Wilderness Lodge Photo Thread- Please feed my addiction!!

[mickeymorse]

Okay, here's a couple of shots from last week. Just a point and shoot camera as well.

http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg196/leaffan13/IMG_5135.jpg

http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg196/leaffan13/IMG_5017.jpg

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[twinklebug]

Top Dog, if I had that type/quantity of equipment, by the time I figured out what setup I should be using the image would be long gone.

Wow! No wonder my pictures stink. I don't have enough stuff. :rotfl:

Just kidding...It is not just stuff I lack. I'm just a point & shoot kind of girl. Don't have the photographic knowledge to know what to do with all that equipment anyway. :goodvibes


A good shot is 1% skill, 99% luck. I've gotten some amazing images with a simple kodak easyshare... (shocked me!) I just wish the resolutions were better. The old film cameras would allow you to zoom in seemingly indefinitely on the image if you did your own developing (so long as the focus was there). Don't worry about sun angles etc - logic will tell you one thing, while the camera tells another. The wonderful thing about the digital age is you can afford to just go with your feelings and re-try a shot as many times as you'd like.

[KeepSwimmingDory]

MM - Wish I was there right now. Thanks for posting your pics.

twinklebug - I agree--Digital rocks! Am I the only one who has a hard time deleting the bad ones? It is like a memory I hate to erase even if it didn't photograph well. I do take a ton of pictures and sometimes I get lucky. I really love to take pictures and often of odd things or signs some people wouldn't photograph. DH gets much better photos of the kids than I do.

[GoofyFairie]

MM - Wish I was there right now. Thanks for posting your pics.

twinklebug - I agree--Digital rocks! Am I the only one who has a hard time deleting the bad ones? It is like a memory I hate to erase even if it didn't photograph well. I do take a ton of pictures and sometimes I get lucky. I really love to take pictures and often of odd things or signs some people wouldn't photograph. DH gets much better photos of the kids than I do.

Same here! I have lots of fuzzy and blurry pics on the computer that I just can't delete. I too have the point and shoot easy share. Inside photos are really dark, but outside are usually beautiful. One of these days I'm going to figure out how to post photos and add some of my own WL shots.

[GoofyFairie]

topdog- I wouldn't have the faintest idea how to use all that stuff! LOL

mickeymorse- beautiful shots! I wish I was there now- I am soooo sick of snow being COLD!

[topdog]

Great pictures MM.

You are right. It not the camera that takes great pictures. It's the person behind the camera that takes great picture. P&S or DSLR...it's just a tool.

It used to bother me when people told me my picture are great and that I must have a good camera. WTH? Is that mean when I find people's cooking is great and they must have great pots and pans?? Dooh...

I switch to digital full time only a few years ago. Before that, I took film photography for over 25 years. Most of my lenses I have now can use on my film camera as well. If you look carefully on my gears, you can see there are couple of P&S mixed in as well. My first digital was Nikon Coolpix 900. I hated it. It was the first digital camera Nikon ever made. Shutter lag was horrible. I used it for a few weeks and put it away. Only took it out when I have too. DSLR makes photography a lot more easier. How you see the world behind that view finder is what matter.

Anyway, I am way off topic here. Let see some more WL pictures.

[DizneyNutz]

Great pictures MM.

You are right. It not the camera that takes great pictures. It's the person behind the camera that takes great picture. P&S or DSLR...it's just a tool.

It used to bother me when people told me my picture are great and that I must have a good camera. WTH? Is that mean when I find people's cooking is great and they must have great pots and pans?? Dooh...

I switch to digital full time only a few years ago. Before that, I took film photography for over 25 years. Most of my lenses I have now can use on my film camera as well. If you look carefully on my gears, you can see there are couple of P&S mixed in as well. My first digital was Nikon Coolpix 900. I hated it. It was the first digital camera Nikon ever made. Shutter lag was horrible. I used it for a few weeks and put it away. Only took it out when I have too. DSLR makes photography a lot more easier. How you see the world behind that view finder is what matter.

Anyway, I am way off topic here. Let see some more WL pictures.

The picture is in the framing (or memory if you will) but not everyone's camera captures it the same same way. I have no where near the equipment or experience with a camera you have (I am the definition of a novice), but I am still happy with the photos from our trips, as should be anyone taking pictures of their trip. Bottom line is capture what YOU are seeing on YOUR vacation, regardless of your camera capabilities. Also please share them:cool1:

[punkin413]

Thank you GoofyFairie. I am bringing every gear I have including the kitchen sink. Ha! Ha!

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Gears.jpg

i totally just drooled on my keyboard! :rotfl: i just pointed to that and told my hubby, "that's what i want!!!!" he just rolled his eyes at me. i then asked him what "those" were and he goes, "um.....those would be ipods." :rolleyes2 i have an ipod. i just thought you had some fancy macintosh camera equipment or something. :lmao:

[swald91]

Okay, here's a couple of shots from last week. Just a point and shoot camera as well.

http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg196/leaffan13/IMG_5135.jpg

http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg196/leaffan13/IMG_5017.jpg

http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg196/leaffan13/IMG_5119.jpg

Nice pics-they look alot like mine-we too were there last week & I remember the family of ducks!!!!!

[topdog]

i totally just drooled on my keyboard! :rotfl: i just pointed to that and told my hubby, "that's what i want!!!!" he just rolled his eyes at me. i then asked him what "those" were and he goes, "um.....those would be ipods." :rolleyes2 i have an ipod. i just thought you had some fancy macintosh camera equipment or something. :lmao:
Most of my gears were pretty aged. I am not sure they aren really that drool worthy. LOL... The only new addition here are the Nikon P80 and the remote shutter release. In fact, the lens I used to take this picture is 32 years old. It's a non CPU manual focus lens. Talk about antique.

[Ranger1873]

Thank you GoofyFairie. I am bringing every gear I have including the kitchen sink. Ha! Ha!

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Gears.jpg

Plus enough spare kit to take photos of your kit! :scared1:

[Ranger1873]

More From January 2009

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


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

[topdog]

Ranger, I like that boat dock picture. :thumbsup2

I am leaving at 6am tomorrow morning. Can't wait! :goofy:

[GoofyFairie]

Nice pics ranger1873. Man I wish I was there!

[saginaw]

We just got back from WL yesterday. I can't tell you how much I loved this resort! We stayed in 3034 and had a castle view and a hidden Mickey on our balcony! The weather was cold but it was better then home with the snow! I can now say that I get "it". I can see why people would return every year. Sadly, we will not be returning anytime soon. If and when we do, it will be to WL. And this time I would make the Lodge our main destination. Because it was our first time there as a family we concentrated on the parks. But, I could just stay at the Lodge and be perfectly happy!! I do have some sad news to report, all the ducklings are gone. By the end of our week the eagles had done what they do best. Even with all of us around the pool, they still swooped in. I will still check in to the thread and look at all the beautiful pictures! Thanks for all your help in picking WL!

[Steffiesunshine]

DH and I got back late Tuesday night from our 8 day stay at the WL. We stayed in room 5015, inner courtyard view. We had a great stay. Great service, loved our room, loved the transportation to the parks. Buses and boats quick and almost empty everyday. The weather was in the 80's until it rained on Thursday night, but we were at Cirque Du Soliel and ate at Raglan Rd, so the rain stopped by the time we were done. It then got colder...in the high 50's & 60's, then back to 70's by the time we left.

Thanks to all who helped us make this decision. Here are some photos from my trip. WARNING! I took a LOT of photos. Let me know when you have all had enough.


View from our room, 5015. This room is in the far wing of the hotel, on the Artist Point side. You can see the restaurant when looking right from our balcony. I was also suprised that on the fifth floor while walking to our room, there are little windows in the hallway which overlook the dining room of Artist Point.

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Photos of interior of room, including turn down service:
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Here's a window in our hallway. If you open up the shutters, you have a great view of MK, and Wishes. You can see the AstroOrbiter, and the castle, but it is behind some trees. I watched the fireworks from the window on 2 nights.

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4750.jpg
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[Steffiesunshine]

Here are some lobby photos:

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_5071.jpg
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Here are some photos of some cozy little common areas around the lodge. These are open to everyone:

Balcony on the fifth floor near the rear of the hotel looking over the courtyard and the larger balcony on the fourth floor rear. Great place to take photos and get that "bearface" room view:

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This is the area inside the 4th floor balcony:

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_5077.jpg


This is the common area with a fireplace on the 3rd and 4th floor in the front of the hotel, over the main entrance doors.

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4735.jpg
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Writing desks on the 4th floor at the front of the hotel:

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4738.jpg

This is the balcony at the front of the hotel, 3rd floor over and behind the carport area. This area was a little hard to find. You go up the staircase next to WCC, through the glass doors over the bridge in the front hallway, up a couple of stairs and out a small exit door on the right. No one was ever out here. I was told you can see Wishes, but it was behind the wall and you can only see a very small portion of fireworks. It was after being disappointed here that DH and I found that if you opened the shutters in our hallway on the 5th floor that you had a perfect view of Wishes.

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4732.jpg
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4730.jpg

[Steffiesunshine]

Sunrise from our balcony and at the lake. Caught the early boat to Contemporary and walked to MK for 8:05am breakfast at Crystal Palace.

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4942.jpg

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[mickeysmyboy]

Great pictures Steffiesunshine! Your sunrise pictures are awesome! Thanks so much for sharing!

[Planning fanatic mom]

Steffiesunshine,

These are great pics. Thank you so much. I still have over 4 months and the wait is killing me. I know I won't have enough time to explore the whole lodge. Thanks again, ANY MORE????

:)

[desparatelydisney]

You guys are making me homesick....and I am sitting on my own porch at my own house :rotfl2:

We had decided to do YC this next trip to save a little money (we are a family of 5 so we have to get 2 rooms or a deluxe), but seeing these pictures makes me wonder where else we can cut back to make it work.

Stormalong and walking to EPCOT is great, but there is just no place like WL!!

[DizneyNutz]

You guys are making me homesick....and I am sitting on my own porch at my own house :rotfl2:

We had decided to do YC this next trip to save a little money (we are a family of 5 so we have to get 2 rooms or a deluxe), but seeing these pictures makes me wonder where else we can cut back to make it work.

Stormalong and walking to EPCOT is great, but there is just no place like WL!!

Howdy neighbor! :thumbsup2 I am from NE North Carolina also. We live central NC now. The WL is the place for us! :thumbsup2 We are taking one our our grandsons on his first trip this year and can't wait for him to see Disney and the WL. :cool1: Wishing you and yours a MAGICAL trip.:thumbsup2

[desparatelydisney]

Howdy neighbor! :thumbsup2 I am from NE North Carolina also. We live central NC now. The WL is the place for us! :thumbsup2 We are taking one our our grandsons on his first trip this year and can't wait for him to see Disney and the WL. :cool1: Wishing you and yours a MAGICAL trip.:thumbsup2

So cool DisneyNutz (but totally OT)...I grew up in Wilson, DH in Greenville, but we have lived in Edenton for the last 10 yrs (and Currituck Co. before that).

Back to topic...I just made our May ressie for WL, so I'll be putting up pics then:cool1:

[mcrabeck]

Awesome pictures! Thanks for sharing!

[DizneyNutz]

So cool DisneyNutz (but totally OT)...I grew up in Wilson, DH in Greenville, but we have lived in Edenton for the last 10 yrs (and Currituck Co. before that).

Back to topic...I just made our May ressie for WL, so I'll be putting up pics then:cool1:

I graduated Currituck H.S.:cool1:

[tea pot]

Sunrise from our balcony and at the lake. Caught the early boat to Contemporary and walked to MK for 8:05am breakfast at Crystal Palace.

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4942.jpg

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4958.jpg

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http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4971.jpg

Steffiesunshine WOW THANKS SO MUCH :lovestruc
I JUST LOVE ....LOVE ....LOVE...YOUR PICS
I 'll have to find those hid-a-way places...on our next trip.... in December

[Nie0214]

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[darby888]

Let me know when you have all had enough.



Here's a window in our hallway. If you open up the shutters, you have a great view of MK, and Wishes. You can see the AstroOrbiter, and the castle, but it is behind some trees. I watched the fireworks from the window on 2 nights.

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4750.jpg
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4747.jpg[/QUOTE]

Wow! :woohoo: Thank you for the insightful pixs. And no, it's not enough.....more, paleessee!! :yay: :yay:

[DizneyNutz]

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DW especially liked these two.:thumbsup2 Thanks for posting.:cool1:

[darby888]

[QUOTE=Steffiesunshine;30165329]

This is the area inside the 4th floor balcony:

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_5077.jpg




Writing desks on the 4th floor at the front of the hotel:

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k53/steffiesunshine/IMG_4738.jpg


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Thank you, again. :flower3: Never seen these before either.... And while not so patiently waiting for my 1st stay @ WL, I've viewed alot, alot.

[DizneyNutz]

My post didn't include the other photo I was referring to even though it was included in the quote.:confused3 Anyway great photos and thanks for sharing!:cool1:

[desparatelydisney]

I graduated Currituck H.S.:cool1:

How funny...My first job was in Virginia Beach but DH REFUSED to move to Virginia (sorry Virginians but he's a Carolina boy thru and thru) so we lived in Maple for about 4 years. You have to go to Disney World to meet someone who knows where Maple, NC is :lmao:

Oh well, guess I can't hijack the thread without adding a pic of my own...our view from our room last May...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/dwightandmm/100_2146.jpg

[AussieAngel]

I have a squillion photos of the WL from our January trip! :)

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_8799.jpg

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More in a second!!

[AussieAngel]

Some more...

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[AussieAngel]

Our room! A king bed room in the Bear Face area, on level 5! Woohooo!! We loved it!

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Our cute carved animals on the top of our bedposts!

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[AussieAngel]

Our balcony...

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The view from our balcony. Straight ahead...

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Looking to the left...

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Looking to the right...

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All the towel animals we received during our stay!! Yay!

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The view of the lobby from our room...

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[AussieAngel]

The pool area - just beautiful!! We had so much fun in the pool. :thumbsup2

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The pool bar...

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The hot tubs...

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[AussieAngel]

Pretty!

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The geyser (not going off!)...

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_1172.jpg

The walkway to the boats...

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_1175.jpg

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_1173.jpg

The jetty...

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_1174.jpg

The boat!

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_9691.jpg

[AussieAngel]

The beach...

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_1178.jpg

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_8962.jpg

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_1188.jpg

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_1187.jpg

Wilderness Lodge at night...

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_9860.jpg

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_9862.jpg

http://i650.photobucket.com/albums/uu228/JulesyC81/Wilderness%20Lodge/IMG_9865.jpg

That's all for now! :banana:

[DizneyNutz]

The one is especially cool with the Rainbow Halo. Not sure what caused that, but it is pretty cool. It even looks like they (colors of the rainbow) are all there (ROY G. BIV). Thanks for sharing all of your pics.:thumbsup2

[Planning fanatic mom]

AussieAngel: Thanks so much for the pics. They are amazing. I want to be there now!!!!!

[KeepSwimmingDory]

WOW thanks for all the new pics posted here. I have been away and what a nice surprise to come back to.

Great pictures everyone! :thumbsup2

Welcome back to all those who just returned from WDW and to those who are there--Have a magical trip :pixiedust:

[topdog]

I just came back from WL this afternoon. I already started a trip report (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2092475) if you are interest it. Here are a few quick one I just processed. There are plenty more in the next few weeks.

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Outside/_DIS4933.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS4973.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS6118.jpg

[KeepSwimmingDory]

I just came back from WL this afternoon. I already started a trip report (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2092475) if you are interest it. Here are a few quick one I just processed. There are plenty more in the next few weeks.

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS4973.jpg


Love this one. I just discovered recently how much I like hallway shots (especially when done by a great photographer).

Heading over to read your report! Can't wait to see more. popcorn::

[GoofyFairie]

I have been waiting to see your pics topdog! Awesome! I'll be checking out your trip report too!

[WDW123]

http://z.about.com/d/hotels/1/0/w/-/2/animal_kingdom.jpg
http://www.mickeypath.com/id/1240286378.jpg
('http://www.mickeypath.com/'):cool1:

[3BlessingsBowtique]

this is my fave so far since we live in CO

[topdog]

I just want to throw in a few more shots for the night.

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS4984.jpg
http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Outside/_DIS4951.jpg
http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Outside/_DIS4956.jpg

[Nicole786]

Amazing shots!!! I just booked the WL, its real!! I cant wait to be there!

[DisneyNDecember]

I always love the photos of the boat dock!!!! How many more days until Dec 10, 2009???? I just joined TourGuide Mike & am getting lots of useful hints for our next trip !!!

I LOVED sitting on the boat dock in Dec 2008 with my son watching the Electric Water Pageant, what a great place to make wonderful memories !!
:santa: :santa: :santa:

[blossomz]

Beautiful beautiful photos!! Thanks for sharing!:cloud9:

[tea pot]

topdog
Love the night pictures of the dock...
It's one of my favorite places at VWL ...esp very early in the Morning :lovestruc

[Mrsdisneyb2b]

Wow howbeautiful thosepictures are!
I cant wait till my HM now at WL! Keep those pictures coming!!

[momjkm]

Hello all--- playing around on the computer--- not doing what I am suppose to be doing :rotfl2: but disney daydreaming--- I am going in June--- third time at WL--- why do I keep returning?? not sure but I do...just looking at the pics (most of which I have in scrapbook after scrapbook lol) is a sense of peace...
Ok... I do actually have a question... has anyone done the WL photo shoot? If dh and dd join ds and myself in June, Iwant to do this... Is there a thread that I couldn't find with pics peopel did at WL on the photo shoot?
thanks Jill

[KeepSwimmingDory]

Hi momjkm. I totally understand!

Here are some beautiful family photos DisneyNutzy posted on the WLV's groupie thread that were done recently. Starting with post 915

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2045682&page=61

I haven't seen a thread specific to the WL photoshoot but if there is one I hope someone will post it. :goodvibes

[Planning fanatic mom]

Do these resort photoshoots cost more money, or are they part of the photopass? If you have to book them, how long ahead should I book it?

[Jupiter&Wolfe]

Hate to ask, but does anyone have any standard view pics of A WL room here?

I've been looking through the thread but haven't had much luck---and it's time consuming to go page after page! (Though it helps to have other beautiful photographs to look at while hunting! :goodvibes )

[DisneyNDecember]

Hate to ask, but does anyone have any standard view pics of A WL room here?

I've been looking through the thread but haven't had much luck---and it's time consuming to go page after page! (Though it helps to have other beautiful photographs to look at while hunting! :goodvibes )

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1941097

http://allears.net/acc/g_wl.htm

:santa: :santa: :santa:

[JoAnnPan]

Some photo's from my trip in Feb:

View from our courtyard room #3005 - loved it! Thanks to Ben at the front desk - he was awesome in helping us out.

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_4290-1.jpg

Thanks to our Mousekeeper Luz...not a day went by without a suprise when we came back to our room - even had one on our door handle one night :goodvibes :

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_4988-1.jpg
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_4715-1.jpg
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_4721-1.jpg
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e358/JoAnnPan/100_4830-1.jpg

[Jupiter&Wolfe]

Thanks DisneyNDecember!

[boBQuincy]

http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/wl_4834_2_3.jpg

[GoofyFairie]

http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/wl_4834_2_3.jpg

Gorgeous!

[KAT4DISNEY]

Great pictures everyone! I hadn't checked on this thread for several weeks - it's great to see all the beautiful new photos. We're scheduled for VWL in Nov. Can't wait!!!!! :banana:

[Stargazer]

View from our room #6115:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/secrease731/Disney - August 2008/Wilderness Lodge/100_3852.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/secrease731/Disney - August 2008/Wilderness Lodge/CourtyardView.jpg

New tradition for us:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/secrease731/Disney - August 2008/Wilderness Lodge/Humphrey.jpg

A few random shots:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/secrease731/Disney - August 2008/Wilderness Lodge/099.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/secrease731/Disney - August 2008/Wilderness Lodge/097.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/secrease731/Disney - August 2008/Wilderness Lodge/Pond.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/secrease731/Disney - August 2008/Wilderness Lodge/GeyserErupting.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/secrease731/Disney - August 2008/Wilderness Lodge/100_4164.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/secrease731/Disney - August 2008/Wilderness Lodge/100_4166.jpg

[PolynesianAlex]

I took this when I was at WL in 2005. Hope you like it.
http://www.fideela.com/vwtopdog/Photos/Disney/Wilderness_BEV.jpg


NO way is that twice the size of Manahttan,
Thats MASSIVE

[Bvcbell]

NO way is that twice the size of Manahttan,
Thats MASSIVESo cool! Where were you standing?

[DonaldDoleWhip]

So cool! Where were you standing?
I didn't take that pic, but it's from parasailing on Bay Lake (available at CR)

[topdog]

So cool! Where were you standing?

I took that picture. This is how I did it.

http://www.fideela.com/vwtopdog/Photos/Disney/Parasailing.jpg

[KeepSwimmingDory]

JoAnnPan, boBQuincy, and Stargazer - Great pics! Thanks for sharing. I have some from my latest trip to share too.

Driving up--excitement builds!
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8440.jpg

Be on the lookout for bears:
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8020.jpg

the ducks waiting to greet us:
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8437.jpg

We're here!
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8030-1.jpg

Bus stop
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8028-1.jpg
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8040-1.jpg

Walkway from bus
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8042-1.jpg

Walkway to the Villas
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8046-1.jpg

Entrance to Villas
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7901.jpg

Lobby of the Villas
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7989.jpg

We were in room 1550 in the Villas - looking out the patio door


looking left
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8417.jpg

looking straight ahead
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8418.jpg

looking right
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8419.jpg

our patio
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8420.jpg

[desparatelydisney]

KeepSwimmingDory - Thanks for the VWL pics! We don't get to see those much.

[topdog]

Yay!!! Great pics KSD. I guess they finished the construction at the VWL lobby. It was completely covered up when I was there. :(

[KeepSwimmingDory]

Thanks. Remember I am not a photographer--only a tourist. :rotfl2:

I didn't see any construction topdog. Here are a few more from VWL.

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7934.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7954-1.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7951-1.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7944.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7950.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7993.jpg

[LVSWL]

Thank you for these!!! Only 15 more days for me!! Yippee!!!:cool1:

[twinklebug]

Thank you for the great VWL pics Dory... you're making me "home"sick - think I have a case of addonitis coming on.

[wdwgirl03]

Subscribing, we are going to be staying at the Wilderness Lodge Villas for the first time in August...I've always wanted to stay there so I am super excited! :goodvibes :cool1: I love all these pictures! (ok, I've only gotten through the first 5 pages but they're making me want to be there now!).

I've got a few to contribute myself. We ate at WCC on our trip in December so we got to visit.
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v1639/193/8/20305212/n20305212_34376184_3906.jpg

http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v1639/193/8/20305212/n20305212_34376199_8730.jpg

http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v1639/193/8/20305212/n20305212_34376186_4588.jpg

http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v1639/193/8/20305212/n20305212_34376189_5646.jpg

[DizneyNutz]

Thanks. Remember I am not a photographer--only a tourist. :rotfl2:

I didn't see any construction topdog. Here are a few more from VWL.

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7934.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7954-1.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7951-1.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7944.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7950.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7993.jpg

Great shots:thumbsup2 You are capturing every aspect of the WL.:cool1: Thanks for sharing. We can't wait to take our grandson this year!

[DizneyNutz]

Subscribing, we are going to be staying at the Wilderness Lodge Villas for the first time in August...I've always wanted to stay there so I am super excited! :goodvibes :cool1: I love all these pictures! (ok, I've only gotten through the first 5 pages but they're making me want to be there now!).

I've got a few to contribute myself. We ate at WCC on our trip in December so we got to visit.
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v1639/193/8/20305212/n20305212_34376184_3906.jpg

http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v1639/193/8/20305212/n20305212_34376199_8730.jpg

http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v1639/193/8/20305212/n20305212_34376186_4588.jpg

http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v1639/193/8/20305212/n20305212_34376189_5646.jpg

And thanks for sharing your photos. We hope you have the most MAGICAL trip on your next stay.pixiedust: pixiedust: pixiedust: pixiedust: pixiedust:

[KeepSwimmingDory]

wdwgirl03 - Thanks for sharing your pictures. Good ones! Hope you enjoy your VWL trip in August!

[Mrsdisneyb2b]

Those are beautiful! Great updates!

[Lisa P.]

Just found this thread while looking for info about an upcoming trip, our first stay at the Villas at WL. Wow, WOW, WOW!!! The photos are absolutely amazing!!! Thank you all so MUCH for sharing them. :thanks: A couple questions...

I realize any fireworks visible from WL would just be whatever could be seen above the treetops. There's a photo taken from a hallway window near room 5015 (post #1266). But does anyone have a photo of any fireworks, taken outdoors, maybe from an open public balcony or from the beach, marina, pools or other common areas at WL?

The sunrise pics and foggy lake photos are truly exceptional! :thumbsup2 Are there any public area from which to watch a pretty sunset at this resort? Anyone have a pretty picture of a sunset here?

Lastly, are there any hammocks at WL? Photo, please? :goodvibes TIA!!!

[DizneyNutz]

Just found this thread while looking for info about an upcoming trip, our first stay at the Villas at WL. Wow, WOW, WOW!!! The photos are absolutely amazing!!! Thank you all so MUCH for sharing them. :thanks: A couple questions...

I realize any fireworks visible from WL would just be whatever could be seen above the treetops. There's a photo taken from a hallway window near room 5015 (post #1266). But does anyone have a photo of any fireworks, taken outdoors, maybe from an open public balcony or from the beach, marina, pools or other common areas at WL?

The sunrise pics and foggy lake photos are truly exceptional! :thumbsup2 Are there any public area from which to watch a pretty sunset at this resort? Anyone have a pretty picture of a sunset here?

Lastly, are there any hammocks at WL? Photo, please? :goodvibes TIA!!!

As you can see these photos were taken from the driveway into the WL. The better view would be from going inside and going up one floor. There is a balcony right behind the driveport. If you know the time of the fireworks, be up there and you can view them from the right side of the balcony.:thumbsup2

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5894a.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5890a.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5878a.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5852a.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5905a.jpg

[mef78]

Hi all! We just finished uploading all of our pics to the image galleries at our WL site: WL Image Galleries (http://www.wildernesslodgesite.com/image)

[DisneyNDecember]

Hi all! We just finished uploading all of our pics to the image galleries at our WL site: WL Image Galleries (http://www.wildernesslodgesite.com/image)


LOVE your site !!! Thanks for sharing it !!! Great info & photos !!:santa::santa::santa:

[KeepSwimmingDory]

mef78 - thanks for sharing the site--lots of great pictures!

Here is a cozy spot in VWL:
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7657.jpg

[KeepSwimmingDory]

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7999.jpg

[missypaws]

where are the rooms for club level if you want inner courtyard? How about bear face? I am thinking that cy views are better than CL courtyard. What is your take? Thanks for the hel;p. Going in August.:)

[luv2plan]

Does anyone have pictures from inside the villas rooms? I am considering either WL Deluxe
or WL 1 br Villa, but haven't seen any pictures from inside the rooms.

Thanks! & Happy planning! :banana:

[Carol'sDisney]

OK, I've searched for an hour and can't seem to find any - does anyone have photos of the Deluxe rooms (Jr. Suite, or whatever they are called now)? I need to see if I want to fork out the extra $$$$. Thanks!

[KeepSwimmingDory]

http://allears.net/acc/g_wl.htm

There are pictures on Allears.net of the junior suite. The standard room photos are from 2007 before the renovation, but the Junior Suite are newer photos.

Hope that helps!

[KeepSwimmingDory]

Does anyone have pictures from inside the villas rooms? I am considering either WL Deluxe
or WL 1 br Villa, but haven't seen any pictures from inside the rooms.

Thanks! & Happy planning! :banana:

Here's the pictures of the villas on allears.net

http://allears.net/acc/g_wlv.htm

There are quite a few. We just stayed in a studio, but I didn't take any room pictures before the kids messed it up. :upsidedow

[Ranger1873]

Does anyone have pictures from inside the villas rooms? I am considering either WL Deluxe
or WL 1 br Villa, but haven't seen any pictures from inside the rooms.

Thanks! & Happy planning! :banana:

These are from Room 4530:


http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/PICT1073.jpg


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

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




Lobby

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/P1010742.jpg

[Ranger1873]

A Few More Of VWL Room 4530.

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/PICT1263.jpg


http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/PICT1265.jpg


http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s218/Ranger1873/Wilderness%20Lodge/PICT1266.jpg

[KeepSwimmingDory]

More from the villas and bus stop area. Hopefully no duplicates of what I posted before.

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_7998.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8040-2.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8042-2.jpg

http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/keepswimmingdory/100_8049-1.jpg

[Disneymomma41304]

I have been to all the sites available & seen tons of photos of Wilderness Lodge, inside & out, but I still can't get enough. :surfweb:
I am obsessed!! My son (age 12) & I will be finally staying at our dream resort this year from 11-30 to 12-7-08. We have always stayed at Pop Century, Caribbean Beach, or the All Star Music/Movies Resort. I have always DREAMED of staying at the Wilderness Lodge & when my dad passed away a few years ago (only 56 years of age), I figured that life is way too short & I have decided to "splurge" this year & go for it. This is not easy for a single mom on a budget, but I know this is probably the most beautiful resort during Christmas time, my favorite time of the year!:santa: I have looked at all the photos on the All Ears Net, the photos on the threads on the DIS boards, but I just can't get enough, so I thought I would start a thread for just Wilderness Lodge Photos- all of the resort. I want room photos, bathroom photos, refrigerator photos, shower photos, pool photos, Whispering Canyon photos, etc......
We don't have to discuss best room requests, check in, or anything like that, JUST BRING ON THE PHOTOS !!!!!! Thank you to anyone that posts photos to feed my obsession. :santa: :santa: :santa:

I am a Single Mom on a budget and I agree on the "splurge"!! We are leaving in 1 week for our 2nd trip to the Lodge and for the rest of my life will cherish the memories we make.!!!!

[Grendalynn]

Awww! I am soo happy and sooo sad looking at all the great WL pictures!! :wizard::guilty:We stayed there exactly a year ago and I am missing it sooo badly! We were there 4/1-4/8/08 last year.... I have been driving my husband crazy all week by randomly saying EVERY day: "Guess where we were a year ago today!? Wilderness Lodge! And we went to such and such park and ate at such and such restaurant that night!" We plan to (Ok, I plan to) watch our family videos from our trip last year - it should send my Disboard addiction into overdrive, but thats OK! We had such an amazing time and sooo very much loved the Wilderness Lodge, its what makes us keep wanting to go back!

:surfweb:Thanks for "listening" to my rant - just had to share with all my fellow WL/WDW enthusiasts out there!!

[matt&jakesmom]

Awww! I am soo happy and sooo sad looking at all the great WL pictures!! :wizard::guilty:We stayed there exactly a year ago and I am missing it sooo badly! We were there 4/1-4/8/08 last year.... I have been driving my husband crazy all week by randomly saying EVERY day: "Guess where we were a year ago today!? Wilderness Lodge! And we went to such and such park and ate at such and such restaurant that night!" We plan to (Ok, I plan to) watch our family videos from our trip last year - it should send my Disboard addiction into overdrive, but thats OK! We had such an amazing time and sooo very much loved the Wilderness Lodge, its what makes us keep wanting to go back!

:surfweb:Thanks for "listening" to my rant - just had to share with all my fellow WL/WDW enthusiasts out there!!

We are going for the 1st time in September. Anything particular that you would recommend that we do at WL. I really want to take it "all" in.
Thanks.

[Grendalynn]

We are going for the 1st time in September. Anything particular that you would recommend that we do at WL. I really want to take it "all" in.
Thanks.

I think "taking it all in" is the most fun part! WL is so amazing - the arcitecture, the themeing, the ambiance, landscaping, cast members - you name it. Its a total package! I was sure that we spent as much time there as possible so that we could soak it all in and really enjoy the resort as much as the parks, restaurants and everything else that is Disney!

My boys loved the pool, playing and hanging out in the lobby, running on the beach, walking the grounds and just experiencing as many parts of the property as possible. The Electrial Light Show Pagent on the lake has always been a favorite in my family since I was little. We never miss it! We did not take part in the flag flying or guided tours, but wish we had!

Whispering Canyon is one of our most favorite experiences at WL. Its so much fun. DH and I were sure to sneak away and get a drink and just sit and relax in the loppy or a secluded nook and just reflect on our stay and our trip overall. The kids need a little "down time" just as us adults do, too! We had rockers right outside our door, so once the younger boys were alseep, we would leave DS9 in watching TV, chill-laxing, crack the door and sit on the rockers and just people watch from our floor (we had a room off the lobby) so we had a clear view of all that was going on!

Take lots of video and even more pictures. Study and appreciate all the little things and soak it all in. Because our vacations don't last forever, and the kids aren't little forever. Each visit they are a year+ older, we are all in different parts of our lives, and we cant get those moments back. They are memories that will last a life time!! :wizard:

[DisneyNDecember]

I am a Single Mom on a budget and I agree on the "splurge"!! We are leaving in 1 week for our 2nd trip to the Lodge and for the rest of my life will cherish the memories we make.!!!!


Well, we were not disappointed & my son & I loved the WL !!! We are taking our yearly DisneyWorld Vacation again this year back to the WL !! As I mentioned in my prior posts, we have also loved staying at the POP, All Stars, & the Carribean Beach, but it is all about LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION !!! That is one of the top reasons I love the WL !!! Plus, my son & I spent a day on the water with the Sea Raycers & that was a truly magical moment for us !!!

So, pinch those pennies-- bring your lunch to work, cut corners, & try to budget the best you can & believe me, when you arrive at the Wilderness Lodge, it will have been worth it !!!!

We already have our December 09 trip booked for Dec 10-18, 2009 !!:santa::santa::santa:

[Lou-Ann]

I so agree. WL is as close to heaven on earth as it gets......

[Grendalynn]

So, pinch those pennies-- bring your lunch to work, cut corners, & try to budget the best you can & believe me, when you arrive at the Wilderness Lodge, it will have been worth it !!!!

ITA!!! :goodvibes:angel::wizard: Parts of our family look at us like we are rich or have 3 heads because we try to go to WDW every 2 or 3 years... Yes, it is expensive, But to us skipping the take out, minimalizing birthdays and Christmas spending, no fivilous items or splurges, and no dining out, helps us to save for the vacations we want to take... Be it Disney or elsewehere, our kids are only small once and I want them to have fun and be kids and experince things when they are young and innocent - AS A FAMILY. We cant get these years back, so I am all for making it as great as possible!!

[5littleindians]

Wow! Great pics. We are staying there in just about a month and cannot wait! Does anyone have any pics of how the connecting rooms work?

[yaksack]

I saw a picture of a door that said Old Faithful club. What is that and where is it?

[jenny105]

Awesome pictures! I'm so glad I found this thread. I'm staying at WL for the first time in September and I can't wait!

[999ghostslover]

I saw a picture of a door that said Old Faithful club. What is that and where is it?


It is the Concierge level club located on the 7th floor. Accesible with room key to concierge level guests.

[zackiedawg]

From the Ft. Wilderness campground boat, late afternoon:

http://themagicinpixels.com/forum/gallery/pictures/66-230409114610-1.jpeg

The pool view of the resort:

http://themagicinpixels.com/forum/gallery/pictures/66-230409114608-0.jpeg

[TinkerNana50]

I leave in a week for WL and I am loving the pictures. THANKS:yay::yay:

[dadachu]

thank you

[ElonGirl]

Loving the pictures! Now I can't decide what resort to stay at.

[Mrsdisneyb2b]

I am beyond excited it is getting closer and closer for me and its just beyond awesome to see these picturs~

[micheluvscorgis]

Thanks for posting these. They are gorgeous, but they are helping me solidify my decision to stay elsewhere since we are coming from Colorado. (We already have plenty of mountain decor in our home state!)
:)
-Michele

[dbmom]

I'm planning a trip for May 2010 and wondered if the villas had been updated. I know the lodge rooms were done, but I cannot seem to find anything about the villas. Does anyone know??

I love the pictures of the resort...keep them coming! I cannot wait until we are there next year!! My husband loves the mountains so I thought this would be a good compromise...I get my Disney and he gets his "mountains." :) I had to twist his arm to go to Florida again next year, but I absolutely love Disney and know DS 2 & DS 5 will have so much fun!

[thomascaldwell1]

Can we get some pics of the pool area? I've only skimmed through (there are 91 pages, and there's only so much time in each day... ...). I have DD4 who would love to have a water slide like we had last year at AKL, and then we'd like to know if they have the smooth transition into the water- like at AKL, or at the beach- walk in slowly, no stairs required. Thanks very much!!

[lyndrajo3]

I was so excited I shot my husband a link to the info of WL. I just KNOW my folks would like this resort.

He has decided we need to get them a combo x-mas, mom and dad's days, and 40th anniversary gifts for 2010.

I can hardly wait for May 2010. WOOT!! WL here we come!

[dfarner]

Can we get some pics of the pool area? I've only skimmed through (there are 91 pages, and there's only so much time in each day... ...). I have DD4 who would love to have a water slide like we had last year at AKL, and then we'd like to know if they have the smooth transition into the water- like at AKL, or at the beach- walk in slowly, no stairs required. Thanks very much!!

The pool is not zero entry. There are pics posted of the pool on Trip Advisor. I imagine there are some posted somewhere on this thread or the resort photos board, but like you said it's a lot to go through. Look the Villas up on TA and you will see a couple. :)

[loperella]

Just booked this yesterday for 8 nights the 1st week of October. I'm so excited and hopefully this thread/site will keep the magic going until arrival. Families 1st trip to Dis so really looking forward to visiting. Currently live @ the foothills of the Great Smokie's and look out my back door to the mountains everyday but this still seems to def offer something different. Just loving the whole nature/woodsy theme!!!:goodvibes

btw-do any of the rooms get a glimpse of the Castle and/or fireworks or do the trees block everything...just wondering. Also, I remember reading something about balconies on certain floors where you have to stand-up to see or something? Hopefully we can avoid one of these but will love it either way.

[thomascaldwell1]

Thanks dfarner!

[Nicole786]

Had an awesome stay at the WL (the best Disney hotel!!) here are some pics I posted in my TR

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_0149.jpg

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_0155.jpg

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_0160.jpg

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_0162.jpg

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_0013.jpg

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_0022.jpg

[Planning fanatic mom]

Great pics, Thanks for posting. I needed some new ones to get me through the last 17 days before we get our turn to stay at WL for the first time.:thumbsup2

[pianoronni37]

These photos are absolutely breathtaking!

DH says as long as we get a code (ANY code!) we can stay here in January - crossing my fingers for anything (even a coupon for a free coke... hey, a code's a code :rotfl2:)!!!

[topdog]

Can we get some pics of the pool area? I've only skimmed through (there are 91 pages, and there's only so much time in each day... ...). I have DD4 who would love to have a water slide like we had last year at AKL, and then we'd like to know if they have the smooth transition into the water- like at AKL, or at the beach- walk in slowly, no stairs required. Thanks very much!!

As you wish...

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Outside/_DIS4925.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Outside/_DIS4928.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Outside/_DIS6808.jpg

[kabbie]

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp35%3Dot%3E2327%3D9%3B6%3D%3A95%3DXRO QDF%3E232376%3B695%3A4%3Bot1lsi

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp36%3Dot%3E2327%3D9%3B6%3D%3A95%3DXRO QDF%3E232376%3B698673ot1lsi

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp36%3Dot%3E2327%3D9%3B6%3D%3A95%3DXRO QDF%3E232376%3B699553ot1lsi

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp36%3Dot%3E2327%3D9%3B6%3D%3A95%3DXRO QDF%3E232376%3B699554ot1lsi

[kabbie]

Christmas Decorations

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp43288%3Enu%3D3236%3E8%3C5%3E9%3A4%3E WSNRCG%3D3233675%3A93%3C%3B%3Cnu0mrj

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp43285%3Enu%3D3236%3E8%3C5%3E9%3A4%3E WSNRCG%3D3233675%3A95%3B35nu0mrj

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp4327%3A%3Enu%3D3236%3E8%3C5%3E9%3A4% 3EWSNRCG%3D3233675%3A94323nu0mrj

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp43283%3Enu%3D3236%3E8%3C5%3E9%3A4%3E WSNRCG%3D3233675%3A95%3B36nu0mrj

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp43288%3Enu%3D3236%3E8%3C5%3E9%3A4%3E WSNRCG%3D3233675%3A94324nu0mrj

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp43287%3Enu%3D3236%3E8%3C5%3E9%3A4%3E WSNRCG%3D3233675%3A95%3B39nu0mrj

Pool area

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp43286%3Enu%3D3236%3E8%3C5%3E9%3A4%3E WSNRCG%3D3233675%3A94336nu0mrj

Geyser

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp43279%3Enu%3D3236%3E8%3C5%3E9%3A4%3E WSNRCG%3D3233675%3A94337nu0mrj

Boat dock

http://images.photos.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp43287%3Enu%3D3236%3E8%3C5%3E9%3A4%3E WSNRCG%3D3233675%3A%3A384%3Anu0mrj

[TMB1203]

These pictures are great! This is why we stay at VWL every year!

[thomascaldwell1]

Thanks very much for the pool pics- they are great! I can't wait to jump in!!

[Mrsdisneyb2b]

anyone stay in the hm suite?

[maltdisney]

Yep - my wife and I stayed a week in WL in 2005 on our honeymoon. We checked into the honeymoon suite and our intial thoughts were -

1/ View was of the parking lot. Not impressed.
2/ The room was small.
3. It was loud - situated right next to the concierge level breakfast nook.

We stayed one night in it and armed with those three points above talked to reception the next day. Though the room cost more, I requested a pool view room as a swap. We were more than pleased with this type of room on our last couple of visits to WL. Unexpectedly, the reception staff put us in room 7123 - the Yellowstone Suite. It was bigger than our apartment! These photos don't do it justice, but here you go (new comp and no Photoshop yet, so apols about the huge pic size) -

Dining room
http://i43.tinypic.com/2wd7fad.jpg

Living room
http://i44.tinypic.com/a0l1mc.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/a47vqh.jpg

There's a secretary's desk on the way in!
http://i40.tinypic.com/9icnt3.jpg

The main doors
http://i39.tinypic.com/2ms096t.jpg.

Little kitchen
http://i42.tinypic.com/2vljyo5.jpg

Bedroom
http://i44.tinypic.com/2vj91zt.jpg

Wet bar
http://i44.tinypic.com/ei6wl3.jpg

[tarak]

The lobby at night last December (1st week).
http://i695.photobucket.com/albums/vv318/tkollas/sonycam242.jpg

[Piglets Mommy]

WOW!
Thanks for all the great pics, everyone...I don't know how I haven't found this thread before, but it is great to get a little "WL fix" to tide me over until I can go "Home" in Dec.

[DisneyNDecember]

Wow, that Yellowstone Suite is SWEET !!!:love:

I sure wish I could afford that, but that is larger than my apt, my son & I may get lost in there !!!:santa::santa::santa:

[loperella]

Amazing suite! I'd never want to leave---this whole lodge looks so warm, inviting & just a nice place to be and unwind after a long day at the park(s) :goodvibes

[lyndrajo3]

How many guests does the Yellowstone Suite sleep? Is there a room at WL that will accommodate 7 people (4 adults and 14-10-7yo daughters). How much does it cost per night in Mid to late May?

Thanks, I am planning a suprise visit for May 2010 for parents us and kiddos.
:love:

[KAT4DISNEY]

How many guests does the Yellowstone Suite sleep? Is there a room at WL that will accommodate 7 people (4 adults and 14-10-7yo daughters). How much does it cost per night in Mid to late May?

Thanks, I am planning a suprise visit for May 2010 for parents us and kiddos.
:love:

Maybe you want to consider a 2-BR villa at VWL. They will sleep 8 ppl. One bedroom has a king bed, the 2nd br will have either 2 queens or a queen and a pull out full sleeper. And in the main living room there is another queen sleeper. And you will have a kitchen and laundry as well.

[vacation4me]

Awesome pics! I cannot wait to stay there.

[maltdisney]

The Yellowstone suite has just one bedroom with a king size bed - but the place is indeed bigger than my apartment! I really did not want to go home - more than usual!

[njprincess601]

[QUOTE= Thanks, I am planning a suprise visit for May 2010 for parents us and kiddos.
:love:[/QUOTE]

We'll be staying at the Wilderness Lodge in May 2010 too! When are you going? We'll be there May 11-17.

[VaBeachGuy]

Great pictures, it took me several hours but I made it through all 93 pages today.

I've been debating with myself whether or not to go for a Treehouse Villa or the WL villas, I really like the atmosphere that these pictures depict.

Honestly, if you take this resort out of Orlando and put it in the mountains somewhere with no other attractions around it I believe I'd still want to go to it.

[DizneyNutz]

QUOTE=VaBeachGuy;32492429]Great pictures, it took me several hours but made it through all 93 pages today.

I've been debating with myself whether or not to go for a Treehouse Villa or the WL villas, I really like the atmosphere that these pictures depict.

Honestly, if you take this resort out of Orlando and put it in the mountains somewhere with no other attractions around it I believe I'd still want to go to it.[/QUOTE]

Cuddos to you!:thumbsup2 That is exactly why I removed all of our photos from this thread. I was tired of people coming on here and saying that they didn't have time to look through "all the posts" to find what they wanted to see, so they would ask that you just show them their request. They don't take into account how much time out of their lives someone has spent taking photos and downloading them so they can observe them! If you want to see more photos of the Wilderness Lodge, I would be more than happy to share them with you! Just PM me and I will send them.:thumbsup2 Hoping you and yours has a MAGICAL TRIP!:cool1:

[VaBeachGuy]

Great pictures, it took me several hours but made it through all 93 pages today.

I've been debating with myself whether or not to go for a Treehouse Villa or the WL villas, I really like the atmosphere that these pictures depict.

Honestly, if you take this resort out of Orlando and put it in the mountains somewhere with no other attractions around it I believe I'd still want to go to it.

Cuddos to you!:thumbsup2 That is exactly why I removed all of our photos from this thread. I was tired of people coming on here and saying that they didn't have time to look through "all the posts" to find what they wanted to see, so they would ask that you just show them their request. They don't take into account how much time out of their lives someone has spent taking photos and downloading them so they can observe them! If you want to see more photos of the Wilderness Lodge, I would be more than happy to share them with you! Just PM me and I will send them.:thumbsup2 Hoping you and yours has a MAGICAL TRIP!:cool1:
Thanks, I'm definitely interested and will PM you when I will have a chance (if I have the ability to PM with so few posts).

I actually downloaded several of the pictures to my computer throughout the thread if they were in a series taken from the same spot but just a slightly different view and then used some panorama software I have to make larger panoramic views just to get a more full view in one image as opposed to seeing the view in 2, 3 or even 4 images. Yeah, it's a little overkill on my part but I'm one of those people that wants to see as much of the photo as possible and if I can combine 3 or 4 photos to give a more full view then I'll do that.

When I do go I plan on taking many photos even to the extent of being able to make full 360 degree panos where you can, on a computer navigate the picture to "look around". I'll either do it all manually one picture at a time or get some lenses for my camera. I've even seen full 360 degree panorama videos where you can actaully navigate around the video!

I've only been to Orlando twice, once in 1974 when I was 5 and once in 1997 with my niece and her husband (who was a true Mickey freak lol). He passed away about a year after that trip (at 24) so I've been wanting to make another trip sort of in his memory ever since.

I know that he'd have loved the Wilderness Lodge!

I've been pricing everything from rental houses to the cheapest Disney resort and this one looks like the only one that really suits my wishes. The Fort Wilderness cabins look good too but the WL really has everything I want it seems and by renting points it looks like I can do what I want for cheaper than the All Star resorts!

[smithmom]

I want to send a big THANK YOU to all who have posted pictures here. I have to admit, I skipped around a bit while "working" but they are beautiful. My family and I are going in September, my parents are taking us as a Christmas gift. I am so grateful!!!! It will be my sons (4 & 3) first trip to Disney - how spoiled, it took me 35 years to make it to the Wilderness Lodge :rotfl:

After seeing the pictures (some of you are wonderful photographers - AMAZING!) I am more excited than ever. Looking forward to my magical trip this September!

[lyndrajo3]

njprincess,

We haven't really decided on the date yet. I have my Aunt and sister helping figure out what weekend would work best for my parents without tipping them off about the trip. I should know real soon. I am hoping it is the first or second weekend. We plan on doing a Fri-Mon or maybe even a Fri-Tues trip. I will keep you posted as I figure it out. I am planning to book in August this year though (yikes--next month-WOOT!) I already have a semi itinerary laid out on paper.

[topdog]

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Outside/_DIS6776.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Outside/_DIS6819.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Outside/_DIS6842.jpg

[GoofyFairie]

I love the waterfall shot topdog! I don't think anyone has captured it like that before. Beautiful as always!

[janloz]

Not sure if I posted these on this thread before or not. These are from our trip in Dec 08. DH and I just decided that we will finally get to stay at WL next Sept. :cool1:

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld2.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld1.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld3.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld7.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld8.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld6.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld9.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld5.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld11.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld10.jpg

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/janloz/wld12.jpg

[wdwmike59]

These are from summer 2005 courtyard view

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy356/mikewalter59/HPIM0670.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy356/mikewalter59/HPIM0671.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy356/mikewalter59/HPIM0672.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy356/mikewalter59/HPIM0673.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy356/mikewalter59/HPIM0674.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy356/mikewalter59/HPIM0675.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy356/mikewalter59/HPIM0676.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy356/mikewalter59/HPIM0677.jpg

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy356/mikewalter59/HPIM0678.jpg

[VaBeachGuy]

These are from summer 2005 courtyard view


Great pictures. I couldn't help but make a panorama from the ones that were in line and possible to line up. The one that displays below is smaller than the full size of course.

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/mypics4ebay/1Panorama.jpg

[wdwmike59]

Great pictures. I couldn't help but make a panorama from the ones that were in line and possible to line up. The one that displays below is smaller than the full size of course.

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/mypics4ebay/1Panorama.jpg

Wow, that's awesome VaBeachGuy. I have no photoshop skills at all so that is amazing to me. Great job!

[VaBeachGuy]

Wow, that's awesome VaBeachGuy. I have no photoshop skills at all so that is amazing to me. Great job!

Thanks, I have a lot of fun doing it. Photoshop does have a panorama option but I used a program called PTGui (http://www.ptgui.com/). You just load the pictures and if they're in line with eachother it'll automatically make the panorama for you. In some cases if one photo is off a little and the software can't quite work it out you might have to go in and set control points to tell the software where identical points are in the 2 pictures, then it takes those control points and can line it up.

Sometimes it works out perfectly, sometimes it gives you some odd pictures lol.

Be warned though, it can be addicting lol. When I first got the software I was taking pictures of anything in my view just to play with the software. I even went so far one time as to make a full 360 degree panorama of my back yard that you can move the picture around and look all around the whole yard.

The key is to take pictures with panoramas in mind so that the images will fit together properly.

[Piglets Mommy]

Thanks, I have a lot of fun doing it. Photoshop does have a panorama option but I used a program called PTGui (http://www.ptgui.com/). You just load the pictures and if they're in line with eachother it'll automatically make the panorama for you. In some cases if one photo is off a little and the software can't quite work it out you might have to go in and set control points to tell the software where identical points are in the 2 pictures, then it takes those control points and can line it up.

Sometimes it works out perfectly, sometimes it gives you some odd pictures lol.

Be warned though, it can be addicting lol. When I first got the software I was taking pictures of anything in my view just to play with the software. I even went so far one time as to make a full 360 degree panorama of my back yard that you can move the picture around and look all around the whole yard.

The key is to take pictures with panoramas in mind so that the images will fit together properly.

That's realy cool!
We are going in Dec...I can imagine how pretty the Christmas decorations would be in panorama like that.

[VaBeachGuy]

That's realy cool!
We are going in Dec...I can imagine how pretty the Christmas decorations would be in panorama like that.

Just be sure to stand in one spot and take the pictures so that part of the scene from the last picture is in the next picture. That way they can be stitched together properly.

[Donaldfan81]

This one is from 2007. My sister and I were eating at WCC and wanted to look around the resort a bit and I took a few pics. I think this one come out the best of the bunch I took. Anyway that is the reason why I am now staying at the lodge for the first time this Sept. I cant wait!!!!!!!:cool1::cool1::worship:http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x251/metalaero81/IMG_1284_filtered-1.jpg

[tlynk]

I haven't stayed at WL since 2004. All the pictures look so awesome! I can't wait to go back.:)

[KAT4DISNEY]

Cuddos to you!:thumbsup2 That is exactly why I removed all of our photos from this thread. I was tired of people coming on here and saying that they didn't have time to look through "all the posts" to find what they wanted to see, so they would ask that you just show them their request. They don't take into account how much time out of their lives someone has spent taking photos and downloading them so they can observe them! If you want to see more photos of the Wilderness Lodge, I would be more than happy to share them with you! Just PM me and I will send them.:thumbsup2 Hoping you and yours has a MAGICAL TRIP!:cool1:

It was seeing your photos on this thread DizneyNutz and having you help me figure out how to upload pics that got me interested in getting a DSLR. And I ended up with my pockets much lighter! :rotfl: You have many beautiful pictures of the lodge and I'm glad I got to see them - thanks!

[KeepSwimmingDory]

That is exactly why I removed all of our photos from this thread. I was tired of people coming on here and saying that they didn't have time to look through "all the posts" to find what they wanted to see, so they would ask that you just show them their request. They don't take into account how much time out of their lives someone has spent taking photos and downloading them so they can observe them! If you want to see more photos of the Wilderness Lodge, I would be more than happy to share them with you! Just PM me and I will send them.:thumbsup2 Hoping you and yours has a MAGICAL TRIP!:cool1:

Aww sorry to see that your pictures are gone. :sad2:

Your photos were some of my favorites of WL and inspired me to spend more time there taking pictures on our last two trips. In fact, in May we drove over from SSR to just enjoy the lodge and I took a ton of photos of all the details. Glad I saw yours before they were gone!

[Lou-Ann]

Dizneynutz....I miss your beautiful pictures. I also want to thank you again for the music you were so kind to send me about 5 yrs ago. You know what I mean.... It has gotten me through 4 surgeries and brought me more pleasure than you could ever know. Have a great day....

[DizneyNutz]

I apologize for being an ole fuddy. It struck a wrong nerve when a couple of people visited the thread and said it was too large for their valuable time to look through it all and they just wanted someone to point them to the exact page where they could see what they were looking for. Some of the things they were requesting to see where in several of my photos, so I in a moment of haste went onto photobucket and deleted all the WL photos from photobucket. They don't even consider everyones time they spent downloading them all to Photo Bucket and then from there onto here. Anyhow you all have been very kind and I still visit the thread to see everyone else's photos to keep us excited and were counting down until early December again.:cool1: I hope you all have a trip planned and it turns out MAGICAL:thumbsup2

[DisneyNDecember]

I apologize for being an ole fuddy. It struck a wrong nerve when a couple of people visited the thread and said it was too large for their valuable time to look through it all and they just wanted someone to point them to the exact page where they could see what they were looking for. Some of the things they were requesting to see where in several of my photos, so I in a moment of haste went onto photobucket and deleted all the WL photos from photobucket. They don't even consider everyones time they spent downloading them all to Photo Bucket and then from there onto here. Anyhow you all have been very kind and I still visit the thread to see everyone else's photos to keep us excited and were counting down until early December again.:cool1: I hope you all have a trip planned and it turns out MAGICAL:thumbsup2

DisneyNutz, you have MADE this thread what it is !!!! Please don't let a few "it is all about me" selfish people ruin it for the rest of us. It is sad in life that we have folks that are so focused on themselves, that they don't take the time to think how long it takes to upload these photos onto the Dis boards, folks like that are not worth your time !!! I can not say how much I appreciate all your BEAUTIFUL photos & hope they return, but that is completely your choice & I respect your decision. I want you to know that when I started this thread, you are the one that made the anticipation of my first WL Trip in Dec 2008 more magical than I can express with your photos & I know many others feel the same way I do, so THANK YOU !!!!!! :santa::santa::santa:

[laura001]

I apologize for being an ole fuddy. It struck a wrong nerve when a couple of people visited the thread and said it was too large for their valuable time to look through it all and they just wanted someone to point them to the exact page where they could see what they were looking for. Some of the things they were requesting to see where in several of my photos, so I in a moment of haste went onto photobucket and deleted all the WL photos from photobucket. They don't even consider everyones time they spent downloading them all to Photo Bucket and then from there onto here. Anyhow you all have been very kind and I still visit the thread to see everyone else's photos to keep us excited and were counting down until early December again.:cool1: I hope you all have a trip planned and it turns out MAGICAL:thumbsup2


I too, have enjoyed your pics, thanks so much for sharing them. We have never stayed at WL and a girlfriend of mine (her first trip) and I are going in Sept. I wanted to try somewhere I had never stayed, so I chose WL (my DH is very jealous:goodvibes)

I sure hope it turns out to be as great as it all sounds. Can't wait!

[GoofyFairie]

I'm adding my 2 cents too. I love all the pics, that is the purpose of this thread. If others are too lazy to look then they aren't serious about checking out the WL, IMHO. WL is my home away from home and I enjoying looking at these pics to get my "Disney Fix" when I'm home sick and that includes yours DisneyNutz, which are some of the best.

[DizneyNutz]

I know that when DW and I were first starting to stay at the WL we could not get enough of pictures of the resort. We still go back to view them for memories and in anticipation of our next visit. That is why I was so excited about keeping it going when Disney N December started this thread. As I stated previously, I acted in haste. With respect to this wonderful thread and ALL of you who have contributed to it, I will attempt to fill in (may take a while) the pictures I removed, just not going to attempt to put them where the were orginally.:scared: Thank You to all of you who have kept this thread going.:thumbsup2

[DisneyNDecember]

I know that when DW and I were first starting to stay at the WL we could not get enough of pictures of the resort. We still go back to view them for memories and in anticipation of our next visit. That is why I was so excited about keeping it going when Disney N December started this thread. As I stated previosly, I acted in haste. With respect to this wonderful thread and ALL of you who have contributed to it, I will attempt to fill in (may take a while) the pictures I removed, just not going to attempt to put them where the were orginally.:scared: Thank You to all of you who have kept this thread going.:thumbsup2

You are awesome DisneyNutz !!! I am sooooooooo excited !!! You are once again fueling my addiction for my 2nd trip to Wilderness Lodge in Dec 2009!!
YIPPEE !! WOO HOO !!! THANK YOU !!! :santa::santa::santa:

[KAT4DISNEY]

I know that when DW and I were first starting to stay at the WL we could not get enough of pictures of the resort. We still go back to view them for memories and in anticipation of our next visit. That is why I was so excited about keeping it going when Disney N December started this thread. As I stated previosly, I acted in haste. With respect to this wonderful thread and ALL of you who have contributed to it, I will attempt to fill in (may take a while) the pictures I removed, just not going to attempt to put them where the were orginally.:scared: Thank You to all of you who have kept this thread going.:thumbsup2

Awwww - that's so nice DizneyNutz. :hug: They really are beautiful. I also can relate to how you felt although it doesn't compare in magnitude to the amount of effort you put into this thread. I responded to someone's request for pics one time. I got a "thank you - any others?" after taking all the time to pick them out, process, upload and post. For some reason that day it bummed me out. Normally a thank you is plenty although this time it felt more like the OP really was writing "bump". And then the next poster got huge thanks etc, etc. I'm sure (or hope) the OP didn't really mean to snub me but at the time I felt that way and was a wee bit PO'd. :badpc: :lmao:

We'll to be at VWL in Nov so I hope to have more pics to add to this thread. Until then I'll continue to live vicariously thru all these wonderful pictures. A big thanks from me also to everyone who contributes here!!!

[lacrosse_lady72]

Only 67 days and I'll be taking many many many pictures of WL. I also have a CY room booked, so lots of room views to come :) :banana: I can't wait!!!

[wdwgirl03]

I am going to have to show my sister this thread. We're staying at the VWL for the first time next month and are SO excited. Seriously I think the WL is the thing I'm looking forward to most about this trip. :cool1::cool1: Only 34 more days!

[DizneyNutz]

Awwww - that's so nice DizneyNutz. :hug: They really are beautiful. I also can relate to how you felt although it doesn't compare in magnitude to the amount of effort you put into this thread. I responded to someone's request for pics one time. I got a "thank you - any others?" after taking all the time to pick them out, process, upload and post. For some reason that day it bummed me out. Normally a thank you is plenty although this time it felt more like the OP really was writing "bump". And then the next poster got huge thanks etc, etc. I'm sure (or hope) the OP didn't really mean to snub me but at the time I felt that way and was a wee bit PO'd. :badpc: :lmao:

We'll to be at VWL in Nov so I hope to have more pics to add to this thread. Until then I'll continue to live vicariously thru all these wonderful pictures. A big thanks from me also to everyone who contributes here!!!

It takes EVERYONE to keep a post like this refreshed and going forward and we appreciate your photos.:thumbsup2 It takes EVERYONE contibuting to keep a tread such as this going. Thank you for taking your time to contribute. I just want to contribute also so that anyone preparing a visit may know what they can expect.:cool1: We hope you have a MAGICAL trip to the lodge. It is OUR favorite place to be. PLEASE post when you get back , because we are going early December.:cool1:

[disneymomjcs]

I really enjoy this thread.

We stayed at the WL years ago and are returning in August to stay at the VWL. We love this resort and always visit no matter where we stay.:cloud9:

I will take lots of pics and figure out how to post them when I return in September. Until then I love to see the pics and read about the Wilderness Lodge.:yay:

[topdog]

DizneyNutz, it's nice to see you are still around.

I am still adding more picture regarding people like it or not. :lmao:

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS6129.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS5870.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS5871.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS6264.jpg

http://www.dewlama.com/Public/Photos/Disney/09/Resort/WL/Inside/_DIS7437.jpg

[KeepSwimmingDory]

DizneyNutz, it's nice to see you are still around.

I am still adding more picture regarding people like it or not. :lmao:



I too am glad to see you DizneyNutz and hope you add some back at your convenience.

And topdog!!! You just made my day. Thanks for the beautiful photos. I needed that! :cool1:

Don't know when I'll be back to the lodge but this thread helps my homesick feelings so thanks to everyone.

[KAT4DISNEY]

It takes EVERYONE to keep a post like this refreshed and going forward and we appreciate your photos.:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2


Beautiful pictures topdog!!!! If I may ask - what camera and fisheye did you use for the photos? I'm seriously considering one of the new Sigma's before our trip this fall.

[GoofyFairie]

Beautiful as always topdog! I have been waiting for you to find time to post. You always seem to have a fresh pic of a view we don't see much or haven't seen at all. This thread always fills my Disney void when I am missing the WL.

[DizneyNutz]

DizneyNutz, it's nice to see you are still around.

I am still adding more picture regarding people like it or not. :lmao:


Hey Topdog. Thanks! Awesome Pics as always.:thumbsup2 You got another trip in the works? We are counting down till early December again. Later

[DizneyNutz]

I too am glad to see you DizneyNutz and hope you add some back at your convenience.

And topdog!!! You just made my day. Thanks for the beautiful photos. I needed that! :cool1:

Don't know when I'll be back to the lodge but this thread helps my homesick feelings so thanks to everyone.

Thanks and I have begun to add some back at the beginning.

[DisneyNDecember]

Great photos TopDog !!! Keep them coming guys, I know we have many fellow Dis buddies that have returned !!!:santa::santa::santa:

[TVEPFOX]

Enjoying the thread. We're staying at the Lodge for the first time in August. It's our 10th Anniversary so we booked club level.

Can't wait!

[topdog]

Thank you everyone. I still have some more WL pictures. I will try to post them a few more at a time.

:thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2
Beautiful pictures topdog!!!! If I may ask - what camera and fisheye did you use for the photos? I'm seriously considering one of the new Sigma's before our trip this fall.
I used a Nikon D200 (a fairly old camera now) and a Nikon 10.5 f/2.8 fisheye lens.
Hey Topdog. Thanks! Awesome Pics as always.:thumbsup2 You got another trip in the works? We are counting down till early December again. Later
We did plan to another trip in December but due to my busy work schedule. We have to postpone indefinitely for now. December 2010 is our next target time frame.:eek:

[julluvsdisney]

thank you all of you for posting! I am staying dec 2010 (not soon enough!)! hubby and I walked through the pool area in 2007 on our disneymoon and loved the ground so much so we wanted to stay there on our "splurge" visit next year! can u guys tell me your favorite thing about WL? and can u see wishes from the beach area? So excited and this thread makes me even more excited!:banana:

[yaksack]

Does anyone has a copy of the weekly event calendar they can post?

[Mrsdisneyb2b]

Does anyone has a copy of the weekly event calendar they can post?

ill scan mine in! We just got back i cant wait to load the pictures!

[matt&jakesmom]

ill scan mine in! We just got back i cant wait to load the pictures!

Did you have a good time? We go to WL for the 1st time on the 31st.

[wdwgirl03]

We are only 16 days away from our trip...I'm going to go through all 96 pages :rotfl: to get me pumped! I already can't wait! :yay:

[JPN4265]

Well, since you like them so much, here's some more! One of these days I'll have to actually stay there. Didn't get too many because we were only there to eat at WCC.

http://jupiter.smugmug.com/photos/212162419_QsueZ-L.jpg

http://jupiter.smugmug.com/photos/231707154_PsJjq-L.jpg

http://jupiter.smugmug.com/photos/253904718_9giVk-L.jpg

http://jupiter.smugmug.com/photos/231708124_uX2UR-L.jpg

http://jupiter.smugmug.com/photos/253905241_LX5b4-L.jpg

http://jupiter.smugmug.com/photos/231708463_iYSu4-L.jpg

http://jupiter.smugmug.com/photos/231708566_A36tF-L.jpg

http://jupiter.smugmug.com/photos/253905716_Kv6oF-L.jpg

http://jupiter.smugmug.com/photos/253905768_HxSDs-L.jpg

Can't wait to see it again.:santa:

[Lou-Ann]

Just what I needed to see this morning. Thanks so much.

[disneyatl]

I so love this resort! Can't wait until November!!!!

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I apologize for being an ole fuddy. It struck a wrong nerve when a couple of people visited the thread and said it was too large for their valuable time to look through it all and they just wanted someone to point them to the exact page where they could see what they were looking for. Some of the things they were requesting to see where in several of my photos, so I in a moment of haste went onto photobucket and deleted all the WL photos from photobucket. They don't even consider everyones time they spent downloading them all to Photo Bucket and then from there onto here. Anyhow you all have been very kind and I still visit the thread to see everyone else's photos to keep us excited and were counting down until early December again.:cool1: I hope you all have a trip planned and it turns out MAGICAL:thumbsup2

I have to say, I was absolutely devastated (yes, that's me being dramatic but very accurate) when all your photos disappeared. I fell in love with your pictures. It's too bad that a few rude people ruined it for the rest of us. I'd love it if you ever started a web page like "topdog" (http://www.dewlama.com/Public/HTML/Disney_DIS.html)has for all your Disney pics. I miss seeing them!!!

Btw, thanks topdog for adding all your pictures. I LOVE them!!!

[tea pot]

:sad2:OH DizneyNutz
so sorry about your photos :sad1:
I always loved seeing them and always appreciated all the time you take with your trip reports.... hope you get to take some new ones soon..
Maybe there is a way to copy them back from the posts..
Sorry again :sad1:

[DizneyNutz]

I have to say, I was absolutely devastated (yes, that's me being dramatic but very accurate) when all your photos disappeared. I fell in love with your pictures. It's too bad that a few rude people ruined it for the rest of us. I'd love it if you ever started a web page like "topdog" (http://www.dewlama.com/Public/HTML/Disney_DIS.html)has for all your Disney pics. I miss seeing them!!!

Btw, thanks topdog for adding all your pictures. I LOVE them!!!

That's very nice of you to say. Start a web Page:rotfl2: Oh my goodness no! I don't even consider myself a hobbyist photographer. I have taken very few photos since leaving Disney last Dec. The camera is idling however in anticipation of WL in Dec again! Topdog is a photographer and takes great photos and should have a website for them.:thumbsup2

[DizneyNutz]

:sad2:OH DizneyNutz
so sorry about your photos :sad1:
I always loved seeing them and always appreciated all the time you take with your trip reports.... hope you get to take some new ones soon..
Maybe there is a way to copy them back from the posts..
Sorry again :sad1:

Thank You! I have put some of them back on, starting at the beginning. I don't know if I will get them all back, but we have a trip booked for Dec.:thumbsup2

[WDWRocksMySocks]

That's very nice of you to say. Start a web Page:rotfl2: Oh my goodness no! I don't even consider myself a hobbyist photographer. I have taken very few photos since leaving Disney last Dec. The camera is idling however in anticipation of WL in Dec again! Topdog is a photographer and takes great photos and should have a website for them.:thumbsup2

Oh, but your photos are so great! I really enjoyed looking at them. Even if you had just a Photobucket page where we could all go and drool over your WL pictures -- it would be worth it!! I look forward to seeing your pictures from your upcoming trip. You better take lots and make sure to share them...or else!! :lmao: (Totally kidding, don't want you to think I'm threatening you on here.)

Yep, Topdog has a site and it's amazing!!! I can't get enough it. I feel as though our upcoming trip to VWL is going to push my WL addiction over the edge. :rotfl2:

[DizneyNutz]

I feel as though our upcoming trip to VWL is going to push my WL addiction over the edge. :rotfl2:

Yeah we know what you mean. We ARE WL Junkies here:banana:, but there are many worse things you could be addicted to.:rotfl2:

[bytheblood]

I cannot wait until December. I think this resort will make it totally worth it for me to take my tripod!!! :)

[wdwgirl03]

Soon I will be able to contribute more to this thread...only 8 DAYS until we are there!!! I cannot wait!

[DizneyNutz]

Soon I will be able to contribute more to this thread...only 8 DAYS until we are there!!! I cannot wait!

Wishing you and yours a most MAGICAL trip.pixiedust:pixiedust:pixiedust:

[wdwgirl03]

Wishing you and yours a most MAGICAL trip.pixiedust:pixiedust:pixiedust:

Thanks!!

[jockey]

Really enjoying this thread, looking forward to seeing a few more pics :)

[DizneyNutz]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5597new.jpg

[stephgles]

I have been so good not looking at the photos for a while. We are about a month away and I am soooooooooooo ready to be back at WL.

:dance3:

[mela]

Does anyone has a copy of the weekly event calendar they can post?

Hi.. do you mind sharing your stay at POFQ..we go Sept. 16th. We had to cancel are vacation in April because I was too sick to go. We had reservations at OKW. But this time POFQ.I hope it's just as good.

[DizneyNutz]

Here are some from the WLV
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2427.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2424.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2426.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2401.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2405.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2406.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2414.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2408.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2410.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2411.jpg

In the main WL lobby
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2438.jpg

[DisneyNDecember]

Man, I can't wait until December, your photos are once again fueling my WL addiction !!!! Thank you DisneyNutz !!!!!!:santa::santa::santa:

[wdwgirl03]

Here are some from the WLV
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2427.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2424.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2426.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2401.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2405.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2406.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2414.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2408.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2410.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2411.jpg

In the main WL lobby
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2438.jpg

AMAZING pictures...the villas look awesome! I can't wait to see them in person. Only 4 days to go! :dance3:

[Lou-Ann]

Thanks once again for reminding us what we love about ther Lodge. What a nice thing to see just before going to bed..... I know what I will be dreaming of...

[jockey]

Brill pics, getting really excited about staying here :)

[hthrbells]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5597new.jpg

I can not wait, we are just about a month out!!!!!:banana::banana::banana:
Great picture!!!!!

[addiesmom]

Thanks DizneyNutz! Those photos are so gorgeous! MORE, MORE, MORE!!!! Think I might just make it through the workday now that I can daydream about being there in December:goodvibes

[WDWRocksMySocks]

Thanks for adding the pics, DizneyNutz -- gorgeous!!!! I especially like the ones of VWL. I can't wait, we'll be there this Sunday!!!!!!!!!!! :banana::woohoo::banana:

[Piglets Mommy]

Thanks for those Pics, DisneyNutz! I can't wait to go back "Home"... just under 4 months now for me. Nothing beats Christmas decorations in Disney!

[tinkerbell615]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5597new.jpg

I have never been to WL although DH wants to go there someday. This picture is amazing. I feel like I could be standing there!

[DizneyNutz]

I have never been to WL although DH wants to go there someday. This picture is amazing. I feel like I could be standing there!

Thank you for the compliment.:goodvibes My goal is for everyone to see it Just as I saw it. Now I have to learn to use the photo editing software to produce a photo as I took it, and I often come up short with the color, etc. Now if I could only figure out how to attach the sounds of the waterfall and the crickets chirping softly in the background. :thumbsup2 :banana:

[DizneyNutz]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2448new.jpg

and the boat dock
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2456.jpg

The WL Lodge
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2195.jpg

[topdog]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2448new.jpg
This is an awesome picture. I love the detail on the bear face windows. Did you ran the picture through some kind of filter?? It had that high dynamic range look.

[DizneyNutz]

This is an awesome picture. I love the detail on the bear face windows. Did you ran the picture through some kind of filter?? It had that high dynamic range look.

Thanks TopDog. It was a Canon RAW file photo and I just used PSE 7 to process it. I am not very knowledgeable about processing them, and sometimes go a little heavy, but I tend to like the heavy contrast. It is funny that you mentioned the detail in my photo, because that is what I always love about your photos. I figured you may be using L-Glass lenses. I just got a new lens for our next trip. 17-55 f/2.8 IS USM. I am excited about trying it out.

[happygirlagain]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2448new.jpg

and the boat dock
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2456.jpg

The WL Lodge
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2195new.jpg

oh my gosh - the photo from the other side of the lodge :love: Your photos are making me so fall more and more in love with this place. I have 93 days left and your photos are making it so hard and so easy to wait. They are spectacular!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you

[happygirlagain]

DizneyNutz - i forgot to ask what camera did you use for the photos? I am going back thru all the pages again - I start at the back every day at work and at night go back thru the front again (love all the photos) and I don't remember if you had said what type of camera you used. I saw a post about the Canon Raw file - again pictures are amazing. I will be upgrading my camera before November (early Anniversary present to myself). Thanks so much for posting your wonderful pictures.

[DizneyNutz]

DizneyNutz - i forgot to ask what camera did you use for the photos? I am going back thru all the pages again - I start at the back every day at work and at night go back thru the front again (love all the photos) and I don't remember if you had said what type of camera you used. I saw a post about the Canon Raw file - again pictures are amazing. I will be upgrading my camera before November (early Anniversary present to myself). Thanks so much for posting your wonderful pictures.

Thanks for your compliments. I have the Canon Rebel xti. It is already an old model because they have already introduced the next model. It is a mid range camera (not your typical put it in your pocket camera, but also not up to the more professional level of digital DSLR cameras). It can do way more than my photographic abilities call for however, so I will continue using it. If you do not, envision yourself carrying around a full size camera every where you go, then I would not reccommend it. If you are getting into hobby level photography however, I love mine. DW says she don't know how I can stand to carry all that weight around everywhere we go at Disney, but I enjoy the end results.:thumbsup2

[DizneyNutz]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2444new.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_2445new.jpg

[GoofyFairie]

DisneyNutz I love the way you captured the water in the picture. Really neat to look at.

[disneymami]

DizneyNutz - Your photos are inspiring. I'm taking my Nikon D40. What shutter speed did you use to captur the movement of the water? Did you use the camera setting or did you use your own aperture and shutter speeds? Is shooting in RAW better than JPEG? Thanks for the tips. I arrive Friday.

[DizneyNutz]

DisneyNutz I love the way you captured the water in the picture. Really neat to look at.

Thank You!

DizneyNutz - Your photos are inspiring. I'm taking my Nikon D40. What shutter speed did you use to captur the movement of the water? Did you use the camera setting or did you use your own aperture and shutter speeds? Is shooting in RAW better than JPEG? Thanks for the tips. I arrive Friday.

They were both shot using the following settings. Aperature f/5.6, Shutter 4 Sec., ISO 400 and focal length 28mm.:thumbsup2 As far as RAW vs JPEG I ALWAYS prefer RAW because it is not a Lossy format to image storage, meaning the camera stores the photo as it was taken and you can adjust it later at home with your photo imaging software if needed.:cool1:

[DizneyNutz]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_3065new.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_3070new.jpg

[DizneyNutz]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5405new.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5406new.jpg

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_5407new.jpg

[ccigliano]

DisneyNutz - Love your pictures, especially since WL is my favorite. I sold my OKW points to buy at VWL in 2006 and haven't regretted it one minute. I still like OKW, I just :love: the WL.
Thanks.

[DizneyNutz]

DisneyNutz - Love your pictures, especially since WL is my favorite. I sold my OKW points to buy at VWL in 2006 and haven't regretted it one minute. I still like OKW, I just :love: the WL.
Thanks.

Thank You:thumbsup2 We did the same thing except we bought SSR then Sold and bought a VWL resale.:cool1:

[tink,too]

Wow - what a beautiful resort! :goodvibes Thanks to all who shared their photos here! :hippie:

Note to self: add VWL to "must visit" list.

[JoJo1980]

A photo of us from our wedding day, We got engaged on the dock during our first disney trip and now the Wilderness lodge is our second home :love:

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh214/DisneyBride2008/JoanneandDennis18949-15-08edited.jpg

[DizneyNutz]

A photo of us from our wedding day, We got engaged on the dock during our first disney trip and now the Wilderness lodge is our second home :love:

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh214/DisneyBride2008/JoanneandDennis18949-15-08edited.jpg

That's :cool1: :thumbsup2 Glad you like the WL. Have you been during the Chrismas Holiday? It doesn't even look normal to us when we see it not decorated for Christmas.:rotfl2: I t has become part of our normal Christmas Holiday must do.:banana:

[JoJo1980]

That's :cool1: :thumbsup2 Glad you like the WL. Have you been during the Chrismas Holiday? It doesn't even look normal to us when we see it not decorated for Christmas.:rotfl2: I t has become part of our normal Christmas Holiday must do.:banana:

We've never been at christmas time :sad1: Would absolutely love to go then, it would be another dream trip for me! I love all things christmassy :cutie: Your photos are beautiful!! I wish I could take photos like that!! :hug:

[KAT4DISNEY]

Great shot from your wedding JoJo1980!

That's :cool1: :thumbsup2 Glad you like the WL. Have you been during the Chrismas Holiday? It doesn't even look normal to us when we see it not decorated for Christmas.:rotfl2: I t has become part of our normal Christmas Holiday must do.:banana:

Isn't that the truth! After being at the lodge during Christmas it seems kind of "naked" when it's not all dressed up! :lmao: I'm hoping that they have decorations up by the end of our Nov trip this year. I think it'll be close so the fingers are crossed. :santa:

I'm really getting excited after looking thru all these great pictures again! :dance3:

[topdog]

A photo of us from our wedding day, We got engaged on the dock during our first disney trip and now the Wilderness lodge is our second home :love:

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh214/DisneyBride2008/JoanneandDennis18949-15-08edited.jpg

Congratulation!!! You two look awesome.

[JoJo1980]

Great shot from your wedding JoJo1980!


Thanks! I've got lots more of the lodge, wedding one's and then one's we've taken from both our trips so i'll post them as soon as I can get them uploaded :surfweb:

Congratulation!!! You two look awesome.

Thankyou :love:

[DizneyNutz]

We've never been at christmas time :sad1: Would absolutely love to go then, it would be another dream trip for me!

I wish I could take photos like that!! :hug:


You need to experience it at the Christmas holiday.:thumbsup2 Remember THIS IS DISNEY where dreams DO come true.:cool1:


You most definately can, but you must be willing to tote around a full sized camera and tripod (at least some of the time, even if it is just in the evening walking around the resort grounds).:thumbsup2

[ccigliano]

That's :cool1: :thumbsup2 Glad you like the WL. Have you been during the Chrismas Holiday? It doesn't even look normal to us when we see it not decorated for Christmas.:rotfl2: I t has become part of our normal Christmas Holiday must do.:banana:

I know exactly what you mean and it has become part of our Christmas Holiday as well. My first visit to Disney was in early December 1997 for a business trip and we have gone every year around that time ever since (late Nov, early Dec). And ever since the VWL opened, we've been staying there for our Christmas Holiday trip:santa:. Now when I go back to VWL in March or May, it seems like something is missing:confused3.

[DizneyNutz]

I know exactly what you mean and it has become part of our Christmas Holiday as well. My first visit to Disney was in early December 1997 for a business trip and we have gone every year around that time ever since (late Nov, early Dec). And ever since the VWL opened, we've been staying there for our Christmas Holiday trip:santa:. Now when I go back to VWL in March or May, it seems like something is missing:confused3.

EXACTLY!:thumbsup2 We do NOT go at Dec. 24 or 25, but early Dec. late Nov. When everything is decorated. We LOVE it at that time of the year.:thumbsup2: But it doesn't look the same to us at other times of the year now to see it when it is not decorated.:rotfl2:

[JoJo1980]

I would love to go and see all the christmassy goodies! Probably at the very start of december before it gets too busy maybe? I've just been looking at availability of the villas and am not having much luck though :sad1: My husband and I have been discussing whether we can afford a trip this year and we're not too sure :sad1: but if we did manage to get something together it would either be a little trip for our anniversary in september or december time as either of those trips would be very special for us :wizard:

[DizneyNutz]

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[wdwgirl03]

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*sigh*

We just got back from our trip today. Had a great time at the VWL. It's hard to believe we were just there this morning. :sad2: Once I get my pictures uploaded I'll be sure to share them. :thumbsup2

[DizneyNutz]

*sigh*

We just got back from our trip today. Had a great time at the VWL. It's hard to believe we were just there this morning. :sad2: Once I get my pictures uploaded I'll be sure to share them. :thumbsup2

Glad you had a wonderful stay.:cool1: I know what you mean about just getting back and seeing it on the Disboards knowing you just left there. Looking forward to some new pictures. Thanks in advance:thumbsup2

[JoJo1980]

:cheer2:I'm in a total state of shock!!!! My husband has just said we can go disney in december and stay at the WL!!!! YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY

:banana::love::cloud9::woohoo::yay::dance3:

[DizneyNutz]

:cheer2:I'm in a total state of shock!!!! My husband has just said we can go disney in december and stay at the WL!!!! YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY

:banana::love::cloud9::woohoo::yay::dance3:

See I told you DREAMS DO COME TRUE at Disney.:cool1::banana::woohoo::yay:

[JoJo1980]

See I told you DREAMS DO COME TRUE at Disney.:cool1::banana::woohoo::yay:

You were so right!!! :woohoo: :hug: Any chance you want to pick some lottery numbers for me too? ;) :laughing:

I am soooo excited!! I've got so much planning to do now!! :surfweb:

[DizneyNutz]

You were so right!!! :woohoo: :hug: Any chance you want to pick some lottery numbers for me too? ;) :laughing:

I am soooo excited!! I've got so much planning to do now!! :surfweb:

Lottery numbers:rotfl2::rotfl2: The last winning ticket was sold in my neighboring state of South Carolina. It was only worth 260 million though.:scared1: Anyway have a great time planning.:cool1::cool1:

[JoJo1980]

Lottery numbers:rotfl2::rotfl2: The last winning ticket was sold in my neighboring state of South Carolina. It was only worth 260 million though.:scared1: Anyway have a great time planning.:cool1::cool1:


:scared1: 260 million!!! Wowsers!!! :eek: I can't wait to start planning, my mind definately isnt going to be on work today :laughing: Luckily i'm off on monday so I can have a long weekend full of planning :woohoo:

Thankyou for posting your beautiful photos by the way - they are making me really excited! The big christmas tree and all the decorations :cloud9::santa:

[Lou-Ann]

Great news. I hope you have luck getting a reservation for December as they are sometimes very hard to come by.

[DizneyNutz]

:scared1: 260 million!!! Wowsers!!! :eek: I can't wait to start planning, my mind definately isnt going to be on work today :laughing: Luckily i'm off on monday so I can have a long weekend full of planning :woohoo:

Thankyou for posting your beautiful photos by the way - they are making me really excited! The big christmas tree and all the decorations :cloud9::santa:

Thank you for the compliment.:thumbsup2 Wishing you and yours the MOST MAGICAL trip ever.pixiedust:pixiedust:pixiedust:pixiedust:

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[topdog]

Wow! DisneyNutz, you must be really crank up the exposure adjustment on that RAW file. I don't think I have ever seen the WL lobby that bright. Maybe the Christmas tree light really puts out a lot of candlelight power.

[DizneyNutz]

Wow! DisneyNutz, you must be really crank up the exposure adjustment on that RAW file. I don't think I have ever seen the WL lobby that bright. Maybe the Christmas tree light really puts out a lot of candlelight power.

No you are EXACTLY right Topdog!:thumbsup2: I do lighten up the the photo so everyone can see what is in the WL lobby, versus someone taking a dark photo where you can't see any details only the ambiance. I prefer to show everyone what is to be experienced at the WL.:cool1: That is an actual picture of the lobby with lighting added so everyone can see the nooks and crannies.:thumbsup2

[DizneyNutz]

:thumbsup2

[JoJo1980]

I've finally uploaded some of the pics from our stay at the villas at the wilderness lodge from our wedding / honeymoon trip last September :surfweb:

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[JoJo1980]

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[JoJo1980]

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[JoJo1980]

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[JoJo1980]

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