Thought I would leave some thoughts. Had a great time. Way too crowded however. If you didn't get an early start there was no way you were going to get on many rides. We did two days. Day 1 we were at CA by 10 am, got on some big rides and picked up a fp for screamin. Pretty much did everything by lunchtime. Before lunch went over to DL to get a fp for Space Mountain. Was a good thing because we probably wouldn't have gotten on.
It was really hot so we went back to the pool for a couple of hours ready to hit DL and some rides. Lines were long but we got another fast pass and did BTMRR and SM. The fireworks were incredible after dinner at the sushi place at PP. However, it was still crowded and we weren't able to do too many rides with the 45-60 min waits. I thought people would leave by the evening since this was a Sunday, but no go. We were only able to get on Small World since we happened to be there when they re-opened. Tried to get on Peter Pan 3 times over the two days, but was always at least 45 mins.
Disney really needs to expand the fp program. I know they were looking at programming fast passes for you throughout the day. I really think it is necessary. It was exhausting running between the two parks to get fp's.
Grand Californian was great, spent a lot of time in front of the big fire. My only complaint here, is trying to get a drink at the pool. What kind of resort doesn't have waiters or at least a pool bar?
Second day we got a late start and only went on a couple of rides in each park. It was hot and crowded. My daughter who lives in the area went back the following Sunday to use the remaining day on the ticket, but crowded again and didn't really get to go on anything.
All in all a good trip. Spent a ton of $ on food, but ate well!
LDinCT
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