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9 minutes ago, caveat lector said:

Why not just call reservation desk and tell them you are bringing a pup?

I will if we decide to bring her! I was under the impression that pets weren't allowed at all levels and loops. I was really trying to learn if that was accurate/enforced. Now that I know I was wrong, I will bring our sweet girl out of the shadows!  Haha! 

Thanks!  That's what I figured, but I thought I would check with the experts!

When I was a kid, and we camped at FW, we always took our bikes and used bike locks. Is this still necessary?

Sorry for bombarding y'all with questions today.  We are in our final packing stages!

4 minutes ago, BradyBzLyn...Mo said:

Actually the reverse is true these days - most loops are "pet friendly" and as PP noted, in a pinch they'll put dogs in just about any loop.

This is great news! Such a relief, too, because we are all heartbroken to not bring her with us!

Thanks for all the reassurance, everyone! 

4 minutes ago, Travisma said:

A lot of people that camp with dogs in PUPs recommend using a crate/cage when you are away from the site for an extended time just to ensure the dog doesn't try to go thru the canvas or do any other damage.

Yes.  We used one camping this summer.  We were really amazed that it worked so well traveling with a dog!

5 minutes ago, CCIntrigue...aka Gwen said:

I thought they don't allow pets in pop-ups either.

And we are in a pop up but with AC.

7 minutes ago, Grumpy and Grandma said:

Take the puppy.  Unless there have been major changes pets have been put on every loop. When you arrive just tell them you have the dog. 

Have fun.

Seriously?  I thought there were only 2 pet friendly loops! We are new to camping with a dog.   I would hate to get there and there be an issue.

We are heading to the fort in just under 2 weeks. We have gotten a small 13 lb dog since we made the reservation.  We plan to leave the dog with family but we are all starting to regret not switching our reservation to a pet friendly loop. Is there any way to make it work to take her with us? No flaming necessary.  We don't want to break any rules, but we really would like to take our little Lilo with us.

Thanks! 

When Planet Hollywood first opened, they had chicken coated in cap'n crunch. Fascinating that they are tryingto reintroduce that as Guy Fieri's idea. It was really gross. 

I haven'teaten there in probably 19 years, though, so I couldn't guess what it has been like more recently. 

2 hours ago, CCIntrigue...aka Gwen said:

Welcome to natebrr!  We plan to arrive at the Fort on September 5.  I'll post our site number here.  Hope we can meet!

We arrive on the 3rd! Would love a meet up!

21 minutes ago, keith_h said:

There is also the issue of the quantity of water being dumped. Dish water would only be a gallon or two and quickly percolate into the ground. This is different than 30 or 40 gallons coming out of a holding tank.

I agree with this. Regardless of the type of soap being used there is a monumental difference between a small wash tub full of water and a a whole holding tank when talking about drainage,  mud creation, etc..

7 minutes ago, djsamuel said:

You should be fine in most locations.  Worst case would be a trip to a hotel lobby, but I've found WiFi at the Fort to be very good and reliable, especially for what your needs seem to be for your trip.

Awesome!  Thanks for your help! 

1 minute ago, keith_h said:

Keep in mind that these are unsecure/unencrytped public WiFi networks. Unless you are using a company VPN or equivalent to encrypt your activity anybody can see the traffic back and forth if they wish to. This might or might not be against your company's policies so I would check with your IT folks. 

Thanks for the reminder.  Nothing sensitive in what I do!  I've been working remotely for 15 years so I'm well versed on all of this.  I'm really just wanting to see if my connection will go out mid-email or if I can truly get 30 minutes of work done in 30 minutes. 

10 hours ago, Travisma said:

We were in 1500 for over a week and it worked fine.  But it was hot so when I had to catch up on some issues, I did some work in the lobby of the Poly where it was a lot cooler, plus as a bonus we got Dole Whips.

But there is no guarantee you'll get 1500.

Thanks for the info! I know that there are no guarantees, and I will have a contingency plan. I will only need about 30 minutes a day, so I am hoping that I can make it happen during the baby's nap time! 

12 hours ago, mouseketab.....Carol said:

Not sure. Honestly, if you require the internet for work when remote, you should bring your own wifi with you. See if a MiFi or some other device, or unlimited data with hotspot on your phone can be provided by your company.

Thanks for the advice, but I will need to work away from home for about 5 hours per year. I don't really think that justifies additional equipment.  Also, I would be the one paying for it as I work remotely.

I just got a promotion at work. ..yay!  But it means that I will have to work just a bit during my September trip. I have requested the 1500 loop. Can anyone tell me if the wifi is really consistent and reliable in that loop?  Any advice about certain sites that may have a better signal?

On 7/12/2016 at 3:30 PM, djsamuel said:

Did you ever try Townsend?  We stay at Big Meadows Family Campground and like it.  It is really convenient to the park, especially the Cades Cove area.

Is there a pool at Big Meadows?  We live just north of Chattanooga, and this area is so convenient, but Pigeon Forge makes our skin crawl.  Our 3 kids,  though, would revolt without a pool!

17 minutes ago, Grumpy and Grandma said:

Thanks!  I know that I will learn a lot!

52 minutes ago, Helmsey......Todd said:

Question has been answered but wanted to say welcome to the madness!

Thanks!  

9 minutes ago, BradyBzLyn...Mo said:

Just wanted to say WELCOME to Fort Fiends!

Thanks!  I'm excited to be here!

28 minutes ago, Cortezcapt (Derek) said:

Good morning and WELCOME!

Marty is right the resort boats start at 6:30 and will take you to the Contemporary. I'm not sue what time the monorail starts running, but the walk is not to bad.

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Thanks for the welcome! (& the info! )

Thanks so much!  I hadn't thought about the boat to CR running that early!  We are daily rope droppers, so it looks like even our non-breakfast morning we will need to do this!  

I'm not a huge fan of the CR theming, but that walk to MK sure is nice and easy! 

Thanks again! 

Good Morning!   I'm new around here. My family will be bringing our pop-up to the fort in September for the first time.   I spent most vacations in our camper at FW growing up, though, so I have a lot of general familiarity.  My husband and I have been bringing our 3DDs at least once a year since birth, sometimes on property and sometimes off.  I was also a college programmer.  So,  I have a large body of WDW knowledge,  but I am really excited about growing my FW knowledge! 

My first question is about morning boats to MK.  We have a pre-RD BOG ADR. I despise driving to MK.  Will the boats be running that early from the fort?