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

[sleepydog25]

Several years ago I located a playlist on itunes but I can't locate it now if it's still there. I downloaded most of them and have a Wilderness Lodge playlist on my ipod!

But the WL thread on the resort board had a link to this. It seems to have everything that I downloaded from the other list plus a few more that I'll need to check out:

http://www.parktunes.com/attractions/198

I just noticed that they refer to the lodge as Ft Wilderness Lodge - still, much of the music seems correct even if the name isn't!

I, too, made my own playlist years ago that includes most of the songs on this playlist, and like this one, is heavy on Aaron Copland. A few others I've enjoyed which I don't see listed: main themes from THE COWBOYS, MAVERICK (the movie with Mel Gibson), and QUIGLEY DOWN UNDER. It's a tradition that we play the last one as we turn onto Timberline Drive and start toward the Lodge.

 

[eliza61]

Several years ago I located a playlist on itunes but I can't locate it now if it's still there. I downloaded most of them and have a Wilderness Lodge playlist on my ipod!

But the WL thread on the resort board had a link to this. It seems to have everything that I downloaded from the other list plus a few more that I'll need to check out:

http://www.parktunes.com/attractions/198

I just noticed that they refer to the lodge as Ft Wilderness Lodge - still, much of the music seems correct even if the name isn't!

lol, I got the original play list off of allears.net many years ago, unfortunately right after they had it on line, they had to take it down due to copyright infringements. I must have burned about 50 copies of that disk, lol I'm so scared that since I'm technologically challenged I'll somehow lose it from my i-tunes play list.

I still have it on itunes and if someone can guide me through how to download it and copy it, I'm more than happy to pass it on. It's about 1 hour long and awesome.

 

[eliza61]

THURSDAY MORNING TRIVIA​

10.22.1942
Actress/singer and original Mouseketeer Annette Funicello is born in Utica, New
York. She and her family moved to Southern California in 1946. Walt Disney first saw 12-year-old Funicello
dancing the lead in Swan Lake at the Starlight Bowl in Burbank, California, and later invited her to audition for his
new children's show, Mickey Mouse Club

10/22/1979

8 YEAR old Kurt Miller from Maryland becomes the 100th million guest to pass thorough the MK turnstiles.

10/22/1982

The formal grand opening for the Epcot Center begins.
Cast members
dressed in tuxedos offer champagne as seven big bands provide entertainment for
the elegant occassion. High above the park, the Goodyear Blimp flashes the display:
"Saluting Walt Disney World, Epcot Center."

 

[jimmytammy]

Many years back, I made a few CD copies for some groupies that wished to have the music. It is compiled from a list that GR at the lobby of the Lodge gave us back in the day when they used to give those out for the asking. I would be more than happy to make a copy for anyone who would like one
Love that music and invokes so many memories from trips past.

Eliza, thanks for sharing the blasts from the past! Seeing Annette reminds me of an interview I saw of her a few yrs back. She told of how Walt always wanted to keep her innocent, and he told her he never wanted to see her in a 2 pc. bikini on tv or movies, that she should stay innocent in other words. She respected him so much that all the years later she refused to wear a 2 pc in all those movies she did out of love for "Uncle Walt"

Trip so far has been great! We made it to Kingsland GA around midnight, slept well, then arrived at Epcot yesterday around 1:30. Met up with our friends from back home after partaking in 5 food booths. Saw Air Supply twice. Tammy has always loved their music, and probably one of the only groups from her teen yrs that she still really loves. Never had the chance to see them until last night...what made it all the sweeter, got her her pic made(after much coaxing from me)with the main singer as he crooned to her the song "Here I Am"

We got to Brad and Tearsas house around 8:30 last night. Headed today to Kona 4 lunch, maybe MK for awhile. We had a change in plans, instead of Fri. night at Universal Horror Nights, going tonight instead.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

I, too, made my own playlist years ago that includes most of the songs on this playlist, and like this one, is heavy on Aaron Copland. A few others I've enjoyed which I don't see listed: main themes from THE COWBOYS, MAVERICK (the movie with Mel Gibson), and QUIGLEY DOWN UNDER. It's a tradition that we play the last one as we turn onto Timberline Drive and start toward the Lodge.

I'll have to see if I can locate those other songs - great suggestions! I know exactly what the Cowboys is and I imagine I'd recognize the other 2 once I heard them.

lol, I got the original play list off of allears.net many years ago, unfortunately right after they had it on line, they had to take it down due to copyright infringements. I must have burned about 50 copies of that disk, lol I'm so scared that since I'm technologically challenged I'll somehow lose it from my i-tunes play list.

I still have it on itunes and if someone can guide me through how to download it and copy it, I'm more than happy to pass it on. It's about 1 hour long and awesome.

Hopefully someone can help Eliza! I have made copies from itunes but that was soooooo many years ago.

Many years back, I made a few CD copies for some groupies that wished to have the music. It is compiled from a list that GR at the lobby of the Lodge gave us back in the day when they used to give those out for the asking. I would be more than happy to make a copy for anyone who would like one
Love that music and invokes so many memories from trips past.

Eliza, thanks for sharing the blasts from the past! Seeing Annette reminds me of an interview I saw of her a few yrs back. She told of how Walt always wanted to keep her innocent, and he told her he never wanted to see her in a 2 pc. bikini on tv or movies, that she should stay innocent in other words. She respected him so much that all the years later she refused to wear a 2 pc in all those movies she did out of love for "Uncle Walt"

Trip so far has been great! We made it to Kingsland GA around midnight, slept well, then arrived at Epcot yesterday around 1:30. Met up with our friends from back home after partaking in 5 food booths. Saw Air Supply twice. Tammy has always loved their music, and probably one of the only groups from her teen yrs that she still really loves. Never had the chance to see them until last night...what made it all the sweeter, got her her pic made(after much coaxing from me)with the main singer as he crooned to her the song "Here I Am"

We got to Brad and Tearsas house around 8:30 last night. Headed today to Kona 4 lunch, maybe MK for awhile. We had a change in plans, instead of Fri. night at Universal Horror Nights, going tonight instead.

Awww - how great for Tammy! Air Supply was/is one of my favorites and we saw them at F&W a couple years ago. They were great about spending time down in the audience and I could tell it really made the day for quite a few fans. They didn't quite make it by us though or DH could have practiced some photography.

You have to let me know what you think about Universal HHH please! We're still undecided if we'll go or if we'll only do the park for the day.

 

[Friendlyadvice2]

Well, 29 more sleeps until our Thanksgiving trip at the Lodge. I've only seen the christmas decorations in photos, but I can't put into words how excited we are to see the Lodge all decorated with our own eyes; it's all our 6 year old DD has been talking about. Construction and all, I know we'll be wowed!!

 

[Granny]

Many years back, I made a few CD copies for some groupies that wished to have the music.

One of those would be me! Jimmy was so great, and we hadn't even met yet except for a few posts on this thread at the beginning. I remember thinking, "what a great guy", and I have to say that knowing Jimmy I was right on target with that thought.

Eliza, thanks for sharing the blasts from the past! Seeing Annette reminds me of an interview I saw of her a few yrs back. She told of how Walt always wanted to keep her innocent, and he told her he never wanted to see her in a 2 pc. bikini on tv or movies, that she should stay innocent in other words. She respected him so much that all the years later she refused to wear a 2 pc in all those movies she did out of love for "Uncle Walt"

Eliza...I agree with Jimmy, thanks for the memory joggers! And Jimmy, I think Walt had a similar relationship with Hayley Mills. And he talked her out of "unwholesome" parts in other movies. At least I think that happened.

Trip so far has been great! We made it to Kingsland GA around midnight, slept well, then arrived at Epcot yesterday around 1:30. Met up with our friends from back home after partaking in 5 food booths. Saw Air Supply twice. Tammy has always loved their music, and probably one of the only groups from her teen yrs that she still really loves. Never had the chance to see them until last night...what made it all the sweeter, got her her pic made(after much coaxing from me)with the main singer as he crooned to her the song "Here I Am"

That is very cool! Somehow I have a feeling you're pretty good at that "coaxing" thing.

Enjoy the rest of your trip!

 

[Granny]

Well, 29 more sleeps until our Thanksgiving trip at the Lodge. I've only seen the christmas decorations in photos, but I can't put into words how excited we are to see the Lodge all decorated with our own eyes; it's all our 6 year old DD has been talking about. Construction and all, I know we'll be wowed!!

The construction shouldn't interfere with the main lobby which is certainly the centerpiece of the Christmas decorations. During that time, they switch from the traditional Lodge soundtrack discussed above to holiday music and it works perfectly. You'll have a great time I'm sure!

 

[DiznyDi]

Many years back, I made a few CD copies for some groupies that wished to have the music. It is compiled from a list that GR at the lobby of the Lodge gave us back in the day when they used to give those out for the asking. I would be more than happy to make a copy for anyone who would like one
Love that music and invokes so many memories from trips past.

We also were the beneficiaries of Jimmy's kindness. I listen to this CD regularly. Enjoy your trip! So sorry we missed you this time. Tammy's magical moment - very cool!

I always purchase cases of water and have them delivered directly to the Lodge a day or two in advance of our arrival. In the past I have gotten this from Staples. On our most recent trip, Staples now requires a minimum $25.00 order. Water is considered an add-on item. It was OK because there were 5 of us so I ordered 3 cases - and we drank every drop and still had to purchase a few gallons from the Mercantile. So, do any of you Groupies purchase cases of water and have it delivered and where do you get yours from? I need to find a new source before we head back again at Christmastime.

Have a good week-end!
Di

 

[Friendlyadvice2]

Know just where you are. We prefer Brunswick as it puts us just a little over three hours away, and it might have a Starbucks there, too. Have fun and travel safely!

Sleepy, not to be off-topic, but this post and your preference to stay in Brunswick made me chuckle! After having been required to spend over 3 years of my life (for varying lengths of time) in Brunswick for work purposes, including a 10 month stint, I've vowed never to voluntarily stay there again. When I hear someone say they prefer to stay there, it just makes me laugh.

All kidding aside, it is a great place to stop off and spend the night before heading out to meet the mouse the next morning. Being from up north, many families from our area use your same strategy. I suppose that if I was driving down I could be convinced to stay there too; just one night though!

 

[ottawagreg]

Good morning the groupies. I have just been to the DVC member site. I was blessed this morning to have the privilege to do our on-line check in for our Christmas vacation. Which means we are sixty days away from going home again. I was stunned when I got to the amenities request portion of the check in. I was offered near elevator, upper/lower floors, etc. However the "woods view" request has been replaced with "construction site" view. So there is no going back now. This is really going to happen.

I have a points question. Say I have a June use year, and there a few points left over from the previous year (2015). If I book the vacation on or before April 30th, and then travel on June 20th can I use those points on that trip, or do I have to stay on the property by May 30th. I suspect I know the answer but would like somebody to verify.

SW - the force woke up movie. We are trying to buy amc movies tix at DTD in advance. Having no luck with that. DW says they don't show that film being there. How can that be?? Any help on that would be great. If we don't go to the show I may end up using my top shelf platinum access pass at trout pass pool bar!

 

[Friendlyadvice2]

I have a points question. Say I have a June use year, and there a few points left over from the previous year (2015). If I book the vacation on or before April 30th, and then travel on June 20th can I use those points on that trip, or do I have to stay on the property by May 30th. I suspect I know the answer but would like somebody to verify.

If you're thinking what I think you're thinking then your thoughts are spot on Greg......it's not when you book your trip, but when you will actually be staying at the resort. So any unbanked 2015 June UY points would have to be used up by May 30th, 2016 so you wouldn't be able to use them for your June 20th trip. Just a thought but, if they haven't been banked or borrowed already, then you still have time to bank them now so that you could use them for June 2016 trip.

 

[twokats]

I also got the CD from Jimmy, love it.

Well, all week we have been gearing up for the big rain event. It is big enough (especially with our major drought, amazing how quick you can get back in that situation) that it has affected Friday Night Lights in TX. A lot of our towns in the area were trying to get their high school football games in before the rain hit, but not many had a lot of luck. We started getting our rain around 10 ish last night. My husband emptied the rain gauge this morning at 10 am and it had 4 inches. I got back from my bone doctor appointment at 1pm and he emptied the gauge again with another 4 inches. We are having a break in the rain right now, but it is supposed to stick around all weekend. I have received quite a few flash flood warnings on my phone needless to say.

My doctor said I am to wear the boot for three more weeks. Then he figures the stress fracture will be totally healed and any other issue that he could not see. I hope so, our next cruise is just over a month away. I certainly don't want to have the boot on then.

 

[sleepydog25]

Sleepy, not to be off-topic, but this post and your preference to stay in Brunswick made me chuckle! After having been required to spend over 3 years of my life (for varying lengths of time) in Brunswick for work purposes, including a 10 month stint, I've vowed never to voluntarily stay there again. When I hear someone say they prefer to stay there, it just makes me laugh.

All kidding aside, it is a great place to stop off and spend the night before heading out to meet the mouse the next morning. Being from up north, many families from our area use your same strategy. I suppose that if I was driving down I could be convinced to stay there too; just one night though!

I had to chuckle, as well. As much as we enjoy it for our stop down, I doubt we'd like staying there for any long-term reason (no offense to those who my hail from or have family near Brunswick ). But, as you suggest, it is a fine place to stop enroute given its prime location based on our driving habits. We've stopped at a couple of other nearby towns, but a couple are quite close enough to Disney, and the other is too far away for a day's drive when we normally leave early from work.

Yeah, Greg, keep that Trout Pass pass handy--you might need it. Interesting note on the amenities request, too. Finally, as Friendly says, if you bank those points, then you can use them for the June '16 trip.

Off to the high school homecoming football game. . .

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

So, do any of you Groupies purchase cases of water and have it delivered and where do you get yours from? I need to find a new source before we head back again at Christmastime.

Have a good week-end!
Di

Sometimes I think we are complete weirdos with no sense of taste. We just drink the water from the tap! Years ago it was kind of tough but I still would and now I think they've changed their treatment and it's quite tolerable. We will buy bottles of water if we haven't brought any along to refill etc. but just do that on an individual level. All this means is I have no suggestions for you Di - sorry!

Good morning the groupies. I have just been to the DVC member site. I was blessed this morning to have the privilege to do our on-line check in for our Christmas vacation. Which means we are sixty days away from going home again. I was stunned when I got to the amenities request portion of the check in. I was offered near elevator, upper/lower floors, etc. However the "woods view" request has been replaced with "construction site" view. So there is no going back now. This is really going to happen.

I have a points question. Say I have a June use year, and there a few points left over from the previous year (2015). If I book the vacation on or before April 30th, and then travel on June 20th can I use those points on that trip, or do I have to stay on the property by May 30th. I suspect I know the answer but would like somebody to verify.

SW - the force woke up movie. We are trying to buy amc movies tix at DTD in advance. Having no luck with that. DW says they don't show that film being there. How can that be?? Any help on that would be great. If we don't go to the show I may end up using my top shelf platinum access pass at trout pass pool bar!

Whoa - construction view! I'd love to know how many they get checking that!?!

About your points - when you book doesn't matter, it's just that the dates of your stay determine what points can be used. So your 2015 points could be banked anytime between now and Jan 31st into your 2016 UY and then would be available to use for a stay anytime from June 1, 2016 to May 30, 2017.

SW - what day were you trying to get? They are having a special viewing followed by an evening event at DHS so from what I heard the tickets for the 17th sold out super fast. Here's the information and they did the tickets sales immediately following the showing of the trailer during half time of MNF.

"Join the celebration at the Walt Disney World® Resort as Disney Parks celebrates the release of STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS. STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS Opening Night Event is one of the best ways to feel the Force on December 17, 2015. Participants will be among the first to see the new film at the AMC Disney Springs™ 24 theatres and then celebrate together at a private after-hours party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®. Enjoy new Star Wars experiences including Star Wars Launch Bay, take flight on Star Tours: The Adventures Continue attraction featuring a new scene inspired by the film, and end the night with a preview of the new fireworks spectacular set to the iconic score of the Star Wars films."

 

[ottawagreg]

So, do any of you Groupies purchase cases of water and have it delivered and where do you get yours from? I need to find a new source before we head back again at Christmastime.
Di

We go to the publix for our groceries. But I have also purchased water at the Hess station. When you leave the TTC, Poly, GF resort area going south onto one world drive there is a Hess on the right hand right before the roadway merges close to north bound lanes. They had cases stacked in there. Not overly priced too bad. Another Hess south down by fire station near the Epcot resorts. They may have cases of water too. That's all I can think of without leaving the world.

 

[pmaurer74]

ok, so I should have enough points to book 2 2 bedroom villas for 6 days for Dec. 2017 by banking and borrowing (Dec. use year)... I know this is forever away but it affects my 2016 points so I am thinking of it now. If I book at 8am the morning of my 11 month window... I should not have a problem getting 2 units right? My only concern is that it is a the week before Christmas so I know it is very popular. Hoping that constructions will not affect us by then. I know it is two years out but I already feel stress about planning a trip for so many people!

also for December 2017 I would be using banked 2016 points, 2017 points and borrowing a few 2018 points. I have December use year so I find this a little confusing. I cannot use any of my points coming Dec 2015 for this trip right?

 

[jimmytammy]

Hey all from the World!! We got checked in at BWV yesterday, got a 1 bed facing the little canal with a view of the parking lot that is just too the left of the front entrance at BW. Granny, you told us about this area many yrs back and we have always got it since then, and love it. Hop, skip and jump right out the door too HS

We went over to Epcot, had lunch at Rose n Crown and did a couple things, went back to BWV when room was ready and got settled in. I told T it always amazes me how we get settled in so quickly in any DVC room, and dont sweat the small stuff. The lock on door to bath is broke, T says call Maint. and I would do so if i thought it would do some good, but its obvious it has been worked on before, so we agree, if door is shut, dont come in, or knock 1st

Capt. D and I went back to Epcot to see Fuel. They did an acoustic set so I guess it was the unleaded version. Not my kind of music but they sounded good, so all was OK. Went over to Maya Grill last night, had dinner with friends from back home that are headed back home today. We spent many a trip with them over the past yrs but alas, their daughter is getting her Masters, our daughter is married, so schedules just dont align much these days. So it was great to spend some quality time with them.

Today, headed to San Angel Inn with The Smiths and AnnieT and her DH Alan. 8 of us total, then migrating back to HS.

Recently got onto Amazon photos so with T's help, hope to get some pics up soon

 

[sleepydog25]

ok, so I should have enough points to book 2 2 bedroom villas for 6 days for Dec. 2017 by banking and borrowing (Dec. use year)... I know this is forever away but it affects my 2016 points so I am thinking of it now. If I book at 8am the morning of my 11 month window... I should not have a problem getting 2 units right? My only concern is that it is a the week before Christmas so I know it is very popular. Hoping that constructions will not affect us by then. I know it is two years out but I already feel stress about planning a trip for so many people!

also for December 2017 I would be using banked 2016 points, 2017 points and borrowing a few 2018 points. I have December use year so I find this a little confusing. I cannot use any of my points coming Dec 2015 for this trip right?

If you book right at the 11-month point, first thing in the morning, I'm thinking you'll be okay as 1BRs and studios generally go first. However, to be fair, I've never attempted to book two 2BRs at the same time at any time of year. Others might have a different view. As for the banking/borrowing issue, I believe your thoughts are correct. Again, someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but if your trip is in Dec 2017, then the upcoming 2015 points, while bankable, would expire before you could use them. To wit: if you bank your 2015 points, then they go into the 2016 UY, but those banked points would have to be used before Jan 2017 which would be your 11-month out point for your Christmas trip that year. Have fun planning!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

ok, so I should have enough points to book 2 2 bedroom villas for 6 days for Dec. 2017 by banking and borrowing (Dec. use year)... I know this is forever away but it affects my 2016 points so I am thinking of it now. If I book at 8am the morning of my 11 month window... I should not have a problem getting 2 units right? My only concern is that it is a the week before Christmas so I know it is very popular. Hoping that constructions will not affect us by then. I know it is two years out but I already feel stress about planning a trip for so many people!

also for December 2017 I would be using banked 2016 points, 2017 points and borrowing a few 2018 points. I have December use year so I find this a little confusing. I cannot use any of my points coming Dec 2015 for this trip right?

For a Dec 2017 trip you can use 2016 points that you have banked into your 2017 UY, current 2017 points and 2018 points that you borrow. Your 2015 points can be used for a stay from Dec 2015 to Nov 30, 2016 or you can bank them into your 2016 UY to use for a stay from Dec 1, 2016 to Nov 30, 2017.

I think you'll be fine getting 2 2BR's right at 8am at the 11 month mark. Dec is very popular and I don't know what week you're looking at but the first week is the most difficult to book IMO. Still, I don't believe there will be an issue as long as you don't wait a week or two past the 11 month mark.

So, do any of you Groupies purchase cases of water and have it delivered and where do you get yours from? I need to find a new source before we head back again at Christmastime.

Have a good week-end!
Di

Actually, I may have some input to help - I've read that the hotel stores are now carrying cases of water. I'm not certain of the price but that vs going elsewhere or paying for shipping might make it an ok route to go. I'm going to try and see if they have the cases and what it costs as we will have at least one person on our trip who prefers bottled water.