When to book for best rates?

[rmaloney]

I am planning a WDW vacation for March 2002.
Am I better off booking a room now, or waiting until next year at this time in the hopes of getting a better rate?
I'm hoping for a Moderate resort and have seen prices on these boards as low as $109.
Any help is appreciated.

[catheren]

March is considered peak season; IMOA I would book now. Especially if you have a favorite resort or room type in mind.

As far as specials ($109 rate); specials aren't alway offered, so there is no way to expect Disney to offer in 2002 a special they did in 2001.

If you book your room now (CRO); and you see on this site a better rate -- just call and change your ressies.

Good Luck, and Hope I could help!

[rmaloney]

You helped a lot........but.......
As I'm new to these boards, I don't know all of the acronyms or letter abreviations used. Could you please share.
CRO, IOMA, etc.
Thanks again!

[catheren]

First, Welcome to the Boards !!!!
You will find them very helpful in planning your WDW trip.

CRO = central reservations office (disney ressies)
(rather than booking w/ a travel agent who will not allow resort changes to a lower price)

IMHO = In My Honest Opinion

Please feel free to e-mail me w/ any other ?'s.

[dmen]

I agree. I've tried to get a specific hotel 9-12 months ahead of time (during value season!!!) and not been able to do it. I already booked now for early Dec. 2002 (not even Xmas time.) This way you are assured you have the hotel of your first choice. But if you want a discount, just be persistent. I plan on checking back a lot to get a discount on my room! (I was told not to bother before this December though)! If the discount is available you can change the reservation. Good luck.

[Braque]

Can someone please post the BEST numbers to call for CRO?

Also, I can't believe that local travel agents are not giving out the 2001 WDW package brochures - unless you book. That doesn't help me.

Thanks for your help.