So what would Contemporary have said if you said you had a dining reservation (a lounge is similar to a restaurant right?
) Hmmm odd that they didn't allow you to park since I thought they have a big lot especially over by Bay Lake Tower. Oh well, at least you got your Mai Tai at Tambu Lounge. mmmm! I love the details in the lounge that you photographed.
Good point. I have never had trouble parking there before but I have always had real ADRs there. The only time they ever checked was when went to the Cali Grill near Christmas time. I think if I had an ADR they would probably let me in. In their defense, there was some type of construction going on. The mai tai turned out to be a better choice in the end.
I've only dined in the West Wing - very dark but very cool theming. Yep, a fireplace there. The changing portrait hangs over it. I'm not a fan of the food at BoG but I did really like the strawberry cupcake both times I've eaten it.
That explains why I have two portrait pictures, although I only posted on. I guess I kind of rushed through there so that's why I would like to go back.
You have some great photos of HM and the creepy bride!
Thanks! I love taking pictures on HM.
The boat was a much better option for getting back to the Poly. Especially since any photos from a boat are so much more interesting than the monorail at night.
It was a lovely evening boat ride and I was happy with how most of my pictures turned out.
Great updates Mary Ellen.
Thanks!
I have not read a single great food review about BoG. The decor is amazing though.
Katmark just posted a review that was pretty good but I think they had the pork and steak. Honestly, it wasn't a bad meal but I think it would have been so much better with a nice fresh puff pastry.
Another
for parking at the Poly.
We did eat at Ohana's, but then went over to the MK for the evening.
When the park closed I was so relieved to see the Resort Monorail had no line and the express line was backed up almost to the front of the MK. I couldn't believe people didn't know that the resort monorail stopped at the TTC.
I do love parking at the Poly. I think its so convenient. And you're right - I think people do get confused about the two monorails. I know that I did for the longest time. I do always prefer the boat, but those boats can crowd up too.
Wow am I late to this party but LOVING it. Just read through the whole TR today (sitting in a hospital bed all I have is time). So much to comment on but will comment on the Disney trip:
disneyfan! Thanks for joining in! You can never be late to this party! Glad you made it!
First let me say so glad Denny got through the whole ordeal at HHI. What a thing to go through on vacation!!
It really is something that no one ever thinks will happen on vacation. I am glad that is behind us. I stayed calm at the time, but it did hit me later.
OK now to Disney:
Love seeing that Disney sign
And you will see it a lot on this TR since we drove in and out of the bubble so many times!
We are so fortunate to be staying at Beach Club in a few weeks and loved seeing the few pics you took.
Yay!
You must be SO excited! I hope you have a wonderful trip. How could you NOT? I was secretly hoping our BCV waitlist would come through before the BWVs, but I think I probably need to wait until another time of year to stay there. F&W is just too popular.
Score on the front row of BTMRR. DH & I love that ride. Splash is my overall favorite ride but we love them all & ride them all. My DS's are lucky we enjoy all the roller coasters & can ride them all.
Disney has some great thrill rides. I know they are not hard core thrill rides, but I'm not up for that anymore anyway. Disney rides just rock when it comes to theming. Such an immersive experience all the way around.
I have to agree with Denny about Little Mermaid. I expected a lot more. I was disappointed after riding. I think I like the queue better.
I liked the ride because I didn't expect a lot from a dark ride. My initial impression was - Why can't Nemo be like this?
Love my afternoon pool breaks. I imagine n the month of June they are MUCH needed.
They are needed more than EVER in June, but I am certain I will be taking plenty of pool breaks in October. I just love that level of relaxation!
Love that Mickey backpack you took a pic of. Now that other backpack that guy had-UGLY is right.
The mickey backpack was ADORABLE and that other backpack - YUCK!
So, so ugly!
Glad to hear you enjoyed your BOG ADR. We are trying it for the first time in a couple weeks & cannot wait!!
I hope you love it. It really is a great experience and one that all DISers should take advantage of.
So enjoying this report & cannot wait to hear more. Now hopefully I can stay caught up!!
Thanks!
And I hope you enjoy your upcoming trip. I'll still be here when you get back!
I'm glad you ended up at Tambu Lounge, instead of Outer Rim, because Tambu is a way nicer spot for a drink (in my opinion, anyway)! Outer Rim just feels like a boring hotel bar to me.
I have to agree with that. I originally picked the Outer Rim because I wanted to take the monorail into the MK but walk back later that evening. I just love the walk to the Contemporary. Tambu turned out to be a much better choice.
Love your HM pics...and BoG looks like a fun place to eat, even if the food leaves something to be desired.
Thanks - and yes, BOG was a really neat experience. I am so glad I got the reservation so easily. I understand its quite a struggle to get one these days.
I had so much more to say, but Simba just woke up from a nap! Shoot!
That darn Simba!
Just kidding! give him a little hug from me. He's so adorable!
Before lunch you can walk through the front but none of the dining rooms. The details are absolutely stunning and worth checking out. But with all these less than stellar reviews I'm not tempted to try and get an ADR at all.
I do want to go back for lunch, but it will be awhile before I do dinner again. There are just so many good restaurants on property that its just one in the ongoing rotation!
Oh I can zoom but getting the eyes open - I probably need to get on continuous shoot and just wait.
That's one way to do it!
You'll have some major deleting to do, but what the heck!
Of course the last couple of times there was no line so I walked right into the stretching room. You have to get in the right place near the doors but not too close or you can't get her whole face. And some guy need to not be blocking her.
That's so true, too. Sometimes the line starts to move and there you are still trying to get that elusive shot.
Hopefully I will have a chance to try it again.
If I can do it after several adult beverages and a mai tai, SO CAN YOU!