Walt Disney World Vlog | Day 1 | Travel Day & Art of Animation | December 2021 | Adam Hattan

It's the start of a magical Walt Disney World Vlog series' travel day! We fly with Virgin Atlantic in Premium Economy from London Heathrow, UK and check-in to Disney's Art of Animation Resort near Orlando, Florida, USA for a Christmas vlog series unlike any other!

I'm Adam Hattan, a family-friendly theme park and vacation vlogger from the United Kingdom who often vlogs the magic of Disney Parks. I love going to Walt Disney World with my friend Gary C and I'm excited to be sharing this holiday vlog series with you!

TRAVEL DISCLAIMER: Please note, Gary and I departed the UK prior to the emergence of the latest variant. More information came out during our trip and so a lot has changed since filming. Our comfort levels and personal circumstances meant this trip was right for us. However, your comfort, circumstances and/or experience may differ from ours. This vlog series refers to our personal experience only and we're unable to give you personalised advice. It's recommended to refer to your travel provider/local government's resources for the latest information that may impact your trip.

ADAM:

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In this travel day vlog, we cover the airport hotel, flight and Disney hotel check-in. We start out by travelling from our homes to London Heathrow. At Heathrow, we check-in to the Hilton Garden Inn at Terminals 2 & 3 for an overnight stay before our flight. There we give you a room tour, explain the process leading up to our departure regarding Covid-19 testing, vaccination certificates and attestation forms. We get dinner at the The Apron Restaurant inside the Hilton and then wind down with a questionable cup of tea.

On our full travel day, we make our way from the hotel over to Terminal 3 via the underground subway. Upon arriving at the Virgin Atlantic/Delta check-in, we proceed to the premium economy line, where we encounter a reasonably long wait. Thanks to some early planning, we had no trouble checking in here as we were 'FlyReady' passengers, having uploaded our documents ahead of time via the Virgin Atlantic booking page and TrustAssure (which became active 72 hours prior to departure).

At the check-in desk, I needed to show our 'Fly Ready' confirmation, attestation form confirmation and the address of where we'll be staying in the US. I'd recommend planning to get to the airport 4 hours prior to departure, rather than the recommended 3. Just as the wait was very long. After check-in, we pass through security, pop into a couple of shops and then to No.1 lounge. There we give you a little look at the lounge and tell you whether we thought it was worth the money or not.

Our flight was 30 minutes delayed, due to the aircraft getting into the gate later than expected. We flew on an A330 (Goldern Girl) that was in good standing in 18A and 18C (the bulkhead seats for this particular aircraft and layout). We got chatting to the lovely Lora who took great care of us during the flight. Onboard the flight we share an overview of the experience and review the inflight meal. As for masks, we didn't mind them as much as we thought we would. Obviously we'd have been more comfortable without them, but you do forget your wearing paper masks in time.

Upon arriving into Orlando, we take Disney's Magical Express for the last time over to Disney's Art of Animation. There we check-in to our Cars suite and give you a full room-tour of the suite. Once the bags were dropped, we popped into the Ink & Paint merchandise store and enjoyed a great quick service meal at Landscape of Flavors. Gary had chicken tenders and I had a pulled pork burger, both were amazing and mad us super happy!

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NOTES: I'm Adam Hattan, a UK based vlogger who focuses on bringing you fun and informative vlogs, the whole family can enjoy (parental guidance is always recommended for all videos). I film on a canon G7X Mark III (3) compact camera.

No content in this video represents the views, opinions or operation practices of the Walt Disney Company or any of its affiliates or subsidiaries. This content is not endorsed by, approved by or representative of The Walt Disney Company or any of its affiliates. All content represents only that of Adam Hattan.

[alisoncoelho]

Vacation with Gary C is 50% pins, 25% pure goodness and 25% minding an adult toddler

[katyamurray]

“Stop patting your face with your dirty boxers” was the exact moment I lost all composure. Gary C is a legend. ❤️

[mike_ewins]

Even after an hour and 16 mins I was still like "oh no its the end" I can't wait for day 2.

[oneoftheraindrops]

The amount of joy “MOOORRRNNINNG” gives me is unreal lol

[tarawallen]

So excited for this series! Also, as someone with anxiety I appreciate how open and honest you both are about how Gary gets anxiety/panic attacks and its ok to just take a breather! Like I can’t thank you enough for helping to normalize that.

[mamalipster]

My stomach is sore, my eyes hurt from crying. Why? Because of all the laughter that only the antics of Adam and Gary C can bring. Great travel vlog lovelies, looking forward to seeing the rest from your trip. Hope you are having the time of your lives. And remember Gary, don't question it. It's always for Content! lol x

[jayanderson]

When the first 13 minutes are pure chaos that's how you know it's an Adam and Garry vlog lol 😂 so excited to see the rest of your trip

[bettie]

did a little involuntary "aww" when you called gary your best friend. lovely to see you both back!

[kathywood]

I have to tell you Gary I had my very first anxiety attack 2 weeks ago and I’m 70 years old. WORST feeling I’ve every had. I feel for you. Thanks for the laughs love, love love you guys doing DisneyWorld 💕

[MarsDFL]

So bummed that I did not get to meet you guys and my husband did! He was outside waiting for me to get off of Space Mountain and called out for my brother-in-law, Larry, and Gary turned around! He knew who you were immediately because I always have your videos on when I am home. You guys posed for a picture and he sent it to me! So glad that you are back and having a blast!

[spjw]

I’m at the point where I would rather watch your Disney Vlogs than go to the movies to watch a film.. they bring us such joy! ❤️

[peterandjaydecaramalis]

I rewatch this playlist so often to see your joy of getting to Disney after covid
It’s so good 😊

[georginayoung]

When my husband shouts “you never guess who’s got a vlog out” this has made our cozy nights in complete, we missed you two so much!! X

[victoriarose]

I’ve watched this series a thousand times. Honestly, this is the best to wind down to after a long day. You can never overdo a “Moo Moo Sharoo”. Excited for more Disney Vlogs with Gary C. This is super informative too without feeling like it’s an ad for Disney Trips.

[agentoog]

@30:26 we struggle on is a whole mood. I am literally pausing it every 5 min because I am laughing. The entire hotel clips are straight joy and laughter

[lozzaj]

I can’t even tell youse how excited I am for this! I normally go every year and just introduced my boyfriend into going the year before lockdown and he’s got the Disney bug now like me ✨✨yours and Gary’s videos have been the light in a dark tunnel for us and I’m so happy that you’ve made it back home! We watch on repeat all of your videos and this one is the most exciting because it gives us so much hope to finally go again🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽 let the countdown begin 🥳🥳🥳

[kelsieluke]

The joke about Adam's sense of humor being as dry as his skin had me rolling! Love you two honestly!

[leannehartley]

I am only 12 minutes and have had to pause it just to say how hilarious you pair are already. I absolutely love you guys, can’t wait to see the rest of your trip x

[cjbohana]

It’s sooo good to have you both back! When Adam says “you’ll have forgotten it by time we get there!” Then Gary replies “I have already.”

[laurennj]

Watching this while sitting on a bench at the Skyliner station at POP Century, looking over Hourglass Lake at Art of Animation. I am so so glad you guys are back! ❤