It is August 12...where's the big announcement???

[AnninIowa]

I've been anxiously awaiting today as there was talk of Disney releasing a new deal...but I have yet to see anything. I'm hoping the 180 booking window wasn't the big announcement and that we will still hear of a new deal. I need something for 2010!

 

[PearlySwan]

You and I both! I would love to hear what deals they'll be releasing for 2010. When we vacationed this past June-July we received a bounceback offer in the room. However, the timing wasn't right. The dates were set for use before the end of 2009. DH can't take any more time off this year. We would love to go again in late June, so we are hoping for something that will apply around that time.

 

[PolynesianLily]

Come to think of it, Disney did release the fact that the park hours and dining reservations will open up 180 days in advance, not 90 days. Maybe that was the "BIG" announcement. Its "BIG" for some but small for others.

 

[howlongtillsummer?]

I had forgotten about the Celebrations Promotions being over in Jan. I just got so used to them lasting forever like the million million dreams! Curious now!

 

[cyberbox2]

I had forgotten about the Celebrations Promotions being over in Jan. I just got so used to them lasting forever like the million million dreams! Curious now!

It's already been the year of a million layoff's, anything would be an improvement, right?

Give us something that truly acknowledges the tough times we are in!

 

[LeesyUD]

i just went to the special offers page on the WDW website but only the title of the page "Special Offers" came up - the rest of the page did not come up-- perhaps they are updated the special offers section with something new right now?

 

[LeesyUD]

they just put one new offer up on the wdw website:

Get Luxury and Service at Great Savings with Special Club Level Room Rates

Incredible savings of 40% off Club Level room rates puts the first-class Disney vacation your family desires within reach! Get everything you expect from a visit to Walt Disney World Resort-from the thrills and magic of the theme parks to Resort shopping, relaxation and recreation-for less, with the added bonus of signature Disney Club Level service. Take your vacation experience beyond the parks! Enjoy award-winning restaurants, championship golf courses and even luxurious spas. You simply cannot miss this exceptional vacation value.

Sample pricing:
$276 per night, plus tax at Disney's Yacht Club Resort in a Garden View, Club Level room for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights 11/11 - 11/24/09 and 11/29 - 12/5/09, 12/11 - 12/24/09. At a 40% discount, that's a savings of $184 per night!

The number of rooms available at this rate is limited to 15, most nights during the offer period. Minimum length of stay requirements may apply for Friday or Saturday arrivals. Saving based on non-discounted price for same room. See Important Details.

 

[SGB13]

That one has been there for a couple of days. It does not show up every time I pull up the site though. Can you tell I am really waiting for some big discount to book for next year. If the discounts are not good enough, we will have to wait til 2011 to go.

 

[LeesyUD]

That one has been there for a couple of days. It does not show up every time I pull up the site though. Can you tell I am really waiting for some big discount to book for next year. If the discounts are not good enough, we will have to wait til 2011 to go.

oh that's weird...i didn't see it until today

 

[AnninIowa]

oh that's weird...i didn't see it until today

I actually got that as an email offer a couple of weeks ago...sounds like it went out as an email first to random people, but now is out to everyone as people aren't biting.

 

[Timon-n-Pumbaa Fan]

they just put one new offer up on the wdw website:

Get Luxury and Service at Great Savings with Special Club Level Room Rates

Incredible savings of 40% off Club Level room rates puts the first-class Disney vacation your family desires within reach! Get everything you expect from a visit to Walt Disney World Resort-from the thrills and magic of the theme parks to Resort shopping, relaxation and recreation-for less, with the added bonus of signature Disney Club Level service. Take your vacation experience beyond the parks! Enjoy award-winning restaurants, championship golf courses and even luxurious spas. You simply cannot miss this exceptional vacation value.

Sample pricing:
$276 per night, plus tax at Disney's Yacht Club Resort in a Garden View, Club Level room for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights 11/11 - 11/24/09 and 11/29 - 12/5/09, 12/11 - 12/24/09. At a 40% discount, that's a savings of $184 per night!

The number of rooms available at this rate is limited to 15, most nights during the offer period. Minimum length of stay requirements may apply for Friday or Saturday arrivals. Saving based on non-discounted price for same room. See Important Details.

That was on there yesterday. I have a friend that tried to use it and failed because everything was already booked during his stay.

 

[doconeill]

Come to think of it, Disney did release the fact that the park hours and dining reservations will open up 180 days in advance, not 90 days. Maybe that was the "BIG" announcement. Its "BIG" for some but small for others.

Actually, has Disney actually made a public release on this yet? I know the CMs are saying it, and now every site is pretty much reporting it as fact, but I haven't seen an official source citing yet...

 

[doconeill]

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Yeah, I posted this on the Theme Parks board too, but I thought it would be fun to post it here as well.

 

[aka-mad4themouse]

I spoke with a CM this morning at dining reservations and she told me that the 180-day for ADRs will begin in October. Onsite guests will still be able to book the +10 days into their stay in a single phone call.

 

[DisneyBlonde]

I'd like to know too. Sitting here since 8:30 am clicking refresh. No joke. Ask my DH, he worked all day and I made him make dinner when he got home. So where's the announcement?