mcjaco Posted October 22, 2008 Posted October 22, 2008 Yep, it's that time of year. October. Time for beer, wine and food. Perhaps with a little more beer. Nah, make it a lot more beer, and ONE fruity drink just for good measure. It's also time to visit my favoritist place in all the land. Disney World, and more importantly, EPCOT. OUr travels took us too many more exotic locales, such as USF, IOA, BGA, and of course, Old Town. Which is where we start this fabulous journey. It was my first time, and I picked up a credit, picked on Larry, and saw some trully awesome carnies. So come along and ride on a fantastic voyage. Here's day 1! Piers + really girly wine = too much fun. Perhaps fattening up at Carraba's will keep help keep me safe. Back at the house, we got our room assignments. Guy??? GUY!!!!! King 4?!!! Oh no! Acer Joe? Sky Coaster meet your match. Such a cute pair. Drop tower credit skipped, number 207. The UK clan, or a picture attempting to capture "Knives and Things?" You decide. Larry shows he's down with bling. He's so 2005. Shananigans aplenty. What better way to start a trip than with a Wacky Worm credit? Whores. All of you! We begin at Old Town. It hosts the "best attraction in all of Kissimee." For an upcharge of course, and a toothless host.
mcjaco Posted October 22, 2008 Author Posted October 22, 2008 While most of the group went to Wet N Wild the following morning, myself, Lou, Cameron and Brad headed over to Epcot. I was back in orgasmic bliss. My favorite park, at my favorite time. The Food and Wine Festival. One of my favorite things to do is show people around that haven't really "experienced" Epcot. Brad got to be the guinea pig that morning, as we showed him most everything of importance in Future World. The afternoon led us around the World Showcase lagoon, drinking and eating our way around. Really, if you've never been to Epcot at this time of the year, you are missing out. It's fabulous! While the group watched Illuminations, I ran back to Future World to grab some night pavillion shots. At one point, a friendly security guard led me around to get some great shots. Gotta love Disney! Be forewarned this is Spaceship Earth intensive! I'm spent. See you tomorrow! Spaceship Earth during Illuminations. It's lighting is subdued during the show. Yes. I am that nerdy. Blah. This is just guady. Security led me over hear behind the ropes for a close up. Where else would that happen? It was a sweet full moon. They've just recently lit the pyramid up again. It does look awesome. Imagination at night is still awe inspiring. Too bad the pavillion isn't. Jolly, jolly, jolly! Wes. I miss you. I've never been the virst to past this vay. Nor have I veen the last. Many of you didn't know this, but Cameron is really Mexican. First stop on the food quest. Mexico. Long live the Fightin' Irish! Renee faces the wrath of Beverly! Trips with Lou always seem to be ducktastic. Bastards. Scott, this one is for you. This so seriously needs a refurb. 37 minutes of Ellen is 37 minutes too many. Innoventions saw Lou terrified from grass man. Then it was off to see Nemo. With a side of Spaceship Earth. Yum! We begin our tour at Figment. Without Imagination. I didn't quite dig the theme this year, but food is food. And beer is...well awesome! Tissues! STAT! Some more giggity. Oh giggity! I have returned!
Erik Johnson Posted October 22, 2008 Posted October 22, 2008 I just wanted to let you know that your camera kicks all kinds of butt.
thecoasterkid Posted October 22, 2008 Posted October 22, 2008 Nice start to your update! I had a BLAST at the Food and Wine Festival. Definitely one of the key highlights of the trip for me. Epcot is still my favourite Disney park, has been since I was a kid. Was nice meeting you and hanging out a bit while down there!
live2tell75 Posted October 22, 2008 Posted October 22, 2008 Bravo Matt! It was good to see you during the trip. You got some awesome shots. I agree that Epcot is very orgasmic! It is one of my favorite parks. Looking forward to the rest of your TR.
BeemerBoy Posted October 22, 2008 Posted October 22, 2008 Muchas gracias mi amigo. Although it really sucks having to see these reports, since we couldn't make it down there to join in the festivities.
Chrissie Posted October 22, 2008 Posted October 22, 2008 Jealous!!! Awesome update! Look forward to seeing more.
cfc Posted October 22, 2008 Posted October 22, 2008 I didn't quite dig the theme this year, but food is food. And beer is...well awesome! I agree completely. It was so strange hearing the Alice in Wonderland music in Future World. But the spicy beef empanada, the pot stickers, the cheddar cheese soup, the festival special brew . . . oh, yeah. It was great hanging out with you, Matt--even if I did scare you.
emily>piers Posted October 22, 2008 Posted October 22, 2008 Wicked pics Matt! The one of Piers and Robb is amazing, they look like they're dancing! Off to HHN again tonight, fun!! E xxx
mcjaco Posted October 23, 2008 Author Posted October 23, 2008 So onto day three. Or the day that the Magic Kingdom decided to play a mean, mean trick on me. We started the day off at MGM....errrr, Disney Hollywood Studios. I was glad we were spending the day there, as I unfortunately missed it last year during our visit. I anxiously awaited RnRC, only to decide it wasn't all the great anymore. Which is pretty much how I feel about the whole park, with the exception of Toy Story (or F*&%in') Mania. It's a blast. By the end of a day of tom foolery, we headed over to the Magic Kingdom for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. Loads of candy, and short lines for much of the night. Somewhere between a ride on Splash Mountain, Big Thunder and the Haunted Mansion, my phone decided to slip into the darkness of the night (or my pocket), and become one with the park. I'm really hoping it's the 1000 happy haunt, but it still hasn't been returned, so I'm guessing it's in the Brer Patch, or on top or bottom of Big Thunder. Poo. OK, onto the pictures! One more picture of the clan. Perhaps the last known time my phone was with me. Boo to You. And you, and you, and you! I call this, Deep Thoughts With Chuck. Nothing beats the castle's lighting packages. Ha. I said packages. Slaphappiness begins. Monsters roam. Tomorrowland sucks. It's lighting, however, still kicks butt. Where's the Halloween lighting? Bastards! It's like coming to the end of the rainbow! The candy rainbow! which means Chuck gets the stockades! As do carnivores..... Pirates come out..... Darkness falls..... Yay for baseball scarecrows. I really like the Halloweenie themeing. Yay! Candy! Gathering up the second wind. Another one to fill the Scott quota in the updates. We leave with the seeing the single greatest Pixar character ever. Or Chuck as Boba Fett. Chuck playing with dolls. I'm having flashbacks to Spaceballs. OK. OK! No more pictures! Ice cream boobs complete with nippleage. The Just OK Movie Ride. Sounds Boring! Fangirls again. Still one of the best shows in WDW. Bjork, bjork. Looks like Big Mike isn't the only one that can kick Larry's a$$. Whore. Love the queue theming. Artsy Fartsy. Yum! Midway Mania! Curses to the stupid hat. Ask Chuck. He loves it. I have no idea how I've missed this all these years. Look up dumb ass. :rolleyes: Cameron. Texting with all his many fangirls. Speaking of gorgeous. I mean look at it. It's gorgeous! I do love the Hollywood Blvd. theming. Like the wand before it, the friggin' hat needs to go.
dandaman Posted October 23, 2008 Posted October 23, 2008 I think the shirt really completes Cameron's "colour wheel explosion" look. Security led me over hear behind the ropes for a close up. Where else would that happen? Was he on a Segway? 'Cause the exact same opportunity was given to me last October. (Disney cast > anywhere else.) Any Epcot TR is appreciated... any Scott TR is of equal measure... therefore a fanboy-appraisal is in order. Nice stuff. I remember making a feeble attempt at an M:S picture from behind the ropes near Innoventions East, and a CM noticed and led me right up to here. It was AWESOME.
nay Posted October 23, 2008 Posted October 23, 2008 Great TR so far. It was a blast hanging out with you guys last week! It sucks that your phone never turned up, though. And wow, I could not look more awful drinking that Beverly. That stuff is vile.
downunder Posted October 23, 2008 Posted October 23, 2008 Is Beverly like a really bitter cola? Wish I could have come to Orlando but a new job and 10,000 miles got in the way. I'd love to check out Halloween in LA and Orlando.
Cameron Posted October 23, 2008 Posted October 23, 2008 [several cracks about me and my phone...] At least I have a phone! Cameron.
cfc Posted October 23, 2008 Posted October 23, 2008 Is Beverly like a really bitter cola? More like an astringent aftershave.
dandaman Posted October 23, 2008 Posted October 23, 2008 Eric (EBL) said it best with "liquid failure in a cup".
mcjaco Posted October 24, 2008 Author Posted October 24, 2008 On to day four. It would be our first non-Disney stop, not including the odd, but charming Old Town/Fun Spot visit on day one. Yep, onto Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios America's Wang. Last year had been my first visit to these parks, and I really dug IOA's theming. Between Animal Kingdom and IOA, I don't think there are two parks better themed in the US. I give AK the upper hand though, as IOA gets a little lost in Marvel Island, and comic's from 20 years ago section. Seriously, no one needs to see Cathy spread eagle, and who the hell reads Marmaduke? Being a serious chicken poo poo, I elected to skip HHN and head home for a screening of Dave's flick pick, "Shark Attack 3." I'm sure HHN was scary, but not nearly as scary as the production values of this steaming pile of cinematic bliss. I'm wired. Without further ado, here we go! This littel guy met me when we arrived home. For Shark Attack 3!!!!! The many faces of TPR. Typically. Yes. Back over to IOA for a few quick rides, and one picture of a ralphing restaurant thingamadude. USF > USH. Hands down. Sorry Jew. We've been telling Joe this for years. I still have no idea how to score on this damn ride. Simpsons. Meh. The 3D characters just seemed so out of place it lost it's luster for me. Silly customer. You cannot hurt the twinkie! We spied Curious George getting an enema. Or Chuck flying you home! Or the mystery machine. Or jack-o-laterns hanging in trees. Frightening things like Bloody Mary were all over. Exclusive shot. I know, I know. Booooring. After the tour we headed over to USF. Run away Kristen! What's scarier? HHN or being ogled by both the Eric/Erik Johnsons? We got a back scenes tour of two of the mazes, and a Q&A session with Michael Roddy. R&E seriously get awesome perks for these "side" trips. Speaking of cool. It's Lou and Divv! Whimsical. Although never a fan of Dr. Seuss, this is still pretty cool. I always wanted Ford to release a JP edition Explorer. Minus the T-Rex following you home. One thread un-stickied. One vertical loop. You figure it out. Weeeeeeee. Adults behaving like children. Would you want it any other way? So cool. Seriously awesome play area. First stop was Camp Jurassic to get the Flyer's credit. "Mission accomplished," says Renee and the stranger that rode with her. Oh, it certainly does. Any park that greets me with a phalic symbol is alright by me. Welcome! Now be prepared for the longest walk of your life!
Big Mike Posted October 24, 2008 Posted October 24, 2008 Looks like Big Mike isn't the only one that can kick Larry's a$$. Viewed: 268 Time(s) Classic!
TheRapidsNerd Posted October 24, 2008 Posted October 24, 2008 Ok, yet more proof positive why I should get to USF/IOA/HHN PDQ. Some great photos and a fun group. Enjoying the updates Matt. Great stuff!
mcjaco Posted October 24, 2008 Author Posted October 24, 2008 Looks like Big Mike isn't the only one that can kick Larry's a$$. Viewed: 268 Time(s) Classic! Ask Larry if he went back to ride all by himself, to "improve."
mcjaco Posted October 25, 2008 Author Posted October 25, 2008 So the next day we were off to Busch Gardens. Last year was strickly a credit run, as Robb had set up a video shoot for the Starliner at Cypress Gardens. This year, I wanted to see more Busch.....errrr, I want to see more of the Busch.....yeah. Living ten minutes south of SFGAm, I felt completely bummed out at the beauty of this park. I WISH this was my home park. Great coasters, and awesome theming. Oh, and turtles getting it on! Then it was back to the houses for a rousing good time in the pools, and eating meat. As in bratwursts, and hamburgers, you sickos. I swear I only had four! Last update tomorrow. I'm off to a beer tasting. Drinks were had. Joe taking a dip. Filling the Scott quota, while going to WDW Lost & Found. Proof that I drank more than fruity drinks. Welcome to Meerkat Manor. Lovely. And do many other kinky things. Egyptians knew how to store beer. Yay, for air conditioning! Yay for Montu! The middle turtle totally cock blocked. Horny. What do you get when you cross an elephant and a rhino? El if I know. Last year the water side wasn't working. I'm still not sure I missed much. The Dark Knight. Hector's wet, hot a$$. Me wonders who got Larry wet......mu ha ha ha ha! The pop up was popular. Just remember to watch your head! Excuse me. Have you seen my friend Baloo? He's a fat blue bear. We checked out Jungala. Which was awesome. Kumba, however.......it's the dish! I still don't get the hype over this coaster. It does nothing for me. Dive, dive, dive! OK. Gwazi was the first ride, but I decided it was not worthy of a picture. So instead, I give you Sheikra. Awwww. Oh Cameron, surely you've been attacked by a topiary tiger before.
dandaman Posted October 25, 2008 Posted October 25, 2008 Is that a Hidden Mickey in the pavement under Larry's crotch?
TheRapidsNerd Posted October 25, 2008 Posted October 25, 2008 Just about every caption had me chuckling. Awesome!
RCFreak Posted October 26, 2008 Posted October 26, 2008 Hector's wet, hot a$$. I would post the picture of yours, but that's not appropriate for a family site lol. Thanks for taking such a flattering picture of my backside though, and it was great hanging out with you guys that day!
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