Thoughts on CBR??

Jackolive · 11-12-2008

So we have just booked a trip using the buy 4,3 free deal. We were planning on going anyway, but probably would've stayed at a value w/o this deal. Plus the talk of a Pirate room nearly made my 4 year olds head explode. Any thoughts, positive or negative about this resort....Thanks

mickeyspal · 11-12-2008

We've stayed there twice and truly enjoyed it both times. The rooms were nicely done but have since been redone since we were there last. The atmosphere on the property was very tranquil and really made us feel like we were in a tropical place. I understand that the main pool has been renovated with a pirates theme. I think you'll really enjoy it. I hope you have a great time!

**DisneyTeacher** · 11-12-2008

I don't know about the new theme in the rooms but the resort is very nice. It's huge so expect to do some walking to get around but we enjoyed our stays there. Jamaica is out favorite are, the location is close to everything.

mickeysgirlz · 11-13-2008

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Originally Posted by mickeyspal

We've stayed there twice and truly enjoyed it both times. The rooms were nicely done but have since been redone since we were there last. The atmosphere on the property was very tranquil and really made us feel like we were in a tropical place. I understand that the main pool has been renovated with a pirates theme. I think you'll really enjoy it. I hope you have a great time!

Go check out Val's TR, she just posted pics of the new pool . . . looks AWESOME!

**MissDisney** · 11-13-2008

OK, first, your kids are right to want to stay here, especially with that new pool rehab, which looks amazing.

Second, we have stayed there and LOVED every minute of it. No problem with buses, no problem with resort size, and we loved the view from our room, which was in the Jamaica section. We watched fireworks from the parking lot on those evenings when we were at the resort early.

**MissDisney** · 11-13-2008

Are you planning on renting one of those huge bicycle things to take around the lake? If so, better work on that cross-training now... it's a lot farther than it looks, take it from us! We even tried the old "Oh, gee, we can't make it all the way around because we have to return the bike soon!" thing, which the kids were totally onto and they didn't let us get away with it.

Oh well, we tried our best!

Fine thing for them to do, since they happily climbed aboard and let their little legs just dangle while the two out-of-shape parents were trudging along, gasping for breath and wiping sweat from our eyes. The redder my face got, the louder they tooted that little horn.

Willbegone · 11-13-2008

We've stayed there twice and will be going back again in June. It is our FAVORITE resort so far. We just love the tropical feel. Jamaicca and Aruba are our favorite areas.

TaraRae82 · 11-13-2008

This is my fave resort! It has more of a deluxe feel to it. You'll love it!

MickeyEars · 11-13-2008

This is my families favorite moderate resort. Your kids will love the pool area.

donaldschick · 11-13-2008

I love this resort my favorite so far!

KatMark · 11-13-2008

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Originally Posted by MissDisney

Are you planning on renting one of those huge bicycle things to take around the lake? If so, better work on that cross-training now... it's a lot farther than it looks, take it from us! We even tried the old "Oh, gee, we can't make it all the way around because we have to return the bike soon!" thing, which the kids were totally onto and they didn't let us get away with it.

Oh well, we tried our best!

Fine thing for them to do, since they happily climbed aboard and let their little legs just dangle while the two out-of-shape parents were trudging along, gasping for breath and wiping sweat from our eyes. The redder my face got, the louder they tooted that little horn.

This made my day!

We have never stayed at the Caribbean. It is very pretty, just not the theme we look for. I understand the new Nemo rooms are great (I've seen pictures and they look cute). I will say we have eaten at the food court twice and did not care for it. But if your kids are into Nemo or the Pirates (once the Pirate rooms are open) it sounds like they'd enjoy.

donaldschick · 11-13-2008

We loved the food court and all the service, we have never had a bad experience here. NOw, far as Port Orleans Riverside or French Quarter in concerned I will never stay here again! It was absoutley AWFUL!

keljen · 11-13-2008

We have stayed there twice but it was before any referbs and loved it and would stay there again in a second. We really like Jamaica and Aruba

Jen in Maine · 11-13-2008

We have stayed at CBR three times and loved it. It was before the new theme, so not sure about the decor. The resort is large, but you already are doing a ton of walking, what's a little more.

We love the tropical feel of the hotel and we enjoyed the food court as well. Its all the SAME food everywhere anyhow.

It is our favorite moderate. Have a great time!

b1wife · 11-13-2008

We stayed at CBR in August, and they have the most comfortable beds EVER! We didn't have too many complaints, other than the lack of obvious Disney theming.

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Jackolive Mouseketeer Join Date: May 2008 Location: St. Louis Posts: 71	Thoughts on CBR?? So we have just booked a trip using the buy 4,3 free deal. We were planning on going anyway, but probably would've stayed at a value w/o this deal. Plus the talk of a Pirate room nearly made my 4 year olds head explode. Any thoughts, positive or negative about this resort....Thanks __________________ July 08- ASMo----Now we are hooked June 09-CBR-Pirate Room

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mickeyspal Big Cheese Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 612	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? We've stayed there twice and truly enjoyed it both times. The rooms were nicely done but have since been redone since we were there last. The atmosphere on the property was very tranquil and really made us feel like we were in a tropical place. I understand that the main pool has been renovated with a pirates theme. I think you'll really enjoy it. I hope you have a great time! __________________ Wilderness Campground 1976Wilderness Campground 1980OKW 1995OKW 1997Carribean Beach 2001OKW 2002Beach Club Villas 2003Beach Club Villas2006Carribean Beach 2007Saratoga Springs 2008 Pop Century 2009 Christine Through my life's journey, I want to be a Tigger! Always remember, no one can steal your Joy, unless you allow them. DVC Members since 2002-Beach Club Villas is our home resort. My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Super Fun, Mark, Chris, Shannon, Bob and Carol trip! 9 days 11 hours 41 minutes

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DisneyTeacher Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: WDW in my dreams Posts: 18,305	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? I don't know about the new theme in the rooms but the resort is very nice. It's huge so expect to do some walking to get around but we enjoyed our stays there. Jamaica is out favorite are, the location is close to everything. __________________ ~Stephanie~ 1993 Caribbean Beach Resort ~ 1996 Caribbean Beach resort ~1997 Caribbean Beach Resort ~2003 Wilderness Lodge ~2004 Beach Club Resort/Shades of Green/Pop Century~ 2005 Wilderness Lodge Resort/Beach Club Villas ~ 2006 Saratoga Springs Resort~2007 Port Orleans French Quarter/Beach Club Villas/Boardwalk Villas ~ 2007 Port Orleans Riverside~ 2008 Wilderness Lodge/Beach Club Villas~2008 Beach Club Villas~2009 Hilton Head Island~ 2009 Beach Club Villas My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Beach Club here we come 241 days 14 hours 56 minutes

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MissDisney Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 8,552	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? OK, first, your kids are right to want to stay here, especially with that new pool rehab, which looks amazing. Second, we have stayed there and LOVED every minute of it. No problem with buses, no problem with resort size, and we loved the view from our room, which was in the Jamaica section. We watched fireworks from the parking lot on those evenings when we were at the resort early. __________________ Disneyland Moderator Disneyland Hotel 1987; Dixie Landings 1993; Dixie Landings 1997; Caribbean Beach 1998; Boardwalk Villas 1999; Vistana Resort 2001; Dixie Landings 2002; Vistana Resort 2002; Marriott Royal Palm Villas 2004; Vistana Resort 2006; Marriott Cypress Harbour 2007; Boardwalk Villas 2008; AKV Kidani 2009; Saratoga Springs 2009

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MissDisney Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 8,552	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? Are you planning on renting one of those huge bicycle things to take around the lake? If so, better work on that cross-training now... it's a lot farther than it looks, take it from us! We even tried the old "Oh, gee, we can't make it all the way around because we have to return the bike soon!" thing, which the kids were totally onto and they didn't let us get away with it. Oh well, we tried our best! Fine thing for them to do, since they happily climbed aboard and let their little legs just dangle while the two out-of-shape parents were trudging along, gasping for breath and wiping sweat from our eyes. The redder my face got, the louder they tooted that little horn. __________________ Disneyland Moderator Disneyland Hotel 1987; Dixie Landings 1993; Dixie Landings 1997; Caribbean Beach 1998; Boardwalk Villas 1999; Vistana Resort 2001; Dixie Landings 2002; Vistana Resort 2002; Marriott Royal Palm Villas 2004; Vistana Resort 2006; Marriott Cypress Harbour 2007; Boardwalk Villas 2008; AKV Kidani 2009; Saratoga Springs 2009

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Willbegone Southern Princess Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Too far from WDW! Posts: 2,658	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? We've stayed there twice and will be going back again in June. It is our FAVORITE resort so far. We just love the tropical feel. Jamaicca and Aruba are our favorite areas.

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TaraRae82 Mouse Meister Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Kansas City, Missouri Posts: 1,391	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? This is my fave resort! It has more of a deluxe feel to it. You'll love it! __________________ 1984: Fort Wilderness, 1995: Caribbean Beach, 1996: Wilderness Lodge, 1997: Caribbean Beach, 1999: Dixie Landings, 2000: off property house, 2001: Dixie Landings, 2003: Caribbean Beach, 2004: MK only, 2007: Caribbean Beach, 1st Anniversary, September 16-30 2009: Wilderness Lodge/Port Orleans Riverside Avatar: DD's first baseball game, Father's Day 2009 Planning a fall trip! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Baby's First Disney Trip! Ally Rae's meeting the Mouse!

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MickeyEars Big Cheese Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: In the Mitten Posts: 949	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? This is my families favorite moderate resort. Your kids will love the pool area. __________________ Tiggerific is my DH 1994 October: Our Honeymoon: Beach Club Resort 1997 April: POFQ 2003 February: POFQ (first trip with the kids) / October: All Star Sports (our anniversary get-a-way) 2004 September: Coronado Springs (We survived Hurricane Jeanne) 2007 Jan: POFQ / Aug: Caribbean Beach 2008 August: All Star Sports (just me and DH ) December: Wilderness Lodge 2009 April: Pop Century (our surprise to the kids 1 day at the MK April 17th) August: Pop My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Next trip...when the Fantasyland refurb is finished.

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donaldschick Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: South Carolina Posts: 379	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? I love this resort my favorite so far! __________________ donaldschick My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Dollywood Trip! Ready for some fun in the mountains!

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donaldschick Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: South Carolina Posts: 379	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? We loved the food court and all the service, we have never had a bad experience here. NOw, far as Port Orleans Riverside or French Quarter in concerned I will never stay here again! It was absoutley AWFUL! __________________ donaldschick My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Dollywood Trip! Ready for some fun in the mountains!

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keljen Mouse Meister Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Too far from Disney Posts: 1,221	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? We have stayed there twice but it was before any referbs and loved it and would stay there again in a second. We really like Jamaica and Aruba __________________ Walt Disney World - Always on my mind My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Cruise on new NCL ship 348 days 8 hours 56 minutes

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Jen in Maine Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 112	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? We have stayed at CBR three times and loved it. It was before the new theme, so not sure about the decor. The resort is large, but you already are doing a ton of walking, what's a little more. We love the tropical feel of the hotel and we enjoyed the food court as well. Its all the SAME food everywhere anyhow. It is our favorite moderate. Have a great time!

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b1wife Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 344	Re: Thoughts on CBR?? We stayed at CBR in August, and they have the most comfortable beds EVER! We didn't have too many complaints, other than the lack of obvious Disney theming. __________________ Rebecca in Texas proud wife to Prezcatz Paul "We're merrily on our way to nowhere." ~ J. Thaddeus Toad October 2000 Disneyland April 2005 All-Star Music December 2006 Shades of Green August 2008 Caribbean Beach Resort for Close To My Heart convention October 2008 Old Key West 1st DVC trip!! June 2009 Boardwalk Villas & Saratoga Springs Treehouse Villas June 2010 Grand Californian (Can't wait to go to Disneyland again!) My Disney Countdown Counting down to: A week at Disneyland with the kids and the sunshine 205 days 14 hours 56 minutes

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