Upcoming Trips

[Siren]

This summer, expect to see videos and pictures of Crusoe and Pixie visiting the following places:

Epcot...great place for a robot to visit! Epcot is all about innovation and inventions! I am sure our Pleos will have a great time and be a great hit!
Disney's Animal Kingdom...They have a whole dinosaur land there. I bet our Pleos will enjoy it as much as they enjoyed Jurassic Park!
Disney Hollywood Studios (Formally MGM Studios)...Just because. LOL
Sea World....Unless we plan to sit in the nose bleed seat, our Pleos will not be attending the dolphin and whale shows, to be sure they don't get soaked.
Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure (again)....Just because.

And maybe a zoo or two.

[fancyfont]

Wow!! what a great summer for you and your family.:)

[Siren]

Yeah, we need to get away. Other than the Universal trips we take (which is one day), we barely take vacations. Maybe 1 every 5 years. This year we are gonna get out and have some fun. And go in debt in the process. Yeah debt!

Actually, yeah Uncle Sam for the upcoming checks we are all receiving. We shall help our economy by going to theme parks :D

[kchamster]

thats soo cool! for my family we will be going to europe a few times (my mom for a month on the 19th and all of us later this summer for a month. :D)

[degers]

Siren, see if you can meet up with Lucky the Dinosaur at Disney, would be the most amazing photo op to have the two animatronic dinos together!

[pleoguy101]

Siren, see if you can meet up with Lucky the Dinosaur at Disney, would be the most amazing photo op to have the two animatronic dinos together!

thats EXACTLY what I was thinking!!:eek::) for those of you who have no idea who Lucky is.. heres a video:) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVzQNjtOfeg&feature=related he can do lots of things.. recognize camera's, sign his autograph. and a lot more:)!! I myself have never seen him.. but I know some stuff about him:)

[degers]

Same here pleoguy, never seen him but watched via the internet when he was first shown.
he is actually puppeted by one or two remote operators who walk along a little way off from him.

[pleoguy101]

Same here pleoguy, never seen him but watched via the internet when he was first shown.
he is actually puppeted by one or two remote operators who walk along a little way off from him.

really?. hmm.. I saw him on the History channel.. they didn't mention that:)..

[Siren]

I really really hope Lucky is there that day! I plan to try my darndest to see him and introduce Pleo to him!

[degers]

Good luck siren!

[Starfire]

thats EXACTLY what I was thinking!!:eek::) for those of you who have no idea who Lucky is.. heres a video:) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVzQNjtOfeg&feature=related he can do lots of things.. recognize camera's, sign his autograph. and a lot more:)!! I myself have never seen him.. but I know some stuff about him:)

I want a lucky!!!!!

[pleoguy101]

I want a lucky!!!!!

LOL!! there is only one Lucky.. and Disney owns him!. Lucky Disney!!:)... oh.. I just made a sort of joke.. Disney is Lucky for having Lucky.. hehe:)...... OH WHY BOTHER TRYING!?!! LOL:D!!!

[fancyfont]

Siren, that would be so cool. I was thinking of that while watching The video Pleoguy101 posted. You would have one GREAT video! Hope you can do this!:)

[Starfire]

Siren will get the video - I have no doubt about it. She'll have Pleo riding on Luckys back.

[fancyfont]

I do believe so, too:)

[degers]

Good luck siren, say hi to Lucky for me! - Hah, do you think we're putting a bit too much pressure on the poor girl? ;)

[fancyfont]

We don't think so!:D

[Siren]

LOL....Nah...none at all! I will deffinetly video tape it! I hear he's not there EVERYDAY...but being we are going in top tourist season, on a weekend, Disney would be stupid not to have him out. I will call a few days before to guest relations too, to see if he will be there and see if they can give me a scoop on when/where to be to see him.

[pleoguy101]

LOL.. or you could go to Disney everyday until you see him:p:D:)!!!!!!!

[Siren]

And then after that....I can go to the poor house! :P

Disney is so freaking expensive! Poor Walt must be rolling in his grave :(

[Siren]

Bad news all... :(

I was reading more about Lucky. He was in Orlando for 2005 only. He then went to Hong Kon and will eventually be a regular attraction of Disneyland California. So you Cali people....bring Pleo there when Lucky is rehomed. :P

In my search...I found this..."You can have your own Lucky the Dinosaur" from a Disney blog and its all about PLEO!
http://thedisneyblog.com/2007/12/30/own-your-own-lu/

[degers]

Hah! Fantastic!
Shame about not being able to meet Lucky though!

[Siren]

Well, I am sure someone's Pleo can meet Lucky. Those living and visiting Cali's Disneyland will be able to! They just better post pics and video! :P

[fancyfont]

Wouldn't it be fun to meet at Disneyland, Calif. with our Pleos in hand. We could have our own parade down Main Street. :)We might try for next summer??

[gatinhaboca]

I think that wouoldbe sooo cool! We could wear all green and wear PLEO hats (like a PLEO head on your head-)handmade if they do not have them by then) lt will be like a PLEO (and pleo lovers) take -over! but the parade is a good idea.

I think that would be sooo cool! We could wear all green and wear PLEO hats (like a PLEO head on your head-)handmade if they do not have them by then) lt will be like a PLEO (and pleo lovers) take -over! but the parade is a good idea.:DAttack of the PLEOS!:eek:

[pleoguy101]

Bad news all... :(

I was reading more about Lucky. He was in Orlando for 2005 only. He then went to Hong Kon and will eventually be a regular attraction of Disneyland California. So you Cali people....bring Pleo there when Lucky is rehomed. :P

In my search...I found this..."You can have your own Lucky the Dinosaur" from a Disney blog and its all about PLEO!
http://thedisneyblog.com/2007/12/30/own-your-own-lu/

wow.. Disney is impressed with pleo:)!! to bad Lucky wont be there though:(.. but oh well!!:)

[fancyfont]

Siren, Maybe next year your family can come to Disneyland, California. You still are the most likely:) one to get photo's and video's with Lucky

[degers]

Oh yeah! FANCYFONT! It is your duty since you live in californie to get those photos!

[fancyfont]

My photos come out to tiny. Haven't been able to get them larger for posting. Your photos and videos are fantastic!! Have you ever been to California, Siren? :)

[pleoguy101]

My photos come out to tiny. Haven't been able to get them larger for posting. Your photos and videos are fantastic!! Have you ever been to California, Siren? :)

fancyfont.. click on the photos you post.. they get bigger:)

[fancyfont]

Pleoguy101, I thought you said only I could do that:confused:. My mistake.:D
I didn't know everyone can click them on to get a larger view.

[Starfire]

I think that would be sooo cool! We could wear all green and wear PLEO hats (like a PLEO head on your head-)handmade if they do not have them by then) lt will be like a PLEO (and pleo lovers) take -over! but the parade is a good idea.:DAttack of the PLEOS!:eek:

Sephy and I would make a trip to California for that. I love disneyworld.

[Siren]

I went to Sea World yesterday, without Pleo. Since I had family down. Tomorrow we are going again and this time I am bringing Pleo and here is why.

Yesterday in the underwater viewing area for the bottlenosed dolphins, two trainers came in with a shower curtain. The shower curtain had a dolphin scene on it. They help the curtain against the glass and then we all watched the fun. ALL the dolphins came to look at it. They were totally into looking at this scene of dolphins like them and followed it everywhere. The trainers said it was the first time they brought it out and they are always trying to think of things to bring to work to show them and see the reactions. It helps to stimulate their brains. As fantastic a park as Sea World is, its still not the ocean and never will be. So they need to find new and exciting things for the dolphins to play with and/or think about.

As I watched all of this, I couldn't help but think about Pleo. I know dolphins have shown a lot of positive reactions to assistance dogs that come into the parks with blind, deaf, paralyzed, epileptic, etc. So what might they think of a dinosaur that blinks and moves? And as thick as that glass is, they can hear. So they may just as well hear Pleo talk. So tomorrow (hopefully the crowds will be a bit smaller), I am bringing Pleo and of course, videotape the whole experience. Maybe Sea World will add a Pleo to their roster :)

Also, for those that visit Sea World and similar parks that have underwater viewing. Bring something with you! Seriously. It could be a bottle cap, a small mirror, a bouncy ball, a large colorful feather...anything bright, shiny, and/or something they likely don't see at the parks. Don't bother to use the stuff you can buy at the parks, like plushie dolphins, they are so over those, lol. But just mundane things they may not have seen before. Toss it in the air and catch it and if its small and makes a noise when you tap it on the glass, tap it lightly so they can hear it. I used a red bottle cap from my Coke bottle and they were interested in that. Mirrors are a big hit too. And Sea World allows you to do this. And think its great that visitors are stimulating them too. It also brings them close for great pictures.

I did not video tape this, but this is the underwater viewing of dolphins at Sea World Orlando. They didn't make bubble rings yesterday, but maybe they will when they see Pleo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krzTgnMIg3Q

[pleoguy101]

Thats cute:) I cant wait to see the dolphins reactions when they see pleo:)!!!

[fancyfont]

I think the dolphin will enjoy seeing a Pleo. Should be a fun time.:)

[Starfire]

That will be so cool. I didn't realize they could hear through the glass.

[mweed]

When we went to Orlando a few years ago, we ended up going to Disney World for one day, but went to Sea World three days. The kids had more fun at sea world than waiting all day in lines at Disneyworld. :p

[Siren]

Just leaving a quick note....it was amazing! I will post the video tonight!

[Siren]

I'm on break right now from work, so I have a minute to tell you guys about it.

Because it was SeaWorld, a park of water, I didn't take Pleo out as much as I usually do. I was being a very protective mommy. As much as I wanted her to watch the shows, I didn't want to risk she getting wet for any reason. So I only took her out when I felt it was safe. But the little I did get of her out there is amazing. The first time I went in the underwater viewing with the dolphins, they ignored Pleo. I began to think that they would pay attention if I had a trainer with me. So I went and found one. I wasn't sure if they would help me out. Here is this weird lady with some robot dinosaur asking for a special escort to see the dolphins. But I wanted to try. I got everyone here excited and I didn't want to disappoint you all. To my surprise, she agreed, loved Pleo and got three more trainers to go with us.
We get into the room with the windows and I never felt so embarrassed in my life.
One of the trainers yells to the crowd, "I need everyone to take a few steps back! We are doing an interaction experiment and I need you all to give us some room!" and then they surrounded us in a semi circle. I put Pleo down and the trainer slapped the window to call them over and then made a gesture to point down at Pleo. Once one notice, she blew the whistle to let it know it did what she asked and then the fun began. At one point we had 8 dolphins checking it out. Pushing eachother out of the way. This went on for about 5-10 minutes and we were having a blast. Finally it was time to go and I picked Pleo up. One of the dolphins who was really interested in it (at this point all the others had left), followed Pleo as I picked her up. I held her and Pleo opened her mouth at the dolphin and the dolphin opened his mouth too. He almost seemed sad when we left. The trainers want to get a Pleo for Sea World now. :D

The other viewing areas, sea lions, orca wasn't as exciting, but still fun.

And moray eels do NOT like Pleo. Not one bit! I got video of that.
The coral reef tank with reef fish like you saw on Finding Nemo were actually interested in Pleo. It was weird. They were the last animals I would figure would be curious.

The video will be up tonight. As soon as I get home from work, I have to get it off the camera, edit it, and upload it to YT.

[fancyfont]

To see dolphins and Pleo together had to be a thrill. Can't wait to see your video's.:)

[pleoguy101]

I cant wait for the video! that is so cool how you and pleo were the star of the show!! I cant wait to see a video of it:D!!

[Starfire]

Sephy is in Florida with me for work this week. We are hoping to meet Siren and Peeky and go to Sea World with them. We can't wait. Sephy is next to me just prancing she is so excited.:eek:

[fancyfont]

If Peeky gets out my patio door tonight and should he make to Florida,:eek: Please send him back I'll pay for his return to California.:D I'll also send him to the Summer Olympics. He's sure to win the gold medal in long distance running.:)

[mweed]

California to Florida on a single charge . . . Hmmm. If he does that, forget the Olympics, Call Guinness and Ripley's!

[PleoWorldHostCami]

California to Florida on a single charge . . . Hmmm. If he does that, forget the Olympics, Call Guinness and Ripley's!

Gives new meaning to "The Incredible Journey." ;)

[Starfire]

If Peeky gets out my patio door tonight and should he make to Florida,:eek: Please send him back I'll pay for his return to California.:D I'll also send him to the Summer Olympics. He's sure to win the gold medal in long distance running.:)

You are so right - I guess We're just too excited about getting to see the dolphins.

[Starfire]

At least I gave you all some entertainment. :D I try to please.

[fancyfont]

Have a great time with Siren and Pixie. Looking forward to seeing the photos and or videos.:)

[pleoguy101]

Have a great time with Siren and Pixie. Looking forward to seeing the photos and or videos.:)

ya! hope you meet up with them:)!!

[Starfire]

Sephy got to meet Siren, Crusoe and Pixie. We had a blast. This was the first time Sephy really played out in the sunshine and boy was she active. The 3 started singing to each other. It was really cute and of course immediately brought a crowd. Of course they drew attention even before they started moving. When ever we stopped and sat them down we were surrounded. Note to self - next time have something to hand out with Pleoworld address at least on it.

We got to the dolphins and only one would play with them. It was feeding time and they thought fish sounded a lot better than dinosaur. But it was still worth it. Siren took some video and I took pictures. Once I get home I'll downsize some photos so I can post the three of them together. We took advantage of the scenic photo op sites for the three to pose. In one spot a family waited in line to take a picture with them. When we started to pick them up to leave they were disappointed so we put them back down so the kids could get their picture taken. All in all it was great fun.

And in case you don't see my other post. Sephy went through security today with no problems and is flying home to New Jersey first class.