A Disney Filled Spring Break-4 Parks & a Magical Cruise! *New 12/11- Completed!*

[scrpbookr]

I'm back to give a little attention to my poor, neglected report. Tomorrow I'll be back at Disney World. I had hoped to be much further along with this trip report before leaving for this next trip but we know how those best laid plans go. Oh well....

I'll pick back up with France. We caught a snippet of Belle in her blue dress as we made our way into France...

The Beauty and the Beast topiary were fantastic!

Chip and Reagan...

Nanny and Mrs. Potts!

Speaking of Nanny, I've recently invited her to join me on my trip to Paris and London the last week of September. She's coming along! We have our flights taken care of. And I've booked a hotel for a few nights at Disneyland Paris. I still need to choose a hotel for a few more nights in Paris. Exciting stuff!

LOVE these!

A performer coming out to set up in France...

Reagan and I decided we were in the mood for ice cream and crepes...

Our crepe on the cooking surface...

Reagan with his cone...

My delicious crepe!

Disney details are the best!

We crossed the bridge between France and the UK...

Sleeping Beauty...

Cindy!

F&GF banner...

So many pretty areas...

English Tea Garden. The tea cup planters are adorable...

Alice was greeting in the Tea Garden...

Reagan and Tick-Tock Croc...

Captain Hook!

 

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While in the UK we enjoyed taking in all the Pooh fun!

Pooh and Friends topiary...

The highlight of the UK was meeting Pooh and Tigger in Christopher Robin's room!

Pooh hug!

Christopher's desk...

Nanny and I visited some, too...

I had my very own Pooh hug!

.... and Tigger, too!

A picture all together...

Before leaving I captured some more of the details in Christopher Robin's room. The top of his dresser...

Corner shelf...

His wagon...

Pooh is so cute!

So many extra special details in the themeing!

We exited into a Kidcot activity area...

I spotted this pin board in the connecting store and made a trade or two...

Front window in the store...

 

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We had a Fast Pass window approaching so we left the World Showcase and made our way towards The Seas...

Nanny gave Reagan a ride...

Taking in the sights along the way...

Reagan is back on foot...

Our destination!

mine!,mine!, mine!

This guy had us going that he was our long, lost cousin Jericho. Reagan and my mom were talking with him first and I came mid-conversation. It took me a minute to realize he was pulling our legs. But before it was all said and done I told him we needed his picture for the family scrapbook...

Our clamshell!

We watched the sea life in Mr. Ray's Lagoon for awhile...

While we were here we took in Turtle Talk with Crush, too. It never disappoints!

Back outside...

We made our way towards the Disney Visa photo spot next. Along the way we passed The Great Piggy Bank Adventure...

Minnie and Pluto were greeting in the Disney Visa Photo Spot.

Puppy love for Reagan!

I think Pluto tried to lick his face...

I snuck in a hug, too!

Reagan took time to scratch Pluto behind his ear...

A photo all together...

I'm about at my photo limit so I'll stop here...

 

[Maddie2]

Continue to enjoy your TR! Glad you snuck an entry in before you leave for WDW again. You lucky, lucky girl, you! Have fun!

 

[DisDance]

Woo an update! Have fun back at the World!!

 

[missangelalexis]

Welcome back. Have an amazing time on your trip!

How great that Nanny will be joining you in September

All the topiary are so awesome!

Great pics with Winnie the Pooh & Tigger.

The 2 pictures of Reagan riding with Nanny are adorable!

Wonderful pictures at the Visa Character Spot too!

 

[scrpbookr]

I'm back from another really great Disney World vacation! I can't get enough! It was a fabulous time documented in just over 2,000 pictures (eek!). I look forward to sharing them here eventually. For now I'll continue on with sharing the March trip.

During our Epcot day we went on the Figment ride for the first time. We have a small Figment trading pin collection that made us curious about this attraction. We were looking forward to it!

On our way over we came across this adorable Tinker topiary! The surprises on every path are definitely one of the best parts of the Flower and Garden Festival!

Tinker!

Our actual destination!

So blurry but it gives an idea of the ride vehicle...

The vision check area....

Smell Lab...

Oh No! Figment is stuck in the scent tank!

The upside down livingroom...

And the upside down bathroom...

upside down kitchen...

Right side up again... Figment is flying high on his bright ideas...

We enjoyed Figment Journey into Imagination. I don't know if we'll have to do it every visit but I know I feel more "Disney complete" for experiencing it!

This Figment picture as you exit the ride is adorable!

We spent a bit of time in the Imageworks, too...

Nanny and Reagan at one of the exhibits...

Reagan tried a few of the other exhibits as well...

When we exited into the gift shop Reagan was in the mood for a bit of shopping. There was a personal, key-chain fan that he couldn't leave without...

Back outside enjoying beautiful Epcot! It really is a gorgeous time there. It was nice in June, too but nothing compared to how exquisite the spring flowers are during the festival.

We were all a bit hungry so we headed to Mexico for some counter service. We had a really yummy meal and I was Pixie Dusted! There was an extra Mangorita that no one picked up so the cashier told me I could have it if I would like to. Yes, please!! Thanks! Everything was scruptious! It was at this meal that I encouraged Reagan to have his first soda with caffeine. It was all part of my plan to help him last through illuminations. It worked.... He was very, very chatty though.

Looking across at World Showcase...

It was beginning to get dark.

We had a few more F&GF highlights to take in before Illuminations... Up next!

 

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I really wanted to see the Monster's University and Cars areas of the Flower and Garden Festival.... preferably before dark. We set off in their directions. Along the way there was a exhibit showing creative flower and vegetable gardening that translates to our own homes. My mom was actively planning her own gardens for home and really enjoyed this area.

This raised table gardening was very clever...

More raised beds....

A flower tower...

The Monstrous Playground was what I was really trying to get to....

Reagan got right to the serious business of playing!

The topiary did not disappoint...

Between trying out the play equipment Reagan humored me by posing for a pic... Look at Mike's braces! the details melt me...

Back to playing. It was an awesome playground!

Monorail red zoomed past nearby....

The next area I was set on finding was the Cars playground. We were on the right path....

Found it!

Mater!

Lightning...

We headed back towards World Showcase to find a spot for Illuminations. We passed the lovely Fantasia displays along the way...

We found a spot for Illuminations and Reagan ate some more of his chicken from dinner in Mexico while waiting for the show to start....

Although none of my Illumination pics came out very well we enjoyed the show overall. It isn't my favorite night time Disney World show but it is special none-the-less.

Good Night to Epcot!

Back to the hotel now! We needed a good nights sleep before boarding the Disney cruise the next day. The morning before the cruise coming up next!

 

[missangelalexis]

Glad you had a great trip and can't wait to hear about it!

Nice getting a free margarita! Glad the soda plan worked

Glad you enjoyed the rest of the night! Can't wait to hear about the cruise portion!

 

[scrpbookr]

Later on this day we would be checking out of Pop and boarding the Disney Magic. When we return to DisneyWorld following the cruise we check in at an All Star Resort so this morning was my last easy chance to explore Pop Century. While my Mom and Reagan were still sleeping I took in all the lovely Pop details!

1950's (this is the section we stayed in)

I enjoyed the signs with little tid bits along the resort paths...

1960's

The Hippy Dippy pool!

My favorite feature in the 60's section!

A bubbler pool along side the Hippy Dippy pool...

Oh wait.... this could be a favorite, too! Who doesn't love playdoh!?

I love this, too!! It's perfect!

1970's

The Big Wheel!

Foos Ball...

Awwwww.... definitely my favorite part of this section!

The mood ring!

Twister!

1980's

I adore these!

an 80's icon for sure!

Pac Man!

A map of what we're exploring...

I'm at my picture limit so I'll pick up in part 2....

 

[scrpbookr]

More 80's! The Walkman!

Roger Rabbit!

The 90's! A stack of floppy discs!

and a laptop.... the Mickey background is the best!

The 50's again...

The bowling ball rack along side the bowling pin pool is a great detail!

Lady and the Tramp!

These display cases in the lobby are too amusing. They are my childhood in a box...

Some great Disney memorabilia...

I really adored this resort. I'm beginning to think deep down I'm a value resort sort of girl. I'm not sure what that says about me....

If you can remember way back in the beginning of this trip report I was pixie dusted by getting to dress Duffy for the day in the Everything Pop store. Reagan had asked me the day before if I thought maybe he could do that, too. This morning when he woke up we walked over to see if it was a possibility. He got lucky and it was!

Reagan and Duffy!

He looked through Duffy's closet and made his choice...

Getting Duffy's hat on...

Looks like a space ranger!

To Infinity and Beyond!

Reagan's certificate for dressing Duffy!

And they make a second certificate to display with Duffy. Really a fun idea for guests!

We looked around the store a bit, too...

Reagan had a cinnamon roll for breakfast.

We had decided that once we were packed and ready to go that we'd make a quick stop in Downtown Disney before heading to the cruise port.... up next!

 

[Maddie2]

Glad to see you back here and continuing on with your trip report!

Reagan is such a doll. It's fun to read about your travels, can't wait to see and read about your cruise!

I'm a value resort kind of girl too. When we go, we are rarely in the room ~ sleep, shower and get back out the door. I can't justify the higher rates. I'd rather have more $ for other things. Plus, the Value themes are just much more fun. Pop Century is our favorite. We've stayed near the Mickey Phone, Play-doh, Tramp and the Foosball Table/Field. We've also stayed at All Star Movies, and while it was fine, we like Pop Century better.

Keep writing! Even if we don't always comment, we are reading!

 

[Duffy Lover]

Wow! I am super impressed by your craftiness! Everything you made is just spectacular...

I was kind of bummed your little guy got tuckered out and missed all the fun at MK. I'm glad the scooter worked out the next day. I am amazed at how much you got accomplished, the crowds looked so low on your trip. When was it exactly?

I also love your photography. I think I would like to learn how to take quality photos (move beyond my phone) before my next trip... Good thing I have almost three years!

I can't wait to read about the cruise!

 

[scrpbookr]

At this point in the morning it was time to check out from Pop Century and move on with our day. We were heading to Port Canaveral to board the Disney Magic but we wanted to make a quick stop at Downtown Disney before leaving Orlando. We were there our first night but it was after a long day of travel. We were all ready to get to the hotel that night. I was looking forward to visiting in the daytime.

Reagan was hungry so we grabbed a cinnamon roll from the resort for him before leaving.

On the drive from POP to DTD Reagan changed Duffy into his sailor outfit which was perfect for boarding the ship later that day!

When we arrived at Downtown Disney we were greeted with this lovely flower pot scene!

Nanny gave Reagan some souvenir money and Reagan decided the Lego store was the place to go with it...

I enjoyed seeing all the Lego displays in the daylight...

Reagan made his purchases and was ready to see the rest of Downtown Disney...

He took my picture with a Lego friend before we left...

This Lego family on display is so adorable!

We also looked around Once Upon a Toy some...

The Duffy section there is great!

We discussed getting this outfit for Duffy but decided against it. It would have been perfect for Pirate Night on the cruise!

We spent a few minutes in the Pin Trading store...

We stopped in at Goofy's Candy Co. for a few sweet treats!

Both sides of this last one were cute!

We were done at Downtown Disney and it was time to head to the cruise ship! It is about a 45 minute drive. Before long we began to see signs...

And a couple minutes later our ship came into view!!

We left our car at a Park-n-Cruise lot nearby and they dropped us at the cruise terminal. We were all excited to be boarding! Nanny!

... and Reagan!

I'm about at my picture limit so I'll stop here and pick up with boarding the ship in my next entry!

 

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We were all so excited to be boarding the ship! Embarkation went very smoothly.

We checked out this model of the Magic that they had on display in the check in area. Reagan spent a lot of time studying this. I had to pull him away to complete his check in portion. One of the sides is solid like this...

The other is open to the inside so you can see the inner workings! Very cool...

After entering through the mouse ears....

.... that long awaited moment of having your family's name announced as you enter the ship had arrived. Cast members are lined up to welcome you....

This adorable bronze statue also greets you!

We wanted to check out our room and put our stuff away. I was tickled to see Mickey's hand pointing to the different floors at the elevator!

Atrium view...

We were really happy with our home away from home during the cruise!

Sitting area that converted to a single bed...

Dreams Unlimited, the travel agent, had arranged a gift basket for us...

Love the Disney pillow.... and how they flip it at bedtime!

Desk and TV area...

Split bath...

And one of the pictures on the wall...

We noticed in the Navigator that there was a bit of an open house in kids club. Reagan and I went to check it out. I was SO glad we did because this is one of the only times they let adults in and the only time to take pictures of the area.

As you approach posters give you a bit of a preview...

The Pixie Hollow dress up area...

A great screen time area...

The Mickey Mouse Club area..

Avengers area...

The Andy's room section of kids club was our favorite. I have enough pictures of that for it's own entry so I'll stop here and pick up in the next entry....

 

[scrpbookr]

Our favorite part of kids club was Andy's Room. It's perfect! This entry is going to be basically pictures only showing this area we enjoyed so much.

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Reagan decided Hamm wanted to wear Mr. Potato Head's hat...

One more peek at Slinky...

 

[heaven2dc]

Disney ships are so beautiful! Would love to take my grandkids on a Disney cruise one day All of the rooms in the Kids Club are so cute - would be so fun to be able to decorate our own kids/grandkids' rooms like that!

 

[missangelalexis]

Great Pop photos! SO great that Reagan got to dress Duffy, he picked a great outfit!

Going to DtD sounds like it was a nice thing to do before heading to the cruise!

Nice room and cute pics of the Kids Club, especially Andy's Room!

 

[scrpbookr]

After exploring the kids club area we headed off to see some more of the ship and more importantly Reagan needed ice cream!

We had to take a break from the exploring to take part in a quick life boat drill..

After that it was almost time for the sail away show so we stayed pretty near the pool stage area...

Reagan had his sail away pom poms at the ready!

The music and dancing started and shortly after that some of our favorite friends joined the party!

Minnie gave Pluto a little love!

Her cruise outfit is so cute!

I cannot imagine a more fun way to get ready for sail away!

Chippies!

We stopped back in our room after the sail away show. On our way back I took a picture of the mural that was in one of the staircases...

Donald's sailor suit...

There's artwork all over the ship but this particular wall really appealed to me...

We had arranged a Fish Extender exchange here on the DIS Boards with others cruising on this same sailing. When we returned to our room we had our first delivery. The Disney cups were a favorite gift and we used them a lot on the cruise!

We freshened up a bit and then took Reagan to meet Captain America! It turns out my mom really likes Captain America and she asked Reagan to get his autograph for her while they were sitting a waiting.

Reagan did ask him and there was a funny exchange about not having many Grandma's ask for his autograph....

Once Captain America found out Grandma was close by he insisted Nanny come over for her own autograph and join in the picture, too. She said something very school girl to him along the lines of, "I really love your movies." It was super cute!

It was getting close to our dinner time so we headed back mid ship. I took another picture of the pretty atrium...

Dinner on our first night was at Luminere's. That's coming up in the next entry....

 

[missangelalexis]

The Sail Away party looks so fun!

Aww Nanny & Captain America, so cute!