DLR/CA - Tues/Wed

[MelissathePooh]

So we hit DL at early entry yesterday (0900) if you can call that early. Bascially everyone who was going to be there was there - the upside of that is that its relatively uncrowded so it wasn't a big deal. Nemo and Autopia were about 15 minute waits, SM was 10 min standby - I think the Matterhorn may have been around 20 minutes or so. PP was around 20-30 min by late afternoon. Indiana Jones was down for a good portion of the day, but came back up late afternoon - it backed up a bit, but around 20-30 min as well. Pirates was closed and still is today.

Today we started at DL again. Had a 0940 breakfast reservation at Minnie's. It was kind of confusing as to what to do since nothing was marked for a breakfast entry line. We weren't let in until 0930 - the same time as everyone else. (Park opened at 10) We were in front of that gate and managed to get down Main Street ahead of everyone and were first to sign in for breakfast.

All I can say is it was wonderful! Minnie took both of my kids by hand and escorted us to our table. Chip, Mr. Penguin, Eeyore and Tigger soon joined. We must have enjoyed 10 minutes of uninterruped character interaction. As more guests finally arrived we continued with the meal - The Fairy Godmother, Captain Hook, Dale, Perla, and Rafiki were also there. My kids were in heaven and the CM's were wonderful.

We headed directly over to CA following breakfast to see the Disney Visa meet and greet - Chip and Dale. Mickey and Pluto were in Bugs land with no wait and Duffy was at PP with no wait. All of the attractions were walk-ons with the exception of TSM - 15 min wait.

Kids are back from swimming - off for some more adventures!

 

[LavenderPeach]

Sounds like you're having a great time! It must be a slow day if TSMM was only 15 min. I've only seen that one other time. All the other times I've been the wait has been 45+ min.

 

[wdwfan22]

wow!! 15 minutes for TSM? I didn't even know that was possible. That's great. I hope you are having a great time! Sounds wonderful with low crowds! That's too bad about Pirates though. Looking forward to hearing more.

 

[Flitterific]

All I can say is it was wonderful! Minnie took both of my kids by hand and escorted us to our table. Chip, Mr. Penguin, Eeyore and Tigger soon joined. We must have enjoyed 10 minutes of uninterruped character interaction. As more guests finally arrived we continued with the meal - The Fairy Godmother, Captain Hook, Dale, Perla, and Rafiki were also there. My kids were in heaven and the CM's were wonderful.

Sounds like you had a great time at Minnie & Friends. I've never met Perla...I did meet Suzy once near City Hall and was very excited as that was the only time I saw her.

Anyway, thanks for the updates. Enjoy the rest of your trip!

 

[MelissathePooh]

I have to say that we are thoroughly enjoying our time here. We have 2 days left. It is such a different atmosphere and temperment than Florida. I know that the time of year is playing a role, but its just more mellow and such a nice break from the chaos and crowds of WDW. I wish we could visit more often and Cars Land looks like it will be a great reason to come back in a few years.