[Dana]

September is a good time to go to WDW. There are virtually NO crowds. I'm sure POFQ is a fine place to stay, but if you are looking for a place to view the Wishes (fireworks) I think you will have to go for the Polynesian. You can view it from the beach there. You don't have to stay there, however, you can just visit the resort on the night of wishes and view it from the beach. Why pay all that extra just to view Wishes for one night when you can do it for free? The Unofficial Guide is a great "realistic" guide book but don't take every word to heart. It's a bit blunt in places and will turn you off of certain things by the way it's presented. Grab a the Passporter Guide. Same information but put in a nicer way..lol Your DS will love the All Stars BTW. Very cute resorts for young kids.

If I were on a major budget and looking for extra ways to save money, I would go in September (value season) and stay at the All Stars. Double money saved. The resorts are at their lowest costs and the crowds are nonexistant allowing you to walk on the rides with little or no waits. The parks close earlier, but you will have more than enough time to see everything you want. Keep in mind that Wishes and Spectro Magic may not be shown every night at this time of year. It was shown on Tuesday and Saturday night when I was there in January. Check the days and times for these.