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The SWW parade is really good if you don't mind getting there early to get a good spot. We've not seen the fireworks yet, but we plan to this trip. Of course, we love visiting Darth's Mall.
We got to see a little of the parade before but did not have the best spot at all, so that is definitely on our list to get a good spot for. Now Darth Mall - I could spend a fortune in that place!
Love your dining choices! I tried to book Hollywood & Vine myself before they announced the Star Wars meals and I could not either. I am pretty sure they blocked it until those meals were set. I jumped in and got ours booked too as soon as it was announced! Glad you were able to get a reservation too! The Disney Food Blog did a review of the Jedi Mickey Dine and it looks fabulous! I can't wait!
I am looking forward to your review of Trattoria al Forno as we love Italian and just were not able to work it in this trip. I love that WDW is adding all these new places for us to try! It makes going back time and time again so much more exciting.
Your dining choices look fabulous! I'm glad you were able to get all of your first picks. I must put Sanaa on my list for December. Everyone raves about it!
I'm so happy I saw this before I got too far behind! I can't wait to hear about the Polynesian Villas!
Luke has been researching over the past few days how best to use the transportation at the Poly. I'd say the boy is excited.
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Sounds like some great dining plans you've got going on ! This past February, DH and I enjoyed a late lunch at P37 and I remember being very happy with it. Hope you enjoy it, too!
Great to hear a good review on P37. Can't wait!
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The first half we've done, but none of the second half. I look forward to your reviews, especially the Star Wars dinner as I'm sure we'll have to try that next year.
And I agree about the disconnect between DVC and ADRs, it's very annoying.
The last 6 reservations are brand new to us, so we are definitely experimenting on the last half of our trip.
Dinner plans look good, and have 2 of the places I just noted on Tara's thread about where you'd like to eat one day - Portabello's and Pier 37! Look forward to your review!
I'm very excited about trying these two.
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We got to see a little of the parade before but did not have the best spot at all, so that is definitely on our list to get a good spot for. Now Darth Mall - I could spend a fortune in that place!
I think we do spend a fortune at Darth's Mall each year.
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Love your dining choices! I tried to book Hollywood & Vine myself before they announced the Star Wars meals and I could not either. I am pretty sure they blocked it until those meals were set. I jumped in and got ours booked too as soon as it was announced! Glad you were able to get a reservation too! The Disney Food Blog did a review of the Jedi Mickey Dine and it looks fabulous! I can't wait!
I am looking forward to your review of Trattoria al Forno as we love Italian and just were not able to work it in this trip. I love that WDW is adding all these new places for us to try! It makes going back time and time again so much more exciting.
I had the same feeling that H&V had been blocked until they were set for SWW. I saw review on Jedi Mickey Dine and it did look wonderful -- food and characters.
Having new dining spots definitely helps those of us fortunate to return more often.
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Signing in! I almost missed this! Plans sound good. We did Paradisio 37 last year and it was very good! I'm sure you'll like it!
Yeah! I love hearing that others enjoy a particular restaurant we've chosen, especially when it's a new one.
Your dining choices look fabulous! I'm glad you were able to get all of your first picks. I must put Sanaa on my list for December. Everyone raves about it!
Tara
Sanaa suits Luke and I so well. There is spicy durban cooking for him and slow cooking for me. My mouth waters just thinking about buttered chicken and roast.
I always love following along on your trips, staying at the Poly will make it all the sweeter! We love the resort and can't wait to see all the changes when we arrive in July. The studios look beautiful!
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Love all your choices. We have not been to Le Cellier for many years and added it to our list too. I am excited to hear your reviews about Tratitoria Al Forno, so far hearing such good things as we have a ADR there in August so will be happy to get another review before we go.
I love Kona for breakfast (we ended up adding on a breakfast there as well when we switched some of our days there) - I love Tonga Toast - like my ultimate favorite....I think I am ready for some now.....LOL
The Wave sounds like the perfect ending to a great trip!!!
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I'm glad you were able to get all of your first picks. I must put Sanaa on my list for December. Everyone raves about it!
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