Ace Family Trip 2002: Final thoughts

[8caliace]

Cast and crew:

Ace(me): 28. United States Air Force. Disney lover as long as I can remember.
DW: Nancy,28. Became Disney lover when we got engaged at Disneyland.
DS: Nick, 5. Had first Disney experience at 3 months old and hasn't looked back.
My mom: JoAnn. I owe my love of Disney to her since she always took us to Disneyland.
My sis: Vicki, 25. Looking for relaxation above all
My brother: Rob, 21. Can finally have a drink at PI
Brother's G/F: Ali. Is she ready for a week with us all?

Wow, what a trip. The first time we went to WDW was amazing because it was all so new. The second time was just as great. I was afraid this trip might be stale because we had "been there, done that". But I should know better right? This trip was every bit as fantastic as either of the previous. We all really enjoyed how we were able to kick back and take it at a slower pace this time. I know we did not see everything, but we saw all we could and that was plenty sufficient. So here are some random thoughts to close:

All Star resorts: We really enjoyed the resort for the most part. We happened to be there during some kind of "Robot" competition and during grad nights, so it was packed with teens, But they were very well behaved. We got all we requested for our rooms and had a good time. I did however miss SOG, and look forward to its re-opening.

Bus transport: Very efficient at All Stars, but noticed it lacking at other places. I missed walking from SOG to the Poly for the monorail, and missed having a vehicle also. But it all was great for the trip.

Crowds: Seemed to be quite busy to us, as our previous trips had been in September, but very manageable.

Weather: Hot of course. We enjoyed the fact that there was no threat of hurricanes as we had dealt with in previous trips. Only 2 storms of any kind our entire time there.

CM's: Can't think of any example of any bad experiences.

Dining: All I can say is wow. I cannot recall any bad dining experience at all. Everything was great, and I know I will be back at Boma for our next trip.

Kids: I think the first trip was kind of a dream of mine that was fulfilled. DS was only 2 1/2 at the time. But this trip it was so amazing just to step back and watch him really begin to experience all that it is that I love about Disney. It was all the more amazing to have my mom with us. I now know why it was we always made to Disneyland, and for her to experience WDW with her grandson makes it all the more special.

Disney's Armed Forces Salute: All I can say is thanks. I know that here it might go unnoticed, but I will be writing to Disney expressing our thanks for this offer. I kind of never expected something like that from Disney, but the magic shined through again. This deal was such a huge blessing. This package without a doubt saved us probably $1000, even over what we would have paid at SOG.

Thanks again to the DIS and everyone who is a part of it. Such a great place to turn not just for info, but to relive memories and get ready to build new ones. We will most definitely begin our planning for our next trip. Hopefully we will be able to get back next year after SOG re-opens. Hope you folks out there enjoyed reading these as much as I enjoyed reliving my trip here. Thanks again.

 

[jmkst58]

I thought that was wonderful of Disney too. Great report. Sounds like you had a WONDERFUL time.

 

[debyc]

What a great trip you and your family had. I really enjoyed reading your trip report Now I want to plan my next trip too

 

[campingcorgi]

Thanks for writing such a good trip report! I really enjoyed reading about all your fun!!

20 days to go

 

[Annie&Hallie'sMom]

Thanks for your great reports. I really enjoyed them.

 

[jennymouse]

Wow! I enjoyed reading all your trip reports...I learn so much from them. My DGD(6) and I stayed at ASMu last year and we liked it too. Can't wait to try Boma in October!


and.......Thank You for your service to our blessed country!

Jenifer

 

[Credit Man]

Great report! Thanks for posting.

 

[8caliace]

Jennymouse,

Thank you very much for your kind thoughts. It is very appreciated, and I am honored to do what I do. Thanks again.

 

[snoopy two]

Thank you for a terrific trip report. Can you tell me more about Rabbit and Yourride. We always use Mears, but I would love an better alternative.

 

[snoopy two]

Thank you for a terrific trip report. Can you tell me more about Rabbit and Yourride? We always use Mears, but I would love an better alternative.

 

[MickeyMonstersMom]

snoopy two - I'm hearing a lot of great things about Tiffany Towncars. They have sedans and vans, but transport only one family at a time (no crowding into those vans or waiting for everyone else to get off), and best of all, they are cheaper than Mears! I've made reservations with them for our trip in August.

Lori

 

[8caliace]

Everything went so great for us with Rabbitt and Yourride. Even with some last minute changes to our arrival flight, he was there waiting for us. We were a group of 7, so we rode in a van. Rabbitt was nothing but incredibly friendly and helpful, with our 20 pieces of luggage. RIght on time for our pick-up to return home. Don't forget to print out their coupon from their web page also. We would definitely use Yourride again.