Confused about AP discounts

[disneygal55]

I am so confused about how to get the AP discounts for a resort stay. I called the main WDW number and the CM told me that I could go online now for a vacation at the end of June. Well I couldn't book that far in advance using the online method. Do you have to wait until 60 days before your planned trip to book a discounted reservation? I called the main number again and they told me that I should just wait until the AP guide comes in or else wait for e-mail information. The whole process is confusing.

 

[scoutsmom99]

AP discounts are only available at this time for trips prior to or starting on April 8, 2006. Nothing has been released for dates of April 9, 2006 or later, which is why you are unable to book your vacation at this time. No one knows at this point if and when Disney will release ap codes for the rest of spring/summer.

When the time comes and the codes are released then you will be able to book with CRO or on-line. Be advised that when booking on-line it appears there is still a cancellation policy of 46 days in advance. If you book over the phone they have the old 5 day in advance cancellation policy. I'm not sure if the on-line cancellation will change, but as of this afternoon when I was looking up rates it was still there.

 

[mickeyluv]

Be advised that when booking on-line it appears there is still a cancellation policy of 46 days in advance. If you book over the phone they have the old 5 day in advance cancellation policy.

Scoutsmom,
I understand what you are saying about the cancellation policy, but I'm confused. Can you get the same discount for a room-only ressie by calling and making the reservation or is the discount better when making it online?

 

[RachelTori]

I understand what you are saying about the cancellation policy, but I'm confused. Can you get the same discount for a room-only ressie by calling and making the reservation or is the discount better when making it online?

It should be the same rate whether you call CRO or book it online.

 

[scoutsmom99]

an you get the same discount for a room-only ressie by calling and making the reservation or is the discount better when making it online?

Yes it would be for the same rate!

Here is the Terms and Contidions for the on-line Passholder Resort Ressies in case anyone is interested:

Terms and Conditions for Room Only Reservations under the Passholder Resort Room Only Offer
Deposit Requirements

* A credit card deposit must be received at time of booking or the reservation will be automatically cancelled.

Cancellation Policy

* In order to receive a full refund of your deposit, notification of cancellation must be received at least 46 days prior to your arrival date. To cancel or modify an existing reservation, call (407) 560-PASS (560-7277)†. The cancellation and refund policy is subject to change.

Rate Revisions

* Room rates are guaranteed as long as your reservation is not changed.

Please Note the Following

* Room Reservations are not accepted until confirmed by confirmation number.
* For reservation information PRIOR TO ARRIVAL, please call (407) 560-PASS†.
* All rates are in US dollars.
* Final payment is due upon arrival.
* Passholder must present his or her valid pass at check in.
* All room reservations and transactions are made and consummated in the State of Florida. Room reservations and transactions and these Terms and Conditions for Room-Only Reservations shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.
* These Terms and Conditions for Room-Only Reservations are subject to change by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Online without notice.

Non-Transferable

* Reservations are not transferable, and the guest for whom the room(s) or package(s) are reserved may not be changed.


Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Online
7100 Municipal Drive
Orlando, FL 32819

Please do not send payments to this address.

CST 1022229-50


†If you are under 18 years of age, you must have your parent or guardian's permission to dial this number.

 

[mickeyluv]

Okay got it. So I'm thinking that it would be safer to call and make the reservation versus making it online (if the price would be the same). This way you would be able to cancel just five days before your arrival date versus 45 days. I mean you never know, many things could happen in 40 days that may necessitate you cancelling and having to rebook for a later time.

 

[DMRick]

I"m looking at my confirmation they e-mailed me just a few minutes ago, and it says
-in order to receive a full refund of your deposit, noticifcation of cancellation must be received at least 4.6 (yep, there is a point in mine LOL) days prior to your arrival date.

It does say subject to change. I also made one of the room ressie's on the phone, and was told the new policy (he said for this month..guess they don't appreciate all the changes) is 5 days for AP holders.