Bounceback Info for VALUES! I have info!

[chocovrdmicears]

Ok...so after seeing all the torment and waiting :sad1: here on the boards over the past day or two, I just had to find an answer!! ....I still have our card with the phone# from our bounceback offer this past June. I had DH call tonight. He told the CM he had friends coming down next week and staying at a value and he wanted to know what the current bounceback offer was for the values...was it QS or the Regular Dining Plan?

Per the CM tonight...he said it was the Regular Dining plan for the Values. :thumbsup2 I had DH ask him specifically are you SURE it is the Regular dining plan vs. the Quick Service and he said "It is not the QS, it is the Regular Dining Plan"

ALL THAT BEING SAID:
Anyone who had been on these boards for any amount of time knows that the consistency of the information is not always 100% from CM's. So PLEASE do not hold it against me if for some strange reason you get information otherwise...:) Hopefully this is good news for some! :flower3:

[NC State]

Your husband was a good sport...tell him thanks!

[jenga1030]

Thank you (and your husband :goodvibes) so much! :flower3: I've been on pins and needles! I'm going in 3 weeks and now I need to start planning next year's trip!! :woohoo:

[bratmomma]

Thank you for this. I tried talking my DH into accepting a bounceback when we get there, but he isn't hearing it.

I have a few weeks to work on him!! (insert evil laugh here)

[penjen]

I called the bounceback number today and since I'm not there yet (thurs) she couldn't give me numbers but she also confirmed that the values would have the regular dining plan.

Hope it's true! :cool1:

[ShellyLynn3630]

It is harder to fill the rooms during the early fall, than say the latter three months of the year.

[rewok]

Hope it is true! :banana:
DBF seems already resigned to the fact that we'll go back next September. (However I will still hide the fact that I have already booked till next spring... ;) ) He always tells everyone how cheap we get this vacation!

[wdwnomad]

I have a friend down there now staying at Music. She called me to tell me it was the basic dining plan being offered for the values.

[#1Disfann]

FINALLY! Thanks so much for the info! I arrive next Wednesday!! :cool1:

[parkers*momma]

WAHOOOO! Guess who's going to WDW in September 2010?

DD and me for our third annual Mommy and Me vacation.

WAY TO GO DISNEY!

[RACHELSMOM1]

Thank you for this. I tried talking my DH into accepting a bounceback when we get there, but he isn't hearing it.

I have a few weeks to work on him!! (insert evil laugh here)

Just tell him you can always cancel it if you change your mind, get the deposit back and everything!!

[RACHELSMOM1]

So, does anyone have a phone number or dates you need to reserve by, also what dates for next year?

[pixie_mtl]

So, does anyone have a phone number or dates you need to reserve by, also what dates for next year?

Phone number is: 407-541-5517
Code is: KIL
Dates are: August 15, 2010 - September 30, 2010

When booking you must make a 200$ deposit on or prior to your check-out (which must be on or before October 24, 2010).

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2251806&page=3

[Seahunt]

So, does anyone have a phone number or dates you need to reserve by, also what dates for next year?

Wanted to add that you can also call extension 8844 from your WDW resort room. You do have to be staying at a WDW resort to book this FD Bounceback (they do check to verify you are a registered guest currently staying at a WDW resort), and you have to deposit before you check out, you can't go home and then decide. ;)

[lacrosse_lady72]

I wish it went into October more next year... we were really hoping to avoid September again so we were also hoping it would be close to October 8 like it was last year for bounceback...

More pondering to do...

[Mel6197]

Woo Hoo
Next year we are doing All Star Music.. With FREE DINING.. Yea thanks for tell us.
Now I just need to get to there tonight.
Flight lands at 5.30pm

[meljw1960]

does anyone know if you can add on to a bounceback offer. for instance... if I book it for next August and then I want to Add another room with a couple more people, would they let me?? I will be there in a few days with 2 of my sons. My oldest can't go this time, but is hoping I get a bounceback offer so I can book it for him and his girlfriend for next year. Do I have to be on the reservation?? and if I book one room, will they let me add another room onto the deal later, once we know who else can go??

thanks

[pixie_mtl]

does anyone know if you can add on to a bounceback offer. for instance... if I book it for next August and then I want to Add another room with a couple more people, would they let me?? I will be there in a few days with 2 of my sons. My oldest can't go this time, but is hoping I get a bounceback offer so I can book it for him and his girlfriend for next year. Do I have to be on the reservation?? and if I book one room, will they let me add another room onto the deal later, once we know who else can go??

thanks

It is not possible to book bounceback for other people unless you will be travelling with them.

I believe you can book up to 2 rooms with the bounceback. But remember, that it must include at leat 1 night and 1 day ticket per room.

[CanadianPaco]

Can someone explain the advantage of the bounceback? Is it getting the room you want/resort you want/is it cheaper? Is it getting free dining when it may not be offered next year? Help:wizard:

[jmkford4]

Thanks for the info!

[jenga1030]

Can someone explain the advantage of the bounceback? Is it getting the room you want/resort you want/is it cheaper? Is it getting free dining when it may not be offered next year? Help:wizard:

I think the advantage is knowing that you're guaranteed free dining even if they don't open it to the public in the spring. And if they do offer it, you don't have to worry about being up at 7:00 a.m. to call and make your Reservations.

Now with the adr's being back to 180, you can get those made before free dining is offered to the public. Plus you can be sure you get the hotel you want. It's just piece of mind, really. It's not any cheaper or anything to do it as a bounceback.

And I personally find it easier to leave WDW knowing my next trip is already planned! :thumbsup2

[CanadianPaco]

That does help! Thanks. We were thinking of doing a split stay on our next trip and we are thinking about next August .... so much to think about and still pack for this trip! And then there's convincing DH ... let's just hope all goes well on this trip~:wizard:

[dznyacct]

I think the advantage is knowing that you're guaranteed free dining even if they don't open it to the public in the spring. And if they do offer it, you don't have to worry about being up at 7:00 a.m. to call and make your Reservations.

Now with the adr's being back to 180, you can get those made before free dining is offered to the public. Plus you can be sure you get the hotel you want. It's just piece of mind, really. It's not any cheaper or anything to do it as a bounceback.

And I personally find it easier to leave WDW knowing my next trip is already planned! :thumbsup2

I soooooo agree with you about it being easier to leave WDW when you know that you have another trip booked :). We are DVC members so we usually have something in the works. On a trip a few years ago I didn't know if I would be back before our big family reunion trip that was 1 1/2 years away. Every park that I left for the last time on that trip, I had tears streaming down my face as I left. It was HORRIBLE :(. I leave for WDW in 29 days for my third year in a row birthday trip with my good friend :dance3:. I am soooo happy to know that I can book trip #4 as soon as we check in (and I know that I will call as soon as I get in my room :)).

[eeyorepixie]

Thanks, for posting this...I think I am going to book ASM family suite, we usually stay at POR as this is the cheapest option for a family of 5 but I really would like to stay somewhere new for us, we shall see... I am a Deluxe girl on a beer budget.:lmao:

[mom2rtk]

I wish it went into October more next year... we were really hoping to avoid September again so we were also hoping it would be close to October 8 like it was last year for bounceback...

More pondering to do...


Howdy again Lacrosse Lady! We have to quit stalking each other! :rotfl2: Well.... I guess great minds think alike......

GREAT news on the bounceback...... I just have to wait and see how I tolerate the September heat....... I'd love to go back, but am thinking the end of October might be better....... I imagine we'll know within a day or 2 of arriving!

[mouseika]

Does anyone who's done BB before know what the details are on cancellation and/or changes to the reservation when it's booked BB at the time of the trip?

This year I booked when FD opened up to Disney VISA cardholders but then later had to call back twice and add an extra night, and we changed our room type once.

If we book BB when we're there in Sept, are we committing to every detail or can we make changes to the reservation later without penalty? And is there a different cancellation policy for the BB offer than there is for regular Disney reservations?

26 days and counting.....:woohoo:

[abc999]

does anyone know if you can add on to a bounceback offer. for instance... if I book it for next August and then I want to Add another room with a couple more people, would they let me?? I will be there in a few days with 2 of my sons. My oldest can't go this time, but is hoping I get a bounceback offer so I can book it for him and his girlfriend for next year. Do I have to be on the reservation?? and if I book one room, will they let me add another room onto the deal later, once we know who else can go??

thanks

Actually it depends on how many adults you have when you go this time. You can book one bounceback room per adult.

[MissMichelle]

Does anyone who's done BB before know what the details are on cancellation and/or changes to the reservation when it's booked BB at the time of the trip?

This year I booked when FD opened up to Disney VISA cardholders but then later had to call back twice and add an extra night, and we changed our room type once.

If we book BB when we're there in Sept, are we committing to every detail or can we make changes to the reservation later without penalty? And is there a different cancellation policy for the BB offer than there is for regular Disney reservations?

26 days and counting.....:woohoo:

You aren't commited. I booked the BB for this trip last August after I checked out (while still laying by the pool before boarding DME) and I made changes since (dropped deluxe dining to regular dining, added nights etc).

[Evan&Kimberly]

WAHOOOO! Guess who's going to WDW in September 2010?

DD and me for our third annual Mommy and Me vacation.

WAY TO GO DISNEY!

That’s so cool! It will be Mommie and son third annual WDW vacation next September, this year for our second anniversary we added a Disney Cruise! When are you guys going, Enjoy your time with your daughter!

[Evan&Kimberly]

Does anyone who's done BB before know what the details are on cancellation and/or changes to the reservation when it's booked BB at the time of the trip?

This year I booked when FD opened up to Disney VISA cardholders but then later had to call back twice and add an extra night, and we changed our room type once.

If we book BB when we're there in Sept, are we committing to every detail or can we make changes to the reservation later without penalty? And is there a different cancellation policy for the BB offer than there is for regular Disney reservations?

26 days and counting.....:woohoo:

Last September I bounced back for this September and in the course of the year I changed at least 10 times, it was never a problem!

[pooch]

a couple of extra days before & after I'm really planning to give myself flexibility with flight schedules. Then I adjust when I have exact dates ready. Trying to decide if we can afford the AKL next year.

What do you think, should I book Pop because the Values go quicker & then, if I can swing it, upgrade to AKL (and can I do that at any time even after I leave as long as they have rooms available?) This way I know I'm locked into a room and Reg DDP no matter what. But can you upgrade a BB offer after you leave? Anybody have success doing this?

[catne]

a couple of extra days before & after I'm really planning to give myself flexibility with flight schedules. Then I adjust when I have exact dates ready. Trying to decide if we can afford the AKL next year.

What do you think, should I book Pop because the Values go quicker & then, if I can swing it, upgrade to AKL (and can I do that at any time even after I leave as long as they have rooms available?) This way I know I'm locked into a room and Reg DDP no matter what. But can you upgrade a BB offer after you leave? Anybody have success doing this?

We did last year...I booked POP for bounceback while we were there last year - just after Labor Day. After we were back for a few weeks, decided to add 2 people to reservation, and upgrade to POFQ. Was no problem changing my bounceback reservation. Course, the official bounceback offer dates was still going on when I called back to upgrade (I think the promo card in the rooms said offer was good through the middle of October 2008 - I was calling to make the change around Oct. 1 or so.)

Don't know if they will let you upgrade after the offer is no longer out there, though.

[lacrosse_lady72]

We did last year...I booked POP for bounceback while we were there last year - just after Labor Day. After we were back for a few weeks, decided to add 2 people to reservation, and upgrade to POFQ. Was no problem changing my bounceback reservation. Course, the official bounceback offer dates was still going on when I called back to upgrade (I think the promo card in the rooms said offer was good through the middle of October 2008 - I was calling to make the change around Oct. 1 or so.)

Don't know if they will let you upgrade after the offer is no longer out there, though.

They do, I did it for our reservation in 2008... I changed the dates like 3 times because of airfare. It ended up being $100 cheaper to fly on a Monday. :confused3

It was booked through bounceback and we had changed the dates in the winter 07-08

[lacrosse_lady72]

Howdy again Lacrosse Lady! We have to quit stalking each other! :rotfl2: Well.... I guess great minds think alike......

GREAT news on the bounceback...... I just have to wait and see how I tolerate the September heat....... I'd love to go back, but am thinking the end of October might be better....... I imagine we'll know within a day or 2 of arriving!

:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

Really... no kidding... stop stalking me, :laughing:.

Even if it was middle October, I'd be happy with it. We're still on the fence, September/early October or December. It just gets so HOT!!! No, I'm ok with it but my WDW travel parter hates the heat.

[chabs]

They do, I did it for our reservation in 2008... I changed the dates like 3 times because of airfare. It ended up being $100 cheaper to fly on a Monday. :confused3



It was booked through bounceback and we had changed the dates in the winter 07-08

I can also vouch for the fact that you can change your hotel after BB is over. We booked the ASSp during last year's BB and changed our hotel and dates about 8 times. We switched from ASSp to Carribean and back to ASSp again-then changed the dates and kept adding days on to our package. I think that booking longer than you think you will need is a great idea-that way I can just drop the dates that I don't need when we make our final decision.

[kleckner]

Can anyone tell me how the bounceback works for AP's?

[pixie_mtl]

Can anyone tell me how the bounceback works for AP's?

You would have to book a 1 day ticket in a package to get the Free Dining.

[Evan&Kimberly]

You would have to book a 1 day ticket in a package to get the Free Dining.

May I ask what AP's ARE?

[faindrops27]

May I ask what AP's ARE?

Annual Passes..:goodvibes

[Evan&Kimberly]

Annual Passes..:goodvibes

Thanks so much!

[CherylA]

Hmm kinda annoying, I was at a mnod last week and called the bounceback # and they told me if I stayed at the values I got the quick service dining plan so I didn't bother to book, not that the dates offered were really what I wanted but I hate when Disney cast members get things wrong. Especially IMPORTANT things like this!

[pixie_mtl]

Hmm kinda annoying, I was at a mnod last week and called the bounceback # and they told me if I stayed at the values I got the quick service dining plan so I didn't bother to book, not that the dates offered were really what I wanted but I hate when Disney cast members get things wrong. Especially IMPORTANT things like this!

That CM definetly got it all wrong. I'm on a French Disney discussion forum and one of the bloggers have reported live that standard FD for next year was offered in values. She will post the flyer soon and I'll try to post it here afterwards.

[Mermaid2sea]

When was Bounceback offered?,,,we came back from the Pop on August 28th...

[Mermaid2sea]

When was Bounceback offered?,,,we came back from the Pop on August 28th

[chocovrdmicears]

When was Bounceback offered?,,,we came back from the Pop on August 28th

It was offered during the time you were there...typically the bounceback offers run throughout the Free Dining offer (based on availability). They do offer other bounceback offers during the year, but I am pretty sure those offers are % off room rates.

[CanadianPaco]

Some have posted that there were signs/notes in their room - like an ad. We didn't have one. I just knew the extention an dthe code from previous posts. When we got there, I booked!:wizard:

[pinkerbell]

OH wow great to know the extension since I went to the desk last year and they had no idea what I was talking about can anyone post it so I can call or is there a post that has the flier I can copy, that might be better
thanks so much for the tip Canadian Paco!
:goodvibes:

[IMGONNABE40!]

Phone number is: 407-541-5517
Code is: KIL
Dates are: August 15, 2010 - September 30, 2010

When booking you must make a 200$ deposit on or prior to your check-out (which must be on or before October 24, 2010).

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2251806&page=3


:thumbsup2

[CanadianPaco]

OH wow great to know the extension since I went to the desk last year and they had no idea what I was talking about can anyone post it so I can call or is there a post that has the flier I can copy, that might be better
thanks so much for the tip Canadian Paco!
:goodvibes:

Glad to see some one had the info handy. I wish I could take credit for the idea itself but some one before me did the same thing. No matter - I hope it works for you too!!!:wizard:

[tpettie]

Can someone tell me what bounce back is, how it works?
When does it have to be used?

[BridgetBordeaux]

tpettie- bounceback works like this...............

While you are staying at a WDW resort you may be eligible for a discounted return trip some time in the future. You must make the reservation while you are staying at the original resort and you have to put down a deposit.

If you were to go home and then decide to take Disney up on their offer................too late, it must be done while you are at the resort.

Presently there is an offer for free dining in the fall of 2010. This offer is not for the general public and it is a limited time offer.

[tpettie]

Thanks BridgetBordeaux. When you say future I know we are to go back in 2012 and we are going to be there this Dec. is it with in a year you can book for bounce back or longer?

[Psg42]

I have a very simplistic request. Please explain what a "bounce back" is and how does it work - from a rookie!

Thanks,
Psg42

[tpettie]

Psg42 See post #51 I just asked that same question and it was answered there.
hope that helps

[Psg42]

Psg42 See post #51 I just asked that same question and it was answered there.
hope that helps
Thanks for the tip! Who do you speak to at the resort to find out about a bounce back offer?

Psg42

[chocovrdmicears]

Thanks BridgetBordeaux. When you say future I know we are to go back in 2012 and we are going to be there this Dec. is it with in a year you can book for bounce back or longer?

The bounceback is for the next year only. :) So this Dec (IF they are still offering a bounceback offer) you can *bounce:tigger:* to 2010. :)

[chocovrdmicears]

Thanks for the tip! Who do you speak to at the resort to find out about a bounce back offer?

Psg42

Call extension 8844 from your in room phone. You MUST book the bounceback offer with a $200 deposit for the package BEFORE you check out. :)

[Seahunt]

OH wow great to know the extension since I went to the desk last year and they had no idea what I was talking about can anyone post it so I can call or is there a post that has the flier I can copy, that might be better
thanks so much for the tip Canadian Paco!
:goodvibes:

I have a very simplistic request. Please explain what a "bounce back" is and how does it work - from a rookie!

Thanks,
Psg42

Here is a copy DISer Marciemi posted of the current Free Dining BB flyer that will be in guest rooms until October 24 (big thanks to marciemi!). Her BB flyer shows Value and Mods, but there is also one for Mods and Deluxes. You DO NOT have to book the same resort you are currently staying at. The flyer shows a 5 night/6 day example, but minimum stay is 3 nights:

My flyer from my room at Pop - booked the bounceback on Friday:

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/marciemi/2009trip/Food%20only/Bounceback003.jpg



If you don't see a flyer, call extension 8844 from your resort room and ask for code KIL.

Same terms as last year - this FD BB is that you can book a year ahead to get free dining next year. This means you will have the best selection of resort availability, because you'll be booking so far in advance before/if FD will be offered again to the public in April. This FD BB is for dates next year 8/15-9/30/2010. You have to book BEFORE you check out, and put down a $200 deposit, balance not due until 45 days prior. You can cancel, modify, revise just like a normal package reservation with normal package reservation penalties (up to 45 days, no penalty, etc.)

No one knows yet what/if the BB will be for guests after this one ends in October, but last year another BB started at the beginning of November, and was for resort discounts (NOT free dining) for certain dates into October of the next year.