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Wonderful photos from the Trek. I want to do this again also, but don't think I'd attempt it the heat and humidity you had. I think you did very well accomplishing this even if you did need to call it a day afterwards. I love the meal they serve on this tour, so pretty and delicious too.
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The Trek is so much fun. The crocs were not out when we were on the trek. The guide told us that it was time for their annual check-ups. They had all been taken to the examination area for testing, etc.
Glad you enjoyed the WAT! This is one I definitely want to do, even though it's a bit pricey, but sure it's worth it! I probably, would not so it when you did with the temps, even though I like my warm weather, but avoid the humidity!
I've done a number of special Disney events like this such as the horse ride in Fort Wilderness, Future World Tour, Keys To The Kingdom, Parasailing on Bay Lake, Segway in Epcot's WS( loved this and sorry, it's no longer offered). You can also consider golf as that's something outside the parks. Probably too many rounds and not enough in the parks! I looked through my records and it's 51 rounds on 11 trips since 2002! WOW!
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What wonderful photos from the Wild Africa Trek - glad you enjoyed it!
It was a definite thumbs up.
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Wonderful photos from the Trek. I want to do this again also, but don't think I'd attempt it the heat and humidity you had. I think you did very well accomplishing this even if you did need to call it a day afterwards. I love the meal they serve on this tour, so pretty and delicious too.
I was glad I didn't chicken out and cancel the Trek, even though I may not have been at my best, we both enjoyed it. The lunch was very good.
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Wonderful pictures from the WAT! Glad you enjoyed it. I can't see the picture above without thinking "Asanta Sana Squash Banana".
I had to think a minute, them remembered. Lion King is one of my favorite Disney movies (and plays).
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The Trek is so much fun. The crocs were not out when we were on the trek. The guide told us that it was time for their annual check-ups. They had all been taken to the examination area for testing, etc.
Well, those crocs must be having a heck of a check up . They will probably be back next time.
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So glad you enjoyed the trek so much! Lou looks so happy in his photo
He did enjoy it. I've found he likes things structured, and not too crowded. Have to admit, that appeals to me too.
Glad you enjoyed the WAT! This is one I definitely want to do, even though it's a bit pricey, but sure it's worth it! I probably, would not so it when you did with the temps, even though I like my warm weather, but avoid the humidity!
I've done a number of special Disney events like this such as the horse ride in Fort Wilderness, Future World Tour, Keys To The Kingdom, Parasailing on Bay Lake, Segway in Epcot's WS( loved this and sorry, it's no longer offered). You can also consider golf as that's something outside the parks. Probably too many rounds and not enough in the parks! I looked through my records and it's 51 rounds on 11 trips since 2002! WOW!
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I was hoping the weather would have cooled down a little by the end of September - I was wrong
You've golfed a lot at Disney! We used to host a company golf tournament a couple times each year at Disney, and that was lots of fun. I think I'd like to do the Segway tour at Fort Wilderness.
The Trek is expensive, but when you think about the cost of a couple of Signature dinners. It's not too bad.
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Great pictures from the WAT! Glad you both enjoyed it and found it worthwhile!
I am so glad you enjoyed the WAT. One day I'll get Luke to do this again with me. I'm afraid of heights, but surprisingly, the swinging bridges did no bother me. In fact, Luke said he was shocked when I stopped and leaned over taking photos. The guides do a great job of taking photos for you, too.
Glad you enjoyed WAT! You got some great pictures. But the suspension bridge... I don't think I'd be able to cross it.
The bridge isn't too bad, you are concentrating on the steps, so you don't notice how high you are
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loved your review of wild africa trek! thanks! i'm STILL trying to decide if we will do this (next week--yikes!) so this was helpful! thank you!
Looking forward to seeing what you decide to do.
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I am so glad you enjoyed the WAT. One day I'll get Luke to do this again with me. I'm afraid of heights, but surprisingly, the swinging bridges did no bother me. In fact, Luke said he was shocked when I stopped and leaned over taking photos. The guides do a great job of taking photos for you, too.
The guides do a nice job with the photos, and we also found them to be informative and entertaining.
Today was our last day. Epcot with more Food & Wine was on the agenda, but that might change. I started the morning with coffee on the balcony, watching the boats:
I wanted to check out the infamous Clown Pool that creeps out so many people - it was innocuous in the morning sun, and I found it hard to believe the stories of it consuming entire families:
After consultation with my travel partner, we decided to skip Epcot today and go to Magic Kingdom instead. I had hoped to get there yesterday afternoon, but the rain put a damper on that plan. We waited a short time for a bus, and were at the Magic Kingdom before noon:
We spent some time watching the boats (of course!) before entering the park. I was able to secure a lunchtime ADR as we were traveling to the park, so that worked well.
Tony's was a first for us, and I didn't have high expectations. It turned out to be a good choice - it was air conditioned, our server (Anthony) was excellent, and the meals were fine - not exceptional, but good.
I was concerned when we entered because there were lots of people waiting, and Lou wandered over to the shop next door and made a purchase. We were actually seated right away, so that was nice.
What did Lou buy? Could have knocked me over with this - it seems he was developing a fondness for his Magic Band:
Here are some food pics - salad was good, calamari was "ok," and the flatbread hit the spot:
We will most likely go back to Tony's. The convenience of the location and the ambience made it a winner for us. We might be partial to the theme:
After lunch, we visited the shops along Main Street. The treats at the Confectionary were tempting, but we resisted:
The afternoon parade was in progress as we walked down Main Street.
Our first (and probably last ) Memory Maker Castle Shot (we are wearing the same clothes we had on for our Epcot photo - I did laundry during the week )
We had a FP+ for The Haunted Mansion, and I did want to ride this, since we'd missed out at MNSSHP. As we were walking to the Mansion, we passed the new Gift Shop - they were reportedly doing soft openings, but not while we were there:
We had some time before our next FP+, so it was time to take a cruise on the river.
The next FP+ was ready, and we made our way to a very important meeting. Standby was only 90 minutes, but I was glad we had our FP+:
This pic cracks me up - Lou has NO idea what we are doing, and is trying to figure what lies around the corner. You can also see there was no one else in the FP+ line:
I am finally going to get some time with Elsa. We had a short wait as a large family was in the process of getting their photo taken in every possible family combination. It was entertaining, because Elsa reached for the hand of the little boy (about 3, I'd guess), and he went screaming from her - trying to run out the door. Once it was our turn, Lou stayed back to take photos. I had a nice chat with Elsa (something about chocolate in the Kingdom - no idea what she was talking about). I asked if she would show me the Ice Power Pose, and she did:
Come on, you know you saw this one coming OK, it's the little things that matter, but this completely made my day
We had originally planned to stay for the Festival of Fantasy Parade, but it was hot, hot, hot at this point. I decided Lou had been such a good sport, I would release him from his supervisory duties, and we would go back to the room. We did have a 20+ minute wait for the bus.
Going to The Magic Kingdom on our last day cut short our Food & Wine time, but we had fun, so that's what counts.
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This is one I definitely want to do, even though it's a bit pricey, but sure it's worth it! 
I probably, would not so it when you did with the temps, even though I like my warm weather, but avoid the humidity! 
I looked through my records and it's 51 rounds on 11 trips since 2002! WOW! 
) Memory Maker Castle Shot (we are wearing the same clothes we had on for our Epcot photo - I did laundry 
OK, it's the little things that matter, but this completely made my day 
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