DVC Pools, Pool Hopping, Etc.

[pixiedust23]

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 ------>

Umm like it or not those are the policies. O and I dont see the pool hopping priveledges going anywhere seen as how DVC members cough up about $20,000 compared to your what $1000? And for the record our family owns at BCV and VWL so yes people go there ALL THE TIME to try to visit the pools and restaurants!

Why would you come to a nice calm and light-hearted DVC thread and just start throwing the insults? Really what is the point in that?

uumm yea and its not obvious that youre a troll or anything either lol. obviously we're not stupid people; we bough a piece of the magic!

 

[PolyNothingBetter]

Correction, no one is going to VWL or BCV to visit there (to see what the kitchens?), they are going to WL and BC/YC... these places existed before DVC tacked on their wings to these places and the made the places more crowded than originally intended.

And if I am willing to spend $5k to stay for a nice Poly vacation every other year, why would I buy DVC? Only if I needed to save the money ...

 

[Deb & Bill]

...And if I am willing to spend $5k to stay for a nice Poly vacation every other year, why would I buy DVC? Only if I needed to save the money ...

A fool and his money......

 

[pixiedust23]

PolyNothingBetter-

If you have just come to our boards to insult us, I would have to ask you to please cease and desist or leave. There is no need for animosity here. We are happy people just trying to engage in a little magic. Disneys policies are what they are, whether you agree with them or not. Feel free to spend $5000 on the poly if you choose but realize we have every right to enjoy their pool as well.

Hopefully you'll get hit with some pixie dust and magically pop in a more joyful disposition!

 

[PolyNothingBetter]

A fool and his money......

I will gladly buy DVC and join all of you joyful souls when there is a DVC at the POLY ... until then would you mind staying away from the POLY and crowding up our pool?

 

[allie&mattsmom]

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 ------>

Nice. . If you despise DVC so much why are you over here?

 

[vascubaguy]

It's not the pool we are going for. Its just coincidence that we are touring these other resorts at times when fireworks are showing. Any guest at WDW can tour any of the resorts. As a DVC member, there's just the added perk that we can get in the pool too.

So... when we come to crowd the Poly pool... you can make your way down to that beach... or... we could just make our way to the beach and you stay at the pool.

 

[paulh]

PolyNothingBetter strange that your first is about paying cash over dvc me thinks you booked a trip at a lot of money and then found out about DVC looks like you lost a dolar and found a dime
Paulh

 

[treehugger]

I will gladly buy DVC and join all of you joyful souls when there is a DVC at the POLY ... until then would you mind staying away from the POLY and crowding up our pool?

PolyNothingBetter, I too was a diehard Poly lover and thought that DVC just wouldn't make me happy, boy was I ignorant. Buying DVC was the best decision I ever made! It was not to save money, because I am shelling out a hefty sum every month. It is an intangable feeling of complete bliss, a constant flow of trip planning and anticipation that will continue (Him willing) for the next 50 years. Knowing that at any given time I have a wonderful vacation planned that is less than 6 months away. Before DVC I wouldn't have thought that the BCV, SSR and BWV would even come close to the Poly, I was sooo wrong. On our last trip to BCV and SSR we stopped by the Poly and I although I still love it there I can truly say I love my DVC resorts more. Pride in owning a piece of the magic and true love of all things Disney, you either get it or you don't.

Treehugger, a very joyful soul!

 

[Sammie]

Nice. . If you despise DVC so much why are you over here?

Well there are always 2 sides to everything. This post by the OP is a direct result of a thread that ended up being closed on the Resorts Board. Before any of you take sides you might want to read it.

Rude and being direct can sometimes be taken as the same thing. Just as asking a honest question can sometimes be constured as baiting and trying to start a controversy.

Read the previous thread and make your conclusions. Personally I think both sides were close to being out of line.

I am a DVC member but I also enjoy some nonDVC stays also. I see both sides. The Polynesian resort has at times almost become a theme park in itself with as many nonguests wondering around as guests. The signs state the beach is for the use of Polynesian resort guests. This was the reason for the discussion which lead to the other post being closed. I am not sure if guests visiting the Polynesian resort are the same as Polynesian resort guests, I guess it is all in interpretation.

I would think as much as some of the SSR owners are upset about the crowding of buses from DD guests, you would understand the feelings of the Polynesian guests.

Personally I have quit staying at the Polynesian for this reason. I want to escape the crowds that you face at the theme parks at my resort. Not carry them back to the resort with me.

Plus I don't think SSR owners would appreciate bus loads of people coming over just to watch the fireworks from Pleasure Island,

It would also be nice if discussions did not end up being DVC against nonDVC.

 

[bobbiwoz]

Wow, it never would have occured to me that people who go to a resort to eat aren't allowed to walk around afterwards for a walk around the resort. Sometimes I just visit a resort to see what's available in the gift shop. We watched Wishes from a dock area of the GF when we were staying at OKW last year. We've been doing things like this ever since we've been going to WDW, 1977. I think it's just part of the experience. You can even get a pass to park your car at the Poly for a few hours.

Bobbi

 

[Dean]

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 ------>

DVC members are allowed to pool hop, that's currently part of their benefits package. There are a few restrictions of course Some like to try all different pools or take a quick swim and relax to break up the day at a park. Or maybe catch a meal and hit pool there for a quiet afternoon or evening. A number of years ago all WDW resort guests had pool hopping privileges, but no longer. I would quarrel with you with the idea that DVC members aren't paying guests. And IMO, assuming one is legally pool hopping, a DVC members has just as much right to be at the pool as one paying cash at the time.

And resort guests do pool hop illegally as do locals and off site guests. I too expect PH to be limited or removed over time but until it is done, some of us will be right there with you.

 

[pixiedust23]

And resort guests do pool hop illegally as do locals and off site guests. I too expect PH to be limited or removed over time but until it is done, some of us will be right there with you.

And I would never encourage someone to illegally pool hop. we as dvc cant do it all times during the year and I would never attempt to try this during those periods when it was not permitted!

Sorry if any of you think this was used to spur a fight back on the resorts board. After hearing they had a sign I wanted to know if we had access to the beach or not. Yes clearly I wasnt happy with the tone on that board but I no intention of going back and continuing the argument with newly discovered information LOL. Sorry don't have the time for that kind of stuff! I guess I"ll just wait and call DVC on Monday for the official stance on the beach policy! Thanks for people who were attempting to help!!

 

[Deb & Bill]

Well there are always 2 sides to everything. ...

As usual, good post, Sammie.

And there are signs posted on the beach at the Polynesian that the beach is for the exclusive use of the guests of that resort. As long as guests of the Polynesian don't complain, I imagine they will continue to let other guests watch the fireworks from the beach. However, if the resort management gets enough complaints, they could decide to police the beach and pool like they do SAB.

Now over at the BC/YC, the beach isn't much use at all, unless you want to dig in the sand or lie out on the sand. Maybe play beach volleyball or something. You can't swim there, you can't fish there, no fireworks to be seen from the beach that can't be seen better from closer to Epcot.

 

[Beach_Bound9]

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?

I think some of it is simply variety. DVC owners have made a substantial financial commitment to Disney, that those staying for cash have not made, there is no tie for them to return another time. DVC members have already paid for those return visits up front.

I like pool hopping but as the size of the DVC community grows, I do not see it continuing. I hope it does as my boys get older I can see us taking advantage of it more for a mid afternoon break. I do think SSR will face challenges from nearby non-disney hotels with pool crashing.

I caught 3 kids trying to hop the fence at Vero on the 4th to crash the pool. Kind of ticked me off that not only were they pool crashing, they were breaking the fence in the process. If they would have waited by the entrance gate, someone would have probably been polite and held the gate for them letting the pool crashers in.

Good luck SSR pool users, hope it doesn't become a problem for you.

 

[manning]

Do you think I can pool hop to SAB when staying at VB???

 

[Deb & Bill]

Do you think I can pool hop to SAB when staying at VB???

Bad boy. Baaaaad Boy!!

 

[lark]

I'm sure these have been asked and answered a number of times; perhaps my searching skills aren't great.

Anyway, do poolhopping privileges apply only during your stay or any time? What is the procedure -- do you have to call the resort you're visiting in advance, or can you just show up? And, finally, is poolhopping available whether you buy resale or direct from disney? Thanks.

 

[Chuck S]

I'm sure these have been asked and answered a number of times; perhaps my searching skills aren't great.

Anyway, do poolhopping privileges apply only during your stay or any time? What is the procedure -- do you have to call the resort you're visiting in advance, or can you just show up? And, finally, is poolhopping available whether you buy resale or direct from disney? Thanks.

From the member website:

Pool Hopping Information for 2005

You and any Guests staying with you at Disney's Old Key West Resort, Disney's BoardWalk Villas, The Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Disney's Beach Club Villas or Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa are permitted to use other Disney Vacation Club and Walt Disney World Resort hotel pools (in addition to the pool at the resort hotel at which you're staying) if they are not at capacity. If the pool you are visiting reaches capacity, you may be asked to leave in order to accommodate Guests of that resort hotel. Please check with a Host/Hostess at the Front Desk of the resort hotel you wish to visit to find out about pool-access availability. You must present your "Key to the World" card with your "Disney Vacation Club Member" designation on it to use other resort hotel pools. Pool hopping is not available at Uzima Pool at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Stormalong Bay at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. In addition, this restriction includes the leisure pools at these two resort hotels. There are no exceptions to this policy.

Resort hotel pools may become unavailable from time to time because of capacity limitations. Due to expected high occupancy, Disney Vacation Club Members may not "pool hop" during the following dates*:


November 21 - 27, 2005
December 17, 2005 - January2, 2006

*Other restricted dates may be added based on projected pool capacity.

 

[TheXFactor]

How does Dinsey really know what resort your'e from?

I've been to Disney 100+ times (not as a DVC member) and have been pool hopping every trip.

If the pool gets crowded at Storm Along Bay - Is Disney staff going to start carding people?

Has anyone ever seen this done?

I'm not trying to be argumentative, just asking.