Recreating Memories- Surprise Mother & daughter trip

[princess&her4princes]

9/15 Epcot day

Quick breakfast at Everything POP, head to bus stop 8:30

9 a.m Epcot
(Dont think I can push Mom and Jodi to get there any earlier, are there opening ceremonies at Epcot?)

Head right to Soarin' for FP pick up (this was my FAV last trip, Mom and Jodi have never tried, I can't wait to see what they think!)

Test Track (I have NEVER been on this before!)

12:30-1 p.m lunch at Tangerine Cafe

3 p.m head back to POP to relax by the pool, have a drink and freshen up for dinner

7:15 O'hanas

9:30 fireworks from Poly beach from MNSSHP

Our plans are pretty loose, which is not like me, with the kids I feel like we need a lot more structure....do you guys think we need more even as adults to make sure we see everything? Or do you think we can play it by ear and get things done in Epcot pretty easily? This day we're not planning on doing WS, we have another day here, so we'll do that another day. Any thoughts are appreciated!!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

Your plans look terrific! 48 days!! I think MK and your traditional first ride on IASW sound just perfect! And I've heard nothing but good things about the Wave!!

PS- thanks for tip about dresses at Target and Kohls. I will have to check that out!

 

[Lady Lallie]

Your plans are looking great. I think loose plans will be good for you this trip, more go with the flow.

 

[Dancegrl624]

Your plans are looking great! I can't believe you've never done TT!! It's is so awesome.

My sister is a new runner and seems to be enjoying herself.

 

[princess&her4princes]

Your plans look terrific! 48 days!! I think MK and your traditional first ride on IASW sound just perfect! And I've heard nothing but good things about the Wave!!

PS- thanks for tip about dresses at Target and Kohls. I will have to check that out!

I can't wait to ride IASW with Mom again, it's been 20 years, it will be happy moment for sure!!

I'll try and take pics of the dresses I've bought, they are nice and comfy, more fitted on top and that flowy Aline on the bottom...very forgiving!!

Btw, 47 days today...but who's counting! LOL!!

Your plans are looking great. I think loose plans will be good for you this trip, more go with the flow.

Thanks LL, it seems like it should be more of a laid back trip and not too structured, I'd probably scare Mom and Jodi if they saw the notes I have in my Passporter for when I do it with the boys!! I'm glad to hear you think this will work...

Your plans are looking great! I can't believe you've never done TT!! It's is so awesome.

My sister is a new runner and seems to be enjoying herself.

I know, we tried to do TT on our honeymoon in 2000, but it was fairly new then and that was before FP and the wait was TOO long, so we passed. Then the last two trips were with kids and we just couldn't fit it in and do the baby swap thing, it was too much to have all three kids wait, you know? So this time...I'm on there!!!! Sorry Todd! Someone has to test it out from the family, right? LOL!

 

[pmama]

You have never done Test Track? Oh, you will love it! It is one of our family favorites!

 

[princess&her4princes]

You have never done Test Track? Oh, you will love it! It is one of our family favorites!

I know....but like I said to Meghan we tried to do it on our honeymoon in 2000 but it was before FP and it was new so the line was hours long. And then the last two trips have been with the boys and we couldn't make them all wait for us to ride, so I'm excited about trying it out!!! Glad to hear you love it!

 

[ladybugmom]

Hi Kristen! Your plans looks great! I love the idea of taking it easy the first day--that's what we did and it worked well for us!! Oooh--O'hana ressies!! my FAVORITE!!! YUM!

 

[joelp]

9/15 Epcot day

Quick breakfast at Everything POP, head to bus stop 8:30

9 a.m Epcot
(Dont think I can push Mom and Jodi to get there any earlier, are there opening ceremonies at Epcot?)
There's not a "ceremony" per se - but some Characters are out and about. But - it is very cool and lots of fun to be there at the rope drope for the "parade" to Soarin' for the first flight of the day ... So I'd recommend trying to get there early ... Have a "snack" for breakfast in your room (grab something at the Main Street Bakery the night before - bring plastic bags to keep it fresh ...) - do Soarin' first thing (grabbing a FP for it as you walk out ... ) ... then grab breakfast at Sunshine Seasons (better food than at POP!) ... then do Test Track ...

Test Track (I have NEVER been on this before!)
Me neither - it "broke down" on us while we were in line!

12:30-1 p.m lunch at Tangerine Cafe
Heard good things about this place - it's on my list for dinner 3 days later!!

3 p.m head back to POP to relax by the pool, have a drink and freshen up for dinner
You may wanna have that drink in the WS ...

7:15 O'hanas

9:30 fireworks from Poly beach from MNSSHP
Oooooh ... ! Aaaaaahh!

This day we're not planning on doing WS, we have another day here, so we'll do that another day. Any thoughts are appreciated!!

Well - you're gonna have to walk halfway around the WS to get to the Tangeriene Cafe - and then back - so you should think about hitting at least couple of the countries (at least for the A/C ...) ... And if it starts to rain, Mexico is a good choice ...

Time to walk the dog ...

 

[princess&her4princes]

Hi guys!

Just curious to see those who have stayed at POP where you have stayed? In December we were in the 70's building but we paid for a preferred room that time around....we're just doing standard this time but wondering what room you liked that was quiet and closer to Classic hall?

This map is from the POP board, but wanted to get your opinion, it's worth trying request something, right? I'm thinking 60's building? Mom wants quiet and with Jodi's foot bothering her, thought it would be nice to try and get a bit closer with all the walking we're doing anyways, you know?

http://www.wdwinfo.com/maps/PopCenturyMap.pdf

Thanks!! Have a nice day! Hope to do DAY THREE today/tomorrow, Mom is coming up today for a visit and I talked to Jodi yesterday...will update soon!!

 

[brookelizabeth]

Oh Brook, I'm SO SORRY to hear you're not doing that great with your ankle and the boot isn't helping!?! Do you think you're on your feet too much to let it heal chasing a toddler? I can't even imagine. Sending pixie dust your way in hopes the next week turns things around for you!!!!

Yep...I think that's exactly why it's not really helping/healing... A lot of times I don't end up wearing it in the morning while getting everyone ready and out the door, and sometimes-depending on if we are running errands, etc-I don't wear it at night because of getting in and out of the car...since I'm the only driver (due to Joe's eyes), and I can't drive with the boot, it's a PAIN to put on and off on and off... I gotta think positive though, 1 more week can do a lot.

I think your plans look really good for Epcot, especially since you aren't doing the whole park that day. Just go with the flow and take it all in!

We stayed at Pop for just one night and were in the 50s building. I didn't think the walk was too far from Classic Hall and it was quiet - we were on the backside of it.

 

[Lady Lallie]

We stayed in the 50's section too. It was super quiet and a quick walk!

 

[englishrose47]

Hi I made it over from another thread you posted on!! What an awesome 60th birthday gift!!! You also have a GEM for a husband !!! I haven't all caught up yet !! We wll be at Pop from the 12th to the 20th so may be we will see you!!!You wll probably hear us yelling at DGS who is ADHD and sometimes gets a little wild !!! So if you hear 'Kyle get down from Lady """ That will be us !!

 

[ckdsnynt]

Hi I made it over from another thread you posted on!! What an awesome 60th birthday gift!!! You also have a GEM for a husband !!! I haven't all caught up yet !! We wll be at Pop from the 12th to the 20th so may be we will see you!!!You wll probably hear us yelling at DGS who is ADHD and sometimes gets a little wild !!! So if you hear 'Kyle get down from Lady """ That will be us !!

Rosie - you just wander around all over, don't you!

 

[ckdsnynt]

Hi I made it over from another thread you posted on!! What an awesome 60th birthday gift!!! You also have a GEM for a husband !!! I haven't all caught up yet !! We wll be at Pop from the 12th to the 20th so may be we will see you!!!You wll probably hear us yelling at DGS who is ADHD and sometimes gets a little wild !!! So if you hear 'Kyle get down from Lady """ That will be us !!

Rosie, you just wander around all over these boards, don't you?

You need to get busy and read the entire TR. It is very good and this is a lovely, lovely group here! I have enjoyed reading all about them.

 

[princess&her4princes]

Yep...I think that's exactly why it's not really helping/healing... A lot of times I don't end up wearing it in the morning while getting everyone ready and out the door, and sometimes-depending on if we are running errands, etc-I don't wear it at night because of getting in and out of the car...since I'm the only driver (due to Joe's eyes), and I can't drive with the boot, it's a PAIN to put on and off on and off... I gotta think positive though, 1 more week can do a lot.

I think your plans look really good for Epcot, especially since you aren't doing the whole park that day. Just go with the flow and take it all in!

We stayed at Pop for just one night and were in the 50s building. I didn't think the walk was too far from Classic Hall and it was quiet - we were on the backside of it.

You poor thing! I feel so bad that you are dealing with this, miracles do happen, so maybe next week you'll be all better! I'm praying for you!! Feel better soon!!

Thanks for you input on my plans...I'm glad to think we can just go with the flow....I"m such a planner so I feel like I'm struggling with being totally loose with it, but I think that will be okay. I hope so anyways!!!

I talked to Disney today and put in a request for the 50's building, ground floor (just in case anyone is hurting!) and the CM I talked to told me I had a 90% chance of getting what we requested. I hope he's right!

We stayed in the 50's section too. It was super quiet and a quick walk!

Thanks LL, I put a call into Disney today and requested a room in the 50's bldg. so hopefully that will work out for us!

Hi I made it over from another thread you posted on!! What an awesome 60th birthday gift!!! You also have a GEM for a husband !!! I haven't all caught up yet !! We wll be at Pop from the 12th to the 20th so may be we will see you!!!You wll probably hear us yelling at DGS who is ADHD and sometimes gets a little wild !!! So if you hear 'Kyle get down from Lady """ That will be us !!

Hi Rosie!
Thanks for joining me!!! And for all your nice compliments!! I will be on the lookout for you at POP and your family. I'm heading to your PTR now....

 

[princess&her4princes]

Rosie, you just wander around all over these boards, don't you?

You need to get busy and read the entire TR. It is very good and this is a lovely, lovely group here! I have enjoyed reading all about them.

Hi! Thanks for your nice compliment!! Glad you're here!!!

 

[princess&her4princes]

Well - you're gonna have to walk halfway around the WS to get to the Tangeriene Cafe - and then back - so you should think about hitting at least couple of the countries (at least for the A/C ...) ... And if it starts to rain, Mexico is a good choice ...

Time to walk the dog ...

Thanks for all the GREAT thoughts Joelp! You've got some good ideas here....jotting them down in my book now!!

I'm glad I'm running this stuff by you!!

 

[brookelizabeth]

Since Joe is a "go with the flow" type of tourist, and I'm a planner/"let's go, let's go!" type - I plan and plan every single detail down to what I'm eating for snacks; but always with the "go with the flow" attitude in mind, so when we get there, I know I will have ideas on what to do so we aren't ever just wandering around aimlessly, and I know I will get at least some of my stuff done, but I'm okay if we don't get to all of it.

So far this attitude and planning method has worked really well for me and for Joe. He knows I'm planning every minute right now, but he also knows I'm totally flexible when we get there! Now if he took over and we did NOTHING on my lists, I would be bummed, but I know he wouldn't do that.

So-indulge that inner-planner! But, go with the relaxed attitude!

I really liked the 50s building at Pop, the giant juke box is really cool! Good idea on getting the ground floor too!

 

[Lynn5700]

Hi Kristen! I think your plans sound great! You picked great placed to eat!!! YUM!!