Pack a toaster?

[maxiesmom]

[QUOTE="Marionnette, post: 53419479, member: 253240"

Just because you don't understand the reasoning behind a rule, that doesn't mean that you can disregard it.

Never stayed in a single hotel (and I've traveled a lot) that's had a rule posted or had a paper for me to sign stating no toasters (or crock-pots - not that I do that. Or any other thing y'all are saying is against the ' rules')
Where exactly are said rules you are referring to?[/QUOTE]

Disney also doesn't have you sign a paper full of rules and regulations before you enter the parks. But it is understood that you can't bring your bike and ride it. Or your scooter. Don't be ridiculous trying to prove your point.

 

[KTSMOM]

oops wrong thread

 

[Carina]

Never stayed in a single hotel (and I've traveled a lot) that's had a rule posted or had a paper for me to sign stating no toasters (or crock-pots - not that I do that. Or any other thing y'all are saying is against the ' rules')
Where exactly are said rules you are referring to?

Disney also doesn't have you sign a paper full of rules and regulations before you enter the parks. But it is understood that you can't bring your bike and ride it. Or your scooter. Don't be ridiculous trying to prove your point.[/QUOTE]

I'm not trying to be ridiculous I'm truly asking HOW does one know it's against the rules and Disney does post rules regarding the park so your example isn't vaild. I said "posted or had a paper for me to sign" I sign in a hotel that I won't smoke or bring in pets at a hotel, not at a Disney park - hence my example

Someone else said at some point common sence has to come into play, but I don't think using a toaster is against common sence. I am unplugging it when not in use, and not walking away from it while its in use. If I hotel provides irons and coffee pots ( both of which get very hot and could cause a hazard if used improperly) how am I to gleam that a toaster is against the rules.

WHERE ARE THE RULES.
I am not trying to cause problems or be an instigator, but WHERE are the rules.

So far all I've read are people "claiming" it's against the rules OR saying they don't want someone cooking toast in their rooms because they don't want to smell it. But that's about as logical as me saying I don't want someone passing gas in the elevator because I don' want to smell it.

Where are these "rules"
And I mean Common sence rules not " don't fill the bathtub with sand" like a PP said.
Making toast in my room isn't ridiculous, I don't think I was the one being "ridiculous" ( see aforementioned sand in the tub comment)

 

[maxiesmom]

I'm not sure Disney has a giant master list of does and don'ts in print anywhere. But we all can pass along info that we have learned in the past. And toasters are not allowed by Disney at their resorts. If you need confirmation, sending them an e-mail is probably the best thing to do. But if you are going to re-confirm any info passed along on the Dis, then being here won't really be very helpful.

As far as being logical goes, is it really logical to cook in a sleeping space? Because that is what rooms without kitchenettes are. Sleeping spaces. And a sink to clean up, but then people don't typically toast in their bathrooms either.

 

[undertheradar]

Disney also doesn't have you sign a paper full of rules and regulations before you enter the parks. But it is understood that you can't bring your bike and ride it. Or your scooter. Don't be ridiculous trying to prove your point.

I'm not trying to be ridiculous I'm truly asking HOW does one know it's against the rules and Disney does post rules regarding the park so your example isn't vaild. I said "posted or had a paper for me to sign" I sign in a hotel that I won't smoke or bring in pets at a hotel, not at a Disney park - hence my example

Someone else said at some point common sence has to come into play, but I don't think using a toaster is against common sence. I am unplugging it when not in use, and not walking away from it while its in use. If I hotel provides irons and coffee pots ( both of which get very hot and could cause a hazard if used improperly) how am I to gleam that a toaster is against the rules.

WHERE ARE THE RULES.
I am not trying to cause problems or be an instigator, but WHERE are the rules.

So far all I've read are people "claiming" it's against the rules OR saying they don't want someone cooking toast in their rooms because they don't want to smell it. But that's about as logical as me saying I don't want someone passing gas in the elevator because I don' want to smell it.

Where are these "rules"
And I mean Common sence rules not " don't fill the bathtub with sand" like a PP said.
Making toast in my room isn't ridiculous, I don't think I was the one being "ridiculous" ( see aforementioned sand in the tub comment)[/QUOTE]

There is a standard practice in the hotel industry that there is no cooking in rooms unless there is a kitchen. Since there are rooms with kitchens available from Disney, it would better to book one of these rooms if someone wants to heat/cook/toast food in a room.

 

[smokeyblue]

Sorry. Didn't mean to post.

 

[lauradis]

http://www.co.st-johns.fl.us/fireprevention/media/fac4a60.pdf

Here are the rules if you can understand them.

This is Fla. fire prevention rules.

Plus NFPA (National Fire Prevention Assoc) is county wide as in you cant bring a toaster to a hotel in any state, unless they kitchen nets... but don't take the word of a woman that has been married to fireman for over 22 years.

Call Disney and ask them if you can bring a toaster.

 

[Judique]

http://www.co.st-johns.fl.us/fireprevention/media/fac4a60.pdf

Here are the rules if you can understand them.

This is Fla. fire prevention rules.

Plus NFPA (National Fire Prevention Assoc) is county wide as in you cant bring a toaster to a hotel in any state, unless they kitchen nets... but don't take the word of a woman that has been married to fireman for over 22 years.

Call Disney and ask them if you can bring a toaster.

Well, first of all, I did not get in this debate because I use a toaster in a DVC room with either a kitchenette or kitchen.

But, when you posted this link I was curious.

So I opened the link and read through all the small print and sub sections.

No where did I find anything regarding what small appliances can or cannot be used in any structure!

I must have missed it.

Can you point me to the specific page it says you can't have a toaster in a hotel room?

 

[lauradis]

I have no idea which code it is. Why not call Disney and ask them if you can bring a toaster to what ever room. Call the local fire dept non emergency number and give the guys on duty a good laugh ask them to look up the code number for you.

Or simply except that it is common sense to not cook in a small in closed area.

or run the risk of causing a fire at disney and being on the band for life list and getting sued by Disney.

 

[Judique]

I have no idea which code it is. Why not call Disney and ask them if you can bring a toaster to what ever room. Call the local fire dept non emergency number and give the guys on duty a good laugh ask them to look up the code number for you.

Or simply except that it is common sense to not cook in a small in closed area.

or run the risk of causing a fire at disney and being on the band for life list and getting sued by Disney.

I'm sorry! I thought you were being helpful by posting the code. And that you actually knew what you were talking about! As I've already stated, I use a toaster in an area that has a toaster as part of the amenities, so I have no need to call Disney. And hopefully, I will be careful while toasting and not cause any fires.

Since you set yourself as an expert, ie married to a fireman for 22 years, and posting links to Florida codes, I expected to get some real information. Silly me.

But thank you to your husband for his real contribution to society as a fireman. I appreciate him!

Have a Disney Day!

 

[minnie45]

I thought this thread was about buying a Disney toaster or something....was I off....Anywho, my villa (2 bedroom AKL) comes with a full kitchen so......On second thought, maybe I need to leave my curling iron at home, it gets hot, may be against the rules..

seriously....things can go wrong with a toaster, microwave, curling iron. When I was in college I worked at a Bestwestern as the overnight front desk person. The girl I was working with one night wanted popcorn, burned the popcorn, set off fire alarms, had to evacuate and wait for fire dept. to say it was okay for us and guests to re-enter...I'm sure the guests were ticked off... Middle of winter!! I'm surprised we didnt' both get fired from that job.

Sorry to derail the thread...carry on...

 

[Carina]

Or simply except that it is common sense to not cook in a small in closed area.

Then why do they provide Microwaves and Coffee pots?

Y'all are talking about cooking like I have my electric frying pan and crock pot out whipping up dinner each night.

Toasting toast isn't "cooking" in many peoples opinions.

But as I said before people get way more righteous in print than they would in real life.

 

[maxiesmom]

Then why do they provide Microwaves and Coffee pots?

Y'all are talking about cooking like I have my electric frying pan and crock pot out whipping up dinner each night.

Toasting toast isn't "cooking" in many peoples opinions.

But as I said before people get way more righteous in print than they would in real life.

Knowing what the rules are has nothing to do with being righteous. This isn't the first time this question has been asked. Toasters are not allowed. You can agree with that rule or not, but it is a rule. If you don't like it, stay at a resort that allows toasters. Simple. If you don't believe people, e-mail them and ask. But if you are going to question and argue about everything you are told, being on the Dis is a giant waste of your time.

 

[Gracie09]

Then why do they provide Microwaves and Coffee pots?

Y'all are talking about cooking like I have my electric frying pan and crock pot out whipping up dinner each night.

Toasting toast isn't "cooking" in many peoples opinions.

But as I said before people get way more righteous in print than they would in real life.

microwaves and coffee pots don't have open coils. Also microwaves are not provided in standard rooms unless there is a medical need and then are not guaranteed. As stated above coffee pots aren't designed to go above a certain temperature that is not hot enough to catch wood on fire. Also if they provide an item and it is used correctly, Disney would be responsible for damage if it malfunctions. If you opt to bring an item that is not allowed and it causes a fire, you are responsible. I don't know about you, but I wouldn't trust a cheap toaster from Walmart that has been moved all over the country, not to have faulty, loose wiring at some point.

 

[Gracie09]

Disney also doesn't have you sign a paper full of rules and regulations before you enter the parks. But it is understood that you can't bring your bike and ride it. Or your scooter. Don't be ridiculous trying to prove your point.

I'm not trying to be ridiculous I'm truly asking HOW does one know it's against the rules and Disney does post rules regarding the park so your example isn't vaild. I said "posted or had a paper for me to sign" I sign in a hotel that I won't smoke or bring in pets at a hotel, not at a Disney park - hence my example

Someone else said at some point common sence has to come into play, but I don't think using a toaster is against common sence. I am unplugging it when not in use, and not walking away from it while its in use. If I hotel provides irons and coffee pots ( both of which get very hot and could cause a hazard if used improperly) how am I to gleam that a toaster is against the rules.

WHERE ARE THE RULES.
I am not trying to cause problems or be an instigator, but WHERE are the rules.

So far all I've read are people "claiming" it's against the rules OR saying they don't want someone cooking toast in their rooms because they don't want to smell it. But that's about as logical as me saying I don't want someone passing gas in the elevator because I don' want to smell it.

Where are these "rules"
And I mean Common sence rules not " don't fill the bathtub with sand" like a PP said.
Making toast in my room isn't ridiculous, I don't think I was the one being "ridiculous" ( see aforementioned sand in the tub comment)[/QUOTE]
When I travel to another state, I don't get a list of the driving rules, but I am responsible for adhering to them, even ones I might deem silly. If I go to a different country, I am responsible for adhering to their rules and laws.

 

[Marionnette]

Then why do they provide Microwaves and Coffee pots?

Y'all are talking about cooking like I have my electric frying pan and crock pot out whipping up dinner each night.

Toasting toast isn't "cooking" in many peoples opinions.

But as I said before people get way more righteous in print than they would in real life.

"Many peoples (sic) opinions" are not what matters. The only opinion that matters is the hotel that you're staying in and the fire code that applies to the room you're using. A toaster gets much hotter than a coffeemaker or microwave, and has open heating elements. Therefore it presents a greater fire risk. Read the explanation a few pages back.

 

[kymom99]

Here's the thing...Disney doesn't prohibit toasters and microwaves because of smells or fire codes. They do it so you have to go out and buy food from them. Otherwise people wouldn't pay a premium for a deluxe room with kitchen. They make it very expensive or inconvenient for guests to prepare their own meals, and most people (like my husband) will just say the heck with it and eat at the food court. Add in the Magical express and people being brought directly to the resorts without a vehicle and it becomes so much more convenient to just suck it up and eat Disney food. You all can believe it is a safety issue if you want to, but I can go to a regular chain motel and there will probably be a microwave. Right there in the room where I sleep. And if I burn popcorn, the other guests will get over it.

 

[Marionnette]

Here's the thing...Disney doesn't prohibit toasters and microwaves because of smells or fire codes. They do it so you have to go out and buy food from them. Otherwise people wouldn't pay a premium for a deluxe room with kitchen. They make it very expensive or inconvenient for guests to prepare their own meals, and most people (like my husband) will just say the heck with it and eat at the food court. Add in the Magical express and people being brought directly to the resorts without a vehicle and it becomes so much more convenient to just suck it up and eat Disney food. You all can believe it is a safety issue if you want to, but I can go to a regular chain motel and there will probably be a microwave. Right there in the room where I sleep. And if I burn popcorn, the other guests will get over it.

And yet they provide toasters and microwaves for guests to use in their food courts free of charge.

 

[kymom99]

And yet they provide toasters and microwaves for guests to use in their food courts free of charge.

How is that convenient? Have you tried walking from the pirate rooms in CBR to the food court? Your bread would be stale by the time you got there.

 

[Marionnette]

How is that convenient? Have you tried walking from the pirate rooms in CBR to the food court? Your bread would be stale by the time you got there.

Who said that it was convenient? Convenience comes at a price in Disney. You pay to be convenient to the parks when you stay deluxe. You pay to be convenient to a bus stop when you choose a preferred room.

You said that Disney wants you to purchase food from them. I simply pointed out that if that were the case, only food purchased in the food courts could be heated or toasted there. That is not the case at all. Your point is moot.