We've never paid more than $169.50 a night at the Swan. That's an AP rate. It's so wonderful because the same stupid 60-day rule, a.k.a. the dreaded Best Rate Program, doesn't apply to the Swan or Dolphin. What I do is just call them directly and ask if there is an AP rate. And I can do that 30 days out, 15 days out, 50 days out...whenever I want to. There usually is a discount available and there is no non-refundable deposit. We'll be there in 45 days - CAN'T WAIT. We also stay at Disney owned resorts but we're starting to stay at the S/D more often. And I expect that trend to continue because of Best Rate...it doesn't work for us. I won't go on another venting session on Best Rate. I have nothing good to say about it so I'll just shut up. Try the S/D...you'll like it.
PamNC