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WL is one of our favorite resorts. The lobby is amazing and we love its size - it is not far from the lobby to any of the rooms. Transportation is easy and even if you rent a car a boat ride to the Magic Kingdom is relaxing and nice. The grounds are beautiful. The pool is not one of our favorites but that doesn't seem to be a factor for you. If the cost is in your budget, it sounds like a good fit. I would recommend it!
"If you can dream it, you can do it."
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Here're my thoughts based on your tidbits:
1. WL would be easy for quick trips back from MK, by boat. Well, maybe not quick, but fun and laid back. If going by car, the other parks would probably be no problem with quick afternoon trips.
2. WL has a counter service venue but not necessarily a food court. We like Roaring Forks which has a sandwich making counter along one wall and a warm burger/pizza area on another, as well as chips, fruit, a cooler for salads, carrots, desserts, etc.
3. WL is not spread out much tho the hallways can seem long. The lobby is perpendicular to the two room wings. Lots of times we go out the end door and down the stairs. Going up, perhaps we'd do the elevator.
4. We tried that split resort thing once. Boy, we can sure acquire the stuff.
5. The WL pool seems quiet. It has a laid back slide which comes from a rock outcropping. There is a geyser that goes off every hour. The Spanish moss lining the raised walkways is nice as is the stream rushing down the rocks to the pool. The arcade isn't large but it is off to one side of the pool. I like the pool bar - wish my WL cup hadn't gotten the paint rubbed off.
6. See #1
7. WL is a hotel, no doubt about it. It's got this open lobby up to what, six or seven floors? Really tall carved totem poles at each corner., with different animals visible on each floor. You find that in most hotels, eh? And the layers of rock surrounding the fireplace are geologically accurate. The rocking chairs by the spring in the lobby are quite comfy.
8. Snooty people . . . I haven't seen/met any at WL yet. The ambiance of WL is a bit further west than where you grew up - it's meant to remind us of the National Park lodges and does a pretty good job. I almost feel as tho I'm in Yellowstone or at Mt Rainier when I'm at WL.
All seriousness aside, I think WL would be a good venture into deluxe land for someone that is comfortable at French Quarter. The resort is compact, except for the dadgum parking lot. That seems to grow exponentially as one's trip progresses, but perhaps that's only an illusion based on the slope. I almost think I'd skip a meal each day to pay for valet parking.
And, if you don't like it, you don't have to go back.
Jan
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I've stayed at WL several times. It's closest to MK either by bus or boat. Otherwise you face a 15-20 minute ride to other parks. It has kind of a "nature" feel to it. I've found it to be a more relaxing resort. It is a hotel environment. I recommend you get a balcony facing the courtyard.
(46) CB -91,95,08,13 (2)
Poly-93, 01 Port Orl FQ - 97,98, 09, 10 Riverside 01,09, 18 Coronado -99,08
BC - 01,03,05,06,07
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SS - 07,10 WL - 06, 07,10 Epcot 08,21
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Dolphin 21
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It think Janmac pretty much covered everything. Not sure how old your kids are (mine are 19 and 23) but Sturdy Branches Health Club is on site if they work out and there's a jogging trail that runs between WL and Ft. Wilderness.
If you want to spend a down day, bike rentals and boat rentals are available at the hotel or you can take the boat over to the Contemporary for tubing, parasailing, jet skis, etc.
There's also Territory Lounge if you're interested in a nightcap or a place to sit back and unwind with some snacks. They usually have sports on the TV.
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INTERCOT Staff: Theme Parks, DVC
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I also stay at POFQ/POR each year and this November I am booked at WL for the first time. This is my 1st deluxe stay. I am going solo so I am splurging and staying at a resort that I always dreamed of staying in. I look forward to the spending time on the grounds, pool and lobby. It is just breaktakingly beautiful there and I cannot wait to actually stay for 10 days!
Been there, Haven't done it all...GOING BACK!!!
Next trip "Home" - September 3-10th 2016 at the Beach Club Resort! Giannas 1st trip to WDW!!!
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Chiming in on this a little late. Wilderness Lodge is one of my favorite deluxes and I think a nice change from a moderate. The atmosphere is worth trying it out once.
If you do, make sure you check out some of the special activities listed on the daily schedule. Also explore the lobby areas on several floors. There are many cool nooks and crannies to check out.
Cindy aka AgentC
INTERCOT Staff: Accommodations, Dining, Movies, TV, Music & Musicals
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3. I was a catcher for 17 years, so me knees aren't what they used to be, so after a long day at the parks I'm sore and don't look forward to a long walk back to our room.
Just wondering what team you played for?
First trip 1986 ...
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