I never make a room request. Making a room request can be the difference between getting your room at noon or five.
I did not think about that. GOOD TO KNOW! Thanks!!Sheryl, something you should know as a new owner - DVC check in time is "after 4" and checkout isn't until 11. Since DVC runs at high occupancy, and many of the rooms involve kitchens - cleaning can take a bit. It isn't uncommon to wait until after 4 for your room - and it isn't unheard of (but is uncommon) to wait until 7 or 8 at night. A lot of people like the idea of getting into the first available room (particularly when you have little kids who need a nap) and choose that over requests.