LIVE REPORT! Ultra-exclusive ABD (Adventures by Davey) trip (Update! 8/22 post #77)

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Big news! New, ultra-exclusive ABD itinerary – just announced!

I'm extremely lucky that with the title of Senior Correspondent for the DIS Unplugged comes certain benefits. This is one of them. Recently, Corey and Pete mentioned a new ABD itinerary and asked if I was willing to test it out. I jumped at the chance. They asked me not to mention the trip until now because there was concern those DISers that booked the ABD California Backstage Magic Trips this year might be a little disappointed they didn’t have the option to choose this new option. However, because all those trips have finally departed, I’m free to announce this double, super-secret ABD family vacation.

Yes, I’m talking about the much rumored, highly anticipated “Adventures by Davey” Backstage Family Squabble Vacation to California.

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OK, OK… Yes, I could have gone on the DIS Unplugged ABD California Backstage Magic trip that started on July 31. However, once *NikkiBell* signed up, I was worried about just how “exclusive” a group this really was. ;) I mean, come on, have you seen the pictures posted on Facebook of the ABD DISers primping in the bathroom? Now tell me you’re not thinking of Snooki from Jersey Shore? Come on, I know I wasn't the only one…

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No, I needed something much more exclusive, and then it hit me! An Adventure by Davey would only include my family. Yes, why listen to squabbling kids from other families, when I have my own squabbling kids who have perfected it to a high art.

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The Adventures by Davey trip includes all airport transfers – we will see how many family members with luggage fit into my sister-in-law’s Prius in order to avoid the exorbitant rental car rates at LAX. Heck, if we all don’t fit, the kids can wait with their luggage. We’ll be back to pick them up… eventually. We have to fly out of LAX, so we can always retrieve them when we depart – it’s only 2 weeks.

The Adventures by Davey trip also includes deluxe accommodations – children receive their own cozy spot on the floor in the “Cool Aunt’s” LA apartment, while my wife and I share the bridal suite futon. Now don’t get me wrong, we won’t be staying in the hip LA flat the entire 2 weeks. Our Adventures by Davey itinerary includes an excursion to San Diego where we will pamper ourselves in style sleeping in a tent amongst wild animals. [You think I’m kidding? Just wait.]

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Another advantage of the Adventures by Davey trip is the exclusive ABD Guide who escorts you every step of the way. The Adventures by Davey Guide is named “Dad”, and is a renowned expert on everything. See, I get intimidated by actual experts – so if I’m the only “expert” around, no one can correct me when I’m wrong. I’m free to pepper my family with all sorts of inane facts and miscellaneous details.

When in Disneyland at the Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, I can say… “Girls, do you see that large walk-in freezer back there? That’s where Walt Disney’s frozen head is stored.”

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Or when at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, when we see the cheetahs I’ll point out “did you know cheetahs can reach speeds up to 80 mph? They can’t go faster than 80 mph though because they will disappear and go back in time.”

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Yes, those are just a few of the many benefits to the Adventures by Davey Backstage Squabble trip.

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If you’d like, you can follow along and I’ll be posting updates along the way. The adventure departs on Tuesday, August 9 for Los Angeles, and we take in the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, SeaWorld San Diego, and Universal Hollywood before heading to Disneyland for the D23 Expo. We return with or without all family members (it’s up to them) on Tuesday, August 23.
 

Can't wait to hear all about this ABD adventure. But I do want honest opinions, so the two beautiful girls will need to post in their opinions from time to time about this adventure. Since you are the guide how can we trust your true and honest opinions. :confused3

Sounds like an awesome trip. Have a lot of fun. :cool1: :cool1:
 
When in Disneyland at the Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, I can say… “Girls, do you see that large walk-in freezer back there? That’s where Walt Disney’s frozen head is stored.”

:lmao:

Can't wait to hear more!
 
Hi Dave~
Count me in on this trip- Your ABD sounds so exclusive that I wouldn't want to miss it!


Julie
(the one who works for the VT Genetics Network :))
 
Oh, I am so in! Maybe if it's successful we'll see more dates added in the future!
 
FUN!!! :cool1:

Have a blast Davey- we'll be here waiting for updates & reviews. :surfweb:

I am seriously jealous that this ABD trip includes the D23 Expo!!
 
If I come, can I squabble with your family, or do I have to bring my own family members to squabble with? :lmao:
 
So disappointed that I signed up for this trip instead of your one!

However if you have as much fun on your trip as we had in the bathroom of Steakhouse 55, then you are going to have a good time :lmao:
 
Have a great trip Dave. Looking forward to living your adventures vicariously :goodvibes
 
Are you giving all participants daily custom pins?

Looking forward to the report! :surfweb:

Sayhello
 
I just discovered this thread and cannot wait to see the next update!:surfweb:
 
:lmao:

Looking forward to a full report Dave!
 
Have a great trip Dave! The Mexican food is outrageously good in San Diego. I have a flair for the obvious :upsidedow
 
I see a great marketing oportunity to Market these and raise some money for GKTW!!
 












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