OKW Lovers Thread. Part 2

[JohnPA]

Got my custom euro plate in for the Jetta TDI (42 - 46 mpg to/from WDW)

 

[chepic]

NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

che

 

[Cierese]

Only 76 Days to go and we'll be at OKW again. Even my kids love it there! Can't wait!!

 

[andigomeep]

Hello all! DH, DS and I are staying in a studio in September, woohoo! Just wondering what would be the most logical stop for a few groceries on the way from the airport? Or alternatively, in case our room isn't ready, what's the closest one to the resort?

 

[FigmentChick]

Hello all! DH, DS and I are staying in a studio in September, woohoo! Just wondering what would be the most logical stop for a few groceries on the way from the airport? Or alternatively, in case our room isn't ready, what's the closest one to the resort?

We prefer the Walmart on 535. It's literally 10 minutes away. And they have a good selection of everything. Plus, there's a Publix just a little further down the road. If you need exact directions, just PM me.

 

[Deb & Bill]

I like the Regency Village Publix.

http://store.publix.com/publix/cgi/selection?design=default&lang=en&mapid=US&interest=1

 

[WILDERNESS FAN 55]

Went to Goodings across from LBV Village last trip and OH MY has it hit the skids......... Used to be a wonderful store but can't recommend anymore.

 

[Mhairi77]

Hi all. I am looking for some help with planning our trip next year. We fly out on both my husband and my birthday and staying at Old Key West resort with the DDP. We are staying in a studio at OKW for 2 weeks from 12th March 2014. We have been to disney before bit stayed in a hotel on international drive.

 

[Chuck S]

Hi all. I am looking for some help with planning our trip next year. We fly out on both my husband and my birthday and staying at Old Key West resort with the DDP. We are staying in a studio at OKW for 2 weeks from 12th March 2014. We have been to disney before bit stayed in a hotel on international drive.

Welcome to the DIS, Mhairi77! What specific type of planning are you looking for for OKW? A studio is pretty much a studio at OKW. If you are flying and using the DDP, I assume you won't have a car. I am going to assume you are on rented points, and not a cash reservation. If so, I hope your DVC Owner was able to book you into the "Near Hospitality House" booking category. If not, be sure to add as request to be near Hospitality, if possible. And request near a bus stop. Thatway if you can not be close to hospitality, you can use the bus system to take you to the front of the resort for you meals, if you want to eat at Olivia's, the OKW table service restaurant. You can hop on any bus to take you to Hospitality House, it is the last stop before the busses depart for the theme parks. To return to your room, you can walk across the bridge to the Peninsular Road stop and again hop on any bus. Although in March the weather may be pleasant, so you may just want to walk to/from your room. The furthest studio room from hospitality is in building 50, it is about 2/3 of a mile to walk to the Hospitality area from Bldg 50.

 

[Mhairi77]

Welcome to the DIS, Mhairi77! What specific type of planning are you looking for for OKW? A studio is pretty much a studio at OKW. If you are flying and using the DDP, I assume you won't have a car. I am going to assume you are on rented points, and not a cash reservation. If so, I hope your DVC Owner was able to book you into the "Near Hospitality House" booking category. If not, be sure to add as request to be near Hospitality, if possible. And request near a bus stop. Thatway if you can not be close to hospitality, you can use the bus system to take you to the front of the resort for you meals, if you want to eat at Olivia's, the OKW table service restaurant. You can hop on any bus to take you to Hospitality House, it is the last stop before the busses depart for the theme parks. To return to your room, you can walk across the bridge to the Peninsular Road stop and again hop on any bus. Although in March the weather may be pleasant, so you may just want to walk to/from your room. The furthest studio room from hospitality is in building 50, it is about 2/3 of a mile to walk to the Hospitality area from Bldg 50.

We are booked with Disney so not on points. You are right we won't have a car but think we may hire one for a day or 2 to go shopping off site. Thanks for your info above. Do you need to reserve a table for Olivia's or do they take walk up requests for the DDP?

 

[Ronald Duck]

My signature says it all...we are within striking distance My son and daughter-in-law were at A of A last week and got a cloudy and rainy week (like many this summer), which was fine for them, since neither of them tolerate super-heat well. As for us, I'd prefer more early day sunshine...but as long as hurricane season doesn't get into full swing next week, we'll be happy with whatever we get weather-wise. I know it will still be crowded, but hopefully it will be easing off a bit next week.

 

[WILDERNESS FAN 55]

We are booked with Disney so not on points. You are right we won't have a car but think we may hire one for a day or 2 to go shopping off site. Thanks for your info above. Do you need to reserve a table for Olivia's or do they take walk up requests for the DDP?

I would make a reservation for Olivias .It is quite popular. I just stayed in building 26 in May which was both the HH area , close to a bus stop and nice and quiet without being far from pool etc. Wonderful resort so anywhere you end up I am sure you will love.

 

[cherjp]

We are booked with Disney so not on points. You are right we won't have a car but think we may hire one for a day or 2 to go shopping off site. Thanks for your info above. Do you need to reserve a table for Olivia's or do they take walk up requests for the DDP?

Hi Mhairi

Yes you can do Olivias as a walk up, we did this once or twice as we got rainied out of parks etc on our recent visit to WDW . We were there beginning of july . If I can help you any more bout the DDP let me know , or pop over to the UK section of the boards lots of tips and advice there too, very friendly . PM me if you need to .
We stayed at Old Turtle road both times we have been at OKW and it was a great location for us , bus stop across the road and a lovely walk to Hospitality house and all the buzz if you want to.
We had a car for the two weeks but you can hire a car for a few days through the disney car care centre . take both parts of your driving licences if you have the photocard one or if you still have the old one then that is ok .
Any more help just ask .

OKW is a fabulous place to stay too .

xx

 

[Chuck S]

Olivia's varies. I have seen them very busy, and unable to accommodate walk ups. But for the most part, I've never needed a reservation unless you have a large group or must eat right at a popular meal time.

 

[cherjp]

Is it just the two of you that are travelling Mhairi ?

We usually request higher floor rooms and this year we requested the same block as last time as it was great for the bus stop, fairly quiet . The only downside was lugging our suitcases up and down 3 flights of stairs in the heat !!!
How long are you staying for ? Have you booked any other dining reservations ?

 

[Mhairi77]

Is it just the two of you that are travelling Mhairi ?

We usually request higher floor rooms and this year we requested the same block as last time as it was great for the bus stop, fairly quiet . The only downside was lugging our suitcases up and down 3 flights of stairs in the heat !!!
How long are you staying for ? Have you booked any other dining reservations ?

We are staying for 2 weeks March 2014, can't wait!!!!! Not booked any restaurants yet as have to wait till 180 days before. Just planning at this point! Driving my Husband and daughter mad with all the planning. When we were at disney last we only ate at Rainforest at AK, Planet Hollywood and the rose and Crown at Epcot.

 

[cherjp]

What age is your daughter? I that u were going in sept , sorry bout that. X


Is that Easter hols? Half the fun of the holiday is the planning?

Cheryl

 

[Mhairi77]

What age is your daughter? I that u were going in sept , sorry bout that. X

Is that Easter hols? Half the fun of the holiday is the planning?

Cheryl

She will be 14 when we on holiday. Not going in the Easter hols but as a birthday treat for both my husband and myself.

 

[cherjp]

Thats fab, will give you an idea of the places we ate at, my two sons are 18 and 16 years, so we had the 1 bed villa which was great for us , although another toilet would be great !

if you go onto the disney site it gives you ideas of the menus etc but these can change so nearer the time in prep for your 180 day ressies would be a good idea.

Over the years we have eaten at :
Chef Mickeys, Tusker House, Le Cellier ( though not doing it again didnt enjoy it this time ) , Olivias, Planet Hollywood, Sci Fi diner, Teppan Edo ( our new favourite ) , House of Blues, Kona Cafe , The Plaza .
These are all table service,

Lots of different counter service and snacks all over the place .

Pop over to the Uk site too it has lots of great tips and hints from a british view too .

Great people who can help with other stuff like car hire deals etc . I am more of a lurker than poster but its all a good read as well .

Any more help just ask or you can pm me when you reach a certain number of posts.

Cheryl
xx

 

[Mhairi77]

Thats fab, will give you an idea of the places we ate at, my two sons are 18 and 16 years, so we had the 1 bed villa which was great for us , although another toilet would be great !

if you go onto the disney site it gives you ideas of the menus etc but these can change so nearer the time in prep for your 180 day ressies would be a good idea.

Over the years we have eaten at :
Chef Mickeys, Tusker House, Le Cellier ( though not doing it again didnt enjoy it this time ) , Olivias, Planet Hollywood, Sci Fi diner, Teppan Edo ( our new favourite ) , House of Blues, Kona Cafe , The Plaza .
These are all table service,

Lots of different counter service and snacks all over the place .

Pop over to the Uk site too it has lots of great tips and hints from a british view too .

Great people who can help with other stuff like car hire deals etc . I am more of a lurker than poster but its all a good read as well .

Any more help just ask or you can pm me when you reach a certain number of posts.

Cheryl
xx

Where will I find the uk site as had a look but can't for the life of me find it. Thanks for all the helpful info.

Mhairi