VWL Groupies & Lovers Thread (Special Collectors Edition 2.5) updated 2 February 2025

[Corinne]

Another 8-14" of snow on the way for us starting late tonight through Tue. Have I mentioned lately how much I hate winter?

I'm With you Julie

 

[MiaSRN62]

The new DISboards are really causing a lag on my computer that was never there before. Not too pleased. Ugggg
I thought it was just a one time thing. But I cleaned all my cookies and temp files and restarted my computer and it is definitely lagging and my computer is running harder?

 

[DisneyNutzy]

I am not a fan of the new board either. I am sure it has been answered in other places but do any of the groupies know the reason for the drastic change?

 

[keishashadow]

The pictures posted here are making me homesick for WL, might have to sneak in another trip sooner vs later lol.

While we are certainly looking forward to BWV in October for F&W this year, can't help but recall how nice it is to be able to grab the boat back to the resort after MNSSHP. Even when the resort was a bit of a mess last year, we had our usual great time there which was our first in one of the studios with the high vaulted ceilings. So many negative posts here on the boards about the renovation, I was worried...for nothing.

 

[sleepydog25]

I'm slowly warming to the new changes on the DIS. I don't like the overall stylistic changes--liked the old schemes much better--but some of the updates I appreciate such as the Alerts and Inbox links at the top right of the page. Though I've yet to try it, the fact you're supposed to be able to directly link a photo will/should save time and hassle-ability (yep, I made that term up). As for computer issues, the new DIS seems to work faster for me. I don't like change when it comes to tech issues, but after my initial shock, I'm less disturbed than I was. As for the refurb at VWL, I still prefer a darker color palette and less blah colors, but when we visited the Villas last fall, I didn't hate the updates. I guess that's my general stance with both the new DIS and the refurb: don't hate them but neither is my preference.

 

[eliza61]

Happy Moose Monday.

I stole this off of the community board so I can't take credit.

TOP THREE THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AT THE WORLD??​

So what are your top 3 things you like to do on a wdw vacation. It can be anything. A ride, a restaurant, a resort, a parade, absolutely anything.​

1. Walk around world showcase. especially at night!!
2. Soarin and haunted mansion. all time favorite rides.
3. Having my first cup of tea in the WL lobby or on the balcony. My gang likes to sleep in, so usually I'm the first up and out. I go down to the grab and go to get a Danish and a cup of tea and then sit in the big rockers by the fireplace. Love the quiet and the WL sound track. When sid and rizzo where little it was my own little 15 minute ritual before the hectic day starts.​

 

[han22735]

Hi Groupies!!

I was successful at switching home resorts this morning for our September trip and our first stay at VWL!! My wife and I are super excited to stay here after eating at Whispering Canyon in Nov. We bought resale at SSR last spring so trying a new resort will be fun. Since we are staying 9/9-9/19 i'll have the fun of calling MS for the next 3 mornings to add a night on.

Thanks for all the great info in the thread...plenty of time to read all the tips(while continuing to get buried in snow in MA),

Scott

 

[sleepydog25]

Hi Groupies!!

I was successful at switching home resorts this morning for our September trip and our first stay at VWL!! My wife and I are super excited to stay here after eating at Whispering Canyon in Nov. We bought resale at SSR last spring so trying a new resort will be fun. Since we are staying 9/9-9/19 i'll have the fun of calling MS for the next 3 mornings to add a night on.

Thanks for all the great info in the thread...plenty of time to read all the tips(while continuing to get buried in snow in MA),

Scott

Welcome, Scott! We hope you've found a friendly home here to hang your hat and kick back in your rocker. That's one of the hidden treasures we Groupies often miss the most about our beloved Lodge--grabbing a libation, finding an empty rocker, and just unwinding. I hope your first stay at VWL is a great one, and please join us here on the thread any time. If any questions come up, just chime right in. Cheers!

 

[wildernessDad]

WildernessDad! I am late but want to wish you a belated happy birthday!
I hope you had a wonderful day! I was in Florida this past week and with the new DISboard change I could not figure it out. Especially on my phone. Hope it was a good one!!!!

Thanks!

 

[Kathymford]

Happy Moose Monday.

I stole this off of the community board so I can't take credit.

TOP THREE THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AT THE WORLD??​

So what are your top 3 things you like to do on a wdw vacation. It can be anything. A ride, a restaurant, a resort, a parade, absolutely anything.​

I'll play!

1. Sit and stare at the castle ... I'm still in awe of it every time
2. Eat at a new in Epcot.
3. My breakfast tradition (created at the lodge): go get coffee and a Mickey waffle for me and milk and a chocolate croissant for my bf.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Happy Moose Monday.

I stole this off of the community board so I can't take credit.

TOP THREE THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AT THE WORLD??​

So what are your top 3 things you like to do on a wdw vacation. It can be anything. A ride, a restaurant, a resort, a parade, absolutely anything.​

​

1. Visit the horse barn at FW. Then eat at Trail's End. Then shop at the Settlement Trading Post. (could have covered all 3 with FW )
2. Ride the resort boats between VWL/CR/FW.
3. Enter Epcot thru the front! (Then ride TT without having to go thru the new queue. I loved the old queue.).

 

[DisneyNutzy]

Happy Moose Monday.

I stole this off of the community board so I can't take credit.

TOP THREE THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AT THE WORLD??​

So what are your top 3 things you like to do on a wdw vacation. It can be anything. A ride, a restaurant, a resort, a parade, absolutely anything.​

1. Walk around world showcase. especially at night!!
2. Soarin and haunted mansion. all time favorite rides.
3. Having my first cup of tea in the WL lobby or on the balcony. My gang likes to sleep in, so usually I'm the first up and out. I go down to the grab and go to get a Danish and a cup of tea and then sit in the big rockers by the fireplace. Love the quiet and the WL sound track. When sid and rizzo where little it was my own little 15 minute ritual before the hectic day starts.​

1. First beer relaxing on the Boardwalk at the Big River Grille
2. Walking up Main Street at MK
3. R&R Coaster

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Moose Monday.

I stole this off of the community board so I can't take credit.

TOP THREE THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AT THE WORLD??​

So what are your top 3 things you like to do on a wdw vacation. It can be anything. A ride, a restaurant, a resort, a parade, absolutely anything.

These are always tough for me to choose cause I enjoy so much at WDW
1. Eat at our fave restaurants
2. Enjoy the ambiance of whatever resort we are staying
3. Spending time with friends and family in the parks

 

[sleepydog25]

Happy Moose Monday.

I stole this off of the community board so I can't take credit.

TOP THREE THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AT THE WORLD??​

So what are your top 3 things you like to do on a wdw vacation. It can be anything. A ride, a restaurant, a resort, a parade, absolutely anything.​

1. Walk around world showcase. especially at night!!
2. Soarin and haunted mansion. all time favorite rides.
3. Having my first cup of tea in the WL lobby or on the balcony. My gang likes to sleep in, so usually I'm the first up and out. I go down to the grab and go to get a Danish and a cup of tea and then sit in the big rockers by the fireplace. Love the quiet and the WL sound track. When sid and rizzo where little it was my own little 15 minute ritual before the hectic day starts.​

1. Driving through Magic Kingdom gates
2. Walking into the WL lobby
3. Eating at AP

 

[Granny]

TOP THREE THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AT THE WORLD??​

So what are your top 3 things you like to do on a wdw vacation. It can be anything. A ride, a restaurant, a resort, a parade, absolutely anything.​

This is a great question, and one I had to think about a bit. I'm going to go with:

1. Staying at/visiting WL & VWL. The lobby, the Mercantile, Roaring Fork, the music...it always makes my trip better even if we're not staying there.
2. Boat rides...I just like them. Although I rarely take the Friendship Boats at BW/BC since it is much faster to walk. But bouncing around Bay Lake, or OKW to DTD or any boat ride is just something that relaxes me.
3. People watching. WL lobby and the Boardwalk are two of my favorite places to sit down with a libation and just watch the people. At Boardwalk, that often includes wedding parties which are always entertaining to me. And I should include World Showcase at night...it is such a great mix of sights and sounds on a lovely evening.


Now that I think about it, none of my favorite things include rides or restaurants. Interesting.

 

[denisekayt]

Happy Moose Monday.

I stole this off of the community board so I can't take credit.

TOP THREE THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AT THE WORLD??​

So what are your top 3 things you like to do on a wdw vacation. It can be anything. A ride, a restaurant, a resort, a parade, absolutely anything.​

1. Walk around world showcase. especially at night!!
2. Soarin and haunted mansion. all time favorite rides.
3. Having my first cup of tea in the WL lobby or on the balcony. My gang likes to sleep in, so usually I'm the first up and out. I go down to the grab and go to get a Danish and a cup of tea and then sit in the big rockers by the fireplace. Love the quiet and the WL sound track. When sid and rizzo where little it was my own little 15 minute ritual before the hectic day starts.​

Love this question!

1. Spend time in my favorite park area, Frontierland. Someday I would love to be able to take a day maybe reading a book in one of the rockers on Tom Sawyer island. Just relaxing, reading, people watching, venturing off for a snack and a ride on Splash and Big Thunder before returning for a bit more reading.

2. Watching Illuminations together with my family. It has become a family tradition and one I treasure.

3. Electrical Water Pagent. LOVE the music it sends out over the water. It's not a Disney trip without hearing it.

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Birthday puppytrainer!!!!

 

[twinklebug]

Happy Birthday puppytrainer!!!!

Singing... Happy Birthday to you... (off key a bit... sorry )

 

[Granny]

Happy Birthday puppytrainer!!

 

[wildernessDad]

Happy Moose Monday.

I stole this off of the community board so I can't take credit.

TOP THREE THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AT THE WORLD??​

So what are your top 3 things you like to do on a wdw vacation. It can be anything. A ride, a restaurant, a resort, a parade, absolutely anything.​

1. Arriving at WDW.
2. Stepping into The Lodge. (The wilderness kind.)
3. Going on my favorite attraction. (Haunted Mansion)