There's no place like home, a December 2011 DVC pre-trip. 12/2 p56 DL and WDW updates

[winkers]

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Not wanting to air dirty laundry but I have been emotional ringer.

huh? It's probably just me, but I can't quite figure out what you were referring to.

 

[rentayenta]

huh? It's probably just me, but I can't quite figure out what you were referring to.

That should have said THROUGH an emotional ringer. Ya know when you are used to dealing with someone who presents with a certain kind of crazy? You get kind of used to it. When they take it to a new level of crazy and destruction- it's a little overwhelming.

 

[winkers]

That should have said THROUGH an emotional ringer. Ya know when you are used to dealing with someone who presents with a certain kind of crazy? You get kind of used to it. When they take it to a new level of crazy and destruction- it's a little overwhelming.

ok, that makes sense. I'm sorry you've had a hard time lately.

 

[Native NYer]

Check out the F&W menus...................http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2292574 notice all the little purple DDP snack icons? Makes me wonder if the QSDP would be a good deal. Some of those snacks are over $4; more like $4.75 and $5. I know we'll be snacking like crazy during the F&W Festival. Off to do some math......................

QS is def a good plan. I had no idea you were able to use DDP for F&W booths. I'd love to go to F&W, but my teaching schedule doesn't allow it. Although, I could go for a long weekend next fall

Are you definitely going for F&W?

 

[rentayenta]

ok, that makes sense. I'm sorry you've had a hard time lately.

Thanks. I slept 11 hours last night which is normally 2 nights worth of sleep. It felt good. Spent the morning outside, soaking up some last season sun.

QS is def a good plan. I had no idea you were able to use DDP for F&W booths. I'd love to go to F&W, but my teaching schedule doesn't allow it. Although, I could go for a long weekend next fall

Are you definitely going for F&W?

I have read October has the best weather and coupled with F&W makes it sound perfect. I hate for the kids to miss school but all 3 are very good students and catch up quickly.


You can use snack credits for a lot of foods but not booze. Some of the F&W treats are over $4 so that's a good use of credits. I salivate just looking at this year's menus. Now that DH and I got a true taste of WS, F&W is a must-do.

 

[rentayenta]

6 days until AZ/Vegas!!! ​

41 days until So Cal!!! ​

45 days until DVC ressie!!! ​

168 days until Mexico!!! ​

200 days until ADRs!!! ​

379 days until THV!!! ​

We have decided to leave for AZ on Friday now so the boys can see a Sun Devils' game on Saturday. The Cardinals have their bye week so no pro ball for them.

 

[Native NYer]

I have read October has the best weather and coupled with F&W makes it sound perfect. I hate for the kids to miss school but all 3 are very good students and catch up quickly.


You can use snack credits for a lot of foods but not booze. Some of the F&W treats are over $4 so that's a good use of credits. I salivate just looking at this year's menus. Now that DH and I got a true taste of WS, F&W is a must-do.

I'm thinking of going for a long weekend when school is closed in September (for Rosh Hashanah) or October (Columbus Day). I'd love to go to MNSSHP. When does F&W usually begin? September or October?

Are you considering the DDP? I read today that the regular DDP price changes according to when you go in 2010, where the the QS and Dx plan prices stay the same all year. That's a huge change!

 

[rentayenta]

I'm thinking of going for a long weekend when school is closed in September (for Rosh Hashanah) or October (Columbus Day). I'd love to go to MNSSHP. When does F&W usually begin? September or October?

I believe early October is when F&W begins.

Are you considering the DDP? I read today that the regular DDP price changes according to when you go in 2010, where the the QS and Dx plan prices stay the same all year. That's a huge change!

It is huge. They added seasonal surcharges due to time of year. DVC members will not be subject to the seasonal surcharges. But I am still not doing the DDP. If we were to get APs then TIW would be the way to go.

 

[rentayenta]

5 days until AZ/Vegas!!! ​

40 days until So Cal!!! ​

44 days until DVC ressie!!! ​

167 days until Mexico!!! ​

199 days until ADRs!!! ​

378 days until THV!!! ​

 

[BigGoofy44]

It is huge. They added seasonal surcharges due to time of year. DVC members will not be subject to the seasonal surcharges. But I am still not doing the DDP. If we were to get APs then TIW would be the way to go.

So true. TIW does look like a much better option than DDP.

 

[rentayenta]

So true. TIW does look like a much better option than DDP.

If we got APs and could use the TIW card for 2 trips- we'd save a ton and it would be well worth the $75 the card cost. Even with an 11 night trip, our savings should be substantial. I always think we won't be back within the year but honestly, we might have made a trip this December had we got APs. The good thing about TIW is that it's good for the entire party up to 10 people so not everyone needs an AP.

 

[rentayenta]

We might be going to Disneyland!!!!! DH suggested, last night, since we have had a pretty rough summer and even rougher weekend, that we skip Vegas and do AZ for 4 nights and Disneyland for 3 nights. I am totally dying right now. So the plan would be:

Friday: leave for AZ, stay the night in Mesquite.
Saturday: arrive in AZ by early afternoon.
Sun, Mon, Tuesday: AZ
Wednesday: leave AZ early, arrive in Disneyland by noonish. Disneyland is only open until 8 pm but I will take what I can get.
Wed, Thurs, Friday: Disneyland/DCA
Saturday: drive straight home, not stopping the night anywhere.




I called DVC Member Services to see if they had a Studio available at the GCV and they don't. They have a one bedroom for the first night and then a 2 bedroom for the last two nights. It would be over 100 points for 3 nights so no way to that. My friend gets discounts at all Marriotts and Hiltons so I called her. We can get the Anaheim Marriott, only 2 blocks from Disneyland, for $100 a night including taxes and parking. I reserved it. We still haven't decided 100% but didn't want to miss the friends and family discount.

 

[Trentmom]

Oh how awesome!!!!!

I can't wait to get out to Disneyland..

We are looking at going in 2011

 

[rentayenta]

Oh how awesome!!!!!

I can't wait to get out to Disneyland..

We are looking at going in 2011

I haven't been to Disneyland since 2005 and miss it so much.


I am totally dying. Park hours are okay. Thursday Disneyland is open until 8 pm, DCA 5 pm. Friday DL is open until 10 pm and DCA until 5 pm. But Friday DL is open until midnight and I am unsure about DCA. I'd like to be in the parks by 2 pm on Wednesday to make it worth the price of the hoppers.

I checked with getawaytoday.com and I can get 3 nights at the Hilton Garden Inn, free full breakfast daily, 3 pins with lanyards, 3 string backpacks, free hotel parking, ART for 3 days unlimted, and 3 day park hoppers for all for $1087 including all taxes. I have until 10 pm to decide. I am freaking out!!!! The rooms have fridges and microwaves and their beds are uber comfy. And their rooms were just renovated.

 

[rentayenta]

9 days until Disneyland!!!!!! ​

DH and I chatted and thought: what the hell!!!! We are going to Disneyland. I am seriously beside myself. We are planning on leaving AZ about 6 am for the 5 hour drive. That should put us in the park by noonish for sure!!!

It's booked and paid for and because Getawaytoday is local here in Utah, about 15 minutes from my house, they waived the $20 handling fee and DH is picking up the package tomorrow morning. I hope he doesn't bend the papers, I hate that!!!!

 

[Native NYer]

Yay a trip to Disneyland!!! I hope this means a mini tr

 

[wdwgirl03]

9 days until Disneyland!!!!!! ​

DH and I chatted and thought: what the hell!!!! We are going to Disneyland. I am seriously beside myself. We are planning on leaving AZ about 6 am for the 5 hour drive. That should put us in the park by noonish for sure!!!

It's booked and paid for and because Getawaytoday is local here in Utah, about 15 minutes from my house, they waived the $20 handling fee and DH is picking up the package tomorrow morning. I hope he doesn't bend the papers, I hate that!!!!

Ahhh I'm so jealous! I've only been to Disneyland twice but had so much fun. I really want to go back.

 

[BigGoofy44]

9 days until Disneyland!!!!!! ​

DH and I chatted and thought: what the hell!!!! We are going to Disneyland. I am seriously beside myself. We are planning on leaving AZ about 6 am for the 5 hour drive. That should put us in the park by noonish for sure!!!

It's booked and paid for and because Getawaytoday is local here in Utah, about 15 minutes from my house, they waived the $20 handling fee and DH is picking up the package tomorrow morning. I hope he doesn't bend the papers, I hate that!!!!

WOW!!! I've actually never been to DL (I'm not a huge fan of the L.A. area), but would so love to go (if I could avoid L.A.). That is exciting.

 

[DisneyJo]

Wow you're so lucky going to DL

I got back a few hours ago and had a fantastic time, didn't see Keith and Tracy though

 

[pooh'smate]

So excited for you!!!!

Sorry that you have had a rough time of it lately.