The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread part2

[Brian Noble]

I don't think she is very savvy with the membership..so double checking can't hurt.

If you want, you can learn all about the system by reading the Directory. It is ostensibly only available to owners, but here is a direct link:
http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/wyndham/memberdirectory11-12/

We've been very pleased with our (much smaller, purchased at resale) Wyndham ownership. The resorts are not necessarily posh, but are very comfortable, and there are several excellent locations.

 

[mygirl]

This is exactly how I feel about it now. For years we have stayed on site but my kids are older now and we need the space. I love Riverside and I will miss it, but I really think that BC is a better fit for us now. I can't wait to get there and see it for myself this Nov, but from the pictures, reviews and loads of information on these threads I am sold!

i also agree. we have only stayed on-site, but with there being 5 of us now my views on this have completely changed. i will highly appreciate the size and the beauty of putting kids to bed and not having to put myself to bed, too!

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

Just wondering if anyone here has used a taxi to the parks?
We'll probably have a rental car (if I can get a decent rate!), but we'll be there the week of July 4th, and I'm starting to think the parking lots will be a mad-house, not to mention the busses. I'm thinking that by the time I pay parking fees (no AP's) that a taxi might make sense some days.
Anyone have any experiences you'd care to share? Does anyone know the approximate price?
TIA!

 

[skateshome]

Anyone have any experiences you'd care to share? Does anyone know the approximate price?
TIA!

cabs to and from AK and HS are about $15 -$20 depending on how you like to tip. They are really close. Keep in mind you can get a bus schedule for The Grand as well. We found when the regular BC bus might have a lot of people......the Grand bus was right behind and basically empty. If you aren't toting a bunch of kids and strollers you shouldnt have a problem anyway. We used cabs at night a couple of times with sleeping children.

 

[dizneechic]

Has anyone stayed at WBC and used Garden Grocer? Just wondering how it works there.

We did. I posted my review earlier in this thread. Here's a direct link:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=44360652#post44360652

 

[::danielle::]

Has anyone stayed at WBC and used Garden Grocer? Just wondering how it works there.

I actually used We Go Shop when we stayed. I liked them so much better! They will shop at any store you like and from your exact list. You're not limited to what's available on the website. Plus you only pay the exact amount it costs. They make their money through fees (can't remember the amount now but you'll know it before you sign up) and tips.

The only caveat for all of the delivery services is that the earliest they can drop off is the day you arrive. Not a big deal, just something to keep in mind.

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

cabs to and from AK and HS are about $15 -$20 depending on how you like to tip. They are really close. Keep in mind you can get a bus schedule for The Grand as well. We found when the regular BC bus might have a lot of people......the Grand bus was right behind and basically empty. If you aren't toting a bunch of kids and strollers you shouldnt have a problem anyway. We used cabs at night a couple of times with sleeping children.

Thank you!

 

[::danielle::]

Just wondering if anyone here has used a taxi to the parks?
We'll probably have a rental car (if I can get a decent rate!), but we'll be there the week of July 4th, and I'm starting to think the parking lots will be a mad-house, not to mention the busses. I'm thinking that by the time I pay parking fees (no AP's) that a taxi might make sense some days.
Anyone have any experiences you'd care to share? Does anyone know the approximate price?
TIA!

The price without tip to Epcot was about $10. To MK was around $15 (without tip). If you take a cab in the morning, make sure you call for a MEARS cab. They are the only company that does not have to pay to enter the parking area. I read on here about a family being charged the $14 parking fee in addition to their cab fare.

Also, do not use the number provided on the bottom of the bus schedule to call the cab. That is a taxi clearing house so they cannot guarantee which company is sent. Google MEARS number and call them directly.

HTH!

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

The price without tip to Epcot was about $10. To MK was around $15 (without tip). If you take a cab in the morning, make sure you call for a MEARS cab. They are the only company that does not have to pay to enter the parking area. I read on here about a family being charged the $14 parking fee in addition to their cab fare.

Also, do not use the number provided on the bottom of the bus schedule to call the cab. That is a taxi clearing house so they cannot guarantee which company is sent. Google MEARS number and call them directly.

HTH!

And thank YOU, too! That's a great tip about the cabs & the parking fee. Am going to Google Mears right now so I have the number handy.

 

[cocoabean1]

I know that you can buy tickets at BC, are they cheaper than getting them at the park?

 

[dizneechic]

I actually used We Go Shop when we stayed. I liked them so much better! They will shop at any store you like and from your exact list. You're not limited to what's available on the website. Plus you only pay the exact amount it costs. They make their money through fees (can't remember the amount now but you'll know it before you sign up) and tips.

The only caveat for all of the delivery services is that the earliest they can drop off is the day you arrive. Not a big deal, just something to keep in mind.

We Go Shop's fees were a lot more expensive though, at least for us. We Go's rates:
Grocery total up to $100.00 = $25.00 service fee
Grocery total between $100.00 - $200.00 = $30.00 service fee
Grocery total between $200.00 - $300.00 = $40.00 service fee
Shop from more than one store - $5.00 per each additional store

For our Garden Grocer order we had:
Subtotal $114.48
Delivery $12.00
Sales Tax $8.01

Of course the cost of goods may be slightly less with We Go, so if cost comparing it would be best to make up a list from both and see where your totals with taxes and delivery land you.

 

[skateshome]

I know that you can buy tickets at BC, are they cheaper than getting them at the park?

No same price......sold by Disney.
The BC tickets are actually a Disney deck as well run by Disney.
i know this because I had a Disney gift card I had to use so I checked into
it.

I would recommend Undercover Tourist to save a little money on tickets.

http://www.undercovertourist.com/orlando/attractions/tickets.html

 

[Chelley00]

We Go Shop's fees were a lot more expensive though, at least for us. We Go's rates:
Grocery total up to $100.00 = $25.00 service fee
Grocery total between $100.00 - $200.00 = $30.00 service fee
Grocery total between $200.00 - $300.00 = $40.00 service fee
Shop from more than one store - $5.00 per each additional store

For our Garden Grocer order we had:
Subtotal $114.48
Delivery $12.00
Sales Tax $8.01

Of course the cost of goods may be slightly less with We Go, so if cost comparing it would be best to make up a list from both and see where your totals with taxes and delivery land you.

We like Garden Grocer because you can see right on the site exactly what you are paying before you place your order.

This time we have to use WeGoShop because Garden Grocer has very few if any gluten free items on it.

 

[budafam]

I ordered from WeGoShop because we didn't care for the Garden Grocer's limited selection on the website. We prefer certain brands over others... we made a list, sent it to them and that night the lady called us to confirm our delivery date (we're having it delivered the day after we arrive since we won't be checked into Bonnet Creek until then) and that was it. So far so good, we'll see how punctual they are with delivery

 

[casper_jj11]

Thanks for the info on Garden Grocer. I don't know many of the brands in the US so I really do need to 'see' what I'm buying ratehr than giving a list.. I expect if they get a list from me they'll all be scratching their heads not ever having heard of half the brands

Its great to hear they have refrigeration/freezer ability and that they'll deliver to your room.... hoping they'll deliver as we check in since we're hoping to get to the park upon arrival... but if not, stuff will stay safe anyway so we may just call to have it delivered when we arrive back from the park around 7pm

 

[gamomof2]

Here is an album of BC pics from our trip in April.

https://picasaweb.google.com/uahollem/WyndhamBonnetCreekResort?authuser=0&feat=directlink

Enjoy. We were in the original building with a stone terrace. No request, just given it. It was so huge. We ate one night at a poolside restaurant that was down near the hotel. It had a great happy hour and inside and outside seating.

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

Beautiful, gamom - Thanks!

 

[nancy155]

Here is an album of BC pics from our trip in April.

https://picasaweb.google.com/uahollem/WyndhamBonnetCreekResort?authuser=0&feat=directlink

Enjoy. We were in the original building with a stone terrace. No request, just given it. It was so huge. We ate one night at a poolside restaurant that was down near the hotel. It had a great happy hour and inside and outside seating.

Those are GREAT photos! Thanks for sharing! I cannot wait until our trip the end of July!

 

[branat]

This will be our first time at WBC. Can anyone tell me about any close fast food restaurants. We like to cook some but I also like to pick up subway, etc to take into the park after we have had a swim etc in the afternoon. Can you give me a general idea of how far as well? Thanks!

 

[Tracey123]

We Go Shop's fees were a lot more expensive though, at least for us. We Go's rates:
Grocery total up to $100.00 = $25.00 service fee
Grocery total between $100.00 - $200.00 = $30.00 service fee
Grocery total between $200.00 - $300.00 = $40.00 service fee
Shop from more than one store - $5.00 per each additional store

We Go's fees may be higher, but Garden Grocery charges more for every single item. For example a bottle of Gatorade is $1.69 thru GG and We Go would most likely only by $1.00. Either way...having the groceries delivered is awesome! My kids went to sleep the first night before the groceries arrived and I told them the next morning that they "magically" appeared while we were sleeping....it is Dinsey!!!