Last Trip? It was until we met Food & Wine -- Recap 2/12

[jedijill]

I love OkW too! Olivia's is always a favorite. You can't go wrong with a Turtle Krawl. Good for you for only sticking to one...I'm not sure I could have! Mark's dessert looks amazing!

Boo for leaving your TIW card...Holy MK crowds, Batman!

Jill in CO

 

[DisneyKid4Life]

I have never been to OKL. I guess I really haven't been to all that many resorts if I think about it. But I do try to visit a few each trip (September notwithstanding).

Mmmm thank drink does look good.

Oh my yes, I have experienced "Last Call for boarding" way too many times. This is why I end up walking so darn much.

I really like the ferry. It was only recently that I really used it a lot (mostly due to the monorail being down). But it is such a lovely way to get to Magic Kingdom. I love the way it just slowly makes its way and the Kingdom just gets closer and closer. Pretty spectacular really.

I love getting to see the parks I wasn't at, lol. I avoided MK this night because I figured it would be crowded, at least to start. Here's hoping the crowds thin out.

 

[IheartDDuck]

Olivia's is definitely a hidden gem. We've enjoyed it every time we've eaten there. I need to make more of an effort.

I remember seeing that dessert on Facebook and basically drooling all over my phone.

We definitely enjoy taking the ferryboat. If I see it's over there, I will definitely go on it. While I do love the monorail, the openness of the ferry is just the best.

 

[PhoenixStrength]

I really need to eat (and drink!) at Olivia's some trip soon. Won't be this upcoming trip, but maybe the next. It definitely looks quite delicious!

Great pictures from the ferry boat! And I'm with you, I love the Halloween decorations

 

[that's nice]

So after the rain spoiled our pool plans and resting in the room and just watching the animals, etc., it was time to get ready to start our drive to our ADR.

Hi Mark!

Of course, the first thing I ordered was

I know I've asked in the past but what is in that. I could just look it up but what's the fun in that?

I was too full for dessert (plus I knew I'd be wanting popcorn later), but Mark went and ordered the Banana Bread Pudding Sundae served warm with Bananas Foster toppinig and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream:

That looks sooooo good. Now i'm hungry. Thanks.

I got a phone call while we were waiting that I forgot my TIW card at Olivia's. This is the first time I have ever done this. I explained we were boarding a boat for MK and they said I could pick it up the next morning and they'd keep it at the desk for me. Trust me, I did not make that mistake again.

That was very nice of them to call you instead of you finding out when you tried to use it the next time.

We disembarked and were through Bag Check very quickly. I do love all the Halloween decorations at the MK

I do too.... kinda wish we did MNSSHP but glad we didn't because of... well, you know what.

I figured I owed you for not listening for so long.

Yes you did... Wish I could go there tomorrow for breakfast.

 

[vettegirl]

I know from previous TR that you love Olivias. It's on my bucket list! If only I could part with my favs The new DVC at the Poly just makes me sad, why do they need to do this to already great resort! I would think the views would be diminished because of the bungalows. Love the MK pics, the decor is so cute for Halloween. However the Halloween decor at DL blows the MK out the water!! You really need to go during Halloween time there it is off the charts amazing

 

[ValarDisneyus]

Ohhh all of the pictures are LOVELY. Olivia's looks like a lovely fit for me, but only me. I'm not sure my husband (he's a steak/burgers/fries man) and Squeaks (mac n cheese or nuggets and fries) will be as excited. The ferry! It wasn't on my bucket list before, but it sure is now! It looks beautiful! And the Magic Kingdom looks BEAUTIFUL.

Thank you so much for sharing these. It's like a hug for my brain to read.

Editing to add: I love the picture of you and Mark, also! You look like your hair is doing wonderful, too! Seriously, if you have more hair luck like that in more of your trip photos, I'm going to submit your name to the Pantene Pro-V commercial people.

 

[Wood Nymph]

Your dinner looks very good. We are leaving for WDW tomorrow and plan on having breakfast at Olivia's on Thursday. It will be our first time over at OKW and I'm looking forward to both the restaurant and seeing what the resort looks like. By the way, what was that drink that you had with dinner?

Your view of the Poly construction from the ferry makes it look very major! That resort is really torn up.

We have always liked riding the ferry to MK. Originally we would ride it if the monorail lines looked long, but eventually we rode it just because we loved the views from the boat. We like to stay at the WL and one of the best things about staying there are the boats. There is the boat to MK and a second boat route between the WL, Contemporary and Fort Wilderness. We love the boats.

 

[MissMaryQC]

That sandwich from Olivia's looks really good, as does that bananas fosters! Yum! I've ne'er ventured into Olivia's gotta put that on the WDW to do list. The shots from the ferry are great. I love the ferry. Sure it's a touch slower than the monorail, but it's so lovely to be on the water, watching the castle come into view. Mark's shirt is too cute! My mama loves grumpy shirts; we get her one every time any of us visits the World. I'm excited for you MK evening, looks like it might be a busy one.

 

[JulieODC]

YUM! Looks like a delicious meal....I would probably have been happy with that drink and the dessert!!

Love the fall/Halloween decorations at MK - so cute!

 

[Chicago Mo]

These are GREAT PICTURES!!! Look at that sky! No dark clouds!!!

Is Mark doing a one man wave?

WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

YUMMMMMMM Olivia's looks delish! As always..

Really hope the crowds DO thin out! Wow! My guess is Dumbo-Popcorn then the Mine train.


Oh you posted the poly again.

 

[oopsiDAISY]

I love the Fall decorations at MK! WE were hoping to see a few at DTD when we were there a couple weeks ago, but saw none. I was surprised...I REALLY wanted to get a family picture in front of the big pumpkin Mickey head like we did in Oct. 2013. Disappointed.

Hmmmm~ are they changing the look of the outside of Poly too? Because the DVC photo you have does not seem to match the Poly. It is dark browns, and that was yellow. Intersted to see how it all comes together.

 

[PrncessA]

This is the 3rd trip report that I have read within the last week that sang the praises of Olivia's!(Not counting your last one ) We have to make it over there at some point!

What a relaxing way to start the day!

As much as we love taking my kids to Disney World, Erik and I can't wait for a solo trip during Food and Wine at some point!

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

We walked into the Poly, got depressed with no welcoming fountains...just walls.

That's got to be finishing soon, right?

The first thing we ordered was coffee. Anyone who has followed me over the years knows that I must have my coffee in the morning.

Kona Pressed Pot Coffee...it can't be beat (not even by Starbucks, Andy)

Mmmm...so good. Starbucks shouldn't even be in the same sentence.

I usually order an omelet here, but I really had a taste for french toast. And Kona has the BEST bacon anywhere in Disney. It's not that junk they have at buffets, etc.

Breakfast looks fantastic. I love Kona Cafe.

Mark got to work

As always, he did a great job.

MY bathtub

I think the Lion King tiles are one of the coolest design details in all of WDW.

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

We were having dinner here:

Every time you post a meal from Olivia's, it renews my desire to try it out. Looks yummy!

And the Barbecued Pulled Pork Sandwich with chips (I'd had it in June and loved it and was wanting to have it again and it did not disappoint)

Can't go wrong with BBQ.

 

[LoJoDisney]

YUM! Olivia's looks wonderful! What kind of drink is that? I will add Olivia's to my "ADR WANT" list that I keep in my phone

YAY for being at the Magic Kingdom! Loved the pictures on the boat!

 

[natebenma]

That is about the cutest selfie ever!

Wow, dinner at Olivia's looked amazing!!!

Someday I hope to see the Magic Kingdom with the Fall decorations. Food & Wine and MNSSHP are definitely on my bucket list.

First attraction, huh?

Our is usually Pirates when we arrive at MK in the afternoon or evening. I'll go with that.

 

[schmass]

That is so awesome about the parkhoppers! What nice friends you have!!

Olivia's looks great - I will have to keep it in mind for a future trip!

Love the picture of you and Mark!

 

[MaryAz]

I keep looking for a like button. Great updates. I miss AKL. Olivia's is a yummy place to eat!! You guys are sure taking some cute pics!!

 

[pas130]

5 pages behind, Kathy I am so sorry I am so happy for you that your friends gifted their prize...true Disney Magic . Also glad the kids were home this weekend I LOVE the Poly pics (especially the kissing pic ) that breakfast looks YUMMY!!!! Maddie is enamored with Stitch so O'Hana breakfast will be in our future...and Crystal Palace...and Chef Mickey or Tusker House...she is like her Mom and can't make up her mind

Turtle Crawl...banana bread pudding from Olivia's droooooollllllll