Amy,
If you decide to divide forces part of the time at DHS, you might want to consider a few things.
When we split up, we ended up with one group waiting for a long time for the others since it is hard to tell how long an attraction will take. This should not be a problem with shows, since they have a specified start and stop time (as long as each group is able to get in the show they are planning to see and don't have to wait until the next one). Cell phones are pretty crucial at this point.
Sometimes we were able to use the GAC to get one group in one attraction, then pass it off to the other group so they could do something different. We had a bit of trouble about his with our GAP at IOA. Lysi did not want to do a specific ride. Kyle and I got in by Lin showing the GAP then leaving with it. When we got to the boarding area we were turned back. A senior Team Member helped us go back in and get on the ride, but this wasted time.
We also ended up enjoying doing the attractions together even if someone would not have chosen that ride. It was fun to watch Lysi enjoy things so much.
If you do split up, it might be better to plan to meet in a playground area or store where there is at least something to do while waiting.
Bill
Hmmm...I hadn't thought about having only one GAC, but I see what you're saying. Honestly, for the most part I hope to stay together no matter what...unless it comes down to someone missing something they truly want to do. It sounds like we need to cut the list down some more!! My husband is bad about not bringing his cell phone to places when he knows I have mine, but I'll have to make sure we both have our phones for the reasons you mentioned. I think I would just be beside myself if I had to stand around and wait for the others, just wasting time. Of course, if I were shopping in a store, that would not be time wasted. However, it's a curiosity how much more quickly my husband appears if he knows I'm shopping while I'm waiting on him--LOL!! Thank you for the great tips!!
Oh, and Iluvmickeymouse, I meant to say THANK YOU for the awesome advice!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! I am hanging on every word that each of you says!!! You are all wonderful!!! xoxo
Denise, I am saying prayers for your husband! It sounds like everything is going to be OK, and I'm glad. I sure hope so, anyway. Please keep us posted. Thank you for giving me your top ride choices. I love it!! It has stuck in my mind how you said you always call your friend when you get off of Splash Mountain--that is so funny. I giggle every time I think about it!!
I have to confess that I am going to be one of those geeks with the fanny packs on, but mine says "Disney" in cute letters, at least! That still won't carry everything, I don't think, so I think I'll carry one of my shoulder bags, too, with plenty of ziplocks. My older daughter has robbed me of all my shoulder bags, so I'll have to go hunting for one of them in her room. Hope you hear from me again after that.
Well, Denise, you've inspired me to pick my top three at each WDW park. I don't know how I could possibly do that, but I'm going to try. I'll be interested to see what I say my top three picks at each park are after the trip. But for now, here is what I think they will be:
MK
The Haunted Mansion
Pirates of the Caribbean
Splash Mountain
EPCOT
Soarin'
Test Track
World Showcase (just a quick walk-through, just to see it)
HS
Beauty and the Beast
Aerosmith Rock-n-Roller Coaster
Tower of Terror (but I'm scared!!)
AK
Everest
Festival of the Lion King
Kilimanjaro Safari
OK, that was hard!! Esp. MK!!!!!
I am speechless!! This morning a member of the DISboutiquers contacted me to tell me they wanted to spread some pixie dust!! They chose our family to be recipients of their BIG GIVE!!! I am just overcome, and as I have said to several today so far, words simply fail me. These girls are angels to do what they do. I am honored and humbled. WOW. I will definitely be posting pics and giving credit to all the amazing people who have chosen to do this for us!! THANK YOU, DISBOUTIQUERS!! I am truly overwhelmed.
I am speechless!! This morning a member of the DISboutiquers contacted me to tell me they wanted to spread some pixie dust!! They chose our family to be recipients of their BIG GIVE!!! I am just overcome, and as I have said to several today so far, words simply fail me. These girls are angels to do what they do. I am honored and humbled. WOW. I will definitely be posting pics and giving credit to all the amazing people who have chosen to do this for us!! THANK YOU, DISBOUTIQUERS!! I am truly overwhelmed.
That brings tears to my eyes!! YAY!! They are so wonderful, and you are all so deserving!!Is that not the coolest thing ever? Karlyn was chosen as well! Those folks are really stacking up the blessings for what they are doing!
Denise
I hope your Grandma is doing better!!! I'm still praying for HeatherSue's Grandma!!!I'm subscribing so I don't miss any of the outfits you receive! Thanks for the PM about my grandma. You are so sweet.
Glad to have you along for the ride. Several people are laughing at me for all I have planned out, but I can't help it--there's just too much fun stuff to do!! Thank you for being excited for us and for making our trip even more special!!I am really enjoying your pre=trip report! I am so excited for your son and your whole family! You look like a planner! Look at all the things you have planned our already! WOW! Subscribing so I don't miss anything!
Oh, and I wanted to add that I think it is wonderful that MAW has expanded to children with life threatening illness too!