Wishes Dessert Party ADR Watch Thread #3-book @ 180 Days Now!

[Wanna be Ariel]

I am SO EXCITED for you!!

I've been rooting for you ever since I read that top quote above. Your perseverance paid off.

Thank you so much. So sweet of you. I could not believe that it was open like that, and the first booking time I was able to book 11/29 this weekend, but was not that happy about going the night we arrive, but now it worked out perfect. Thank you again for the good vibes

 

[CJK]

Christmas week loaded now!

Shows online but crashed every time I tried to book it.

Called and got it booked over the phone.

Phone!

What day/time were you able to book? I'm booking for some friends, and their 180 window doesn't start until Wednesday. I hope I can find availability for them!!!

 

[Chokky]

December 23rd.
Still can only book for a 6pm time frame.

 

[CJK]

December 23rd.
Still can only book for a 6pm time frame.

Thanks! That's the day I want too...... Has anyone been able to book online? As an experiment, I tried to book the 20th online, but it wouldn't let me and just took me back to the main reservation page. Are any of you able to book online today?

 

[ConnieB]

I'm getting a message with Stitch on it saying someone ate the page when I try to see TT. Sounds like they must be working on it.

 

[frisdis14]

Thanks! That's the day I want too...... Has anyone been able to book online? As an experiment, I tried to book the 20th online, but it wouldn't let me and just took me back to the main reservation page. Are any of you able to book online today?

I booked online this morning for the 17th. But, at that time they were only available through the 19th. Probably a lot of traffic now that everyone knows they are booking.

 

[frisdis14]

I wonder why they haven't changed the times yet for December 1. Still says 6pm.

The CM I spoke with this morning said the time will not be changing. The time for Wishes frequently changes so they can add a second MSEP. They would have to call everyone with ADR's for that night and inform them of the change. She said they've received official word that this is the new procedure. The party is booked for 6 and then they are telling everyone to check the times guide for that day and arrive 30 minutes before Wishes is scheduled. I guess it saves them all that manpower making calls when there are changes.

 

[DVCkidsMOM]

Ack - CM on phone saw 6:20 but remembers a memo that it's wrong so she won't book it until talking with a supervisor. I'd rather get it right than messed up - stay tuned!

 

[Chokky]

Phone back and get a different CM.

In the mean time other people are booking and you may miss out.

Online is still not working but phoning is.

I am booked with a confirmation number as are others.

 

[wag1987]

It looks like Stitch put the page back, I just booked mine for Dec 8th at 6pm

 

[DVCkidsMOM]

OMG I am going to wishes dessert party Dec 24.

So here's the deal: Arrive 30min prior to fireworks time - check 2 weeks in advance and the day of to verify FW schedule. Paid in full now - 5 day cancellation policy. Good Luck everyone!

 

[CJK]

OMG I am going to wishes dessert party Dec 24.

So here's the deal: Arrive 30min prior to fireworks time - check 2 weeks in advance and the day of to verify FW schedule. Paid in full now - 5 day cancellation policy. Good Luck everyone!

Congratulations! Did you book online or by phone?

 

[DVCkidsMOM]

phone and hold time wasn't bad
at voice prompts I said "dont know" "magic kingdom" "special event" and got right in the speak to a live person que.

 

[nkwong]

super excited! i was able to book Dec 23rd at 6PM too (this was around 40 minutes ago). The CM actually told me there were no availabilities at first (she was checking 7:30PM+ times). I explained the ressies out are for 6PM, and she found openings! Hope everyone is able to get their dates.

 

[LynJ]

Christmas week loaded now!

Shows online but crashed every time I tried to book it.

Called and got it booked over the phone.

Phone!

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Our 180+10 was today and I was bummed I couldn't get the dessert party (but I got everything else for a 9 night FD stay). I was stalking the boards from work when I saw your post. Called in (since Stitch ate the webpage) and got the dessert party for Christmas night! I'm ecstatic, and the almost 6-year-old will be over the moon to see Tink flyover on Christmas!

 

[Chokky]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Our 180+10 was today and I was bummed I couldn't get the dessert party (but I got everything else for a 9 night FD stay). I was stalking the boards from work when I saw your post. Called in (since Stitch ate the webpage) and got the dessert party for Christmas night! I'm ecstatic, and the almost 6-year-old will be over the moon to see Tink flyover on Christmas!

Awesome!

I have been getting up at 4am my time (6am Florida time) every morning since last Monday to try and book this so I am exhausted.

Very happy I now have it booked and even more happy that I don't have to wake up early tomorrow morning!

 

[Priory]

The CM I spoke with this morning said the time will not be changing. The time for Wishes frequently changes so they can add a second MSEP. They would have to call everyone with ADR's for that night and inform them of the change. She said they've received official word that this is the new procedure. The party is booked for 6 and then they are telling everyone to check the times guide for that day and arrive 30 minutes before Wishes is scheduled. I guess it saves them all that manpower making calls when there are changes.

That procedure makes sense, but maybe they should make it so the website doesn't make you cancel your dinner reservation to book the party (if it's in that time frame - which it likely would be).

 

[CJK]

I've continued to play around with the website and it appears the party is now available to book online. Yay!! I just hope & pray the party doesn't get booked up for Christmas week before Wednesday. Nail biting here!!

 

[frisdis14]

That procedure makes sense, but maybe they should make it so the website doesn't make you cancel your dinner reservation to book the party (if it's in that time frame - which it likely would be).

Several have complained about having to cancel dinner adr's to book the dessert party. But, apparently if you call they can double book you for dinner and the dessert party. It just won't work online.

 

[Skywise]

Is Wishes still planned for 7:30 on 12/30 and 12/31? That seems incredibly early. I was thinking about trying to get dinner in the park after the castle lighting around 7 then hopefully get the dessert party for 8:30 (which was the time last year) for one of those days - but 7:30 means there's practically no time for dinner at all between castle lighting and the party...

Not that I mind having desserts for dinner... I guess I could treat them as appetizers but eating at 8:30ish seems awfully late. (or maybe that's the intent...)