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

[wildernessDad]

Now that the Christmas season is in full swing, here's a video I stumbled upon of the tree going up at the Lodge. Very cool!

http://www.wildernesslodgesite.com/...eo-wilderness-lodge-christmas-tree-decorating

Very cool video! I can't wait to walk into the Lodge lobby! Oh by the way! Seven days till Kidani, eleven days until THE Lodge!

 

[wildernessDad]

Checking into VWL Monday morning for a week. It has been a couple of years since we've stayed there even though it is our home resort (well at least one of them). Very excited.

What took you so long to come back? Anyway, have a great time!

 

[wildernessDad]

Granny, a shout back atcha! I wish we could meet one of these days! Yes, I am very excited.

I go on a Disney vacation twice per year, and reserve VWL for December mostly. I like to sip WL/VWL like a fine wine and not gulp it like it were a cheap beer. I only wish I had more time there this year, but will make up for that in 2015 if all goes well.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Good Morning Groupies. We are checking into a VWL studio tomorrow morning, and I'm wondering about the safe. I may need to (ugh) bring my laptop, which is pretty small at 12 X 8". Does anyone know if the safe in the studios can hold that, maybe an IPad, and wallets? I don't think the safes are a standard size across all the resorts. Thank you for any info you may have. Patty

I travel with a laptop that is 11" x 7 3/4" and it fits in the safes in the rooms. And I've placed a tablet in with it also. That all only takes a little bit of shifting to get those 2 in. When it starts getting real fun is getting both DH and my wallets in too.

 

[jimmytammy]

Now that the Christmas season is in full swing, here's a video I stumbled upon of the tree going up at the Lodge. Very cool!

http://www.wildernesslodgesite.com/...eo-wilderness-lodge-christmas-tree-decorating

Thanks for sharing that video Sleepy. Casey and I have found a job we wish to apply for now at WDW. Course working anywhere within the realm of the Lodge will do the trick for me

 

[sleepydog25]

Thanks for sharing that video Sleepy. Casey and I have found a job we wish to apply for now at WDW. Course working anywhere within the realm of the Lodge will do the trick for me

I agree, JT!

Quiet here in the mountains, though we've a bit of cold rain coming in today which will hopefully not turn to sleet or freezing rain. Working every week day until the school system breaks for Christmas, and that's not a bad thing. Lots of rehearsals coming up for "The Nutcracker," a production I've done every year for nearly a decade. Stay warm, Groupies!

 

[Dizny Dad]

With a smile on her face, DiznyDi whispered to me this morning "one more sleep!".

I think she means on the plane, 'cause I'm pretty sure that there will be no sleeping tonight.

See you all at The Lodge!

 

[sleepydog25]

With a smile on her face, DiznyDi whispered to me this morning "one more sleep!".

I think she means on the plane, 'cause I'm pretty sure that there will be no sleeping tonight.

See you all at The Lodge!

Say "hello" to our beloved Lodge for us, and all the other Groupies you meet, too!

 

[sleepydog25]

For all the Groupies who will be enjoying the gorgeous Lodge during the holidays, those of us who can't be there would love to see pictures. Just sayin.' Also, would like to hear your views and reports about the pool, also with pictures. Did they put in zero entry? Is the splash pad cool? Etc., etc., etc. Remember, those left behind will be living vicariously through YOU.

 

[jimmytammy]

Safe travels Di and Dad, see ya soon! We will be heading out Fri, staying with friends for a a few nights in Clermont before heading over to Sports on Mon.

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Birthday twinklebug!!!!

 

[Granny]

Happy Birthday Twinklebug!!!

 

[DiznyDi]

Happy Birthday Twinklebug!!!

Wishing twinklebug a very Happy Birthday from the pool at the Villas at Wilderness Lodge!!

I'm having a heck of a time with my iPad. Sorry!

Weather is beautiful! Currently sitting by the pool. Hope to meet with Corinne this evening. The taping of the Christmas Parade at MK this morning was a zoo. Oh my, so many people..... This is earlier than we usually travel. After today, I'm back to AFTER the taping.

Enjoy your weekend. I know I will. Dinner at Kona this evening. Enjoy your weekend groupies.

Oh, and FYI, a DVC rep told us that not only is this weeks Merry Mixer cancelled, but next weeks is as well. Will keep you informed. I really want to secure my ornament......

 

[Corinne]

Hi Groupies!

Ahhhh this place is fabulous! Especially all decked out in it's holiday splendor! We arrived very late last night (technically this morning) but it's so great to wake up and be here. Hoping to meet Di and Dad tonight!

 

[sleepydog25]

Happy Birthday Twinklebug!!!

I second this exclamation! And JT's. And DiznyDi. . .only, I'm NOT at the Lodge or anywhere near Florida for that matter. Try 50F, rain, and clouds. Umm, pictures anyone?

 

[wildernessDad]

Looks like it might be sweater weather at times at WDW this coming week. Better than Maryland though. Tomorrow is the day of travel! Woo hoo!

 

[twokats]

Happy Birthday, Twinklebug!

Like Sleepy, I am not in Florida, but we are having some fairly good weather for a while. Although it is going to change soon. We never know.

 

[tea pot]

Di, Dad, and Corinne
Wishing you lots of pixie dust and Christmas Magic
Keep us posted if you can ... thanks

PS Changed back to my original avatar

 

[sleepydog25]

If any Groupie is cruising with DCL in the coming few months and wouldn't mind picking up a small trinket, please let me know. Luv is on a mission; ergo, so am I.

 

[DiznyDi]

Good Sunday Morning!
We have a later day planned today so am taking the opportunity to stop in and give you a few pictures. We did meet with Corinne, husband and son last evening. What a pleasure is was! The Magic Kingdom was open until 3 AM! No kidding. We left around 11:00 and there were still people everywhere Our plans today take us to Hollywood Studios and lunch at Brown Derby and ending our day with the Osborne Lights.
Ahh, the wonderful lobby tree


And the Villas tree


New pool area. No zero entry, which was a surprise. Pool is enclosed with a fence.

Kids play area as yet unfinished



Balloons from the Christmas Day parade taping


And a nice meet with Corinne!



Sorry these are so huge! Photo buckets re-size simply is not co-operating this morning.