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

[bagsmom]

Thanks everyone! Jill thanks for those further tips -- it is great to have you guys here for advice. You all know the resorts and parks so well -- I'm sitting here with just a map and one trip under my belt.... Thanks!!!!

Kathy -- hope you are doing well. A kitchen renovation along with serious medical treatment????? Wow! You are superwoman! Super Lodge Woman!

(See, I mentioned the Lodge again....)

 

[jimmytammy]

We are finally getting rain, much needed around here. My garden was hurting but has pepped back up.

bagsmom
Parking at BW can be hit or miss. Sometimes they will ask where you are going, other times not. Just tell them you are going to eat. Thats the truth, nothing more nothing less. We like to park there when we are going to be on WS side of Epcot at night. It is a short walk out of the gates, then left to BWV. Usually not as many folks heading out of this side after Illum. as the front gate.

 

[sleepydog25]

I finally have a NC license plate that I really like!

Here in NC, they switch license plates every time you get a new car
(unless you remember to tell them that you don't want a new one).

Well, I got a new car so new car = new plate.

My new plate is so easy to remember!

A DVC resort initials (sadly, not VWL) that I really like and the great year of 1776!

I didn't know they did that in NC, Muushka. In VA, you keep the same plate number; however, when we got our new car last year, luv and I went for a vanity plate: DVC VWL. Yep, we smile a little bigger whenever we drive up to the Lodge entrance.

And welcome to all the new groupies: bagsmom, Nolanboys, Kathymford, babsbunny, and supersuperwendy! Wow!! So many new friends in such a short period. I guess that subliminal, brain-washing program imbedded on the main DIS boards is working, huh? This is the place to come for advice on all things "The Lodge." Some of these folks are real experts having owned or stayed at VWL for years (which is amazing in itself since no one is over 39 on this thread!).

Whisper softly through the tall trees, breath of serenity;
Envelope us in your soothing embrace of beauty.
Tell us your secrets to calm our souls as we rhythmicly rock,
Our cares and woes gently put to bed among the scent of pine.

Sigh. Not until November for us. . .

 

[tea pot]

Thanks, it is some better. Went to see my radiation oncologist this morning and she said it was the worst looking allergic reaction she had ever seen and she was surprised I had not had some breathing issues. She gave me some medicine to help get over it quickly and I have only taken part of the first dose and I can tell a difference.

The kitchen, what can I say. . . . we have had a week of absolutely nothing being done, but hopefully everything is back on track because I am so sick of eating out!!!

Kathy
Hang in there Prayers and Pixie Dust coming your way

BagsMom to add to Jill and Jimmy's Advice
If the lot is full you can drive over to the Bach Cub
if they ask you can say your going to Beaches and Cream
( no reservations needed)I agree with Jimmy it is
less stressful to walk back from Illuminations to those hotels.
To be on the Up and UP you could stop in for an ice cream after the fireworks
A nice way to end a Magical Day

 

[tea pot]

We are finally getting rain, much needed around here. My garden was hurting but has pepped back up.

Hi Jimmy
Happy thoughts for your garden...
and thanks for being such a great Papa Moose

I didn't know they did that in NC, Muushka. In VA, you keep the same plate number; however, when we got our new car last year, luv and I went for a vanity plate: DVC VWL. Yep, we smile a little bigger whenever we drive up to the Lodge entrance.

Sleepydog How Cool

 

[bagsmom]

"Some of these folks are real experts having owned or stayed at VWL for years (which is amazing in itself since no one is over 39 on this thread!). "


Uhhhhhh..... I'm a good ways over 39.... can I still be on here?

Oh -- the banana is back on the smilies menu! Get ready to dance!

 

[sleepydog25]

"Some of these folks are real experts having owned or stayed at VWL for years (which is amazing in itself since no one is over 39 on this thread!). "


Uhhhhhh..... I'm a good ways over 39.... can I still be on here?

Nope. Pretty sure 39 is the limit. I'd say adjust your birthday accordingly.

 

[Muushka]

Thanks, it is some better. Went to see my radiation oncologist this morning and she said it was the worst looking allergic reaction she had ever seen and she was surprised I had not had some breathing issues. She gave me some medicine to help get over it quickly and I have only taken part of the first dose and I can tell a difference.

The kitchen, what can I say. . . . we have had a week of absolutely nothing being done, but hopefully everything is back on track because I am so sick of eating out!!!

How did I miss this? So glad you are on the mend.

I didn't know they did that in NC, Muushka. In VA, you keep the same plate number; however, when we got our new car last year, luv and I went for a vanity plate: DVC VWL. Yep, we smile a little bigger whenever we drive up to the Lodge entrance.

And welcome to all the new groupies: bagsmom, Nolanboys, Kathymford, babsbunny, and supersuperwendy! Wow!! So many new friends in such a short period. I guess that subliminal, brain-washing program imbedded on the main DIS boards is working, huh? This is the place to come for advice on all things "The Lodge." Some of these folks are real experts having owned or stayed at VWL for years (which is amazing in itself since no one is over 39 on this thread!).

Whisper softly through the tall trees, breath of serenity;
Envelope us in your soothing embrace of beauty.
Tell us your secrets to calm our souls as we rhythmicly rock,
Our cares and woes gently put to bed among the scent of pine.

Sigh. Not until November for us. . .

Ah, Sleepy. You have a way with words.

Love your new plates!

which is amazing in itself since no one is over 39 on this thread!

 

[BWV Dreamin]

I switched out my VWL ressie for OKW at 7 months.... What we do for family....

 

[Muushka]

I switched out my VWL ressie for OKW at 7 months.... What we do for family....

If your family means more than 2, I am with you 100%!

 

[bagsmom]

I am so bummed! I just got information from David's. Although there is availability at the villas, they currently don't have enough VWL owners with available points. They say they get new customers every day, but at this time, they can't help me.

SO SAD!

They said that this doesn't happen often.... They are going to put me in a queue, but said that this being such a popular place, the villas might book up before they have enough points for me.

I can't do this at the Disney prices.... argghh.

 

[MiaSRN62]

I am so bummed! I just got information from David's. Although there is availability at the villas, they currently don't have enough VWL owners with available points. They say they get new customers every day, but at this time, they can't help me.

SO SAD!

They said that this doesn't happen often.... They are going to put me in a queue, but said that this being such a popular place, the villas might book up before they have enough points for me.

I can't do this at the Disney prices.... argghh.

Bagsmom...if you can get your post count up to 50, you could check out the rent/trade board here on DIS ? I haven't done a rent from a DIS Member in a long time, but my two experiences years ago were very positive. Keep the faith !

Kathy....hope you're feeling better !!!!

 

[MiaSRN62]

I switched out my VWL ressie for OKW at 7 months.... What we do for family....

Bed situation ??? I've done the same BWV Dreamin. My kids are teens and college age and two sleeping on the pullout doesn't work for them anymore. We've spoiled them----DVC style !!!!

 

[bagsmom]

Maria -- thanks!

I will keep posting!

I would be sort of nervous to deal with an individual. The money involved is huge for us.

Is there a protocol for working with individuals? Do you give them a good faith deposit and then they make the res? Then you pay the rest? I guess not... most folks don't have pay pal or anything.

Has anyone worked with any of the other companies like the Timeshare Store? Their site wasn't as easy for me to look around on. David's has a little thingie that let's you pop in your dates and it tells you how much it will be!

 

[sleepydog25]

Maria -- thanks!

I will keep posting!

I would be sort of nervous to deal with an individual. The money involved is huge for us.

Is there a protocol for working with individuals? Do you give them a good faith deposit and then they make the res? Then you pay the rest? I guess not... most folks don't have pay pal or anything.

Has anyone worked with any of the other companies like the Timeshare Store? Their site wasn't as easy for me to look around on. David's has a little thingie that let's you pop in your dates and it tells you how much it will be!

We bought our VWL points through the Timeshare Store and had a very good experience. They do now rent points with a going rate of $10-$12 per point. I'd give them a look or call.

 

[bagsmom]

Sleepydog -- thanks!

Do you recall if that point amount covered everything? Or was there tax involved? Other fees?

Thanks!

 

[bagsmom]

Other question for you guys -- since many of you are owners... if we get to a point where we might consider finding an individual...

When it comes to the area of this board that you say matches owners with point renters, is there any sort of safeguard at all? Are the people legitimate DVC owners for sure? I mean, someone couldn't just get on there and lie, could they? I'd hate to send a check to a crook. Surely there are requirements for people to get on there as owners with points to sell....

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Well yes they could! DIS does no verification of owners. People either pay to place a rental add or have enough posts to place an add for free. You can check an owners legitimacy by searching them on the Orange County website. I have never personally done this ( I am the one renting out the points, not renting from someone ) but I'm sure someone will post the link. Lots of trust and communication involved. Also, DVC requires owners to use a contract. For your protection and the owners, a contract should always be used.

Other question for you guys -- since many of you are owners... if we get to a point where we might consider finding an individual...

When it comes to the area of this board that you say matches owners with point renters, is there any sort of safeguard at all? Are the people legitimate DVC owners for sure? I mean, someone couldn't just get on there and lie, could they? I'd hate to send a check to a crook. Surely there are requirements for people to get on there as owners with points to sell....

 

[twokats]

Thanks everyone! Jill thanks for those further tips -- it is great to have you guys here for advice. You all know the resorts and parks so well -- I'm sitting here with just a map and one trip under my belt.... Thanks!!!!

Kathy -- hope you are doing well. A kitchen renovation along with serious medical treatment????? Wow! You are superwoman! Super Lodge Woman!

(See, I mentioned the Lodge again....)

I am two days into the new medication and it is helping. Still have welps and itching, but it is better.

My new floor is almost finished today. The guys will be back tomorrow morning to finish the floor and put down my new baseboards. It is called Brilliant Maple and was a perfect match to my Natural Hickory cabinets. My boss who is a general contractor let our foremen do this job for me since the floor guy they wanted to do it was booked for five weeks out. I couldn't wait that long.

Kathy
Hang in there Prayers and Pixie Dust coming your way

Thanks, I need them and appreciate it!

How did I miss this? So glad you are on the mend.

I used to take that antibiotic years ago, but I guess the chemo pill they have me on now has really messed me up for some other meds! At least that is what I am trying to convince myself with.

Kathy....hope you're feeling better !!!!

I will know now when I get the first signs of this again to call my doc immediately. I had it for three days before I got any help and so it is taking longer to get over it. Lesson learned!

 

[bagsmom]

Kathy -- I have a friend who has been back and forth to MD Anderson for years now. It is crazy to read her updates and hear about how all the medications and procedures affect her -- and how different meds and treatments used together have different side effects. Yikes!!!!!!!! That's some strong stuff they use! (But we want it to be!)

Thanks for the info everyone. For now, I guess I'll just have to put my VWL dreams on hold and try to be patient. Maybe an owner will come along to David's with a bunch of points!

My next thought is to consider a mod resort and try to find one that has a lot to do -- but is very relaxing.

But I want the lodge! Wahhhhhh!