VWL Groupies...yes, we love the Lodge!! - Page 239 - The DIS Discussion Forums

jimmytammy · 02-28-2013, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by staceyeid

So excited, just booked a 2BR at VWL in early September for 8 nights!! This will be our first visit to the resort. Looking forward to taking the boat to Magic Kingdom. Decided not to rent a car this time and fully utilize Disney transportation.

We did a combo stay between AKL and SSR Treehouse the same time last year and really enjoyed both. Loved the spaciousness and relaxed feeling of the treehouse but also loved the hustle and bustle and animal views at AKL (had a regular club level room though and it was small! ). The only downside to both resorts was the driving. We had a rental car and used this over Disney transportation to save time (especially with all the stops at Treehouse).

Where else do the boats go from VWL? Looks like definitely to MK and Fort Wilderness. Does it go to Contemporary? Can we then hop on the monorail to Poly or Epcot? Sorry I don't know the monorail layout well. My Mom would love to do the Lua at the cove and it would be great to take boat/monorail over bus. Just a much more magical experience to me!

Thank you!!

The boats do go to Contemporary and FW.
You can catch the Monorail to MK, Grand Floridian and Polynesian OR the monorail to MK and Ticket and Transportation, then transfer at TAT to Epcot Monorail.
Bear in mind, the boat then monorail to TAT then monorail to Epcot can eat up a lot of time, it can be magical though.
We love the boats around Bay Lake over to the resorts and MK. Im not big on the buses and use our van for most treks to parks, but love the boats and monorails!

Also, if you would like, I can add your dates to the 1st page on upcoming vacations. If so, just PM me

Muushka · 02-28-2013, 05:18 PM

Congratulations blossomz! Any pictures??? We love pictures!

Quote:

Originally Posted by staceyeid

So excited, just booked a 2BR at VWL in early September for 8 nights!! This will be our first visit to the resort. Looking forward to taking the boat to Magic Kingdom. Decided not to rent a car this time and fully utilize Disney transportation.

We did a combo stay between AKL and SSR Treehouse the same time last year and really enjoyed both. Loved the spaciousness and relaxed feeling of the treehouse but also loved the hustle and bustle and animal views at AKL (had a regular club level room though and it was small! ). The only downside to both resorts was the driving. We had a rental car and used this over Disney transportation to save time (especially with all the stops at Treehouse).

Where else do the boats go from VWL? Looks like definitely to MK and Fort Wilderness. Does it go to Contemporary? Can we then hop on the monorail to Poly or Epcot? Sorry I don't know the monorail layout well. My Mom would love to do the Lua at the cove and it would be great to take boat/monorail over bus. Just a much more magical experience to me!

Thank you!!

WooHoo! We have a new visitor, hopefully a new Groupie! Visit often, grab a rocking chair on the porch and join us

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Yup, the boats go to FW. And yes, Contemporary. And yes, boat to CR and monorail to MK resorts and TTC.
But you have to get off at TTC to catch one to Epcot, sadly.

Enjoy planning!

bagsmom · 02-28-2013, 08:43 PM

Hello to Stacey! We are going for the first time ever this summer! I am bursting with excitement, too! Also trying to figure out transportation logistics!

DD -- Love the pictures! What a wonderful place!

blossomz · 02-28-2013, 09:34 PM

OK Muush...Treehouse photos! As you can tell, they are reminiscent of our lodge...

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blossomz · 02-28-2013, 09:36 PM

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staceyeid · 02-28-2013, 10:27 PM

Thank you all for the warm welcome!!!

I'm getting so excited!

Thank you for all of the info on the boat and monorail lines. Getting to MK and the MK resorts will be pretty straightforward, but sounds like Epcot will be more of a trek (we'll call it an adventure!).

Need to start deciding on our dining reservations, think we can start booking on March 8th, yeah!!

sleepydog25 · 02-28-2013, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by staceyeid

Thank you all for the warm welcome!!!

I'm getting so excited!

Thank you for all of the info on the boat and monorail lines. Getting to MK and the MK resorts will be pretty straightforward, but sounds like Epcot will be more of a trek (we'll call it an adventure!).

Need to start deciding on our dining reservations, think we can start booking on March 8th, yeah!!

Welcome, and as Muushka says, pull up a rocking chair, set a spell, come back often. . .and, oh, don't forget to actually make it into the spittoon.

One of our favorite things about VWL is the boat ride to MK. We use the boats to CR and FW less often, but they are nice bennies to have. As for the dining reservations, I'd suggest Artist Point since you're staying right there. One of the best restaurants on WDW property. Enjoy!

Kathymford · 02-28-2013, 11:03 PM

Hi groupies!! Reporting in from our first "value" Atari. I'm glad we did it once, but it was the first and last time. Lmao. Spoiled much? Next time we "need" to do a cash trip it will be POR or bust!! But most likely, all DVC from here on out!

staceyeid · 02-28-2013, 11:13 PM

Thank you for the tip on Artist Point, I will add that to the list.

Does anyone know if Captain Cook's at the Poly has Tonga Toast for breakfast? They did when we were there last year, but pulled up a few recent user submitted menus and don't see it listed.

Realize this isn't a Poly thread, but since the resorts are close...

Thanks!!

sleepydog25 · 02-28-2013, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by staceyeid

Thank you for the tip on Artist Point, I will add that to the list.

Does anyone know if Captain Cook's at the Poly has Tonga Toast for breakfast? They did when we were there last year, but pulled up a few recent user submitted menus and don't see it listed.

Realize this isn't a Poly thread, but since the resorts are close...

Thanks!!

Not sure of the Tonga Toast at Capt Cook's, but Roaring Forks at WL has Mickey waffles will several toppings. lol Oh, and the smoky portobello soup at Artist Point is a must.

blossomz · 02-28-2013, 11:24 PM

Welcome Staceyeid!

Sleepy dog you are making me hungry for those amazing waffles!!

twokats · 02-28-2013, 11:42 PM

Happy Birthday to our dear Muushka.
March will be starting out very good with our dear friends anniversary of birth!!! Hope your day is the best!

As usual, lunch is your choice!

blossomz · 02-28-2013, 11:45 PM

happy birthday Muush! Wishing you a most magical day!!

staceyeid · 02-28-2013, 11:46 PM

Happy birthday Muushka!!

Clearly I need to start a restaurant and food recommendation list with all of your suggestions!! Tomorrows project...

Kathymford · 03-01-2013, 12:15 AM

Happiest of Birthdays!!

02-28-2013, 09:34 PM	#3574
blossomz Proud DVC owner since 2002! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: York, PA Posts: 1,798	OK Muush...Treehouse photos! As you can tell, they are reminiscent of our lodge... [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] __________________ 12/1971, 6/95, 2/05, 12/05 & 06 CR, 6/00, 8/02 WL, 07/03, 2/11 BCV 7/04, 2/11 VB, 7/04, 7/05, 6/06, 7/07, 2/11 VWL, 7/07, 04/08, 2/11 AKV, 06/08 VWL and AKV, 12/08, 6/11, 6/12 Poly, 6/09 Kidani Wonder 6/09, 6/10, BLT 6/10, 3/13, Dream 2/11,9/12, 1/13,3/13 SSR 8/11, OKW 4/12 THV 2/13, 9/13.

02-28-2013, 09:36 PM	#3575
blossomz Proud DVC owner since 2002! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: York, PA Posts: 1,798	total of 3 BR and 2 Bath. Very comfortable [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] __________________ 12/1971, 6/95, 2/05, 12/05 & 06 CR, 6/00, 8/02 WL, 07/03, 2/11 BCV 7/04, 2/11 VB, 7/04, 7/05, 6/06, 7/07, 2/11 VWL, 7/07, 04/08, 2/11 AKV, 06/08 VWL and AKV, 12/08, 6/11, 6/12 Poly, 6/09 Kidani Wonder 6/09, 6/10, BLT 6/10, 3/13, Dream 2/11,9/12, 1/13,3/13 SSR 8/11, OKW 4/12 THV 2/13, 9/13.

02-28-2013, 10:27 PM	#3576
staceyeid Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 77	Thank you all for the warm welcome!!! I'm getting so excited! Thank you for all of the info on the boat and monorail lines. Getting to MK and the MK resorts will be pretty straightforward, but sounds like Epcot will be more of a trek (we'll call it an adventure!). Need to start deciding on our dining reservations, think we can start booking on March 8th, yeah!! __________________

02-28-2013, 11:03 PM	#3578
Kathymford A little obsessed is ok....right? Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: 25 miles from DLR Posts: 1,428	Hi groupies!! Reporting in from our first "value" Atari. I'm glad we did it once, but it was the first and last time. Lmao. Spoiled much? Next time we "need" to do a cash trip it will be POR or bust!! But most likely, all DVC from here on out! __________________

02-28-2013, 11:13 PM	#3579
staceyeid Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 77	Thank you for the tip on Artist Point, I will add that to the list. Does anyone know if Captain Cook's at the Poly has Tonga Toast for breakfast? They did when we were there last year, but pulled up a few recent user submitted menus and don't see it listed. Realize this isn't a Poly thread, but since the resorts are close... Thanks!! __________________

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02-28-2013, 08:43 PM	#3573
bagsmom Mouseketeer Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: North of Florida, south of Tennessee Posts: 373	Hello to Stacey! We are going for the first time ever this summer! I am bursting with excitement, too! Also trying to figure out transportation logistics! DD -- Love the pictures! What a wonderful place!

02-28-2013, 11:24 PM	#3581
blossomz Proud DVC owner since 2002! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: York, PA Posts: 1,798	Welcome Staceyeid! Sleepy dog you are making me hungry for those amazing waffles!! __________________ 12/1971, 6/95, 2/05, 12/05 & 06 CR, 6/00, 8/02 WL, 07/03, 2/11 BCV 7/04, 2/11 VB, 7/04, 7/05, 6/06, 7/07, 2/11 VWL, 7/07, 04/08, 2/11 AKV, 06/08 VWL and AKV, 12/08, 6/11, 6/12 Poly, 6/09 Kidani Wonder 6/09, 6/10, BLT 6/10, 3/13, Dream 2/11,9/12, 1/13,3/13 SSR 8/11, OKW 4/12 THV 2/13, 9/13.

02-28-2013, 11:42 PM	#3582
twokats DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,039	Happy Birthday to our dear Muushka. March will be starting out very good with our dear friends anniversary of birth!!! Hope your day is the best! As usual, lunch is your choice! __________________ Kathy DCL (Fantasy, Eastern Caribbean) - April 2014: VWL - Dec 2013: DL (Grand Californian), DCL (Wonder, LA/Galveston PC Repo) - Sept 2013: DCL (Magic, Cozumel) - Feb 2013: VWL - Sept 2012: VWL, DCL (Fantasy, Western Caribbean) - May 2012: AKV, SSR - Dec 2011: DCL (Wonder, NYE Eastern Caribbean) - Dec 2010/Jan 2011: AKV, SSR - Dec 2009: AKV, DCL (Wonder, Bahama), VWL - May/June 2009: VWL - 2007: WL - 2004: WL - 2001: Dixie Landing - 1998: Offsite - 1987

02-28-2013, 11:45 PM	#3583
blossomz Proud DVC owner since 2002! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: York, PA Posts: 1,798	happy birthday Muush! Wishing you a most magical day!! __________________ 12/1971, 6/95, 2/05, 12/05 & 06 CR, 6/00, 8/02 WL, 07/03, 2/11 BCV 7/04, 2/11 VB, 7/04, 7/05, 6/06, 7/07, 2/11 VWL, 7/07, 04/08, 2/11 AKV, 06/08 VWL and AKV, 12/08, 6/11, 6/12 Poly, 6/09 Kidani Wonder 6/09, 6/10, BLT 6/10, 3/13, Dream 2/11,9/12, 1/13,3/13 SSR 8/11, OKW 4/12 THV 2/13, 9/13.

02-28-2013, 11:46 PM	#3584
staceyeid Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 77	Happy birthday Muushka!! Clearly I need to start a restaurant and food recommendation list with all of your suggestions!! Tomorrows project... __________________

03-01-2013, 12:15 AM	#3585
Kathymford A little obsessed is ok....right? Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: 25 miles from DLR Posts: 1,428	Happiest of Birthdays!! __________________

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