PART FIVE!! *December 2012 Roll Call* Holidays, FLE & MVMCP!! A very, merry thread!

[Tltorrez]

May I have some opinions on some last minute schedule rearranging?

My mom has been hinting a bit that she'd like to go to Animal Kingdom, so I'm trying to rearrange things to make that possible. I'd also like to spend a good long while at the Osborne lights, and was thinking I'd split HS into two visits - one for the lights, and another for Fantasmic. So, it now looks like this. Any opinions would be appreciated!

Mon, Dec 10: Arrive at 2:30 at MCO. Head to MK to see the Main Street Electrical Parade and Fireworks. Ride Haunted Mansion and call it a night.

Tue, Dec 11: Chef Mickey's for Breakfast. Magic Kingdom, then head to Kona at 7:15 for dinner. Take the monorail around to see decorations etc.

Wed, Dec 12: The original plan was to do HS all day, with lunch at Sci-Fi, then hit Fantasmic and Osborne lights. I still kind of like this plan. Revised plan is the morning at AK, then to HS for dinner at Sci-Fi at 6:00, then do Osborne lights.

Thurs, Dec 13: All day at Epcot. La Cellier at 6:15, Illuminations.

Fri, Dec 14: Magic Kingdom in the morning. Lunch at Liberty Tavern at 12:15. HS in the evening, with Fantasmic being the last thing we do.

My only concern is if Fantasmic gets rained out, it's one of the things my mom specifically wants to to (that and Sci-Fi).

Thoughts?

Edit: Alternately, on Tuesday we could do half a day at MK, then bounce over to HS in the evening.

I did the same thing - split Osborne and Fantasmic. we're going to do Osborne on one if our Epcot days since its so easy to walk over and come back. i think, rainouts aren't too likely.

 

[Tltorrez]

I don't suppose there is any chance of them adding one at this point though.

Sadly, no.

 

[Valgoof]

Are you ready to go, Terri??

 

[QueenElinor]

Yes. Go to https://fastpassplus.disney.go.com/Home.aspx and click on change. Then the MK and DHS choices pop up. Click the one you want to change. Then I believe it's at the top of the next screen the first choice is "change attraction", the second choice is "change time". Click on the one that is applicable then the rest is self explanatory.

I wonder if it would be possible to do FP+ for Toy Story during the EMH and then get over to EPCOT by the time it opens? Although, there probably isn't a TSM FP+left at that time of day. I'm trying to make those DHS FP+ work for us, but it just isn't happening. It's really silly to be disappointed about it, too, because I was perfectly happy with my plan BEFORE they released the FP+. But now, of course, I'm not.

 

[Tltorrez]

I read somewhere that people walk about 8 miles a day at WDW. So that's 800 calories! Or about two of those luscious-looking cupcakes .

I have a question for anyone with FP+... is it possible to change with my FP+ ressies without losing the ones I have? They're not bad, but it's the nature of a DISer to adjust, fine-tune or just plain tinker with the plans.....

I messed with mine, you reach a point where it will tell you it's going to replace the old ones. You can just cancel out. Also once you have the reserved times you can look at alternate times for each individual ride without changing all of them.

 

[Tltorrez]

I can send you my packlist. It has some very odd things on it, like bubble wrap and fennel. (j/k)
..

Well, mine had a rolling pin.

Why fennel?

 

[Tltorrez]

Apparently DH really wants to go, so no solo trip for me. He asked tonight if the trip could be moved back to January, if his vacation gets messed up for December. So of course, I have been investigating January for the last hour. Those 2's and 3's are looking better than the 7's and 8's I have now. I didnt look for any ADRs yet. He said he would pin the boss down tomorrow and get some answers. We'll see.

It still seems ridiculous to me that an employer would even consider making you guys cancel at this point. I know, sometimes it's hard to push back with an employer but there has to be a line somewhere.

 

[Tltorrez]

Are you ready to go, Terri??

Yep! Dropped the luggage off at MILs around 3:30. Just finished packing the carryons and cameras.

There's only two things left on my list - cleaning the kitchen and ... Remember that garland where I was adding little Mickey Heads? The one I said I would most likely be finishing the night before? Yeah, that.

Still haven't totally decided what to do with that.

 

[Tltorrez]

I wonder if it would be possible to do FP+ for Toy Story during the EMH and then get over to EPCOT by the time it opens? Although, there probably isn't a TSM FP+left at that time of day. I'm trying to make those DHS FP+ work for us, but it just isn't happening. It's really silly to be disappointed about it, too, because I was perfectly happy with my plan BEFORE they released the FP+. But now, of course, I'm not.

If you're going at RD you don't need FP. Just go straight there and ride. Or pull a regular FP, ride and then ride again.

 

[Valgoof]

It still seems ridiculous to me that an employer would even consider making you guys cancel at this point. I know, sometimes it's hard to push back with an employer but there has to be a line somewhere.

I still dont think they will. DH is just so incredibly non-confrontational that he hasnt even asked the questions yet. So frustrating! But January is a better back up plan than next November.

Yep! Dropped the luggage off at MILs around 3:30. Just finished packing the carryons and cameras.

There's only two things left on my list - cleaning the kitchen and ... Remember that garland where I was adding little Mickey Heads? The one I said I would most likely be finishing the night before? Yeah, that.

Still haven't totally decided what to do with that.

Lol. That darn garland. Well, you wouldnt be able to sleep tonight anyway.

 

[Tltorrez]

I still dont think they will. DH is just so incredibly non-confrontational that he hasnt even asked the questions yet. So frustrating! But January is a better back up plan than next November.

Lol. That darn garland. Well, you wouldnt be able to sleep tonight anyway.

I love going in late January. You can literally walk on to everything but a handful of rides.

Totally true!

 

[PrincessAurora27]

Have they already declared you the winner?

The winner is announce 12/20. The day after I'm back in the office. Just enough time to off load my data. Winner gets a $50 Amazon GC.

Smart girl! Memo to self.....pack plasticware and a few ziplock baggies, or better yet, a few cheap/flattish plastic containers for leftovers! I will probably have a few cupcakes in those glorious crushproof containers

I should put a few in too. Just in case. We have a bunch of nice ones that come from the Persian restaurant, that I throw in the dish washer and reuse.

Well, mine had a rolling pin.

Why fennel?

Is it the rolling pin on the Dis Store site? That's gorgeous!!

I'm out of crystallized ginger and won't get to Trader Joe's to get more before we leave. Fennel is good with upset stomachs from eating too much, or even nausea from a ride. It won't fix everything but I'd rather try that before I take a compazine. I'm hoping I have a bag of ginger chews hidden in the snack basket in the kitchen.

Hopefully you get the garland done tonight!

I still dont think they will. DH is just so incredibly non-confrontational that he hasnt even asked the questions yet. So frustrating! But January is a better back up plan than next November.

Lol. That darn garland. Well, you wouldnt be able to sleep tonight anyway.

Gah!! This would be KILLING me! But I'm non-confrontational too. I hated even asking for the time off (that I earned) to go. I haven't been in this job very long and I felt bad for already taking time off.

 

[PrincessAurora27]

Does anyone know if I can buy the Mickey Head plates anywhere? The ones that you can use the ears to separate your food? I love them from what I've seen in pics and I'm really picky about my foods touching..

 

[QueenElinor]

If you're going at RD you don't need FP. Just go straight there and ride. Or pull a regular FP, ride and then ride again.

I think I might just do that, it might be a little less crowded than the day we had planned to got to DHS. Should still have time to get over to EPCOT, especially if we only ride it once.

After looking at the FP+ that we had, the only change I made was making mine into Buzz while they ride Space Mountain. I think the family will like doing the new Belle and Ariel attractions once, since they're new and have very good special effects. The boys will complain but they'll like it in the end.

Without the FP+ we would never have seen those two, I'm really happy to have that test program surface again!

Hope you have a great time on your trip!

 

[tofubeast]

Yep! Dropped the luggage off at MILs around 3:30. Just finished packing the carryons and cameras.

There's only two things left on my list - cleaning the kitchen and ... Remember that garland where I was adding little Mickey Heads? The one I said I would most likely be finishing the night before? Yeah, that.

Still haven't totally decided what to do with that.

Gives you something to do tonight when you are feeling restless. Your room is going to be more festive than MVMCP!

It still seems ridiculous to me that an employer would even consider making you guys cancel at this point. I know, sometimes it's hard to push back with an employer but there has to be a line somewhere.

Valgoof--- I 100% concur w/ the sentiments above!

 

[tofubeast]

It really does seem so surreal to me that this trip really is going to happen. Of course, we've all been planning for months and months but when it's so far away it just doesn't seem real. Hearing people packing their car and going to the airport.... and reporting from the parks with food porn.....it's really hit me!

Just laughing because the very next post after this was of food porn, DisneyDreamerMN's cupcake. hahah

 

[ksromack]

Apparently DH really wants to go, so no solo trip for me. He asked tonight if the trip could be moved back to January, if his vacation gets messed up for December. So of course, I have been investigating January for the last hour. Those 2's and 3's are looking better than the 7's and 8's I have now. I didnt look for any ADRs yet. He said he would pin the boss down tomorrow and get some answers. We'll see.

I hope it all works out.......for this month! It does sound like dh really wants to go.....my hubby was just researching Boardwalk for the next trip? I'm going to lay low and bring it up if there's a bounce back? Would love to go next October.

 

[1stvisit0909]

I read somewhere that people walk about 8 miles a day at WDW. So that's 800 calories! Or about two of those luscious-looking cupcakes .

I have a question for anyone with FP+... is it possible to change with my FP+ ressies without losing the ones I have? They're not bad, but it's the nature of a DISer to adjust, fine-tune or just plain tinker with the plans.....

I believe it. My DH and I toured the French quarter in NOLA on foot for near 12 hours, hoofed it 16 miles according to my pedometer.

 

[ksromack]

I wonder if it would be possible to do FP+ for Toy Story during the EMH and then get over to EPCOT by the time it opens? Although, there probably isn't a TSM FP+left at that time of day. I'm trying to make those DHS FP+ work for us, but it just isn't happening. It's really silly to be disappointed about it, too, because I was perfectly happy with my plan BEFORE they released the FP+. But now, of course, I'm not.

What day are you looking at? My DHS FP+ has TSM at 9:05 although that's an early EMH at DHS. We're going to try and get to TSM at RD, then ride again with the FP+

 

[ksromack]

Yep! Dropped the luggage off at MILs around 3:30. Just finished packing the carryons and cameras.

There's only two things left on my list - cleaning the kitchen and ... Remember that garland where I was adding little Mickey Heads? The one I said I would most likely be finishing the night before? Yeah, that.

Still haven't totally decided what to do with that.

Do you pack your cameras in a carry on suitcase? I think I'll pack my big one in my Case Logic case and throw it in our empty carry on....along with my laptop and laptop case. I won't need to get into either one while on the plane. I do like to take pictures from the airplane window but I'll use my small camera for that and throw it in my purse.

Your garland! I need to see a picture of that. I had good intentions but never got around to making one.....I think I have some greenery around here that isn't being used currently. I could add some Mickey Heads to that but then I'm not sure where I'd put it. We're in a moderate resort and I've never been to POR before. I am bringing a strand of lights and some 3M Command hooks for the window (although we could very likely have a corner room in which case I'll have to stretch the lights)....

I should put a few in too. Just in case. We have a bunch of nice ones that come from the Persian restaurant, that I throw in the dish washer and reuse.

Is it the rolling pin on the Dis Store site? That's gorgeous!!

I'm out of crystallized ginger and won't get to Trader Joe's to get more before we leave. Fennel is good with upset stomachs from eating too much, or even nausea from a ride. It won't fix everything but I'd rather try that before I take a compazine. I'm hoping I have a bag of ginger chews hidden in the snack basket in the kitchen.

I do the same thing with our chinese take-out containers. They are great for leftovers. I already have them in a big plastic bag on top of one of the suitcases. I also found some cute MM light-up necklaces at Walgreen's. I have 2 of those for our MVMCP

So what does the crystalized ginger do? i have a little bit in a clear baggie for a cookie recipe. I don't care for the taste of fennel at all....but I do have Simethicone and Tums already packed.

Just laughing because the very next post after this was of food porn, DisneyDreamerMN's cupcake. hahah

I know....right?