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

[Laurensmom2004]

Hey guys!!! I finally started my TR...it's a small start but hey it's a start right???


http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=37658310#post37658310

 

[wishin' on a star]

Yeah! Wonderful! Ok, so groceries and wine is covered.

We'll definitely stay for the medical information. Having a doctor's name will definitely put my mind at ease. With three little ones, we may very well need it. We all got a terrible stomach flu last trip. Thankfully, it didn't last long but anything can happen and with the boys blood clotting issues, dehydration is a concern. DS7 got stomach flu one time and was hospitalized for iv fluids for fear of blood clots.

In theory, sending DH to orientation is a great idea. But I really don't think he'll want to go. He would if I asked but I think he'd more than likely say you go, and we'll meet up. I'm the one that does this stuff. I plan and arrange everything family related. He works way too hard and kind of shows up for the fun stuff. I plan the trip, get the fastpasses, deal with hotel staff for missing things, take the pictures etc. ... that and the fact that I'm a bit of a control freak (if you haven't been able to tell that yet ) He actually washed clothes this weekend and I damned near passed out... but had to refrain from complaining about the temp of the water he used. ... ok, so maybe this is a me issue and not a him issue Anyway, we'll work it out. I may have a look at the things to do and just send him on his way... maybe the kids can do lunch... where can they eat lunch at GKTW at around 3pm? Can I grab a sandwich and eat during the orientation?

Katie's Kitchen (Boston Market) will be open in the afternoon. It's right next to the Ice Cream Palace. We were on a similar time schedule to you on arrival day, and since it was lunchtime when we landed, we grabbed McD's for the kids at the airport before getting on the airport monorail. They were starving, and ate in the car on the way to GKTW, which made the arrival less stressful and allowed the kids to jump right in and enjoy exploring GKTW without being hungry and crabby! Hubby was starving when we arrived though, and only had a few minutes before his orientation, so he ordered at Katie's Kitchen and they delivered his sandwich right to him at the orientation.

 

[casper_jj11]

Katie's Kitchen (Boston Market) will be open in the afternoon. It's right next to the Ice Cream Palace. We were on a similar time schedule to you on arrival day, and since it was lunchtime when we landed, we grabbed McD's for the kids at the airport before getting on the airport monorail. They were starving, and ate in the car on the way to GKTW, which made the arrival less stressful and allowed the kids to jump right in and enjoy exploring GKTW without being hungry and crabby! Hubby was starving when we arrived though, and only had a few minutes before his orientation, so he ordered at Katie's Kitchen and they delivered his sandwich right to him at the orientation.

Fantastic! Thank you!

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

Howdy! Walk for Wishes was a blast, and I got to see parts of downtown I had only seen from a car window previously. Lots of fun on the Square afterwards, too.

Glad you enjoyed your trip. I'm thinking we may schedule the park visits around the GKTW event schedule because of the whole "once in a lifetime" thing. We may or may not ever be able to make it back to WDW and if we do I don't know what priority we would make a return visit to GKTW. Slow day at work today so I'll be checking out some TRs this afternoon.

How soon before your trip did you get more detailed info? We've had regular contact with MAW, but no real details beyond the travel arrangements and on-site needs. I haven't asked too many questions about it yet. I have no idea if they are setting up any character meetings or meals or any of the other "special" events some folks here are mentioning.

They didn't set up anything like that for us. We made an adr at Chef Mickey's on our own. They worked on our "must haves" about a month out. We gave them a list of what we needed and gave them the number to our hhc but I coordinated that. We really only knew our dates were confirmed and had a villa reserved for us. The flight I had to call and get the info about 2 weeks before we left. We didnt really get much else till the week before we left when we got the packet from our Wish granter. When I had a question I would call the main number and they were very helpful. I am not much of a "surprise" kind of person so I needed to know alot before we went. Didn't tell the kids everything but at least I knew what to expect

I did a March Of Dimes walk a few years ago down there and it was so pretty. Alot of things to look at for sure.

 

[Mom2mitokids]

Howdy! Walk for Wishes was a blast, and I got to see parts of downtown I had only seen from a car window previously. Lots of fun on the Square afterwards, too.

Glad you enjoyed your trip. I'm thinking we may schedule the park visits around the GKTW event schedule because of the whole "once in a lifetime" thing. We may or may not ever be able to make it back to WDW and if we do I don't know what priority we would make a return visit to GKTW. Slow day at work today so I'll be checking out some TRs this afternoon.

How soon before your trip did you get more detailed info? We've had regular contact with MAW, but no real details beyond the travel arrangements and on-site needs. I haven't asked too many questions about it yet. I have no idea if they are setting up any character meetings or meals or any of the other "special" events some folks here are mentioning.

I believe Character meals are on your own. At least that's what they told us. They did say if we want a special meal they can deduct it from our funds.

 

[Mom2mitokids]

Hey guys!!! I finally started my TR...it's a small start but hey it's a start right???


http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=37658310#post37658310

Going now to read.

 

[Mom2mitokids]

Before I even type this out I want to say that I KNOW this is just not an idea that some families are willing to consider and I totally respect and understand that....but, just throwing this out there....

what about splitting up for different parts of the day, or days of the week? We didn't plan to but ended up dividing out family every morning because Phoebe needed more sleep. Tessa had a blast exploring the village during that time. We also split up a couple of times at the parks. Phoebe took a 2 hour nap in the Wish Lounge at MK (and I was milliseconds away from sleeping too, until other families started coming in and chatting which was fun). Tim and Tessa rode several rides, several times during that period of time and while Phoebe would have enjoyed the rides, she NEEDED the nap. Knowing that kids (whether they are the wish kid or not) have different needs, it just makes sense to me to be willing to do different things with different kids, assuming you have enough parents, grandparents, nurses or older siblings to facilitate the split.



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I hate being separated from my family, but may have to do it this time. I had no clue about the wish lounge. How we missed it...I don't know. Do they sever cold water in the lounge? Where is it located at?

 

[Mom2mitokids]

I called the walmart near GKTW and yes they sell groceries and they also have beer and wine LOL I felt funny asking that but I was also curious to the grocery part so we both have our answer it is a super walmart so anything we really should need will be there

When we were there it was just a walmart. Glad they made it into a Super walmart.

 

[J'sMum]

When we were there it was just a walmart. Glad they made it into a Super walmart.

Me too ! helps a load to get the odd ball things that we will need , shampoo conditioner , and foods that kids need/want where they eat about every 2 hours. also will save us from having to pack the items. I have long long hair and go through an entire bottle of conditioner a week LOL I would cry without my conditioner. Thats why I called the walmart this morning so I would be 100% sure. Sooo glad walmart will be so easy to get to as my DH and I are both nervous driving in a new area

 

[that's nice]

I hate being separated from my family, but may have to do it this time. I had no clue about the wish lounge. How we missed it...I don't know. Do they sever cold water in the lounge? Where is it located at?

I believe the MK Wish lounge is between Casey's and Crystal Palace.... someone please correct me if I am wrong. They do have bottled water there and air conditioning. There are some couches there and a TV... and I think there are games there too.


It is a nice spot to take a break. As far as the other parks... I'm not sure.

 

[livndisney]

Walmart near GKTW is quite large. It has groceries and even some Disney items-tee, bags, towels etc. It is really easy to get to. If you get off I-4 to go to GKTW at the downtown Disney exit, you will exit the freeway, make a left (go under the freeway) on 535 for a few miles and you will see Walmart on the right. When you exit Walmart you will go right to 192 to get to GKTW.

If when you exit the freeway and go right there is a Goodings, Taco Bell, Perkins, and a Burger King. Also when you go right, you can make a left onto Hotel Plaza and then to Downtown Disney.

 

[Mom2mitokids]

Me too ! helps a load to get the odd ball things that we will need , shampoo conditioner , and foods that kids need/want where they eat about every 2 hours. also will save us from having to pack the items. I have long long hair and go through an entire bottle of conditioner a week LOL I would cry without my conditioner. Thats why I called the walmart this morning so I would be 100% sure. Sooo glad walmart will be so easy to get to as my DH and I are both nervous driving in a new area

Very easy to drive too. I would even do it and I'm a very nerous driver in a new area. I may not even pack all the beauty stuff and just get it when we arrive. Trying to make it that we all just bring on carry-ons and not check in. The last time we spent over $200. Not happening this time.

 

[Mom2mitokids]

I believe the MK Wish lounge is between Casey's and Crystal Palace.... someone please correct me if I am wrong. They do have bottled water there and air conditioning. There are some couches there and a TV... and I think there are games there too.


It is a nice spot to take a break. As far as the other parks... I'm not sure.

Ok...where is Casey's and Crystal Palace?

 

[Mom2mitokids]

Walmart near GKTW is quite large. It has groceries and even some Disney items-tee, bags, towels etc. It is really easy to get to. If you get off I-4 to go to GKTW at the downtown Disney exit, you will exit the freeway, make a left (go under the freeway) on 535 for a few miles and you will see Walmart on the right. When you exit Walmart you will go right to 192 to get to GKTW.

If when you exit the freeway and go right there is a Goodings, Taco Bell, Perkins, and a Burger King. Also when you go right, you can make a left onto Hotel Plaza and then to Downtown Disney.

Wow!!! You know your area.

 

[casper_jj11]

OK, I'm pretty directionally challenged. Thank goodness for our GPS. Does anyone have a street address for the Walmart near GKTW so I can program it in? Will we pass it on the way from the airport and if so, it is easy to get back to when we're heading from GKTW to the resort (MK area)?

 

[J'sMum]

OK, I'm pretty directionally challenged. Thank goodness for our GPS. Does anyone have a street address for the Walmart near GKTW so I can program it in? Will we pass it on the way from the airport and if so, it is easy to get back to when we're heading from GKTW to the resort (MK area)?

210 South Bass Road, Kissimmee, FL 34746-6099 (Give Kids
4444 West Vine Street, Kissimmee, FL 34746-5315 (Walmart Supercenter)
Walmart Supercenter
(407) 397-7000

 

[J'sMum]

OK since I am in a silly mood, I just had to post this blonde moment of mine... I was seriously wondering how Maroo and others did the multiple quotes and was not wanting to ask. Well, I was on page 1 looking for a PTR so I could subscribe and read (again) that there are hints in the 2nd post... Ok, Now I know I had been there when I first started here so I could post pictures etc... Well I just went back for heck of it to look and WOW instructions on how to multi post and answers to a few other questions I was thinking about asking but had not yet asked... !! sooo blonde I be but I wanted to share the reminder that that page has some awesome links and tips hehehehe
<3

 

[livndisney]

Wow!!! You know your area.

I should, I live here I almost bought a house in the neighborhood right next to the Walmart. On the way to Walmart from I-4 is Wendy's, a Chik fil a and two outlet malls. So basically most ANYTHING you could need is available

 

[livndisney]

Let's see if this works

http://www.mapquest.com/maps?1pn=Go...g=-81.459865&2v=ADDRESS&2id=44305245#initPgSt


and
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?1pn=Wa...&2g=-81.45729&2v=ADDRESS&2id=4805663#initPgSt

From Walmart:
1. Start out going EAST on W IRLO BRONSON MEMORIAL HWY/US-192 E/W VINE ST/FL-530 E/W SPACE COAST PKWY toward N BASS RD. 0.1 mi Map | Avoid


2. Turn RIGHT onto N BASS RD. 1.0 mi


3. 210 S BASS RD is on the RIGHT.


Give Kids the World
210 S Bass Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34746 - (407) 396-1114
United States

 

[livndisney]

OK, I'm pretty directionally challenged. Thank goodness for our GPS. Does anyone have a street address for the Walmart near GKTW so I can program it in? Will we pass it on the way from the airport and if so, it is easy to get back to when we're heading from GKTW to the resort (MK area)?

If you take I-4 from the Airport and exit at the Downtown Disney exit, yes you will pass the Walmart. I posted directions from Walmart to GKTW right above this post.