VWL Groupies...yes, we love the Lodge, a lot!!

[bagsmom]

Andrew -- I loved your post!!!! Long and full of wonderful, Disney-loving detail!

You've certainly come to the right place!

 

[sleepydog25]

Welcome, Andrew! I had seen you post on a couple of other threads, saw your "WL guru" description, and wondered if you might not make it over here at some point. Your memories and emotional attachment to the Lodge echo the thoughts of many here, so you'll fit right in. Welcome home!

P.S. Someone with mad skills should design an excitable, jumping moose we can insert as a smiley. Just sayin'. . .

 

[DreamerWDW]

WOW!! What a nice way to come home from work on a Monday to more "Welcomes". Thanks!!

I always ask my 2 kids where they want to stay when planning our trips. We all have a few favorites for various reasons, but the Lodge always seems to be the one we ALL want. In fact, the VWL is the only resort so far that I actually miss when we don't stay there for a trip.

For our March 2014 trip, we've discussed all the newness "fun" of the VGF and of course would love to stay there at some point. And we've definitely always dreamed about staying at the Poly, so that future DVC is very exciting. And I could see the Poly DVC being a fairly regular destination, but we could NEVER give up regular trips to the Lodge.

I really think it will always be #1 in our hearts. We just can't go too long without staying.......

 

[jimmytammy]

Welcome to the groupies Andrew015!!!!

 

[twokats]

Welcome to the new groupies!!!

Remember Jimmy keeps the trip log for future trips

and I keep up with the birthdays and anniversaries

 

[Callymum]

Hi im a New Visitor to your wonderful WlL & WLV Groupies. I've loved it since first stepping into the large entrance and once I had sat at the Fire in the Rocking Chairs I was hooked.


Andrew- What a Wonderful thing to do for your parents and eventually your own family.
I understand completely. We have been DVC owners since 2001 at the WLV.



This was our first Trip to WL in 2001 and we bought the Dvc at WLV right away. We knew a good thing when we saw it. great Stuff.


I'm not sure if I have posted here before, I can't remember. Terrible Memory I know.
As I said above first Visit in 2001 and we bought Dvc right away. We have been every year since then with my Husband and son. We stay in the wilderness Villas for at least 3 weeks. We have even stayed for 4 weeks one year, it was awesome. It's our Home from Home. Love It.

 

[rusafee1183]

Dear Diary,

It's day 28 of this torture they call ROFR. I only hope it's all worth it, and hear good news and can call myself a POVWLG (or whatever.... ) tomorrow.

Love,

Heather

Welcome to the groupies DreamerWDW & Andrew015!

I second this! Big Welcomes to the new Groupies!

Andrew, I can't agree with your post more. I love it! There's something that feels like HOME about the Lodge. Everytime I find myself wondering if we can/should add on more points, I remember what it's like to be there, to walk through those doors and feel at peace. And being completely awe struck with all of the beauty and imagination it took to build such a magnificent place. I tell myself it will be worth all the hard work to make it happen.

Hopefully I will have good news tomorrow, I think they usually let you know on Tuesdays.

 

[sleepydog25]

Hi im a New Visitor to your wonderful WlL & WLV Groupies. I've loved it since first stepping into the large entrance and once I had sat at the Fire in the Rocking Chairs I was hooked.


Andrew- What a Wonderful thing to do for your parents and your own family now.
I understand completely. We have been DVC owners since 2001 at the WLV.



This was our first Trip to WL in 2001 and we bought the Dvc at WLV right away. We knew a good thing when we saw it. great Stuff.


I'm not sure if I have posted here before, I can't remember. Terrible Memory I know.
As I said above first Visit in 2001 and we bought Dvc right away. We have been every year since then with my Husband and son. We stay in the wilderness Villas for at least 3 weeks. We have even stayed for 4 weeks one year, it was awesome. It's our Home from Home. Love It.

This is turning out to be a great newbie week for our Groupies! Welcome to the friendliest bunch this side of the Rockies! Wow, three to four weeks at a time at the Lodge. . . Don't worry, few here have great memories, either, which is why jimmytammy keeps a running log of all upcoming trips for the Groupies, and twokats keeps a listing of all birthdays and anniversaries. Just PM them if you want your trips or special days remembered on here. Again, welcome home, and a second welcome to all our new groupies!

Heather: We're keeping our fingers crossed. . . No, no, no! I mean FOR you!

 

[jimmytammy]

Welcome to the groupies CallyMum!!!!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Andrew---what a Wilderness Lodge WONDERFUL post to wake up to !!! So glad you decided to go public here on our thread !!!! Welcome to you with open arms !!! Loved your story !!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Andrew
Thanks for sharing your journey with us, as others mentioned, we love this kind of stuff! I like being able to share DVC with family and friends. My folks have been with us a few times, and they love the Lodge too. Sadly they dont travel much these days but every so often I will throw out anytime they want to go, they just say and it will be so.

Heather
Hoping you hear anytime now on that ROFR.

CallyMum
WOW 3 or 4 weeks!! 2 has been our limit but I could see me camping out at VWL for a month, in fact a few of us had some postings regarding this back some time ago...I believe Muushka was in on it too. Barb, seems like a tent was mentioned out in the woods or up in the bushes where they couldnt see all in attendance, does this ring a bell

DreamerWDW
We feel the same way about longing to be at VWL while at other resorts. When I pass thru the lobby, I feel guilty as I keep going to the parking lot.

 

[MiaSRN62]

We did! A surprise Birthday/Anniversary gift for the Big Guy

Thanks Horselover
It's a small contract enough for DH and I to stay 2-3 nights in a studio.
Our Family trips include 7 adults now
so we often come down a little before or after the kids arrive/leave.

Ohhh wow....congrats Joy ! Exciting ! When is your first trip planned for ?!! We just got the promotional mailer yesterday. I wish it would have shown a bit more detail about the room interiors but I did find quite a lot of photos and info on Facebook and Pinterest ! I think we're gonna hold out for the Poly


Welcome back eliza !!!! Looking forward to hearing more about your trip and hope you kick your cold soon

 

[rusafee1183]

Heather: We're keeping our fingers crossed. . . No, no, no! I mean FOR you!

Well, now that I know you/Luv and Julie have different UY's than I do - I don't feel so evil for stealing it from you

Mine was for Dec!

It's going to be a long day..... How many times do you think it's OK to call your broker before you're considered certifiable?

 

[horselover]

Dear Diary,

It's day 28 of this torture they call ROFR. I only hope it's all worth it, and hear good news and can call myself a POVWLG (or whatever.... ) tomorrow.

Love,

Heather



Hopefully I will have good news tomorrow, I think they usually let you know on Tuesdays.

Today is your day Heather! I always received notice on a Tue. from previous resales & considering you're at almost the 30 day mark they're running out of time.

Heather: We're keeping our fingers crossed. . . No, no, no! I mean FOR you!

Good one Sleepydog!

Welcome to the groupies CallyMum!

JT I'm sending you a PM. I have a DCL cruise to add to the vacation list. Heading out on the Fantasy in Aug. Cruising solo this time. It should be interesting. I hope it's fun.

 

[sleepydog25]

Well, now that I know you/Luv and Julie have different UY's than I do - I don't feel so evil for stealing it from you

Mine was for Dec!

It's going to be a long day..... How many times do you think it's OK to call your broker before you're considered certifiable?

Oh, I dunno, how about 15?

 

[rusafee1183]

Bagsmom - Your trip is SOOO SOON! How is packing/cleaning/preparing going?

Today is your day Heather! I always received notice on a Tue. from previous resales & considering you're at almost the 30 day mark they're running out of time.



Good one Sleepydog!

Welcome to the groupies CallyMum!

JT I'm sending you a PM. I have a DCL cruise to add to the vacation list. Heading out on the Fantasy in Aug. Cruising solo this time. It should be interesting. I hope it's fun.

That's what I was hoping!

Have fun on your cruise! I always thought cruising solo would be fun. No compromising on all of the cheesy activities you want to do!

Have you done the Fantasy before? We sailed last May and it was AHHH-Mazing! Are you doing the Eastern or Western?

Oh, I dunno, how about 15?

Sold! I emailed this morning. I swear I will try to contain myself.

 

[horselover]

Have you done the Fantasy before? We sailed last May and it was AHHH-Mazing! Are you doing the Eastern or Western?

Nope. I've done the Dream & Wonder but this is my first time on the Fantasy. I'm excited about it. I'm really excited I won't be forced to take my DS13 to bingo! Bingo is evil. It's the Eastern Caribbean. Not the most exciting itinerary. I've been to St. Maarten & St. Thomas before but it's what worked best for my schedule. Now if only I could get a room for my 2 night pre-cruise WDW stay. Availability is horrible! I can't believe so little is available for end of Aug. The only availability for both nights in a studio is SSR. Not a fan even though it's one of my home resorts. I'll take it if I have no other choice but I'm really hoping for the Lodge or an Epcot resort. I'd grab BLT too if it popped up. I've never stayed there before. It doesn't appeal to me for a long stay but for just 2 nights it would be nice to at least try it once.

 

[rusafee1183]

Nope. I've done the Dream & Wonder but this is my first time on the Fantasy. I'm excited about it. I'm really excited I won't be forced to take my DS13 to bingo! Bingo is evil. It's the Eastern Caribbean. Not the most exciting itinerary. I've been to St. Maarten & St. Thomas before but it's what worked best for my schedule. Now if only I could get a room for my 2 night pre-cruise WDW stay. Availability is horrible! I can't believe so little is available for end of Aug. The only availability for both nights in a studio is SSR. Not a fan even though it's one of my home resorts. I'll take it if I have no other choice but I'm really hoping for the Lodge or an Epcot resort. I'd grab BLT too if it popped up. I've never stayed there before. It doesn't appeal to me for a long stay but for just 2 nights it would be nice to at least try it once.

FUN! We did the Eastern on the Magic and the Western on the Fantasy, and I honestly wished we would have swapped it. Having the extra at sea day on the Fantasy will be awesome for you!

And I 100% agree about Bingo Blah. I hate it! I always feel ripped off when I leave, but then again - I am not a gambler at all. I spent $5 at the Casino they built here a few years ago, and lost it in less than 1 minute and walked out mad. I hate losing money!

And that's too bad about the availablity. I am finding it more and more difficult to book anything after the 7 month mark. It's disappointing, because we only purchased DVC last year and one of the big reasons we did was for the "flexibilty" they are always preaching. It's not very flexible if you want to take a spur of the moment trip and can't.

 

[eliza61]

So right outside Paris a short train ride away is a little chatau known as Versailles. Now I know very little about the french revolution or European history but I always kinda felt bad for Maria Antoinette. You know that whole "guillotine" thing France had going on. Now whether she said "let them eat cake or not" after seeing Versaille, I can understand why the natives might have been a bit, shall we say "perturbed" at ole Louie and Maria.

Here's their house...

Louie didn't want to have to travel to go to church so he had a chapel built inside the palace.



Louie called himself the "sun god"



And for parties, the hall of mirrors





I'm such a "mom" because the first thing I thought of was "who the hell is cleaning all this glass"?

 

[sleepydog25]

Love the pics, eliza! Didn't get a chance to see Versailles when I was in France many years ago. Isn't it ironic, that such opulence spawned a revolution then but is so revered as an historical site now?