January 2009. . . Calling all Snowbirds ~ Part III !!!

[Momof2Disneyboys]

QOTD: What is your favourite thing to do on your LAST night in Disney? (I know that we don't really want our vacations to end but it is a good question!)

On the last evening we usually end up at DTD using up all of our snack credits from the DDP that we did not use through the week!!

What... big hair is out..... when did that happen

I can't wait for the time to change. I hate getting the kids up and taking them to school in the dark. They start at 7:30 and really have to be at school around 7:15.

Me too! I am so tired of standing at the bus stop in the dark. I thought my kids were the only ones that went to school so dang early. It stinks! It's nice when they are done early though!

Hi Everyone, after my daily ritual of checking in, I discovered this thread and discovered we are not on it. I was surprised since I missed it or overlooked it. Oh yeah, I know, the title "snowbirds" threw me, since that typically refers to retired people, and well, I am not retired yet, but close ,

Anyhow, our trip dates: Jan. 22-27, consisting of 1 Adult, 1 tween and 1 teen and the plan is to stay at the new club rooms at CSR
Our ADRS:
1/22 Teppan Edo 8:30 (late arrival)
1/23 Crystal Palace 6:45 pm
1/24 Coral Reef 1:00
1/25 Boma 5:50
1/26 Mama Melrose @4:35 missed the fantasmic package by 5 min
1/27 Kona Cafe @1:45

We (ok I) am super excited about the trip, and think we have a great itinerary planned. A bit nervous about the economy, but let's think positive. Thanks for the "soap box" all you retired folks out there !

WELCOME to the Snowbirds!

 

[MindyLuvsMickey]

We'll have Phillies gear on for sure!! We were at WDW in January 1994, which was after the Phils were in the World Series the last time. We saw Jim Fregosi, the manager, at MGM. We talked to him and thanked him for the good season, and got our picture taken with him. DH wore his Phillies hat most of the time. And that was when they lost!!!! Looking forward to celebrating tonight!!!

I am so bummed about the game. If it resumes tomorrow I will be working. I work 3-11 tomorrow. Hopefully my patients won't mind my watching the game.

What a lousy way to call a game, if you ask me! We were completely bummed but what can you do? It was raining pretty hard there. It's suppose to rain again tonight. Let's hope that they get it in tonight and win big! We'll definitely have our Phillies gear on in January!

So, here's my question for your experts. My boys keep talking about riding race cars. But I'm not thrilled with what I read about the race cars in Tomorrowland. Read they are kind of anticlimactic and boring for most.

Will Test Track make my boys happy and satisfy their desire to ride a race car? Or should I suck it up and take them to the other cars?

Test track will definitely fill the need for race car action! I can't wait for DS to ride it. He's going to love it!


Morning Snowbirds! There are so many pages to catch up on. I have to do it in shifts! LOL Hope you all have great day. I'll check back in when DS goes to preschool.

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

So, here's my question for your experts. My boys keep talking about riding race cars. But I'm not thrilled with what I read about the race cars in Tomorrowland. Read they are kind of anticlimactic and boring for most.

Will Test Track make my boys happy and satisfy their desire to ride a race car? Or should I suck it up and take them to the other cars?

The Tomorrowland cars are VERY boring!!

Yes, take them on Test Track!! They will love it!!

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Oh-oh, Shelley I have a change to make to my ADRs! Sorry!

On January 19, we're now eating at Boma for breakfast instead of 1900 Park Fare.

If it's bad, I'm blaming Trixie.

 

[pamouselover]

Yes, test track rocks!

QOTD: What is your favorite thing to do on your LAST night in Disney? (I know that we don't really want our vacations to end but it is a good question!)
We usally hit whatever park we want to do one more time, and take it all in till next time.

So, here's my question for your experts. My boys keep talking about riding race cars. But I'm not thrilled with what I read about the race cars in Tomorrowland. Read they are kind of anticlimactic and boring for most.

Will Test Track make my boys happy and satisfy their desire to ride a race car? Or should I suck it up and take them to the other cars?

 

[MomofKatie]

Hey, y'all! Since I am a Southern gal, I don't count as a snowbird- but I just found the thread and wanted to add myself to the "going to WDW in January" list.

The vacationers: me (42 yo SAHM with a serious Disney obsession) and DD (10 yo 5th grader who is almost as Disney-crazy as me). We are leaving DH home this trip- he's not into WDW like we are.

The place: Best Western Lakeside

The time: 10 nights, 1/16- 1/26. DD has MLK day, the Friday that same week, and the following Monday off school, so she will only miss 3 instructional days.

The plan:
Fri-Drive to FL after school- arrive at hotel that night.
Sat- Epcot
Sun- AK- lunch @ Tusker House
Mon- BB if warm enough, DTD if not, then to campfire at FW
Tues- MK- dinner @ Plaza
Wed- DHS
Thur- realx at resort, tour deluxe hotels- dinner@ Spoodles at the BWI
Fri- MK
Sat- Epcot- lunch @ Biergarten
Sun- AK
Mon- drive home to NC

Hope we see some of you all there!!

 

[AussieAngel]

Shelly... Sorry I spelt your name wrong in my last message!!

Peaches... Yep, the Tomorrowland cars are boring!!! And it's smoky and hot and slow. Maybe boys might like it though.

 

[trixiequilts]

Oh-oh, Shelley I have a change to make to my ADRs! Sorry!

On January 19, we're now eating at Boma for breakfast instead of 1900 Park Fare.

If it's bad, I'm blaming Trixie.

AussieAngel-If it is bad, you better tell me before I go there! Are you taking your computer with you???

 

[coffeehousemom]

So, here's my question for your experts. My boys keep talking about riding race cars. But I'm not thrilled with what I read about the race cars in Tomorrowland. Read they are kind of anticlimactic and boring for most.

Will Test Track make my boys happy and satisfy their desire to ride a race car? Or should I suck it up and take them to the other cars?

If they don't want to "drive" then TT will definately work. Much faster than any car you drive there. But if they want to "drive" then you will have to "gulp" ride the cars.

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Hey, y'all! Since I am a Southern gal, I don't count as a snowbird- but I just found the thread and wanted to add myself to the "going to WDW in January" list.

The vacationers: me (42 yo SAHM with a serious Disney obsession) and DD (10 yo 5th grader who is almost as Disney-crazy as me). We are leaving DH home this trip- he's not into WDW like we are.

The place: Best Western Lakeside

The time: 10 nights, 1/16- 1/26. DD has MLK day, the Friday that same week, and the following Monday off school, so she will only miss 3 instructional days.

The plan:
Fri-Drive to FL after school- arrive at hotel that night.
Sat- Epcot
Sun- AK- lunch @ Tusker House
Mon- BB if warm enough, DTD if not, then to campfire at FW
Tues- MK- dinner @ Plaza
Wed- DHS
Thur- realx at resort, tour deluxe hotels- dinner@ Spoodles at the BWI
Fri- MK
Sat- Epcot- lunch @ Biergarten
Sun- AK
Mon- drive home to NC

Hope we see some of you all there!!

to the Snowbirds!

 

[Kazooie01]

QOTD: We'll probably ask the Kids where they would like to go one more time, park hopping, and maybe DTD.

Lots of snow talk today, we already have a couple of inches on the ground and they have forecasted 6-10 inches total accumulation today. (I personally think it will all turn to rain)

 

[MAGGIED]

So, here's my question for your experts. My boys keep talking about riding race cars. But I'm not thrilled with what I read about the race cars in Tomorrowland. Read they are kind of anticlimactic and boring for most.

Will Test Track make my boys happy and satisfy their desire to ride a race car? Or should I suck it up and take them to the other cars?

YES!!!!

 

[AussieAngel]

AussieAngel-If it is bad, you better tell me before I go there! Are you taking your computer with you???

I'm afraid not, sorry!! We'll have to suffer together.

Nooooo, I'm sure it will be yummy!!!

Did you know that the word "Boma" actually means "cage" or "enclosure"?! Weird!!

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Here is Chef Mickey's for all who wanted to see it again!


Breakfast


Served Daily 7:00 Until 11:30 a.m.

Mickey, Goofy, Chip and Dale

$22.99 for Adults, $12.99 for Children 3-9

Holiday Pricing May Apply During Specific Times of the Year


SAMPLE MENU


PREMIUM FRUIT BAR
Seasonal Melon and Fresh Fruit Display, Assorted Flavored Yogurts & More

CEREAL SELECTIONS
Almond Granola, Frosted Flakes, Fruit Loops, Cocoa Krispies, Hot Oatmeal, and Grits

BREAKFAST SPECIALTIES
Pluto's Corned Beef Hash
Scrambled eggs
Three-cheese Omelet
Chef's Daily Omelet
Mickey Waffles
Goofy's Vegetable Lasagna
Bacon and Cheese Potatoes
Breakfast potatoes
Minnie's Breakfast Pizza
Challah French Toast
Pancakes made to order with a variety of toppings
Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy
Sausage Links and Bacon

PASTRY CHEF'S CREATIONS
Bagels, Chocolate Croissants, Muffins
Cinnamon Rolls, Rice Krispy Treats
Cheese Blintzes, Peach Cobbler, Brownies
Assorted Danish & More

Traditional breakfast beverages included

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Dinner

5:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Mickey, Goofy, Pluto, Donald and Minnie

BUFFET PRICE : $29.99 FOR ADULTS
$14.99 FOR CHILDREN 3-9

Holiday Pricing May Apply During Specific Times of the Year


SAMPLE MENU

PREMIUM SALAD BAR AND SOUR DU JOUR
Today's Soup: Chicken and Corn Chowder

ON THE CARVING BOARD
Spice Rubbed Prime Rib & Oven-Roasted Bone-in Ham

CHEF'S BUFFET SPECIALS OF THE DAY
Madeira Wild Mushroom Beef Tips
Orange Teriyaki Chicken
Tamarind Glazed Salmon with Pesto and Wasabi Mango Coulis
Penne Pasta with Chicken and Italian Sausage Florentine

WONDERFUL ACCOMPANIMENTS
Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Mickey Cheese Ravioli and Marinara Sauce
Rice with Peas
Garlic Steamed Broccoli Polonaise
Mandarin Orange Glazed Baby Carrots

CHILDREN'S FAVORITES
Chef Mickey's Macaroni and Cheese
Goofy's Cheese Pizza
Minnie's Vegetables
Chip & Dale's Tender Chicken

SAVE ROOM FOR THE FABULOUS SUNDAE AND DESSERT BAR

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Sunshine Seasons - Epcot (CS)

BREAKFAST

Adult Breakfast platter (Bacon, Eggs, sausage, and a biscuit) $6.29

Oatmeal (add raisins or brown sugar no extra charge) $2.49

Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Croissant $5.99

Kids' French toast with sausage $4.09


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ASIAN

Two Entree Items and Two Sides $9.69
Vegetarian Entree includes all four sides $7.69

Chicken Chile and Garlic Noodle Bowl $6.09

Side Items: Garlic Udon Noodles, Stirfry vegetables, White Rice, or Broccoli
Entree Items: Sweet and Sour Chicken, Spicy Thai Chicken, Mongolian Ginger Beef

Children's Selection: Sweet and Sour Chicken and Beverage $4.25


SOUP AND SALADS

Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese Salad with Cilantro and Lime dressing $7.09

Seared Tuna on Mixed Greens with Sesame Rice Wine dressing $8.39

Caesar Salad with Oak-fired Chicken $7.59

Bowl of Freshly Made Soup $3.99

Children's Selection Macaroni and Cheese with Beverage $4.25

SANDWICHES

Grilled Vegetable Cuban Sandwich $7.59

Black Forest Ham and Salami Grinder $7.59

Turkey and Muenster Cheese on Foccacia with Chipotle Mayonnaise $6.99

Children's Selection: Mini Sub and Beverage $4.25

THE GRILL

Half Rotisserie Chicken with two sides $9.99

Grilled Salmon with Olive Pesto sauce and two sides $9.99

Rotisserie Pork Chop with two sides $9.99

Children's Selection: Chicken Leg with Mashed Potatoes and Beverage $4.25

Side Items: Mashed Potatoes, Salad with Apple-Balsamic Dressing, Rice Pilaf, Glazed Carrots

BEVERAGES

Coca Cola, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Vault, Sprite, Pink Lemonade, Fanta - Regular $2.19/Large $2.49

Bottled Water (regular, lemon, and berry flavored), Powerade, Apple Juice, Chocolate Milk, Orange Juice, 1% and Whole Milk

Hot Tea $1.89
Hot Cocoa $1.89
Nescafe Coffee $1.89


DESSERTS

Nestle Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies $1.49 each

Latte, French Vanilla, and Mocha Coffee Drinks $2.69/$3.19

Also freshly made pies and cakes, and many grab'n'go items, like sushi and mini quiches.

 

[Desnik]

Where the heck have I been? I had no idea about this thread existing!! Please add us to the list.

It will be me, 32yo, DH 36yo, DD 10yo(we are celebrating her 11th bday!)and DS 5yo.

Our dates: Jan. 23rd-29th
Resorts: AKV and BWV
ADR's:
Jan 23- 6:30pm Tutto Italia
Jan 25- 6:25pm Spoodles
Jan 26- 7:05pm Kona Cafe
Jan 28- 7:10pm LeCellier

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Shelly - I have a change to make We changed our resort to CBR! I think you conviced me with all the talk about how great it is! Hope you are right!

Melxthree ~ Come join the CBR Countdown thread!!
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1934729&page=8

 

[MAGGIED]

For those of you might have some General Motors connection.... if you or your spouse work for Gm and bring along an insurance card, a pay stub, or badge (something that shows you work there) youget to go in a special enterance and go up to the lounge for free beverages and then go to the front of the line.....

my tip for the day....

 

[trixiequilts]

I'm afraid not, sorry!! We'll have to suffer together.

Nooooo, I'm sure it will be yummy!!!

Did you know that the word "Boma" actually means "cage" or "enclosure"?! Weird!!

You are such a wealth of world knowledge for me, do you know that?

Maybe you should leave me a note at the desk of AKL so I'll know when I check in! You could even leave it in code...something like..."DO NOT become caged"!

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Where the heck have I been? I had no idea about this thread existing!! Please add us to the list.

It will be me, 32yo, DH 36yo, DD 10yo(we are celebrating her 11th bday!)and DS 5yo.

Our dates: Jan. 23rd-29th
Resorts: AKV and BWV
ADR's:
Jan 23- 6:30pm Tutto Italia
Jan 25- 6:25pm Spoodles
Jan 26- 7:05pm Kona Cafe
Jan 28- 7:10pm LeCellier

I don't know where you have been! We have been here since July!! WELCOME to the Snowbirds!! Feel free to jump right in here and chat away. We are here everyday! Looks like you have a great trip planned!