VWL Groupies...yes, we love the Lodge!!

[jimmytammy]

We're staying at VWL February 10-15. We won't be getting WDW park admission this trip. We're probably going to spend a day at Sea World, and visit Bok Tower Gardens one day, and probably visit family on the coast one day. We have one more day to fill. We're wondering if there any things for an old, overweight, out of shape couple to do at the resort that we don't know about. On previous trips we've rented water sprites, taken the lodge tour, and walked to Ft. Wilderness.

1st, let me say Welcome to the groupies vacationer1954!!!!
Just hanging out at the resort, taking in the ambiance of it all is a great way to spend the day at WL/VWL. Carolewood Pacific Room by the fireplace with a cup o Joe or hot chocolate is a good place to start, play checkers there, enjoy a good book, or just take a nap. Listen to the music playing faintly in the background, and watch the lanterns flicker while the crickets chirp at night.

 

[jimmytammy]

Kathy
Dont mean to worry you. I think for us its not so much about the beds, though the ones at DVC are more comfortable, its more the state of mind. I just feel more relaxed at a DVC resort, its just feels like home. But you are going to be in WDW, and you are probably like the rest of us, you would stay in a tent if it meant you were in WDW

 

[jimmytammy]

A couple shots from our front door area

Our 1st attempt at playing Sorcerers of the MK

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Birthday twinklebug!!!!

 

[Muushka]

Think of it as an adventure and you'll be fine... kind of like upscaled camping Oh, and don't forget to pack the TP!

... seriously, bring it.

I almost spit out my coffee on this one Twink

We're staying at VWL February 10-15. We won't be getting WDW park admission this trip. We're probably going to spend a day at Sea World, and visit Bok Tower Gardens one day, and probably visit family on the coast one day. We have one more day to fill. We're wondering if there any things for an old, overweight, out of shape couple to do at the resort that we don't know about. On previous trips we've rented water sprites, taken the lodge tour, and walked to Ft. Wilderness.

1954? If that is the year born, a very good year!

JimmyTammy offered some great suggestions. Plus WL has some great areas to explore, go on an expedition!

You are right, JT, it is much more than the beds. All of my complaints came flooding to my head and I started to type them, but I didn't want it to bash 'the accident' that badly.

Love, love love the pictures JT. Thanks for posting!

 

[DiznyDi]

Happy Birthday Twinklebug!
Hope it's extra-special for you in every way!

JT - we'll be joining you..... tomorrow So enjoying your photos - makes packing that much more pleasant knowing whats ahead. Many thanks!

 

[keliblue]

Can't wait for our Saturday arrival !! HELP !! those that are there now, can you give me a weather report for packing .. Shorts during the day ? pants at night ? Jackets ?

thanks !! Can't wait to see you all Saturday night

 

[jimmytammy]

Thanks folks for the nice comments about the photos, Im enjoying sharing them

Yesterday, we met up with friends from home and enjoyed MK together. We ate at LTT for lunch, then did the new Sorcerers game. Lots of fun, and a different way to exp. MK. Then we headed to POR to see YeeHa Bob and Tammy got to lead us all in clapping while sitting on his piano stool, then she lead us doing the Rumba around the room. Its so funny because she is somewhat shy and reserved.

Just saw the grand opening of the new Fantasyland with Jordan Sparks singing, Tom Staggs(Bigwig within the WDW Co.)and Jennifer Goodwin(Snow White from Once Upon a Time) along with many characters and some clowns from Circusland on TV here. It was pretty cool. Im sure there is a posting of it by now on YouTube.

Going to HS today with friends, eating at 50s then hoping to see Fantasmic. Havent seen it in awhile.

 

[jimmytammy]

Can't wait for our Saturday arrival !! HELP !! those that are there now, can you give me a weather report for packing .. Shorts during the day ? pants at night ? Jackets ?

thanks !! Can't wait to see you all Saturday night

I have been in shorts everyday since last Fri. I would bring a pair of pants and sweatshirt to be safe. Nights havent been bad. Im sure if you are going to be sitting or still for awhile at night, a light jacket may be nice to have, but weather has been very pleasant so far. I have been checking out Weatherchannel.com everyday and they have been spot on. You can do a 10 forecast with them for Disneyworld.

 

[keliblue]

I have been in shorts everyday since last Fri. I would bring a pair of pants and sweatshirt to be safe. Nights havent been bad. Im sure if you are going to be sitting or still for awhile at night, a light jacket may be nice to have, but weather has been very pleasant so far. I have been checking out Weatherchannel.com everyday and they have been spot on. You can do a 10 forecast with them for Disneyworld.

Thanks JT glad to hear it.. See you soon !!

 

[Kathymford]

Think of it as an adventure and you'll be fine... kind of like upscaled camping Oh, and don't forget to pack the TP!

... seriously, bring it.

Haha. I don't care.

 

[horselover]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TWINKLEBUG!!!

 

[twokats]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TWINKLEBUG!!!

I also wish you the happiest of days, twinklebug!
Hope it is the best.




Have any of you seen the rumor that Cars Land is coming to WDW.
Supposedly Disney is going to make the announcement possibly this week.
It will go in DHS in the place of Lights, Motors, Action and the Backlot Tour area if more space is needed.
Guess we will see. They will have a lot going on if they do that and the Avatars over in Animal Kingdom.



Also, welcome to vacationer1954. I agree with Muushka, if 1954 is year born a very great year!!!

 

[Muushka]

I also wish you the happiest of days, twinklebug!
Hope it is the best.




Have any of you seen the rumor that Cars Land is coming to WDW.
Supposedly Disney is going to make the announcement possibly this week.
It will go in DHS in the place of Lights, Motors, Action and the Backlot Tour area if more space is needed.
Guess we will see. They will have a lot going on if they do that and the Avatars over in Animal Kingdom.



Also, welcome to vacationer1954. I agree with Muushka, if 1954 is year born a very great year!!!

Ohhh, we could form a 1954 club!!!

Happy Birthday twinklebug!! I hope you have a great birthday. So, where shall we meet for lunch?
I may be just a few hours late.....

 

[rfassett]

Happy Birthday Twinklebug!!!!!

JT- love all the pictures and the reports. Wish I were there!

To all those there and going soon - Godspeed!!!! Have a very MAGICAL time!!!

 

[MiaSRN62]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TWINKLEBUG !!!​

 

[keliblue]

I'm leeeeeavvvving on a jet plane... don't know when I'll be back again that songs been stuck in my head all morning....lol

 

[tea pot]

We're staying at VWL February 10-15. We won't be getting WDW park admission this trip. We're probably going to spend a day at Sea World, and visit Bok Tower Gardens one day, and probably visit family on the coast one day. We have one more day to fill. We're wondering if there any things for an old, overweight, out of shape couple to do at the resort that we don't know about. On previous trips we've rented water sprites, taken the lodge tour, and walked to Ft. Wilderness.

A Big Groupie Welcome vacationer 1954

We're looking forward to a visit to Bok Tower Gardens in Feb as well
I have been looking at their web site and they seem to have some
wonderful Christmas programs
I haven't been yet but our DD recommends it highly

http://boktowergardens.org/

Bok Tower is a tower of bells.... beautiful!
here's the web page .... the bells are a special type where the bell itself doesn't move just the clappers and they have to be played.

Kathy
Dont mean to worry you. I think for us its not so much about the beds, though the ones at DVC are more comfortable, its more the state of mind. I just feel more relaxed at a DVC resort, its just feels like home. But you are going to be in WDW, and you are probably like the rest of us, you would stay in a tent if it meant you were in WDW

Amen

Hey Jimmy You and those ZITI sisters... lookk good in Red

thanks for all the pics!


Happy Belated Birthday TWINKLEBUG

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Hey Maria did you make the cupcake?

 

[MiaSRN62]

teapot.....oh how I wish I had the time to make cute cupcakes like that !!!! Once this semester is over I will be experimenting with some of my MANY Pinterest recipes though !!!

Keliblue....I always get that song in my head when I fly too !!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Sorry folks for not checking in sooner today. Ts friend Tearsa came over today so they could finish up a blanket they have been crocheting for my mom of Scarlett O Hara. So Casey and me went to DQ for awhile, and got sensory overloaded. He was ready to go sooner than I expected, no fuss from me

We are heading over to meet friends from back home at Ragland Rd. at 8. Looking forward to catching with everyone tomorrow at 8 at BLT.

BTW, if yall know about Ye Haa Bob, he has us posted on his weekly pics, 1st pic top left, our friends are just to our right in the next pic.