Faith, Trust and Pixie Dust.....
Are you searching for a remarkable vacation? Disney is the superior choice! I have just returned from a Seminar at Sea and would love to share some of my juicy details... This was my first time experiencing any of the Disney Products. I started my journey alone for the first day. When I arrived at Orlando International Airport I began to feel a bit overwhelmed. Where was I supposed to get my luggage? Do I have all of my documents for the magical express? Is it to early to check into my Disney Resort? Once I trekked down the escalator and saw the Disney Cast member standing there I suddenly remembered that Disney has already taken care of my worries. My luggage had already been gathered and was on it's way to my room. They guided me to the magical express counter where I gave them my name and they directed me to a large air conditioned bus. When I got on the bus classic Disney cartoons were playing! My worried were completely gone and all I could think about was the adventure ahead of me. I had the opportunity to stay at three Disney Resorts during my stay. First, Disney's All-Star Music Resort. The property was HUGE! Three swimming pools, a huge cafeteria and many buildings full of guest rooms. The rooms were very clean but a bit noisy. When I woke up in the morning Disney's complimentary resort shuttles were directly outside my room waiting to take me to meet my group. I met my group at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. You must stay here!!! I had a Giraffe standing by the window in my room. My room was large with a queen bed and a set of bunk beds. I was pleasantly surprised that Disney offers H20 Spa products at all of there resorts. My hair has never been happier! My over all experience of this safari resort was magnificent! As we were leaving for Port Canaveral all of the characters from Hannah Montana were waiting for there shuttle as well. I turned to the other side of me and the Jonas Brothers were standing there! All of these celebrities were getting the exact same service as this small town Montana Gal. I felt like a million bucks!
When we arrived at Port Canaveral we got a VIP tour of the ship. Even the lowest category state room was incredible! As always, my bags beat me to my room. My room had a navigator's balcony. It was huge! The bathroom couldn't have been more perfect, the shower was in a separate room than the toilet and sink so my roommate and I had ample time to get ready. We immediately went to the top deck for the disembarkment party. The environment was unlike anything I have ever seen before! Initially I was a bit worried about all of the children on the ship. Each time I glanced at one of the many big screen TVs or looked down at the stage the adults were having just as much fun as the kids! Dad's were dancing onstage to YMCA...and they were enjoying themselves! After we disembarked we ate lunch...YUMMY! Later that evening we went to the Golden Mickey's. This musical won best musical at sea! I can't tell you about the show, it was so amazing you will have to see it for yourself! We then went to Animators Palate. There was magic happening all around me! The room was black and white but by the end of the show...yes, there is a show at dinner the room was radiant with beautiful colors! P.S. I had the best steak ever! After all of my activities I was exhausted and went to my room. I slept with the patio door open. I slept like a baby listening to the waves of the ocean. Little did I know, when I woke up I would be experiencing more magic and excitement than the previous day! It started with our seminar. I learned so much about all of the Disney Products I knew I could go back to the office and be an expert! For Dinner we had the same waiter, Lloyd. Again, during dinner we were surprised with more magic! When I finished my delicious three course meal I decided to go Karaoke. I have a terrible singing voice but karaoke is one of my favorite things to do!
When we arrived at Port Canaveral we got a VIP tour of the ship. Even the lowest category state room was incredible! As always, my bags beat me to my room. My room had a navigator's balcony. It was huge! The bathroom couldn't have been more perfect, the shower was in a separate room than the toilet and sink so my roommate and I had ample time to get ready. We immediately went to the top deck for the disembarkment party. The environment was unlike anything I have ever seen before! Initially I was a bit worried about all of the children on the ship. Each time I glanced at one of the many big screen TVs or looked down at the stage the adults were having just as much fun as the kids! Dad's were dancing onstage to YMCA...and they were enjoying themselves! After we disembarked we ate lunch...YUMMY! Later that evening we went to the Golden Mickey's. This musical won best musical at sea! I can't tell you about the show, it was so amazing you will have to see it for yourself! We then went to Animators Palate. There was magic happening all around me! The room was black and white but by the end of the show...yes, there is a show at dinner the room was radiant with beautiful colors! P.S. I had the best steak ever! After all of my activities I was exhausted and went to my room. I slept with the patio door open. I slept like a baby listening to the waves of the ocean. Little did I know, when I woke up I would be experiencing more magic and excitement than the previous day! It started with our seminar. I learned so much about all of the Disney Products I knew I could go back to the office and be an expert! For Dinner we had the same waiter, Lloyd. Again, during dinner we were surprised with more magic! When I finished my delicious three course meal I decided to go Karaoke. I have a terrible singing voice but karaoke is one of my favorite things to do!
My trainer Mario and I decided we were going to sing a duet. We ended up singing Summer Nights from Grease and A whole New World from Aladin. It was a riot! We were dressed quite fashionably in Pirate clothing for the pirates in the Caribbean party. After the big party I had to go to bed and wait for tomorrow's festivities! I woke up to a rainy day. Normally I would have stayed in maybe watched a movie. I was not going to let a little rain spoil my day at Castaway Cay! After eating lunch and heading over to Serenity Bay (the adult section of the island) the sun was shining!!! Much to my surprise I didn't have to wrestle anyone for a lounge chair there were plenty! I managed to find myself a hammock! The water was so transparent I had to go for a swim! The water was unbelievable! I have never been to an island so well kept! No liter, no gross bugs or wild animals. When it was time to get back on the ship I had managed to find many sea shells, a conch and use a whole bottle of sunblock (I tend to over do it a little). I rushed to get ready for dinner, after such a great day out in the sun I was hungry! 
Tritans was the restaurant we were eating at. Lloyd greeted us as usual. A great thing about having the same server is they know your likes and dislikes. Lloyd called me peanut butter because I always ordered a peanut butter dessert. Simple things like that make you feel valued. I had such a phenomenal time singing karaoke the previous night that I joined the same club for western night. We were all given cowboy hats and dance lessons from the dancers in the musicals! I survived the lessons and won best dancer! My prize was a delicious bottle of champagne! The night somehow was over but before I could go to sleep I put my luggage outside my door. Cast members take your luggage off the ship to make your final disembarkment much easier. When I woke up I just walked right off the ship. My luggage was waiting for me. The line was very short to get through customs and I was back on the magical express. This time I went to Disney's All-Star Pop Century Resort. This value property was much better than All-star Music quieter, fresher smelling and less packed with people. I had my own personal Disney guide for the remainder of the day! Staci is another travel agent from Connecticut who practically lives at Disney. I only had one day to visit all of the parks. Normally this is impossible! Staci made some serious magic happen! I went on all of the important rides and had the opportunity to watch the light parade. After the light parade I was spent! I could not go to bed though because my flight left at 6:00am. This means the magical express left my resort at 3:00am.... The plane ride home was an excellent opportunity to reflect what a magical trip I had. I had taken the best cruise, conquered Disney World in one day and made some unforgettable friends!
