How do you get a cab?

[sncbird]

This is our 1st trip to WDW staying at the Old Key West. While we're down there, we have a 8:10 PS for Breakfast in the Castle on a non-ee day. It has been suggested for our piece if mind that we take a cab. I like this idea but, I have a few questions:

What cab company do you call?

Can they fit 6 people + a wheelchair (in the trunk)?

What time should we tell the cab to pick us up for a 8:10 PS at MK?

Any other input would be greatly apprecitated !!!

Thanks,
Christine

 

[drusba]

You simply call the front desk and they will get you one. Note most cabs will not hold 6 but if you tell them you need basically a van (and have someone in a wheelchair), they may request a van type cab or just send over the resort's courtesy van to take you. Usually you can get a cab fairly quickly but with a special situation like yours I would likely call at least 30 minutes before you intend to leave. I am not sure but I think the cabs take you to the TTC and not the MK gate area, you should check on that because if that is the case you might be better taking a cab to GF and then hopping the monorail from there. For an 8:10 I would definitely leave by 7:20.

 

[GoldenOldie]

You don't have to call anyone. Prearrange this the day before with the Bell Services staff. They will arrange for a taxi van to be there at your desired time in the morning. Make sure you tell them the size of your party. I would request a 7:15 pickup. That will allow enough time to get you to the CR and a little cushion in case the cab is late. Have the taxi drop you off right near the security gate. That will save you a little walking. Then just walk over to the front gates at MK. It's about a five minute walk.

Cab fare will probably be in the $10-$15 dollar range for this.

 

[sncbird]

Thanks you guys!! I can't believe how hard this is to figure out!!! I appreciate your advice!!
Can I ask what the CR is? Is it the Contemporary Resort?

 

[GoldenOldie]

Yes, CR = Contemporary Resort

 

[sncbird]

Thank you!!! One more question (I hope.....) Do the cabs take you to the MK gates or just to the TCC? Hopefully we can get a courtsey van that would be ideal. But, just incase, I'm getting a back up plan incase. Thanks again.........

 

[DVC California]

If you plan on leaving OKW at 7:15 AM for MK, why not just take the bus?!? It isn't really that long of a trip. And if you end up staying on Miller's Road, it's the next stop or so (Hospitality House, then MK?).

I belive MK bus service begins TWO hours before the park opens, so that should give you ample time. Also, if you do get to Cindy's late, just tell the host/hostess that it was WDW transportation's fault. They know how to correct for travel time and should have you seated relatively quickly.

My two cents, Steve