(Saturday, September 20, 2014)
And we’re off!
After spending Friday night with great friends Hannah and I were ready to head to Disney! I’d booked this trip when we were there in August of 2013 thus securing us a Free Dining Package! We love Disney and when we don’t have to pay for food it’s even better. It’s a HUGE savings to us!!
After a quick repacking of the suitcases spreading out all of the things that we had needed our last night it was almost time to go. Note the half empty suitcases. Over the years I have been able to pare down what we bring and also with Hannah being 5 now it means much less ‘stuff!’ Even since last year I realized we no longer needed pull-ups for night-time, a bottle, a receiving blanket and more. Our last holdout to babyhood at Disney is the stroller and I’m sure this will not be our last trip with that considering we walk an average of 8-12 miles a day and Hannah still crashes in it when she gets tired.
Hannah and Ben were happy see one another but their time together was far too short! I love the friendship these two share!
I had acquired Nexus passes for Hannah and I and they were wonderful! We cruised across a bridge dedicated to Nexus cardholders and went through customs in moments. We were quickly on our way and things were just as smooth at the airport. No longer do I need to take my belt off, the computer or DVD player don’t come out of the carry-on suitcase nor does my CPAP machine and I get to leave my shoes on. What a treat!! When Hannah was a baby my top number of grey bins at the airport was 7!! This trip – one! Woot!
Our flights took us from Buffalo via Chicago to Orlando. Not the most direct route but the one that was the best price so that’s what we did! Hannah is such an amazing traveller that I don’t concern myself with stopovers. Our motto is ‘getting there is all part of the vacation adventure!’
This is our ‘Ahhhhh! We’re going to Disney!’ pic.
Upon landing we took our customary picture at the Orlando airport.
Since it was 8:30 in the evening before we got to our room there was time for a swim and then supper before heading to bed. Pasta from the Art of Animation resort is one of our favourites!
Hannah and I love, love, love Disney as all of you know! This trip is going to be extra special as my brother Dave and his wife Trish and their kiddos Makenna and Kallen will be here! Our great friends B&P with their 2 kids are too as well as another friend with her hubby and daughter. We’ll do some things with just the 2 of us and at other times we’ll be in various groups. Can’t wait!! Trish and I have dreamed of this day I think since the girls were born and this day is finally here!! We’re at Disney!!!
I thought you were skipping Disney World this year. I'm glad you're not. I love seeing Disney through your blog lol. Are you there for the week?
ReplyDeleteI love your adventurous spirit! Have a great time!
ReplyDeleteYAY! you made it :) We were waiting for an update. Don't forget to have Hannah say 'hi' to Mickey from Owen and Noey's Grandma (guess Grayson doesn't count?) lol Now what did you do day 2 or 3??? can't wait to find out!
ReplyDeleteHope you have a great time! Can't wait to see the pics!
ReplyDeleteBecky
Have a great time, friends. Can't wait to hear all about your adventures. Say "hi" to the princesses, especially Ariel, for Charlotte.
ReplyDeleteAh yes, our suitcases are lighter & there are less of them these days! And like you, we still plan on using our stroller! I've heard you at least need a stroller at Disney till your child is 8! We will be using ours till it's wheels fall off! Ha!
ReplyDeleteFor some reason I thought you had signed up for another cruise. Have fun and hope it is not too hot or humid.
ReplyDeleteYou girls have this traveling thing down! So impressive! Can't wait to read all about your Disney adventure!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! Maybe we bump into each other. We have a couple of days off this week and we'll be taking the 30 minute car ride to WDW. :-)
ReplyDeleteHaven't decided if we are staying on property.
Have a magical time :-)
Michaela
I cannot believe you did NOT hit a Park your first night there!!! LOL!!! Isn't the world of NEXUS WONDERFUL!!!
ReplyDeleteWe keep seeing you where ever we go! Too embarrassed to come say hello. Random blog reader from Scotland :)
ReplyDeleteOh Fee, if you see us, please come say 'Hi!!' It happens almost once a Disney trip and it's always exciting to meet those who are reading the blog!! We're heading to Magic Kingdom today so if you see us please say 'hi', it would be wonderful to meet you!!
DeleteSo Luck yto be on another trip to Disney!
ReplyDeleteI have a question about travelling with your CPAP. I just recently started using one and will be travelling to Europe with it in a few weeks. Does Security give you a problem normally? (I dont have a nexus pass unfortunately) DO they make you take teh machine out of the carry case etc? Do they let you bring Distilled water for it? Or do you have to put that in your checked bag? Thanks so much!
Hi Lisa. Your CPAP will be life changing in the very best way! A little tough to get used to but so worth it in the end! I have flown often with mine. Most often I've been asked to take out the motor portion and they swab it. The distiller water has to go in your checked luggage but I always carry the machine itself with me. Hope this helps!
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