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DLB · 11-16-2010, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by HollyEpcot

I am trying to decide between Amazon (Prime member), Walmart, Staples or Costco. Have seen comments re: Staples & Costco, but what about the others? Thanks!

I would also like to know about amazon. Has anyone tried it?

HollyEpcot · 12-07-2010, 09:56 PM

We wound up using Costco - they were very cheap- case of 24 1/2 liter bottles of zephyrillis water was about $6, including shipping. I ordered it about 2 weeks in advance (was concerned about possible delay due to Thanksgiving). We also ordered some items from Amazon. Both companies did great - our packages arrived at Disney approx. a week before we did. The only downside - we checked into All-Stars in the afternoon- requested the deliveries at check-in, requested again at night, packages were not delivered to our room until the next morning around 8:30 a.m., which created a (small) delay in our getting to the park.

addicted2dizney · 12-09-2010, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by HollyEpcot

We wound up using Costco - they were very cheap- case of 24 1/2 liter bottles of zephyrillis water was about $6, including shipping. I ordered it about 2 weeks in advance (was concerned about possible delay due to Thanksgiving). We also ordered some items from Amazon. Both companies did great - our packages arrived at Disney approx. a week before we did. The only downside - we checked into All-Stars in the afternoon- requested the deliveries at check-in, requested again at night, packages were not delivered to our room until the next morning around 8:30 a.m., which created a (small) delay in our getting to the park.

sorry to hear about your delivery trouble. as a future note for upcoming trips, when you stay at the value resorts you are far better off just picking up your packages (water cases) when you check in at the front desk. They are kept in a room just off the front desk area and they just run in and get them for you. Since All stars is not really a "full service" style hotel I think you got lucky getting them before the end of your trip!

I've always just picked them up and had no problem. The only resort that had them in the room ready for me was the Poly and they told me they were in the room upon check in. Hope this helps in the future!

HollyEpcot · 12-10-2010, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by addicted2dizney

sorry to hear about your delivery trouble. as a future note for upcoming trips, when you stay at the value resorts you are far better off just picking up your packages (water cases) when you check in at the front desk. They are kept in a room just off the front desk area and they just run in and get them for you. Since All stars is not really a "full service" style hotel I think you got lucky getting them before the end of your trip!

I've always just picked them up and had no problem. The only resort that had them in the room ready for me was the Poly and they told me they were in the room upon check in. Hope this helps in the future!

Thanks for the heads-up, however, the 1st time I requested the packages was at check-in at the front desk. I was told that they would bring them to the room. Later, after finding out that they were not delivered, I asked if I could just get the packages myself but was told that was not allowed. Perhaps there has been a change in policy?

addicted2dizney · 12-10-2010, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by HollyEpcot

Thanks for the heads-up, however, the 1st time I requested the packages was at check-in at the front desk. I was told that they would bring them to the room. Later, after finding out that they were not delivered, I asked if I could just get the packages myself but was told that was not allowed. Perhaps there has been a change in policy?

wow.. that's weird! I've had water delivered from costco 2-3 times a year to a value resort for the last 3 years and never had it delivered to the room. I always just get it at the desk. I read on here my first time that was the way to get it. I guess maybe the CM you got had it mixed up or because there was already a request in for delivery they may have moved the package?

at least you got the water that's the most important thing.

HollyEpcot · 12-10-2010, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by addicted2dizney

wow.. that's weird! I've had water delivered from costco 2-3 times a year to a value resort for the last 3 years and never had it delivered to the room. I always just get it at the desk. I read on here my first time that was the way to get it. I guess maybe the CM you got had it mixed up or because there was already a request in for delivery they may have moved the package?

at least you got the water that's the most important thing.

very true- and the costco water is only about $0.25 a bottle- so much cheaper than Disney's bottled water!

CrystalCastle · 12-22-2010, 09:11 PM

I was thinking about ordering water from Costco for my upcoming trip. I'm coming for the 1/2 and full marathon and will need plenty of water. How do you fill out the shipping address so that the resort knows it's you that ordered it? Also how far in advance did you order your water? I'll be there starting Jan 5th.

Thanks for the help!

luvdisney00 · 12-29-2010, 06:50 AM

I thought I read somewhere that there was a problem with deliveries to the BC, anyone had water delivered there? We are staying there for the 1st time, but have had water successfully delivered to the Poly in the past. We find that with DDP we need very little extra food, and have thrown out a lot that I thought we would need. Just a thought for anyone who is trying to make a minimum order for GG or WGS.

nkereina · 01-06-2011, 06:27 PM

has anyone tried using Alice.com? It's basically an online grocery store, so there's lots of options for snacks, toiletries and anything else you might want to throw in to save room in your luggage! The site was advertised with good reviews on our local news, haven't tried it yet though!

nkereina · 01-06-2011, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by a1tinkfans

we have used staples without issue many times. I actually add in INK for my computer (its VERY safe and shipped in pkg and small ) and then by doing that never had to pay a shipping charge

a tip I learned here on Dis. I mean I buy my ink there anyway, so it works for me.
Last year we had snacks delivered from garden grocer and alcohol as well

and they messed up but did correct it (though I was inconvenienced a bit

Not sure if I'd use them again actually....

How were you able to purchase alcohol through them? From what I see on the web site it's not listed. I do see it says you can request special request items at checkout but I'm not seeing where you should do that. thanks!

nrpofp · 01-06-2011, 08:07 PM

I was wondering if you can have alcohol delivered from costco. I'm guessing not because of id issues. Has anybody done this.

nkereina · 01-07-2011, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by nrpofp

I was wondering if you can have alcohol delivered from costco. I'm guessing not because of id issues. Has anybody done this.

I don't think Costco would deliver it but someone else mentioned Garden Grocer delivered alcohol for them, and they are a local FL grocer who actually delivers what you order, unlike Costco who ships it I believe. Above I asked the person how they got the alcohol from Garden Grocer because you can't add it to your cart on the web site, but they do say you can request special items at check out but I don't see where you can do that.

jeniamt · 01-15-2011, 12:13 PM

So what is the definitive answer? We arrive at the Poly in 6 days and I really want 2 cases of water there when I arrive. I am so confused! Will Costco deliver? Do I still have time to order? HELP!!!! With Free Dining, I really don't need anything else so I won't get near the minimum order with GG or TD. Plus it seems counterproductive to pay for shipping on such a small order.

Thanks for your advice!

dacky041208 · 01-15-2011, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by jeniamt

So what is the definitive answer? We arrive at the Poly in 6 days and I really want 2 cases of water there when I arrive. I am so confused! Will Costco deliver? Do I still have time to order? HELP!!!! With Free Dining, I really don't need anything else so I won't get near the minimum order with GG or TD. Plus it seems counterproductive to pay for shipping on such a small order.

Thanks for your advice!

We've used staples before and been happy, but we had free shipping. Whatever you choose, I would do it very quickly, we always ordered 7-10 days before arrival.

chinarider · 02-22-2011, 09:27 AM

Thanks for the info. Looked up garden grocer and min order was $40 and $19 delivery fee ( free delivery if over $200)- exploring other options now. Will check staples and Costco. Pretty much just looking for water because we can pack snacks in our bag ( no charge for 2 suitcases on SW and we know we will need the extra room for stuff on the way back)

12-22-2010, 09:11 PM	#67
CrystalCastle Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 341	I was thinking about ordering water from Costco for my upcoming trip. I'm coming for the 1/2 and full marathon and will need plenty of water. How do you fill out the shipping address so that the resort knows it's you that ordered it? Also how far in advance did you order your water? I'll be there starting Jan 5th. Thanks for the help! __________________

12-29-2010, 06:50 AM	#68
luvdisney00 DIS Veteran Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,008	I thought I read somewhere that there was a problem with deliveries to the BC, anyone had water delivered there? We are staying there for the 1st time, but have had water successfully delivered to the Poly in the past. We find that with DDP we need very little extra food, and have thrown out a lot that I thought we would need. Just a thought for anyone who is trying to make a minimum order for GG or WGS. __________________ DH Me DD17 DD15 DD10 6/90 offsite 6/00 All Star Movies 7/07 Polynesian 9/08 Polynesian 8/10 Port Orleans Riverside 8/11 Beach Club 8/12 Beach Club

01-15-2011, 12:13 PM	#73
jeniamt DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2004 Location: Annapolis Posts: 709	So what is the definitive answer? We arrive at the Poly in 6 days and I really want 2 cases of water there when I arrive. I am so confused! Will Costco deliver? Do I still have time to order? HELP!!!! With Free Dining, I really don't need anything else so I won't get near the minimum order with GG or TD. Plus it seems counterproductive to pay for shipping on such a small order. Thanks for your advice! __________________ DH , Me , DD (13) , DS (11) , DD (6) , DS (3)

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12-07-2010, 09:56 PM	#62
HollyEpcot Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 221	We wound up using Costco - they were very cheap- case of 24 1/2 liter bottles of zephyrillis water was about $6, including shipping. I ordered it about 2 weeks in advance (was concerned about possible delay due to Thanksgiving). We also ordered some items from Amazon. Both companies did great - our packages arrived at Disney approx. a week before we did. The only downside - we checked into All-Stars in the afternoon- requested the deliveries at check-in, requested again at night, packages were not delivered to our room until the next morning around 8:30 a.m., which created a (small) delay in our getting to the park.

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01-06-2011, 06:27 PM	#69
nkereina Wendy Darling Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Niagara Falls, NY Posts: 4,824	has anyone tried using Alice.com? It's basically an online grocery store, so there's lots of options for snacks, toiletries and anything else you might want to throw in to save room in your luggage! The site was advertised with good reviews on our local news, haven't tried it yet though!

01-06-2011, 08:07 PM	#71
nrpofp DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: southern california Posts: 565	I was wondering if you can have alcohol delivered from costco. I'm guessing not because of id issues. Has anybody done this.

02-22-2011, 09:27 AM	#75
chinarider DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 596	Thanks for the info. Looked up garden grocer and min order was $40 and $19 delivery fee ( free delivery if over $200)- exploring other options now. Will check staples and Costco. Pretty much just looking for water because we can pack snacks in our bag ( no charge for 2 suitcases on SW and we know we will need the extra room for stuff on the way back)