Hi! I have several practical questions for the GF experts, please. This is our first time staying here, and then back to moderates five years from now. Its me (49), DH(49) DD (22), and DD (18).. her graduation trip.
BEVERAGES: Can the fridge accomodate an open bottle of wine standing up with the cork in, a 2 liter soda, a quart of orange juice, 6 bottles of water and 6 Sam Adams? Are the refillable mugs for juice or milk, or just coffee, tea, and soda?Should a bring my own coffee for the coffee maker? DH only drinks decaf. I only drink regular.
STORAGE: Even with mostly shorts and tshirts, I know four adults will be crowded. Willwe be able to unpack much or will we somewhat still be living out of suitcases? Everyone is limited to one bag anyway, since we are driving down in my Prius.
Should I bring extra hangers to assist with clothing storage? There dont appear to be a lot a drawers. Does anything go under the bed or is it closed off?
ROOM REQUEST Like everyone else I am concerned about construction but determined not to let it bother me too much. We have a garden view room. Is this Ok for a room request? "We would like to request a non-dormer room with a full size balcony with a non-construction pool or resort view. " I've written this five times and it still sounds hokey and vague. Help! We actually live near the water so marina-side view is not preferable for us. I want to sit on the balcony and see some of those great GF red roofs!
THANKS !!!:
Welcome!
Congrats to your DD on her graduation, how wonderful she will get to celebrate at the Grand.
I'll try to help with your questions.
1) No. Sorry to be so blunt, but the fridge is quite small and will not fit anywhere near the amount or size of drinks you are describing. There is a photo on the first page, post #8 - I thought I posted one of the open fridge, but didn't, I'll see if I can find one for you. It is quite shallow, and there is a small shelf. We have put a large bottle of water in there, but on its side, it would not stand up.
We rarely buy the refillable mugs, so hopefully those who do can answer those questions more fully. I don't remember being able to fill with juice or milk - I checked my Gasprarilla's photos on the first page and only see a dispenser for coffee creamer.
We don't use the in room coffee maker much, either, but I believe they provided both decaf and regular coffee.
2) No need to bring hangers, the resort will provide as many as you need, simply call housekeeping when you get to the room and tell them how many you would like.
Not a lot of drawers, one of the drawbacks of the room renovations of 2007!, but we hang as much stuff as we can and just put underclothes and socks in the drawers. I assign one per person if we have more than just DD and me.
The beds do not have room under, we put our suitcases on the shelf in the closet. If there is not enough room there, you can use the space under the counter with sinks in the dressing area - there is a photo in the "Rooms" section of the first page, post #8 (first photo). Friends have commented they put a suitcase behind the chair, which you can see in the photos as well.
3) For request, I always keep it simple, not too wordy. Usually, I ask for "non-dormer, upper floor, Conch Key" or whatever building. If we are in club level, the building is already decided, so I usually ask for "non-dormer, upper floor, no connecting door"!
No reason to specify "full balcony" as all garden view rooms have a full balcony or patio.
The dormer rooms have an enclosed dormer balcony, but you already have "non-dormer" in your request, so I wouldn't waste the space. It is rumored the assigners don't like too many descriptors in one request.
Conch Key or Boca Chica would be great for you, if you prefer to have a view of the courtyard and other buildings.
HTH!
If you have any more questions, don't hesitate to ask, we'll try to help.
ETA: I couldn't find the GF fridge photo right away, but here is one of the BC - same refrigerator!