What are your favorite perks?

Laneysdad · 06-19-2005

Staying at a Disney Resort, DVC, having an AP, being a member of AAA all offer perks. What perks do you have access to and how - that are your favorites?

My wife and I enjoy staying at the resorts and being afforded the opportunity to spend our wad on souven-ears and then having someone else lug them to our room! Its our favorite yet more deadly perk.

Its easy to gauge when you've spent enough when you are lugging the bags around but no bags equals no worries! Coupled with the charging to your room we usually need an intervention.

**Dana** · 06-19-2005

I definately enjoy the perks of staying on site. I like not having to drive and being able to get dropped off and picked up right at the park's gates. I haven't used it in awhile due to off season trips, but I also like EMH. My AP has had some great perks too. I like the discounts I have been able to get and the exclusive pins and shirts too. Just being at WDW is a perk to me.

tiggerfan74 · 06-19-2005

Well, I actually consider being able to stay on property a perk. I really consider that a privledge. Also, being a Florida resident, I love the discounts we recieve. I live only 2 hours away, which is also a perk!! I agree with you on the sending packages to your room. That is great ,as is being able to charge to your room in the parks. I really like early check -in which we have gotten everytime we have gone to WDW. We always leave early in the morning and arrive about 8-9 A.M. and we have always been able to go right to our room. I love that!!

ARIEL · 06-20-2005

I think our best perk is definately staying on site. We have stayed offsite twice and although, at the time this was cool and the accomodation was nice, it just does not compare to actually being in the heart of things and being surrounded by Disney magic at all times. I also think it is really cool of Disney to give you gifts such as the free lanyard and choice of other cool items. I mean, it's not like they have to do that in order to get the customers through the doors but it certainly makes you feel a whole lot more special when you get them.

BuzzLightyear · 06-20-2005

My favorite perk is stayong onsite and using all the different wdw transportation methods, busses, boats , monorails.
I love staying there for the week and not having to drive.

bali · 06-20-2005

I love having my AP, because I never have to worry about getting my hand stamped or calculating the number of days I've used. It's also saved me thousands with room discounts (though we'll see how long that's going to be a useful perk).

SilentRascal · 06-20-2005

We stayed at the Poly the last time, so I can definitely say that having the monorail stop right at your resort is a major perk.

SplashMtnMan · 06-20-2005

I like the package delivery perk, EMH perk, and hats off to the Disney transportation system...for as huge as WDW is they do a fantastic job!!!

lovemysons · 06-20-2005

My Dh loves the transportation, he hates having to deal with parking, driving, etc while on vacation. I just love staying on property. There is something about it, I just can't describe it! This is going to sound nuts, but I love seeing those Mickey soaps and shampoo bottles. Just makes my day!

palmickey · 06-20-2005

I love the fact that all I have to do is get to the Orlando airport and Disney does the rest! They drop me off at my hotel, they drive me to the parks, to early hotel breakfasts, to DTD, etc. I don't have to figure out where I am going, how to get there, where to park, etc. And then they drop me off at the airport again!

And even though we are not DVC, AP holders, etc. we did get to take advantage of a disney offer last year and are waiting and hoping for another offer this year!

wdwspider · 06-20-2005

WDW Transportation and EMH are my favorites.

The Maid service can be a nice perk at times too. The little extras you find somedays are wonderful.

**llama** · 06-20-2005

I have to agree with all of the above. As DVC members I also appreciate the feeling of "community" at the DVC properties and the "homey" atmosphere. It really adds to my enjoyment knowing I'm a little part of WDW.

**dhoughton** · 06-20-2005

Staying on site is THE BEST! Having packages delivered to your resort is FABULOUS! Just going to WDW is WONDERFUL!! (Sorry I am on sugar high right now!! LOL!!)

hanwill · 06-20-2005

I love to ride the FREE monorail!!! When I was a little kid- I got sooooo excited when I go onto the monorail- that meant I was going to WDW!!!
I also love the way that everyone at WDW goes out of their way to make your day our your child's day magical!!! No where else does this!!!! We were on the tram one time going to the AK. As we were exciting the park, the tram operator (in the back with the microphone) asked my three year old if she would help her with something. She said yes, so the tram operator let her tell everyone to have a magical day!!! My DD was thrilled!!!! (NEW THREAD IDEA??)

jedijson · 06-20-2005

Hmmm... My favorite perks must be the sending to your room thing, so you don't have to lug them around, and, of course, the meal plan. That's just an awesome perk. Yes, you have to pay for it, but I figure that, when you pay for your room, you're probably paying someone to lug your stuff for you, too. You just don't see it...

Oh, and, I do enjoy the not having to drive bit. Yes, the buses are a pain, but still... Not having to drive is kinda nice. I don't have to remember where I parked!

06-19-2005	#1 (permalink)
Laneysdad Big Cheese Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: A Plain field in Illinois Posts: 778	What are your favorite perks? Staying at a Disney Resort, DVC, having an AP, being a member of AAA all offer perks. What perks do you have access to and how - that are your favorites? My wife and I enjoy staying at the resorts and being afforded the opportunity to spend our wad on souven-ears and then having someone else lug them to our room! Its our favorite yet more deadly perk. Its easy to gauge when you've spent enough when you are lugging the bags around but no bags equals no worries! Coupled with the charging to your room we usually need an intervention. __________________ Last edited by Laneysdad; 06-19-2005 at 10:34 PM. Reason: I spell like an 8yr old

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Dana Super Mod/Packen' Kracken Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Joisey Posts: 22,698	Re: What are your favorite perks? I definately enjoy the perks of staying on site. I like not having to drive and being able to get dropped off and picked up right at the park's gates. I haven't used it in awhile due to off season trips, but I also like EMH. My AP has had some great perks too. I like the discounts I have been able to get and the exclusive pins and shirts too. Just being at WDW is a perk to me. __________________ 82 off-site ~ 91 off-site ~ 97 ASMusic ~ 00 ASMovies 02 Wilderness Lodge ~ 04 Animal Kingdom Lodge 05 Animal Kingdom Lodge & Polynesian 05 Port Orleans French Quarter~06 Old Key West 07 Port Orleans French Quarter ~ 08 Old Key West~ My Disney Countdown Counting down to: 10 day WDW blowout bonanza! 623 days 14 hours 36 minutes

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tiggerfan74 bouncin' in now and then Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Jupiter Florida, 2 hours south of the magic Posts: 1,803	Re: What are your favorite perks? Well, I actually consider being able to stay on property a perk. I really consider that a privledge. Also, being a Florida resident, I love the discounts we recieve. I live only 2 hours away, which is also a perk!! I agree with you on the sending packages to your room. That is great ,as is being able to charge to your room in the parks. I really like early check -in which we have gotten everytime we have gone to WDW. We always leave early in the morning and arrive about 8-9 A.M. and we have always been able to go right to our room. I love that!! __________________ I love Walt Disney World!! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our first ever Disney Cruise!! Living the suite life on the Disney Magic!!!!

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ARIEL 2nd star to the right.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: UK Posts: 1,747	Re: What are your favorite perks? I think our best perk is definately staying on site. We have stayed offsite twice and although, at the time this was cool and the accomodation was nice, it just does not compare to actually being in the heart of things and being surrounded by Disney magic at all times. I also think it is really cool of Disney to give you gifts such as the free lanyard and choice of other cool items. I mean, it's not like they have to do that in order to get the customers through the doors but it certainly makes you feel a whole lot more special when you get them. __________________ POLLY XXXXX OFFSITE 1997 OFFSITE 1998 DIXIE LANDINGS 1999 POLYNESIAN 2000 PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE 2001 CARIBBEAN BEACH 2002 WILDERNESS LODGE 2002 PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE 2005 PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE 2007 PORT ORLEANS RIVERSIDE 2008 I DO BELIEVE IN FAIRIES....I DO I DO....I DO BELIEVE IN FAIRIES....I DO I DO NO ONE IS TOO OLD TO HUG THE MOUSE! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: my date with Mickey and friends

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BuzzLightyear MB Cast Member ® Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Space Mountain Posts: 3,911	Re: What are your favorite perks? My favorite perk is stayong onsite and using all the different wdw transportation methods, busses, boats , monorails. I love staying there for the week and not having to drive. __________________ 86,92,96 Offsite * 2002 AKL * 2003 BCV * 2004 Contemporary * 2005 WL * 2006 BWV* 2008 CSR * My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Next trip to Disney World!! Just back 8/30. Next trip unsure...........

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bali Dreamfinder Society Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: New York Posts: 2,388	Re: What are your favorite perks? I love having my AP, because I never have to worry about getting my hand stamped or calculating the number of days I've used. It's also saved me thousands with room discounts (though we'll see how long that's going to be a useful perk). __________________ May 02 offsite * May 03 AKL * Oct 03 CSR * May 04 POR * Oct 04 CSR * May 05 BCV * Oct 05 SSR * Dec 05 BWI * Jan 06 WL * May 06 AKL * Sep 06 PC/BCV * Dec 06 WL * Jan 07 CSR * Apr 07 BCV * Jun 07 BW * Oct 07 BWV * Nov 07 WL * May 08 CSR *

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SilentRascal Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Salisbury, NC Posts: 212	Re: What are your favorite perks? We stayed at the Poly the last time, so I can definitely say that having the monorail stop right at your resort is a major perk. __________________ March 1985 - Offsite May 1993 - Fort Wilderness Campground Sept 2001 - Wilderness Lodge Sept 2003 - Polynesian (honeymoon) Sept 2005 - Polynesian Sept 2006 - Boardwalk Villas Sept 2008 - Wilderness Lodge

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SplashMtnMan Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Seattle,WA Posts: 316	Re: What are your favorite perks? I like the package delivery perk, EMH perk, and hats off to the Disney transportation system...for as huge as WDW is they do a fantastic job!!! __________________ ~ Always looking forward to going back to the laughing place ~ DL Jun '00 ~ Offsite WDW Aug '04 ~ SOG WDW Jan '05 ~ SOG WDW Aug '05 ~ WL DL Apr '06 ~ Candy Cane Inn

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lovemysons You better not pout Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: In my house Posts: 6,352	Re: What are your favorite perks? My Dh loves the transportation, he hates having to deal with parking, driving, etc while on vacation. I just love staying on property. There is something about it, I just can't describe it! This is going to sound nuts, but I love seeing those Mickey soaps and shampoo bottles. Just makes my day! __________________ Dopey is the boss of us. Missing the madness. Peppy is still my partner in crime. Is that you, Pu? Fabulous avatar, courtesy of the fabulous Mr. R2Go! ´¨) x¸.•´ ¸.•´¨)xxxx¸.•¨) (¸.•´xxxxxx(¸.•`xxx´¨)All you need is love!´¨) My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Back to POFQ!!! 109 days 5 hours 6 minutes

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palmickey MB's Pal Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: My heart is at WDW! Posts: 2,773	Re: What are your favorite perks? I love the fact that all I have to do is get to the Orlando airport and Disney does the rest! They drop me off at my hotel, they drive me to the parks, to early hotel breakfasts, to DTD, etc. I don't have to figure out where I am going, how to get there, where to park, etc. And then they drop me off at the airport again! And even though we are not DVC, AP holders, etc. we did get to take advantage of a disney offer last year and are waiting and hoping for another offer this year! __________________ x´¨) x¸.•´ ¸.•´¨)xxxx¸.•¨) (¸.•´xxxxxx(¸.•`xxxpalmickey ´¨) Saratoga Springs October 2008* Beach Club Villas May 2008 Old Key West December 2007 Old Key West February 2007 Saratoga Springs October 2006 Saratoga Springs May 2006 All Star Movies February 2006 All Star Movies October 2005 All Star Movies October 2004 My Disney Countdown Counting down to: My Birthday Trip! 152 days 0 hours 6 minutes

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wdwspider Back in the Web! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NC Posts: 2,548	Re: What are your favorite perks? WDW Transportation and EMH are my favorites. The Maid service can be a nice perk at times too. The little extras you find somedays are wonderful. __________________ Finally... the spider is going back to WDW!

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llama Cie la vie Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Slurpee Capital of the World Posts: 6,749	Re: What are your favorite perks? I have to agree with all of the above. As DVC members I also appreciate the feeling of "community" at the DVC properties and the "homey" atmosphere. It really adds to my enjoyment knowing I'm a little part of WDW. __________________ Moderator - Sa-fari, Sa-goodie A PROUD MEMBER OF THE BAD KITTY CLUB "Meowany Are Called, Mew Are Chosen" Dopey is my Bad Influence - Discuss It's Murdoch with an "H" My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Two weeks of Florida sun! 56 days 0 hours 36 minutes

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dhoughton The Pin Kitteh Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: A few miles SE of M22... Posts: 2,860	Re: What are your favorite perks? Staying on site is THE BEST! Having packages delivered to your resort is FABULOUS! Just going to WDW is WONDERFUL!! (Sorry I am on sugar high right now!! LOL!!) __________________ Doughnut Disney Pinologist President of the Bad Kitty Club Cult Ivanker is right... eleventwentyten

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hanwill Big Cheese Join Date: May 2004 Location: Metro Atlanta Posts: 612	Re: What are your favorite perks? I love to ride the FREE monorail!!! When I was a little kid- I got sooooo excited when I go onto the monorail- that meant I was going to WDW!!! I also love the way that everyone at WDW goes out of their way to make your day our your child's day magical!!! No where else does this!!!! We were on the tram one time going to the AK. As we were exciting the park, the tram operator (in the back with the microphone) asked my three year old if she would help her with something. She said yes, so the tram operator let her tell everyone to have a magical day!!! My DD was thrilled!!!! (NEW THREAD IDEA??) __________________ HANWILL Countdown - not soon enough!But trying to decide if I should go In November

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06-20-2005	#15 (permalink)
jedijson Defend-EAR of the DCR Join Date: May 2003 Location: Under Hook's Hat Posts: 974	Re: What are your favorite perks? Hmmm... My favorite perks must be the sending to your room thing, so you don't have to lug them around, and, of course, the meal plan. That's just an awesome perk. Yes, you have to pay for it, but I figure that, when you pay for your room, you're probably paying someone to lug your stuff for you, too. You just don't see it... Oh, and, I do enjoy the not having to drive bit. Yes, the buses are a pain, but still... Not having to drive is kinda nice. I don't have to remember where I parked! __________________ Jedi Disneyland in May 2007 or Bust! Hey, ya just gotta go for SW 30th Birthday! But I digress...