Buses to Mini Golf Courses?

[ilovetotravel1977]

We haven't done the mini golf at Disney yet.

The Winter Summerland courses are in the Blizzard Beach area. Is there a resort bus that goes there? What about the Fantasia course in the Swan area?

Which course would you say is the best if only time for one?

 

[UNCgolf]

We haven't done the mini golf at Disney yet.

The Winter Summerland courses are in the Blizzard Beach area. Is there a resort bus that goes there? What about the Fantasia course in the Swan area?

Which course would you say is the best if only time for one?

I think the Fantasia one is a lot better, but one of the courses there is designed to be like a mini version of an actual golf course with "bunkers" and "fairways" and "greens". Each of those areas are made of a different consistency of fake turf so it's much harder to putt out of the "bunkers" than it is to putt off the "fairway". It's actually pretty difficult in places and may not be what you're looking for. The other course is a standard mini-golf course and pretty fun.

I'm not sure the best way to get there using Disney transportation, though. I think you'd have to go to a park or Disney Springs first and then take a bus over to the Boardwalk or Swan/Dolphin (if that's an option; not sure how that will work now that they aren't part of Disney transportation) and walk from there. It'd probably be easier to just get an Uber or Lyft.

 

[Lilofan]

We haven't done the mini golf at Disney yet.

The Winter Summerland courses are in the Blizzard Beach area. Is there a resort bus that goes there? What about the Fantasia course in the Swan area?

Which course would you say is the best if only time for one?

Take a bus to Swan and walk across the street. Be careful, the cars drive around 45-50mph on the main road.

 

[JIMINYCR]

Fantasia IMHO is best. There are more challenging holes. But if youre bringing young kids Winter/ Summer course is more kid friendly. If you want a longer mini golf outing W/S There are no direct bus routes. Its a bus to resorts and then walking. Not enough guests playing through the day to warrant Disney scheduling dedicated bus service.

 

[zakattack99]

Sorry to Bump, but figured its easier to add then to create a new thread. Does anyone know how to get to Fantasia Gardens from POP? I was looking at Google Earth and it appears my best bet would be skyliner to EPCOT then walk. However when I switched to streetview it appears the walkway across the street at Swan/Dolphin is no longer there... So where would I cross to get to Fantasia Gardens?

 

[dmw]

I am thinking that the skyliner from Pop to HS, then bus to the Swan would be the fastest if using only Disney transport. But, if you take the skyliner to Epcot the friendship boat to the Swan might be faster than walking. I've not been since construction started on the Reserve, but there must still be a way to cross the street.

 

[zakattack99]

I am thinking that the skyliner from Pop to HS, then bus to the Swan would be the fastest if using only Disney transport. But, if you take the skyliner to Epcot the friendship boat to the Swan might be faster than walking. I've not been since construction started on the Reserve, but there must still be a way to cross the street.

Yea I was thinking the Friendship boats would be easier than walking as well... also helps check another box on the Disney Transport BINGO card lol. I agree that there has to be a place to cross but looking at the street view I was not able to find it.

 

[Weather_Lady]

Sorry to Bump, but figured its easier to add then to create a new thread. Does anyone know how to get to Fantasia Gardens from POP? I was looking at Google Earth and it appears my best bet would be skyliner to EPCOT then walk. However when I switched to streetview it appears the walkway across the street at Swan/Dolphin is no longer there... So where would I cross to get to Fantasia Gardens?

You can still get there -- when you reach the road after passing by Swan/Dolphin on the foot path toward Fantasia Gardens, you'll just cross the street slightly to the right of the original crosswalk, closer to the Swan Reserve. Then you'll follow the marked path to Fantasia Gardens next door.

 

[zakattack99]

You can still get there -- when you reach the road after passing by Swan/Dolphin on the foot path toward Fantasia Gardens, you'll just cross the street slightly to the right of the original crosswalk, closer to the Swan Reserve. Then you'll follow the marked path to Fantasia Gardens next door.

Thanks!!!

 

[Goofyernmost]

I am thinking that the skyliner from Pop to HS, then bus to the Swan would be the fastest if using only Disney transport. But, if you take the skyliner to Epcot the friendship boat to the Swan might be faster than walking. I've not been since construction started on the Reserve, but there must still be a way to cross the street.

Yea I was thinking the Friendship boats would be easier than walking as well... also helps check another box on the Disney Transport BINGO card lol. I agree that there has to be a place to cross but looking at the street view I was not able to find it.

You can still get there -- when you reach the road after passing by Swan/Dolphin on the foot path toward Fantasia Gardens, you'll just cross the street slightly to the right of the original crosswalk, closer to the Swan Reserve. Then you'll follow the marked path to Fantasia Gardens next door.

I know that many think that having a car available is non-vacation inducing, but all the options listed make me happy to just jump in my car and drive there without breaking a sweat.

 

[monorail81]

I am thinking that the skyliner from Pop to HS, then bus to the Swan would be the fastest if using only Disney transport. But, if you take the skyliner to Epcot the friendship boat to the Swan might be faster than walking. I've not been since construction started on the Reserve, but there must still be a way to cross the street.

There is no bus to the Swan from HS. Friendship Boat only (or walk).

 

[zakattack99]

I know that many think that having a car available is non-vacation inducing, but all the options listed make me happy to just jump in my car and drive there without breaking a sweat.

Two words: CAR SEATS! One of the reasons that has made staying on property so enjoyable. We leave the car seats in Philly and don't have to worry about them till we return. However now that we have to pay for our transportation starting in January... I have seriously considered renting a car and staying off property so we may be joining the cool car club soon!

 

[Goofyernmost]

Two words: CAR SEATS! One of the reasons that has made staying on property so enjoyable. We leave the car seats in Philly and don't have to worry about them till we return. However now that we have to pay for our transportation starting in January... I have seriously considered renting a car and staying off property so we may be joining the cool car club soon!

Using my own 38 year experience, I think you will still enjoy it, maybe even more when you see how much there is to do offsite and how much money you will likely save even with the car rental. You could even take a road trip with your own vehicle. It is a bit of a ride from Philly but if you take routes that bypass DC it is not that bad. I'd probably aim for staying overnight along I-95 somewhere near the bottom of SC or the northern part of Georgia and then a more relaxing drive to the WDW area. Not everyone likes road trips so I understand that. Personally I love them and for 28 of my 38 years of trips to WDW it was from Vermont.

Driving is cheaper then flying plus staying offsite, heck you might even come home with more money then you left home with. That, of course was a joke, no one ever goes to Disney and comes home feeling financially solvent. I cannot speak for anyone else, but just thinking about the money I'm saving makes me smile more than any fake opulence that Disney can paste together. And there is so much to see unshackled from the World of Disney to the real world. I go for the parks, nothing else appeals to me. I hate paying 5 star prices for 3 star meals and although most of the resorts (moderate and High End) are nice, I only spend my sleeping time in the rooms. I don't need shiny stuff when my eyes are closed.

I drive in now from Raleigh, NC. Door to door it is almost exactly 600 miles and 10 hours driving time. I leave home a 6am and usually arrive around 4 or 4:30pm. People fear the traffic and I will say that it is crazy sometimes but, remaining alert and aware makes it not much different than Philly, I would suspect. I have never had a problem and I have never been there without my own car or a rental. To me it is not a big deal and remember I am from Vermont originally where a traffic jam is when you are the third car back from the intersection waiting for the light to change. Granted it is easier now that I have been that many times, but the roads are well marked and Waze is your friend.

 

[Lilofan]

Using my own 38 year experience, I think you will still enjoy it, maybe even more when you see how much there is to do offsite and how much money you will likely save even with the car rental. You could even take a road trip with your own vehicle. It is a bit of a ride from Philly but if you take routes that bypass DC it is not that bad. I'd probably aim for staying overnight along I-95 somewhere near the bottom of SC or the northern part of Georgia and then a more relaxing drive to the WDW area. Not everyone likes road trips so I understand that. Personally I love them and for 28 of my 38 years of trips to WDW it was from Vermont.

Driving is cheaper then flying plus staying offsite, heck you might even come home with more money then you left home with. That, of course was a joke, no one ever goes to Disney and comes home feeling financially solvent. I cannot speak for anyone else, but just thinking about the money I'm saving makes me smile more than any fake opulence that Disney can paste together. And there is so much to see unshackled from the World of Disney to the real world. I go for the parks, nothing else appeals to me. I hate paying 5 star prices for 3 star meals and although most of the resorts (moderate and High End) are nice, I only spend my sleeping time in the rooms. I don't need shiny stuff when my eyes are closed.

I drive in now from Raleigh, NC. Door to door it is almost exactly 600 miles and 10 hours driving time. I leave home a 6am and usually arrive around 4 or 4:30pm. People fear the traffic and I will say that it is crazy sometimes but, remaining alert and aware makes it not much different than Philly, I would suspect. I have never had a problem and I have never been there without my own car or a rental. To me it is not a big deal and remember I am from Vermont originally where a traffic jam is when you are the third car back from the intersection waiting for the light to change. Granted it is easier now that I have been that many times, but the roads are well marked and Waze is your friend.

I've been on the straightaway drive I-95 thru SC, and GA. Especially in SC, local law enforcement like to hide behind the trees that separate eastbound and westbound of I-95. I see cars pulled over all the time usually drivers with out of state plates.

 

[zakattack99]

Using my own 38 year experience, I think you will still enjoy it, maybe even more when you see how much there is to do offsite and how much money you will likely save even with the car rental. You could even take a road trip with your own vehicle. It is a bit of a ride from Philly but if you take routes that bypass DC it is not that bad. I'd probably aim for staying overnight along I-95 somewhere near the bottom of SC or the northern part of Georgia and then a more relaxing drive to the WDW area. Not everyone likes road trips so I understand that. Personally I love them and for 28 of my 38 years of trips to WDW it was from Vermont.

Driving is cheaper then flying plus staying offsite, heck you might even come home with more money then you left home with. That, of course was a joke, no one ever goes to Disney and comes home feeling financially solvent. I cannot speak for anyone else, but just thinking about the money I'm saving makes me smile more than any fake opulence that Disney can paste together. And there is so much to see unshackled from the World of Disney to the real world. I go for the parks, nothing else appeals to me. I hate paying 5 star prices for 3 star meals and although most of the resorts (moderate and High End) are nice, I only spend my sleeping time in the rooms. I don't need shiny stuff when my eyes are closed.

I drive in now from Raleigh, NC. Door to door it is almost exactly 600 miles and 10 hours driving time. I leave home a 6am and usually arrive around 4 or 4:30pm. People fear the traffic and I will say that it is crazy sometimes but, remaining alert and aware makes it not much different than Philly, I would suspect. I have never had a problem and I have never been there without my own car or a rental. To me it is not a big deal and remember I am from Vermont originally where a traffic jam is when you are the third car back from the intersection waiting for the light to change. Granted it is easier now that I have been that many times, but the roads are well marked and Waze is your friend.

Yea I would be fine with a road trip, my wife on the other hand gets the car sick so its been pretty much out of the question... but I keep trying lol. Either way I see us having a car for the next trip. I have been spoiled I have stayed on site every time, and yes there is a charm to it, but the cost just keeps going up and I am finding it harder to justify. The last two trips and this upcoming I have used the "Let Disney take care of everything" excuse, but now that is quickly going away.

I have also never been to Universal and I like Mr. Potter so I think I am well overdue for a visit, plus I feel my 4 going on 5 year old will be the right height and maturity (starting to be less scared of EVERYTHING lol) to experience the more Thrilling side of Orlando. I am also a bit of a space geek so I want to go see all of that fun stuff, as well as seeing some family we have been avoiding who live down that way.

My in-laws own DVC... still waiting for our invitation lol... so I am sure we will stay on property again soon but I have to agree there is a whole world outside the parks I am excited to visit soon. As well as be able to drive around property when and where I want/need to go (see how I brought us back to the topic )

 

[Goofyernmost]

I've been on the straightaway drive I-95 thru SC, and GA. Especially in SC, local law enforcement like to hide behind the trees that separate eastbound and westbound of I-95. I see cars pulled over all the time usually drivers with out of state plates.

Yup, I've seen them too, but they never stopped me at almost 80mph. I can't imagine what speed the once that are stopped are going when they pass them.

 

[Goofyernmost]

Yea I would be fine with a road trip, my wife on the other hand gets the car sick so its been pretty much out of the question... but I keep trying lol. Either way I see us having a car for the next trip. I have been spoiled I have stayed on site every time, and yes there is a charm to it, but the cost just keeps going up and I am finding it harder to justify. The last two trips and this upcoming I have used the "Let Disney take care of everything" excuse, but now that is quickly going away.

I have also never been to Universal and I like Mr. Potter so I think I am well overdue for a visit, plus I feel my 4 going on 5 year old will be the right height and maturity (starting to be less scared of EVERYTHING lol) to experience the more Thrilling side of Orlando. I am also a bit of a space geek so I want to go see all of that fun stuff, as well as seeing some family we have been avoiding who live down that way.

My in-laws own DVC... still waiting for our invitation lol... so I am sure we will stay on property again soon but I have to agree there is a whole world outside the parks I am excited to visit soon. As well as be able to drive around property when and where I want/need to go (see how I brought us back to the topic )

If you are a space geek, you will positively wet your pants over in the Kennedy space center. The Saturn V rocket, like the one that carried men to the moon is in a beautiful building, overhead. You have to see it to believe how big that thing is. As for Universal, yes Potter is a big thing but there are many other things worthy of seeing. They have actual thrill coasters there and I do mean thrill. To much for my old bones, but I'm sure others might find it interesting. Maybe not your wife.