Is it December Yet?? Cancelled with a Heavy Heart!

[DsnyMama]

What a bittersweet day for sure!! My kids are only 1 & 3 and thinking about the day they "leave the next" makes me literally tear up already....


Definitely let us know how the ADRs go!

 

[DizNee Luver]

What a bittersweet day for sure!! My kids are only 1 & 3 and thinking about the day they "leave the next" makes me literally tear up already....


Definitely let us know how the ADRs go!

Time goes so fast......I've been lucky to have 2 of my boys here much longer than young adults there age usually do......but it still doesn't make it any easier.

I will be reporting on the ADR's!!

 

[lovethattink]

Sounds like a bittersweet day tomorrow.

Love his choice of meal! Yum!

I hope he gets a great assigment here!

Fingers crossed that you get all the ADRs you want!

While you are up early making ADRs we will be at DHS in line for a celebrity FP for autograph.

 

[tofubeast]

Best of luck to your son. What a fabulous opportunity and amazing experience ahead!! Won't it be fun to see him when you are at the World in 180 days?

Good luck with all those amazing ADRs!! Thought the time difference sure isn't friendly for you. 3am! yikes.

 

[kaoden39]

 

[Trentmom]

Good Luck to Derek. I am sure he will do great a have a lot of fun!!

Hugs to you

good luck on your adrs

 

[DizNee Luver]

Sounds like a bittersweet day tomorrow.

Love his choice of meal! Yum!

I hope he gets a great assigment here!

Fingers crossed that you get all the ADRs you want!

While you are up early making ADRs we will be at DHS in line for a celebrity FP for autograph.

I know he was a tad disappointed in being assigned to the food service.....but he's so thrilled to be given this opportunity he'll do it with a smile on his face. He's gonna give the auditions a shot....he'd like to be a "furry".....lol

Oh, do tell about your celebrity autograph thing!!!!!

Best of luck to your son. What a fabulous opportunity and amazing experience ahead!! Won't it be fun to see him when you are at the World in 180 days?

Good luck with all those amazing ADRs!! Thought the time difference sure isn't friendly for you. 3am! yikes.

It will be so fun to see him there.....kinda wish it was a little sooner than December.....but time will fly by & at that point, we should have an idea of what his long term plans are.

The time difference is killer....but hubby is off tomorrow....so I can sleep in after doing them!!

Thanx Michele....I'll gladly accept that hug!!

Good Luck to Derek. I am sure he will do great a have a lot of fun!!

Hugs to you

good luck on your adrs

He'll make the most of this experience....I have no doubt!!

I'm about 6 hrs out from making those ADR's.....getting kinda excited!!

 

[LisaCat]

Just speed read thru all 46 pages. I know you probably won't see this before you do your ADRs at the plumbers-ugly-butt-crack-of-dawn, but I didn't see it mentioned by anyone.... Epcot is COMPLETELY holding a couple of the restaurants out of the ADR system until they get the Candlelight packages figured out. One is LeCellier. I think Coral Reef was another, as well as Rose & Crown. I have been unable to book a LeCellier lunch for ANY date during my trip at ANY time. According to this thread, it seems to have been confirmed that these restaurants are not in the system yet. Of course, that could change tomorrow when you do your ADR's, but I've been checking twice a day for my dates since my 180 day and nothin. *sigh* So go for Le Cellier, put "lunch" and if it says no tables, just move on to the next one on your list because they are still blocked out.

 

[DizNee Luver]

Just speed read thru all 46 pages. I know you probably won't see this before you do your ADRs at the plumbers-ugly-butt-crack-of-dawn, but I didn't see it mentioned by anyone.... Epcot is COMPLETELY holding a couple of the restaurants out of the ADR system until they get the Candlelight packages figured out. One is LeCellier. I think Coral Reef was another, as well as Rose & Crown. I have been unable to book a LeCellier lunch for ANY date during my trip at ANY time. According to this thread, it seems to have been confirmed that these restaurants are not in the system yet. Of course, that could change tomorrow when you do your ADR's, but I've been checking twice a day for my dates since my 180 day and nothin. *sigh* So go for Le Cellier, put "lunch" and if it says no tables, just move on to the next one on your list because they are still blocked out.

I had been pre-warned about the Epcot restaurants being held at this point......I just wish they would get things figured out so I can be done booking my stuff!!

 

[DizNee Luver]

Well my first attempt of doing ADR's online was a SUCCESS!!!!! I was able to make all my ressies for pretty much the times I wanted & the dates I originally picked (didn't have to go to any of my back up plans). The only ones I was unable to do was the Epcot ones. So no go at this point for the Garden Grill or Coral Reef. I will try LeCellier for the CP dining package when it comes available. I'll just have to keep my eye on the threads to see when they open up the dining times for these restaurants. Will list out the restaurants, dates & times after I go get some sleep!! Night everyone!!

 

[GoofySon'sMom]

Well my first attempt of doing ADR's online was a SUCCESS!!!!! I was able to make all my ressies for pretty much the times I wanted & the dates I originally picked (didn't have to go to any of my back up plans). The only ones I was unable to do was the Epcot ones. So no go at this point for the Garden Grill or Coral Reef. I will try LeCellier for the CP dining package when it comes available. I'll just have to keep my eye on the threads to see when they open up the dining times for these restaurants. Will list out the restaurants, dates & times after I go get some sleep!! Night everyone!!

I knew you would get everything you wanted!

Definitely a bummer about the EPCOT restaurants. I will keep watching to see when they open up. GG and CR are two very cool restaurants so I hope that you are ultimately able to get them! (PS, I didn't realize GG was part of the CP so I don't know why they couldn't have opened up that one!)

 

[DsnyMama]

Hooray for getting all the ADRs you wanted! Can't wait to see them! I'm annoyed at the CP packages too... I'm ready to tack down my CF and CR meal times down!

 

[DisneyStitch626]

Yay! Glad you got most of your ADR's!! Must be a relief.


I hope Derek has arrives safely in Orlando and makes it to the Pop. So exciting for him. It's nice that's he's already talked to some of the people he's going to be with. Probably makes the change a little easier for him. Sorry it is so hard for you, but at least you'll see him in December when you go to the second happiest place on earth (IMO)!

 

[DizNee Luver]

I knew you would get everything you wanted!

Definitely a bummer about the EPCOT restaurants. I will keep watching to see when they open up. GG and CR are two very cool restaurants so I hope that you are ultimately able to get them! (PS, I didn't realize GG was part of the CP so I don't know why they couldn't have opened up that one!)

Thanx for the support & advice Vicki!! I will be happy when I have those 2 set and the CP dining package.....then it's just a matter of counting down the days!!!

Hooray for getting all the ADRs you wanted! Can't wait to see them! I'm annoyed at the CP packages too... I'm ready to tack down my CF and CR meal times down!

I was thrilled it went as easily as it did....most were right at the time we requested or 5 mins away. Hopefully we'll get to set our Epcot ressies soon!!

Yay! Glad you got most of your ADR's!! Must be a relief.


I hope Derek has arrives safely in Orlando and makes it to the Pop. So exciting for him. It's nice that's he's already talked to some of the people he's going to be with. Probably makes the change a little easier for him. Sorry it is so hard for you, but at least you'll see him in December when you go to the second happiest place on earth (IMO)!

Definitely a relief....wasn't sure having a party of 7 would be an issue or not.

Derek just texted us to say he was in the Orlando airport. Now he's looking for the Magical Express to check in & get his ride to the Pop Century!! He's gonna do great!! I'll do ok, as long as he calls or texts me and sends pics from WDW!!

 

[GoofySon'sMom]

...Derek just texted us to say he was in the Orlando airport. Now he's looking for the Magical Express to check in & get his ride to the Pop Century!! He's gonna do great!! I'll do ok, as long as he calls or texts me and sends pics from WDW!!

Yay that Derek arrived safely! I know the first time we used the ME we were shocked at how far the walk was! But once we found it it was super smooth and easy. And the movie on the bus is awesome for getting you right into the Disney spirit!

 

[EeyoreJen]

Yay that Derek arrived safely! I know the first time we used the ME we were shocked at how far the walk was! But once we found it it was super smooth and easy. And the movie on the bus is awesome for getting you right into the Disney spirit!

ADRs and safe arrivals - it's been an AWESOME weekend for you!!

 

[LisaCat]

Well my first attempt of doing ADR's online was a SUCCESS!!!!! I was able to make all my ressies for pretty much the times I wanted & the dates I originally picked (didn't have to go to any of my back up plans). The only ones I was unable to do was the Epcot ones. So no go at this point for the Garden Grill or Coral Reef. I will try LeCellier for the CP dining package when it comes available. I'll just have to keep my eye on the threads to see when they open up the dining times for these restaurants. Will list out the restaurants, dates & times after I go get some sleep!! Night everyone!!

HOORAY!!!!!

Are you one of those "live with your cell phone by your side" kinda people? Cuz I'm pretty sure I've got your number still and I'm stalking the Epcot ADRs as well and would be happy to text you as soon as I see/hear anything.

 

[DizNee Luver]

Now that our ADR's are set.....let's revisit the Itinerary to see what we have!!!

So this Itinerary is still subject to change since we have NOT booked our flights yet......but this is what we'd like to do if we can secure the SW flights we'd like.

THUR. DEC 6th:
Travel from Oregon, arriving in Orlando 9:25pm, pick up rental vehicle
One night at the Pop Century Resort

FRI. DEC 7th:
Breakfast at the Pop Century (pay out of pocket)
Check-out of the Pop & Pre-check in at Port Orleans~French Quarter Resort
Head to Downtown Disney for the day
Lunch at Earl of Sandwich (1 cr)
More DTD & possibly swimming back at the resort
8:00pm~Dinner at The Spirit of Aloha/Poly (2 cr)

SAT. DEC 8th:
8:00am~Breakfast at 1900 Park Fare/GF (1 cr)
***EPCOT*** 9am-9:30pm
Lunch at Coral Reef (1 cr) *Still need to book*
Dinner at Garden Grill (1 cr) *Still need to book*
Illuminations

SUN. DEC 9th:
***MAGIC KINGDOM*** 9am-7pm
8:10am~Breakfast at Crystal Palace (1 cr)
4:15pm~Dinner at Cinderella's Royal Table (2 cr)
Head back to resort for pool time!

MON. DEC 10th:
***ANIMAL KINGDOM*** 9am-5pm
8:00am~Breakfast at Tusker House (1 cr)
Lunch at Flame Tree BBQ (1 cr)
6:00pm~Dinner at Boatwrights/POR (1 cr)
Pirates & Pals Wishes Cruise *Still need to book*

TUE. DEC 11th:
Breakfast at POFQ (1 cr)
***HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS*** 9am-8pm
12:55pm~Lunch at Sci Fi Cafe (1 cr)
6:30~Dinner at 50's Prime Time Diner (1 cr)
Osborne Family Lights

WED. DEC 12th:
8:00am~Breakfast at Kona Cafe/Poly (1 cr)
***MAGIC KINGDOM*** 9am-8pm
4:25pm~Dinner at the Plaza Inn (1 cr)
Wishes Dessert Party *Still need to book*

THUR. DEC 13th:
8:30am~Breakfast at Chef Mickey's/Cont (1 cr)
***RESORT DAY***
Checking out decorations at resorts & swimming
***MICKEY'S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY*** 4pm to Midnight *Still need to buy tickets*
5:10pm~Dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern (1 cr)

FRI. DEC 14th:
8:00am~Breakfast at Cape May/Beach (1 cr)
***PICK A PARK DAY***
MK 9-7/AK 9-5/HS 9-8/EP 9-9:30
7:55pm~Dinner at California Grill/Cont (2 cr)
Watch fireworks from restaurant

SAT. DEC 15th:
***EPCOT*** 9am-9:30pm
8:30am~Breakfast at Akershus (1 cr)
Lunch/Dinner for Candlelight Processional Dining Package (2 cr) *still need to book*
CP Choices: LeCellier, Rose & Crown, Teppan Edo
Candlelight Processional
Illuminations

SUN. DEC 16th:
8:00am~Breakfast at Ohana/Poly (1 cr)
Check out of POFQ & Pre-Check in to Art of Animation
Head to Downtown Disney
1:45pm~Lunch at Planet Hollywood (1 cr)
Back to AofA for swim.
6:55pm~Dinner at 1900 Park Fare/GF (1 cr)

MON. DEC 17th:
Breakfast at AofA (pay out of pocket)
Check out & head to Orlando Airport, drop off rental & fly back to Oregon~getting back at 7:30pm (pacific time)


So the Italic meals are the ones covered by our Deluxe Dining Plan (27 cr) We will book the Pop & AofA separately and not as part of our package.

So there you go....the new & IMPROVED itinerary, complete with ADR's!!!!

 

[DizNee Luver]

Yay that Derek arrived safely! I know the first time we used the ME we were shocked at how far the walk was! But once we found it it was super smooth and easy. And the movie on the bus is awesome for getting you right into the Disney spirit!

He was beat by the time he found it.....was hoping he'd sleep on the flight, but he didn't.....so finger's crossed for early check in!!

ADRs and safe arrivals - it's been an AWESOME weekend for you!!

Pretty happy with the way it's turned out!!!

HOORAY!!!!!

Are you one of those "live with your cell phone by your side" kinda people? Cuz I'm pretty sure I've got your number still and I'm stalking the Epcot ADRs as well and would be happy to text you as soon as I see/hear anything.

We don't have a house phone so my cell is my main phone.....text away!!!

 

[osu2k1]

I am in Tigard (graduated from OSU)! We are going Dec 8-15th! (It's a) Small world!!! I am getting ready to do the PTR today. Looking forward to reading yours!