Trip Report Day Trip! Stitch's Last Hurrah, Festival of the Lion King and Friends!

*SummerInFL* · 06-28-2009, 08:06 AM

Since it was mentioned that Stitch's SuperSonic Celebration was going to end, I wanted to get over to the parks and catch one of the last showings. Evilqueenrocks and family were headed to DAK this weekend, so it was a win win!

Should you like to see all the photos I took yesterday, please visit HERE.

I parked at the Polynesian and grabbed a quick ride on the Monorail.

Luckily I had arrived just as the rain stopped.

As another show was starting in 10 minutes I headed over to Tomorrowland to grab a spot, I didn't have to fight any crowds.

So for about 10-15 minutes Stitch talks to you on the screen (aka Turtle Talk Crush style) and asks various members of the group some questions.

More talking.

So after asking the crowd a few times he says, "Oh well, gotta go now!"

WTF? That was it? Wasn't there dancers and stuff? I guess the last show was really a few days prior. I was disappointed to say the least, it was quite apparent that most people standing there after it was over thought the same thing, as most were confused as to whether or not they should leave. Well, once the sound guy closed the window behind us I took that as a sign and left. Based on that performance I can understand why they are cancelling it.

So I headed back to the entrance the long way, snapping some pics along the way.

I stopped by HoP to see if they were taking soft openings. No such luck.

The signage looks great though, everything has a new coat of paint.

I was very pleased with the crowds, it was just the perfect level.

Another quick monorail ride to the Poly and it was off to DAK!

After meeting up with the gang at Dinosaur we headed to a very important park of the park.

The bathrooms...

BigPigletFan and I decided to explore a trail and discovered this guy. I can't tell if he's running or dancing, what do you think?

EvilQueenRocks and her trusty hat.

Yeehaw!

So we rounded everyone up and headed over to watch Festival of the Lion King. I happen to think this is a really great show and I enjoy it very much.

Due to EQR's mother's generosity, we ended up with wicked good seats.

Fire!

Wonder if they guy has any body hair after doing this multiple times a day? LOL

Hot coals! Hot coals!

My finger accidently hit the zoom button, whoops!

Disco!

After the show we headed over to Pizzafari for lunch. It's a really well themed counter service. Some advice for people that go, walk down the long hallway to the back, no one ever sits back there and the room is just wonderful.

It's the Circle of Life...

Two foxy ladies...

We are always teasing EQR because she's a Nascar fan, so I borrowed this hat for a fun pic together. The orange shirts weren't planned, I swear. The fox in the background was, however.

Howdy ya'll.

Paws off now!

Back to Dinoland we went to ride Dinosaur. The ride is crazy bouncy, it's fun but that last jaunt at the end really can shake you up!

*sings* Just keep swimming, just keep swimming..
Oh wait, my bad...

Mrs. Huxstable?

Time Rover!

Love the kid in the front. LOL

Then EQR and I headed over for a trip aboard Everest.

Bring it!

Windie, Twisty, Turnie!

Weeee!!

It was there we departed as I wanted to hit some of the animal trails and the safari before heading home.

First up was the Maharahjah Jungle Trek

I think the bats were all asleep or just really hot.

I have to say the best time of the day to visit any park is within the last hour of it being open. NO PEOPLE and every attraction is virtually a walk on, it's fabulous!

Aww, she's got a heart shaped booty!

The one in back wanted to play, the other girl wanted nothing to do with her but get cooled off in the water.

Guess who won? LOL

Testing the water..

Easing on in there!

Ahhhhhh...

If you ever get the opportunity, the theming is excellent through these areas, make sure you visit. There is really so much to see!

?

I love how the CM costumes are also themed, I know it's standard all around but these looked really cool.

Time to head over to Safari!

Yay for no line! I got an entire row to myself, it was great!

Is it me or does the buzzard look like he's eating the Rhino?

So many rare animals in Africa, like this one!

Elephants were out in full force as well.

Charge! GO! GO! GO!

As I exited I took on the Pangani Forest Trail.

What the?

What are you looking at?

Time to head out!

Yay for no people!

At the exit they had the busload of characters dancing and seeing everyone out. I like it, it's a good ending to a long day.

The last thing I did was stop at Rainforest Cafe and have dinner before heading home. I didn't want to eat too late so I took up a seat at the bar and enjoyed some dinner.

*tumbleweeds*

Until next time!

The End

Oswald the Rabbitt · 06-28-2009, 08:44 AM

Amazing photos, DAK is such a beautiful park

All4dISNEY · 06-28-2009, 08:53 AM

LOVE THESE PICS!! Just the right size crowd for my liking too. What a gr8 day!! And you weren't totally NASCAR, your shirt has sleeves.

Wanda Woman · 06-28-2009, 01:45 PM

Great pics, Summer!

That's so weird about the Stitch show. It was like it had already been canceled, but someone forgot to tell Stitch. Bad show.

I really want to go to DAK now!

Kritter · 06-28-2009, 02:18 PM

You always have amazing TR's!

What makes you look to the right for the picture on Dinosaur?

naumoney · 06-28-2009, 02:59 PM

I don't know what happened to your Stitch show, I saw the show before and it was not like that. Maybe it was a rain version. I saw the last performance and it was certainly the full show. I have some pictures of the final show I may put up.

TDLFAN · 06-28-2009, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SummerInFl

WTF? That was it?

Summer, I love it when you go potty mouth!! Hahaha!

Quote:

Originally Posted by SummerInFl

BigPigletFan and I decided to explore a trail and discovered this guy.

Ok, I will excersice my right to remain silent and plead "NOT guilty"..as I was not doing anything in the woods. Nothing at all.

Fun aside... I really am sorry I missed you guys. Thanks for the call and for thinking of me. Had I been in town, I would have come over and join for a while.
Love your pics of the stripped kitties, bats and komodo.. and especially this cute cute cute monkey below!!!

yoyoflamingo · 06-28-2009, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kritter

You always have amazing TR's!

What makes you look to the right for the picture on Dinosaur?

A giant carnotaurus roaring in your face.

Good to see you and evilqueenrocks in the TR! Miss all the Florida MCers!

*SummerInFL* · 06-28-2009, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kritter

You always have amazing TR's!

What makes you look to the right for the picture on Dinosaur?

They take your photo just ask the big as heck T-Rex pops out at you. Which is why some people have frightened looks on their faces.

Stitchy · 06-28-2009, 06:12 PM

I just LOVE the tumble monkeys!

Hey...did you happen to see any of those bats wearing J's sunglasses? LOL

joanna71985 · 06-28-2009, 07:25 PM

Great TR! I love the pictures, especially the ones of FotLK and of the tigers.

Rex Dopey24 · 06-28-2009, 08:50 PM

great pictures.

gRuMpEe · 06-28-2009, 11:09 PM

Great TR Summer!! Makes me anxious to visit FL!!

DonDuck · 06-28-2009, 11:50 PM

Always love your TR's! Wonderful pics.

*MickeyMaxx* · 06-29-2009, 01:09 AM

Summer, you make me yearn for WDW, even though we were just there. Animal Kingdom is wonderful and the trails have such detail, and great close-up animal encounters, I think I could spend a full week vacation just in that park.

Amazing photos as always!

06-28-2009, 08:06 AM	#1
SummerInFL Happy Halloween! MiceChat Teen Scene Leader MiceChat Moderator Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: The underworld. Posts: 17,038	Day Trip! Stitch's Last Hurrah, Festival of the Lion King and Friends! Since it was mentioned that Stitch's SuperSonic Celebration was going to end, I wanted to get over to the parks and catch one of the last showings. Evilqueenrocks and family were headed to DAK this weekend, so it was a win win! Should you like to see all the photos I took yesterday, please visit HERE. I parked at the Polynesian and grabbed a quick ride on the Monorail. Luckily I had arrived just as the rain stopped. As another show was starting in 10 minutes I headed over to Tomorrowland to grab a spot, I didn't have to fight any crowds. So for about 10-15 minutes Stitch talks to you on the screen (aka Turtle Talk Crush style) and asks various members of the group some questions. More talking. So after asking the crowd a few times he says, "Oh well, gotta go now!" WTF? That was it? Wasn't there dancers and stuff? I guess the last show was really a few days prior. I was disappointed to say the least, it was quite apparent that most people standing there after it was over thought the same thing, as most were confused as to whether or not they should leave. Well, once the sound guy closed the window behind us I took that as a sign and left. Based on that performance I can understand why they are cancelling it. So I headed back to the entrance the long way, snapping some pics along the way. I stopped by HoP to see if they were taking soft openings. No such luck. The signage looks great though, everything has a new coat of paint. I was very pleased with the crowds, it was just the perfect level. Another quick monorail ride to the Poly and it was off to DAK! After meeting up with the gang at Dinosaur we headed to a very important park of the park. The bathrooms... BigPigletFan and I decided to explore a trail and discovered this guy. I can't tell if he's running or dancing, what do you think? EvilQueenRocks and her trusty hat. Yeehaw! So we rounded everyone up and headed over to watch Festival of the Lion King. I happen to think this is a really great show and I enjoy it very much. Due to EQR's mother's generosity, we ended up with wicked good seats. Fire! Wonder if they guy has any body hair after doing this multiple times a day? LOL Hot coals! Hot coals! My finger accidently hit the zoom button, whoops! Disco! After the show we headed over to Pizzafari for lunch. It's a really well themed counter service. Some advice for people that go, walk down the long hallway to the back, no one ever sits back there and the room is just wonderful. It's the Circle of Life... Two foxy ladies... We are always teasing EQR because she's a Nascar fan, so I borrowed this hat for a fun pic together. The orange shirts weren't planned, I swear. The fox in the background was, however. Howdy ya'll. Paws off now! Back to Dinoland we went to ride Dinosaur. The ride is crazy bouncy, it's fun but that last jaunt at the end really can shake you up! sings Just keep swimming, just keep swimming.. Oh wait, my bad... Mrs. Huxstable? Time Rover! Love the kid in the front. LOL Then EQR and I headed over for a trip aboard Everest. Bring it! Windie, Twisty, Turnie! Weeee!! It was there we departed as I wanted to hit some of the animal trails and the safari before heading home. First up was the Maharahjah Jungle Trek I think the bats were all asleep or just really hot. I have to say the best time of the day to visit any park is within the last hour of it being open. NO PEOPLE and every attraction is virtually a walk on, it's fabulous! Aww, she's got a heart shaped booty! The one in back wanted to play, the other girl wanted nothing to do with her but get cooled off in the water. Guess who won? LOL Testing the water.. Easing on in there! Ahhhhhh... If you ever get the opportunity, the theming is excellent through these areas, make sure you visit. There is really so much to see! ? I love how the CM costumes are also themed, I know it's standard all around but these looked really cool. Time to head over to Safari! Yay for no line! I got an entire row to myself, it was great! Is it me or does the buzzard look like he's eating the Rhino? So many rare animals in Africa, like this one! Elephants were out in full force as well. Charge! GO! GO! GO! As I exited I took on the Pangani Forest Trail. What the? What are you looking at? Time to head out! Yay for no people! At the exit they had the busload of characters dancing and seeing everyone out. I like it, it's a good ending to a long day. The last thing I did was stop at Rainforest Cafe and have dinner before heading home. I didn't want to eat too late so I took up a seat at the bar and enjoyed some dinner. tumbleweeds Until next time! The End __________________ Having fun is a silly business... Summer Road Trips - My Travel Blog . ------------------------- Keep Moving Forward.. Total Weight Lost: 40.0 lbs

06-28-2009, 08:44 AM	#2
Oswald the Rabbitt Mickey is not my Brother Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Fort Sam Houston Posts: 1,368	Re: Day Trip! Stitch's Last Hurrah, Festival of the Lion King and Friends! Amazing photos, DAK is such a beautiful park __________________

06-28-2009, 08:53 AM	#3
All4dISNEY At one w/ our Disneyness Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Pacific NorthWest Posts: 13,248	Re: Day Trip! Stitch's Last Hurrah, Festival of the Lion King and Friends! LOVE THESE PICS!! Just the right size crowd for my liking too. What a gr8 day!! And you weren't totally NASCAR, your shirt has sleeves. __________________ Just countin' the days til the next visit!

06-28-2009, 01:45 PM	#4
Wanda Woman Super Hero Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 3,885	Re: Day Trip! Stitch's Last Hurrah, Festival of the Lion King and Friends! Great pics, Summer! That's so weird about the Stitch show. It was like it had already been canceled, but someone forgot to tell Stitch. Bad show. I really want to go to DAK now!

06-28-2009, 02:18 PM	#5
Kritter Hold it up. Lock it Down! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Tustin Posts: 4,921 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Day Trip! Stitch's Last Hurrah, Festival of the Lion King and Friends! You always have amazing TR's! What makes you look to the right for the picture on Dinosaur? __________________ http://twitter.com/KritterHC List of attractions for 2009 Disneyland: 77 Alice in Wonderland: 18; Astro Orbitor: 2; Autopia: 1; Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: 31; Billy Hill and the Hillbillies: 1; Buzz Lightyear's Astro Blasters: 19; Casey Jr. Circus Train: 4; Celebrate! A Street Party: 73; Disneyland Railroad: 18; Davy Crocket Explorer Canoes: 1; Dumbo: 2; The Enchanted Tiki Room: 10; Fantasmic!: 26; Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage: 10; The First 50 Magical Years: 1; Flag Retreat Ceremony: 2; The Haunted Mansion: 51; Honey I Shrunk the Audience: 1; Indiana Jones Adventures: 38; It's a Small World: 38; Jungle Cruise: 12; King Arthur's Carousal: 3; Magical - A Celebration In the Stars: 21; Mark Twain: 4; Mad Tea Party: 5; Matterhorn: 19; Mr. Toad's Wild Ride: 28; Peter Pan's Flight: 13; Pinocchio's Daring Journey: 23; Pirates of the Caribbean: 53; Pixie Hollow: 8; Remember... Dreams Come True: 31; Roger Rabbit's Cartoon Spin: 17; Sailing Ship Colombia: 1; Sleeping Beauty's Castle: 11; Snow White's Scary Adventure: 18; Space Mountain: 17; Splash Mountain: 63; Star Tours: 5; Storybook Land: 3; Tarzan's Treehouse: 6; Winnie the Pooh: 21; Haunted Mansion Holidays: 2; It's a Small World Holiday: 1; Christmas Fantasy Parade: 1 Disney's California Adventures: 77 Animation Studio: 12; Blue Sky Cellar: 13; Bolt: Pre-parade: 5; Boudin's Bread Factory: 6; Bullseye's Stallion Stampede: 10; California Screamin': 32; Casey at the Bat: 12; Dot's Puddle Park: 6; Drawn to the Magic: 2; Disney's Electrical Parade: 11; Dumbo's Bucket Brigade: 7; Flik's Flyers: 3; Francis' Ladybug Boogie: 8; Golden Dreams: 1; Golden Zephyr: 3; Goofy's About Fishing: 2; Grizzly River Run: 28; Heimlich's Chew Chew Train: 6; High School Musical 3: Right Here! Right Now!: 6; It's Tough to be a Bug: 11; Jumpin' Jellyfish: 1; Maliboomer: 7; Mickey's Fun Wheel: 10; Mission Tortilla Factory: 6; Monsters Inc. Mike and Sulley to the Rescue!: 19; Mulholland Madness: 22; Muppet Vision: 9; Orange Stinger: 3; Pixar Play Parade: 31; Playhouse Disney Live!: 1; Redwood Creek Challenge Trail: 2; Soarin' Over California: 4; Sorcerer's Workshop: 6; Tower of Terror: 13; Toy Story Midway Mania: 47; Tuck & Roll Drive 'em Buggies: 1; Turtle Talk with Crush: 2; Up: Pre-parade: 11

06-28-2009, 02:59 PM	#6
naumoney Beware of Mutant Mickey! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Reedy Creek Improvement District, Fl Posts: 113	Re: Day Trip! Stitch's Last Hurrah, Festival of the Lion King and Friends! I don't know what happened to your Stitch show, I saw the show before and it was not like that. Maybe it was a rain version. I saw the last performance and it was certainly the full show. I have some pictures of the final show I may put up. __________________ Best hold on to Your Hats and Glasses, 'cause this heres the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness!

06-28-2009, 06:12 PM	#10
Stitchy keepin up with mama kin Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Hotel California Posts: 13,347	Re: Day Trip! Stitch's Last Hurrah, Festival of the Lion King and Friends! I just LOVE the tumble monkeys! Hey...did you happen to see any of those bats wearing J's sunglasses? LOL __________________ Time Don't let it slip away Raise yo' drinkin' glass Here's to yesterday -Aerosmith

06-28-2009, 07:25 PM	#11
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06-28-2009, 08:50 PM	#12
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06-28-2009, 11:50 PM	#14
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06-29-2009, 01:09 AM	#15
MickeyMaxx Mik's Best Friend MiceChat Moderator Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 3,682	Re: Day Trip! Stitch's Last Hurrah, Festival of the Lion King and Friends! Summer, you make me yearn for WDW, even though we were just there. Animal Kingdom is wonderful and the trails have such detail, and great close-up animal encounters, I think I could spend a full week vacation just in that park. Amazing photos as always! __________________ Not Carnegie, Vanderbilt, and Astor together could have raised money enough to buy a quarter share in my little dog. ---Ernest Thompson Seton

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