[woohoo]

ok- so they deliver the container to the resort- do they pick them up as well? How does that work?
Im really thinking of just mailing what we need ahead of time- like snacks and coffee and stuff. I think if it were a yearly thing I would lose track of what I had packed and end up bringing it anyhow

[DisneyTeacher]

Originally Posted by woohoo

ok- so they deliver the container to the resort- do they pick them up as well? How does that work?
Im really thinking of just mailing what we need ahead of time- like snacks and coffee and stuff. I think if it were a yearly thing I would lose track of what I had packed and end up bringing it anyhow

Yes, they drop it off and pick it up at the end of your trip. It sounds easy to me, I'm just not sure we would leave enough stuff to make it worth the cost for us. We aren't coffee drinkers, don't have a water filter, and I don't know that I would leave beauty products year after year.

[leslieh]

I've got a Disney-only carry on bag (large) that stays on a shelf in my closet and it is full of the stuff we use every trip. The bag is getting heavier each trip, and is a pain in the neck (literally and figuratively). Also, we pack so many toiletries that take up room in our other bags, that I'm sure we will fill a locker. Disyady's idea of packing a case just to leave in the locker is exactly what I was thinking. I've already got that bag packed permanently!

I saw that in your account on their website, you can actually keep an inventory of what is in the locker- I'm sure mine will be filled with light up toys, wooden rifles, miscellaneous toiletries, ceramic mugs (in case DVC changes their policy again for studios ), ponchos, sweatshirts, swim goggles, sand toys, etc. I also can't forget my son's flat iron- that's the most important necessity

[woohoo]

Originally Posted by leslieh

I've got a Disney-only carry on bag (large) that stays on a shelf in my closet and it is full of the stuff we use every trip. The bag is getting heavier each trip, and is a pain in the neck (literally and figuratively). Also, we pack so many toiletries that take up room in our other bags, that I'm sure we will fill a locker. Disyady's idea of packing a case just to leave in the locker is exactly what I was thinking. I've already got that bag packed permanently!

I saw that in your account on their website, you can actually keep an inventory of what is in the locker- I'm sure mine will be filled with light up toys, wooden rifles, miscellaneous toiletries, ceramic mugs (in case DVC changes their policy again for studios ), ponchos, sweatshirts, swim goggles, sand toys, etc. I also can't forget my son's flat iron- that's the most important necessity

Since you are going more than once it makes sense- especially when you would be bringing one extra bag anyhow- that bag would make it harder to keep within the air limits anyhow. I like the idea of ponchos and sweatshirts/pants- I would have to make them big for kids growth etc... But for Ed and I they could stay the same. I wonder if there is a sample list of stuff people leave there.

[MissDisney]

This may be worth a second look, now that some airlines are starting to charge $$$ when people check more than one bag on a flight...

[ddoll]

If anyone is thinking of signing up for this service, mousesavers just posted a discount for the one time membership fee. It is normally $75 but $25 right now with the mousesavers code. Go to their website and sign up for their newsletter to get it.

Note: the yearly fee is $99, this is separate.

[moneysaver3]

We drive so this wouldn't benefit us, but I could see this being a great idea for those who always fly; especially with baggage restrictions like they are now.

Amy

[Dopey]

Originally Posted by moneysaver3

We drive so this wouldn't benefit us, but I could see this being a great idea for those who always fly; especially with baggage restrictions like they are now.

Amy

Oh, but even driving, I think this will be so beneficial if you go on a regular basis. Less packing. Just throwing a few things into the suitcase and off you go

[DisneyTeacher]

Originally Posted by Dopey

Oh, but even driving, I think this will be so beneficial if you go on a regular basis. Less packing. Just throwing a few things into the suitcase and off you go

I agree, it would be nice to have the stuff we always take waiting for us every year so we don't have to pack it. I'm still thinking about this for me family. I'll have to pay attention to what I pack next month and see how much if it can be left there every year.

[gemdisney]

We drive but I would do this! I'm the one who does all the packing and it would be a ton lifted off my shoulders. Our mini van is ussually full with all the stuff we have to keep the kids entertained on the drive from RI on top of the regular packing. I am totally checking this out! Driving or not, less stuff to repack each year! I would just keep an inventory of what's in there and what I may want to bring to add to it or things we no longer use. It's worth it to me. I also fly for 1 trip for us "girls" so that saves me when the flying restrictions come into play. I love this idea!

[Dopey]

Originally Posted by gemdisney

I am totally checking this out! Driving or not, less stuff to repack each year! I would just keep an inventory of what's in there and what I may want to bring to add to it or things we no longer use.

Good idea.

[leslieh]

I signed up last week- our first experience will be one month from today I can already report that the communication I have received so far shows that they are on top of things! I will let you know what our first visit is like, and what I left in my locker next month.

[MickeyMcFizzle]

Originally Posted by leslieh

I signed up last week- our first experience will be one month from today I can already report that the communication I have received so far shows that they are on top of things! I will let you know what our first visit is like, and what I left in my locker next month.

Looking forward to hearing about how this worked out for you.

[Goodegirl2007]

Thanks for the info! I will be signing up for this too!!

[leslieh]

Hey everybody-

We met our new purple Owner's Locker two weeks ago at Boardwalk! It was waiting for us at check-in, and I had a text-message when I got off the plane that it had been delivered to the resort. The kids were excited about it, probably because it's an indicator of more trips to WDW! My boys put a few Mickey Mouse stickers on it

I left it alone for a few days, and finally packed it the night before we checked out. The locker comes with security zip ties, which I didn't realize- what a good idea. The "welcome" envelope included a few pages for inventory. I scribbled down the items I was packing and my list grew quite long! I seriously fit a ton of stuff in the purple locker. We didn't check any luggage on our way home! It's carry-on only for now on

The locker itself is heavy duty plastic- and very roomy. I filled it completely, and had bell services come pick it up when we checked out. (I was still able to lift it, by the way.) The bellman was very familiar with it and said he sees them quite often. I got an e-mail later that day that our locker was picked up and was back in the storage warehouse.

Tonight I transferred the list to my online account, and it only took a few minutes (literally). Our next trip is in about 30 days, so we'll be packing light again. I'll report back next month...