Countdown to the Dark Side: 0 Days to Go!

Safe travels everyone! See ya real soon!

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: What Disney attraction was the first to use audio animatronics?
A: Enchanted Tiki Room

Countdown to the Dark Side: 2 Days to Go!

We all know the main reason we are going down to Disney is because we are running in the Dark Side of the Star Wars Half Marathon! So let's remind ourselves what the Light Side was like!

Heads Up! Last time for this!

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: What was the first Disney ride to end with an exit directly into a gift shop?
A: Pirates of the Caribbean

Today's Question: What Disney attraction was the first to use audio animatronics?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 4 Days to Go!

It's almost that time! Be sure you have everything you need as you start packing. And just to help you out, I made a video for the blog!

Heads Up! More hilariousness coming your way!

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: How many wheels are on a test Track Vehicle?
A: Although there are only four wheels visible to the eye, there are actually 22 wheels that move the vehicle along the track.

Today's Question: What was the first Disney ride to end with an exit directly into a gift shop?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 6 Days to Go!

Something new we are going to get to try is golf at Walt Disney World! We will be going to the Palms and enjoying 9 holes with some breakfast!

Let's see what we are getting into shall we?

Four! (golf speak for Heads Up!)

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: In the Tower of Terror, when you arrive at the scene in the hotel hallway...when you see the ghosts of the vanished guests, what floor of the hotel are you supposedly on?
A: 4 .. Its hard to see because of the dim lighting, but there is a sign on the wall that says the room numbers of the hallway are 414 to 426, indicating you are on the fourth floor of the hotel.

Today's Question: How many wheels are on a test Track Vehicle?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 8 Days to Go!

The perks of Flower and Garden Festival aren't just that EPCOT looks gorgeous, but that they have booths set up with food just like Food and Wine Festival from all around the world! The food has a fresh theme to it, sticking with the farm to table vibes. So, what shall we eat?

If I wasn't hungry before, I am now!

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: In which closed Walt Disney World Attraction would you of heard this phrase .. "As long as you are tossing all that food around, why dont you toss some down here?"
A: Cranium Command

Today's Question: In the Tower of Terror, when you arrive at the scene in the hotel hallway...when you see the ghosts of the vanished guests, what floor of the hotel are you supposedly on?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 10 Days to Go!

Flower and Garden Festival is going to be happening at EPCOT while we are visiting! It's going to be gorgeous! Let's get a taste of all the fun stuff we get to see while we are there!

OOOOOHHHHHHH. Can't wait.

Disney Trivia:
Last Question: After examining people in other parks and events, how many steps did Walt Disney come to the conclusion that people held on to trash before dropping it on the ground which led to his spacing of trash cans for his parks?
A: 30

Today's Question: In which closed Walt Disney World Attraction would you of heard this phrase .. "As long as you are tossing all that food around, why dont you toss some down here?"

Countdown to the Dark Side: 12 Days to Go!

One of the perks of staying at the Polynesian is that we are going to have access to the Kona Cafe. I don't remember ever eating here, but the reviews have been non-stop positive! Let's take a quick look!

Mmmmm makes me hungry!!

Let's play a little heads up while we count down!

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: What attraction at Disneys Hollywood Studios was originally slated to be built in EPCOT before the studio theme park was even built?
A: The Great Movie Ride

Today's Question: After examining people in other parks and events, how many steps did Walt Disney come to the conclusion that people held on to trash before dropping it on the ground which led to his spacing of trash cans for his parks?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 14 Days to Go!

On our way home, we are going to have our last meal with Mickey, Minnie, Lilo and Stitch at Ohana breakfast! It's going to be a great time at the Poly!

Heads Up!

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: In what year did Journey Into Imagination open in EPCOT?
A: 1983

Today's Question: What attraction at Disneys Hollywood Studios was originally slated to be built in EPCOT before the studio theme park was even built?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 16 Days to Go!

As mentioned last post, the dining package we have with Tiffins gives us preferred seating to the new Rivers of Light show at the Animal Kingdom. Let's get a little preview of what we are going to see!

How about some Heads Up?

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: What is the diamond rating of the Hollywood Tower of Terror Hotel?
A: 13 Diamonds

Today's Question: In what year did Journey Into Imagination open in EPCOT?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 18 Days to Go!

In the evening, we will be heading over to the Animal Kingdom to visit Tiffins and the incredible upscale exotic food that is a part of our dining package. With this dinner we get preferred seating to the Rivers of Light show.

Uggg.....this trip is taking so long to get here! Here's a Heads Up game to pass the time...

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: What was Splash Mountain originally going to be called?
A: Zip A Dee River Run

Today's Question: What is the diamond rating of the Hollywood Tower of Terror Hotel?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 20 Days to Go!

On our park day on Monday, we will get to enjoy the puns and the delicious food of the Skipper Canteen. It was a favorite when Maddie and Jared visited in October and we can't wait to go back!

While we wait for the mouthwatering food of the canteen, let's check out another Heads Up game!

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: What is the name of the record label mention in the attraction Rock n Roller Coaster?
A: G Force Records

Today's Question: What was Splash Mountain originally going to be called?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 22 Days to Go!

Post race we will be heading back to EPCOT (via the monorail!!) to eat at the Land Pavilion and experience the fresh food at the Garden Grill. It's not only a character experience. But it is an all you can eat table service restaurant that turns 360 degrees so that you can see parts of the Living with the Land attraction!

Pardon the terrible music, but this video gives a pretty good idea of what we get to experience!

Another great Heads Up video for today!

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: In what year does the Mission Space attraction take place?
A: 2036

Today's Question: What is the name of the record label mention in the attraction Rock n Roller Coaster?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 24 Days to Go!

Our first day of vacation will be filled with golf, expos, relaxing by the pool and eating at Disney Springs. The Boathouse is one of the most talked about dining experiences and we get to see what all the hubbub is about!

Heads Up! Some more hilarious videos are coming your way!

Disney Trivia!
Last Question: What was the inspiration behind the design of the Tea Caddy shop in the UK Pavilion in EPCOT?
A: It was modeled after the actual cottage of Anne Hathaway who was the wife of William Shakespeare.

Today's Question: In what year does the Mission Space attraction take place?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 26 Days to Go!

This vacation we are getting to stay at the Polynesian Resort! Words cannot express my excitement! Between the food, the amenities and the views, I think this is going to be a great place for our vacation!

Check out this video on 10 things you might not know about the Poly!

Who's ready for some more Heads Up fun?

Disney Trivia:
Last Question: What are the names of the three hitchiking ghost from the Haunted Mansion?
A: Ezra, Phineas, and Gus

Today's Question: What was the inspiration behind the design of the Tea Caddy shop in the UK Pavilion in EPCOT?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 28 Days to Go

We have lots of new things to explore while on this trip including the newly renovated Disney Springs. A new Mecca of shopping centers, Mom will be able to get her shopping fix no sweat while wandering the new streets of the Springs. Did we also mention Jock Lindsay's Hanger Bar? The coolest place to grab a refreshing drink, we MUST stop here to see what it has to offer!

And now for some more Heads Up fun!

Disney Trivia:

Last Question: Where in Walt Disney World can you see a sign that reads Corkscrew Ahead?

A: Rock 'n Roller Coaster

Today's Question: What are the names of the three hitchhiking ghost from the Haunted Mansion?

Countdown to the Dark Side: 30 days to go!

Welcome to the countdown! We all know this can only mean one thing...our Disney vacation is getting close!

We have lots of stuff to look forward to on this vacation!

Staying at the Polynesian Resort
Golf at the Palms Course
The Star Wars Half Marathon
The Flower and Garden Festival
Great new restaurants
Rivers of Light show at Animal Kingdom

We are going to be checking out all the great things as we count down to our trip!

Each day we will also be revisiting our hilarious videos of playing the heads up game, along with our Disney Trivia!

Disney Trivia!

Q: Where in Walt Disney World can you see a sign that reads Corkscrew Ahead?

Countdown to the Light Side: 0 Days to Go!

Happy Travels!

Time for Disney Trivia!

Yesterday’s Question

Q: When Disneyland first opened, how much did it cost to park your car?

A: 25 Cents

Countdown to the Light Side: 1 Day to Go!

It's finally here! Are you ready??

A few packing reminders:
1) Bring a couple pairs of sneakers. Lots of walking in Disneyland! Even though Disneyland is smaller (and we aren't running a challenge), we still will be covering a bunch of ground.

2) Weather looks like it's going to be a consistent temperature in the 60's for the high and lows in the upper 50's/lower 40's. It looks like its going to rain right before we get there and the rest of the stay looks spotty so bring a rain jacket! Make sure you bring a heavier jacket for nights, unless you want to add to your "bought at Disney" collection.

3) Don't leave your costume at home!

4) Running Gear: Fuel belts, headphones, sunglasses, etc. Oh, and don't leave your socks at home!

I have tickets, waivers, hotel vouchers and coupons with me.

See you in Disney!

Time for Disney Trivia!
Yesterday’s Question
Q: In the Matterhorn in Disneyland, by what name is the abominable snowman referred to as?
A: Harold

Today’s Question:
Q: When Disneyland first opened, how much did it cost to park your car?

Countdown to the Light Side: 2 Days to Go!

Last year Mom and Maddie got to run the Tinkerbell Half Marathon over Mother's Day! We had such a blast!!

Time for Disney Trivia!
Yesterday’s Question
Q: In 1995 a time capsule was buried at Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland for their 40th Anniversary, what year is it scheduled to be opened?
A: 2035

Today’s Question:
Q: In the Matterhorn in Disneyland, by what name is the abominable snowman referred to as?

Countdown to the Light Side: 3 Days to Go!

Today we look at the race that was the only quarter marathon to ever have happened at Disney. Weren't we lucky to get to participate in this? Haha.

Time for Disney Trivia!
Yesterday’s Question
Q: In the Dining Room Scene of Disney's Haunted Mansion, how many candles can be found on the birthday cake that the ghost is blowing out?
A: 13

Today’s Question:
Q: In 1995 a time capsule was buried at Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland for their 40th Anniversary, what year is it scheduled to be opened?

Countdown to the Light Side: 4 Days to Go!

Today, we relive the trip that was just for the ladies, the Princess Half Marathon weekend!

Time for Disney Trivia!
Yesterday’s Question
Q: Who drew the 1953 plans of Disneyland for Walt Disney?
A: Marvin Davis

Today’s Question:
Q: In the Dining Room Scene of Disney's Haunted Mansion, how many candles can be found on the birthday cake that the ghost is blowing out?

Countdown to the Light Side: 5 Days to Go!

Today we remember our first race at Disneyland, the Disneyland 10K and Half!

Time for Disney Trivia!
Yesterday’s Question
Q: When Disneyland First opened in 1955 who bought the very first admission ticket at a cost of $1?
A: Walt's Brother Roy

Today’s Question:
Q: Who drew the 1953 plans of Disneyland for Walt Disney?

Countdown to the Light Side: 6 Days to Go!

Can you believe that we have done enough races to have a recap a day as we countdown? Well if you look at my medal rack...I guess it's not that hard to believe!

Today, per tradition, we remember the race that started it all. They are actually going to be running this race tomorrow!

Enjoy!

Time for Disney Trivia!

Yesterday’s Question

Q: Including Main Street, how many stops does the Disneyland Railroad make? And name them if you can.

A: 4. Main Street USA; New Orleans Square; Mickey's Toontown; and Tomorrowland.

Today’s Question: 

Q: When Disneyland First opened in 1955 who bought the very first admission ticket at a cost of $1?

Countdown to the Light Side: 7 Days to Go!

Hi everyone! Congrats on making it to the final week before our trip to Disneyland!

This trip, we are going to be staying at the Grand Californian! I cannot wait!

This hotel is truly at the center of it all. It has the monorail. It has special entrances to Downtown Disney and Disney's California Adventure Parks. It's pools are unique and the dining is incredible!

Did I mention it's an easy walk to and from the race? YES!

But don't take my word for it. Check it out yourself!

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/hotels/grand-californian-hotel/?CMP=SEC-DLRShareEmailgrand-californian-hotel-video#slideShow=0/0/0/0

Time for Disney Trivia!
Q: Including Main Street, how many stops does the Disneyland Railroad make? And name them if you can.