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Hopefully · 10-26-2009, 11:23 AM

We arrived home at 1:30 AM yesterday morning from our first trip Home at the BCV (We have stayed here before through CRO ressies). We had a wonderful week!!!
We requested a "higher Floor, Canal View" room. We were given room 554, a dedicated 2 bedroom on the 5th floor, over looking the Dunes Cove pool. It was wonderful. It was sparkling clean and everything was in working order. I did On line check in and everything was ready (not the room) when we arrived. We were completely happy with this Villa. This Villa was near the pool elevator which was conveninet to the DSA for the smoker in our group.
We used wegoshop.com for groceries. The delivery was right on time and everything we ordered was there. We even ordered fresh fruit and the quality was great.

Epcot was INSANELY busy on Sat 10/17. I knew that a Saturday at the F & W Fest would be busy with locals, but I have never seen it like this before. Unfortunately we had friends who had driven from Savannah for the weekend and this was the only day we had to go to F & W. For a first timer it was not the best experience.

Sunday 10/18 was cool-cold, but sunny. Each day got warmer. We had bright sun and a nice breeze. Perfect for theme park touring. By Friday/Saturday it was hot to us.

I was pleasantly surprised, after reading many complaints, to find everything sparkling clean. I was amazed at both EC and the MK to find CM's cleaning each rest room I went in, every time. I did not find a decrease in cleanliness or service at all.
I met wonderful CM's all week. Actually there were 1 or 2 a bit "cranky", but I just ignored them

There were lots of folks around and the parks seemed crowded, but the waits for the rides were minimal. I think the longest we waited was about 20 minutes. We did use Fast Pass for the headliners like Toy Story Mania, Soarin' , Rock & Roller Coaster and Splash Mountain.

We had the DDP and we had TS meals at the Biergarden, Marrakesh, Le Cellier, Hoop Dee Doo Review, Tusker House lunch, Teppan Edo, 50's Prime Time lunch, Raglan Road and Jiko. Each was special in its own way. The only disappointment for me was the Biergarden. It just wasn't as good as I expected.

It was a wonderful week we were able to share with DS and his girlfriend. She had not been since a child, so we were more commando than usual, showing her the WDW we love. We came home tired but happy.

I planned this trip for 11 months and had a blast, but now I feel like "Now What!!!' I know folks here understand that.
Thanks

vicki_c · 10-26-2009, 11:26 AM

Sounds like a great trip! I love BCV!

Now what? Start planning the next one, of course!

Simba's Mom · 10-27-2009, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hopefully

We arrived home at 1:30 AM yesterday morning from our first trip Home at the BCV (We have stayed here before through CRO ressies). We had a wonderful week!!!
We requested a "higher Floor, Canal View" room. We were given room 554, a dedicated 2 bedroom on the 5th floor, over looking the Dunes Cove pool. It was wonderful. It was sparkling clean and everything was in working order. I did On line check in and everything was ready (not the room) when we arrived. We were completely happy with this Villa. This Villa was near the pool elevator which was conveninet to the DSA for the smoker in our group.
We used wegoshop.com for groceries. The delivery was right on time and everything we ordered was there. We even ordered fresh fruit and the quality was great.

Epcot was INSANELY busy on Sat 10/17. I knew that a Saturday at the F & W Fest would be busy with locals, but I have never seen it like this before. Unfortunately we had friends who had driven from Savannah for the weekend and this was the only day we had to go to F & W. For a first timer it was not the best experience.

Sunday 10/18 was cool-cold, but sunny. Each day got warmer. We had bright sun and a nice breeze. Perfect for theme park touring. By Friday/Saturday it was hot to us.

I was pleasantly surprised, after reading many complaints, to find everything sparkling clean. I was amazed at both EC and the MK to find CM's cleaning each rest room I went in, every time. I did not find a decrease in cleanliness or service at all.
I met wonderful CM's all week. Actually there were 1 or 2 a bit "cranky", but I just ignored them

There were lots of folks around and the parks seemed crowded, but the waits for the rides were minimal. I think the longest we waited was about 20 minutes. We did use Fast Pass for the headliners like Toy Story Mania, Soarin' , Rock & Roller Coaster and Splash Mountain.

We had the DDP and we had TS meals at the Biergarden, Marrakesh, Le Cellier, Hoop Dee Doo Review, Tusker House lunch, Teppan Edo, 50's Prime Time lunch, Raglan Road and Jiko. Each was special in its own way. The only disappointment for me was the Biergarden. It just wasn't as good as I expected.

It was a wonderful week we were able to share with DS and his girlfriend. She had not been since a child, so we were more commando than usual, showing her the WDW we love. We came home tired but happy.

I planned this trip for 11 months and had a blast, but now I feel like "Now What!!!' I know folks here understand that.
Thanks

Yes, I do understand. And I do agree about Epcot being insanely busy on 10/17. I was at BCV the same time as you, only I had to come home a couple days before you. When did you have the 50s Prime Time lunch? I did 10/20. Did you go to any BCV movies on the beach? I saw "Monsters Inc.", and got back too late for "Enchanted". Did you get to see Art the Greeter?

Hopefully · 10-27-2009, 04:15 PM

Hi Simba's Mom!!
We did 50's lunch on the 21st. We had a great cousin who chose my DS to "pick on". We treated adult DS and his girl friend to this trip. Our Cousin was trying to get DS to propose right there and then. It was hilarious and we had a wonderful time.
Since it was DS's Girlfriends first trip since she was young we were more "commando" than our normal style. We never had time for movies on the beach or regretably even SAB this time. Just some of the many reasons to go Home again.
DS wished Art well while I checked in on 10/17 - I believe his last day. DS said he welled with tears and talked about how much everybody meant to him. Art will be missed. I did speak to Teena on Saturday as we were checking out.
We had great weather for theme park touring, didn't we? Friday and Saturday were a bit hot for me, but the rest of the week was perfect.
I love BCV and can't wait until I can plan our next trip Home

ToddyLu · 10-27-2009, 04:34 PM

Thanks so much for giving us a great, positive trip report. We leave tomorow for our first trip home. Did your DS's girlfriend have a fabulous time? I am sure she did. We are leaving in about an hour to drive to New Orleans for an early fight out tomorrow morning. I can't wait to get there!!

SusieBea · 10-27-2009, 04:53 PM

I love TRs like this!

Hop on gettin' that next trip home planned.

Coach81 · 10-28-2009, 09:00 AM

Thanks for the report! Ah yes.. the return blues.. we all know them well. Good news is.. now you can get started planning your next one!!!

bobbiwoz · 10-28-2009, 09:33 AM

Glad you had such a great time!
Bobbi

BCV23 · 10-28-2009, 10:59 AM

Loved reading your trip report.

Thanks for posting. Isn't BCV wonderful? I'm glad your first trip home was so great.

ToddyLu, hope you have a perfectly wonderful first trip as well.

awilliams4 · 10-29-2009, 01:47 PM

Hopefully. We were right up the hallway from you in 528 from 10/18 through 10/23. We were in a 1 bedroom. Yep...Sunday was COLD. We did Universal's Ripsaw Falls and the Popeye river raft ride that day too!

famgel · 10-29-2009, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hopefully

We arrived home at 1:30 AM yesterday morning from our first trip Home at the BCV (We have stayed here before through CRO ressies). We had a wonderful week!!!
We requested a "higher Floor, Canal View" room. We were given room 554, a dedicated 2 bedroom on the 5th floor, over looking the Dunes Cove pool. It was wonderful. It was sparkling clean and everything was in working order. I did On line check in and everything was ready (not the room) when we arrived. We were completely happy with this Villa. This Villa was near the pool elevator which was conveninet to the DSA for the smoker in our group.
We used wegoshop.com for groceries. The delivery was right on time and everything we ordered was there. We even ordered fresh fruit and the quality was great.

Epcot was INSANELY busy on Sat 10/17. I knew that a Saturday at the F & W Fest would be busy with locals, but I have never seen it like this before. Unfortunately we had friends who had driven from Savannah for the weekend and this was the only day we had to go to F & W. For a first timer it was not the best experience.

Sunday 10/18 was cool-cold, but sunny. Each day got warmer. We had bright sun and a nice breeze. Perfect for theme park touring. By Friday/Saturday it was hot to us.

I was pleasantly surprised, after reading many complaints, to find everything sparkling clean. I was amazed at both EC and the MK to find CM's cleaning each rest room I went in, every time. I did not find a decrease in cleanliness or service at all.
I met wonderful CM's all week. Actually there were 1 or 2 a bit "cranky", but I just ignored them

There were lots of folks around and the parks seemed crowded, but the waits for the rides were minimal. I think the longest we waited was about 20 minutes. We did use Fast Pass for the headliners like Toy Story Mania, Soarin' , Rock & Roller Coaster and Splash Mountain.

We had the DDP and we had TS meals at the Biergarden, Marrakesh, Le Cellier, Hoop Dee Doo Review, Tusker House lunch, Teppan Edo, 50's Prime Time lunch, Raglan Road and Jiko. Each was special in its own way. The only disappointment for me was the Biergarden. It just wasn't as good as I expected.

It was a wonderful week we were able to share with DS and his girlfriend. She had not been since a child, so we were more commando than usual, showing her the WDW we love. We came home tired but happy.

I planned this trip for 11 months and had a blast, but now I feel like "Now What!!!' I know folks here understand that.
Thanks

Just wondering was your villa updated, new beds, tv, etc.? Just curious we're going for the first time in Jan.

10-26-2009, 11:23 AM	#1
Hopefully DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Boston Area, MA Posts: 4,127	Wonderful BCV Stay We arrived home at 1:30 AM yesterday morning from our first trip Home at the BCV (We have stayed here before through CRO ressies). We had a wonderful week!!! We requested a "higher Floor, Canal View" room. We were given room 554, a dedicated 2 bedroom on the 5th floor, over looking the Dunes Cove pool. It was wonderful. It was sparkling clean and everything was in working order. I did On line check in and everything was ready (not the room) when we arrived. We were completely happy with this Villa. This Villa was near the pool elevator which was conveninet to the DSA for the smoker in our group. We used wegoshop.com for groceries. The delivery was right on time and everything we ordered was there. We even ordered fresh fruit and the quality was great. Epcot was INSANELY busy on Sat 10/17. I knew that a Saturday at the F & W Fest would be busy with locals, but I have never seen it like this before. Unfortunately we had friends who had driven from Savannah for the weekend and this was the only day we had to go to F & W. For a first timer it was not the best experience. Sunday 10/18 was cool-cold, but sunny. Each day got warmer. We had bright sun and a nice breeze. Perfect for theme park touring. By Friday/Saturday it was hot to us. I was pleasantly surprised, after reading many complaints, to find everything sparkling clean. I was amazed at both EC and the MK to find CM's cleaning each rest room I went in, every time. I did not find a decrease in cleanliness or service at all. I met wonderful CM's all week. Actually there were 1 or 2 a bit "cranky", but I just ignored them There were lots of folks around and the parks seemed crowded, but the waits for the rides were minimal. I think the longest we waited was about 20 minutes. We did use Fast Pass for the headliners like Toy Story Mania, Soarin' , Rock & Roller Coaster and Splash Mountain. We had the DDP and we had TS meals at the Biergarden, Marrakesh, Le Cellier, Hoop Dee Doo Review, Tusker House lunch, Teppan Edo, 50's Prime Time lunch, Raglan Road and Jiko. Each was special in its own way. The only disappointment for me was the Biergarden. It just wasn't as good as I expected. It was a wonderful week we were able to share with DS and his girlfriend. She had not been since a child, so we were more commando than usual, showing her the WDW we love. We came home tired but happy. I planned this trip for 11 months and had a blast, but now I feel like "Now What!!!' I know folks here understand that. Thanks __________________

10-26-2009, 11:26 AM	#2
vicki_c DIS Veteran Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 7,054	Sounds like a great trip! I love BCV! Now what? Start planning the next one, of course! __________________ June 1978 - Poly / Nov 1996 - Yacht Club / Jan 2001 - Poly / Jan/Feb 2004 - Wilderness Lodge / 2004-2006: Animal Kingdom Lodge, Nick Hotel, Caribbean Beach, Port Orleans Riverside, HI Sunspree, Buena Vista Suites, Caribe Royale / Jan 2008 - Poly / June 2008 - Saratoga Springs and Villas @ Wilderness Lodge / Nov 2008 -Boardwalk Villas / Dec 2008 - WL, Beach Club Villas and Beach Club / June 2009 - POFQ and Poly / Jan 2010 - AKV, 4 night DCL & BCV

10-27-2009, 04:15 PM	#4
Hopefully DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Boston Area, MA Posts: 4,127	Hi Simba's Mom!! We did 50's lunch on the 21st. We had a great cousin who chose my DS to "pick on". We treated adult DS and his girl friend to this trip. Our Cousin was trying to get DS to propose right there and then. It was hilarious and we had a wonderful time. Since it was DS's Girlfriends first trip since she was young we were more "commando" than our normal style. We never had time for movies on the beach or regretably even SAB this time. Just some of the many reasons to go Home again. DS wished Art well while I checked in on 10/17 - I believe his last day. DS said he welled with tears and talked about how much everybody meant to him. Art will be missed. I did speak to Teena on Saturday as we were checking out. We had great weather for theme park touring, didn't we? Friday and Saturday were a bit hot for me, but the rest of the week was perfect. I love BCV and can't wait until I can plan our next trip Home __________________

10-27-2009, 04:34 PM	#5
ToddyLu Welcome Explorers-I love Mr. Ray Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: The Drop Off Posts: 1,424	Thanks so much for giving us a great, positive trip report. We leave tomorow for our first trip home. Did your DS's girlfriend have a fabulous time? I am sure she did. We are leaving in about an hour to drive to New Orleans for an early fight out tomorrow morning. I can't wait to get there!! __________________ DH Me kissing DH first trip ASMo 2002, ASMo 2003, ASMo 2004 twice, ASMo 2005, POFQ 2006, Pop 2007, Pop 12/2008 with DDP, AKV SV 10/09 with DDP, AKV SV 12/10 My DH loves me for my points!!

10-27-2009, 04:53 PM	#6
SusieBea Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Newburgh, Indiana Posts: 324	I love TRs like this! Hop on gettin' that next trip home planned. __________________ DVC OKW since 1993 CBR 89; PO 92; Disney Inn 93; OKW 94 (2); OKW 95(2); HHI & OKW(2) 96; VB & OKW 97; OKW 98 (3); OKW, DCL, & BW 99; OKW & VWL 00; HHI & OKW 01; Ft. Wild. cabins 02; OKW & GF 03; OKW, SSR, & Yacht Club 05; OKW 06; OKW 07; Grand Californian 08; OKW Dec. 09; OKW & OKW Grand Villa 2010! [

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10-28-2009, 09:00 AM	#7
Coach81 DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Louisiana Posts: 2,162	Thanks for the report! Ah yes.. the return blues.. we all know them well. Good news is.. now you can get started planning your next one!!! __________________ Dec '09 BCV/May '09 BWV/Feb '09 SSR May '08 AKV / Feb '08 OKW Joined DVC Spring '07 Feb '07 All Star Movies Feb '05 Pop Century March '03 Swan March '01 All Star Movies

10-28-2009, 09:33 AM	#8
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10-28-2009, 10:59 AM	#9
BCV23 Loves the magic of the trains Would enjoy a magical meal at the castle Loves the name Hatuey! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Illinois Posts: 17,233	Loved reading your trip report. Thanks for posting. Isn't BCV wonderful? I'm glad your first trip home was so great. ToddyLu, hope you have a perfectly wonderful first trip as well. __________________ Thanks johnsonet! Many magical trips and waiting for......

10-29-2009, 01:47 PM	#10
awilliams4 Earning My Ears Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 30	Hopefully. We were right up the hallway from you in 528 from 10/18 through 10/23. We were in a 1 bedroom. Yep...Sunday was COLD. We did Universal's Ripsaw Falls and the Popeye river raft ride that day too!

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