Concierge/Club Level Information- Part IV, July 2012

[Scott MC]

I'd like to start by thanking PolyDec2008 and all those who worked so hard to make thread III so great!

You can find the other threads if you follow these links.

Original Thread- Sept 2008

Part II- Sept 2009

Part III- Oct 2010


Welcome to the new Concierge/Club Level Information Thread.

This is a place to discuss, ask questions about, share information about, post trip-reports and pictures of and just celebrate the Club Levels at Disney's eight Deluxe Resorts.

BASIC INFORMATION


Let's start by listing the resorts that offer Club Level service....


Magic Kingdom Area

Disney's Contemporary Resort (CR)
The Atrium Club
contemporary.itinerary.planning@disneyworld.com
(407) 824-1775 - fax (407) 824-3461

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa (GF)
The Royal Palm Club & Sugarloaf Club
Grand.Floridian.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(407) 824-1775 - fax (407) 824-3461

Disney's Polynesian Resort (POLY)
King Kamehameha Club
Polynesian.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(407) 824-2466 - fax (407) 824-3162

Disney's Wilderness Lodge (WL)
Old Faithful Club
Wilderness.Lodge.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(407) 934-5348 - fax (407) 824-3162

Epcot Area

Disney's Beach Club Resort (BC)
The Stone Harbor Club
Yacht.Beach.Club.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(407) 934-1448 - fax (407) 934-1487

Disney's Boardwalk Inn and Villas (BWI)
The Inkeeper's Club
Boardwalk.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(407) 934-1448 - fax (407) 934-1487

Disney's Yacht Club Resort (YC)
The Regatta Club
Yacht.Beach.Club.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(407) 934-1448 - fax (407) 934-1487

Animal Kingdom Area

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge-Jambo House (AKL)
The Kilimanjaro Club
Animal.Kindom.Lodge.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(407) 938-4755 - fax (407) 938-4759


All of Disney’s Deluxe resorts offer concierge level service for an additional fee. In recent years, WDW has preferred the term “Club Level” as there is also a Lobby Concierge, which has caused a bit of confusion from time to time.

The non-Disney owned Swan & Dolphin Resorts no longer offer Concierge or Club Level service.

Thanks to KatMark - "Coronado Springs Resort: Cabanas 9B is now “Club Service” for convention guests. When there is no convention being held at the CSR, the rooms in Cabanas 9B are available to regular resort guests (however, they do not have use of the Club Level services).


The Itinerary Planning Office (IPO) will not have your address and phone number if you book through a travel agent or online. You should call them and let them know you are coming. Most of us like to make contact with IPO as soon as we make our resort reservations.


Please do not contact the IPO until you have a confirmed reservation.

When sending an email, you should receive a generic response within several hours. This will let you know your email was received and that someone will be contacting you soon. Within a day or 2, you should receive a personalized email response from a member of the IPO team.

IPO is available to answer the phones 9:00am to 6:00pm Eastern. (Thanks, PNO4TE)

TIPPING GUIDELINES

Tipping Guideline: Thank you to TheRustyScupper, for the following information (9/22/08)

1) Concierge (and Front Desk) CM's can be fired for taking cash tips.
2) They are supposed to refuse up to three times. If you ask a fourth time, they take it, but, they must immediately turn it over to a manager
3) The tip goes into a fund, and the manager buys donuts or coffee for all.
4) If they do not turn in the cash, it can be immediate termination.

NOTE: They can accept gifts of up to $75 value (like candy, doll, etc).

I've been told that they appreciate small gifts (especially edible gifts!) that represent where you come from, for example, I'm from Massachusetts, so perhaps something cranberry-based. I'd try to bring some lobsters, but I think that'd be a bit tricky to get through the airport security.

Here's a link to the "Club Level Lounge Photos" thread started by CR Resort Fan 4 Life:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1944096

...but you can feel free to post pictures here too!

 

[Scott MC]

MORE BASIC INFORMATION

INFORMATION FOR CONCIERGE/CLUB LEVEL GUESTS

Available at ALL Disney Deluxe Resorts for Concierge Guests:
• Nightly Turndown Service
• High Speed Internet Access (access fees apply)
• Bathroom Amenities (shampoo, conditioner, hand/body lotion, bath & facial soap)
• Complimentary Fax Assistance
• Complimentary Health Club Access
• 2 Adult-Size Spa Bathrobes (in-room use, additional robes can be requested)
• Club Level Check-In from 7am - 10pm
• Club Level Assistance from 7am - 10pm (tickets, dining, recreation, special events)
• Advanced Itinerary Planning
• Refreshments throughout the day in Concierge Lounges
• Secured Key Access to Club Level Floors; 2 resorts have buildings exclusively for Club Level guests: Hawaii & Tonga buildings at the Polynesian are secured key access; Sugar Loaf building at Grand Floridan is secured key access.
• USA Today Newspaper
• Coffee Maker with Coffee & Tea Assortment
• Iron and Board
• Safe
• Hair Dryer
• Refrigerator - not stocked (available upon request at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa)
• Library of Disney Movies at Concierge Desk
• VCR and/or DVD Players in suites (upon request at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa)
• CD/Clock Radios in Suites
• Discovery Wildlife Excursion




Wildlife Discovery Excursion PLEASE NOTE: As of December 19, 2010 the Wildlife Discovery Excursion in Animal Kingdom, a program for guests staying in Club Level accommodations at Disney resorts, will no longer be offered.

Guests staying on the concierge level at a Walt Disney World Deluxe Resort can take advantage of a unique tour called Wildlife Discovery Excursions. An animal expert will accompany you in a specially designed climate controlled vehicle for a one hour journey into the 110 acre savannah at Disney's Animal Kingdom. (Tours began February 2005).

This tour is very educational and full of information regarding Disney's animal programs. You stop at pre-selected locations in the savannah for photo opportunities. The tour is held rain or shine (unless the weather is severe). During our tour it rained quite heavily at times, however the animals were out all over the savannah.

Small groups (14 maximum) head out for this adventure twice a day (Tuesday through Saturday) at a cost of $50 each, age 3 and up. A portion of the proceeds are donated to the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund. Advance reservations are required. Contact your concierge or resort itinerary planner at your deluxe Disney resort.
http://allears.net/tp/ak/wildexcursion.htm

 

[Scott MC]

TIPS FOR THOSE STAYING CLUB-LEVEL

Tip #1: Include your reservation # and dates in the subject line of the email. It makes IPO’s job a little easier.


Tip #2: When booking more than 6 months in advance, get your requests (ADRs, safaris, tours, Cirque tickets, etc.) to the IPO 2 to 3 weeks in advance of the 180 day mark. Make sure IPO has your credit card # for any reservations they will be making which require either pre-payment (such as CRT) or a credit card guarantee (such as the Sunrise or Sunset Safaris)


Tip #3: Thanks to Maxie86 for providing this information from Allears:
http://allears.net/tp/ak/wildexcursion.htm
Wildlife Discovery Excursions
Animal Kingdom

Guests staying on the concierge level at a Walt Disney World Deluxe Resort can take advantage of a unique tour called Wildlife Discovery Excursions. An animal expert will accompany you in a specially designed climate controlled vehicle for a one hour journey into the 110 acre savannah at Disney's Animal Kingdom. (Tours began February 2005).

This tour is very educational and full of information regarding Disney's animal programs. You stop at pre-selected locations in the savannah for photo opportunities. The tour is held rain or shine (unless the weather is severe). During our tour it rained quite heavily at times, however the animals were out all over the savannah.

Small groups (14 maximum) head out for this adventure twice a day at a cost of $45 each. A portion of the proceeds are donated to the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund. Advance reservations are required. Contact your concierge or resort itinerary planner at your deluxe Disney resort.


Tip #4: Thanks to CR Resort Fan 4 Life for the following: A tip for those who might not be familiar with the IPO CM's and the Club Level CM's. "I just wanted to say for those who have never stayed Club Level before that if you have contacted the IPO department for your Resort by phone or e-mail and are getting no responses from them, don't think that is the fault of the Cast Members who are working at the Club Level lounges at the Deluxe Resorts. The main reason is that the IPO Cast Members and the Club Level Cast Members are completely different from one another. So the Cast Members who work at the Resorts will have nothing to do with planning your ADR's and everything else you have requested before you arrive. So if the IPO never contacted you don't take any frustrations out on the Cast Members who work at the Resorts because it was not their fault."


Tips #5, 6 & 7: Thanks to jaycns who included these tips in her fantastic trip report "17 Days of Wishes Come to Life - A Sept. 08 WDW and DCL Adventure" http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1976201
(Wilderness Lodge Club Level)
"Tips and suggestions...ummm...loads of them. The biggest one is to leave a day (or even just a morning or evening if it is all you can manage)open to explore the lodge, it was so much fun, they have all sorts of nooks and crannies with fireplaces, comfy sofas, writing desks, little alcoves to enjoy, it is so much fun to explore the WL.

Another tip, jump right on securing a reservation to eat at Artist Point for your anniversary meal if you don't have any other plans yet. It was a very romantic meal and they went out of there way to make us feel special on our anniversary.

Last "quick tip" is to use the IPO to set up any sort of surprise you might be hoping for. They have a way of making things happen. Also, if you can think of any special gift for your dh, they can purchase it for you and have it left in your room. An associated tip is to make sure to double check your plans once you are on site. There seems to have been a bit of a break down communication wise between the IPO and the on-site staff in some instances."


Tip #8: Thanks to west&east (Karen): "About a week after we booked our akl cl room, I called the ipo. The email address that they had for me was way old- the address from about 5 years ago which was the last time I visited Disney. Even though I used my new email address when I made my reservation (and the confirmation was successfully sent to my new email address), the info the IPO received had the old email. He updated it when I called him. Moral of the story is not to hesitate to call or email the IPO. They are very helpful and provide great service."


Tip #9: Thanks to CR Resort Fan 4 Life for this tip: CL guests do not need to go to the resort lobby to check-in. When you arrive, tell a bell service CM that you are staying Club Level. They will call the lounge to say you've arrived and a bellman will take you and your luggage to the lounge for check-in.



Tip #10: Also thanks to CR Resort Fan 4 Life for this tip: If Club Level guests have anything they purchase sent back to where they are staying, they can pick it up from the Cast Members' desk in the lounge or one of the CM's will bring it to your room. So there is no need to pick it up at one of the stores in your resort, which is where they are sent if you don't stay Club Level.



Tip #11 (5/4/2009): Thanks to WendyisDarling for sharing her experience having IPO book ADRs for a split stay. This is from post #2034 on page 136:

"This is the time when I would tell all those that ask "Is CL worth the $"...Yes.
We have a split stay with different confirmation numbers (all are CL). IPO able to make ADR's for the first 10 days at the first 90 day mark despite moving to different resort with different numbers. Now they make what we need each day for the remainder of our trip and send me an updated itinerary each day.

I do understand if the entire trip is not CL, this won't work.

Making ADRs and such is the primary reason we stay CL. YC/BC has done a great job so far. They did have to move Le Cellier from our first night to another because there was only one night available! Not sure if this was for near the time we requested or during the four nights we are at BC rather than 10 full nights. Regardless, I'm glad I didn't have to figure that out on the phone. I don't know if one could do this if calling themselves, but they made two ADR's that night the one for Le Cellier and the one we originally requested for that night, so we could decide which we preferred. Plus, made an ADR for our TS originally planned on the night they moved LC, so that eve. had something scheduled.
I'm just not good at doing this stuff on the spot on the phone. If calling would I have been able to make 2 ADR's for the same time?

I have to give it to YC/BC IPO's fast response time. With the day to day ADR's I have emailed asking for a change as late as one day prior to before they could schedule and they were on top of it. No waiting two or three days for them to get back to me."


Tip #12 thanks to CR Resort Fan 4 Life: "Tip for Contemporary Club Level guests: Even though these are not offered with their other drinks that they put out in the lounge, you can ask the Cast Members for mini bottles of Nesquik Chocolate Milk that they keep in their storage room. However they only get a limited supply each day so by the time you ask they might have no more left."


Tip #13 thanks to CR Resort Fan 4 Life: "Club Level tip for those at the Contemporary with the Bay Lake View: If you're staying in an Atrium Club - Bay Lake View and want to watch Wishes, go to the lounge on the 12th floor to watch them and they also pipe in the music over there. The same thing can be done for guests staying with a Bay Lake View on the Tower Club 14th floor and the music is also piped in up there."


Tip #14: Don't assume IPO will contact you! Take the initiative and send them an email with your Confirmation # and Dates. You can request they email you the standard form at that time. The form is helpful if you're not sure what IPO can do for you. Make sure you have made contact with IPO at least a week or 2 before your 180-day mark

 

[Scott MC]

Animal Kingdom Lodge-Kilimanjaro Club

Animal Kingdom Lodge/Animal Kingdom Villas:

Special Thanks to kimmar067 and pyrxtc for the following information:

Is it POSSIBLE? AKL LITE IV?? You betcha...
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2510324

You WANT it, you GOT it...AKL LITE III!
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2241828 (closed 7/22/2010)

The All-New "unofficial" AKL/AKV's Jambo & Kidani FAQ thread.....
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1633854


Kilimanjaro Club

Contact Information:
Phone: (407) 938-4755
Fax: (407) 938-4759

Email: AKL: animal.kingdom.lodge.itinerary.plann...neyworl d.com
(Please do not contact the IPO until you have a confirmed reservation.)



AKL's Club Level rooms are located on the 4th floor (ALL are Savanna View; near the lobby). The actual lounge and staff are located on the 6th floor which overlooks the impressive lobby.

DVC: Animal Kingdom Villas Club Level Accommodations (Jambo House): Studio, One-Bedroom, and Two-Bedroom Lock-off. These rooms, located on the 6th floor, are in high demand by Disney Vacation Club owners.



LOUNGE OFFERINGS:

MACHEO (Sunrise Offerings)
6:30 am - For Early Risers, coffee and assorted juices

MIAMKO (Adventurous Awakenings)
7:00am - 10:30am - Assortment of fresh fruits, juices, pastries and cereals

VITAFUNIO (Safari Snacks)
11:30am - 3:00pm - Selection of African snacks and beverages

CHAI (Afternoon Tea)
3:00pm - 4:30pm - Loose leaf teas, assortment of scones, cookies and biscuits

KISIKUSIKU (Twilight Offerings)
5:00pm - 7:00pm - Wines, hors d'oeuvres, appetizers from Jiko and Boma

REHEMA (Evening Indulgences)
8:00pm - 10:00pm - Fine desserts and premium cordials



AVAILABLE TO AKL-CL & AKV-CL GUESTS ONLY: Sunrise Safari.
Sundays & Thursdays. The Sunrise Safari can only be booked through AKLs Itinerary Planning Office, 180 days in advance. The current cost is $65.00 for ages 10 and up; $32.50 for children ages 3-9. A credit card is required at time of booking. The card is not charged, its for guarantee only. You are not charged for the Safari until the day of the event. There is a 48-hour cancellation policy.


Your invitation will be delivered to your room the evening prior to the Safari. You need to check in with the Lounge CMs the morning of the Safari as they will swipe your Park Tickets. You will be instructed where to meet the group in the lobby (departure is usually 7:30am).

The group will proceed out the front lobby doors, go through a quick bag check (security), then board 2 buses for the ride to AK. You go through the backstage area, which is quite interesting (no pictures allowed in any backstage areas).

The tour, along the Kilimanjaro Safari ride path in Animal Kingdom, lasts about an hour and includes multiple stops so you can stand up and take pictures. Each of the animals along the way is described in detail, since there is plenty of time. After the Safari, theres a breakfast buffet in a private room at Pizzafari. The chefs do a fantastic job preparing this feast, which includes standard American and African items.





AVAILABLE TO ALL AKL/AKV GUESTS: Wanyama (Sunset) Safari:
This Safari takes place on the Savannas of the Animal Kingdom Lodge. It is meant to be a re-creation of a true African afternoon game drive and is an opportunity to spend time with members from the animal programs team learning about the natural history and management of the animal collection at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Guests will have photo opportunities of the animals and architecture of Animal Kingdom Lodge that can only be experienced from the Savannas. Your safari will conclude with a true African dining experience at Jiko, just like the lodges in Africa where a multi-course meal will await you.

Hours: Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays and Saturdays about 1 1/2 hours before sunset at the lodge's Porte Cochere.

Age Requirement: Must be 8 years of age or older.

Cost: $190 per person (age 8 and older). Tax and gratuity are included as well as a small contribution to the Disney Conservation Fund.

Reservations: This event can only be booked by contacting the Animal Kingdom Lodge Itinerary Planning Office. Note that there is a 48-hour cancellation policy. The safari can be booked 180 days out from the day of the event.

July 2013

Thanks to Mirage0306 for this info. I'll be looking into more specifics such as whether or not other CL guests can book this...


"We are staying CL at AKL later this month. I have been corresponding with IPO and they sent this info over to me. I had never heard of it, so on the off chance y'all didn't know about it either, I thought I'd pass it along!



**NEW***SAFARI ***

Animal Kingdom Lodge Night Vision Safari : Guest must be 8 years and up to attend .

**Now offered Wednesday, Friday, Saturday ,Sunday and Monday .

Join one of our Animal Programs Cast Members on an hour long Safari Experience at Animal Kingdom Lodge. This experience takes place after dark and is reminiscent of a nighttime African Game Drive through the savannas. All guests will have use of night vision binoculars to make the most of their viewing experience. Plan on seeing our animals and resort like never before.

A portion of the Tour price will be donated to the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund..

Our guest will meet at the Kidani Villas at Community Hall .Your Safari is at 10PM and your arrival an check in is no later than 9:45PM , *Please do not be late . This is a pre-paid event . The cost is per-seat $74.55 full payment at time of booking . Can be booked up to 180 days prior to your arrival. 48 hour cancellation policy . No meal packages or discounts can be used to pay for this event. Can be booked up to 180 days prior to your arrival. "


Pictures....
(Thanks hstrickland!)

 

[Scott MC]

BOARDWALK INN:

The Boardwalk Inn Information Thread http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=43737285#post43737285

Contact Information:
Phone: (407) 934-1448
Fax: (407) 934-1487
Email: Boardwalk.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(Please do not contact the IPO until you have a confirmed reservation.)


From the Sept 2008 Concierge/Club Level Information Thread:
Nov 2008: Boardwalk Inn rooms:
Thanks to tete01830: "Heard back from IPO about the standard room Club Level views. They are GV, PL, or BW view on the 3rd and 4th floor. A request can be submitted but not guaranteed...."

Thanks to paladin: "The BWI deluxe rooms do all have Boardwalk view - some are on the third floor, some are on the fourth (which is where the lounge is). Standard CL rooms are also on both the third and fourth floor.
The deluxe rooms all have two queen beds and a sleep sofa (not sure if it is a double or a queen).
There are two televisions (unless they changed this with the recent rehab). The "extra" part of the room is set up as a sitting area with a lamp, sleep sofa, coffee table, chair and armoire with second television. It's a fairly large area, so it does make the room quite a bit larger than the standard rooms - it has a nice roomy feeling."

The following information was found on Allears.net: http://allears.net/acc/faq_bw.htm Boardwalk Inn Fact Sheet
“What about the Concierge Rooms and Garden Suites?
The BoardWalk boasts Concierge Service (the Innkeeper's Club) and beautiful Garden Suites, in addition to its already well-appointed rooms.
Concierge service offers deluxe rooms with added amenities such as: robes, TV speaker in the bathroom, deluxe nightly turn down service, and continental breakfast buffet. Most rooms are on the 4th floor. Concierge level guests have their own private lounge and private access. Epcot's IllumiNations can be seen nightly from the balcony in the Concierge Lounge.
The Concierge Lounge "Innkeeper's Club " hours of service are: Continental Breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m.; Refreshments from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Tea and Sweets from 3 to 4:30 p.m.; Wine and Cheese Selections from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and Cordials and Desserts from 7 to 9 p.m.
The Garden Suites are designed for Honeymooners but can easily accommodate a family of four and are two stories. There are 14 Garden Suites and all but three have private entrance courtyards. The three that do not, have private balconies. The yards are separated by white picket fences that are about 3 feet tall. Each of the front yards are individually landscaped. At the gated entrance to the yard, there is a small decorative bird house with the room number on it. These front yards lead to the one and only entry way of the suite, and are being grown into manicured rose gardens.
There is a living room on the first floor and a bedroom loft on the second floor. The first floor has a TV, 1/2 bath, bread bar, and a queen size sofa bed. The 2nd level loft, in most cases, overlooks the lower level which creates a very large, vaulted ceiling effect. The three with private balconies have more of an actually separate second level. Either way, the second level features an elevated King size bed. Upstairs you will also find an addition TV, and a full bath with a giant Jacuzzi tub that will easily accommodate two people. There is even a third mini TV for viewing while in the Jacuzzi tub.”

Here are some of my personal pictures from the Inkeeper's Club, August 2011

turndown service:

our room (4223):

our view:

keyed entrance:

the lounge:

views from the lounge:

**Edit...Adding some of my pics from my stay in a BWI Deluxe CL room. I'm sorry I don't remember the room number, but it was on the 4th floor (same as Inkeeper's Club) over the Seashore Sweets.

 

[Scott MC]

CONTEMPORARY RESORT:

The ALL NEW Disney's Contemporary Resort FAQ with PICTURES! (APR 2009) Thread: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2762185



Club Level Service

Phone #407-824-1775
Fax #407-824-3461

Email: contemporary.itinerary.planning@disneyworld.com
(Please do not contact the IPO until you have a confirmed reservation.)


Both Club Level floors offer service which includes personalized front desk and guest services, turndown service, refrigerator, coffeemaker, and lounge with continental breakfast, midday snacks, evening wine and cheese, beer, and evening cordials and dessert. The Atrium Club is on the 12th floor and is comprised of standard rooms and has full Club Level service. The Tower Club on the 14th floor offers the same full Club Level service. When you arrive tell the Cast Members working at the bell services desk located outside you are staying Club Level. They will call another Cast Member escort you up to the 12th or 14th floor because they already have a key which is coded for either floor that needs to be inserted into the elevator, so once you arrive on your floor you can check-in up there.


Difference between the 2 Club Level floors

The Atrium Club Magic Kingdom View and Bay Lake View became available by reservation on 01/09/09. Prior to that all you needed was an Atrium Club reservation and you would end up with either view.

With the Tower Club there are a total of 16 rooms, 5 standard rooms and 11 suites: 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites, a Vice Presidential Suite and a Presidential Suite. With the standard rooms, there is no guarantee of a Magic Kingdom or Bay Lake View. However with the Suites, you will be booked into a particular view which will indicate the Magic Kingdom View or Bay Lake View. Finally there are 4 Standard Magic Kingdom View rooms and 1 standard Bay Lake View room.

The lounge on the 12th floor is bigger with more seating than the 14th floor concierge lounge. They converted 3 standard rooms into the 12th floor lounge, so there are 3 balconies available on the MK side for all Concierge guests to watch the fireworks. The lounge on the 14th floor also offers seating outside on the balcony, which is something that is not offered on the 12th floor lounge.

Finally both floors serve the exact same foods for breakfast, afternoon snacks, 5:00 PM hors d'oeuvres and 8:00 PM desserts & cordials. The 12th floor Atrium Club is less expensive then the 14th floor Tower Club, even though on both floors offer the exact same service. The 14th floor is more expensive because fewer number of total rooms and Suites.

Hot hors d'oeuvres menu from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, for the Atrium Club & Tower Club

Sunday
Duck Confit with Apple Slaw
Prosciutto Flatbread

Monday
Beef Kafta Skewers
Prosciutto Wrapped Sea Scallops

Tuesday
Rock Shrimp with Humus
Lollipop Chicken with BBQ Sauce

Wednesday
Pork Pot Stickers
Conch Fritters

Thursday
BBQ Short Rib in Spring Roll
Tomato and Mozzarella Bruschetta

Friday
Blue Crab Cheese Cake
Beef Tenderloin Skewers

Saturday
Macadamia Nut Chicken
Beef and Goat Cheese Flatbread

CR Resort Fan 4 Life: "This past August when I was in the lounge on a Thursday night they ran out of the BBQ Short Rib in Spring Roll and replaced it with the Beef Wellington that was on the old lounge menu. (just in case it ever happens again, if someone was looking forward to a specific item.)"



If you are staying in an Atrium Club - Bay Lake View and want to watch Wishes, go to the lounge on the 12th floor to watch them; they also pipe in the music over there. The same thing can be done for guests staying with a Bay Lake View on the Tower Club 14th floor. The music is also piped in up there. Finally on nights when the Magic Kingdom is having Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, the music for either party is also piped into both lounge balconies.


The Contemporary IPO Cast Members are also the Grand Floridian IPO Cast Members.


Pictures...thanks WDWKOOK

More Atrium Club Level lounge photos.
http://contemporaryresort.net/atriumclub.html

14TH FLOOR FLOORPLAN, LOUNGE PICTURES, STANDARD AND HA ROOM DESCRIPTIONS- see post #17
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.ph...8&postcount=17

More lounge photos of the Tower Club.
http://contemporaryresort.net/towerclub.html

Room #4911 on the Tower Club.
http://www.contemporaryresort.net/room4911.html

Room #4912 on the Tower Club.
http://www.contemporaryresort.net/room4912.html

Presidential Suite photos.
http://contemporaryresort.net/Presidential_Suite.html

Vice Presidential Suite photos.
http://contemporaryresort.net/Vice_P...ial_Suite.html

One Bedroom Suite photos.
http://contemporaryresort.net/oneroomsuite.html

 

[Scott MC]

GRAND FLORIDIAN:

It is important to note that at The Grand Floridian, there are 2 levels of Concierge Service. There are rooms in the main building, which is called the Royal Palm Club. There is also an entire outer building on property called Sugar Loaf Key. Rooms here are less expensive than those in the main building.


Special Thanks to Canadian Guy and k&a&c'smom for the following information:

The All New Grand Floridian FAQ - http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2932607

Club Concierge Itinerary Planner Office
(For Confirmed Club Level Reservations Only)

PH: 407-824-1775
FX: 407-824-3461
Grand.Floridian.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(Please do not contact the IPO until you have a confirmed reservation.)


The third, fourth and fifth floors of the main building are home to the 83 Concierge rooms (including suites). Access to these floors is by private elevator only. Staff is available on the third floor to answer questions, plan outings, to make dining Priority Seating arrangements, ticket purchases, make transportation arrangements and to fill requests for special dining or accommodation needs.

The Concierge Lounge is located on the fourth floor. Here, guests may enjoy a continental breakfast from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The continental breakfast includes danish, bagels, cereal, fresh fruits, coffee, tea and juice. "Daily Delights" from 11:30am to 2:30pm (the menu varies daily, but usually includes a meat dish, fruits and a vegetarian dish, including cookies, coffee, sodas and juices). Afternoon tea from 3pm to 4:30pm (includes scones, fruit breads, cookies, jam tarts, and of course, tea). Twilight Refreshments from 5pm to 7pm (includes wine and cheese, with appetizer type dishes served. NOTE: The Sugar Loaf Key Building serves a different Twilight Refreshment service, with no wine or children's items being offered). "Grand Indulgences" (desserts and cordials) from 8pm to 10pm. Other concierge amenities include robes (for use while at the resort).

Guests who need to connect to home or work via the Internet while vacationing, will find high speed internet access. Cost is $9.95 per day and it is a 'wired' connection in each room. The cable is provided and usually found in a labeled bag on a hanger in the closet area.

Rollaway beds are offered free of charge. Guest may request bed boards, bed rails, down pillows, heating pads, microwave oven (limited number available), extra pillows, blankets, towels, robes and International Electrical Adapters. Call Housekeeping to do so.

If there are more than 2 adults in the same room, there is an additional charge of $25 per person, per night. For families with very small children, cribs (the pak-n-play variety), playpens and high chairs are available by calling Housekeeping or Guest Services.

A limited number of handicapped accessible rooms are available. In Sago Cay, there are 3 rooms, Sugar Loaf has 2, Big Pine Key has 2 and there are some in Conch Key as well.

Check-in is at 3 p.m. and check-out is at 11 a.m. Guest may check in as early as 7 a.m. and if the room is not ready, store luggage with Bell Services and head for the theme parks when they open.


LOUNGES

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort Royal Palm Club 7:00 am - 10:00 pm 4th Floor, Main Building

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Sugar Loaf Key Club 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Sugar Loaf Key Building

LOUNGE OFFERINGS

Morning:
7:00am - 10:30am
pastries, fruit, cereal & beverages

Snacks:
11:30am - 4:00pm
chips, cookies & beverages

Afternoon Tea: (Royal Palm & Sugarloaf ONLY)
3:00pm - 4:30pm
scones, cookies, tartlettes, fruit breads, trifle & beverages

Evening:
5:00pm - 7:00pm
hot item samples, children's corner, crudites, cheese tray, beverages, wine & beer (champagne at Royal Palm & Sugarloaf)

Cordials & Desserts:
8:00pm - 10:00pm
assorted desserts and cordials

All Day:
7:00am - 10:00pm
whole fresh fruit & beverages


Pre-Arrival Information

Once you make concierge reservation you should email the IPO and touch base with them and introduce yourself. Then around 2 weeks before dining can be made email them with what you want.

One of these benefits is personalized itinerary planning. The benefits of an on-site Itinerary Planner are substantial, providing your Clients with a “seamless vacation” and giving them the best opportunity to participate in all the activities and events that interest them during their stay. Personal Itinerary Planning assistance includes :

- Recreational Activities
- Entertainment
- Childcare
- Dining
- Special Arrangements
- Special Events
- Spa Services
- Golf

I stayed in the Royal Palm Club in August of 2009. Remarkably, I didn't take lounge pictures, but I did take room pictures. Our room was located on the 4th floor, facing the beach pool, wedding chapel and Polynesian Resort. I apologize for forgetting the room number, but our room was directly above Commander Porters.
Here are some of my personal pictures....

 

[Scott MC]

POLYNESIAN:


Special Thanks to Guitarob for the following information:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2863058

Contact Information:
Phone: (407) 824-2466
Fax: (407) 824-3162

Email: Polynesian.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(Please do not contact the IPO until you have a confirmed reservation.)

When sending an email, you should receive a generic response within several hours. This will let you know your email was received and that someone will be contacting you soon. Within a day or 2, you should receive a personalized email response from a member of the IPO team.


10/5/2009: NEW Menu at Polynesian CL Lounge! Page 19, post 276: http://www.disboards.com/showpost.ph...&postcount=276 Thanks, Tess!



Thanks to CR Resort Fan 4 Life, here's the nightly listing of food offerings in the concierge lounge at the Polynesian. Thanks, CR Resort Fan!

Sunday
Create Your Own Mini Pork Sandwiches with Asian Cole Slaw
Vegetable Spring Rolls with Dipping Sauces
Tropical Pineapple Fruit Tray
Assorted Cheese Tray
Vegetable Platter

Monday
California Rolls and Cucumber Avocado Rolls
Make Your Own Asian Noodle Bowl
Tropical Pineapple Fruit Tray
Assorted Cheese Tray
Vegetable Platter

Tuesday
Slow Roasted Barbeque Pork Ribs
Hot and Sour Soup with Chicken
Tropical Pineapple Fruit Tray
Assorted Cheese Tray
Vegetable Platter

Wednesday
Spirit of Aloha Chicken Drumsticks
Spirit of Aloha Fried Rice
Tropical Pineapple Fruit Tray
Assorted Cheese Tray
Vegetable Platter

Thursday
Wonton Chips served with Chimichurii Sauce
Tropical Salsa
Create your Own Asian Style Lettuce Wraps
Tropical Pineapple Fruit Tray
Assorted Cheese Tray
Vegetable Platter

Friday
Ohana Marinated Turkey Skewers with Peanut Sauce
Maui Onion Potatoes Au Gratin
Tropical Pineapple Fruit Tray
Assorted Cheese Tray
Vegetable Platter

Saturday
Kona Sticky Wings
Kona Chowder
Kona Salad with Fresh Fruit, Maytag Blue Cheese
Smoked Almonds, Mixed Greens with a Citrus Vinaigrette
Tropical Pineapple Fruit Tray
Assorted Cheese Tray
Vegetable Platter

Concierge/Club Level

Club Level Suites are located in the Tonga building. I don't have any pictures of those; if anyone does, and would like to post them, I'm sure we'd all love to see them

Standard Concierge/Club Level rooms are located in the Hawaii building. The concierge lounge for the Tonga suites as well as for the guests of the Hawaii building, is located on the second and third floors of the Hawaii building. The first floor of the Hawaii building contains the concierge check-in desk.

Only guests staying in the Tonga and Hawaii buildings can open the doors with their specially-encoded room key cards.

 

[Scott MC]

WILDERNESS LODGE:

Current Wilderness Lodge FAQ (thanks WDWKOOK)
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2778033

Special Thanks to MAGICinMYHEART for the following information:

The Wilderness Lodge FAQ (Part 7) Simbas and Tiggers and Humphreys OH MY!
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2319081 (started on 10/28/2009)

The Wilderness Lodge FAQ (Part 6) Simbas and Tiggers and Humphreys OH MY!
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1710310 (closed on 10/25/2009)


Old Faithful Club Lounge

You should receive an E-mail or phone call from the IPO Staff shortly after you book concierge. (These staff cast members aren't located at Wilderness Lodge but will be your first contact.)

Updated new information:
The 200 day mark is the latest date you should wait to hear from the Planning Office. If you haven't received a call by then you need to be sure you contact the IPO asap.

For Guest stay Club Level:
Wilderness Lodge Itinerary Planning Office
Phone: 407-824-2466
Fax” 407-824-3162

Email: Wilderness.Lodge.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(Please do not contact the IPO until you have a confirmed reservation.)

Sample Letter:
WELCOME
Personal Itinerary Planner
Disney?s Wilderness Lodge Resort has assembled a team of itinerary planners who will work closely with you in developing an itinerary that best meets the needs and wishes of your party. Many of our restaurants, recreational opportunities, spa treatments, and shows can be booked 180 days or more in advance of your visit. For the greatest success in securing the dates and times you prefer, we recommend that you contact our team at your earliest convenience. You may contact us by e-mail, telephone, or by completing and returning the attached Personal Vacation Itinerary Planner. All requests made will be booked, based upon availability. A confirmation will be returned to you in the form of a personalized itinerary.
Your itinerary planning team is available to assist you from 8a.m. to 8 p.m., everyday of the week, excluding holidays. We may be reached via e-mail, mail, fax, or telephone at the numbers and address listed below. We encourage you to visit our website: www.disneyworld.com.

So you have all your ADR's, special gifts, and room request done and it's time for your Trip.

If you arrive by personal/private car at the Wilderness Lodge the first contact will be the security guard at the entrance. You will be required to show a photo ID (required for any arriving guest) notify the guard that you will be a Concierge Guest then drive to the main entrance you will be met by one of the Concierge Cast Members who will escorted you and your group to the 7th floor. You will by-pass the check-in line in the Lobby, but you must be escorted to have access to the 7th floor.

When you arrive, if your room is ready they may show you directly to your room to freshen up and get settled in...before going back and checking in. If your room isn't ready you may still check-in and enjoy the lounge and food offerings.
________________________________
The Club Concierge Cast Members of the Old Faithful Club at Disney Wilderness Lodge wish to welcome you home!

Club Concierge Cast Members are at your service daily from 7 am to 10 pm to arrange dining, childcare, transportation, recreation activities, account settlements and many other services.

The Old Faithful Club Lounge, located on the 7th Floor Atrium Area, is for the exclusive use of our Club Guest. We invite you to sample our food and beverage offerings, take part in our available activities, or simply relax and enjoy the surroundings.

When visiting the lounge, may we suggest footwear and cover-ups for swim wear. We ask that an adult accompany Guest below the age of 10. If you plan to partake in our wine, beer or cordials, please be prepared to present appropriate photo identification.

We hope you enjoy your stay at Wilderness Lodge...dedicated to the legacy of our National Parks.

Hours of Service
Coffee Service........................................... ....6:30am-10:00pm
Continental Breakfast......................................7:3 0am-10:30am
Snacks & Refreshments...................................11: 30am-4:00pm
Wine & Cheese Selections................................5:00pm-7:00pm
Cordials & Desserts.........................................8 :00pm-10:00pm

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

Great job!!!

 

[Scott MC]

YACHT & BEACH CLUB:


Special thanks to tete01830 & natebenma for the following information:

2010 Yacht and Beach Club FAQ, Part II:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2530931 Started 8/11/2010

The New 2008 Beach Club and Yacht Club FAQs thread:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1858494 Closed 8/11/2010


Club Level - YC

Regatta Club
7:00 am - 10:00 pm 5th Floor, Main Building


Club Level - BC

Stone Harbor Club
7:00 am - 10:00 pm 5th Floor, Main Building



Contact Information for both:

PH: 407-934-1448
FX: 407-934-1487
Yacht.Beach.Club.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com
(Please do not contact the IPO until you have a confirmed reservation.)


Lounge offerings
Morning:
7:00am - 10:30am
pastries, fruit, cereal & beverages

Snacks:
11:30am - 4:00pm
chips, cookies & beverages

Evening:
5:00pm - 7:00pm
hot item samples, children's corner, crudites, cheese tray, beverages, wine & beer

Cordials & Desserts:
8:00pm - 10:00pm
assorted desserts and cordials

All Day:
7:00am - 10:00pm
whole fresh fruit & beverages

Regatta Club Pictures (Thanks WDWKOOK)

Stone Harbor Club Pictures (Thanks to my dear friend(s) UncleOrville!)

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

Here are some of my own personal YC CL pics:

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

My own personal BC CL pics:

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

My own personal Poly CL pics:

 

[disneydreamin247]

Thanks Erika! "Home" looks so good. I can't wait to see it again in 20 days!

 

[mickeynut1]

Scott MC......Thanks for starting a new Concierge/Club Level thread.....everything looks great .

TigrLvsPooh........Thanks for posting the pics . All of the club levels looks nice....makes it hard to decide which one to choose . Thanks for your opinion on the old thread. I have been wanting to try AKL CL, but I would also like to try YC CL and since we are trying CL at the Poly after our cruise, that only leaves one other resort to pick . My DSs want AKL over YC because there is no CS at the Epcot resorts (or I should say no CS like what they're used to as they love Captain Cooks at the Poly); otherwise, YC would probably be the choice.

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

Scott MC......Thanks for starting a new Concierge/Club Level thread.....everything looks great .

TigrLvsPooh........Thanks for posting the pics . All of the club levels looks nice....makes it hard to decide which one to choose . Thanks for your opinion on the old thread. I have been wanting to try AKL CL, but I would also like to try YC CL and since we are trying CL at the Poly after our cruise, that only leaves one other resort to pick . My DSs want AKL over YC because there is no CS at the Epcot resorts (or I should say no CS like what they're used to as they love Captain Cooks at the Poly); otherwise, YC would probably be the choice.

My boys (11 and 13) are total lounge lizards. They could care less about any other food in the resort because they just love the CL food. As far as lunch goes we usually eat CS in the park then head back to swim at the resort in the afternoon. Then we do table service dinners. I guess that's why CS at the resort never matters to our group.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Thanks for starting a new thread! My Atrium Club photos are on the first page of the old thread. You're welcome to add them here. I also have many BWI and WL CL photos/info. The links to those threads are in my signature.

 

[tiggrbaby]

New thread looks great - thanks!

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

Thanks Erika! "Home" looks so good. I can't wait to see it again in 20 days!

I have to say you picked a nice home We've only done Poly CL twice but I'd do it again in a heartbeat! Heaven!!!!