Just back...Superheroes, Ghostbusters, Buckets of Rain, Wow

[disneyfanforever]

We just returned this weekend from a wonderful vacation which included 2 days at Universal/ IOA. I can't thank you guys enough for answering my question about superheroes and I have learned so much by just lurking on this board and reading what you guys have said.

Our day at IOA was last Tuesday which started out in a downpour. Lots and lots of rain. The upside being that there were hardly any lines at all. Spiderman was a walk on and what a great ride. Then our lucky moment came. We went into this amphitheater where they were calling people in due to rain. My family which consisted of me, DH, DS (6), DS (2), my mom, my dad and my sister went in and were pleased to see Popeye, Olive, Woody Woodpecker and Betty Boop. There was hardly anyone else in there with us. Then the big moment came. Spiderman walked out. My boys were thrilled. We pretty much had Spiderman as much as we wanted. It was great and then got even better. A little while later, Wolverine, Storm, Captain America and Rogue came out. Wow. My boys were so excited. It definitely was a thrill for my kids.
The rain lightened up some and we had fun in Seussland meeting the Cat in the Hat and the Grinch. My Dh, myself, my sister and my dad rode Dueling Dragons. Oh my, that ride left me dizzy. What a rush though. Even with the rain, we had one of the best times we have ever had.

The next day we went to Universal. We did Men in Black and then me, my parents and my sister rode Back to the Future while my DH watched the kids. I do have a comment on this one. That ride is too jerky. I think my lost a few brain cells being jerked all around on that one. The preshow about safety is hilarous though. We then let my DS 6 ride Woody's Nuthouse coaster with my DH. He thought it was great. Then a big moment for my DS(2) happened. He met his idols Scooby and Shaggy. It was great. We also met Jimmy Neutron, Crash Bandicoot, Shrek and more. It was a blast. The lines were definitely long. We never did get to go on Shrek but we did get to watch the Ghostbusters show. Now I understand what all the talk is about. That show was hilarious. We laughed until we almost cried. My mom even had to see it twice. Definitely some cute boys up there.

Well, thanks for listening to our adventures. I can't wait to go back.

 

[damo]

Glad you had fun. I have to agree about Back to the Future. It sure does knock your head around!

 

[Flyfly_Eclipse]

Originally posted by disneyfanforever
We never did get to go on Shrek but we did get to watch the Ghostbusters show. Now I understand what all the talk is about. That show was hilarious. We laughed until we almost cried. My mom even had to see it twice. Definitely some cute boys up there.

**does a Happy Dance**

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Glad you all enjoyed the show!!

 

[wendypooh]

Sounds like you had a great time!!!! Thanks for sharing !

 

[Prince Eric1]

You know, as much as it seems like a downer, some of the best days we have ever had in parks started with rain. If there is rain in the forecast or the thunder rolls in, people leave and don't come back. We stick it out and when it breaks get all the rides to ourselves. Gotta love that!

 

[SpideyHulk24]

Great report! Glad you had all those characters to yourselves.

 

[bratray]

boy, your kids must have been in heaven having the characters practically to themselves!

i'm keeping my fingers crossed that DS5 will get to meet shaggy and scooby- they're his idols <lol>

lisa

 

[kgilchri]

I thought BTTF seemed a bit more rough than usual. I knew it jerked you around, but it seemed to be A LOT more than usual this time around.

 

[disneyfanforever]

Thanks guys for reading my trip report. We had such a good time. I wish I could go back tomorrow. There is nothing like seeing your kids hug and interact with the characters.

 

[gbluvr2886]

Enjoyed the Ghostbusters show I went last Monday and the weather was really crappy (off and on light rain), but the park was not that crowded. I love the rainy days!!!! **As long as it rains IN BETWEEN GB shows **

Glad you had a good time and I agree with you about BTTF. Way too rough!!!!

 

[Flyfly_Eclipse]

LOL yep!!! Are you talking about the Monday we hung out Keriann? Oh wait...yeah, because there was some rain that day. Last GB Show was rained out. For the sake of literally 2 or 3 minutes before the show!! Ahhhh!!! LOL Oh well, got to talk to GIR2, whom I hadn't seen in a while.

Oh yeah, welcome to da club, disneyfanforever!

 

[Selina]

That is so nice to read! We love all the Xmen and Marvel SuperHeros in our house - I just wish there was a Gambit and Nightcrawler.....ohhhhh...can you imagine it!

 

[disneyfanforever]

Thanks again for reading my report guys.

Selina, the XMen and other Marvel characters are definitely big in my house full of boys. If I had to pick, I was hoping for a nice looking Cyclops in a tight outfit.

Thanks for the welcome flyfly. I definitely love the Ghostbusters now but I am not sure which one I love the most. The each did something special for me in their own way. Do I even have to pick?

 

[the Dark Marauder]

Originally posted by bratray
i'm keeping my fingers crossed that DS5 will get to meet shaggy and scooby- they're his idols <lol>

lisa

Just look for the Mystery machine.

Or, you can watch the Star Toons show. It's a very simple show where some of the star toons do a dance number or two, pause for pictures/autographs, then repeat. Scooby & Shaggy are in the show.

 

[Flyfly_Eclipse]

Originally posted by disneyfanforever

Thanks for the welcome flyfly. I definitely love the Ghostbusters now but I am not sure which one I love the most. The each did something special for me in their own way. Do I even have to pick?

My aunt and I live by a little slogan, "Why not both?" So in this case, "Why not love them all?" LOL

 

[Gillian]

Thanks for the report! I'm just starting to research all of this.

DH & his brother will love all the superheroes! DS (3) might be slightly interested.