Our trip part 7 (last one)

[alanm]

Just in case I forget, I'll do this now

Thanks to everybody who replied to the questions I posted pre trip, it was all very helpful, thanks also to Carol & Richard for allowing us to stay in their home, we had a great holiday, made all the easier by those mentioned above. Cheers

Anyway, last full day Wednesday March 30th, it was back to MK as we had promised Keelin a second visit. She asked nicely (demanded) to meet Rapunzel and some bloke called Flynn Rider, as the line had already formed we joined and took it in 30min shifts to secure the meet & greet (one shift each)
To be honest, the rest of the day is a bit of a blur but again the main focus was on Fantasyland and spending time lying in wait for poor unsuspecting Characters, left around 2.30pm for a break as we were coming back later for 9pm parade & wishes Fireworks.
The parade didn't take place because of the wet weather and there was tears when Dumbo broke down while Keelin was sitting in it waiting for her last spin but the fireworks and pre-show was great.

So that's it, done and dusted, of course we didn't do everything and of course we did more than what's included in the trip reports, we had a great time.

Things you must do (first timers)

Use this site for villa & car hire
Read the forums, loads of great info here and friendly too
Cirque du Soleil
Sat nav if at all possible
Avoid TGI Fridays on 192 (terrible)
Don't forget your camera charger duh
South exit out of MCO if it applies to your villa location
The brown bread they give you at Outback Steakhouse
understand how to use fastpass and use it

Things we did that worked

Have a plan, go to the parks early (soooo worth it), yes I know you are on holiday but this isn't a holiday it's an experience, have a lie in on the days you are not going to a theme park if you wish.
Don't try to do it all in two weeks, you can't, it's impossible, pick and do your must do's and everything else is a bonus.
Have fun & enjoy yourselves
Sherbeth road route for Disney
Take days off from the parks

Back now five days and sooooooooooooo tired but have some great memories

That's all folks,

Cheers,

Alan

[SDJ]

Thank you for writing all your trip reports Alan. I have been enjoying reading them so don't think because there are not too many people posting on your reports - that they are not reading them!! It is lovely that you have taken the time out to write down your experiences and of course you will have them for future reference in years to come[msnwink]

Better get saving for your next trip by the sounds of things - more shoes etc.[msnwink]

Sandra

[caroline]

Just to echo Sandra, I've really enjoyed your trip reports[msnsmile2]

[Susan J]

Add to list - buy MELATONIN from supermarket, and take one for first couple of nights when get back to UK, so you don't have jetlag
Complain to Disney if your child is upset - they will rectify that with a little Disney Magic.
Thank you for the lovely reports!

[lynnroy]

Echo above comments really enjoyed your reports and getting really excited about our upcoming trip

[eagleydo]

I have loved these reports. Really appreciate when people take the time to write them so we can all join in. I am afraid I am not good at writing trip reports, always mean to and rarely do. So I really appreciate others making the effort. THANK YOU[clap][clap][clap]

[DisneyPrincess]

Really enjoyed the trip reports [msnsmile2]

[LiesaAnna]

Thanks Alan and family, have really enjoyed reading your trip reports, i've felt like i was there with you
again thanks for taking the trouble of sharing your wonderful family holiday with us xx[msncool][beer]

[canarypam]

Thanks for taking the time to post your trip report really enjoyed it [msnsmile2]