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re: Disney World - Observations from my first trip
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:21 pm to Broke
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:21 pm to Broke
yeah, I haven't been around too much so my loss for snoozing.
We're trying to decide on a trip for next February...all depends on if the wife can get Mardi Gras week off. If she can, we're going to go to the world and haggle with the crowds. If not, we may do a cruise in mid February.
We're going to Hawaii in April so trying to keep things cheap early in the year..between hawaii and Green Bay for the Wisconsin game 2016 wants to break my arse
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Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:26 pm to 20MuleTeam
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Thanks for conceding victory to me with your strictly personal attack reply, thanks for trying; and better luck next time. In the meantime, feel free to ask me for some dining recommendations. I would start with Michelin. You need better taste.
... You can't be serious... Pointing out facts that you don't have is me conceding?? Get this man a Letter Jacket !!!!
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:28 pm to Phil A Sheo
My guess he he went to Disney with his family, but probably stayed back at the resort being miserable while his family went to eat at California Grill, Le Cellier and (although I don't believe this part) Victoria & Alberts. He doesn't remember the name because he never went.
You don't spend $600 on dinner for two and not remember the name of the place.
You don't spend $600 on dinner for two and not remember the name of the place.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:33 pm to LSUfan4444
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You don't spend $600 on dinner for two and not remember the name of the place.
no kidding... I've been to all 3 ...all 3 are wonderful ..
Also.. forgot to mention Yachtsman.. Damn good steak there arse well
Next time I go to V&A I really want to do the chefs table experience .. everything is off menu and custom made right there
This post was edited on 3/27/15 at 2:35 pm
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:38 pm to LSUfan4444
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We're trying to decide on a trip for next February..
I think I'll have 99 points then. I don't think I'm going to go this year so we can work something out.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:40 pm to Phil A Sheo
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orgot to mention Yachtsman.. Damn good steak there arse well
yeah, I didn't see him mention Yachtsman
I actually prefer Shula's to Yachtsman in that area, but both are good. I just think Shula's is a better value.
The dining at Swan & Dolphin is really good. We really liked Todd English's BlueZoo and for a quick service Picabu has some really good food.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:43 pm to WG_Dawg
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n one of those stupid buzzfeed-type lists they had something about the staff at disneyworld. Something like they were so highly trained that you could put a piece of gum on the ground and come back in the morning and it'd be gone.
How meticulous is the training, like how long does it last?
This is how any public place should be treated IMO.Sadly not only do people trash it, but we've degraded "lower" employment positions to the point where they take no pride in their work.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:43 pm to Phil A Sheo
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Next time I go to V&A I really want to do the chefs table experience .. everything is off menu and custom made right there
We almost did it last time we went, but since it was our first experience it was recommended for us to start in the main dining room, then try Queen Victoria Room, then finally Chef's Table.
At that price, it may take us 15 years, but the main dining room was excellent. My only "complaint" was there was too much service.
What I mean is, we barely had any time alone to talk. We both got the wine pairing so between the 6 or 7 courses, the 6 or 7 wines, the bread service, the coffee service even three hours wasn't enough for us to really chat. I figured if we got the chef's table that is what it would be like, but wasn't quite expecting that in the dining room.
I know I could have asked for some space but I really wanted to experience all that V&A had to offer and it was truly amazing. Without question, the best meal I have ever had.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:46 pm to LSUfan4444
I've eat at a Shula's before, but not the one there. Agree with you on the value.
As many times as I've been the closet I've been to swan and dolphin is the insane mini golf course
As many times as I've been the closet I've been to swan and dolphin is the insane mini golf course
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:46 pm to tiggerthetooth
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This is how any public place should be treated IMO
Story goes that when they were trying to figure out how far part to put the garbage cans walt disney noted where he stood and started walking while eating a hot dog. When he was done, he told them to measure the distance and that is how far apart they need to be.
Over the years, alot of visions have changed, but his approach hasn't for the most part.
Last september while we were waiting for the festival of Fantasy parade I was sitting on the curb and my daughter saw a Mickey sticker on the ground so she tried to pick it up. Well, it was stuck to the ground. So, she told me we couldn't leave it there and we started to try and pull it off the ground with our fingernails and such.
A CM must have saw us and came up to us and gave us two paper FPs for anything we wanted in Magic Kingdom.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:48 pm to Phil A Sheo
If you have little ones and need a sitter, Swan & Dolphin kid's camp (Camp Dolphin) offers two hours of free childcare with the purchase of two entrees at one of their restaurants so that saves you another $35 or so.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:53 pm to LSUfan4444
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Queen Victoria Room
yes.. been there.. and I know what you mean about the service... It can feel overbearing compared to other dining experiences.
Yeah ..the price with make your eye twitch that's for sure..
This post was edited on 3/27/15 at 3:05 pm
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:55 pm to SmackDaniels
We love Disney World and are going with 5&7 year old grandkids the september.
I like all the parks, but I find Epcot pretty boring.
I like all the parks, but I find Epcot pretty boring.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:55 pm to LSUfan4444
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If you have little ones and need a sitter, Swan & Dolphin kid's camp (Camp Dolphin) offers two hours of free childcare with the purchase of two entrees at one of their restaurants so that saves you another $35 or so.
Damn..Gonna look into that.
That's been the wife and I's problem when going... We have 3 kids with us.. and alone time.. well there hasn't really been any.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 2:57 pm to Pavoloco83
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I like all the parks, but I find Epcot pretty boring.
... But Soarin and Test Track.....Then Margaritas and churros... This post was edited on 3/27/15 at 2:58 pm
Posted on 3/27/15 at 3:03 pm to Phil A Sheo
And now I would like to present a black truffle bread with black truffle butter. This particular bread is earthy, airy, warm and very satisfying. These truffles are harvested in the middle east hand picked by chef himself while he was there on a 9 week scavenger hunt to find the worlds most delectable foods. You will find the same truffles in the butter which is coated ever so lightly in sea salt to give the flavor the perfect mix of salt and sweet to really cleanse the palate. Chef suggests to first try the bread without the butter, then maybe spread a little bit to have a good contrast how of the flavors interact alone, them combined.
Now, if you excuse me I will go and get your wine pairings for the third course of the evening. Our sommelier has chosen two delightful wines for your next course. I truly believe you will both enjoy them very much.
Now, if you excuse me I will go and get your wine pairings for the third course of the evening. Our sommelier has chosen two delightful wines for your next course. I truly believe you will both enjoy them very much.
Posted on 3/27/15 at 3:04 pm to Phil A Sheo
LINK
Camp Dolphin is a fun-filled club exclusively for kids. Located next to the health club on the lower level of the Dolphin, Camp Dolphin provides hours of non-stop fun and excitement for children ages 4 through 12. Age-appropriate, supervised activities will delight your kids while you enjoy a quiet dinner in one of our restaurants or a night out on the town.
Open nightly from 5:30pm to 12:00am, Camp Dolphin offers fully supervised programs, including arts, crafts, movies, board games, video and arcade games, nightly themed activities with cool prizes and souvenirs, a Disney movie and even a special dinner program. Camp Dolphin is staffed by a team of caring counselors. Parents can rest assured that their little ones will be well taken care of in a safe and fun environment.
Reservations are required for Camp Dolphin's evening program. The cost is $10 per hour, per child.
Special Offer:
Dine at Shula’s Steak House, Todd English’s bluezoo or Il Mulino New York Trattoria or treat yourself to a pampering service at Mandara Spa and receive up to two hours of complimentary time at Camp Dolphin. Simply present your receipt as proof of purchase at time of child pickup. (NOTE: One child admitted for each adult entrée purchased. One child admitted for each purchase of a spa treatment of 75 minutes or more.)
Camp Dolphin is a fun-filled club exclusively for kids. Located next to the health club on the lower level of the Dolphin, Camp Dolphin provides hours of non-stop fun and excitement for children ages 4 through 12. Age-appropriate, supervised activities will delight your kids while you enjoy a quiet dinner in one of our restaurants or a night out on the town.
Open nightly from 5:30pm to 12:00am, Camp Dolphin offers fully supervised programs, including arts, crafts, movies, board games, video and arcade games, nightly themed activities with cool prizes and souvenirs, a Disney movie and even a special dinner program. Camp Dolphin is staffed by a team of caring counselors. Parents can rest assured that their little ones will be well taken care of in a safe and fun environment.
Reservations are required for Camp Dolphin's evening program. The cost is $10 per hour, per child.
Special Offer:
Dine at Shula’s Steak House, Todd English’s bluezoo or Il Mulino New York Trattoria or treat yourself to a pampering service at Mandara Spa and receive up to two hours of complimentary time at Camp Dolphin. Simply present your receipt as proof of purchase at time of child pickup. (NOTE: One child admitted for each adult entrée purchased. One child admitted for each purchase of a spa treatment of 75 minutes or more.)
Posted on 3/27/15 at 3:07 pm to Phil A Sheo
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But Soarin and Test Track.....Then Margaritas and churros.
Have you had the Ice Cream Brioche sandwich from Artisian les Glaces in France yet?
shite is awesome!!!
I got the salted caramel ice cream with rasberry sauce as a topping
Posted on 3/27/15 at 3:11 pm to LSUfan4444
...Good lord.. Sounds like you missed your calling.. ...Thanks for that ..... We're going in June and staying at GF and they only offer in-room child care... At least with that they have other kids to play with
Posted on 3/27/15 at 3:16 pm to LSUfan4444
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Have you had the Ice Cream Brioche sandwich from Artisian les Glaces in France yet?
Nope!!! But I know what i'm trying.. Normally I get the chocolate mousse and a glass of champagne .. But I will be trying this..
I normally eat or drink something from each country..
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