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Earning My Ears
- Joined
- Jun 25, 2004
Why
Living in Australia it is hard to visit Disney more than once every two years, so when we do, we do it big time.
Cast of Characters
Scott - myself, a self proclaimed Disney fanatic (some would say I suffer from OCD - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder). I first experienced WDW circa 1974. Family trip, I was 11, we stayed in the Contemporary resort. I didnt return until almost 25 years later. I helped my parents move from Pennsylvania to Tampa, and as a thank you, they bought me an annual pass to WDW (bribery so that I would visit often!) Working in the hospitality industry, I was fascinated not only by the parks, but the resorts and the way Disney does hospitality. I was hooked!
Several trips and a few Disney cruises later, I moved to Sydney, Australia. A little harder to get my Disney fix but the Dis Unplugged Podcast has helped with that.
My trips are no longer the frequent short getaways I had while living in NYC, they are now much more extravagant and immersive (but alas only about every 2 years.) To do it right, I bought into DVC, Bay Lake Tower.
Five years ago Ness entered my life and 4 years ago we were married (not legally, but hopefully same-sex marriage is coming to Australia soon!)
Guess where we spent our honeymoon? NYC / WDW / RCCL Cruise (Allure of the Seas)
Ness not as obsessed as I am, but a big kid at heart. Loves Disney, especially Winnie the Pooh. First time at Disney was for his birthday, the year before we were married when we were back in the states for my fathers funeral in Tampa. Needed a break so went to Disney for his birthday. Ness was now hooked as well.
Second anniversary, returned to WDW, but this time adding a stop at Aulani in Hawaii, and a Disney cruise (Disney Fantasy). Loved it so much we bought in at Aulani DVC as well. Now that is our usual stop on the way to the US.
This years trip
Now that you know a brief history of our obsession with Disney, on to our plans for this years trip.
Itinerary
- Hawaii
- NYC
- Florida
- California
- Hawaii
Yes, with travel time it is over 5 weeks. I love the Aussie vacation time.
I plan on doing a LIVE trip report, with plenty of pictures. This post is to set the scene, and in the weeks to come I will post planning details on each leg of the journey.
If anyone has any suggestions, please let me know. I need some ideas on things to go and see in Hawaii (we will have a car) and if there are any other hints or tips, please share.
Living in Australia it is hard to visit Disney more than once every two years, so when we do, we do it big time.
Cast of Characters
Scott - myself, a self proclaimed Disney fanatic (some would say I suffer from OCD - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder). I first experienced WDW circa 1974. Family trip, I was 11, we stayed in the Contemporary resort. I didnt return until almost 25 years later. I helped my parents move from Pennsylvania to Tampa, and as a thank you, they bought me an annual pass to WDW (bribery so that I would visit often!) Working in the hospitality industry, I was fascinated not only by the parks, but the resorts and the way Disney does hospitality. I was hooked!
Several trips and a few Disney cruises later, I moved to Sydney, Australia. A little harder to get my Disney fix but the Dis Unplugged Podcast has helped with that.
My trips are no longer the frequent short getaways I had while living in NYC, they are now much more extravagant and immersive (but alas only about every 2 years.) To do it right, I bought into DVC, Bay Lake Tower.
Five years ago Ness entered my life and 4 years ago we were married (not legally, but hopefully same-sex marriage is coming to Australia soon!)
Guess where we spent our honeymoon? NYC / WDW / RCCL Cruise (Allure of the Seas)
Ness not as obsessed as I am, but a big kid at heart. Loves Disney, especially Winnie the Pooh. First time at Disney was for his birthday, the year before we were married when we were back in the states for my fathers funeral in Tampa. Needed a break so went to Disney for his birthday. Ness was now hooked as well.
Second anniversary, returned to WDW, but this time adding a stop at Aulani in Hawaii, and a Disney cruise (Disney Fantasy). Loved it so much we bought in at Aulani DVC as well. Now that is our usual stop on the way to the US.
This years trip
Now that you know a brief history of our obsession with Disney, on to our plans for this years trip.
Itinerary
- Hawaii
o Disneys Aulani Resort
5 days
Bringing a good friend with us
o 4 days before and 2 days after cruise
o Disneys Aladdin on Broadway
o Christmas with my sister
- Cruise Bahamaso Quantum of the Seas
7 days
o Disneys Bay Lake Tower
5 Days
o Loews Royal Pacific Hotel
2 days
Have to see Harry Potter (sorry Disney)
o Disneys Grand Californian Resort
3 days
o Disneys Aulani Resort
2 days
Yes, with travel time it is over 5 weeks. I love the Aussie vacation time.
I plan on doing a LIVE trip report, with plenty of pictures. This post is to set the scene, and in the weeks to come I will post planning details on each leg of the journey.
If anyone has any suggestions, please let me know. I need some ideas on things to go and see in Hawaii (we will have a car) and if there are any other hints or tips, please share.
