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Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Hidden Mickeys Hawaiian Style
Hey, I'm not the only one who looks for Hidden Mickeys. They do it on purpose. Even Stitch found some!
Roy's Ko Olina
I've been to several Roy's Hawaiian Fusion restaurants, so I was pumped when I found out there is a Roy's within walking distance of Aulani. As usual, the food didn't disappoint!
To make reservations for Roy's, click here:
https://www.royyamaguchi.com/roys-ko-olina
Whip It Good!
I was so jazzed to find out that they have Dole Whip at Disney's Aulani Resort. Then my dreams were dashed when I found out the Dole Whip machines were broken during our stay. But as luck would have it, the Dole Plantation is only a 30-minute drive from the Resort. I was able to score my Whip and then some!
Look at all those Jelly Belly Beans!
https://www.doleplantation.com/
Look at all those Jelly Belly Beans!
https://www.doleplantation.com/
Monday, February 6, 2017
Hey! It's Hei Hei!
The last time I was in Hawaii was in the 1970's with my family. So I wanted to go back to places where I went with my parents and sister. One of those placed would be Diamond Head State Monument. Who knew I would even find some Disney influence there? (Yes, I find it everywhere.)
Separated at birth?
Separated at birth?
Character Breakfast at Makahiki
Anyone who knows me, knows I love food. The other thing I love are Disney characters. So you know I'm like a kid at Christmas when the two are combined. The first morning of my trip, I scheduled a Character Breakfast. My mascot, Stitch, joined me as well.
The breakfast was similar to other Disney breakfasts, but they also had local favorites. I was determined to eat as much fresh pineapple as I could. When I saw what they did to the bananas and Goldfish crackers, I thought, "Why haven't I thought of that?"
So, now the embarrassing part...for me. See that lovely Mimosa?
Well, I saw that Minnie and Pluto were making their way over to my table for pictures. I got so excited to hug Minnie, I knocked over my Mimosa and broke the Champagne flute on the floor. You would think I'm three, not fifty three. Minnie giggled, and a nice Cast Member came over quickly to clean up my mess.
To make your reservations for the Character Breakfast at Makahiki, click here:
https://www.disneyaulani.com/dining/table-service/makahiki-buffet/
The breakfast was similar to other Disney breakfasts, but they also had local favorites. I was determined to eat as much fresh pineapple as I could. When I saw what they did to the bananas and Goldfish crackers, I thought, "Why haven't I thought of that?"
So, now the embarrassing part...for me. See that lovely Mimosa?
Well, I saw that Minnie and Pluto were making their way over to my table for pictures. I got so excited to hug Minnie, I knocked over my Mimosa and broke the Champagne flute on the floor. You would think I'm three, not fifty three. Minnie giggled, and a nice Cast Member came over quickly to clean up my mess.
https://www.disneyaulani.com/dining/table-service/makahiki-buffet/
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
It's All About the Status
If you do any amount of travel, you know how important it is to achieve and maintain your status. Not in society, however that can be argued, but with your frequent flyer program. Mine is with Delta and its SkyMiles Medallion program.
This has happened to me before, so I am used to it. Around mid-December, I was on my last scheduled trip. When I checked my SkyMiles status with Delta, I discovered I was $32 and 2 segments (a round trip) short of reaching my 2017 member status. Crud! So while I was in Colorado Springs, I booked a quick, turn-around trip from MSP to ORD and back.
Now a few years ago when I did this, what started out as a short trip turned into a nightmare due to weather delays. However, I was confident that this time would be different since I knocked on my head for good luck.
So I flew out to Chicago with no problems. I didn't book the immediate return flight just in case of any delays. I tried to catch an earlier flight, but I was too cheap to pay the $50 to fly standby. Instead, I just hung out in the SkyClub Lounge and had coffee and something to eat. They had grits there!
As I was looking out the window, reading my Star Wars Catalyst - A Rogue One book (I highly recommend it!), I glanced out the window and saw a Star Wars BB-8 ANA jet! It was unexpected. And while I wanted to fly and see a C-3PO jet, I was happy to have seen this one. I then hopped on my flight back to MSP and scored my 2017 frequent flyer status. All in all, it was a very successful and fulfilling day. It was a nice way to end 2016.
This has happened to me before, so I am used to it. Around mid-December, I was on my last scheduled trip. When I checked my SkyMiles status with Delta, I discovered I was $32 and 2 segments (a round trip) short of reaching my 2017 member status. Crud! So while I was in Colorado Springs, I booked a quick, turn-around trip from MSP to ORD and back.
Now a few years ago when I did this, what started out as a short trip turned into a nightmare due to weather delays. However, I was confident that this time would be different since I knocked on my head for good luck.
So I flew out to Chicago with no problems. I didn't book the immediate return flight just in case of any delays. I tried to catch an earlier flight, but I was too cheap to pay the $50 to fly standby. Instead, I just hung out in the SkyClub Lounge and had coffee and something to eat. They had grits there!
As I was looking out the window, reading my Star Wars Catalyst - A Rogue One book (I highly recommend it!), I glanced out the window and saw a Star Wars BB-8 ANA jet! It was unexpected. And while I wanted to fly and see a C-3PO jet, I was happy to have seen this one. I then hopped on my flight back to MSP and scored my 2017 frequent flyer status. All in all, it was a very successful and fulfilling day. It was a nice way to end 2016.
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
Star Wars and the Power of Costume
One of my good friends decided to surprise me and treated me to a day that will live on in Galactic history. We went to see the Star Wars and the Power of Costume exhibit at the Denver Art Museum (DAM). It was brilliant! I've gone to other Star Wars exhibits in the past, but there were so many costumes I hadn't seen as well as behind the scenes stories and artwork. It truly was an amazing day.
The collection spanned costumes from Episode I all the way through Episode VI.
We learned about symbols representing Auerbesh and Naboo languages, and saw the different types of fabrics that were used to make the elaborate costumes. They even had some beloved and recognizable characters on display. (Not me).
It's one of those exhibits where you can go many times and see something new every time. I sure I can see it again! If you have the chance, add this to you bucket list you must. Yes, mmmm!
To learn more details about the exhibit, click here.
The collection spanned costumes from Episode I all the way through Episode VI.
We learned about symbols representing Auerbesh and Naboo languages, and saw the different types of fabrics that were used to make the elaborate costumes. They even had some beloved and recognizable characters on display. (Not me).
It's one of those exhibits where you can go many times and see something new every time. I sure I can see it again! If you have the chance, add this to you bucket list you must. Yes, mmmm!
To learn more details about the exhibit, click here.
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