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<font color=FF3399>I've discovered I don't need to
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I was able to get the Dolphin on Hotwire for a great rate and decided to take it. Though not as good as the rate some were getting I felt $89 per night was a reasonable cost.
We arrived at about 3pm and were eagerly greeted by the bell staff. I checked in and was given an upgrade with DH's Starwood card--he uses it occasionally for business. We received a room overlooking the boardwalk with no balcony. What an amazing view. Some of Illuminations was visible from the room and the kids really enjoyed it. The rooms here are large, bright and airy. The exrtra amenities were wonderful too. The room was clean, and well equipped withthe appropriate linnens, etc. Once again the staff was exceptional. Giving us a ton of information about the resort, available amenities, the time to expect Illuminations and transportation. We only used the boats since we were only going to MGM and Epcot on those days. They were effecient and on time. The pool was beautiful and more than large enough to accomadate the two resorts. We also ate at the Dolphin Soda shoppe one evening. The food was fine, but a bit pricey--I forgot to use my DVC discount, but I didn't know if I could since I was not staying DVC while staying at the Dolphin. DD had a straight A report card so she got the cap and the ice cream. The free high speed internet was a nice amenity as well. Of course the Hevenly beds were amazing! If I were able to secure the resort for this price again I would not hesistate. Let me know if you have questions.
We arrived at about 3pm and were eagerly greeted by the bell staff. I checked in and was given an upgrade with DH's Starwood card--he uses it occasionally for business. We received a room overlooking the boardwalk with no balcony. What an amazing view. Some of Illuminations was visible from the room and the kids really enjoyed it. The rooms here are large, bright and airy. The exrtra amenities were wonderful too. The room was clean, and well equipped withthe appropriate linnens, etc. Once again the staff was exceptional. Giving us a ton of information about the resort, available amenities, the time to expect Illuminations and transportation. We only used the boats since we were only going to MGM and Epcot on those days. They were effecient and on time. The pool was beautiful and more than large enough to accomadate the two resorts. We also ate at the Dolphin Soda shoppe one evening. The food was fine, but a bit pricey--I forgot to use my DVC discount, but I didn't know if I could since I was not staying DVC while staying at the Dolphin. DD had a straight A report card so she got the cap and the ice cream. The free high speed internet was a nice amenity as well. Of course the Hevenly beds were amazing! If I were able to secure the resort for this price again I would not hesistate. Let me know if you have questions.
-Rachael
