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

[Lakegirl]

58 days till our stay VWL! Was very happy I got the dining I wanted. The only one I was really heart set on was Toppolinos!! Very excited for that. We-card trying all new ones this time, Tiffins and Skipper Canteen as well.

 

[sleepydog25]

Love this group...I lurk mainly. You are just such a friendly group! We've been DVC from the very beginning OKW and yes, we are somewhat old people.) We have reservations for next week at Boulder Ridge. My concern is that my husband is totally disenchanted with DVC (and I promise not to go to much into that). I had to use up "use it or lose it" points leftover from our Covid year, and Boulder Ridge was all I could get for July. I have Boardwalk (his favorite) for Sept and SSR for November. Last year we rented everything that was about to expire. AP's taken away. We could not get ours renewed. No Fast Pass + No Tables in Wonderland. Ugh. Anyway, I just want him to regain some level of "magic" and now I hear Boulder Ridge is a mess. Last time we were there was about 4 years ago and even then it was pretty much a mess. Our room was above the garbage bins and the front door lock was continually broken. This was a reason we (sigh) sold off that contract. I know there is nothing this group can do except to please pray to the Disney gods that we get a decent room or give me some of your recent good experiences.

, Murron! No need to lurk anymore. As you've no doubt read here before, all you need to be a Groupie is a love of the Lodge. We are happy to have you join in, and I'm sure everyone here joins me in wishing you tons of pixie dust. To echo Granny, during my past decade and half-plus years of staying at VWL, we've only had issues with a room a couple of times. Wear and tear happens--imagine your own house having visitors every day of the year for five straight years. That is not to excuse DVC and their missteps (Boulder Ridge, really? No nature or wilderness trail at the, ahem, Wilderness Lodge? Inexcusable), but generally they do a good job. I, too, would go for a high floor, lake view, or high view close to elevators. Best wishes in your quest! And we look forward to hearing how the trip went.

 

[sleepydog25]

58 days till our stay VWL! Was very happy I got the dining I wanted. The only one I was really heart set on was Toppolinos!! Very excited for that. We-card trying all new ones this time, Tiffins and Skipper Canteen as well.

Did Skipper Canteen in April, and like the first two times we went there, it was fine. Very nicely themed, solid service, decent food. Tiffin's, on the other hand, is one of our favorite places. Great food, good service, lovely ambiance. I had the whole-fried fish (yep, it was looking at me) with Forbidden rice (I believe), and it was one of the best meals I've ever had at Disney. Enjoy!

 

[badeacon]

Did Skipper Canteen in April, and like the first two times we went there, it was fine. Very nicely themed, solid service, decent food. Tiffin's, on the other hand, is one of our favorite places. Great food, good service, lovely ambiance. I had the whole-fried fish (yep, it was looking at me) with Forbidden rice (I believe), and it was one of the best meals I've ever had at Disney. Enjoy!

My wife seconds the whole fish at Tiffins as one of best meals at Disney.

 

[jimmytammy]

Love this group...I lurk mainly. You are just such a friendly group! We've been DVC from the very beginning OKW and yes, we are somewhat old people.) We have reservations for next week at Boulder Ridge. My concern is that my husband is totally disenchanted with DVC (and I promise not to go to much into that). I had to use up "use it or lose it" points leftover from our Covid year, and Boulder Ridge was all I could get for July. I have Boardwalk (his favorite) for Sept and SSR for November. Last year we rented everything that was about to expire. AP's taken away. We could not get ours renewed. No Fast Pass + No Tables in Wonderland. Ugh. Anyway, I just want him to regain some level of "magic" and now I hear Boulder Ridge is a mess. Last time we were there was about 4 years ago and even then it was pretty much a mess. Our room was above the garbage bins and the front door lock was continually broken. This was a reason we (sigh) sold off that contract. I know there is nothing this group can do except to please pray to the Disney gods that we get a decent room or give me some of your recent good experiences.

1st off, Welcome to the Groupies!!!
Dont be a stranger from now on, please join in the conversation! We love having new folks to join.
2nd, sending Moose Dust your way for a great trip and your DH to have a revival of sorts with DVC and WDW

 

[momtwoboys]

excited that our BRV contract finally is showing with points on the dash, but sad that there is zero availability for our dates. We missed the 11 month window during the resale process. Now we wait till aug 31 at 7 months to grab something. ughhhhh. We did own OKW and always at least secured home resort at 11 months but we sold and bought in about a 3 week overlap. Hoping to be back at WL March 31-April7th flights booked, but who knows!

 

[sleepydog25]

excited that our BRV contract finally is showing with points on the dash, but sad that there is zero availability for our dates. We missed the 11 month window during the resale process. Now we wait till aug 31 at 7 months to grab something. ughhhhh. We did own OKW and always at least secured home resort at 11 months but we sold and bought in about a 3 week overlap. Hoping to be back at WL March 31-April7th flights booked, but who knows!

I guess "congratulations" and "aww, shucks" are both appropriate!

 

[momtwoboys]

I guess "congratulations" and "aww, shucks" are both appropriate!

I keep checking avaibility and BRV is totally not a choice for the whole
month ! I see BWV, BLT, AKV, POLY and many more.Maybe the refurb is coming next srping?

 

[sleepydog25]

I keep checking avaibility and BRV is totally not a choice for the whole
month ! I see BWV, BLT, AKV, POLY and many more.Maybe the refurb is coming next srping?

Possibly. I know at HHI the refurb was set for 2019, then was delayed unto '20. Then, of course, covid pushed those plans back, and now we're set for 2022.

 

[Corinne]

Another gloomy rainy day here in MA. We have been in a yucky weather pattern for far too long. Hoping we are able to get that WDW trip this Fall pixie dust pleaaaassseeee

Happy Sunday Groupies, hope you all have a nice day

 

[Lakegirl]

Another gloomy rainy day here in MA. We have been in a yucky weather pattern for far too long. Hoping we are able to get that WDW trip this Fall pixie dust pleaaaassseeee

Happy Sunday Groupies, hope you all have a nice day

Corinne it really is terrible weather here in MA. We are going to Lake Winnipesaukee starting the 25th and I am praying the weather pattern changes to dry and hot!! We work too hard to not have our vacation week with good weather. Although I am a big believer in any day at the lake is better than a day at work so we will make the best of it.

Thanks for the reviews of Skippers and Tiffins. We also got Citros and Chef De France. Have not been to either before. We are big Narcooses fans so hoping we like Citros. Happy Sunday everyone!,

 

[momtwoboys]

Another gloomy rainy day here in MA. We have been in a yucky weather pattern for far too long. Hoping we are able to get that WDW trip this Fall pixie dust pleaaaassseeee

Happy Sunday Groupies, hope you all have a nice day

Agree this weather has been absolutely ridiculous here in MA! I cant take it, we lost our sweet dog almost 2 weeks ago and its been hard but this weather is making it worse. We are supposed to go to WDW Nov 1-5th and I am just not feeling it at all. Also booked air for our annual spring trip and waiting to book DVC studio for that. My heart isnt in it at all.

 

[Corinne]

Corinne it really is terrible weather here in MA. We are going to Lake Winnipesaukee starting the 25th and I am praying the weather pattern changes to dry and hot!! We work too hard to not have our vacation week with good weather. Although I am a big believer in any day at the lake is better than a day at work so we will make the best of it.

I’ll send some Your way! Hopefully we’ll be out of this weather pattern in time for your week at the lake!

 

[Corinne]

Agree this weather has been absolutely ridiculous here in MA! I cant take it, we lost our sweet dog almost 2 weeks ago and its been hard but this weather is making it worse. We are supposed to go to WDW Nov 1-5th and I am just not feeling it at all. Also booked air for our annual spring trip and waiting to book DVC studio for that. My heart isnt in it at all.

I am so sorry for your loss

 

[momtwoboys]

I am so sorry for your loss

just miss her, we were lucky to love her for almost 14 years. When ready we do want another Toy Fox Terrier, such a smart loving breed. Been a rough time here, oldest son has had 4 surgeries since aug 2020 and he is healing from the last one june 8th. I need pixie dust to get out of this funk and hoping by Nov I can enjoy the trip for my 50th! Let's get this MA weather better for us all! Come on summer!!!!!!!

 

[Lakegirl]

Agree this weather has been absolutely ridiculous here in MA! I cant take it, we lost our sweet dog almost 2 weeks ago and its been hard but this weather is making it worse. We are supposed to go to WDW Nov 1-5th and I am just not feeling it at all. Also booked air for our annual spring trip and waiting to book DVC studio for that. My heart isnt in it at all.

Oh No I am so sorry to hear about your dog. They are like our children. My heart breaks for you. They are with us for such a short time but really became so much a part of every day. You were blessed to have the time you did as was he/she to have you. Thinking of you and hoping it gets somewhat easier with time.

 

[Lakegirl]

just miss her, we were lucky to love her for almost 14 years. When ready we do want another Toy Fox Terrier, such a smart loving breed. Been a rough time here, oldest son has had 4 surgeries since aug 2020 and he is healing from the last one june 8th. I need pixie dust to get out of this funk and hoping by Nov I can enjoy the trip for my 50th! Let's get this MA weather better for us all! Come on summer!!!!!!!

I just read this post after I replied to your other. So sorry to hear about your son as well. My son has had some really bad health issues as well and we are trying to figure out what is wrong. I went to the ER with him last week and 3 doctors appointment. He’s been sick since March, prayers your son feels better and this was the last of his health issues. I have a feeling your November trip will be magical. I was there for my Birthday last September and it was my 47th so I’m right behind you.
Hope everyone has a magical week.

 

[momtwoboys]

I just read this post after I replied to your other. So sorry to hear about your son as well. My son has had some really bad health issues as well and we are trying to figure out what is wrong. I went to the ER with him last week and 3 doctors appointment. He’s been sick since March, prayers your son feels better and this was the last of his health issues. I have a feeling your November trip will be magical. I was there for my Birthday last September and it was my 47th so I’m right behind you.
Hope everyone has a magical week.

Hope your son is getting help from the rigjt dr's. Its alot to deal with on top of the last year and half of pandemic stuff .

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

just miss her, we were lucky to love her for almost 14 years. When ready we do want another Toy Fox Terrier, such a smart loving breed. Been a rough time here, oldest son has had 4 surgeries since aug 2020 and he is healing from the last one june 8th. I need pixie dust to get out of this funk and hoping by Nov I can enjoy the trip for my 50th! Let's get this MA weather better for us all! Come on summer!!!!!!!

Moose dust and pixie dust coming your way from me. Sorry things have been so hard and I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope your son recovers well. You are now a part of the best group of people are the disboards. You will get a lot of support here.

 

[momtwoboys]

Moose dust and pixie dust coming your way from me. Sorry things have been so hard and I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope your son recovers well. You are now a part of the best group of people are the disboards. You will get a lot of support here.

thank you appreciate it very much!