Lol! We meet at last! So right about the Begniet ordering. It's always crazy. I think they need a number system or something. Or put names on the styro containers like Starbucks.
I can tell Bill had a good talking to, I was ready for Jesse wandering, etc. but they were very well mannered, lol!
We didn't go down the slide, being January and all, but I heard its slower too. The pool theming is very fun. We usually found lounges in the back of the pool, backing on to river path! And we enjoyed the hot tub .
This was our first POFQ stay, usually when we are in a moderate POR is our choice! But Disney 777 likes FQ better, and we like trying new resorts, so Ashley and I tried it. We enjoyed FQ very much, and would stay again, but Por mansions remain our fav
I am so glad we were able to meet you and your family! Hopefully our wdw paths will cross again!
I may be MIA for awhile now. Our renos start tomorrow morning. huge Reno downstairs in basement. Jack hammering thru floor to lay new plumbing, adding bathroom, moving laundry room, my head hurts already Contractor and workman were over today. It's starting a tad earlier then I was planning
I love the pre-walk lecture about behaving! We have a lot of those in the car before going somewhere. Nothing wrong with being snap happy! What is it about the youngest child?? Its like they inherently know that when it comes to them you are older and so tired that the likelihood of you disciplining them is less that they know to give you the whatever attitude.
POR is so pretty especially in the morning.
Good luck on renting the DVC. We try to do it as much as we can now. A lot depends on your flexibility for where you want to stay and when you want to go. Obviously, the more flexible you are with those the easier it is. Its hard to be too flexible when you have to work around school schedules though. We have loved all our DVC rentals. I have heard that the studios and two bedrooms book the fastest.
Hope you have a great day and enjoy the last few weeks of summer!
Christine
Gorgeous photos of POFQ! I love them all lol It looks like you had a successful Dismeet - I love how people from all over can meet and bond over their love of Disney
Again- LOOVVEE the pics of Riverside.. You have me so excited about staying here...
Love that red Mickey shirt.. I want some cute Disney stuff to wear!!
How neat about the DIS meet! Hey, that rhymes!
Oh yeah, MY DH would be the same way..
Have you ever seen that shirt in the parks that has Prince Charming and it says "Sorry Ladies, I'm taken"... My DH bought it last trip, I couldn't believe he actually wore it and I think he may have worn it once since we have been home.. Either way, it is time to break it out again for October!! ))
Hi heather....great pictures! I love Dismeets, and so glad you got to have one! I was extra lucky to meet Junglecruiser ( our Sarah) and it had such an impression on me. I love that about the Dis, the friendships that can be made.
Thanks so much for your great review of POR, it helps us out so much. Can't wait to see it in person in November.
The boat ride looks pretty!
How long of a ride is it? We might do it on our last day too- can you bring strollers on the boat or no?
We just have a standard view - the rates, even with discount, are so ridiculous, I couldn't justify anything else (especially since we are following 7 full days at WDW with 7 days on the Fantasy! ). I hope we are not disappointed after our amazing Boardwalk view last trip, but I think we'll be fine. My stress over "being late" is so awful - it can really ruin things, so I know that it was the right decision. I talked to a friend who knows me well (and who is very frugal), and she was all, "Um, yeah, upgrading is definitely the right choice for you...."Willow will love it for sure!!! So much to see. I think dinner is the better choice, too.
Well....you are kinda staying in a new resort/room BWI room vs. BWV room What type of room did you request? Don't blame you for switching. It is much more convenient to Willow's favorite park. I totally get your fear of being late! Remember....I'm the one who gets up at the crack of dawn and never misses Rope Drop
You're probably right! Wishful thinking...
Love the boats to DTD we enjoyed using them when we stayed at POFQ & OKW.
Love Jessie's hat!
that boat to DTD. I never knew it was a man made river! It seems longer then 2.5 miles! Such a beautiful trip. I always thought those Treehouses Villas right on the water would be so fun to stay at! I think wdw must have a mosquito program, I rarely get bit even in August around all that water at POR.
Speaking of which, it made the news up here, this summer a particular mosquito breed is hatching in Florida, supposed to be loads of them this season, bigger then the average mosquito, with a bigger bite too have you heard of this? I've never packed repellant before, but think I may this trip.
They sound like B52 bombers of the mosquito world!!
Yes, going to have to start laying out stuff to take and it's hard cause I'm still wearing the stuff. We've been enjoying a beautiful July here. Not a speck of rain all month.
The boat ride looks pretty!
How long of a ride is it? We might do it on our last day too- can you bring strollers on the boat or no?
We love the boat ride to/from DTD, glad you tried it.
Disney has all the bats to take care of the mosquitos. They really think of everything.
Hopefully Jesse kept that hat on and you didn't have to carry it.
Great pics of the River Cruise! I tried to take it one night at POR but the conditions were too windy. We may do Old Key West in November of 2014 so that would be the perfect opportunity to try it again
GAH!!!! Slow down!!!!!!!!
Okay, loved the pics and details about Tony's. Seems like it gets such mixed reviews, but it is so appealing with the theme and all. So happy to hear y'all enjoy it. Would love to eat there one day! (Did I tell you that we are doing the DxDDP this time??????
Your resort pics are beautiful. I truly do feel a little sad that we upgraded. I know it was the best decision for us and the way we work, but POR looks so beautiful. When I learn to chill out and enjoy the moment (which I'm hoping will finally happen in two weeks!), I will be more able to enjoy a place like this.
We just have a standard view - the rates, even with discount, are so ridiculous, I couldn't justify anything else (especially since we are following 7 full days at WDW with 7 days on the Fantasy! I hope we are not disappointed after our amazing Boardwalk view last trip, but I think we'll be fine. My stress over "being late" is so awful - it can really ruin things, so I know that it was the right decision. I talked to a friend who knows me well (and who is very frugal), and she was all, "Um, yeah, upgrading is definitely the right choice for you...."
Jesse and his hat!! And also the trading pins! Believe it or not, he wore the silly things all day. We were shocked!
Well, it is nice of you to time your TR around my vaation.One more installment and I'm DONE! Right before your trip!!
NO!!! You didn't tell me that! No kiddinig?! Well, you know how my family feels about that. We give it a simply because it's convenient and we love signature restaurants. Which restaurants are yall trying? Signatures? CRT??
You so did the right thing. And since you're going to be at WDW for 7 days, your choice makes more sense (to me, at least ) Maybe on your next trip you can do a split and try POR for a few days then move on to your deluxe accommodations.
When I say I totally understand about being late - I TOTALLY understand I'm the same way, Roni. Remember - I'm the one who gets up at 5:30am on vacation just to make sure we're at Rope Drop : I think there's a name for people like us, Roni????? Maybe you won't be disappointed since you know what to expect already. And just maybe you'll get a bit of pixiedust! Ya never know!!!