Fort Wilderness on 4/24 - 4/26
We just completed our 2nd trip to Disney's Fort Wilderness campground, and we're still just as impressed as we were the first time. Once again, bath houses were spotless, grounds were well kept, and ...
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What is this "fax machine" device you speak of ;-)
I haven't faxed anything in nearly 3 years. That's almost as obsolete in the business world as the rolodex.
ESACNJ - I hear ya on all your points. But quite frankly, I disagree with your premise (respectfully, of course). True, the up front cost of a Disney trip is staggering. But we don't go on vacation to save money. We go for the kids, and the older they get, the more "magical" they find it. But I don't see the price point being too far out of line. It is a business, and they're concerned about the bottom line, so what incentive do they have to lower prices when the place fills up every weekend? You can't get a spot in Ft. Wilderness on the weekends unless you book far in advance or there's a cancellation. People show up to Disney with their credit card hanging out like a wagging dog.
For me, though, I see the value a little bit differently. Contrast the "Disney" experience with other theme parks. For example, we spent this past Saturday at Epcot, then went to SeaWorld on Sunday. The difference between the 2 places is night and day. For a fraction of the price, you can go to SeaWorld and experience rude (very rude) customer service, higher priced in-park food and gifts, rides in worse condition, way less to do...and...dare I say this...but a different class of people. I told my wife on Sunday that I'd gladly spend more money to go to Disney over SeaWorld any day!
I haven't faxed anything in nearly 3 years. That's almost as obsolete in the business world as the rolodex.
ESACNJ - I hear ya on all your points. But quite frankly, I disagree with your premise (respectfully, of course). True, the up front cost of a Disney trip is staggering. But we don't go on vacation to save money. We go for the kids, and the older they get, the more "magical" they find it. But I don't see the price point being too far out of line. It is a business, and they're concerned about the bottom line, so what incentive do they have to lower prices when the place fills up every weekend? You can't get a spot in Ft. Wilderness on the weekends unless you book far in advance or there's a cancellation. People show up to Disney with their credit card hanging out like a wagging dog.
For me, though, I see the value a little bit differently. Contrast the "Disney" experience with other theme parks. For example, we spent this past Saturday at Epcot, then went to SeaWorld on Sunday. The difference between the 2 places is night and day. For a fraction of the price, you can go to SeaWorld and experience rude (very rude) customer service, higher priced in-park food and gifts, rides in worse condition, way less to do...and...dare I say this...but a different class of people. I told my wife on Sunday that I'd gladly spend more money to go to Disney over SeaWorld any day!
