We paid around $19 without tip to go to the Magic Kingdom in early June. We didn't take a taxi to the other parks, but I heard a cheaper option to get to the MK was to take a taxi to Epcot and then take the monorail.
Cheaper yet (and easier) to MK is to take a cab to CBR, then bus, which drops you off at the MK gates, to MK.
Would anyone mind giving me a rough idea of the nightly rate for a one or two bedroom unit in the off season? If booking through the recommended sites rather than directly, I mean.
You left out free washer and dryer in the room. Don't laugh at that benefit until you complete your first trip with a washer/dryer. Even if you're alone, at a minimum it means going home with a suitcase full of clean clothes.Pros of staying there: more space in room, feels more like "home" than a hotel room, balcony (hopefully with a nice view), kitchen & sofa in room, less walking at resort, can prepare inexpensive breakfasts, easy access to pools, can explore other parts of Orlando if I choose, & quick driving time from resort to parks.
No big deal. Just understand that anything they ask you to do is a sales presentation by another name -- tour, survey, "welcome gifts" etc, etc. Just tell the body snatchers at the parking pass desk that you are on a solo trip, can't buy anything even if you wanted to, etc. Then tell them no. If they keep after you, simply walk away. The parking pass is a scam -- it's not needed, does not get you through the guard gate, and we never display a parking pass at any Wyndham resort.Cons: Dealing with parking pass/time share sales people
the room will be fine. You can get wear and tear in any room, even 5 star luxury hotels.worried about quality of room (furnishings, wear & tear, etc)
Driving is a little confusing the first day or two. After that, it's a breeze. I can be parked at any theme park in less than 15 minutes from Bonnet Creek; we always drive everywhere, even when we stay onsite.not sure if I'll want to drive myself everywhere
Pro for CSR/con for WBC -- daily housekeeping.Am I missing anything on my pros & cons lists?
We own DVC and are planning on staying at Disney hotels for our next few trips, but our family is also getting larger and we have discussed taking trips with other people where we would need more room and BC seems to be a good option. I read through parts of this thread but I do still have a few questions:
1- I've read that the best deals are less than 60 days out. Is that true? Is it a big risk to wait until 60 days out?
2- We like to stay for 9-10 nights usually. Looking at what has been posted on Ebay, most of them are 7 nights. Are BC timeshare points similar to Disney in that I just would have to find someone that has enough points to book a 10 night trip or do they work on weeks where we would book 2 weeks and might have to change rooms?
3- I think I know this, just want to make sure. Would there be any problems for someone in a wheelchair at this resort? Would we have to get a room on the 1st floor?
Yes, small quantities of both provided.Another question...is soap provided for the washing machine or to do dishes? We won't need a lot of either but would like to know if any is available. Thanks!!!
Another question...is soap provided for the washing machine or to do dishes? We won't need a lot of either but would like to know if any is available. Thanks!!!
We own DVC and are planning on staying at Disney hotels for our next few trips, but our family is also getting larger and we have discussed taking trips with other people where we would need more room and BC seems to be a good option. I read through parts of this thread but I do still have a few questions:
1- I've read that the best deals are less than 60 days out. Is that true? Is it a big risk to wait until 60 days out?
2- We like to stay for 9-10 nights usually. Looking at what has been posted on Ebay, most of them are 7 nights. Are BC timeshare points similar to Disney in that I just would have to find someone that has enough points to book a 10 night trip or do they work on weeks where we would book 2 weeks and might have to change rooms?
3- I think I know this, just want to make sure. Would there be any problems for someone in a wheelchair at this resort? Would we have to get a room on the 1st floor?
Can I purchase a florida resident 1-day ticket with water park and more option at WBC? Is it an actual ticket or a voucher where I will still need to go to guest relations at the park?
Thanks!