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  1. heidijanesmith

    Have you ever accidentally run into a celebrity at WDW?

    I have not seen any at Disney, but saw a famous rock star at Universal Hard Rock Hotel. We would see Dee Snider from Twisted Sister at the pool every August (they always rented a cabana). I waved and said hi walking by, they were polite.
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    Rookie public RIP tour question

    Love it!! They get you hooked on the RIP and you can not go back. We need the breaks, as DH and I are 51 and 58. Last year we stopped at the Jimmy Falon ride for a break, we did not have it this year. Glad you had a great tour!
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    Hard Rock questions

    1- HRH is the closest to the parks. I think we made it to the studio's in about 5min, over to IOA in about 8min or less. I love the walking path, it's so nice to not have to wait for a boat or bus. 2-I am not sure about the deluxe room sleeping surfaces. We like to request a room close to an...
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    Hotel Help

    My kids loved HRH pool when they were younger. We really enjoy the vibe and did not find it too loud at all. I really like the walk to and from the parks and City Walk. It's beautiful and quick! The rooms at PB are much nicer and larger, especially the bathroom, it's huge. For us the resort...
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    Rookie public RIP tour question

    Tell us about your RIP tour :)
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    Rookie public RIP tour question

    The RIP tour is so worth it! We book one every year, can not go with out it now. They have us all hooked! The tours can vary, we went pretty quickly this year. We started at 7:30 and ended at midnight. They do take you through the scare zones quickly, not much time to spend looking around. We...
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    Rookie public RIP tour question

    We love the RIP tour and go ever year. The check in does change from year to year, so this is what this years was like. 1-Check in at the front by Guest Relations, there was a big sign this year. Check in early, so you can enjoy your time in the park and there is always a line. They will give...
  8. heidijanesmith

    Official 2023 Halloween Horror Nights 32 (Orlando)

    I agree!! 1-Over selling Express passes and RIP tours. 2-Crowd levels were higher than I have ever seen for Sept. We went Sept 13-19th. Sat the 16th was the most crowded, I have never seen HHN so packed. I was very claustrophobic and left, never had to do that before. 3-Food. Totally agree...
  9. heidijanesmith

    First All Universal/HHN Trip

    Great trip report! We also love HHN, spent 5 nights this year. We always do a non-private RIP tour and then just explore to our hearts content. Go on rides, see our favorite houses and just enjoy the atmosphere. We spent so much time in Diagon Alley this year, the Death Eaters were spectacular!
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    Sapphire Falls Towers

    We loved our room location in Guest House 3, 2nd floor. Our elevator was perfect for transportation, little walked out the door and there is the boat.
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    sapphire falls or lowes portofino

    We stayed at PB x1 and agree with the above poster's info. The only thing that I would add is that PB vibe is very chill. We went in July after Harry Potter Hogsmeade opened and the entire lagoon area was empty. It felt like we were alone in the hotel. We love more of a fun vibe, Hard Rock is...
  12. heidijanesmith

    Sapphire Falls

    We had great boat service at SF, so I would take a boat to City Walk and then walk to HRH. It's a super quick walk to HRH from City Walk.
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    HO-HO-HO..We`ll put the RUM in Pa-Rum-Pum-Pum-Pum! 16 holiday nights at SF & RPR. A Nov/Dec 2023 Trip Report

    Hi Carole! We just got back from a week's stay at SF and it was great! I missed the fact that you were not coming back for HHN this year, so I kept my eyes out looking for you :) I loved the Carole's punch drink, delicious! We have not been going to HHN as long as you have, but I understand...
  14. heidijanesmith

    SAPPHIRE FALLS thread........

    Just got back from a great week at the Sapphire! Pros: 1-Gorgeous spaces. Lobby, outside, pool and all public areas. This is a gorgeous hotel 2-Pool. Plenty of shaded spots, great Cabana's, comfy chairs, great ledge around the pool area to sit 3-Strong Water Tavern. Great food and yummy drinks...
  15. heidijanesmith

    HHN 2023 is it worth it?

    I do not like horror movies, but I love Halloween. This is a great event, and in my opinion it's worth it. We go x5 nights to really spread it out and enjoy our selves. We do the VIP tour one night and get the Express Passes for one night and then spend the rest of the time going to our favorite...
  16. heidijanesmith

    Halloween Horror Nights for whimps

    I do not particularly enjoy horror movies, but I do love Halloween! The theming, food and entertainment at US at top notch, better than any other Theme Park Halloween event I have been too and better than most local events. I do not get scared in the scare zones, I might have a pop up scare...
  17. heidijanesmith

    Finally booked: Beachcomber shack at Typhoon Lagoon!

    We rent a cabana every year, weather it is just the two adults or if we are bringing the whole gang. It is always worth it to us. I need shade available at all times. We have tried going early and getting a shady spot, but the sun moves and the shade does not stay all day :) We love the locker...
  18. heidijanesmith

    Just returned from Disneyland trip, happy to try to answer any questions.

    DD and I are going for her work trip Feb 12-15. We have never been to DisneyLand, but are WDW vets. DD will have 1 full day and 1/2 day. I will have 2 full days and 1/2 day. Should we purchase Genie +? We used it everyday at WDW in Sept (pretty slow time). We are most interested in the rides...
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    What are some restaurants you keep returning to?

    Sci-Fi!! It's a must for us each trip. I stick to what they are good at, burgers & shakes..........yum!
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