VWL Lovers & Groupies thread: It all started with a Moose

[stopher1]

Ooooh. HP sounds iffy to me! Some of the virtual rides (like Body Wars) make me quite nauseaus and others (Spidey) are fine. I will try it next time I go, and hopefully it will be good.

I am a roller coaster type too. Love to feel the air rushing by. I did Manta at Sea World. That is one strange coaster. The jury is still out on it. And Kracken was pretty good. I can't tell if they aren't making them as smooth any more of if my old body just can't take the bumps like it used to be able to!

Thanks for the report!

Oooh! I love Manta... Kracken not so much.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Ooooh. HP sounds iffy to me! Some of the virtual rides (like Body Wars) make me quite nauseaus and others (Spidey) are fine. I will try it next time I go, and hopefully it will be good.

I am a roller coaster type too. Love to feel the air rushing by. I did Manta at Sea World. That is one strange coaster. The jury is still out on it. And Kracken was pretty good. I can't tell if they aren't making them as smooth any more of if my old body just can't take the bumps like it used to be able to!

Thanks for the report!

Oh yes! Body Wars = upset tummy. Spidey is good for me. Star tours I could usually handle but didn't want to ride 2-3 times in a row. HP was kind of that way too. I started feeling it pretty quickly and a second time would not have been good. They do have air pumping in on you so I think they knew it might be tough on some people.

We also did the Studios and rode the Hollywood Rip Ride Rocket. Talk about a build up to scare you half to death about going on it!! I don't believe I've ever seen so many warning signs. And it was fun! My nieces decided it was their favorite coaster that we rode on the whole trip. Aerosmith came in second.

Personally I've decided that the coasters are just getting more rough. It couldn't possibly be my getting older!!

I haven't been to Sea World since the late 80's or early 90's. We're starting to get it in our sights though.

 

[Granny]

I guess we're straying off topic a bit, but I am taking my DD21 to Universal for one day on January 2 mostly to see Harry Potterville. We are staying at Hard Rock Hotel one night to get the FOTL access. Then over to WDW where my wife will fly in and join us for 5 nights.

Hopefully we can do justice to the Harry Potter land in one day. I'm looking forward to seeing what they did there. Sounds like they got Disney-like in their attention to theming.

We check in to AKV on January 3. I don't know if any decorations are still up at that point. Regardless, we're looking forward to the trip since we had to cancel the one a couple weeks ago.

And to get back on topic, I'm sure we'll be visiting our beloved WL/VWL during this trip. I'll have to find the new ranger guy...sounds like he is a good fit to fill Stan's large shoes.

 

[wildernessDad]

We're finally back home in Maryland, safe and sound.

We had a great time and really enjoyed the groupie meet. I hope that I get to do that again in the future.

Had a wonderful time with our daughter and granddaughter at Kidani. We loved the dedicated 2-br there.

Unofficially, it looks like my late-2011 plans are shaping up as follows.

Nov 23 - Nov 26: AKV Kidani
Nov 26 - Dec 4: VWL

Looks like eldest daughter and granddaughter will not be making that trip, unfortunately.

Ciao!
- wD

 

[Muushka]

Welcome home WD! You are incommunicado while at the world aren't you!
It was so nice to finally meet you and your wife and your son. It is always so nice to put a face with a name.

I guess we're straying off topic a bit, but I am taking my DD21 to Universal for one day on January 2 mostly to see Harry Potterville. We are staying at Hard Rock Hotel one night to get the FOTL access. Then over to WDW where my wife will fly in and join us for 5 nights.

Hopefully we can do justice to the Harry Potter land in one day. I'm looking forward to seeing what they did there. Sounds like they got Disney-like in their attention to theming.

We check in to AKV on January 3. I don't know if any decorations are still up at that point. Regardless, we're looking forward to the trip since we had to cancel the one a couple weeks ago.

And to get back on topic, I'm sure we'll be visiting our beloved WL/VWL during this trip. I'll have to find the new ranger guy...sounds like he is a good fit to fill Stan's large shoes.

New Ranger guy?? Granny. His name is Ranger Joe. And I am pretty sure you will like him, we sure did!

Staying at HRH! We love that place. And that FOTL cannot be beat. Any chance of adding a day to that 1 day? You can do 2 days worth of FOTL with one night at the hotel. You probably already know that, but I always feel compelled to mention it. Can't help it!

Oh yes! Body Wars = upset tummy. Spidey is good for me. Star tours I could usually handle but didn't want to ride 2-3 times in a row. HP was kind of that way too. I started feeling it pretty quickly and a second time would not have been good. They do have air pumping in on you so I think they knew it might be tough on some people.

We also did the Studios and rode the Hollywood Rip Ride Rocket. Talk about a build up to scare you half to death about going on it!! I don't believe I've ever seen so many warning signs. And it was fun! My nieces decided it was their favorite coaster that we rode on the whole trip. Aerosmith came in second.

Personally I've decided that the coasters are just getting more rough. It couldn't possibly be my getting older!!

I haven't been to Sea World since the late 80's or early 90's. We're starting to get it in our sights though.

Kat4, we sound just about the same for rides. I will take your opinion of HP and keep Mr Muush off of it! And just once for me.

That new coaster sounds fun. When we were there last year, they were building it, and it was well hidden.

 

[Inkmahm]

We got back home last night. This was a 15 day vacation in December, longer than we've ever taken. Now I have so little time before Christmas gets here! We really loved our time at WDW and then the DCL cruise though.
Time to go back to the real world and try to get things done. Not sure my Christmas cards will get out in time this year but we'll see.

DH got really sick on the cruise with bronchitis. We've both had it often enough that as soon as we figured out how sick he was on Thurs night, he went to see the ship doc on Friday morning for his antibiotics and cough medicine. It was a rough last day of the cruise for him but he made it to Castaway Cay for lunch and a little sun. Now he is happy just being home- much more comfortable when you're sick.

 

[franandaj]

We got back home last night. This was a 15 day vacation in December, longer than we've ever taken. Now I have so little time before Christmas gets here! We really loved our time at WDW and then the DCL cruise though.
Time to go back to the real world and try to get things done. Not sure my Christmas cards will get out in time this year but we'll see.

DH got really sick on the cruise with bronchitis. We've both had it often enough that as soon as we figured out how sick he was on Thurs night, he went to see the ship doc on Friday morning for his antibiotics and cough medicine. It was a rough last day of the cruise for him but he made it to Castaway Cay for lunch and a little sun. Now he is happy just being home- much more comfortable when you're sick.

I'm glad you had a good time. It's always difficult to come back to reality after such a long and fun trip. I hope your DH feels better soon!

 

[Granny]

New Ranger guy?? Granny. His name is Ranger Joe. And I am pretty sure you will like him, we sure did!

Staying at HRH! We love that place. And that FOTL cannot be beat. Any chance of adding a day to that 1 day? You can do 2 days worth of FOTL with one night at the hotel. You probably already know that, but I always feel compelled to mention it. Can't help it!

Well, until I meet him and give him the once-over, he is Ranger Guy to me!

I appreciate you pointing out the two days of FOTL that one night at HRH but we decided to spend the second day visiting WDW to see if any Christmas decorations are still up on January 3. But it was thoughtful of you to mention it.

 

[franandaj]

Since there seems to be a number of HP fans on this thread, and obviously we are Disney fans. DUH! I thought the groupies might appreciate this hilarious intersection of Disney and Harry Potter.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DC8jfW8g00

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

I guess we're straying off topic a bit, but I am taking my DD21 to Universal for one day on January 2 mostly to see Harry Potterville. We are staying at Hard Rock Hotel one night to get the FOTL access. Then over to WDW where my wife will fly in and join us for 5 nights.

Hopefully we can do justice to the Harry Potter land in one day. I'm looking forward to seeing what they did there. Sounds like they got Disney-like in their attention to theming.

FYI Granny, just in case you weren't aware, but Forbidden Journey does not offer the FOTL option so plan on doing it first thing in the morning. You'll be fine as long as you do that. Then do Olivander's if that's of interest. The lines there move slowly and grow quickly with the crowds. Maybe you get an early entry? I thought I had heard they were doing that for onsite guests at one time. HP is relatively small so I'm sure you'll get it all done in a day - or less. Depends on how many times you want to ride!

DH got really sick on the cruise with bronchitis. We've both had it often enough that as soon as we figured out how sick he was on Thurs night, he went to see the ship doc on Friday morning for his antibiotics and cough medicine. It was a rough last day of the cruise for him but he made it to Castaway Cay for lunch and a little sun. Now he is happy just being home- much more comfortable when you're sick.

So sorry to hear your DH wasn't well. Not fun on vacation! Hope he's feeling better.

 

[Granny]

Since there seems to be a number of HP fans on this thread, and obviously we are Disney fans. DUH! I thought the groupies might appreciate this hilarious intersection of Disney and Harry Potter.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DC8jfW8g00

Too funny! Some people have waaaaaay too much time on their hands to create something like that.

FYI Granny, just in case you weren't aware, but Forbidden Journey does not offer the FOTL option so plan on doing it first thing in the morning. You'll be fine as long as you do that. Then do Olivander's if that's of interest. The lines there move slowly and grow quickly with the crowds. Maybe you get an early entry? I thought I had heard they were doing that for onsite guests at one time. HP is relatively small so I'm sure you'll get it all done in a day - or less. Depends on how many times you want to ride!

Kathy...thanks very much. I don't know much about the new Harry Potter land. We probably won't be doing early entry as my DD21 is not an early riser! But as you say, we have almost all day to visit and really that land is the main reason for the visit. But I appreciate the tip...we will do FB first. I'm hoping that January 2 won't be an especially busy day there.

 

[Inkmahm]

So sorry to hear your DH wasn't well. Not fun on vacation! Hope he's feeling better.

Thanks, I think he is a bit better but now it's my turn. Bleech. I hate getting sick just in time for Christmas.

 

[eliza61]

Thanks, I think he is a bit better but now it's my turn. Bleech. I hate getting sick just in time for Christmas.

Ugh!! Isn't that the truth inkmahm, take it easy for a few days.

The only thing worse than being the lone NY'er in a house full of Philadelphia men, is being the lone NY Giants fan in a house full of Eagle nuts.

I now must bow down in front of the Eagles Christmas tree ornament every time I pass the stupid thing for the entire day and my lowly giants ornament has been relegated to the back of the tree, on the very last branch. LOL.

Have a great Monday groupies.

 

[Muushka]

Since there seems to be a number of HP fans on this thread, and obviously we are Disney fans. DUH! I thought the groupies might appreciate this hilarious intersection of Disney and Harry Potter.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DC8jfW8g00

You are not going to believe this, but while at VWL, we got the very first HP movie from the mercantile and I saw HP for the first time. I know, strange, right? I am more of a Narnia girl! I can't wait to see the new movie.

Thanks, I think he is a bit better but now it's my turn. Bleech. I hate getting sick just in time for Christmas.

Oh, I hope you are both well quickly.

Ugh!! Isn't that the truth inkmahm, take it easy for a few days.

The only thing worse than being the lone NY'er in a house full of Philadelphia men, is being the lone NY Giants fan in a house full of Eagle nuts.

I now must bow down in front of the Eagles Christmas tree ornament every time I pass the stupid thing for the entire day and my lowly giants ornament has been relegated to the back of the tree, on the very last branch. LOL.

Have a great Monday groupies.

Too funny.

 

[Granny]

I now must bow down in front of the Eagles Christmas tree ornament every time I pass the stupid thing for the entire day and my lowly giants ornament has been relegated to the back of the tree, on the very last branch. LOL.

That was quite a game. Sorry it didn't turn out to your liking.

It could be worse. You could be a Rams fan these past four years.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Thanks, I think he is a bit better but now it's my turn. Bleech. I hate getting sick just in time for Christmas.

Oh no! Hope you recover quickly.

Ugh!! Isn't that the truth inkmahm, take it easy for a few days.

The only thing worse than being the lone NY'er in a house full of Philadelphia men, is being the lone NY Giants fan in a house full of Eagle nuts.

I now must bow down in front of the Eagles Christmas tree ornament every time I pass the stupid thing for the entire day and my lowly giants ornament has been relegated to the back of the tree, on the very last branch. LOL.

Have a great Monday groupies.

Poor Eliza!! I live with a Patriots fan. A Rabid Patriots fan. It's the Vikings for me. Sigh.......... At least the outdoor game in the snow tonight has the potential to be very interesting! I have always loved watching NFL players scramble around in the white stuff.


Are any groupies going to see the moon eclipse tonight? We've been getting snow and rain since Friday but I think the best possibility for some clearing may be tonight. Got my fingers crossed.

 

[Granny]

Inkmahm...hope that you feel better quickly! Sorry to hear you're ill.

And, to get us back on topic, I don't think we've discussed one of Wilderness Lodge's little details...the hidden bear!

Everyone knows about that, right?

 

[eliza61]

Inkmahm...hope that you feel better quickly! Sorry to hear you're ill.

And, to get us back on topic, I don't think we've discussed one of Wilderness Lodge's little details...the hidden bear!

Everyone knows about that, right?

couldn't find a picture of our hidden friend but found a sign to watch for him..

 

[wildernessDad]

And, to get us back on topic, I don't think we've discussed one of Wilderness Lodge's little details...the hidden bear!

Everyone knows about that, right?

Looking back at WL at night from a boat, one is supposed to be able to see the hidden bear in the design. I've never seen it and I have looked. If anybody has a picture of it, I'd love to see that.

Edit: I think I see it. Look at the link below, the picture just below 'Wilderness Lodge-Guest Rooms' area.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2319081

 

[Inkmahm]

Looking back at WL at night from a boat, one is supposed to be able to see the hidden bear in the design. I've never seen it and I have looked. If anybody has a picture of it, I'd love to see that.

Edit: I think I see it. Look at the link below, the picture just below 'Wilderness Lodge-Guest Rooms' area.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2319081

Yup, that's the bear!

Thanks for the good wishes, everyone. My DH actually seems a bit better today but he is on day 4 of his 5 days of antibiotics. My nose is so stuffed I can't get it open to breathe no matter what I try. Bleech.

I think I have been sick probably 50% of the Christmases in my lifetime. For some reason, this time of year gets me quite often. What I hate the most though is not being able to sing in church on Christmas. I love the music of the holiday and not being able to sing is rough. Well, I have another 4 days so maybe I'll be able to croak a bit by then.

We're about to get dumped on with a snowstorm so we plan to spend the next day or two inside babying ourselves. Maybe even unpacking from our WDW trip.