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Old 08-28-2014, 08:49 AM   #556
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Great day at Epcot! Rode Soarin 2x, LWTL, Test Track, Gran Fiesta, Maelstrom, did the Character Spot, had lunch at SAI, and walked WS - all by 2:00! No waits for anything! The only thing that had a line was the character spot, but we had a FP.

Back in the room working for a bit and resting in the AC. We moved to the BWI yesterday. Our room is great. Huge and an awesome view!! I'll post some pics later.
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Sounds like this is shaping up to be one of your best trips! I sure hope so anyway. I am dying to hear all the details!!! I've enjoyed the live updates tremendously!!!! I'm there with you in spirit!

Oh.... and it's sounding like you made the right choice by skipping the Poly this year. Can't wait to hear your thoughts!
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YAY! So glad you're having a wonderful trip. It looks like the weather has been pretty decent for you guys too! I'm so happy
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AWESOME view! I can see our room from April. Bob and I were in the room directly under the O' under Crest O' The Wave! That may have been the most amazing room we have ever had. We adored the Boardwalk.


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You guys got a lot done at Epcot today! That's great!

Your room looks lovely and that view is amazing!
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Still amazed at the size of that room! It's so big!
I'm going to try to find info on it today.
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