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I would love to see a picture of the $75 tank top! It sounds like something I would love (although not the price ).
The parade and fireworks look AWESOME! Between those, Fantasmic, and World of Color, I think my family will be staying in the parks late every night of the 5 days we will be in the parks. Although we want to arrive early some days too, so there will have to be some careful scheduling going on so that we get enough sleep!
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I would love to see a picture of the $75 tank top! It sounds like something I would love (although not the price ).
The parade and fireworks look AWESOME! Between those, Fantasmic, and World of Color, I think my family will be staying in the parks late every night of the 5 days we will be in the parks. Although we want to arrive early some days too, so there will have to be some careful scheduling going on so that we get enough sleep!
I will definitely take a picture of the infamous tank top when I go back, probably next week.
My two cents on enjoying those shows. Do one of the dining options that gives you a WoC FP for the best viewing area. I think Carthay Circle probably gives the best location. Do the late shows for Fantasmic! and Paint the Night separately over two nights and try to get your viewing spot as soon as the early show is done...just walk right in as they move out. They should both have late shows when you're here, but double check just in case. This is the best way to avoid a long wait before the show. I'm guessing somewhere along Main Street may be the best place for fireworks if you only have one chance to watch. If you stand near Refreshment Corner you should be able to see the castle, the Matterhorn, and all of Main Street. I'm going to try that location.
Watching the parade from Small World might be another good option that's usually not as crowded as Main Street. You'd be able to see the fireworks from there as well as the projections on the Smal World facade. Only thing is you won't be able to see Tink fly over the castle (I think it's Tink).
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I will definitely take a picture of the infamous tank top when I go back, probably next week.
My two cents on enjoying those shows. Do one of the dining options that gives you a WoC FP for the best viewing area. I think Carthay Circle probably gives the best location. Do the late shows for Fantasmic! and Paint the Night separately over two nights and try to get your viewing spot as soon as the early show is done...just walk right in as they move out. They should both have late shows when you're here, but double check just in case. This is the best way to avoid a long wait before the show. I'm guessing somewhere along Main Street may be the best place for fireworks if you only have one chance to watch. If you stand near Refreshment Corner you should be able to see the castle, the Matterhorn, and all of Main Street. I'm going to try that location.
Watching the parade from Small World might be another good option that's usually not as crowded as Main Street. You'd be able to see the fireworks from there as well as the projections on the Smal World facade. Only thing is you won't be able to see Tink fly over the castle (I think it's Tink).
Thanks for the tips! We will definitely be doing a WOC dining package.
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As always, Jeannie, you are a wealth of information!!! I can't wait to get back out there to visit you!!! I just don't know when, but possibly for Meri's birthday in February. But we'll see... decisions, decisions! I just know we miss you guys!
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I really appreciate your input on catching Paint the Night and Fantasmic.
Phew! I've had a very busy but fun week! My brother and his family were in town, and I've got lots to share with you. I need to catch up on your PTR, but before I forget, I want to make sure you know that if you are going to be staying close to the Mickey and Friends parking structure, a good place to view the fireworks on a non-park night is to go to any level but preferably the top level and watch from there. The corner closest to the escalators is the area closest to the park...with the best view, I think. You won't hear the music, but you'll have a great view.
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That evening parade looks awesome!
The special merchandise looks nice too! I think most would have a hard time spending $75 on a tank top.
I did get a picture of the top this week! I'll try to get my pictures downloaded from my camera this weekend so I can post some here.
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As always, Jeannie, you are a wealth of information!!! I can't wait to get back out there to visit you!!! I just don't know when, but possibly for Meri's birthday in February. But we'll see... decisions, decisions! I just know we miss you guys!
I can't wait for you guys to come back and visit! We all miss you! All the new stuff at DLR is so much fun to experience!
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