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Day 2 (Saturday): Epcot
· Focus on FW (Open 9am-7pm)
· We will get there early to get FPs for Soarin/Test Track, etc.
· Return to resort for afternoon swim
· Return to Epcot before 5:10 ADR at Coral Reef.
· Illuminations at 9pm
· Sleeping by 10pm (ha!)
Day 3 (Sunday): MK
· Wake up by 7am
· Take a cab to Contemporary for 8:30 ADR at Chef Mickey
· Walk to MK
· First stop: get a FP for Space Mtn and then get in line to meet fairies
· Take day at a leisurely pace
· Stay out of the way during the parades
· 4:40 ADR at Crystal Palace
· 10:00 Summer Nighttastic fireworks
· In bed by 11:30 (ha!)
First of all, I would like to apologize, Shell-Y!!! I spelled your name wrong!
OMG!!! I hadn't even thought of that. That must be so hard for her. I LOVE the spinach & artichoke dip!
I haven't been to any restaurants at DHS except Sci Fi. DHS is our least fav park so we usually do half a day and only need one meal. Actually I might skip DHS if it werent for SciFi! LOL
I don't know how good it is, I guess no worse than any other QS place, but Pizza Planet is a place your kids might enjoy, if they like Toy Story. I have heard that it is set up like the Pizza Planet in the movie and there are arcade games and such. I did pop in last trip to use the bathroom, and it looked pretty cool.
I don't see a problem with not getting to your room until after dinner. I would want to make the most of my day as well!
It's getting closer for you, I am so pysched!!!
No worries about the name spelling--If that concerned me I would be forced to be much more careful myself!
As far as DDs milk allergy--its not so difficult for her, as she does not know what she is missing. When she has been "poisoned" it tastes gross to her. She knows within seconds she cannot eat it, and then the "pives" start (Her word for "hives" from when she was younger, and it is our cute way of naming what is going on for her). BUT it is hard for us and the other kids. Now that she is getting older, I do not allow the big kids to have a treat somewhere if there is nothing for her--they do not have to be dairy free, but they cannot eat a cookie if we cannot find a safe cookie-type option for her.
About DHS-My DD(8) is really into art and engineering--he plans to be an Imagineer! I think he will get a kick out of the animation academy!
No worries about the name spelling--If that concerned me I would be forced to be much more careful myself!
As far as DDs milk allergy--its not so difficult for her, as she does not know what she is missing. When she has been "poisoned" it tastes gross to her. She knows within seconds she cannot eat it, and then the "pives" start (Her word for "hives" from when she was younger, and it is our cute way of naming what is going on for her). BUT it is hard for us and the other kids. Now that she is getting older, I do not allow the big kids to have a treat somewhere if there is nothing for her--they do not have to be dairy free, but they cannot eat a cookie if we cannot find a safe cookie-type option for her.
About DHS-My DD(8) is really into art and engineering--he plans to be an Imagineer! I think he will get a kick out of the animation academy!
I was actually thinking that very same thing, when I posted it. About her not knowing what she is missing. I didn't know if that was the case or not though, so I didn't write it. Thank goodness she is so aware, and wtg for you parents! I don't blame you for the need a substitute for the youngest take.
That is so great that your DS wants to be an Imagineer! I don't blame you for going to DHS for that reason. What a career goal, I love it!
Sounds like a great days for #2 and 3, I love your line of "avoid the parades"! LOL I do the same thing! Have to say though, not so sure about bed by 10, the epcot night. By the time Illuminations is over, you catch the bus, get to the resort, and walk to your room....
Sounds like a great days for #2 and 3, I love your line of "avoid the parades"! LOL I do the same thing! Have to say though, not so sure about bed by 10, the epcot night. By the time Illuminations is over, you catch the bus, get to the resort, and walk to your room....
You must have forgot that we are Staying at the Beach Club, which is about a 5 minute walk from Epcot! This is one of the reasons we are visiting Epcot 3 times, and think we can squeeze in time for the pool at the resort on Epcot days! I cannot wait to experience BC!
You must have forgot that we are Staying at the Beach Club, which is about a 5 minute walk from Epcot! This is one of the reasons we are visiting Epcot 3 times, and think we can squeeze in time for the pool at the resort on Epcot days! I cannot wait to experience BC!
Oh Duh!!! Ss that was pretty stupid. Can't wait to hear all about the BC I have never been there.
Oh Duh!!! Ss that was pretty stupid. Can't wait to hear all about the BC I have never been there.
Not Stupid at all. WHy would you be expected to keep track of where everyone is staying at you read through PTR plans?
I know that, even with being so close, it will still be tough to actually get to bed by 10! But I can dream!
I am so thrilled about staying at the BC--I feel so lucky to have gotten the 40% discount and for there to have been rooms available during the value season. It is still pushing our budget, but I think the resort will help our vacation be the re-energizing trip we need!
Not Stupid at all. WHy would you be expected to keep track of where everyone is staying at you read through PTR plans?
I know that, even with being so close, it will still be tough to actually get to bed by 10! But I can dream!
I am so thrilled about staying at the BC--I feel so lucky to have gotten the 40% discount and for there to have been rooms available during the value season. It is still pushing our budget, but I think the resort will help our vacation be the re-energizing trip we need!
Hahaha! I guess thats true, huh? Well I won't forget now! LOL
Well you can get to bed as close to 10 as you can. Of course you can dream, that is what WDW is all about!
After the time you had with your last trip, I do think this will be a great way to start your vaca! From what I have seen, it looks like the mod and dlx. resorts have this relaxing peacful vibe to them, compared to the values. The value are fun, but very busy and bright!
Thank goodness for discounts I love them!
Shelly your plans look great. I would probably pick up a quick snack at the resort before heading over to DHS. I also think that taking a cab to Chef Mickey's for your early breakast is a great call. We have done that in the past, just not stressing before an early breakfast about buses and connecting to other resorts really starts off our day on a positive one.
From what I have seen, it looks like the mod and dlx. resorts have this relaxing peacful vibe to them, compared to the values. The value are fun, but very busy and bright!Thank goodness for discounts I love them!
We have only been once, at a mod, but the "busy" pace of the values seem like it would lead to sensory overload...Fun is for the parks!
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Shelly your plans look great. I would probably pick up a quick snack at the resort before heading over to DHS. I also think that taking a cab to Chef Mickey's for your early breakast is a great call. We have done that in the past, just not stressing before an early breakfast about buses and connecting to other resorts really starts off our day on a positive one.
We took a cab to our last ADR at CG--it was a million times better than trying to make the connections (as we had to do for the luau!). Its all about setting ourselves up for success!
As far as DDs milk allergy--its not so difficult for her, as she does not know what she is missing. When she has been "poisoned" it tastes gross to her. She knows within seconds she cannot eat it, and then the "pives" start (Her word for "hives" from when she was younger, and it is our cute way of naming what is going on for her). BUT it is hard for us and the other kids. Now that she is getting older, I do not allow the big kids to have a treat somewhere if there is nothing for her--they do not have to be dairy free, but they cannot eat a cookie if we cannot find a safe cookie-type option for her.
We do the SAME thing in our house If there isn't a safe option for Patrick, we don't get something for Nolan. He's 5, and pretty much understands - except he doesn't get why Dairy Queen can't make a dairy free ice cream for his brother. I'm pretty lucky that Patrick loves Oreos, and they travel well, so I always keep some in my diaper bag for him.
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As I start posting our daily plans, I would love any feedback!
Day 1:
· Arrive MCO at 1:10 pm
· Take DME to BC to check in
· Leave our checked bags with concierge
· Take boat to DHS (We should have about 3 hours at DHS before it closes)
· Note: we will try to do this without a stroller for our DD (3.5). We have a small sit and stand, but think it will be too bulky to move through the park and the speed we will need this day. She is a great walked with good stamina, and hope she can manage for this short amount of time.
· TSMM!
· Return to BC for 7:15 dinner ADR at Cape May Clam Bake
*Questions/feedback wanted: What to do about food for lunch? Thoughts on not getting to our room until after dinner…
Your day sounds so much like our first day! We're staying at the Contemporary (same pin code deal you seemed to have). We should be getting there (depending on traffic - around 1p.m., after checking in and getting a quick snack, we're going to head to DHS. We have 4:10 reservations at the Sci-Fi Dine In - the boys are so excited! Nolan already has his meal planned out Because it is a shorter day, I'm wondering if we could get away with just the double stroller for the two younger ones - skipping the stroller for the oldest. After all, he's going to have energy to burn after being cooped up in the car on the way down.
Depending on what time we get to our resort, and how restless the older two are, we will either grab a snack at our hotel, or head directly to DHS.
I don't believe they will allow you on the boat with food. There are tables right outside of Hurricane Hanna's, or we've brought our food down to the edge of Crescent Lake where there are beach chairs (no swimming in the lake). If you're in the lobby, go out the main back doors, hook a right when you get to the walkway that goes around the lake, and Hurricane Hanna's is right down on the right side. The boat dock is just a bit further down, on the left side.
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On your first day, I'd head out to Hurricane Hanna's and eat there before you jump on the boat to DHS! 
I'm pretty lucky that Patrick loves Oreos, and they travel well, so I always keep some in my diaper bag for him.
Because it is a shorter day, I'm wondering if we could get away with just the double stroller for the two younger ones - skipping the stroller for the oldest. After all, he's going to have energy to burn after being cooped up in the car on the way down
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