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Thanks for the update Cam and I hope you're feeling better soon! Merry Christmas!
You are welcome! I am feeling better, but I still have some moments of uncontrollable coughing, usually during the night.
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Wonderful photos Cam!
So sorry you've had that infection - both Mark and I have had something similar and it's been horrible, really hard to get rid of.
Merry Christmas to both you and Luke!
Thanks! It seems like lots of folks here have the same cold type thing. I am doing better, but I'd love to be able to sleep all night without waking myself up coughing.
Great animal photos in the AK. How cool that you were a participant in the bird show and even better when one flew over your head!
Sorry you were feeling quite bad around Christmas with the illness and hope you are getting much better!
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
Great animal photos in the AK. How cool that you were a participant in the bird show and even better when one flew over your head!
Sorry you were feeling quite bad around Christmas with the illness and hope you are getting much better!
I remember the first time I saw this show that the cast member told us not to duck our heads because the macaws would fly over regardless of how low we went.
Once the macaws had flown home, we left Discovery Island headed for Pandora to make use of our second FastPass of the day. I love entering this land as it transports us to a whole new world. Just a few photos as we made our way to Navi River. [
We entered the FastPass queue for Navi River and walked straight to a waiting boat. I fully intended to just relax and enjoy the ride, but I did take a few photos of this sensory immersive ride. [
When our ride was over, we decided that lunch should be next. We love Satu’li Canteen and since it was nearby, we made our way there. We got a chicken bowl with beans and rice and black bean sauce to share along with two Cokes. Thankfully, we found a table inside in the air conditioning. We ate at a leisurely pace as we had plenty of time before our third FastPass.
On our way out of Pandora, we stopped for a PhotoPass opportunity at the entrance to this land where the large smoking plant is.
We still had quite a bit of time before the third FastPass, so when we noticed a bench mostly in the shade near Tiffins, we decided to sit and people watch for a while. At one point a Cast Member asked if we’d like to take a survey. We got to talking with him afterwards as he was truly a delightful man. He retired a while back, but he didn’t want to sit around doing nothing, so he has been working at WDW now for many years.
Eventually, we were within our window for Dinosaur and made our way there. We both thought this time the ride was a little less jerky.
Luke asked if there was anything else I wanted to do, and I mentioned that since we were in Dinoland already, I’d like to meet Chip and Dale. It took a few minutes for us to find their meet and greet location. The line wasn’t very long so we queued up with the other families waiting. Right before the family in front of us was to have their turn, the chipmunks had to go in for a bit of a acorn break. About five minutes later the duo was back and ready to play with more guests. They really do ham it up with every guest, making so much fun. I complimented them on their cute dinosaur costumes, and both modeled their suits for me, making sure that I noticed the back as well. We really had a good time with them.
At this point we were both feeling tired and with nothing else we wanted to do, we made our way back out to the bus stops for a ride home to Kidani Village. Once in our room, I checked the view from the balcony and discovered a couple of giraffes off to the left. But it was difficult to photograph them.
We both curled up on the bed and rested for a while before dinner.
Tonight we would be eating at Boma with Linda and Pete, so around 5:30 we began our trek from Kidani Village to Jambo House. As I noticed animals outside various windows, I stopped to catch first some zebras and then some giraffes.
Dinner at Boma was as wonderful as it always is. Our server Holly was a hoot, overly chatty at first and almost ADHD. But she did her job quite well. I got a Brut Rose Sparkling Wine to go with my dinner selections. We four took our time eating and talking and laughing with Holly. She was sweet enough to get a photo of our little group.
Before we left Jambo House, we explored Zawadi with Linda and Pete. It is a favorite gift shop for us. No purchases, but I love looking around here. Eventually, we dragged ourselves away and parted company with Linda and Pete. The walk back to Kidani was pleasant as with the sun now set it wasn’t as hot. We stopped by Johari Treasures to pick up some more drinks, and then it was off to the room for some sleep.
NEXT: A Little Bit of This and A Little Bit of That at Epcot
More great times in the AK. Some nice photos from NRJ as not an easy one to get good photos as so dark! Glad you enjoyed the Canteen as I had a nice lunch in 2017. Great photos with Chip and Dale as you all seemed to be enjoying it! Nice meal and times at Boma with Linda and Pete and better yet that you had a great server. Boma will be a must to try for the first time on my next trip as I've never been able to fit it in. Must do when I'm visiting the AK. Have been there for breakfast and enjoyed it a lot.
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
My TR from my most recent trip is now underway. Includes: Universal Studios Florida, Disney World and Sea World Orlando Trifecta TR -Updated December 10th! TR is now COMPLETED!
Great pictures from AK! How cute are Chip and Dale in their Dino costumes! Glad you had a great dinner with Linda and Pete! And glad you’re feeling better!
Thanks for the update Cam. I have to say that the thing that most baffles me while reading trip reports is the interaction with the characters. That is something that I have never been able to do. I’m not sure why, but I just can’t get into them. I’m sure I will appreciate them more when we take our granddaughters in 2020. Maybe it has something to do with being terrified of Santa as a child. People in costumes creep me out to this day. I just can’t get over the thought that you have no idea who’s under that costume and it makes me uncomfortable. Kudos to you and all the others out there that are able to embrace them!
Your pictures with Chip and Dale I their dino outfits are so adorable and you both seem to always enjoy your interactions with the characters so much! We so enjoyed our dinner at Boma with you both!
Your photos from AK of both live animals and the Tree of Life are just incredible, Cam!! That shot over the bridge is also one of my favorite viewpoints in the Park!!
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Hopefully, you'll be feeling like your old self soon.
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Nice meal and times at Boma with Linda and Pete and better yet that you had a great server. 
Glad you had a great dinner with Linda and Pete! And glad you’re feeling better!
I just can’t get over the thought that you have no idea who’s under that costume and it makes me uncomfortable. Kudos to you and all the others out there that are able to embrace them!
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