When to start planning for this ??

BuzzLightyear · 04-21-2003

Hi,

I know we haven't even left yet for this years Disney trip, but it looks like we'll be going again next year. The big catch is that we'll have a whole bunch of people joining us next time. Looks like a total of 11 people (3) families, and we'll need (3) rooms. I was thinking of trying to rent points from a DVC member, but not sure if anyone would have as many points as we'd need available.
I guess what I'm really asking is for any advice from anyone that has planned a trip for this many people, and when I should start planning.

Thanks in advance!!!

Angie · 04-21-2003

I don't have any advice on renting the points since i've never done it before and I'm not sure how far ahead you can rent points but as far as when to start planning? Today:D It sounds like it will be a great trip, you are very lucky to get to go again so soon.

Willbegone · 04-21-2003

Definetly start planning early when you are responsible for so many people. Of course if you are like me I start planning early anyway just so I can think about it!

**mickey** · 04-21-2003

I have a group of 27 that I am planning for right now, and we have most of it booked 10 1/2 months ahead of time. We will be going the end of February, 2004, and will hit WDW for a week and then a 7 night Disney Cruise.

As far as points, you should start looking now. You can book at your home resort 11 months in advance. I would suggest figuring out how many points you will need (I can help with that) and start looking. You may not be able to find all of the points from one person, but you should be able to get all the points you need from a couple of people.

BuzzLightyear · 04-21-2003

Thanks Mickey!! I guess I should get started ASAP. If you could let me know how many total points I'd need for (3) studio rooms at either BCV or OKW, that would be great!!!Looking to go in May 2004.
I'm still up in the air about where to stay. May end up going with one of the All-Stars or a moderate and not do the points thing at all.
Also, if you know this... should I (for now) just worry about getting the rooms booked with a deposit.
And when do you start looking for airfare?

Thanks, I know we'll all get our park hoppers at the Disney Store whenever we have some extra bucks to spend over the course of the year.

**mickey** · 04-21-2003

Beach Club Villas:
Sunday through Thursday Night: 13 points
Friday and Saturday Night: 29 points

Old Key West:
Sunday through Thursday Night: 10 points
Friday and Saturday Night: 24 points

The points are per room per night. So, if you stay for a week, 3 studios at OKW, you are looking at 294 points.

As far as just going with normal rooms, you don't need to do that yet. I would suggest waiting until room rates have been announced for 2004, and then get your rooms on hold.

As far as airfare, we usually start looking about 6 months out. I know that rates we have paid in the past, so I just watch for something close to that. I know if I can find something around $200, it is a great deal, and I jump on it.

BuzzLightyear · 04-22-2003

Thanks again Mickey! You've been a great help. Sure looks like OKW would be the best deal for rented points.

quartz7 · 04-22-2003

Hi Buzzlightyear,

We always start planning as soon as possible. It's never to early to think about another Disney trip. Plus, if there is any questions you have to ask a cast member, you will be in DW. Maybe you can check out other resturants you will want to go too. Other places to stay, too. Since you are going to be there soon, check out what you can.

Janelle

BuzzLightyear · 04-22-2003

Quote:

Originally posted by quartz7
Hi Buzzlightyear,

We always start planning as soon as possible. It's never to early to think about another Disney trip. Plus, if there is any questions you have to ask a cast member, you will be in DW. Maybe you can check out other resturants you will want to go too. Other places to stay, too. Since you are going to be there soon, check out what you can.

Janelle

I can't believe I didn't think of that! I can actually scout out this trip I am planning for next year in a few short weeks when I am in Disney!!!
Thanks to this site I have already narrowed it down to mostl likley the Wilderness Lodge - so, we'll visit there and get to check it out in person.
Thanks!!

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BuzzLightyear MB Cast Member ® Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Space Mountain Posts: 3,917	When to start planning for this ?? Hi, I know we haven't even left yet for this years Disney trip, but it looks like we'll be going again next year. The big catch is that we'll have a whole bunch of people joining us next time. Looks like a total of 11 people (3) families, and we'll need (3) rooms. I was thinking of trying to rent points from a DVC member, but not sure if anyone would have as many points as we'd need available. I guess what I'm really asking is for any advice from anyone that has planned a trip for this many people, and when I should start planning. Thanks in advance!!! __________________ 86,92,96 Offsite * 2002 AKL * 2003 BCV * 2004 Contemporary * 2005 WL * 2006 BWV* 2008 CSR * My Disney Countdown Counting down to: 109 days 19 hours 29 minutes

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Angie Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 413	I don't have any advice on renting the points since i've never done it before and I'm not sure how far ahead you can rent points but as far as when to start planning? Today:D It sounds like it will be a great trip, you are very lucky to get to go again so soon. __________________ Angie

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mickey Administrator Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 6,232	I have a group of 27 that I am planning for right now, and we have most of it booked 10 1/2 months ahead of time. We will be going the end of February, 2004, and will hit WDW for a week and then a 7 night Disney Cruise. As far as points, you should start looking now. You can book at your home resort 11 months in advance. I would suggest figuring out how many points you will need (I can help with that) and start looking. You may not be able to find all of the points from one person, but you should be able to get all the points you need from a couple of people. __________________ Frank Costanza: You can drop a grand in Disney World, like that.

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BuzzLightyear MB Cast Member ® Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Space Mountain Posts: 3,917	Thanks Mickey!! I guess I should get started ASAP. If you could let me know how many total points I'd need for (3) studio rooms at either BCV or OKW, that would be great!!!Looking to go in May 2004. I'm still up in the air about where to stay. May end up going with one of the All-Stars or a moderate and not do the points thing at all. Also, if you know this... should I (for now) just worry about getting the rooms booked with a deposit. And when do you start looking for airfare? Thanks, I know we'll all get our park hoppers at the Disney Store whenever we have some extra bucks to spend over the course of the year. __________________ 86,92,96 Offsite * 2002 AKL * 2003 BCV * 2004 Contemporary * 2005 WL * 2006 BWV* 2008 CSR * My Disney Countdown Counting down to: 109 days 19 hours 29 minutes

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mickey Administrator Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 6,232	Beach Club Villas: Sunday through Thursday Night: 13 points Friday and Saturday Night: 29 points Old Key West: Sunday through Thursday Night: 10 points Friday and Saturday Night: 24 points The points are per room per night. So, if you stay for a week, 3 studios at OKW, you are looking at 294 points. As far as just going with normal rooms, you don't need to do that yet. I would suggest waiting until room rates have been announced for 2004, and then get your rooms on hold. As far as airfare, we usually start looking about 6 months out. I know that rates we have paid in the past, so I just watch for something close to that. I know if I can find something around $200, it is a great deal, and I jump on it. __________________ Frank Costanza: You can drop a grand in Disney World, like that.

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Willbegone Southern Princess Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Too far from WDW! Posts: 2,658	Definetly start planning early when you are responsible for so many people. Of course if you are like me I start planning early anyway just so I can think about it!

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BuzzLightyear MB Cast Member ® Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Space Mountain Posts: 3,917	Thanks again Mickey! You've been a great help. Sure looks like OKW would be the best deal for rented points. __________________ 86,92,96 Offsite * 2002 AKL * 2003 BCV * 2004 Contemporary * 2005 WL * 2006 BWV* 2008 CSR * My Disney Countdown Counting down to: 109 days 19 hours 29 minutes

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quartz7 Mouse Meister Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Parker, Colo Posts: 1,083	Hi Buzzlightyear, We always start planning as soon as possible. It's never to early to think about another Disney trip. Plus, if there is any questions you have to ask a cast member, you will be in DW. Maybe you can check out other resturants you will want to go too. Other places to stay, too. Since you are going to be there soon, check out what you can. Janelle __________________ Janelle The very center of Disneyland! Proud Mama of DD Jazzy 14 DS Trevor 10 DC(cat) Tinkerbell 2 Offsite.......1992 Polynesian, Grand Floridian, Contempory.....1994 Disneyland Hotel.....2000, 2001, 2005 Polynesian......2004, 2006 Disneyland Hotel............June 2008, Oct. 2008 Disneyland Hotel.....June 2009

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