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

[jeanigor]

Kathy, I think Kevin nixed the toga festivities so you'll need to bring something else ...and I hope the rain jacket isn't a "trenchcoat"




Wow, this thread was busy over the weekend - I wasn't on the boards and had yesterday off too so I'm gonna go catch up...BRB!

cheers,

K-Cat has to earn her * somehow.....

 

[klam_chowder]

First off......POST #3,000!!!

Congrats on 3,000
And the pic of you and Kat

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Linda and Kevin

belated but no less heartfelt birthday wishes to you, Linda & Kevin

It was great to have the opportuntity to visit with grandpa, he is holding his own and still has that incredible sense of humor!

Wonderful to hear it was a good visit...continued for grandpa!

See you all real soon - happy travelling to those leaving early as you head out!

Hi Lynne!

Really though, Have a great trip!! I wish I was going!!

We'll be thinking of you Mike!

I know you don't all follow college basketball, but you've probably seen my posts about our beloved Butler Bulldogs here and there. I can say that they gave it their all and that they almost beat a college basketball juggernaut with a budget, facilities, and resources about ten times the size of theirs.

Fab that you had such a good time with it, Dodie. It was exciting just to hear about it! They're lucky to have you as a fan

the maternity ward is filled with Dumbo art. The OB recovery ward is all original Mary Blair.

Wow, almost worth having a baby just to see it...I said almost!

Has anyone noticed the weather has drastically changed for next week? It's crazy, yesterday, it looked so good!

lalalalalalalalalalalalalalalalalala


Woohooo - one week from today our Adventure will actually begin!

cheers,

 

[kab407]

Kathy, I think Kevin nixed the toga festivities so you'll need to bring something else ...and I hope the rain jacket isn't a "trenchcoat"

Must remember to pack a pair of stilettos....

 

[DisneyKevin]

Ok folks....

I have gotten word on our third guide for our Adventure.

I'm told that the guide "might" pop in and out of our group and will probably be training to do this tour in the future.

I asked about gratuities and was told that the possible third guide would not expect a gratuity.

I know this question has come up and I hope this information helps with planning.

 

[kab407]

K-Cat has to earn her * somehow.....

*!

Heck!! I've hit RED and Underlined status.

 

[Dodie]

I asked about gratuities and was told that the possible third guide would not expect a gratuity. I know this question has come up and I hope this information helps with planning.

Heck yes, it helps! More cash available for Mickey's of Glendale or Club 33 merchandise!

 

[kab407]

Ok folks....

I have gotten word on our third guide for our Adventure.

I'm told that the guide "might" pop in and out of our group and will probably be training to do this tour in the future.

Are we really the group to be using for training purposes? I mean, we're us!

 

[corky441]

Ok folks....

I have gotten word on our third guide for our Adventure.

I'm told that the guide "might" pop in and out of our group and will probably be training to do this tour in the future.

I asked about gratuities and was told that the possible third guide would not expect a gratuity.

I know this question has come up and I hope this information helps with planning.

Thanks Kevin -

I was just thinking about that this morning. Of course I tried to do a thread search to find the actual post where the amount was talked about, but to no avail

Would someone be so kind as to point me to that post and/or remind me how much $ it is again

I did start packing last night

Why are men's shoes so darn big and heavy? Trying to pack one bag apiece and keep it under 50lbs is so not the "fun" part of this adventure

 

[klam_chowder]

Are we really the group to be using for training purposes? I mean, we're us!

I thought the same thing...the poor guide might stagger away with visions of lime green and orange Mickey heads swirling around



cheers,

 

[ImTooExcitedToSleep]

Heck yes, it helps! More cash available for Mickey's of Glendale or Club 33 merchandise!

Speaking of Club 33 merchandise....

I'm not sure if anyone has mentioned it, but the Club 33 merchandise is in a small case in the hallway and is serviced by the hostesses. I'm picturing 43+ DISers all trying to get their shopping done after breakfast.

Some of you might want to consider sneaking out for a few minutes during breakfast to make your purchases. Just a suggestion.

Tom

 

[corky441]

Are we really the group to be using for training purposes? I mean, we're us!

I guess they figure if she can handle us - she can handle any group that comes along

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

I'm late to the party ...

Happy belated Birthday Kevin and Linda!

Jennifer

 

[DisneyTaylors]

Good morning adventure peeps! I'm dragging just a bit, having not gotten home from the NCAA championship game until after 1:30 a.m.

I know you don't all follow college basketball, but you've probably seen my posts about our beloved Butler Bulldogs here and there. I can say that they gave it their all and that they almost beat a college basketball juggernaut with a budget, facilities, and resources about ten times the size of theirs.

Positive: I beat Phillip in our annual NCAA bracket competition by a LOT this year!

Negative: Every year for the past 7 or 8 years we watch for the Butler schedule to be released and I buy tickets for 2 or 3 home games the day they go on sale. (The campus is about 5 miles from our house.) I have a feeling that, this year, I'll have to be online the second they are available. Those seats on the lower level of Hinkle Fieldhouse are going to be harder to come by.

Super Positive: The official part of our adventure starts one week from today!

Dodie - Butler should be very proud of their effort and I think there are probably alot of new Butler fans today.

- Bill

 

[Dodie]

Thanks Kevin -

I was just thinking about that this morning. Of course I tried to do a thread search to find the actual post where the amount was talked about, but to no avail

Would someone be so kind as to point me to that post and/or remind me how much $ it is again

It wasn't on here Marilee. It was in that little booklet that they sent with the backpacks I think.

 

[tickledtink33]

Ok folks....

I have gotten word on our third guide for our Adventure.

I'm told that the guide "might" pop in and out of our group and will probably be training to do this tour in the future.

I asked about gratuities and was told that the possible third guide would not expect a gratuity.

I know this question has come up and I hope this information helps with planning.

This is helpful Kevin, thanks.

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

I haven't been online for a few days. So, I'll add this too ...

Happy belated Easter All!

Jennifer (& Family)

 

[tickledtink33]

Thanks Kevin -

I was just thinking about that this morning. Of course I tried to do a thread search to find the actual post where the amount was talked about, but to no avail

Would someone be so kind as to point me to that post and/or remind me how much $ it is again

I did start packing last night

Why are men's shoes so darn big and heavy? Trying to pack one bag apiece and keep it under 50lbs is so not the "fun" part of this adventure

Our booklet recommends $6-$9 per day, per person, for each guide.

 

[corky441]

It wasn't on here Marilee. It was in that little booklet that they sent with the backpacks I think.

Our booklet recommends $6-$9 per day, per person, for each guide.

AHA - that would explain my futile search on the thread - I knew I saw it but for the life of me I couldn't remember where . . .

Dino would say it's "old Age", but I prefer to think of it as "Over extended brain activity "

 

[tardis1029]

Now that we are getting closer and closer - I found this and thought that I would share it with you all ....

2010 Dates: Daily April 16 - May 31

Disney's California Food and Wine Festival returns in 2010 for a six-week run. Celebrating The Art of Flavor, events will be held daily from April 16-May 31, 2010 at Disney's California Adventure park.

Festival events include cooking schools, winemaker dinners, and hundreds of cooking demonstrations and wine, beer, and spirit seminars. These events take place all over Disney's California Adventure Park, with venues at the Pacific Wharf, Sunshine Plaza, Hollywood Pictures Backlot, and the Bountiful Valley Farm. New this year, the Festival Showplace, located in Stage 12 in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot, will host a number of events and seminars, including Sweet Sundays, as well as the Festival Gift Shop and Wine Seller. The Taste of California Marketplace, featuring tapas-sized tastings, returns to its new location in the Festival Showplace. In addition, Festival-inspired menu items will be available at a number of restaurants throughout the park. The Festival Welcome Center will be located in Sunshine Plaza where daily event schedules are available and guests may make same day reservations for Festival events, pending availability. The Chef Showcase Stage, featuring culinary demonstrations with celebrity chefs, is also located in Sunshine Plaza. The Festival Wine Walks, offering up to four wine tastings from around the world or a single region, are back, as is the Festival Beer Walk, which features ales, lagers, and craft beers from around the world.

The Signature Events, such as winemaker dinners, the Napa Rose Cooking School, Sweet Sundays, and Taste are "ticketed" and require reservations and payment in advance. New this year is a $1.00 charge for the wine, beer, and spirits tasting seminars. This will be collected in the queue when wristbands are issued - cash only. There is still no charge for the culinary demonstrations or Jr. Chef program.

Starting February 16, register on-line for any of the ticketed events at: http://www.disneyland.com/foodandwine

John and I can't wait to FINALLY MEET everyone !! ...Micki

 

[tickledtink33]

Now that we are getting closer and closer - I found this and thought that I would share it with you all ....

2010 Dates: Daily April 16 - May 31

Disney's California Food and Wine Festival returns in 2010 for a six-week run. Celebrating The Art of Flavor, events will be held daily from April 16-May 31, 2010 at Disney's California Adventure park.

Festival events include cooking schools, winemaker dinners, and hundreds of cooking demonstrations and wine, beer, and spirit seminars. These events take place all over Disney's California Adventure Park, with venues at the Pacific Wharf, Sunshine Plaza, Hollywood Pictures Backlot, and the Bountiful Valley Farm. New this year, the Festival Showplace, located in Stage 12 in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot, will host a number of events and seminars, including Sweet Sundays, as well as the Festival Gift Shop and Wine Seller. The Taste of California Marketplace, featuring tapas-sized tastings, returns to its new location in the Festival Showplace. In addition, Festival-inspired menu items will be available at a number of restaurants throughout the park. The Festival Welcome Center will be located in Sunshine Plaza where daily event schedules are available and guests may make same day reservations for Festival events, pending availability. The Chef Showcase Stage, featuring culinary demonstrations with celebrity chefs, is also located in Sunshine Plaza. The Festival Wine Walks, offering up to four wine tastings from around the world or a single region, are back, as is the Festival Beer Walk, which features ales, lagers, and craft beers from around the world.

The Signature Events, such as winemaker dinners, the Napa Rose Cooking School, Sweet Sundays, and Taste are "ticketed" and require reservations and payment in advance. New this year is a $1.00 charge for the wine, beer, and spirits tasting seminars. This will be collected in the queue when wristbands are issued - cash only. There is still no charge for the culinary demonstrations or Jr. Chef program.

Starting February 16, register on-line for any of the ticketed events at: http://www.disneyland.com/foodandwine

John and I can't wait to FINALLY MEET everyone !! ...Micki

Thanks for the info but we are one step ahead of you on this.