Calling all Kentucky Bluegrass DVCers

[AirGoofy]

Trip report? I think I tried a trip report in 2008 but gave up. Let me get all those pictures uploaded and see what I can figure out.

 

[KyCruisinSusan]

Trip report? I think I tried a trip report in 2008 but gave up. Let me get all those pictures uploaded and see what I can figure out.

It's been 7 days AirGoofy, where's the pics. I know, I know, don't be so impatient, but I just can't help it. I need a fix

 

[loveswdw]

Hey all you KY DVCers! We just returned this weekend from a week at HHI. LOVED IT! Totally different vacation from WDW... much more laid back and relaxed. The villas were probably our favorite next to OKW. The 1BR was LARGE and roomy and the deck/balcony was HUGE. Our villa backed up to some horseshoe pits and one of the large hammocks. Lots of pool time which my boys loved (but don't get much of at WDW due to time). We ate probably 75 percent of the meals in our villa too. Much different than at WDW where we get the dining plan.

October was beautiful in HHI. Weather all week was upper 70s and sunny. Ocean was FREEZING though! Pools felt like a tepid bath. Aaaaahhhh... The private beach and beach house were great as there weren't many people at either.

The boys participated in a few of the resort activities. DS6 made the vacation pillow and went to the Unbirthday Party (his favorite activity!). DS2.5 learned about ladybugs. We all did the Shadow's Brer Rabbit Hunt, Shadow Tales and the campfire on Wed. evening. The boys loved meeting Shadow. And B'Lou Crabbe was a very interesting character. We got to spend a lot of time with him and Shadow at Shadow Tales as we were the only family who showed up!

The CMs at HHI are probably the best we've encountered on all our Disney trips. Each one we had the opportunity to interact with was fantastic and all went out of their way to make you feel welcome and make sure you were having a great trip.

In all, we are definitely planning to go back to HHI in the future.

 

[Rest&Relax]

Glad you had a great time! We talked about going a couple times but never have made it. Hope to make it there eventually.

 

[KyCruisinSusan]

Well I finally broke down and told my mother that we'd purchased DVC. I had been putting it off because she's not a huge fan of timeshares (having been involved with non Disney ones over the years) and she doesn't understand the way DVC works yet.

She has tried to warn me off fearing the cost and future maintance dues. She had to have a minor eye surgery on Thursday and she asked me to drive her to the hospital so I took advantage of her being under the influence of Valium and I told her all about it. As I had hoped she was fine with it and is looking forward to our July 2012 Sweet Sixteen Birthday trip we are planning for oldest DD

I can hardly wait for the next 40 days to pass until our first trip home so we can take lots of pics to show her how great it is. Come on Dec.

 

[AirGoofy]

Wow, since this board is so demanding , here is my version of a trip report.

I never took a picture of the Wilderness Lodge. See, I'm not really good at this. But, we went to church on Saturday night.

Not, getting into any religion discussion - just including the picture. We had a great meal at Fulton's Crab House that night - my favorite place to eat at WDW.

The next day, our first at MK.

It was a little more crowded than usual, but still not very. I will be able to compare against Spring Break next year. Then onto the BBB. They put hidden mickeys everywhere.

We at dinner at the castle. The food was horrible, but the girls enjoyed it. BTW, did I mention we did the DxDP. I am still stuffed from the experience.

The next stay we enjoyed the resort. We ate breakfast at WCC and dinner at HDDR. The show was really good. The food was ok, but it was nice to have several draft beers for dinner, even if it is Bud Light. The next morning, it is off to Ohana for breakfast.

The food, characters, and parade were fun as usual. Next, it's off to the Halloween party.

At the haunted mansion - she was really funny.

My 2nd favorite - the parade - although the Gravediggers picture did not turn out. Hallowishes was absolutely spectacular, and it turned out, we could see it from the balcony at Wilderness Lodge. Did not find that out until the last day we were there, but still fun.

After a day of rest and Welcome Home Wednesday, where my oldest answered an audience question. One of the participants answered there were 30 continents where DVCers could visit, and my 8 year old stole the answer. Made me feel proud. Then Artist Point for dinner.

Thursday, we added on Epcot. Originally, we decided not to go there, but changed and added it at the last minute. We were able to reserve Via Napoli and Le Cellier. Via Napoli had good pizza, but I expected more from WDW. Le Cellier was good for dinner - pretzel bread and fillet were excellent. However, the Turf Club at SSR has a great Prime Rib, and now that Le Cellier is going to be signature dining, we may skip that one in the future. We were also able to capture a picture for Duffy's 1st appearance to WDW.

This was another memorable and wonderful trip to WDW. I left out some restaurants and lots of other info, but the pressure was just to unbearable. Only 150 more days to Spring Break at the Boardwalk. But, who's counting and planning ...........

 

[KyCruisinSusan]

Excellent job Air Goofy, especially for someone who doesn't do trip reports.

Love the pics

My oldest DD absolutely loves crab legs and we're thinking of making that her b-day dinner when we take her in 2012 for Sweet 16, glad to hear a good recommendation.

Now we will wait with you until Spring break when you can add some more pics

Only 39 long days until we leave for AKV

 

[AirGoofy]

My oldest DD absolutely loves crab legs and we're thinking of making that her b-day dinner when we take her in 2012 for Sweet 16, glad to hear a good recommendation.

Only 39 long days until we leave for AKV

At Fulton's, not only did they have crab legs, they had Alaskan King Crab Claws, which are even sweeter than the crab legs. And, they even pre-cracked the claws. I could remove the shell with my hand and eat the whole large crab in one clump (although I didn't because I'm not 4). Our server even offered to remove the claw and crab for me - I declined. We need to see your pictures next. Have fun at AKV.

 

[Rest&Relax]

Airgoofy, enjoyed your pics and hearing about your trip, it just gets me more excited about visiting in Dec.

I agree about the Turf Club they have excellent food.

Sorry KyCruisinSusan but we leave before you do .

34 days and counting before we leave for BLT and a Disney Magical cruise.

 

[KYCruiseCrazy]

At Fulton's, not only did they have crab legs, they had Alaskan King Crab Claws, which are even sweeter than the crab legs. And, they even pre-cracked the claws. I could remove the shell with my hand and eat the whole large crab in one clump (although I didn't because I'm not 4). Our server even offered to remove the claw and crab for me - I declined. We need to see your pictures next. Have fun at AKV.

I'm afraid to know what that would cost. Does Fulton's have meat? I'm not much for seafood.

This is a strange night to try to watch sports. Monday Night Football on ESPN and the World Series on FOX. I think i'm getting carple tunnel in my thumb from all of the flipping.

 

[KYCruiseCrazy]

Airgoofy, enjoyed your pics and hearing about your trip, it just gets me more excited about visiting in Dec.

I agree about the Turf Club they have excellent food.

Sorry KyCruisinSusan but we leave before you do .

34 days and counting before we leave for BLT and a Disney Magical cruise.

You will get it warmed up for us then

We now have countdown timers

 

[KYCruiseCrazy]

Everyone get out there and vote? I see that a lot more people showed up in Ky then expected. I hope that everyone is having fun planning there trips to WDW. I will post a TR soon after I get back from my first DVC trip in Dec.

 

[AirGoofy]

I'm afraid to know what that would cost. Does Fulton's have meat? I'm not much for seafood.:

I think it was $50 for a 1 pound of crab claws. is right. But, I cannot find that here in KY.

 

[KyCruisinSusan]

OMG I was checking out Fulton's on AllEars web page and the most expensive entree' on the menu is $51.95 . We are HUGE fans of Discovery Channels Deadliest Catch (even though DH doesn't care for seafood)and my heart was broken when Capt' Phil Harris passed on but do I really want to pay an estimated $250.00 for dinner? Do I?

Air Goofy in your honest opinion is it worth it? DH about choked on his tongue when he saw the prices!!

And of course they have to serve red meat for DH to even consider eating there

DD would for sure take advantage of having her crab cracked for her especially on her birthday

I'm thinking the Cape May Clam Bake Dinner at Beach Club is sounding more reasonable. They have snow crablegs and other seafood to sample on the buffet. Plus "regular" food items for the rest of the family that doesnt' do fish.

Guess it depends on how many clams I can save between now and then.

 

[Rest&Relax]

As adults if you really enjoy good seafood then Fulton's is worth the trip. I am not convinced that kids appreciate it as much as you would and they would be just as happy at Cape May Clam Bake.
I know my DH is not a big seafood eater so he would say go to Cape May.

 

[AirGoofy]

I think Fulton's is worth it. DW and I went there on our honeymoon 10 years ago, and it was one of our favorite meals. We have talked about it, but since they don't take DP and we were always on DP, we just skipped it. But, when we went there again, even though the menu was different, the food was completely amazing. If you enjoy Seafood, then it is absolutely worth it. I think our bill came to $175 with 2 adults and 2 children, with alcohol, drinks, app, entree, and kid meals. We were too full for desert and had ice cream at Ghiradelli's later. We are going to Cape May this Spring Break and I will compare. We enjoy trying the different restaurants, and at this point, the ones I would give return trips to would be Fulton's, Bongos, Turf Club, and Le Cellier.

 

[KyCruisinSusan]

The fact that they are making Le Cellier a signature meal makes me very very sad .

We love the steaks here and the creme brulee is to die for, I just don't think it is work 2 table service credits to eat there so this will probably be the last year we enjoy eating there, unless we hit the lottery and go with the deluxe dining plan in the future.

 

[Rest&Relax]

I agree the steaks and creme brulee are wonderful at Le Cellier. We will try to do Le Cellier for CP in December next year. Could not get the time I wanted so had to switch to the Rose & Crown this year.

We will just make plans at the Turf Club for our steak and of course I always have to stop in at Boulangerie Patisserie to get my creme brulee fix.

 

[AirGoofy]

The filet and pretzel bread are my favorites at Le Cellier. I liked the choc moose desert - tasted great and cute. We asked our server in October what was going to change when they moved to signature, and she said probably the "speed" of the restaurant. She said she had been working there a while and would not be there the 1st of the year for the switch (her time was up). She was an excellent server - one of the best - so I don't think she was lying. I guess that has been one of my disappointments with the signature places - the time it takes for the meal. I'm sure that's one of those fancy restaurant things, but with 2 children, too much time leads to disaster.

 

[AirGoofy]

Well, Carnival Cruise arrived back into port. I think about getting brave enough to try one and then a story like that.