Based on what we now have heard about the opening of the restaurant next month, and Disney's announcement that CCV will go on sale sometime this year, I think most of the construction should be pretty far along by October. I would go ahead and book it (if you're a VWL owner) and then take a look at the 7 month window in March to see what the progress looks like then. If it doesn't look good, you can always try to switch the reservation to another location though F&W Festival timing is a very popular one for DVC members. Regardless of your concerns, I'd definitely book your dates ASAP at your home resort (assuming it is at WDW) since we are well within the 11 month window at this point. Good luck!
I couldn't agree more. I know every trip is " magical" but I want it to be particularly good for what we spend, and nothing to steal my pixie dust ! We have VLW slotted in pencil right now for May 2018 ! Hopefully we can ink that in soon....I have a different opinion. Even a DVC vacation costs mucho money and I want the best experience possible. Half of the main lodge rooms and elevators are closed off, cabins are being built at the waters edge along with a restaurant and new pool. The boulders around the new pool are currently being built and most of the construction areas are blocked off with a fence. I would prefer to wait and visit the resort after construction is completed, grounds are replanted, both pools working, maybe stay in a new room, and eat at the new restaurant.
Bill
I just booked the week between xmas and New Years today! What are the chances construction will be complete?
Yes and yes. The boats have not stopped running at all due to the construction. Meanwhile, both WCC and AP have been and will be open barring any last-minute decision to renovate one or the other. We'll also be there in May and have our reservations for AP per usual: early, by a window, and with a bottle of nice red.
