Originally Posted By imadisneygal Hi everyone, In the spirit of the Community "Yes or No" threads - here's one more. We're headed to the Fort Wilderness Cabins in May and I'm wondering about the golf cart rental. I have the prices and whatnot, but I'm wondering if they're really necessary or how the internal Ft. Wilderness bus system works getting to the main Resort buses. We have a 3 and a 7 year-old. Also, on this trip we have 5 full days so it's on the shortish side compared to past trips. How "worth it" is Hoop-Dee-Do Revue for smaller kids? I'd really like to see it but they only offer the CM discount at the 9:30 show and that's going to be too late for our kids. Any other advice as far as Fort Wilderness goes? Paddle boats, tandem bikes etc.? We're really excited to be staying at this Resort for the first time! We've only ever stayed at All Stars (all of 'em) and Port Orleans Riverside (back when it was Dixie Landings). Thanks in advance, everyone! ~Robyn
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I think it would be added fun for your children. How often do you get to drive around your neighborhood in a golf cart? Speking of neighborhoods...Is today Mr. Roger's Birthday? I better wear that cardigan to honor him!
Originally Posted By juicer Hey there imadisneygal, You are going to have a great time at Fort Wilderness Resort! I stayed there about 4 years ago and had a cabin - Even though the golf cart is around $40 something dollars a day - I would get one - The resort is very large and having a cart makes you not completly relying on the inresort bus service (which is fine) - What we did when there was to drive the cart to the lake - where the Hoop Dee Doo, Crockets Tavern, little convienience store and the boat dock where you can get a boat to the Magic Kingdom - There are places to park and plug in your cart - We would park the cart and take the boat to the Magic Kingdom - then transfer to where ever we want to go - It does take a little extra time - but it is so much fun and relaxing - Also the housekeeping people who clean the cabins also wash your dishes too!!
Originally Posted By trekkeruss I'm with MMC. I volunteer at my county fair just so I can drive a golf cart. I'd recommend getting one for at least one day, just for the fun of it!
Originally Posted By imadisneygal Thanks, everyone! I think we'll go ahead and do it!! Sounds like fun!! ~Robyn
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I wonder if the carts are plentiful...Do you reserve ahead of time? Stand in line, get a fastpass...
Originally Posted By imadisneygal Yes, you do reserve ahead of time. The recording says you can reserve up to one year in advance! I called today for the last week of May and they have plenty available. I reserved one for the week. I'm pretty excited about our first stay at Fort Wilderness. FUN!!
Originally Posted By Disneymom443 When we go in October we are just going to use the internal bus system or walk. I know it's big but with 6 people we would have to rent 2 golf carts and that in itself is to much $$$. ($50 a day) And I think you can only have one per cabin.
Originally Posted By RoadTrip Congrats to imdisneygal for her great choice of WDW resort. The Wilderness Cabins at Fort Wilderness are one of my favorite places to stay at WDW. I love the laid-back atmosphere, the privacy, the fantastic Trail's End buffet, the boat trip to the Magic Kingdom... I could go on and on. As far as the golf cart goes, I really think you made the right decision. We always rent one when we are there. Not only does it save a fair amount of time, it is great fun to go zipping around Fort Wilderness in a golf cart. We like driving through the camping portions of the park and looking at all of the fantastic RV's that are there. There are always a few that are million+ Prevost rigs (I know the cost from seeing the brand on Travel Channel shows). Also, if you are there around Christmas many of the camping spaces are decorated with gorgeous Christmas lights and displays... some are just as elaborate as you would expect to find on a regular home. As for the Hoop Dee Do, I think it is a fun show that has become very over-priced. Your 7 year old would enjoy it; I'm not so sure about the 3 year old. Personally, I would have dinner at 'Ohana instead. It is half the cost of the Hoop, the food is much better, and the entertainment for kids is a lot of fun... both for the kids and the adults watching. Everyone should see the Hoop at least once though... you need to decide if this year is the time. Have fun!
Originally Posted By imadisneygal Thanks, RT! I'm really excited about the cabins. They look super cool! I've never been to 'Ohana so I think maybe we'll check that out on this trip. Good idea! Thanks! ~Robyn
