Marcia's Solo Trip to Pop, Apr-May 08, lots of pics! *updated 7/3 day 8*

[marsh0013]

More Photopass

Forgot that P&P Party was later, since it was on another card!

Captain Jack!

cute pose

pretty picture

Cindy's coach

 

[KatGarcia]

Great shots! Thanks for sharing them!

 

[englishrose47]

Great updqte and pix Love them !! The Butterfly tent is that new I don't remember it! Steph would LOVE that!!

 

[marsh0013]

Great shots! Thanks for sharing them!

oh thank you!

Great updqte and pix Love them !! The Butterfly tent is that new I don't remember it! Steph would LOVE that!!

thanks! and i think the butterfly tent was just for flower and garden festival! so you'd have to go during that. it was really cool though!


another update, coming at ya soon!

 

[creativeamanda]

But what was not so awesome...at this point I realized that I had lost my itinerary! Now this was not just a boring old itinerary, it was color coded for TGM's days, had all my ADR's, which parks I was to be at and when...I was just so unbelievably upset, I couldn't believe it! Thank goodness the wonderful CM was able to print out the rest of my ADR's for me, so at least I had that. But note to self - always make copies! When we go in August, I'll make sure all 4 of us have our own itinerary, plus there will be one back in the room! I'm not taking any chances!

Thanks for that tip, Marcia. I will have to print out (and laminate ) three copies of my notecards. I know I'm not going until October, but I intend to do all of my planning this summer--I get 4 day work weeks!

Mental note: Grey Goose Lemon Slushies--where are they in Epcot?

 

[marsh0013]

Mon, May 5, Day 6, Part 2

So last I left you, it was nearing evening and I was in Epcot. After leaving Mousegears with my package attached to my bag, I still had a bit of time before my dinner ADR. So I slowly made my way toward World Showcase, stopping along the way to get some pics while wandering around the Peter Pan area of topiaries.

Just beautiful. I continued on my way, stopping in France for some pics. I just realized I already included one of the Photopass pics I got here, but here's a couple more.

And one that I took of the fountain

Then I made my way over to Japan, where I quickly bought a few pairs of socks, as souvenirs for friends. They're the kind that separate the big toe from the rest of the toes. They're cute. And I was also eating in Japan, so that was convenient. My ADR for Tokyo Dining was at 8:20, but I checked in early at 8pm, and told them I wanted to wait for a window seat, as it was my plan to catch Illuminations from my table. They said it might be a while, but lo and behold, I was seated at the perfect table at 8:05! Here's my view (sorry for the glare!)

It was a delightful dinner, and I was able to watch Illuminations as I had planned. They even turned down the lights and piped in the music. What more could you ask for?!

I finished up my meal as everyone else was exiting the park. I took the opportunity when I left to snap a couple pics of a lit-up Spaceship Earth.

I knew that it was EMH this evening at MGM, so I wanted to head over there to see if I could catch my waiter. So I took the nice walk over. Some ducks along the way

and the entrance from afar

I know some people have expressed concern over walking this path at night, but it was after 9 at this point, very dark out (as you can see), and I had no problems whatsoever. I've done this walk in the dark before, and I've never felt at all unsafe. So take that for what it's worth.

I made my way through the gates, picked up my bracelet, and was off to the 50's Prime Time. Alas, no Richard. Major bummer! But of course I stopped at the Tune In Lounge to say Hi to David, and get a drink. At this point, I didn't really feel like fighting the crowds, so I decided I would head to DTD, because I had lots of snack credits, and I wanted to use a couple at Goofy's.

I went out to the bus stop and took a bus to Saratoga Springs, because I knew I could walk from there to DTD. I figured it was the most direct route. Just so happened there was a couple on the bus who was doing the same thing, so we walked over to DTD together. They were in search of some food. We parted ways when we arrived at Goofy's...at 11:03pm...when they had closed at 11! Yikes! So that was a complete waste of my time! Should have taken a cab and sucked it up and paid the money. Oh well, you live you learn.

At that point, since everything was closed anyway, I went to the bus stop to get a bus back to Pop. I waited a while, but it came, and I went to my room and went to bed. I knew I had one more opportunity to get to Goofy's, the next night after my DIS meet. So I hoped that would work out!

next up: morning in MK

 

[gbpackfan9]

Lots of great pics. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Figment's Friend]

Great Photopass pics!! You look like you're having such a great time. Of course, how can you not at WDW? Looking forward to hearing more....

 

[lovesdumbo]

that's so funny that you were right below me! i didn't hear you one bit! my august dates are aug 13-20, at pop, we should try to meet up!

We'll have to compare itineraries!

But what was not so awesome...at this point I realized that I had lost my itinerary! Now this was not just a boring old itinerary, it was color coded for TGM's days, had all my ADR's, which parks I was to be at and when...I was just so unbelievably upset, I couldn't believe it! Thank goodness the wonderful CM was able to print out the rest of my ADR's for me, so at least I had that. But note to self - always make copies! When we go in August, I'll make sure all 4 of us have our own itinerary, plus there will be one back in the room! I'm not taking any chances!

I hadn't yet been on Space Ship Earth, and there was no line, so I went for it. I don't remember much of how this ride used to be, as the last time I went on was probably 2001, but I really didn't like the ending part with the interactivity. Thought it was dumb. Your mileage may vary.

My coworker friend calls my spreadsheet my "Color Coded Matrix of Fun". I have lots of copies with me!

You should try Spaceship Earth with a kid. My kids think the ending is hysterical! It a bit contagious when they start laughing about it.

 

[Disney Brat]

Great photopass pics!! Loved the spot you had for Illuminations too!! Can't wait to hear about your DISmeet!

 

[momtoBrandon&Jacob]

We'll have to compare itineraries!



My coworker friend calls my spreadsheet my "Color Coded Matrix of Fun". I have lots of copies with me!

You should try Spaceship Earth with a kid. My kids think the ending is hysterical! It a bit contagious when they start laughing about it.

Hey, at least your coworker is nice about it. When I was planning my trip, my coworker - who has never been to Disney nor does she have any interest - rolled her eyes and sighed very loudly whenever I called disney to change an ADR or order P&PP tickets, or call my TA with a question.

 

[Figment's Friend]

Hoping you'll come back soon, I miss reading your TR!

 

[marsh0013]

Hoping you'll come back soon, I miss reading your TR!

hi! i'm soo soooooo sorry guys! i've been so busy, last weekend was my real bday weekend, and i was up in hartford for dmb (my fav band), and i've been working all week, then i have dmb again this weekend up in saratoga. but next week should be calmer, and i promise i will update! thanks for the patience!~

 

[englishrose47]

I'll be waiting Marsh!!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

last weekend was my real bday weekend,

Happy Birthday!!

 

[miceli20]

Great trip report. I love all the pics you took. Hope you had a blast.

 

[Disney Brat]

YOu gotta give us more!!! Lovin it so far!!

*edit* Sorry didn't see that you had posted...lol Happy belated Birthday!! Have a great weekend!

 

[Camster0307]

Hi Marcia! I'm a little late to the party; enjoyed your dining report and didn't realize you also had a TR in the works. All caught up now.

I enjoy reading about your solo adventures. Must admit I'm feeling some pangs of jealously. I love my trips to Disney with my daughters; but oh how nice it would be to have a hotel room to myself and come and go as I please! And I love how you just slip in and out of parks whenever it suits you. It's so nice to hear you striking up friendly conversations with other guests too. I think WDW is the ONLY place I would feel comfortable doing a solo trip.

Was encouraging to see your pix of the PM EMH at MK. My DD and I are heading down in three days and our first night is a PM EMH at MK. We're determined to stay until 2am - glad to see how empty it was. I think it will definitely be worth our while to stay that late.

 

[gbpackfan9]

Anxiously awaiting your next installment...I know your TR is almost complete -so sad- It was a great report with lots of super pics. I'll be looking for your August report.

 

[englishrose47]

Hi Marsh!!