I had a lot of fears going into this trip about what the kids could handle and every fear was realized. You know what though? We still had an amazing time.
I totally relate, though I just had the one kid to deal with - I don't know how you managed with three! I'm glad you were still able to have a great trip, despite the challenges and changes to your plans.I was prepared for a few setbacks that come along with traveling with kids but, I was completely caught off guard with just how difficult this trip was going to be.
What an awful series of events to have right before the trip! Glad things worked out okay.The baby was throwing up, James was throwing up, James had a nasty fall that landed us at the doctor and the possibility of him having a black eye for the trip.
This is coming from my supposedly non-Disney loving husband
I know that feeling too.This my friends is when I saw my perfectly planned vacation crumble before my eyes.
Wow, that is impressive! And I thought we had a lot of luggage (2 large suitcases, 3 rolling carryons, 2 backpacks, a purse/bag, a stroller, and a carseat. I'm impressed you managed with just that many since you had 5 people instead of 3.We were traveling with 4 suitcases, 3 backpacks, 1 diaper bag, 1 purse, 2 strollers, and 2 car seats.
I am also impressed you managed to move them all on your own! We lucked out and ended up with help when we most needed it.After tipping the poor guy, we now had to figure out a way to get from the curb to the ticket counter with all our stuff. We each took one stroller/child, one big suitcase, and a car seat which were in bags and strapped to our backs. Everybody was responsible for their own personal carry-on items and then all we had left was the two smaller suitcases. Connor carried the little cars suitcase and I think Joe hooked the other small suitcase to the stroller. I know we looked ridiculous but, we eventually made it to ticketing and checked our bags.
Same happened to us!Somehow, we got TSA pre-check and got to pass the massive security line and sail right through.
Gosh, I'm sorry. No fun.I don't remember how long he screamed but, it was a little bit and super embarrassing.
Not only why would she say that about a flight to Disney, but why say it to a mom bringing three young kids. If she can't believe all the children there, she's in for a rude awakening at MCO.We walked back over to our gate and as we were waiting a snooty woman walks up and says, “ugh, I can’t believe all the children here”. Like really lady?
I hope he didn't find his deluxe accommodations too depressing.I had nice a conversation with the guy near me who was annoyed that he had to go to this conference and they put him at the Contemporary instead of somewhere fun like, the all stars or pop.
I think a lot of us on the DIS are like that. Introverts that can really get going with a like-minded person to talk with. I know that I have a lot more random stranger conversations at Disney than anywhere else.I am usually a very shy, reserved person and don’t have conversations with strangers but, something about Disney really gets me talking.
Yikes, I had not heard about that. I guess I'm glad I didn't know until now.The day before our trip, somebody died on the monorail from the main terminal to the gates. The emergency stop was pulled and the guy flew out the window and landed on the ground below.
Also, love that Grand Rapids makes it on your trip report - that's where I live We considered flying out of Chicago but decided the drive there and back wasn't worth any savings. My youngest is a terrible car traveler :/
Any tips for travelling with a toddler on a plane? We are taking the little one as a lap child. Here's hoping air travel goes better than car travel!!
It was bad, that's the thing about James once you upset him your screwed for awhile.Oh yuck. I'm sorry that the TSA check kind of set off a chain reaction.
She was apparently 25 years old when she was born.
Right? I mean does she not know Disney is there?Seriously. I mean of all the flights you should expect to find kids on...
I know right, I mean he was clearly done for and then he just wakes up all refreshed right afterNo! Just sleep!!!!
That's the thing, it was his second time. I would have gladly traded with him.Um... what????? Has this dude ever been to Disney World before? Does he even know what he's talking about???
I actually felt guilty about being excited to be there knowing something that awful happened a little more than 24 hours before.I heard about that. I didn't realize the timing of the accident though. That would be a little bit concerning to hop on that thing the next day.
Thankfully we didOh well. At least you made it and he's napping now. Finally. Hopefully you can keep him asleep during the check in process and extend the nap time a bit.
Thanks, those naps did wonders for everyone's moodI'm in and loving your report. My three and half year old DS is scared of strangers too so I can totally relate to your airport experience. Hopefully everyone wakes up in better moods for their first day at Disney.
Things do get better, its Disney after all.Oh my gosh what a beginning to your trip! Hopefully Disney helped wash some of that stress away. And what's up with the lady on a flight to ORLANDO complaining about kids?
Can't wait to read more!!
I didn't think the baby would be difficult based on his typical, at home behavior but, I was wrong.So sorry you had a rough start. You're brave taking a ten month old. We've only gone when our youngest at the time has been one and a half and thought that was tough. Hope to see some Disney smiles in your future.
- Lindsey
I hope that the at the very least you can learn somethings from our trip to make your easier.I'm excited (and a little apprehensive) to read your report! We're taking our 3 children, 6 and under, in November. We took our second son at 11 months and it wasn't terrible, but we had grandparents and an aunt with us on that trip. Our daughter will be 10 months old on this trip. Also, we're driving the 12 hours instead of flying, so that has its own set of challenges. Can't wait to read more!!
Thanks for stopping bySubscribing! Your start sounds a little rough, but I'm really excited to hear more about your trip!
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That lady was something else I really liked the resort tooJoining in! I'm so sorry the travel day was tough. Travel days are stressful to begin with and it's hard when the kids are tired/fussy/grumpy.
I'm glad you met some nice people on the flight. That almost makes up for the rude lady at the airport. What does she expect on a flight to Orlando?
Excited to read about your resort!
I am in awe of you. I don't think I would ever survive flying with them aloneThat was a rough start but I'll bet it got better as soon as you were officially in WDW! My kids are 8 and 10 now but when they were really small I flew alone with them several times and I can still feel the stress of those airport moments.
Awesome we really liked it. I was worried about the location but I felt safe the whole timeFollowing along! We are staying at the same hotel by Midway for our trip next week!!
Oh my gosh I know! I totally remembered the next day about the picture, oops. I was having too much fun talking to you guys.Hi! It was so great to meet you in WDW! Though I realized after that we didn't take a picture, so no one here will believe it happened.
Yeah, I was reading your quick updates on your PTR and I think you totally can understand where I am coming fromI totally relate, though I just had the one kid to deal with - I don't know how you managed with three! I'm glad you were still able to have a great trip, despite the challenges and changes to your plans.
ThanksWhat an awful series of events to have right before the trip! Glad things worked out okay.
Ok, that is a lot of stuff I'm impressed with me too . My husband complained and expected me to be able to fit everything in two suitcasesWow, that is impressive! And I thought we had a lot of luggage (2 large suitcases, 3 rolling carryons, 2 backpacks, a purse/bag, a stroller, and a carseat. I'm impressed you managed with just that many since you had 5 people instead of 3.
oh man that is nice. Most people just stare at us like we have three heads as we pass them with all our children and luggage.I am also impressed you managed to move them all on your own! We lucked out and ended up with help when we most needed it.
Well, she didn't say it to me, I overheard her but still. She was a piece of work since I also eavesdropped on her conversations after thatNot only why would she say that about a flight to Disney, but why say it to a mom bringing three young kids. If she can't believe all the children there, she's in for a rude awakening at MCO.
I hope he didn't find his deluxe accommodations too depressing.
Yeah, I had a ton while I was there. What can I say I love talking about DisneyI think a lot of us on the DIS are like that. Introverts that can really get going with a like-minded person to talk with. I know that I have a lot more random stranger conversations at Disney than anywhere else.
Yeah, it was probably a good thing to be unaware. I follow WDW Prep School and she posted about it that day.Yikes, I had not heard about that. I guess I'm glad I didn't know until now.
Thanks, you'll be in it too even if it is sans picture.Can't wait to hear more about your trip!
Wish I had come across this one.Joe had an amazing Mother’s day cupcake which was chocolate with strawberry icing, real strawberry filling, and a chocolate strawberry on top.
There is nothing like walking under the train station for the first time each trip and getting your first glimpse of the castle.
Just wait till you hear how many I shead!There might have been a tear or two shed of pure happiness for the beginning of our Disney World trip.
I was bummed about this as well!Walt and Mickey were still behind walls as was much of the area near the castle.
Love it!
Its not the heat, it s the humidity. And if you aren't used to extreme humidity it can get you quickly. Even those experienced with humidity can get caught off guard by the the extremes of FL.I know that Florida is HOT but, when you read as many TRs as I do and you see hundreds of beautiful pictures of WDW and it just looks like a nice day, you can selectively choose to forget about the heat. But let me tell you, don't let my pictures deceive you, it was brutal. I'm talking dripping sweat by 8am, melt your face off hot.
That stinks, but overall, it looks like your room worked out great. And at least you were able to get into it right away!I was really disappointed that we did not get a room with the murphy bed but, if that’s the biggest complaint, I think we were doing all right.
I can't blame him. That's a rough walk for short legs.After about an hour, we decided to check out the resort. I wanted to walk to Old Port Royale in order to see how bad the walk was going to be. It probably took about 10 minutes but with the sun beating down on us it was brutal. James got tired halfway there.
I'm totally with Joe on this one. I never want to wait for the trams. I figure I'm going to be walking a ton anyway... and truthfully I'd rather be walking than standing. When I'm standing is when any pain or discomfort really starts to catch up. But really, I just hate trying to fold strollers and get onto the trams. So I'd much rather just walk than deal with that part of it.We were pretty far back in the villains parking lot and I did not want to start off our week of walking by walking the entire length of the parking lot. Joe did not want to wait so we did end up just walking. Let me tell you, it was long and tiring but, we did make it before the second tram would have so, at least it was not for nothing.
I'm like you. I prefer the monorail. But I will say, that the ferry is probably better for getting these views of the park as you're approaching it.The ride over on the ferry was full on excitement and anticipation. The boys could see the castle getting closer and Space Mountain and the train station come into view.
The best moment of the trip.After a quick picture it was time to do what I had been waiting months for, walk down Main Street. There is nothing like walking under the train station for the first time each trip and getting your first glimpse of the castle.
Well, I guess that's one way to look at it. At least they're making some kind of an effort. But the fake tree pictures I've seen just look... odd, I guess.I did think it was funny that Joe noticed the scrims had trees on it and appreciated the fact that they tried to make it look better.
Excellent point. The pictures never tell the story. But oh my yes. It is hotter than hot there!!!I know that Florida is HOT but, when you read as many TRs as I do and you see hundreds of beautiful pictures of WDW and it just looks like a nice day, you can selectively choose to forget about the heat. But let me tell you, don't let my pictures deceive you, it was brutal. I'm talking dripping sweat by 8am, melt your face off hot.
I concur! MK as the first park is a must!I love your photopass pictures with the boys in strollers and lumiere. Nice start to your trip.