Something About Nothing ... #12

[keishashadow]

Janet he got his noogie lol
He laughed when I told him it was from you
He told me to tell you
He is a good kid and kind of a momma boy so I'm hoping to have him stick around for awhile.

Side note we were just watching tv and a commercial for UO came on. They have Kong in the commercials now as if it is open. First one I have seen so hoping opening day will be soon!

Nwahaha, a dude can't have a BD without a good noogie. You done darn good with him, not easy in the world in which we live. He's lucky to have parents who care so much for him. I'm still trying to convince my youngest son who is considering branching out on his own what a great gig he has going on here lol

How many times has this happened to y'all here?:

DH has friend at work who took his advice to go to Universal this weekend in lieu of WDW. Problem is he didn't take the #1 hint to book onsite. Went with 'a deal' @ Sheraton Vistana. Now, I've stayed there on a TS promo, nice enough, but it's not onsite. Guy is already starting to complain how much $$$ express passes are going to cost for his family.They ask for advice, you tell them, they ignore the majority of what you share, then come back whining how 'terrible' the trip was. Let no good deed go unpunished.
Busy day, did local Chinese buffet for dinner...miles of sushi & hot tea. Stick a fork in me

 

[marciemi]

Okay, so I booked Portofino Bay for a night. Can anyone tell me any details? I can check in as early as I want and get the EE and EP's? Can we leave our stuff there either at the desk or after checkout the next day? We can go to other pools if we want? What do I need to know? I see parking listed as $22/night - we can leave the car there as soon as we get there and until we leave the next night or would we have to park in the normal garage at some point after checkout or whatever? What's the optimism Hulk and Kong will be open by July 24? (Yes, I know it will be hot and crowded).

 

[tinydancer09]

Okay, so I booked Portofino Bay for a night. Can anyone tell me any details? I can check in as early as I want and get the EE and EP's? Can we leave our stuff there either at the desk or after checkout the next day? We can go to other pools if we want? What do I need to know? I see parking listed as $22/night - we can leave the car there as soon as we get there and until we leave the next night or would we have to park in the normal garage at some point after checkout or whatever? What's the optimism Hulk and Kong will be open by July 24? (Yes, I know it will be hot and crowded).

General rule of thumb is check-in as early as 6AM. I've read Mac saying sometimes they can do earlier during peak times.
I always drop my bags with bell services, check-in, and then go park my car. PBH has a nice parking garage. I enjoy my car being in the shade while I'm there. You can also valet for... $27? since it's one day you'd only be spending 5 bucks extra. Once you check-in you get your temporary room keys and go to the kiosks and get your express passes. When you walk in the door bell services are to your right, then check-in is next on the right, then go straight towards the fountain and express pass kiosks are to the right after concierge. If you're picking up tickets they're down the hallway past the Bar.. can't remember the name of the bar. Take advantage of these if you can because the ticket windows will do you no favors on saving you time.
The big stairway to your left of check-in will take you out to the bay and to the boats or walking path.

Kong will definitely be open unless something bad happens... they're already doing soft openings. Never have I heard of them doing that more than a month before official opening.. but maybe I'm wrong. Hulk's timing has been moved to "late summer"... whatever that means. The queue is taking way longer than expected.


Oh-- your temp keys should get you into any of the pools you'd like. And yes, on leaving bags. If you drop your bags with bag services- when you get to your room call star service and have them bring your bags. Then when you get ready to check out call star services and they'll come and get them and hold them for you until you go down to get your car. Since you're not going to get your real keys since you're checking in early you will have to go back to the front desk and get your real room keys when you get back. They should call/text you when your room is ready. Last time I didn't ever get a text though...... The bell guys are always so helpful! I always tip them but of course that's optional. I always ask them where the nearest ice machine is and they always refuse to let me get my own ice. It's nice of them, but my legs aren't broken.

Oh and star service is awesome too. I'm allergic to feather and realized when I went to hardrock for the first time since the remodels all the pillows were feather. (it was after 11Pm when we got back) realized the pillow situation around 12AM. I called them and kindly asked if all the pillows in the room were feather.. she excitedly said yes! they have 5 times of feathers!!! And I said, well... I'm allergic to feathers. she goes OHHH!!! So they apparently were very busy and she said it might be 45 minutes before they can bring me foam pillows(they were cotton/fluff filled). I said okay and decided I'd read a while. Here 10 minutes later SHE came running down the hall with not only the 2 I requested but 4! The comforters are also down and she was super worried about me so she brought another blanket. I'm fine with down comforters I just cant have my face breathing in the feathers. ANYWAYS. they're awesome. all of them.

 

[Mrs bluer101]

Happy birthday bluer! Hope you're having s great day! Only a few weeks until you get to celebrate in Orlando right?

Yes we have 16 days until we get to celebrate in UO. We can't wait!

 

[tinydancer09]

Yes we have 16 days until we get to celebrate in UO. We can't wait!

Make sure he wears his birthday button. I have a "Princess Birthday" sash. Want me to send it to the hotel for you? hahha kidding kidding...

 

[goNDmay9]

Got a bit slammed with life and work lately. In light of everything happening in the world (and Orlando) just wanted give all my homies virtual hugs. Can someone meet me at MIB and flashy thingy me for real so I can forget some stuff? Things of late are too close to home.

 

[BagOLaughs]

Nwahaha, a dude can't have a BD without a good noogie. You done darn good with him, not easy in the world in which we live. He's lucky to have parents who care so much for him. I'm still trying to convince my youngest son who is considering branching out on his own what a great gig he has going on here lol

How many times has this happened to y'all here?:

DH has friend at work who took his advice to go to Universal this weekend in lieu of WDW. Problem is he didn't take the #1 hint to book onsite. Went with 'a deal' @ Sheraton Vistana. Now, I've stayed there on a TS promo, nice enough, but it's not onsite. Guy is already starting to complain how much $$$ express passes are going to cost for his family.They ask for advice, you tell them, they ignore the majority of what you share, then come back whining how 'terrible' the trip was. Let no good deed go unpunished.
Busy day, did local Chinese buffet for dinner...miles of sushi & hot tea. Stick a fork in me

I know right!!! They ask for advise and then either forget it or don't take it. Then they complain about it!

Got a bit slammed with life and work lately. In light of everything happening in the world (and Orlando) just wanted give all my homies virtual hugs. Can someone meet me at MIB and flashy thingy me for real so I can forget some stuff? Things of late are too close to home.

Awww, sorry to hear things are hard for you atm. Lots of hugs your way too.

 

[Lynne G]

Yes it is! And Friday is so close, as is the summer! Wahoo for that!

Well, one done high school, one more to go. Was a nice graduation last night. DS was so happy to sleep in today.

Hope all are doing well, and hope GoN has a less stressful time. Hugs to you! Hang in there.

With this rain, and the fact that I slept sounder than I have for quite awhile, I need that XXL cup of tea.

Here's to a thirsty Thursday.

 

[BagOLaughs]

Will you be happy without FOTL @ CB? That runs into the US Columbus Day week, wherein many schools up north have the week off...can you guess where we head? Lol

Just re-reading... you have the whole week off? Not just the 10th October???

 

[keishashadow]

Eeek weather report enough to curl your hair here for this afternoon. Torrential rain, hail & isolated tornadoes. Caddyshack time, hope those golfers don't head for a tree.

Okay, so I booked Portofino Bay for a night. Can anyone tell me any details? I can check in as early as I want and get the EE and EP's? Can we leave our stuff there either at the desk or after checkout the next day? We can go to other pools if we want? What do I need to know? I see parking listed as $22/night - we can leave the car there as soon as we get there and until we leave the next night or would we have to park in the normal garage at some point after checkout or whatever? What's the optimism Hulk and Kong will be open by July 24? (Yes, I know it will be hot and crowded).

Ya, what TD said. Have you stayed @ PBH? It's amazing. The main pool is lively, nice water slide. I get beat down every time I say it, but think it's the deepest pool (near the waterslide rocks) a plus for us.

Parking garage was under construction in May, lots of spaces blocked off. Parked I in section I didn't even know was there, normally a breeze. Should be finished by end of July I'd think. Worst case, have one of the kids drop you off @ entry so you can check in while they go & find a spot, rejoining you.

Don't forget to pick up your FOTL photo cards in lobby (off to the left of desk past the fountain).

Ps did I miss DC TR & pics?

Yes it is! And Friday is so close, as is the summer! Wahoo for that!

Well, one done high school, one more to go. Was a nice graduation last night. DS was so happy to sleep in today.

Hope all are doing well, and hope GoN has a less stressful time. Hugs to you! Hang in there.

With this rain, and the fact that I slept sounder than I have for quite awhile, I need that XXL cup of tea.

Here's to a thirsty Thursday.

What is it about a minion that makes me smile?

Congrats! where's that pic of the smiling Grad?

Just re-reading... you have the whole week off? Not just the 10th October???

Not to alarm you lol. Yes, our neck of woods the administration is smart. The lump in the Columbus Day holiday with the general parent/teacher open house along with 2 teacher in-service days. Our version of jersey week haha. Only opportunity to drag kids out of school, just missing one day in a 9 day period is an not to be wasted! The reason we stopped our annual early December trip many moons ago.

 

[BagOLaughs]

Not to alarm you lol. Yes, our neck of woods the administration is smart. The lump in the Columbus Day holiday with the general parent/teacher open house along with 2 teacher in-service days. Our version of jersey week haha. Only opportunity to drag kids out of school, just missing one day in a 9 day period is an not to be wasted! The reason we stopped our annual early December trip many moons ago.

Ah so it's not all states then? I think it will be OK. Martin and I tend to go early morning, have midday break then return for late afternoon/evening so larger crowds arnt the end of the world as we miss the busiest part of the day.

And we've got 3 weekdays to enjoy HHN so fingers crossed it's OK.

 

[schumigirl]

How many times has this happened to y'all here?:

DH has friend at work who took his advice to go to Universal this weekend in lieu of WDW. Problem is he didn't take the #1 hint to book onsite. Went with 'a deal' @ Sheraton Vistana. Now, I've stayed there on a TS promo, nice enough, but it's not onsite. Guy is already starting to complain how much $$$ express passes are going to cost for his family.They ask for advice, you tell them, they ignore the majority of what you share, then come back whining how 'terrible' the trip was. Let no good deed go unpunished.
Busy day, did local Chinese buffet for dinner...miles of sushi & hot tea. Stick a fork in me

You can't tell some people.......ever!!!

So many have asked me for some kind of advice over the years........then don't take it........example......told many to stay onsite for EP as they're going in the middle of July or some other busy time.........what happens.......oh we stayed offsite and we arrive at 11.30 and it was sooooo busy.....there was long queues everywhere.........doh!!!

I give up.

Very jealous of the Chinese buffet and sushi!!!!

I adore sushi.

 

[macraven]

Marcie you do UO on occasions since you live closer to Orlando so I think you know how busy parks will be in July

If I was staying on site for one night only, pool hopping or even using the pool at my hotel would not be on my agenda
It's time consuming and takes me away from the parks and city walk activities

You will only have a one night parking charge as long as you leave the hotel before midnight on check out day

 

[BagOLaughs]

I've done it! OMG. I've booked a week in October at Cabana Bay

I've got post holiday booking shock! GAH. What have I DONE

 

[schumigirl]

I've done it! OMG. I've booked a week in October at Cabana Bay

I've got post holiday booking shock! GAH. What have I DONE

Yay......well done Rachel!!! Glad to hear it........

You've done the right thing........you'll both have a blast!!

 

[macraven]

good for youse!!

when will you be at the darkside?

i'll be there in october so will many more of the homies here.

be wonderful to meet up during the stay.

 

[macraven]

on the days that i am unable to be on line here, it always gets chatty...


going to play ketchup here later tonight.

 

[schumigirl]

Watching thick fog roll in from the sea again tonight.........after we had such a beautiful day on Tuesday its been miserable last 2 days............and cold!

42F we had today........last week I was in the 90's in NY

Still 3 months today we'll be back at RPR............

Did I miss StL? Has he gone already on their trip?

 

[BagOLaughs]

Yay......well done Rachel!!! Glad to hear it........

You've done the right thing........you'll both have a blast!!

THank you Shumi! Not long for you too

good for youse!!

when will you be at the darkside?

i'll be there in october so will many more of the homies here.

be wonderful to meet up during the stay.

We'll be there 10th - 17th attending HHN on 12, 13, 14, 16th October. Ohhh I'l have to post in the HHN thread. We just got our HHN tickets too

 

[macraven]

i'll get my pencil out and mark you in when you post in that thread.

some of my dates match yours,
will have to meet up at sometime to greet each other.