Question for those who just purchased SSR

[LAWalz23]

DrTomorrow, you said it very well. I voted for trying all the resorts because that is what I would like to do eventually. We actually have our first two trips already booked for SSR and am looking forward to experiencing all that it has to offer.

 

[Miffy2003]

I voted to use them at all DVC resorts - but I plan to stay at SSR the most.

If I can only stay at SSR I would be very happy with that, but if I can try other places at 7 months too - well, why not?

 

[dianeschlicht]

this is just my opinion - doesn't mean anything - but SSR is just too new.

SSR owners don't have the loyal to THEIR resort that the others DVC resorts have.

let them stay at their resort for a few visits then go stay elsewhere - bet they will come back to SSR before going to other resorts too.

You might be right, Spicey! Those of us who have been members longer grow to love our home more than anything else. Many of the SSR owners have not yet stayed there or maybe not even at any other DVC for that matter!

 

[tjhsr]

I am new but the only place I will be going to is SSR.VB looks like it has a great beach.So we might try it sometime.I can't think of a better vacation than to hang out at the quiet pool,DTD or the quick trip to a park for a few rides and some dinner and back to the pool. Oh and our 3rd trip home is 52days away. And our 4th will be in oct.

 

[jade1]

Beca
"I think maybe because it is a new resort, owners have not yet had the chance to "fall in love" with their resort and feel loyalty to it. But, it also appears that if the percentages of this survey hold true for many members, the numbers of people who own at SSR and choose to "try all DVC resorts" could have a significant effect on the availability of other resorts (esp. BCV and BWV where most owners say they want to stay).

I would love to hear other opinions on this. And, please be friendly!!! I have tried really hard not to "offend" or "put down" SSR. I don't own there....I bought "where I planned to stay" (actually...I sold my other memberships and bought at BCV to get the home advantage). I just find this poll very interesting."

These polls show EXACTLY what we have been saying. 65% of SSR are planning mostly all resorts. Even divided evenly thats a huge influx of ressies at the other resorts that were not there before SSR. The other polls show most of those owners plan to continue at their HOME resorts meaning an even tighter market as SSR keeps growing. This is currently reflected mostly in BCV (small size and great location) resulting in low availabilty and high resale prices but will affect them all. EP would be the same thing making it even worse (or great if you want to sell or can always plan over 7 months). Thats also why IMO AK or Contemporary would be much better additions because of higher interest from current owners and not so huge.

 

[athenna]

I can't speak for others, but I picked to try out all the DVC resorts. Why, because we can! Isn't that what we like about DVC flexability? I didn't pick that because I don't think I'll fall in love with SSR. In fact, I'm quite sure I will. But why not try to stay in different ones? I plan on trying to switch my November ressies to BWV because I love the area, but if I can't get it, I'll be happy no matter what.

 

[SoCalKDG]

I think having the option for variety is great. Its the reason I wish SSR hadn't been so large. If they had cut it in half, then built a couple more resorts other places, then it gives all of us a greater variety to choose from. I'd rather have 3 new resorts of 275 rooms then 1 resort of 850 rooms.

Hopefully everyone that bought will be happy staying at their home resort 10 times in a row just in case worst case scenario were to ever happen.

 

[lllovell]

Beca
"I think maybe because it is a new resort, owners have not yet had the chance to "fall in love" with their resort and feel loyalty to it. But, it also appears that if the percentages of this survey hold true for many members, the numbers of people who own at SSR and choose to "try all DVC resorts" could have a significant effect on the availability of other resorts (esp. BCV and BWV where most owners say they want to stay).

I would love to hear other opinions on this. And, please be friendly!!! I have tried really hard not to "offend" or "put down" SSR. I don't own there....I bought "where I planned to stay" (actually...I sold my other memberships and bought at BCV to get the home advantage). I just find this poll very interesting."

These polls show EXACTLY what we have been saying. 65% of SSR are planning mostly all resorts. Even divided evenly thats a huge influx of ressies at the other resorts that were not there before SSR. The other polls show most of those owners plan to continue at their HOME resorts meaning an even tighter market as SSR keeps growing. This is currently reflected mostly in BCV (small size and great location) resulting in low availabilty and high resale prices but will affect them all. EP would be the same thing making it even worse (or great if you want to sell or can always plan over 7 months). Thats also why IMO AK or Contemporary would be much better additions because of higher interest from current owners and not so huge.

This makes me crazy! The way the poll is worded, you are only going to get these results. SSR buyers are new typically, so we are looking to try ALL the resorts at DVC. Didn't you try other resorts before finding the one you loved the most? (by your answer you did - since you sold from one and bought where you wanted to stay) That is GREAT! Its the whole point of DVC. Variety. If there was a choice that said "mostly at SSR, but want to try all the resorts" then I bet a large group would have selected that one. As DVC continues to grow (as we all assume it will after SSR) then the 11/7 windows WILL matter. Trying to blame it all on newcomers is just paranoia and wrong. I know you are not attacking me personally, but I am one of those that you assume are going to take away your vacation! I'm not taking anything from anyone, other than the ability to schedule a short term vacation perhaps and that can happen at ANY resort depending on the time of year. I am very glad you own at the resort you want to stay at! I do too for the most part. However, I KNOW that over time I will stay in different resorts and love them too! Some more than others. Maybe one so much that I will do what you did and buy points there as well. Probably, once SSR is done and I can fully enjoy ALL of its joys and pleasures, I will certainly be happy to see it and call it home. I think it is fantastic now, but what I bought was the ability to stay where I can at the 7 month window when space is available and that is a big part of WHY I bought it.

Spicey and some others here have said this happens every time something new comes online. I can see that. But honestly, I can't take away your ability to book those 4 months when I can't. I am sorry if there comes a time when you cannot call up after 7 months and get what you want at your home resort, but that already happens doesn't it? (long before SSR is sold out) If it truly worries you that you wont get in your resort for the vacation times you desire, take a step back and plan as best you can. I honestly think this is much like the smoking room issue. It is much ado about nothing.

SoCal - I know and understand your point, but I am sure from a DVC standpoint, larger is probably easier to handle. I am sure this isn't the last resort, so in the next 10 years, we will see plenty of more variety. BUT, if I had to stay at SSR EVERY VACATION between now and 2054, I would! I do believe in buying where you will be happy staying, but I hope, like you, for more resorts for an even larger variety over time. (of course....this variety and my desire to try other resorts is what has so many upset about those of us that choose "Try them all" so sometimes it hard to win for losing.)

(Not upset - just frustrated but loving being a DVC member!!!)

 

[mikesmom88]

I voted for all dvc locations.

We like to try all the different resorts. Each one we have stayed at has a different reason for staying, like location, size of rooms, etc.

We have yet to stay at SSR or VWL but hope to try them soon!

 

[athenna]

This makes me crazy! The way the poll is worded, you are only going to get these results. SSR buyers are new typically, so we are looking to try ALL the resorts at DVC. Didn't you try other resorts before finding the one you loved the most? (by your answer you did - since you sold from one and bought where you wanted to stay) That is GREAT! Its the whole point of DVC. Variety. If there was a choice that said "mostly at SSR, but want to try all the resorts" then I bet a large group would have selected that one. As DVC continues to grow (as we all assume it will after SSR) then the 11/7 windows WILL matter. Trying to blame it all on newcomers is just paranoia and wrong. I know you are not attacking me personally, but I am one of those that you assume are going to take away your vacation! I'm not taking anything from anyone, other than the ability to schedule a short term vacation perhaps and that can happen at ANY resort depending on the time of year. I am very glad you own at the resort you want to stay at! I do too for the most part. However, I KNOW that over time I will stay in different resorts and love them too! Some more than others. Maybe one so much that I will do what you did and buy points there as well. Probably, once SSR is done and I can fully enjoy ALL of its joys and pleasures, I will certainly be happy to see it and call it home. I think it is fantastic now, but what I bought was the ability to stay where I can at the 7 month window when space is available and that is a big part of WHY I bought it.

Spicey and some others here have said this happens every time something new comes online. I can see that. But honestly, I can't take away your ability to book those 4 months when I can't. I am sorry if there comes a time when you cannot call up after 7 months and get what you want at your home resort, but that already happens doesn't it? (long before SSR is sold out) If it truly worries you that you wont get in your resort for the vacation times you desire, take a step back and plan as best you can. I honestly think this is much like the smoking room issue. It is much ado about nothing.

SoCal - I know and understand your point, but I am sure from a DVC standpoint, larger is probably easier to handle. I am sure this isn't the last resort, so in the next 10 years, we will see plenty of more variety. BUT, if I had to stay at SSR EVERY VACATION between now and 2054, I would! I do believe in buying where you will be happy staying, but I hope, like you, for more resorts for an even larger variety over time. (of course....this variety and my desire to try other resorts is what has so many upset about those of us that choose "Try them all" so sometimes it hard to win for losing.)

(Not upset - just frustrated but loving being a DVC member!!!)

 

[dianeschlicht]

So start your own!
As I said before, I really started this from the comments I had heard on this board. If you want it worded differently, start a new poll.

 

[lllovell]

lol I am not dissing your poll! Just the interpretation of the results. I have greatly enjoyed reading each resort's thread along these lines. It gives insight into all of our differences.

 

[dianeschlicht]

Maybe I should say what I think about the topic. I feel that no matter WHERE the current or future DVC resorts are, it is going to become more and more important to have your home resort be where you will stay the most. I think Spicey had a great thought when she said it would change after folks have stayed there more. I am quite sure there were a few folks who did specifically buy at SSR to stay elsewhere more, but I see no reason to do that or to expect that would continue. With SSR eventually being the largest DVC resort, it will usually be more important to have home reservation status at all the other DVC resorts if they are where you want to stay. That means that in the future, SSR will always have the most availability on shorter notice, just like OKW traditionally has had more available on shorter notice. The interesting thing is that I have seen more BWV short notice bookings lately. Why? No clue, but I suspect it is folks checking out the new place! I think SSR is a lovely resort. I didn't care for the arrangement of the bathroom doors, but then I don't like that at BWV, BCV or VWL either. If I could change the wording on the poll, I would, but it's not possible now.

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

Sorry, but in my opinion (FWIW!) this is getting very silly...

1st) SSR owners need to stop feeling like they have to justify their decision to buy into SSR or defend the resort it in any way -- it's a wonderful resort and everybody knows it. And, you were given the same sales pitch as everyone else...that you have the option of staying at any DVC resort you want if you follow the correct ressie procedure.

2nd) Everyone buying a membership has to plan ahead and make a ressie at their home resort at the 11 mo. window if you want to guarantee a stay there. At 7 mo., it's open hunting season!

3rd) Be happy with any location you end up with because they are all great!!!

Diane -- Your poll was great and achieved what it should have...interesting results and even more interesting comments.

 

[nboicepardee]

We just purchased at SSR and I voted that I will try all resorts. I love the flexibility that DVC offers and I have stayed at a different resort every time I have visited Disney. Now that being said, I would be thrilled to stay at SSR every time. I think it has some of the most gorgeous decor and I love the location near DTD.

 

[lllovell]

Sorry, but in my opinion (FWIW!) this is getting very silly...

1st) SSR owners need to stop feeling like they have to justify their decision to buy into SSR or defend the resort it in any way -- it's a wonderful resort and everybody knows it. And, you were given the same sales pitch as everyone else...that you have the option of staying at any DVC resort you want if you follow the correct ressie procedure.

You are right but its hard not to when I am errr passing the time at work ( ) and I feel once again that I am a bad DVCer for wanting to stay where ever I can and because my home resort is "too big" and is going to bring about the downfall of DVC as everyone else knows it! Again I say much ado about nada. But then...you wait til that next batch of whipper snappers buys into the next DVC and threatens our vacation club.

 

[CRSNDSNY]

We bought SSR September '03. We've stayed at SSR twice, BCV once and BWV once. We want to stay at VWL (stayed at WL and loved it), too, at some point. Overall, we want to try them all and do not see ourselves having SSR be our first choice most times. I think it will depend on the time of year we go and what our vacation plans are. We are not totally hooked on one resort in particular yet. Perhaps that will happen over time.

 

[CRSNDSNY]

I just read through this entire thread and wanted to add my opinion on a few of the current discussions here.

First of all, we're new owners. The reason I voted that I wanted to stay at all DVCs over one primary one is because this is so new to us. Prior to DVC, we stayed at the Swan or Dolphin because of the great teacher discount. We want to try them all to find out which one we like the most and feel most comfortable with. I really sincerely hope that we fall in love with one resort over all others. It would make deciding where we want to stay much easier.

As far as the whole 'buy where you want to stay' thing -- well, we bought SSR before it was complete and it was hard to figure out if we liked it yet or not. We didn't want to look at a resale because the offer at the time was so great and the length of contract was even better. More years seemed a good deal to us. We really didn't want to wait any longer.

That being said, SSR is really lovely. We stayed there twice but it is still not our favorite yet. Since 2001 DH and I have only been to WDW together 5 or 6 times. And only a handful of those times have been in DVC accomodations.

 

[jade1]

"Maybe I should say what I think about the topic. I feel that no matter WHERE the current or future DVC resorts are, it is going to become more and more important to have your home resort be where you will stay the most. I think Spicey had a great thought when she said it would change after folks have stayed there more. I am quite sure there were a few folks who did specifically buy at SSR to stay elsewhere more, but I see no reason to do that or to expect that would continue. With SSR eventually being the largest DVC resort, it will usually be more important to have home reservation status at all the other DVC resorts if they are where you want to stay. That means that in the future, SSR will always have the most availability on shorter notice, just like OKW traditionally has had more available on shorter notice. The interesting thing is that I have seen more BWV short notice bookings lately. Why? No clue, but I suspect it is folks checking out the new place! I think SSR is a lovely resort. I didn't care for the arrangement of the bathroom doors, but then I don't like that at BWV, BCV or VWL either. If I could change the wording on the poll, I would, but it's not possible now."

COULD NOT HAVE SAID IT BETTER.

 

[crisi]

With SSR eventually being the largest DVC resort, it will usually be more important to have home reservation status at all the other DVC resorts if they are where you want to stay. That means that in the future, SSR will always have the most availability on shorter notice, just like OKW traditionally has had more available on shorter notice.

This is just the reality of the numbers. If there are approximately 200 rooms at BCVs and approximately 800 rooms at SSR (just making things easy) and those are the only two resorts (just making things easy) and 10% of the membership at each resort wants to stay at their non home resort (just making things easy) - it will mean 20 BCV rooms are available for the 80 SSR members looking for them and 80 SSR rooms available for the 20 BCVs members. To balance things, you need to have a much higher proportion of BCVs owners wanting to switch and/or a much lower proportion of SSR members wanting to switch. It isn't saying anything about the quality or desirability of the resorts - unless you try and make the case that the proportions of "switchers" is not similar.

Of course, it isn't nearly that simple. Lots of members don't book 11 months out. The proportions may indeed be different. Certain times of year and certain rooms are more and less popular, etc. But I think the basic model holds.