Not saying your opinion isn't valid or the other poster is right but displaying some facts etc might lend more weight to your argument.
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Perhaps I should have included some facts but thought that would be a bit complicated. In my recent experiences facts have become interpretive and usually not accepted unless they fit the viewers narrative.Not saying your opinion isn't valid or the other poster is right but displaying some facts etc might lend more weight to your argument.
And Welcome to the boards
True but just voicing an opinion makes it easy for others to disparage it.
Very true around here lately, but the fact is that neither the resort fees nor any resort parking fees have been implemented yet.
I read opinions daily on this site and do not disparage sincerely held views. I guess you are correct and should have included the facts from WSJ-IBD and other financial publications that analyzed that situation.
Huh?
Please do
GrumpyDude
Active Member
My daughter left KY a good driver. She worked at EPCOT for 8 years and came home. She now drives like a drunk stock car racer.In defense though locals in FL don't drive much better than the tourists
So, it's been a while, thought I'd give you an update.
I haven't heard anything recently on the resort fees. No updates there, good or bad.
On the parking however, they have massive parking overhauls that also change the way the theme park parking system works. They are exploring options with new tech similar to that of SunPass for annual pass holders and cast members so they won't need to stop at the theme park parking toll plazas. Not sure how this ties into the resort project from a financial standpoint, but supposedly they will also add gates to the existing toll plazas at the parks once an automated AP and CM system is in place, and the same company is providing both. That means to me that this project is doubtful to happen before the new road changes at the Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. Anyway, because somehow these projects are linked, it may be some time until we see parking fees at the resorts. Only time will tell now.
I haven't heard anything recently on the resort fees. No updates there, good or bad.
On the parking however, they have massive parking overhauls that also change the way the theme park parking system works. They are exploring options with new tech similar to that of SunPass for annual pass holders and cast members so they won't need to stop at the theme park parking toll plazas. Not sure how this ties into the resort project from a financial standpoint, but supposedly they will also add gates to the existing toll plazas at the parks once an automated AP and CM system is in place, and the same company is providing both. That means to me that this project is doubtful to happen before the new road changes at the Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. Anyway, because somehow these projects are linked, it may be some time until we see parking fees at the resorts. Only time will tell now.
mark marsh
New Member
It just keeps getting more expensive every year to go to Disney. I guess someone has to foot the bill to keep Iger employed.
laben594
Active Member
The only reason we are such loyal disney hotel stayers is because there are no extra fees! If they start charging for parking and a resort fee, forget it. The Gaylord, Marriott World Center, and JW Marriott are all in better shape than most Disney resorts so I feel like they can get away with charging those fees........I'm already LOLing about a $30 resort fee at the all star resorts 
NearTheEars
Well-Known Member
I would certainly be OK with a dedicated AP lane.
Kman101
Well-Known Member
As would I.
Could they throw in a Passholder lounge, too, like the DVC members get? LOL
Spike-in-Berlin
Well-Known Member
If they charge parking fees at the resort (not to talk about resort fees, INACCEPTABLE) we will stop being resort guests. Period. With the EMH reduced to 2 hours and other perks for resort guests weakened or cancelled and repeated problems with Disney Mousekeeping in several resorts (Pop, Poly, Yacht Club, Art of Animation and Animal Kingdom Lodge) which are increasingly overpriced, this would put the last nail into the coffin for staying at Disney resorts. We do not always have a car while staying at WDW but it is a question of how TDO treats resort guests.
Hey now, let's not get crazy. TDO may tolerate Passholders, but they don't like them that much.
Kman101
Well-Known Member
Hey now, let's not get crazy. TDO may tolerate Passholders, but they don't like them that much.
HauntedMansionFLA
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What's the latest on the Extra Magic Hours going away and replaced with upcharge Extra Magic Hours for resort guest?
"Stay at a MAGICAL!!! Walt Disney World resort and enjoy our four MAGICAL!!! theme parks for up to 2 additional MAGICAL!!! hours (Subject to change. Only applicable on certain days. Limited number of rides and attractions available, and will never include Star Wars Land because they will have their own massive up-charge event. Restrictions and limitations apply. Additional admission required. Just give us all your money.)!!!"
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Corylancaster
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I don't have anything to add to your comment, but wanted to comment on your profile picture. I grew up with Nicky's sister Kathleen and have known him and his family for as long as I can remember, the support from something as simple as changing your picture really means a lot to them and everybody that knew Nicky.
HauntedMansionFLA
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Awesome
Read the fine print please. You forgot to include subject to change.