Dork Wars Episode II: The Revenge of Joaquin - Nov. 12 / Jul. 13 PTR *UPDATE 6/30*

[IheartDDuck]

Yeah 8 more days and you are there....... Yeah for you both for me I can't go

I know, I'm excited, but sad for you at the same time.

I went back and re-read each post to catch back up since I was so desperately behind! First, I am glad you got Boardwalk and I can't wait to hear about that visit! That is where I hope to stay next time!! (See how far behind I am?! )

How cool you will be eating lunch at BOG! Slightly jealous there!

Sorry to hear about your mom! That really stinks! I have a friend that had that same surgery and those two weeks were miserably long! But I am glad your SIL was able to work things out! Loving your plans and Via Napoli!! It is so close now!!!

I love the Boardwalk. My favorite thing about it is definitely the location. I love that you can walk to both Epcot and Hollywood Studios.

I feel so bad for Mom, but she's doing much better now. I can't believe how close it is. We've just been so busy here.

I am doing much better. Don't have to sleep on my face anymore that was harder than the surgery for sure. It will take about 4 to 5 more weeks before I can start my exercise program again. I am hoping to be able to go back to work in about 2 more weeks.

thank you to all of you for the well wishes.

Hahaha, yay for not sleeping on your face.

 

[IheartDDuck]

Hi guys!

Things have been so busy for me, so I've been off the DIS for a little while. I'm going to get caught up on everyone's TRs and hopefully do some updates on mine too before we head out. Because we're leaving in four days!!!



I'm getting my packing done tomorrow, but I just wanted to share with everyone.

I changed my hair. So you're not surprised when I show my pictures on the TR's. Here I am!

I LOVE IT!!!!!!! It's by far the favorite thing I've ever done with my hair. And I do A LOT with my hair.

I'm just counting down the days now and getting ready. I can't wait to go on this trip. We're going to have such a good time.

 

[TinksThree]

I am doing much better. Don't have to sleep on my face anymore that was harder than the surgery for sure. It will take about 4 to 5 more weeks before I can start my exercise program again. I am hoping to be able to go back to work in about 2 more weeks.

I am so glad to hear you are doing better! That is what my friend said...sleeping on her face was worse than the surgery!

I love the Boardwalk. My favorite thing about it is definitely the location. I love that you can walk to both Epcot and Hollywood Studios.

I love this convenience as well and I think that is why Keith really likes those areas!!

I said this on your other TR just now, but to be fair to both and not make one report feel deprived...I love your new hair-do!! It is too cute!

 

[onelilspark]

I love the blond! It looks great!

 

[DVCWDWMEMBER]

I am so glad to hear you are doing better! That is what my friend said...sleeping on her face was worse than the surgery!



I love this convenience as well and I think that is why Keith really likes those areas!!

I said this on your other TR just now, but to be fair to both and not make one report feel deprived...I love your new hair-do!! It is too cute!

I love the new hair too. Danielle looks so retro now

 

[IheartDDuck]

I am so glad to hear you are doing better! That is what my friend said...sleeping on her face was worse than the surgery!



I love this convenience as well and I think that is why Keith really likes those areas!!

I said this on your other TR just now, but to be fair to both and not make one report feel deprived...I love your new hair-do!! It is too cute!

Haha, I love that you didn't want to make this TR feel deprived. Thanks, I really love the new hair.

I love the blond! It looks great!

Thanks, I love it!

I love the new hair too. Danielle looks so retro now

Haha, I do look retro. Remember, we were talking this morning. I can do Retro or Edgy.

 

[Stringbean&Wingnut]

Yay for your trip coming up so soon!!! I LOVE your hair! It looks awesome!

 

[amazingact21]

Whoo, your trip is getting closer!!! Love the new hair! That color is great.

 

[IheartDDuck]

Yay for your trip coming up so soon!!! I LOVE your hair! It looks awesome!

I'm super excited! Thanks, I'm super happy with my hair.

Whoo, your trip is getting closer!!! Love the new hair! That color is great.

Yay! Thanks, the color is pretty different for me.

 

[marDgreen88]

Have a wonderful trip!!!! (He wants to go with you.)

 

[TinksThree]

I hope you have a wonderful trip and safe travels!

 

[DVCWDWMEMBER]

YEAH dad and I are taking you and Jeni to the airport tonight for an awesome time. Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back. Sort of a way for me to be there too

 

[IheartDDuck]

I'm off guys! Thanks for all of the well wishes. I'll "see" you when I get back.

Have a safe holiday weekend.

 

[Nermel9]

Have a great trip!!! And your hair looks great!

 

[MEK]

Have an awesome time!

 

[teekathepony]

I missed the official DIS send off! I hope (and think) you're having a great time!

 

[MeMom]

Hi guys!

Things have been so busy for me, so I've been off the DIS for a little while. I'm going to get caught up on everyone's TRs and hopefully do some updates on mine too before we head out. Because we're leaving in four days!!!

I'm just counting down the days now and getting ready. I can't wait to go on this trip. We're going to have such a good time.

I'm off guys! Thanks for all of the well wishes. I'll "see" you when I get back.

Have a safe holiday weekend.

Hope you are having an awesome time! I look forward to the report and lots of pictures!

 

[amazingact21]

I missed the send off, but I hope you're having a great time!!!

 

[IheartDDuck]

Hi Guys! I'm back! We had such a good time I can't wait to share it all with you. Come along!!!

And This is Why They Added DOORS to the TRAM!!!!

 

[IheartDDuck]

All righty then. I have to keep up on this one, because I know what you want to hear most about. And that is the family trip in July.

Today, we hit our 7 month window for booking DVC resorts that we do not have points in. So today, we made our booking for the final part of our trip.

Remember:

July 4 to July 9 we are at the Treehouse Villas.

And with today's booking....

July 9 to July 14 at Kidani Village!

Okay. I originally wanted Jambo House. However (and it's a BIG however), upon doing research, the 2 bedroom villas at Kidani have 3 bathrooms. The Jambo House ones have 2.

I'm sorry, but the extra bathroom is a total deal breaker. I need my bathroom space. And with 7 people in the room (Farrell is still only a possibility at this point), well....it'll be important.

So we are completely booked! Yay!

Now we have to book our return flights from WDW and in a months time? We can start talking about what's REALLY important. Food.

Because I have a list to complete people! Let's do an update, shall we? Now, on my trip in November, I did not complete all of my food items. But that's okay. I got a 10 day trip yo! Goal? Two snacks per day. Awwwwww yeahhhhh!

Magic Kingdom
1. Dole Whip - Aloha Isle
2. Dole Whip Float - Aloha Isle
3. Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar - Ice Cream Carts
4. Mickey Mouse Shaped Pretzel - Frontierland Pretzel Wagon
5. Popcorn - Pop Corn Carts
6. Hot Dog - Casey’s Corner
7. Nutella and fresh fruit waffle sandwich - Sleepy Hollow
8. Funnel Cake - Sleepy Hollow
9. Rice Crispy Treat - Main Street Confectionery
10. Hamburger and Fixins - Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe
11. The 'Plaza' Ice Cream Sundae - Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
12. Lobster Roll - Columbia Harbour House
13. Mickey Mouse Waffle - Crystal Palace
14. New England Pot Roast - Liberty Tree Tavern
15. Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake - Liberty Tree Tavern
16. Sweet Cream Cheese Pretzel - Lunching Pad
17. Citrus Swirl - Sunshine Tree Terrace

Epcot
1. Beverly - Club Cool
2. Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwich - Fountainview Ice Cream
3. School Bread - Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe
4. Fish and Chips - Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room
5. Crepes - France
6. Grey Goose Slush - France
7. Grand Mariner Slush - France
8. Margarita - La Cava de Tequila
9. Churro - Mexico
10. Caramel Corn - Karmell Kutche
11. Kaki Gori - Japan
12. Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup & Pretzel Bread - Le Cellier
13. Apple Cobbler - Liberty Inn
14. General Tso's Chicken Dumpling - Nine Dragons
15. Soft Pretzel & German Beer - Sommerfest
16. Shawarma Platter - Tangierine Cafe
17. Vegetarian Platter - Tangierine Cafe
18. Wood Fired Authentic Pizza Napoletana - Via Napoli

Hollywood Studios
1. Butterfinger Cupcake - Starring Rolls Cafe
2. Marble Cupcake - Starring Rolls Cafe
3. Peanut Butter Cupcake - Starring Rolls Cafe
4. Red Velvet Cheesecake - Starring Rolls Cafe
5. Carrot Cake Cookie - The Writers Stop
6. Grapefruit Cake - Hollywood Brown Derby
7. Sterling Silver Pork Seared Tenderloin - Hollywood Brown Derby
8. Cobb Salad - Hollywood Brown Derby
9. Milkshake - Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater
10. Angus Chuck Burger - Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater
11. Aunt Liz's Golden Fried Chicken - 50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
12. Dad's Traditional Meatloaf - 50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
13. Mom's Old-Fashioned Pot Roast - 50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
14. Peanut Butter Jelly Milkshake - 50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
15. Dad’s Electric Lemonade - 50′s Prime Time Cafe and Tune-In Lounge
16. Chicken Curry - ABC Commissary
17. Turkey Leg - Toluca Legs Turkey Co
18. Honey-Hazelnut & Ricotta Cheesecake - Mama Melrose’s Ristorante
19. Rosie's 1/3 Pound Angus Onion Straw Cheddar Cheeseburger - Rosie's All
American Cafe
20. Grilled Veggie Sandwich - Backlot Express

Animal Kingdom
1. Jalapeno stuffed cheese pretzel - Safari Pretzel
2. 1/2 Slab of St. Louis Ribs - Flame Tree Barbecue
3. Smoked 1/2 Chicken - Flame Tree Barbecue
4. Dim Sum Basket - Anandapur Yak and Yeti Restaurant
5. Cinnamon glazed almonds/pecans - Dino Diner
6. Pizza - Pizzafari
7. Shrimp Po boy - Restaurantosaurus
8. Hot Tea - Royal Anandapur Tea Company
9. Slow roasted pulled beef sandwich - Tamu Tamu
10. Zebra cupcake - Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
11. Brownie paw - Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
12. White Chocolate elephant cupcake - Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
13. Cotton Top Tamarin Cupcake - Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
14. Triple Yeti Blast - Upcountry Beverage Cart

Deluxe Resorts
1. Zebra Domes - The Mara - Animal Kingdom Lodge
2. Bobotie Platter -The Mara - Animal Kingdom Lodge
3. Barbecue Beef Short Ribs - Jiko – The Cooking Place - Animal Kingdom Lodge
4. Indian Style Bread service - Sanaa - Animal Kingdom Lodge
5. Tandoori Chicken/Lamb/Shrimp - Sanaa - Animal Kingdom Lodge
6. Kitchen Sink - Beaches & Cream - Beach Club Resort
7. Tonga Toast - Kona Cafe - Polynesian Resort
8. Macadamia Nut Pancakes - Kona Cafe - Polynesian Resort
9. Kona Coffee - Kona Cafe - Polynesian Resort
10. Lapu Lapu - Kona Cafe - Polynesian Resort
11. Pele's Fire Punch - Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show - Polynesian
12. Kilauea Volcano Delight Dessert - Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show - Polynesian
13. Honey Coriander Chicken Wings - OHana - Polynesian Resort
14. Bread Pudding with Banana Foster Sauce - OHana - Polynesian
15. Smoky Portobella Mushroom Soup - Artist Pointe - Wilderness Lodge
16. Canyon Skillet - Whispering Canyon Cafe - Wilderness Lodge
17. Sushi - California Grill - Contemporary Resort
18. Goat Cheese Ravioli - California Grill - Contemporary Resort
19. Strawberry Soup - 1900 Park Fare - Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
20. The Grand Sandwich - Grand Floridian Cafe - Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
21. Deconstructed Beef Wellington - Yachtsman’s Steakhouse - Yacht

Moderate Resorts
1. Beignets - Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory - Port Orleans French Quarter
2. Fried Chicken - Trails End Buffet - Fort Wilderness Campgrounds & Cabins

Value Resorts
1. Tye Dye Cheesecake - Pop Century Food Court - Pop Century Resort
2. Orange Creamsicle - Silver Screen Spirits - All Star Movies Resort and other locations

Downtown Disney
1. Chocolate Covered Pretzels - Goofy's Candy Company
2. The Original 1762 - Earl of Sandwich
3. Hot Fudge Sundae - Ghirardelli Soda Fountain
4. Chocolate Extinction - T-Rex
5. Sparkling Volcano - Rainforest Cafe
6. Doh Bars - Cooke’s of Dublin

This trip? Here are my goals.

Citrus Swirl -
It was sad. I didn't get one on my November trip. So, I try again!

Kaki Gori -
Another miss on my trip. So, it reappears!

Sweet Cream Cheese Pretzel -

I have a confession. I love pretzels. But I love pretzels with things. Meaning, I'm not a huge fan of pretzels by themselves, but man. With fillings and stuff? Mmmmm. So good. My favorite movie theater snack is pretzel bites with nacho cheese.

Caramel Corn from Karmell Kuche -

That will be among other things that I will be consuming at Karmell Kuche.....

Tamu Tamu Pulled Beef Sandwich -
Listen...you put it in a pita....I'll eat it.

Brownie Paw -
This was calling my name in November, but we had so many other things to choose from!

Bobotie Platter at the Mara -
I couldn't find a picture, but I love bobotie at Boma, so I'm sure I'll enjoy it at the Mara.


That's all for now. What other snacks / food should I try that you think I haven't? Even if I have, let me know! I love suggestions.

Up next: Tentative Table Service Plans