Would you do a 10/3 split, or just stay at one place for the 13 nights? - The DIS Discussion Forums

pooh's_my_fave · 09-18-2009, 04:21 PM

We're currently booked in at a 2BR at BCV for 10 nights, and then 3 nights at a 2BR at VWL. I am contemplating just adding the 3 nights to the BC and not switching for only that short of a stay, but would also love to see the WL at Christmas time.

This is our first WDW trip and we'll be there Dec. 6-19.

What would you do??

Andi

Desnik · 09-18-2009, 04:38 PM

I have done a split stay a few times. If I was going to be there for 13 days I would rather have the 3 day stay first then the 10 day stay. WL is beautiful with the Xmas decorations but you could still just visit it and have a meal there. I would probably just stay at the BCV the whole time.

Did I even help?

So_Money · 09-18-2009, 04:46 PM

Same resort. I can't be bothered packing and unpacking.

Noelle · 09-18-2009, 04:53 PM

I'd stay in the same resort. I love BCV anyway. But beyond that packing up and transfering resorts is too difficult for us. We're a family of 4 and it takes us a few hours to gather everything up and pack. I'd rather be in the Parks.

PoohsFan1 · 09-18-2009, 05:13 PM

We have never done a split stay and don't want to. Once I am at my resort I want to unpack and have a good time on vacation....I don't want to worry about having to repack everything just so I can go to another resort (especially for 3 days). Then you have the whole hassle of checking-out and then checking back into another resort....too much valuable time is being wasted (sure you don't have to worry about moving your luggage since Disney will do it for you, but still). Therefore, I would definately stay at BCV for your whole stay and then plan on going over to WL for a visit.

tkldisney · 09-18-2009, 05:33 PM

I'd stay at BCV entire time. We love to resort hop during the holidays, so that's what I'd do. I'd also go to AK to check out there decor.

honeydiane1953 · 09-18-2009, 05:36 PM

have NEVER considered split stay. with so much to do and sometimes hectic pace one resort is enough for me. you can always visit the other resorts and stay and stay and stay.

daisyduck123 · 09-18-2009, 05:58 PM

We did a 3 way split this summer for 12 nights...

1st nite at POP
8 nights at BCV
3 nights at AKV Kidani Village

We felt like 8 nights was a little too much and 3 nights was not enough at Kidani Village.

I would try to get a few extra nights at WL.....you seem to have a lot for Beach Club.

Orangeandwild · 09-18-2009, 06:01 PM

We like to unpack and just homestead at one resort...

chocovrdmicears · 09-18-2009, 06:34 PM

I agree with the PP that said I would MUCH prefer to do the 3 days at WL first, then settle in at BCV for the duration.
After being at BCV for that long I wouldn't want to pack up everything and re-settle at WL for just 3.
My second suggestion is, if you really want to spend time at both resorts, to even the days at both resorts. Or at the very least add a few more days at WL.
HTH!

mmmears · 09-18-2009, 07:36 PM

Well, I'll vote for the split.

As much as I like the BC, I think 13 days is too long. I would get bored being there for so long when there are so many other nice places to try.

With a split you gain:

-- 2 resorts
-- 2 pool areas
-- 2 themes
-- WL decorations at xmas -- they really are special
-- boat to MK
-- walk to Epcot and DHS
-- only need bus to AK
-- a chance to try a new resort

It feels like 2 vacations in one! Disney will move your luggage for you. To us, moving is a minor inconvenience that's definitely worth it.

For what it's worth, we've done a 10/4 split twice and I had no problems having the big stay at the beginning and the smaller stay at the end.

rlduvall · 09-18-2009, 09:07 PM

This summer, we did 7 nights at BCV and then 3 more nights at AKV. About 2 days before the move, I started dreading packing up and also just knowing my vacation was going to be over in 3 days after the move made me sad. I totally agree with all the pp to do the shorter stay at the beginning. And, if possible, make the last longer stay the resort you are the most excited about staying at. In fact, that is what I am doing next June - 3 nights at BLT, then 7 nights at AKV.

laura-k · 09-18-2009, 11:26 PM

Could you try for 8 nights and 5 nights- then I agree it would seem more like 2 vacations ,you would get to try both resorts and all the great benifits of each as the pp said -I think I would like this as long as the one of them is not shorter than 5 nights
-- 2 pool areas
-- 2 themes
-- WL decorations at xmas -- they really are special
-- boat to MK
-- walk to Epcot and DHS
-- only need bus to AK
-- a chance to try a new resort

pooh's_my_fave · 09-19-2009, 01:20 PM

Thanks for all the replies!!

We've decided to add another day at the end of the trip, so that will make 10 at BCV and 4 at VWL - which I am thrilled about!! Can't wait.

Andi

PrincessKara22 · 09-19-2009, 01:56 PM

I would stay at BCV! The villas at WL are nothing special. It was like going into a high rise apartment building thats attached to the lodge with a long, cold, dark corridor. No disney magic for me there---and you can always see WL at Christmas time by booking a meal at one of their restaurants. I would keep the extra fourth day for an extra night at BCV!

09-18-2009, 04:21 PM	#1
pooh's_my_fave Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 38	Would you do a 10/3 split, or just stay at one place for the 13 nights? We're currently booked in at a 2BR at BCV for 10 nights, and then 3 nights at a 2BR at VWL. I am contemplating just adding the 3 nights to the BC and not switching for only that short of a stay, but would also love to see the WL at Christmas time. This is our first WDW trip and we'll be there Dec. 6-19. What would you do?? Andi __________________

09-18-2009, 04:38 PM	#2
Desnik I actually love packing and planning I'm glad DH and I were friends first then a couple Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: NY, SSR, AKV Posts: 6,128	I have done a split stay a few times. If I was going to be there for 13 days I would rather have the 3 day stay first then the 10 day stay. WL is beautiful with the Xmas decorations but you could still just visit it and have a meal there. I would probably just stay at the BCV the whole time. Did I even help? __________________ Our Disney Vacations: BWI, AKV June 2010 * GF NOV 2009 * POLY JUNE 2009 * AKV, BCV JAN 2009 * BWV JULY 2008 * OKW APRIL 2008 * AKV, SSR NOV 2007 * CR MK VIEW! OCT 2007 * BWV APRIL 2007 * SSR NOV 2006 * BWV, SSR MAY 2006 * SSR, VERO JUNE 2005 * POR, WL, BWV NOV 2004 * ASMo, BWV NOV 2003 * BWI May 2002 * GF NOV 2001 * CSR, VERO NOV 2000 * Offsite Oct. 1998, July 1997 and 1983 Our Disney Vow Renewal TR

09-18-2009, 04:53 PM	#4
Noelle Happy DVC Member - BCV & SSR Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 557	I'd stay in the same resort. I love BCV anyway. But beyond that packing up and transfering resorts is too difficult for us. We're a family of 4 and it takes us a few hours to gather everything up and pack. I'd rather be in the Parks. __________________ All-Star Music - 7/99 Animal Kingdom Lodge - 11/09 Beach Club - 6/04, 10/06, 10/07, 8/10 Contemporary - 7/92 Coronado Springs - 12/06 Grand Floridian - 7/03, 12/04, 12/06 Old Key West - 7/08, 11/09, 8/10 Polynesian - 12/05 Port Orleans Riverside - 4/03, 12/03 Saratoga Springs - 10/05 Vero Beach - 7/08, 8/10 Tryin' out our first cruise 4-night Bahamas on the Wonder -7/10

09-18-2009, 05:13 PM	#5
PoohsFan1 DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Illinois...Way too far away from the Mouse Posts: 3,141	We have never done a split stay and don't want to. Once I am at my resort I want to unpack and have a good time on vacation....I don't want to worry about having to repack everything just so I can go to another resort (especially for 3 days). Then you have the whole hassle of checking-out and then checking back into another resort....too much valuable time is being wasted (sure you don't have to worry about moving your luggage since Disney will do it for you, but still). Therefore, I would definately stay at BCV for your whole stay and then plan on going over to WL for a visit. __________________ Me, DH, DD (8), DD (6) 6/00 Offsite, 9/05 WL, 6/07 POR, 3/09 WL, 12/09 BC Next trip 3/10 POFQ

09-18-2009, 05:33 PM	#6
tkldisney DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: OH Posts: 1,809	I'd stay at BCV entire time. We love to resort hop during the holidays, so that's what I'd do. I'd also go to AK to check out there decor. __________________ March 2-6 2010, Pop Century

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09-18-2009, 04:46 PM	#3
So_Money Earning My Ears Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 73	Same resort. I can't be bothered packing and unpacking.

09-18-2009, 05:36 PM	#7
honeydiane1953 Mouseketeer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: central ga Posts: 237	oo have NEVER considered split stay. with so much to do and sometimes hectic pace one resort is enough for me. you can always visit the other resorts and stay and stay and stay. __________________ A dream is a wish your heart makes when you're fast asleep

09-18-2009, 05:58 PM	#8
daisyduck123 I just love those parmesan mashed potatoes at Chef Mickey's! I don't know how to cut & paste Disney has made my family & I "park snobs" Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 9,703	We did a 3 way split this summer for 12 nights... 1st nite at POP 8 nights at BCV 3 nights at AKV Kidani Village We felt like 8 nights was a little too much and 3 nights was not enough at Kidani Village. I would try to get a few extra nights at WL.....you seem to have a lot for Beach Club. __________________ July 2010 BCV/BLT July 2009 BCV/AKV Jan. 2009 CBR/SSR July 2008 AKV/BCV Dec. 2007 AKV Aug 2007 Dolphin/BCV May 2007 SSR May 2006 CBR Jan 2006 Pop CenturyMay 2005 Pop Century May 2004 Pop Century Dec 1976 Off Site

09-18-2009, 06:01 PM	#9
Orangeandwild Scooter ridin, Croc wearin, Crazy Disney Park lovin Mom Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kentucky Posts: 527	We like to unpack and just homestead at one resort... __________________ ~~Carol~~ DH ME 3 Adult DS 3 Grandkids

09-18-2009, 06:34 PM	#10
chocovrdmicears DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,723	I agree with the PP that said I would MUCH prefer to do the 3 days at WL first, then settle in at BCV for the duration. After being at BCV for that long I wouldn't want to pack up everything and re-settle at WL for just 3. My second suggestion is, if you really want to spend time at both resorts, to even the days at both resorts. Or at the very least add a few more days at WL. HTH!

09-18-2009, 07:36 PM	#11
mmmears DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: California Posts: 5,328	Well, I'll vote for the split. As much as I like the BC, I think 13 days is too long. I would get bored being there for so long when there are so many other nice places to try. With a split you gain: -- 2 resorts -- 2 pool areas -- 2 themes -- WL decorations at xmas -- they really are special -- boat to MK -- walk to Epcot and DHS -- only need bus to AK -- a chance to try a new resort It feels like 2 vacations in one! Disney will move your luggage for you. To us, moving is a minor inconvenience that's definitely worth it. For what it's worth, we've done a 10/4 split twice and I had no problems having the big stay at the beginning and the smaller stay at the end. __________________ ..................................... Disneyland - lots & lots & lots! Dec 1994-WDW-YC Oct 1999-WDW-YC CL & GF Oct 2000-WDW-YC CL & GF SL May 2002-DLR-GCH-CL May 2003-DLR-GCH-CL August 2005-DLR-GCH-CL Apr 2006 - WDW - YC & GF June 2006 - DLR - GCH May 2007 - DLR - GCH June 2008 - DLR - GCH April 2009 - WDW - AKL CL & Poly LVC July/August 2009 - WDW - BC CL, AKL CL & GF RPC Planning for Spring Break, 2010 -- WDW & DCL

09-18-2009, 09:07 PM	#12
rlduvall This tag took six years to make Now maybe some-one will pick me first for dodgeball Join Date: May 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,201	This summer, we did 7 nights at BCV and then 3 more nights at AKV. About 2 days before the move, I started dreading packing up and also just knowing my vacation was going to be over in 3 days after the move made me sad. I totally agree with all the pp to do the shorter stay at the beginning. And, if possible, make the last longer stay the resort you are the most excited about staying at. In fact, that is what I am doing next June - 3 nights at BLT, then 7 nights at AKV. __________________

09-18-2009, 11:26 PM	#13
laura-k Mouseketeer Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Minnesota Posts: 108	Could you try for 8 nights and 5 nights- then I agree it would seem more like 2 vacations ,you would get to try both resorts and all the great benifits of each as the pp said -I think I would like this as long as the one of them is not shorter than 5 nights -- 2 pool areas -- 2 themes -- WL decorations at xmas -- they really are special -- boat to MK -- walk to Epcot and DHS -- only need bus to AK -- a chance to try a new resort

09-19-2009, 01:20 PM	#14
pooh's_my_fave Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 38	Thanks.... Thanks for all the replies!! We've decided to add another day at the end of the trip, so that will make 10 at BCV and 4 at VWL - which I am thrilled about!! Can't wait. Andi __________________

09-19-2009, 01:56 PM	#15
PrincessKara22 Princess in Training Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Boston Posts: 315	I would stay at BCV! The villas at WL are nothing special. It was like going into a high rise apartment building thats attached to the lodge with a long, cold, dark corridor. No disney magic for me there---and you can always see WL at Christmas time by booking a meal at one of their restaurants. I would keep the extra fourth day for an extra night at BCV! __________________ August 2009: Port Orleans French Quarter August 2007: Old Key West January 2007: Old Key West July 2006: The Beach Club July 2004: Caribbean Beach April 2003: Off Property July 1996: The Disney Institute[/font][/size]

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