You light ‘em, they fight ‘em! A GCV/Disneyland Resort December 2014 PTR- we're out!

[eandesmom]

I hate to say it but I agree, it doesn't make a ton of sense to visit the parks. If you skip them, you'll have a much more relaxing time. And Disneyland hungover is not that great. Carsland will always there.

Are you at the Hotel Coronado? It's pretty amazing!

Yes, it will always be there. Likelihood of us having a DL trip though in the next 3 years? Probably pretty slim. Which might sound crazy but we are pretty scheduled out on Disney Trips.

2015: Aulani for Spring Break. No DL or WDW (for the fam, I'll be doing PHM)

2016: Kids have their big Ireland trip in March. They also may have a youth group trip to WDW in summer IF they can raise the funds (my wallet certainly cannot handle both). The youth group is going, question is whether the E's are or not lol.

2017: WDW/Universal/Islands of Adventure most likely in summer as Evan's graduation present If the money gods rain down on me we night add a cruise but in reality it's unlikely much as I'd love to take them one one more before Evan flies the coop.

2018: DL for spring break, marching band trip.

Now, it is probable that I will get there, either for a race or a work trip (and it would be really nice if a work trip happened before my pass expires lol). But Jeff? Less likely unless I somehow con him into doing a race with me. Even though K is down there for school, she is nowhere near Disney. More likely he will be in FL for seaplane stuff than CA. Go figure.

We are not at the Del, but 2 blocks away at a darling B&B. We'd planned to stay at Glorietta Bay but it was sold out. I don't know if Jeff checked the Del or not. The B&B is pretty pricey but not Del prices. Includes a killer breakfast though and the rooms look lovely. Last time we went we were at Glorietta and it is such a short walk I am sure this will be fine, not to mention the rooms are much nicer, nicer pool and much nicer breakfast!

Love Gaslamp. Its sounds like it'll be a funfilled trip for sure. Sleep in Saturday. That's my vote.

I do like Gaslamp. I confess though, as I was just there for work I am far more interested in the beach and not driving back and forth over that bridge before and after dinner. LOL! We will ride by there if we do the bike from Coronado thing and for me, that would be enough.

It's Jeff's call. I did toss it back over the fence.

 

[Pinkocto]

Tough lesson for sure. I'm sorry about that. I have been there too. Glad part of the trip was fabulous!​

I should have learned my lesson. This is the person who canceled on me last minute at Vero, and who I had a terrible time planning with in January. Third time's the charm, she won't be invited again...

I love a good split stay! Did your friend stay with you?​

It was too many splits for me Planned too late in the game during F & W. Yes, she stayed with me during the second AKV part of the week. It would have been worse if she had not and trying to plan from afar

Chloe is trying to bribe him like crazy. We've got a year before the cruise so I am thinking he'll be ready by then. He even told Chloe: the next time I am riding it is with Pam-ella. ​

I love it! Does anyone know about the cruise yet? He probably thinks he's got a free pass

 

[eandesmom]

Sunday was go go go for me, and then Monday sounded go go go for you guys. I thought of Jeff hoping for pool time on Monday when it was down pouring at Epcot. I hope you managed a fabulous last day I'm sure there will be a next time

I've just learned my lesson, that friend won't be invited again. Overall it was still a great vacation.

We had a great last day, until the broken bus and deluge!

Our last days at WDW were funny, half go go go and have do nothing and enjoy. We weren't even there 48 hours but managed to hit 3 parks plus CityWalk so that's pretty good!

All things considered though, all we lost was a last pool break. Other folks were stranded for hours due to delays.

 

[rentayenta]

Yes, it will always be there. Likelihood of us having a DL trip though in the next 3 years? Probably pretty slim. Which might sound crazy but we are pretty scheduled out on Disney Trips.

And that differs from normal how? ​

2015: Aulani for Spring Break. No DL or WDW (for the fam, I'll be doing PHM)

2016: Kids have their big Ireland trip in March. They also may have a youth group trip to WDW in summer IF they can raise the funds (my wallet certainly cannot handle both). The youth group is going, question is whether the E's are or not lol.

2017: WDW/Universal/Islands of Adventure most likely in summer as Evan's graduation present If the money gods rain down on me we night add a cruise but in reality it's unlikely much as I'd love to take them one one more before Evan flies the coop.

2018: DL for spring break, marching band trip.

Sounds like an incredible next 4 years Disney/vacation wise. If you find those money gods, can you send them my way after?​

We are not at the Del, but 2 blocks away at a darling B&B. We'd planned to stay at Glorietta Bay but it was sold out. I don't know if Jeff checked the Del or not. The B&B is pretty pricey but not Del prices. Includes a killer breakfast though and the rooms look lovely. Last time we went we were at Glorietta and it is such a short walk I am sure this will be fine, not to mention the rooms are much nicer, nicer pool and much nicer breakfast!

B&Bs are the best. The breakfast is always amazing! Sounds just perfect.​

I do like Gaslamp. I confess though, as I was just there for work I am far more interested in the beach and not driving back and forth over that bridge before and after dinner. LOL! We will ride by there if we do the bike from Coronado thing and for me, that would be enough.

It's Jeff's call. I did toss it back over the fence.

Good girl! He can decide. Plus the beach always get my vote.​

I should have learned my lesson. This is the person who canceled on me last minute at Vero, and who I had a terrible time planning with in January. Third time's the charm, she won't be invited again...

Oh drats! I wouldn't invite her again either. In fact I'd be hesitant to go anywhere with her that involded overnight.​

It was too many splits for me Planned too late in the game during F & W. Yes, she stayed with me during the second AKV part of the week. It would have been worse if she had not and trying to plan from afar

Planning late makes it so hard. I promise we won't into nuts on the cruise.​

I love it! Does anyone know about the cruise yet? He probably thinks he's got a free pass

He doesn't but he did see my running price comparison and asked me why I'm doing that if I didn't book a cruise. He's too smart for me. Remember he told you he'd ride with you and he's sticking to it. He just doesn't know when. ​

 

[Pinkocto]

You guys are so easy to get along with. Not even the tiniest hint of worry has kept into my thoughts

That Josh is going to uncover the secret for sure!

He'll stick to his guns, I'm sure. But if he's really scared I won't press it.

 

[rentayenta]

You guys are so easy to get along with. Not even the tiniest hint of worry has kept into my thoughts

That Josh is going to uncover the secret for sure!

He'll stick to his guns, I'm sure. But if he's really scared I won't press it.

Good! Same here.

Joshua will for sure figure it out. He's just too smart and takes notice of things. He's still a part of our world unlike the girls who are super wrapped up in their stuff.

He will ride with you. It's a year away. I'm thinking some puberty will have hit by then too. He'll grow up a lot. His fear is a little unfounded. I think it's the theme he dislikes. He doesn't like scary movies either. But he loves fast rides and most roller coasters.​

 

[rentayenta]

Somehow I missed 62 days!



61 days!!!



I sure how we get a similar view.

I went on Von's and did a mock list. Prices are pretty high. I think I might try to bring some non-perishables from home, our stores are much less inexpensive. I wonder do they mark up the online price?





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[jedijill]

Somehow I missed 62 days!



61 days!!!



I sure how we get a similar view.

I went on Von's and did a mock list. Prices are pretty high. I think I might try to bring some non-perishables from home, our stores are much less inexpensive. I wonder do they mark up the online price?





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I'd be happy to come out and personally pick out your oranges...for the low, low price of one plane ticket!

Jill in CO

 

[rentayenta]

I'd be happy to come out and personally pick out your oranges...for the low, low price of one plane ticket! Jill in CO

You're on!! Hilarious! But seriously $4.69 for a bag of chips that cost $2.50 here? It doesn't sound significant until you realize there are 9 of us and that's just for one bag of chips. ​

 

[franandaj]

OK jenny, I had a whole big respnse with individual responses all set, and the DIS ate it. All I remember is that Sunday before, cool, Sunday after we have a concert. Saturday should be cool. Fran just likes to hit garage sales.

We've considered the Sauna as another KVC offering, with the pillows from the loungers it could work and there is toilet, shower and sink in there. Just no microwave, coffee and toaster.

 

[eandesmom]

I went on Von's and did a mock list. Prices are pretty high. I think I might try to bring some non-perishables from home, our stores are much less inexpensive. I wonder do they mark up the online price?
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My experience with online grocery shopping in general is either it is marked up, quantities are limited, selection seems limited or in store sales are not offered. Von's is the same as Safeway. I do a lot of our daily shopping there and I can tell you in general, their chip prices are terrible. I don't buy a lot of chips but generally if I do, they are from Costco. I've considered Safeway home deliver here before and every time I mock up an order, it's more than I want to spend (and more than in the actual store) and I've had much better luck with Amazon Fresh if I am careful about what I buy.

I'd do a Costco run at home, depending on what you think you can fit in the car and then supplement the order with delivery.

 

[rentayenta]

So somehow I missed a day. If I am calculating correctly we are at:


59 days!!!

Today is the 8th so that's 23 days left over October, 30 in Novemeber, and we leave December 6th!







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OK jenny, I had a whole big respnse with individual responses all set, and the DIS ate it. All I remember is that Sunday before, cool, Sunday after we have a concert. Saturday should be cool. Fran just likes to hit garage sales.

We've considered the Sauna as another KVC offering, with the pillows from the loungers it could work and there is toilet, shower and sink in there. Just no microwave, coffee and toaster.

Perfect. Studio at KVC. I don't know why I think it's so funny but between that and WCOL you could make a killing.


Ok, cool. Thanks for the info. We definetly want to check out Casa Nueva.​

My experience with online grocery shopping in general is either it is marked up, quantities are limited, selection seems limited or in store sales are not offered. Von's is the same as Safeway. I do a lot of our daily shopping there and I can tell you in general, their chip prices are terrible. I don't buy a lot of chips but generally if I do, they are from Costco. I've considered Safeway home deliver here before and every time I mock up an order, it's more than I want to spend (and more than in the actual store) and I've had much better luck with Amazon Fresh if I am careful about what I buy.

I'd do a Costco run at home, depending on what you think you can fit in the car and then supplement the order with delivery.

Costco is a good idea. I haven't looked into Amazon Fresh, maybe I'll check them out.​

 

[rentayenta]

58 days!!!

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[jedijill]

Mickey's Fun Wheel of Death!!!!

Jill in CO

 

[mvf-m11c]

Mickey's Fun Wheel of Death!!!!

Jill in CO

Or Mickey's Fun Wheel of Doom. A lot of different names for MFW especially what happened to the ride last week.

 

[rentayenta]

Mickey's Fun Wheel of Death!!!!

Jill in CO

Or Mickey's Fun Wheel of Doom. A lot of different names for MFW especially what happened to the ride last week.

x2! Disney gave free one day passes for those who got stuck. They also had water, damp face clothes, and ice cream bars waiting for them once they departed the ride. The mishap was unfortunate but Disney always keeps it classy.

The kids want to do the swinging cars this time. Its one of their must-dos. ​

 

[jedijill]

I actually didn't mind it. I was riding with a 2 yo and her dad that just cackled everytime we swung. She thought it was hilarious!

Jill in CO

 

[rentayenta]

I actually didn't mind it. I was riding with a 2 yo and her dad that just cackled everytime we swung. She thought it was hilarious!

Jill in CO

That's hilarious! My goal is to ride everything this trip......hence the need for the 5th day.



My 60 day dining window opens tomorrow. At first it looked as if Blue Bayou, Cafe Orleans, and Carnation Cafe were going to all be closed the first two weeks of December. I had planned on CO but with three heavy hitters closed, I was afraid it would just clog everything else up. Thankfully people have been able to make CO and BB PS today. BB and CC are not on my list but CO is for the Pomme Frites.​

 

[franandaj]

Perfect. Studio at KVC. I don't know why I think it's so funny but between that and WCOL you could make a killing.


Ok, cool. Thanks for the info. We definetly want to check out Casa Nueva.​

It may only work in summer months. There's no heat in the pool house.

We'll be here whenever you want to come by.

 

[rentayenta]

It may only work in summer months. There's no heat in the pool house. We'll be here whenever you want to come by.

You need heat in the winter in So Cal?


Ok! We'll chat lots before then I'm sure. Have a great time with PIO and family.​