VWL Groupies...yes, we love the Lodge, a lot!!

[twokats]

Happy Birthday, Sleepy!!!

I hope it is a fantastic day (no matter which number it is).


to the new groupies also. We are a pretty special bunch, if I do say so myself. As Muush said grab a moosie for your signature. He sure looks good!!!

WCC, we enjoy. We did not go there this last trip, but we usually do and enjoy it. DH and I will probably go in October, if I ever get my reservation made for after our cruise!

We have had a couple of dreary, foggy days, with lite rain and now we are doing a Texas usual and heading back to the 70's with a touch of the 60's in there for a while. Then who knows what we will have. We had a week ago a 70 degree day and the next day was 32 and the next morning was 17. I hope each and every groupie is staying warm and dry with your crazy weather also.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

As for the WCC, its been a few yrs since we have gone. It started to get a little to predictable for us, and didnt feel the food was up to par. Recently seeing a few upbeat posts on food, so I would say give it a try. We are going in Feb for breakfast, so will try to remember to post here a report.

That's good to hear. It was a place we liked to eat but the last time we did, which is now a couple of years ago it was just wasn't up to the same level as the past and we haven't felt inclined to go back. And DH used to love the skillet there - Meat!!! I wasn't happy with the reduction in menu items for dinner and they had changed something on the skillet - reduced the items maybe? We'll have to give it a try again.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Welcome bocaj1431

Happy birthday to you Sleepy!!!!

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[rusafee1183]

Did someone say Lapu Lapu & Blood Orange Margarita??!!!

Ahhhh my favorite drink in all of Disney World. The beloved (and strong) Lapu Lapu. It can be found at the Tambu Lounge at the Poly. You can also get it at 'Ohana & Kona Cafe. You can't get it at the pool bar but you can take it with you from the lounge.



My 2nd favorite drink. Blood Orange Margarita. This equally strong drink can be found at La Cava del Tequila in the Mexico pavilion at Epcot.



Now I want one or both!

Ahhhh. Julie, I knew we were friends for a reason! Our shared love of Lapu's AND Blood Orange Margarita's!

I also HIGHLY recommend the Grey Goose Lemoncello Slush from the 'booze booth' in France.

Hi Groupies
I've missed the last few days. We're currently en route to DS's college graduation in Virginia. Just saw that we're celebrating a birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SLEEPY! Hope you have a most amazing day.

In regard to the Drunkin Doughnuts, DDad and I attempted to get these during our December trip. Unfortunately they are no longer available at the Territory Lounge.

Rusafee: we'll be at VWL Dec 4-13

Have a nice weekend!

Di! Maybe we will finally get to have our meet! I would love to meet you and Dad for some coffee by the fireplace ... or a cocktail. Your choice!

who put an idea in my brain (guys tell her that is a dangerous thing to do!! ) and is contemplating resort hopping.

List your favorite dvc resorts in order of "likiness" Sort of like coldstone Ice cream. #1 would be "gotta have it", #2 "love it" #3 like it.

#1. Wilderness lodge. It rejuvinates my soul every time.
#2 Beach club. love the location and the bright color theme. Love the Victorian type decor
#3 Old key West. Love how the buildings are tropical color and the room sizes seem bigger to me.
#4 Animal kingdom lodge. while I loved the decor, I did not like how the building was laid out. seemed so confusing getting to the pool area.
#5 Saratoga Springs. I really couldn't get into this resort. simply too spread out for my taste.

next up: villas at Grand floridian

So far we have only stayed at SSR, BCV, BLT, AKV, VWL. We have only ever visited OKW to pool hop, walked around the BWV for some nightlife (although we will be there in a few months!) and haven't seen VGF since it's been done - but here's my list

4. BLT - It was a little too cold, and sterile for me. We like warm, inviting, cozy spaces - so it just wasn't for me. The smell in the lobby was so overpowering that it made me a litte sick every time we walked in the door... But, the walk to MK was awesome and I it was a very nice space. I would stay here again, but it would probably only be if we were bringing people who really wanted to stay here, or if it is a really long time in between trips (and we have a lot of points to burn)
3. SSR - This was our first DVC stay and we didn't think it got much better than SSR. It's beautiful, and luxurious feeling without being 'stuffy' ... but it felt a little too much like a condo complex.
2. BCV - We loved it here! The walk to Epcot and nightlife at the Boardwalk was amazing. The pool was awesome, but was always very busy. Crowds and noise don't bother me, but I could see how that would bug someone.
Tied for #1 - VWL and AKV. Both have the lush, rich, warm, homey feeling for me. I love the animals and the CM's at AKV. The art and the lighting is just so beautiful and comforting. I could spend hours walking around talking to everyone and just soaking up the culture. The distance is the only downside, but it's nice for a more relaxing trip. VWL has that wow factor with the lobby and the rustic comfort that we love. The boat ride to MK, the beach and the waterfall are the best parts for me. Plus, there's something about crickets singing at dusk that just gets me every time.

 

[Chuck S]

I'd like to insert a reminder here, that the DISBoard system does not like really long threads. This is page 210 out of the allowed 250, and it is a fast moving thread. So if one of you regulars wants to set up a new thread soon, that would be great. Just send one of the DVC Mods a PM once you have the new one set up, so we can close this one.

Thanks

 

[wfc4life]

Happy belated birthday wishes to Eliza and Slydog!! I'm a little behind on my lurking :0>

 

[bocaj1431]

I forgot to mention WCC. Hmm, I would do it one night, perhaps, but not three unless you simply want the convenience. For example, Roaring Fork has a solid sandwich and grill menu (and would be far less expensive) while Artist Point is a topnotch on-site restaurant, one of WDW's better signature eateries. Before I ate three times at WCC, I'd consider taking a boat to CR for one of their restaurants, or better yet, walk/bike over to FW along the paved bike path (just under a mile, one way) to eat at Trail's End which is a buffet and a better value than WCC. Hope this helps.

Thank you for the welcome and the info about the restaurants. I think we will try your idea about the boat to CR.

Thank you also to everyone else for their welcomes.

And, HAPPY BIRTHDAY SLEEPY!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Happy Birthday "Sly" Sleepydog!

 

[jimmytammy]

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Thanks

Thanks for the reminder Chuck!
I was thinking a few days ago, its about time to hand over the reins to someone else. So knowing we are getting real close on post count, anybody feel inclined to take it and run, make it your own

 

[horselover]

Ahhhh. Julie, I knew we were friends for a reason! Our shared love of Lapu's AND Blood Orange Margarita's!

I also HIGHLY recommend the Grey Goose Lemoncello Slush from the 'booze booth' in France.

Yes those are really good too especially on a hot day. I've kind of stop buying them though. This will probably sound bad, but if I'm going to pay $10.00 for a drink I'd like to get my money's worth on the alcohol! Those slushies are more flavoring then booze I think.

Hopefully some day we'll both be in the World at the same time & can enjoy a Lapu Lapu together.

 

[Muushka]

Thanks for the reminder Chuck!
I was thinking a few days ago, its about time to hand over the reins to someone else. So knowing we are getting real close on post count, anybody feel inclined to take it and run, make it your own

You have been a great thread keeper, Jimmy. we thank you for being a most gracious host.

 

[sleepydog25]

Thanks to each of you for remembering my birthday, including our latest addee, bocaj1431! I woke up this morning and prepared, right here at home, Mickey waffles (Luv bought the supposed actual waffle mix Disney uses to make them) and Starbucks' quality lattes to pair with them. Yum!

Dreary weather here today--rainy, windy, and foggy--but at least the temps are manageable (40s) and we're safe, warm, and dry. We, including my youngest daughter (fondly called Huh?ster) are sitting around planning meals for our August trip to the World. Huh?ster will be 14 by the trip and though introduced to Disney at a young age, hasn't had many experiences there the last few years. She loved it last summer when we got married at the Lodge, but the trip was quick. This time we'll have an entire week. I can't think of a better way to kick off my birthday weekend than planning a trip to Disney. Happy 39th to me!

 

[WDW_Diane]

Thanks to each of you for remembering my birthday, including our latest addee, bocaj1431! I woke up this morning and prepared, right here at home, Mickey waffles (Luv bought the supposed actual waffle mix Disney uses to make them) and Starbucks' quality lattes to pair with them. Yum! Dreary weather here today--rainy, windy, and foggy--but at least the temps are manageable (40s) and we're safe, warm, and dry. We, including my youngest daughter (fondly called Huh?ster) are sitting around planning meals for our August trip to the World. Huh?ster will be 14 by the trip and though introduced to Disney at a young age, hasn't had many experiences there the last few years. She loved it last summer when we got married at the Lodge, but the trip was quick. This time we'll have an entire week. I can't think of a better way to kick off my birthday weekend than planning a trip to Disney. Happy 39th to me!

Where did you find the Disney-used waffle mix? I made Mickey waffles last night but they just weren't the same.

 

[rusafee1183]

Happy belated birthday Sly! Sounds like you had a great one.

We have been having some cool, dreary, wet days here as well and Mickey waffles sound pretty fabulous.

Thanks to each of you for remembering my birthday, including our latest addee, bocaj1431! I woke up this morning and prepared, right here at home, Mickey waffles (Luv bought the supposed actual waffle mix Disney uses to make them) and Starbucks' quality lattes to pair with them. Yum!

Dreary weather here today--rainy, windy, and foggy--but at least the temps are manageable (40s) and we're safe, warm, and dry. We, including my youngest daughter (fondly called Huh?ster) are sitting around planning meals for our August trip to the World. Huh?ster will be 14 by the trip and though introduced to Disney at a young age, hasn't had many experiences there the last few years. She loved it last summer when we got married at the Lodge, but the trip was quick. This time we'll have an entire week. I can't think of a better way to kick off my birthday weekend than planning a trip to Disney. Happy 39th to me!

 

[eliza61]

So who ever came up with the stereotype that Black folks have rhythm must have been watching the Temptations perform because they certainly were not watching my family in action.....


Last night my cousin Cindy, my brother and I decided to take some of the "youngins" bowling, lol of course did a lot of bragging about how "kids" do nothing but play video games and how we were going to spank them at bowling.

First up, my cousin Cindy who hits the concession stand picks up sodas and beer. Then promptly trips over her two feet sending drinks flying all over the place.

Next, yours truly, in some sort of nostalgic fit tries to relive her youth. goes up to the lane, grabs the ball, executes the perfect pba stance and stare, swings her arm back.... promptly steps and slips. ball goes flying up, feet perform some weird double lutz, landing on derrier and back. Laws of physics kick in and ball comes back down on left foot.....


Not only did the little terrorist beat us, they blackmailed us into buying pizza by threatening to put the entire thing on Youtube.

They were gracious enough to sit with me for 5 hours in the freakin ER, getting the tootsies X-rayed.

everyone has permission to crack up laughing.

 

[Muushka]

I want to see the YouTube!!!

Hope it mends quickly, E.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

And who says bowling is boring to watch?!

Hope you're feeling ok Eliza!

 

[rusafee1183]

Oh no Eliza! I hope your foot is OK!

I will say that is a night I would have liked to be a fly on the wall.

 

[jimmytammy]

Eliza
I was thinking of trying the new bowling alley at DTD, thanks for talking me out of it

 

[sleepydog25]

Where did you find the Disney-used waffle mix? I made Mickey waffles last night but they just weren't the same.

Luv ordered it off of Amazon. The actual mix used is called Carbon's Golden Malted Pancake & Waffle Flour. It's also available through the Carbon's website, but they require a larger order which while a cheaper per item cost, you would be saddled with a lot of waffle mix. She had previously purchased a Mickey waffle iron.

Rusafee: Technically, my birthday is today, so you're not late at all. Besides, at my age, I'd not remember if it was a belated wish, anyway.

Eliza: Too funny! Hope your foot is doing okay.