2014/2015 Beach and Yacht Club FAQ, Friends & Fun, Sept 2014-Mayl 2015

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:welcome: to the Beach & Yacht Club FAQ forum!


BREAKING NEWS!!!

Early March: Work on the 4th floor of the Beach Club has been completed and all rooms are available for booking. Rooms on the 3rd floor have started renovations.

Mid-March: According to a post on the DVC subforum, the work on the Beach Club Villas is scheduled to begin in March 2015 and be completed in December 2015. I have not seen or heard any else, but appreciate it when readers bring info like this to my attention (thank, Mewissy!). In mid-March, guests with stays in late July, October and mid-November reported receiving letters about upcoming refurbishment work at BCV during their stays.


We do not have an official estimate of the timetable or completion date for the resort refurbishment at this time. Based on reports we have seen on other websites and on other threads on the DIS, our best guess for the completion of the work on the Beach Club rooms is late summer 2015. Again, this is not a date we have received officially from the resort.


Beach Club Renovation News:

About every five years the halls and rooms of EVERY resort at WDW get renovated. There are two types. Soft goods and hard goods. Last time the Beach and Yacht Clubs underwent renovation (2008/2009) it was a soft goods rehab.

Renovations on the outside (painting, siding, roofing and all maintenance) are done as needed.

The upcoming refurbishment will be a hard goods renovation. Rooms will be stripped down and everything from new sinks, new air conditioning units, new everything will be added except the maybe the TVs since they are fairly new.

The work will start with the renovation and expansion of the Club Level lounge. While the work is being done, club level offerings will be available in the Presidential Suite. After the lounge is completed, work will move onto the actual rooms on the 5th floor. Then, the work will continue on other rooms, floor by floor, until they have all been renovated.

We do not have a timetable about how long it will take to complete each section of the resort.

The work will be completed with the least amount of disruption possible to guests. Sections of rooms will be taken out of service while the renovations are taking place. All noise work is done between 9AM and 5PM (when people are at the pool or at the parks). Chances are guest won't really see the areas where work is happening.

The furniture in the Beach Club lobby just received new upholstery (Summer 2014?) and I think new carpets were added, so at this time, we do not believe a refurbishment of the lobby is part of this renovation.


Yacht Club Renovation News:

After the BC renovation is complete, work on the Yacht Club will begin. Our best guess is that work will start sometime in early fall (2015)

BCV Renovation News

We have been told that when the Beach Club renovation is about 75% complete, work will start on the Beach Club Villas.

According to a post on the DVC subforum, the work on the Beach Club Villas is scheduled to begin in March 2015 and be completed in December 2015. I have not seen or heard any else, but appreciate it when readers bring info like this to my attention (thank, Mewissy!)

In mid-March, guests with stays in late July, October and mid-November reported receiving letters about upcoming refurbishment work at BCV during their stays.


There is some discussion about the upcoming BCV rehab in the DVC forum. This thread has a rendering of the new BCV décor, along with additional discussion

BCV Refurb Renderings discussion thread

Stormalong Bay

We have not heard anything about a major pool rehab being part of this renovation.

Normal pool maintenance at Stormalong Bay happens in the winter, with 1/3 of the pool worked on at a time, with the remaining 2/3 remaining open. This is done almost every year, but I don't remember anyone discussing maintenance on the pool last winter.

Maintenance work on the Jib Slide/outlet pool was completed in January and work on the Lazy River was completed in early March.

Guests at the resort in early March are reporting that the slide and the lazy river areas are now both open.

See POST 2 on this page for more info about Stormalong Bay and the winter maintenance work.


What is the scope of the work at the resort?

There is a recent blog post circulating about the upcoming renovation at the Beach Club. It references a 20 month project. Based on previous renovations, I think that this 20 month estimate is more likely to be the timeframe for the entire renovation at BOTH BC and YC- perhaps 10 months to a year for each resort.

The article also references the renovation work at the Poly but the work at the Beach and Yacht Club is nowhere near the scope of the construction/destruction of the Poly villas or the lobby renovation that is happening there.

Here is a great post comparing the renovations planned at Y&BC to the work at the Poly:

I often read WDWMAGIC and think they generally have reliable information. That said, I think they are off base a bit here.
This renovation is NOTHING like what is going on at the Poly.

The Lobby is not being torn apart and reconfigured with a waterfall being removed.
The pool is not loosing a rock formation volcano and being reconfigured,
DVC bungalows are not being built on the shores of the lake.
3 buildings, or even 3 floors of rooms, are not being converted to DVC studios.
It is a TOTALLY DIFFERENT circumstance.


Disney refurbs resorts on an on going basis. Again, the current Poly work is an aberration. There is little disruption during the usual ongoing work.
I think you are fine.

We have not heard anything about a major pool rehab being part of this renovation, however some sections of the Stormalong Bay will be closed for normal winter maintenance in January and February- see the second post in this thread (SAB) for more details.

Previous News:

Detailed Pictures of Renovated Beach Club Rooms

The Beach Club level floor (5th floor) reopened to guest the first week in December! Very detailed pictures may be found starting on Page 129 (page 97? page 105 after the DIS was updated) of this thread or by clicking on the links below (thanks, thisismyusername, vettegirl, HockeyMomR and shoreward)

thisismyusername:

5th floor, New Hallway Decor
Refurbished Room
Curtains and Décor Closeups


HockeyMomR

Renovated Room

shoreward

Room 4545 Post 1
Room 4545 Post 2
More Room and Lounge Photos


The guests we have heard from so far have been impressed with the sophisticated look of the new rooms and attentive service from CL CMs.

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I believe that work has started on the rooms on the 4th floor. I am not sure if they are just taking certain areas out of service during the work or closing the entire floor, but I think it is just sections they are working on now.

As of October 12, the Beach Club 5th floor, club level is closed for hallway and room refurbishment. The expected timeframe for the closure is until the end of November, but of course construction delays could impact that. A temporary, small lounge has been set up in one of the suites (2nd floor?) for use of guests staying in Deluxe Rooms or Suites throughout the resort.

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The renovated BC Concierge Lounge debuted September 30, however it is now closed again while the renovation/refurb work on guest rooms and hallways on the 5th floor is taking place. We are awaiting the first pictures from guests, but reports are that photos will not do it justice in capturing the improvements and the space now available. (Edit to add- pictures of newly renovated and enlarged BC Club Level lounge may now be found in the Concierge Post 12 on Page 1 of this FAQ thread)

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According to reports in mid-September, the work on the lounge will probably be completed in the next week or two, so by the beginning of October. We then expect refurbishment work on the 5th floor rooms to begin

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We have just learned that the renovation to the Beach Club lounge will be starting on Monday August 4. While the work is being done, the Presidential Suite will serve as the location of the lounge for anyone staying Club Level.

Here is a link to pictures of the temporary BC CL lounge in the Presidential Suite.
Temporary BC CL lounge, Aug-Sept 2014


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We hope you like it here on the Beach & Yacht Club FAQ Forum! There are a lot of interesting questions and some great information shared by veterans and newcomers alike.

We are a very friendly, chatty bunch! You'll laugh! :rotfl: You may cry. :sad1: You will definitely learn things about this wonderful resort.
But as you follow along, you will mostly wish you could be at the Yacht or Beach Club RIGHT NOW!!!



Please Read the FAQ Section, Post 13 and Other Useful Information, Post 14

We realize it can be hard to find info within the body of this thread, however we put a lot of effort into keeping the info on the first page updated. The FAQ post (Number 13 on this page) and Other Useful Info post (Number 14) are excellent places to start.

Don't forget that the search tool can be your friend. But if you have a question, please don't be afraid to ask. We will move mountains to try and get the information you are seeking. If we miss addressing your question, please bump it up again. Sometimes we don't know the answer. Sometimes we are not sure of the reply and we are waiting for someone else to chime in, so a gentle, friendly reminder is appreciated!


Table of Contents for Front Page 1 and 2:

Post 1: Introduction to the Beach & Yacht Club - Just keep reading!
includes differences between the two resorts, maps, transportation options, links to closed threads and picture/video threads, trip reports
Post 2:
Stormalong Bay Pool Complex
Post 3: Flying Jib Slide/Guppy Bay kiddie pool and slide/Quiet Pools/Hot Tubs
Post 4: Resort Activities
Monthly Activities Schedule, Movie on the Beach, Campfire, Pool Activities
Post 5:
Resort Ameneties
Arcade, Health Club and Spa, Beauty Salon, Marina, Laundry, Kids Programs
Post 6:
Gift Shops and Solarium
BC Marketplace, YC Fittings & Fairings, Solarium
Post 7:
Dining at the Beach & Yacht Club
Post 8: Beach Club Resort (Rooms)
Post 9: Yacht Club Resort (Rooms)
Post 10: Beach Club Villa Overview
Post 11: Beach Club Villa Resort, Rooms
Post 12: Club Level Info
Post 13: FAQ
BC vs. YC, Room View Categories, Full vs. Juliet Balconies, Daybeds, Online vs. In-person checkin, Secret Exits, SAB ?, Rapid Refill Mug, Water/Grocery Delivery
Post 14:
Other Useful Information
Int Gateway, MK transport, refill mugs, food options, packages, fireworks, COFFEE, Will it fit?, rentals, bounceback, guest communications, How do I? and MORE!
Post 15:
Be Our Guest list
Post 16: Photos, Video, Trip Reports & Links to Previously Closed Threads
Post 17: Community Page
Post 18: Historical Noodle Family Album
Post 19: Lily's Pad


If you see any information that needs to updated or changed, please PM or email me!
If you get an inbox full message - email is a good way to get in touch with me.


Thanks!!!

Dee (Natebenma)

beachclubdee@yahoo.com



Introduction to Disney's Beach Club and Yacht Club

A sandy white beach along Crescent Lake creates a feeling reminiscent of the lazy days of summer along the eastern seaboard. Relaxed yet luxurious, Disneys Beach Club Resort shares an array of amenities with its sister resort Disney's Yacht Club Resort just a few feet away a sandbottom pool, health club, full service marina and a beachfront promenade with direct access to Epcot as well as the unique shops and restaurants at Disneys BoardWalk entertainment district. Classic surroundings capture the essence of New England luxury at the upscale Yacht Club Resort. Its comfy chairs, hardwood floors and shafts of sunlight streaming into a welcoming lobby invite you to linger.


The Beach Club







Thanks pixeldust and siouxi31 or the lobby photos!


The Yacht Club









Thanks kldmom2000, heatherbelle and MickeyT for the Yacht Club photos!


The Beach Club and Yacht Club are similar resorts in terms of service and amenities, and have equal access to the shared pool complex, health club and video arcade. Both resorts have the same management team in place.

Some minor differences have been noted by guests:

Beach Club
Lighter, beachy decor in lobby and rooms
Lobby can be active and lively with families waiting for meals at Cape May
Closer to EPCOT and Marketplace Gift Shop
Approximately 50% of rooms in all room categories have full balconies. The remaining are standing balconies.


Yacht Club
Darker woods and nautical decor in lobby and rooms
Lobby is more serene
Convention attendees are more likely to be booked at YC
Closer to Hollywood Studios and Friendship Boats
Most rooms have a full balcony



Want more details about the differences between the two resorts? Check out this awesome blog post (November 2011) from The World of Deej:

The World of Deej: BC vs. YC
Pixarmom's comparison of BC and YC




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TRANSPORTATION


Motorcoach transportation is available to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Downtown Disney, Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach.

Water launch is available to Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Boardwalk,and the Swan and Dolphin Resorts.

Each boat makes the full circuit.

EPCOT Int Gateway -> Boardwalk Inn -> Yacht & Beach Club (shared dock) -> Swan & Dolphin (shared dock) -> Disney Hollywood Studios

Disney Hollywood Studios-> Swan & Dolphin -> Yacht & Beach Club -> Boardwalk Inn -> EPCOT International Gateway

The Yacht & Beach Club boat dock was closed for refurbishment in March 2011 but is now open again.

Walking is also an option to DHS and Epcot!

The walk to Epcot takes about 5-10 minutes depending on your pace.

The walk to DHS will take you a little longer but it is a beautiful walk! The distance from the Beach Club to Hollywood Studios is a little over a mile.

Here's a suggested shortcut if you get to the Boardwalk from the Beach Club side: when you are at the Boardwalk Inn, just before the Wyland Galleries store, is a little opening that leads out to their Luna Park pool area, which you can use as a short cut for getting to the Hollywood Studios walkway and there will be a sign saying which way to go. This way you don't need to walk past the whole Boardwalk area.

Alternatively, you can access the path by walking all the way to the end of the Yacht Club and crossing the bridge there.

Here's a map created by Robo that explains the walking paths from DHS to Epcot, and places in between, illustrated in colorful detail:


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Thanks, Robo, for permitting me to post this extremely helpful picture!

Here is one more map, showing the EPCOT Resort area and walking/running distances around Crescent Lake:

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Taxi Cabs
are readily available to guests and can be hailed by one of the valet CMs outside of the Yacht or Beach Club lobby front entrances, however...

If you are traveling directly from the Y&BC to MK, the Disney bus will take you directly to the front entrance of the park, but if you drive, or take a taxi cab, you must park/get out at the TTC and either use the express monorail or ferry boat to get to the park

Here is one website link to help you determine the estimated cabfare from point to point during your trip: Taxi Fare Finder

As with any Disney resort, travel to and from DTD can be torturous. We have not found the buses TO DTD to be all that bad but we HATE the buses that return from DTD to BC. The trip takes forever since the buses often stop at a water park, or change drivers, or make dropoffs at all of the EPCOT resorts, or all of the above. And the DTD return buses are always crowded. Always.

To avoid frustration, my family usually takes a boat to one of the DTD resorts, then a bus to EPCOT, where we enjoy a few attractions before returning to our BC room. It really breaks up the travel. Note: Park Hoppers required. I describe this method in great detail at the end of the FAQ post.

Alternatively, a taxi back to the BC would probably be around $20 including tip, and worth every penny!

IMHO, taking a taxi TO Typhoon Lagoon is also a good call, since the buses make DTD stops before going to the waterpark.

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Disney's Magical Express, phone: (866) 599-0951

Disney offers a complimentary bus service for resort guests to and from the Orlando airport (MCO). This should be scheduled in advance.

Arrival: Check in and buses to the resorts are located on the ground floor of Terminal B at MCO.

Departure: The ME will pick you up approximately three hours before scheduled departure of your flight; however, we believe that the ME picks up at BC at five minutes and 35 minutes after the hour - i.e. 1:05 and 1:35. You are instructed to be waiting outside at least ten minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time, as the motor coach can be early and will not wait. You can call ME to find out what time your family is scheduled.

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For really cool aerial views of the resort, check out this BING map application:

Aerial Map of Beach Club Resort



picture provided by littlewhiterabbit

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Stormalong Bay Pool and Flying Jib Slide

Stormlong Bay is a beachside water park that offers up 3 acres of aquatic fun for the whole family. Catch currents in an expansive sand-bottomed pool or a lazy circular river, explore the "Shipwreck" and slide down one of the highest hotel waterslides at Walt Disney World Resort, or simply lie on the elevated tanning deck and soak up the sun's golden rays. With 750,000 gallons of water comprising an impressive complex of pools that range from swirling to placid every member of your family can find a place to make a splash at Stormalong Bay. Guppy Bay Kiddie pool lets even the youngest of guests in on the fun.





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Thanks for the Jib Slide photo, Marlton Mom!


See more pictures and read more about this amazing pool complex in the next post!


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Want to see more???

Post 16: Photos, Video, Trip Reports & Links to Previously Closed Threads

Need to feed your fix for pix? :3dglasses

Link to Yacht Club, Beach Club and Beach Club Villa Photos~ Post All Your Photos!!!

Video: Inside Look at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts, June 2013 Look for Teena at 1:14 in this video

Check out this YouTube video with a mini-tour of parts of the resort. Room depicted is in the Beach Club resort Video Tour

Got some time to kill? Here's a Bing Map of the resort and surrounding area- you can zoom in and out. Teena said she thought she saw her car in the parking lot!!!


Bing Map of YC/BC



THANK YOU to Joe Cool, a high school student who originally put together this FAQ thread and to Tete01830 for keeping it going.
 
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Stormalong Bay Pool
Stormalong Bay received the 2004 Disney Magazine Reader's Choice Award for Favorite Walt Disney World Resort Pool!!!

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Thanks for the picture missyrose and pixeldust


Legend has it that a gigantic sailor named Stormalong came along some time ago and took these parts by storm, running his great ship aground where Stormalong Bay now stands. His mighty vessel plowed into the shoreline in a fierce nor'easter, tearing into the sand and creating the pools and waterways of Stormalong Bay.

Stormlong Bay is a beachside water park that offers up 3 acres of aquatic fun for the whole family. Catch currents in an expansive sand-bottomed pool or a lazy circular river, explore the "Shipwreck" and slide down one of the highest hotel waterslides at Walt Disney World Resort, or simply lie on the elevated tanning deck and soak up the sun's golden rays. With 750,000 gallons of water comprising an impressive complex of pools that range from swirling to placid every member of your family can find a place to make a splash at Stormalong Bay. Guppy Bay Kiddie pool lets even the youngest of Guests in on the fun. There are also 3 Quiet Pools located at the resort.

Pictures and information about the Shipwreck Jib Slide, Guppy Bay Kiddie pool, the Quiet Pools and hot tubs appear in the next post.


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THANK YOU so much to skelooch for providing this incredible labeled birds-eye view of Stormalong Bay!!!
please note that the playground equipment labeled above has been removed recently.


Please note: ALL MEMBERS of your party must bring their room keys to Stormalong Bay for admittance!

Only guests of the Beach Club, Yacht Club or Beach Club Villas may use SAB. DVC members who are staying at other resorts are NOT permitted to use this pool.


Hours:

The hours at Stormalong Bay are determined by the BC/YC recreation managers and are often based on factors like crowd level, time of year, weather, etc. so it is difficult to predict the hours, particularly the closing time at night

Opening used to be at 10 am, but we have had reports from March 2014 that the opening time is 9 am (closing of 11 pm reported in March 2014) (closing of 11 pm reported in May 2014)

Guests in November 2014 report SAB operating hours of 9 am to 10 pm.

Posted hours of the Quiet Pools are 7 am to 11 pm


Other Information:

Outside floats are not permitted for adults in SAB. Pool noodles, either from home or purchased at the Beach Club Marketplace for around $4 each, may be used in SAB. Young children may use floats that surround their body if an adult is within arm's reach. These rules are subject to change and may be affected by crowd conditions.

Child and adult life jackets are permitted in the pool and are available at no charge poolside at SAB. If SAB runs out of adult life jackets or doesn't have them for some reason, the marina can provide life jackets for use at SAB at no charge.

Single and Double tubes for the lazy river and pool are now available in the water up for grabs without a rental fee.

For everyone's safetey and enjoyment, diaper-age children are required to wear swim diapers or rubber pants when using any pool at WDW. Swim diapers available for purchase at the Beach Club Marketplace.

As of March 2014, the locker room and showers in the health club are only available to Spa Guests. There are lockers available for use at the pool near Beaches & Cream, and outdoor showers available for guests to use.

Poolside Lockers and Outside Showers


Refurbishment News and History:


Some areas of Stormalong Bay may be closed during the winter months for scheduled maintenance, but there will always be a portion of the pool open for resort guests, weather permitting.

Unscheduled maintenance may occur in emergency situations when necessary.

2015


Breaking News (March 2015)
Maintenance work on the Jib Slide/outlet pool was completed in January and work on the Lazy River was completed in early March.

Guests at the resort in early March are reporting that the slide and the lazy river areas are now both open.



Previous News:

wdwinfo is reporting possible maintenance work in Jan/Feb with some parts of the pool closed during the work while other areas of the pool remain open.

Letter sent from resort received by January guest

We have not seen a copy of the letter sent to February guests yet.

According to the refurbishment list on the Disney Travel Agent site:

Jan. 5 - Feb. 2, 2015
Stormalong Bay Pool - Waterslide
During this time, the waterslide and the waterway from the slide to the first bridge of Stormalong Bay will be unavailable. The remaining portions of the pool will remain available to Guests.


January 25: The Jib Slide reopened at the end of January. According to reports, maintenance work at Stormalong Bay is proceeding according to schedule.


Feb. 2 - Mar. 3, 2015
Stormalong Bay Pool - Lazy River
During this time, bridges three and four will be under refurbishment and the lazy river/snorkel area will be closed. The remaining portions of the pool will remain available to Guests.


Confirmation was made by a guest at the resort on Feb 10 that the lazy river is indeed currently closed.

As of the first week in March, the lazy river is open


A few guests staying in March and early April received emails saying that areas of the pool may be closed during their upcoming stays. We were told these were sent out just in case the work takes longer than planned or if unexpected repairs are found. But everything we have heard so far is that the maintenance work is on schedule to be completed in early March.


2014
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2013
Jan 16-25, 2013: Stormalong Bay feature pool slide will be closed for refurbishment. Stormalong Bay Pool will be open during this time. Guests can use the slide at Luna Park Pool at the Boardwalk Resort.
Feb 1-12, 2013: Stormalong Bay kiddie pool slide will be closed for refurbishment.

2012
Not sure if anything was done in Jan/Feb 2012. Anyone remember?

The pool slide and a portion of Stormalong Bay Bool will be closed 4/9/2012- 4/23/2012. Guests may use the pool and slide at the Boardwalk Inn in addition to the part of Stormalong Bay that is not closed.

This was an unscheduled but necessary safety repair.

September 2012- The Jib Slide was closed for a few days for an emergency repair.

2011
While Stormalong Bay has provided guests with endless enjoyment for many years, it is time to refresh the pool's water slide as well as the kiddie slide. Beginning January 3, 2011, the pool slides will be closed to Guests for refurbishment. The slides are scheduled to reopen in early February. The pool area will continue to be open throughout this renovation and Guests staying at the Yacht and Beach Club and Beach Club Villas will be able to use the Luna slide at Boardwalk Inn while the Jib Slide and Kiddie Slide areas are not available. Shuttles will be available to bring guests to the Boardwalk Inn pool.

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Stormalong Bay



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Photos by pixeldust, natebenma, heatherbelle and Marlton Mom


Build a castle or dig in the sand in the shallow beach area. This pool section is zero-entry depth and perfect for little beachlovers. The kiddie pool is on the Yacht Club side.


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Photos above courtesy of pixeldust and pixarmom



Enjoy a swim in the unique sand-bottom pool section. Experience the sinking sands area, which is kind of like quick-sand. Your foot sinks into the sand when you put it down. An unusual, but fun sensation!


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Float along under bridges and by a beautiful windmill in the lazy river.


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Photos above courtesy of pixeldust and lov2b@Disney


Take a spin or two around the whirlpool!


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Pictures by pixeldust and natebenma



SAB at night


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Thanks, scotmel, for the amazing picture above!



SAB and Lazy River by natebenma, August 2014

More pictures by natebenma, July 2013
Stormalong Bay
Lazy River/Hot Tub
Let's Ride the Slide!

Many more excellent pictures may be found on the following thread, posted by pixarmom with photos from her August 2011 and January 2013 visit to Stormalong Bay:

SAB Photos, Pixarmom August 2011 and January 2013

More SAB pictures, by Pixeldust October 2012


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Flying Jib Slide/Guppy Bay Kiddie Pool and Slide/Quiet Pools

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by pixeldust


Stormlong Bay is a beachside water park that offers up 3 acres of aquatic fun for the whole family. Catch currents in an expansive sand-bottomed pool or a lazy circular river, explore the "Shipwreck" and slide down one of the highest hotel waterslides at Walt Disney World Resort, or simply lie on the elevated tanning deck and soak up the sun's golden rays. With 750,000 gallons of water comprising an impressive complex of pools that range from swirling to placid every member of your family can find a place to make a splash at Stormalong Bay. Guppy Bay Kiddie pool lets even the youngest of Guests in on the fun. There are also 3 Quiet Pools at the resort, open 24 hours/7 days*.

* Posted Hours for the Quiet Pools are 7 am to 11 pm


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THANK YOU so much to skelooch for providing this incredible labeled birds-eye view of Stormalong Bay!!!

please note that the playground equipment labeled above has been removed recently.


Shipwreck Jib Slide



FAQ: Are children permitted to wear a floatation devices on the Jib Slide?
A: Yes, subject to the life guard's discretion.


Please note that adults are not allowed to wait at the exit of the larger pool slide.


The Jib Slide had emergency repair work for a few days, Sept 2012


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How do I get from the Jib Slide exit to the entrance of the slide? by pixarmom


To enter the line for the Jib slide, you have to actually go out of the pool area entirely. Once on the slide, you go under not 1, but 2 waterfalls that will definitely dump water on your head. The slide ultimately feeds into 4 feet of water and you come down with such force that you will go under water (unless wearing a vest). The exiting part of the slide is in a roped off area of the pool and a lifeguard will be sitting there. That guard will likely keep others out of the roped off area, so parents are not allowed to "catch" their children coming off. Depending on how adventurous your kids are, you might want to go with them the first time.
The kiddie area of SAB with the little beach area to play on is on the complete other side of where the slide ends. You'll need to determine your comfort level with older kids going on the slide (then exiting the pool area to go on again and again) if you're with a younger child in the kiddie area. That's the one thing I didn't like about SAB. It's so big, it can become difficult to supervise all of your different age kids simultaneously with the many different sections. Maybe this is an issue for others, maybe not, but I thought it deserved mentioning.

With regards to the Jib slide and younger kids...if you stand around where the slide comes out you can walk with them to the pathway where they cross over and watch them go up then walk back to the pool. You'll make it back well before they get down, since there are always at least a few people in line and it's a long way down. Also if you go before your child, you could wait towards the rope for them, the lifeguard may or may not usher you away quickly.


Here's a couple of pictures of the entrance to the Jib slide and Guppy Pool area:

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The stairs leading up to the slide and the crow's nest:

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* Please note that adults are not allowed to wait at the exit of the larger pool slide.


FAQ: Are children permitted to wear floatation devices on the Jib Slide?
A: Yes, subject to the life guard's discretion.


Let's Ride the Slide! July 2013

Let It Slide! Jib Slide, Kiddie Pool, BC Beach August 2014


Guppy Bay Kiddie Pool and Slide


There's even a place for little pirates to slide and splash!

Water depth is approximately 2 1/2 to 3 feet throughout this section.


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Thanks hockeymomR and pixarmom for the kiddie slide photos!


Quiet Pools and Hot Tubs


Quiet Pools are available at the Beach Club and Yacht Club 24 hours/7 days per week* (Posted Hours are 7 am to 11 pm) and at the Beach Club Villas

No lifeguards on duty.

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Yacht Club Quiet Pool (Admiral Pool):

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Photo of Yacht Club quiet pool courtesy of eandesmom


Beach Club Quiet Pool:

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Photos of Beach Club quiet pool courtesy of pixarmom and sinderelly


Beach Club Villas Pool (Dunes Cove):

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Thanks for the photos pixeldust/missyrose, vicki_c and MickeyT


Hot tubs are also found at SAB and at the quiet pools.

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Thanks eandesmom and pixeldust for the hot tub photos!

Lazy River/Hot Tub Photos


Directions to YC Quiet Pool from inside resort- The room closest to the YC quiet pool entrance is Room 1071. The door to the pool is almost opposite room 1071:

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Lockers near Beaches & Cream and outdoor showers are available in the Stormalong Bay area for guests to use on check-in or check-out day

Poolside Lockers and Outside Showers

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Resort Activities

There are many activities like volleyball, BINGO, poolside Karaoke, and t-shirt decorating held daily at SAB for guests staying at YC, BC or BCV.

Activities change daily and guest will receive an activities calendar upon check in.


A Campfire and Marshmallow Roast is held nightly on the beach in front of SAB. According to recent reports, marshmallows (a bag of 4) and sticks are provided but if you want to make 'smores you need to bring your own chocolate and graham crackers. I believe these items are available for purchase at the BC Marketplace.


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Following the campfire nightly is "Movies Under the Stars".
Please note that Monday, Wed, Friday and Sat, the movies will be shown on the beach. On Sunday, Tues and Thurs, the will be shown in the Solarium.



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Thanks for the photos kldmom2000 and JanetMom


Campfire time for May is 7:30 PM.

Movie follows at 9 PM.
Movies by the Beach May 2015 Schedule, popcorn::


Sun- The Game Plan (Rated PG)
Mon- The Aristocats (G)
Tues- Cinderella (G)
Wed- The Incredibles (PG)
Thurs- The Jungle Book (G)
Fri- Big Hero 6 (PG)
Sat- Tangled (PG)


Movie will be moved inside to the Solarium in the event of inclement weather. :umbrella:

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Easter Activities




Activities Schedule March 2015




Activities Schedule February 2015






Activities Schedule January 2015





To see Activities Schedules from previous months and years, Click Here! Link to Historical Activities Schedules


Here's a description and pictures of the Tye-Dye Mickey Shirt activity:


The Mickey T-shirt activity is making a tie-dye Mickey t-shirt (with the Hidden Mickey outline in the center). The recreation CMs have already rubber banded the t-shirt for that particular design. You get to pick your colors and apply them to the shirt. DD8 did it last September and it was $17.95. I helped her with it, it was a lot of fun, and her shirt turned out to be very cute. I saw mostly kids doing it, some with parents, but I think that anyone could do it. They wrap your shirt in plastic wrap then put it in a ziploc bag for you. When you get home, you just have to rinse it out and wash it. The longer the color stays on the shirt, the more intense it is. We charged it to the room on our KTTW card and it showed up as babysitting charges.

If you are a DVC member, ask about a discount on this activity.


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Thanks for the photos ALMinVA and cindydare!



Ceramics-Sandcastle Club
Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 pm
(from March 2015 Activities Program)


Bring the whole family to create your very own masterpiece! Ceramics must be picked up after 4:30 pm the following day. There is a materials fee charged for this activity.



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Resort Amenities


Lafferty Place Arcade
Try some of the latest games that are sure to test your skills!


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Photos courtesy of Sinderelly

Arcade Pictures, July 2013, natebenma

To see more photos of the Lafferty Place Arcade (taken by aprilisis), click here! Arcade Pictures


Ship Shape Health Club

From the Directory of Services (Jan 2015):

Adjacent to Storm Along Bay Pool
Full service facilities with strength training equipment, cardio equipment massages and facials. Fitness Center open 24 hours with Magic Band or card access.
To book a massage or facial please press Massage/Health Club on your in room phone



Guests of the YC, BC and BCV will discover a new sense of well-being in the Ship Shape Health Club. State-of-the-art fitness equipment by Life Fitness and Hammer Strength includes treadmills, ellipticals, stair climbers, regular and recumbent bicycles, weight machines and free weights.


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Thanks so much for the pictures, spacy9!!!


To see more photos of the Ship Shape Health Club (taken by spacy9), click here! Ship Shape Health Club



A personal trainer is also available by appointment, for an additional cost.

Attendants are available from 6:30 AM to 7 PM. Hours may vary seasonally. 24 hour access is available. For club access beyond attendant hours, meet with an attendant during posted hours to sign a waiver and obtain a 24-hour access key.

Resort Guests must be 14 years of age or older to use the health-club facilities. Guests 14 to 17 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or a guardian.


The Ship Shape Health Club was renovated in the Fall of 2012. According to CMs at the spa, the steam room and dry sauna were replaced with additional massage rooms during this renovation.


Spa and Beauty Salon

Periwig's Beauty and Barber Shop, a unisex salon, is located between Disney's Yacht Club Resort and Disney's Beach Club Resort. Hours are Monday to Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Call (407) 934-3260 for information.




Price List, July 2013

Niki Bryan Spa info and price list
Reservations: 407-934-3256



Here is a link to a coupon (expires December 2012): $50 off services at Disney Spas
The coupon lists the Spa at SSR, but it is possible that the coupon can be used at other spas at WDW. Never hurts to ask!


If anyone has reviews of the spa or beauty salon, I would love to post them here:


I've done the mani/pedi at Periwigs.. DD has had a massage at the Ship Shape Club. DD said it's the best massage she's had and she's had a lot!! I forget the name of the girl, but my daughter said she was so good that she actually went back a few days later for another! The mani/pedi was not what I'm used to... I always have that done before I go to Disney. I have however had reflexology at SSR and that was pretty good.

Review of pedicure from Ship Shape Spa at Y&BC



Marina

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Thanks for the marina photos, heatherbelle and pixarmom!


Marina Prices, October 2014:




"All those Ears" put out
a coupon for 15% off Sammy Duval water sports!
Here's the link: http://allears.net/btp/SammyDuvallAECoupon.htm
The coupon expires 12/31/13- you may want to check for coupons before booking



Boat rentals are available at the marina on the YC side. Boats include Sea Racers, Montauks, and Pontoon Boats. The hours are 10am-5pm.


Guided Fishing Excursions are available daily at 7am, 10am, and 1:30pm. For reservations, please call 407-WDW-BASS.

Fishing Trip Review
Fishing Trip Review



Illuminations cruises are also available for hire. Reservations are strongly suggested and can be booked by calling 407-WDW-PLAY.

Illuminations Cruise Reviews

by eandesmom:
Boat Drinks
Boat Drinks, continued


by DisneyKid4Life:
Having a Wild (Christmas) Time, By Land and by... Lagoon?


Illuminations Cruise, Jan 2015, MickeyT



Here is a boat rental review from WDW4us2006 (August 2012)

Boston Whaler Montauk Rental, August 2012


Albatross Treasure Cruise
Little buccaneers sail the high seas to exotic "Ports of Call" along Crescent Lake and EPCOT in search of treasure. Pirates must be ages 4 to 12.


Albatross Treasure Cruise Reviews:

Pirates Cruise Review- At World's End


Nole95, May 2013:
In regards to the Pirate cruise, I highly recommend it. The kids did it on Wednesday morning and had a blast. Even though it poured on them at the beginning of the trip, they did not complain about getting soaked. Since there was no lightning, the trip continued on. The cast members were great and made sure all the kids had fun. Great way for mom and dad to have a couple hours of quiet time in the middle of the trip.


Mmrules:
Last summer I sent my sons ages 4 and 6 on this cruise and it was one of the highlights of the trip!!! The woman "pirates" were awesome! They played the parts well and made boarding the boat very easy for my boys (the 4 year old doesn't socialize easily). They heard the legend of the treasure, docked at Canada in Epcot (while it was empty) and found treasure there. THen they chased the bad pirate on their boats. They also got some "loot" when the cruise was over. It was great and I am going to sign them up again next summer when we go!!! He would love it!!!


Disneymomx7:
My kids and my grandkids have done the Albatross Cruise and LOVED it. My kids like it even better that the Pirate Cruise from the GF and my dgs said it was his favorite part of his Disney trip!!!!


Drmomof3:
My children did it in August, 2010. Jessica was 4 and Nathaniel was 6. There were plenty of "solo" children on the cruise and they both made friends. It was definitely a highlight of the trip for them and it gave me some quality time with my neglected 3rd child (he wasn't old enough).

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=38106511&postcount=193
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Tennis, Anyone?

One lighted, hard-surface tennis court, located at Disney's Yacht Club Resort near the YC Admiral (Quiet) Pool is available from 7 am to 10 pm. Rental equipment for Yacht & Beach Club resort guests is available at no charge at the Ship Shape Health Club. Touch 7-3256 from your in-room phone.

I grabbed these two pictures from the interwebs- Yourfirsttrip and Trip Advisor:





Pick A Pearl
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Hair Wrapping

$2 per inch plus price of beads
Hours: 10 am to 5 pm




Thanks for the two above pictures, BigAWL!


Laundry Information :laundy:


Self-service laundry rooms are located near the BC quiet pool (near room 1532) and near the YC quiet pool. Another small laundry room may be found on the first floor of the YC, near the side exit (wedding gazebo side).


Need new laundry info, Feb 2015- may be credit operated

The laundry room at the Beach Club by the quiet pool now has 3 brand new GE commercial washers and 1 triple loader plus 8 new dryers (October 2013).

Washers are front loaders. According to repairmen working on disabled washers, HE (High Efficiency) detergent should be used in the machines. Regular laundry detergent is available for purchase in the laundry room ($1) or at the Beach Club Marketplace ($2). Don't forget to pack a few dryer sheets.

Both washers and dryers cost $2.00. Washers run for about 30 minutes. The sign in the laundry room says the dryers run for 20. Users have reported the dryers run for up to 30 minutes on regular and permanent press cycles.

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Thanks for the photos, Sinderelly!


Laundry by YC Quiet Pool




Thanks for the pictures, PinkGirl!


BCV Laundry Room- 4th Floor, off main elevators

Washers and Dryers:


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Sitting Area/Folding Table, TV and Change Machine

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Thank you bellebookworm9 for the BCV laundry room photos!


Valet Laundry Service

The Yacht and Beach Club has a valet laundry service where you can send out items to be cleaned by the Housekeeping department. They will come to your room and pick up the items and then place them back in the room when they are finished. The fee is per item by the item.

Price list, August 2012:




Kids Programs

Sandcastle Club


Hours: 4:30 PM to 12 midnight
Reservations: (407) WDW-DINE
Designed especially for children ages 4-12 years old.
Supervised activities including free play arcade games, Sega/Nintendo, board games, Disney movies), "play" kitchen and living room area, dolls and stuffed animals, arts and crafts, and much more!! Charge is approximately $12 USD per hour per child, with a two-hour minimum. Sandcastle Club provides a complimentary dinner for children that is available at 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM in the Club. Reservations required.


Visit the Sandcastle Open House each day from 1 PM to 3 PM for a variety of video games, toys and arts and crafts. Fun for the whole family!

Kid's Nite Out, Inc.
Kid's Nite Out caregivers can provide one-on-one in-room childcare in the comfort of a Walt Disney World® Resort room. The professional staff of Kid's Nite Out gives the child individual attention by playing a variety of fun-filled activities with him/her including reading books, coloring, or playing "I Spy" games. They can also provide a fun, well-trained sitter to just hang out with the family if they need a father's/mother's helper. Kid's Nite Out also plans and works children's parties, camps, and children's theme conventions.
 
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Gift Shops and Solarium




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The Beach Club Marketplace has Disney-themed merchandise, swimwear and resort wear, books, groceries, sundries, suncare, candy and snacks.

Fresh pastries, yogurt parfaits, breakfast and lunch sandwiches and some prepackaged fresh food to go are available.

Here is a link to over 30 photos taken by Pixarmom in February 2011 and May 2011 showing some of the grocery items, sweets, treats, gifts and merchandise available in the Beach Club Marketplace. A price list of popular grocery items (August 2011) is also included on this thread- thanks for completing that mission, MickeyT(Mike)!

Beach Club Marketplace Photo and Information Thread

All NEW Beach Club Marketplace Photo and Information Thread updated October 2012, new pictures August 2014 (page 4)



At the Yacht Club, you will find Fittings and Fairings Clothes and Notions, featuring snacks, drinks, adult clothing, resortwear, Dooney and Bourke purses, watches and other treasures.

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Thanks YCFAN for the photo*. *Where's Sailor Mickey??? Just wanted to give everyone a heads up that Mickey in the skiff Ariel has recently been removed, for either refurbishment and/or to make space for additional merchandise.


YC Gift Shop: Fittings & Fairings Photo Thread
Includes pictures by Cinderumbrella in June 2011, Yacht Club Resort Merchandise by MickeyT in January 2012 and pictures by beebeeryan in August 2013.



Resort-Specific Merchandise:

Photos of Beach Club specific Resort Wear and Merchandise, taken in March 2012:
Beach Club Resort Merchandise

Photos of Yacht Club specific Resort Wear and Merchandise, taken by MickeyT in January 2012:
Yacht Club Resort Merchandise




Solarium


Just around the corner from the Marketplace is a great place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning, to sip a refreshing beverage after a busy day at a theme park or to visit with friends, old or new. The Solarium has hosted a lively World Cup soccer viewing as well as the first annual Yacht & Beach Club DIS meet.

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Dining at the Beach Club and Yacht Club

Note: I would love to include resources for guests who have special dietary restrictions: food allegies, gluten free, lactose intolerance. At the end of this post, I have included a link to Disney Food Blog- there is a section at the end of the article where the author talks about (and shows) the ingredients cards on display at the Marketplace for the baked goods and other items.

Dining at the Beach Club

The Beach Club is home to 2 counter service locations-Beach Club Marketplace and Hurricane Hanna's.
Food is also available at Martha's Vineyard Lounge.


The Marketplace serves made to order items, grab and go selections and also has sundries.

The Marketplace is open from 6 am to 7 am for coffee and drink refills only
Breakfast is served from 7 am to 11 am
Lunch/Dinner Entrees are served from 11 am to 11 pm

Check out the links to these threads with pictures of the Marketplace menus and many of the food selections:
Beach Club Marketplace Thread and All NEW BC Marketplace Photo and Information Thread updated October 2012, pictures added August 2014 (page 4)

Here is a menu listing from the allears website: Beach Club Marketplace Menu


Review of the Beach Club Marketplace from the The Disney Food Blog
Lots of information about ingredients in the baked good and links to resources within Disney for families with food allergies or special dietary needs.


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Thanks for the breakfast picture, iluvpluto27 and for the flatbread picture, sinderelly!



Hurricane Hanna's is a quick service location near SAB, featuring sandwiches and other quick bites.
The kids' meals are served in a pail with a shovel that can be used at the beach or at SAB!
Alcoholic beverages are also available.

Hurricane Hanna's reopened on January 22, 2013 after a 5 month refurbishment

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Poolside Food and Drink Menu

Food Menu at Bar Only (not available poolside or at HH counter)

Wine Offerings: MacMurray Pinot Noir, William Hill Chardonnay, Kenwood White Zinfandel, Placido Pinot Grigio, Dr. Loosen Riesling


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Hurricane Hanna's Menu
not sure if this has been updated to the new menu yet

This is a link to the series of pictures taken by pixarmom during a recent trip:

Hurricane Hanna's, January 2013 by pixarmom

Thank you west&east, pixarmom and ALMinVA for the photos.


The Beach Club is also home to 2 table service restaurants:

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-- A summer refurbishment has been announced for the Cape May Cafe at the Beach Club Resort. This buffet restaurant, which hosts a character breakfast and a nighttime clambake buffet, will be closed from July 9 - August 4, 2012 (please note, dates are subject to change).


Cape May Cafe is a character dining buffet for breakfast and hosts a New England Style Clam Bake at night

Cape May Cafe Menu

Cape May Menu Rotation, February 2014


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Cape May Clambake review by Natebenma




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Beaches and Cream is situated between the Yacht Club and Beach Club and is a classic ice cream parlor serving burgers and ice cream (and more)!
Please note: Until recently (sometime in 2014), this dining location was walk-up only. The restaurant now takes Advanced Dining Reservations and since this location has limited seating, the availability of walk-in dining here is very low.

Beaches and Cream Menu

Beaches and Cream Take Out Menu Board


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Thank you to MsCoz2000 and to an anonymous poster for the Beaches and Cream photos!

Review of Beaches & Cream by missyrose and pixeldust

Review of Beaches & Cream by emmysmommy, August 2013(includes menu)

Review of Beaches & Cream


Lounge:

Martha's Vineyard Lounge is open daily from 5:00 to 10 PM (last call 9:45) for appetizers and drinks.

Martha's Vineyard Lounge Drink Menu
Photo of Martha's Vineyard Lounge Food Menu, April 2013


Dining at the Yacht Club


The Yacht Club has 2 full service restaurants:


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The Captain's Grille (formerly the Yacht Club Galley) serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Please note: Disney Visa holders can save 10% on the purchase of breakfast or lunch by using their card at the Captain's Grille

Captain's Grille Menu

Captain's Grille Buffet, January 2014
Seasonal fruit, Yogurt, assorted pastries, Pancakes, Smoked Salmon and Bagels, Bread Pudding, Oatmeal, Cold Cereals, Bacon, Sausage, Potatoes, Scrambled Eggs, and Chef's Frittata (includes coffee, tea, juice, or soft drinks) $18.99 per person

Early Starters
Seasonal Fruit Arrangement - honey-lemon fruit salsa, house-made granola bar and yogurt $8.99
Steel-cut Oatmeal Brulee - brandied bananas, dried cranberries and sweet cream $8.99
Smoked Salmon and Toasted Bagel - served with traditional accompaniments $8.99

A La Carte Selections
Tailored Eggs - two eggs, savory hash browns, with a choice of bacon or sausage and a biscuit $10.99
Lobster Omelet - butter-warmed lobster, asparagus, chive-infused cream and captain's potatoes $13.49
Tailored Omelet - your choice of Meats, Vegetables, and Cheese served with savory hash browns, and a Biscuit $11.49
Poached Eggs - lump crab salad, prosciutto, potato rosti, and herb hollandaise $13.99
Citrus-scented French Toast - Challah Bread with lavender-infused strawberry compote and white chocolate ganache with your choice of Bacon or Sausage $10.99
Dark Chocolate Waffles - dried cherry compote, espresso-mascarpone cream, chocolate shavings and a choice of bacon or sausage $10.99
Buttermilk Pancakes - served with Bacon or Sausage $9.49; Add Blueberries or Chocolate Chips $1.00 ea.
Lemon-Ricotta Hotcakes - blueberry compote, citrus pudding, and savory hash browns $10.99
Mickey Waffles - choice of bacon or sausage $8.99
Petite Strip Loin and Eggs - Charon Sauce and savory hash browns $15.49
Egg Whites or Egg Substitute available


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Here is a link to a few pictures from the daily breakfast buffet provided by TaraPA: Breakfast Buffet pictures


The Breakfast Club, Captain's Grille, August 2014

Captain's Grille Breakfast review by missyrose and pixeldust

Captain's Grille Breakfast Buffet, Review by emmysmommy

Captain's Grille Lunch review by natebenma, July 2013

Captain's Grille Lunch review by MEK and Captain's Grille Lunch review by eandesmom

Captain's Grille Dinner Review by natebenma, July 2013

Captain's Grille Dinner Review by Natebenma, July 2010

I wanted to mention, there is a girl who works in Captian's Grill named Meghan.. She was a former princess ( Giselle in the parade, aurora, Cinderella) she is the sweetest person and if you have kids, she is fantastic for interaction with them... She is fantastic and super sweet. She has an Instagram account where she posts old pictures of herself as a princess disneyfitgirl. I make a point to see her (she works weekends) so I thought I would pass that on.


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The Yachtsman Steakhouse is a Signature Restaurant serving a wide variety of beef cooked the way you like it and much more!

Yachtsman Steakhouse will be closed from Aug. 27-Sept. 14, 2012 for refurbishment (please note, dates are subject to change).

Yachtsman Steakhouse Menu

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Thanks, vinotinto, for the photos!


Yachtsman Steak House Dining Review, Part 1 by emmysmommy
Yachtsman Steak House Dining Review, Part 2 by emmysmommy

Yachtsman Steak House Dining Review, February 2013 by emmysmommy

More Pictures, by vinotinto


Lounges:

REAL COFFEE ALERT!!!

Ale and Compass is located just off the Yacht Club Lobby.

In the morning, breakfast items are available like a DECENT cup of coffee and tea, pastries, an assortment of cereal and fruit.

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Thanks, Niki in NJ for the photo!

Ale and Compass Menu

Ale and Compass Continental Breakfast Photos
Thanks, MickeyT and Nicki in NJ

Ale and Compass Continental Breakfast by natebenma, August 2014


Crew's Cup Lounge is next to the Yachtsman Steakhouse and offers cocktails,appetizers and meals from 12 noon to midnight.

Here is a menu listing on the allears website Crew's Club Lounge Menu

Review of Crew's Cup meal by emmysmommy, August 2013


Please click on the links to see the dining menus to each restaurant.



Room Service:


Here is a link to photos of the room service menu taken by pixarmom in August 2011 Room Service Menu
or from allears website: In Room Dining Menu


Here are links with pictures of the In Room Dining Menu from July 2014. Thanks, DIS-OH!

http://www.disboards.com/threads/20...-2014-jan-2015.3326031/page-149#post-53031757

http://www.disboards.com/threads/20...-2014-jan-2015.3326031/page-149#post-53031762

Dining reservations may be made on-line at the Disney World website or by calling (407) WDW-DINE, (407) 939-3463.



Private Dining is also available at the Beach Club and the Yacht. To order cakes for delivery to your room, please contact the hotel at 407-934-8000 (Beach Club) or 407-934-7000 (Yacht Club) and ask for private dining.

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Epcot Resort Area Counter Service Options (BW/YC/BC)

Here is a link to pictures of the menus at various CS restaurants around the EPCOT resort area. Thanks, Pixarmom!


EPCOT resort Counter Service Menus

The info below is from a sticky on the DIS restaurant forum. Thanks, TDC Nala!!!


ON DDP:
Breakfast: Beach Club Marketplace, Boardwalk Bakery, continental breakfast at Ale & Compass lounge (YC) and Belle View Lounge (BW)

Other meals:
Beach Club Marketplace, Boardwalk Bakery, Hurricane Hannas (BC/YC pool, open during pool hours, wristband admission to Stormalong Bay pool area is NOT required)

Snacks: above plus Seashore Sweets (BW) and the stores at each resort

I do not know if you can use snack credits for any food items that may be available at the Leaping Horse Libations pool bar at BW, someone else may be able to post that.

NOT ON DDP:
Picabu cafeteria (Dolphin), Boardwalk kiosks (Boardwalk Joe's, Boardwalk To Go, Funnel Cakes, Boardwalk Pizza Window)

Here is a link to the menu for Picabu at the Dolphin resort:

Picabu Menu


If you have park admission, you can also visit CS restaurants inside Epcot or Hollywood Studios.
Most of these are on DDP except for a couple of kiosks at Epcot


Refillable Mugs

Refillable Mugs may be purchased and filled at the Beach Club Marketplace (self-serve station), Beaches and Cream (CM assisted service, get into the ice cream takeout line), Hurricane Hanna's (self-serve station) and the Ale and Compass Lounge in the Yacht Club resort (coffee/tea self-service, juices and soda behind the bar, until 12 Noon).


During the 2012 refurbishment of Hurricane Hanna's, there is an additional refill station set up in the arcade with the Grab and Go food options.



Pizza Options at the Yacht & Beach Club:

1) Flatbreads are available in the Beach Club Marketplace which is open from 11 am until 11 pm. See photo above for picture of the flatbread.


2) The Yacht Club and Beach Club In-room Dining Service will deliver pizza to your room.

In Room Dining Menu Link- from allears website: In Room Dining Menu

If you are on the dining plan, you may redeem 2 Adult Table Service Credits for 1 Pizza Entrée, 2 Single Serve Non-alcoholic Drinks and 2 Desserts. According to the dining plan brochure, gratuity is included.

IMHO, this is a relatively expensive way to satisfy your pizza craving!

3) The Boardwalk Pizza Take Out Window is a short walk or boat ride away Boardwalk Pizza Take Out Menu

4) Local pizza restaurants will deliver to the resort.

You will need to meet the delivery person in the lobby to pay for and pick up the food.

Here is a thread with pizza delivery information: Pizza Delivery at Disney World

I have personally never ordered from any of the places listed, but these were a few area pizza restaurants recommended by posters on the thread:

Giordanos: (407) 397 0044

Westgate Pizza Hut: (866) 438-2507

Papa Johns: (352) 243-1800

Flipper's Pizza: (407) 938-9633

Under NO circumstances should you order from any place that slips flyers under the door of your resort room (at Disney or elsewhere).
This is a common scam where you are asked to provide your credit card number and you may be charged much more than you authorize.



Dining at the Yacht and Beach Club for Guests with Special Dietary Restrictions

Review of the Beach Club Marketplace from the The Disney Food Blog

Lots of information about ingredients in the baked good and links to resources within Disney for families with food allergies or special dietary needs.

AllergyFreeMouse, tips and contact info for helpful resources

I also came across http://www.glutenfreedairyfreewdw.com/ , which has good resources for those dealing with dairy and gluten sensitivities, while at WDW.
There is some very useful info posted, such as http://www.glutenfreedairyfreewdw.com/dining-resources/menus/ , which displays restricted-diet menus available at some resorts and parks.


If you have any tips about dining safely at the resort for people with food allergies, gluten-free diets or lactose intolerance, please share them on the main thread and I will post the info here. Thanks!

From Wood Nymph, April 2014

"We had breakfast twice at the Captain's Grill and I was able to get gluten free Mickey waffles one morning and gluten free toast another morning. Both times I had ordered the breakfast buffet, which also had plenty of gluten free choices."

From nadira36, September 2014
"AK has a special diets kiosk just passed Flame Tree BBQ House - they have Gluten-free beer, baby-cakes and other gluten-free and dairy free offers. They can also let you know about allergy friendly offers around the park - the more people who use it there, the more likely the other parks get their own kiosk."

 
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Disney's Beach Club Resort


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Disney's Beach Club Resort
1800 Epcot Resort Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
407-934-8000


Check In/Check Out
3:00 PM (EST) / 11:00 AM (EST)

Payment Method(s)
Disney Gift Card, Visa, American Express, MasterCard, Discover, JCB.

Please visit the Beach Club page on the wdwinfo.com

Guest Rooms (Post 2015 Renovation)


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Guest Rooms (Pre 2015 Renovation)


Additional detailed room pictures may be found on using these links:

Renovated Room, January 2015

Room 4581, August 2014

Room 5709, July 2013


576 guest rooms that are all non smoking
Accessible rooms are available

Disney offers many amenities to the guests at the Beach Club including:

Alarm Clock
Balcony/Patio
Ceiling Fan
Coffee Maker & Setup (Cuisinart coffee pod machine, regular and decaf pods provided)
Tea Setup
Dial-Up Internet* (daily charge)
DVD Player (suites)
Hair Dryer
In-Room Wall Safe
Iron and Board
Mini-Refrigerator
Table & Chairs
Telephone*
Television
- ABC, Disney Channel, ESPN & more
USA Today Delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Voice Mail
Bathroom Amenities (shampoo, conditioner, hand/body lotion, bath & facial soap)


Balconies at the Beach Club:

Around 50% of the rooms at the Beach Club have full balconies with a table and two chairs. The remaining 50% of rooms have a standing "Juliet" balcony which can fit one person. Almost all rooms at the Yacht Club have the full sized balconies. The picture below will give you an idea about the two different balcony types and the first floor patios.

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Thank you for the very helpful photo, pittpantherfan!


For information about adding a request for a full balcony at the Beach Club on your reservation, see the FAQ post on this thread



Layout of standard rooms


Room Categories

Standard View= can sleep 5+
Garden/Courtyard View= can sleep 5+
Water or Pool View= can sleep 5+

Standard View Club Level= can sleep 5+
Garden/Courtyard View Club Level=
Lagoon View Club Level= can sleep 4+
Deluxe Room Club Level=can sleep 5+ (not on 5th floor)


1 Bedroom Suites (Club Level, not on 5th floor)= can sleep 3+
2 Bedroom Suites (Club Level, not on 5th floor)= can sleep 7+
Nantucket Vice Presidential Suite=can sleep 2+
Newport Presidential Suite=can sleep 7+

+ = one child under 3 in a crib


Detailed balcony information on Deluxe Concierge Rooms from guests who have stayed there and reported back:

There are six deluxe Concierge rooms at BC.

1557 has a patio and lots of windows.
2557 and 4557 have extra large balconies.
3557 has the standing room only balcony.

3691 has both a standing room balcony and a full balcony
4681 has a standing room only balcony.

So 3 of the 6 have full balconies, 1 has a patio, and 2 have standing room only balconies.

Here are a couple of threads about Deluxe Rooms:

Beach Club Deluxe, Suites, VP and Presidential Rooms

Deluxe room thread




Rooms in all view categories; standard, garden and waterview- may have a variety of bedding layouts. This includes the regular (not deluxe) Concierge Level Rooms:

Very few rooms have a king bed or single queen bed. These may be requested on your reservation, but are not guaranteed.

The rest of the rooms have two queen beds.

Here is a post from RobinHoodGirl with pictures from her room at the Beach Club with a king bed

King Bed room


Daybeds

Some rooms have daybeds, which may be requested when you make your reservation, but are not guaranteed. Families of 5 (over the age of 3) are given priority access to the rooms with a daybed.

You may also request a rollaway cot to your room when you arrive. This is provided free of charge and is subject to availability.

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Pittpantherfan, heatherbelle, sgtgoofy119, cburek and jcondrad have provided these pictures of daybeds and crib.


Room Numbers: I hesitantly post this map. Please use with caution. It is outdated, pre resort rehab and prior to the addition of the Beach Club Concierge Lounge (the lounge is now on the 5th floor where you see the word "ICE"). The view categories are also different. When this map was created, there were only standard view rooms and water view rooms (no garden view), so many of these rooms now have a different view category than what is indicated on this map.

Beach Club Disney Zone Map

I started up three View Threads in the Resort Photo Subforum for BC, YC and BCV:

Beach Club Room Views


The purpose of these threads is to give some samples of rooms in various view categories (standard, garden, lagoon/pool) at the Yacht and Beach Clubs.

Here is another resource where you can get information about Beach Club Rooms

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Please note that we generally do not recommend that you request a particular room number for your stay at the resort, but instead let the room assigner know what is most important to you.




Beach Club during the holidays:





Thanks to MickeyT for the entrance photo and MsCoz2000 for the holiday decor photos!

Tour of 2013 Holiday Decorations at the Beach Club by MouseSteps


Step-Saving Super Secret Entrance to the Beach Club


There is a side entrance/exit to the Beach Club which takes you mere steps, probably 3 minutes, from the International Gateway Entrance. It is near room 1501.

This was really handy for us a couple of times this summer when it was wicked hot and when it had just started pouring.

You have to go through a lot of hallways to find it, so the best way to do this is to follow the signs to room 1501 from the lobby.

Here are photos of the exit door near room 1501, the pathway and the gate to the "secret entrance"



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Disney's Yacht Club Resort

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Disney's Yacht Club
1700 Epcot Resort Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-934-7000


Check In/Check Out
3:00 PM (EST) / 11:00 AM (EST)

Payment Method(s)
Disney Gift Card, Visa, American Express, MasterCard, Discover, JCB.


Please visit the Yacht Club page on wdwinfo.com


Guest Rooms

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Thanks to eandesmom and heatherbelle for YC room photos.

This is a standard room with daybed. Please note, not all rooms have a daybed. A daybed may be requested on your reservation, but is not guaranteed. Rollaway cots also available upon request, free of charge.

621 guest rooms that are all non smoking

Accessible rooms are available and Disney offers many amenities to the guests at the Yacht Club!

These Amenities include:

Alarm Clock
Balcony/Patio
Ceiling Fan
Coffee Maker & Setup (Cuisinart Coffee Pod machines, regular and decaf pods provided)
Tea Setup
Dial-Up Internet* (daily charge)
DVD Player (suites)
Hair Dryer
In-Room Wall Safe
Iron and Board
Mini-Refrigerator
Table & Chairs
Telephone*
Television
- ABC, Disney Channel, ESPN & more
USA Today Delivery (Mon-Fri)
Vanity Area
Voice Mail
Bathroom Amenities (shampoo, conditioner, hand/body lotion, bath & facial soap)

Layout of the standard rooms

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Room Categories

Standard View= can sleep 5+
Garden/Courtyard View= can sleep 5+
Water or Pool View= can sleep 5+

Standard View Club Level= can sleep 5+
Garden/Courtyard View Club Level=
Lagoon View Club Level= can sleep 4+

There are two Deluxe Concierge Rooms at the Yacht Club, located on the Third Floor (3201) and Fourth Floor (4201)
(Bedding: 2 queens)= can sleep 4+
Both Deluxe Rooms have a view of Stormalong Bay
Although they are not located on the 5th floor, guests in these rooms do have access to the YC Concierge Lounge.


Turret 2 BR Suite Club Level= can sleep 8+
2 Bedroom Suites Club Level= can sleep 4+
Commodore Vice Presidential Suite Club Level= can sleep 6+
Presidential 2 BR Suite Club Level=can sleep 6+
Admiral 2 BR Suite Club Level= can sleep 6+
Captain's Deck 2 BR Suite Club Level= can sleep 6+

+ = one child under 3 in a crib


This is a thread with some pictures and information about YC Deluxe Rooms- if you have stayed in one of these rooms, please add any pictures or info to this thread.

Yacht Club Deluxe, Suites, Vice Presidential and Presidential Rooms

Here is a very old thread discussing these rooms. Im not sure how much of the information is still accurate. YC Deluxe Rooms and Suites


Rooms in all view categories; standard, garden and waterview- may have a variety of bedding layouts. This includes the regular (not deluxe) Concierge Level Rooms:

Very few rooms have a king bed or single queen bed. These may be requested on your reservation, but are not guaranteed.

The rest of the rooms have two queen beds.

Some rooms have daybeds, which may be requested when you make your reservation, but are not guaranteed.

You may also request a rollaway cot to your room when you arrive. This is provided free of charge and is subject to availability.


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heatherbelle, cburek and jcondrad have provided these pictures of daybeds and crib.


Room Numbers: I hesitantly post this link. Please use the map with caution as it is outdated, pre resort rehab. The view categories are also different. When this map was created, there were only standard view rooms and water view rooms (no garden view), so many of these rooms now have a different view category than what is indicated on this map.


Disney Zone Archived Room Layout Map for Yacht Club


I started up three View Threads in the Resort Photo Subforum for YC, BC and BCV:


Yacht Club Room Views


The purpose of these threads is to give some samples of rooms in various view categories (standard, garden, lagoon/pool) at the Yacht and Beach Clubs.

Here is another resource where you can find additional details about Yacht Club rooms

http://touringplans.com/hotel_maps/disneys-yacht-club-resort

Please note that we generally do not recommend that you request a particular room number for your stay at the resort, but instead let the room assigner know what is most important to you



Yacht Club during the holidays:

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Thanks to MickeyT, MsCoz2000 and an anonymous poster for these holiday photos

Yacht Club Holiday Train Display 2013 by MouseSteps


Yacht Club Secret Entrance/Exit

Facing the Yacht Club, the marina will be on your left and the wedding gazebo to your right.

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This is the room closest to the entrance to help you find the exit from inside.

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According to the small sign you can see in the picture, this door has keyed entry during the hours of 11 PM to 7 AM. The doors locks have been fitted with an RFID chip so that you can gain entry using your Magic Band.



A little more detail about the YC Secret Entrance

Thanks, pixarmom, for the photos and info!

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Disney's Beach Club Villas Deluxe Resorts, Overview



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Drawing Room:


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Thank you Jade1, MickeyT, 333disneymom and bellebookworm9 for the above photos


If you can't find the information you are looking for on this thread, you may want to visit the DIS DVC forum: DIS DVC forum and in particular, this thread
STORMIN' THE BEACH-BCV Owners-and GROUPIES Welcome Home!!

Here is a link to a great website with information about the Beach Club Villas: Park Info 2 go (Beach Club Villas)
link posted with the permission of the owner of the Park Info 2 Go site

The following DIS thread from WebmasterDoc is around 10 years old, but has some really helpful info about the room configuration at BCV: Room Configurations


Services and Amenities:

Room Service
Concierge desk
Health club
Babysitting and child services
Pak-n-Play Crib available
Convenient self-parking
Valet parking available for a nominal fee
Rooms and facilities for Guests with disabilities
Laundry facilities/services
Meeting and banquet facilities
Business Center
Barber and beauty shop
Resort Benefits

As a Disney Vacation Club Member, you enjoy the comforts of home as well as the same benefits of staying at a Walt Disney World® Resort hotel:

Extra Magic Hours Each day, one of the Walt Disney World® Theme Parks opens an hour early or stays open up to three hours after regular Park hours. This benefit allows you to enjoy a more relaxed pace knowing that you'll have extra time to visit the Theme Parks.

Disney's Magical Express Service This exclusive complimentary shuttle and luggage delivery service takes you from Orlando International Airport directly to your Resort. At the end of your stay, you'll enjoy the same convenience from your Resort to Orlando International Airport.

Convenient Transportation Buses arrive right at your Resort to get you to and from Walt Disney World® Theme Parks, Water Parks and more.

A Retreat Close to the Magic When you stay at a Disney Vacation Club Resort, you're not only surrounded by magic 24 hours a day, you're also close enough to hop back to your Resort for a snack, nap or dip in the pool.

Incredible Disney Service Disney Cast Members are on hand to make your vacations as easy and worry-free as possible, providing you with the signature Disney service you expect.

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Housekeeping Info:

If you are not using Disney Vacation Club points and paying "cash" you will have daily housekeeping.

Housekeeping is different using Disney Vacation Club points than when you pay nightly for a hotel room.

Trash & Towel Service - For stays of seven or less nights, Trash & Towel Service is provided on day four. With Trash & Towel service, Housekeeping will: Empty trash and replace liners in trash bins, provide fresh bathroom linens, replace shampoo, facial soap and bath soap, replenish facial tissues, paper towels and toilet paper, replenish coffee, sugar, cream and sweeteners, replenish dishwashing liquid, dishwashing detergent, sponges and laundry detergent as needed in one-, two- and three-bedroom Vacation Homes.

Full Cleaning Service - For stays of eight or more nights, Full-Cleaning Service is provided on day four and Trash & Towel Service is provided on day eight. After that, the cycle begins again on day 12. With Full-Cleaning service, Housekeeping will provide everything included with the Trash & Towel Service, plus: Change the bed linens, vacuum and dust, clean the bathroom(s), clean the kitchen/kitchenette and wash the dishes.

You may also choose to pay for daily housekeeping or have additional towels etc. Check with the front desk for information and pricing. 2010 Pricing: Housekeeping Studio Full Cleaning $30; Trash and Towell $15; Laundry Soap $1; Soap and Shampoo Package $5; Extra Towel Package $6 per bathroom; Coffee Package $3.

2011/2012 pricing:

This is posted in the room.

Trash and Towel service is included in all stays of more than four days. If your stay is for less than eight nights, you will receive Trash & Towel service on day four. If your stay is for eight nights or longer, you will receive a full cleaning service on day four, and Trash & Towel service on day eight. After that, the cycle begins again on day twelve. Day one is check-in day. Daily housekeeping can be arranged and paid for at time of check-in. The following rates are subject to change:

Additional Full Cleaning Rates:
Studio - $30.00 for each day requested
One-Bedroom - $45.00 for each day requested
Two-Bedroom - $60.00 for each day requested
Three-Bedroom - $75.00 for each day requested

Additional Trash & Towel Rates:
Studio - $15.00 for each day requested
One-Bedroom - $20.00 for each day requested
Two-Bedroom - $25.00 for each day requested
Three-Bedroom - $35.00 for each day requested


Special Thanks to bytheblood for the information about Beach Club Villas

For pictures of the BCV Laundry Room, see the Activities and Ameneties post above.

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Villas Offered as:
Studio
One Bedroom
Two Bedroom

See Next Post for Room Info and Pictures


Shortcut from BCV to EPCOT
(Thanks for this info Best Aunt)

If you are staying at BCV, you need to know about the Shortcut more than the Secret Entrance. In this photo, the green building is BCV. The blue building is BC. When you leave BCV and want to go to Epcot, you don't have to walk all the way to the lobby and then out the back. Head toward the BC, but look for the path between the green building and the blue building.

Walk down the path until you get to the point shown here where you can't walk straight anymore (because you would walk into the bushes). Turn RIGHT. This is tricky. Your instincts will tell you to turn left, because you know that Epcot is to the left.

Go all the way to the end, and then turn left again. This also is tricky. The path will be so close to the patios of the first floor rooms that you will think you made a mistake and went the wrong way. You didn't.

Follow that path until you reach the gate. The gate will let you out on the main path. Stop and look at where you are, so that you will be able to find the gate on your way back in. Then turn left to get to Epcot.

I suggest doing it in daylight the first time.



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Disney's Beach Club Villas Deluxe Resorts, Rooms

Villas Offered as:
Studio
One Bedroom
Two Bedroom

Disney Beach Club Villa Studio


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Kitchenette

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Thanks bellebookworm9 and 333disneymomfor the studio pictures above!


More Studio Villa Pictures, by missyrose and pixeldust, October 2012


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365 Sq Feet
Sleeps 4
" Kitchenette with microwave oven, under-counter refrigerator, wet bar and coffee maker
" Queen-size bed
" Double-size sleeper sofa
" TV
" Private porch or balcony

Listed below are the typical amenities found in the Disney Vacation Club Studio Villas according to Allears website- I don't have independent confirmation that this information is correct. The listing (and prices) are subject to change without notice! You may want to check out one of the DVC forums on DIS for verification or with specific questions.

Quantities are ONE unless noted

Kitchen
Beverage Glasses 4 (maybe paper or styrofoam), Can Opener, Coffee, Coffee Maker, Coffee cups 4, Corkscrew, Dish Soap, Dish Towel, Ice Bucket

Paper Bowls 4, Paper Plates 4, Plastic Forks 4, Plastic Knives 4, Plastic Spoons 4

Recycle Basket, Sponge, Toaster, Waste Basket, Sugar Basket,

Closet
Broom, Graco Pack n Play w/Sheet, Hanger Regular 10, Hanger Skirt 4, Iron, Ironing Board, Luggage Rack, Vacuum Cleaner

Items Available Upon Request and Based on Availability
Bed Rails, Blankets, Blender, Decaf Coffee, Hangers, High Chair, Pillows, Voltage Converter

Also included initially:
Facial and Bath Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower Gel.

Towels based on Number of Registered Guests.

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Disney Beach Club Villa One Bedroom


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Thanks for the photos MMrules


More pictures of a 1 BR villa: BCV Room 548, June 2013, AlohaAnnie


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726 Sq Ft
Sleeps 4
" Master suite with king-size bed and whirlpool tub
" Queen-size sleeper sofa in living room
" TV & DVD player
" Fully equipped kitchen
" Washer/dryer
" Private porch or balcony


Disney Beach Club Villa Two Bedroom

Please note that the configuration with 2 Queen Beds is a Member Only Booking Category.

master bedroom and bathroom

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Thanks for the photos 1Minnie & 3Mickeys!



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1083 Sq Ft
Sleeps 8
" Master suite with king-size bed and whirlpool tub
" Separate bedroom with private bathroom and either one queen-size bed and double-size sleeper sofa or two queen-size beds
" Queen-size sleeper sofa in living room
" TV & DVD player
" Fully equipped kitchen
" Washer/dryer
" Private porch or balcony


Listed below are the typical amenities found in the Disney Vacation Club One and Two Bedroom Villas according to Allears website- I don't have independent confirmation that this information is correct. The listing (and prices) are subject to change without notice! You may want to check out one of the DVC forums on DIS for verification or with specific questions.

Quantities are ONE unless noted

Kitchen
Beverage Glasses 8, Broiler Pan, Cereal Bowls 8, Coffee, Coffee Maker, Coffee Mugs 8, Colander, Cookie Sheet, Cookware Set 11 piece, Covered 2 Quart Casserole, Creamer/Sugar Bowl Set, Cutting Board, Dinner Plates 8, Dish Drainer
Dish Towel, Dish Detergent, Dishwashing Soap, Grater, Ice Bucket, Juice Glasses 8, Measuring Cup, Mixing Bowl - 3 piece set, Oblong 3 Quart Dish, Pitcher, Platter
Pot Holders 2, Recycle Basket, Salad Bowl, Salad Plates 8, Storate Containers 3, Tea Kettle, Toaster, Vegetable Bowl, Wastebasket, Wine Glasses 8

Kitchen Drawers
Bottle Opener, Bread Knife, Can Opener, Corkscrew, Cutlery Tray, Dinner Forks 8, Dinner Knives 8, Measuring Spoon set, Paring Knife, Roaster Slicer, Salad Forks 8, Serving Fork, Slotted Spoon, Serving Spoon, Soup Ladle, Soup Spoons 8, Spatula, Sponge, Steak Knives 8, Tablespoons 2, Teaspoons 8, Tongs 1, Vegetable Peeler, Whisk

Bedroom Closet
Blankets 2, Graco Pack n Play with Sheet, Hangers Regular 10, Hangers Skirt 4,
Iron and Ironing Board, Laundry Basket, Pillows 2, Vacuum Cleaner

Laundry Area
Broom, Dust Pan, Laundry Soap, Mop

Items Available Upon Request and Based on Availability
Bed Rails, Blender, Decaf Coffee, Electric Mixer, Hangers, High Chair, Pillows
Salt and Pepper, Tea, Voltage Converter

Also included initially:
Facial and Bath Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower Gel.
Towels for Number of Registered Guests.

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The following DIS thread from WebmasterDoc is around 10 years old, but has some really helpful info about the room configuration at BCV: Room Configurations

I started up a View Thread in the Resort Photo Subforum:

Beach Club Villas Room View


The purpose of the thread is to give some samples of rooms in various view categories (standard, garden, lagoon/pool) at the Beach Club Villas.

Please note that we generally do not recommend that you request a particular room number for your stay at the resort, but instead let the room assigner know what is most important to you

Here is another link where you can get some specific information about BCV rooms

BCV room details

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Club Level Information

Concierge Lounge hours:
7:00 am - 10:00 pm 5th Floor, Main Building

Note: Starting September 2010, on a trial basis, the BC CL lounge will be open 24 hours a day for coffee and cold drinks.
ETA: not sure if this is true anymore as of January 2015.




Sunrise Starters: 7-10:30 am
pastry, cereal, bagels, fruit, hardboiled eggs, oatmeal, coffee machine, juices, milk, chocolate milk

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Seaside Snacks: 11:30-4:00
home-made kettle chips and red pepper dip, swedish fish, trail mix, cookies, lemonade, ice tea, soda

Stormalong Bay Breeze- Sprite, Cranberry and Pineapple Juice
Non-alcoholic drink offered during the snack hours, starting June 2014

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Twilight Treasures: 5-7 PM
Beer, wine, soda, other drinks, appetizers

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Here are the wines that were offered in December 2012:

Columbia Crest "Two Vines" Chardonnay
Beringer White Zinfandel
Mirassou Pinot Noir
Perfolds Rawson's Retreat Merlot

Beer Selections: Change Seasonally
April 2013: Yuengling, Heineken, Bud Light and Samuel Adams seasonal Alpine Spring



Regatta Delights: 8-10 PM
cordials, other drinks, dessert offerings

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Stone Harbor Club- Beach Club


Contact Information:

PH: 407-934-1448
FX: 407-934-1487
Yacht.Beach.Club.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com;

(PLEASE DON'T USE THIS INFORMATION IF YOU DON'T HAVE A CONFIRMED CONCIERGE RESERVATION)


Here are a few pictures of the Stone Harbor Club lounge after the 2014 refurbishment. Two guest rooms were taken out of service to enlarge the space in the lounge:














photos courtesy of saintstickets


Regatta Club- Yacht Club


Contact Information:

PH: 407-934-1448
FX: 407-934-1487
Yacht.Beach.Club.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com;


(PLEASE DON'T USE THIS INFORMATION IF YOU DON'T HAVE A CONFIRMED CONCIERGE RESERVATION)


And a couple of pictures of the lounge courtesy of WDWKOOK and cburek:


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There are usually large (glass) bottles of water set out for filling drinking glasses in the lounge. Plastic bottles are not set out, but often are available upon request from the CMs in the lounge if you want to take some back to your room or to the parks.


There is a wonderful thread here on the DIS devoted to Concierge/Club Level at all of the Disney Deluxe resorts:

Concierge/Club Level Information- Part IV, July 2012


Info about Rooms:


I believe that the regular (non-deluxe, non-suite) Concierge Rooms follow the same layout and are approximately the same size as the rooms in the regular resorts. All regular CL rooms are on the same floor as the lounge (5th floor), accessible by special key-card elevator access.

The Deluxe Rooms and Suites may be on other floors of the resort, but still have access to the Concierge Lounge.


Beach Club Deluxe, Suites, VP and Presidential Rooms

Yacht Club Deluxe, Suites, VP and Presidential Rooms


Pictures of club lounges and food offerings:


Beach Club Concierge Lounge by natebenma, July 2013


Yacht Club Concierge Breakfast by Emmysmommy, August 2013


Yacht Club Concierge Afternoon Snacks by Emmysmommy, August 2013


Here is a slideshow, prepared by DawnMaree, of pictures from the Beach Club Concierge Lounge. Food offerings are essentially the same at the YC lounge:

DawnMaree's BC CL Slideshow


emmysmommy, February 26, 2013 (Tuesday)
YC food offerings

StephH, December 2012:
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bizeemom4, August 2012
YC lounge, 1
YC lounge, 2



Concierge Check-In Service:

Club Level guests should be welcomed by name as they enter the resort, and will be escorted to the 5th floor for check-in. If you are not immediately greeted upon arrival, tell one of the CMs when you have arrived that you staying in a concierge room, and they should be able to help you.

Captain's Strawberry Sparkler- House Champagne with strawberry flavoring. Welcome drink offered to (adult) guests only at check in (starting June 2014)



Thank you Catho72 for the photo!



Available at *ALL* Disney Deluxe Resorts for Concierge Guests :


Nightly Turndown Service
High Speed Internet Access (access fees apply)
Bathroom Amenities (shampoo, conditioner, hand/body lotion, bath & facial soap)
Complimentary Fax Assistance
Complimentary Health Club Access
2 Adult-Size Spa Bathrobes (in-room use, additional robes can be requested)
Club Level Check-In from 7am - 10pm
Club Level Assistance from 7am - 10pm (tickets, dining, recreation, special events)
Advanced Itinerary Planning
Refreshments throughout the day in Concierge Lounges
Secured Key Access to Club Level Floors
USA Today Newspaper
Coffee Maker with Coffee & Tea Assortment
Iron and Board
Safe
Hair Dryer
Refrigerator - not stocked (available upon request at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa)
Library of Disney Movies at Concierge Desk
VCR and/or DVD Players in suites (upon request at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa)
CD/Clock Radios in Suites
Discovery Wildlife Excursion

Purchases made at Disney stores are delivered directly to your room instead of to the resort gift shop



Reviews of Club Level- Is it Worth It???


Ninjamom, December 2012
Continue reading on, starting at page 35 of the Nov/December 2012 thread for lengthy discussions about club level

Our Thoughts on Club Level by CT Disney April 2013


10 Nights YC CL by Mousemommy1
Includes comparisons to stays at WL CL


A blog entry from Everything Walt Disney World gives a very well written, comprehensive description of the Concierge service offered at WDW resorts, including the BC and YC. The article will also give you the factors to help you decide if club level is worth it for your family.

Google Disney's Club Level- What is it and Do I want it?


August 2014:

The BC Concierge Lounge has been temporarily moved to the Presidential Suite while renovations are taking place. The lounge will remain in its previous location, but will be larger by expanding into the areas of one or two former guest rooms.

I was given a very brief tour of the temporary Concierge Lounge in the Presidential Suite. I snapped a few pictures, but I didn't want to disturb the people who were in there.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Differences between YC/BC, Room Views, Balconies, Daybeds, Room Requests, Online vs. In-person Checkin, Magic Bands, Pool Questions, Secret Exits, Refill Mugs, Ordering Water/Groceries


What are the differences between the Beach Club and the Yacht Club?

The Beach Club and Yacht Club are similar resorts in terms of service and amenities, and have equal access to the shared pool complex, health club and video arcade. Both resorts have the same management team in place.

Some minor differences have been noted by guests:

Beach Club
Lighter, beachy decor in lobby and rooms
Lobby can be active and lively with families waiting for meals at Cape May
Closer to EPCOT and Marketplace Gift Shop
Approximately 50% of rooms in all room categories have full balconies. The remaining are standing balconies.


Yacht Club
Darker woods and nautical decor in lobby and rooms
Lobby is more serene
Convention attendees are more likely to be booked at YC
Closer to Hollywood Studios and Friendship Boats
Most rooms have a full balcony



Want more details about the differences between the two resorts? Check out this awesome blog post (November 2011) from The World of Deej:
The World of Deej: BC vs. YC

Pixarmom's comparison of BC and YC


What will the view from my room be?

Effective with reservations on January 1, 2011, the view categories at the Beach and Yacht Clubs were reclassified into 3 booking categories:

Standard view- parking lot or rooftops
Garden view- something green- trees or courtyard
Lagoon or Water view- lake or pool


I started up three View Threads in the Resort Photo Subforum:

Beach Club Room Views

Yacht Club Room Views

Beach Club Villas Room View


The purpose of these threads is to give some samples of rooms in various view categories (standard, garden, lagoon/pool) at the Yacht and Beach Clubs.

Please note that we generally do not recommend that you request a particular room number for your stay at the resort, but instead let the room assigner know what is most important to you:

Full Balcony?
Close to Elevator?
Close to Lobby/Pool/Transportation?
Daybed?

If you request a particular room number, and that room is not available on the day you are checking in, the room assigner may not know the attributes of the room you want, so you may not get the room that best suits your needs.



Will I have a full balcony?

Almost all of the rooms at the Yacht Club have a full balcony. A few rooms have extra large balconies that may be shared with another room.
About 50% of the rooms at the Beach Club have full balconies with a table and two chairs. The remaining 50% have standing or "Juliet" balconies.

If you are staying at the Beach Club and a full balcony is important to you, you should have "Full balcony, please" as your first or only request.

When you check-in at the desk, ask about your balcony and if you are not happy with it, ask if there is a full balcony available. CMs will try their best to satisfy you. Don't do the advanced online check-in. This is for guests who will just pickup their key and go, no questions asked and is not designed for people who may request changes to their assigned room.

Here are a couple of pictures. The first one by pittpantherfan shows BC patio, full and Juliet balcony rooms.
The second picture by Natebenma shows a full size balcony:

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Balconies at BCV:

You will have at least one balcony when staying at the BCV's. All of the BCV studios have balconies. All of the villas have a balcony off the living room. Most, but not all, of the master bedrooms have a balcony. Some of the balconies are bigger than others, depending on what floor you are on and location.

Here is a photo that I've copied from the photo thread and you can see the different size balconies and the master bedrooms that just have a window instead of a balcony.

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Here's another shot of the balconies at BCV's I made in 2013. First floor=patio. Second floor=large balcony all the way across. We were on the third floor. No balcony in bedrooms but a larger one in living room. And fourth floor=three small balconies each.

And guess what. This layout is not the same throughout. We were on the road side this year (Rm 352) and there different layouts on the other floors.

I doubt if the architect that designed this place had any idea how much trouble he/she was going to cause us…..



Will my room have a daybed?

Some rooms at the Beach and Yacht Club have daybeds. You may request a room with a daybed, but it is not guaranteed. You may also request a rollaway cot to your room when you arrive. This is provided free of charge and is subject to availability.

There are two types of daybeds - one that fits a normal sized adult and the other that is best suited for a small teenager or a child. There is no way of knowing at the front desk which type of daybed is in what rooms. It's totally luck of the draw and the CM can't tell you which is in your room if you get a room with a daybed.

Daybeds

Some rooms have daybeds, which may be requested when you make your reservation, but are not guaranteed. Families of 5 (over the age of 3) are given priority access to the rooms with a daybed.

You may also request a rollaway cot to your room when you arrive. This is provided free of charge and is subject to availability.

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Pittpantherfan, heatherbelle, sgtgoofy119, pixarmom, cburek and jcondrad have provided these pictures of daybeds and crib.


Here is a picture of the rollaway cot- These are provided upon request, free of charge, based on availability. Thanks for the photo, Feckless!


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How do I make a request on my reservation? How many requests should I make? What should I request?

You should note any requests on your reservation through Disney's CRO (Central Reservation Office) if you booked the reservation with Disney or if you used a third party (travel agent, AAA, Orbitz, Travelocity, etc) you need to tell them the request so they can add it.

You can add a request when your trip is booked, or anytime thereafter. Requests should be made no later than 2 weeks before you will arrive at the resort.

Please remember that requests are not guaranteed.

The fewer requests you have, the more likely there will be a room available that meets your most important preference(s).

Your best bet is to request what you want in words, not room numbers. The chance that a particular room will be available during your trip is not as likely as finding a room that satisfies your room preferences. If you request a specific room, and there is someone staying in the room on the day you check in, the room assigner will have to place you in a different room. If they don't know what your priorities are, they will have trouble giving you another room that has the attributes you want.

When you arrive at the resort for checkin, you can ask before you take your keys if your requests were granted, and if not, see if there is anything available that meets your needs. Please note that you should do this through REGULAR checkin.

Online checkin is designed for grabbing your keys and going, no questions asked, so if there is a possibility you will ask for a room change, you shouldn't do this.

There may not be a room available with the request you made when you check in (e.g. full balcony, daybed, king bed). If your request is important enough that you are willing to change rooms later in the week, ask when a room will be available and see if you can arrange to switch rooms.

Requests vary because what is important to one family may be different for another family. Some popular requests are full balcony at the Beach Club, a day bed, close to lobby (or elevator or Stormalong Bay), close to Concierge Lounge (if you are staying club level) or close to EPCOT.


Should I checkin online in advance or wait until I am at the resort?

This entry will probably be evolving as we discover more about the impact of 60 day checkin, Magic Bands and Fast Pass Plus.


As noted in the responses above, if you don't have any questions and if you are going to just grab your keys and go, then you are great candidate for the online checkin. If there is a possibility that you will ask for a room change because you are not satisfied with the one that has been assigned to you, then you should wait until you arrive at the resort to check in.



60 Day Online Checkin/My Disney Experience

Confirm arrival and departure times

Pick PIN numbers to use for park and resort purchases

There is also an option of clicking a box which said they would possibly allow early entry to a room prior to 3 but it might override room requests.

Request for a day bed does not appear to be an option you can request through on-line checkin.


Beach Club 60 Day Check In:

Room Request Options as of Feb 2015- Choose up to 2*:

Large Balcony
Upper Floor
Lower Floor
Ground Floor
Near Elevator

*Once you complete online checkin, there is a link where you can modify options. It will not let you delete the ones already made, but you can add more.

There is still an option to indicate you would prefer to have a room that is ready as soon as possible over any requests you made.


Yacht Club 60 Day Check In:

Room Request Options as of Feb 2015- Choose up to 3:

Upper Floor
Lower Floor
Ground Floor
Near Elevator


Beach Club Villa 60 Day Check In:

Room Request Options-Choose 2 out of the four listed:

Near Elevator
Lower Floor
Woods View
Larger Balcony

Info from Andre on the POR subforum (March 2013)

The main benefits of 60 day checkin are:

You can register your credit card and create a PIN number for all your key-to-the-world cards in advance;
(however, you may want to wait until you check in at the resort to pick your PIN if you are apt to forget it)

Nothing to take up time at the front desk (your welcome pack, key-cards and room number will be put together a few hours before your stated arrival time, so it's all there waiting for you even if you are checking in quite late);

When MagicBands are introduced, they will have been pre-made for you in your chosen colours and with your names on (otherwise you'll get generic grey ones set up at the front desk);

You might even get 'Mobile Lobby' checkin service, where they can check you in using an iPad, rather than even needing to queue for the desk at all.

The room assignment team suggests it too by the way, they say it generally speeds the whole process up for you.


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Starting in 2015:

WDW resort guests can now by-pass front desk check-in if they choose

Walt Disney World is beginning a new program that will allow their resort guests to bypass the front desk check-in process if they choose. To take part in this option, guests must have their MagicBands sent to their home ahead of their vacation. They must complete online check-in, including paying in full for their reservation or authorizing a credit card and setting up a PIN. Lastly, they must provide an email address or phone number at which they can be reached. After these things are completed, they will be contacted with their room number and can go straight to their room upon arrival, after being met by a cast member outside the resort.

The program is rolling out to the various resorts in stages:

February 10: Animal Kingdom Lodge, Art of Animation Resort, Contemporary Resort, Polynesian Village Resort, Pop Century Resort, Port Orleans Resort



    • February 25: Boardwalk Inn, Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Wilderness Lodge, Yacht and Beach Club Resorts
    • March 10: All-Star Resorts, Caribbean Beach Resort, Coronado Springs Resort, Old Key West Resort and Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Please note: If you have special requests that you want to discuss when you arrive at the resort, like a full balcony at BC or daybed at either resort, then I don't think that you want to take advantage of this offer.

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Pool Questions

Can you tell me the hours for Stormalong Bay pool?

Not really.

The hours at Stormalong Bay are determined by the BC/YC recreation managers and are often based on factors like crowd level, time of year, weather, etc. so it is difficult to predict the hours, particularly the closing time at night

Opening used to be at 10 am, but we have had reports from March 2014 that the opening time is 9 am (closing of 11 pm reported in March 2014)

Posted hours of the Quiet Pools are 7 am to 11 pm


My trip is in December (November/January/February). Will it be warm enough to swim in SAB?

That depends. Where are you from?

The weather and temperature in Florida can vary greatly in the winter months. One day you are bundled up in coat and wool hat. The next you are in shorts. You can have extreme conditions in the same week.

The pools at Disney are all heated. The problem is usually not when you are in the pool, but it is the air temperature when you get out. Make sure you have a towel close by.

There is certainly a chance that one or more days of your vacation will be warm enough for swimming. As Scar so eloquently sings in the Lion King "Be Prepared!"

Pack your swimsuit and hope for the best!


Can I bring a float from home to use at Stormalong Bay?

According to a lifeguard, July 2010 (and confirmed periodically):

Outside floats are NOT permitted for adults in SAB. Previously, floats were available for rent for $3/hour or $10 day. Beginning in 2013, floats are available for use without a fee. Life jackets are available, free of charge, near where the poolside giftshop used to be.

Pool noodles, either from home or purchased at the pool gift shop, may be used in SAB. Young children may use floats that surround their body if an adult is within arm's reach. These rules are subject to change and may be affected by crowd conditions.


Can children wear a life jacket on the Jib Slide?

Yes.


Can I use Stormalong Bay on my checkout day?

Yes! You will still have your Magic Band after you check out, and you still need to use before entering the pool area. You can store large bags with Bell Services. Recent reports are that only guests of the spa may use the lockers and showers in the health club. There are some lockers for use in the pool area near Beaches & Cream and outdoor showers poolside.








Is it true that I need to set out a towel on a lounger 3 days in advance to reserve a lounger at SAB?

No. Please don't (see next post)

random survey of pool chair availability, mid-August 2014


Do guests play "The Towel Game" at Stormalong Bay? How do I deal with "Chair Piggies?"

Check out this useful post by NinjaMom:
Chair Piggies


"Secret" Entrances/Exits to the Beach Club and Yacht Club

Step-Saving Super Secret Entrance to the Beach Club

There is a side entrance/exit to the Beach Club which takes you mere steps, probably 3 minutes, from the International Gateway Entrance. It is near room 1501.

This was really handy for us a couple of times this summer when it was wicked hot and when it had just started pouring.

You have to go through a lot of hallways to find it, so the best way to do this is to follow the signs to room 1501 from the lobby.

Here are photos of the exit door near room 1501, the pathway and the gate to the "secret entrance"

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Yacht Club Secret Entrance/Exit

Facing the Yacht Club, the marina will be on your left and the wedding gazebo to your right.

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This is the room closest to the entrance to help you find the exit from inside.

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According to the small sign you can see in the picture, this door has keyed entry during the hours of 11 PM to 7 AM


A little more detail about the YC Secret Entrance

Thanks, pixarmom, for the photos and info!


Tell me about the RFID Rapid Refill Beverage Mugs

In August 2013, Rapid Refill machines were installed at BC Marketplace

There is a chip is on the bottom on the mugs. The "length of stay" mugs are really 14 day mugs. Let's say you check in today at the BC and purchase the length of stay mug. It's good at any Disney resort (and now they are saying only resorts, not water parks) for 14 days. So you can do split stays, you can go on a 3 day cruise and come back and for 14 days, your mug works. If your reservation is for 17 days, you bring the mug back to merchandise on the 14th day and they will reprogram it for the next 3 days. They can "read" the chip that is on the mugs so they can tell the day you purchased it, etc. As far as loosing one, you MUST show your receipt.

If you purchase a one day mug at 9 PM Sunday night, it stops working in three hours. Midnight is the cut off time ... doesn't matter when you purchase them.

You cannot microwave these mugs. It fries the chip. If you bring it back to merchandise with a fried chip, then you are out of luck, receipt or not.

There is also a regular old cardboard cup that can be purchased for a few dollars. It is good for 2 hours and/or 4 refills. It also has a chip on it.

The dispensers only dispense 12 ounces at a time and once you use your mug for a fill-up, you cannot get another fill-up for 2-1/2 minutes.




Note: This picture is NOT from the BC resort!!!

Disney Rapid Refill Mugs


Some of the specific details:

Rapid Fill allows guests to purchase a specific number of days of refills. RFID chips are embedded in the mugs and will only allow usage for the actual purchased number of days. At the end of the period you purchased, the mug will automatically deactivate.
The Rapid Fill mugs can be used at any resort hotel quick service fountain, regardless of where it was originally purchased. Although, we are not sure how practical a benefit that will be to most guests.

Unlike the existing refillable mug program where pricing is fixed for a length of stay, the new Rapid Fill will use a tiered pricing structure. Pricing are as follows:
" $8.99 for 1 day
" $11.99 for 2 days
" $14.99 for 3 days
" $17.99 for length of stay
(Side note: days are counted as a calendar day, and not a 24 hour period!)
As with the current refillable mug program, it will be included in some Disney Dining Plan benefits. Past mugs will not be able to be reused, and a new mug will need to be purchased for each resort stay.


What is the Best Way to Get a Case of Water (or other items) for Your Room?

The Yacht & Beach Club is a Convention resort so items that are shipped their by UPS or FedEx will be delivered to the convention mailing center and will be subject to a charge based on the weight of the item.

Because of this, it is often better to send items directly to resort via United States Postal Service (see instructions in the Other Useful Info Post)

I'm still working on this, so if anyone has suggestions or recent info about the prices of a case of water from the following sources, please let me know.

What are the options for getting a case of water or other items to your room, along with the advantages and disadvantages of each method???

Beach Club Marketplace (no delivery fee),
Dasani 24 pack, $16- as of Sept 2013
Soda, 6 pack (Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite), $8

Hess Gas Station near BW resort (no delivery fee, but must walk or drive there)- walk through the BW parking lot and it's just across the street from the entrance gate for BW. It is a bit of a hike, so if you decide to walk over there for water or other beverages, we suggest you take an empty rolling suitcase to make the transportation easier

Walmart/Target- must drive there, or take cab


Grocery Delivery Information and Reviews:

www.gardengrocer.com

www.WeGoShop.com
*Ask about loyalty rewards program and referral program*

www.turnerdrug.com (407) 828-8125
$7.50 delivery fee to the Beach or Yacht Club
Pricing as of August 2013:
soda (coke, diet coke, pepsi, diet pepsi, mt. dew & sprite) 12 pack, 12 oz cans are $4.99 each.

water: Nestle, 1/2 liter bottles, 32 bottles (case) $7.99 or 6 pack $2.49 or Crystal Geyser, 1/2 litter bottles 24 bottles (case) $6.99 or 6 pk $2.19.


Online orders from Staples/Amazon/Walmart- I think these are delivered to the convention center and therefore subject to weight-based fee and must be picked up.


Guest Reviews of Delivery Services:


October 2014
We get a lot of questions about using personal shopping services for groceries during a Disney stay. I have never used any of the companies, but someone sent me a private message about WeGoShop, so I thought I would pass along the comments:

"We have used WeGoShop for our past two trips. We like that there is no minimum order limit and that we can choose the store because we like the Albertson's. For our last trip, we wanted a case of store brand bottled water, a case of Bud Light and twelve cups of yogurt.

Our credit card was charged for the purchase price of the items plus the service fee. Much cheaper and easier than going by taxi to Super Target or Walmart.

The first time we did this, we needed to meet the delivery person to check my ID, but then the company put the information in their database so we wouldn't have to do that again. We were also told that the service fee is discounted if you are a veteran, police officer or firefighter."


*** August 2013
Hi everyone!!! I've been catching up and finally I can help Dee out. I just read about Turner Drugs and was checking out pricing, so here you go...

soda (coke, diet coke, pepsi, diet pepsi, mt. dew & sprite) 12 pack, 12 oz cans are $4.99 each.

water: Nestle, 1/2 liter bottles, 32 bottles (case) $7.99 or 6 pack $2.49 or Crystal Geyser, 1/2 litter bottles 24 bottles (case) $6.99 or 6 pk $2.19.

Delivery fee is $7.50 to all Disney Resorts including Swan and Dolphin. If your hotel is not on the list it's $10 to $15 depending on location.

It also states to call for delivery fees (407) 828-8125 and all online orders are $7.50.

The last part is slightly confusing, but I think it's safe to say if you're staying onsite it's only $7.50 with no minimum $ amount needed and since they deliver to all resorts for the yc/bc/bcv it should go directly to that resort not the convention center. Hope this helps.



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Other Useful Information

Club Level, International Gateway to EPCOT, Refill Mugs, Quick Service and Late Night Dining, Shipping, Illuminations, Coffee, Will it Fit? How Do I? Bounceback, Contact Info


What is a Club Level room? Is Concierge service worth it?


For info and pictures about club level at the Beach and Yacht club, see Post 12 on this page of the thread.


Ninjamom, December 2012
Continue reading on, starting at page 35 of the Nov/December 2012 thread for lengthy discussions about club level


A blog entry from Everything Walt Disney World gives a very well written, comprehensive description of the Concierge service offered at WDW resorts, including the BC and YC. The article will also give you the factors to help you decide if club level is worth it for your family.

Google Disney's Club Level- What is it and Do I want it?


How do I get to EPCOT?

Guests of the EPCOT resorts enter EPCOT through the International Gateway. This entrance takes you to the World Showcase, on a path that is in between France and UK.

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Thanks for the pictures missyrose and pixeldust and pixarmom!


How do I enter EPCOT at rope drop/park opening?

Guests who enter EPCOT through the International Gateway prior to the park opening time should proceed on the walkway outside of UK and Canada. Cast members are stationed along the way (bridge to France being #1) to guide you through UK and Canada. After you pass the last little cart coming out of Canada you are directed onto the small pathway that leads toward the Fountain of Nations. There you will experience a real rope with CMs and characters milling around. Across from you, maybe forty yards away, are the guests that arrived from the front entrance.

After the countdown, the rope is removed and CMs will escort you to Soarin in an orderly fashion. Usually, you will arrive at Soarin' either at the same time or just a moment or so after those who enter through the main gates.

Note: Starting in 2013, the French bakery is now open at 9 am when EPCOT opens, so you also have the opportunity to stop there in the morning for a treat. Not sure at this point if the bakery is open at 8 am when EPCOT has early extra magic hours, so if someone could confirm this info, I would appreciate it!

If you have a pre-opening breakfast scheduled at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, you will provide your name and/or reservation to a CM at the International Gateway. You proceed through UK and Canada as described above, then continue past Mexico to Norway.

However, guests of the BC/YC/BCV who need to be at the front of the park BEFORE park opening (for example, marathon runners or for special tours) will probably need to take a taxi from the resort to the front entrance of EPCOT.

ETA: Rope drop info may no longer be applicable.


Should I take the bus* from the Beach Club to the Magic Kingdom or go through EPCOT and use the monorail?

We always take the bus from BC to MK!

Bus is definitely quicker:
The ride is less than 15 minutes from BC to MK, then you just have to add in the wait. I think 15 minutes is the most I have ever waited for a bus, it is usually around 5 minutes.


Here is a very conservative estimate of the trip from BC-EP-mono-MK:
5 minute walk to International Gateway, bag check and entry at IG
walk though United Kingdom, Canada and Future World to EP front entrance, 25 min
wait for mono ?
mono from EP to TTC plus changeover to express monorail, 15 min
mono to MK, 5 min.


So a minimum 50 minutes, with a lot of walking, an extra bag check and switching monorails.

Please note: You need Park Hoppers and EPCOT must be open if you are doing this.

That being said, we often take the monorail back to the BC from MK. That way, we can enjoy a couple of attractions along the way, or get some takeout from Sunshine Seasons or one of the World Showcase restaurants on the way back to our room.

* even if you have a car on property during your trip, it probably makes sense to take the bus when you are traveling to MK. If you are driving, you will have to park at the TTC and take the monorail or ferry boat to the MK entrance. If you take a bus, you are delivered to the front entrance. A taxi cab is another option, but again, this will only bring you to the TTC, so you may want to have the cab leave you off at the Contemporary Resort and walk or take the monorail, or to one of the other monorail resorts.


Where can I purchase and refill a refillable mug?

Refillable Mugs may be purchased and filled at the Beach Club Marketplace (self-serve station), Beaches and Cream (CM assisted service, get into the ice cream takeout line), Hurricane Hanna's (self-serve station) and the Ale and Compass Lounge* in the Yacht Club resort (coffee/tea self-service, juices and soda behind the bar).

*Recent reports say that the Ale & Compass location is only available until 12 noon, when the lounge opens up as a bar.

Pixarmom provided pictures of the beverage dispensers at the Marketplace and Hurricane Hanna's.

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More detailed information about Rapid Refill Mugs in the Other Useful Info Post (Post 14)


I've heard there are no Counter Service options at the EPCOT resorts. Is my family going to starve???

Um. No. Check out this link- pixarmom walked around the area and took pictures of the menus of all of the counter service restaurants in the area. Thanks!

EPCOT resort Counter Service Menus

Breakfast at Beach Club thread

I'm arriving at the resort after 10 PM. Will I be able to get something to eat???


The Marketplace- Closes at 11 pm
Located off the BC lobby, enjoy salads, sandwiches and desserts from this Quick Service location.


Beaches and Cream- Closes at 11 pm
Located between the BC and YC resorts, step into this classic soda shoppe and enjoy mouth-watering burger and classic sandwiches and top it off with our famous kitchen sink dessert.


Martha's Vineyard Lounge- Closes at 11:30 pm
Located at the BC resort. Relax and enjoy savory appetizers and beverages from the full bar.


Crews Club Lounge- Closes at midnight
Located in the Yachtsman Steakhouse, enjoy a late night bite in this sailing-themed lounge that features beer and wine from the world's famous seaports.


Yacht and Beach Club Private Dining- 24 hours
Enjoy a light snack or casual meal in the comfort of your room or any public area of the resorts. Touch dining options from yoru room phone.


If you would like a full selection of menu items available 24 hours/day, consider visiting Picabu Cafeteria at the nearby Dolphin Resort. The Dolphin is a short walk (10 minutes) from the Yacht & Beach Club.

Here is a link to the menu for Picabu: Picabu Menu


Are the lobbies of the Beach Club and Yacht Club connected?

No. Yes. Kind of...

There is a corridor that will take you from the BC lobby to the YC lobby. Some of it is inside, some of it is open to the outside, but the entire route is covered.

From the Yacht Club lobby, you walk inside until you reach Yachtsman's Steakhouse, then you have to exit. You walk outside on a covered walkway, past the hair salon, exercise room & Beaches & Cream. Then you go back inside into the Beach Club, on the far side of Cape May, around the hallway & into the BC lobby. You wil be protected from rain, unless there is a real downpour with lots of wind.

In September 2014, Wood Nymph timed the walk from the YC lobby to the BC Marketplace: 5 minutes


Can I ship a package to Beach Club or Yacht Club for my stay?

If you ship a package to the resort, Mail by United States Postal Service*, not anything else!!! If you mail other than USPS, your items will be shipped to the convention center and the shipping department will charge the recipient a handling charge, based on the weight of your package.

In March 2012, the package retrieval fees were:

Up to 5 pounds: $3
5-20 pounds: $5
above 20 pounds: $10



*Disney's Beach Club Resort (or Disney's Beach Club Villas)
1800 Epcot Resort Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
Please give to Guest, (name on reservation)
Check-in date 9/1/10 (for example)


or

Disney's Yacht Club Resort
1700 Epcot Resort Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
Please give to Guest, (name on reservation)
Check-in date 9/1/10 (for example)


Orders from GardenGrocer or WeGoShop are delivered to Bell Services at YC or BC, so they are not subject to the resort delivery fee, only the delivery fee charged by the company. You can ask Bell Services to deliver the order to your room when you are there.


Can you see any of the Illuminations fireworks from places around the resort?

There are a few places where you can view some of the high fireworks from EPCOT's Illuminations show. Many people recommend watching the fireworks from the bridge between the Beach Club and the Boardwalk resort areas. You can also see some of the high fireworks from the Beach Club beach or from the Stormalong Bay pool. Wood Nymph recommends the Yacht Club boat dock. Another suggestion (EagleScout) is to view the fireworks from the bridge connecting the YC and Swan resorts.


From bridge between Beach Club and Boardwalk (photo by pixarmom), from the beach (photo by creativeamanda) and from Stormalong Bay (picture by natebenma):

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Here's a link from my August 2014 trip report with pictures of the Illuminations Fireworks and the Summer Frozen Fireworks from the Boardwalk Bridge.

Fireworks as Far as the Eye Can See


What kind of coffeemakers are in the resort rooms?

As of October 2011, the drip coffee makers in the BC and YC resort rooms were replaced.

The regular resort rooms and club level rooms (including Deluxe Rooms) now have the Cuisinart Double Pod Machines:

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Thanks for the photos Rorey, Cinderumbrella and MickeyT!

Here is what I believe are in the rooms currently. Anyone who has been there more recently, please correct this info if it is wrong:

All regular (non-club level) rooms: Cuisinart Pods

All standard club level rooms, all views (standard meaning non-suite), including Deluxe Club Level Rooms: Cuisinart Pods

Suites (1 BR, 2 BR, VP, Presidential Suites): Keurig K-cup

Beach Club Villas- Mr. Coffee-type makers (4 cup for studio, 10 cup for 1BR, 2BR)

I think this applies to both BC and YC- again, let me know if I am wrong!


I don't "do" Nescrape! Is there anyplace at the resort where I can get a REAL cup of coffee???

From guests in August 2013:
Grounds-breaking News: The coffee pods in the rooms and the coffee sold in the Marketplace is now Joffrey's coffee!!!


Ale and Compass is located just off the Yacht Club Lobby.

In the morning, breakfast items are available like a DECENT cup of coffee and tea, pastries, an assortment of cereal and fruit. This location also serves as a refill station for your refillable mug until 11 or noon.

Ale and Compass Menu

Ale and Compass Continental Breakfast Photos

Thanks, MickeyT and Nicki in NJ


Is there WiFi available at the resort? Is it free? Is it any good?

Yes and Yes and :confused3! In late 2011, the BC/YC/BCV started offering free WiFi in the resort common areas and in the guest rooms!

We have heard very mixed reviews about the speed and reliability of the WiFi connection at the resorts.


Will it fit???

Does an ipad fit in the room safe?


Here are some pictures of the new safes in the renovated Beach Club rooms (December 2014):






Safe info for non-renovated rooms.


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MsCoz2000 provided the photo of the safe.


We have had conflicting reports of the sizes of the safe in the resort rooms (and throughout the different resorts at Disney, for that matter). It seems like rooms can have safes of different sizes.

If you have valuables that won't fit in the safe in your room, there are a couple of things you can do:

The front desk has a safe deposit box you can use.

You can check your items at Bell Services and they will lock it in the cage.

Here are a few experiences from guests:


I was able to fit two iPad's, a Kindle, a wallet, and a wallet size zippered pouch in our BC safe. Nothing got smooshed or broken. I wish it were a tad larger so I could have put the kid's iPod's into it, but oh well. I was impressed with all I DID fit in there. :)

from a recent guest in a Deluxe Room said:
I just returned from the Beach Club today, so this is very fresh to me. Mind you, we stayed in a Deluxe Room, Club level, so I can't speak for the typical BC room, but the in-room safe is exactly as you described. The size made it useless to us as we were hoping to store our iPads and they were too large for the safe. Additionally, the safe does have a key closure, rather than a combination which wasn't ideal to us either. I'm hoping that the safes will eventually be switched out because they are just archaic and inconvenient.

Going back to the safe question I do think there are different sizes, last year my macbook pro wouldn't fit in the safe in BWI CL but it has fit in the safe in OKW.

Safe dimensions: coming (but may not be helpful if the safes have a variety of sizes)


Will a gallon of milk fit in the room fridge?

No, but at least one half-gallon will fit in the door and possibly more in the main compartment.

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Photos by natebenma and cmcadoo66.

One guest wrote:

We had to take a shelf out, but we fit two gallons of milk, 4 packages of lunch meat, two packs of sliced cheese, a thing of butter, 12 cans of beer, and a 10" cake.

Fridge dimensions: coming


What is a Bounce Back Offer?

Bounce Back is a promotion offered at selected times throughout the year offering a discount on a future trip if you book WHILE YOU ARE STILL AT THE RESORT. It used to be left on a card in your room, but now is part of the Be Our Guest guide that you should receive at checkin. You can also dial #8844 from any resort phone to see if a bounceback promotion is being offered and what the eligibility requirements are.

Please note- there may be a couple of different bounceback offers for the same dates of stay- percent off room rates or free dining. Call and ask!

You MUST book it before you check-out. Once you get home, you can change the dates or cancel it. However, once you check-out, even if you give them your reservation number and say you were just there, they won't allow you to book it.

Here is the bounceback for 2015.





The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Length-of-stay requirements may apply. Saving based on the discounted price of the same room. Additional per-adult price applies if more than 2 adults in a room in a Disney Moderate or Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions. This offer is only available to guests of Walt Disney World Resort Hotels and is non-transferable. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes 3 bedroom villas and campsites.

Please remember, you must book your bounceback WHILE you are at the resort. There is usually a one night stay deposit.



What is that awesome smell at the Beach Club? Where can I purchase the bath products used at the Yacht Club?
I've never slept better in my life- can I buy the mattress?


Yes!!!

Want to feel like you are living at the Yacht or Beach Club all year long??? You can purchase the body products provided for use during your stay, you can buy the same type of mattress that encourages restful vacation sleep and you can even purchase the scent system used in the lobbies so that your house can smell like your "Home away from home":

Check out the Disney Resort Collection for bedding and bath products (h2oProducts, Aquatics line)
www.disneyresortcollection.com

According to cindydare you may want to check out Beyond Down Pillows by Carpenter.
One of the few places that carries them is Belk Dept. Stores in the Southeast.



Another website I have seen mentioned is Own the Magic. I don't have any direct information about this source.

Own the Magic


Here are the direct links to the haircare and bath products
Hair Products
Bath and Body Products
Now that the resorts no longer distribute the H20/Aquatics bath products, fans have been looking for ways to replenish their supplies. Some suggestions:
Stand in HS
Beach Club Marketplace has...
Amazon
Sporadically available at places like Marshalls, TJ Maxx, Home Goods,



The scent generator may be purchased at Enviroscent/ www.scentairhome.com
The scent used is green clover and aloe
note: some recent reports indicate that the companies have not been accomodating to non-business customers. The unit is quite expensive (around $300 plus cost of cartridges)


Redneck scent solutions- if you can't afford the scentair system, there are reports that certain fragrances at Bath & Body Works and Yankee Candle are good matches. Unfortunately, some of these lines have been discontinued:

BBW: Rainkissed Leaves,
Yankee Candle: Exotic Rainforest, Oceanside Retreat, Cotton Blossom


This a blog entry from Disney dining website mentioning a place to order a Yacht & Beach Club lobby-scented candle Top Ten Disney Smells


"As much as I love the smell of the Polynesian, the scent in the Yacht & Beach Club lobby is my absolute favorite. It is mellow and relaxing, and I’ve even found a source to have it at home: https://www.etsy.com/listing/178305193/yacht-and-beach-club-8oz-soy-candle?ref=listing-6 This one is hard for me to describe too, so in the words of the candlemaker: Fresh green notes accented with white jasmine, blond woods and musk. And the candle is spot on with the scent of the lobby."


I found a pic! This was the soap I bought at Target that smelled just like the BC lobby!!!
- be on the lookout, but Erika says this item has been discontinued. Here is the website to order directly from Method: Method but again, this item was listed as "Out of Stock" recently.



Please let us know if you have found other good substitutions.


Comments, Compliments or Complaints:

Who can I contact if I have concerns about something during my vacation, I have a great suggestion or better still, to compliment something wonderful about my trip or to recognize a CM who helped make my stay magical?

If you have an issue while still at the World:

You can go to City Hall or Guest Relations during your stay

If there is a problem with your room or another issue at the resort, your best bet is to go to the FRONT DESK of the resort to let them know what the problem is. Do NOT call on the telephone with resort concerns WHILE you are AT THE RESORT. These calls just go to a generic call center and your concern is placed at the back of a list. Tell the people who are on site and chances are, if it is possible, your concern will be dealt with more quickly. They will do their best to help find a solution to your needs, whatever they may be. In the off chance that you find that your problem is not being addressed in an effective manner, request to speak with a MANAGER, who often has the experience to assist the CM in helping to find a solution to your problem.

Keep in mind that the staff at the resort can't read minds so be sure to talk to someone and let them know what the problem is.

After you have returned home from your stay:

email wdw.guest.communications@disneyworld.com

or send a letter to:
Walt Disney World Guest Communications
Executive Offices
Post Office Box 10040
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830-0040


When you write or email, please include your name, address, phone number and email address.

If it is a comment specific to the Yacht & Beach Club, you can write to the General Manager of the resort (perhaps copy Guest Communications as well):

Mim Flynn, General Manager
Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts
1800 EPCOT Resort Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830


Another excellent way to be heard is through surveys. Surveys are sent to every guest by mail or by email after a stay.

The surveys are reviewed at the actual resort as well as WDW with a fine tooth comb!!! It's the perfect way to get your comments (good or bad) about the resort and/or cast members and/or experiences during your vacation.

If you were given incorrect information from the Central Reservations Booking Office, or if you miss resort-specific merchandise in the gift shops or if you want to recognize a CM who went out of their way to make your trip magical, this is a very effective way for the powers to be to see your message!


Directions to Super Target, from the Beach Club:

Head towards Animal Kingdom Lodge (not park) and turn left at the light before you get to the Lodge (Sherberth Road). When you get to 192, turn right (west) and it's up the road a bit on the left. Lots of nice restaurants around there and much less crowded that the other side of WDW.


Important Contact Numbers:

Helpful Planning Numbers

Walt Disney World Resort Reservations: (407) 939-1936
0800 16 90 730 (UK)


Walt Disney World Dining Reservations: (407) 939-1947
0800 16 90 748 (UK)


Walt Disney World Tours, Recreation and Cirque du Soleil La Nouba: (407) 939-1929

Walt Disney World Lost and Found: (407) 824-4245, 9 am to 7 pm

Magical Express contact number: (866) 599-0951 or call reservations
Magical Express Online Registration


WDW Mail Order/Merchandise: (407) 363-6200 or www.mail.order@disneyworld.com

Beach Club Marketplace Store Number 4031

Merchandise Guest Services: 1-877-560-6477

email: merchandise.guest.services@disneyparks.com
www.disneyparks.com/store

Taxi Service (Mears): (407) 422-2222

NATIONAL & ALAMO CAR RENTAL DESK 1-800-CAR-RENT or Alamo at 1-800-GO-ALAMO
Disney hotel guests can enjoy the convenience of on-site car rental service through National & Alamo. Located in the guest services area of the Dolphin, guests can make arrangements for automobile pickup and drop-off right at our door.


Turner Drugs: (407) 828-8125 www.turnerdrug.com This pharmacy will deliver to WDW resorts

www.gardengrocer.com

www.WeGoShop.com
*Ask about loyalty rewards program and referral program*



Useful Planning Websites:

Disney Dining (and Fast Pass Plus) Reservations Date Calendar

Ticket calculator
Cheshire Figment's Ticket Sticky


Undercover Tourist/Mousesavers- Reliable source for discounted tickets for Disney and other Orlando attractions as well as trip packages www.undercovertourist.com

Tables in Wonderland Annual plan that AP holders, DVC Members and Florida Residents may purchase offering 20% on most Disney meals, including adult beverages. Please note- 18% gratuity is automatically added to your check.


Where can I rent a stroller, scooter, wheelchair or other mobility items during my stay?

Disney Theme Park Wheelchair Rental

A limited number of complimentary wheelchairs are available to guests staying at WDW resorts. A refundable $315 deposit is required.


www.KM-Rentals.com and Mobility Equipment Rentals both deliver to the resorts and both run about $125 weekly. KM-Rentals offers free delivery and pick-up ... not sure about Mobility Equipment Rentals.

I have also heard great reviews about Apple Scooters for rental/delivery of strollers, scooters and wheelchairs, www.applescooter.com

Wheelchairs may also be provided free of charge to resort guests, subject to availability upon check-in.

A piece of advice about charging your scooter: Charge your scooter in your room. There are limited outlets outside the room, and if you leave the scooter to charge overnight, someone else may come along, unplug your scooter to use the outlet. The next morning, you will discover your scooter has not been charged.

Here is a link to a post with info and reviews about scooters by Mickey & Minnie Mom: http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=51492673&postcount=195


Can you give me some tips for traveling with someone with health issues or limited mobility?

Walt Disney World Disability Services (407) 560-2547

Here is what Ninja Mom, who has had a bout with cancer herself and is missing a part or two, has learned to do when going on a Disney trip....
1) Have realistic expectations

2) Plan Ahead!

3) "Zig" when everyone else "Zags" to avoid the crowds and spend less time waiting in lines

4) Go EARLY at park opening, LEAVE at Lunch time and go back to the hotel for a rest. Go out again for dinner and an evening of more attractions.

5) Start walking now
~NM

Here is a link to the complete post with additional detail and some fantastic words of wisdom

Suggestions for managing Disney with limited mobility by NinjaMom


How Do I Keep My Grey Goose Slushie from Sloshing out of the Flismy Cup They Gave Me?

About the only problem with the Grey Goose Slushie is that it is sold in a very flimsy martini glass. I find that as I drained more and more slushie, I was surprisingly more and more likely to tip over the cup while booking across the World Showcase trying to balance the cup and also snap pictures while walking. There must be a better way!

Very important tip from pixarmom: Use your refillable mug for the slushie. Pop on the lid. Insert straw. Enjoy!


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A refillable mug provides a 'stealth' container so you can travel with it out of the parks and back to the Beach/Yacht club. Florida has a "No open container of alcohol" law so if Cast Members see you coming toward the exit of EPCOT with what's obviously a slushie or other alcoholic drink they will tell you to finish it or dump it.


~So take a container or chug the remainder!~


Can you explain "String-Bag Theory" to me?

Well, I am no physicist, but yes I can!

Some of you know that I have an unhealthy obsession with string bags and Ziplocs.

1) On days when we don't need ponchos, we try to only bring what we can carry through in our hands or pockets. Folded backsack(s) in back pocket. Cell Phones and small point & shoot cameras in shorts pockets or larger camera hanging around neck (no camera bag)- extra memory cards/batteries in pockets. Carry bottles of water.

Once you are through bag check, you can take the folded backsack out of your back pocket and empty the things in your pockets, plus the drinks, into the sack to make it easier to carry.

2) This is how we packed our ponchos for the Disney parks last July.

We rolled our ponchos into a large (2 or 2 1/2 gallon bag). Any other stuff we brought into the parks, like moleskin, extra memory cards, camera batteries and journals for notes, went into another, smaller plastic bag. We also carried another empty large ziploc to keep everything dry if it rained. We would wear the ponchos and then the string bag and contents would fit into the bag. When it stopped raining, we tried to wring out the ponchos, roll them up and place them back in their bag so they didn't get everything else wet.

It was great going through bag check. We had two clear see-through bags that the checkers didn't even have to open- just look and give a quick squeeze. Someone else carried the deflated string bag in their pocket. Once past that point, the two bags went back into the string bag.






PS- my bag was custom made by DISer Mickeystoontown. She often adds a Mickey Head outline decoration to the bag but I preferred to have mine without one.

PPS- the observant reader may notice that some of these bags are Hefty, not Ziploc. A rose by any other name...


How do I...

Multi-quote more than one post?
There are 3 buttons on the bottom right corner of every post. The normal Quote button, the Multi Quote button ("+) and the Quick Reply button (scroll and quill). Click the middle Multi Quote button ("+) on all of the posts you want to quote. The buttons will backlight red when you select it. When you have selected all of the posts, go to the bottom of the page and click on the POST REPLY button. You will be taken to a Dialog box where all of the posts will be quoted, ready for your answers.


Make a ticker?

Post a Photo on the DIS?
sub-lesson:
Upload all of your pictures into Photobucket in Large, not Full-size, format
Note- March 2013: This feature is not currently working on the Photobucket Beta version. All photos are loading in a large format. Resizing of pictures must be done individually. ARGH!!!!
ETA: March 15- this feature was added to the Beta version


Hyperlink a post?

How do I go from this: Stormalong Bay Pool Complex http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=44296451&postcount=2

To this? Stormalong Bay Pool Complex

People can click on this and it will bring them to the post about SAB.

To hyperlink (that is, show just the words that you want to click on instead of the link address above, you need to add the following symbols. I am going to replace brackets [ with braces { or otherwise you wouldnt be able to see what I was typing

add {url= before the address
add } after the address
Type the name of the chapter
Highlight the name of the chapter you have just typed, then use the symbols to underline and color (Blue is commonly used)
End the post with {/url}


So your line will look like:
{url=
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=44296451&postcount=2}{U}{COLOR="Blue"}Stormalong Bay Pool Complex{/COLOR}{/U}{/url}


Do you have any packing tips?

How NinjaMom packs for a trip

A Simpler Approach from Best Aunt

Packing bottles of liquid (adult beverages) in checked luggage

And a couple from natebenma:

If you are bringing more than 1 suitcase, make sure you have at least one outfit for each traveler in each piece of luggage. If one bag gets lost, at least everyone will have something to wear.

Legos- these are my sons' favorite souvenirs. In order to get our haul home after a trip to the Lego Store, I open the box and pack the individual bags in our suitcases. Much less bulky. If you want to save the box, you can flatten and put a the bottom of your suitcase.

Essential items: Don't forget the chargers/batteries for your phones and cameras. A booklight if you will be reading out on the balcony in the early morning hours. Ziplock bags of all sizes! Many many uses for these. Swim goggles. Moleskin to help prevent blisters from forming. Glide body stick for chafing issues.


One Suggestion for Avoiding Frustration on your return trip from DTD-Dee's tip for avoiding the worst leg of travel in the World!

Please note that the opinions expressed are those of Natebenma alone (but have been been expressed by everyone else I have ever talked to)

The return trip from Downtown Disney to the Yacht & Beach Club, or to any resort for that matter is notoriously torturous. It's bad! We have not found the buses TO DTD to be all that bad but we HATE the buses that return from DTD to BC, it takes forever since the buses often stop at a water park, or change drivers, or make dropoffs at all of the EPCOT resorts, or all of the above. And the DTD return buses are always crowded. Always.

This is what we do, and it has made our trips to DTD SO much more enjoyable. Not faster. But funner! You need park hopper tickets for this, which IMHO is a great idea anyway when you are staying at BC/YC. It also requires that you return prior to the closing time for EP- either 9 PM or midnight on EMH nights.

When we are on our way back to the Beach Club, we take one of the DTD resort boats (to POR, OKW or Saratoga Springs). We find the bus stop at the resort and hop on a bus to EPCOT, then we walk through the park, enjoying attractions along the way.

Both days we did this we planned our DTD on a morning we had been at EP, and as a double bonus, we pulled a FP to Soarin' before leaving the park in the morning, and then used it on our way back to the room.

ETA: with new FP enforcement rules, this perk may be kaput :sad2:

Here are the two posts from my TR where we did this.

July 2010

July 2009

A similar method works for us when we are traveling from another resort back to the BC- we take the monorail or bus to EP first.



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Be Our Guest List :banana::banana::banana:


Guest Lists:

If you would like to be added to the "Be Our Guest" List, post on this thread with the dates of your stay, which resort (BC, YC, BCV) and any other info you want to include (special birthday or anniversary celebration, first Disney trip, family gathering, etc.)


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2015

May :daisy:

Alli76 May YC
coley444 May
robinbutterfly May BC (split with GF)
MOM POPPINS May BC or BCV???
sherri18 May BC (son's wedding)
summerw early May ??
ldnoggle May YC
DrGirly May BC (girls trip with mom, PhD celebration)
treemi01 May YC
LENNON500 May BC (Honeymoon)
mackeymouse4eva May YC
rcraw45425 May 24-28 (moved to Poly for daughter's graduation request)

maa May 1-5 BC (last Expedition Everest Challenge)
ready2vacation May 1-9 BC CL
mchelle77 May 3-6 BC (after cruise)
busymommy2pink May 5-16 2015 YC
purplepanda19438 May 6-9 YC (after POFQ 5/2-5/5, 50th BD celebration)
treemi01 May 6-10 YC (10th Anniversary)
mbtohill May 7-10 YC
OhioWDWDuo May 8-12 YC (then BWI)
Vaninou May 13-23 2015 BC CL Deluxe
Tink03477 May 14-20 BC (solo trip)
Mom2m&k May 15-20 YC
xjay May 15-20 BC CL SV
xjay's parents May 15-20 YC CL WV
ceecee May 15-22 BC CL
msmama May 15-23 BC CL (Star Wars Weekend)
HockeymomR May 16-21 BC CL
lillyshula May 16-21 YC GV
disneydee6 May 16-22 YC CL
AshH32 Week of 5/17 YC
Adlergray May 20-24 BC CL (then Poly 5/24-27)
sunnysideup3 May 20-25 BC CL
dkfajr1 May 21-25 YC
AngiTN May 21-25 BC GV
everymoment Memorial Day weekend BC
rdw May 23-27 YC GV (5 nights then WL 3 nights)
tuckerkeys May 23-May 30 BCV (after Swan)
EeyoreFan5 May 23-31 YC GV
linznjody May 24-31 BCV (after Darkside, 8 family members)
dwdeb May 24-June 3 YC CL
robinbutterfly May 25-30 BC
tylerbeachclub#1fan May 25-31 BC (SWW)
cadawson May 27-31 YC GV
MickeyEars May 25-June 3 YC
Barbara C May 27-June 2
dismomtfj May 27-June 4 YC
outahere May 28-29 BC CL (25th Anniversary, DS 21st BD)
Boski May 28-June 2 BC
cluelyss May 29-June 1 YC
LeahA May 29-June 6 YC
Dispro1 May 30-June 6 BC CL
TDluvsDaisy May 30-June 13 BCV (8 nights studio, 6 nights 1 BR)

June :cool2:

kgoodb00 June BC
OnSpaceshipEarth June BC
TIME2DISNEY June ??
HawgPharm June BC?
39Cinderella June BC or BCV?
Sandy321 June BCV
kids1617 June BC
tcherjen June YC (First Deluxe Stay)
JD3ofthem June YC
jagfanjosh3252 maybe April
Mickey & Minnie Mom June/July BC or BCV
natebenma June 9-13, All Star Movies, 8th grade Class Trip

TeacherDL early June BC
TIME2DISNEY June 3-6 BC WV
Monykalyn June 4-7 BC (after CBR, Star Wars Weekend)
kerryamayo June 4-7 BC CL
Bree June 4-10 BC CL SV
AliceIn June 6-7 BC CL (after CR)
sallytigger June 6-13 BC
ichabody June 6-18 BC CL
2infinityandbeyond June 7-14 BC
WLfamily June 7-14 BC GV
em36 June 10-17 YC CL LV
4Spen June 12-19 BC (DD 10th BD)
mikec442 June 12-21 YC
amlc June 14-16 BCV, June 16-19 BC
JenDel June 14-20 BC CL
eeyore45 mid June BCV
Susiec June 16-26 YC GV (DH 50th BD, new career celebration)
izzylovesmickey June 17-23 BC (then WL, DD 21st BD, DS 19 BD)
eelkmj01 June 18-25 YC (BD Celebration)
DisneyAllen June 18-27 BC CL
mukorasirish June 19-28 BC CL deluxe
EasternShoreGal June 20-July 2 BCV 2BR (graduation trip)
dandydad12 June 20-July 5 BC
kgoodb00 June 21-26 BC
Tallent June 23-26 BC (after AKL)
Gryffinclaw June 23-28 BC (after POFQ)
JC Turner June 24-July 9 YC GV
disny_luvr June 27-30 BC (before Poly)

July :sunny:

DisneyDmbNut July BC CL WV
2golftoday July
Loch Lomond July BC
funkmaster July BC GV
abk96 July 24-Aug 1 moved to BWI/GF (DD HS graduation, DD 8th BD celebrations)

rescuetink July 4 BC
HockeyMomNH July 4th weekend BC
IHRTWDW July 6-20 BC
Ferrentinos July 7-14 BC (after Poly CL)
Disneylover42 July 7-14 YC GV
vyrg July 9-20 YC
Ferrentinos July 11-14 YC (after cruise)
nhtinkerbell July 11-18 YC
MelanieRI July 12-17 YC (after Poly 7/6-11, offsite)
catho72 July 15-17 BC (then POR 7/17-24)
izzylovesmickey July 17-23 BC CL
wdisneyaholic July 18-24 YC CL
rickenmartin78 July 18-25 YC (15th Anniversary)
Elandon July 23-30 BC CL
Missyrose & pixeldust July 24-26 BCV
TigrLuvsPooh July 25-Aug 1 BC CL
Best Aunt July 27 BCV (1 night, then Geekycon)
daneenm July 27-Aug 1 YC CL (before Disney cruise, DD HS grad, DS MS grad)
JSagitas July 28-Aug 4 BC
kldmom2000 July 29-Aug 4 BC
njmom76 July 29-Aug 11 BC
Mom2gymnasts July 30-Aug 2 BC (after beach)
isaboo July 31-Aug 5 BC CL (then Dark Side)

Aug :grouphug:

OurLaughingPlace Aug BC (2 nights, before POR)
jennyjinx3 Aug YC
mm1971 late Aug YC
toasterstrudel Aug YC
dina7 Aug YC
disneyshan Aug YC (split with AoA Cars Suite)
Reluctant Disaholic Aug BC 5 days (after Poly)
DisneyFreak06 changed vacations

dandydad12 Aug 1-8 BC
funforfive Aug 5-11 (20th Anniversary, 5-0 BDs)
MrsB76 Aug 7-21 BC GV
anjalee6 Aug 10-13 BC (after AKL)
Princess Michelle Aug 11-22 BC
sleepymouse Aug 12-16 YC GV
PrincessHannahsmum Aug 12-26 YC GV (2 weeks, DD 11BD)
pas130 Aug 13-22 BC CL LV (then Hard Rock CL 8/22-24) (BD)
BelleMum Aug 13-22 BC
debbiebee Aug 13-27 which resort? (DH 40th BD)
minnie121 Aug 14-22 YC GV
MagicalMerida Aug 14-28, 2015 YC
Kkb0517 mid Aug YC (5th Anniversary)
splashmt Aug 15-19 BC (after GF 8/11-15)
wdwlver Aug 15-23 BCV
BuzzyBelle Aug 15-23 YC GV
mhconley Aug 16-19 YC (then Poly 8/19-22)
Disneylover99 Aug 16-20 BC
DisneyPeachNJ Aug 16-22 BC
tarak Aug 16-23 BC
firsttimemagic Aug 17-22 YC CL (Honeymoon)
Disney before Sally Aug 17-23 BC
darrenf67 Aug 17-26 BC (from Australia)
patclairesmom Aug 17-26 YC
mandysmom Aug 17-27 BC
patclairesmom Aug 18-26 YC
ScottMC and JNPants Aug 19-24 BC (after CR 8/14-8/19)
stitch7977 Aug 19-26 BC
jakeybake Aug 20-27 BC GV (8/19 Poly)
2bPooh Aug 20-29 BC CL
Disneymomx7 Aug 20-31 BC LV
WDW4us2006 Aug 21-26 BC (25th Anniversary)
Madame Aug 21-28 BC
Sunshine11 Aug 21-29 YC
goofy78 Aug 22-27 BC (then Dark Side)
WDW-WOW Aug 22-27 YC (then Poly Aug 27-Sept 1)
beebeeryan Aug 22-28 BC
minniemomRN Aug 22-30 BC
kayakstef Aug 22-Sept 1 YC
TinkPirateMom Aug 24-28 BC SV
minnie2719 Aug 24-29 YC GV (engagement celebration)
mcd2745 Aug 25-?? BC
mimi'sgirl Aug 25-31 BC
MammerJammer Aug 25-Sept 1 YC (First visit)
annabug Aug 26-Sept 2 BC
kurtsmom Aug 27-31 (then Disney cruise, 30th Anniversary)
kcpinwdw Aug 28-Sept 1 BC (part of split stay)
tink228 Aug 28-Sept 5 YC
***HockeyMomR, Ninjamom, Nannette & Natebenma*** (Four Mousketeers) Aug 29-Sept 1, then 3 Amigos off to AKL
floridagirl61 Aug 29-Sept 2 BC (30th Anniversary)
klbrow11 Aug 29-Sept 5 BC
rramsr Aug 29-Sept 6
Howellsy Aug 29-Sept 8 YC (Honeymoon)
mi*vida*loca Aug 31-Sept 5 BC (after split with poly 8/27-8/31)
stephensmom Aug 31-Sept 12 BC
Coconut8473 last week in August BC
Sailormoon2 end of August BC

Sept :teacher:

sunfun94 Sept BC
cantwaitvaca09 Sept BC CL
Mewissy Sept BC
MamaToDavis Sept BC CL
tony609 Sept BC GV
jewels1916 Sept YC CL (Food & Wine)
pigletgirl Sept BC
Beth06015 Sept BC
Johnstamosfever Sept
Kebby Sept BC
mrsclark mid Sept BCV studio (maybe switch to CR TPV)

meggers628 Sept 8-17 (moved to Poly)
cristen72 Sept 1-6 BC (20th Anniversary- no kids)
Rags Labor Day Weekend
Rosebud123 Sept 2-7 (then Poly)
mamathompson Sept 3-12 BC (group trip- 4 rooms, 15 people)
DIS-OH Sept 4-7 YC (30th Anniversary)
joannjoe Sept 4-7 BCV 2BR
Andrea817 Sept 4-8 BC
rev02a Sept 4-12 BCV
tbhh1234 Sept 5-12 BCV
To the honeypots Sept 5-12 BC
INPartyof5 Sept 5-13 YC (13th Anniversary)
drgnfly30 Sept 6-12 YC
nadira36 Sept 11-25 BC CL
mcurrence Sept 12-14 BC GV (before Dream cruise, MNSSHP)
ocalla Sept 12-19 BC
E&As Mom Sept 12-20 YC
jsbgeo Sept 12-20 BC (5th Anniversary)
nanaka Sept 13-19 YC
DisneyNannie Sept 13-19 BC GV
DisneyFanJenn Sept 13-21 BC
Polishnavy Sept 14-18 BC GV
khurley23 Sept 16-26 BC, hopefully (40th BD)
Pooh's-Honey-Pot, disgirl83, dznyacct Sept 18-25 BCV
DeniseV929 Sept 18-26 BC GV/Woods View
nat8199 Sept 19-26? YC GV
Christine9125 Sept 19-25 2015 BC CL (BF's first trip)
Lewdannie Sept 19-25 BC (2 families from Oz, part of trips to BLT, DL hotel, NYC, Chicago)
monica9 Sept 19-26 BC SV (11th anniversary)
mkillian21 Sept 20-27 BC
BostonDisGal Sept 20-27 BC (DD 4th BD)
mymankeith Sept 22-28 BCV
vettegirl Sept 23-29 YC
KatrinfromGermany Sept 25-Oct 2 BC or Not BC- That is the Question
dreamseeker9 Sept 25-Oct 2 YC (40th BD with friends and family)
maryandtyson Sept 26-Oct 3 BC

October :hmghost:

MEK Oct 2015 BCV (3 night following cruise)
goodeats Oct 2015 BC
1 Disney Fan Oct 2015 BC (maybe)
bath1960 Oct BC CL Deluxe
Sheri Andersen Oct BC
phyllis1966 Oct BC
EllieMay2 Oct YC

Jojo200 Oct 1-4 YC GV
softballmom3 Oct 3-9 BCV
WDWHereWeeeCome Oct 3-9 BC (then WL 2 nights)
MikeRx Oct 3-10 (maybe) BC or BCV
AndiJL Oct 3-10 BC
em36 Oct 5-10 BC
EmmaMagsMom Oct 7-14 BC CL
ZehnJahren Oct 8-11 BC (getaway w/mom for F&W)
shaz14 Oct 10-17 BC (14th Anniversary)
helenm29 Oct 12-23 (couples trip without the kids)
adoptnky Oct 15-19 YC (20th Anniversary, DH BDay)
Lalabubbles Oct 15-27 BC GV (10 year anniversary, DD 9th BD)
jlundeen Oct 16-23 BC GV (40th Anniversary)
crazy4wdw Oct 17-23 BC
Hopefully Oct 17-24 BCV 1BR (F&W)
mommyrosa2 Oct 18-24 BC CL (30th Anniversary)
Jacqui and family Oct 9-17 YC (DH 50th BD)
WoodNymph Oct 21-26 BC GV
neville04 Oct 22 YC
caseystigger Oct 22-27 BC CL (Girls Only!)
Chris4disney Oct 24-Nov 1 BCV 2BR
nikki7680 Oct 25-31 YC
sophie832 Oct 26-31 BCV 1BR (after 3 nights BLT)
graychef Oct 27-Nov 3 BCV (first time/Food & Wine)
southjerseymom Oct 31-Nov 4 BC GV (then POR)
GeorgiaHoo late Oct YC WV

Nov :squirrel:

Angel Ariel Nov YC (split with SOG)
AThrillingChase Nov BC (Wine & Dine Half)
WiscMomof2 Nov BC CL (20th Anniversary, kid-free trip)
TooBoyz4us Nov YC GV
McMonsters Nov BC

mggeary early Nov BC
msteffen Nov 1-8 BC
P'colaBeachBum Nov 3-5 BC (F&W)
btk2333 Nov 5-9 BCV (Wine & Dine Half Marathon)
RogueKnits Nov 5-9 BC (Wine & Dine Half Marathon)
ZellyB Nov 5-9 BC GV (Wine & Dine Half Marathon)
1princeand2princesses Nov 7-14 BC
Ceryssa Nov 8-13 YC
PrincessTaylorsMom Nov 8-15 BC (family trip)
FireflyFi Nov 11-16 BC GV
Sam33 Nov 11-18 YC
teekathepony Nov 11-21 YC GV
JediBonas Nov 12-19 YC
VeronicaBride Nov 13-18 BC (followed by 11/18-22 AKL Savannah)
Redsox15fan Nov 14-21 BC GV
kimmy85 Nov 14-21 BCV
DonnaDuck333 Nov 15-25 (maybe) (parents 50th Anniversary celebration)
andee515 YC Nov 18-26 YC
busymommy2pink Nov 19-21 BC CL (surprise after GF)
DisneyQueen1320 Nov 21-23 YC (maybe)
WendyWuWu Nov 27-Dec 5 YC
jecon Nov 30-Dec 5 YC
ClareH37 Nov 30-Dec 10 BC LV

Dec :santa:

jamerican Dec BCV studio

Oswin Dec YC

ready2vacation Dec 4-12 BC CL
cocoabean1 Dec 6-14 YC WV (35th Anniversary)
Katesdad Dec 11-17 BCV ("Seeing the Light")
kmorlock Dec 11-19 BCV studio
focusondisney Dec 16-19 YC CL GV (after CR, celebrating Christmas and 60)
Zummi525 Dec 17-26 BCV
Hi Pluto Dec 18-23 BC GV
Dr Gunnie Dec 18-23 BC SV
Ferrentinos Dec 26-Jan 2 BC
izzylovesmickey Dec 30-Jan 5 BC


2016

sarahb74 2016 BC

HumblePie Jan 2016 BC (Big BD celebration)
MickeyT Jan 6-11 BCV **7th Annual Family Marathon Weekend**
amylevan Feb 2016 BC or YC
MaC410 April 2016 Honeymoon
ALK$Disney April 9 (before cruise) BC
Nicnic May 2016 BC
louey May 2016 YC (Girls Trip)
The Littles May 2016
sydneysmom June 2016
Pinkgirl Aug 21-Sept 2 2016 YC

Sarahb Aug 21-Sept 2 BC 2016 BC

2017
louey YC Family Vacation

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PHOTOS, VIDEOS, TRIP REPORTS
& LINKS TO PREVIOUS CLOSED THREADS






picture provided by littlewhiterabbit


For really cool aerial views of the resort, check out this BING map of the resort and surrounding area- you can zoom in and out.
Teena said she thought she saw her car in the parking lot!!!


Aerial Map of Beach Club Resort


Need to feed your fix for pix? :3dglasses

Link to Yacht Club, Beach Club and Beach Club Villa Photos~ Post All Your Photos!!!


Yacht Club Photos by DISUnplugged

I started up two View Threads in the Resort Photo Subforum:

Beach Club Room Views

Yacht Club Room Views


The purpose of these threads is to give some samples of rooms in various view categories at the Yacht and Beach Clubs.


Videos:


"Disney Happy" by ChipnDaleRule

Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort, July 2014

Video: Inside Look at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts, June 2013 Look for Teena at 1:14 in this video

Check out this YouTube video with a mini-tour of parts of the resort. Room depicted is in the Beach Club resort Video Tour


I discovered a recent post on YouTube which has video of the new Beach Club rooms:



For your listening pleasure: Yacht & Beach Club Area Music


Trip Report and Review Links:


List of People Who Travel to Disney


Reviews




September 2014 BC, AskSiri
Summer 2014 Reviews, BC and YCYC CL Review, August 2014, wdwfan
BC Review, September 2103, AskSiri
BC Review, September 2013, MattK67
YC Resort Review, 11 days August 2013, Disney Dukers
YC Resort Review, Aug 23-30, beebeeryan
2 weeks at BC in August, KAZPRINCESS
Beach Club CL, Aug 18-23, visegrip72
Yacht Club Review by TXTiggergal, Aug 11-17
Moms Only Beach Club Trip by Rafikifan, June 27-July 2013
Yacht Club Review by DisneyDoc5, June 2013

Posts by CTDisney, April 2013-
Room 5154
Our Thoughts on Club Level
Yacht Club Resort
Highlights from Around the World

Yacht Club Review January 2013 by bean bunny


Trip Reports

What Happens at the Beach Club, Aug 2014 by natebenma
Dining with DISers, An August 2014 BC report by Janetmom (in process)
Turning 3 at Disney, 9 nights BC CL, May 2014 blog by javail
Disney's BC Resort: Sun & Sand at EPCOT's Back Door by TigrLuvsPooh (Erika)
Hijinks & Shenanigans (but not much Mayhem), Hard Rock and Beach Club, July 2013 by natebenma
Beach Club posts start on page 19
Live Report, TigrLvsPooh May 25-June 1, 2013 Yacht Club
Happily Ever After Begins Here by missyrose, pictures by pixeldust, Oct 2012 BCV
A May 2012 Beach Club Trip of a Lifetime by Feckless
March Break 2012 at the Yacht Club by JanetMom

Frozen Fun at the Beach Club by counselormom, December 2011
Bazinga! It was LEGEN-wait for it-DARY by creativeamanda, June 2011

3rd Annual We are "NEVER" going to Disney in the summer again :cool2: TR by natebenma, July 2009 and July 2010 Beach Club


Podcasts

The DIS Podcast team recently did shows on the Beach Club resort and Yacht Club resort:
Only negative is Captains Grille and they didn't seem to know about the refurbishment schedule


http://www.disunplugged.com/2015/02/18/dis-unplugged-podcast-021915-7-in-7-beach-club/

http://www.disunplugged.com/2015/02/20/dis-unplugged-podcast-022015-7-in-7-yacht-club/




Comparisons of Yacht/Beach Club to other Disney Resorts:



YC/Coronado Springs Resort
BC/YC/AKL by mousegear
Beach Club/Wilderness Lodge/Animal Kingdom Lodge by maryandtyson
Beach & Yacht Club/Monorail Resorts, by helenb
Beach Club/Wilderness Lodge, by Wood Nymph
Yacht Club Concierge/Wilderness Lodge Concierge, MouseMommy1
Beach Club/Boardwalk Inn, ScottMC
Beach Club/Boardwalk Inn, pixarmom






Links to the previous, "closed" threads


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Beach and Yacht Club Community Page :banana::banana::banana:

August 2014 5th Annual Beach & Yacht Club DIS Meet

Monday August 18, 2014, 6:30 PM
Solarium at the Beach Club





Front Row: Mommyrosa2, Natebenma, Disneymomx7, YCFan, JanetMom holding Buzzy, ScottMC, TeenaS, ~NM
Back Row: TaraK, YCFan's Son A., Carol (HockeyMomR's Mom), HockeyMomR, The Magical One, JNPants




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July 2013 4th Annual Beach & Yacht Club DIS Meet

Sunday July 7, 2013, 6:30 PM
Solarium at the Beach Club


DIS Meet 2013 Pictures



Couchy, Teena, Robyn's daughter, Disneymomx7 (Robyn)




With Flat Dee




July 2012 Yacht & Beach Club 3rd Annual DIS meet:

Sunday July 22, 6 PM
Solarium at the Beach Club


Here are a couple of photos from the Y&BC DIS meet on Sunday.

The first picture is DisneyDadinPA and his wife, with Lauren(The Magical One), another CM at the resort and Teena.


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Here is the rest of the group:


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Here is a closeup of one of the "Flat" visitors:

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There was also a visit from the 3 Caballeros- I'm not sure if I have a closeup of this.


Expected attendees: :thumbsup2 TeenaS, Disneymomx7 (Robyn), Magical One (Lauren), catho72, tinacaplan, Flat Dee (Natebenma) and friends

And there was a surprise appearance by YCFan!!!



July 2011 Second Annual Beach & Yacht Club DIS meet and surprise "Nanny Shower":

Monday July 25, 6 PM
Solarium at the Beach Club



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Thanks for the photos, kldmom2000!

For more pictures from the meet/shower, check out this thread: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=42109256#post42109256


Expected attendees: :thumbsup2 TeenaS, Disneymomx7 (Robyn), jennb, lov2b@disney (Sandy), kldmom2000, YCFAN, Magical One (Lauren), jultomzach (maybe), Flat Dee (Natebenma), Flat pixarmom

August 2010 Yacht & Beach Club DIS meet:

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Thanks for the photo, LovintheLodge!


And now, please rise for the Beach & Yacht Club FAQ Official Anthem:

Then of course there is that Song Wasted Away in Beach Clubaritaville.
Here are the lyrics to that:


Nibblin' on cup cakes,
watchin' the sun bake;
All of those tourists covered with oil.
Strummin' my six string on my full balcony swing.
Smell those shrimp At Cape May Cafe
They're beginnin' to boil.

Wasted away again in Beach Clubaritaville,
Searchin' for my lost shaker of salt.
Some people claim that there's a Greeter to blame,
But I know it's nobody's fault.

Don't know the reason,
Stayed here all season
With nothing to show but this brand new magic band.
But it's a real beauty,
A Brazillian cutie, how it got here
I haven't a clue.

Wasted away again in Beach Clubaritaville,
Searchin' for my lost shaker of salt.
Some people claim that there's a Greeter to blame,
Now I think, - hell it could be my fault.

I blew out my Fast Pass,
Stepped on a Chair hog,
Cut my heel, had to cruise on back home.
But there's booze in the blender,
And soon it will render
A Sunken Treasure that helps me hang on. (*note, the ST is not a frozen drink, but maybe it should be!)


Wasted away again in Beach Clubaritaville
Searchin' for my lost shaker of salt.
Some people claim that there's a Greeter to blame,
But I know, it's my own damn fault.
Yes, and some people claim that there's a Greeter to blame
And I know it's my own damn fault.



This just in! As of March 2013, the pins have all been distributed! Thanks Nannette for taking on the task of mailing these out!

Are you staying at the Yacht or Beach Club or the Beach Club Villas and want to meet or be recognized by other DIS'ers? Thanks to a wonderful design from RustManFan of the Creative Designs Forum, and the enthusiasm of DIS'er Janloz, we now have fashionable pins available upon request and free of charge!


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Bye Bye Bon Bons


I have an announcement that may be upsetting to some... The chefs at the resort are no longer making Oreo Bon Bons for sale in the Beach Club Marketplace gift shop. This was once the signature dessert at the Cape May Clambake, but I believe they were discontinued at the buffet there awhile ago. Since then, they have been for sale in 6 packs in one of the grab and go cases, but I have been told by someone who was there yesterday that the last day they were selling them was Saturday.

Just in case anyone is having withdrawals, here is a recipe for the play at home version.

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Oreo Bon Bons

Ingredients (Yield 3 Dozen)

Mousse

  1. 16 oz. heavy cream
  2. 6 egg yolks
  3. 16 oz. white chocolate
  4. 4 gelatin sheets or 2 tbs. powdered gelatin place in 3 oz water
  5. 1 dozen Oreo Cookies (crumbled)
  6. 3 dozen Oreo Cookies (whole)
Ganache

  1. 16 oz. dark chocolate
  2. 16 oz. heavy cream
Instructions

Mousse

  1. Melt chocolate.
  2. Whip 16 oz. heavy cream until consistency of ice cream.
  3. Place gelatin in cold water.
  4. Heat egg yolks until warm; add chocolate, stirring constantly.
  5. Place gelatin in microwave until gelatin is dissolved.
  6. While gelatin is heating, add one third of heavy cream to the egg yolk and white chocolate mixture; mix well.
  7. Add a little of the cream to the heated gelatin and mix well, then add both the gelatin mixture and the chocolate mixture to the remaining whipped cream and fold until incorporated.
  8. Fold in crumbled cookies, mixing well. Let mousse set up, around 2-4 hours.
  9. Place 3 dozen Oreo cookies on a sheet pan. Pipe mousse onto cookies, and dip into ganache.
Ganache

  1. Over light heat, melt 16 oz. chocolate into 16 oz. of heavy cream, mixing until combined.

Sunken Treasure: The unofficial beverage of the Beach and Yacht Club FAQ forum:


Ode to my "first" Sunken Treasure by natebenma



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Contents: Malibu Rum, Midori, orange juice, pineapple juice and Sprite with a splash of BOLS Blue Curacao.


Thanks, pixarmom, Feckless, WDW4us2006 and Ninja Mom for the photos!

Please note that the Sunken Treasure is no longer on the menu at Hurricane Hanna's, however if you get a bartender who knows how to make the drink, you may still be in luck!


Thanks to medicgirl177, who experiemented at great personal risk to decipher the secret formula:

Sunken Treasure- recipe by medicgirl177
1 1/2 shots Midori
1 shot Malibu Coconut Rum
1 shot orange juice
1 shot pineapple juice
Sprite or 7-Up to fizzy taste
1 shot Blue Curaçao
Over ice
Dress with Pineapple slice, cherry, or umbrella



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Yacht and Beach Club Voluptuous Noodle Swap Historical Page


I am sorry to inform everyone that the resort will no longer allow pool noodles to be held in storage and passed between guests, so the private Noodle Swap coordinated on the BC/YC FAQ thread has been discontinued. Bell Services will no longer be permitted to accept or keep noodles turned in to them.


Thank you to everyone who has participated in the swap! The posters on the this forum were able to successfully execute a pool noodle swap from June 2011 until September 2012. It was certainly fun and lasted a lot longer than anyone ever imagined when we started this!


Meet the Noodle Family:

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Paul, Pastina, Penne and Ramen

They will making their first visit to Disney World and the Beach Club in June 2011. They have decided to take up permanent residence at the resort and will be spending time with different families as part of a "noodle relocation program"

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Well, after their introduction to the Beach Club/Yacht Club and Stormalong Bay, the Noodle Family has decided to stick around. The first handoff was successful!


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(Photo) "Diary of a Non-Wimpy Noodle"
http://www.flickr.com/photos/63237606@N03/


December 2011 antics by heatherbabydoll1:

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=43456272&postcount=413


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Here's Bellebookworm9 enjoying the Noodle Family in October 2011:


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The Noodles are having a little International Fun with ChipNDaleRule's family:

Anticipating the Upcoming Olympic Games- Is there a Yoga Competition???



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Celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee


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The Noodles Get Married, August 22, 2012
Unfortunately, it didn't work out. Pinkgirl wanted to take them back to the UK, but, surprisingly, the noodles were inflexible. They wanted to stay at Stormalong Bay. Can't say I blame them!


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IN MARCH 2012, THE NOODLES WENT MISSING!


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Are they pool hopping at another Disney resort? (why would they?)
Did they leave along with Matthew, Johnny or Robert after their guest appearances at Captains Grille?
Or did a more nefarious fate befall the family???

We have a few leads and have assembled a crack (crack-pot?) team of imaginary detectives to solve the case of the Great Noodle Caper (mmm... noodles with capers...). We will let you all know what Thomas Magnum, Jessica Fletcher, Barnaby Jones or the team from Scooby Doo discover.
(Check the abandoned Wonders of Life Pavilion- old man Jones was seen skulking about)

Update- due to the generosity of guests, a new set of noodles "resurfaced" and the swap continued for several additional months.





Time Flies When You are at the World


Starring: Buzzy









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Bonus Content: Buzzy’s Guide to the Ladies Rooms of the World Showcase
 
Lily's Pad:


I know a lot of you are new to the thread- there is a lot of history here and a lot of great friendships made in past versions of this thread, but I want to introduce Teena to anyone who doesn't know her (yet).

Teena is a greeter in the lobby of the Beach Club :wave:


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Hi Gang,

Just an FYI: My new hours (10 hour days) start this Sunday, June 9: 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM. That means I will probably take a 15 minute break around 10:30, then take my 45 minute lunch at 12:45, then a 10 minute break at 4:00 PM. I'll leave the lobby around 6:20 PM.


Look for her on Sundays and Mondays unless she and Bob are on one of their treasured cruises to Castaway Cay or out visiting her two shining lights in Vegas, her daughter Jeanne and her first grandchild, Lily born in July 2011.

Here is a link to some pictures when Teena was presented by Disney execs with an award from President Obama in May 2011 for helping out so much at Jeanne's school:


Presidential Award, May 2011


Presidential Award, 2013:




We were all eagerly awaiting "Peanut's" arrival in the months leading up to July and even had some fun, friendly competition to guess her birthdate and whether she was a Princess or a Pirate.

Lily's arrival was a very special moment for our beloved Teena in a year that has been tough due to some health issues. She bravely shared what she was going through with all of us, once again, in an attempt to help others who may be facing similar challenges. :grouphug:

Teena has faithfully posted on this board and has helped us all gain great knowlege about these resorts, so many of us who hang around here can now also answer the questions that are posted here.

I will occasionally post the photos she provides to me, because, well, Teena may know everything there is to know about the Beach Club but she don't know beans about technology! :rotfl:


Trip Report: Lily Goes Live: A Princess' First Visit to Her Kingdom (And More!)

This report follows Lily's first visit to WDW, plus trips to the Beach Club, Disneyland and MORE!




:welcome: Princess Lily!!! princess:

Disney (and the Beach Clubs) newest princess has arrived:


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Lillian (Lily) Grace
Born 7/11/11, 7:59 am
6 Lbs, 11 oz, 20 inches


Please note that Lillian is a name truly worthy of Disney royalty as this was the name of Walts wife.

It also goes without saying that 7 come 11 is a great date for a baby born in Las Vegas!




Congratulations to Jeanne and Brian and to proud Nanny Teena and Pop Pop Bob!



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Lily at 2 weeks old:

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Lily at 3 months old:

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Lily's First Halloween- Disney-style of Course:

Lily and her parents were first place winners in the Best Group Costume Category.

Teena's grandaughter is an adorable Dalmation!

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Lily at Christmastime:

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Lily, October 2012

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From Teena, June 2013:

Jeanne said Lily FINALLY likes princess stuff. She was not into the princesses at all but Jeanne got so tired of her watching the parades (a friend taped them onto a DVD for her), Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Jake the Pirate, that she started putting Disney movies in the DVD player. She started with Cars and Nemo and after being sick of them being played over and over again, Jeanne put in Beauty and the Beast. OMG ... she loved it after the first hour of crying for Nemo. And when Belle dances around, Lily dances around.

I had purchased a bunch of princess dresses (of course) and one of them (the green one) is there in Vegas and the rest are here since I figured Jeanne would want her to wear them when we visit WDW. She has shown it to Jeanne but Jeanne had no interest in frilly things .... UNTIL NOW. Apparently she pointed to it after the second time of "dancing" to Beauty and the Beast and screamed "mama, mama, put on". So on it went and she danced and danced and danced. So we now have an official Disney Princess!!!!!



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Jeanne, Teena and Lily:

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BTW- Kudos to Cinderumbrella (July 10) and 333disneymom (July 12) who came closest in the "Is Peanut a Princess or a Pirate" pool-
Honorable Mention goes to BCV23 for having the correct date (July 11), but the wrong gender!
 
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