I'm starting a pre-trip report to spare my DH from my planning obsession! This is the third time since my almost-9 y/o DD was born that I've planned another trip, and the FIRST time that we're actually booked and GOING!
I'm (selfishly) desperate for feedback on the itinerary for our trip, and also happy to help anyone's planning as best i can!
This trip has morphed into a 3-generation journey.
First, my DH and I (in our early 40's) were taking our 3 kiddos. They are winter babies, all about to turn 14 (DS1), 12 (DS2), and 9 (DD).
Then, we learned that DH's parents - who are in their 60's and live about 10 minutes away from us - were also desperate to figure out what to get these kids for xmas and birthdays... SO we asked if they'd like to go in on the trip with us! We will also be including my sister-in-law, who is in her late 30's and has some disabilities. She and my mother-in-law will be somewhat limited on the attractions they can ride.
Our history with Disney is rather limited compared to many here, but I'm certainly experienced with research and resources!
I've been once at age 12 (remember MGM Studios and the Backlot Tour with the Golden Girls house!!??); another couple times for work conferences (the last time just this October); and in September 2010 with this same crew (DD in my tummy).
By combining our parent/grandparent forces, we are lucky enough to be staying in a 2-bedroom villa at AKL Kidani.
Last trip, we stayed in a 2-br villa at Beach Club. So, as amazing as AKL is, from what i have read, i'm already missing the easy walk into Epcot from BC...
We are flying in from Maryland on Friday Feb 28. Staying that one night at Coronado Spring. Saturday Feb 29, we move to AKL. That's also the day our DDP starts. We have park hopper tickets Sat Feb 29 - Thursday March 5, when we fly home.
When i can figure out how to do it, i'll link my spreadsheet for review and feedback, which i would SO appreciate!!
More to come!
I'm (selfishly) desperate for feedback on the itinerary for our trip, and also happy to help anyone's planning as best i can!
This trip has morphed into a 3-generation journey.
First, my DH and I (in our early 40's) were taking our 3 kiddos. They are winter babies, all about to turn 14 (DS1), 12 (DS2), and 9 (DD).
Then, we learned that DH's parents - who are in their 60's and live about 10 minutes away from us - were also desperate to figure out what to get these kids for xmas and birthdays... SO we asked if they'd like to go in on the trip with us! We will also be including my sister-in-law, who is in her late 30's and has some disabilities. She and my mother-in-law will be somewhat limited on the attractions they can ride.
Our history with Disney is rather limited compared to many here, but I'm certainly experienced with research and resources!
I've been once at age 12 (remember MGM Studios and the Backlot Tour with the Golden Girls house!!??); another couple times for work conferences (the last time just this October); and in September 2010 with this same crew (DD in my tummy).
By combining our parent/grandparent forces, we are lucky enough to be staying in a 2-bedroom villa at AKL Kidani.
Last trip, we stayed in a 2-br villa at Beach Club. So, as amazing as AKL is, from what i have read, i'm already missing the easy walk into Epcot from BC...
We are flying in from Maryland on Friday Feb 28. Staying that one night at Coronado Spring. Saturday Feb 29, we move to AKL. That's also the day our DDP starts. We have park hopper tickets Sat Feb 29 - Thursday March 5, when we fly home.
When i can figure out how to do it, i'll link my spreadsheet for review and feedback, which i would SO appreciate!!
More to come!
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