Blogs from Disney World, Orlando, Florida, United States, North America - page 10

Beautiful, early start this morning. We took advantage of the extra magic morning hours this morning, and enjoyed a hour before opening to the general public. Juan and Luke got their fastpasses for Space Mountain, while Ben and I took a ride on the people mover. Buzz Lightyear ride and the Tomorrowland Speedway. Once the park opened, Luke and Juan headed to Space Mountain on their fastpasses so Ben and I went to Mickey's Philharmagic (we missed this the first day because little dude needed to go to the potty). We then headed to find Woody and Jessie, from Toy Story. The line was much shorter than before, plus we got to see Jessie too! Luke had a special day! He joined the Pirate League. He became a pirate today! :) You'll have to ask him ... read more

We had a great time at Hollywood studios! We arrived just before it opened. Juan raced to the toy story ride to get fast passes! :) We were able to not wait in line for Star Tours, Muppets 3D. When we walked out of Muppets, we were able to be first in line to meet Phineas and Ferb and Lightning McQueen and Mater. We then headed to ride Toy Story Mania. This was both of the boys favorite ride. Right after we rode it we were able to grab another fastpass for before dinner. We had lunch a Pizza Planet. A pizza place very similiar to the one in Toy Story. Pizza and arcade. After lunch we headed back towards the front of the park and met up with my great Uncle Roy. It was nice ... read more

We made it! Our resort, Disney's Polynesian Resort, is wonderful. Feels like we are in a tropical island, not at Disney World. We are in the Fiji Longhouse, right on the marina. The Volcano Pool is just across the way and we are close to the Monorail line. Couldn't have asked for a better location. 1st floor room too! We got checked-in and the boys were able to take a quick dip in the pool. It was a little chilly, (only 69 degrees this afternoon). Tonight we had reservations at Chef Mickey's at the Contemporary Resort. We rode the monorail there. They boys loved that. Ben kept saying, "we are flying!" We were earlier than our reservation, and got right in. They take your picture, which yes, I got sucked into buying (hey! I got a ... read more

We told the boys. Not quite the reaction we had expected, but they are super excited. I don't think that they realize what exactly going to Disney World really means. I think they will be even more excited once we get to the airport, get on the plane, and get to the hotel. It will be fun, regardless. :) Looking forward to the sharing this time together with my family. Memories that will last a lifetime.... read more

Day of Disney firsts today :) First park, first character picture, first autograph, etc. And I loved every minute of it - totally re-lived my childhood all day. We had a nice breakfast (yay, free) at the hotel and then shuttled off to Epcot, to catch the Disney transfer to Animal Kingdom. And the magic begins! We went straight to Fastpass Everest (so not waiting in line when no need) and then went to the safari expedition. The line was long enough, but I didn't even mind lines today because Disney even does that right!! There are videos/movies, displays, everything is themed perfectly etc. The safari was nice - the vehicles themselves were really cool, and they let us do all sorts of crazy "off-road" experiences including nearly falling off a bridge and chasing after poachers ... read more