Make a Wish (and other organizations) - Wish Trippers UNITE! Volume THREE! :)

[pacrosby]

Put the cd in the drive. If it starts to launch the automatic slide show, cancel it - try the escape key.

Then, go to my docs - pictures - on the file menu in the upper left menu bar, select new - when the folder appears, rename it photo pass photos. Leave that folder open.

now go down to the start menu - click on my computer a list of your drives should open.

Click on the one with the cd in it. A list should drop down that lists the media thingy as well as several folders of numbers.

Select one of the folders of numbers - it should open. Select the whole column of numbers, right click and select copy.

Move your mouse to the file folder you created labeled photo pass photos. Right click. Select paste. That should do it.

Thank you so much for your help. I had posted the question somewhere else and had a response that allowed me to 'save' select px but your instructions will allow me to create a whole new folder which is really what I wanted to do.

Much appreciated

 

[alaskanabbott]

SOOOO GKTW offered us a van, but neither my hubby or I feel like we could drive in Orlando. Hubby was born and raised in a town with two stop lights and 2000 people...the next closest town? 1 1/2 hour drive, that's MY town with about 8 stop lights and 6000 people. If we get really crazy we go to Anchorage, 3 1/2 hours away, and is the next town over, and I drive. So we asked if we needed a van and our guy said that GKTW will drive us to all the parks and back. But I've been reading (all day and night) others tr's and am thinking maybe he was wrong? Will we need a van? We want to go to WDW, and Sea World...maybe US. We plan on lunches in the parks and "home" for dinners.
Oh another ??...what time do they stop serving dinner at GKTW?

BTW how do you completly delete a post? I just accidently posted this on a PTR instead of here

 

[yinyanggirls]

SOOOO GKTW offered us a van, but neither my hubby or I feel like we could drive in Orlando. Hubby was born and raised in a town with two stop lights and 2000 people...the next closest town? 1 1/2 hour drive, that's MY town with about 8 stop lights and 6000 people. If we get really crazy we go to Anchorage, 3 1/2 hours away, and is the next town over, and I drive. So we asked if we needed a van and our guy said that GKTW will drive us to all the parks and back. But I've been reading (all day and night) others tr's and am thinking maybe he was wrong? Will we need a van? We want to go to WDW, and Sea World...maybe US. We plan on lunches in the parks and "home" for dinners.
Oh another ??...what time do they stop serving dinner at GKTW?

BTW how do you completly delete a post? I just accidently posted this on a PTR instead of here

I think if you are the author of a post you can edit it, no matter where it is posted. So go back to the PTR where you posted this, click edit, then write, oops, or whatever you want, and it will change what others will read there.

 

[alaskanabbott]

hi just doing some planning. Can you do both US and IOA on the same day?

 

[LindaBabe]

SOOOO GKTW offered us a van, but neither my hubby or I feel like we could drive in Orlando. Hubby was born and raised in a town with two stop lights and 2000 people...the next closest town? 1 1/2 hour drive, that's MY town with about 8 stop lights and 6000 people. If we get really crazy we go to Anchorage, 3 1/2 hours away, and is the next town over, and I drive. So we asked if we needed a van and our guy said that GKTW will drive us to all the parks and back. But I've been reading (all day and night) others tr's and am thinking maybe he was wrong? Will we need a van? We want to go to WDW, and Sea World...maybe US. We plan on lunches in the parks and "home" for dinners.
Oh another ??...what time do they stop serving dinner at GKTW?

BTW how do you completly delete a post? I just accidently posted this on a PTR instead of here

You will be MUCH better off if you take the van and drive yourselves. It *IS* doable as long as you avoid the I4 at rush hour.

I had a discussion about that very topic last time I volunteered down there. Apparently there is a shuttle that goes one way to somewhere at some time in the morning, but does not return. I thought that was odd. Then if they have a volunteer available with a vehicle it's possible that they would be able to come and get you. So, without a vehicle of your own, it appears that you might be spending quite a bit of time either at GKTW (which would not be a bad thing) or quite a bit of money on Taxis.

There ARE ways to get from GKTW to the various parks without a lot of stop lights, and you *will* get accustomed to driving there very quickly. You'll be glad to have your freedom. They have a driection sheet available for you, in fact, it may come in your welcome packet.

 

[pacrosby]

hi just doing some planning. Can you do both US and IOA on the same day?

While I suppose it's possible to to go to both parks on the same day (they are within walking distance of one another) doing so will only allow you to sample what they have to offer. There is a LOT to do.

We LOVED US/IOA as much as the WDW parks, spent two days there (albeit not full days, maybe 8 hours each day) and still left alot undone. They don't seem to get a lot of love here on the Disboards for some reason.......................apparently just not enough to go around I will say that I have written alot about the US/IOA parks and posted alot of px on my TR and have received tons of positive feedback from folks saying that they had never thought they 'needed' to go but now couldn't wait to get there. I'd suggest spending some serious time on their website checking out all the shows and attractions before making a decision. I really think your kids especially, being a bit older would absolutely love it (although there's lots for little kids too..................your youngest wouldn't feel left out in the least).

Hope that helped!


Oh yeah.....and the van. I'd say definately get it. I think relying on GKTW/cabs could be a problem for you all.

 

[pouty_tink]

Okay.. I started my PTR and got a link in my signature, I THINK... i dunno
but if not here is a link


http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2403473

 

[yinyanggirls]

Okay.. I started my PTR and got a link in my signature, I THINK... i dunno
but if not here is a link


http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2403473

The one in the signature didn't work but the other link did. I'll go read now.

 

[Mtopher4]

Some of these trips are only a week away.. Can't wait to readall about them

 

[Thumper321]

Some of these trips are only a week away.. Can't wait to readall about them

Our trip would be one of those! I'll try to get our trip report started as soon as possible after we've returned. Although, I can almost bet that Amanda (PipersMom) will beat me at getting started, even though she'll get home a day later than us.

 

[Mtopher4]

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I got the Date May 9-13th

How do I change that in my Thread title?

 

[Momofwishkid]

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I got the Date May 9-13th

How do I change that in my Thread title?

Dates!! Doesn't it make it all seem more real?

 

[Mtopher4]

Yes.. the Date makes all the difference

 

[that's nice]

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I got the Date May 9-13th

How do I change that in my Thread title?

To change your thread title go to your 1st post on the thread. Click Edit. Then click on advanced. You will be able to edit your thread title from there. If you have any problems let me know!

 

[maroo]

Before I go back and catch any replies - I just wanted to say I have finally updated the first page with all of the Pre-trippies I have found and the dates...so if yours is up there and you have anything to add, let me know and I can add stuff!

 

[Mtopher4]

It worked

Thank you That's Nice

 

[Mtopher4]

Thanks Maroo

 

[maroo]

Hi Jen, Im going to check out your PTR right now just wanted to say you cant post pics until you have 10 posts written. There is a link on the first page of this thread just for posting those 10 posts. Your PTR should be under the main PTR category but Maroo will put your link here so we can all find you. You can also subscribe to the PTR's you want to follow so it's easier to find them.

Subbing to the pre-trip reports is a great idea! Very addicting, actually...

Well we actually have 8 people, My hubby and I and our 6 kids...no babies, all KIDS...

Oh and did I send you a message with the link to my PTR today..I swear I can't remember!

You did! I posted it...right?!?!

Maroo, thank you for adding our link to the 1st page!!!! I see you don't have our dates. We are going on the Disney cruise!! We sail March 27th-april 3rd on the Magic!! 36 days and counting!!!

I had missed these...twice...but I finally did add them!

Thank you so much for your help. I had posted the question somewhere else and had a response that allowed me to 'save' select px but your instructions will allow me to create a whole new folder which is really what I wanted to do.

Much appreciated

I owe you pics, my friend...and am working on that right now...

I can upload the pics I have to a photobucket account, too...Then you can post your TR directly from it and download any that you want, etc.

Call me.

SOOOO GKTW offered us a van, but neither my hubby or I feel like we could drive in Orlando. Hubby was born and raised in a town with two stop lights and 2000 people...the next closest town? 1 1/2 hour drive, that's MY town with about 8 stop lights and 6000 people. If we get really crazy we go to Anchorage, 3 1/2 hours away, and is the next town over, and I drive. So we asked if we needed a van and our guy said that GKTW will drive us to all the parks and back. But I've been reading (all day and night) others tr's and am thinking maybe he was wrong? Will we need a van? We want to go to WDW, and Sea World...maybe US. We plan on lunches in the parks and "home" for dinners.
Oh another ??...what time do they stop serving dinner at GKTW?

BTW how do you completly delete a post? I just accidently posted this on a PTR instead of here

I know that GKTW has a shuttle...but the Mom I talked to (are you here??) explained that the shuttle at GKTW takes you to specific parks each day...so they sort of dictated the schedule - which, frankly, if you are spending much time on here, I assume you are a planner, and that may not work so well for your family.

Taking a cab is going to be pricey.

GKTW is basically straight down a main road that is really big, but isn't really all that fast...does that make sense? It certainlly is not small town driving, but the main street that GKTW is on (HWY 192) is basically a big street with a bunch of stop lights.

I would invest in a GPS device, if you are really worried about it...I think it would be worth it. And maybe practice with it close to home.

I feel like this is going to make a difference in what you can do on your trip...if you are able to drive or not.

To change your thread title go to your 1st post on the thread. Click Edit. Then click on advanced. You will be able to edit your thread title from there. If you have any problems let me know!

Tim, Thank you so much for helping everyone!!

 

[pnutallergymom]

You can rent a GPS from the car rental place too...I think I remember seeing it was like 75/wk. I could be wrong.

We used ours alot when we went last year...as it can be somewhat confusing. Didn't have a single issue when using the GPS!!

Great suggestion Maroo!!

 

[maroo]

I just want to give you guys an update of sorts on my world -

Some of you guys have probably noticed I am not on here 24/7 anymore and I just want to fill you guys in.

It is just life - My work has changed a lot in the past month and they have me doing more paperwork type follow up reporting and such and not as much calling insurance companies - which gives me less time on hold (and less free time) at work - which lends itself to less time to DIS.

Yes, I used to DIS at work all the time.

I am trying to log on every day and check my threads...but I am missing some of them - but I am really, really trying to check my PM's every single day...

So, if you need to ask me a question or need me to address something, please send me a PM - because I used to be able to keep up with every pre-trip report and these days I just am missing some of them.


Also...a few of you guys will be in the World during the first weekend of March...and I will be, too!

Lauren's Mom - Lisa - and I are both going to be participating in the Princess Half Marathon weekend - we are both doing the half marathon before dawn on Sunday the 7th.

So far it looks like I am arriving in FL on Friday afternoon and will be doing very limited touring on Fri/Sat. Sun AM is the race and I will be at DHS on Sunday afternoon. Not sure how long I will be able to stay awake on Sunday - lol - but I am planning to meet up with as many people as I can that afternoon.

Anyway...enough about me, but if you guys are going to be there when we will, I definitely want to try to run into you guys. I know you are on your special trip and will totally respect your time - but if we are in the same place at the same, we can try to do a mini DIS meet!