OLD THREAD: 2012 Beach and Yacht FAQ, Part 2- May, June and July DON'T POST HERE!

[Boski]

It seems way faster! No emoticons though but a nice interface.

Hmmm, might have to give it a go, thanks

 

[Scott MC]

Trying the app on my iPhone now. Might take a bit to be use to, but lightning fast compared to Safari.

 

[2dogmom]

We just came back late last night and loved BC - CL. They were so helpful with getting a spare room for my then fiance to use to get ready for our wedding. We had great towel animals every night too. Now that I'm home I keep wondering who is going to prepare some appetizers for me tonight.

 

[Couchy]

Live report check in from the balcony of room 2573 :

Today was similar to yesterday( we are primarily Epcot and DHS people) Started the day off early by working out in the fitness center then it was off to
EMH at DHS - rode TSM 2x and TOT . Did some shopping. DH got a r2d2 lunch bag. I am still scoping out my options. I did get a Mickey ice cream bar for breakfast.
SAB for a good portion of the day where I floated around the lazy river for a good portion of the day and rode the Jib slide for the first time

Walked around the world showcase and rode Living with the land.

Yachtsman for dinner. Omg it was fantastic had the filet. Yum. Onion rolls were soooo good. Oscar our waiter was fantastic and we made sure to tell the manager on the way out. He made our night so very special
Off to bed now though. A bit tired from all the sun.

 

[zenmeister]

It seems way faster! No emoticons though but a nice interface.

I miss the tickers, though (unless there's a setting to show footers that I haven't found yet)! Of course, not loading the footers might be helping decrease the load time...

 

[natebenma]

Catho, we arrive on July 23, just missing each other.

Would you like to be added to the Be Our Guest list? What is your checkout date?

So excited. We are renting points for the first time and the Beach Club is our destination. We will be staying April 15-13 in a deluxe Studio. We did Boardwalk last time but Storm Along Bay look just too nice to pass by.

May we add you to the Be Our Guest list on Page 1? Could you clarify your dates?

Sure Add us for 8/4-8/11 BC CL

I just got the DIS app for iPhone! This is awesome!!!! This is really going to make my live trip reports so much easier to update.

Can't wait for your live reports!

Live report check in from the balcony of room 2573 :

Thanks for your live updates! Sounds like you are having a fantastic time!

 

[mana'olana]

Definitely, we will be at the BC 7/23-7/27. It is coming fast, which also means summer will be ending soon

I like the interface on my iPad although I had no problems with the browser either. I will download on my android soon, when I decide I want to find my phone. Taking a break from it and texting. It is glorious!

 

[chocolateMinnie]

I have always brought bug spray wipes with me, but we have never used them! We always go in September and the only bugs that I have ever noticed are the love bugs, and they're just a nuisance.

I always figure that if I bring them and don't need them, then they're my insurance policy!

Like you we had never had a major bug problem (always go October except one time in February) but last year in late October there was a dreadful bug issue in Orlando. It made the news each night, we were all bitten and my DD had a dreadful problem with an allergic reaction to mosquito/yellow fly bites (bad enough for the incredible staff at AKL to call 911).

Needless to say this year I will be packing every anti-mozzie device known to man

 

[LovintheLodge]

Sure Add us for 8/4-8/11 BC CL

I just got the DIS app for iPhone! This is awesome!!!! This is really going to make my live trip reports so much easier to update.

Last night I read on another thread that it was available for the iPad and iPhone and installed both! Seems really good. I am using the iPad app now!

 

[DisneyDad in PA]

We are off to WDW next Saturday! Still have some shopping to do with my girls. Finding shorts for teen girls is difficult if you want them to actually cover their bottom. I think I am going to have to do laundry unless we can find several more pairs for each of them. Is bug spray something we need to bring if we plan on being at the parks late? If you can think of any other unusual things that we should pack can you please share them with me.

We always take Body Glide with use to prevent chafing and blisters.

 

[LovintheLodge]

I miss the tickers, though (unless there's a setting to show footers that I haven't found yet)! Of course, not loading the footers might be helping decrease the load time...

You can go to the settings and chose to add the signatures. I haven't changed mine yet but saw the option while checking out the app.

Kerry

 

[natebenma]

We are off to WDW next Saturday! Still have some shopping to do with my girls. Finding shorts for teen girls is difficult if you want them to actually cover their bottom. I think I am going to have to do laundry unless we can find several more pairs for each of them. Is bug spray something we need to bring if we plan on being at the parks late? If you can think of any other unusual things that we should pack can you please share them with me.

We always take Body Glide with use to prevent chafing and blisters.

Body Glide is a great suggestion! We always have a stick that we pack.

The other thing we don't leave home without is moleskin- If you feel a blister starting to form, this stuff really helps! We find it near the Dr. Scholls or other foot care products in stores.

 

[nannette]

Ok all this talk about the Dis app.... installing on both IPad and IPhone now! Thanks for the reviews!!

Also Robyn NEVER DisneyMomx8

~Nannette

 

[tinacaplan]

When we stayed at the BC last summer, we had a room that was very close to the elevator bank nearest the marketplace. We this! I actually feel like I got my money's worth out of my refillable mug!

I put the request on my reservation. When I check in, if I haven't gotten my request, is it OK to ask for a different room? I realize that might mean it won't be ready and they'd need to have one in the resort category I booked. I'm not doing on-line check in for this reason.

Any thoughts? Have people done that before, either at the BC or anywhere else? I don't want to be obnoxious.

 

[nannette]

Ok love the app! using it on IPad I'll try it on the IPhone later.

~Nannette

 

[zenmeister]

You can go to the settings and chose to add the signatures. I haven't changed mine yet but saw the option while checking out the app.

Kerry

Done! Thanks!

 

[wishinon3stars]

Body Glide is a great suggestion! We always have a stick that we pack.

The other thing we don't leave home without is moleskin- If you feel a blister starting to form, this stuff really helps! We find it near the Dr. Scholls or other foot care products in stores.

What is Body Glide and where do you buy it?

Going to download the app now . . . woohoo . . . more distime . . . not sure if my boss will like it tho

Also, I can't believe how quickly my ticker is moving! It will be here before we know it!

 

[2dogmom]

Body Glide is a great suggestion! We always have a stick that we pack.

The other thing we don't leave home without is moleskin- If you feel a blister starting to form, this stuff really helps! We find it near the Dr. Scholls or other foot care products in stores.

I carry a sample size of stick deodorant and it works great when you feel a blister coming on or chafing.

 

[natebenma]

When we stayed at the BC last summer, we had a room that was very close to the elevator bank nearest the marketplace. We this! I actually feel like I got my money's worth out of my refillable mug!

I put the request on my reservation. When I check in, if I haven't gotten my request, is it OK to ask for a different room? I realize that might mean it won't be ready and they'd need to have one in the resort category I booked. I'm not doing on-line check in for this reason.

Any thoughts? Have people done that before, either at the BC or anywhere else? I don't want to be obnoxious.

Yes, it is definitely ok to ask about the location of your room, and if you are not satisfied with it, ask if there is another room available that better suits your needs. Worst that can happen is they say no.

What is Body Glide and where do you buy it?

Body Glide looks a lot like a stick of deodorant. It is a gel that you put on your thighs or feet to prevent or soothe chafing.

I purchased mine at Olympia Sports, any place like that should have it. Not sure if Walmart carries it or not.

IIRC, it was around $7-9 for a stick.

 

[kelleigh1]

Live report check in from the balcony of room 2573 :

Today was similar to yesterday( we are primarily Epcot and DHS people) Started the day off early by working out in the fitness center then it was off to
EMH at DHS - rode TSM 2x and TOT . Did some shopping. DH got a r2d2 lunch bag. I am still scoping out my options. I did get a Mickey ice cream bar for breakfast.
SAB for a good portion of the day where I floated around the lazy river for a good portion of the day and rode the Jib slide for the first time

Walked around the world showcase and rode Living with the land.

Yachtsman for dinner. Omg it was fantastic had the filet. Yum. Onion rolls were soooo good. Oscar our waiter was fantastic and we made sure to tell the manager on the way out. He made our night so very special
Off to bed now though. A bit tired from all the sun.

Thanks for the live update. I can't remember ... are you at BC or YC?

Like you we had never had a major bug problem (always go October except one time in February) but last year in late October there was a dreadful bug issue in Orlando. It made the news each night, we were all bitten and my DD had a dreadful problem with an allergic reaction to mosquito/yellow fly bites (bad enough for the incredible staff at AKL to call 911).

Needless to say this year I will be packing every anti-mozzie device known to man

I will have to add bug repellent to our packing list since we are going late Oct.

Last night I read on another thread that it was available for the iPad and iPhone and installed both! Seems really good. I am using the iPad app now!

I wish there was an app for the kindle. I can access through the web but it would be easier with an app.