DVC Pools, Pool Hopping, Etc.

[pixiedust23]

That is a good question, I am not sure of the answer but if your were to use the BC beach since its located on the otherside of the sidewalk, im sure no one would notice. As far as the poly, since the beach is located right off the pool (the main part of the beach) the lifeguards sometimes check resort ids because that section is really where all the pool people sit. Now if you were to go on the beach right in front of the Hawaii building, i am sure no one would bother you.

I'm just tyring to get the official ruling. Some non DVC-ers were taunting me when I mentioned possibly viewing WISHES from the Poly beach. I'm not trying to sneak around the rules just wondering what we are entitled to.

 

[Patty3]

I would have thought that anyone would be able to view Wishes from the Poly beach. Oh WOW, I just read the posts you were referring to. I did not know there was a sign on the beach?

 

[pixiedust23]

Yea and I dont mind the policy its people being snotty about it that bothers me!

 

[allie&mattsmom]

We were specifically told by CM's at the Poly in May that anyone can watch Wishes from the beach. You do not have to be staying at the resort. Lots of people eat at O'hana's and stroll out to the beach to catch the fireworks.

 

[pixiedust23]

We were specifically told by CM's at the Poly in May that anyone can watch Wishes from the beach. You do not have to be staying at the resort. Lots of people eat at O'hana's and stroll out to the beach to catch the fireworks.

Thank you very much!

 

[spiceycat]

as a DVC member I am pretty sure you can use everything including the beach.

call and ask member services or your guide - they can ask the people in charge of the WDW resorts and get back to you unless they already know.

 

[paulh]

only place you carnt pool hop is SAB so you can got to the beach to watch the show just show your dvc card at the gate
Paulh

 

[Patty3]

Yea and I dont mind the policy its people being snotty about it that bothers me!

I totally agree with u, some of those posts were downright rude and out of line.

 

[pixiedust23]

only place you carnt pool hop is SAB so you can got to the beach to watch the show just show your dvc card at the gate
Paulh

I also believe you are not permitted at the AKL, though I have no idea why?!!?

 

[kathleena]

I also believe you are not permitted at the AKL, though I have no idea why?!!?

My guess would be because 1) it's the only pool at the resort - most have quiet pools also so the guests are more spread out and 2) the resort is very popular with visitors because of the animals so they anticipated extra "unofficial" use.

JMHO.

 

[Granny]

Some non DVC-ers were taunting me....

That'll teach you about associating with the wrong crowd!

 

[pixiedust23]

That'll teach you about associating with the wrong crowd!

They didnt know I was DVC I guess they didnt read my sig. And then they started going on about how people from other resorts shouldnt think they can go to the Poly for things. So I decided to ask them if pool hopping covered beaches and they didnt even know DVC was allowed to pool hop! I decided if they wont let me on their beach I can stand just at the edge of the pool patio to watch WISHES and then swim in their pool! muuuahahaha!

I shall never associate with the non-dvc crowd again. waaaay rude!

 

[spiceycat]

you know some people are jealous. I mean hey you own a piece of WDW!!!!

so just be nice yourself!!!

I may sound mean when I am defending Pop - there a few that post on the Dis that hate that place and try to make it sound horrible - even comparing it to a motel 6....

anyway the Polyn probably has the most loyal surporters of any of the resorts. there are some people who have been going to the Polyn since it opened - back in the 70's....

 

[pixiedust23]

Hey I take it all in good fun. I'd much rather turn it around into a joke then be rude about it! And yes I know they are just jealous of the wonderful DVC program and its fabulous members!

 

[Mickey527]

You can pool hop while staying at a DVC resort to any of the pools except SAB and AKL pool. You cannot pool hop if you are a DVC member and staying at a resort other than the DVC resorts. Your key card has to say DVC member on it. I know some DVC members who brag about staying at Pop Century using their AP to get good rates then pool hop to the "better" resorts. I so want to turn them in.
I watched the fireworks on July 3rd from the dock at Poly and never was questioned. I got to chatting and quite a few people there were from other resorts and came there to see the fireworks. They had the 4th of July fireworks at MK on the 3rd and 4th.
I would be careful however about swimming in the lakes in FL. There are signs posted with warnings about the bacteria that grows in the Fl lakes. I am sure Disney does what it can but with the heat in Fl the bacteria can't be eliminated. Two boys died a few years back in a lake in Southern Fl because the bacteria got into open wounds and the wounds became severly infected. I wouldn't take a chance, there are enougn pools to swim in.
I always wondered if that bacteria was one of the reasons why they closed the swimming area at Fort Wilderness and never reopened it or remodled it.
Peggie

 

[Patty3]

That'll teach you about associating with the wrong crowd!

 

[robinb]

pixiedust23,

You asked on the other thread if the pool bar was open late. Being a fellow LOTW, I know how you can get a drink and still enjoy the fireworks from your DVC-approved-not-quite-on-the-beach spot. We ordered drinks from the Tambu Lounge and asked for them in a to-go cup. We *gasp* broke the rules and watched the fireworks from the beach along the sidewalk and sipped our Lapu Lapus.

 

[PolyNothingBetter]

Just jealous of DVC Owners? Yikes get a grip already.

if we are so jealous of DVC owners, why is it that you are coming to our (cash paying) resort to share our pool and wonderful view? YOU are jealous why else you would be at our resort?

Geeez, with all due respect, do you find non-DVC members frequenting DVC places to check out the view, dine at the restaurants or just soak in atmosphere, I would bet its rare as there aint a heck of a lot to see at Old Key West or Saratoga Springs other than some pretty unincredible condos ...

I think you will find over time that these pool hopping priveldges for DVC members to the best Disney resorts will someday be removed .. paying guests deserve these deluxe amenities over visitors ...

Here come the flames ------>

 

[pixiedust23]

pixiedust23,

You asked on the other thread if the pool bar was open late. Being a fellow LOTW, I know how you can get a drink and still enjoy the fireworks from your DVC-approved-not-quite-on-the-beach spot. We ordered drinks from the Tambu Lounge and asked for them in a to-go cup. We *gasp* broke the rules and watched the fireworks from the beach along the sidewalk and sipped our Lapu Lapus.

Ah thank you very much Robin! That shall be my plan! Who knows I too might o no break the rules!

 

[robinb]

Just jealous of DVC Owners? Yikes get a grip already.

What a lovely first post.

Welcome to the DIS!!!