HHI Adoration & Information 2009

[Conan the Librarian]

As Conan said above, it's A-OK to skimboard anywhere on Hilton Head's beach.

Whoops, sorry Chum. I keep forgetting you actually live there. Wasn't trying to steal your thunder. But, then again, we have had plenty of thunder to go around here lately.

 

[chum]

Whoops, sorry Chum. I keep forgetting you actually live there. Wasn't trying to steal your thunder. But, then again, we have had plenty of thunder to go around here lately.

You were right about skimboarding. Just backing you up!

Two nights of incredible thunder and lighting.

Seems too quiet tonight.

 

[queendarvet]

Is there any place to rent jet skis nearby? My boys loved renting them when we went to Vero. I know I want to do some kayaking but my kids like to go a little faster than that!

 

[chum]

Is there any place to rent jet skis nearby? My boys loved renting them when we went to Vero. I know I want to do some kayaking but my kids like to go a little faster than that!

Palmetto Bay Marina has Wave Runners and other watercraft for rent. They are about 10 min away from DVC.

 

[tarheel]

We have been to HHI several times, but mostly in the summer and once in October. I looked back at this thread for early April visits, but didn't see much. What is the weather like in early April? Does it get warm enough to sit at the beach? While I bet the ocean is too cold, the pools are heated, right? We might go for spring break vs trying for summer again. Please let me know any experiences. It would be right around Easter. Does the resort do anything special? Thanks for any info!

 

[SC Minnie]

We're headed back 'home' for Labor Day weekend. Will be at HHI 9/5-9/7 for a quick end of the summer trip.

 

[vbarry]

Just returned from three nights at AKV and a week at HHI but stayed at Marriott Ocean Grande which we really liked but really want to stay at Disney's HHI resort next summer for the kids activities etc. Nothing beats the treatment you get at a Disney resort.

My question and I am sure it has been asked several times but will I have any luck getting a ressie seven months out for late July early August?? Can this be done? Any hints on a better day to start the ressie in order to get an entire week? Thanks for any help!

By the way- Loved Hilton Head. It is a beautiful community. We ate at the Salty Dog (ok food but great atmosphere), Crazy Crab (pretty good), Steamers we really enjoyed, Boathouse II a little out of the way but really enjoyed this place. We enjoyed several drinks at Pool Bar Jim's at the Marriott Ocean Grande. Spent a day on Daufuskie Island renting golf carts and touring. This was the most unique place I have ever been....but my girls absolutely loved it and tell everyone it was their favorite day. Met Old County Joe and bought a bottle of wine. We did the Vagabond Dolphin Cruise...it was just ok and a little pricey. I would probably do Zodiac next time.

Any questions about the above activities just ask. I need a little break from the World (even though I still love it) so we are taking another year off and heading back to HHI.!!

 

[northwenald]

DH and I have never been to HH and would love to try it next year. I keep reading about all the great things for kids to do but we have no children so it would be just us two adults. Is the Disney HH better for families or should we stay somewhere else on the island? We do not mind being around children I just didn't know if the resort is geared more for kids than just adults. Thanks everyone !!!!

 

[AnnetteF]

Just returned from three nights at AKV and a week at HHI but stayed at Marriott Ocean Grande which we really liked but really want to stay at Disney's HHI resort next summer for the kids activities etc. Nothing beats the treatment you get at a Disney resort.

My question and I am sure it has been asked several times but will I have any luck getting a ressie seven months out for late July early August?? Can this be done? Any hints on a better day to start the ressie in order to get an entire week? Thanks for any help!

By the way- Loved Hilton Head. It is a beautiful community. We ate at the Salty Dog (ok food but great atmosphere), Crazy Crab (pretty good), Steamers we really enjoyed, Boathouse II a little out of the way but really enjoyed this place. We enjoyed several drinks at Pool Bar Jim's at the Marriott Ocean Grande. Spent a day on Daufuskie Island renting golf carts and touring. This was the most unique place I have ever been....but my girls absolutely loved it and tell everyone it was their favorite day. Met Old County Joe and bought a bottle of wine. We did the Vagabond Dolphin Cruise...it was just ok and a little pricey. I would probably do Zodiac next time.

Any questions about the above activities just ask. I need a little break from the World (even though I still love it) so we are taking another year off and heading back to HHI.!!

As far as getting a ressie for late July/early August, I called for Aug. 2-7 for this year back in January on the first day that I could at 9:00 am and the only night I could get was the night of the 7th, so I took that and waitlisted for the other 4 nights (we were looking for either a studio or a 1 bedroom). We had basically given up on it but then a studio came thru on June 26. We had a wonderful vacation, and plan on doing the same thing for next summer, but I'm already thinking that the same thing will happen and our plans are going to be up in the air for a while. I understand that 2 bedrooms are a little easier to come by because the resort has more of those than anything, but we don't want to spend the extra points for a 2 bedroom that we don't need.

I'm so mad because several years ago, we did an add on of 70 points at VWL (which we've only stayed at once and honestly - it's just not our favorite resort). That was before we discovered how much we love HHI. If we had done it at HH instead, that would be enough for our studio in the summer and we could then book at 11 months out. But more points are not in our budget right now, and it would be such a pain to sell VWL and buy HH. Oh, well.

Good luck in getting a ressie for next summer.

 

[AnnetteF]

DH and I have never been to HH and would love to try it next year. I keep reading about all the great things for kids to do but we have no children so it would be just us two adults. Is the Disney HH better for families or should we stay somewhere else on the island? We do not mind being around children I just didn't know if the resort is geared more for kids than just adults. Thanks everyone !!!!

DH and I went when it was just ourselves before DD came along and we had a wonderful time. It is a very relaxing vacation and you are still surrounded by that feeling of being in a Disney resort. Not just for people with kids at all.

 

[chum]

Lee Cockerell spoke today at the Marriott Resort which is very close to the HH DVC beach building.
Many of you know that Lee is a former Executive Vice President of Operations for Walt Disney World. He held the position for 9 years.

I attended the talk and thought it was good but that he was a bit tired. It was his third talk of the day. About 500 folks showed up.
He focused on business management which was fine for the crowd but I would have enjoyed a few more WDW anecdotes.

Nice to see him though.

 

[BWV Dreamin]

We're headed back 'home' for Labor Day weekend. Will be at HHI 9/5-9/7 for a quick end of the summer trip.

OT , isn't that a pic of VB pool in your avitar? Please give us a TR!

 

[dredick]

woohoo! My HHI ressie came through today for March 18-21 2010!!! Can't wait to check HHI out! Is there a picture thread for HHI? thanks

 

[Granny]

Since DW & I are about to be quasi-empty nesters (sending both daughters off to college next week) we decided on a whim to take a trip to HH. I booked November 1 - 7 today...couldn't get a 1BR for all of the days so I booked a 2BR for just the two of us!

We are waitlisted for a 1BR but frankly with the point schedule so low (147 points for the 2BR for 6 nights) at HH that time of the year, we aren't too worried about it.

I've been to HH four or five times back in the 80's on golfing trips with a buddy but this is my first time at DVC and my DW's first trip there.

I've enjoyed browsing this thread with the tips and the photos, and very much look forward to enjoying your lovely resort!

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Since DW & I are about to be quasi-empty nesters (sending both daughters off to college next week) we decided on a whim to take a trip to HH. I booked November 1 - 7 today...couldn't get a 1BR for all of the days so I booked a 2BR for just the two of us!

We are waitlisted for a 1BR but frankly with the point schedule so low (147 points for the 2BR for 6 nights) at HH that time of the year, we aren't too worried about it.

I've been to HH four or five times back in the 80's on golfing trips with a buddy but this is my first time at DVC and my DW's first trip there.

I've enjoyed browsing this thread with the tips and the photos, and very much look forward to enjoying your lovely resort!

If you have a Disney Rewards Visa Card, they have a promo for $66/night for a studio, $101 (I think) for a one bedroom, etc. I'll try and post the link!

 

[hematite153]

We're booked!

After 2 years of trying to plan a trip to HHI we're finally booked for the school holiday in the middle of March.

(I have to admit that after years of things getting in the way, I'm still worried that something else will get in the way and we won't get to go...but, being booked is a step closer than ever before.)

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Here's the link to the Disney HHI promo...awesome rates!
http://disneyrewards.disney.go.com/newsandoffers/offer-wdwaugust09verobeach.html

 

[Granny]

If you have a Disney Rewards Visa Card, they have a promo for $66/night for a studio, $101 (I think) for a one bedroom, etc. I'll try and post the link!

How thoughtful of you to post and provide such a great suggestion. Thank you, thank you!

I'm a little embarrassed to say this, but we actually have some points we have to burn relatively soon so the 2BR will probably keep me from going into the point rental mode. But what a great price for a 1BR!!

I've really enjoyed all the pictures and look forward to a relaxing trip to this great resort!

 

[BitsnBearsMom]

We just booked Hilton Head for the first time for March 16-20 for our Ontario March break - we are driving and will be hitting Virginia first for a few days.
I know it's not going to be HOT there but will be much better then our Ontario March break. We will be driving so will take our golf clubs with us - can someone recommend a not too difficult course for my family - dh, myself, 16 and 10yo ds' - we'd like to do 18 one day and 9 another day.
Also are the fishing trips and dolphin trips operating in March? What other activities are there to do typically. My family doesn't do well sitting still for too long so the beach resort aspect has never worked for us.
Also recommendations of places to eat would be great - my youngest has allergies to nuts, coconut and palm oil so is a bit more difficult to feed!
Thanks!

 

[vbarry]

Just booked our spring break trip the week before Easter. Got a one bedroom with no problem. We just got back from HHI a few weeks ago but cannot wait to go back even though it may be cool.

One thing I had a hard time finding was restaurants on the beach or a beach setting where it is laid back, good food etc. We have two young girls so things like this are always nice. Any ideas??

Any major events going on the week before Easter at the resort. Thanks!