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

[Muushka]

I'm happy to announce that we are now proud owners of our 1st DVC contract -for VWL. We stayed at WL in 2005 and it was love at first sight. We're still waiting for our info and points to get into the DVC system, and we're hoping to take a January trip "home", but we'll have to see what's available. Anyway, looking forward to following this thread and it looks like as fans we're in great company!

Yes, as DLI said, welcome! You are in great company indeed. Only requirement: willing to go off topic occasionally, willing to share your vacation with a bunch of Groupies and willing to share your love for VWL with us!

Your siggie looks mighty lonely. Could use some sprucing (or Moosing!) up. If you like, please feel free to grab our VWL Groupie siggy at the bottom of our posts. It is my opinion, now this might just be me, but I think he would look very handsome on you! Oh, and

Welcome Home!!!

PS we will be there in Jan! Maybe we will see you there.

 

[wildernessDad]

I'm happy to announce that we are now proud owners of our 1st DVC contract -for VWL. We stayed at WL in 2005 and it was love at first sight. We're still waiting for our info and points to get into the DVC system, and we're hoping to take a January trip "home", but we'll have to see what's available. Anyway, looking forward to following this thread and it looks like as fans we're in great company!

Welcome to the best DVC resort this side of the Wilderness!

 

[Laxmom]

Ok, just back from our quick precruise stay at VWL. I want to go back!! DS kept asking if we could just stay there and skip the cruise! Ummm. No. But I would have like to also. Going to have to look for a small contract at some point. It is just one amazing place and our favorite hands down!! Well, outside of HHI. Can you be a groupie wanna be?

 

[Muushka]

Ok, just back from our quick precruise stay at VWL. I want to go back!! DS kept asking if we could just stay there and skip the cruise! Ummm. No. But I would have like to also. Going to have to look for a small contract at some point. It is just one amazing place and our favorite hands down!! Well, outside of HHI. Can you be a groupie wanna be?

Good! So glad you had a good stay at VWL. And in answer to your Groupie wanna be, no. You are a Groupie! Grab a Moosie! Owning there is not a prerequisite!

PS Tell us about your cruise!!

 

[Laxmom]

That's terrific! I will have to figure out how to arrange my signature to fit it in!


We did the 5 day supposed to be double dip! We were chased around the carribean by Hanna. We had a great 1st day at CC and even made Nassau. We were the only ship in port - all the others chickened out! It meant no lines at Atlantis - we did the Comfort Suite deal- and the resort was pretty empty except for us cruisers. Thursday was ok but Thursday night and Friday am were rough as they tried unsuccessfully to get us to CC for our 2nd stop. There were things falling off dressers, doors slamming and the boat just creaked and moaned. The waves were 20-30 ft. By noon, they found smoother seas and all was well. Lot of sick cruisers though but we managed to maintain thanks to Bonine. It was still a great trip with superb service and the Disney difference was evident! Hey, we started it out at VWL which was the perfect way to start our trip! Just wish we could stay longer. All I can think of since we returned was how can I get back!! Even thinking of not doing the cruise we booked in lieu of a VWL stay!

 

[tea pot]

I'm happy to announce that we are now proud owners of our 1st DVC contract -for VWL. We stayed at WL in 2005 and it was love at first sight. We're still waiting for our info and points to get into the DVC system, and we're hoping to take a January trip "home", but we'll have to see what's available. Anyway, looking forward to following this thread and it looks like as fans we're in great company!

Originally Posted by Laxmom View Post
Ok, just back from our quick precruise stay at VWL. I want to go back!! DS kept asking if we could just stay there and skip the cruise! Ummm. No. But I would have like to also. Going to have to look for a small contract at some point. It is just one amazing place and our favorite hands down!! Well, outside of HHI. Can you be a groupie wanna be?

You don't need to be a wanna be Listen to Muushka and grab a Moosie and get ready for the big......


WELCOME NEW GROUPIES
You will love this thread.. I new here too!
But get ready to get addicted you'll find yourself checking in often and loving it

 

[Laxmom]

Ok. How do I grab moosie for my signature and make it one line with my other art work? I want a moosie too!

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Ok. How do I grab moosie for my signature and make it one line with my other art work? I want a moosie too!

Right click on the pic...properties...copy the URL...click on the mountain icon on this menu bar...paste in the URL...ok. See if this works.

Or right click on the pic...copy...paste to your desktop. Then go to Photobucket, upload the pic there, then get an IMG file. Copy that and paste right into your sig window.

 

[jimmytammy]

A big WELCOME to krybandt and laxmom to our little(but growing) groupies. And congrats to krybandt on that purchase. You wont be sorry

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Hi Groupies - been a couple of weeks since I posted here but been keeping an eye on my favorite thread!

Thought I'd post a link to a thread on the photography board where a couple of lodge pictures were posted. I know I enjoyed seeing the pictures!!!!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=27474253&mode=threaded#post27474253


I wish I had met Ranger Stan - he sounds like such a great person! During one of our lodge stays I saw him speaking with some people but never had a chance myself. Since we're not staying at the lodge in Dec it doesn't look like I'll have the chance. I'd say he's given lots of great memories to people over the years.

 

[Granny]

Okay Groupies....let's start sharing those 2009 vacation plans. I know we have to have more vacations booked for next summer besides just me!!

 

[wildernessDad]

Okay Groupies....let's start sharing those 2009 vacation plans. I know we have to have more vacations booked for next summer besides just me!!

WD here. Here you go...

May 10 - May 16, 2009 at AKV Concierge (Booked)

I have plans for October as well, but haven't booked it of course.

 

[Muushka]

That's terrific! I will have to figure out how to arrange my signature to fit it in!


We did the 5 day supposed to be double dip! We were chased around the carribean by Hanna. We had a great 1st day at CC and even made Nassau. We were the only ship in port - all the others chickened out! It meant no lines at Atlantis - we did the Comfort Suite deal- and the resort was pretty empty except for us cruisers. Thursday was ok but Thursday night and Friday am were rough as they tried unsuccessfully to get us to CC for our 2nd stop. There were things falling off dressers, doors slamming and the boat just creaked and moaned. The waves were 20-30 ft. By noon, they found smoother seas and all was well. Lot of sick cruisers though but we managed to maintain thanks to Bonine. It was still a great trip with superb service and the Disney difference was evident! Hey, we started it out at VWL which was the perfect way to start our trip! Just wish we could stay longer. All I can think of since we returned was how can I get back!! Even thinking of not doing the cruise we booked in lieu of a VWL stay!

Wow! Some rocky cruise!! It sounds like you turned those lemons into lemonade! We did the Magic back in 2004 and had a similar cruise (20 to 30...some on the cruise said 35 foot waves ) and we are cruising in less than 3 weeks. Keep your fingers crossed for us! Too bad you just got one CC visit, so it is good that at least you got that one. We have 2 scheduled for ours also....fingers crossed on that too!

Anywhoo, let us know if the Moosie gives you any problems. Can't wait to see him!

Okay Groupies....let's start sharing those 2009 vacation plans. I know we have to have more vacations booked for next summer besides just me!!

I'm trying Granny, I'm trying!

 

[disneymamaof2]

Okay Groupies....let's start sharing those 2009 vacation plans. I know we have to have more vacations booked for next summer besides just me!!

May 2-9, 2009 AKV

Not the VWL, but we are staying there in Dec. and I can't wait!!

 

[50 years Too!]

krybrandt, welcome and congratulations on your most exciting purchase. You won't regret it!

Laxmom, I'm with you sister! VWL and HH are my "go to happy places".

Kat4Disney, love the pics. They are so sharp and crisp. Thanks for sharing.

Granny, have three upcoming trips to the lodge before summer, but none after. Got to get planning.


Deb

 

[DiznyDi]

to our new groupies krybandt and laxmom. You'll find a very caring and compassionate group of folks here!

Granny: May 1-3 VWL then May 4-9 SSR Both are booked

Di

 

[Granny]

WDad, DisneyMamaof2 and DisneyDi...your vacation dates are on the list!

DisneyMamaof2...you indicate you are booked for this December at VWL? I don't think we have those dates. I'd be happy to put them on the list with the many other Groupies visiting WDW at that time.

Or maybe you meant December, 2009? We'll have to wait if it's that one, of course.

 

[Laxmom]

I am so excited that I can hardly stand it and I have to share it here first!!
I got an email tonite with some pretty good airfare rates and started joking with Laxdad about going to see the Christmas decorations at WDW. I clicked on the email, did a search of dates and came back with better fares! Get this! We are flying down for a weekend in early Dec. and staying off site in a 1 bedroom villa type room for $233 each!! I paid that for my airfare only this past summer! I am so excited to see WL all decorated up! I will go see the other resorts but this is the only one I care about!! I'm too excited to sleep!

muuska, here's hoping you get your double dip!! We just knew it was a possibility when we saw Hanna forming that we wouldn't get both visits. We are just greatful that we got the one!

 

[tea pot]

Okay Groupies....let's start sharing those 2009 vacation plans. I know we have to have more vacations booked for next summer besides just me!!

2009
May 3rd-9th BCV Flower and Garden Show
December 6th-12th VWL Christmas Season

Still vacationing in 08
Sept 14-21 AKV and BC
Thanksgiving November 25-December 1st SSR

Thanks Granny

 

[Laxmom]

Next year is a Hilton Head year for us! We are heading to HHI DVC for spring break in a grand villa and then in July, we will be staying at our Marriott also on HHI. Right now, we have a cruise scheduled for October but unsure. Might have to move it. I should be in my last semester of school and in the middle of my senior project. Any vacation then would be impossible.