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That's really unbelievable that you had to wait that long for two cokes! I've read other reviews about Woody's Lunchbox and they need to get a better system in place over there. We never did get to ride the Alien Swirling Saucers on this trip but hopefully in 2019 we will! So sorry that you had such a bad experience on Slinky Dog. It was a fun ride but not something that I would wait on a long line for in the future. Hope you felt better by the time you got to DS.
Thank you for sharing your trip reports! I have loved reading them and learning a thing or two And your photos... awesome!
I would appreciate being added to your Facebook group 😀 (lisa morian Honard)
Sorry it was so hot at TSL! You’d think they would design it with shade in mind. At least you got to ride everything. Sorry the Dramamine wasn’t working. And sorry for the long wait for the Coke! Geesh!
I do wonder why they weren't thinking of the excessive heat as Toy Story Land is in Florida where it normally gets very hot.
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Nice time in TSL for the most part. That was a ridiculous wait fro your Cokes and they need to be more organized with this! Too bad you experience on SDD was not that great but at least Luke enjoyed it as I know he would. At least your lunch was good and got to experience TSL.
The mobile order has worked fairly well when we were getting meals, but the two or so times we've just ordered drinks, it hasn't been a good idea at all.
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Sorry Slinky Dog ended up being such a traumatic experience for you!
Traumatic is a very good description of how I felt about Slinky Dog Dash.
So sorry you felt so sick on Slinky Dog! We never got a chance to ride it. I have found since reaching my mid 50's that I have a hard time with the coasters and even ToT. Bummer, just another reminder I'm getting old. How nice of the lady from Ohio to offer her table. Some of the nicest people come from Ohio! Looking forward to more!
I have always suffered from motion sickness, but it has gotten worse the older I get. I've already cut our Space Mountain and Expedition Everest. I may have to go completely coaster-free.
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I just cannot get over the fact that Disney didn't build more shade into the queues in Toy Story Land. So sorry you didn't enjoy Slinky Dog Dash.
Definitely a fail on Disney's part not to at least make the queues shadier. I think all the really great work is being done on Galaxy's Edge. To me Toy Story Land felt a little less thought out.
That's really unbelievable that you had to wait that long for two cokes! I've read other reviews about Woody's Lunchbox and they need to get a better system in place over there. We never did get to ride the Alien Swirling Saucers on this trip but hopefully in 2019 we will! So sorry that you had such a bad experience on Slinky Dog. It was a fun ride but not something that I would wait on a long line for in the future. Hope you felt better by the time you got to DS.
We had read the same reviews on Woody's Lunch Box, but wanted to give it a try ourselves. So now we have at least tried it. I will eventually feel better, but riding a bus was not ideal.
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Originally Posted by Mileese
Thank you for sharing your trip reports! I have loved reading them and learning a thing or two And your photos... awesome!
I would appreciate being added to your Facebook group 😀 (lisa morian Honard)
I have added you. Thanks so much for reading my TRs!
Our long walk to the temporary bus stops at Hollywood Studios now began. I will admit that I hardly remember the walk as I was more focused on keeping my lunch down. Every bus stop seemed to have very long lines as Luke and I reached the one way down at the end that would take us to Disney Springs. Fortunately, once there our wait was short as a bus arrived in two minutes. We had arrived right at 3:58, and Luke told me the buses to Disney Springs start at 4:00, so I’m sure to keep guests happy buses are in place right at 4:00. Again there is very little shade here, but it appears that will be remedied when the new stops open up in summer of 2019. Ahead of us in the bus queue were three dads each with a double stroller, which none of them bothered to close until it was their turn to board the bus. Each of them then boarded and stopped just behind the yellow line, totally blocking off the entrance right as it was our turn to board. I wish I had felt better because I would have paid attention to our driver’s name and written it down to send in a commendation because he was truly a blessing. He came off the bus and directed Luke and I to follow him, escorting us to the back doors of the bus. I truly think he could tell I was green around the gills. He motioned for us to go up the steps as there were two seats still available there. He then went back and brought a few more folks on board. I had mused as we waited that I needed inside an air-conditioned bus, so even if I had to stand I would. Fortunately, we got the last two seats. I lay my head on Luke’s shoulder and shut my eyes for the entire ride. The bus’s motion did make me feel queasy a few times, but as I cooled off, life got better.
By the time we arrived, I was feeling more like myself, so once at Disney Springs, we headed in the shops, turning left to Vera Bradley. On my wish list was a triple zip crossbody bag in the new Disney pattern that was released about a month before our trip. I told Luke as we walked toward the store that I had a gut feeling that it was sold out. But just that morning, I had gotten an email from Vera Bradley, highlighting their newest pattern, Bordeaux Blooms. I actually like the colors much better in the Bordeaux Blooms than in the Disney pattern. I figured, if both were available, I would have a decision on my hands. When I walked in and cast member Katie immediately asked if she could help me, I asked about the availability of the Disney pattern. Sold out was her response, and I was happy because the new Bordeaux Blooms items were everywhere, and I loved it. She asked if I knew what I wanted. Of course, I did. Katie quickly gathered up the items as I mentioned them – first the triple zip hipster crossbody, then the RFID turnlock wallet, and the zip ID case. I was bubbling with excitement. As we walked to the registers to check out, I asked if they had an AP or DVC discount. Then she made me even happier by telling me that the current deal was $30 of $125. I wondered if I had bought enough which made her laugh. Katie let me know that I most definitely had. Sweet!
Up next was Uniqlo where I found some long-sleeve tees. I had looked for some at the Opry Mills Mall back in Nashville but hadn’t liked any I saw. Here at Uniqlo I found six, two of those being short sleeve. The cast member who checked me out allowed me to use the D23 (yes that is correct) discount, treating me like a cast member, for five shirts. Very cool! Then she rang up the last one with a code on my Uniqlo app. This gave me those savings, and I appreciated her willingness to do it this way. Oops! I forgot to take a photos of the short-sleeve gray tee.
Finally, we headed to one of Luke’s favorites, the Lego Store. We thoroughly canvassed the entire store, but only purchased two BrickHeadz kits, one for Mr. and Mrs. Claus and one for a witch. We use these in our home decorating. The cast member here had several issues checking us out, switching us twice from one register to another. In the end we got the DVC discount, but she forgot to use Luke’s reward dollars as a Lego VIP. It was only $5 this time, so no big deal, and we’ll use it another time. Sort of a comedy of errors.
From Lego, we made our way to the World of Disney, where the refurbishing of the store was about half finished. We entered on the right of the store where the remodel was complete. Very nice décor and lots more rooms between displays even with all the store housed in this half. We next went into the Pin Traders shop, looking for something, which I do not now remember. We left empty-handed. We like wandering through the Market Place Co-Op, though I’m not sure we’ve ever bought anything at the shops here. We followed the Market Place by visiting Days of Disney, checking out the Christmas wares.
No purchases were made in any of the above stores. But that changed when we went in The Art of Disney. We had noticed a sign outside that Don “Ducky” Williams was on site, signing his prints. We did not know any specifics about his work before walking over to his display. I found a print of the Seven Dwarfs that along with one by Noah will be framed and displayed beside a Seven Dwarfs giclee that already hangs over our bed.
As we now made our way toward our dinner destination, I asked Luke if there was anywhere else he’d like to shop. The only thing on his wish list prior to the trip was a new pair of Oakleys. So before headed to the restaurant, we stopped at the Oakley Store. He didn’t find anything he liked and the staff here didn’t seem to interested in selling anything. After a restroom break, we made our way to The Edison to check in for dinner.
The Edison has such a cool interior design. We were told once we were checked in that it would just be a few minutes. I used that time to get a few photos of the upstairs entrance area.
Shortly, we were taken downstairs to a table not far from one of the bars. There was a small stage area on the other side of our table with a series of ancient short films playing throughout our dinner.
The Catalog of Parts, i.e. menu, is not extensive, but we both found something we thought we’d enjoy.
Luke selected The Edison, their signature burger, and I decided on the Old-Fashioned Meatloaf and Gravy. The photos don’t do justice to our meals. My meal was so large that there was no way I would be able to finish it, but it was very delicious. Luke cleaned his plate. We did manage to share a chocolate gelato for dessert. Besides being an excellent meal, this one was not that pricey in Disney terms. With two drinks, two entrees, and a dessert it came to $63.98 with our Tables in Wonderland discount. We plan to come back here on future trips.
I captured a bit more of the restaurant on our way out.
By now we were done and ready for our resort. After going the wrong way to the bus stops, we finally arrived at bus stop #23. We had a little bit of a wait, but we were the first in line, and therefore, first on board.
Back at Kidani Village, I switched my stuff to my new Vera Bradley bag. Soon after we were in bed, setting the alarm for a wee bit later.
Sorry you were still a bit queasy. And I know the hot sun doesn’t help!
What’s wrong with people? We encountered several of those last minute stroller people as well. And of course they block the door while they’re folding it up.
No common sense!
Glad you were able to get over your queasiness! You guys made some great purchases at Disney Springs! And a delicious meal at Edison Grill! A great night!
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I've read other reviews about Woody's Lunchbox and they need to get a better system in place over there. We never did get to ride the Alien Swirling Saucers on this trip but hopefully in 2019 we will! So sorry that you had such a bad experience on Slinky Dog.
It was a fun ride but not something that I would wait on a long line for in the future. Hope you felt better by the time you got to DS.
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So sorry you didn't enjoy Slinky Dog Dash. 
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Great purchases and it sounds like a wonderful dinner. 
That is going to be an awesome trip!!
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