****Official May 2012 Thread**** ALMOST TIME TO LEAVE!!

[Figment43]

Just for fun, I'll answer the questions, too!! Ok, ok...I pretty much just love talking about the trip since I can't talk about it with the kids!!

What the hey, I'll answer the questions, too. So excited!

So I take it you are going to surprise your kids? How are you going to do it? I want to surprise my nieces with a trip someday.

What are you Celebrating?
My 28th birthday (it's actually on the 16th, but we got the best deal on going the day after) and my progress at school (going to be a registered nurse).

Are you a pin collector?
Not really into it.

What is your first full day plan?
Nothing concrete, but probably Magic Kingdom in the morning and Epcot at night (evening extra magic hours).

What is your favorite place in WDW to have breakfast?
My room. We usually just have a pop tart or something in the room, but I like to grab a Mickey waffle from Everything Pop once during the trip.

In order, what are you favorite parks to see?
1 being your favorite, 4 being the last one you will visit.
1-MK 2-Epcot 3-DHS 4-AK

Do you have a PTL, PJ, or Pre-Dining Report?
No, but I may do a trip report.

Tell us about your favorite experience with a CM at WDW!
Don't really remember any particular experience, but every time I talk to a CM they are so nice.

What is your favorite snack in all of WDW?
Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Bar

What is the first ride/attraction you will go to in Epcot?
Soarin' (usually Test Track, but it will be closed when we go)

What is your favorite restaurant in DTD?
Cap'n Jack's

What is you favorite viewing place for the following WDW events?:
1. Illuminations 2. Wishes 3. Dream Come True Parade
1. Usually we end up around Italy. 2. Main Street. 3. Don't watch the parades.

What Resort did you pick and why?
Pop Century because it's the first Disney resort we ever stayed at, we like the theme, and it just feels like coming home when we stay there.

What is your #1 Tip for 1st time visitors?
Take any plans you have and rip them up. Just see what you can, enjoy yourself, take breaks, and take time to appreciate the little things such as the detail that goes into the attractions.

Will you drive/fly or take the train to WDW?
I'm driving since I live only 4 hours away, and my dad is flying down from Milwaukee.

 

[mickeystoontown]

Good morning to all my fellow May travelers! For any of you who haven't started reading my pre-trip report, I have great news to share. Our daughter and new son-in-law are joining us on our WDW vacation! They live about 9 1/2 hours from us now that they are married and we don't get to see them as often as we would like. They came home a week ago for a family wedding and we sprung the surprise on them that we would pay for their trip to WDW if they wanted to join us. They were super surprised and graciously took us up on the offer! I can hardly wait for us all to be together again.

If you want to read about our upcoming escapades, just click on the link in my signature below.

 

[LuvLuvLuv]

What are you Celebrating?
My 29th Bday is May 1...
DH's Bday is May 13...
We go in between to celebrate both!

Are you a pin collector?
Yes We don't trade too much, but we buy a lot for our folder!

What is your first full day plan?
No solid plans. Lunch at Via Napoli and Dinner at Fulton's.

What is your favorite place in WDW to have breakfast?
Hollywood and Vine

In order, what are you favorite parks to see?
1 being your favorite, 4 being the last one you will visit.
1-DHS, 2-Tie Between the other 3.

Do you have a PTL, PJ, or Pre-Dining Report?
No, but I will!

Tell us about your favorite experience with a CM at WDW!
Xio who works/worked for the YC IPO really touched my heart in planning our May 2010 trip!

What is your favorite snack in all of WDW?
Milk Chocolate and PB Chip Dipped Pretzel Sticks

What is the first ride/attraction you will go to in Epcot?
Soarin' or Nemo

What is your favorite restaurant in DTD?
Paradiso 37

What is you favorite viewing place for the following WDW events?:
1. Illuminations 2. Wishes 3. Dream Come True Parade
1. The UK area 2. CR-CL or Cali Grill 3. Hub facing Main Street

What Resort did you pick and why?
This time we'll be in the Royal Rooms at POR. We don't stay moderate often, but it is the only one we haven't stayed at, plus the rooms will be brand new. In October we are planning to hit WDW and DL in 10 days, so cutting back to moderate on this trip will help put more $ toward our October trip!


What is your #1 Tip for 1st time visitors?
Familiarize yourself with transportation, parks and hotels. I can't tell you how many times people were on the bus to AKL thinking they were going to to park We also had a couple in the hot tub with us at CR who said they were going to take the boat to the Boardwalk to dinner

Will you drive/fly or take the train to WDW?
Fly

 

[PolyndianPrincessJes]

What the hey, I'll answer the questions, too. So excited!

So I take it you are going to surprise your kids? How are you going to do it? I want to surprise my nieces with a trip someday.

Yes, it's a surprise trip! I tried surprising them on their first trip, but I let the cat out of the bag about five months early. I'm not sure what we're going to do yet. We go the day after we get out of school, so I'm deciding whether or not to tell them that evening or just wait until we get to the airport.


And I didn't realize I'd missed all those questions!! Here are the rest of my answers...

What is your favorite place in WDW to have breakfast?
Crystal Palace for yummy food and getting into MK early or Chef Mickey's for that quintessential Disney character meal. Love the monorail running through!

In order, what are you favorite parks to see?
HS, MK, EP, AK...but I love them all darn near equally!

Do you have a PTL, PJ, or Pre-Dining Report?
I don't. I was planning to do one on our family blog, but my niece has figured out how to get to the blog without help, so I didn't want to ruin the surprise.

Tell us about your favorite experience with a CM at WDW!
Our VIP tour guide was fantastic!! I realize she's paid to cater to us, but I really feel she went above and beyond after speaking with others who've done the tours. Our CL staff at Wilderness Lodge and the Poly on our most recent trip were also wonderful!!

What is your favorite snack in all of WDW?
Don't know if it counts as a snack, but the strawberry soup at 1900 PF is sooooo good!!! If that doesn't count, than a Dole Whip at the Poly to enjoy during Wishes from the beach.

What is the first ride/attraction you will go to in Epcot?
Probably Soarin' for FPs, then maybe over to MS

What is your favorite restaurant in DTD?
We've only ever eaten at McD's (now Pollo Campero) and EoS. Love Earl!!

What is you favorite viewing place for the following WDW events?:
1. Illuminations 2. Wishes 3. Dream Come True Parade
1. We don't stake out a spot, so wherever we can find a space. 2. By the snack cart in the hub, just before Main St. 3. Haven't caught this one yet.

 

[AshtonsMom99]

69 Days and counting, coming on 5/26-6/9

What are you Celebrating?

We are celebrating DH and I belated wedding anniversary

Are you a pin collector?

No not a pin collector as of yet, but plan to.

What is your first full day plan?

The kids want to go to MK the first full day

What Resort did you pick and why?

We are staying at ASMu the first week 5/26-6/2 and then off property for the next couple of days. We chose this resort because we wanted to have that experience of staying on property. This will be our DD 2nd time visiting and she is 15 yrs old and our 19 yr old DD this is her 3rd time.

What is your #1 Tip for 1st time visitors?

The #1 tip for 1st time visitors would be to have as much magical fun as you can.

Will you drive/fly or take the train to WDW?

We are driving from ATL

What are you celebrating?

My 37th Birthday!

Are you a pin collector?

I am not, but my son collects pins and vinyls

What is your first full day plan?

Epcot ALL Day!

What Resort did you pick and why?

We picked Pop Century because we like the themeing and the price! We are notorious cheap - o's


What is your #1 tip for first time visitors?

Remember to have a plan, but also take it all in!

 

[Jessica527]

I love that they questions are making a come back! Would anyone be interested if I continued with "Question of the Day?" ​

 

[AshtonsMom99]

Didn't realize I missed a bunch of questions.....oops,

 

[AshtonsMom99]

I love that they questions are making a come back! Would anyone be interested if I continued with "Question of the Day?" ​

Totally would!!!

 

[Anna114]

I love that they questions are making a come back! Would anyone be interested if I continued with "Question of the Day?" ​

Absolutely

 

[twinkles]

Celebrations:
First full day is our grandsons 4th bday and it's our 27th anniversary and my in laws 50th anniversary, all while we are there...10 of us going!

Pin collector:
No, but perhaps our grandsons can start the tradition.

Resort:
WLV...the grand kids picked this resort

Tip:
Have fun and remember to make time for downtime, pool and relaxing. Your body will thank you!

First day: MK, all day and night

We are flying!

Best breakfast: Boma

Come on May 18!!!!

 

[mickeystoontown]

I love that they questions are making a come back! Would anyone be interested if I continued with "Question of the Day?" ​

Heck ya!

 

[Jonesloonybin]

What if you're worried about heftiness and paleness?

That would be me! I was hoping to lose another 10lbs, but I am just down 2.
We are all so pale and dd16 and I have freckles. We go through a TON of sunblock every summer. I hope all you May'ers are bringing your sunglasses!

 

[mom2clr]

What are you Celebrating?
DD#2 and DBF first time...he has been before with me, but this is the first time he is immersing himself at Disney. DD#2 was in my belly the last time we went.

Are you a pin collector? No

What is your first full day plan?
We have a super early flight so it's going to be a looooong day. Hoping our room is ready when we arrive at POP but if not, plan on eating something and hitting the pool.

What is your favorite place in WDW to have breakfast?
When DD4 and I went alone, I had groceries delivered so we ate in the room. Hoping to do some character breakfasts this time around.

In order, what are you favorite parks to see?
1 being your favorite, 4 being the last one you will visit.
I hit the parks based on best day to visit, but I always end at MK.

What is the first ride/attraction you will go to in Epcot?
We usually go to Character Spot and get the pics out of the way. Then we head over to Nemo.

What is you favorite viewing place for the following WDW events?:
1. Illuminations 2. Wishes 3. Dream Come True Parade
1) Haven't seen in years. 2) Saw it right in front of Castle when I took solo trip July 2010. 3) We always come up when it's starting and just find a hole to fit in.

What Resort did you pick and why?
Pop. Stayed there our last mommy/daughter trip and loved it. Hopefully daddy will too.

What is your #1 Tip for 1st time visitors?
Familiarize yourself with each park. I don't have a minute to minute plan, but do know what I want to do and see.

Will you drive/fly or take the train to WDW?
Flying JetBlue

 

[mickeystoontown]

That would be me! I was hoping to lose another 10lbs, but I am just down 2.
We are all so pale and dd16 and I have freckles. We go through a TON of sunblock every summer. I hope all you May'ers are bringing your sunglasses!

I'm right there with ya! I have a "moon tan" right now and don't see how I could work in any tanning bed time between now and the end of May. I might be able to sneak in a little relaxing in our pool before we go and at least knock the edge off my paleness. As far as the extra weight goes, I need to work on that area as well. I have a pudgy stomach right now and that's not good since our first portion of the vacation will be spent on a cruise and I plan to spend a good bit of that time in my bathing suit.

 

[Jonesloonybin]

I cannot believe I missed these questions. Maybe I already answered, but I don't remember.


What are you Celebrating?
Our anniversary is May 6th, but we are focusing on the girls' birthdays. DD8's is May 20th and since there is no way we would go in July, we are also celebrating DD16's. Her's is July 8th!

Are you a pin collector?
I got the girls some pins to start with. This will be our first time. Last year they got a few vinylmations.

What is your first full day plan?
Epcot! We get there early!! Soarin is a must, rides, strolling the world showcase, ADR at Chefs de France for lunch.

What is your favorite place in WDW to have breakfast?
I would have to say Crystal Palace. Early entrance just makes it all so magical.

In order, what are you favorite parks to see?
1 being your favorite, 4 being the last one you will visit.
#1 Epcot...#2 Magic Kingdom...#3 Animal Kingdom (even though we will be visiting DHS before AK)...#4 Hollywood studios

Do you have a PTR, PJ, or Pre-Dining Report? !
Yes I do. See my signature!

Tell us about your favorite experience with a CM at WDW!
We didn't have a specific experience. It was all magical!

What is your favorite snack in all of WDW?
Wow, this is a hard one. Cinnamon rolls from Main Street Bakery, Dole Whips, Chocolate Mousse from the France Bakery.

What is the first ride/attraction you will go to in Epcot?
Soarin

What is your favorite restaurant in DTD?
We have only tried Wolfgang Puck Cafe and Earl of Sandwich...Earl of Sandwich was our favorite.

What is you favorite viewing place for the following WDW events?:
We have not watched any parade. We have only done Wishes from the Poly Beach (next time we will watch from the park) and we watched Illuminations from Rose and Crown.

What Resort did you pick and why?
Pop Century. My youngest dd loved it and we would rather stay longer at Pop then go less days, but stay at a mod or deluxe.


What is your #1 Tip for 1st time visitors?
RESEARCH!!! Since this is only our 2nd visit, I don't know what I would say.

Will you drive/fly or take the train to WDW?
Drive. I would love to take the train sometime. We have to have a car since we do not use the buses.

 

[Jonesloonybin]

I love that they questions are making a come back! Would anyone be interested if I continued with "Question of the Day?" ​

Me!!! I think that would be a great idea!

 

[Elleshoodat]

These are fun, and such a great way to count down (we are 44 days away!). Please keep them coming.

What are you celebrating?
DS' first visit, my 32nd birthday, and the wonderful father and husband that is DH.

Are you a pin collector? Nope.

What is your first full day plan?
Our first day will be driving up to the World, settling into the resort and heading to the Poly for a mini portrait session. Our first FULL day is Epcot for the Flower & Garden Festival.

What is your favorite place in WDW to have breakfast?
Main Street Bakery ... for the cinnamon roll!

In order, what are you favorite parks to see? (1 being your favorite, 4 being the last one you will visit)
1. Magic Kingdom
2. Epcot
3. Animal Kingdom
4. Hollywood Studios <-- We aren't even going there this trip.

What is the first ride/attraction you will go to in Epcot?
Probably Soarin' ... or at least the Soarin' FastPass machine.

What is you favorite viewing place for the following WDW events?
1. Illuminations - Across from America
2. Wishes - The top of the train station
3. Dream Come True Parade - Frontierland, I think. It's been awhile...

What resort did you pick and why?
CSR. It's the only moderate we haven't stayed at, and we love the look of it.

What is your #1 tip for first-time visitors?
You aren't going to see and do it all, so set some must-dos for each park and work toward checking those off your list.

Will you drive, fly or take the train to WDW?
Drive ... we live about two hours away.

 

[redshoepaul]

What are you celebrating?
My birthday and my girlfriend and I's 2nd big trip together.

Are you a pin collector? No.

What is your first full day plan?
Meeting up with my CM friend and eating, relaxing then Disney Quest for the night.

What is your favorite place in WDW to have breakfast?
My hotel room.

In order, what are you favorite parks to see? (1 being your favorite, 4 being the last one you will visit)
1. MGM
2. Animal Kingdom
3. Magic Kingdom
4. Epcot

What is the first ride/attraction you will go to in Epcot?
Club Cool

What is you favorite viewing place for the following WDW events?
Events? I don't have time for those.

What resort did you pick and why?
Pop Century. We picked this because we didn't want to wait for Art of Animations opening.

What is your #1 tip for first-time visitors?
Stay at the Pop Century. Ride Expedition Everest. Get fat at T-Rex at Downtown Disney.

Will you drive, fly or take the train to WDW?
Fly. We're from Boston.

 

[Kat in GA]

Hello!! We (me, DH, DD14, DD11 and my mom) are going May 24 - June 5 and we are staying in the new Royal Rooms at POR. I can't wait!

Has anyone started a facebook page for people going during this time? I am in one from my trip last October and it's been great keeping up with everyone. (Maybe I should just create it already!!)

I love the question of the day - so here's my catch up:

What are you celebrating?
Both of my girls have just "graduated." My youngest from elementary school and my oldest from middle school. My oldest is also now in her last year of homeschooling before she'll go to public school for the first time for high school!

Are you a pin collector? No but my girls are. It leads to many many stops throughout the day!

What is your first full day plan?
I think that we'll be at Magic Kingdom. Not sure how that worked out as it is my girls' least favorite park (I know, blasphemy!). We are also having lunch at LTT for the first time.

What is your favorite place in WDW to have breakfast?
The Crystal Palace. That puffed cinnamon french toast - I dream of it!

In order, what are you favorite parks to see? (1 being your favorite, 4 being the last one you will visit)
1. Epcot
2. Hollywood studios
3. Animal Kingdom
4. Magic Kingdom

What is the first ride/attraction you will go to in Epcot?
Soarin' for fast passes

What is you favorite viewing place for the following WDW events?:
1. Illuminations - on the patio at Rose and Crown
2. Wishes - the Hub
3. Dream Come True Parade - ummm...getting my girls to stop for parades is a challenge - I am not sure we've seen this one!

What resort did you pick and why?
We are staying at POR in a Royal Room. I am a Disney Travel agent, so, it's work - and so that I can experience the Royal room which will be new to me.

What is your #1 tip for first-time visitors?
Fist thing - use a Disney travel agent Second - be at the parks BEFORE they open!

Will you drive, fly or take the train to WDW?
Drive - we live just outside of Atlanta

Looking forward to getting to know people - and would LOVE to do a DIS meet!

 

[Kat in GA]

Okay - I created a facebook page for our group!

IF you'd like to join with me -

http://www.facebook.com/groups/295705840501158/

or look for DIS'er May 2012 Trips

Looking forward to chatting with y'all soon!