Alright guys. I finished my rough sketch of park/dining on my day off from work today and I am stoked. So here's the plan: it's my mom and I. I'm 16 and this will be my...fourth time visiting the world.
I'm flying in on February 6 and departing on February 18, although we haven't booked our flight or resort yet. We're staying at Port Orleans French Quarter for the entire trip. I will be spending 2 full days visiting USO/IOA when I'm in the area, towards the beginning of the trip. We're renting a car for the entire trip so we have easy access to get to resorts to eat. Wo
Truly, planning isn't necessary for a February trip, because the crowd calendar is at one of it's lowest points of the year. But I'm a planner, so I'm doing it anyways. There are a few spots I'm still deciding between (you'll notice the slashes, that means I'm still deciding), so if you havea suggestion, please... say it! Other suggestions and comments also welcome. Let's get this thing on the road.
Day 1 - Thursday, February 6, 2014
This is the day that we'll fly in, hopefully in the morning. The plan is to pick up our car or whatever we have to do to get that, go to our resort, drop our stuff off, and rush to Epcot, maybe get a quick swim in there somewhere, too. I'll have a reservation for Biergarten. We'll get done with that, and just wonder around Epcot, then find a spot for Illuminations, which also should be a lot easier in February.
Day 2 - Friday, February 7, 2014
I'm knocking out Animal Kingdom first. I've only been once, when Everest wasn't complete, so hopefully I'll catch a ride or two on that thing. I'll be there all day, but we will be leaving for a late lunch at Boma, which I'm very, very excited for.
Day 3 - Saturday, February 8, 2014
I'm splitting this day up because we have park hoppers. Morning will be rope drop at MK, then possibly a break before heading over to Hollywood Studios where we'll be eating at Sci-Fi Dine-In. Also hoping to catch an early lunch at Pecos Bill's.
Day 4 - Sunday, February 9, 2014
A day dedicated to Universal. I haven't done much research, so that's all I have to say about it.
Day 5 - Monday, February 10, 2014
My aunt and two year-old cousin will be visiting from St. Pete on this day. We'll be in Magic Kingdom all day long. We're going to catch the Pooh characters at Crystal Palace and certainly watch the fireworks show.
Day 6 - Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Islands of Adventure, all day long.
Day 7 - Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Future World at Epcot and do everything that they have to offer there, including Soarin' more than once. Deciding between Via Napoli/Tutto Gusto on this day, although I don't believe you can make an ADR at Tutto Gusto. Lunch will be at Sunshine Seasons in Future World.
Day 8 - Thursday, February 13, 2014
Epcot World Showcase will be in store for us. Hoping to catch lunch at Les Chefs de France, which fits well since I was also considering Paris for my senior trip. For the rest of the day, we'll just be snacking around the world, as usual.
Day 9 - Friday, February 14, 2014 - Valentine's Day
Crowd calendar isn't too bad yet, approx. around 6's. We'll go to Hollywood Studios all day. I'm deciding between 50's Primetime and Hollywood Brown Derby for dinner, a decision that will likely be made by my mom, because I can't choose. I've hear great things about both.
Day 10 - Saturday, February 15, 2014 - President's Day Weekend
Surprisingly, Saturday isn't too bad either. Magic Kingdom has a 4.5/10 on the Crowd Calendar, which is where I'll be visiting. We'll do some touring before rope drop, then go to Ohana for a 10:30 breakfast. The rest of the day is sort of being left open.
Day 11 - Sunday, February 16, 2014 - President's Day Weekend
Now the crowd calendar is ridiculous. 9.0+ everywhere. I'm leaving this day open, but I'll likely end up at Disney Hollywood Studios, but who knows. I'm planning on leaving the park early for California Grill.
Day 12 - Monday, February 17, 2014 - President's Day
Our last full day in Disney, and another ridiculous day on the rowd calendar. Another day I'm leaving open for park choice, but late in the day we will be in Magic Kingdom. I'll be grabbing ADRs at Be Our Guest and then booking the Firework's dessert party for our last night. These will be the first two reservations I make, and they will be right on the 180-day mark. No risks taken.
Day 13 - Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Not really planning on anything. If flight is in afternoon, may hit up DTD and go to Raglan Road, as I've heard some good things.
List of Snacks I MUST get..but I need you guy's help finding more
Carrot Cake Cookie (Writer's Stop)
Dole Whip
School Bread
Waffle Sandwich
Magic Cookie Bar (Port Orleans Riverside)
Beignets (POFQ)
Gelato Cookie Sandwich
CUPCAKES BECAUSE I'VE NEVER HAD ONE AT WDW EVER. (Where do I go? What kind do I get? Ahhhhh sooo many).
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So that about does it for now. I'd like to hear any comments or suggestions (ESPECIALLY SUGGESTIONS) down below. This is my first time and I feel like I've leaving some stuff out. I still have some time before 180 days, so still plenty of time to adjust. I'm outrageously excited. Until the trip I'll be living through all of you! Thanks in advance for suggestions, and sorry I just took an hour of your day if you read all of this.
omnia mea mecum porto.
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