The we loooooove Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek Part 4

[Upatnoon]

Do they have any problems at this resort with locals, other non-resort guest pool hopping and such?

To enter the resort you need to pass through security and have a keycard to let you in.

The resort itself has 5 pools, two lazy rivers and some kid splash areas, with pool hopping allowed.

I have not had any issues in 20+ stays, but if you are at a pool and don't like the crowd you can always go to one of the others.

 

[SL6827]

To enter the resort you need to pass through security and have a keycard to let you in.

The resort itself has 5 pools, two lazy rivers and some kid splash areas, with pool hopping allowed.

I have not had any issues in 20+ stays, but if you are at a pool and don't like the crowd you can always go to one of the others.

Ok, just wondered how they kept those not staying there out of the pool areas.

 

[Upatnoon]

Ok, just wondered how they kept those not staying there out of the pool areas.

If you are not staying there, you can't get into the resort at all. If you can talk your way past the guard I supposed you could use the pool, but this is no different than one of the million other resorts around Orlando.

The only pool I know where they check the pool area is the Storm Along Bay at the Beach Club, which would attract lots of pool crashers from the next door resorts.

 

[FriendofScrump]

I have used Vacation Strategy in the past and wanted a 1 BR for an upcoming trip in Oct. Unfortunately, they only have 2 BR avail for my dates. I did book it and was put on the wait list for a 1 BR. I looked at tripbound.com and the 2BR is $100 less than the 2 BR from VS. Should I cancel VS and book the 2 BR through tripbound? Or, wait to see how the waitlist progresses?

Because of your post, I checked Tripbound for my dates and they came in at about $200 less than the quote I got (and reserved) through VS. I sent VS an email to see if they would match that price, and will let you know what I hear. I like Tripbound's cancellation policy, but I like how I don't have to pay everything up front with VS.

Thanks so much for your post, because you could very well save me money!

 

[staceywj]

Because of your post, I checked Tripbound for my dates and they came in at about $200 less than the quote I got (and reserved) through VS. I sent VS an email to see if they would match that price, and will let you know what I hear. I like Tripbound's cancellation policy, but I like how I don't have to pay everything up front with VS.

Thanks so much for your post, because you could very well save me money!

That was a great idea to see if they would price match it! Keep me posted. I would be more comfortable with keeping a 2BR if the price was less.

 

[margot31]

Is there any wheelchair rental company that bonnet creek likes on their property? We will need to rent one and the cost is better to have one vs renting at the park each day.

 

[chris3947]

We are a large family traveling together and will book 3 rooms. We'd like them to be close together, at least in the same building. How does this work when booking through something like tripbound? Are we assigned rooms when we book, or are rooms assigned at check-in (like a normal hotel- you
make the request and keep your fingers crossed)? Thanks!

 

[Magical2017]

We have a last minute bonus trip planned for 8/20 - 8/25 for me, DH, and our two boys (12 and 9). I have been reading some of the threads and WBC sounds awesome! We have stayed at all levels of onsite, as well as many offsite properties. The past five trips have all been onsite, but we have fun no matter where we stay. I requested a quote for WBC for our stay next month. A one bedroom is available, and the quote was the same as the POP room we have booked. It seems like a no-brainer to switch to a resort with all these amenities and extra room, even though this will be a park-heavy trip. The pools alone will be awesome. There are a few things that we have to consider.

1. We dislike driving in Orlando, so can book a shuttle to/from the airport that is mentioned at the beginning of the thread. As far as getting to and from the parks, is Uber/Lyft recommended? I thought I read you can pay to use a bus transportation but now I cannot seem to find where I read that. Would it be ill-advised to not rent a car during the trip?
2. Has anyone had difficulty getting FoP or SDD FP at 30 days out? Right now we have FoP for both AK days, plus all the other rides the kids really want to go on. I will lose those when I cancel POP. What has been your experience?

 

[Biggen]

We are a large family traveling together and will book 3 rooms. We'd like them to be close together, at least in the same building. How does this work when booking through something like tripbound? Are we assigned rooms when we book, or are rooms assigned at check-in (like a normal hotel- you
make the request and keep your fingers crossed)? Thanks!

You can not through the booking company. Best you can do is call the resort two weeks out from your arrival when the reservation is moved into your name and make the request right to the front desk personnel over the phone. I’ve had good luck doing this, but not for the amount of rooms you need. I only ever do it for one unit.

 

[FriendofScrump]

That was a great idea to see if they would price match it! Keep me posted. I would be more comfortable with keeping a 2BR if the price was less.

I talked to the Tripbound folks and was really impressed. I haven't heard back from VS, but I've decided to book with Tripbound based on my interaction with them. In addition to a lower price than what I got from VS, they offer an additional 10% off if it's your first time booking with them. Plus, I can pay 50% up front, and the remainder at 30 days prior. I'm so excited and was even able to add another night to my trip!

 

[Upatnoon]

We have a last minute bonus trip planned for 8/20 - 8/25 for me, DH, and our two boys (12 and 9). I have been reading some of the threads and WBC sounds awesome! We have stayed at all levels of onsite, as well as many offsite properties. The past five trips have all been onsite, but we have fun no matter where we stay. I requested a quote for WBC for our stay next month. A one bedroom is available, and the quote was the same as the POP room we have booked. It seems like a no-brainer to switch to a resort with all these amenities and extra room, even though this will be a park-heavy trip. The pools alone will be awesome. There are a few things that we have to consider.

1. We dislike driving in Orlando, so can book a shuttle to/from the airport that is mentioned at the beginning of the thread. As far as getting to and from the parks, is Uber/Lyft recommended? I thought I read you can pay to use a bus transportation but now I cannot seem to find where I read that. Would it be ill-advised to not rent a car during the trip?
2. Has anyone had difficulty getting FoP or SDD FP at 30 days out? Right now we have FoP for both AK days, plus all the other rides the kids really want to go on. I will lose those when I cancel POP. What has been your experience?

They have a shuttle, but it's more expensive than using Uber for a family and limited in service. How it even survives is a mystery.

As for getting those hot attractions at 30 days, it will come down to luck and persistence in searching. You usually need to be more than 60 days out to get those attractions.

There's a large thread about people getting "throw away" rooms so they can get those hot fast passes and then stay off-site, like at WBC.

You can also do rope drop or late at night to cut down on waits.

 

[Magical2017]

Thank you! We booked today and were told we would get an updgrade to the Presidential one bedroom. We will have to take our chance with FP, and Uber or Lyft to the parks sounds perfect.

 

[staceywj]

I talked to the Tripbound folks and was really impressed. I haven't heard back from VS, but I've decided to book with Tripbound based on my interaction with them. In addition to a lower price than what I got from VS, they offer an additional 10% off if it's your first time booking with them. Plus, I can pay 50% up front, and the remainder at 30 days prior. I'm so excited and was even able to add another night to my trip!

That is great to hear. VS stated that I am first on the waitlist so I am going to try to wait for awhile. If a 1 BR does not come avail before the cancellation time then I will book with tripbound.

 

[Biggen]

So I called Tripbound and they were also cheaper than my VS reservation I currently have AND their refund policy is better. So I canceled my VS reservation and booked with Tripbound. Thanks @FriendofScrump for that!!

 

[SL6827]

I got a dummy quote from TB and VS, and TB was cheaper for me as well. I was wondering about Ebay though? I don't know if I would chance it with them. Are those trips legit and such?

 

[Biggen]

I got a dummy quote from TB and VS, and TB was cheaper for me as well. I was wondering about Ebay though? I don't know if I would chance it with them. Are those trips legit and such?

They are legit. At least the ones I've dealt with in the past. Check their feedback to be sure.

Tripbound claimed they were running a "July Special", hence the cheaper pricing. Their cancellation policy though is also major plus. Most of the megarenters don't give full refunds inside of 60 days but Tripbound does. That is gold!

 

[staceywj]

Thank you! We booked today and were told we would get an updgrade to the Presidential one bedroom. We will have to take our chance with FP, and Uber or Lyft to the parks sounds perfect.

Did you have to pay a difference for a 1 Br Pres vs 1 BR deluxe?

 

[Magical2017]

No, there was no difference in price. The person I had been emailing called me after I gave my information and told me about the upgrade.

 

[staceywj]

No, there was no difference in price. The person I had been emailing called me after I gave my information and told me about the upgrade.

You got lucky! I called today and inquired about the 10% off for first time customers, the rep, Hannah told me that the July special prices are already discounted and other further discounts would not apply. She stated that after the trip we would receive a survey with a discount that can be applied for a future trip.

I did book a 2 BR that was $100 less than VS. I also asked about a 1 BR deluxe and she stated that a 1 BR presidential is avail but it was a little more than a 2 BR.

I still have my 2 BR with VS but will wait and see if a 1 BR comes avail before I hit the 60 day mark.

I do feel comfortable using them but just trying to get the best rate as I have three trips planned in a 4 month span!

 

[Magical2017]

I read somewhere on here about owners getting upgrades, so I wonder if the WBC owner just happened to have the upgrade. .
I am more familiar with DVC than WBC, though.