Reddog1134
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If we weren't "points poor" I think we'd be doing a vacation at HHI this year. I'm always conflicted because on one hand, places like Hilton Head are SOOO relaxing but on the other hand...DISNEY WORLD!!!
Marlene graduates from high school this year, so we’re doing a NYC trip like we did for Lauren back a few years ago (before Adventures by Disney totally stole my itinerary). 3 nights RCI trade-out to the Manhattan Club. I don’t think I can go for the first day of that particular leg of the trip, but I may join her and Judy on the second day. That, and what we’ll do exactly while in NYC is still in the works. Then, a few days later, we all pack ourselves into the family truckster and drive down to WDW. We’ll be staying at the Boardwalk for 6 nights. From there, we drive back home with a 3-night stop at HHI. It’s going to be good! So, my DVC is getting me 12 nights’ accommodations this year (with some borrowing from next year, probably needless to say)…not too shabby!
Looks like a lot of good options. I love some homemade pasta!In an area off to the side they had a lot of prepared foods and I was really tempted to get some barbecue or other enticing goodies, but we were nearing the end of our week in the villa and really needed to work on finishing off some of the groceries we’d bought. I compromised by getting some pasta to go with the meatballs I’d bought at Fresh Market on our first day. This pasta vendor had quite a nice selection to choose from:
That definitely does sound like something from one of his TR's! Not only do you need to get a picture, you need to eat there and report back on it!Oh, that reminds me though. There was a restaurant we passed while driving to the market that had a great name. It sounded like a place right out of one of @Captain_Oblivious' trip reports: The Squat ‘n Gobble. Wish I’d gotten a picture. Maybe this year I can try to get one.
Wow. That really is a big Farmer's Market. Well worth the effort to check it out. Especially if the pasta and berries are any good.Anyway, we didn’t stay too long, and on the way out I held up the camera to get a shot of the vendor tents along Calhoun Street.
And apparently they were!Oh my gosh people! We were afraid that the berries might make the wine taste tart, or vice versa, but they went together like peanut butter and jelly. Like sauerkraut and pork. Like bacon and…anything! It was something straight out of “Ratatouille”, I tell ya!
I don't know. I quit counting a long time ago, so feel free to make it up as you go.Does this count as my hundred-and-first shot of the Mercantile building? I’m not sure if it counts since you can’t really see the Mercantile itself.
Hey! This isn't the waterproof camera!Maybe I hadn’t waited long enough after eating before going swimming after all.
Over the BBQ stand?
Ok, you definitely have my number,
and I feel disappointed you didn't give the place a try. Then again, it sort of feels like the Yak and Yeti. Much as I struggle to eat at a place with "Yak" in the title, "Squat" might put up a similar barrier.
You really know how to sell me one something, invoking a bacon comparison.
I think I need to try this setup in my back yard sometime.
Muted sunset, but still nice shots.
Nah - It is all good. Swim when you want.
Nice Day trip to Savannah and MEK will not steer you wrong. Great idea to stop at the Farmer's market on the way back. Looks like you picked up some yummy items.
When we went a couple of years ago I had a tough time getting all the days we wanted (it was August). Try as I did I just couldn't get our last night but we were driving so that wasn't too big a deal. Then while we were there the kids kept saying how they wanted to stay longer. I went to the front desk and asked about staying an extra night. They told me to call DVC, which I did, and they offered me the extra night for cash or on points (perhaps I had to also call Disney direct to get the cash night, I kind of forget)!! I didn't understand, considering I couldn't get anything before the trip
But hopefully you got what you wanted for June. I'm jealous! But I'm fairly certain we've decided we are going to try to go next April vacation. May be a little cooler but hopefully we'll still get a few beach days. And a trip to Savannah will be planned as we didn't make it there last time.
If we weren't "points poor" I think we'd be doing a vacation at HHI this year. I'm always conflicted because on one hand, places like Hilton Head are SOOO relaxing but on the other hand...DISNEY WORLD!!!
Oh wow -- the Bluffton Farmer's Market looks amazing! We were talking about not cooking dinners in the unit this trip, but after seeing that pasta, I think we'll have to try it! Fresh pasta is one of my many food weak spots!
We didn't even try to use our DVC points for this trip, as we're saving for Aulani next year. We'll be at "another" timeshare resort. And even then, we were lucky to get a place for July.
That sounds like a great line up of accommodations. Very cool that Judy and Marlene are doing the NYC trip and even better that you are going to get to tag along for a couple nights.
Your Disney / HHI trip sounds perfect. HHI can be very addicting. And the Boardwalk - what's not to love????
I loved the Bluffton Market. I thought it was so cool. We went at the end of the day when a lot of the baked goods were half priced.
Those berries look fantastic.
What a great day all the way around.
Oh, and aren't the sunsets in HHI just spectacular?
Another great update Glenn! We have never been to Savannah even though we own a timeshare in HH. Some day.
Loved the pictures and glad to hear the berries went well with the moscato. Could you taste the difference in saffron pasta? It does sound like something out of Ratatouille.
Congrats on another one out of high school. Amazing Marlene is that old. I remember her not being old enough to do AI and here she is graduating HS.
Hopefully you get to tag along to NY for a day or two. I am heading up there in mid May for a long weekend. Love NYC.
Looking forward to your trip report to the BW. We own a few points there and are planning to be back next October for F&W. Love being able to walk or boat to two parks.
The first one was best- I liked the crispness of the colors, I guess.
Anyway, I think Moscato was the perfect choice to go with the berries. Good thing that was the one in the fridge, right?
Your meme cracked me up. I've had those pairing moments before, and yeah, it's kinda just like that.
Farmers Markets are fun wherever they are it seems. I always have a hard time forking out the dough to buy much though. Everything always seems to ridiculously expensive. I understand that it's small farmers trying to do their best, but the price tag keeps me from buying much. I admit, a speicality pasta would be fun to try- those looked FABULOUS!!
Looks like a lot of good options. I love some homemade pasta!
But it would be very hard to turn down barbecue!
That definitely does sound like something from one of his TR's! Not only do you need to get a picture, you need to eat there and report back on it!
Wow. That really is a big Farmer's Market. Well worth the effort to check it out. Especially if the pasta and berries are any good.
And apparently they were!
I don't know. I quit counting a long time ago, so feel free to make it up as you go.
Hey! This isn't the waterproof camera!
Glenn, trying to make the rounds before I leave on Sunday to get caught up again.
I love Farmers Markets and really have to remember to go to them more often (we have one a block from my work every other Thursday in the summer). I'm not a berry gal, but those do look good, as does your dinner.
I'm glad you got in some pool time.
More wonderful sunset pictures, Glenn.
Savannah looks beautiful. I want to go sometime soon. We were planning on going at the end of July but I just got a new position at work and I can't take any time off in July or August because of inventory. As my older son would say "thumbs down for that!" It'll probably be good to wait anyway, until the boys are older. Anyway, looks like it was a great day!
The farmers market looks fantastic! I love to go to farmers markets. When we first moved here a little over a year ago I went to the farmers market and it was the most pitiful thing I have ever seen. I just had to leave. There were three booths - all of them had yellow squash (about 4-10 each), some lettuce, and that was about it. I could not stop laughing. I still ask myself why we moved here. Almost every day I say "take me back to a city!"
That fresh pasta looks amazing though!
Friday, June 27th was our last full day at Hilton Head and we didn’t have any plans other than to go to the beach, which is a pretty darned good plan, actually.
These are the seats outside of Tide Me Over. They’re like antique tractor seats, but also notice the Mickey-head bases.
I guess we hadn’t gotten to the beach that early previously during the trip because we discovered that since the drink refill station is in Signals, which doesn’t open until 11, there was no way to fill our mugs until then.
He said there wasn’t, but asked what we’d like and brought us out a cup of Sprite and iced tea, with ice! What a nice gesture! I mentioned him by name when we filled out our survey after getting home. Thank you Brad, you rock!
Okay, I tried to come up with something clever to say about this picture and all I can think of is Isabella from “Phineas and Ferb” saying, “Whatcha doin?” (Whatcha dune)
A couple of tourists were out in the water taking selfies like they were teenagers.
Judy stayed true to the Dole Whip the whole time.
I saw a woman walk through here once and get a surprise that I can only describe as “getting bidet’d”.
Looking back over the chapter, this might have been one of the most boring for you as a reader. But it was so relaxing, it was one of the best as a vacationer.
Ohhhhh, I can't wait to see your Low Country Backyard review. We went once and the wait was crazy long so we left. We've thought about going back but talk ourselves out of it.
BEAUTIFUL BEACH AND POOL pics! THANKS! NOTHING BETTER than a Mickey Sandwich and Dole Whip on a hot summer day!
CANNOT WAIT for our end of May trip!YAY!
Sounds like a perfectly lovely day.
I think a beach day is the perfect way to spend your last day at HHI. I learned, after two trips there, that I definitely need an entire week to do everything I want to do. 5 nights is never enough, so next time its 6 or 7. I am eyeing up next spring for a possible return.
I love how hard packed the beach is. Great for running and bike riding.
Yay for all your themed snacks. Why choose one when you can have all of them?
YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE STAYING AT THE BOARDWALK. And your fears will come true - it will spoil you. I have stayed there more than any other resort for just that reason. If it's available I book it or I waitlist it.
That's my anniversary! I wouldn't mind a plan like that for that particular date, either.
Very cool.
Curses! Foiled again!
Nice work, Brad! That's how it's done.
Well. Um. You know, if you have to explain it...
I just hope they were using the waterproof cam--Oh no!!
I knew I liked Judy.
Well, not every ride can be Space Mountain. You have your Hall of Presidents, too.
Not a bad plan at all. Except for the whole being up at 6:30 thing...Friday, June 27th was our last full day at Hilton Head and we didn’t have any plans other than to go to the beach, which is a pretty darned good plan, actually. We were up pretty early, around 6:30
This looks like the most tranquil hammock spot ever.
Neither can we. Carry on.Apparently my walk over to take a picture of the signpost has turned into another mini-photo tour. I can’t resist.
Ok, as much as I just want to roll my eyes at this one, it's pretty creative. Nicely done.Okay, I tried to come up with something clever to say about this picture and all I can think of is Isabella from “Phineas and Ferb” saying, “Whatcha doin?” (Whatcha dune)
The better goal would be to complete the dessert trifecta in one sitting. Now you have a challenge for next time.We got in the water for a little bit, but the skies were starting to look a little ominous, so we moved up to the Beach House at around 1 o’clock. It sprinkled a little, and we found some dessert in the form of an ice cream sandwich and a Dole Whip. Over the week, I completed the dessert trifecta: Dole Whip, Mickey Bar, and Mickey ice cream sandwich. Judy stayed true to the Dole Whip the whole time.
And these kiddie fountains go off randomly. I saw a woman walk through here once and get a surprise that I can only describe as “getting bidet’d”.