***Riding out the hurricane at a Disney resort? Post your experiences here!***

[snowangl317]

In regards to magic bands not opening room doors, I had to add the new reservation on MDE. I did check in with the front desk too. We are now able to access the room as usual!

 

[Best Aunt]

If you're in a Disney resort and see cast members whose nametags list a school instead if a city - please be super nice to them. They're probably in the Disney College Program, meaning in college or recent grads. These kids might never have been in a hurricane before and now they're working through one.

 

[eastendlights]

Goofy walking a dog. Who let the dogs out, indeed!

 

[michellelovesthemous]

For Pop Peeps if you're trying to sneak off and get food before 3 please be advised there is no ketchup or dipping sauces available at all for the burgers, chicken and the fries. They are out with no trucks able to get in at this time. On the flip side it was hot and fresh and mustard only ain't that bad!!!

UPDATED @ 3:43 Ketchup has been replaced!!!

 

[aroundtheriverbend]

In other news, my magicband has stopped working as a room key (though charging went through just fine) so I'll be heading back down to the desk momentarily. (My travel companions' work, but technically our rooms were both extended under theirs, so that may be why.)

This made me wonder, what happens if the power goes out, do doors stop opening with magic bands? Or are there batteries in the lock too?

 

[ShadeDK]

A magician in the bwv lobby right now

In view of the circumstances, just make sure to keep him/her away from any tricks involving broomsticks and buckets.

Glad to hear the resorts are treating everyone right. Stay safe, everyone!

 

[Ladyandthepuppies]

Correct, only service animals are allowed in the restaurants, shops and other locations in the hotels.

However, Disney can't ask for verification that the dog is a service animal, so it's really up to the guests to just be honest. Just roll with the punches and hopefully there won't be any issues.

I am an animal lover and I'm glad that the dogs are allowed to be here during the storm where it's safe.

With that said, I have seen many dogs that are clearly not service dogs all over in places I consider inappropriate. Two big dogs in B.V.G. shop last night, one at the pool while the owner was sitting in chairs poolside, one at Chef Mickey's this morning. If my dog was here I would keep it in my room, but hey, that's just me!

Btw Chef Mickey's was $15 for adults and $7.50 for child and the full buffet was available.

 

[hiroMYhero]

@yulilin3 reporting from AoA where they have extended the time the food court will be open:

 

[eastendlights]

Meanwhile, next door....

 

[LisaDay]

@yulilin3 reporting from AoA where they have extended the time the food court will be open:

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All Star Music has extended the food court time too.

 

[PaulyB18]

Dance party at the Poly with Captain Hook and Smee. Just a few minutes ago Lilo and Stitch were coloring a crown with my daughter for well over 5 minutes. So awesome!

 

[soniam]

Note to self: if visiting in September, book a resort with an indoor, accessible lobby. We experienced Charley, and staying at Jambo made all the difference.

DH and I were discussing this. I think AKL, WL, YC/BC, BWI, and Contempo would be the best. However, all the glass at Contempo could be interesting. It's a shame that the main buildings at Poly and GF are only accessible by going outside.

 

[LINDATHEPOOH]

At SSR. Just had bands of rain and wind. Temporary loss of Directv. It's calm now but there's a few very large tree limbs littering the golf course(my room is across the street from lbv golf course. Also, no housekeeping today.

 

[sherlockmiles]

There's a dog parade currently going on at the GF.

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Awesome

Thanks for the smiles

Lots of pups here at POFQ

SORRY I can't upload pic from phone.... (files too big, cant figure a way around it) my intention was to report/share

 

[LilyWDW]

DH and I were discussing this. I think AKL, WL, YC/BC, BWI, and Contempo would be the best. However, all the glass at Contempo could be interesting. It's a shame that the main buildings at Poly and GF are only accessible by going outside.

This is something I am now thinking about for my 2020 trip. Not sure I can afford to do one of those hotels though. I usually do a moderate.

 

[Hettie]

At the Poly and we went down to the GCH this morning for the $15 breakfast buffet at 'Ohana with Stitch, Lilo, Hook, and Smee visiting the tables. It was really great. Then they alternated entertaining in the lobby, we had a dance party with Lilo & Stitch and saw Hook & Smee doing one later on. Several activity stations were set up for kids. Also saw Stitch leading a red carpet dog show. It's too bad the restaurants are closing so early here, but I understand why since the buildings are all separate from the lobby. I concur that other resorts would be better because of that, but the party in the GCH is very festive!

 

[Irish_Mike]

Wilderness Lodge is hosting a Halloween Dance Party this afternoon, to 'make up' for the cancelled MNSSHP. Costumes and non-costumes all welcome

 

[Elle23]

Governor of FL mandated all hotels must take in pets with guests a few days ago. I think that is a fantastic idea as so many people refuse to evacuate due to pets.

That is just all sorts of awesome.

 

[only hope]

I've brought my parents to disney this trip and my dad turns 62 tomorrow. Weren't planning on celebrating it here, but here we are! Don't want to ask to much of cast members just trying to keep things running during the storm, but would like to make his birthday special in some little way. Any ideas or suggestions from folks here??

If you celebrate a birthday at Disney do you get a call/voicemail from Mickey or another character? Maybe that would be something easy someone could do??

In the past I have received a voicemail in the room from a Disney character wishing me a happy birthday. We had told the CM on the phone when booking we were celebrating. However, if you can sneak to the lobby or make a phone call to the lobby without your dad hearing, I'm sure (if they still do this) that they can have the voicemail sent to your room phone.

 

[figment81]

And..... Just got an email that our Monday and our backup Tuesday flights home have been canceled. Officially freaking out a bit.