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Butterflygirl35 · 01-13-2013, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by andyman8

Well, we've got a difficult situation on our hands; we just received a special offer for an amazing airfare to Spain (a place where we've always wanted to go) valid up until June 20, so we're thinking we'll do that in June and do a WDW trip in August. While we're not thrilled about it, that would be our best option though the GF seems to be sold out of standard rooms. What is the chance of an opening?

I would contact Magical Vacations as they have standard rooms blocked for August exclusive. They have another amazing rate for labor day weekend! I booked with them again this year.
Spain is beautiful - you will have an amazing time

toodycat · 01-13-2013, 03:10 PM

If you have AAA, check to see if there's a discount. You may wind up paying standard price for lagoon view.

disneydreamfan14 · 01-13-2013, 04:58 PM

Hey everybody!

If you haven't already, come check out the Villas at the Grand Floridian DVC thread! I have condensed some info about the DVC into this thread - and updates or new info let me know!

Thanks!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3045377

glovergirls · 01-14-2013, 12:49 AM

We leave next month and I'm starting to get nervous with the courtyard pool closure. I can't remember where but it seems like I read somewhere that all the sand was walled off?? I am hoping that I'm remembering wrong, is there still sand over by the hammocks?? Thanks for your help!

bdklein · 01-14-2013, 01:46 PM

Between the eyesore of the DVC building (so close to the Beach pool and killing the views from the beach), overpopulating the resort area, and reducing the depth of the Courtyard pool, Disney has now killed a great resort. Thanks Disney.

Blessed_wth_Triplets · 01-14-2013, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by bdklein

Between the eyesore of the DVC building (so close to the Beach pool and killing the views from the beach), overpopulating the resort area, and reducing the depth of the Courtyard pool, Disney has now killed a great resort. Thanks Disney.

I have to agree....I don't think the DVC villas were necessary...and certainly do block a lot of the view. But that's Disney and any big business...it's all about the $$$.

bdklein · 01-14-2013, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Blessed_wth_Triplets

I have to agree....I don't think the DVC villas were necessary...and certainly do block a lot of the view. But that's Disney and any big business...it's all about the $$$.

Perhaps once the beach area reopens the DVC building may not have a huge impact on the view-maybe I am wrong.

jojomickey · 01-14-2013, 02:20 PM

I kind of have mixed feelings but do agree it will definitely change the atmosphere!!!!!!

bdklein · 01-14-2013, 02:22 PM

There are positives too. The kids splash area does look good.

jojomickey · 01-14-2013, 02:37 PM

I agree I like the the new play area too ,but I will miss the beauty of the open beach and the peacefulness that was felt there!

bethclayton · 01-14-2013, 06:15 PM

hi all!

long time, no see! we don't currently have a trip booked and i have a hard time on the boards during times like that, it just makes me long for disney that much more!

i have a question for all of you fellow GF lovers.

i turn 40 at the end of august and we have pretty much decided that we should celebrate my birthday in disney. we have the opportunity to have two nights at any CL resort, complimentary. of course, i know that i will be spending those two nights at the GF RPC!

however, we will be switching resorts for the remaining 5 nights. we had some issues during our last trip and would like to give them another chance, but to be blunt, i want to hold off giving the GF any more of my money until we see how this next experience goes.

i had planned to spend the rest of the trip at the poly. we stayed there 2 years ago and absolutely loved the resort. i loved the themeing and the location. i also loved watching the fireworks.

should i also be considering any other resorts? in the back of my head i am wondering if we should try BC because we have never been there? but it is my big birthday trip and i want it to be perfect, and if i don't love BC, i might be upset. i do love the MK the most but am ready to spend more time at the other resorts this year.

right now i am not planning on doing CL at another resort because i am *assuming* there could be free dining offered. if free dining is not offered, then we would probably like to do CL (although I read that BC CL is not so great?). and we will be fine with just a standard room.

anyway, my question is, where would you spend the next 5 nights and why? where else should i be considering? i thought that this thread would actually be a great place to ask, since we all have in common that we love the GF, maybe our taste in other resorts is similar, too!

TinkerbellLuvr7 · 01-14-2013, 08:12 PM

Staying at GF for the first time on Friday!!! I've stayed at all the other resorts except GF and AOA!

Question..If we have a 9:15pm ADR at Ohana, how will we get back to GF after our meal if MK closes at 8?? Thanks!!!

bethclayton · 01-14-2013, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by TinkerbellLuvr7

Staying at GF for the first time on Friday!!! I've stayed at all the other resorts except GF and AOA!

Question..If we have a 9:15pm ADR at Ohana, how will we get back to GF after our meal if MK closes at 8?? Thanks!!!

i'm sure there are other options, too, but assuming the pathway between the poly and GF is still open, you could walk. it is actually a really lovely walk and not that far.

TinkerbellLuvr7 · 01-14-2013, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by bethclayton

i'm sure there are other options, too, but assuming the pathway between the poly and GF is still open, you could walk. it is actually a really lovely walk and not that far.

That's what I was thinking too but didn't know if it would be closed because of the construction but maybe someone else can chime in!

bdklein · 01-14-2013, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by TinkerbellLuvr7

Staying at GF for the first time on Friday!!! I've stayed at all the other resorts except GF and AOA!

Question..If we have a 9:15pm ADR at Ohana, how will we get back to GF after our meal if MK closes at 8?? Thanks!!!

The walking pathway between the GF and the Poly should be open even with the construction

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disneydreamfan14 See Ya Real Soon! Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: USA Posts: 245	Dvc Hey everybody! If you haven't already, come check out the Villas at the Grand Floridian DVC thread! I have condensed some info about the DVC into this thread - and updates or new info let me know! Thanks! http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3045377 __________________ Our Disney Vacations Walt Disney World 2001 - Boardwalk Villas 2004 - Old Key West 2006 - Port Orleans Riverside 2012 - Art of Animation-Lion King Disney Cruise Line 2011 - Disney Dream 3-night Bahamas Disneyland 2012 - Day Trip

01-14-2013, 12:49 AM	#2134
glovergirls Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 252	Sand We leave next month and I'm starting to get nervous with the courtyard pool closure. I can't remember where but it seems like I read somewhere that all the sand was walled off?? I am hoping that I'm remembering wrong, is there still sand over by the hammocks?? Thanks for your help!

01-14-2013, 06:15 PM	#2141
bethclayton DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 574	hi all! long time, no see! we don't currently have a trip booked and i have a hard time on the boards during times like that, it just makes me long for disney that much more! i have a question for all of you fellow GF lovers. i turn 40 at the end of august and we have pretty much decided that we should celebrate my birthday in disney. we have the opportunity to have two nights at any CL resort, complimentary. of course, i know that i will be spending those two nights at the GF RPC! however, we will be switching resorts for the remaining 5 nights. we had some issues during our last trip and would like to give them another chance, but to be blunt, i want to hold off giving the GF any more of my money until we see how this next experience goes. i had planned to spend the rest of the trip at the poly. we stayed there 2 years ago and absolutely loved the resort. i loved the themeing and the location. i also loved watching the fireworks. should i also be considering any other resorts? in the back of my head i am wondering if we should try BC because we have never been there? but it is my big birthday trip and i want it to be perfect, and if i don't love BC, i might be upset. i do love the MK the most but am ready to spend more time at the other resorts this year. right now i am not planning on doing CL at another resort because i am assuming there could be free dining offered. if free dining is not offered, then we would probably like to do CL (although I read that BC CL is not so great?). and we will be fine with just a standard room. anyway, my question is, where would you spend the next 5 nights and why? where else should i be considering? i thought that this thread would actually be a great place to ask, since we all have in common that we love the GF, maybe our taste in other resorts is similar, too! __________________ Me DH DS (11) DD (13) CBR May 2006~POP Dec 2007~AKL Jan 2009~GF RPC March 2010~GF/ Poly CL Dec 2010~GF RPC April 2012

01-14-2013, 08:12 PM	#2142
TinkerbellLuvr7 Tinkerbellluvr7 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Clermont, FL Posts: 5,061	Staying at GF for the first time on Friday!!! I've stayed at all the other resorts except GF and AOA! Question..If we have a 9:15pm ADR at Ohana, how will we get back to GF after our meal if MK closes at 8?? Thanks!!! __________________ Me(Megan) DF(Jerry) WDWCP Spring 2008 at BBB, WDWPI Fall 2008 Education Presenter, and Currently a WDW Seasonal CM!! TR: CLUB LEVEL, DISNEY CRUISE, AND CASTLE FUN!! (Mar 23-31, 2013)

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01-14-2013, 01:46 PM	#2135
bdklein DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,438	Between the eyesore of the DVC building (so close to the Beach pool and killing the views from the beach), overpopulating the resort area, and reducing the depth of the Courtyard pool, Disney has now killed a great resort. Thanks Disney.

01-14-2013, 02:20 PM	#2138
jojomickey Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 86	I kind of have mixed feelings but do agree it will definitely change the atmosphere!!!!!!

01-14-2013, 02:22 PM	#2139
bdklein DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,438	There are positives too. The kids splash area does look good.

01-14-2013, 02:37 PM	#2140
jojomickey Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 86	I agree I like the the new play area too ,but I will miss the beauty of the open beach and the peacefulness that was felt there!

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