Kidani Village trip 8/31-9/5

Harlemgirl720

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Got here safe and sound Sunday afternoon on 8/31. First let me say. Why do you have to be put on a plane with persons who don't believe in Deodorant? Whew:scared1:

I was in Room 7810 on the 4th floor. I got the room I wanted somewhat. Instead of the room next door to the one I stayed in in May, I am actually one floor lower next to that room.

The room is beautiful. Dedicated. 2 br. SV. Plenty of space. The kids have taken a swim in the bathtub already.

We hit Boma first thing. Food was delish as always. ZEBRA DOME SHOT!

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Everyone loved the Zebra domes.

We went to Hollywood Studios and rode Tower of Terror and Rocking Roller Coaster and ended the night with FANTASMIC.

On Monday 8/30 we had breakfast at 1900 Park Fare. It was nice. Was kinda bummed though. The Mad Hatter we had was very meek.:eek: I like the loud and rowdy one.
But here's a pic.

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We went to MK. Rode most of the rides. Fantasyland looks like a construction zone. They are doing their best to keep it looking decent but trying to go on Winnie the Pooh with it all boarded up was a turnoff for me. As long as the kids had a great time. It was ok with me. We left before the parade.

They were tired and I went out for a drink or two at Victoria Falls in AKL. I could have gone to the one at Kidani but I like the one at AKL.

They only have 4 items at the bar to eat.

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Tuesday 8/31 we did Epcot. We did Test Track 3 times. Son did Mission Space ALONE!

We ate at the Food Court in The Land, where the grandson went missing for a few minutes. It had dawned on me and Mom that he did the same thing last year and we found him in the same spot.

We had reservations at Hollywood and Vine in Hollywood studios but we want to stay in Epcot. I called Disney Dining and was able to get Nine Dragons in China. I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised. The food was really good.

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I had some sort of drink that reminded me of Long Island Ice Tea. I had to chug that down and then had a mango margarita.

Wednesday 9/1--
Hey all. We went to AK today. Had breakfast at Tusker House. Food was great as usual.

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oooh ooh.....bar menu near Tusker House.

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Did EE 2 times. It had been inoperable for an hour. :scared1:

The family loved Dinosaur. Especially Mom. Thought it would have scared my Grandson but he liked it.

Once we finished AK we went to Rainforest Cafe.

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The food was so good. Once we got back to the hotel, we went to the pool for a while. My grandson and son went on the slide a few times. I went down once. It was fun. And those margaritas didn't hurt either.

Thursday Sept 2

Today was kind of a lazy day. We didn't get out until noonish. We decided to go to Downtown Disney. We ate at T-Rex. The food was delish.

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We did a lot of shopping again. So much in fact that when I picked up purchases in the morning, I had a sack. Felt like Santa. Still was waiting for other purchases to come to the hotel.

I went to visit my guide at BLT and bought 100 pts there. Gave us fastpasses :thumbsup2

We went to Chef Mickeys and met up with the Fab Five.

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After dinner, Mom went back to the room and we finished the evening at MK. Saw Electric Light Parade and Wishes. It was wonderful. Came back to the room and put the kids to bed. Sis, GF and I went to SANAA Bar and had a few drinks. Not as large as Victoria Falls but it was nice. Took our drinks outside by the firepit. Nice end to the evening.

The Zebras were running wild during the night. Chasing the Giraffes from their spot. I wonder if it was Mardi the trouble making Zebra? Will inquire.
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Great report !!! Love the pics.

Congrats on your 100 point add on at BLT !!!
 
Friday Sept 3---We went to Mara for a early lunch. Missed breakfast again. After Mara we went to Hollywood Studios where Mom and grandson got on TOT for the first time. It was priceless. Mom also got on RRC. She liked it. But she said she bumped her head too many times.

We ate at Boma again. Gotta love it and put the kiddies to bed. Sister, GF and I went to Epcot since it was open until midnight. We had plenty of Grand Marnier Orange Slushies. We did some shopping again and went in for the night.

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Saturday Sept 4----Our last full day.
We went to Crystal Palace for breakfast. Pooh and the gang.

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It was so hot out there, we left around 2pm and had to return for the wishes dessert party at 9pm.

We did our packing and finished doing more laundry and I took the boys to Community Hall to play some games. We went to Mara for dinner and then back to MK for Dessert.

We had a good spot for viewing and arrived just in time to see the Electric Light Parade again.

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A perfect end to the evening.

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Yesterday morning we got up and had to run down to the gift shop to purchase 2 carryon bags for souvenigners. It was comical at the check in because my bag was 8lbs over and I had to move some stuff. Where? don't know how we did it but we did and its a good thing my sister had the space bags to flatten some things out.

We checked the bags and went to Epcot for a final run at Test Track and Soaring. Good thing we had those DVC fastpasses. I had one left for three rides and gave it to a family of 3 to ride Test Track. Left Epcot at 230pm back to Kidani at 315pm. Got our bags. Bus came at 330 and back to the airport for our 620 flight back to Newark. Arrived at 830 and home by 1030. should have gotten home by 930 but an accident on the NJ turnpike by the GW Bridge.

We had a wonderful time and will be going next year around xmas. Doing 3 nights at BLT from Dec 26 to Dec 29 and then doing the Dream Cruise for New Years. Son will be turning 12 on New years day 2012.
 

OK, the look on your little one's face, as you are about to eat the Zebra Dome!
PRICELESS!!! :goodvibes
 
Love the pictures! It makes me want my, now, 90-day wait to hurry up!

Thanks for taking the time to post the pics!
 
Thanks for sharing - I love the pictures - esp Boma! :love: When we go in April that will be our first meal as well. I am running to get there as fast as I can from Kidani :)

Speaking of Kidani, how did you like it? We will be staying there for the first time in a few months. Thanks!
 
Thanks for sharing - I love the pictures - esp Boma! :love: When we go in April that will be our first meal as well. I am running to get there as fast as I can from Kidani :)

Speaking of Kidani, how did you like it? We will be staying there for the first time in a few months. Thanks!

Kidani is wonderful. Not as large as Jambo House but I love the intimacy of it. You still need to go over to Jambo though. They have more things to purchase at their gift shop.:lmao:
 
Looks like you all had a super fun family trip! You guys definitely shopped 'til you dropped. LOL at the 8 pounds over and the space bags. We are always over and wind up having to shift things around. Our family are Boma lovers also. The picture of that little one as you eat the zebra dome may be one of the cutest pics I've ever seen!:wizard:
 
Wow, what a great family trip, wonderful photos and those two boys are just too cute.
Thanks, for the TR!
 
nice report! glad you loved it! we just got back from kidani as well - and except for the loooong walk to my room (7775, 2nd fl) - we were very pleased with everything.
 
nice report! glad you loved it! we just got back from kidani as well - and except for the loooong walk to my room (7775, 2nd fl) - we were very pleased with everything.

I was so glad they accepted my request to be close to the lobby. Didn't care what floor.
 
Thanks for sharing - really cute pics, of course I especially love the ones at Crystal Palace!!
The description of the Dawa Colada at Animal Kingdom sounds tasty - may have to add that to the list of all of the drinks I want to try!
 
Thanks for sharing your trip with us! Looks like you all had a great time - really packed a lot into your trip!
I love how you just casually mention that you stopped by to see your guide to pick up 100 points like it was another souvenir :lmao: Best souvenir ever!
 
Thanks for sharing your trip with us! Looks like you all had a great time - really packed a lot into your trip!
I love how you just casually mention that you stopped by to see your guide to pick up 100 points like it was another souvenir :lmao: Best souvenir ever!

That was the best souveigner ever. :lmao: Looking forward to booking for xmas next year.
 















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