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[JJ&JSMOM]

In May 07 my DH and our 3 kids (2,4&7) will be staying at VWL. We've never stayed at the WL before (prior to kiddos we stayed at POR) and are very excited. Just wondering if there was anything I should order from Gardengrocer besides food like papertowels, dish soap? That sort of thing.

Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks.

[1000th happy haunt]

You didn't say what size unit you were staying in.

Studios have a supply of paper plates and bowls, and plasticware. One and two-bedroom units have real (washable) plates and flatware.

You'll get dishwashing liquid, a sponge, paper towels, and a cloth dishtowel. One bedroom units and up will also have a dishwasher, and DVC will supply something for the dishwasher.

Depending on how much eating you plan to do in the room, if you're in a studio you may want to order more paper plates and bowls. If you're in a one or two-bedroom unit that won't be necessary, as you can just wash the flatware and plates.

[JJ&JSMOM]

You didn't say what size unit you were staying in.

Studios have a supply of paper plates and bowls, and plasticware. One and two-bedroom units have real (washable) plates and flatware.

You'll get dishwashing liquid, a sponge, paper towels, and a cloth dishtowel. One bedroom units and up will also have a dishwasher, and DVC will supply something for the dishwasher.

Depending on how much eating you plan to do in the room, if you're in a studio you may want to order more paper plates and bowls. If you're in a one or two-bedroom unit that won't be necessary, as you can just wash the flatware and plates.

Sorry about that. We're staying in a 1 bedroom. Thanks for the info. Sounds like we'll be all set.

[Happy Birthday Cat]

You'll have a washer and a dryer in the 1BR so bring 1/2 the clothes that you normally would (even if you washed your clothes in the past, it will be so convenient now that you really will need less). You get a starter packet of laundry detergent so you will need to bring some with you, order some to be delivered or pick up some at the store.

HBC

[JJ&JSMOM]

You'll have a washer and a dryer in the 1BR so bring 1/2 the clothes that you normally would (even if you washed your clothes in the past, it will be so convenient now that you really will need less). You get a starter packet of laundry detergent so you will need to bring some with you, order some to be delivered or pick up some at the store.

HBC

I bought some small bottles of Tide at Target to send down in our package. The covers to the Tide do not look very sturdy so since I'm having groceries delivered I may just buy some laundry detergent instead. Yes I am so excited to have a w/d -thats a major reason why we picked a 1 bedroom. Definitely can pack much lighter now! :cool1: Thank you for the tip!

[wdwfan1]

When I bring laundry detergent, I use powdered Tide. I get small baggies and put enough for a single load in it. I pack two or three loads and put the individual baggies in another baggie. i also enclose a few dryer sheets. Takes up very little space and I have exactly what I need.

[MikeyNS]

When I bring laundry detergent, I use powdered Tide. I get small baggies and put enough for a single load in it. I pack two or three loads and put the individual baggies in another baggie. i also enclose a few dryer sheets. Takes up very little space and I have exactly what I need.

Personally, I have a problem travelling with little baggies of white powder, especially when I have to cross the border. ;) Anyhoo a washer and dryer are absolutely dreamy to have. So nice to pack light. More room for gifts on the return! :P
-M