A Salute to Food & Wine but Mostly Wine..12/21 FINAL THOUGHTS...a Solo Trip Adventure

Since we live in Orlando, I never really thought about DVC, but now that I heard you can use your points to travel other places, I feel the need to look into it. And Mitch said he'd listen too. :cool1: But I have no idea where we'd get the money either. :rolleyes:
 
OK repeat after me (clicking your red heels may help :lmao: ) "Someday I will own DVC. Someday I will own DVC."


Now that you are in the right frame of mind, wait until you are ready and then pick a resort that you like. From a cost point of view, since you enjoyed OKW, when you are ready, you may want to look at OKW since it has the cheapest resale cost of the on-site resorts.

I am clicking my heels as we speak! :goodvibes I was pleasantly surprised to learn that OKW is the lowest points values and resale cost. I almost always pick the most expensive thing possible without even trying!! :laughing:

I'd be more than happy to extend my trip:lmao: but I think DH would have a heart attack!!

I know how you feel!! I have to get EVERYTHING done this week... Tonite is my last nite to work for the week... so I have the next 7 off. Then i work 3nites...then vacay starts YAY!!! Unfortunately with the long overnite shifts...i accomplish NOTHING on days that I work...except a shower, and that is about it:rotfl2:
In a way it seems almost more stressful only having ME to get ready to go... because I have to make sure those staying home have clean clothes and don't starve!!!LOL:rotfl:

I've never had to worry about going grocery shopping BEFORE a vacation!!!

Paula

Yikes! That is a lot to get coordinated before you go. But it will be worth it!!!

Since we live in Orlando, I never really thought about DVC, but now that I heard you can use your points to travel other places, I feel the need to look into it. And Mitch said he'd listen too. :cool1: But I have no idea where we'd get the money either. :rolleyes:

I am totally tempted by the new DVC in Hawaii! :beach: Although I couldn't even afford the airfare let alone the purchase price!
 
Those photos from Old Key West are beautiful! I had no idea it was so pretty! I am right there with you about wanting to own DVC! Of course, right now, my heart's desire is a full tank of gas and no crazy lines at the gas station.
 
Those photos from Old Key West are beautiful! I had no idea it was so pretty! I am right there with you about wanting to own DVC! Of course, right now, my heart's desire is a full tank of gas and no crazy lines at the gas station.

OKW is very pretty. You definitely forget you're in Disney World. It is very laid back.

:scared1: I've heard it is crazy some places but so far in Connecticut it is business as usual. Hope it stays that way!!
 

OKW is very pretty. You definitely forget you're in Disney World. It is very laid back.

:scared1: I've heard it is crazy some places but so far in Connecticut it is business as usual. Hope it stays that way!!

It is mainly the Southeast that is having difficulties. It's really bad.
 
Ahhhhh....DVC....:cloud9: We plan to do the tour in November. I am sure DH will be instantly hooked - he's the more "throw caution to the wind" type and I'm the "can we afford this? will we get our money worth?" type.

I'm thinking re-sale, and at OKW or SSR, the cheaper resorts. Though, I KNOW we both will love BLT (:lmao:)...
 
Is it just me or are these guys and gals genius?! I get totally choked up at the "time of your life/what will you celebrate" commercials. I'm such a sap! I wonder if they recognize the 2nd Tuesday of the month or I've escaped the awfulness that is my work celebrations?? ;)

23 days!!!! :cool1: :banana:
 
Is it just me or are these guys and gals genius?! I get totally choked up at the "time of your life/what will you celebrate" commercials. I'm such a sap! I wonder if they recognize the 2nd Tuesday of the month or I've escaped the awfulness that is my work celebrations?? ;)

23 days!!!! :cool1: :banana:

:lmao: :rotfl: :rotfl2: Don't worry, I am a sap, too!

The two times I have called (once to change my resort and once to make a payment), the CMs have asked me if we are celebrating anything -- and then seem to make a point to say, "Really anything can be a celebration." So, my guess is that they do recognize 2nd Tuesday and Escape from Awfulness. :laughing:
 
Ahhhhh....DVC....:cloud9: We plan to do the tour in November. I am sure DH will be instantly hooked - he's the more "throw caution to the wind" type and I'm the "can we afford this? will we get our money worth?" type.

I'm thinking re-sale, and at OKW or SSR, the cheaper resorts. Though, I KNOW we both will love BLT (:lmao:)...

I think I may do the tour too on an upcoming trip. I'm not sure I can resist. Although the economy and stock prices are not helping!!:sad2:

:lmao: :rotfl: :rotfl2: Don't worry, I am a sap, too!

The two times I have called (once to change my resort and once to make a payment), the CMs have asked me if we are celebrating anything -- and then seem to make a point to say, "Really anything can be a celebration." So, my guess is that they do recognize 2nd Tuesday and Escape from Awfulness. :laughing:

I can picture the escape from awfulness button now. :thumbsup2
 
When we went to WL during our trip, there was a notice in our room that if we went to the presentation they would give $100 gift certifcate that could used on food, souvenirs and such. I really wish we had found the time to do it. So look for one of those in your room, it wasn't in our Pop room, only in our WL room. :goodvibes
 
When we went to WL during our trip, there was a notice in our room that if we went to the presentation they would give $100 gift certifcate that could used on food, souvenirs and such. I really wish we had found the time to do it. So look for one of those in your room, it wasn't in our Pop room, only in our WL room. :goodvibes

LL I'm glad I popped over here!!! I was figuring on doing the tour too... i didn't know that they did that!! I'll have to look for it, or ask someone:thumbsup2

Hey Christine!! Maybe we'll be able to meet up next year when we "go HOME"!!!


Paula
 
When we went to WL during our trip, there was a notice in our room that if we went to the presentation they would give $100 gift certifcate that could used on food, souvenirs and such. I really wish we had found the time to do it. So look for one of those in your room, it wasn't in our Pop room, only in our WL room. :goodvibes

LL- thanks for the tip! That would be so cool! Hmmm wonder what I would spend $100 on....

LL I'm glad I popped over here!!! I was figuring on doing the tour too... i didn't know that they did that!! I'll have to look for it, or ask someone:thumbsup2

Hey Christine!! Maybe we'll be able to meet up next year when we "go HOME"!!!


Paula

That would be great, Paula!! Let me know if you do the tour (and of course if you decide to buy!!! or win it in the YOAMD!)
 
I have to tell you I am just so giddy about my trip that I don't know how I'm going to get through the next 22 days! I don't want to focus on anything that isn't Disney related. There's too much to do:

  • I need new kicks/sneaks
  • I need to cash in my change bucket for some "extra" spending money
  • I need to figure out how to use my camera!!
  • I need to ensure I have the right amount of memory cards
  • I need to figure out how to link my camera to my new laptop so that perhaps I MIGHT be able to do live updates.
  • I need to assess the summer wardrobe and see if I "need" anything new
  • I 'need' to check the menus for the 100th time to decide what I'm going to dine on
  • I need to figure out what my response to bounceback will be... what should I book and when??? Note I didn't ask IF I should book! ;)
  • I need to figure out how photopass works!
  • I need to make a pilgrimage to Home Depot for LGMH's!!
  • I want/need to make custom iron-on shirts- especially for MNSSHP
  • I need to remember where I put my MNSSHP ticket for safe-keeping! :scared1:
  • I need to order H20 bottles for delivery to the room
  • I need to decide what bag I'm carrying in the parks- most likely I need to buy a new one -- I'm leaning Vera
I'm sure there are a hundred more trip related things I need to do and a never-ending list of work things. How am I going to get it all done??? :eek:

I'm going to Disney World THIS MONTH!!!!!!!!!!!!! :cool1: :yay: :cheer2: :yay: :cool1:
 
DVC is so awesome. Thanks for sharing your pictures of Old Key West...they are beautiful. It's my goal to stay in all of the DVC resorts sometime...2 down, a third in December, and hopefully all the rest in the future!

YAY for going to Disney World this month! :banana: :banana: I'm jealous. :snooty:
 
DVC is so awesome. Thanks for sharing your pictures of Old Key West...they are beautiful. It's my goal to stay in all of the DVC resorts sometime...2 down, a third in December, and hopefully all the rest in the future!

YAY for going to Disney World this month! :banana: :banana: I'm jealous. :snooty:

Well there's a motivating goal!!! You're well on your way!! :goodvibes

I feel like you do all the time! :rotfl:

OMG! You are going to Disney this month!!! Woo hoo!!! :banana: :banana: :banana:

I can't even begin to explain how giddy I am. 3 weeks from tonight is Disney Eve!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :mickeybar :mickeybar :mickeybar :mickeybar :mickeybar
 
  • I need new kicks/sneaks
  • Oh, but I love my Crocs Athens
  • I need to figure out how to use my camera!!
  • Let me know when you figure it out!
  • I need to ensure I have the right amount of memory cards
  • If your laptop has a memory card, then just upload daily so you don't have to worry.
  • I need to figure out how to link my camera to my new laptop so that perhaps I MIGHT be able to do live updates.
  • It should have a slot for your memory card in it.
  • I need to figure out what my response to bounceback will be... what should I book and when??? Note I didn't ask IF I should book! ;)
  • Oct-Nov before Thanksgiving, First part of Dec, Jan-mid March
  • I need to decide what bag I'm carrying in the parks- most likely I need to buy a new one -- I'm leaning Vera
  • I do love my Vera.
You're going to Disney this month! :banana:

 
2xcited2sleep said:
I need new kicks/sneaks

you better get crackin if you want them broken in!!!!


[*] I need to cash in my change bucket for some "extra" spending money

Change buckets are like "found money"!! I'm always suprised how fast pennies add up!


[*] I need to figure out how to link my camera to my new laptop so that perhaps I MIGHT be able to do live updates.

I decided to take my laptop (So I had to buy a new Vera laptop case to match my "park bag" today:lmao: ) but I'm not gonna promise live updates:rotfl:

[*] I 'need' to check the menus for the 100th time to decide what I'm going to dine on

Mmmmmmm food!!! Did you see the menu (with prices) is posted for F&W???? I'm so deciding what I'm eating there!!! I'll need $100 just for grazing $$!!!

[*] I need to figure out what my response to bounceback will be... what should I book and when??? Note I didn't ask IF I should book! ;)

I think that DH and I are going childless on BB Aug21-27th at WL. I thought in case hurricaine Ralph or someone shows up that a NICE resort would be a pleasant respite!!:rotfl:

[*] I want/need to make custom iron-on shirts- especially for MNSSHP

I still need to do that too:scared1:


[*] I need to remember where I put my MNSSHP ticket for safe-keeping! :scared1:

:scared1: :scared1: :scared1:


[*] I need to decide what bag I'm carrying in the parks- most likely I need to buy a new one -- I'm leaning Vera

Gotta love it when you have an actual excuse to buy a new Vera!!! My DH rolls his eyes :sad2: every time I bring one home... he thinks they look like potholders:rotfl2:



Paula
 












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