dprincessmom
dprincessmom
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When the parks started closing the day before we were to leave and the need to use the points, we decided to change our Spring Break WDW trip to a Vero Beach long weekend. We had a 1 bedroom and had an amazing stay. When I was quickly researching, I had a hard time finding info in the forums, so I thought I would share my thoughts.
We aren't huge beach people and I don't know that I would ever have planned to use my points at Vero Beach but I was pleasantly surprised. As my sister said, it "felt like a WDW resort, the only thing missing was the bus to take you to the parks."
The staff and vibe of the resort were right on par with what we have come to know and love and you felt the "Disney Bubble," especially as everything was changing hour by hour due to the all the closings from the virus.
The pool was the highlight of our days. We played in the Atlantic ocean, rented Jet skis, played putt putt, did the Mickey Tye Dye t-shirts. There are a ton of additional activities to participate it. The girls spent hours in the hammocks just chilling out.
We had dinner with the pirates which was fun and a hit with the little one in our group, as we had promised characters for Spring Break. It was a fun time and helped fill the gap with the kids missing the WDW vacation they got for Christmas.
The only 2 negatives that I can comment on: One was the food selection. We had taken breakfast and snacks with us as we didn't change the grocery list when the location changed. The food is standard WDW resort food court selection and prices. BONUS discovery was a dole whip machine in the quick serve food area by the pool. Negative #2 was the incredibly small (and only) hot tub on the pool deck. My understanding after talking with CMs is that the refurb planned for later this year will include expansion of the hot tub size and count.
All things considered, we had a great time. I would likely book again if I had points or needed a break from the parks. It's a beautiful resort and I'm glad we gave it a chance.
Happy to answer any questions you may have.
We aren't huge beach people and I don't know that I would ever have planned to use my points at Vero Beach but I was pleasantly surprised. As my sister said, it "felt like a WDW resort, the only thing missing was the bus to take you to the parks."
The staff and vibe of the resort were right on par with what we have come to know and love and you felt the "Disney Bubble," especially as everything was changing hour by hour due to the all the closings from the virus.
The pool was the highlight of our days. We played in the Atlantic ocean, rented Jet skis, played putt putt, did the Mickey Tye Dye t-shirts. There are a ton of additional activities to participate it. The girls spent hours in the hammocks just chilling out.
We had dinner with the pirates which was fun and a hit with the little one in our group, as we had promised characters for Spring Break. It was a fun time and helped fill the gap with the kids missing the WDW vacation they got for Christmas.
The only 2 negatives that I can comment on: One was the food selection. We had taken breakfast and snacks with us as we didn't change the grocery list when the location changed. The food is standard WDW resort food court selection and prices. BONUS discovery was a dole whip machine in the quick serve food area by the pool. Negative #2 was the incredibly small (and only) hot tub on the pool deck. My understanding after talking with CMs is that the refurb planned for later this year will include expansion of the hot tub size and count.
All things considered, we had a great time. I would likely book again if I had points or needed a break from the parks. It's a beautiful resort and I'm glad we gave it a chance.
Happy to answer any questions you may have.
