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

[sleepydog25]

And sorry if there are any Washington Nationals fans among the Groupies, but we are just a tad bit excited about the Cardinals again. Quite a game last night.

Been a Cards fan since. . .well, let's just say quite a long while (I lived in Sedalia for three years as a child), and I thought they'd used up all their magic last year. Guess there was a little bit left over. . .

 

[rfassett]

And best wishes to all of the groupies that might still have a dog in the race of the baseball playoffs. As for me, I root for the perrenial losers - I love the Cleveland Indians. "Maybe next year". That quote was pre-recorded many, many years ago.

 

[sleepydog25]

And best wishes to all of the groupies that might still have a dog in the race of the baseball playoffs. As for me, I root for the perrenial losers - I love the Cleveland Indians. "Maybe next year". That quote was pre-recorded many, many years ago.

There's always "Major League."

 

[Muushka]

Thanks ! My morning here in Phila started out quite cold in the 30's. Warmed up to the 50's ! Such a shock from my two weeks in FL and the Caribbean ! Trouble adjusting.

Our Di made the VWL Groupie emblem a few years ago. I was (once again) unable to make a scheduled meet at the VWL due to moving my daughter out of nearby FL Tech University in Melbourne. Di was kind enough to leave it at the WL front desk

******When are all of you meeting again ??? Believe it or not, I'm trying to plan a trip to WDW in mid Dec (with a visit to Tallahassee to visit my dd and her fiance in there too). I haven't been following your meets because I never thought a trip in Dec was in the stars for us. Only SSR is available at this time.......not surprising......

We're looking at 12/8 at BLT. Hope you can come!

I still feel so silly thinking that the ranger was Stan. I looked so quickly, felt so sad and began replying.
Silly me, as if you don't know Ranger Stan

Yep, we'll take you up as our guests! No problem!

Maria, DDad and I will be there until the 15th. Would love to see you!


Thinking of you Eliza We miss you and are here for you when you're ready.

Thank you! But I thought you needed to be staying on property? Just want to be sure!

 

[rfassett]

Sitting here finishing up some work and listening to Disney songs on Pandora. Just played Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's rendition of "Over the Rainbow". One of my all time favorite songs and Israel (RIP) really makes me want to fly over the rainbow. Wow!

Oh, and for some reason, I can't get my chair to rock. Wonder if I can get one of the lodge's rockers in my suitcase.

 

[jimmytammy]

Muushka
My understanding, from the DVC website is you must be on property, but you should be able to attend via Rich and Di(shhhh, we wont say a word)

 

[jimmytammy]

Granny,
You know I would have preferred my Braves in it, but glad Cards eliminated the Nats. Its that division rival deal

Really hope Tigers and Cards are the teams to make it

 

[jimmytammy]

I think we can make it. We are at Epcot on Saturday and have dinner scheduled at Via Naopli @ 5:45 pm. So we might be a little late getting to the TOTWL, but it looks doable for us.

Excited yall can make it! We will be at Epcot that day too, eating at San Angel with friends from back home.

 

[Muushka]

Muushka
My understanding, from the DVC website is you must be on property, but you should be able to attend via Rich and Di(shhhh, we wont say a word)

Ok. We will trust our Groupies! I think maybe as we head over we will give a call.

Awwww. I just looked it up on my phone to see if I had DDi and DDad's phone number, but alas, no.
But, I put everyone under the Gr heading and there are tons of you all in there! DDi, PM on it's way!
(Thank goodness I can do those again! Come to think of it, I emailed. Better).

 

[anett]

Yahoo! Our split stay is no longer, the wait list came through and we will enjoy 8 full days at VWL! We would like to know if anyone can explain if/how we can take boat transportation to the other resorts. I read somewhere there is a boat to the contemporary. But is there one to MK and if so can we boat transfer to the other resorts on the lagoon. We would like to make a few more resses around the "lake", we have one already at Ohanas at 7:30am.... I sure hope there is a boat that early!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Yahoo! Our split stay is no longer, the wait list came through and we will enjoy 8 full days at VWL! We would like to know if anyone can explain if/how we can take boat transportation to the other resorts. I read somewhere there is a boat to the contemporary. But is there one to MK and if so can we boat transfer to the other resorts on the lagoon. We would like to make a few more resses around the "lake", we have one already at Ohanas at 7:30am.... I sure hope there is a boat that early!!!

1st, congrats on that waitlist coming thru!!
Boats travel direct to MK from WL, also, a smaller boat travels to Contemporary and Fort Wilderness. You can do either. Boat to MK, then catch boat to Poly or GF. Or Boat to Contemporary, then monorail to Poly or GF. This would be faster, IMO. Depending on what time MK opens, depends on time when monorail and boats will run.

Let me say, have a great time at the Lodge!!

Also, if you want me too, I can add your dates to the 1st page if you want. If so, just send me a PM.

 

[rfassett]

Anett, I agree with Jimmy. And congratulations on the wait list coming through. Ours came through last week so we will not have a split stay either. Don't know if it is an issue for you, but the wait list coming through caused our dining plan to be cancelled and the only way I found out about it was the credit on my debit card. I immediately called Member services but that was the day they were down for maintenance. So I called the next day and got it fixed. So when will you be there? We arrive Thursday.

 

[jimmytammy]

And best wishes to all of the groupies that might still have a dog in the race of the baseball playoffs. As for me, I root for the perrenial losers - I love the Cleveland Indians. "Maybe next year". That quote was pre-recorded many, many years ago.

Always had a soft spot in my heart for the Indians. We were fortunate enough to have Clevelands rookie minor league team in my hometown(Burlington, NC)for several seasons(maybe 15)before becoming Burlington Royals(KC affiliate)a few yrs ago. I got to see Manny Ramirez, Jim Thome, CC Sabathia, Mark Lewis, Richie Sexton among many other soon to be big leaguers on those teams. Those were some good days for baseball fans here locally.

 

[rfassett]

Yeah Jimmie, those were the days. I have been an Indians fan through the thick and thin, near and far. Folks in Houston would look at me funny when we lived there and it became known that I was an Indian's fan.

 

[Firepath]

Hi Groupies. We were visiting our soon-to-be-home last week while vacationing at WDW. I was looking for a DVC check-in in the Lodge's lobby and didn't see a separate window or location. Do you just check in same as if staying at the Lodge?

Also while there I was so relieved to find roll-on Benadryl in the store. I had been bitten pretty badly by mosquitoes (I'm allergic) while staying at POR. After I got home I began to think maybe I only found the Benadryl at Wilderness because it has a mosquito problem. I really hope not. Have any of you experienced this?

 

[rfassett]

Hi Groupies. We were visiting our soon-to-be-home last week while vacationing at WDW. I was looking for a DVC check-in in the Lodge's lobby and didn't see a separate window or location. Do you just check in same as if staying at the Lodge?

Also while there I was so relieved to find roll-on Benadryl in the store. I had been bitten pretty badly by mosquitoes (I'm allergic) while staying at POR. After I got home I began to think maybe I only found the Benadryl at Wilderness because it has a mosquito problem. I really hope not. Have any of you experienced this?

Not seeing a moosie, I wonder if you are a new Goupie. If so, Welcome Home!!! If not, Welcome Home!!!

The last time I stayed at WL, which admittedly was far, far too long ago, check in was the same place for the Villas and the Lodge. The multiple times that I have stayed at WL I have not experienced a mosquito issue.

A Groupie with more recent experience can correct me if my information is dated.

 

[sleepydog25]

Hi Groupies. We were visiting our soon-to-be-home last week while vacationing at WDW. I was looking for a DVC check-in in the Lodge's lobby and didn't see a separate window or location. Do you just check in same as if staying at the Lodge?

Also while there I was so relieved to find roll-on Benadryl in the store. I had been bitten pretty badly by mosquitoes (I'm allergic) while staying at POR. After I got home I began to think maybe I only found the Benadryl at Wilderness because it has a mosquito problem. I really hope not. Have any of you experienced this?

There is no separate check-in for DVC members at the Lodge--just head up to the desk in the main Lodge lobby. We've never had much of a wait when checking in as they seem to staff the check-in desk fairly well. As for the mosquito issue, I've not noticed them in any particular numbers there. I have a 12-yr old daughter who is fairly susceptible to mosquito bites, and she's never had an issue, either.

Congrats on owning at VWL! It's our favorite place in the World. Welcome home! As others will say, come grab a rocker and sit a spell.

 

[jimmytammy]

Welcome to the groupies Firepath!!!
And Welcome Home, you picked a great place to call Home

As for mosquitos, we have never experienced a huge amount there. I know certain times of the year, normally warmer mos., we have seen some bugs flying but not mosquitos. I kid around my house and job that I am like a Golden Corral for mosquitos, they swarm around me We live in NC and refer to mosquitos as our state bird

 

[Muushka]

Welcome to the groupies Firepath!

Visit often and grab a Moosie for a siggy!

Test Track to Reopen at Epcot on December 6
The eagerly-awaited, reimagined Test Track will officially reopen on December 6. This re-engineered attraction will allow guests to experience the fun world of automotive design firsthand. Guests will first enter a Design Studio and make a series of selections (as an individual or a group) to create their ideal virtual custom concept vehicle. They then board a six-passenger SimCar for a test drive to see how their own design compares to the attractions SimCar in Capability, Efficiency, Responsiveness and Power.
The post-show should be just as much fun. Guests can see how well their car performed, and race it over changing terrains and extreme conditions on a digital driving table. Guests can also produce and star in a TV commercial for their custom cars, explore a Chevrolet showroom that will feature the latest models, and more.

And this sounds like it would be fun also. When we cruise, we follow the strings around the ship!

Nova Era Offers a Classic Experience at Downtown Disney
Walking around Walt Disney World, you hear a wide variety of unforgettable sounds  from singing Tiki Birds to the whoosh of runaway trains. But did you know that you can hear the stirring sounds of classical music at Downtown Disney four nights each week?
Nova Era, a trio of classically trained musicians, perform Thursday through Sunday just outside Fultons Crab House (entertainment subject to change). Sometimes dressed in their 18th century costumes and powdered wigs (and sometimes in simple black) the trio updates Mozart, Vivaldi, Beethoven and Bach by adding drums, electric bass, and keyboards to traditional string instruments.

 

[tea pot]

Hi Guys
I can't believe I've been gone so long
Miss you all and need to catch up

Went to the White Mountains last week
no computer, and sadly no Moose Sightings
but did see some black bears on the mountain.
This lodge is just at the bottom of Cannon
in Franconia Notch, NH
Boy can the weather change on a dime up there
when we arrive it was picture postcard New England Autumn
the morning we left it was snowing a light dusting covered
the ski slops

Muushka
We've seen Nova Era a couple times and loved them

So sorry we will miss the Dec groupie meet
I told the Big Guy
I"m booking Dec 2013 right at the 11 month window
so I'm hoping you all will too

take care