Desperatly Waiting for our Disneymoon!!! - ONLY 4 DAYS AWAY!

[hurleysweety]

This is my first pre-trip report. And its addicting!

Here's whats going on so far!

1. Our Itinerary
2. Whats New in the Parks?
3. What Came in the Mail...and Wedding talk
4. Humidity Issues
5. Less days in Disney
6. Packing List
7. Of Car and Condo
8. Too Busy to Plan? NEVER!
9. Pics from Last Trip - When I was 11!
10. Packing and Wedding Planning Pics!
11. Next Disney Trip - ALREADY???


On our lovely Disneymoon adventure will be myself and my DFi, Blake .
Here we are, old pic, Dec. 2006, but one of my favs!

And everyday we decide we are more excited about disney than the wedding...

About Us~

Me ~ 22 ~ Graphic Designer
Lover of all things Disney!
Favorite Ride ~ Splash Mountain
Favorite Park ~ Magic Kingdom
Looking forward to: besides being just married...the food! I'm a HUGE foodie!
Ride fears: NONE, unless I've just eaten...haha

DFi ~ 24 ~ Insurance Broker & works part time in baseball ops with the Milwaukee Brewers
Lover of all things Walt Disney! (must have read every biography on him!)
Favorite Ride ~ Undecided
Favorite Park ~ Epcot
Looking forward to: Being in Disneyworld with someone who likes it just as much as he does
Ride Fears: Heights...


We become the lovey-dovey all-mushy happy couple on May 31st and will leave for WDW with huge smiles on our faces June 1st. We then will go to Colorado for a second reception the following Sunday June 8th. And because of travels on the arrival and departure day will have a full SIX days in the World. But I like to think of it as June 1st - June 8th...because it just *sounds* longer!
Watch out, sappy, sad moment coming up

UPDATEBecause of reasons beyond my control, we will be leaving on Saturday, not Sunday, with only 4 days in the world, and one day of rest. Oh well, I can be grateful that we get to go. So many people I know would be thrilled to even get the opportunity go, but probably will never have the chance. *sappy moment of true colors coming through*

Sappy sad moment is now over...

We will be staying offsite in Blake's parent's timeshare condo, Worldmark Orlando. I don't know much about it other than its about 15 minutes to the entrance of the park, and on that infamous International Drive I keep hearing about. Either way I am excited to stay here. We'll see what it ends up being like when we get there! Next time, totally staying on property and getting the DDP!

We have made three ADRs per our budget. One for breakfast, one for lunch and one for dinner based on where we were going to be on which day.

Monday - Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch
Thursday - Boma Breakfast (I'm so excited for this one!!)
Friday - Coral Reef Dinner

I have been using TourGuideMike.com and the "Unofficial Guide" for all my trip plans and and am always changing my mind! But we'll have to see what we end up doing when we actually get there. I have a feeling I'll completely forget I had a plan and just turn into a five year old fascinated by every little thing, "Look Blake, a castle! Oohh, the statue, oh and rides! MICKEY!... Touring plan? What touring plan?"

I should mention I have a small obsession with Pirates of the Caribbean and I do think that its a little pathetic, but oh well. I heard about the P&PP about six months ago and thought, "How lame is that..."But after little more research I heard that lots of adults have fun too. Got Blake to jump on board by mentioning the lesser amounts of people and then rides that will be open. Hopefully it will be a good investment after all hyped I am about it!

And last but not least we will be sporting the bride and groom ears. Blake's are already on their way and I have yet to buy mine yet (I am an avid bargain hunter!). I have also begun to purchase other fun things for the trip like new clothes because I can never have enough, on sale of course!

Thats all for now! Now I guess I should get back to work...

 

[Princesskeyblade]

I can't wait to read more!

 

[BeeBopp]

I'm in! Ohh, you are going to have so much fun! DH and I just got back from the world. We dined at Coral Reef, I plan to write my next installment tonight, including our Coral Reef review. I think you'll be happy about eating there! And Boma, LOVED that place! Can't wait to read more about your plans!!

 

[hurleysweety]

Last time I was in Disneyworld: Feb. 1997
Whats new since 1997? A WHOLE LOT, here are the things that interest me most...

1998:
# Disney’s Animal Kingdom opens
# The Tiki Room in Adventureland at Disney’s Magic Kingdom changes its name to “The Enchanted Tiki Room – Under New Management.”
# Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin opens
# Test track opens
# Fantasmic! premieres
# Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride closes in Fantasyland,
# DisneyQuest, an indoor interactive theme park, opens its doors
# Cirque du Soleil La Nouba premieres

1999
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh opens
# The Rock ‘n Roller Coaster – Starring Aerosmith makes its debut
# Disney’s Winter Summerland miniature golf course opens
# Discovery Island closes to guests as an attraction.
# Walt Disney World introduces FASTPASS
# The Asia section of Disney's Animal Kingdom opens with such attractions as Kali River Rapids, Flights of Wonder and Maharajah Jungle Trek.

2000
# DisneyQuest introduces the Pirates of the Caribbean interactive adventure.
# Journey into Your Imagination opens at Epcot.

2001
# Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream opens
# Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! opensnow closed
# The Magic Carpets of Aladdin kiddie ride debuts
# Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage premieres

2002
# Journey into Imagination with Figment opens at Epcot.

Last time DFi was in Disneyworld - New Years Day 2003...
Since then...

2003
# Mission: SPACE opens
# Mickey’s PhilharMagic opens
# The Wishes Nighttime Spectacular makes its debut at Disney’s Magic Kingdom.

2004
# Stitch’s Great Escape opens
# Turtle Talk with Crush! opens

2005
# Walt Disney World launches its “Happiest Celebration on Earth.”
# Soarin’, a “high-flying adventure,” opens
# The Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show opens
# The Crush ‘n’ Gusher, a series of three thrilling water roller coasters opens
# Journey Into Narnia – Creating The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe makes its debut

2006
# Expedition Everest opens
# Pirates of the Caribbean reopens w/ Jack Sparrow
# Disney launches its Year of a Million Dreams celebration on October 1

2007
# Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club opens

2008
# Disney-MGM Studios changes its name to Disney's Hollywood Studios.


Attractions I can't wait to see/go on:
Expedition Everest

Test Track

Splash Mountain

Big Thunder Mountain

Buzz Lightyear - This was taken when I was in Disneyland in 2004 with my parents and sister. As you can see I am very focused and look like I just got some kind of cosmetic surgery that won't let me show any facial expression...HAHA

Pirates

Kilimanjaro Safari

AND soooo Many More!

 

[hurleysweety]

I'm in! Ohh, you are going to have so much fun! DH and I just got back from the world. We dined at Coral Reef, I plan to write my next installment tonight, including our Coral Reef review. I think you'll be happy about eating there! And Boma, LOVED that place! Can't wait to read more about your plans!!

Thanks! I'm very excited to know I picked good places. It was so hard!

I can't wait to read more!

I'm glad you like it so far!

 

[bcbmom]

Beautiful Picture of you guys! Looking forward to hearing more...

 

[hurleysweety]

LOOK! I got a package in the mail today and look what was inside!

DFi tried it on and it was a little small for him. And his head isn't that big

Oh well. I think he looks great in it. I can't wait to get my minnie bride ears. I wanted them for wedding pictures, but I can't find them anywhere for purchase that would justify it financially! I found one for $25 plus $8 shipping. I KNOW they must be cheaper in the World. Anyone know how much they cost?

I am getting very stressed out about the wedding right now too. I am taking on the task of making my own programs and it has turned to be a nightmare. I thought my little printer could print them just fine, but instead it doesn't print on the paper right at all! So now I have to find a printer.

OH, and weddings cost way more than you could ever think they would. There are tons of additional details like, gifts for everyone according to etiquette...gifts for bridesmaids, gifts for ushers, gifts for close family that traveled a long ways to the wedding, gifts for parents, gifts for each other. It adds up so fast!!

Back to Disney! I am so excited than in one month I will be in Disney with my husband. I will be far away from this reality and escape to a world where everything is magical and anything can happen with a little pixie dust!

Next up: FOOD! YUMMMMMY!!! In other words, I'm trying to figure out good places to eat counter service food at. If anyone has ideas, let me know! I also want to know what snacks are worth the splurge!

 

[hurleysweety]

So me, the disney nutcase that I am (thinking of seeking treatment actually...) wants to spend every waking moment in the parks. I haven't been in 11 years and barely remember what it even looks like! SO I should right?

I mean, we are going to be away from the parks until around 5 PM to lay low until the P&PP. Am I ridicilous...well DFi thinks I am.

DFi and I keep having convos like this:

"Think we should go to the beach one day?"
"If you want to, I guess...maybe just part of a day..."
"Well I want to go to Tampa too.."
"Okay, well we can do that on Wednesday, our day off"
"But thats on the other side of the state, we can't do both in one day."
"So you're telling me we're spending two days away from the parks?"
"Well, I guess one and a half, we'll just see how we feel when we get there."
"BUT we have to have a plan, I need to plan it!"
"Do you have to plan everything?"
*secretly to myself* "yes, because our trip would fall apart and be absolutely miserable unless I plan, I must!!!"

 

[Lady Lallie]

Hi! I just found your PTR. I am getting married June 28th so I know how you feel with wedding stress! I am on overload. We are going on a cruise to Bermuda for our honeymoon then having a "second honeymoon" at Disney 8/30 - 9/6. I can't wait, secretly I am even more excited for Disney! I am writing my first PTR too and I think you are doing great!! I think we are going to get the bride and groom ears too since it is our second honeymoon afterall!
Can't wait to hear more!

 

[hurleysweety]

Hi! I just found your PTR. I am getting married June 28th so I know how you feel with wedding stress! I am on overload. We are going on a cruise to Bermuda for our honeymoon then having a "second honeymoon" at Disney 8/30 - 9/6. I can't wait, secretly I am even more excited for Disney! I am writing my first PTR too and I think you are doing great!! I think we are going to get the bride and groom ears too since it is our second honeymoon afterall!
Can't wait to hear more!

I think its like a secret way that people know your marriage will be okay, if you survive the engagement and dealing with all the planning!

Oh I wish it was just me, planning for just me. But its me, planning for a "small" wedding of 100 people. And getting "ideas and input" from people who want to "help" make things run smoothly. Oh, I'm not bitter. I just can't wait to go to WDW and be with the one I love, and only have to hear his input. Just one person, not 15 family members!

 

[hurleysweety]

My parents were just in Jacksonville, FL for a Golf tourney and said that it was really humid, like 75% humidity while they were there. Having lived on the west coast and in Arizona most my life, I am not used to humidity at all. I am worried that I will just be miserable in the heat.

I have shorts and tank tops for three days so far and I will probably bring jeans too because I live in them and feel so comfortable in them. You know when you put on that certain clothing item and you just know they look great on you?

DFi doesn't really care about what he wears or what he packs. We went to Colorado last Christmas for 8 days and he brought 2 pairs of jeans, I brought 6 pairs of pants and 2 pairs of lounge/pajama pants, if that explains our differences at all.

I also want to get some new shoes for the trip but am running out of time. I live in flip flops and that is usually what I wear to DL, but DFi wants me to wear shoes...ugh. I have some that I like but I don't have any that I've worn for a long period of time. And also, I've never been the type of girl to wear "athletic/running" shoes with my jeans and tank top (too much of a matchy matchy girly girl ). Those are only for working out for me!

Wedding stress is getting the best of me. I feel overwhelmed and unable to please anyone. So here I am on DIS trying to get a fix of happiness before conquering the rest of the to-do list this afternoon.

Not enough hours in the day!

Coming up next...What have I found out about the place we are staying at? Do I have a final itinerary? Will DFi be satisfied with just ONE day to tour around Orlando, or will I have to give up another day at the parks?

 

[Lady Lallie]

I think its like a secret way that people know your marriage will be okay, if you survive the engagement and dealing with all the planning!

Oh I wish it was just me, planning for just me. But its me, planning for a "small" wedding of 100 people. And getting "ideas and input" from people who want to "help" make things run smoothly. Oh, I'm not bitter. I just can't wait to go to WDW and be with the one I love, and only have to hear his input. Just one person, not 15 family members!

I totally know how you feel...trrrrust me. I have the future MIL from h - e - double hockey sticks. Bleck.

 

[Lady Lallie]

I also want to get some new shoes for the trip but am running out of time. I live in flip flops and that is usually what I wear to DL, but DFi wants me to wear shoes...ugh. I have some that I like but I don't have any that I've worn for a long period of time. And also, I've never been the type of girl to wear "athletic/running" shoes with my jeans and tank top (too much of a matchy matchy girly girl ). Those are only for working out for me!

I am the SAME way! I can't stand wearing sneakers with capris which is mostly what I wear at WDW. Ugh. I must find some comfy shoes before I go as well.

 

[hurleysweety]

So DFi calls me at work yesterday to inform me that we are leaving early so that we can be sure we make our second reception back in his parent's hometown. Well, this wouldn't have been a problem except it was our ONLY scheduled night to see both Spectro and Wishes, and our only night in the MK...

Needless to say I am WAAAY to busy to make changes with the itinerary unless we completely miss a park. WDW is impossible in 5 days. And am really worried now that I won't be able to see either Spectro or Wishes...

I'm trying so hard to understand its because DFi is seriously worried about our plane being delayed and not able to attend our own reception! But I just want to say, screw it, lets day in WDW til I'm expected back at work!!

 

[Lady Lallie]

So DFi calls me at work yesterday to inform me that we are leaving early so that we can be sure we make our second reception back in his parent's hometown. Well, this wouldn't have been a problem except it was our ONLY scheduled night to see both Spectro and Wishes, and our only night in the MK...

Needless to say I am WAAAY to busy to make changes with the itinerary unless we completely miss a park. WDW is impossible in 5 days. And am really worried now that I won't be able to see either Spectro or Wishes...

I'm trying so hard to understand its because DFi is seriously worried about our plane being delayed and not able to attend our own reception! But I just want to say, screw it, lets day in WDW til I'm expected back at work!!

Why is he afraid you are going to be delayed on the plane? I'm confused.

 

[hurleysweety]

My explanation...in the midst of frustration, I always seem to leave out important details...

We have a reception on Sunday evening that we have to prepare and get ready for. It starts at 6 and we'll need to be ready to go by like 4:30. Our plane was not scheduled to arrive in Denver until 2:30 and the airport is an hour from the house. His entire family is full of worriers and they are all thinking that something will happen and we won't be there on time, blah blah blah. Which would be okay, but the party is for us...so we should probably be there.

DFi just told me he will be trying his best to get us the latest flight out of Orlando on Saturday, which I'm really hoping for a like, 11:30 PM, and then someone oh so glorious can pick us up at the airport around 3 AM. Oh well, at least we'll be there, and on time and not rushing around.

I wish we could just schedule the flight whenever we want, but as I'm sure you all know, different times equal different $$$...which is SUPER important to a young married couple!

 

[Lady Lallie]

My explanation...in the midst of frustration, I always seem to leave out important details...

We have a reception on Sunday evening that we have to prepare and get ready for. It starts at 6 and we'll need to be ready to go by like 4:30. Our plane was not scheduled to arrive in Denver until 2:30 and the airport is an hour from the house. His entire family is full of worriers and they are all thinking that something will happen and we won't be there on time, blah blah blah. Which would be okay, but the party is for us...so we should probably be there.

DFi just told me he will be trying his best to get us the latest flight out of Orlando on Saturday, which I'm really hoping for a like, 11:30 PM, and then someone oh so glorious can pick us up at the airport around 3 AM. Oh well, at least we'll be there, and on time and not rushing around.

I wish we could just schedule the flight whenever we want, but as I'm sure you all know, different times equal different $$$...which is SUPER important to a young married couple!

Ahhhh I see. I am worrier by nature so I feel his pain Buuuuuut the party won't start without you!!

 

[hurleysweety]

Ahhhh I see. I am worrier by nature so I feel his pain Buuuuuut the party won't start without you!!

I think I'll be able to work it out actually, so good. Plus this gives me more pull for my hopes to go to DL for Thanksgiving or Christmas this year or next(Its only a 5 hour drive there, not a 5 hour flight!)

 

[Lady Lallie]

I think I'll be able to work it out actually, so good. Plus this gives me more pull for my hopes to go to DL for Thanksgiving or Christmas this year or next(Its only a 5 hour drive there, not a 5 hour flight!)

Woo Hoo! Then it sounds like a sacrafice for the "greater good". That good being a trip to DL!

 

[hurleysweety]

The LIST
Backpack for the park (Probably my gray slingback because its been to DL, SixFlagsMM, and countless other "treat this bag like poo" trips)
*I secretly hope DFi elects to take his beloved Under Armor backpack because he will actually wear it, unlike my gray one because its "girly"

• Granola bars and snacks for DFi who eats 24/7 and never gains a lb
• Ponchos incase of rain
• Contact rewetting drops
• Sunglasses for each of us
• Rental car keys
• Room key
• Park tickets
• Medicine - Tylenol and Pepto - who wants to feel ill at WDW!?
• Moleskin/bandaids
• Sunscreen
• Essentials from the wallet
• Dfi's cell phone...because i have a habit of loosing expensive things
• Sweatshirts for cooler night weather

Shoes

• For DFi...
  • One pair flip flops
  • One pair tennis shoes
• For Me
  • various colored flip flops - black, brown, blue, white, etc.
  • Brown puma like shoes
  • Nike shox - hot pink and black, perfect for workouts - AWFUL for matching to clothing....haha, good for walking at WDW???

Clothing

• 3 new pairs of shorts just for the trip - two on sale
• 3 new shirts just for trip - all three on sale
• New swimsuit just for trip - on sale!
• Lots of flip flops
• 2 pair jeans, because a girl cannot live without them
• DFi's probably random selection of shorts
• DFi's random selection of shirts
• For our "romantic night" and dinner at Coral Reef - pretty sun dress and matching accessories for me, DFi, button down shirt and khakis
• Jean Skirt
• Various camis
  

OOOH, I need to get back to work...

Coming up next...Rental Cars, Two bedroom condo for two people, and post-Disney four day excursion to Colorado and two days with my parents before...well you'll just have to see why we can't go home right away...