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We left Rafiki's and made our way to the safari to pick up FPs before riding EE. On our way we saw Devine. I have always wanted to see her. She was really cool and very pretty.

We also stopped for a pic of the kids by the Tree of Life.

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We enjoyed EE although the Yeti was not working properly. Our safari was OK. We did not see too many animals. No giraffes or ostriches and only one elephant. We enjoyed the animals we did see though. One Rhino was very close to the truck and we had to slow as not to hit him. They had been in the road for the truck in front of us. So we got to see him really closely.

Here are a few more.

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I am always amazed at how fast the time goes. It was late afternoon already.

After the safari we went over to Dinoland for a bit and the kids rode PW, DH and I had ice cream. I used to ride PW with them, but it's just not my cup of tea anymore.

We had done everything we wanted to do that day and it was still pretty early, like 4:00. While the kids were on PW DH had been on the internet with his Blackberry and he planned a surprise for us. He told me we were going to DtD, but that's it.

Getting to DtD from the parks can be tricky. We wanted to take the shortest route possible, I don't know of this was it, but we were on our way in no time and got to DtD in like 20 mins.

We got on a AKL bus, got off there, and waited for a DtD bus.

When we arrived a DtD I began to get off at Market place as that is where we usually go for shopping, Ghirardelli, the Lego Store and such. However, DH said stay on we are going to go to the West side. As soon as he told me this I knew what he had planned, but I didn't tell the kids.

We got off the bus and DH sent the kids and I over to Wetzels Pretzels for a snack while he went in to AMC to get tickets for a movie.

we walked around the shops for a bit. DS loved watching the magician in the magic shop and we all enjoyed the candy store.

It was time for our movie and DH finally told the kids we were going to see Bolt in 3-D. Here they are with their glasses.

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This would end our day. We got dinner off property at a barbecue place that we enjoy and then made our way back to the RV. Tomorrow would be our last day to visit, then back to GA for Christmas.

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Our final day in FL would be split between 2 parks. We were up early again to try and make rope drop at MK. We missed it by 7 mins. . However, I learned something most of you probably knew already. Getting there that early rocks! We rode so many rides with no wait at all.

We rode the train back to FL to get FP's for BTMR. We walked right on and had FPs for another ride later.

Around 9:30 we split up as DD and I wanted to meet Tink and friends. DH and DS went to TL to see about becoming Space Rangers. They rode 4 times in a row without waiting. By the time DD and I arrived to meet them there was still no wait at all.

Anyhow, the fairies were really great. Now, Tink did not look exactly how I thought she should, but their mannerisms and interaction with the children was fantastic. They were playful and funny and they interacted with each other. They took their time and you didn't feel rushed at all. They talked to each child and asked them questions and really made them feel special. We only had to wait like 5 mins. because we were only like 4th in line. They take you in in small groups, so there was a group ahead of us and then we were in the 2nd group. By the time we came out the line was outside of the tent building. So, if you are going to meet the fairies I highly recommend getting there when MTTF opens.

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Our plan was to spend 1/2 the day here as we wanted to try and get to Sea World for a bit before our trip was out. So, we stayed at MK until around 12:30. In that time we rode BTMR 2X, SM, Space Ranger Spin like 5X, the kids did Stitch's Great Escape, PoC, Mickey's Philharmagic, and the train.

We plan to try and get there early from now on. Sometimes it is tough getting up that early, but it was so worth it.

Here are a few misc. pics.

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We stopped at McDonalds for lunch on the way to Sea World. We were excited to try some new things while we were there. They had a simulator ride just for the holidays based on the Polar Express. The kids were also looking forward to riding the Kraken.

We arrived to see some holiday decorations.

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One thing that was kind of cool was that they were filming Wheel of Fortune live from Sea World that day and if you wanted to you could get free tickets to be in the audience. We discussed it and decided not to, but we saw Pat and Vanna on the stage from a distance.

Our first order of business was to see about feeding some animals. DD always loves doing this and animal interaction is one of my favorite things about Sea World. We arrived some time around 2:00 and the next feeding time was at 3:00 so we first fed some sting rays. There is a booth right near the tank and you can feed them.

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Next they let us get in the line to purchase food for the dolphins and I took some pics while we are waiting. My only complaint about this experience is that it is very difficult to take pics of your family. Everyone is crowded together and you can't get good shots. If we do this the next time I think we will hold on to our fish for a bit and wait until some of the crowd thins out. So here are my pics.

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Now it was time for some rides. The kids rode the Kraken followed by Journey to Atlantis. There were very short wait time here as well. My kids waited about 15 mins. for Kraken and that is only because they like to sit in the front. The regular wait was only 5 mins.

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Next it was off to ride the Polar Express simulator. It had a 60 mins. wait and we enjoyed Return to Zero who were performing right by the attraction.

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After the kids were finished we took in some animal attractions like the sharks..

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...the penguins...

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...and sea lions.

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Our day ended in Shamu stadium for a special Christmas show. It was called Shamu Christmas...Miracles. It was really great. They played Christmas music while we waited and showed the lyrics on the large screen karaoke style, then they showed audience members singing. It was fun. I love the killer whales and am always amazed by their behaviors and their relationships with the trainers.

Before the show began there was this amazing saxaphone players. He played Christmas carols. He was really good.