How hard is it to get HHI or Vero during the summertime?

[RxforDisney]

We are BCV and BWV owners, and are trying to decicde whether or not to go to the World twice next year or try to do HHI or Vero during the summer. Is it difficult to book vero or HHI at the 7 month window for summer travel?

Thanks!

 

[hellerjw]

I can speak a little on HHI.

HHI is a small resort, only 123 possible units. Of that number the vast majority of units, 76 , are dedicated 2BR units. There are only 21 2BR lockoffs. So, if you are looking to book a studio or 1BR it can be very difficult during the summer months if you don't own there. We recently added-on at HHI for this very reason. We found it difficult booking these smaller units during June-August. We have had success as non-owners booking dedicated 2BR units so it really depends on the type of unit you want during the summer months. Most schools are back in session before Labor Day so if you can plan a trip in late August or later you should have a better chance.

 

[RxforDisney]

We have had success as non-owners booking dedicated 2BR units so it really depends on the type of unit you want during the summer months. Most schools are back in session before Labor Day so if you can plan a trip in late August or later you should have a better chance.

Good news is that a 2BR is what we would want. Bad news is that DH is a teacher and he and the kids both go back early august around here

We really like to do a beach trip in the summer and disney world in the fall or winter. I am going to look up Vero Beach and see if I can find some of the same type of statistics you mentioned about the size and types of rooms.

Thanks for the info.

 

[Connears]

We added on points at HHI (the first of 2) in 2002 just to get 11 month window for June July and August. As stated in pp, its easier for 2 bdroom, we have been able to get August-1st week- at 7 months in the past(sun-thurs), but for the past 4 years we have done it at 11 monhts for June/July. Don't know about VB. HHI summer vacation is our relaxing vacation and wouldn't miss it for the worlk. We go to wdw xmas week and tour the holiday stuff and our favs or new attractions, but usually add a night on the way home at HHI resort on the drive back to boston(just to decompress).

Connears

 

[marynvince]

We are a week and a half away from our second June trip in a 2 bedroom and have previously rented a 2 bedroom and a studio in june. Always book the first day i can at the 7 month mark. We've also gone at Thanksgiving. We love it there.

 

[IluvXU]

We are at Vero right now, in a one bedroom. We booked right at our seven month window for five nights. Love it... and have met others who are here too for the first time, but lots are regulars (and probably owners)

 

[Anal Annie]

Last year we were able to book an OVIR at Vero Beach for a few nights in mid-August - I called right on the 7 mo. booking window. This year I called RIGHT AT 9:00 on the dot for a studio at HHI in mid-August. We booked a full week, Sat-Sat on the recommendation of a DVC reservationist. Apparently it's much harder to try to skip the Sat. points and start the week on a Sunday. Worked out for us so I am happy. We are used to studios at WDW where we are out at the parks most of the time - I am hoping we won't mind it for a week at the beach where we may be in the room a little more. Guess this is the only way to know.

 

[Good Ol Gal]

Good news is that a 2BR is what we would want. Bad news is that DH is a teacher and he and the kids both go back early august around here

We really like to do a beach trip in the summer and disney world in the fall or winter. I am going to look up Vero Beach and see if I can find some of the same type of statistics you mentioned about the size and types of rooms.

Thanks for the info.

We are at Vero right now, in a one bedroom. We booked right at our seven month window for five nights. Love it... and have met others who are here too for the first time, but lots are regulars (and probably owners)

We are at Vero Right now also.

I called at the 7 month mark and got the week, in a lock-off 2 bedroom. I was able to get the same thing last year also at a little less than 7 months.

DH wants to do exactly what you're saying, WDW in December, Vero in summer.

Last year was the first time trying Vero and we love the relaxation of it... and the cost!! We've spent less than a $100! Of course this doesn't count groceries, but we figure we'd spend that at home anyway.

We don't eat out while at Vero, we actually use the stove! but we're headed to BWV today and I don't do much cooking while at WDW. That's my vacation time!

 

[katep]

we were also able to book at the 7 month mark. We will be in HHI June 27th-July 1st. We had to waitlist the night of the 30th but it come through within a week.

 

[bobbiwoz]

I'm very surprised to hear about the success that people have had getting into HHI during the summer. Good for you, I thought it was impossible to get it. Someday, we'll be trying too!

For now....we'll be at VB, in a BC coming up in less than 2 weeks! It's great to have an ocean vacation to look forward to!

 

[Cerigirl]

We are hoping to get HHI for June 6-11th in a studio next year. We will have to book at the 7 month window - are US schools out then? Here in the UK, our schools do not break up until July 20th!

We also want to do VB a few days later - (a lot of driving, I know) but we are owners there, so can book at 11 months.

We love Vero and can't wait to return, but haven't done HHI yet, so looking forward to it so much!!

 

[hellerjw]

Most public schools get out the first or second week in June, at least in SC. Since you want to stay at HHI during the time most schools are just getting out you may have slightly better luck than waiting a week or two longer.

We never had success booking studios or 1BRs for June-Aug as non-owners which is why we recently added on at HHI. I've already booked a studio for Spring Break next year and will also be trying to book a 1BR for the first part of June 2011 when my 11 month window rolls around. Hopefully you will have luck getting a smaller unit too.

 

[DisneySJB]

We were able to book a 1BR at Vero for 4 nights beginning June 2. I called right at the 7 month mark at 9am.

We loved it and can't wait to return!

 

[iloveokw]

Every school district...and private schools are different in Illinois.. Even in our county...they run from the middle of May til beginning of June...depends on "snow days" and district calendars. Same with spring breaks and begging dates.

 

[TLPL]

So far everyone talked about boking in June. How about late July or early August for a studio at HHI? would that be possible? as a non-home resort?

 

[Anal Annie]

So far everyone talked about boking in June. How about late July or early August for a studio at HHI? would that be possible? as a non-home resort?

We were able to get a studio for a week in mid-August last summer (Saturday - Saturday). I think it was the 14th-21st. Called right at 9:00 on our 7 mo. window...had heard it's easier to start with a Saturday than a Sunday as a lot of people just try to book the lower point week days.