Taking my first ever trip to DL in just two days, solo. I want to ride every single one of the rides at DL/DCA, is there a printable checklist I can use to keep track? It would be awesome if it noted the rides had Single Rider Lines or Fast Pass.
Do all the characters give autographs? Do the characters sign the same way all the time or do they sign differently on different days (cough different CM)? Do the characters usually have an additional CM with them? I want to get in some of the pictures, but would rather not bother strangers all the time to do it.
I will be bringing a tripod, but it's probably not practical to set it up and wait 10 seconds for the camera's timer to take a picture with a character. I'll be using it for some scenery shots of DL and try out my hand at taking nightshots/fireworks. I actually have two tripods, one of those standard folding 60" ones that do kind of take up a lot of room. Then I have gorilla pod like one, it's smaller and is flexible to wrap around things. I'm thinking of taking the gorilla pod, but will I find enough things to affix it to?
Other reason I want to take the gorilla pod is that its fits in my backpack more easily, plus it is flexible so it won't jab into my back like the other tripod might. I should be able to take my backpack on all the rides, correct?
I plan to utilize the DL's photopass, can I just get the card from any PP photographer?
I ordered my DL tickets from getawaytoday, I can just pick these up from the Will Call window? Are the ticket booths/will call window opened before the gates open or do they open at the same time? (trying to gauge how early I should get there)
Where is the closest place with free WIFI when I'm at DL? I think it will be the hotel lobbies, but if there any tips, I would appreciate it. I might like to upload some photos, but phone doesn't have data
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What's everyone wearing? It looks like rain for the few days I'm there, so I've packed two cheap ponchos. I don't anticipate them holding up if there is heavy rain, but I'll buy one of the DL ponchos then. Anyone recall the cost of those? Think I read it was under $10 in some postings.
I'm not actually staying near Disney, but about 5 miles from SNA. The hotel has an airport shuttle, what should I tip the guy for picking me up and dropping me off? I was thinking $2 since it's not that much of a drive, but CA prices seem vastly different than what I'm used to (those $50+ cab rides, ouch!). The hotel's shuttle service does have limited service, so I might need to take a taxi, about how much would it cost for a 5 mile ride? I'm sure there will be taxis available at the airport, but if I'm at my hotel and need a ride to the airport, any recommended companies to call if I need a ride at 4-5AM?
What would be a good place to rest for a little downtime at DL? Especially if there is rain?
Anyone have trouble getting coins for the penny squishers? I feel silly looking around for heavy coins to pack, I'm not really a big fan of the machines, but figure I might get some if there are good designs. Should I get new shiny pennies to press or old ones? I read somewhere, that some of the older pennies have less zinc or something in them, so they don't have the silver streaks?
I think that is all of my questions, certainly appreciate any other tips, tricks, wisdom for my trip. Thanks!
Do all the characters give autographs? Do the characters sign the same way all the time or do they sign differently on different days (cough different CM)? Do the characters usually have an additional CM with them? I want to get in some of the pictures, but would rather not bother strangers all the time to do it.
I will be bringing a tripod, but it's probably not practical to set it up and wait 10 seconds for the camera's timer to take a picture with a character. I'll be using it for some scenery shots of DL and try out my hand at taking nightshots/fireworks. I actually have two tripods, one of those standard folding 60" ones that do kind of take up a lot of room. Then I have gorilla pod like one, it's smaller and is flexible to wrap around things. I'm thinking of taking the gorilla pod, but will I find enough things to affix it to?
Other reason I want to take the gorilla pod is that its fits in my backpack more easily, plus it is flexible so it won't jab into my back like the other tripod might. I should be able to take my backpack on all the rides, correct?
I plan to utilize the DL's photopass, can I just get the card from any PP photographer?
I ordered my DL tickets from getawaytoday, I can just pick these up from the Will Call window? Are the ticket booths/will call window opened before the gates open or do they open at the same time? (trying to gauge how early I should get there)
Where is the closest place with free WIFI when I'm at DL? I think it will be the hotel lobbies, but if there any tips, I would appreciate it. I might like to upload some photos, but phone doesn't have data
.What's everyone wearing? It looks like rain for the few days I'm there, so I've packed two cheap ponchos. I don't anticipate them holding up if there is heavy rain, but I'll buy one of the DL ponchos then. Anyone recall the cost of those? Think I read it was under $10 in some postings.
I'm not actually staying near Disney, but about 5 miles from SNA. The hotel has an airport shuttle, what should I tip the guy for picking me up and dropping me off? I was thinking $2 since it's not that much of a drive, but CA prices seem vastly different than what I'm used to (those $50+ cab rides, ouch!). The hotel's shuttle service does have limited service, so I might need to take a taxi, about how much would it cost for a 5 mile ride? I'm sure there will be taxis available at the airport, but if I'm at my hotel and need a ride to the airport, any recommended companies to call if I need a ride at 4-5AM?
What would be a good place to rest for a little downtime at DL? Especially if there is rain?
Anyone have trouble getting coins for the penny squishers? I feel silly looking around for heavy coins to pack, I'm not really a big fan of the machines, but figure I might get some if there are good designs. Should I get new shiny pennies to press or old ones? I read somewhere, that some of the older pennies have less zinc or something in them, so they don't have the silver streaks?
I think that is all of my questions, certainly appreciate any other tips, tricks, wisdom for my trip. Thanks!
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