January 2010, Accomodation for family of 5!

[Zeike]

Hi folks, we are hoping to get back to WDW January 2010. Me and DW, a by then 8 year old and a pair of twins by then 2 years and 10 months. We hope some good offer gets out by that time.

I guess our questions would be many, like when would be good to start planning?, which resort would better fit a big family (were thinking on the Music Family Suites)? does the Disney Marathon weekend brings much crowds? should we skip to the week after the marathon? we just need a break, and of course are thinking DISNEY!!!!.

Thanks for your time and any advice. Last time we were there was in may 08 at the All Sports. Have a good one!!

Ed!

[Disney1977]

We are also a party of 5 and we stayed at the Fort Wilderness Cabins. They were great for us. You can put the little kids to bed early and the adults can stay awake in the living room.

In January avoid the MLK holiday week, it can be crowded. The last week of January 2009 had very light crowds.

Have a great trip.

[SFTrny]

Another vote for the FW cabins here. Having your own kitchen could be very useful with the young ones. Also gives you a place to come backto, relax and recharge if the parks wear them out early in the day.

[diz_girl]

Another vote for FW cabins. Since you have smaller children, you'll probably spend much of your time at MK and FW has the boat directly to MK. You also have relatively easy access to WL and the monorail resorts and their dining options.

But if your budget is tighter, the the All-Star suites or Alligator Bayou at Port Orleans are also good options.