Wilderness Lodge Photo Thread- Please feed my addiction!! [Archive] - Page 2 - The DIS Discussion Forums

DizneyNutz

04-06-2008, 04:29 PM

Oh good! I was worried there would only be pine trees in keeping with the wilderness theme. I see enough of those at home.

In the medians between the highways, alongside the highways and even around some resorts. here are a couple shots from Coronado Springs from our 2006 trip.:thumbsup2

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/Christmas06141.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/Christmas06142.jpg

I apologize DisneyNDecember for getting off Topic. But at least they were taken in December:blush: :blush: :blush:

Here is a favorite Palm Trees photo

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2764.jpg

Hunny

04-06-2008, 05:02 PM

I was just thinking too, i KNOW a lot of people just went to DW for spring break and i KNOW someone had to have stayed at WL....

Ok we need pictures now, or the dog gets it....

:rotfl:

NEVERENOUGHWDW

04-06-2008, 06:37 PM

I don't recall any palm trees on the grounds of W.L....:confused3

markrhondab

04-07-2008, 06:34 PM

bumppopcorn::

Nicole786

04-07-2008, 06:50 PM

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s97/nlaskin/IMG_2182.jpg

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s97/nlaskin/IMG_2367.jpg

DisneyNDecember

04-07-2008, 07:44 PM

Well, April is here, how many more days until November 30th,2008??
Keep feeding my addiction guys, I have a lot of days left until 11/30/08.
:santa: :santa: :santa:

Hunny

04-07-2008, 08:35 PM

170 days and 6 hours till we leave
Our last day will be the 30th ( our anniversary)
Like i said before i know a lot of people just got back from vacation! Any pictures will do! :woohoo: :lmao:

DizneyNutz

04-08-2008, 07:25 PM

DisneyNDecember

04-09-2008, 12:05 PM

We have plenty of photos from our last December trip. DisneyNDecember started this thread requesting photos of the WL. I am totally out of photos of the WL. I would not however highjack her thread unless she requests any photos of WDW be posted.:thumbsup2

If no one would object, I would like to keep this thread strictly for Wilderness Lodge Photos. :lovestruc
We have many threads started for the parks, other resorts, & Downtown Disney, I just thought this would be a GREAT thread for only WL photos, hope everyone agrees. :santa: :santa: :santa:

Keep them coming, I will go crazy with photos when we get back from our
Dec 2008 vacation for everyone to enjoy !!

LISAMWDW

04-09-2008, 01:51 PM

Anyone have pictures of the bunk bed rooms?

DisneyNDecember

04-09-2008, 04:38 PM

Anyone have pictures of the bunk bed rooms?

See page 12 of this thread, there is some there for you. :)
:santa: :santa: :santa:

DizneyNutz

04-09-2008, 06:39 PM

Just wish we had some more to post to help keep it going.:cool1: I've looked hard and all I have left are probably very close duplicates of ones I have already posted.

DizneyNutz

04-09-2008, 07:16 PM

Not of any importance though.:sad2: Anyhow this is a flight of stairs between the pool and the back door of the lobby. Or you can walk inside the lodge near the bottom of these stairs and walk up a sloped floor on the inside for anyone not good with stairs.:thumbsup2

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2449.jpg

You can see the bottom of the stairs above and the proximity to the entry stairs in this photo on the right side.

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2451.jpg

DizneyNutz

04-09-2008, 07:53 PM

That I had chose not to post due to the quality of these photos.

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2462.jpg

A family enjoying the tradition of rubbing Humprey's nose
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_3061.jpg

I posted one of the sleigh before, but here is one with the driver
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_3079.jpg

DisneyNDecember

04-09-2008, 08:19 PM

Well, I am trying to keep it going as well DisneyNutz. I have been browsing the net & found some photos to share.

Here are some of the rooms----

http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc253/LisaLMoore/standard-room.jpg
http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc253/LisaLMoore/the-queen-bed-1.jpg

Here are some of the lobby---

http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc253/LisaLMoore/christmas-tree-in-lobby.jpg
http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc253/LisaLMoore/orlando.jpg

Here is MY photo from December 2007, right exactly IN FRONT of the castle for the best photo of the trip, I could not believe how well this turned out!

http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc253/LisaLMoore/PC110113-1.jpg

And to believe that in December 2008, my son & I will be able to leave the fireworks show & take a boat back to Wilderness Lodge for the very first time ever is soooooooo EXCITING !!! Yippee!!!!!:banana:
:santa: :santa: :santa:

homeschoolmomof4

04-10-2008, 07:19 AM

Thanks for sharing your pics DisneyinDecember!! They're beautiful! :goodvibes

LISAMWDW

04-10-2008, 08:38 AM

See page 12 of this thread, there is some there for you. :)
:santa: :santa: :santa:

Thank you!!!!!

DizneyNutz

04-10-2008, 05:48 PM

Anyone have pictures of the bunk bed rooms?

Near the bottom of page 6:thumbsup2

LISAMWDW

04-11-2008, 08:23 AM

Near the bottom of page 6:thumbsup2

Thank you!!!!!!!:goodvibes

branv

04-11-2008, 03:10 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v30/lovinlorne/P1030244.jpg

Am I the only one who at first thought this was snow on the ground? :rotfl: I must have done a triple take...until I noticed what the people in the picture were wearing ;)

Camster0307

04-11-2008, 04:38 PM

No, you're not the only one! I did the same double-take!

NorweJenNY

04-11-2008, 06:00 PM

So jealous! I've never gotten a chance to stay at the Wilderness Lodge. It looks absolutely stunning at Christmas time! Glad to see some of those photos! :santa:

DisneyMOM09

04-11-2008, 06:47 PM

Hunny

04-11-2008, 07:38 PM

We felt the same way, but this year we said WHY NOT! We normally stay at a value when we go ( twice before ) but since we only go every 2 years we decided to splurge a lil! I LOVE the look of the hotel, my sister has a house that reminds me of the hotel. 2 story log cabin sitting on a hill, on 56 acres in Mississippi...Oh with a view of her own lake..GEEZE!!!!
This is going to be our last DW trip for awhile because DH and myself are going on a Cruise in 2010, sadly it's not a Disney cruise..ONE DAY THO!!!
Please keep the pictures coming! And don't forget Samantha Brown on Travel Channel, SHE IS IN DISNEY! A new show!!!

Becky521

04-12-2008, 06:19 PM

I am so glad I found this thread. Our last trip in December 2006 was a 20th anniversary trip - was just going to be the two of us but I felt guilty and our girls and 2 friends came along. Needless to say we stayed at ASMu. We had one evening to ourselves which my DH arranged for me as a surprise. We had hot cocoa and cookies delivered by room service to one of the little fireplace spots on the 4th floor and then went for a sleigh ride. It was so beautiful. So when we started planning our next trip I had to bring up staying at WL. and :banana: we are!! :banana:

So thanks for all the pictures and for starting this thread.

michelleck

04-12-2008, 07:29 PM

Hi all! New to this board and I appreciate all the info from reading the threads.

I just got talked into at reservation at WL 12/2-12/6 in a Deluxe Club room. CM told me it was a great deal at $2497.52 for 4 nights no tickets or dining (includes tax). This works out to $624.38 per night. She said this was using a AAA discount. We have 4 adults and 2 babies in party. Doesn't that seem like more then it should be even without a AAA discount? The rate charts show the Deluxe Club room rate to be $505 per night so even adding tax (and I assume an extra adult charge for my 2 children over 17 yrs) it still doesn't sound like a good deal. Or am I missing something?

I could have booked 2 Courtyard View rooms for $2103.76/4 nights or $525.94/night with the AAA discount.

At the time she made it sound like such a great deal to have a Concierge room but would we better off in the 2 courtyard rooms saving $100/night and adding a second bathroom?

I would really appreciate any input or ideas. Thank you in advance!

DizneyNutz

04-12-2008, 08:18 PM

WOW---not sure what your accomodation goals here are, but that sounds like a TREMENDOUS amt of $$ for four nights...I couldn't imagine paying this kind of money, conceirge, or not!!!!!!

Honestly, I would either do the courtyard views (two bathrooms would be a bonus) or check out the rent/trade boards for a DVC Member who might have a two bedroom for rent!!! That would give you a kitchen, spa tub, washer and dryer and I believe TWO bathrooms...good luck!!

finallydvc08

04-12-2008, 08:42 PM

I definitely think that you should talk to someone about renting DVC for that kind of money. Last year we rented points for a 2 bedroom at OKW in June. It was awesome and no where close to that much money.

If you are interested, we rented from a FANTASTIC guy named Bill Randle. He does this for a living, so he can book you anywhere at anytime you want. His e-mail is billagio11 @ gmail.com or bill.knows.disney @ gmail.com.

Pixie dust to you!

MAGICinMYHEART

04-12-2008, 09:03 PM

The deluxe rooms for your dates are $505.00 a night if they are charging $25.00 a night for 2 additional adults the total with tax (I rounded tax to 12%) should be around $2486.40. So no I don't think you recieved a good deal. I don't see any discount in your total.

$505.00 X 4=$2020.00
2 additional adults $50.00 X 2= $200.00
Tax @ 12% =$266.40

michelleck

04-12-2008, 09:23 PM

Thank you so much for responding to my post. After I got off the phone with the reservation center I was pretty sure that was way too much money!

I am going to call back and see what I can do to change my reservation. Again thanks for the info and suggestions.

Michelle

LoveMickey

04-13-2008, 07:08 AM

This is a pic mid morning. Ahh can't wait to get back to the lodge.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f202/LoveMickey499/Resorts/Dec05-Disney466.jpg

DisneyMOM09

04-13-2008, 07:44 AM

Woohoo! My hubby said I could spend $4000 on our Disney vacation. This doesn't include spending money so we might be able to go to WL!!!! I am going next year in May but am going to get a quote for this year to see if it is possible! Keep your fingers crossed for me! We are planning on doing the dining plan so that has to be included in the $4000. Can you tell I really want to stay here?
**** edited**** Just priced it on Disney's site! WL here we come!!!

DizneyNutz

04-13-2008, 08:15 AM

homeschoolmomof4

04-13-2008, 08:48 AM

This is a pic mid morning. Ahh can't wait to get back to the lodge.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f202/LoveMickey499/Resorts/Dec05-Disney466.jpg

Beautiful picture!! :goodvibes

DisneyNDecember

04-13-2008, 07:23 PM

Thank you for this thread! I am absolutely in love with WL, if only we could afford to stay there! I love the look of this resort and hope that one day my family will be able to stay here! Until then I'll just feed my addiction with this lovely thread!

Ahhh, another addict !!!! You are very welcome !!!

I am so glad I found this thread. Our last trip in December 2006 was a 20th anniversary trip - was just going to be the two of us but I felt guilty and our girls and 2 friends came along. Needless to say we stayed at ASMu. We had one evening to ourselves which my DH arranged for me as a surprise. We had hot cocoa and cookies delivered by room service to one of the little fireplace spots on the 4th floor and then went for a sleigh ride. It was so beautiful. So when we started planning our next trip I had to bring up staying at WL. and :banana: we are!! :banana:

So thanks for all the pictures and for starting this thread.

You are very welcome!!!! I am counting down the days!!!

This is a pic mid morning. Ahh can't wait to get back to the lodge.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f202/LoveMickey499/Resorts/Dec05-Disney466.jpg

GREAT Photo !!!!!!! :santa: :santa: :santa:

doodlesmommy

04-14-2008, 01:18 PM

Hunny

04-14-2008, 02:14 PM

Just got the best news! We had to move our dates up a week BUT we got WL with the Courtyard view WITH FREE DINING!!! :banana: So our whole vacation (tickets, room AND dining) will cost a lil over $2100 for 6 days 6 nights!!! :banana: Now i need to co back and look at courtyard pictures!!

DisneyNDecember

04-14-2008, 07:41 PM

I'm doing the single digit dance! 9 more days and I'll be able to take pictures of those bunk beds everyone wants to see. I'll try to capture other things that we haven't seen on this thread yet while we're there. :woohoo:

Great idea !! Take photos that us mom's like to see-- the bathroom, refrigerator area, sinks, shopping area, restaurants, etc......

I have actually have 230 days left until my 1st vacation stay at the WL, but that is okay, I LOVE the anticipation !!!!!

Have fun & just relax & take in all the Disney Love !!!!!:love:

:santa: :santa: :santa:

polyfan60

04-14-2008, 08:34 PM

Great photos! :thumbsup2 I had so much fun when I stayed here. Brings back memories! It is a great resort

KAT4DISNEY

04-15-2008, 11:32 PM

I finally figured out how to share some photos (Thanks DizneyNutz! :) ). Hopefully they're in the appropriate format. Here are some from our trip this past December.

http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn282/kat4golf/DisneyDec2007070.jpg

http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn282/kat4golf/DisneyDec2007061.jpg

http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn282/kat4golf/DisneyDec2007071.jpg

Hunny

04-16-2008, 01:30 AM

Thank you Kat! Those are awesome! Only 155 days, 1 hour and 10 min before we leave to head to WL!!! If you have more we'd love to see!!

homeschoolmomof4

04-16-2008, 05:48 AM

Nice pics KAt!! :thumbsup2 :goodvibes

ROBIN4NY

04-16-2008, 07:45 AM

I'm leaving in 2 days for WL. :cool1: I will take lots of great pictures (I hope--I'm a little tech challenged) but if there is something in particular anyone would like please PM me ( in the next 2 days ) and I will do my best to get it!!! ----Have a great day

jjbescher

04-16-2008, 10:40 AM

DizneyNutz

04-16-2008, 03:35 PM

[QUOTE=KAT4DISNEY;24508557]I finally figured out how to share some photos (Thanks DizneyNutz! :) ). Hopefully they're in the appropriate format. Here are some from our trip this past December.

Awesome job on the photos:cool1: Can't wait to see more:thumbsup2

dlz

04-16-2008, 03:58 PM

We are staying in the Jr. Suite concierge level (all they had available) in June. We have a courtyard view requested. I have never stayed here, has anyone else ever stayed in this room? Can you send some pictures and/or information on the layout of this room? If you have done concierge please include that, too. This looks like the right thread to ask for some help, so thanks in advance! I will have to admit, before I started looking at the photos on this thread, I was not even remotely interested in staying here, and now I can't wait to get there! I'm very excited for the mom who started this thread, I can totally relate, since I was in her shoes not too very long ago. Work hard and stay positive and get everything out of life for you and your children yourself. You're right, life is too short, so go for it and I hope you have a great time on your trip, I'm excited for you.

LVSWL

04-16-2008, 07:05 PM

DaisyLynn

04-18-2008, 10:49 PM

Just got back today and brought back tons of pictures!

Will get them posted in a day or so.... :thumbsup2

Hunny

04-18-2008, 11:12 PM

:worship: Bless you!!! lol :worship:

KAT4DISNEY

04-18-2008, 11:17 PM

Something to tide everyone over until DaisyLynn gets her new photos up - I can't wait to see those!!! These are from Sept 2005 Room 5167. Sorry that the dawn photo is blurry but hope you still enjoy! :goodvibes

Bay Lake at Dawn
http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn282/kat4golf/WLView.jpg

Bay Lake during Day
http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn282/kat4golf/DSC00684.jpg

Hunny

04-18-2008, 11:20 PM

The early morning one isn't blurry...we just have sleep in our eyes still..makes me feel like i am there..on the balcony with a cup of coffee!! Thanks! :cloud9:

KAT4DISNEY

04-18-2008, 11:35 PM

The early morning one isn't blurry...we just have sleep in our eyes still..makes me feel like i am there..on the balcony with a cup of coffee!! Thanks! :cloud9:

That's exactly what I had going on when I took the pic!!!! :rotfl2:

Camster0307

04-19-2008, 09:59 AM

I will be checking into the Villas on May 11th. I need the vacation. However, we do have reservations at Artist Point and Whispering Canyon Cafe. I will try to take pictures and post them. I need an excuse to use my new cameras I got myself for Christmas.

Also, Thank You everyone for posting there pictures. The one of the sunset is awesome.

jon

Oooh - I'd love to see some pix of Artist Point. We're heading to the VWL in June, for the first time, and have dinner ressies at AP for our first night. Would love to hear your opinions when you get back.

Great pictures everybody! I'll be sure to return the favor when my trip is completed in June!

DaisyLynn

04-20-2008, 12:44 PM

Ok...here they are, in no particular order...

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00237.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00238.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00239.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00242.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00243.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00245.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00246.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00247.jpg

DaisyLynn

04-20-2008, 12:45 PM

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00253.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00254.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00255.jpg

DaisyLynn

04-20-2008, 12:52 PM

This is room 1018, the first room we were assigned. We only stayed one night, because we really didn't like that it was accessible and the bed was REALLY low to the ground. Not a huge deal, except that my DBF is very tall, and it was just awkward for him. Also, the room looked quite worn. We had booked standard view, and I was told that this was an upgrade from standard to woods. When I requested a change, the front desk staff was wonderful about it and was able to make it happen. The pictures of the new room will be in my next post.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00256.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00257.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00258.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00259.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00260.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00261.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00262.jpg

The next two pictures are of the view:

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00263.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00264.jpg

MassJester

04-20-2008, 12:54 PM

Very Nice!!

I'm there next Saturday--I'll bring some more back with me. :thumbsup2

Colleen27

04-20-2008, 12:55 PM

Our balcony visitor -
http://inlinethumb07.webshots.com/40134/2820650470051332420S500x500Q85.jpg (http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2820650470051332420SKpgId)

The view from our room, day...
http://inlinethumb35.webshots.com/14626/2030971780051332420S500x500Q85.jpg (http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2030971780051332420GNtfiA)

... and night.
http://inlinethumb07.webshots.com/40774/2840457170051332420S500x500Q85.jpg (http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2840457170051332420moLWGH)

And DS's swimming buddy -
http://inlinethumb19.webshots.com/41554/2279057520051332420S500x500Q85.jpg (http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2279057520051332420AnCwbv)

DaisyLynn

04-20-2008, 01:07 PM

Our second room was 4060. It was perfect! We were so happy with this room! We thought that being on vacation, it'd be nice to have a king bed (which is what we had at RPR and then in room 1018) since at home we have a queen. Well, after one night in this room, DBF told me that he slept better than he had since we started our vacation....because he likes being closer to me when we are sleeping. :love: Sorry for the mush, but I thought that was so sweet!

Here is the room:

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida413-5.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida413-4.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida413-3.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida413-2.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida413-1.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida413.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00355.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-24.jpg

The view:

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-21.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-7.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-8.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-4.jpg

DaisyLynn

04-20-2008, 01:10 PM

I'll post more later on! :goodvibes

Nicole786

04-20-2008, 01:38 PM

stop this! its gonna make me want to change my beach club ressies to WL!! I know i want to try something new, but its gonna make me miss home! :D

MassJester

04-20-2008, 01:44 PM

stop this! its gonna make me want to change my beach club ressies to WL!! I know i want to try something new, but its gonna make me miss home! :D

Just pop over to Artist's Point for dinner ;)

desparatelydisney

04-20-2008, 08:29 PM

Colleen27 - Do you mind me asking what room you were in? That view seems so peaceful.

madbrad76

04-20-2008, 08:36 PM

DaisyLynn - Thank you for posting the WL room pictures! We will be going there in Sept. and we're so excited! We stayed at POP last year and loved it. We've heard so many good things about WL that I think we're going to love it even more.

DisneyNDecember

04-20-2008, 09:03 PM

Thank you for those photos DaisyLynn!!!!
Anymore photos to feed my addictions, anyone????

:santa: :santa: :santa:

DaisyLynn

04-20-2008, 10:35 PM

Here are some more...

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00302.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00327.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00330.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00331.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/DSC00332.jpg

DaisyLynn

04-20-2008, 10:41 PM

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-18.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-15.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-14.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-13.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-12.jpg

And the rare picture of yours truly...

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-19.jpg

and my DBF..

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-17.jpg

DaisyLynn

04-20-2008, 10:44 PM

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-11.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-10.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-9.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-3.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-2.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417-1.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f242/Brooke023/Florida%202008/Florida417.jpg

That's all of them! Some of them are MUCH better than others, but I posted every single picture that I took of the WL. Hope you enjoyed them!

Now, I need to start planning my next trip to our beloved Lodge! :love:

Disney loving Iowan

04-21-2008, 08:53 AM

Thanks for all the pictures DaisyLynn!!! We leave in 35 days and these pictures sure get me even more excited to go!

DaisyLynn

04-21-2008, 08:59 PM

Thanks for all the pictures DaisyLynn!!! We leave in 35 days and these pictures sure get me even more excited to go!

The pleasure was all mine, really!!! I'm currently taking donations to go back so that I may add more pictures to the thread... :rolleyes1

:goodvibes

homeschoolmomof4

04-22-2008, 06:55 AM

DaisyLynn, you are the bomb!! :worship: Thanks so much for sharing your pics with us. They are spectacular!! :goodvibes

Grendalynn

04-22-2008, 08:02 AM

uuuuuuhhhhhh!! Looking at all these great pictures of WL makes me want to go back soooo badly! And we JUST left a couple of weeks ago!! DS5 asked me this morning while we were cuddling in my bed why we had to leave Disney and how come we couldn't stay there forever!!?? :confused3

We thouroughly enjoyed WL but think the transporation needs a little work. But overall we were impressed with the granduer of the Lodge, walking out of our room into the main Lobby was an impressive sight every morning and evening! And I am a "people watcher", so sitting out in the rockers watching all that was going on each evening as the kids went to bed was very relaxing! :thumbsup2 I cant wait til we go again in 2011!! So close yet sooo far away!!:confused: I will post some pics too once I get a few minutes to upload them to photobucket!

:surfweb: Have a Magical Day!! :wizard:

Kimberly815

04-22-2008, 09:49 AM

Oooh - I'd love to see some pix of Artist Point. We're heading to the VWL in June, for the first time, and have dinner ressies at AP for our first night. Would love to hear your opinions when you get back.

Great pictures everybody! I'll be sure to return the favor when my trip is completed in June!

I have some from Artist's Point!

The sign on the way in:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6936-1.jpg

The check in desk:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6937-1.jpg

The menu:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6938-1.jpg

The dining room (we were one of the first seated that night, that's why it is so empty):
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6940-1.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6941.jpg

And even some food for you!
The cheese plate:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6943.jpg
The buffalo:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6944.jpg
I don't remember what this one was. . sorry!:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6945.jpg

Kimberly815

04-22-2008, 09:54 AM

This is room 1018, the first room we were assigned. We only stayed one night, because we really didn't like that it was accessible and the bed was REALLY low to the ground. Not a huge deal, except that my DBF is very tall, and it was just awkward for him. Also, the room looked quite worn. We had booked standard view, and I was told that this was an upgrade from standard to woods. When I requested a change, the front desk staff was wonderful about it and was able to make it happen. The pictures of the new room will be in my next post.

That's too bad. We stayed in 1018 on our Honeymoon in January 2007 and it was lovely then- didn't look worn at all. I wonder if it was a bad year of wear and tear on it.

We actually loved the location most though! It was close to the Roaring Fork and the Pool but we didn't notice any noise. There was no need to take an elevator anywhere, just a walk one way down the call and out the door for the boat dock to the MK, and just a walk the other way and up the ramp to the lobby.

Here are our pics of that room!

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6431.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6409.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6413.jpg

This duck family keep coming to visit us all week!
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6422.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/jburke852/Honeymoon/DSCF6418.jpg

tinkermom2008

04-22-2008, 11:10 AM

Wow!! We are planning our first WDW vaction for next March, and are planning on staying at the Wilderness Lodge. These pics are amazing. Thanks for sharing.:flower3:

Camster0307

04-22-2008, 03:53 PM

I have some from Artist's Point!

Thanks for the pictures Kimberly. I've heard nothing but good things about this restaurant. How did you like it?

Kimberly815

04-22-2008, 04:23 PM

Thanks for the pictures Kimberly. I've heard nothing but good things about this restaurant. How did you like it?

We loved it!

It was actually a last minute addition to our plans. We were at MGM on the last full day of our honeymoon and we just weren't having that great of a time. The lines were long and it was pretty busy that day. We had planned on staying for Fantasmic that night, but there we were, standing in front of the Great Movie ride at about 2pm and not having fun. It was at that point we realized we didn't want our honeymoon to end like this!

So I hopped on the phone and was able to get a reservation for 5:30pm. We went back to the hotel and changed and went to dinner. The atmosphere was just so relaxing. Our waiter was excellent! He was very attentive and helpful making suggestions. The food was absolutely delicious! We weren't rushed at all- I think we were there until almost 7:30pm, and we didn't even have dessert! It was the perfect end to our honeymoon! We still talk about how it was the perfect way to end the week! I highly recommend it!

KAT4DISNEY

04-24-2008, 01:01 AM

KayLuvsMickey

04-24-2008, 03:32 PM

This Thread and all the pics are amazing! We are staying at the WL for the first time in Sept and I am thrilled to be able to look around the resort in pics before going!

Thanks for posting all the wonderful info.

dlz

04-24-2008, 06:44 PM

WEDway2002

04-24-2008, 07:17 PM

DizneyNutz

04-24-2008, 07:50 PM

Hi Gang!

I LOVE this thread ... just found it! :thumbsup2
We also love the WL and have stayed once for only one night ... long story ... we are DVC members and usually stay at OKW.
Anyway ... we are staying in the Villas for the week after Christmas specifically for the warm Christmas atmosphere. :cloud9: I saw a sleigh ride mentioned and would LOVE to try that with my family. Can someone offer any details and / or photos?
Thanks for any help!

Dave

Page 18 of this post and post number 266 I believe. There is a picture of the horse and carriage along with the driver. However I believe the one from the WL is along a pretty much unlit path and I believe the one at the FW campground might be a little more interesting?:thumbsup2 A lot of the campsites are decorated tremendously for the holidays. I would reccommend that carriage ride over the one from the WL although we have not done either yet.

WEDway2002

04-24-2008, 08:47 PM

DisneyNutz ...

Thanks for the guidance and info.! I have to admit ... the thread is a bit daunting and I only made it so far! :goodvibes
But thanks, again ... we're going to have to try one or the other. I'd also love to see the decorations over at the campgrounds. We love it over there and always have to visit the Tri Circle D and the Trails End buffet! :thumbsup2

Dave

homeschoolmomof4

04-25-2008, 08:35 AM

Anyone have any pictures of the Jr. Suite they can post? We are staying in June for the first time and I can't wait to see what the rooms look like. Any other useful info would be much appreciated also. Thank you for your help.

Just in case no one has pics of this, you can go to allearsnet where there are some pics of the Junior Suite about halfway down the page:

http://allearsnet.com/acc/g_wl.htm

:goodvibes

pete667

04-25-2008, 09:55 AM

Grendalynn

04-25-2008, 12:29 PM

We are staying at WL in September 08 we have reserved a room with woods view, I saw a previous photo post with fireworks in the background, does anyone the best location for that our perhaps evena room number? I don't know if you are able to request a specific room or floor or even side to be on.

:wave: Hi! We had a Woods View on our recent vist to WL ((which we adored BTW :cloud9: )) I was not super happy with the "wooded" view we were given (more of a parking lot with trees...) so i asked for a new room, but they were booked and we couldnt move til the next day. That night we realized we were able to see Wishes fireworks at the MK from our balcony!! We didntend up moving.... it was more of a hassle than what it was worth ((3 kids, all our stuff and I dont pack lightly! :laughing: )) and we could see Wishes! Anyway, it was room 4082. I think anything on that side, especialy higher (5082, 6082...), would have a pretty good view of the FW. We could see the CR through the trees all lit-up too. Even though I was not 110% happy with the room, it was a nice suprise to see the fireworks! FYI: that room was loud being that it was 2 floors right over Whispering Canyon... For those of you who haven't experince WC - its really loud - good, but loud! We love it but not to sleep over with small kids! The location was great, however - right near elevators and close to buses, Roaring Forks, the store, restaurants, bar, front desk and all that kind of stuff... Hope you find this helpful!!?? :wizard:

KayLuvsMickey

04-25-2008, 03:10 PM

Uncle Waldo

04-25-2008, 05:04 PM

Great thread! We are seriously considering the WL for our next trip.

noahdove

04-25-2008, 09:43 PM

the pics are gorgeous...how I would love to be able to stay here..it's just not in my budget...thanks for helping me to fulfill my dreams even tho they are just thru you awesome pics:)

exwdwcm

04-25-2008, 10:36 PM

Great idea !! Take photos that us mom's like to see-- the bathroom, refrigerator area, sinks, shopping area, restaurants, etc......

I have actually have 230 days left until my 1st vacation stay at the WL, but that is okay, I LOVE the anticipation !!!!!

Have fun & just relax & take in all the Disney Love !!!!!:love:

:santa: :santa: :santa:
<-----fellow plano-ite here

where abouts are you? we are near park/preston area, south plano. My sister teachers in Plano at Shepton.

We are heading for our first WL stay but it is a LONG ways off.....Dec 09. My little one is just 6 months old now, so we have to wait for him to get a little bigger. My parents are treating all of us to a 10 day stay, courtyard view most likely......parents, me/DH/DS, and then both my sisters and their DH's and two other little ones, plus a cousin possibly. Cannot wait.....even though it is a year and a half away! Keep the pictures coming. This will be their first stay at a deluxe and my second (AKL last year on business).

donaldseeyore

04-26-2008, 02:15 AM

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DisneyNDecember

04-27-2008, 05:45 PM

<-----fellow plano-ite here

where abouts are you? we are near park/preston area, south plano. My sister teachers in Plano at Shepton.

Very close, Preston & Legacy !!!:)

We are heading for our first WL stay but it is a LONG ways off.....Dec 09. My little one is just 6 months old now, so we have to wait for him to get a little bigger. My parents are treating all of us to a 10 day stay, courtyard view most likely......parents, me/DH/DS, and then both my sisters and their DH's and two other little ones, plus a cousin possibly. Cannot wait.....even though it is a year and a half away! Keep the pictures coming. This will be their first stay at a deluxe and my second (AKL last year on business).

I will be sure & post our photos after our Dec 08 trip. :santa:

DisneyNDecember

04-27-2008, 05:50 PM

Ok - something to bump up this thread.....

Salmon dinner at Artist Point. We own a small restaurant and our specialty is wild alaskan salmon. This was almost as good! :rolleyes: All the food was excellent. :thumbsup2

http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn282/kat4golf/DSC00675.jpg

Yum !!! I LOVE salmon !!!! Looks soooo yummy,but what is the grey stuff on the rt side of the platter? :santa: :santa: :santa:

Camster0307

04-27-2008, 06:19 PM

Oh, thanks for the pix of the Artist Point food. Can't wait to eat there in June!

lucky978

04-27-2008, 06:23 PM

Yum !!! I LOVE salmon !!!! Looks soooo yummy,but what is the grey stuff on the rt side of the platter? :santa: :santa: :santa:

I was wondering the same exact thing....:confused3

Hunny

04-27-2008, 08:02 PM

It looks like broiled muscles(sp):confused3

KarenNYC

04-27-2008, 08:25 PM

Grendalynn

04-27-2008, 09:26 PM

we got so very lucky last June and got upgraded to the Vice Presidential suite - I made sure to take pics as I am quite sure I will never be in that room again. It was awesome. we stay at the WL twice a year and I love it so much I can't imagine staying anywhere else. we have been to and stayed at many of the other hotels (deluxe on down) and WL is th ebest by far!

if someone can tell me how to upload them to the site - I will be happy to share them with you guys.

Just curious.... how did you get upgraded to the VP Suite??? Did you ask or was it automatic? And on what circumstances if any? Did you have to pay extra?? :confused: :surfweb: I am curious because we recently stayed at the WL (4/1-4/8/08) and were celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary as well as my sons 9th birthday. I was sure to tell them upon making our ressies and at check in hoping for an upgrade ((from what I read on these boards if you mention thgs like that you sometimes get upgraded... Hapended tomy sister at CR)) Unfortunatly we were out of luck and not upgraded. :sad2: So I was just curious what the reason for the upgrade was, if any, and all the ins and outs of it! Sorry if I am being too nosey??!! :confused3 :surfweb:

KarenNYC

04-27-2008, 10:29 PM

I wish I could tell you how we did it. There was no magic formula. When we were there Disney was refurbishing the Contemporary and moved a lot of folks over to WL. I actually booked a woods view with bunk beds and there were so many people that they could not accommodate all the requests and we actually paid for that specific room. I also think that when they looked at who they should "bump" they saw that we are there 2 to 3 times a year and we ALWAYS stay at WL so I guess they picked us to upgrade. lucky us. it was awesome.

anyway - as soon as I can figure out how to post the pics I will add them in to the thread.

DizneyNutz

04-28-2008, 05:42 PM

anyway - as soon as I can figure out how to post the pics I will add them in to the thread.

You have to sign up to a photohosting website first. We use www.photobucket.com It's free and easy to sign up for. Then you search for your files where your pictures that you are wanting to post are stored in. Doubleclick the photo on your computer and then click upload. It takes a couple of minutes to upload, then you will see your picture with three address bars below it. Right click the bottom one and click copy. Then come on here to where you want to post and right click then click paste. After you hit submit the post you can back out and come back and it should be in the post. :thumbsup2

KarenNYC

04-28-2008, 08:42 PM

drats - what a pain not be able to do a straight upload. as the pics are not on this computer it will have to wait until tomorrow.

exwdwcm

04-28-2008, 10:01 PM

I will be sure & post our photos after our Dec 08 trip. :santa:
awesome- can't wait!

I used to live on the SE corner of Preston and legacy in those apartments there. small world! :cool1:

KAT4DISNEY

04-29-2008, 02:27 PM

Here's one more photo I ran across.....I'll have to take a look at DH's and see what he has!

http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn282/kat4golf/DSC00683.jpg

DizneyNutz

04-29-2008, 06:56 PM

Kat4Disney, Thanks for posting it.:cool1: Definately keep looking for more.:thumbsup2

markrhondab

05-01-2008, 05:24 PM

bump;)

KAT4DISNEY

05-01-2008, 07:23 PM

Kat4Disney, Thanks for posting it.:cool1: Definately keep looking for more.:thumbsup2

Your welcome! Will do on more pics. :flower3:

MassJester

05-01-2008, 09:36 PM

Guess who stayed in a one bedroom villa at the WL this week.

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WildernessLodge1-1.jpg

DizneyNutz

05-02-2008, 05:26 AM

Did you get photos of your villa? Where was your room, if you don't mind my asking? We're staying at VWL, sprang for the pts for a 1 BR and I can hardly wait! We spent a few nights at HHI in a 1 BR and I figure the layout would be fairly similar, but would LOVE to see some pics, if you have them. The DH is the pic guru in our little family, so I'll have him get LOTS of pics, hopefully, we'll have a good view---as the one we've had for our last two trips wasn't good at all, service entrance, woods at the back of the resort, and our DD was blessed with the DUMPSTER view on her college grad trip, but we didn't want to be complaining DVC members so we sucked it up, after all, somebody has to stay in the "not so great" rooms, so this year we're really hoping to get a good one! I'm sure the DH will be clicking away!

The view posted by KAT4DISNEY was AWESOME TOO! Thanks for all the pics, I always check out the posts on this thread, even though the DH is the one that does all the posting, as I/we LOVE WL! What a great place to just....be.

tarcc

05-02-2008, 06:19 AM

Thanks to everyone for taking the time to post photos of WL :)

We'll be there on 05/25-06/08, our first time staying on-site :yay:

we've been planning this trip for 14 months now & can barely contain our excitement as the days go past, WL looks just beautiful & we've given ourselves a few 'free' days just to hang out there.

MassJester

05-02-2008, 12:12 PM

spooky1

05-02-2008, 12:21 PM

Here are some from our stay last October ...

http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-01.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-02.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-03.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-04.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-05.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-06.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-07.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-08.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-09.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-10.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-11.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-12.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-13.jpg
http://home.earthlink.net/~arkyt/WL-14.jpg

Wouldn't mind going back this year, but they want to try the boardwalk area so were going to do the Yacht club.

KAT4DISNEY

05-02-2008, 02:21 PM

Yum !!! I LOVE salmon !!!! Looks soooo yummy,but what is the grey stuff on the rt side of the platter? :santa: :santa: :santa:

I was wondering the same exact thing....:confused3

It looks like broiled muscles(sp):confused3

http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn282/kat4golf/DSC00675.jpg

LOL!!!! I saw these posts and was going to check with DH as he's the real food guy in the family. I can't quite remember what that was - it doesn't look real appetizing does it! It was some sort of veggie, but not one I normally have so I'll still have to double check with DH and see if he remembers. What I do know is that everything tasted good! :thumbsup2

Thanks for sharing the pics Spooky1.....it really does make you want to head back! :hippie:

Hunny

05-02-2008, 08:45 PM

the thing right under the salmon looks like grilled artichoke hearts and the...blackish greyish things still look like muscles or oysters!!!

MassJester

05-03-2008, 11:54 AM

Ok, here they come...

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLGiftShop.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLLobby2.jpg

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http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLLobby5.jpg

MassJester

05-03-2008, 11:55 AM

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http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLpool2.jpg

MassJester

05-03-2008, 11:56 AM

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http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WDW42008418.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLBoatDock2.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLBoatDock.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLBoattoMK.jpg

MassJester

05-03-2008, 11:57 AM

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLVilla1.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLVilla3.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLVilla4.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLVilla5.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p266/MassJester/WLVillaLobby.jpg

MAGICinMYHEART

05-03-2008, 12:11 PM

MassJester

Great job on the photo's makes me miss the Lodge & the Villas.

Beckie

MassJester

05-03-2008, 12:14 PM

MassJester

Great job on the photo's makes me miss the Lodge & the Villas.

Beckie

Thanks!

I understand perfectly--I just left and I want to go back!!

Camster0307

05-03-2008, 12:15 PM

Great pictures, MassJester!

We're staying in a studio - arriving on June 22nd!

Doing the under 50 days dance!:banana: :banana: :banana:

MassJester

05-03-2008, 12:19 PM

Great pictures, MassJester!

We're staying in a studio - arriving on June 22nd!

Doing the under 50 days dance!:banana: :banana: :banana:

Bring back pictures!

Hunny

05-03-2008, 12:24 PM

BEAUTIFUL pictures! Anyone else has any? Only 137 more days!! I'm so excited!!! I can look at the same pictures over and over and NEVER get bored, so if some of you think we wouldn't enjoy your pictures, Think again!
Thanks to everyone!!!:banana: :woohoo:

KAT4DISNEY

05-03-2008, 12:34 PM

the thing right under the salmon looks like grilled artichoke hearts and the...blackish greyish things still look like muscles or oysters!!!

I think the veggie under the salmon was grilled fennel - I had never had it before and was pleasantly surprised at how I liked it. DH and I agree that the blackish greyish things are a mushroom but we're still trying to come to an agreement on what kind. I know it wasn't muscles or oysters - don't care for either and I would have made them substitute! :lmao:

KAT4DISNEY

05-03-2008, 12:38 PM

Wonderful pictures MassJester!! Thanks for posting.

Do you have any of the view from your villa? I know that they're pretty much wood views but would love to see one if you took a pic. :flower3:

MassJester

05-03-2008, 12:43 PM

Wonderful pictures MasterJester!! Thanks for posting.

Do you have any of the view from your villa? I know that they're pretty much wood views but would love to see one if you took a pic. :flower3:

Alas, I do not...but it's a good enough reason to go back :cool1:

KAT4DISNEY

05-03-2008, 01:16 PM

Alas, I do not...but it's a good enough reason to go back :cool1:

Very true! ;)

diberry

05-03-2008, 06:04 PM

Great pics Massjester - thank you! More please!!! :yay:

DizneyNutz

05-03-2008, 08:15 PM

whit

05-03-2008, 09:56 PM

No question the Wilderness Lodge is a great choice. GREAT PICS

DisneyNDecember

05-04-2008, 12:07 PM

WONDERFUL PICS!! CAN'T WAIT TO GET "HOME!"

Please keep posting, I promise, if this thread is still alive, and it should be w/all us WL lovers out there, when we go in December, we'll get gobs of photos!! Beautiful place!

Us too !!! We will post all of our photos as well !!! Geez, how many more days until 11/30/08???

Great photos Mass Jester !!!! My son loved the photo of the red flag sign & the boat with the red flag on it right after!!! He said, "Wow, that means we get to sit down on the way to and from Magic Kingdom!" We usually always give our seats up at Pop Century to the elderly or mom's with little ones, so he get's excited about the little things, like actually getting to sit down on the way back to our hotel this year from Magic Kingdom. :)

Thank you to the replies about the salmon photo from Artist Pointe fellow Dis'er's, I was a bit concerned about the smushy grey stuff on the right side of the platter. I love salmon, but I will request they leave off the "grey stuff". :santa: :santa: :santa:

Ranger1873

05-04-2008, 01:40 PM

Wonderful pictures MassJester!! Thanks for posting.

Do you have any of the view from your villa? I know that they're pretty much wood views but would love to see one if you took a pic. :flower3:

This is the view from VWL room 4530.

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/PICT1456.jpg

Ranger1873

05-04-2008, 01:43 PM

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Wilderness-Lodge-From-Boat.jpg

Ranger1873

05-04-2008, 01:45 PM

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Wilderness-Lodge-Lobby.jpg

Ranger1873

05-04-2008, 01:46 PM

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Wilderness-Lodge-Small-Sitt.jpg

Ranger1873

05-04-2008, 01:48 PM

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Room-4039-View-1.jpg

KAT4DISNEY

05-04-2008, 01:54 PM

This is the view from VWL room 4530.

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/PICT1456.jpg

Oh yea - thank you! Lots of other great pictures too. :thumbsup2

DizneyNutz

05-04-2008, 01:55 PM

Ranger 1873 great job on the photos. I especially like how you managed to capture the real color of the TeePee Chandeliers.:thumbsup2 Photography lighting inside the lodge is tough.

Ranger1873

05-04-2008, 02:09 PM

Thanks Guys.

But when you've taken as many photos of the lodge as I have, you're bound to get 1 or 2 right. ;)

Tinker_Bell_Crazy101

05-05-2008, 11:23 AM

Here's a photo I took of the lodge in February.

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk183/Tinker_Bell_Crazy101/IMG_0526_2.jpg

Ragnrok23

05-05-2008, 04:14 PM

KAT4DISNEY

05-05-2008, 04:21 PM

Here's a photo I took of the lodge in February.

Thanks for the pic! I love how this thread gets new pics almost every day! :lovestruc

18 Hours

05-05-2008, 04:44 PM

I stayed at the WL once. It was very nice!

Tinker_Bell_Crazy101

05-06-2008, 11:28 AM

Thanks for the pic! I love how this thread gets new pics almost every day! :lovestruc

Me too! Wilderness Lodge is my favorite hotel!

jlcd

05-06-2008, 12:27 PM

Taken last month from the 5th floor outside deck area.

http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x310/decapua94/100_4453-1.jpg

Claire&TheBoys

05-06-2008, 01:58 PM

Wow - you guys make a compelling argument for upgrading to WL! I want to stay there so bad (and so does my 5-yr-old!) but I am not sure I can justify the extra $1000 for the week!

Great pictures, everyone!

Mom2Evie

05-06-2008, 09:36 PM

LISAMWDW

05-07-2008, 08:57 AM

I love this thread. I really love this thread. This has to be my favorite thread of all time! I've been struggling this week with a decision: WL or AKL. Each and every time I see this thread, I KNOW the answer has to be WL. Of course, then I start thinking, I could see a girafe from my room and I'm back to AKL. Of course, I'd have to pay big for the Savannah View. I'm starting to think that there isn't a bad view at WL (except the dumpters in back). Thanks to all that contributed.

I go back and forth also on this but always end up at WL. This upcoming trip will be my second at WL! I'm really excited! The Mods and Poly are my favorites! I like the spreadout layout of those resorts. But what makes me pick WL over AKL is the location. I just like being closer to everything.

bbrnca

05-07-2008, 11:43 AM

eliza61

05-07-2008, 11:45 AM

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m260/eliza61nyc/DSCF0988.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m260/eliza61nyc/wlpool1.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m260/eliza61nyc/wlventrance.jpg

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m260/eliza61nyc/wlvbuffalo.jpg

SpaceGirl

05-07-2008, 11:59 AM

We had reservations at AKL and switched to WL in Sept. now never stayed at WL and have Courtyard view rom any suggestions on what rooms are better then others for courtyard or what floor would be better onl DW and myself going

For great information about your stay at the Wilderness Lodge you should visit the FAQ Thread, the first page has loads of information and there is a post about all the room locations and views. Just click on the link below.

The Wilderness Lodge FAQ (Part 6) Simbas and Tiggers and Humphreys OH MY! (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1710310)

KAT4DISNEY

05-08-2008, 03:01 PM

Thanks for the posting the pics Eliza61! From other threads it sounds like you had a great trip! Other than strollers. :eek: It's gone beyond a game for DH and I to avoid them - we always come back with bruises on our ankles and it's a look of fear on our faces when we see them bearing down on us!! :rotfl2:

PrincessSuzanne

05-08-2008, 06:20 PM

You are making me soooo "home"sick. I can hardly wait to stay again in December. Maybe I will go by for a visit next month, to show Dcousin (9) where we are staying, since she has never stayed there before.

Suzanne

doodlesmommy

05-11-2008, 10:40 AM

OK- I am only on page 6, so I still have a few more to go.

Does anyone know of a bunk bed room with a view of the castle? I know some rooms that have a view, but not sure if any of them have bunk beds

thanks!

We just returned and had a castle facing bunk bed room. It was room number 6016. We were able to watch wishes at night. It was truely amazing! It was a wooded view with a view of the castle right between two pine trees. I'll post pictures soon. I haven't had a chance to download onto the computer yet. I only took 860 pic. :scared1:

Camster0307

05-11-2008, 11:21 AM

We just returned and had a castle facing bunk bed room. It was room number 6016. We were able to watch wishes at night. It was truely amazing! It was a wooded view with a view of the castle right between two pine trees. I'll post pictures soon. I haven't had a chance to download onto the computer yet. I only took 860 pic. :scared1:

Can't wait to see your pictures!

Can't wait for our first stay at WL - 41 days to go!:banana: :banana: :banana:

Ranger1873

05-11-2008, 04:17 PM

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Wilderness-Lodge-8.jpg

RazorFace83

05-12-2008, 12:33 AM

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk152/nandi118/IMG_0326.jpg

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk152/nandi118/IMG_0327.jpg

Ragnrok23

05-12-2008, 08:42 AM

We just returned and had a castle facing bunk bed room. It was room number 6016. We were able to watch wishes at night. It was truely amazing! It was a wooded view with a view of the castle right between two pine trees. I'll post pictures soon. I haven't had a chance to download onto the computer yet. I only took 860 pic. :scared1:

Thank you!:banana:

I can't wait to see some of the pics. Did you request that room, or just get the luck of the draw?

Ranger1873

05-12-2008, 04:58 PM

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Wilderness-Lodge-Boat-Hire.jpg

DizneyNutz

05-12-2008, 06:05 PM

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Wilderness-Lodge-Boat-Hire.jpg

Thanks for posting your wonderful pictures and you as well razorface 83. When were you both there? We love the WL as do many others posting here. Hope you both had a magical stay there.:thumbsup2

Ranger1873

05-13-2008, 03:41 PM

Hi DizneyNutz,

Glad you like the photos.

We first went in 2000, the following year we went to the AKL and realised we much preferred the WL. We liked it that much we've been every year since, we're heading back there in June this year, staying at the Villas at the WL. :goodvibes

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Wilderness_Lodge_Lobby2.jpg

Claire&TheBoys

05-13-2008, 04:05 PM

I can't stay away from this thread! You guys are not doing me any favors - I told my husband to just tell me NO so I could quit thinking about moving to WL for free dining. It would be $913.50 more total for 7 nights for the woods bunk-bed room. That's a lot of money, but I keep telling myself how nice it would be have a queen bed for us, and bunk beds for the boys. How nice it would be to sit on the balcony after we put the boys to bed. How nice the boat to the MK would be, and we could take the boat to CR and monorail to Epcot if we wanted. I keep telling myself that it's not worth $900+ to get 30 more square feet.

My husband says if we upgrade to WL, we'd never want to stay at a lesser resort again. He's probably right. :(

I must quit checking this thread!

CR Resort Fan 4 Life

05-13-2008, 04:11 PM

Subscribing to the thread.

Hunny

05-13-2008, 04:12 PM

GO FOR IT!
We normally stay at a value and decided, you know what? Why not! We never do anything nice for us, always working and pay bills work and pay bills. This is a vacation and i want to FEEL like i am on vacation. I think the WL will take care of that for me! Life IS short....If you can do it...I say do it!

Camster0307

05-13-2008, 05:03 PM

Hi DizneyNutz,

Glad you like the photos.

We first went in 2000, the following year we went to the AKL and realised we much preferred the WL. We liked it that much we've been every year since, we're heading back there in June this year, staying at the Villas at the WL. :goodvibes

Hey - we're checking into the VWL in June also - 22nd-27th. Maybe I'll bump into you out taking pix of the place!

jjbescher

05-13-2008, 05:17 PM

Here are some pictures taken 5/13 at the Villas.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0173.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0154-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0127.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0123.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0124.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0125.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0126.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0128.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0129.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0130.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0131.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0132.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0133.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0134.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0135.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0136.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0137.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0138.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0139.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0140.jpg

More coming
jon

jjbescher

05-13-2008, 05:18 PM

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0141.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0142.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0143.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0144.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0145.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0146.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0147.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0148.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0149.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0150.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0151.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0152.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0153.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0155.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0156.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0157.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0158.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0159.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0160.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0161.jpg

Still more to come.

jjbescher

05-13-2008, 05:20 PM

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0162.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0163.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0164.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0165.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0166.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0167.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0169.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0170.jpg

This is it for now. Will probably take pictures of the Lodge tomorrow.
jon

HERSEY

05-13-2008, 05:27 PM

Thank you for the pictures of the Villas. We will be staying there 7/1-7/8.

We loved the lodge I'm sure we will love the Villas

Luvmyfam3

05-13-2008, 05:48 PM

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5dc04b3127cceca27dd0cc06b00000016108AYtmjFq3btw e3nwQ
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5dc04b3127cceca27ea8e015a00000016108AYtmjFq3btw e3nwQ
From the roof of the Contemporary
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5dc04b3127cceca2619c2e08b00000016108AYtmjFq3btw e3nwQ
One more picture of the totem pole! :)
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5dc04b3127cceca26ae47a0cd00000015138AYtmjFq3btw e3nwQ
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5dc04b3127cceca260939614800000016108AYtmjFq3btw e3nwQ
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Camster0307

05-13-2008, 05:58 PM

[QUOTE=Luvmyfam3;25090236From the roof of the Contemporary[/QUOTE]

This shot is gorgeous!:thumbsup2

diberry

05-13-2008, 06:05 PM

Wonderful pictures jjbescher - thank you very much - more, more , more please!! :yay:

jjbescher

05-13-2008, 06:09 PM

Wonderful pictures jjbescher - thank you very much - more, more , more please!! :yay:

I hope to have some soon for everyone. We are eating at Artist Point tonight and I will probably take some pictures as I am waiting.

jon

KAT4DISNEY

05-13-2008, 06:21 PM

I hope to have some soon for everyone. We are eating at Artist Point tonight and I will probably take some pictures as I am waiting.

jon

Take some pics of your food too if you get a chance - I never consider it too early to plan a mean at Artist Point! :rotfl: Your pictures are great! And thanks to Ranger 1873, RazorFace83, Luvmyfam3 and any others I missed. It always makes me happy to look at the WL pictures!:flower3:

Camster0307

05-13-2008, 06:24 PM

I hope to have some soon for everyone. We are eating at Artist Point tonight and I will probably take some pictures as I am waiting.

jon

Oh, yes, please take pics! We're eating there in June - love to hear what you think about it!

Muushka

05-13-2008, 08:35 PM

Wow! Another Wilderness Lodge subculture!!!:cool1: :yay:

JJ, loved the pictures. And the one of the fireplace in the Carolwood Pacific room (or whatever it is now!) really really shows the crookedness of it! Does that mantelpiece drive anyone other than JimmyTammy and us crazy???

I feel like I just took a tour. Thanks, I needed that.:goodvibes

jjbescher

05-14-2008, 06:45 AM

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0030.jpg
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http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0035.jpg
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http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0037.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0039.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0040.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0041.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0042.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0045.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0046.jpg
Here are some more pictures of the Villas. This is of the room. I will be uploading the pictures of Artist Point today. Sorry, I did not get any pictures of the food, but it was excellent.

jon

Camster0307

05-14-2008, 07:20 AM

Anxiously awaiting!popcorn::

jjbescher

05-14-2008, 07:44 AM

The signs out front.
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0007.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0009.jpg

View from Table
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0010.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0011.jpg

Menu
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/CSC_0016.jpg

Murals on Walls
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0012.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0013.jpg

Views from Artist Point Balcony
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0017.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0018.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0019.jpg
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http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0025.jpg

Hopefully, this helps.

jon

mickeymorse

05-14-2008, 08:55 AM

Thanks Jon. I needed an addiction fueling. Enjoy the rest of your trip. Can't wait for more pictures.

Timmbco

05-14-2008, 09:51 AM

If I check out of Club level @ 11:00, can I still use the lounge the rest of the day?

homeschoolmomof4

05-14-2008, 09:58 AM

Wow Jon! Thanks for feeding the addiction! Great pics! :goodvibes

desparatelydisney

05-14-2008, 10:26 AM

If I check out of Club level @ 11:00, can I still use the lounge the rest of the day?

We have don this with no problem - by the way, don't forget that you can request late checkout at 1pm for no extra charge (we have never been turned down, just ask the night before).

Dallas_Lady

05-14-2008, 11:49 AM

Thanks so much for posting all the wonderful pictures! And, thanks to DizneyNutz, DH is convinced that our next trip will be WL at Christmastime! It looks amazing!

Ranger1873

05-15-2008, 02:03 PM

Hey - we're checking into the VWL in June also - 22nd-27th. Maybe I'll bump into you out taking pix of the place!

Maybe. :)

We check in on the 9th and out on the 23rd. :goodvibes

Ranger1873

05-15-2008, 02:15 PM

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Wilderness-Lodge-Lobby-10.jpg

DizneyNutz

05-15-2008, 04:16 PM

Thanks so much for posting all the wonderful pictures! And, thanks to DizneyNutz, DH is convinced that our next trip will be WL at Christmastime! It looks amazing!

:cool1: :thumbsup2 :cool1: :thumbsup2 :cool1: :thumbsup2 We may see you there.

Ranger1873

05-16-2008, 01:05 PM

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/Wilderness-Lodge-View.jpg

mordux

05-16-2008, 03:49 PM

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm141/gookus/IM000122.jpg
http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm141/gookus/IM000095.jpg

jlcd

05-16-2008, 07:22 PM

Geyser with rainbow

http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x310/decapua94/100_4967.jpg

DizneyNutz

05-16-2008, 10:15 PM

Geyser with rainbow

http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x310/decapua94/100_4967.jpg

GREAT SHOT!:cool1:

SnowWitch

05-17-2008, 01:25 AM

We haven't stayed at the WL since 2000 when we purchased DVC. But we visited during our Pril trip and totally miss it so we booked it for 8 nights during free dining. I cannot wait. Thanks to everyone's great picks!!!

monty

05-17-2008, 02:49 AM

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d119/kobe2256/IMG_0989.jpg

monty

05-17-2008, 02:52 AM

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d119/kobe2256/2-01-2006-005.jpg

monty

05-17-2008, 02:55 AM

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d119/kobe2256/2-01-2006-004.jpg

monty

05-17-2008, 03:00 AM

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d119/kobe2256/IMG_0751-1.jpg

bigmoonmullen

05-17-2008, 04:47 AM

Great Pictures

jjbescher

05-17-2008, 08:26 AM

View from 3509 - Villas

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0110.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0111.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0112.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0113.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0114.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0115.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0116.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0117.jpg

jjbescher

05-17-2008, 08:31 AM

Entrance From Street
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0155-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0151-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0150-1.jpg

Geese On Right
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0154.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0153-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0152-1.jpg

From Behind the Sign
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0149-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0148-1.jpg

Guardhouse
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0147-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0146-1.jpg

jjbescher

05-17-2008, 08:33 AM

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0136-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0137-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0138-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0139-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0140-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0141-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0142-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0143-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0144-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0145-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0121.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0122.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0123-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0124-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0125-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0128-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0130-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0131-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0132-1.jpg
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c255/jjbescher/DisneyMay2008/DSC_0133-1.jpg

DisneyNDecember

05-17-2008, 11:28 AM

MinnieNurse

05-18-2008, 07:56 PM

Great photos jbescher!!!! This thread has REALLY taken off & I can't thank everyone enough for sharing their photos!!!! It has really fueled my WL addiction! How many more days until 11/30/08!???
:santa: :santa: :santa:

If it makes you feel any better you are closer than me. We dont go until 12/17 and I am pretty sure I am going to bust before then. I have already ordered the Christmas tree for our room from Peggy's Sweets, got my MVMCP tickets, and planned everything I can out-too early for ADR's, Candlelight Processional, and scheduling the sleigh ride so I am going crazy needing something to do.

Please post more pictures to keep me occupied for the next 7 months!!:eek:

:rolleyes1 :rolleyes1 :rolleyes1
:santa: :santa: :santa:

DizneyNutz

05-18-2008, 08:38 PM

Great photos jbescher!!!! This thread has REALLY taken off & I can't thank everyone enough for sharing their photos!!!! It has really fueled my WL addiction! How many more days until 11/30/08!???
:santa: :santa: :santa:

Looks like we will be there around the same timeframe. Look forward to seeing your pictures of the WL. We will have some new then also.:cool1:

ameraumi

05-18-2008, 09:44 PM

Thank you all for sharing the pics! I will be "home" in 2.5 weeks and cannot wait to share mine when I get back!:goodvibes

DisneyNDecember

05-19-2008, 08:04 AM

If it makes you feel any better you are closer than me. We dont go until 12/17 and I am pretty sure I am going to bust before then. I have already ordered the Christmas tree for our room from Peggy's Sweets, got my MVMCP tickets, and planned everything I can out-too early for ADR's, Candlelight Processional, and scheduling the sleigh ride so I am going crazy needing something to do.

Please post more pictures to keep me occupied for the next 7 months!!:eek:

:rolleyes1 :rolleyes1 :rolleyes1
:santa: :santa: :santa:

Wow, I love a good planner!!! Us OCD folks have to stick together!:)
You are ahead of me, I checked out the Christmas trees from Peggy's Sweets, way too cute !!!! And I have yet to buy my MVMCP tickets yet, we will be going 12/02/08 for that!!!:banana: I better get to work!!
:santa: :santa: :santa:

JimR24

05-19-2008, 08:16 AM

Come on September. We leave on the 13th. I can't wait!

MomtoGKC

05-19-2008, 11:14 AM

For months I tried to not look at this thread. I didn't want to see all these beautiful pictures and then be disappointed when we got there. But this was one hotel that was actually even better in person than in the pictures!! I haven't looked at all the pictures so I'll only post my flower bed pictures. (I live in FL and wanted to remember what kinds of flowers grow well in this heat!)

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee17/veeklennon/IMG_4822.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee17/veeklennon/IMG_4821.jpg

KayLuvsMickey

05-19-2008, 11:23 AM

I hope this isn't a stupid question, but I just read a PP, that said the bunk bed room has a queen bed in it. Is this true? I thought is was a full size.

Queen or Full, that is the question?!

:goodvibes

MomtoGKC

05-19-2008, 11:57 AM

MomtoGKC

05-19-2008, 11:59 AM

OK - I can't help myself, here are some more from last week...

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee17/veeklennon/IMG_4799.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee17/veeklennon/IMG_4800.jpg

Welsh

05-19-2008, 12:33 PM

I probably won't be able to afford the Wilderness Lodge for a long time, but I'm absolutely salivating over these pictures! It's rustic, but whimsical at the same time. Give me this one over the Grand Floridian any day! :goodvibes

TylerAggie

05-25-2008, 08:38 AM

Thanks for all of the wonderful pictures. My DD6 and I have looked at the entire thread. We leave in 1 week for our first Disneyworld trip and will be staying at WL with a bunkbed room.:cool1: Maybe I can actually post some pictures when we return. Thanks Again, the pictures really help bring on the excitement for our trip.

KELLY

05-25-2008, 01:44 PM

Great photo's. We stayed at the Wl once in 2004 I think it is time for a return trip.

momjkm

05-25-2008, 04:59 PM

Does anyone have a pic of an area on the second floor (overlooks lobby/courtyard), real quiet and cozy? this area does exist or only in my memory? will be there in 8 weeks :)!
Jill

NEVERENOUGHWDW

05-25-2008, 05:05 PM

Great photo's. We stayed at the Wl once in 2004 I think it is time for a return trip.

Off Topic..DH & I stayed in Wells Mains last year! Hi!

DizneyNutz

05-25-2008, 05:27 PM

Does anyone have a pic of an area on the second floor (overlooks lobby/courtyard), real quiet and cozy? this area does exist or only in my memory? will be there in 8 weeks :)!
Jill

It exists. We have explored (admittedly, the DH has done more than myself) every little spot at WL. I am thinking that the area you reference to, is at the second story of the main lodge. If you take the staircase by WCC, and go through the glass doors, I think you'll be right where you remember. Sofa, fireplace, quiet. WONDERFUL place to just snuggle up and enjoy the whole atmosphere.

NEVERENOUGHWDW

05-25-2008, 05:32 PM

Does anyone have a pic of an area on the second floor (overlooks lobby/courtyard), real quiet and cozy? this area does exist or only in my memory? will be there in 8 weeks :)!
Jill

It's there, often you can't go there it is one of the spots for intimate weddings.

momjkm

05-25-2008, 06:46 PM

No.. not an areas big enough for wedding..
Jill

DizneyNutz

05-25-2008, 07:33 PM

Does anyone have a pic of an area on the second floor (overlooks lobby/courtyard), real quiet and cozy? this area does exist or only in my memory? will be there in 8 weeks :)!
Jill

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_3049.jpg

bigbabyblues

05-25-2008, 07:34 PM

If it makes you feel any better you are closer than me. We dont go until 12/17 and I am pretty sure I am going to bust before then. I have already ordered the Christmas tree for our room from Peggy's Sweets, got my MVMCP tickets, and planned everything I can out-too early for ADR's, Candlelight Processional, and scheduling the sleigh ride so I am going crazy needing something to do.

Please post more pictures to keep me occupied for the next 7 months!!:eek:

:rolleyes1 :rolleyes1 :rolleyes1
:santa: :santa: :santa:

You're closer than I am! We don't get to stay at the WL until August 2009.....going this year but staying at ASMu. We will be visiting the WL for dinner and to see the Christmas decorations tho.......

SpaceGirl

05-25-2008, 07:41 PM

Does anyone have a pic of an area on the second floor (overlooks lobby/courtyard), real quiet and cozy? this area does exist or only in my memory? will be there in 8 weeks :)!
Jill

Jill

The area I think you are asking about is located just over the front doors but technically it's on the 4th floor. The photo below was posted here on the Wilderness Lodge Photo Thread by DizneyNutz

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b8dc07b3127cceb5fce1d757ac00000026101AbNGbJs0cMS
Photo by DizneyNutz

Sawx04

05-25-2008, 07:50 PM

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_3049.jpg

Favorite place at the Lodge to read a book or newspaper.

NEVERENOUGHWDW

05-25-2008, 08:48 PM

No.. not an areas big enough for wedding..
Jill

That means a wedding for just the couple or maybe the couple & 2 others.
So if you are "asking" about the intimate area that faces the courtyard of the Lodge that is where intimate weddings are held.
It is called Sunrise Terrace.

iloveftwilderness

05-26-2008, 10:31 AM

Thanks for all the great photos. DisneyNut, you should be a photographer- if you aren't already. This thread has become my addicition as well.:rotfl2:

SpaceGirl

05-26-2008, 10:50 AM

Click on the link below for photos of Sunrise Terrace: (located on 4th floor overlooking the Inner Courtyard)

Sunrise Terrrace (http://www.tazfoto.com/webhtml/sunrise.htm)

DizneyNutz

05-26-2008, 01:34 PM

Thanks for all the great photos. DisneyNut, you should be a photographer- if you aren't already. This thread has become my addicition as well.:rotfl2:

A mere novice in the photography world, but thanks for the compliment. :goodvibes

momjkm

05-26-2008, 02:24 PM

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_3049.jpg

Favorite place at the Lodge to read a book or newspaper.

yes that is it!

markrhondab

06-01-2008, 12:57 AM

back to the top:thumbsup2

tjl1388

06-01-2008, 01:04 AM

Sunset from the beach...
http://tjl1388.smugmug.com/photos/260020538_AZo6g-L-1.jpg

The Main House
http://tjl1388.smugmug.com/photos/260019738_rTz6e-L-1.jpg

The Boat Dock
http://tjl1388.smugmug.com/photos/260021564_B8PaH-L-1.jpg

TPCShauna

06-01-2008, 04:01 AM

There is a sleigh ride too??? We are going Dec. 7-Dec. 13 and have a bunkbed courtyard view at the WL. It will be my 6 year olds first trip to Disney. I am just loving the Christmas pic's!!! Does anybody have more? I can't wait to get there!!!!!

We're doing WL CY Dec. 7-14. Here's hoping for a wonderful trip for us both!

I know people are starting to get tired of my photos, so SOMEONE better start posting, because we love this thread and want to keep it going.:cool1:

I don't think there is any way that we could EVER get tired of your amazingly gorgeous photos!

Thank you for sharing them.

DizneyNutz

06-01-2008, 07:21 AM

[QUOTE=tjl1388;25432250]Sunset from the beach...
http://tjl1388.smugmug.com/photos/260020538_AZo6g-L-1.jpg

You mean a sunrise, don't you.:thumbsup2

MAGICinMYHEART

06-01-2008, 09:33 AM

DizneyNutz

That's so funny, when I saw the photo I said... Opps that would be sunrise. Beautiful photo

Beckie

figarofan

06-01-2008, 09:36 AM

Sunset, sunrise...it is beautiful. What gorgeous photos in this thread.

DizneyNutz

06-01-2008, 09:39 AM

DizneyNutz

That's so funny, when I saw the photo I said... Opps that would be sunrise.

Beckie

It is still a great shot however (and I failed to mention that to tjl1388). I wish DW and I were there right now:thumbsup2 But looking forward to December:cool1:

DizneyNutz

06-01-2008, 09:41 AM

Sunset, sunrise...it is beautiful. What gorgeous photos in this thread.

That means a new day is beginning in the land of MAGIC:cool1:

figarofan

06-01-2008, 09:51 AM

I like your thinking! :)

DizneyNutz

06-01-2008, 10:08 AM

We're doing WL CY Dec. 7-14. Here's hoping for a wonderful trip for us both!
I don't think there is any way that we could EVER get tired of your amazingly gorgeous photos!

Thank you for sharing them.

:blush: :blush: You are way too kind. Looks like we will be there the week before you. I will try to leave you something to photograph :rotfl: Last trip I got a little carried away with my new camera. Just be glad this thread was Wilderness Lodge specific, because I really could have bored everyone with the other 1500 pictures :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

MAGICinMYHEART

06-01-2008, 10:25 AM

My next trip is this October a few days before our stay over at BWV for the Food & Wine Festival.

DizneyNutz Looks like I will miss you too, I have booked Decemebr 12-18, 2008 this year. TPCShauna maybe we can have a mini-DIS-meet at the Territory Lounge one evening.

Beckie

MAGICinMYHEART

06-01-2008, 10:40 AM

OMG :earseek: I went back to look at tjl1388's photo's because the three photo's that he posted had beautiful composition, there is a link in his siggie.

My Disney Shots.. http://tjl1388.smugmug.com/Disney The photography is amazing.

tjl1388

06-01-2008, 10:59 AM

Yes your right that is a sunrise.:rolleyes1

On that trip we added a day and had to stay at Yacht Club for our first night (oh the horror..) So to get our tickets dining and vehicle over to WL for the remainder of the the trip I took the car at around 6-7am.

We had to been to WL before to eat at WC but that had been late in the evening and we didn't get a chance to appreciate it. That place is amazing. We are DVC members and our next purchase of points will be at the WL Villas.

That place is amazing.

Thanks for the compliments MAGICinMYHEART that trip I just had "it".

TPCShauna

06-01-2008, 04:30 PM

:blush: :blush: You are way too kind. Looks like we will be there the week before you. I will try to leave you something to photograph :rotfl: Last trip I got a little carried away with my new camera. Just be glad this thread was Wilderness Lodge specific, because I really could have bored everyone with the other 1500 pictures :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

I'd love to see all of your pics. You have beautiful composition. We have a great photographer who visits the DIS scrapbooking board on occasion to share his wonderful photos. He even sometimes lets us borrow them. Have you ever considered allowing scrappers to borrow some of your pics to supplement? We'd be ever so grateful!

TPCShauna maybe we can have a mini-DIS-meet at the Territory Lounge one evening.

Beckie

I'd LOVE the chance to meet you after reading the Wilderness Lodge Info thread for months. We don't have specific plans for the evening of the 12th or 13th yet so cocktails would work well. Let's plan on it!

mskayjay

06-01-2008, 04:48 PM

Thank you for this post! Great shots! We will be there in Aug/Sept for our 25th. Does anyone have a photo of a king room? We're hoping to not get a double and have requested king but we have to wait till we get there I guess??????

we've dined at the resort before and walked around and it is just gorgeous. For those who mentioned staying at AKL instead of WL, I've stayed there and it is a phenomenal resort. That was my choice for this trip as well but DH wanted something different so WL it is! I know you'll love AKL and variety as they say........ lol

DizneyNutz

06-01-2008, 05:01 PM

I'd love to see all of your pics. You have beautiful composition. We have a great photographer who visits the DIS scrapbooking board on occasion to share his wonderful photos. He even sometimes lets us borrow them. Have you ever considered allowing scrappers to borrow some of your pics to supplement? We'd be ever so grateful!

I am definately not in the photography business and don't even consider myself that good. I just enjoy taking them for memories and sharing. I mostly only shoot Disney and Grandsons, so those that have asked in the past were given the green light:thumbsup2

Camster0307

06-01-2008, 05:16 PM

DisneyNDecember

06-01-2008, 05:49 PM

Wow, what great photos everyone !!! I love the photo of the beach! I sure wish I was there now, keep them coming!!!
:santa: :santa: :santa:

DizneyNutz

06-01-2008, 05:56 PM

We're checking into the VWL three weeks from today!:cool1: :hyper: :banana: :woohoo:

I'll be sure to take some pictures - although looking at this thread I'm wondering if there is anything left at the WL that HASN'T been photographed yet!:laughing:

Even if they are pictures of things already photographed, they still will be recent and from your perspective.:thumbsup2 Happy Shooting and remember we are waiting patiently!

IMDORY

06-02-2008, 10:34 PM

Ok-here are some of my different WL pics:
The beach/marina from the lake
http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee99/clongley_2007/WDW%20Christmas%202004/IMG_2185.jpg
Christmas Decorations on a CY view room
http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee99/clongley_2007/WDW%20Christmas%202004/IMG_2150.jpg
Our view from our room WLV Pool
http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee99/clongley_2007/WDW%20Christmas%202004/IMG_2124.jpg
Our view from our room WLV
http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee99/clongley_2007/WDW%20Christmas%202004/IMG_2122.jpg