Have you been to WDW, Disneyland, both, or neither?
WDW - 6 times, Disneyland - 1 time
How old were you on your first visit?
39, I had no interest before then, and we basically went for DD who was 6 at the time. The plan was that it would be a one-off, then we all fell in love with the MAGIC.
Do you have a favorite park? And if so, which one?
Magic Kingdom. We typically spend 4-5 days there and 1-2 at Epcot.
Which resort(s), if any, have you stayed at, and what did you lIke best about it?
Caribbean - Not a favorite...way too much walking to get anywhere within the resort (the only trip we had blisters upon blisters); the busses were a hot mess (probably better with Skyliner); not crazy about the dining options; the main pool was overcrowded, and the room was too small.
ASM - Liked it more than Caribbean because it was more condensed, & it was a great value option when money was tight. The main pool was large enough to not be overwhelmed by large crowds. All that was missing was a slide.
Beach Club - Loved everything about it, especially Stormalong Bay, and outstanding dining options. I just wish the rooms were larger, and that it was located near Magic Kingdom, which is why we haven't been back. We will definitely do a split stay in the future so I can get my MK fix.
Contemporary - Loved everything about it. We were fortunate to have a very high tower room just below Club Level with a Bay Lake view. Dining and shopping options were excellent. Proximity to monorail and MK was AMAZING. LOVED the theming and large room size. Unfortunately with Incredibles theming taking over, I doubt that we will return. I am SO glad that we stayed there before that happened.
Polynesian - The overall immersive theming makes it our all-time favorite WDW resort. We love 'Ohana and Captain Cooks, but we do wish there was a high-end dining option. Fortunately, high-end options are just a monorail ride away. We are very much looking forward to staying in the new rooms on our next visit.
Disneyland Hotel - LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! It is similar to the Contemporary, but it is very much a historical feeling of Walt Disney...his presence is felt everywhere. I felt a sense of Disney MAGIC at the Disneyland Hotel, Downtown Disney, and all of Disneyland like I have never felt in WDW making it my FAVORITE Disney destination so far.
What's your Disney fantasy?
DD's future wedding at the Grand Floridian Wedding Pavilion. We plan to take a short trip staying at the Polynesian to meet with the wedding planner a year before. Then we will stay at the GF (Club Level?) for the week of wedding festivities. I will be giving her away with my DH, and a perk will be riding in Cinderella's Coach with them to the Chapel. DD will honeymoon at the Poly, and we will stay on at the GF for a couple of days, then move to the Beach Club for a couple more days while she honeymoons (We will make a point of avoiding her and her new husband).