Join Us For Rich & Adrian's May 2009 WDW Adventure!

[ClareH37]

Originally Posted by aubriee

Great! Thanks! Count me in then. I already know Rich and Adrian (in fact ate several nice meals with them this past Sept and also went on a cruise with Rich and a couple of other DISers in January), so shouldn't have any trouble finding everyone else. I'll probably be carrying my little lime green Overland Pacer bag with a lime green Mickey head on it.

I can't wait, this trip can't come soon enough and I'm of course looking forward to meeting you all.

[PennConn]

Originally Posted by PennConn

Saturday May 9* 2 PM* Liberty Tree Tavern Lunch (Magic Kingdom)Rich, Adrian** (2 Extra Seats)* Confirmation 55214349Sunday* May 10* 6:10 PM Cape May Clam Bake Dinner (Beach Club)Rich, Adrian* (2 Extra Seats)* Confirmation 55214388Monday May 11 8:50 PM Ohana Dinner (Polynesian)* Adrian, Rich, Vanessa, Theresa* Confirmation 55214418(I know this is late but its the best I could do!)Tuesday May 12 12 NOON Brown Derby Lunch (Hollywood Studios)Adrian, Rich, Clare, Theresa Confirmation 55214444Wednesday May 13* 8:05 AM Crystal Palace Breakfast (Magic Kingdom)Adrian, Rich, Clare, Angela, Vanessa, Theresa (Confirmation 55174487)Wednesday May 13 7:35 PM LeCellier Dinner (Epcot Canada)Adrian, Rich, Vanessa, Theresa, Clare, Angela* (2 Tables of 3)* Confirmation 55214504 (We can ask the Hostess to try to seat us all together)Thursday May 14 6:40 PM 1900 Park Fare Dinner (Grand Floridian)Rich, Adrian* (2 Extra Seats)* Confirmation 55214535Saturday May 16 11 AM Prime Time 50's Cafe Early Lunch (Hollywood Studios)Rich, Adrian(2 Extra Seats)* Confirmation 55214599[/B]

Hi Everyone

See above for the ADR's I made - there are extra seats at many of them, so let me know if you want to join us!

Vanessa - May we join you for Tokyo Dining on Saturday May 9? (In which case I would skip Liberty Tree Tavern)?

(I will retype the above list tomorrow at lunch to make it more readable)

[ttester9612]

I'm thinking about signing up for some of the tours..(Backstage Safari Tour, Undiscovered Future World and Wild By Designs) anyone been on those?

[APB513]

Originally Posted by PennConn

Hi Everyone

See above for the ADR's I made - there are extra seats at many of them, so let me know if you want to join us!

Vanessa - May we join you for Tokyo Dining on Saturday May 9? (In which case I would skip Liberty Tree Tavern)?

(I will retype the above list tomorrow at lunch to make it more readable)

Thanks, Rich!!

I'm looking forward to meeting everyone!

[ClareH37]

Rich, thank you so much for organising, can't wait!

Originally Posted by ttester9612

I'm thinking about signing up for some of the tours..(Backstage Safari Tour, Undiscovered Future World and Wild By Designs) anyone been on those?

Teresa, I'm currently booked on the wild by design on the 8th May and am thinking about the undiscovered future world tour on the 11th May, these are 2 I've always wanted to do so am really looking forward to them.

[PennConn]

Hi Everyone

As promised, here is a "readable" version of my ADR list. Please let me know if you would like to join us for any of the meals. Thanks!

Saturday May 9 6:00 PM Dinner Tokyo Dining (Epcot / Japan)
Vanessa, Rich, Adrian (1 Extra Seat) Confirmation JACKSON

Sunday May 10 6:10 PM Dinner Cape May Clam Bake (Beach Club)
Rich, Adrian (2 Extra Seats) Confirmation MAYNARD 55214388

Monday May 11 8:50 PM Dinner Ohana (Polynesian)
Adrian, Rich, Vanessa, Theresa Confirmation MAYNARD 55214418
(I know this is late but its the only time available)

Tuesday May 12 12 NOON Lunch Hollywood Brown Derby (Hollywood Studios
Adrian, Rich, Clare, Theresa Confirmation MAYNARD 55214444

Wednesday May 13 8:05 AM Breakfast Crystal Palace (Magic Kingdom)
Adrian, Rich, Clare, Theresa, Angela, Vanessa Confirmation HUTCHINS 55174487

Wednesday May 13 7:35 PM Dinner Le Cellier (Epcot Canada)
Adrian, Rich, Clare, Theresa, Angela, Vanessa Confirmation MAYNARD 55214504
(2 Tables Of 3 People So Far - 2 Extra Spaces - Need to see if they can seat us next to each other)

Thursday May 14 6:40 PM Dinner 1900 Park Fare (Grand Floridian)
Rich, Adrian (2 Extra Seats) Confirmation MAYNARD 55214535

Saturday May 16 11:00 AM Lunch Prime Time 50's Cafe (Hollywood Studios)
Rich, Adrian (2 Extra Seats) Confirmation MAYNARD 55214599

[aubriee]

Originally Posted by PennConn

Hi Everyone

See above for the ADR's I made - there are extra seats at many of them, so let me know if you want to join us!

Vanessa - May we join you for Tokyo Dining on Saturday May 9? (In which case I would skip Liberty Tree Tavern)?

(I will retype the above list tomorrow at lunch to make it more readable)

Sure, I'd love to have the company. I just called and changed the ADR to four people, so we have an extra seat if anyone wants it. Thanks for making the other reservations. The only thing with 'Ohana, is that I believe that is the only night Spectro is showing and Spectro is my favorite parade. Oh, well! I think Sun 5/10 is the only night Fantasmic is showing that week also. I love Fantasmic, but have a feeling it's going to be packed since it's only showing once that week. I usually don't do the Fantasmic pkg, but was afraid not to this time, plus the Fantasmic pkg includes the appetizer even on the basic DDP at MM .

Originally Posted by ttester9612

I'm thinking about signing up for some of the tours..(Backstage Safari Tour, Undiscovered Future World and Wild By Designs) anyone been on those?

I went on the Backstage Safari tour a couple of years ago and had a great time. We got to see where they prepare the animals' food, got to pet a white rhino and little spiny lizard, and got our own personal safari, minus the Little Red spiel. Anyway, it was a good tour. I've never gone on the Undiscovered Future World, but it sounds interesting. I'm going on the Wild by Design tour Thurs May 14th. Maybe, you could join me. I think it would give us all a greater perspective and appreciation for what they have done at AK. I am also going on the Backstage Magic tour Monday May 11th. It is more expensive, but is seven hours long, covers three parks(Epcot, DS, and MK), and it includes lunch at Whispering Canyon. Plus I'm sure you know you get discounts with AAA, Annual Pass, and Disney VISA. I saved 20% with my VISA.

[PennConn]

Hi Everyone

Here is a updated version of my ADR list. Please let me know if you would like to join us for any of the meals. Thanks!

Saturday May 9 6:00 PM Dinner Tokyo Dining (Epcot Japan)
Vanessa, Rich, Adrian (1 Extra Seat)

Sunday May 10 6:10 PM Dinner Cape May Clam Bake (Beach Club)
Rich, Adrian (2 Extra Seats) Confirmation MAYNARD 55214388

Monday May 11 8:50 PM Dinner Ohana (Polynesian)
Adrian, Rich, Vanessa, Theresa Confirmation MAYNARD 55214418
(I know this is late but its the only time available)

Tuesday May 12 12 NOON Lunch Hollywood Brown Derby (Hollywood Studios
Adrian, Rich, Clare, Theresa Confirmation MAYNARD 55214444

Wednesday May 13 8:05 AM Breakfast Crystal Palace (Magic Kingdom)
Adrian, Rich, Clare, Theresa, Angela, Vanessa Confirmation HUTCHINS 55174487

Wednesday May 13 7:35 PM Dinner Le Cellier (Epcot Canada)
Adrian, Rich, Clare, Theresa, Angela, Vanessa Confirmation MAYNARD 55214504
(2 Tables Of 3 People So Far - 2 Extra Spaces - Need to see if they can seat us next to each other)

Thursday May 14 6:40 PM Dinner 1900 Park Fare (Grand Floridian)
Rich, Adrian (2 Extra Seats) Confirmation MAYNARD 55214535

Saturday May 16 11:00 AM Lunch Prime Time 50's Cafe (Hollywood Studios)
Rich, Adrian (2 Extra Seats) Confirmation MAYNARD 55214599

[PennConn]

Originally Posted by aubriee

Sure, I'd love to have the company. I just called and changed the ADR to four people, so we have an extra seat if anyone wants it. Thanks for making the other reservations. The only thing with 'Ohana, is that I believe that is the only night Spectro is showing and Spectro is my favorite parade. Oh, well! I think Sun 5/10 is the only night Fantasmic is showing that week also. I love Fantasmic, but have a feeling it's going to be packed since it's only showing once that week. I usually don't do the Fantasmic pkg, but was afraid not to this time, plus the Fantasmic pkg includes the appetizer even on the basic DDP at MM .
.

Sounds great Vanessa! Adrian and I will see you at Tokyo Dining on May 9!

[aubriee]

I've had a hard time deciding which resort to stay at. I originally booked at POP Century, just because I haven't stayed there in the last several years. Then I started thinking about upgrading to POFQ (since I love that resort), but just stayed there last May and then stayed at PORS this past Sept. I then got to thinking about maybe trying AS Movies, since it's the only Value I've never stayed at and going by myself this trip, it seemed like a good chance (since I won't be in the room that much this trip). So I switched my reservation over there, just to try it. However, the more I thought about it, the more I wanted to go back to POFQ. A room was available over there about 2 1/2 weeks ago, but then 2 weeks ago, suddenly no Moderates at all were available for the buy four, get three free offer, except a king room at CSR and a pirate room at CBR, neither if which I wanted. Anyway, I've been checking, just out of curiosity , everyday and just found a standard room at POFQ available (PORS still doesn't have any rooms for that week ). Anyway, I wasn't taking any more chances, so just called and changed my ressie to POFQ and feel, so much better. I still want to try AS Movies one day, just so I can say I've stayed at every Value and every Moderate resort, but just couldn't seem to make myself do it this trip. Was I wrong? Should I have tried at AS Movies, just to try it?

Anyone else have this much confusion over which resort to stay at? I have a friend who's going the end of July-early August and has never stayed anywhere (in six trips) except AS Music. I have another friend who never stays anywhere except POFQ. She did try PORS once and hated it, so has stayed at POFQ ever since. Am I the only one who likes to switch my resort up? I've stayed at AS Sports, AS Music, POP, POFQ, PORS, CBR, CSR, WL, AKL, and BW and have enjoyed all of them.

[ttester9612]

Okay I've booked two tours:

Wed, May 6th Backstage Safari Tour at 8:30 am
Mon, May 11th Undiscover Future World, 9am

Actually Vanassa, what time are you doing the Wild By Design? I might sign up for that one.

[aubriee]

Originally Posted by ttester9612

Okay I've booked two tours:

Wed, May 6th Backstage Safari Tour at 8:30 am
Mon, May 11th Undiscover Future World, 9am

Actually Vanassa, what time are you doing the Wild By Design? I might sign up for that one.

I believe Wild by Design is only offered on Thursdays and Fridays.I am taking it on Thursday May 14th. I'll have to take the early morning Tusker House character bus, because the tour starts at 8:30am.

If you are interested, you can check on the allears site under the Rate & Review section and you can see the guests ratings for each tour:

Backstage Magic--9.27
Backstage Safari--9.13
Undiscovered Future World--7.70
Wild by Design--9.38

[APB513]

Originally Posted by aubriee

I've had a hard time deciding which resort to stay at. I originally booked at POP Century, just because I haven't stayed there in the last several years. Then I started thinking about upgrading to POFQ (since I love that resort), but just stayed there last May and then stayed at PORS this past Sept. I then got to thinking about maybe trying AS Movies, since it's the only Value I've never stayed at and going by myself this trip, it seemed like a good chance (since I won't be in the room that much this trip). So I switched my reservation over there, just to try it. However, the more I thought about it, the more I wanted to go back to POFQ. A room was available over there about 2 1/2 weeks ago, but then 2 weeks ago, suddenly no Moderates at all were available for the buy four, get three free offer, except a king room at CSR and a pirate room at CBR, neither if which I wanted. Anyway, I've been checking, just out of curiosity , everyday and just found a standard room at POFQ available (PORS still doesn't have any rooms for that week ). Anyway, I wasn't taking any more chances, so just called and changed my ressie to POFQ and feel, so much better. I still want to try AS Movies one day, just so I can say I've stayed at every Value and every Moderate resort, but just couldn't seem to make myself do it this trip. Was I wrong? Should I have tried at AS Movies, just to try it?

Anyone else have this much confusion over which resort to stay at? I have a friend who's going the end of July-early August and has never stayed anywhere (in six trips) except AS Music. I have another friend who never stays anywhere except POFQ. She did try PORS once and hated it, so has stayed at POFQ ever since. Am I the only one who likes to switch my resort up? I've stayed at AS Sports, AS Music, POP, POFQ, PORS, CBR, CSR, WL, AKL, and BW and have enjoyed all of them.

Hi aubriee -

I had the same dilemma as you in terms of deciding which resort to choose. So far I have stayed at Pop (3 xs) and AKL (1 x). I want to try to stay at every resort so I figured this would be a good time to try something different.

I was originally booked in a Family Suite at ASMu but once I decided to do a solo trip, I knew I didn't need that much space. I looked at POFQ and CSR since those are the next two resorts I'd like to try but I decided against it.

Since this trip is major splurge, I figured I better stick with a value so I picked ASMo.

I'm happy with my choice but if I come up with the necessary funds, I would love to try a moderate or dare I say it...a deluxe resort

[aubriee]

Originally Posted by APB513

Hi aubriee -

I had the same dilemma as you in terms of deciding which resort to choose. So far I have stayed at Pop (3 xs) and AKL (1 x). I want to try to stay at every resort so I figured this would be a good time to try something different.

I was originally booked in a Family Suite at ASMu but once I decided to do a solo trip, I knew I didn't need that much space. I looked at POFQ and CSR since those are the next two resorts I'd like to try but I decided against it.

Since this trip is major splurge, I figured I better stick with a value so I picked ASMo.

I'm happy with my choice but if I come up with the necessary funds, I would love to try a moderate or dare I say it...a deluxe resort

I always love wherever I stay, but you know it's funny the things that are important to us on a particular trip. I went back and forth between POP, AS Movies, and POFQ debating on if I wanted to spend the extra $222.00. I wanted AS Movies only because I've never stayed there. I wanted POP because I haven't stayed there in several years, for the slushie machines, and for the music that plays at the bus stops. I finally decided on POFQ because of the ceiling fans, the shaded covered bus stops, and the boat to DTD. The other perks at a moderate didn't really interest me. I just wanted the air movement from the ceiling fan and the shaded covered bus stops .

[APB513]

Originally Posted by aubriee

I always love wherever I stay, but you know it's funny the things that are important to us on a particular trip. I went back and forth between POP, AS Movies, and POFQ debating on if I wanted to spend the extra $222.00. I wanted AS Movies only because I've never stayed there. I wanted POP because I haven't stayed there in several years, for the slushie machines, and for the music that plays at the bus stops. I finally decided on POFQ because of the ceiling fans, the shaded covered bus stops, and the boat to DTD. The other perks at a moderate didn't really interest me. I just wanted the air movement from the ceiling fan and the shaded covered bus stops .

That is the great thing about WDW - there is something to suit everyone's taste!!!

Ohhh, you are tempting me into looking at POFQ - I have always wanted to stay there. I love New Orleans and it looks like a great place to stay!