Our little thread of BIG changes, the neverending saga of the Resort Changers

[Koh1977]

Poly pool set to close in July and pool hopping to the GF allowed? Hmmm...POR is looking better and better...

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[Ozzygirl]

Ok I switched to the YC GV from BWI Stnd for 10/18-10/26 today

I had been struggling with where we should stay . We don't have kids and wanted a quieter more "adult" resort and really wanted a balcony. We liked the food option at BC/YC and can still enjoy the BW area as well. Now hoping for RO discount to bump to club level..can't wait

 

[gwynne]

Ok I switched to the YC GV from BWI Stnd for 10/18-10/26 today

I had been struggling with where we should stay . We don't have kids and wanted a quieter more "adult" resort and really wanted a balcony. We liked the food option at BC/YC and can still enjoy the BW area as well. Now hoping for RO discount to bump to club level..can't wait

Hi Ozzygirl, Welcome!
That sounds like a great change! You'll be there during Epcot Food and Wine festival, too. Happy planning!

 

[gwynne]

I agree .... hands down our favorite is Saana!

Yummy food, great view, it is a win-win!

Hi G!!
Fantastic plans!! Congrats on the AP plans. It does planning future trips much easier... perhaps a F&G one too?

DH and I talked about it yesterday, looks like we are good to plan F&W visits in 2014 and 2015. Yay!

Linda: We have never tried Saana but now I am curious!

Ginny: HOORAY for your AP plans! So exciting!

Jen-I think your family would love lunch at Saana. It's very fun!!
I am excited about the AP's, too!

Thanks for the encouraging words on being able to find something lower than L/PV at BC/YC. I would just love to stay in the Epcot area since the new focus of the trip is F&W.

Well I'm off to baby my sick DH, which we all know is worse than having all your kids sick at once. I feel bad for getting him sick. I think this is the first time since he had his lap band that he has actually thrown up, which I didn't think he was able to do.

Keep your eye out, the availability changes all the time. Fingers crossed for ya!
Hope your DH is feeling better.

pas130 and Gwynne: Happy to hear both your new WDW plans. Two of my fave resorts.

Well, I am flying off to NJ Saturday to say goodbye to Uncle. He called dad and said it's time to come. He put up a good fight but now is time for him to be with Aunt in heaven. Be home Tuesday. Sad sad sad. ..... PS: My ticker is off now. We leave Thursday for WDW.

Thanks, Magic.
I am sorry to hear about your Uncle.

Planning is half the fun!!!!

That's the truth!

Tossing around the idea of 4th of July at Disney instead of the following week...? We'd have to fly in the morning of the 4th though, which is a Friday. We'd be leaving the following Wednesday...any chance of even seeing the fireworks somewhere that night? Worth it? What about the crowds?

Anybody who's gone during the 4th holiday have any insight?

In other news, I've detangled, washed, cut, and combed out 3 princess dolls' hair so far...3 more to go! Plus Boo from monsters inc. lol.

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I don't know about the 4th. I do remember washing doll hair, that's a project.

Hope that injection works!!!!

Official Announcement!!!

We have switched to CR CL TPV!!!!!!!!! Back to the original plans for this trip!! Wooooohoooooo!!!!!

MM-Great change!! Know you all will enjoy CR!

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Congrats to our Canada friends on winning the Hockey Gold!!

Hope everyone has a great day!

 

[JessicaRabbitInTN]

Hi Everyone. My name is Jessica and I too am addicted to resort changing.

I saw this thread and immediately felt like I was not alone in the never ending drama of my resort changes!



I am 99.9 % positive that my reservations are final. I first booked in November at the Beach Club- CL Deluxe room. Once I realized that I may not be on CL floor, I switched to YC-CL as at least we would have better chance of full balcony. .Switched to the Contemporary-Atrium CL after hearing so-so reviews of YC-CL. Switched again to the GF- Sugar Loaf over concerns about lack of "theming" at the Contemporary. Switched back to YC (non club level) after hearing rumors that Poly would share GF pool during trip. It kept nagging me that we were not guaranteed 2 Queens and a daybed at YC so in the end....~drumroll~~...

Finally, somehow we ended back at the Contemporary but this time non CL.. Just tower- BLV. We also added 2 additional nights.

If the "price is right" and rooms are available, I will more than likely upgrade to CL at check in.


Wow. Once that is wrote down, that is a lot of changes! LOL!

 

[Mousemommy1]

Hi Everyone. My name is Jessica and I too am addicted to resort changing.

I saw this thread and immediately felt like I was not alone in the never ending drama of my resort changes!



I am 99.9 % positive that my reservations are final. I first booked in November at the Beach Club- CL Deluxe room. Once I realized that I may not be on CL floor, I switched to YC-CL as at least we would have better chance of full balcony. .Switched to the Contemporary-Atrium CL after hearing so-so reviews of YC-CL. Switched again to the GF- Sugar Loaf over concerns about lack of "theming" at the Contemporary. Switched back to YC (non club level) after hearing rumors that Poly would share GF pool during trip. It kept nagging me that we were not guaranteed 2 Queens and a daybed at YC so in the end....~drumroll~~...

Finally, somehow we ended back at the Contemporary but this time non CL.. Just tower- BLV.

If the "price is right" and rooms are available, I will more than likely upgrade to CL at check in.


Wow. Once that is wrote down, that is a lot of changes! LOL!

Welcome Jessica!!!! Looks like you fit in perfectly!!!

 

[Janet B]

Still playing with ADRs...

Thoughts on the Fantasmic dining pkg - worth it? I don't think I want to give up a FP for Fantasmic, so I had planned on doing the Fantasmic pkg. Right now we have a dinner ADR at Mama Melrose's. How is it? Never been...good things to order?

Krystal, we did the package once at Mama Melrose. I know the restuarant gets so so reviews but our lunch was nice. Slow service but the food was good.

As July is one of the busiest summer months (and it will be HOT!) perhaps consider the package. It will be nice not to wait in a long, hot, muggy line (and people line up very early, an hour or so in advance) Although it is expensive when not on the DP.

Also, we have an 8:15am ADR at Crystal Palace and the Wishes dessert party that night. Late lunch? Early dinner? QS or TS? Stay at the park or go to one of the resorts?

Decisions decisions...

Late lunch sounds appealing. Perhaps a mid day snack and later lunch. Either on the monorail or back at POR if staying there.

Thanks for the encouraging words on being able to find something lower than L/PV at BC/YC. I would just love to stay in the Epcot area since the new focus of the trip is F&W.

Well I'm off to baby my sick DH, which we all know is worse than having all your kids sick at once. I feel bad for getting him sick. I think this is the first time since he had his lap band that he has actually thrown up, which I didn't think he was able to do.

Wookie, hoping DH is feeling better.

pas130 and Gwynne: Happy to hear both your new WDW plans. Two of my fave resorts.

Well, I am flying off to NJ Saturday to say goodbye to Uncle. He called dad and said it's time to come. He put up a good fight but now is time for him to be with Aunt in heaven. Be home Tuesday. Sad sad sad. ..... PS: My ticker is off now. We leave Thursday for WDW.

Magic, so sorry, you are all in my prayers.

Official Announcement!!!

We have switched to CR CL TPV!!!!!!!!! Back to the original plans for this trip!! Wooooohoooooo!!!!!

Congrats Candace! off to update the RC list.

Ok I switched to the YC GV from BWI Stnd for 10/18-10/26 today

I had been struggling with where we should stay . We don't have kids and wanted a quieter more "adult" resort and really wanted a balcony. We liked the food option at BC/YC and can still enjoy the BW area as well. Now hoping for RO discount to bump to club level..can't wait

Sounds like a great plan and still being in the Epcot area even better for F&W. Welcome!

DH and I talked about it yesterday, looks like we are good to plan F&W visits in 2014 and 2015. Yay!

 

[Sue M]

Catch up time again!! The snow has arrived on the west coast ugh. Husband is out with snow blower, best gift I ever got him lol!!

Koh yes, I've been following Tikimans updates, looks like Poly pool will close late July, and pool hopping to GF is allowed. Hope they have a shuttle. I don't mind since quiet pool is open for quick dips, and I love GF beach pool . So think I'm ok with it. Still sticking to Poly! But still watching updates!
POR is great. Always a good option! Love Acadian House or Mag. terrace,both central locations.

Wookie sorry to hear you were sick, now husband, ugh. You're right, nothing is worse then a sick husband lol!!

Magic so sorry to hear about your uncle.

 

[Sue M]

Ok I switched to the YC GV from BWI Stnd for 10/18-10/26 today

I had been struggling with where we should stay . We don't have kids and wanted a quieter more "adult" resort and really wanted a balcony. We liked the food option at BC/YC and can still enjoy the BW area as well. Now hoping for RO discount to bump to club level..can't wait

We stayed at YC last August. Love it. Great pool complex, love floating along the lazy river!
Great dining options there too, along with CS options, Hurricane Hana's and pool bar have some great CS food, like the breakfast in BC CS counter in back of gift shop, esp the potatoes!! Ale & Compass have great burgers.

 

[Janet B]

We made the switch from POR Royal Room for 12 nights, to Wilderness Lodge Club level... We wanted to do the Poly and had saved up enough to do a regular room, but due to construction and all the closures, we decided the $50 difference in price from poly to club at WL was worth it.

We are going Nov. 9-20.

So here's counting 262 days to go.

Awesome! WL is fabulous!

Quick poll: What are your three MUST DO restaurants at Disney? Also, what is your favorite non-park restaurant?

We are trying to branch out and try new things so I love to see what people say!

<3 it!

Thanks for all the awesome restaurant recs! Based solely on majority DH and I are going to shoot for Sanaa at some point - I'm actually thinking Dec trip when we have lots of daytime to fill (figure early and late hours will rule that trip so great time to hit some resort restaurants midday). 50's is on my list for the silly factor and I have been told I HAVE to get a shake there. I'm thinking Ohana would be a good group ADR -- "Ohana means family!!!"

*HUGS* to all and have a great weekend!

dimndgal1, Chiming in on your earlier question on ADRs.

Our must do's: Ohana, both at dinner and breakfast. We love Lilo and Stitch and the character interaction is really good (and relaxed). Food is great too. And dinner has always been a must do every trip (love the shrimp, pot stickers, salad, dessert, everything ) A big family ADR will be perfect!

I was really impressed with Raglan Road and Sanaa. And we have always had a lot of fun at Chef Mickeys (dinner - we've never had breakfast there).

On your earlier note on Garden Grill....perhaps consider putting this into your ADRs for September. The character interaction is fantastic but it is tight seating with a large group. BTW we went to chip and Dale character meet and it was great (they spent several minutes with us). An alternative if you do not eat at GG.

Oh, we have had such fun times at PT 50s! We love all the craziness!!

 

[Sue M]

Good Morning All!!!






College would be nice!!! I've thought about high school, but I'm very comfortable where I am....been at the same school for 10 years, so it's kind of like family. Plus DS12 is there with me and the two youngest are next door at the elementary school....guess I'm staying put for a while

years ago at dinner I casually dropped the comment that I was thinking about transferring to my daughters high school, after a few moments of open mouths and silence, Ashley blurts, " you're ruining my life"



Good advice!!! I like that area, too. Unfortunately for us, we would have to get a room with the Murphy bed which means less storage. Of course that would deter me from going

Is that possible!




Bless your heart Just think....it will all be over soon. And you can do this, girlie!!!

I hear when a southern lady says Bless your heart, look out!!

 

[Janet B]

Hi Everyone. My name is Jessica and I too am addicted to resort changing.

I saw this thread and immediately felt like I was not alone in the never ending drama of my resort changes!



I am 99.9 % positive that my reservations are final. I first booked in November at the Beach Club- CL Deluxe room. Once I realized that I may not be on CL floor, I switched to YC-CL as at least we would have better chance of full balcony. .Switched to the Contemporary-Atrium CL after hearing so-so reviews of YC-CL. Switched again to the GF- Sugar Loaf over concerns about lack of "theming" at the Contemporary. Switched back to YC (non club level) after hearing rumors that Poly would share GF pool during trip. It kept nagging me that we were not guaranteed 2 Queens and a daybed at YC so in the end....~drumroll~~...

Finally, somehow we ended back at the Contemporary but this time non CL.. Just tower- BLV. We also added 2 additional nights.

If the "price is right" and rooms are available, I will more than likely upgrade to CL at check in.


Wow. Once that is wrote down, that is a lot of changes! LOL!

Hi Jessica and welcome! You definitely fit in here. BTW love your screen name, great movie!

 

[Sue M]

Just popping in to say hello before I watch the Olympics. I was able to customize our Magic Bands last night. My friend is getting pink and I'm going with green again.

We are sticking with the AKL CL so far. I had moment of temptation of thinking of changing to WL CL. We ended up deciding to not make the change. My friend had stayed at the WL CL and ended up with a view of the service area vs the view of giraffes and zebras at the AKL.

I love AKL CL!!!

 

[Janet B]

We stayed at YC last August. Love it. Great pool complex, love floating along the lazy river!
Great dining options there too, along with CS options, Hurricane Hana's and pool bar have some great CS food, like the breakfast in BC CS counter in back of gift shop, esp the potatoes!! Ale & Compass have great burgers.

Hi Sue Good to hear all the positive of YC.

Following in the path of Jeanette, we have switched to YC for august with the travel agent not to be named. A great deal!!

 

[Sue M]

Happy Be-lated Valentine Greetings To All!


I am so far behind not sure I will ever catch up

Been dreaming about another trip but not knowing what the future holds do to Bella's condition which is the same. I can not wait for nice weather so that we can get a bit more aggressive with her and hopefully able to venture outside with her.

We are considering getting her a Doggie wheelchair if the traction socks, sling and rear leg lift do not work.

Waiting on another storm later today another 2-4 inches and then there is one coming Mon into Tues and guess who has a Dr Appt for Tues. I tried to call to cancel yesterday but the office was closed due to the snow

Hope everyone is well

I'm trying to catch up too but was looking for Bella update. So sorry she hasn't improved much I can't believe the kennel can't be responsible, that's crazy! We just stayed at POR, and the Best Friends kennel is across the road. Every time we passed it I couldn't help but think of you & Bella.

 

[Sue M]

I read about it doing it here on the DIS somewhere. I can't remember which board. So I just googled Expedia UK and went from there. I had to call my CC company to authorize a foreign transaction, then I spoke to someone from the site and confirmed that you don't have to be a resident of the UK to use their deals. It was painless and I already have my conf# for MDE. Magic Bands are on the way!

The only thing is.... DH doesn't know yet. He'll be fine with it though. I think.

Wow!! That's really great!! Congrats! And thanks for sharing the info!

 

[Sue M]

Well AKL CL didn't last long once I found out the dates for F&W. We have both new dates and resort. The new info is 9/20-24/14 at YC GV.

Wookie: easywdw has prelim calendar for Sept up!

Yup! I just used it to set up plans & ADRs for late Aug/early Sept trip! How's your hip?

 

[Sue M]

Thanks!! I was starting to feel better and then I saw the women's hockey game. oh well, we still have the men's hockey team.

Sorry about your hockey teams

 

[Sue M]

I won't be much help - I tried to convince everyone to do DL for Christmas... World of Color is far and away my favorite show ever! I also wish WDW had a restaurant like Blue Bayou ((and a Club 33))

pas oooooh, beach!!! Always love beach time! And I love the idea of 'sneaking' a night at WL.

I haven't been to DL in years, but still remember Blue Bayou!! So cool, I wish wdw had it too. Don't understand why they didn't do it . Not for lack of space, that's for sure!

 

[pas130]

You are the ultimate weekend warrior!!!!

I've been blessed this far...less than 5 hours to go on my 48h in 3 day stretch and all my homework is up to date

on your fridays.. but I too am excited for Melissa and company!!

I am SO excited!! Tomorrow is ADR day and I can't wait...did I mention I can't wait!!

Good evenin ladies....hope you all are headed for a relaxing weekend. Jeanette please say you had a nap!! You work too hard.

You are close to your trip my friend...nap, yeah short but sweet. All good!

Well, I am flying off to NJ Saturday to say goodbye to Uncle. He called dad and said it's time to come. He put up a good fight but now is time for him to be with Aunt in heaven. Be home Tuesday. Sad sad ..... PS: My ticker is off now. We leave Thursday for WDW.

I am so sorry to hear of your uncle's passing. He sure fought the fight

Tossing around the idea of 4th of July at Disney instead of the following week...? We'd have to fly in the morning of the 4th though, which is a Friday. We'd be leaving the following Wednesday...any chance of even seeing the fireworks somewhere that night? Worth it? What about the crowds?

Anybody who's gone during the 4th holiday have any insight?

Never have been, but sounds crowded. Not that all of July isn't though

Appreciate the amazing support for my injection - beyond optimistic this will mean more mobility and less drama/pain.

I hope it does!!

We have switched to CR CL TPV!!!!!!!!! Back to the original plans for this trip!! Wooooohoooooo!!!!!

You know I approve!!!

Poly pool set to close in July and pool hopping to the GF allowed? Hmmm...POR is looking better and better...

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Ah, I thought it was August

Ok I switched to the YC GV from BWI Stnd for 10/18-10/26 today

Hope you can swing CL, although for F&W you may not use it. DH & I did YC CL F&W and it was perfect. Both BWI & YC are great choices. Glad you've joined the RC clan!!

Hi Everyone. My name is Jessica and I too am addicted to resort changing.

I saw this thread and immediately felt like I was not alone in the never ending drama of my resort changes!



I am 99.9 % positive that my reservations are final. I first booked in November at the Beach Club- CL Deluxe room. Once I realized that I may not be on CL floor, I switched to YC-CL as at least we would have better chance of full balcony. .Switched to the Contemporary-Atrium CL after hearing so-so reviews of YC-CL. Switched again to the GF- Sugar Loaf over concerns about lack of "theming" at the Contemporary. Switched back to YC (non club level) after hearing rumors that Poly would share GF pool during trip. It kept nagging me that we were not guaranteed 2 Queens and a daybed at YC so in the end....~drumroll~~...

Finally, somehow we ended back at the Contemporary but this time non CL.. Just tower- BLV. We also added 2 additional nights.

If the "price is right" and rooms are available, I will more than likely upgrade to CL at check in.


Wow. Once that is wrote down, that is a lot of changes! LOL!

You've found your people!!! You're right about no guarantee of daybed at YC and CR rooms are bigger!

We stayed at YC last August. Love it. Great pool complex, love floating along the lazy river!
Great dining options there too, along with CS options, Hurricane Hana's and pool bar have some great CS food, like the breakfast in BC CS counter in back of gift shop, esp the potatoes!! Ale & Compass have great burgers.

Hi Sue

Hi Sue Good to hear all the positive of YC.

Following in the path of Jeanette, we have switched to YC for august with the travel agent not to be named. A great deal!!

SO EXCITED!!!

Every time we passed it I couldn't help but think of you & Bella.

Same here, we have a Best Friends Kennel up the road from us

iheart Did I congratulate you on your discount. Strong work, makes me proud

HUGE to all...wookie, Mama, Miss E, sis, Sheila, looking at you!!

gwynne I LOVE hearing about your F&W trips!!!