AKL Bound...See you next Saturday!!!

[englishrose47]

Hi Cornfield Gal!!

 

[minniemouse88]

We will be in Disney May 23-31. Staying at AKL . What can everyone tell me about the weather in May?

 

[bertegirl]

Not sure myself...here is what I found

MONTH MAY
TEMPERATURE (AVERAGE) - HIGH: 88ºf / 31ºc
TEMPERATURE (AVERAGE) - LOW: 66ºf / 19ºc
RAINFALL (AVERAGE) - IN INCHES: 3.6
COMMENT ABOUT THE MONTH: Crowds are moderate, but towards the end of the month, there are more school groups visiting.

After an Iowa winter....I take anything above freezing!

 

[alan_renfroe]

May is absolutely AWESOME!! It is hot enough to go to all the waterparks, but not too crowded. You run a risk of rain almost everyday, but it doesn't last long and most all of the attractions are indoors anyway. We loved going last May so much that we are going back again this May.

 

[bertegirl]

So my DB leaves tomorrow to fly back to Iraq. It was so great to have him home for 2 weeks. We are so lucky we got to spend the holidays with him.

It made me even more thankful for upcoming trip. I just paid for our park n fly. Have never used it before, but it will save us over $50. Ever penny counts when you head to Disney.

I watched the entire 2009 Disney dvd today. Wow...that actually had a ton on information on it. Made my DD even more excited about the rides. Hard to explain them to a 4 year old, so actually seeing them was great. Wish they had some information on dining. I think the quick service is a good idea for us...not into all the reservations and being on a schedule. Of course there are soooo many places we would love to try. Have to plan another vacation as soon as we get back. Actually we already are, but that Disneyland 2010. We have to go home and see my family, too!

So does anyone have any great photos of Wilderness Lodge? Want to see the pool and quick service food area?

So the ice is finally melting...still feel so bad for all the vehicles in the ditch on I35 and pray all were ok!

How many days until the sun shines and the ice melts?

 

[bertegirl]

So we updated to the Disney Dining Plan. Our TA told us dining is one of the best things about Disney. Didn't realize you can miss a ressie if need be...so we shall see how or trip goes. Can't wait to read all the food reviews and menus. So much food so little time. We went from Woods View to Standard and the upgrade on food only cost $40. Can't beat that=)

 

[bertegirl]

So far loving....
Ohana
CRT
Chef Mickeys
Biergarten
Ohana Character Breakfast
Whispering Canyon Cafe

 

[englishrose47]

So far loving....
Ohana
CRT
Chef Mickeys
Biergarten
Ohana Character Breakfast
Whispering Canyon Cafe

I loved Biergarten !! DD will enjoy getting up to dance! They are really good with the kids and I personally LOVE German Food !! Meat and potatoes, my style !! Haven't tried the others although O'Hana s is a poss. for me in May and Chef Mickeys for Sept!! I also love Crystal Palace with Pooh!!

When your TA said Dining was the best part I agree , but not sure what she means about missing the ressies as you have to use em or lose em !!

 

[bertegirl]

Ok this dis junkie needs to go to bed. Realized tonight I need a softer computer chair. My DH is just laughing

Can't wait to read and learn more tomorrow!!!

 

[hlrababy]

I need to get caught up, don't I!!! lol!!

 

[bertegirl]

So Ohana Character Breakfast or Chef Mickeys?

Biergarten or Le Cellier? Think two tiny kids!

 

[BridetobeDisney]

Thanks for the advice. I think we will pass on the hopper. If we want to go back we can always go back to the same resort or just relax at the hotel like mentioned. So we got into CRT and CM exactly when we wanted. I was so totally excited. Forgot that Sunday is going to be Mothers Day while we are there. Not sure if the parks will be extra busy or not. We were planning AK for that day. Just need to think about some reservations. Maybe Boma that night? Any suggestions???

Hey!! I didn't realize you had at PTR! We are staying at AKL now instead of Pop and I told DH that I really want to eat at Boma for mothers day. I just thought that was funny because you mentioned you might go that day too. It is such good food. It is freshly made food and it's not on a steam tray thing. Does that make sense? The kitchen and chefs are right in behind the buffet and constantly putting out fresh food. The food is awesome and definitely not like normal buffet food. There are also kid friendly foods too so if you decide to eat there don't worry. You'll all find something you like. And for dessert there are so many yummy things, including zebra domes!! They are just so awesome.

We're eating at Chef Mickey on friday May 9.

I'm going to subscribe and follow along.

BTW, I'm so glad we have the photopass share!!

 

[bertegirl]

Wednesday May 6
Dinner @ Roaring Forks

Thursday May 7
MGK
Spectro 8 & Wishes 9 (fingers crossed)
Austins 1st haircut
Chef Mickeys 7:35
Nap at hotel
Dinner @ The Pinocchio Village Haus

Friday May 8
DHS
Block Party Bash 3
Breakfast at Roaring Forks
Lunch at Toy Story Pizza Planet
Nap at hotel
Ohana 6:00

Saturday May 9
EPCOT
Illuminations 9
Ohana Character Breakfast 10:00 Austins 1st birthday
San Angel Inn 6:30

Sunday May 10
AK
Parade 4
Breakfast @ Roaring Forks
Lunch at Flame Tree BBQ
Boma 6:00 Any other Mayers doing Mothers Day here?

Monday May 11
MGK
Parade 3
CRT 8:30
Nap at hotel
WCC 6:00

 

[bertegirl]

So excited about the photopass share, too! Can't wait to see everyones photos! Speaking of which...I need to get some upload dates and editing dates started on!!!4 months and counting...yippie

 

[wlwilliams9]

Hey! I'm another May DISer! In my opinion, May is the best time to go! It looks like you have been doing some great planning! I'm sure your family will have a wonderful vacation. Just remember to go with the flow with 2 little ones! Can't wait to read more!

 

[englishrose47]

Hi there !!

 

[bertegirl]

Some family photos....so you can see who I am talking about

Me & DH Its a small world at Disneyland Me and my favorite girls....

DD Aka Princess DS Aka T R O U B L E

 

[bertegirl]

Well its Saturday and of course its snowing in Iowa. Woke up to the plows at 6 am....Ugh! Decided we will paint little Austins pink room khaki and red today and put some plane items up. Hopefully his sister won't want to change rooms when we get done? I will try and post some before and after photos. Must go the paint is calling. Wonder how bad the fumes will be with frozen windows???

 

[racefanof88]

Some family photos....so you can see who I am talking about

Me & DH Its a small world at Disneyland Me and my favorite girls....

DD Aka Princess DS Aka T R O U B L E

Oh my goodness you have a very cute family too. You have little babies......lol. Mine are big ones.....

I am now joining your pre trippie too . I can't wait to see pictures of the room when you are finished.

I live on the gulf coast so I can not even begin to understand what you are dealing with in the cold. It was 73 degrees here today......lol. We were down in Gulf Shores today and I saw an Iowa tag on a car and I told my husband that the guy was a long way from home. Then we saw an Ontario tag.............

You will be leaving Disney 3 days before we get there. Get everything ready for us...........

 

[BridetobeDisney]

Yay!!! You decided to go to Boma on Sunday. I don't know what time we are planning to ADRs though. That day we are going to Epcot and then probably coming back mid afternoon for a nap and eating around 8. That's what schedule Tyson is on right now so hopefully it will stay the same. He usually falls asleep between 4 and 5 pm and sleeps until 7. We eat between 7 and 8. I think it's best to stay on his schedule. Do you think it's ok to eat that late if we already do that at home?

Your family is adorable!! Your kids are just gorgeous.

I have a PTR too if you want to come visit. The link is in my signature.

Yes just let me know when I need to load my pics by. Only 4 months to go!!