POR Pool Rehab - Still wondering.....

[WDWorld2003]

Many of us really would like to know how the POR Pool looks after the rehab....... anyone used the pool since February 8th? Thanks for any info......

 

[Reminisce71]

We were there 2/8-2/11 and used the pool. We didn't see it before though so I am not sure what changes were made. It was a really nice pool and a great slide for the kids!

I did see a man sanding the bridge from the AB side to the pool.

I do wish that the kiddy pool was heated. It was quite cool since it is also in the shade.

 

[Jillpie]

Just bumping this one. Anyone seen or used the new slide and can describe it?

 

[Sandi]

We just returned from our 2/17 to 2/22 stay at POR. This was our 5th time staying there, so I can give you the comparison.

They took out the bridge that went over the pool. I thought that was an improvement since it made the whole area more open and it is easier to keep track of (see) your child.

The slide is the same but they added a few "leaks" overhead so that water drips on you in two spots going down the slide. We thought that was a nice addition.

On the island in the main pool area, there are now fountains squirting water out over the pool in 3 (I think) spots. The fountain water is cooler than the pool water -- refreshing on hot days. One fountain comes out of an old sink that has a work boot imbedded near it. It is reminiscent of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.

They also added a waterfall. You know how one waterfall came off an overhead wooden water diverter? Well, that is still there, but they extended the diverter (I don't know what else to call it) over the island and let the water flow off that into the other side of the pool. There is also an old copper cauldron suspended from that wooden diverter that appears to be falling and is overflowing with water.

Finally, they added an entrance for disabled persons using wheelchairs. (One young man used it while we were there and it appeared to be very helpful and easy to use.)

They were adjusting the temperature of the pool well while we were there. Our first day was quite cool and the pool was like bath water. The remainder of our trip found us in the 70s and 80s and the water was cooled down appropriately.

I'm hopeful this is helpful to you all. Let me know if you have more questions. All in all, the pool was nicely improved.

 

[disneyluv4]

THANKS Sandi!! Sounds like alot of nice improvements. We are hoping to be there in July. We LOVE POR!

 

[Jillpie]

Wow Sandi! We couldn't have asked for a more perfect description, thank you! I'm very surprised about the slide. I thought I read somewhere that they were going to make it bigger, oh well, I still love that slide. Sounds wonderful, thanks again!!!

 

[Sandi]

You're very welcome. I also read about the slide being lengthened, but that was not the case. That would have been some major construction though. It's still very nice (and not too intimidating for younger children).

I hope you have a great time!