Well, I figured I would try and keep up with a trip report, as we will be spending 11 nights here at WDW. The first 5 are at VWL, and the remaining 6 will be at BWV. It is our first time at both. Traveling with me is DW, DD (14 months), and for the first five nights, DW's best friend and husband (who just got married in June).
After getting up at 2:45 AM, we left for the airport around 3:30 AM. Flight was on time and no problems at all (Philly -> MCO). Took magical express to VWL, where we are staying in the villas and our friends are staying in the "regular" part. Rooms were READY at 10:00, which was awesome. So, we got settled (luggage was still on its way via the "magic") and headed out to the Magic Kingdom, via the Boat. Now, after staying at BLT our last trip (which is our Home), we definitely missed being able to just walk to the park. But, anyway, we got to the MK, and took the monorail right to the Contemporary to have lunch at the Contempo Cafe. Everyone enjoyed it (mahi-mahi sandwich, lime chicken sandwich, cookies). Took the monorail over to the MK, and spent time there until the 3:00 parade. After the parade, we headed back to the hotel (our friends stayed to go commando), and went to the pool, which was very nice. Had dinner at Whispering Canyon, and by now, we are all exhausted. Friends decided to go back AGAIN, but we are done for the night.
Initial impressions of the WL are it is very nice, but it is not BLT. Our room is ALL the way at the end of the hall, which is a long walk, but not really a big deal. Looking forward to a good night's sleep, and then deciding where to start the day tomorrow. Dinner is at Chef Mickey's tomorrow night. Please feel free to share you comments. This is my first crack at this
After getting up at 2:45 AM, we left for the airport around 3:30 AM. Flight was on time and no problems at all (Philly -> MCO). Took magical express to VWL, where we are staying in the villas and our friends are staying in the "regular" part. Rooms were READY at 10:00, which was awesome. So, we got settled (luggage was still on its way via the "magic") and headed out to the Magic Kingdom, via the Boat. Now, after staying at BLT our last trip (which is our Home), we definitely missed being able to just walk to the park. But, anyway, we got to the MK, and took the monorail right to the Contemporary to have lunch at the Contempo Cafe. Everyone enjoyed it (mahi-mahi sandwich, lime chicken sandwich, cookies). Took the monorail over to the MK, and spent time there until the 3:00 parade. After the parade, we headed back to the hotel (our friends stayed to go commando), and went to the pool, which was very nice. Had dinner at Whispering Canyon, and by now, we are all exhausted. Friends decided to go back AGAIN, but we are done for the night.
Initial impressions of the WL are it is very nice, but it is not BLT. Our room is ALL the way at the end of the hall, which is a long walk, but not really a big deal. Looking forward to a good night's sleep, and then deciding where to start the day tomorrow. Dinner is at Chef Mickey's tomorrow night. Please feel free to share you comments. This is my first crack at this
I stayed at BLT in December and while it is a great resort it is not home. It sounds like it is just the opposite for you. 
Bill
