(CLOSED) Disney's WILDERNESS LODGE and VILLAS Information Thread ~2012~

[bluecastle]

Do the Swan and Dolphin still offer a teacher discount?

 

[JulieT3]

Hello, everyone! We were just at WL in september, and I never thought I would be back so soon! For a little change of scenery, we planned to be in a plain old garden view room at the BC next week, but the resort is overbooked, so we were moved to a junior suite at WL!!! I was given the choice between a standard view at the poly and the suite at WL - not the world's most difficult choice if you ask me! Anyway, I have never been in a suite or had CL access, so I'd love to hear from you if you have. I did read up on the wonderful info on the first page (thanks Kook), but any other tips would be greatly appreciated. Do you think IPO will still contact me? I feel like I'm somehow cheating because I really didn't pay for all of this. I certainly do appreciate the upgrade, though. Can't wait to be back at my beloved WL! So excited!!!

 

[Wood Nymph]

That is some great pixie dust.

 

[Tinkerbelljean]

Beach Club

It is close to the back gate of Epcot, the wonderful sand bottom pool, which is an experience in itself and a kitchen sink at Beaches and Cream. Gelatto in the gift shop.

You're close to the French Bakery in Epcot. A place to go for a great 'pick me up'

 

[Tinkerbelljean]

I am excited for you too!

 

[WDWKOOK]

FastPass+ is being tested at Be Our Guest Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom now through February 28. During this test phase, randomly selected guests at Grand Floridian, Wilderness Lodge and Contemporary resorts will receive a FastPass+ card for a specified arrival window for lunch at Be Our Guest Restaurant. Guests who arrive at the restaurant during their FastPass+ time will be able to take advantage of an expedited order and payment process. This opportunity is available by invitation only and participants must have valid theme park admission.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Jack Spence (AllEars Blogger) takes a carriage ride through Ft. Wilderness - there's even a video with plenty of klippity-klopping

http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/


It sounds like he's building a house at Golden Oak

 

[jweb20]

Can you request a fridge or microwave in a standard room?

 

[hockeymom3]

Can you request a fridge or microwave in a standard room?

All rooms at WL have a fridge and microwave

 

[Mousemommy1]

Can you request a fridge or microwave in a standard room?

The fridge comes standard, I know that. I can't remember if we had a microwave or not.

 

[Wood Nymph]

We were at the WL earlier this month and the rooms had a fridge, no microwave.

Sent from my iPad using DISBoards

 

[WDWKOOK]

Can you request a fridge or microwave in a standard room?

We were at the WL earlier this month and the rooms had a fridge, no microwave.

Sent from my iPad using DISBoards

Wood Nymph is correct and I believe you can request a microwave.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Do the Swan and Dolphin still offer a teacher discount?

Yes!

In appreciation for all that you do, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort would like to offer you a very special room rate for your next vacation to the most magical place in the world...the Walt Disney World® Resort! Rates for teachers and all school support staff start at just $149.00* per room, per night!

Book online or call 1-888-828-8850 and ask for our Teacher rate.

*Rates are per room, per night based on rate schedule availability and do not include the mandatory Resort Service Package, daily parking fees (if applicable), applicable taxes or gratuities. Not valid with any other special offers, promotions, existing reservations or for groups. All teachers and school support staff must show proof of employment upon arrival. Offer valid through 12/23/13.

Hello, everyone! We were just at WL in september, and I never thought I would be back so soon! For a little change of scenery, we planned to be in a plain old garden view room at the BC next week, but the resort is overbooked, so we were moved to a junior suite at WL!!! I was given the choice between a standard view at the poly and the suite at WL - not the world's most difficult choice if you ask me! Anyway, I have never been in a suite or had CL access, so I'd love to hear from you if you have. I did read up on the wonderful info on the first page (thanks Kook), but any other tips would be greatly appreciated. Do you think IPO will still contact me? I feel like I'm somehow cheating because I really didn't pay for all of this. I certainly do appreciate the upgrade, though. Can't wait to be back at my beloved WL! So excited!!!

Congratulations! You're not cheating - enjoy the upgrade, but you may never want to go back to a regular room again

The 25 Deluxe rooms are located on floors 1-6, while the CL lounge is located on the 7th floor. With a CL booking, you may or may not be contacted by the IPO. Sometimes they will contact you shortly after booking, and sometimes right before the 180 or 30 day mark. Any booked CL guest can email or call the IPO anytime. Just include your reservation number and last name in the subject heading of your email. They will answer questions, make ADRs, make recreational reservations or you can just introduce yourself and they will email a planning form.

After you check-in, the onsite Old Faithful Club concierges will assist you. They are available from 7 - 10 everyday. If you need anything or have a question, you can also call them from your room and you will actually be talking to an onsite concierge instead of the 'front desk call center' in another part of FL.

If you've looked at the CL section on the first page then you know about the lounge hours and offerings. You can also bring food/drinks back to your room and you can store drinks in your fridge. Enjoy and let us know if you have any questions

 

[Deb & Bill]

All rooms at WL have a fridge and microwave

They all have a small refrigerator. But not a microwave. Only DVC villas have those automatically.

 

[goofynut41]

Hello, everyone! We were just at WL in september, and I never thought I would be back so soon! For a little change of scenery, we planned to be in a plain old garden view room at the BC next week, but the resort is overbooked, so we were moved to a junior suite at WL!!! I was given the choice between a standard view at the poly and the suite at WL - not the world's most difficult choice if you ask me! Anyway, I have never been in a suite or had CL access, so I'd love to hear from you if you have. I did read up on the wonderful info on the first page (thanks Kook), but any other tips would be greatly appreciated. Do you think IPO will still contact me? I feel like I'm somehow cheating because I really didn't pay for all of this. I certainly do appreciate the upgrade, though. Can't wait to be back at my beloved WL! So excited!!!

Man talk about Pixie Dust!! so glad for you!!!!

 

[WDWKOOK]

From now through the beginning of March, Walt Disney World will be upgrading its complimentary Wi-Fi internet service at the resorts, Downtown Disney and in the theme parks. As a result, there may be brief service interruptions, of only five minutes' duration at any given time or location. Note that Wi-Fi is not available at Walt Disney World water park and miniature golf locations, or while on Walt Disney World transportation.

 

[ruadisneyfan2]

From now through the beginning of March, Walt Disney World will be upgrading its complimentary Wi-Fi internet service at the resorts, Downtown Disney and in the theme parks. As a result, there may be brief service interruptions, of only five minutes' duration at any given time or location. Note that Wi-Fi is not available at Walt Disney World water park and miniature golf locations, or while on Walt Disney World transportation.

Yay! I've heard some not so good comments about it. Despite being free, we still want it to work reasonably. I hope it's running smooth by Sept! Dh will be happy.

 

[marymac123]

My family of 4 is traveling with my cousin and her family of 3. My family wanted to ask about being the "Flag Family" when we check in but I would feel terrible if my family got to do it and her's didn't. Do you know how many people are allowed up at one time? Do you think we could be a family of 7 and do it together? Thanks!

We are a family of 3 & shared the experience with a family of 6, there was plenty of room.

 

[marymac123]

Good morning!

Yes Loyda is still up on CL. We got a chance to speak with her last Friday when we stopped in.

Thank you! My daughter just loves her!

 

[marymac123]

KOOK- Can you please add us to the Log,

Aug. 27th - Sept. 5th Thank You, Mary