January 2008 Code Watch

[Donald&Tinkerbell]

We made our ADRs yesterday. Our tour plan is set, Pop reservations done, but how much will it cost? Will there be a code? How will we survive the suspense?

 

[boyohboyx3]

I didn't know 50's prime was going to be closed down. Bummer. It was down in '06 as well. I was hoping for it. darn. Last time we were there buzz,splash, and test track were closed. I'm hoping that's not the case this time!

 

[iu97alum]

Going 1/27- 2/2. Made ADRs today for Chef Mickey, Hoop De Doo Review, Princess Storybook, and Le Celier. Now, hoping to make CRT this week too. (fingers crossed).

Want to know 2008 rates. This is killing me!!

 

[corie161]

I didn't know 50's prime was going to be closed down. Bummer. It was down in '06 as well. I was hoping for it. darn. Last time we were there buzz,splash, and test track were closed. I'm hoping that's not the case this time!

From what I read the 50's Prime time will be closed starting 1/20. Not sure if it affects your trip or not.

 

[sklimuck]

Still thinking, but might try WDW Jan 1-Jan 6. Have being doing a 4-5 cruise every year after the 1st, but the dates just don't work out with school this year. That, and I want to try WDW in the winter, for once.

 

[BrookeTx]

Can you make ADR's even though a package or room has not been booked?

 

[boyohboyx3]

We're going earlier in the month. It won't affect us. Yea!!! Keeping my fingers crossed for no more closings!

 

[n2mm]

I was going to make my ADRs yesterday (my 180 window), but now with all of the news on deb's site about the changes coming, we're not sure we'll do the ddp anymore. The price increase is not worth the value for us, so will have to rethink my ADRs before I call now. No way I could do the delux plan and pay tips on top of it. We allow $100 a day for meals for the 2 of us, and the new changes would exceed our allowed amount. Looks like we may be using the DDE card exclusively in January.

 

[hansel1]

I was going to make my ADRs yesterday (my 180 window), but now with all of the news on deb's site about the changes coming, we're not sure we'll do the ddp anymore. The price increase is not worth the value for us, so will have to rethink my ADRs before I call now. No way I could do the delux plan and pay tips on top of it. We allow $100 a day for meals for the 2 of us, and the new changes would exceed our allowed amount. Looks like we may be using the DDE card exclusively in January.

I would make the ADRs until you get an official word from disney about the DDP for 2008. You wouldnt want to miss out on your favorite restaurants if they plan doesn't change.

 

[tiggersmyguy]

Just booked WL Jan 2-4 for a quick birthday trip for DD14 and DD17 (first girls only trip ). Hoping for rates super rates at YC or BWI , we love Epcot and the Boardwalk area best.Fingers crossed!

 

[parkerja]

Subscribe. I am new here. I guess this is what I need to do to be notified of discounts? We are going Jan. 1-8. Our first time taking our kids. My hubby's 2nd time, my 3rd. SO EXCITED!!!!!

 

[Elmo888]

I would make the ADRs until you get an official word from disney about the DDP for 2008. You wouldnt want to miss out on your favorite restaurants if they plan doesn't change.

I agree. I would make the ADRs just in case.

 

[BrookeTx]

I was going to make my ADRs yesterday (my 180 window), but now with all of the news on deb's site about the changes coming, we're not sure we'll do the ddp anymore. The price increase is not worth the value for us, so will have to rethink my ADRs before I call now. No way I could do the delux plan and pay tips on top of it. We allow $100 a day for meals for the 2 of us, and the new changes would exceed our allowed amount. Looks like we may be using the DDE card exclusively in January.

Where can I find information about the proposed changes?

 

[upwardgazing]

NEWBIE...All info appreciated!

Trip is booked for Jan 1-12 at All-Star Movie.

 

[n2mm]

Where can I find information about the proposed changes?

Under the dining boards/ddp. Plus through allears (Deb Wills' site). It is not official, but Deb's site is the most reliable site I've ever followed (along with wdwinfo.com ). I'm sure she know what's going on as she has great Disney contacts and will not post information unless she knows that it's pretty much a done deal.

 

[n2mm]

I would make the ADRs until you get an official word from disney about the DDP for 2008. You wouldnt want to miss out on your favorite restaurants if they plan doesn't change.

I did made some ADRs today and did talk to the CM who was also aware of the upcoming changes of the tip not being included. I made some of my ADRs and will modify as needed. I was using the 180+10 method and made a LeCellier ADR for Feb. 1 and there were only a few spots left open. I got a 6:10. We are DDE card holders too, so will still do some TS meals, but will reevaluate which ones when we hear more.

 

[mom2jcc]

I SO would love a code for WL for January!!! It has always been my Dh's dream to stay there and we are planning a 13th anniv. trip.

Keeping my fingers crossed

 

[mom2jcc]

I just read on another thread that 2008 rates are out for DISNEYLAND! Oh, this is getting very exciting

 

[Reese]

Jumping on board. I was able to talk DH into upgrading our 10 day tickets into AP's when we go in Sept. Now with southwest credit and AP were looking foward to a trip in January. I made my ADR's last night (only a few since we won't be doing the dining plan). I'm so exciteded . We figure we will give the kids the trip as their Xmas present (since with six kids we spend in excess of $1000 anyways). With all my fuzzy disney math he said go for it.

So now I'm just hoping for a good AP rate or any code- other than the hopper upgrade of the last two years .

 

[billwendy]

hi - my mom just got us ressies for 12/30-1/4 (5 nights) - for Pop with 5 day MYW PH and the DDP - i dont know if she had any codes or AAA or anything - but the price for my DH and I was $1625 - what do you guys think? can we do better?

thanks, wendy