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[Caldercup]

Originally Posted by PrincessSharon

My BFF Sam would never do anything like that. See why I'm giving her to you, Amanada?

Note to self: Sharon is a two-timing meanie.


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[Lemap760]

That Grand Marnier drink looks better and better each time I see it.

Are the alcoholic FBs strong? I'm really tempted to partake in a few but normally don't drink when I'm out with Andrew by myself. Maybe I should just get an in room babysitter and go on a splurge.

[PrincessSharon]

Final Thoughts and Ramblings

Although it was a short trip, it was certainly sweet. I don’t think I’d be able to take such a short trip without another one planned, and soon. But at the same time, it was delightful to take a quick weekend trip and just do whatever, whenever. I often found myself thinking “if I were home right now, I’d be doing laundry ” I really enjoyed the spontaneity as a change of pace. This could be dangerous. I’ve always ruled out weekends trip before, but now…

The Firsts:

For such a short trip, I still managed to get in a few firsts.

First time walking to DHS
First time attending an AP preview
First time riding TSMM
First time dining at ESPN Club

Transportation:

Southwest Airlines – I’m as pleased as ever with my SWA experience. I also love the new gate areas.

Disney’s Magical Express – Even though it annoyed me a bit that my deluxe resort was the last stop, I have no real complaints with DME.

Resort Transportation – I absolutely love being able to walk or boat to two parks from the Epcot resorts. The Friendship is a pleasant way to travel and I guess my timing was good because I only needed to actually wait once or twice, and even then it wasn’t more than 10 minutes. However, I think the bus transportation needs improvement. Luckily this trip I only needed to catch a bus once, but I still waited 25 minutes, which is longer than I usually wait anywhere else.

The Beach Club:

I really love the Beach Club. It’s lovely, the rooms are very nice and the location can’t be beat. And then of course there’s Stormalong Bay. So much fun! I really enjoy the BC and probably would call it my second (or at least tied for second) favorite.

The Food:

Since this was a quick trip, I didn’t make any ADRs. But I was able to join Lesley and Terri for theirs, and I just walked up at the ESPN Club. It was nice having a table service to begin and end my trip, with counter service filling the rest.

Spoodles – This was my first breakfast as Spoodles and I enjoyed it. The pancakes were yummy (but huge – and there were 3 of them). I requested crispy bacon and it was cooked perfectly, so that goes a long way with me. I am considering squeezing a trip to Spoodles into the trip with my DM later this year.

The ESPN Club – Fine dining, it isn’t, but the atmosphere is fun for sports fans and the food is good. Too bad the game I wanted to see was rained out.

Disney Dining Experience – I only paid for one meal, so there wasn’t a big savings, but every dollar counts, right?

Spoodles: (Lesley paid)
ESPN Club: $5.35

That brings my year-to-date total to $125.70. I’ll be able to use the card on one more trip before it expires in July.

The Parks:

It was actually a good time to visit, because the parks were not busy at all. The only attraction with a long line was, of course, the new Toy Story Midway Mania. It was a lot of fun to be able to get a sneak peek at the attraction, and it’s really one that everyone will love. TSMM is a home run!

Everything else had manageable lines (or FastPass). It was really hot, but because I took a break by the pool in the middle of the day, it wasn’t too bad. And now I guess I’m prepared for my next trip!

So that’s that. Thanks as always for reading along and especially for all the wonderful comments.

Up Next: Crazy Lady Trio 3: Tales from the Dark Side (Coming Soon to a PassPorter Board Near You)

[Colexis Mom]

Great finish Sharon Thanks so much for sharing your mini trip with us

[disney_duke]

I still find it amazing that everyone, including yourself, can have "firsts" after so many accumulated trips!!! I guess there's always another reason to go to WDW. You had a great weekend trip, and I'm sure there will be more in the works!!! Thanks for sharing!!

[janicelovesmickey]

aaahh great ending, now we all await your next trip

[CountryTink]

What a great ending, but I'm so sad that it's over. I find that I really enjoy a your trip reports. Ah well, I only have to wait another week or so before a new one starts and that one gets the added benefit of the CLT.

Thanks so much for sharing.

[mestitch]

Great ending! Your weekend trip has gotten me even more excited about our quick getaway! I can't wait to read about your next adventure!!

[chezp]

Great finish Sharon!

[disneydani]

Great wrap-up...I am glad you enjoyed your weekend get-away....I predict more of those for you, in the future!
Can't wait for the next TR to begin!

danielle

[piratefreak]

Great wrap-up. So glad there is another hysterical Princess Sharon trip report on the horizon.

[B.M.]

Sounds like a great weekend! Thanks for sharing your trip and I can't wait to hear about the next one!

[Eeyoresmom]

What a great little get-away! Those little ones aren't so bad when you have another one coming up so soon! See you in June! (I'll be the one saying "I'll have the FB she's having")

[doccoc2002]

Sounds like a good time. I agree I don't think you could go to Disney for a teaser like that unless you were going again really soon. Can't wait to hear about the CLT trip!

[JaimeandChad]

Good job!! Great trip!!