Christmas BW view: Clap your hands for me -

[lisaviolet]

I actually used my home resort window!

For the second time in five years of ownership and probably close to fifteen bookings!

The first time using it for ME! ( The only other time I used it I rented )

How did THIS happen?

Well I had BW view booked for December 19-24. A friend's points.

What? You didn't actually think that I would phone at the eleventh month window. Really, who does that?

And I decided to extend the vacation into Christmas week.

So because it was BW view - you know booked right away and poof at this time of year - I put my thoughts on options at the seventh month window at other resorts.

But because I'm not used to this game I got a tad antsy. And I thought - hmmm I own at BWV - I'll call and see where it is at for Christmas week to give me some kind of idea for what other resorts might be seeing.

So I'm hardly paying attention because I'm not REALLY booking and I suddenly think I hear, "well there are a lot of days here and there - 24th and 25th only - I have BW view".

WHAT?

HUH?

PARDON?

And she repeats.

And suddenly I get off the phone - must have been shock - and start to think about my seventh month decision.

Then the lightbulb gets brighter - and my intelligence returns - Hello! You OWN at this resort - you don't have to wait for seven months.

I swear I am a catch.

So I call back - it's still there - I didn't hallucinate - and I book. YEAH! Seven consectutive nights in a BW view studio. I love people watching and I love my BW! ' Heaven.

And next week I'll add a couple of days somewhere - I wish I had points for another week. Actually I have my eyes on four days AKV Standard Jambo. So hand's off PEOPLE! It tis' the season of giving.

But here's the question -

I know it is high weekend points - but why was Christmas Eve and Christmas Day BW VIEW still in the system at nearly seven months out? Strange to me.

I send my love to all the generous BW owners who left it for me.

 

[bobbiwoz]

Congratulations and Good for you!!! I don't think you would be nearly as lucky for NYE!

By the way if you do extend much...we and our extended family arrive on the 28th, and we could say "Hi" Yes, I booked at 11 months, standard view 2 bedroom, we leave on Jan. 1st. Don't know if I'm going to try to extend at 7 months for at least another day. DH doesn't want to, so that sort of answers the question. Maybe DS and family want to, I'm game to try.

Bobbi

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Congrats!!

 

[mikron2]

We love BW with BWview, always stay there. I think it is the best and christmas has to be the cherry on top.

 

[lisaviolet]

Congratulations and Good for you!!! I don't think you would be nearly as lucky for NYE!

By the way if you do extend much...we and our extended family arrive on the 28th, and we could say "Hi" Yes, I booked at 11 months, standard view 2 bedroom, we leave on Jan. 1st. Don't know if I'm going to try to extend at 7 months for at least another day. DH doesn't want to, so that sort of answers the question. Maybe DS and family want to, I'm game to try.

Bobbi

I know Bobbi. You're so right. I got NYE BW once - the only other time I used my window - and then I had to rent it. It almost killed me. But the renters had a wonderful stay.

I would love to meet you Bobbi.

I'll let you know - I might do HHI for the next week if I don't get the Standard four days at Jambo.

It's hard to decide - I could get the rest of the week at HHI or three days at most WDW DVCs.

I'll let you know what comes up.

I've only ever stayed in BWV Standard rooms. I adore them.

Congrats!!

Thanks Kathy. Maybe I'll take fifty million more BW pictures.

We love BW with BWview, always stay there. I think it is the best and christmas has to be the cherry on top.

Aaaah. Sighing and smiling. I've never stayed in a BW view unit!

 

[ToddyLu]

 

[bobbiwoz]

Boy, I think stopping at HH would be wonderful. I begin teaching on the Tuesday, so no long road trips, and not a long extended stay, but I figure those things will be in our retirement.

Bobbi

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Thanks Kathy. Maybe I'll take fifty million more BW pictures.

I'm looking forward to seeing them! I like it when plans come together so perfectly.

 

[3DisneyKids]

Sighing. Smiling. SO happy for you, my friend!

And of course, you will have to send a postcard or SOMETHING to Kelly and Co. It is so funny...every time I get something in the mail these days, the first question I get is, "Is it from Lisa???" So cute!

 

[WelcomeHome]

Hi Lisa ! ! !

You have the most amazing, incredible, super-human luck at landing the best DVC reservations in the world - it's spooky because you score these fantastic reservations so consistantly.

When everybody else worries about calling exactly 9am at the 7 or 11 month window - you just seem to called whever you want for whatever you want and get it! It freaks me out but I couldn't be happier for you!

How you landed a Boardwalk View for Christmas at this late date is once again beyond my comprehension - I can't imagine how it's even possible unless you got the Scary Clown's personal Boardwalk View room because his cousin Bozo decided to invite him over for Christmas dinner.

Best wishes,
David

 

[BUDDYBEAR]

congratulations

 

[keishashadow]

luck or karma? enjoy...make sure to take pics & post please!

 

[lisaviolet]

Have fun on your trip!

Boy, I think stopping at HH would be wonderful. I begin teaching on the Tuesday, so no long road trips, and not a long extended stay, but I figure those things will be in our retirement.

Bobbi

Bobbi! WE have to be back on the Monday!

I like it when plans come together so perfectly.

I know, eh?

When is your next trip Kathy? I need some straight picture jealousy in my life - jealousy can be inspiring - so get on it, okay.

(Kathy takes the best pictures people!)

.every time I get something in the mail these days, the first question I get is, "Is it from Lisa???" So cute!

Can you I tell you how much I needed this today? Holy. It was an awful day and this made me - wait for it - smile and sigh.

Thanks so much Erika. Changed a crappy day.

calling exactly 9am at the 7 or 11 month window

Hmmm - why don't you come over to the dark side? It's not really dark - only in YOUR head. There are presents for such bravery and trust. I should send you some magic. I know - you just don't have the guts. Oh well......

Thanks for your kind words David! It's too unfortunate I adore taunting you so much.

congratulations

Thank you BUDDYBEAR.

luck or karma? enjoy...make sure to take pics & post please!

OMG. You clapped. I LOVE IT! Thanks so much Keisha.

 

[purpliequeen]

Yay! Congratulations! Good to hear. We're booked at our home resort for the week including the 24th and 25th of December as well. Can't wait!

 

[jamie@dvcstore]

Hi lisaviolet,
CONGRATS! Thank you for sharing your experience and in such a funny way. I loved reading your post! I am sending some pixie dust your way for the AK reservation. Have a great trip!
________
HURT FROM DEPAKOTE

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

When is your next trip Kathy? I need some straight picture jealousy in my life - jealousy can be inspiring - so get on it, okay.

You are too kind Lisa! And it's 16.5 days until my birthday trip to DL and VGC!

Here's something to start preparing you for that boardwalk view.

 

[lisaviolet]

Hi lisaviolet,
CONGRATS! Thank you for sharing your experience and in such a funny way. I loved reading your post! I am sending some pixie dust your way for the AK reservation. Have a great trip!

Thanks Jamie. Sweet of you.

You are too kind Lisa! And it's 16.5 days until my birthday trip to DL and VGC!

Here's something to start preparing you for that boardwalk view.

Gorgeous Kathy! Fisheye? Ummmm, am I even close?

VGC!!!! How exciting. I have a friend who just came back and was wowed by that place. You can't beat your private park entry!

Happy Birthday Kathy! Have a wonderful time. Very envious. Again!