I have posted a few times. This will be my first Divas trip!!!! I am so excited to get away by myself! I have talked my self into and out of this trip several times!
Well, talk yourself in to it and then keep it there. lol Good to see you posting again. Don't worry about the thread moving fast or everyone knowing each other. Truthfully, the best way to get to know everyone is to jump in and post. Do you have a pic you don't mind posting? If so, send it to me and I will add you to the front page list of Divas going on the trip.
Should I fly into Orange County or LAX? How do I get from the airport to the HOJO?
This part I cannot really help you with. I don't fly in, we drive, but there are several on here who can offer advice on shuttles and such. I see Melody has already offered some in fact.
I still need an entertainment card for the HOJO discount?
Yes, to get the ET rate you need to show your ET card from one of the Entertainment Books. You can order those online for any area, but if you buy the one for your area you'll have all sorts of coupons to use. OR if you do end up with a roommate who already has a card you are all set. You only need to show one card per room.
Have already booked the hotel room at the HOJO though. I have a friend that wants to come, but not sure yet. If she doesn't come, can I offer up for roommates?
Sure, there is a list on the front page of roommates. Many people are willing to go three to a room, so you can find someone you click with and just ask.
When do I need to sign up for group activites/meals?
Not just yet. Don't worry, you will know when sign ups start. I'll change the title and it will be mentioned many times repeatedly. And all the lists will appear on the front page for confirmation. It's still a bit early though. I've found from past experience if you start sign ups too soon, too many changes are made, thus leading to confusion and a need to constantly change the lists. lol Take a peek at the schedule so far, think of what you'd like to do and then when it's time, you'll already know what you want to sign up for.
I am coming in from Columbus, Ohio. So, I am thinking of coming in the night before. What is the first day usually like?
I might be coming in the day before too. Not sure yet. The first day is pretty laid back. Everyone is arriving at different times. We'll plan on casual things like a counter service meal so those who are already in the parks can meet up if they want. Then that night is when the fun begins with the Meet and Greet party to officially kick off the trip.
Where is the best place to get my ticket for the parks at?
As Melody said, don't book yet. As it gets closer there might be specials that you can book online directly through Disney.
I have been to Disneyland when I was really little and don't remember it at all.
Well, you are in for a treat! So much has changed anyway and is changing. I just wish Fantasmic was going to be playing during our trip. That's a bummer.
I have been to Disneyworld lots and can get around there pretty well. I am just naturally a planner and need to start figuring this out. Once I book the flight I can't back out!
Well, better book the flight asap so you cannot back out.
Your husband is encouraging you so go for it. And don't let the mommy guilt get to you. We all go through that to some degree, but honestly you will come home feeling so refreshed and ready to be "mommy and wife" again. We all need a break for ourselves now and then.