OKW lovers thread !!!

[joandegennaro]

You own at OKW so what would be the advantage of waiting until the 7th month mark? I would go for the home field advantage and book at 11 months.

Oopss I read that wrong. I thought you were asking if you can wait to book at the 7 month mark. Hmmmmm let's let an expert answer this. LOL

I re-read my post and I may not have been as clear in typing as I was in my thoughts. What I need to know is if this is a difficult time to book a studio at OKW. I know that it is F&W time but I'm not looking to be at an Epcot resort. Do OKW regulars think I would be ok to either wait until I reach 7 days from my checkout date 11 months out or because it is a Holiday weekend should I call everyday after I book my first 7 days at my 11 month window to book the other 5 days which will include the holiday Monday.

 

[Cinders Mum]

we are OKW converts. I still love the Polynesian resort, but there is something very special about OKW too.
and non driving too, and can say that with a couple of exceptions, the bus service was the absolute best we've experienced on property.
Many times we were the only family on the bus, and only twice did we even have to stand (which having stayed at other resorts, when a couple of times would be the number of times we got a seat !!!!)

If they could improve dining options (yep that old potato) then it'd be perfect.

 

[barrysprot36]

I re-read my post and I may not have been as clear in typing as I was in my thoughts. What I need to know is if this is a difficult time to book a studio at OKW. I know that it is F&W time but I'm not looking to be at an Epcot resort. Do OKW regulars think I would be ok to either wait until I reach 7 days from my checkout date 11 months out or because it is a Holiday weekend should I call everyday after I book my first 7 days at my 11 month window to book the other 5 days which will include the holiday Monday.

I would think you should be OK waiting till your check-out date at 11 months, OKW is a huge Resort.

we are OKW converts. I still love the Polynesian resort, but there is something very special about OKW too.
and non driving too, and can say that with a couple of exceptions, the bus service was the absolute best we've experienced on property.
Many times we were the only family on the bus, and only twice did we even have to stand (which having stayed at other resorts, when a couple of times would be the number of times we got a seat !!!!)

If they could improve dining options (yep that old potato) then it'd be perfect.

I'm glad you loved your stay there Val, it's our favourite Resort even in front of BLT if we were totally honest

Caron

 

[ekm]

A question for all you OKW experts. I am planning our 2 DVC stay prior to our first visit home. It will be in Oct '11 and will include the Holiday weekend which is Thanksgiving here in Canada and I believe Columbus Day in the US. How hard is it to book a studio for a 12 day stay starting the Sunday of the weekend before the holiday weekend? Is this something I will have to book at 11 months from my checking day and each day afterward in order to get the room I want or could I wait till 7 days from my check out day 11 months out?

TIA

You'll probably be fine. Canadian Thanksgiving shouldn't be as busy as that of the US. As someone else mentioned, OKW is a huge resort. Also, there are so many other resorts on property now, many of which are more popular than OKW, and this increases OKW availability.

 

[dmoore22]

You'll probably be fine. Canadian Thanksgiving shouldn't be as busy as that of the US. As someone else mentioned, OKW is a huge resort. Also, there are so many other resorts on property now, many of which are more popular than OKW, and this increases OKW availability.

Agreed, but, that being said, if OKW is your home resort it is so nice to book at the 11 month window and get exactly what you want. I've had my share of anxious moments because I decided to wait. I ended up on the waitlist and did get what we wanted but we did't enjoy the anxiety.

 

[joandegennaro]

I wasn't sure how busy the Columbus Day weekend is in WDW which also happens to be the Canadian Thanksgiving. I was so concerned that I wouldn't be able to get the "holiday weekend" without having to "walk" the reservation. Turns out I've been able to book the weekend now and just have to add the weekdays that follow.

On another note I recieved an email saying that OKW main pool was going to be closed for refirb in March. When I called MS they said it was to do with the new way of making requests and there is no scheduled pool refirb. But I guess that can always change.

Thanks to all who chimed in with advice.

 

[Skrutti]

I have now booked 28 nights next summer at Old Key West. But I´m gonna try to change the first 7 nights to Beach Club at the 7 month mark.

I think Old Key West will be a perfect resort to have a long stay!

 

[dianeschlicht]

I re-read my post and I may not have been as clear in typing as I was in my thoughts. What I need to know is if this is a difficult time to book a studio at OKW. I know that it is F&W time but I'm not looking to be at an Epcot resort. Do OKW regulars think I would be ok to either wait until I reach 7 days from my checkout date 11 months out or because it is a Holiday weekend should I call everyday after I book my first 7 days at my 11 month window to book the other 5 days which will include the holiday Monday.

If you are booking 11 months ahead, there is no reason to worry. Just call 11 months from your check out date, and you'll be fine at OKW. Rembember, we are the second largest DVC resort, s there will usually be available rooms for all catagories with the possible exception of HH most times.

 

[hmillerbarilla]

Does OKW have a pizza delivery service thru Disney?

I see it listed on the "in room dining" menus for other resorts and OKW doesn't have room service... so just wondering.

 

[edk35]

Does OKW have a pizza delivery service thru Disney?

I see it listed on the "in room dining" menus for other resorts and OKW doesn't have room service... so just wondering.

We got it once at OKW. However we prefer to just order off site. We were not that impressed with the Disney pizza.

 

[hmillerbarilla]

We got it once at OKW. However we prefer to just order off site. We were not that impressed with the Disney pizza.

Thanks for the reply. Here is what I'm trying to plan.

My DS will turn 5 the night we check in to OKW next August. I'm starting to figure out my ADRs and all that, and was thinking it might be more fun to just hang in the 2BD and order in.

We may/may not be traveling with 2-3 of my girlfriends and their families so I thought this would be a good idea since it would contain all the children and we wouldn't be watching them chase coconuts at 'Ohana or something. I could be looking at 14 adults and 8 kids at the very most.

So, I thought of the pizza delivery. We will have a car so I could also do some shopping outside the world, but sometimes it is nice to just have it all taken care of.

Does Olivia's do any type of party platters? We love their food. I'm sure there is a whole party organization that I'm completely unaware of. Any advice?

 

[supersuperwendy]

Only 77 days until OKW!! I'm so excited!

Question... Do the 1 bedroom villas have baby high chairs?

 

[dmoore22]

Only 77 days until OKW!! I'm so excited!

Question... Do the 1 bedroom villas have baby high chairs?

Yes. The one we stayed in did in addition to a porta-crib.

 

[dmoore22]

We got it once at OKW. However we prefer to just order off site. We were not that impressed with the Disney pizza.

This one of those subjective evaluations. We we've ordered through Disney and, even though I thought the pizzas were OK our kids thought they we're fantastic. It's now become a must-do for them. But, then again, they have much different tastes than me. They are prepared and delivered from Port Orleans.

 

[Simba's Mom]

This one of those subjective evaluations. We we've ordered through Disney and, even though I thought the pizzas were OK our kids thought they we're fantastic. It's now become a must-do for them. But, then again, they have much different tastes than me. They are prepared and delivered from Port Orleans.

LOL! Someone told me that, too. She wasn't crazy about the pizza at OKW, but the kids loved it. I've seen Papa John's delivering to the villas at OKW. DS delivered pizza for Papa John's at the time, and when the Papa John's car pulled up in front of our villa, I thought it was DS surprising us. Sadly, no.

 

[dsneygirl]

Hey OKW experts. We just got a 2 bedroom for Sat Dec 4th , we wanted to add 1 night and there was nothing at AKL. MS said it was near the Hospitality House, is that a guaranteed booking?

 

[Estella]

My daughter and I will be staying at OKW 12/8-14 - we are excited for our 3rd trip to WDW. Our first visit to WDW we stayed with friends at OKW who had just bought DVC. This time we are on our own and will be celebrating her 9th bday!

 

[dmoore22]

Hey OKW experts. We just got a 2 bedroom for Sat Dec 4th , we wanted to add 1 night and there was nothing at AKL. MS said it was near the Hospitality House, is that a guaranteed booking?

I f your reservation says "Accommodation: DLX 2 BR Villa near HospHouse" then the answer is "yes." It will be on your hard copy and your Vacation Details at DVCmember.com

 

[dsneygirl]

I f your reservation says "Accommodation: DLX 2 BR Villa near HospHouse" then the answer is "yes." It will be on your hard copy and your Vacation Details at DVCmember.com

Thank you. The reservation is from my sister's account (she is a member too) but she said the person at MS was quite clear that it was near HH and someone else had just cancelled it.

I will ask her to check online.

 

[quandrea]

Just found this thread and I love it. OKW is our favourite as well. The renos have made the place just beautiful. I think the best of all. No where else can you get that kind of space. I also love the full size washer dryer. With three babes, I need it. We are headed there in Jan for ten nights. My SIL is using our points for July. i'm trying to convince her that OKW is the place to stay.