Never had the same emotional attachment to Illuminations that I did to Wishes. Just hearing the music would make me tear up, just seemed classic Disney, with the character voices narrating, music, Tink flying, etc of course with castle backdrop for fireworks. Luckily saw it one more time the fall before they announced it was ending, but would have seen again if we could have made arrangements. If there we would see Illuminations again, but wouldn't make a special trip, but I know many others will as it is their special show. However, agree in Aug. it will probably not be crazy, and as PP mentioned, so many more spots to see from in WS. But knowing you have dessert party is nice to not have to worry about finding a spot and just enjoy it!