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CoriCW · 08-31-2009, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jessrose18

targets dollar isle had the over the door organizers for 2.50, even had a lime green one w/ built in hanger! Just bought one today.

Oooh... might have to go check out Target!! Thanks for the heads-up!!!

rw_hadley · 09-01-2009, 11:21 AM

I am so glad we brought moleskin. I wore some sandals (that I had wore before!) to AK on our first day, and almost immediately developed a blister on the back of my heel. Luckily we had the moleskin (and also bought some cushy Mickey socks), or my whole vacation would have been extremely uncomfortable!

Beckie w/ an IE · 09-01-2009, 11:33 AM

Subscribing...!

DaughteroftheKing · 09-01-2009, 03:53 PM

I love everyone's idea to bring a pop up hamper. We're staying in a value (POP) and the room won't be very big to begin with, so keeping it uncluttered from dirty clothes will be a big help!

And I'm so glad I read on here about pressed pennies and being ready for the machines by having 2 quarters and 1 penny, 2 quarters and 1 penny, etc stacked in a film container.

captainj · 09-01-2009, 05:10 PM

[QUOTE=And I'm so glad I read on here about pressed pennies and being ready for the machines by having 2 quarters and 1 penny, 2 quarters and 1 penny, etc stacked in a film container.[/QUOTE]

We use m&m tubes and print cool "wrappers" from donatalie's 4shared file to decorate them. They hold more and are easy to distinguish which one belongs to which. ("That's my quarters!"

)

DaughteroftheKing · 09-01-2009, 08:54 PM

^^LOL, good idea!

amv1605 · 09-02-2009, 04:49 AM

OMGoodness! You have got to be Kidding Me ... Ok! So I now NEED an IPhone!! Thanks for the Tip

I've been needing a new cell phone seriously -- The one I currently have is 4 years old -- like a Dino in today's terms!

Quote:

Originally Posted by momeejenjen

For those with an Iphone (can I say hubby and I have had ours for a year now and LOVE THEM!)

There are Apps you can download

WDW Wait Times: This App gives you wait times of all the rides in the parks

UpinPoint: This is a map of MK along with hours and parade times, it also has a GPS guide on it.

Also WDW Secrets: Tells you little hidden secrets about WDW as well as where to find hidden Mickeys

luckymom4 · 09-02-2009, 01:03 PM

Ok, I have two ?'s. First, there used to be a thread that listed the things people recommended you take into the parks with you. Help, I can't find that info! I don't get to spend as much time on the Dis as I used to.

Second, I always read about people's trip to the _____ Resort next year...Is that just planning? Because I was told I can't make ressies for 2010 til Jan 1st of that year. I'm sure these ?'s have already been answered somewhere, but I just can't find them!

nicki.momof3 · 09-02-2009, 02:25 PM

Reservations for 2010 started in Aug. You can call now for reservations through Dec. 31, 2010.

No special offers have been announced though.

a1tinkfans · 09-04-2009, 09:04 PM

Heres my TIP, I learned it the HARD way!

TAKE A picture of your photopass card, cause when the CM gives you someone elses card instead of your own, it will break your heart!

Still hoping out for success thru Disney though....as it is a MAGICAL place

quantumottle · 09-05-2009, 08:35 AM

subscribing! Finally...

lori1043 · 09-05-2009, 06:28 PM

my friend called to tell me pop up hampers are $3 and over the door show organizers are $2:50- all at Dollar General.

One week dance!!!

Lori

lori1043 · 09-05-2009, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by captainj

We use m&m tubes and print cool "wrappers" from donatalie's 4shared file to decorate them. They hold more and are easy to distinguish which one belongs to which. ("That's my quarters!"

)

LOVE your quit smoking sign-CONGRATS!

Lori

AnastasiaTremaine · 09-06-2009, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lori1043

my friend called to tell me pop up hampers are $3 and over the door show organizers are $2:50- all at Dollar General.

One week dance!!!

Lori

Thanks, Lori! I knew they were out there for cheep-cheep somewhere!

calzo · 09-06-2009, 12:09 PM

I read somewhere on the disboards about the Bagellini being the best bag for the parks. Well I bought one before our trip last year and haven't been able to give it up yet. It wears like an over-the-shoulder sling so I can wear it on my back, but I can also spin it around front at the drop of a hat to pull something out or in crowded places. It's waterproof so no worries on water rides. It held everything we needed for 6 people last year...ponchos, bottled water, camera, money, tickets, you name it, it fit without being very heavy or bulky. When it wears out (IF it wears out), I'll def be buying another.

Other tips...

**Rent a locker at the water parks.
**Always take a poncho...ALWAYS!
**I'm not a fan of credit cards, but the Disney VISA gives great great rewards. Plus you can get one-on-one time at EPCOT with major characters and a FREE 5X7 picture.
**Take drink powder packets to add to the free ice water that you can get in the parks.
**I know this isn't a tip, but the Peter Pan Family Magic Tour was AWESOME, especially for young children.
**Take a nap in the afternoon if at all possible.
**Take advantage of the Extra Magic Hours at night. Some of our most surprise MAGICAL moments have happened during these times.

09-01-2009, 11:21 AM	#752
rw_hadley "Did you ever get the feeling there's something going on that we don't know about?" Fenwick from "Diner" Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Minnesota Posts: 218	I am so glad we brought moleskin. I wore some sandals (that I had wore before!) to AK on our first day, and almost immediately developed a blister on the back of my heel. Luckily we had the moleskin (and also bought some cushy Mickey socks), or my whole vacation would have been extremely uncomfortable! __________________ Richard DW - Laurie DD - Vivian WDW: June '78 - Offsite Oct '92 - Carribean Beach Resort Dec '96 - Wilderness Lodge Oct/Nov '00 - Coronado Springs/Wilderness Lodge Dec '06 - Wilderness Lodge Aug '09 - Wilderness Lodge Mar '11 - Swan DLR: Oct '12 - Best Western Plus Park Place Inn

09-01-2009, 11:33 AM	#753
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09-01-2009, 03:53 PM	#754
DaughteroftheKing Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 175	I love everyone's idea to bring a pop up hamper. We're staying in a value (POP) and the room won't be very big to begin with, so keeping it uncluttered from dirty clothes will be a big help! And I'm so glad I read on here about pressed pennies and being ready for the machines by having 2 quarters and 1 penny, 2 quarters and 1 penny, etc stacked in a film container. __________________ Planning our FIRST TRIP to WDW! October 2009 Dh, Me , and DS (6) [img]http://www.********************/timers/tickers/b40ji5iyzyk6xd7o.png[/img] Check out my PTR: 15 Things From A 1st Timer

09-01-2009, 05:10 PM	#755
captainj Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 244	[QUOTE=And I'm so glad I read on here about pressed pennies and being ready for the machines by having 2 quarters and 1 penny, 2 quarters and 1 penny, etc stacked in a film container.[/QUOTE] We use m&m tubes and print cool "wrappers" from donatalie's 4shared file to decorate them. They hold more and are easy to distinguish which one belongs to which. ("That's my quarters!" ) __________________ Me DS (9) DS (11) DH Past Trips:'86 Off Property '93 Dixie Landings '94 Caribbean Beach '96 All Star Music '97 All Star Music '98 All Star Music '08 All Star Music '09 Pop Century '10 Pop with my Pop Current Trip-Going back for Mason's Double Digit Birthday! .

09-01-2009, 08:54 PM	#756
DaughteroftheKing Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 175	^^LOL, good idea! __________________ Planning our FIRST TRIP to WDW! October 2009 Dh, Me , and DS (6) [img]http://www.********************/timers/tickers/b40ji5iyzyk6xd7o.png[/img] Check out my PTR: 15 Things From A 1st Timer

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09-02-2009, 01:03 PM	#758
luckymom4 Mouseketeer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 133	Ok, I have two ?'s. First, there used to be a thread that listed the things people recommended you take into the parks with you. Help, I can't find that info! I don't get to spend as much time on the Dis as I used to. Second, I always read about people's trip to the _____ Resort next year...Is that just planning? Because I was told I can't make ressies for 2010 til Jan 1st of that year. I'm sure these ?'s have already been answered somewhere, but I just can't find them! __________________ Me: Oompa Loompa: DD (18): DS (14): DD (11): DS (8): Last edited by luckymom4; 09-02-2009 at 02:43 PM.

09-02-2009, 02:25 PM	#759
nicki.momof3 Addicted to Disney Vacations Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Northern State Posts: 2,569	Reservations for 2010 started in Aug. You can call now for reservations through Dec. 31, 2010. No special offers have been announced though.

09-04-2009, 09:04 PM	#760
a1tinkfans Spreading Some Pixie Dust Today! Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 8,851	Heres my TIP, I learned it the HARD way! TAKE A picture of your photopass card, cause when the CM gives you someone elses card instead of your own, it will break your heart! Still hoping out for success thru Disney though....as it is a MAGICAL place __________________ Where Dreams Come True

09-05-2009, 08:35 AM	#761
quantumottle DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 707	subscribing! Finally...

09-05-2009, 06:28 PM	#762
lori1043 Where IS that EASY button advertised on TV? Gold ribbons for childhood cancer awareness Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South Louisiana girl living near the Mouse! Posts: 3,114	my friend called to tell me pop up hampers are $3 and over the door show organizers are $2:50- all at Dollar General. One week dance!!! Lori __________________ 2/10- moved there! 9/09-Birthday trip to ASsports, 9/08-evacuation 2 day suprise to Asmovies, 2/08-Celebrate Life extended trip at Pop, 3/07-DISNEYLAND without kids, 1/03-POR for half marathon by myself, 2/05-ASmovies with my family, 10/03-ASsports with my family, 3/02-GKTW with Make a Wish, 3/95-SoG before kids, '86-FW at 16, when I fell in love with the the art, movies and parks!

09-06-2009, 12:09 PM	#765
calzo Earning My Ears Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: TN Posts: 54	I read somewhere on the disboards about the Bagellini being the best bag for the parks. Well I bought one before our trip last year and haven't been able to give it up yet. It wears like an over-the-shoulder sling so I can wear it on my back, but I can also spin it around front at the drop of a hat to pull something out or in crowded places. It's waterproof so no worries on water rides. It held everything we needed for 6 people last year...ponchos, bottled water, camera, money, tickets, you name it, it fit without being very heavy or bulky. When it wears out (IF it wears out), I'll def be buying another. Other tips... Rent a locker at the water parks. Always take a poncho...ALWAYS! I'm not a fan of credit cards, but the Disney VISA gives great great rewards. Plus you can get one-on-one time at EPCOT with major characters and a FREE 5X7 picture. Take drink powder packets to add to the free ice water that you can get in the parks. I know this isn't a tip, but the Peter Pan Family Magic Tour was AWESOME, especially for young children. Take a nap in the afternoon if at all possible. **Take advantage of the Extra Magic Hours at night. Some of our most surprise MAGICAL moments have happened during these times. __________________ ~Amy Check out my new Disney blog!

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