Microwaves and fridges in rooms? (m)

[pjynx]

I'm starting to feel so overwhelmed with all the choices of on-site resorts. Can anybody offer a little advice? Here's a little background....

The other family we're going with is staying in a Fort Wilderness cabin. While we can afford to do the same and the idea of a full kitchen, patio & grill sounds appealing to us, we're also considering staying somewhere a little less expensive so we can use the money for other things. We'll be spending 10 days there. We will be doing some things with the other family, but not everything, so staying at the same place is not our #1 priority. But having a fridge (big enough for a gallon of milk and a few bottles of water) and a microwave are very important to us. I see many resorts have fridges available upon request, but I see nothing mentioned of microwaves. Anyone know of a policy on microwaves?

Also, we have a 6 y.o. daughter. I'm afraid that by staying in the cabins, she'd be missing out on the "resort experience" that I'm getting a sense of...don't most resorts have special things going on for younger kids? I'd really like her to be able to participate in those activities. Any suggestions on which resorts would be best for that age? (although not more expensive than the FW cabins).

Thanks so much for your opinions!

 

[MomofKatie]

The DVC properties have kitchens or kitchenettes in every room, but they might be as expensive or more expensive than the Ft. Wilderness cabins. The fridges provided by Disney in the regular resort rooms are the small cube size. They could probably fit a half gallon of milk, but probably not a full. None of the standard rooms have microwaves, nor do they allow them. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong!)

As far as the "resort experience" at Ft. Wilderness, I've never stayed there, but my brother and his family have many times. The only thing not quite up to par with other resorts is the pool. It is kind of dull- just a big rectangle. But, there are still lots of fun things for kids to do there. There is a free nightly campfire with Chip and Dale, and then a Disney movie is shown. There is a really neat petting zoo, and the recreation available is pretty extensive. Also, there is the Hoop De Doo Musical Revue, which is one of the most popular shows at Disney.

Your DD will have a blast at Ft. Wilderness, and have every bit of the magic theat she could get at other resorts.

 

[Desnik]

To answer your question, no micro in the rooms. All rooms have a fridge. I don't think you could fit a gallon of milk. We have fit drink boxes, water bottles, and cans of soda witth no problem. All resorts have a micro at their food courts. You can use it at any time. You can't bring your own micro in the room because of fire codes. This is a touchy subject here, some people say it's OK others say no way. Personally I wouldn't do it.

I think you should look into a studio at a DVC resort. They have a kitchenette. You'll have a fridge, micro, toaster, coffee maker, sink. You'll have a queen bed and pull out couch. If you want a full kitchen, then you could get a one bedroom. You could book it through Disney, or rent points from a DVC member. Check the rent/trade board.

I think a perfect option for you would be the WL. You would be close to your friends, but still have your own space. There are a ton of activities for the kids at both resorts and you could enjoy both resorts because they are like "sister resorts". You would be at a deluxe resort but get a better rate than at the other deluxes. WL and AKL have cheaper rates than the other deluxes. Take a lokk at the WL FAQ on the top of this board. There are so many things to do there and the MK is a ferry ride away. The resort is so beautiful. We were there in Nov. and fell in love with it. We took the bus ride to FW and enjoyed the campfire sing a long and outdoor movie. At the WL we rented surrey bikes, boats, went swimming. It's a great place. My DD was 6yo on our trip and she could've stayed in the pool all day! They did have craft activities going on, but we never made it.

Whatever you deside staying at any WDW resort you really can't go wrong! Good luck!

 

[pjynx]

Take a lokk at the WL FAQ on the top of this board.

Ok, I feel like a total idiot, but I can't find the WL FAQ at the top of this board. I see FAQ but it's only about "posting" FAQ's. Nothing on specific resorts.

But then again, I'm new to all of this, so please bear with me while I learn

 

[ducklite]

Unless things have changed, there aren'ta whole lot of activities such as crafts, storytekking, organized games, etc. for kids at the value and moderate resorts.

I'd look into renting DVC points for a studio (where you'd have a microwave) which very likely will be about the same cost as a moderate resort.

WDW doesn't allow microwaves in rooms not equipped with them for a variety of reasons, and will not provide one for rent. The moderate and value, and some deluxes offer them in the food courts, you're free to use them.

Anne

 

[MAGICinMYHEART]

Ok, I feel like a total idiot, but I can't find the WL FAQ at the top of this board. I see FAQ but it's only about "posting" FAQ's. Nothing on specific resorts

For now just click on the link below....
WL FAQ Thread

The FAQ Threads are listed on the main thread that is always at the top of the forums.

WDW Resort FAQ and Information Threads

OK! We are going to try this. There are getting to be so many "stuck" threads at the top of the resort board that we are going to consolidate links to them all here.
Please do not "bump" the threads as you can always get to them from this on "stuck" thread.

The *NEW* Grand Floridian Resort and Spa Frequently Asked Questions

The *NEW* Yacht & Beach Club Question & Answer Forum

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort Frequently Asked Questions

The Boardwalk Inn Information Thread

The *NEW* Coronado Springs FAQ Thread

Caribbean Beach Resort FAQ's

Caribbean Beach Part II

It's The Port Orleans FAQ Thread!!! (RIVERSIDE)

The Groovy New Pop Century FAQ Thread!

DISNEY'S CONTEMPORARY RESORT Information Thread!

The NEW WL FAQ (Part 5) Simbas and Tiggers and Humphreys OH MY!

The 100% Original POFQ FAQ

All Star Movies Super Duper FAQ/Answer Thread

Concierge Information

Hope this helps everyone find the information they need.......

To go to the Wilderness Lodge Thread you would just need to click on
The NEW WL FAQ (Part 5) Simbas and Tiggers and Humphreys OH MY! this will take you directly to that thread.

 

[pjynx]

Thanks for the info!!!!