The Whole Family is FINALLY Doing WDW Right since 2007 ~ An August PTR at AKV & BLT

[Nemo32]

So, since I am having writer's block with my thesis, I took the time to compose a Packing List! YAY! Anything any of you would add or leave out? I ask this esp. of jjohnson

Clothing for 8 days
• T-Shirts/Tanks
• Sundresses
• Shorts
• Sneakers
• Sandals
• Socks
• Bathing Suit

Toiletries
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Razor
• Shaving Gel
• Deodorant
• Hair Brush
• Soap
• 2-in-1 Shampoo
• Q-Tips
• Make-Up
• Make-Up Remover

Electronics
• I-Pod
• Cell phone
• Camera
• Chargers
• Kindle (although it might thesis reading and French studying all trip!)

Misc.
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Notebook with Pen (for TR notes!)
• Dooney & Bourke bag (my carry-on and park bag)
• Hair Ties
• Ponchos

Anything else??? Or lookin' good?

 

[BearcatsFan]

8 days!

 

[emmysmommy]

You are in single digits and just a little over a week to go.... How EXCITING!!!

As for your packing list - I don't see the rubber duckies for the bathtub. Actually, looks good to me. I overpack so I can't judge packing lists! BTW... I am bringing a rain poncho as well and DH is giving me a hard time but we'll see who is laughing when he is drenched and I'm dry under the plastic.

Happy packing!!

 

[teekathepony]

Looks like you're down to just one week!!
The only thing I might add to the packing list, under electronics would be memory cards for the camera... but you might have lumped that together with the camera itself!

 

[jjohnson]

Hey I just realized we can start checking the 10 day forecast

 

[BearcatsFan]

6 days!!

 

[Nemo32]

8 days!

6 days!!

You are in single digits and just a little over a week to go.... How EXCITING!!!

As for your packing list - I don't see the rubber duckies for the bathtub. Actually, looks good to me. I overpack so I can't judge packing lists! BTW... I am bringing a rain poncho as well and DH is giving me a hard time but we'll see who is laughing when he is drenched and I'm dry under the plastic.

Happy packing!!

Never leave behind rain ponchos! I think to avoid overpacking I am going to use a smaller suitcase.

Looks like you're down to just one week!!
The only thing I might add to the packing list, under electronics would be memory cards for the camera... but you might have lumped that together with the camera itself!

I should bring lots of memory cards for all of the photos I am going to take for the TR!

Hey I just realized we can start checking the 10 day forecast

SO EXCITED!!!

 

[Nemo32]

So...I babysit my niece, Mikaela, every Monday. It is my cousin's daughter, but we are like sisters so I am Aunt Katie.

As a "just because" gift for babysitting she bought me a Disney Dooney & Burke card holder AND wristlet...

...be jealous!

It was super sweet, extravagant and unnecessary, but totally appreciated. I would really like to pick up something special for my niece while at WDW - any ideas?

That is all for now. I will update later with a bit more about us...fav park...fav ride...must do, etc...

 

[BearcatsFan]

That was so sweet ... and yes, I am INSANELY JEALOUS! My D&B bag is boring black and gold, very traditional ... nothing cute like that one!

 

[teekathepony]

Adorable D&B! How sweet of them to get it for you too!

 

[jjohnson]

How about a blanket

 

[Nemo32]

That was so sweet ... and yes, I am INSANELY JEALOUS! My D&B bag is boring black and gold, very traditional ... nothing cute like that one!

I am very, very lucky. And any D&B bag is great!

Adorable D&B! How sweet of them to get it for you too!

I will have to get them something special.

How about a blanket

 

[Nemo32]

I thought it might be fun to tell you all a little more about us and what we look forward to doing whilst in the parks!

Father
Fav Park: AK
Fav Ride: Most shows, like American Idol
Must Do: Relax
Must Eat: A good steak

Joyce
Fav Park: MK/AK
Fav Ride: Soarin'/ToT/EE
Must Do: Wishes
Must Eat: Dole Whip/Dinner at Ohana

Me
Fav Park: MK
Fav Ride: EE
Must Do: Wishes/Illuminations
Must Eat: Tonga Toast

Richard
Fav Park: EP
Fav Ride: RnR
Must Do: Visit Japan in WS
Must Eat: Grilled chicken sandwich from The Plaza

Elise
Fav Park: She knows not MK
Fav Ride: EE/Dino
Must Do: FotLK/WS
Must Eat: Lunch at Saana

Kenneth
Fav Park: AK
Fav Ride: TSM
Must Do: Arcade at The Contemporary Resort
Must Eat: Funnel Cake

And that's about it...what are some of your favorites and must dos???

5 MORE DAYS!!!

 

[BearcatsFan]

I love this list! Very cool.

What are some of my favs? Hmmm let's see ... favorite park is MK. Favorite ride is Haunted Mansion. Must do is Space Mountain. Must eat is mango gelato from Cosmic Ray's.

5 days!!

 

[emmysmommy]

Definitely jealous!!! That was such a kind gesture and what an awesome - "just because" gift!!

Like you, my favorite park is MK and I love EE. I also have Peter Pan on my must do list. I can't get enough Wishes or Magic, Memories, & You (do they still do that in WDW??)

Other favorites:
Restaurant: California Grill
Snack: Carrot Cake cookie at DHS

 

[Nemo32]

I love this list! Very cool.

What are some of my favs? Hmmm let's see ... favorite park is MK. Favorite ride is Haunted Mansion. Must do is Space Mountain. Must eat is mango gelato from Cosmic Ray's.

5 days!!

HM is great too!! I will have to look for the mango gelato, sounds delicious!

Definitely jealous!!! That was such a kind gesture and what an awesome - "just because" gift!!

Like you, my favorite park is MK and I love EE. I also have Peter Pan on my must do list. I can't get enough Wishes or Magic, Memories, & You (do they still do that in WDW??)

Other favorites:
Restaurant: California Grill
Snack: Carrot Cake cookie at DHS

Peter Pan is so magical! And EE is my top favorite...if only the Yeti wasn't in B mode

 

[BearcatsFan]

3 days!! Can you tell I'm as excited as you probably are?

You probably won't be on much over the next few days with getting busy to go, so I hope you have a safe and FANTASTIC trip and look forward to your post-trip report!

 

[Nemo32]

3 days!! Can you tell I'm as excited as you probably are?

You probably won't be on much over the next few days with getting busy to go, so I hope you have a safe and FANTASTIC trip and look forward to your post-trip report!

One more update to come tomorrow night!!!

 

[BearcatsFan]

One more update to come tomorrow night!!!

 

[Nemo32]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b95oyhSd5ls

Best Disney commercial ever? Maybe, just maybe.

Ok...so I am all packed...my lovely mother picked up a brand new suitcase for me...since both of the Disney luggage I own have broken wheels from overuse. Probably all those WDW trips

And plenty of room left for all of those souvenirs!!!

I, unfortunately, have to bring French to study and articles to read for my thesis...but I suppose there's nothing wrong with doing homework poolside with a drink in hand. Right? Right.

And, of course, my Disney Dooney & Burke LIME GREEN park bag! Thanks, cousin, Kassye

It is quite small, but on a positive spin - it forces me to really consider what I really need to bring to the parks.

Ok...so everything is all packed, just some last minute things to do.

Thank you all for reading!!! Have a magical week while I'm in WDW