Wow that security line. We fly out of Newark, which you would think would be horrendous in terms of security lines. But it's not that bad. MCO is way way way way worse. I also get claustrophobic in that line, the way you can't see where you are headed. Ugh. There are a lot of nice things about MCO (the car rental set up is awesome) but security is not one of them.
In all of our trips, we've never seen a backlog at security like this before......and we've flown on a couple of holiday weekends in the past, as well as during Christmas/New Years. I must say, the TSA staff were all pretty calm....but I bet they went home and uncorked a bottle of wine at the end of that shift!!
I guess we got very lucky. Not as big a line when we went to Christmas in Orlando and even in San Diego. I hope this luck continues this Christmas trip.
Never heard of Tim Horton's until we were in NF. It was in the casino across the street from the Sheraton we stayed at, and well, since breakfast was not included with our stay, we quickly made a trip to the casino every morning. It's one of the few places that my DD will drink the hot chocolate.
Great ending to a great trip. So funny to be on the same plane as another Diser. It always passes the time better when you get to talk to others.
Oh well, it's snowing now, so I am bundling up, as it's just about freezing in temperature too..
Carry on....
I can't imagine life without my Tim Hortons coffee. We actually picked out a nice empty lot on International Drive, right near Red Robin, where we think is the perfect spot for the first Orlando "Timmies". With all the snowbirds who winter in the south, I would think it would be one of the most popular establishments on the street. Now, to find some investors to help make the dream happen....
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This was actually a record-setting trip for Dismeets. Three different people, all on the same vacation! So awesome!
Except for the TSA screeners. I have hit three different screeners at MCO who were very pleasant, one who was a complete hoot; had the whole line in stitches. And I bet that is one of the best ways to spot the bad guys - special screening for the guy who won't crack a smile...
I wish you weren't driving in March, or you could be our guinea pig and test that theory.
But I have to agree.....most of the TSA staff we have encountered at MCO have been nothing but friendly. Even when we had the 5' pink dolphin that was too large to be scanned, they went above and beyond to make sure that dolphin could fly.
This makes me angry for your brother and his fiance. How did someone know there was money in the purse? Why didn't someone see someone take an envelope out of a purse and then put the purse back? I call BS and my spidey sense says the TSA agents in Tampa are thieves. One saw the envelope of money in her purse on the scanner and another lifted it while she was personally scanned and the last one discouraged calling the police. There are video cameras EVERYWHERE in security. EVERYWHERE. The thief would have been certainly been caught on tape. If I lost $600 in cash between putting a bag on a TSA scanner and picking it up at the other end you bet your butt I would have called the police even if it meant I would have missed my flight.
Ugh....I hate to think that's the case
. I know its unrealistic, but I want the world to be better than that.
So did you check that ticket yet? I had all the numbers on my Lotto Max....unfortunately on two different tickets.
Bummer on your brothers stolen money. He should have made more of a fuss over it. Things get stolen all the time and they can look at the security video and then find the thief at the gates. Stealing or being in possession of stolen good is a serious thing in the state of FL. You can go to jail for just finding something and not turning it in.
I thought we had a crazy long line at security in Dec. but you are the winner for sure. I think we waited in line for about 30 minutes total. Just a little tip....always arrive at MCO no less than 2 hours before your flight. 90 minutes is not a good idea at that airport.
Alas, we weren't the big winners on this week's lotto draw. Fingers crossed we might claim the jackpot on Saturday evening!
We're two hour people at MCO too.....I'd rather have an extra 30 minutes to Facebook while lounging at the gate than the panic at security wondering if we'll make it through in time. I'm not much of a "live on the edge" type of gal
. But you probably already figured that out
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That makes a whole lot of sense. You could be right on with that theory.
It was great to finally meet Gina and family. I wasn't sure we were going to make the flight as we approached that line. Thankfully we did, with a little time to spare, and chat.
I am sorry I gave Jake the heebie jeepies for the ocean, personally I share that with him after my man o war sting. 6 weeks later and I still have a scar! Tells a better story than any tat
Hope to be able too meet up again. Great trip report. 30 days til deperature day for us, looking forward to it, but dreading the coming home blahs afterwards!!
Who knew that such evil lurked so close to the shore?
I am betting that you might bear a mark from that encounter for a long, long time to come (if not permanently). It's the kind of war story you'll be able to tell around the campfire to your grandkids in 10 years!!
Another great trip report! Have you ever thought about a career as a writer? Your writing style is incredible, quite a gift. Can't wait for the next trip, I get nervous when you don't have a trip planned, that's how much I love your reports!
Aw, you are way too generous with your praise
. I actually sometimes re-read some of the entries and think....oh, I could have said that so much more eloquently!! It doesn't help that I usually blurt out my entries between bites of my peanut butter sandwich over lunch
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A writer, though, would be such an amazing job. As long as I could pen my manuscript from a chair on a verandah overlooking the ocean
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Oohhh Noooooooo, can't believe it's (nearly) over, I have so enjoyed your Christmas report. It is always special to us as we went for our Honeymoon for Christmas and have been a few times since at that time of year.
So the final total is next ( I try not to think of that, bite size chunks are better!)
While the total was tough to see, we actually came in a tad under what we expected. So while the bill was high, it wasn't as high as we had anticipated.....which made it a bit easier to bear!!
Well that's almost a wrap! Thank you for sharing your trip with all of us once again. It's always so great to read about your family adventures and it helps build the excitement for our upcoming trips! Once again I am armed with some new restaurants and things to try that you've told us about.
And soon we plan for April/May trips, where maybe we can arrange a meet if it works during our overlapping days!
I am absolutely up for a meet once you arrive (and before we head back home). We're at the Vistana from April 24th to May 1st, then at the Residence Inn Seaworld from May 1st to May 3rd. We'll have to compare schedules and see what might work!
Sad that this TR is over.... Will be waiting for the April one !!! I too will be staying at the Sheraton end of April .
It will be an interesting read.
I say we make a date to meet at the Tiki Bar for drinks in monkey-faced coconuts
. Do you know what section of the resort you might be in, or plan to request?)
Anyone else getting a bit of the post trip report blues?
Yes!!! MEEEEEEEEEEE!
It can't be the end!!! It just can't!!! I love your TR's, they are so fun, full of great advice, pictures and fun (oh I mentioned that LOL) but really can't wait for your next one!!
Aw, thank you so much!! I think the "fun" comes from the great folks who post here, though (yourself included
). You all really are a fun bunch to hang around with
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!! And of course since it is 4 years away may not be totally out of the question-which totally ticked off her oldest sister hehe.
. When the grandkids come along, though, its something we'll have to keep in mind!! 
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She was just over last night, wanting an update on the trip plans. Her biggest request? A birthday button 
