Tonight's cobbler was strawberry peach. Last night was apple and the night before it was blueberry. I noticed that there isn't a lid anymore on the cobbler. I was told that the new chef doesn't want it lidded because it softens the cobbler crust too much:
New to the dessert line-up are lemon bars and caramel and chocolate chips have been added to the brownies. They are extra gooey which means extra yummy. Another wonderful addition is oatmeal is now being served every morning and not just seasonally.
Here is the most recent Artist Point menu for Territory Lounge. This visit we've sampled three dishes so far: The Lo Mein, Korean Pork Loin and Filet Mignon. The filet was wonderful and had a tasty horseradish sauce. The Korean Pork was very odd and not Korean at all. DH liked the pork loin, but the "Bi Bim Bap" part was not even close to BBB and instead of Korean Chili Paste, they used Sriracha which tasted odd on top of the rice. I thought the Thai noodle would be more like a Pad Thai noodle, but it was a very thin vermicelli-type noodle that didn't fit with the dish. The tofu was tasty though. I really think steak and salmon are their best meals and I would highly recommend them either at TL or AP.
Thanks Kook! That doesn't sound good at all
The rate change does, but I am wary of something that doesn't come ahead of time....really shocked they are suggesting people go elsewhere!
If I understood the explanation correctly, the reason for that is the Lodge can control internal booking issues only after check-in when they "own" the reservation. Prior to check-in, the booking agency, such as the WDTC "owns" the reservation and they are unable to "negotiate" bookings. WL wants to make things right for their guests and they want guests to be happy. They are willing to work with guests to make this happen and they are also pragmatic and understand that if guests, especially new guests, are directly impacted in a negative way by the rehab, they won't be able experience WL at its best. WL wants its guests to leave with a positive experience and they want them to return. Improvements must always be made, but they understand that the process might not make for an optimal experience for guests. The resort is the smallest Deluxe so they can't just take all the CY rooms out of inventory for 2 months.
Thank you so much Ms. Kook!! That explanation for the timing of the refurb makes me feel a lot better. That makes sense why they have to stagger it. Now I get to start thinking about Blizzard Beach!
Thanks Kook for the updates. Sounds like you are having a great trip. Can't wait to hear more. For the first time in 4 years, we won't be taking our DD's to the lodge for Halloween. We are doing an adult only trip for four nights before our cruise in Oct. Because of the pool ( we love our pool time) we are staying at the Contemporary. We look forward to returning to the Lodge next year with our girls. I'm sure we will be taking the boat over for a peek. Happy Planning to all.
I understand and CR will be wonderful for an adult's-only trip. We ate at The Wave for breakfast today and we always love their buffet. The Tillamook cheese and bacon grits were new to the buffet and really delicious.
Thank you Kook for the info. It really helps. I know you are on vaca, and I really do appreciate the info. Do you know how this will effect the Villas? Will there be sound issues there as well? Should those staying in the Villas also inquire about rate changes, passes, etc? If you don't have the answer, please don't go out of your way to seek it. I will be more than happy to phone and get the answers. I was just wondering if you happened to know off hand?
You are a star and have been my guiding light to our first deluxe stay surprise 5th birthday adventure. Thank you again and look forward to the pictures.
You are very kind. The only impact on VWL guests would be the increase in WL swimmers in the VWL pool. The WL pool and VWL are separated by the South Wing of WL which contains over 300 rooms. I suppose that during the few days of jack hammering during the day, those outside the villas could hear it. I don't think there will be any impact to VWL guests in their villas or lobby area other than the increased number of guests in the pool.
WDW KOOK, Thanks so much for the update. My DDs and I will be arriving at the WL for 10 nights starting July 2. The pictures are beautiful! I can hardly wait until we arrive to celebrate the adoption anniversaries of my two daughters--20 years for my oldest DD on July 4th and 15 years for youngest DD on July 7th.
What wonderful celebrations! I will try to leave the Lodge in good shape for you
Thank you for the info and photos Kook! That confirms what I was told last week when we booked our CL stay for the 23 - 27 of July of no construction during our stay.
DH just interrupted my reading to tell me 3 weeks from today we would be on our way home from WL. I reminded him unless he wanted to change dates AGAIN for this trip, 3 weeks from today we wouldn't have left! I think someone is craving Disney Magic.
Sunset looks wonderful from the lounge. I almost wish he was right and not a week off!
Liz
That's cute and you can tell him that you'd be happy to stay an extra week
Thanks for all the great info kook. I'm ok with the pool but hadn't considered the noise (and I have a napper). Requesting inner courtyard view and 6th floor so hopefully we will be ok. If not sounds like the managers will be expecting me and the hoards of others...
Well, an inner or WL CYV will overlook the rehab area and be closest to the noise. STD and Woods Views would not overlook the pool area at all and would be most quiet, especially STD. But, maybe the absence of the afternoon pool party PA system and music will make for a better nap environment even with the pool work
So should woods view rooms be spared from the pool noise you think?
They are on the opposite side of the wing from the CY and pool so they would be further from any noise and the STD View rooms would be furthest.
Yes, very sad it just won't be the same without his smiles and hugs. Luckily, all the great CMs are staying and I've heard very positive remarks about Jackson who will be replacing Randy, at least for the next 2-4 months.
. But, he gets to wear sneakers and swim trunks now
