"I"
Iago (Aladdin) - This parrot was loud and kind of obnoxious but really funny.
It's A Small World - I don't believe this could possibly be anyone's favorite ride, but it is a Disney World icon. It has to be on the list.
IllumiNations - During our last trip, Mike & I both got sick on the day of our arrival. That was the night we had our reserved spot to view the fireworks at EPCOT. Hopefully some eight and a half years later I will finally get to see IllumiNations. Ash & Dakota got to see them and from their descriptions it will be worth the wait.
Italy Pavilion - As I have said before I am really looking forward to visiting the World Showcase.
Imagineers - I love that this is what Disney calls the engineers that create all the fun stuff we get to do while we are there. It's just a cool name.
Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular - OK ,I have to admit I have a crush on Indy. One of my FAVORITE movies ever Raiders of the Lost Ark. Just because it's based on this character it has to be on this list, period.
It's Tough to be a Bug! - Based on A Bug's Life, we saw this last time we were at Disney. I love the extras with the wind in your face and the 3-D effects and you can feel the bug get you in the back of your seat. And it's inside the Tree of Life, you can't go wrong with that.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Reasons I Love Disney World A-Z..."H"
"H"
Hollywood Studios - One of the "Big Four Parks" you know you're there when you see Sorcerer Mickey's hat. The absolute must sees are Rockin Roller Coaster, Toy Story Mania & Tower of Terror.
Hamm (Toy Story) - This cute little pink piggy bank from the Toy Story movies knows everything or at least thinks he does. Don't we all know somebody like that??
Hercules - This movie came out the year Dakota was born, 1997. Hercules is the son of Zeus and Hera, you all know about his amazing strength. Hades is his brother and nemesis, it is not my favorite Disney movie, but it is a good movie nonetheless.
Happy (Snow White) - "Heigh-Ho, Heigh-Ho it's of to work we go..." another of Snow White's dwarfs.
Haunted Mansion - Not nearly as scary as it sounds, I love this ride. The special effects are great, the cobwebs and dust are perfect and the hitchhiker you pickup along the way is great. I can't wait to visit the mansion again on this trip.
Hidden Mickey's - It's so much fun to look for these all over Disney World isn't it! Just google it and you will find tons of hints and info to get you started.
Hundred Acre Wood - Where else would you find Pooh, Tigger and all their friends? I would be a really magical and fun place to live wouldn't it?
Hollywood Studios - One of the "Big Four Parks" you know you're there when you see Sorcerer Mickey's hat. The absolute must sees are Rockin Roller Coaster, Toy Story Mania & Tower of Terror.
Hamm (Toy Story) - This cute little pink piggy bank from the Toy Story movies knows everything or at least thinks he does. Don't we all know somebody like that??
Hercules - This movie came out the year Dakota was born, 1997. Hercules is the son of Zeus and Hera, you all know about his amazing strength. Hades is his brother and nemesis, it is not my favorite Disney movie, but it is a good movie nonetheless.
Happy (Snow White) - "Heigh-Ho, Heigh-Ho it's of to work we go..." another of Snow White's dwarfs.
Haunted Mansion - Not nearly as scary as it sounds, I love this ride. The special effects are great, the cobwebs and dust are perfect and the hitchhiker you pickup along the way is great. I can't wait to visit the mansion again on this trip.
Hidden Mickey's - It's so much fun to look for these all over Disney World isn't it! Just google it and you will find tons of hints and info to get you started.
Hundred Acre Wood - Where else would you find Pooh, Tigger and all their friends? I would be a really magical and fun place to live wouldn't it?
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Reasons I Love Disney A-Z..."G"
"G"
Grand Floridian Resort & Spa - "Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is a Victorian-style Disney Deluxe Resort distinguished as the flagship hotel of Walt Disney World Resort and offering world-class dining, entertainment and luxurious accommodations in its 6 striking red-gabled buildings. This magnificent hotel sits along the white-sand shores of Seven Seas Lagoon." This is a quote from the Disney website so I suppose I couldn't have said it better myself.
Grand Floridian Cafe - I have to be totally honest and tell you the main reason I want to eat here is to have the dessert sampler which includes Tiramisu, Chocolate-Hazelnut Mousse Cake, Key Lime Tart & Lemon Cheesecake. Does that not sound absolutely delicious!!
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop - Hello, the name of the shop says it all. Thank you.
Goofy - "Gawrsh" you gotta love this member of the "Fab Five." Dakota was only 5 when we went to Disney World last time but his most vivid memory is of Goofy sneaking up behind me to "bite" my head half off at breakfast one morning. He stills laughs about that today.
Grimsby (The Little Mermaid)- Bet you forgot about Grimsby, Eric's manservant from The Little Mermaid didn't you? He is on the deck of the ship turning green about to give Eric a statue of himself as a birthday present when the storm comes along that eventually brings Ariel and Eric together.
Genie (Aladdin) - Arguably the true star of the movie Aladdin, I don't think Disney could have chosen a better actor than Robin Williams to voice this character. He was so funny, you watched to see what he was going to do next as much as you did to see what was going to happen with Aladdin and Jasmine.
Grumpy - I referenced Grumpy in an earlier post about the dwarfs from Snow White, but can't leave him out here.
Geppetto (Pinocchio) - There's nothing Geppetto wants more than a real little boy, but he sure never expects the Blue Fairy grant his wish and turn Pinocchio into a real boy.
Gopher (Winnie the Pooh) - It's so much fun to listen to Gopher whistle when he talks wearing his construction hat complete with a light in front. You've got to love those creatures in the Hundred Acre Wood.
Grand Floridian Resort & Spa - "Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is a Victorian-style Disney Deluxe Resort distinguished as the flagship hotel of Walt Disney World Resort and offering world-class dining, entertainment and luxurious accommodations in its 6 striking red-gabled buildings. This magnificent hotel sits along the white-sand shores of Seven Seas Lagoon." This is a quote from the Disney website so I suppose I couldn't have said it better myself.
Grand Floridian Cafe - I have to be totally honest and tell you the main reason I want to eat here is to have the dessert sampler which includes Tiramisu, Chocolate-Hazelnut Mousse Cake, Key Lime Tart & Lemon Cheesecake. Does that not sound absolutely delicious!!
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop - Hello, the name of the shop says it all. Thank you.
Goofy - "Gawrsh" you gotta love this member of the "Fab Five." Dakota was only 5 when we went to Disney World last time but his most vivid memory is of Goofy sneaking up behind me to "bite" my head half off at breakfast one morning. He stills laughs about that today.
Grimsby (The Little Mermaid)- Bet you forgot about Grimsby, Eric's manservant from The Little Mermaid didn't you? He is on the deck of the ship turning green about to give Eric a statue of himself as a birthday present when the storm comes along that eventually brings Ariel and Eric together.
Genie (Aladdin) - Arguably the true star of the movie Aladdin, I don't think Disney could have chosen a better actor than Robin Williams to voice this character. He was so funny, you watched to see what he was going to do next as much as you did to see what was going to happen with Aladdin and Jasmine.
Grumpy - I referenced Grumpy in an earlier post about the dwarfs from Snow White, but can't leave him out here.
Geppetto (Pinocchio) - There's nothing Geppetto wants more than a real little boy, but he sure never expects the Blue Fairy grant his wish and turn Pinocchio into a real boy.
Gopher (Winnie the Pooh) - It's so much fun to listen to Gopher whistle when he talks wearing his construction hat complete with a light in front. You've got to love those creatures in the Hundred Acre Wood.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Reasons I Love Disney A-Z..."F"
"F"
Fab Five (5) - Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, Pluto
Flora & Fauna (Sleeping Beauty)- The fairies loved Aurora so and took such good care of her growing up. I have mentioned before that this is my favorite Disney movie. I can see them there in the cottage in the forest trying to bake her a birthday cake without using magic and you know what a disaster that turned out to be.
Flounder - I love this little yellow and blue fish, he is such a faithful friend to Ariel. The Little Mermaid is such a wonderful movie. I hope Lexi loves it as much as Ash did when she was a little girl. I have to mention Flotsam here as well, that evil electric eel of Ursula.
Fantasmic - This laser light and water show has been amazing audiences at Disney World's Hollywood Studio's since 1998. I am looking forward to watching Sorcerer Mickey fight the Disney Villains.
France Pavilion - I know I have mentioned this before, but this will be my first visit to the World showcase. I can't wait to visit Paris and see the Eiffel Tower and visit the bakery!!
Finding Nemo - One of my favorite Pixar movies. I love Dori, Crush, Marlin, all the guys from the fish tank. The pelicans from the dock "Mine, Mine, Mine!" Such a cute movie!
Fairy Godmother (Cinderella)- I suppose there would be no story at all without her would there? She puts the magic in Cinderella's story.
Flame Tree Barbeque - Despite the fact that this is a quick service restaurant I have heard wonderful things. I am going to have to give it a try during our visit to the Animal Kingdom.
Fulton's Crab House - Downtown Disney is quickly becoming my favorite place to choose restaurants from. We can't eat there every night but I wish we could. Fulton's flies fresh seafood in everyday, how cool is that! It's even housed in a riverboat replica docked right on the water. Maybe I should make just one more ADR???
Fab Five (5) - Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, Pluto
Flora & Fauna (Sleeping Beauty)- The fairies loved Aurora so and took such good care of her growing up. I have mentioned before that this is my favorite Disney movie. I can see them there in the cottage in the forest trying to bake her a birthday cake without using magic and you know what a disaster that turned out to be.
Flounder - I love this little yellow and blue fish, he is such a faithful friend to Ariel. The Little Mermaid is such a wonderful movie. I hope Lexi loves it as much as Ash did when she was a little girl. I have to mention Flotsam here as well, that evil electric eel of Ursula.
Fantasmic - This laser light and water show has been amazing audiences at Disney World's Hollywood Studio's since 1998. I am looking forward to watching Sorcerer Mickey fight the Disney Villains.
France Pavilion - I know I have mentioned this before, but this will be my first visit to the World showcase. I can't wait to visit Paris and see the Eiffel Tower and visit the bakery!!
Finding Nemo - One of my favorite Pixar movies. I love Dori, Crush, Marlin, all the guys from the fish tank. The pelicans from the dock "Mine, Mine, Mine!" Such a cute movie!
Fairy Godmother (Cinderella)- I suppose there would be no story at all without her would there? She puts the magic in Cinderella's story.
Flame Tree Barbeque - Despite the fact that this is a quick service restaurant I have heard wonderful things. I am going to have to give it a try during our visit to the Animal Kingdom.
Fulton's Crab House - Downtown Disney is quickly becoming my favorite place to choose restaurants from. We can't eat there every night but I wish we could. Fulton's flies fresh seafood in everyday, how cool is that! It's even housed in a riverboat replica docked right on the water. Maybe I should make just one more ADR???
Friday, February 25, 2011
Reasons I Love Disney A-Z..."E"
"E"
EPCOT - Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, a utopian city of the future planned by Walt Disney near the end of his lifetime. It is a tribute to him that the park is still a favorite of many people today. I am really looking forward to visiting the World Showcase, this will be our first time.
Expedition Everest - According to the Disney Website "Expedition Everest in the Asia area of Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park is a high-altitude, high-speed, roller coaster train ride for big kids, teens and adults to the "Roof of the World," home of the inhospitable snarling beast, the Yeti, at the mountain's peak." So I am still trying to decide if I am ready to be a "big kid" yet or not. I will let you know...
Ed (The Lion King) - The hyenas from the Lion King were great weren't they! Banzai, Shenzi & Ed in case you were wondering. I loved this movie, I haven't seen it in such a long time. I think it's time to bring it out again. Hakuna Matata!
Elastigirl & Edna (The Incredibles) - As much as she wanted to deny it you know Helen missed being Elastigirl. You remember Edna, she makes the suits for the Incredible Family. She was awesome darling, her character played a small role but it was very memorable.
Eeoyre - You just have to love gloomy little donkey Eeoyre, the Hundred Acre Wood would not be complete without him would it?
Earl of Sandwich - I have heard wonderful things about this restaurant in Downtown Disney. I am finally going to get to try it firsthand.
Extra Magic Hours - Getting to go into one of the parks an hour early or stay up to three hours late because you're staying at a Disney Resort, one of my favorite perks!!
EPCOT - Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, a utopian city of the future planned by Walt Disney near the end of his lifetime. It is a tribute to him that the park is still a favorite of many people today. I am really looking forward to visiting the World Showcase, this will be our first time.
Expedition Everest - According to the Disney Website "Expedition Everest in the Asia area of Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park is a high-altitude, high-speed, roller coaster train ride for big kids, teens and adults to the "Roof of the World," home of the inhospitable snarling beast, the Yeti, at the mountain's peak." So I am still trying to decide if I am ready to be a "big kid" yet or not. I will let you know...
Ed (The Lion King) - The hyenas from the Lion King were great weren't they! Banzai, Shenzi & Ed in case you were wondering. I loved this movie, I haven't seen it in such a long time. I think it's time to bring it out again. Hakuna Matata!
Elastigirl & Edna (The Incredibles) - As much as she wanted to deny it you know Helen missed being Elastigirl. You remember Edna, she makes the suits for the Incredible Family. She was awesome darling, her character played a small role but it was very memorable.
Eeoyre - You just have to love gloomy little donkey Eeoyre, the Hundred Acre Wood would not be complete without him would it?
Earl of Sandwich - I have heard wonderful things about this restaurant in Downtown Disney. I am finally going to get to try it firsthand.
Extra Magic Hours - Getting to go into one of the parks an hour early or stay up to three hours late because you're staying at a Disney Resort, one of my favorite perks!!
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Reasons I Love Disney A-Z..."D"
"D"
Disney World - It really is such a magical place. Don't you just love going there and becoming a kid again, and taking your kids and watching the pure joy in their eyes. I can't wait for my vacation, come on July!!
Donald & Daisy Duck - Two of the original cast of characters that are true Disney Icons. You have to love Donald, even though his temper flairs from time to time he really has a heart of gold.
Dumbo - the movie is a Disney classic and the ride is one of the first we took Dakota on at the Magic Kingdom.
Disney Blogs - I love reading them, whether it's about the parks or movies or the man, I love keeping up with what's happening now or learning about the history of Disney.
Dinosaur - I can hardly wait to visit the Dino Institute and climb aboard the CTX Time Rover...it's gonna be a bumpy ride!!
Downtown Disney - Cirque du Soleil, DisneyQuest, House of Blues, Planet Hollywood, Tren-D, Disney's Days of Christmas, Goofy's Candy Company, World of Disney, I don't think I need to say anymore.
Disney's Days of Christmas - This store has to have a spot of it's own. My tree is decorated in Disney ornaments each year. I bet there will be lots of new ones for 2011.
Dory - She really was one of the reasons I loved Finding Nemo, as scatter brained as she was she helped keep Marlin on track until he found Nemo.
Dash - The older son from The Incredibles, I love how they are a regular family except for the fact that they have super powers.
Dopey - I make the confession I have never actually seen Snow White, but I think he's so cute. Which means now I should mention Doc, Sleepy, Sneezy, Bashful, Grumpy & Happy.
Dreams - Disney is just a place that make you believe all your dreams can really come true.
Disney Channel - When Dakota was little we watched it for hours, especially on weekend mornings. Bear in the Big Blue House, P B & J Otter, Stanley & the Great Big Book of Everything (Dakota loved animals). I don't even know if these shows are on anymore, probably not.
Disney Couture - I really like this jewelry line from Disney. It's trendy, and not aimed at kids. I even bought Ashley the Cinderella set for her wedding.
Disney World - It really is such a magical place. Don't you just love going there and becoming a kid again, and taking your kids and watching the pure joy in their eyes. I can't wait for my vacation, come on July!!
Donald & Daisy Duck - Two of the original cast of characters that are true Disney Icons. You have to love Donald, even though his temper flairs from time to time he really has a heart of gold.
Dumbo - the movie is a Disney classic and the ride is one of the first we took Dakota on at the Magic Kingdom.
Disney Blogs - I love reading them, whether it's about the parks or movies or the man, I love keeping up with what's happening now or learning about the history of Disney.
Dinosaur - I can hardly wait to visit the Dino Institute and climb aboard the CTX Time Rover...it's gonna be a bumpy ride!!
Downtown Disney - Cirque du Soleil, DisneyQuest, House of Blues, Planet Hollywood, Tren-D, Disney's Days of Christmas, Goofy's Candy Company, World of Disney, I don't think I need to say anymore.
Disney's Days of Christmas - This store has to have a spot of it's own. My tree is decorated in Disney ornaments each year. I bet there will be lots of new ones for 2011.
Dory - She really was one of the reasons I loved Finding Nemo, as scatter brained as she was she helped keep Marlin on track until he found Nemo.
Dash - The older son from The Incredibles, I love how they are a regular family except for the fact that they have super powers.
Dopey - I make the confession I have never actually seen Snow White, but I think he's so cute. Which means now I should mention Doc, Sleepy, Sneezy, Bashful, Grumpy & Happy.
Dreams - Disney is just a place that make you believe all your dreams can really come true.
Disney Channel - When Dakota was little we watched it for hours, especially on weekend mornings. Bear in the Big Blue House, P B & J Otter, Stanley & the Great Big Book of Everything (Dakota loved animals). I don't even know if these shows are on anymore, probably not.
Disney Couture - I really like this jewelry line from Disney. It's trendy, and not aimed at kids. I even bought Ashley the Cinderella set for her wedding.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Reasons I Love Disney A-Z..."C"
"C"
Cinderella - I have to start with Cinderella because she is Ashley's favorite princess. And I do love the movie too, it is truly a Disney Classic.
Cinderella's Castle - This is the definition of a Disney Icon isn't it. I get chills looking at it as I walk down Main Street, there isn't anything else like it anywhere. Once you see it you know you're there, it really does make Disney "The Most Magical Place On Earth" all by itself, doesn't it?
Cape May Cafe - I am really looking forward to having breakfast here during our stay at the Yacht Club. It really is convenient to have a character breakfast at your resort!!
Characters - From Mickey & Minnie to Rapunzel & Flynn there is some kind of character for everyone to love at Disney. They are half the reason we go and a huge part of the magic.
Captain Hook - I love Peter Pan!! And the Crocodile who had his hand for dinner, who knew Hook would taste so good? We love to ride Peter Pan's Flight, can't wait to ride it again.
Captain Jack Sparrow - I cannot wait to ride the Pirates of the Caribbean! We didn't ride this back in 2003 and I am so glad. I can't imagine this attraction without Jack and his crew. I love these movies and well Johnny Depp, enough said.
Chip Potts & Cogsworth (Beauty and the Beast) - How cute is little Chip as a little stow away helping save the day! And Cogsworth is so noble.
Christopher Robin - Who doesn't love Pooh and all the characters from the Hundred Acre Wood? And none of them would be possible without Christopher Robin.
Coral Reef Restaurant - We are so excited about finally getting to eat here. We had reservations last trip but our traveling companions decided they didn't want to try it so we canceled. I definitely have to have a Chocolate Wave for dessert!!
Cinderella - I have to start with Cinderella because she is Ashley's favorite princess. And I do love the movie too, it is truly a Disney Classic.
Cinderella's Castle - This is the definition of a Disney Icon isn't it. I get chills looking at it as I walk down Main Street, there isn't anything else like it anywhere. Once you see it you know you're there, it really does make Disney "The Most Magical Place On Earth" all by itself, doesn't it?
Cape May Cafe - I am really looking forward to having breakfast here during our stay at the Yacht Club. It really is convenient to have a character breakfast at your resort!!
Characters - From Mickey & Minnie to Rapunzel & Flynn there is some kind of character for everyone to love at Disney. They are half the reason we go and a huge part of the magic.
Captain Hook - I love Peter Pan!! And the Crocodile who had his hand for dinner, who knew Hook would taste so good? We love to ride Peter Pan's Flight, can't wait to ride it again.
Captain Jack Sparrow - I cannot wait to ride the Pirates of the Caribbean! We didn't ride this back in 2003 and I am so glad. I can't imagine this attraction without Jack and his crew. I love these movies and well Johnny Depp, enough said.
Chip Potts & Cogsworth (Beauty and the Beast) - How cute is little Chip as a little stow away helping save the day! And Cogsworth is so noble.
Christopher Robin - Who doesn't love Pooh and all the characters from the Hundred Acre Wood? And none of them would be possible without Christopher Robin.
Coral Reef Restaurant - We are so excited about finally getting to eat here. We had reservations last trip but our traveling companions decided they didn't want to try it so we canceled. I definitely have to have a Chocolate Wave for dessert!!
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