h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted February 5, 2017 Report Share Posted February 5, 2017 So $200/ person and $100/ person ticket. So for a group of 10 it would cost $3000. Or I could hire a VIP guide for $315/ hour with a 6 hour minimum- $1890. Plus $100/ person ticket. $1,000. Total $2890.00 And with a VIP guide they pick us up at our resort and take us thru a back entrance. To avoid the crowds. Get us on any ride we want not just the 10 listed and get us a rezzie at any restaurant we want. And I save $110. Who is with me? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shoreline99 137 Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 The premium transportation option is now advertised on your check-in email from WDW - Quote Make hopping easier with Express Transportation! Add Express Transportation to your theme park ticket with Park Hopper® Option and get to the magic sooner. This new service will pick you up and drop you off from inside the theme park, bypassing the main entrance and standard theme park transportation. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 15 minutes ago, shoreline99 said: The premium transportation option is now advertised on your check-in email from WDW - Interesting. How long until you check-in? I thought this was still only a test, because they really haven't publicized it, and, as far as I know, they aren't letting guests pre-purchase it- but the language from your email makes it sound like it's something that can be added to a park hopper ticket? Can that be done in advance? TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shoreline99 137 Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 We arrive this weekend. You can't purchase them in advance yet, though. Quote Ticket Pricing and Information Express Transportation tickets are available to Guests holding valid theme park admission with the Park Hopper Option and to Walt Disney World Annual Passholders. Price per Guest (Ages 3+) Single-day ticket: $15 Valid for date of purchase only Multi-day ticket: $24 Valid for up to 7 consecutive days beginning on date of purchase Where to Buy Express Transportation Tickets All 4 theme park ticket windows and Guest Relations Disney Springs ticket window Disney Resort hotel concierge locations Walt Disney World Swan Hotel and Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel ticket desks Kiosks at Express Transportation check-in location Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 I have heard that the Express service has been very well received and will continue. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 28 minutes ago, DaveInTN said: I have heard that the Express service has been very well received and will continue. All of the first hand reports I've read about it rave about how uncrowded the buses are. A lot of people say that they like it because they were the only passengers on the bus. How is this making a profit for Disney? TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 1 hour ago, Tri-Circle-D said: All of the first hand reports I've read about it rave about how uncrowded the buses are. A lot of people say that they like it because they were the only passengers on the bus. How is this making a profit for Disney? TCD Disney is not in business to make a profit. They exist to spread magical memories and pixie dust throughout the world. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cortezcapt (Derek) 156 Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 4 minutes ago, DaveInTN said: Disney is not in business to make a profit. They exist to spread magical memories and pixie dust throughout the world. OK does anybody know what Dave's been drinking??? I think I want some! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Travisma 1,317 Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 11 minutes ago, Cortezcapt (Derek) said: OK does anybody know what Dave's been drinking??? I think I want some! I think he went back in time when Walt's visions/ideals were still in affect! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 11 hours ago, Cortezcapt (Derek) said: OK does anybody know what Dave's been drinking??? I think I want some! I think he is dehydrated and it is causing him to be delusional. He should seek help immediately Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ThemeParkCommando 81 Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 Disneyland is joining in the Year of 10,000 Schemes, too. I just found this: http://robbreport.com/fine-dining/robb-report-exclusive-new-private-dining-experience-secret-disney-location "Disneyland is known as the Magic Kingdom, but what that name elides is the source of the magic: storytelling and attention to detail. Those two principles, elevated to their highest level, animate a new fine-dining experience the park is making available to just a single party of 12 per night. Robb Report got an exclusive first look at the experience, called 21 Royal ($15,000, including tax, gratuity, valet, and park admission), earlier this month." Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 Disneyland is joining in the Year of 10,000 Schemes, too. I just found this: http://robbreport.com/fine-dining/robb-report-exclusive-new-private-dining-experience-secret-disney-location "Disneyland is known as the Magic Kingdom, but what that name elides is the source of the magic: storytelling and attention to detail. Those two principles, elevated to their highest level, animate a new fine-dining experience the park is making available to just a single party of 12 per night. Robb Report got an exclusive first look at the experience, called 21 Royal ($15,000, including tax, gratuity, valet, and park admission), earlier this month." That sounds like a fun evening. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 10 minutes ago, DaveInTN said: That sounds like a fun evening. It really does. Im in! Btw Dave I think it's your turn to buy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 It really does. Im in! Btw Dave I think it's your turn to buy. I'm trying to think of a way to move the meetings I just held in Palm Springs last week to Anaheim next year. We coincidentally had 12 people this year, so dinner sounds perfect. :D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ThemeParkCommando 81 Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 I'm most impressed that park admission is actually included in the price. I didn't think they ever included park admission in any of the special events. /s Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 Great news! For thirty bucks (plus the cost of park admission) you can stand approximately 80 to 100 feet from an elephant at AK and look at it! http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/caring-for-giants/news/24feb2017-disneys-animal-kingdom-offering-a-new-elephant-experience---caring-for-giants.htm TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
keith_h 420 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 32 minutes ago, Tri-Circle-D said: Great news! For thirty bucks (plus the cost of park admission) you can stand approximately 80 to 100 feet from an elephant at AK and look at it! http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/caring-for-giants/news/24feb2017-disneys-animal-kingdom-offering-a-new-elephant-experience---caring-for-giants.htm TCD Well that's better than the NC Zoo price of a $500 for 1-6 people to go behind the scenes with the elephants. Of course theirs does include feeding. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Travisma 1,317 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 3 minutes ago, keith_h said: Well that's better than the NC Zoo price of a $500 for 1-6 people to go behind the scenes with the elephants. Of course theirs does include feeding. Well if you included park admission to the AK experience, for 6 people it would be $780. Granted you would get full use of the park also. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 57 minutes ago, keith_h said: Well that's better than the NC Zoo price of a $500 for 1-6 people to go behind the scenes with the elephants. Of course theirs does include feeding. Like I said. Disney's deal is GREAT NEWS!!! TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 There is a loophole though that might save you some bucks. If you can be at AK the day The View is taping, you can observe the elephants for no additional charge. Avatab.... Steve and TN22.....Brady 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 I'm in. My DD and DW love elephants. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
twiceblessed....nacole 433 Posted February 25, 2017 Report Share Posted February 25, 2017 21 hours ago, DaveInTN said: There is a loophole though that might save you some bucks. If you can be at AK the day The View is taping, you can observe the elephants for no additional charge. ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted March 31, 2017 Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 If you thought Disney would let the month of March pass without a new money grubbing scheme, then you are dumber than you look (no offense). Here's one targeted at the DVC crowd (Disney already knows they're ripe for schemes): Limited Spaces Remain for Member Event at Markham’s at Golden Oak by Ryan March, Editor, Disney Vacation Club’s Disney Files Magazine As the opportunity to enjoy experiences typically unavailable to the general public have long been among Disney Vacation Club Members’ favorite “extras,” I’m pleased to report that the next such experience is just around the corner and that a limited number of spaces remain available. Golden Oak, the master-planned, luxury residential community at Walt Disney World Resort, will open its gates to Members and their Guests for a special evening of food, drinks and entertainment on April 12 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This exclusive Culinary Magic event, presented as part of Membership Magic in 2017, will take place at Markhams’s, the casually elegant restaurant inside Summerhouse (Golden Oak residents’ private clubhouse), where attendees will mix and mingle with other Members while enjoying the music of a string trio, an artful assortment of food and (for guests ages 21 or older with valid ID) an open bar serving beer, wine and cocktails. While menu offerings are subject to change, plans call for the spread to include artisanal cheeses, chilled seafood, a hand-crafted pasta station, a carving station (featuring Black Angus Prime Rib) and a sweet selection of desserts, including Macarons from Amorette’s Patisserie and chocolates from The Ganachery – adding a taste of Disney Springs to the festivities. The price of $130 per person includes tax, gratuity and roundtrip resort transportation (arranged when making your event reservation) for Members staying at a Disney Vacation Club Resort. Reservations are required (unfortunately walk-ins will not be accepted) and are open to Members and either the number of people sharing their Resort accommodations or a maximum party of six (including the Member) for Member families not staying at a resort. Please note that attendees not staying at a Disney Vacation Club Resort must provide their own transportation and present a valid driver’s license at the Golden Oak gate to gain admittance. Call Member Services to book this event, and keep an eye on the Events Calendar online at disneyvacationclub.com for details about future offerings at Golden Oak. https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2017/03/limited-spaces-remain-for-member-event-at-markhams-at-golden-oak/ To recap, that's $130 a head for two hours worth of cheese and whine and a sales pitch. Too bad I'm not a DVC member. But if you are, you had better hurry. Space is limited! TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted March 31, 2017 Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 I thought when folks typically attend a sales pitch, they are getting something for their time? I've never heard of anyone paying to attend one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted March 31, 2017 Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 14 minutes ago, DaveInTN said: I thought when folks typically attend a sales pitch, they are getting something for their time? I've never heard of anyone paying to attend one. That's because you think small! The planners behind the Year of a Million Schemes dream big!! TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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