HHI LOVERS THREAD

[kahluacream]

Here now! Enjoying our week, but wanted to let others know that HHI definitely seems busier than when we've visited in years past. Recommend getting dining reservations before you get here if you like to eat out. Or just prepare for 1-2 hour dinner waits if you want to wing it like we sometimes do ; )

 

[zumfelde]

Here now and found out splash pad at beach house has been removed permanently
Grandkids are really disappointed

 

[ThereYouSeeHer]

One bedroom availability popped up for the last week in August (cash reservation), so we grabbed two different days and cancelled our 2 bedroom reservation. We're still trying to firm up details, and have been checking nearly every day for months. So glad to finally see some availability!

 

[hhisc16]

One bedroom availability popped up for the last week in August (cash reservation), so we grabbed two different days and cancelled our 2 bedroom reservation. We're still trying to firm up details, and have been checking nearly every day for months. So glad to finally see some availability!

I just saw a few more dates open up for available at DHHIR as well.
Wonder if some people just changed their minds/dates?

 

[Simba's Mom]

I just saw a few more dates open up for available at DHHIR as well.
Wonder if some people just changed their minds/dates?

My experience is that HHI does have a fair amount of last minute cancellations. We got stuck there once for 5 days with mo reservation and the resort was sold out (long story). Surprisingly, a room popped up for us every day. And on the last day, we were told we were moving to a different size villa, then a couple hours later, we were told we could stay where we were.

 

[Simba's Mom]

Here now and found out splash pad at beach house has been removed permanently
Grandkids are really disappointed

I wonder why. Was something wrong? Cover related or not?

 

[lundve]

In HHI already staying elsewhere, the end of the trip includes two days at the Disney resort for July 4th weekend. Do we have to go anywhere or do anything special to see the fireworks?

 

[sleepydog25]

In HHI already staying elsewhere, the end of the trip includes two days at the Disney resort for July 4th weekend. Do we have to go anywhere or do anything special to see the fireworks?

No. If you are staying at the resort, you will have access to all the viewing areas there as part of being a guest. There are no reserved spots, however, so you should show up early to claim a good spot (the fireworks are at dusk). The best viewing areas are next to building 31 at the iconic spot that looks out on the channel that feeds into Shelter Cove Marina, the Tide Me Over deck, and the pier. For anyone not staying at DHHIR, you will not be allowed entrance as CMs work extra shifts to help keep the viewing experience strictly for guests. Obviously, there are crowds of people who watch the same fireworks from the other side of the marina at Shelter Cove.

 

[RebelScum]

At DHHIR this week and they have officially restarted the campfire (today was the first day). No outdoor movies yet, but glad to see the campfire back!

 

[sleepydog25]

At DHHIR this week and they have officially restarted the campfire (today was the first day). No outdoor movies yet, but glad to see the campfire back!

The photo booth in Murgie's Den is also open, as well.

 

[vinmar4]

The beach chair was switched out for a newer model with yellow tires a few months ago. Still easy to maneuver on the beach.

Hello,
We will be visiting HHI for the first time the first week of August, we are very excited about it.
I just happened to break a foot about 4 weeks ago, I expect for the fracture to be completely healed by that time, but I won't be able to do a lot of walking.
We are renting a car and had planned on renting some bikes for the rest of the family, with that said, what other transportations devices can I rent, since I won't be able to use a bike?
Golf Carts?
TIA for any assistance

 

[sleepydog25]

Hello,
We will be visiting HHI for the first time the first week of August, we are very excited about it.
I just happened to break a foot about 4 weeks ago, I expect for the fracture to be completely healed by that time, but I won't be able to do a lot of walking.
We are renting a car and had planned on renting some bikes for the rest of the family, with that said, what other transportations devices can I rent, since I won't be able to use a bike?
Golf Carts?
TIA for any assistance

Golf carts are not allowed around most of the entirety of HHI as there are no paths designed for them, and traffic is far too busy and fast and full of speeding cars. You might be able to rent an electric bicycle from an offsite company. Another option might be a three-wheeled bike as that would put less stress on your foot, and when you stop you don't have to worry about putting a foot out to brace yourself. Beyond those suggestions, I don't know that there's much else available to you. Have fun!

 

[vinmar4]

Golf carts are not allowed around most of the entirety of HHI as there are no paths designed for them, and traffic is far too busy and fast and full of speeding cars. You might be able to rent an electric bicycle from an offsite company. Another option might be a three-wheeled bike as that would put less stress on your foot, and when you stop you don't have to worry about putting a foot out to brace yourself. Beyond those suggestions, I don't know that there's much else available to you. Have fun!

Thank you so much for your suggestions, will look into it!

 

[vinmar4]

Golf carts are not allowed around most of the entirety of HHI as there are no paths designed for them, and traffic is far too busy and fast and full of speeding cars. You might be able to rent an electric bicycle from an offsite company. Another option might be a three-wheeled bike as that would put less stress on your foot, and when you stop you don't have to worry about putting a foot out to brace yourself. Beyond those suggestions, I don't know that there's much else available to you. Have fun!

Do they allow the type of scooters that people use in DW?
I may not even need it, we will probably drive where we need to go and take a ferry to see other places.
Just trying to plan ahead.
thank you again for your help

 

[bobbiwoz]

^ I have rented the adult tricycle at HHI, and it was great to use around the resort.

 

[vinmar4]

^ I have rented the adult tricycle at HHI, and it was great to use around the resort.

great, thank you
I'm not a great bike rider and really haven't used one in years! I don't know that I would want to take the risk of falling again and breaking another body part.

We will probably rent some for the younger folks so they can cruise the island.

 

[sleepydog25]

great, thank you
I'm not a great bike rider and really haven't used one in years! I don't know that I would want to take the risk of falling again and breaking another body part.

We will probably rent some for the younger folks so they can cruise the island.

The adult tricycle is very stable, and I can't see any reason you couldn't use an ECV on the bike paths; however, the Beach House--just as an example--is 1.5 miles away using the bike paths. As for around the resort, certainly ECVs are welcome.

 

[vinmar4]

The adult tricycle is very stable, and I can't see any reason you couldn't use an ECV on the bike paths; however, the Beach House--just as an example--is 1.5 miles away using the bike paths. As for around the resort, certainly ECVs are welcome.

The adult tricycle is very stable, and I can't see any reason you couldn't use an ECV on the bike paths; however, the Beach House--just as an example--is 1.5 miles away using the bike paths. As for around the resort, certainly ECVs are welcome.

The adult tricycle is very stable, and I can't see any reason you couldn't use an ECV on the bike paths; however, the Beach House--just as an example--is 1.5 miles away using the bike paths. As for around the resort, certainly ECVs are welcome.

Hello again,
Oh great! I don't anticipate really using it around the resort as much , another option would me for me to just drive to the beach house and the rest can use their bikes if they want to.

We requested a building by the pool and lowest level, that was before I broke my foot. I wonder if I should request the building with the elevators instead. I know that we are planning on grilling a couple of times, and that's why we requested closer to the pool and grills.

We are going to be visiting some restaurants and I saw that parking could be an issue, thank God I took my doctor's advice and got a temporary Handicap tag!

 

[DisneyStarWisher]

Hello again,
Oh great! I don't anticipate really using it around the resort as much , another option would me for me to just drive to the beach house and the rest can use their bikes if they want to.

We requested a building by the pool and lowest level, that was before I broke my foot. I wonder if I should request the building with the elevators instead. I know that we are planning on grilling a couple of times, and that's why we requested closer to the pool and grills.

We are going to be visiting some restaurants and I saw that parking could be an issue, thank God I took my doctor's advice and got a temporary Handicap tag!

There is a grill outside Big Murggie's Den in between Buildings 11 and 12. Those buildings have elevator access. What size villa do you have?

 

[vinmar4]

There is a grill outside Big Murggie's Den in between Buildings 11 and 12. Those buildings have elevator access. What size villa do you have?

Good! studio first night, 2 bedroom for 6 more nights when the rest of the family arrive