Disney's CONTEMPORARY RESORT Information & Questions

[mommyrosa2]

All packed and ready to go (a first for me ).

Only 2 more sleeps for us

 

[mickeynut1]

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Thanks for the heads up, KOOK

18 days until we check in. I'm so excited, but also in that weird planning stage of feeling like it's still too far out to pack, and i don't want to tweak our plans any more so I'm just counting down the days until i can do something!

It's never too early to start packing .

yay! i finally read thru all the posts on this forum & ready to jump in! we'll be staying at BLT on DVC points from Sept 24-Oct 6. it's our first stay ever at BLT as my "home resort". we're in a 1BDRM standard view. i'm using the great thread showing the different rooms & views, so thanks to all for posting info & pics!! can't wait to experience the EF&WF and MNSSHP for the 1st time also. WOOOHOOO!!

Welcome to the CR/BLT thread .

Glad you're getting all the information you need. This thread is great as it has a lot of knowledgeable posters who are always willing to help! I hope you have a great trip and enjoy BLT .

All packed and ready to go (a first for me ).

Only 2 more sleeps for us

 

[chrispeto]

13 days until we check in. I'm so excited

 

[mommyrosa2]

In 15 more minutes, I will "officially" be on vacation .

Pretty much all packed, oldest DD just dropped our furbaby off to the Vet for boarding (we always feel a little weepy but she said he was happy which is a great thing).

Not sure how anyone's going to sleep tonight but we better since we have to be out of the house by 4:30a for our early morning flight!

If anyone has any questions while we're there, let me know and I'll be happy to try and answer!!

 

[Cluelyss]

In 15 more minutes, I will "officially" be on vacation .

Pretty much all packed, oldest DD just dropped our furbaby off to the Vet for boarding (we always feel a little weepy but she said he was happy which is a great thing).

Not sure how anyone's going to sleep tonight but we better since we have to be out of the house by 4:30a for our early morning flight!

If anyone has any questions while we're there, let me know and I'll be happy to try and answer!!

Have a great trip!!!

 

[mickeynut1]

13 days until we check in. I'm so excited

In 15 more minutes, I will "officially" be on vacation .

Pretty much all packed, oldest DD just dropped our furbaby off to the Vet for boarding (we always feel a little weepy but she said he was happy which is a great thing).

Not sure how anyone's going to sleep tonight but we better since we have to be out of the house by 4:30a for our early morning flight!

If anyone has any questions while we're there, let me know and I'll be happy to try and answer!!

Have a great trip!

 

[CJK]

Hi all! Its been a while since I posted on this thread. Even now, I'm not staying here, but I'm helping a friend plan their trip. I hope to be posting about my own trip very soon!

I have a couple questions.

1. I see on this month's recreation guide something about 'changing of the guard' at 4:30pm. What exactly is this?

2. Do they still offer free beer tastings in the Wave restaurant at 3pm on Saturdays?

Thanks!

 

[BlueSkies]

In 15 more minutes, I will "officially" be on vacation .

Pretty much all packed, oldest DD just dropped our furbaby off to the Vet for boarding (we always feel a little weepy but she said he was happy which is a great thing).

Not sure how anyone's going to sleep tonight but we better since we have to be out of the house by 4:30a for our early morning flight!

If anyone has any questions while we're there, let me know and I'll be happy to try and answer!!

Have a great trip!! Would enjoy hearing your thoughts and comparisons between the CR and Poly...

 

[mommyrosa2]

We arrived at MCO this morning a few minutes earlier than expected and only waited about 15 min. before we started boarding ME. CR was the last stop this time around BUT it still only took us a total of 45 min. to get here...great start so far, so I thought!

Upon arrival, we were greeted outside by a CM who escorted us to the elevator and well, she didn't hit the 12th floor button as we expected, instead, she took us to the 14th floor and told us that we've been upgraded to a 1 bedroom suite . Room still isn't ready but no complaints here...honestly, could we get any luckier??? I'll be sure to take some pics when we get in.

 

[mickeynut1]

Hi all! Its been a while since I posted on this thread. Even now, I'm not staying here, but I'm helping a friend plan their trip. I hope to be posting about my own trip very soon!

I have a couple questions.

1. I see on this month's recreation guide something about 'changing of the guard' at 4:30pm. What exactly is this?

2. Do they still offer free beer tastings in the Wave restaurant at 3pm on Saturdays?

Thanks!

I can't answer your questions, but hopefully someone else will be able to help .

We arrived at MCO this morning a few minutes earlier than expected and only waited about 15 min. before we started boarding ME. CR was the last stop this time around BUT it still only took us a total of 45 min. to get here...great start so far, so I thought!

Upon arrival, we were greeted outside by a CM who escorted us to the elevator and well, she didn't hit the 12th floor button as we expected, instead, she took us to the 14th floor and told us that we've been upgraded to a 1 bedroom suite . Room still isn't ready but no complaints here...honestly, could we get any luckier??? I'll be sure to take some pics when we get in.

Congrats on the awesome upgrade! Enjoy

 

[crazyfordisney2000]

Does anyone know if there is a toaster available for use in the Contemp Cafe?

 

[maryandtyson]

I know that at the Beach Club, "changing of the guard" is a little show with music and dancing that the lifeguards do in the afternoon when they change shifts. ITS fun to watch! I assume this is similar.

Don't know about the beer tastings, but I'd love to find out more!

 

[CJK]

I know that at the Beach Club, "changing of the guard" is a little show with music and dancing that the lifeguards do in the afternoon when they change shifts. ITS fun to watch! I assume this is similar.

Don't know about the beer tastings, but I'd love to find out more!

Changing of the guard sounds like fun! Thanks! Here's a little blurb on the free beer tasting that I was talking about. In 2014, it was mentioned in the recreation guide, but I see it's not in the August guide of 2015. I'm wondering if it has been discontinued? If anyone is currently at the Contemporary, could you ask? I don't want to mention this to my friends if it has been discontinued. http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/General...or_guests_of_Disney_s_Contemporary_Resort.htm

 

[CJLove79]

We arrived at MCO this morning a few minutes earlier than expected and only waited about 15 min. before we started boarding ME. CR was the last stop this time around BUT it still only took us a total of 45 min. to get here...great start so far, so I thought!

Upon arrival, we were greeted outside by a CM who escorted us to the elevator and well, she didn't hit the 12th floor button as we expected, instead, she took us to the 14th floor and told us that we've been upgraded to a 1 bedroom suite . Room still isn't ready but no complaints here...honestly, could we get any luckier??? I'll be sure to take some pics when we get in.

That's great!!! Me and my girl are going to be in the Theme Park View Atrium Level for our 5 year anniversary this coming October & we're hoping for an upgrade also. I already had them apply an internal notation for the 14th Floor but I'm expecting that we'll be in the Atrium Level regardless. Did you do the Online Check In for the Atrium Level? Any room request or any other type of requests you made while doing it? And what Room Number are you staying in? Your help will be greatly appreciated.

 

[WDWKOOK]

18 days until we check in. I'm so excited, but also in that weird planning stage of feeling like it's still too far out to pack, and i don't want to tweak our plans any more so I'm just counting down the days until i can do something!

I know what you mean and then suddenly, everything has to be done a few days before you leave.

yay! i finally read thru all the posts on this forum & ready to jump in! we'll be staying at BLT on DVC points from Sept 24-Oct 6. it's our first stay ever at BLT as my "home resort". we're in a 1BDRM standard view. i'm using the great thread showing the different rooms & views, so thanks to all for posting info & pics!! can't wait to experience the EF&WF and MNSSHP for the 1st time also. WOOOHOOO!!

I think my only question is about the fridge/freezer in our kitchen. does it have an ice maker & does it use filtered water to make the ice? since we're from Hawaii where the tap water is naturally filtered, we're particular about water taste & quality. hope someone out there has an answer! thank you!

Welcome and I'll add your dates to the Log-o-Rail. The one bedroom is gorgeous.

13 days until we check in. I'm so excited

Even closer to your trip now! 8 days for us

Hi all! Its been a while since I posted on this thread. Even now, I'm not staying here, but I'm helping a friend plan their trip. I hope to be posting about my own trip very soon!

I have a couple questions.

1. I see on this month's recreation guide something about 'changing of the guard' at 4:30pm. What exactly is this?

2. Do they still offer free beer tastings in the Wave restaurant at 3pm on Saturdays?

Thanks!

They still had the beer tasting in April, but you're right that it's not appearing on the activity calendar this month, so I guess they may have discontinued it or perhaps its seasonal.

We arrived at MCO this morning a few minutes earlier than expected and only waited about 15 min. before we started boarding ME. CR was the last stop this time around BUT it still only took us a total of 45 min. to get here...great start so far, so I thought!

Upon arrival, we were greeted outside by a CM who escorted us to the elevator and well, she didn't hit the 12th floor button as we expected, instead, she took us to the 14th floor and told us that we've been upgraded to a 1 bedroom suite . Room still isn't ready but no complaints here...honestly, could we get any luckier??? I'll be sure to take some pics when we get in.

WOW! How amazing! Congratulations and enjoy your sweet suite

Does anyone know if there is a toaster available for use in the Contemp Cafe?

Two toasters, no waiting...

 

[crazyfordisney2000]

Two toasters, no waiting...

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Yay!! Thanks!

 

[Trinity88]

We have a 1 bdr BLT room booked I'm thinking I'd like my youngest DD to sleep in the room with DH and I so she isn't bothered if we keep the older kids out later. Does anyone know if the single chair/pullout bed will fit in the bedroom with the king bed? Can it even be moved? If not, I can bring an air mattress that she's used to sleeping on (at grandparents), it's just extra to pack.

 

[hill6]

Looked at DVC website tonight and 15 minutes later we went from a one bedroom at Saratoga Springs to a two bedroom Theme Park View at BLT. One of my dream rooms to stay in will be fulfilled.

 

[mommyrosa2]

Checked out of CR this morning to move over to the Poly. Everything about our stay here has been amazing! We didn't end up getting into our suite until almost 5 pm which was very unexpected but thankfully the CL CM kept us entertained. Later that night as we were heading out, he pulled us aside to apologize for the delay and told us we had a room credit added for the inconvenience. ..thought that was very nice. Here are aome pics of our suite, room 4908:

 

[mommyrosa2]

Couple more:

There was another full bathroom that had a stand alone shower but I'm having an issue with internet connection right now