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

[jimmytammy]

Mia

US is allowing marketing researchers in the park and they are trying to stop you on every corner to ask you a series of questions about products. It is a bit annoying as you are just enjoying your day and cant get away from it. As T said, if they were in booths and you chose to participate that would be fine, but to pay hefty prices to get into the park, then be bombarded with these guys running up to you and trying to corner you

WDW does the same but it is a lot less obvious as rides are sponsored by companies, but its not so in your face. Just my observation.

 

[horselover]

Hi Groupies! I'm back from the World. Had a wonderful time. First solo trip. It took a bit to get used to being alone & I admit there were times I was missing the family, but once I embraced the freedom of it it was fantastic. No one to get ready but me. If I felt like doing 3 parks in a day (which I did) I did it. If I felt like having a carrot cake cookie for breakfast (which I did!) I had it. That would not have been a good example to set for the children. I've already told DH he should be expecting this to be an annual (I hope) thing for me. I may invite someone to join from time to time but if I went again alone I'd have no problem with that. I went on the Wild Africa Trek on Sunday. It was fantastic! I highly recommend it as long as you have no mobility issues. If anyone is interested in seeing those pics let me know. I'd be happy to post some once I receive my photo CD in the mail.

I'm happy to report I did make it over to the Lodge for a visit. Sadly I did not have time to sit by the quiet pool, but at least I had a visit. I tried to find things to take pics of that I didn't already have but I failed miserably! I think I have pictures of every possible angle of the Lodge & it's surroundings so these will likely be pics you've seen before but here goes.

And this one is just for Cheer4Bison

This one is obviously not the Lodge but I think it's beautiful so I'm going to share. Took this on my sunrise walk around Crescent Lake on Sat.

Hope everyone is doing well.

 

[stopher1]

Hi Groupies! I'm back from the World. Had a wonderful time. First solo trip. It took a bit to get used to being alone & I admit there were times I was missing the family, but once I embraced the freedom of it it was fantastic. No one to get ready but me. If I felt like doing 3 parks in a day (which I did) I did it. If I felt like having a carrot cake cookie for breakfast (which I did!) I had it. That would not have been a good example to set for the children. I've already told DH he should be expecting this to be an annual (I hope) thing for me.

That is so awesome! Wonderful pictures. Thank you for sharing, Julie. Welcome back. Glad you enjoyed your solo time. While I really love going with the family -but after so many times going solo for one reason or another - I absolutely love those trips as well, for a variety of reasons - there's just something special about those trips that doesn't quite come with family trips. You are so right - the freedom is remarkable. One of my favorites is not having to stop & wait for others who suddenly need a restroom break.... just 5 or 10 minutes after you already did that, and they didn't need to go then. And yes, ice cream or cake for breakfast!! Eat where you want to. Go on what you want to. Hop to another park or destination if you want to - with NO complaining. Sigh. I like those kinds of experiences.

 

[Granny]

Julie...thanks for the pictures. I know what you mean about looking for new photos to take at WL and VWL. Hard to find new shots or angles. Still, it is always great to see those great reminders of our beloved Lodge. And I'll raise my hand to vote yes for seeing some pictures of the Wild Africa Trek. You know us groupies....we're a very visual bunch of folks!

Jimmy...hope your trip continues to be a good one. We went to Universal last year and didn't see the marketing people you mention, other than in the parking garage walkway area. I agree with you...that HP ride is pretty incredible.

 

[Dizny Dad]

Julie - Wild Africa Trek - me, too; I want to see! Thanks!

 

[jimmytammy]

Granny
I wouldnt have as much problem in the parking area as you arent in the parks yet. Im sure even then it would be annoying.

Rode the revamped Spidey and it was awesome!! We waited in single riders line for 45 mins.

Hit Forbidden Journey(HP) twice single riders line literally a walk on. Ate at 3 broomsticks again, really good for CS. More frozen butterbeer.

Saw Sinbad show. Shows at US/IOA def. need some Disney magic, showmanship is very lacking and they make cracks at WDW, but I think they do this because they cant live up to WDW standards.
Some shows like Disaster and Terminator are cool in how live and movie intermingle with each other.

I think we all agree WDW is far better fit for us than the Darkside. Darkside has some really cool rides, but then so many stores between attractions, marketing, etc. I might go back in 10 yrs(or later).

Going to one more Braves game Fri. before home on Sat. All in all its been a great trip, really enjoy just being at OKW/WDW. Heading to Ohana tonight.

 

[jimmytammy]

Hi Groupies! I'm back from the World. Had a wonderful time. First solo trip. It took a bit to get used to being alone & I admit there were times I was missing the family, but once I embraced the freedom of it it was fantastic. No one to get ready but me. If I felt like doing 3 parks in a day (which I did) I did it. If I felt like having a carrot cake cookie for breakfast (which I did!) I had it. That would not have been a good example to set for the children. I've already told DH he should be expecting this to be an annual (I hope) thing for me. I may invite someone to join from time to time but if I went again alone I'd have no problem with that. I went on the Wild Africa Trek on Sunday. It was fantastic! I highly recommend it as long as you have no mobility issues. If anyone is interested in seeing those pics let me know. I'd be happy to post some once I receive my photo CD in the mail.

I'm happy to report I did make it over to the Lodge for a visit. Sadly I did not have time to sit by the quiet pool, but at least I had a visit. I tried to find things to take pics of that I didn't already have but I failed miserably! I think I have pictures of every possible angle of the Lodge & it's surroundings so these will likely be pics you've seen before but here goes.

And this one is just for Cheer4Bison

This one is obviously not the Lodge but I think it's beautiful so I'm going to share. Took this on my sunrise walk around Crescent Lake on Sat.

Hope everyone is doing well.

Glad you made it home safe and had a great trip!

At this point I will just wait and get pics up ASAP after getting home. T has to help me and I dont want to bother her to get photobucket going. So all those pics I promised are still forthcoming, just will do later than sooner.

 

[cheer4bison]

Julie,

Thanks so much for the bison shot in front of our beloved lodge! So nice of you to remember that's one of my favorite places and photo spots at WL. Definitely put a smile on my face tonight.

 

[Linda67]

Wonderful pictures

Thanks so much for brightening up my morning

 

[twokats]

OK, Groupies!

Heads up. . . . . . tomorrow is an important day. . . . . .

Icecoldpenguin (Teresa) will be celebrating her day

Happy Birthday Teresa!!

Hope it is a great one.

 

[stopher1]

Hello Groupies! Happy Friday!

It's been a busy week around my house, and spring has definitely sprung! Almost time to get out and start doing a little in the yard - but not quite yet. Our crocuses have started to bloom, and the tulips are breaking out of the ground starting to shoot up. Wow. The winter that really wasn't is just about over.

Hey, I know that some of you like to cruise, and some of you might even be considering a cruise yet this year. Anyone ever been to Bermuda? Well we'd love to have you along on a sailing in October, if you have the time, resources and any inclination. RCI and my franchisor put together a nifty deal for us to share with anyone who might be interested. You can learn about it here if you have any curiosity about it at all. It's not DCL, and it's not the Lodge, but it might be fun to sail away together. I'm working on putting together a Dis Dad's cruise for next year for my buddies over on the Dad's board... anyone have any interest in a Groupies cruise? I could put something together if there's interest...

Hope you all have a great weekend!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Mia

US is allowing marketing researchers in the park and they are trying to stop you on every corner to ask you a series of questions about products. It is a bit annoying as you are just enjoying your day and cant get away from it. As T said, if they were in booths and you chose to participate that would be fine, but to pay hefty prices to get into the park, then be bombarded with these guys running up to you and trying to corner you

WDW does the same but it is a lot less obvious as rides are sponsored by companies, but its not so in your face. Just my observation.

Wow JT. <shaking my head> at US. I can't imagine they're getting good feedback from their guests about this ? That would SO annoy me.

Hi Julie ! Welcome back ! Glad you had a great solo trip. I can imagine it would take some getting used to. I spent ONE day in WDW alone and felt it was difficult to adjust to. Your photos are beautiful. And please share your African Trek pics ! PS : carrot cake cookie ??? WHERE are these please ??!!!

 

[shoes99]

Trying to do a little post cruise planning. We get off the Fantasy on Sat May 26th and are taking DCL transfers to the VWL. We will probably get to the resort by 10:30AM, I know I will have to check my luggage with bell services since villas are usually not ready that early. We have a studio for 2 nights, anyone have any experience with getting off the ship and having a villa ready early. It would be a Sat checkin for a studio.
Michele

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Birthday Icecoldpengiun!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Went to the game today and got Bobby Cox autograph on my Braves cap and also got him to sign a ball for my Dad as well. He nodded his head like he recognized me(or maybe not) but I can think it anyway

Heading home tomorrow

 

[MiaSRN62]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ICECOLDPENGUIN !​

 

[Corinne]

Julie~glad you had a nice trip and loved your photos! Loved the sunrise/YC lighthouse photo

JT~ I was wondering where your photos were! I look forward to seeing them as always!

Stopher~ I PM'd you about adding my May trip to the list, hope you rec'd it. Thanks!

ICECOLDPENGUIN!!

 

[horselover]

Hi Julie ! Welcome back ! Glad you had a great solo trip. I can imagine it would take some getting used to. I spent ONE day in WDW alone and felt it was difficult to adjust to. Your photos are beautiful. And please share your African Trek pics ! PS : carrot cake cookie ??? WHERE are these please ??!!!

These little beauties can be found at the Writer's Shop at DHS. It's near Star Tours heading towards Lights, Motor, Action. I've also seen them at the sweets shop near Starring Rolls. I'd recommend trying to have it at the Writer's Workshop. Try to grab one of the window seats (where I was when I took the pic). It's a great spot to enjoy your snack & people watch at the same time.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ICECOLDPENGUIN!!!

 

[stopher1]

Stopher~ I PM'd you about adding my May trip to the list, hope you rec'd it. Thanks!

I did Corinne. It's on my to do list for this weekend.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Happy Birthdy Icecoldpenguin!!

And a Belated Happy Birthday to LadyTink75!

These little beauties can be found at the Writer's Shop at DHS. It's near Star Tours heading towards Lights, Motor, Action. I've also seen them at the sweets shop near Starring Rolls. I'd recommend trying to have it at the Writer's Workshop. Try to grab one of the window seats (where I was when I took the pic). It's a great spot to enjoy your snack & people watch at the same time.

Yum Yum!! Had one of these back in May sitting outside SciFi. Glad you had a great trip Julie!