Originally Posted By redanjel13 Hello everyone. I am planning to take my 6 year old grandson I have cusody of to Disneyland and Seaworld. We are calling this our memory trip I am terminally ill with lung disease and I want to make this the best possible trip for him and I. we will be driving down there from Wa state would love to know the very best way to give him the awesome dream of us so I can leave a marked memory of us together that is a happy time. I am on limited funds and know this can be a expensive thing but I want to do this for him. My sister is coming with us to help me. any little thing that could help and make this the best possible trip evey I would be greatful for, even if it's a stop on the way down, hoping to make this about a 14 to 20 day trip for us, anything is helpful. I appreciate your time thank you Lisa
Originally Posted By gottaluvdavillains <a href="http://www.disneyphotopass.com/photostore_lobby.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.disneyphotopass.com...bby.aspx</a> I would look into this - they do a nice CD and it would free you up from taking all the pix yourself.
Originally Posted By Tiggirl Lisa, what a great idea to make this trip with your grandson. Will this be his first trip to Disneyland? If so be sure to stop by City Hall and get him a "First time Visitor" button. I'm sure others will chime in with ideas to make this trip full of magical memories! ~Beth
Originally Posted By gottaluvdavillains For Seaworld how about The Dine with Shamu experience - Also he is the perfect age for LegoLand.
Originally Posted By redanjel13 Yes this is his 1st trip, poor little guy has been through so much already. Knows I am sick but not how sick yet, trying to get him through losing his mother and dad before springing this on him. thank you all so much for your help
Originally Posted By TXDISNEYNERD Poor guy. This has made me cry. I can't believe he has had to go thru so much. That is great that you are creating such great memories for him. You will have a wonderful time. When are you thinking about going?
Originally Posted By mater4 You said you are on limited funds so I will give you a tip. Bring your own water and snacks for the parks. I think gottaluv has a great idea with the photopass. I think that just being with your grandson and enjoying your time together is the most important advice I can give.
Originally Posted By DLGrandma We did the same in 1993. Dr. gave my husband 1 1/2 to 2 years to live. We packed the motorhome and spent the summer touring the united state making memories. 15 years later we are still making memories. Every year my husband goes back to the dr. and gets another year. (He is out living all the Dr.s thoughts ). Ok, We would drive down I-5 till I think it was jsut before the calif -oregon border then we would switch over to 101. There are -- or were-- alot of roadside stops -- one was the house of mystery. daughter was about 7 and enjoyed the Mystery House. I also remember a dinosaur area. We saw the red woods. Driving at a slower pace was the best part. Once in Orange county, We went to knotts for dinner, spent 5 days rding rides and seeing shows at Disneyland. She still talks about the dinner show we went to that has characters jousting and being like robin hood. We went to the Sandiego Zoo. It was a very hot day and with the hills and it jsut being such a big zoo I did not enjoy it at all. I would do sea world-- that was a lot of fun. Take your time, take lots of pictures, and make memories. I am so sorry with all you are dealing with. So not fair
Originally Posted By redanjel13 I think around Sept? not really sure want to make this easy for me getting around with H2o is a pain and want it not to be such long lines, anyone with a best times to go, short lines, good weather ect...? You are all so kind thank you for your support.
Originally Posted By gottaluvdavillains You should do well in Sept - Make sure you visit City Hall and with your situation they will give you a pass to skip the lines.
Originally Posted By ssturgeo redanjel13...what wonderful memories you will create...please ask any and all DL questions...everyone here is so helpful and full of good advice and tips for making the most of your visit. Keep us posted on your plans and we can help as the plans develop! Sharon Next Trip Nov. 16-22
Originally Posted By ncnike7 I made gift baskets for my kids one time when we went. I found buckets after Easter with their favorite Disney characters on it at Wal-Mart and I filled them with little stuffed animals, figures, and different things all themed to their favorite characters. I did Princess for my daughter and Pooh for my son. I did both of them for under $20 (I shop mostly Target and DisneyShopping.com clearance) I know that disneyshopping.com is having some pretty good sales in their outlet section right now. You could even put a t shirt., water bottle, snacks, etc with his favorite character in a backpack that has his favorite character on it, they have those pretty cheap at disneyshopping.com as well. Other ideas for the backpack or basket or whatever are an autograph book and pen, disposable camera, Disney Dollars, lanyard for pin collecting, whatever he likes. I left their baskets on the hotel bed before they got into the room and told them they were from Mickey and Minnie welcoming them to Disneyland, they loved it! Good luck, I hope you guys have the best trip ever!
Originally Posted By ncnike7 Oh yeah, and the best place to find Disney stuff other than Disneyland, the Disney Character Warehouse, if there is one by you, is also a great place to find stuff for your gift basket/backpack! If there isn't one by you you can hit the one by Disneyland for cheaper souvenirs, some of the merchandise they have is still sold in the parks.
Originally Posted By redanjel13 Wow thats a wonderful idea, I will do that, he loves when things like that are meant just for him and wow he will feel so special and thought of. you guys are great thank you so much for the wonderful ideas
Originally Posted By BRANDYWINE Sea World will be so much fun! Take a rain slicker from Wal Mart if you guys plan on sitting down front for the shows. Sea World sells them also, you can get them cheaper at a store. If you have 2 days for San Diego use them, I've done a 1 day and 2 day trip through Sea World. You won't be as rushed with 2. You'll all love DL as well. Just remember you don't have to hit every ride. Do the ones your grandson loves more than once if he wants. Enjoy the shady sitting areas when you can. Don't rush yourselves. The mylar balloons are fun souvenires. You can let the air out with a needle and pin on the bedroom wall.
Originally Posted By kari12177 If you do take him to Seaworld,you have to feed the dolphins, I thought it was a amazing experience, I will never forget it!
