Premium Plan for One Night Just for the Tours, LaNouba, etc.??

[arilvdc]

You definetly will be exhausted after that. Hope you can stay awake for 2+ hours at Victoria & Albert's. LOL

I have a very high energy job where I'm on the go constantly, so this schedule doesn't scare me in the least! In fact, two weeks before we leave I'm volunteering as a camp counselor for a week. The schedule is very similar to this (go go go!), except no massages and 5 star dinners!

 

[arilvdc]

So, I'm assuming as long as you have the Premimum res. number, they don't bill you for any of the tours etc.? I had asked this before and don't recall anyone answering, just wondering. Thanks!!!

If you have the IPO book for you, they do need a CC # to guarantee your spot.

 

[beautifultomorrow]

I think the IPO would be super awesome for a non planner, but for a super planner like myself...well you have to let go at some point, right?

I think I know what you mean! I want to try and upgrade to the chef's table at V&A (pay the difference oop) and I am already worried that the IPO will forget or something and I won't get it! I am tempted to make the reservations myself but I know there is no reason not to let the IPO do it!

 

[NWgoofyfamily]

this sounds fabulous. I'm wondering if I could take my child's massage time, for example and have one massage each day? Or is it just one massage per person?

 

[beansmom]

i have booked this twice in the last week...a one night stay at POP (we're never gonna be in the room so why not??) with 7 day PH and the Premium Dining. We were not asked for a $200 deposit, it was only $130--the price of the room.

Just wanted to let ya know. We DID book both online if that makes a difference.

Ok, I called back to upgrade tickets for DSis and was asked for an additional $70 deposit on the one package I was changing. That was np, of course, as the package price is the same either way. I was only charged the $130 on my package and have received my initial package info in the mail.

Not like it makes much difference...but just to let know the website asks for less than $200. Well, it DID...I dunno about today.

 

[disneyfan55]

Once you have given them your reservation number, you are not required nor billed for any of the tours. With the exception of a few restaurant where a credit card is need to guarantee your reservation. It will not be charged unless there's a no-show.

thanks. I was more concerned about paying for it when we booked than just giving the CC number. I know HDDR and a few others charge the card when the res. is made as well as tours. Thanks.

 

[Mom21]

I never come to this board, so I am very happy I happened upon this thread. I have been planning my trip for a week. How does this sound:

Nov 28 Check into AKL Savannah view for 2 nights with Platinum Plan
Lunch in room dining
massage
Yachtsman
Epcot fireworks cruise YC marina

Nov 29
Breakfast in room
Richard Petty (this is just a maybe--long story but not sure if I'm going with my dd or my hopefully by then fiance)
mini golf
sea raycers

If going with dd then no Richard and will do Aqua Seas instead
Victoria and Alberts
carriage ride at POR

Nov 30- send over luggage to Poly for a 5 night stay MK view with DXDP--run over and pick up keys so we have enough credits for lunch--also will use monorail to get to Epcot from Poly
Breakfast in room before departing AKL
Dolphins in Depth 9:45
Coral Reef for lunch using dining credit off Poly reservation
Cirque 6pm
Fultons 8pm
Flights of Wonder (I know not included but I never get around to doing it)--OOPS editing-I think it is Flights of Adventure but whatever----the balloon--LOL

I'm open to any suggestions. I have until 6/1 to work this out to start making ADR. Thanks

 

[Symans3honeybees]

I never come to this board, so I am very happy I happened upon this thread. I have been planning my trip for a week. How does this sound:

Nov 28 Check into AKL Savannah view for 2 nights with Platinum Plan
Lunch in room dining
massage
Yachtsman
Epcot fireworks cruise YC marina

Nov 29
Breakfast in room
Richard Petty (this is just a maybe--long story but not sure if I'm going with my dd or my hopefully by then fiance)
mini golf
sea raycers

If going with dd then no Richard and will do Aqua Seas instead
Victoria and Alberts
carriage ride at POR

Nov 30- send over luggage to Poly for a 5 night stay MK view with DXDP--run over and pick up keys so we have enough credits for lunch--also will use monorail to get to Epcot from Poly
Breakfast in room before departing AKL
Dolphins in Depth 9:45
Coral Reef for lunch using dining credit off Poly reservation
Cirque 6pm
Fultons 8pm
Flights of Wonder (I know not included but I never get around to doing it)--OOPS editing-I think it is Flights of Adventure but whatever----the balloon--LOL

I'm open to any suggestions. I have until 6/1 to work this out to start making ADR. Thanks

your itinerary looks amazing!!

 

[hstrickland]

My husband and I were considering this plan, then we thought about something.....if you are only doing 1 night and it rains....are you just out of luck? For example, we would be doing fishing, boats, Richard Petty, Fantasmic, parasailing, golf, Segway, etc. Many of the things the Platinum Package offers are outside. We have been to Disney several times when it has poured down rain for hours. Just wondering how this might work since you basically only have 2 days to get everything done.

 

[disneyfan55]

My husband and I were considering this plan, then we thought about something.....if you are only doing 1 night and it rains....are you just out of luck? For example, we would be doing fishing, boats, Richard Petty, Fantasmic, parasailing, golf, Segway, etc. Many of the things the Platinum Package offers are outside. We have been to Disney several times when it has poured down rain for hours. Just wondering how this might work since you basically only have 2 days to get everything done.

I guess that's just the luck of the draw. I would plan a few things that aren't weather dependant. (meals and a few indoor activities) I doubt they let you change dates due to rain.

 

[Symans3honeybees]

I guess that's just the luck of the draw. I would plan a few things that aren't weather dependant. (meals and a few indoor activities) I doubt they let you change dates due to rain.

We planned most outdoor activities during the morning hours. I was told that we could still golf when it rains(except thunderstorm threatens)
I believe in the Disney Magic...

 

[dclfun]

I never come to this board, so I am very happy I happened upon this thread. I have been planning my trip for a week. How does this sound:

Nov 28 Check into AKL Savannah view for 2 nights with Platinum Plan
Lunch in room dining
massage
Yachtsman
Epcot fireworks cruise YC marina

Nov 29
Breakfast in room
Richard Petty (this is just a maybe--long story but not sure if I'm going with my dd or my hopefully by then fiance)
mini golf
sea raycers

If going with dd then no Richard and will do Aqua Seas instead
Victoria and Alberts
carriage ride at POR

Nov 30- send over luggage to Poly for a 5 night stay MK view with DXDP--run over and pick up keys so we have enough credits for lunch--also will use monorail to get to Epcot from Poly
Breakfast in room before departing AKL
Dolphins in Depth 9:45
Coral Reef for lunch using dining credit off Poly reservation
Cirque 6pm
Fultons 8pm
Flights of Wonder (I know not included but I never get around to doing it)--OOPS editing-I think it is Flights of Adventure but whatever----the balloon--LOL

I'm open to any suggestions. I have until 6/1 to work this out to start making ADR. Thanks

Sounds great! My only concern is your Day 1 lunch- this presumes your room is ready early. If not, I'm sure you can grab lunch elsewhere. Where are you doing your massage? ---Kathy

 

[Mom21]

Sounds great! My only concern is your Day 1 lunch- this presumes your room is ready early. If not, I'm sure you can grab lunch elsewhere. Where are you doing your massage? ---Kathy

True, but I am sure if it isn't we can get something somewhere easily. That is just my preference. As far as the massage I was just thinking stay at AKL so I can go back and take a shower before dinner to get any oils off and change. Much quicker. I really am a lazy person I want to get the most for my money but not have to work for it. Oh got my room today .....AKL Jambo house-Deluxe studio--should I spring for the 1 bedroom? I'm thinking not since we will be very busy.

 

[breick]

A quick question about the meals...on the Disney site PDF file, it states 1 breakfast, lunch and dinner and 2 snacks for each night of my stay. Do they have to be used as those meals or can I do 1 dinner on the first day and 1 lunch and 1 dinner on the second day?

 

[KBazzel]

The meals can be used in any order that you'd like but you only have 3 for the 2 days.

 

[breick]

I thought so. I just wasn't sure by the way it was worded. Thanks.

 

[ScottOKW2K]

Finished all my planning to our "single night" on the premier plan. In no particular order my wife m daughter and myself will over two days do the following :

Fort Wilderness Segway
Epcot Segway
Fort Wilderness horseback riding - wife and daughter
Deluxe parasailing both afternoons
breakfast at Boma
Supper at Hoop-Dee-Doo
supper at Jiko
viewing area for both Wishes and Illuminations

Wanted to do La Nouba but it is dark both days.

We are going to be sooo tired when that second day is done - I am already looking forward to that king bed at Kidani !

 

[arilvdc]

Finished all my planning to our "single night" on the premier plan. In no particular order my wife m daughter and myself will over two days do the following :

Fort Wilderness Segway
Epcot Segway
Fort Wilderness horseback riding - wife and daughter
Deluxe parasailing both afternoons
breakfast at Boma
Supper at Hoop-Dee-Doo
supper at Jiko
viewing area for both Wishes and Illuminations

Wanted to do La Nouba but it is dark both days.

We are going to be sooo tired when that second day is done - I am already looking forward to that king bed at Kidani !

When are you going? I ask because I was told that it's better to parasail in the mornings in case of bad weather in the afternoons. They said it was especially true in the summer, when there are usually thunderstorms every afternoon.

 

[beautifultomorrow]

Has anyone who is doing the platinum plan run into any issues using it to dine at Victoria and Albert's?

The reason I ask is because on this page: http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/platinum/
about half way down it talks about the plan including signature dining experiences but excludes Victoria and Albert's.

I am assuming this is a mistake (like they copied the info from Premium but forgot to change it), since the pdf linked on this very same page says Platinum plan does include V&A. Any thoughts?

 

[Mom21]

Has anyone who is doing the platinum plan run into any issues using it to dine at Victoria and Albert's?

The reason I ask is because on this page: http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/platinum/
about half way down it talks about the plan including signature dining experiences but excludes Victoria and Albert's.

I am assuming this is a mistake (like they copied the info from Premium but forgot to change it), since the pdf linked on this very same page says Platinum plan does include V&A. Any thoughts?

yes we chatted about this a few pages ago. I'm calling Vic and Alberts tomorrow before I make my final decision. I'll let you know.