WDWKOOK
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Confirmation yesterday of the fact that a fence will be put around the main pool got me to wondering about the distinct possibility this will/might be happening soon at all Disney Resorts.
I recall that a couple of years ago the drowning of a boy at a Value Resort (without lifeguards present), prompted this action. News reports indicated that fences would be placed around all feature pools last year and they would be closed when a lifeguard wasn't present. When the fences didn't go up last year, many thought it was delayed. I wonder if Disney (lawyers) were able to extend the fencing deadline by combining it when other pool work is being done. This seems to at least be the case at Poly and WL.
Looking through the Disney Resort permits, it's hard to tell exactly what's being done when "install fencing" is missing from the WL permit and generic "pool and deck work" is only listed. With WL and Poly pool closures overlapping, I wonder what/if other fencing/pool work will overlap with other resorts at some point? If this is the case, there will be a lot of unhappy guests scrambling to change resorts. I'm going to take a quick look at all the permits again. But, I really have to pack later
Most of the rooms that are at the very ends of the wing on floors 1-6, overlooking the dock and beach areas are Deluxe rooms, but you could still request one of the few non-Deluxe rooms there. But, the ones that overlook the boat dock do have obstructed views so the South Wing would be optimal.
The WL Inner CV rooms might end up a bit like the CR TPV rooms in that if you look out you have amazing views of the MK and 7SL, but if you look down, you see the parking lot. It's really hard not to look down though...
. While your TA may have said that you could go to BB as many times as you like, at least with the Poly Nanea Pool closure, they are only giving one-day passes and transportation. You also have access and transportation to the FW pool.
You can check the Disney booking site daily for CL availability. People cancel all the time so something will probably become available, but it might not be available with all discounts.
Transportation is the #1 issue at AKL. There aren't any boats or walking paths so you have to take a bus everywhere. My experience there wasn't favorable. Even the bus that only had to go next door to AK was onerous, IMHO. I also felt isolated there with no other resorts to hop over to, no water recreation, no bikes I think for a short stay it's fine, but for a longer stay it's less appealing to me.
I recall that a couple of years ago the drowning of a boy at a Value Resort (without lifeguards present), prompted this action. News reports indicated that fences would be placed around all feature pools last year and they would be closed when a lifeguard wasn't present. When the fences didn't go up last year, many thought it was delayed. I wonder if Disney (lawyers) were able to extend the fencing deadline by combining it when other pool work is being done. This seems to at least be the case at Poly and WL.
Looking through the Disney Resort permits, it's hard to tell exactly what's being done when "install fencing" is missing from the WL permit and generic "pool and deck work" is only listed. With WL and Poly pool closures overlapping, I wonder what/if other fencing/pool work will overlap with other resorts at some point? If this is the case, there will be a lot of unhappy guests scrambling to change resorts. I'm going to take a quick look at all the permits again. But, I really have to pack later
In POST 2, I have a hyperlink to the photos that hstrickland took recently of the creek work that's currently being done. I imagine it would look similar to that, but I can't imagine the top would be covered. Maybe someone who has seen pool work first-hand at another resort could comment. You bring up a great point about the CV impact.I've never been at a disney resort during a refurbishment - so excuse this for sounding silly -
I assume large walls will go up around the construction area, but is there a "roof" over the area? So if I'm in a courtyard view room on a higher floor, will I be looking down into the construction mess, or a roof?
What about the best way to request one of those (very few) courtyard view rooms off the end of the south wing? View of Bay Lake at the end of the South Wing?
Thanks!
Most of the rooms that are at the very ends of the wing on floors 1-6, overlooking the dock and beach areas are Deluxe rooms, but you could still request one of the few non-Deluxe rooms there. But, the ones that overlook the boat dock do have obstructed views so the South Wing would be optimal.
The WL Inner CV rooms might end up a bit like the CR TPV rooms in that if you look out you have amazing views of the MK and 7SL, but if you look down, you see the parking lot. It's really hard not to look down though...
Thank you for the kind words. This does put a wrench in so many's plansFirst I want to give props to WDWKook. You took the time to answer my questions, then I didn't say thank you. Terribly sorry that I got quite busy and didn't get to that sooner. The log is adorable and very cool. If you wanted to add "first timer" to our entry, you are welcome to it.
Secondly, still a bit gutted, but after speaking with a CM directly at the hotel, I am feeling a bit better. She understood that we had concerns regarding the construction and assured me it would not be that bad. She explained the reason the refurb is taking 2 months is because they are doing in sections to minimize the fences and tarps and the inconvenience to guests. I explained that we had paid the full price for the courtyard view, and would that be affected. She assured me not as bad as we think and that Disney is doing everything they can to accommodate and minimize.
When I asked her about pool options, she explained that we could go to Blizzard Beach as often as we want or we could use the pool at the CR. They plan to add extra buses for BB and extra boats for CR. Towels and such would be provided at both places. So, that sounds like a nice trade off.
We also asked about a possible upgrade to CL. We would love to, but for now, nothing is available. The CM said there should be options at check it and that we may also notice some things start to open up as we get closer to our "pay or get out" deadline. Thoughts on this?
So, here is were we are and what we are thinking. (please chime in if you agree or if you see a different idea) We have AKL reservations as back up, but we think we will let them go. Although AKL is beautiful and lovely, for our needs, it seems that WL is a better choice. Even with the pool out of service, the alternates are still closer than the back and forth time if we stayed at AKL. I have heard lovely things about AKL, but one thread that keeps coming through is the bus wait times and the round trip times running between 30-45 minutes. Our DD has no idea where we are going or what we are doing, and we hope to take it as far as possible. During her big birthday celebration we have pirate adventures, character meals, and a variety of other things planned for her. We don't think AKL will have the flexibility we need when it comes to park locations. Thoughts? We feel for "overloaded child" and "feets are hurting" breaks, that WL will be better for resort to hotel options. Again, please feel free to enlighten us if we are misinformed.
Just watched a video log from some friends of ours of their last trip. My gutted deflation is officially gone and my excitement for our adventure in 104 days now has me giddy in my seat.
Thank you again in advance for all chimes, suggestions, or thoughts that anyone feels they would like to share. Ta!!
. While your TA may have said that you could go to BB as many times as you like, at least with the Poly Nanea Pool closure, they are only giving one-day passes and transportation. You also have access and transportation to the FW pool.You can check the Disney booking site daily for CL availability. People cancel all the time so something will probably become available, but it might not be available with all discounts.
Transportation is the #1 issue at AKL. There aren't any boats or walking paths so you have to take a bus everywhere. My experience there wasn't favorable. Even the bus that only had to go next door to AK was onerous, IMHO. I also felt isolated there with no other resorts to hop over to, no water recreation, no bikes I think for a short stay it's fine, but for a longer stay it's less appealing to me.
I hope you're well prepared for any impending ZA. Really, those could happen anywhere, so maybe the pool work will have some anti-zombie features added
No one has mentioned the WL hot tubs, so IDK their status during the rehab.I may have missed this in the pages of updates on the pool refurb, but is there any word on the hot tubs? Will they be closed too, or is that a big MAYBE since it will depend on when that 'section' of the pool deck is being worked on? Are there hot tubs by the villas pool? Oh if only I had bought that crystal ball at the last Ren Faire...
Keep adding those days and I like your April/May flexibility. I hope your back's much better now and you can fully enjoy your upcoming tripsI feel like it has been FOREVER since I've been to WDW since I had to cancel two trips last year due to my back injury.
Upcoming trips:
Aug 16th - 31st - 4 resort split - no WL
Dec 2nd - 16th - offsite timeshare
April/May 2015 - no definite plans yet
Did you notice I'm not homeless in either Aug or Dec .... well may just one or two nights in Dec!!! Oh and as I was typing this I added a day to the Dec trip!!
Not too bad for one AP and traveling from way out west!!!
Again kook have a wonderful vacation .... you deserve it!!!
It's all very subjective.
