His 1st Disney Trip is a quickie – Don’t judge, we’ve done this before

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His 1st Disney Trip is a quickie – Don’t judge, we’ve done this before


For the past 10 years, my hubby (Bop) and I (Nana) have been taking our grandchildren (five on a rotating basis) to Disneyworld. Some trips are longer than others, but because of circumstances, we usually end up doing a long weekend trip only. So while not the ideal, I am very thankful for what time I can get with Mickey, the Princesses and all their friends at Disney. Out of these 10 years, we have had the pleasure of five (5) day trips, twice; those are rare, but fond memories. We have a newbie, our one and only grandson, who will be initiated into the DisneyWorld trip tradition this year, and of course, I have been getting him ready for the excitement for a year 
So, that is a little history - Now, let’s get this pre-trip report started.

Our Cast:
• Nana (the grandmother and author of this trip report) - Love all things Disney, especially a trip to the World, it’s my happy place.
• Bop (hubby and grandpa of this group) – He goes along with Disney because I love it and loves to see his grandchildren excited and having fun. He’ll be the expert photographer. He secretly might even enjoy the trip.
• Kayna (age 10) – Her 4th trip to DW and loves Disney Princesses, movies, and ALL rides. She’s willing to ride anything once.
• Savannah (age 7) – Her 4th trip to DW and loves all things Disney. Has a collection of Disney Princess Barbie’s and dolls, movies, music, and the castle playhouse. Rides are ok, but she is all about the magical feeling of the park and meeting her favorite characters.
• Christian (Bubba – age 3) – 1st trip to DW and has been talking about it for almost a year. Loves Disney Jr characters as well as the Beast. Walks around the house singing, “ Let it Go, and For the First Time in Forever “. His 4th birthday will be shortly after we return home, so of course we will be also celebrating his birthday there, and getting both buttons: 1st visit and Birthday.

Our Favorites:
• Nana – (rides) Space Mountain and Soarin’ (Character) Pocahontas
• Bop – (rides) Splash Mountain and Buzz Lightyear (Character) Rapunzel
• Kayna – (rides) Space Mountain (Character) Olaf and Anna
• Savannah (rides) Little Mermaid (Character) Doc McStuffins
• Bubba (rides) he says he’ll love them all (Character) Jake

Our Plans – (yes, I’m crazy, but it will work – you’ll see)
• Dates – May 2014
• Dining Plan – Yes (regular)
• Resort – Port Orleans Riverside (Alligator Bayou)
o Friday 11:00 p.m. Arrive in Orlando (offsite) Fairfield Inn
o Saturday
 Visit Art of Animation- take family pics in different sections
 Check in Port Orleans Riverside – Fish, Lunch, Swim,
 Dinner at Whispering Canyon (Wilderness Lodge)
 Movies on the Lawn (at our resort)
o Sunday
 Breakfast at Hollywood and Vine (Hollywood Studio’s)
 DisneyJr Live on Stage
 Hop to Magic Kingdom
 Lunch at Be Our Guest (Castle) FP+ for this
 3 FP+ (Splash Mtn, BTMRR, Little Mermaid)
 Late Dinner at THE PLAZA
 Parade and Wishes
 Extra Magic Hours – Ride favorites we have missed to this point
o Note: we have a double stroller rented to receive at our resort. We will not be taking a break in the middle of the day, but will utilize Hall of Presidents for some down time and possibly a nap for all of us.
o Monday
 Breakfast at the food court (resort)
 Leave for home 

So that’s our story. I hope you will join us for what is sure to be a whirlwind, entertaining trip to introduce our grandson to the Wonderful World of Disney. It’s getting close. I’ll be back with some last minute updates and let you know how the packing goes, once I start.

Nana