The last part of our spring break didn't provide much relaxation. In fact, it was quite the opposite. It didn't lack on fun, or memories made, but it was a different kind of vacation than the beach. After the relaxation of the beach, we headed eastward to Orlando to see Mickey Mouse and all his friends! Disney here we come!
We spent three days at Disney - visiting Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios.
Day 1 - Hollywood Studios
First on Quinn's list, eating a Mickey Mouse ice cream treat...check!
Also on the list, trade pins until the cows come home. Check.
Visit the new Toy Story Land....check.
The new Toy Story Land was very cool, and very kid like. We didn't ride the rollercoaster, as the lines were extremely long. But Sullivan and I did ride the Alien Twirl ride.
And of course we rode Toy Story Mania (a couple of times)...
Quinn also wanted her picture taken by a palm tree, but all of them were way too tall.
This is the best we could do...check.
We also took in a lot of great shows at Hollywood Studios as well...
Day 2 - Magic Kingdom
We always enjoy the scenery and rides at Magic Kingdom. Apparently I must have really lived in the moment this trip around because I don't feel like I have a ton of pictures from Magic Kingdom.
We of course did A LOT of great pin trading, but managed to also ride lots of great rides. One of our favorite rides is the People Mover... always a great way to see the crowds and sights throughout Magic Kingdom.
We also rode Big Thunder Mountain and 7 Dwarfs Mine Train roller coasters. Anyone that knows me, knows that rollercoasters are not my thing. I put my fears aside to ride those for the family, and really enjoyed them in the end. Here is my fearful smile before Big Thunder...
The coolest part of riding 7 Dwarfs Mine Train is that we rode it last in the evening, and as we were riding it, fireworks were going off at the castle. It was the coolest thing to experience.
The girls and Ryan also rode Space Mountain rollercoaster, which is a rollercoaster that is run in complete darkness. The girls really didn't want to do it, but Ryan bribed them into going so he had someone to ride with. There was no talking me into this rollercoaster!
After Space Mountain, Ryan made good on his promise. He bought both the girls some pins as a thank you for trying something new and riding the rollercoaster with him...
Some other highlights from rides...
Got to love that picture of Quinn... we obviously rode Buzz Lightyear ride enough for Quinn to know where the camera was going to be that takes your picture! That picture cracks me up!
Day #3 - Epcot
Well, I must have lived in the moment at Epcot as well. If I thought I didn't have a lot of pictures at Magic Kingdom, I have far less at Epcot. That said, we rode lots of amazing rides, like Soarin' (several times!), and the Golfball (as Sullivan calls it).
The girls continued their pin journey - trading all sorts of pins with cast mates...
We also traveled around the countries at Epcot, where the girls completed passports at each country. It was a great way to keep them engaged and occupied...!
Quinn and Sullivan picked up the Eiffel Tower...
And Sullivan held up the Epcot ball in her hands... how heavy that must have been! Ha!
All in all, we had an amazing time at Disney. Fun memories are always made there, and this year was no exception. It was fun to see the girls having a great time trading pins, taking in the scenery, enjoying some amazing food, and riding the best rides. As much as we LOVE Disney, this will be the last trip for awhile. Off to other great adventures and places to see.
Until next time...!
