~!Who knew you could relax in Disney?~Mother/Daughter Tr~5/2 May Trip Plans Days 5-8

[dawnbu40]

That's so exciting that you're staying at the YC! I'm going to have to make it over there sometime...mainly because of SAB

I always have to ride Imagination as well! Although its not the original version (possibly my all-time favorite attraction), I <3 Figment!

Thank you SAB is awesome! On the second half of this TR we'll be at BCV and we all fell in love with SAB!

Glad to hear we aren't the only Figment fans

 

[dawnbu40]

WOW NO Gift Cards!!! I'm really glad you shared this. When we went to the World, we did it on cash and GCs. There were points where I was a little nervous about losing over 1k of cash on me. Good info to know.... maybe a Visa gift Card *shrugg*?

I don't like carrying a lot of cash on vacation either that's why we did gc too. Next time I will just try to divide it up between cash and gc

 

[meeko_33785]

LOL at Caitlin loving Captain EO. I never did get to see this on my trip, but I wasn't too disappointed. Based on what I've seen of it, I'd probably have a oppinion of it closer to you and Dale. It does look pretty outdated.

I do admit, I don't get Vinalmations at all, but I thought the decorations in D-Street were a lot of fun to see.

 

[dawnbu40]

LOL at Caitlin loving Captain EO. I never did get to see this on my trip, but I wasn't too disappointed. Based on what I've seen of it, I'd probably have a oppinion of it closer to you and Dale. It does look pretty outdated.

I do admit, I don't get Vinalmations at all, but I thought the decorations in D-Street were a lot of fun to see.

Personally, I don't think you missed much by skipping Eo I guess Caitlin just has an appreciation for cheesiness

 

[klacey1]

Congratulations on your next trip! Wow, what an adventure in getting dinner-- that's so annoying that so many places don't take the DDP OR gift cards!

 

[3prettyprincesses]

Ok, this is my 1st time actually posting on one of your's and Caitlin's TR's and I have to say that you all are adorable! (I have read your others but I refuse to call myself a lurker because that sounds so darn creepy!) I think it's so cute that you both love Disney so much! I have 3DD's and I would absolutely love to still be taking special Disney trips with them when they're Caitlin's age! And I'm sure it helps that your DH is onboard too! I've finally trained my DH that Disney is pretty much our ONLY vacation destination.

I agree with you about SAB at the YC and little ones. Frankly it scares the tar out of me when I see the sheer size of that water area and imagine my 3 girls running in 3 different directions! How do people keep track of their kids at that place?

Love all the updates, it looked like a fabulous trip! And now you're already booked for next year too!

 

[thecapells]

I am **SO** looking forward to Captain Eo this time around!!
I remember that show fondly and I can't stand Honey I Shrunk the Audience.
I've already talked it up to the kids and I even want to buy a shirt - is the merch cart still there?

As for Figment, he's another favorite.
Here's hoping Dreamfinder will one day return and remove that silly idea of an Imagination Institute...

Sorry about the Dining Plan fiasco - since we always do Dining Plan, it's good to note about the Boardwalk area.
I'm surprised you guys didn't head across the way to Beaches and Cream.

 

[dawnbu40]

Congratulations on your next trip! Wow, what an adventure in getting dinner-- that's so annoying that so many places don't take the DDP OR gift cards!

Thank you Trying to get some food was really crazy that day. In the long run we could have just walked to Epcot and gotten cs after all the times we walked back and forth between the boardwalk and pool

 

[dawnbu40]

Ok, this is my 1st time actually posting on one of your's and Caitlin's TR's and I have to say that you all are adorable! (I have read your others but I refuse to call myself a lurker because that sounds so darn creepy!) I think it's so cute that you both love Disney so much! I have 3DD's and I would absolutely love to still be taking special Disney trips with them when they're Caitlin's age! And I'm sure it helps that your DH is onboard too! I've finally trained my DH that Disney is pretty much our ONLY vacation destination.

I agree with you about SAB at the YC and little ones. Frankly it scares the tar out of me when I see the sheer size of that water area and imagine my 3 girls running in 3 different directions! How do people keep track of their kids at that place?

Love all the updates, it looked like a fabulous trip! And now you're already booked for next year too!

Awww thank you so much for posting! (and I hope you continue to!)

I feel very blessed that Caitlin and I have the relationship that we do and that she still loves vacationing with us.

As for SAB, most parents seemed to be in the water with their kids. It's certainly not a place where you'd want to let your kids run unsupervised.

Thank you

 

[dawnbu40]

I am **SO** looking forward to Captain Eo this time around!!
I remember that show fondly and I can't stand Honey I Shrunk the Audience.
I've already talked it up to the kids and I even want to buy a shirt - is the merch cart still there?

As for Figment, he's another favorite.
Here's hoping Dreamfinder will one day return and remove that silly idea of an Imagination Institute...

Sorry about the Dining Plan fiasco - since we always do Dining Plan, it's good to note about the Boardwalk area.
I'm surprised you guys didn't head across the way to Beaches and Cream.

In Sept. the merchandise cart was there (Caitlin got a pin) I hope you can get a tee and that you enjoy the show.

The main problem at dinner was we had so many cs credits to use up. We were checking out the next day and still had 7 left to use. We thought about going over to the BC and getting cs but really didn't want to make the hike over as we were at the pool etc. BW definitely needs more cs options.

 

[LilAnn]

Fun update. I didn't realize that there were so many places at BW that didn't take DP or GC!? That would have been annoying. I don't think we noticed that when we stayed at BC, but then again, we kept walking into Epcot to get our food.

Finally, we found out that Caitlin met up with the CM on his day off!

Side note/question. Have you guys ever stayed at POR or CSR on one of your many trips? We booked POR since we wanted to try a mod, but I keep flip flopping on resorts. We definitely got spoiled our last few trips between BC and the Dolphin.

 

[dawnbu40]

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Fun update. I didn't realize that there were so many places at BW that didn't take DP or GC!? That would have been annoying. I don't think we noticed that when we stayed at BC, but then again, we kept walking into Epcot to get our food.

Finally, we found out that Caitlin met up with the CM on his day off!

Side note/question. Have you guys ever stayed at POR or CSR on one of your many trips? We booked POR since we wanted to try a mod, but I keep flip flopping on resorts. We definitely got spoiled our last few trips between BC and the Dolphin.

Had we not been to both DHS and Epcot earlier that day, we probably would have just grabbed cs at Epcot. Since we were trying to relax we just wanted food at the pool. What a hassle

Caitlin made plans with the CM BUT I didn't say if they actually hung out or not....

We have stayed at both POR and CSR. Caitlin and I prefer CSR. The rooms feel a little more upscale to me and even the toiletries they leave are the better H20 products the deluxes get. Since it isn't as popular as the other mods the bus system is much less crowded. Also-that pool is awesome!

On the otherhand, Dale loves POR (but he hasn't been to CSR) and that is the only non-deluxe resort he ever wants to stay at. I do like the boat ride to DTD but we all hate the POR buses. Very crowded! Hope that helps?

 

[brookelizabeth]

Oh man! That is AWFUL about trying to find dinner! I didn't realize those carts or the pizza window didn't accept the DDP. How strange! That would be a giant hassle! So the only CS at the BW that takes the DDP is the Bakery? That's a very limited selection!

Aside from that fiasco, sounds like a fun evening! We have yet to try Sum of All Thrills, but I really want to!!

 

[dawnbu40]

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Oh man! That is AWFUL about trying to find dinner! I didn't realize those carts or the pizza window didn't accept the DDP. How strange! That would be a giant hassle! So the only CS at the BW that takes the DDP is the Bakery? That's a very limited selection!

Aside from that fiasco, sounds like a fun evening! We have yet to try Sum of All Thrills, but I really want to!!

Yep the Bakery is the only cs. Problem was we didn't feel like sandwiches and that's all they have

It was a fun evening and the hassle didn't sour us on BW. We still loved it there

 

[I Believe In Magic]

I missed this update!! (darn school and work and well, life I guess...lol just gets in the way!!) I'm excited for your new trip!!! I want a trip to plan too!! Nothing is as fun as planning a fun Disney trip.
And wow the fact you couldn't use your DP is crazy!! I always use my debit card, I usually bring cash but prefer to use the card. So regardless, I bring the cash but it usually stays in the safe.
Anywhoo.....love the new update, can't wait to hear if Caitlin did indeed hang out with the CM, and yes that girl can wear a bikini!! Good for you Caitlin!!!

 

[mrtoffee]

 

[dawnbu40]

I missed this update!! (darn school and work and well, life I guess...lol just gets in the way!!) I'm excited for your new trip!!! I want a trip to plan too!! Nothing is as fun as planning a fun Disney trip.
And wow the fact you couldn't use your DP is crazy!! I always use my debit card, I usually bring cash but prefer to use the card. So regardless, I bring the cash but it usually stays in the safe.
Anywhoo.....love the new update, can't wait to hear if Caitlin did indeed hang out with the CM, and yes that girl can wear a bikini!! Good for you Caitlin!!!

I'm sure between finals, work and the holidays coming you're swamped! Glad you're all caught up!

Next year I plan to buy less gift cards and use the debit card. It will be a lot easter!

Caitlin says "thank you"

 

[dawnbu40]

The next update is Caitlin's and she promises it will come on Thursday. She has studying and finals today and tomorrow and she'll kick off her break with an update

 

[Queenofallthings]

how did I miss the new trip update Too much going on I guess....

I was secretly hoping we would be staying at the same resort...but hey, we'll be in the World at the same time so I'm not going to be fussy

 

[dawnbu40]

how did I miss the new trip update Too much going on I guess....

I was secretly hoping we would be staying at the same resort...but hey, we'll be in the World at the same time so I'm not going to be fussy

We can't wait to meet up with you guys!