VWL Groupies & Lovers Thread (Special Collectors Edition 2.0) updated 21 June 2023

[DiznyDi]

Hi Groupies!
RE: WCC. DDad and I ate there Saturday for a late lunch before departing for MCO. As soon as we were seated, our server informed us they were now being 'polite' or words to that effect. They were still doing ketchup - sort of. If you needed ketchup you may get 4-6 btls instead of the usual 12-15. All was reasonably quiet. No stick horses. Someone did have a birthday and the available staff sang Happy Birthday - but it was not loud or overbearing. And the very worse - the milkshake machine was broken! No milkshakes. Really a bummer.

Artists Point - we have not eaten there in 4 years. Our last 2 meals were lackluster at best and we have not been back.

The mushroom soup is still available at Territory Lounge. Unfortunately the menu there has changed yet again. We did try the charcuterie appetizer and unfortunately threw much of it away. The bread was good. No nachos. No burger.

Maybe its just our age... we tire of the sauces and things we can't pronounce. Whatever happened to good, wholesome well-prepared food? Why does quinoa and edamame have to be in nearly everything?

OK. Rant over. Sorry

The refillable popcorn bucket is still a good value - but the price has increased since our Feb trip.

Really sorry about the fire on Maleficent's dragon! While renewing our Annual passes, we were assured that no one was hurt and that it will be quite awhile before she is ready to participate in the parade again. We were also told that Aurora had graced the parade with her presence. Apparently she doesn't do that?

Enjoy your trip Julie! Sorry we missed you!

 

[DiznyDi]

Wishing Jimmy and Tammy a very Happy Belated Anniversary!

 

[twinklebug]

The Maleficent Dragon float must make its return if that parade is to retain any cool factor at all. Breathing fire again would be best, but I understand if they go for just steam similar to what Pete's Dragon used to do.

Bet she'll be laid up in the parade float hospital for some time. Should we send roses? I hear she likes the ones with thorns.

 

[sleepydog25]

As most on here may recall, Luv, my daughter, and I are headed to DL in mid-June. As poor luck would have it, naturally, Pixar Pier won't be open until the day AFTER we leave. Then, I read the news that there will be a special Pixar Pier Premiere Event the day we fly out. So, we think, "perhaps we could extend a day, buy the hard tickets for the event, and treat ourselves." The extra cost would be the hotel mainly, right? We're flying SWA so that would be doable to change flights. And then, the ticket costs. Okay, we're up to it. . .until I finally find the price of the tickets. . .$299. . .per. . .person. So, we're not staying after all.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

The Maleficent as the dragon float must make its return if that parade is to retain any cool factor at all. Breathing fire again would be best, but I understand if they go for just steam similar to what Pete's dragon used to do.

Bet she'll be laid up in the parade float hospital for some time - should we send roses? I hear she likes the ones with thorns.

Back when they added Murphy to the DL Fantasmic - well, his head fell off. They eventually reattached it and he still breathes fire. I'd think they'd fix this float too but will now know they need to do better checking for gas leaks. It really is the coolest part about that parade.

It took awhile for Aladdin to fly again at the DL show after that mishap but eventually it returned in a fashion.

 

[jimmytammy]

Wishing Jimmy and Tammy a very Happy Belated Anniversary!

Thanks a bunch Diane!!

 

[Dizny Dad]

As always, behind behind I am. I, too, want to wish Jimmy & Tammy a very . . .
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

 

[Dizny Dad]

. . . . . . . . Just like in anything, there are tolerable/acceptable levels of toxins released and that is what the recommendations come out of. . . . . . .

Our Government will always recommend levels of acceptability, whether we are talking about food, health, highway speeds, or income. My concern is that they have an allowable level of Rat Feces that can be found in Hot Dogs.

 

[DenLo]

The Maleficent Dragon float must make its return if that parade is to retain any cool factor at all. Breathing fire again would be best, but I understand if they go for just steam similar to what Pete's Dragon used to do.

Bet she'll be laid up in the parade float hospital for some time. Should we send roses? I hear she likes the ones with thorns.

Back when they added Murphy to the DL Fantasmic - well, his head fell off. They eventually reattached it and he still breathes fire. I'd think they'd fix this float too but will now know they need to do better checking for gas leaks. It really is the coolest part about that parade.

It took awhile for Aladdin to fly again at the DL show after that mishap but eventually it returned in a fashion.

I think I missed something while I was in Hawaii. What happened to the dragon? She sure looks good breathing fire.

 

[rkstocke5609]

I think I missed something while I was in Hawaii. What happened to the dragon? She sure looks good breathing fire.

View attachment 322749

She did the Cheech & Chong thing...

https://www.google.com/amp/s/sputni...05151064447992-us-florida-disney-dragon-fire/

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

As most on here may recall, Luv, my daughter, and I are headed to DL in mid-June. As poor luck would have it, naturally, Pixar Pier won't be open until the day AFTER we leave. Then, I read the news that there will be a special Pixar Pier Premiere Event the day we fly out. So, we think, "perhaps we could extend a day, buy the hard tickets for the event, and treat ourselves." The extra cost would be the hotel mainly, right? We're flying SWA so that would be doable to change flights. And then, the ticket costs. Okay, we're up to it. . .until I finally find the price of the tickets. . .$299. . .per. . .person. So, we're not staying after all.

Wow - $299/person?! We did the Carsland preview.....for FREE! Now, it was AP holders but still. And there isn't a single new ride even. I'd be disappointed about not riding CA Screamin' but not $299/person disappointed on top of an entry ticket. That ride may become much like VWL in that I'll always refer to it as Screamin'.

 

[rkstocke5609]

Wow - $299/person?! We did the Carsland preview.....for FREE! Now, it was AP holders but still. And there isn't a single new ride even. I'd be disappointed about not riding CA Screamin' but not $299/person disappointed on top of an entry ticket. That ride may become much live VWL in that I'll always refer to it as Screamin'.

Totally agree! Screamin’ all the way!

 

[sleepydog25]

Yep, Screamin'. Too bad, because I like it almost as much as RnR; Luv likes it a shade better, in fact. DD hasn't ever been, so it's a real loss for her. Then again, she's heading to China a couple of weeks after we return, and she's going to Shanghai Disney. . .guess that'll ease her disappointment.

 

[Dizny Dad]

DenLo - What happened to Maleficent? Cheap hose fittings will let you down every time! Dang . . .

 

[DenLo]

Wow, even the pavement had flames on it. I do hope she comes back with flames in the mouth only. It was very impressive.

 

[jimmytammy]

As always, behind behind I am. I, too, want to wish Jimmy & Tammy a very . . .
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

Thanks Rich!! Its been a blessed 28 yrs for sure

 

[jimmytammy]

Wow, even the pavement had flames on it. I do hope she comes back with flames in the mouth only. It was very impressive.

I hope so too. It was the only reason I stopped long enough to watch the parade anymore

 

[jimmytammy]

DenLo - What happened to Maleficent? Cheap hose fittings will let you down every time! Dang . . .

I agree, cheap hose fittings
I am surprised the driver didn't bail out like they do when a race car catches fire. I would have been out of that baby in a NY minute

 

[sleepydog25]

Third, and I've been watching this closely, something's up with Artist Point. Still no availability there starting on 22 Oct and extending as far as the 180-day window goes which is currently 10 Nov. Refurbishment? Perhaps. Computer glitch? Doubtful as I've been trying nearly two weeks to find an opening on any of those dates.

I've now received word--very reliable--that something is going on there during that time frame. What "it" is apparently can't be released at this time. Stay tuned, I guess.

 

[ErinC]

Forgive me for popping in rudely and not reading to get caught up. I'm approaching the 7 month mark for Aulani Christmas reservations. I really would like to have Dec. 20-28th (which is stilling showing available as of right now on the RAT), at least ocean view is anyway. I really feel like I need to walk this reservation to secure it. I know people have mixed feelings about walking. I have actually never done it before, so I'm not really sure what I need to do. Should I start making the reservation on the 18th (which would cover Christmas Day)? and then walk it until I can get to the 28th? Is there a dummies guide to walking somewhere? Can I do this online, or do I have to call them everyday? I will have to borrow points from 2019 to secure this reservation too if that matters. Please help me. I'm knee deep in the end of school, exams, and Senior daughter graduating on Saturday. I probably need some Xanax...