tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post2332128760408945924..comments2024-03-26T19:48:49.664-04:00Comments on Brooklyn Limestone: Meeting the MouseMrs. Limestonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-51825488779138122952015-03-31T12:06:08.061-04:002015-03-31T12:06:08.061-04:00I worked on the Disney Wonder as a performer and I...I worked on the Disney Wonder as a performer and I can attest that Disney is MAGICAL! Drink the proverbial kool-aid and have a blast!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06013080577993609631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-53935309864214215432015-03-25T16:20:57.590-04:002015-03-25T16:20:57.590-04:00Read up on tips and tricks for the magic kingdom o...Read up on tips and tricks for the magic kingdom on Pinterest or some of the Disney blogs. Before our trips I always read Disney Tourist Blog (you will love the photography), Touring Plans, and WDW Prep School. Pinterest can lead you to lots of great tips, snacks, etc. Those little tricks that people share can save you a lot of time and energy and get you some special experiences. Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14881615043759595066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-69040475663982271972015-03-18T11:55:37.771-04:002015-03-18T11:55:37.771-04:00Growing up we never went to Disney and I distinctl...Growing up we never went to Disney and I distinctly remember watching those commercials and feeling totally bummed about it. So obviously my reaction is to go in the complete opposite direction. <br /><br />Plus as an adult, I'm always impressed about how well they put these things together. Even if you don't appreciate the storytelling or the scenery, you have to be impressed by the coordination of it all!Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-70441588262108854002015-03-17T20:01:48.464-04:002015-03-17T20:01:48.464-04:00I think we are one of the only families in the USA...I think we are one of the only families in the USA who has ZERO desire to do Disney. Makes me have a stomach ache thinking about it, plus I do not like princesses or the princess culture. So did my daughter growing up. With that being said, I feel like my kids will be in therapy as adults for our having refused to do Disney. As a child I loved the Polynesian village!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-11065862714630369892015-03-16T17:00:42.283-04:002015-03-16T17:00:42.283-04:00I have had two amazing holidays with my family at ...I have had two amazing holidays with my family at Walt Disney World and would go back in an instant! Stayed at Fort Wilderness and Port Orleans and both were brilliant. As to suggestions with a very young child, I would definitely say watch a parade in Magic Kingdom. Get in position early (suggest using the time to have a snack, little nap whilst you wait) and then you will have a good view as everything passes by you, an easy and relaxing way to enjoy seeing loads of the characters. Hope you enjoy the cruise and have a wonderful time - Margaret, Buckinghamshire, England.Jessie Mayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15935651733288004381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-51008267149438673532015-03-13T00:30:26.500-04:002015-03-13T00:30:26.500-04:00I have been a Travel Consultant for over 20 years....I have been a Travel Consultant for over 20 years. I did the 3 night Disney Cruise and it IS magical. There are a lot of hidden surprises (that I will not divulge as not to spoil your trip) but they are wonderful and fabulous for kids. The food is fabulous and abundant. I had goosebumps throughout my experience on Disney (due to all those little and big special extras). Disney and the Disney cruise will be magical for Aggie (especially Mom and Dad) because you get to see her joy.Disney and the Disney cruise was one of the highlights of my career , its over 10 years since I have been there and I still have magical memories. Have a wonderful trip !!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12217203181885419771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-86756840263170453482015-03-11T10:11:43.542-04:002015-03-11T10:11:43.542-04:00It is actually called the ride switch program and ...It is actually called the ride switch program and it works GREAT! Here is a link to the program: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/rider-switch/WOM-MOMShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13561331722589397996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-69057756215324519532015-03-11T08:06:38.843-04:002015-03-11T08:06:38.843-04:00I've never been to Disney, not even Disneyland...I've never been to Disney, not even Disneyland Paris and I live close by. So I can't really comment on there sorry.<br /><br />The reason I write today is because I have been nominated for A Lovely Blog Award that I know is obviously to get to know new bloggers, but thinking about my favourite blogs, I could not do without mentioning you.<br /><br />I always loved your down to earth approach to blogging. I find Agatha very lovely. Your parties and invitations just blow my mind every time and more importantly I admire you for traveling so much. You're really are my inspiration on that subject. So my award nomination is really about telling you how much I enjoy reading your blog, really.<br /><br />Obviously, don't feel obligated to participate, I understand you're not a new blogger anymore. Here's my contribution and infos if you're curious though: http://ravacholle.blogspot.be/2015/03/oh-my-ive-been-tagged-nominated-even.html<br /><br />xravachollehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03235217919829805142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-86947150212148471992015-03-11T07:53:43.954-04:002015-03-11T07:53:43.954-04:00Haven't been on the cruise but have been to Di...Haven't been on the cruise but have been to Disney Land twice. Hubs wants to go back with the girls again but I'm done. It's nice but too much money and noise for me.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09739494109862289958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-37377437577114291562015-03-10T21:48:55.696-04:002015-03-10T21:48:55.696-04:00Lines are hard at any age! Many of the rides geare...Lines are hard at any age! Many of the rides geared toward younger kids (Little Mermaid, Pooh, Peter Pan) have fun interactive elements in the queues to help pass the time. We relied heavily on the fastpass+ program to zip through the rides that we thought would be the biggest hit first thing in the day. We let him choose if he wanted to stand in line and he actually did pretty well for the things he really wanted to do. Bringing small bottles of bubbles, a small drawing pad, and playing phone games are super useful too!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-14895549198976951202015-03-10T20:15:00.358-04:002015-03-10T20:15:00.358-04:00Sounds like you're getting some great advice. ...Sounds like you're getting some great advice. You may want to read Dixie Delights blog. She's a Disney World and cruise expert!Susie H.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14321685640516642878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-56206597431845646182015-03-10T16:31:37.327-04:002015-03-10T16:31:37.327-04:00You can use the fastpasses anytime within the 1 ho...You can use the fastpasses anytime within the 1 hour window. And after you use all 3, you can go to a fastpass kiosk (marked as FP+ on the Magic Kingdom maps) and request another one, one at a time.Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15012137571556614078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-82858493568041972292015-03-10T16:23:39.789-04:002015-03-10T16:23:39.789-04:00Also I meant to add that Disney Cruise lines have ...Also I meant to add that Disney Cruise lines have bigger staterooms than other cruise lines, so that tends to drive up prices.Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15012137571556614078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-78303382930092078772015-03-10T16:21:42.344-04:002015-03-10T16:21:42.344-04:00One of the best part of Disney Cruises is the fact...One of the best part of Disney Cruises is the fact that the ENTIRE Disney catalog of movies is available in your stateroom, on your TV, for free.Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15012137571556614078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-20923688032518793022015-03-10T14:41:47.543-04:002015-03-10T14:41:47.543-04:00Thanks Iggy. We are staying on property so we are...Thanks Iggy. We are staying on property so we are close by for naps, etc. We are only in the park one day so aside from fast pass and dining reservations, I don't think there is much other advance planning I can do, right?Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-73229579752443735712015-03-10T14:41:05.706-04:002015-03-10T14:41:05.706-04:00We did very little research other than how to use ...We did very little research other than how to use the fast pass system and just had a great time as a family exploring and enjoying what we saw and wanted to do. I think it's similar to trips overseas in this way- you realize you won't see it all in one trip, so enjoy the highlights and those other gems you find along the way! Have so much fun!!Tara G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09199251979718649256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-29335764154656710822015-03-10T14:40:33.419-04:002015-03-10T14:40:33.419-04:00Thanks Ashley. I have gone as an adult (years ago)...Thanks Ashley. I have gone as an adult (years ago) and really enjoyed how well everything is put together. It really is impressive. Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-13941337688878529942015-03-10T14:39:51.067-04:002015-03-10T14:39:51.067-04:00Thanks again - you are the best. I tried to get a...Thanks again - you are the best. I tried to get a Frozen princess fast pass but those were booked within a minute. It's okay though - I think she is a bit young to really care too much about meeting someone dressed up like Elsa. She tends to think all princesses are Elsa anyway so I think we are covered. Thanks for the suggestion to look around at BOG - I would have never thought to do that.Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-57413409034854249782015-03-10T13:55:04.476-04:002015-03-10T13:55:04.476-04:00When we went to Disney, we did not have any kids, ...When we went to Disney, we did not have any kids, but we ended up having a really good time (though I was skeptical!). I would suggest getting the Photopass. It was so convenient to stop almost anywhere and have someone take our picture and then at the end we were sent a CD/online gallery with all the pictures. This might be too much for one day, but I felt like it made things a little easier.<br /><br />Also, even as adults, we both absolutely loved the Peter Pan ride! : ) Ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01584382718237234068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-2122230532145622262015-03-10T13:23:05.002-04:002015-03-10T13:23:05.002-04:00RAM1780 - So glad that the suggestions helped!
St...RAM1780 - So glad that the suggestions helped! <br />Stefanie - Girl, you scored the jackpot on your dining reservations! Be Our Guest is one of the best themed restaurants in all of Disney World. The Imagineers went above and beyond on it! And the beauty about BOG lunch reservations is that it is "quick service" speed, but table service quality food and atmosphere. Be sure to take some time after you eat to explore the different rooms (especially the West Wing to see the rose). And Cindy's anytime is wonderful! The food, theming, and picture opportunities with the Princesses are great! With respect to breakfast, you can bring in your own snacks and water. So eat before you head to the park, and enjoy a snack if you get hungry before lunch. <br />And your FP+ are great too! They revamped Dumbo a few years ago and now have two rides that run simultaneously and a fun play area/holding room for the kiddos before the ride. They give you buzzer when you arrive, Aggie can play, and when it's your turn, you held to the line. So since you were able to FP+ Peter Pan and Enchanted Tales, I wouldn't change those. <br />And with the Frozen Princesses, if you arrive to the park at rope drop, head straight there b/c this will be the shortest lines all day. If you can't make it to the park at rope drop, and the line is 1-2 hours long to see Elsa and Ana, they make appearances in the parades. So you won't get one-on-one time...but Aggie can see them and you won't have to wait in those huge lines with a toddler! :-) <br />Oh, and one more tip, go to all the photopass locations for great picture opportunities. You can get a photopass if you want, but the Photopass Photographers will also take pictures with your camera. That way, you can get great pictures with all three of you in it!<br />Feel free to email me if there is anything else that I can help you with!<br /> Jennifer {How To Travel Tour Guide}https://www.blogger.com/profile/14575544430758116756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-66246923842003110132015-03-10T12:50:40.757-04:002015-03-10T12:50:40.757-04:00Yes I have one. It hasn't been that helpful m...Yes I have one. It hasn't been that helpful mostly b/c Im just going for one day so there is only so much they can do. But I have gotten reservations and fast passes as much as I could. It's hard to plan for something you haven't done in 20 years though :)Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-942369159256494572015-03-10T12:49:40.778-04:002015-03-10T12:49:40.778-04:00Oh this is super amazing and helpful! Thank you s...Oh this is super amazing and helpful! Thank you so much for the ride info...its the most confusing bit. I'm going to write these down. <br /><br />We weren't able to get any decent breakfast reservations but we did get lunch reservations at Be Your Guest and dinner reservations at Cinderellas Royal Table. What are your thoughts on those?<br /><br />I waited like 5 minutes to sign up for the fast passes and there were a few already totally gone (like the frozen princesses!). The ones we got were Peter Pan, Under the Sea and Enchanted Tales. I figured the Dumbo one wouldn't be so bad but it sounds like maybe I should do that one instead? It seems so counter intuitive to plan when Im going to go on a ride months in advance but I suppose I best get used to the idea :)Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-15612559108637248922015-03-10T12:45:08.806-04:002015-03-10T12:45:08.806-04:00Oh totally - we are bringing our fold up umbrella ...Oh totally - we are bringing our fold up umbrella stroller. While she does a fair bit of walking, there is no way she would make it without one. Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-56506487727980245712015-03-10T12:44:24.171-04:002015-03-10T12:44:24.171-04:00Thanks! What is the stroller stand by?Thanks! What is the stroller stand by?Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-14285012806685647852015-03-10T12:43:55.093-04:002015-03-10T12:43:55.093-04:00Thanks Michele. Good point on the glow necklaces,...Thanks Michele. Good point on the glow necklaces, Im sure she will love that.<br /><br />She really isn't into characters just yet plus she will see them on the ship so I probably won't be standing in line just yet for them. Next time. But totally agree that this trip is for her so we'll be focusing on the things she would find fun.<br /><br />Good point on the shoes.Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.com