Don't have the slightest idea of HOW to send pictures -so sorry. But here is some of our trip details.
Arrived at hotel and were immediately taken to CC to ck in. Room not ready but they gave us our passes and we headed for the MK. First ride (request of 9 yr old) was SM. Having the good sense of a 67 yr old I declined and let my daughter (age 42) be her companion. As they came out my gr-daughter said it was GREAT and laughed - daughter rated it as 'puking fast' (sorry!) I said good for both of them!! Headed for Buzz Lightyear and I actually beat the 9 yr old. (high point for me) We next went to POTC but couldn't find Jack Swallow! Told he wasn't there. The ride though is longer and 10 x's better than Florida. We then went to the Blue Bayou for lunch (great on churning stomachs). Food was excellent, but had a few glitches. My daughter ordered a 3 course meal - received 2, we were billed for 3 but it was adjusted when brought to their attention. I ordered a starter which I never got (didn't need it anyway). The hamburger in the childs menu (under age 14) was HUGE!!! I swear it was 1/2 lb or more of meat! Way too much for most children and adults couldn't order it. Loved the restaurant and the food that we did have. We then went to Indiana Jones (dumb me - I went on the thing and I HATE roller coasters). Scared the daylights out of me - the other 2 loved it. Didn't that thing used to go backwards? Back to hotel and room was ready - gorgeous! Huge bath, huge room, very clean - loved it!
For dinner we went to Buffalo Bills - wouldn't do it again. Food was awful and entertainment very so so. Walked around DD for awhile then back to MK for Phanton Manor (had to go at night you know! again a super ride, but I like the graveyard at WDW better as well as the approach to the bldg) then we stayed for the parade and fireworks. Great! Floats and lights were beautiful! I prefer the Florida music but the parade here seemed longer. As crowded as it was, it certainly wasn't over the top like WDW! Nobody pushing shoving - very courteous - had a great time!
Day 2
Back to MK. Saw the Nautilus/Under the sea thing, rode on Small World. What a beauty that is! Thank goodness they rehabbed the one in WDW or it wouldn't come close to competing with this one! The colors were vibrant - every doll worked. Very nice time. Chased granddaughter around the Labyrinth (which she thought was great), went on the storybook cruise and the Casey Jr. Next was Peter Pan which is always wonderful.
Lunch was at the hotel - Innoventions I think. HUGE buffet with everything you could possibly think of - very very nice. We then made tracks for the Movie Studio. Sat thru Cinemamagique and really loved it! Granddaughter said 'how did they do that, grandma?' Then on to RNRC - (no - I passed again on this one, but they went on it twice!) Both loved it but said they couldn't hear much Aerosmith music, don't know if that is normal or not. We then saw ARMEGEDON special effects - it is AWESOME! Catastrophe Canyon was over with way to quickly! Didn't have the 'build up' of anticipation but otherwise very much like the Florida version. Biggest criticism here is of the traffic flow/pattern (or lack of). Really needs some definition of some sort.
Dinner was at the California Grill. Defintely 5 star dining and service - would recommend to ANYONE!!!!
Re CC Lounge. It seemed more like a restaurant/lounge complete with servers. They have a full bar menu (charge for) available as well as the food items. It is also a great place to watch the fireworks and very few people there. Wishes had so many gorgeous images imposed on the castle! We don't see anything like that in Florida.
Be glad to answer any questions for anyone. Yes, I hope to see it again. It was very worthwhile and very enjoyable. Super convenient to get around and a whole bunch of plusses. The park itself just 'feels' solid and good, and the castle is beautiful beyond belief. If I lived nearby, I would definitely be an Annual Pass person!
