because that's better than wearing it.

8:24pm on 6/10/26 by Ali Ababwa

Also I've often ordered only an appetizer and dessert without an entree. Or made a meal from a "small plate". The only place I felt pressured to order an entree was Sanaa, when I was already stuffed from bread service.

8:41pm on 6/10/26 by Ali Ababwa

I've been requesting smaller portions of adult menu items for many years and have mostly been accommodated. I often share with DH if that isn't possible. Ask your waiter. You may be pleasantly surprised.

1:24am by Rhondak0000

For us with a 3 week trip we wldnt have coped with full restaurant meals all the way thru- places like Sanaa we did 3 entrees betwn 4. Lots of kids meals/ sharing at QS. If you want/need to eat less a buffet never going to be "value" but can still be fun.

1:55am by hodg

@rhonda do they charge you less? If not id just order and have leftovers

7:24am by Flutegarden

We don't choose buffets or prix fixe restaurants or dining plan for exactly that reason. We wouldn't get our "moneys worth" for us. We mostly eat in the room. Split at QS when we do eat at a restaurant.

8:16am by popupcamper

Leftovers arent always an option, especially places like Disney

8:39am by moondance07

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DD doesn't mind eating cold leftover fries or chicken tenders later in the day, but that's a big NOPE for me without an air fryer.

10:41am by Ali Ababwa

Maybe you can borrow @Totsy's!

10:50am by TumbleMonkeys

Like @Rhonda, I've been successful ordering half portions. WDW is very accomodating when asked.

11:33am by trishr.

How do I find crowd level for each day of my trip

10:42am by jerrygarr

Click on Dashboard and then Crowd Calendar.

10:55am by TumbleMonkeys

As someone who typically rents a car, I have never used a grocery delivery service but will need one for next week. Would be interested in Liners recommendations and experiences (good or bad). I saw saw a video recommending instacart and Publix. Thanks.

9:39am on 6/8/26 by Sorcerers_Apprentice

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Water Butlers is my go to. It's a small, independent business which I prefer.

9:59am on 6/8/26 by popupcamper

I too order from Water Butlers. Their level of service (plus options) are amazing.

10:09am on 6/8/26 by PrincipalTinker

I always use Instacart shopping at Publix. Easy to place an order on their app ahead of time. Easy to communicate with the shopper in real time as they ask about making subs for out of stock items, and prices and selection were great as compared to Garden

10:25am on 6/8/26 by evamarie320

Grocer and Prime Now.

10:26am on 6/8/26 by evamarie320

I will check out Water Butlers, but good to see the review of Instacart and Publix.

10:55am on 6/8/26 by Sorcerers_Apprentice

I've always had great luck with Amazon Fresh.

6:23pm on 6/8/26 by JenniferB1975

I had previously used Instacart/Publix for years with no problems. Then suddenly had 3 orders cancelled/marked undeliverable. Switched to Walmart & worked well (Kidani).

6:58pm on 6/8/26 by TeacherGrandma

Instacart/Publix had been awesome for us this week, again. Have another order ready to go once we check in to WL tmrw.

7:25pm on 6/8/26 by cdlla

I had a great experience with Water Butlers in April.

11:34pm on 6/8/26 by jkowens

Sorry to hijack, do Instacart drop at Swan bell services too?

3:51am on 6/9/26 by ExtraTerrorestrial

We've had great luck w/Instacart. We are usually camping @the Fort & still use them. We hate leaving the bubble to buy groceries.

4:08am on 6/9/26 by herri

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10:26pm on 6/9/26 by CVC

I just use Amazon Fresh and have never had a problem.

10:46pm on 6/9/26 by kslawyergirl

I use magical vacation services for my shopping. A former CM. Excellent service.

11:16pm on 6/9/26 by VikeQueen

I used magical vacation services on my universal trip on @vikes recommendation and I agree he's got excellent service. I just haven't used him at Disney yet.

7:52am on 6/10/26 by popupcamper

I have had good luck with Walmart delivery, I was in the drop off area at the time of delivery and I could see the drivers location in real time. I like the Walmart app because it is very easy to return an item for a refund if I am somehow not pleased....

4:55pm on 6/10/26 by Incredible_Family

...(poor substitution, etc). The only small problem I have had once was my order was 30 min after my delivery window.

4:57pm on 6/10/26 by Incredible_Family

I have used both Instacart (from Publix) and Walmart. Walmart is cheaper. And I think you can try Walmart+ with free delivery for 30 days. I use it all the time at home and I love it!

8:35pm on 6/10/26 by gizmolmc

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Doesnt anyone have Target delivery or "Shipt" subs. I am local and sometimes need deliveries while at Disney. My regular shopper drops my stuff there too! Its so convenient. Those other services charge delivery fees etc.. Just a thought :)

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