We still have no closing documents. Our guide says we are all closed as of early June, so hopefully that qualifies us for the $4.31 (or subsidy thereof). I think it has to since that is what we signed to, right? It was a factor for us when deciding between AKL and Aulani.
I'm pretty sure if the contract you signed states that the $4.31 is the rate that you will pay, they have to honor that contract. But it will be interesting to see how they handle it. What a mistake though!
The article was very interesting, if you get a chance to read it.
I'll keep my fingers crossed for all of you
I am sure
DVC is overwhelmed with setting things straight and your DVC sales person will call you soon.
On a similiar note, my DVC person called me the other day to pass on all of rave reviews from her visit to Aulani. She had told us she was getting to go and was going to report back. She couldn't say enough about the resort. She got to take some family members and were there for 3 nights/4 days. They never left the resort and had no desire to! A few of her highlights to me:
Make sure you go and tour the models as they are on the 10th floor with an amazing view.
The 3 bd Grand Villas are AMAZING!
The Rainbow Reef snorkeling area is beautiful but be aware it is cold in there. Not like a swimming pool at all but cast members in and out of the reef. the idea was to have this so the visitors that are inexperienced in snorkeling could have a relaxed and safe place to learn. You have to stay on the surface, no diving down to get a closer look.
Customer Service was incredible, above what she has experienced with Disney.
Don't miss the Menehune Trail (like a scavenger hunt). Even if you can't finish in one session, there is a way to save and finish later.
The Length of Stay package for $99 is well worth it for the gear it includes.
The CostCo is on the way to the resort so stop on your way in to stock up on supplies.
The upper pool view units have a partial ocean view. If you get a Pool View up on the 5th floor you will have a peek at the ocean. She says she felt like the Pool View was just as good as the Ocean View.
Oh, and if you get a Pool View on the 1st Floor you will be able to walk out your Lanai and right to the pool.
The Lazy "Stream" (she said that they said there are no rivers in Hawaii
) has surprises along the way so look as you float along.
I think that is it. I can't wait until August!
Later,
Sue
Right now it looks like there are rooms available for mid June. The only difficulty will be getting the standard view, which is a low point value. There are a couple days here and there, but they are getting booked up quick. Let the planning begin!
