Raven01
Proud Momma to DD
- Joined
- May 19, 2018
Hi folks. I'm in need of some home resort help. Here are some facts:
The travel group is me, DD2, grandparents, and possibly others. I'm trying to get enough points to do studios and 1 bedrooms (I like the kitchen). I'm looking at traveling one week a year (longer in a studio, shorter if a 1 bedroom). My DD2's preschool is out at the end of September/beginning of October, a week in late February, and then for the summer around Memorial Day, so those are the likely travel times (others are possible, but these correspond to her time out from school).
I have some mobility issues such that walking long distances can be difficult - I generally deal, especially since I have a DD2, and FP+ made it a nonissue during our last trip in December. Grandpa has some disabilities, but recently fell and has some paralysis. He's learning to walk again, but his prognosis is unclear. My planning has to include the use of a wheelchair or ECV, and since I like to minimize my own walking when I can, I want to try and avoid unnecessary walking (I'm thinking of long hallways in Kidani).
We stay in values just fine, and don't mind buses, but obviously I like the idea of a monorail resort. The reason DVC is on the table is my DD2, who loved every aspect of it when we went in December. I'm thinking if she wants rides, etc., this is the place I want to go.
Budget is a factor. I'm trying to stick to $10,000 - $15,000, maximizing points. I want 100-150 points. I love BCV and BWV like many, but will not buy into them at these prices with the expiration year looming. As a side point, my plan is to have both me and my parents (who will be contributing to this) jointly on the deed with right of survivorship.
Here are my thoughts and questions on home resorts:
1. BLT - on the table for monorail access and MK access, but honestly, not worth the extra cost I don't think, and I don't like the contemporary style of the Contemporary.
Resorts in the $100/point range:
2. SSR - Good value, good availability. I prefer small resorts to super large ones, generally. Looks kinda boring - how is the pool?
3. OKW - I think I like the tropic nature better than SSR. But the lack of elevators worries me with my specific family needs. This appears cheaper generally then SSR. Is one more updated than the other? Which one has beds versus couches in the studio? Should I buy in here then just use SSR if my father comes?
4. AKL - I'm going to stay here, just because I think it is cool. It's a little more expensive than the other two. Worth the cost? What about distance to parks? What about the long walking? Handicap access?
My dad has limited use of his arms and can't walk at the moment, but his long term prognosis is unknown and won't be known for some time (such is life with spinal cord injuries). So I need to plan for a handicapped person and just hope for the best there.
I think I need help from people who have stayed at these places, because I have never stayed DVC or in any of these resorts. The reason I'm leaning so heavily towards DVC is because the hotel prices keep jumping - if I'm going to travel to Disney every year or two for the next 15 years, makes sense to buy.
Thoughts? Help? Things I'm not considering?
The travel group is me, DD2, grandparents, and possibly others. I'm trying to get enough points to do studios and 1 bedrooms (I like the kitchen). I'm looking at traveling one week a year (longer in a studio, shorter if a 1 bedroom). My DD2's preschool is out at the end of September/beginning of October, a week in late February, and then for the summer around Memorial Day, so those are the likely travel times (others are possible, but these correspond to her time out from school).
I have some mobility issues such that walking long distances can be difficult - I generally deal, especially since I have a DD2, and FP+ made it a nonissue during our last trip in December. Grandpa has some disabilities, but recently fell and has some paralysis. He's learning to walk again, but his prognosis is unclear. My planning has to include the use of a wheelchair or ECV, and since I like to minimize my own walking when I can, I want to try and avoid unnecessary walking (I'm thinking of long hallways in Kidani).
We stay in values just fine, and don't mind buses, but obviously I like the idea of a monorail resort. The reason DVC is on the table is my DD2, who loved every aspect of it when we went in December. I'm thinking if she wants rides, etc., this is the place I want to go.
Budget is a factor. I'm trying to stick to $10,000 - $15,000, maximizing points. I want 100-150 points. I love BCV and BWV like many, but will not buy into them at these prices with the expiration year looming. As a side point, my plan is to have both me and my parents (who will be contributing to this) jointly on the deed with right of survivorship.
Here are my thoughts and questions on home resorts:
1. BLT - on the table for monorail access and MK access, but honestly, not worth the extra cost I don't think, and I don't like the contemporary style of the Contemporary.
Resorts in the $100/point range:
2. SSR - Good value, good availability. I prefer small resorts to super large ones, generally. Looks kinda boring - how is the pool?
3. OKW - I think I like the tropic nature better than SSR. But the lack of elevators worries me with my specific family needs. This appears cheaper generally then SSR. Is one more updated than the other? Which one has beds versus couches in the studio? Should I buy in here then just use SSR if my father comes?
4. AKL - I'm going to stay here, just because I think it is cool. It's a little more expensive than the other two. Worth the cost? What about distance to parks? What about the long walking? Handicap access?
My dad has limited use of his arms and can't walk at the moment, but his long term prognosis is unknown and won't be known for some time (such is life with spinal cord injuries). So I need to plan for a handicapped person and just hope for the best there.
I think I need help from people who have stayed at these places, because I have never stayed DVC or in any of these resorts. The reason I'm leaning so heavily towards DVC is because the hotel prices keep jumping - if I'm going to travel to Disney every year or two for the next 15 years, makes sense to buy.
Thoughts? Help? Things I'm not considering?