DVC Mike at BLT Dec 6-14

[DVC Mike]

Yes, I checked in a few days ago, and I don't plan on posting any photos until sometime after I get home.

During the trip, I'll post a dozen or so photos on Facebook, so take a peek there.

https://www.facebook.com/dvc.mike

We are in a 1-BR theme park view room on the 12th floor of BLT.

Right now, I am at Coronado Springs awaiting the start of the DVC annual meeting.

It's been a relaxing trip so far. I've only been to one park - MK - for a couple of hours, and I only rode two rides - Seven Dwarves and Pirates of the Caribbean.

This is how I do Disney, and I like it!

 

[DVC Mike]

First Ray of Sunshine on Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa by DVC Mike, on Flickr


The lobby at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa by DVC Mike, on Flickr


Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at dawn. by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[DVC Mike]

Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort by DVC Mike, on Flickr

The dawn of a new day at Disney's Contemporary Resort by DVC Mike, on Flickr

Panorama view from our room on the 12th floor of Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[disneynutz]

As always, beautiful pictures.

Have a relaxing, wonderful vacation!

Bill

 

[hakepb]

It's great seeing the a6000 in your hands. Thanks for posting the pictures!

 

[DVC Mike]

Some photos I took this morning.


Dawn at Disney's Contemporary Resort by DVC Mike, on Flickr

Sun rising at Disney's Contemporary Resort by DVC Mike, on Flickr

Morning at Disney's Contemporary Resort by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[DVC Mike]

I like taking a walk from BLT to the MK in the morning.

Boat launch in front of the Magic Kingdom on the Seven Seas Lagoon by DVC Mike, on Flickr

Magic Kingdom Ferry Boat Launch by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[dvc at last !]

I am in ...

 

[wishicouldgomoreofte]

Thank you, Mike. They are beautiful.
Are you going to the Merry Member Mixer Monday?
(Tall about alliteration!)
If so, will you please report back on it.
I have not seen any reports on it.
Thank you.

 

[dvc at last !]

Always love your pics !
Anything to report from the meeting ?

 

[DVC Mike]

Trip over

Well, our bags are packed and we'll be heading to the airport soon.

When I get home, I'll transfer the photos to my MacBook and upload some more photos during the week. So, check back later throughout the week for some more photos.

Due to health issues, I wasn't able to get out a lot. I wish I were 30 years younger. Last night, the Magic Kingdom was open until 3am, and I've always wanted to enter the park at midnight and spend 3 hours taking long exposures of everything lit up. Maybe one day. Instead, I'm falling asleep at 10pm. Yes, I'm obviously not a park commando.

It was a very relaxing trip. DW doesn't go to the parks much, so we let her AP expire. We plan on just getting her tickets to the Halloween and Christmas parties. After all, she just wants to ride Splash Mountain over and over.

For you photography buffs, I'm really interested to see how the RAW files from the Sony A6000 do in Lightroom. This smaller mirrorless camera has been a joy to carry compared to my full frame DSLR.

We didn't get to see many friends this trip, although we did spend few minutes chatting with Dave (David's Vacation Club rentals) and Tim (DVC News) at the annual meeting.

Of course, it's always a bit sad to have to leave, but hey, we'll be back here at BLT in just 83 days!

More photos to follow...

 

[Hunclemarco]

Thank you once again for the pictures and your insight

 

[disneynutz]

Trip over

Well, our bags are packed and we'll be heading to the airport soon.

When I get home, I'll transfer the photos to my MacBook and upload some more photos during the week. So, check back later throughout the week for some more photos.

Due to health issues, I wasn't able to get out a lot. I wish I were 30 years younger. Last night, the Magic Kingdom was open until 3am, and I've always wanted to enter the park at midnight and spend 3 hours taking long exposures of everything lit up. Maybe one day. Instead, I'm falling asleep at 10pm. Yes, I'm obviously not a park commando.

It was a very relaxing trip. DW doesn't go to the parks much, so we let her AP expire. We plan on just getting her tickets to the Halloween and Christmas parties. After all, she just wants to ride Splash Mountain over and over.

For you photography buffs, I'm really interested to see how the RAW files from the Sony A6000 do in Lightroom. This smaller mirrorless camera has been a joy to carry compared to my full frame DSLR.

We didn't get to see many friends this trip, although we did spend few minutes chatting with Dave (David's Vacation Club rentals) and Tim (DVC News) at the annual meeting.

Of course, it's always a bit sad to have to leave, but hey, we'll be back here at BLT in just 83 days!

More photos to follow...

Sorry that you aren't feeling well, please get well soon!

Bill

 

[Tonygee]

sounds like you guys are living out life how we Hope too lol

Great Pics, stay healthy!

 

[DVC Mike]

Here's a shot I took on an early morning walk to the Magic Kingdom entrance, before the sun came up.

DM_141213_062048_MK_Entrance by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[tb1972]

Really beautiful shot of the entrance. Last I saw was Halloween decor in Oct. and it looks so different at Christmas.

 

[DVC Mike]

Anything can look interesting, even this bus stop at the Magic Kingdom.

DM_141213_064923_MK_Bus by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[DVC Mike]

Looking across the Seven Seas Lagoon back at the TTC. I just liked the Palm Trees reflection in the water.

DM_141213_062646_TTC_Across_Water by DVC Mike, on Flickr

 

[hakepb]

Looking across the Seven Seas Lagoon back at the TTC. I just liked the Palm Trees reflection in the water.

DM_141213_062646_TTC_Across_Water by DVC Mike, on Flickr

Beautiful shot!, and that's why your trip reports are so great. It's easy to imagine you relaxing and smiling behind the camera! (Too many pro photographers seem too serious)

 

[DVC Mike]

Sunset over the Grand Floridian as viewed from our room at Bay Lake Tower.

DM_141212_171443_GF_Sunset by DVC Mike, on Flickr