VWL Groupies & Lovers Thread (Special Collectors Edition 2.0) updated 21 June 2023

jimmytammy · Nov 25, 2015

pmaurer74 said:
Thank you for our CD!

You are welcome, hope you enjoy!

jimmytammy · Nov 25, 2015

Lakegirl said:
Where can we find that? Sounds great!!
PM me your address and I will get you one. For the life of me, Im not sure where mine came from, but kept it on I Tunes(in fact as I write this, listening to it)

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jimmytammy · Nov 25, 2015

pmaurer74 said:
these?

or are they Elk?

I am pretty sure they are Moose

theww228 · Nov 25, 2015

The 2 older kids exploring the little square windows at the front of the lodge.

Dizny Dad · Nov 25, 2015

pmaurer74 said:
these?

or are they Elk?

Yes, the antlers are Moose Antlers. I made DiznyDi a Christmas Wreath a couple of years ago with a full, large Moose Shed (antler) I bought on the internet. Folks make a living collecting sheds dropped by lots of different animals. (Mostly the ones with antlers and horns :rolleyes1

) There are lots of places that sell them; most are singles, but you can get a set at a much higher price. If interested, be sure the tips are not chewed if possible; Mickey and his friends chew on the shed antlers for the minerals, and it can really detract from the Shed, so get a picture of the Shed you are buying. I took mine to a local florist to install into a large wreath and add some holiday bling.

jmassey1samchi · Nov 25, 2015

Seeing the pictures of the decorated lodge makes the anticipation even greater! December 10th can't come fast enough! First year as a dvc'er and this will be our first time staying at the lodge during Christmas. I tell ya, booking something in January for December makes for a pretty tough wait.
Also, wanted to ask about getting to epcot from the lodge. Does taking the boat to MK and then the monorail take much longer than the bus? Seems like the boat ride/monorail would be so much more fun. Hope everyone has a great thanksgiving!

Kathymford · Nov 25, 2015

jmassey1samchi said:
Seeing the pictures of the decorated lodge makes the anticipation even greater! December 10th can't come fast enough! First year as a dvc'er and this will be our first time staying at the lodge during Christmas. I tell ya, booking something in January for December makes for a pretty tough wait.
Also, wanted to ask about getting to epcot from the lodge. Does taking the boat to MK and then the monorail take much longer than the bus? Seems like the boat ride/monorail would be so much more fun. Hope everyone has a great thanksgiving!

My first stay at the lodge was at Christmas also; very similar week.

Sigh. Anyhow, for that trip, we decided to have a "no buses" trip (other than ME of course) and took boats and monorails everywhere. It definitely took longer, but it was awesome. We just love the boats.

Granny · Nov 25, 2015

jmassey1samchi said:
Also, wanted to ask about getting to epcot from the lodge. Does taking the boat to MK and then the monorail take much longer than the bus? Seems like the boat ride/monorail would be so much more fun. Hope everyone has a great thanksgiving!

Yes, it will take substantially longer than the bus. But as you and Jimmy point out, if you're not in a rush, the boat/monorail combo is a great way to go!

Have an awesome stay! :santa:

KAT4DISNEY · Nov 25, 2015

jmassey1samchi said:
Seeing the pictures of the decorated lodge makes the anticipation even greater! December 10th can't come fast enough! First year as a dvc'er and this will be our first time staying at the lodge during Christmas. I tell ya, booking something in January for December makes for a pretty tough wait.
Also, wanted to ask about getting to epcot from the lodge. Does taking the boat to MK and then the monorail take much longer than the bus? Seems like the boat ride/monorail would be so much more fun. Hope everyone has a great thanksgiving!

I'll just back up that yes, that will take 2 or more likely 3 times longer. Then the question becomes is it about the journey or spending the least amount of time getting to the destination. If I'm bopping around I enjoy a monorail or boat ride but if I wish to get somewhere in the fastest way possible I have no issues with the buses. In fact, we ride the VWL to MK bus fairly frequently since it's soooo convenient. But I have a history of boats waiting until I'm running down the dock and then casting off right in front of me. They got me last trip in Oct too and it was just on a visit to the lodge so the only boat ride we tried from there. :sad1:

ccigliano · Nov 25, 2015

For the first time since 1997, I will not be at Disney to celebrate Christmas

. I have also stayed at the WLV every year since it opened in late November and December. We decided to forgo our Christmas trip since we will be heading down at the end of January. I love the Lodge and hope the construction is a positive change and we still have a quiet cozy place to rest after walking miles daily. I would love the Lodge Christmas music but don't want to bather anyone - is there a list of titles somewhere that I can download from iTunes? Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! :santa:

theww228 · Nov 25, 2015

jmassey1samchi said:
Seeing the pictures of the decorated lodge makes the anticipation even greater! December 10th can't come fast enough! First year as a dvc'er and this will be our first time staying at the lodge during Christmas. I tell ya, booking something in January for December makes for a pretty tough wait.
Also, wanted to ask about getting to epcot from the lodge. Does taking the boat to MK and then the monorail take much longer than the bus? Seems like the boat ride/monorail would be so much more fun. Hope everyone has a great thanksgiving!

I agree that the boat and monorail option is very enjoyable if you have the time. We try to do it once every trip.

ccigliano · Nov 25, 2015

I just noticed on the Resorts board that paying guests at the Lodge are getting $100 credits as compensation for the construction if they booked before the announcement of the construction. Are DVC members who booked prior getting any discount in their points? Or other compensation? I only think that a credit of points would be fair considering that the WLV are impacted much more than the Lodge and we shouldn't be treated differently just because we paid for our vacations upfront.

Kathymford · Nov 25, 2015

ccigliano said:
I just noticed on the Resorts board that paying guests at the Lodge are getting $100 credits as compensation for the construction if they booked before the announcement of the construction. Are DVC members who booked prior getting any discount in their points? Or other compensation? I only think that a credit of points would be fair considering that the WLV are impacted much more than the Lodge and we shouldn't be treated differently just because we paid for our vacations upfront.

I got a phone call a while back offering to move us (our trip is in January). I opted to stay since I wanted to be in the MK area, and asked if there was anything else they could offer for the closed amenities and they gave me PH passes.

ccigliano · Nov 25, 2015

I think park hoppers is a nice gesture. My trip is actually at the beginning of February so maybe I'll get a call soon and will know to ask. Thanks so much!

jimmytammy · Nov 25, 2015

CC, not sure if ITunes has any of that music without purchasing individual tunes. I think I got mine from back in the day when folks were able to post them for free and a simple download did the trick. I am more than happy to make a CD for you, just PM me your address.

jimmytammy · Nov 25, 2015

Wanted to wish everyone a early Happy Thanksgiving! We have 70 plus folks OTW for lunch tomorrow so wanted to make sure I wished all a great one. Part of what I am thankful for...you folks. Lots of love to you and yours ::yes::

sleepydog25 · Nov 25, 2015

ccigliano said:
I think park hoppers is a nice gesture. My trip is actually at the beginning of February so maybe I'll get a call soon and will know to ask. Thanks so much!

We're there in mid to late Feb, as well, and we've yet to get a call. It will be interesting to see if we do. Waiting. . . :rolleyes1

tea pot · Nov 26, 2015

Happy Thanksgiving Groupies
May God Bless each and
everyone of you and yours

This year Mr teapot and I are Thankful
For our first grandchild
It's a Boy a healthy and happy 7lb 5oz bundle of love
Born last Monday morning
As my dear mother in law would say
I'm a Happy Women !

Corinne · Nov 26, 2015

Happy Thanksgiving Groupies! I hope you all enjoy your day.

Corinne · Nov 26, 2015

tea pot said:
Happy Thanksgiving Groupies
May God Bless each and
everyone of you and yours

This year Mr teapot and I are Thankful
For our first grandchild
It's a Boy a healthy and happy 7lb 5oz bundle of love
Born last Monday morning
As my dear mother in law would say
I'm a Happy Women !

Congratulations Teapot! Blessings to you all!

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