The Ever Changing Resort PTR, June 2016...Completed!

[ArielSRL]

Day 5 Plans 6/8

Ok, I'm going to try to get Day 5 and 6 posted tonight. I need to change Day 7 DHS plans. Even though I gave my parents the touring plans months ago, they just started looking at them this week and now I need to re-configure. Booking FP tomorrow night (Monday) at midnight! My mom doesn't ride as much stuff as the rest of us will, so I am going to have to book some alternate FP for her. She was looking at the touring plans and maps to see what was close by. So that's another added thing to worry about, but I think it will all be fine in the end. The only thing that I'm remotely worried about getting is 7DMT on arrival day. Everything else will probably be easy peasy. I *was* worried about MSEP on Thursday night, but apparently that's not available for our dates anymore so no need to worry! LOL

Onto the plans:


Okay, so we are doing a break after the M&G, then onto Disney Springs with a T-Rex ressie at 5:30 (trying to move to 6). Also, contingency plans: if FEA opens, I'll add it to this day and hopefully book a FP - which is why I have TT at rope drop, so we can change that one of necessary. If we get really lucky, and both FEA and Soarin is open for our trip, I'll change TT to Soarin and, as I explained on the Day 3 plans, drop FP at DHS and scale back those attractions, book FP for Epcot and add some more time/attractions to that portion of the day.

Forgive me for the lack of words. Its 11:19 and I've had a few glasses of wine - it is Spring Break, after all. Just trying to get it all posted before FP window opens!

Next up, Day 6!

 

[ArielSRL]

Day 6 Plans 6/9

Ok, so I still have MSEP on my touring plans for FP, but I think I'm going to change it to Monster's Inc, as that's like the longest wait on the plan without a FP except for BTMRR after MSEP.



If I change to Monster's, I'll do it from 9:30 - 10:30 and Space from 10:30-11:30, I think. Or 9:45-10:45 and 10:45-11:45. Something like that. Also, I will probably move Pirate's to after MSEP so we can start lining up earlier than what is on the plan. We'll watch from Frontierland or by Hall of Presidents.

Oh, and I'm trying to change Chef Mickey's to 5:30 but no luck yet.

Please let me know what you think!

I'll work on DHS Day here in a minute and I'll post after I get it right or maybe tomorrow. I might also post some photos of some other tanks and a dress I'm considering purchasing from Hot Topic, to get opinions. And, of course, I'll post tomorrow night or Tuesday morning what I got for FP.

Thanks, in advance for reading!

 

[hokieinpa]

Hi! Here and following along! Love your plans and the super cute shirts! I'm going to have to check out Hot Topic!

 

[ArielSRL]

Hi! Here and following along! Love your plans and the super cute shirts! I'm going to have to check out Hot Topic!

Thanks so much for reading! And yes, I had no idea about Hot Topic and now I'm incredibly in debt to them....hahaha.

 

[Jfsag123]

We finally have an overlap day with the Epcot day! On your MK day, I can't imagine Monster's Inc needing a FP in the morning, but am not sure what else you could replace it with, as pretty much the only thing that will need a FP in Tomorrowland that early you've already got booked with Space Mountain. Maybe Buzz or the Speedway? I might just save it and use it at BTMRR that night. Loving the plans so far!

 

[ArielSRL]

We finally have an overlap day with the Epcot day! On your MK day, I can't imagine Monster's Inc needing a FP in the morning, but am not sure what else you could replace it with, as pretty much the only thing that will need a FP in Tomorrowland that early you've already got booked with Space Mountain. Maybe Buzz or the Speedway? I might just save it and use it at BTMRR that night. Loving the plans so far!

Thanks! Yes, I am running into this problem a lot with the 3rd FP not really being needed. I think basically because I am using Touring Plans, and have a good plan, we really shouldn't have to do much waiting. As far as BTMRR, I may end up switching it to that...but, I'm figuring on getting a child swap pass on Arrival Day when we ride it then (b/c my 2 yr old can't ride) but my mom won't ride anyway (so not really needing the RS pass), so we plan to save it...and I hear that they can be good up to a month! So, if that is the case, we'll just use it this night. I have BTMRR on the plan for Sunday, too but its rope drop so there would be no need to use the rider swap then. In any case, its pretty much a fluid situation and I'll probably end up changing it anyway between tomorrow night and June 9th!

Thanks, again, for reading and replying!

 

[Jfsag123]

Thanks! Yes, I am running into this problem a lot with the 3rd FP not really being needed. I think basically because I am using Touring Plans, and have a good plan, we really shouldn't have to do much waiting. As far as BTMRR, I may end up switching it to that...but, I'm figuring on getting a child swap pass on Arrival Day when we ride it then (b/c my 2 yr old can't ride) but my mom won't ride anyway (so not really needing the RS pass), so we plan to save it...and I hear that they can be good up to a month! So, if that is the case, we'll just use it this night. I have BTMRR on the plan for Sunday, too but its rope drop so there would be no need to use the rider swap then. In any case, its pretty much a fluid situation and I'll probably end up changing it anyway between tomorrow night and June 9th!

Thanks, again, for reading and replying!

Yes, that makes total sense. And I still have a couple of rider swap passes that we got last year and didn't end up using (saved them for the scrapbook that I will never actually make), and they are dated as good for the entire month.

 

[ArielSRL]

Yes, that makes total sense. And I still have a couple of rider swap passes that we got last year and didn't end up using (saved them for the scrapbook that I will never actually make), and they are dated as good for the entire month.

Good to know! Thanks! I figure we'll ask at all the Rider Swap rides and save them for possible later use.

 

[ArielSRL]

Day 7 Plans 6/10

19 minutes and counting to FP booking! Wahoo!

OK, so this day is kind of crazy and I've made like 4 alt plans today ALONE! Thought I had it all set up and then found out my Jedi Training Academy show info was wrong so I had to adjust (again). I had to just write in Launch Bay and JTA to get it to fit our schedule and I also have written some alternate plans if we can't get the JTA show we want. AJ wants the latest show because he wants his light saber to light up. So I'll do my very best. Plan to arrive around 8:15 with AJ by bus because I've heard some days they let JTA sign ups in early. Mom, Dad, and Will can come in the car and not rush so much. We'll see how it works out. AJ says he is looking forward to JTA most so I want to get him in.

Oh, and I will go ahead and apologize for any ramblings I have already done and will do in this post. I am a night owl but I am forced to go to bed by about 11 to 12 most nights because of getting up at 5:30/6 for work. So last night, staying up til after 1 and my 2 yr old waking up several times (he's got a cold, or allergies or something going on), then a bunch of hassle today dealing with my car accident, and the fact that I've had a few glasses of wine - still Spring Break! - has all lead up to me being a tad punchy.

So let me just get to posting the plans. You'll see 5 FP because I am scheduling some of Mom's for other things for Dad or possibly me. She won't ride TSMM or ToT so I'm planning to change her TSMM to RnRC (and try to use Will's MB for a SDFP for it, as well) and her ToT to ST for Dad (and Will's for a SDFP for AJ if he decides to ride).

ETA: I forgot that when I wanted to schedule RnRC is currently during EMH so no FP for that. If the extend hours, then I'll try to jump on and change Mom's TSMM to that.

Here ya go:

I'll have to modify (again) if the Olaf M&G opens - I can get out of A&E, but AJ does like Olaf - and once we know more about the Star Wars fireworks.

Again, please let me know what you think. Thanks, in advance, for reading and now I am onto booking my FP!! Hoping it goes smoothly!

 

[ErinF]

Haven't had a chance to look closely at your new posts/plans (I will later tonight!), but just wanted to check in and see how FP+ reservations went last night. It was a welcome surprise that I was able to book mine last night--I had read that I would not be able to because June 4th is our room-only reservation, and June 5th is when our package with tickets starts. So by all accounts, tonight at midnight should have been when my window opened. I'm glad I decided to check (and thankfully I live in the central time zone so it was only 11 for me), because I would have been kicking myself had I realized I missed out on that opportunity. I too was worried about getting SDMT on our first day in the parks, but I snagged it. It's a little later than I'd planned, but it works fine in my TP because I basically switched its time with my ETwB FP+ time. I was able to get everything else within 10 minutes of what I had in my plans. I hope you had as much good luck as well!!!

 

[Jfsag123]

I'm amazed that you're able to juggle multiple FP reservations for different people. I thought about trying that, but think I would just end up confused. How did FP booking go? My window opens tomorrow night.

 

[ArielSRL]

Haven't had a chance to look closely at your new posts/plans (I will later tonight!), but just wanted to check in and see how FP+ reservations went last night. It was a welcome surprise that I was able to book mine last night--I had read that I would not be able to because June 4th is our room-only reservation, and June 5th is when our package with tickets starts. So by all accounts, tonight at midnight should have been when my window opened. I'm glad I decided to check (and thankfully I live in the central time zone so it was only 11 for me), because I would have been kicking myself had I realized I missed out on that opportunity. I too was worried about getting SDMT on our first day in the parks, but I snagged it. It's a little later than I'd planned, but it works fine in my TP because I basically switched its time with my ETwB FP+ time. I was able to get everything else within 10 minutes of what I had in my plans. I hope you had as much good luck as well!!!

Glad you got to go early and you figured it out! I got 7DMT only 5 min after what I wanted on arrival but I think it helped I was doing afternoon. The next day I got it 10 min later than I wanted.

Got everything I wanted after some re-tooling. Some are a little off so I'm actively trying to change them but all are workable. Once I got to day 6&7 the website went to pot and I had to give it some time to fix itself! Finally went back in and got it done. But I was up til after 2.

I'm amazed that you're able to juggle multiple FP reservations for different people. I thought about trying that, but think I would just end up confused. How did FP booking go? My window opens tomorrow night.

Yes, I went fairly slowly to make sure I didn't mess up. See above your quoted post to see how it went. Good luck to you tomorrow night.

I'm going to post screenshots of what I got here in a bit. I've been really lazy today. Having a bit of a letdown now that FP are indeed booked and that ROL has gone to sh*t!

 

[ArielSRL]

Scheduled Fast Passes

Ok, I decided to go ahead post the screenshots from the MDE app because that's probably the easiest way to get them posted. There's some ADRs and Entertainment there also, so I hope it isn't too confusing. Also some days we split FP as Mom doesn't ride several things, but it doesn't identify the guests for each FP on the app, so that may look a little jumbled too.


One didn't show up in the shot. I scheduled Mom for ST instead of ToT at 7:45 on Friday (our last park day) bc she won't ride ToT....but really the ST is for Dad. Also, I will have Will's MB with no tickets, so unless they close the loophole, I may use his for some SDFP - such as for ST Friday so that AJ can ride with Dad if he wants to.

Oh and I've already changed the Meet Disney pals in AK to 11:40-12:40. I wanted 11:30 but only 11:10 or 11:50 was there so I went with 11:10 bc I've heard you can usually get in up to 15 min after your FP time ends. But I just checked and grabbed the 11:40.

Some of the ones I scheduled probably won't be needed but I was struggling with what to schedule as my 3rd FP on a few days. Figured it wouldn't hurt to use them for something we had planned and if I need to switch things up beforehand or while in the parks, I have that option.

 

[Jfsag123]

Your FP selection looks good! Less than two months until your trip!!

 

[ArielSRL]

Your FP selection looks good! Less than two months until your trip!!

Thank you! 59 days!! Btw, aren't you doing FP selections tonight? Good luck!! Pixie dust!

 

[Jfsag123]

Thank you! 59 days!! Btw, aren't you doing FP selections tonight? Good luck!! Pixie dust!

Yes, tonight for me. Thank you!!

 

[ErinF]

Ok, I just have to say I find it hilarious that your mom won't do TSMM but does want to ride RnRC??!!

As usual, your plans look really great! One thing that caught my eye was at Epcot your oder for The Seas. You're doing Turtle Talk, then looking at all the tanks/exhibits, and last the Nemo ride. I know you can walk in there through the gift shop entrance, but I always thought the natural order was the Nemo ride first, since it takes you into the building, then see the tanks and Turtle Talk. {I'm grasping at straws here, because there's really not much to nitpick about your plans! }

At MK on June 9th, if you can time it just right, you might catch Wishes while you ride BTMR. It happened to us on our last trip (we did not plan it, just got super lucky), and it was so magical to be riding that while the fireworks were going off around us!

Glad FP+ selection went well. Yes, the website gave me problems, too. I remembered that from last time and just kept clicking retry (or whatever it says) over and over and over til it would go through.

It gets really hard to pass the time now, with FP+ done. I placed my Garden Grocer order today so that's checked off the list. Now it's just working on the packing list and shopping for little things we need for the trip. Hmmmm, what else to do???

 

[ArielSRL]

Ok, I just have to say I find it hilarious that your mom won't do TSMM but does want to ride RnRC??!!

Haha...no! I should've been more clear. Only Dad and I would do RnRC. But since she won't do TSMM one of us could use her MB for RnRC if I end up being able to book it.

As usual, your plans look really great! One thing that caught my eye was at Epcot your oder for The Seas. You're doing Turtle Talk, then looking at all the tanks/exhibits, and last the Nemo ride. I know you can walk in there through the gift shop entrance, but I always thought the natural order was the Nemo ride first, since it takes you into the building, then see the tanks and Turtle Talk. {I'm grasping at straws here, because there's really not much to nitpick about your plans! }

You're probably right. I truly have no idea. I'll have to see if I switch up the order, would I need to switch the FP time. Thanks for giving me a heads up!

At MK on June 9th, if you can time it just right, you might catch Wishes while you ride BTMR. It happened to us on our last trip (we did not plan it, just got super lucky), and it was so magical to be riding that while the fireworks were going off around us!

That would be awesome! I forgot I wanted to try that with BT and 7D. Our nights are very fluid so I just need to write myself some notes about trying that on the plans so I remember on our trip!

Glad FP+ selection went well. Yes, the website gave me problems, too. I remembered that from last time and just kept clicking retry (or whatever it says) over and over and over til it would go through.

I'm glad it wasn't just me. I read about someone else having problems too....but they went to bed and finished the next morning. Nope, I was staying up til that got finished...even though I paid for it Tuesday! Did it all work out for you?

It gets really hard to pass the time now, with FP+ done. I placed my Garden Grocer order today so that's checked off the list. Now it's just working on the packing list and shopping for little things we need for the trip. Hmmmm, what else to do???

I'm gonna do a prime pantry box I think. But I can't do cold stuff that way. We are driving so we have some wiggle room in the car...but not that much. I think I got a garden grocer coupon with my stroller rental, too. I just read they're expensive, so not sure what I'll end up doing.

To pass the time, I will be living on the DIS, but really have so many "normal life" things I need to focus on. But I can't seem to get off the Dis!

Trip wise, I've already started some packing piles. Need to buy some more stuff too. And get outfits in my mind for the boys. I'm sure there's plenty to keep my busy...just nothing as fun as FP selection!

Here's hoping the time passes quickly for us both!

 

[ErinF]

Haha...no! I should've been more clear. Only Dad and I would do RnRC. But since she won't do TSMM one of us could use her MB for RnRC if I end up being able to book it.

Ok, that makes sense!

I'm glad it wasn't just me. I read about someone else having problems too....but they went to bed and finished the next morning. Nope, I was staying up til that got finished...even though I paid for it Tuesday! Did it all work out for you?

I was definitely not going to risk waiting until the morning! I remembered the same thing happening 2 years ago, so I just kept trying til it worked. Yeah, I paid for it as well, especially since I had gotten up at 5 that day to register my little guy for swim lessons. So, so, so tired on Tuesday!

I'm gonna do a prime pantry box I think. But I can't do cold stuff that way. We are driving so we have some wiggle room in the car...but not that much. I think I got a garden grocer coupon with my stroller rental, too. I just read they're expensive, so not sure what I'll end up doing.

To pass the time, I will be living on the DIS, but really have so many "normal life" things I need to focus on. But I can't seem to get off the Dis!

Trip wise, I've already started some packing piles. Need to buy some more stuff too. And get outfits in my mind for the boys. I'm sure there's plenty to keep my busy...just nothing as fun as FP selection!

Here's hoping the time passes quickly for us both!

Yes, Garden Grocer is a little pricey ($14 delivery fee), but we did it last time and it was so convenient. And I got 10% off so at least saved a few bucks. Looked into Prime Pantry, but we would have needed at least two boxes, and DH just said do GG since it worked perfect last time. If I was driving, I would totally just bring everything. It's mostly drinks we ordered. A 32 pack of big water bottles, a 24 pack of smaller water bottles for the kids, a 32 pack of juice boxes, and a few breakfast and snack items like mini donuts, raisin bread, bananas, and Goldfish. And I do plan to pack some things in our suitcases as well like applesauce pouches and mini cereal boxes. We try to do most breakfasts in the room or in transit, and my kids are always wanting snacks, which would add up super fast, so I like to have my own.

Ah yes, normal life....sure to keep us plenty busy and help the time pass very fast!

 

[Gracefulskinny]

Catching up! Sorry to hear of your accident! Yikes that sounds scary!

The outfits look great!


Just scanned over the plans but no glaring issues jump out at me. Don't have opinions on Touring PLans myself. I tend to use EasyWDW and create up the plans myself. Having a few versions of the plans does end up working great in your favor.