Sherry E
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I happened to check Accuweather last night, though I said I wouldn't really start seriously paying attention to the forecast until today (because it can fluctuate from day to day). I noticed that the first night I'm at DLR (on Sunday) is predicted to drop down to 37 degrees...with a "RealFeel" of 31 degrees. That's right. A real feel of 31 degrees.
Yesssssssssss!
While there won't be (real) snow on the ground and it's not cold like other places are, a RealFeel of 31 degrees is AWESOME for me! Wheeeeeeeeeeee!!! Brisk, crisp weather is what we should be having in December! It is not right to have temperatures above 60 degrees in December. It's the holiday season! That means bundling up and whipping out the cocoa!
The last time I checked, the daytime temps on Sunday are not predicted to be above 60 degrees. Double wheeeeeeeeeeee!!! Of course, as the days progress the temperatures start climbing out of the 60's and into the 70's and the evenings get into the 40's. Still chilly, but not as great as Sunday's weather!!
Of course, some of Saturday's predicted rain could spill over into Sunday but we'll see.
Kathy/ksromack hasn't checked in for a while -- is that a good sign or a bad sign? Hopefully it means she has been getting many, many things accomplished and is having a great time!
Mike, Lori and Jamie (from a couple of days ago) -- Thank you so much for posting all of the great pictures!
Mike -- I'm going to get my hands on some of the hot chocolate at Club 33 because you mentioned it!
dreamseeker9 & Delilah1310 -- Thank you for the reviews!
dreamseeker9, it doesn't sound like you had quite as good a trip as you were hoping to have or expected to have, but it sounds like it was good nonetheless!
What I found interesting -- because I think it all boils down to what you're accustomed to and also individual perception -- is that you commented on the lack of decor in DCA. If I hadn't seen DCA in previous years I would probably agree. You probably didn't see it, but the other day I was saying in this this thread that, overall, I am very pleased with DLR for the decorations this year because they have done more with the decor for 2013.
Paradise Pier has quite a few decorations -- on the pier (where the tree is), at Duffy's spot and around the outskirts, like near the Little Mermaid ride -- as well as over at the Viva Navidad area.
Pacific Wharf, on the other hand, is usually lacking in any kind of decor -- but this year I think there is some garland and maybe lights on Ghirardelli.
Grizzly Peak is not an area that will ever get an extensive holiday overlay, but there are a couple of touches in the appropriate places.
Condor Flats has nothing in the way of decor, nor does Tomorrowland. But those are really the only two areas in all of DLR that have no holiday touches whatsoever (not counting merchandise), which I think is great! That is an improvement from previous years. DLR has added in decorations this year to areas that had none in the past, or that needed more.
So, again, even though it may not seem like certain areas are decorated -- and some are more decorated than others, for sure -- this year is actually a step up on many levels! There are even wreaths outside of ESPN Zone, which is brand new!
tipovertiff --
You're welcome! Thank you for the kind words!
Hmmm... I can't think of any other tips off-hand. I'm sure something will come to me later. I think you'll have a great time with the Fantasmic dessert and the holiday tour!
mamaburrito --
Well, I was there on December 12th last year, but it was my last day (Wednesday). It began to drizzle -- and later rain -- that day, so crowds were kind of non-existent for the first few hours. I recall that Liza/funatdisney and I just walked right on to IASWH, without a wait of any kind.
This year, because the 12th is a Thursday and closer to the weekend, I have a feeling there will be a good number of people in the parks unless there is a good chance of rain. That doesn't mean it will be crazy crowded, but I don't think it will be empty either.
I am finding that people are reporting on crowds that are lower than expected during certain times, and bigger than expected during other times this year. This has me wondering what next week will be like at DLR, whereas it has usually not been that bad in the past.
dalstitch45 --
Better late than never! It's actually almost time to switch over to a new thread because this one will hit the page limit soon!
I remember that you saw the CP last year and loved it (as did I). I wonder if not being able to get seats this year will affect my enjoyment of it. Last year was so wonderful because I was sitting down and could really see the performers and the narrator. This year I am not sure how far back I will end up while standing.
I am wishing us both good luck in that we will be able to see the CP without a lot of difficulty!
crystal1313 --
Thank you!
I specifically wanted to go before the renovations and expansion take place, so I could see Club 33 in its current form. I was extended the offer to go to Club 33 quite a while back, but decided to wait until now to go. I never asked for it, or tried to get an invitation. In fact, I just figured it would happen when the time was right, and if it didn't that would be okay.
I invited DizNee Luver/Laurie, PHXscuba and Liza/funatdisney to come along, as they have not yet been to Club 33 either. What good is being blessed with a bit of good fortune if you can't share it with others who appreciate it, especially during the holiday season?
I've heard about the restroom --in fact, I think I saw someone's photos of it at some point! It's definitely not like the other restrooms in the parks!
larina --
You have been missing, indeed! You stayed away from the entire 3-month Theme Week Countdown, and I thought you would participate!
I mentioned you a few days ago, because momtothreeinfinity was asking specific questions about the DLR hotels on Christmas day, i.e., if the mood is anymore festive, and if the CMs seem disappointed to not be with their families on that day. I said you might have some insight into that.
aidensmom31 --
Supposedly the pre-made candy canes are made the same way, with the same techniques and ingredients, but they are made "offstage" and they are not quite as fresh by the time you get them. This is what I've read, anyway. I have never gotten one so I don't have first-hand info.
The handmade canes are fresh.
egritz --
Oh no! You can't be sick! The weather will be very chilly, too, so you have to bundle up.
I totally know what you mean about the good cold meds that actually work -- the ones 'behind the counter' are the better ones. The ones out on the shelves are almost useless. What a terrible time to not be able to take those!
I hope you feel better -- fast -- and that this trip can be a good one for you.
momtothreeinfinity --
That sounds like a question for Bret/mvf-m11c! He would be able to help with that. If he doesn't happen to see your post here, you might want to pop into his TR in the Disneyland TR section and ask him.
Yesssssssssss!
While there won't be (real) snow on the ground and it's not cold like other places are, a RealFeel of 31 degrees is AWESOME for me! Wheeeeeeeeeeee!!!
Brisk, crisp weather is what we should be having in December! It is not right to have temperatures above 60 degrees in December. It's the holiday season! That means bundling up and whipping out the cocoa!The last time I checked, the daytime temps on Sunday are not predicted to be above 60 degrees. Double wheeeeeeeeeeee!!! Of course, as the days progress the temperatures start climbing out of the 60's and into the 70's and the evenings get into the 40's. Still chilly, but not as great as Sunday's weather!!
Of course, some of Saturday's predicted rain could spill over into Sunday but we'll see.
Kathy/ksromack hasn't checked in for a while -- is that a good sign or a bad sign? Hopefully it means she has been getting many, many things accomplished and is having a great time!
Mike, Lori and Jamie (from a couple of days ago) -- Thank you so much for posting all of the great pictures!
Mike -- I'm going to get my hands on some of the hot chocolate at Club 33 because you mentioned it!
dreamseeker9 & Delilah1310 -- Thank you for the reviews!
dreamseeker9, it doesn't sound like you had quite as good a trip as you were hoping to have or expected to have, but it sounds like it was good nonetheless!
What I found interesting -- because I think it all boils down to what you're accustomed to and also individual perception -- is that you commented on the lack of decor in DCA. If I hadn't seen DCA in previous years I would probably agree. You probably didn't see it, but the other day I was saying in this this thread that, overall, I am very pleased with DLR for the decorations this year because they have done more with the decor for 2013.
Paradise Pier has quite a few decorations -- on the pier (where the tree is), at Duffy's spot and around the outskirts, like near the Little Mermaid ride -- as well as over at the Viva Navidad area.
Pacific Wharf, on the other hand, is usually lacking in any kind of decor -- but this year I think there is some garland and maybe lights on Ghirardelli.
Grizzly Peak is not an area that will ever get an extensive holiday overlay, but there are a couple of touches in the appropriate places.
Condor Flats has nothing in the way of decor, nor does Tomorrowland. But those are really the only two areas in all of DLR that have no holiday touches whatsoever (not counting merchandise), which I think is great! That is an improvement from previous years. DLR has added in decorations this year to areas that had none in the past, or that needed more.
So, again, even though it may not seem like certain areas are decorated -- and some are more decorated than others, for sure -- this year is actually a step up on many levels! There are even wreaths outside of ESPN Zone, which is brand new!
tipovertiff --
You're welcome! Thank you for the kind words!
Hmmm... I can't think of any other tips off-hand. I'm sure something will come to me later. I think you'll have a great time with the Fantasmic dessert and the holiday tour!
mamaburrito --
Well, I was there on December 12th last year, but it was my last day (Wednesday). It began to drizzle -- and later rain -- that day, so crowds were kind of non-existent for the first few hours. I recall that Liza/funatdisney and I just walked right on to IASWH, without a wait of any kind.
This year, because the 12th is a Thursday and closer to the weekend, I have a feeling there will be a good number of people in the parks unless there is a good chance of rain. That doesn't mean it will be crazy crowded, but I don't think it will be empty either.
I am finding that people are reporting on crowds that are lower than expected during certain times, and bigger than expected during other times this year. This has me wondering what next week will be like at DLR, whereas it has usually not been that bad in the past.
Hi everyone, just joining this thread a little late this year, but I have been lurking. I am here now, and have a copy of the Disneyland Guide from the gate. It says 5:30 and 8:00 p.m. for Saturday and Sunday's CP.
I am so excited to get a chance to see the CP again this year. Thank you Sherry for the narrator tip. I am a big Blair Underwood fan, so I will be there bright and early to try to get a good spot.
dalstitch45 --
Better late than never! It's actually almost time to switch over to a new thread because this one will hit the page limit soon!
I remember that you saw the CP last year and loved it (as did I). I wonder if not being able to get seats this year will affect my enjoyment of it. Last year was so wonderful because I was sitting down and could really see the performers and the narrator. This year I am not sure how far back I will end up while standing.
I am wishing us both good luck in that we will be able to see the CP without a lot of difficulty!
crystal1313 --
Thank you!
I specifically wanted to go before the renovations and expansion take place, so I could see Club 33 in its current form. I was extended the offer to go to Club 33 quite a while back, but decided to wait until now to go. I never asked for it, or tried to get an invitation. In fact, I just figured it would happen when the time was right, and if it didn't that would be okay.I invited DizNee Luver/Laurie, PHXscuba and Liza/funatdisney to come along, as they have not yet been to Club 33 either. What good is being blessed with a bit of good fortune if you can't share it with others who appreciate it, especially during the holiday season?
I've heard about the restroom --in fact, I think I saw someone's photos of it at some point! It's definitely not like the other restrooms in the parks!
larina --
You have been missing, indeed! You stayed away from the entire 3-month Theme Week Countdown, and I thought you would participate!
I mentioned you a few days ago, because momtothreeinfinity was asking specific questions about the DLR hotels on Christmas day, i.e., if the mood is anymore festive, and if the CMs seem disappointed to not be with their families on that day. I said you might have some insight into that.
aidensmom31 --
Supposedly the pre-made candy canes are made the same way, with the same techniques and ingredients, but they are made "offstage" and they are not quite as fresh by the time you get them. This is what I've read, anyway. I have never gotten one so I don't have first-hand info.
The handmade canes are fresh.
egritz --
Oh no! You can't be sick! The weather will be very chilly, too, so you have to bundle up.
I totally know what you mean about the good cold meds that actually work -- the ones 'behind the counter' are the better ones. The ones out on the shelves are almost useless. What a terrible time to not be able to take those!
I hope you feel better -- fast -- and that this trip can be a good one for you.
dreamseeker9 - thank you so much for your trip report!
Your report did bring up a good point that I've been wondering about... for the fireworks which rides close down and do they reopen afterwards?
I have the same questions regarding Fantasmic! and World of Color - do rides and attractions shut down, but reopen afterwards or remain closed for the rest of the day?
If anyone knows I'd sincerely appreciate that information, it would help me plan some of our days better. ~ TIA
Cheers!
momtothreeinfinity --
That sounds like a question for Bret/mvf-m11c! He would be able to help with that. If he doesn't happen to see your post here, you might want to pop into his TR in the Disneyland TR section and ask him.
bummer on being sick!! I hope the rest of your family is spared and you're feeling better soon! Yes! The forecast loos better for next week!, YAY! I'll be there too! Hope it lasts!
)
I was also told there might be a pin. I sure hope so.
