The Villas at Disney's Grand Californian Owners Group

[KAT4DISNEY]

We had a blast. I can still feel the rocking of the boat!
We had rain the first 3 days, but the remaining days were beautiful. So much to do on the boat that we didn't miss the sunshine at all. Our Pirate excursion was cancelled on Grand Cayman which was a bummer though.
Food was excellent, ship was clean, crew was amazing. I thought it would be a bit more relaxing vs Disney Parks, but my 5 and 3yr old still kept me busy. The days were a bit long for them, but they loved the shows and seeing all the characters. The best part, was I didn't feel rushed to do everything as we'll be back for a 3 night in Dec 2010 thanks to my VGC add on! Wish I could trade it in for a West Coast cruise as the cross country flight was kind of rough.

My VGC room in Feb will feel so spacious now compared to the ship cabin!

On a side note, has anyone seen the cash rack rates for the VGC rooms? I'd love to start comparing costs...

Sounds like lots of fun! I'd like to try a cruise one of these years. One of the Alaskan ones may be our first but we'll see.

And no - I haven't seen any cash rates. I tend to compare to the cost of what I would have stayed in (ie - GCV hotel room) and then am happy it's cheaper AND larger accomodations!

Fed Ex brought it. I was a bit surprised at the size and had no idea what had arrived!

Thanks for posting pictures!! looks amazing so far no delivery to San Jose California and now i'm going to be stalking the mail until it arrives.. lol

You're welcome! Hope yours arrives soon!!

OOOoooo...AAAaaahhh!!!! I love this print! It would fit well with my home decor (if anyone can't find a place for it).

I doubt you'd want to pay the price I'd have to put on it! lol

 

[Longhairbear]

We just bought a huge cooler to drag groceries to VGC for a big dinner I will be cooking next week, in a one bedroom. I wonder if I will get stares from guests when checking in...LOL.

 

[nunzia]

Received the founders gift and thought it very well done. Found the perfect spot for it. We also liked what they gave to AKV founders, distinctive and quite nice.

It would be great if they commissioned the villa artwork at the various resorts to sell to members. There are some pieces that we would be very interested in.

Ditto..

 

[Mouseaholic!!!]

Hello Grand Cali Fans!

We will be leaving in 30 days and wonder if anyone has the scoop on great rooms or locations?

Any favorites?

 

[Michaeljsz]

Hello again fellow Grandi's
Well I just walked outside to find a HUGE Fedex box witha beautiful piece of artwork inside. I remember seeing it on our villa a few weeks ago and recognized the name on the print and was hoping that might be the founders gift so I was pleasently suprised. I just wonder how long it will be before the first one pops up on Ebay. =__)

 

[minniemoms]

We got ours a few days ago, and I was asking my DH... when this huge box came FED-EX... WHAT DID YOU BUY? He was asking me the same thing... So suprised. And excited too.. Doesn't fit my decore, but I will find a place for it somewhere.
I want to go to WDW too, and another cruise too, but I agree it is a LONG flight to the east coast. I too feel like I loose 2 whole days. We may just have to wait until the Wonder comes out to cruise again. I don't know about Alaska, I LOVE Alaska, but a little too $$$$ for me. We have done Alaska 3 x on a cruise and LOVED each of them. But since we have done it 3 x, I think it would be much cheaper to do Mexico on Disney, and then plan a DL trip on the way too.

 

[kerickson]

Haven't had much time on the boards today so I'm not sure if this is already posted, but SWA is advertizing $25 flights to LA! Just booked a quick December weekend trip with my hubby to check out the Christmas decorations at Disneyland!

Unfortunately the Villas are all booked up, but I put us on a waitlist and booked the Sheraton as a back up. Might try to book the GH hotel, but would prefer to stay at the villas so I don't want to tie up the points!

 

[wideeyedwonder]

I was at VGC 9/24 - 9/27 and I asked the cabana girl for a tour. They were going to officially open on the 27th. You can rent a cabana for half a day (I think the price was $110 or $125 -- I can't remember) or for the whole day at $180 or $185. The half day was from 9 to 1 or 2 to 6 and a whole day would be from 9 to 6. The cabanas have a little refrigerator, a tv, ect. It's pretty fancy. There are 2 chaise lounges in front of the cabana as well as a table inside. I thought they looked cool but I think we will admire it them from a distance.

For comparison, this is the Cabana Rental info on the Grand Floridian, at WDW:

Rental Cabana amenities include:
. Two padded chaise lounge chairs
. Two padded straight-backed chairs
. Plush towels
. 22 inch LCD television with cable access and optional earphones
. Ceiling Fan
. Mini refrigerator stocked with complementary sodas and water
. Complementary fruit basket
. Private dining and poolside massages are available at an
additional cost.

A half day is $100.00 and is from 10am - 2pm OR 3pm - 7pm
A full day is $185 for 10am - 7pm

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2158108

 

[lisah0711]

Hello again fellow Grandi's
Well I just walked outside to find a HUGE Fedex box witha beautiful piece of artwork inside. I remember seeing it on our villa a few weeks ago and recognized the name on the print and was hoping that might be the founders gift so I was pleasently suprised. I just wonder how long it will be before the first one pops up on Ebay. =__)

I know, DH and I were discussing that as we were hanging up our print in my office. I my Disney office -- makes working much more tolerable!

 

[ACDSNY]

I my Disney office -- makes working much more tolerable!

I totally agree! Mine's Disney too.

 

[lisah0711]

I totally agree! Mine's Disney too.

How fun! And I love my Disney office even more since I got my spiffy new tag about it. Thank you, Tag Fairy, wherever you are!

 

[ACDSNY]

How fun! And I love my Disney office even more since I got my spiffy new tag about it. Thank you, Tag Fairy, wherever you are!

Awesome tag! Enjoy!

Our new pics is hung where we'll see it everyday!

 

[funatdisney]

Hello all. I am at the VGC. We checked in yesterday. We were able to get into our room (5507 facing the pool) at 12:30pm. Nice timing I would have to sy. I totally expected to get into the room at 4pm. Went to Mickey's ToTP last night. Had a great time. They are filling DCA's Lagoon and I took some pictures of the Lagoon.

and

We didn't go into DCA to see if it filled today. I will go tomorrow. I can't wait until it is done. It will be beautiful.

Going to BBQ my London Broil today. I was able to check out some BBQ tools t Guest Services. I don't have to return them clean either. I am going to have my sister and my niece over for dinner. Always my dream to invite them over to our DVC room and cook dinner for them. Now I can!
I just love here and I keep thinking how future vacations will be ike at the VGC.
I've got to go and BBQ now. Ta Ta for now.

 

[Disney Princess]

I've already posted on this thread as if I belonged, but we "officially" closed on our add on a couple of days ago. We had to redo our contracts, etc, but now we are DONE.

We won't get to go to VGC until 2011 probably (2010 is busy at WDW), but we are looking forward. We were just at DLR in May and the models wowed us. Thanks for all the pictures that you have posted. Can't wait to take some of my own.

 

[lisah0711]

I've already posted on this thread as if I belonged, but we "officially" closed on our add on a couple of days ago. We had to redo our contracts, etc, but now we are DONE.

We won't get to go to VGC until 2011 probably (2010 is busy at WDW), but we are looking forward. We were just at DLR in May and the models wowed us. Thanks for all the pictures that you have posted. Can't wait to take some of my own.

Now that you "offcially" closed, let me be the first to "officially" welcome you home!

 

[stopher1]

:I my Disney office -- makes working much more tolerable!

I totally agree! Mine's Disney too.

Fancy that - so is mine! And yes, it makes for a more "fun-filled" day.

 

[wideeyedwonder]

They are filling DCA's Lagoon and I took some pictures of the Lagoon.

AWESOME pictures! SOooooo glad they are finally filling the lagoon!

Going to BBQ my London Broil today.

LOVE the BBQs! Next time...Tri-tip!

we "officially" closed on our add on a couple of days ago. We had to redo our contracts, etc, but now we are DONE.

Now that deserves a big WOOHOO!

 

[funatdisney]

Had a lovely time with my sister and niece. I went to BBQ tonight and had some trouble getting the grill started. I finally noticed the timer located on one side of the grill. You have to start the timer before the grill will start. A very smart way to make sure no one leaves the grill on when they leave. BTW, the London Broil was fabulous and I was able to get some very nice cross grill marks. I will be planing on BBQing again. The only thing I could complain about is there is not enough light at night. I had to cook in the dark and by moonlight, but managed just fine.

We leave tomorrow. The next time I will plan on a four day trip instead of three.

 

[minniemoms]

Where do you get the BBQ? Do you sign up for it? Are they on a deck? Since I haven't been there yet, just trying to figure it out ahead of time.
Thanks

 

[bumbershoot]

Where do you get the BBQ? Do you sign up for it? Are they on a deck? Since I haven't been there yet, just trying to figure it out ahead of time.
Thanks

There's a big BBQ in the public space for DVCers. There are pictures of it either in this thread, shortly after the villas opened, or in another thread...not sure where, but they are out there.