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Quite a funny poem! I could easily have five Dole WHips as they are just so good! Although, I overlooked this on my last trip! Quite a nice weekend you have planned with the movies.
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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!
I am loving the poems!! And, what a great day you are having, with hopes of a great weekend in front of you. Hurray for Muffin!!
Thanks, Pris!! I think I will keep that guy around for a little while!
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What a great day! I can’t wait to see the Nutcracker
It really was, Julie!! Me either but it is getting some not so great reviews.
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Yes we definitely can feel your excitement!
Sounds like you have a wonderful weekend planned!
But of coursed you can!! I am really looking forward to this entire week!!
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Quite a funny poem! I could easily have five Dole WHips as they are just so good! Although, I overlooked this on my last trip! Quite a nice weekend you have planned with the movies.
Thanks, Dave!! Not sure I could do five a day but I Dole Whips!!!
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Lucky you with the Starbucks cups. I tried Two different ones today hoping for the free refillable holiday up and both had already run out.
Colleen, you can have mine if you really want it!! After all, I got it for free!!
So honestly you guys, this was one of the best days ever!! When I came home from work, Muffin had an awesome dinner of lamb chops and cauliflower made for me. After dinner, me, Muffin, Katie and Andy all played a great game of Disney Apples to Apples!! Then we just got finished watching Fantastic Beasts again. I love that movie and can't wait for the second one!!
On top of that, we received the coolest email from Party for the Senses!!! I will share it with you guys:
Greetings!
We are excited that you will be joining us on Saturday, November 10th for the Party for the Senses!
This email is to outline a few of the details for the Party you are attending. If you would be so kind as to confirm and answer the question below and return to us by Monday, November 5th.
Party name: Tara McCusker
Size of party: 2
- Will you be joining another party and wish to sit with or near them? If so, please provide the reservation name and the size of their party.
New! Transportation from Disney Resorts:
This year, we are offering complimentary Minnie Van service to Party for the Senses if you are staying at one of the Walt Disney World Resorts. This complimentary service is available between 5:30PM – 7:00PM and a reservation must be confirmed. Complimentary transportation after the Party back to your Walt Disney World Resort is also available until 10:30PM.
If you are interested in utilizing this service, please reply back to this email with the name of your Resort, reservation #, phone number, your requested pick up time and if you are interested in a return service back to your resort. We will then follow up with you with additional information and details.
Transportation from Epcot Main Entrance:
If you will be driving and parking at Epcot, we will also be providing transportation from the main entrance to World Showplace pavilion. Transportation at the main entrance will begin at 5:45 pm.
If you are driving into the Party, we have attached a parking pass to this email that will guarantee you a parking spot in the Epcot parking lot. This is not complimentary parking, but will ensure you have a spot in the event that parking has been re-directed to another location due to high parking capacity. Please show the pass to the auto plaza Cast Member.
New! Early Party Check In:
If you are in the park earlier in the day and would like to check in and receive your credentials early, please stop by the podium in front of the World Showplace gate on the promenade beginning at 11am or stop at the Festival Center anytime between 9am-4pm at the Festival Information Desk. Please check in with the Cast Member there and he/she will provide you with your party credentials. This will allow you admission to the party and to your reserved table. There is no need to worry about coming in very early and waiting for the doors to open.
Arriving to the Event:
As a Wine View Lounge Guest, the party begins at 6:30 pm at World Showplace* at Epcot with a special chef’s briefing where you will hear from each of the evening’s participating chefs and learn about the dish that they are preparing. There will also be a special photo opportunity and celebratory welcome toast.
*World Showplace is located between the Canada and United Kingdom pavilions.
Eat to the Beat:
There will also be a check in location at the American Gardens Theatre beginning at 4pm in case you wish to attend the 5:30 pm Eat to the Beat show.
Entertainment:
This year, Party for the Senses is headlined by a performance from the incomparable Femmes of Rock. The Femmes of Rock have wowed audiences worldwide with high-energy shows, featuring classic rock hits played on electric violins.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reply back to this email. Feel free to leave us a phone number if you wish to speak with a Cast Member over the phone.
Thank you so much and we look forward to seeing you real soon!
Cheers!
Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival Team
First of all, we are so excited that they are offering Minnie Van service from our resort!!! And back!!!!!
Also, we absolutely love the Femmes of Rock!!!!! They are one hundred percent FANTASTIC!!!!
I must share with you guys that we got so excited about this email that we didn't give them all of the details when we replied to them and had to email them back!
Hopefully, they will pick us up via Minnie Van and drop us off as well!!
Some cool courtesy added to The Party of the Senses, especially that Minnie Van transport! Can't wait now for you all to this, get back home, and write the update.
Some cool courtesy added to The Party of the Senses, especially that Minnie Van transport! Can't wait now for you all to this, get back home, and write the update.
WOW! Amazing details and benefits that have been added for this event! Making this even more special. I've thought about doing this, but as I go solo to WDW, I'm not sure if I'd enjoy it enough to make the cost worthwhile?
What do you think Tara regarding my being on the fence for this event?
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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!
Wow! You've indeed had a great evening. That's exciting about the free Minnie Van service to/from the party. That's worth 1/4 of the party cost right there! I, too, can't wait to hear about your trip.
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I could easily have five Dole WHips as they are just so good! 
Quite a nice weekend you have planned with the movies.
Dole Whips!!!
After dinner, me, Muffin, Katie and Andy all played a great game of Disney Apples to Apples!! Then we just got finished watching Fantastic Beasts again. I love that movie and can't wait for the second one!! 
Making this even more special. I've thought about doing this, but as I go solo to WDW, I'm not sure if I'd enjoy it enough to make the cost worthwhile? 
I, too, can't wait to hear about your trip.
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