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

[brookerene]

Hi everyone,

So, here's our intinerary (or at least a first draft of it!). I've tried to stagger big days with shorter ones in between, to give us some time to rest and enjoy GKTW.

Let me know what you think--whether I've forgotten something, if you think it is too busy or if there is something you think might not work out. Of course, we can't do everything and there are four Disney parks to fit into three days, so there will be a bit of hopping back and forth. It is especially tricky to try and make it to the nighttime shows. Brooke would have no problem staying up past her bedtime, but Avie is still a baby and keeps pretty close to the routine.

I appreciate any help with the planning--especially timing-wise. I just don't want to miss that first 9am BBB appointment on our first day, and I'm wondering just how much time we should be there in advance (or how much time they'll let us in in advance) so Brooke can gawk at the castle! LOL!!

Anyways, all suggestions and thoughts welcome! Thanks!

Itinerary
Thursday, September 8 (travel day)
- Flight at 8:00 am
- Arrive in Orlando at 1pm
- Arrive at GKTW around 2pm (I’m guessing here?)
- Orientation at GKTW – (Time?)
- Winter Wonderland party 6:30 to 8:30pm

Friday, September 9 (big day)
- Magic Kingdom for 9:00am BBB appointment (what time do I need to leave for this?)
- Lunch at Cinderella’s Royal Table at 12:15pm
- MK closes early this night, so back to GKTW for dinner
- Pirates and Princesses Party with Shamu 7:30 to 8:30pm

Saturday, September 10 (big day)
- Horseback riding at GKTW at 8:00am
- Animal Kingdom from 10:00 to 3:00pmish
- Hop to Hollywood Studios from mid-afternoon (3:30ish) to close
- Fantasmic at 8:30pm (if we are up to it—or bag to GKTW for Mayor Clayton’s Birthday Party if we are not)

Sunday, September 11 (short, easier day)
- Sea World 10:00 to 5:00pm
- Giant Candyland Game 7:30 to 8:30pm

Monday, September 12 (big day)
- Disney characters at GKTW 8:00 to 8:30am
- Epcot all day
- Dinner at Akershus at 5:10 pm
- Hop to Magic Kingdom for evening until close
- Wishes at 9:00pm

Tuesday, September 13 (big day)
- Nick characters at GKTW from 8:30 to 9:15am
- Universal Studios all day
- Big Splash Bash 6:00 to 8:30pm (Will this still be going on during September?)

Wednesday, September 14 (short day)
- Horseback riding at GKTW at 8:00am
- Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure all day
- Enjoy GKTW

Thursday, September 15 (travel day)
- Disney characters at GKTW at 8:00 to 8:30
- Enjoy GKTW in morning
- Check out – (Time?)
- Flight at 2:00pm


Whaddayathink?

Well, IT looks like a great plan although I would plan that if things don't go to plan that you just take it easy and go with the flow. Get to MK early for that BBB appointment!.... We did for our CRT and it made the difference. Just tell them you have a 9 bbb appt and they'll let you on through! The park without people is great. We didn't have a BBB appointment but getting there early I was able to get my DD's photos done at the BBB photo studio!

I encourage to enjoy GKTW as much as possible!!!! It looks like you have that planned!

We didn't hop any so I can't help on that.... we were too tired...!
DOn't forget to book a tuck in with the Mayor or his wife! It's the best!!!! You can do that when you are there....
Have fun!!!!

 

[mysevendwarfs]

Please keep our family in prayer, my DH Dad isn't excpected to live through the weekend and we have a flight out tonight for Maryland (the soonest we could get). Please pray he hangs on until we can see him.

Prayers for your fil and your entire family.

 

[jdmmom]

I have just begun a PT report for my sweet wish child, Emily, and our family. Below is the link to that report!


http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2763774

 

[angeque143]

I made Audrey an appointment at the BBB. I've called a few times to get reservations for the Royal Table. We leave in a few weeks. The first time I called...booked and I'm not shocked. The second time I call...lunch available and I'm shocked! There are 7 of us so I really never expected to get reservation on such short notice.

Audrey knows about the BBB but doesn't know that after that she's eating with the princesses. She will find out when we get there for our reservation.

 

[xanphylus]

Please keep our family in prayer, my DH Dad isn't excpected to live through the weekend and we have a flight out tonight for Maryland (the soonest we could get). Please pray he hangs on until we can see him.

Will be praying for him and you guys as well Judy!!!!!

 

[mom2pixies]

We've been gifted again! Hop on over to see what kind of goodies Miss B and Aviecakes have found in the mail....

 

[Synovial]

Click here for Preston's Pre-trip report

 

[Synovial]

Hi!

 

[Sean's momma]

Well we have finally made it to Arkansas. That was the longest trip of my life. I have updated my PTR with some info feel free to go check it out.

Also on a seperate note, I just found out that a friend of mine passed away the night before last and if I could get some prayers for her family I would appreciate it. She had 3 children, a nearly 5 year old, a 3 year old and a 16 month old. She was only 26. Thanks guys!

 

[katieb4]

Hi!

Hi!!

Well we have finally made it to Arkansas. That was the longest trip of my life. I have updated my PTR with some info feel free to go check it out.

Also on a seperate note, I just found out that a friend of mine passed away the night before last and if I could get some prayers for her family I would appreciate it. She had 3 children, a nearly 5 year old, a 3 year old and a 16 month old. She was only 26. Thanks guys!

oh no! how incredibly sad!!! Will do!

 

[jon03015]

Please keep our family in prayer, my DH Dad isn't excpected to live through the weekend and we have a flight out tonight for Maryland (the soonest we could get). Please pray he hangs on until we can see him.

Sorry to hear that. You will be in our prayers! We have had a few deaths in out family recently, it is such a tough thing to go through. Hugs!

I just updated out PTR (even though it is 12- 18 months out) about Austin's transplant. AUSTIN WILL BE GETTING HIS TRANSPLANT THIS TUESDAY!!!!!! We are so excited for him and so grateful that his uncle will be donating his kidney!

 

[princessmamaof5]

We opened our mailbox to some awesome Mickeymail On Wednesday Kenzies newmade Dis friend Katelyn and her mama Carrie had sent Kenzie something awesome for her trip!!!!!!

We have Mickey Mail

 

[livndisney]

We opened our mailbox to some awesome Mickeymail On Wednesday Kenzies newmade Dis friend Katelyn and her mama Carrie had sent Kenzie something awesome for her trip!!!!!!

We have Mickey Mail

Oh how nice

 

[blessedmom4]

Oh Judy I'm sorry to here about your DH's dad... I hope you get to have some time before he goes and I hope that you will have what you need durig this time. Praying 4 u all....
Brooke

Prayers for your fil and your entire family.

Will be praying for him and you guys as well Judy!!!!!

Sorry to hear that. You will be in our prayers! We have had a few deaths in out family recently, it is such a tough thing to go through. Hugs!

I just updated out PTR (even though it is 12- 18 months out) about Austin's transplant. AUSTIN WILL BE GETTING HIS TRANSPLANT THIS TUESDAY!!!!!! We are so excited for him and so grateful that his uncle will be donating his kidney! What a BLESSING!!! I will be praying!

A heartfelt THANK YOU to those of you who have prayed for our family. Pete's Dad died Friday early AM. Even if we had jumped in the car when we first found out, he was so ill, we would not have made it in time. He had a wonderful,full life. He will be missed. to those of you who have experienced this same pain. Our DIS family is the best!

 

[brookerene]

A heartfelt THANK YOU to those of you who have prayed for our family. Pete's Dad died Friday early AM. Even if we had jumped in the car when we first found out, he was so ill, we would not have made it in time. He had a wonderful,full life. He will be missed. to those of you who have experienced this same pain. Our DIS family is the best!

I'm sorry you didn't make it but I'm glad to hear your positive expression of his life.... God Bless!

 

[brookerene]

We opened our mailbox to some awesome Mickeymail On Wednesday Kenzies newmade Dis friend Katelyn and her mama Carrie had sent Kenzie something awesome for her trip!!!!!!

We have Mickey Mail

It was an an awesome Daisy shirt!!!! Yay!

 

[livndisney]

A heartfelt THANK YOU to those of you who have prayed for our family. Pete's Dad died Friday early AM. Even if we had jumped in the car when we first found out, he was so ill, we would not have made it in time. He had a wonderful,full life. He will be missed. to those of you who have experienced this same pain. Our DIS family is the best!

I'm sorry for your loss.

 

[crashbb]

A heartfelt THANK YOU to those of you who have prayed for our family. Pete's Dad died Friday early AM. Even if we had jumped in the car when we first found out, he was so ill, we would not have made it in time. He had a wonderful,full life. He will be missed. to those of you who have experienced this same pain. Our DIS family is the best!

I'm sorry for your family's loss.

 

[Owensheart]

We opened our mailbox to some awesome Mickeymail On Wednesday Kenzies newmade Dis friend Katelyn and her mama Carrie had sent Kenzie something awesome for her trip!!!!!!

We have Mickey Mail

That is a great Daisy shirt!! I love that one!

 

[Owensheart]

A heartfelt THANK YOU to those of you who have prayed for our family. Pete's Dad died Friday early AM. Even if we had jumped in the car when we first found out, he was so ill, we would not have made it in time. He had a wonderful,full life. He will be missed. to those of you who have experienced this same pain. Our DIS family is the best!

I am so so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to your family.