Make a Wish (and other organizations) ~ Wish Trippers UNITE! Volume FIVE!!

[that's nice]

We are trying to figure out what we should do after the makeover... a special meal? (I guess it depends what time of day its at.) If you have gone to BBB or know anything about it and have some suggestions as far as being all dolled up and still being able to do the park I would really appreciate it. I know we will be taking tons of pictures!

Sarah,
My DD5 has been the the BBB before and she loves getting transformed into a princess. A cool meal you could add if CRT is already filled is 1900 Park Fare. It is located in the Grand Floridian, which you can get to either by boat or monorail from the MK. Dinner there is with Cinderella, the prince, the stepmother, and the stepsisters. We love the menu and the food has always been good.

As far as touring the park your DD should be fine. The CMs always go out of their way to talk to BBB girls calling them princess and making them feel special. (more special than they already are )

Also, don't forget to ask about the spot for the BBB photo shoot. They will put the pictures on your photopass card.

 

[Moodyzblu]

Got our flights and dates confirmed !!

Now the REAL planning starts .. will be updating my PTR.

 

[nesser1981]

Hi! Can I please be added to the 2012 list of Pre-Trip Reports?

And I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Vanessa, my wish child is Keira, she is 6 years old. In April 2010 we found out she has cancer, a Wilms Tumor on her left kidney, stage 2. They removed the tumor & kidney, she did 18 weeks of chemo and all clear. 9 months after finishing chemo they found a new tumor on her liver. Radiation, 6 months of chemo and another surgery to remove the tumor and we're starting 2012 cancer free & chemo free. Praying it stays that way. We are really excited to start planning!

We got our dates today!

February 27-March 4, 2012!!

Keira's pre-trip report can be found here?
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=43702843#post43702843

 

[newdrama12]

Got our flights and dates confirmed !!

Now the REAL planning starts .. will be updating my PTR.

YAY for confirmations!!

 

[nesser1981]

Is anyone going to be at GTKW in February? We are counting down the days!! Dev got a Flip camcorder for Christmas and he can't wait to use it there.

We'll be there in February, but it looks like after you leave by the countdown tracker. February 27th is when we arrive.

 

[Delaney21]

Got our flights and dates confirmed !!

Now the REAL planning starts .. will be updating my PTR.

Yay!!!

Hi! Can I please be added to the 2012 list of Pre-Trip Reports?

And I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Vanessa, my wish child is Keira, she is 6 years old. In April 2010 we found out she has cancer, a Wilms Tumor on her left kidney, stage 2. They removed the tumor & kidney, she did 18 weeks of chemo and all clear. 9 months after finishing chemo they found a new tumor on her liver. Radiation, 6 months of chemo and another surgery to remove the tumor and we're starting 2012 cancer free & chemo free. Praying it stays that way. We are really excited to start planning!

We got our dates today!

February 27-March 4, 2012!!

Keira's pre-trip report can be found here?
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=43702843#post43702843

Welcome! I will keep Keira in my prayers for her to remain cancer free! I'll pop over to your PTR and follow along!

 

[Corrine 1973]

Hi! Can I please be added to the 2012 list of Pre-Trip Reports?

And I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Vanessa, my wish child is Keira, she is 6 years old. In April 2010 we found out she has cancer, a Wilms Tumor on her left kidney, stage 2. They removed the tumor & kidney, she did 18 weeks of chemo and all clear. 9 months after finishing chemo they found a new tumor on her liver. Radiation, 6 months of chemo and another surgery to remove the tumor and we're starting 2012 cancer free & chemo free. Praying it stays that way. We are really excited to start planning!

We got our dates today!

February 27-March 4, 2012!!

Keira's pre-trip report can be found here?
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=43702843#post43702843

Hey nesser, I am so glad you were able to find this thread . You will find it full of people who love to share their information. Maroo is the one who updates this thread and she has been busy as of late so it might take a little bit for your PTR to be added to the first bage. Be patient it will happen. Keep posting on here, people will find you

 

[SueM in MN]

Hey nesser, I am so glad you were able to find this thread . You will find it full of people who love to share their information. Maroo is the one who updates this thread and she has been busy as of late so it might take a little bit for your PTR to be added to the first bage. Be patient it will happen. Keep posting on here, people will find you

If people sent me a PM (Private Message), I will try to add them when I can if Maroo can't get to it.

 

[nesser1981]

Thank you all so much! We are praying for a cancer free year!! And are so excited about the trip.

Can anyone answer this for me.

Our wish manager told me what to except money wise for meals on the trip, she also said there would be some for shopping. Do they include gas in this amount too?

I'm really trying to figure out if I need to save some money before we go.

I'm looking at all the restaurants trying to budget based off what she said the food allowance would be. Last thing I need to do is come home in debt.

 

[Corrine 1973]

Thank you all so much! We are praying for a cancer free year!! And are so excited about the trip.

Can anyone answer this for me.

Our wish manager told me what to except money wise for meals on the trip, she also said there would be some for shopping. Do they include gas in this amount too?

I'm really trying to figure out if I need to save some money before we go.

I'm looking at all the restaurants trying to budget based off what she said the food allowance would be. Last thing I need to do is come home in debt.

I beleive there was a budget in our check for gas, but that being said every state is diffrent in what they give to their Wish families and it also depends on how much money they are able to raise in the state. If you have any questions about what is included in the budget, you Wish volunteer should be able to help you.

Also remember that the meals you eat at GKTW are free. The Gingerbread house has both breakfast and dinner, and Katie's Kitchen (boston market) has a pick up window for lunch and dinner in which you can also order at your Villa and have it delievered. There is also pizza available at night to be delivered to your room (also bring soda) and an ice cream polar open all day.

You also have a Walmart right at the beginning of the street that GKTW is on so you can get snacks that you can bring to the park and not spend a huge amount on.

 

[nesser1981]

Oh perfect, I was wondering what kinds of food that they had at GKTW. We're planning on eating breakfast there every date, and a couple dinners. We'd do all the dinners there, but the nights I assume we'll be out late, like Epcot for Fireworks, I wanted to make sure we have dinners planned out.

I beleive there was a budget in our check for gas, but that being said every state is diffrent in what they give to their Wish families and it also depends on how much money they are able to raise in the state. If you have any questions about what is included in the budget, you Wish volunteer should be able to help you.

Also remember that the meals you eat at GKTW are free. The Gingerbread house has both breakfast and dinner, and Katie's Kitchen (boston market) has a pick up window for lunch and dinner in which you can also order at your Villa and have it delievered. There is also pizza available at night to be delivered to your room (also bring soda) and an ice cream polar open all day.

You also have a Walmart right at the beginning of the street that GKTW is on so you can get snacks that you can bring to the park and not spend a huge amount on.

 

[lorasmom]

Hi! Can I please be added to the 2012 list of Pre-Trip Reports?

And I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Vanessa, my wish child is Keira, she is 6 years old. In April 2010 we found out she has cancer, a Wilms Tumor on her left kidney, stage 2. They removed the tumor & kidney, she did 18 weeks of chemo and all clear. 9 months after finishing chemo they found a new tumor on her liver. Radiation, 6 months of chemo and another surgery to remove the tumor and we're starting 2012 cancer free & chemo free. Praying it stays that way. We are really excited to start planning!

We got our dates today!

February 27-March 4, 2012!!

Keira's pre-trip report can be found here?
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=43702843#post43702843

Welcome!! Congratulations on being cancer free!!

 

[starienite]

We got some Mickey Mail today. It is killing me to wait until the kids get home from school. The kids will be okay with me opening all of them right??

 

[nesser1981]

We got some Mickey Mail today. It is killing me to wait until the kids get home from school. The kids will be okay with me opening all of them right??

Ooh, how exciting!

 

[starienite]

The kids just opened up their first big give boxes! Look at them here!

 

[LindaBabe]

Oh perfect, I was wondering what kinds of food that they had at GKTW. We're planning on eating breakfast there every date, and a couple dinners. We'd do all the dinners there, but the nights I assume we'll be out late, like Epcot for Fireworks, I wanted to make sure we have dinners planned out.

The night you are in EPCOT, there is a great counter service in the downstairs of the LAND - it has "real meals" (as opposed to "fast food") and the kids meals are plenty for adult light eaters also. See menus with prices on allearsnet.com

 

[nesser1981]

Can you guys link me up with some of your favorite Disney outfits that I've been seeing in all the pictures on the trip reports.

I've looked on Etsy and I've found some really cute stuff for Keira, but I'm having a harder time to find stuff for Cooper. You can PM the info to me too. I want to get 3 outfits total, for each day at Disney. Thank you!!

 

[nesser1981]

I think we're just going to get t-shirts for each day at the disney store, much cheaper. Not as cute.

Can you guys link me up with some of your favorite Disney outfits that I've been seeing in all the pictures on the trip reports.

I've looked on Etsy and I've found some really cute stuff for Keira, but I'm having a harder time to find stuff for Cooper. You can PM the info to me too. I want to get 3 outfits total, for each day at Disney. Thank you!!

 

[Delaney21]

I think we're just going to get t-shirts for each day at the disney store, much cheaper. Not as cute.

Can you link up what you're thinking about getting? I'm looking for ideas too!

 

[nesser1981]

Can you link up what you're thinking about getting? I'm looking for ideas too!

Sure, We each got 3 shirts.
I got 1 Mickey, 2 different Mickey & Minnie.
http://www.disneystore.com/tees-clo...use-tee-for-women/mp/1299479/1000228+1000765/
http://www.disneystore.com/v-neck-forever-mm-minnie-and-mickey-mouse-tee-for-women/mp/1298952/92031/
http://www.disneystore.com/minnie-loves-mickey-tee-for-women/mp/1293247/92031/

Keira got Dazzling Glitter Minnie, It's all about Minne and the ballet princesses.
http://www.disneystore.com/2-for-20-graphic-tees/mn/92030+1000763/

Cooper got Mickey blue & gray stripes, Mickey & the Gang w/ the rope, and a Pluto w/ the x-ray saying my dog ate my homework. If you order online they're having a 30% off sale right now. We went to the store because I wanted to try mine on.

http://www.disneystore.com/2-for-20-graphic-tees/mn/92030+1000762/
My hubby got Steamboat Mickey, Grumpy and Animal from the Muppets.