(CLOSED) Disney's BOARDWALK INN and VILLAS INFORMATION THREAD

[csrafael]

I'm checking-in BWI 09/23 and leaving 10/01, but no signal of magic bands or FP+ . Anyone in these dates with FP+ ?

 

[bellanotte10]

Just curious, where did you get your tickets that your going to be delayed scheduling your fast passes?

military tickets. Ordering from the base nearby where my father works.

 

[bksomody]

I know this isn't the MagicBand thread but I have a problem with our MagicBands that I customized. We arrive at BWV October 13 and MDE said that today was my last day to cuustomize. I wasn't sure what I was doing and I accidentally ordered the wrong color for my mom's band. Now it says that it will ship soon and I can't change it at all. Even called Disney and they said that there was nothing that can be done. I'm wondering if we could change it when we get there. If not and it gets "lost", do you have to pay for a replacement? I also just read the FAQs on the MagicBands on the Disney site and it says you have until 10 days prior to arrival to customize so I really have no idea why MDE told me that today is the last day I had to customize. Ugh! Frustrated!

I think the only color you can get as a replacement or at check is grey. You can only get the colored if you preorder.

 

[bellepearle]

I think the only color you can get as a replacement or at check is grey. You can only get the colored if you preorder.

Ugh that stinks! Thanks for the reply though.

 

[Crazy Hakim]

Yes, gray bands are all that will be available at the resorts. Period.

 

[Jrpbabe2003]

Since there is no food court, is there a place for guests to use a microwave and a toaster?

 

[Crazy Hakim]

I'm checking-in BWI 09/23 and leaving 10/01, but no signal of magic bands or FP+ . Anyone in these dates with FP+ ?

Magic Bands will not be available at the BoardWalk until mid-October. No exact date yet.

 

[samnbilly]

I know this isn't the MagicBand thread but I have a problem with our MagicBands that I customized. We arrive at BWV October 13 and MDE said that today was my last day to cuustomize. I wasn't sure what I was doing and I accidentally ordered the wrong color for my mom's band. Now it says that it will ship soon and I can't change it at all. Even called Disney and they said that there was nothing that can be done. I'm wondering if we could change it when we get there. If not and it gets "lost", do you have to pay for a replacement? I also just read the FAQs on the MagicBands on the Disney site and it says you have until 10 days prior to arrival to customize so I really have no idea why MDE told me that today is the last day I had to customize. Ugh! Frustrated!

Hang in there!
They have really cool things to customize the MagicBands, so it will break up the color!
There are Magic Band Coverbands, MagicSliders, & MagicBandits.
These are so Disney cool, that she won't even notice the color!!

 

[DevonsDisneyMom]

Hang in there!
They have really cool things to customize the MagicBands, so it will break up the color!
There are Magic Band Coverbands, MagicSliders, & MagicBandits.
These are so Disney cool, that she won't even notice the color!!

The accessories for the magic bands are so cool! When we were at AKL in June they just had set up the kiosk in the gift shop with magic band accessories. My DS was so mad that we didn't have the bands! Lol! Hopefully when we go in may we will!

 

[acfbob]

Magic Bands will not be available at the BoardWalk until mid-October. No exact date yet.

We arrive Oct 15th at BWI and I was able to customize my bands and make some FP+ selections

 

[samnbilly]

The accessories for the magic bands are so cool! When we were at AKL in June they just had set up the kiosk in the gift shop with magic band accessories. My DS was so mad that we didn't have the bands! Lol! Hopefully when we go in may we will!

She'll most definitely have them for May.. I'm more excited about the accessories than my kids-lol

 

[bellepearle]

Yes, gray bands are all that will be available at the resorts. Period.

That stinks! Oh well.

 

[bellepearle]

Since there is no food court, is there a place for guests to use a microwave and a toaster?

I know the villas have those things. I think the studios have microwaves but I'm not sure about toasters. I don't know about the Inn side.

 

[bellepearle]

Magic Bands will not be available at the BoardWalk until mid-October. No exact date yet.

We arrive Oct 13 and we have MagicBands.

 

[Nanajo1]

I know the villas have those things. I think the studios have microwaves but I'm not sure about toasters. I don't know about the Inn side.

The studios have toasters. I have never stayed at the Inn.

 

[bellepearle]

Hang in there!
They have really cool things to customize the MagicBands, so it will break up the color!
There are Magic Band Coverbands, MagicSliders, & MagicBandits.
These are so Disney cool, that she won't even notice the color!!

Thanks. I know they do. I'm looking forward to that. I still don't understand why it told me that yesterday was my last day to customize when the FAQs say that you have until 10 days prior to your arrival to customize.

 

[momtwoboys]

can anyone point me in the direction of a recent pic or pics of a Studio at BWV? thanks!

 

[Jrpbabe2003]

I know the villas have those things. I think the studios have microwaves but I'm not sure about toasters. I don't know about the Inn side.

We are staying inn side. Would be nice for bfast items from home. If not, i guess we will do yogurts and other things for bfast

 

[gometros]

If my math is right, you're on the 9/21 sailing of the Fantasy? We are, too! Keep an eye out for the couple who look like big Boardwalk fans. . We're doing just one night before at VWL (I hear our thread hostess is fond of the WL ). But then we're back for 8 nights at BWV in November.

Are you on the meet thread here or on FB? You should join, we have a lively group.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Headed to the boardwalk Tuesday 9/17 to 9/21! Just a few days away! First disney club level stay. Thanks to all the posters here for the great information and pictures!

Yippee! You're going to have a wonderful time - enjoy!

Well, I have been reading this thread for some time now. Having never stayed at the Boardwalk, I am quite excited for our trip (sep 17-23.) All my other DVC states have been OKW or Saratoga. This is an exciting trip for us. We will be celebrating our anniversary as well as our son's first trip to the world. I've got 40 something trips under my belt (as well as taking my first steps at the Polynesian.)
No matter what, even tho I said it already, we are excited to be staying in the Epcot/DHS resort area...

Dan

to the DIS and the BWI/BWV thread, Dan!. Looks like you arrive the same day as lifeguard. Happy anniversary to you and you'll have to take your DS over to the Poly for a Dole Whip at CC.

Rapid Refill mugs- If I buy it at the little marketplace, are the pool, pizza place and bakery still able to refill it? I heard somewhere there is a disclaimer saying no pool bars, but I assume places without a food court will still do so. I really don't want to have to walk from pool to bakery to fill it. That would make it not worth it. Can anyone confirm filling them at the pool?

You can still refill at Luna Park Pool.

We're staying 4 days starting this weekend in a 1 br on rented points as a "try out DVC before you buy it" vacation.

We're Florida residents, passholders and have averaged 20 nights in WDW the last few years - usually 8-10 days in the Poly or BC, the rest long weekends at POR/POFQ.

IF we buy DVC (yes it's still an 'if') we would buy either BWV or BCV - we take our long trip in October and I figure the only way to get a reservation at either would be to own there. We can live with SSR for short-notice weekend jaunts.

Anything specific we should be looking for as frequent CRO guests/first time DVC at BWV? Locations within the villas? (do you like 1st floor or higher? Why?) Helpful hints for dealing without Mousekeeping? Things to not forget to bring (due to DW's coffee addiction, we know to bring basket-style not cone paper filter and ground coffee! I'm a workout nut, so I'll sample Muscles & Bustles), etc.

Welcome! Just have to do a little of this and throw out that you can also stay at any DVC on a cash reservation and you'll get daily housekeeping included and you can apply any applicable discounts such as FD or percentage off, like FL Resident rates. You can generally make these reservations at about the 7-9 month point as most villas are released as cash reservations at that point.

I really liked M&B, though Sturdy Branches is my favorite. M&B is small, but has just about everything. Jogging is also great at the Epcot Resorts. You can go down to DHS and around Crescent Lake.

Hope you're enjoying your stay!

I should have time at night. We're only the three days before boarding the Fantasy, turn come back for two days for the F&W.

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You're going to have a great surf and turf vacation!

Anyone know which BWI standard view rooms have a good view of Epcot(fireworks) and what I should request to get one? Thanks

You would want to request an "Epcot View." I have photos of Room 5282 HERE which has a great view and is on the top floor.

If my math is right, you're on the 9/21 sailing of the Fantasy? We are, too! Keep an eye out for the couple who look like big Boardwalk fans. . We're doing just one night before at VWL (I hear our thread hostess is fond of the WL ). But then we're back for 8 nights at BWV in November.

Yep, and she's fond of CR, too. Just booked a Tower Club room for June.

Since there is no food court, is there a place for guests to use a microwave and a toaster?

No. Only the villas come with a microwave and toaster, like a PP noted. If you're staying club level, you might have access.

can anyone point me in the direction of a recent pic or pics of a Studio at BWV? thanks!

HERE is an AllEars Studio video from last year.

HERE are some post-rehab Studio photos from 12/11.