kmedina
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I was back in the room by 6:29pm this evening. We left the park around 2:30 after RSR had broken down again. From 2:30 to 6:29, we visited a friend at her lovely new house and ate dinner. The ride broke down while my DH and son were trying to do the single rider. They had to go back later and try again. Then, it broke down when it was time to redeem the fastpasses we collected this morning. We had the same bad luck with Indy in October. It was down all three times were tried to ride it at very different hours and days. At least we made it to RSR once though.
The crowds are less than I expected. It rained on and off while we were out today, so that was probably the reason for low crowds. Disneyland started to get really busy just as we were hopping over to California Adventure yesterday. Of course, New Orleans Square was packed as usual. The rest was very manageable.
We enjoyed the Holiday Tour and all the goodies that came with it. They were unwilling to print my two year olds Holiday button, which was disappointing. I knew they only did it as a courtesy to others and it is not included, so I did not press the issue. Haunted Mansion Holiday was broken when our tour group reached it. They gave us "fastpasses" to return later. When we returned, the lady stated the ride did not have a fastpass. She did let us in with the "fastpass" though. After waiting for quite some time to board the Jingle Cruise, we were told we were sharing a boat with another tour group. Getting their 21 plus our 19 was not happening, so we were split from our guide. It was odd, but our driver was AMAZING. Connor loved him.
We were forced to wait so long at IASWH that we would have boarded faster in the regular line (no joke). We did make it just in time to be seated as the band was being announced. I was not even situated in the chair to take pictures. Had HMH not been broken, we might have missed part of the parade or a different part of the tour. Our guide was so spectacular (Emily) that Xander fell in love. We actually ran into her giving a VIP tour to a lucky boy named Ian celebrating his birthday today. That made Xander's day, because he was just telling me this morning how much he missed her.
There was a lot of great information on the tour. The marshmallow was great and the gingerbread was even okay (I am not a fan in general). I love the cup the hot chocolate came in even though I did not drink the hot chocolate (not a fan of that either). The best part was when they gave Connor a cookie and pin at the end stating they had extras. Take that button man! Just joking. He was in the same group who offered the extra cookie and was actually very nice.
After the tour, we got fastpasses for Roger Rabbit. It was down very time we tried to ride it though. We went to Carthay Circle for Xander's 7th birthday dinner last night. After waiting a while for our food, the restaurant was evacuated because white lights were flashing (assuming that was a fire alarm but no one ever told us). We waited outside a long time before they let us back in. I am assuming they started cooking everything from scratch once we returned, because it took a long time again to get the food. They brought us another bread while we waited (without asking because our server was great). The only problem was it was burned, lol. I joked that may be what set off the fire alarm. Then again, it may have been burned because it was cooking when we were evacuated. More than two and a half hours after entering, we were finally done with dinner. We were offered fastpasses for the 10:15 showing of WoC for our delay, but we already had tickets to see the 9:00pm show (which I loved by the way). I like the original version better, but this was nice for Christmas. I will not book a WoC package there, because I want the steak. That is not on the limited menu.
It was our second time eating there (the first was just after opening). We did not like the food either time, but I wanted to give it another try, since opening week they are still working out bugs. My steak was so rubbery the knife could not cut through it. I asked the server if they had a sharper knife, but they did not. The cake we ordered was the worst ever too. We did not even take it to go, because we knew we did not want anymore. That was the most expensive meal (including the $52 cake) I have ever eaten that I did not enjoy. We're from Vegas too, so Disney prices are cheap compared to the strip. Our restaurants are just way better, so they're worth the added cost.
Despite the rain, so many broken rides and being evacuated from Xander's birthday dinner, we are having a fantastic time. Wish us luck that we get to see the Candlelight Processional tomorrow. I just could not get DH back into the park to try today. Looking forward to meeting Sherry tomorrow.
Did you watch the 5:30 or the 8? Do you just stand in Town Square waiting for the start? I am thinking of seriously investing the time tomorrow. I am betting two hours will work for the 8, but I am wondering if the 5:30 needs more time. DH probably will not let us stay until 8.
The crowds are less than I expected. It rained on and off while we were out today, so that was probably the reason for low crowds. Disneyland started to get really busy just as we were hopping over to California Adventure yesterday. Of course, New Orleans Square was packed as usual. The rest was very manageable.
We enjoyed the Holiday Tour and all the goodies that came with it. They were unwilling to print my two year olds Holiday button, which was disappointing. I knew they only did it as a courtesy to others and it is not included, so I did not press the issue. Haunted Mansion Holiday was broken when our tour group reached it. They gave us "fastpasses" to return later. When we returned, the lady stated the ride did not have a fastpass. She did let us in with the "fastpass" though. After waiting for quite some time to board the Jingle Cruise, we were told we were sharing a boat with another tour group. Getting their 21 plus our 19 was not happening, so we were split from our guide. It was odd, but our driver was AMAZING. Connor loved him.
We were forced to wait so long at IASWH that we would have boarded faster in the regular line (no joke). We did make it just in time to be seated as the band was being announced. I was not even situated in the chair to take pictures. Had HMH not been broken, we might have missed part of the parade or a different part of the tour. Our guide was so spectacular (Emily) that Xander fell in love. We actually ran into her giving a VIP tour to a lucky boy named Ian celebrating his birthday today. That made Xander's day, because he was just telling me this morning how much he missed her.
There was a lot of great information on the tour. The marshmallow was great and the gingerbread was even okay (I am not a fan in general). I love the cup the hot chocolate came in even though I did not drink the hot chocolate (not a fan of that either). The best part was when they gave Connor a cookie and pin at the end stating they had extras. Take that button man! Just joking. He was in the same group who offered the extra cookie and was actually very nice.
After the tour, we got fastpasses for Roger Rabbit. It was down very time we tried to ride it though. We went to Carthay Circle for Xander's 7th birthday dinner last night. After waiting a while for our food, the restaurant was evacuated because white lights were flashing (assuming that was a fire alarm but no one ever told us). We waited outside a long time before they let us back in. I am assuming they started cooking everything from scratch once we returned, because it took a long time again to get the food. They brought us another bread while we waited (without asking because our server was great). The only problem was it was burned, lol. I joked that may be what set off the fire alarm. Then again, it may have been burned because it was cooking when we were evacuated. More than two and a half hours after entering, we were finally done with dinner. We were offered fastpasses for the 10:15 showing of WoC for our delay, but we already had tickets to see the 9:00pm show (which I loved by the way). I like the original version better, but this was nice for Christmas. I will not book a WoC package there, because I want the steak. That is not on the limited menu.
It was our second time eating there (the first was just after opening). We did not like the food either time, but I wanted to give it another try, since opening week they are still working out bugs. My steak was so rubbery the knife could not cut through it. I asked the server if they had a sharper knife, but they did not. The cake we ordered was the worst ever too. We did not even take it to go, because we knew we did not want anymore. That was the most expensive meal (including the $52 cake) I have ever eaten that I did not enjoy. We're from Vegas too, so Disney prices are cheap compared to the strip. Our restaurants are just way better, so they're worth the added cost.
Despite the rain, so many broken rides and being evacuated from Xander's birthday dinner, we are having a fantastic time. Wish us luck that we get to see the Candlelight Processional tomorrow. I just could not get DH back into the park to try today. Looking forward to meeting Sherry tomorrow.
I have one for 7:30 tomorrow when the park opens at 8. I am assuming the early breakfast line to the far left will be open. If it is not, I will report back tomorrow.
Just wanted to report the CP tonight was AWESOME!!! Thank goodness the weather cleared up. Blair Underwood was excellent. When the soloist does Noche de Paz, it gets me every time. We waited for two hours before the CP, but it was worth it. We got a good spot. Sherry I hope you feel well enough to go tomorrow. At least it won't be raining. This was my perfect ending for my trip. We're going back to the cold and snow tomorrow.
Did you watch the 5:30 or the 8? Do you just stand in Town Square waiting for the start? I am thinking of seriously investing the time tomorrow. I am betting two hours will work for the 8, but I am wondering if the 5:30 needs more time. DH probably will not let us stay until 8.
We ended up seeing it in Downtown Disney last night and loved it, my daughter said it was her favorite princess movie ever (it was also the most expensive movie ever lol). On the walk back she said, "It just feels so good to be here, I really missed 
First park day today, can't wait! It's also my husbands birthday, we'll have his bday lunch at BB. 
