WISH Illuminations Dessert Party - any interest?

[twoWDWfools]

We are on for WISH Illuminations Dessert Party!!!

Sun Jan 10, 2010
8.30-9.30pm

For those that don't know:
In Jan on Sunday night we had a private dessert party and viewing for Illuminations.

VENUE CHANGE
We are in France viewing area this time and I will have them set up tables/chairs this year.
http://www.disneymedialab.com/dvm/concepts/Terrace_des_Fleurs_Photos.pdf


This is the menu we'll be having this year.

All About Chocolate
Fresh fruit display with biscotti and warm chocolate ganache
Warm chocolate banana torte with rum glaze
Petit chocolate bottom cheesecakes
Chocolate covered pretzels

$38.29 pp

Includes fruit punch, coffee, tea, water.


Here's the attendees so far but the more the merrier so come join the fun!!
(sorry list is not completely up to date)

Liz & Patrick twoWDWfools 2
Jen & Noah Started With A Mouse 2
Megan Mla1977 1
Dave & Erica walkingthedistance 2
Kim Ksoehrlein 1
Kira & DH & kids Kira G 4
Sarah Sarah_Rose 2
Tracy dsnyfan21 1
Roxanne & John Roxy 8
Kirsty Kirsty-Leigh 1
Deb & DOOD deekaypee 2
Carol CarolA 1
Stacy dis75ney 1
Maura jmasgat 1
Lauren & DH stenogoddess 2
Vicky & DH bunnyfoo 2
Corinna & DF corinnak 2
Kevin & Cindy tiggerfreak 2

[mla1977]

I'd be interested!

[windwalker]

Liz, if you and the Wild Patrick are there count us in.

Dave and Erica:hippie:

[Started_With_A_Mouse]

Count Duckie and I in.

For those who have not done this before, you should. You really should. You will love it !!

[ksoehrlein]

Yum! Sounds good to me. I'll probably be coming solo. Thanks for organizing this!

-Kim

[dsnyfan21]

Hey LIZ!!!!!! (yummmmmy!!!!)

I will most likely be there, but not sure about mom, she maybe going home on Sunday.

Tracy

[Kira G.]

Tom & I would definitely be interested again. And this time we'll have two of the kids with us too!

[Sarah_Rose]

I am definitely in (always wanted to do an Illuminations Dessert Party!) and I'll be dragging the husband along as well.... provided he survives the marathon. I know I'll do just fine but he.... might be left somewhere in the AK. :rotfl:

Sarah

[Kirsty-Leigh]

I'd be interested in dessert :thumbsup2

[CarolA]

I would be interested again...

Thanks!

[twoWDWfools]

Wow! Great early response! This keeps up we'll have a larger group than last year.

It really is a great time folks! And really yummy dessert.

[twoWDWfools]

Bumping this up -- see updated venue info in original post.

[CarolA]

I have been to a few parties at that location and it's a great location!

There might be two of us. The dingbat boyfriend is "toying" with the Goofy (personally I kind of want him to stay home, but....)

[mla1977]

LOL! DBF decided two weeks before we left that he was going to join me for the Princess. He waited too long to register though but he still took the trip with me.

[dsnyfan21]

Wow, Liz I sure do like that location!!! Very cool!!!:thumbsup2

Tracy

[Roxy]

Liz,

Yes I would love it. We had a wonderful time. Count us in..:thumbsup2

[nepatsfan73]

Is Illuminations viewable from a prone position? :upsidedow Wouldn't want to waste the money if its not (just in case).

[twoWDWfools]

Hey Bill! It's a roped off private spot with railing instead of wall so certain we could get you close enough for a good view. :rotfl:

[deekaypee]

Liz, I think DOOD and I are in. Thanks for doing this! :thumbsup2

[nepatsfan73]

Thanks Liz for your prompt and detailed response. Maybe I'll give it a try -- I've never done a "special" viewing of Illuminations.

[twoWDWfools]

Yay Deb and Roxy!!

Bill - most of the folks who replied already did it this year so I think that's a pretty good indication of how much fun it was. Food was great, view fantastic, company even better. Hope you will join us. (and Patrick say HELLO)

[nepatsfan73]

... and Patrick says HELLO.

:wave2: And a howdy-doo back at Patrick (and you).

[dis75ney]

I'm a newbie (running my first Half ever!), and am definitely interested in the dessert party - count me in! :thumbsup2

[twoWDWfools]

dis75ney - Congrats on signing up for your first half!! Lots of good advice and help around here. And the more the merrier for the party!!

[Kira G.]

Yay Deb and Roxy!!

Bill - most of the folks who replied already did it this year so I think that's a pretty good indication of how much fun it was. Food was great, view fantastic, company even better. Hope you will join us. (and Patrick say HELLO)

It's true - we had a blast, and it was the best view of Illuminations ever!

[jmasgat]

Liz I'm interested. Of course, it would help if I signed up for a race that weekend!:rotfl:

Maura

[Roxy]

Hey Liz,
Isn't true the more people we have the cheaper it gets?

[twoWDWfools]

Isn't true the more people we have the cheaper it gets?

YES! The more we have not only the more fun but it gets cheaper per person. So if you know folks that are interested, bring 'em in!!

Maura - YAY!

Also, I got the contract for the space and we'll need to put down the deposit in the next couple weeks. For those that went last year I have your email - for first timers please PM me your email.

[dis75ney]

It's true - we had a blast, and it was the best view of Illuminations ever!

Any view of Illuminations would be better than what we had on our trip two weeks ago...two guys in the very front refused to sit down, so all we saw was hiney and some high-shootin' fireworks. Still had a blast, though...

[stenogoddess]

Count us in! :goodvibes

[Roxy]

Hey Liz we love the location this year. Also, wanted to let you know we will have 8 people in our group. Thanks so much for doing this cannot wait.:)

[bunnyfoo]

Hi Liz! Can you add DH and myself to the list :)

Thanks!

[Roxy]

Wow! Look at the amount of people this year. This is going to be so much fun. I hope these next six months hurry by:thumbsup2. Again, thank you Liz for organizinig this.:)

[mla1977]

Do we have any updates on this? I assumed we're booked right? I'll go back to the other page to see where the party is.

Has anyone on here done Team in Training? I just signed up with them for the full and there is some event after the races, but I want to make sure I can still do this too!

[mla1977]

Do we have any updates on this? I assumed we're booked right? I'll go back to the other page to see where the party is.

Has anyone on here done Team in Training? I just signed up with them for the full and there is some event after the races, but I want to make sure I can still do this too!

[ksoehrlein]

Megan, I'll be in the same boat. Last year, our TNT victory party was held at the CSR convention center from 5-8 PM. I had something I wanted to get at MouseGears, so I left for Epcot a little before the party had wrapped up. Using Disney Transportation, I still got there well before Illuminations started. We should be in great shape to do both, and really wouldn't miss much if we leave the TNT party a bit early.

[twoWDWfools]

Sorry, YES we are booked! New menus not out yet. Hoping they are available in the next week or so.

Already have a larger group than last year and still room for more!
Going to be a great time!!

[mla1977]

I've kinda-sorta mentioned the race to my boyfriend. I've asked him for a donation to TNT already, but I guess I should really be clear what the race is for! If he decides to join me, I'll let you know. Thanks!

[bunnyfoo]

Sorry, YES we are booked! New menus not out yet. Hoping they are available in the next week or so.

Already have a larger group than last year and still room for more!
Going to be a great time!!

Liz - Are we doing brownies again or is it going to be a variety like the dessert parties at MK? Just curious :)

[twoWDWfools]

Liz - Are we doing brownies again or is it going to be a variety like the dessert parties at MK? Just curious :)


Hi Vicky - since the menus aren't out yet, no idea! They did offer a variety last year but it was $6 more pp which I thought was a bit high. We'll see what they offer this time.

[corinnak]

Sign me up - it sounds like fun! I think it will be just me, but I am traveling with friends and one or more of them may want to join us as well. I will let you know!

[syko]

Has anyone seen this: Also new in 2010, Marathon Weekend participants will be able to purchase tickets for an exclusive in park party that will take place Sunday night. More details will be posted as they are finalized at disneyworldmarathon.com under the Travel Details/More Magic tab.

[dsnyfan21]

I did see that and is probably something like the one that they had during the Princess Half Marathon.


Tracy

[corinnak]

What was that like, Tracy? (for those of us who lamely didn't go and didn't pay that much attention to the Princess) Was it a regular P&P party? Did they charge an arm and a leg?

[dsnyfan21]

I did not go to the "after party" which I think was as Hollywood studios. It was a separate ticket, kinda like a P&P party or mickey's VMCP. It was kinda expensive I thought and MK was open the same night as EMH late, so we just went there instead. maybe check out last year's Princess thread as I know there were some that went.

Tracy

[mla1977]

I went. Originally there was supposed to be a P&PP. I thought it was okay, but I might now do that party again. I'd like to see what they are offering. If it is the same kind of party, then I won't do it.

[twoWDWfools]

If its the same as P&P or the one after EEC, it's EMH with a DJ.

[surfermickey]

Liz: if there is still room please count me and the family in. Me, DH and Savannah. Let me know...

[twoWDWfools]

Brandie - Yep! Always room for more!!

[dsnyfan21]

Yay!!! Brandie is coming to the PARTY!!! whoo hoo!!:woohoo:

Tracy

[ultramickeymouse]

Liz: Is there space for 1(or maybe 2 more)?

What is your drop dead date to add. I need to check my schedule but I think the Panda needs someone to watch out for him:thumbsup2

[K80K]

This sounds fun but I fear by the time 9:30 rolls around I would be curled up in a ball under my chair sleeping, lol. I might try to swing by as you all are setting up and say my hellos.

[Hockeychic]

You and me both Katie, I will be happy to still be upright:thumbsup2

[K80K]

Yeah, I say curled up in a ball like my body would still be capable of getting into that position, lol.

[twoWDWfools]

Robert - Drop dead date for signing up is Nov 1st. That gives time for everyone to pay and me to get it to Disney.

Katie - Aw come on! You know you wanna! And we'll hold each other up.

[twoWDWfools]

The menus are out!!

Here are the two plus the cost pp which includes space rental, tax, svc charge. Price is based on number of confirmed as of today. We get more people, price goes down!

Please take a look and use the poll to vote.

All About Chocolate
Fresh fruit display with biscotti and warm chocolate ganache
Warm chocolate banana torte with rum glaze
Petit chocolate bottom cheesecakes
Chocolate covered pretzels
$38.29 pp

Childhood Memories
Assorted Cupcakes
Chocolate brownies
S'mores bars
Green apple slices with caramel dip
$35.74 pp

Both include fruit punch, coffee, tea, water.

[K80K]

Let me check with the party coming with me Liz. We usually do a big celebration dinner on Sunday night because we have a birthday that always falls right around Marathon weekend as well as another birthday this year so we might not have room for that much chocolate, lol.

[ksoehrlein]

I'm having a tough time voting for a dessert. I have some issues with sugar, so I'm mostly interested in the fresh fruit. It's hard to tell if the fruit that's included in the chocolate package is more like a garnish or decorative item (what do they mean by "display"?) or if there would actually be enough for everyone to load their plates with it should they choose to do so. I'd be happy with the apples in the childhood package too, but the chocolate sounds like there might be more variety to choose from.

[twoWDWfools]

I'm having a tough time voting for a dessert. I have some issues with sugar, so I'm mostly interested in the fresh fruit. It's hard to tell if the fruit that's included in the chocolate package is more like a garnish or decorative item (what do they mean by "display"?) or if there would actually be enough for everyone to load their plates with it should they choose to do so. I'd be happy with the apples in the childhood package too, but the chocolate sounds like there might be more variety to choose from.

The fresh fruit is a mix of fruit for eating/dipping the the ganache so it is a good amount.

If you or anyone has food allergies, please let me know! Disney is happy to provide alternatives if we have someone with special dietary needs.

[ksoehrlein]

Cool! Chocolate is getting my vote, then!

[surfermickey]

I vote Chocolate!!!

[corinnak]

It's been a little while, but if it's not too late a friend and I would officially like to attend this shindig. Is there a final decision about which one we're doing?

[twoWDWfools]

Corinna - not too late at all!! Just pm your email address to me pls.

I will update the attendees tonight - got a little behind. As it looks right now the Chocolate Dessert is in the lead. Hey, it's an antioxidant, right? :-)

As an FYI, final payments will be due by Nov 30th. I will send invoices out the first week of Nov.

Still time to sign up for anyone interested. This is a fantastic party with fantastic food and great people to celebrate our accomplishments.

[twoWDWfools]

The voting is really close between the two desserts!

I will be closing the poll at 6pm CST on Friday 9/25 as I need to get our decision to Disney.

If you haven't voted be sure to do so this week.

[dis75ney]

Hey Liz-

Can you resend the Paypal link to me? I can't seem to locate it in my inbox...

Thanks!

[jbucci]

Is there room for four more? We did the party last year and had a ton of fun and have been debating about this year. I think I've finally decided that the weekend is about fun and a bit of extra money seems worth it to hang with friends, eat yummy stuff, and watch the fireworks. How much are the tickets at this point?

It would be me, DH, DD6 and our great friend and sitter.

[twoWDWfools]

Definitely room for more! Can you PM me your email address again?

I'll get out the deposit invoices to those that signed up after I sent out the original group.

Don't forget to vote if you haven't yet! Poll closes today!

[twoWDWfools]

By a very close margin looks like we'll be having the All About Chocolate buffet.

There is still time for folks to join if you'd like just let me know!

[dis75ney]

PM sent!

[Roughnet13888]

'All about chocolate'

Seems funny, but i voted for it.

[dis75ney]

I found the Paypal request and just sent in my payment today. Sorry about the delay!

[corinnak]

I don't think I ever got a paypal request....is it too late?

[twoWDWfools]

Sorry, was having a problem with pay pal - told me all had been sent but when tried to do follow up, it said nothing was there. I will go over my lists this weekend and get invoices out to those that were missed the first time. No worries.

[SideStitchWalker]

I know I'm very late but can I still get in on this?

[ksoehrlein]

Liz, we're still trying to figure out our flight plans. If DH and our kids end up flying home on Monday morning instead of Sunday night, I may need to add three more people. When is our drop-dead deadline for accurate headcounts?

[twoWDWfools]

Lynn - no prob. Will add you to the list and thanks for the PM.


Liz, we're still trying to figure out our flight plans. If DH and our kids end up flying home on Monday morning instead of Sunday night, I may need to add three more people. When is our drop-dead deadline for accurate headcounts?

Absolute drop dead date is 12/20 however for anyone that is added after 12/10 I will need immediate payment as they will bill me.

[SideStitchWalker]

Yeah,
Chocolate and fireworks. Sounds like a perfect post-race treat. Hope I don't have to rent a scooter to get there.:laughing:
Thanks!

[ms.mightyduck]

Hello! My friend from work and her family want to join us--can you send me a paypal for six more? :-) Yes, six people.

[TiggerFreak]

Hi Liz,

Sent you a PM!

[twoWDWfools]

Hello everyone!! Can you believe how close we're getting to Jan already? Hope everyone's training is going well.

I sent out the final invoices last night so if you did not receive it via paypal or there is an error, please let me know.

Final payment MUST be received BY Dec 1st.

Looking forward to a great time!

[dsnyfan21]

Paid Mine Liz and thanks for doing this again!!

[mla1977]

Paid mine! TnT is covering the party at DHS on Sunday night instead of having a separate party, so I'll be there and then sneak over for Illuminations in time for the dessert party. Can't wait to see everyone!

[disney_mommy]

Liz, if it's not too late, I'd be interested in joining. If I can still make it, let me know and I will PM you my info. Thanks!

[twoWDWfools]

Disney Mommy - I PMd you.

Like last year you will need a wristband to get into our area and I will again have them with me at the Pop meet on Friday. If you cannot make it to the meet, we'll meet up at the entrance to the viewing area at 8.20pm Sunday so I can get it to you.

Also, there is a possibility of moving to a different viewing spot. I am a bit concerned about not having enough room to have full seating so I've asked what other locations are open. Great viewing and food no matter where!

[disney_mommy]

Disney Mommy - I PMd you.

Replied on 11/11 and haven't received the invoice yet. Just want to make sure you got my email, and that I have an official spot!:rotfl:

[twoWDWfools]

LOCATION CHANGE!

I'll update this on front page as well. I was concerned about full seating ability with the UK spot and 58 of us so I requested a change to larger venue.

We are moving to France!! :banana:
This is one of "those" spots you see others in and go "oooo...."
http://www.disneymedialab.com/dvm/concepts/Terrace_des_Fleurs_Photos.pdf

[corinnak]

LOVE it. It is the Illuminations Dessert Party Location of my DREAMS!!!:lovestruc

[Roxy]

Thank you Liz for all your hard work. This looks wonderful. :thumbsup2

[jmasgat]

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy.....now if I can only stay awake long enough to enjoy it!

Maura

[twoWDWfools]

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy.....now if I can only stay awake long enough to enjoy it!

Maura

When she told me this one was open I thought OMG OMG OMG :yay:

I was able to stay awake fine this past Jan however was out like a light as soon as my head hit the pillow. ;)

[ultramickeymouse]

That's a great location!

[timmac]

Hi, I know I'm really late coming to this thread, but is it too late to join in the dessert party?

[twoWDWfools]

Hi, I know I'm really late coming to this thread, but is it too late to join in the dessert party?

Sorry for the delay-- for some reason I didn't get notice of your post.
Also, sorry but it is too late as I've already had to submit final counts.

[twoWDWfools]

It's almost time!!

Just like last year you will need wristbands to get into the party area. I will be at the Pop meet on Friday handing them out. If you are not going to make the meet, I will be at the entrance to our viewing spot about 15-20 min early Sunday with list and bands. They will not allow anyone in without these!

Looking forward to seeing and celebrating with everyone!

[ms.mightyduck]

Sorry for the delay-- for some reason I didn't get notice of your post.
Also, sorry but it is too late as I've already had to submit final counts.

Last year, some people ended up with an extra ticket or two, so I'd watch this space.

[mla1977]

I am going to be covered in wrist bands between this and my TNT events!

[twoWDWfools]

UPDATE PLEASE READ

Disney policy is that if it is below 50 degrees they will automatically move the dessert portion indoors to keep both food and guests warm. Looking at the forecast pretty much makes this a given. This is the way it'll work:

On Sat I'll be contacted with the location at Epcot for the indoor portion. They will begin a half hour ealier than originally scheduled (so 8pm) to allow time to enjoy dessert then walk us over to the viewing area for Illuminations.

I realize this is a bit of a bummer however I think it'll be far more enjoyable if we're warm while eating/mingling and our viewing spot is the same.

If I do not already have it, please PM me your cell phone number so I can contact you with the location. If you cannot accept text messages let me know as well and I'll call you otherwise I'll send a group text.

Looking forward to seeing everyone very soon!

[dsnyfan21]

:cool1: THANK YOU soooo much for setting this up again!!!

Had a great time, glad we were able to eat indoors and not freeze!!
It was terrific to see everyone and talk about our individual trails, tribulations and triumphs and frozen body part! :lmao:

Here is the group shot!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j286/dsnyfan/WIsh%20Stuff/wishdesert2010.jpg

-Tracy

[Kira G.]

I just want to say how sad I was to not be there last night : ( . I had really been looking forward to it - it was a highlight for me last year. Since I was traveling with my kids I had to adapt to their needs, and they needed to get back to the hotel!

I'm glad it was a great time and I am so grateful to be part of this awesome team! I'm working on getting to Disneyland in September!