Day 7 Saturday, June 18 Part 1 - The final surprise AKA “The Water Sprites Again?”
Today started with a lazy morning. We had an appointment at the Contemporary Marina at 11:30 so we could not linger around for long however. Before DD got ready, I walked around and took a few pictures.
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The sailing part of the trip was parasailing around Bay Lake. I did this on a cruise at
Castaway Cay and really liked it. The plan was to watch as DD took flight. When I called, they informed me that the minimum weight on a calm day was 120 lbs. If it was windy the minimum weight went up. Dripping wet and with lead weights around her ankles, she would barely make the minimum. They only alternative was to do a tandem flight. So why not. I made the reservation when I was still barely able to walk let alone strap into a parachute. My thinking was it would provide motivation to get stronger.
While I was signing our lives away, the CM explained what our options were. You are up about 15 minutes from takeoff to landing. There were two options 450 feet or 600 feet. In for a penny, in for a pound so I opted for 600 feet. They also have a photo option for around $25 (I think). So we also did that.
What was it like? Fun. The view was magnificent. It is also a quiet and smooth ride. Very cool. She loved it.
Some pics from the boat.
First they give you a vest and you are told to take off your shoes. They also strap you into a harness.
Close up of the kid
I got strapped onto the parachute first and then DD. You are told to lean back as they unfurl the chute. It fills with air and you are gently reeled out to your height.
This is about 50 feet off the ground (or should I say water)
This was part of the way up
This was probably pretty close to our max height. We stayed up here for about 10 minutes.
The view is amazing. I am sure it puts to shame the views from the ballon. This one is from the boat. I also brought a disposable to catch some of the views up there but alas they are trapped in the virus ladened computer. If I ever get them back, I will post them here.
On the way back we decided to act a little goofy. “Look. I am flying.”
Notice the smile? I think she had fun.
Within about 45 minutes from leaving the dock we were back on dry land. We thanked and tipped the two-man crew and bid them a good day. From there, it was back to the hotel and the pool. And reading. And watching TV. And probably a nap. Don’t remember what was for lunch. Probably snacks and leftovers. No mater. We were headed to the California Grill for dinner tonight.
Up Next: The last of our last full day. Dinner at the California Grill. AKA Another bird’s eye view of the kingdom.