Disney resolutions are something that's been on my mind a lot lately, because my family and I are currently in the throes of planning our next trip. This isn't our first time at the rodeo, but we have made several Disney resolutions to help make this trip extra memorable:
Stay somewhere new. We're DVC members, and so for the past four or five years, we've always stayed at our home base of Saratoga Springs or Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Both resorts are great, for entirely different reasons, but this year we're hoping to try Bay Lake Tower, or if that doesn't work out, the Wilderness Lodge. (I'd love any advice/recommendations you have - comment away!)
Try a different Signature Dining Experience. I've mentioned my love for The California Grill, oh, a zillion times on this blog already, so I won't bore you with any more fawning. And of course, we're going there. But we're also going to make reservations for a different Signature Dining experience (on the last trip we tried Narcoossee's and it was great). This year? My sights are set on the Yachtsman Steakhouse.
Make up for lost time. Our last trip was juuuuust before La Hacienda de San Angel and Via Napoli opened. I'm already hungry.
Drink Around the World Showcase. I haven't told my family that we're doing this yet. And I'm probably too old for it to be socially acceptable. But I really, really want to try it. If anyone has any tips on which side of the Showcase is a better starting point, let me know. I'm thinking the liquor-before-beer rule means Mexico should be the start, right? Or does that mean you just end up quitting/making really bad decisions two pavilions in?
Do a tour. Over the past few trips, I've become a big aficionado of the WDW tours. And while I prefer my tours on a Segway, this time my sights are set on the Wild Africa Trek. Have you tried it? Is it worth the money? Advice, once again, is very welcome.
Get there for a rope drop. As strange as it sounds, especially since we are morning people, I've never actually seen one happen. It's long overdue, I know.
Get there for a rope drop. As strange as it sounds, especially since we are morning people, I've never actually seen one happen. It's long overdue, I know.
Tweet! Last time around, I imposed a no-cellphones-in-the-parks rule and ended up going crazy trying to remember all the things I wanted to tweet. This time, I'm embracing Twitter and hopefully sharing lots of fun stories (and let's face it, probably some nonsense) with all of you!
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8 comments:
I feel the same way about DVC. We always stay at the same places and we want to experience all the resorts!
I loved the Wild Africa Trek. I'm a huge fan of Animal Kingdom and it was nice to be a bit behind the scenes with a small group and two cast members. Best part is riding around the safari and being able to stop and go whenever. I think I learned a lot more about the animals and their behaviors and it was just SO awesome. I can't say enough about it & I did write a little bit about it here: http://www.thishappyplaceblog.com/2011/08/just-married-now-its-time-to-say.html#more If you want to check it out with pictures.
As far as your other resolutions, I'm with ya. (I also wish I was just there RIGHT now.)
Great resolutions! We own at SSR as well, but I really like Kidani Village and Old Key West as well (nope, the cheaper point rate doesn't affect that decision at all. :) ). I keep trying for Wilderness Lodge/Bay Lake Tower but can never get a studio there.
As for dining... have you tried Kouzzina yet? We did it last month and I fell in love with their steak. Just sayin'.
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Two points- Definitely try the Yachtsman this year. It's fabulous! We just ate there on our last trip and the mozzarella appetizer is worth the trip alone!
As for rope drop, it has been my goal each and every year... and it never gets done. It happened once when I worked there. My then boyfriend (now husband) dragged me out of bed to rope drop at the Studios for Star Wars Weekends. I want to do rope drop at the MK, I just need to find the strength!
Rosanne @ The Disney Point
Great resolutions! We finally made it to our first rope drop at the Magic Kingdom in November. I loved it. :)
I don't know how old you are, but if you need another mature drinker for your crawl, let me know! :D I love your choices- after 40 years of trips, I finally made the rope drop the day of the 40th Anniversary celebration (and only because I was there alone). Whatever it takes, right?!
Definitely try to stay at Bay Lake Tower. We're also DVC members, and LOVE Bay Lake Tower. The members lounge on the top of the tower is a spectacular spot to watch Wishes!
I love the idea of Disney resolutions...I'm going to have to try some of my own!
Definitely try to stay at Bay Lake Tower. We're also DVC members, and LOVE Bay Lake Tower. The members lounge on the top of the tower is a spectacular spot to watch Wishes!
I love the idea of Disney resolutions...I'm going to have to try some of my own!
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