PassPorter’s Window Seat: MouseFest 2007

PassPorter reader WFMA asks:

“I’m using the luggage transfer program through Disney Cruise Line. When you get on the ship, is your luggage in the room already or do you have to wait? What happens if a piece of luggage is missing? Do they put the luggage on the same bus as us to the port? Can I verify that the luggage made it off the plane?”

And the answer is… Continue reading How does the Disney Cruise luggage transfer work?…

PassPorter reader Kristi P. asks:

“We are about to leave for a Disney cruise in 3 weeks. My son is very allergic to peanuts. We told Disney at the time of booking and we also faxed a medical form from our Doctor. I was wondering if anyone had traveled with a child very allergic to a food and how it went?”

And the answer is… Continue reading What’s it like to cruise with a food allergy?…

PassPorter reader Miss Poppins asks:

“I am in the preliminary stages of trying to plan a 3 day Disney cruise for Dec 2007 after a 7 day Walt Disney World stay. We have a large party at least 4 adults and 3 children. Would it cost less or the same to try to book a Category 1 or 2 suite instead of 2 staterooms? (I would prefer to try for an outside stateroom instead of inside) If so, do I have any chance at all of getting a suite–I know there are not many that can accommodate 7.”

And the answer is… Continue reading Can a suite cost less than two staterooms on the Disney Cruise Line?…

PassPorter reader WFMA asks:

“My youngest will be 4 at the time of our trip. Do I have to use a car seat on the plane? I also found a web site that shows a safety strap that you can use instead of a car seat for $70. I want my children to be safe, but if I can make a life just a little easer that would be great. The less I have to carry is better (saving $70, would be a plus)”

And the answer is… Continue reading Does my 4-year-old need a car seat on a plane?…

PassPorter reader Lisa H. asks:

” I have been planning my first trip to Walt Disney World, with the PassPorter guidebook’s help, since early September. After much thought my family and I made reservations at the Wilderness Lodge. I just got a letter in the mail saying the pool would be closed. When I e-mailed them some questions I found out that the whole falls area would be closed. They couldn’t give me a straight answer on the geyser. These beautiful features were why I picked Wilderness Lodge over Animal Kingdom Lodge. I feel like I’m a sucker to pay full price for less than 100% of what they advertised. Can you help me feel better about my choice? What should I do? Thank you for any advice you might have, and also thank you for your wonderful book.”

And the answer is… Continue reading Wilderness Lodge pool is closing — should I stay there anyway?…

PassPorter member Dale_Loves_Mickey asks:

“I was just on another site and I couldn’t believe my eyes . They were bashing Tiki Room Under New Management as well as Stitch’s Great Escape. I know Tiki Room isn’t what it used to be, but I don’t find it to be too bad. It is a nice cool get away for 15 min or so. And I love Stitch! My kids do, too. Are we alone?”

And the answer is… Continue reading What’s wrong with the Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management?…

PassPorter member SARH7 asks:

“I know TSA says to use a quart size for acceptable liquids through airport security checkpoints. But if I only have like 2 or 3 things, and they will fit in a ziploc sandwich-sized bag, will it be okay?”

And the answer is… Continue reading How important is the size of the ziploc bag for airport security really?…

PassPorter reader Heather asks:

“We’re going on the Mediterranean Disney cruise. What do people do over in Barcelona for hotels for families of four? Is it standard to get two rooms? Or is it standard to add cots into a room for two?”

And the answer is… Continue reading Can families of four stay in Barcelona hotels?…

PassPorter reader applejenn asks:

“I have never had to park my car at the airport before — this trip our flight is too early for granny to bring us. So I will have to leave my car in the lot the whole time. Any experience on this? Good, bad the ugly???”

And the answer is… Continue reading What’s your experience with parking at the airport?…

PassPorter reader NewbieNancy asks:

“Not trying to borrow trouble, but it’s been a long time since I had to worry at all about motion sickness. I see at the pharmacy that there’s Bonine, Dramamine, and something else called Marezine. Any recommendations? Do they make you really sleepy? I’m more worried about my teens than I am about me.”

And the answer is… Continue reading Do I need seasickness medication on my cruise?…

PassPorter reader Mari-Joan asks:

“My husband and I are planning a trip to Disney World this fall but want to make sure that the Pirates of the Caribbean ride will be open when we get there. Where can we find a list of attractions that will be going through refurbishing before we go? When we went five years ago we missed out on the Haunted Mansion because it was closed for refurbishing when we got there.”

And the answer is… Continue reading Will [insert ride name] be open during my trip?…

PassPorter reader Annette H. asks:

“I’ve been told that Disney MGM-Studios now has Little Einstein Characters. Can you tell me where they are located? I have a 4-year old grandson who would jump out of his skin to meet these guys in person!”

And the answer is… Continue reading Where are the Little Einsteins hiding at Disney-MGM Studios?…

PassPorter reader Rebecca M. asks:

“My husband recently cleaned out a safe box and found a Walt Disney World multi-day ticket from quite a while ago. He thinks there are days left on it yet, but we are wanting to check to make sure. Can you help me find a way to check this?  Especially a way to do so without going to a gate at Disney?”

And the answer is… Continue reading Will my old Disney ticket still work?…

PassPorter reader EastYorkDisneyFan asks:

“Will there be any nights when a suit will be required during Disney’s repositioning cruses? Have you gone to Palo alone, and if so, is it a good idea for a change from the regular dining rotation?”

And the answer is … Continue reading Will a suit be required on the Disney repositioning cruise?…

PassPorter reader TinkRules asks:

“I’ve read several things across the net about Palo and how you have to leave an additional tip for the waiter at Palo in addition to the $10 they charge to go there. So….. what’s the answer and how much do you leave??”

And the answer is… Continue reading Do I have to tip the server at Palo?…