MK "Happily Ever After" Dessert Party (Parties) Discussion

[areno79]

9/17 is exactly the day I'm looking for. I was wondering why that day was booked but the other days that week still show availability. Thanks for the info!!

You're welcome! There are a few others here waiting for 9/17 to open up too. So frustrating but hopefully they open it up soon!

 

[corn princess]

Got my call about my refund!

 

[GirlDreamer]

I'm very impressed now. They called me today, despite the fact that it was only possible to put in US phone numbers in the reservation and not international ones. My UK number is attached to my hotel package booked via a Disney UK site, but on the US site it only shows in an American number style, which means they'd have no hope of getting through to me if they tried calling me. So they must have done some digging in order to get my actual number.

 

[bellelinus]

Hi guys - the refund hit my credit card today, so WDW did exactly what they had said they would and processed it for Friday. Hopefully everyone else gets theirs, too.

 

[elgerber]

Hi guys - the refund hit my credit card today, so WDW did exactly what they had said they would and processed it for Friday. Hopefully everyone else gets theirs, too.

Mine is there too!

 

[tinkerhon]

Mine is there too!

Awesome !!

Still waiting for mine - was told the refund was being put thru Friday, but might take 7-10 days to show in my account - didn't use my Chase debit for this one - guessing that if I had, would have seen the refund today - will give it till next week -

 

[MNDisneyMommy]

Can some folks who did both Plaza and Terrace views help me out a bit?

We did the Plaza view on our last trip. We were quite disappointed. It was crowded, and when the fireworks started people stood up, neither I nor my two kids could see so I ended up moving and getting a little slice by looking over someone's shoulder and holding up the kids. It was less than pleasant since we were also partially blocked by a topiary. We weren't impressed with the desserts either and felt it was a bit of a money waste.

We're headed back to Disney and our traveling companions really want to do this party. Since there are christmas parties most of the week, I know HEA will be packed so I'm actually considering doing this again but thinking the terrace seating might be more our style. I know its off to the side, but everyone should be able to see from their chairs right? Won't have to hold up a kid or have the fighting for a view thing going on? Does anyone know how they would seat a party of 7? Perhaps we should book as a 3 and a 4?

Thanks!

 

[ktate82]

Can some folks who did both Plaza and Terrace views help me out a bit?

We did the Plaza view on our last trip. We were quite disappointed. It was crowded, and when the fireworks started people stood up, neither I nor my two kids could see so I ended up moving and getting a little slice by looking over someone's shoulder and holding up the kids. It was less than pleasant since we were also partially blocked by a topiary. We weren't impressed with the desserts either and felt it was a bit of a money waste.

We're headed back to Disney and our traveling companions really want to do this party. Since there are christmas parties most of the week, I know HEA will be packed so I'm actually considering doing this again but thinking the terrace seating might be more our style. I know its off to the side, but everyone should be able to see from their chairs right? Won't have to hold up a kid or have the fighting for a view thing going on? Does anyone know how they would seat a party of 7? Perhaps we should book as a 3 and a 4?

Thanks!

They will seat you at a large table that seats 8. If you were disappointed with the plaza garden viewing, you are going to be with the tomorrowland terrace. There is seating for the desserts, but as it gets closer to time for fireworks, people get up and stand at the railing. If you are seated further back, due to the overhang, you can't really see the fireworks from where you sit. Even if you get a seat by the rail, people will stand in front of you and block your view. We always do the plaza garden because it's more spread out for the viewing area. If you chose to do it again, just head down earlier and get a spot along the rail.

 

[GirlDreamer]

They will seat you at a large table that seats 8. If you were disappointed with the plaza garden viewing, you are going to be with the tomorrowland terrace. There is seating for the desserts, but as it gets closer to time for fireworks, people get up and stand at the railing. If you are seated further back, due to the overhang, you can't really see the fireworks from where you sit. Even if you get a seat by the rail, people will stand in front of you and block your view. We always do the plaza garden because it's more spread out for the viewing area. If you chose to do it again, just head down earlier and get a spot along the rail.

I thought they only do one row of tables by the railings now, so people standing up shouldn't be an issue anymore? How long is it since you last did the Tomorrowland Terrace Viewing?

 

[SaintsManiac]

Got my refund today and I used a Disney Visa.

 

[elgerber]

Awesome !!

Still waiting for mine - was told the refund was being put thru Friday, but might take 7-10 days to show in my account - didn't use my Chase debit for this one - guessing that if I had, would have seen the refund today - will give it till next week -

I used an Amex and had my refund today, I think the card is irrelevant.

 

[Dan Murphy]

Can some folks who did both Plaza and Terrace views help me out a bit?

We did the Plaza view on our last trip. We were quite disappointed. It was crowded, and when the fireworks started people stood up, neither I nor my two kids could see so I ended up moving and getting a little slice by looking over someone's shoulder and holding up the kids. It was less than pleasant since we were also partially blocked by a topiary. We weren't impressed with the desserts either and felt it was a bit of a money waste.

We're headed back to Disney and our traveling companions really want to do this party. Since there are christmas parties most of the week, I know HEA will be packed so I'm actually considering doing this again but thinking the terrace seating might be more our style. I know its off to the side, but everyone should be able to see from their chairs right? Won't have to hold up a kid or have the fighting for a view thing going on? Does anyone know how they would seat a party of 7? Perhaps we should book as a 3 and a 4?

Thanks!

We've done both and much preferred the Plaza over the Terrace. For the Plaza, we were by the back fence, excellent viewing.

 

[ktate82]

I thought they only do one row of tables by the railings now, so people standing up shouldn't be an issue anymore? How long is it since you last did the Tomorrowland Terrace Viewing?

July 2017, October 2017, and January 2018. All times they had tables set up throughout the area, and everyone stood at the railings. This blocked everyone's view that was sitting. They also used to assign seating (we have been going every year since they started), but now it's just open seating. Once there were 6 of us, and parties of 4 had taken the larger tables, so we had to split up to several smaller tables. Now we make sure with either party to get there early if we are a larger group.

 

[GaSleepingBeautyFan]

Still waiting for July 3rd.

I am surprised that this is as hard to book as the Hamilton tickets I'll be trying to get tomorrow. At least those will be actually available when they say!

 

[ktate82]

Still waiting for July 3rd.

I am surprised that this is as hard to book as the Hamilton tickets I'll be trying to get tomorrow. At least those will be actually available when they say!

No kidding! I'm waiting for July 3rd too and find myself checking multiple times a day. I know as soon as I take a few day break, they will open and sell out.

 

[CJK]

July 2017, October 2017, and January 2018. All times they had tables set up throughout the area, and everyone stood at the railings. This blocked everyone's view that was sitting. They also used to assign seating (we have been going every year since they started), but now it's just open seating. Once there were 6 of us, and parties of 4 had taken the larger tables, so we had to split up to several smaller tables. Now we make sure with either party to get there early if we are a larger group.

I'm thinking it's changed now. We did it on Mar. 11th of this year. Our big table of 7 was right at the railing. There were only tables at the railings, except maybe 3 additional tables in a second row. Everyone could see fireworks from their tables, since no one stood at the railing at all. There was so much empty space, making it so easy to go to/from the buffet. We loved it way more than before when it was more crowded. Since we were a big table, we were taken directly to our table. There were only 2 big tables set up that day.

 

[GirlDreamer]

I'm thinking it's changed now. We did it on Mar. 11th of this year. Our big table of 7 was right at the railing. There were only tables at the railings, except maybe 3 additional tables in a second row. Everyone could see fireworks from their tables, since no one stood at the railing at all. There was so much empty space, making it so easy to go to/from the buffet. We loved it way more than before when it was more crowded. Since we were a big table, we were taken directly to our table. There were only 2 big tables set up that day.

I'm happy to hear that. I'm sure I've read similar stories in this thread as well, which is why I chose to book. I love the idea of being able to sit at a table and enjoy some treats and chill time while waiting for the fireworks, and then getting to sit during the fireworks too. If I would have to stand up for the fireworks, then I might as well have booked the garden viewing and saved myself some money.

 

[areno79]

Still waiting for July 3rd.

I am surprised that this is as hard to book as the Hamilton tickets I'll be trying to get tomorrow. At least those will be actually available when they say!

I'm still waiting for 9/17 to open up. I check the site multiple times a day every day. It's so annoying because I don't understand why they don't release a random Monday in September!

 

[tinkerhon]

Got my refund today and I used a Disney Visa.

Mine posted today as well --- and had a weird situation - when I booked the price shown ( 1 adult, 2 children) was $151 -- the higher amount - so, like others, I called and was told $22 would be refunded to my card - making the total $129 -

Well - turns out that my card was only changed $129 - not the $151 - AND I was given the $22 refund -
So, I felt funny ( I mean, it IS Disney ! ) - so, I called the Dining services number again that I had used the other day , and explained what happened. They told me that the $151 was a pending charge, but when Disney realized the overcharge , it was caught in time, and I was only charged $129 to my card.

I explained to them that I also received the $22 credit to my card- they said they appreciated that I called and the CM giggled and said - "ok, use it for another dessert party"

Think I just might !

 

[thistledoo]

I just got my refund with no call or email from them at all! Nice surprise when checking my account. Thank you Disney