January 2009. . . Calling all Snowbirds ~ Part III !!!

[coffeehousemom]

We were there in...um...1991. I think it was a lot less built-up then! We rented a condo and mostly stayed there, watching movies on the VCR.

There are some really cool places there now. Wilderness Lodge is HUGE hotels or condos your choice, then there's Great Wolf & several others. We are only a couple of hours away from there. Its fun to walk from your room to the waterpark in your swimsuit when there is a blizzard going on outside

 

[sharadoc]

Ive worked the numbers for the "alleged" code and it doesn't work for us!

Right now I have two ressies Dec 30 & 31 CSR and Jan 1 - 12 ASSp. I used the AP rate for the second ressie and was going to buy one AP and then the rest 10 PH. (we are spending two day visiting family)

Sooo...In order to use the "alleged" code I would need to buy tickets for the first two days and then get the remainder tickets when I checked in on the fourth. That means my room rates for the 1,2 & 3 would revert to rack rate because I wouldn't have the AP....and well....you get the picture!

Now, I'm furiously trying to see how many of my friends I can call and help them make vaca plans using the "alleged" code info. Someone might as well get the use of it!

This all works out just as well....now DH will have to take DS to ESPN weekend to justify the AP and then of course we will have to go back in the fall! Woohoo....I think this will work out better for me in the end!

Hope the code works for everyone else!

But, can you use an AP rate for the 1-3 and 11-12 nights? I have a AAA rate for our 11 night stay. If the rumors are true, I will have 7 days spoken for with the 4/3, then 4 more days, which I'm hoping I'll get at AAA rate. I'm thinking Disney will anticipate options for folks with different lengths of stay and be able to handle that (I hope).

 

[PEANUT1]

Shelly...I talked to hubby about the travel credits. I hope this makes sense.

He said to list the item as "Southwest travel credits" list the amount and when they expire.

After someone wins the auction, you then get their name and southwest number. You then log into your sw account, look under ticketless travel credits and put their name and number in and it will transfer the credits to the person who bought them. I hope this makes sense. He said that right now some people are getting more money than what the credits are worth bc if you buy through ebay "buy it now" feature you can get 20% off your purchase. So if you do list it, do it as "buy it now".

Hope that helps.

 

[BellaSoleil]

Ive worked the numbers for the "alleged" code and it doesn't work for us!

Right now I have two ressies Dec 30 & 31 CSR and Jan 1 - 12 ASSp. I used the AP rate for the second ressie and was going to buy one AP and then the rest 10 PH. (we are spending two day visiting family)

Sooo...In order to use the "alleged" code I would need to buy tickets for the first two days and then get the remainder tickets when I checked in on the fourth. That means my room rates for the 1,2 & 3 would revert to rack rate because I wouldn't have the AP....and well....you get the picture!

Now, I'm furiously trying to see how many of my friends I can call and help them make vaca plans using the "alleged" code info. Someone might as well get the use of it!

This all works out just as well....now DH will have to take DS to ESPN weekend to justify the AP and then of course we will have to go back in the fall! Woohoo....I think this will work out better for me in the end!

Hope the code works for everyone else!

Doesn't work for us either and I'm sick about it.

But I did share the news with a friend that is wanting to take her whole family. (She is a grandmother.) That made my heart happy to do!

 

[Northern Disney Girl]

I have a question for all of you experienced Disney travellers! My DD5 has an intolerance to milk. She can't drink cow's milk or eat ice cream. She drinks soy milk at home and I am aware that we can get it at TS and some CS places. She can eat cheese and yogurt. My question is this : Is anybody aware of any places at WDW that sell frozen yogurt? Thanks for your help!
I don't want her to feel left out when her sister gets to have ice cream!

 

[sarbah77]

snykymom.....I understand what you are saying about YC/BC BUT....
I can't overemphasize the convenience factor of staying so close to EPCOT. It is really wonderful. Now that being said...for a little more you can stay at one of the monorail resorts and be really convenient.

Funny - I want to stay at YC/BC because I am from New England and it reminds me of home!!! Luckily, there are no "college campus" resorts so I don't have to worry about it.

Oh no.... two Snowbirds that we will need to worry about that day... I am sure everything will go fine...

kate and sarah...wishing you safe surgery and speedy recovery.

Thanks, both of you!!

Ohhhhh... I just got the mail... two good things... one NO BILLS... and I received the authorization to have my gastric bypass surgery!!!! we were not sure if they would approve it or not because I don't meet the weight requirement... but other health issues I guess were enough!!! I am so excited!!!!! The thought of not having to take multiple medications a day is very exciting... and losing some weight is also great!!!!

Oh, congrats!! Glad to hear that! And I thought my mail was good: some cross-stitch floss and a package of pictures I'd ordered.

Sarah will be thinking of you too mine is in the afternoon yuck I hate waiting! Have a good trip.

Mine's at 1:30, as well. I know what you mean!! The worst part is the "no food after midnight." So I have to wait all day and be grumpy and hungry?! UNFAIR! My poor DH, too! He'll have to listen to me!

We'll get through it. It'll be for the best, for both of us!

 

[Philharmagiclover]

But, can you use an AP rate for the 1-3 and 11-12 nights? I have a AAA rate for our 11 night stay. If the rumors are true, I will have 7 days spoken for with the 4/3, then 4 more days, which I'm hoping I'll get at AAA rate. I'm thinking Disney will anticipate options for folks with different lengths of stay and be able to handle that (I hope).

Well, if they offer a larger package for those staying longer then yes, it might work....wouldn't that be nice....I don't think I'll hold my breath though....overall I'm talking $390 and frankly....I'm going no matter what! I already have my airfare and we're meeting some family for New Years. I am so pumped about being there for the New Year I can hardly stand it! Happy New Ears!

 

[sunshine43]

Over at the codes thread, the speculation is the deal will be a big one. Buy 4 nights get 3 free and a 200 dollar GC to be used in Disney.

Now my question is this, if a code comes out at 5:00 and my AAA office is closed at that time, can I use it tomorrow?

robin

60 Days till Disney

 

[Mndisneygirl]

Over at the codes thread, the speculation is the deal will be a big one. Buy 4 nights get 3 free and a 200 dollar GC to be used in Disney.

Now my question is this, if a code comes out at 5:00 and my AAA office is closed at that time, can I use it tomorrow?

robin

60 Days till Disney

You can. I think the concern would be that there are only a certain number of rooms eligible for the discounts - and then people would change their reservations to another resort to get them, so there may not be that many "left" after a while. That's my understanding as to why people are so excited to find out and get on the phone right away.

 

[Dancegrl624]

Good afternoon everyone! First of all, I hope that the upcoming surgeries go well. You'll both be in my prayers and thoughts. I wish you both the best.

As for Disney hotels looking like home, I don't have that problem either. Saratoga Springs is like 6 hours away from here and it's nothing like Buffalo. On my next trip to WDW, I'd really like to stay on property. I stayed at ASMu when I was 15 with my parents and little sis. It was nice, but cramped. I'm kinda spoiled now with my parents having a timeshare. I don't think I could stay anywhere without a full kitchen and separate bedrooms now!

I'm so excited for the codes to come out for all of you! Even though I can't use any codes, it makes me happy when my fellow snowbirds are happy! Best of luck!!

 

[sunshine43]

But if it's after hours for my AAA agent, what can I do

robin

 

[Mndisneygirl]

But if it's after hours for my AAA agent, what can I do

robin

That one I'm going to have to defer to my fellow snowbirds who are more knowledgeable - I have not dealt with AAA stuff before. I recall reading somewhere that certain things can only be handled through your AAA agent, and sometimes you can deal directly with Disney. I am under the impression that if you have booked a AAA package and you want to change or apply codes, that the agent has to do that because they "own" the reservation. Don't quote me on it, I'm not 100% sure.

 

[peach3es]

Well, my TA told me to go to sleep! I asked him if I should stay up to see what's going on at midnight my time and he told me no. Get some sleep. He'll be busy trying to make everyone's changes that he's working with and likely won't contact me for a few hours after 5pm EST anyway. So, I guess I'll wake up and find out what's going on!

I'm a little nervous because I have to be honest...none of the mods float my boat. I much prefer Pop Century to all of them. So, I'm hoping he can keep me at Pop. Plus I'm in a stroller swap and a Fridge swap at Pop. What a pain to move all that around! Here's hoping I'll still have 2 rooms at Pop for January 8-15 and some amazing discount the next time I see you all!

G'night my dear peeps! Have fun speculating and waiting for the code!

Who am I kidding? I'll be back on the DIS at midnight just to at least see what the deal is!

 

[Northern Disney Girl]

But if it's after hours for my AAA agent, what can I do

robin

I am by no means a professional, but here are my 2 cents......Call your Agent! Tell her what you are expecting and see what she has to say! I read somewhere else that somebody else's agent was already on top of things and would go forward with whatever came out! The "big deal" is not going to go anywhere over night! It'll still be available tomorrow! It's not like it is available for "today only" Don't worry so much! Call your agent - tell her what you want her to do! That's her job!

 

[sunshine43]

I am by no means a professional, but here are my 2 cents......Call your Agent! Tell her what you are expecting and see what she has to say! I read somewhere else that somebody else's agent was already on top of things and would go forward with whatever came out! The "big deal" is not going to go anywhere over night! It'll still be available tomorrow! It's not like it is available for "today only" Don't worry so much! Call your agent - tell her what you want her to do! That's her job!

I did call her earlier and she didn't know a thing about any deals coming out. She did say that I would need a code (duh) and that I could call the office first thing tomorrow morning. She will be off, but anyone can help me. I just really hate to lose out on a good deal.

Here is another question...If a big deal comes out today at 5, can I call disney and book it thru them and cancel the one I have with AAA?
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robin

 

[Pluto_fan]

Over at the codes thread, the speculation is the deal will be a big one. Buy 4 nights get 3 free and a 200 dollar GC to be used in Disney.

Now my question is this, if a code comes out at 5:00 and my AAA office is closed at that time, can I use it tomorrow?

robin

60 Days till Disney

Thanks. Do we think this will only be for packages (that is, including park passes) or would it be available for room-only reservations?

As NDG just said, your AAA agent can work it tomorrow. No worries!

 

[distherapy]

Here is another question...If a big deal comes out today at 5, can I call disney and book it thru them and cancel the one I have with AAA?
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robin

Sure you could. I imagine there will be a lot of new bookings and cancellations after the "magic, super-fabulous, extra-fancy, fantabulous" deal comes out.

I'm hoping we'll be able to book the new deal online - I'd rather look at my options that way than try to follow a CM on the phone.

 

[Fire14]

Okay thanks, if either of you can please find out for me exactly how to do this that would be much appreciated!! I'm not sure that I have a code either. . . Please explain it to me step by step if you can!

Ok I'll try to explain this best I can. Your Code/voucher is your booking code from orig ressie. so say code was 6doyy thats what you/person who buys credit needs to put in ticketless travel funds box to use credit.

I would be careful of selling code before you fly if code is same because that is key to your ressie and if you sold code person buying it could go in and cancel your entire flight plan leaving you with no way to get to mickey.

 

[Maria_O]

Well, my TA told me to go to sleep! I asked him if I should stay up to see what's going on at midnight my time and he told me no. Get some sleep. He'll be busy trying to make everyone's changes that he's working with and likely won't contact me for a few hours after 5pm EST anyway. So, I guess I'll wake up and find out what's going on!

Who am I kidding? I'll be back on the DIS at midnight just to at least see what the deal is!

Lucky you, having a TA to watch over you! Here it's 9.25 pm and I am desperately trying to stay awake for another hour and a half (I got up today at 5 am to study for a test I had this morning, so I'm pretty tired now). But if it is a package deal as the rumour on the code thread says, it will be no use to us (unless we could qualify for the gift card even with a room-only reservation). But of course I will be happy for all those snowbirds who benefit from the discount!

 

[sharadoc]

Well, my TA told me to go to sleep! I asked him if I should stay up to see what's going on at midnight my time and he told me no. Get some sleep. He'll be busy trying to make everyone's changes that he's working with and likely won't contact me for a few hours after 5pm EST anyway. So, I guess I'll wake up and find out what's going on!

I'm a little nervous because I have to be honest...none of the mods float my boat. I much prefer Pop Century to all of them. So, I'm hoping he can keep me at Pop. Plus I'm in a stroller swap and a Fridge swap at Pop. What a pain to move all that around! Here's hoping I'll still have 2 rooms at Pop for January 8-15 and some amazing discount the next time I see you all!

G'night my dear peeps! Have fun speculating and waiting for the code!

Who am I kidding? I'll be back on the DIS at midnight just to at least see what the deal is!

Hi Carrie,

I've seen a few threads from the past where people had to move to All Stars to take advantage of the discounts because Pop either had no availability or not enough. I think Pop is the most popular of the values, so they don't have to work as hard to fill it.

That's where you have to make a HARD decision - theme or $$$$$$$. Good luck with that!!!