CRT where were the Princesses!?

[Diz-Mommy]

I was soooo thrilled I was able to secure reservations for Cinderella's Royal table. Not so much for my son, even though he does love smiling at pretty girls, but for my nieces. What a cool opportunity to get some beautiful pictures of them with the Princesses in their beautiful ball gowns, right? WRONG!

Cinderella was gracious and beautiful yes, but when we got upstairs I was left wondering "Where are all the princesses??". Mary Poppins was there...and while I think nannies SHOULD be held to a higher ranking, because I too am a childcare provider, I didn't think she fell under the "princess" category! Then there was Belle in her house dress..."where was her beautiful golden yellow gown we see in the stage show?" And the Fairy God Mother? Okay she goes with the Cinderella theme so I'll let her pass.

Snow White was lovely however and gave my little man a smooch on his forehead leaving a big red kiss mark. How cute!

I was just really hoping the girls would get pretty pictures with the TRUE Princesses. Belle in her pretty yellow gown, Sleeping Beauty in her pink, and Ariel (My DH said, how's she suppose to walk around?) "DUH! She had legs in the end of the movie!" Even Pocahontas and Mulan would have been great to show some diversity! That being said, I think its time Disney made a movie with an African American Princess.

The food was good and the service was nice, but just with all the hype, I was expecting the "wow" factor that I always note Disney for.

Anyone else leave wondering where all the Princesses where?

 

[agotta]

I am confused. You saw Snow White, Belle and CINDERELLA? But your post says where were the princesses?

 

[Diz-Mommy]

It was just not what I expected it to be. Seeing the 3 Princesses was enough for my neices, but I was just a little disappointed that the only one dressed up in a pretty ball gown was Cinderella. I mean people wake up at 4am to get reservations to this thing! I expected it not to just be "nice", but "amazing".

Perhaps peak season guests get more of the Princesses?

 

[agotta]

I think it's a hit or miss kinda thing. At least you saw Cindy and Snow (she's my favorite!!) How was the food?

 

[Diz-Mommy]

I thought the food was typical for Disney lots of carbs and fat, but all in all yummy. It depends on what kind of "eater" you are if you'll like the food...I could see a vegatarian or health food nut not enjoying it too much. But we are pretty much junk food junkies, so no complaints here!

 

[CareBearLover]

I think it would be great if Disney had more princesses of different races and ethnicities (sure they have Pocahontas, Mulan, and Jasmine but there are so many other cultures Disney could introduce through their princesses to both children and adults). Anyways, I'm sorry to hear that event didn't really meet your expectations. They should have had all of the princesses at the table in their princess outfits but I guess a lot of children will be satisfied either way so I'm happy to hear that they yours enjoyed it. I hope you had a fun time as well.

 

[tjmouse]

You need to go to PSB next time. They had Belle (in yellow), Snow, Aurora, Mulan and Jasmine at breakfast. Ariel is there for lunch and sometimes Mary is there too.

 

[Diz-Mommy]

You need to go to PSB next time. They had Belle (in yellow), Snow, Aurora, Mulan and Jasmine at breakfast. Ariel is there for lunch and sometimes Mary is there too.

I know I should know what PSB is, but I must confess that I don't. Help?

 

[agotta]

Princess Storybook Breakfast- Norway

 

[ducklite]

I think the tables at CRT are just too tight for Belle to appear in the ball gown. Sorry you were disappointed.

Anne

 

[fabumouse]

I'm with you, Diz-Mommy - I went there expecting the princesses/castle/jewels and beautiful dresses theme and it fell a bit short. I suspect it's like when a good movie comes out - if everyone raves about it, it almost has to fall short of expectations. But I still wouldn't go back.

 

[disneyphanatic1911]

I think its time Disney made a movie with an African American Princess.

You know, I was thinking the same thing! Are there any plans in the works for this?

 

[Princess Glenda]

We've been to CRT three times now and everytime we have seen Cinderella, Belle (in blue), Mary Poppins, Aurora, Snow White and the Fairy Godmother. We were told by a CM once that the yellow Belle costume weighs a TON and that is why the blue one is worn. Each time the princesses were perfect in character and mannerisms and we really enjoyed the whole experience. I'm sorry you missed out on seeing Aurora. We've never been to the Norway breakfast but we might give it a try next trip.

 

[J.C.&ALI'SMOM]

We have been several times and have enjoyed seeing a variety of princesses at CRT. We have also seen Prince Charming and Aladdin. Guess that really would have thrown you There have usually been 4-5 characters at a meal. It sounds like the character selection during your meal was very representative of CRT, nothing out of the ordinary.

Belle has never worn the ball gown when we have been there and Mary Poppins has been there more than once during the meals we have had.

We have seen Mulan and Jasmine at PSB. Maybe that would have been more satisfying to you.