***Official November 2016 Thread***

[ThereYouSeeHer]

Sorry to jump in mid convo but when I called for BBB reservation the cm asked if we was celebrating anything whilst there, we are. Hubby's birthday and wedding anniversary. Would she of made a note on the system? Or is this standard? Any info appreciated

I didn't know where to post this question but figured my fellow Novemberlites would be able to help

We've been asked this question over many years and have had it noted on our account by CM's and also ourselves (when it's been asked online, we've entered specific information for children or adult birthdays and anniversary celebrations). Nothing has ever come of it.

 

[Tash87]

Thanks for the info guys!

I'm not going to have any expectations for pixie dust.

 

[ThereYouSeeHer]

Thanks for the info guys!

I'm not going to have any expectations for pixie dust.

Well, although it was somewhat disappointing to show up for a dining reservation and not have anyone mention the special anniversary or event that was noted on the account, we have had other magical surprises. So, always be on the lookout for pixie dust, anyway!

 

[catlady7]

I am finding mixed information on the time of the fireworks for mickeys very xmas show? One site said 8 and another says 9:30. Anyone know for sure?

 

[2pinwheels]

We celebrated our anniversary. The restaurant gave us champs and dessert. We got to interact with characters of Hoop-Dee-Doo (although we are introverted and not sure if that's a good thing)...

Nothing huge, but it was nice.

 

[Jacie]

I am finding mixed information on the time of the fireworks for mickeys very xmas show? One site said 8 and another says 9:30. Anyone know for sure?

In the past they've been 9:30 so I would think it would mimic that, but definitely something to keep an eye on. I would think that 8 is too close to the official start time of the party?

 

[catlady7]

In the past they've been 9:30 so I would think it would mimic that, but definitely something to keep an eye on. I would think that 8 is too close to the official start time of the party?

ok thanks

 

[J and R's mom]

Wow. BBB at the castle is already booked up for 11/15/2016-11/18/2016.

I know that reservations open up the day before (we were able to get one that way on our last trip), but like most here, I'd prefer to have the reservation secured BEFORE that so that we can plan around it. With the way ADRs and FP+ are now, it's hard to fit in a last-minute reservation without interfering with something else.

Does anyone know of a thread where BBB reservations are canceled/traded?

 

[grrrlennyl]

I booked my tour yesterday! I'm going to do the UnDISCOVERed Future World tour at Epcot in early November. I'm really excited about it. I don't know much about behind the scenes stuff at Epcot, so it should be fun. I've done a couple tours in the past (Behind the Seeds at Epcot and Keys to the Kingdom at MK) and they were both really fun and interesting. Is anyone else planning on any tours in November?

 

[ValerieK]

I booked my tour yesterday! I'm going to do the UnDISCOVERed Future World tour at Epcot in early November. I'm really excited about it. I don't know much about behind the scenes stuff at Epcot, so it should be fun. I've done a couple tours in the past (Behind the Seeds at Epcot and Keys to the Kingdom at MK) and they were both really fun and interesting. Is anyone else planning on any tours in November?

Im hoping to do the Sense of Africa tour after Thanksgiving. Still have a few days before I can book it though.

 

[Becky Mouse]

Wow. BBB at the castle is already booked up for 11/15/2016-11/18/2016.

I know that reservations open up the day before (we were able to get one that way on our last trip), but like most here, I'd prefer to have the reservation secured BEFORE that so that we can plan around it. With the way ADRs and FP+ are now, it's hard to fit in a last-minute reservation without interfering with something else.

Does anyone know of a thread where BBB reservations are canceled/traded?

There's a thread for dining reservation cancellations, but the mods don't let you post asking for trades. I'm not sure if people post BBB reservations on there or not... if it was me, I'd post there even though it's not dining.
http://www.disboards.com/threads/november-cancelled-adr-thread-read-1st-post.3510083/page-2

 

[ariane37]

Sorry to jump in mid convo but when I called for BBB reservation the cm asked if we was celebrating anything whilst there, we are. Hubby's birthday and wedding anniversary. Would she of made a note on the system? Or is this standard? Any info appreciated

I didn't know where to post this question but figured my fellow Novemberlites would be able to help

I was asked the same thing...I said we were not, however my brothers gf who is traveling with us, this is her first time to Disney...he told me he would make a note of that and to expect a bunch of Disney gifts to get her into the spirit. I'm not sure he was just telling me that, or if in fact there will be a bag of goodies for her. So I guess I'm in the same boat as you and really wondering if this is just a standard response??

When my son turned 1 he got a cupcake at one restaurant and a card signed by some characters at another.

We've been asked this question over many years and have had it noted on our account by CM's and also ourselves (when it's been asked online, we've entered specific information for children or adult birthdays and anniversary celebrations). Nothing has ever come of it.

Any time I've booked anything over the phone I've been asked if we're celebrating anything. When we were going down for my birthday I got a card left in our room one day signed by a bunch of characters and a couple restaurants, including BOG, acknowledged my bday with a dessert and/or the CM's singing to me BOG also gave me a card signed by Belle and the Beast. However, when DH and I went for our anniversary I had that noted and it wasn't acknowledged in any way. So while something may occur by way of pixie dust or a special gift, it doesn't always. I hope it does for all of you but even if it doesn't, don't let it impact your trip!

 

[Karabear15]

Any time I've booked anything over the phone I've been asked if we're celebrating anything. When we were going down for my birthday I got a card left in our room one day signed by a bunch of characters and a couple restaurants, including BOG, acknowledged my bday with a dessert and/or the CM's singing to me BOG also gave me a card signed by Belle and the Beast. However, when DH and I went for our anniversary I had that noted and it wasn't acknowledged in any way. So while something may occur by way of pixie dust or a special gift, it doesn't always. I hope it does for all of you but even if it doesn't, don't let it impact your trip!

I know that bro's gf won't care one way or the other, but it would be really cute, especially since we are trying to get her into the Disney spirit!!

 

[ariane37]

I know that bro's gf won't care one way or the other, but it would be really cute, especially since we are trying to get her into the Disney spirit!!

Oh I totally agree! I'll keep my fingers crossed for her/you

 

[Funfire240]

There's a thread for dining reservation cancellations, but the mods don't let you post asking for trades. I'm not sure if people post BBB reservations on there or not... if it was me, I'd post there even though it's not dining.
http://www.disboards.com/threads/november-cancelled-adr-thread-read-1st-post.3510083/page-2

You can only post if you are cancelling. You cannot post if you are looking for a reservation so keep that in mind.

 

[lancgirl]

Hi Everyone! Super exciting that we're at 6 months! Today was my ADR day- I was pleased with this AM's outcome since I ended up with basically everything I wanted. My question is in regards to HDDR- there were NO seats for the 6:15PM show for the entire duration of my trip. Does anyone else think that's odd? I even looked on the day we are flying home (so it's not even an option but wanted to see) and nothing. I checked for 4 and 6 people so not even a large group. Anyway, just curious if anyone has run into this as well. I took a 4 and an 8:30 res and I will debate about which to keep for a day or so... any opinions? My daughters are 9 and 13. Thanks!

 

[ENJDisneyFan]

My question is in regards to HDDR- there were NO seats for the 6:15PM show for the entire duration of my trip. Does anyone else think that's odd? I even looked on the day we are flying home (so it's not even an option but wanted to see) and nothing. I checked for 4 and 6 people so not even a large group. Anyway, just curious if anyone has run into this as well. I took a 4 and an 8:30 res and I will debate about which to keep for a day or so... any opinions? My daughters are 9 and 13. Thanks!

There is a whole thread about this. It appears to be un-bookable right now, but even the cast members don't know why it hasn't been released. I've called a few times, they say to keep checking back. I have the 4pm as a back up for now, but I really want 6:15!

 

[Tash87]

I will always be on the lookout for pixie dust

I'm not bothered if we get none cause I think we are going to have a magical time nonetheless! First time onsite, all the adr's we wanted, my sons 1st visit and my daughters first time at BBB. I cannot wait

 

[Funfire240]

I will always be on the lookout for pixie dust

I'm not bothered if we get none cause I think we are going to have a magical time nonetheless! First time onsite, all the adr's we wanted, my sons 1st visit and my daughters first time at BBB. I cannot wait

sounds like you have a great trip planned! Remember the tissues for BBB Somehow I can't get thru the reveal ever!

 

[Tash87]

Thanks for the heads up......MUST remember tissues!