Trip Report My Magical Christmas

So we've been back for about 2 weeks now, and for the first time ever there has been no PDD( post Disney depression) on my end(more on that later tho)! We had an amazing Christmas at Disney and I couldn't have left happier! Alright...here we gooo!

Friday, December 22nd...2 days before our trip..Brook had off from school, so we got up early to start our day and try to get everything done that needed doing. First and foremost was getting our nails done. We got to the salon at 9:20 am, only to see that they didn't open until 10...we decided to wait because I knew they would be busy and we wouldn't be back that way until after lunch time when we would be on our way home. I'm glad we waited because by the time we left there were lines out the door.I opted for a Christmas theme and Brook went with her usual Disney theme. She took this a day or 2 after we arrived...so cute!
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After the nail salon we finished up at Target, 5 below and the Dollar Store. We got home around 3 pm and I was exhausted! There was still laundry to be done and alllll of our packing. We also still had to drop the dog at the kennel. Needless to say, there was no packing done that night. I had good intentions...

Saturday, December 23rd...The day before departure...

We celebrated Christmas at my mom's that day, but unfortunately Kevin had to work and couldn't make it. We had a nice day there eating and opening presents, but I was eager to get home and start packing. Kevin ended up working all day and didn't get home until around 4-5 pm. I headed home around the same time, but Brook opted to stay at my moms for a while longer. I was ok with it, but told her to be in my 9 that night to pack. She was home on time and by the time she started to pack, Kevin and I were 90% done. We all showered and got to bed early, as the alarm was set for 3:35 am the next day!
 

21stamps

Well-Known Member
It's my own fault...the last 2 times there was no interaction...but Brook was excited to try it again. OMG...I totally forgot about this until you mentioned it now! Brook asked for ketchup and the waitress said something like....''Do u want me to call for it or do u just want a bottle?'' Brook opted for just a bottle..

The hopping that day was dumb...I had never arrived that early before so that kind of threw me off....but it was fine in the end! I forgot to add that we got a room text while in line for TSMM...right before noon.
Maybe send an email and suggest that a card is provided at WCC. Flip up if you want silliness.. down if you don’t.
 

21stamps

Well-Known Member
I was under the impression that if you didn't want silliness, you didn't go to WC though. You cannot advertise that Disney is a fun place for adults too if you only cater to kids in a dynamic experience like WC.

I agree. I wonder if some people don’t like it and have complained in the past. I feel like I’ve read that here.: that a few don’t like the silliness at their table, but like the food and to watch others being humiliated.lol

Maybe that’s why the server asked about the ketchup instead of just yelling. Not sure, but it stinks. I agree it’s the main reason to eat there. Definitely was our reason.
 

Courtney6682

Well-Known Member
Original Poster
December 25th...CHRISTMAS DAY!!!

We were up by 735 that morning, on the bus and at the MK by 8:20! The park was empty!! We stopped for a few photo pass pics in front of the castle and one of the pics the photographer took is mow my favorite pic of my daughter!!! I think she looks SOOO PRETTY HERE!!:inlove: Even with the hair in her face lol..
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After a few pics we stopped for a popcorn to share at the cart right before entering Tomorrowland. We had sometime to kill before our first FP of the day so we hopped on the People Mover which was a walk-on. Next, was CoP which also had no wait. Afterwards it was time for our Space FP and once that was over we decided we all needed more snacks. Auntie Gravity's was juuuuust opening and we were first in line. Kevin joked that he was going to get a Powerade float...bleechhh!!! Thankfully he decided on a caramel sundae. Brook and I both got root beer floats, but for some reason I didn't really care for mine. Kevin had no problem downing it, so I opted for another snack! Hey, it's vacation, right?! I tried my first ever Cheshire Cat tail...which I freakin loveddddd!! Kevin liked it and of course Brook didn't. Are we all total opposites or what?! lol. Kevin grabbed a coffee along with my tail so we all sat over by the teacups and had our snacks. Our FP for Splash Mtn was nearing so we headed over that way. On the way we saw that HoP had no wait so we had to go in lol. Thankfully everyone was respectful during our packed show. So if you're counting, that's 3 rides/attractions we did standby with less than a 10 min wait. And one with FP. Since we waited til the end of our Splash FP when we got off we were able to walk right over to Big Thunder, but it was down. We recieved an anytime FP and chose to use it on the HM.
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The photo pass lady at HM was so funny! She told us to show a lil leg if we really wanted to catch a ride:joyfull:




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While walking to LTT for lunch I got this notification. Yikes! Kevin had never been to Liberty Tree, and Brook was excited for him to check out her fave restaurant on Earth. We checked in and waited about 20 mins to be seated. Lunch was delish!! We attacked everything except the mac n cheese which was watery. Everything else was sooo good and Kevin said he would def return. After lunch we decided to head out and take a rest at the resort. This is where we noticed how crazy the crowds were! We were all so glad that we arrived early. I can honestly say that this was THE BEST CHRISTMAS OF MY ENTIRE LIFE! We had an amazing day and I'm so glad I got to experience Christmas at the MK!
 

DryerLintFan

Premium Member
December 25th...CHRISTMAS DAY!!!

We were up by 735 that morning, on the bus and at the MK by 8:20! The park was empty!! We stopped for a few photo pass pics in front of the castle and one of the pics the photographer took is mow my favorite pic of my daughter!!! I think she looks SOOO PRETTY HERE!!:inlove: Even with the hair in her face lol..
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After a few pics we stopped for a popcorn to share at the cart right before entering Tomorrowland. We had sometime to kill before our first FP of the day so we hopped on the People Mover which was a walk-on. Next, was CoP which also had no wait. Afterwards it was time for our Space FP and once that was over we decided we all needed more snacks. Auntie Gravity's was juuuuust opening and we were first in line. Kevin joked that he was going to get a Powerade float...bleechhh!!! Thankfully he decided on a caramel sundae. Brook and I both got root beer floats, but for some reason I didn't really care for mine. Kevin had no problem downing it, so I opted for another snack! Hey, it's vacation, right?! I tried my first ever Cheshire Cat tail...which I freakin loveddddd!! Kevin liked it and of course Brook didn't. Are we all total opposites or what?! lol. Kevin grabbed a coffee along with my tail so we all sat over by the teacups and had our snacks. Our FP for Splash Mtn was nearing so we headed over that way. On the way we saw that HoP had no wait so we had to go in lol. Thankfully everyone was respectful during our packed show. So if you're counting, that's 3 rides/attractions we did standby with less than a 10 min wait. And one with FP. Since we waited til the end of our Splash FP when we got off we were able to walk right over to Big Thunder, but it was down. We recieved an anytime FP and chose to use it on the HM.
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The photo pass lady at HM was so funny! She told us to show a lil leg if we really wanted to catch a ride:joyfull:




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While walking to LTT for lunch I got this notification. Yikes! Kevin had never been to Liberty Tree, and Brook was excited for him to check out her fave restaurant on Earth. We checked in and waited about 20 mins to be seated. Lunch was delish!! We attacked everything except the mac n cheese which was watery. Everything else was sooo good and Kevin said he would def return. After lunch we decided to head out and take a rest at the resort. This is where we noticed how crazy the crowds were! We were all so glad that we arrived early. I can honestly say that this was THE BEST CHRISTMAS OF MY ENTIRE LIFE! We had an amazing day and I'm so glad I got to experience Christmas at the MK!


I'm so glad you had the best Christmas ever!! As I was reading this I got more and more concerned for you :hilarious::hilarious: You guys didn't even wake up until after we got to the park!!! But it turned out okay!
 

21stamps

Well-Known Member
December 25th...CHRISTMAS DAY!!!

We were up by 735 that morning, on the bus and at the MK by 8:20! The park was empty!! We stopped for a few photo pass pics in front of the castle and one of the pics the photographer took is mow my favorite pic of my daughter!!! I think she looks SOOO PRETTY HERE!!:inlove: Even with the hair in her face lol..
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After a few pics we stopped for a popcorn to share at the cart right before entering Tomorrowland. We had sometime to kill before our first FP of the day so we hopped on the People Mover which was a walk-on. Next, was CoP which also had no wait. Afterwards it was time for our Space FP and once that was over we decided we all needed more snacks. Auntie Gravity's was juuuuust opening and we were first in line. Kevin joked that he was going to get a Powerade float...bleechhh!!! Thankfully he decided on a caramel sundae. Brook and I both got root beer floats, but for some reason I didn't really care for mine. Kevin had no problem downing it, so I opted for another snack! Hey, it's vacation, right?! I tried my first ever Cheshire Cat tail...which I freakin loveddddd!! Kevin liked it and of course Brook didn't. Are we all total opposites or what?! lol. Kevin grabbed a coffee along with my tail so we all sat over by the teacups and had our snacks. Our FP for Splash Mtn was nearing so we headed over that way. On the way we saw that HoP had no wait so we had to go in lol. Thankfully everyone was respectful during our packed show. So if you're counting, that's 3 rides/attractions we did standby with less than a 10 min wait. And one with FP. Since we waited til the end of our Splash FP when we got off we were able to walk right over to Big Thunder, but it was down. We recieved an anytime FP and chose to use it on the HM.
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The photo pass lady at HM was so funny! She told us to show a lil leg if we really wanted to catch a ride:joyfull:




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While walking to LTT for lunch I got this notification. Yikes! Kevin had never been to Liberty Tree, and Brook was excited for him to check out her fave restaurant on Earth. We checked in and waited about 20 mins to be seated. Lunch was delish!! We attacked everything except the mac n cheese which was watery. Everything else was sooo good and Kevin said he would def return. After lunch we decided to head out and take a rest at the resort. This is where we noticed how crazy the crowds were! We were all so glad that we arrived early. I can honestly say that this was THE BEST CHRISTMAS OF MY ENTIRE LIFE! We had an amazing day and I'm so glad I got to experience Christmas at the MK!

Great photos! Gorgeous pic of Brook!!! You should frame that!

I’m once again super impressed with what you guys accomplished that morning!

What is a Cheshire Cat tail?
 

21stamps

Well-Known Member
Sounds like a great Christmas! Thanks for sharing! I have never tried a Cheshire Cat tail but it's definitely on my list for my trip next month :hungry:


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I can only assume it's chocolate-filled goodness!
Thanks!!! I’m not a big chocolate fan, probably won’t put it on my to-do list. Glad other people enjoy it!
 

amjt660

Well-Known Member
Hi Courtney
Trip sounds great so far
Glad you were able to enjoy Christmas morning before it got too busy
Opening present s the night before was a good call

Max
 


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