Yeah, I agree with Gary. They are impressive. I guess the container/ pond you would have to house them in would have to be pretty bullet-proof. I read they have spike thorns all under the undersides of those grand pads. Ouch ! Great shots orchidboy; thanks LP

Been many times over the past 39 yrs... The unbiased opinion to your question, which I see in terms of capitalism, is no, they charge what the market will bear. They have a completely over-the-top uniqueness that affords this luxury. To answer it personally, I spent some time considering it last month and decided my personal finances didn't justify it. I can use the same amount of money to have fun all summer. But if I had more money this year, I would be going when school lets out. It really is fun, feels like there is no "real world" while you're there. I've done it all sorts of ways. The most enjoyable, psychologically, is to do a plan that includes everything you know you want - hotel room you like, number of meals per day, added activities like golf. If you can get over the shock of, and the actual expense before you go, it's a much better and smoother experience. You will feel very pampered. sungil woo, if you had done more research before your trip, you would have learned about fast pass, probably have been able to buy the entrance tickets and harry potter tickets ahead of time, had a chance to hear from others about their experiences, seen pictures, etc... You may have decided you would not enjoy it, or you may have known more about how to make the most of your time there. They did not take any money which you did not give willingly, prices are in print for all to see.

Monica - Visiting Disney World with your little granddaughter sounds like tons of fun! Jae TN - My first visit to the original Disneyland was for my 5th birthday too, and that was their opening year. I still remember what a great time I had, and I'm sure your dgd will too. Disneyland is less than an hour's drive for us, and it's so long since we've gone there. You are making me think it is time to fit the Magic Kingdom into our busy schedule.

Oh, I just love Disney. We've only been to Disneyland, since we live on the West Coast, but I wish we could go more often. My inlaws treated the entire family to a Disney trip 4 years ago for my FIL's 70th birthday. We rented a suite at the Disney Resort. So much fun! Sheryl