Grace&Carolinesmom
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Jun 15, 2005
Wow! That's so encouraging! And the Tikiman's site is amazing! Thanks for recommending it! The descriptions of the longhouses are really thorough. I'm thinking about Tahiti or Tokelau since the walk to the TTC should be a short one. There always seems to be such a short wait and ride from there. But will that make for a long walk to the ceremonial house? That's were we get the monorail, right? Which longhouse(s) have you stayed in? What were your impressions? I hope you don't mind the questions, you sound like an expert.
_________________________________________
I could really use a ticker right about now!
R/E longhouse requests: I have stayed in both Tokelau and Aotearoa. Loved both locations for different reasons. Aotearoa was great having the quiet beach out front and hearing the luau music at night. Close to GCH and to GF for walking to dinner ressies. Tokelau was nice being close to TTC and close to the quiet beach in front of Tahiti. Bigger rooms.
Honestly, it is not a huge resort and the longest walk would be from the far end of Aotearoa to the TTC and even that is only apx 7-8 minutes. We never minded the walk cuz we only went to Epcot 2 times. AND walks are so enjoyable with the lush landscaping and tiki torches. You spend so much time admiring the atmosphere that you don't think about the distance between 2 points. Nothing is really "far" from anything else--just closer--if that makes sense We often take the boat to/from MK but make frequent trips to the GCH for CCs. Every longhouse has its charms and garden views are wonderful--just different.
I actually prefer not to make a longhouse request as I like them all for different reasons. I choose to make my request for a full balcony facing N, E or W. That is what is important to me. Somewhere to chill without the chance of seeing a car Cars spoil my resort feeling The problem with requesting a specific room/longhouse is that the CM does not know what is really important to you. If that request cannot be fulfilled, they don't have info to fill your needs. If you want close to GCH, or pool, or TTC etc. just say that. Nothing too complicated but up to 2 "wants" in order of importance. make sense? Just don't be disappointed if you don't get your requests and you just might find the room you get is exactly what you didn't know you wanted-LOL.