happy to see

[Dznypal]

just saw that Disney is trying to bring back the resort bags check-in
while Im happy to hear that why are they starting with the values
wouldnt it make more sense to start with deluxe since they pay a lot just to stay there

just a thought

 

[scrappinginontario]

Deluxe already have perks so I'm thankful to see them trying it at the value resorts. Also, those resorts will give a far better 'stress test' to the offer. There are almost 3,000 rooms at Pop alone which is a great opportunity for them to work out the kinks and I would guess that more guests at the values would use this service than those at the deluxe resorts where more guests arrive with their own vehicles or use private transportation.

Just my thoughts.

 

[Dug720]

Given that it's only an airline I refuse to fly due to past horrible experiences and no non-stop flights to MCO from my area AND it's at a Skyliner resort which I refuse because I don't like being in a small suspended crate with strangers AND weather shut downs, it's useless to me.

Maybe they've figured out that Value guests may be more likely to fly Southwest and not rent cars?

 

[eticketplease]

Deluxe already have perks so I'm thankful to see them trying it at the value resorts. Also, those resorts will give a far better 'stress test' to the offer. There are almost 3,000 rooms at Pop alone which is a great opportunity for them to work out the kinks and I would guess that more guests at the values would use this service than those at the deluxe resorts where more guests arrive with their own vehicles or use private transportation.

Just my thoughts.

It certainly would probably be more of a test at the values but as a Deluxe guest who rents cars it would be helpful for us.

Right now we store luggage with Bell Services and then have to go back to the resort and load up the car. This would save us a lot of time and reduce stress somewhat on check out day.

 

[CarolynFH]

I just hope the pilot is successful, the rollout to the other value resorts is successful, and it keeps on rolling out to all Disney resorts!

 

[lanejudy]

There are almost 3,000 rooms at Pop alone which is a great opportunity for them to work out the kinks

I agree with this. Since it's only 1 airline right now they need to offer it at a resort with enough guests to really get an idea of how well it works. The single resort alleviates some chaos of sorting bags and allows them to test just getting the bags collected and transported to the resort. Offering this at a single deluxe resort wouldn't likely have enough data points in a given day, and offering multiple deluxe resorts could introduce another layer of challenge with sorting and transportation which they may not be ready to address yet.

 

[sam_gordon]

I agree with this. Since it's only 1 airline right now they need to offer it at a resort with enough guests to really get an idea of how well it works. The single resort alleviates some chaos of sorting bags and allows them to test just getting the bags collected and transported to the resort. Offering this at a single deluxe resort wouldn't likely have enough data points in a given day, and offering multiple deluxe resorts could introduce another layer of challenge with sorting and transportation which they may not be ready to address yet.

um, I think you're picturing the old luggage delivery services from MCO to the resort. What's being tried is "Resort Check In", where you would get your bags tagged and left at the resort on departure day and then you see them at your home airport. So there's really no "sorting" to be done. Just collection and transportation to the airport.

Here's a link, although not an official one... https://blogmickey.com/2025/03/walt-disney-world-resort-airline-check-in-returns/

I also remember when this was in place in the past, you had to have your luggage checked at the resort 3 (or was it 4) hours before your flight, and the check in desk didn't open until 7(?). So this doesn't help anyone with an early flight.

This was a perk I definitely liked. Maybe it will roll out to Deluxe and more airlines before our trip in June (although doubtful). I'm sure there's a significant cost to Disney, but they'll hope it will attract more people to stay on property.

 

[lanejudy]

um, I think you're picturing the old luggage delivery services from MCO to the resort.

yes, you're right. I read about it yesterday but in my pre-coffee brain this morning wasn't thinking clearly. I still think 1 large value resort gives more data points and less chance of issues as a first roll-out; then they can add more resorts. They really need to get more airlines included, though.

 

[jimmymc]

Partnering with Southwest at Pop Century makes sense for a test. They'll get enough traffic to really test the system without overloading the logistics team. But as a DVC owner, I would love for the service to return everywhere and for all the major airlines.

 

[EACarlson]

Partnering with Southwest at Pop Century makes sense for a test. They'll get enough traffic to really test the system without overloading the logistics team. But as a DVC owner, I would love for the service to return everywhere and for all the major airlines.

How much are you willing to pay for it?

 

[jimmymc]

How much are you willing to pay for it?

I'd pay around $10 to skip the check in line at MCO, in addition to the airline baggage fees.

Was there a cost back when it was around before?

 

[EACarlson]

I'd pay around $10 to skip the check in line at MCO, in addition to the airline baggage fees.

Was there a cost back when it was around before?

There had to have been a cost, but it was picked up by Disney and/or the airport and/or the airlines. We'll have to wait and see what comes out of the trial, but it wouldn't surprise me if there was some cost on the consumer for the new service if it goes forward.

 

[Lewisc]

I also remember when this was in place in the past, you had to have your luggage checked at the resort 3 (or was it 4) hours before your flight, and the check in desk didn't open until 7(?). So this doesn't help anyone with an early flight.

Guests with flights earlier then 1p check their bags the night before.

How much are you willing to pay for it?

Hotels like Swan and Dolphin would have offered a paid service if they thought the demand was there

 

[sam_gordon]

Guests with flights earlier then 1p check their bags the night before.

My memory could be bad, but I didn't think that was allowed. And didn't the check in desks close at like 2p?

ETA: I see that's what they're doing for the new plan, I don't remember that being in place in the past.

 

[Lewisc]

My memory could be bad, but I didn't think that was allowed. And didn't the check in desks close at like 2p?

ETA: I see that's what they're doing for the new plan, I don't remember that being in place in the past.

The service isn't identical. This may be cheaper to operate

 

[Lewisc]

There had to have been a cost, but it was picked up by Disney and/or the airport and/or the airlines. We'll have to wait and see what comes out of the trial, but it wouldn't surprise me if there was some cost on the consumer for the new service if it goes forward.

Free produces the volume which gives efficiency of scale. I'd pay a nominal fee, maybe $10, but many won't.

This system appears to be bag drop based and not remote check in. It's going to be faster then RAC. I don't know regulatory issues...Maybe the regular luggage staff can handle it.

Craig set up his new company 5 years after he sold Bags Inc. Non compete expired?

MCO luggage capacity is maxed out. I don't know how much $$ the airport and airlines are willing to contribute.

 

[jimmymc]

There had to have been a cost, but it was picked up by Disney and/or the airport and/or the airlines. We'll have to wait and see what comes out of the trial, but it wouldn't surprise me if there was some cost on the consumer for the new service if it goes forward.

It could go either way. There's some appeal to airlines since it reduces the stress on their check in desks, and Disney seems to be more open to bringing back free conveniences at the resorts. I think the Pop Century test will tell Disney a lot about the demand and cost.

 

[frannn]

I wonder if Southwest is shouldering some of the cost because they are looking to deflect the bad news of charging for checked bags. This would be amazing for my family for our May trip at POP if they extend it to Jetblue. It would make the trip to the airport easier for us for sure.

 

[EACarlson]

I wonder if Southwest is shouldering some of the cost because they are looking to deflect the bad news of charging for checked bags. This would be amazing for my family for our May trip at POP if they extend it to Jetblue. It would make the trip to the airport easier for us for sure.

I think JetBlue would be the last of the domestic carriers to get it because they operate from Terminal C.

 

[CarolynFH]

This system appears to be bag drop based and not remote check in. It's going to be faster then RAC.

I agree - apparently it requires that guests be checked in online and baggage fees paid before they can drop off their luggage. So staff here won't be printing out boarding passes, etc. And requiring guests with flights before 1:00 PM to drop off their checked luggage the night before allows the new service a lot of time to transport it to MCO and for whatever security checks are required at MCO before being sorted for individual flights.