DisneyFanJenn
Yes, we are going AGAIN!
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- Mar 15, 2014
I would think that the MagicBand would be a much easier way to open a guest room door, than pulling out my phone/app.
Don't forget to factor in the stellar wifi signal at Disney....
I would think that the MagicBand would be a much easier way to open a guest room door, than pulling out my phone/app.
Okay, so for us technically challenged individuals (I still use a flip-phone). will the Mouse give us a cell phone to use during our stay so we can download the app? Hey, don't laugh, that phone has been very good to me over the years and I have no intention of replacing it.
Katesdad
Sandcastle Club at BC shutting down July 31, 2018.
Not to pound this issue to death, but with all the walking-dead in the parks today (who hasn't had to jump aside to avoid someone fixated on their texting while walking?), I can see the logic why Disney wants to go to this option for opening doors to rooms. There will probably be some kind of maintenance and security option making it easier for staff to remotely gain access to a room when needed. On the other hand, I have a neighbor who is now 18 and has been in trouble for a number of years for hacking into computers that he shouldn't have been snooping around in. I would think this technology will be something easily broken into by those with the technical skills and the nefarious intentions to do something they shouldn't be doing.
Katesdad
Hi there. Please add us to the list!!! We are going to our beloved YC Aug 21-25, then going to the Poly Aug 26-29. I am actually nervous that I wont be
happy at the Poly. Ive always wanted to stay there, but we really love YC. And its our first split stay too.
Can you add us to the list too? We will be staying at BC 1BR Villa 7/19/18-7/28/18. We have never stayed here, but stayed at Boardwalk last year and wanted to give Beach Club a try, the resort looks beautiful!
@natebenma
"Omygoodness, I'm so glad you posted this...
We changed our dates to the following week, March 7 - 13.
BC, CL.
THANK YOU!"
I should have added, " Would you please add my room the list??? Thank you,
Nonna T
Looking for some opinions on club level - right now we are booked for 9 nights at the BC in a garden/woods view room. There is no offer for our dates for that room category. However, I noticed we could upgrade to a standard view CL room for $250 and I'm trying to decide if we should go for it. We are rope drop people, so unfortunately I don't think we'd be able to take advantage of the breakfast most days. We are planning on taking afternoon breaks on at least 3 or our days and also have a resort/pool day planned (though we will need to leave for a 5 o'clock reservation at 'Ohana). We will arrive around 10-11 a.m. on our first day and will be at the resort all night, and we also tend to get back earlier than most since our kids are young and can't make it too late. And, we'd be downgrading our view. In your opinion, is it worth it? How bad are the standard CL views? This would probably be the only trip I'd consider it since it's such a small amount above what we're paying for a regular room.
My DS 14 is almost 6"2 and he was quite happy on the pull out. I laid down on it once and found it very uncomfortable but he didn't mind. It was definitely a queen size pull out.
We got home a couple of days ago so I will talk more about the room. It was 2522 as I mentioned close to secret exit, very far from lobby. Was queen bed and pull out. My one big caution about the room is it is a joining room which is great if you need or want one, however we could hear the people next door talking clear as anything. I could easily follow along with their conversation. It made it very difficult to sleep a couple of nights. We left the tv on to drown them out. I am sure they do not appreciate our early mornings either! The last two nights I think the room as empty because we didn't hear anything.
BC was great as usual but the chilly weather the last couple of days closed the pool on us! That was a disappointment. The smell of the lobby and decorations were amazing. I am not sure we will be back for a few years. Going to travel to other locations for a while. Thanks again Dee for an amazing board!
HI! We are going to be staying at YC for the first time in October/November during Food and Wine!
We got a standard view club level with the military discount and I hope to run the 5K during Wine and Dine!
Looking forward to staying at BC in May! It’ll be my fourth trip there. My kids were pretty young the last time we were there in 2011, and we were only there for two nights. We were in a BCV with an amazing corner balcony.
Our room category is standard. Looking at room views, it seems like we’ll have a nice view of a roof to enjoy, lol. Our last stay was at BW. Our standard view was practically a BW view. We’ve always been spoiled with upgrades or “non standard” standard views but I have a feeling our luck may run out there. On the plus side, it looks like we’ll be close to the lobby?
Hi, DH and I will be staying at YC for the first time 3-3 thru 3-7 for a short stay. DD and I usually stay at the BW, but I could not get an AP rate there, so decided to give YC a try with DH (who is not a big Disney guy). I appreciate all the good information provided and noticed the same thing that @OneinThree commented on. I actually think that DH will be glad that YC is a bit quieter, with fewer families. (DD is 23 and an only who is now in grad school at Ohio State.) I booked a "garden or woods" view -- mostly don't want a few of a roof top. I like higher floors, but if anyone has a suggestion for room location, I'd love to hear it.
Thanks again for this helpful thread. I really did read through the beginning with the backgrounder stuff and then the last couple of weeks worth of posts. Good stuff!
We were at BCV from 12/29 - 1/1 and then AKL from 1/1 to 1/6. 12/31 was also our only pool day, as the rest of the time it was either raining or "near" freezing cold days. So glad we took advantage of the pool when we could.
Food and beverages at Disney are very expensive; however, there's no way that in our case (just the two of us) that even hitting the lounge twice per day would come close to approaching the cost of CL. Now, if we took some of our 5 kids with us, the equation might look very different in that regard in terms of cost and convenience. For me, I just think about all the other things I could do at Disney with that additional $200-$250 -like dinner at a signature restaurant .
The difference is only $250 TOTAL? If it were ME, I would switch, but that's because I am not a rope dropper and would totally take advantage of the food options. You need to look at what will benefit YOU best. Do you put the kids to bed and sit on the balcony enjoying a glass of wine ? If so the better view might be your best option. Would you get back to the Resort early enough to partake in dessert and adult beverages in the club level? Mid day breaks at the resort? How much time do you spend on the balcony? Choices!!! I know whatever you choose you will have a fabulous time.Looking for some opinions on club level - right now we are booked for 9 nights at the BC in a garden/woods view room. There is no offer for our dates for that room category. However, I noticed we could upgrade to a standard view CL room for $250 and I'm trying to decide if we should go for it. We are rope drop people, so unfortunately I don't think we'd be able to take advantage of the breakfast most days. We are planning on taking afternoon breaks on at least 3 or our days and also have a resort/pool day planned (though we will need to leave for a 5 o'clock reservation at 'Ohana). We will arrive around 10-11 a.m. on our first day and will be at the resort all night, and we also tend to get back earlier than most since our kids are young and can't make it too late. And, we'd be downgrading our view. In your opinion, is it worth it? How bad are the standard CL views? This would probably be the only trip I'd consider it since it's such a small amount above what we're paying for a regular room.
There would be 4 of us using it. Luckily, our entire vacation is paid for, including dinner at Yachtsman, CRT, BBB, etc. I'm trying to make this an extra, extra special trip - my oldest daughter has had an incredibly tough year - hospitalizations, major medical issues, etc. Over the span of 9 nights, it works out to $27 total so not too bad and I think we'd easily eat/drink that. But I just thought it might be another way of making her feel a little special.
The difference is only $250 TOTAL? If it were ME, I would switch, but that's because I am not a rope dropper and would totally take advantage of the food options. You need to look at what will benefit YOU best. Do you put the kids to bed and sit on the balcony enjoying a glass of wine ? If so the better view might be your best option. Would you get back to the Resort early enough to partake in dessert and adult beverages in the club level? Mid day breaks at the resort? How much time do you spend on the balcony? Choices!!! I know whatever you choose you will have a fabulous time.
ETA: Sorry to hear of your daughters challenges this year. Disney is a great place to go to feel special.
I don't how you're pulling off CL for just $27/night (usually +$200/night), but if that's the case -go for it!