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There are other changes as well.
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To a new day, we go on.
It's time to move on and move forward.
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Nice looking course! Thanks for the photos. My husband will appreciate getting a good look ahead of time. I'm still so impressed that you tried it, Chez! The only time I go with my guys, I just act as chauffeur. It can be a lot of fun tooling around in the golf carts!
Cheryl,
You are a master at these Trip Reports as always. I was a few days behind but caught up. I have to say...I loved the pics of the manatees and dolphins.
DS5 is not a big fan of the flamings at AK though...
so it might take a little bit of convincing that he would want to leave the "Bubble" to see them.
The golf outing to me was hilarious.
Once when my DH took me to the driving range with him...he paid some guy to teach me. I got hit in the leg and the forehead with the ball many times because I put so much pressure into my swing and would just nick the ball and push it down in to the mat each time. So...golfing...not for me either...when I come from a family full of them.
They wanted to plan a family reunion around a golf tournament this year...can you believe that???
Now a Disney family reunion...I'd be all up for that.
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Cheeser. Maleficent of the Vacation Villians!!!
Partying with the Parrs December 5, 2015:
Glad it wasn't just me. I tried to get on all day yesterday with no luck.
I really need to get myself to beaches and cream. I just have to work in a few extra meal times to fit in all I want to eat!
Sea World has changed so much since I was there in 1993 . I really should make a point of going sometime soon especially since my friend is in the Shamu show.
How brave you were to take on a serious golf course for your first go round! I stink at putt putt and shy away from the big boy courses for fear I'll hurt someone (flying balls or clubs - oh my temper!) or I'll be kicked off for a combo of bad playing and bad behavior. You picked a perfect reward for your bravery - B&C!!! I love the new rooms and carpet - I haven't stayed at BC yet, I am in a serious relationship with YC.
You so should go back to SeaWorld, especially as you've got a great reason to visit.
I think we were brave - I must admit there were points that I was tempted by the idea of flying clubs...
Your photos bring back so many great memories of my stay at the Beach Club and eating at Beaches and Cream (and, come to think of it, shopping at the Marketplace!).
Were the BC rooms refurbished again recently? We were there in January 2009 and they look pretty similar.
Nice looking course! Thanks for the photos. My husband will appreciate getting a good look ahead of time. I'm still so impressed that you tried it, Chez! The only time I go with my guys, I just act as chauffeur. It can be a lot of fun tooling around in the golf carts!
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Cheryl,
You are a master at these Trip Reports as always. I was a few days behind but caught up. I have to say...I loved the pics of the manatees and dolphins.
DS5 is not a big fan of the flamings at AK though...
so it might take a little bit of convincing that he would want to leave the "Bubble" to see them.
The golf outing to me was hilarious.
Once when my DH took me to the driving range with him...he paid some guy to teach me. I got hit in the leg and the forehead with the ball many times because I put so much pressure into my swing and would just nick the ball and push it down in to the mat each time. So...golfing...not for me either...when I come from a family full of them.
They wanted to plan a family reunion around a golf tournament this year...can you believe that???
Now a Disney family reunion...I'd be all up for that.
Glad you found some folks to partner up with and keep you playing. I'm not a golfer, so I appreciate the photos of the golf course - I doubt I'll ever see it in person! And I'm another fan of sitting at the counter at Beaches and Cream.
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Mickey's so happy to see me back, he can barely contain himself!
I think you did great golfing. And you are much better at it than me. You at least hit the ball, where I only miss and have the grass fly through the air! LOL!
Great shots from the Beach Club.
Great meal at B & C! Love that place! How awesome to get your picture taken with Delores!
I'm caught up now. I guess I wasn't the only one who couldn't get on the boards yesterday. At least you gave the golf game your best shot. You really that a busy day with golf and then Beaches and Cream. It's been a while since I've eaten there. I'm definately going to have to do it again.
Liz
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I can't say I blame you Cheryl for sitting out the rest of the holes. I probably would have done the same thing. Mini Golf is more my speed. But at least you were able to get some great shots of the course. And your lucnh at Beaches and Cream looked delicious!!
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