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Sounds like the package could be fun, will be interested to hear your review.
Let's hope it's fun
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Scott noticed these packages and was very interested if we go down. Do you know if you get a bottle of wine per person?
Lisa - I was told each person got all the goodies, including the wine, glass, etc. There has been some confusion about this early on, but it seems to be the case now. I have read it is selling out for some of the busier times.
I was planning to update ADRs, but they seem to be changing regularly, so will let that settle down a bit. Am also working on plans for our February trip - as I am counting on getting BOG for that one
Love the title of that last post! Seems like Disney is hard at work to find more and more ways to make us spend our money I'll be interested to hear your review of it when you get back. It is pricey, but sounds like you get a lot for your money.
Just signed into your TR! Your plans sound wonderful so far We haven't eaten at The Liberty Tree Tavern in many years but it used to be a favorite of ours. It's going to be so nice staying in an Epcot resort during the F&W! Your pictures look almost like water color paintings, they're so beautiful!
Love the title of that last post! Seems like Disney is hard at work to find more and more ways to make us spend our money I'll be interested to hear your review of it when you get back. It is pricey, but sounds like you get a lot for your money.
You are right, Jenn! As a shareholder, I am all for Disney making money. I am, however, still conflicted about the proliferation of Premium events.
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Just signed into your TR! Your plans sound wonderful so far We have eaten at The Liberty Tree Tavern in many years but it used to be a favorite of ours. It's going to be so nice staying in an Epcot resort during the F&W! Your pictures look almost like water color paintings, they're so beautiful!
Thank you, Linda. Glad you like the photos. I sometimes go out of my way to achieve a painterly look.
Mini- update: I asked Lou (DH):
Me: "Any dining requests for the September Disney trip?"
Him: "Whatever you pick is fine. Just make sure we eat at Wilderness Lodge at least once."
I should just have Laurie make my ADRs, since she got it right. So, goodbye California Grill, hello Artist Point.
I also went over the planned itinerary with him, and he is okay with everything so far. Even the Halloween Party (of which he has no idea what it is), and the early morning CP breakfast.
He wants to get some photos of the trains - fortunately they don't stop for refurbishment until the 3rd day of our trip!
I'm sure you'd have had a wonderful meal whichever you chose, and it would have been nice not to have to leave the Contemporary for dinner, but AP is always fabulous. Something tells me Lou won't be in costume for the Halloween party, but you could wear your orange wig.
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Still trying to play catch up. About running to kiosks for dine res. Back in those days as on site guest you could make ressies a whole 3 days in advance and we thought that was great
I'm sure you'd have had a wonderful meal whichever you chose, and it would have been nice not to have to leave the Contemporary for dinner, but AP is always fabulous. Something tells me Lou won't be in costume for the Halloween party, but you could wear your orange wig.
Muhahahah ... the orange wig, the blue one, or maybe just go with the Uncle Fester Look???
Lou in costume is probably a longshot.
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Great start and plans Sharon! Glad you're feeling well enough for a trip!
Thanks, Marnie. We are looking forward to the trip!
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Add me to the list of people who are interested to hear what you make of the package.
I will be sure to report on the package experience.
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Still trying to play catch up. About running to kiosks for dine res. Back in those days as on site guest you could make ressies a whole 3 days in advance and we thought that was great
I know, Mike - 3 whole days in advance! Look at us now
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Glad the plans are all working for Lou, too. Good work changing to Artist Point!
Thanks, Cam. It's good to get a little input from the other half, since he leaves the planning to me.
Before I start my update, just want to say congrats to those who are leaving very soon for the August trips - I think we have quite a few PassPorter Travelers ready to hit the road or the skies. Travel safely and have fun!
More ADRs & Plans - Part Two
9/28 Sunday: We left off with Sunday morning breakfast at Crystal Palace. We will hang out at the Magic Kingdom for a while, then drive over to The Boardwalk, where we will be checking in for a 5 night stay. I doubt our room will be ready, so we will either head over to Epcot or maybe Downtown Disney. There is a chance Lou won't want to get up for early breakfast, but I don't mind going by myself. I just like to take the opportunity to get into the park early.
I am concerned about the impact of the construction around the hub on photo opportunities
Dinner tonight is at the Rose & Crown, followed by Illuminations. Rose & Crown is one of two sentimental favorite restaurants for us at Epcot. Any guesses on what the other is? We are not, in general, the sentimental type, so it's nice to have a few favorites. I'm going to try to get a photo of the Scotch Egg that is actually in focus this time I also need to get more photos of the buildings in this area at night, since I have very few.
9/29 Monday: No breakfast or lunch ADRs for today. We may grab something at either the Boardwalk Bakery or the Boulangerie, but I want to ride Test Track in the morning, then start sampling the Festival Food Booths at 11am. I've heard the best time to minimize waiting in line is to visit the booths early in the day, and avoid weekends.
As discussed in a previous post, I signed us up for the F&W Festival Premium Event. This includes VIP areas around World Showcase (seating still not confirmed), where runners can pick up food from some of the kiosks. These areas are available Mon-Thursday from noon until 8pm. This is new, so no one knows quite what to expect.
I have no photos from the F&W Festival, so here are a few random food photos from the World Showcase:
Monday evening, we have an ADR at Bluezoo in The Dolphin. This is a first. I'm still not sure if we will be doing a big sit down dinner each evening of the F&W Festival, but it's booked just in case.
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Just joining in. All the plans sound wonderful so far. I don't mind the extra package things as long as it doesn't interfere with the "regular" guest's experience.
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I'll be interested to hear your review of it when you get back. It is pricey, but sounds like you get a lot for your money.
We haven't eaten at The Liberty Tree Tavern in many years but it used to be a favorite of ours. It's going to be so nice staying in an Epcot resort during the F&W! Your pictures look almost like water color paintings, they're so beautiful!
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