I arrived in Orlando yesterday, (21st at 6pm) with pretty much no hassle whatsoever! The connecting flight to MCO (Orlando International Airport) was a little stressful as it took ages to get through Immigration, and then ages to get out of the baggage claim hall, and then ages to get through security... but we got there just as they started boarding our flight.
I have never been so tired in my entire life. I got 40 mins sleep the night before I left ... as I thought to myself, hey why not try stay up so you can sleep on the plane! Well, apart from a couple snoozes here and there, I had no sleep. By the time I got to Orlando, I was wrecked and just wanted to sleep... but alas, I then kicked into Sydney time where it was only 5pm... so I ended up staying awake til 3am - true Erin Watters style. Of course with the little help from my friends!
LA weather was absolutely stunning. No clouds. A very crisp, cool morning. I wished I was staying a little longer, but all I really wanted to do was get to Orlando and have a shower haha!
We got a taxi (reminder: there is tipping in the USA) from MCO to Pop Century Resort where we (I travelled with a girl from Sydney who booked the same flights/accommodation) stayed for one night before we move into our apartments a little later today. Pop Century is the biggest resort in DisneyWorld. It has 2880 rooms!! It also has a mall area where you can buy Disney merchandise, as well as grabbing a bite to eat. However, it isn't something you should be eating all the time!! It also has a couple pools, one of which is right outside my window. I'll post a photo up.
After we had our showers, I got in contact with the girl that I knew over here (we first met in primary school) and she came over to my room with some of her Australian friends. Yes, I have made friends! Woop! When I first arrived, I was feeling pretty homesick as I am on the other side of the world with no friends. But now that I have gotten to know these guys, they have me excited for what lies ahead!
Missing you all loads. More updates to come!
2 comments:
Glad you arrived safely. Told you you would have no problems making friends - but i didn't think you would be this quick!
Wow! I'm loving reading your blog and seeing your photos on FB Erin, what a wonderful opportunity for you and boy oh boy you sure are enjoying every minute! With lots more to come I'm sure :-) cheers Pennie
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