My First Trip Home to SSR, the pain & obstacle in getting there! Complete TR w/Pics!

[KathyRN137]

So much fun looking at all the pics... thanks so much for the time involved in sharing them with us!

Kathy

 

[ANTSS2001]

So much fun looking at all the pics... thanks so much for the time involved in sharing them with us!

Kathy

am glad everyone is enjoying it as much as I was...

 

[Richard Bruvofetc]

Love the night pictures of EPCOT, especially the stars. If only I could fit my tripod in with the luggage.

 

[ANTSS2001]

Love the night pictures of EPCOT, especially the stars. If only I could fit my tripod in with the luggage.

have you ever tried using the portable one/mini one.. this is what I have and it holds both of my camera with no problem... meet Ernie...

I did bring Bert but I basically used it at SSR since it was a bit crowded at the park...

and meet Oscar and His family they are all over the place ... which is a perfect fit with Ernie and my cameras...

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[dreamergirl78]

Timmy!!!
I need more!!!!!!!! It's like a drug or something!

And I must say those tea slushes look sooooo darn good. You know how much I love my tea!!! That is a MUST do in September!!!!

 

[Richard Bruvofetc]

have you ever tried using the portable one/mini one.. this is what I have and it holds both of my camera with no problem... meet Ernie...

Ernie does look impressive for his size. I'll have to see if I can find one of his relations when I visit in October.

 

[ANTSS2001]

Ernie does look impressive for his size. I'll have to see if I can find one of his relations when I visit in October.

I know I have your dates somewhere... but you can make my life easier if you just answer this post .. When in Sept are you going ??? Most Likely I will be back at The World on Sept 11th to the 15th POP for my solo trip then back with the tribe on Sept. 29 to Oct 6th SSR or OKW ... the reason why I ask is because.. I only got Ernie for $20 and thats not even on sale... I can get one for you and can either mail it for you at the Parks or to UK or if our dates overlap I can hand deliver it!!! Your thoughts... just want to share the joy of what Ernie brings everytime I check my album!!!


~timmy

 

[ANTSS2001]

Timmy!!!
I need more!!!!!!!! It's like a drug or something!

And I must say those tea slushes look sooooo darn good. You know how much I love my tea!!! That is a MUST do in September!!!!

well pics for the 18th are all d/l'ed so by the time I get home tonite it will be posted.... just another day of Resort Hopping so those who are planning to check out Port Orleans' French Quarter and Riverside thats whats up for tonight !!! Stay Tune!!!

 

[Tinkerbell_Girl]

Great pics Timmy! I love the pics of Epcot at night! It is so beautiful there!

 

[macraven]

love your report.
especially the "before and after" shots.


how do you carry bert and ernie around?
do you use a back pack?

 

[ANTSS2001]

love your report.
especially the "before and after" shots.


how do you carry bert and ernie around?
do you use a back pack?

If it is only Ernie my cinch sack is good enough....

but if Bert has to tag along Yup... I use a backpack but they are both lite weight

 

[Tinker_]

Also spotted a few Peeps while browsing WS…

Also Tinker Girl from the Budget board… she spotted me and my dsis 1st and of course we need a photo op… if anybody knows her, extend my warmest hello… I have been browsing the BB but cannot find her!!!

YAY!! I am so glad I found this TR! One of my budget board buddies sent me this way! I was kind of kicking myself after we parted ways- we should have done lunch! It was so wonderful to see another Diser! We will have to try to catch you again in Sept!

 

[Poohbear67]

Timmy that was so amazing thank you very much for your detailed report. I think you will be there in Sept. when we get there Hope to see you soon.

Nancy Ann

 

[ANTSS2001]

YAY!! I am so glad I found this TR! One of my budget board buddies sent me this way! I was kind of kicking myself after we parted ways- we should have done lunch! It was so wonderful to see another Diser! We will have to try to catch you again in Sept!

see..see..see I know she exist.. it was not just a (magical) dream!! I did have one sightings!! Thanks you for proving me right !!! Def'ly in Sept... what are your dates ??? And BTW you do have a lovely family!!! My mom was in awe with the picture of your son!!! She even wishes we have one in our tribe

 

[ANTSS2001]

Timmy that was so amazing thank you very much for your detailed report. I think you will be there in Sept. when we get there Hope to see you soon.

Nancy Ann

Yupper!!! the 11th and the 13th... and am bring my own Petals hahahahaa

 

[I Believe In Magic]

I love your trip report, and the pics are great!! Especially the Epcot night ones, they are so beautiful. I can't wait to go back again, we went last month and all I can think about is going back. Thanks for all the work you put into d/l all these pictures, keep them coming!!

Samantha

 

[ANTSS2001]

I love your trip report, and the pics are great!! Especially the Epcot night ones, they are so beautiful. I can't wait to go back again, we went last month and all I can think about is going back. Thanks for all the work you put into d/l all these pictures, keep them coming!!

Samantha

truly understand things like this... I only been back a week at work and so I am still cheery enough to function and thank God for a 2nd trip ( thanks dmom) that we'll be back again in Sept which makes life more bearable... in a couple of hours I will be on my home... so hopefully by 2AM the next installment is in .. thanks for taking the time...

 

[ANTSS2001]

April 18, a day to relax and vegetate…

Woke up 1st thing in the morning and ran to Gooding’s to get some coal to have a BBQ feast at one of the mini pavilion next to the quiet pool . Around 9AM we were ready. I brought the marinated prime rib (it was about 6 big pieces, roughly about 18lbs… marinated it placed in a Tilia Foodsaver bag and freeze it, it survive the flight from PHL to MCO without defrosting!) and boneless skin thighs ( same process with the prime rib). Grab some steamed fresh corn on the cob, 8 pc Nathan hotdogs and potato hotdog roll, soda, chips, Hershey kisses for dessert along with my lime green picnic table cloth and utensils. It was a little bit discouraging at the beginning since all through out my stay at SSR I have not met one Diser . CTDad and CTPrincess of room 2541 did sign my door . So as I was pulling my crate towards the pool side I came across Irene a mousekeeper and cordially invite her to have lunch by the pool side. It was a very calming day. My dsis did all the BBQ’ing while I tend to my projects . Lunch is served! We are going to skip the Peeps by the pool side. And then one Disney Horticulturist look our way smiled and as we wave to him to come along and join us… another one came and another one and another one! So yup it did turn out to be a success!!! Mousekeepers and Ground Horticulturist came and dined with us and it was a marvelous feeling ! There were no pictures taken as per requested so all I have is this:

Time to pack take a quick shower and off to trek to Port Orleans French Quarters and Riverside and Caribbean beach Resort.

Ok… finally got there and was looking for that famous coconut shell postcard mail.. but did not have any luck… All I found was the shirt …

This was taken at the entrance of the resort…

The Old Port Royal… Market Street Food Court…

Outside the old Port Royal adjacent to the Banana Cabana (Poolside Bar)

Was tempted to try the Sunken Treasure for the souvie cup!! Really… here’s the menu of their drinks:


Island Specialty Drinks - Choose from Pina CoLava, Orange Creamsicle, Mango Margarita, Long Island Iced Tea, Poolside Lemonade, Captain's Mai Tai and Sunken Treasure. Souvenir cup included. - $9.50 :

But since we have a lot on our to do list.. I had to pass for that nice Souvie cup!!!

proceed to next post due to picture overload.... again ​

 

[ANTSS2001]

Now we move on to the next resort… Port Orleans French Quarter… it was love at first sight! This is a must stay for me too in the future… as you can see the flags were half risen due to the recent accident in Virginia…

Located at the Lobby/Entrance

As you go towards the courtyard…

This was the best sign for me… it leads you to paradise!!!

Specialty Drinks:
Captain's Mai Tai - Captain Morgan Original Spiced rum, BOLS Amaretto, pineapple juice, lime juice and grenadine. Served in a souvenir cup. - $9.50
Espresso Chiller - Starbucks cream liqueur and Monin Espresso blended with frozen cappuccino and ice cream. Souvenir cup included.
Espresso Freeze - Monin espresso blended with frozen cappuccino and ice cream.
Lava Smoothie - Raspberry puree blended with pina colada mix. - $4.29
Mango Margarita - Patron Silver tequila blended with mango puree. Souvenir cup included.Orange Creamsicle - Monin candied orange blended with ice cream.
Pina Colava - Bacardi Razz rum blended with pina colada mix and raspberry puree. Souvenir cup included.


missed alot of Souvie cups here... thats my new collection the Souvie Cup !!!

Goddess of Fun is calling my name…

Uh Huh!! I think you're cute too!!!

What??? You are mary Poppins in disguise ??? Really ???

the tres caballeros wannabeeeeeesssss!!!

The rooms adjacent to the pool has the pool view or the lake view but even how close it is to a very busy location the place still looks serene…

This is also adjacent to the Ferry Dock!!! Perfect!!!

Going back to the lobby… to the right of this picture is a nice secluded hot tub for 8!!!

And my dsis having a nice chats with one of the CM!!!

And my last pose at POFQ!!!

ready for more... next post please....

 

[Wickedmom75]

Loving all the pics!!!! Next trip I make I am definitely getting an ernie, maybe then I will get some pics with my family. Keep up the good work