Not Guilty...A Pre-Trip Report for November 2007

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Hello!
I've been mentally writing this pre-trip report now for about a month.
This is me - well, me back in April pre-Disney trip planning!!!! I look much happier now!!!!!

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I guess I should start at the beginning:
1976 was my one and only trip to WDW. A few months ago I asked my mom why we never went back. She informed me that it should have been her first clue that her marriage wasn't going to work (more on that later) when they took my sister and me on our first Disney trip and he stayed in the room the ENTIRE time! Apparently he got into a spat with mom and would not get over it.
Ha! I mean - who does that? My poor mom is finally free - she was divorced earlier this year and is having a ball being single!!!!:banana:

Anyway - zoom to the future - more like September 2006....
I moved to Northwest Arkansas from Arizona 2 years ago and became fast friends with a neighbor whose darling DD became good friends with my DD.
They are close in age and both are only children - so they have a lot in common.

So my friend (I'll call her L) took her dd and dh to WDW last September for the free dining. After coming back she was talking to me about their trip and how much fun it was and I remember saying that we (my dh and I) were not big into Disney and would probably let my sister and her hubby take my daughter since they are her godparents and all.

OK - that started a guilt trip :eek: that lasted until this past May when I broke down and booked a trip for my DD's 5th Birthday.

About a week later (we're still in May '07 - sorry but I tend to jump around and write like I talk) L told me about the DIS.:cheer2:

That was it - I am now hooked and feel like I've been under a rock - I mean - what was I thinking? I'm almost 37 and for all intents and purposes have really NEVER been to Disney World????
Not to mention the fact that this trip would have never happened if it weren't for the constant nagging of good friend L?

Unbelieveable! :confused3

But alas - we're booked, paid for and now the planning is in high gear!
We've got ADR's and shopping for all the right "stuff" has begun!

So here is the plan:

Newly single mom (that's my mom - grandma to my DD) will join us from Arizona and we'll spend 5 blissful days in Orlando to celebrate my princess's 5th birthday!

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Get it - 5 days - one for each of her years!
I thought of it - now I'm kind of regretting not just doing a whole week - but flights are booked so we'll do that next time (yes, there will most definitely be a next time :yay:

The first hurdle was - where do we stay?:confused3

We thought about a suite room so that mom could be in the living room with DD and me and DH could share the bedroom.
Well, mom wasn't so hot on that idea.
So after much deliberation we're going to FQPO and getting 2 rooms -

Then we had to decide what to do and when -
We are coming in on an early flight so we decided to get passes for the first day there.

So here is the plan:

Nov. 10
Arrive at noon
Check-in and go straight to Epcot. Rides TBD
ADR for dinner at Arkershus - this will be the first of many many princess meals - but remember - the trip is really for my DD so we're overloading on the princess/character meals!!!!!:cutie:

Nov. 11
MK - EMH yeah!!!!!:cheer2:
We have ADRs for lunch at CP -
I'm also thinking (thanks to Lesley from Lesley and Tim!!!!) that we'll be going to dinner at Ohana - just a short monorail stop away!

Nov. 12
MK again

WHOO - HOOO!!!!

Just got resies BBB before our lunch at ADR! Now all I need is a dress for DD - I couldn't bring myself to do the big package so we're just doing the hair and makeup.
I did end up going to Target and getting the "glass slippers" - they're really the cute silver sparkle shoes!!!!

We have ADRs for lunch at CRT -

Dinner is TBD - ideas and/or suggestions are welcome. I am thinking maybe DTD or the BBQ place at WL :confused3

Nov. 13
We have ADRs for Breakfast at 1900 Park -
We'll be doing MGM that day so I need ideas for lunch and dinner -

Nov. 14
The idea here is to do a park we want to go back to - more than likely we'll do Epcot.

This is our last day - the plane leaves at 5:45 pm so we'll have to be done by about 2-3pm I guess:eek:

MORE DETAILS:
We decided on the dining plan - and since our plane reservations are pretty good we also decided to do the 5 day pass and 5 day dining.
OK - what do I mean by "we"????
This whole plan is really me - I'm planning the whole thing.
DH is excited - he has been to WDW many many times but only for work - he is a bodyguard and used to go with families who hired him to take their kids.
He is a great dad and an awesome hubby - the only tough thing in our entire marriage is his work schedule which can sometimes be AWEFUL :mad:

But he requested the time off so we should be good to go!

Anyway - I'm going to try and post some pictures - I'm not very good at the whole posting thing but I'll learn!
Hope you enjoy reading - and I'll update more as I go along!

I really do welcome any tips for our trip - thanks so much for reading!!!!!

[KathyRN137]

Hello! :wave2:

Our family is going to WDW in November '07 too!
You picked a good week to go.... the week after all us Jersey families go home!:rotfl:

You will love POFQ; we've stayed there twice and the kids were thrilled with the fabulous pool/sea serpent slide. The resort is so small and compact that, no matter where your room is located, you are never far from the food court, bus stop, or pool.

My DD was 10yrs old when she did the BBB last year and it was one of the highlights of her trip! She cooed over all the "little girls" getting done up like princesses and I so wished that they had thought of this earlier when she was still in that "princess stage". princess: Your DD will love it!

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Hello! :wave2:

Our family is going to WDW in November '07 too!
You picked a good week to go.... the week after all us Jersey families go home!:rotfl:

You will love POFQ; we've stayed there twice and the kids were thrilled with the fabulous pool/sea serpent slide. The resort is so small and compact that, no matter where your room is located, you are never far from the food court, bus stop, or pool.

My DD was 10yrs old when she did the BBB last year and it was one of the highlights of her trip! She cooed over all the "little girls" getting done up like princesses and I so wished that they had thought of this earlier when she was still in that "princess stage". princess: Your DD will love it!

I need to call and get the BBB booked - I really can't wait! The more I look into the TRs I see what a cute job they do!
Went to Target today and got DD some cinderella slippers - photos to come!
Thanks for checking my pre-trippie!

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Hey everyone!
So....I went to Disney store and bought the cutest swim suit for DD:
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Ok - if you can't see it - it's a little 2 piece with the bottom that has a little skirt attached. The top is Minnie Mouse (so cute) surfing :)

Can anyone tell me if it'll be warm enough to go swimming during our November trip???

I also got some other things I'll take photos of in a bit and post!

[GoingtoWDW2007]

OK - here are some more photos:

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Here is my thought - If I can get some things on sale for her NOW, then I won't have to pay retail for them at the parks right???

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[GoingtoWDW2007]

UPDATE!

My mom is coming with us!!!!!!!
Yeah!
I'm so excited - my mom is the best mom ever.
She pretty much single-handedly raised both my sister and me....she is awesome!

I just wanted to share with everyone - I'm so psyched!:yay: :yay:

We're going to have such a great time I wanted to share with everyone.

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

[KathyRN137]

Dear Going,

(BTW, what should we call you?? Think up a funny pseudo-name for yourself if you don't want to use your real one!!)

That's so great about your Mom joining you! :woohoo:

We had some really nice, sunny days last November. You can definitely swim; all the resort pools are heated! Pack that suit!

Kathy

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Dear Going,

(BTW, what should we call you?? Think up a funny pseudo-name for yourself if you don't want to use your real one!!)

That's so great about your Mom joining you! :woohoo:


Kathy

Hi Kathy!
My name is Eleonora - everyone calls me El though!
Thank you for the info. I'm excited to go swimming - the pool looks like it's so much fun with the slide :)

Yes, I'm sooooo psyched that my mom is coming!!!! :yay: :yay: :yay:
She really needs this vacation - it's going to be very fun and it'll be great for her in so many ways!

Thanks for reading my pre-trippie!
El

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Dear Going,

(BTW, what should we call you?? Think up a funny pseudo-name for yourself if you don't want to use your real one!!)

That's so great about your Mom joining you! :woohoo:


Kathy

Hi Kathy!
My name is Eleonora - everyone calls me El though!
Thank you for the info. I'm excited to go swimming - the pool looks like it's so much fun with the slide :)

Yes, I'm sooooo psyched that my mom is coming!!!! :yay: :yay: :yay:
She really needs this vacation - it's going to be very fun and it'll be great for her in so many ways!

Thanks for reading my pre-trippie!
El

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Hi everyone!
Hope all my fellow DISers had a great 4th and good weekend.
I've been fevereshly looking through TGM recos for our trip and have come up with the itinerary posted below.

Note - I need lots of help with rides - this trip is kid-focused so I'm not looking for anything scary or rides she won't be able to ride in (she'll be 5 and will definitely be 42" by Nov.)

Any input will be soooo helpful - thanks in advance!

Big PS - We decided NOT to do Hoppers - that's why you'll see we go back to the same park of the day!!!!

Saturday, November 10
US Air Flight 2498 XNA - Charlotte
7:20am - 10:29am
US Air Flight 1729 Charlotte - Orlando
11:25am - 12:55pm

Magical Express to POFQ

EPCOT – Future World open till 9pm
World Showcase open till 7pm
Rides:

Soarin’
Test Track
Maelstrom
Turtle Talk with Crush
Nemo
Boat Ride in Mexico

Dinner - 6:40 ADR at Akershus


Sunday, November 11
MAGIC KINGDOM – EMH 8am

Breakfast - TBD
Planning on being there at rope drop!!!!!

Rides:
TBD (help)

Lunch - 12:50 ADR at Crystal Palace

3:00pm Share a Dream Come True Parade (find spot by Hall of Presidents)

Rides:
TBD (help)

Back to hotel for rest and get ready for dinner

Dinner - 6:45pm ADR at OHANA
inside Polynesian (take Monorail)

Back to MK for Parade
8:00pm Disney Wishes

Monday, November 12
MAGIC KINGDOM – 9am – 7pm

Breakfast at hotel or MK - TBD

Rides:
TBD (help)

11:10am BBB Reservations
Lunch - 12:25pm ADR at Cinderella’s Royal Table
Rides:
TBD (help)

Head back to hotel for rest and change for dinner and Christmas party

Dinner TBD CS place inside MK Cosmic Ray’s/Peco’s Bill/Pinnochio’s

7:00pm MVMCP - yeah!


Tuesday, November 13
MGM – 9am – 7pm

Breakfast - 8:30am ADR at 1900 Park (Grand Floridian)
Rides:
TBD (help)

Lunch – ABC Commissary?

3pm Stars Parade
Head back to hotel for rest and change for dinner and Fantasmic

Dinner – Toy Story Pizza??
7pm Fantasmic

Wednesday, November 14
Park TBD – TGM recommends either MGM or EPCOT
I’m thinking EPCOT opening 9am since we only had ½ day there – but TBD
Meals are also TBD
CS Breakfast and Lunch


Depart Orlando at 5:27pm
US Airways Flight 1946 Orlando - Charlotte
5:27pm - 7:04pm
US Airways Flight 2405 Charlotte - XNA
7:45pm - 8:57pm

[mvazul]

Hi!! :wave2:

I have never been in November, but we were there this past January - DD turned 5 on 1/9 and we went to the MK on 1/31. It got chilly, but we had a few good days for swimming. We ended up only swimming one day, because DD got an ear infection while we were down there.

As far as rides go, it depends on how adventurous your little princess: is. We started Grace out on Goofy's Barnstormer. We told her if she felt she needed to, she was allowed to scream on the ride. She is normally not allowed to scream, so she really liked this idea. She loved the Barnstormer. Next, we headed to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. She loved that one, too!! She still says that was her favorite in MK. Our third and last coaster was Space Mountain. She liked that one, too, but when asked if she wants to ride it, again, she says no. Grace's favorite ride overall was Soarin'. She LOVED it!!

I would recommend you don't take your daughter on Stitch's Great Escape - at least not before an adult in your party checks it out first. Grace HATED this attraction. Our whole family did. It has a harness that comes down over your shoulders and locks you in. Grace freaked out during the show and I couldn't get to her because of the harness. I almost had a panic attack. It was horrible!! My 12 year old son was even crying by the end of it. I have no idea what Disney was thinking with that attraction. :sad2:

I have never been to MGM or AK, so I can't help you with anything there. I'm sure you will have a fantastic time. Very cool your mother is able to join you! I am going with my mother and sister (their first time) in August. I can't wait!!

Thanks for sharing your pre-trip!! :flower3:

[MomofaRzrbkPrincess]

Great trippie El! I'm so impressed you're writing one--can't wait to follow along.

I say "bring on the outfits"! You are going to dress princess L in some cute Disney clothes, aren't you?:rolleyes1

Hey, the "glass slipper" shoes look pink in the picture because of the glitter, but just wanted to note that they're not!

At least we can see how L does on the rides this weekend--that will give you some indication as to what she likes for Disney.

Have a great day!:hippie:

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Hi!! :wave2:

I have never been in November, but we were there this past January - DD turned 5 on 1/9 and we went to the MK on 1/31. It got chilly, but we had a few good days for swimming. We ended up only swimming one day, because DD got an ear infection while we were down there.

As far as rides go, it depends on how adventurous your little princess: is. We started Grace out on Goofy's Barnstormer. We told her if she felt she needed to, she was allowed to scream on the ride. She is normally not allowed to scream, so she really liked this idea. She loved the Barnstormer. Next, we headed to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. She loved that one, too!! She still says that was her favorite in MK. Our third and last coaster was Space Mountain. She liked that one, too, but when asked if she wants to ride it, again, she says no. Grace's favorite ride overall was Soarin'. She LOVED it!!

I would recommend you don't take your daughter on Stitch's Great Escape - at least not before an adult in your party checks it out first. Grace HATED this attraction. Our whole family did. It has a harness that comes down over your shoulders and locks you in. Grace freaked out during the show and I couldn't get to her because of the harness. I almost had a panic attack. It was horrible!! My 12 year old son was even crying by the end of it. I have no idea what Disney was thinking with that attraction. :sad2:

I have never been to MGM or AK, so I can't help you with anything there. I'm sure you will have a fantastic time. Very cool your mother is able to join you! I am going with my mother and sister (their first time) in August. I can't wait!!

Thanks for sharing your pre-trip!! :flower3:

Thank you so much for the input - so I'm pretty sure we'll get to swim - that will be a blast! The slide at POFQ looks like fun for all of us!!!!:yay:

We're going to Celebration City and Silver Dollar City in Branson this weekend and it'll be Lu's first theme park outing - we'll see how she does on the rides - but thanks for the input on your DD's favorites-
I was thinking NO on Stich and YES on the Big Thunder and Soarin - but no on Space Mountain - but maybe we'll try it once and see if she likes it...:confused3
Thanks for visiting and check back when you can!:)

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Great trippie El! I'm so impressed you're writing one--can't wait to follow along.

I say "bring on the outfits"! You are going to dress princess L in some cute Disney clothes, aren't you?:rolleyes1

Hey, the "glass slipper" shoes look pink in the picture because of the glitter, but just wanted to note that they're not!

At least we can see how L does on the rides this weekend--that will give you some indication as to what she likes for Disney.

Have a great day!:hippie:

Hey there girlfriend!:)

So for everyone who may be lurking and reading - this is my friend L who "convinced" me to take my DD to Disney and gave me the guilt trip!:laughing: :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:

Needless to say - we're good friends - this weekend we're going to Branson for Silver Dollar and Celebration City - should be fun!

The girls will have a blast!:yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay: :yay:

Thanks for reading Lez, and thanks for being such a good friend :cutie:

El!

[KathyRN137]

Needless to say - we're good friends - this weekend we're going to Branson for Silver Dollar and Celebration City - should be fun!

The girls will have a blast!



That's great! :goodvibes Always a good idea to do some "rehersals" at other places...gets you more familiar with how your kids do with lines, crowds, attractions, fireworks, etc.

And it gives you a chance to try out your Crocs!! ;)

Kathy

[GoingtoWDW2007]

That's great! :goodvibes Always a good idea to do some "rehersals" at other places...gets you more familiar with how your kids do with lines, crowds, attractions, fireworks, etc.

And it gives you a chance to try out your Crocs!! ;)

Kathy

good point - but I don't have Crocs yet....I just haven't had the guts to spend $35 on rubber shoes.
I went to good 'ol WM this past week and bought fake ones - but I'm thinking they're definitely NOT the same.
I need to go scout out the shoes recommended here on the DIS - there have been a few posts I'm thinkig I saw a few weeks back :)

Thanks so much for keeping up with me :)

[KathyRN137]

LOL. Actually, DH was going to get me a pair of lime green Crocs for Mother's Day, but I tried on a pair and they were so w-i-d-e for my foot!
I don't have Croc-feet, I guess. :confused3 I'm disappointed!

Kathy

[hjd0411]

Hi El - great pre-trip report so far! I'll be with you at MVMCP on Nov 12 - and I can't wait!!
Looking forward to reading more!

Heather :upsidedow

[GoingtoWDW2007]

LOL. Actually, DH was going to get me a pair of lime green Crocs for Mother's Day, but I tried on a pair and they were so w-i-d-e for my foot!
I don't have Croc-feet, I guess. :confused3 I'm disappointed!

Kathy

I know what you mean...they are very very wide...but now there are these cute little "mary Jane" style Crocs I'd like to try on...they are much narrower (is that a word :) ) than the regular ones.
You should try those on - I would like some - but I still have trouble dropping that kind of $$$ on rubber shoes :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Hi El - great pre-trip report so far! I'll be with you at MVMCP on Nov 12 - and I can't wait!!
Looking forward to reading more!

Heather :upsidedow

Cool - I have no idea how many ppl will be there - I imagine tons - but we should look for each other.
Stay in touch and we'll have to figure out what we'll wear that day so we can meet up!!!!:hippie: It'll be sooo much fun!!!! :woohoo:

I do have a new itinerary coming - Lesley is helping me so hopefully I'll be able to post it soon - keep checking back ;)

[KathyRN137]

I would like some - but I still have trouble dropping that kind of $$$ on rubber shoes :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

I know what you mean! And I can't imagine wearing lime green anything anywhere else but at Disney!

(Although I admit I'm having second thoughts about a lime green baggallini...:scratchin )

Kathy

[GoingtoWDW2007]

I know what you mean! And I can't imagine wearing lime green anything anywhere else but at Disney!

(Although I admit I'm having second thoughts about a lime green baggallini...:scratchin )

Kathy

What's a baggallini????:confused3

[mrsksomeday]

Hi E!, great pre trippie. B/f and I will be at POFQ Nov. 5-14th. It is a great resort we loved it last time. We are also going to be at MVMCP on the Nov. 12, what a small world. Hope you have fun in Branson, my grandparents used to live there. I went there every summer 12 years of my childhood.

[KathyRN137]

On the DIS-boards the baggallini is to bags what Crocs are to footwear!!
Click on the link to get a pic!!


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Kathy

[roxannensteve]

Just found you report -joining in.

Got to mention about the crocs. I have said in the past that I'd never own a pair - I thought they were ugly & way too big for my feet but I did just purchase a pair of brown maryjanes & OMG, they fit just right & aren't so hideous looking. You chould check them out.

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Just found you report -joining in.

Got to mention about the crocs. I have said in the past that I'd never own a pair - I thought they were ugly & way too big for my feet but I did just purchase a pair of brown maryjanes & OMG, they fit just right & aren't so hideous looking. You chould check them out.

Hi Roxanne!
Sorry for the LOOOOONG delay - I went to visit my sister who just had her first baby and life was nutty before and after my trip so I'm just now getting back into the swing of the Dis-Boards!!!!!
I ended up buying some Merrels - LOVE them! ;)

Just caught up with Jen's TR - love her style - have you read it?

All is well here otherwise - getting SUPER excited to go in about 1 month and 1 week - I can't believe how quickly time has gone by!!!!

[jenna]

Have a fabulous trip!!! Your DD will LOVE it!!! She is just adorable, btw!!!

My DD has the same shoes that she wore with her Cinderella dress to Aksherus. We haven't done BBB yet, but most likely will on our next trip. Can't wait to live vicariously through your trip!!:rotfl:

[TinkerbellLuvr7]

Hi!! I just found ur trip report from reading others, I love it so far!! I'm going to be working at BBB this spring so I'm so excited and can't wait to see your DD's pictures from it.

I read that you wanted eating suggestions from MGM. Did you mean table service or counter service? WONDERFUL table service is Sci Fi..its the one where you sit in the cars in a huge drive-in theatre (best milk shakes ever!). Prime time is also very good..its 50s theme w/home style cooking and "moms" that make you eat your food..its cute for young kids but my brother and I are older now and prefer Sci Fi much better. If you meant CS...PIZZA PLANET is wonderful!!!! the pizza is amazing and if you go at an off time you will find seating very easily..most ppl forget about it cuz its kind of hidden but the pizza is amazing so is the salad and dessert.

great pre-tr tho!!!

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Hi El - great pre-trip report so far! I'll be with you at MVMCP on Nov 12 - and I can't wait!!
Looking forward to reading more!

Heather :upsidedow

Hey Heather - it's getting close :)
Let's plan on meeting at MVMCP!!!!!!!
PM me if you're game OK!

[mom2mek]

Hi El! Just found your report and am enjoying it very much. I'm also headed down in November, but later than you - over Thanksgiving.

I, too am debating the whole Crocs thing. Never have been a fan, but I have troublesome feet that tire quickly and blister easy. The Mary Janes style is much cuter than the regular style, but like you said it's a lot of $ to drop on rubber shoes that I'm not sure I will wear beyond the week at WDW. I better decide quick though so I have a chance to "break them in" around the house! Decisions, Decisions! :confused3

Good luck with the planning! I will be checking in!

Sara

[GoingtoWDW2007]

Hi El! Just found your report and am enjoying it very much. I'm also headed down in November, but later than you - over Thanksgiving.

I, too am debating the whole Crocs thing. Never have been a fan, but I have troublesome feet that tire quickly and blister easy. The Mary Janes style is much cuter than the regular style, but like you said it's a lot of $ to drop on rubber shoes that I'm not sure I will wear beyond the week at WDW. I better decide quick though so I have a chance to "break them in" around the house! Decisions, Decisions! :confused3

Good luck with the planning! I will be checking in!

Sara

Have fun!
I think i'm over the crocs - I got some merrels and they're sooooo comfy I may just wear them every day :)
I'm getting excited - only 28 more days - that's 4 weeks exactly and we'll be in the World!!!!!

Hi!! I just found ur trip report from reading others, I love it so far!! I'm going to be working at BBB this spring so I'm so excited and can't wait to see your DD's pictures from it.

I read that you wanted eating suggestions from MGM. Did you mean table service or counter service? WONDERFUL table service is Sci Fi..its the one where you sit in the cars in a huge drive-in theatre (best milk shakes ever!). Prime time is also very good..its 50s theme w/home style cooking and "moms" that make you eat your food..its cute for young kids but my brother and I are older now and prefer Sci Fi much better. If you meant CS...PIZZA PLANET is wonderful!!!! the pizza is amazing and if you go at an off time you will find seating very easily..most ppl forget about it cuz its kind of hidden but the pizza is amazing so is the salad and dessert.

great pre-tr tho!!!

Very fun!
Make sure you come by and say hello - I'd love to meet fellow disers!

And thank you so much for the input on Pizza Planet - Lesley also recommended it and I think that's what we'll end up doing!
:cutie:

I'm almost done with my once again revised itin and will post as soon as I finish!

[GoingtoWDW2007]

28 days!!!!!!
Whoo....Hooooo

[jwwi]

El,
We will be there Nov 9-14th. Staying at POR, all girls trip. We also plan on going to MVMCP on the 12th, can't wait. We have been to MNSSHP many times, but 1st time to MVMCP:santa: . I am the planner, but need to keep the plans very open, and always open to last minute changes. My ADR's are Primetime, Kona, Coral Reef and Tea at GF. All lunch ADR's, we are not on dining plan. Some of our favorite CS are Pecos Bills, Columbia Harbor House and Pinnochios, we also like Tusker House but that is closed so we will need to find a AK alternate. Not sure what CS we will do, or need to do at Epcot. And we usually go to Backlot at MGM. We love the breakfast at Boatrights at POR, but not sure when we will go?

New rides/shows will be Nemo at AK and Epcot. New comedy show at MK. We go frequently, so not sure what else we haven't seen.

I am hoping for warm sunny weather:cool1: , low crowds, but will just be happy to be back at WDW with family:love:. I did not get TGM, but hopefully the crowds will be manageable...........:confused3 Less than four weeks now.:yay:
Judy

[GoingtoWDW2007]

El,
We will be there Nov 9-14th. Staying at POR, all girls trip. We also plan on going to MVMCP on the 12th, can't wait. We have been to MNSSHP many times, but 1st time to MVMCP:santa: . I am the planner, but need to keep the plans very open, and always open to last minute changes. My ADR's are Primetime, Kona, Coral Reef and Tea at GF. All lunch ADR's, we are not on dining plan. Some of our favorite CS are Pecos Bills, Columbia Harbor House and Pinnochios, we also like Tusker House but that is closed so we will need to find a AK alternate. Not sure what CS we will do, or need to do at Epcot. And we usually go to Backlot at MGM. We love the breakfast at Boatrights at POR, but not sure when we will go?

New rides/shows will be Nemo at AK and Epcot. New comedy show at MK. We go frequently, so not sure what else we haven't seen.

I am hoping for warm sunny weather:cool1: , low crowds, but will just be happy to be back at WDW with family:love:. I did not get TGM, but hopefully the crowds will be manageable...........:confused3 Less than four weeks now.:yay:
Judy

Yay for you!
YOu're going the day before we are - we'll be a little short on time - but for our first trip (for me since i was 7 and for my dd it's the first time) I think it's good...not too overwhelming.
Do you have hoppers?
Or do you know what parks you're going to each day?

that's been the toughest decision for me - trying to match up ADRs and park days bc. we didn't get the hoppers.

We're not doing AK this time - 2 half days at Epcot (first and last days) and then 2 full days at MK and 1 full day at MGM.

I'm finalizing my itin and will post first of the week -
We're also hoping for low crowds - I'm pulling my DD from preschool and she goes to a MOntessori school so they're pretty adamant about us NOT doing that - LOL - but she'll only be 5 once right!?:cheer2:

We should try to meet at MVMCP - I have no idea what to expect - haven't had much time to research - I just thought it would be fun!

Keep in touch OK!
El

[jwwi]

El,
Yes two of us already have PH (left over non expiring tix), the other two will most likely be upgrading their day pass, we had a one day ticket as part of our pkg. Only way to get discount code for room. I now will have two one day tickets, but I can always use them in the future to upgrade.

We arrive in the evening on the 9th, hopefully we will have the energy to go to DTD the first night, we love the boat ride from the resort. Saturday and Sunday we will go to MGM because of Super Soap, not for me lol, but Dsil is huge soap fan. With our PH I hope to also go to another park each of those days, but not sure which parks. Monday we will go to MVMCP:santa: only, I have found in the past that we can get into the park as early as 4pm, and so if we stay till 12am we will have
a full 8 hours. We have been known to do this in the past. With all adults this is easier to do. We relax in the morning at our resort, then PS at Kona for 2pm lunch, relax at Poly prior to going to party. That is the plan so far. Tues will most likely be Epcot, and I can't leave WDW with a last park day visit at MK. I could go to MK everyday:rotfl: .

I think your plans look good, the only suggestion is to try AK instead of 2 half days at Epcot. With the ages of your dd the Lion King show, Nemo (will be new for me) and Safari are really great attractions. It is not just another zoo. AK is really fun, and pretty. The disney theming is excellent at this park. Everest is one of my favorite rides, but with dd, who would probably not ride, it may eat up too much time. Unless you decide to split up to be able to ride.

I know this is your first trip since the 70's, how exciting. I would love to help you with any other questions you may have. I took my kids many times when they were young. Most of my recent trips have been with adults/teens. Everyone is free to do what they want, so we have really been able to experience many things. I average a trip about every 9 months or so, and would like to go more often but vacation hours and desire to travel to other destinations prohibit more frequent trips.

I think that having your Mom along will help with touring, make sure you take the time to relax during each day. POFQ is a really nice resort. Your dd will love the pool and slide. Take an upgrade to a waterview room if offered, the river is very pretty. Avoid bldg 7 near the parking lot, this is where the buses line up in the am. We like bldg 5 and 4 the best, close to food court.popcorn::

I can let your know as we get closer if when we can try to meet at MVMCP, let me know if you have plans to meet anyone else. I haven't looked at the schedule for the party yet, so it may be easier to pick a time around a show or parade. You can PM me if your would like, otherwise feel free to post on your thread.
Judy

[VandyFan10]

Hello!


We thought about a suite room so that mom could be in the living room with DD and me and DH could share the bedroom.
Well, mom wasn't so hot on that idea.
So after much deliberation we're going to FQPO and getting 2 rooms -


We are going to POFQ in December!!!

I can't WAIT!