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Crazy People, A Trip Report August 29 – September 7 Animal Kingdom Lodge/Kidani Village/Polynesian Resort
For those of you that don’t know who I am, allow myself to introduce… myself. I’m the one person everyone who knows me refers to as the Disney nut. You might also be that person that everyone refers to as the Disney nut. And you probably think I’m a Disney nut. I’m just that crazy! About Disney.
I’m currently sitting in the airport, waiting for my flight to board. It’s showing as on time, but I have my doubts. I’d been worried Danny was going to come between me and Disney. I mean Tropical Storm Danny. No real person is crazy enough to come between me and Disney.
I am lucky enough to come from a family of crazy people. Wait, that didn’t come out right. What I mean is that my parents are also huge Disney fans and love to travel to WDW. They also love to share Disney with their family and friends and are always ready to talk Disney. The thing that would make my DM and DF happiest in all the world is being at Disney with the whole family. That’s what this is.
I don’t have much time for details because we’ll be boarding any minute, so I’ll just give a quick list of the crazies. I’ll start from the oldest and work my way down. It’ll be my Dad, Big Ed, my DM, Mable, my brother Ed, my brother Eric, and me. Also joining us will be Ed’s wife Jackie. Eric’s wife Jackie is in Atlanta (they just bought a house 2 weeks ago, and her transfer came through. Eric is still living in Tampa waiting for a few more weeks). And then there are my nieces Erica (21) and Brooke (18). And my nephews, Noah (9), Daniel (7) and Isaiah (3). And the newest addition to the family, the only one who’s going for the first time, six month old baby Kamiyah (she belongs to Erica).
I’ll be at Disney the longest. I’ve got a lot of transferring to do. I’ll be staying one night at Animal Kingdom Lodge. Then I’m transferring to Kidani Village for 5 nights. Then to Universal for one day at the Portofino Bay Hotel. Then to the Polynesian for two more nights.
My parents and my brothers are arriving on the 30th and staying at Saratoga Springs. Eric is only going to be around for a few days and then will join his wife in Atlanta for the rest of his vacation. His birthday is September 1, so we’ll be celebrating that. My nephews are staying at Saratoga Springs and the girls are with me at AKV. I’m confused just typing all that out, so you can imagine how much planning I had to do.
We’re not doing any table service meals as a family, but I’ve got a few ADRs. It’s probably easier to just list out our itinerary.
Saturday, August 29 – Epcot. I’m meeting Meg (mcc0313) for dinner at Chefs de France, so if you can spare a few pixies that I won’t have any delays, send them on
Sunday, August 30 – Animal Kingdom (probably). The rest of the gang arrives around 4. I’ll meet them and we’ll spend some time at DTD and then head to the Magic Kingdom
Monday, August 31 – Blizzard Beach and the Magic Kingdom. We also are planning to do a Photopass session at Animal Kingdom Lodge.
Tuesday, September 1 - Eric! Boma for breakfast (just me and my nieces) Disney’s Hollywood Studios all day
Wednesday, September 2 – the family’s doing Epcot. I’m doing the Backstage Magic tour, which I’m really excited about.
Thursday, September 3 – Animal Kingdom in the day, Magic Kingdom at night
Friday, September 4 – Universal Studios (for me, DM and DF)
Saturday, September 5 – Epcot
Sunday, September 6 – Epcot/Magic Kingdom. I’m dining at the Kona Café with Bob & Larry!
Monday, September 7 – who knows!
We’re using the Quick Service Dining Plan for the DVC portion of the trip, so I didn’t plan too many table service meals. I’ll be dining at the WCC during the Backstage Magic tour.
So I ask you this: what makes me crazier? The fact that this is my 5th trip to WDW in 2009? That we’ll be touring the parks in August with temps in the high 90s and heat indices are in the triple digits? The fact that I’m traveling with a six month old? Or the fact that I’m traveling with my entire family? You decide!
It’s almost time to board, so I’ve got to wrap this up. I have my laptop, so I’ll be checking in from time to time. Talk soon!
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Fantastic! Another P-Sha Trip Report! I don't know how you do it, lucky lady, but I'm exhausted just trying to keep up. I hope you have a fabulous time, and that the heat and hurricanes don't hinder you too much.
with the trip and the family! We'll be waiting faithfully to see what exciting shenanigans you get into with the whole fam-damily!
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How great another pre-TR/TR from P-Sha! I can't wait to hear about your
adventure with your crazy family. But I'm wondering if you are planning any
other trips to WDW this year? Will there be a 6th trip or are you sticking with
5???
I was so excited when I scanned today's TRs and discovered another Princess Sharon report was beginning! Yeah for all of us! And have a magical time! I love the cast of characters -- what a crew you'll have-- and your plans are super, too.
Well you are on your way. I'm so glad that you go so often because then I get to read your wonderful trip reports.
Have an awesome trip!
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There's not going to be much "pre" in this "pre"-trip report, is there? Glad to see another report starting, though. I don't know about Florida, but our temps are only supposed to be in the 80's this coming week. Hopefully it will be slightly cooler for you, too! Sounds like you will have a great time, even if it might get a little crazy sometimes. Hope you make your dinner reservation this evening! Have a great time, I'll be looking for your updates.
PassPorter's Free-Book to Walt Disney World It’s hard to believe anything is free at Walt Disney World; but there are actually a number of things you can get or do for little to no cost. This e-book documents over 200 free or cheap tips to do before you go and after you arrive. You could save a considerable amount of money following these tips. Perhaps more importantly; you can discover overlooked attractions and little-known details most people whiz by on their way to spend money. Click here to see free sample pages from the e-book! Get this popular e-book free of extra charges when you join the PassPorter's Club for as little as $4.95. A club pass includes access to all our other e-books; e-worksheets; super-size photos; and more! This e-book is also available for separate purchase in the PassPorter Online Store for just $5.95.
PassPorter's Free-Book to Walt Disney World It’s hard to believe anything is free at Walt Disney World; but there are actually a number of things you can get or do for little to no cost. This e-book documents over 200 free or cheap tips to do before you go and after you arrive. You could save a considerable amount of money following these tips. Perhaps more importantly; you can discover overlooked attractions and little-known details most people whiz by on their way to spend money. Click here to see free sample pages from the e-book! Get this popular e-book free of extra charges when you join the PassPorter's Club for as little as $4.95. A club pass includes access to all our other e-books; e-worksheets; super-size photos; and more! This e-book is also available for separate purchase in the PassPorter Online Store for just $5.95.
ALl right .. another trip report from Princess Sharon. I hope there were no delays.
Is Dnephew Danny happy to have a tropical storm named after him so to speak? Ccan't wait to hear about this trip and the candy trail that your Dear Mom leaves in her path A new baby... a new kind of Disney experience to discover. It sounds like so much fun ahead for everyone. Does this mean "Pigment" will be in some family photos? looking forward to the updates
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I just finished reading your DLP trip report and I come over here and and see you started another PTR! Hope you had a safe flight down and have a good time with your family.
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I don't know how you do it, lucky lady, but I'm exhausted just trying to keep up. I hope you have a fabulous time, and that the heat and hurricanes don't hinder you too much. 
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