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Epcot82Guy
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Yes. I agree. This property has always been the one I thought should be changed an evolved. I (can't believe I am about to say this) hope the focus on a higher-end convention property is true. This would require updates constantly to stay competitive in the Orlando market, and the money coming in from major corporate events would more than cover it. Therefore, I think a rebuild of the towers would be great, but DVC may not be the best choice. Disney has enough hotels that it could stand to specify each one a bit more as far as what it is used for instead of many generic hotels (from an occupancy standpoint) that are defined to groups merely by price.speck76 said:
rogerrabbitfan9
Active Member
I mean, rehab it but, don't make DVC.
Figment1986
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Adda higher occupancy to it.... and more rooms that can see MK's fireworks... :then sell me one of the rooms first :lookaroun :
If they make one of the garden wings into a DVC it would be strange... their aren't many rooms on those garden wings....
If they make one of the garden wings into a DVC it would be strange... their aren't many rooms on those garden wings....
TTATraveler
Active Member
What are the possible plans for the site of the South wing? Is it going to be incorporated into the pool area or something else?speck76 said:
Chux
Member
I just got back from the Polynesian last night. Got there thursday morning and there were a few of the "Refurb Walls" up where the old shop was, took a look inside and saw a bathroom. By that night, all of the "Refurb Walls" were down. Me and my Girlfriend (ILuvStitch) were out til about 1 every night, which was when the construction workers were working on it, they were doing a lot of work to the ceiling but that was about all we saw, but during the day, you'd have no idea that they had been there.
s25843
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here is a short article on the Contemp/Poly Renovations
http://hotels.about.com/b/a/129111.htm
All I gotta say is, Nooooooooooo!
http://hotels.about.com/b/a/129111.htm
All I gotta say is, Nooooooooooo!
Poncho1973
New Member
The Contemporary should be renamed... "The Rather Incorrect 1960's View of the Future in 2000"...
rogerrabbitfan9
Active Member
Poncho1973 said:
Funny
Pioneer Hall
Well-Known Member
I'm glad that the Contemporary is finally getting some attention. The hotel is so dated that they could pretty much tear it down and rebuild it. It needs major work, but I DO NOT want to see it become another DVC resort. It is becoming too much with them already.
artvandelay
Well-Known Member
The lobby of the Poly needs updating. It reminds me of the set for the Brady Bunch.
The Contemp rumor I've read about is the North Garden Wing is to be demolished and replaced with a Contemp DVC resort.
The Contemp rumor I've read about is the North Garden Wing is to be demolished and replaced with a Contemp DVC resort.
Pioneer Hall
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I just find it to be very interesting that the Contemporary would become a DVC location. Members would do whatever it takes to get there for the obvious advantages. It would be much better than every other resort transportation wise and for location.
speck76
Well-Known Member
DisneyInsider said:
I doubt too many people that do not buy into the Contemporary DVC would get a chance to stay there.
Something to think of......back in the 1980's, Marriott was the first to segment their hotels....creating Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, and buying Residence Inn, to target certain segments and pricepoints that were not directly targeted by the traditional Marriott Hotel.
As Marriott is a leader in Vacation Ownership, they have now diversified this product too, creating Horizon's (lower priced and targeted at younger families...which costs about $12K for a lifetime membership), Standard MVC (which is about $20K), Ritz Carlton Club (which is about $50-80K) and Grand Residence ($250K+, but is a "second home" offering, allowing you to own a full year, or just a "season").
Disney could be looking to diversify too, offering a "higher-end" DVC that would be a step above in price, service, and product compared to the other DVC resorts.
Many people would pay extra for the location premium at the Contemporary.
Pioneer Hall
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speck76 said:
I doubt that would happen, because all changes like that would have to be voted on by the members. If my home resort was at OKW I wouldn't be all too willing to give the Contemporary people a much better place to stay. It would also exclude other DVC members from even getting to that resort since it would be a totally different pricing system. I don't see them segmenting the Contemporary as something different, but I do see it causing problems if it does happen.
walts son 1971
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I thought this was about the Poly,If they ever change the lobby of the Poly Im going down there and kick some a$$.Stayed there every year since it opened in 1971 and its home to me.I love going in the front sliding doors and taking in the smell.The gift shops have moved around a lot over the years,used to be one where the DVC is at now and there used to be ones by the back restrooms.
djmatthews
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I am glad to hear that the Contemporary will be getting some TLC. The Contemporary has an amazing location, and the fact the monorail goes right through the resort is fabulous however, and it has the boat rentals etc.....However, with so many WDW Resorts to choose from, at the moment, it would be last on my list.
Although I have never stayed they, I have visited it. I found the Concourse to be dirty. The pool is boring - compare that to the moderates such as Coronado Springs. Looking at room pictures, they look awful. At this moment in time, the Contemporary Resort, isn't Contemporary. Disney needs to look at some wonderful stylish hotels around the globe for ideas!
I look forward to seeing what Disney does to this wonderful WDW icon, I'm guessing work will begin as soon as the Poly is complete.
Although I have never stayed they, I have visited it. I found the Concourse to be dirty. The pool is boring - compare that to the moderates such as Coronado Springs. Looking at room pictures, they look awful. At this moment in time, the Contemporary Resort, isn't Contemporary. Disney needs to look at some wonderful stylish hotels around the globe for ideas!
I look forward to seeing what Disney does to this wonderful WDW icon, I'm guessing work will begin as soon as the Poly is complete.
DisneyPhD
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DisneyInsider said:
Not nessasarly. That is the whole point of the point system. A higher end DVC resort would cost more points. If a studio at OKW was 98 points a week, it is 123 at BCV (Dream Season) and maybe 160 a week at Con. As a member it is your choice how you want to use your points. A owner at Con would have to own more points to make stay the same amount of time. Dues at Con might be a bit more too.
I don't think the members have to vote on things like this. I am a member and I never had to vote about SSR.
I still don't think it will happen since SSR is so big, but you never know. Personally I don't think I would pay more dues to stay at Con then WL, but some people might.