DISApalooza 2011 – DIS/DISUnplugged/Dreams Unlimited Travel December Event Details

[TIGGERmetoo]

My senior partner just gave me permission to be away for this event, even though he'll be at his time share that weekend. I didn't think I'd be allowed to go! I immediately signed up and got my confirmation. I'm a huge HP fan (I flew to London for a long weekend so I could attend the World Premiere of HP7 Part1 with my brother who had tickets).
This will be a solo trip for me (no DH and no kids - PARTY!) and my 1st time to Universal. I think I'll probably stay at one of the Universal hotels so I can get the front of the line access - still working that out. Hopefully lots of nice DISers will talk to me so I don't feel stupid and alone!

Amanda

Fantastic - glad you'll be able to join all of us!

 

[cj9200]

If John is excited about the party, I am excited. Looks like lots of fun. One minor problem, DD will be with me. Not that that is a problem but she is 17 and probably only wants to ride and experience HP. So if you see me running to get back in line and not saying hi, now you know why.

 

[DrMomof3]

Fantastic - glad you'll be able to join all of us!

Thank you!
I just booked my flights on points. Hooray!!! (After getting permission from my DH to leave him with our 3 children for the weekend!)

Amanda

 

[Iggipolka]

My senior partner just gave me permission to be away for this event, even though he'll be at his time share that weekend. I didn't think I'd be allowed to go! I immediately signed up and got my confirmation. I'm a huge HP fan (I flew to London for a long weekend so I could attend the World Premiere of HP7 Part1 with my brother who had tickets).
This will be a solo trip for me (no DH and no kids - PARTY!) and my 1st time to Universal. I think I'll probably stay at one of the Universal hotels so I can get the front of the line access - still working that out. Hopefully lots of nice DISers will talk to me so I don't feel stupid and alone!

Amanda

Woo! Another mom traveling w/o kids or spouse! Awesome, I am doing the same. I'm staying onsite as well and am so looking forward to meeting everyone.

 

[DrMomof3]

Woo! Another mom traveling w/o kids or spouse! Awesome, I am doing the same. I'm staying onsite as well and am so looking forward to meeting everyone.

Awesome! And it looks like you'll be at the World the same time we will - in 3 weeks. I usually have lime green Mickeys on our stroller, diaper bag, etc. Look for me!

Amanda

 

[Gelfling_Jen]

Not sure if this has been discussed or not (but I don't think it has been), what is the correct time of the event? The first page of this thread says 9:30pm to midnight, but the confirmation email says 9:30pm to 11:30pm. I hope it's midnight because the more time we have there the better and two hours just doesn't seem like enough time! Will they kick us out right at the end time or will they just not let us enter a ride after midnight but allow us to browse the shops, etc; for a bit longer like at other parks?

 

[WebmasterJohn]

Not sure if this has been discussed or not (but I don't think it has been), what is the correct time of the event? The first page of this thread says 9:30pm to midnight, but the confirmation email says 9:30pm to 11:30pm. I hope it's midnight because the more time we have there the better and two hours just doesn't seem like enough time! Will they kick us out right at the end time or will they just not let us enter a ride after midnight but allow us to browse the shops, etc; for a bit longer like at other parks?

The rides will be running until 11:30PM. This is because of a town ordinance on noise. The shops will be open until midnight.

 

[sayhello]

The rides will be running until 11:30PM. This is because of a town ordinance on noise. The shops will be open until midnight.

Which town? Hogsmeade??

Sayhello

 

[SJCANEWMAN]

We are interested in the party. Will be our first event. We will be bringing our children, one of which will be 11 months old at the time. Will she require a ticket to the party?

 

[Iggipolka]

Awesome! And it looks like you'll be at the World the same time we will - in 3 weeks. I usually have lime green Mickeys on our stroller, diaper bag, etc. Look for me!

Amanda

Wow! That's too funny! Are you going to the meet at the Poly? I do the lime green Mickey head thing too. I will look for you.

 

[WebmasterJohn]

We are interested in the party. Will be our first event. We will be bringing our children, one of which will be 11 months old at the time. Will she require a ticket to the party?

Yes, everyone regardless of age will need credentials (which we will provide to all registered guests) to enter. There will be USO employees checking IDs so if you do not have credentials or you forget them there is no way to get in to the event. They will not have a way to verify you paid and you will be turned away if you do not have credentials.

We are charging slightly less for children but USO is still charging us the same amount per head regardless of the age of the children - so we lose money there.

Just a reminder there are only a few spots left - please act fast.

 

[DrMomof3]

Wow! That's too funny! Are you going to the meet at the Poly? I do the lime green Mickey head thing too. I will look for you.

We land at 2pm on Saturday so I don't think we'll make the meet. I doubt my family would understand my request to go straight from MCO to meeting a bunch of "strangers."

Amanda

 

[rjvose17]

Alright so my DH and I are all signed up for the event and airfare is booked. So we are heading down to FL for our first ever dismeet kinda thing. We have never ever done anything like this at all and were kinda wondering what we are getting ourselves into. Socially we are somewhat shy...we dont typically go looking for conversation but if we are spoken to we don't ignore and we engage in the conversation. I see there is a DJ...will there be a spot to dance? Do people just stand around chatting? What do they talk about? I am very nervous and excited at the same time. Any info would be helpful. Thanks guys!

 

[jcb]

Alright so my DH and I are all signed up for the event and airfare is booked. So we are heading down to FL for our first ever dismeet kinda thing. We have never ever done anything like this at all and were kinda wondering what we are getting ourselves into. Socially we are somewhat shy...we dont typically go looking for conversation but if we are spoken to we don't ignore and we engage in the conversation. I see there is a DJ...will there be a spot to dance? Do people just stand around chatting? What do they talk about? I am very nervous and excited at the same time. Any info would be helpful. Thanks guys!

I think this is when John is going to do the single ladies dance, so yes there will be dancing.

Im unnaturally shy as well but don't worry the folks here are very friendly. Many of us know each other from past events, cruises, the boards etc. So it might look like there are groups talking. Don't hesitate to join in. Also, In past events, the podcast crew, John included, has made an effort to make all folks feel welcome. (I'm not picking on John, he is just a lot sweeter than he wants to let on during the podcast.). So don't be nervous. Just have fun.

 

[JenniBugInPink]

I think this is when John is going to do the single ladies dance, so yes there will be dancing.

Hard to believe that we are actually getting that AND Harry Potter for the one price of admission! I'd have just paid for "All the single ladies, all the singles ladies..." and seeing John dance! Not to mention the thrill of finally getting to meet my podcast idols. And free butterbeer to boot. Life is truly amazing.

 

[DisneyKevin]

Alright so my DH and I are all signed up for the event and airfare is booked. So we are heading down to FL for our first ever dismeet kinda thing. We have never ever done anything like this at all and were kinda wondering what we are getting ourselves into. Socially we are somewhat shy...we dont typically go looking for conversation but if we are spoken to we don't ignore and we engage in the conversation. I see there is a DJ...will there be a spot to dance? Do people just stand around chatting? What do they talk about? I am very nervous and excited at the same time. Any info would be helpful. Thanks guys!

Please dont worry about any of this.

As Jack has said, some of us know each other from past events and podcast cruises, but all of us started in the same place.

All of the attractions and retail operations will be open, as well as the beverage locations....so there will be a great deal to see and do.

Most conversations start with with "what's your board name" and your event credentials will have your name and board name on them....so there is a lot of trying to read each others credentials without being obvious.

All of the podcast team will be there and we all try to meet and mingle with as many people as possible....so please make sure you say hello.

 

[jcb]

This will likely land me in his big book of grievances (but since I'm probably the first entry, what the heck).

There is a highly classified youtube video of John doing the single ladies dance.

Now, I didn't say it was John Magi, did I?

 

[DisneyKevin]

This will likely land me in his big book of grievances (but since I'm probably the first entry, what the heck).

There is a highly classified youtube video of John doing the single ladies dance.

Now, I didn't say it was John Magi, did I?

Two words....

Shiny pants.

 

[WebmasterJohn]

I think this is when John is going to do the single ladies dance, so yes there will be dancing.

Single Ladies is so 5 minutes ago - now I'm all about The Dougie!!!!

 

[Lynn57]

Is there any information about transportation to WWHOP from WDW? I know it asked whether I needed transportation, but I wasn't sure if any decision has been about this yet. I'm trying to make my ADRs for that night and am not sure if I need to be at my hotel to catch a bus, since I was also asked where I was staying...

I can't wait since this will be my first Dis event!