Live from POR

[drusso]

wiring for hi-speed is in the room - not yet connected - still using dial up - 'any day now' was the response I got

Well, I can't believe our 2 weeks is just about up, we head home on Saturday. Trip has been wonderful. Housekeeping great - we got lots and lots of towel animals. I never even knew I cared about such things - but it was a kick to come 'home' to find these little surprises. Transportation was great (boats & buses). Ate more than I care to admit and enjoyed every minute of it. We wrap up at Jiko Friday night.

 

[momm2four]

whoa! What's this about internet access at POR? Will there be a charge? Is there somewhere I can read about this change? thanks!

Lori P.

 

[Kycha]

How are the crowds now, after the holiday? I will be staying at POR at the end of the month and I am wondering if it will be crowded for our visit.

 

[Evad]

We are also staying at POR at the end of the month. Can't wait

 

[Atotty]

Thanks for the internet info.

 

[Atotty]

whoa! What's this about internet access at POR? Will there be a charge? Is there somewhere I can read about this change? thanks!

Lori P.

I've read that it'll be $9.95 for a 24-hour period. It's not w-fi so you won't be able to sit at the pool with your laptop

Dh is kind of upset because you can stay at other hotels (Holiday Inn Express for example) and get free wifi for your entire stay. Being an IT guy he says it would be incredibly easy for Disney to do the same thing.

 

[chanty]

TTC

What's TTC???

Thanks!

Chantal

 

[chanty]

you can take a city bus from the TTC to Sea World (makes for a fun day)

More info on that bus would be great!! How much and all, location, etc.?

THanks!

 

[JESW]

Glad that you are having a great time!

Ah, Jiko's! We were just down in August (split stay between AKL, WL & BWI - wild vacation!) and DH & I are still talking about our dinner at Jiko's. (We put the kids in daycare and had dinner alone so that might be what made it so great too. ) I didn't think I would like anything on the menu but our server suggested the halibut and it was the BEST meal I had all week and we ate well. Enjoy!

Jill

 

[Disneytrip]

Great to hear about your trip, thanks for all the details! I have reserved early March POFQ (used to always stay with family at POR but it's been awhile since I was at the resort since the updates). This is primarily time to get away with boyfriend and lounge, not necessarily hit the parks heavy. Hot tub is key so I'm concerned that you mentioned it is tiny. Would you suggest POR or POFQ for us? I loved the mansions. Thanks for the input!

 

[Stephiehun]

Chanty:

We will be at POR on our honeymoon 10/17 - 10/22. My aunt and uncle (the family Disney fanatics) said it was their favorite resort!


OP:
Thanks for this thread - I keep seeing mixed messages on this resort. I'll just reread this one if I see a negative review!

 

[sunkissed212]

ordered in a pizza last night for dinner - it had to have been the worse thing I have ever eaten - no matter how lazy and tired you are feeling - go out for food or go to bed hungry

Wow, did you get the pizza from the food court at POR? We got pizza from there last year when we were at POR and I loved it. Maybe I was just really really hungry but I thought it was really good...oh well....sorry to hear yours wasn't appetizing.

Hopefully the remainder of your trip is wonderful!

 

[lverga]

We are going to Port Orleans Riverside in October. Whats the DDE card? And do you know what the possibilities of an upgrade are once you get there? Sounds like your having a great time. Thanks for all the info.

 

[drusso]

Hi Chanty: TTC = Ticket and Transportation Center. You can access via the Polynesian Resort (back past the quiet pool - follow signs to Epcot monorail), its also a stop on the monorail loop. If you go out to the Disney bus loading area bear to the left - its the #50 Lynx bus (its a big PINK bus - can't miss it). The Disney castmembers will happily direct you - they even have the schedules available (or go to golynx.com). It is $1.50 each way and the bus accepts dollar bills. Takes about 15 minutes to get to Sea World. If you decide to go stop at Kona's in the Poly for breakfast first!

Sunkissed212: The pizza we had was the only 'room service' they offer - not sure if it is the same or not. Don't have any desire to try it again. Pizza at Wolfgang Puck EXPRESS in downtown Disney was very good. I have tried the food court for a few breakfast / lunch meals and was happily surprised.

Disneytrip: You can easily walk between the two resorts (10-15 min. at most). I walked over to POFQ a couple of times to check it all out. It is very quaint, smaller than POR, but there is something quite charming about the place. Everything is very compact and I can see that being a big draw for some. The hot tub seems to be the same size as the one at POR but it is not right next to the pool so it seemed more peaceful (at least when I was there). Only thing I didn't like is that POFQ only has the one pool - which can equal lots of kids and lots of noise. If you don't have kids (and sometimes when you do) - getting away from the little darlings (for just a little while) is heaven. But these are sister resorts and you can use both facilities. Hope that helps you with your decision.

Stephiehun: My original reservation was only for 4 nights. I never expected to like it here - especially after staying deluxe on most other visits (see below). I can honestly say I love it here and will happily return. Maybe I just got lucky, but the transportation here has been the best I’ve ever experienced, so I didn’t really miss the convenience to the location of the parks. I did however miss the convenience of the dining options the deluxe resorts offer – so more planning was necessary – on the other hand, we saved a lot of money (a lot of money)

2005: Port Orleans Riverside
2004: Swan, Polynesian, Grand Floridian
2003: Polynesian, Yacht Club
2002: Yacht Club, Wilderness Lodge, Boardwalk
2001: Wilderness Lodge, Grand Floridian, Yacht Club
2000: Caribbean Beach, Beach Club, Contemporary
1999: Yacht Club, Boardwalk
1998: Yacht Club
1997: Yacht Club
1996: Yacht Club
1995: Beach Club
1994: NO TRIP
1993: Beach Club
1992: Caribbean Beach

 

[drusso]

kycha: There are NO crowds (parks and ALL resorts). We are zipping through the parks and walking in and out of all the restuarants without prior ADR's.

lverga: DDE = Disney Dining Experience
Florida Residents and Annual Passholders can join and enjoy discounts of 20% on all food and beverages at most restaurants in the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and hotels.

Membership includes complimentary resort and theme park parking for dining, as well as invitations to special member-only events. Members also receive half-price admission to Pleasure Island (member and one guest, excludes special events) and free admission Atlantic Dance Hall on the Boardwalk (member and one guest).


Cost is $75 per year for Florida residents buying a new membership, $60 for renewing Florida residents and $50 for Annual and Seasonal Passholders. You must have a valid Florida Driver's License or Florida state-issued ID card with a Florida address, or an Annual or Seasonal Pass, to join this program.

Call (407) 566-5858 (Monday - Friday, 9 am - 6 pm EST) for more information.

 

[Glendamax]

Thanx Drusso for your reports! I'll be there TOMORROW!!! WOO HOO!!!

 

[lverga]

Thanx Drusso!

 

[chanty]

Hi Chanty: TTC = Ticket and Transportation Center. You can access via the Polynesian Resort (back past the quiet pool - follow signs to Epcot monorail), its also a stop on the monorail loop. If you go out to the Disney bus loading area bear to the left - its the #50 Lynx bus (its a big PINK bus - can't miss it). The Disney castmembers will happily direct you - they even have the schedules available (or go to golynx.com). It is $1.50 each way and the bus accepts dollar bills. Takes about 15 minutes to get to Sea World. If you decide to go stop at Kona's in the Poly for breakfast first!

Thanks drusso!! That's awesome to know. I still wonder if we could take the same bus to go shopping...hmmmm Did you feel safe on that bus? I know that i personnally feel really safe on Disney property...

Thanks!

 

[eeyore45]

I've read that it'll be $9.95 for a 24-hour period. It's not w-fi so you won't be able to sit at the pool with your laptop

Dh is kind of upset because you can stay at other hotels (Holiday Inn Express for example) and get free wifi for your entire stay. Being an IT guy he says it would be incredibly easy for Disney to do the same thing.

Look how long it took to get refrigerators (complimentary) in the rooms!!

 

[Evad]

Hi there

I was wondering, do all rooms have fridge's as well as coffee makers.
Also if they do have coffee makers how does it work, can we bring coffee and filters from home, do we need to buy from Disney. Hope I didn't confuse you with my question. It is just that Love my coffee and would prefer to make it the room instead of walking to the main building all the time.

Thanks
Dave