Photo Update on BLT

[abeyst]

I'm glad it's smaller - it kinda keeps CR as the main focus of the resort (which is what I worried would be lost with BLT). In fact, I told my mom when we went by that it's small enough that they could easily build a 2nd one on the other side of CR .........

 

[PEANUT1]

looks huge to me.

 

[spiceycat]

I'm glad it's smaller - it kinda keeps CR as the main focus of the resort (which is what I worried would be lost with BLT). In fact, I told my mom when we went by that it's small enough that they could easily build a 2nd one on the other side of CR .........

think that is coming for the south wing too.

 

[spiceycat]

it is smaller.

the north wing was more spread out - but if the BLT was build in the entire area that the north wing was - some of the views from CR would be blocked by it.

not a good situation.

this works quite well - with no blocking of the views from CR.

 

[kristytru]

Any guesses on what that circular structure on top is going to be?

That's the structure that will hold the neon DISNEY WALMART sign!!

 

[pixie08]

I think I might be the only person who thought it looked smaller than I'd imagined it'd be. When we went by it a few weeks ago I was expecting much more. It looked shorter and smaller than the CR to me.

No I agreee. When I was there in June I was observing it from inside the main building (where the shops are??) Anyway I thought it looked smaller than in the pics, but perhaps this is not such a bad thing? I do not think they would want it to overshadow the CR since that was the very first resort. Kidani is a whole other story.....

 

[jeanninepl]

Thanks for the update. The BLT announcement will probably determine if we get to be DVC owners or not, so I'm anxiously awaiting news!

Same here! We want to buy in at BLT but are waiting to see when its announced and how much it is. We love the Contemporary - our favorite place to stay in Disney!

 

[abeyst]

Has anyone seen any activity on the south wing? (That's the side that still has the old wing, right? The south?) Has the building been knocked down yet? I just don't see them adding a new, pretty building on one side and leaving the old wing on the other. Looking at all 3 together they'd just look bad. They have to be planning something on the other side of CR to even out the appearance.

 

[Laneychris]

Looks big to me. Anyone know about how many rooms it will have?

 

[jade1]

Any guesses on what that circular structure on top is going to be?
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I'm running out of chances to use this so:

 

[Mickey'sApprentice]

I'm running out of chances to use this so:

My guide told me that he thought the whole complex was going to be a multi-level diving platform, with a huge pool in the center, or maybe just a Super Walmart.



Seriously, when pressed he just said that all Disney would say is that it is an expansion of the Contemporary Resort. I then said...yes, but is it a hotel or DVC expansion. He then repeated that ALL Disney had said was that it was an expansion of the Contemporary Resort.

He also put me on the list for "Future resorts."

 

[Mai Ku Tiki]

Anyone hear about possible 'THEMES' for decor? I was thinking that many families with small ones will want to stay here (MONORAIL! MK!), but maybe not be thrilled for their kids if BLT retains completely 'contemporary' theming?

 

[della]

I was there last week and wondering about the theme myself. I hope it follows the theme of the last renovation-less 70's modern and more urban chic.

I asked guides about "the bldg that Disney seems to treat as a figment of my imagination." I suggested adding a quick "Flash" of the proposed building sketches on the Journey Into the Imagination ride. I could just hear all the DVCer's whispering "did you see that??" I also proposed the new name of "Figment Towers".

I was basically told that their job will be easier when an annoucement of some sort is made. I can be put on a list to be notified when any announcement is made and that CM's have not been given any info themselves yet. The reason given was that if a guide named BLT as a future DVC and then for some reason it was given back to the Contemporary, there would be legal problems with people saying BLT was the only reason they bought into DVC. I am just repeating what I heard. Kind of same old, same old.

I took some pics but only with my phone. Not sure if I know how to post but I will try.

 

[della]

Not sure if this will work???

 

[abeyst]

Not sure if this will work???

From the Contemporary observation deck:

Walkway:

From Marina:

Not workin. It's showing an error.

 

[Mai Ku Tiki]

sorry della! Pix only show 'error' msg for me

 

[della]

Sorry, I tried to copy and paste photo but it came out as links.

 

[snowbunny]

What's the latest rumor as far as an announcement date?

 

[abeyst]

Some are saying October. I would bet since the latest AKV offer is good til Sept 20 (with a little room to extend the date), I'd assume the rumors are in the ballpark.

 

[abeyst]

Sorry, I tried to copy and paste photo but it came out as links.

Did you put the

around the links?