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

[wbh1964]

lvmom23- It's been several years since I went to Disney but here are some rides I would consider:
Magic Kingdom - Buzz Lightyear, Winnie the Pooh, Peter Pan, Mickey's Philharmonic, Enchanted Tiki Bird room, Jungle cruise, Dumbo, Alladin's magic carpets (ck height restrictions), Country bear jamboree
EPCOT - Universe of Energy (ride thru Dinos), Nemo ride,
Studios - Muphet vision 3d, The Little Mermaid show, Beauty and the Beast show, Toy story mania
and not that familiar with Animal Kingdom
...and I am sure there are so many more...these are just ones that come to mind.
Have fun planning...that's half the fun!

 

[owensdad]

Quick question, do I need to bring a letter from our docs stating Owens condition to get a GAC or would it be sorted at GKTW ? Does a wish child need to prove anything with a letter?

 

[Cheshire Figment]

You will actually be given the GAC at GKTW. And it has special markings on it which will allow front of the line access which is not available otherwise.

 

[blessedmom4]

Quick question, do I need to bring a letter from our docs stating Owens condition to get a GAC or would it be sorted at GKTW ? Does a wish child need to prove anything with a letter?

Absolutely NOT. A letter is not needed and is actually not a good indication of what you need, diagnosis' do not tell WHAT a person needs since they are very specific to how a condition affects a person. You will get a VERY SPECIAL GAC through GKTW for front of the line pass; however, there is more info on page 1 of the disabilities board if you want the basic info on typical GAC's.

 

[brookerene]

You don't need additional info...if you are going the GKTW they provide the info and GAC...

 

[blessedmom4]

You don't need additional info...if you are going the GKTW they provide the info and GAC...

Brooke is so right, they will tell you EVERYTHING...I am just obsessive and always want all of the info I can get my hands on!

 

[tinytreasures]

Feeling guilty here hope this is Okay to do.
I booked the 50s cafe on the 20th even though we don't have dates. It's okay to cancel if we don't get our dates we want right?
I figured I better get it now or we wouldn't get anything since it is star wars weekend.
I tried booking CRT for any day that week but it was all booked up

 

[brookerene]

Feeling guilty here hope this is Okay to do.
I booked the 50s cafe on the 20th even though we don't have dates. It's okay to cancel if we don't get our dates we want right?
I figured I better get it now or we wouldn't get anything since it is star wars weekend.
I tried booking CRT for any day that week but it was all booked up

That is okay to do...I'd do the same thing...!

 

[blessedmom4]

Feeling guilty here hope this is Okay to do.
I booked the 50s cafe on the 20th even though we don't have dates. It's okay to cancel if we don't get our dates we want right?
I figured I better get it now or we wouldn't get anything since it is star wars weekend.
I tried booking CRT for any day that week but it was all booked up

Glad I saw this before I left again...DON'T feel GUILTY!!! You had to make reservations NOW in hopes of getting somewhere you want to eat!!! IF things don't go as planned, you will cancel in plenty of time and make someone else VERY happy!
I will send good thoughts and Pixie Dust That CRT opens up for you!

 

[mom2pixies]

I just found out about a photography mission that provides portraiture for families with children or others who are fighting illness or have overcome them, etc.... it is www.themapleleafmission.com. They are a Canadian group that also has photographers in the states.... I recommend checking it out.

Awesome! Thanks for sharing the link with us. I had read about a group of photographers in the States that offered this great service and was wondering if there was a Canadian group that did the same....will definitely check it out!

 

[mom2pixies]

Okay, so I couldn't wait any longer! Just too excited at the prospect and have already been making plans in my head. I decided to (gulp!) make a PTR without even knowing yet Brooke will get her wish. (Mea culpa.) Decided if nothing else, this might be the best way for me to capture all the great suggestions and advice DIS board veterans have to share in one place for me to peruse afterwards!

If you'd like to give Brooke's PTR a peek, click on Miss B's Magical Wish Trip Adventure to Atlantica.

Thanks for reading!

 

[MitoDadMO]

I Have a question about the GAC and our group. How will the GAC work with rides that Kade would not normally be able to ride, like Rock 'n Rollercoaster? Will we be allowed to jump the line even if he does not ride a ride?

 

[cmgsykes]

Hi everyone! I am not sure if I'm posting in the right spot?! My little boy Griff has been granted a Wish trip to Disney World in April and we are all beyond excited!! Griff is 5 years old and was diagnosed with Leukemia last March. We also have two little girls (who love princesses) Addison, 4, and, Ansley, 2. Griff is most excited about meeting his favorite superhero, Spiderman, at Universal Studios. Any help in planning our trip is most appreciated, especially in scheduling Character Dining. Thanks so much!!!

 

[MitoDadMO]

Try to book your character dining early! If you daughters like princesses you might want to look at Akerhaus (sp?), I think it is at Epcot, it is a major princess dining deal. We are doing Chef Mickey with our boys.

One thing you might want to look into for your son is the Pirate League at Magic Kingdom. They transform you into a pirate with makeup etc. Our entire group is doing this.

We go on our wish trip in three days. So any questions please ask. a good website for planning what parks on what days is easywdw.com. He has statistical calendars with what parts are going to be less crowded on what days. His info is free for public use unlike some other sites.

Hi everyone! I am not sure if I'm posting in the right spot?! My little boy Griff has been granted a Wish trip to Disney World in April and we are all beyond excited!! Griff is 5 years old and was diagnosed with Leukemia last March. We also have two little girls (who love princesses) Addison, 4, and, Ansley, 2. Griff is most excited about meeting his favorite superhero, Spiderman, at Universal Studios. Any help in planning our trip is most appreciated, especially in scheduling Character Dining. Thanks so much!!!

 

[Cheshire Figment]

I Have a question about the GAC and our group. How will the GAC work with rides that Kade would not normally be able to ride, like Rock 'n Rollercoaster? Will we be allowed to jump the line even if he does not ride a ride?

No. You will not. The GAC is issued for the person with the disability, and if that person does not go on the attraction that is misuse of the GAC. The trip and special privileges are for the child with the disability, not for the rest of the family.

 

[mom2pixies]

Hi everyone! I am not sure if I'm posting in the right spot?! My little boy Griff has been granted a Wish trip to Disney World in April and we are all beyond excited!! Griff is 5 years old and was diagnosed with Leukemia last March. We also have two little girls (who love princesses) Addison, 4, and, Ansley, 2. Griff is most excited about meeting his favorite superhero, Spiderman, at Universal Studios. Any help in planning our trip is most appreciated, especially in scheduling Character Dining. Thanks so much!!!

Very exciting stuff! There appear to be quite a few Character Dining options at the various parks. Most are at Disney, including several princess ones--Cinderella's Castle, Cinderella's Happily Ever After Dinner at 1900 Park Fare, My Perfect Princess Tea Party at 1900 Park Fare, as well as the one in Epcot that was already mentioned. There's also a Wonderland Tea (which I believe is free?) at 1900 Park Fare.

However, I have read that there is also a Character Dining at Universal Studios that features Spiderman. I have no idea whether or not it a good interaction and/or meal, but something to consider!

From what I understand, booking ahead of time is key for character dining (upwards of 180 days is recommended), but even if you are short on time, give them a call. You never know when a last-minute cancellation will open up!

Best of luck!

 

[LVMom23]

Okay, so I couldn't wait any longer! Just too excited at the prospect and have already been making plans in my head. I decided to (gulp!) make a PTR without even knowing yet Brooke will get her wish. (Mea culpa.)

I know EXACTLY how you feel!

I started mine right before we had our meeting with the grant volunteers! We still don't have confirmation of dates or anything, still waiting on Hannah's doc's approval.

Hi everyone! I am not sure if I'm posting in the right spot?! My little boy Griff has been granted a Wish trip to Disney World in April and we are all beyond excited!!

I'm sorry to hear about your son, but I'm so thrilled that MAW is working so quickly for you? Do you know when in April you are going to go? Our tentative dates are the last week in April (second choice was first week in May).

Start a PTR so we can get to know Griff and your family!

 

[LVMom23]

Now I'm wondering, should I be making reservations for character dining too then now if we are tentatively going the end of April? For some reason, I thought MAW was able to do that for us. (If they don't, I'm glad to find out now!)

 

[jj0plin]

I Have a question about the GAC and our group. How will the GAC work with rides that Kade would not normally be able to ride, like Rock 'n Rollercoaster? Will we be allowed to jump the line even if he does not ride a ride?

I've read that it is okay to use the GAC for rides Kade cannot get on because he will be still be waiting for you and that could still tire him out. I have read several trip reports where this was done.

 

[LVMom23]

I've read that it is okay to use the GAC for rides Kade cannot get on because he will be still be waiting for you and that could still tire him out. I have read several trip reports where this was done.

Wow, I hope this is true because we were thinking we would be having to wait a long time with Hannah for rides that her brother and sister want to go on that she can't.