April 2010 ABD Backstage Magic : California Here We Come!!!

[corky441]

Not togas but the GCH robes that are in each room.

I feel bad for our guides, but I really think the hotels should also inform their guests that we'll be there

44 DISers in bathrobes all getting off the elevators on the way to the hot tubs -

 

[dpuck1998]

Shhhhhhhhhhhhhh!

<----- this smiley just got a whole new meaning.

Still not the best smiley but my new second favorite

I feel bad for our guides, but I really think the hotels should also inform their guests that we'll be there

44 DISers in bathrobes all getting off the elevators on the way to the hot tubs -

with baby oil

 

[Dodie]

Oh my. As if we weren't getting in enough trouble ourselves. Now we have visitors.

 

[jeanigor]

Oh my. As if we weren't getting in enough trouble ourselves. Now we have visitors.

We prefer to be called guests, not visitors. =)

 

[corky441]

I think I'll let someone else do the daily countdown list tomorrow

I will just sit here and look angelic and innocent

 

[jeanigor]

I think I'll let someone else do the daily countdown list tomorrow

I will just sit here and look angelic and innocent

And everyone will believe you are, just like we all think Don is....

 

[corky441]

We prefer to be called guests, not visitors. =)

Todd - you're family

 

[DisneyKevin]

Ok....I'm going to be the mean Dad here.....

I need to turn this thread back into our ABD discussion thread.

I have other ABD clients that I point in this direction, so that they can get some answers and see how a discussion thread for a particular trip develops and folks can get to know each other.

In the last few hours...they might think we know each other too well.

Thanks for being understanding.

 

[Dodie]

Ok....I'm going to be the mean Dad here...I need to turn this thread back into our ABD discussion thread...Thanks for being understanding.

 

[stenogoddess]

 

[corky441]

that goes double for me.

 

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Hey guys, since there have been a number of non-ABDers popping up, I thought today might be the day to post and say that I can't wait to see you all when you come out for the trip.

I also have a couple local points.

1) Even though I work in Hollywood, I do not know where there police station and holding pens are. I live, however, 10 minutes away from your hotel and do know that should you misbehave at Mickey's of Glendale, the Disney police will take you to the very-strict Burbank police. I do know where that is and might come to bail you out.

2) I have seen the hearsts for one of Haunted Hollywood tours. Make sure the one you take shows you some of the cooler sights, like the Roosevelt Hotel (which is one block from the Renn).

3) The robes at the Grand Californian Hotel will leave waffle bruises in your skin if you fall asleep in them. I know.... I laughed at Ian for days....

4) Make sure you look at the "Grand Adventures" leaflet in your GCH check-in packet. I'm working on a blog on those special offerings for GCH guests. If anyone has 7:30am available, they offer a power-walk in DCA on some mornings, BEFORE the park opens. Great photo opportunities and wonderful morning atmosphere.

5) If some of y'all are still planning on doing In and Out Burger in Hollywood, be advised that it is a bit of a walk (several blocks) and it isn't the greatest area. Stay on main streets and in a group.

6) Do walk over and try a Beard Papas cream puff in the shop at Hollywood and Highland. They are super addictive. I like them much better than paying for a treat at the Disney Soda Fountain. Also take the time to look at all of the cool decor of the compley, while eating your cream puff.

I just want to wish you all the best fun for this trip! Anna and a couple of the others have my phone number. Ian has given me permission to see you on your off-time (if you have any!!!)

 

[kab407]

Hi Nancy!

Thanks for the hints and suggestions. I'm all for pastries!

Hope we do get to see you and not just to bail us out jail.

 

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Thanks Kathy.

I know you'll see me at some point. I may hook up with a dinner group on Monday or Wednesday.

FYI - if anyone is in early, there is an "uber-Fabulous" Chinese place up on top of the hill, overlooking the Hollywood and Highland complex -Yamashiro/The Pagoda Bar. Chock full of Hollywood history and slightly pricey, but fab atmosphere. Casual dress. http://www.thepagodabar.com/ Cheap cab ride - less than a mile up the hill - too far to comfortably walk, since it is all incline and smaller, winding roads.

Seems like a place y'all would like!

 

[corky441]

Hey guys, since there have been a number of non-ABDers popping up, I thought today might be the day to post and say that I can't wait to see you all when you come out for the trip.

I also have a couple local points.


6) Do walk over and try a Beard Papas cream puff in the shop at Hollywood and Highland. They are super addictive. I like them much better than paying for a treat at the Disney Soda Fountain. Also take the time to look at all of the cool decor of the compley, while eating your cream puff.

I just want to wish you all the best fun for this trip! Anna and a couple of the others have my phone number. Ian has given me permission to see you on your off-time (if you have any!!!)

Ooooooooooooooo yum, Cream Puffs. I'm always looking for another way to gain more weight

Thanks for all the great ideas - looking forward to meeting you too

 

[DisneyKevin]

26

Twenty six

August 26, 1920 - The day the Women's Sufferage battle was won.

26 Days until The Dis Unplugged Traveling Show descends on Hollywood.

26

 

[dpuck1998]

26

Twenty six

August 26, 1920 - The day the Women's Sufferage battle was won.

26 Days until The Dis Unplugged Traveling Show descends on Hollywood.

26

26 is the only single number between a square and a cube!

 

[klam_chowder]

26

Twenty six

August 26, 1920 - The day the Women's Sufferage battle was won.

26 Days until The Dis Unplugged Traveling Show descends on Hollywood.

26

and creampuffs sound fab to me! I Beard Papa and I'll have to get my fill cuz none around here

See y'all in chat tonite

cheers,

 

[tickledtink33]

Thanks Kathy.

I know you'll see me at some point. I may hook up with a dinner group on Monday or Wednesday.

FYI - if anyone is in early, there is an "uber-Fabulous" Chinese place up on top of the hill, overlooking the Hollywood and Highland complex -Yamashiro/The Pagoda Bar. Chock full of Hollywood history and slightly pricey, but fab atmosphere. Casual dress. http://www.thepagodabar.com/ Cheap cab ride - less than a mile up the hill - too far to comfortably walk, since it is all incline and smaller, winding roads.

Seems like a place y'all would like!

I think this restaurant looks good Nancy but i believe it is Japanese.

 

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Doh!!!!
Kim - you are correct. I wrote Chinese, and then was thinking "Pagoda" and even looked it up to get the link.

In my heart, I knew it was Japanese - my fingers just didn't fix it! I even edited the first sentence!