(CLOSED) Disney's WILDERNESS LODGE and VILLAS INFORMATION THREAD ~11/13 - 6/14~

[WDWKOOK]

So, I have been lurking for some time now, but it's time for me to speak up.

My family (me, DW36, DS6, and DS4) have a trip planned for Sept. 28 - Oct. 10. I originally booked a room at our resort of choice from 2012, POR. But on the day FD hit, I was in trial and my wife and our AAA travel agent were left to make changes after POR was left off of FD. They booked a Woods, bunk bed room at WL.

I will say that it has taken a bit to get used to the idea of WL for me, but I had just come around within the past couple of days. Now it looks like the main pool will be closed. With 2 boys like mine, this is a deal breaker for me. Kook, LodgeLady, Wood Nymph - thank you for all you do on this board to help folks with their trips. I, for one, am much obliged. I'm sure I will make a few calls myself, but I have to admit that I am pretty frazzled right now. CSR is booked solid for that time period due to a major IT convention. The other deluxes either exceed our budget or have refurb problems of their own. Ugh. Just so disappointing. While my boys have a great time at WDW, this is the kind of thing that makes me appreciate our normal vacations to Hilton Head...

I'm not sure what your current plans are, but I wanted to welcome you to the thread and reassure you that WL is a wonderful resort with much to offer in terms of theming, location and amenities, even during any rehab. Don't be too frazzled yet as for now it appears any closure would only be at night. No resort is perfect, but I understand your apprehension, however, I wouldn't make any changes based on the latest information.

Well put, as always. It is too bad that a firm date isn't available and published clearly, but that information may not be precisely known by anyone at this point. As the immediate reaction shows, people are pretty passionate about the subject of resort rehab projects and nobody wants their vacation to be adversely affected. Having top notch resorts requires maintenance though, and occasionally down time.

For us we wouldn't change based off a pool closure, but we can see why others would. I would sure want to know more before making a change though.

Very sound advice.

Our dates at WL are Sept. 1-7.

If I haven't already, I'll log your dates.

We're staying at WL for our first time Sept 20-27. My boys will be upset if the pool is closed. They wanted a pool with a slide.

Hope you're not too upset anymore and I'll log your dates, too.

We are scheduled to arrive on halloween, if pool is down then we will have to consider switching, huge bummer

Don't worry too much, it's looking better everyday.

I'll be at VWL December 1-7, so maybe/maybe not under construction. If the pool is closed, is the pool bar also closed?

Welcome and I'll put your dates in the Lodgers' Log. Oh, no! They couldn't possible close Trout Pass…no way

You may be on to something ...if people bail, more chance of getting the room I want. And more chance the quite pool/hot tub won't be so busy due to people bailing. Less of a crowd in the dining areas and lobby area.....I'm going to sit this one out and see how it goes.

I like the way you think

We were there from 24 - 31 May and was horrified by the courtyard. We normally book Courtyard View but went standard for the first time this trip - so relieved we did. We didn't realise the waterfall was out (darn being too busy with work in the run up, then entirely out of the loop on the Fantasy for the week before we checked in), the courtyard is just a mess of scaffolding & blank tarps. We avoided the pool area all together, it felt tarnished.

If I had paid the extra for the view we normally have I would not have been a happy camper. I would have been moving resorts. As it was we had a lovely standard room that overlooked the Smokehouse (and our balcony had the bacon smell to go with it). It had a pretty good view of Wishes too (room 5052). Mousekeeping were fabulous, but the rest of the staff were very hit or miss & we had some pretty shoddy errors. We'll be away from the Lodge for our next few visits, by which time I hope they have got their act together. Unannounced maintenance is not good enough, I wouldn't be happy if I found that at any hotel I was at, Disney or not.

Thank you for posting about your recent stay and have fun planning where you'll stay next time you cross over the pond.

Yummmm! Don't believe salmon chowder was on the CL menu last trip!

They had it last year and it really is wonderful - and full of those Omega 3's

We don't use the pool either, but if you want to face the lake, you will also face the construction site and any noise that would include. In order to get to the boats, you would walk next to construction or walls. WL appeals to us because of the sights and sounds of the place, waterfalls, etc. I'll wait to spend deluxe dollars until it is peaceful and relaxing again. Do I understand it as to be done? Sure.

You're right that any rehab might make it less peaceful potentially. But, many people just love the TPV Tower rooms at CR. While the CR and BLT parking lots sit below, the MK and castle, GF, Poly and 7 Seas Lagoon views keep people booking that view despite the parking lot below. While you might see/hear some construction in the WL CY, you'll still see the geyser and beautiful Bay Lake and you'll still hear the EWP and the boat whistle. It's still WL and it still has its wonderful CMs and a little construction noise/tarps won't take that away.

Well we head there in 9 days..the 16th-23rd. There is no option of switching at this point, because we booked with the 30% off promo, and that is no longer available. We would switch to a deluxe or mod elsewhere, but already made all ADR's around the MK area, plus planned every day out accordingly..spa treatments, GF tea time with DD, etc..I'm done. Not switching it all again.

I really hope we are able to have a peaceful time and not hear and see construction for a week

Your stay will be fine and only the creek is affected at this time. hstrickland is there now and she and her DH reported that they are very happy and wouldn't want to change to another resort because of a dry creek, a closed lobby bridge and some tarps. Yes, it's not ideal, but it's not a deal breaker either.

I've been trying to see what the current status is based on info in the thread, and as best I can see the waterfall is still dry with work continuing. Has anyone heard when this part is supposed to be done yet? I called what was supposedly guest services for WL directly the other day to get more information and was told that there was no such work going on, even after I pointed out that people have related that it is, so I guess those of you who have been there are hallucinating!

We are supposed to arrive on 6/16 also for a four night stay as part of a POR-R/WL/GF split and are very disappointed about the possibility of this resort feature being down, especially with no official words about it.

Thanks for all of the good scoop!

Welcome to the thread and the DIS! The creek should be finished the first week in July, according to TheLodgeLady's source.

I found this info related to the Take Me Fishing program.....

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/recreation/fishing/

The permit must some how be related??

Yes, thank you! I didn't realize that's what the fishing excursions were called.

 

[WDWKOOK]

YAY! What a relief!! After sitting on the Poly boards for so long and stressing about the construction over there, it certainly is lovely to not have to worry that I was striking out twice!
I do have one question though-When should the stream construction be finished?

Also, I just wanted to note that our stay in August will be our first WL stay and we'll be celebrating my boyfriends 30th birthday! He told me the other day that he had actually always wanted to stay at the WL and he never says things like that! I'm so excited!!!

According to TheLodgeLady, the creek should be up and running the first week in July. Make sure you have your celebration noted in your reservation. Your DBF will love WL and make sure you take him to Territory Lounge and take the free Lodge tour so he can take it all in

 

[diskids2]

Hello all,

I just wanted to say sorry that I didn't have more specifics about the pool rehab and that I feel I caused some anxiety. When all was going through I never thought to contact my friend again to ask specifics and also I didn't want to be a burden on them.

We have such great detectives and I'm so glad everyone chipped in.

I am just so glad this is less then we thought and that you will all still have the pool.

The new General Manager must be fixing things up a bit!! I love the idea of a children's splash area.

I appreciated the heads up. No apologies necessary IMHO

 

[maryandtyson]

Hello,
Thank you to everyone for all of the information on the pool! I like the WL pool, but our DDs love the water parks so much, we end up there a bunch. Can you please add us to the list? Sep. 29-October 4 we will be back at WL.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Hi-

Sorry if this has been covered before...searched in past posts but didn't find similar topic.

How close is the club level at the WL to the pool? If say you wanted a beverage or snack to take to the pool.

Thanks!

Welcome to the thread! I know your question was answered, but just adding that they have paper cups/lids in a drawer in the lounge that you can use for any beer/wine you'd like to take down to the pool area. You can also use them for water, etc...

My request for an enclosed balcony is sounding very good about now, lol! Couldn't they at least paint the scrims so they aren't so ugly, like they do in the parks?

Scrims - yes! I keep calling them tarps. And, green SCRIMS would be better than beige.

Thank you Heather for taking the pictures and thank you Kook for posting them here. That is some major work being done.

The rather large-sized photos I posted probably make it look worse than it is in person. The work is only on the creek, but since it runs smack dab in the middile of the CY, it does look major. I guess I'll see for myself in a couple of weeks.

Just got back. Construction was definitely worse then I expected. We stayed club level and had requested an inner courtyard view. The check-in lady even made a comment about "Your requested courtyard view isn't ready yet but we will make sure you get it!" If I would have know we would have tried a woods view for the 1st time. We ended up with 7047 in the North Wing. I actually prefer the courtyard view on the south wing but with the construction I think the north wing was probably better. You were looking straight at the scrim vs. looking down/behind the ugliness. Overall it isn't horrid. We just found ourselves not walking that waterfall path like we normally do. If you are staying non club level I would request a room at the ends of the wings toward bay lake. That way you are looking out more onto the pool vs. the waterfall area.

Thank you for offering your opinion so others can make a more informed room location choice by weighing all the recent guest comments.

Thanks to KOOK and others for the updates....Our first WL stay is reserved for this Christmas, and although we aren't likely to swim, it'd be a bummer if the construction views and noise took away from the beauty that we've seen in so many pics here.
I'll keep monitoring the situation, but since the FD options are limited, changing resorts is not very appealing.
plus...the FD booking window will close way before the construction schedule becomes "official" .

I can't imagine any work continuing through Christmas, especially with the expiration of the permit on 1/2/15. In fact, it looks like guests will be able to enjoy a new kid's splash area by then. The Lodge is magical at Christmas - I highly recommend not changing your reservation.

We just got back last night from 9 wonderful nights of club level at the lodge. It was our first stay there and we had a blast!! We were in room 7127 beside the Yellowstone Suite and our view was great. Manager Randy and sweet Mike gave us a private tour of the Yellowstone Suite one day before we left for the parks. It was beautiful and we loved the tour!!
Mike did tell us they we redoing much of the pool area as we were standing on the balcony.
We really enjoyed every minute of our stay, so much so we plan on returning the same time next year. Randy said he would be waiting for us!!
Club Level staff was excellent in everyway.

Can't wait to return!!


Carla

7127 is our favorite room and Randy and Mike are absolute gems! You had the VIP tour. Some days it does seem like Randy and Mike (and poor Loyda) never leave WL, so they will be waiting for your return

I would cry a river of tears and probably asked to be moved to VWL courtyard

So your tears would fill up the dry creek? They'll be none of that around here! Look beyond the CY below, just like the guests who look beyond the parking lots below them at CR and BLT

I'm going to sound so Mary Poppins here..or Pollyanna...but honestly even though I booked a courtyard room for next week and will be starting at scaffolding..and not hearing the babbling brook I so wanted to hear..

I am still not having to make my own bed for 7 days. Don't have to cook dinner or wash a dish. I am still sitting on a balcony drinking coffee at 7 AM PEACEFULLY while the kids sleep and no need to watch the clock and head off anywhere (unless I choose to). No need to go over ten frame flash cards with my 1st grader for 2,790th time. I can hear wishes music and best of all (to me anyway) the fabulous electric water pageant music streaming in....and have a mickey waffle for breakfast.

Does a little construction really matter in the end?? Will it make or break our trip? We shall see but I highly doubt it.

I will add...I go with the knowledge we will have a pool. If we didn't have a pool, having a 3 yo that cannot be in parks all day and needs pool down time, that would affect my choice of course.

We aren't changing our CL request either. I know that a wet Silver Creek Falls will be there for a future visit and I will look beyond the CY below and be absolutely thrilled to (hopefully) see this in a couple of weeks…

Checking this thread for the first time......DH and I are booked for our first stay at WL end of August. A little construction doesnt bother me. Pool closure would. I highly doubt they would close the pool durring summer when another deluxe pool will also be closed. Also, theres been a lot of publicity about the poly pool closing but nothing about WL pool - do we even know for sure its going to close at some point? Maybe just some minor work around the pool) Havent read further back than this page)??

Super excited to stay at WL! Ill give it a month then ill call directly and see what they have to say

Keep being excited and welcome to the thread!

I really hope this is all done before our stay Dec 15-22. We are having a photo shoot at WL for our anniversary!

Don't worry about the photo shoot, it will be lovely and we'd love to see a photo

Should I jump ship?

The pool was HUGE for our vacation... 09/12 to 09/20...now I'm thinking of moving over to CR... no CL level, but at least no construction! I DO NOT want to be there during construction.

I would NEVER give up WL CL for non-CL at CR. While I would stay at both, I wouldn't give WL-CL up for the other. Also, a Tower BLV room without CL at CR is the same price as a CL room at WL, so that's an easy decision for me

Do they switch up the days at all or is it always the same on the same days?

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Cobbler is "chef's choice" so even the CMs don't know what it will be until the cobbler comes upstairs or they see it in the kitchen downstairs.

Hmmm we will be at WL this week 6/12 - 6/17 then over to POFQ 6/17-6/19
Have not received any email and have done online check in. I would not mind trying this out. Not sure how it works whether we would just use magic band we received for WL or one we received for POFQ or another set we received as AP. We have magic bands coming out of our ears!

I'll log your dates and all your MBs will work. We have oodles of them, too and as long as they are linked in your MDX account, they should work.

Please know that when you are "calling the Wilderness Lodge" you are in fact calling an offsite call center. In most cases these are the last folks to know much. Not to put them down in anyway….they do the best they can but they are not, in fact, at the resort at all. They are reading script and if Disney is choosing to not publicize the closure yet then these folks will have no idea what you are asking and will tell you that no closure is on the books. As much as we all want to believe that the pool will be open for our much deserved vacations I ask that you be patient and let the hard working folks on these boards do their detective work. They are going to find out long before the call center confirms anything. If we had waited for the call center to confirm anything about the Polynesian we would be lucky to know that construction had even started at the Poly

Welcome to the thread and you're spot on.

 

[annaaidan99]

Chorizo hominy and crab rangoons, tomato caprese salad and a fantastic potato salad tonight.

 

[WDWKOOK]

All your magic bands should work for all your resorts. And your annual pass will open your resort room, too. They are all connected to your MDE account, not to a specific band or room.

Oops, just posted basically what you did days ago - thank you

This is very frustrating....they are talking to us like we are nutso, denying anything is going on near the pool. They told us the DIS is not an official site, so it has no validity in their minds.... I just want to know if the pool we be "open" in 2 weeks...UUGGGGGH.

Well, we are pretty nutso, at least I might be and no, the DISboards aren't an official Disney site, so they're right about that. But, I can tell you that the pool will be open in two weeks. But, that's coming from an unofficial nutso, but an official KOOK

And the great CL offerings continue ... Pulled pork and bacon wrapped scallops Yum!

Love the lounge updates - enjoy!

Happy 80th Birthday
to our dear friend,
Donald Duck!

He doesn't look a day over 79 and he still doesn't wear pants

Does anyone know if getting a room upgrade once we arrive is ever possible? We have a courtyard bunk room, but we are thinking CL would be nice..as of now nothing is available for our dates.

You can always ask at check-in about available room categories, but be prepared to be quoted the difference between what you paid and the up-charge to a different category.

Switching from BC CL to WL CL today Love the BC but want something different for our Dec trip with our baby and the CL and Christmas decor look unbeatable from the pics and reviews I have seen

Congratulations and welcome to Bay Lake! You're going to love the OFC. It's just perfect for a Christmastime visit. Did you see the Christmas photo section of the thread?

Just returned from another great stay at the WL and wanted to share some of my thoughts.

Roaring Fork - I didn't realize the ordering procedure has changed (Haven't stayed here since 12/12). I am sure it is in this thread somewhere but thought I would mention. Now you get a tray pick up drinks and sides and then when you go to the counter and pay you order. They give you a number stand and bring your food when ready. Both times we ate there the food came really quick. This made it much nicer with small kids to not have to balance a bunch of food and then find a place to sit. There still seemed to be plenty of seating even with more people sitting waiting for food.

Whispering Canyon - We ate dinner there once and were seated in the WAY back. Like balcony area overlooking the pin stand/almost at Artist Point back. Worked out for us since it was our arrival day, we were tired and not in the mood for a lot of antics. So if you want a quieter area it is a good choice. We never get the skillet and love the other food options. The appetizers are especially yummy!

Club Level - It was just my DD and I staying this trip and I debated whether it was worth the money. I am definitely glad I booked it again! The lounge is awesome and with food and beverage prices going up we definitely get our money's worth. Between breakfast every morning, snacks, soda, my nightly glass of wine, the evening apps, desert... we definitely utilize the lounge. Just so nice to be able to grab something quick and not have to wait in line for once! I was a little confused at 1st by the new espresso machine. I actually loved the machine cappuccino that the old one made. I apparently am not very sophisticated and had to have someone show me how to use it! My cappuccino turned out very yummy though!

Room - great as always. We were in 7047. I actually prefer the courtyard view from the South Wing but think getting to the pool and roaring fork are more convenient from the north.

Construction - Worse then I expected. I am all about the courtyard view and love listening to the water fall. It is definitely not horrendous and nothing compared to the walled/crane mess I saw at the poly! For those going between now and 7/4 or whenever the waterfall/stream will be done and have a CY view I recommend requesting to be towards the end of the wings or the villa side. The pool area looked great. I certainly wouldn't modify my reservations for the current work. Now the pool being out of commission... for me that would be a different story!

Magic Bands / FP+ - LOVED them! Ours always worked great. I especially like how now it automatically recognizes you and adds your ride photos to your photopass account. We loved FP+. I think you really just need to mentally give up the old system and figure out how to make the new one work best for you.

Overall we had a great stay at the WL. Every trip I always price out and consider other resorts but we keep returning to the WL. For the price I think you get so much. We miss it already!!!

What a great review - thank you for posting it here. I know I'm late in responding, but I, too am so pleased to hear about the change at RF. After each stay, I've commented in the survey about how bad the ordering process is there and this is a great improvement. You're right about WL and CL at WL being a great Disney Resort value.

Just booked our stay for WL! We are going 12/20-12/24. DD and I have only stayed at ASMusic before, so this will be exciting. Plus, hubby and step son are going this time!

Congratulations and I'll put your dates in the Log.

Thank you for this update! Hoping that whatever is being done is wrapped up by October

Welcome to the thread, Andrew.

Thanks for the info WDWKOOK, I am extremely grateful for updates!

You're welcome.

Oh!! My DH loves Shepard's Pie! That is a new one for us. Looking forward to our next visit.

They had it last year and it was wonderful!

I think we all could use a little cobbler...

It's always a good time for cobbler on this thread

Thanks for the pool info. Bringing our almost 3 year old who loves to swim Sept 29-Oct-7. Her first visit!

to the DIS and the thread! Happy first visit and I'll log your dates.

WDWKOOK! Thank you! Long Island Iced Tea, Cobbler, AND news giving us a reason to be optimistic. And all here at my kids' bedtime. Wonderful! Thanks.

I think it's a pretty well accepted truth that WDW powers that be do not appreciate the pervasive nature of the DIS and other similar sites, as well as being completely apoplectic over any perceived "leak" of inside information that hasn't been officially released. I'm not surprised you got that response.

You're welcome and it's great you had an optimistic moment at your kids' bedtime - that can be touch and go sometimes.

Well, if it wasn't for DISers, who would ever post accurate, timely and helpful information about their wonderful resorts and new features like FP+ and MBs and MDX accounts and RFID mugs and everything they re-name and re-imagine? We offer a great service to their guests and the price is right

We were at WL 1-2 weeks ago, and I was very surprised to see all the pool construction. Our nice "Courtyard View" was a view of tarps and a dried up stream bed. The Lobby was "dry" too. Pool was open of course.

Still love the Lodge, of course. But I may not be able to stay there again for a long time, so I was a little bummed. "First World Problems", my DD would say, snapping me back to the reality that I am so lucky to be able to GO to WDW at all!

Yes, First World problems at Deluxe resorts. Much better than everyday problems at home.

All packed. Now time for one last and a


Bedtime..... Like I'm really going to sleep tonight cuz........


I'M GOING TO DISNEY WORLD!

Are you there yet? We'd love an update.

We checked in for the second part of our split stay last night. I was really excited, but after a check-in experience that was far less than magical, I'm feeling a little bummed this morning. But, hopefully once I get my coffee in and take in the sights of the lodge in daylight, things will start to look up again.

Oh, no. A less than magical check-in does set a bad tone. I hope your stay is looking brighter. Can you share an update?

 

[WDWKOOK]

That would explain the Pool Deck part of the work permit.

This is great news for everyone traveling in the fall! I am still selfishly hoping the stream will be done and no signs of construction will be visible in the courtyard during our July 18-28 trip. (hehe) Sounds like the chances are good!

Not selfish and yes, chances are good, however, nothing is ever set in stone with repairs and it could change. I'll post a progress report in a couple of weeks when I'm there.

Woman!! You are amazing!! Thank you. And thank Heather for doing this on her vacation. This is definitely great news. I still may go in October, hahaha

I will thank her and don't forget the hand you had in this update - many hands were in this pot

I feel better now. Thank you. My wife thanks you. My kids thank you. My upcoming 25th wedding anniversary trip thanks you!

Hello all,

I just wanted to say sorry that I didn't have more specifics about the pool rehab and that I feel I caused some anxiety. When all was going through I never thought to contact my friend again to ask specifics and also I didn't want to be a burden on them.

We have such great detectives and I'm so glad everyone chipped in.

I am just so glad this is less then we thought and that you will all still have the pool.

The new General Manager must be fixing things up a bit!! I love the idea of a children's splash area.

Oh, put your sorrys in a sack. There will be none of that on this thread. Messengers will never be shot around here...

David Gist
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Today at 5:50 AM
Carol
Can you please call sally at the office on Wednesday. 4078571750

Thanks David ,
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This is the e-mail I received this morning! Does someone local want to call Sally tomorrow?

flaforfun? TheLodgeLady? Bueller? Bueller? Bueller? Anyone? Maybe Heather would call from the room

YAY!!! What a HUGE relief!!! THANK YOU

You're welcome.

This totally makes sense ... Love their putting in a splash area for the kiddos : ) thanks for the great information and enjoy he Long Island ice tea!!

I will think of all of you as I'm sipping one on the shores of Bay Lake.

Same here. And yes, thank you so much Lodge Lady for giving us all a heads up! The people on this thread are wonderful.

It's a Lodge team effort and a wonderful thread

Hello,
Thank you to everyone for all of the information on the pool! I like the WL pool, but our DDs love the water parks so much, we end up there a bunch. Can you please add us to the list? Sep. 29-October 4 we will be back at WL.

I'd be happy to add you, but it may be tomorrow before I get to all the additions. I have to get to laundry-folding and dinner-making now

Chorizo hominy and crab rangoons, tomato caprese salad and a fantastic potato salad tonight.

Chorizo Hominy sounds new and delicious. Love your updates and did you like the hominy?

 

[maddiebee]

According to TheLodgeLady, the creek should be up and running the first week in July. Make sure you have your celebration noted in your reservation. Your DBF will love WL and make sure you take him to Territory Lounge and take the free Lodge tour so he can take it all in

Awesome! Thanks so much for the suggestion!

 

[fla4fun]

flaforfun? TheLodgeLady? Bueller? Bueller? Bueller? Anyone? Maybe Heather would call from the room

Sorry - I'm still stuck at work (I've been here since 5am) and not getting out of here any time soon. I'd so rather be at the Lodge . . . . . .

 

[TheLodgeLady]

Oh, put your sorrys in a sack. There will be none of that on this thread. Messengers will never be shot around here...

Thank you! I was just sitting here lightly reading all your multi quotes and came upon this one! I had just taken a drink of water.

Really made me laugh and smile .

 

[BlueFairy]

You're welcome and it's great you had an optimistic moment at your kids' bedtime - that can be touch and go sometimes.

Well, if it wasn't for DISers, who would ever post accurate, timely and helpful information about their wonderful resorts and new features like FP+ and MBs and MDX accounts and RFID mugs and everything they re-name and re-imagine? We offer a great service to their guests and the price is right

Well we certainly can't count on official and affordable channels elsewhere. Thanks for keeping the thread fun!

 

[Lsdolphin]

Wading my way through about 20 pages. Just for fun, I thought I'd email the IPO and ask what creek/pool info. they could provide. I'll post the response when I get it.
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I'll log your solo dates.





Make sure to get TiW so you'll get 20% off all TS bills. Did you get the military AP? You can add your voucher number to your MDX account, if you haven't already. We find the easiest place to exchange the AP voucher is at the IG Guest Services. Rarely is there a line except early morning.


I hope you are worrying less now about your decision. You and your family will LOVE the OFC! It'll make you forget about any construction.


In the meantime, there are Deluxe room photo links in the Deluxe room section of the thread.


So far, it looks like your dates miss the pool area work at WL


Good question.


I hope you're not as heartbroken now with the tentative start date of after Labor Day and potentially only a nighttime closure.

Where is "IG guest services". I want to purchase a TIW card the easiest way once we arrive at WL on Thursday afternoon! Soooo excited but a little nervous coming with my nephew who is ASD as well as BiPolar and has several other issues...we have never come in Summer before always come end of October or end of. Jan-early Feb.

 

[Danielle1971]

Is it true that WL pool will be in rehab? Does anyone know when it will be? This is my first time staying @ a deluxe resort & would be so disappointing during our stay! It's the highlight of our trip!

 

[dansdad]

Is it true that WL pool will be in rehab? Does anyone know when it will be? This is my first time staying @ a deluxe resort & would be so disappointing during our stay! It's the highlight of our trip!

Word is that the Kiddie Pool is being replaced with a Splash Pad.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Thank you! I was just sitting here lightly reading all your multi quotes and came upon this one! I had just taken a drink of water.

Really made me laugh and smile .

Where is "IG guest services". I want to purchase a TIW card the easiest way once we arrive at WL on Thursday afternoon! Soooo excited but a little nervous coming with my nephew who is ASD as well as BiPolar and has several other issues...we have never come in Summer before always come end of October or end of. Jan-early Feb.

IG stands for International Gateway. It's the Epcot Resorts entrance and the closest resort to it is BC, with YC and BWI not too much further away. It's wonderful because they have a small Guest Services booth there and I've never seen it crowded like other GSs, especially MK's.

Is it true that WL pool will be in rehab? Does anyone know when it will be? This is my first time staying @ a deluxe resort & would be so disappointing during our stay! It's the highlight of our trip!

See my post from this morning a couple of pages back for the latest.

 

[JPDtheJD]

Word is that the Kiddie Pool is being replaced with a Splash Pad.

I would love a splash pad for my girls!

 

[utlegaleagle]

Not sure if you saw our dates, Kook, but we're anxiously awaiting our first trip to WL on September 28 through October 10!

 

[WDWKOOK]

Sorry - I'm still stuck at work (I've been here since 5am) and not getting out of here any time soon. I'd so rather be at the Lodge . . . . . .

The company wants a call back Wednesday:

"Can you please call sally at the office on Wednesday. 407-857-1750"

 

[WDWKOOK]

Not sure if you saw our dates, Kook, but we're anxiously awaiting our first trip to WL on September 28 through October 10!

Thanks, I'll update the log tomorrow