Regarding no shortcut at BWI, we have had rooms at BC both near the secret entrance and very near the lobby. The times when we were nearer the lobby, it really let us enjoy the resort amenities more utilizing the marketplace, refillable mugs, general atmosphere of the boardwalk area around the lake. Bypassing all that by using interior hallways really makes you miss a lot. The resort areas are wonderful!!!!! I cannot stress that enough! Wherever your room is, it will have benefits of whatever location it's in. (ie: close to epcot entrance, close to pool, serene &peaceful gardens, etc)