SSR Lovers and Owners Part 2

[maciec]

I have to admit - I am a little disappointed in the size of the 'deep end'.

I really thought that the body of the pool would be larger that what it appears to be. I was picturing something about 1/2 the size of the Uzima pool at Animal Kingdom Lodge.

It looks more like 1/4 size of the Uzima Pool.

It's going to be a great addition, don't get me wrong - but I had hoped it would be a little bigger.

Am I alone in thinking that?

I think the whole pool looks a little small. I agree it's going to be a nice addition, but I think it's going to be packed when it opens.

 

[Dizny Dad]

I think the whole pool looks a little small. I agree it's going to be a nice addition, but I think it's going to be packed when it opens.

It is bigger than the Grandstand pool that also has a nice draw due to the snacks and bar. Many times I have been the only one in the Grandstand pool; granted it was never in the middle of the afternoon, but at the timers I like to swim (early morning and late afternoon/evening).

It will be interesting after the initial opening bump to see how it is attended.

 

[AirGoofy]

It is bigger than the Grandstand pool that also has a nice draw due to the snacks and bar. Many times I have been the only one in the Grandstand pool; granted it was never in the middle of the afternoon, but at the timers I like to swim (early morning and late afternoon/evening).

It will be interesting after the initial opening bump to see how it is attended.

Most of the pools are less crowded in the evening. We enjoy an evening swim on a non-park day. But, let's keep it a secret and not tell anyone.

 

[Dizny Dad]

Hey, AirGoofy, haven't seen you in this thread lately . . nice to have you back in "the pool".

And try the pool and hot tub at 6:30 Am. They are really great and we'll meet up next time! By the way, the rockers are not used that much in the evenings, either!

 

[dvc4life]

Thanks for the great pictures of the new pool. Looks like it is coming right along. We will have to give it a try next time we stay there, which I'm not sure when that will be as the next couple of times we are down we are staying at our other home, BLT.

Please keep up the great work with all the photos. We Love our SSR!

 

[AirGoofy]

Hey, AirGoofy, haven't seen you in this thread lately . . nice to have you back in "the pool".

And try the pool and hot tub at 6:30 Am. They are really great and we'll meet up next time! By the way, the rockers are not used that much in the evenings, either!

6:30 AM. That's the time my kids get up for school during the year, and don't want to do that on vacation. But, I'd get there for a meet n greet, even better at the rockers in the evening. We're at BLT next trip, so we'll have to make it the next one.

 

[Dizny Dad]

6:30 AM. That's the time my kids get up for school during the year, and don't want to do that on vacation. But, I'd get there for a meet n greet, even better at the rockers in the evening. We're at BLT next trip, so we'll have to make it the next one.

Our next World Tour is in Dec. @ VWL, then Aulani in Feb., 2012, then back to The World in May (SSR) and Dec. , 2012. See you sometime in the Rockers!

 

[dreamlinda]

Our next World Tour is in Dec. @ VWL, then Aulani in Feb., 2012, then back to The World in May (SSR) and Dec. , 2012. See you sometime in the Rockers!

Always interesting when you see your schedule on someone's post ~ we are Dec. in VWL, and Feb '12 at Aulani. Guess we are both brilliant planners

 

[AirGoofy]

Our next World Tour is in Dec. @ VWL, then Aulani in Feb., 2012, then back to The World in May (SSR) and Dec. , 2012. See you sometime in the Rockers!

Aulani looks great. We loved Vero Beach resort right on the Atlantic, and I bey Aulani is just as pretty on the Pacific. We plan to do an adults only trip one day.

 

[bdtracey]

Our Disney resale offer just went in for ROFR yesterday so our fingers are crossed that we'll be able to join all you fine folk in the next month or so...but hopefully less :

 

[tjhsr]

Our Disney resale offer just went in for ROFR yesterday so our fingers are crossed that we'll be able to join all you fine folk in the next month or so...but hopefully less :

Welcome Home you won't find a better place to talk about SSR.

 

[nukker7]

Our Disney resale offer just went in for ROFR yesterday so our fingers are crossed that we'll be able to join all you fine folk in the next month or so...but hopefully less :

Welcome Home! We'd love to have you!

Good Luck!

 

[Dizny Dad]

Found this thread at bottom of page 2 - we all must be sleeping in the rockers watching the new pool fill . . .

Let's get this thread going, and each other dreaming . . . Anybody looking to put the Paddock on their request list next time you book an SSR stay? DW and I stayed in the Paddock a couple of years ago and found the quiet pool to be delightful with very little usage. I think that will all change now. This should also improve the feelings one gets when assigned to The Carousel!

 

[franandaj]

I've got three trips in the planning stages, but it's not until the third one that I'm actually planning on staying at SSR.

This October we are rounding out our stay at all the WDW DVC properties, by trying the BCV & VWL. We've stayed at the hotels before there was DVC so we're definitely looking forward to the Villas. Next May we're bringing a friend who has never been to WDW and will try to save points by staying in the 1 br units that have 2 bathrooms. So it isn't until our December 2012 for Christmas decorations that we will finally get to return to SSR.

I really wish we had more time to spend at WDW!

 

[Tinker Bell Fan]

We'll be at SSR October 7 - 13 (only 84 more work days!) Can't wait!!

 

[uicbear]

Found this thread at bottom of page 2 - we all must be sleeping in the rockers watching the new pool fill . . .

Let's get this thread going, and each other dreaming . . . Anybody looking to put the Paddock on their request list next time you book an SSR stay? DW and I stayed in the Paddock a couple of years ago and found the quiet pool to be delightful with very little usage. I think that will all change now. This should also improve the feelings one gets when assigned to The Carousel!

I was going to put in for the Paddock as my top request, due to the pool and the bus stop, but looking at the pics, it's the pools only 3.5 feet deep and that's by the slide. So now I'm back to thinking the Gradstand or the Springs, with the Grandstand in the lead. It's nice to have such a tough choice.

 

[Blondie1973]

On our first family trip to WDW and as our inaugral DVC members, we stayed in both the AKL and SSR.

I wasn't sure at first but out of the 2, I'd have to say that SSR was my favorite. We stayed at the Springs and were across the street from the pool and a hop, skip and jump from the bus stop. I don't think we could have planned that better if we tried.

We originally were registered for a Studio, and prior to our visit, we tried to upgrade but were told there weren't any available. However when we checked in, they were able to upgrade us without any issue.

We're planning a vow renewel in 2012 and inviting several family members/friends to join us and our pick will be the SSR.

 

[KT27]

My husband is home on R & R from Afghanistan and because we never know when he will arrive we decided to drive from TX. Stopped in Destin/FT Walton beach area for 3 nights and stayed at Sheraton Fourpoints on the Beach.

Checked in to SSR on Sunday, got a 1 bedroom across from the Grandstand Pool. I requested higher floor & Grandstand Area. Grandstand pool was very busy Sunday afternoon but quieted down the last few days. We are here till Sunday. I love this section, first time staying here.

Did EPCOT on Monday, Typhoon Lagoon today with EMH and will do Blizzard Beach tomorrow.

Ate at Rainforest Cafe, Wolfgang Puck Express, Earl of Sandwich, Pepper Market, Nine Dragons, and Artist's Palette so far. Snack selections seem to be slim at AP unless you want candy or a bakery item. Did the regular dining plan the first two nights, my daughter flew in yesterday and we switched to the quick service plan. Tuesday we had to get new room keys for the switch and had to go back 3 times because the computers were being upgraded.

Mousekeeping must have thought we were checking out on Tuesday (split reservation because of dining plan) because we came back to our room and they were asking why we didn't check out, we got a full cleaning with linens being changed, which was fine with us.

Swam in the main pool last evening and it was busy but not overly crowded.

I love having our own car, and not having to worry about suitcase weights. The drive wasn't as bad as I thought. I planned ahead with audio books, snacks, candy & drinks.

Will report back with the rest of our trip.

 

[AirGoofy]

We're planning a vow renewel in 2012 and inviting several family members/friends to join us and our pick will be the SSR.

A great choice and congratulations on your anniversary. How many years are you celebrating?

 

[Dizny Dad]

My husband is home on R & R from Afghanistan . . . . . . . . . . . .

We all gather around you both with THANKS for the service your husband is providing for our freedom and for the emptiness you have accepted in his absence.

May God bless you both and keep you both safe.

Hey, gang, let's all sprinkle some Pixie Dust on them for love, luck, and a World of Blessings!