We are going to wdw in May with a 8, 7 and 3year old. Where is the best place to eat. Also does it pay to buy the package where you eat and them watch fantasmic at mgm. If there are any other suggest we would be so happy to hear.

I find that it's worth it to eat at sit-down restaurants in Disney as opposed to counter service. A sandwich and soda can cost you $8, whereas you can get etouffe and a drink at House of Blue for $15 or $20. But it's waaay more satisfying.

Your kids will love a character breakfast -- my favorite has always been the one at the Contemporary, but a lot of people also like the Princess breakfast at Cinderella's Castle. House of Blues is great, and the restaurants in World Showcase at Epcot are always a good bet. (My favorites are Japan, and the pastries in "France.")

Never tried to package at MGM, but Fantasmic is free with a park pass, so...not sure what you'd be gaining.

The Fantasmic dining allows you to eat a sit down dinner, and then get better (not necessarily the best seating) seating at the Fantasmic show. Otherwise, you have to show up early to get a good spot ad then wait for the show.

If you're going in May, you probably won't have a huge problem getting a seat at Fantasmic. If better seats mean closer to the front, keep in mind two things: 1) that you'll have to crane your neck to see the fireworks, which go off RIGHT overhead, and 2) that there are some loud noises (including a gunshot that makes me jump out of my skin every time) so your younger kids may appreciate "bad" seats. The show is BIG and there's stadiums seating-- it's not like the parades, where you can miss the action if you don't get the best spot.

May is good. Are you going to Epcot? The revolving restaurant at "The Land" has homestyle cooking and my kids loved it. They saw characters there, too. There's a decent food court in the Land, too, with some healthy choices if you are in the grab n go mood.

There is no bad seat at the Fantasmic - it is right there in front of you - and yes - loud. The tables are set up at the top behind general seating.

You didn't say what park(s) you will be visiting. One character meal is really fun - just don't be too rough on the kids when they don't eat onything - they are tooooo excited when Mickey, Pluto, etc. come to their table. You might be too late already to reserve a meal. Make reservations quick, quick. Don't go to the one in the Swan. One charater comes around. Our little ones liked the Polynesian resort breakfast and we had Chip & Dale, Mickey and Goofy they had a conga line and then came to each table. MGM has a diner that is fun. The waiters and waitresses are sassy and interact with families. I recommend that. At EPCOT the sit down Italian meals are always a hit with kids. You can ask for the lunch menu even at supper. The German restuarant has a little show and the buffet has brats, chicken, etc. and the kids liked it too. Have fun.

Geckolips -- is that the diner where you sit in cars like a drive-thru theater? If so, I totally second your recommendation. Great burgers!

You can check out menus at www.allearsnet.com

There is a free Campfire Sing-Along with Chip & Dale at the WDW Fort Wilderness Campground. It generally begins around 7 p.m. during the fall/winter season and 8 p.m. after the time changes in April through the summer. It is held near the Meadow Trading Post in the campfire area. The program begins with a sing-along led by a Disney cast member (if you've seen "Barney", you know these songs) and a marshmallow roast around two campfire rings. You may bring your own marshmallows or buy them at the Chuckwagon (roasting sticks and marshmallows are $2, s'mores kit is around $5). You may also buy pizza, hot dogs, candy, nachos, juice, popcorn, sodas, coffee, beer and other refreshments at the Chuckwagon. While this is going on, Chip and Dale make an appearance to visit with guests and sign autographs. The sing-along lasts about 40 minutes. Next, one or two Disney animated features, depending upon the season, are shown on a large outdoor screen. Seating is available in bleachers or on benches. There is also plenty of room to lay out a quilt or blanket. The movie schedule is posted at all comfort stations. In the event of rain, the sing-along is still held on the porch of the Meadow Trading Post.

We did this with our daughters and they loved it. Just take the Fort Wilderness bus from any of the theme parks or Downtown Disney. They have their own internal bus system with will take you to the "Meadow Trading Post" Area.

The campground also has a free petting zoo and pony rides (about $3 each) that close earlier in the afternoon. These are in the "Settlement Trading Post" area. The "Trail's End Buffeteria" is considered one of WDW's best values for a meal. If you have a free day (or your arrival day), you can go early and see the petting zoo, get a nice supper, and then head over to the Sing-Along.

We have always loved the character breakfast at Chef Mickey's in the Contemporary. However, if your children are girls and into the princesses or Pooh, you might want to choose a different location. Our favorite character dinner is at the Liberty Tree Tavern in the Magic Kingdom. The food is served family style at your table...turkey, roast beef, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, veggies (if my memory is right..it has been three years) and it doesn't seem rushed. Mickey, Minnie and friends come around and spend a lot of time posing for pictures. We have eaten here twice and plan to do it again next time we are there -- same with Chef Mickey's.