mommyrosa2
The best thing about Memories is making them
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- Apr 27, 2011
Wanted to pop in and wish everyone a Happy New Year!! I've been away from everything for the last 2 weeks and boy do I have some catching up to do.
Hi All, we'll be at a 2 BR BCV from Jan 10 - Jan 20 - SOooooo excited!! First trip to WDW! I'm wondering how fun the pool parties are for 4, 6 and 10 yr olds? It says they have things like charades, building sand castles etc. Is it something we'd come back from a park for? I understand there are reno's at the BC and SAB and it kind of makes us sad! But I'm sure we'll love it. Thanks! Renee
Quick question about standard rooms at the Beach Club. Has anyone stayed in a room that is over towards the YC near the truck loading bay? Is it loud? Overall I'm not too concerned about sound levels, and I don't care about my view, but I thought I read somewhere that it gets really loud in one area of the BC early in the morning because the trucks beeping when they reverse etc. Thoughts?
In my experience, it was loud. I was staying CL, so fifth floor. We had room 5232. The trucks started backing up before six a.m. I'd already asked to move to another room because I didn't want to look at dumpsters every time I went on to the balcony. They were able to move us the next day so I only had to deal with it one night. Honestly, I'd have been crazed by the end of the week waking up to that every morning. I get up at 5:30 every day to go to work not when I'm on vacation.
What do you think our room request should say if we want to be away from the truck loading dock or whatever it is? I am a light sleeper & that would not be good to be up at 5:30!
Thanks Tarak! Same question as the PP....what would you recommend putting on room request if you don't want to be near the truck loading bay?
In my experience, it was loud. I was staying CL, so fifth floor. We had room 5232. The trucks started backing up before six a.m. I'd already asked to move to another room because I didn't want to look at dumpsters every time I went on to the balcony. They were able to move us the next day so I only had to deal with it one night. Honestly, I'd have been crazed by the end of the week waking up to that every morning. I get up at 5:30 every day to go to work not when I'm on vacation.
What do you think our room request should say if we want to be away from the truck loading dock or whatever it is? I am a light sleeper & that would not be good to be up at 5:30!
Thanks Tarak!
Same question as the PP....what would you recommend putting on room request if you don't want to be near the truck loading bay?
Another excellent question about your return to the YC. I am not an expert on the operating hours of the monorail, but I suspect you should be fine getting back to the MK to take the bus, or to take the monorail from the TTC to EPCOT.
Only thing I don't know is what would happen if you arrive at EP after it closes at 9. Will they still let you in to walk through? Not clear. Plus, based on timing, you may be swimming upstream fighting foot traffic of everyone trying to leave EP after Illuminations.
Transportation generally operates for an hour after MK closing, so should be running till 9 the nights you need it. Depending on how long you dine, you should be able to get back to MK with no problem to catch a bus. Agree with pp that you may have an issue getting thru Epcot if you arrive close to 9, however, so that may need to be a game-time decision once you arrive at MK.
I really hate to say this but for the money (approx. $20) a cab ride back from the Poly to the YC/BC was the best thing we did after a late dinner at the Poly. It was just too easy to do and a heck of a lot more convenient.Okay - that's great to know! The night at the Polynesian is, of course, the later meal, so we'll have to see how things go (walk to TTC, take bus... somewhere, depending on time - MK to bus back to Epcot? Epcot to fight upstream to the other side?!), but we should be okay to walk from Contemporary to MK and bus back. As my husband said "the worst that happens is we have to go to Downtown Disney." There was, amusingly, an article in our local paper about the renovation going on there so now he's really interested. I... can't say why. Maybe to one last time visit before the name change?
Hi all, I am new to this thread. We currently have reservations at Caribbean beach and are considering switching to Beach Club. Would you recommend this and Why. I would like some personal opinions other that the difference in amenities. Thanks so much for your help
I am loving reading through this thread! I've always wanted to stay at BC and this summer I am Doing a split stay first at AKL June 21-23 and then the 23-26 at BC. So excited!!
Can anyone let me know what type of coffee makers are in the rooms? I'm staying in a Garden room at the end of the month and would like to bring coffee from home, but need a little info before. Are they they single cup type of coffee filter baggies? I wouldn't think it would be more than a single cup type, but I could be wrong. Also, what type of coffee do they provide in the rooms?
Thanks in advance
Same type of machine was in our CBR room and we brought coffee pods with us. Found them online at Coffee King and they worked out great! I took the pods, which are individually sealed, out of the box and put them in a ziplock in our checked bag.
OK quick question... Has anyone ever used their Amazon Prime to send things to the resort? I am trying to decide on packing some essentials in a suitcase, mailing myself or using my Prime account? We only have 20 days till check in and I'm trying to tie up some loose ends. TIA
I just did online check-in for YC and my options were: (pick 2)
Ground Floor
Lower Floor
Upper Floor
Early check-in (choosing this option means early check-in is more important than room location)
I picked upper floor, and will call to see if I can add "facing Epcot" to my room request.
I check in April 4th (BC) for the first time. I wasn't going to check in online (eligible next month) because I will go to the desk to make sure I have a daybed (we are a family if 5) since I was told not to bother requesting this because it should happen anyway. My reservation currently has a full balcony noted. I need to add upper floor to this reservation but I'm afraid to ask for too much should I avoid online check in or do so, add the upper floor request and then still visit the front desk to make sure I have a daybed or if I check in online, do I mess up any opportunity to make changes if needed upon check in?
Could you please change our dates? We will now be staying BC 7/17-7/23/15. We were only able to book a bounce back for the last 3 days of our stay so we decided to try the WL for those days. This way DD gets her 21st b'day at her favorite resort and DS gets to try his choice of WL for his 19th. Our kids must have great parents! LOL!
It says this when you go to room requests on the online check in site for the BCV:
Add up to 2 room requests. Though we try to honor all requests, we cannot guarantee them, unless otherwise indicated below.
Housekeeping Requests:
Pack 'n Play® Playard
Room Requests:
Ground floor
Near transportation
Have a sudio room booked if you think that matters. Am at 12 days now and are getting so nervous hoping I havnt forgottens something it is redicoulus. Will try to take pics of the view and room for the view thread if I remember.
Hi All, we'll be at a 2 BR BCV from Jan 10 - Jan 20 - SOooooo excited!! First trip to WDW!
I'm wondering how fun the pool parties are for 4, 6 and 10 yr olds? It says they have things like charades, building sand castles etc. Is it something we'd come back from a park for?
I understand there are reno's at the BC and SAB and it kind of makes us sad! But I'm sure we'll love it.
Thanks!
Renee
Question about CL. We will be staying in YC, is the nespresso maker only new in BC? Or is there an updated machine in the YC lounge? Thanks
Wanted to pop in and wish everyone a Happy New Year!! I've been away from everything for the last 2 weeks and boy do I have some catching up to do.
Quick question about standard rooms at the Beach Club. Has anyone stayed in a room that is over towards the YC near the truck loading bay? Is it loud? Overall I'm not too concerned about sound levels, and I don't care about my view, but I thought I read somewhere that it gets really loud in one area of the BC early in the morning because the trucks beeping when they reverse etc. Thoughts?
Have the deluxe rooms been renovated yet or are they done when the floor that they are on get done? Trying to decide whether to try to switch from lagoon view cl to a deluxe for the extra room. Can't remember if I saw anything about them be done already or not. TIA!
Hi all, I am new to this thread. We currently have reservations at Caribbean beach and are considering switching to Beach Club. Would you recommend this and Why. I would like some personal opinions other that the difference in amenities. Thanks so much for your help
The main asset: Location. Location. Location.
Nothing beats strolling over to World Showcase for some late night dining and/or people watching. And to walk/boat over to HS is great.
And Stormalong Bay. It can be intimidating to start but once you get settled in there's nothing like it on property.
Just wanted to wish you all a Happy New Year!!!
Okay - that's great to know! The night at the Polynesian is, of course, the later meal, so we'll have to see how things go (walk to TTC, take bus... somewhere, depending on time - MK to bus back to Epcot? Epcot to fight upstream to the other side?!), but we should be okay to walk from Contemporary to MK and bus back. As my husband said "the worst that happens is we have to go to Downtown Disney." There was, amusingly, an article in our local paper about the renovation going on there so now he's really interested. I... can't say why. Maybe to one last time visit before the name change?
We've got 19 days to go. Today was the first day schools were back in session and my work place was at 100%. It was also our first gross weather day and we all drove to work on icy snow covered roads because, you know, the fact that weather happens in Michigan in January is always a huge shock. Anyway! In 19 days, I won't be dealing with this once I'm on the plane!
I really hate to say this but for the money (approx. $20) a cab ride back from the Poly to the YC/BC was the best thing we did after a late dinner at the Poly. It was just too easy to do and a heck of a lot more convenient.
Katesdad
The loading dock area is near the YC. I don't think there is very much noise from the loading dock for the BC guests, since there is a huge flat roof blocking the view of the dock area. But if you are staying at the BC you could request a room near the lobby or close to Epcot. Then you won't be anywhere near that area.
For BC, yes, for YC, no. However, I think what is being suggested is that if you are at the BC and request "Close to Epcot" you may be more likely to get a room that is not near the dumpsters. Not having stayed at BC in a SV room I'm not 100% certain about this but the map seems to indicate that this is so.I think my brain is mixed up - not hard to do! Aren't 'close to Epcot' & 'near the lobby' in opposite directions? No? I think I need to pull up a map!
I think my brain is mixed up - not hard to do! Aren't 'close to Epcot' & 'near the lobby' in opposite directions? No? I think I need to pull up a map!
For BC, yes, for YC, no. However, I think what is being suggested is that if you are at the BC and request "Close to Epcot" you may be more likely to get a room that is not near the dumpsters. Not having stayed at BC in a SV room I'm not 100% certain about this but the map seems to indicate that this is so.