***The VWL Groupies & Trivia Thread*** Chapter 2!

[wildernessDad]

I have a question, groupies! Somewhere a while back about a Yankee candle that smelled like the Lodge. It has been discontinued but some reported having luck finding it on Ebay. What was it called?

Autumn Lodge.

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Howdy Ho Groupies. I'm back from my first trip as a DVC member. We had a great time. We love the studio. Its really cozy and and Villas themselves are more lodge like than the Lodge next door itself. We were really surprised with how much we loved it. I had no problems making the bed at all. The wife was fine with the towels she had. We went commando style the first 3 days and then relaxed the last 3 days. The crowds were light most of the time. It was hotter and more humid than past Septembers for me but it was a great time none the less.

Glad to have you back and that you had a great time! Will you be posting any pictures?

Okay Groupies...I have to admit I've been a bit naughty on another thread.


The question of the thread is: "Who wants to stay at BLT "one day" but has no desire to own there??"

Here is my response .

Good answer! The rooms are pretty interesting though. Especially that wall that slides open.

Granny, you crack me up!!! But that is exactly how I feel!!

I have a question, groupies! Somewhere a while back about a Yankee candle that smelled like the Lodge. It has been discontinued but some reported having luck finding it on Ebay. What was it called?

I forgot to tell you about our WL bathroom. After our last visit, I faux painted log walls, put up an evergreen wreath, a plaid shower curtain and a replica of the totem pole. If I can find the candle, I could lock myself in my own little getaway!!

I'd like to see a picture!

Oh man, as if the ladies don't already spend enough time in the bathroom!

Hey! Now you are being naughty on this thread!

 

[Granny]

Hey! Now you are being naughty on this thread!

As if I'm the first one!!

 

[blossomz]

Granny..you are too funny! I must agree with all of your comments though! I am curious about BLT, but the price...

BGraham..welcome back! Sounds like it was a great trip!


Muushka..sounds like I'd better purchase some of that Bonine if it works as well as you all say!!

Eliza..don't worry your groupies are here for ya!

Laxmom..are you inviting us for spa treatments?

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

As if I'm the first one!!

This thread is never boring with characters like you!

Anybody watch the Travel Channel show tonight? I recorded it and I'm watching it now. Sure looks like the DVC isn't the best kept secret anymore!

 

[blossomz]

Oh no! I forgot to watch!!! I'll have to watch for the rerun! Is it worth it?

 

[Muushka]

This thread is never boring with characters like you!

Anybody watch the Travel Channel show tonight? I recorded it and I'm watching it now. Sure looks like the DVC isn't the best kept secret anymore!

I thought it was just one big long commercial for DVC. I wonder if they paid TTC to air it?

Oh no! I forgot to watch!!! I'll have to watch for the rerun! Is it worth it?

See above comment

 

[Granny]

Oh no! I forgot to watch!!! I'll have to watch for the rerun! Is it worth it?

There are several threads on this board with comments from people who watched.

The general consensus is that it was a boring infomercial, and no better than the promotional DVD that Disney sends to prospective DVC buyers. Sounds like we didn't miss much.

 

[loribell]

Well I agree it was one big commercial but I did enjoy getting to see all of the properties.

 

[50 years Too!]

Okay Groupies...I have to admit I've been a bit naughty on another thread.


The question of the thread is: "Who wants to stay at BLT "one day" but has no desire to own there??"

Here is my response .

You know Granny, I thought about that myself. What a nice view that would be!

Deb

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Hi Groupies! Just back from a convention in Las Vegas but received the email so I knew about BLT. Originally that's the building that made me tell DH that we might finally buy DVC. Then I learned about resale so we could get the Lodge!!!! Not even a twinge of regret over that now that the tower is a reality.

The BLT decor reminds me of....Vegas! I just spent 4 nights in rooms like that (two different hotels). We haven't ruled out an add on but I wish there was something a bit different than what they've done. I like what I've seen in the Contemporary room remodels much more than this....or maybe it's just the yellow bar stools.

I missed most of the travel channel special but am recording the next show. Maybe that will sell me on it. Can't forget about that west coast lodge though - I wish they would have announced that also.

 

[blossomz]

I know it's great that everyone is learning about DVC...but I kind of liked it better when it was a big secret and I felt like we were part of an elite society! All this commercialism kind of ruins that...

 

[Laxmom]

Thanks! I knew someone here would know!!

 

[eliza61]

Remember guys,
We are already dvc owners. We basically have our favorites (WL) and know all the in's and outs. This program was not produce with us in mind.
It was made for the person who does not own, of course it was a commercial.

 

[ransom]

It would have been nice if it'd been fun and interesting like some of the other Travel Channel shows about WDW. I can watch those again and again, even though I've been to WDW enough that I could write one of those things myself. Too bad the DVC one wasn't like that.

 

[Dodie]

I agree that it was an infomercial and I actually felt a little uncomfortable while I was watching it - as if DVC and Disney were kind of overstepping the bounds somehow.

However, the thing that disappointed me most is, I guess, the thing that they must feel they need to do to "sell" people on the product: it was entirely focused on non-WDW/DL travel. Those of us who are DVC owners know that isn't often actually the best use of one's points and doesn't seem to be the best reason to buy DVC.

I had my parents watch it so they would better understand what my DH and I had bought. I was sorry afterward. Now I'm sure they think we'll be going to Costa Rica and San Francisco and still won't understand our yearly trips to see the mouse.

 

[DaveH]

I have a silly idea. I have been partaking in a debate about categories at SSR. I think we need a category. The dumpster view. Uses less points. Can see the complaining now. "Why can't I get the highly value dumpster view!!"





















BTW if you think this is a good idea, find the nearest brick or steel wall. Beat head against until you no longer think this is a good idea.

 

[Granny]

BTW if you think this is a good idea, find the nearest brick or steel wall. Beat head against until you no longer think this is a good idea.

Must.....stop....liking.....Dave's....idea!!!

 

[MaryJ]

Okay Groupies...I have to admit I've been a bit naughty on another thread.


The question of the thread is: "Who wants to stay at BLT "one day" but has no desire to own there??"

Here is my response .

Way to go, Granny!

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Oh no! I forgot to watch!!! I'll have to watch for the rerun! Is it worth it?

I thought it was just one big long commercial for DVC. I wonder if they paid TTC to air it?



See above comment

There are several threads on this board with comments from people who watched.

The general consensus is that it was a boring infomercial, and no better than the promotional DVD that Disney sends to prospective DVC buyers. Sounds like we didn't miss much.

I agree that it was more like watching one of the dvd's you get from disney instead of a regualr Travel Channel show. It was more of a commercial but I still liked watching it but then I like watching all Disney stuff. They didn't really show the Lodge though. Or BWV & OKW. It focused more on the others.