08-23-2010, 05:08 PM
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Dreams really can come true !!!!
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21 day dining plan tour - day 13 - dtd & california grill
DAY 13 - Downtown Disney - California Grill
TODAYS VIDEO - ***'Wishes' Fireworks from California Grill*** An lie in this morning, and no breakfast due to eating late last night, so we decided to get the boat from OKW to DTD. Unfortunately when we got to the dock, the skipper told us due to bridge repairs, the ferry would not be operating for a while, so we drove there. We lost our bearings a few times in World of DIsney but managed to get out (quite a few dollars lighter).  Further stops were made at the Pin Trading shop and the Christmas shop for more purchases and then it was food time at Earl of Sandwich. Nigel: Mediterranean Chicken Salad + Strawberry Parait + Apple Juice Sue: Caribbean Jerk Chicken + 3 Berry Parfait + Water Emma: Hawaiian Barbeque + Chocolate Mousse + Diet Coke   We returned to OKW and had a few hours at the quiet pool, where I managed to update the trippie. Tonight we had ADR at 8:50 booked at California Grill on the top floor of the Contemporary Resort, so we returned to our room to get showered and changed. We drove to Contemporary and arrived at the check-in desk at 8:35, we were shown to the lift which took us to the dining floor. As our table was not quite ready, we were given a pager. I went out onto the observation platform to take some night pictures over Magic Kingdom.  The pager lit up, I checked my watch, it was 8:55. Our server guided us to our table, it was in the centre of the room, at the M.K. end. We were given the menus, and left alone to make our choices Sue: Pan Roasted Wild Caught Halibut + Bananas & Caramel + Diet Coke + 2 Twisted Mai Tais Emma: Oak Fired Fillet of Beef + Valrhona Chocolate Cake + Diet Coke Nigel: Oak Fired Fillet of Beef + Valrhona Chocolate Cake + Diet Coke        After our main course, our server said that we could watch Wishes from the observation deck, or stay at the table, as the music would be piped inside. We decided to watch from outside, together with quite a few other diners. I never realized how widespread the fireworks are released – as can be seen from the opening minutes of my video. After the display, we returned to our table, and noticed it had been cleared and the soft drinks replenished. We then ordered our desserts, which arrived within 5 minutes. Overall, a lovely evening, and one which we hope to do again in the future. We left the Contemporary at 11:15 and headed back to OKW and time for bed. RETURN TO TRIP INDEX
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08-24-2010, 03:46 AM
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Looks like you all had a fabulous night - timed perfectly.
You've really been cranking the reports..off to read the rest.
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08-24-2010, 03:59 AM
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Another great day.
 Sounds like you had a lovely time at CG.
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08-24-2010, 05:47 AM
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Can I put my Christmas Tree up yet ? 
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What a lovely relaxing day
 The food looks delish at the California Grill 
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08-24-2010, 06:58 AM
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You can't not escape DTD without spending a few $$$$$
 Food at CG looks lovely 
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08-24-2010, 01:31 PM
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I would love to be at Ghiradelli's ice cream parlour with a massive choc sundae 
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fab relaxing day, er also loved the CG, wouldn't have done it if it wasn't on free dining, but loved it. love the fireworks
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08-24-2010, 02:18 PM
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That looks a lovely meal at the CG, love your video of Wishes.
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08-25-2010, 09:32 AM
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fab day there
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08-26-2010, 04:42 AM
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I was having a bit of a blonde moment
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It is really different watching wishes from CG compared to in the park
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08-27-2010, 07:30 PM
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We're having a mini party!
I couldn't believe how many there was in the bag! 
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Mmmm the food at CG looks fantastic
 Glad you all enjoyed Wishes!
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08-28-2010, 10:52 PM
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Repeat after me....I LOVE CROC's, I LOVE CROC's, I LOVE CROC's!!!!!!
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Lovely day
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08-31-2010, 05:54 PM
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Great day!
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 Pete and I wait and watch some lovely baby lizards I have always booked myself "Play Up Pompey" 
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great day
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09-21-2010, 03:40 PM
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I keep trying to convert everybody, but they just don't want to be converted
I can only get a tag if its near the weekend. a monday, tuesday and some wednesdays are definately no tag days 
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I love the sushi at the CG one of my fav restaurants but very pricey.
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10-28-2010, 04:25 AM
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Great day and you ate at my two favorite place, Earls and CG, lovely photos
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