The "Waiting for ROFR" support group thread

[minniekissedme]

I think if it's not a Disney vacation then for me it's probable one of those Disney "wanna be's" like Universal Studios or maybe King's Dominion at least for now.

I have to say that Disney has spoiled my opinion on our local amusement park, Kennywood, which is a great amusement park. It's only about 40 minutes from my front door, has one of the best wooden roller coasters in the country, the Thunderbolt, and more than enough great rides to keep us going all day.

But what Disney does with attractions, cleanliness, and CM friendliness, just has me wanting the Disney type of experience all the time. I know that is a lot to ask for anymore and I think that's what makes me coming back for more and joing the DVC!

 

[Metsoskil]

Good morning to you...one more day of Spring break in this house so it's a stay at home dad day here.

? of the day thought...if it's not a Disney vacation, where would be your favorite vacation place?

We go to Rehoboth Beach in Delaware for two weeks at the beginning of every summer. The house we rent is in a private community with its own beach, and the beach is right across the street (I usually walk to the beach barefoot - it's that close.) We've always said that we will never give up our time at Rehoboth for anything. If we were hurting for money (or our roof started leaking...) we'd give on Disney before Rehoboth.

For us, Rehoboth always signals the beginning of summer, and Disney is the grand finale at the end in August. Both of us being teachers and having the summer off with the kids is awesome. Last year we spent as much time travelling as we did at home.

 

[Laxmom]

I agree. We used to get Kings Island annual passes and Disney ruined it for us!

Hey new DVC owners and owners to be.. I got this month's Mousesaver newsletter and there was an interesting deal on an owners locker. Here’s the deal:

I have negotiated an unprecedented, exclusive offer for MouseSavers Hot Deals readers only: sign up for Owner's Locker and receive $50 off the one-time Membership Fee, which includes your locker plus the initial delivery and pick-up. That's right, you can join for just $25* instead of the regular $75!

To get this special offer, simply visit http://www.OwnersLocker.com, click on the "Sign Up Now!" tab and select "I heard about it on MouseSavers" on the order form pull-down menu under “How did you hear about Owner’s Locker?” Then click on “Recalculate Order." The savings will appear onscreen.

This is a very limited-time offer. You must sign up between 3/24/08 and 3/26/08 to qualify.

Not traveling for awhile? No problem. Sign up now, get charged later! Owner’s Locker doesn’t charge you for the service until 30 days prior to check-in.

*The one-time Membership Fee is reduced from $75 (plus tax) to $25 (plus tax) for this offer. The reasonable annual fee of $99 for the Standard Annual Plan or $179 for Premium Annual Service still applies.

Thought you all might be able to use this!

Oh, and btw, fantastic lacrosse weekend! UVA won in OT by 1. Not sure which comes first on our list of favorites - Disney or lacrosse? Hmm.

 

[Laxmom]

Oh, I forgot. Hilton Head!!! Hands down!

 

[minniekissedme]

Both of us being teachers and having the summer off with the kids is awesome.

That's what real estate does for me...I'm the one that packs lunches, does, cooks, cleans...but I also get to take them to the pool everyday in the summer! My wife gets really jealous of that. All I need is my cell phone and business can always be done.

 

[tammymacb]

Laxmom, thanks for the OL tip! I need to see if my sister wants to share one! That's a decent discount..

 

[Laxmom]

Hey Tammy. I may be having a blonde moment here but are you cruising Sept 1 on the Magic? I think DVCgirl is too. We will be there with bells on!

 

[tammymacb]

I am! DCVnewgirl is my sister, Kristen. We ( and a bunch of others ) are sailing the Magic in September.

 

[barney44]

Waiting on ROFR approval for BWV starting today.

 

[tammymacb]

Congats! I LOVE BWV and that is where we bought also. Check in from time to time. There are great folks here to talk you through the process!

 

[Laxmom]

Cool, Tammy! I forgot you were sisters - severe blonde moment! I was active in the cruise meet board early on but it got kind of big, fast!! My family just isn't into it. Hope our paths cross! Maybe we can set up a meet on the ROFRers!

Welcome to stressville, Barney44!

 

[JaxDisneyFans]

We are new to ROFR. DH sent signed offer and deposit to TTS this morning. The wait begins.

We own at SSR and love DVC so we are hoping to add points.

 

[Tigger & Eeyore]

Congats! I LOVE BWV and that is where we bought also. Check in from time to time. There are great folks here to talk you through the process!

Good luck. It is very exciting. This board makes the waiting bearable! I made an offer on March 6th and got through ROFR on March 20th - now I am waiting to close. I am very excited. I am new to DVC and wanted to start out small so we purchased a June UY of 80 with 48 banked. We plan to use all 128 and borrow from next year and stay in a GV for our welcome home.

I can't remember who updates the list, but if you want to add us, I will let you know as we progress. I keep checking daily.

I have never been on a Disney cruise. Are they as great as they look? We cruised with Royal Caribbean to Key West, Cozumel and Belize a few years ago and the food on that ship was unreal!!!!

I thought a Disney cruise might be a great thing to do in a few years.

 

[Laxmom]

Disney cruises are amazing. I am afraid to try anyone else since. Disney just does it better!!

 

[minniekissedme]

I have never been on a Disney cruise. Are they as great as they look?
I thought a Disney cruise might be a great thing to do in a few years.

The Magic was our first Disney experience five years ago. We sailed during Thanksgiving week and had a blast. We were shown the premier of Haunted Mansion on Board before it's US release. I was chosen to play Who Wants to be a Mouseketeer (my first pin!) and the best part...we hit Castaway Cay twice!!

Apparently there was some big boat show in the Keys and we were diverted to CC. That was the first stop of the cruise. The next time was the day after Thanksgiving. The whole island was now decorated for Christmas...it was tremendous. Before we left for the day, Mickey and Co lit the Christmas tree on the dock...

Not that it wasn't good but I've had better food and that was five years ago. But I sure would do it again.

 

[sbittner]

I think I may need to join this group. I submitted our contract in 3/15 for 100 points at VWL and our paper work went to Disney on 3/20. This is out first contract for DVC and never new it could be so stressful. Please add me to the group list.

 

[disneymotherof3]

I think I may need to join this group. I submitted our contract in 3/15 for 100 points at VWL and our paper work went to Disney on 3/20. This is out first contract for DVC and never new it could be so stressful. Please add me to the group list.

You definitely need to join our little group! This is an awesome group of people that help support you through this stressful time. and good luck on your contract!

 

[minniekissedme]

I think I may need to join this group. I submitted our contract in 3/15 for 100 points at VWL and our paper work went to Disney on 3/20. This is out first contract for DVC and never new it could be so stressful. Please add me to the group list.

Congratulations...the party is just starting!

Looks like Ed has some work to catch up on from what I've seen posted lately!!!

 

[tammymacb]

I think Ed might be busy figuring how long till his next trip!

 

[Laxmom]

Well...found out we have been ROFR'd by Marriott. They waited until the
30th day and bought our week on HHI. There may be a DVC contract in my future! I can't go thru another 30 day wait like this one - at least DVC is more predictable and quicker! I'm bummed because we already have one every other year week at this resort but relieved because I would really be happy with DVC also.

We are just going to have to discuss this one.