RE: The "Transportation Fee @ Wyndham Bonnet Creek

[csxjohn]

...I mean who carries a copy of their deed with them on vacation...

I do.

I carry a copy on my computer because if I come across someone at the pool or elsewhere or get an inquiry about one of my units by email, I am ready to make a transaction.

I know that doesn't relate to the problem of the front desk trying to know who owns what, but if I was ever told, hey, you're not an owner here, I've got my deed in a few moments.

 

[bdmauk]

Glad I'm a tugger

Well, that makes my decision easy. I'll be voting with my feet this fall. We're not Wyndham owners and loved our stay at Bonnet Creek last year. However, we don't even visit the Mouse. Our Orlando vacation typically includes Sea World, Universal, water parks, and day trips to Cocoa or Daytona. No need in paying extra for a service we definitely won't use.
Hello Vistana!

 

[vacationhopeful]

Got a nice postcard in the mail yesterday regarding a Wyndham Points reservation I had made for late March.

The purpose was to tell me ALL about the bus service to Disney (it existed) and how I was going to only have to pay (mandatory) $12 per day. And if I didn't want to pay that, I could cancel my reservation.

And I wonder HOW much those postcard mailings will cost the HOA? No mention as to HOW much revenue Wyndham will get from all those RTs fees people will incur to rebook their magical trip to WDW.

And Corporate Wyndham wins more $$$ again - mailing out postcards and RTs. And all the rentals resrvations made thru them with no $84 "transportation fee".

 

[lcml11]

Got a nice postcard in the mail yesterday regarding a Wyndham Points reservation I had made for late March.

The prupose was to tell me ALL about the bus service to Disney (it existed) and how I was going to only have to pay (mandatory) $12 per day. And if I didn't want to pay that, I could cancel my reservation.

And I wonder HOW much those postcard mailings will cost the HOA? No mention as to HOW much revenue Wyndham will get from all those RTs fees people will incur to rebook their magical trip to WDW.

And Corporate Wyndham wins more $$$ again - mailing out postcards and RTs. And all the rentals resrvations made thru them with no $84 "transportation fee".

My guess if they let someone out of the reservation, they will refund the reservation transaction to. Last heard, implementation has been delayed until March 1st. So it may or may not happen then. First date I believe was February 1st, next date February 15th, now March 1st - at least.

 

[jjmanthei05]

So I guess complaining worked??? I just got this letter.

Dear Guest:

As a result of recent feedback, the Bonnet Creek Home Owners Association has reversed the recently communicated $12 per unit / per day transportation fee at Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort. Beginning March 1, 2013, transportation fees will only be applied to individuals who use the Walt Disney World® Resort shuttles at the resort.

We remain committed to delivering exceptional Count On Me! service and creating vacation memories for you and your family and friends.

Thank you for your continued feedback and ongoing support. We look forward to your stay at the Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort.

Sincerely,
Richard Scinta, Resort Manager
Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort

 

[am1]

Yes. I am sure the bus service will be cancelled in the near future.

 

[jjmanthei05]

Yes. I am sure the bus service will be cancelled in the near future.

Nah. They still charge hotel guests and they don't have a choice. There is a $16 "resort fee" fee per day.

Jason

 

[lcml11]

Congratulations to all of the complainers of the world. It looks like it still works. I still think Ron saying he was going to try and speak at the POA meeting is what tiped the balance.

I guess this means Wyndham Bonnet Creek is back off the S list.

 

[antjmar]

So I guess complaining worked??? I just got this letter.

Dear Guest:

As a result of recent feedback, the Bonnet Creek Home Owners Association has reversed the recently communicated $12 per unit / per day transportation fee at Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort. Beginning March 1, 2013, transportation fees will only be applied to individuals who use the Walt Disney World® Resort shuttles at the resort.

We remain committed to delivering exceptional Count On Me! service and creating vacation memories for you and your family and friends.

Thank you for your continued feedback and ongoing support. We look forward to your stay at the Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort.

Sincerely,
Richard Scinta, Resort Manager
Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort

you guys did it!
If I use it ill gladly pay the fee!

 

[siesta]

Squeeky wheel gets the grease!!! I like to think tuggers made the difference, to all who complained and actually sent those complaints to the proper channels, pat yourself on the back. To those that said oh well, vote with your feet, sh*t happens,resistance is futile, etc.... get a clue and realize people like you never get anything done or contribute in any way with a defeated attitude such as that.

 

[rickandcindy23]

So glad they reversed the mandatory fee and decided to charge only those who use the shuttles a fee.

 

[timeos2]

It is the only sensible way to charge IF they have to charge at all. Heck, they could have said $1/day & the true costs would have been covered, few if any complaints, but they got greedy, got caught and now have to back down. You can be fairly sure that once people have to pay for that lousy service it will be dropped or greatly improved (at even higher cost). The Disney transport is free (even to non-guests) and we still don't want to deal with it. A waste of time and very inconvenient. Yet it is head & shoulders better than the (now) paid Wyndham shuttle.

In any case it's good they responded to the complaints in a positive way.

 

[Sandy VDH]

Are they really Walt Disney World run and branded Shuttles. I have never used them. The last time I even looked into them was when there were only 2 building at BC and the shuttle was a van.

 

[vacationhopeful]

Are they really Walt Disney World run and branded Shuttles. I have never used them. The last time I even looked into them was when there were only 2 building at BC and the shuttle was a van.

No --- they are NOT WDW. They are a private bus and it goes to the Transportation Center and a slot number in a vast sea of pavement. The bus stop is in the middle of a 6 football field size of pavement. No shade or rain protection; no standard to locate; just a stencil white painted number for the bus slot. There might be another one that goes to Downtown Disney -- but I had no desire to figure that out.

At Bonnet Creek, the 2 stops had shelters and a couple of benches outside building 6 and building 2 -- I believe.

 

[Cheryl20772]

you guys did it!
If I use it ill gladly pay the fee!

I'd hold on before high fiving this one.

transportation fees will only be applied to individuals who use the Walt Disney World® Resort shuttles at the resort

Does that mean a family of 5 now has to pay $60 per day to use the shuttle instead of $12 per unit per day? This might not be an improvement for those who will want to use the shuttle.

 

[JimMIA]

Squeeky wheel gets the grease!!! I like to think tuggers made the difference, to all who complained and actually sent those complaints to the proper channels, pat yourself on the back. To those that said oh well, vote with your feet, sh*t happens,resistance is futile, etc.... get a clue and realize people like you never get anything done or contribute in any way with a defeated attitude such as that.

This forum needs a "Like" button! Well said.

 

[Rent_Share]

Does it also mean that Bonnet Creek and CWA owners who were previously exempt will now pay if they want to use the shuttle ?

As a result of recent feedback, the Bonnet Creek Home Owners Association has reversed the recently communicated $12 per unit / per day transportation fee at Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort. Beginning March 1, 2013, transportation fees will only be applied to individuals who use the Walt Disney World® Resort shuttles at the resort.

 

[JimMIA]

Are they really Walt Disney World run and branded Shuttles.

No, they're Wyndham buses (contracted). I think they just have to use that copyrighted terminology when referring to anything involving the Mouse. I think they'd run afoul of the law if they just said "Disney World."

 

[JimMIA]

Does it also mean that Bonnet Creek and CWA owners who were previously exempt will now pay if they want to use the shuttle ?

I would bet my paycheck they haven't thought that far ahead! :hysterical:

Personally, if they exempted those who have an ownership interest at WBC, that would be reasonable to me. They're already paying at least part of the shuttle expense (probably the majority) via their MFs now. I'm fine with them getting a "free ride."

 

[rickandcindy23]

What about RCI exchanges? They might keep that fee intact, because they can eke money out of that bunch of grateful people to get Bonnet Creek. That is, if the TPU's weren't so high.

Last October, we got two weeks, 10 TPU each, 2 bedrooms through RCI. The same thing will be over twice that, when the time comes. Why?

 

[JimMIA]

No --- they are NOT WDW. They are a private bus and it goes to the Transportation Center and a slot number in a vast sea of pavement. The bus stop is in the middle of a 6 football field size of pavement. No shade or rain protection; no standard to locate; just a stencil white painted number for the bus slot. There might be another one that goes to Downtown Disney -- but I had no desire to figure that out.

At Bonnet Creek, the 2 stops had shelters and a couple of benches outside building 6 and building 2 -- I believe.

Haven't ridden them, but I think they have three different shuttles:

• One that goes to Epcot and then the MK TTC as you indicated
• One that goes to Disney Hollywood Studios and then Animal Kingdom
• And a third that goes to Downtown Disney

 

[JimMIA]

Let's start a pool. How long do you think (in minutes and/or seconds) it will take for the sales weasels at WBC to offer an "exemption" to the shuttle fee as the incentive for taking a friendly, low-pressure tour?

It's perfect. Costs them zero, and might be a good enticement!

 

[DancingWaters]

shuttle

Oops, I guess I blew it. I just bought aa Bonnet Creek this week on eBay because that shuttle fee upset me. Guess, I jumped too fast

 

[Ginger's Mom]

I don't think you can go wrong owning at BC because of ARP. You may want to go there during the holidays one year.

 

[JimMIA]

Oops, I guess I blew it. I just bought aa Bonnet Creek this week on eBay because that shuttle fee upset me. Guess, I jumped too fast

Florida has a 10-day recision period, if you think you made a mistake.