2012 Beach and Yacht FAQ ~ March, April and May ~Do Not Post Here-Old Thread

[MarieA]

Welcome back Teena!! Sorry we missed you at the airport on Tuesday. We were at different gates. I'm glad you are feeling better.

 

[Missoutandabout]

I don't really know the exact answer, but there are not many. Maybe 2 or 3 in club level at the BC.

Ah, thanks muchly. It'll be a truckload of pixie dust required for that request to come through. Honestly, I'll be happy enough just staying at the BC again; they could stick me in the elevator with an air mattress.

I promise to check out the current BC cupcake situation and report back in a few weeks time!

Oh, please do. For research purposes, of course. Will you try the German Chocolate one as well? I'm really stoked about Red Velvet at Starring Rolls. It's on my mental list already. The things we are willing to do for science...

Now that I'm reading talk of a BC Pirate Cruise, I've got to look into this. Didn't even know about it! Even though we're only staying for a short time, we've only got 2 park days planned plus a night at MNSSHP. With a lot of resort time planned, might be fun for our kiddo...

 

[bookgirl]

Nothing comes to mind right now, but let me think about it.

If you happen to be in the BC Marketplace when they have the cupcakes out, maybe snap a picture of them in their natural element.

And sample one or two.

For research purposes, only, of course!




Based on pixarmom's obsession with the caramel pecan bars, I am determined to check out the Karamell Kuche shop in a couple of weeks during my trip with the teens. I have even come up with the title of my TR chapter for this escapade...

"Braces be D*mned, We're Going to Germany!!!"


@ocalla- yes, Teena returned home today.

Both times I went by the Karmel shop I was too hot to even consider it and I"m a huge carmel fan. I'm hoping that my October trip I'll be way more willing to do desserts. I'm much more likely to buy an order of fries than a piece of cake, so I have to have a perfect storm of culinary events to even look at sweets.

And....I have to admit the cupcake thread just makes me want to gag.

I do not like frosting, and if I do eat frosting it has to be soft minimal frosting. So this big trend where you get a cupcake with mounds of frosting and 'stuff' just sets me off and imagining the texture makes me shudder.

I had a POFQ Beneight last trip and popsicles and dole whip. School Bread and some Wethers from Karmell Kuche were my only other sweet buys.

I'm going to look at the pecan bars. Yummy

 

[Cinderumbrella]

I think we had that guy once or someone using a similar line. He said "pick the one you like best..."

Just another reason I love Southwest. They have some of the best flight attendants.


Cinderumbrella: We were talking the other day about what to do for our actual 10th wedding anniversary in 2014 and Aulani is a consideration. Never been to Hawaii. America's Funniest Home Videos was there on this past Sunday's episode and that's what got us talking about it. Hope you have a fantastic trip to WDW and to Maui!

We never even considered Aulani because we didn't want to be around that many kids!

Ah, thanks muchly.


Oh, please do. For research purposes, of course. Will you try the German Chocolate one as well? I'm really stoked about Red Velvet at Starring Rolls. It's on my mental list already. The things we are willing to do for science...

Now that I'm reading talk of a BC Pirate Cruise, I've got to look into this. Didn't even know about it! Even though we're only staying for a short time, we've only got 2 park days planned plus a night at MNSSHP. With a lot of resort time planned, might be fun for our kiddo...

I can't stand German Chocolate so no "research" on that one from me!

DS did the Pirate League on a MNSSHP night in 2010 and LOVED IT (he would have been 7 at the time) In the summer it is WAY too hot to consider face paint, so this was perfect solution for him. We did a 4pm appt to make sure we were done before the party started, but it still took 90 minutes since we were late getting in and it takes awhile. But well worth it!

Check what days the BC pirate cruise runs because I don't think it is daily. Dee might have that info on page 1.

 

[kelleigh1]

We never even considered Aulani because we didn't want to be around that many kids!

That could also be a reason for us to decide against it. We will see. We're also considering a Disney Cruise or even one of the Adventures by Disney - but that may be out of the budget. (Aulani could be out of the budget too. Haven't really looked into that yet.)

 

[Mickey & Minnie Mom]

I am thinking of surprising my family with either the Pirates and Pals Fireworks Voyage or Seas Aqua Tour (snorkeling in the tank at the Seas). My daughter is 9, a great swimmer, and pretty adventurous. Has anyone done these? Can you tell me what they are like?

Also is there a boat cruise you can do from the beach club and watch Illuminations? I can't find it on the Disney site.

Thanks

A

Yes, they do a boat cruise to watch Illuminations from Yacht & Beach Club marina, which is over on the Yacht Club side.

I think you need to ask for/look up a "specialty" cruise. You can book and get info by calling 407-WDW-PLAY.

My friend & I surprised our DH's (and kids) with one last summer to celebrate their 40th birthdays. It was a lot of fun. We had Captain Ron and he was great.

 

[nannette]

Feel better and heal quickly. Can we expect to enjoy your company here while you recover?

I am always here Dee... Lurking most times! Thanks for the well wishes!

~Nannette

 

[MickeyT]

I am always here Dee... Lurking most times! Thanks for the well wishes!

~Nannette

Get those feet well Nannette. Very important component on Disney/Daughter trips. (Didn't know about your latest round until you were in recovery mode!)


To all our family members leaving within the next week.
CindyBeth
shellbelle76
troynkasey
jmkrat
P'colaBeachBum (Happy Birthday!)
em36
ocalla
ChipnDaleRule

 

[Ninja Mom]

Honestly, I'll be happy enough just staying at the BC again; they could stick me in the elevator with an air mattress.

I'll bet they could make that work at the Beach Club. It would be the best elevator bedroom ever and I'd love just seeing the look on people's faces as the elevator doors opened up and they got a gander of you and yours in your jammies with the air slowly leaking out of that mattress (because that's all those air mattresses ever do any way!)

NM

 

[Laffites Landing]

I'm back. Got home last night. Overall, I had a fantastic time. Only negative was Monday morning I woke up feeling funny. Not sure if it was food poisoning or a stomach flu. By noon I was running a fever and my stomach was shouting at me. I was in between Jeanne's class and the bathroom all day. On Monday night I was suppose to leave Jeanne's and check in at the casino for the invitational tournament. Jeanne got me checked in and had to help me get a shower. Have no idea what my temp was but I can't remember much of the next few days except crawling to the bathroom during the night because I was so dizzy. Fever broke Tuesday AM. I woke totally soaked. I only went down and played the two sessions on Tuesday (20 minutes each) and spent the rest of the day in bed. Tried to eat a pretzel and it came out the other end shortly thereafter in a water version. Tuesday night ran a fever again. Wednesday I got down a piece of toast and played in the last session of the tournament. Got down more Pepsi and actually felt good enough to play some poker. Thursday I spent all day on the plane pretty much and last night I got down half a cheese sandwich. I actually slept through the night and feel almost normal again this morning. Still weak. Hopefully today and tomorrow will get me strong enough to work Sunday.

Spending the time with Jeanne and Lily was magical. Lily is so much fun and Jeanne said she was looking for me on Tuesday when she woke up. We had a "thing" we did in bed every morning and she apparently missed me. I know next time I see her she won't remember me. I can't wait until she is old enough not to forget us every time we leave her for a period of time.

Glad to be home. I missed Bob so much. It was so nice to see his smiling face waiting for me at the airport. But I think the thing I missed the most was the green and humidity. I absolutely hate how dirty everything is in Vegas and the dryness. When the plane landed and I saw water and green, it put a huge smile on my face. And then I actually could take air into my lungs that had some moisture in it (instead of soot) --- HEAVEN!!! I know for sure I was born to be a Floridian!

Welcome home Teena. Glad you enjoyed your time on "my side" of the country with Princess Lilly! Sorry about the lack of humidity. One thing I, as someone who is used to California weather, am most "scared" of is the humidity in Florida. I think my kids are going to freak!

Exactly one month to go!

 

[msdroz]

Arrived this am and my hubby and I are people watching on our Yacht Club balcony while our son naps, true bliss!

Anyhow, landed at 11am, was in line for ME at 11:10 and arrived at our hotel by noon and were able to check in right away. I was being conservative but I thought for sure after all of the waiting and such we would be good to go by 3. What a nice surprise because we spent the morning having lunch at Hurricane Hannah's, swam at the pool all afternoon and made homemade ice cream, having a blast!
oh and ps already cried... like 2 minutes into the video on the ME. I'm such a softie haha

Also saw two beautiful brides and cute flower girls, and the not so good is the love bugs. They actually don't bother me because they look like lightening bugs (we have midges at home and they are a lot worse). I'm just worried if they get super bad at night but we'll see.

Room is average but clean... I've been in nicer for less of a price point but the amenities can't be beat I suppose

 

[Cinderumbrella]

Arrived this am and my hubby and I are people watching on our Yacht Club balcony while our son naps, true bliss!

Anyhow, landed at 11am, was in line for ME at 11:10 and arrived at our hotel by noon and were able to check in right away. I was being conservative but I thought for sure after all of the waiting and such we would be good to go by 3. What a nice surprise because we spent the morning having lunch at Hurricane Hannah's, swam at the pool all afternoon and made homemade ice cream, having a blast!
oh and ps already cried... like 2 minutes into the video on the ME. I'm such a softie haha

Also saw two beautiful brides and cute flower girls, and the not so good is the love bugs. They actually don't bother me because they look like lightening bugs (we have midges at home and they are a lot worse). I'm just worried if they get super bad at night but we'll see.

Room is average but clean... I've been in nicer for less of a price point but the amenities can't be beat I suppose

Glad it was an easy trip so far! Enjoy your stay!

 

[SuzieQ811]

Arrived this am and my hubby and I are people watching on our Yacht Club balcony while our son naps, true bliss!

Anyhow, landed at 11am, was in line for ME at 11:10 and arrived at our hotel by noon and were able to check in right away. I was being conservative but I thought for sure after all of the waiting and such we would be good to go by 3. What a nice surprise because we spent the morning having lunch at Hurricane Hannah's, swam at the pool all afternoon and made homemade ice cream, having a blast!
oh and ps already cried... like 2 minutes into the video on the ME. I'm such a softie haha

Also saw two beautiful brides and cute flower girls, and the not so good is the love bugs. They actually don't bother me because they look like lightening bugs (we have midges at home and they are a lot worse). I'm just worried if they get super bad at night but we'll see.

Room is average but clean... I've been in nicer for less of a price point but the amenities can't be beat I suppose

Was there a wedding at the YC Gazebo? Were there just two brides, and no grooms? Just curious........

 

[Rorey]

I am thinking of surprising my family with either the Pirates and Pals Fireworks Voyage or Seas Aqua Tour (snorkeling in the tank at the Seas). My daughter is 9, a great swimmer, and pretty adventurous. Has anyone done these? Can you tell me what they are like?

Also is there a boat cruise you can do from the beach club and watch Illuminations? I can't find it on the Disney site.

Thanks

A

DH and I did the Pirates & Pal cruise last year and had a blast!!! It was awesome. This explains it better: http://www.wdwinfo.com/recreation/fireworks.htm#piratespalscruise

Speaking of Southwest Airlines ... you all know that's all I fly. The attendant (middle aged man) yesterday was a hoot. He's based in Orlando so maybe one of you will get lucky and get him. So funny! He's giving the spiel about safety and gets to the part where the masks drop from the top and says, "if the cabin looses pressure and the masks drop, adults should first put their mask on and if traveling with children, then assist the child. If traveling with more than one child, pick the one with the most potential and assist them."

Only on Southwest!

OMG that's hilarious!!! Welcome Home Teena, glad you had a good time!!!

Hope everyone who is heading to BC in the next few days has a great time!!

 

[skepace]

To all our family members leaving within the next week.
CindyBeth
shellbelle76
troynkasey
jmkrat
P'colaBeachBum (Happy Birthday!)
em36
ocalla
ChipnDaleRule

Have fun everyone!!!!

 

[skepace]

Would someone please PM me the information for the IPO? We still have not been contacted and switched to CL a couple of weeks ago.

Thanks!

 

[Momtomouselover]

Just two weeks away!!! Hooray!! Just wanted to check in and say "hello" and of course look at my ticker. We will be checking into YC-CL in just a couple weeks. Once again going with my parents and my sister and her husband and me and my little guy. Hoping for an awesome trip filled with magical days and lots of pixie dust or should I say just the magic of Disney.

 

[Cinderumbrella]

Would someone please PM me the information for the IPO? We still have not been contacted and switched to CL a couple of weeks ago.

Thanks!

Their email should be on page 1 of this thread

 

[MickeyT]

For some reason the DIS puts a space in the dot com part. Take the space out and the address will work.

Yacht.Beach.Club.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com

Phone: (407) 934-1448
Fax: (407) 938-6508

 

[Tony NY]

Hey guys I’m getting so excited it only 4 day to my first Beach club stay . I was wondering do you guys know if I can get some delivered to two room it’s my sister and my niece birthday