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Great pictures from around the resort! Looks like a fun start to your time at MK, too! I really hope the new Mickey Head pretzels last until we get there in June.
I love strolling around taking pictures!
And yes, the Mickey head pretzels were a fun snack.
Day 1 - part 3
Then we headed for Fantasyland and did Mickey’s Philharmagic. This is always a highlight of MK!
And then a stop into Sir Mickey’s to see the giant peeking in from outside. This was one of the things I’d read about in the Hidden Magic book and also heard other PPs talk about, so I made sure we found it.
Then we walked through the castle and back to Adventureland.
Once we arrived in Adventureland we headed for Jungle Cruise. This is always a hoot! We enjoy the corny jokes and our captain was quite good, so it was a fun time.
Then it was time for our FP for BTM, so we headed over there for a wild ride.
Katie was not interested in Splash Mountain, but would have been ok sitting it out while Liz and I rode, but I didn’t want to split up, so we skipped it. It was getting quite crowded along the main path, so we took the back path from Frontierland to Liberty Square and were just in time to see HoP.
I really enjoy this attraction from beginning to end. However this time people were randomly clapping as various presidents were introduced. I found this to be quite distracting and a little rude since it sometimes extended into the introduction of the next president.
After HoP we made our way back down Main Street for our 8:40 ADRs at Tony’s.
We arrived about 15 minutes early and checked in.
We were called to our table at 8:30, so not a long wait at all! We’d asked if there was any seating available on the patio, but sadly, there was not. However we were seated in the front room which was almost as good since we would be able to see some of the ELP from our seats. Our server was Paul; He was friendly and very attentive.
Liz ordered lamb shank.
Katie had seafood Diavolo.
and I had chicken Parm.
Everything was delicious! For dessert Liz had Pistachio crème brûlée
and Katie and I had tiramisu.
Everything was wonderful and we left there feeling stuffed! We did get to see some of ELP from where we were seated. The taller floats were obviously more visible than the shorter ones. We got a few pictures, but they didn't turn out too well. After dinner we made our way up Main Street to get a spot for Magic Memories and you and Wishes. We only stood for 10 minutes or so before the show started. I didn’t get any pictures of MM&Y since I wanted to be able to see the whole show and not worry about getting a good shot. So awesome! Then Wishes began a few minutes later.
It was a great way to wind up our first day!
As we made our way to the exit, we ducked in the gift shops along Main Street to escape the crowds, but soon they became packed as well, so we ducked back out again and headed for the exits. It was a long wait for the bus. The line for POR stretched back two bus stops. But they had a CM there and at least they were organized and telling people where to stand for each bus. We were back in the room by 11:30 and while we got ready for bed we filled out the “Memories of our Day” section in our Passporter.
The weather today was humid, mostly sunny, a couple of rain showers
The best thing today was Mickey’s Philharmagic
The worst thing today was the crowds waiting for the bus at the end of the day
The funniest thing today was the Jungle Cruise captain's corny jokes
Today we tried Tony’s Town Square
And the result was a fabulous dinner!
The most magical moment today was Wishes
Great start on your TR and I'm loving your photos. I look forward to hearing how your trip differed with your daughters than with your DH.
Good luck with all of your wedding plans!
Glad you like the photos. Funny how when I'm at WDW and taking photos, I'm thinking about how nice it will be to share them with everyone here!
Thanks for the good wishes for the wedding plans! We just had the fourth and final shower yesterday. She's received so many beautiful things! We're counting down the days and beginning to review our last minute "to do" list.
Great end to your day! We all love Philharmagic, too! After reading some recent TRs where folks ate at Tony's, I think we're going to go back this next June as it has been awhile.
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Great end to your day! We all love Philharmagic, too! After reading some recent TRs where folks ate at Tony's, I think we're going to go back this next June as it has been awhile.
This was our first time to eat at Tony's. It wasn't in our original plans, but on the recommendation of my cousin we decided to try it this time. And I'm so gald we did!
It's kind of nestled back in there and unless you're really looking for it, you don't even really see it! Especially since when you arrive at MK, it's all about rounding the bend to see the castle!
I know waht you mean about the photos. I'm already trying to remember to take pics of food and we haven't even left for vacation yet.
Can't wait to hear about more.
Taking pictures of food is one of my favorite things to do now! It took a while for me to get in the habit of remembering to do it before digging in! What I usually try to do is get my camera out and leave it on the table so it's handy.
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