Port Orleans Riverside Q&A Thread 2013, Part One [Thread now FULL and closed]

[pakaramom]

I bought some last week while at POR and I think it was 12.99 for Coppertone Spray.

 

[Backstage_Gal]

figure what it normally costs at your own local store plus 40 percent more.

lol

 

[webstah]

Someone told me there is a cost to the wifi at the resorts...true?

Not true, They used to charge like $10 a 24 hour period for the wired, but the wifi has been free.

 

[lemonsours]

I've just updated my floorplan layout maps for the two Royal Room buildings (Oak Manor and Parterre Place). Only relatively minor changes, but several (15) of the rooms which were originally classified as River View - but which had slightly oblique, courtyard-facing views of the river - have recently been reclassified to Garden View category, and the map now reflects that. The breakdown table has also been updated to match.

See www.portorleans.org/images/buildingmaps/Floorplan-POR-MagnoliaBend.pdf.

Andre

Thanks Andre! We can't wait to stay in a RRGV in October, so excited we might even be able to see the river! The kids love to watch the wildlife.

 

[scrappinggirl]

That is true. I bet that if you asked at the front desk they would find a place for you to keep them frozen. You could also call ahead to the parks you're visiting, to First Aid and see if they would keep some frozen there for you as well. It's been a very long time since I worked for Disney but the nurses at First Aid were always very accommodating. Many people have to keep medicines (like insulin) cold. Anyway, I'd encourage you to make a call to first aid to see what they might recommend. Nothing worse than a painful back!

BTW, as an encouragement: I once came down with a toothache during a trip to WDW (ended up having to have it pulled). But in spite of the pain, I had a wonderful time, and barely remember the pain part of it now.

Thanks, I will call ahead to the park and see if that is something I'd like to do. Just like to have options. I still can't believe I pulled my back out (did it packing, sitting on the floor).
I plan on having another great vacation in WDW. Sorry to hear you had to have a tooth pulled. That's not fun.

 

[scrappinggirl]

You could always buy some of the Icy Hot patches that adhere to the skin. No mess, and no cooling needed. I don't know if they will do the trick for you, but they've helped me in the past when I was not in a position to use an icepack or gel pack.

I did pick up some of those patches thanks for the suggestion. I just like to have options (like I mentioned before). I just don't want anything to hold me from doing the parks all day and night.
Thanks again!

 

[just teachin]

I've just updated my floorplan layout maps for the two Royal Room buildings (Oak Manor and Parterre Place). Only relatively minor changes, but several (15) of the rooms which were originally classified as River View - but which had slightly oblique, courtyard-facing views of the river - have recently been reclassified to Garden View category, and the map now reflects that. The breakdown table has also been updated to match.

See www.portorleans.org/images/buildingmaps/Floorplan-POR-MagnoliaBend.pdf.

Andre

Hmmmm... wonder what this means for us in June. Is it possible they'll have overbooked the RGR River Views since there are less of them? I'm guessing it's a "wait and see" thing...?

 

[Cobern]

Hmmmm... wonder what this means for us in June. Is it possible they'll have overbooked the RGR River Views since there are less of them? I'm guessing it's a "wait and see" thing...?

I'm wondering what it will do for all future months? We go in about 2 weeks and we have a RR Riverview. I hope they are not over booked, DD will be very sad

 

[andrewilley]

Hmmmm... wonder what this means for us in June. Is it possible they'll have overbooked the RGR River Views since there are less of them? I'm guessing it's a "wait and see" thing...?

I presume the worst case would be you'll get one of the rooms which were still classed as River View when you made the booking - which are still excellent views, and you see a lot of the river anyway, just at a bit of an angle.

Andre

 

[ItsNotMuchofaTail]

I presume the worst case would be you'll get one of the rooms which were still classed as River View when you made the booking - which are still excellent views, and you see a lot of the river anyway, just at a bit of an angle.

Andre

I am nowhere close to an expert, but I was there in Nov, in a RGR-Garden View, and we could see the river. I guess wouldn't have loved if I had paid for a river view because it was a peek from an angle, but our view was beautiful, overlooking the courtyard where they show the movies in Oak Manor. I actually thought it might have been an upgrade because the view was so pretty and my TA had explained the views as basically: parking lot, not parking lot but not river, and river, LOL. Which is oversimplified I know, but I told him I just didn't want to look at the parking lot. He suggested garden view. We were in 92-something-45? 47? IDK exactly, but it was so pretty.

 

[Towmater Blue]

Hi everyone! My how time flies. Nine days before we arrive at POR. We are super excited! It is our first family trip to WDW.

I have a question. Where can I find guidance on shipping things (water) to POR?

We will be staying in a RGR-Garden Room and will be traveling with our four year old. Also, I am at a lost when it comes to room requests. Can anyone offer guidance on room requests? I know I would prefer to be on the top floor to avoid overhead noise. We are light sleepers. I have read about corner rooms to maximize daytime lighting, but not sure if this is available. I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. In other words, HELP.

TIA for your feedback.

 

[Disneylvr]

Our Mickey Mail came yesterday!

 

[EpcotBill]

I have a question. Where can I find guidance on shipping things (water) to POR?

Try the thread that's stuck at the top of this forum, http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2437212

 

[GoofyMB]

I was wondering if roll away beds are available or if they would even fit? I will be there in December by myself. However, one night my brother and his wife who live a little over 3 hours away will be driving up to join me for MVMCP. If they decide to bring their 16 y/o daughter it may be a little awkward. I have no problem sharing a bed with my daughter but I am not comfortable with sharing with my neice that I see once a year. I am sure they would have no problem getting their own room if necessary.

 

[Shaden]

Hi everyone! My how time flies. Nine days before we arrive at POR. We are super excited! It is our first family trip to WDW.

I have a question. Where can I find guidance on shipping things (water) to POR?

We will be staying in a RGR-Garden Room and will be traveling with our four year old. Also, I am at a lost when it comes to room requests. Can anyone offer guidance on room requests? I know I would prefer to be on the top floor to avoid overhead noise. We are light sleepers. I have read about corner rooms to maximize daytime lighting, but not sure if this is available. I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. In other words, HELP.

TIA for your feedback.

9 Days for us too !!!

We are requesting the mansions, but we have paid for a King Bed, so it COULD be either. Maybe we will see you in the mansions though !

 

[Towmater Blue]

Thanks, EpcotBill!

 

[Towmater Blue]

9 Days for us too !!!

We are requesting the mansions, but we have paid for a King Bed, so it COULD be either. Maybe we will see you in the mansions though !

Yes! Awesome! I'm so looking forward to this vacation.

 

[Towmater Blue]

Try the thread that's stuck at the top of this forum, http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2437212

Thanks for the link.

Do you have a link for the request letter template? I clicked the link listed at the beginning of this thread, but it directs me to something different.

 

[nonstopdisneymom]

I was wondering if roll away beds are available or if they would even fit? I will be there in December by myself. However, one night my brother and his wife who live a little over 3 hours away will be driving up to join me for MVMCP. If they decide to bring their 16 y/o daughter it may be a little awkward. I have no problem sharing a bed with my daughter but I am not comfortable with sharing with my neice that I see once a year. I am sure they would have no problem getting their own room if necessary.

Idk about rollaways but they could bring an air mattress with them. I've heard about others that have made those fit.

 

[ohnowewontgo]

Hi everyone! My how time flies. Nine days before we arrive at POR. We are super excited! It is our first family trip to WDW.

I have a question. Where can I find guidance on shipping things (water) to POR?

We will be staying in a RGR-Garden Room and will be traveling with our four year old. Also, I am at a lost when it comes to room requests. Can anyone offer guidance on room requests? I know I would prefer to be on the top floor to avoid overhead noise. We are light sleepers. I have read about corner rooms to maximize daytime lighting, but not sure if this is available. I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. In other words, HELP.

TIA for your feedback.

We ordered a case of water and a few snacks from Walmart. com on our last trip and had it shipped directly to the resort. (Address in first post in this thread) It worked out well, and saved space in our car. Plus, $.97 shipped. I ordered about two weeks out, and it was there in plenty of time. We spoke with bell services when we reached our room and it was eventually delivered to us.