mystery222184
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Let's bump this back up one more time!
We got back home a few days ago from our split stay of YC CL & GF RPC (which was amazing and I'll be reviewing later). I'll try to not compare too directly to the GF because we had a great time at the YC and were sad to leave after only a few nights.
I already mentioned it on the YC thread but I think the Strawberry Champagne drink at arrival is a great touch and wish all CL's would start adopting a similar approach. It reminds me of some of the resorts we have visited in the Caribbean that do the same and it just helps set that vacation mood!
I enjoyed the room decor. The Blues and whites were refreshing and despite these rooms being close to a refurb, we didn't have any issues with the cleanliness. We booked a GV room and had a great view of Stormalong Bay and the Boardwalk. Being able to view illuminations from our balcony was a very nice benefit!
The lounge was a good experience overall - as they all seem to be
I enjoyed he food offerings, which were relatively standard as far as Disney CLs go. I thought the hard-boiled eggs were great during breakfast as lean protein can be hard to find @ the other lounges. It may be the child in me but I also enjoyed the peanut butter & jelly shooters and caramel cups with apples served nightly. The lounge really needs to be bigger as they were several families who went back to their rooms to eat (only ran out the bacon wrapped scallops one night but replaced with bacon wrapped sausage - incredibly unhealthy but delicious!). As has been mentioned, the staff was hit or miss with cleaning up dishes in the hallway. One night we didn't see anything, then the following morning they were all over. This should be an easy fix - hopefully they pay more attention to it.
I will add that the CM's serving alcohol became a bit annoying at times, especially compared to the GF where they use much bigger glasses and you serve yourself. Now my fiancé and I aren't huge drinkers, but enjoy a glass or two of wine when on vacation over dinner. I guess there is a rule about 2 glasses per person in a seating now because when my fiancé tried to get a 2nd glass for herself and one for me, they wouldn't serve her (I thought that was frustrating given I was sitting in the lounge, they knew us, and the glasses were small). The CM's @ the GF were the exact opposite as I asked for a glass of champagne and was brought a big wine glass filled high (too high!) lol.
Despite that, we had a great stay @ the YC and I'm sure we will be back in due time. The short walk away from Epcot (especially during F&W) was priceless. We found Stormalong Bay to be the best pool on property and had no issue with crowds. I highly recommend the Crew's Cup Lounge for their truffle fries...highly! We especially liked waking up early to jog the Boardwalk and grab a treat at the Bakery. Even the music played in front of the YC/BC was so relaxing! Well that's it for now, hopefully this helps someone
We got back home a few days ago from our split stay of YC CL & GF RPC (which was amazing and I'll be reviewing later). I'll try to not compare too directly to the GF because we had a great time at the YC and were sad to leave after only a few nights.
I already mentioned it on the YC thread but I think the Strawberry Champagne drink at arrival is a great touch and wish all CL's would start adopting a similar approach. It reminds me of some of the resorts we have visited in the Caribbean that do the same and it just helps set that vacation mood!
I enjoyed the room decor. The Blues and whites were refreshing and despite these rooms being close to a refurb, we didn't have any issues with the cleanliness. We booked a GV room and had a great view of Stormalong Bay and the Boardwalk. Being able to view illuminations from our balcony was a very nice benefit!
The lounge was a good experience overall - as they all seem to be
I enjoyed he food offerings, which were relatively standard as far as Disney CLs go. I thought the hard-boiled eggs were great during breakfast as lean protein can be hard to find @ the other lounges. It may be the child in me but I also enjoyed the peanut butter & jelly shooters and caramel cups with apples served nightly. The lounge really needs to be bigger as they were several families who went back to their rooms to eat (only ran out the bacon wrapped scallops one night but replaced with bacon wrapped sausage - incredibly unhealthy but delicious!). As has been mentioned, the staff was hit or miss with cleaning up dishes in the hallway. One night we didn't see anything, then the following morning they were all over. This should be an easy fix - hopefully they pay more attention to it.I will add that the CM's serving alcohol became a bit annoying at times, especially compared to the GF where they use much bigger glasses and you serve yourself. Now my fiancé and I aren't huge drinkers, but enjoy a glass or two of wine when on vacation over dinner. I guess there is a rule about 2 glasses per person in a seating now because when my fiancé tried to get a 2nd glass for herself and one for me, they wouldn't serve her (I thought that was frustrating given I was sitting in the lounge, they knew us, and the glasses were small). The CM's @ the GF were the exact opposite as I asked for a glass of champagne and was brought a big wine glass filled high (too high!) lol.
Despite that, we had a great stay @ the YC and I'm sure we will be back in due time. The short walk away from Epcot (especially during F&W) was priceless. We found Stormalong Bay to be the best pool on property and had no issue with crowds. I highly recommend the Crew's Cup Lounge for their truffle fries...highly! We especially liked waking up early to jog the Boardwalk and grab a treat at the Bakery. Even the music played in front of the YC/BC was so relaxing! Well that's it for now, hopefully this helps someone
