Bunnies and mooses and groupies, Oh my!!! The Wilderness Lodge groupies thread. 4.0

[DVCGeek]

Does anyone know what the tropical serenade has morphed into?

Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management?

II) Word Scrambler
Unscramble the letters below to find a list of Disney Parades.

These aren't usually my thing but I think I got two:

Spectromagic
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Boo to You
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[Disney loving Iowan]

Since we added on at VWL in 2004, we have gone every year for about ten days, Xmas to New Years plus a few extra. I retire from teaching last November, and now we're able to go before the Xmas rush, and enjoy the holiday ambience without the crazy crowds. We're doing 7 days at VWL and then 5 at AKV for way fewer points than we used when I was still teaching. More trips for us

Welcome! I see you are from one of my favorite places!! Hope you have a great trip.

 

[DisneyNutzy]

Hey Groupies,

Hope everyone is doing well and getting ready for their holiday trips. We are at 40 days. Muushka..congrats on Mr Muush getting a new job!

Hey Groupies...back home from the HH trip. What a lovely place and we're already thinking of going around the same time next year!

Granny - Glad to hear you enjoyed HH. I just booked 4 nights there in February. My mother in law has decided to winter in Savannah, GA instead of Florida so I decided to check out Hilton Head while we visit her. Muushka our dates are Feb. 15 - 19 for the trip list. Thanks.

 

[bobbiwoz]

Hey Groupies,

..
. My mother in law has decided to winter in Savannah, GA instead of Florida so I decided to check out Hilton Head while we visit her. Muushka our dates are Feb. 15 - 19 for the trip list. Thanks.

Wow, I can't wait to read what you have to say about HH in February! Early November was perfect for both Savannah and HHI. We're likely to want to go back some February as well!

Bobbi

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Another one who's visiting Hilton Head for the first time. Our trip is May 30-June 4th, 2010. Put us on the list!!

 

[Muushka]

atelasceeacratdpertinlimer....

Main Street Electrical Parade! (I think) That parade has THE HAPPIEST music ever written!

Another one who's visiting Hilton Head for the first time. Our trip is May 30-June 4th, 2010. Put us on the list!!

Will Do!

Hey Groupies,

Hope everyone is doing well and getting ready for their holiday trips. We are at 40 days. Muushka..congrats on Mr Muush getting a new job!


Granny - Glad to hear you enjoyed HH. I just booked 4 nights there in February. My mother in law has decided to winter in Savannah, GA instead of Florida so I decided to check out Hilton Head while we visit her. Muushka our dates are Feb. 15 - 19 for the trip list. Thanks.

Got those dates DisneyNutzy, and thank you for the congrats!

Since we added on at VWL in 2004, we have gone every year for about ten days, Xmas to New Years plus a few extra. I retire from teaching last November, and now we're able to go before the Xmas rush, and enjoy the holiday ambience without the crazy crowds. We're doing 7 days at VWL and then 5 at AKV for way fewer points than we used when I was still teaching. More trips for us

Well hello there sssteele. It sounds like you are heading for a fabulous vacation! Want me to add you to the first page?

 

[Muushka]

Hey Universal Studios/IOA people (JimmyTammy!)

Costco has their 3 month, 2 park unlimited passes for $89.95! I saw it at the store today, but it is not on the internet. Good luck!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Hey Groupies...back home from the HH trip. What a lovely place and we're already thinking of going around the same time next year!

Hi Granny...glad u had a nice trip ! We were able to visit Disney's HH for the first time this August. Very nice. In my mind though, I had imagined it to be out in the boondocks somewhere. From the pics I had seen prior to our visit, it looks so far removed. Was suprised when we drove up on it, and it was like right there in the middle of shopping and all......yet felt private.......
DisnyNutzy and BWV Dreamin....have fun planning your upcoming trips there.

Very excited for you groupies with upcoming trips to WDW and the VWL Meet this Dec. I will be living vicariously through your trip reports and photos---so I expect LOTS !

Maria

 

[DisneyNutzy]

Need some groupies advice. After booking HH using points I went to my AAA site to see what the cash price would be for the same 2BR we booked. I was able to get a 2BR for 146.25 a night for a total of 585. I used 96 points for the same room. For that price I am considering saving my points and just using cash. From a strictly economic point a view I could rent those points for at least $960...not that I would ever give up my points..lol Am I missing something? Any disadvantage to going with a cash ressie? Heck, I should even get daily mousekeeping with cash, right?

 

[Granny]

Need some groupies advice. After booking HH using points I went to my AAA site to see what the cash price would be for the same 2BR we booked. I was able to get a 2BR for 146.25 a night for a total of 585. I used 96 points for the same room. For that price I am considering saving my points and just using cash. From a strictly economic point a view I could rent those points for at least $960...not that I would ever give up my points..lol Am I missing something? Any disadvantage to going with a cash ressie? Heck, I should even get daily mousekeeping with cash, right?

Wow, that's a heck of a nightly price for a 2BR villa. You're right, you could come out ahead with renting the points but of course then you have the hassle of renting points to make less than $400 net. Less than that actually if your rate doesn't include tax.

It mostly depends on how you are sitting with points. We actually had some points we had to "burn", so it worked out well for us to use our points. But the rate you quote is so attractive it is hard to beat.

If you are a little short on points or really want daily mousekeeping (we'd prefer not to have that) then I guess I'd jump on the cash offer.

Hi Granny...glad u had a nice trip ! We were able to visit Disney's HH for the first time this August. Very nice. In my mind though, I had imagined it to be out in the boondocks somewhere. From the pics I had seen prior to our visit, it looks so far removed. Was suprised when we drove up on it, and it was like right there in the middle of shopping and all......yet felt private.......

Maria...I know what you mean. I didn't know what to expect knowing that Disney's HH resort is so far from the beach (1.5 miles). But since it is nestled in the Shelter Cover area with the marina, shops and restaurants it really has a lot to offer. At some point I'll post a couple of pictures.

 

[DisneyNutzy]

Wow, that's a heck of a nightly price for a 2BR villa. You're right, you could come out ahead with renting the points but of course then you have the hassle of renting points to make less than $400 net. Less than that actually if your rate doesn't include tax.

It mostly depends on how you are sitting with points. We actually had some points we had to "burn", so it worked out well for us to use our points. But the rate you quote is so attractive it is hard to beat.

Hi Granny,
I agree that price seems too good to be true. I have a feeling AAA is going to tell me they made a mistake. I held the booking pending a AAA agent contacting me to confirm this is actually a 2BR. Here is the email I received. If it is a legit price for a 2BR I will keep the points and book with cash.

Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort
22 Harbourside Ln
HILTON HEAD ISLAND,SC 29928 USA
Phone: (843) 341-4100
Fax: (843) 341-4130
Check in: 2/15/2010
Check out: 2/19/2010
Adults: 2
Children: 3
$146.25 USD Nightly Rate
Confirmation Number: Pending - travel agent will contact you Record Locator:
XXXX

***********************************************************************************
Reservation Information (including cancellation policy)
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_________________________________________
Cancellation
Reservation Must Be Cancelled 6 Days Prior To Arrival
To Avoid A Cancellation Penalty Of 1 Night Room And Tax
Per Room.
_________________________________________
Room
Two Bedroom Vacation Home. Master Bedroom Suite Has 1 King Bed
And A Whirlpool Tub. Second Bedroom Has 2 Queen Beds. There Is
_________________________________________
Guarantee/deposit
A Deposit Of The First Night Room And Tax Is Required
Please See Hoddw/Deposit
_________________________________________
Property Location
22 Harbourside Land
Hilton Head Island Sc 29928-0000
_________________________________________
Property
Rollaway or Extra Bedding Not Available
Cribs Available
_________________________________________
Checkin/checkout
Check In Time: 4.00pm
Check Out Time: 1100
***********************************************************************************
Thank you for booking your accommodation with us.

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[DisneyNutzy]

Well I just heard back from AAA and it seems there are no 2BR's available at the AAA rate. Knew it was too good. AAA said 146 was the correct rate if available.

Need some groupies advice. After booking HH using points I went to my AAA site to see what the cash price would be for the same 2BR we booked. I was able to get a 2BR for 146.25 a night for a total of 585. I used 96 points for the same room. For that price I am considering saving my points and just using cash. From a strictly economic point a view I could rent those points for at least $960...not that I would ever give up my points..lol Am I missing something? Any disadvantage to going with a cash ressie? Heck, I should even get daily mousekeeping with cash, right?

 

[blossomz]

Good Morning Groupies!

Nice to have you back Granny! Keep those warm thoughts of HH with you as you head back to work in the 'real' world today.

Thinking of you Kathy as you bathe in the warmth of the sun at our favorite place. Hope you're able to get a preview of the Christmas decorations.

Just a reminder to all our Groupie friends: Get your pics, cards, well-wishes ect. of/for Ranger Stan to Jimmy ASAP.

Hoping to see and meeting as many of you as possible at the Groupie meet on Dec. 8th.

Just for you WD.... 23 days for us....

Ok..I must have missed it...but where can we send them?

 

[DisneyNutzy]

Ok..I must have missed it...but where can we send them?

I Missed this too.

 

[jimmytammy]

Ok..I must have missed it...but where can we send them?

You can either PM them to me, send via email at kmwcdw@bellsouth.net or send them to my home address. If you need that address, just PM me and I will give it you. Not that I dont trust anyone here cause yall are all friends, but you never know who might be lurking

 

[Muushka]

Ok..I must have missed it...but where can we send them?

Why, just 2 minutes ago I emailed our picture to FORS (Friend of Ranger Stan) JimmyTammy!

You can either PM them to me, send via email at kmwcdw@bellsouth.net or send them to my home address. If you need that address, just PM me and I will give it you. Not that I dont trust anyone here cause yall are all friends, but you never know who might be lurking

Yeah! Like me!!!​

Boooowaaaaahaaahaaahaaaa ​

 

[Inkmahm]

Today was rough... my first day of outplacement and understanding of just what is ahead of me in a job search in this economy. I came to the DIS for some pixie dust and hugs. That's out of character for me, really. I'm just not feeling so strong right now. I'm still trying to remind myself I'm in great shape compared to most unemployed people. My head knows that, but my stomach disagrees.

Looking forward to my break in Dec for our VWL/cruise/BLT trip. Only 3 weeks from tomorrow, yay!

 

[DiznyDi]

Hugs to you Inkmahm. Get a good nights rest and start your day tomorrow refreshed with a smile on your face. coming your way!

 

[twinklebug]

Hang in there Inkmahm, I've been out of work more times than I'd like to admit due to companies going under or as a part of a layoff. I know how it makes you feel -- It's like a combo of being "dumped" mixed with the uncertainty of what the future holds. Unfortunately this is a stage almost all of us go through. (((HUGS)))

Chin up! Eyes to the stars! and Start dreaming up a new future for yourself... you'll find it and it will find you. The key is: don't give up hope. We know you can do it!

 

[lisah0711]

Today was rough... my first day of outplacement and understanding of just what is ahead of me in a job search in this economy. I came to the DIS for some pixie dust and hugs. That's out of character for me, really. I'm just not feeling so strong right now. I'm still trying to remind myself I'm in great shape compared to most unemployed people. My head knows that, but my stomach disagrees.

Looking forward to my break in Dec for our VWL/cruise/BLT trip. Only 3 weeks from tomorrow, yay!

to you Inkmahm for a rough day and rough journey ahead. This Walt Disney quote that we were discussing on the Biggest Loser Challenge just yesterday comes to mind. "All the adversity I've had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me... You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you." - Walt Disney. I hope that these obstacles turn out to be a good thing for you in the end, sorry you have to experience the adversity to get to the other side.