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

[TCRAIG]

Hey, Groupies~
Not much new going on here in the land of the RBC Heritage Golf Classic, aka, Hilton Head Island. Had a great run of weather for a week, but we're into a spell of cooler than normal temps and possible rain. Mehh, it's weather--better than some; worse than others.

In other news, someone in this household (and it's not me) is having a birthday soon, and we'll be at the World for two nights to celebrate. Low key, and it's not our beloved Lodge. But, the Poly is a nice alternative, and we can walk to many places. No special plans, but it will be nice to be in one of her happy places. It's convenient to be only 5+ hours from WDW!

 

[suse66]

Sounds like a pretty good guess that is the time they plan to be starting the refurb and have taken villas out of inventory. Sorry it's affecting your plans! I'd suggest a waitlist as too often we've seen how the refurb times change and they'll reopen inventory and block other times. Otherwise in general I think you'll be fine to book elsewhere at 7 months -or at least we've found the Spring pretty easy to do that other than Easter having more limited selections.

Thank you so much! I will definitely try to waitlist. Although I certainly wouldn't be unhappy with booking AKL either. It will all work out.

In other news, someone in this household (and it's not me) is having a birthday soon, and we'll be at the World for two nights to celebrate. Low key, and it's not our beloved Lodge. But, the Poly is a nice alternative, and we can walk to many places. No special plans, but it will be nice to be in one of her happy places. It's convenient to be only 5+ hours from WDW!

Hope you have a wonderful trip celebrating Luv's birthday!

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Birthday Chris!!!!

 

[Granny]

In other news, someone in this household (and it's not me) is having a birthday soon, and we'll be at the World for two nights to celebrate. Low key, and it's not our beloved Lodge. But, the Poly is a nice alternative, and we can walk to many places. No special plans, but it will be nice to be in one of her happy places. It's convenient to be only 5+ hours from WDW!

Sleepy...that sounds like a real nice trip for you and Luv. And the Poly really is a nice alternative...with its own ready supply of Dole Whips to handle any sweet tooth cravings!

Do you have a secret handshake that CM's give each other? I guess these days it might be a secret elbow bump?

Have a great time on your trip.

 

[jimmytammy]

Does anyone remember this guy, Dan Cockerell, one manager of WL and FW combined, around 01?
His face looks familiar to me as he seems to fit that time frame seeing him around the resort.

Only reason I ask is I’m currently reading a leadership book he wrote recently and he mentions his time as manager at WL

 

[Granny]

Does anyone remember this guy, Dan Cockerell, one manager of WL and FW combined, around 01?
His face looks familiar to me as he seems to fit that time frame seeing him around the resort.
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Only reason I ask is I’m currently reading a leadership book he wrote recently and he mentions his time as manager at WL

Jimmy....I don't remember him, but then again I'm not the most observant guy. The only CM I really remember from WL is Ranger Stan. Sounds like a good book...I'm sure you are enjoying it.

 

[bobbiwoz]

I do not remember seeing that person.

I was looking at my other pictures from December 2016, and I did find another picture I took while walking around the area the same night as before. Our next stay at VWL is in December, and I cannot wait to be there!

 

[jimmytammy]

Stopping by to get my Monday AM. off the right foot. Happy Week to all my groupie friends and family

 

[bobbiwoz]

Stopping by to get my Monday AM. off the right foot. Happy Week to all my groupie friends and family

Good morning! Thank you!

 

[jimmytammy]

Life is good, even in the tough times. Amidst the current world we live in, I wake up with a constant reminder, we are blessed. If we have a roof over our heads, clothes on our back, food on our table, the basic necessities of life, we are truly blessed. So I leave you with words of wisdom from 2 true extraordinary brothers, There's a great big beautiful tomorrow, shining at the end of everyday!!

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Guys I'm at 4 days out!!!! Yikes! Can't believe it is here already. Any last minute tips for me? Anything at the Lodge that wasn't there 7 years ago that is a must do?

 

[jimmytammy]

Guys I'm at 4 days out!!!! Yikes! Can't believe it is here already. Any last minute tips for me? Anything at the Lodge that wasn't there 7 years ago that is a must do?

Enjoy!! I read a few days ago that the parks are not as full as previously now that Spring Break is over. Thats awesome news IMO, not for WDW as a business, but for park goers like you. Have fun and remember how we all like to live vicariously through our groupie buddies

As for all things Lodgey, Geyser Point is a must do for at least one evening. Even an afternoon there is great. Cool breezes off the water while enjoying sips of your fave beverage, nice way to wind down the day. The buffalo burger is the best Ive had anywhere. The brisket is tasty as a appetizer and easily can be shared.
Be sure to walk the new grounds, check out the cabins and the small details like the train tracks, etc.

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Enjoy!! I read a few days ago that the parks are not as full as previously now that Spring Break is over. Thats awesome news IMO, not for WDW as a business, but for park goers like you. Have fun and remember how we all like to live vicariously through our groupie buddies

As for all things Lodgey, Geyser Point is a must do for at least one evening. Even an afternoon there is great. Cool breezes off the water while enjoying sips of your fave beverage, nice way to wind down the day. The buffalo burger is the best Ive had anywhere. The brisket is tasty as a appetizer and easily can be shared.
Be sure to walk the new grounds, check out the cabins and the small details like the train tracks, etc.

I don't have the disboards on my phone but I'll try to see if I can set it up so I can post some pics. Thanks for the advice!!

 

[TCRAIG]

Guys I'm at 4 days out!!!! Yikes! Can't believe it is here already. Any last minute tips for me? Anything at the Lodge that wasn't there 7 years ago that is a must do?

Last minute tips....how about - TAKE ME WITH YOU!!!!

 

[Corinne]

Have a great trip DLI!!

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Last minute tips....how about - TAKE ME WITH YOU!!!!

Sorry it's a Mom/Daughter trip lol

 

[twinklebug]

Sorry it's a Mom/Daughter trip lol

Oh?! Hey! I'm a mom and a daughter! Can I come?

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Enjoy!! I read a few days ago that the parks are not as full as previously now that Spring Break is over. Thats awesome news IMO, not for WDW as a business, but for park goers like you. Have fun and remember how we all like to live vicariously through our groupie buddies

As for all things Lodgey, Geyser Point is a must do for at least one evening. Even an afternoon there is great. Cool breezes off the water while enjoying sips of your fave beverage, nice way to wind down the day. The buffalo burger is the best Ive had anywhere. The brisket is tasty as a appetizer and easily can be shared.
Be sure to walk the new grounds, check out the cabins and the small details like the train tracks, etc.

Uh oh Jimmy, I just read a report that the buffalo burger has been changed and it's no where near as good anymore.

 

[Granny]

Hi Groupies...hope this finds everyone healthy and happy. I’m starting to plan for our October trip which will include my Grandson. He will be 14 months old at the time of our trip and we need to get a full crib. I figure that’s something that can be rented from a third party since I don’t think Disney makes them available? Anyone know a good place to do this?

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Hi Groupies...hope this finds everyone healthy and happy. I’m starting to plan for our October trip which will include my Grandson. He will be 14 months old at the time of our trip and we need to get a full crib. I figure that’s something that can be rented from a third party since I don’t think Disney makes them available? Anyone know a good place to do this?

We were able to get a crib for my great-nephew when we stayed at Kidani Sept 2019. Had planned to use a pack n play which you now have to call for but they offered a crib instead if we wanted. I'm sure it can vary by place of course.