I saw a link to this on Facebook, It's is quite insane... thoughts?
This is impossible. Sorry.
I'm not sure what they thought would happen once a Four Seasons was built. I would guess the GF is competing for the same clientele, but I dont know how Disney will ever win. I'm all for a change in this case.
Absolutely. Very well said. I am one of the many loyal Disney resort guests that have jumped ship from Disney's deluxe to the Four Seasons.
Then, we started to see a rapid decline in service.
The last Disney deluxe resort we stayed at had light colored carpet that was stained so bad. You couldn't see it in natural light but when you turn on the light at night. OMG. There was not an inch of that carpet that did not have a stain. I would rather walk in mud then step on that carpet.
Many of the CM's were clueless, they stand there holding iPads in the lobby but they just don't know. It's not their fault. And, they would pass the buck in a minute by saying "you have to ask concierge or the front desk or go over there and ask them?" And, a lot of times just tell you anything.
Seriously. This will never happen at a Four Seasons. You only have to ask ONCE. And, that person will get you the answer. I really couldn't tell the difference between the management and staff there. They are that professional.
Anyway, the Four Seasons have stolen our heart and wallet. It is not without its drawbacks, if you are a Disney fan. Because, you get shut out of 60 day advance reservations for Fastpass and some dining experiences require payment in full in you are not staying on site. No EMH is a bummer, too.
And, then there is no Magical Express, which is a blessing for those of us who travel with a ton of luggage.
But, the Four Seasons takes good very care of us. They always have a chauffeur waiting for us at the bottom of the escalator in the baggage claim, holding an iPad with our name on it. We collect our luggage and are quickly whisked away in no time.
Oh, and the transportation at the Four Seasons is the best. Here are some google pics.
We were the only people on the bus!! You don't ever have to fight for a seat. You will be fortunate to have someone else on the bus with you. LOL. I feel like everyone deserves to have a seat on the bus. Period. No one should ever have to stand. It was nice not having to give up my seat.
Our last bus driver was so nice and funny. He had the most beautiful accent, too -- I think he was from Australia.
Most of the time, we took a car to the parks. As soon as you exit the elevator and enter the lobby, there is someone there to greet you and assist in getting you where you need to go. By the time you step outside to the curb, a car is already waiting for you.
ETA: I like how every room at the Four Seasons has a full balcony and all the rooms are well appointed. I don't like how the deluxe Epcot resorts rooms with full balconies are random and scarce -- every room should have one -- not just concierge.
Even at the Poly -- no one wanted the second floor in Hawaii because there are no balconies. The second floor does have easy access to the lounge. But, still...
If you do a split stay for Disney perks, stay at the Disney hotel first because you won't want to leave the Four Seasons.
For us, the pros at the Four Seasons outweigh the cons, so for now we are willing to sacrifice Disney perks for the Four Seasons.
