~The Saints won the Superbowl and we’re going to Disney World!!~

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Making the most of each Disney day!

Hi everybody! This is my first trip report and I'm really excited to get it started!

During this trip I’m determined to make the most of each day my family spends in Disney World. In the past, making the most meant riding every ride, seeing every show and never missing a beat. Although I am and always will be a planner, I’ve decided not to try and cram everything in this trip. I will divert all my OCD planning into planning time for FUN instead!

Our party includes my mom Kim, dad Kelly, sister Holly, nephew Jace (9), niece Rylan (2), and me, Alicia (24).

Our trip begins April 24 and ends on May 1. My mom’s birthday is April 22, so that is one of the things we will be celebrating while we’re there.

My family is also still in celebration mode over the Saints winning the Superbowl! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0DBfyut5NY

I'm not sure my family wants their pictures posted, so I'll hold off on that until I get the go-ahead from them. But here are some photos from my first and last trip to Disney.

MGM 1991

MGM 1991 {I'm putting this pic because this was the highlight of my trip. I know it's weird that meeting Mickey or riding Dumbo wasn't, but I LOVED the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles when I was little. I was just so starstruck to be meeting Michaelangelo!! }

Feb. 2007 {A VERY early morning while waiting for a bus to Animal Kingdom}

Feb. 2007 {Eating lunch at Cinderella's Royal Table}

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We'll be staying at the Caribbean Beach Resort for the first time. We’ve stayed at Disney’s Boardwalk, All Star Sports and in the Fort Wilderness cabins. So this will also be our first time staying at a moderate resort. Having stayed at a Deluxe, a Value and a Home Away From Home, I’m interested in seeing the difference between them and a Moderate. If anyone has pictures from their stay at Caribbean Beach, or any tips and suggestions about staying there, I’d love to see and hear them!

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Itinerary http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35893782&postcount=31

Disney Binder http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35921616&postcount=36

Knick Knacks – http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35956622&postcount=43

Animal Kingdom - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36000039&postcount=53

Hollywood Studios - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36054874&postcount=63

Magic Kingdom - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36102281&postcount=75

Epcot (Future World) - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36164966&postcount=90

Magic Kingdom (2) - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36209019&postcount=102

Epcot (World Showcase) - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36247911&postcount=113
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Here are the dining reservations we've made:

Date: April 27 Restaurant: Crystal Palace Time: 8:25 a.m. Location: Magic Kingdom

Has anyone gone to this breakfast before the park opens? My main goal is to get a family picture in front of the castle before the crowds.

Date: April 29 Restaurant: Ohana Time: 8.20 p.m. Location: Polynesian Resort

Wishes will be at 10 p.m. We’ll watch the fireworks from the restaurant or from the beach if we get done soon enough.

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I wanted to share the posts I made on the "Post family Disney-theme night ideas" thread (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1707141). I thought this was a fabulous idea and such a great way to get in the Disney spirit, brush up on some classic Disney films and spend more time together as a family.

Here are our pre-Disney parties:

Pirates of the Caribbean - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=31961082&postcount=506

Under the Sea – http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32494734&postcount=535

Animal Kingdom - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32771977&postcount=542

Toy Story Mania - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33295634&postcount=568

Mulan - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33653499&postcount=590

The Haunted Mansion - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34110823&postcount=610

Hercules - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34360493&postcount=612

The Princess and the Frog - http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34650860&postcount=615

A Bug’s Life –
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35024886&postcount=633

Royal Tea Party –
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35550698&postcount=673

Polynesian Night – http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35847224&postcount=763

Playhouse Disney – http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36359931&postcount=876

**Extra: Harry Potter Party –
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=35292988&postcount=651

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We started a 50 day character countdown on March 5. Each day my nephew pulls off a sticky note and reveals the name of a Disney character and a trivia question. I’ll try to post the questions on here each day for anyone who wants to answer along with us.

The questions are easy and kid-friendly so my nephew can know the answers.

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

According to Maleficent’s evil spell, what object will Princess Aurora die if she touches?

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: The spindle of a spinning wheel

Who is Robin Hood’s closest friend?

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: Little John

For how many years did Davy Jones let Jack Sparrow be the captain of the Black Pearl?

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: 13 years

What show in Hollywood Studios is Herbie a part of?

 

[jenniferkeala808]

hi there! I think we will be there the same time! We will be there Aprl 26- May 3!! And we are also staying at the CBR! Can't wait to hear more! we're almost there!

 

[Bookstamper]

Hey, just found your PTR! I LOVE the links to your Disney themed count-down parties: these are soo cool! I especially love the bug cookies, will have to try these with my family!

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

hi there! I think we will be there the same time! We will be there Aprl 26- May 3!! And we are also staying at the CBR! Can't wait to hear more! we're almost there!

Hi! That's what I love about the Disboards! That's so cool that you can find people who will be going at the same time. I'll be sure to check out your pre-trip report and follow along!

Hey, just found your PTR! I LOVE the links to your Disney themed count-down parties: these are soo cool! I especially love the bug cookies, will have to try these with my family!

Thanks!!

 

[mickeystoontown]

Hey there from a fellow Louisiana resident....West Monroe here!

I have tons of pictures of the CBR in my "Stop Making Me Laugh" trip report and some in my "Over the River" pre-trip report. Just click on the link(s) to take a look around.

Very cute countdown calendar. We still have 78 days before we start the drive to Walt Disney World so I probably won't start our countdown calendar for a couple of weeks.

Are you guys flying or driving to Disney?

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show

Who trains Hercules to be a hero?

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Hey there from a fellow Louisiana resident....West Monroe here!

I have tons of pictures of the CBR in my "Stop Making Me Laugh" trip report and some in my "Over the River" pre-trip report. Just click on the link(s) to take a look around.

Very cute countdown calendar. We still have 78 days before we start the drive to Walt Disney World so I probably won't start our countdown calendar for a couple of weeks.

Are you guys flying or driving to Disney?

Hi! Thanks, I'll definitely check out the CBR pics in your reports! I'm so excited about staying there!

We'll be driving to Disney. It takes us about 12 hours. In the past we've sometimes stayed overnight somewhere halfway, but we're just gonna take turns driving and go the whole way for this trip. I'm in the car ride game planning phase right now (to keep the kiddies entertained). I also bought the "Disney: The Music behind the Magic" cd for the trip. So hopefully the drive goes by quickly.

 

[mickeystoontown]

We drive too and our drive is anywhere between 14 and 16 hours. Just depends on what time we leave, traffic and weather. Since we leave after work, we drive until Midnight the first night and then the rest of the way the next day. When we leave to come home, we drive straight through.

 

[Brave teacher]

Hey there! Another girl signing on from Louisiana. We drive as well. It's be nice to be in the 40 day range till our trip. However, we still have 73 days left.

I love the countdown you have going on. Very cute. I need to get mine together, so the boys can have something to do rather than telling me every day that we need to go back to WDW today because they miss_________ (fill in the blank with any attraction).

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: Phil

In what song from Mary Poppins do you “kick your knees up,” “spin about” and “flap like a birdie?”

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

We drive too and our drive is anywhere between 14 and 16 hours. Just depends on what time we leave, traffic and weather. Since we leave after work, we drive until Midnight the first night and then the rest of the way the next day. When we leave to come home, we drive straight through.

14-16 hours…Yikes! But I’m terrified of flying, so I’d probably drive as far as I needed to get to Disney!

Hey there! Another girl signing on from Louisiana. We drive as well. It's be nice to be in the 40 day range till our trip. However, we still have 73 days left.

I love the countdown you have going on. Very cute. I need to get mine together, so the boys can have something to do rather than telling me every day that we need to go back to WDW today because they miss_________ (fill in the blank with any attraction).

Hi! The Louisianians are coming out of the woodwork. I love it! I just checked out your pre-trip report, and your boys are adorable!
My nephew likes to have the responsibility of tearing down the sticky note each morning. I love when the countdown to Disney starts because that’s when it really starts feeling real to me.

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: “Step in Time”

What type of fish is Nemo?

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: Clownfish

Where does Aladdin find Genie’s lamp?

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: The Cave of Wonders

Where does Lady share spaghetti and meatballs with Tramp?

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: Tony’s restaurant

Who does Lilo try to get Stitch to behave like?

 

[Peter Pan Fan 22]

Answer from yesterday: Elvis Presley

What is the name of the little kangaroo Tigger likes bounce with?