To Infinity & Beyond - Day 3 - Extra Magic

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Again, due to the number of pictures I want to share, this day will be in several parts, following on below, so you may have to nip back later to catch it all!!

Day 3 26th March 2008 Disneyland Park & Lucky Nugget

We had booked early calls for 6-50am, but I was up and in the shower by 6-30am. It took some moving the rest of the team, but we were up and ready for our VIP breakfast at 7-30am. It was really nice to be seated right beside the wonderful log fire in the Redwood Bar. There was lovely fresh bread, cereals, meats etc, and the much needed coffee and juices. There were only about 10 people in there, so it was very relaxed. Lisa and I needed to take Jordan for his disabled pass from City Hall, so we sent the rest of the team off to Fantasy Land at 8am to take full advantage of EMH. Jordan wanted a couple of pictures for his mum of the view, both accross the lake and in front of our lovely hotel.

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We got to the park & went straight to City Hall to pick up Jordans pass. We went armed with his full medical history, but all they really needed was his blue disabled badge - the one thing we didn't bring!! His condition is very complex, and the only surgery left for him now is a heart lung transplant, which will happen when his condition deteriorates, so hopefully not for some time yet. Considering he was only given 48 hours to live back in 2000, you can see what a fighter he is, so he won't give in too easily. He is my real hero. The disabled pass was to have great benefits over the next couple of days. We eventually made our way up Main Street, and it was amazing to see it completely empty.

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Jordan took these next two pictures as a wheelchair view of main Street

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and the castle!!

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We soon joined up with the others, who had already done Dumbo and Peter Pan. I wanted to take Jordan on Peter Pan, and Becky was more than happy to go straight back on, with several "ahhhs" along the way. Max wasn’t too keen on the Peter Pan ride, as it was a bit scary for him, so Ben took him back on Dumbo,

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and then he went on again with Jordan after we got off Pan. All the boys wanted to do the Tea Cups again,

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before we went on the carousel.

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We had to have the customary castle pictures along the way:

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And the boys took turns at pinching a lift with Jordan!!

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To be continued below

 

[kevg1889]

Day 3 Continued

We moved on to Discovery land next to get on Buzz, as both Jake & Max were determined to kill off the evil Zurg. Funnily enough, Max was not too keen on the moving Buzz as you walked through the queue

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I had to buy them replica guns, like the ones used on the ride, but I regretted it as the day went on, as they were very, very noisy. Next came Space Mountain, which I thought was even better than the Orlando version. Becks loved it and would have gone straight back on, but the boys were getting restless, so we moved on.

The queue for Autopia was massive, but our disabled pass took Jordan, Ben, Jake Max & myself straight to the front, and all the boys really enjoyed it, despite the look on Max's face, but that was because he had to get off!!

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I looked after Max while all the others went on Star Wars. He was having a real good battle with a young French boy, both using their Buzz Lightyear guns, and he was having a great time. We all managed to get into Honey I Shrunk the Audience, which was Becky’s first 3D show. I found it a bit confusing, as you could hear the French version, even with the headphones on, so I didn’t enjoy it as much as I do on Orlando, but it is still very good.

We headed off to Frontier Land next, and immediately Fast Passed Big Thunder Mountain, where the queue time was currently at 90 minutes. Lisa booked us into the Lucky Nugget for 2-45pm, so we went on Phantom Manor. Becky had been a bit wary of this ride, but like all the others she was mesmerised by the detail that goes into everything. Next came one of our only disappointments of the holiday. The boys were longing to see Woody & Jessie at Woody’s Roundup, so we queued for around 40 minutes and just as they got to the front, the characters just turned and left without warning. Surely a CM could have been there to stop people queuing if there was no chance of them getting to meet their heroes. This was how close we got:

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and here's the couple of them beating a hasty retreat!!

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The boys had to make do with the more staionary characters, but by the look on Jakes face as he looks at Stinky Pete, he doesn't seem too downhearted.

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Not too sure whether this cockerel was animatronic or real, but Jakey zapped it with his buzz gun just to be on the safe side!!

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We moved on to BTM, as it was time for our fastpass. We had to go in two shifts so Becks & Lisa looked after Max while Liam & I took all the boys on. This was a risk, as we did not know how Jakey and Jordan would be, but they both wanted to do it. Jordan clung on to me for dear life, and Jakey was the same with Liam, but they both got through it, although I don’t think either of them will be doing it again!! I thought it was better than the one in Orlando, but Ben thought they were both as good as each other. Jordan must have been hiding on the floor of the train when this picture was taken, and Jakey is just on his way down!!

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I went to Fastpass Indiana Jones while Becks and Lisa had their turn on BTM while the boys had a rest and looked after the now sleeping Max. The girls both loved BTM.

We went to take our turn on Indiana, with Ben & I getting two turns. This was a completely new one for us, and quite a good ride. We made our way to Pirates of the Carribean, taking in the wonderful skull rock and pirate ship along the way

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Time was moving on towards our lunch reservationat the Lucky Nugget. In hindsight we should have waited until after lunch to do POC, as it is one of our favourites, (especially Jordans) and the rush spoiled it a little, as we were really clock watching. We ended up almost running down to the Golden Nugget, just getting there in time.

To be continued below

 

[kevg1889]

Day 3 Continued

The Lucky Nugget is a lovely building, and we were seated in a row along a bar type set up. There was a band playing, and the characters were soon visiting our table.

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First it was Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum,

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This one must be Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dummer!!

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Next to visit us were Robin Hood and Friar Tuck.

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The food was very good, buffet style with ribs, pasta, fajitas, chips, chilli with cheese etc. There were also a selection of salads, cheeses & breads & then a very good selection of deserts.

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We then had Mr Smee,

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The kids loved Pinocchio, with the bigger boys making several references to a family friend with an equally big nose - no names mentioned eh Robbo!!

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Minnie Mouse came next much to Max's delight

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this really is a look of love!!

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We also had the ever lively Pluto visiting us, but he was moving too quick to get a picture (or I was too busy eating!!). We finished our meal just in time to nip through to Main Street, to watch the parade from the wheelchair area at the bottom end. We enjoyed it every bit as much, if not more than the first time, and were greatly amused when Ursula came by to hear Max screaming and hiding under his blanket. The park just seemed to empty as the parade finished, and although we had planned to go back for a swim, we were concerned at how many people were rushing back towards the hotels, and fearing that the pool might be over crowded, we instead decided to have an hour in the Studio Park.

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This is the first time Liam has ever had a mop in his hand!!

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And this a photo that Becky had been looking forward to, with the Walt & Mickey statue

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We headed straight for the brilliant, superb Tower of Terror, with only a ten-minute wait. The Bell Hop was very funny and helped to make the ride really special, and again, in my opinion, better than the Orlando one. It was really funny watching Becky’s reaction, and we just had to buy the official photo.

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We went to see what the queue for Crush was like, but it was 90 minutes, so we gave it a miss and instead the boys went on cars.

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We queued for half an hour, but it was a very amusing half hour, as Max had a little French girl chatting him up, and it was very funny to watch. All the boys and Becks really enjoyed the ride, and it was one of Jordans favourites. We quickly fitted in a turn on the Magic carpets, before heading back to the main park for Candlebration.

We again got a privileged position, just to the side of the stage, which led to the characters coming right up close to us. It was a nice show, but not quite dark enough to get the full effect of the candles.

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We had a quick look (not quick enough for Max!!) at the dragon, below the castle, and enjoyed seeing the park by night

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before heading back to the lodge, to take the kids for a swim. The pool is lovely, with a very good slide and hot tub. There is also a steam room and sauna as well as a gym. The pool was very busy, and the water was quite cold. This may be due to the pool running outside, though the outside section was covered and the doors closed. The towel hire was a little expensive too at 2 euros each, so I would advise taking room towels down. The boys had a really good time, but it was getting late now, so we took them back ready for bed.

We had a lovely singalong with Jakey, as he lay in his bed, before he finally dropped off to sleep. Ben and Jordan watched the boys, while we slipped into the Redwood bar, to sample the beer and cocktails. The girls paid a little extra to keep the sovenir cocktail glasses. We then nipped down to Annettes for a takeaway, but the takeaway area was closed, so we ended up fetching burgers from McDonalds. This was so obviously not Disney, as the service was abysmal. We eventually dropped into bed at around 12-30pm, at the end of another exhilarating and unforgettable day.



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[Dianetigger]

Fantastic! Your enjoyment and enthusiasm is just shining through in each of the reports!

 

[DLPdaft]

I could read your trip reports forever!!

Jordan is an inspiration - you guys crammed so much in, something for everyone.

Just lovely - more, please .

Elaine

 

[ema74]

WOW!!! A long day in the park!

Great report as always!

 

[A Small World]

Another brilliant day.
I think you must have been following us about that day though as we were also in the park for 8.00 EMH doing Fantasyland rides first then Buzz. We also had lunch at Lucky Nugget but we had an early sitting of 12.00 (different characters)

 

[kevg1889]

Really sorry to have missed you small world, but we were moving so quick, we would only have been a blur!! There was still so much more that we wanted to see and do, we will just have to go back soon.

 

[tennisfan]

Another great & busy day, you fit so much in considering there were young children with you Lovely photos. I am really enjoying reading your report. Thanks for sharing

 

[Cyrano]

Another great report.

Shame about the numpty at the back of the ToT photo

 

[kevg1889]

You always get one Cyrano don't you?

 

[stargatebarbie]

wow what stars your boys are , you managed to do so much and seemed to please everyone. Can I ask at what point do you get your photo took on tower of terror as im not very brave but would like to try to open my eyes at some point

 

[Elroe63]

Great trip report. you must be worn out getting up early, having all that time in the parks then going for a swim! Deffo more stamina than I have!

 

[karenmoloney]

I am really enjoying your reports & photos & am looking forward to future installments. I also admire your stamina!

 

[Ware Bears]

I am loving your reports ~ more please!!

 

[britchic4]

You certainly managed to pack it in! And I'm really seeing the benefit of extra adults to look after the little ones while you go on some of the rides they can't manage! Keep on writing. In fact you might have to go again so we can all read about it.

 

[kevg1889]

If only we could go again Britchic. It was certainly a week I'll never forget, and hopefully the boys will remember it too. As well as all the hundreds of photo's that we took, we also took around 4 hours of video, which we had the pleasure of watching last Sunday, and parts of it had us in tears, both of laughter and sheer enjoyment. Once I finally finish the mammoth task of writing up this report I will try and add a couple of video clips too. I will probably be ready for another holiday by then!!

I'm not sure when the photo is taken on TOT stargatebarbie, as I was too busy laughing & screaming!!

 

[megadethrules]

Awesome report! Your son is an absolute Legend, and tell him this is coming from a fellow teenager (I'm only 18!) so it's not from an old fogie

I'm mega excited for me and my GF's trip in June! But slightly worried now because if you can't see candleabration properly now, what chance do I have in June (and the park shuts at 7!) Aaaah!

 

[kevg1889]

Are you sure the park shuts at 7 in June? I know that the studio park shuts at that time, but the main park was staying open until 9pm. The candles looked lovely once it turned a little darker. I hope that the covers are off the castle drawbridge by the time you go, as it does take a little of the special effect off the castle from the front view.

Don't worry about a thing though, because it is all special, no matter how old you are.

 

[megadethrules]

So far that's what the Disney site is saying (both shut at seven on both the days we're going, wed/thu) I'm putting down to it still not technically being summer yet as we're going early in June.... still sucks though. I guess there's a slight chance it could change...(prays)


After the park "shuts" can you still go to the restaurants, or do they close at the same time as the rides?