Staying at Riverside : Show me pics, get me excited!!

[hogwartsdropout]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/harrys_wheezy/Disney/IMG_6012.jpg

[kxmeeh]

i don't remember the water towers...where were they?

[bdiddy]

Thank you guys for your positive responses. I do feel better. My DH is actually the one fighting me on the downgrade because he says "Everything is all planned and we were looking forward to staying there". $700 is just ALOT of money and we could really use it towards the roof, you know?

I just sent him links to the Pop FAQ thread, the picture threads and all the great reviews on Trip Advisor.

I really think it will be fine but I still plan on keeping our ressie for Boatwrights for breakfast!! I've really been looking forward to trying the banana stuffed french toast :tongue:

[andrewilley]

i don't remember the water towers...where were they?

The water towers are above the boat & bike rental place, by the marina where you get the boat to DTD. They're in my sig in fact! :)

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/andrewilley/Walt%20Disney%20World%20-%20May%202006/Port%20Orleans%20Riverside/WDW-May06-POR-OrigFile-IMG_0024.jpg

Andre

[klj27]

Thank you guys for your positive responses. I do feel better. My DH is actually the one fighting me on the downgrade because he says "Everything is all planned and we were looking forward to staying there". $700 is just ALOT of money and we could really use it towards the roof, you know?

I just sent him links to the Pop FAQ thread, the picture threads and all the great reviews on Trip Advisor.

I really think it will be fine but I still plan on keeping our ressie for Boatwrights for breakfast!! I've really been looking forward to trying the banana stuffed french toast :tongue:


You are going to Disney and will have a great trip no matter what. I noticed that this is your first trip though. I agree with your husband. The difference in money is well worth it for the better experience you will get at POR.

[MHTeacher]

She said it was very comfortable and that the blanket was really soft.

She sleeps like a chipmunk. LOL

Thanks for the pic! We've only stayed at POR once, and that was just me and DH in the mansion section. This visit, we will have all three kiddies with us and the five year old will need the trundle.

I'm a little worried that we will feel a little tight in POR :confused: ...we stayed at the Poly last visit.....but DH says we're not spending that much this vacation.

[sazcjg]

39 more days until arrival at POR! :cool1:

[dogodisney]

Thanks for the pic! We've only stayed at POR once, and that was just me and DH in the mansion section. This visit, we will have all three kiddies with us and the five year old will need the trundle.

I'm a little worried that we will feel a little tight in POR :confused: ...we stayed at the Poly last visit.....but DH says we're not spending that much this vacation.

There are 5 of us too. Dh, me, DD15, DD14, and DGD5. But I figure we won't be spending much time in the rooms so it should be okay. We wouldn't be going if we had to stay somewhere more expensive. I was able to convince DH to stay on property because of the Free dining. :rolleyes1

[a1tinkfans]

we're headed back to POR in Aug ( our FAVORITE) and can't wait. Funny thing is, I just returned from a cruise that I planned last year (our first) and everyone on the cruise board (non disney) talked about how great it is and the towel animals too.....well
Don't get me wrong, it was a WONDERFUL experience (visiting foreign places and doing NEW things) but I STILL can't wait to get to POR. I REALLY feel like it is a HOME AWAY FROM HOME, REALLY!!! It's NUTS but I cannot wait to return again.....and again.....and again....
Our upcoming trip is with my brother/sis in law and their three girls (and one is my sons age) so they will be able to have some EXTRA fun together!!! CANNOT WAIT...:cheer2: :cheer2:

[hogwartsdropout]

I know exactly what you mean! We did the cruise too and although I'm sooo glad I had the chance to do it, I couldn't stop thinking about getting back to POR!!

[MomNeedsVacay]

Just got back today from our first POR Disney Adventure! I'll post pics when I get a chance!

[tnkrbell]

You are going to Disney and will have a great trip no matter what. I noticed that this is your first trip though. I agree with your husband. The difference in money is well worth it for the better experience you will get at POR.


I completely agree!! Stay with Riverside you will not be disapointed!! I am a Deluxe girl and I still really love Riverside!! I really do not like any of the Value resorts!!!

Also ask to stay in the Mansion area I find this to be nicer then the Bayou!! Of coarse this is a personal prefrence!!!

[Millie12591]

Just got back today from our first POR Disney Adventure! I'll post pics when I get a chance!

Oh goody! I can't wait for more pictures from POR! Thank you!
:love:

[andrewilley]

I love hearing about people's recent trips too! Could someone who's just come back let me know what drinks they now serve at the beverage fountains? I'd heard that the rather sickly fruit punch has now been replaced by apple juice, which would be great news for me if it's true!

Andre

[DJ Disney Kid]

Anyone back recently with new photos they can add?

[crostorfer]

We're booked at the SOG next April (woo-hoo under 1 yr!), but I'm thinking that I might change my ressies to the POR because I have an anti-Disney spouse and the AB section is much more his style. These pics are making it hard for me, they are great! Did the Riverside section used to be Dixie Landings? I stayed there in April 95 on my graduation trip, it was great and I never once remember the busses being crowded or having excessive commutes.

[twinmom319]

We just got back from a week stay at Riverside. We were in AB and thought it was so beautiful. Once I finish sorting through the insane number of pics I took I'll post some!
The resort was full when we were there (ack!) but we hardly noticed. The buses were fine. The food court got crazy around peak eating times, but that was about it. Everyone was quite nice and it was a great trip. We would definitely stay there again!
:cloud9:

[MomNeedsVacay]

We just got back from a week stay at Riverside. We were in AB and thought it was so beautiful. Once I finish sorting through the insane number of pics I took I'll post some!
The resort was full when we were there (ack!) but we hardly noticed. The buses were fine. The food court got crazy around peak eating times, but that was about it. Everyone was quite nice and it was a great trip. We would definitely stay there again!
:cloud9:

What building # were you in???? We were there last week too!

[twinmom319]

What building # were you in???? We were there last week too!

We were in AB, building 28. It was a nice location, I thought. Where were you?
We were the ones with the twin girls running around dressed up constantly. :goodvibes
I packed all these clothes and they wore 4 dress up outfits the entire time!

[MomNeedsVacay]

We were in AB, building 28. It was a nice location, I thought. Where were you?
We were the ones with the twin girls running around dressed up constantly. :goodvibes
I packed all these clothes and they wore 4 dress up outfits the entire time!

We were building 26 in AB... I had two little daughters and I am pregnant. Did we almost hit you with our surry bike??? My father was a little out of control!

[tnmomof4]

I just made reservations for POR. We have only stayed at values, so I am really excited. It will just be the kids and I, and we are going to be there August 22-24.

I will have to read through this thread. I don't know anything about POR.

[DRRluvsWDW]

We were building 26 in AB... I had two little daughters and I am pregnant. Did we almost hit you with our surry bike??? My father was a little out of control!

:rotfl:
Pregnant Surrey vs Twin Princesses:scared1:
:rotfl:

That is the picture we need for the POR thread!
Thanks for the giggle!

[18 Hours]

Anyone staying at Riverside I give you a tip: Try to get up early on one of your days (I know its hard). Get up around 5:30-6:00. It is soooo wonderfull. No one is up yet. It seems like you have the whole resort to yourself.

[FBandA]

More pictures please...........:rolleyes1

[Davey-D-99]

How about a few taken YESTERDAY!!! Just returned today from 8 glorious nights... I have a lot more
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/POR-1.jpg
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/POR-2.jpg
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/POR-3.jpg
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/POR-4.jpg

[lazydoxy66]

Anyone staying at Riverside I give you a tip: Try to get up early on one of your days (I know its hard). Get up around 5:30-6:00. It is soooo wonderfull. No one is up yet. It seems like you have the whole resort to yourself.

Thanks for the tip. DH and I will do this when we go in Sept.!

[DRRluvsWDW]

Thanks Davey D 99, looks great!
Hope you had a magical trip!
Now for the:laundy:

[Mainyard]

Hello, I'm new here. We stayed at POR 4-19 to 4-27. It was a wonderful trip!
I got up at 5:30 every morning (yeah, I'm a morning person). It was fun watching the place come to life and seeing everyone headed to the food court with their refillable mugs. I have lots of photos - I'll post them soon!

[disneyquilter]

How about a few taken YESTERDAY!!! Just returned today from 8 glorious nights... I have a lot more


Will you be doing a trip report?? The family and I are trying to decide whether to go back to POFQ or Coronado Springs again, or staying at a new moderate, like Riverside. Can't wait to see pics! Did you enjoy your stay at the resort?

Thanks for the info!! :goodvibes

[andrewilley]

I'll second the early-morning tip. Coming from the UK, the 5-hour time difference means we tend to be awake really early on our first morning so my DD (8) and I always go "moon walking" (as she calls it) at about 5am.

Not sure if I've posted these before, but the resort is so beautiful and peaceful at that time, and the water is like a mill-pond:

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/andrewilley/Walt%20Disney%20World%20-%20May%202006/Port%20Orleans%20Riverside/WDW-May06-POR-OrigFile-IMG_0007.jpg

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/andrewilley/Walt%20Disney%20World%20-%20May%202006/Port%20Orleans%20Riverside/WDW-May06-POR-OrigFile-IMG_0028.jpg

Andre

[REL1203]

I'll second the early-morning tip. Coming from the UK, the 5-hour time difference means we tend to be awake really early on our first morning so my DD (8) and I always go "moon walking" (as she calls it) at about 5am.

Not sure if I've posted these before, but the resort is so beautiful and peaceful at that time, and the water is like a mill-pond:

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/andrewilley/Walt%20Disney%20World%20-%20May%202006/Port%20Orleans%20Riverside/WDW-May06-POR-OrigFile-IMG_0007.jpg

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/andrewilley/Walt%20Disney%20World%20-%20May%202006/Port%20Orleans%20Riverside/WDW-May06-POR-OrigFile-IMG_0028.jpg

Andre

Andre,

these are 2 wonderful shots, and rather diffacult ones I might add (Night shots and fog shots)... What kind of camera did you use?

[18 Hours]

I am Leaving Early June and I just cannot wait! I have weird memories/likes at this place. The sound of the air conditions when you walk past the room. The sound of the food court in the early morning, with kids eager to get going. I just love this resort. And anyone staying their first time, you'll love it too!:)

[dogodisney]

I am an early riser so I'll make it a point to take a "moon walk!" (that is a great term to use) :goodvibes

[andrewilley]

these are 2 wonderful shots, and rather diffacult ones I might add (Night shots and fog shots)... What kind of camera did you use?

Thanks for the compliments. Those pics were taken with a Canon DSLR, Digital Rebel XT. The fog one was hand-held, and the dawn one was supported on the footbridge handrail I think (0.8 sec, f4, ISO 100).

Andre

[REL1203]

Thanks for the compliments. Those pics were taken with a Canon DSLR, Digital Rebel XT. The fog one was hand-held, and the dawn one was supported on the footbridge handrail I think.

Andre

I figured those had to be from a dSLR.... Thanks... Great shots

[Zoebear]

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH:dance3:
Going to POR in 23 days !!:banana:
Yay yay yay
Thanks for this thread~!:disrocks:
pixiedust:

[The Hill Family]

Thanks so much for this thread. We leave for POR in 8 days... can't wait! We have never stayed at POR or POFQ so I wasn't sure what to expect. This thread has me thrilled with our resort choice and I am looking forward to experiencing the resort myself. :)

[BibbidiBobbidiBOO]

Here is another shot of the slide:
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b8da23b3127cceb75a4764edab00000026102Abs27Ns2cMa

[Maine-iac]

We're booked at the SOG next April (woo-hoo under 1 yr!), but I'm thinking that I might change my ressies to the POR because I have an anti-Disney spouse and the AB section is much more his style. These pics are making it hard for me, they are great! Did the Riverside section used to be Dixie Landings? I stayed there in April 95 on my graduation trip, it was great and I never once remember the busses being crowded or having excessive commutes.

DH are I are staying at POR Riverside for the first time in Dec and we are very excited. So I cannot help you with that resort. But it looks so beautiful and of course he can take the boat to Downtown Disney area.

Also Wilderness Lodge is gorgeous. My DH is an outdoors man and he loved it there when we went to WCC for lunch.

We have stayed at SOG many times and your DH may like it because it is very quiet there. Beautiful grounds and if he likes golf he can play a round or drive some golf balls. Evergreens Sports Bar and Grill always has a sports channel on it's big screen. He could also walk to the Poly and sit on the beach.
The buses are less crowded than the Disney ones.

Oh well good luck deciding and I will be crossing my fingers that he becomes a big Disney fan.:goodvibes

[18 Hours]

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just two, but i will post more later :)

[teddygurl28]

We're booked at the SOG next April (woo-hoo under 1 yr!), but I'm thinking that I might change my ressies to the POR because I have an anti-Disney spouse and the AB section is much more his style. These pics are making it hard for me, they are great! Did the Riverside section used to be Dixie Landings? I stayed there in April 95 on my graduation trip, it was great and I never once remember the busses being crowded or having excessive commutes.

not sure if anyone has answered you or not but riverside was in fact dixie landings...the name changed when the combined that along with the french quarter to make it one larger resort :) whichever you choose im sure you will enjoy!

[bdiddy]

I have a question for you guys....Can you go to any resort you want and swim in their pool and check the place out??

I'm asking because we are about 99% sure we are downgrading from POR to POP (See earlier post) but I'm keeping my ressie for breakfast at Boatwrights on our day to stay at the resort. My husband suggested that we could just stay at POR after breakfast to swim, do the fishing and rent the bike like we planned even though we are staying at Pop and then had back there later in the afternoon to explore over there.

I know that might sound silly but I'm having a hard time letting go :sad2:

[hogwartsdropout]

Nope you are not allowed to pool hop to any other resorts pools, unless they are sister resorts like POR/POFQ. You would only be able to use Pop's pool if that is where you were staying.

[rutgers1]

Nope you are not allowed to pool hop to any other resorts pools, unless they are sister resorts like POR/POFQ. You would only be able to use Pop's pool if that is where you were staying.

Are you sure about that? I thought the only place one couldn't pool hop was the Yacht and Beach Clubs. Maybe it is a DVC thing, then. Either way, I just got back, and we went to the Beach Club pool to visit friends who were staying there and we didn't have a problem. In fact, when I left late at night, there were several other families in bathing suits/towels who were on the bus with us. I assume they were all doing the same thing......With that said, not that I think about it, I guess it was the wrong thing to do. I would probably be upset if I was paying top dollar to stay at the Beach Club and others were freeloading off of the pool.

[crzy4my2]

I have a question for you guys....Can you go to any resort you want and swim in their pool and check the place out??

I'm asking because we are about 99% sure we are downgrading from POR to POP (See earlier post) but I'm keeping my ressie for breakfast at Boatwrights on our day to stay at the resort. My husband suggested that we could just stay at POR after breakfast to swim, do the fishing and rent the bike like we planned even though we are staying at Pop and then had back there later in the afternoon to explore over there.

I know that might sound silly but I'm having a hard time letting go :sad2:

I don't think anyone would know if you are not from the resort. when we went to the main pool (we did stay at POR) there wasn't anyone checking room keys. the pool towels are just off to the side so anyone can take them. when we were in Vegas we had to show the room key to get a towel. Not the case here and there was a sign at the bar. I don't remember the exact wording but something like a complimentary drink for hotel quests only. Must show room key to get the drink.

[gr8tdame]

When we stayed at the POLY we were asked to show our room key for pool towels. At Runaway Bay /Yacht Club each guest gets a wrist band.
You are only allowed to use the pool at your resort. Otherwise. the pools would get extremely crowded... especially the ones with great slides.
I wouldn't like the embarrassment of being asked to leave.
JMHO.

[Millie12591]

Your right about the not wanting to invade the pool of someone else's resort. It's frowned upon and certain lengths have been made to make sure people aren't doing this at some of the more popular pools (but meant for you not to do at any pool) around The World because of over crowding. I've even seen posted on the boards that people have been asked to leave from pools when people were just visiting others at their resort and not even swimming, just sitting by the pool. :guilty:
I think you hit the nail on the head when you said you would probably be upset if others were invading your resorts pool when they didn't pay the money you would have paid for a deluxe resort. But hey I can't say I blame you for asking, it doesn't hurt to ask, but I will warn you, you won't always get a warm response when asking this question. LOL Specially on some of the "other" Disboards that start with a c, they are very passionate on the some of the "other" Disboards that start with a c. :rotfl:
:furious: <---this is some of the members when asking this ? about pool hopping and refillable mugs being used from last time you came. :laughing:



Are you sure about that? I thought the only place one couldn't pool hop was the Yacht and Beach Clubs. Maybe it is a DVC thing, then. Either way, I just got back, and we went to the Beach Club pool to visit friends who were staying there and we didn't have a problem. In fact, when I left late at night, there were several other families in bathing suits/towels who were on the bus with us. I assume they were all doing the same thing......With that said, not that I think about it, I guess it was the wrong thing to do. I would probably be upset if I was paying top dollar to stay at the Beach Club and others were freeloading off of the pool.

[andrewilley]

Don't forget that although pool-hopping is a definite no no :sad2: (apart from between the two Port Orleans resorts' guests) you can still take advantage of any of the paid activities (hey, this is Disney, they never refuse your money!). So you can still eat at any of the restaurants, go fishing, rent a Surrey Bike or boat, or take a carriage ride.

Andre

[hogwartsdropout]

Are you sure about that? I thought the only place one couldn't pool hop was the Yacht and Beach Clubs. Maybe it is a DVC thing, then. Either way, I just got back, and we went to the Beach Club pool to visit friends who were staying there and we didn't have a problem. In fact, when I left late at night, there were several other families in bathing suits/towels who were on the bus with us. I assume they were all doing the same thing......With that said, not that I think about it, I guess it was the wrong thing to do. I would probably be upset if I was paying top dollar to stay at the Beach Club and others were freeloading off of the pool.

Yes I'm sure, this is the case for normal guests. However I've read that DVC members ARE allowed to pool hop if the pool is not too busy.

[bdiddy]

Thanks for the info about pool hopping! I'll tell my husband it is a no-go! It would probably be a pain anyway swimming and then not even having a room there to go back to and change. The fishing and surrey bike might still be an option though!

[robinb]

Yes I'm sure, this is the case for normal guests. However I've read that DVC members ARE allowed to pool hop if the pool is not too busy.You're right. DVC members staying at a DVC resort on points are allowed to pool hop to all pools except Y&BC and AKL and then only when it's not busy. Black-out dates are posted on the DVC website (like Spring Break, 4th July week, Christmas and New Years, etc) when we can't pool hop at all. I'll be at SSR for a few days before we go on our 4-day cruise and then move over to POR :).

[bdiddy]

Well, I guess we aren't downgrading from POR to POP. I called today and they said nothing is available for the free dining at any of the value resorts.

I have to admit I'm a little relieved! I never wanted to move but thought it made sense financially but now that the decision is made for us we'll just deal with it. I'm happy to be staying at POR though.

I did try to move our water view room to a standard room based on what a previous poster said and suggested but they said no standard rooms are available either but I could try back.

Boy - it sounds like the whole place is really going to be booked/crowded if there are no more available rooms. Do you guys find that the free dining period gets more and more crowded as more people find out about it each year?

[klj27]

One of the things that I love about POR is that the resort can be totally booked and based on your room location you may never see any other guests!

[teddygurl28]

Well, I guess we aren't downgrading from POR to POP. I called today and they said nothing is available for the free dining at any of the value resorts.

I have to admit I'm a little relieved! I never wanted to move but thought it made sense financially but now that the decision is made for us we'll just deal with it. I'm happy to be staying at POR though.

I did try to move our water view room to a standard room based on what a previous poster said and suggested but they said no standard rooms are available either but I could try back.

Boy - it sounds like the whole place is really going to be booked/crowded if there are no more available rooms. Do you guys find that the free dining period gets more and more crowded as more people find out about it each year?


i think the common misunderstanding here is that there are probably a whole bunch of standard rooms available-they just arent linked to the free dining promotion-same with the value resort-you could probably easily downgrade to a value but it would be without the free dining promotion. so im sure there are still plenty of available rooms at the resort waiting to be boooked just without free dining promotion ....atleast thats how i understood it from the CM i spoke too.....someone could easily correct me if im mistaken :)

[Mickey's Sister]

i think the common misunderstanding here is that there are probably a whole bunch of standard rooms available-they just arent linked to the free dining promotion-same with the value resort-you could probably easily downgrade to a value but it would be without the free dining promotion. so im sure there are still plenty of available rooms at the resort waiting to be boooked just without free dining promotion ....atleast thats how i understood it from the CM i spoke too.....someone could easily correct me if im mistaken :)

I think you are correct. I wanted to use my postcard code for a Wilderness Lodge room but all of the 'code' rooms were booked for our November trip - except courtyard view with bunkbeds, which we didn't want. I could have reserved a room at the regular rate because there were still rooms available, just not discounted 'code' rooms. Only so many rooms are allotted to these different promotions. But happily, there were still code rooms available at POR!!! :yay:

[mom2munchkins]

Dh and I finally agreed on a resort. I thought it would never happen. He likes the mansions and I like AB. Either will be good I think. My question is I can't seem to find where a good place to be in the mansions. My biggest goal is to not have to carry a sleeping 5 year a long distance back to out room from the bus. Which is the best ? I was thinking Magnolia Terrace? But I'm not sure. If you don't request a place ust close to the buses which section are you likely to get? I saw that Bldg 14 in AB was close to the buses it that right? This is our first family trip and I want everything to be great.Any help would be greatly appreciated! TIA

[DJ Disney Kid]

Magnolia Terrace and AB 14 I believe are both the closest to the food court and main bus stop, but there are other bus stops that are closer to the rooms that are farther out as well. And as you probably know, all you can do is request, but theres no guarantee your going to get it. I wouldn't worry about it too much though, we were in an AB room that was the farthest from the food court a couple years ago, but there was a quiet pool and bus stop right outside our room, so we only had to walk far in the mornings for breakfast. On the way back from parks, we would get off at the main bus stop so we could be right by the food court.

How bout some more pics anyone? I leave for POR in 8 days and can't wait to get back! I'll be taking lots of pics!

[hogwartsdropout]

I just love the huge fan on the ceiling.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/harrys_wheezy/Disney/IMG_6006.jpg

[Sorsha]

Dh and I finally agreed on a resort. I thought it would never happen. He likes the mansions and I like AB. Either will be good I think. My question is I can't seem to find where a good place to be in the mansions. My biggest goal is to not have to carry a sleeping 5 year a long distance back to out room from the bus. Which is the best ? I was thinking Magnolia Terrace? But I'm not sure. If you don't request a place ust close to the buses which section are you likely to get? I saw that Bldg 14 in AB was close to the buses it that right? This is our first family trip and I want everything to be great.Any help would be greatly appreciated! TIA

We were in AB building 37 last September. it was a rather long walk to the main building but North Depot bus stop was literally RIGHT out our door. Don't forget about the other bus stops when you look at the maps, in actuality there are 4 of them. The main depot gets the most use, but the buses do stop at all 4.

Edited to add: If you are set on being in the mansions, it appears from my map that building 80 (Acadian House) is quite close to North Depot, but your best choice would probable be building 85 (Magnolia Terrace). East Depot appears to be *in* Magnolia's parking lot.
HTH!

[Sorsha]

Sign on our building

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/dsci0073_edited.jpg

Interior workings of the water wheel at Riverside Mill

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/dsci0246.jpg

DD4 asleep on the trundle

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/dsci0594.jpg

DDs in front of building

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0071.jpg

DDs on porch, looking out

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0123.jpg

Sinks

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0755.jpg

Bed (not made, sorry)

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0756.jpg

Armoire, open to reveal TV

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0759.jpg

View of Mansions, from Sassagoula river boat

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0114.jpg

View of French Quarter, from Sassagoula river boat

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0116.jpg

Cool bridge, also viewed from boat

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0115.jpg

Front of Riverside main building, viewed at 4:30 AM, waiting for Magical Express (WAH! :sad1: )

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0761.jpg

[klj27]

Another thought about the bus stops. I believe the main stop near the General Store is the last stop. You have better chances of getting a seat at one of the first AB stops.

[Davey-D-99]

Another thought about the bus stops. I believe the main stop near the General Store is the last stop. You have better chances of getting a seat at one of the first AB stops.

This was not always the case last week...At the South (main) depot, many times we were the first stop and then the bus went around to the others...sometimes the South stop was the last stop?
I could never, ever figure out if their was supposed to be a pattern...
Sometimes we shared with POFQ, sometimes it was direct to POR. Sometimes it stopped at POFQ first, then went to West depot at POR and around to the South. Sometimes it went straight to the South depot at POR? I do remember at Epcot and MK at night we never shared with POFQ and went to the South stop at POR first. Picking up and dropping off.
However, many times the bus was already almost full before it came to the South stop to pick us up.

[Sorsha]

This was not always the case last week...At the South (main) depot, many times we were the first stop and then the bus went around to the others...sometimes the South stop was the last stop?
I could never, ever figure out if their was supposed to be a pattern...
Sometimes we shared with POFQ, sometimes it was direct to POR. Sometimes it stopped at POFQ first, then went to West depot at POR and around to the South. Sometimes it went straight to the South depot at POR? I do remember at Epcot and MK at night we never shared with POFQ and went to the South stop at POR first. Picking up and dropping off.
However, many times the bus was already almost full before it came to the South stop to pick us up.

And last September, they were even doing it differently! Usually in the mornings South Depot was so crowded that it got its own bus! Then a separate bus would pick up West, North, and East Depots. Every morning, by the time the bus got to us at West, there were still only like 10 people on it.

Who knows how they do it, I think a lot of it is based on season, crowd levels, and time of day... they just adjust to fit needs.

[Mainyard]

Here are some of my POR pictures. I was there April 19-27.

The first is the courtyard of the building I stayed in ( Acadian Place, room 8215).

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll103/Mainyard/Disneyworld/IMG_0600.jpg
http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll103/Mainyard/Disneyworld/IMG_0623.jpg
http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll103/Mainyard/Disneyworld/IMG_0088.jpg
http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll103/Mainyard/Disneyworld/IMG_0612.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

Love the pic from the mansion Mainyard! I like the green railings.

[kaffinito]

Beautiful photos Mainyard! It makes me "home"sick....

[Millie12591]

Great pictures from the boat! I loved seeing things from that perspective! Good job Sorsha! I wish I could stay there. :sad2: But our next trip will be at the Pop, it's what we can afford. But! I think I'm going to plan a trip with just the kids or one of the kids before the big trip and possibly stay there for a few days, we'll have to see. :thumbsup2 I come here to slobber. ;) And dream. :love:


Sign on our building

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/dsci0073_edited.jpg

Interior workings of the water wheel at Riverside Mill

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/dsci0246.jpg

DD4 asleep on the trundle

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/dsci0594.jpg

DDs in front of building

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0071.jpg

DDs on porch, looking out

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0123.jpg

Sinks

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0755.jpg

Bed (not made, sorry)

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0756.jpg

Armoire, open to reveal TV

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0759.jpg

View of Mansions, from Sassagoula river boat

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0114.jpg

View of French Quarter, from Sassagoula river boat

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0116.jpg

Cool bridge, also viewed from boat

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0115.jpg

Front of Riverside main building, viewed at 4:30 AM, waiting for Magical Express (WAH! :sad1: )

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w220/sorsha_mt/DSCI0761.jpg

[hogwartsdropout]

:thumbsup2 Bob

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/harrys_wheezy/Disney/IMG_5891.jpg

[HonnyDipp]

I LOVE this thread!:dance3:

[shaunaday]

I am sooooo excited! I need a shower. Need to get some laundry done. But all I can do it look at POR and Disney pics!

[MrsNikkie]

This is great. I am really starting to excited for 2009.


Thanks andrewilley for doing the POR site. I think I go on there daily just to look at all the pictures and dream of our trip.

You too? I'm going in August 2009 and I can't wait! My new obsession is Disboards!!!

[hogwartsdropout]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v124/harrys_wheezy/Disney/IMG_5380.jpg

[Smileybug]

Hi everyone. I was just wondering about Christmas decorations. Are there any at this resort?

[mom2munchkins]

You too? I'm going in August 2009 and I can't wait! My new obsession is Disboards!!!

We're not going until September of '09 and I can't pull myself away from the disboards either. I think it's an addiction..LOL

[garys12]

From a 3nite post cruise stay at POR. We stayed in the Magnolia Terrace Section room 8759. The East Depot is right on the back side of the building - not a far walk at all. Quiet pool and laundry right downstairs, and a very short walk to the main pool.

The place is wonderful, take a day away from the park and enjoy the resort. My Son (5) was so excited to see they had bikes there, that we were out for an hour just riding around the resort.

We did not have any problems with the Buses while we were there.

GS

[Kimber1963]

Hi everyone. I was just wondering about Christmas decorations. Are there any at this resort?

All the resorts are decked out at Christmas. We love to go visit other resorts and see how they are all decorated.

[Googelibear]

Thanks for sharing Googelibear. Can't wait until November!!!

my gosh, November is so the perfect time for WDW and that resort.
Wow, with all the "thumbs up" POR gets here and other places, they might just turn it into a deluxe resort and we'll be priced right out of it :scared1:

[Googelibear]

One of the things that I love about POR is that the resort can be totally booked and based on your room location you may never see any other guests!

that is so true. It is just quiet and peaceful. You cannot hear your neighbors you don't see your neighbors. It's all good ;)

[savannahjean85]

I have finally uploaded video from nov to youtube, i'm alittle bit of a procrastinator :confused3
any this is video walking from the lobby to our room (manison side)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBAY9jER28Y

[Smileybug]

All the resorts are decked out at Christmas. We love to go visit other resorts and see how they are all decorated.


Thank you for answering my question. :thumbsup2 We have stayed at the WL at Christmas time and I was just wondering what the POR would be like. Does anyone have any Chrismas pictures to share? I would sure love to see them. We will be there Nov. 29th - Dec, 5th.

[Millie12591]

I have finally uploaded video from nov to youtube, i'm alittle bit of a procrastinator :confused3
any this is video walking from the lobby to our room (manison side)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBAY9jER28Y

SJean~
That was cool! Didn't sound like you had your walking shoes on, no wonder you didn't want to walk to the pool and then to your room! LOL
Now which Mansion was it that you were staying in? I'm starting to wonder if I shouldn't get a part time job outside the home to save for this resort, it's soooo pretty! Thank you for sharing this with us. :love:

[FBandA]

savannahjean85 - thanks for sharing the video, I feel like I have been there now. I will be staying at POR in July for the first time. Now I have an idea how the walking will be. Thanks again.

[savannahjean85]

Glad you guys enjoyed.
I didn't not having on walking shoes, a pair of uncomfy flip flops. DF says I sounded like a horse. :)
It was beautiful on the manison side.

[Millie12591]

[QUOTE=savannahjean85;25218225]Glad you guys enjoyed.
I didn't not having on walking shoes, a pair of uncomfy flip flops. DF says I sounded like a horse. :)
It was beautiful on the manison side.[/QUOTE

If that was sounding like a horse, then you were at least a beautiful sounding horse. ;) Tell DF you did not sound like a horse and that Millie said so! :laughing:
SJean, do you remember the name of the mansions you stayed in? It was sooo pretty.

Oh, and is it really quiet there? I keep hearing everyone say that no matter how crowded it's very quiet there, you don't usually hear anyone and they don't hear you. Did you find this to be true? BTW, you all are to cute for words! (DF and you that is) I looked at your myspace page, love the pics and all your beautiful words, you seem to have a good grasp on enjoying and being greatful for life, not like a lot of kids these days. Sorry I called you a kid, but anyone 25 and younger is a kid to me.;)

[bdiddy]

Thank you for posting that!

I have a question though - can you park at your buildings? Did you have to carry your luggage all that way?

[sazcjg]

19 More days until we check in at POR:cool1:

[andrewilley]

Yes, you can park quite close to the buildings, you don't have to do that walk every time.

And, yes it really is that quiet at POR. Apart from the shoes of course. :)

Loved the strollabout video, thanks for sharing.

Andre

[Maine-iac]

Yes, you can park quite close to the buildings, you don't have to do that walk every time.

And, yes it really is that quiet at POR. Apart from the shoes of course. :)

Loved the strollabout video, thanks for sharing.

Andre

Well if I don't get new sneakers by my Dec trip you will hear my one squeaky shoe when I walk around POR. It drove me nuts on my April trip.

[savannahjean85]

[QUOTE=savannahjean85;25218225]Glad you guys enjoyed.
I didn't not having on walking shoes, a pair of uncomfy flip flops. DF says I sounded like a horse. :)
It was beautiful on the manison side.[/QUOTE

If that was sounding like a horse, then you were at least a beautiful sounding horse. ;) Tell DF you did not sound like a horse and that Millie said so! :laughing:
SJean, do you remember the name of the mansions you stayed in? It was sooo pretty.

Oh, and is it really quiet there? I keep hearing everyone say that no matter how crowded it's very quiet there, you don't usually hear anyone and they don't hear you. Did you find this to be true? BTW, you all are to cute for words! (DF and you that is) I looked at your myspace page, love the pics and all your beautiful words, you seem to have a good grasp on enjoying and being greatful for life, not like a lot of kids these days. Sorry I called you a kid, but anyone 25 and younger is a kid to me.;)



POR was just too beautiful for words. It was very quiet. Our bulding was Magnolia Terrace. Also thank you very much for the compliments, including being called a kid. I still think of myself as a kid in an older body (like most diser :) )

BDiddy
We just walked from the lobby to video tape how pretty it was. We actually parked really close to our bulding, lucked out also because we were right next to the bus stop too.

[UGAFan0829]

Wow, what a great thread. I have to admit that before looking at all these beautiful pictures, POR would have been my last choice for a moderate, but I think I might actually like to try it out one day. The landscaping and theming is beautiful as are the buildings. But the one thing I just can't get past is the beds...I dunno, but they creep me out for some weird reason?!

[Millie12591]

I'm right there with ya! ;) I thought I was the only weird one about the beds. ;)
I would have to stay in the mansions or if I did stay in the AB rooms I would have to be so beyond tired once I got back to the room so that I just would not care. LOL! :rotfl:

[Davey-D-99]

My new work wallpaper...It makes me wish I was back at POR instead of being at work.

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/POR-Effect.jpg

[dogodisney]

That is a beautiful pic for a background. :thumbsup2

[andrewilley]

Nice pic, I very much like the vignetting.

I have quite a few Port Orleans pics as my desktop backgrounds too (I use a wallpaper cycler to keep them fresh). I'm currently on a lovely night-time shot of the Boardwalk.

If anyone wants any of these for their own PC, these (and about 20 others from both POR and POFQ) are available in six desktop sizes from 800x600 to 1680x1050 via this link: http://www.portorleans.org/wallpaper.php

Andre

[dogodisney]

andrewilley, I have those as my wallpapers and I use a cycler program too. I got them from your site. ;) The 4th one is currently my wallpaper. :)

[Smileybug]

Thanks andrewilley for sharing!! I'm really loking forward to staing at this resort!! :thumbsup2

[bdiddy]

I have a question for you guys.......is there a post office on Disney property anywhere?

Thanks!

[DRRluvsWDW]

:cloud9:
Love those beautiful pictures! 191 days away for us. Really hope it is still so beautiful in Nov/Dec!:santa:

[UGAFan0829]

I'm right there with ya! ;) I thought I was the only weird one about the beds. ;)
I would have to stay in the mansions or if I did stay in the AB rooms I would have to be so beyond tired once I got back to the room so that I just would not care. LOL! :rotfl:

Glad I'm not the only one who feels that way!! I thought it was just me!!!
So are you saying that the beds in the mansions are different than the AB? (I'm guessing that AB means Alligator Bayou...)

[andrewilley]

So are you saying that the beds in the mansions are different than the AB? (I'm guessing that AB means Alligator Bayou...)

Yes, Alligator Bayou and the Mansion buildings have completely different decors. Mansions are much more like French Quarter rooms.

Alligator Bayou:
http://www.portorleans.org/images/RivAB-Room.jpg

Magnolia Bend (mansions):
http://www.portorleans.org/images/RivMag-Room.jpg

French Quarter:
http://www.portorleans.org/images/FQ-Room.jpg

Andre

[Millie12591]

Glad I'm not the only one who feels that way!! I thought it was just me!!!
So are you saying that the beds in the mansions are different than the AB? (I'm guessing that AB means Alligator Bayou...)

AndreWilley said it all! ;)
And yes AB = Alligator Bayou, the beds are just a little to rustic for me, I would be afraid at night I would bump into the beds and bang up my feet/legs or hands if I hit the headboard, I like the Mansions MUCH better.
AW is such a great source of information! :lovestruc Thank you AW!

[Millie12591]

AW, which Mansion has the beautiful fountain that you have for the computer wallpaper on your site? I love that one and I love the Magnolia both, not sure which one I would like best. Decisions, decisions. Wish all my decision making in life would be about such trivial, beautiful things. :goodvibes

[andrewilley]

AW, which Mansion has the beautiful fountain that you have for the computer wallpaper on your site?

The one in the photo a few postings back (the round fountain infront of the "whitehouse-style" building) is on the riverview side of Oak Manor. Most of the mansion buildings have water features of some kind though - see the Magnolia Bend section of the Gallery at my website for more photos.

Andre

[Millie12591]

The one in the photo a few postings back (the round fountain infront of the "whitehouse-style" building) is on the riverview side of Oak Manor. Most of the mansion buildings have water features of some kind though - see the Magnolia Bend section of the Gallery at my website for more photos.

Andre

Thank you Andre! ;)

[FBandA]

Does anyone have any more pictures?:cool1:

[Davey-D-99]

This was the view from just outside our room on the second floor of AB building #27
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/POR-RoomView.jpg

And a few other from four weeks ago...
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/POR-17.jpg

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/POR-16.jpg

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/IMG_3129.jpg

[dogodisney]

Very nice pics Davey-D-99. :thumbsup2

FBandA, since you trip is before mine, you'll have to take lots of pics and post them! :hyper:

[FBandA]

I will be taking a lot of pictures, this is were I am spending a lot of my time DH just shakes his head. I can't wait to see what room I get, all I know is that we have asked for a king size bed. Hoping we get one in 18 but I know we will be happy were ever they place us. First trip for just DH and I.

[dogodisney]

Have a great trip! :thumbsup2
We (I) requested a waterview so I am anxious to see what we will get.

Looking forward to your pics! :banana:

[kmg1107]

Here are some of our pictures from November. (If this works, I will post more.)

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0338.jpg

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0341.jpg

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0342.jpg

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0343.jpg

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0344.jpg

[kmg1107]

Here are more...

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0346.jpg

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0347.jpg

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0348.jpg

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0349.jpg

http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn296/kmg1107/th_DSCN0350.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

Back from my trip, here are some photos to add:

http://a62.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/51/l_97dd57bddf9cd37e4bc4a86546466e55.jpg

http://a374.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/117/l_0131146fb6d24d1fb381fa1e3a14dcad.jpg

http://a283.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/105/l_2abd108ba0007a22012db7b96802ffca.jpg

http://a147.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/113/l_8b5c049769ad919cf7aa87fd437418b2.jpg

http://a356.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/60/l_d736d869aaead6f69bfda131e8cd9373.jpg

http://a568.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/91/l_ccd1a87ca865bee889bdd823b1fb4597.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

Some HDR photos my brother took:

http://a761.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/13/l_0515b230396268002d64ac2c460a3330.jpg

http://a775.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/126/l_75e99d83ced3296ee639149603252c1e.jpg

http://a800.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/15/l_db77d0e05e2708df7b785f327c41b51f.jpg

http://a283.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/113/l_1b79e516167b19f9fecb139f2ae668da.jpg

http://a322.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/124/l_b5ea98857e2f1a41ce7917e44e908541.jpg

http://a543.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/128/l_f5ee53fe46d3c07a41a4bd8fb7fed27e.jpg

http://a37.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/62/l_f8c87cc1d1c384da2864f1e8ca0840cc.jpg

http://a702.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/11/l_3c3b3b3068d398ad5fb97b64bfdba45d.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

More HDR photos:

http://a886.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/117/l_fd691dae972f4a93b91b43b4ae337f0d.jpg

http://a350.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/19/l_953026aa04f57f0fe3cd34f8cbaad645.jpg

http://a500.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/85/l_5dba9c6641587491bb8cf962af993b93.jpg

http://a526.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/28/l_48a7984c893144a1a1bad14a5fb6f125.jpg

http://a643.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/20/l_da56ae07874525e607e1d9f0dc798d62.jpg

http://a173.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/107/l_df62cc00a5854114fc3958c0f8b6ce9c.jpg

http://a876.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/82/l_50a9d0ddc935c34c647559f2b0e2454b.jpg

http://a57.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/18/l_6ebb65c8fac23dd5589034aec9bf8f80.jpg

[dogodisney]

Beautiful pics! Thanks for sharing! :yay:

[DJ Disney Kid]

And even more:

http://a686.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/119/l_6fada52eccab0243530e1ebf205c2c6d.jpg

http://a826.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/121/l_fd8a08da97451aad581db5c8a04cc791.jpg

http://a554.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/99/l_9a7ad8ca09dde72ed89ca5598cf12251.jpg

http://a453.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/107/l_238ab434bcf53a61df7036a28fe40fa4.jpg

http://a596.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/108/l_6eaabaeac871a4f26efdaa78dc207883.jpg

http://a92.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/98/l_5c7bde73c2750534aa69665d17564c1b.jpg

http://a839.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/3/l_257370da3be73d6cddf0255d10ae96ae.jpg

http://a248.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/1/l_1c93b24b7325e0bcc01dca52a7a3ad4f.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

Yep, you guessed it, even more, just for you this time!

http://a565.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/120/l_8681f4cb6f025341538819a03c5d17ec.jpg

http://a237.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/107/l_b6190eb2e703456f36644e24cf68cc1c.jpg

http://a891.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/12/l_49e7b2d448de34ba119bcac14aacf832.jpg

http://a920.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/54/l_b691373e0daca77947b82ef917f4eccf.jpg

http://a909.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/114/l_6ca7cbba212af10b8e5ae43447a31f5c.jpg

http://a662.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/14/l_d390d8f51144a76ac3f5856ccac99385.jpg

http://a693.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/61/l_c5bd263c6da65459127bdf7e8c2658cc.jpg

http://a409.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/19/l_d5f11b644e3035b68f4209e2cd91c6c0.jpg

[REL1203]

Some of those seems over HDR'd to me, and i love HDR

[DJ Disney Kid]

Still going, who says I don't love the DIS:

http://a386.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/101/l_a643ebdddb914f6f44e87b0030aefe61.jpg

http://a854.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/89/l_c728b31d416343c4648f43d778105bfd.jpg

http://a903.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/94/l_c47e1df1635e55e98aacaaa612f333a6.jpg

http://a257.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/11/l_f2863a022c3f32e57bf69a4c4e6a20e0.jpg

http://a345.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/33/l_8d26df2da8d20f2073fdd9022e6c3c48.jpg

http://a824.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/47/l_96752001d35cbc64cdf15adf6de8c5e7.jpg

http://a813.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/16/l_05205d05c026b9aab3c5c2055f59b32c.jpg

http://a877.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/80/l_ef14d2944e8f765cc826b789d227a62c.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

Almost done now:

http://a324.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/51/l_8ed5e4d42aebc3176f399c874a500cd3.jpg

http://a716.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/112/l_b7043dfb661f38c5889c72cdf7f0e0db.jpg

Its about to get dark out!!!

http://a13.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/127/l_15bdb8fe8ac19304288b4ba0b1f4f624.jpg

http://a473.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/119/l_ebeca04687480ac27c41f42e48dbc4b8.jpg

http://a893.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/44/l_936816c252248d578dc1a130b0b4113c.jpg

http://a538.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/93/l_6792914cf1d47abde1e11d56a8d12639.jpg

http://a202.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/103/l_55784ed8e0b3f85ff3fde2a8928e8f31.jpg

Thats all! Enjoy. :thumbsup2

[klj27]

Wow. I have never seen HDR photos before. Those look more like paintings than photos.

[DJ Disney Kid]

Some of those seems over HDR'd to me, and i love HDR

It was his first time attempting it. :)

[kandaf]

:thumbsup2 Great pictures! Thanks for sharing.

[tnmomof4]

Thanks for sharing. The pictures are great!! POR seems so pretty and laid back. This will be our first time at POR, and I am really excited.

[DJ Disney Kid]

Thanks for sharing. The pictures are great!! POR seems so pretty and laid back. This will be our first time at POR, and I am really excited.

I see your going to the World in Nov. Just a suggestion, but you should definitely do Mickeys Christmas Party and do NOT miss the Christmas Castle lights!!

[OatsZoo]

Wow those are amazing, just a question, what kind of camera are you using? Did you use Photoshop to alter the pics? My husband is just getting into using his new Digital SLR and hoping to take great pics when we are in POR in September.

Can't wait to show him your pictures, they are stunning. You should sell the pictures to Disney for their promos. They definitely show how beautiful POR is.

[DJ Disney Kid]

Im not sure what type of camera my brother has since he took the pics, I'll have to ask him.

[andrewilley]

Im not sure what type of camera my brother has since he took the pics, I'll have to ask him.

I'd be very interested to know how he HDR'd them, from JPEG, a single RAW file or bracketed RAW files? A couple of the autumnal-looking views along tree-lined pathways are really gorgeous.

Andre

[DRRluvsWDW]

DJ Disney Kid--Those pictures are incredible! Thanks for sharing!:)
Denise:santa:

[diane358]

Those pictures are beautiful. They should be framed.:lovestruc

Thank you for sharing. I can't wait for Septmeber so I can see it in person!!!:cool1:

[lazydoxy66]

I can hardly stand the wait and now I've seen all these great pics!:sad:

[FBandA]

I am so excited:banana:DH and I will be there in a month thanks for all the pictures.

[ginaluvsdisney]

My son at the pool
IMG]http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn104/ginaluvsdisney/disney2008080.jpg[/IMG]
My son watching my sisters' Zoom
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn104/ginaluvsdisney/disney2008158.jpg
Benjamin, Mark and I outside our room
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn104/ginaluvsdisney/disney2008172.jpg

[ginaluvsdisney]

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn104/ginaluvsdisney/disney2008080.jpg

[lazydoxy66]

Great pics Gina!! What a cutie your son is.;)

[Davey-D-99]

From Early May...

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/collage18.jpg

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/collage21.jpg

[kaffinito]

Whoo Hoo!!! It only took two months but I finally figured out how to post a photo!

Here is the path from the food court to building 14 POR AB Section last April
http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/189195IMG_0434_11.JPG

[kaffinito]

And here are more photos....
http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/189195IMG_0433_11.JPG

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/189195IMG_0432_11.JPG

And next time I stay at POR I will ask for a parking lot room!!!
http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/189195IMG_0430_11.JPG

[kaffinito]

Some of the outdoor seating at Riverside Mill
http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/189195IMG_0435_1.JPG

And some more seating with a view of the bridge going to Ol' Man Island.
http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/189195IMG_0437_1.JPG

[HonnyDipp]

These are amazing pics guys, thanks for sharing!:thumbsup2

[dogodisney]

:hourglass Counting the days...... :hyper:

[Millie12591]

I'd be very interested to know how he HDR'd them, from JPEG, a single RAW file or bracketed RAW files? A couple of the autumnal-looking views along tree-lined pathways are really gorgeous.

Andre

What does HDR'd mean? I'm not very savy to anything tech-ish, but then I'm sure you could tell that from the question. LOL

[andrewilley]

What does HDR'd mean? I'm not very savy to anything tech-ish, but then I'm sure you could tell that from the question. LOL

HDR stands for High Dynamic Range, a fairly advanced photographic post-processing technique which allows photos with very mixed brightness levels (e.g. a sunny scene that is viewed through a dark archway) to provide better visible detail over the whole image area rather than having one part under-exposed and another part over-exposed. It can also be used to create interesting effects and change the mood of photos. There are programs around now which pretty much automate this process for beginners.

See: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_dynamic_range_imaging

Andre

[Millie12591]

Thank you for the information! Now I know!

[PrincessMommyof3]

Looking at everyones pics got me so excited for our trip. Thanks for sharing! 11 days from now we will be on a plane heading to POR/WDW and be able to share our pics with everyone here. :cool1:

[DisneyBaby2004]

Well I have just switched from CSR (our usual) to POR thanks to this thread. :goodvibes I hope I made a good decision. The resort seems so pretty.

[klj27]

Well I have just switched from CSR (our usual) to POR thanks to this thread. :goodvibes I hope I made a good decision. The resort seems so pretty.


We stayed at both on the same tirp and loved POR soooo much more!

[dredick]

we loved POR
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0650.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0652.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0654.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0657.jpg

[dredick]

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0659.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0660.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0661.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0662.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0663.jpg

[dredick]

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0665.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0920.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0921.jpg

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0925.jpg

[disneymom727]

we loved POR


http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg248/dredick/disney%202006/SIMG0657.jpg


Quick question, is this a deep or shallow part of the pool? Just trying to figure out if my son will be able to play in this part or not. He is still a new swimmer. Thanks.

Also, I love the pictures. I've keep calling to see if we can get a room at POFQ instead since we're familiar with it and love it there. However your pictures made me think maybe I shouldn't. I am curious about the fishing too. Did you bring your own poles or are they there to rent? Something else I know DS would love to try with his dad. Thanks again.

[andrewilley]

Quick question, is this a deep or shallow part of the pool? Just trying to figure out if my son will be able to play in this part or not. He is still a new swimmer.

That section (with the island in the middle) is the deep part. Off to the left is the shallower stepped entry area, and there's also a seperate kiddie pool which is only a foot or so deep.

Andre

[dredick]

Quick question, is this a deep or shallow part of the pool? Just trying to figure out if my son will be able to play in this part or not. He is still a new swimmer. Thanks.

Also, I love the pictures. I've keep calling to see if we can get a room at POFQ instead since we're familiar with it and love it there. However your pictures made me think maybe I shouldn't. I am curious about the fishing too. Did you bring your own poles or are they there to rent? Something else I know DS would love to try with his dad. Thanks again.

the pool question was answered, so here is the fishing one:
we rented the cane poles at the fishing hole. just a little bit from the pool. the boys loved it! it was all catch and release.

[disneymom727]

Thanks. I went back and looked at the fishing poles after I asked the question and could tell they were most likely rentals. I guess I should have paid closer attention before I asked. ;) Good to know about the pool too. Thanks to you both.

[Davey-D-99]

From Early May 2008...
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/collage29.jpg

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/collage30.jpg

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/collage31.jpg

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/collage32.jpg

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/collage10.jpg

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii295/Davey-D-99/collage36.jpg

[Rikku]

We just got back from POR as well. Loved it!!!

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff285/19PK74/HPIM0346.jpg

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff285/19PK74/HPIM0352.jpg

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff285/19PK74/DisneyWorld08170.jpg

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff285/19PK74/HPIM0275.jpg

[Googelibear]

Well I have just switched from CSR (our usual) to POR thanks to this thread. :goodvibes I hope I made a good decision. The resort seems so pretty.

Believe me, if you view your trip to WDW as a vacation, you have made the right decision. You'll be wanting to spend time at POR rather than dash off to the parks every waking minute ;)

Congratulations :thumbsup2

[FBandA]

Leaving in 2 weeks and I can't wait... anymore pictures?

[Davey-D-99]

My DS (9) made a fun little slideshow of our Riverside photos... Very creative of him.

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=s8NDFCv7QQk

[Harvest02]

My DS (9) made a fun little slideshow of our Riverside photos... Very creative of him.

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=s8NDFCv7QQk

Great slideshow! Your DS9 is very talented to do such a great you tube video and great music! We stayed there in October 2007, and LOVED, LOVED, LOVED POR!!! Definitely one of our favorite resorts now! Thanks for sharing and bringing back so many great memories of our visit from a year ago!:goodvibes

[dogodisney]

My DS (9) made a fun little slideshow of our Riverside photos... Very creative of him.

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=s8NDFCv7QQk

Tell him that he did a wonderful job. :thumbsup2 I really enjoyed it. Watching it made me more excited about my upcoming trip! Everytime I need a little fix, I will watch his slideshow. :goodvibes

[Davey-D-99]

Great slideshow! Your DS9 is very talented to do such a great you tube video and great music! We stayed there in October 2007, and LOVED, LOVED, LOVED POR!!! Definitely one of our favorite resorts now! Thanks for sharing and bringing back so many great memories of our visit from a year ago!

Tell him that he did a wonderful job. I really enjoyed it. Watching it made me more excited about my upcoming trip! Everytime I need a little fix, I will watch his slideshow.

Thanks...He is proud of it. He has been obsessed lately with YouTube videos of Disney. I think it's helping him get over the WDW withdrawl. We had such a wonderful 1st WDW vacation in May, I've lost count of how many times my kids have asked...

"Dad, when do think we will go again? What resort do think we will stay at when we go again? Can we stay at POR when we go back to WDW? Dad, can't you wait to ride EE and ToT again? Are we going next year again? Do we have to wait like 3 years to go back? Can we go in 2010 maybe?"

[FBandA]

Davey-D-99- Your children sound like me asking my DH when we can go back again. I have all kinds of reasons why we should go back, but the checkbook says other wise. Gotta love Disney. Thanks for sharing DS video

[TagsMissy]

All of those pictures are just so awesome.... I just booked and paid for our first trip in 10 years the other day. Got free dining... am staying 9 nights.. I want to blink and have it be our departure date now! :banana: :yay:

[Kurby]

these pictures are wonderful - i can't wait until next spring for our trip

[amyy]

Love the pictures! I will be staying here next month for my 4th time!!

[lazydoxy66]

Anybody got any new pics of POR?????

[supersuperwendy]

POR is so pretty! We loved it there!

http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/1546/1003009re1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/6071/1003010tz8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img392.imageshack.us/img392/1793/1003008xm1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img392.imageshack.us/img392/9510/1003012ju0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[FBandA]

Just back and posting some of my pictures

Room 1756
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540006.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540008-1.jpg

View outside door looking over at Building 28
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540017.jpg

Views around Building 17
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540035.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540045.jpg

This was the room 1716 DH did not want it is right next to the quiet pool he felt we would have to many people walking by. They had no problem changing our room.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540043.jpg

We are going home and the rain came down and down and down.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540118.jpg

[ireland_nicole]

Great pics everybody! Only 52 days to go! And now I have a slideshow (very talented 9 y/o BTW) to help me pass the time! :cool1: :cool1:

[lazydoxy66]

Thanks for the pics!! Wonderful shots.
SSW - The kids are too cute.

[supersuperwendy]

Thanks LazyDoxy!!

[dogodisney]

Thanks for sharing your pics supersuperwendy and
FBandA. They are helping to build the excitement.

[nurse.darcy]

This thread has made me so excited to stay at POR. I was really torn cause I was staying my entire vacation at BWI on bounceback when the AP rates came out. I have wanted to try PO but didn't want to pay full price when I can get a room at the Swan/Dolphin for the same price. With the AP rate I decided to do a split stay. . .Now I am at POR for 5 nights and BWI for three nights. . .this has me VERY excited. . .and these pics have SOLD this place to me.

[supersuperwendy]

nurse darcy you will love it there! I've stayed at both places and you can't go wrong at either!!!

[Ashes8380]

I'm staying here in October and I am SO excited:cool1: I stayed there when it was still Dixie Landings a long time ago, but I don't remember it well at all. We should be in the AB section since we need the trundle bed, which, based on the pictures, I think I"ll like more than the mansions. Thanks for all the great pics! I can't wait!

[nurse.darcy]

nurse darcy you will love it there! I've stayed at both places and you can't go wrong at either!!!

Thank you. . .I am really excited. . .was kind of worried but the pix have me going nuts. . .lol. . .

[tnmomof4]

I also am really excited about staying here!! All these pictures are great.

My four kids and I will be staying here for the first time Aug. 22-24. We can't wait!!

[Kimber1963]

I'm staying here in October and I am SO excited:cool1: I stayed there when it was still Dixie Landings a long time ago, but I don't remember it well at all. We should be in the AB section since we need the trundle bed, which, based on the pictures, I think I"ll like more than the mansions. Thanks for all the great pics! I can't wait!

We will be there in October too! Can't wait! :cool1:

[lazydoxy66]

Thank you. . .I am really excited. . .was kind of worried but the pix have me going nuts. . .lol. . .

Same here. It has gotten a few bad reviews which worried me at first. The good reviews outweigh the bad ones. Everyone has their own tastes. POR just doesn't suit some. I think it looks absolutely gorgeous. I don't know where they will put us, that's a part of the surprise for me. I know I will enjoy it no matter what.;)

[DRRluvsWDW]

POR is such a beautiful place, it would be nice if they did the photopass "private sessions" here. I have seen some of you on that thread!;) It seems they are only at deluxe resorts.
Denise:)

[j-jhall]

Here are my pics of POR from the last 2 years when we stayed. May 2006 and September 2007.

http://picasaweb.google.com/jjhall99/PortOrleansRiverside

[dogodisney]

Here are my pics of POR from the last 2 years when we stayed. May 2006 and September 2007.

http://picasaweb.google.com/jjhall99/PortOrleansRiverside

Thank you for feeding my excitement. I'll be there in 45 days!!! :dance3:

[DRRluvsWDW]

Here are my pics of POR from the last 2 years when we stayed. May 2006 and September 2007.

http://picasaweb.google.com/jjhall99/PortOrleansRiverside

Thanks for the beautiful pictures!:cloud9: So excited to be going there!:yay:
Denise

[Maine-iac]

Here are my pics of POR from the last 2 years when we stayed. May 2006 and September 2007.

http://picasaweb.google.com/jjhall99/PortOrleansRiverside

In one of your photos there appears to be some one in a kayak. Do they rent those?

[j-jhall]

Yes they do rent those. http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/moreMagic/otherRecDetail?id=OtherRecMarinaDetailPage

More info above.

[Maine-iac]

Yes they do rent those. http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/moreMagic/otherRecDetail?id=OtherRecMarinaDetailPage

More info above.

Thanks Jim!!

[ChrisMouse]

I'm so glad I found this thread!

I'm in the process of booking a second honeymoon at Port Orleans Riverside for November. We stayed at Dixie Landings for our original honeymoon 13 years ago. This will be our first "getaway" trip since our children were born over 8 years ago...so I can't wait!

These pictures remind me so much of our honeymoon and I can't wait to book this trip!

I just need building suggestions. We were in Alligator Bayou years ago...and I want to do that again, of course, but are there any AB rooms that are near a parking lot? I know it sounds crazy, but we actually need to be close to a parking lot because we are going to a trade show during our trip and have to drive to the Orlando Convention Center for several of the days.

Thanks for any help you can provide!

[j-jhall]

http://www.allears.net/acc/portorleansmap.jpg

This might help!

[Dopey Rocks!]

Subbing!!

Thank you for posting your great pictures. We are thinking of booking our next trip here during the Christmas season-would love to see pictures from that time frame. Thanks!:)

[Maria_O]

Thank you everybody for posting such great pics! We're going Jan 1, 2009 and I feel I can't wait! POR looks sooo nice! That said, this is our first trip and I think we would be thrilled regardless of the resort.

[HonnyDipp]

Here are my pics of POR from the last 2 years when we stayed. May 2006 and September 2007.

http://picasaweb.google.com/jjhall99/PortOrleansRiverside

Love your pics! Thanks for sharing!

[j-jhall]

Love your pics! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks. I will have some more to share next month!

[supersuperwendy]

Thank you everybody for posting such great pics! We're going Jan 1, 2009 and I feel I can't wait! POR looks sooo nice! That said, this is our first trip and I think we would be thrilled regardless of the resort.

You really will LOVE it! It's such a pretty resort!

[zackiedawg]

The only shot I've got uploaded right now!:

http://www.pbase.com/zackiedawg/image/86867371.jpg

Stayed there a few years back, but I recycle the shots in my gallery often and don't have any of those older shots still uploaded. I'll have to dig through and see if I've got any worth reuploading.

Beautiful grounds at Riverside...I need to make a point of going back there with intent to take more scenic photographs!

[j-jhall]

The only shot I've got uploaded right now!:

http://www.pbase.com/zackiedawg/image/86867371.jpg

Stayed there a few years back, but I recycle the shots in my gallery often and don't have any of those older shots still uploaded. I'll have to dig through and see if I've got any worth reuploading.

Beautiful grounds at Riverside...I need to make a point of going back there with intent to take more scenic photographs!
http://picasaweb.google.com/jjhall99/portorleansRiverside

Check out the first picture in the album! Good angle!

[Aly23]

I'm so glad I found this thread today. We had to switch from POFQ to POR due to AP discount availablitiy, so I've been trying to convince myself that it was a wise decision. This thread has definitely put my mind at ease!!
I do have a question I'm hoping someone can answer. We don't take the buses, but prefer to drive to the parks. Are there parking lots behind each of the different buildings, or will we have to park in one central lot and then possibly have to walk a far distance to our room?

[zackiedawg]

Each section has its own parking lots. You may be farther from your particular room just because it's such a big resort, but not from your building or section. You should be fine.

[j-jhall]

I'm so glad I found this thread today. We had to switch from POFQ to POR due to AP discount availablitiy, so I've been trying to convince myself that it was a wise decision. This thread has definitely put my mind at ease!!
I do have a question I'm hoping someone can answer. We don't take the buses, but prefer to drive to the parks. Are there parking lots behind each of the different buildings, or will we have to park in one central lot and then possibly have to walk a far distance to our room?
See my post #439 for the map and it shows parking. Like zackiedawg said, you should be fine.

[Aly23]

I appreciate the parking info!!

[devonsmommy]

I apologize, I haven't read through all 30 pages. Are there any photos of king rooms at POR? And do they have kings in both AB and mansions?

[lilsydney]

[QUOTE=Flametamr;23379504]I'll contribute a couple of pics cause I like them but hated the resort. Just curious why you need to get excited when this will be your third time at POR ???

Hi
thinking of an Oct trip and have only stayed at the CBR (first time)
why did you hate the resort?? :confused3

we are a family of three and are thinking that the boat to DTD etc will give us a completely different experience

curious to know

thanks

L

[DRRluvsWDW]

The boat goes to POFQ and DTD only. It is a bus to everything else. I have read the boat is a beautiful ride. Check out portorleans.org :)

[lilsydney]

I know this has been discussed but I am wondering- are there specific pros and cons between the mansions vs the other rooms? I understand its personal preference :rolleyes1 but there have to be some differences

seems like the other rooms are more rustic vs elegant in the mansions not sure either one is more less appealing to us, my 8 yr old DD thinks the word MANSION is clearly indicitive of a better time ;) but what would we be giving up and what would make it that much better?

also- if you request mansion is it guareenteed?

thanks all

can't wait to come back!! :banana:

[Googelibear]

Everytime I book a trip to WDW I think I am going to try another resort and then it's just impossible. The one thing that really makes a difference for us is the quiet. It's just so quiet and I know the resort is full.

The other thing is the boat ride to DTD. What a way to travel. So very relaxing, something new to see with every ride.

In the AB section, on the second floor, I always feel like we are in a treehouse. So lush and green.

In January I booked POFQ :eek: I hope it is equally as beautiful.

[FBandA]

I apologize, I haven't read through all 30 pages. Are there any photos of king rooms at POR? And do they have kings in both AB and mansions?

This was our room 1756, and as you can see there is a king size bed.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540008-1.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540006.jpg
This is room 1716 and it had a king size bed, but we did not like the location.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540043.jpg

[tinknme]

Here are pictures of our room in Oak Manor:

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b392/jlcorbin/Misc/100_0801.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b392/jlcorbin/Misc/100_0802.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b392/jlcorbin/Misc/100_0800-1.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b392/jlcorbin/Misc/100_0803.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b392/jlcorbin/Misc/100_0804.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b392/jlcorbin/Misc/100_0805.jpg

[rochek1999]

Thanks everyone for the great pictures and info! We'll be staying at POR in November. Has anyone stayed during the middle of November? I am slightly worried about how cool the weather will be. Was last in WDW about 6 years ago in April and the weather was unseasonably cool then - froze to death at Typhoon Lagoon :scared1:

Can't wait to get to POR! :banana:

[andrewilley]

Any specific / unusual POR picture requests, let me know here and I'll try to snap them while I'm here if I can.

Andre

[RNMOM]

I was wondering if anyone can tell me which buildings the handicapped rooms are in? I have one reserved with a roll in shower. Thanks for all the wonderful info and photos. :cool1:

P.S. We are going Oct. 18-25

[OatsZoo]

This was our room 1756, and as you can see there is a king size bed.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540008-1.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540006.jpg
This is room 1716 and it had a king size bed, but we did not like the location.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540043.jpg

What was it about the location that you did not like? We requested a manor as it is our anniversary but you never know what you are going to get.

[dogodisney]

Any specific / unusual POR picture requests, let me know here and I'll try to snap them while I'm here if I can.

Andre

Don't forget about the butterfly garden. ;)

[tinknme]

Don't forget about the butterfly garden. ;)


I posted about this & then forgot to check it out during our stay :headache:

[dogodisney]

I posted about this & then forgot to check it out during our stay :headache:

I'm hoping that I don't forget to check it out. :rolleyes1

[DJ Disney Kid]

Thanks everyone for the great pictures and info! We'll be staying at POR in November. Has anyone stayed during the middle of November? I am slightly worried about how cool the weather will be. Was last in WDW about 6 years ago in April and the weather was unseasonably cool then - froze to death at Typhoon Lagoon :scared1:

Can't wait to get to POR! :banana:

Nov. weather is beautiful during the day, but you will most likely need a sweater and jeans for the evening. Last year, mid Nov. we had great weather all week and then a cold front moved in the morning we were leaving, it was FREEZING! So you just never know?!

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[The Marsons]

I just love POR and could look at these amazing pictures all day.

Thanks for sharing:thumbsup2

[dixiegirl]

Although I have been to POR numerous times, I never get tired of looking at photos! It's so beautiful - DH and I are really looking forward to seeing it again in 7 weeks!

Thanks to everyone who was kind enough to share these amazing photos!

[Kurby]

we're about to book our last 3 nights at Riverside.

anyone want to recommend a section that is outstanding or a view that is amazing?

not that we'll be in the room looking out often just looking to end our trip with a wonderful room

[andrewilley]

we're about to book our last 3 nights at Riverside.

anyone want to recommend a section that is outstanding or a view that is amazing?

not that we'll be in the room looking out often just looking to end our trip with a wonderful room

River view from Alligator Bayou 14 or 27 is great, or river view from Oak Manor or especially Parterre Place with the water ferries and carriage rides going past at night.

Andre

[FBandA]

What was it about the location that you did not like? We requested a manor as it is our anniversary but you never know what you are going to get.

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540043.jpg

Sorry I did not get back to you sooner, We did not like room 1716 because it was on the first floor and there was more traffic, more people used this walk way, we used it to get to our changed room 1756. 1756 was on the 2nd floor and out of the way, it had a very nice view.

If you would like to be close to the quiet pool and laundry. This would be a great spot. It does have a king size bed.

[j-jhall]

Doing the single digit dance!!! :cool1: :banana:

If anyone is down there from the 14th thru the 20th and want to say hi, PM me and we will see what we can work out!

Wishing everyone lots of the dust for the trip! pixiedust:

[dogodisney]

I will be gone before yoou get there. We lwave in just a few hours to go down. :cool1: :banana: :yay: :dance3:
Have a great trip! Be safe. :goodvibes

[TJM1976]

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a288/FBandA/74540043.jpg

Sorry I did not get back to you sooner, We did not like room 1716 because it was on the first floor and there was more traffic, more people used this walk way, we used it to get to our changed room 1756. 1756 was on the 2nd floor and out of the way, it had a very nice view.

If you would like to be close to the quiet pool and laundry. This would be a great spot. It does have a king size bed.


Were 1716 and 1756 both king beds? And both corner rooms with 2 windows? Are they considered Standard or Water / Preferred View?
Thx

[lilsydney]

Doing the single digit dance!!! :cool1: :banana:

If anyone is down there from the 14th thru the 20th and want to say hi, PM me and we will see what we can work out!

Wishing everyone lots of the dust for the trip! pixiedust:

16-20th for our first time at POR

I am sooo excited. :yay: :yay: :yay:

we have asked for 14/18 of AB or the mansions

I can't wait I can't wait

[FBandA]

Were 1716 and 1756 both king beds? And both corner rooms with 2 windows? Are they considered Standard or Water / Preferred View?
Thx

Yes both 1716 and 1756 have king size beds and they are corner rooms. They are considered King size and I do believe that you pay extra for the king size bed.

[nnapoles]

I love this place !!!:love:

http://i313.photobucket.com/albums/ll399/nnapoles18/Tyler%20Birthday%20Trip/000_0049.jpg
http://i313.photobucket.com/albums/ll399/nnapoles18/Tyler%20Birthday%20Trip/000_0050.jpg
http://i313.photobucket.com/albums/ll399/nnapoles18/Tyler%20Birthday%20Trip/000_0051.jpg

[TJM1976]

Yes both 1716 and 1756 have king size beds and they are corner rooms. They are considered King size and I do believe that you pay extra for the king size bed.


THANKS!!! :thumbsup2

[SarahK]

Thanks everyone for posting these pictures! We leave in a little over 2 weeks, and I can't wait!! Even my husband who isn't really thrilled about this trip (first visit!) thinks that he might have a nice time relaxing at the resort now that he's seen all the pictures! :goodvibes

Sarah :)

[andrewilley]

Even my husband who isn't really thrilled about this trip (first visit!) thinks that he might have a nice time relaxing at the resort now that he's seen all the pictures!

Grin, how many threads have we seen with messages in like that one?

I'd just make sure that you take the WDW booking line phone number with you, ready for when he asks for it half-way through your stay to book again for next year. :)

Andre

[SarahK]

Grin, how many threads have we seen with messages in like that one?

I'd just make sure that you take the WDW booking line phone number with you, ready for when he asks for it half-way through your stay to book again for next year. :)

Andre

Ha! That is exactly what I'm hoping for ;) Keep your fingers crossed!

[gr8tdame]

Grin, how many threads have we seen with messages in like that one?

I'd just make sure that you take the WDW booking line phone number with you, ready for when he asks for it half-way through your stay to book again for next year. :)

Andre

My darling Husband LOL was unsure about POR but now it is his favorite resort. He had me book it for next year before we checked out. LOL

[acm563]

We haven't booked just yet, but this is where we will be staying 10/30-11/04. My first trip there! I'm so excited!!

Thank you, everyone, for posting such beautiful pictures! I've got just over 7 months to go, but I can't wait to add our pics when we get back.

DJ Disney Kid - Thanks for your comparison of POR to CSR. I had originally wanted to stay there, but after doing some research on different message boards it looks like POR is the way to go. Your post just confirmed our decision once again!

:wave2: Hello :) My son and I will also be there Oct 30-late Nov 2 :) I have been enjoying the pics :)

[YesMickey]

I've stated it before. One of the most pleasurable times my family has at Disney is at least one morning during our stay at POR, we wake up real early and take a sunup walk down the Sassagoula over to POFQ for beignets. It is one of the most refreshing and enjoyable things there is. My kids love the little bunnies you see while walking along the trail. You have got to do it. It's a great way to start a day.:thumbsup2

[andrewilley]

One of the most pleasurable times my family has at Disney is at least one morning during our stay at POR, we wake up real early and take a sunup walk down the Sassagoula over to POFQ for beignets.

We love that too. Coming from the UK, we're always still running on British time on our first morning, so we tend to wake up at far-too-early-O'clock.

My DD (now 8) and I now have a tradition that on our first morning at about 5.30 we'll go "moon walking" (her phrase) around POR. It's so still and peaceful and the river is as calm as a millpond. We'll explore the resort, she'll dip her feet in the swimming pool, and we'll watch the dawn arrive as we walk around. It's really lovely.

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/andrewilley/Walt%20Disney%20World%20-%20May%202006/Family/WDW-May06-Family-Orig-IMG_0017.jpg

Andre

[Googelibear]

We just love this resort so much. I am an early riser, unlike the rest of my people, and will get up every morning to walk around POR. It is so beautiful :lovestruc
I have 85 days to go :dance3: :woohoo: :yay: :banana: :thumbsup2

[kaffinito]

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/andrewilley/Walt%20Disney%20World%20-%20May%202006/Family/WDW-May06-Family-Orig-IMG_0017.jpg

Andre

Andre,

Your daughter is adorable! :goodvibes

[Pixiedust34]

Everytime I book a trip to WDW I think I am going to try another resort and then it's just impossible. The one thing that really makes a difference for us is the quiet. It's just so quiet and I know the resort is full.

The other thing is the boat ride to DTD. What a way to travel. So very relaxing, something new to see with every ride.




We're the same way! I'd like to try another mod, but we're about to book our third POR stay because we enjoy it there so much that we can't leave it! :lovestruc

To keep this OT since it's a photo thread, here's a picture of Riverside Mill:

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a284/pixiedust34/WDW07084.jpg

[JoAnnPan]

AB Room 1721
Quasimodo in the window - loved having a corner room:
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_3454.jpg
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_3689.jpg

Took a rainy day walk over to the Mansion side:
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_3681.jpg


Quiet pool back by our room - very convenient:
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_3655.jpg

[TJM1976]

[QUOTE=JoAnnPan;28537800]AB Room 1721
Quasimodo in the window - loved having a corner room:
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_3454.jpg


Was this a standard room? King bed?

[JoAnnPan]

Standard - Two full beds.

[TJM1976]

Standard - Two full beds.


Awesome! Thanks!

[TroyE]

Is it not normal to have a corner room?

[andrewilley]

Is it not normal to have a corner room?

Erm, well only if you're on a corner...

Andre

[dogodisney]

Is it not normal to have a corner room?

We didn't have one. ;)

[Disneydreamer5]

I love this thread and am now forever addicted as we are booked to stay there in May. From the looks of this thread I made the right choice. :cool1:
Does anyone have any photos of the main pool.
I had no problem finding the dragon slide at POFQ and I heard POR has a nice slide as well but I have yet to find a picture of it anywhere.
Anyone?:confused3

[YesMickey]

We love that too. Coming from the UK, we're always still running on British time on our first morning, so we tend to wake up at far-too-early-O'clock.

My DD (now 8) and I now have a tradition that on our first morning at about 5.30 we'll go "moon walking" (her phrase) around POR. It's so still and peaceful and the river is as calm as a millpond. We'll explore the resort, she'll dip her feet in the swimming pool, and we'll watch the dawn arrive as we walk around. It's really lovely.

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/andrewilley/Walt%20Disney%20World%20-%20May%202006/Family/WDW-May06-Family-Orig-IMG_0017.jpg

Andre

Then you and your daughter see plenty of bunnies on your walks. I see you took that pic at the quiet pool next to Oak Manor. That's were my wife and I take the kids the last afternoon before we leave so they can swim and we wash clothes. I asked to be in Oak Manor for our stay next week. Can't wait.:thumbsup2

[LuvTheMagic985]

We will be stayin' at the POR within the next two weeks...and I am a bit curious.
Can anyone tell me how much it costs for the following:
to rent Surrey Bikes?
to rent the water mice?
to take a carriage ride and is it per person or per ride?

Thanks a bunch!!!
We can't wait to leave!!!!!!:goodvibes

[andrewilley]

We will be stayin' at the POR within the next two weeks...and I am a bit curious.
Can anyone tell me how much it costs for the following:
to rent Surrey Bikes?
to rent the water mice?
to take a carriage ride and is it per person or per ride?

Sure can. To save a bit of re-typing though, please see: www.portorleans.org?sub_rec_rentals.htm (http://www.portorleans.org/?sub_rec_rentals.htm) and www.portorleans.org?sub_rec_recreation.htm (http://www.portorleans.org?sub_rec_recreation.htm)

Andre

[Shell0616]

Does anybody have any new pics? :confused3 I just booked with the 40% code and I am so excited!! :yay:

It seems like CBR and CSR are the " Hot Resorts" right now. I guess because of their refurbs....But there has to be some POR lovers out there somewhere......