OKW lovers thread !!!

[dmoore22]

you guys are a riot!!!!

It's the magic of Old Key West being one's home resort. . . and anticipation of our next visit. . . "The Gurgling Suitcase". . . the beds. . . sunsets from the balcony . . . the beds . . .

 

[chepic]

It's the magic of Old Key West being one's home resort. . . and anticipation of our next visit. . . "The Gurgling Suitcase". . . the beds. . . sunsets from the balcony . . . the beds . . .

The giant jacuzzi!!!!!! as you can see by my sig. picture

 

[nappingbeauty]

I sooo agree about the romantic appeal of OKW... my husband and I went with 6 kids this summer and loved it.... we now have a trip for just the two of us planned coming up shortly... and are planning on enjoying the Flower Show, the resort and each other very laid back and gives you a chance to truly relax....

 

[dmoore22]

The giant jacuzzi!!!!!! as you can see by my sig. picture

I sooo agree about the romantic appeal of OKW... my husband and I went with 6 kids this summer and loved it.... we now have a trip for just the two of us planned coming up shortly... and are planning on enjoying the Flower Show, the resort and each other very laid back and gives you a chance to truly relax....

It's so great that we've managed to get this Thread back on track from the OKW Basher's attempt to hi-jack it. They just don't get it. We, too, started our OKW membership when all 6 of our kids were still at home. Now we are down to just our youngest, a junior in high school. Usually one of the other older kids will come along which is nice. Now we've been able to downsize our accommodations while supersizing our OKW experiences with more "adult" time to savor all that OKW, and WDW, has to offer. The ultimate "Fast Pass" to romance.

 

[BEASLYBOO]

Now we've been able to downsize our accommodations while supersizing our OKW experiences with more "adult" time to savor all that OKW, and WDW, has to offer. The ultimate "Fast Pass" to romance.

Now, that's something to look forward to!

 

[dvczerfs]

Oops! I forgot to mention another pro. The iron bedframes in the Master Suites in OKW also have foot-boards which helps provide traction should it be needed! And that's why we are OKW Lovers!

i happen to notice you are going to be there in december the same time we are. could you please insist on a first floor room!

 

[dmoore22]

i happen to notice you are going to be there in december the same time we are. could you please insist on a first floor room!

Where are those snappy comebacks when I need them!?!

Would you believe that loud noise you hear isn't from the guests next door. It's the sound of the fireworks from Illuminations: Reflections of Earth

 

[dvczerfs]

Where are those snappy comebacks when I need them!?!

Would you believe that loud noise you hear isn't from the guests next door. It's the sound of the fireworks from Illuminations: Reflections of Earth

 

[dmoore22]

Thers' no doubt that OKW Lovers are the best!

 

[BobNed]

 

[lsbryant]

Hey OKW lovers... can you help?
My family will be there 3/20-27 (our 2nd trip to WDW as well as 2nd time staying at OKW). We have tickets to the 6p Cirque show on Fri, 3/26 and wondered if it would be better to use the boat to DTD rather than the bus. It looks like the docks are closer to Cirque than the bus stops. Any insight would be appreciated. How much time should we allow for the boat ride? How late do the boats run (we have 7:45p at T-Rex after the show).

A few more questions: on our last trip (Jan 2007), we were in Bldg 31 or 32 (I think). I requested a location near Hospitality House as I remember the bus stops there twice. Is that still true? We're in a 2-bdr condo: is there a decent chance we'll get our requested location?

Have there been any major changes or updates since Jan07 we should be aware of?

We'll be celebrating my youngest daughter's BD (she'll turn 10 during our stay) - any advice on making her day extra-magical? We plan to go to Magic Kingdom that day; dinner at Aloha Cafe and Wishes fireworks to cap off the evening.

Thank you for your help
Laura

 

[dmoore22]

Hey OKW lovers... can you help?
My family will be there 3/20-27 (our 2nd trip to WDW as well as 2nd time staying at OKW). We have tickets to the 6p Cirque show on Fri, 3/26 and wondered if it would be better to use the boat to DTD rather than the bus. It looks like the docks are closer to Cirque than the bus stops. Any insight would be appreciated. How much time should we allow for the boat ride? How late do the boats run (we have 7:45p at T-Rex after the show).

A few more questions: on our last trip (Jan 2007), we were in Bldg 31 or 32 (I think). I requested a location near Hospitality House as I remember the bus stops there twice. Is that still true? We're in a 2-bdr condo: is there a decent chance we'll get our requested location?

Have there been any major changes or updates since Jan07 we should be aware of?

We'll be celebrating my youngest daughter's BD (she'll turn 10 during our stay) - any advice on making her day extra-magical? We plan to go to Magic Kingdom that day; dinner at Aloha Cafe and Wishes fireworks to cap off the evening.

Thank you for your help
Laura

We were just there last spring and this past Christmas. We did use the DCV boat last spring to get to DTD but, unfortunately, we did not pay attention. I would recommend calling OKW to get the the schedule for when you will be there. I do remember that it made several stops along the way when we were there, a pick-up/drop-off at SSR and two stops at DTD. Here is a link with more info: http://www.wdwinfo.com/Transportation/water.htm

I think you will have better luck getting building 31/32 or one close to that as opposed to the hospitality house. You would need to make your reservation at the 11 month window to lock in that location. I'm not aware of any individual buses stopping at the HH. It may seem like it since all buses end up at the HH.

Check your reservation at the DVC member website. There is a link called "Enter Celebration Information." Also stop in at City Hall and let them know there is a birthday girl. They will give the birthday girl a personalized pin to wear. When CMs in the parks see she is wearing the pin they will do something special for her. If your daughter is like mine she'll love to explore Tom Sawyer's Island. While there keep an eye out for the hidden paint brushes. If she finds one she should give it to the cast member then she'll receive fast passes for the entire group for either Splash Mountain or Thunder Mountain Railroad. Keep and eye out in the caves for coin purses containing Mickey's Gold. Obviously I'm just scratching the surface of a BD celebration at WDW.

 

[Nicoal13]

Question for all you OKW lovers

How many 3 bedroom Grand Villas are there? Are they hard to get at 7 months?

Trying to plan an extended family trip for Feb. 2011.

Thanks!

 

[dvczerfs]

Question for all you OKW lovers

How many 3 bedroom Grand Villas are there? Are they hard to get at 7 months?

Trying to plan an extended family trip for Feb. 2011.

Thanks!

i would say you probley wouldnt have a problem getting a 3 bedroom. the only time i would guess would be pres. week that it may get full but even than. good luck!

 

[mamaboogie]

Loving the bed frame discussion!

Hubby and I are very excited about staying in a one bedroom villa at OKW this year.

First time we've ever had our own room at Disney!

Good to know about the beds....

And of course - there is that lovely whirlpool bath...

 

[dianeschlicht]

Question for all you OKW lovers

How many 3 bedroom Grand Villas are there? Are they hard to get at 7 months?

Trying to plan an extended family trip for Feb. 2011.

Thanks!

There are 27 GVs at OKW. I agree that Feb. actually has a chance of a 7 month booking as long as it isn't over one of the holiday weekends.

 

[LaurenT]

Hi OKW lovers..new Kidani owner here! I just got back from a 6 day stay there and LOVED it, but really want to stay in all the resorts. OKW appeals to me visually, so it's my pick for our next stay. (don't think you could pay me to stay in BLT...so cold looking - I might visit someone there in time for the fireworks...)
Anyway....what are our chances for a 1 bedroom near (but not on top of...want a pretty view) HH for early November?
TIA

 

[5forDiz]

Hi OKW lovers..new Kidani owner here! I just got back from a 6 day stay there and LOVED it, but really want to stay in all the resorts. OKW appeals to me visually, so it's my pick for our next stay. (don't think you could pay me to stay in BLT...so cold looking - I might visit someone there in time for the fireworks...)
Anyway....what are our chances for a 1 bedroom near (but not on top of...want a pretty view) HH for early November?
TIA

I'd request HH area, it's a booking category and you'd be guaranteed one of the buildings in that cat and you may even get lucky and get one of the buildings there that are currently undergoing refurbishment (if I recall correctly 11 & 12 are underway now); see link to OKW map to get better idea. We like 45 and 46 which faces Trumbo Canal; these 2 buildings are NOT part of HH category but they are just a short distance to that area.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/resortmaps/okwmap.htm

HH cat views are fine; balconies at OKW are not on side of building that faces parking areas.

 

[dvczerfs]

Hi OKW lovers..new Kidani owner here! I just got back from a 6 day stay there and LOVED it, but really want to stay in all the resorts. OKW appeals to me visually, so it's my pick for our next stay. (don't think you could pay me to stay in BLT...so cold looking - I might visit someone there in time for the fireworks...)
Anyway....what are our chances for a 1 bedroom near (but not on top of...want a pretty view) HH for early November?
TIA

seven month window you wont have a problem getting a one bedroom for the begining of november. i wouldnt be able to venture a guess at an hh. i have gotten an hh for october the last two years at the seventh mark. id try calling to see what its looking like at this point.

 

[dmoore22]

Hi OKW lovers..new Kidani owner here! I just got back from a 6 day stay there and LOVED it, but really want to stay in all the resorts. OKW appeals to me visually, so it's my pick for our next stay. (don't think you could pay me to stay in BLT...so cold looking - I might visit someone there in time for the fireworks...)
Anyway....what are our chances for a 1 bedroom near (but not on top of...want a pretty view) HH for early November?
TIA

The HH buildings are 11, 12, 13, 14, 23, 24, 25, & 26. I would not be discouraged if I did not get a villa near the HH. We have stayed in each area accept Miller's Road and have never been disappointed in the accommodations or the view. We've always enjoyed a peaceful, laid-back, scenic stay at OKW. Unlike Kildani our wildlife is limited to ducks, turtles, lizards, heron, and, occasionally seagulls.