[CRCrazy]

Welcome to Passporter Janet!

Good luck in your decision - I'm going to go against the crowd, and say that I agree with you, and feel that the Contemporary might be better for you.

I've never stayed at the CR concierge level, but I have at AKL and the Poly, and I agree with you. While the Poly was nice - it didn't have that magical, luxurious feel. The food/beverages at the lounge had a major cafeteria feel to it. The AKL concierge staff and lounge, however, were wonderful!

I have 2 teens, 15 and 17 on our last trip, and they love the Contemporary! While the pool is nicer at the BC, and the access to Epcot is nice - my girls loved the Contemporary for the shopping and the arcade for their downtime. Amanda liked being able to work out in the exercise room, and then go for a run around the grounds. The walk to the MK is great, and my girls, while they love Epcot, and Amanda likes MGM (Jennie doesn't like deep thrill rides - she'll ride Space/Splash - that's her limit.), really like the traditional MK attractions - and while Epcot closes at 9 - MK is often open later. If your family is parasailing - you'll be at the CR anyway - I'd just hang there. Just my opinion of course.

Good luck with your decision - they are both great options.