July 13-15
My good friend Ellie planned a Girls weekend for us
at the Dolphin resort & Epcot in Orlando.
Friday after work I met up with Ellie and on our way we went ....
in Ellie's Hummer
which only took us a hour to get to our weekend destination .
We checked in the resort.
The way we both packed you would think we were staying a month.
My mother in-law Carol just bought me a Vera Bradley
Mocha -Rouge luggage piece that I was excited to use for my trip.
My mother in-law Carol just bought me a Vera Bradley
Mocha -Rouge luggage piece that I was excited to use for my trip.
Ellie is Ready to go explore the resort .
We had a crib in our room which we both didn't hesitate
to have housekeeping take it away !!!
Coffee area - Starbucks
We found out that there is no Starbucks on Disney property
so we were both happy that the Dolphin resort provides
Starbucks coffee so we could make it in our room !
( Ellie & I really like coffee!!!)
The Dolphin resort is located right near Epcot
so we decided to take the scenic route by walking there .
(A few pics of the Dolphin Resort grounds)
A pic from a distance of the Boardwalk & Epcot.
As you can see we made coffee for the walk !
I had to take a picture of this creepy spider ....
I hate SPIDERS!!!!!
We arrived at Epcot !!!
Friendships Pic!
We ate dinner in Japan !
(It is our Epcot Ritual to eat in Japan)
Udon soup with Tempura shrimp & Chicken Teriyaki
The Chicken wasn't that good I'm picky on how chicken is cooked
so there were ducks hangin around so I gave my chicken to them !
They are so cute I couldn't resist feeding them !
Here I am feeding the ducks !
I'm surprised these ducks didn't gnaw on my legs.
I'm known to being attacked by birds...lol
I'm known to being attacked by birds...lol
Nice view from Japan of Spaceship Earth !!!
We were having fun with some Disney attire.
At Disney adults are only kids grown up!
As you can see we both are proudly wearing
our Disney pin collections!
As you can see we both are proudly wearing
our Disney pin collections!
We went to the Police Tribute concert .
He seriously sounded just like "STING"
We enjoyed a few songs .
Some of our favorite tunes :
Every breath You take
Message in a bottle
Some of our favorite tunes :
Every breath You take
Message in a bottle
We walked around Epcot .
We started to get thirsty & Ellie was in the mood for
Margaritas so off to Mexico we go.....
We had a combination of Lime, Strawberry, & Mango Margarita !!!!
Yummy!
We did some Hat shopping .
Ellie ended up buying this one !
(My favorite Disney Character Goofy -I wonder why .....hmmmm?)
All the Princesses....
We watched the fireworks
then headed by boat to the Boardwalk!
The Boardwalk .
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We did some more Boardwalk shopping .
Cat Cora Restaurant -Food Network Iron Chef
( of course I had to take a picture of that -Big fan of the Food Network)
Then we ended up at the Candy store !
Then we decided to hit the night clubs.
We had a few more drinks and Ellie was ready to DANCE........
Ellie!
Pati !
Notice I'm wearing tennis shoes because I have shin splints
& Ellie is dancing barefoot.
& Ellie is dancing barefoot.
They were Playing Journey -Steve Perry !!!!
Gotta dance to that !!!!
Ellie was like Dancing with the Stars !!!!
She had the whole club cheering her on !!!!!
It was getting close to 2 AM & we were hungry again
so we headed back to the resort.
Todd English Restaurant
(Another Famous Chef I follow& I own his Green Pan cookware)
They were closed. I would of loved to sample his menu.
So we ate at Picabu Buffeteria and had a sandwich.
Ellie imitating the art deco on the wall .
Nice Decor at the resort !
Shooting star on the ceiling.
When you wish upon a star
Makes no difference who you are
Anything your heart desires
Will come to you
If your heart is in your dream
No request is too extreme
When you wish upon a star
As dreamers do
Fate is kind
She brings to those who love
The sweet fulfillment of
Their secret longing
Like a bolt out of the blue
Fate steps in and sees you through
When you wish upon a star
Your dreams come true
Fate is kind
She brings to those who love
The sweet fulfillment of
Their secret longing
Like a bolt out of the blue
Fate steps in and sees you through
When you wish upon a star
Your dreams come true!
Makes no difference who you are
Anything your heart desires
Will come to you
If your heart is in your dream
No request is too extreme
When you wish upon a star
As dreamers do
Fate is kind
She brings to those who love
The sweet fulfillment of
Their secret longing
Like a bolt out of the blue
Fate steps in and sees you through
When you wish upon a star
Your dreams come true
Fate is kind
She brings to those who love
The sweet fulfillment of
Their secret longing
Like a bolt out of the blue
Fate steps in and sees you through
When you wish upon a star
Your dreams come true!
*Note: Fast forward to see Jiminy Cricket sing .
I made my wish ....Hope it comes true !!!!
Pretty Floral Display.
Stylish Lights!
The Dolphin Fountain!
We had a great Friday Night & off to bed we went.
Rise and shine !!!!!
The next morning our feet were killing us - we even soaked our feet in the hot tub last night too, so Ellie made the bath tub like a spa treatment for our feet while we enjoyed our coffee!
Ellie had blisters on her feet ....Barefoot dancin will do that to ya.
Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh..........
Well at least this gave us a chance to enjoy our coffee &
to catch up on girl talk .... lol!
Now we were ready to hit the pool & relax !!!!!
Pic of the Swan resort .
The Dolphin Statue.
Great Pool !
Rum &
50 Shades of Grey!!!!
Ellie enjoying her Rum & Diet coke
& she is already on the 3rd book !
& she is already on the 3rd book !
We decided to read & drink under the cave & waterfall.
Now for some sun .....
Love the waterfall!!!!
So refreshing !
Lunch Poolside!
Jacuzzi Time !
Sore muscles -No more !!!!
Ahhhh Moment !
Ellie got a Rum buzz on -Hula hoopin !!!
She got better at it as when all the kids join in on the action !
Ellie headed to the room for a well needed nap ...lol !
As for me I checked out the swan boats however,
I didn't want to look stupid with me solo riding
on a Swan so I passed on the paddle boats.
I didn't want to look stupid with me solo riding
on a Swan so I passed on the paddle boats.
More Ducks !
I called my husband, Rick, while I chilled out on the hammock.
Nice day to nap in the sun !
The Mandara Spa in the Dolphin Resort
The Galleriá Sottil
While Ellie was napping I stopped in the art gallery at the Dolphin Resort featuring exquisite original paintings and sculptures
by noted artist Luis Sottil, as well as several other world-renowned
artists.
I liked this one of the Giraffes
We then got ready to go to Epcot for another evening of fun.
Ellie is now Refreshed !
Wanted to see if I could find more Goofy pins .
He is so discriminated at Disney. Lol !
We walked around and ended up
in the United Kingdom Pavilion which is a cultural area in Epcot.
in the United Kingdom Pavilion which is a cultural area in Epcot.
We strolled down cobble-stone streets
among old-world British architecture and gardens.
among old-world British architecture and gardens.
I love gardening reminds me of my grandmother she would always have
something growing from flowers to herbs, & vegetables
which my sister follows in her footsteps
something growing from flowers to herbs, & vegetables
which my sister follows in her footsteps
-me not so much I don't have much of a green thumb but I try !
Herb Garden of Basil & Rosemary .
There is always a Rabbit in a Garden.
Then we ventured into a short hedge maze.
Ellie with her coffee! I told you we really like our coffee!
Tea time !
One of my favorite tea brands- Twinings Tea.
I had to go in this store I also love tea!
I always have a variety of teas at home from chai, green,
chamomile, white, oolong & black tea .
I'm always stocked up on Twinings English Breakfast tea .
English Jewels .
My mom would love this tea kettle of Cats !
At my house I have my grandmother's Tea Kettle China
set on display in my China closet .
set on display in my China closet .
I would love to have a tea collection with tea kettles , saucers,
& cups , however my husband would kill me
if I brought any home since I have about 3 sets already ...lol
& cups , however my husband would kill me
if I brought any home since I have about 3 sets already ...lol
Alice in Wonderland Tea Party !
Love the cast iron cookware which I do own a mini cast iron tea kettle.
I also collect Russel Wright Vintage antique aluminum dinnerware
pieces that looks like what is on display on the fireplace mantel.
I also collect Russel Wright Vintage antique aluminum dinnerware
pieces that looks like what is on display on the fireplace mantel.
We decided to eat dinner in Paris, France .
They say it is the best spot to watch the firework show !
They say it is the best spot to watch the firework show !
Replica of the Eiffel Tower.
We didn't have a big appetite since we had a big lunch.
We were in the mood for French Bread & Cheese .
Boulangerie Patisserie
They have a few savory items, such as those delicious cheese plates, quiche,
rustic ham and cheese tartine, baguettes with jambon (ham) and
fromage (cheese), and cheese-filled croissants.
fromage (cheese), and cheese-filled croissants.
Cheese Plate -Brie was my favorite.
All the pastries looked yummy !
So tempting but I passed on the Chocolate croissants.
Fleur De Li
I also collect anything from jewelry to clothing with Fleur De Li.
We ate inside and the fireworks were about to start
so we finished our dinner by the fountain.
Perfect spot to watch the fireworks.
Reflection of Earth
We had a few trees in our view still fantastic firework show !
We had an awesome time at Epcot
especially eating, drinking & shopping !
especially eating, drinking & shopping !
Lights Out !
Back to the resort !
GOOD FRIENDS!
Thanks Ellie !!!!
I had an awesome time !
It was a long time since we did a Girl's weekend -Way overdue!
Now time to pack-Why did I bring so many clothes ...lol !
I had a nice Girl's Weekend Getaway in Orlando,
Looking forward to doing this again with my good friend , Ellie !
Of course we hit the Outlets on the way home !
We had to go to the Disney Store !
Thanks Again Ellie !
I had soooo much fun !
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