goofynut41
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- Aug 2, 2012
Ok , Cause we wanted to go to Magic Kingdom after the Hoop dee Doo, I guess we need to take the boat to MK is the best way.It's each way.
Ok , Cause we wanted to go to Magic Kingdom after the Hoop dee Doo, I guess we need to take the boat to MK is the best way.It's each way.
For certain. Would be much easier too, since the boat dock is right there near Pioneer Hall.Ok , Cause we wanted to go to Magic Kingdom after the Hoop dee Doo, I guess we need to take the boat to MK is the best way.
It is each way.. it was $20 when we went but they have since increased the price to $25. There were 6 of us so we just split up the cost each time we used it.Did you have to pay $25 both ways or is $25 for round trip?
We are planning on using it to get from BLT to one of the water parks. Having to take two buses is ridiculous. I'm guessing it takes about an hour or so by bus for a 15 min ride.
No. You have to be a registered guest at one of the participating resorts first. Then you are good to go for duration of Minnie Van existence, even if you do not stay at a participating resort again.
Yes, you will be able to do that.I know you've explained the unlocking of a Minnie van a few times now , but I'm still confused we are staying at the Poly, if I activate at the Poly get to DS by bus and want to use a MV to come back to the poly can I do that? Thank you!
Thank you! You are always so helpful! Even when I’ve asked a repeat of a question!Yes, you will be able to do that.
In our case, the day we checked in to BWI, we got the following message on MDE app
Others have said they did not get the message. If you get the message, just follow the prompts, instructions and you'll be all set to use the service. If you don't get the message, stop by Bell Services at the Poly and they will add the service to your Lyft account.
Do you need the car seat option? If not, Uber is WAAAAAYYYY cheaper to get to/from MCO. We already use it. Runs about $30 each way.We used Minnie Vans three times on the trip we just returned from (4/8-4/16) and LOVED them...so much so that I have finally convinced my H not to rent a car anymore on future trips. Also, not sure if this is already common knowledge or not, but now you can use Minnie Van service to go from your hotel to MCO (arrange through the concierge), and we were told by one of our Minnie Van drivers (one of the inaugural hires for the service) that you will soon be able to use the service to pick you up from MCO as well (he said they were in training for it this week). This was music to my H's ears, as he hates the Magical Express (and we both dislike the buses). We were advised that the to/from MCO trips will cost $150...but even times two, that's still less than we've been paying to rent a car. And because we're doing a split stay between WL and BC on our next trip, we'll only need to use the MV service to get to the AK...so we should still come out ahead money-wise.
Do you need the car seat option? If not, Uber is WAAAAAYYYY cheaper to get to/from MCO. We already use it. Runs about $30 each way.
Yes you canDoes anyone know if you can use Lyft codes or credits for the Minnie vans? Considering one to get to animal kingdom and hs early magic hours this summer, not sure I want to chance the busses at 6am. And I need two cars seats, or one rear facing car seat and a booster, so Uber+ car seat is out.
Thanks! Cuts down the price a little!Yes you can
Something to keep in mind, at Disney we've gotten quite a few Lyft and Uber drivers who are off duty CM. Many told us they drive for a few hours following their shift, if they have nothing that they need to rush home for. One time one of our drivers was even a Disney security guard. It's not all of them of course, but quite a fewNo, we don't need the car seat. Thanks for the Uber idea! I'll talk to my H about it, and maybe he can convince me this time...he uses Uber/Lyft all the time for work, but I never have because I'm old school and just don't trust it yet. I feel much better knowing that my driver is an "official" Disney employee and therefore more accountable/traceable. I've been told by many that my fears are unfounded, but I've just been slow to trust these new ways of doing things like Uber/Lyft/AirB&B, etc. I think I read too much news and have heard too many horror stories, lol! But I might feel better about Uber if my H is in the car with me...will have to give it some thought.
I think I'd stick with cash unless someone knows the driver actually gets the tip from the app?
Well now that makes sense! Ok, I hated the idea of fumbling around for tip cash, I feel much better now!They do get the tip from the app. All the CM drivers have Lyft accounts just like a normal Lyft driver. It's how they get tips and feedback.