VWL Lovers & Groupies Thread: Meese-ka, Mice-ka MOOSE-kateers

[Disney loving Iowan]

I Book - Glad you got your generator working again. Hope the power is back on soon. Sure feel bad for everyone who has been affected by this.

DD was supposed to start college yesterday but it was cancelled due to a power outage on campus. So now today is the big day.

 

[Granny]

Thought it might be time for a visit from our favorite "hidden Mickey".

 

[TammyNC]

I'm hijacking this thread! I need a WDW fix now! Right the heck now! Who's with me????

I'll join everyone too.

Tito-Welcome to the group.

Granny-Thanks for the picture today.

 

[DisTito69]

Granny,

Your picture made my day, thanks!

Tito

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[Dynaguy]

Hi Groupies:
Dynaguy ~ Did you take the train tour in Skagway? DH/I took that three years ago and loved it. The scenery was breathtaking and I felt like I was in another world. I agree with what posted about taking tours on the smaller boats. It's a new perspective seeing everything at a "normal" level and being much closer to wildlife. One thing that shocked me in AK was the stores you mentioned (Diamonds International, Tanzanite International, etc.). I expect to see them in the Caribbean but not in AK. Very out of place. DH/I loved AK and it was one of the best cruises we've taken. The cruise was very port intensive but to see so many new places was worth it. We would like to go back in the future and see more of AK.

Have a great day everyone!

The Skagway stop is my favorite part of Alaska for touring. For shopping I like Ketchikan.

On our first trip to Alaska we took the bus up the fjord valley from Skagway into the Yukon for lunch, with stops at a bridge across a fault suspended from one end only on the way up, then Emerald lake and Carcross on the wayback. Boarded the train in Fraser and went downhill to Skagway. Saw blackbear from the bus and Rocky Mt. Goats from the train.

On the 2nd trip to Alaska more track was in operation. We took the train up to Lake Bennet Station for lunch. I think the train took us as far as Carcross, then a tour operator took us to the sand dunes and Emerald Lake on the way back in a van.

This 3rd trip being Disney, in the morning we went to the dog mushing camp at Dyea. A lot of fun for dog lovers of all ages.

In the afternoon we took a boat over to Haines, then boarded a bus, they fed us a big lunch, then took us on a wildlife tour with a driver, guide, and optical equipment such as tripods and binoculars and spotting scopes. We saw adult and baby eagles, at least six different seals, and 7 different brownbears.

 

[Corinne]

Thought it might be time for a visit from our favorite "hidden Mickey".

That photo always makes me smile!!!

 

[Inkmahm]

Granny,

Your picture made my day, thanks!

Tito

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Okay, I have to ask. How old is that photo of you?

 

[Muushka]

OK Tito. Did you just add those ears????

Today is DODIE'S Birthday!!

Happy Birthday DODIE!!!​

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Happy Birthday Dodie!!!!

 

[Dizny Dad]

Dodie - Blessing this day

 

[Happydinks]

The Skagway stop is my favorite part of Alaska for touring. For shopping I like Ketchikan.

I am so sorry that we missed that train trip! We were supposed to helicopter up onto the glacier and then go by dogsled to the puppy camp when we were in skagway. Our tour got cancelled 15 min before we were to leave - and it was too late to book another excursion. We were completely over the diamond/northern lights/and Alaska's version of Myrtle Beach "Wings" after about 15 minutes in Skagway.

Hi Groupies-

We made it through Irene unscathed - thank goodness. My brother's house had a tree come across the front of it, took out his railing and some of the brick steps - but that was it. He's in Alaska, knows nothing about it, since I didn't tell him when he called to check (what was he going to do about it 4000 miles away). I have already gotten the tree removed, called and filed a claim with his insurance, met with the adjuster today, and DH and I will clean up his yard tomorrow. If it weren't for the missing front railings - he'd never know what happened when he gets back Friday night! And, power came on last night!

So very glad to hear that everyone in Irene's path came through it okay. Except for the pain of tree removal and clean up - no one was hurt (that I've read) - so that is something for which we can all be very thankful.

Just touching base to make sure everyone is still well.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DODIE!

Be safe everyone - Katia may be heading our way next week!

Leslie

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Birthday Dodie!!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Happy Birthday Dodie!!

 

[DiznyDi]

Dodie!
Hope you've had a great day!

 

[blossomz]

Hi again Groupies! I have been knee deep in back-to-school! Decided it was time to check in with my pals and catch up!

Welcome Tito and a great big Happy Birthday Dodie!

 

[I Book He Pays]

Hi Groupies:
How's everyone doing? Anyone have plans for the weekend?

We finally got power back today. Generator or not... it's nice to have things back to normal. Power was lost at 11pm on Saturday and back on today at 12:45pm.

Disney loving Iowan ~ I'm relieved that our generator was repaired in time so we didn't lose our food nor my mother's that I keep here. I felt horrible for those that had to toss their food and worry about their families. No matter what... it's not an easy situation to deal with. Best of luck to your DD this year in college. Must be difficult not having her at home.

Granny ~ The hidden Mickey is so cute! Where is that located at the lodge?

Tito ~ The photo is a hoot!

Dynaguy ~ Skagway is a great town, fantastic people and very rustic. It reminded me of the show "Northern Exposure". When DH/I was walking around I was waiting for the "moose" to make an appearance! LOL Ketchikan has great shopping and much better than Juneau. The tours you've taken sounds fascinating. We almost took the tour in Skagway that included Emerald Lake but passed. DH has back issues and the tour was very long and not sure if he could have handled it. Next time.. it's a definite along with the dog mush camp. If I get the courage up... I would love to take a plane and walk around on a glacier. Have you stopped in Sitka during your other cruises?

Dodie ~ Happy Birthday!



Happydinks ~ I'm glad that you made it through Irene with no major issues. Your brother is so lucky to have you and handle everything while he's in AK. The amount of stress you saved him upon his return is priceless. I'm hoping that Katia does not hit the US. Last thing we need is another hurricane.

Have a great evening everyone!

 

[Dynaguy]

Dodie!
Hope you've had a great day!

What DiznyDi said.

 

[Dynaguy]

I am so sorry that we missed that train trip! We were supposed to helicopter up onto the glacier and then go by dogsled to the puppy camp when we were in skagway. Our tour got cancelled 15 min before we were to leave - and it was too late to book another excursion. We were completely over the diamond/northern lights/and Alaska's version of Myrtle Beach "Wings" after about 15 minutes in Skagway.

Leslie

We had that excursion booked out of Juneau on our second trip to Alaska. We had my parents along. It was cancelled due to weather.
Excursion Cancellation due to weather is a major risk on Alaska cruises. It's happened to us other times, too, but we always get a prompt refund. I'm glad they keep us safe. Even Alaska Senator Ted Stevens died in a bad weather plane crash.

But those helicopter and floatplane excursions are worth the risk of cancellation. They offer such terrific perspectives and access to wild areas. They are some of the greatest experiences of my life. In seperate excursions I've walked on the Mendenhall glacier, circled the Mt. McKinnley summit, followed a river into a fijord right up to the face of the Ruth glacier, seen blackbear at Traitor's Cove & toured the Misty Fjord, seen blackbear at Neet's Bay.

Hi Groupies:

Dynaguy ~ Skagway is a great town, fantastic people and very rustic. It reminded me of the show "Northern Exposure". When DH/I was walking around I was waiting for the "moose" to make an appearance! LOL Ketchikan has great shopping and much better than Juneau. The tours you've taken sounds fascinating. We almost took the tour in Skagway that included Emerald Lake but passed. DH has back issues and the tour was very long and not sure if he could have handled it. Next time.. it's a definite along with the dog mush camp. If I get the courage up... I would love to take a plane and walk around on a glacier. Have you stopped in Sitka during your other cruises?

You're right, the track is steep, those train car benches are low and not the best for a bad back.
Try a Google image search on White Pass railway and see if you think it's worth it.

I've never been to Sitka, although it's not a high priority for me, we may get there next time.

 

[jimmytammy]

We may have done this before, cant remember

So, name your favorites at WDW, and if you wish to add, reasons why
Most of all, just for fun!

1. Sitdown restaurant in parks
2. Sitdown restaurant in resorts
3. Quick service in parks
4. Quick service meal at resorts
5. Snack spot
6. Snack
7. Park
8. Ride at each park
9. Show at each park
10.Resort other than VWL
11. Special Event(thanks for this add-on horselover)

 

[horselover]

We may have done this before, cant remember

So, name your favorites at WDW, and if you wish to add, reasons why
Most of all, just for fun!

1. Sitdown restaurant in parks - Le Cellier
2. Sitdown restaurant in resorts - Kona Cafe
3. Quick service in parks - Sunshine Seasons
4. Quick service meal at resorts - Used to be Yogurt Parfaits @ WL!
5. Snack spot - Anywhere around WS
6. Snack - Dole Whip Float
7. Park - MK
8. Ride at each park BTMRR, Soarin, TSMM, Safari
9. Show at each park - Festival of Lion King, Beauty & Beast, ???
10.Resort other than VWL - BCV

11. Favorite special event - F&W

Only 34 more days until I can experience all these things in person!