We're Baaaaack!! **The WLV's groupies & Trivia Thread chapter 3

[Muushka]

Yes, the boards can be a very scary place. You think this is bad, stay away from the political threads! It's funny, even on those heated threads, when another Groupie and I meet, on opposite ends of the political spectrum, we still are very considerate of one another. This is a special thread indeed.
And we are glad that you are here too!

 

[Oshawa]

I will totally stay away from the Political threads. I agree with you even if you are not on the same page you should really respect that persons opinions and for speaking up. We are very lucky that in our respective countries that we can do that. Some people act really tough when they are on the computer and not face to face.

Very glad to be a part of this group.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Maria, I have to say, I visited the BLT while there and thought of you while looking around. I hated it! Loved the location, but what the heck were they smoking when they did the decorating? Almost as bad as that sofa/rug at VWL!!!

Stay here with us, safe place.....safe place.....

I hear ya Muushka ! I will try and convince dh to "check out" BLT when we are there next week.....but I'm not holding my breath. Loved your post on the allocation thread btw

Thanks also to you Oshawa....appreciate your kind words

 

[cheer4bison]

Hey Muushka

Would you kindly add us to the travel list? I called today to book our first trip to Vero Beach, July 21-26 and then one night at SSR before we fly home on the 27th. It's not VWL, but we're excited to hit the beach and sample some of the other DVC properties!

Thanks!

Jill

 

[Granny]

Thanks for being so friendly on this thread. I am glad to be a part of VWL. You are a great group of people.

I think that the Groupies, who appreciate the laid-back serenity of WL/VWL, tend to be a bit laid-back ourselves.

It used to be really funny when the "resort war" threads would come up especially in the old days a few years ago with OKW vs BWV (oh Richyams, we miss ya!). Many of the comments were intended as humorous but sure enough some people got downright nasty.

Us VWL folk would just sit on the sideline in our rockers, laughing at those other folks since we all knew how great of a resort VWL is but didn't feel the need to put other resorts down to make our point.

We're glad you decided to come sit a spell with us. Just like VWL is a haven from the craziness of WDW and the parks, this thread is a safe harbor from the tempests going on around the rest of the boards.

 

[Inkmahm]

horselover In our experience, the Turf Club is good, not great. It can be a lovely meal if you eat later in the evening (after 7:30). We've been 3 times. On all occasions there have been multiple families with multiple little ones that are thoroughly enjoying themselves! They will even have stick horse races for the youngest diners. Yachtsman would be my choice with the Chateau Briaund (sp) for 2. The Chilled Seafood Salad - Lobster, Shrimp and Jumbo Crab with Lemon Créme Fraiche and Avocado Cream is excellent as an appetizer if you like seafood.
We also like the Artists Point very much! And I agree, the Mushroom Soup is excellent!


Di

Yachtsman would be my choice, too. We ate there on the first night of our honeymoon and also for other anniversaries since then. I don't believe they have Chateau Briaund (I can't spell it either) for 2 on the menu anymore though.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Count me in for a groupie meet horselover !!!!

Me too - that would be fun although I'm the tail end of the group. Glad you decided to make a trip horselover but sorry you missed the BCV room. Here's some pixie dust on your waitlist but if it doesn't come thru I've read lots of good things about SSR and walking to DTD would be such a plus!


Mia - I have to do a great big too for the "other" thread. I would think that even if other people are happy that they could at least understand and not be responding like they did.
I did up a spreadsheet and VWL's reallocation is really standing out as one of the anomaly's. I guess we VWLers really love our 1 bedrooms more than others!


And the talk about a May meet reminds me that I needed to post our change again for Muushka. Did I get your attention?
We are not going to be at the lodge for our trip in May - that'll be saved for Nov. Instead it's now AKV concierge May 8-14 and Vero Beach May 14-17th.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Mia - I have to do a great big too for the "other" thread. I would think that even if other people are happy that they could at least understand and not be responding like they did.

Thanks Kat My sentiments exactly....like rubbing salt into a wound........and certain posters seemed to revel in it

So has anyone tried The Wave yet since we're chatting restaurants ? I have dinner ADR's there next Friday. Just wanted to try it out. With teens, I often hesitate to try some of these places because the kids have such a flat appetite (pizza and chicken fingers is fine with them)

 

[horselover]

Ahhh I have the warm, fuzzy after reading some of your posts this morning. I agree this is a great thread with fanstastically (is that a word?) nice people. It's really the only thread I post on anymore. I had left the DIS many monthes ago for another owner's board because of all the nastiness. This thread brought me back & I'm so happy it did.

Looking over the point charts again. It looks like I'm with others in that we'll have to do a split between studio & 1 BR to get the same stay in Dec. we have this year. It will have to be every other year too. 50 pts. doesn't go that far, but I knew that going in. I don't see anymore pts. on our horizon either. Not that I'm sure I'd want to buy them even if I could. I'm a little worried about the direction management seems to be going these days. I'm afraid of what the next "enhancement" will bring.

So I was starting to lean towards Narcoossee's for the anniversary dinner for the atmosphere/posssible fireworks ressie time, but now you're confusing me by so many peeps recommending Yachtsmans! I can't really ask DH his opinion either because the trip is a surprise. Even though it's scheduled to be an anniversary trip I'm going to give it to him for his b-day in March. He's turning the BIG 5-0 this year! I'm terrible about keeping surprises. I'll be lucky if I can make it until then without telling him.

Even though I just got back I can't help but be jealous of those that are heading down soon. It's really cold here & we're expecting another snow storm tomorrow. I'm so sick of snow!!

Off to take my little doggie to the vet for her annual check-up. I'm sure she'll be so happy about that!

Have a moosey day all!

 

[DiznyDi]

Yachtsman would be my choice, too. We ate there on the first night of our honeymoon and also for other anniversaries since then. I don't believe they have Chateau Briaund (I can't spell it either) for 2 on the menu anymore though.

I believe you are correct. However when we asked if this was available, the restaurant was happy to accommodate us. This was last March though and certainly it could have changed by now. Could be the latest victim of our added 'enhancements'.

We too are expecting more snow today and are under a Severe Weather Warning. They're saying 5 to 8 inches. Just what we need, more snow...
Di

 

[Dodie]

horselover...

I don't want to muddy the waters any further, but I feel I must give you some additional information!

Do you ever listen to the DIS Unplugged podcast from this site? One of the webmasters - Kevin - routinely does dining reviews for WDW restaurants. He knows what he's talking about. He has reviewed Narcoossee's a couple of times and the reviews were outstanding. Lately, he swears it is absolutely the best restaurant on property.

In fact, you can listen to one of his first reviews of Narcoossee's right here (there's a link that launches an audio piece):
http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?Restaurant.ID=32

 

[bzzelady]

Muushka,

Please update the traveling dates list...Bzzelady and family will be changing their November VWL stay to come when the groupies are meeting

We will be at VWL in a 1 BDR from December 6-13th!!!!!!!
I called this morning and did not even have to waitlist!!!!!!!!

We will be somewhere else on property December 4-6th, but I have not made a final decision as to where yet-currently reserved at AS Music but pretty certain that I don't want to keep that reservation during Pop Warner time

 

[Muushka]

Maria!! I got so wrapped up in that other thread, I forgot about my own family right here!! I have updates to take care of and Yay Bzzzzzz! I'm off to work on the list!!

 

[Muushka]

Hey Muushka

Would you kindly add us to the travel list? I called today to book our first trip to Vero Beach, July 21-26 and then one night at SSR before we fly home on the 27th. It's not VWL, but we're excited to hit the beach and sample some of the other DVC properties!

Thanks!

Jill

Gotcha!

Me too - that would be fun although I'm the tail end of the group. Glad you decided to make a trip horselover but sorry you missed the BCV room. Here's some pixie dust on your waitlist but if it doesn't come thru I've read lots of good things about SSR and walking to DTD would be such a plus!


Mia - I have to do a great big too for the "other" thread. I would think that even if other people are happy that they could at least understand and not be responding like they did.
I did up a spreadsheet and VWL's reallocation is really standing out as one of the anomaly's. I guess we VWLers really love our 1 bedrooms more than others!


And the talk about a May meet reminds me that I needed to post our change again for Muushka. Did I get your attention?
We are not going to be at the lodge for our trip in May - that'll be saved for Nov. Instead it's now AKV concierge May 8-14 and Vero Beach May 14-17th.

Oh yeah, you got my attention! Good job!

Muushka,

Please update the traveling dates list...Bzzelady and family will be changing their November VWL stay to come when the groupies are meeting

We will be at VWL in a 1 BDR from December 6-13th!!!!!!!
I called this morning and did not even have to waitlist!!!!!!!!

We will be somewhere else on property December 4-6th, but I have not made a final decision as to where yet-currently reserved at AS Music but pretty certain that I don't want to keep that reservation during Pop Warner time

What?? You don't want to burn weekend points??? Just kidding, we will probably drop our 1 BR for Sat night and the following Fri.

 

[eliza61]

Yes, the boards can be a very scary place. You think this is bad, stay away from the political threads! It's funny, even on those heated threads, when another Groupie and I meet, on opposite ends of the political spectrum, we still are very considerate of one another. This is a special thread indeed.
And we are glad that you are here too!

That's because no body messes with my pal Muushka. I plan on hanging onto each and every one of my groupies.

DODIE!!

Thanks for the revue on Narcoossee's!! We always wanted to eat there but some how forget it.

Hey, has anybody tried to Artist Point at the Lodge? I've done whispering Canyon but never Artist Pointe.

All right gang, I know reading is fundemental but I must have missed the new points change. Where can I find it? Sorry for those who are negatively affected by this. That sucks royally.

 

[Muushka]

That's because no body messes with my pal Muushka. I plan on hanging onto each and every one of my groupies.

DODIE!!

Thanks for the revue on Narcoossee's!! We always wanted to eat there but some how forget it.

Hey, has anybody tried to Artist Point at the Lodge? I've done whispering Canyon but never Artist Pointe.

All right gang, I know reading is fundemental but I must have missed the new points change. Where can I find it? Sorry for those who are negatively affected by this. That sucks royally.

Read this and weep
http://dvcnews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=127&Itemid=105

 

[bzzelady]

What?? You don't want to burn weekend points??? Just kidding, we will probably drop our 1 BR for Sat night and the following Fri.

No, I actually just wanted to stay over at the All Stars and watch the mayhem with the Pop Warner children coming in for those first two nights
Besides, it just makes you appreciate our beloved lodge all the more when you leave that craziness behind!

Really, it had nothing to do with the weekend points...just what I have available at this point without trashing next years allotment!
We have not decided whether we will fly out Friday evening or Saturday morning or maybe even drive this time. Those two days booked through CRO at the beginning and the last night at VWL on a MS cash reservation give me some time to think over the options.

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

AAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!! I am in desperate need of Moose dust!!!!! We purposly chose to fly through Dallas figuring we would be pretty safe having our connecting flight in a warmer state. But of course they are getting an ice storm tonight and tomorrow! NOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!! Not now!!!!!! I am so frustrated! Could use your good thoughts and moose dust!

 

[Muushka]

AAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!! I am in desperate need of Moose dust!!!!! We purposly chose to fly through Dallas figuring we would be pretty safe having our connecting flight in a warmer state. But of course they are getting an ice storm tonight and tomorrow! NOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!! Not now!!!!!! I am so frustrated! Could use your good thoughts and moose dust!

I added your dust to your travel dates! Hope it helps!!
Good luck!

PS I wish they would allow more than 25 little jumpie guys. I really have to fool with that thread when I want to get creative!! Maybe the mods would give me a secret password to have more than 25!!!

 

[jjbescher]

You can put me down for 4/3-4/6 at VWL

jon