May 2008 code watch

[KATIESMOMMY]

Didnt see one started so I thought I would get it going!!
We will be there May 17-28th!

[jtovey56]

Also planning a trip for May 21-28. I can hardly wait.
Jim

[fraggle551]

we'll be there as well!

[keliblue]

count us in.. May 1-10 :yay:

[FLA NUT]

Looking at 23-31. Can't wait!!!!! :banana:

[sfbank]

Count us in!! May 20th-29th!!:cool1: I can't wait!!!:woohoo:

[KATIESMOMMY]

Well they changed our school schedule so now we are going later in May, hope Memorial Day crowds are too bad!

[lovmy2girls]

Getting started early! :cool1: We will be there I'm sure, last week in May till June 3rd or so, not exactly sure on the dates. :yay:

[izzyBandlivismom]

Count me in!! We are going May 23 - June 2. :) I can't wait!

[4 Little Bears]

Going May 18-30--I'm gonna celebrate the big 36 birthday while I'm there...I can hardly wait!!!

[SeaSpray]

Count us in too! Just decided last night to go back to WDW next May :banana: Due to DSs' school/college finals/exams schedule, we're currently looking at May 18 - 23, at the Polynesian resort.

At this point, I'd just like to see what the new 2008 rates will be! LOL I'm also wondering if they'll be offering the AAA rates right away or not? :confused3 I'd like to at least get the AAA discount, if not an AP or general-use discount, closer to May. :cool2:

[mmmsarah3]

I will be there too for my DFTW!! May 18-24

[libinatorsmom]

We Just Booked!!!! May 9 - 17 2008!!!!!!!!!! Woo Hoo

[bluedolph1n]

We are going May 3 - 10 , Pop this time. We will arrive earlier in Florida ( I'm Dutch ;) ) and will go from Miami, to Key West, Fort Myers, and finally a week to Disneyworld. :cool1:

Kind regards, Sandra

[Payton45]

I'll be going as well May 1st to May 7. Should be fun, Deluxe Dinning Plan here we come!

[ImagineerM]

Hoping for an AP code for May 26-June 1

[tiggerman]

we will be there May 1-7. Staying at POR.

[katiedid36]

Count us in too! We will be there May 25-May 31st! DD will be turning 7 during our stay. She doesn't know we are going again!!! ;) We are probably going to stay at POP but we would love to stay at WL...

[DisneyDad3]

We'll be at BC Villas the 17th to the 24th in a 2 bedroom. Celebrating our 25th Anniversary and our oldest son's college graduation! Great AAA rate!

[mello]

We have some of our nights booked at BCV, but we're hoping for a good rate at one of the monorail hotels for a couple nights as well.

Doing a Grand Gathering for 17 people, so we'll need a few rooms...

[luchamouse]

That's our month too!

I feel like I'm wishing my life away...

[sjaakie]

Count us in too. GF seven days.:cool1:

[Desiree]

We'll be there too. I'm just not sure yet of the dates. Probably towards the end of the month but hopefully not during Memorial Day.

[mermaid86]

:confused: :confused: I'm having some huge debates in my head whether to go in May or June. Can anyone tell me what Memorial Day crowds are like?? My theory is that going in May as opposed to June will be less people since there is still a majority of kids in school in May compared to June. Here is where my dilemma falls... DBF and I have our college graduation May 17th. My sister has her high school graduation June 7th. And Memorial Day weekend falls inbetween there. UNLESS we go May 27th (day AFTER memoral day) into the first week of June :confused3 Would that even make a difference? Any advice or opinions would be greatly appreciated :love:

[Nemo32]

I'm keeping my fingers crossed for May 4th - May 11th! :goodvibes

[jodi16s]

We will be there 5/10 - 5/18! I don't know how I am going to handle this long wait... uhh!

[AnninIowa]

Subscribing!! We're hoping to go the first week in May! :cool1:

[GlowingEye]

Woot! :banana: :maleficen :goofy: going in May. Week of the 18, probably the Poly. *Happy Dance*:dance3:

[GinnyFavers]

I'm hoping to go May 28 - June 2 or 8, depends on what we can afford by then, and when Star Wars Weekends start.

[katiedid36]

I did it!!! I went for the splurge! I booked at WL. We have always wanted to stay there & figured it would be the last time DS would have free admission. Only 287 days to go!! :banana:

[mello]

I'm hoping to go May 28 - June 2 or 8, depends on what we can afford by then, and when Star Wars Weekends start.

I hope they go back to May though because we'll have a big group and changing everyone's vacation dates would be nearly impossible.

[SeaSpray]

I hope they go back to May though because we'll have a big group and changing everyone's vacation dates would be nearly impossible.

When do the Star Wars Weekends usually start and end? Thanks :)

[mello]

When do the Star Wars Weekends usually start and end? Thanks :)

Well, for the last few years they seemed to start around the 2nd weekend of May and end about the last weekend of May or first one in June. Sometimes they'll add an extra week or so on the end. But this year they changed it to all weekends in June. It seems that the change was to avoid conflict with SW 30th anniversary things going on in California, but nobody seems to know for sure if they're putting it back in May or keeping it in June next year. Maybe they don't even know yet? I'm thinking that in general since May is a slower time, they like to do more special events to get people into the parks then, and don't really need extra things to get people there in June. So I'm betting on May, but who knows???

[Along4theRide]

Okay, so were going to go in August, but we decided to move it up to May. We're thinking about May 29-June 3rd. We went for the first time the end of May this year and LOVED it!! We just gotta get back there!!

[ddstratton]

We'll be at the Pop Century from the 12th thru the 21st. Our first trip to Disney!! :cool1:

[stanley]

Subscribing.
Niece will be playing with her HS band Memorial Day weekend.
May make a trip with sis and family to see her.

[jtovey56]

Still waiting on a code, a deal of some kind. We're going the third or forth week of May. Last time went 1st week of June with no deal.
Please Disney, Please, a code for May.
Jim

[C-CMom]

Subscribing :wizard:

[spicemom]

Booked for May also!
The 12th-17th:cool1:

[AnninIowa]

This next trip will be our first for May - in the past we've done October and February. Wondering for those who have done May before, how far in advance did you book? I'm not keen on booking now so early. We'll want the AKL, standard room with pool view.

Thanks for any help!!

[mom2aredhead]

We were there this past May 12-19 and had a GREAT trip! I tried to talk my husband into going back in Dec for some holiday festivities, but he wouldn't budge, so it'll be mid-May again for us!
To answer PP, I think last time I booked around Dec/Jan, then was able to apply a code when it came out. I booked, changed, and re-booked the trip so many times (AAA vs AP vs code) my husband swore we would not even have a room when we got there. And we'll be staying at AKL too - standard room with fingers crossed for a free savannah upgrade as was the case for our last 2 trips. :goodvibes Still not sure about DDP - we did without it up until now, and I'm not sold on the changes for next year. Plenty of time to decide I suppose...
And I'm probably in the minority, (and I know this sounds selfish) but I'm hoping that SWW stay in June only. We had really nice low crowds during our last trip.

[pastaff]

3rd-10th. We are staying at CBR, booked w/DU and hoping for discount code to become available!!! Travelling w/dh,ds-almost 5 at time of travel, and my sister. Patty

[auntsister]

We are planning on going again in 2008 probably arount the 18th and staying 6 nights. I have AAA for this visit, I went This year in May without it. Can anyone tell me the best way to book with the discount? I see that there are codes at times but I don't know what the codes are or how to get them.
I am taking my DD and her 2 children as well as my 10 y/o son so need to save all I can, especially with the changes in the DDP this year. Two of the children will be over 10 and counted as adults but I checked the prices on what we would spend OOP and I think the DDP is still a better deal unless I want to leave the resorts which I don't!
We are thinking of staying at the POR so we can get the trundle bed and can all 5 be in 1 room. I really want to stay at a WDW resort, p;an to relax and park the car until time to check out!:)

[MR BUTCHIE]

see ya at the mouses house may 3rd can't wait[/B]

[branv]

Joining in! We're taking a short park trip pre-DCL, 5/8-5/11. Staying at our first deluxe, WL! :cool1:

I went on Mousesavers to find the historical codes for May ( http://www.mousesavers.com/historicalwdwdiscounts.html#codechart) So from what I read, well....Ugh. Seems not much for the average visitor. 2005/2006 was sparse, and in 2007 they ended before Memorial week. I guess we'll just have to wait and see! They are posted like this Dates can use Code, Code Type, Date Code was Released and are pasted below:


2004

4/18/04-6/5/04
"available to anyone" code for Ft. Wilderness campsites & cabins
1/20/04, exp 3/31/04

4/18/04-7/4/04
room-only discount for Disney's Visa cardholders
2/21/04, exp 4/17/04

4/18/04-7/4/04
room-only discount for Florida residents who are also Disney's Visa cardholders
2/22/04, exp 4/17/04

4/18/04-7/4/04
package discounts for Disney's Visa cardholders
2/22/04, exp 4/17/04

4/18/04-7/4/04
package discounts for general public
3/9/04, exp 4/17/04

4/18/04-7/4/04
"available to anyone" room-only code
3/9/04, exp 4/17/04

4/18/04-7/4/04
Annual Passholder room-only rates
3/9/04, exp 7/4/04

4/18/04-7/4/04
Florida resident room-only code
3/9/04, exp 7/4/04

2005

4/17/05-7/4/05
Annual Passholder room-only rates
3/9/05, exp 7/4/05

4/17/05-7/4/05
Florida resident room-only code
3/10/05, exp 7/4/05

2006

4/23/06-6/3/06
package discount for Disney Rewards Visa cardholders
2/20/06, exp 3/30/06

4/23/06-6/3/06
Annual Passholder room-only rates
2/22/06, exp 6/3/06

4/23/06-6/3/06
Florida resident room-only rates
2/23/06, exp 6/3/06

2007

4/15/07- 5/23/07
package and room-only discounts for general public
3/8/07, exp 4/14/07

4/15/07-5/24/07
Annual Passholder room-only rates (until approx. 3/6/07, the check-in dates were 4/15/07-6/2/07)
2/21/07, exp 5/24/07

4/15/07-6/2/07
package discounts for general public
1/11/07, exp 2/18/07

4/15/07-6/2/07
Florida resident room-only rates
2/22/07, exp 6/2/07

[Padstack]

:thumbsup2 Thank you branv. I tried to do something similar, but it was taking way too long to figure out.

It looks like we will have to wait until at least January to find out about codes for May. I'm already booked through AAA and am happy with my rate. Any more would just be a bonus.

[JustMinnie]

We're going in May(23rd-31st) as well, although we haven't booked anything yet. We want to stay at CS and was going to wait until Nov or Dec to book, maybe I'd better not wait that long. My brother has AAA, so he's going to look into booking thru them.

[Jill2150]

We are going April 29-May 3rd, count me in!

[CLynnJones]

We will be back at Fort Wilderness from May 22 to June 7th!! I'll be checking in with all of you a lot in the coming months. I was able to save a little over $100 yesterday with a AAA discount. I'm going to keep trying back for an
AP discount. Good Luck to us all!!:wizard: :cheer2:

[GlowingEye]

Woot! Just put a hold on the room through AAA! Bokking within the next week! Disney on my B-day!

[mkcvol]

We are planning a trip may 1-9. Myself, my wife, and 2 boys 4 and 9 months.
We are trying to decide what would be best to do for this time. Does anyone remember any codes for non annual pass people for this time period last year? Did they run and dining plan specials or anything during this time?
Thanks and cannot wait to go back.

MKCVOL

[Boatingmom]

Going too 4/25 through 5/2. Will make it a week later to save $ if I have to

[jmpurdy]

Our entire family, including grandson and not-born-yet baby will be at POP May 5-11, 2008. All our kids are adults and Disney is our favorite place to be together. Our son lives in Oregon and will also fly out to be with us.
He has not been on EE yet, so we can't wait to enjoy that with him!
:goodvibes

[PolyAddict]

May 24-31 here!!!!:thumbsup2

[mcco5543]

Just jumping on the code bandwagon. ..where do I look for them (besides here of course!!) I want to be able to help find them for all of us too!

[tarheelmjfan]

I'm joining the party too. :cool1: I looked for this thread using the search function, but it didn't come up. mcco5543, thanks for bumping it up, so I could find it. :)

[tarheelmjfan]

I'll be going as well May 1st to May 7. Should be fun, Deluxe Dinning Plan here we come!


May 1st is our arrival date also. I can't decide whether we should book the DDDP or pay OOP & eat at the nicer restaurants that don't accept the dining plan. We're wanting to stay in an Epcot area resort, but haven't decided which one. Naturally, if we choose S/D, we won't be able to book the dining plan anyway. I'm glad I've got a while to decide. :rolleyes1

[jstbcuz]

We're going May 27th to June 4th. Looking for a good rate on hotels tho havent decided which one for sure yet.

[BigGreen73]

05/05/2008 - 05/14/2008 for us!!! We will be staying at Pop Century. :hippie:

[Alice42]

count me in! :goodvibes :hourglass :cloud9:

[SkrapKat]

Booked AAA for last week of may went last year in may and had a great time.

[plutospup]

We're looking at a May 31st arrival!

[Scorpio1112]

Hi All,

We've never been and all this AP/Code talk is foreign! No idea whatsover :confused3 ! Where do I look -- is this some postcard I might rip up as junk mail (referring to items coming in the mail :eek: ). Is there a forum where I can learn this new lingo? Is joining AAA all that if you have your ressies already?

We will be May 17th - 27th with (ok I did learn the abbreviations I think) 5 nights at CSR and 5 nights at Poly.

so I think subscribing here will maybe get me an in to whatever you are talking about!

Can't wait (I hope since the first time will be 10 nights :banana: )

Sherri

[Kelash265]

We are going May 19-28, but I can't decide on a hotel! I would like to book soon, so I guess I better make a decision. Leaning towards Pop, but was thinking of upgrading. Need a coupon

[Disneylvr]

We will be there in early May! Still deciding on a resort though but I hope that decision is made today. We are trying to decide between the 1 bedroom villas at WL, OKW and Saratoga Springs.

[abacobaby]

Count us in for early May as well:banana:

[TotalSnowWhite]

May 27-June 2 at the Poly or GF...we haven't decided yet.

Surprise 3rd & 6th birthday, university graduation & 51st anniversary trip!!

[ReneeA]

We are considering May 17-25 to celebrate the end of my nursing school semester! I'll be so happy...half done!! :banana:

[katiedid36]

We are considering May 17-25 to celebrate the end of my nursing school semester! I'll be so happy...half done!! :banana:

Renee, are you going to Macomb? I just started back to school to get the basics out of the way. I go to Henry Ford in Dearborn & I anticipate starting the nursing program in 2 years :cool1:

[ladybug0103]

Ok this is my first post but I am subscribing and will be at Disney the 4th through the 9th. This will be my 8th trip and my husbands 2nd. His first was our honeymoon May 07. He's already been turned into a true disney fanatic!

[MR BUTCHIE]

need some advice on who to book with aaa dw or independent ta will i have any trouble with any of these if i want to change my rate if a better discount comes out also is it better to book everything seperate or just do a package

[ReneeA]

need some advice on who to book with aaa dw or independent ta will i have any trouble with any of these if i want to change my rate if a better discount comes out also is it better to book everything seperate or just do a package


You shouldn't have any trouble changing if a code comes out with either a regular travel agent or AAA. I have the best luck with contacting Disney Reservations directly. If you get a good one, it seems like they will dig around to see if you can get a good deal.

As for booking a room only or package...unless there is a good promo going on, it all seems to add up to the same price whichever way you book it.

[ReneeA]

Renee, are you going to Macomb? I just started back to school to get the basics out of the way. I go to Henry Ford in Dearborn & I anticipate starting the nursing program in 2 years :cool1:

Sent you a pm. :goodvibes

[LoveMyLAP-BAND]

Hi,

Subscribing. Planning May 12 for a few nights at GF to celebrate my 40th:eek: birthday!

[logansmummy]

:woohoo:We are going May 1-May 10. My son is going to miss 4 days of school.:teacher: He is in PreSchool so, as long as he makes back in time for graduation I don't care if he misses a couple days. WHOO HOOO!!!:rotfl: Please tell me its MAY:hourglass Isn't this terrible, I've already started my to do list...I've even started shopping for a new bag for the parks. We go there every year, but as I stated in my last post..this is our first trip my hubby, and son by ourselves to DISNEY!! We love our families but we want to go it alone!!!! We won't know how to behave or what to do...:yay: :dance3: :rotfl2:

[logansmummy]

We book our rooms and tickets through Disney but book our car and plane through independent agent.... Get better deals.

[sfbank]

Count us in May 20th-May29th--can't wait. Staying at our beloved Boardwalk!! DD is bringing her best friend!:thumbsup2

[senecabeach]

Joining this thread...

Scheduled 5/7 through 5/21 !!!:woohoo:

[prekteacher]

I Am Going May 3- 8 Can Not Wait. I Have Not Been In 17 Years.

[cttjones]

subscribing hoping to be there May 23-30th!:yay:

[Boundin]

subscribing to thread Be there early May not sure of exact date yet!

[bubblie]

We will be at POR May 7 -14. Can not wait.:dance3:

[tinkerone]

subscribing:cool1:

[tinkerone]

do they have promos in may? anyone know?:confused3 i am booked but it would be nice to get a little something (like a big discount).:surfweb:

[Wibess]

We are taking our son for his and a friend for his graduation trip. I am hoping there will be discounts also!::goodvibes We plan to stay at OKW in a 2 b'room villa. With teenagers you need the extra space:woohoo:

[JLKennedy]

Subscribing as well. I've already booked with AAA for September 6-14 at WL wood's view room w/ DDDP, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for some discount too!

[TinaMedley]

We are going in May 10-17, 2008. Hope they have some good ones!!!

[burberryplaid]

Joining...we're hoping to go down May 5-12 or thereabouts

[mousehouselover]

Count us in! May 18-24 POR to celebrate DD#2 14th b-day!!! It's our first b-day trip so I'm not sure what all we'll wind up doing. We've already gotten dining requests (thankfully we have DxDP) and we want to have a really special day for our middle child.

:hourglass :surfweb: Will anxiously await code announcements.

[therealleigh]

Subscribing.

We are planning on May10-17, it will be our first trip to WDW. I am very excited.

[wezee]

Hoping to squeeze in a long weekend trip in May.

[MR BUTCHIE]

i just recieved 3 quotes from 3 different sources and they were all the same why bother shopping around if every one has the same prices

[jfite9]

Subscribing.....returning for our 2nd trip to the World May 26-June 1

[rie4630]

We will be there May1st thru 9th.:yay:

[TandCmum]

we will be there 30th april thru to 18th may. Already booked for the 18 nights at pop century on a package booked through a UK operator but hoping to have 2/3 nights at the poly as a treat at the end of the trip if a good deal comes out.

Really excited as haven't been in May before and will be there for my birthday

[Scorpio1112]

:) Is any one keeping a list of who is going/when and where??? If not, I'd be happy to maintain a list??? Perhaps as a separate post... I may have missed it if one exists, if so, please point me there ;)

If not, I'll just scan this list and and create one? Let me know!

Sherri :wizard:

[CRZYINNJ]

Hi. Subscribing to this list. We're planning on going 5/2 - 5/9 - can't wait. Thinking we're going to stay at the Wilderness Lodge as we want to be close to the monorail circuit with our 2 DD's.

[tinawv]

Keeping my fingers crossed. We are looking at May 15-25. Those dates may change if my daughter gets out of nursing school a little earlier.

Cheering for May discounts. :cheer2:

[CBoysMomLovesDisney]

Planning our second family trip for May - no exact dates yet. Just getting started.

We watched the travel channel today - a few hours of disney. Now I am really in the mood to start the planning.................

[loser1824]

Yeah! We are heading to DW to celebrate my college (Masters degree) graduation!!! Myself, DH and DS age 8 will be heading May 7-17! We'll be staying at POP Century!! I want to book Cinderellas Royal Table for May 12th because I want to be dining at her table during my graduation!!

I can't wait! I don't know if it's the anticipation of getting my thesis finally done or if it's the anticipation of just going to DW!! :rotfl:

[wezee]

If we can't arrange a trip in Jan. or Feb. want to go at least sometime in May '08, for a long weekend. Already plan to visit Oct. 08 for 10 days.

[TotalSnowWhite]

Subscribing!! First big family trip May 27-June 2!!

[Disneytwinz]

May 2008 here too. Just Dh and I this time for a short 4 day trip. Still excited especially since we will be on our own this time. May 6-9th!

[barbeml]

We're thinking about a family & friends trip in May, so I'll wait with you guys! Fingers are crossed for a good deal.

[ashleypmo]

i just recieved 3 quotes from 3 different sources and they were all the same why bother shopping around if every one has the same prices

If you go w/ an experienced Disney TA, the advantage is that they will know the special promos & GP codes as soon as they come out and apply them to your trip. If you go on your own, by the time you find out about a code, it may be sold out.

Sherri--I think the idea of maintaining a list of who's going when in May would be fab! I would love to keep my eye out for fellow dissers!

We will be there May 3-11, ASMo for the first 6 nights, and then switching to WL if we can get a decent discount....although now that I've been dreaming about WL, I may not have the self control to tell myself "only with a discount!"

[nursemelis374]

We'll be there too! A friend and I are doing WDW from May 13th through 17th and then a Carnival cruise from the 17th to the 24th!!! Hoping to stay at POFQ!!

[newmommie77]

Dh and I are going May 16-19 at Disney and May 19-21 at Universal....and NO KIDS!!! O this will be the first time in forever we are doing this. It is to celebrate my getting out of the ARMY!!!! Rock on!!! And waiting for codes.

[wdhinn89]

:surfweb:

[pkasbohm]

We are going in May as well. I think our dates will be the 24th-31st. Would love to stay at the poly if we get a good code.

[PolyAddict]

We are going in May as well. I think our dates will be the 24th-31st. Would love to stay at the poly if we get a good code.

Those are our dates, right now I have 2 AAA room rate rooms at POP but have high hopes for an upgrade, code or no code!!!!

here's hoping:banana:

[PrincessSuzanne]

Count me in, I am taking my mom and a friend from work April 30 to May 3, 2008 for Flower and Garden Festival "Fun in the Sun"

Suzanne princess:

[Navysailor_disneyfan]

Going to be there may 11-17 for happy 10 year of marriage:banana: 1st trip for wife and kids to WDW(they been to DL a few time but it not the same):woohoo:

[junebug88]

I am going May 4-10 staying at the Pop. I can't wait to take the kids, it will be there first time.

[Jordans_Mommie]

I am planning to go May 29 - June 2, to celebrate my son's 4th birthday. It will be just the two of us.

[HelenePA]

Can't make up my mind between May and October for next year.. pro's of going in May are we still dont have to pay for my son who'll turn 3 in June... Dont know if we'll be booking thru disney or our timeshare. Looking to book Beach Club this time around! We went last May and had a blast!!!!

[CarKey]

This thread is so long so forgive me for jumping on and asking questions that have probably been answered! We are going to book May 2-10 at POR or ASMo, still undecided. We have AAA. What other offers are you all waiting on/hoping for? I'll wait with you!

[MinnieMommy]

subscribing :surfweb:

[HelenePA]

This thread is so long so forgive me for jumping on and asking questions that have probably been answered! We are going to book May 2-10 at POR or ASMo, still undecided. We have AAA. What other offers are you all waiting on/hoping for? I'll wait with you!

Last year a 40% code came out for select dates in May. We paid about 49$ a night over at Sports.. :thumbsup2 But while at disney we fell in love with the beach and yacht club.. its :scared1: for price so unless a code comes out or I can book thru my timeshare for about 199$ a week.. we'll be going back to the values for awhile!

[Jordans_Mommie]

I have a reservation for POP for May 29 - June 2, but I am now considering going May 15 - May 19. I am traveling alone with my 3 year old, so I am mostly concerned with decreased crowds. His birthday is June 2, which was the reason for my original date, but now I am thinking the earlier date may be better as school is still in session for most. Any suggestions?

[HelenePA]

I have a reservation for POP for May 29 - June 2, but I am now considering going May 15 - May 19. I am traveling alone with my 3 year old, so I am mostly concerned with decreased crowds. His birthday is June 2, which was the reason for my original date, but now I am thinking the earlier date may be better as school is still in session for most. Any suggestions?


I was there last year this EXACT time may 29 thru june 6 2007. crowds were great.. Gays days is usually around this time and we also got hit with star wars weekend AND the flower and garden show.. you'll just need to plan your days around weekends and days like that.. for the most part we NEVER waited more than 20 minutes for a ride (okay except for dumbo.. WHY OH WHY did my daughter want to wait almost an hour to go on that??) I'm really thinking this is better for us than October plus we'll save almost 1k by not having to pay for our son and NO i'm NOT cheating the system he'll turn 3 June 24th :thumbsup2

[spicemom]

popcorn::

[punkin413]

we're actually going april 27 - may 2. we rented points at SSR for those 5 nights, but i want to add on another night with my AP rate. can't wait for january/february to see what that rate will be!

i'm an AP newbie and have a few questions.

1. what's the "usual" AP rate for DVC resorts this time of year? the night we're adding is a friday night if that makes a difference (may 2nd).

2. the only blackouts they have are around holidays, right?

2. should i go ahead and book a room at SSR at the regular "disney" price just to be safe? i wasn't sure if they actually have to rebook the room when i call with the AP code or if they just take my existing reservation and change the price.

thanks.......sorry to bog down the thread with questions. i figured you guys would know! :goodvibes

[Linus Van Pelt]

Well, last night I booked AKL from May 4-11, and the Polynesian from May 11-18. I'm very, very excited! We're doing the Deluxe Dining Plan, and we'd love to do an Illuminations cruise this time around. I was wondering if Star Wars weekends will be going on during our stay or not? Anyway, I'll now join all of you in keeping a close eye on this thread!

[katiedid36]

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[marshallandcartersmo]

Joining in on this code watch too........I'm a "member" of the April watch thread, but we might have to push our trip back a month. Fingers crossed!!

[PrincessSuzanne]

we're actually going april 27 - may 2. we rented points at SSR for those 5 nights, but i want to add on another night with my AP rate. can't wait for january/february to see what that rate will be!

i'm an AP newbie and have a few questions.

1. what's the "usual" AP rate for DVC resorts this time of year? the night we're adding is a friday night if that makes a difference (may 2nd).

2. the only blackouts they have are around holidays, right?

2. should i go ahead and book a room at SSR at the regular "disney" price just to be safe? i wasn't sure if they actually have to rebook the room when i call with the AP code or if they just take my existing reservation and change the price.

thanks.......sorry to bog down the thread with questions. i figured you guys would know! :goodvibes



I don't think anyone ever answered your questions.

1. The last few discounts have been $110 off per night, but I don't remember about that time of year, specifically.

2. There are no blackout dates for a regular AP, only Florida Resident AP and/or seasonal passes.

3. If you really want that night, I would go ahead and book it. If a discount comes out, they do NOT apply it to the existing reservation, but if they have that same type room available at the discount, they will re-book it and apply what you have paid and refund the difference. If you have AAA maybe they have AAA room avail, doesn't hurt to ask.

Suzanne

[punkin413]

I don't think anyone ever answered your questions.

1. The last few discounts have been $110 off per night, but I don't remember about that time of year, specifically.

2. There are no blackout dates for a regular AP, only Florida Resident AP and/or seasonal passes.

3. If you really want that night, I would go ahead and book it. If a discount comes out, they do NOT apply it to the existing reservation, but if they have that same type room available at the discount, they will re-book it and apply what you have paid and refund the difference. If you have AAA maybe they have AAA room avail, doesn't hurt to ask.

Suzanne

thanks so much for answering my questions! i think i'm going to book the room for that last night sometime next week (when i get the extra $200 to spend!). thanks again!

[DISMOMOF4]

Joining the watch...we hope to make a trip May 21-28.
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[M2DD's]

Just hoping for some type of discounts so I can talk DH into going to Disney instead of US/IOA.
Laura

[princessdisneybelle]

We are going from May 9-18th. I hope there are great deals!

[MomtoGKC]

My mom just told me she wants to plan a family reunion type trip in April. I'm trying to convince her to switch to early May because of the crowds and I think it's working. So - hopefully I'll be there the first week or so!! :cool1:

[05MM08MM]

Subscribing :cool1:

[only1alexa]

I am planning to go May 29 - June 2, to celebrate my son's 4th birthday. It will be just the two of us.

I'm planning for May 26th - June 4th so I can celebrate my son's 4th birthday (5/27) and my....uh.....29 and holding for a couple years birthday (6/3). :banana:

Thinking of just celebrating his birthday a week earlier (arriving two weeks earlier) to avoid the crowds though. Holiday birthdays are SUCH a pain to celebrate - my daughter's birthday is always within two weeks of Easter so I get hit twice in a row trying to plan stuff around everyone else's vacations! :mad:

[Jacklynn]

We are going May 7th-14th. With the 12th being my husband and I's 1 year anniversary. I think we will probably be staying in the POP.

I'm new to the boards, does anyone know when the codes do come out?

[disneywld2002]

Hoping to find a great deal....haven't been in a long time and I am suffering from Disney withdrawl.

[punkin413]

We are going May 7th-14th. With the 12th being my husband and I's 1 year anniversary. I think we will probably be staying in the POP.

I'm new to the boards, does anyone know when the codes do come out?

welcome to the DIS!!! what i've heard is to look for them about 3 months prior to the date. so for may that would be february. don't know how correct that is......that's just what i've heard.

[libinatorsmom]

We are all booked for our May trip... maybe something will come too save us a bit of $$$$$$$

[Jacklynn]

welcome to the DIS!!! what i've heard is to look for them about 3 months prior to the date. so for may that would be february. don't know how correct that is......that's just what i've heard.

So if I don't want to wait that late to book, I just kind of miss out? or can they be applied after I book?

Sorry I'm just confused :) I didn't even know there were codes out there!

[Jordans_Mommie]

I'm planning for May 26th - June 4th so I can celebrate my son's 4th birthday (5/27) and my....uh.....29 and holding for a couple years birthday (6/3). :banana:

Thinking of just celebrating his birthday a week earlier (arriving two weeks earlier) to avoid the crowds though. Holiday birthdays are SUCH a pain to celebrate - my daughter's birthday is always within two weeks of Easter so I get hit twice in a row trying to plan stuff around everyone else's vacations! :mad:


Actually I changed our trip to May 15 - May 20. I wanted to avoid the crowds as well. It was cheaper to go at this time so I spent the money I saved on an extra night.

[punkin413]

So if I don't want to wait that late to book, I just kind of miss out? or can they be applied after I book?

Sorry I'm just confused :) I didn't even know there were codes out there!

my understanding is if you go ahead and book, then the AP rates come out later, you just call them and they will take your AP rate and refund you the difference. if you're booking a whole package (room, park tickets and/or DDP), it only costs $200 down anyway and you don't have to pay the balance until 45 days out from your reservation. if you're booking a room only right now, then i think they charge you one night's rate when you book and then you pay the balance later. hope that helps!

[flyingw/tink]

I just booked a trip for my DD4 and myself for May 3 -10. I'm a little nervous about it being just the two of us but can't imagine a better place for just the two of us to vacation.

Is is here yet??????????

[MomtoGKC]

OK - it's pretty official we're going the first week of May. I won't know the exact dates until my mom checks airfare but it looks like the 2nd - 8th I think! :cool1:

[kaysmommie]

Waiting to see if a good May code comes out. My DS3 B'Day is the end of May.

[as dreamers do]

Subscribing! :surfweb:

[MR BUTCHIE]

are all moderate resorts always the same price or are some discounted seperately

[pkasbohm]

We booked POR riverside May 24-31!!!!! We booked through AAA and I have a question about that. If some codes come out can AAA apply them for me? We are so excited!!!:cool1: :cool1:

[JenH1969]

Here's to hoping- :thumbsup2 Jen

[Pixie Dust for Me!]

Subscribing...I think we're gonna take 6 kids with us (our 1 and nieces and nephews). Really want a code to make this budget breaker a bit more friendly!

Yeah...I think I'm nuts too....DH and I...and 6 kids (age 15 to 7)....yep, that's nuts!

[MinnieMommy]

Subscribing...I think we're gonna take 6 kids with us (our 1 and nieces and nephews).

:scared1:
Just Kidding, I have my fingers crossed for a code for you too!

[chris44]

Subscribing to this thread - we are going in late May before and after our Disney Wonder cruise.

[Nemo32]

So I figured everyone should know May schedules are up since we're all going then...and they make me sad.

Why is it that my temporary plan for the week was completely wrong? :confused3

The parks are closing so early on some nights!

But yeah...now you all can plan accordingly.

Does anyone know if Disney has been known to change schedules A LOT like last minute?

TIA. :goodvibes

[punkin413]

So I figured everyone should know May schedules are up since we're all going then...and they make me sad.

Why is it that my temporary plan for the week was completely wrong? :confused3

The parks are closing so early on some nights!

But yeah...now you all can plan accordingly.

Does anyone know if Disney has been known to change schedules A LOT like last minute?

TIA. :goodvibes

if you're talking about the 7:00 closings at MK.......i feel your pain! HOWEVER, not to give you false hope, but there's a rumor that those could be for pirate and princess parties!!! so that's a good thing! that is if you're interested in going to one. there was some speculation that it could be for grad nights, but those are scheduled for april 18, 19, 25 and 26, so i think that theory has been shot down. hopefully they'll announce next month whether or not these are pirate and princess parties!

[tinkerone]

where are the scheules posted? i only see up till april where i look. please, please let me know.:scared:

[punkin413]

where are the scheules posted? i only see up till april where i look. please, please let me know.:scared:

go to disneyworld.com and click on the calendar. it was up earlier today so it should still be there (unless they're updating it or something).

[tinkerone]

go to disneyworld.com and click on the calendar. it was up earlier today so it should still be there (unless they're updating it or something).

thanks, never knew that was there.:)

[TinaMedley]

Just booked for May 10-17th through AAA, now let's see if anything good codes are coming out. Can't wait!!!

[punkin413]

i have a question for you code-watchers about how the AP rate works.

i'm an AP holder. i'm not going to be using the AP rate (if there's one offered) because i'm renting DVC points for our april/may 2008 trip. however, my friend may end up booking POFQ and then using my AP rate if they're released for our dates. (i can apply my AP rate for a friend as long as i'm there at check-in.) anyway, my question is if she books the room at the regular rate now, then they come out with AP rates later, can she call back and get the rate changed or does it have to be me? if it has to be me, should i be the one making the ressie in the first place?

sorry this is sort of off topic. just wondering.......figured you guys would know!

[LeahMT]

We are planning to go from May 20-25.

[senecabeach]

i'm an AP holder. i'm not going to be using the AP rate (if there's one offered) because i'm renting DVC points for our april/may 2008 trip. however, my friend may end up booking POFQ and then using my AP rate if they're released for our dates. (i can apply my AP rate for a friend as long as i'm there at check-in.) anyway, my question is if she books the room at the regular rate now, then they come out with AP rates later, can she call back and get the rate changed or does it have to be me? if it has to be me, should i be the one making the ressie in the first place?

Only the AP holder can get the discount.. make the ressie..check in..also with his/her name as staying in the room. BTW... POFQ was not one of the resorts offering AP discounts this past fall, it was POR though. Yes, YOU (the AP holder) can call back later to get the AP rate if available.

[punkin413]

Only the AP holder can get the discount.. make the ressie..check in..also with his/her name as staying in the room. BTW... POFQ was not one of the resorts offering AP discounts this past fall, it was POR though. Yes, YOU (the AP holder) can call back later to get the AP rate if available.

it was my understanding that i can share my AP discount with friends/family as long as i made the ressie and was there at check-in. so are you saying i have to be staying in the room, as well? i hope i'm reading that incorrectly! thanks for the info, by the way!

[mickey mouse lover]

They just changed this year where you, the passholder, have to be in the room. Stinks, doesn't it? I think i'm right on this.

[tarheelmjfan]

if you're talking about the 7:00 closings at MK.......i feel your pain! HOWEVER, not to give you false hope, but there's a rumor that those could be for pirate and princess parties!!! so that's a good thing! that is if you're interested in going to one. there was some speculation that it could be for grad nights, but those are scheduled for april 18, 19, 25 and 26, so i think that theory has been shot down. hopefully they'll announce next month whether or not these are pirate and princess parties!


We've never been to a P&PP. What makes them so great? We enjoyed the MNSSHP, but thought MVMCP was a nightmare the last time we went to them. However, we went to those solely to enjoy the special holiday activities. We didn't ride any rides. Our DS(15) wouldn't be into the P&P thing, so if we go to that party, it would be to try to ride more with shorter lines. Do you know, if the lines are indeed that much shorter? TIA

[punkin413]

They just changed this year where you, the passholder, have to be in the room. Stinks, doesn't it? I think i'm right on this.

yep, that stinks all right. thanks for the info.

We've never been to a P&PP. What makes them so great? We enjoyed the MNSSHP, but thought MVMCP was a nightmare the last time we went to them. However, we went to those solely to enjoy the special holiday activities. We didn't ride any rides. Our DS(15) wouldn't be into the P&P thing, so if we go to that party, it would be to try to ride more with shorter lines. Do you know, if the lines are indeed that much shorter? TIA

i haven't been to one either but i want to go, one, to see the parade (which features tinker bell.....an exciting thing for me), two, to see the fireworks (everyone says they're really good) and, three, to be able to ride some of the rides with no lines and participate in some of the cool stuff they have going on there. i'm not really interested in the candy and necklaces they give out. here's some more info for you:

http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/pirateprincess-party.htm

http://www.allearsnet.com/tp/mk/pirateprincess.htm

[arob414]

Subscribing! :surfweb:

Subscribing, also. Our trip is May 22nd to May 31st. We are staying at POFQ.:woohoo:

[DreamBeliever]

Subscribing :) I'll be staying at CSR from 4/30 ~ 5/6 for the Minnie Marathon Weekend with my DD16. :dance3: :dance3:

[aripantaloon]

Subbing! We haven't booked yet, but we're about 90% sure we're going to book the AKL for May 10-17. I'm hoping that a good code comes out because that is one expensive place to stay! :lol:

[aripantaloon]

If you go w/ an experienced Disney TA, the advantage is that they will know the special promos & GP codes as soon as they come out and apply them to your trip. If you go on your own, by the time you find out about a code, it may be sold out.


So how does one go about finding a true experienced Disney TA who WILL know and apply promo codes quickly a trip? I'm sure if I walked into any travel agency and said I wanted to book an expensive Disney trip, they would all be "experts." However, how do I know, besides word of mouth, who the good ones are? Most everyone I know just books their own vacations online or through resorts themselves, so I wouldn't even know who to ask IRL. :confused:

[Lemming_of_the_BDA]

subscribing... will be there May 27-June 1

[Not so Dumbo]

will be there from 5/9-5/26. staying off site except for our last night.

[M2DD's]

WOW, I can't believe how much this thread has grown! I posted on page 2 and have not been on the boards since.I have lots of reading to catch up on. We were only planning to go to WDW for a couple of days and go to US/IOA and seaworld the rest of our vacations since were going to WDW 10 days over thanksgiving but my wonderful DH said we might as well go ahead and by annual passes since were going at least twice in 08 so that means more days at disney in may than we planned:cool1: SO now I hope they come out with AP room rates. I told my DH not to get me any christmas presents because AP is the best thing I could think of.Now let hope for some good airfair.
Laura
P.S I have a feeling that if we get the AP will go more than just twice in 08:thumbsup2

[Jacklynn]

So we are going May 6th-14, if we book soon before a code is out, and then a code is released do we just call them with the code and they will take of off the end cost?

[senecabeach]

So we are going May 6th-14, if we book soon before a code is out, and then a code is released do we just call them with the code and they will take of off the end cost?


Yes..as long as your ressies match what the discount is...i.e...AP room only, Disney Visa package..etc.

[Mickdeb]

Yes..as long as your ressies match what the discount is...i.e...AP room only, Disney Visa package..etc.


But most importantly there needs to be availability with the code at that resort, for that room type, for those dates. Sometimes adjustments have to be made with your dates, resort or room type (view etc.) to make the code work for your existing ressie. The discount is by no means automatically taken off your current ressie.
It seems availability gets more limited each year. Alot of codes come out from email and postcard pins first, then sometimes to Disney Visa card holders, then finally a few days later to the general public. (See most recent release of codes).

Good luck and have a great trip:wizard:

[aripantaloon]

Where does one sign up to receive the "right" emails? I signed up for something on the disney site after I ordered my free planning dvd. Is that the only source of the lucky email addys?

[senecabeach]

Where does one sign up to receive the "right" emails? I signed up for something on the disney site after I ordered my free planning dvd. Is that the only source of the lucky email addys?


At the top of this page, on the right side there is a tab "discounts". Keep watching here!:goodvibes

[dznyacct]

Since I was such a GREAT "travel agent" for my DSis and her family for their trip last month, my DBil has asked me to help them with their 5/08 trip (he now has the WDW "fever" :)!!). They are hoping to stay at WL (their favorite resort) for 10 days after my DNiece and her friend get out of school 5/23 (barring no snow days :confused3 ). Here's hoping for some good discounts for everyone :banana: !

[jcchicago]

Subscribing.

[Jordans_Mommie]

So how does one go about finding a true experienced Disney TA who WILL know and apply promo codes quickly a trip? I'm sure if I walked into any travel agency and said I wanted to book an expensive Disney trip, they would all be "experts." However, how do I know, besides word of mouth, who the good ones are? Most everyone I know just books their own vacations online or through resorts themselves, so I wouldn't even know who to ask IRL. :confused:

I would recommend Dreams Unlimited. They specialize in Disney vacations and are very, very helpful. I am using them for my trip and have been extremely pleased with them so far. :)

[CarKey]

I booked a package w/DP through an AAA agent which saved me 15% (?) on the room portion of the package. If a code comes out for May that offers free hopper and water parks and my agent applies it to my package will she add back on the 15% I saved on the room?

[Linus Van Pelt]

subscribing... will be there May 27-June 1

Just wanted to let you know--it's a man's life in the British Dental Association. :thumbsup2

That is all.

[berrytexas]

See you at WDW

[PrincessSuzanne]

I booked a package w/DP through an AAA agent which saved me 15% (?) on the room portion of the package. If a code comes out for May that offers free hopper and water parks and my agent applies it to my package will she add back on the 15% I saved on the room?

Yes, you can't have 2 discounts/promos on one package. My understanding though, is that the packages for Jan/Feb do have some sort of discount on the room.

Suzanne

[Blisskitty]

May 13- 22 at POR.

Tomorrow is 180 days out! Whoo hoo!!

[MonoManBlue]

At 180 days are we supposed to find out about discount codes or something??? Or are you just excited? I'm not too sure on when the codes should come out and I need one. Aside from AAA.

[pkasbohm]

At 180 days are we supposed to find out about discount codes or something??? Or are you just excited? I'm not too sure on when the codes should come out and I need one. Aside from AAA.

I think the op is saying that at 180 days they can start making their adr's

[MonoManBlue]

ahhhh, didn't even think about that.

[SmoothSailing]

Is there a reason why it's so easy to make reservations for the character breakfast? I made one for 5 for May 11th and one for 8 this morning for the 12th so that some other family members can join us. I plan to cancel the May 11th one, of course. Is the 180 day mark not widely known, or is it too early for many to book?

We will be staying at the Dolphin with a teacher rate of $179/night the second week in May. Can't wait.

[cara loves the poly]

subscribing

[PrincessSuzanne]

Is there a reason why it's so easy to make reservations for the character breakfast? I made one for 5 for May 11th and one for 8 this morning for the 12th so that some other family members can join us. I plan to cancel the May 11th one, of course. Is the 180 day mark not widely known, or is it too early for many to book?

We will be staying at the Dolphin with a teacher rate of $179/night the second week in May. Can't wait.


I think it is losing some of it's popularity because of the price.

Suzanne

[PrincessSuzanne]

At 180 days are we supposed to find out about discount codes or something??? Or are you just excited? I'm not too sure on when the codes should come out and I need one. Aside from AAA.

The codes for March/Apr/May will probably come out around the end of January, if I remember correctly.

Suzanne

[senecabeach]

At 180 days are we supposed to find out about discount codes or something??? Or are you just excited? I'm not too sure on when the codes should come out and I need one. Aside from AAA.

In the 2nd half of August this yeaar my October discount code came out.

Hope that helps with a time frame!!:confused3

[MonoManBlue]

ugh. Go january.

[jordancej]

I made all my adrs on tuesday morning and got all first choice places with the times i wanted. (including CRT dinner, Kona, Le Cellier & Mama Melrose) I also called for the Keys to the Kingdom tour booked and all time slots were still available.

So, i dont know.... maybe this is a sign of low crowds?? :)

[Nemo32]

I made all my adrs on tuesday morning and got all first choice places with the times i wanted. (including CRT dinner, Kona, Le Cellier & Mama Melrose) I also called for the Keys to the Kingdom tour booked and all time slots were still available.

So, i dont know.... maybe this is a sign of low crowds?? :)

All my ADRs went well too!!! Let's hope for low crowds!!! :wizard:

[pkasbohm]

I hope the crowds are low!!! We have never been in May before, but the last time we went was July and it was sooo crowded....Never again will I go in July!

[Jacklynn]

All of mine went well too! I called about 175 days out and got all of my ADRs including, Le Cellier (at 5) Sci Fi (at 11:30) Cali Grill (I did have to change the time I wanted for this one) and Grand Floridian Cafe

So I certainly am hoping for low crowds! We will be there the 7th-14th

[TinaMedley]

Made ressies for Cindy's castle breakfast and Chef Mickey's Breakfast. I'm all set, just waiting to see if codes are comming out.

[NotSoMini]

Subscribing!:cool1:

[dlstc]

Subscribing!!!

I am waiting for the code rates to come out to determine where we will stay. My husband has a conference (May 17-24th 2008) and we only have to pay for the last two nights.

OT: If you only had to pay 2 of the 7 nights (full price) where would you stay? We are currently booked at AKL SV with bunks. Also, trying to decide between DDP and DDE card.

Can't wait for the codes! I already booked CRT, WCC, R&C for Illuminations, DB, Boma and H&V/Fantasmic.

Diana:yay:

[M2DD's]

OMG-My DH and I talked the other day and we are for sure going May 23 through June 1 or 3.I'm so excited.:cool1: :cool1: The only thing is for the last 3 times we have gone we used the DDP and we decided to skip it this yr.Since we are only going for a wk (we usally go 2 wks)we didn't want to waste park time eating in TS so were just going to to eat CS this time. Now we just have to decide where to stay.We would like to stay on property but we need some type of code or room discount. I looked at past codes and rates and I think around February is when they will announce any discounts for May and June.I mainly worried about airfare the prices are still really high out of Illinois and I'm hoping they will come down some since there are 4 of us flying. There are plenty of hotels around disney so I'm not to worried if we have to wait to book until March or so.
Laura

[joanjett1976]

subscribing!

we'll be there for two weeks at POP in late may, still undecided as to the exact dates.

[tinkwdw47]

OMG-My DH and I talked the other day and we are for sure going May 23 through June 1 or 3.I'm so excited.:cool1: :cool1: The only thing is for the last 3 times we have gone we used the DDP and we decided to skip it this yr.Since we are only going for a wk (we usally go 2 wks)we didn't want to waste park time eating in TS so were just going to to eat CS this time. Now we just have to decide where to stay.We would like to stay on property but we need some type of code or room discount. I looked at past codes and rates and I think around February is when they will announce any discounts for May and June.I mainly worried about airfare the prices are still really high out of Illinois and I'm hoping they will come down some since there are 4 of us flying. There are plenty of hotels around disney so I'm not to worried if we have to wait to book until March or so.
Laura

that's the exact days we are leaving and coming home also.....wishing it comes fast:rolleyes1

[Minnie Lor]

Girls Only May 19-25 at Pop! Got my ADR's. :banana: Hoping for an awesome AP rate!

[cara loves the poly]

I read on the resorts thread that some new codes are coming out in a couple of weeks.

[PolyAddict]

I read on the resorts thread that some new codes are coming out in a couple of weeks.

yea!!!! i am going over to check it out.

[libinatorsmom]

cool beans..

if we already have our reseverations can we ad the code???

[M2DD's]

I read on the resorts thread that some new codes are coming out in a couple of weeks.

Can you help me find the thread you are talking about.I looked on thr resort board and didn't see anything.
TIA

[Jacklynn]

So when the codes come out, will the be released on this board? We haven't booked our trip yet, because we aren't 100% certain about which resort yet, so will I not get an email about codes when they come out? I have signed up on Disney's website and signed up for the planning DVD and gotten the customized maps...

[bunnyscootles]

subscribing!:hourglass

[DreaGirl]

We are planning a mid-late May trip! Just working out the details now. Hopefully we'll get a code!!

[SeaSpray]

So when the codes come out, will the be released on this board? We haven't booked our trip yet, because we aren't 100% certain about which resort yet, so will I not get an email about codes when they come out? I have signed up on Disney's website and signed up for the planning DVD and gotten the customized maps...

The only times I've ever gotten an email regarding resort discount codes is for Annual Pass discounts through my Annual Pass email.

Rarely I have gotten "General Codes" emails, but 99.99% of the time I've read about the discounts HERE on the DIS first, often days in advance of any official notice from Disney.

Just keep checking in here, because someone WILL post here about them the second they get released. :surfweb: :)

[cindermomma]

Planning a grand gathering and hoping to go the end of May (and hoping for a code!!:goodvibes ) Any idea on how busy the week of Memorial weekend is usually? We went to Star Wars Weekend in June last year, but read they are sometimes in May..is this true? Anyone know when they are? Thanks!:wizard:

[pkasbohm]

Hey fellow Nebraskan!:wave:

We are going over Mem. Day too and I was told that it will be busy that weekend but then start to thin out. We are use to going in the summer months and were told it's not quite that busy.

Hope that helps!!

[cindermomma]

Hey fellow Nebraskan!:wave:

We are going over Mem. Day too and I was told that it will be busy that weekend but then start to thin out. We are use to going in the summer months and were told it's not quite that busy.

Hope that helps!!

Hi there! We in Hooper..about an hour out of Omaha! Where are you located? I hope it's not too busy too!:wizard:

[pkasbohm]

Hi there! We in Hooper..about an hour out of Omaha! Where are you located? I hope it's not too busy too!:wizard:

We are about 40 miles south of Omaha.

[cindermomma]

We are about 40 miles south of Omaha.


Hey there pkasbohm! Don't know if you knew this but, I read in the Omaha paper that Southwest Airlines will be having direct flights to Orlando out of Omaha now, I think only direct flights in fact. I am pretty excited about that!:goodvibes We have flown with Northwest and American and now looking to give Southwest a try. Thought I'd let you know! Good talking to ya!:wizard:

[pkasbohm]

Hey there pkasbohm! Don't know if you knew this but, I read in the Omaha paper that Southwest Airlines will be having direct flights to Orlando out of Omaha now, I think only direct flights in fact. I am pretty excited about that!:goodvibes We have flown with Northwest and American and now looking to give Southwest a try. Thought I'd let you know! Good talking to ya!:wizard:



That is good to know:thumbsup2 We usually fly out of Kansas City for a few different reasons but the main one is becuase they have always had a non stop flight. I will have to price them both.

Thanks!

[DeborahB]

We will be there May 7-16 and hoping for an AP discount.

Just subscribing and joining in the fun!

[Nemo32]

Is anyone else here waiting for flights in May with JetBlue? I posted on the transportation thread but no one could help me. I'm just getting frustrated because JetBlue hasn't released yet for May.

[Jacklynn]

We think we are going to drive (just because it is cheaper) and plus my husband and I are still pretty young so the 15 hour drive actually doesn't bother us... good bonding time. But if JetBlue were to come out with a good rate we would look into it!

[chris44]

subscribing

will be there May 15-18 and 22-25 before and after the Disney Cruise.

[busylilnurse]

Count us in too! Just decided last night to go back to WDW next May :banana: Due to DSs' school/college finals/exams schedule, we're currently looking at May 18 - 23, at the Polynesian resort.

At this point, I'd just like to see what the new 2008 rates will be! LOL I'm also wondering if they'll be offering the AAA rates right away or not? :confused3 I'd like to at least get the AAA discount, if not an AP or general-use discount, closer to May. :cool2:


Just booked our May 26-June 31 trip and used my AAA discounts :)
:dance3: :dance3:

[DreaGirl]

We'll be there May 15-21...still trying to figure out a resort.

[bunnyscootles]

Is anyone else here waiting for flights in May with JetBlue? I posted on the transportation thread but no one could help me. I'm just getting frustrated because JetBlue hasn't released yet for May.

We will prob fly JetBlue out of IAD (Dulles) - Looks like we'll be able to book Jan 1st. Hope we get a good deal, we've seen $40 one ways to MCO before!

[libinatorsmom]

Hey there pkasbohm! Don't know if you knew this but, I read in the Omaha paper that Southwest Airlines will be having direct flights to Orlando out of Omaha now, I think only direct flights in fact. I am pretty excited about that!:goodvibes We have flown with Northwest and American and now looking to give Southwest a try. Thought I'd let you know! Good talking to ya!:wizard:

Hey we are 40 mints east of Omaha in Iowa... :banana: :banana: :banana:

We decided to fly out of Des Moines - easier airport... We have our plane tickets already... and are SOOOOOOOO excited.... it will be here before we know it... luckily christmas is keeping my mind off of the Disney trip....

Now we need a may discount code and I will be in HOG HEAVEN!!!

[wmsinks]

Me too! Looks like we are going in end of april/early may.

[ashleypmo]

Me too! Looks like we are going in end of april/early may.

We'll be there April 30-May 9! 4 nights ASMo, 5 nights VWL!!! I'm countin' down the weeks on my pre-trip report (link below)!

[M2DD's]

Any one get any good airfare for the end of May.Were we live its still 183$ one way :scared1: without taxes.I'm sure in the months to come it hopefully will come down.I will settle for 99$ each way and consider myself lucky:rotfl:
Still waiting for some type of discount on rooms to come out. Hopefully in Jan or Feb.I just can't seem to wait any longer.
Laura

[bhk56]

HI, I live in Minnesota and we are going to Disney
May 1 - 9th. I was watching flight fares daily ( ok, couple times
of day!) Checking Northwest and Air Tran. One morning,
I found a web special on Air Tran site - $82 each way! I booked
that immediately, as the avg air flight right now is $280 total.
The next day the web special fare was gone and was running $121
each way. Make a mission of it, and youll find what you want!

I have used fare watcher sites, but have had the best luck going
to the company sites and checking frequently!

Becky

[Manda]

Tentatively considering a May trip and watching for AP and/or AAA rates. We need to get (at least) one more trip out of our APs before Kindergarten starts!

[Boatingmom]

AAA rates have been out for some time. Just call your resort to see what's still available.

[JenAusty]

We are going the end week in June 2008. June 9th-18th. So if you see any deals for May that includes JUNE -please post them! Thanks

[dheinz]

We will doing the Contempary May May 24 - 30!

[jtovey56]

155 days out till our trip. I'm still watching for some code or discount for May.
Jim

[DreaGirl]

Just made all my ADR's last week! Got all my times except for Mama Melrose (it closed early the day I wanted). :banana:

[TotalSnowWhite]

Made our ADRs a couple weeks back!! It's getting so close!!

Just in case you're wondering:
May 28: CRT Breakfast (Niece's Birthday)
May 30: Ohana BF Breakfast
May 31: Artist Point (Anniverary Dinner for Grandparents)
June 1: CM Dinner (DS Birthday)
June 2: CP Breakfast

[SeaSpray]

Our dates are May 18 - 23, and we haven't booked air fare yet. I'm waiting for Jet Blue rates to come out, but they're only out for up to April 30th. :surfweb:

I have been tracking the rates for Delta for those days, and within the last week the price has gone up by about $40 per person for the dates and times we want. I hope Jet Blue will have some decent rates.

[SeaSpray]

Just made all my ADR's last week! Got all my times except for Mama Melrose (it closed early the day I wanted). :banana:

We couldn't get our ADR for Mama Melrose's either because the park is closing early that day! Now I have to rearrange my itinerary and choose a different park and restaurant for that night. Oh well, I guess that's part of the fun of planning so far in advance. lol

[CarKey]

We live near the Skybus hub so I was up bright and early the day they released new dates and got $10 each way into Daytona Beach. From there we will rent a car. After taxes it ended up being $160 for my family of four!

[love2disney]

are any good codes out for May yet?

[Manda]

Well, I just went ahead and booked Poly for 5/3 through 5/10. I got the AAA rate for Garden View - $359/night. I'm still holding out hope for an AP rate later though.

[senecabeach]

Well, I just went ahead and booked Poly for 5/3 through 5/10. I got the AAA rate for Garden View - $359/night. I'm still holding out hope for an AP rate later though.

Ya Hoo !! I'l be there the same time too and YES...waiting for those AP codes!!!! :dance3:

[keliblue]

Our waitlist just came through for BCV :banana: Now we are at Vero Beach May 2-4 and BCV 4-10:cloud9: See you all in WDW :dance3:

[bolgers love wdw]

Just got back from WDW a few days ago, and we are already planning our next trip! May 11-16 at the WL!!! YAHOO:goodvibes

[dgagnon519]

I will going from May 8th - May 18th. My kids think we are leaving on the 9th. I am so excited and would be even more excited if we received a discount. Last year we got the park hopper and water parks and more for free. I do not know if they will do it in May now because they are doing it for Feb-Mar.
I am excited that the P&P party will be going on for May. YYYEEEAAAAHHHHH!!!!:cool1:

[cara loves the poly]

I will going from May 8th - May 18th. My kids think we are leaving on the 9th. I am so excited and would be even more excited if we received a discount. Last year we got the park hopper and water parks and more for free. I do not know if they will do it in May now because they are doing it for Feb-Mar.
I am excited that the P&P party will be going on for May. YYYEEEAAAAHHHHH!!!!:cool1:

What is the P&P party?

[PolyAddict]

What is the P&P party?

It's the Pirate and Princess party in the MK, look on dis home page for info. It's normally early in the year, but they have extended it to June 4. Looking forward to trying it out.:cool1:

[libinatorsmom]

Is the P&P party worth the $50 a piece price tag????

[mermaid86]

It's the Pirate and Princess party in the MK, look on dis home page for info. It's normally early in the year, but they have extended it to June 4. Looking forward to trying it out.:cool1:

have you already gotten your tickets for the P&P party??? because i called to order mine, and the disney site only has dates up til march and says the may/june dates are not official. when we called they said there are no such dates... just wondering what the source is that there are may/june dates because disney told me its not true and i wasnt able to get tickets :( :(

[PolyAddict]

No, they are not on sale as of yet.:confused3

Someone posted info from a DVC website with the info on th dis a few days ago.