swimmarz 72 Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 I have a trip coming up in December 11-14 at the fort.My parents and sister+ husband will be staying at a hotel in down town Disney for 1 night the 11thas we are attending MVMCP. My dad has a hard time walking long distances, and so were renting him a scooter.( basically his hip is worn out and gets hot to the touch after 100 yard walk)My BIL is renting the scooter and says it will be delivered to the Fort, as the plan is to take the boat from the fort to the party.My question involves with the process of pick up and drop off of the scooter? My BIL said it will be delivered to the outpost and that's where it gets picked up? anyone ever done that at the fort?I just don't want to have a hard time dealing with it, as they leave Saturday morning to go on a cruise, while the wife and kids and i stay behind and enjoy the parks...If it truly is simple this is a non issue, just park it over there and were good to go?!? Thanks in advance Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katman1356...Jason 1,140 Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 I have a trip coming up in December 11-14 at the fort.My parents and sister+ husband will be staying at a hotel in down town Disney for 1 night the 11thas we are attending MVMCP. My dad has a hard time walking long distances, and so were renting him a scooter.( basically his hip is worn out and gets hot to the touch after 100 yard walk)My BIL is renting the scooter and says it will be delivered to the Fort, as the plan is to take the boat from the fort to the party.My question involves with the process of pick up and drop off of the scooter? My BIL said it will be delivered to the outpost and that's where it gets picked up? anyone ever done that at the fort?I just don't want to have a hard time dealing with it, as they leave Saturday morning to go on a cruise, while the wife and kids and i stay behind and enjoy the parks...If it truly is simple this is a non issue, just park it over there and were good to go?!? Thanks in advance I ahve not done this at the Fort but assuming they are using one of the Disney approved rental companies it will be left with luggage services. That is how the arrangement has been working at all resorts for this. If someone has recent knowledge specific to the Fort and I am wrong I am always happy to be educated. This was how it worked at AOA. These are the approved vendors. If not an approved vendor you have to meet them for delivery. Best Price Scooters and Strollers: (866) 866-3434Apple Scooter: (800) 701-1971ScooterBug: (800) 726-8284CARE Scooter Rentals: (800) 741-2282Buena Vista Scooter Rentals: (866) 484-4797 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 We rented a scooter that was delivered to the Fort once. Yes, it is as described above. If it is from one of the companies listed above, it will be waiting at Bell Services when you arrive. Go to the front desk, and a bell services cast member will meet you at a side door and give you the scooter. Once you are finished, return it to Bell Services, and the company will pick it up. If it is NOT from an approved company, then someone will have to meet the rental company for delivery. I don't think you have to meet them for return. Just take it to Bell Services. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 I rent from a not approved company because they are so much less expensive and are still really reliable. I have to meet the company in the Outpost parking lot both for delivery and return. But they are very punctual. When I make my reservation, they ask what times I want for delivery and pickup. They call a half hour or so before they arrive. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wendinator 109 Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 My BIL is renting the scooter and says it will be delivered to the Fort, as the plan is to take the boat from the fort to the party. Just beware that not all boats that go from FW to MK are scooter-accessible. One time I saw a family with a scooter trying to get from WL by boat to somewhere... they were on a tight schedule and it was not going well. Lots of stress and scowling. The Disney buses do a good job of loading/unloading scooters, just remember that they can only take 2 at a time (on the non-articulated buses). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GradyBunch 11 Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 So glad you started this topic! The in-laws are joining us for our trip in March and MIL may need one so she doesn't overdo it. Any helpful tips on type of scooter, etc will be appreciated. Looks like they are anywhere from $125 per week to $325. Yikes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grumpy and Grandma 739 Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 Just beware that not all boats that go from FW to MK are scooter-accessible. True, the scooters can only go on the bigger boats. Normally they run 2 large boats to and from the FORT, but if one is in need of service or as happened earlier this year they pulled one to use for the Grand Floridian while the monorail was down for rehab. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
swimmarz 72 Posted September 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 I don't think scooters can go on the small boats, ya know the ones that look like jungle cruise boats, but the bigger ones I have seen them on. Thanks for all the advice thus far! I think the bil used buena vista scooter Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted September 6, 2015 Report Share Posted September 6, 2015 We used Apple when Jason was awaiting knee surgery. It was a good experience. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted September 6, 2015 Report Share Posted September 6, 2015 I'm glad you posted that list Jason. I forgot we need to use approved ones. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted September 6, 2015 Report Share Posted September 6, 2015 I have used Walker Mobility three times and plan to use them again in October. They aren't on the approved list, and they are a lot more economical than the companies on the "approved" list. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
parrothead7368 aka Norm 101 Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 I used Apple Scooter in 2011 for my mom when she had a sprained ankle and it was at the Outpost as described above. Drop off was the same and it wasn't badly priced for the week. Small boats do not transport scooters because of the step down. The big boats you can drive it right on.Stupid hint/suggestion, bring your own wristlet key chain like this, Ours didn't have one on the key and luckily my wife had one so my mom could slide the key right on her wrist when she wasn't using it and helped not losing the key. Best Regards,Norm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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