Something About Nothing..........#11

[Mrs bluer101]

How much are the wands?

Interactive wands are $44.95

 

[SharkyGoddess]

Interactive wands are $44.95

Ty!

 

[SharkyGoddess]

Does anyone know if we can make reservations for the leaky cauldron? I'm trying to decide between there and mythos for my daughters bday.

 

[TaylorsDad]

Although I have never really been one to do so I am working on a trip report. Warning you will probably find it too long and perhaps more than a little boring but I wanted to share a little about our trip with everyone.

 

[macraven]

Although I have never really been one to do so I am working on a trip report. Warning you will probably find it too long and perhaps more than a little boring but I wanted to share a little about our trip with everyone.

i'm glad you are making one.
i will check the trip forums so i can join along with youse.

trip reports are never boring, they are exciting!!

 

[goNDmay9]

Trying to do a last minute trip!!! Just booked a last minute DCL for the 24st (Finally getting to go a Disney Cruise - YAY).

DCL hits the pocket a little harder - so I am hoping I can still find a way to fit in RPR Club. DH and I have not been in a few years so I am so excited. Daycare for 2 children and formula are soooo cutting into the vacay funds. #FirstWorldProblems

Off to search to see if anyone has tips / advice on combining Uni with a cruise!

 

[Heluvsme]

Ky07.... I am so sorry. It must feel like the rug is being pulled out from under you. Like Mac said, I hope things can be worked out under calmer conditions.

For those that saw DA, I am so jealous! A friend of our who was in my daughter's youth group at church, works at Uni and Disney....he works at Spider-Man at Uni and on his FB page last week he put up over 50 pics from DA, it looks amazing!

So Cielei totally inspired me. I am 80% of the way through painting my kitchen cabinets. I love the transformation! I'll try to put pics up after it's all done.

Yesterday we took my daughter on her 2nd college visit, we went to Univ of Kentucky. It is a beautiful campus! But it's huge! Oh my gosh we walked so much, and it was hot.... 91 degrees. Ugh. Next week we visit Western Kentucky Univ. Not as close, nearly 3 1/2 hours away, but a smaller campus.

Happy Tuesday everyone. And remember, if you're reading this, Monday didn't win!

 

[damo]

Does anyone know if we can make reservations for the leaky cauldron? I'm trying to decide between there and mythos for my daughters bday.

Leaky Cauldron is counter service, so no reservations.

 

[Lynne G]

Trying to do a last minute trip!!! Just booked a last minute DCL for the 24st (Finally getting to go a Disney Cruise - YAY).

DCL hits the pocket a little harder - so I am hoping I can still find a way to fit in RPR Club. DH and I have not been in a few years so I am so excited. Daycare for 2 children and formula are soooo cutting into the vacay funds. #FirstWorldProblems

Off to search to see if anyone has tips / advice on combining Uni with a cruise!

Three years ago, we flew into MCO, rented a car and spent 4 nights at the Portofino, then drove to Port, put my rental car in a car lot, and enjoyed the Fantasy for 7 nights. Picked up the rental car, drove to Shades of Green and enjoyed the WDW parks for 1 and two 1/2 days before flying home. An expensive trip, but really enjoyable.

My tip, price out the rentals as to where you pick up and drop off. For me, even with the price of the car lot for 7 nights, and parking fee at the Portofino, a 2 week rental to/from the airport still made my transportation costs reasonable. Universal does not have free transportation from the airport or port, so run the numbers and see what type of transport(s) is/are most cost effective for your family.

Oh and have a great cruise. I really enjoyed the Fantasy with my kids and the Dream with my DH. We are also USO fans.

 

[Cielei]

Happy Opening Day!! It doesn't look as crazy as Wizarding World opening day, but it still looks pretty crowded! (Orlando Sentinel, I think) has some pictures of the crowds)

Taylorsdad - Can't wait to read it!

Shumi - I'm glad to see that your crown is kinda, sorta fixed or at least a lot closer!

Heluvsme - Can't wait to see pictures!

Bluers - Enjoy the madness! Do you remember what choices you have for the "magic" wants. I know we will be buying a couple more (at least) while we are there. The ones from last trip got mysteriously broken somehow - I am sure it had nothing to do with the fact that wizard duels sometimes looked more like sword fights. I'm thinking they aren't getting their Hogwarts letter anytime soon!

LynneG - I think we overlap a few days with you, and I can't believe how quickly it seems to be approaching. Trying to decide if we want to add the picture package thing or not.

Ky - HUGS I just can't even imagine.I really hope things can be talked through.

mac - I just like saying hi

The trim is 90% done on the first floor now, the under cabinet lighting is complete and laster this week, the backsplash goes up!! After that it's replace the tile on the fireplace surround, redo the mud/laundry room and redo the pantry and the main floor remodel will be complete!! It makes such a huge difference - at least to me.

Hope everyone has a great day and week!

 

[Bluer101]

Happy Opening Day!! It doesn't look as crazy as Wizarding World opening day, but it still looks pretty crowded! (Orlando Sentinel, I think) has some pictures of the crowds) Taylorsdad - Can't wait to read it! Shumi - I'm glad to see that your crown is kinda, sorta fixed or at least a lot closer! Heluvsme - Can't wait to see pictures! Bluers - Enjoy the madness! Do you remember what choices you have for the "magic" wants. I know we will be buying a couple more (at least) while we are there. The ones from last trip got mysteriously broken somehow - I am sure it had nothing to do with the fact that wizard duels sometimes looked more like sword fights. I'm thinking they aren't getting their Hogwarts letter anytime soon! LynneG - I think we overlap a few days with you, and I can't believe how quickly it seems to be approaching. Trying to decide if we want to add the picture package thing or not. Ky - HUGS I just can't even imagine.I really hope things can be talked through. mac - I just like saying hi The trim is 90% done on the first floor now, the under cabinet lighting is complete and laster this week, the backsplash goes up!! After that it's replace the tile on the fireplace surround, redo the mud/laundry room and redo the pantry and the main floor remodel will be complete!! It makes such a huge difference - at least to me. Hope everyone has a great day and week!

If I remember they have all of them in regular and interactive.

It's a mad house inside. What you see on tv is not really it. There are lots of lines behind in the backlots out in the sun with no cover.

We just left IOA and on the boat to PBH for some lunch and pool time.

 

[Cielei]

It's kind of fun to enjoy the madness, but nice that you already got to take it in and can go and have some relaxation and not have to worry with those crowds.

I was thinking more how many interactive wands are available - Dumbledore + how many other choices. We'll likely buy them both just the interactive wands this trip.

 

[SharkyGoddess]

Leaky Cauldron is counter service, so no reservations.

booooo hissssss

Thank you Damo!

 

[SharkyGoddess]

If I remember they have all of them in regular and interactive.

It's a mad house inside. What you see on tv is not really it. There are lots of lines behind in the backlots out in the sun with no cover.

We just left IOA and on the boat to PBH for some lunch and pool time.

They really need a smiley that has on big glasses since we are technically all eyes and not really all ears when reading people's posts LOL

I am really loving seeing everyone's POVs. It's kept me anxious to get there and enjoy!

Is it totally silly that I tear up every single time we pull into the area?

 

[Lynne G]

Just paid the hotel bill for our WDW part of vacation. Wahooo.

Cielei, we may be there at the same time. We are at the Portofino from August 19 to 23. If you would like to say hi, just let us know. My kids are both teens and love the rides. Me, I people watch sometimes while they ride. I hope some of the crowds thin out when we arrive. I think that the start of that week the local kids are back in school, so I am hoping the week will be more sedate. (I know, wishful thinking.....) Oh, and congrats on the house updates. The cabinets look very nice.

Sharky, I'd like to eat at the LC, but I am sure my younger one will not eat anything on the menu. English pub food is not her favorite, except the chips. My older one is looking forward to the food they serve. We'll just try to eat at an off time. That may help the wait times.

Hot and humid again today. Just getting us ready for vacation!

 

[goNDmay9]

Three years ago, we flew into MCO, rented a car and spent 4 nights at the Portofino, then drove to Port, put my rental car in a car lot, and enjoyed the Fantasy for 7 nights. Picked up the rental car, drove to Shades of Green and enjoyed the WDW parks for 1 and two 1/2 days before flying home. An expensive trip, but really enjoyable.

My tip, price out the rentals as to where you pick up and drop off. For me, even with the price of the car lot for 7 nights, and parking fee at the Portofino, a 2 week rental to/from the airport still made my transportation costs reasonable. Universal does not have free transportation from the airport or port, so run the numbers and see what type of transport(s) is/are most cost effective for your family.

Oh and have a great cruise. I really enjoyed the Fantasy with my kids and the Dream with my DH. We are also USO fans.

That sounds awesome!!! I mentioned this on another post - but Disney is getting to the point where last minute trips don't really work.

Thanks for the transportation feedback. Unless we just find an amazing deal on airfare - I think we will drive to the parks and then to the port the day of. Congrats on paying off the hotel!!!!

@Cielei - Sounds like you did an amazing job on your kitchen! I will have to go see the pics -are they on this thread?

 

[Mrs bluer101]

It's kind of fun to enjoy the madness, but nice that you already got to take it in and can go and have some relaxation and not have to worry with those crowds. I was thinking more how many interactive wands are available - Dumbledore + how many other choices. We'll likely buy them both just the interactive wands this trip.

I want to say that we were told there are 3 interactive wands.... Dumbledore, Harry & Hermione.

 

[Cielei]

Thanks Mrs Bluer! I was sort of hoping that the introduction of interative wands would give a lot of choices and give the olivander's wand selection experience to more kids and how awesome that they work throughout the "wizarding world".

goND - I posted a picture a few pages back in this thread. I'll post another one and maybe a before and after once I get the backsplash all installed.

Lynne - I'd love to say hi - we check into PBH on the 21st. This is us (taken a week or so ago at German Beer festival in St Paul)

 

[macraven]

cielei, well, if you know where St Paul is then i figure you know where Red Wing is

 

[redmomof4]

cielei, well, if you know where St Paul is then i figure you know where Red Wing is

I don't! But have an acquaintance who works at the hospital in red wing!