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Next, we made our way to Asia for our Kali River Rapids FP+. DH didn’t want to get wet and sat this one out. This worked out well since we left all our bags with him.
The ride was fun, but much shorter than I remembered. We did have fun laughing at my sister who was the only one wearing a poncho and still managed to get soaked. I can’t remember if she wore her shower cap this time or not. (Yes, she wears a shower cap on water ride ).
After the ride, we met up with DH (and all our stuff) and headed over to It’s Tough to be a Bug. Getting 8 seats together proved to be tougher than being a bug so we had to split up. I don’t remember who sat with whom, but I think we were in groups of 4.
We hadn’t done this attraction in a few years. It was fun, but definitely in need of a refurb. I don’t recall seeing Hopper at all even though we heard him. Not sure if this malfunctioned or if they removed this feature to make it less scary for little kiddos.
We still had some time before our next FP+, so we headed over to The Lion King show. I like this show, but really dislike the stadium style seats. They are so uncomfortable. The theater seemed a lot smaller than the old theater, but there was still plenty of seating. I did feel like we were a lot closer to the performers, which was cool.
My pictures aren't great, but here are some of the better ones:
We made a pit stop for a special picture on the way.
We were on the ride in no time at all. I love this ride, but still scream like a lunatic. Glad I can provide entertainment for my family who laughs at me the whole ride . I don’t mind the drop, but the backwards part gets me every time.
And now the close-ups:
DH made this mustache especially for the ride pictures.
After the ride, it was finally time for lunch. My sister and BIL went in search of something garlic-free and safe for her to eat, while DH and I took all the kids to Pizzafari.
The kids got pizzas with Caesar salads. DH got the hot Italian style sandwich with chips.
I wasn’t very hungry and decided not to get anything. I thought the kids would have leftovers, but they devoured their food. I ended up eating one of the salads.
After lunch we headed to our third and final FP+ on Dinosaur. This is definitely one of my favorites and I would not mind riding it over and over. We were so excited when we got the ride vehicle all to ourselves. This made for a great ride pictures.
It’s a good thing I had purchased ponchos earlier in the day because it was pouring when we exited the ride. We made our way to the covered area across from the ride store and put on our ponchos. I didn’t realize Jared and Brianna had stolen my phone and were taking poncho selfies.
We had done everything we wanted to do at the park for now and decided to head back to the resort for a break.
Up next…. Hanging out at the resort and dinner at Rainforest Cafe
I agree with you about the seats at FotLK, they are very uncomfortable.
Love the photo with Olaf! I had no idea they had this one.
As for my next trip, I don't think we'll be going in 2015. Budget wise, it seems highly impossible with 2 of my boys graduating. But I am already planning our trip for 2016. I'm hoping to go at the end of June, beginning of July.
We are thinking maybe April - Em's spring break is late this year, and the crowd calendar is calling for low crowds that week And then we will be there in August for Em's birthday!
Funny - we were on the safari for the downpour!!! It was crazy!
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I also disliked the "cake" they put the gray stuff on at BOG - and was also served an almost raw dish, but mine was pork. That kid's chicken skewer meal was tiny! It's a shame to hear more people having "off" nights there
Loved the butterfly magic shots! Glad you were easily able to switch your days around to take advantage of refurb schedules!
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. I don’t mind the drop, but the backwards part gets me every time.
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