Beckers

1 hour ago, PGHFiend said:

Saw them yesterday at HS. Thought they were going pretty fast! Lots of vents and a really cool system that let's them keep moving while there are 4 or 5 stacked for loading. I'm excited to ride them as well. I'm also excited for the first story of people to getting caught having special relations in them. 

😂😂😂

19 minutes ago, Travisma said:

This must not be a true Disney function.

$49 you get a gift and 3 drinks!

Inconceivable!

😂 

Let’s be real, the annoying this is only 22 of the 300 cars have character pictures on them. Lord help the person stuck behind the social media bozos who have to wait for a character car.

https://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/os-bz-gondolas-disney-sneak-preview-20190416-story.html

13 hours ago, h2odivers...Ray said:

 Great suggestion.

That’s one of our favorite spots at DS.  I like to sit outside and watch the amphicars splash into the lake. 

That was the best suggestion you ever gave us.

These are pretty nifty looking 

Oh I love the flower pot mug!!!!

3 hours ago, DaveInTN said:

Don't worry.  I'm bringing it to Defeated Creek and setting it up in the lake.  

I heard Delsa is going to come out of it when it opens.

38 minutes ago, Katman1356...Jason said:

There has been a lot of speculation about this on both coasts with Disney not divulging, until now apparently for DL, what they would do. Kind of a bummer. There are a bunch of MC's going to be there at WDW opening day and we were considering it. Hopefully the same will not hold true for WDW. 

What’s an MC?

I love the Christmas party, the toy soldiers are my favorite.

10 hours ago, Duane said:

I wonder if they pulled contractors off of this attraction to work on the Star Wars stuff?  Funny how they can essentially complete a whole new section of a park and take so long on one ride... But, Star Wars is not open yet either...

I was thinking the same. Let’s be real no one is booking a trip just for this ride. Star Wars? Yes. Mickey rail road thingy? No.

My mom got one during the first few days. It was really cool.

https://www.flickr.com/gp/147887171@N08/78302x

ive been reading the comments on Instagram there is only 1 person who does it, he doesn’t work Wednesday and he takes a break from 2:30-3:30. The line has been between 1-2 hours and is usually closed early because it’s so long!

My mom got one during the first few days. It was really cool.

ive been reading the comments on Instagram there is only 1 person who does it, he doesn’t work Wednesday and he takes a break from 2:30-3:30. The line has been between 1-2 hours and is usually closed early because it’s so long!

We really like listening to her! That’s great you got to see her at sea World!

I’d pay for this way sooner than considering the bbq

All star music 7/4/19- $169.12 (cheapest room). That leaves $376, not enough for park tickets for my family but you could do a character breakfast (roughly $175 for us with tip), and still have $200 left for food, which I think if you were careful could make that last 2 days. Especially if you brought your own water/juice/soda.

You could enjoy the resort/swim/activities for 2 days, go see the fireworks for free, go to chip and dale campfire, etc. not to mention I think they normally have characters at resorts in 7/4.

Let’s see it would cost my family $546. I’m going to make a list of what I could do for that much. Hang on while I look

6 minutes ago, DaveInTN said:

But tax and gratuity is included!  It would only cost me $1,192 to take my family.  

😂 what a deal! And I’m sorry but bbq can’t be inside. 

In!

How long until the start a reusable ice pack swap like the fuel rods 😂

36 minutes ago, Travisma said:

Thanks Jason.

Wonder how far away from the entrances to the parks will the smoking area be located.  I'd hate to see the plazas just before security or ticketing become covered in a haze of smoke.

That’s what I’m wondering. 

I wonder what the dimensions are in the giant Cinderella coach strollers are? If they are too big that company is done. 

56 minutes ago, dvccamper said:

Definitely plan a year in advance, especially if you plan on staying in any of the National Parks. We had to book exactly a year in advance to reserve a tent cabin on the Yosemite Valley floor.

Also if you may be renting a car with a different drop off location we found the earlier the better, and look for a company with no drop off fee. We reserved a Ford Expedition pick up in LA, drop off in SF, we paid around $700 for 12 days. As the months went on that price climbed to over $2000! 

 

All good info, especially the car rental!! Thank you!!

7 hours ago, PghBob said:

We have spent a number of days in Cal. the past few summers, both via air and also our own vehicle.  When we flew into LAX, we rented a car.  The prices for the car were very reasonable, likely because of the high volume of customers.  That is, if you return the car to LAX.  The cost may be, and probably will be more if you return it to San. Fran.

If looking for a place to stay in Anaheim, give some thought to staying at the Candy Cane Inn.  The name sounds kinda goofy, but we took a chance on it many years ago, and have stayed there every time since when we are in the area.  This place sits right on Harbor Blvd. and is an easy 10 minute walk to the park entrance.  They also offer free shuttle service to and from the park if you wish.  Like many hotels in the area, they offer a "free" breakfast which is quite nice. We have never had bad interactions with any of the staff.  If interested, book early as they also get a lot of business from the Anaheim Convention Center.  They are a "Disney Good Neighbor" Hotel, so you can also get tickets there.  They provide a discount for AAA members.

Would strongly suggest you consider a trip to Sequoia/Kings Canyon NP which is several hours away.  It is gorgeous.  Consider staying at the John Muir Lodge in Sequoia.  When in the area of this small lodge, there is a very narrow side road that you can drive up to a parking lot, then hike for five-ten minutes to reach a summit which provides a jaw-dropping, beautiful view of the Sierras.  Some likely will be snow capped.  If going to this park, take some cold weather gear with you.  When we went there a few years ago, it snowed (in June) and part of the park was closed.  The trees are huge and are something to see.

From there, it is only a few hours drive to Yosemite.  Also a place of great beauty.  If you are going there, try to avoid the weekends as many people from the bay area go there for short periods of R & R.  

From there, you can drive virtually due west to the bay area in a few hours.  SF has several expressways, all busy all the time.

Finally, if you have the time, consider driving south from SF, to Monterey, next door Carmel, the 17 mile drive (fee) around Pebble Beach, and continue south on the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), California 1.  The views are fantastic, especially around sunset.  Continue on to San Simeon to see the Hearst Castle (fee for tours), elephant seal beach, and other small towns.  Near Thousand Oaks, you might consider a stop at the Reagan Library in San Simeon.  Eventually, the southern drive will take you back to LAX.  

I think it would be a push to complete everything I have listed above in 10 days.  But, hopefully, there are some ideas for you and the family to think about.  Have fun.

This is all great info, thanks!! Especially about the snow/winter gear and stuff. Living in south jersey elevation is not something I think about, I think the highest point in South Jersey is like 145 and is a look out tower on top of a land fill 😂

lots of info on here to look up and think about, which is why I knew we needed to plan this one a year in advance. 

On 3/17/2019 at 6:03 PM, dblr....Rennie said:

In my younger days ( Yes Beckers a long time ago ) me and some buddies went out for a formula one car race, spent 2 days at the races, one afternoon in Knotts Berry Farm, a day at the San Diego Zoo, did not see it all, crossed into Tijuana Mexico, visited the Crystal Cathedral and then drove up to San Francisco ( 2 Days there ) and did Fisherman Wharf, Alcatraz, Lombard St. crossed the Golden Gate Bridge then drove back to fly out of LAX. Whew I am tired just typing all that, if we didn't fly the red eye flights both ways we would have never been able to even trying that much.

Good grief that’s a lot 😂 such a party animal you were in your younger days.