DVC Mike Live from BLT (Dec 4-12)

[mckryan]

This is a great TR. Does DVCMike ever answer? I just love BLT and can't wait to stay there.

He does when he has time. He's in the World - who wants to take time to play on the internet when you are there!?!

 

[erionm]

I thought I heard that they were filming the Christmas parade last weekend, so maybe it's not back up yet?

Yes, the Disney Parks Christmas Day parade was taped over this past weekend. They don't put up the tree at the end of Main Street or the garland over it until after the taping.

 

[hakepb]

Great report, Mike!

Too bad you did not enjoy Tony's more. Its one of my families favorites, but I understand how it could be better. For DW, though, the sauce reminds her of her grandmas, and the meatballs remind her of her grandpas.
For me, I found it quite enjoyable to order the spaghetti with one meatball and one sausage. The sausage is outstanding, but a little spicy so its a nice balance together.. And I think tierra matsu (sp?) Is heavenly..

 

[DVC Mike]

We walked over to the Magic Kingdom this morning to have breakfast at the Crystal Palace.

It was pretty cold this morning (for Orlando), It was 39 degrees outside when we left BLT.

Everyone else must have been sleeping in, 'cause it was empty.


EveryoneMustBeSleepingIn by DVC Mike, on Flickr

The Christmas Tree was up.


MKChristmasTree by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[DVC Mike]

They wouldn't let me take any of the presents under the tree - none of them had my name on them. What an oversight by Mickey.


Present1 by DVC Mike, on Flickr


Present2 by DVC Mike, on Flickr


Present3 by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[DVC Mike]

As you can see, Main Street was pretty empty.


MainStreet by DVC Mike, on Flickr

Of course, it was still a bit early.


MainStreetClock by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[DVC Mike]

This guy seemed way too happy for so early in the morning.


SmilingGuy by DVC Mike, on Flickr

Of course, even my wife was smiling (after all, we are at the Magic Kingdom).


Indian by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[DVC Mike]

The Castle looms ahead...


CastleUnderGarland by DVC Mike, on Flickr

It all started with a Mouse


PartnersCastle by DVC Mike, on Flickr

Partners by DVC Mike, on Flickr

I wonder how many photographs have been taken of the Castle?


Castle by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[DVC Mike]

I enjoy taking pictures of the statues


Pluto by DVC Mike, on Flickr


Donald by DVC Mike, on Flickr

What, another Castle shot? I can't help it.


Castle2 by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[skelooch]

Yes, the Disney Parks Christmas Day parade was taped over this past weekend. They don't put up the tree at the end of Main Street or the garland over it until after the taping.

The Garlands hanging across Main Street were there on 11/26, so they must take it down for the parade. The tree at the foot of Main Street was not there on 11/26.

Great pictures Mike, hopefully you will be posting some from the DVC Annual meeting.

 

[DVC Mike]

A few shots outside the Crystal Palace


CrystalPalaceExt by DVC Mike, on Flickr


CrystalPalaceExt2 by DVC Mike, on Flickr

CastleFromCrystalPalace by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[mckryan]

Love the second castle shot because there is nobody in it!!!

 

[DVC Mike]

Some folks inside the Crystal Palace


Piglet by DVC Mike, on Flickr


CrystalPalaceChef by DVC Mike, on Flickr


Pooh by DVC Mike, on Flickr


Tigger by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[DVC Mike]

The princess in the foreground looks to be having a good time


CrystalPalaceInside by DVC Mike, on Flickr

Some street performers


MainStPerformers by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[jekjones1558]

What a joy it is to read your TR, Mike. Thanks for being so generous in posting during your vacation time. I enjoy reading when I am at home and when I am WDW along with you!

 

[podsnel]

Gorgeous, gorgeous photos, as always. I was just thinking I haven't seen one of your TRs in a while....and here you are!

When you have the time- would you be able to tell me about the lens you used for the room pics? Thanks!!

Stay warm- have fun!!

Ellen

 

[DVC Mike]

When you have the time- would you be able to tell me about the lens you used for the room pics?

I used a Nikon 10-24mm wide-angle lens.

If you click through to Flickr, you should be able to view the actual camera settings (including the lens used) for each shot.

 

[DVC Mike]

Love your pictures, and here's hoping to say "Hi" to you at the Merry Mixer! I will be wearing a Santa hat, as I'm sure many others will be too!

Bobbi

Every year I'm at a Mixer, I look around and wonder how many people in the room are on the boards.

 

[DVC Mike]

Hey Mike...one question. What would you have done if your room was NOT ready at 12:30 a.m.???? LOL THAT IS GREAT that it was. However I was like "WAIT" did he say 12:30 a.m. ?????

Oops. I meant 12:30 PM in the afternoon.

 

[DVC Mike]

Wow! Your photos are amazing. What type of camera do you have?

Nikon D7000 digital SLR