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

[KAT4DISNEY]

WOW Kathy ! Hats off to you ! I paid $90 for a compact (which was upgraded for no charge) for Oct 8 to 9th !

That's more along the line of what I was expecting to find. If I had wanted to splurge it would have been approx $5 to go up to a full size and then another $5 or so to go the next step up. I figured I'd be more economical though.

Great price on your rental Kathy! DDad and I have only rented a car once while in the World. We paid half again as much and only had the car for 3 days! If you have any secrets or pointers for renting, please pass them on. We expect to rent a car for about a week next April/May.

No really big secrets. Recently I've been finding that it's much better to book close to the trip for the best price. If you definitely need a car then book something ahead of time but check the prices and last minute deals 2-4 weeks out from the trip and you'll probably find a better price. Also sign up for the Alamo insider - they often have $25 or $35 off a weekly rental and you can stack that discount onto another percentage off (like if you're a Costco member etc.) And go to the budget board - there's usually a thread for each month on rental deals people are finding. Toss in a bit of luck and you've got it!

Kathy - your car quote is amazing! Be sure to take printouts of the reservation and prices with you when you pick up the car. jik

I rarely rent cars and don't know what they call the size classes any more. They used to be Compact, Standard, SUV and Deluxe. ...So... curiosity has me... What were you upgraded from? (I'm imagining unicycle? or at least a Fred Flintstone car )

Lol - I keep the email and can pull it up in a second if I have to!

Most car companies added a budget or economy level below the compact. Then there's intermediate, full size or standard, premium, convertible, luxury etc. etc. I think most have about 13 or 14 different options once you add in the various SUV sizes and minivans.

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

When you're closer to your trip you may want to check on the Old Faithful Inn again. One thing I've learned about National Parks is that people do book way in advance but some do cancel.

Tip Number one - Do Not forget to bring your camera!!! You will see wildlife - lots of it. As you drive around don't get too crazy b/c you will probably also have lots of opportunity to hit said wildlife.

Do the walking trails. They take you to some very beautiful and interesting natural sites. Get up to the north entrance and Mammoth Hot springs. And buffalo herds are often along the drive to the west entrance if you haven't seen any around the rest of the park - that's not very likely though.

If you've covered all the area's of the park and have time you may want to drive south out of the park towards Jackson, WY and take in some of the views of the Grand Teton's. I do wish I could remember how far before you get a good view of those stunning mountains but am not certain. I think by Jackson Lake you'd see them very well.

Great tips and I agree on Jackson Hole. It is beautiful there!!!!

 

[Granny]

Jimmy...glad your trip is going well. 50's Prime Time is always on our must do list, even with just DW & I.

WOW JT ! If it makes you feel any better, my son and his gf were at TSM at 11 am on Aug 24. SOLD OUT ! No more left for the rest of the day ! Are they limiting the FP's for this attraction I wonder or is it REALLY this popular ????

I think TSM is arguably the most popular single attraction at WDW. I guess because it is pretty much for all ages and the fun projectiles give it the nod over a Buzz Lightyear, for example. The last several times we've been to WDW, we've found TSM fast passes for the day gone by 10:00 a.m. almost every time. I don't know if they limit the FP's more there, or if there is some other reason. But the standby line is usually over an hour long even if other attractions are in the 10-15 minute wait range.

 

[wildernessDad]

I love the chocolate malted milkshakes at 50's.

 

[MiaSRN62]

I think TSM is arguably the most popular single attraction at WDW. I guess because it is pretty much for all ages and the fun projectiles give it the nod over a Buzz Lightyear, for example. The last several times we've been to WDW, we've found TSM fast passes for the day gone by 10:00 a.m. almost every time.

I guess I have to agree Granny.....especially in light of all these stories of FP's selling out so fast. I guess I sort of thought it was Soarin' ....but TSM is the new kid in town !

 

[Muushka]

Hello friends

Well the bags are all packed (too bad the car isn't).
We head out for Port Canaveral tomorrow for Freedom of the Seas cruise (with 8 close friends!) boarding on Sunday.
Then to Vero for 3 days and to BLT for 3 days.

See you later!

 

[horselover]

Hello friends

Well the bags are all packed (too bad the car isn't).
We head out for Port Canaveral tomorrow for Freedom of the Seas cruise (with 8 close friends!) boarding on Sunday.
Then to Vero for 3 days and to BLT for 3 days.

See you later!

Bon Voyage Barb! Have a wonderful trip!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Hello friends

Well the bags are all packed (too bad the car isn't).
We head out for Port Canaveral tomorrow for Freedom of the Seas cruise (with 8 close friends!) boarding on Sunday.
Then to Vero for 3 days and to BLT for 3 days.

See you later!

Have a wonderful time Muushka and crew !!!!

 

[stopher1]

Tammy was considered a rebel spy according to someone from the Darkside. So proud of my wife, never knew she was spying for the good guys...where does she find the time?

My middle son was the rebel spy at Disneyland a couple of weeks ago. It was lots of fun. I got him the "I Am the Rebel Spy" pin afterwards to commemorate it. DD was extremely jealous!

 

[stopher1]

Hello friends

Well the bags are all packed (too bad the car isn't).
We head out for Port Canaveral tomorrow for Freedom of the Seas cruise (with 8 close friends!) boarding on Sunday.
Then to Vero for 3 days and to BLT for 3 days.

See you later!

Bon Voyage Barb! Have a fabulous time.

 

[jimmytammy]

Have a great trip Muushka!!

 

[jimmytammy]

We are up early to take DD to airport. She has to get back to her job. Sad watching her go, but hey, they grow up, and we cant stop or slow it down. We made a deal, if she comes one week now instead of two, she is willing to come back in Mar. when we stay at OKW but go to US/IOA and see some Braves spring training games. If they find out you are going to US/IOA will they refuse you to use pts. to stay

We went to Kona with our friends from back home plus a friend from Orlando, then over to Epcot. Lots o fun. Did usual stuff, then saw The Orchestra(ELO). They were really good and sang hit after hit. Always forget how much material they had to pull from.

Stayed for Illuminations and got some really good pics. After T gets them uploaded I will share. Today its off to AK, then Boma later. Havent been there in a while.

 

[jimmytammy]

This was the certificate Kristian won to get us into TSMM. Way to go Sis!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Illuminations

The Orchestra(ELO)

 

[DiznyDi]

Have a great trip Muush and Mr. Muush - just realized how much Muush sounds like moose!
Think of us every once in a while as you sit with the warm sun on your face and the breeze blowing gently through your hair... ahhhh

 

[MiaSRN62]

Sad watching her go, but hey, they grow up, and we cant stop or slow it down.

I hear ya on this one JT.....going through this myself with my 21 dd who goes to FSU and told us she plans to permanently live in FL after graduation It's a hard adjustment as a parent. But glad you had some fun quality time with her
ps : love the TSM pic with the glasses !

 

[twinklebug]

I hear ya on this one JT.....going through this myself with my 21 dd who goes to FSU and told us she plans to permanently live in FL after graduation It's a hard adjustment as a parent. But glad you had some fun quality time with her
ps : love the TSM pic with the glasses !

Add me to the bunch... My son graduated and decided to grab a job and move into the city some 800 miles away from here, but close to school where his GF is working on her masters. It's great to know we raised beautiful, independent young adults there, but they're missed so bad back at "home".

Well, if they can handle the bills, why not Yeah, I hope he sees this... I have 2 more to get through college in a few years. LOL

 

[jimmytammy]

Just wanted you folks who are friends on FB to know, I decided this morning to unsubscribe after some questionable stuff. I really dont want to, cause it has helped me to stay connected with friends and family. But after debating it for a couple mos. now, just ready to get past it. I really feel this group to be my safe haven on the net. So unfortunately for yall, less FB time for me, which means all the more time right here

 

[MiaSRN62]

Just wanted you folks who are friends on FB to know, I decided this morning to unsubscribe after some questionable stuff. I really dont want to, cause it has helped me to stay connected with friends and family. But after debating it for a couple mos. now, just ready to get past it. I really feel this group to be my safe haven on the net. So unfortunately for yall, less FB time for me, which means all the more time right here

Totally respect your viewpoint Jimmy ! FB is something different to everyone. We are all glad you're a VWL Groupie for life !

 

[wildernessDad]

JT, good choice on FB. You can join the curmudgeons network with me!