The ABC's of Sauntering Through WDW- J is for: Just Like That, It's Judiciously Ended! (4/23)

[pkondz]

Sometimes a good meal begins with a recommendation. Other times, it happens quite accidentally... like my spur-of-the-moment meal at Terralina.

Either one is nice if the recommendation pans out or the spur-of-the-moment pans out.

I made sure to not break stride (or is that waddle?)

One saunters (or sashays) prior to a meal. Waddles after the meal.

I've always been impressed by their boots. I wonder if they're hard to walk in.

Took a spin through Andy's backyard:

Did you like it???

Whoa that looks good. Where was that?

had to stand on your bus ride home because someone thought their stroller needed a seat more than you did.

I don't get it. Are people that tired that common sense evaporates?

I hear they've fixed the infernally long trek to the bus stalls now at DHS.

Oh! Good! Glad to hear that!

A year ago, it was "Lace up yer boots, Ma'am, it's a long walk and there ain't no shade where yer goin'.

I'd heard that too.

Because -13F is the common default temp they keep the buses at.

Well, sure. They want to restore all the folks that have melted while waiting for hours in the Florida heat... and to give them a leg up when they get back out into it.


Doesn't work... but that's my theory.

A word to the wise: Allow more than plenty of time to go from park to park if you're passing through MK and it's a Party Night.

Since doors are falling off the monorails now,

Um... what????

Googled...



eep!

If I could've been assured of living after falling 20 feet, I'd try it for a lifetime AP though.

Hmmm... as a quadriplegic, though? I think you need to add a few more conditions.

Probably only after eating at Vic and Al's though, since that's what I'd want for my last meal, should it come to that.

Good choice. If you're gonna go out, go out with a bang (or a splat, in this case.)

I put on my best snoot, turned my nose up appropriately

(if I can't actually afford to stay there, I can pretend like it, right?),

Fake it til you make it. (aka, winning the lottery)

and sauntered into the lobby

Prior to waddling out.

sat down on one of the cushy loveseats and put my feet up on the marble coffee table. Don't worry, I moved the vase of flowers over first. Okay, just kidding.

Of course you're kidding. You kicked that vase right off the table like you owned the place, right?

I sat down on one of the loveseats put my head on the armrest, closed my eyes and listened to this guy for a bit.

Actually... that sounds pretty darned nice.

Waiting 13 hours for a bus in the sun and then recovering from hypothermia is very taxing on the body.

I can't even remember what time I work tomorrow. I hate getting old.

I don't have that problem. I just work every single freaking day.


sorry. been a while since I've had a day off.

I had to pee. Then again, well... see the above comment about getting old.

Pee more when you get old? Depends.

I passed by the bathroom and feeling lighter I was instantly in a better mood.

You passed it by!?!?!? Good Lord, girl! It was right there! Now some poor CM has to mop up the floor before someone slips and falls.

Much improved over the service at The Flying Fish. Side note: Is it okay to still be salty after 2 1/2 years? Someone please, help me channel my inner Elsa.

nah. The moratorium on that is 5 years, so you're only halfway there.

it was the end of the trip and I was "photo'd out".

Ah yes. I am familiar with this phenomenon.

Florida Shrimp,House-made Gnocchetti Sardi Pasta, spicy Puttanesca Sauce, Baby Spinach, Parmesan$16.00

That sounds good!

Money is to burn on vacation so I try to burn as much as I can.

Disney is very happy (and willing... and capable... and expert) to help you with that.

In all seriousness, I am very frugal when I'm not on vacation and spend only about $150 a month on the food that I cook at home. When I go out, most of what I order lasts 2-3 MORE meals beyond what I eat when I order.

Whoa! That's impressive. I think I spend that much in a week.

For my main course I orderded something not on the menu anymore- Halilbut.

They took it off jus for the halibut.

Pretty dish!

Now, if you know me at all, there is no guessing about my disdain and abhorrence of bananas.

Not sure I knew this? But... okay. And yet... I don't like frozen bananas, but like them most other ways.

A tiara fit for a queen.

And if the banana was too overwhelming, heck, I'd have the most expensive scoop of ice cream on property

$45? $70?

Fun fact: I'm 1/4 Belgian.

Huh... And going with the 1/4... I think it was Irish? Scottish?...

You're a melting pot all by yourself. Which is appropriate in the Florida heat.

Did I eat all of my dessert. No, but I came pretty close.

Good try. We're all proud of you.

repeat after me, Friends, "There is always room for dessert at Disney."

There is always room for dessert at Disney.

(stopping at a restroom before I actually do sneeze),

But good for you to actually stop at it this time.
The CM with the mop, following you, thanks you.

ask the bus driver when the 3:00 parade is for the next day,

I really must do this...

and bleed all over my white sheets at the French Quarter...

Oh, no! Not again???

 

[Jenny Sanders]

Have reservations for Citricos in September for the second time and I can't wait!

 

[docsoliday1]

Either one is nice if the recommendation pans out or the spur-of-the-moment pans out.



One saunters (or sashays) prior to a meal. Waddles after the meal.



I've always been impressed by their boots. I wonder if they're hard to walk in.



Did you like it???



Whoa that looks good. Where was that?




I don't get it. Are people that tired that common sense evaporates?



Oh! Good! Glad to hear that!



I'd heard that too.



Well, sure. They want to restore all the folks that have melted while waiting for hours in the Florida heat... and to give them a leg up when they get back out into it.


Doesn't work... but that's my theory.







Um... what????

Googled...

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eep!



Hmmm... as a quadriplegic, though? I think you need to add a few more conditions.



Good choice. If you're gonna go out, go out with a bang (or a splat, in this case.)







Fake it til you make it. (aka, winning the lottery)



Prior to waddling out.



Of course you're kidding. You kicked that vase right off the table like you owned the place, right?



Actually... that sounds pretty darned nice.







I don't have that problem. I just work every single freaking day.


sorry. been a while since I've had a day off.



Pee more when you get old? Depends.



You passed it by!?!?!? Good Lord, girl! It was right there! Now some poor CM has to mop up the floor before someone slips and falls.



nah. The moratorium on that is 5 years, so you're only halfway there.



Ah yes. I am familiar with this phenomenon.



That sounds good!



Disney is very happy (and willing... and capable... and expert) to help you with that.



Whoa! That's impressive. I think I spend that much in a week.



They took it off jus for the halibut.



Pretty dish!



Not sure I knew this? But... okay. And yet... I don't like frozen bananas, but like them most other ways.



A tiara fit for a queen.



$45? $70?



Huh... And going with the 1/4... I think it was Irish? Scottish?...

You're a melting pot all by yourself. Which is appropriate in the Florida heat.



Good try. We're all proud of you.



There is always room for dessert at Disney.





But good for you to actually stop at it this time.
The CM with the mop, following you, thanks you.



I really must do this...



Oh, no! Not again???

My theory regarding artic conditions on busses...

They're trying to prevent people from falling asleep on the busses. Will make it harder on the drivers and the schedule of they have to try to wake folks up.

 

[jedijill]

So I was at the GF waiting for the monorail with that door fell off...It was the last day of my trip and I just wanted to go the MK for a little bit before I had to leave. Nope, didn't make it.

I enjoy Citricos but haven't been there in forever. I need to check it out again one of these days. It's just so close to V&A nirvana that it seems like a cruel tease.

Jill in CO

 

[vamassey1]

Took a spin through Andy's backyard:

Can't wait to give this a try.

Either way, I hear they've fixed the infernally long trek to the bus stalls now at DHS.

I really hope they have fixed it. I'm sure you'll let us know next month.

I sat down on one of the loveseats put my head on the armrest, closed my eyes and listened to this guy for a bit.

This is what a really love about the resorts. Relaxing and enjoying the music.

Warm Chocolate Banana Torte with vanilla ice cream and handcrafted Belgian couverture chocolate crown $12.00

This looks fabulous!

So, my overall thoughts of Citricos? Would I rush to go back? Not really, it was a very good meal, but a very expensive one. I think for a nice date night, celebration, anniversary, or something like that, sure, it's definitely a go-to place. Both the service and food were high quality, but it's a lot of money for what you get. The TIW card I got at the beginning of the trip was certainly paying itself off nicely since I'd done a ton of TS places, and 20% is nothing to sneeze at in a place like this.

Thanks for the review.

 

[suse66]

You all are making me want to travel there!

Our plan is working!

But, it was time to try a new place on my Disney Dine-a-thon.

An old favourite of ours!

Okay, just kidding. I sat down on one of the loveseats put my head on the armrest, closed my eyes and listened to this guy for a bit. Waiting 13 hours for a bus in the sun and then recovering from hypothermia is very taxing on the body.

It's so relaxing in the GF looby! Funny story, on our first Disney trip we stayed at the GF. When we returned from the parks each day, the pianist would be playing in the lobby and Jamie (then 6) would be so mad! He would say "Mummy, can't you make him stop doing that??" To this day I have no idea what he found so annoying.

I must say, Citricos is a very lovely venue. Muted and understated with an air of elegance. Not really overly themed, just minimalist with a soft touch. I did not get a window table, but that was okay. It was still a nice enough spot and I chose a seat facing the window which was enough.

It is very mellow and relaxing.

Florida Shrimp,House-made Gnocchetti Sardi Pasta, spicy Puttanesca Sauce, Baby Spinach, Parmesan$16.00

That is HUGE!

In all seriousness, I am very frugal when I'm not on vacation and spend only about $150 a month on the food that I cook at home. When I go out, most of what I order lasts 2-3 MORE meals beyond what I eat when I order.

Ok, $150/month How??? My food budget is crazy.......if I am under $1,000/month, I am thrilled.

For my main course I orderded something not on the menu anymore- Halilbut.

I adore halibut, so delicious!

Warm Chocolate Banana Torte with vanilla ice cream and handcrafted Belgian couverture chocolate crown $12.00

Best. Dessert. Ever. This is what I had the night we dined there for the twin's 8th birthday celebrations and I still have fond memories of that dessert. So good!

Why? Because repeat after me, Friends, "There is always room for dessert at Disney."

I think humans should have 2 stomachs....one for the healthy stuff and one for dessert!

So, my overall thoughts of Citricos? Would I rush to go back? Not really, it was a very good meal, but a very expensive one. I think for a nice date night, celebration, anniversary, or something like that, sure, it's definitely a go-to place. Both the service and food were high quality, but it's a lot of money for what you get. The TIW card I got at the beginning of the trip was certainly paying itself off nicely since I'd done a ton of TS places, and 20% is nothing to sneeze at in a place like this.

Seriously thinking of getting a TIW card for our trip this summer. Wouldn't it be great if V&A's would accept it??

 

[docsoliday1]

Our plan is working!

An old favourite of ours!

It's so relaxing in the GF looby! Funny story, on our first Disney trip we stayed at the GF. When we returned from the parks each day, the pianist would be playing in the lobby and Jamie (then 6) would be so mad! He would say "Mummy, can't you make him stop doing that??" To this day I have no idea what he found so annoying.

It is very mellow and relaxing.

That is HUGE!

Ok, $150/month How??? My food budget is crazy.......if I am under $1,000/month, I am thrilled.

I adore halibut, so delicious!

Best. Dessert. Ever. This is what I had the night we dined there for the twin's 8th birthday celebrations and I still have fond memories of that dessert. So good!

I think humans should have 2 stomachs....one for the healthy stuff and one for dessert!

Seriously thinking of getting a TIW card for our trip this summer. Wouldn't it be great if V&A's would accept it??

I got the TIW card, but I'm seriously debating its value...

Sure, I save 20%, but then an automatic 18% gratuity (don't even get me started on AUTOMATIC tips )

So...I'm saving 2%. Stellar!

With AP or DVC, I get 10 or 15% and no automatic tip. I normally tip 20% (or better) anyway, I just strongly object to having the decision/option taken away from me.

Since one cannot predict whether you'll get good service or not, hard to say if TIW is a good value or not.

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

After a week of already eating rich food and too much of it, I made sure to not break stride (or is that waddle?) and ordered enough food for several people.

I'm proud of you! Way to finish strong.

Heh, it's either that one or the eternally long halls at Animal Kingdom Lodge after you've been at MK for 14 hours and had to stand on your bus ride home because someone thought their stroller needed a seat more than you did.

I love people.

Because -13F is the common default temp they keep the buses at.

You're not kidding! I have never understood why they keep the buses at meat locker temperatures.

Since I'd allowed plenty of time to make it to my destination, I acted like I owned the place, sat down on one of the cushy loveseats and put my feet up on the marble coffee table. Don't worry, I moved the vase of flowers over first.

Now that's considerate of you.

Side note: Is it okay to still be salty after 2 1/2 years?

Sure! Who wouldn't want to go through life filled with bitterness?

looking at the All ears menus (it's what DISsers do)

Now, if you know me at all, there is no guessing about my disdain and abhorrence of bananas. Gross. BUT!!! There are caveats. Bananas are not bad as: Disneyland Frozen Bananas with choco and nuts of course, and cooked in a bread or cake. Sparingly.

Now I'll eat a banana by itself. But I don't want them anywhere near my dessert. And definitely no "banana-flavored" items.

Fun fact: I'm 1/4 Belgian.

On your mother's uncle's cousin's sister's roommate's side?

 

[pkondz]

I got the TIW card, but I'm seriously debating its value...

Sure, I save 20%, but then an automatic 18% gratuity (don't even get me started on AUTOMATIC tips )

So...I'm saving 2%. Stellar!

With AP or DVC, I get 10 or 15% and no automatic tip. I normally tip 20% (or better) anyway, I just strongly object to having the decision/option taken away from me.

Since one cannot predict whether you'll get good service or not, hard to say if TIW is a good value or not.

I’m thinking of getting the TIW card. My thoughts...
It’s very rare for me to tip less than 20%. Actually, almost always tip over 20%. But... if you force an 18% tip on me, then that is what you’ll get.

So... considering that I’d tip above 20% anyways... I’m actually saving over 20%.

And you can bet that if service is bad enough that I’d not tip or tip low... and I’m forced to tip 18%... the manager will hear about it and I will get that removed.

Or... simply not use the card and not tip.

 

[Steppesister]

Lots of interesting and fun chatter, Everyone. Day off tomorrow and hope to get caught up then... meanwhile, maybe if you wish hard enough it'll be Friday soon...

 

[Steppesister]

Just an FYI, this TR only has one, maybe 2, updates left in it. (Contain your excitement.) Not only has it been dying a slow, painful death for a few months now, I'm running out of material. Just in time too, I already have a PTR up (have for a while now- see previous comment about containing your excitement) for the May EPIC Girl's Trip and will want to dive into that as soon as I get back. I'm pretty darned tootin' excited for a lot of things about this trip: It's the first vacation I've had with my Mommy since... like forever. I'm not even sure we've EVER traveled together since maybe high school. That was umm... a long time ago; Flower and Garden will be on; there will be LOADS of other DISWomen I've been wanting to meet for a very long time; GREAT meals lined up; a new to me resort stay; etc....

So, if you haven't chimed in here on this TR for a while and want to, now would be a good time. Your opportunities for fame and zero fortune are winding down. If however, you want to jump into the PTR that will soon enough become Steppe's next Great Adventure of EPIC proportions, you can find it on the PTR side. When I get back, I'll ask the Mods to move it over to this side.

Meanwhile, sorry it's only Tuesday. Have an extra cup of coffee... you'll make it. If you don't drink coffee, put on a little MSEP music to ease the pain.

 

[pkondz]

Just an FYI, this TR only has one, maybe 2, updates left in it. (Contain your excitement.)

Nope! Excitement not contained. I love your updates!
I'm sorry to see it ending, but glad another is just around the corner.

Not only has it been dying a slow, painful death

Hardly.

It's the first vacation I've had with my Mommy since... like forever.

Very nice! I'm sure you guys will have a great time.

I'm not even sure we've EVER traveled together since maybe high school. That was umm... a long time ago;

Yeah, 10 years is a long time.
(Ha! Didn't think I knew that, huh? But I remember your nursing school time and that was after your time abroad. So... ergo... about 10 years ago.)

Meanwhile, sorry it's only Tuesday.

nope! it's my Thursday! Day off coming... uh... Thursday... now I'm confused.

 

[docsoliday1]

Just an FYI, this TR only has one, maybe 2, updates left in it. (Contain your excitement.) Not only has it been dying a slow, painful death for a few months now, I'm running out of material. Just in time too, I already have a PTR up (have for a while now- see previous comment about containing your excitement) for the May EPIC Girl's Trip and will want to dive into that as soon as I get back. I'm pretty darned tootin' excited for a lot of things about this trip: It's the first vacation I've had with my Mommy since... like forever. I'm not even sure we've EVER traveled together since maybe high school. That was umm... a long time ago; Flower and Garden will be on; there will be LOADS of other DISWomen I've been wanting to meet for a very long time; GREAT meals lined up; a new to me resort stay; etc....

So, if you haven't chimed in here on this TR for a while and want to, now would be a good time. Your opportunities for fame and zero fortune are winding down. If however, you want to jump into the PTR that will soon enough become Steppe's next Great Adventure of EPIC proportions, you can find it on the PTR side. When I get back, I'll ask the Mods to move it over to this side.

Meanwhile, sorry it's only Tuesday. Have an extra cup of coffee... you'll make it. If you don't drink coffee, put on a little MSEP music to ease the pain.

I'm happy another will be starting not at all this one is ending.

I'm a little hurt. I'm looking forward to finally getting to meet you, but I guess the feeling isn't mutual...you mention meeting all the DISWomen.

100% teasing.

 

[amazingact21]

Citricos sounds lovely. I can absolutely relate on the whole food portion topic. Alex and I refer to our eating habits at WDW as our "Disney stomachs." We always eat way more than we normally do. Which is all fine on the trip when we've prepared to indulge, but then we get home and have to re-train our appetites. I'll never forget going out to dinner with my in-laws a few days after our vacation and my sister in-law commenting, "You know you can order the lunch portion for dinner that way it costs less and you'll still have enough to take home." She remembered how little I ate of my meals, but after stuffing my face for a week in Orlando I felt deprived! I had texted Alex under the table, "I'm still hungry! Where's my dessert dining credit?!"


Thank goodness the walkways to the buses at DHS seem to be finished and aren't quite so long. Should hopefully make your trip in a few weeks slightly easier. No guarantee about the monorail doors, though. I'm afraid you're still taking your life into your own hands by boarding the highway in the sky.

 

[Terra Nova guy]

And even had a dip into here:

What's the drink? It looks good. I'm assuming this is at Baseline Taphouse?

I froze during the ride as per usual. Because -13F is the common default temp they keep the buses at. Ask any bus driver. They know.

I have to agree. No matter if it's in F or C, those buses are cold!

Since doors are falling off the monorails now, I listened to the spiel and Mantengase'd alejado de las puertas.

I read that Bombardier was awarded a contract to build new ones. I have no idea when that will happen though. Probably not soon enough.

I put on my best snoot, turned my nose up appropriately (if I can't actually afford to stay there, I can pretend like it, right?), and sauntered into the lobby.

Oh, I should try that sometime. Look like I can afford to stay there.

I sat down on one of the loveseats put my head on the armrest, closed my eyes and listened to this guy for a bit.

I have never been in the GF lobby. I really seems like a nice spot to visit, and much easier than other resorts. I've passed by several times on the monorail of course.

I can't even remember what time I work tomorrow. I hate getting old.

I've never had any problems with getting old. Although I'm still trying to figure out how the milk got in the cupboard...

I still end up going back to ordering what I had already picked out 8 months prior by looking at the All ears menus (it's what DISsers do)

Truth! Either from Allears, or from a trip report.

Now, if you know me at all, there is no guessing about my disdain and abhorrence of bananas. Gross. BUT!!! There are caveats. Bananas are not bad as: Disneyland Frozen Bananas with choco and nuts of course, and cooked in a bread or cake. Sparingly.

Hmmm...I did not know that. I actually make a pretty decent banana muffin though.

 

[pkondz]

I've never had any problems with getting old. Although I'm still trying to figure out how the milk got in the cupboard...

 

[MAGICFOR2]

Just chiming in to wish you and all of the DISpeeps
A great trip! I'll be heading West while you are heading East. Any chance you'll be at PDX on the 3rd? We have a 4 hour layover that morning. Maybe we can have a bloody Mary together!

 

[franandaj]

OK all caught up here!

Did you get the large bread service for yourself? We split that with Jim and Alberto and four of us had a difficult time finishing. Odd about the scallops, I like mine seared kinda crisp and those looked, well soggy.

I've never heard of a classic margarita being rimmed with sugar, just the fruited ones. Iink don't think I'd like that cause I like the salty sour taste. Even though it's bad for my blood pressure I still like it!

I've only dined at Citricos once and it was so long ago, I don't even remember! I would like to go back but convincing Fran might be a wee bit tough!

So I was at the GF waiting for the monorail with that door fell off...It was the last day of my trip and I just wanted to go the MK for a little bit before I had to leave. Nope, didn't make it.

When was this?

 

[jedijill]

When was this?

Last November when I went to FL for F&W.

https://behindthethrills.com/2018/11/doors-fall-off-monorail-at-walt-disney-world/

Jill in CO

 

[Steppesister]

I know I'm way behind but had to comment on Citricos It's our absolute favorite signature with our absolute favorite server Rony! We've never had a bad meal and the service is above and beyond any other Disney restaurant we've been to. I get sad when we finish a trip and haven't been there; yes it's expensive but to us always worth it! I'm glad you enjoyed the food and service!

I think I remembered it's one of your faves. I remember because I remember you raving about Rony. The food was very good but I think I'd have enjoyed it all a bit more if I'd gotten a window table. I'd go back but have a long list of other places I really want to try our first.