Poop Bandits & Lizard Porn! Our May '09 Adventure!!! New Poll: Where to stay next??

[my2disneyboys]

I like that idea about the beach club - renting from a DCV for a better rate. We don't know what to choose for the next trip. GF, BC or Poly! What would you think???

Picture of Emily with Pluto and Mickey is so cute!! I love that she is holding their hands. I also cant believe you saw Pinocchio. We looked everywhere for that boy!!

I remember reading that you guys sat up front on Twitter. I was so excited for you guys... we had just done the night before I think, and it was so cool!

Great picture and great update!!!

 

[chicagoshannon]

Great update! I love the pic of Emily in her 3D glasses!

We didn't step foot in the confectionary this trip. DO they still make fudge there? Did they move it? I thought it used to be right next to the bakery but it wasn't. lol My memory is probably just off.

 

[wlwilliams9]

I like that idea about the beach club - renting from a DCV for a better rate. We don't know what to choose for the next trip. GF, BC or Poly! What would you think???

Picture of Emily with Pluto and Mickey is so cute!! I love that she is holding their hands. I also cant believe you saw Pinocchio. We looked everywhere for that boy!!

I remember reading that you guys sat up front on Twitter. I was so excited for you guys... we had just done the night before I think, and it was so cool!

Great picture and great update!!!

It's been 20 years since we stayed at the GF, I was 14! I really don't remember to much of it, but the BC and the Poly are both great choices. I loved the BC because of the pool, beach, brightness, location, price and smell! Yes the BC has a great smell! I also loved the Poly for it's location, room size, beach & grounds and restaurants. I wouldn't stay there without a discount though, garden view rooms rack rate is $505 a night...OUCH!! We were fortunate to take advantage of the 4/3 & spring discount deals for our stay. Oh and the pool was small and usually pretty crowded. Which ever you choose, I'm sure you'll love it and then you can stay at the other place the next year!!

We saw Pinocchio up near the Emporium at the front of the park!

Great update! I love the pic of Emily in her 3D glasses!

We didn't step foot in the confectionary this trip. DO they still make fudge there? Did they move it? I thought it used to be right next to the bakery but it wasn't. lol My memory is probably just off.

Yes, they still make fudge, yum, and it is still in the same location. Right on the corner of the loop in front of the train station and Main Street!

 

[ScotsMinnie]

I love the pic of Emily in her glasses - very cute!

The thought of that fudge makes my mouth water!

You did good to get round Fantasyland in such a short space of time. We have never managed to do Dumbo as the lines are always so long. Maybe this time.....

 

[MagicShell]

I just found your report. Your Chef Mickey breakfast sounded like fun. I really want to do that one day. I am glad your little girl enjoyed the characters. That is one of my favorite parts of a trip. My son is scared of a lot of things, but he has always loved Disney characters.

 

[tinkerbell3747]

I love the pic of Emily in her glasses - very cute!

The thought of that fudge makes my mouth water!

You did good to get round Fantasyland in such a short space of time. We have never managed to do Dumbo as the lines are always so long. Maybe this time.....

If you are planning a Character Breakfast for your next trip at either CRT or CP that would really help...otherwise head to the castle for rope drop we normally can do Dumbo with less than 10 mins wait....making rope drop is very important otherwise I tend to see the lines at around 30 -60 mins wait time most of the day. Also try riding during wishes or immediatly after wishes or a parade....the lines get a little shorter then as well... Defiantly IMO one of if not the MOST magical rides for me and my family. I hope you get to try it on your next trip.

 

[wlwilliams9]

I love the pic of Emily in her glasses - very cute!

The thought of that fudge makes my mouth water!

You did good to get round Fantasyland in such a short space of time. We have never managed to do Dumbo as the lines are always so long. Maybe this time.....

We cruised through Fantasyland pretty much every day we were there. The longest waits we for Peter Pan and Winnie the Pooh, but we used FP for those. I think Dumbo needs a FP! I can't believe you have never been on Dumbo! You must do it next time! We rode it 3 times this trip! I think the longest wait was 15 minutes. One night, we walked right on, I couldn't believe it! It is best to get there 1st thing or wait until the end of the night on an EMH night!

I just found your report. Your Chef Mickey breakfast sounded like fun. I really want to do that one day. I am glad your little girl enjoyed the characters. That is one of my favorite parts of a trip. My son is scared of a lot of things, but he has always loved Disney characters.

We loved Chef Mickey's and would definitely do it again. It was one of our best breakfasts!

If you are planning a Character Breakfast for your next trip at either CRT or CP that would really help...otherwise head to the castle for rope drop we normally can do Dumbo with less than 10 mins wait....making rope drop is very important otherwise I tend to see the lines at around 30 -60 mins wait time most of the day. Also try riding during wishes or immediatly after wishes or a parade....the lines get a little shorter then as well... Defiantly IMO one of if not the MOST magical rides for me and my family. I hope you get to try it on your next trip.

Great tips! We did both of those breakfasts this trip and enjoyed being in the parks early and nearly empty!

 

[stace1214]

I'm loving your trip report! My husband and I decided our next trip won't be until our baby-to-be is about 2 1/2.... being that this will be our first child, we're not sure what to expect from a little one that age....I know all kids are different, but it's so nice to see all of the fun we'll be in for in a few years!

 

[tinkerbell3747]

I'm loving your trip report! My husband and I decided our next trip won't be until our baby-to-be is about 2 1/2.... being that this will be our first child, we're not sure what to expect from a little one that age....I know all kids are different, but it's so nice to see all of the fun we'll be in for in a few years!

Aww....it will be even more magical for you everytime you take your little one to the world......

There is lots of planning time for you...by the time your ready to go you'll be a well organized MOM!!! Congratulations!

 

[wlwilliams9]

I'm loving your trip report! My husband and I decided our next trip won't be until our baby-to-be is about 2 1/2.... being that this will be our first child, we're not sure what to expect from a little one that age....I know all kids are different, but it's so nice to see all of the fun we'll be in for in a few years!

Congrats on the baby! We took Emily for the first time at 10 months and it was fantastic and easy! I think as she has gotten older, it's gotten to be more fun, but more work! You will have a blast no matter what age you take your little one!

 

[floydfamily4]

Ahh, finally Emily gave me the computer back! She's been creating Pixies on the Pixie Hollow site forever!!

Overall, the food was decent, but the restaurant was LOUD. It was hard to hear Mike sitting across from me. We're glad we experienced it, but I think we'll stick with Earl of Sandwich!! We rate T-Rex

Thanks for the review of TRex. I think my ds would really love it. Would you say its louder than the Rainforest Cafe?

 

[wlwilliams9]

After a cooling swim and a nap for Emily, we got ready and headed to the Yacht Club for our dinner at the Yachtsman Steakhouse! We were meeting up with Kara (kgle) and her son Rylan! We had to wait about 20 minutes for our table so the kiddos ran around the halls of the YC while we waited.

We were finally seated and Emily took our pictures!

Sorry Kara, I couldn't resist!!


Anyway, on to the food!

Mike ordered his first bottle of wine for he and Kara to share. I think she had a little and Mike drank the rest! He was feeling pretty good after dinner!

Our attentive waitress brought over some bread and roasted garlic...YUM!

Next up was the appetizers! I forgot to take pictures before we started eating them!
Mike ordered the Assortment of Artisanal Cheeses - Saint Andre, Beemster X0, Robiola, Fourme d'Ambert, accompanied with Toasted Multigrain Baguette. He loved every bite. The cheese he didn't think he liked ended up being his favorite!

I ordered the Seared Maine Diver Scallops with Diamond white cheddar risotto and aged sherry vinaigrette and they were delicous. I love scallops! Sorry! There was only a half of one left before I remembered to take the picture!!

For an entree, Mike tried to conquer the Porterhouse - 24 oz. Center Cut Porterhouse with fresh cut fries and Roasted Garlic Butter

He tried hard, but couldn't eat the whole thing! I told him that was fine, I don't think you get a t-shirt and your picture on the wall at the Yachtsman for eating the whole thing!

Kara and I both ordered the Yachtsman Filet Mignon - 8-ounce Filet with Mashed Potatoes and a Red Wine Sauce...DROOL!!

This was the best steak I have ever had! The Yachtsman Steakhouse has the best steaks on property. Even the filet at the California Grill is overshadowed by the Yachtsman!

For dessert, Mike had the Creme Brulee with fresh berries and rolled chocolate. I didn't take a picture for some reason! I think he may have eaten it all before I remembered! Mike liked the Creme Brulee, but said it was just the same ol Creme Brulee you can get anywhere.

I had the The Yachtsman Sundae[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]-- trio of gelato with amarena cherries. [/FONT]

Again, I forgot to take the pic until I was almost finished!! The gelato was super creamy and very good! We were served chocolate, vanilla and strawberry. Emily and I scarfed this down! It was nice and light, the perfect ending to a huge steak!


Overall, we really enjoyed our dinner at the Yachtsman! Like I said, they have the best steaks! My filet melted in my mouth and it was grillled perfectly! Our waitress was extremely attentive and did a great job! We would definitely eat at the Yachtsman again and rate it !!


Up Next: Day 3 - May 9, 2009...Epcot & Spirit of Aloha

 

[3princesses+aprince]

I'm finally here. Great report!!!! Emily is so pretty!!! Looks like you guys had a lot of fun. Oh, the pictures of the castle...... I'm already thinking about my next trip!!!!!!!!

 

[autumnpalm]

Mmmmm I love the Yachtsman photos! That food looks delicious. We considered eating there one night but ended up skipping it because it's so $$$ without the dining plan. At least I kind of got to experience it through you!

And I have to say, every time I see a photo of you I can't help but think how young you look! Seriously, you look like you could be in your 20s.

 

[wlwilliams9]

I'm finally here. Great report!!!! Emily is so pretty!!! Looks like you guys had a lot of fun. Oh, the pictures of the castle...... I'm already thinking about my next trip!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the comments about Emily! She is a cutie....sometimes!! I'm already thinking of our next vacation too!!

Mmmmm I love the Yachtsman photos! That food looks delicious. We considered eating there one night but ended up skipping it because it's so $$$ without the dining plan. At least I kind of got to experience it through you!

And I have to say, every time I see a photo of you I can't help but think how young you look! Seriously, you look like you could be in your 20s.

The Yachtsman was delicious!

Thanks for saying those nice things about me! I feel like I'm still in my 20's although I was a LOT thinner then!! I'm young at heart!!

 

[racefanof88]

Emily IS A CUTIE!!!!!!!!!!!! So far it sounds like you had a blast. I won't give the secret away . I wish we could have met up.

 

[chicagoshannon]

Emily takes GREAT pictures! That food looks yummy. I don't think I"ll get Eric to go there though. *sigh*

 

[mom2mek]

Great update! THe Yachtsman looks delicious! I will have to add it to the list for next time - that steak your husband has looks right up my husband's alley! How did you find the transportation between the Poly and the resorts to be?

Sara

 

[nu2wdisneyw]

Hey Wendy!
I missed a couple a days and I had to catch up from pg.2!! Loved the room at Poly...I want to stay there for our trip next year. T-Rex seems like fun, my boys may enjoy it but you make me nervous about the food! LOL! Loved the sundaes...I definitely need to add that to the list of to-dos for DTD. Emily was so cute with the characters at Chef Mickeys!! That is on my lists of ADR's for our trip in august! Looks like a great ending to you MK day. I can't wait to read about the suspense with the room!!

 

[leamom2princesses]

Hi Wendy! I'm in but need to go back and catch up...