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pampam · 08-11-2011, 07:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akhenaten

take the boat from por to dtd.
go to por riverside and have a drink while watching bob jackson perform.

If you enjoy a good laugh, Bob Jackson is one of the nicest, lower cost evenings you will have. Arrive earlier if you can to snare a seat.

pooh2001 · 08-11-2011, 07:24 AM

I love all the Parks tips - but how about a tip for your body...

Drink

WATER

Your body needs to stay hydrated. Even on a cool WDW day, with walking 2 to 5 miles per day, your body uses it's fluids.

Drink at least 2 bottles of water (16 oz) during a 24 hour period.

You will be happy and so will your body.

d1gitman · 08-11-2011, 07:28 AM

to do WDW based on how your family operates. if your house is full of early risers, then by all means - rise & shine. If you all like to sleep in, then unplug the clock. no sense in forcing each day to be something that you aren't.

skater · 08-11-2011, 07:28 AM

Go hard for the first two hours after RD. Then, relax.

Spend time at the resort - you're paying for that too!

The boat ride to DTD is an attraction in itself. I don't like DTD much, but always schedule a meal there - just for that boat ride

.

Meander through WS at Epcot - take your time and look at the details.

Plan hard, but be flexible once you're there. If everyone's tired, leave and swim at the resort. Remember your purpose - a great vacation. Sometimes laying around the pool keeps the vacation great

.

Aussieprincess · 08-13-2011, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by d1gitman

to do WDW based on how your family operates. if your house is full of early risers, then by all means - rise & shine. If you all like to sleep in, then unplug the clock. no sense in forcing each day to be something that you aren't.

So true. Luckily it's just the 2 of us. So getting up shouldn't be too hard. But given that its our honeymoon, I think we will lie in a bit too.

rentayenta · 08-13-2011, 07:36 PM

Make ADRs. The parks can be empty yet the restaurants can be packed.

HubbDave · 08-13-2011, 08:00 PM

I will second the poster who mentioned...

ready?

...

Dole Whips. Those are a dream. Just pineapple soft serve ice cream, but they are straight from heaven

ToddRN · 08-13-2011, 08:10 PM

Comfortable shoes!!! I usually buy a new pair of tennis shoes about a week before I go and make sure they get broken in. Also, be sure to go at your own pace and try not to get everything done!!!

disneygal29 · 08-13-2011, 10:09 PM

Go to MK at least 2 nights....one to watch the fireworks....the other to ride rides while the fireworks are going on....try to ride Big Thunder MOuntain while the fireworks are going on...it's amazing to have the fireworks going off as you climb the track...did this with my son and it was awesome!!!

Aussieprincess · 08-13-2011, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by disneygal29

Go to MK at least 2 nights....one to watch the fireworks....the other to ride rides while the fireworks are going on....try to ride Big Thunder MOuntain while the fireworks are going on...it's amazing to have the fireworks going off as you climb the track...did this with my son and it was awesome!!!

This sounds cool! A better view of the fireworks?

MadiPan · 08-13-2011, 11:28 PM

I have two tips:

One - kick butt in the morning, relax in the afternoon. Hit rope drop anytime possible and get everything done early. Take the hot, crowded afternoon times to mosey and meander and smell the roses.

Two - be forgiving. It is very difficult to hold yourself in when other patrons are being rude - bashing your ankles with strollers, using scooters to cut in line, obnoxiously complaining, etc - but just take a deep breath and let it out. There shouldn't be any anger in Disney World!

lauran cameron · 08-14-2011, 01:17 AM

Spend an entire day at EPCOT just strolling along through the countries and enjoying a beer or snack from each pavilion.

Cee · 08-14-2011, 08:35 AM

Don't rush. Don't stress. Take everything in stride. This is your vacation. You've waited a long time for it. You've saved ALOT for it. Enjoy it.

Asellus · 08-14-2011, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pooh2001

I love all the Parks tips - but how about a tip for your body...

Drink

WATER

Your body needs to stay hydrated. Even on a cool WDW day, with walking 2 to 5 miles per day, your body uses it's fluids.

Drink at least 2 bottles of water (16 oz) during a 24 hour period.

You will be happy and so will your body.

I can't say enough that if you are sweating a lot, you need to remineralize your body along with the water. You can be drowning in water but still be dehydrated. Either drink smart water, mineral water or add a pinch of sea salt to your water. Salt is more important to hydration then most people realize.

nkereina · 08-14-2011, 12:59 PM

Didn't get a chance to read the whole thread so sorry if this is a repeat! I see you are doing Deluxe dining - we are too! My advice regarding this is not to get your whole trip hung up on ADRs and food or else you'll be spending the whole time running from one ADR to the next and constantly checking your watch. The Deluxe dining is a lot of food per meal and a lot of credits to spend. A lot of people feel like they need to eat two-three TS meals per day or do the signature meals or shows to get their full money's worth. That may be true, but we don't want worrying about the value of it to ruin our trip. We aren't afraid to use our credits at QS when it suits us and we don't overload our days with ADRs. For the record, we are two adults in our late 20s, no kids. Have fun!!!

08-11-2011, 07:24 AM	#32
pooh2001 been there, done that, TRYING to go back Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: 100 Aker Woods Posts: 6,776	I love all the Parks tips - but how about a tip for your body... Drink WATER Your body needs to stay hydrated. Even on a cool WDW day, with walking 2 to 5 miles per day, your body uses it's fluids. Drink at least 2 bottles of water (16 oz) during a 24 hour period. You will be happy and so will your body. __________________ The Pooh Crew & tigger bullseye Past resorts:Dolphin (EPCOT view), CR tower (MK view), WL (pool view), Dolphin (pool view), Dolphin (resort view), CSR (Rancho - quick visit)

08-13-2011, 07:36 PM	#36
rentayenta Authentic Feelin' itchy I hear an infant cry and it's letdown city I would kiss their little chinchilla lips off! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Utah Posts: 20,916	Make ADRs. The parks can be empty yet the restaurants can be packed. __________________ me DH DD16 DD14 DS11 Riley Guinness Our numbers are 1, 5, 17, 33, and 1901. A very magical day at Disney trip report http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3096743 A rabbi, a priest, and a pastor board the Wonder: a Disney Cruise pre-trip reporthttp://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3060546 Life is too short for self-hatred and celery sticks: a DVC trip report http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3003243 Strike yer colors, you brazen wench! No need to expose yer superstructure! Nov 27-30! http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2839173

08-13-2011, 08:00 PM	#37
HubbDave Remember, no matter where you go, there you are - BB Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Hubbardston, MA Posts: 559	I will second the poster who mentioned... ready? ... Dole Whips. Those are a dream. Just pineapple soft serve ice cream, but they are straight from heaven __________________ Dreading mugginess 1996 WDW Off Property 2006 AS Movies 2011 WL

08-13-2011, 08:10 PM	#38
ToddRN Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Nebraska Posts: 161	Comfortable shoes!!! I usually buy a new pair of tennis shoes about a week before I go and make sure they get broken in. Also, be sure to go at your own pace and try not to get everything done!!! __________________ Todd Disneyland Jun 2007 Pop Century Jan 2008 All Star Sports Oct 2008 DVC member Nov 2008 AKV Saratoga Springs 2009 Old Key West 2010 Old Key West Oct 2011 Animal Kingdom- Kidani Village Jan 2012

08-13-2011, 10:09 PM	#39
disneygal29 Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 147	Go to MK at least 2 nights....one to watch the fireworks....the other to ride rides while the fireworks are going on....try to ride Big Thunder MOuntain while the fireworks are going on...it's amazing to have the fireworks going off as you climb the track...did this with my son and it was awesome!!! __________________ Amy , DH , DD 18 , DS 15

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08-11-2011, 07:28 AM	#33
d1gitman Mad About The Mouse! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lexington, MA Posts: 3,956	to do WDW based on how your family operates. if your house is full of early risers, then by all means - rise & shine. If you all like to sleep in, then unplug the clock. no sense in forcing each day to be something that you aren't.

08-11-2011, 07:28 AM	#34
skater Change sometimes stinks.. doesn't it? I love to hear WWII stories Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 4,018	Go hard for the first two hours after RD. Then, relax. Spend time at the resort - you're paying for that too! The boat ride to DTD is an attraction in itself. I don't like DTD much, but always schedule a meal there - just for that boat ride . Meander through WS at Epcot - take your time and look at the details. Plan hard, but be flexible once you're there. If everyone's tired, leave and swim at the resort. Remember your purpose - a great vacation. Sometimes laying around the pool keeps the vacation great .

08-13-2011, 11:28 PM	#41
MadiPan All it takes is faith and trust...oh! And something I forgot - dust! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Missouri Posts: 132	I have two tips: One - kick butt in the morning, relax in the afternoon. Hit rope drop anytime possible and get everything done early. Take the hot, crowded afternoon times to mosey and meander and smell the roses. Two - be forgiving. It is very difficult to hold yourself in when other patrons are being rude - bashing your ankles with strollers, using scooters to cut in line, obnoxiously complaining, etc - but just take a deep breath and let it out. There shouldn't be any anger in Disney World! __________________ "There's a neverland waiting for you..." A Princess Isn't a Princess Without Her Glass Slipper - A December Trip Report

08-14-2011, 01:17 AM	#42
lauran cameron One little spark of inspiration... Join Date: May 2004 Location: Syracuse, New York Posts: 1,357	Spend an entire day at EPCOT just strolling along through the countries and enjoying a beer or snack from each pavilion. __________________

08-14-2011, 08:35 AM	#43
Cee DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Occoquan, VA Posts: 4,848	Don't rush. Don't stress. Take everything in stride. This is your vacation. You've waited a long time for it. You've saved ALOT for it. Enjoy it.

08-14-2011, 12:59 PM	#45
nkereina Wendy Darling Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Niagara Falls, NY Posts: 4,665	Didn't get a chance to read the whole thread so sorry if this is a repeat! I see you are doing Deluxe dining - we are too! My advice regarding this is not to get your whole trip hung up on ADRs and food or else you'll be spending the whole time running from one ADR to the next and constantly checking your watch. The Deluxe dining is a lot of food per meal and a lot of credits to spend. A lot of people feel like they need to eat two-three TS meals per day or do the signature meals or shows to get their full money's worth. That may be true, but we don't want worrying about the value of it to ruin our trip. We aren't afraid to use our credits at QS when it suits us and we don't overload our days with ADRs. For the record, we are two adults in our late 20s, no kids. Have fun!!!

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