Marathon Weekend 2019

[rteetz]

Just read AP and DVC early registration will open tomorrow at noon EST!

source insidethemagic.net.... so take it for what it's worth

That would be a full week beforehand which they haven’t done in over a year. I’m not sure I believe that.

 

[Disney at Heart]

Just read AP and DVC early registration will open tomorrow at noon EST!
source insidethemagic.net.... so take it for what it's worth

Yay! Now the pressure is on to decide what to run!

Splash Mountain when it's warm; Big Thunder when it's cold. I love the scenes in Splash as well as the big drop, but don't like being wet in cold weather. Also, Big Thunder is even more awesome if I ride it during fireworks!

 

[Bulldogmommy]

That would be a full week beforehand which they haven’t done in over a year. I’m not sure I believe that.

Yeah, I'm with you... reporter said she fact checked it, but I'm not seeing it... but still wanted to give a heads up to you guys to at least check tomorrow in case not to miss it...

 

[rteetz]

Yeah, I'm with you... reporter said she fact checked it, but I'm not seeing it... but still wanted to give a heads up to you guys to at least check tomorrow in case not to miss it...

Thanks

I just checked the AP site again and nothing is listed yet.

 

[SarahDisney]

I keep forgetting that registration is next week. I really need to get my **** together (and decide if I'm going through a TA or doing it on my own).

 

[The Prophet]

I'm skeptical as well (link is below)

https://www.insidethemagic.net/2018...undisneys-walt-disney-world-marathon-weekend/

Rachel is relying on the statement "Select early registration opportunities are available the week prior to official registration opening date for each race weekend."

My take is this does not mean one week prior, rather the week before registration opens, which means one day this week

 

[Bulldogmommy]

I'm skeptical as well (link is below)

https://www.insidethemagic.net/2018...undisneys-walt-disney-world-marathon-weekend/

Rachel is relying on the statement "Select early registration opportunities are available the week prior to official registration opening date for each race weekend."

My take is this does not mean one week prior, rather the week before registration opens, which means one day this week

Think so too my friend... however, we sure do hope an announcement is coming soon....

 

[FlashAM7]

I know this is a topic for another thread but in no way is Big Thunder an off the shelf coaster. Primeval Whirl yes, Slinky Dog yes. Big Thunder is built into rock work. There are show scenes with it but you don’t slow down for them other than the lift hills.

Agree to disagree. I have just never found anything really unique about Big Thunder. Just my opinion.

 

[jennamfeo]

I keep forgetting that registration is next week. I really need to get my **** together (and decide if I'm going through a TA or doing it on my own).

EIGHT DAYS!!!!

 

[rteetz]

Agree to disagree. I have just never found anything really unique about Big Thunder. Just my opinion.

I’m not saying you have to like it or anything but it’s not an off the shelf coaster. It’s something Disney built.

 

[FlashAM7]

I’m not saying you have to like it or anything but it’s not an off the shelf coaster. It’s something Disney built.

The point of my post was that I don't enjoy it because I've done other rides very similar to it. Off the shelf may be a stretch but there were many other mine train coasters just like it. I can ride similar mine train attractions at Six Flags, whereas I could not experience Splash Mountain at any other park. That's all.

 

[AFwifelife]

Just read AP and DVC early registration will open tomorrow at noon EST!

source insidethemagic.net.... so take it for what it's worth

The author is saying that someone told her it was factual but she can't check the AP or DVC pages herself. So far there's nothing on the AP page.

 

[mrsg00fy]

The author is saying that someone told her it was factual but she can't check the AP or DVC pages herself. So far there's nothing on the AP page.

I didn't see anything in the DVC website either.

 

[rteetz]

The author is saying that someone told her it was factual but she can't check the AP or DVC pages herself. So far there's nothing on the AP page.

Yeah that makes this even less likely...

 

[ZellyB]

Total tangent alert!!

I just realized that this year we'll be at WDW Marathon weekend for our 30th wedding anniversary! YAY!!

So, polling my running friends rather than the resort board (because I like you guys BEST) - where would you stay for a great combination marathon hotel/romantic anniversary hotel stay? We stayed at the Poly this past marathon and while we liked it, I left a bit disappointed. Although to be fair, I think the lousy and cold weather had more to do with that than anything.

 

[rteetz]

Total tangent alert!!

I just realized that this year we'll be at WDW Marathon weekend for our 30th wedding anniversary! YAY!!

So, polling my running friends rather than the resort board (because I like you guys BEST) - where would you stay for a great combination marathon hotel/romantic anniversary hotel stay? We stayed at the Poly this past marathon and while we liked it, I left a bit disappointed. Although to be fair, I think the lousy and cold weather had more to do with that than anything.

Beach Club? Animal Kingdom Lodge? Grand Floridian?

I’ve only stayed at one of those three though.

 

[run.minnie.miles]

I just realized that this year we'll be at WDW Marathon weekend for our 30th wedding anniversary! YAY!!

How great is this?!?! So cool!!
(PS... A January wedding? Brave souls )

How about a split stay? Your current favorite resort and one you've been wanting to try?

 

[TeeterTots]

Total tangent alert!!

I just realized that this year we'll be at WDW Marathon weekend for our 30th wedding anniversary! YAY!!

So, polling my running friends rather than the resort board (because I like you guys BEST) - where would you stay for a great combination marathon hotel/romantic anniversary hotel stay? We stayed at the Poly this past marathon and while we liked it, I left a bit disappointed. Although to be fair, I think the lousy and cold weather had more to do with that than anything.

I vote Grand!!!

 

[Bree]

Total tangent alert!!

I just realized that this year we'll be at WDW Marathon weekend for our 30th wedding anniversary! YAY!!

So, polling my running friends rather than the resort board (because I like you guys BEST) - where would you stay for a great combination marathon hotel/romantic anniversary hotel stay? We stayed at the Poly this past marathon and while we liked it, I left a bit disappointed. Although to be fair, I think the lousy and cold weather had more to do with that than anything.

I automatically think of the Grand Floridian, but maybe splurge for club level at a favorite resort? Treat yourself to Victoria & Albert's??? That's what DH & I are doing in September. We didn't do anything for our 5th, 10th or 15th anniversary (cuz kids!!!). We are booked for the Queen Victoria's Room.

I am in the minority on this board when it comes to Poly. It was nice, but man was it crowded with non-resort guests EVERYWHERE.

 

[AFwifelife]

Total tangent alert!!

I just realized that this year we'll be at WDW Marathon weekend for our 30th wedding anniversary! YAY!!

So, polling my running friends rather than the resort board (because I like you guys BEST) - where would you stay for a great combination marathon hotel/romantic anniversary hotel stay? We stayed at the Poly this past marathon and while we liked it, I left a bit disappointed. Although to be fair, I think the lousy and cold weather had more to do with that than anything.

Another vote for Grand. Or maybe even AKL with a good view or WL. WL always seems so cozy to me.