Monorail Drink-A-Thon

[Hixski]

DH and I are in our mid forties. We consider ourselves professionals when it comes to drinking. Meaning we can have a few here and there and be just fine. As opposed to the amateurs. You know the ones I mean. Turned 21 like 5 minutes ago and need to get those 21 shots in. And they never turn invisible. This in no way implies that the younger crowd is like that. Just a few. But then again I have seen some our age who I would still consider amateurs. You know them too......

Anyway we will be in WDW the second week in September. Please let us know if we in any way start acting like amateurs.

 

[wildernesslodgelover]

Welcome Hixsi and pkp! Ooo, I like the sound of "The Epcot Shuffle!" Very nice!

Yay, luvthatduck! You have plenty of time to plan! I am getting happy just thinking about DH and I "adults only" anniversary trip in May, for our 10 year. We are going to dine at V&A's, and since we will be staying at the Poly for the first time ever, we will take full advantage of being on the monorail line.

 

[Gregg]

I have did the "Country Crawl" at Epcot during our Christmas '01 vacation. It was a blast and can be accomplished in one day. For a price each country can give you a sample drink (smaller drink portions and less than regular price). That way you can 'crawl' to each country without literally crawling back to your hotel.

Wow, really? I've never heard of this. Can I just ask at any of the country's bars?

 

[Gregg]

Saturday (10/16), the crowds were crazy at MK. My DH really did not want to be at WDW, anyway. Midday, we needed a break. I made a deal.

We hopped on the monorail and went to the Contemporary's Outer Rim Lounge to have a few beers and watch part of the Auburn Game. (I have no idea who they were playing).

My husband was "tickled pink" the rest of the night and did not complain one bit after that!

Good idea.

Yes, us husbands really aren't that hard to please really.

Usually just a few drinks and access to a football game is all it takes.

 

[Gregg]

fiesta margaritas!

My wife lives for those rainbow margaritas at Mexico in Epcot. She's an elementary school principal, so I believe she's earned the right to kick back once in a while ...

 

[IheartMickey]

Heh heh heh. I'm celebrating my 21st birthday in WDW. This thread is giving me so many ideas. I actually have two nights to celebrate my 21st. The night we get there, the 12th.. but after midnight. So technically it's the 13th and I can be legally served alchol. And then the night of the 13th.

The only thing is we're arriving in the evening on the 12th so we might be a little pooped.

 

[deetman]

define "visibly drunk". Sometimes i become invisible when I drink. Think that would be OK?

Heh heh heh.....

Slightly off Topic, but there's a place (or was, anyway ) at Crossroads in LBV called Jungle Jim's. It's a themey, touristy sort of place; loud, very decorated, BIG, HUGE portions of bar type food, and some CRAZY drinks!!! There's one called, ironically enough, the Jungle Jim. The slogan, on the menu, the wall, and the napkins, is "....after three, you become invisible." So here's the Disney Tie-in (aside from being in LBV). Each night of the week, a different drink was/is on special (in 89/90, it was about $2.75 each, and these are SERIOUSLY big drinks). Therefore, Disney Wages being what they are, it was quite the poplular hangout for after hours Cast. I spend many a night there after work, back in my WDW days. Check it out, if you're into the whole "off property" thing. Jungle Jim's

WLL: Ooooooh!!! You're staying at the Poly? Wow, I'm totally jealous!! Enjoy the tambu lounge for me, will ya??


Scott

 

[Hixski]

We have been to Jungle Jims. We tell people we drank some kind of Jungle Juice in an elephant foot mug. Good thing our rental car knew its way back to our resort.

 

[wildernesslodgelover]

Happy birthday, Iheartmickey!

deetman-I have heard of Jungle Jims, but never been. I never venture from WDW property...well, we did once, went to Universal, HATED IT, so we came back and vowed to never venture off property again! LOL. BUT, for reasonably priced stiff drinks, we could be coaxed...we will have to check it out.

First time staying at the Poly for us! Very excited!

 

[yaksack]

Heh heh heh.....

Slightly off Topic, but there's a place (or was, anyway ) at Crossroads in LBV called Jungle Jim's. It's a themey, touristy sort of place; loud, very decorated, BIG, HUGE portions of bar type food, and some CRAZY drinks!!! There's one called, ironically enough, the Jungle Jim. The slogan, on the menu, the wall, and the napkins, is "....after three, you become invisible." So here's the Disney Tie-in (aside from being in LBV). Each night of the week, a different drink was/is on special (in 89/90, it was about $2.75 each, and these are SERIOUSLY big drinks).

How far is this place from the WL? 15 mins?

 

[SnwflkCts]

wildernesslodgelover -- I will be forced by DH to go to Universal next year (2007) for a couple days (MY BIRTHDAY I INSISTED MUST BE SPENT AT MK!!!). You said you didn't like it ... are there good places to drink so I can forget I have gone to the "dark side?"

.... definately no monorail drink-a-thon there!!! and then we have to drive ALL WAY BACK TO HOME (WDW).

Hey, glad to see how long this LOTW UNITED support group has been here. There's a "beers around the world" thread too ... much newer but very interesting!

... long day ... I think I need a drink

 

[ntsammy5]

Last time I was at the world, we didn't do a monorail drink-a-thon but we did do an Around the World. For those of you who havent heard of the game it's your basic college drinking game where you go from one dorm room to another. Each room has its own specialty drink, and you basically drink yourself around the world or the dorm. This however works EXTREMELY well at Epcot. Two of my friends and I did this, and I should warn you it really needs to be split up into 2 days if you intend on drinking at all the countries or take an entire day to do it, because no one wants their children exposed to the "college atmosphere." However very fun and each country features specialities beers wines and liquors from their homeland

and for reference sake the drinks ranged from $3-6 (this was a year and a half ago) so coming from NYC I think it's really quite reasonable

I thought I was the only one who did this!!! I call it Beers of the World though. Been doing it since 2000. Best deal is the 1/2 yard at UK. You can get it refilled for around $7.00 and you can bring the glass back in another day and pay the refill price. Great Deal!!!!!

 

[vsimeone]

Hi Everyone! I am not officially a member of the LOTW Club but I have lurked on this thread since before our 2004 trip! Someday I hope to be a card carrying member!

Anyway, I can't seem to get the search to work and I have asked on just about every other board I have ever been on and can't seem to find the answer. I'm thinking maybe this might be the place!

A while ago, I read a post from someone about doing the Beers Around the World Tour. The post was complete and detailed directions about how to accomplish this including times to be in each country, which drink to have, where to stop for a snack and what to have all so you could finish the tour in about a 10 hour time period. I thought for sure that I saved it to a Word document so that I could bring it on our upcoming trip. DH and I would love to do this on our "adults only, anniversary trip."

Thanks for any information you can give me that might point me in the right direction! Hopefully, when we return, we can earn our membership cards in the club!

 

[SnwflkCts]

Yeah, the search function seems to be hosed. Haven't been able to make that work lately.

This one is too new to be the one you were talking about. This is the new one I mentioned in a previous post:

Epcot Beers of the World Ride: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1170547

 

[wildernesslodgelover]

Happy Birthday, Snwflkscts! Have you ever been to Universal? You may like it, if you are into "rides" and stuff like that. We are not...DH and I don't really like rollercoasters. I know a lot of people who love US and IOA, so maybe you will, too. The thing is, even my DH, who is NOT a Disney Freakazoid like I am, said there was no "magic" there. There truly is something special about being on WDW property. I haven't quite figured out what it is Disney does that makes me (and a zillion others, apparently) feel that way, but it is the reason I have no desire to go off property while there!

To answer you question...I did not partake in any adult beverages while there, we were only there for one day. I am sure that you will be able to find something good, and if you do, please report back. LOL at "the dark side!"

vsimeone-Make sure to report back when you complete your 10 hour tour! That sounds fun! I am not a beer drinker, so I can't really help!

 

[Latel]

Just wanted to pop in and say Hi from England!
I have been scanning the boards for quite some time but keep fairly quite...that is until I get a drink or two in me!
But I couldn't resist jumping into this thread to say hello seeing as it is based on one of my favourite subjects
I am loving the photos people have posted and I am using ideas from everyone else to make my own drinking list for my Drink Around the World in January.
Keep up the great thread. It has taken me nearly two days to read through it!

 

[robinb]

Slightly off Topic, but there's a place (or was, anyway ) at Crossroads in LBV called Jungle Jim's. It's a themey, touristy sort of place; loud, very decorated, BIG, HUGE portions of bar type food, and some CRAZY drinks!!!

I *love* Jungle Jims! My favorite drink there is the TARANTULA
(Rum, tequila, vodka, gin, sweet & sour, Sprite, pineapple juice, triple sec and grenadine.) and boy does it pack a punch! I also really like their burgers and the fact that you can get them with beef, chicken or veggie. The downside of Jungle Jims v/s a Disney Drink-A-Thon is Disney transportation is not included, LOL! I can drink one Tarantula, but I can't finish a second and still drive.

 

[wildernesslodgelover]

ROBINB! Where ya been, woman? Always good to see you. tarantula, huh? Sounds scary!

Hi Latel! This is an awfully fun thread, isn't it? Can't wait to hear about your January trip! Please report back!

 

[deetman]

Hey Gang!!!

Yep, Robin--the Tarantula is a monster!!! Yum! They're all reasonably tasty, though....plus the whole invisibility thing...

WLL:

It's technically still "on property"--in the Crossroads Shopping center, across from Hotel Plaza Blvd? Where "Goodings" supermarket is? I'm sure you've been by there; maybe just didn't see it.

To be clear: JJ's isn't really a Disney Caliber experience; more like a poor-man's version of Rainforest Cafe--but it is a neat spot with big, STRONG drinks!!

My friend actually finished the Headhunter Burger once---he's a HUGE eater, and was still sick afterwards!

Scott

 

[luvthatduck]

Welcome Hixsi and pkp! Ooo, I like the sound of "The Epcot Shuffle!" Very nice!

Yay, luvthatduck! You have plenty of time to plan! I am getting happy just thinking about DH and I "adults only" anniversary trip in May, for our 10 year. We are going to dine at V&A's, and since we will be staying at the Poly for the first time ever, we will take full advantage of being on the monorail line.

Wow, talk about jealous. Sounds like fun. Our kids are still little so we want to take them to WDW with us every time. But when they get older and go through the inevitable "Disney is not cool" phase, we will go ourselves.