MAY Countdown!! This is it, folks

[Judyfun]

This will be the first trip to DL for both myself and granddaughter, we live on the east coast so we have a 10 day trip planned.

Heading to DL on May 18th, staying at the Grand Californian for 5 nights!

From 1971 to current time, 30+ trips to WDW
May 2011 - Boardwalk (D23 scavanger hunt)
Dec 2011 - Caribbean Beach
July 2010 - Polynisian
July 2009 - Contempory
and so many more memories

 

[Colo Nana]

Will any one be there april 28th thru may 2nd any day that is a local? My family is getting my disney tickets using so cal discount but they are older & have no interest of even going in anymore. My bff is springing for the trip & letting me bring my grandson so I figure if I can save them a few bucks by having my family buy the tickets it'll help. I just wanna know I can walk in with a local & not get denied entrance then I'd spend more our not be able to go

 

[ToodlesRN]

Just read that Ariels Grotto will be closed during our visit; so thats carnation cafe and Ariels Grotto that will be taken off our dinning reservations

 

[cannp123165]

I'm visiting Disneyland between May 11th-16th. I'm spending a few weeks touring the West Coast first on a tour, and then going to Hawaii before spending the last few days of my trip at Disneyland. This is my second time, and I'm staying at HOJO. So excited... I cannot wait to see World of Color!

 

[mommamonster]

Just read that Ariels Grotto will be closed during our visit; so thats carnation cafe and Ariels Grotto that will be taken off our dinning reservations

Oh bummer, I didn't know Ariel's was going to be closed for part of my trip too. I was hoping to do the WOC dinner there on the night we arrive(if WOC is showing on a Tuesday), but now I might have to hope that the closure is not extended any further and try to get in later in the week.

I am super bummed about Carnation Cafe being closed until who knows when, all I have heard is "you must go there for breakfast" from all my friends/family. I haven't heard any other great breakfast reviews, other than the character breakfasts.

When I plan vacation, my plans usually revolve around the dining. I am a foodie, for sure. I fall in the category of people whose vacation photos includes the meals we eat

 

[soaringirl]

we are planning on being there May 9-11th however...i jsut found out there are GradNite events on 2 of the 3 days we will be there...how will this affect out trip? hours cut shorter? crowds? It's my BF first trip ever!

Hi!!! the people attending the grad nites will have a park ticket, and a private event after-hours. Remember that May will have short hours (see Post #1 for the link to the information), so the event per se will not affect you. Crowds I don't think anybody knows since it seems it's the first time that this happens (having access to the park before the event). Your best bet is what all veterans always recommend: arrive at park opening.

Just read that Ariels Grotto will be closed during our visit; so thats carnation cafe and Ariels Grotto that will be taken off our dinning reservations

Where did you read this? I just saw the DLR update in MousePlanet and it doesn't mention Ariel's closing...

For all newcomers: sorry I haven't post your names! I'm at work right now but I will add you tonight at the latest. Welcome!!!

 

[Sparrow78]

Can I join

We were supposed to go on a cruise in Feb but a medical emergency came up so I finally convinced DH that we should go to DL instead since the cruise cannot happen this year (costs, and timing). So I booked flights last week for March 20-26th! I'm so excited! Will book hotels and such after I get all my points back that we booked the cruise on

Any one know of any good deals coming up?

 

[TyRy]

Just read that Ariels Grotto will be closed during our visit; so thats carnation cafe and Ariels Grotto that will be taken off our dinning reservations

Hi there - I just wondered where you had see this as I'd like to check our dates as well and searching was useless. Just wanted to see if I need to take those off our list as well.

Thanks!

Ty

 

[mommamonster]

I found mention of Ariel's Grotto here:
http://www.wdwinfo.com/disneyland/plan.htm#rehab

 

[Cincycpaw]

Just a FYI - not sure if those dates for Ariel's Grotto are correct still. I saw elsewhere through only May 3rd.

Also, I just booked a lunch reservation for May 4th yesterday, so I hope it's open.

 

[soaringirl]

I found mention of Ariel's Grotto here:
http://www.wdwinfo.com/disneyland/plan.htm#rehab

I suppose we just have to wait... there's nothing on other forums (I did a quick check).

 

[mommamonster]

Just a FYI - not sure if those dates for Ariel's Grotto are correct still. I saw elsewhere through only May 3rd.

Also, I just booked a lunch reservation for May 4th yesterday, so I hope it's open.

Ooh, that's very reassuring! I hope that your reservation stays as it is!

 

[ToodlesRN]

Hi there - I just wondered where you had see this as I'd like to check our dates as well and searching was useless. Just wanted to see if I need to take those off our list as well.

Thanks!

Ty

I found it here then called Disney dinning and was told by a cast member it will be closed during the dates I gave. If you want to check just call and see if it will be open during your visit at the parks.

Just called today to start making our dinning reservations I asked again at Ariels Grotto and this CM said its closed 4/30-5/3 so who knows!! planning on making reservations if we can for the 10 or 11th.

 

[soaringirl]

we are planning on being there May 9-11th however...i jsut found out there are GradNite events on 2 of the 3 days we will be there...how will this affect out trip? hours cut shorter? crowds? It's my BF first trip ever!

Phew! did it, all your dates are in Post #1 There's a post out there about Grad Nites, hope that clarifies your questions!

Ill be there april 30 thru may 5th with my fiance & my almost 2 yr old grandson who we believe is autistic I sure hope it turns out well. Hoping to meet up with cali residents to enter park with as family its getting us park passes but dont want to go. Id hate to be denied @ gate due to not being with someone from so cal

Hi! I'll be there your exact dates! Hope everything goes well for your grandson!

This will be the first trip to DL for both myself and granddaughter, we live on the east coast so we have a 10 day trip planned.

Heading to DL on May 18th, staying at the Grand Californian for 5 nights!

Hi there! First trip, awesome! You'll love the Grand! I also stayed for our 1st family trip at the Grand

I'm visiting Disneyland between May 11th-16th. I'm spending a few weeks touring the West Coast first on a tour, and then going to Hawaii before spending the last few days of my trip at Disneyland. This is my second time, and I'm staying at HOJO. So excited... I cannot wait to see World of Color!

Aloha!! Welcome!! What a great trip!!!

 

[DisneyDreamer40]

First post... Going May 25 - 28 to celebrate my nieces 2nd birthday. She loves Mickey and cannot wait to see her light up for her first Disney trip. To top it off, I will be proposing to my girlfriend in front of the Castle while we are there lol Cannot wait to be back at DL!

 

[soaringirl]

First post... Going May 25 - 28 to celebrate my nieces 2nd birthday. She loves Mickey and cannot wait to see her light up for her first Disney trip. To top it off, I will be proposing to my girlfriend in front of the Castle while we are there lol Cannot wait to be back at DL!

Awwwww!!! that's so nice!! Here's some
for you!!!
I added you to the list.

 

[MorganM]

Can I also get put on the list for May 20-25th staying at the Best Western PPI.

On a side note we are going with an almost 2 year old, anyone else going with a young child and like to meet up and do DCA Flicks Fun Fair? Such a slower pace back there and great for the kiddies. We had so much fun with the little one there last year and cant wait to do it again!

 

[Casey's Mommie]

May is getting closer every day!!! In exactly 2 months, I will be in Disneyland!!! Yay!

 

[TyRy]

I found mention of Ariel's Grotto here:
http://www.wdwinfo.com/disneyland/plan.htm#rehab

Just a FYI - not sure if those dates for Ariel's Grotto are correct still. I saw elsewhere through only May 3rd.

Also, I just booked a lunch reservation for May 4th yesterday, so I hope it's open.

I suppose we just have to wait... there's nothing on other forums (I did a quick check).

I found it here then called Disney dinning and was told by a cast member it will be closed during the dates I gave. If you want to check just call and see if it will be open during your visit at the parks.

Just called today to start making our dinning reservations I asked again at Ariels Grotto and this CM said its closed 4/30-5/3 so who knows!! planning on making reservations if we can for the 10 or 11th.

Thanks everyone!!! I'll be making reservations in about another week, so I guess we'll find out then.

 

[dolphingirl47]

This is creeping up on me. Next week I can make our reservations for our trip.

Corinna