Our first full day in Disney and we decided to head to Magic Kingdom since that is after all the original park and probably the best...in my opinion. It really has the most things that Julia and Andrew would enjoy. So excited for Julia and Andrew to experience the magic! We drove the first day to the park and learned our lesson. It's much better to take the bus at the resort since it drops you off right in front of the gates. We drove and then we had to take a tram and then either the ferry or the monorail. The kids enjoyed all the different modes of transportation so I guess it all worked out. We had some trouble with our tickets the first day and it took us longer to get into the park than we hoped but we made it.
Of course seeing the castle for the first time walking down Main Street USA is awesome. Before going Julia often asked if we were going to see 'the real castle' and my response was 'yes, the real castle!'
Family photo before we walked any further. Even Mickey and Minnie Mouse are in the photo...they kinda got dragged all around Disney World with us.
Once we got a little closer there was a show that just started on stage and we got to see lots of characters including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Cinderella, Snow White, Aurora and the princes.
Yes, Julia stayed up there for the entire show so she could get a better view. I remember sitting on my dad's shoulders when I was young so I could see better too and now it was my turn to give Julia the better view. I love being a mommy!
Our first ride...It's a Small World. It's such a classic, you've got to love it!
It's a small world after all...It's a small world after all.
Next ride...the carousel. Julia wasn't all that interested in sitting on the horse but felt much safer with a seat belt...such a safety girl.
Andrew on the other hand loved the carousel...probably his favorite ride. Looks like we'll be going on the carousel at our local mall a bit more often.
Julia and Daddy on Dumbo. Julia said this was her favorite ride.
Pure Disney happiness! She loved the Mickey and Minnie Mouse stuffed animals.
Afternoon parade.
We loved seeing Cinderella and Prince Charming!
The Beast from Beauty and the Beast.
Another magnificent view of the castle.
Totally wiped out from all the fun activities!
Taking the ferry back to our resort for an afternoon nap so we can stay up super late to see the Electrical Parade and fireworks.
All rested and ready to head back to Magic Kingdom. Can she get any cuter?
Julia and Daddy ready to go.
This time we took the monorail just because it's fun. Andrew loved it and would have rode it all day.
Julia and Mommy ready for some more fun.
We went on the carousel again since we passed it and Andrew really wanted to go on it and there was no wait so why not.
This time I decided to ride on a horse too. It looks so pretty with all the lights at night. We went on lots of other rides too like Magic Carpets of Aladdin, Under the Sea, and Peter's Pan Flight.
Some fun toys that spin and light up for the parade and fireworks.
Julia of course picked out the Minnie Mouse one.
Julia and Andrew enjoyed being next to each other in the double stroller that we borrowed from a friend. Having fun enjoying a snack and waiting for the fireworks to begin.
Andrew was totally passed out in the car on the way home which is no surprise since this picture was taken at 11:30. Such a fun day and looking forward to a relaxing day tomorrow.
Can you tour the castle? The kids look so happy, but they always do anyway, great for me to be able to experience it through all these great pictures!!!! Thanks Nicole for all the work putting it together. It is so wonderful.
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