It's My Birthday & I'll Disney if I Wanna! ~ A Dec 2015 PTR - COMPLETE!

[Chicago Mo]

Put me on the list of OMG YOU HAVE NEVER DONE DUMBO?!?!?!

 

[Elevationist]

OMG, ya'll are so funny. Okay, so before I get into individual replies, I guess I should explain...

NO, I have never taken a flight with Dumbo! Okay?! I've always gone with people who weren't at all interested in it, people who were like "Oh, that's just for little kids, and it's not worth the long wait in line." And I never really contested this, or thought much of it at all. And then on my recent solo trip, I guess that line of thinking carried over... It just wasn't on my list of priorities! DON'T HURT ME!

My thought is that my aunt might enjoy it, since it's gentle. And admittedly, it would be nice to finally say I've done it!

So there you have it. My shameful Disney secret.

Um... how have you never been on Dumbo???? I get not wanting to do it every year (although I do) ... but never? It's a classic! I'm glad you're at least planning to do it on your next trip.

Overall, great lists! I think you have a nice balance of things for you, things for them, and things for everyone.

And if I somehow end up there at the same time as you (aka if I move to Disney World, which is not likely to happen ... hey, I can dream, right?) I'll do the Mountains and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train with you! (although I've actually never done Splash Mountain ... I keep wanting to but something gets in my way)

You should totally come during my dates! You got a whole year to save and plan! And Splash Mountain is my FAVORITE ride in Magic Kingdom! I would haul you right on it with me!

I love this idea! I already posted 10 must dos for WDW but I think I might break it down by park similar to how you and Jess have done it.

Isn't it funny when you look at these lists of things you haven't done? It's hard to believe but it just goes to show how immense Disney is and how you can have a new experience no matter how many times you go.

It's so true!!! Actually, in my case, I was a little bit surprised that there wasn't MORE in the Magic Kingdom that I haven't done. I was kind of proud to see there's only a few "new" things left for me!

I better not tell Mark you've never been on Dumbo...he might not let me read your PTR/TR's anymore. Tis is a must do for us at least once a year.

I love your must do's and I should really make a list myself.

Doh! Okay, don't tell Mark, it can be our little secret!

Great list for MK!!! Isn't it amazing how many things there are at Disney that even for those of us who have been to Disney many, many times... there are still things we haven't done?! Also, I think it'll be really fun to experience Disney with two first-timers!

Yeah, I'm looking forward to it! Being with somebody who is prone to motion sickness will force me to do some of the more laid-back stuff I've always ran right past. I think it'll be good!

Put me on the list of OMG YOU HAVE NEVER DONE DUMBO?!?!?!

Don't judge me, lady!!!

 

[Elevationist]

174 days until ADRs!
294 days until FP+!
354 days until WDW!
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Just a fun little fluffy update about life!

I got my first Christmas card of the year in the mail this morning, and it made me super happy!

Incidentally, this card came from a friend who arrived for a week-long stay at Walt Disney World on Saturday. So I'm currently living vicariously through her Facebook posts!

Here's the card...

She knows me so well.

In other news, my Christmas shopping is all done! I'm just waiting for two more things to arrive in the mail this week, and then the wrapping can begin!

As far as my trip planning goes, I'm re-thinking my restaurant choices again. DECISIONS DECISIONS. I've already moved some things around, and gave up Mama Melrose and Tusker House, and added in breakfast at Chef Mickey's and dinner at Tutto Italia. Still studying and thinking, though!

Hope that everybody is having a wonderful holiday season!

 

[KatMark]

Okay...I will keep it our secret for now.

We haven't been to Chef Mickey's since 2004 and that was dinner. We weren't happy with it. I'd go for breakfast, but I have to do Crystal Palace and can never fit it in.

 

[Elevationist]

Okay...I will keep it our secret for now.

We haven't been to Chef Mickey's since 2004 and that was dinner. We weren't happy with it. I'd go for breakfast, but I have to do Crystal Palace and can never fit it in.

I've been to Chef Mickey's once, in 2009, for dinner. The food was fine, nothing spectacular. Golden Corral or Ryan's level quality. Which I eat at home, so I wasn't completely unhappy with it like so many people are. There's definitely better dinner buffets at WDW, though. I went that time mainly for the character interaction, which was fantastic. We went on our arrival night, and it was a great way to start our trip.

But, all that being said, I would like to try it for breakfast next time, so I have it for our second wake-up day, since on the first we're headed to Universal. With this being a first trip for my aunt and uncle, I want to ensure that they get to meet the "Big 5" and Chef Mickey's is a great way to make that happen.

 

[SarahDisney]

You should totally come during my dates! You got a whole year to save and plan! And Splash Mountain is my FAVORITE ride in Magic Kingdom! I would haul you right on it with me!

I'm saving for 2021 ... can't let myself get distracted and go down any earlier (except that I'll totally be making many Disney trips before then, but whatever). Maybe if I can swing it I'll come down in December ... I've never been to the World in December (I've been to Disneyland in December ... was a little offended by holiday it's a small world).
So many people love Splash Mountain that I know I should try it eventually ... but the line is really long sometimes! (We almost did it in November, but it was Splash Mountain or Woody and Jessie, and we wanted to see Woody and Jessie).

And I get thinking Dumbo is for kids - but that's never stopped me from doing anything! Disney is fun because you can let our your inner kid more than you would in the real world.

Changing ADRs ... and that's why I don't plan my trips this far in advance. I'd change my plans too many times.
I think Chef Mickey's is a great way to make sure your aunt & uncle meet the "Big 5." I actually recommended it to my sister's coworker for his 2.5 year old's first trip, but they started planning late and I don't think they were able to get an ADR.

Anyway ... you should probably finalize your plans soon, only 174 days until you can make ADRs!

 

[Wood Nymph]

I would add Country Bears jamboree to your list. This is a classic that everyone needs to do at least once, and it is a good chance to "rest a spell".

I will only ride Dumbo if I am being forced to do it by a grandchild. The up and down while twirling around is not my favorite thing.

 

[Elevationist]

I'm saving for 2021 ... can't let myself get distracted and go down any earlier (except that I'll totally be making many Disney trips before then, but whatever). Maybe if I can swing it I'll come down in December ... I've never been to the World in December (I've been to Disneyland in December ... was a little offended by holiday it's a small world).

So many people love Splash Mountain that I know I should try it eventually ... but the line is really long sometimes! (We almost did it in November, but it was Splash Mountain or Woody and Jessie, and we wanted to see Woody and Jessie).

And I get thinking Dumbo is for kids - but that's never stopped me from doing anything! Disney is fun because you can let our your inner kid more than you would in the real world.

Changing ADRs ... and that's why I don't plan my trips this far in advance. I'd change my plans too many times.
I think Chef Mickey's is a great way to make sure your aunt & uncle meet the "Big 5." I actually recommended it to my sister's coworker for his 2.5 year old's first trip, but they started planning late and I don't think they were able to get an ADR.

Anyway ... you should probably finalize your plans soon, only 174 days until you can make ADRs!

Why was the holiday it's a small world at Disneyland offensive? I know nothing about it!

I know, I need to make up mind on these dang ADRs, it's getting down to the wire! Only 173 days left now!

I would add Country Bears jamboree to your list. This is a classic that everyone needs to do at least once, and it is a good chance to "rest a spell".

I will only ride Dumbo if I am being forced to do it by a grandchild. The up and down while twirling around is not my favorite thing.

I hope nobody throws anything at me for what I'm about to say... I had Country Bear Jamboree on the list for them, and I took it off. The truth is... I like it about as much as I like it's a small world... Which ain't much.

I'm only doing IASW on this trip because it's the single thing my aunt remembers from her one and only childhood visit, and she is insisting that I ride it with her. Otherwise, I would happily put her and my uncle on it, while I go ride Space Mountain. Maybe I can do something similar with CBJ if they really want to see it!

 

[SarahDisney]

Why was the holiday it's a small world at Disneyland offensive? I know nothing about it!

I know, I need to make up mind on these dang ADRs, it's getting down to the wire! Only 173 days left now!

The complete lack of other holidays, when it would be so easy to throw in a quick 4-5 Hanukkah & Kwanzaa dolls, bothered me a lot. I think it was the issue of an attraction that's supposed to celebrate many cultures only covering one holiday.

173 days ... I think that's time for one more ADR change, maybe 2, but you really need to solidify your plans! You definitely need to have everything in place before park hours come out, or you might somehow let park days interfere with your ADRs!

 

[MaryPoppinz]

One suggestion for your Dumbo ride - if you can time it around sunset it's a GORGEOUS view!

 

[Chicago Mo]

One suggestion for your Dumbo ride - if you can time it around sunset it's a GORGEOUS view!

ohhh I have to second this!!!

 

[cinderkelly]

Holy cow I need to get caught up! Somehow I missed 2 whole pages of Disney talk! Will promise to catch up soon, been crazy busy at work

 

[ursalita]

Love the Christmas card. So much more fun that the standard stuff.

 

[Elevationist]

The complete lack of other holidays, when it would be so easy to throw in a quick 4-5 Hanukkah & Kwanzaa dolls, bothered me a lot. I think it was the issue of an attraction that's supposed to celebrate many cultures only covering one holiday.

WOW. That is really surprising! I would not have expected it to be Christmas only, and you're absolutely correct, the cultures represented in it's a small world should have their holidays acknowledged also! What a terrible oversight on Disney's part!

173 days ... I think that's time for one more ADR change, maybe 2, but you really need to solidify your plans! You definitely need to have everything in place before park hours come out, or you might somehow let park days interfere with your ADRs!

You're killing me.

One suggestion for your Dumbo ride - if you can time it around sunset it's a GORGEOUS view!

Oooh, thanks for the pro tip! I'll definitely keep that in mind!

ohhh I have to second this!!!

I'm writing it down! "Dumbo... at... sunset." Got it!

Holy cow I need to get caught up! Somehow I missed 2 whole pages of Disney talk! Will promise to catch up soon, been crazy busy at work

It's okay! This thread will be around for another 352 days... You got plenty of time to catch up!

Love the Christmas card. So much more fun that the standard stuff.

I agree! I was tickled pink when I opened it!

 

[Elevationist]

172 days until ADRs!
292 days until FP+!
352 days until WDW!
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Hey, ya'll!

Continuing on with my must-do's in each park! Today we're on to Epcot (my favorite)!

Key:
Pink = For Me! I may be flying solo on these.
Aqua = For Them! Things I would normally skip, but think they will like.
Violet = For All! Stuff we all three should enjoy.
* = Something I've never done.


Epcot Must Do's

Attractions
Soarin'
Mission: SPACE (Green Team)
Test Track
The Seas with Nemo and Friends (the Ride)
Living with the Land
Spaceship Earth
The Seas with Nemo and Friends (the Aquarium)
Turtle Talk with Crush
Journey into Imagination with Figment!
Innoventions
Ellen's Energy Adventure *
Exploring the World Showcase Pavilions


Entertainment
Candlelight Processional (pending narrator) *
IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth


Character Meets
Epcot Character Spot
Character Appearances in World Showcase Pavilions


Food & Beverage
Tutto Italia *
L'Artisan des Glaces (I want an ice cream martini!) *
Coral Reef
Karamel Kuche *
Club Cool

 

[pigletgirl]

I can safely say we've never done Dumbo either. My husband and I don't do well on rides that spin so we actively avoided it in September. I will have my mom take my DD next year. I will be sick for sure!

 

[Elevationist]

I can safely say we've never done Dumbo either. My husband and I don't do well on rides that spin so we actively avoided it in September. I will have my mom take my DD next year. I will be sick for sure!

Is it really that bad? I don't do well on spinny things, either. But it looks so slow and gentle, I thought I might be okay. My aunt is extremely prone to motion sickness, so if it's too much for me, it'll totally wipe her out. Maybe Dumbo won't be on our list after all.

 

[pigletgirl]

I have inner ear trouble, so I don't want to take chances. When we did Mission: Space (The green side), I was wiped out for awhile. I won't be doing that one again.

We didn't do the magic carpets, dumbo, astro orbiter, or dino spin. I'm sure you all will be fine!

 

[Bethislucy]

Sounds like some great fun plans. My planning will take more full force after Christmas. We've got dates and hotel that's about it. I printed this year’s hours so I'll have them when I'm ready to start my plans. I've just got so much to do & they have blocked so much stuff at work now that it's limiting my Disney planning I can still see& read disboards but not the pictures attached to them and I can’t post a reply. I Imagine they want us to do work at work



Congrats on your weight loss. I've got to get back serious about mine. Our trip is in 345 days away & I need to lose 75lbs. I'll also turn 35 next year it will just be in April.

 

[SarahDisney]

Awesome list! (Although you couldn't pay me to do Mission:Space - the claustrophobia thing knocks it off my list).
I've never done's Ellen Energy Adventure either - I don't have any interest in it, but hopefully you guys will enjoy it.

Epcot Character Spot is a really great character greeting areas - although I wish Mickey and Minnie met together!

Ice cream Martini ... sounds like heaven in a glass. Yum ...