Letsbgoofy
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Apr 27, 2000
Check in wasn't the best first impression. First of all I did online check in. Having only booked packages in the past, I didn't realize that they charge your credit card the morning of check in. I wanted to use my reward dollars - not a big deal and it only took a few minutes to reverse the charges. We booked a preferred loop because I wanted to be near the dog park. We were put in the 800 loop - evidently they closed the 300 loop. When I commented on how I had wanted to be near the boat dock and the dog park, the CM just said this section was an upgrade (because it's a premium loop). Driving to the site, I was very annoyed because it's not at all what we wanted. So, I went to the inside check in and asked for a site closer to where we wanted to be - no problem we were given a site in the 400 loop. The place is very empty and some of the loops are closed. Why didn't the first CM offer another loop? How easy it would have been for him to start our vacation on a good note, but the CMs inside were very friendly and helpful so it all ended well.
This place is beautiful! I have seen pictures, but didn't think there was going to be so much vegetation. As a camper I really appreciate the bathrooms/showers; so much better than what we are used to. I am amazed by how huge FW is; we could spend weeks here just walking all the trails. I took our dog for a walk when we first got here and saw 2 turkeys (at least that's what we think they are) walking on the road. She was fascinated; but the squirrels are still her favorite.
The one downside is the dog park. It's a smelly mucky mess. Yes I understand it's Florida in the summer, but a little sand or gravel would eliminate the problem areas.
We're changing our late afternoon FP+s at AK and going a little earlier today since it looks like it's going to rain heavily later. Lots to choose from so it's not going to be an issue.
This place is beautiful! I have seen pictures, but didn't think there was going to be so much vegetation. As a camper I really appreciate the bathrooms/showers; so much better than what we are used to. I am amazed by how huge FW is; we could spend weeks here just walking all the trails. I took our dog for a walk when we first got here and saw 2 turkeys (at least that's what we think they are) walking on the road. She was fascinated; but the squirrels are still her favorite.
The one downside is the dog park. It's a smelly mucky mess. Yes I understand it's Florida in the summer, but a little sand or gravel would eliminate the problem areas.
We're changing our late afternoon FP+s at AK and going a little earlier today since it looks like it's going to rain heavily later. Lots to choose from so it's not going to be an issue.