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[khertz]

AK seems like the place to be on NYE! The boys look like they were definitely having a great time together all morning, and y'all seemed to have full run of the place! I guess that's what happens when you're in the only park that doesn't have NYE fireworks. That's some smart trip planning!

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

"We close at 11 but if you are quiet, you can stay till 11:30 and I won’t tell anyone"

DEAL!

One odd note, I did realize after getting back up to the room and changing for bed, that my legs were BRIGHT red. It went away and didn't itch or anything but wow, really does make you wonder what chemicals they are using in those tubs!

Oh, that's just radiation poisoning. Nothing to worry about.

Where to first?

Well now THAT’s a silly question! We had 4 teenage boys!

There's only one choice in AK!

With a short wait time, Kerri encouraged Eric to go on his first Disney ride. Now, I don’t know if it’s his first Disney ride EVER but it was his first Disney WORLD ride ever.

I'm not sure it's what I would have chosen but that’s how the chips fell.

You could do worse. Much, much worse.

Camera shy they are

Wonder why it wasn't on my list?

On Dec. 31st? Can't imagine why.

It was a super fun, yet super relaxed morning. We knew we'd have several more options to come back to AK if we wanted and as a result no one felt pressured at that moment to really try hard to hit as much as possible. Despite the fact that it was New Years Eve, we sure didn't feel the crowds at AK, and I am fairly sure MK had already hit at least the first level of closure, possibly Epcot as well, it was the absolute perfect choice for our day.

Looks like you chose...wisely.

 

[eandesmom]

A couple of exciting updates to my upcoming trips

DL Band Trip.

I purchased Eric's park ticket yesterday. Seems like a silly thing and one I could do there. However I'd been hoping to buy it at my local grocery store (Safeway) as gift card purchases are 4x the gas points. They've only been socking the kids tickets but yesterday I happened to see the adult 3 day hopper. Score! Between the Disney Visa rewards points, and the gas savings, it's about 5% off of the ticket price. 5% is 5%! Or 2 drinks at Trader Sams, or 4 Mickey Bars depending on how you look at it.

Girls Flower and Garden Trip.

Yesterday there was a big announcement of 2 new character meals that were to be offered during Star Wars weekends, actually starting on the 4th which is before the official weekends start (but implies that "may the 4th be with you" will have an event. I showed my inner geek by booking a breakfast. Mary Ellen had the brilliant idea to turn it into a DISmeet! Check it out.

Star Wars Galactic Dine-In Breakfast

Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater really embraces its theming to showcase a galaxy far, far away for this character dining experience, transforming itself into the Star War Dine-in Theater. Characters who will appear include Stormtroopers, Jawa, Greedo, and Boba Fett. A highlight of the breakfast will be a Darth Vader Meet & Greet after check-in. In keeping with the theming, Sci-Fi Dine-In’s classic B-movie clips will be replaced with “Star Wars” clips, trailers and music.

Dates: May 4 - June 15, 2014
Times: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Prices: Adult - $47.99; Child - $29.99

Star Wars Dine-In Galactic Breakfast also includes a digital photo of the party on a commemorative PhotoPass card.

There is also a dinner option for those interested

The Jedi Mickey’s Star Wars Dine

Hollywood & Vine takes on a “Star Wars” theme. Favorite Disney characters Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and Chip & Dale dress up as their favorite Star Wars alter egos: Jedi Mickey, Princess Leia Minnie, Darth Goofy, Stormtrooper Donald, and Ewok Chip & Dale. A Fantasmic! dinner package option may be added.

Dates: May 4 - June 15, 2014
Times: 4:15 p.m. until park close (between 8 – 9:30 p.m., depending on park hours)
Prices: Adult – $55.99 or $59.99 with Fantasmic! dinner package; Child (ages 3 – 9) – $32.99 or $36.99 with Fantasmic! dinner package

Jedi Mickey’s Star Wars Dine includes a digital photo of the party with the Ewok Chip & Dale on a commemorative PhotoPass card.

I just couldn't get excited about eating at Hollywood and Vine for that price and the dining experience with the movies playing at Sci Fi...well, I couldn't resist! Much as I love the characters in their Star Wars outfits....I am more interested in actual Storm Troopers and the Darth himself. And breakfast. I do love breakfast! No actual menu yet but it sounds like it will be a pre-fixe, non buffet so it will be interesting to see how it plays out.

Both are 2 credits on the dining plan in case anyone is wondering.

I also got...MICKEY MAIL yesterday!







It comes with the little yellow card that indicates what kind of pass you have so you need that for parking, and allegedly the discounts as well. Seems like the actual AP would work too.

Of course this means that I will have 3 bands for this trip. AP, and then 2 since it's a split stay reservation at the same resort. And....once I upgrade my AP in Cali to the Premium, who knows what will work.

Who am I kidding...I just wanted that little blue AP slider!

 

[Chilly]

They sound great fun, my DH would love them, the only time he wanted to queue up for a photo was for stormtroopers and darth so he'd want that option where as I'd want Mickey and co.

 

[addictedtothemouse]

Well, sounds like all girls, and all family, yes? So perhaps less of an issue to share (or more depending on the females I guess . It is sort of a split bath but kind of a funky layout. The vanity is HUGE, lots of mirror space. Toilet is separate. Only real issue is that to get to the toilet you have to go through the rest of the bath...which is where the shower and tub are. And of course in the master there is a nice mirror as well.

Nope cousin is a boy and we are pretty low maintenance girls so we theoretically could get by with one bathroom but if DGD is in the process or newly potty trained I think a second bathroom will be a necessity! Sounds like Kidani is my #1 choice.
This is a combination graduation/anniversary of the end of chemo trip.

 

[teekathepony]

Cool about the tickets, and I'm certainly not one to stick my nose up at 5%!
Omg those two Star Wars dining events look so awesome, I want to do them! And turning it into a DISmeet? Even awesomer.
Mickey mail!

 

[KatMark]

for Mickey mail. I do love those little blue sliders!

I saw they were offering that breakfast. I wondered if I should book it for Mary and the girls and me (Mary is on a cruise with her family and friends for Avery's birthday so I know she won't see it). I just can't see spending that price those since Avery and I are the only ones who eat a big breakfast.

I think you and MEK will have a blast.

 

[rentayenta]

Love the SWW meal idea! Gosh it's going to be a blast! Awesome you booked one and I can't wait to read about it.

Glad DL band planning is going smoothly too.

Are you planning on booking a cruise, new itineraries are out.

 

[jedijill]

I always knew you were on the Dark Side!!!! Those character meals are awesome and I wonder if they are a precursor for things to come...I can see a Star Wars meal being VERY popular.

Good for scoring the 4x fuel points with the ticket. My local King Soopers (Kroger) just sent me an ad and I saw the 4x offer...I may run over and put some cash on gift cards for spending money for my trip.

Jill in CO

 

[afwdwfan]

5% is 5%! Or 2 drinks at Trader Sams, or 4 Mickey Bars depending on how you look at it.

Or 1 drink at Trader Sams and 2 Mickey Bars. But who's counting?

I'm glad that you were finally able to find the ticket and get your discounts.

Yesterday there was a big announcement of 2 new character meals that were to be offered during Star Wars weekends, actually starting on the 4th which is before the official weekends start (but implies that "may the 4th be with you" will have an event. I showed my inner geek by booking a breakfast. Mary Ellen had the brilliant idea to turn it into a DISmeet! Check it out.

I saw the rumors about this. It looks like a lot of fun! I wish I could be there to see it!

Of course this means that I will have 3 bands for this trip. AP, and then 2 since it's a split stay reservation at the same resort. And....once I upgrade my AP in Cali to the Premium, who knows what will work.

Um... good luck.

 

[eandesmom]

AK seems like the place to be on NYE! The boys look like they were definitely having a great time together all morning, and y'all seemed to have full run of the place! I guess that's what happens when you're in the only park that doesn't have NYE fireworks. That's some smart trip planning!

Thank goodness for the DIS, not sure we'd have thought to go to AK. We might have but you never know! It was a very fun morning. Those boys always have fun together it's a pretty cool thing.

Oh, that's just radiation poisoning. Nothing to worry about.

Until my skin starts falling off

There's only one choice in AK!

I agree but some might go for the safari first.

You could do worse. Much, much worse.

True. We could have taken him out to Rafiki's planet watch and then have the train break down or be stopped for a medical emergency.

I actually love the ride, in large part because it's Kendall's favorite. It cracks me up!

On Dec. 31st? Can't imagine why.

Looks like you chose...wisely.

Thank goodness!

They sound great fun, my DH would love them, the only time he wanted to queue up for a photo was for stormtroopers and darth so he'd want that option where as I'd want Mickey and co.

CUTE! From a character standpoint it's a tough call but meal, venue and overall ambiance it was a no brainer for me. I am really looking forward to it!

Nope cousin is a boy and we are pretty low maintenance girls so we theoretically could get by with one bathroom but if DGD is in the process or newly potty trained I think a second bathroom will be a necessity! Sounds like Kidani is my #1 choice.
This is a combination graduation/anniversary of the end of chemo trip.

Very good reasons to celebrate! With that mix...the 2nd bathroom would be very handy for sure.

Cool about the tickets, and I'm certainly not one to stick my nose up at 5%!
Omg those two Star Wars dining events look so awesome, I want to do them! And turning it into a DISmeet? Even awesomer.
Mickey mail!

Well it's not like Disney won't still get that 5% back but I'll fell like I got a little more for my money. Our tweaks to the May trip are getting me really excited!

 

[eandesmom]

for Mickey mail. I do love those little blue sliders!

The sliders are fun!

I saw they were offering that breakfast. I wondered if I should book it for Mary and the girls and me (Mary is on a cruise with her family and friends for Avery's birthday so I know she won't see it). I just can't see spending that price those since Avery and I are the only ones who eat a big breakfast.

I think you and MEK will have a blast.

Unless everyone really eats (and even then) it's hard to swallow that price. I'm excited for the overall experience so it seems worth it but I am definitely very curious what they will actually be serving. I hope it's good! Fun lace for a character meal though for sure.

Love the SWW meal idea! Gosh it's going to be a blast! Awesome you booked one and I can't wait to read about it.

I think it's going to be a blast too!

Glad DL band planning is going smoothly too.

Are you planning on booking a cruise, new itineraries are out.

No, most likely not. I suppose that could change on our September cruise but the reality is that with the new 18m rebooking window, it just doesn't' really work for us timing wise and I don't see 2015 as being a realistic option for a cruise. In fact I don't really see it until 2017 and then it may become a choice between WDW and a cruise...not a choice I want to make. But we will see.

I always knew you were on the Dark Side!!!! Those character meals are awesome and I wonder if they are a precursor for things to come...I can see a Star Wars meal being VERY popular.

I think it will be very popular as well! I am glad I got it booked today especially since it's at the very start of the weekends.

Good for scoring the 4x fuel points with the ticket. My local King Soopers (Kroger) just sent me an ad and I saw the 4x offer...I may run over and put some cash on gift cards for spending money for my trip.

Jill in CO

I always like getting gift cards for that reason, I just dislike having so many of them so wish they had a higher dollar amount!

Or 1 drink at Trader Sams and 2 Mickey Bars. But who's counting?

I like the way you think. Then those are ALL for me, screw the kids.

I'm glad that you were finally able to find the ticket and get your discounts.

Me too. It also eases the pain, paying for some things prior to getting there.

I saw the rumors about this. It looks like a lot of fun! I wish I could be there to see it!

I think it's going to be a blast!

 

[MEK]

I want that AP slider too but I think because my pass is expiring in June I won't get a band or slider. How sad.

 

[dizneeat]

Sorry I have been missing here for a while, Cynthia.

Things got a bit out of hand here, I did read along, but never got around to comment.

Sidenote - isn't it funny that I read about the Star Wars meals on your thread first, before I got around to read the food blog which mentioned it as well.

OMG - I just LOVE your AP magic band!!!!! VERY envious of your slider. I hope they will come up with something similar for 2015 when we will get another AP.

 

[PrincessInOz]

Awesome! I think I would be happy to have a character dining experience at Sci Fi as well with those characters. Not loving those prices, though. Looking forward to seeing the pix and to find out if you thought it was worth it.

Congrats on getting Eric's tix and for that wonderful looking slider for the APMB. All these new acronyms.

 

[elphie101]

You know, you really think Disney would have thought it through to NOT send people 3 or 4 Magic Bands in the bands' lifetime Guess they would rather do that then have people complaining that they lost theirs.

Yay for AP bands! We'll have to register our APs (even though we won't be using them till October) and get some for the shiny little badge.

I'm not as crazy about Star Wars as DF, but I would LOVE to have breakfast in Sci Fi! Hopefully they keep that up, it sounds really fun.

 

[eandesmom]

I want that AP slider too but I think because my pass is expiring in June I won't get a band or slider. How sad.

So it doesn't show as an option to customize in your MDE? You should double check, everyone is supposed to get them by the end of this month (or be able to order) so I don't see how a June exp date would disqualify you. I mean you could have multiple trips between now and then!

Sorry I have been missing here for a while, Cynthia.

Things got a bit out of hand here, I did read along, but never got around to comment.

Oh my goodness Karin, don't worry about it! You have been very busy and I am ALWAYS behind on your threads.

Sidenote - isn't it funny that I read about the Star Wars meals on your thread first, before I got around to read the food blog which mentioned it as well.

Too funny! I think I have to thank Brook who posted it on FB but I can't recall for sure if it was her or another but know it was a FB post and not the food blog. Think Chip and Co had the story live first for some reason.

OMG - I just LOVE your AP magic band!!!!! VERY envious of your slider. I hope they will come up with something similar for 2015 when we will get another AP.

I won't have an AP in 2015 so will have to enjoy this one while I can! I hope they do too although I hope they just send new slider instead of band after band after band!

Awesome! I think I would be happy to have a character dining experience at Sci Fi as well with those characters. Not loving those prices, though. Looking forward to seeing the pix and to find out if you thought it was worth it.

No, not loving the price either but we did just cancel one of our pricier meals so that helps and well, you are paying for the experience. I can only hope the food doesn't suck. LOL!

Congrats on getting Eric's tix and for that wonderful looking slider for the APMB. All these new acronyms.

APMB that is the first time I've seen it as an acronym! Technically mine is a PAPMB. I could NOT figure out what to name it as I kept running out of characters and I needed to be able to tell which on was the AP one.

You know, you really think Disney would have thought it through to NOT send people 3 or 4 Magic Bands in the bands' lifetime Guess they would rather do that then have people complaining that they lost theirs.

I guess. It is very wasteful though.

Yay for AP bands! We'll have to register our APs (even though we won't be using them till October) and get some for the shiny little badge.

Yes! Register them online now and then you'll also get your magazine and more emails too. LOL.

I'm not as crazy about Star Wars as DF, but I would LOVE to have breakfast in Sci Fi! Hopefully they keep that up, it sounds really fun.

I love the idea of all the movies, the characters, in the cars and breakfast. Fingers crossed that the food is at lease semi interesting!

 

[englishrose47]

Thanks Cynthia for the info on Sci Fi Character breakfast!!! I called Carol and left a message to see if she is interested !!That also explains why I got a personal phone call from ci Fi for our lunch ADR that was at 11a and they changed to 2p !!!

 

[eandesmom]

Thanks Cynthia for the info on Sci Fi Character breakfast!!! I called Carol and left a message to see if she is interested !!That also explains why I got a personal phone call from ci Fi for our lunch ADR that was at 11a and they changed to 2p !!!

Apparently that happened to a number of people! If you want to do it, I'd call quick as I think they are going to go fast. It's not online yet for booking (or wasn't yesterday).

 

[annmarieda]

DL Band Trip

We are under 30 days!!!!!!!!!!!!! And finally found out which day the band will be performing. They will be marching, somewhere, at sometime on

EASTER

Yep.

Sigh.

for under thirty days! I think performing on Easter kinda is both neat and...well, not so neat.

Sunday (Easter). Park Day. Check out of studio and into 1B. Breakfast either at Steakhouse 55 or Ralph Brennan’s. REALLY hoping for Ralph Brennan’s but it will depend on the performance time. Dinner most likely counter service in park but will wait to figure that out until we know performance time (supposed to know by 4/1). Original plan had been to have an Easter dinner in the villa, but now that it’s going to be a park day and given that we do want Easter breakfast somewhere because 1) it's Easter and 2) we will be without a full kitchen until that night we figure that we will not want to also take time during the day to go to the grocery store. I don'[t see church happening this day either which is a bit of a bummer but it is what it is. However there appears to be a fun Egg Hunt so we will look into that.

Easter day definitely looks like it will be a memorable one! An egg hunt? IN disney?

Monday. Given the performance schedule, Monday will probably not be a park day. At least it won't for my folks, they plan to visit with friends at least in the afternoon. Mom and I "may" look at a spa visit in the morning but nothing is booked yet. I am not sure what I want to do with my day. It will partially depend on where my folks are headed to meet their friends. Once they firm up their plans, I will firm up mine. Or let Eric plan the day

Spa time just you and your mom sounds nice.

Tuesday will be a park day, we will be getting Evan after lunch.

Wednesday will be a park day with a very special DISmeet after lunch! Lunch will be at the Blue Bayou.

for park days and dismeets!!!

Thursday will most likely be a park day as well as our flight doesn’t leave until 8. We do have breakfast booked at Storytellers.

I will be interested in how you like your breakfast there. I think that was one of the places I think sounded good for breakfast. (since they have a mimosa there, right? )

I did go ahead and order the photopass pre-buy. Yes, I am that crazy despite the drama from the NYE trip. DL is still on the “old” site and right now it’s just mom and I so should be pretty simple (HA!).

Despite multiple not so great pp/mm experiences, I tend to always go back to getting one too...

I've also done a little shopping. Sigh. BOTH boys have outgrown almost everything since Christmas.

Boys are so hard that that age... the GROW and GROW and GROW!

Girls Flower and Garden Trip

We have made a few changes here. First we found out that there will be special fireworks at DHS during Star Wars weekends. We moved our Cali Grill reservation so that we can be at DHS on the night they are offered during our trip.

How cool! I sometimes think that Fantasmic is just too much of a commitment and wish that there was a firework display at DHS.

We also booked a very special experience. DVC is pushing "membership magic". Which, I have to admit as time goes on, is getting some fun perks. This one was for spa bookings. DVC normally gets you a 15% discount. But on Tuesdays from 5-8 it can also get you

• A glass of wine
• A $25 service upgrade/enhancement
• A free product sample.

They had Mary Ellen and I at glass of wine! We changed our Beaches and Cream dinner, to a lunch and booked ourselves for some pampering!
Right now we have several DISmeets scheduled, firming up some of the details but it is going to be a very DIS filled trip I think!

That is so neat! I have not really paid attention to the membership magic stuff. I probably really should.

½ Marathon DL Trip

I had the chance to meet with Ann for coffee on Friday. It was a GORGEOUS (though a bit windy) day here and we were able to sit outside at Starbucks and enjoy the sun and just chat about the race, training, life, kids, upcoming trips, race costumes, all kinds of stuff! So much fun. The time just flew

No major changes here so far. We have decided on transportation (town car) and the general need for a few dining reservations (probably for dinner both Friday and Saturday and then a post race breakfast, the rest will be counter service). ADR's for Cali though won't be until the end of June. We do still need a flight there but have plenty of time and are watching fares.

I kinda feel like we don't really need to do a lot of planning. It is such a short trip... and we both seem to be pretty laid back. That being said... I dod still watch for that flight there. (kinda have to get there in order for the weekend to start. )

My training has been going relatively well though my various injuries have slowed it down just a little. I have been being much more aggressive with PT and massage and am definitely seeing improvement. Jeff and I did run 9.1 miles yesterday which, while closer to the 15K than I'd have liked, given that I took a full 6 days off from running before that, I think will be ok. I will only have a short run either tomorrow or weds before the actual race. It was SO gorgeous here, it was just incredible. It went really really well so I am pretty excited for Saturday which is definitely a training run for the ½. The week off and focus on rehab and strength made a pretty huge difference. Of course it's nice today and then the rain is supposed to hit and last through the weekend. Which is a CRAZY weekend on so many levels, the race being just one aspect of it. Boo for rain! Tempted to get a new jacket but I don't want to break it in at the race so will just pray it's dry and suck it up if it isn't. Other than that we are registered for a 12K in April and an 8K in May and I’ll just continue training. I did learn where my threshold was for replacing my shoes. Sadly it was earlier than I’d hoped and well, some of those injuries were definitely due to waiting too long to swap. Lesson learned!

I am super impressed with your training. I am fully prepared to be waving you on in August. Honestly, it will be nice to have someone waiting for me at the finish line.

Fall F&W and Southern Caribbean Cruise Trip

We hit our ADR day for the pre-cruise stay over the weekend. Right now I think this is what we are looking at. Basically it was anything Jeff wanted and requested, I really had no strong feelings about anything. LOL! His feelings were somewhat surprising and somewhat not.

Thursday arrival after red eye: Will just try to do a walk in for a breakfast, if not maybe head straight over to see if Kiosks have soft openings as rumored to be the case. Probably our dinner plan as well. Right now the Mediterranean Market at the Dolphin (or Swan, I forget which one) is my leading candidate for breakfast if we get there in time.

I am really trying to figure out a breakfast for after the ToT race. I would like it to be in the BW area... I had not even considered the Swan or Dolphin.

Friday. Most likely run and then hit the bakery, F&W kiosks for lunch and then Raglan Road for dinner (and avoid the local crush for F&W as the first official night). I booked the RR ADR…but via Open Table. This way, no CC hold and easier to cancel and not stress about changing my mind morning of and missing that 24 hour window. We may well decide to just eat at the kiosks all night.

I can see booking through open table being a much better idea. I am not totally against the CC hold...because I do think people were abusing the system. (booking multiple multiple ADRs for one time) However, sometimes you do need to cancel last minute....

Saturday after cruise. Right now planning on Sanaa for dinner (staying at AKV). Question is whether to make an ADR or not. While I think our chances of being able to walk in are decent, it is a Saturday night. It is also during food and wine though! Problem is, if we change our mind, as we will be on the cruise we won’t be able to easily cancel (or know if we will have internet connection…really don’t plan to pay for it although I guess you never know). Thoughts?

I think I probably would not make an ADR. Just in case...

Sunday after cruise. Raglan Road for brunch. We may be fooded out after the cruise but we loved it so much this past trip (spoiler!) that Jeff really wanted to go again. And to go for dinner too. Both of which were fine with me! I plan to book this on Open Table once it gets to 180 days. Dinner at F&W.

It has been so long since I have been to RR. So hard though to pick a great table service and do food and wine AND not get fooded out. Throw in that cruise too and I can see why you might have a hard time planning.

Monday after Cruise. Boma for Breakfast and F&W for late lunch before heading to the airport. Same question here...do we we really need an ADR?

Last fall, my ADR was lost and we still were able to get in no problem.

I've had 2 of our September flights drop a little in price so have a small credit at Jet Blue and Alaska respectively. I almost got another credit on the April trip but we have 5 tickets on that flight and only 3 were available at the lower price so it can’t be reduced unless it can match all 5. Oh well!

At least you got some small credit for the septmember flights!!

Up next, New Years Eve!!!!!!!!!! Let's get the party started.[/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT]

So we went!

To the hot tub!

And spent a lovely 30 minutes soaking and chatting with a super nice couple that were also owners. A perfect end to a perfect day and we slept like rocks afterwards. One odd note, I did realize after getting back up to the room and changing for bed, that my legs were BRIGHT red. It went away and didn't itch or anything but wow, really does make you wonder what chemicals they are using in those tubs![/quote]

Very cool that you got to stay in the hot tub after closing and have a nice conversation... but ugh on the red legs.

Arriving at AK a few of us were up for a picture by the tree

LOVE the pp pictures!!!

Where to first?

Well now THAT’s a silly question! We had 4 teenage boys!

OMG! your EE pictures had me laughing!

I am pretty sure Big Eric was equally as wet (they’d conned their Uncle into joining them) but somehow he got out of the photo.

I have not been on Kali in so long. I hate being wet ... and either the weather is humid and you don't dry or cold and you are well.. just cold and wet.

The T shirt thing took so long...Jeff bought the boys a snack.

The picture of them is just great... they all just look like that snack is the best thing in the world.

But not without a final Kodak moment!

Such great pictures of the entire clan!!!

A couple of exciting updates to my upcoming trips

DL Band Trip.

I purchased Eric's park ticket yesterday. Seems like a silly thing and one I could do there. However I'd been hoping to buy it at my local grocery store (Safeway) as gift card purchases are 4x the gas points. They've only been socking the kids tickets but yesterday I happened to see the adult 3 day hopper. Score! Between the Disney Visa rewards points, and the gas savings, it's about 5% off of the ticket price. 5% is 5%! Or 2 drinks at Trader Sams, or 4 Mickey Bars depending on how you look at it.

I didn't know they qualified for the gas points... that is so cool!!!

Girls Flower and Garden Trip.

Yesterday there was a big announcement of 2 new character meals that were to be offered during Star Wars weekends, actually starting on the 4th which is before the official weekends start (but implies that "may the 4th be with you" will have an event. I showed my inner geek by booking a breakfast. Mary Ellen had the brilliant idea to turn it into a DISmeet! Check it out.

Very cool that there will be other new things to enjoy on your trip!

I also got...MICKEY MAIL yesterday!

So I am a little jealous! I was told I will not be getting one since my ap is in "renewed" status.

Who am I kidding...I just wanted that little blue AP slider!

I don't blame you! I want one too. Did you have to order it, btw? Or did they just ship it to you? DH has his AP active so I am wondering....