Hilton Head hurricanes?

[reed]

Would you reserve Hilton head during the month of August (hurricane season)?

 

[Stargazer65]

Yes, no use trying to predict the future. I would go when I want to go. The chances of a hurricane impacting my vacation at that specific point in time and space are pretty small, even in August. It could happen, but even if it does I would likely be compensated.

 

[muppets3d]

Yes, no use trying to predict the future. I would go when I want to go. The chances of a hurricane impacting my vacation at that specific point in time and space are pretty small, even in August. It could happen, but even if it does I would likely be compensated.

How would you be compensated?

 

[Stargazer65]

How would you be compensated?

Depends on the exact situation, but DVC has a policy that includes refunding points if a hurricane warning is issued for the resort. There are other possible compensations as well depending on the circumstances.

 

[reed]

Thanks. I’m asking because H.H. isn’t my home resort so I’m going to reserve at 7 months ahead and I’m noticing that availability is wide open for August and September. I’m wondering if H.H. home resort owners avoid those months.

 

[muppets3d]

Depends on the exact situation, but DVC has a policy that includes refunding points if a hurricane warning is issued for the resort. There are other possible compensations as well depending on the circumstances.

I knew you would get points back if there is a state of emergency or something but I wasn't sure if there was any other compensation offered or what we could even ask for.

 

[Stargazer65]

I knew you would get points back if there is a state of emergency or something but I wasn't sure if there was any other compensation offered or what we could even ask for.

I've heard stories about ways people get pixie dusted. I've gotten free stuff before as compensation for other things. You could always ASK for anything you want. Course that doesn't mean you'll get it. They might offer a compromise.

In some cases you don't have to evacuate, but you're told to hunker down in your room during a storm. They often provide free food, free passes, etc. as compensation.

 

[Stargazer65]

I’m wondering if H.H. home resort owners avoid those months.

I don't think it's hurricane worries. That might be one factor, but I suspect it might be more about heat and humidity and a lot of people going back to work. Spring break is probably a lot more popular at HHI.

 

[Stargazer65]

FWIW I was never there in August or September, but the last time I went there was for two weeks in October and it was a good time. I imagine the crowds start to die down in late August because of school starting up. It was not crowded at all in October and the weather was great when we were there. There were no threatened hurricanes.

I imagine late August and September would be similar to October for lower crowds, but you'll likely get more days that are super hot and humid.

I almost forgot...I did a trip report for that vacation if you want to read about it:

Thread 'Disney Hilton Head Island 10/2/24-10/12/24'

Oct 17, 2024

This is the second Disney Beach Resort we did a full vacation. Last year was Vero Beach, this year we did 10 days at HHI. We meandered down the east coast on the way down, making stops at the Outer Banks and Myrtle Beach to sightsee. Our party is myself, DW, and DD. Mid trip we are having our Niece/Nephew and their two daughters join us, which gives DD some companionship later.

We booked a dedicated two bedroom with our own Non-HHI DVC points, which seemed to be about the only availability at 7 months in October.

Arrival and Day 1

We rolled in just before sunset and...

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[emilymad]

We have stayed at HHI when the island was forced to evacuate due to an incoming hurricane. DVC refunded the points we would not be using. Luckily we had driven so had our own car as there wasn't that much notice that we had to leave.

 

[hardcorestitch]

Would you reserve Hilton head during the month of August (hurricane season)?

As long as it’s not falling on Labor Day weekend!

 

[eticketplease]

Thanks. I’m asking because H.H. isn’t my home resort so I’m going to reserve at 7 months ahead and I’m noticing that availability is wide open for August and September. I’m wondering if H.H. home resort owners avoid those months.

It might look like it is wide open but in reality there are probably only 1-2 rooms left per day for the studios or 1 bedrooms. 2 bedrooms may have more available simply because there are a lot more of them to begin with.

In August some of the kids start going back to school so you lose some staff and they will not have the bar across from Signals open over at the beach house.