snclopez said:
That is what I got, thanks so much! Where are you finding this info at? I have searched the website but am not sure how to get the FL resident rates quote. I haven't received my AP in the mail so i can't access the AP section.
Thanks so much!
To get the FL Res quote, go to the waltdisneyworld site:
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/index
and on the right side top, see where there's a "Search" box, then on the line underneath that is "My Disney Reservation/Tickets & Reservations/Log In, and underneath that is "Vacation Planning Kit/Dining Finder/Calendar/Map", and underneath that is "Passholders" and "Florida Residents" Click on the arrow on the right beside the "Florida Residents" and it should take you here:
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/flresidents/floridaResidentsGate?id=FloridaResidentsGatePage
Type in your FL zip and hit "Go", then the next page on the left see where it says "Special Offers" click on that and it will bring up all the FL offers. Right now the first offer shows "NEW! $79 Per Night Plus Tax at Select Value Resorts" - click on that. (I know that it says this is an offer for
value hotels, but it will bring up ALL the hotels with discounts, including the deluxes if available)
It will bring up a page showing the offer, with a button underneath the offer that says "
Book Now" (DO NOT click on the button to the left that says "Book Your Stay" as sometimes I've had the rates come up without the discount using that)
(BTW Don't worry-you are not really booking at this time, just shopping!)
After you click the Book Now, you will go to a page that shows "Florida Resident Room Only" and it shows the details of the offer again. Down a little bit is the area to choose your arrival/departure dates, number of people,etc. Put those in, then hit the "continue" button and the next page shows all the hotels (Usually starts with the deluxes, but you can narrow your search with the tabs at the top of the page, or you can do what I do and look at every hotel!)
Click the "Select Your Resort Hotel" of the resort of your choice and that hotel will come up showing all the prices and room types available. The info will show like this example of AKL that I clicked on:
This vacation offer is the best match based on your request.
Florida Resident Room Only- Special Offer Package. Offer valid most dates 4/23 - 6/03/06, subject to availability. Proof of Florida Residency required at check-in. Tickets must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort Total: $334.50
Take the Virtual Tour 04/23/06 for 1 night
2 Adults
Embark on an exotic adventure into the heart of the savannah in this lodge-style Resort hotel that is alive with the music, cuisine and spirit of Africa.
Deluxe Resort Amenities include:
Elaborately Themed Pools and Slides
World Class Restaurants
Room Service
Valet Parking
Babysitting
Concierge Available
Resort Category: Deluxe
Room Type: Deluxe Savannah View Room
Special Rate Type: Florida Resident Room Only
Ticket Type: None
Package Type: None
Includes Disney's Magical Express!
Resort Category: Deluxe
Room Type: Deluxe Savannah View Room
Special Rate Type: Florida Resident Room Only
Ticket Type: None
Package Type: None
Deluxe Savannah View Room included
Deluxe Water View Room -$183.96
Savannah View Room -$217.38
Water / Pool View Room -$418.08
Standard View Room -$488.34
Concierge Pool or Savannah View Room +$317.82
If you want to check another hotel, I've found it's easier not to use the back button, but click on the "Edit Search" on the right side- if you click on this edit search button, it will drop down another box where you can change the hotel name,category,dates,etc, and start looking at another deal quicker than backing up and entering all again!
You can go through all the hotels and look at prices this way if you want - some will show only certain categories left, and sometimes the hotel you click on doesn't come up at all if there's no rates left there - Disney will show an alternative for you to look at.
You are not making a booking by looking but if you do want to go ahead and book something you see on there, keep continuing by choosing the room type you want and you'll get a page asking if you want the Magical Express yes or no, then the next page will have places for special requests,additional info and a summary of the charge(s) like this at the bottom:
Per Night Room Price $300.00
Room Total $300.00
Tax $34.50
Grand Total $334.50
Deposit $334.50
Note: This itinerary is not reserved in your name until payment is made.
Then another button for "Book Now" - if you want to book at that time, you click there to give your payment details,etc. Otherwise, you will probably never even get to this page if you are just shopping/looking at deals!
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When you get your AP, you'll be able to enter your number, but the steps will be practically the same as far as looking at rates.
I hope this all makes sense!
If you get stuck, post again!
