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Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 19 Oct 22, 08:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 847
Posted By PhDisney
Thanks both - that's helpful! Very...

Thanks both - that's helpful!

Very disappointed to learn they've stopped offering discount on packages though. They snuck that one in without a fanfare, didn't they?
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 16 Oct 22, 08:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 847
Posted By PhDisney
Annual pass vs paid package - help please!

Hi all,

Bit of a strange situation. I have two upcoming packages, both paid for, in December.

I have a very short 1-night/2-day visit staying at the Cheyenne at the start of December alone...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 12 Jan 19, 09:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,215
Posted By PhDisney
Mobile It’s to do with either the g-forces on things...

It’s to do with either the g-forces on things like Pirates (even on the short drops) or the bumping of boats. In most cases though it’s the lap bar restraints which for obvious reasons rule out...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 12 Jan 19, 02:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,215
Posted By PhDisney
Here you go: Disneyland Park Carousel ...

Here you go:

Disneyland Park

Carousel
Railroad
Dumbo
Storybook Boats
Small World
Buzz
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 12 Jan 19, 02:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,921
Posted By PhDisney
The First Family Trip - 1st-7th January (Day 5)

Saturday.

Usually a busy day in the parks at any time of year, but after enquiring about how bad it would be at the Sequoia Lodge Golden Forest desk, my heart sank. The lady said it would be...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 9 Jan 19, 08:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,999
Posted By PhDisney
Yep! The Plus Dining plan covers everything...

Yep!

The Plus Dining plan covers everything except Walt's (Main Street USA), Auberge de Cendrillon (Fantasyland), Cafe Mickey (Disney Village), the Disneyland Hotel restaurants, and Buffalo...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 9 Jan 19, 01:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,999
Posted By PhDisney
The First Family Trip - 1st-7th January (Day 4)

So - onto Friday 4th January! We were expecting this to be even busier than Thursday, but it wasn't quite as bad. Still massively busy, but there was a little more breathing space in the quieter...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 9 Jan 19, 01:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,208
Posted By PhDisney
Glad it'll be of use. Days 4-7 will be posted...

Glad it'll be of use. Days 4-7 will be posted very soon! Lots more useful information for you hopefully!
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 9 Jan 19, 01:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,215
Posted By PhDisney
We booked all of our meals at least a fortnight...

We booked all of our meals at least a fortnight in advance, as it was Christmas peak season. If you're going out of season (in other words, during school term time), you might be able to book when...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 8 Jan 19, 06:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,069
Posted By PhDisney
The First Family Trip - 1st-7th January (Day 3)

Thursday. Day 3. The first full day in the park.

One thing I forgot to mention in Day 2 was the fact that we managed to get an Access Card slot to see Mickey Mouse, my son's absolute favourite...
Forum: Indexes 8 Jan 19, 05:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,762
Posted By PhDisney
The First Family Trip - 1st-7th January

Day 1 - Tuesday 1st January 2019 (https://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=1111730)
Day 2 - Wednesday 2nd January 2019 (https://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=1111748)
Day 3 -...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 8 Jan 19, 12:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,215
Posted By PhDisney
The First Family Trip - 1st-7th January (Day 2)

Today was the day! We woke up around 7am in our Premier Inn across the road from St Pancras, had a leisurely continental breakfast, and made our way to Eurostar check-in for around 9am for our 10:14...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 8 Jan 19, 10:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,995
Posted By PhDisney
Having just got back, and currently writing a...

Having just got back, and currently writing a trip report on our time with a 2.5 year old, I would say - prepare for tantrums at the least opportune of moments. Just sat down in a restaurant to eat?...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 8 Jan 19, 10:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,208
Posted By PhDisney
The First Family Trip - 1st-7th January (Day 1)

Hi all,

I really enjoyed writing trip reports in the past, so thought I'd give it another go!

We are a family of three. Me (31), my wife (32), and our son (2). This was my sixth trip, my...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 31 Dec 18, 09:36 AM
Replies: 661
Views: 194,201
Posted By PhDisney
2nd-6th January 2019 - Sequoia Lodge (Golden...

2nd-6th January 2019 - Sequoia Lodge (Golden Forest)!

Not long now!
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 30 Dec 18, 09:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,098
Posted By PhDisney
Mobile 2nd-6th January: horribly busy?

Hi all,

One thing I seem to have read conflicting information on is just how busy the park will be for our visit next week (Wednesday to Sunday).

Sadly, all the kids around Europe are still on...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 29 Dec 18, 12:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 799
Posted By PhDisney
Pregnant wife/mum queuing with us?

Hi all,

We are going in a few days with our 2.5yo son. My wife is 5 months pregnant so is severely restricted to which rides she can go on.

However - to help out in queues if things get tense,...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 8 Nov 18, 11:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,388
Posted By PhDisney
Best 'Plus' restaurants for main meal?

Hi all,

This will be my 5th or 6th trip to Disney, but the first time we've done the Plus dining plan.

We have four vouchers to use (four days/five nights trip).

The two I've chosen so far...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 21 Oct 18, 11:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 916
Posted By PhDisney
2nd-6th January: when to book restaurants?

Hi all,

We are going Sequoia Lodge + Plus dining plan from 2nd-6th January, so still the very busy Christmas period I imagine.

When would you recommend booking restaurants such as Captain...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 29 Aug 18, 06:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 593
Posted By PhDisney
Mobile January closures: 7th onwards?!

A hopeful title and question, but we are going 2nd to 6th January 2019 (last days of Christmas season) and are a bit gutted about Buzz, Casey Jr, and Storybook being closed.

Do you think we might...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 27 Jun 18, 10:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 975
Posted By PhDisney
Indie2312, I'm intrigued by you saying there were...

Indie2312, I'm intrigued by you saying there were only four rides for Photopass usage. This is the official list:

DISNEYLAND® PARK

Meet Mickey Mouse, Fantasyland
Princess Pavilion, Fantasyland...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 21 Jun 18, 08:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 699
Posted By PhDisney
No I'm afraid not. You need to stay in (minimum)...

No I'm afraid not. You need to stay in (minimum) Sequoia Lodge, Newport Bay, or Hotel New York to access the pools.
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 21 Jun 18, 08:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,083
Posted By PhDisney
I used magicbreaks.co.uk who are great, but...

I used magicbreaks.co.uk who are great, but Disney prices should be very similar.

If you want a half-way house so to speak, I recommend staying in an independent hotel on the RER route between...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 21 Jun 18, 03:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 975
Posted By PhDisney
I've decided to buy one for the first time. It's...

I've decided to buy one for the first time. It's around £60 I believe.

You would only need to collect five or six ride photos on your pass to break even, based on per-ride prices. Individual photo...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 20 Jun 18, 08:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,083
Posted By PhDisney
Princesa - I have just priced up identical dates...

Princesa - I have just priced up identical dates with 4 adults (presumably?), and it comes out at £1,965 in the Hotel Santa Fe. This is with flights and FREE half board.

Bear in mind that the...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 18 Jun 18, 03:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 942
Posted By PhDisney
Two fastpasses at once (hotel + park)?

Hi all,

I've used park fastpasses on several occasions in the past, and know how they work (time slot of 30-60 mins if I recall correctly), but this is the first time I'll be staying at a hotel...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 17 Jun 18, 07:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,532
Posted By PhDisney
Hi there, I went through MagicBreaks. They...

Hi there,

I went through MagicBreaks. They reserve the Eurostar tickets and book as soon as they’re released. You pay for the package up front with a deposit or in full, and they book the tickets...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 15 Jun 18, 09:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,532
Posted By PhDisney
Mobile Worth considering, thanks! Really? I’ve...

Worth considering, thanks!

Really? I’ve heard the opposite is true, and that 2yo are allowed their own plate at buffet restaurants? I’m sure I’ve read that on here somewhere.
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 15 Jun 18, 09:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,532
Posted By PhDisney
Mobile It is really tough, and I keep going over the...

It is really tough, and I keep going over the pros and cons in my mind.

On one hand, he’s not even 3, so the hotel won’t matter to him. Likewise, if we did get the Plus dining plan at Newport Bay...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 15 Jun 18, 08:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,532
Posted By PhDisney
Santa Fe - should we upgrade to Newport?

Hi all,

I booked a package with deposit about 4 weeks ago, and since then, I've been thinking constantly about potential upgrades. We are two adults in early 30s, and a young lad who'll be almost...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 13 Jun 18, 03:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,341
Posted By PhDisney
One final question on this - am I correct in...

One final question on this - am I correct in thinking that the vouchers are per night, and not per day? So a 4 night/5 day stay would receive 4 vouchers?

This means we can skip a day, and use it...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Jun 18, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 706
Posted By PhDisney
From Trainline.eu: "By public transport:...

From Trainline.eu:

"By public transport: take a Cars de Air France bus from outside of the station. It stops at all terminals. It can take up to 1.15 hours and will cost €17.50. If you are a bit...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Jun 18, 02:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,341
Posted By PhDisney
Mobile Thanks for that suggestion! I suppose we...

Thanks for that suggestion!

I suppose we could still do one of the table service restaurants as a treat and the lad can share some of ours or we can get him a side order to munch on.

I’ve...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Jun 18, 11:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 736
Posted By PhDisney
Sorry to be vague, but we've just added it to a...

Sorry to be vague, but we've just added it to a booking, and I think it was around £60.
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Jun 18, 10:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,341
Posted By PhDisney
Oh absolutely! It's our first Disney trip with a...

Oh absolutely! It's our first Disney trip with a little one in tow, so we'll soon learn what's best!
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Jun 18, 10:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,341
Posted By PhDisney
Indeed, and with us potentially being in the...

Indeed, and with us potentially being in the Newport Bay, the Cape Cod might be a good option to still feel like we're getting value for money.

That's the issue with the Plus Meal Plan and buffets...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Jun 18, 09:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,341
Posted By PhDisney
My mistake sorry - the €49 value does indeed...

My mistake sorry - the €49 value does indeed cover breakfast, too.

With a 2-year-old in tow, I'm not sure Table Service will be a wise choice anyway! They're not included in the meal plans but the...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Jun 18, 09:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,341
Posted By PhDisney
Am I understanding Meal Plans correctly?

Say I'm staying in the Newport Bay with Half Board, this entitles me to the Plus option, which includes places like Captain Jack's (as an example).

So - per adult, the meal voucher for the plus...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 7 Jun 18, 02:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,992
Posted By PhDisney
Compass Club breakfast+teatime snacks - enough food for the day?

Hi all,

Considering upgrading our booking to Compass Club (without half board), so just with breakfast and tea-time snacks (4pm-6pm) included. Has anyone had any experience of pretty much living...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 31 May 18, 09:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,076
Posted By PhDisney
The first thing I want to say is that can you...

The first thing I want to say is that can you afford to double the length of your stay? A 4 night/5 day package is exactly the same price as a 2 night/3 day package, due to the "stay 2 nights free"...
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