Contemporary Tidbits: Now with 100% more eye candy!

[Kristilovesdw]

Thanks for update and pics! I'll definitely be checking all this out when we stay in November. Thanks again and hope to see more updates from you!

 

[benji]

Thank you for the detailed photo update! I have to visit the Contemporary when it's all done. Does any body know when the rehab will all be completed?

 

[Mr.EPCOT]

Thank you for the detailed photo update! I have to visit the Contemporary when it's all done. Does any body know when the rehab will all be completed?

I'm assuming you could consider it done by the time yonder non-existant tower is fully completed. Then it will probably be time to start the next overhaul. :brick:

 

[mousefan1972]

Matt, when will the Tempo Grab n' Go be replaced with a full quick service restaurant?

That was a huge drawback for us when we stayed there last month. It is really inadequate for a resort the size of the Contemporary.

 

[groverdog]

Thank you so much for the pics - I love the entrance to the Wave. I can't wait for the announcement for the new DVC; I want to buy points immediately but may wait & see if we get any incentives. I am dying for this to be completed!!

 

[Mr.EPCOT]

Matt, when will the Tempo Grab n' Go be replaced with a full quick service restaurant?

That was a huge drawback for us when we stayed there last month. It is really inadequate for a resort the size of the Contemporary.

To be honest, I haven't heard a timeframe on the turnaround from the Steakhouse into the counter service venue. If I had to ballpark a guess, I'd say five-six months. That is pure speculation, though, anything can happen. They might even do it in phases, get the kitchen and counter up and running while they work on the seating areas in sections.

 

[jerlev]

Let me jump in and give another THANKS! Love to see updates on what is afoot at the Contemporary...

We come next week for a quick trip (I am attending a convention while the family has fun). We'll be checking out the status while there.

 

[mrerk]

And finally, I'll leave you with some pictures of the beautiful new landscaping in the parking and entrance areas...

Thanks for the kind comments from everyone so far! I'm glad to hear you've enjoyed this little update. Please leave me any feedback or advice you might have, as this was my first photo update. And if you peruse my Contemporary June 2008 album, there are a couple extra photos there if you are interested. Take care!

Thanks for the update.

Funny how they put the dixie cup trees on the rehab tarp and then get rid of the real thing.

 

[CaptainMichael]

I'm assuming you could consider it done by the time yonder non-existant tower is fully completed. Then it will probably be time to start the next overhaul. :brick:

I know absolutely nothing, but it seems to me that something will eventually need to be done to the south wing which will now stick out like a sore thumb. Most guests don't even associate it with the Contemporary.

Thanks for the pics! Looks like the Wave Lounge will be part of the plan to eliminate PI.

 

[TubaGeek]

The Wave looks a bit dim (not bashing your photo skills, just the lighting in the restaurant). I can't stand places where you can hardly see where you're going. I'm 20 with good eyesight (with my contacts in), and I can't imagine how some of you "older folks" could possible get around in there...

 

[cymbaldiva]

Those pictures of Concourse Steakhouse make me very sad....

 

[CrashNet]

I am wayyy late on this, but is that new restaurant, Wave, in the spot where the arcade used to be? On the bottom level kinda behind the checkin desk? Did they move the arcade or just get rid of it?

 

[imamouse]

The arcade was moved upstairs - across from the shops.

 

[al5957]

Thanks for the pics, thats a pretty good looking non-building.

 

[maryszhi]

love the pics
cant wait for my next trip so i can eat at the new rest.!!!!!
nice update, you are makeing me want to go right now!!!

 

[tink68]

Great pics. We are staying here for the first time in October. Should I be concerned about construction noise?
Sheri

 

[hokielutz]

I have to pop in here and also say that I really liked the pictures. Great job! Now I am looking forward to my stay at the Contemporary in January with even greater anticipation.

 

[hokielutz]

I know absolutely nothing, but it seems to me that something will eventually need to be done to the south wing which will now stick out like a sore thumb. Most guests don't even associate it with the Contemporary.

Good Point. Now the symetrical style of the Contemporary Resort's architecture is completely ruined. I don't think Disney would put another one of those round buildings on the other side just to match. I don't think the resort infrastructure could handle that kind of capacity... let alone the demand on the Monorail's inner loop that the first DVC building will cause.

 

[KristineML]

Thanks for the pics! I was wondering if there was a shot of the other side of The Nothing and you provided one!

 

[popsicletrees]

Thanks for posting these great shots! I can't wait to try the place out in September!