My DH is the same. So this time around, one night we waited until about half an hour after MK closed. The wait was still ridiculously long for our bus to SSR.
Its so weird - the whole time at SSR (2 weeks), the buses were almost never crowded to go to the parks. Coming back (worst was always MK), we would wait 2-3 buses after park close. And each bus would take so long. And our lines were always way more packed than every other resort around - it looked like a line for Pop Century! I guess it's because SSR is such a big resort? Upon reflection, it's probably bigger than all the other mods and deluxes.
I sympathize about cranky, overtired kids and packed buses. I kept my crew out too late a a couple of times and that was rough. It's so hard to deal with a cranky, miserable little kid. Especially when you are tired and worn out yourself. And you had quite a few little kiddies in your group!
End of day buses especially after a big fireworks show is always the biggest pain. Even if it's just DH and myself we always don't look forward to this part and I can't imagine it with young kids. I think Disney should basically amp up the buses at the end of the day especially after a big show because there will be hordes of people streaming out the park...
I had no idea that SSR was so big! But I have never stayed nor been there but I can just imagine the bus lines being like Pop!
The nieces and nephew did not stay out for the shows they were just too tired to be awake for it all so I guess there is always the next trip!
Holy hanna, I got so far behind
When I opened this it sent me back to page 5!
Been trying to catch up with all trip reports since we got back from our Alaska cruise on the 4th but life has been hectic since we got back.
So I guess I'll just put a blanket comment here now that I'm caught up
I'd say with a family that large things are going quite well!
Haha I can understand. A week off line can do that to you! But my TR will be here for a while...
It is going as well as it can at this point! A few hiccups but overall everyone is having fun!
Love this! Now I want a Mr. Stickley
I have to see if Mr. Stickley survived Irma!
Wow, the girls do not look like they enjoyed this as much as Mine Train!
I think they were just...hot under their ponchos!
Clearly not.
Though I don't even think I knew there was a camera there.
I totally forgot about this too! I think it's a recent addition.
That looks like tasting room size not a sampler to me! They couldn't definitely stand to pour a bit more generously.
Oh most definitely!!!
We've only eaten dinner @ BoG once and it wasn't my favorite, but I've been eyeing up this beauty on a couple of visits now (sans the mushrooms of course). Maybe we can score a last minute ADR on our next trip so we can indulge a little.
I hope you do! I wouldn't say you're missing much though food-wise, but eating in Beast's castle is just fun.
Great picture. Love your dress!
Thank you!
What the heck. Sounds like she took tomorrowland seriously and was on a different planet somewhere
For sure, or Pizza Planet, but most likely Tomorrowland, because being form Pizza Planet makes you cooler.
How did she get into the park without one? Do you not have to get your bands scanned if you took the express transportation?
And by the way so upset they got rid of this. We totally planned on using it on our next trip
Since the CM had already checked us in before not letting us on the bus we didn't have to check in again by the time we came around and Mimi had lost her band. Sooooo annoying.
But yes, you did have to scan your band when you check in for the bus, which now a moot point because there is no bus!
ACK!!!
How the heck are you already on Page 15???
I have read through your first morning at MK.
That is a fantastic family photo with Stitch and I am impressed with how many decent pictures you already have with your group.
Pretty impressive dining lineup. I look forward to reading about your meals.
UGH on the delayed flight and UGH UGH on having to run for the last monorail of the night. I didn't even know there was a last monorail of the night!
However your Magical Express (lack of) line makes up for that. A little different from the race trip!
What a great nighttime arch picture!
Hi Dee!!
LOL I have no idea how it got so big so quickly but I'm very grateful for everyone who reads and comments!!
Our arrival day was definitely...late. But we were on vacation and I think everyone was excited, although very tired. Thank goodness it was a short flight! The kids were awake the whole time on the plane and on the bus, I think they were just too curious to sleep!
The monorail at the airport was being refurbished and so for our particular terminal it was being worked on after midnight so it was the last ride of the night when we arrived. I hope it gets fixed soon!
Thank you!!
The outfit CS was wearing is adorable!!! Did she purchase it or put it together herself?
All in all, seems like you had a pretty decent breakfast at Crystal Palace. I LOVE the picture with your nieces.
Even if you terrorized your young niece, you have earned cool aunt status getting everyone (who could) on Peter Pan, Small World, Tea Cups, Mine Train, Regular Train and Jungle cruise. Most impressive!
I'll do some more catching up tomorrow. But what I REALLY need to do is go back and look at your Star Wars Cruise report. I think you know- Teena and I were going to be on the Fantasy leaving Sept 9, but that was cancelled due to Hurricane Irma. We have rebooked and leave two weeks from today. My first cruise with the Mouse & pals!
She purchased it from Etsy!!
Crystal Palace was a great first meal to introduce them to the world of character meets. We got to see then who would be in and out for the meets, and Caylee was not in with it, Bryan was pretty indifferent, and Sienna just wanted to eat or sleep all the time. The rest of the girls loved the characters!
Thanks for the vote of confidence! I tried my best to get them on some classic rides!
I know!! I am so excited for your first cruise! I think you will really enjoy yourself! I hope the seas are calm during your cruise and there are no more hiccups! I LOVED the Fantasy. It's a big, beautiful ship, and there is so much to do. Have a wonderful time!
Not sure why my post makes you click on it to expand it.
No worries, you probably just quoted within the quotes but thank you for the comments!!
The kids in your family are SO CUTE!
Thank you!! They are very adorable when they are not having meltdowns!