Woke up early and everyone got ready, but not too much of a rush. Arrived at Epcot by 10. We first went to the Kodak ImageWorks, which is a collection of computer and image-based activities. The boys made music by waving their arms in front of sensors, playing different musical instruments by hopping on squares, and adding funny eyes, ears, mouths, and more to digital pictures of themselves. However, it was not really an “active” activity center. While the boys played here, Dad got Fast Passes for “Soarin’,” an Imax flight simulator.
Next was Innoventions West, home to IBM’s computer games section. Big hit with the boys, but caused some stress with Alex when it was time to stop playing them. There was also a fire truck with a patch display from all over the US. Saw Benson Fire Department posted, and other local departments on the computer file next to the truck. They rotate the patches periodically to display them all.
We left there to ride “Soarin’.” Although this is gentle by ride terms, the combination of an Imax screen, suspended seats, and a gentle swaying was enough to affect Mom’s vertigo. She was a little queasy afterwards and needed some fresh air. Alex was ready to ride it again!
After an ice cream break (taken next to fountains that spray with music playing), Ben and Dad went to the Universe of Energy, a combination film and slow moving ride through a history of energy. Actually, while it describes where fossil fuels come from, it really doesn’t discuss energy as a category, meaning it didn’t include solar, wind, hydro, or nuclear. Neat ride through prehistoric times with robotic dinosaurs.
We met Mom and Alex and made a dash for the Garden Grill Restaurant for lunch with Chip and Dale. It’s advertised as just those two, but they were joined by Mickey and Pluto. Great pictures and autographs.
Since we hadn’t taken enough breaks, we decided to head back to the resort to take a dip in the pool. The boys dipped, Mom and Dad sat and watched. Being 5 o’clock, the water was feeling a little chilly for Mom and Dad.
Next was a drive (in our car!) to dinner at the Ohana (Hawaiian for family) restaurant at the Polynesian Resort. Late reservations, 8:25, but best we could get. Missed some camera moments when some Hula dancers danced in the restaurant lobby to live music. Very cool!
Dinner was Polynesian fare, served family style and all you can eat. While waiting for the initial food, we were treated with a great view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks. An entertainer with a ukulele walked around singing Hawaiian songs.
Dinner ended late, and the boys were exhausted, sleeping on the ride back to the resort. They didn’t last two minutes after we got in the room.
Animal Kingdom is next on tap for Thursday. The trip is more than half over!! ☹
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Day Four - Disney's Hollywood Studios
The alarm went off at 6:30, and we were out the door by 8:15. Hit the bus and made it to the entrance of Hollywood by 9, when the gates opened. Hot dog! The weather was cool, humidity low, and not a lot of people!
Mom checked out a store and we walked down the main street towards Mickey’s wizard’s hat (about 4 stories tall). Then we spotted Stitch signing autographs. Next were pictures of us in front of the hat. A Disney Cast Member offered to take a family picture for us. Alex, like yesterday, was temperamental and only hugged Mom’s neck for the picture.
He got his fan. We decided we would all use it, it would feel good when it got hot, and bring some peace to our day. Big hit. In the meantime, Ben and Dad headed toward the Jedi Knight Training Adventure. The show started, and we thought it would be a couple of “Jedi’s” demonstrating moves and fighting. Oh, no. They started picking children out of the crowd, and Ben was chosen! Alex said he only wanted to watch. But, only about a third of the kids there were picked.
All the “younglings” were given Jedi robes and light sabers and walked through some basic moves. We thought it was all pretty cool, until it got COOLER! Two storm troopers appeared, “secured” the area, and in walked Darth Vader! All 6’4” of him. The voice was even true to the character. Each youngling had a chance to go up against Vader, and Ben did an excellent job! After running Vader off, the younglings were graduated as Padawans and provided with rolled up diplomas. Ben was very psyched, even though he knew it wasn’t the real Darth Vader.
We used our Fast Pass access to get tickets for the Star Wars ride. Very nice, cut to the front of the line. We loaded into a space shuttle with about 50 other people, and started our adventure…which ended in sound failure and some very silent, albeit it jostled, space flight and battles. No problem, the Cast apologized and re-started the ride. I think, after riding it twice, Ben and Dad were both just a little green. Mom and Alex didn’t ride. The ride dumps out into a Star Wars gift shop, which Ben and Dad looked around, but retrieved Mom and Alex before letting the boys build their own custom light sabers. This proved to be a winner toy and a whiner toy. Because the telescoping light blade didn’t lock into the handle, they were constantly being activated, often around crowds, and, subsequently, being taken away.
Next was lunch, and then to the stunt driving show. WOW. Lots of screeching tires, explosions, and spectacular stunts. The cars were imports, Opals. Dad wants one.
Following that was Muppet 3D, an unplanned stop. Very cool. The boys liked it, as did Mom and Dad.
Then to the “Honey I Shrunk the Kids” play area. Imagine being shrunk to smaller than and ant. There you go. Lots of fun and a good break. We somehow missed the 3:00 parade. Too bad, I think the boys would have liked it.
We had 4:30 dinner reservations, and decided to eat and head back to the resort for a couple of hours break. We got slowed down by a cute skit/contest held impromptu in the street. Then we decided to look at sweatshirts for the evening. This led to spirited requests for purchases and one very unhappy Alex. Tantrum unhappy. We spent enough time just trying to deal with that, plus a couple of staggered but necessary potty stops, and it was too late to bother going to the room. We tried a couple of shops, but the “I wants” proved too frustrating. Luckily, time flies, and it was time for “Fantasmic.” We arrived to a ¾ full arena, but found all the seats are pretty decent. The show started at 9:00, and the boys LOVED it! The effects were spectacular. Images projected onto fanned walls of water. Who thinks of this stuff? Unfortunately, Dad unwittingly doomed the exit from the arena by suggesting leaving by the main entrance, which we hadn’t entered through. (We had “preferred seating,” which I think everyone there had, which brought us in a different way).
Just outside the arena were a score of kiosks, all selling the things Alex had been begging, whining, and raising a stink about. He is going to be a defense attorney, and a mighty good one. Finally, he and Dad agreed not to listen to each other, and the rest of the walk was fine. Quiet. No fussing (Alex kept talking about his track record today of bad vs. good behavior, but that was all.) The bus ride was uneventful.
After a snack, lights went out at about 10. Except Dad, who sat up typing two day’s worth of journal until 12:30. Ugh!!
Mom checked out a store and we walked down the main street towards Mickey’s wizard’s hat (about 4 stories tall). Then we spotted Stitch signing autographs. Next were pictures of us in front of the hat. A Disney Cast Member offered to take a family picture for us. Alex, like yesterday, was temperamental and only hugged Mom’s neck for the picture.
He got his fan. We decided we would all use it, it would feel good when it got hot, and bring some peace to our day. Big hit. In the meantime, Ben and Dad headed toward the Jedi Knight Training Adventure. The show started, and we thought it would be a couple of “Jedi’s” demonstrating moves and fighting. Oh, no. They started picking children out of the crowd, and Ben was chosen! Alex said he only wanted to watch. But, only about a third of the kids there were picked.
All the “younglings” were given Jedi robes and light sabers and walked through some basic moves. We thought it was all pretty cool, until it got COOLER! Two storm troopers appeared, “secured” the area, and in walked Darth Vader! All 6’4” of him. The voice was even true to the character. Each youngling had a chance to go up against Vader, and Ben did an excellent job! After running Vader off, the younglings were graduated as Padawans and provided with rolled up diplomas. Ben was very psyched, even though he knew it wasn’t the real Darth Vader.
We used our Fast Pass access to get tickets for the Star Wars ride. Very nice, cut to the front of the line. We loaded into a space shuttle with about 50 other people, and started our adventure…which ended in sound failure and some very silent, albeit it jostled, space flight and battles. No problem, the Cast apologized and re-started the ride. I think, after riding it twice, Ben and Dad were both just a little green. Mom and Alex didn’t ride. The ride dumps out into a Star Wars gift shop, which Ben and Dad looked around, but retrieved Mom and Alex before letting the boys build their own custom light sabers. This proved to be a winner toy and a whiner toy. Because the telescoping light blade didn’t lock into the handle, they were constantly being activated, often around crowds, and, subsequently, being taken away.
Next was lunch, and then to the stunt driving show. WOW. Lots of screeching tires, explosions, and spectacular stunts. The cars were imports, Opals. Dad wants one.
Following that was Muppet 3D, an unplanned stop. Very cool. The boys liked it, as did Mom and Dad.
Then to the “Honey I Shrunk the Kids” play area. Imagine being shrunk to smaller than and ant. There you go. Lots of fun and a good break. We somehow missed the 3:00 parade. Too bad, I think the boys would have liked it.
We had 4:30 dinner reservations, and decided to eat and head back to the resort for a couple of hours break. We got slowed down by a cute skit/contest held impromptu in the street. Then we decided to look at sweatshirts for the evening. This led to spirited requests for purchases and one very unhappy Alex. Tantrum unhappy. We spent enough time just trying to deal with that, plus a couple of staggered but necessary potty stops, and it was too late to bother going to the room. We tried a couple of shops, but the “I wants” proved too frustrating. Luckily, time flies, and it was time for “Fantasmic.” We arrived to a ¾ full arena, but found all the seats are pretty decent. The show started at 9:00, and the boys LOVED it! The effects were spectacular. Images projected onto fanned walls of water. Who thinks of this stuff? Unfortunately, Dad unwittingly doomed the exit from the arena by suggesting leaving by the main entrance, which we hadn’t entered through. (We had “preferred seating,” which I think everyone there had, which brought us in a different way).
Just outside the arena were a score of kiosks, all selling the things Alex had been begging, whining, and raising a stink about. He is going to be a defense attorney, and a mighty good one. Finally, he and Dad agreed not to listen to each other, and the rest of the walk was fine. Quiet. No fussing (Alex kept talking about his track record today of bad vs. good behavior, but that was all.) The bus ride was uneventful.
After a snack, lights went out at about 10. Except Dad, who sat up typing two day’s worth of journal until 12:30. Ugh!!
Day Three - Magic Kingdom
After sleeping in, 8:30 or so, we got off to a late start to the Magic Kingdom, that is, we left the room about 10:20. Big Mistake. We knew from friends that the thing to do was start out early, break for a couple of hours in the afternoon, then return at night. Didn’t happen today.
The boys and Dad gave Mom a diamond pendant to commemorate the trip and her hard work in planning it, as well as her hard work as Mom in general.
We decided to ride the bus to Epcot, then tack the Monorail to The Magic Kingdom. This proved to be the long way. We got off the bus, entered the Monorail station (after getting our bags searched (everyone entering the park), and found the station to go to. We waited and extra train so we could ride in the cockpit with the “pilot.” Alex was very unhappy about riding on the monorail, and rode hugging Mom’s neck the whole way. Ben had a big time. Each boy received a Monorail Co-pilot card at the end. The end of the first leg. We had to change trains before we could continue to the Magic Kingdom.
Today we arrived at the park at nearly 12:00, knowing our lunch reservations were at 1:05. We immediately went to the Liberty [park] and checked in at our restaurant, the Liberty Tree. We had about 30 minutes to kill. Alex was still unhappy, “I’m bored. This isn’t any fun, I want a FAN” (spray bottle with a fan, $17.00 at Disney, $5.00 at Wal Mart), and was showing it by lagging and pouting. We went to the Hall of Presidents, but missed the beginning of the show by about 30 seconds. Too late. We spent the time inside with Alex laying in Dad’s lap and Mom and Ben looking for different presidents (the ones on the money).
We left there and watched the steamboat come in, took some pictures, and went to eat lunch. Very good food. Not very good home made chicken noodle soup. Note: The Liberty Tree Restaurant has VERY small bathrooms, only two stalls. Go before you need to go.
After lunch we rode the steam boat. The boys seemed to enjoy all the shore side sights, and Alex took a bunch of pictures.
After that we made it to the castle. The boys had been asking for it. However, once inside, we discovered the only impressive part was the tiled pictures on the walls. Otherwise, it was just two restaurants. Alex was completely uninterested, “I’m bored. This isn’t any fun, I want a FAN” but Ben liked the mosaic.
We decided to get out of the park and head for a break when we got cut off by the 3:00 parade. The boys were glued to it as we watched from one of the front wings of the castle. Dad took pictures and video.
After the parade Ben wanted to go to the Pirates of the Caribbean. By now it was easily 92 degrees and humid. We wound our way to the back of Frontier Land to discovered the rode was probably not suited to smaller children. Gift Shop. Ben bought a pirate set and Alex a sword. Ben also got autographs and pictures with Captain Hook and a pirate. Alex wasn’t interested in either…only his new sword.
Four o’clock, now, and we were hot, tired, and cranky, and Dad was developing a minor migraine (didn’t drink enough water). We all got Mickey Ears ice cream and cooled off in some shade. The boys then played with their swords while Mom checked out a gift shop. We finally decided to head out. Two monorails and a bus later and we were back at the resort. A change into bathing suits after a break in the room and down to the “heated” pool. It was probably warm enough in March or April, but still a little chilly to Mom and Dad. The boys didn’t noticed and swam. We tried to get to the food court before the fire works, but only mostly made it. Mom and Dad had just gotten their food when they started, so we made a dash for outdoor seating (took the long way by mistake). Oh, we had to go through the gift shop from Sunday night to get into the food court.
Alex had another fit as we tried to head back to the room. We got everyone to bed by 10:00.
All-in-all, a very frustrating day. Lots of heat, lots of walking, and not much adventure. If I were a kid, and had today as my first day at WDW, I’d say, “Forget this, lets got to the playground at McDonald’s.”
Before bed Mom and Dad looked over plans for Hollywood, keeping in mind today’s flop.
The boys and Dad gave Mom a diamond pendant to commemorate the trip and her hard work in planning it, as well as her hard work as Mom in general.
We decided to ride the bus to Epcot, then tack the Monorail to The Magic Kingdom. This proved to be the long way. We got off the bus, entered the Monorail station (after getting our bags searched (everyone entering the park), and found the station to go to. We waited and extra train so we could ride in the cockpit with the “pilot.” Alex was very unhappy about riding on the monorail, and rode hugging Mom’s neck the whole way. Ben had a big time. Each boy received a Monorail Co-pilot card at the end. The end of the first leg. We had to change trains before we could continue to the Magic Kingdom.
Today we arrived at the park at nearly 12:00, knowing our lunch reservations were at 1:05. We immediately went to the Liberty [park] and checked in at our restaurant, the Liberty Tree. We had about 30 minutes to kill. Alex was still unhappy, “I’m bored. This isn’t any fun, I want a FAN” (spray bottle with a fan, $17.00 at Disney, $5.00 at Wal Mart), and was showing it by lagging and pouting. We went to the Hall of Presidents, but missed the beginning of the show by about 30 seconds. Too late. We spent the time inside with Alex laying in Dad’s lap and Mom and Ben looking for different presidents (the ones on the money).
We left there and watched the steamboat come in, took some pictures, and went to eat lunch. Very good food. Not very good home made chicken noodle soup. Note: The Liberty Tree Restaurant has VERY small bathrooms, only two stalls. Go before you need to go.
After lunch we rode the steam boat. The boys seemed to enjoy all the shore side sights, and Alex took a bunch of pictures.
After that we made it to the castle. The boys had been asking for it. However, once inside, we discovered the only impressive part was the tiled pictures on the walls. Otherwise, it was just two restaurants. Alex was completely uninterested, “I’m bored. This isn’t any fun, I want a FAN” but Ben liked the mosaic.
We decided to get out of the park and head for a break when we got cut off by the 3:00 parade. The boys were glued to it as we watched from one of the front wings of the castle. Dad took pictures and video.
After the parade Ben wanted to go to the Pirates of the Caribbean. By now it was easily 92 degrees and humid. We wound our way to the back of Frontier Land to discovered the rode was probably not suited to smaller children. Gift Shop. Ben bought a pirate set and Alex a sword. Ben also got autographs and pictures with Captain Hook and a pirate. Alex wasn’t interested in either…only his new sword.
Four o’clock, now, and we were hot, tired, and cranky, and Dad was developing a minor migraine (didn’t drink enough water). We all got Mickey Ears ice cream and cooled off in some shade. The boys then played with their swords while Mom checked out a gift shop. We finally decided to head out. Two monorails and a bus later and we were back at the resort. A change into bathing suits after a break in the room and down to the “heated” pool. It was probably warm enough in March or April, but still a little chilly to Mom and Dad. The boys didn’t noticed and swam. We tried to get to the food court before the fire works, but only mostly made it. Mom and Dad had just gotten their food when they started, so we made a dash for outdoor seating (took the long way by mistake). Oh, we had to go through the gift shop from Sunday night to get into the food court.
Alex had another fit as we tried to head back to the room. We got everyone to bed by 10:00.
All-in-all, a very frustrating day. Lots of heat, lots of walking, and not much adventure. If I were a kid, and had today as my first day at WDW, I’d say, “Forget this, lets got to the playground at McDonald’s.”
Before bed Mom and Dad looked over plans for Hollywood, keeping in mind today’s flop.
Day Two – Arrival At Disney
Well, what an adventuresome day! After checking out of the La Quinta Inn at around 11:00 am, we headed south, leaving Savannah behind.
Things went well, stopped a couple times to pick up milk, sunglasses for Ben, and water shoes for Alex. The boys asked when we’d get there about 50 times, but, otherwise uneventful…until we passed St. Augustine.
Mile Marker 286, I-95 South, south of St. Augustine. BOOM!! RUMBLE-RUMBLE-RUMBLE….the back right tire blew out while traveling 75 mph in the far left lane. After getting the truck stopped on the inside shoulder, we found the back right tire completely shredded.
No problem, a truck weigh station ½ a mile away, and RoadSide Assistance through Alltel. We’ll call Alltel, get it fixed, botta-bing botta-boom, on our way. Except we apparently canceled that part of our service some time ago. Also, no one at the weigh station who could help. The biggest frustration was Tom’s inability to change a tire due to his still-recovering right shoulder.
Sometimes you need to look at things differently to be able to appreciate the positives.
1.We had just rotated the tires a week earlier, so the blow COULD have been a front blow out: very bad;
2.It happened right down from a highway assistance phone, so help could be summoned;
3.For a not-too-high price, and roll back wrecker came out and replaced the tire for us, and blocked traffic so we could safely get back on the highway;
The rest of the drive into and through Orlando was uneventful. In fact, the boys still didn’t have a clue because there were NO billboards for Disney until we were nearly at it.
Now for the fun part: We pulled into Disney World, driving under the entry arch and say, “ Boys, what does the sign say? This is where we’re going!”
Ben’s response, “I thought we were going to the beach!” He said this through tears. What an egg we laid. Alex was fine, “Oh, OK, we’re going to Disney. But what about the beach?”
After getting to the registration house and on to what we decided to call our “bungalow,” both boys started warming up to the idea. Especially when they had a chance to unwind on the little beach that’s part of the resort.
EPCOT’s fireworks were visible at 9 pm, and we then set out for supper at the Caribbean Resort food court. Excellent dining. The boys picked out souvenir pirate guns, and we called it a night. Well, we got to bed at by midnight.
Oh, yeah, we got free wireless internet at the La Quinta Inn along the interstate, but it’s $10 a day to connect be Ethernet cable at Disney. Go figure.
Tomorrow, Magic Kingdom.
Things went well, stopped a couple times to pick up milk, sunglasses for Ben, and water shoes for Alex. The boys asked when we’d get there about 50 times, but, otherwise uneventful…until we passed St. Augustine.
Mile Marker 286, I-95 South, south of St. Augustine. BOOM!! RUMBLE-RUMBLE-RUMBLE….the back right tire blew out while traveling 75 mph in the far left lane. After getting the truck stopped on the inside shoulder, we found the back right tire completely shredded.
No problem, a truck weigh station ½ a mile away, and RoadSide Assistance through Alltel. We’ll call Alltel, get it fixed, botta-bing botta-boom, on our way. Except we apparently canceled that part of our service some time ago. Also, no one at the weigh station who could help. The biggest frustration was Tom’s inability to change a tire due to his still-recovering right shoulder.
Sometimes you need to look at things differently to be able to appreciate the positives.
1.We had just rotated the tires a week earlier, so the blow COULD have been a front blow out: very bad;
2.It happened right down from a highway assistance phone, so help could be summoned;
3.For a not-too-high price, and roll back wrecker came out and replaced the tire for us, and blocked traffic so we could safely get back on the highway;
The rest of the drive into and through Orlando was uneventful. In fact, the boys still didn’t have a clue because there were NO billboards for Disney until we were nearly at it.
Now for the fun part: We pulled into Disney World, driving under the entry arch and say, “ Boys, what does the sign say? This is where we’re going!”
Ben’s response, “I thought we were going to the beach!” He said this through tears. What an egg we laid. Alex was fine, “Oh, OK, we’re going to Disney. But what about the beach?”
After getting to the registration house and on to what we decided to call our “bungalow,” both boys started warming up to the idea. Especially when they had a chance to unwind on the little beach that’s part of the resort.
EPCOT’s fireworks were visible at 9 pm, and we then set out for supper at the Caribbean Resort food court. Excellent dining. The boys picked out souvenir pirate guns, and we called it a night. Well, we got to bed at by midnight.
Oh, yeah, we got free wireless internet at the La Quinta Inn along the interstate, but it’s $10 a day to connect be Ethernet cable at Disney. Go figure.
Tomorrow, Magic Kingdom.
Sunday, May 4, 2008
Day One - Getting There
To start, let me give some background to this trip. We started planning it in January after setting up a special Disney Fund two years ago. Although we've spoken with the boys about going to Disney World, we decided to keep it a surprise. Well, so far, so good! We worked with a travel agent to make plans for a seven day stay at a Disney Resort, Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, on the Walt Disney World property.
We brought all of our friends and family in on the secret, just to make sure no one accidentally mentioned it.
Saturday we ran a few errands, and sent the boys to our neighbor Maria's house for a few hours of distraction while we packed. Although our intended departure time was 2 or 3 in the afternoon, 5 creeped closer. Finally, we brought the boys back home and announced we were going on an adventure. The only answer to the question, "Where are we going?" was, "We don't know, it's an adventure. We'll just drive until we get somewhere that looks fun!" We eventually told them there is a beach where we are going. That eased the questioning!!(Ben asked about every hour, "Are we there, yet?" and Alex kept talking about finding sharks' teeth and netting minnows).
We left Knightdale at 6:30!!! But, we had already planned on stopping in Savannah, Georgia, for the night, so no problem there.
5 and a half hours later we landed at the La Quinta Inn, Savannah, on Gateway Blvd, exit 94 off I-95 in Georgia. What a lovely place....well, OK, it's an interstate motel with all the usual one night guests looking to end up somewhere else. A yapping dog in the room next to us (we're in room 136, near the back of the motel), some late night partiers, or, more like early morning, since it was 3 am and then 4:30!
All in all, just fine for stopping over night on our way to the coolest (man-made) place on the planet!! Oh, did I mention Ange and the boys have never been to WDW, and I went sometime around 1974!
A few additional notes about the La Quinta Inn:
$86 a night, booked through Priceline.com, got us two double beds, three bath towels, scratchy cable reception, continental breakfast (doubt we'll get to that...just gave the boys poptarts and juice boxes), coffee maker and iron. Plenty of gas stations around, so we'll tank up and clean the bugs off the car. Last gas stop was in Florence, SC, at $3.41/gallon.
The boys are in the tub, and we're getting our room wrapped up and ready to hit the road.
Stay tuned!!
We brought all of our friends and family in on the secret, just to make sure no one accidentally mentioned it.
Saturday we ran a few errands, and sent the boys to our neighbor Maria's house for a few hours of distraction while we packed. Although our intended departure time was 2 or 3 in the afternoon, 5 creeped closer. Finally, we brought the boys back home and announced we were going on an adventure. The only answer to the question, "Where are we going?" was, "We don't know, it's an adventure. We'll just drive until we get somewhere that looks fun!" We eventually told them there is a beach where we are going. That eased the questioning!!(Ben asked about every hour, "Are we there, yet?" and Alex kept talking about finding sharks' teeth and netting minnows).
We left Knightdale at 6:30!!! But, we had already planned on stopping in Savannah, Georgia, for the night, so no problem there.
5 and a half hours later we landed at the La Quinta Inn, Savannah, on Gateway Blvd, exit 94 off I-95 in Georgia. What a lovely place....well, OK, it's an interstate motel with all the usual one night guests looking to end up somewhere else. A yapping dog in the room next to us (we're in room 136, near the back of the motel), some late night partiers, or, more like early morning, since it was 3 am and then 4:30!
All in all, just fine for stopping over night on our way to the coolest (man-made) place on the planet!! Oh, did I mention Ange and the boys have never been to WDW, and I went sometime around 1974!
A few additional notes about the La Quinta Inn:
$86 a night, booked through Priceline.com, got us two double beds, three bath towels, scratchy cable reception, continental breakfast (doubt we'll get to that...just gave the boys poptarts and juice boxes), coffee maker and iron. Plenty of gas stations around, so we'll tank up and clean the bugs off the car. Last gas stop was in Florence, SC, at $3.41/gallon.
The boys are in the tub, and we're getting our room wrapped up and ready to hit the road.
Stay tuned!!
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