Don't know how I did it....

[PrincessNoelle'sMom]

but I was able to score a ressie at HHI for Thanksgiving Weekend. From what I have been told, this is a pretty tough one to get. I just decided that I have had enough of the "in-laws" around the holidays and am taking the kids away from it all. Can't swing a whole Disney trip but am planning on driving down from NJ for 3 nights and 4 days and staying in a 2 BR villa. Can someone please tell me what to expect at this property? I have never been and want to make this special since we will not be with any other family.

TIA

 

[DizGirl20]

Sorry, I've been to HHI but have not stayed @ the DVC property (yet!)... but just wanted to say you are sooooo lucky (and smart) to be going away for the holidays! Enjoy.

My favorite memory is renting bikes and riding on the bike paths around the island. Your kids look like they are at the perfect ages to do this!

 

[bumbershoot]

I have no suggestions, but wanted to congratulate you for making such a big leap! I tell you, Thanksgiving (which is weird for my family anyway as we're vegetarian LOL) has been so much lovelier ever since we just embraced the fact that we spend the day, just the three of us, and ENJOY it!

 

[BlackRock]

good for you.

 

[PrincessNoelle'sMom]

Thanks for the support everyone. I'd still like to hear from anyone who has been to this resort for an actual Holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc...) and what I can expect. I'm still a little nervous and a whole lot of excited!!

 

[gracelrm]

Congrats on getting HHI for Thanksgiving. We've been to HH probably 5 or 6 times and truly, I think it's my kids favorite DVC resort. I've never been at Thanksgiving, but think someday we will try for that. I know that in the past the resort has a prepared Thanksgiving meal that you could order. It seems like I've heard a few weeks prior to Thanksgiving they will send you a letter informing you of how to order this. I think they have a few extra activities just for the holidays. Hopefully the weather will be nice enough for bike rentals. My kids really enjoy renting bikes and biking to many of the places around the island -depending on the ages of your kids, they may really like it too!