Hi Michelle! I love the festive holiday season at Walt Disney World...you're in for a fabulous treat.
Ahh the big dilemma... stay close to the "city" or the exotic "suburbs"?
I recently stayed at
Disney's Boardwalk Villas
and it was amazing. You'll feel transported to a simpler time and place
with Disney elegence. And nothing beats being able to stroll to Epcot
to watch the beauty of "Illuminations: Reflections of Earth" explode over the World Showcase Lagoon.
BUT...
Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani Village
is our home resort and it will always be my favorite Walt Disney World
resort because there is no other place like it anywhere!
If you
haven't had a chance to stay at the wondrous Kidani Village you owe it
yourself to experience the majestic surroundings of this one of a kind
place. Opt for a savannah view and you'll be blown away with seeing the
beauty and splendor of the wild animals from your balcony.
You're right Animal Kingdom Lodge is a trek from Disney's Magic Kingdom. Epcot and Hollywood Studios, but you do have access to
complimentary resort transportation which makes frequent pick-ups from each of the Walt Disney Resorts. Of course if you have your own car you can save time by driving to where you want to go.
No matter where you decide to stay, both are fantastic choices so I know you'll have a wonderful time.
~Juliette