Who is thinking of an add-on at Saratoga Springs?

[CaptainMidnight]

We currently own at VB and BCV.

Sounds like a great combination. I'm anticipating VB reservations becoming harder to get in the 7 month window at peak times, so our ownership there may be a nice advantage. There's just times when a relaxing beach vacation is more enjoyable than the hussle and bussle, and a combination vacation seems to work our very nicely.

 

[TDC Nala]

Captain Mid,

I can go to PI every night because I don't have kids! But, small kids are allowed at PI with adults. They're not allowed in all the clubs (some of the dance clubs have age limits) but I see them in the ones I go to. They may get pretty grouchy staying out till 1:30 every night, though! And I'm not going to get into the ever-popular debate about whether kids have any business at PI at all. I think that's up to the parents.

Also, with no kids I don't have to make it for early entry to the MK, so I have lots of time to sleep off PI...

 

[Dean]

Originally posted by doubletrouble_vb
Why less deluxe...other than the fact that I think it was originally built with the notion it would be a moderate? One difference between WL now and WL pre-VWL is that there wasn't any kind of exercise facility but there is now. Other than that the main difference would be easy access to nightlife...kind of a big thing I suppose...the other MK hotels have some form of built in night life. Of course I don't like most of the views from BWV/BCV so that may influence me.

Maybe you should ask Disney and not me. As I already explained in my previous post this is my attempt at an honest and somewhat objective assessment. Since I personally prefer the decor and ambience of WL, I think any opinion that I have that WLV is less "Deluxe" than some of the others is as objective as anyone on the board can have. I actually prefer OKW. As I noted, there are many pieces of info that confirm that Disney considers it a lower resort, mainly room prices. It's actually the location I suspect that pulls it down somewhat but I think the standard rooms there are more standard than some of the other resorts being discussed. My interpretation is my view of what 1000 or 10000 people on a survey would say and not what you or I preferred ourselves, one would have to exclude owners at either resort as a minimum or more likely DVC members in general to get an unbiased survey. Still when the prices for bascially every room (Villas or hotel side) for every time of year is lower than BCV or BWV, it's hard to defend WLV as being on par from a Deluxe standpoint. If you don't agree and would pay as much or more for WLV, pay me the BWV or BCV price and I'll schedule your rooms for you pocketing the difference, LOL.

 

[Simba's Mom]

Originally posted by luckytso
We are the hotel type, I don't like the condo style

luckytso, I specifically asked my guide about that a few weeks ago-DH is just the opposite of you and prefers the condo style of OKW (guess that's why there are different resorts). According to Glenn, our guide, SSR will be hotel style, not condo style.

 

[luckytso]

Simba's Mom,

Funny you mentioned it. When I was at BWV over a week ago, I was told by my guide that Saratoga would be more like OKW, condo style, but each building will have more units than what OKW has. That is why I have the impression why it is condo like. I may be wrong though.

 

[Disney Doll]

We probably won't be buying any more points at SSR, as we have about as many points as we really need right ow. I will certainly want to stay there though, just as I want to stay at each DVC resort, to experience all the different themes and amenities that each different resort has.

So far, we've been to OKW, BWV,BCV. We'll be doing the VWL in May, and hope to get to VB and HH within the next few years.

 

[Disney50]

No we won't be adding on with SSR, But we did stay at the DI in 95, and after we closed down the Jazz Club at PI, I certianly liked the location of DI.

Of course we did not have any children then, and that more than anything wieghs on my decision, plus the fact that I would go broke spending all my money everyday on merchandise in DD.

 

[Maistre Gracey]

We will look at SSR when it is complete, and make our decision then as whether or not to buy.

Anyone that has ate at Artist Point, used Sturdy Branches, or simply marveled at the architecture and themeing of VWL/WL, can not with a straight face say that this resort is "less deluxe". I honestly appreciate and respect all opinions, but I firmly believe the higher price structure of BCV/BC is because more people prefer the Epcot location, not because WL/VWL is "less deluxe".

PS- Thanx Captain

 

[sgtpet]

I know for a fact that I will not be purchasing at SSR. I am looking forward to staying there someday. If anything I would add on more points at BCV instead of SSR.

 

[fkj2]

I really enjoy reading these thoughts but am left with one of my own;

So many resorts, so little time.

 

[schucrew]

We don't plan to add on at SSR - I think we have enough points now. (But we've said that 3 times before!)

When we were at the OKW Member Update the end of January, the CM presenting it said that the points requirements at SSR would be the same as at OKW. (Not sure if this is true, but he did say it.) For what it's worth, he also said that all the ideas and concepts from Eagle Pines have been transferred to SSR. It almost sounded to me as though Eagle Pines has been scrapped or put on the back burner indefinitely. It will be interesting to see what happens.

 

[Dean]

Originally posted by Maistre Gracey
We will look at SSR when it is complete, and make our decision then as whether or not to buy.

Anyone that has ate at Artist Point, used Sturdy Branches, or simply marveled at the architecture and themeing of VWL/WL, can not with a straight face say that this resort is "less deluxe". I honestly appreciate and respect all opinions, but I firmly believe the higher price structure of BCV/BC is because more people prefer the Epcot location, not because WL/VWL is "less deluxe".

PS- Thanx Captain

Location is part of the package, can't separate one from the other.

 

[WDWMom]

I will be interested to learn what the exterior facilities and details will be at SSR. If it has a themed pool on par with SAB I think that will change some minds. I would consider adding on there for that point alone. We love SAB, Luna park pool, and Jellyrolls but don't like the point structure or locations of either BCV, or BW.

 

[RweTHEREyet]

Looks to me like I might have the place pretty much to myself. Suits me just fine.

 

[ScottOKW2K]

No plans to add on at SSR, or any other resort anytime in the near future. .

Not that we don't have the desire - it's just that after we paid off DVC and the wife's car she came HOME !! Believe me, having somewhat less money and ALOT less Stress make it all worthwhile .

So those of you that buy at SSR, wave at us as we drive by on our way to OKW. We're the ones that will spend the weekend somewhere alse on cash to ssttrreettcchh those points we have.

 

[littlestar]

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Originally posted by Dean

I believe BWV sold more points in the same time than either WLV or BCV, it's just a larger resort and took longer to sell out.

I wonder how fast VWL and BCV would have sold out without:
9-11, the recession, and the threat of war? I've been really surprised that both have done as well as they have with the way the world is right now.

 

[vanstoj]

At this point we are not considering SSR but are considering a new contract at Hilton head before they close out, but money is a little tight and would actually like to add on 80 - 100 points at HH. Unfortunately, our use year is closed so we would have to add 150 points to get magical beginnings. Maybe we'll buy a resale next spring. Would consider SSR add on only if they either gave us 10 more years or included Disney tickets. Does anyone think they will ahve to do something special to sell this resort?

 

[Simba's Mom]

That's what I was thinking, but then again, I was wondering if I was the only one who saw absolutely no appeal to SSR-may be a nice place to visit once, just to say we tried it, but if we never try it, I won't be upset. I'm very uncomfortable with the proximity to Pleasure Island and the potential for noise late at night.

 

[AnnaS]

As of now we are pretty satisified witht the # of points we have (of course we would want more, who doesn't ). With limited vacation time, one son starting college, etc. just cannot squeeze vac. time in. We bought in 2000 and have yet to stay at any of the two resorts we purchased in. (first time OKW. 7/03). If we even consider adding any points, I would like to have tried both OKW and BCV and decide if I want any in OKW, or BCV. I might just consider a new location (off disney), HH.

 

[Happy Birthday Cat]

It just seems to me that when the BCV's were being built, there was a huge buzz about buying into there. That is not the same with SSR. Maybe it's the combination of the economy and the location. I think it will sell, but slowly. It will provide DVC with a product for some time to come.

HBC