Day 1: Carribean Beach Resort

Are we there yet? That was the theme of our road trip to Orlando. Miller was jittery with excitement as we were finally able to let the details sink in. We decided to book a newer Disney story book pirate room at the Caribbean Beach. Since this trip really was ALL about the birthday boy, we thought he'd like this resort the best.
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/planning-guides/in-depth-advice/disney-story-rooms/

At check in, Miller received a pirate balloon & "First Trip" and a "Happy Birthday" button. He was thrilled when he saw his ship bed complete with lights on the hull. The carpet resembled wooden planks that you would see on deck. He was in little swabby heaven. So much so, that he named our room the "Pirate House". He asked if we were going to stay there "for all day"-which means a long time in his little world. We changed really quickly and hurried Miller to the resorts mini waterpark feature & pool. This is what really confirmed our decision with the resort. The splash area with water slides was so much fun!

Miller met a buddy at the slides with matching red and navy trunks.It was meant to be:)

I honestly think that he thought this was Disney World.   

Miller loved to stand underneath the swash bucket to let the water pour down on his head every five minutes or so.

 

Then he got really brave and journeyed over to the adult pool with its larger twisting water slide. If you squint really closely you can see our pirate making his way into the deep treacherous waters below. Since we haven't had a swim lesson refresher yet , I wanted him to wear a life jacket....just in case. Once he warms up to his rusty swim strokes from last summer, I'm sure he'll be good to go!

Miller was thrilled to find a new washcloth animal each time our room got cleaned with a card from the maid. There was a surprise hiding behind every corner on this trip!