Resort Mugs

[CharlesTD]

4 WL, 3 CBR, 2 AS's and 1 POP ... and a partridge in a peartree! Actually, I have 2 more new mugs from our past trip. Bought one at OKW (what a pain to get it refilled) and it just had a DVC logo on it. The very next day, the mug changed to a much prettier one, which the CM said was the new one that would be around for the next year or so. So of course had to buy it. No logo, no resort name, neither said "good only at location purchased". So I'm thinking "great, they have special DVC-type mugs that change periodically since they know these people return regularly, and maybe I'll get to use them for the last few nights at BCV during our split stay" ... NOT!

And yes, I am one of those people that bought mugs when they didn't have signs, didn't have printing on them, and was told repeatedly by CM's to bring 'em back ... so if I feel like carting them when we're scheduled for those resorts, I'll bring those ones back. Yes I can afford new ones, but for the ones where I was sold them with the promise to reuse them, I feel they're grandfathered and will continue to use them. I've discussed this with Disney exec offices before, and all they'll comment on is "mugs purchased NOW are good only for the length of that stay at that resort" ... they won't comment on the old ones.


MaryLiz

I agree Maryliz the old ones were good forever as stated by numerous CM's and resort managers etc so why not bring them back to use. The new ones however are as stated length of stay only but I will continue to re use my old mugs without hesitation.

 

[PrincessPatty]

Let me start off by saying that I know using your mugs at other resorts or on subsequent trips is absolutely illegal but,

(and Im sure this doesnt happen on all trips...) We were booked at Pop Century on our last trip, my DB and his family got checked in before my mom and I, we went to eat, my DB and his family bought all of their mugs (5). My mother decided that she didnt like the resort and wanted to upgrade, this was after lunch. After a bunch of hustle and bustle we got transferred to CBR, when we checked in, my DB brought his families mugs to check-in and asked if we needed to switch mugs from resorts, or if they could switch them for us. The CM said no problem, just go ahead and use the Pop mugs....

So if you saw a middle aged guy at CBR Sept.2-Oct.2 using Pop mugs, we were told it was okay!!

 

[bdcp]

I bought 'em new on ebay and now I take them back every trip. One I save special to take to the partks and rinse off DD's behind over the water fountain when I change her diaper!!

 

[Sammie]

" ... NOT!

And yes, I am one of those people that bought mugs when they didn't have signs, didn't have printing on them, and was told repeatedly by CM's to bring 'em back ... so if I feel like carting them when we're scheduled for those resorts, I'll bring those ones back. Yes I can afford new ones, but for the ones where I was sold them with the promise to reuse them, I feel they're grandfathered and will continue to use them. I've discussed this with Disney exec offices before, and all they'll comment on is "mugs purchased NOW are good only for the length of that stay at that resort" ... they won't comment on the old ones.


MaryLiz

Actually if you contact Guest Communications and ask about the Grandfather situation this will be thier reply, as I have contacted them.

Dear Sammie,
Thanks for contacting the Walt Disney World® Resort.
We are happy to know you will be visiting us again!

Old refillable mugs are no longer being used for current visits.

We wish our response was more favorable. We look forward to your family having a magical Disney experience!

If you have other questions, please feel free to contact us.

Include your full name, E-Mail address, and reservation number if applicable on all correspondence.

Thank you!
Sincerely,
EJ
WDW Online Communications

 

[goofy4tink]

I bought 'em new on ebay and now I take them back every trip. One I save special to take to the partks and rinse off DD's behind over the water fountain when I change her diaper!!

OMG!!!!!!! Now, that's reusing with originallity!!! Too funny. I'll never look at a fountain the same again.

 

[safetymom]

I think this thread has run its course. Thank you all for your contributions.