As DVC members, this was my husband and my 6th trip in 7 years. I recently shared a tip regarding the character breakfast at Cinderella's castle. There is an observation deck available at no charge. You have to walk through the very loud and very busy California Grill - but you can take a drink out with you and see the fireworks. Nice place for adults only or if you have a pass that doesn't allow you to visit more than one park in a day, you can still get a great view of the show at no charge.
People usually veer to the right.
So veer to the left when you can. This can be booked 60 days in advance, and apparently sells out quickly. Breakfast is all you care to eat and was served at the table by a waitress that always addressed us as M'Lord, M'Lady and Princesses. All of these characters chatted briefly, signed autographs and posed for numbers of pictures at each table. Many of the little girls there came to eat dressed as princesses.