Tuesday, September 22, 2009

The happiest, most magical place on earth!

We returned Sunday night from our week of Disney magic! I spent 6 months obsessing and planning (and obsessing), and happily, things went as planned--it was fabulous (in spite of the heat and humidity)! We made memories that we will always treasure. We were also excited to be able to spend this time with my mom. Here are some highlights:



Our resort--Saratoga Springs. It really was beautiful!

A gorgeous pool with two waterslides and a couple of waterfalls

Hollywood Studios: Our favorites here were Toy Story Mania, Fantasmic, Beauty and the Beast, and Playhouse Disney live on stage.

Toy Story. Nathan got so into this ride/game that his arm was actually sore. So competitive!



Beauty and the Beast

An excited Hailey watching Playhouse Disney

Epcot! My kids LOVED this park. We rode Spaceship Earth 3 times! They also enjoyed the Nemo ride, Test Track, and visiting all of the countries.

Pastries in France :)

Finding Nemo

Crazy girls!
Magic Kingdom. We spent 2 and a half days here and did everything a couple of times. Their favorites were Pirates of the Carribean, Haunted Mansion, Splash Mountain (Alison), Big Thunder Mountain, Winnie the Pooh (Hailey), and Mickey's Philharmagic. So much to do and see!



Cinderella's Royal Table. This is a restaurant inside the castle. SO AMAZING1

The princesses

Minnie's house

The Jungle Cruise

Dinner at the Crystal Palace



We celebrated Hailey's 3rd Birthday here. Happy Birthday Hailey!!
Animal Kingdom. Our favorites here were: Dinosaur, Safari, Lion King Show, Finding Nemo show, and Bugs Life 3D movie.



Breakfast with Mickey and friends (dressed in Safari attire--so cute!)



Safari

Rafiki from the Lion King

Shopping in Downtown Disney

Such a memorable week!!! We hope to do it all over again in about 4 years!