DIS/DISUnplugged/Dreams December Event Info DISapalooza

[NancyIL]

UGH! We were thinking about POR but if that's an overflow resort I *might* be able to convince DH to spring for an AP and get a discount at WL or AKL.

WL has only courtyard view with bunk beds left at the AP rate of $214/night + tax during DAP. AKL still has standard rooms at $139/night. You don't have to buy an AP to book a room at the AP rate. Just have the AP or AP voucher by the time you check-in.

 

[NancyIL]

I got a courtyard w/o bunk beds and it was $171 plus tax!

I am sure your friend's pocket book will agree!!!

Are you guys doing Savannah view?

We'll see you at WL during DAP! My friend really wanted to stay at WL during holiday time (and I did, too), so we're staying put. I was happy with the rate we were planning to pay at WL - until every other resort had lower AP rates available!

 

[baby1disney]

I wish I won a big lottery so I could treat ALL my DIS friends to DAP!

AWWWWWW!!!!! The day that I'm having...that would cheer me up immensly!!!

I wish I had an AP

I do too!!! It seems like everyone is leaving POP ann going somewhere else....will I have any friends to play with at night?!?!


OK...I'm goin to vent for a min...G***amn M***** F******!!!!!! I reaaaaaaallllllllyyyyyy hate the public sometimes!!!!!!

OK...I feel a lil better...

 

[maroo]

You completely rock.

I am totally saving this.

Thank you so much!!!!

We'll see you at WL during DAP! My friend really wanted to stay at WL during holiday time (and I did, too), so we're staying put. I was happy with the rate we were planning to pay at WL - until every other resort had lower AP rates available!

Woo Hoo!!!

I am so glad!

I was a little bummed for you when you said you were doing parking lot view...I totally think everyone should spring for Savannah when staying at the AKL!

I need to read about the WL and figure out what room area I think I may want to request! I am pumped!

 

[Minnie Lor]

I'm happy to be at Pop and not moving up and out. My 40% off military rate is $49 a night plus tax. So for $442 that gets me 8 nights at the world.

For those without an AP, discounts might come out for the general public. They usually do.

 

[maroo]

I'm happy to be at Pop and not moving up and out. My 40% off military rate is $49 a night plus tax. So for $442 that gets me 8 nights at the world.

For those without an AP, discounts might come out for the general public. They usually do.

That is a fantastic rate!!

I didn't realize you were in the military? Thank you for your service! (And if it is a family member - thank them for their service and you for filling the gaps when they are gone! )

 

[NancyIL]

Woo Hoo!!!

I am so glad!

I was a little bummed for you when you said you were doing parking lot view...I totally think everyone should spring for Savannah when staying at the AKL!

I need to read about the WL and figure out what room area I think I may want to request! I am pumped!

The only way to get a Savannah view at an AP rate during DAP is with bunk beds @ $234/night. That was NOT going to happen, had we decided to make the switch!

We have a "run of house" room at WL, so they could put us anywhere. I don't plan to spend a whole lot of time in the room, so the location of the room doesn't matter that much to me.

 

[jeanigor]

I'm happy to be at Pop and not moving up and out. My 40% off military rate is $49 a night plus tax. So for $442 that gets me 8 nights at the world.

For those without an AP, discounts might come out for the general public. They usually do.

That is an awesome rate!!!

 

[Minnie Lor]

That is a fantastic rate!!

I didn't realize you were in the military? Thank you for your service! (And if it is a family member - thank them for their service and you for filling the gaps when they are gone! )

DH is a retired Air Force officer. I'll pass on the thanks to him. He met me after he retired.

 

[NancyIL]

I can see why people who booked a value resort at the rack rate of $82 would be enticed to move to a moderate at an AP rate of $89. On the other hand, the AP rate at Pop of $54 is great, and the military rate of $49 is even better!

I'm usually cheap, cheap, cheap - but decided that if I was ever going to stay at WL, a discounted rate at holiday time with a friend to split the cost was the time to do it!

 

[Minnie Lor]

That is an awesome rate!!!

Thanks! The room-only discount for general public will probably come out in September for rooms in December. Then everybody can get a good rate whether they're military, have an AP, etc.

Here's the historical discount chart: http://www.mousesavers.com/historicalwdwdiscounts.html#codetrends Click on "chart of past discounts"

Soon everybody is going to be

 

[baby1disney]

I really don't wanna go over to the resorts board and ask about a code for values....but does anyone here have a code or know of one??? If not, I'll go over there.

 

[Minnie Lor]

I really don't wanna go over to the resorts board and ask about a code for values....but does anyone here have a code or know of one??? If not, I'll go over there.

Seriously, hook up with a dreams unlimited agent. They do all the work and will look for discounts at no cost to you. If you don't have an AP there isn't a code - YET. Check the previous post.

 

[maroo]

The only way to get a Savannah view at an AP rate during DAP is with bunk beds @ $234/night. That was NOT going to happen, had we decided to make the switch!

We have a "run of house" room at WL, so they could put us anywhere. I don't plan to spend a whole lot of time in the room, so the location of the room doesn't matter that much to me.

What is a "run of the house" room? That sounds very interesting?

We are actually doing the Savannah view bunk bed room for the last part of the trip (2 rooms). Six of my friends are joining me (6 adults and one child total)...and it is a long story, but a much needed vacation for a family that is going. Thankfully I am going as medical help as well as a friend, so that part of the trip is on someone else's credit card.

We booked the bunk bed room specifically since we had 4 adults in one of the rooms from 3 different families.

I am trying to think of some things we can do to make that trip extra, extra special for them. The young lady, Rachel (not to be confused with Lauren, pictured below), that I am going to help with her medical stuff...has a very rare disease. This will probably be their last big trip as a family and we may spend a good bit of time in the room making sure she is well rested.

I have been trying to figure out what things we can do that would special for her that would not be completely draining...this is probably off topic...but when are we ever on topic???

So far we have planned...

* Candlelight Processional - Le Cellier (if I can get it) Package so we can eat and not have to worry about getting seats. Probably late lunch and 5:00 show would be the easiest "tickets" to get?

* Osbourne Lights - plan is to do this about 30 minutes after DHS closes one night so that the park will be relatively empty. Fewer crowds for her the better.

* MVMCP - I actually considered getting two tickets for each of us to this. I just don't know how long she will be able to stay in her wheelchair - we plan to rest during the day and go that evening. I have never been...but plan to go at least once during DAP to scope things out for Rachel's family so we can plan to see the best parts of MVMCP.

* CRT - very early Saturday morning if we can get the ressie. This is actually for Ellie - the 4 yr old that is going with us!

I think that is it?

One thing I am hoping to do is find some cool stuff to do at the resort for her. I have heard you can watch the animals at night with these special glasses? That would be cool. We will probably split up a lot. 4 of the 7 have never been to Disney! I love new Disney people!!

DH is a retired Air Force officer. I'll pass on the thanks to him. He met me after he retired.

Yes!! Please tell him thank you!!

 

[tickledtink33]

I haven't been able to consult my friend's pocketbook because she is returning home from a trip today! IF she agrees to change to AKL, I'm sure we'll have the parking lot/roof view!

**I wasn't kidding about the view. Here's what WDW's web site says about the AKL's standard view room: Standard Rooms offer a view of a parking area or rooftop.

I have had standard view many times at AKL and the views really vary. Some view the parking area and rooftops. I have also had one down by Simba's Clubhouse on the 1st floor that had an enclosed patio with shrubbery that had a view of a sidewalk. I also had one that was on one of the savannahs but it was at such a strange angle that the savannah wasn't visible from inside the room. To see it you had to go out on the balcony and lean over just a bit and look left. Fine for an adult but a child would not have been able to see anything. I have also been upgraded to savannah view a couple of times. When you book the standard view it is really pot luck what you will be looking at. We will be so busy during DAP we won't have time for the view anyway and $139 is a great deal.

 

[NancyIL]

I have had standard view many times at AKL and the views really vary. Some view the parking area and rooftops. I have also had one down by Simba's Clubhouse on the 1st floor that had an enclosed patio with shrubbery that had a view of a sidewalk. I also had one that was on one of the savannahs but it was at such a strange angle that the savannah wasn't visible from inside the room. To see it you had to go out on the balcony and lean over just a bit and look left. Fine for an adult but a child would not have been able to see anything. I have also been upgraded to savannah view a couple of times. When you book the standard view it is really pot luck what you will be looking at. We will be so busy during DAP we won't have time for the view anyway and $139 is a great deal.

Thanks - I'll keep that info in mind for a future AKL stay!

 

[tickledtink33]

OK...I'm goin to vent for a min...G***amn M***** F******!!!!!! I reaaaaaaallllllllyyyyyy hate the public sometimes!!!!!!

OK...I feel a lil better...

I don't wish to be rude but I find this extremely offensive. It is okay to vent but this kind of language is not cool. Keep in mind this is not an adult exclusive community.

 

[NancyIL]

What is a "run of the house" room? That sounds very interesting?

We are actually doing the Savannah view bunk bed room for the last part of the trip (2 rooms). Six of my friends are joining me (6 adults and one child total)...and it is a long story, but a much needed vacation for a family that is going. Thankfully I am going as medical help as well as a friend, so that part of the trip is on someone else's credit card.

We booked the bunk bed room specifically since we had 4 adults in one of the rooms from 3 different families.

I am trying to think of some things we can do to make that trip extra, extra special for them. The young lady, Rachel (not to be confused with Lauren, pictured below), that I am going to help with her medical stuff...has a very rare disease. This will probably be their last big trip as a family and we may spend a good bit of time in the room making sure she is well rested.

I have been trying to figure out what things we can do that would special for her that would not be completely draining...this is probably off topic...but when are we ever on topic???

So far we have planned...

* Candlelight Processional - Le Cellier (if I can get it) Package so we can eat and not have to worry about getting seats. Probably late lunch and 5:00 show would be the easiest "tickets" to get?

* Osbourne Lights - plan is to do this about 30 minutes after DHS closes one night so that the park will be relatively empty. Fewer crowds for her the better.

* MVMCP - I actually considered getting two tickets for each of us to this. I just don't know how long she will be able to stay in her wheelchair - we plan to rest during the day and go that evening. I have never been...but plan to go at least once during DAP to scope things out for Rachel's family so we can plan to see the best parts of MVMCP.

* CRT - very early Saturday morning if we can get the ressie. This is actually for Ellie - the 4 yr old that is going with us!

I think that is it?

One thing I am hoping to do is find some cool stuff to do at the resort for her. I have heard you can watch the animals at night with these special glasses? That would be cool. We will probably split up a lot. 4 of the 7 have never been to Disney! I love new Disney people!!

We booked WL through a travel agency that had group space reserved. I think "run of house" is kind of like booking a cat. 12 guarantee cabin on DCL - you get what's left!

Your plans with your friends sound great! We really want to eat at Le Cellier, too - and I think the only way to get that might be to book the Candlelight Processional dinner package. I love the Osborne Lights! Just be sure you're IN the park before it closes. I've done the Christmas party enough times that I doubt I'll go to it this year. But for those who have never done it - you should go at least once!

 

[baby1disney]

Seriously, hook up with a dreams unlimited agent. They do all the work and will look for discounts at no cost to you. If you don't have an AP there isn't a code - YET. Check the previous post.

Well..I have requested a quote from Tracy awhile ago, but I didn't have the money to book it yet. So..I don't wanna keep asking for quotes if I don't have the money to book..ya know??

TODD...you haven't been first to quote me in awhile....what's goin on?!?! Did you find...someone....else...more interesting than........ME?!?!?!?!?

 

[jeanigor]

Well..I have requested a quote from Tracy awhile ago, but I didn't have the money to book it yet. So..I don't wanna keep asking for quotes if I don't have the money to book..ya know??

TODD...you haven't been first to quote me in awhile....what's goin on?!?! Did you find...someone....else...more interesting than........ME?!?!?!?!?

Lorie beat me to it. I would have suggested the same thing...a DU agent would be the way to go. They like making people happy. And saving money while on a vacation to Disney certainly should make anyone around here happy.