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breakfast looks yummy. I'm super hungry right now so it is only making it worse. So much construction - when will it all end?
I'm hoping things will be a lot better by the time we go back next year. The Poly should be done, as should Downtown Disney. Of course, Animal Kingdom won't be and as for the Studios, until they announce what they're doing over there, we wouldn't have a real timescale for work.
I got behind--not sure how that happened, but I guess I have been too busy at work.
What a wonderful meal at Citrico's. Methinks it is time for a return visit. If your soup was like the Forest Mushroom Bisque I had there my last visit, then I am truly envious, because--oh, this hurts--it was better than the Portobello Mushroom Soup at Artist Point. Not a judgement made lightly, I assure you. That said, I can get the soup at Artist Point any time I would like!
'Ohana looked good, although I am afraid that Kona will win out just about every time.
Cam picked out my favorite pic from your pre-fog set, the one of the GF and the wonderful light.
Sigh. Isn't it time to go back? I guess I am thinking about it a bit because a year ago I was there.
Can't believe the amount of construction over at The Poly! When I was there just a year ago (almost to the day) some of the pylons were protruding from the water and just some of the outer construction of the bungalows had begun on a few of these. It wasn't nearly as advanced as it is now! The end result will be amazing and can't wait to see this (probably 2016) as well as the new improvements at the GCH!
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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!
Caught up again. I've learned not to read TRs on an empty stomach, but even just after having breakfast, I really, really want some pineapple bread! It's making me think about a quick getaway to WDW!
First- love your photopass photos. You two could pass for a couple of happy kids on their first visit.
And the pictures from 7dmt are priceless!
2nd - the Poly construction photos are beyond anything I could have imagined. You are correct in saying imagine facing that on a trip of a lifetime. I would be in tears. My dd,was extremely intrigued, as she dreams of growing up to be a Disney Architect Imagineer, as a hotel designer. (Lofty goals for.an 11 year old.)
Finally, I have to remind myself to eat a snack before reading your TR. You always make me hungry,
I got behind--not sure how that happened, but I guess I have been too busy at work.
Sadly life gets in the way of Disney sometimes...
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What a wonderful meal at Citrico's. Methinks it is time for a return visit. If your soup was like the Forest Mushroom Bisque I had there my last visit, then I am truly envious, because--oh, this hurts--it was better than the Portobello Mushroom Soup at Artist Point. Not a judgement made lightly, I assure you. That said, I can get the soup at Artist Point any time I would like!
Maybe on our next trip - we're currently looking at a return to WDW in early November for the Food and Wine Festival. I know we probably said April to you guys, but something to do with a too-good-to-pass-up deal on a Baltic cruise next June!
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'Ohana looked good, although I am afraid that Kona will win out just about every time.
I can understand that and perhaps I'll get back there for breakfast soon, as I do love their breakfasts.
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Cam picked out my favorite pic from your pre-fog set, the one of the GF and the wonderful light.
Sigh. Isn't it time to go back? I guess I am thinking about it a bit because a year ago I was there.
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Can't believe the amount of construction over at The Poly! When I was there just a year ago (almost to the day) some of the pylons were protruding from the water and just some of the outer construction of the bungalows had begun on a few of these. It wasn't nearly as advanced as it is now! The end result will be amazing and can't wait to see this (probably 2016) as well as the new improvements at the GCH!
It's amazing how fast Disney moves forward with construction. There was very little in October 2013, but now it's all done.
First- love your photopass photos. You two could pass for a couple of happy kids on their first visit.
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And the pictures from 7dmt are priceless!
2nd - the Poly construction photos are beyond anything I could have imagined. You are correct in saying imagine facing that on a trip of a lifetime. I would be in tears. My dd,was extremely intrigued, as she dreams of growing up to be a Disney Architect Imagineer, as a hotel designer. (Lofty goals for.an 11 year old.)
I'd be pretty upset too. I know Disney were contacting people to make them aware of the construction, but even so, it was worse than I could've imagined.
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Finally, I have to remind myself to eat a snack before reading your TR. You always make me hungry,
Monday 23 February – part three: can you take some shots by the Mine Train?
When we came off, we got some shots of the Mine Train going round. It’s so cool to finally see it operating, after having seen them building it for so long.
We headed over to Gaston’s area (I’m not sure what else to call it ) to use the restrooms…
It’s so beautifully themed here:
We had a browse in the shop here, and it’s nice to see that there are still some unique items available:
We headed over to Ariel’s Castle, as I’d spotted a Photopass photographer, who didn’t seem to have anyone to photograph, and I thought we’d ensure she was gainfully employed.
When we were done with those shots, Mark asked if she could take some shots over by the Mine Train, and she happily obliged.
We then headed out of Fantasyland…
… and over to the area with Rapunzel’s Tower. I don’t think we’ve really had a chance to properly explore this area before, and it’s absolutely beautiful. I just loved all the flowers here. In fact, I loved seeing flowers at all, not really having seen any flowers at home since about September or October time.
That last picture is so pretty! I hear you about wanting to see some flowers. (We woke up to about 2 inches of fresh snow on the ground this morning.)
Nice of you to keep year photographers gainfully employed!
Flowers make everything look better. I just wish I was good at keeping them alive.
Your photos are so good! I'm really thinking of adding memory maker to our summer trip. It's been years since we've done the pre-purchase thing...... now that it includes ride photos and some of the character meals, I think it's worth it!
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Not a judgement made lightly, I assure you. That said, I can get the soup at Artist Point any time I would like!
When I was there just a year ago (almost to the day) some of the pylons were protruding from the water and just some of the outer construction of the bungalows had begun on a few of these. It wasn't nearly as advanced as it is now! 
The end result will be amazing and can't wait to see this (probably 2016) as well as the new improvements at the GCH! 
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