We're DVC members and stay in deluxe villas nearly every month. We also have a motor home and stay at the Fort 4 or 5 times a year. If you look around, there are guests here who stay in multi-million $ Prevost motor homes, and some stay in tents but we're all the same in this community of Fort Wilderness lovers! (And we love the new cabins!)
The wooden box that you pulled out to hide the P-trap under the sink is a removable shroud so if there is some maintenance needed under the sink they can easily access it.
Smoky Bear was all over the TV in the 1970’s. It was a campaign to prevent forest fires - primarily among campers. I don’t know of the Disney connection but Fort Wilderness is a Campground that has been around since the 1970’s.
I guess it seems fitting that they are including Smokey as it was a big campaign to help with preventing forest fires at camp grounds. “Only You can prevent forest fires!”
Back in 2008, we stayed at OKW and they still had the peddleboat rentals. We went from the OKW dock, up the river to Port Orleans. You know how low those sat in the water when you have 2 adult men facing forward 180lb each and a small woman and child facing back? I saw an alligator. Couldn't get back fast enough!! 😮
Wait... You don't know Smokey the bear and his famous catchphrase, "Only YOU can prevent forest fires."????? Ugh, I'm old. Someone go fetch me my Metamucil.
lol I have definitely heard of Smokey the Bear so you’re not THAT old. It was more confusion over him as a Disney merch character. I’m sure I’m missing something. Oh and Metamucil can be very useful when needed lol. -Amy
The pool used to have the best loaded bbq chips like the ones at the Poly. They took those away when they redid everything about a year ago. Also, We have seen gators in that water and they do close that beach area for kayaking and you will see cages in the water at times when they are trying to catch them. But Crockets is the best place to eat in the evenings there. The fried green tomatoes, small sandwiches, and the alcohol flight is fantastic. And they have the BEST fries. We had Xmas dinner there very late after a long drive.
This is really just a commercial for the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 + Mic set up. This footage looks and sounds amazing. NEED to convince my wife we need this before our next trip. lol.
This is my favorite video so far! We've camped at Fort Wilderness several times and haven't seen some of the stuff that you saw. Great coverage of everything! Very nice of Thomas and Daniel for letting you see their cabin. The cabins are gorgeous! I like the old rustic cabins, but it was definitely time to update them. Great job Disney!❤
Late to commenting but yeah, you’re brave, Amy. One visit in Oct., I saw an alligator right off the foot bridge to Meadow’s. 😅 🤫 I do love Ft. Wilderness though. The DVC Cabins are so pretty. Great Vlog!
I used to love staying at Fort Winderness. The Original "Cabins" were actually airstream trailers, which were Replaced by the "old" cabins which are now being replaced, in the 80's I Used to do various rowing activities, including Canoeing, Dragon boats and 4's and 8's. You might want to see if your Dragon Boat crew would want to compete in the event in Vancouver, which is a lot of fun
Back in 1989 and 1993, we stayed in the original FW cabins (which cracks me up when people complain about getting rid of history because the cabins being replaced aren't even original) and we never once went to the pools, because we would just go to River Country. Hah.
So based on what I am seeing - Fort Wilderness reminds me of many state parks I have been to. Its nice. But definitely has the state park vibe. Not worth the price that #Disney wants to charge for a stay there. I mean - bring your own towel to the pool? Prepackaged sandwiches on par with airport food? I can't find prices right now but I thought they had it about $600/night
Thanks for this awesome video! I now have a different (positive) opinion of the cabins. I have never stayed at Fort Wilderness and am not an outdoorsy person, but I would consider this and bring our small dog.
We are Gen Xers and we actually like the new concept of the new cabins. We have rented and stayed in the older cabins in the past, and it is difficult to have an adult sleep on the sleeper sofa. The new Murphy beds appear a lot more comfortable for an adult to sleep in them. We still love the older cabins for their charm but they did need USB and USB-C outlets for all of the things that a family would need to charge during their stay. We are considering purchasing DVC at the Fort, but we are hesitant to do so because of the high dues.
You don't have to rent a golf cart, you can walk, bike or use the public transportation (buses that run periodically throughout the entire Fort). We personally do not like to wait for the buses to come by. We prefer renting a golf cart during our entire stay it is definitely a better experience if you have a golf cart, especially when you are returning from a long day at the parks, you simply get in your parked golf cart and go to your cabin or campsite.
Yes. Most campsites and cabins are not close to boat or bus transportation. Car parking is limited to your site or overflow parking by the entrance to the resort. Bicycles can be done too.
We've camped there multiple times and never had a golf cart. The busses came by often. Very easy to walk to a bus stop. If you have small children/stroller I would recommend the golf cart.
For the full feel of the Fort especially during Halloween, Xmas, and halfway to Halloween you need a cart. Things are not close to the cabins. There is a pool but it’s always been the quiet pool. If you have kids you want to be at the Meadows pool. There are also playgrounds all over the Fort. It’s a long walk to get to the boats and food if you don’t take the bus or have a cart.
Still not a fan, I'm spoiled lol but I did enjoy your review. Feeling lonely presently because Craig Williams is no longer doing reviews as he left the DIS🥲 so glad I still have you guys to listen to 😊
We're DVC members and stay in deluxe villas nearly every month. We also have a motor home and stay at the Fort 4 or 5 times a year. If you look around, there are guests here who stay in multi-million $ Prevost motor homes, and some stay in tents but we're all the same in this community of Fort Wilderness lovers! (And we love the new cabins!)
Great video guys. The new cabins look fantastic. I wish DVC made a few of them with a king size bed and no bunk beds in the bedroom.
I love this, but all I could think about were alligators when y’all were kayaking 😮
The wooden box that you pulled out to hide the P-trap under the sink is a removable shroud so if there is some maintenance needed under the sink they can easily access it.
Smoky Bear was all over the TV in the 1970’s. It was a campaign to prevent forest fires - primarily among campers. I don’t know of the Disney connection but Fort Wilderness is a Campground that has been around since the 1970’s.
Smokey
I guess it seems fitting that they are including Smokey as it was a big campaign to help with preventing forest fires at camp grounds. “Only You can prevent forest fires!”
Thx Amy and Paul. 😊 Another interesting, informative stream. Thx to the owners who let you use their cabin. ❤
Back in 2008, we stayed at OKW and they still had the peddleboat rentals. We went from the OKW dock, up the river to Port Orleans. You know how low those sat in the water when you have 2 adult men facing forward 180lb each and a small woman and child facing back? I saw an alligator. Couldn't get back fast enough!! 😮
I really like the old ones, but that new cabin is really pretty and it looks very spacious.
Wait... You don't know Smokey the bear and his famous catchphrase, "Only YOU can prevent forest fires."????? Ugh, I'm old. Someone go fetch me my Metamucil.
lol I have definitely heard of Smokey the Bear so you’re not THAT old. It was more confusion over him as a Disney merch character. I’m sure I’m missing something. Oh and Metamucil can be very useful when needed lol.
-Amy
There is lots of Merch at Wilderness lodge with Smokey too.
The pool used to have the best loaded bbq chips like the ones at the Poly. They took those away when they redid everything about a year ago. Also, We have seen gators in that water and they do close that beach area for kayaking and you will see cages in the water at times when they are trying to catch them. But Crockets is the best place to eat in the evenings there. The fried green tomatoes, small sandwiches, and the alcohol flight is fantastic. And they have the BEST fries. We had Xmas dinner there very late after a long drive.
This is really just a commercial for the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 + Mic set up. This footage looks and sounds amazing. NEED to convince my wife we need this before our next trip. lol.
This is my favorite video so far! We've camped at Fort Wilderness several times and haven't seen some of the stuff that you saw. Great coverage of everything! Very nice of Thomas and Daniel for letting you see their cabin. The cabins are gorgeous! I like the old rustic cabins, but it was definitely time to update them. Great job Disney!❤
Late to commenting but yeah, you’re brave, Amy. One visit in Oct., I saw an alligator right off the foot bridge to Meadow’s. 😅 🤫 I do love Ft. Wilderness though. The DVC Cabins are so pretty. Great Vlog!
I used to love staying at Fort Winderness. The Original "Cabins" were actually airstream trailers, which were Replaced by the "old" cabins which are now being replaced, in the 80's
I Used to do various rowing activities, including Canoeing, Dragon boats and 4's and 8's.
You might want to see if your Dragon Boat crew would want to compete in the event in Vancouver, which is a lot of fun
Watching on a dog walk. Thanks for this.😀
very nice upgrade but still wish the master room and bunkbeds were separate😀
Great job 🎉. Really stood out from the rest.
Back in 1989 and 1993, we stayed in the original FW cabins (which cracks me up when people complain about getting rid of history because the cabins being replaced aren't even original) and we never once went to the pools, because we would just go to River Country. Hah.
So based on what I am seeing - Fort Wilderness reminds me of many state parks I have been to. Its nice. But definitely has the state park vibe. Not worth the price that #Disney wants to charge for a stay there. I mean - bring your own towel to the pool? Prepackaged sandwiches on par with airport food? I can't find prices right now but I thought they had it about $600/night
We have stayed in the cabins twice before, it was great to sleep 6, have our own kitchen, etc.
Love the use of multiple colors in the rooms!
Thanks for this awesome video! I now have a different (positive) opinion of the cabins. I have never stayed at Fort Wilderness and am not an outdoorsy person, but I would consider this and bring our small dog.
Great video, but RIP Trail's End :(((
I love the new cabin look. 😊
We are Gen Xers and we actually like the new concept of the new cabins. We have rented and stayed in the older cabins in the past, and it is difficult to have an adult sleep on the sleeper sofa. The new Murphy beds appear a lot more comfortable for an adult to sleep in them. We still love the older cabins for their charm but they did need USB and USB-C outlets for all of the things that a family would need to charge during their stay. We are considering purchasing DVC at the Fort, but we are hesitant to do so because of the high dues.
Love Fort Wilderness and all the activities it has to offer. Just not seeng it as a viable DVC product.
I’d buy an “old” cabin for $50k! They’re nicer than my house that I rent!
Great vid enjoyed it. Is there a pool? Can u use wilderness loader resort pool ?
Awesome video!! 😊 couple of questions-
1.) Which loops were complete with the new cabins?
2.) Are the two cabins in the 100 loop still there?
Hello!
Loop 2500 was the only one completed and the two model cabins in loop 100 are still there and will likely be model cabins for a while.
Say it ain't so Paul!! The trio of sliders wasn't any good? I ordered them in my mind the moment I saw them. 😪
The restaurant food would make me a little perturbed that i spent so much on the pre-made sandwiches. The restaurant prices seem quite reasonable.
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Nicest trailer park I’ve ever seen!
Did you forget to link the dragon boat video? Dying to see that : )
Silly Paul. He must have forgot. Here you go!
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-Amy
Is there more space in between cabins than before?
IS there a square footage difference between the old and new?
How can Disney make these an DVC without a two or three bedroom option?? We would never buy or use this
Is having a golf cart a necessity when staying at Fort Wilderness?
You don't have to rent a golf cart, you can walk, bike or use the public transportation (buses that run periodically throughout the entire Fort). We personally do not like to wait for the buses to come by. We prefer renting a golf cart during our entire stay it is definitely a better experience if you have a golf cart, especially when you are returning from a long day at the parks, you simply get in your parked golf cart and go to your cabin or campsite.
Yes. Most campsites and cabins are not close to boat or bus transportation. Car parking is limited to your site or overflow parking by the entrance to the resort. Bicycles can be done too.
We've camped there multiple times and never had a golf cart. The busses came by often. Very easy to walk to a bus stop. If you have small children/stroller I would recommend the golf cart.
For the full feel of the Fort especially during Halloween, Xmas, and halfway to Halloween you need a cart. Things are not close to the cabins. There is a pool but it’s always been the quiet pool. If you have kids you want to be at the Meadows pool. There are also playgrounds all over the Fort. It’s a long walk to get to the boats and food if you don’t take the bus or have a cart.
@@perezperez2114 If you drive, do you have to leave your car somewhere far from the actual cabins?
Georgia peach watching now 🍑 🏰 😊❤
For how much the cabins cost the pools are SO below Disney standards. We had the same kind of awful pool at the treehouses when we stayed.
The main pool is fine. The pool they show first is just like a quiet pool like they would also have at other DVC resorts. Not the main feature pool.
I'm just not seeing why people would use their points there
I would definitely like to try the cabins out using my DVC points. Pretty good value for your points
I watched them build the new cabins. I wasn’t that impressed.
$75 😳😳 true Disney fashion....ripping off families of their hard earned money. No wonder Disney stopped allowing 3rd party rentals.
Still not a fan, I'm spoiled lol but I did enjoy your review.
Feeling lonely presently because Craig Williams is no longer doing reviews as he left the DIS🥲 so glad I still have you guys to listen to 😊