The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread Part 3

[asmit4]

I haven't done it yet, we leave on Saturday, but yes, my plan is to check into WBC, then drive over to Pop, check in there, eat dinner at the food court (since we have the dining plan), then go back to WBC and move into our room. On our last day, I will check out of WBC, drive to Pop, check out there, use our last QS credit for breakfast then head to the airport. It might make the first day and the last day a little stressful and rushed, however what I lose there I think I will gain with FP+ etc. I totally admit that I am spoiled, I really just wanted to be part of the whole Magic Band thing and I justified it to myself by the fact that I am still actually saving a whole heck of a lot of money by not staying at BLT. My only concern is that housekeeping will be a little weirded out by the fact that the room is totally empty for a week, but I paid for the room, they can't actually force me to stay in it, right?!

We are doing this for 1 night so we can get FP+, MBs, EMH, included parking etc etc....in November. I will post how it went. Next year our plan is to do the same but for a longer period of time. For us the benefits of having WBC and all the inclusions of onsite is worth the extra 86 or so per day. (I booked All star sports for 86 bucks including taxes) Parking along brings it down to around 80....so that's 40/day for EMH and FP+ which includes double dipping (at least for right now)....cheap for what you get IMO.

Next year we might try for DDP and WBC We pay for the onsite perks and just choose to not use the 'room perk'.

 

[Upatnoon]

I haven't done it yet, we leave on Saturday, but yes, my plan is to check into WBC, then drive over to Pop, check in there, eat dinner at the food court (since we have the dining plan), then go back to WBC and move into our room. On our last day, I will check out of WBC, drive to Pop, check out there, use our last QS credit for breakfast then head to the airport. It might make the first day and the last day a little stressful and rushed, however what I lose there I think I will gain with FP+ etc. I totally admit that I am spoiled, I really just wanted to be part of the whole Magic Band thing and I justified it to myself by the fact that I am still actually saving a whole heck of a lot of money by not staying at BLT. My only concern is that housekeeping will be a little weirded out by the fact that the room is totally empty for a week, but I paid for the room, they can't actually force me to stay in it, right?!

I recall reading about people trying this or planning it on the Disboards. Some warned that if Disney noticed your room is unused, they could declare it abandoned and cancel your reservation, meal plan and tickets.

I would do a little more research before trying it.

 

[Kemorr]

Honestly, I'm not worried. I doubt Disney would cancel anything without at least calling the contact number on the reservation. If they do so, I'll explain the situation. There is nothing in the contract that states that the room must be occupied for any "minimum" amount of time. If I want to pay for a room and sleep somewhere else, that's my right. The tickets, meal plan etc are fully paid for and therefore belong to me. They can't just cancel them.

 

[eangel12]

Honestly, I'm not worried. I doubt Disney would cancel anything without at least calling the contact number on the reservation. If they do so, I'll explain the situation. There is nothing in the contract that states that the room must be occupied for any "minimum" amount of time. If I want to pay for a room and sleep somewhere else, that's my right. The tickets, meal plan etc are fully paid for and therefore belong to me. They can't just cancel them.

I'm very intrigued by this!! Can't wait to read your trip report.

 

[dancin Disney style]

I recall reading about people trying this or planning it on the Disboards. Some warned that if Disney noticed your room is unused, they could declare it abandoned and cancel your reservation, meal plan and tickets.

I would do a little more research before trying it.

This is exactly what I was going to say. There were numerous threads about it a few years ago when FD really caught on. People got caught.

Honestly, I'm not worried. I doubt Disney would cancel anything without at least calling the contact number on the reservation. If they do so, I'll explain the situation. There is nothing in the contract that states that the room must be occupied for any "minimum" amount of time. If I want to pay for a room and sleep somewhere else, that's my right. The tickets, meal plan etc are fully paid for and therefore belong to me. They can't just cancel them.

They absolutely can and will cancel your package. I do get what you are saying though....you've paid for the package so why should WDW care? I agree, why should they care, but for some reason they do.

 

[asmit4]

Honestly, I'm not worried. I doubt Disney would cancel anything without at least calling the contact number on the reservation. If they do so, I'll explain the situation. There is nothing in the contract that states that the room must be occupied for any "minimum" amount of time. If I want to pay for a room and sleep somewhere else, that's my right. The tickets, meal plan etc are fully paid for and therefore belong to me. They can't just cancel them.

You go girl! I'm right there with you! They cannot FORCE me to stay with my family in a shoebox to receive EMH and the dining plan. I can use whatever features I want to use because I PAID for them!

 

[Kemorr]

This is exactly what I was going to say. There were numerous threads about it a few years ago when FD really caught on. People got caught.



They absolutely can and will cancel your package. I do get what you are saying though....you've paid for the package so why should WDW care? I agree, why should they care, but for some reason they do.

Well, I didn't buy tickets through them (except a one day ticket to get dining), my 5 day tickets are through UCT. If they cancel my dining with no refund, I'll kick up a stink. Disney doesn't like a stink. If they refund me, I've not lost out on anything. I think canceling a free dining reservation is a but different. I didn't get anything "free". I paid for the dining and the room. Honestly, I think Disney has better things to do right now than cancel one reservation for one room that appears not to be being lived in in a very large hotel.

 

[asmit4]

Well, I didn't buy tickets through them (except a one day ticket to get dining), my 5 day tickets are through UCT. If they cancel my dining with no refund, I'll kick up a stink. Disney doesn't like a stink. If they refund me, I've not lost out on anything. I think canceling a free dining reservation is a but different. I didn't get anything "free". I paid for the dining and the room. Honestly, I think Disney has better things to do right now than cancel one reservation for one room that appears not to be being lived in in a very large hotel.

Keep us updated ok!

 

[Bellamouse]

Well, I didn't buy tickets through them (except a one day ticket to get dining), my 5 day tickets are through UCT. If they cancel my dining with no refund, I'll kick up a stink. Disney doesn't like a stink. If they refund me, I've not lost out on anything. I think canceling a free dining reservation is a but different. I didn't get anything "free". I paid for the dining and the room. Honestly, I think Disney has better things to do right now than cancel one reservation for one room that appears not to be being lived in in a very large hotel.

Right. Not to mention, if you are going to be using your DDP credits and charging to your "room", if they would go to close out your folio, they would see all that activity. It's not like the account is sitting there completely unused (as in a no show). Seems like it would be even less likely if they see all that activity that they would go ahead and shut it off.

 

[akadada]

You go girl! I'm right there with you! They cannot FORCE me to stay with my family in a shoebox to receive EMH and the dining plan. I can use whatever features I want to use because I PAID for them!

Exactly.

And if one really wants to show an appearance that the room is being used, you and the spouse can slip away at night (or during the day, no need to be picky) and . . .well. . . you know what I'm talking about...yeah you do...and you'll know the kids can't walk in... Afterward, use a snack credit to get some ice cream at the food court just for good measure.I'm just saying might as well be put to good use is all.

Sorry in advance if that was too much adult humor...

 

[SYLVESTER7577]

Exactly.

And if one really wants to show an appearance that the room is being used, you and the spouse can slip away at night (or during the day, no need to be picky) and . . .well. . . you know what I'm talking about...yeah you do...and you'll know the kids can't walk in... Afterward, use a snack credit to get some ice cream at the food court just for good measure.I'm just saying might as well be put to good use is all.

Sorry in advance if that was too much adult humor...

I was going to say mess the bed up every night for special effects but your ideal is far better. Really what is the Disney contract or definition for this? I could see the campground issues they had as they can really see abandonment but a room is a room especially with a do not disturb sign.

 

[eangel12]

I find it hard to believe that the maid service will care if your room isn't messy!! I'm assuming they move as quickly as possible!!

 

[luvsvacations]

Can anyone tell me - are the 3 bedrooms in all the buildings ??

 

[ProudMommyof2]

I find it hard to believe that the maid service will care if your room isn't messy!! I'm assuming they move as quickly as possible!!

You can actually kust request no housekeeping. I have a friend who travels with work documents and always does this so people ar not in and out of the room.

 

[sersee05]

Has anyone worked with Laru Resorts? He has a two bedroom deluxe(1 king and 2 queens) that looks pretty nice.. and it is way cheaper than the $2000 my ta quoted me for 5 days and 2 bedrooms at Bonnet Creek.

 

[DCTooTall]

Can anyone tell me - are the 3 bedrooms in all the buildings ??

yes, they are.

Has anyone worked with Laru Resorts? He has a two bedroom deluxe(1 king and 2 queens) that looks pretty nice.. and it is way cheaper than the $2000 my ta quoted me for 5 days and 2 bedrooms at Bonnet Creek.

$2000 for 5 days? wow. Looks like your TA is going thru Wyndham to get a price quote, and is therefor getting rack rates. Going thru anything OTHER that Wyndham you should be getting at least a sub $1000 quote for a 2bdrm for 5 days. Usual rates tend to run anywhere from $100-$150/night depending upon the time of year, length of stay, and the actual renter you go thru. (And you can sometimes get even better deals)

 

[sersee05]

Yep that is what I have been told...Everyone said that was crazy expensive. I got a two bedroom deluxe for $750..from Laru Resorts. Issue is he doesn't have one of my days open.

I just tried vrbo for a 2 bedroom presidential and the rate was $2100! Oh my goodness.

I am thinking Bonnet may not be in the card for me. I have tried all the avenues people have recommended. I will keep on swimming though !! I will keep my eyes out . My problem is it's last minute I guess in Disney eyes.

 

[DCTooTall]

Yep that is what I have been told...Everyone said that was crazy expensive. I got a two bedroom deluxe for $750..from Laru Resorts. Issue is he doesn't have one of my days open.

I just tried vrbo for a 2 bedroom presidential and the rate was $2100! Oh my goodness.

I am thinking Bonnet may not be in the card for me. I have tried all the avenues people have recommended. I will keep on swimming though !! I will keep my eyes out . My problem is it's last minute I guess in Disney eyes.

When are you going? You may want ot check Ebay if its sometime in the next couple months. You might find a reservation that covers your dates, even if it's a little longer, it could still be cheaper.

 

[sersee05]

Im going 11/22-11/29. Bellamouse was helping me with that . She is the one that gave me some great people to try. Honestly and this may sound stupid. I am scared of ebay. Haha. Im nervous I will get a scam or not have a room when I go.

 

[carlbarry]

Im going 11/22-11/29. Bellamouse was helping me with that . She is the one that gave me some great people to try. Honestly and this may sound stupid. I am scared of ebay. Haha. Im nervous I will get a scam or not have a room when I go.

Buy from people with many transactions and a high approval rating.