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

[Dizny Dad]

So Granny has now identified clearly that there are not just Groupies, but Groupie Dudes and Groupie Dudettes . . . . . some evil, others just dazed.

On another note; I had someone come into my office last week and ask if I was anticipating getting out of DVC (and taking a loss on my silly investment) since they figured the unfortunate incident at GF will make Disney close up. As you can imagine, I just stared at them in disbelief with the question just hanging there . . . duhhhh . . I finally said, yes, a truly unfortunate situation, but that I was pretty sure Disney will go on . . .

 

[sleepydog25]

So Granny has now identified clearly that there are not just Groupies, but Groupie Dudes and Groupie Dudettes . . . . . some evil, others just dazed.

On another note; I had someone come into my office last week and ask if I was anticipating getting out of DVC (and taking a loss on my silly investment) since they figured the unfortunate incident at GF will make Disney close up. As you can imagine, I just stared at them in disbelief with the question just hanging there . . . duhhhh . . I finally said, yes, a truly unfortunate situation, but that I was pretty sure Disney will go on . . .

That question is akin to asking if Chevrolet will disappear due to a person's demise due to a faulty airbag. Some folks just don't get how much of a financial juggernaut the Mouse is. . .

 

[Granny]

So Granny has now identified clearly that there are not just Groupies, but Groupie Dudes and Groupie Dudettes . . . . . some evil, others just dazed.

I just had to laugh when I saw that graphic that I posted for Father's Day. And I guess Star Wars keeps it Disney related. I had to edit the graphic to put in "Evil Dude" since I didn't like the language that was originally there. But of course, we have no evil dudes or dudettes here...just great folks!

On another note; I had someone come into my office last week and ask if I was anticipating getting out of DVC (and taking a loss on my silly investment) since they figured the unfortunate incident at GF will make Disney close up. As you can imagine, I just stared at them in disbelief with the question just hanging there . . . duhhhh . . I finally said, yes, a truly unfortunate situation, but that I was pretty sure Disney will go on . . .

That's funny. Sounds like someone who doesn't care for anything WDW related. I think our "silly investment" is one of the best we've ever made!

 

[pmaurer74]

So Granny has now identified clearly that there are not just Groupies, but Groupie Dudes and Groupie Dudettes . . . . . some evil, others just dazed.

On another note; I had someone come into my office last week and ask if I was anticipating getting out of DVC (and taking a loss on my silly investment) since they figured the unfortunate incident at GF will make Disney close up. As you can imagine, I just stared at them in disbelief with the question just hanging there . . . duhhhh . . I finally said, yes, a truly unfortunate situation, but that I was pretty sure Disney will go on . . .

the fact the only DVC resort available for two nights in December, 6 months out was SSR... I think WDW is not hurting right now.

 

[Granny]

the fact the only DVC resort available for two nights in December, 6 months out was SSR... I think WDW is not hurting right now.

 

[Dizny Dad]

. . . . . But of course, we have no evil dudes or dudettes here...just great folks! . . . . . . .

No evil dudes, we have? BuuHaHaHaHaHa!

 

[Dizny Dad]

. . . . . . . . Some folks just don't get how much of a financial juggernaut the Mouse is. . .

Amazingly true . . . but when billions are at stake . . . Disney Magic happens.

 

[sleepydog25]

Amazingly true . . . but when billions are at stake . . . Disney Magic happens.

No. I believe in the philanthropic underpinnings of Disney, that they always have in mind what's best for the guest when they make financial decisions. Just look at the new dining plan changes--you know these changes don't benefit Disney's bottom line at all.

 

[horselover]

Quick Breakdown of Potential Groupie Meet-ees
Keep in mind this list may be incomplete though I've updated as I've been notified. Further, everyone will have certain plans and schedules already so might not be able to join in with a Groupie Meet. Hopefully, though, this will at least provide a snapshot of those in and around WDW from Thanksgiving through New Year's.

November
bobbiwoz 28 Nov-4 Dec VGF & BWV
twokats 30 Nov-10 Dec VWL

December
jimmytammy 8-16 BWV SIL's first trip to WDW!!
wildernessDad 9-13 VWL
bobbiwoz 11-15 BWV
wildernessDad 13-16 AKV
Granny 7-15 VWL
Corinne 10-14 BC (CL)
DiznyDi & Dad 10-17 VWL
pmaurer74 VWL
horselover 21-28 VWL
bobbiwoz 30 Dec-4 Jan OKW

I'm at BCV instead of VWL now. Same dates.

Disney is definitely not hurting even with last week's horrible tragedy. I've been looking for a studio for mid Sept. That's supposed to be a slow time in the World. Started looking a few weeks ago. Can't find anything except for SSR. I was able to get a 1 BR at BWV for one of the nights. Could have had it for 2 nights but I don't want to use the points for a 1 BR for 2 nights when it's just me. I've got a cash reservation booked as a back up & have wait listed for the studio. Not feeling confident it will come through. It doesn't appear anyone is canceling their existing reservations at least not for the dates I'm looking for. Nothing for my wait list at BLT for Dec. either. I know I have zero chance of that one coming through.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Happy Anniversary DiznyDad & DiznyDi!!!!!!!

 

[twokats]

Happy Anniversary DiznyDad & DiznyDi

Hope it is a good day for y'all and that you have many more!

 

[sleepydog25]

To the growing chorus add my HAPPY ANNIVERSARY DAD AND DI!!!

 

[Granny]

Happy Anniversary DiznyDad & DiznyDi !!!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Boy - this turning 50 stuff takes a lot of effort! Over 1800 miles and 32+ hours of driving I think I welcomed it in style.

Zion National Park - Awesome!
Zion Lodge - wonderful! Ringtail cat that comes into the lobby of the lodge? Only in a national park!
Antelope Canyon - Incredible! And an unforgettable experience between getting out there (I had not ridden in the back of a pick up truck on a highway in 30+ years!), added with the controlled mayhem in the canyon, the part that my cousin and I were the 2 fillers on the truck otherwise filled with a Japanese tour group and the beauty of the canyon and it was lots of fun!
Horseshoe Bend - also Incredible!
North Rim Grand Canyon - Amazing and surprising! The landscape was not what I expected The bonus - seeing a Kaibab Squirrel https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaibab_squirrel When we spotted it in the woods while driving to the Cape Royal overlook we were fairly certain there had been some hanky panky going on between a couple of animal species.
Grand Canyon North Rim Lodge - brought tears to my eyes when we walked in.
Navaho Bridge - another interesting and pretty landmark and quite an example of engineering from the 1920's.
South Rim Grand Canyon - beautiful!
El Tovar Hotel - a lovely example of an early park hotel.
Mule Ride on the rim - half a check mark on the bucket list. Still need to do one down into the canyon.

Finished it off with a night in Vegas and a drive back to Reno that included a late lunch/early dinner at my favorite Mobil gas station. http://www.whoanelliedeli.com/

Thanks everyone for all the wonderful Birthday wishes!

Happy Birthday KAT4DISNEY!!!!
Kathryn is our Bday and Anniv. keeper these days so lets show her some extra special Bday wishes today

Happy Birthday Kathy!
Hope you have a great day!

That is wonderful news!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KATHY!!!

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Happy Birthday Kat! Hope it is the best

Happy Birthday KAT4DISNEY!!

Congrats, twokats! I know that's a special feeling and milestone.

Also HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KAT!!!!!

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Happy Birthday Kathy !!!

Kathy's birthday Wishing you a very Happy Belated Birthday! I hope you enjoyed your special day in a most magical way! Have a great trip too!

Happy Birthday KAT4DISNEY ! !!!

 

[Muushka]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KAT4!! SOUNDS LIKE A DREAM VACATION!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!! to my favorite D&D couple!

Hi Olaf!

Disney is building a completely separate DVC resort at Wilderness Lodge...its name will be Copper Creek Villas and Cabins. It will not be part of our membership at VWL, which is being re-named to be called Boulder Ridge Villas. Our ownership is not impacted for the resort we own at. The new resort will have cabins along Bay Lake and is converting some or all of the South wing of Wilderness Lodge to the new DVC resort.

All Disney has officially said is that they are building a new DVC resort at Wilderness Lodge, and they have released the names of the new resort as well as the re-naming of VWL. Everything beyond that is speculation. Here's a thread with a ton of information about it: http://www.disboards.com/threads/bo...ilderness-lodge-dvc-expansion-thread.3410778/

Oh my goodness. I had no idea about any of this. Right now I'm confused. But I'll read and will certainly be back. Thanks!

 

[rwcmath]

That's wonderful Kathy!

 

[DiznyDi]

Ah gee...you groupies are just too good to us! Many thanks for your Anniversary wishes. DDad and I are celebrating 41 yrs of wedded bliss. We enjoyed a pleasant evening on our porch reminiscing about what we were doing 41 yrs ago. My oh my how quickly the time has gone by.

Wow Kathy - that's some impressive itinerary and sounds fabulous!

MUUSHKA! So happy to 'see' you!

 

[horselover]

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY DI & RICH!!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Anniversary DiznyDad and DiznyDI!!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Kathy What an amazing way to celebrate 50!!