Early August, book now or wait???

[NHBelle]

I was waiting for free dining, but so much for that. Should I keep waiting to see if I get a code or if a room only discount comes out? We are going for two weeks and am a little concerned that we may have a hard time getting what we want if I keep waiting. What do you all think?? Also is getting an AP worth the room discount? Should I look into that??

 

[eliza61]

I was waiting for free dining, but so much for that. Should I keep waiting to see if I get a code or if a room only discount comes out? We are going for two weeks and am a little concerned that we may have a hard time getting what we want if I keep waiting. What do you all think?? Also is getting an AP worth the room discount? Should I look into that??

That's a tough one. I'm in the same boat and I've decided to wait and see if AP will come out with some summer discounted rates. I do have an AP, got it last year specifically for the room discount. I went last August for 11 days/10 nights, the AP saved me $130/per night at the Beach club X 10 nights ($1300). I think it was about $150 bucks more than a 10 day park hopper pass, so my total savings was ~1,000. I also purchased a DDE card for 65.00 that gave me 20% off of my food bill including alcohol (which Dh &I do drink). You should crunch the numbers for yourself

I'll keep my fingers crossed for both of us.

 

[ToyStory]

We booked already and have been. Any additional discounts would be icing on the cake. The only reason I booked was to get the AAA discount. We first had the Wilderness Lodge woods view, but then changed to POR since our party grew and two rooms were needed. I wanted CSR for a change, but it wasn't available, but last week it did become available.

If I was paying rack rate and was flexible in the resort I wanted I would wait. If you want a specfic resort and the discount would be nice but not a deal breaker I would book now.

 

[n2mm]

Between myself and my DIL we cancelled 7 rooms at Pop Century for mid-August. Hopefully if folks keep cancelling rooms and changing their trips to September, that will create a void that needs to be filled which means a reason to offer some discounts. So I have my fingers crossed for those hanging in there. DIL changed her trip to September and I rebooked using points at OKW.

 

[Deborah_Mary]

I was waiting for free dining, but so much for that. Should I keep waiting to see if I get a code or if a room only discount comes out? We are going for two weeks and am a little concerned that we may have a hard time getting what we want if I keep waiting. What do you all think?? Also is getting an AP worth the room discount? Should I look into that??

I agree this is a toughy. My family and I are planning on going in October (first time ever at that time), yet I am hoping to squeeze in a shorter trip in July (just dh & I) prior. He is an AP holder and we are considering that if we go in July I may get one too.

I want to book both the trips, but dh keeps thinking we should wait to see what gets released, but I want to do SOMETHING NOW just to know I am going to DW without any question!

With that said, if you plan on going for 2 weeks and are pretty much decided on where you want to stay and are going to go and stay there no matter what, I'd say book it. If/when the AP comes out or if another discount is released you could more than likely get it applied to your reservation.

Do you belong to AAA? I know they offer discounts too and maybe something worthwhile. Something would be better than nothing as every little bit helps.

Oh and yes, if you are going to go for 2 weeks and there is an AP discount at the resort of your choice, it would definitely help. We usually go 8 nights a year and we've got a good deal on the room the last 2 years.

Hope this helps!

Deb*

 

[Mermaid2sea]

That's a tough one. I'm in the same boat and I've decided to wait and see if AP will come out with some summer discounted rates. I do have an AP, got it last year specifically for the room discount. I went last August for 11 days/10 nights, the AP saved me $130/per night at the Beach club X 10 nights ($1300). I think it was about $150 bucks more than a 10 day park hopper pass, so my total savings was ~1,000. I also purchased a DDE card for 65.00 that gave me 20% off of my food bill including alcohol (which Dh &I do drink). You should crunch the numbers for yourself

I'll keep my fingers crossed for both of us.

Hi there...

What is a DDE Card....can anyone purchase these???...as it sounds quite interesting...

 

[Crazy4Disney06]

I booked already (last November) any discounts that come out can be applied to your package. I was able to get in on the 40% code and had no problem applying it to our reservations. I would say to book now, what could it hurt, it's only 4 months away and you'd hate to lose your room that you want right?!

 

[Waltsfriend]

I know I'll sound dumb asking but what is an "AP"?
thanks
WF

 

[Crazy4Disney06]

I know I'll sound dumb asking but what is an "AP"?
thanks
WF

An Anual Pass.

 

[Waltsfriend]

Oh, that's right! Thanks
WF

 

[kjgy]

Hi there...

What is a DDE Card....can anyone purchase these???...as it sounds quite interesting...

I was wondering the same thing. Never heard of it.

Kim

 

[tinkerbell60]

A DDE card is a Disney Dining Experience Card - I think they are only available to AP holders or Florida residents. They give a percentage off of meals at many of the restaurants. If you go to All Ears.net it gives a pretty good explanation.

 

[NHBelle]

Can I book a package with a 1 day ticket, upgrade to ap when I get there, and still book in advance to get the room discount? Are there any links to historical room discounts so I can see just how much I could save. I need to do some math to see if its worth it. Thanks