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Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Jun 23, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 718
Posted By adreamisawish
As others have said, I'd use scooterbug for the...

As others have said, I'd use scooterbug for the convenience of not having to be there to receive it/give it back.

They're very easy to use and majority of disney queues accommodate them. They'll...
Forum: Intro's and Welcomes 5 Jun 23, 01:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 805
Posted By adreamisawish
back again!

No trip since 2019!

Had major leg reconstruction since then (almost lost my leg) and now finally in a place where I think I can manage a holiday!

My sisters family have had their trip booked...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Jun 23, 01:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,149
Posted By adreamisawish
Ahhh yes I see your point. We're also a party...

Ahhh yes I see your point. We're also a party liable to split up at times so might not work as desired.

Not worth the faff. We'll just buy some new ones!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Jun 23, 12:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,149
Posted By adreamisawish
On the subject of old bands still working for...

On the subject of old bands still working for tapping things, but not for receiving photos that automatically link to your band.

Would it therefore be wise for a family of 5 to bring 4 existing...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 3 May 20, 10:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,810
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile I was first off the plane at MCO and, with my...

I was first off the plane at MCO and, with my crutch, powered as quickly as I can to stay at the front of the pack of people behind cos I wasn’t keen on waiting in a long line and I didn’t want to...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 3 May 20, 08:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,397
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile I didn’t have a DAS on my last trip as mine is a...

I didn’t have a DAS on my last trip as mine is a physical impairment so I need to use a scooter.

Wasn’t an EMH night but similar in that it was a MNSSHP night so, again, no FP’s. Really wanted to...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Jan 20, 01:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Just a word of caution that all parks will have a...

Just a word of caution that all parks will have a breaking point capacity in which even resort guests aren’t allowed in.

Looks like NYE May have only hit a phase two closure, which is where only...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Jan 20, 01:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,539
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile A lot will be emotional support or therapy dogs...

A lot will be emotional support or therapy dogs which are becoming more common. Others may be on hand for people with epilepsy and other such conditions as they’re trained to detect when things are...
Forum: Itineraries 30 Dec 19, 01:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,862
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile I’d maybe say Rope Drop a park. I’ve tended to...

I’d maybe say Rope Drop a park. I’ve tended to that and then park hop throughout the day. These tend to be the days where I end up seeing new things, because my favourite things are too busy to do. I...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 30 Dec 19, 01:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,545
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile FOP is worth queueing stand by for. I don’t...

FOP is worth queueing stand by for.

I don’t say that about many rides.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 29 Dec 19, 01:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 458
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile If you’re happy to sacrifice part of the view,...

If you’re happy to sacrifice part of the view, you’ll be able to see different parts of the parade in the seating available at Caseys Corner and the outdoor seating by the Plaza.
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 28 Dec 19, 08:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,664
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile You can set the ECV at a snail pace speed and...

You can set the ECV at a snail pace speed and gradually build up as your mother gets more used to her settings.

I was also able to use and steer the ECV competently using one arm, if a concern of...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 28 Dec 19, 01:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,012
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Went in September with the aim to cheat the...

Went in September with the aim to cheat the system at Studios and have early morning ‘throwaway’ FPs and not use them. Turned up in time to use my 3rd FP which would be Tier 1. The idea being that...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 27 Dec 19, 12:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile I can’t talk about CP in regards to being a...

I can’t talk about CP in regards to being a veggie.

However I went there for the first time in September and, like you, paid out of pocket.

The food is like the buffet food you’d get at 1900...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 Sep 19, 02:09 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,105
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Due to fly back on the 29th. Hopefully to...

Due to fly back on the 29th.

Hopefully to Manchester.

We’ll see.

Pretty much sums this holiday up. Chest infections, sun stroke, vomiting... the works.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 12 Sep 19, 09:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,593
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile It’s absolutely correct that using a fast pass...

It’s absolutely correct that using a fast pass for a show is a wasted fast pass.

So waste it.

Book that for first thing in the morning. If you don’t see the show it’s fine - and once the third...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 12 Sep 19, 09:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 717
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile All sorted. Emailed them and they said to just...

All sorted. Emailed them and they said to just put their zip code in and put my real postal code in the comments on the booking
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 11 Sep 19, 04:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 717
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Renting an ECV

I’ve caved and I’m renting an ECV for the trip. Ideally didn’t wanna pay $300 but I also don’t wanna ruin the trip by not being able to handle the long park days.

I’ve gone for one of the Disney...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Sep 19, 09:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 413
Posted By adreamisawish
In short, yes you have to use what’s initially...

In short, yes you have to use what’s initially allotted to you first. But there are ways to get round the system if you wanna get rid of the ‘naff’ FP’s as soon as possible leaving room to pick...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 9 Sep 19, 08:16 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 19,405
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile When I was a CM I got yelled at by a Brit who was...

When I was a CM I got yelled at by a Brit who was quite obviously over 21 - probs nearer 30, but he was angry that we wouldn’t serve him alcohol as he didn’t have two forms of ID. Particularly angry...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 8 Sep 19, 01:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,069
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile I think Universal parks are the weakest for food...

I think Universal parks are the weakest for food - and that may be because Citywalk is so good and varied outside.

I’ve not tried the Simpson’s quick service places but heard good things mind and...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Sep 19, 12:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,942
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile I’ll wear them for pictures. Can’t wear them...

I’ll wear them for pictures.

Can’t wear them all day. They irritate my head.

Love how they look though
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Sep 19, 08:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,103
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Queues with stairs

Following on from my crutch thread the other day I’ve had another thought.

I know I’m not entitled to DAS - and I’m fine with queuing and standing in line. What I have a problem with is stairs. I...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 6 Sep 19, 08:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 588
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile I’m definitely gonna try for the first day and...

I’m definitely gonna try for the first day and use that as a barometer for what I can manage.

It’s just me and my friend so we’ve got no kids which means we can take the whole holiday at our own...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 6 Sep 19, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 588
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Booked airport assistance - thanks for the tip. ...

Booked airport assistance - thanks for the tip.

I’m not quite steady on my legs enough for a walking stick. A full elbow crutch gives me more support!
Forum: Accommodation 6 Sep 19, 08:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 942
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Completely depends on what you’re after from your...

Completely depends on what you’re after from your resort.

I stay at all star cos my budget is limited and I prefer other things at Disney to staying at a ‘nice Disney resort’ - so I’ll always...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Sep 19, 07:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 588
Posted By adreamisawish
Crutch

Some of you will be aware that I broke my leg fairly badly back in November. With all the hope in the world that I’d be doing star jumps by the time the holiday came around... it’s just not happened...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 3 Sep 19, 07:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,769
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile There’s no real rhyme or reason to planning your...

There’s no real rhyme or reason to planning your days on a Disney holiday.

Personally I stay on property and I like to park hop. So generally I’ll go to a park in the morning that has extra magic...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 2 Sep 19, 07:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,547
Posted By adreamisawish
American hospitality combined with Disney’s...

American hospitality combined with Disney’s attention to detail, story, nostalgia and immersion.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 1 Sep 19, 12:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 364
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile I’d fast pass R&RC The queue is slower as...

I’d fast pass R&RC

The queue is slower as the ride has a slower through-put of people per hour. The queue can be quite dull and the outdoor section, whilst shaded and fans are around... it still...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 26 Aug 19, 07:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,346
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile It’s more of a launch tower than a drop tower. ...

It’s more of a launch tower than a drop tower.

It launches you to the top at a high speed, then there’s a free fall drop about half the length of the tower. Then it’s gently rises you up and down...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 26 Aug 19, 02:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 401
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Irritates me that Once Upon a Time is after...

Irritates me that Once Upon a Time is after Happily Ever After.

Makes no sense in terms of ‘story telling.

Makes no sense as HEA should be the finale of the Park day.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 26 Aug 19, 01:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,427
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Sounds about right. We’ve got three days...

Sounds about right.

We’ve got three days planned but we’re not doing Volcano Bay.

So one day Universal, one day IOA and then one day to do our favourites/what we didn’t wanna queue for the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 26 Aug 19, 10:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 610
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile I second the above. Tower of Terror now has...

I second the above.

Tower of Terror now has all lifts in operation and, even if the queue is 60-90 minutes it’s incredibly immersive, and mostly in the shade or indoors. The mist effect in the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 26 Aug 19, 08:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,421
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile If you want quick service lunch/dinner then...

If you want quick service lunch/dinner then Restaurantosauras has recently introduced build your own burgers and sundaes. Meant to be fairly good and not your typical Disney theme park burger.

The...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 25 Aug 19, 09:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,685
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Magic Kingdom is always the first park we visit...

Magic Kingdom is always the first park we visit and probably the one we spend the most time in, just cos it’s got the most attractions.

It’s never the favourite though.

Favourites change...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 24 Aug 19, 08:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 645
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Depends on your child. Happily Ever After...

Depends on your child.

Happily Ever After can be very crowded and usually involves staking out a spot to watch for up to an hour before the show starts. The show is absolutely stunning and...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 23 Aug 19, 02:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,584
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile It could go either way. But I wouldn’t...

It could go either way.

But I wouldn’t measure galaxys edge against the opening of any other land.

Star Wars is the biggest fandom - but the sheer size of the crowds expected to come will be...
Forum: General Chat 23 Aug 19, 12:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 421
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile Waterproof jacket

I’m going in less than a month and know that September, similar to August, is one of the wetter months with those midday heavy showers. Obviously they can only last half an hour but this isn’t always...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Aug 19, 11:35 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,280
Posted By adreamisawish
Mobile 30 mins for most things. I’ll extend to 60...

30 mins for most things.

I’ll extend to 60 for:
Any of the Harry Potter rides
Tower of Terror
FOP

I’ll probs extend my limit to no more than two hours for the new Star Wars as I know my...
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