Celebrating A 5th Birthday with Mickey & Rain,May 2009! Completed..

[kaysmommie]

Hello and Welcome!
I finally decided I should get to work on my Pre Trip report for our vacation this May. I'll start with telling you a little bit about us. For those of who aren't familiar with my family, feel free to check out one of my past trip reports.


First there is me Nichole, the DW and mom. I love Disney and travel. Planning is the most fun but can get me stressed a bit too. I love to plan the perfect vacation and make sure my kids get to experience the most fun possible. Sometimes everything doesn't go as planned though :headache: I spend way too much time on DIS when I should be doing other things :crazy: . But I'm addicted to reading friends trip reports. My first trip to Disney was when I was 6 years old. This will be my 9th trip to Disney. My favorite character is :tinker:Tink .

My husband of 10 years is Tommy. He likes Disney but doesn't love it. He has fun when we get there but doesn't want anything to do with the planning. He also doesn't want to hear me talk constantly about Disney. That is just another reason why I spend time on DIS. He is a great dad and husband. Not sure he has a favorite character, maybe ::MickeyMo , most like Grumpy though ;) . This will be his 7th trip to Disney!


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Then there is my DD 8, Kaylee she will be 9 by time we go on this trip though. She loves Disney and is a great student and spends lots of time at the Dance Studio since she has been taking dance since she was 3. She collects pins and loves to get autograph's and hairwraps on vacation. Her favorite resort is Poly (like me) but she is constantly asking why we are not staying there again :headache: . She is most like Tink :tinker:. Some of her other favorite things are Webkinz, High School Musical, Jonas Brothers, playing Wii and American Girl dolls/ books. We took Kaylee to Disney last March just to celebrate her 8th Birthday. She got tons of pixie dust! This will be her 7th trip also.

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Finally we have my DS4 Thomas, who is turning 5 on our trip. Disney is his favorite place in the world, he can't understand why we can't live there :) . Thomas can't wait to go back to Disney since he got sick on our October trip and missed out a bit. He is looking forward to celebrating his Bday with ::MickeyMo Mickey! That is his favorite character but he loves most of them. He can be very shy with new people and situations. He doesn't love Preschool like most kids do. Some of his favorite things are riding his bike, playing Wii, Cars, trucks, and Webkinz. This Thomas' 5th trip to Disney!



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My kids look thrilled :rolleyes1 ,don't they??
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[LaurenMic]

Yay! I was hoping you would do a PTR :) I can't wait to hear all about the plans for your next trip...cut pictures, I especially love the one of you and your DF and the one of the kids hugging at the Poly!

[kaysmommie]

After our last trip in October of 2008. Tom said no more trips until 2010 for a number of reasons. After the ride home even I needed a break from Disney. But after about a month I was already wishing to go back. October was fun but seems like the last 2 years it rained alot. Then the new promotion came out. I already knew I was going to take Thomas for His Birthday, it was just a matter of when. Tom didn't really have any vacation time until July of 2009. No way was I willing to go in July with the crowds and heat.

So Tom agreed after some badgering on our part. That we could just take a short 5-6 night trip this May over Thomas' 5th Birthday. He would of course have to take it without pay :sad2: . The good part is that we have 2 Free Airline tickets and just need to buy two more for the kids :yay: . It does stink that we have to drive 3 hours west to Nashville and by then we could be almost halfway to Disney in our minivan. But we are tired of driving so looks like we are flying for sure!

I decided that maybe renting points from a DVC memeber would be a good idea. So I inquired about this back in January. Found someone on here that had rented before and was easy to work with. The only places available were Saratoga Springs and Old Key West. I was hoping for Beach Club or Animal Kingdom though. After some thining it over we picked Saratoga Springs. It is a very pretty place but not as themed as some of my favorite resorts. But I'm still looking foward to staying there. Thomas was dissapointed we were not staying at CBR again, he was really wanting to try a new Pirate room. If I had known how much he wanted to stay there I probably would have just booked that to make him happy.

A few weeks after we made our Saratoga reservation, I was looking at flights :rolleyes1 . I thought that flying the night before might be better so we don't have to stay in Nashville overnight. Instead well stay in Disney :idea: . Most likely it will be Pop or ASMu since we won't even arrive until 8 PM.

So there you have it. Our dates are May 16th - May 21st at Saratoga Springs! Kaylee will be missing the last week of school which at first she was happy to be going then changed her mind and is sad about the fun week. Well be back just in time for her Studios recital rehearsals. Sadly well miss Star Wars :yoda: :darth: :chewy: :ewok: Weekend, which both my kids have started to like a lot.

My ADR's are already made and my itinerary is a work in progress since I have 2 Itineraries and am having trouble decided because some of the days are rated better than others on Tour Guide Mike. Maybe I can post both of the schedules and you all can vote for which you think is better.


Coming up: Dining reservations and Itinerary help!!

[kaysmommie]

Yay! I was hoping you would do a PTR :) I can't wait to hear all about the plans for your next trip...cut pictures, I especially love the one of you and your DF and the one of the kids hugging at the Poly!

Hi Lauren :) .
Thanks. Nice to see you here, your my first reader. I'm sad your trippie is coming to and end. But at least you have another trip coming up in June :cool1: .

[29apr00]

Woo hoo another TR!! Can't wait, you always seem to get so much pixie dust! Hopefully Thomas has a great birthday trip!

And Yeah for flying finally!! :cool1:

[kaysmommie]

Woo hoo another TR!! Can't wait, you always seem to get so much pixie dust! Hopefully Thomas has a great birthday trip!

And Yeah for flying finally!! :cool1:

Hi Jen :). glad to have you onboard. You know I'm hoping Thomas gets his share of Pixie dust this trip. How's the vow renewal planning? I have to come by and check it on now that I'm on the pretrip board more often.

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Heck yeah I'm with you girl! I can't wait to see all your new D60 pics!!! I'm waiting!!! As soon as it warms up again I'm doing some at the beach. Ya know...I was studying all of the cams. The 60 is just as good and the 300 in many ways. The 300 is built better and the 90 has recording capabilities but overall they're pretty much the same. The 60 is not as "tough built" as the others but it should still last many years as long as you take care of it and keep it cleaned. I think the Olympus just needed a cleaning but I wanted a different brand. :rotfl2: We were looking at lenses last night and some of them were $10,000! :eek: That's crazy for one lens! Add your prom pics on the PTR if ya have them around....would love to see those too. I am going to locate my old stuff later tonight.

[Poohtigeey]

Hi Nichole!! I'm glad you mentioned this on your FB page or I wouldn't have known since I don't come over here anymore. Have you gone in May before? I can't believe Thomas will be 5!! You're going to have such a great time. I'm glad you get to stay somewhere new. I look forward to hearing about all of your plans.:yay:

[29apr00]

Hi Jen :). glad to have you onboard. You know I'm hoping Thomas gets his share of Pixie dust this trip. How's the vow renewal planning? I have to come by and check it on now that I'm on the pretrip board more often.


It would be great if he got the first ride on Goofys Barnstormer with Goofy!! I bet he would be so happy! Let's hope he doesn't get sick this time!!

Plans are coming along! Less than 10 months now! Guests are buying airfare. Got my Minnie Bride Ears! :rotfl: having fun...until the bill comes in! :eek:

[crgfsu1]

Here I am!!!!!!!!!!!! Ready for the next report :) Renting DVC points - sounds cool, I hope you like Saratoga Springs.

Cathy

[kaysmommie]

Heck yeah I'm with you girl! I can't wait to see all your new D60 pics!!! I'm waiting!!! As soon as it warms up again I'm doing some at the beach. Ya know...I was studying all of the cams. The 60 is just as good and the 300 in many ways. The 300 is built better and the 90 has recording capabilities but overall they're pretty much the same. The 60 is not as "tough built" as the others but it should still last many years as long as you take care of it and keep it cleaned. I think the Olympus just needed a cleaning but I wanted a different brand. :rotfl2: We were looking at lenses last night and some of them were $10,000! :eek: That's crazy for one lens! Add your prom pics on the PTR if ya have them around....would love to see those too. I am going to locate my old stuff later tonight.

So far I love the new camera! Thanks for all your help with that. We have to take care of it because we charged it :guilty: on best Buy. I'll have to take the kids outside to get some pics. I have just been taking a few inside to learn how to use it. Wow $1000 is crazy for one lens!! Even if you photographer. Sorry no prom pics. My BF at the time didn't want to go because he hated dancing :sad2:, so we skipped our prom. I should have found someone else to go with instead :laughing:.

Hi Nichole!! I'm glad you mentioned this on your FB page or I wouldn't have known since I don't come over here anymore. Have you gone in May before? I can't believe Thomas will be 5!! You're going to have such a great time. I'm glad you get to stay somewhere new. I look forward to hearing about all of your plans.:yay:

Hi Monica. glad you are here. I posted on your wall about my pain in the butt friend Genya. I don't care about the other ones comment because she is totally kidding. But that one is constantly being jealous because she is a
miserable B. :laughing: I shouldn't have even bothered going off on her.

I can't believe Thomas will be turning 5 already :sad2: on this trip and Kaylee will be 9 in March. I have never been in May, but am really looking forward to Flower & Garden at Epcot. I have heard it's a great time to go though. I have to figure out my itinerary. One plan includes a Dis Meet :confused3 and the other plan has better park days according to TGM . Wish a few other Dis friends were going ;).

It would be great if he got the first ride on Goofys Barnstormer with Goofy!! I bet he would be so happy! Let's hope he doesn't get sick this time!!

Plans are coming along! Less than 10 months now! Guests are buying airfare. Got my Minnie Bride Ears! :rotfl: having fun...until the bill comes in! :eek:

Thomas is very excited for this trip. Unfortunately they told us back in October that Goofy doesn't ride Barnstormer anymore since he was moved to Frontier land to make room for the fairies. Your plans sound great! You must have Minnie bride ears :thumbsup2. The bill is the only part that stinks.

[kaysmommie]

Here I am!!!!!!!!!!!! Ready for the next report :) Renting DVC points - sounds cool, I hope you like Saratoga Springs.

Cathy

Hi Cathy,
I'm ready to read your report too ;)! We are looking forward to trying a new resort. It's not Poly but I'm sure well like it. I have liked every resort we have stayed in so far. Thomas really wanted CBR again.

[mom2mek]

I'm checking in....will be back to read in a bit! I can't believe we are going to miss eachother! Well, unless you want to come to breakfast with us on your first day (since we will be leaving right after that) - and I'm so sure that's exactly what you want to do, huh? LOL! :rotfl:

Sara

[OneTreeHillAddict]

So far I love the new camera! I knew you would! Thanks for all your help with that. We have to take care of it because we charged it :guilty: on best Buy. I'll have to take the kids outside to get some pics. I have just been taking a few inside to learn how to use it. Wow $1000 $10,000!!!! I would NEVER pay ten grand for a lens! There is one I want for $500. is crazy for one lens!! Even if you photographer. Sorry no prom pics. My BF at the time didn't want to go because he hated dancing :sad2:, so we skipped our prom. I should have found someone else to go with instead :laughing:.

It was those darn boys we used to date. :rotfl2:

[LaurenMic]

Hi Lauren :) .
Thanks. Nice to see you here, your my first reader. I'm sad your trippie is coming to and end. But at least you have another trip coming up in June :cool1: .

I was so excited to be the first one to comment! I'm definitely starting my PTR very soon too! Can't wait to hear what you have for Thomas's bday! :)

[dddisrunner]

Hey Nichole! I was wondering when you were going to start your PTR!:thumbsup2 Yay for Thomas! I hope he gets LOTS of pixie dust on this trip!:lovestruc I can't wait to here what you guys think of SSR! I am glad you got all of your ADR'S too! So excited to be going on another journey with you guys:cool1:

[hlrababy]

Man!!! You just started it today and already I am on page 2!!!! lol!!!!!

[IluvXU]

Another fun trip! I sure hope Thomas stays healthy this trip. I think the Flower and Garden show will be so pretty, can't wait to see pics.

[crgfsu1]

Another fun trip! I sure hope Thomas stays healthy this trip. I think the Flower and Garden show will be so pretty, can't wait to see pics.


You know Nichole, I went to WDW during FLower & Garden show SEVERLA years ago - it was nice. You'll love it.

[kaysmommie]

I'm checking in....will be back to read in a bit! I can't believe we are going to miss eachother! Well, unless you want to come to breakfast with us on your first day (since we will be leaving right after that) - and I'm so sure that's exactly what you want to do, huh? LOL! :rotfl:

Sara

Darn you are leaving right after breakfast :sad2:, That stinks. Where are you having breakast, Captain Cooks?? They do have Tonga Toast there :scratchin. I would love to stay the first night at Poly. Right now I have us going to Epcot for Rope drop on the 17th. I'll try to figure something out.

It was those darn boys we used to date. :rotfl2:

:lmao:

I was so excited to be the first one to comment! I'm definitely starting my PTR very soon too! Can't wait to hear what you have for Thomas's bday! :)

Working on Bday details now. Looking at cakes. Let me know when you start your pretrip.

Hey Nichole! I was wondering when you were going to start your PTR!:thumbsup2 Yay for Thomas! I hope he gets LOTS of pixie dust on this trip!:lovestruc I can't wait to here what you guys think of SSR! I am glad you got all of your ADR'S too! So excited to be going on another journey with you guys:cool1:

Hi Diane,
Thanks for reading, I know your busy with your new job :). Me too! I hope we like SSR. I have to post my ADR's and park plans in a bit because I will need some feedback from you guys.

Man!!! You just started it today and already I am on page 2!!!! lol!!!!!

Hi Heather :), Glad to have you onboard.

Another fun trip! I sure hope Thomas stays healthy this trip. I think the Flower and Garden show will be so pretty, can't wait to see pics.
Hi and Welcome!! Oh me too on the healthy thing. I can't wait to see Flower & Garden at Epcot.

You know Nichole, I went to WDW during FLower & Garden show SEVERLA years ago - it was nice. You'll love it.

Glad to hear you loved it. I'm sure I will too! So May is a nice time to go then?

[kaysmommie]

I could use some help from you all picking which Itineray sounds better or more relaxing. I have the worst time making up my mind and if ADR's need to be moved or changed better to do that sooner. I asked my DH and he is not much help. The only problem with plan A is that those are not the better Park days as far as crowds. I will get to do a DIS Meet at Epcot and the kids don't have to wait a whole other day to see Mickey and go to a park.



Plan B were my original Plans but then the first day is a waterpark and HDD for dinner. As far as best park days this schedule fits into that 100%.


Please vote for which set of plans you would choose for your family. Thanks





Disney Plans May 2009

Plan A

Saturday :Fly out of BNA to MCO, Magical Express to ASMU (maybe Pop??)

Sunday : Check into Saratoga Springs by 8am.
Epcot by 9 AM for rope drop, Future World most of morning
DIS Meet at 3 PM in France
Dinner at Le Cellier 4:10 PM
Leave to go back to resort after dinner to get settled in the room.

Monday : Holly wood studios for Rope Drop
Lunch at Sci Fi Dine Inn at 12:10 PM

Break at hotel then Magic Kingdom around 6 PM. CS dinner
Watch Spectromagic this time!!!

Tuesday : Waterpark Blizzard beach
CS lunch


Hoop Dee Doo Revue at FW at 7:15,

Wednesday: Thomas Bday, Magic Kingdom
CS lunch at Columbia Harbour House.

Chef Mickeys is at 5:25 PM
Back to MK at 7 PM stay until Wishes at 9PM if we are not tired

Thursday: Animal Kingdom for 8 AM breakfast at Tusker house. Stay u back to resort for lunch & Swim
Epcot around 4PM stay for Illuminations or Spectromagic at MK if we didn’t go Monday.


Disney Plans: Plan B


Saturday: arrive at ASMu or Pop, for the night

Sunday : breakfast and then check in at Saratoga around 8 or 9 AM??
Waterpark Blizzard Beach from 10-2
Hopefully room is ready after, unpack and settle in

Dinner at
Hoop Dee Doo arrive at FW by 7PM

Monday : Epcot, very low crowds since weekend is over. Rated good on certain Website!!

Morning in Future World
After lunch in World Showcase.

Dinner at Le Cellier at 5:50 PM
Stay for Illuminations 9 PM maybe?

Tuesday May 19th : Hollywood studios arrive for Rope Drop. Lunch at Sci Fi at 11:45

Stay until after Parade.

Magic Kingdom around 6 PM for a few rides, maybe Wishes
Mk is Also a good park for this evening

Wednesday: Thomas’ Birthday!!! Magic Kingdom !

best day for MK!

Lunch at Columbia Harbor House

Chef Mickeys’ 5:00 for Bday dinner

back to MK after dinner?? 7 PM or back to resort for rest


Thursday : Animal Kingdom breakfast at 8:00 AM for character Breakfast.

Lunch at resort/ swim

PM

Magic Kingdom Spectromagic!! Park closes at 10 PM with Wishes.

[29apr00]

personally i'd go with plan B simply because i would want a less stressful day for check in. I'd hate to move from Pop to Saratoga Springs, then rush to Epcot, and not be able to get the room "settled" until that evening when everyone is tired and grumpy.

[leamom2princesses]

Hi there! I just noticed your PTR. We're going to be at WDW during the same time. Looks like your plan A and my plan have a lot in common so in my very biased opinion Plan A looks good...:goodvibes

We are flying out of BNA saturday morning and having dinner at Le Cellier on Sunday. I just wish return flights would come down to the outbound flight price so I can book.

[kaysmommie]

personally i'd go with plan B simply because i would want a less stressful day for check in. I'd hate to move from Pop to Saratoga Springs, then rush to Epcot, and not be able to get the room "settled" until that evening when everyone is tired and grumpy.

That is what I thought too, but I really want to make the DIS Meet and also would have to rebook Hoop Dee Doo again . I do agree 100 5 with you though about the room. If I do go with Plan B I might even be able to get over to Poly for breakfast :idea:. Tommy of course likes Plan A better :headache:.

Hi there! I just noticed your PTR. We're going to be at WDW during the same time. Looks like your plan A and my plan have a lot in common so in my very biased opinion Plan A looks good...:goodvibes

We are flying out of BNA saturday morning and having dinner at Le Cellier on Sunday. I just wish return flights would come down to the outbound flight price so I can book.

:cool1: that you will be there the same time as us. We are also going to fly out on Saturday. Not sure which time yet as I have to discuss with DH which will work best with work schedule. Looks like 4:40 or 1:40 PM for us. Too bad we can't have and airport DIS meet. What time does your flight leave? Are you going to the 3 PM meet at Epcot?? Yes the return flight is not cheap yet, another reason I'm still waiting to book. Our Le Cellier ressie is 4:10 on Sunday, what time is yours?


So far 1vote for plan and 1 Plan B. thanks :goodvibes

[29apr00]

Tommy of course likes Plan A better :headache:.



that's because he doesn't have to do the unpacking and organizing of the room! :headache:

[kaysmommie]

that's because he doesn't have to do the unpacking and organizing of the room! :headache:

:goodvibesThat is true! He only unpacks his stuff. Now I'm thinking maybe I should just book Saratoga for another night, either on cash or rent more points.

[LaurenMic]

I like Plan B, only because personally I would want a low key day when I am changing resorts. But I also love your idea of booking another night at Saratoga because that would eliminate the need to switch and you could go with A and make the Dismeet!

[dddisrunner]

Hey Nichole! I would say that you are pretty much a pro at touring the parks so I really don't think the crowds would affect you guys that much:thumbsup2 If the Dis meet is something you REALLY want to do, then I would go with plan A but if you think you are the only one that would be into the meet then maybe your original plans would be better! Plan B seems more relaxing though!:goodvibes

[Disneychix]

OMG Nichole you started a PTR!! I was just thinking of you today and noticing I haven't 'seen' you lately and here you are planning away! :)

We are going back in just 2 weeks! Only for a short trip though as we already have Nov booked. I've just been so cold and tired of winter so we're taking a Florida break!

Can't wait to read about your plans!

[kaysmommie]

I like Plan B, only because personally I would want a low key day when I am changing resorts. But I also love your idea of booking another night at Saratoga because that would eliminate the need to switch and you could go with A and make the Dismeet!

if it will be Plan A then I have to consider staying at SSR for the first night too. It would be worth the extra $$ to make the trip easier.

Hey Nichole! I would say that you are pretty much a pro at touring the parks so I really don't think the crowds would affect you guys that much:thumbsup2 If the Dis meet is something you REALLY want to do, then I would go with plan A but if you think you are the only one that would be into the meet then maybe your original plans would be better! Plan B seems more relaxing though!:goodvibes

I do okay at touring, it's the family that side tracks me alot with wanting more breaks :laughing:. I'm sure I'm the only one whp really wants to do the Dis Meet. Tom is game for it but the kids at used to breaks at that time of day. It sounds too fun to meet up with some other DIssers for a bit. Plan B is the easier one though.

OMG Nichole you started a PTR!! I was just thinking of you today and noticing I haven't 'seen' you lately and here you are planning away! :)

We are going back in just 2 weeks! Only for a short trip though as we already have Nov booked. I've just been so cold and tired of winter so we're taking a Florida break!

Can't wait to read about your plans!

Hi there :)
Glad to see you back on here. You have just 2 weeks :banana: that is great. It will be nice to get out of the cold even for a short trip. Are you writing a trippie?


Were up to 1 vote for A and 3 for B! Thanks still not decided.

[leamom2princesses]

It would be cool to have an airport DIS meet. We are planning on one of the early morning flights. We live about 1 hour north of BNA. We would like to take the 8:35 but it may be the 6:30 just for the price factor. We are planning on attending the DIS meet. Our ressie at Le Cellier is for 5:45. I have a flight credit that expires on 2/24 so I better get something done. Hopefully they will let me use it for a May flight :confused3

[OneTreeHillAddict]

I like B the best. (But both are good!) :thumbsup2

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Hey Nichole, just noticed the link to this in your sig.

I vote for Plan A as I am looking forward to meeting you at the Dis meet. :thumbsup2

[kaysmommie]

It would be cool to have an airport DIS meet. We are planning on one of the early morning flights. We live about 1 hour north of BNA. We would like to take the 8:35 but it may be the 6:30 just for the price factor. We are planning on attending the DIS meet. Our ressie at Le Cellier is for 5:45. I have a flight credit that expires on 2/24 so I better get something done. Hopefully they will let me use it for a May flight :confused3

The earliest we will be flying out will 11:40 but most likely the last flight of the day :sad2:. not sure about the credit since I have one that had to used by February also and it wouldn't let me book a May flight. Let me know though, maybe if I call they will let me use it :confused3. That would certainly save a lot more $$$.

I like B the best. (But both are good!) :thumbsup2

Thanks Tammy, I too favor B for the fact that those are according to the best park days and it will be easier for touring and making sure we get stuff done. I can't tolerate crowds. But I my kids will get to see Mickey a day sooner and I can go to the DIS Meet.

Hey Nichole, just noticed the link to this in your sig.

I vote for Plan A as I am looking forward to meeting you at the Dis meet. :thumbsup2

I have to get DH to fix my link today :). I'm looking forward to meeting you too. I'm probably not going to go to R & C though since we have a 4:00 ressie for Le Cellier. Thomas was very antsy about and hour inot that meal last time. I might have to let them run around in the maze or something before we go to dinner.



4 votes for plan A and 3 votes for Plan B.

[leamom2princesses]

A friend of mine that flies SWA a lot told me that if you call they will extend the credit for $50. That's still a lot cheaper than a roundtrip flight so I'm going to give it a go. I will let you know how it works out.

[kaysmommie]

Dining Reservations


Dinner @ Le Cellier in Canada

Lunch @ Sci- Fi Dine Inn

Hoop Dee Doo Revue dinner Show

Chef Mickey's (yes I'm going back there :sick:)

Tusker House Character Breakfast


We are doing the regular Disney Dining Plan. I was not kind of torn between Hoop Dee Doo and going back to California Grill. Hoop is supposed to fun so that is why I picked that. When I look at You Tube videos of it though :confused3 it looks kind of lame to me. Am I missing something?

[kaysmommie]

A friend of mine that flies SWA a lot told me that if you call they will extend the credit for $50. That's still a lot cheaper than a roundtrip flight so I'm going to give it a go. I will let you know how it works out.


Thank you for telling me!! Mine expires on the 28th. I have to call and see. let me know how it goes, worth it for $50.

[crgfsu1]

Well. my vote is probably plan B - sees a litle less "rushed"....I am sure you will work it out either way :)

[kaysmommie]

Well. my vote is probably plan B - sees a litle less "rushed"....I am sure you will work it out either way :)

Thanks Cathy,
See that is what I think too. It seems less hurried and according to Unofficial guide and TGM those are ideal parks to boot. Otherwise it wouldn't matter at all to me, I would just be thrilled to be able to go to the DIS Meet. But if I don't go then :confused3 I'm sure I will regret it! This is so hard, I have to go think about this itinerary stuff so more.

5 Votes for Plan B 3 votes for Plan A

[LaurenMic]

[QUOTE=kaysmommie;30374900] Working on Bday details now. Looking at cakes. Let me know when you start your pretrip. QUOTE]

Hey Nichole! My PTR is started! http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2095574 (http://http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2095574)

I hope you find a great cake for Thomas :) We ordered one for my mom's bday last year and the Disney bakery really did a great job.

[kaysmommie]

[quote=kaysmommie;30374900] Working on Bday details now. Looking at cakes. Let me know when you start your pretrip. QUOTE]

Hey Nichole! My PTR is started! http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2095574 (http://http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2095574)

I hope you find a great cake for Thomas :) We ordered one for my mom's bday last year and the Disney bakery really did a great job.

Thanks Lauren,
I'll be over to check out your plans.

[LaurenMic]

Sounds like you have some great dining plans! Le Cellier is a great way to kick off a trip. And as much as I know you are not thrilled about Chef Mickey's, it is a fun place to celebrate a birthday!

We did Hoop Dee Doo a few years back and we liked it. We didn't get a great seat because we were stuck behind a poll so that didn't help, but the show was very cute. I have a tendency to think things like that are cheesy but even I got a kick out of it. Something fun to try once!

[3princesses+aprince]

Hello joining in our your pre trip report. I will be in Disney for the first time from May 12-19.
I am having the same problem. I have a schedule all put together, which I like, but i am trying to change it around so I can go to the Dis meet in epcot as well.

[kaysmommie]

Sounds like you have some great dining plans! Le Cellier is a great way to kick off a trip. And as much as I know you are not thrilled about Chef Mickey's, it is a fun place to celebrate a birthday!

We did Hoop Dee Doo a few years back and we liked it. We didn't get a great seat because we were stuck behind a poll so that didn't help, but the show was very cute. I have a tendency to think things like that are cheesy but even I got a kick out of it. Something fun to try once!

Glad to know that even I might like HDD. Sorry you were stcuk behind a pole. I'm sure it will be fun no matter what. My kids favorite place is Chef Mickey's and we celebrated DD's 8th Bday there last March. On our trip in October my friend supposedly :rolleyes1saw a huge roach under her table. That is why I hesitate to go back there, though I didn't see it. If I had then I wouldn't even consider it :sick:. We loved Le cellier last time we went, so that is a must do for us :).

Hello joining in our your pre trip report. I will be in Disney for the first time from May 12-19.
I am having the same problem. I have a schedule all put together, which I like, but i am trying to change it around so I can go to the Dis meet in epcot as well.

Hi there :) and welcome!!. I know, it's hard to choose between a really good schedule that will work great for your family and one that has a DIs Meet. I did move 2 of my ADR's around so that we could attend. So most likley it will be Plan A for us. The problem is that we only have 4 park days left on our hoppers. So 1 day has to be waterpark & Hoop Dee Doo and not one of the four parks. Since we are only going 5 days it works out great. Now if we were doing the 4/3 deal then I would certainly hop over to the DIS Meet!! I think I will hop over to your trippie now.

[leamom2princesses]

Have you decided on Plan A then? This will be our first DIS meet and I'm super excited. Have you attended any previously?

[kaysmommie]

Have you decided on Plan A then? This will be our first DIS meet and I'm super excited. Have you attended any previously?

I'm about 90% toward plan A, if we can stay at Saratoga the first night and combine our reservations then getting to Epcot in the morning will be no problem at all. Again it won't be the top choice since weekends of Flower & garden are usually busy, but I can make it work :goodvibes. This will be my frist big Dis Meet. I have met others dissers before at the parks, usually by coincidence though.

I called Southwest and they gave me a number to call about the credit I have that is about to expire. She thinks it is $50 per persons on the original reservation :sad2:, which totally stinks since my credit is only $17 more than that. I'll have to call on Monday for sure.

[mom2mek]

Nichole - your pre-trip moves along so fast, it's hard to keep up! I've been out of commission for a couple of days due to sickness and I can see you are already leaning towards Plan A....but I think you will be fine with either one.

I personally hate to think of the more crowded parks - no matter how good you tour the parks, having the highest rated ones can make it so much easier! But in comparing your two choices, it's really just your first two days that would be affected, right? I guess as long as you go into those 2 days aware of the fact that it might be more difficult to get stuff done, you won't get too frustrated. Neither one of the first two days choices are the absolute WORST choice, KWIM? I think you will be fine either way.

I'm so helpful, aren't I? :laughing: Re-reading that makes no sense to me, so feel free to ignore....

Sara

[MaryAz]

Hi Nichole
I found you!!
I am totally voting for plan A for selfish reasons-Dis Meet. I also changed things around to go. I try and look at like they are only projections-who knows if more or less people will come. And if you know exactly what you want to see and where it is you will probably get it down. And you can always change ur mind. Like the previous poster said-that was probably not that helpful-sorry. Can't wait for the rest of ur plans. I am currently re reading ur report from Oct-good stuff.

[kaysmommie]

Nichole - your pre-trip moves along so fast, it's hard to keep up! I've been out of commission for a couple of days due to sickness and I can see you are already leaning towards Plan A....but I think you will be fine with either one.

I personally hate to think of the more crowded parks - no matter how good you tour the parks, having the highest rated ones can make it so much easier! But in comparing your two choices, it's really just your first two days that would be affected, right? I guess as long as you go into those 2 days aware of the fact that it might be more difficult to get stuff done, you won't get too frustrated. Neither one of the first two days choices are the absolute WORST choice, KWIM? I think you will be fine either way.

I'm so helpful, aren't I? :laughing: Re-reading that makes no sense to me, so feel free to ignore....

Sara


Hi Sara,
Sorry you have sick :sad2:, hope you are feeling better now. I'm glad your back because I really wanted your opinion. On Plan A neither park is the worst choice, it's that my original plans had the absolute best park choices and that does make things so much easier, especially since we only have 5 days to tour 4 parks and 1 waterpark. Both plans have their good and bad points. I guess my decision is going to come down to to if we can book Saratoga with a cash reservation the first evening and not have to change rooms the next day. Then again I might not be able to get Hoop Dee Doo revue back on Sunday night.

I thought about booking Poly for the 1st night, then we could maybe have drinks in the lounge or grab breakfast before you leave. But it might be too many sad faces when we have to switch the next day :sad2: to SSR.


Hi Nichole
I found you!!
I am totally voting for plan A for selfish reasons-Dis Meet. I also changed things around to go. I try and look at like they are only projections-who knows if more or less people will come. And if you know exactly what you want to see and where it is you will probably get it down. And you can always change ur mind. Like the previous poster said-that was probably not that helpful-sorry. Can't wait for the rest of ur plans. I am currently re reading ur report from Oct-good stuff.

Hi Mary,
Nice to see you here! Thanks for reading :goodvibes.
That is why it's hard of course I want to make it to the meet, it will be so fun. The website I got the projections from is very accurate usually, I have used his plans before on my other trips. But like I said those are not the worst choices for parks either. I won't be able to change my mimd because of Dining plans will be hard or impossible to switch. Right now my dining is booked for Plan A :). I have to get my husband to look at the plans and give me input :rolleyes1 wish me luck with that!

[cdotla]

Hi Nichole - just noticed your PTR. Happy Planning!

I think I told you before, but you will love May. I have gone to WDW in early to mid May over 15 times. It is my favourite time! Perfect weather and perfect crowds i.e. no crowds, especially if you do TGM!:goodvibes

[mom2mek]

Hi Sara,
Sorry you have sick :sad2:, hope you are feeling better now. I'm glad your back because I really wanted your opinion. On Plan A neither park is the worst choice, it's that my original plans had the absolute best park choices and that does make things so much easier, especially since we only have 5 days to tour 4 parks and 1 waterpark. Both plans have their good and bad points. I guess my decision is going to come down to to if we can book Saratoga with a cash reservation the first evening and not have to change rooms the next day. Then again I might not be able to get Hoop Dee Doo revue back on Sunday night.

I thought about booking Poly for the 1st night, then we could maybe have drinks in the lounge or grab breakfast before you leave. But it might be too many sad faces when we have to switch the next day :sad2: to SSR.




As much as I would like that....:rolleyes1 It probably would be hard to make your kids stay there for one night and then leave! :sad2: Plus costly, for just one night, you know?

I'd say if your plans are booked already with Plan A, stick with that, go to the DIS meet, and have fun! I'm sure it will be great - and you would probably kick yourself if you missed it and then got back and read all these great things about everyone meeting!! :guilty:

I have to go back and re-read it, but is there anyway you could keep the water park on the 1st day and you just leave ahead of Tom to go to the DISmeet alone? Or would he not want to be at the waterpark alone with 2 kids? Or is it that that would be your only Epcot day? I'm sorry...I really need to go back and re-read, like I said I've been a little :sick: so my head is kind of in a fog! I'll be back with (hopefully) more constructive advice! Ha! :laughing:

Sara

[kaysmommie]

As much as I would like that....:rolleyes1 It probably would be hard to make your kids stay there for one night and then leave! :sad2: Plus costly, for just one night, you know?

I'd say if your plans are booked already with Plan A, stick with that, go to the DIS meet, and have fun! I'm sure it will be great - and you would probably kick yourself if you missed it and then got back and read all these great things about everyone meeting!! :guilty:

I have to go back and re-read it, but is there anyway you could keep the water park on the 1st day and you just leave ahead of Tom to go to the DISmeet alone? Or would he not want to be at the waterpark alone with 2 kids? Or is it that that would be your only Epcot day? I'm sorry...I really need to go back and re-read, like I said I've been a little :sick: so my head is kind of in a fog! I'll be back with (hopefully) more constructive advice! Ha! :laughing:

Sara

Your right but the idea of being in a more crowded park doesn't appeal to me. I guess it messes with one of my other park days too. On the other website the HS on Monday does have a warning ;) and MK PM is going to be packed. Leaving the waterpark and going to another park is not possible because we only have 4 days left on our hoppers. That is why I planned 4 park days and I waterpark/ dinner show day. Works great that I don't have to buy them again until next time. Thanks so much for your help. It's just so hard going against best parks.

[kaysmommie]

I have been watching this airfare for the last 2 weeks and if anything it has went up in price :sad2:. The good news is that we will taking and earlier flight then I had planned and will arrive in Orlando by 3PM on Saturday. At least that gives the kids some pool time and maybe we can go to DTD for shopping and dinner.

[leamom2princesses]

I have been watching this airfare for the last 2 weeks and if anything it has went up in price :sad2:. The good news is that we will taking and earlier flight then I had planned and will arrive in Orlando by 3PM on Saturday. At least that gives the kids some pool time and maybe we can go to DTD for shopping and dinner.

I'm probably going to take the plunge and book Tuesday. I'm going to give it a few more days and then end the wait. If you're going to DTD maybe we'll see you there.

[Poohtigeey]

Wow Nichole this thing moves fast!LOL! It's so hard to know the "right" thing to do. Meeting fellow DISers is so much fun, but who wants to waste their days in a busy park when you know the others aren't crowded?! You're smart with the Disney planning so I know you'll make the right choice.

BTW, your "friend" on FB made me so mad. I had to stand up for you. I'm sorry she made you feel so bad. I think you need to tell her buh bye! Lifes to short to have friends who don't love Disney!!!:thumbsup2

[MaryAz]

I have been watching this airfare for the last 2 weeks and if anything it has went up in price :sad2:. The good news is that we will taking and earlier flight then I had planned and will arrive in Orlando by 3PM on Saturday. At least that gives the kids some pool time and maybe we can go to DTD for shopping and dinner.

We get in around 4p and that is our plan. You wanted to check out T Rex right? Maybe you could do it then? We have a ressie for 730p.

[kaysmommie]

I'm probably going to take the plunge and book Tuesday. I'm going to give it a few more days and then end the wait. If you're going to DTD maybe we'll see you there.

I guess I'm going to have to soon too. I don't want to drive this time. Hoping to go to DTD.

Wow Nichole this thing moves fast!LOL! It's so hard to know the "right" thing to do. Meeting fellow DISers is so much fun, but who wants to waste their days in a busy park when you know the others aren't crowded?! You're smart with the Disney planning so I know you'll make the right choice.

BTW, your "friend" on FB made me so mad. I had to stand up for you. I'm sorry she made you feel so bad. I think you need to tell her buh bye! Lifes to short to have friends who don't love Disney!!!:thumbsup2


I'm having so much trouble with this itinerary. I think my family likes Plan A better because it gets them to the Epcot and HS sooner. But if it's going to be much busier than it makes sense to go to Blizzard Beach first day.

The friend on FB is just so ignorant. Tom couldn't beleive how I ripped her a new one :laughing:. She is always makes rude comments. Now I can be sarcastic don't get me wrong, but this girl can be so nasty. She complains about money (mind you she drives and Infiniti and her hubby makes $150K) and how bored she is at least 4 times a day on FB. I feel like telling her to get a job :lmao:. My other friend called me a dork but she is the one I went on the Grand Gathering with and she plans too. She is just being funny. I started :rotfl: when I saw all the capital letters in your reply. You are so right! She has been so very sweet lately after I told her what I thought.

We get in around 4p and that is our plan. You wanted to check out T Rex right? Maybe you could do it then? We have a ressie for 730p.


I'm definitely going to DTD but not sure if I should make a ressie at T Rex or just have a quiet dinner at Turf Club at SSR. Looks like we are staying at Saratoga the first night too, so we can boat right over after dinner. my friend that just got back last week took her kids to T Rex for dinner and they made the stuffed dinosaurs too. The kids liked it but she said it was very loud in there and crowded. This was presidents week though :goodvibes.

[LaurenMic]

I have been watching this airfare for the last 2 weeks and if anything it has went up in price :sad2:. The good news is that we will taking and earlier flight then I had planned and will arrive in Orlando by 3PM on Saturday. At least that gives the kids some pool time and maybe we can go to DTD for shopping and dinner.

That stinks that airfare went up, but it is great that you are taking an earlier flight! The more time in Disney the better, and I know your kids love pool time so I'm sure they'll be excited :goodvibes

[kaysmommie]

That stinks that airfare went up, but it is great that you are taking an earlier flight! The more time in Disney the better, and I know your kids love pool time so I'm sure they'll be excited :goodvibes

They will be so happy just to get their early and take a swim. If we stick with Saratoga they have crafts and games at the pool too.

[kaysmommie]

Sorry i don't have much to update right now. My dog has been sick again, she is 15 and has some problems. The next 2 weeks are going to be awful busy. I have been trying to see if the airfare goes down. it's really high right now and with the airport being 3 hours away well just have to see. I'm still hoping that we fly but if it doesn't go down at all the nwe might drive. I also haven't decided if I should book Saratoga or just stick with the value resort. If we fly then I', going to book Saratoga since it will just be easier and hopefully we won't have to switch rooms.

Other things going on this week, Tom has had a cold for over a week and now I do too and I'm so run down. Also I changed my thyroid medication this week. But my doctor has me aggravated because she fought me on switching to the natural meds. Then she gave me such a low dose, probably to prove me wrong on if it works :headache:. At least I'm not a Royal B on this medication so that to me is a plus :). Kaylee has dance everyday this week to make up some snow days. We have to work a Girl Scout cookie booth this weekend :headache: and then Sunday is my nephews Birthday. My brother lives and hour away from us. Next week Kaylee has a school field trip in Chattanooga (2 hours away) and I have to drive there and am taking Thomas too since it's the aquarium I'm sure he will love it! Then next weekend my SIL and I are driving the girls to Atlanta and going to American Girl Place for lunch and shopping. It will be kind of and early Bday celebration for Kaylee since her Birthday is March 15, but we will be having a family party at Grandma's house. It's a three hour drive. I will be in the car constantly the next 2 weeks. As soon as I know more on what our plans are I will update.

[mom2mek]

Whoa girlie! That's a lot of juggling you are going to be doing the next couple of weeks! Try to get lots of rest so you don't get worse (sick wise). Glad Brandy is doing better though! :hug:

Sara

[leamom2princesses]

Wow you have a lot going on! I'm sorry that you do not feel better :sad2: I'm a Girl Scout Leader and boy have I been busy with cookies. I will be so glad when March 18th gets here. :thumbsup2

I called SWA and extended my credit for six months for $50. There were three on our itinerary and it was only $50. I'm still watching the airfare also. Looks like they have opened up cheaper flights on both sides of memorial day weekend now. I guess that's my sign that, that leg isn't getting cheaper. I think we will book this weekend. I hope you have a great two weeks and everyone starts feeling better.

[kaysmommie]

Whoa girlie! That's a lot of juggling you are going to be doing the next couple of weeks! Try to get lots of rest so you don't get worse (sick wise). Glad Brandy is doing better though! :hug:

Sara

Thanks Sara :hug:,
That is way too much to do on top of the everyday normal jobs, running kids. But hopefully I'll manage. Of course yesterday Thomas had a playdate that I had to cut short after 90 minutes because of the dog being sick. Brandy is doing better. It turns out she is hypothyroid too, just like her me :scared1:. That really is kind of crazy. Are you finally feeling better?


Wow you have a lot going on! I'm sorry that you do not feel better :sad2: I'm a Girl Scout Leader and boy have I been busy with cookies. I will be so glad when March 18th gets here. :thumbsup2

I called SWA and extended my credit for six months for $50. There were three on our itinerary and it was only $50. I'm still watching the airfare also. Looks like they have opened up cheaper flights on both sides of memorial day weekend now. I guess that's my sign that, that leg isn't getting cheaper. I think we will book this weekend. I hope you have a great two weeks and everyone starts feeling better.

I can't wait to have all the cookies handed out and money turned in. The booth has to be the worst part :headache: though. I'm sure you can't wait for it to be all over. I have to call SW still. I guess the person I talked to was wrong if you paid only $50 total. Calling tomorrow morning, wish me luck. Then I only have to buy one ticket out of pocket. I'll let you know how it goes.

[dddisrunner]

Sorry i don't have much to update right now. My dog has been sick again, she is 15 and has some problems. The next 2 weeks are going to be awful busy. I have been trying to see if the airfare goes down. it's really high right now and with the airport being 3 hours away well just have to see. I'm still hoping that we fly but if it doesn't go down at all the nwe might drive. I also haven't decided if I should book Saratoga or just stick with the value resort. If we fly then I', going to book Saratoga since it will just be easier and hopefully we won't have to switch rooms.

Other things going on this week, Tom has had a cold for over a week and now I do too and I'm so run down. Also I changed my thyroid medication this week. But my doctor has me aggravated because she fought me on switching to the natural meds. Then she gave me such a low dose, probably to prove me wrong on if it works :headache:. At least I'm not a Royal B on this medication so that to me is a plus :). Kaylee has dance everyday this week to make up some snow days. We have to work a Girl Scout cookie booth this weekend :headache: and then Sunday is my nephews Birthday. My brother lives and hour away from us. Next week Kaylee has a school field trip in Chattanooga (2 hours away) and I have to drive there and am taking Thomas too since it's the aquarium I'm sure he will love it! Then next weekend my SIL and I are driving the girls to Atlanta and going to American Girl Place for lunch and shopping. It will be kind of and early Bday celebration for Kaylee since her Birthday is March 15, but we will be having a family party at Grandma's house. It's a three hour drive. I will be in the car constantly the next 2 weeks. As soon as I know more on what our plans are I will update.


YIKES girlfriend that is BUSY!!:scared1: Just keep checking the airfare, that is what I did...I STALKED it and checked 7-8 times a day! I REALLY hope it comes down for you:thumbsup2 I am sorry you aren't feeling well, that stinks:headache: I too was cracking up on FB when I saw your reply to your friend...that's the Jersey girl in you!!:rotfl:

[leamom2princesses]

The first lady I talked to told me it was up to the discretion of the agent I spoke with and she wouldn't give me any details whatsoever. When I talked to the Customer Relations agent she was awesome and I was off the phone in less than 5 minutes. I am so pleased! Hope it goes well for ya!

[kaysmommie]

YIKES girlfriend that is BUSY!!:scared1: Just keep checking the airfare, that is what I did...I STALKED it and checked 7-8 times a day! I REALLY hope it comes down for you:thumbsup2 I am sorry you aren't feeling well, that stinks:headache: I too was cracking up on FB when I saw your reply to your friend...that's the Jersey girl in you!!:rotfl:

hi Diane,
That is what I do, I try to check at least twice a day and there hasn't been any change. yes that girl brought out the jersey in me :laughing:. But hey she's from Brick too. I can only take so much rudeness until I give right back!

The first lady I talked to told me it was up to the discretion of the agent I spoke with and she wouldn't give me any details whatsoever. When I talked to the Customer Relations agent she was awesome and I was off the phone in less than 5 minutes. I am so pleased! Hope it goes well for ya!

Thanks, calling now. Well the customer service person said i need to call back after it expires and they will give me a voucher for $110 towards a flight. I had another credit for $50 but couldn't extend that one. Anything helps though.

[leamom2princesses]

Good deal! Every little bit does help when you're headed to WDW. That will give you a little more time to watch the prices and pray that they fall. :rotfl:

[joy13]

All caught up on this one now! Sounds like you have a crazy few weeks coming up - yikes! I hope everyone starts to feel better soon.

Good luck getting a flight - I'm another checking constantly - but my trip isn't until October.

I would vote for plan A just for the dis meet itself. If the kids need a rest - maybe Tom can take them back and you can do the dismeet.

[LaurenMic]

Sorry i don't have much to update right now. My dog has been sick again, she is 15 and has some problems. The next 2 weeks are going to be awful busy. I have been trying to see if the airfare goes down. it's really high right now and with the airport being 3 hours away well just have to see. I'm still hoping that we fly but if it doesn't go down at all the nwe might drive. I also haven't decided if I should book Saratoga or just stick with the value resort. If we fly then I', going to book Saratoga since it will just be easier and hopefully we won't have to switch rooms.

Other things going on this week, Tom has had a cold for over a week and now I do too and I'm so run down. Also I changed my thyroid medication this week. But my doctor has me aggravated because she fought me on switching to the natural meds. Then she gave me such a low dose, probably to prove me wrong on if it works :headache:. At least I'm not a Royal B on this medication so that to me is a plus :). Kaylee has dance everyday this week to make up some snow days. We have to work a Girl Scout cookie booth this weekend :headache: and then Sunday is my nephews Birthday. My brother lives and hour away from us. Next week Kaylee has a school field trip in Chattanooga (2 hours away) and I have to drive there and am taking Thomas too since it's the aquarium I'm sure he will love it! Then next weekend my SIL and I are driving the girls to Atlanta and going to American Girl Place for lunch and shopping. It will be kind of and early Bday celebration for Kaylee since her Birthday is March 15, but we will be having a family party at Grandma's house. It's a three hour drive. I will be in the car constantly the next 2 weeks. As soon as I know more on what our plans are I will update.

Oh wow it sounds like you will be so busy! I hope you feel better and everything goes smoothly with all of your events and driving :goodvibes

[DWFan4Life]

I just finished reading this thread, May you DS have a very wonderful birthday to come. Have a great time, fun and enjoy.

Have a nice and safe trip coming. :)

[kaysmommie]

Good deal! Every little bit does help when you're headed to WDW. That will give you a little more time to watch the prices and pray that they fall. :rotfl:

::yes:: exactly!

All caught up on this one now! Sounds like you have a crazy few weeks coming up - yikes! I hope everyone starts to feel better soon.

Good luck getting a flight - I'm another checking constantly - but my trip isn't until October.

I would vote for plan A just for the dis meet itself. If the kids need a rest - maybe Tom can take them back and you can do the dismeet.

Hi Joy,
Thanks :goodvibes. Looks like I'm going with Plan A. Well I can't really send them back to the room because they want to do Lady Bug release at 1PM and then we have a dinner ressie at Le Cellier at 4PM. We willp robably just leave after dinner. It will just make it hard with check in and getting settled in the room. But if we end up staying at SSR the first night too and they don't nake us move then it will work out great!

Oh wow it sounds like you will be so busy! I hope you feel better and everything goes smoothly with all of your events and driving :goodvibes

Thanks Lauren :goodvibes, I feel lousy today, sinus infection and just rundown.

I just finished reading this thread, May you DS have a very wonderful birthday to come. Have a great time, fun and enjoy.

Have a nice and safe trip coming. :)

Thank you :goodvibes very much.

[LaurenMic]

Thanks Lauren :goodvibes, I feel lousy today, sinus infection and just rundown.



Oh no! Sinus infections are the worst, feel better soon!

[29apr00]

:hug: sorry you are sick!! But....get it out of everyone's system now so you are all healthy for WDW!! :banana:

[WDW Fan]

Just found your pre-trip report Nichole! You sure do get to go to WDW alot!;) Your DH must know that you need these trips. I am the same way but it really helped me get through those long days when my DD's were young. I loved looking through Disney books and watching the Disney vacation videos back then. Sorry to read you're not feeling all that great. Looking forward to hearing more of your plans.:thumbsup2

[kaysmommie]

Oh no! Sinus infections are the worst, feel better soon!

Thanks, feeling a bit better already.

:hug: sorry you are sick!! But....get it out of everyone's system now so you are all healthy for WDW!! :banana:

:goodvibesWe are hoping to all stay healthy this trip.


Just found your pre-trip report Nichole! You sure do get to go to WDW alot!;) Your DH must know that you need these trips. I am the same way but it really helped me get through those long days when my DD's were young. I loved looking through Disney books and watching the Disney vacation videos back then. Sorry to read you're not feeling all that great. Looking forward to hearing more of your plans.:thumbsup2

Hi there :goodvibes,
I still don't get there as much as I like. This will be the last trip for us for at least a year, I think ;). I love the planning though and your right it's great having something to look forward to. thanks for reading.

[kaysmommie]

Hello,
I think I was on page 3 of this thread :goodvibes so checking in to say hello and that I'm working on some of my plans today. I decided to just go for Plan A and definitely attend the DIS meet :woohoo: too. Hopefully my kids aren't too grumpy by that time in the afternoon and are able to make the meet and early dinner at Le Cellier.

Tomorrow my SIL and I are taking Kaylee and my niece to American Girl Place. It's like and early Birthday celebration for Kaylee. She will turn 9 on the 15th but we are just having a family party at Grandma's house and also having our St. Patricks day dinner that day too. I will take lots of pics and post them on Monday. Also will have our tenative park plans up so if I forget anything my DIS friends can let me know. Have a great weekend :goodvibes.

[dddisrunner]

Hi Nichole! I think you will have fun meeting all of those Diser's!:thumbsup2 Can't wait to see the rest of your plans! Have fun tomorrow at AG!!:goodvibes

[leamom2princesses]

Hello,
I think I was on page 3 of this thread :goodvibes so checking in to say hello and that I'm working on some of my plans today. I decided to just go for Plan A and definitely attend the DIS meet :woohoo: too. Hopefully my kids aren't too grumpy by that time in the afternoon and are able to make the meet and early dinner at Le Cellier.

Tomorrow my SIL and I are taking Kaylee and my niece to American Girl Place. It's like and early Birthday celebration for Kaylee. She will turn 9 on the 15th but we are just having a family party at Grandma's house and also having our St. Patricks day dinner that day too. I will take lots of pics and post them on Monday. Also will have our tenative park plans up so if I forget anything my DIS friends can let me know. Have a great weekend :goodvibes.

Hooray! You have decided to go with Plan A!! Have fun at AG. Lindsey would love to go there. I need to see if there is one near us or near Nashville. Have a great trip!

[LaurenMic]

Hello,
I think I was on page 3 of this thread :goodvibes so checking in to say hello and that I'm working on some of my plans today. I decided to just go for Plan A and definitely attend the DIS meet :woohoo: too. Hopefully my kids aren't too grumpy by that time in the afternoon and are able to make the meet and early dinner at Le Cellier.

Tomorrow my SIL and I are taking Kaylee and my niece to American Girl Place. It's like and early Birthday celebration for Kaylee. She will turn 9 on the 15th but we are just having a family party at Grandma's house and also having our St. Patricks day dinner that day too. I will take lots of pics and post them on Monday. Also will have our tenative park plans up so if I forget anything my DIS friends can let me know. Have a great weekend :goodvibes.

That is great you are going to make the Dismeet! Good luck with the plans, can't wait to see what you decide to do. And have fun at American Girl Place!! :)

[KathyRN137]

Hi Nichole!

I know you'll have so much fun at AG Place; we took Tricia there for her eleventh birthday! She's thirteen now and still plays with her AGs...perhaps not every day...but she still does. Take lots of pictures!


Kathy

[29apr00]

Have fun at AG! we don't have an AG anywhere near here, so all we get to do is go get pedicures yesterday, which was fun!

Happy Birthday to Kaylee!

[3princesses+aprince]

Ooohh, American girl place, sounds great!!!

I'm still trying to figure out if I can rearrange my plans for the dismeet too.

[r4blessings]

ohhh, could we have a mini trip report from AG? I'm trying to plan my first trip there with dd this spring (NYC one!)

Loving your pretrippie too!

[joy13]

I hope you had a great time at AG!

[kaysmommie]

Hi Nichole! I think you will have fun meeting all of those Diser's!:thumbsup2 Can't wait to see the rest of your plans! Have fun tomorrow at AG!!:goodvibes

Thanks Diane :goodvibes

Hooray! You have decided to go with Plan A!! Have fun at AG. Lindsey would love to go there. I need to see if there is one near us or near Nashville. Have a great trip!

Thanks. There are no AGP near Nashville. Chicago might be the closest to you. Atlanta is actually just a boutique & Bistro and not a Place like NYC or Chicago. I think they also have a Place in LA now too.

That is great you are going to make the Dismeet! Good luck with the plans, can't wait to see what you decide to do. And have fun at American Girl Place!! :)

Thanks Lauren. The dismeet will be fun. We had a good time at AG.

Hi Nichole!

I know you'll have so much fun at AG Place; we took Tricia there for her eleventh birthday! She's thirteen now and still plays with her AGs...perhaps not every day...but she still does. Take lots of pictures!


Kathy

Hi Kathy :goodvibes nice to see you over here. I love the NYC AG Place! We took Kaylee there for her 5th Birthday when we lived in NJ. But now Atlanta is much closer. So happy you posted about Tricia ;) I'm hoping Kaylee is the same way. But I have seen a lot less doll playtime lately :sad2:. I'm going to show her your post though. I took lots of pics and will post them in a bit.

Have fun at AG! we don't have an AG anywhere near here, so all we get to do is go get pedicures yesterday, which was fun!

Happy Birthday to Kaylee!

Thanks Jennifer. Pedicures are fun too. Kaylee loves getting them ;) I've created a monster. Her Birthday is the 15th but we are having a family party that day and not doing a big party with 25- 30 kids :scared1: from school, dance and the neighborhood :worship:.

Ooohh, American girl place, sounds great!!!

I'm still trying to figure out if I can rearrange my plans for the dismeet too.

Hopefully you can rearrange your plans. I understand though as it was so hard for me going against the best park days. I had to switch 2 days around to make it work for the DIS meet and unfortunately well be dealing with more crowded parks both of those days. But I'm trying not to worry much since I'm pretty good at touring the parks. I can't when it is very crowded though ;).

ohhh, could we have a mini trip report from AG? I'm trying to plan my first trip there with dd this spring (NYC one!)

Loving your pretrippie too!

Thanks. Your DD will NYC AG Place. It's awesome, we took Kaylee when she turned 5. I will post a mini trippie for our day trip :). Keep in Mind though NYC store is wayyyy bigger and busier too.

I hope you had a great time at AG!

Thank you, we did have a fun day

[WDW Fan]

Have fun at the AG Place! I can't wait to hear all about it! Plan A sounds good.:) Can't wait to hear more details.

[kaysmommie]

American Girl Boutique & Bistro Atlanta

As most of you know, this has been a crazy week with school field trips to the Aquarium, Parent day at Dance studio, kids friends Birthday parties, and a day trip to American Girl Boutique & Bistro in Atlanta.

Kaylee is turning nine years old :sad2: next Sunday. She was undecided if she wanted to have either a Sleep over Party with her some of her BF's or a big party with 30 kids :headache: between school, dance, cousins and neighbors. I was dreading that choice but if she really wanted the big party I would have to happily obliged. Well since she will 9 I'm sure there is only another year or two left of her loving American Girl dolls. So I offered her a day trip to American Girl with her cousin or and overnight trip with the 4 of us to AG and to the Aquarium and World of Coke in Atlanta. Kaylee thought it over and decided she really wanted to have a girls day out with me, her Aunt and cousin Chelsea instead of a party or weekend trip. She wants to have a Slumber party next year now and practically has it planned. On her actual Birthday we are just having a family Birthday at Grandma's since we usually have a St. Patricks day dinner at her house anyway.

I didn't realize that it was spring ahead this weekend when we made the plans. So we had to be up extra early for the 3 hour drive. I thought about making it into and overnight trip so we could do all the other fun stuff in Atlanta but my brother can be such a jerk sometimes and doesn't like the idea of his wife being gone that long :rolleyes1can you say extremely insecure. I have no idea why :confused3 but enogh about that. I just wanted the girls to have a fun day together. My niece (just turned 11) is getting to the age were playing with dolls is not really her thing so this was a good time for the trip before it is way too boring for her.

I bought Kaylee a few matching doll outfits for Christmas so she picked one to wear to the store. My neice isn't a girly girl and wanted nothing to do with this kind of dressing up.
We arrived at North Point Mall and the American Girl store right when it opened at 11AM. Kaylee was beyond excited!

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When you walk you from outside your right in the book store section which both girls love the AG books.

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Next we got on line for the Doll hair salon. You can also have your doll's ears pierced here for $14. DN wanted her Kirsten dolls hair done and Kaylee wanted to get her Mia dolls ears pierced. The hair do's are $10-$20 each, most of them are $20. They use really cute ribbons and barrettes and stuff on the dolls though. It's too fun, if I lived closer I would love to have a job like this when Thomas starts full time school.

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They put Mia's hair in a ponytail with some matching ribbon.
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Kirsten getting new braids (yes lady I'm nuts taking pics :laughing:)
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Some of the displays, I could have bought the whole store but DH will divorce me if I do :laughing:
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Kit's treehouse
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Dolls of the year
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Continued in next post

[29apr00]

:yay: :yay: :yay: :yay:

I WANNA GO THERE!! OMg i wonder if there is one in Chicago or Indy??

[WDW Fan]

Thanks for sharing the AG pictures! I've always wanted to go to one of their shops and have tea! Can't wait for more pictures.;)

[kaysmommie]

Continued:

The girls were starving by now and wanted to have lunch even though our reservation wasn't until noon. But it was 11:45 so we figured we would be able to check in early since it wasn't busy yet. We were able to be seated right away which was excellent! I made sure the waitress knew we were there to celebrate Kaylee's birthday even though it was next weekend. She gave Kaylee a birthday sticker to wear. She didn't really want to wear it because she saw the girl a few tables away having Happy Birthday sung loudly to here in the restaurant. Needless to say she was horrified and didn't want to be embarrassed too. She even tried to wear my sweatshirt to hide from anyone noticing her. Kaylee loves to embarrass as some of you may know ;) so I finally get to enjoy seeing her squirm. Usually this kind of attention doesn't bother her but since her very shy cousin was there maybe that was why. Notice the dolls get menu's too, but they used to have place settings for dolls. I guess they don't do that anymore. The girls get to keep the doll menu's and the cookie cutter napkin rings in the pic.
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Kaylee looking horrified.
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I even took food porn pics :laughing: and yes people did look at me strange, not like I care. We got to order Appetizers and main course. Desserts were extra ordered from the dessert bar. I was going to order Kaylee one of their really cute cakes but she opted for the dessert bar instead.

Kaylee ordered the veggie platter.
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DN and I had the warm pretzel bread, which was yummy!
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SIL ordered the Bread w/ cheese fondue which she said was just okay.
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DN had Pizza for lunch, which she loved and actually finished.
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Kay had chicken fingers with Mac & Cheese, which she loved too.
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SIL and I played it safe and ordered a burger, which was good. For some reason I have no picture but I'm sure I took one of mine at least. Anyway the food was much better than the food we had in NYC 4 years before. I loved the NYC AG place a lot more but would have rather had lunch elsewhere. Hopefully it has improved since then.

After they took our lunch plates the waitresses brought Kaylee out and ice cream sundae and we all sang Happy Birthday to her. She was so embarrassed and kind of slid down in her chair. I told the waitress after as I didn't want her to think Kay was being rude.

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Next up was dessert which was excellent. Kaylee wanted the ice cream chocolate chip cookie sandwich. Does she think she is at MK or something. She finished it too.
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SIL and I shared the warm chocolate cake.
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DN loved her chocolate milkshake but was too stuffed to drink much of it.
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After lunch we shopped for a bit. I was also thrilled there was a Macy's at this mall . I miss Macy's so much since moving to TN because we don't have them here. Only Dillards which I'm not crazy about. We spent about another hour at the American Girl Store though first.

Kaylee loved the 2009 Doll of the year Chrissa after seeing the movie. I think she is cute but Kaylee's has 5 dolls so I didn't think she would want anymore. I thought she wanted Rockband 2 for Wii for her Birthday. She couldn't decide partly because of how busy she is with 4 dance classes and girl scouts, she doesn't get much playtime except on weekends. She also really wants to try out for Dance Ensemble this May since she will be 9 finally. I told her if she gets another doll then I better seeing her playing with them more often. She was back and forth on which doll she wanted. She also loved Molly and Elizabeth which are historic doll. I tried to sway her towards Julie which is my personal favorite since she is a 70's doll and too cute.

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DN bought a few things for her dolls too. She bought a doll outfit and 1 of the new dogs. Well finally Kaylee decided she didn't want to leave the store and drive home without the doll she really came all the way here for. Chrissa was the doll she had to have, along with her pet Llama starburst. I told her happy Birthday and that she shouldn't look for any more gifts from me and her daddy on her Bday because she is done.

Tired from a day of shopping at AG Place.
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We had an uneventful ride home. When we got home Thomas had his own fun day with daddy. They went out and bought a T-Ball set and played outside with it. I signed Thomas up for TBall which starts next month.

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Our newest doll Chrissa and her pet Llama. Kaylee loves her and I hope she keeps playing with them for at least a couple more years.
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Up Next: back to the Disney Planning. Our Epcot must do list!

[kaysmommie]

:yay: :yay: :yay: :yay:

I WANNA GO THERE!! OMg i wonder if there is one in Chicago or Indy??

There is an AG Place in Chicago. It's the orginal one and some say it's the best!

Thanks for sharing the AG pictures! I've always wanted to go to one of their shops and have tea! Can't wait for more pictures.;)

You should go sometime, it's very fun.

[leamom2princesses]

Atlanta is about 4 hours from us so we will probably go to Atlanta for our first trip. Lindsey would love to do this as would Josie. Sounds like a great idea for a mid summer road trip maybe between their birthdays. Thanks for the pic and mini-TR! Can't wait to see your EPCOT must-do's!

[kaysmommie]

Atlanta is about 4 hours from us so we will probably go to Atlanta for our first trip. Lindsey would love to do this as would Josie. Sounds like a great idea for a mid summer road trip maybe between their birthdays. Thanks for the pic and mini-TR! Can't wait to see your EPCOT must-do's!

I was just posting on your report at the same time :laughing:. Good luck today!!

[KathyRN137]

Every doll needs a BFF! I'm glad you had such a good time; thanks for sharing it with us.

When Tricia gets home from school, I'll be sure to show her the pix!

Will either of the dolls be travelling to WDW with you??


Kathy

[3princesses+aprince]

Great pics from American Girl, your poor DD all embarrassed! Looks like she had a nice bday trip.

[kaysmommie]

Every doll needs a BFF! I'm glad you had such a good time; thanks for sharing it with us.

When Tricia gets home from school, I'll be sure to show her the pix!

Will either of the dolls be travelling to WDW with you??


Kathy

I agree :rotfl:Kaylee has 6 AG Dolls now, so everyone has a BFF. Not sure if she is going to be bring one to Disney or not? She brought Mia to NJ last summer. But she has never brought one to Disney in all trips :confused3 maybe she is afraid to have it lost or stolen. But I did buy her that backpack that has straps and a pocket for the doll. Thanks for reading :goodvibes.

[kaysmommie]

Great pics from American Girl, your poor DD all embarrassed! Looks like she had a nice bday trip.

:goodvibes Thanks, we had a fun day. She was so embarrassed, but really I don't get it :confused3. She is not super shy.

[mkluvsmickey]

Hey Nichole! I don't think I've posted yet on your PTR but here I am!

First off, love the AG Place review and pics! I so want to take Samantha there someday soon before she gets too old for it. She has the Julie doll and I have Samantha (who has been discontinued) on backorder. I hope it comes through for her birthday. We just watched the Chrissa movie also so of course she is asking for that for her birthday.

Too funny about the birthday options! We've had almost identical conversations in our house in regards to Sam's birthday in May. Decisions, decisions!

Your Disney plans sound great! Should be a nice time of year for your trip. As you know, we will be there on Saturday and Sunday nights. We will definitely need to arrange a meet!

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Sounds like a fun girls day out!

I probably would have really been into the whole AG thing if they were around when I was a kid, sadly I had to settle for Barbie. :rotfl:

[WDW Fan]

Thanks so much for posting your day at the AG Store! I loved seeing the pics of your birthday lunch and the beautiful dolls! Can't wait to hear more about your upcoming trip.:)

[mom2mek]

Awww...great pics and it sounds like a very fun day for Kaylee, Nichole!

Those dolls are so amazing, aren't they? I love the clothes and could play with them forever. Emily is almost 6 and already has 2 plus a bitty baby and I think I play with them more than her right now. She likes to change their clothes every once in a while and push them around in the strollers and that's about it. I think in another year or so we will try out the one in NYC on a visit to see my Dad who lives up there. Of course, we could try out the one in Atlanta on a trip to see my sister.....:confused3 Decisions, decisions....:goodvibes

Thanks for the mini-tr!

Sara

[kaysmommie]

Hey Nichole! I don't think I've posted yet on your PTR but here I am!

First off, love the AG Place review and pics! I so want to take Samantha there someday soon before she gets too old for it. She has the Julie doll and I have Samantha (who has been discontinued) on backorder. I hope it comes through for her birthday. We just watched the Chrissa movie also so of course she is asking for that for her birthday.

Too funny about the birthday options! We've had almost identical conversations in our house in regards to Sam's birthday in May. Decisions, decisions!

Your Disney plans sound great! Should be a nice time of year for your trip. As you know, we will be there on Saturday and Sunday nights. We will definitely need to arrange a meet!

Hi Michelle,
Thanks for reading and glad you are here. Sam has the Julie doll, oh I just love that doll. Kay didn't want her because she said she looks too much like Kailey. I asked her if I could bring a doll to lunch too and she said i was crazy :lmao:. So the Samantha is still on backorder? I was wondering if maybe it would come earlier. The Chrissa doll is cute but if I were choosing between her and Samantha then I would choose Samantha. I really don't like Chrissa's hair much.

So what are Sam's Birthday choices? I know your taking her to Disney just before. Yes I definately want to meet up. Just email me or message me on FB when you know your plans.


Sounds like a fun girls day out!

I probably would have really been into the whole AG thing if they were around when I was a kid, sadly I had to settle for Barbie. :rotfl:


:goodvibes me too! I would have loved to have a really nice doll like AG.

Thanks so much for posting your day at the AG Store! I loved seeing the pics of your birthday lunch and the beautiful dolls! Can't wait to hear more about your upcoming trip.:)

Aww thanks :goodvibes.

Awww...great pics and it sounds like a very fun day for Kaylee, Nichole!

Those dolls are so amazing, aren't they? I love the clothes and could play with them forever. Emily is almost 6 and already has 2 plus a bitty baby and I think I play with them more than her right now. She likes to change their clothes every once in a while and push them around in the strollers and that's about it. I think in another year or so we will try out the one in NYC on a visit to see my Dad who lives up there. Of course, we could try out the one in Atlanta on a trip to see my sister.....:confused3 Decisions, decisions....:goodvibes

Thanks for the mini-tr!

Sara

Thanks Sara,
I guess you could go to either store. Both are fun but I like NYC better just because it's much bigger and really nice. I'm sure your girls would love it! Oh no, you don't want to turn Emily into a spoiled monster like Kaylee :guilty:. I play with the dolls too :laughing: yes more than Kaylee probably. Your welcome, it was fun. Well except people staring at the crazy lady who takes pics of her food :rotfl2:.

[dddisrunner]

AWESOME trip to AG!! I can't wait until my sister wants to take my niece because I am DEFINITELY going!:thumbsup2 Kaylee looked so cute in her matching dress to the doll! I love the AG stories too! Even the boys liked Kit Kittredge!:goodvibes

[MaryAz]

Yay, you are back posting. I am torn wether to show Avery the AG mini trip report. She has not seen them yet-no stores near us in Az. I was thinking of getting her one for her 5th birthday next month. I know my MIL would have a blast buying her all the stuff. ok, I will show her

[cdotla]

Sounds like a great day at American Girl! I love the Chrissa doll!

[r4blessings]

What an awesome AG report! I love all the pics and can't wait to take dd there! I was originally thinking a weekend in the spring to celebrate mothers day/my birthday....but now I'm thinking I should push it off to the summer and go early, maybe it will be less crowded?:confused3

DD got Mia for Christmas and I just ordered her Chrissa for her Easter basket. She loves the Chrissa movie and is watching it every day when she gets home from pre-k!

[anbouk]

Hi! Chimining in to say what a sweet trippie! Love the AG update! Sad to say when my daughter turned 10, :cutie: AG was over for her. I was real upset to see this as we had invested in so much of AG. Her Samantha doll is now stuffed in her closet somewhere:headache: . I tell her she should still take care of her, maybe take her to the AG hospital to have her limbs tightened :scared1: . Maybe next time we are in the city, we can do that. Enjoy this year because after 10 (double digits), they think they are too old, and kinda know more than us...:rolleyes1

[Jeanine3kids]

I love your AG pictures. We love AG, my daughter also has 6 dolls Mia,Sam,Kit,Ruthie,Julie and Chrissa. We just went to NYC a few weeks ago and Jaclyn saved up her money and got Chrissa we take the bus it is a 45 minute ride and the kids love it I don't know why LOL they won't let me drive there they want to go on the bus. I also love julie I love combing her hair. We are going back in April for DD birthday lunch my mom also loves that store and this time she wants a jly doll with the ears pierced. I LOVED YOUR PICTURES. Also have you checked out the deals about 3 days free in disney Liberty travel are having some great specials.

Jeanine

[kaysmommie]

AWESOME trip to AG!! I can't wait until my sister wants to take my niece because I am DEFINITELY going!:thumbsup2 Kaylee looked so cute in her matching dress to the doll! I love the AG stories too! Even the boys liked Kit Kittredge!:goodvibes


Diane, you should absolutely go with your DN to AGP. I like the movies too
all of them are very cute.

Yay, you are back posting. I am torn wether to show Avery the AG mini trip report. She has not seen them yet-no stores near us in Az. I was thinking of getting her one for her 5th birthday next month. I know my MIL would have a blast buying her all the stuff. ok, I will show her

Hi there! Are you back from your trip already? That went by fast! I have to hop over to your trippie to see if you posted pics yet :goodvibes. If MIL will enjoy spoiling your DD then I would buy DD one for her 5th Bday. That is a good age to start going broke on AG stuff :laughing:. You might know this already but you can order online or have a catalog sent to your house for your DD to browse through. Your little DD might like the bitty babies.

Sounds like a great day at American Girl! I love the Chrissa doll!

Thanks :goodvibes, Kaylee loves the new doll.

What an awesome AG report! I love all the pics and can't wait to take dd there! I was originally thinking a weekend in the spring to celebrate mothers day/my birthday....but now I'm thinking I should push it off to the summer and go early, maybe it will be less crowded?:confused3


DD got Mia for Christmas and I just ordered her Chrissa for her Easter basket. She loves the Chrissa movie and is watching it every day when she gets home from pre-k!

Weekends are busier of course espcially at the NYC location. If you can do a weekday when they first open that would be ideal before the crowds come in. Make sure to make your restaurant reservation at least a month before if you can. The Mia doll is one of my favorites. Wow that is a pretty nice Easter basket :thumbsup2 your DD is going to be thrilled!

Hi! Chimining in to say what a sweet trippie! Love the AG update! Sad to say when my daughter turned 10, :cutie: AG was over for her. I was real upset to see this as we had invested in so much of AG. Her Samantha doll is now stuffed in her closet somewhere:headache: . I tell her she should still take care of her, maybe take her to the AG hospital to have her limbs tightened :scared1: . Maybe next time we are in the city, we can do that. Enjoy this year because after 10 (double digits), they think they are too old, and kinda know more than us...:rolleyes1

Hi there and welcome. Thanks for reading :goodvibes. Oh no reading that makes me sad :sad2:. We have so much AG furniture, clothes, dolls, books and all the movies. AG has put a serious dent in our bank account. I hope she plays with them until at least 11 years old. Having her in dance ensemble with older girls might not be the best idea huh? I guess I might be dressing them up myself in a couple years ;). She already thinks she knows more than me :rolleyes1 so I can relate.

I love your AG pictures. We love AG, my daughter also has 6 dolls Mia,Sam,Kit,Ruthie,Julie and Chrissa. We just went to NYC a few weeks ago and Jaclyn saved up her money and got Chrissa we take the bus it is a 45 minute ride and the kids love it I don't know why LOL they won't let me drive there they want to go on the bus. I also love julie I love combing her hair. We are going back in April for DD birthday lunch my mom also loves that store and this time she wants a jly doll with the ears pierced. I LOVED YOUR PICTURES. Also have you checked out the deals about 3 days free in disney Liberty travel are having some great specials.

Jeanine

I haven't checked out those Disney deals but thanks for telling me :). It's nice that you live sort of close to NYC AGP. I would arther drive then take the bus but it is probably fun for the kids. Besides parking in NYC is so expensive too. That is good that she saved up her own money to buy Chrissa :thumbsup2. That sounds like it will be fun for your DD to go to lunch with Grandma too. Kaylee has Mia, Chrissa, JLY doll, Kailey, Emily, and Samantha. Too many though, she doesn't have enough time to play with them. She goes to school pretty long hours and then with dance and girlscouts and homework :sad2: just not enough time to do anything else. Have fun in April!

[kaysmommie]

:woohoo: I just got off the phone with Disney and booked Saratoga Springs for our first night also. Hopefully we won't have to change rooms. Unfortunately I got the snootiest :rolleyes1CM ever, thought about hanging up on her and calling back for another CM. More discounts came out today and one of them was a room only discount. When I called to find out about the deluxe (BC, Poly) they were still over $330 a night and the they only had preferred rooms at ASMu and it would be $105 with tax (saved about 15 from a standard room) Saratoga was $190 with tax for a Saturday night. The worst part is the airfare went up quite a bit and is now over $220 a ticket. I called about using my southwest credit and 12 days later they still haven't sent it to me. figures because there was a ding 2 days ago that would have made the price $170 each :headache:. I will be watching the airfare and hoping the price drops a bit. Tomorrow I will post the Epcot park plans.

[WDW Fan]

Congrats on get a room at SSR for the first night! Hope you're able to get a good airfare for the trip.:thumbsup2

[kaysmommie]

Congrats on get a room at SSR for the first night! Hope you're able to get a good airfare for the trip.:thumbsup2

Thanks :goodvibes me too. it just keeps going up. Luckily we do have two free flights but the 2 others are going to cost $220 each and the nparking for our minivan will be another $80 :headache:, so $520 total. I really don't want to drive, it was a nightmare in October with sickness and gas prices. I'm relieved gas prices went down at least.

[kaysmommie]

Epcot park Plans


Must Do's

Soarin
Test Track
Character Spot to meet characters
Imagination Pavilion, ride Figment
Spaceship Earth
Innoventions East & West
The Seas with Nemo

World Showcase
Lady bug release (if they have it this year)
Acrobats in China ( have never seen them)
Dinner at Le Cellier 4:10 PM
Pastry in France
Dis meet at 3PM in France
pictures with all the topiaries
Meet characters around World Showcase
Illuminations

Maybe if we have time
Living with the land
Miyuki the candy lady in Japan
Chair act in France
American Adventure


Not on the list this time
Movies in the other WS countries. Just not enough time and the kids might get bored.

Mission Space

If there is anything I forgot feel free to post or suggest. Sometimes my hypothyroid brain doesn't work the greatest.

[LaurenMic]

Hi Nichole!

Love the AG update! Kaylee's outfit is adorable.
My fingers are crossed for you that the airfare goes down! I think going with another SS night is a good idea.
Your Epcot plans look great, the meet sounds like fun. The Acrobats in China are amazing, we saw them for the first time on our last trip and it was very cool. :goodvibes

[leamom2princesses]

Hi Nichole! Your EPCOT plans look good to me-we have a lot of must do's in common. Last year we tried to get Josie into the Character Spot to see Mickey, Minnie, and the rest. They had just locked the doors and there were still a bunch of families inside. Explaining to a 2 year old why they can't see Mickey and others can (when you can see them standing in line) is very difficult. I think EPCOT is by far the best place to see the princesses though.

[29apr00]

glad you got the room at SSR! Good price too!!

Epcot plans look good!!

[kaysmommie]

Hi Nichole!

Love the AG update! Kaylee's outfit is adorable.
My fingers are crossed for you that the airfare goes down! I think going with another SS night is a good idea.
Your Epcot plans look great, the meet sounds like fun. The Acrobats in China are amazing, we saw them for the first time on our last trip and it was very cool. :goodvibes


Hi Lauren, Thanks :goodvibes for the above comments. So glad we are at Saratoga the whole stay. It will be much easier since we won't have our car to change resorts. Otherwise I was fine with a value or a mod for the night. I'm looking froward to the Acrobats :) every trip something comes up and I end up missing them.

Hi Nichole! Your EPCOT plans look good to me-we have a lot of must do's in common. Last year we tried to get Josie into the Character Spot to see Mickey, Minnie, and the rest. They had just locked the doors and there were still a bunch of families inside. Explaining to a 2 year old why they can't see Mickey and others can (when you can see them standing in line) is very difficult. I think EPCOT is by far the best place to see the princesses though.


Thank you. Well probably see you a lot in Epcot then hopefully ;). That stinks when they end the lines for characters because little kids get so disappointed. Epcot has short lines for Princesses usually.

glad you got the room at SSR! Good price too!!

Epcot plans look good!!

Thanks, me too :goodvibes.

[dddisrunner]

Hi Nichole! So glad you were able to get Saratoga for that first night:thumbsup2 It is nice to know you don't have to switch resorts! Your Epcot plans look great! You will have alot of fun at the DIS meet too! I think Epcot is my favorite park, it just seems so much more relaxing!:cloud9: I hope the airfare comes down for you guys!!:goodvibes

[mkluvsmickey]

Hey Nichole! Your Epcot plans look great. Not to give you any more to think about, but I've heard great reviews about the Kim Possible missions in World Showcase. We are going to try and do that when we go.

[ladybugmom]

Nichole, I'm enjoying reading your pre-trip report! I have 2 daughters--Ally (4 1/2) and Claire (17 mo.). Ally is big into dance (this is her 3rd year) and she LOVES American Girl!! We visited AGPNY over Christmas and it was absolutely incredible!!! We will be in WDW the same week as you (May 16-23)!! We're staying at the Polynesian and will be celerating our 10th anniversary! This will be the girl's 1st trip to WDW. I haven't been since I was a freshman in high school (1994) and it''s been even longer for dh. I am really enjoying the planning part of our trip and I can't wait until May!!

I'm across the state from you in Memphis, TN! I noticed you're originally from NJ--all of my family is from NJ--which part are you from?! We were just up in Cherry Hill, NJ visiting family over Christmas!!

[kaysmommie]

Hi Nichole! So glad you were able to get Saratoga for that first night:thumbsup2 It is nice to know you don't have to switch resorts! Your Epcot plans look great! You will have alot of fun at the DIS meet too! I think Epcot is my favorite park, it just seems so much more relaxing!:cloud9: I hope the airfare comes down for you guys!!:goodvibes


Me too on the airfare, it's still over $200 each. So glad we don't have to switch resorts, hopefully we won't have to switch rooms. Thinking of changing the Itinerary again, not sure yet. I forgot to add the Seas with nemo to my Epcot plans :idea: I better go back and ad it in.


Hey Nichole! Your Epcot plans look great. Not to give you any more to think about, but I've heard great reviews about the Kim Possible missions in World Showcase. We are going to try and do that when we go.


Hi Michelle. I don't think I'm going to add anymore to Epcot. I did read about the Kim Possible mission, it sounds really fun. I'm sure Kaylee would love to do it. Just not sure where I would fit it in the plans. If we were there a full week maybe. I did forget about the Seas with Nemo, so I have to add that to the list. What day are you going to Epcot??

Nichole, I'm enjoying reading your pre-trip report! I have 2 daughters--Ally (4 1/2) and Claire (17 mo.). Ally is big into dance (this is her 3rd year) and she LOVES American Girl!! We visited AGPNY over Christmas and it was absolutely incredible!!! We will be in WDW the same week as you (May 16-23)!! We're staying at the Polynesian and will be celerating our 10th anniversary! This will be the girl's 1st trip to WDW. I haven't been since I was a freshman in high school (1994) and it''s been even longer for dh. I am really enjoying the planning part of our trip and I can't wait until May!!

I'm across the state from you in Memphis, TN! I noticed you're originally from NJ--all of my family is from NJ--which part are you from?! We were just up in Cherry Hill, NJ visiting family over Christmas!!

Hi there fellow Tennessean :). We are from the Jersey Shore originally, lived in Brick before we moved here. Wow Ally is 4.5 and is in her 3rd eyar of dance! Sounds just like Kaylee she started early too. AGP in NY is the best, so fun! I bet you will love staying at the Poly for your first family trip. You will be able to roll the stroller right onot the monorail and it's so easy to take a break during the afternoon. I wish we were staying there again :cloud9:. Our dates overlap quite a bit, maybe well see you there. Oh and I love that picture with your DD and her princess dolls. Kaylee has about 5 of those and still keeps them on her bed, even though she told she is too old for Princesses :sad2: .

[MaryAz]

Hi Nichole
Thought I would let you know that my MIL ordered the Samantha AG doll for Avery's bday. Had to get her from Ebay since she is being retired and AG does not have any more. She looks like Avery and I think she will be a big hit!

[ladybugmom]

Hi there fellow Tennessean :). We are from the Jersey Shore originally, lived in Brick before we moved here. Wow Ally is 4.5 and is in her 3rd eyar of dance! Sounds just like Kaylee she started early too. AGP in NY is the best, so fun! I bet you will love staying at the Poly for your first family trip. You will be able to roll the stroller right onot the monorail and it's so easy to take a break during the afternoon. I wish we were staying there again :cloud9:. Our dates overlap quite a bit, maybe well see you there. Oh and I love that picture with your DD and her princess dolls. Kaylee has about 5 of those and still keeps them on her bed, even though she told she is too old for Princesses :sad2: .

Hi!! Yes, Ally started when she was 2 and just LOVES dance!! Maybe we will see you there!! I need to start my own pre-trip report--I just LOVE reading everyone else's!! I look forward to more updates!!

[kaysmommie]

Hi Nichole
Thought I would let you know that my MIL ordered the Samantha AG doll for Avery's bday. Had to get her from Ebay since she is being retired and AG does not have any more. She looks like Avery and I think she will be a big hit!

Avery is going to love Samantha. Do you have the movie yet because it's very cute. We had to get our Sam from Ebay too since she asked for her for Christmas.

Hi!! Yes, Ally started when she was 2 and just LOVES dance!! Maybe we will see you there!! I need to start my own pre-trip report--I just LOVE reading everyone else's!! I look forward to more updates!!

Glad to hear Ally loves it. Kaylee does too! Even after 6 years she hasn't lost interest. I thought she would want to try something else but I guess not. She is going to try out for Ensemble this year since she just turned 9 Sunday. Yes you should start a pretrip report :goodvibes let me know if you do.

[KathyRN137]

Hey Nichole!

I noticed you said you were from Brick, NJ... two of my sisters live there; I'm down in Brick a lot!!! :thumbsup2

So glad you will not have to do any resort-changing, too.


Kathy

[ladybugmom]

Glad to hear Ally loves it. Kaylee does too! Even after 6 years she hasn't lost interest. I thought she would want to try something else but I guess not. She is going to try out for Ensemble this year since she just turned 9 Sunday. Yes you should start a pretrip report :goodvibes let me know if you do.

My goal is to start one this weekend! I will let you know when I have it up and going. Also, I've read that there is a limit to how many pics you use per post. How many pics is the maximum you can use per post? TIA! Oh--and 1 more thing. I read in one of your TPs that you had customized menus made for your dinner at The Coral Reef for your anniversary. Do you know if they have this service at other restaurants (like O'hana)? I would love to do something special for my hubby since we're celebrating our 10th anniversary!!

[ladybugmom]

Ok--I started my PTR (see siggy)!! I stayed up WAY too late doing it--will update more tomorrow!! Check it out! :cheer2:

[kaysmommie]

My goal is to start one this weekend! I will let you know when I have it up and going. Also, I've read that there is a limit to how many pics you use per post. How many pics is the maximum you can use per post? TIA! Oh--and 1 more thing. I read in one of your TPs that you had customized menus made for your dinner at The Coral Reef for your anniversary. Do you know if they have this service at other restaurants (like O'hana)? I would love to do something special for my hubby since we're celebrating our 10th anniversary!!

Ok--I started my PTR (see siggy)!! I stayed up WAY too late doing it--will update more tomorrow!! Check it out! :cheer2:

The limit is 25 images and that includes the smiley's too. I use them alot since it's hard to know what someone is feeling just by reading their words. The only restaurant that has the menu's is Coral reef, though they did away with having the divers :sad2:. You can always order a cake or something special delivered to your room at Poly. I think they also have chocolate covered strawberries and things like that. You should check out the cake thread on the restaurant board. Make sure they give you Anniversary buttons for you and your hubby to wear when you check in :). Thanks for the link.

[3princesses+aprince]

Your epcot plans look great, This weekend me and the kids are going to sit down and write up plans. I tried to rearrange my schedule for the epcot dismeet, but when i change it around, i'm not happy with the other days. Plus the 17 is when I planned to be in MK, for night time emh. Oh i just don't know, when I see others writing about it, I start to think about trying to change my days around again.

[kaysmommie]

Hollywood Studios

I just spent 40 minutes posting this to have the website tell it has timed out :confused3 :mad: . So starting over. here are our hS plans. I made a must do and a maybe if we have time list. Suggestions are always since we know I :rolleyes1can be so forgetful sometimes. This park is always hard to plan because of all the shows, makes it hard to fit everything in.

Must See's

Toy Story Mania
Jedi Training (hoping Thomas gets picked, he is shy though so never gets chosen for anything)
Star Tours
Rock N Roller Coaster
Animation Class
High School Musical 3 stage show
Light Motor Action ( Thomas asked to see it again)
Meet characters- Mickey, Cars, Buzz & Woody, Power Rangers, maybe Bolt characters if they are still there.
HISTK Playground (on the kids list)
Lunch at Sci Fi Dine Inn
One Man's Dream
Maybe List

Indiana Jones Stunt Show
Block Party Bash (not sure where the heck to sit though :rolleyes1)
Voyage of the Little Mermaid
Great Movie ride

Meet Monsters Inc

Muppet 3 D
The No List

Playhouse Disney ( first trip it's not on the list)
Backlot Tour
Sounds Dangerous

[KathyRN137]

This park is always hard to plan because of all the shows, makes it hard to fit everything in.





I agree, its very hard to plan. ::yes:: I need 1 1/2 days here at the very least to catch all the shows we want!

And now, with TSM added to the mix.... definitely a 2 day park!

We need longer trips, that's all! :laughing:


Kathy

[kaysmommie]

Your epcot plans look great, This weekend me and the kids are going to sit down and write up plans. I tried to rearrange my schedule for the epcot dismeet, but when i change it around, i'm not happy with the other days. Plus the 17 is when I planned to be in MK, for night time emh. Oh i just don't know, when I see others writing about it, I start to think about trying to change my days around again.

Thanks. I had the same problem :goodvibes. I liked my first itinerary better since it was good for touring and a bit more slow paced too. But I really wanted to go to the meet so I switched 2 ADR's around and half of my park plans. I'm not a big fan of crowds so this is hard for me. You have to what is best for your family & schedule first. Though I'm sure they would love to have you join the Dis meet.

[kaysmommie]

I agree, its very hard to plan. ::yes:: I need 1 1/2 days here at the very least to catch all the shows we want!

And now, with TSM added to the mix.... definitely a 2 day park!

We need longer trips, that's all! :laughing:


Kathy

I agree you do need 1.5 days at this park at least. Unfortunately this is a shorter trip for us. We usually stay 8 nights and this trip is only 6 :sad2: because Kaylee has Dress rehearsals for her recital and Tom has to get back to work. Don't you think 10 night would be perfect?

[dddisrunner]

I think your list looks GREAT Nichole! We are definitely hitting HISTK playground this year too! We have never been and I think it would be the perfect spot too cool off and relax for a bit! LMA is a great show in the cooler weather! We will definitely skip it this year...cannot picture sitting there in this heat!! I would skip the Great Movie Ride...it is a nice place to cool off but always seems the line is SOOOOO long and then the ride is boring for kids unless you are right up front with the gangster and your kiddos aren't scared! I agree about Block Party Bash...NO CLUE where to sit! Just my 2 cents!:rotfl: :goodvibes

[kaysmommie]

I think your list looks GREAT Nichole! We are definitely hitting HISTK playground this year too! We have never been and I think it would be the perfect spot too cool off and relax for a bit! LMA is a great show in the cooler weather! We will definitely skip it this year...cannot picture sitting there in this heat!! I would skip the Great Movie Ride...it is a nice place to cool off but always seems the line is SOOOOO long and then the ride is boring for kids unless you are right up front with the gangster and your kiddos aren't scared! I agree about Block Party Bash...NO CLUE where to sit! Just my 2 cents!:rotfl: :goodvibes

The boys will love HISTKS playground. I think it's really cool! Have you seen Indiana Jones Stunt show before? Maybe we should skip LMA and see that instead. Wonder if it's less hot than LMA?? Tom likes GMR :rolleyes1 and we have skipped it every year since 2003. Not a must do though by any means. I'm sure my kids will be rgumpy and want to swim instead of seeing Block Party. Happens every trip, by noon they start the complaining.

[OneTreeHillAddict]

I just realized I completely forgot to go into the drawing class! We didn't even go in and meet the characters! DUH! WTH? :confused3 Boy do I feel stupid! :headache:

Your plan sounds pretty good. American Idol feels really fast! Go early. I was there during a really slow time and every show we would get near they'd be turning people away! For Block Party we were down by Sounds Dangerous....that was the Toy Story section. At the end all of the floats made their way down to go into the back. I skipped it this past time.

[kaysmommie]

I just realized I completely forgot to go into the drawing class! We didn't even go in and meet the characters! DUH! WTH? :confused3 Boy do I feel stupid! :headache:

Your plan sounds pretty good. American Idol feels really fast! Go early. I was there during a really slow time and every show we would get near they'd be turning people away! For Block Party we were down by Sounds Dangerous....that was the Toy Story section. At the end all of the floats made their way down to go into the back. I skipped it this past time.

Hi Tammy,
Thanks for the tips on American Idol. See I did forget all about it :laughing:. If were going to see it I guess it better be early then. So what did you think of it? Also who do you like on AI?? Toy Story section would be great! Thomas also loves Bugs Life so I might have to go do some research, would be great to see both!

[kaysmommie]

:headache: Finally a "Ding" comes through for our departure day but only goes to to May 20 for the return dates. Unfortunately I need May 22nd. So I decide i'm just going to book because the flight might no get much better since that Friday starts Memorial day weekend. What do you think?? I have to make a decision this afternoon or wait fro hopefully another DIng. Get this I asked Tommy what he thought and he said we should just drive. :scared1: :eek: :scared1:

[KathyRN137]

:headache: Get this I asked Tommy what he thought and he said we should just drive. :scared1: :eek: :scared1:



We drove from Jersey last year! I was :scared1: too, but it wasn't as bad as I thought.

Kathy

[3princesses+aprince]

:headache: Finally a "Ding" comes through for our departure day but only goes to to May 20 for the return dates. Unfortunately I need May 22nd. So I decide i'm just going to book because the flight might no get much better since that Friday starts Memorial day weekend. What do you think?? I have to make a decision this afternoon or wait fro hopefully another DIng. Get this I asked Tommy what he thought and he said we should just drive. :scared1: :eek: :scared1:

I wanted to drive this year (mapquest puts it at 19 hours), but when my mom decided to come with us, we decided to fly. But I really wanted to drive, so if it's something you would consider......Do it.

But if not, I would book that one way ding if I were you! If you have to pay alot to come home, at least you saved money on the way there. I don't like taking chances and waiting....although some do and better deals come. I'm the "better safe than sorry" person.:upsidedow

[mom2mek]

I'm all caught up Nichole! Great looking plans for the Studios. You mean you don't want to see the rivoting Backlot Tour? :lmao::rotfl2::lmao: Man...that thing used to be fun! :sad2:

Our spot for Block Party was ok, but I think by the end of May, the heat would be too much in that spot. Perhaps somewhere on the main drag - that way you can see the first "set" of the Block Party and move on to something else. The other sections of the parade route don't get to see anything until much, much later, but you still have to get your spot since everyone thinks that it will start and get to them in a matter of minutes. You could be waiting a while, or in a bad seat. I would try for Hollywood Blvd (is that the main drag, or is it Sunset? Oops...don't know my way around DHS well enough to know that! :eek:)

Sara

[kaysmommie]

We drove from Jersey last year! I was :scared1: too, but it wasn't as bad as I thought.

Kathy

Wow you really superwoman :laughing: that is a long drive. Took us 22 hours from NJ when I was 6 on my first trip. It takes 10 from here so I shouldn't complain. But we do have 2 free flight from Nashville (3 hours drive) guess Tom thinks we might as well save $200 and drive the 7 extra hours. We might use those tickets to go to Miami in the fall for our Anniverary.

I wanted to drive this year (mapquest puts it at 19 hours), but when my mom decided to come with us, we decided to fly. But I really wanted to drive, so if it's something you would consider......Do it.

But if not, I would book that one way ding if I were you! If you have to pay alot to come home, at least you saved money on the way there. I don't like taking chances and waiting....although some do and better deals come. I'm the "better safe than sorry" person.:upsidedow

I'm the safe way better safe than sorry, plus I want to try out magical Express :laughing:. That is crazy for me because I don't let anyone handle my luggage but me.

I'm all caught up Nichole! Great looking plans for the Studios. You mean you don't want to see the rivoting Backlot Tour? :lmao::rotfl2::lmao: Man...that thing used to be fun! :sad2:

Our spot for Block Party was ok, but I think by the end of May, the heat would be too much in that spot. Perhaps somewhere on the main drag - that way you can see the first "set" of the Block Party and move on to something else. The other sections of the parade route don't get to see anything until much, much later, but you still have to get your spot since everyone thinks that it will start and get to them in a matter of minutes. You could be waiting a while, or in a bad seat. I would try for Hollywood Blvd (is that the main drag, or is it Sunset? Oops...don't know my way around DHS well enough to know that! :eek:)

Sara

Hi Sara,
That is exactly why I'm skipping Backlot tour :lmao:too many others things to do. You know the kids would rather be in the pool anyway ;). Yes it's going to be hot in May :scared:. I think the main drag is Hollywood :confused3and Sunset is where the TOT and RNRC is. Hopefully wherever we sit it is shady. Planning is making me crazy today. I just want to be all done and not see the plans gain until we leave. So how is your trip coming along??

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Hi Tammy,
Thanks for the tips on American Idol. See I did forget all about it :laughing:. If were going to see it I guess it better be early then. So what did you think of it? Also who do you like on AI?? Toy Story section would be great! Thomas also loves Bugs Life so I might have to go do some research, would be great to see both!

I didn't go inside to watch. Ashley and Chimere tried twice and both times were turned away. I saw a little piece of it on the screen outside while Sidney grabbed a cheese filled pretzel. The judges were so mean. It was funny. I think I might check it out next time. This past time we went to DHS twice. Once we were w/ Joy and Jess and the kids wanted to ride rides...the second time we had a passholder thing to do. That was really cool. I can't wait to show ya'll that in the TR!

As for the show on TV...I have not watched in years. I think the last year we actually watched was when Fantasia won. It's been a long time.

[kaysmommie]

I didn't go inside to watch. Ashley and Chimere tried twice and both times were turned away. I saw a little piece of it on the screen outside while Sidney grabbed a cheese filled pretzel. The judges were so mean. It was funny. I think I might check it out next time. This past time we went to DHS twice. Once we were w/ Joy and Jess and the kids wanted to ride rides...the second time we had a passholder thing to do. That was really cool. I can't wait to show ya'll that in the TR!

As for the show on TV...I have not watched in years. I think the last year we actually watched was when Fantasia won. It's been a long time.


I think well put American Idol on the maybe list. Looking forward to hearing about your trip ;). We have watched AI the last three years since it's a show the whole family can watch. I actually never saw the season with Fantasia, I saw the first season with kelly and then didn't watch for a long time.

[my2disneyboys]

Hi! We have the same name (I spell mine Nicole though) so I thought I would check out your report! Your plans sound great.

[kaysmommie]

Hi! We have the same name (I spell mine Nicole though) so I thought I would check out your report! Your plans sound great.

Hi Nicole and :welcome:to my trip report. I have to come over and chekc out your plans since your trip is sooner.

[kaysmommie]

Just wanted to update that I bit the bullet on the kids airfare and just booked our flights. Total was $409 which isn't great but at least it's booked now. I really didn't want to drive, much easier to drive to Nashville (3 hours) and park there. So this will be our first time ever on Magical Express, a bit scary letting someone else handle the luggage :eek: hope it get there with no problems. When we flew from NJ they only had Mears back then which I hated. If I had to deal with them again I would just book a town car instead. A bit worried to be at SSR without my minivan there. With the buses sometimes it's easier and faster to just drive to get dinners and stuff like that. Hoping it all goes well though as I hate wasting valuable time at Disney. Also my packing will have to be lighter than usual, I guess well be doing laundry. Wow I need to stop complaining and just be happy to cross something else off the list :goodvibes.

[ladybugmom]

Just wanted to update that I bit the bullet on the kids airfare and just booked it. Total was $409 which isn't great but at least it's booked now. I really didn't want to drive, much easier to drive to Nashville (3 hours) and park there. So this will be our first time ever on Magical Express, a bit scary letting someone else handle the luggage :eek: hope it get there with no problems. When we flew from NJ they only had Mears back then which I hated. If I had to deal with them again I would just book a town car instead. A bit worried to be at SSR without my minivan there. With the buses sometimes it's easier and faster to just drive to get dinners and stuff like that. Hoping it all goes well though as I hate wasting valuable time at Disney. Also my packing will have to be lighter than usual, I guess well be doing laundry. Wow I need to stop complaining and just be happy to cross something else off the list :goodvibes.

Your price for airfare is not that bad!! Ours was over $1,000 for 3 people! Uggh!! 3 days after we booked our flights we got a code in the mail for $150 tickets and they wouldn't let us use it. It would have saved us TONS!! I was a bit irrate! :mad:

[kaysmommie]

Your price for airfare is not that bad!! Ours was over $1,000 for 3 people! Uggh!! 3 days after we booked our flights we got a code in the mail for $150 tickets and they wouldn't let us use it. It would have saved us TONS!! I was a bit irrate! :mad:

That stinks! What airline is it?

[MaryAz]

I think you did the right thing booking the airfare. Ours went down in price after I booked it-oh well. We are also doing ME-I am a little anxious about the luggage as well. I am packing extra clothes just in case. Yay,something else to cross off the list!

[29apr00]

glad you finally booked the airfare! Now just don't go back and look again! :rotfl:

[leamom2princesses]

Glad you booked your airfare. I haven't crossed that one off of my list yet. I know which flights I want but I'm going to wait another week or so and then book. I got a little nervous when both legs of the flight went up $20 last week. :scared1:

[ladybugmom]

That stinks! What airline is it?

Northwest. Brent travels a lot with his job so he has miles with them.

[dddisrunner]

It must feel so good to finally have that booked!:thumbsup2 You will be fine with magical Express...we LOVE it! If you are really worried though you can grab your own luggage and not have them get it for you!:thumbsup2

[kaysmommie]

I think you did the right thing booking the airfare. Ours went down in price after I booked it-oh well. We are also doing ME-I am a little anxious about the luggage as well. I am packing extra clothes just in case. Yay,something else to cross off the list!

The price always goes down after we book I guess. I know it will but I didn't want to chance it :goodvibes.. I'm definitely going to pack our bathing suits and some of the essentials we need right away in our carry on. The worst part is the contact solutions and stuff like that. Thinking of getting Lasik but I don't think I will be getting it done before the trip. Tempting though as I'll have so much less to pack. Crossing things off the list is the best isn't it?


glad you finally booked the airfare! Now just don't go back and look again! :rotfl:

:laughing: I will try not to.

Glad you booked your airfare. I haven't crossed that one off of my list yet. I know which flights I want but I'm going to wait another week or so and then book. I got a little nervous when both legs of the flight went up $20 last week. :scared1:
I saw that too, I was like of no it went up :eek:. But I bet a ding for both flights will come through in the next week. We are booked on the 11:45 so well just leave her at 7AM. Good luck with your airfare :goodvibes.

Northwest. Brent travels a lot with his job so he has miles with them.

If the miles help then that is a plus. The price always goes down after we book :goodvibes doesn't it?

It must feel so good to finally have that booked!:thumbsup2 You will be fine with magical Express...we LOVE it! If you are really worried though you can grab your own luggage and not have them get it for you!:thumbsup2

Yes thrilled to have it down but having cold feet. I love having my car there from I get sick of the buses and to go to dinner's at the resorts and stuff. Also I can pack a ton when we drive :rolleyes:, love bringing snacks and drinks for the room. Thanks for the ME advice. I'll have to think about that one. I told Tommy he wouldn't have to lug the bags to the room at least like we did at CBR :laughing:. Maybe I'll just have Magical Express get them and hop they magically appear in our room within a reasonable amount of time. How long does it usually take to get your luggage??

[kaysmommie]

Well I have another decision to make. Trying to decide on the cake on Thomas' Birthday dinner. Lukcily I have plenty of time to think this one over since I'll probably just order a week before. We are going to have hiss Birthday party two days after we get back. Pretty sure the theme will be Wall E and we will just have a Barb B Q/ pool party since it's Mememorial day weekend. We are having dinner at Chef Mickeys :eek: again. I thought Garden Grill but my kids love CM the best. Hopefully there are no issues this time. I have narrowed it down to 2-3 cakes I think ;). I would love to have one delivered to the room but SSR doesn't do that since it's more like a condo resort.

First the Pirate cake. It's very small and the kids can finish so we don't have to lug it around after dinner. We may go back to MK or Epcot after dinner.
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Then there is the Mickey cake which is my favorite and also Thomas' favorite Disney character. But we would have to lug it around and probably wouldn't finish it since we only have 1 more day until we go home. If I could get it delivered to our room then I would choose this cake.

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Thomas asked about a Star Wars cake, but not sure if they would be able to make him one or not. This one is huge so defintely not this size, but would be perfect for home

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[mkluvsmickey]

Hey Nichole! So glad you got the airfare taken care of - one less thing to worry about!

We saw American Idol in February and really enjoyed it - maybe you can fit it in!

Love the pirate cake - it is so unique!

[3princesses+aprince]

Yay for getting airfare booked. I know while I was waiting for deals to book mine, I was a nervous wreck. Luckily a great deal came through within the week of being ready to book. I was driving myself, my family and everyone at work CRAZY. My coworkers were all checking different websites. They were thinking, "lets all pitch in and get this girl her airfare so we can move on"...:goodvibes

I second the Pirate cake, very cool!!

[mom2mek]

As much as I really love that Mickey cake, I vote for the pirate cake.

Reason being, having that big cake for Katie's birthday in October ended up not really being necessary, and she would have been just fine had they had these smaller celebration cakes back in October. In fact, she would have been just fine with the free cupcake they would have brought out had I not ordered a custom cake. Don't get me wrong...I loved her cake, but we were at a buffet like you will be, and most of the cake ended up getting thrown away. We had two more days after her birthday to eat it, and we still never did.

THe pirate cake might be little, but it's adorable....and it's in a treasure chest with a cute pirate mickey inside! pirate: I love it!! :cheer2:

Sara

[29apr00]

I'd go for the mickey head and see if you could pick it up at Boardwalk Bakery sometime during the week so you'd be able to eat it all week! :thumbsup2

[OneTreeHillAddict]

I like the Mickey head cake best! Looks so yummy! I thought if you ordered early enough they could custmize your cake to about any size? Ask for a little tiny cake. Another option might be a chocolate Mickey? Ya know the little girls love the slippers and castles....they make boy stuff too. I think Mickey can be ordered with chocolate covered strawberries too. Great. Now I'm hungry. :rotfl2:

[kaysmommie]

Hey Nichole! So glad you got the airfare taken care of - one less thing to worry about!

We saw American Idol in February and really enjoyed it - maybe you can fit it in!

Love the pirate cake - it is so unique!

Hi Michelle,
Kaylee will probably want to see AI :goodvibes. I'm leaning towards the Pirate cake. It's small and it's just for the celebration year. Also I won't have to luge it around after dinner ;). Since we are having a big cake home it makes the most sense.

Yay for getting airfare booked. I know while I was waiting for deals to book mine, I was a nervous wreck. Luckily a great deal came through within the week of being ready to book. I was driving myself, my family and everyone at work CRAZY. My coworkers were all checking different websites. They were thinking, "lets all pitch in and get this girl her airfare so we can move on"...:goodvibes

I second the Pirate cake, very cool!!

I make myself crazy too :laughing:. I almost gave in to driving, though it does have it's good points too. leaning towards the Pirate cake, though i still have over a month to think it over.

As much as I really love that Mickey cake, I vote for the pirate cake.

Reason being, having that big cake for Katie's birthday in October ended up not really being necessary, and she would have been just fine had they had these smaller celebration cakes back in October. In fact, she would have been just fine with the free cupcake they would have brought out had I not ordered a custom cake. Don't get me wrong...I loved her cake, but we were at a buffet like you will be, and most of the cake ended up getting thrown away. We had two more days after her birthday to eat it, and we still never did.

THe pirate cake might be little, but it's adorable....and it's in a treasure chest with a cute pirate mickey inside! pirate: I love it!! :cheer2:

Sara

Those are the reasons I'm thinking the Pirate cake will be best. Well have a big cake at home anyway. It's sort of like and overpriced cupcake :laughing: and the kids will able to finish it themselves. Last year we ended up throwing most of Kaylee's cake out. When you told me about Katie's cake that pretty much reminded me what a waste it was. Mind is pretty much made up at this point.


I'd go for the mickey head and see if you could pick it up at Boardwalk Bakery sometime during the week so you'd be able to eat it all week! :thumbsup2

I thought of that too. But that will be hassle trying to get over to the BW.
I have heard they make excellent cakes though :goodvibes.

I like the Mickey head cake best! Looks so yummy! I thought if you ordered early enough they could custmize your cake to about any size? Ask for a little tiny cake. Another option might be a chocolate Mickey? Ya know the little girls love the slippers and castles....they make boy stuff too. I think Mickey can be ordered with chocolate covered strawberries too. Great. Now I'm hungry. :rotfl2:

I called the cake hot line a little bit ago to find out :thumbsup2. The tiny cakes can't be customized :sad2:. You can either get a basic all chocolate or all vanilla with simple writing and that is it. Or you can order a cake from the podium at the restaurant, yuck. I have read it's like a twinkie with cool whip. Last year I ordered the 8 inch cake for Kaylee and they could at least put and image on it but still had to be all Chocolate or all Vanilla. It was $35 so for $10 I can get the Mickey cake, it is too cute!. But then we have to lug it around or give it away like we did last year. The pirate cake is like $20 I think. They have so much more for girls. Next time we eat at the castle or GF definitely ordering Kaylee on of those slippers :goodvibes.

[bouncycat]

Hey!! Just found your TR, and wanted to say :wave: We'll be there in May for a quick trip too, but it sounds like with my plan and yours, we won't run into each other...Is your DS's birthday May 20th? My ds's is May 19th, and DH's is May 18th, we arrive on the 18th, and are only going to MK. I got a pretrippie on here somewhere! It was fun reading about the AG trip, sounds like SOOO much fun, makes me wish I had a little girl to do that with. Boys are fun, just different. I've been looking at cakes today too, and it's been very educational! I'm torn on what I want. I like the pirate chest, I'll have to check on that one for DS. I like the idea of the SW cake too, but not sure if disney can do it. Ah well, half the fun is the planning, right? I can't wait to see what else you have in store, and I'm very sorry to be missing the DISmeet, we get there the day after :headache: Anyways, have fun, and if you need any help planning the parks, let me know, I can help with the parks, not the resorts! This is our first time staying at a resort!!:woohoo:

[ladybugmom]

I think the pirate cake is adorable and just the right size!!

[kaysmommie]

Hey!! Just found your TR, and wanted to say :wave: We'll be there in May for a quick trip too, but it sounds like with my plan and yours, we won't run into each other...Is your DS's birthday May 20th? My ds's is May 19th, and DH's is May 18th, we arrive on the 18th, and are only going to MK. I got a pretrippie on here somewhere! It was fun reading about the AG trip, sounds like SOOO much fun, makes me wish I had a little girl to do that with. Boys are fun, just different. I've been looking at cakes today too, and it's been very educational! I'm torn on what I want. I like the pirate chest, I'll have to check on that one for DS. I like the idea of the SW cake too, but not sure if disney can do it. Ah well, half the fun is the planning, right? I can't wait to see what else you have in store, and I'm very sorry to be missing the DISmeet, we get there the day after :headache: Anyways, have fun, and if you need any help planning the parks, let me know, I can help with the parks, not the resorts! This is our first time staying at a resort!!:woohoo:

Hi there! Thanks for reading. Yes boys are fun too. It's nice to have one of each :goodvibes. Leaning towards the Pirate cake, though the Mickey looks great too. Sorry you are missing the meet. Are you going to MK on the 18th? We might go over for Spectromagic at least. I'll have to check out your pretrip and see what you have planned :) with two birthdays!

[kaysmommie]

I think the pirate cake is adorable and just the right size!!

I think so too :goodvibes. Besides they will have other desserts at Chef Mickey's for Tom and I. I think Thomas will like any cake I pick. He will be surprised but probably will hide if anyone sings Happy Birthday to him :rolleyes1, he is very shy.

[OneTreeHillAddict]

I called the cake hot line a little bit ago to find out :thumbsup2. The tiny cakes can't be customized :sad2:. You can either get a basic all chocolate or all vanilla with simple writing and that is it. Or you can order a cake from the podium at the restaurant, yuck. I have read it's like a twinkie with cool whip. Last year I ordered the 8 inch cake for Kaylee and they could at least put and image on it but still had to be all Chocolate or all Vanilla. It was $35 so for $10 I can get the Mickey cake, it is too cute!. But then we have to lug it around or give it away like we did last year. The pirate cake is like $20 I think. They have so much more for girls. Next time we eat at the castle or GF definitely ordering Kaylee on of those slippers :goodvibes.

Did you ask about the chocolate Mickey? I love the Mickey cake though....don't know that'd I'd pay that much for it if I couldn't eat it though. How much would a plain little cake be with the chocolate statue of Mickey on top? If the Pirate one is $20 and you insist on cake I'd do that one. It's cute and he could eat most of it. Disney makes some gorgeous cakes! It'd be sweet to win a cake and get it done however you wanted, wouldn't it? I gave my oldest the option one time...cake or extra gift. He chose Lego's. LOL :rotfl2:

[bouncycat]

That's funny!! My little guy has "selective shyness" LOL We're actually doing the MK on the 19th, arriving on the 18th, staying at ASmu with my dad and stepmom. Should be fun! Our first time staying on site, AND using the ddp, I hope it goes good!! :)

[bouncycat]

Did you ask about the chocolate Mickey? I love the Mickey cake though....don't know that'd I'd pay that much for it if I couldn't eat it though. How much would a plain little cake be with the chocolate statue of Mickey on top? If the Pirate one is $20 and you insist on cake I'd do that one. It's cute and he could eat most of it. Disney makes some gorgeous cakes! It'd be sweet to win a cake and get it done however you wanted, wouldn't it? I gave my oldest the option one time...cake or extra gift. He chose Lego's. LOL :rotfl2:

My little guy would probably choose lego's too!! I swear those things multiply overnight!!

I bumped up my May PTR for ya, just so you know. I also think I've decided on a cake...it's in there!

[dddisrunner]

My choice is the Pirate Cake for all the reasons everyone already said! I thought it was soooooooo cute! Might get one for the boys too!!:rolleyes1

[kaysmommie]

Did you ask about the chocolate Mickey? I love the Mickey cake though....don't know that'd I'd pay that much for it if I couldn't eat it though. How much would a plain little cake be with the chocolate statue of Mickey on top? If the Pirate one is $20 and you insist on cake I'd do that one. It's cute and he could eat most of it. Disney makes some gorgeous cakes! It'd be sweet to win a cake and get it done however you wanted, wouldn't it? I gave my oldest the option one time...cake or extra gift. He chose Lego's. LOL :rotfl2:

I'm not sure how much extra the chocolate Mickey is, I forgot to ask. Last year they were like $20. That would be cute though, good thinking ;). Have you checked out the cake thread? there are some awesome cakes on there. I don't blame your DS for choosing Lego's, I would too.


That's funny!! My little guy has "selective shyness" LOL We're actually doing the MK on the 19th, arriving on the 18th, staying at ASmu with my dad and stepmom. Should be fun! Our first time staying on site, AND using the ddp, I hope it goes good!! :)

My little guy would probably choose lego's too!! I swear those things multiply overnight!!

I bumped up my May PTR for ya, just so you know. I also think I've decided on a cake...it's in there!


Great! I get it you :confused3 have two seperate trip reports. I have to go see what you picked. Lego's are so messy and the vacuum is tired of them too. I bet you will love staying in Disney and using the DDP. We thought about ASMu for our first night but changing resorts is not worth the hassle. SO now we are at SSR the first night too.


My choice is the Pirate Cake for all the reasons everyone already said! I thought it was soooooooo cute! Might get one for the boys too!!:rolleyes1

It is cute. Do you think I should get Kaylee one too (girls version)?? What would you do? I mean i'ts not her Birthday but I don't want to feel bad if like a million other tables get them for every kid :idea:. I can see why you would order them for the boys, always something to celebrate. How about your first DVC trip! I'm so squimish about going back to CM after last time :sick: but then again I didn't actually see what my friend saw. I have doubts about her honesty :rolleyes:.

[bouncycat]

Yep, 2 trips, one in May for DH and DS's birthdays, and a longer one in September for my real mom's birthday. My sister is helping with the Sept trip, and driving me CRAZY!!! Did you see the nemo cake someone just posted on the cake thread? I want that one for my mom!!! :)

[MaryAz]

That pirate cake is sooo cute-gets my vote!!

[OneTreeHillAddict]

I looked at a cale thread a while back. It had some really neat stuff on it. SO many times I say I'm gonna check out that Boardwalk Bakery and I never do. Maybe in August. I am making a Spoodles ressie if it's still open then.

March 2009 Birthday/Anniversary Trip Report in progress ~ http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2044727

[cdotla]

Yay Nichole - the countdown is on! May will be here before you know it!

And here is another vote for the Pirate cake. We all know the Mickey cake will be here for years to come, but maybe the Pirate celebration cake will only be here this year for the celebration theme. I haven't seen it before, but then again, I don't spend a lot of time on the cake thread either.

In any event, coming from someone who spent major money on a large custom cake at Park Fare, and spent a week after that trying to eat it at nite without success before having to throw it out, I agree that less is more!

[kaysmommie]

Yep, 2 trips, one in May for DH and DS's birthdays, and a longer one in September for my real mom's birthday. My sister is helping with the Sept trip, and driving me CRAZY!!! Did you see the nemo cake someone just posted on the cake thread? I want that one for my mom!!! :)

I haven't seen the Nemo cake. I have to check it out.

That pirate cake is sooo cute-gets my vote!!

Thanks, my mind is made up with the Pirate cake. Even though Mickey is Thomas' most favorite in the entire world. He told today how he can't wait to see him and eat dinner at Chef Mickey's and have Mickey Ravioli's :laughing:

I looked at a cale thread a while back. It had some really neat stuff on it. SO many times I say I'm gonna check out that Boardwalk Bakery and I never do. Maybe in August. I am making a Spoodles ressie if it's still open then.






I always say we need to go over and spend time at the BW but we never do either :sad2:. I have been over there but didn't go in the bakery.

Yay Nichole - the countdown is on! May will be here before you know it!

And here is another vote for the Pirate cake. We all know the Mickey cake will be here for years to come, but maybe the Pirate celebration cake will only be here this year for the celebration theme. I haven't seen it before, but then again, I don't spend a lot of time on the cake thread either.

In any event, coming from someone who spent major money on a large custom cake at Park Fare, and spent a week after that trying to eat it at nite without success before having to throw it out, I agree that less is more!

Hi there :),
Thanks we cannot wait! I agree the large cake will be a waste as many of you have said. Going with the Pirate cake.

[kaysmommie]

Never mind, I looked at Chef De France menu and think I will stick with Hoop Dee Doo. I was waffling on that choice though. Also thinking of taking and earlier flight into Orlando but then we have to leave our house at 4 AM.

[leamom2princesses]

[COLOR=DarkGreen][SIZE=3]Never mind, I looked at Chef De France menu and think I will stick with Hoop Dee Doo. I was waffling on that choice though. Also thinking of taking and earlier flight into Orlando but then we have to leave our house at 4 AM.

We took the 6:30 am flight last year from BNA which meant leaving the house at 3:30am. It wasn't too bad. We still managed to stay up until 11pm. The kids went to sleep while we drove to the airport and then fell asleep again on the plane. The trip was quite peaceful. If I could get over my plane anxiety we all would have had a nice flight....

[bouncycat]

OMG, I've been oogling over menus too!! All the "what if's" and such, it's driving me bonkers!! I wish it would be time to pack already, I need something else to make me bonkers!! LOL

We did have a nice scare in the neighborhood today...I work at a bank, and there was an attempted robbery at the McDonalds next door!! :scared1: Now why the heck would someone try to rob a drive thru, when there's a bank right there? Doesn't make sense, but hey, I'm grateful. I was coming back from the house from lunch, and I couldn't get here from the back way, cops all over the place, automatic rifles drawn, dogs sniffing dumpsters and stuff...it was crazy!! I called the bank to make sure it wasn't my girls, and luckily, it wasn't! WHEW!! Talk about a DUMB robber tho!!! Didn't get anything, the lady closed the door on him and started screaming! Some people, I swear! But hey, we watched really cute cops most of the afternoon thru our drive thru window at McD's!!! :rolleyes1

[kaysmommie]

We took the 6:30 am flight last year from BNA which meant leaving the house at 3:30am. It wasn't too bad. We still managed to stay up until 11pm. The kids went to sleep while we drove to the airport and then fell asleep again on the plane. The trip was quite peaceful. If I could get over my plane anxiety we all would have had a nice flight....


I hear you on the plane anxiety. I'll keep you posted if we end up on the same flight. I'm waiting to see though since we have to do online check in the day before and we have two sets of reservation numbers. Thomas has and end of the year program at preschool and I need to se what time that will be at. With my luck it will be between 11 and noon when I need to check in for my boarding pass. If it is then I have to try for the 8:35 flight. I'll know in a few days.


OMG, I've been oogling over menus too!! All the "what if's" and such, it's driving me bonkers!! I wish it would be time to pack already, I need something else to make me bonkers!! LOL

We did have a nice scare in the neighborhood today...I work at a bank, and there was an attempted robbery at the McDonalds next door!! :scared1: Now why the heck would someone try to rob a drive thru, when there's a bank right there? Doesn't make sense, but hey, I'm grateful. I was coming back from the house from lunch, and I couldn't get here from the back way, cops all over the place, automatic rifles drawn, dogs sniffing dumpsters and stuff...it was crazy!! I called the bank to make sure it wasn't my girls, and luckily, it wasn't! WHEW!! Talk about a DUMB robber tho!!! Didn't get anything, the lady closed the door on him and started screaming! Some people, I swear! But hey, we watched really cute cops most of the afternoon thru our drive thru window at McD's!!! :rolleyes1

OMG :scared1:. Well at least they didn't try to rob the bank you work at. Most robbers are kind of dumb :rolleyes1 Did they catch the guy? Seems like everytime i watch the news a bank is being robbed and the yseem to always get away with it. This would never happen up north, they would have that person in custody in minutes. Sometimes I have seen on the news the same robber robbing a bunch of banks in the same area on the same day. WTH Knoxille cops must be slow. I forget what name thaey called that one last year :idea: was it the black bandit or something like that. he even had the black stocking pulled over his face :crazy2:. Anyway I agree can't wait to pack so I can focus my on something else instead rethinking the itinerary times over.

[bouncycat]

I'm not sure they ever caught the guy. We do have a magnetic door, and can be selective on who we let in, so I'm sure we'll be on our guard today. I got my "to be packed" list going, DH thinks I'm totally nuts. He keeps saying that he doesn't know what shorts he's gonna wanna wear...or shirt, he even told me he didn't know what underwear he wanted to wear this far out!! :lmao: SO, mental note, can't count on him for AT LEAST another month!! :sad2: DSM is busy with her 25th anniversary plans, and my brother's surprise birthday party to worry about disney yet...so can't count on her for at least another month!!! :sad2: See my trend?? Which is why I'm going bonkers. I have NO OUTLET for this!!! Is it May yet??? :laughing:

[kaysmommie]

I'm not sure they ever caught the guy. We do have a magnetic door, and can be selective on who we let in, so I'm sure we'll be on our guard today. I got my "to be packed" list going, DH thinks I'm totally nuts. He keeps saying that he doesn't know what shorts he's gonna wanna wear...or shirt, he even told me he didn't know what underwear he wanted to wear this far out!! :lmao: SO, mental note, can't count on him for AT LEAST another month!! :sad2: DSM is busy with her 25th anniversary plans, and my brother's surprise birthday party to worry about disney yet...so can't count on her for at least another month!!! :sad2: See my trend?? Which is why I'm going bonkers. I have NO OUTLET for this!!! Is it May yet??? :laughing:

That is funny about your DH :lmao: not knowing what he wants to wear including the underwear. My DH can pack his own stuff, I'll just put the Disney shirts in his bag fro him ;). Sorry not May yet :laughing:. I think in 2 weeks I'm going to start throwing some stuff into one big suitcase, just so I can see all we have to bring with us on the flight. DId I mention I wish I were driving now :rolleyes1. I'm crazy.

[bouncycat]

OMG, you sound JUST LIKE ME!!! I keep changing my mind constantly!! Luckily my Dreams Unlimited lady is working with me very well. She knows I need to change dining places for September, but I'm not changing them as of yet. I'm just holding off to see if the plans change any more. I don't have much to work with for the may trip, just 2 nights, but I keep second guessing the Kona ressie for DH'S birthday. He's ALWAYS wanted to eat in the poly...which is why I chose there, but I'm just battling with it in my own head. I think I'm just gone....way too far gone!!! HAHAHAHA

[kaysmommie]

OMG, you sound JUST LIKE ME!!! I keep changing my mind constantly!! Luckily my Dreams Unlimited lady is working with me very well. She knows I need to change dining places for September, but I'm not changing them as of yet. I'm just holding off to see if the plans change any more. I don't have much to work with for the may trip, just 2 nights, but I keep second guessing the Kona ressie for DH'S birthday. He's ALWAYS wanted to eat in the poly...which is why I chose there, but I'm just battling with it in my own head. I think I'm just gone....way too far gone!!! HAHAHAHA

I'm torn right now with changing the schedule around again. Also with the airfare, thinking of earlier but Thomas has preschool graduation the evening before. So not sure I won't to be up at 4 AM. And of course I got a SW ding today :rolleyes1 after I already booked and paid for airfare. I think she keep Kona if your DH has wanted to eat there. Have you checked the menu for 'Ohana though?

[bouncycat]

Yea, Ohana is a buffet, and I've been sitting here looking at the pictures of inside the restaurants this afternoon, and Ohana seems really nice. I didn't want buffet for him tho, and Kona has steak, which he LOVES steak, so does DS. There's not much to do for the trip right now, so I'm just second guessing everything. Right resort, it's gonna be wierd on the rides with 5 in our party, that sorta stuff. The other teller here at work thinks I'm OCD Disney style!!! HAHAHA

[kaysmommie]

Yea, Ohana is a buffet, and I've been sitting here looking at the pictures of inside the restaurants this afternoon, and Ohana seems really nice. I didn't want buffet for him tho, and Kona has steak, which he LOVES steak, so does DS. There's not much to do for the trip right now, so I'm just second guessing everything. Right resort, it's gonna be wierd on the rides with 5 in our party, that sorta stuff. The other teller here at work thinks I'm OCD Disney style!!! HAHAHA

It's more like and all you can eat at your table. They also have steak but it is cooked on skewers, as well as other meat. It is a really good unique restaurant. Also they usually have some kind of entertainment like the Limbo and the Hula and the kids do coconut races. Kona is much quieter but the food is also good. Make sure you get the Kilauea torte for dessert, it's awesome!!

Oh and I changed my flight just now :laughing:, we are arriving about 3 hours earlier than we planned since we are taking a morning flight. We have to get up at 4 AM to drive to Nashville though since it's 3 hours from here. I knew I should have just said okay well drive :headache:.

[my2disneyboys]

Yippee for being in Disney 3 hours earlier!!

[leamom2princesses]

It's more like and all you can eat at your table. They also have steak but it is cooked on skewers, as well as other meat. It is a really good unique restaurant. Also they usually have some kind of entertainment like the Limbo and the Hula and the kids do coconut races. Kona is much quieter but the food is also good. Make sure you get the Kilauea torte for dessert, it's awesome!!

Oh and I changed my flight just now :laughing:, we are arriving about 3 hours earlier than we planned since we are taking a morning flight. We have to get up at 4 AM to drive to Nashville though since it's 3 hours from here. I knew I should have just said okay well drive :headache:.
See you on the flight Nichole :thumbsup2

We did Ohana last year and loved it. We had more food than we could have dreamt of eating. Booked a later ressie so that we could watch Wishes from the beach. It was a neat experience.

[kaysmommie]

Yippee for being in Disney 3 hours earlier!!

It will be nice to have more time at the resort :goodvibes.

See you on the flight Nichole :thumbsup2

We did Ohana last year and loved it. We had more food than we could have dreamt of eating. Booked a later ressie so that we could watch Wishes from the beach. It was a neat experience.

I love 'Ohana, October was the first trip we skipped it. It's also so convenient when you stay at Poly. I also love watching Wishes from the beach, so much better than in the parks. I was wavering from seeing HDDR and thinking about going back to 'Ohana :laughing:. I guess well see you at BNA.

[leamom2princesses]

We're doing Ohana again this trip. :) Our meal at Ohana is where we fell in love with the look and feel of the Poly. One of these trips we will get to stay there. A friend of ours told us about HDDR. They had a great time. Have you done it before?

[ariel2007]

Ahhh I cannot believe I missed your report for so long, you should have told me you were starting one. I was just about to PM you today to say Hi as we haven't spoken for ages, and then I saw the link in your signature. Anyway I am so glad I found out, how are you all? I love your mini trip to AG, it looks like so much fun. I would move over to the USA just to take my children there :laughing:. I love Atlanta, I hope to go back soon. And how was Chattanooga, I love it there too. We didn't do the Aquarium, only a lunch boat trip and Rock City but we really liked it there, and it was much bigger than we expected. Your Disney plans sound great, you must be so excited. I love the Pirates cake, its so cool. Did you decided yet?

[kaysmommie]

We're doing Ohana again this trip. :) Our meal at Ohana is where we fell in love with the look and feel of the Poly. One of these trips we will get to stay there. A friend of ours told us about HDDR. They had a great time. Have you done it before?

We love Poly too :cloud9: and hope to stay there again soon. You should definitely stay there sometime. We have never been to any of the dinner shows, it just never really appealed to us I guess. But after reading rave reviews of HDDR I think we should try it once for sure.


Ahhh I cannot believe I missed your report for so long, you should have told me you were starting one. I was just about to PM you today to say Hi as we haven't spoken for ages, and then I saw the link in your signature. Anyway I am so glad I found out, how are you all? I love your mini trip to AG, it looks like so much fun. I would move over to the USA just to take my children there :laughing:. I love Atlanta, I hope to go back soon. And how was Chattanooga, I love it there too. We didn't do the Aquarium, only a lunch boat trip and Rock City but we really liked it there, and it was much bigger than we expected. Your Disney plans sound great, you must be so excited. I love the Pirates cake, its so cool. Did you decided yet?

Hi Ariel
Sorry I should have PMed you :) but figured since your pretrip ended :sad2:maybe you were taking a break from the boards. Glad you here though! Thanks, Atlanta was fun. I would love to go the Aquarium there sometime, looks great. Chattanooga is also a fun town, never been to Rock City and I have lived here for almost 4 years :guilty: well get there eventually. Have you been anywhere fun lately? I hope your are feeling better :sad2: about the trip, and hopefully plan one again in the near future. Yes I'm pretty sure I'm going with the Pirate cake. Though that Mickey one is so adorable too.

[kaysmommie]

Animal Kingdom Plans

Must See



Breakfast at Tusker House
Nemo Musical (Never been yet)

Ride the Safari (Thomas loves it and so do I )

Everest

Kali River Rapids (Kaylee's request since it was down last trip)
Tough to be a bug (Thomas asked, I was going to leave it out this time)

Maybe List



Flights of Wonder ( worth seeing??)

Rafiki's Planet watch (never been here)
Jungle Trek
Pagani Forest trail
Meet Stitch, Baloo, and hopefully Flik (Thomas loves him)

Not this trip


Festival of the Lion King :sad2: ( I do love this show)
Dinosaur (yuck)
Primeval Whirl yuck
The boneyard :sick:
Jammin Jungle Parade (have never seen it, but would love to fit it in)



So that's it for Animal kingdom. I went out of order since AK is easy to post, this will be Thursday's plans. I still have to post our Magic Kingdom day which is Thomas' Birthday! As far as AK, I think I remembered everything this time. I did plan on this being a half day park since I need to fit in swim time for the kids. Also I will need to pack up a bit before we go to our evening park. Looks like we will go to Epcot or MK on this night depends if we made it to Spectromagic yet or not. I really love that Parade and can't miss it, I just despise the crowds and rude treatment that you sometimes have to deal with to see it :sad2:. When I look at everything I'm missing I think I need a 10 day trip to Disney :rolleyes1.


Up Next: Magic Kingdom and Thomas' Special day!

[29apr00]

Yay for getting in earlier! Always great to have more time at WDW! And despite how early you'll have to get up....it's so easy to get up at 4am when you're heading to WDW!! :rotfl:

Regarding the AK plans....I would skip Flights of Wonder. IMO it's not worth seeing, and having all those big birds flying around and swooping over head is a bit freaky to me! Try and fit in Jammin Jungle parade instead! It's worth the wait!! :banana:

[bouncycat]

AK plans sound good!! Once I'm able to tell my mom, I'll get our "must do's" together. I do think Flights of Wonder closed, haven't heard it's reopened, I could be wrong tho, it was closed the WHOLE year we had our AP's, which was Aug 07 to Aug 08. So I haven't seen that. You'll LOVE the Nemo show, it was very nice. I don't much like the boneyard either, but DS loves it, so if we need to rest the feet at that point, I'll take him so Ma and DSIS can get a drink or whatever. But, the AK day does sound good.

[leamom2princesses]

Your AK plan looks great! We have done Rafiki's planet watch a few times. This is where we see Pocahontas. It's a nice train ride but other than that it's really just a petting zoo (with goats). We only go to see Pocahontas. I think we are skipping it this year.

The Jammin Jungle parade is neat if you've never seen it. The characters do come and shake hands with the kids etc. Too me its a little more personal than some of the other parades. I used to love the parade at DHS because the characters walked and spend time with the kids. Block Party Bash isn't near as cool to me.

[ariel2007]

Hi Ariel
Sorry I should have PMed you :) but figured since your pretrip ended :sad2:maybe you were taking a break from the boards. Glad you here though! Thanks, Atlanta was fun. I would love to go the Aquarium there sometime, looks great. Chattanooga is also a fun town, never been to Rock City and I have lived here for almost 4 years :guilty: well get there eventually. Have you been anywhere fun lately? I hope your are feeling better :sad2: about the trip, and hopefully plan one again in the near future. Yes I'm pretty sure I'm going with the Pirate cake. Though that Mickey one is so adorable too.

No, I've been here the whole time. I'm ok about not going, I know its going to benefit us a lot more in the long run and thats what really counts. And hopefully we will be going back to WDW next year so I wont have too long to wait, although I hate not having anything to plan at the moment :headache:

We went to the aquarium in Atlanta and it was amazing, the best aquarium we have ever been to. Its so well themed and colorful and the whale sharks are awesome to see. I took Sophie on the backstage tour and it was so good, I hope we get to go again. And Rock City is great too. Its so beautiful and the views across the different states are amazing, especially if you go on a clear day.

[MaryAz]

Great AK plans. We may be there on thurs as well if we don't get to everything on Sun or want to do some things again. I am not a petting zoo fan so I hope to skip that as well as Flights of Wonder-not a bird fan either. We may do a later morning and check out the parade-sounds fun. We do have a lunch ressie at Yak-Yeti. We need swimming time as well.

[kaysmommie]

Yay for getting in earlier! Always great to have more time at WDW! And despite how early you'll have to get up....it's so easy to get up at 4am when you're heading to WDW!! :rotfl:

Regarding the AK plans....I would skip Flights of Wonder. IMO it's not worth seeing, and having all those big birds flying around and swooping over head is a bit freaky to me! Try and fit in Jammin Jungle parade instead! It's worth the wait!! :banana:
I guess FOW is kind of like the one at the Zoo here in Knoxville. I really want to see the Paade here but it's so hard to fit in since we planned on leaving this park by 12:30 or 1PM. how early do you generally get seats for this parade? I know it starts at 3:45 PM.

AK plans sound good!! Once I'm able to tell my mom, I'll get our "must do's" together. I do think Flights of Wonder closed, haven't heard it's reopened, I could be wrong tho, it was closed the WHOLE year we had our AP's, which was Aug 07 to Aug 08. So I haven't seen that. You'll LOVE the Nemo show, it was very nice. I don't much like the boneyard either, but DS loves it, so if we need to rest the feet at that point, I'll take him so Ma and DSIS can get a drink or whatever. But, the AK day does sound good.

:laughing: So I guess FOW is off the list. I never even heard it closed. it was open when we went in october :confused3 but we didn't make it back to the park in time because of rain. Well definitely skip the boneyard, they would rather swim anyway so that works for me.


Your AK plan looks great! We have done Rafiki's planet watch a few times. This is where we see Pocahontas. It's a nice train ride but other than that it's really just a petting zoo (with goats). We only go to see Pocahontas. I think we are skipping it this year.

The Jammin Jungle parade is neat if you've never seen it. The characters do come and shake hands with the kids etc. Too me its a little more personal than some of the other parades. I used to love the parade at DHS because the characters walked and spend time with the kids. Block Party Bash isn't near as cool to me.


I have heard Rafiki's is fun because they sometimes bring animlas out for the kids tosee and also Jiminy Cricket is there. If we can fit it in i guess we will. SO do you think I hsould go see the Paradeat AK instead of HS?? Maybe we will do that. Jungle parade does look really fun!

No, I've been here the whole time. I'm ok about not going, I know its going to benefit us a lot more in the long run and thats what really counts. And hopefully we will be going back to WDW next year so I wont have too long to wait, although I hate not having anything to plan at the moment :headache:

We went to the aquarium in Atlanta and it was amazing, the best aquarium we have ever been to. Its so well themed and colorful and the whale sharks are awesome to see. I took Sophie on the backstage tour and it was so good, I hope we get to go again. And Rock City is great too. Its so beautiful and the views across the different states are amazing, especially if you go on a clear day.

It's worth it to skip a year and get ahead in your jobs. but I know how hard you worked on those plans. Hopefully you will defintely go next year ;), then you can get back to planning. The GA Aquarium is on our list of weekend trips, Rock City is close so an easy day trip for us.

Great AK plans. We may be there on thurs as well if we don't get to everything on Sun or want to do some things again. I am not a petting zoo fan so I hope to skip that as well as Flights of Wonder-not a bird fan either. We may do a later morning and check out the parade-sounds fun. We do have a lunch ressie at Yak-Yeti. We need swimming time as well.

I might have to switch my schedule around again to see where i can fit in more stuff at AK. I guess we will skip FOW since it might be closed, and it doesn't sound that great. Maybe well see you there. I have read great things and seen food pics from Y&Y.

[dddisrunner]

Hey Nichole! Your AK plans look great! We have seen Flights of Wonder twice. Once in August of 2006 and then in April of 2008. The first time it was an informative show and actually we liked it..especially the boys who were 6&4 at the time. Last April, they added a "storyline" to it with this weird lady that acted as a tour guide...it was cute but she was SO ANNOYING and unfortunately it took away from the birds which really are AWESOME! Not sure if it is closed or not...it was located in the shade with fans blowing on you though...a rare thing in the AK park:rotfl: We liked Raifiki's planet watch. The boys got to see a racoon having surgery and of course Pocahantas is there! The jungle trek:rolleyes1 NOT SUCH A FAVORITE! by me mostly!! Do you subscribe to TGM? If you do supposedly Flik is stationed near the "secret exit path".:goodvibes

[ariel2007]

It's worth it to skip a year and get ahead in your jobs. but I know how hard you worked on those plans. Hopefully you will defintely go next year ;), then you can get back to planning. The GA Aquarium is on our list of weekend trips, Rock City is close so an easy day trip for us.

Yes we loved GA Aquarium and also Stone Mountain, we really enjoyed it there and it was completely different to anything else we had been to. We are hoping to do the Coco-cola place next time as we never got to do it as the queue was soooo long by the time we got to it. We also want to do the Incline Railway at Rock City, it looks good.

Have you never been to Rafiki's Planet Watch before? We have seen a few good characters there like Rafiki and Pocohontas and they have an animal hospital bit too. Sophie loves it there.

[kaysmommie]

Hey Nichole! Your AK plans look great! We have seen Flights of Wonder twice. Once in August of 2006 and then in April of 2008. The first time it was an informative show and actually we liked it..especially the boys who were 6&4 at the time. Last April, they added a "storyline" to it with this weird lady that acted as a tour guide...it was cute but she was SO ANNOYING and unfortunately it took away from the birds which really are AWESOME! Not sure if it is closed or not...it was located in the shade with fans blowing on you though...a rare thing in the AK park:rotfl: We liked Raifiki's planet watch. The boys got to see a racoon having surgery and of course Pocahantas is there! The jungle trek:rolleyes1 NOT SUCH A FAVORITE! by me mostly!! Do you subscribe to TGM? If you do supposedly Flik is stationed near the "secret exit path".:goodvibes


Thanks Diane,
We will skip FOW then. We can go to Bug's life to get in the A/C and out of the heat. I thought Rafiki's looked fun. Did you go to the rainforest room? I have also heard Jiminy Cricket is there sometimes. Why do you not like the JUngle Trek?? We did back in 2006 but the bat section was cloed and it was mostly birds. Since we only have 4 park days we will probably skip it. Thomas has asked about it though since he saw it on the AK sing along video. Yes I'm on TGM, same screen name.


Yes we loved GA Aquarium and also Stone Mountain, we really enjoyed it there and it was completely different to anything else we had been to. We are hoping to do the Coco-cola place next time as we never got to do it as the queue was soooo long by the time we got to it. We also want to do the Incline Railway at Rock City, it looks good.

Have you never been to Rafiki's Planet Watch before? We have seen a few good characters there like Rafiki and Pocohontas and they have an animal hospital bit too. Sophie loves it there.

I might have to check out Stone Mountain, looks awesome! I also want to go to World of Coke. It looks like a big version of Club cool. We have never been to RPW before, that is why I thought we should go check it out.

[29apr00]

I guess FOW is kind of like the one at the Zoo here in Knoxville. I really want to see the Paade here but it's so hard to fit in since we planned on leaving this park by 12:30 or 1PM. how early do you generally get seats for this parade? I know it starts at 3:45 PM.



You don't need to stake out seats too early, but i'd say about 15-20 minutes. It does loop around the tree of life so sometimes it's better to wait and catch it as it's ending, but that would be pretty late for you guys.

[3princesses+aprince]

At AK, we are going to try Rafiki's planet watch. This will be our first time going to Disney so everything is new. But i'm interested in taking the train ride, and my kids will love the petting zoo. We don't usually do this at home, because I am allergic to everything, but because we're in Disney i'll make an excpetion. I would love to see Pocahontas, and I think I remember reading somewhere on here that is where you could me Jiminy Cricket, I am Right? I would love to meet him.

And the parade looks really good, I think you should try to squeeze that in.

[leamom2princesses]

Ooops, forgot to answer your question. Yes I like the parade at AK better than HS. The parade at AK is more personal and unique to me. If you don't get the right spot for Block Party Bash then you don't see much of anything. We were about 25 feet in front of where we should have been for Block Party Bash and we didn't see much of anything. You can check the parade out on You tube and see what you think.

[bouncycat]

Ooops, forgot to answer your question. Yes I like the parade at AK better than HS. The parade at AK is more personal and unique to me. If you don't get the right spot for Block Party Bash then you don't see much of anything. We were about 25 feet in front of where we should have been for Block Party Bash and we didn't see much of anything. You can check the parade out on You tube and see what you think.

I agree with you here, I like the one at AK better then the one at HS....just seems more fitting for Disney!!

[ladybugmom]

Your plans are looking good!! Excited to see what you have in store for Thomas!!!

[mickeystoontown]

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[OneTreeHillAddict]

Oh you have to check out the Animal Kingdom parade. It's one of the best things over there! The characters are dressed up so cute! It's way different than the other parades. The kids will be amazed by all of the gadgets they use. :thumbsup2

Plans sound good. I need to add FOTLK next visit. Haven't done it in a long time! I miss the Pocahontas show. We loved that one. You know Yak n Yeti offers a plan for the Nemo show right? Eat there and get reserved seating. Yak n Yeti is good too!

[joy13]

I really enjoyed the FOW show when we saw it in 2007 - I don't know if it's changed since then or not. I didn't really want to go, but my Mom did, then I was glad we went. Your plan sounds good.

[KathyRN137]

Wow...were have I been? I missed so much!

I'm still reading about the cakes!! :rotfl:

(They're all too beautiful to cut!!)


Kathy

[kaysmommie]

You don't need to stake out seats too early, but i'd say about 15-20 minutes. It does loop around the tree of life so sometimes it's better to wait and catch it as it's ending, but that would be pretty late for you guys.

I'm going to try and fit it in. I really wanted to be in the pool at 3Pm instead of heading back to a park. Would this work?? Can we get there at 3:40 and walk around the tree of life and to Africa thru Asia and then sit and watch the end of the parade from Africa. that way we don't have to be there as early or try to fight for seats ;).


At AK, we are going to try Rafiki's planet watch. This will be our first time going to Disney so everything is new. But i'm interested in taking the train ride, and my kids will love the petting zoo. We don't usually do this at home, because I am allergic to everything, but because we're in Disney i'll make an excpetion. I would love to see Pocahontas, and I think I remember reading somewhere on here that is where you could me Jiminy Cricket, I am Right? I would love to meet him.

And the parade looks really good, I think you should try to squeeze that in.

I have heard RPW is lots of fun. But then other say it;s not worth it. We do have a petting zoo here at our local zoo. I would love to meet Jiminy Cricket and DD loves Pocahontas .

Ooops, forgot to answer your question. Yes I like the parade at AK better than HS. The parade at AK is more personal and unique to me. If you don't get the right spot for Block Party Bash then you don't see much of anything. We were about 25 feet in front of where we should have been for Block Party Bash and we didn't see much of anything. You can check the parade out on You tube and see what you think.

I have seen lots of pics of BPB and I do think my kids might like it since they love Bugs Life, Toy Story and Incredibles. But I have to say the Jungle Parade looks way better and I have always wanted to see it. Think I will try to get back there to see it after a pool break.

I agree with you here, I like the one at AK better then the one at HS....just seems more fitting for Disney!!

Thanks. I think maybe we will have to check it out since I have always wanted to.

Your plans are looking good!! Excited to see what you have in store for Thomas!!!

Thanks :goodvibes . I think we are just doing a cake and getting a giftcard since we have tickets. We will have his party at home when we get back though. I'm not going to pay $250 for a plush Mickey and room decorations. Though it does look cute. We didn't do anything like that for Kaylee last year. We did order her a nice cake though with HSM on it. Anything new with your trip plans?

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:) Hi there and thanks for reading. I have read many of your posts about CBR, part of the reason we stayed there in october. Wish were staying there again actually.

Oh you have to check out the Animal Kingdom parade. It's one of the best things over there! The characters are dressed up so cute! It's way different than the other parades. The kids will be amazed by all of the gadgets they use. :thumbsup2

Plans sound good. I need to add FOTLK next visit. Haven't done it in a long time! I miss the Pocahontas show. We loved that one. You know Yak n Yeti offers a plan for the Nemo show right? Eat there and get reserved seating. Yak n Yeti is good too!

Thanks Tammy,
I think we will be adding the Parade to the list for sure. I love FOTLK :goodvibes it's and awesome show. I knew about the Nemo dining package but we will be back at the pool right after lunch. Aslo we are trying the Tusker House breakfast. Looked awesome in your pics, can't wait.

I really enjoyed the FOW show when we saw it in 2007 - I don't know if it's changed since then or not. I didn't really want to go, but my Mom did, then I was glad we went. Your plan sounds good.


Thanks for telling me about FOW. I thought it looked cute from the pics I have seen.

Wow...were have I been? I missed so much!

I'm still reading about the cakes!! :rotfl:

(They're all too beautiful to cut!!)


Kathy

Hi Kathy,
You didn't miss much as I have been updating as much as I should. Yes I have to pick a cake for Thomas since he is turning 5 during our trip. The Mickey one is adorable, don't you think?

[LaurenMic]

Hi Nichole! I've been MIA from the boards for too long because school is so crazy, but I am finally caught up on your report! That is great that your flights are all set, it will be nice to not have to drive.

Your park plans look great so far! I hope Thomas gets picked for the Jedi Training. All those cakes are cute, I'm torn between Mickey and the Pirate one! I agree with you about the parades...the rude people just really get to me and it always makes me not want to bother with them.

Can't wait to hear what you have planned for the Thomas's birthday!! :goodvibes

[leamom2princesses]

Hi Nichole! Did you make it through the storms okay? We got some nasty storms but no tornadoes thank goodness. Just thought I'd check in!

Hope you have a great weekend!

Leanne

[kaysmommie]

Hi Nichole! I've been MIA from the boards for too long because school is so crazy, but I am finally caught up on your report! That is great that your flights are all set, it will be nice to not have to drive.

Your park plans look great so far! I hope Thomas gets picked for the Jedi Training. All those cakes are cute, I'm torn between Mickey and the Pirate one! I agree with you about the parades...the rude people just really get to me and it always makes me not want to bother with them.




Can't wait to hear what you have planned for the Thomas's birthday!! :goodvibes

Hi Lauren,
I can relate I've been MIA from the boards more lately too. April and May are going to be crazy months with school and the kids activities. Thomas is in T Ball and that is 2 days a week and kaylee is in 4 dance classes , girl scouts and trying out for Dance Ensemble very soon. So I have been neglecting my trippie a little bit.

It will be so nice not to have to drive to Disney, but on the other hand I love having my car there. I have heard bus service at SSR is not good at all :headache:. I guess I'm going with the pirate cake since I can't order cakes to the room at SSR. I love Spectromagic and don't want to miss it but dread dealing with rude guests :sad2:. Update is coming up this morning.


Hi Nichole! Did you make it through the storms okay? We got some nasty storms but no tornadoes thank goodness. Just thought I'd check in!

Hope you have a great weekend!

Leanne


Hi Leanne,
Yes thank goodness no Tornado's for either of us. We did have T Storms last night but not too bad. Thanks for asking :).

[kaysmommie]

Sorry I have been Missing from the boards a lot lately. As I posted above things have been crazy and will continue to be crazy right up until we leave. The kids schools and activities are taking up so much time. I feel like I'm run ragged. Thomas has T Ball twice a week and Kaylee has 4 dance classes, girl scouts, and will be trying out for Dance Ensemble next month. She also had a sleep over this weekend and I have to volunteer for the girl scout leader today. Also we have been trying to get yard work and some other house projects done. I will try to update more.

I did do a little bit of shopping for our trip, not too much since most of our stuff from October still fits. I will have to post some pics. Made our final payment to the DVC rental. But sadly found out that the DVC Member says we can't link the reservations :sad2:. I have heard of everyone doing this so I don't know why he says not possible, probably just can't be bothered I guess. So we may have to change rooms on Sunday and possibly lug all our stuff to be stored before we go to Epcot. If we were driving then I would have just booked CBR for our first night since we may have to switch rooms anyway. My kids love the pool there.

Obviously still wishing we were staying at CBR instead. Seemed like a great idea to rent points at the time, but it is actually costing more. Well I don't want to dwell on it though :goodvibes. I will have and MK update shortly. Thank you for reading!

[3princesses+aprince]

Wow, it does sound like you've been really busy. Hope you can get some rest soon.

[kaysmommie]

Magic Kingdom Plans & Thomas Birthday :bday:


Magic Kingdom is the park that we do almost everything of course. I thought this was a great park to spend Thomas' Birthday at, we did the same for Kaylee last year. Nothing being in MK on your Bday :goodvibes. I plan to give him one of his small gifts and his card in the room. Since we are flying I have to give his big present at home and I guess it can wait until his Party on the weekend we are home. Maybe I will also make up a special invite from Mickey to celebrate his Bday at Chef Mickey's. Also this is where we will have his cake.

First we are hoping to get the Birthday Fun card since we have park tickets already. Luckily we will have 1 other evening in this park to see Spectromagic too.

Must See Attractions



Most of Fantasyland- Dumbo, Peter Pan, Winnie the Pooh, Tea Cups, Philarmagic, Carousel.
Toontown to meet the Tinker bell. Not sure of Thomas will want to so he can go see Mickey or ride Barnstormer while Kaylee and I meet Tink.
Mickey & Minnie's House (Thomas requested this) Maybe I will get my kids pic on Minnie's couch this time :rolleyes1

Buzz Lightyear
Laugh Floor Comedy
Tomorrowand Speedway ( :sad2: ewww, kids love it)
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Splash Mountain
Pirates of the caribbean
Haunted Mansion
Magic Carpets of Aladdin
Meet Characters of course
River boat (kids have never been on it :rolleyes1)
W D Railroad
Spectromagic ( :love:) and Wishes

Dinner at Chef Mickey's :cake:


Maybe's



Poohs' Playground
Meet the Princesses ( Kaylee)
Small World
Laugh Floor Comedy
Tom Sawyer Island (never been)
Snow White's scary adventure
Astro Orbitter ( I won't be riding :sad2: yuck)
Jungle Cruise
Ariel's Grotto
Tiki Birds or Country bears (kids can choose)
Celebrate Parade


Not this trip


Carousel of Progress

TTA, since it's closed :sad2:
Space Mountain, closed
Swiss family treehouse
Stitch's Great Escape (yuck)
Hall of Presidents (closed too)


So those are our plans for the day, any suggestions are welcome of course. We have so much to do here. We might have to park commando since we have so much to fit in. Also I thought about trying to add Bibbity Bobbity Boutique for Kaylee (she is so spolied though) since she is 9 and by time we go again she might not be interested. She has been twice before though, what do you think? I would rather not spend $60 on a makeover that last a few hours. Also I hope to stop in Exposition Hall for the photo ops there. We bought a new Camera and decided not do photopass this trip. If I had got in on a Share with peeps I know I probably would have.


Next : Waterpark plans, Trip Binder, New T Shirts.....

[kaysmommie]

Wow, it does sound like you've been really busy. Hope you can get some rest soon.

Thanks :goodvibes

[bouncycat]

MK day sounds great!!! I agree with you, nothing like spending your birthday at the MK!!!! :)

[mkluvsmickey]

Hi Nichole! Just checking in with you. Your Magic Kingdom plans look great. I agree that there is no better place to celebrate a birthday!

I understand the busyness going on right now. Your trip will be here before you know it! We'll have to figure out if/when we can meet in May as it gets closer! :cool1:

[OneTreeHillAddict]

I did my own share at the last minute! You can still do one or probably join one if you don't wanna run it yourself!? I did 5 total so we each paid $20. If you do one make sure you charge $22 now because you do have to pay for shipping. It's $7!

Your plans sound great! Thomas is going to have the best birthday ever! :thumbsup2 Ya know I am actually looking forward to the Hall of Presidents opening back up!

[mickeystoontown]

Whew! I just finished reading the entire thread. I don't get a 15 minute break like most people at work get so I read the entire thing. Yes....it took me longer than 15 minute but what the heck!

[MaryAz]

Sounds like a fun and special birthday. As for BBB-I would do it. Like you said it may be the last time she is interested. And if she enjoys it...What kind of camera did you get?? We got a new video camera-ours was 5+ years old. We pick it up on fri. Hope all the trips here and there go smoothly for you!

[kaysmommie]

MK day sounds great!!! I agree with you, nothing like spending your birthday at the MK!!!! :)

::yes::

Hi Nichole! Just checking in with you. Your Magic Kingdom plans look great. I agree that there is no better place to celebrate a birthday!

I understand the busyness going on right now. Your trip will be here before you know it! We'll have to figure out if/when we can meet in May as it gets closer! :cool1:
So :) happy the trip is getting closer! When you know your park schedule let me know. I'm still sort of between 2 itineraries. Well definitely try to meet up. I know Kaylee would love to meet Samantha also.

I did my own share at the last minute! You can still do one or probably join one if you don't wanna run it yourself!? I did 5 total so we each paid $20. If you do one make sure you charge $22 now because you do have to pay for shipping. It's $7!



Your plans sound great! Thomas is going to have the best birthday ever! :thumbsup2 Ya know I am actually looking forward to the Hall of Presidents opening back up!

Good idea. Thanks for the tip too. When is HOP supposed to open back up?

Whew! I just finished reading the entire thread. I don't get a 15 minute break like most people at work get so I read the entire thing. Yes....it took me longer than 15 minute but what the heck!

Thanks for reading :goodvibes

Sounds like a fun and special birthday. As for BBB-I would do it. Like you said it may be the last time she is interested. And if she enjoys it...What kind of camera did you get?? We got a new video camera-ours was 5+ years old. We pick it up on fri. Hope all the trips here and there go smoothly for you!

I'm going to call BBB today and see if they have anything for that day. Might be tough fitting it all in. She really wanted a hair wrap since she always gets one, but she has recital 7 days after the trip. So she won't be able to this trip. Our new camera is a Nikon D-60, kind of like the ones they use at the parks. Also we have a Panasonic Lumix that fits nicely in my purse, it also takes pretty good pics. Our video camera died on us at Disney in 2006. It was so much nicer getting a new smaller video camera. I'm sure you'll love having a newer one.

[dddisrunner]

Hi Nichole! Your MK plans look great and very thorough!:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 As far as BBB is concerned, I wouldn't do it. maybe you could offer to buy Kaylee a souveneir instead (for a reasonable amount of course;)). I hope SSR works out for you! For every negative I read, I then see a positive review!:confused3 Just go in not expecting much and maybe you will be pleasantly surprised! I would make sure you ask at the check in desk about linking your ressies and not having to move! Is that extra night through rental points, or is it a cash ressie? If it is cash, you might be able to call to link them since the DVC owner doesn't have anything to do with the cash ressie? KWIM:confused3 Either way, good luck!:goodvibes

[3princesses+aprince]

Your Magic Kingdom plans look great! I wish Hall of Presidents was open this trip. My dd really wanted to go in there, she's really into that stuff, so that was a bummer to hear it was going to be closed. That's ok, we already have another trip in the plannings:goodvibes

[kaysmommie]

Hi Nichole! Your MK plans look great and very thorough!:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 As far as BBB is concerned, I wouldn't do it. maybe you could offer to buy Kaylee a souveneir instead (for a reasonable amount of course;)). I hope SSR works out for you! For every negative I read, I then see a positive review!:confused3 Just go in not expecting much and maybe you will be pleasantly surprised! I would make sure you ask at the check in desk about linking your ressies and not having to move! Is that extra night through rental points, or is it a cash ressie? If it is cash, you might be able to call to link them since the DVC owner doesn't have anything to do with the cash ressie? KWIM:confused3 Either way, good luck!:goodvibes

The extra night is a cash ressie. CR couldn't link it for me. the DVC member would have to. But of course he is telling me it's not possible :sad2: which we all know is not true. Not the happiest with this rental thing so far. Yesterday I called to book ME for our arrival. The CM asked me for our reservation number so she could book the departure. She couldn't find our ressie and then she said I definitely don't have ME booked for the way back :headache:. I know some CM's don't know everything so I tried not to worry. the DVC memeber did send me a conformation for our ressie, but I don't think he put in any of my request and he did not book our ME back as of yet. This is why I wish we were at CBR instead. Seemed like a great idea renting points but now it's sort of a headache since I'm not in charge of my vacation. Hopefully all goes well though and we like SSR. I don't think I'm going to Book BBB again. She has been twice already to the castle. I'm sure she would rather have stuff :thumbsup2, even though she does like BBB.


Your Magic Kingdom plans look great! I wish Hall of Presidents was open this trip. My dd really wanted to go in there, she's really into that stuff, so that was a bummer to hear it was going to be closed. That's ok, we already have another trip in the plannings:goodvibes

Thanks :goodvibes. Kaylee really is into all this history stuff right now too, so I can relate to wishing HOP was open. She did a report on JFK a few months ago and had a blast doing all the research and typing it all on word. You have another trip planned :)?? For when I have to hop over to your trippie and see, totally jealous:laughing: of you right now.

[kaysmommie]

Water Park Day

Most likely we will go to Blizzard Beach this trip. We did Typhoon Lagoon last time and loved it, it's a beautiful tropical Water Park! But haven't been to BB since 2003 so can't wait to go back.

Must Do attractions include



Teamboat Springs family raft ride (Kaylee loved it when she 3)
Toboggan Racers

Snow Stormers
Run Off Rapids
Ski Patrol training camp (great for the 5-12 year olds)
Tike's peak (Thomas might like it)
Melt Away bay (Wave pool)
Cross Country Creek ( AKA lazy river and my favorite)
Summit Plummit (Tommy might want to do this again)

Slush Gusher (Thomas is not big enough)

I think we are doing just about everything :goodvibes at this park. Dinner will be at Hoop Dee Doo Revue this night. Also I would love to go back to Typhoon Lagoon if we have time one afternoon so Tom can try Shark Reef :laughing: while I take pics. Also the kids love some of the slides and the Lazy river here.

Coming Up- Some pics, Disney binder, and making a countdown calendar.

[bouncycat]

Your plans for the wp look good, remember to wear water shoes or flip flops!! That concrete gets HOT!!!

[mickeystoontown]

We are also thinking about trying Blizzard Beach this year. We've been to Typhoon Lagoon already. Looks like your planning is going great!

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Water Park Day

Most likely we will go to Blizzard Beach this trip. We did Typhoon Lagoon last time and loved it, it's a beautiful tropical Water Park! But haven't been to BB since 2003 so can't wait to go back.

Must Do attractions include



Teamboat Springs family raft ride (Kaylee loved it when she 3)
Toboggan Racers

Snow Stormers
Run Off Rapids
Ski Patrol training camp (great for the 5-12 year olds)
Tike's peak (Thomas might like it)
Melt Away bay (Wave pool)
Cross Country Creek ( AKA lazy river and my favorite)
Summit Plummit (Tommy might want to do this again)

Slush Gusher (Thomas is not big enough)

I think we are doing just about everything :goodvibes at this park. Dinner will be at Hoop Dee Doo Revue this night. Also I would love to go back to Typhoon Lagoon if we have time one afternoon so Tom can try Shark Reef :laughing: while I take pics. Also the kids love some of the slides and the Lazy river here.

Coming Up- Some pics, Disney binder, and making a countdown calendar.

My fave ride in all of BB is the family raft ride. The view from up there is so cool! I haver to find a waterproof case for the little cameras so I can take them on the ride with me. We went once during EMH and rode the raft about 6 times in a row. It was so much fun! That's my plan for this time too. Get there super early! Ride it a hundred times then do everything else. :laughing:

I can't wait to see all the pics of HDDMR! We're going for the first time this Summer. (And some of the Topiairies!)

You'll be there bfore you now it!

[MaryAz]

Great plans for BB. Are you going on thurs?? We have it planned for fri. I know Avery is going to love it. And it looks like they have enough for Cayley as well. I thought about Hoop-you will have to tell me how you like it.

[kaysmommie]

Your plans for the wp look good, remember to wear water shoes or flip flops!! That concrete gets HOT!!!

Thanks,
the kids will be wearing them for sure. kaylee got her foot slcied open in the wave pool at TL last March. She fainted too :scared:

We are also thinking about trying Blizzard Beach this year. We've been to Typhoon Lagoon already. Looks like your planning is going great!

I loved BB last time we went. The wave pool is tamer for little kids. I do love the theme of TL though much more.

My fave ride in all of BB is the family raft ride. The view from up there is so cool! I haver to find a waterproof case for the little cameras so I can take them on the ride with me. We went once during EMH and rode the raft about 6 times in a row. It was so much fun! That's my plan for this time too. Get there super early! Ride it a hundred times then do everything else. :laughing:

I can't wait to see all the pics of HDDMR! We're going for the first time this Summer. (And some of the Topiairies!)


You'll be there bfore you now it!

That raft ride is the best! We have to try and do it at least a few times. Of course I hate the walk up all those stairs :guilty: and the chairlift freaks me out. I guess I'll be walking :laughing: the stairs after all. I hope HDD is a good show.


Great plans for BB. Are you going on thurs?? We have it planned for fri. I know Avery is going to love it. And it looks like they have enough for Cayley as well. I thought about Hoop-you will have to tell me how you like it.

We are going to BB on Tuesday. It was supposed to be Sunday but I switched days to make the meet. Cayley will probably like the family raft ride and Tike's peak. Tommy and I usually trade off. I'll let you know about HDD. I have read lots of good reviews. But not exactly sure if I will think it's funny.

[OneTreeHillAddict]

I'm trying to lose some weight before this trip. Last time the stairs about killed me. If I get in shape I'll be fine. I'd much rather walk then wait in line for the chairs but during EMH it's not so bad.

[mom2mek]

Ok, I'm all caught up. I'm sorry your DVC rental thing isn't going too well - I'm sure everything will work out fine once you get there. Its all those expectations we planners put on ourselves!! Ugh!

The MK day looks full, but fun, fun, fun!!! The Birthday fun card should be great for Thomas to buy a couple of birthday presents with! :goodvibes

(Sorry I have no input on the water parks - I have never been, but it looks like you have a good plan!)

You're getting close!! :dance3: (which also means I am too....:dance3:)


Sara

[leamom2princesses]

Hi Nichole! I think your MK and BB plans look terrific. You guys are going to have so much fun! Only 37 days until our vacations begin!! It will be here before we know it :goodvibes

[3princesses+aprince]

Oooo, a water park day. We are not doing a water park this time, next trip for sure though, which is planned for September 2010. A little ways away, but I hope to book the room over the summer. And I am excited that I won't have to come home from this trip wondering when I will ever go back again. I can already start thinking about our next trip. Which, I havn't decided yet, may be a surprise!! I have it planned with my best friend (we've always wanted to take a trip together) And she has 2 daughters all around my daughter's ages. They are going to have a blast!

[29apr00]

Blizzard Beach is so much fun! I love the family raft ride! But we always seem to go when it's cold! :rotfl:

[kaysmommie]

I'm trying to lose some weight before this trip. Last time the stairs about killed me. If I get in shape I'll be fine. I'd much rather walk then wait in line for the chairs but during EMH it's not so bad.


So you like the chair lift? It scares me :scared:, since I'm scared of heights. My hands were so sweaty I couldn't hold on ;).

Ok, I'm all caught up. I'm sorry your DVC rental thing isn't going too well - I'm sure everything will work out fine once you get there. Its all those expectations we planners put on ourselves!! Ugh!

The MK day looks full, but fun, fun, fun!!! The Birthday fun card should be great for Thomas to buy a couple of birthday presents with! :goodvibes

(Sorry I have no input on the water parks - I have never been, but it looks like you have a good plan!)

You're getting close!! :dance3: (which also means I am too....:dance3:)


Sara


Hi Sara,
Yes it must be partly that I'm a planning and like to be in control of my reservation, magical express etc. Also that my car won't be there stresses me out a bit too. I'm not used to only taking buses. Though at Poly we usually just park and never drive anywhere, so you will be fine. I remember, you don't do waterparks. :dance3: for our trips getting close!!!

Hi Nichole! I think your MK and BB plans look terrific. You guys are going to have so much fun! Only 37 days until our vacations begin!! It will be here before we know it :goodvibes

Thanks Leanne,
I can't wait, it won't be long for us now.

Oooo, a water park day. We are not doing a water park this time, next trip for sure though, which is planned for September 2010. A little ways away, but I hope to book the room over the summer. And I am excited that I won't have to come home from this trip wondering when I will ever go back again. I can already start thinking about our next trip. Which, I havn't decided yet, may be a surprise!! I have it planned with my best friend (we've always wanted to take a trip together) And she has 2 daughters all around my daughter's ages. They are going to have a blast!

Your future trip plans sound good so far. That will be great for the girls! At least you will already have another one to plan for when you get back. That helps from getting the Disney depression ;). Who knows when we will get back. I hope maybe sometime in 2010 for sure.

Blizzard Beach is so much fun! I love the family raft ride! But we always seem to go when it's cold! :rotfl:

A cold water park day :scared: doesn't sound fun. The raft is great at BB. the one at TL is very short. I was shocked when it was over, it lasted like 4 seconds.

[kaysmommie]

Happy Easter!!!!

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Back at ya! Speaking of...I've been in search for Bolt toys and can't find them anywhere! Have you seen them? I went to all the DS's last night...nothing.

[dddisrunner]

Hey Nichole! I hope you guys had a great Easter! We LOVED Blizzard Beach when we went, especially Teamboat Springs, it is SO much fun!!:goodvibes

[kaysmommie]

Back at ya! Speaking of...I've been in search for Bolt toys and can't find them anywhere! Have you seen them? I went to all the DS's last night...nothing.

Thanks. I went to DS last week to get stuff for the easter baskets. They had a large sized plush Bolt but that was about it. I only saw 2 though. They didn't have mittens or Rhino either. I couldn't even find Bolt Tshirts.


Hey Nichole! I hope you guys had a great Easter! We LOVED Blizzard Beach when we went, especially Teamboat Springs, it is SO much fun!!:goodvibes

Thanks, we had a nice Easter. I love Teamboat Springs, so fun :goodvibes.

[ariel2007]

HAPPY EASTER to you and your family, I hope you had a lovely day. Sorry its late, I've only just got back from our mini holiday. We had a lovely time but I am so tired now, all that sea air really takes its toll :laughing:

BB is a good choice, we love it. We always do at least one waterpark and BB is definitely my favorite, the slides are much better.

[kaysmommie]

Well I have made a couple of changes to our ADR's. First off we had two ADR's for Le Cellier. One was on the day of the DIS meet but I switched. I showed Thomas pic of Remy at Chef De France and he of course really wants to go there now. So yesterday I called and switched our ressie. I was able to get Chef's at 4:45 PM :cool1: and we will just eat at Le cellier on our last night. Tommy would be bummed if we missed Le Cellier. at gives me enough time to go to the meet, then see the Acrobats in China and go back to France for dinner. I'm also not sure if we will keep Hoop Dee Doo revue now since we are a 3 meals over on our DDP. I was actually trying to switch to Caifornia Grill but they didn't have anything available. I just love it there. I think we may just do a 1 TS place (haven't been able to get anywhere good so far) if I'm lucky enough to get a cancelation for one we like. Then I'll just have to pay for Tusker House OOP. So if we skip HDDR then it will be on our list for next time. Today we are going to finally make our countdown calendar. So I should have some pics of that tomorrow. We are all getting really excited as Disney is getting close :banana:.

[bouncycat]

Hope you had a great easter!!!! Mine is late too, haven't been around for most of the weekend, but I'm back now, and trying to catch up with everyone!! :)

[kaysmommie]

HAPPY EASTER to you and your family, I hope you had a lovely day. Sorry its late, I've only just got back from our mini holiday. We had a lovely time but I am so tired now, all that sea air really takes its toll :laughing:

BB is a good choice, we love it. We always do at least one waterpark and BB is definitely my favorite, the slides are much better.

Hi Ariel :),
Thanks. Hope you had a nice Easter too. Sea Air sounds good to me. I agree BB has better slides but I love the tropical theme of TL.

[kaysmommie]

Hope you had a great easter!!!! Mine is late too, haven't been around for most of the weekend, but I'm back now, and trying to catch up with everyone!! :)

Thank you, hope you had a nice Easter as well.

[ariel2007]

Hi Ariel :),
Thanks. Hope you had a nice Easter too. Sea Air sounds good to me. I agree BB has better slides but I love the tropical theme of TL.

Yes I do love the tropical theming, and the shark reef bit is great too. However, the waves in the main pool start to make me feel sick after a while :laughing:. It was lovely to stay at the seaside and luckily we had some really nice weather. I really want to go back :guilty: