JUst in case you didn't spot it... Pop food court is open til 7.30 tonight now, so you can refill those mugs again before curfewHi...we are at Pop Century (50's building behind the jukebox). The CMs have been awesome. Everyone with a smile and super helpful. Food court was open until 3pm today. People were in the pool all morning until it closed around 2pm. We haven't experienced any lines to speak of at the food court and thought that was all handled very well. Almost every guest we have encountered has been great as well. Seems like people are prepared and knew what was ahead of them so for the most part people who didn't want to be here have left. We are one of those that flew in yesterday morning (my wife and I are both in our 30s and no kids). We may have made a different choice if we had little ones to consider. In our opinion it was worth it to get done what we did at HS and Epcot yesterday. We feel comfortable with our decision and are incredibly impressed with Disney and the CMs during these couple of days. Heavy rains on and off but we expect the worst overnight through 8am tomorrow. If anyone needs anything at POP until the curfew tonight let us know. We have chargers, plenty of water, and snacks. Best wishes to everyone and let's all stay safe.
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Anyone at OKW, if you see Tristan from Purdue working, be nice to him, he's my nephew! He's on the CP, and he said he's working through Irma. Frankly, I was a lot less worried about him once he told me that, knowing that he would be on property.
Cool! Purdue grad here as well - '88! (Yeah, a while ago!) He seems to work a lot of extra shifts too, so you might see him. I think he's a general "helper", so you may see him around the lobby or somewhere like that. Either way, enjoy!I'll be at OKW in a few weeks, we have an ADR at Olivia's for lunch, and my parents and I will be checking out the resort - we've never been there. And all 3 of us are Purdue grads, so we will look for Tristan!
Don't tell us how it ends!This was the first time in my life I've seen Beauty and the Beast in full.
I know... I'm disgusted as well.
My husband and I love The Santa Clause. We just tuned in right as the fell off the roof scene as we were watching the local news. But I admit it's September and it's odd to see a Christmas movie. Heck even my Christmas in July movies that I recorded I haven't even watched yet lolOn another note - what's up with this movie schedule?! Not a complaint, just commentary. We were hoping to see Moana, Inside Out, Big Hero 6, BATB 2017... things along that line.
Instead it's been:
*Tron:Legacy
*Beauty and the Beast (1992)
*Muppet Treaure Island
*Brave
And now...
*The Santa Clause.
Um, what?
They also seem to be on a loop (same movies last night.) I definitely appreciate the gesture - it's just the selection that seems a bit peculiar!
This was the first time in my life I've seen Beauty and the Beast in full.
I know... I'm disgusted as well.
Most respectfully I would like to add another viewpoint. No judgement, no animosity, just another side....
Some dogs, when left alone in a strange setting, will bark, and bark, and BARK. Perhaps the pet owners who are out and about are choosing the more respectful option. If they need a meal or even just a short break from the room, leaving their pet could have far worse consequences. Most of these animals are probably well socialized and could pose a great learning experience for the apprehensive child or adult. Friendly pet owners usually LOVE to share their love of pets with others.
No answer for those with allergies but hopefully you have an epi pen available.
Yeah, this would be my little fella. He would bark in a strange hotel room by himself.
The point about the barking is well-taken, but unfortunately those who are legitimately scared of dogs - and I'm not talking about kids who are just wary - will be in an awful situation, unable to fully relax and enjoy common areas without constantly looking around for a surprise dog. I got over my very serious fear when I was a teenager (and now actively seek out every single dog so I can pet it!), but my mom had hers all her life.
That said, I'm happy to see hotels taking pets, if the alternative is people refusing to evacuate because of them.
It is never completely pet-free, as service animals are allowed.
Whoa, a PC Friar on the board. Love that logo.Don't tell us how it ends!
That's why they sell those no-barking collars - they work great. Dogs that bark because they are alone in a strange setting are not to be trusted around other dogs and people, in a strange setting, wouldn't you think? Having had a few incidents with poorly trained dogs, I'm surprised WDW is allowing them in so many common places. One bite, and there's a lawsuit in the making.
I seriously should not have read this thread. We were due at the Poly on Friday (leaving next Saturday) and I cancelled everything Friday morning. I'm so upset I could cry.
You absolutely made the right decision. If I had a young child, I would have done the same. Don't beat yourself up over this. I fly out early next week but am a solo guest adult. And at this time, nothing is certain for next week. If I had one of my young nieces in tow, I would have cancelled my vacation already. Not even the best in the business could predict where the Hurricane's path would go at the last minute. In the end, you & your family are safe. You made the right call.I made the best decision I could at the time with the information that I had