Sun, Sand, and Disney!-A Disney and Beach Club PTR!!-Update 8/6 mini update

[pinkpixie0920]

Your lists look sooo great!! I know--I'm really worried about making ADRs too. And the 90+10 can really mess them up too. My DH just laughed at me when I said "What if there's someone who's coming on the 19th who wants ALL of our same ADRs?! It can happen!" I know I'm just being silly, but I'm still nervous. But I've been reading some PTRs for June/July and they got theirs fine. Since we're going during a less-busy season, we should be ok... Hopefully.

Haha, I say the same thing! I keep saying what if someone's trip is almost over when we get there but they were able to book all these ADR's like a week before me since they can book 10 days out. I am hoping we are okay since a lot of people are back in school in September. I am just nervous about free dining. I always feel so much better after I make my ADR's. At least we have each other to get through this right!

I am so bummed Space Mountain will be closed when we're there too.

You've never done Snow White?? Seriously?? We always go on this cause it seems to have the shortest line of of the 3 dark rides!

Maelstrom is fun if you don't get a screaming child on it. It was like riding with a banshee.

Crush n Gusher is the BEST! I absolutely love it, did it 3 times the last time I was there. I'm hoping to fit in a Typhoon Lagoon vist during our trip.

I know I have never been on Snow White. It is always that one ride that we just never get to. I making it a point to go on it this time. You ride in a mining cart right? Oh we love Typhoon Lagoon, my DH would go their everyday if I let him. He loves to swim. When we went in November is was closed, so it is a must this trip.

That's exactly why I won't do it! I'm such a sissy anyway, I probably would get sick just watching the ride for too long!! Everything sounds great, though! So exciting!!

Thanks! I hear if you look at the person across from you on it, it isn't as bad so I am going to try it and hope for the best!

 

[jenny105]

I know I have never been on Snow White. It is always that one ride that we just never get to. I making it a point to go on it this time. You ride in a mining cart right? Oh we love Typhoon Lagoon, my DH would go their everyday if I let him. He loves to swim. When we went in November is was closed, so it is a must this trip.

Yeah, it looks similar to a mining cart, it's carved out of wood and they have the dwarves faces on them. The witch scared me when I was a little kid on that ride.

I was thinking of making a Blizzard Beach (never been) stop on our trip but am dying to go back to Typhoon Lagoon. Decisions, decisions.

 

[pinkpixie0920]

Yeah, it looks similar to a mining cart, it's carved out of wood and they have the dwarves faces on them. The witch scared me when I was a little kid on that ride.

I was thinking of making a Blizzard Beach (never been) stop on our trip but am dying to go back to Typhoon Lagoon. Decisions, decisions.

Snow White sounds so cute! We wanted to go to Blizzard Beach in November but it was too cold. I hear they keep the water there 5-10 degrees cooler since it is a winter theme. One of the Disney boat drivers told us that. It looks fun though, we have never been there either. If you go let me know how you like it.

 

[jenny105]

Snow White sounds so cute! We wanted to go to Blizzard Beach in November but it was too cold. I hear they keep the water there 5-10 degrees cooler since it is a winter theme. One of the Disney boat drivers told us that. It looks fun though, we have never been there either. If you go let me know how you like it.

Really?? Disney is incredible with their theming. Everything down to the last little detail.

 

[Roxychica7]

Great lists! You should really try Primeval Whirl in Animal Kingdom (Dinoland USA), it's like a cross between the Tilt-a-whirl and a mini coaster. I can't quite do the teacups with all the constant spinning, but the PW is intermediate, may be a good start for you! We thought it would be silly, and be a kiddie ride, but we've gone on it the last 4 years, it's really fun!
Too bad SM will be closed while you're there!

 

[pinkpixie0920]

I am debating the whole vera bradley bag. I usually carry around my baggalini during Disney trips and it always works out great. I wanted another bag that was more like a purse than a bookbag. I see a lot of people talking about the Vera Bradley bags and wanted to get your opinion. I have three colors that I kind of like. I have to admit I have never been a huge fan of these but these patterns don't seem too bad. Here they are in the Hipster:

Mod Floral Pink:

Purple Punch:

Puccini:

Now here is my other issue, do I go with the hipster (above) or the mini hipster. here they are:

Mod Floral Pink:

Purple Punch:

Puccini:

I really need help with this decision. I appreciate any recommendations from my wonderful fellow Disers!

 

[pinkpixie0920]

Great lists! You should really try Primeval Whirl in Animal Kingdom (Dinoland USA), it's like a cross between the Tilt-a-whirl and a mini coaster. I can't quite do the teacups with all the constant spinning, but the PW is intermediate, may be a good start for you! We thought it would be silly, and be a kiddie ride, but we've gone on it the last 4 years, it's really fun!
Too bad SM will be closed while you're there!

I meant to add Primeval whirl on my new to try list. Thanks for reminding me! I am nervous about the tea cups but I figure I need to try them sooner or later.

Really?? Disney is incredible with their theming. Everything down to the last little detail.

Disney is incredible!

 

[jenny105]

Purple is my favorite color so I love the purple option for both styles! As for the size, it all depends on what you bring to the parks. I like to carry as little as possible!

 

[Roxychica7]

Here's my opinion. I never liked the Vera before either, but I bought my first Vera especially for our Disney trip. I bought the full size Hipster in the Puccini pattern. Here's the pic on our morning before we left for the airport:

I personally think it's bigger than it looked online and it all depends on what you normally bring. I had my camera, full size wallet, bandaids, sunscreen, wet-naps, ipod, plus usual travel accessories and still had room for a small souvenir bag. With me, I don't think I would ever be able to go to the mini due to my camera, but it was perfect for the trip, and very comfortable with the long strap in the parks. I love the whole hands free purse thing. I LOVE the purple punch pattern and would have gotten that one if the pattern was out when I purchased my puccini pattern in december, so I'm still leaning toward getting another one. But first go with what you NEED with you to vote hipster vs. mini hipster and then pick your pattern. Good luck!

 

[Roxychica7]

Also, if you have a preference on your patterns, since the Purple Punch is a new pattern, you're going to pay almost full price for the bag. If you are looking to save some money, go with either the Puccini or Mod Pink. Also, if you want to save even more money, buy either pattern you choose on ebay, they'll be a lot cheaper!

 

[pinkpixie0920]

Purple is my favorite color so I love the purple option for both styles! As for the size, it all depends on what you bring to the parks. I like to carry as little as possible!

I wish the purple punch came in pink. I liked that one though because it wasn't too much and the base of the bag was black. I wear more things that would require a black bag than a brown one. The puccini pattern is so cute though. Thanks for the help!

Here's my opinion. I never liked the Vera before either, but I bought my first Vera especially for our Disney trip. I bought the full size Hipster in the Puccini pattern. Here's the pic on our morning before we left for the airport:

I personally think it's bigger than it looked online and it all depends on what you normally bring. I had my camera, full size wallet, bandaids, sunscreen, wet-naps, ipod, plus usual travel accessories and still had room for a small souvenir bag. With me, I don't think I would ever be able to go to the mini due to my camera, but it was perfect for the trip, and very comfortable with the long strap in the parks. I love the whole hands free purse thing. I LOVE the purple punch pattern and would have gotten that one if the pattern was out when I purchased my puccini pattern in december, so I'm still leaning toward getting another one. But first go with what you NEED with you to vote hipster vs. mini hipster and then pick your pattern. Good luck!

The puccini is so cute! See I pretty much carry around our camera (not real big) and our KTTW cards and my phone. So the mini might work. But sometimes I want a sweatshirt so that is where I would need the hipster. I doubt I will need one in September though.

Also, if you have a preference on your patterns, since the Purple Punch is a new pattern, you're going to pay almost full price for the bag. If you are looking to save some money, go with either the Puccini or Mod Pink. Also, if you want to save even more money, buy either pattern you choose on ebay, they'll be a lot cheaper!

I did see some on E-bay. Down the road from where I work they have a store that sells Vera Bradley so I need to walk down one day and see these in person. Thanks for all your help!

 

[Roxychica7]

I did see some on E-bay. Down the road from where I work they have a store that sells Vera Bradley so I need to walk down one day and see these in person. Thanks for all your help!

You're very welcomed! Hope you can find some good deals at the store! Let us know what you decide

 

[stacikristine]

I bought a Mini Hipster and I really, really like it!! It's super comfortable to carry when I'm not taking much. I'm looking forward to using it at Disney. I can fit my camera, chapstick, pens, notepad, cell phone, and money/cards. But I think I'm gonna buy a regular Hipster for days I want to take ponchos or water with me... But if you can find one on sale then I'd FOR SURE buy one!! You can't really beat it.

 

[Lynn5700]

Hey girl!!!!!!!

I am also picking up a Vera Brdley bag before I go!! One of my clients came in with it and I have to get it. I love the colors.

It's so much brighter and prettier in person.

 

[pinkpixie0920]

You're very welcomed! Hope you can find some good deals at the store! Let us know what you decide

I will def. let you know. Thanks!

I bought a Mini Hipster and I really, really like it!! It's super comfortable to carry when I'm not taking much. I'm looking forward to using it at Disney. I can fit my camera, chapstick, pens, notepad, cell phone, and money/cards. But I think I'm gonna buy a regular Hipster for days I want to take ponchos or water with me... But if you can find one on sale then I'd FOR SURE buy one!! You can't really beat it.

Haha, I should get two since I am so unsure, but I don't think my DH would go for that since I just bought a baggalini messenger bag before our honeymoon for Disney. I love the size of the mini hipster but I think I might have to go with the hipster just incase I want to bring water or something. I will eventually go down to look at them at specialty luggage and hopefully make up my mind. thanks for your help!

Hey girl!!!!!!!

I am also picking up a Vera Brdley bag before I go!! One of my clients came in with it and I have to get it. I love the colors.

It's so much brighter and prettier in person.

Hey Lynn! I think the bali gold is so cute! Did you get it yet? I think the petal pink is cute too. All the designs are so different it is so hard to choose. Thanks for reading along!

 

[Roxychica7]

Haha, I should get two since I am so unsure, but I don't think my DH would go for that since I just bought a baggalini messenger bag before our honeymoon for Disney. I love the size of the mini hipster but I think I might have to go with the hipster just incase I want to bring water or something. I will eventually go down to look at them at specialty luggage and hopefully make up my mind. thanks for your help!

Thats the other thing I forgot! I had a bottle of water and a windbreaker in mine too!

 

[jerseygirl81]

I just found your tr last night and I read it all, sounds like a great trip you have planned! I have to say one of the girls at work has the purple punch and I just love it. Linda

 

[jezaduck24]

I just got a Mailbag in Bali Blue and love it! It's available in Puccini and Purple Punch, too.

 

[pinkpixie0920]

I just got a Mailbag in Bali Blue and love it! It's available in Puccini and Purple Punch, too.

The Bali Blue is pretty. I finally went to the store yesterday to look at them in person. They are all so pretty in person! Thanks for reading!

I just found your tr last night and I read it all, sounds like a great trip you have planned! I have to say one of the girls at work has the purple punch and I just love it. Linda

Hey! Thanks for reading! I think I am set on Purple punch, I really liked it when I saw it in person.

 

[pinkpixie0920]

Hey!

So yesterday I finally walked down to Specialty Luggage to see the Vera Bradley bags in person. I really love the Purple Punch in person. The Puccini was nice but I thought it looked a little brighter online than in person. The Mod Floral is nice to but maybe a little too much in the hipster. I tried on both the hipster and the mini and I definitely liked the hipster better. The mini was just a little too small for me. So it looks like the winner is....




Purple Punch Hipster!

I also got an e-mail that said if I spend $40 I think, I get the luggage tag for free. I just need to go buy it now and I am all set.

Oh and by the way, one of my fears was that I would buy it now and a couple months she would come out with more colors and I would like them better. Well the guy at the store gave me a little sneak peak to her next line of colors and they are all darker. Lots of teals I noticed. Which makes sense since that will be the fall line.

Thanks to all of you for your help with this!: