Girls Trip Revisited-- Final Day (Part 3) -- August 14

[KatMark]

It was now Sunday, June 9. We were headed here:



If you couldn't figure out where "here" is from that picture, how about this one?



Yes, it was our Animal Kingdom Day. I know a lot of people don't like this park, but I have grown to love it (and like it more than the Studios).

The group consisted of Mary, the girls and I, Judy, Ryan and their two boys and Heather and Kenzie and Brenna. It would be a slow-moving day as Ryan and Judy did not want to get Cameron (all of 3-1/2) a stroller. So we walked at a snail's pace all of the time.

While the big kids (Ryan, Sam, Cayley, Avery, Brenna, Kenzie and Heather) went to ride Expedition Everest (this was after we got fastpasses for the Safari), Mary, Judy and I took Cameron over to Dinoland to have his face painted, ride the dinosaur Dumbo ride (never can remember the naem of it) and play in the dig site.



After the group rode Expedition Everest, they came to Dinoland and Heather took the girls on Primevil Whirl.

From there, it was a slow walk back to the Safari so we could see some animals:





















More animals:





Seriously, if my grandchildren turn out as sweet as these four girls, I will be one happy person.

After our safari ride, we did go see the gorilla:



After our safari, we stopped for lunch:



I didn't get food pictures...it was too hard with six kids and five adults.



On our way to the next desination, we stopped for these:





Up next, a treat and a favorite show.

 

[PhoenixStrength]

Yay for an AK day! I so love that park, especially Kilimanjaro Safari I've never spent much time in Dinoland beyond Dinosaur.

 

[ronnmel]

I have no idea how you can go to Disney with a 3 year old and not get a stroller.

I love Animal Kingdom. It's a totally different pace than the other parks, and it's not a bad thing.

 

[FauntleroyFAN07]

i thought i subed to this but i guess not, i enjoyed catching up, but that soup at the castle looked really good, was it a french onion one?

 

[annmarieda]

Count me as one of the people who loves AK. It is a different sort of park. Disney...but maybe not totally. KWIM?

You had me "dino dumbo ride" Yeah... it is the same ride isn't it.

 

[englishrose47]

AK parade is my favorite afternoon parade , we have found a great spot at the end and near the exit which is always a great spot to watch, then we high tail it out as this is usually our DTD evening with supper at Raglan Road mmmmmm!!!!

 

[Luvchefmic]

Oh Good Grief 3 1/2 and no stroller you surely have more patience than me Now you are at MY favorite park I was there the day it opened in 1998 yes one of those crazy people sitting in a car outside the entrance at 3:00 am waiting for it to open I think I was 2nd or 3rd in line Not much I've been willing to do that for in my entire life ( the other 2 times were Billy Joel and Elvis Presley concert tickets ....)

So this is going to be the favorite part of the trip report for me

 

[rachel09985]

I love Animal Kingdom as well! I think I might like it better than the Studios too!

Wow you got some good pictures of the animals! That is cool you saw the lion's tail. I have never seen a pic like that before!

 

[petals]

love the safari pics.

 

[Simba22]

You know I love AK! I prefer DHS at night as opposed to being there during the day! It's a really nice place to just wander around and SHOP!

We're going to try Beaches and Cream this year! I can't wait! I've been wanting to try it for a while but never had the chance to go that way! Now that we're staying at the BWV, it's more convenient!

 

[eandesmom]

Adorable pictures but oh 3.5 and no stroller? Yikes. Some kids won't do them till they pass out but having it there for when they do....is prudent. I think the hardest past is holding the rest of the group back. Meaning the bigger kids.

 

[MeMom]

It was now Sunday, June 9. We were headed here:

After our safari, we stopped for lunch:

That place always smells soooo good!!!

Up next, a treat and a favorite show.

Like a popsicle treat? This is the park where I almost get an icy cold strawberry bar. Yum!

Favorite show? Not sure if it has to do with lions or fishies..... I will watch and see. Or I suppose it could have to do with birdies, too. Lots of good shows in Animal Kingdom.


P.S. The name of the ride you couldn't think of is TriceraTop Spin.

Now you are at MY favorite park I was there the day it opened in 1998 yes one of those crazy people sitting in a car outside the entrance at 3:00 am waiting for it to open I think I was 2nd or 3rd in line Not much I've been willing to do that for in my entire life

So this is going to be the favorite part of the trip report for me

That is super cool! I would love to have been able to be there!

 

[MEK]

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Love this picture! It is so cute!

Ahhh - the loooooooooooong walk to which you referred to when I saw you the next day. You did seem just a tad frustrated with that.

 

[DWGal210]

Yum, Beaches & Cream! Love that place!!!

Your anniversary trip is SO close! I bet you're getting super excited. What a nice way to commemorate your anniversary!

I love AK too - I could do the safari three or four times a day, I just love it.

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

Yes, it was our Animal Kingdom Day. I know a lot of people don't like this park, but I have grown to love it (and like it more than the Studios).

AK has grown on me too. I really fell in love with the detailed theming on the last trip.

While the big kids (Ryan, Sam, Cayley, Avery, Brenna, Kenzie and Heather) went to ride Expedition Everest (this was after we got fastpasses for the Safari), Mary, Judy and I took Cameron over to Dinoland to have his face painted, ride the dinosaur Dumbo ride (never can remember the naem of it) and play in the dig site.

Now, Kathy, you know that ride is completely different from Dumbo. And the magic carpets. And the Astro-Orbiter.

More animals:

 

[jenseib]

UGH! I am so pro stroller. I probably would've volunteered to rent one and push the 3 year old around. LOL
But it sounds like you still had a lot of fun even if it was slow going. I realize parents want the kids to be independent, but I believe the strollers are life savers for the parents (and those with them).

 

[FloridaDreaming]

Boo for a toddler without a stroller. Ugh. That must've been a long journey.

I love AK. Haven't made it there yet since the move. It's one of those parks I'll need to get to first thing in the morning before it starts to feel like the surface of the sun. These pics are getting me itching for a visit.

I love Pizzafari. I agree with PP... it does always smell so good in there.

 

[JPFamilyMom]

We love AK too. My kids were brave enough to ride Dinosaur last trip, one loved it and one said never again, lol. Love the big picture of the dinosaur bones. Again the kids are darling. You got a lot of great animal pictures.

 

[GoofyFan1515]

Mary, so excited for the girls with their gymnastics success! So exciting, and you have every right to be proud of having such well rounded girls!!!

Beaches and Cream is so much fun, and I can never make a good decision on their desserts............I always want to try them all!

So much fun when you finally made it to DHS, and congrats on your being half-brave with the one arm up!!!

I love AK! You got some great pictures on the safari. Of course you got some good ones of your beloved Giraffes, but surprised so many more of the elephants! That is one great picture of the lion!

 

[GrammyJudy]

Looks like a good trip but a bit confusing I am sure with all those kids. I am sure you are looking forward to your anniversary trip.