PART FIVE!! *December 2012 Roll Call* Holidays, FLE & MVMCP!! A very, merry thread!

[Tltorrez]

Originally Posted by Canadian Disney Mom

Quick question. I would love to live tweet but I am Canadian and do not feel like paying the crazy rates my carrier charges for US packages and roaming rates.

I understand that the parks actually have free wifi now. Does anyone have any experience using it? Does it work everywhere or just in certain hotspots?

I haven't had any trouble using it at MK, Epcot and DHS. Sometimes it drops but picks right back up. Also used it at Boardwalk and Beach/Yacht Club. It's got a pretty good range. Only dropped for a few minutes when I walked between the resorts.

[Canadian Disney Mom]

Okay, I was finally able to access my ADRs online (I have been trying all day). Our travel party is myself, my DH, and DS (9) and we fly in at noon on 12/25.

We have eaten everywhere below before except for 'Ohana, Tusker House, and Cape May. I'd love to snag a Le Cellier lunch while they are still 1 credit and a Be Our Guest!

Here is what I have so far. What do you think? Keep in mind there is skim pickings right now

Date: Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Location: Crystal Palace
Time: 8:00 p.m

Date: Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Location: Teppan Edo
Time: 5:50 p.m.

Date: Thursday, December 27, 2012
Location: Whispering Canyon Cafe
Time: 6:15 p.m

Date: Friday, December 28, 2012
Location: Hollywood & Vine
Time: 5:10 p.m.

Date: Saturday, December 29, 2012
Location: Boma
Time: 5:35 p.m.

Date: Sunday, December 30, 2012
Location: 'Ohana
Time: 5:55 p.m.

Date: Monday, December 31, 2012 - this one is a lunch b/c we are going to the Heat/Magic game at 5PM
Location: Tusker House Restaurant
Time: 1:45 p.m.

Date: Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Location: The Garden Grill Restaurant
Time: 7:15 p.m.

Date: Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Location: Cape May Cafe
Time: 5:25 p.m.

Date: Thursday, January 3, 2013
Location: Chef Mickey's
Time: 5:35 p.m.

Date: Friday, January 4, 2013
Location: La Hacienda de San Angel
Time: 6:15 p.m.

Date: Saturday, January 5, 2013
Location: Liberty Tavern
Time: 4:25 p.m.

[M&MGirl1]

Originally Posted by QueenElinor

Yep, it worked. I gave the checkout lady the GC and coupon, and she handed me a $10 Target gift card. I paid with the Red Card, checked the receipt and the GC was $48.00. They're going to be pretty tired of me after I go down to the desk at the YC and say, "Hey, can you please put these 20 GC on my account?" But, for 24% off everything we eat and buy, I'm willing to do it.

That's what I do, as well. Lots of times I'll park it in an area where we're going to be in & out of places and I just don't want to deal with it. But it made a HUGE difference for me, once I got over having to rent one in the first place.

That's great to know about the Target coupon! Guess I will be making a run there tomorrow. With the DxDDP I estimate we will have over $100 in tips and I will definitely stand in line at the front desk at AoA looking like an idiot to save 24% on our expenses!

Good to know about the EVC too, sissy found out from the podiatrist today that she tore her plantar fascia. She's in a boot now and SHOULD be ok by the time we leave in 2 weeks, but if it still hurts her to walk I will be renting her an EVC regardless of her being worried others in the park will just think she's lazy. Funny thing is, my littlest niece broke her foot three days before our 2010 family trip and was in a wheelchair the whole time!

[WedgieSock]

WOO-HOO FOR VALGOOF AND ONLINE CHECK-IN

YOU ARE GOING TO DISNEY!!!!

So glad after all your 'will we, won't we' recently

[phins_jazy]

Originally Posted by QueenElinor

Yep, it worked. I gave the checkout lady the GC and coupon, and she handed me a $10 Target gift card. I paid with the Red Card, checked the receipt and the GC was $48.00. They're going to be pretty tired of me after I go down to the desk at the YC and say, "Hey, can you please put these 20 GC on my account?" But, for 24% off everything we eat and buy, I'm willing to do it.

Just back from Target and they didn't even bat an eye. DH went with me and we were able to do 4 transactions. So tomorrow I need to find another computer to print off of and get another $50 card and then I'll have $50 in Target GC and turn around and put that onto yet another $50 disney card!!! Woohoo! $300 in gift cards for $250. I can handle that!

Originally Posted by My2Qtz0205

One and a half days!::

I put DD's outfits in labeled Ziplocs tonight, took out what I didn't think she'd need, and practically had to sit on the suitcase to close it! I told her, under no circumstances are you to open that suitcase! LOL

I have one more load of laundry to do. I packed all of DH's undies, and he says he's going commando. :P

The stomach bug is still going around our school. One of the teachers suggested Airborne and Emergen-C, so I'll go out tomorrow to try to find those.

lol! I thought I was the only one who packed their kiddos in ziplocs. My SIL thinks I'm nuts but one day when she has kids she'll understand.

Originally Posted by WedgieSock

AND ...........

I'M STILL NOT PACKED

OMG!!!! I am breaking out in hives just thinking about that!!! STRESS!!!!! Go pack already!!!!!

[WedgieSock]

Originally Posted by mom2travel

That pup was just meant to be yours :-)

And don't feel bad, I still haven't packed any clothes for me & I leave at 9am!!

HA! Thank you, that is very comforting

Originally Posted by phins_jazy

OMG!!!! I am breaking out in hives just thinking about that!!! STRESS!!!!! Go pack already!!!!!

Honestly, I think I love the chaos ..... I might pack in a minute ....

[Tltorrez]

Don't know if everyone else knew this but I just noticed that the Castle light show runs twice - just before and just after Wishes (on nights with two parades).

[Tltorrez]

Kathy, was it you that asked about wine for sale? I just saw a few bottles for sale in our resort store (Boardwalk). Might be an option to check for a quick bottle.

[M&MGirl1]

Originally Posted by WedgieSock

AND ...........

I'M STILL NOT PACKED

Ok, you KNOW I'm going to have nightmares over this now, don't you!!!!!!!

[RooRach0906]

We are driving down 95 right now!!!! Horray!!!!!!

[QueenElinor]

Originally Posted by M&MGirl1

That's great to know about the Target coupon! Guess I will be making a run there tomorrow. With the DxDDP I estimate we will have over $100 in tips and I will definitely stand in line at the front desk at AoA looking like an idiot to save 24% on our expenses!

Good to know about the EVC too, sissy found out from the podiatrist today that she tore her plantar fascia. She's in a boot now and SHOULD be ok by the time we leave in 2 weeks, but if it still hurts her to walk I will be renting her an EVC regardless of her being worried others in the park will just think she's lazy. Funny thing is, my littlest niece broke her foot three days before our 2010 family trip and was in a wheelchair the whole time!

There is a sticky thread over in the disABILITIES forum all about ECV rentals, which have changed somewhat- only three companies deliver to the Disney resorts' bell services now (many of them did previously) so you don't have to be there when they drop it off. I'm renting from Apple, I believe beatlesblonde is as well. As for looking lazy, I don't look sick either, but I don't really feel like I get the stink eye from anyone. People seem pretty nice about it, I guess they figure I have my reasons.

[Tltorrez]

Aargh! Just realized The camera card reader is in the bedroom. And I'm afraid to go in there in case DS isn't totally asleep. *sigh* the trip is huge fun so far. Just wish I didn't feel quite so frazzled. I clearly need more sleep.

Unrelated question - I have a Nikon D40 and I accidentally turned on the histograms. Now when I look at the pics I took they're completely covered and I can't figure out how to turn it off. No idea what I even hit. Any ideas?

[Tltorrez]

Another random note - got an email today from Flying Fish about a Veuve Cliquot (champagne maker) wine dinner. We get these all the time but since we live in DC they're not particularly useful. But this one is next Friday. Our last night.

[Wendimn]

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[ksromack]

Originally Posted by lovingeire

We're here! Most of our stay is in a Cars suite at Art of Animation and it is amazing! We all love it! It is seriously a magical resort! I highly recommend it! I think we finally or the youngest down for a nap so my oldest & I are off to explore!

I'm sure that's where my sister will want to stay when she takes her brood....how many can the suites sleep?

Originally Posted by Maddie's Nana

OK - finally packed, told DH I was packed. He went into bedroom and picked up suitcase without checking if it were zipped. Guess what? It wasn't!!!!! Had to repack everything. Now I'm done. And suitcase is zipped shut!!!

Oops.....

Originally Posted by BDL

What about an almost 40 yr old man from New England in a bikini?

Yeah... That's right. Drink it all in. All 300 lbs.

Give me a fair warning if you decide to swim at one of the pools at POR, mkay?

Originally Posted by Tltorrez

Cute!

FYI - I saw a decorated balcony at BWV today. Right above the DVC model. So Im assuming they don't mind. Saw some doors too.

Doesn't that put you in a happy mood?