November 3, 2007 - Western on the Magic

[iwannabeminnie]

Pity party at my house 8:30 pm tonight.

[love2travel]

Pity party at my house 8:30 pm tonight.

Are cocktails going to be served??

[Cin929]

Got my docs today!!!:cool1:

Is anyone sending a box ahead of time? How long before the cruise should I do it? We have a DS 1 1/2 and we want to send the diapers, wipes, sippy cups etc ahead of time instead of lugging it all with us!

[strousmouse]

We haven't gotten our docs yet either!!:sad1: Do they come in the regular mail?
I got the luggage down from the attic today and I am ready to pack!!!

[michboro]

We haven't gotten our docs yet either!!:sad1: Do they come in the regular mail?
I got the luggage down from the attic today and I am ready to pack!!!

I got our docs today. They came by UPS. They left them on my front porch.

[VeronicaWest]

should be getting docs tomorrow. also have to bring the med papers to my OB so they can get filled out and then sent cause apparently they need to be faxed 14 days before trip.
Had a few questions...anyone been preggers on a cruise before and what kinda stuff could u do? I will be just about 12 weeks along and am not exactly sure what i can do. I wanted to feed stingrays and snorkel but im not sure if im able to. I m pretty sure i cannot jetski ...which im not particularly happy bout lol. I plan on asking my dr, but my appt isnt until 3 days before we leave and i would rather have some plans.

[SamIAm21]

Veronica,

I don't think you'll have a problem feeding the stingrays in Grand Cayman at all because the water is waist deep and you'll be able to stand. If you are feeding them on Castaway Cay, I think you'll only be knee deep... shouldn't be a problem. If you are going on any "boat" excursions, I guess you'll have to make sure the sea is calm, as I'm sure you won't want to be bounced around.

Jet-skiing, probably not. Snorkeling should be no problem as there are no pressure problems that would be a problem if you were SCUBA diviing. Snorkeling is just swimming, usually slowly, and salt water is extremely buoyant and makes swimming a lot easier actually. Of course, I'm just speculating and I would run everything by your OB/GYN.

[thisisthelife]

I also got my Docs today, :banana: Now to get everything organized, I am sending a box to the port with all the miscellaneous stuff, like the over the door shoe holder, powerstrip, laundry tabs, wrinkle release, air freshner and of course the costumes. If I didnt I wouldnt have room for clothes in the suitcase :eek: I am looking forward to my first DIS meeting, I have never done one of these, We have done other ones before but not through DIS...Happy Packing everyone

[Trishde]

Hi Everyone!
Got the suitcases out & started putting everything out. I am already done with DS7 clothes. they are all ready to go. We got the kids their suits, they wiil look so cute with jacket & ties. I still don't have a dress. I'll go look next week.
My DS11 decided to start packing his own suitcase, lol, I just have to make sure what is in there.
Going to get the kids thier costumes tonight & maybe look for something for myself. I might even have DH thinking about dressing up for MNSSHP on halloween. I saw that it is sold out.
DS7 wants to be jengo fett (don't know if they will have that so he may have to settle with boba fett or a storm trooper) DS11 wants to be scream. :scared1:
I was Madonna last year for school, I was thinking maybe a pirate then maybe it can double for pirate night.
We did book the Mexican cusine Workshop & tasting for DH & myself in Cozumel. It sound like fun.
I think we might just get a cab to 7 mile beach in cayman & walk around key west (check out the butterfly conservatory & get a late lunch.
I can't wait!! Just have to remember to send in letters to the kids teachers, DS11's won't be too happy, he is in middle school & they really frown on family vacations durig school year :eek:
Can't wait to play bingo!!!!

[strousmouse]

Got our docs today!!!:cool1: Now I am sorting thru the summer clothes getting ready to pack! Unfortunately the boys are still wearing shorts--I wish the weather would make up its mind so I can pack!

[iwannabeminnie]

No docs for me. :(

[3cheers4DIS]

Docs arrived yesterday !!!!!:banana:

[SamIAm21]

No docs for me. :(

Given what our fliers said from Galaxsea, I wouldn't expect them for at least another few days. Between the 10th and 7th day before the cruise. That's still at least a week away yet.

[love2travel]

No docs for me. :(

Just checked my mail, nothing yet.

[SweetSpot]

Ours came UPS not regular mail so they still may arrive today. The documents have shrunk every year. Nothing really but booklets yet everyone here is thrilled to have them in hand.

[love2travel]

Ours came UPS not regular mail so they still may arrive today. The documents have shrunk every year. Nothing really but booklets yet everyone here is thrilled to have them in hand.

Ok, I will keep my eye out for the man in the big brown van!:lmao:

[roliepolieoliefan]

We got our docs today!!!!! :banana:

[kowalchicky]

We got our doc's today :banana: :banana: :banana:
I found the cutest pirate hats for $3.99 today at Halloween Express....I can't wait for this cruise.

[iwannabeminnie]

I have my pirate hats, but no docs.

[VeronicaWest]

Got our Docs today. dont have costumes yet. also plan to start going through all the clothes and begin to pack, or at least organize. gonna spend the eve lookin for stuff online. also want to start on door magnets this week/weekend.

[kowalchicky]

Do the door decorations have to be magnetic? or can you tape it on the door?

[needAcruise]

Just called to find out what movies are playing on our cruise.
(888-325-2500)
The Disney lady said this is what they have, but it was not updated since Sept 21 and any premieres will also happen on the ship.

Wild Hogs
Meet the Robinsons
Bridge to Terabithia
POTC III
Invincibles
Ratatouille
The Game Plan
Underdog

Anyone know if Disney has anything else coming out soon?

[graygables]

Do the door decorations have to be magnetic? or can you tape it on the door?

Nope, they have to be magnetic. I just make scrapbook pages and put them up with magnets.

[SweetSpot]

Just called to find out what movies are playing on our cruise.
(888-325-2500)
The Disney lady said this is what they have, but it was not updated since Sept 21 and any premieres will also happen on the ship.

Anyone know if Disney has anything else coming out soon?


Touchstone is releasing Dan in Real Life but it doesn't look like a movie they would use as a premiere. Enchanted comes out Nov. 21st, too late for us. Disney usually has a new kids release the first week of November but not this year.

[graygables]

Now I'm in trouble...

do I go see POTC3? do I go see The Game Plan?? do I go see Ratatouille???

DH get in a tiff if I watch a non-chick-flick without him, but these are ones I want to see and he's not going to be along. Maybe I just won't tell him...

signed,
STILL not ready to go :eek:

[love2travel]

Just called to find out what movies are playing on our cruise.
(888-325-2500)
The Disney lady said this is what they have, but it was not updated since Sept 21 and any premieres will also happen on the ship.

Wild Hogs
Meet the Robinsons
Bridge to Terabithia
POTC III
Invincibles
Ratatouille
The Game Plan
Underdog

Anyone know if Disney has anything else coming out soon?

Thanks for posting the movies. Still no documents here.

[DSNYFN1]

New to Cruising, new to DIS boards....still trying to figure the whole thing out. Reading posts tells me tons of fun people on the ship with us.:goodvibes Got docs today from Brown. Did the happy dance:yay: Now its time to pack.Does DCL allow for your own wine?

[love2travel]

New to Cruising, new to DIS boards....still trying to figure the whole thing out. Reading posts tells me tons of fun people on the ship with us.:goodvibes Got docs today from Brown. Did the happy dance:yay: Now its time to pack.Does DCL allow for your own wine?


WELCOME ABOARD!!!! GOOD TO HAVE YOU HERE!!!! Yes DCL does allow you to bring your own wine aboard.

[VeronicaWest]

:cheer2: YAY! got my pregger baby belly bathing suits today!! also got a few tops and a really pretty dress! Tomorrow i need to go get my medical paper filled out and faxed to DCL and get some blood work done. Also gonna go to my GP becuase after talking to a friend and thinking bout it, i feel better than i have so far this pregnancy and the nausea is weird its like motion sickness when i move . i have meds to help but my friend mentioned a possible inner ear infection...which is funny cause i was thinking bout going to GP this week cause my sinuses and ears have been hurting and pressure...soooo if its because of that that my tummy is yucky, then its true that my morning sickness is OVER!! so im keepin my fingers crossed :flower3:

[bigferrell]

Just called to find out what movies are playing on our cruise.
(888-325-2500)
The Disney lady said this is what they have, but it was not updated since Sept 21 and any premieres will also happen on the ship.

Wild Hogs
Meet the Robinsons
Bridge to Terabithia
POTC III
Invincibles
Ratatouille
The Game Plan
Underdog

Anyone know if Disney has anything else coming out soon?


I am keeping my fingers crossed for:

ENCHANTED

In this part-animated, part-live-action romantic fable, a beautiful princess named Giselle is banished by an evil queen from the cartoon world to gritty present-day New York City. There, she must rescue herself and find true love. After undergoing eight years worth of rewrites, the project finally was filmed spring 2006 with Disney veteran Kevin Lima in the helm. Lima is no stranger to either medium; he began his career working on story for Oliver & Company and Aladdin, moved onto directing "Goof Troop", its big screen spin-off A Goofy Movie, and Tarzan, and most recently has been in the director's chair for live action fare including 102 Dalmatians and the two Eloise TV movies.

Enchanted's cast includes Amy Adams as Princess Giselle, Susan Sarandon as the wicked Queen Narissa, James Marsden as the seemingly perfect Prince, and Broadway actress Idina Menzel. Former '80s icon and current "Grey's Anatomy" star Patrick Dempsey plays a single father (love interest, anyone?) who helps Giselle find her way around New York. The script in use is credited to Bill Kelly, who wrote the well-received 1999 romantic comedy Blast From the Past. While originally announced as being part CG-animation, it was later determined that 2-D animation would be employed for the fairy tale world scenes. This, coupled with the fact that the film is intended to feature six songs written by Stephen Schwartz (Pocahontas) and composed by Alan Menken (Aladdin, The Little Mermaid), is rightfully leading many to consider this a callback of sorts to Disney's animation renaissance of the late '80s/early '90s.

Opens November 21, 2007



This one looks too far out but wouldn't it be great!:

NATIONAL TREASURE: THE BOOK OF SECRETS (National Treasure 2)

Even with the mostly golden track record of producer Jerry Bruckheimer (who had thrice topped the $100 million mark for Disney branches with Nicolas Cage in a leading role), nobody quite expected National Treasure to perform as well with audiences as it did. Feeling more like Bruckheimer's Touchstone fare than the Walt Disney Pictures label it was moved to at the last moment, the PG-rated action flick narrowly claimed the #1 box office spot in November 2004 and held onto it for three straight weeks. It would end up with $173 million domestically and a tiny bit more overseas, easily making it one of the year's top-grossers. Despite an alternate ending that was dropped because it suggested a sequel, that's exactly what the producer intends to make now that filming of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (the third and, for the moment, final chapter in that even more profitable Disney/Bruckheimer franchise) has wrapped.

Director Jon Turtletaub and star Nicolas Cage are expected to return, as are supporting cast members Justin Bartha, Harvey Keitel, Jon Voight and Diane Kruger, while Greg Poirier (the forthcoming Swiss Family Robinson remake discussed directly above) is currently credited with the screenplay, though others may still have a hand in it (the first film gave writing credits to five individuals). Thus far, plot particulars remain guarded, but one assumes viewers can expect to see some more treasure hunting. According to Bruckheimer, the hunt will center on eighteen pages missing from the journal of presidential assassin John Wilkes Booth. Production begin January 2007, with the film's predictably potent opening scheduled for December 21, 2007.


Opens December 21, 2007

[iwannabeminnie]

No docs for me either. :(

[DSNYFN1]

Do they usually have first time showings in the theater or are they already playing films or films already available on DVD. My hubby is a movie nut. I can't believe only 16 days!!!:woohoo:

[thisisthelife]

Yeah:yay: ...16 more days. Welcome DSNYFN1, Where in Illinois are you from? Hope we dont get the weather they are expecting :scared1: Quick Question for anyone, Has anyone shipped anything to the port prior to cruising? If so, When should I ship the box to get there in time? or should I have done that already? :eek:

[graygables]

Ok, how about we have our DIS Meet on boarding day at 4pm on Deck 9 near the Goofy Pool. If you would like, wear something to identify yourself such as a name tag or some lime green clothing, etc. Myself and my family will be wearing our matching Lime Green Disney Shirts. It's the only time my DH will wear matching clothing. :rotfl2: Also, if'd you like, please bring a little item for the grab bag (bring an item, take an item) I thought it might be fun. I bought a few little Disney things on clearance at the Disney Store. The DIS meets is a great way to meet your fellow cruisers and make some great friends. Hope you all will join us!:banana: :yay: Look forward to meeting you all!

I thought the safety drill was at 4pm???

[love2travel]

I thought the safety drill was at 4pm???


Sorry, my bad!!! I don't know what I was thinking.....you would think after being on this cruise twice that I would've remembered that, sorry! Ok, how about we make it for 3pm near the Goofy pool.

[iwannabeminnie]

That's Goofy!

[love2travel]

Still haven't received our documents.:confused3

[love2travel]

That's Goofy!

Goofy good or Goofy bad????

[iwannabeminnie]

Our travel agent told us we would get documents between 10 and 7 days out. I'm wondering if it takes longer if you go through an agent. Maybe the people who already have their documents booked directly through DCL. Did you use an agent?

[iwannabeminnie]

Goofy is always good! Gwarsh!

[love2travel]

Our travel agent told us we would get documents between 10 and 7 days out. I'm wondering if it takes longer if you go through an agent. Maybe the people who already have their documents booked directly through DCL. Did you use an agent?

That is a good thought, yes we did use a travel agent.

[love2travel]

Goofy is always good! Gwarsh!

Sorry, I'm a little slow tonight.:rotfl:

[michboro]

Our travel agent told us we would get documents between 10 and 7 days out. I'm wondering if it takes longer if you go through an agent. Maybe the people who already have their documents booked directly through DCL. Did you use an agent?

We booked throught travel agent and received our documents, but she said that the documents were sent directly to us instead of to her first.

[roliepolieoliefan]

We used an agent and got our documents.

[bigferrell]

Do they usually have first time showings in the theater or are they already playing films or films already available on DVD. My hubby is a movie nut. I can't believe only 16 days!!!:woohoo:

My wife says that they do screen new movies sometime but I am not holding my breath for Enchanted as it does not start until Nov 21 in the theaters.

[love2travel]

We used an agent and got our documents.


Hey roliepolieoliefan, don't forget to pack your Steelers Garb!

[roliepolieoliefan]

Hey roliepolieoliefan, don't forget to pack your Steelers Garb!

Can't wait. :banana:

Its on my list! :thumbsup2

[SweetSpot]

My wife says that they do screen new movies sometime but I am not holding my breath for Enchanted as it does not start until Nov 21 in the theaters.

They do screen new movies when they are released on the Friday before or the Friday you are on the ship. If it is the Friday before you will see it on Pirates night in the theatre as a PremEAR at sea. If the movie comes out on Friday while you are on the ship you will see it at Midnight Friday morning and then the will play it a couple times during the day when the ship is at Castaway Cay. They will not show any movie at all before it is released into the theatres. They definitely won't be showing Enchanted. What they would do is show the most current movie that they have release that is now probably The Game Plan in the Walt theatre before the Pirate Party. All 5 of the last NJ week cruises had a new release movie PremEaring on the ship but I think with The Bee movie coming out they must have pushed back the release for the Disney movie.

[love2travel]

Hi Everybody, we are now having our DIS Meet at 3pm near the Goofy pool so it doesn't interfere with the Safety Drill. Hope you all can make it, looking forward to meeting everyone!

[iwannabeminnie]

Guess what I got today? Doing my little happy dance.

[SamIAm21]

Yippeee! Hopefully, I will have mine either today or tomorrow as well. I fully did not expect anything from Galaxsea for at least another week, so this is a surprise.

Weehoo! :yay:

[Deemarch]

But I have a new job and I didn't even get a chance to look at them except to verify that they were mine!

Two weeks to go!! WOOOHOOOO!

[love2travel]

We got our documents today!

[wishkidmom]

Hello all! Our family of 3 just found out we will be on the November 3rd sailing. We have wanted to cruise with Disney for a very long time. This cruise is our 13 year old sons "wish trip", made possible by the "Make A Wish" folks. He's so excited to be going that I'm almost glad we have such short notice! That being said, I have no idea when to expect documents. I have read the packing list thread, but other than that I am clueless as to what to expect. So, we would appreciate any suggestions. Hope to meet some of you all in a few weeks!

Lisa

[bigferrell]

Hello all! Our family of 3 just found out we will be on the November 3rd sailing. We have wanted to cruise with Disney for a very long time. This cruise is our 13 year old sons "wish trip", made possible by the "Make A Wish" folks. He's so excited to be going that I'm almost glad we have such short notice! That being said, I have no idea when to expect documents. I have read the packing list thread, but other than that I am clueless as to what to expect. So, we would appreciate any suggestions. Hope to meet some of you all in a few weeks!

Lisa


I love Make-A-Wish! :wizard: It is the charity I picked through our works Combined Charitable Campaign. Have a great time on the cruise; if we see you we will say hey!

[iwannabeminnie]

Good wish! He could have wished to spend a day with Britney Spears. :eek:

[love2travel]

Hello all! Our family of 3 just found out we will be on the November 3rd sailing. We have wanted to cruise with Disney for a very long time. This cruise is our 13 year old sons "wish trip", made possible by the "Make A Wish" folks. He's so excited to be going that I'm almost glad we have such short notice! That being said, I have no idea when to expect documents. I have read the packing list thread, but other than that I am clueless as to what to expect. So, we would appreciate any suggestions. Hope to meet some of you all in a few weeks!

Lisa

Welcome!!! What a fantastic wish trip. My godson was granted a trip to WDW through Make A Wish and it was just incredible! I wish you and your family a magical trip! One suggestion I will give you is try not to do everything it can be overwhelming. If you have any specific questions, just ask. Hope to see you at our DIS Meet on Boarding Day, 3pm near the Goofy Pool.

[wishkidmom]

WOW Thanks muches for the responses! Yes, Make a Wish is a great organization, and we are so blessed by their generosity. We will be limited by our sons exercise tolerance anyway, so there is no way we could do it all. In fact, we probably won't even get off the ship except briefly in the ports. Does anyone know if the ship docks or tenders to the ports? Also, how strict are the kids areas regarding age groupings. Our "Big Dave" is 13, but in many ways he is much more like an 8-10 year old..and he is very small, only 64 pounds. As for wishing for Brittany...not a chance...Although I was afraid he'd wish for Hannah Montana! How will we find the right folks at the meeting?

Lisa

[thisisthelife]

Welcome aboard! I fully support Make a wish I think its a great organization and I am so excited for your son, I hope he has a great time and we hope to meet you at the DIS meeting. :cool1:

[love2travel]

WOW Thanks muches for the responses! Yes, Make a Wish is a great organization, and we are so blessed by their generosity. We will be limited by our sons exercise tolerance anyway, so there is no way we could do it all. In fact, we probably won't even get off the ship except briefly in the ports. Does anyone know if the ship docks or tenders to the ports? Also, how strict are the kids areas regarding age groupings. Our "Big Dave" is 13, but in many ways he is much more like an 8-10 year old..and he is very small, only 64 pounds. As for wishing for Brittany...not a chance...Although I was afraid he'd wish for Hannah Montana! How will we find the right folks at the meeting?

Lisa

The only port we tender at is Grand Cayman. I'm sure if you talked with a supervisor from the kids clubs you could make arrangements for your son.

The DIS color is lime green. So just look for me and my family, we will be wearing bright lime green Disney t-shirts. I also asked everybody if they wanted to wear lime green or a name tag so you could be identified. Also, if your interested we are going to do a grab bag game. If you want to, bring a little Disney item, everybody that comes to the meet and brings something will drop it into the bag, then when you leave you get to take something out of the bag. I just thought it might be fun! Look forward to meeting you.

[bigferrell]

WOW Thanks muches for the responses! Yes, Make a Wish is a great organization, and we are so blessed by their generosity. We will be limited by our sons exercise tolerance anyway, so there is no way we could do it all. In fact, we probably won't even get off the ship except briefly in the ports. Does anyone know if the ship docks or tenders to the ports? Also, how strict are the kids areas regarding age groupings. Our "Big Dave" is 13, but in many ways he is much more like an 8-10 year old..and he is very small, only 64 pounds. As for wishing for Brittany...not a chance...Although I was afraid he'd wish for Hannah Montana! How will we find the right folks at the meeting?

Lisa

I saw some Make a wish kids at WDW one year that had name tags on. If you get a Make a wish button or name tag be sure to wear it. The Disney Cast Members and the Dis folks here will make you stay even more magical!

Also: I fyou want some extra fun put up a "fish extender"; put one up and watch the magic happen! you may not know what it is now but you will be suprised when you read the threads on this.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1219607

[wishkidmom]

Love, love, love the fish extender idea! I saw that thread earlier but never read it because I was afraid it was about stuff they put in the food. How silly...oh well, what can you expect from a "newbie"? Now I've just got to get busy and find one for our room, only 2 weeks to go! Is there a place I'd need to register to be involved in the fish extender game?

Glad to hear there is only 1 tender port. Hubby and I hadn't planned on leaving our son to go off ship. We didn't even make ressies for Palo or the spa. This is our sons trip...so we are there for family time..just the 3 of us. But, I know our son would get a kick out of the little extras I'm learning about.

Getting more excited every day!
Lisa

[thisisthelife]

Love, love, love the fish extender idea! I saw that thread earlier but never read it because I was afraid it was about stuff they put in the food. How silly...oh well, what can you expect from a "newbie"? Now I've just got to get busy and find one for our room, only 2 weeks to go! Is there a place I'd need to register to be involved in the fish extender game?

Glad to hear there is only 1 tender port. Hubby and I hadn't planned on leaving our son to go off ship. We didn't even make ressies for Palo or the spa. This is our sons trip...so we are there for family time..just the 3 of us. But, I know our son would get a kick out of the little extras I'm learning about.

Getting more excited every day!
Lisa
I am a newbie also at this, but I just purchased my fish extender on ebay item # 320171510615 hope this helps. Also quick question for everyone, How many grab bag gifts do I purchase? Do you give one per family or are you including all the kids? I have to go out today or tomorrow and get those along with finding something lime green.

[graygables]

Scrapping cruisers!!! I've pulled together 11 awesome 2 page layout kits (22 pages in all!) for the cruise, but I need an opinion or two (or three!) I'm trying to think of a nice title for the "formal night" layout. I was trying to avoid the obvious: "formal night" or "all dressed up". Any ideas of what you might like to see?

[iwannabeminnie]

"Puttin' on the Ritz" ??

[wishkidmom]

Graygables,

I've tried sending you a reply to the pm you sent, but it says I have too few post. Dern...David would love to make some new friends! I just gotta figure out how to get you his email addy...

By the way "puttin on the ritz" sounds pretty good!

Lisa

[love2travel]

I am a newbie also at this, but I just purchased my fish extender on ebay item # 320171510615 hope this helps. Also quick question for everyone, How many grab bag gifts do I purchase? Do you give one per family or are you including all the kids? I have to go out today or tomorrow and get those along with finding something lime green.

As far as the grab bag, that's up to you. I figured whoever brings something, gets to take something. If you want to bring just one item, or if you want to bring more than one item, whatever works for you.

[iwannabeminnie]

Two weeks from now I will be eating chocolate dipped Key Lime pie on a stick.

[love2travel]

Two weeks from now I will be eating chocolate dipped Key Lime pie on a stick.


And they are so so yummy!:thumbsup2

[SamIAm21]

Two weeks from now I will be eating chocolate dipped Key Lime pie on a stick.

Okay spill, where do you get these??? {{Drooling Drooling}}

[love2travel]

Okay spill, where do you get these??? {{Drooling Drooling}}


The Blond Giraffe in Key West. Sorry I don't remember the name of the street. You have to try one!

[love2travel]

The Blond Giraffe in Key West. Sorry I don't remember the name of the street. You have to try one!

Ok, I just checked online. the web address is blondgiraffe.com
and the address is 107 Simonton Street

[thisisthelife]

Wow. that sounds yummy have to check that one out.:cloud9:

[SamIAm21]

Oh you better believe I'm getting one of those. They sound like the "Dole Whip" of the Disney Cruise!! A must have!

:rotfl:

Thank you so much love2travel for locating them for me. Yummmmyyy!!

[VeronicaWest]

omg! you people are evil! chocolate dipped key lime pie!? ur telling a pregnant woman this?:scared: lol jk. i already told my husband that we need to get key lime pie , so i dont think extending it to choc covered is not a big deal.

ok so my week will go like this...packing and organizing, last minute shopping, halloween shopping, making door magnets, and getting the house ready for my brother in law when he house sits. next week is for double checking to make sure we have everything, cut/color hair (me n dh, cut for dd), and dd and i are getting our pedicures, and then i need ot give myself and dd manicures. sorry just thought i would get my thoughts out on here.

[love2travel]

I think since your pregnant, you get to have 2 chocolate covered key lime pies on a stick. One for you and one for baby!:lmao:

Just curious, has anyone received an upgrade? I'm still waiting!!!

[iwannabeminnie]

You might want to check with your salon. When I booked my pedicure they scheduled me a manicure for only $4 more. Hair is this Thursday. Manicure and pedicure next Wednesday.

[iwannabeminnie]

http://www.blondgiraffe.com/piepop.htm

[needAcruise]

As far as the grab bag, that's up to you. I figured whoever brings something, gets to take something. If you want to bring just one item, or if you want to bring more than one item, whatever works for you.

Okay. Clueless here. :confused:

What price range are we talking about here? I saw some cute Tinkerbelle stuff for $1 and a Disney stuffed toy for $5. Or are we talking about the $10 grab bag gifts like we have at work?

Sorry to be specific, but I don't want to get something really nice and then stress about the "cheapie" item I gave to the group. (Yeah, I stress about that sort of thing. It messes with my vacation psyche.) Sad, huh? :sick:

[love2travel]

Okay. Clueless here. :confused:

What price range are we talking about here? I saw some cute Tinkerbelle stuff for $1 and a Disney stuffed toy for $5. Or are we talking about the $10 grab bag gifts like we have at work?

Sorry to be specific, but I don't want to get something really nice and then stress about the "cheapie" item I gave to the group. (Yeah, I stress about that sort of thing. It messes with my vacation psyche.) Sad, huh? :sick:

The stuff I got was between the $1 and $5 range, just something small.
Please don't stress over it, we have enough of that with getting ready for the trip. I am so not ready!

[Suzy Mouse]

:sad:

[love2travel]

:sad:

Don't worry it will be Nov. '08 before we know it! We will miss you guys!

[SamIAm21]

Can you get an upgrade after you get your luggage tags?? Because at this point, I would love an upgrade, but I'd be afraid my luggage would get a little misdirected...

Someone told me that if you ask at the check in desk if there are any upgrades for a decent price, you might be able to pay just $100 or $200 more for the next category up. But, I'd wig out over my luggage getting to the right cabin at that point. My stickers say 2564, so that's where I'm going I guess!

The last time my DH and I sailed on RCL, we were in a Grande Suite and this time we are at the bottom of the boat! Boy we bounce around!!

[SweetSpot]

Usually once the documents are sent free upgrades don't happen. If you want an upgrade when you get to the port and have already checked your bags with a different room number on them your bags will be delivered to your new room. I've read people who said they got their bags at the normal time, some a little late and some who went to their old room number and found the bags outside the door. I wouldn't worry about the luggage. It will be on the ship and it will make it's way to you Go for the upgrade if you can get a good deal.

[Trishde]

Maybe we should do a dis boards meet at the blond giraffe, lol.
I still need clothes, ugh, I found an awesome dress on nordstrom.com but when I went to store they didn't have it, guess it wasn't meant. Going to check out jackson outlet to see if by chance any stores have shorts left on sales rack. I am sure the malls don't have any shorts left whatsoever.
At least I got the kids costumes & they are pretty much set with clothes.
I just made my HC appt for Monday & my nail maintenance is friday (chiropracter, too), probably just a polish change on toes since last time I had a pedicure right before getting to the parks, my feet were tender since they buffed away everything, lol.
We leave next wednesday YEAH!!!!!! :cool1:
My dh is going to the breeders cup saturday with his dad so I will have plenty of time to pack.

[Suzy Mouse]

Don't worry it will be Nov. '08 before we know it! We will miss you guys!

Can't you bring ME as a trinket? I'll wear my ears!:confused3

[graygables]

Is anyone interested in the Pirate Soul scavenger hunt as a field trip? I need to get back to the lady there about it in the next few days. I was thinking either noon or 230 pm (Disney has it busy from 1pm-230). Let me know if you are interested and what time works best for you!

[graygables]

ALSO...I've put together an awesome set of scrapbook layouts! There are 22 pages (Title, Welcome Aboard, Key West, Sea, Just Beachy, Viva Mexico, Ocean Vistas, Castaway Cay, Pirate, Elegance at Sea, Quite a Character, and a 'Til We Meet Again pocket page) and will come in 12x12 page protectors. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED in having a good start to your scrapbook done before you even get home, please let me know ASAP. I am bringing the kits/scrapbooking supplies onboard and will be happy to meet with you to show you how it's done or if you want, can make the pages up for you. I'll also be able to ship these home for you so you don't have to deal with trying to pack it in your luggage.

Please PM me for more details. I'll have photos of the layouts in a few days that I can send you.

[needAcruise]

Is anyone interested in the Pirate Soul scavenger hunt as a field trip? I need to get back to the lady there about it in the next few days. I was thinking either noon or 230 pm (Disney has it busy from 1pm-230). Let me know if you are interested and what time works best for you!

What is a Pirate Soul scavenger hunt and what day is this happening on? :confused:

[graygables]

What is a Pirate Soul scavenger hunt and what day is this happening on? :confused:

It's the Pirate Soul museum at Key West, so Sunday. They offer the same scavenger hunt that DCL has for their excursion as a "field trip" and it's quite a bit of savings. The lady I contacted said we'd talk figures when I got her some numbers, but the website advertises something like $7 per student. We can't go between 1-230 as that is when DCL does theirs and it takes up the museum's resources.

[Beauty luvs Beast]

okay, i just need some DIS moral support because DH's answers is "just pack". He doesn't understand that it is ME who is responsible for all of the extra "stuff" we ALL will need and USE!!

Up until now I figured i'd get stuff together, go over my check list and done. HA HA HA!

now i'm reading major checklists that say all of these things i didn't think of (like a compass) and now i'm questioning myself - "well, one more little thing won't take up that much room".

i need fellow DIS to talk me down. it's not like we've never been to WDW before and cruised last year. i'm just a little overwhelmed.

DH is wonderful, but the fact remains that he needs to pack for himself, i.e., his OWN toothbrush, his OWN toiletries, etc.

thanks for letting me vent. i'll be here waiting with my piles of stuff...:rolleyes1

[love2travel]

okay, i just need some DIS moral support because DH's answers is "just pack". He doesn't understand that it is ME who is responsible for all of the extra "stuff" we ALL will need and USE!!

Up until now I figured i'd get stuff together, go over my check list and done. HA HA HA!

now i'm reading major checklists that say all of these things i didn't think of (like a compass) and now i'm questioning myself - "well, one more little thing won't take up that much room".

i need fellow DIS to talk me down. it's not like we've never been to WDW before and cruised last year. i'm just a little overwhelmed.

DH is wonderful, but the fact remains that he needs to pack for himself, i.e., his OWN toothbrush, his OWN toiletries, etc.

thanks for letting me vent. i'll be here waiting with my piles of stuff...:rolleyes1

I completely understand what you are saying. I am overhelmed myself. DH packed his stuff last week, DD had her clothes together. Myself on the other hand just started getting stuff together last night and I kept saying to DH, I am overwhelmed with all this stuff. Don't worry about the piles, I have piles everywhere too along with 6 different suitcases and/or suitbags. This will be our 3rd Disney Cruise and I always get like this before we go then once you are there everything is GREAT!! Look forward to meeting you.

[Beauty luvs Beast]

I completely understand what you are saying. I am overhelmed myself. DH packed his stuff last week, DD had her clothes together. Myself on the other hand just started getting stuff together last night and I kept saying to DH, I am overwhelmed with all this stuff. Don't worry about the piles, I have piles everywhere too along with 6 different suitcases and/or suitbags. This will be our 3rd Disney Cruise and I always get like this before we go then once you are there everything is GREAT!! Look forward to meeting you.

thanks, love2travel!

you've made me feel soooo much better!! My DD has her list all neatly typed, but I'm the one worry about taking all the medications, blah, blah, blah.

While I'm not happy you're living in piles and surrounded by suitcases, I am glad I'm not alone:) How old is your DD?

Looking forward to meeting you, too, my DIS Friend:thumbsup2

[SamIAm21]

I think you need to just "think" about what you are going to be doing excursion wise, etc., and decide what you might need. I can't even begin to think of why you might need a compass, unless you just like charting a course while you are out at sea.

I like those packing lists, but I also cross off a lot of things I know for sure I won't use!

DH will pack on Friday, November 2nd and not a minute earlier. I'm used to it. He figures whatever he forgets, he didn't need much anyway. This is his mode... he pulls out seven pair of socks, seven days worth of underwear, seven shirts, seven pairs of pants that will "match", his dop kit is always "supplied" and off he goes. I have packed his suit, tie, and belt already, so he just needs to do the basics. I've been packed more or less for three weeks... I'm ready to go... NOW!!

[love2travel]

thanks, love2travel!

you've made me feel soooo much better!! My DD has her list all neatly typed, but I'm the one worry about taking all the medications, blah, blah, blah.

While I'm not happy you're living in piles and surrounded by suitcases, I am glad I'm not alone:) How old is your DD?

Looking forward to meeting you, too, my DIS Friend:thumbsup2

My DD is 10

[Beauty luvs Beast]

love2travel:

almost forgot to ask (since you're a DCL veteran!) - any truth that you really use the over the door shoe organizers? we cruised on DCL last year (our first - and LOVED it!) and found the 3 of us had plenty of room and all found our own "spots" for our own stuff...

[Beauty luvs Beast]

I think you need to just "think" about what you are going to be doing excursion wise, etc., and decide what you might need. I can't even begin to think of why you might need a compass, unless you just like charting a course while you are out at sea.

I like those packing lists, but I also cross off a lot of things I know for sure I won't use!

DH will pack on Friday, November 2nd and not a minute earlier. I'm used to it. He figures whatever he forgets, he didn't need much anyway. This is his mode... he pulls out seven pair of socks, seven days worth of underwear, seven shirts, seven pairs of pants that will "match", his dop kit is always "supplied" and off he goes. I have packed his suit, tie, and belt already, so he just needs to do the basics. I've been packed more or less for three weeks... I'm ready to go... NOW!!

wow - i guess all DHs are the same...i'd be packed in 5 minutes too if all I had to worry about were my OWN clothes. me, on the other hand - leave the house in order, make sure the bills are paid, get travelers checks, and so on - you get the drift.

boy do I need this vacation - CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11

[love2travel]

love2travel:

almost forgot to ask (since you're a DCL veteran!) - any truth that you really use the over the door shoe organizers? we cruised on DCL last year (our first - and LOVED it!) and found the 3 of us had plenty of room and all found our own "spots" for our own stuff...

Actually this year is the first time we are taking a shoe organizer. The last 2 years I never took one and always felt that counters and desktops were always so messy. So we'll so how it goes. I paid 88 cents for it and it is going in the trash when I'm done with it, one less thing I need to bring home.

[Beauty luvs Beast]

Actually this year is the first time we are taking a shoe organizer. The last 2 years I never took one and always felt that counters and desktops were always so messy. So we'll so how it goes. I paid 88 cents for it and it is going in the trash when I'm done with it, one less thing I need to bring home.

sounds like a deal - where did you buy it? I also think i'm going to take those cheapie plastic over the door hooks ($1 at Walmart) to hang out tux and dresses.

[love2travel]

sounds like a deal - where did you buy it? I also think i'm going to take those cheapie plastic over the door hooks ($1 at Walmart) to hang out tux and dresses.

I got it at an Odd Lot store in the Poconos over the summer, was in the Poconos for the day, stopped in just to look around and came across it and said I'm going to put this away for the cruise. I know people on here have said they got them at Walmart pretty cheap and at the dollar stores too.

[Beauty luvs Beast]

I got it at an Odd Lot store in the Poconos over the summer, was in the Poconos for the day, stopped in just to look around and came across it and said I'm going to put this away for the cruise. I know people on here have said they got them at Walmart pretty cheap and at the dollar stores too.

it's on my list- thanks!

i have 2 more questions:
1-do you really do laundry on the cruise? we didn't last year, but now I'm thinking maybe i should bring a travel size of detergent. any suggestions?; and
2-do you bring an extension cord for hair dryer, etc.? the only thing i disliked in the cabin was that darn hair dryer - the handle got too hot and couldn't hold it after a short while. thought i'd bring my own w/an extension cord...

[love2travel]

it's on my list- thanks!

i have 2 more questions:
1-do you really do laundry on the cruise? we didn't last year, but now I'm thinking maybe i should bring a travel size of detergent. any suggestions?; and
2-do you bring an extension cord for hair dryer, etc.? the only thing i disliked in the cabin was that darn hair dryer - the handle got too hot and couldn't hold it after a short while. thought i'd bring my own w/an extension cord...

Have never done laundry on vacation, but this year I did buy travel size laundry det., just in case. Yes we do bring an extension cord. Today I'm going out to buy a travel hair dryer, I don't like the hair dryer either.
How old is DD?

[Beauty luvs Beast]

Have never done laundry on vacation, but this year I did buy travel size laundry det., just in case. Yes we do bring an extension cord. Today I'm going out to buy a travel hair dryer, I don't like the hair dryer either.
How old is DD?

DD is 13. When do you fly out? Looking forward to meeting you! Thanks for the mini-seminar! Helped tremendously - I'm ready to face the piles now!!

[michboro]

wow - i guess all DHs are the same...i'd be packed in 5 minutes too if all I had to worry about were my OWN clothes. me, on the other hand - leave the house in order, make sure the bills are paid, get travelers checks, and so on - you get the drift.

boy do I need this vacation - CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11
My DH is the same way. He will pack the night before and even wait till the morning we leave to get any of his toiletries together! I'm the one who packs all of the kids clothes, buys any extra things we need and organizes everything in the suitcases. I have started putting together some of my things, but probably won't start packing till next week.

[Beauty luvs Beast]

My DH is the same way. He will pack the night before and even wait till the morning we leave to get any of his toiletries together! I'm the one who packs all of the kids clothes, buys any extra things we need and organizes everything in the suitcases. I have started putting together some of my things, but probably won't start packing till next week.

amen, girlfriend!:thumbsup2

[graygables]

We leave a week from today for our journey down and I've got NOTHING packed, no lists made, nada. I'm still in "work" mode, last minute tie-dying, cutting for the scrapbook kits, finishing up lessons we need to get done w/ DDs before we leave...

I told them today that we'd pack next Monday, the day before we leave. :scared1:

[roliepolieoliefan]

My DH is the same way. He will pack the night before and even wait till the morning we leave to get any of his toiletries together! I'm the one who packs all of the kids clothes, buys any extra things we need and organizes everything in the suitcases. I have started putting together some of my things, but probably won't start packing till next week.

I hear ya!

[strousmouse]

well a nerve was certainly hit regarding packing! My DH also only packs for himself and doesn't understand my stress. I have had the suitcases out for a week and started my pile but still have to get going for the DS's stuff. I know it will all get done and DH always says whatever we forget can be bought.

[DuncanLL]

We are not packed. The suitcases are still in the attic. We have no lists. Yet, I'm sure all will be done before we have to leave for the airport on Nov. 2nd.

After numerous cruises, we have found that we pack and take less each time we go. Our family is pretty easy-going and laid back. No shoe holders or fish extenders. We've never done laundry on the ship. Most of our days are spent in a bathing suit and cover up. We take enough underwear for the whole trip, but I can't guarantee we won't wear some clothes more than once - especially if they were only worn for an hour or two.

As long as we remember all the suitcases (we forgot the garment bag hanging on our bedroom door one time), cameras and tickets, I consider us ready to go.

The only "extras" worth packing are a nightlight (cabins with no porthole or verandah can get pretty dark at night) and a small air freshener (helps in close quarters).

Lots of schoolwork to do before we go and we've got to get our work in order so we can be away for a week.

Can't wait!

LD:woohoo:

[SweetSpot]

I know it will all get done and DH always says whatever we forget can be bought.

When I stressed out about packing the first couple years my DH would say this also but.... there are no Walmarts in the middle of the ocean. It's easy to say but don't stress too much about packing. Somehow it always gets done. All the little extras on the many lists out there are great to have but aren't trip breakers if forgotten. On our first cruise we brought everything suggested along and never found a use for the over the door shoe hanger, night light, etc.

I wish the weather would get cooler so I could get clothes from my kids at this rate I will be packing the last night along with all them men out there.

[graygables]

I wish the weather would get cooler so I could get clothes from my kids at this rate I will be packing the last night along with all them men out there.

:lmao: That's EXACTLY what I told DH last night!

[DuncanLL]

I know what you mean. We're still in shorts and T-shirts. This weather is insane!!

[love2travel]

They say the weather here in Jersey is supposed to cool off the middle of next week. We'll see!

[SamIAm21]

I know what you mean. We're still in shorts and T-shirts. This weather is insane!!

Yeah, we were in shorts and tshirts all weekend and now it has cooled off significantly. The cool weather will be there soon, so enjoy it now! I'm in Chicago, so, it's not too far away!

[DSNYFN1]

Can someone help me. I read in a book about the TRopical Rainforest room or some such thing and can't find any infor on DCL website. What is it for sure and how do I get booked?:confused3

[parlay]

I believe that you DON'T need a reservation for the Tropical Rainforest Room (a spa area with heated chairs, steam rooms), I think the fee is $15/day. I've never been, but am looking forward to it.

And I am also waiting for the weather to get cooler here, so I can pack those shorts that my children are wearing! Wow, I can't believe we'll be on the ship NEXT week! :)

[Beauty luvs Beast]

are autograph books available for purchase at the port before check in? i thought i read somewhere they were. The Disney Store no longer sells them and it's too late to order.

[SweetSpot]

I've never seen them at the port but it's very possible they have them in the little cafe. I have seen them in the store onboard. That was last year but I would think they still have them since so many kids love getting the autographs.

[SamIAm21]

are autograph books available for purchase at the port before check in? i thought i read somewhere they were. The Disney Store no longer sells them and it's too late to order.


Here's a little idea if you want to skip the Autograph book. I bought my daughter two white pillowcases at Wal*Mart for about $5.99 a pack. I also bought a handful of really colorful permanent markers in noted character colors. Light blue for Cinderella, lime green for Tinkerbell or Peter Pan, pink for Sleeping Beauty, red for Mickey, etc. We will have the characters sign the cases and then that will be something DD can have and look at for a long time to come. They will also be very colorful. It won't be just a book that gets put on a shelf at home.

[Beauty luvs Beast]

thanks for the ideas - i'm on the job!

this is yet ANOTHER EXAMPLE of how DHs are clueless when it comes to packing and the related details. Autographs are very important details at that!

We went to Home Depot yesterday and got the Mickey heads (in various colors!).

YIPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE - it's almost time for the DECK PARTY!!:cool1:

[love2travel]

Here's a little idea if you want to skip the Autograph book. I bought my daughter two white pillowcases at Wal*Mart for about $5.99 a pack. I also bought a handful of really colorful permanent markers in noted character colors. Light blue for Cinderella, lime green for Tinkerbell or Peter Pan, pink for Sleeping Beauty, red for Mickey, etc. We will have the characters sign the cases and then that will be something DD can have and look at for a long time to come. They will also be very colorful. It won't be just a book that gets put on a shelf at home.

You can turn your pillow case into Guest Services and they will have the characters sign it for you. They also sign photo mats as well, we did that one year and it came out so nice.

[graygables]

Just need to do a little vent. Not only is H (no D) NOT going on the cruise (which we already knew), now he's not even coming for the land part AFTER the cruise, which happens to include my birthday. :headache: He's been delayed starting his next job (he's a contractor) and "just can't take off whenever". He's right, sort of, we need him to work more than he has this year, but had he actually worked more this year, he could have taken off. DDs are MAJORLY bummed and it's really put a damper on our excitement about this trip. :sad1: Please send them some perk-up pixies (and me some not POed ones :rolleyes1 ) so we can move forward. I still have more work to do than can ever be done between now and then and I'm NOT having fun yet. :guilty:

[VeronicaWest]

im completely oblivious and forget who it is whos doing the scrapbook pages. i was thinking that it would be a wonderfull gift for my parents for christmas and was wondering how much whomever was asking for them.

[DuncanLL]

I know the Disney Stores do not sell the autograph books anymore but the Disney Shops in the Orlando Airport may still carry them. There is a good size shop in the main concourse before you go down and get your luggage. Our last cruise was in 2004 and they didn't have a store at the port then. But who knows they may have added one since then. Looking forward to seeing everyone next Saturday!

[SamIAm21]

You can turn your pillow case into Guest Services and they will have the characters sign it for you. They also sign photo mats as well, we did that one year and it came out so nice.

No way! {{said in my best Elaine Bennis voice}}. That is such an awesome thing to do! If by the third day or so we don't seem to be racking up many autographs, I will do just that!

Thank you so much!

[graygables]

I'm attempting to tie dye pillow cases for DDs for autographs. I hope they turn out OK...I'm used to t-shirts!

So far no one has PMed about the Pirate Soul, so I'm going to email the lady tomorrow and tell her it's off unless anyone wants to do it. DDs and I are planning to go at noon to do the scavenger hunt on our own.

I still don't have photos of the scrapbook pages ready yet, but I'm hoping to by tomorrow night! I've been overrun with last minute tie-dye orders and have got to get those done/shipped before we leave on Tuesday (not to mention that silly little thing called P-A-C-K :rolleyes1 )

[Beauty luvs Beast]

I read somewhere awhile ago that the spa "sometimes" offers teen specials (facial, manicure). When I called DCL awhile ago they said they knew nothing about it, that the spa is run independently from their reservations and that it "might" be available - to check when we board.

Has anyone ever had any experience w/this? I'm sure it's not inexpensive:rotfl2: , but DD would enjoy it.

Any info???

I'm ready for that deck party!:woohoo:

[Beauty luvs Beast]

My DH is the same way. He will pack the night before and even wait till the morning we leave to get any of his toiletries together! I'm the one who packs all of the kids clothes, buys any extra things we need and organizes everything in the suitcases. I have started putting together some of my things, but probably won't start packing till next week.

So glad to know I'm not alone! I need to buy a few things, not much (toiletry-related items).

Do you take an extension cord or power strip? If so, I guess pack it in checked luggage? I've never done this before, but I think we'll need it w/hair dryer, chargers, camera, etc.

When do you fly out of NJ?

[SamIAm21]

I think the spas are run by a company called Steiner Leisure. I know they have a pretty extensive web site, so you might be able to find out some information there. Steiner runs the spas on many cruise ships, so maybe if they just show it as an offering overall, you could reason that it might be available on Disney.

Just a thought...

[Beauty luvs Beast]

thanks! I'm checking it out now...

[wishkidmom]

Well, we've bought stuff to put in the fish extenders, a few clothing items for DS, and toiletry items. Still have no documents. Still have no reservation for a place to stay Friday night. Oh, and still have nothing packed at all. Yup, I believe we're right on target. Last second folks that we are.

Almost Magic Time!!!

Lisa

[parlay]

Just wanted to make sure that I didn't miss a post inbetween. But the dismeet is going to be on Deck 9 near the Goofy Pool around 3pm on embarkation day and we should come with some Lime green or name tags!! Am I straight on this? I really am looking forward to meeting you all!

[love2travel]

Just wanted to make sure that I didn't miss a post inbetween. But the dismeet is going to be on Deck 9 near the Goofy Pool around 3pm on embarkation day and we should come with some Lime green or name tags!! Am I straight on this? I really am looking forward to meeting you all!


Yup, you have all the correct information, see you there. Also, if you are interested we are going to do a little Disney grab bag game. If you bring something, you will leave with something. A little Disney item between $1-$5 if you are interested. See you there!!!

[love2travel]

Ok, I just had to tell all my DIS friends our great news. We got word today from our travel agent that we were upgraded from a Cat. 9 to a Cat. 4. We are so excited, can't believe it. Just had to share our good news!:cool1: :thumbsup2 :rotfl: :) :banana:

[michboro]

Ok, I just had to tell all my DIS friends our great news. We got word today from our travel agent that we were upgraded from a Cat. 9 to a Cat. 4. We are so excited, can't believe it. Just had to share our good news!:cool1: :thumbsup2 :rotfl: :) :banana:

Congratulations! That is a really big upgrade!!:thumbsup2

[Beauty luvs Beast]

Hi Michboro-

how goes the packing? i'm just waiting for DH to tell me on Thursday he "needs something" for the trip.

when do you fly out of nj?

[Beauty luvs Beast]

Ok, I just had to tell all my DIS friends our great news. We got word today from our travel agent that we were upgraded from a Cat. 9 to a Cat. 4. We are so excited, can't believe it. Just had to share our good news!:cool1: :thumbsup2 :rotfl: :) :banana:

EXCELLENT - way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!:cool1:

[parlay]

Ok, I just had to tell all my DIS friends our great news. We got word today from our travel agent that we were upgraded from a Cat. 9 to a Cat. 4. We are so excited, can't believe it. Just had to share our good news!:cool1: :thumbsup2 :rotfl: :) :banana:

WOW! That is fantastic!! We are also a Cat. 4 - we'll see you in the hallways on deck 8!:yay:

[DVC from NJ]

I have not been on the DIS Boards in sooo long. I always used to read them religiously the last cruise we went on....When we finally got on the ship, we already knew so many friends! This summer that stretched into fall has been one of the worst--the endless home renovations (still not 100% finished), too much work, too much volunteering (why can't I ever say no!)?

But now I just received some really bad news. My parents are supposed to be coming on the cruise with us. They have never been on a cruise before, and I thought that they would love the Disney cruise. My dad, who has always had some health issues is not doing well. So bad in fact that they may not be able to come. Please say a prayer or spray some pixie dust our way so he gets better.

[michboro]

Hi Michboro-

how goes the packing? i'm just waiting for DH to tell me on Thursday he "needs something" for the trip.

when do you fly out of nj?

We are flying out Sat. morning. How about you?

I haven't really done any packing, because I've been too busy. I am starting to get stressed out thinking about the packing I have to do. I know my DH isn't worried about it.
How's your packing going?

[michboro]

I have not been on the DIS Boards in sooo long. I always used to read them religiously the last cruise we went on....When we finally got on the ship, we already knew so many friends! This summer that stretched into fall has been one of the worst--the endless home renovations (still not 100% finished), too much work, too much volunteering (why can't I ever say no!)?

But now I just received some really bad news. My parents are supposed to be coming on the cruise with us. They have never been on a cruise before, and I thought that they would love the Disney cruise. My dad, who has always had some health issues is not doing well. So bad in fact that they may not be able to come. Please say a prayer or spray some pixie dust our way so he gets better.

I hope things go better and his health improves and he is able to come.:grouphug:

[roliepolieoliefan]

Ok, I just had to tell all my DIS friends our great news. We got word today from our travel agent that we were upgraded from a Cat. 9 to a Cat. 4. We are so excited, can't believe it. Just had to share our good news!:cool1: :thumbsup2 :rotfl: :) :banana:

cool great news! :thumbsup2

[roliepolieoliefan]

I just can't believe its only 1 week away.

My DS's suit still fits from his 1st Communion last spring, :thumbsup2 so him and DH will both be wearing suits for formal night. My handsome men! :love:

I know what I'm wearing and I still have to decide on a dress for DD.

I know this is kind of late to ask now, but what do people wear to dinner on other nights? If I wore a skirt and heels, would I look out of place? DH and I don't go out alot so when I have the chance to dress up, I like to.

Also whats the earliest we can board the ship? We are still listed at 2nd dinner seating and I'm really hoping to get it changed.

Do the little girls wear Princess dresses? DD is princess crazed and loves to wear her dresses.

See you guys soon.

Sorry for all the questions! Guess I'm getting nervous with all the last minute details

[love2travel]

I have not been on the DIS Boards in sooo long. I always used to read them religiously the last cruise we went on....When we finally got on the ship, we already knew so many friends! This summer that stretched into fall has been one of the worst--the endless home renovations (still not 100% finished), too much work, too much volunteering (why can't I ever say no!)?

But now I just received some really bad news. My parents are supposed to be coming on the cruise with us. They have never been on a cruise before, and I thought that they would love the Disney cruise. My dad, who has always had some health issues is not doing well. So bad in fact that they may not be able to come. Please say a prayer or spray some pixie dust our way so he gets better.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hopefully, it will all work out for all of you.:grouphug:

[love2travel]

I just can't believe its only 1 week away.

My DS's suit still fits from his 1st Communion last spring, :thumbsup2 so him and DH will both be wearing suits for formal night. My handsome men! :love:

I know what I'm wearing and I still have to decide on a dress for DD.

I know this is kind of late to ask now, but what do people wear to dinner on other nights? If I wore a skirt and heels, would I look out of place? DH and I don't go out alot so when I have the chance to dress up, I like to.

Also whats the earliest we can board the ship? We are still listed at 2nd dinner seating and I'm really hoping to get it changed.

Do the little girls wear Princess dresses? DD is princess crazed and loves to wear her dresses.

See you guys soon.

Sorry for all the questions! Guess I'm getting nervous with all the last minute details

As far as what people wear, you will see everything from shorts to formal gowns. Wear what you are comfortable in. It's your vacation. No, you will not look out of place. If you arrive at the port early, you should be able to get a low number boarding card. I think last year they started boarding between 11:45 and noon. When you board go straight to the location for dinner changes and it shouldn't be a problem. We did it last year and got it changed, no problems. Yes, you will see a lot of little girls in Princess dresses, and you will be able to get some great pictures also. No problem for the questions, that's what we are all here for!! See you in a week!

[Nickymouse]

I have not been on the DIS Boards in sooo long. I always used to read them religiously the last cruise we went on....When we finally got on the ship, we already knew so many friends! This summer that stretched into fall has been one of the worst--the endless home renovations (still not 100% finished), too much work, too much volunteering (why can't I ever say no!)?

But now I just received some really bad news. My parents are supposed to be coming on the cruise with us. They have never been on a cruise before, and I thought that they would love the Disney cruise. My dad, who has always had some health issues is not doing well. So bad in fact that they may not be able to come. Please say a prayer or spray some pixie dust our way so he gets better.

Sending a prayer that everything will be okay. We are from Marlton too!

[Beauty luvs Beast]

We are flying out Sat. morning. How about you?

I haven't really done any packing, because I've been too busy. I am starting to get stressed out thinking about the packing I have to do. I know my DH isn't worried about it.
How's your packing going?

we fly out Friday nite - staying at the port.
i probably stressed you out with my complaining last week...oh puleeez - DHs just don't worry about that stuff:rolleyes1
well, i've packed most of my clothes already. now it's just the stuff everyone will use, medicines, packing my toiletry bag, blah, blah, blah.
i've been busy w/work, so i'm hoping to get some loose ends tied up this weekend.
looking forward to meeting you! are you traveling w/kids (ages?)?

[graygables]

Did everyone remember that we get an EXTRA HOUR on our cruise??? :cool1: DST ends on 11/4, so we get to fall back and enjoy and extra hour...how awesome is that? ;)

[DVC from NJ]

Thanks for all the kind words--we will find out on Monday if my parents are able to come. According to my dad, he is going!

I haven't packed a thing yet. Hopefully, my summer clothes will still fit. My daughter seems to be growing daily, good thing it doesn't matter with shorts and capris. My son still fits in his communion suit (but he's in 4th grade!), so he's covered. Is everyone planning a pirate outfit for pirate night?

[Trishde]

To DVC from NJ: Prayers for you father, hope he can be well enough to join you family

To love2travel: We will be also be passing by on deck 8 (we have gone for the cat 4 because of the extra room)

I still have mostly everything out but not packed yet. I am planning on doing that Monday. I just found out Thursday that I am going to see Bon Jovi tomorrow night at the new Prudential Center (my friend had an extra ticket!)

We are flying on Wednesday morning (can't wait). For the MNSSHP my DS11 is going to be an FBI agent & DS7 is going to be Harry Potter. They want me to dress up, so I have a martini t-shirt (or I nmight wear my Halloween t-shirt) I have a boa & tiara so I think I am going to be a party diva, lol. I did that a couple of years ago when the kids talked me into dressing up. Last year I was Madonna for school.

[graygables]

FINALLY! Here's a link to the photos of the scrapbook kits I'll be bringing along:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/16616488@N07/

There are a very limited number, so if you're interested PM me ASAP!

[michboro]

we fly out Friday nite - staying at the port.
i probably stressed you out with my complaining last week...oh puleeez - DHs just don't worry about that stuff:rolleyes1
well, i've packed most of my clothes already. now it's just the stuff everyone will use, medicines, packing my toiletry bag, blah, blah, blah.
i've been busy w/work, so i'm hoping to get some loose ends tied up this weekend.
looking forward to meeting you! are you traveling w/kids (ages?)?

One of my DS's is 9 and the other will turn 8 on Nov.5 on the cruise.
How about you?
I did start packing; I've gotten most stuff together, I just have to put everything in suitcases and narrow down the amount of things. I have a tendency to overpack.

[roliepolieoliefan]

we fly out Friday nite - staying at the port.
i probably stressed you out with my complaining last week...oh puleeez - DHs just don't worry about that stuff:rolleyes1
well, i've packed most of my clothes already. now it's just the stuff everyone will use, medicines, packing my toiletry bag, blah, blah, blah.
i've been busy w/work, so i'm hoping to get some loose ends tied up this weekend.
looking forward to meeting you! are you traveling w/kids (ages?)?

We are flying out Saturday morning.

Nothing packed. But thats me. I'll pack probably starting Wednesday. I pretty much know what I'm taking though. I set certain clothes aside for the kids that I bought at the Disney Store when they put their summer things on clearance.

Our DS is 9, and our DD is 4.

My birthday is on Tuesday, turning 29 again Come celebrate with us.

[parlay]

I have not been on the DIS Boards in sooo long. I always used to read them religiously the last cruise we went on....When we finally got on the ship, we already knew so many friends! This summer that stretched into fall has been one of the worst--the endless home renovations (still not 100% finished), too much work, too much volunteering (why can't I ever say no!)?

But now I just received some really bad news. My parents are supposed to be coming on the cruise with us. They have never been on a cruise before, and I thought that they would love the Disney cruise. My dad, who has always had some health issues is not doing well. So bad in fact that they may not be able to come. Please say a prayer or spray some pixie dust our way so he gets better.

:grouphug: Prayers and best wishes for your dad. Hang in there. I hope things get better!

[Beauty luvs Beast]

[QUOTE=roliepolieoliefan;21508873]We are flying out Saturday morning.

Nothing packed. But thats me. I'll pack probably starting Wednesday. I pretty much know what I'm taking though. I set certain clothes aside for the kids that I bought at the Disney Store when they put their summer things on clearance.

Our DS is 9, and our DD is 4.

My birthday is on Tuesday, turning 29 again Come celebrate with us.[/Q

Happy Birthday to you!!!!:woohoo: see you on the Magic:cool1:

[Beauty luvs Beast]

One of my DS's is 9 and the other will turn 8 on Nov.5 on the cruise.
How about you?
I did start packing; I've gotten most stuff together, I just have to put everything in suitcases and narrow down the amount of things. I have a tendency to overpack.

I am also an overpacker, but I think I'm doing pretty well (that's today, check with me tomorrow!). My DD is 13. Can't wait!!!!!!!!!!

Any special plans for DSs birthday onboard? Let the staff know - they'll make a fuss over him!

[parlay]

Did everyone remember that we get an EXTRA HOUR on our cruise??? :cool1: DST ends on 11/4, so we get to fall back and enjoy and extra hour...how awesome is that? ;)

I did see that!

Has anyone been looking at the 10 day forecasts? I don't want to "dampen" any spirits, but I'm a little bummed. They are forecasting rain (t-showers) for KeyWest on the 4th, and showers the day we dock at Grand Cayman and showers in Cozumel up to the 6th (not showing the 7th yet). I'm hoping the outlook clears up with time :hourglass !!

[Beauty luvs Beast]

We are flying out Saturday morning.

Nothing packed. But thats me. I'll pack probably starting Wednesday. I pretty much know what I'm taking though. I set certain clothes aside for the kids that I bought at the Disney Store when they put their summer things on clearance.

Our DS is 9, and our DD is 4.

My birthday is on Tuesday, turning 29 again Come celebrate with us.

For some reason, my original reply posted a little wacky, so here goes again:

Happy Birthday:woohoo: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm packing in piles and bits and pieces. Now its just time to do it!

See you on the Magic!!!!!!!!!:cool1:

[Deemarch]

I guess we should add ponchos due to the weather forecast! Don't worry, it's kind of like carrying your umbrella...YOU NEVER NEED IT IF YOU HAVE IT!! The power of positive thinking!! Hey, DH and I had the best time in a downpour in Curacao...We got stuck in a cloud burst in a little outdoor (umbrellas at tables) bar! We taught the local bartender how to make frozen daiquiri! At first, we thought he was joking about not knowing how to make one, but he was serious! Anyway, it turned out just fine and we waited out the rain there.

Of course, this could be harder to do with kids...They usually don't like daiquiris!! LOL

[love2travel]

We are flying out Saturday morning.

Nothing packed. But thats me. I'll pack probably starting Wednesday. I pretty much know what I'm taking though. I set certain clothes aside for the kids that I bought at the Disney Store when they put their summer things on clearance.

Our DS is 9, and our DD is 4.

My birthday is on Tuesday, turning 29 again Come celebrate with us.

Happy Birthday, hope you enjoy your day!!!

[love2travel]

Just spoke with DCL, they will be showing Dan in Real Life also as one of the movies.

[Beauty luvs Beast]

Okay, I see we're all on the same page here (being the DWs we are!). I bought ponchos at Target - 88 cents each. And if it rains while we're at sea, who cares, right!? We'll just laugh at the rain because we can charge the drinks to our cabin and we're not in NJ!!!! (I can say that last part because I'm a NJ gal myself).:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

As we speak, DH is packing - wow - with 4 extra days to spare at that.:rotfl2:

[iwannabeminnie]

All packed except for toiletries and a few odds and ends.

[roliepolieoliefan]

Thanks for all the early Birthday wishes. Actually I should have clarified , its not this Tuesday, its November 6th, Our Grand Cayman day, :banana:

I wouldn't put too much worry into the forecast. It will change 10 times in the next week, I'm sure!

DD was in a Halloween parade today and she wore her pink pirate costume she's wearing for Pirate night on the ship and she won a prize. I thought that was cool. She was happy!

I convinced DH to take a limo to the port instead of renting a car. I think I may go with sunrise. Is this a good one?

[love2travel]

Oh, ok we will definately celebrate your birthday with you!

How about them Steelers!!!!:cheer2: :cheer2:

[roliepolieoliefan]

Oh, ok we will definately celebrate your birthday with you!

How about them Steelers!!!!:cheer2: :cheer2:

How about them Steelers!! :banana:

Bring on the Ravens!!!!:yay:

[love2travel]

How about them Steelers!! :banana:

Bring on the Ravens!!!!:yay:

We are so looking forward to watching the game with all of our DIS friends.
Our jerseys and terrible towels were one of the first things we packed!!!:rotfl:

[roliepolieoliefan]

We are so looking forward to watching the game with all of our DIS friends.
Our jerseys and terrible towels were one of the first things we packed!!!:rotfl:

:thumbsup2

[parlay]

Our Black and Gold Jerseys are packed as well! Lets just hope Tropical Storm Noel is also a Steelers Fan and leaves us alone!

[DuncanLL]

I just check the recent forecast for Topical Storm Noel on the National Hurricane Center. They have it passing over the Bahamas at 8pm this Wednesday and out to sea. So if it stays on that track we should be fine to leave on Saturday as planned. Let's just hope it stays a tropical storm and will leave Castaway Cay alone!!

[mommynt]

It's been awhile since I posted. So many long days at work.... I'm a pharmacist, and the other pharmacists both moved away this summer.... The district mananger still has not found a replacement.... So I get a day off when there is a floater to fill in.... Oh well I'm off starting the 31st and not going back until Nov. 16......

Started packing......Made my list, so I hope I don't forget anything. Made the door magnents, got Lime Green Mickey heads made to identify us. Need to pickup gift exchange item.... Pickup last few things ... Drop of puppies at my parents house.... Get DD birthday present her birthday is on Nov 2, which she will spend on the plane.

Now, I know there is a cruise meet at 3 pm at the Goofy Pool when we board, DD wants to know how many of the kids will be there or if the ones that have been chatting are having their own special meet.... Is there anything else that I missed.... What's the latest on this tropical storm...

Connie

[Trishde]

Thanks for all the early Birthday wishes. Actually I should have clarified , its not this Tuesday, its November 6th, Our Grand Cayman day, :banana:

I wouldn't put too much worry into the forecast. It will change 10 times in the next week, I'm sure!

DD was in a Halloween parade today and she wore her pink pirate costume she's wearing for Pirate night on the ship and she won a prize. I thought that was cool. She was happy!

I convinced DH to take a limo to the port instead of renting a car. I think I may go with sunrise. Is this a good one?

My DH's birthday is Tuesday the 6th also!! The kids want to sing to him at dinner that night.

[Pengy]

There are quite a few birthdays during our cruise, Jen's is the 8th.

[DisVillainFan]

As far as I know all the kids should join in at the pool, gives them a chance to meet and the parents a chance to see whos who. They can always split up later and I'm sure they'll be in the labs together all day after that. :cool1:

[sillysully]

Looking forward to meeting everyone. Kids are so, so psyched! Erica - 10, Kendall - 9, and Brett - 6. I was wondering about the grab - we don't wrap the gifts, right? Do we put them in a bag or something tho? :confused3

Is anyone else doing the Reef, Rays and Rum Point adventure in GC?

See you all soon!!!!

[graygables]

My hubby is making sure that I enjoy my vacation away from him...by NOT LIFTING A FINGER TO HELP! :mad: Geez-oh-Pete, it's been like pulling teeth getting him to help me out. Oh, and to top it off, I'm going to be the one clunking around the ship in an Aircast boot. :scared: Even with a boo-boo, I can't get any help around here...sheesh!

We're heading south bright and early tomorrow, first to Hilton Head for a few days, then on to WDW for the MNSSHP on Friday. DDs are SO excited and we can't wait to meet everyone and relaaaaaaax!

[love2travel]

Looking forward to meeting everyone. Kids are so, so psyched! Erica - 10, Kendall - 9, and Brett - 6. I was wondering about the grab - we don't wrap the gifts, right? Do we put them in a bag or something tho? :confused3

Is anyone else doing the Reef, Rays and Rum Point adventure in GC?

See you all soon!!!!

No, you don't need to wrap the gift. I am bringing a big bag to put all the gifts in. I have a DD 10, also. See you Saturday!!

[love2travel]

My hubby is making sure that I enjoy my vacation away from him...by NOT LIFTING A FINGER TO HELP! :mad: Geez-oh-Pete, it's been like pulling teeth getting him to help me out. Oh, and to top it off, I'm going to be the one clunking around the ship in an Aircast boot. :scared: Even with a boo-boo, I can't get any help around here...sheesh!

We're heading south bright and early tomorrow, first to Hilton Head for a few days, then on to WDW for the MNSSHP on Friday. DDs are SO excited and we can't wait to meet everyone and relaaaaaaax!

Hopefully, once you get on the ship you can relax and enjoy yourself!
Have a safe trip!!

[Trishde]

:dancer: Doing the check-in dance! We are officially checked in WooHoo!
They just changed our flight tomorrow morning, only by 40 minutes. But this time tomorrow we will be in the air!
And yes, I am still packing :eek:
See everyone Saturday!!

[iwannabeminnie]

We checked in 70 days ago! Lol!

[3cheers4DIS]

Nearly packed,what a busy day, gathering all those things you need for a cruise, phoning disney dining for next years ADR'S and finally watching the Packers monday night o/t thriller :banana: against the Broncos. all that before the ironing starts !!!!! cheers Iain..

[love2travel]

:dancer: Doing the check-in dance! We are officially checked in WooHoo!
They just changed our flight tomorrow morning, only by 40 minutes. But this time tomorrow we will be in the air!
And yes, I am still packing :eek:
See everyone Saturday!!

Just changed your flight now for tomorrow, what airline are you flying?
Have a safe trip!

[SamIAm21]

Sounds like something Spirit Air would do. They are always changing flight times.

[DVC from NJ]

Just found out last night that my parents have to cancel the cruise. We hadn't made any plans for excursion in Cozumel, because they just wanted to see Mexico and shop! But now we have the opportunity to do something--I hope it's not too late--but does anyone have any good excursion ideas???

[love2travel]

Just found out last night that my parents have to cancel the cruise. We hadn't made any plans for excursion in Cozumel, because they just wanted to see Mexico and shop! But now we have the opportunity to do something--I hope it's not too late--but does anyone have any good excursion ideas???

Sorry to hear that your parents can't go. Last year in Cozumel, we did the Cozumel Beach Break through Disney, not a bad day at the beach. Other than that, no other suggestions.

[VeronicaWest]

:yay: Got to see a GREAT ultra sound of our lil bean today and he/she looked just like this:rotfl2: well add some arms and add in some bouncin around and theres our baby! We are soooo happy and thankfull that all is well :cloud9: . Being able to have everything checked so close to when we leave is such a HUGE relief to me. Also been approved to snorkel and swim and enjoy myself. actually , between him and the nurses i have been strictly instructed to enjoy my vacation.
Aside from that, i actually accomplished almost everything i needed to get done today. :cheer2: ! I got all of our toiletries and extras, with the exception of $store stuff and shoes. DD and I got our pedi's , which was a nice time for us:hug: , and i just did my nails. Now tomorrow i have to pick up the stuff at the $ store stuff, ne shoes i dont have, cameras or memory card for my digital, get some more packing done, and dye my hair. Thurs is finish packing and last min stuff. Thurs night we will be packing up the suv, since we need to leave our house at the latest 5:30 to make sure we make it to my brothershouse before 6:45 since we have to leave by that time for phila airport. Im not sure who is more nervous tho, my or DH, since he has never been on a plane in his life :scared: .

whew sorry bout all that i just needed to let it alllllll out ! lol...see you all on sat!!!!!

[love2travel]

Happy Halloween!

[roliepolieoliefan]

Happy Halloween to all! :)

3 days! :banana:

[michboro]

Happy Halloween!
I am almost done packing. I squeezed everything into 3 large duffel bags, and 2 or 3 carry on bags. How many suitcases is everyone else taking?
I can't believe it's only 3 days away!!:wave2:

[Beauty luvs Beast]

Happy Halloween!
I am almost done packing. I squeezed everything into 3 large duffel bags, and 2 or 3 carry on bags. How many suitcases is everyone else taking?
I can't believe it's only 3 days away!!:wave2:


What did you pack to get everything so neatly organized?????? There are 3 of us - we're all taking one large suitcase, each have a carry-on (except you just know MINE will be stuffed w/ everyone else's "almost forgots") plus we're taking a garment bag for the formalwear. Gee, did we overpack??? How big are those duffels, Michboro???:rolleyes1

[michboro]

What did you pack to get everything so neatly organized?????? There are 3 of us - we're all taking one large suitcase, each have a carry-on (except you just know MINE will be stuffed w/ everyone else's "almost forgots") plus we're taking a garment bag for the formalwear. Gee, did we overpack??? How big are those duffels, Michboro???:rolleyes1
They are 30" rolling duffels. I was worried that I really overpacked, and didn't know how to organize or fit in everything. I had to really stuff things in there for the 4 of us, and then there wasn't enough room for some of my younger DS's clothing, so my DH said to just cut the amount of clothing taken in 1/2. I didn't want to do that, because I would have a hard time eliminating things. I was considering using a 4th duffel, but then I ended up fitting the excess in another carryon bag instead. I will also have 2 carryon bags for all of our toiletries (1 larger and 1 smaller sized one), but I'll be checking one of them in, because it contains some liquids that are larger than 3 oz., and the one I'll carry on will have all important things. I didn't take a garment bag; I hope the formal wear will be okay.

[Beauty luvs Beast]

They are 30" rolling duffels. I was worried that I really overpacked, and didn't know how to organize or fit in everything. I had to really stuff things in there for the 4 of us, and then there wasn't enough room for some of my younger DS's clothing, so my DH said to just cut the amount of clothing taken in 1/2. I didn't want to do that, because I would have a hard time eliminating things. I was considering using a 4th duffel, but then I ended up fitting the excess in another carryon bag instead. I will also have 2 carryon bags for all of our toiletries (1 larger and 1 smaller sized one), but I'll be checking one of them in, because it contains some liquids that are larger than 3 oz., and the one I'll carry on will have all important things. I didn't take a garment bag; I hope the formal wear will be okay.

WOW! you really had a packing plan! I'm sure whatever you packed for formalwear will be great - you know really anything goes. We decided to dress up - all 3 of us got into the theme (especially DH who bought a tux!:groom: ) - we want to have a nice picture, too!

Okay, we're ready! My Bahama Mama is waiting for me on deck!!:cool1:

Looking forward to meeting you on Saturday. Are you going to the meet?

[thisisthelife]

Happy Halloween Everyone :banana:
I am not done packing yet and I am overpacked already:scared: We have 1 large Garment Bag, 3 30inch Dufflebages, 1 large suitcase, laptop case and all our carryons. I cant believe that we are only 3 days out, I am hoping the weather will hold up and the Noel will blow away:worship:
I am surviving on little sleep and lots and lots of coffee:hyper:

[SamIAm21]

Well, the best thing about these storms is that they usually suck up all the energy around them and once they depart, seas are usually very calm. So, I'm hoping this holds true after Noel leaves town. He looks like he'll be out of the way just in time!

Don't let the door hit ya in the butt on the way out, Noel... Leave, shoo, go!!

[michboro]

WOW! you really had a packing plan! I'm sure whatever you packed for formalwear will be great - you know really anything goes. We decided to dress up - all 3 of us got into the theme (especially DH who bought a tux!:groom: ) - we want to have a nice picture, too!

Okay, we're ready! My Bahama Mama is waiting for me on deck!!:cool1:

Looking forward to meeting you on Saturday. Are you going to the meet?

Look forward to meeting you too. I'm going to try to go to the meet.
Can't wait till Saturday!!!:banana:

[iwannabeminnie]

How many people are you packing for is the question. DH and I have 4 suitcases and garment bag. We are also spending a week at WDW after the cruise. Did we overpack?

[SamIAm21]

Let's see, so far, we have two garment bags, a suitcase for each of us (3) and the carry on bag that I'm bringing with all the miscellaneous stuff in it that we need.

Here's a question, will our cabins be ready when we get on board, at least ready enough to put a bag in the cabin and then just leave. We probably won't board until at least 1:00 p.m.

pirate:

[iwannabeminnie]

You have to get there before then! You'll miss all the fun!

[Pengy]

Happy Halloween!

Jen finished this afternoon, so we're packed (other than throwing my razor in the bag in the AM). Three suitcases plus a carryon each for the 2 of us, so I didn't think it was too bad. Plus we have lots of room to bring back goodies!!

We fly out tomorrow AM; we have to take down our Halloween display tonight after the trick or treaters have finished.

See you all on Saturday!!

Pengy
aka Fred

[love2travel]

We have 3 suitcases, 1 for each of us and 2 garment bags and we each have a carry-on bag. I keep saying to DH that it seems like we have less stuff than we did last cruise, I don't know why. See you all on Saturday!

Don't worry according to the weather reports, Noel will be long gone by the time we get on the ship.

[CastawayCayLover]

Let's see, so far, we have two garment bags, a suitcase for each of us (3) and the carry on bag that I'm bringing with all the miscellaneous stuff in it that we need.

Here's a question, will our cabins be ready when we get on board, at least ready enough to put a bag in the cabin and then just leave. We probably won't board until at least 1:00 p.m.

pirate:


Staterooms are ready at 1:30, sometimes they'll open a little earlier. Unfortunately they discourage dropping bags in the rooms by having a tape up across the entrance to the hall from the elevator/stairs lobby area.

[SamIAm21]

You have to get there before then! You'll miss all the fun!

Our flight doesn't land until about 11:00 and by the time we get to the bus and get on our way, I'm sure it will be closer to noon. Then, it's an hour to the port, so I don't really think we can make it any sooner. What am I going to miss cause dang, I hate to miss stuff. I'll be there for the sail away party!

[VeronicaWest]

about the bags....aren;t we only allowed 2 check in bags, 1 carryon, and purse per person on the plane/ship? DH packed today , but of course has no toiletries so thats what i have to pack. done packing DD except for sox, and her dress and shoes will go in my bag. so going with the 2 bag rule, I have to pack my stuff, toiletries, DD;s extras , and nething DH forgot to pack in his 2 bags, all while leaving enough room so that we will have space for goodies!
as for bein 3 days, im not even counting tonight cause im tooo tired, and we leave on fri AM...so for us we have 1 full day to get everything done and car packed.
went to $store today and found some GREAT disney stuff! Even found tink,minnie,and donald dry erase boards for the door! im sooo excited!!!!!

[love2travel]

If it's raining on Saturday when we board, we will have the DIS Meet in the Promenade Lounge at 3pm. Hopefully, it won't be raining, but just in case.

[iwannabeminnie]

I had to repack some things last night. One of my bags is/was over the 50 pound limit imposed by my airline.

Has anybody had problems getting a portable DVD player through airport security? We had thought about taking ours (with earplugs) so we could have an "inflight movie".

[love2travel]

I had to repack some things last night. One of my bags is/was over the 50 pound limit imposed by my airline.

Has anybody had problems getting a portable DVD player through airport security? We had thought about taking ours (with earplugs) so we could have an "inflight movie".


We take our portable DVD player with us everytime we fly and have never had a problem. My DH and DD always watch a movie together with there earplugs. See you on Saturday!

[iwannabeminnie]

Great! Now what movie should I take? The Disney Cruise Line DVD? or something I haven't already watched 50 million times?

[SamIAm21]

Great! Now what movie should I take? The Disney Cruise Line DVD? or something I haven't already watched 50 million times?

Anything but Titanic or Poseidon Adventure... :rotfl:

[cheysdad]

Dis Villain Fan, Love 2 travel and Love 2 travel jr.

Bon Voyage from Long Island! Have a great trip, a safe trip and take lots of pictures!

We will miss being with you guys...enjoy....

[iwannabeminnie]

Anything but Titanic or Poseidon Adventure... :rotfl:

or Snakes on a Plane!

[love2travel]

Dis Villain Fan, Love 2 travel and Love 2 travel jr.

Bon Voyage from Long Island! Have a great trip, a safe trip and take lots of pictures!

We will miss being with you guys...enjoy....

Thanks cheysdad, we will call you from the ship!

[Suzy Mouse]

Dis Villain Fan, Love 2 travel and Love 2 travel jr.

Bon Voyage from Long Island! Have a great trip, a safe trip and take lots of pictures!

We will miss being with you guys...enjoy....

Copy Cat!!!!

I need to hear that horn blowing!!! Call my cell!!!! have an awesome time and enjoy your veranda! traveling will never be the same again!!

To all who are traveling with love2travel and Dis Villan Fan...nicest sweetest people! You're all so lucky. We'll be lucky next year!!
Bon Voyageeeeeeee:hug:

[love2travel]

Copy Cat!!!!

I need to hear that horn blowing!!! Call my cell!!!! have an awesome time and enjoy your veranda! traveling will never be the same again!!

To all who are traveling with love2travel and Dis Villan Fan...nicest sweetest people! You're all so lucky. We'll be lucky next year!!
Bon Voyageeeeeeee:hug:


Thanks SuzyMouse, we will call you!

[michboro]

Well only 1 more day! We leave tomorrow morning. Is anyone else leaving tomorrow, or has everyone left already? I hope Noel has no impact on our cruise. It is supposed to be moving north away from Bahamas, so hopefully it won't have any effect. The weather forecast predicts 60% chance of scattered thunderstorms for Cayman Islands on Tues., and 60% chance of showers for Cozumel on Wed. :mad: I hope the weather report changes by then and it doesn't effect anyone's shore excursions. Look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow, 3 PM at Goofy Pool!:cool1:

[roliepolieoliefan]

Well only 1 more day! We leave tomorrow morning. Is anyone else leaving tomorrow, or has everyone left already? I hope Noel has no impact on our cruise. It is supposed to be moving north away from Bahamas, so hopefully it won't have any effect. The weather forecast predicts 60% chance of scattered thunderstorms for Cayman Islands on Tues., and 60% chance of showers for Cozumel on Wed. :mad: I hope the weather report changes by then and it doesn't effect anyone's shore excursions. Look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow, 3 PM at Goofy Pool!:cool1:

Nope we're leaving tomorrow morning too. I'm sitting here waiting to do my online check-in for SWA at 7:10am.

I can't believe its here. :banana: I seen the weather for Cayman and Cozumel. The forecast has stayed the same all week, I also hope it changes. We have a beach excursion planned for Cozumel. How about you guys?

See ya tomorrow! 3pm Goofy pool.

[love2travel]

We will be leaving for the aiport in just a little while. See you all in Florida tomorrow!:cool1:

[DuncanLL]

:cool1: We're headed over to Philly airport around noon today. STill have a few things to pack. DH and DS are ay work/school for a few hours this AM.

See everyone tomorrow!

[michboro]

Nope we're leaving tomorrow morning too. I'm sitting here waiting to do my online check-in for SWA at 7:10am.

I can't believe its here. :banana: I seen the weather for Cayman and Cozumel. The forecast has stayed the same all week, I also hope it changes. We have a beach excursion planned for Cozumel. How about you guys?

See ya tomorrow! 3pm Goofy pool.
We also have a beach excursion for Cozumel. Where are you flying from?
We are leaving from Newark, NJ. I hope Noel doesn't cause any flight delays.
We are on an 8:45 am flight. It was changed a couple of months ago from 8 am.

[kowalchicky]

It's finally here :cool1:
I'm getting nervous about the weather, I hope it clears up for us.
Our flight is leaving out of Newark at 6am

[SamIAm21]

We leave tomorrow morning too! I can't wait! We are all very excited! The weather for Port Canaveral and Key West look good! Scattered showers in GC is doable, but that "Showers" in Cozumel looks not so good! It could change though and if it doesn't, we'll just have to keep "singing in the rain".

Bon Voyage to all the DIS'ers. Have a wonderful time. This has been a great thread to post on for the last six months! I appreciate all the feedback and answers on my endless questions. I can't wait to see the posts upon return!

I hope everyone has a MAGICAL pixiedust: cruise!!

[roliepolieoliefan]

Hi all,

We are flying out of Pittsburgh, so we should be OK (fingers crossed). Our flight takes off at 7:10am.

I'll be sending pixie dust your way for all of you on the coast flying out Saturday morning. Are they calling for lots of rain for you guys?

Almost everything is packed. I'm nervous about the weight limit. I was only going to take 3 suitcases for 4 of us and a garmet bag. But I think I'm going to take an extra small suitcase to take some of the shoes, and things like that that weigh your suitcase down.

I have to run to Wal-mart to get some of the pictures off my memory card, forgot all about that.

Did you guys wash your pillowcases? I hope I was supposed to, because I did.

See you guys tomorrow! :)

[SamIAm21]

Hey RoliePolieOlieFan, we'll be right behind you in the sky. Leaving Chicago at 7:40 a.m. I'm going to bed early tonight! Hello, Melatonin! One ticket to dreamland please! I think we need to be up by about 4:15, 4:30 or so. We need to be to the airport by 5:30! I can't wait!!!

I didn't wash my pillowcases because I thought it would be easier to write on if they were still sort of stiff??? Sheesh, should I wash them? :confused:

[strousmouse]

We leave tomorrow on 6:45am flight!!!!!!! We are almost ready just a few odds and ends left to do!!

[love2travel]

It was great meeting everyone that we met. Will be posting a trip report within the next few days!

[Trishde]

Hi All!
I did not get to officially meet DisBoards members but we may have had experiences at the same time or met & didn't know we were Dis ers
But I thought about putting up a survey or evaluation set to questions that our family experienced on the cruise. I wonder (not the Wonder which I will be on again in July 08 & alot of crew were from the Wonder) if we could all set questions to where we were & what we did & which crew members we met, oh and of course any excursions,
We got home Sunday night & had a heck of a time getting home (almost didn't thanks to airline error) & I started that new job Monday morning (have to say so far awesome!)
I will try to get a full trip report together either this weekend or next to post on the trip report section of the boards, I don't have a scanner so I can't scan navigators for future cruisers but I can give a taste of what we experienced. My email is pattidepc@aol.com
BTW, we were the Bingo mafia, lol. Any Bingo people out there can contact me too.
Sorry to those who have been trying to get this song out of their head: B-11 BB-11
B-11 BB-11 Do the sprinkler now B-11 bb-11

[Mint Addiction]

I loved the B-11 song and dance...I still have it in my head...so fun.

[michboro]

So is anyone going on the Jersey Week Western again (11/1/08) next year?
We rebooked on board for this cruise.

[love2travel]

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays to all of our DIS Friends.