SSR Lovers and/or Owners Thread!

[BroganMc]

Just venting...I really want to go to SSR for our June trip, however DH thinks we need the space a 2 bdr will give us at OKW!

An 11 and two 14 y.o.'s? Gee, what are you gonna do with the 2 y.o.? All fine to stick the older kids in that second bedroom (get a dedicated 2 bedroom at SSR and it'll have two queen beds with no extra kitchen or door).

I don't know if it is solely a quirk of the HA rooms, but our dedicated 2-bed in October had a huge second bedroom. My sis, her hubby and two young boys had more than enough space there. The boys used their round table for drawing. Only the dining table seemed small but then we had shifts there anyway. Boys did their homework there.

The studio is probably the tightest fit. Getting my powerchair, my dad's scooter and opening the sofabed for my cousin this last NYE was tricky.

FWIW, I'd only go to OKW if I wanted to save points. The bigger room does not make up for the location IMHO. (My experience being coming from a huge Marriott 2 bedroom resort room down to a 1bedroom or studio SSR room.)

 

[DisneyBride'03]

Thanks for the comments...I arrived at SSR around noon and got my request for Grandstand....

My DH likes the fact the living area at OKW is more spread out and the size of the balcony(@ bdr) however, I was not impressed ny OKW's pool area...the Grandstand pool blew that away!

 

[RachelTori]

Thanks for the comments...I arrived at SSR around noon and got my request for Grandstand....

My DH likes the fact the living area at OKW is more spread out and the size of the balcony(@ bdr) however, I was not impressed ny OKW's pool area...the Grandstand pool blew that away!

My last arrival at SSR (around 11:00 am), they had my request for GrandStand - said that room wasn't ready, but they had one in a different section available if I wanted to get into a room right away. So I asked "which section?" Paddocks. No thanks - I'll wait! My GrandStand room was ready at 3:30!

 

[Brenle]

My last arrival at SSR (around 11:00 am), they had my request for GrandStand - said that room wasn't ready, but they had one in a different section available if I wanted to get into a room right away. So I asked "which section?" Paddocks. No thanks - I'll wait! My GrandStand room was ready at 3:30!

Our first experience at SSR last May was wonderful. We arrived by 11:30 a.m. and were able to check in right away - no wait. In fact, we could have stayed in any section of SSR. But I think that had to do with the fact we arrived midweek. Hopefully we'll have the same luck this May.

 

[Arizona Rita]

I just read the thread about the "Merry Mixer" and I was just curious about something. On either Wednesday or Thursday nights supposedly there is a "Welcome Home" night event or whatever it is called. Can anyone tell me about this event? Also following this is a time where Disney people show you how to make a wreath. Does anyone know if there is a way to ship this wreath home? I would love to take a craft class from Disney people.
If any of this makes any sence to anyone (Mamaprincess are you reading?
Brogan or Mike?) I would appreciate any feedback!
Thanks so much!
Rita

 

[tomandrobin]

How about a little T&R....

I just read the thread about the "Merry Mixer" and I was just curious about something. On either Wednesday or Thursday nights supposedly there is a "Welcome Home" night event or whatever it is called. Can anyone tell me about this event?

Welcome Home Wednesday's are held at Atlantic Hall at the Boardwalk, from 4-5 pm every week.

Also following this is a time where Disney people show you how to make a wreath. Does anyone know if there is a way to ship this wreath home? I would love to take a craft class from Disney people.

I think you mean the Floral experience...........

Learn how to take regular flowers and design a Disney-themed keepsake arrangement during this one-hour class at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa or at Disney's BoardWalk Resort(location varies by week). Members receive a 10% discount on the $50 retail price. All ages are welcome (with adult supervision for ages 10 and under). Classes are offered on Wednesdays, 2:30 - 3:30 pm. Please call 407-WDW-PLAY to register.† Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

If any of this makes any sence to anyone (Mamaprincess are you reading?
Brogan or Mike?) I would appreciate any feedback!
Thanks so much!
Rita

You are welcome!

 

[Arizona Rita]

TA TomandRobin! Have you ever done either of these activities?
Rita

 

[tomandrobin]

TA TomandRobin! Have you ever done either of these activities?
Rita

Nope, I keep wanting to go to the Welcome Home Wednesday, but always run out of time.

 

[my3princes]

We've done the Welcome Home Wednesdays. It was alright, but I wouldn't give up part of a park day to do it. They served lemonade and popcorn. Then DeeVee Cee was the host of a game show. They drew 3 names out of a hat and those were the contestants (everyone attending is in the hat). Then they ask questions. The audience also has opportunities to answer and can will a DVC trading pin. This in no way compares to the Summer on the Savannah party that they held over the summer, but was ok if you have a couple of free hours.

 

[BroganMc]

Nope, I keep wanting to go to the Welcome Home Wednesday, but always run out of time.

I've been to the Merry Mixes (lots of fun with free food, games, characters and a DJ) but the Welcome Home Wednesdays don't leave me intrigued enough to trek over. From descriptions over the last year, they have turned into a very subdued sales atmosphere.

As for the floral experience, isn't it also held at BWV/BCV on alternate weeks? It's another one of those "never have enough time for it".

I keep saying I'll sign up for ceramics at SSR when I check in (Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays I believe). But I always forget until my last day. You need to return the next day and pick up your fired piece.

 

[claireloveseeyore]

This was our first trip to Disney as DVC owners. Arrived 22 December 07 and departed 3 January 08. Stayed at our home resort of SSR - in the Springs. Loved the resort, enjoyed the NYE party at the Pool watching the fireworks at Downtown Disney.

 

[Harley-Mouse]

we will be in a studio does each building have them? Or each section have there own? Would like to know before we go. We are looking to stay grandstand any info on where Thay are in this section? Thanks all.

 

[dwelty]

we will be in a studio does each building have them? Or each section have there own? Would like to know before we go. We are looking to stay grandstand any info on where Thay are in this section? Thanks all.

There are studios in every building, and in every section. You should have no problem getting a studio at the Grandstand. There are 4 big buildings there.

 

[corinnak]

The laundry facilities are located in the pool buildings. And as such, the Carousel is the only one that doesn't have its own.

 

[BroganMc]

we will be in a studio does each building have them? Or each section have there own? Would like to know before we go. We are looking to stay grandstand any info on where Thay are in this section? Thanks all.

This is the general building layout of rooms. There is some variability based on which are handicapped rooms but the composition of studios, 1bedrooms, 2bedrooms and gande villas is the same.

http://disneydoc.homestead.com/ssrfloor.html

 

[Brenle]

This is the general building layout of rooms. There is some variability based on which are handicapped rooms but the composition of studios, 1bedrooms, 2bedrooms and gande villas is the same.

http://disneydoc.homestead.com/ssrfloor.html

BroganMc, you are a wealth of information. I always enjoy reading your posts, too. WDW should hire you as a CSR!

 

[BigMama]

 

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[BigMama]

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[BigMama]

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