Originally Posted By vbdad55 <"<<Am I the only person who vacations anymore to get away from stressful schedules and carrying multiple items with me throughout the day?>> Nope. There's a few of us still out there." Same here! < count me in also -- putting the booking 180 day out for meals and my EXCEL spreadsheet for all items, I really do go there to relax. The last 2 trips I have gone sans laptop ( work can still get me on cell phone - but when people have to actually talk to you vvia just sending an email, it cuts down on the number of times you are interrupted ) - my DW says it is the only place on earth I let my guard down and relax -- and I believe she is right
Originally Posted By WeirdJohn Me too. I have our meals planned out, but that is about the length of our scheduling. And I am not even sure I'm bringing a cell phone. It's my honeymoon so I sort of want to cut myself off from the outside for a while.
Originally Posted By RoadTrip >>If one feels Disney is ripping them off for less experience, they likely either need a break from it, or stop experiencing. This is not a love it or leave it statement, it is no different than what I followed regarding concerts that I used to go to all the time.<< >>If I ever get to the point where I rip every single thing they do, think the food sucks, the hotels suck, the parks suck - etc -- guess what -- I will be going somewhere else. I hope it NEVER comes to that...many places I used to love are gone, I hope WDW never is, but know nothing is for sure.<< vbdad said with class what I said with no class. I should know better than to post when I'm feeling that cranky. I apologize to ChiMike. I also appreciate that he did not respond. It was not worthy of a response and by not responding ChiMike demonstrated class that I did not. Sorry.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 <Me too. I have our meals planned out, but that is about the length of our scheduling. And I am not even sure I'm bringing a cell phone. It's my honeymoon so I sort of want to cut myself off from the outside for a while. < why they have voicemail - return only what you want - still have for emergencies, but I get what you're saying
Originally Posted By WeirdJohn Ah but for emergencies we have my fiances cell phone for which they don't have the number. ;-)
Originally Posted By vbdad55 ^^^^^^^^^^ works for me......my DW refuses to carry a cell phone -- sort of an anti technology statement...
Originally Posted By WeirdJohn Hey RoadTrip. No sweat as far as I'm concerned, and I'm ChiMike feels the same. We all have our bad days. Or months depending.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 ^^^^^^^^^^ and thanks for the credit, it must have been a rare day for me (LOL ! ) --- I guess I just felt bad for Chi Mike and he has been around here long, and while we have had some 'sprited' discussions, as well as agreed on other items, I just sensed a different level of criticism on some of his comments the last few times also. I guess since I respect his opinions that made me more concerned that I thought maybe he just needed a break. Not that any/all of his points didn't have merit, just that they seemed to contain more emotion than usual - therefore I am sure rankled more than a few here. ChiMike, I hope whenever the next trip is - it somehow improves, as I know how cranky I would be if I felt that badly about WDW. But certain things there- yes they tick me off too.
Originally Posted By WeirdJohn ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ (I like the arrow idea so I stole it) I can guarantee you that if my Honeymoon gets rankled due to some Disney mistakes I will be the next person to make a SUCKS topic. I have pretty high expectations, but I hope to be able to let the small things roll off my back like I usually do. It's the 1st time I'll be at a Deluxe Disney resort though (not counting the BW DVC trips) so I'm pretty sure I'll have a blast.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 ^^^^^^^^^^^^ hmmmm, honeymoon vs. Disney...I know my first concern on this trip wouldn't be how much gum on the wall at Splash Mtn... LOL!!!!
Originally Posted By WeirdJohn ^^^^^^^ Actually it's the gum on BTM that has always been the worst in my opinion. 'It's the most gummed up ride in the wilderness!!!' No, we'll have a great time. We got reservations for all the restaurants we wanted (sorry Dan, don't mean to rub it in) so we are already off to a great start. Hey, that reminds me, we will be at the California Grill during the fireworks and I could use some advice. Can you see the fireworks from pretty much anywhere in the restaurant or do you need a particular seat? It's my first time at the Grill so I'm not sure. I here it is a great place though.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 Call dining and tell them you are on your honeymoon - and ask for a window seat...no guarantees but I can tell you for my 25th anniversary ( OK - now I really feel old )- 4 years ago I did that and had the manager seat us by ourself at the window in the corner by the MK-- also brought us a complimentary 1/2 bottle of champagne and 1 appetizer -- she told me at the time that each year if I was back ( and we usually go arond the same time) to contact her and she would do what she could to make it special. For 3 years running - window seats...( Note: the manager changed about 1 1/2 years ago but the new one still was great) -- remember - never any guarantees on stuff like that, but to me, that is the stuff a million dreams are made of, not a pin or lanyard.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 the window seats are best for viewing but you can see from many places in the restaurant - unless you are by the wine room -- however you can also go out on the walkways - which is also really nice when the weather is good --
Originally Posted By WeirdJohn Great! Thanks vbdad. That is awesome advice. I actually just put in a request for that. We'll see how it goes. One question. Tamarind Filet? I didn't see that on the allears menu. What is it exactly?
Originally Posted By WeirdJohn Oh and don't feel old. My parents will be celebrating their 35th at the end of next month.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 <Great! Thanks vbdad. That is awesome advice. I actually just put in a request for that. We'll see how it goes. One question. Tamarind Filet? I didn't see that on the allears menu. What is it exactly?< It is a version of filet ( some call terryaki - but it is not) - that is marinated in this tamarind marinade and is fork cut wonderful. traveling a lot in my career I have had the chances to eat many many places here and abroad, and for whatever reason, this is my favorite entre' anywhere ( and normally I prefer seafood to beef ) - Sometimes it is not on the daily menu, but if you ask for it they always have it upon request ! I am sure you will hear more on this from Spirit and Danny. <a href="http://www.allearsnet.com/din/rev_cg.htm" target="_blank">http://www.allearsnet.com/din/ rev_cg.htm</a> <a href="http://allearsnet.com/din/rev_cg1.htm" target="_blank">http://allearsnet.com/din/rev_ cg1.htm</a> <a href="http://www.themeparks.com/wdw/menus/californ.htm" target="_blank">http://www.themeparks.com/wdw/ menus/californ.htm</a>
Originally Posted By WeirdJohn Ah! It is the Oak Fired Beef Filet right? It says tamarind sauce, but the all ears menu says terriyaki. That is why I didn't see it. I had been planning on having that Filet anyway. Good to know I was choosing a good one. I'm a huge steak/beef fan. It's one of the reasons I love to go to Le Cellier so often. Seafood is great too though. Thanks vbdad!
Originally Posted By danyoung >...this is my favorite entre' anywhere...< Another vote for the beef, the most incredible cut of meat I've ever experienced. I've had it maybe 10 times over the years, and every time it's sheer perfection. Also, if you like sushi, the CG now has one of the top sushi chefs in the world. They have an appetizer that's really incredible, a perfect starter for the beef filet. My last meal at the CG lasted about 2 1/2 hours, which normally would seem like a long time. But I had the perfect waiter, who kept the food coming and the conversation going, and let me take time to sip my wine and look out the huge windows at all the people having fun in the MK and on the Seven Seas Lagoon. A most memorable meal!
