Are people always like this? - A Solo Adventure Spring Break 2018 (Completed 5/20/18)

[skier_pete]

We were evacuated a few years back from Pirates. It was really cool. It broke down just feet from the exit, right by the jail/dog with keys scene. Here's what we had to watch for about 20 minutes.



They ended up putting people in the water with giant waders, and pushed all the boats backwards two scenes to the first fire scene. They off-loaded us from the boats and we had to go through the back of the attraction and then wander through the backstage for a while to come back out around the side of the ride. We got a FP for our trouble. Definitely a fun experience, except that it probably took about 45 minutes of lost time and the ride was down the rest of the day.

Quick question for you - Homecomin' versus Edison. We are planning our October couple-only getaway and while we are mostly targeting Food and Wine we don't want to go near Epcot Saturday night, so we were thinking of either eating a late dinner at Homecomin' and then heading to Edison for the late-night entertainment, OR just going directly to the Edison. I've generally heard better things about Art Smith's place, so I'm leaning towards that, but there's a few things at Edison that sound intriguing, if pricey. Homecomin' also takes TIW and Edison doesn't, so that also factors in that Homecomin' would get 20% off. DS is so not our thing anymore, but the Edison tempts me. (I could care less about shopping, and there are plenty of restaurants around property without the PITA of a trip to DS.)

 

[rteetz]

Quick question for you - Homecomin' versus Edison. We are planning our October couple-only getaway and while we are mostly targeting Food and Wine we don't want to go near Epcot Saturday night, so we were thinking of either eating a late dinner at Homecomin' and then heading to Edison for the late-night entertainment, OR just going directly to the Edison. I've generally heard better things about Art Smith's place, so I'm leaning towards that, but there's a few things at Edison that sound intriguing, if pricey. Homecomin' also takes TIW and Edison doesn't, so that also factors in that Homecomin' would get 20% off. DS is so not our thing anymore, but the Edison tempts me. (I could care less about shopping, and there are plenty of restaurants around property without the PITA of a trip to DS.)

That's hard because they are different experiences. Based on solely the food I would choose Homecomin'. If you are looking to stay and drink and have entertainment than Edison is a good option. The food to me is good at both but I give the edge to Homecomin'. Just looking at atmosphere I give it to Edison. I also didn't experience the nighttime entertainment at Edison only what happens during Lunch.

 

[skier_pete]

That's hard because they are different experiences. Based on solely the food I would choose Homecomin'. If you are looking to stay and drink and have entertainment than Edison is a good option. The food to me is good at both but I give the edge to Homecomin'. Just looking at atmosphere I give it to Edison. I also didn't experience the nighttime entertainment at Edison only what happens during Lunch.

Well, that's why we are thinking dinner at Homecomin (I have an 8:40 PM reservation) and then drinks and entertainment at Edison. Seems like the best of both worlds.

 

[rteetz]

Well, that's why we are thinking dinner at Homecomin (I have an 8:40 PM reservation) and then drinks and entertainment at Edison. Seems like the best of both worlds.

That is probably your best option.

 

[CaseFace5]

The Edison was just finishing being built when I was there last, but we peaked in the windows and it looks awesome! I really want to try it. That burger looks great!

 

[rteetz]

The Edison was just finishing being built when I was there last, but we peaked in the windows and it looks awesome! I really want to try it. That burger looks great!

I definitely recommend giving it a try!

 

[JennLTX]

OOoooo, your lights-on Space Mountain experience looks AWESOME!!!!

 

[rteetz]

OOoooo, your lights-on Space Mountain experience looks AWESOME!!!!

It was!

 

[Dis5150]

The lights on in Space Mountain is exactly why I don't ride it anymore! I am always freaked out about being decapitated lol.

 

[rteetz]

The lights on in Space Mountain is exactly why I don't ride it anymore! I am always freaked out about being decapitated lol.

It's all part of the fun

 

[SouthFayetteFan]

Big Al is also my favorite. I really enjoy me some country bears

 

[wdwnut61]

Glad you enjoyed your lunch at The Edison
The interior looks really cool can’t wait to eat there
Seeing SM with the lights on

 

[rteetz]

Big Al is also my favorite. I really enjoy me some country bears

Agreed!

Glad you enjoyed your lunch at The Edison
The interior looks really cool can’t wait to eat there
Seeing SM with the lights on

Definitely recommend it!

 

[SarahDisney]

I think I've heard other experiences of people waiting a while at The Edison even though it wasn't crowded ... they probably just don't want to pay enough staff to turn over the tables quickly. At least the food was good.

Cool that you saw Space Mountain with the lights on from the PeopleMover! My cousin once saw Space Mountain with the lights on and now she refuses to ride it. I don't know if I ever want to see it ... it might freak me out too much.

One of these days I should probably see Country Bear Jamboree, right? It's one of those super classic things that I just have to do eventually (that and Tiki Room).

 

[rteetz]

I think I've heard other experiences of people waiting a while at The Edison even though it wasn't crowded ... they probably just don't want to pay enough staff to turn over the tables quickly. At least the food was good.

Cool that you saw Space Mountain with the lights on from the PeopleMover! My cousin once saw Space Mountain with the lights on and now she refuses to ride it. I don't know if I ever want to see it ... it might freak me out too much.

One of these days I should probably see Country Bear Jamboree, right? It's one of those super classic things that I just have to do eventually (that and Tiki Room).

Yeah it definitely seems like a common thing with their seating.

It didn’t freak me out at all.

Yes please go see it!

 

[rteetz]

Its a crowded Happily Ever After

After Big Thunder I headed over to stake out a spot for Happily Ever After. It was already pretty crowded and the people kept packing in front of the castle.

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I ended up having a small window for photos as kids went up on shoulders in front of me....

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[rteetz]

Its a crowded Happily Ever After

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The park was still open for a bit so I headed over to do the Peoplemover again (because why not?) and Haunted Mansion!

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And I capped off the night with a Dole Whip!

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Up Next: I rope drop Magic Kingdom!

 

[rteetz]

Go see Infinity War!

That is all...

 

[BigRed98]

Happily Ever After is such a good firework and projection show and there's no better way to cap off a Magic Kingdom night then by getting a dole whip!

Go see Infinity War!

That is all...

I'm guessing it was a great movie.

 

[rteetz]

Happily Ever After is such a good firework and projection show and there's no better way to cap off a Magic Kingdom night then by getting a dole whip!



I'm guessing it was a great movie.

Agreed although I still miss wishes a bit.

It was awesome!