"Rapid Fill Mugs" Coming Soon!

[summerlady]

So, what do you think about this? I just hope they have a new mug design, I already have 6 of the current mugs and would like something new.


http://www.orlandoparksnews.com/2013/07/rapid-fill-mugs-coming-to-walt-disney.html

 

[Missytara]

So, what do you think about this? I just hope they have a new mug design, I already have 6 of the current mugs and would like something new.

http://www.orlandoparksnews.com/2013/07/rapid-fill-mugs-coming-to-walt-disney.html

I think I would post on the sticky where it belongs........these postings get old quick.

 

[poohntigger]

I can see why Disney wants to do this. On one hand it is nice for a short trip that it is cheaper. Although ultimately it is a price hike, but for our eight night trip in November it would be cost effective. I can't remember will the mugs get the Tables in Wonderland discount?

 

[summerlady]

I think I would post on the sticky where it belongs........these postings get old quick.

Well, goody for you.

 

[Kim1964]

For me, the best part is that we can use them at ANY resort, rather than just the resort where we purchased it. We almost always do a split stay, so this would be good for us. I've never been 100% clear on whether it was within the guidelines to use the new generic mugs at places other than the point of purchase....now I don't have to wonder.

I won't be buying one, though, unless there's a new design. I don't like the current model.

 

[Cari31080]

Sounds like a good idea to me for someone who drinks alot of soft drinks.

 

[kiwi2013]

Sounds good to me as my daughter goes through the lemonade like water.....just to make sure I read it right,those of us on the dining plan,whether free or paid,will still get the mug free and unlimited refills during the length of our stay??

 

[StuckInKS]

I thought this idea died after the pilot program, but I guess not!

My one and only concern is split stays. The FAQs in this article make it sound like all mugs not purchased for 1, 2 or 3 days will be good for at least 14 days and won't expire at checkout. If that is so, then that's good news and takes away my concern.

Also, I am VERY pleased to hear that they can be used at any resort beverage station and not just the resort you check in at (as that would also cause an issue with split stays).

So, as long as the info in the FAQs is true and they don't decide to change anything, then sounds okay.

However, we will not be getting these without the dining plan. The mugs had already increased since our last stay and now they want $18 for a length of stay mug? That is over $100 for us, so we will probably pass.

 

[rmgreenesq]

Is it just me or does this most recent implementation of RFID technology scream "We don't trust you!"?

Do enough guests bring last year's mug with them to bring the computer chip cops in? Is Walt Disney losing that much money here? I don't bring last year's mug with me. I buy a new one, and I'd like to think that most guests are like me.

I realize that some guests will reuse last year's mug this year, but are there enough of them to justify alienating the guests that otherwise play by the rules? Eighteen dollars buys more soda than I can drink in a week when it is purchased from the Wal-Mart, Publix, Target, or Costco in Orlando.

Rick

 

[DisneyBabies]

Sounds good to me as my daughter goes through the lemonade like water.....just to make sure I read it right,those of us on the dining plan,whether free or paid,will still get the mug free and unlimited refills during the length of our stay??

Yes.

 

[summerlady]

Sounds good to me as my daughter goes through the lemonade like water.....just to make sure I read it right,those of us on the dining plan,whether free or paid,will still get the mug free and unlimited refills during the length of our stay??

Yes, I'm pretty sure.

 

[summerlady]

I thought this idea died after the pilot program, but I guess not!

My one and only concern is split stays. The FAQs in this article make it sound like all mugs not purchased for 1, 2 or 3 days will be good for at least 14 days and won't expire at checkout. If that is so, then that's good news and takes away my concern.

Also, I am VERY pleased to hear that they can be used at any resort beverage station and not just the resort you check in at (as that would also cause an issue with split stays).

So, as long as the info in the FAQs is true and they don't decide to change anything, then sounds okay.

However, we will not be getting these without the dining plan. The mugs had already increased since our last stay and now they want $18 for a length of stay mug? That is over $100 for us, so we will probably pass.

Yep, I agree, if we're not using a dining plan in the future, I won't be purchasing mugs. And, if I'm not getting FD, I won't be buying a dining plan.

 

[goofyfigment]

Is it just me or does this most recent implementation of RFID technology scream "We don't trust you!"?

Do enough guests bring last year's mug with them to bring the computer chip cops in? Is Walt Disney losing that much money here? I don't bring last year's mug with me. I buy a new one, and I'd like to think that most guests are like me.

I realize that some guests will reuse last year's mug this year, but are there enough of them to justify alienating the guests that otherwise play by the rules? Eighteen dollars buys more soda than I can drink in a week when it is purchased from the Wal-Mart, Publix, Target, or Costco in Orlando.

Rick

Not only last years mugs, you see mugs from every other park and every other kind of refillable mug out there being used. I've seen another post where people are upset because this is being implemented and they can't get free soda any more.

 

[buckeev]

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Eighteen dollars buys more soda than I can drink in a week when it is purchased from the Wal-Mart, Publix, Target, or Costco in Orlando.
Rick

BUT, $18 is only a few drink purchases in Mouse Land!
Too bad this won't let us get refills in the parks too!
I wonder how many GaZillions WDW is making on drinks alone!

 

[dansdad]

Before this thread gets closed, might want to move this discussion here.

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2447967

 

[DisneyBabies]

Is it just me or does this most recent implementation of RFID technology scream "We don't trust you!"?

Do enough guests bring last year's mug with them to bring the computer chip cops in? Is Walt Disney losing that much money here? I don't bring last year's mug with me. I buy a new one, and I'd like to think that most guests are like me.

I realize that some guests will reuse last year's mug this year, but are there enough of them to justify alienating the guests that otherwise play by the rules? Eighteen dollars buys more soda than I can drink in a week when it is purchased from the Wal-Mart, Publix, Target, or Costco in Orlando.

Rick

I'm sure you are not the only one to feel this way, but for most, it is just an enforcement of the policy Disney already has in place.

The simple answer is 'Yes'. Yes, Disney is losing money from this, but I think the bigger issue is that this is stealing. Period. There are tons of threads where people ask if it would be ok to bring old mugs and plenty of others where people admit to doing it. A person doing this may not be robbing a bank, but they are still stealing. Disney is simply doing what they can to prevent this from happening. Why would Disney doing this alienate you if you are going to buy and use a new mug at each visit anyway? For those who follow the rules, this doesn't really change anything except we are allowed to use the mug at any resort self-serve station. Nothing but a bonus if you ask me.

I do hope they come out with a new design, though I won't be too disappointed since we don't have the current mugs yet. Do they still have the purple and pink handles?

 

[goofyfigment]

I think the purple handles were only for the pilot at all star sports back in 2011 I have one of those and and orange one. Haven't seen those 2 colors since

 

[WillAustin]

I realize that some guests will reuse last year's mug this year, but are there enough of them to justify alienating the guests that otherwise play by the rules?

I'm not sure how it's going to alienate anyone. If the mugs are used as Disney intends, any "restrictions" will be completely transparent and won't affect most people other than letting them refill at other resorts.

 

[cindym]

I think I would post on the sticky where it belongs........these postings get old quick.

Actually I'm glad she posted it here. I wouldn't have seen it on the sticky.

 

[Sue M]

I don't like the price jump and with the RFID technology there should be an option to reprogram it for re use for future visits. I go twice a year, and think it would be nice and greener to be able to reuse.
The current mug has been my fav design so far. Love it!