Well, it's happening, can't get VWL or BCV at 7month window, and I own at both!!!!!

[TeresaNJ]

I'm not saying SSR is awful, in fact I think it is a beautiful resort and the rooms are gorgeous. I just didn't want to stay there because I'm not a big fan of Downtown Disney, and it's not close to any of the theme parks. Other than that I think it's great, LOL. Actually, I did just book a 2bedroom at SSR since I couldn't get in at BCV, VWL or BWV.

 

[Groucho]

Like I said...

Of course, the smaller resorts will fill up first.

It's purely conjecture to assume that SSR is the least popular. Unless you have proof of such statements, you should probably not make them. Your theory would only be valid if all the resorts were exactly the same size.

**removed quote from banned user**

 

[phorsenuf]

Honestly, I've booked October for the F&W festival for the last 5 years at either the VWL or the BCV around the 7month window and never had a problem getting it.

Well I know in 5 years all my kids will be out of school allowing me to be more flexible in when I go. I would love to go to the F&W but it doesn't work into school vacations.

Perhaps as the years go by more and more people are getting that empty nest and having that freedom.

Just a thought......

 

[CarolA]

Since I own at SSR, BCV and OKW I think I am pretty qualified in saying that ALL of them are fine. If I have to stay someplace other then my first choice I don't find in necessary to complain.

To folks who think that SSR is making this board mean. Nope, it's always been that way. I spend a lot of time on the DIS and I find the DVC board to be amoung the roughest. (outside of the Katrina board which I ran from) I feel sorry for DVC newbies who get on here.

If you don't agree with a poster about "how horrid" the resort is expect to be trashed. (I have been told by another poster that he/she would be glad to "break your legs so you need a wheelchair" Charming isn't it?)

 

[lts862]

For a points based system to work, all the resorts need to be equaly popular. Prior to SS, there was a pretty even demand for the resorts, that balance has now been thrown off. We have a system were the largest resort is the least popular. Because non SS owners fear having to spend their vacations at SS, they are booking their home resorts farther in advance. This will continue as long as we have more people trying to use SS points at other resorts, then we have other owners wanting to stay at SS. As it stands now when people call member services and request a room, SS is quite often the last choice. The bottom line is, plan ahead or your only option will be SS.

Oh Pul-eeze!!

Here we go again!

 

[dianeschlicht]

And if the most popular resort WAS the largest, it just might not be so popular anymore. That was not a well thought out statement. The charm of VWL and BCV just might be their lack of size.

 

[TeresaNJ]

If you don't agree with a poster about "how horrid" the resort is expect to be trashed. (I have been told by another poster that he/she would be glad to "break your legs so you need a wheelchair" Charming isn't it?)

OMG, those are some very harsh words. Geez, I was only venting because I was mad at my own stupidity. I hope I didn't come across as bashing SSR because I'm not. I just wish I wanted to stay there as much as I like to stay at VWL, BCV or BWV.

 

[senecabeach]

Teresa....

And the good news is...........

YOU'RE going to DISNEY !!!!


It'll be just "GREAT" !!!!!!
No matter where you stay...I'm looking forward to trying out ALL the resorts.....

 

[lts862]

If you don't agree with a poster about "how horrid" the resort is expect to be trashed. (I have been told by another poster that he/she would be glad to "break your legs so you need a wheelchair" Charming isn't it?)

You have got to be kidding!

 

[TeresaNJ]

Teresa....

And the good news is...........

YOU'RE going to DISNEY !!!!


It'll be just "GREAT" !!!!!!
No matter where you stay...I'm looking forward to trying out ALL the resorts.....

You're so right. Funny, now that I'm being "forced" to stay at SSR, I'm actually feeling a little excited about it. It's that "trying out something new" feeling. I'm not going to waitlist for the other resorts. I hate having things up in the air. I'll ask my sister and my daughter if they want to change over to SSR, and if they don't, that's okay. We can still meet up like we had planned. It's not like we spend every minute together anyway.

 

[sajetto]

Ahoy Captain Obvious!


I'm so glad someone is finally putting a stop to this.

I'm looking forward to enjoying the boards again

 

[NYBlue1]

If you don't agree with a poster about "how horrid" the resort is expect to be trashed. (I have been told by another poster that he/she would be glad to "break your legs so you need a wheelchair" Charming isn't it?)

Oh my God, I cant believe that! Well actually I can believe it but you know what I mean! Thats really really sad and pathetic, Im sorry somebody said that to you Carol , that makes me Livid !

 

[Anthony1971]

Since I own at SSR, BCV and OKW I think I am pretty qualified in saying that ALL of them are fine. If I have to stay someplace other then my first choice I don't find in necessary to complain.

To folks who think that SSR is making this board mean. Nope, it's always been that way. I spend a lot of time on the DIS and I find the DVC board to be amoung the roughest. (outside of the Katrina board which I ran from) I feel sorry for DVC newbies who get on here.

If you don't agree with a poster about "how horrid" the resort is expect to be trashed. (I have been told by another poster that he/she would be glad to "break your legs so you need a wheelchair" Charming isn't it?)

And the reason I stopped reading much less posting anything….
My cousin wants to stay at BC on our next trip –they have their own points, for the first time we all decided to go as a family—I refuse to stay there for the simple reason as to I witnessed first hand how some of the people who stay there treat the CM and it is sad as the resort has a lot to offer but I would rather be in remote part of SSR or OKW then see someone bash a CM because there exact wants were not met…. I like to enjoy my vacations… I deal with enough bashing the rest of the time…..

 

[LIFERBABE]

Ahoy Captain Obvious!


I'm so glad someone is finally putting a stop to this.

I'm looking forward to enjoying the boards again

Get em Dump Sista!

 

[shantay1008]

Teresa, I don't think CarolMN was talking about you in her post; she was talking about other experiences with posters who got slammed.

I think most people here realize that you were disappointed when you posted, and who here hasn't had plans not work out the way they'd hoped? But the great thing is that you quickly rebounded, and will have the opportunity to get to know SSR.

And now, lest I get yelled at again for being too "personal," I'll bring a factual question into play: Does anyone know if the number of visitors to WDW in general has gone up? I've read on here that the numbers took a large dip after 9/11, and were bound to go up again, but do the longtimers think they've surpassed pre 9/11 days? Or do you just think specific events are getting more well-known and popular? (There, pops, are you happy?)
Shannon

edit: sorry, I meant CarolA

 

[tomandrobin]

My two cents....

Food and Wine Festival has gotten really popular with DVC members! Its going to get harder and harder as special events grow. Also, I'm sure the Halloween events are also impacting DVC resorts as owners take advantage of that too.

We are going this year and staying at SSR by choice. Waitlist BCV, I would think there is still a good chance to get in. Either way, enjoy the Food and Wine Festival!! I know we will!! At the end of the day, I don't think it will make that much of a difference. Its the Food and Wine festival you are there to see.

Maybe I'll see you at SSR!

Take care!

 

[TeresaNJ]

I absolutely think the specific events are getting more popular, and I do think attendance has gone up quite a bit since 9/11. Now that I think about it, the five years I had no problems booking at the 7month window were all post 9/11, so maybe that does have something to do with it. Not to mention my big mouth, I can't stop telling people how great it is to go to WDW in October.

 

[dianeschlicht]

Shantay, I do think the crowds are past the pre 9/11 levels. I think a lot of folks who delayed vacationing for several years are heading out in force now, and the crowds are showing up. I also think folks are learning to enjoy the various "Disney yearly" events too. That just means that Disney has done a good job of marketing their product.

 

[conciergekelly]

Everyone is on equal ground at the seven month mark. SSR though it will be big ,isnt even sold out. I don't know how many owners there are of SSR right now but I bet it doesnt equal the BWV total owners? It isn't just people who own at SSR that trade out some may not be trading at all. It is all resorts especially at F& W. I have been going for years to F&W and it seem busier and busier each time.I also think that new owners want to try them all at first then settle into one that suits them best. I did that and I like SSR the best. Just because some people don't like SSR doesn't mean all won't. But I am sure if they keep it up around here there will be alot more people who simply won't try SSR. I don't get this? Buy Marriot if you aren't satisfied By the way...Don't worry I am staying at SSR (booked it at 11 months) and very happy.


edited to say this was not not directed to the OP but to few that seem to .

 

[LIFERBABE]

I absolutely think the specific events are getting more popular, and I do think attendance has gone up quite a bit since 9/11. Now that I think about it, the five years I had no problems booking at the 7month window were all post 9/11, so maybe that does have something to do with it. Not to mention my big mouth, I can't stop telling people how great it is to go to WDW in October.

Theresa, great to see you are feeling about it! It's funny, we brag about how great WDW/DVC is and then when people start showing up en masse, we get frustrated! LOL! I do the same thing!

Don't forget, SSR has a really great spa and they do AWESOME pedicures.

I also agree, that WDW attendence has increased since 9/11. They couldnt give rooms away right after, but the last 2 years the changes have been astounding. F&W was increased by a couple of weeks, because it is so popular. The codes and promotions are all but dried up. There was a report last year that the major theme parks reported record increases in attendence.

Plus we have caused quite a panic on these boards by telling everyone to book as soon as their window opens up, so that's what people are doing. I bet there are more Dis DVC members/lurkers than there are not. Especially the newest members who have had access to internet search engines to research their purchase and DVC. The secret is out! so book accordingly.