Growin'upDisney
<font color=blue>I've been to Disney since I was k
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- Aug 12, 2003
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Cast of Characters
Me = Tausha
DH = Chris aka Panda
DM = Julie(my mom)
DSF = Erick(my stepfather) aka Dude
No you cant drive He was disappointed.
But Jose loaded our bags and we all piled in. It only took a few seconds to know I had picked the right resort. Everyone we passed on the cart shouted Aloha. So as we pulled up to concierge Jose informed us that our room was in fact already ready and he would be taking the bags straight there. Holy cow it was only 9am and the room was ready. Then the paranoia set in again. Ill bet were on the second floor at the end of the hall in a room thats hardly used thats why its ready. (I had requested 1st floor room 1505 to be exact per Tikimans expert advice)
He led us to our room
He also said that we could stay in the room and check-in at our leisure. This was too much. I couldnt have asked for a better start to the vacation. And I think I screamed when I pulled back the curtains and this is what I saw
We were going to have the perfect room for our week at the World. That, in and of itself, made all the planning worth it. We all took a moment to enjoy the view, the beach, and the sun. But only a moment because it was still cold outside.
Check-in was no problem and everything was explained in detail to me since this was our first visit. (Thanks Kathy) I didnt have the heart to tell her I already knew most of it thanks to my friends at the DIS.
By 10am we had arrived, checked-in, unpacked, and had been up for nearly 24 hours. We needed a nap - but we couldnt let a little thing like sleep deprivation get in our way. Out came the Super Duper Week Long Strategically Planned Assault on Disneyworld Itinerary Worksheet broken down into 1 hour increments. Yes I had a worksheet. Its safe to say that many of you do the same thing. I just couldnt fit all the info into the PASSPORTER and I certainly didnt want to leave anything out.
I was teased the rest of the week about the Worksheet. Fine guys, just remember that at some point later in the week I seem to remember a comment on how you loved that I had planned everything so that no one had to ask So what do you want to do next I dont care what do you want to do. And so on and so forth. Go ahead and tease all you want - I can take it. (And besides Ill just seek my revenge by inserting all their embarrassing moments into my trip report for my DIS friends.)
The Worksheet said first up was breakfast @ Kona Café and then on to EPCOT. We needed food (more specifically the Tonga Toast I have heard so much about) before we hit the parks.
Side Note I am trying to write restaurant reviews as well and post them on the Restaurant Board. So head over there for in-depth review of food, service, quality, etc.
We took the walk from The Poly to the TTC and I cannot believe how close it is. Its such a peaceful walk. The resort itself was pretty empty so I think that helped contribute to the peacefulness of the surroundings. We head toward the Monorail to EPCOT and arrive at the platform with no one else around. So we ask to ride in the front and our request is granted. Again I cannot believe, that I have bee here less than 3 hours and everything has been perfect. The first day of our vacation really set a theme for the rest of the week.
So once at EPCOT we hit the ground running straight over to Mission: Space expecting a long wait. The board said 30 minutes stand-by. It was more like 7. We all lined up and listened intently on what was going on that is until Gary Sinise appeared.
Side Note One thing you must now about my family (more specifically Dude and I) is that when we are together we seem to incessantly quote lines from movies, especially Top Gun, Forrest Gump, Fools Rush In, and Finding Nemo. Its just something we have always done and it drives my mom crazy. Shes not a real movie buff so half the time she has no idea what we are talking about unless we quote the Lion King.
So Gary Sinise appears on the screen and Dude and I, in unison, shout Lieutenant Dan You got magic legs!! Mom just glares, we bust out laughing. DH pretends like he doesnt know us and was a single rider that got stuck with these crazy people.
In we go to the big round room and wait to hear our assignments. Then into the capsule we go. We put our harnesses down and the pod slowly closes. Wow there are lots of buttons to play with. And could the air that blows in your face be any colder? Sure it will be great on those murderously hot summer days, but HELLO its warmed up to a sun scorched 55 degrees today, could you pump in some warm air please!!
After reading all the reviews I am starting to get a little anxious and I start looking to make sure the Vomit Receiving Receptacles are nearby They arent.
So we play with all the buttons when all of a sudden
Me = Tausha
DH = Chris aka Panda
DM = Julie(my mom)
DSF = Erick(my stepfather) aka Dude
No you cant drive He was disappointed.
But Jose loaded our bags and we all piled in. It only took a few seconds to know I had picked the right resort. Everyone we passed on the cart shouted Aloha. So as we pulled up to concierge Jose informed us that our room was in fact already ready and he would be taking the bags straight there. Holy cow it was only 9am and the room was ready. Then the paranoia set in again. Ill bet were on the second floor at the end of the hall in a room thats hardly used thats why its ready. (I had requested 1st floor room 1505 to be exact per Tikimans expert advice)
He led us to our room
He also said that we could stay in the room and check-in at our leisure. This was too much. I couldnt have asked for a better start to the vacation. And I think I screamed when I pulled back the curtains and this is what I saw
We were going to have the perfect room for our week at the World. That, in and of itself, made all the planning worth it. We all took a moment to enjoy the view, the beach, and the sun. But only a moment because it was still cold outside.
Check-in was no problem and everything was explained in detail to me since this was our first visit. (Thanks Kathy) I didnt have the heart to tell her I already knew most of it thanks to my friends at the DIS.
By 10am we had arrived, checked-in, unpacked, and had been up for nearly 24 hours. We needed a nap - but we couldnt let a little thing like sleep deprivation get in our way. Out came the Super Duper Week Long Strategically Planned Assault on Disneyworld Itinerary Worksheet broken down into 1 hour increments. Yes I had a worksheet. Its safe to say that many of you do the same thing. I just couldnt fit all the info into the PASSPORTER and I certainly didnt want to leave anything out.
I was teased the rest of the week about the Worksheet. Fine guys, just remember that at some point later in the week I seem to remember a comment on how you loved that I had planned everything so that no one had to ask So what do you want to do next I dont care what do you want to do. And so on and so forth. Go ahead and tease all you want - I can take it. (And besides Ill just seek my revenge by inserting all their embarrassing moments into my trip report for my DIS friends.)
The Worksheet said first up was breakfast @ Kona Café and then on to EPCOT. We needed food (more specifically the Tonga Toast I have heard so much about) before we hit the parks.
Side Note I am trying to write restaurant reviews as well and post them on the Restaurant Board. So head over there for in-depth review of food, service, quality, etc.
We took the walk from The Poly to the TTC and I cannot believe how close it is. Its such a peaceful walk. The resort itself was pretty empty so I think that helped contribute to the peacefulness of the surroundings. We head toward the Monorail to EPCOT and arrive at the platform with no one else around. So we ask to ride in the front and our request is granted. Again I cannot believe, that I have bee here less than 3 hours and everything has been perfect. The first day of our vacation really set a theme for the rest of the week.
So once at EPCOT we hit the ground running straight over to Mission: Space expecting a long wait. The board said 30 minutes stand-by. It was more like 7. We all lined up and listened intently on what was going on that is until Gary Sinise appeared.
Side Note One thing you must now about my family (more specifically Dude and I) is that when we are together we seem to incessantly quote lines from movies, especially Top Gun, Forrest Gump, Fools Rush In, and Finding Nemo. Its just something we have always done and it drives my mom crazy. Shes not a real movie buff so half the time she has no idea what we are talking about unless we quote the Lion King.
So Gary Sinise appears on the screen and Dude and I, in unison, shout Lieutenant Dan You got magic legs!! Mom just glares, we bust out laughing. DH pretends like he doesnt know us and was a single rider that got stuck with these crazy people.
In we go to the big round room and wait to hear our assignments. Then into the capsule we go. We put our harnesses down and the pod slowly closes. Wow there are lots of buttons to play with. And could the air that blows in your face be any colder? Sure it will be great on those murderously hot summer days, but HELLO its warmed up to a sun scorched 55 degrees today, could you pump in some warm air please!!
After reading all the reviews I am starting to get a little anxious and I start looking to make sure the Vomit Receiving Receptacles are nearby They arent.
So we play with all the buttons when all of a sudden
Dawn
I can't wait to read more!!!
