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[macraven]

No its not everynight, its usually a few nights a week, cannot remember what nights. It is usually around dusk, if you are at the pool , you will hear them coming. We have been staying that often we do not even bother with it now.

i returned from a stay at RPH last tuesday.
the torch lightening event was on friday and saturday during my stay.

it began at 6:30 pm.

i watched it from my window, room 3600.

i had the perfect view for it.

they had a torch ceremony after the blowing of the horn.
a man twirled the lighted torch. (same way it is done in disneys lion king show.)

hula is done by one of the females.
she has kids come up and shows them the movements after her performance.
they follow her and do a hula dance.

it was quite cute.
i don't usually make it a point to see it as i have been there many times prior.
i just happened to be in my room at the time this event started and enjoyed watching it.

 

[rpbert1]

i returned from a stay at RPH last tuesday.
the torch lightening event was on friday and saturday during my stay.

it began at 6:30 pm.

i watched it from my window, room 3600.

i had the perfect view for it.

they had a torch ceremony after the blowing of the horn.
a man twirled the lighted torch. (same way it is done in disneys lion king show.)

hula is done by one of the females.
she has kids come up and shows them the movements after her performance.
they follow her and do a hula dance.

it was quite cute.
i don't usually make it a point to see it as i have been there many times prior.
i just happened to be in my room at the time this event started and enjoyed watching it.

Hi Mac, you had a great time.
thats the king suite room we have had the last 3 or 4 years, probably best room in RPR

 

[bumbershoot]

Hi ! We are planning our first RPR stay at the end of Dec for a Christmas trip. I saw the pool is closed for renovations.

Unless there's info I do not have, the closure is from Nov 29 to Dec 10.

 

[macraven]

Hi Mac, you had a great time.
thats the king suite room we have had the last 3 or 4 years, probably best room in RPR

it is the best......

i have had it for the last 3 trips.....

 

[TigerKat]

Just got back yesterday from 5 nights at Disney and 3 nights at RPR. We stayed at Portofino Bay last year and were trying RPR for the first time.....we LOVED it!!!!!!!!!! Can't say exactly why but we felt more relaxed and "at home". The feel of the place, the extremely helpful, friendly and courteous staff, the location and the evenings at the Orchid Court Sushi & Cocktail bar were just some of the highlights that I can think of.

Thanks to all of you here for answering my questions prior to our trip!

 

[cpl100]

Just made an online reservation at this hotel. It's been many years, but I recall last time I got some kind of special rate (at the Portofino)--I think it was called the 'FAN' rate. Is there anything like this (or any other discounts) available? We do not have Annual Passes but do belong to AAA and usually get the Entertainment book yearly.

I've read this thread but would appreciate if anyone has any specific tips for staying at this hotel. It will be me (Mom) and son (age 21) for this trip. I included my hotel membership in the reservation but it looks as though the perks for this have changed dramatically from my last stay also.

Thanks for any help.

 

[patster734]

Just made an online reservation at this hotel. It's been many years, but I recall last time I got some kind of special rate (at the Portofino)--I think it was called the 'FAN' rate. Is there anything like this (or any other discounts) available? We do not have Annual Passes but do belong to AAA and usually get the Entertainment book yearly.

I've read this thread but would appreciate if anyone has any specific tips for staying at this hotel. It will be me (Mom) and son (age 21) for this trip. I included my hotel membership in the reservation but it looks as though the perks for this have changed dramatically from my last stay also.

Thanks for any help.

AAA rates are usually good, but they don't display on the Loews' hotel booking website. If you want that rate, you can look/book them on the AAA website or call the hotel reservation number. My advice is to check the rate on the AAA website, and then call and check if the AAA rate over the phone is cheaper.

 

[rcraw45425]

Just checked, no Club rooms available for my upcoming stay

 

[cpl100]

AAA rates are usually good, but they don't display on the Loews' hotel booking website. If you want that rate, you can look/book them on the AAA website or call the hotel reservation number. My advice is to check the rate on the AAA website, and then call and check if the AAA rate over the phone is cheaper.

Thanks. I called the hotel reservation number this afternoon and was told that there were no AAA rates in the system 'now'. Whatever that means. I could have sworn I saw someone posting that they received it but perhaps it was the HRH and not this one. Thanks, again.

 

[bubba's mom]

there are only 'so many' rooms available at AAA rate.

once they are all sold, no more AAA rate rooms left.

just like AP rate...only so many rooms available. once they are sold, they are gone. sorta like an airline fare. only 'x' amount of seats available at that rate...once those seats are gone, the next fare pops up.

that's why we recommend you book your room and adjust the rate later. that way you are assured of HAVING a room at least.

 

[senecabeach]

Thank You sooooo much for this thread. I have lots of homework to do, especially in deciding which hotel to stay at on site.

I have never been to Universal and am planning an Oct 11' U/WDW combo vacation. Am leaning towards RPR.
Hopefully U and its transportation are as ecv friendly as WDW. Any thoughts would be appreciated!!!
Back to reading through this thread..

 

[brenda1966]

Does everyone have to show their room key to get into the pool? We are meeting friends at Citywalk and I'd love to have the kids swim after dinner while the parents chat poolside if that's an option.

 

[macraven]

i only had to show the hotel room if i needed towels at the pool.

 

[cpl100]

there are only 'so many' rooms available at AAA rate.

once they are all sold, no more AAA rate rooms left.

just like AP rate...only so many rooms available. once they are sold, they are gone. sorta like an airline fare. only 'x' amount of seats available at that rate...once those seats are gone, the next fare pops up.

that's why we recommend you book your room and adjust the rate later. that way you are assured of HAVING a room at least.

How can I know if they've all been sold or if they haven't become available? Thanks for your help.

 

[bubba's mom]

How can I know if they've all been sold or if they haven't become available? Thanks for your help.

if would help if i knew your planned dates of travel?

 

[Mickey Fliers]

We are planning a trip to RPH in early June before heading to Vero. I have a couple questions.

1. Can I book now and then apply a Florida resident rate later if one becomes available?

2. Am I correct in understanding that I will need 2 room (2 A, 4 C) even though one of the children is under 3?

3. Also, do we know yet if we will still be allowed early entrance to HP?

TIA!

 

[damo]

We are planning a trip to RPH in early June before heading to Vero. I have a couple questions.

1. Can I book now and then apply a Florida resident rate later if one becomes available?

2. Am I correct in understanding that I will need 2 room (2 A, 4 C) even though one of the children is under 3?

3. Also, do we know yet if we will still be allowed early entrance to HP?

TIA!

The answer, to the best of knowledge right now is yes. Yes, you can apply the fl rate later. Yes, max of 5 in a room. No one knows about early entrance to HP in June but I don't see why they would be changing something that is working so well. They've always had early entry of some kind.

 

[cpl100]

if would help if i knew your planned dates of travel?

Sorry, of course that is essential information. January 5th for one night. Plan to stay offsite the day before and arrive very early oln the fifth. Thanks, again, for your help.

 

[bubba's mom]

At AAA website, I get $211.65 for that night. It's like $219 at the UO site.

It'll be an extra $25 for the night because of the extra adult (21y/o).

I'm guessing you missed when they released AAA rates. Your trip is close enough I think they already were offered.

But, you can keep checking...worst they can say is (still) none available.

 

[cpl100]

Thank you for your research. There is a charge for an extra adult even when there's only two people?

Yes, we just decided on this trip so no previous planning was made or researched---just starting now.

I will continue to call them to see if maybe a room opens up with a cheaper AAA rate. How often do you suggest I call so that I have a good chance of catching a cancellation yet won't have them hating my voice by the time I actually do check in?

I appreciate your time and help. Thanks again.