thanks for this post. I do feel a bit better. I think my only concern is we had to decide between CL or the dining plan. Not that we plan on trying to use the lounge for all our meals. But as far as what we were spending our money on. After the last trip 8 buffets and 7 pound weight gain i thought it would be fun for our family to try something different.I can't imagine its going to be that bad. Different? Yup. Am I looking forward to that? Nope. But I think everyone will just have to determine what exactly it is that makes them want to stay CL in the first place. For me, I love the convenience of having breakfast and very early coffee available right down the hall, which isn't going to change. My adult kids love the beverages in the evening and the late night snacks. Most importantly for me, I absolutely love the CM service that is provided without ever having to deal with concierge in the lobby or the front desk. Over the years I have utilized them more and more, not so much with pre-planning (we all love to do that ourselves!), but for everyday service like help with tickets, questions about my bill, package delivery, room issues, etc. They are so helpful, so pleasant, and so QUICK with responses to my questions and problems. That service isn't going to change with the refurb either. As much as I'm not looking forward to having things be different, having less room in the temporary lounge, or a different configuration of things isn't a deal breaker for me. That being said, I can understand why some people might want to pass on it for now, and wait for another stay to see what the heck the lounge and rooms are going to look like. I just can't imagine it! When I'm there next week, I promise to take lots of pics and share my opinion. I was initially very excited about the chance to see the Presidential Suite, and even though I'm a little wary of the set up, I still can't wait to get there!
Teena - Am I reading correctly, you will be in Las Vegas between 8/23 - 8/30 (our trip dates)? Sad for us but great for you! Dh is going to be sad as he loved meeting you in 2011 when we were there, and he already added "tasteycakes" to our list to bring for you. You are such a celebrity for him. Every new BC/YC video Disney puts out he loves telling people he met you. Lol sorry I'll stop talking like a stalker now.
I know how you feel.It's Tough to be a Bug was my favorite too. Seeing all my friends in all their Disney glory was really something. Now we'll just have to meet around the dumpsters like we always do. At least you have the consolation of knowing that I will be at the Beach Club the week of August 10th as well as every other week. Listen for me as I will be sure to buzz on over and say hello!
Signed, your pal Buzzy the fly, your Beach Club Resort guy
JanetMom...
Work hard, play hard.
I hope you have an amazing stress-free WDW vacation. You deserve it!
Don't forget to post pictures when you get back so that I can dream about my trip in December.
One week from today we'll be checking into the YC rather than getting ready to go back to work - can't wait!!!!
Right now I don't have a room request we have booked a garden view room - I understand all have full balconies which would be our main request as my mom loves this feature. Is this correct or do I need to put this on the request? Otherwise I'm just going to ask for high floor to hope for a better view - any other suggestions? Thanks so much we are very very excited!!!
We are all so excited! I think we will be asking for a daybed as our room request since we are a family of 5. As a second request, I think I may also ask for a higher floor. We just have a standard room. Do I just ask for a higher floor or should I be asking for a specific floor?
2 weeks from today we will be at YC for 11 nights!!
