3/7/09 Western Caribbean - Meet Information

[MiknMinMouse]

YIPPEEE, just booked for this cruise. Got everything I wanted - category & dining.

Now to count the days.:cool1:

So everyone knows - the meet is scheduled for 3 p.m. at the Promenade lounge. I"m sorry I won't be able to make it but I'm sure we'll all have a blast on this cruise.

You'll know my room by all of the signs on Deck 8 :-))).

[1drifter]

We're getting ready to book this cruise--and I'm already starting to get excited. We're planning on 10 adults and 3 active little boys. Our 1st Disney cruise was spring break 2007 and unfortunately this will be the same itinerary. But that doesn't matter much when you're on the Magic!

[disneyfaninaz]

Count me in. We were on the March 8th Western cruise last year. This year we are celebrating my successful treatment and recovery from breast cancer.

[MiknMinMouse]

We have 5 staterooms full of people so far going :-)). It seems like forever til it gets here, but at least it gives me time to pay a little bit here and there so the cost isn't so overwhelming.

[dawne577]

Just booked my daughter, SIL & grandsons' stateroom - two weeks until my husband and I can. It's been a few years since we cruised Disney and I can't wait to go again! We've never cruised with a grandchild so young(he'll be 20 months old.) I'm going to have to start researching - the good thing is that my DH & I have been to these ports numerous times(except Grand Cayman - we've never been able to tender because of rough seas) so we won't mind chilling with the baby.

[1drifter]

Hi Dawne, welcome aboard!
My grandson will be about 13 months old when we cruise. Last time we had a 3 year old and a 5 year old so this will be a new experience for us too. Luckily we have 9 loving adults traveling with us so there should usually be someone to hang out with Riley. But if you come upon any great tips for cruising Disney with a baby, do share! Shari

[SplashMountainManiac]

We just booked this cruise and are incredibly, incredibly, beyond words excited. I actually ran out of my dorm screaming with excitement when I found out. It will be me, 18 year old guy, and my parents. We even managed to snag one of the secret port hole rooms which was really exciting. Looking forward to sailing with all of you. :cool1:

[MTH]

We just booked this cruise yesterday - excited to be cruising DCL again - it's been a couple of years:cool1: :woohoo:

[disneyfaninaz]

Welcome aboard! I was getting a little worried with so few of us on this cruise. ;)

[MiknMinMouse]

We just booked this cruise and are incredibly, incredibly, beyond words excited. I actually ran out of my dorm screaming with excitement when I found out. It will be me, 18 year old guy, and my parents. We even managed to snag one of the secret port hole rooms which was really exciting. Looking forward to sailing with all of you. :cool1:

We're actually taking this cruise to celebrate my 17 year old son's graduation :-). If you see a big kid (I know he's pretty much an adult now but he'll always be my kid) having to wear Mickey grad ears at one of the dinners, that's us :-)

[MiknMinMouse]

Count me in. We were on the March 8th Western cruise last year. This year we are celebrating my successful treatment and recovery from breast cancer.

That is WONDERFUL - what a great celebration. Can't believe it's 112 days away. My final payment is due pretty soon and then we can finally start looking at shore excursions.

We're trying to get a WDW trip in the week before, hoping that will work out.:cool1: :yay: :yay:

[1drifter]

I just made our final payments!:cheer2:
Now I'm ready to book some shore excursions, Palo reservations and get the kids signed up on Dec. 7th!
Does anyone have some favorite excursions they recommend on the Western itinerary?? Shari

[dawne577]

We canceled the cruise because we were able to take all the grandkids, mommies & daddies to DisneyWorld with the 4/3 promo - today I found an even better price on the 7 day western, May 30th. Now just my DH and I will be sailing the ocean blue. Hope everyone has a great vacation!

[disneyfaninaz]

Just finished my online reservation and got everything we wanted! :cool1:

[1drifter]

Good going disneyfaninaz! I just signed up for a shore excursion. However Palo reservations on-line are only for 1-2 or 3-4 people. I was hoping to get a table for 6 or 9 of us. I guess I have to wait until we're on board for that. We had no trouble last time getting the reservaton for 6 once we were on board.

[SplashMountainManiac]

Grabbed all of the Palo ressies we wanted thanks to a very kind supervisor at DCL. Our travel agent didn't submit payment when we asked her to so 90 days came and we couldn't book. The supervisor sent an email to reservations asking them to hold spots for us and when our reservation was paid we found everything we had asked for. Gotta love DCL service. Doing the GPS walking tour in Key West and just exploring the other ports on our own, Key West is the only new one for us. Just a few months. :cool1:

[1drifter]

Hey Wendy--
I see you on some of the creative boards. Are you making door signs or tee shirts for your cruise?
I haven't done door signs or tee shirts before, but I'm planning both for this cruise. I'm making the 1st iron-on tee shirts today. Hope they turn out! Then my daughter-in-law and I are going to attempt tie-dye shirts for all 12 people in our group.
Last trip my 8 year old grandson was envious of other people's door signs, So this time I told him we will make some together and surprise everyone else.
We'll have 4 staterooms to put them on.
It's been fun so far--I hope I'm happy with the finished projects!

[disneyfaninaz]

Actually I have made several door magnets. I am making them for our neighbors' door as well. I wanted to make shirts, but everybody is baulking at wearing matching shirts. I may make some for myself and my DD to wear. Haven't decided yet.

I had a lot of fun searching the boards for different ideas and graphics. I'm looking forward to printing them out.

I'm looking forward to seeing who decorates their doors on this cruise.

Wow, 4 doors is a lot. I hope you are happy with them as well!

[MTH]

Finally got around to making our ressies - got most of what we wanted (not bad since booking so late!) We also booked Coronado Springs for the week following the cruise...yeah!:banana:

[bubby627]

Just Booked this cruise! Going with my DM, DD, DS and DSBF. Only a few Weeks away!!!! Get excited and bring your dancing shoes everyone!!!!!

[EPCOTgrl1]

Just booked as well... We are very excited to be going.

[disneyfaninaz]

Just Booked this cruise! Going with my DM, DD, DS and DSBF. Only a few Weeks away!!!! Get excited and bring your dancing shoes everyone!!!!!

Just booked as well... We are very excited to be going.

:welcome: Welcome Aboard!

Just under 2 months left to go. Now that all of the Xmas stuff is put away, I can start concentrating on the cruise. I started printing out my magnets yesterday. I've decided to do shirts for myself, my DD, my DNW and DNDD2. Hopefully that will come out alright.

Do any of you happen to have an 8 year old girl traveling in your party?

[1drifter]

I got really carried away with the shirt making! I think I have made over a dozen now for my 3 grandsons--and as birthday gifts for 2 of their friends who are not cruising but like Disney and Star Wars designs from the DIS boards anyway. They turned out so cute I just couldn't stop! I've done a couple of magnets so far and I'm not getting carried away doing them. (I will not get carried away...I will not get carried away!) Since our group has four cabins, I thought one on each cabin door would be sufficient.
I'm counting down the days now! Shari

[pixiedust519]

45 more days and we'll be on the ship!

Are any of you planning on having fish extenders? I know a lot of DIS groups create and plan a list of cruisers with fish extenders so everyone will be included. Anyone interested in participating?

[EPCOTgrl1]

We are just 2 adults...

[cathicool]

l think we will be joining you!

We are a family of 5 and our friends- a family of 4 - are also serious about going. I'll keep you posted...and update ASAP!

[EPCOTgrl1]

last time that I talked to Disney they said that our cruise was only about 60% full.. that would be nice if it stays like that :) it would be a nice relaxing trip!!!

[disneyfaninaz]

That doesn't surprise me considering cruise rates have stayed the same and there are still space available in just about every category. Yes, a little less full ship would be nice.

[MTH]

wow - not a full ship would be nice! ::yes:: Actually we're hoping for an upgrade (we're willing to pay for it) but our TA had to put us on a waitlist. We're Cat. 6 right now, thinking of trying out a suite if one becomes available:scratchin

Does anyone know (or know where to get) the prices for room service beverages, such as wine and the 24-pk of water. We're travelling with a 5-month old and thought bottled water would be best to make her bottles. Alternately, thinking of using the water from the drink station - anyone travelled with such a young'n before??:confused3 Tips would be welcome:)

Also - does anyone know what movies will be showing onboard??:confused3

[disneyfaninaz]

MTH -

You can buy a case of Evian water for $35 dollars once you board. They will deliver a case to your stateroom. There are stations everywhere once you board to sign up. However, the water on the ship is purified almost better than bottled water. Don't know about the wine package, sorry.

The latest Disney releases will be shown. I imagine you can see Bolt, Jo Bros Movie, and Wall-E.

Just 5 more weeks to go!!!

[EPCOTgrl1]

The water that you get at dinner and everywhere else for that matter, unless it is bottled, is from the cruise line "tap". I also think that they can store water on the ship. They are not taking it from the ocean and cleaning it.

[AKmickeymoose]

We are very excited to escape the Alaska winter. Our party consists of 3 families (18 people) from Anchorage. The kids are counting down the days.

[disneyfaninaz]

:welcome: Welcome aboard. Boy, you aren't kidding you're going to be escaping the cold.

Do you happen to be traveling with any 8 year old girls?

[SplashMountainManiac]

Our neighbors just decided to join us for the cruise, so two more for the list.

[SplashMountainManiac]

The water that you get at dinner and everywhere else for that matter, unless it is bottled, is from the cruise line "tap". I also think that they can store water on the ship. They are not taking it from the ocean and cleaning it.

Actually they are taking water from the ocean and cleaning it. All cruise ships use desalinization and purification systems for their onboard water. But the water is incredibly safe to drink and the safety of the water is one of the parts of the ship inspected by US authorities.

[cquick]

Hey! we are going on the March 7 cruise! Can't wait!

[cquick]

Actually they are taking water from the ocean and cleaning it. All cruise ships use desalinization and purification systems for their onboard water. But the water is incredibly safe to drink and the safety of the water is one of the parts of the ship inspected by US authorities.

we have always drank the water on the ship. I figure the ice cubes are made from that water, too, so what the hey!

[TLKeats]

Hi everyone
This is our first disney cruise. I have heard some chatter about upgrades and any of the veterans provide more details on this.

Cheers, :cool1:

[disneyfaninaz]

Hi, welcome aboard.

Upgrades are a mysterious thing. About 30 days before sail date DCL starts fulfilling guarantee reservations. In order to get them all filled, some people may get an upgrade, others may not. There is no special formula or rhyme or reason to how upgrades are given.

I usually select a room that I will be happy in so I don't have to count on getting an upgrade. However, if the ship is not full, there may be upgrade opportunities available at check in for a discounted rate.

[SplashMountainManiac]

So since we are within a month of the cruise now, I was just wondering if anybody is interested in setting up a DIS meet. There aren't that many of us, but it would still be a good time. Good meet times are always 2:30-3pm the first day or 10-11am Key West day since we don't get into port till later.

[disneyfaninaz]

Sounds like a good idea. It's fun to be able to put a face to a name and be able to say hi to somebody you know during the cruise.

Last year, we did our DIS meet at 3:00 on Saturday at the Promenade Lounge on deck 3. We just met and said hello for a few minutes before the drill.

[Precious25]

We are coming too! (Dh, myself, 4 children: ds (15), ds (12) ds (8) and dd (7) with another friend with her two boys (ds (15) and ds (12). We are coming from Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

It's all of our first time on a disney cruise! I hope it isn't too full!!

We are going to by van to cape Canaveral. What time is best to arrive and bet the rush??

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

Woo hoo! Just booked last night :)

Now how am I supposed to survive the next 24 days?? :)

[disneyfaninaz]

We are coming too! (Dh, myself, 4 children: ds (15), ds (12) ds (8) and dd (7) with another friend with her two boys (ds (15) and ds (12). We are coming from Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

It's all of our first time on a disney cruise! I hope it isn't too full!!

We are going to by van to cape Canaveral. What time is best to arrive and bet the rush??

Woo hoo! Just booked last night :)

Now how am I supposed to survive the next 24 days?? :)

Welcome aboard!! It looks like the ship is filling up! :)

[SplashMountainManiac]

Sounds like a good idea. It's fun to be able to put a face to a name and be able to say hi to somebody you know during the cruise.

Last year, we did our DIS meet at 3:00 on Saturday at the Promenade Lounge on deck 3. We just met and said hello for a few minutes before the drill.

That sounds like a good idea to me. Our neighbors cruise docs just came in today :cool1: so it looks like they should be slowly making their way to everyone.

[1drifter]

Anybody else get their docs yet? I'm waiting--not very patiently!

[disneyfaninaz]

Not yet. I think they'll probabaly come in next week. I have to go to my TA to pick them up when they do arrive.

Hey drifter, how are all of the door magnets coming? I went so overboard (no pun intended). My DH just looks at me and rolls his eyes. Oh well, they're big doors, right? :rolleyes1

[CapeCodRob]

Hey Gang!

I will be onboard as well. This will be my 41st cruise and my 2nd on Disney. Was on Disney Wonder a couple of years ago and had a blast. Am looking forward to spending a whole week onboard. Three nights wasn't long enough.

Let me know if you have a meet and greet planned. Would be foun to meet and put faces to names.

Rob

[disneyfaninaz]

Rob, welcome aboard!

Splash and I have been throwing around the idea of a possible DIS meet on Saturday at 3:00 PM in the Promenade Lounge. Nothing fancy, just a meet and greet.

[MiknMinMouse]

I can't believe this is in less than a month. Our group finished our door magnets today :-). Well mostly finished. Still waiting on those documents. My in-laws came to the house yesterday but not ours :-(

[MiknMinMouse]

Looks like our date isn't full. I was playing around on DCL.com and found availability for every stateroom category. :yay:

[EPCOTgrl1]

on the CM site this is one of the cruises that you can get a great rate on..

[cathicool]

what is the CM site? We have friends who are thinking of coming along.....

[SplashMountainManiac]

The CM site is the website for Disney cast members with various discounts such as DCL. Welcome to everyone who has just joined. Our cruise docs came yesterday :cool1:. Can't believe its only 21 days.

[EPCOTgrl1]

Yep, the CM site is called the Hub and we go there to get ALL the information that we need... like when we are working, to pick up extra hours, see what is going on around all the Disney Parks and there is also a place where you can get discounts cruises and hotels. You have to be a CM to get onto the site. It was part of your training to get a name and password.

But because I am doing it that way I have not received any of my documents yet... Hopefully they will come soon.

[1drifter]

Hi Wendy & all,
I've only made one magnet for each door, but I'm thinking of getting more magnet paper this week. I went overboard on the tee shirts though! You all will be able to see us coming! My daughter-in-law and I just finished tie-dye tees with a Mikey head on the front for our whole group of 12. If you see us around, stop & say "I read about you on the internet." My husband will love it. LOL. And my 3 grandsons each have plenty of iron-on tees with their names & Disney characters. It's been a fun way to prepare for the cruise!
I see all of the tickers are saying 19 days this morning! We're still waiting for docs. Guess I'll have to make more magnets to fill up the time til they arrive. :rotfl2: Shari

[NYLaurie]

:laundy:

Hi! Today I am getting ready for the March 7th cruise. My husband and I can't wait! :banana:

I'm a CM from New York and NEVER been on a Disney Cruise before!

[wdwjan]

We booked this cruise on Feb. 6 for our VERY FIRST cruise!! I pinch myself every day to realize that my very first cruise is a DISNEY cruise! It's just my husband and myself, as we are sort of empty nesters (youngest is at college). The Michigan winter has been long and dreary, and we're ready for some sun and warmth. I'd love to meet up with you all!

Do you all book shore excursions? Or do you play it by ear? We figure we can just wander and have fun in Key West, but we don't know what to do about Grand Cayman and Cozumel. Any suggestions?

See you soon!

Jan

[NYLaurie]

hi! We are not taking the excursions from Cruise. I researched on internet and have some in mind from each port. It's cheaper to do on your own. Disney will send you a book with all excusions or you can see them online what's offered on each stop. We are probably going to Stingray City in Grand Cayman and Swim with Dolphins in Cozumel along with shopping and beach time in each location! Hope this helps.....:banana:

[1drifter]

We have booked Stingray City in Grand Cayman on our own before, too. We went with Capt. Marvin. We enjoyed that.
In Cozumel we are taking the ship's excursion to Tulum.
http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=5 is my favorite place to do research on the ports.
We got our docs yesterday, so we are doing the doc dance today!:banana: :yay: :cool1: So excited!

[EPCOTgrl1]

Hello to all the new people on the cruise... We just got our Docs yesterday and I am so excited... Right now we are in room 5014. It is just across the hall from where I was on the Trans cruise in 07.

We are also doing Stingray City with Capt. Marvins. We have used them before and they are great. The price is about $10 cheaper then what Disney is offering and we are going to 2 more places before the Stingrays. I am very excited for that.

Today I am going to be getting my Magnet Paper for the Door. The cruise so close I really don't know where the time went.

[disneyfaninaz]

Wow! There are a lot more dissers on this cruise than last year. It's going to be hard to remember all of you.

I have printed out all of my magnets. I just have to laminate and put magnets on the ones that were'nt printed on magnet paper. I have 4 t-shirts yet to put together as well. My group didn't want to wear matching t-shirts but I convinced my DNW, DNDD2 and my DD to wear one with me.

I'm hoping to hear from my TA today about our cruise docs. Hopefully they will be in this week.

Have we decided on a DIS meet time and location?

[SplashMountainManiac]

Wow! There are a lot more dissers on this cruise than last year. It's going to be hard to remember all of you.

I have printed out all of my magnets. I just have to laminate and put magnets on the ones that were'nt printed on magnet paper. I have 4 t-shirts yet to put together as well. My group didn't want to wear matching t-shirts but I convinced my DNW, DNDD2 and my DD to wear one with me.

I'm hoping to hear from my TA today about our cruise docs. Hopefully they will be in this week.

Have we decided on a DIS meet time and location?

Promenade Lounge at 3pm on embarkation day? If that sounds good to everyone we could probably ask MiknMinMouse to edit it into the original thread so everyone joining the cruise will see it.

[1drifter]

Here is a rough list of the DIS people going on this cruise. If you want to add anything or change anything, let me know.


MiknMinMouse--North Carolina (5 staterooms) DS (17) graduation cruise
1drifter--San Antonio, TX (4 staterooms of family) Shari
disneyfaninaz--Chandler, AZ Wendy, DH & DD (8)
SplashMountainManiac--18 year old guy & parents & neighbors
MTH--Melissa, DH, DS (8), DD (3 months)
bubby627--DM,DD,DS,DSBF
EPCOTgrl1--Severna Park, MD, Chelsea (2 adults)
pixiedust519--Orlando, FL
cathicool--Long Island, NY (family of 5 & friend's family of 4)
AKmickeymoose--Anchorage, Alaska, 3 families (18 people)
cquick--Orlando, FL--Connie, Chuck, Patrick
TLKeats--Newfoundland, Canada
Precious25--Calgary, Canada DH,DW,DS(15),DS(12),DS(8),DD(7)
friend of Precious25 & DS(15),DS(12)
Chip n' Dale--Orlando, FL, Tyler
CapeCodRob--Rob
NYLaurie--New York, DW,DH
wdwjan--Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jan & DH
thtrmike--CM at WDW
7cotedwarfs--Ontario, Canada DW,DH

[SplashMountainManiac]

Thanks for compiling that 1Drifter. That looks great, we went from very few Disers to a good number, those deals must have helped out a lot. Looking forward to meeting everyone. :cool1:

[NYLaurie]

Wow! Can't wait to March 7th! It's almost here!

Looking forward to meeting all at 3:00 pm. Thanks 1Drifter for setting up! :banana:

[MiknMinMouse]

Promenade Lounge at 3pm on embarkation day? If that sounds good to everyone we could probably ask MiknMinMouse to edit it into the original thread so everyone joining the cruise will see it.

Howdy,

Just let me know what to do and I'll do it. I've never edited a thread before :-):banana:

[SplashMountainManiac]

Howdy,

Just let me know what to do and I'll do it. I've never edited a thread before :-):banana:

Just go back to your original post #1 and at the bottomo next to quote it should say edit, and then you can add whatever information that you want to that post. 16 days Yay! :cool1:

[cquick]

Hello to all the new people on the cruise... We just got our Docs yesterday and I am so excited... Right now we are in room 5014. It is just across the hall from where I was on the Trans cruise in 07.

We are also doing Stingray City with Capt. Marvins. We have used them before and they are great. The price is about $10 cheaper then what Disney is offering and we are going to 2 more places before the Stingrays. I am very excited for that.

Today I am going to be getting my Magnet Paper for the Door. The cruise so close I really don't know where the time went.

Which Trans cruise were you on? EB or WB? Connie

[cquick]

Just go back to your original post #1 and at the bottomo next to quote it should say edit, and then you can add whatever information that you want to that post. 16 days Yay! :cool1:

I can't believe it's only 16 days away! I FINALLY got someone to work for me on Sunday.....it's a long way to call in sick from!!! :rolleyes1

[MiknMinMouse]

I won't be able to make the meet, we'll be trying to gather our gang but you'll know my door by the Graduation signs :-). I'm on Deck 8 for a clue:thumbsup2

[disneyfaninaz]

Just go back to your original post #1 and at the bottomo next to quote it should say edit, and then you can add whatever information that you want to that post. 16 days Yay! :cool1:

In order to edit your title, you will need to click the advanced edit button.

[cquick]

Hey Gang!

I will be onboard as well. This will be my 41st cruise and my 2nd on Disney. Was on Disney Wonder a couple of years ago and had a blast. Am looking forward to spending a whole week onboard. Three nights wasn't long enough.

Let me know if you have a meet and greet planned. Would be foun to meet and put faces to names.

Rob

pirate:WELCOME ABOARD!pirate:
42 cruises and only one DCL!!!!!! Glad you have returned!:grouphug:

[cquick]

We booked this cruise on Feb. 6 for our VERY FIRST cruise!! I pinch myself every day to realize that my very first cruise is a DISNEY cruise! It's just my husband and myself, as we are sort of empty nesters (youngest is at college). The Michigan winter has been long and dreary, and we're ready for some sun and warmth. I'd love to meet up with you all!

Do you all book shore excursions? Or do you play it by ear? We figure we can just wander and have fun in Key West, but we don't know what to do about Grand Cayman and Cozumel. Any suggestions?

See you soon!

Jan

WELCOME TO YOUR VERY FIRST CRUISE!!!! We are also "sort of" empty nesters, too, although we bring our 31 year old disabled son with us when we cruise. Oh, we'll have lots of fun!

[disneyfaninaz]

Our thread just can't seem to stay on the front page. Oh well.

Categories 4-10 and 12 are still available for our dates. May not be a full ship.

Can't wait to meet you all at 3:00 in 2 weeks. I'll be wearing my LGMH and a yellow T-shirt.

[wdwjan]

WELCOME TO YOUR VERY FIRST CRUISE!!!! We are also "sort of" empty nesters, too, although we bring our 31 year old disabled son with us when we cruise. Oh, we'll have lots of fun!

We can't wait to meet you all! Only 2 weeks now. I'm too excited to sleep!:yay:

Jan

[thtrmike]

Hello all,

I am a CM at WDW and am booked on this cruise a well. Are you guys having a meet and greet? WOuld love to find some more people to hang out and have fun with.



Can't wait


p.s. it will be my Birthday and Spring Break so I am ready to PARTY

[SplashMountainManiac]

Hello all,

I am a CM at WDW and am booked on this cruise a well. Are you guys having a meet and greet? WOuld love to find some more people to hang out and have fun with.



Can't wait


p.s. it will be my Birthday and Spring Break so I am ready to PARTY

Yep, we are having a meet at 3pm in the Promenade Lounge. Looking forward to meeting you all. Can't believe its only two weeks.

[7cotedwarfs]

Hello Everyone, :wave2:

First of all I have NO idea what Im doing, so bear with me!!!! :confused3

VERY VERY VERY Excited about our Disney Cruise, its are 1st. :boat: :sail:

We are from Ontario Canada and are looking forward from the break of the cold snowy winter. :yay: :woohoo:

My husband and I are travelling without kids to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. (kids are :sad2: :sad2: :sad2: :sad2: :sad2: )

Next time we will bring the FIVE kids. :scared1:

Mom + Dad + 5 Kids= 7cotedwarfs ::MickeyMo ::MinnieMo :earsboy: :earsgirl: :earsgirl: :earsboy: :earsboy:

We would be happy to be invited to a meet and greet!!!! :goodvibes :hourglass 11 days to Orlando:cloud9:

[7cotedwarfs]

If anyone has any tips or information on cruising, we as 1st timers would be very appreciated!!!!!!


Ladies I see you speak of door magnets you are making at home. How do they work and what do they look like. Im a litle bit crafty and perhaps I could pull this off for something I could do.

With only 11 days, If you could spare any time with any info we would be greatful.

Michelle Mike Cruising March 7th, 2009 7 Day Western
Ontario Canada

[EPCOTgrl1]

The first tip I have is remember that it is a vacation. There is a lot to do but that doesn't mean that you have to do it all. Just relax and have a good time. The second tip that I have is if you are planning to do any excursions check and see if you can get it somewhere off the island for a little cheaper.

[7cotedwarfs]

Thanks for your reply, we appreciate it. Maybe we can meet some of the

dis members.

Sailing Soon,
Michelle :boat: :boat: pirate:

[1drifter]

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1523226

That is a link that shows examples of cruise magnets and some doors that have been decorated. The doors are metal so magnets will stick. I use magnet paper that goes through the inkjet printer. There are not a lot of doors on board decorated--it is just an extra fun thing to do. My grandson saw a decorated door on our last cruise & was jealous, so he & I are making magnets as a surprise for the rest of the family this time.

We are having a meet at 3pm Saturday in the Promenade Lounge and everyone is invited. It should give you a chance to meet other DISers.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2068966
This link has about every tip you can think of for cruising with Disney.
You are going to love it!

[disneyfaninaz]

:cool1: I just got my documents and luggage tags! :cool1:

Now I just need to start packing and finish my T-shirts! :) See you guys soon! :yay:

[thtrmike]

What type of documents. and luggage tags? I did not recieve any of this all I got was a booklet listing things to bring and the shore excursions and stuff.

[EPCOTgrl1]

your documents should be coming soon. If you just booked give it a few days.

I just talked to DCL and it looks like our cruise is about 97% full at the moment.

[disneyfaninaz]

Chelsea,

Is Severna Park near Millersville? My DH has cousins who live there and her daughter's brownie troop is in Severna Park.

It's a small world.

Looks like the ship is filling up. Could be good, However, I was looking forward to a few less people.

[thtrmike]

your documents should be coming soon. If you just booked give it a few days.

I just talked to DCL and it looks like our cruise is about 97% full at the moment.



I do not think it is that full because the space availible discount is still there for cast members. I was orginally going to do the 4 night and the space available rate was gone about 2 weeks ago. And it is not sold out yet either. but I guess we will all see sooon......11 days :)

Also I booked like 2 weeks ago. but I hope they come soon if not we can always get them at the port right?

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

You can fill out all of your documents online. However, the mailed package is important because it contains your luggage tags.

We also booked about 2 weeks ago. According to DCL, my documents were prepared on Friday, and should have been mailed out today. My last two sets of documents were sent UPS, and will probably arrive very soon.

(The irony of it all is that I live probably 2 miles from where I think they are prepared and mailed out... but yet, the documents will have to travel through the UPS sorting system before they can get to me)

[disneyfaninaz]

Yes, you do need to fill out your forms online (saves time at the port). Don't worry if you don't get your tags, since you're not flying its not that big of a deal as you can get luggage tags from the porters at the port.

[thtrmike]

Thanks guys for all the help. Our forms are filled out online and contract is printed. I guess the hard part is over.....LOL

Is any one else going to have fish extenders?

I saw a thread about this and thought it would be fun. So I think I might get one....

[thtrmike]

Ordered my Fish extender today and got a bunch of fun little giveaways for others with fish extenders. Cant wait to meet everyone.....9 DAYS YEEHAW

[EPCOTgrl1]

I do not think it is that full because the space availible discount is still there for cast members. I was orginally going to do the 4 night and the space available rate was gone about 2 weeks ago. And it is not sold out yet either. but I guess we will all see sooon......11 days :)

Also I booked like 2 weeks ago. but I hope they come soon if not we can always get them at the port right?

I never say it was.. There are still rooms left and Disney will keep the CM rate up until it is 100% full.

[thtrmike]

I never say it was.. There are still rooms left and Disney will keep the CM rate up until it is 100% full.

Oh I was unaware of that sorry. I tried booking the 4 March 9-12 and The discount was there on Feb. 3 went to book on feb. 7 and the discount was gone but could have booked at any Cat. at the full price rate. I did not mean to sound rude I just found it intresting.

[thtrmike]

Ok guys I have an Idea. I have some really cool gifts for people with FE's. but, I also have some very neat and special prizes but are limited in number. I was thinking about making a crossword/scavenger hunt about WDW and DCL and have people return them to the room and I will get them the prizes to whomever turned them in first....Let me know how this sounds?

[disneyfaninaz]

Sounds like fun! Maybe you could bring it to the DIS meet on Saturday and hand them out.

[thtrmike]

Ok great will do I was just waiting to hear some feedback one reply is good enough for me I will get to work on them.

[thtrmike]

OK I have completed it. It is a word search so no scavanger hunt all though it should be just as fun. I will have 6 Prizes for the game but am bringing other fun things for giveaways throughout the cruise as well. Let me know how many people will be at the meet on Sat. so I know how many copies I should make. Thanks

[EPCOTgrl1]

Chelsea,

Is Severna Park near Millersville? My DH has cousins who live there and her daughter's brownie troop is in Severna Park.

It's a small world.

Looks like the ship is filling up. Could be good, However, I was looking forward to a few less people.

Millersville is right down the street.

thtrmike... I would say make enough copies for everyone. I know that would like to be at the DIS meet but we don't know what time we are getting to the ship. We have a few stops to make before we make it to the cruise. We are going to be a little cheap and go to the liquor store to get some wine for dinner... and maybe some other types of drink so we don't have to spend a lot of money one the ship just for drinking....

[thtrmike]

Sounds good I will make several. I am just going by publix and put my stuff in a soft sided cooler. 24 pack and probably a bottle of wine as of now.

[disneyfaninaz]

It's Sunday morning and DH and DD are still in bed, so I thought I would check in with everybody. We are only 6 days away until we set sail. :cool1:

My DD went to see the Jonas Bros 3D movie :3dglasses on Friday, but I don't think she'll be seeing it onboard. She's more into Hannah Montana and only went because a friend asked her.

I finished my T-Shirts, they look pretty good, if I do say so myself. ;)

Now all I have left to do is :laundy: and packing! Well I do have a few other things this week yet. I am selling Girl Scout cookies at our local grocery store today, then I have a Girl Scout Leaders meeting on Tuesday night, a Brownie meeting after school on Wednesday and couple of appointments during the week before we can head to the airport on Friday. :drive: If anything, keeping busy will help make the time go by faster. :thumbsup2

Hope you all have cooperative weather and very safe travels to Port Canaveral and I look forward to catching up with you on the ship. :boat: :wave2:

[1drifter]

I believe this is a current list of the people who are on this thread. I'm sure not everyone will make it to the meet--the 1st day is sometimes busy--some getting to the ship late in the day etc.

MiknMinMouse--North Carolina (5 staterooms) DS (17) graduation cruise
1drifter--San Antonio, TX (4 staterooms of family) Shari
disneyfaninaz--Chandler, AZ Wendy, DH & DD (8)
SplashMountainManiac--18 year old guy & parents & neighbors
MTH--Melissa, DH, DS (8), DD (3 months)
bubby627--DM,DD,DS,DSBF
EPCOTgrl1--Severna Park, MD, Chelsea (2 adults)
pixiedust519--Orlando, FL
cathicool--Long Island, NY (family of 5 & friend's family of 4)
AKmickeymoose--Anchorage, Alaska, 3 families (18 people)
cquick--Orlando, FL--Connie, Chuck, Patrick
TLKeats--Newfoundland, Canada
Precious25--Calgary, Canada DH,DW,DS(15),DS(12),DS(8),DD(7)
friend of Precious25 & DS(15),DS(12)
Chip n' Dale--Orlando, FL, Tyler
CapeCodRob--Rob
NYLaurie--New York, DW,DH
wdwjan--Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jan & DH
thtrmike--CM at WDW
7cotedwarfs--Ontario, Canada DW,DH

Is anyone else bringing a fish extender? It would be a good idea for those planning to have fish extenders to post their room numbers so anyone wanting to leave a gift will know where to go. At this late date, I'm not planning to make one of my own--but may bring something along for anyone who has one.

[thtrmike]

Rob and I will have a fish extender....We will not know what room we will be in until we are at the port. But will let everyone know on the word search I have made as they should be returned to the fish extender. Everyone should bring one it will be lots of fun. lol

[CapeCodRob]

6 more days!!! Looking forward to meeting all of you next Saturday in Port Carnaveral. Did some washing and packing today while watching it snow outside (while praying the weatherman is wrong about the foot of snow we're supposed to get tonight).

Hope you all have a good week!

[7cotedwarfs]

Hello Everyone,

Its just days away(4) and we are SOOOOO excited!!!!!

We fly to Orlando on Friday night and were keeping our eyes on the weather.


I saw what a fish extender was when I was browsing the magnet site one of the Dis members gave to me , what a cool idea

Can I buy a fish extender on the ship. Is it possible to get one this late or am I dreaming.

My 11 year old DD helped me find and put together (the best we could for 1st
timers) some door magnets, Thanx Molly I you

[7cotedwarfs]

Im sorry I should personally thank:flower3: Wendy for helping with my threads she gave me to get my door magnets together.:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

We worked some out my DD and I and they are not to bad.:woohoo:

Again a personal shout out to WENDY:thanks: :thanks:

We look forward to meeting everyone. If there are last minute tips to pass on to first timers and time is on your side we would be happy to hear from you.

Best Wishes.

Michelle Toronto, Ontario Canada:boat: :sail: :sulley: Sun Mon Tues Weds Thurs GO TODAY :cheer2: :yay: :cheer2: :yay:

[7cotedwarfs]

thtrmike, Hello

Can I get a fish extender at this late of time and where could this happen.

I unfortunately live in Ontario Canada.

Can you help me out.

Michelle
7cotedwarfs

[disneyfaninaz]

Im sorry I should personally thank:flower3: Wendy for helping with my threads she gave me to get my door magnets together.:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

We worked some out my DD and I and they are not to bad.:woohoo:

Again a personal shout out to WENDY:thanks: :thanks:

We look forward to meeting everyone. If there are last minute tips to pass on to first timers and time is on your side we would be happy to hear from you.

Best Wishes.

Michelle Toronto, Ontario Canada:boat: :sail: :sulley: Sun Mon Tues Weds Thurs GO TODAY :cheer2: :yay: :cheer2: :yay:

:flower3: You're welcome, and thank you. I'm glad I could help out.

I wasn't planning on a fish extender either, but I got to thinking that maybe I could find a small canvas bag at Michael's and iron on a design to hang. Unfortunately, I won't have time to get any fish extender gifts for everybody.

BTW, it is supposed to be 90 degrees here tomorrow. Whoever heard of going to the Caribbean to get cooler weather! :confused3 :laughing:

[thtrmike]

thtrmike, Hello

Can I get a fish extender at this late of time and where could this happen.

I unfortunately live in Ontario Canada.

Can you help me out.

Michelle
7cotedwarfs

I sent you a PM check your inbox. You might be able to get one by SAT.........



Ok everyone. If you dont have a fish extender at least bring some sort of bag and hang it off of your fish. I have lots of little goodies!!!!!

[EPCOTgrl1]

Do we have a list of everyone that is going to be there and their room numbers yet?

[7cotedwarfs]

We are 4 days away!!!!:banana: :yay: :cheer2:

If we are listing cabin numbers we are cabin #6569.

7cotedwarfs

A.K.A Michelle & Mike

[NYLaurie]

We just finished a snow storm in NYC with 12 inches of snow! Glad it happened today and not Saturday......it's windy and cold, brrrrrr.....here. Keep thinking of those palm trees, blue water and sunny skies!

Wendy, I was a Brownie Leader for 17 years. Really enjoyed it! One thing I don't miss is the hundreds of cases of GS cookies being delivered to my house!

I do not have a FE but have goodies for all.

Looking forward to meeting all on Saturday at 3:00 pm!

Safe travels for all!

[thtrmike]

For all of those that do not have a fish extender. Head to your local dollar store grab a canvas bag with a marker and hang it lol....Just a thought.

[NYLaurie]

Hi, Wendy. The board wouldn't let me reply to your message. I don't have enough posts. I look forward to meeting you!

[7cotedwarfs]

Hello Everyone,

I would like to get some items for the fish extenders for my fellow disers.

Can you reveal what kind of items people give or is it a secret:rolleyes1

Michelle

[thtrmike]

Hello Everyone,

I would like to get some items for the fish extenders for my fellow disers.

Can you reveal what kind of items people give or is it a secret:rolleyes1

Michelle

I will tell you one of my items is going to be Pirate bandnas given on the first or second night to some people so that way you dont have to wait until pirate night to get them. I also have some princess rings. The rest is going to be a surprise.

[disneyfaninaz]

Hello Everyone,

I would like to get some items for the fish extenders for my fellow disers.

Can you reveal what kind of items people give or is it a secret:rolleyes1

Michelle

FE gifts are small and generally not very expensive. They can be whatever you want. Here are a couple threads of some ideas other people have done.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2100779

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1219607

[EPCOTgrl1]

I know that we all don't know our room numbers but if you do we can start adding it onto this list. If you are don't want to do the FE the please let us know. I know there are a lot of CM on this cruise. If you have gotten your papers then you should know your room number (as of right now) And Maybe at the meet we can get the rest of the room numbers... So I am going to start!



MiknMinMouse--North Carolina (5 staterooms) DS (17) graduation cruise
1drifter--San Antonio, TX (4 staterooms of family) Shari
disneyfaninaz--Chandler, AZ Wendy, DH & DD (8)
SplashMountainManiac--18 year old guy & parents & neighbors
MTH--Melissa, DH, DS (8), DD (3 months)
bubby627--DM,DD,DS,DSBF
EPCOTgrl1--Severna Park, MD, Chelsea and Jake (Honeymoon Cruise) Room 5014 as of right now
pixiedust519--Orlando, FL
cathicool--Long Island, NY (family of 5 & friend's family of 4)
AKmickeymoose--Anchorage, Alaska, 3 families (18 people)
cquick--Orlando, FL--Connie, Chuck, Patrick
TLKeats--Newfoundland, Canada
Precious25--Calgary, Canada DH,DW,DS(15),DS(12),DS(8),DD(7)
friend of Precious25 & DS(15),DS(12)
Chip n' Dale--Orlando, FL, Tyler
CapeCodRob--Rob
NYLaurie--New York, DW,DH
wdwjan--Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jan & DH
thtrmike--CM at WDW
7cotedwarfs--Ontario, Canada DW,DH

[thtrmike]

I know that we all don't know our room numbers but if you do we can start adding it onto this list. If you are don't want to do the FE the please let us know. I know there are a lot of CM on this cruise. If you have gotten your papers then you should know your room number (as of right now) And Maybe at the meet we can get the rest of the room numbers... So I am going to start!



MiknMinMouse--North Carolina (5 staterooms) DS (17) graduation cruise
1drifter--San Antonio, TX (4 staterooms of family) Shari
disneyfaninaz--Chandler, AZ Wendy, DH & DD (8)
SplashMountainManiac--18 year old guy & parents & neighbors
MTH--Melissa, DH, DS (8), DD (3 months)
bubby627--DM,DD,DS,DSBF
EPCOTgrl1--Severna Park, MD, Chelsea and Jake (Honeymoon Cruise) Room 5014 as of right now
pixiedust519--Orlando, FL
cathicool--Long Island, NY (family of 5 & friend's family of 4)
AKmickeymoose--Anchorage, Alaska, 3 families (18 people)
cquick--Orlando, FL--Connie, Chuck, Patrick
TLKeats--Newfoundland, Canada
Precious25--Calgary, Canada DH,DW,DS(15),DS(12),DS(8),DD(7)
friend of Precious25 & DS(15),DS(12)
Chip n' Dale--Orlando, FL, Tyler
CapeCodRob--Rob 6147 as of now
NYLaurie--New York, DW,DH
wdwjan--Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jan & DH
thtrmike--CM at WDW 6147 as of now
7cotedwarfs--Ontario, Canada DW,DH
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[7cotedwarfs]

[QUOTE=EPCOTgrl1;30594876]I know that we all don't know our room numbers but if you do we can start adding it onto this list. If you are don't want to do the FE the please let us know. I know there are a lot of CM on this cruise. If you have gotten your papers then you should know your room number (as of right now) And Maybe at the meet we can get the rest of the room numbers... So I am going to start!



MiknMinMouse--North Carolina (5 staterooms) DS (17) graduation cruise
1drifter--San Antonio, TX (4 staterooms of family) Shari
disneyfaninaz--Chandler, AZ Wendy, DH & DD (8)
SplashMountainManiac--18 year old guy & parents & neighbors
MTH--Melissa, DH, DS (8), DD (3 months)
bubby627--DM,DD,DS,DSBF
EPCOTgrl1--Severna Park, MD, Chelsea and Jake (Honeymoon Cruise) Room 5014 as of right now
pixiedust519--Orlando, FL
cathicool--Long Island, NY (family of 5 & friend's family of 4)
AKmickeymoose--Anchorage, Alaska, 3 families (18 people)
cquick--Orlando, FL--Connie, Chuck, Patrick
TLKeats--Newfoundland, Canada
Precious25--Calgary, Canada DH,DW,DS(15),DS(12),DS(8),DD(7)
friend of Precious25 & DS(15),DS(12)
Chip n' Dale--Orlando, FL, Tyler
CapeCodRob--Rob
NYLaurie--New York, DW,DH
wdwjan--Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jan & DH
thtrmike--CM at WDW
7cotedwarfs--Ontario, Canada DW,DH Cabin #6569 with FE

[disneyfaninaz]

[QUOTE=EPCOTgrl1;30594876]I know that we all don't know our room numbers but if you do we can start adding it onto this list. If you are don't want to do the FE the please let us know. I know there are a lot of CM on this cruise. If you have gotten your papers then you should know your room number (as of right now) And Maybe at the meet we can get the rest of the room numbers... So I am going to start!



MiknMinMouse--North Carolina (5 staterooms) DS (17) graduation cruise
1drifter--San Antonio, TX (4 staterooms of family) Shari
disneyfaninaz--Chandler, AZ Wendy, DH & DD (8) Cabin 7120 w/ FE
SplashMountainManiac--18 year old guy & parents & neighbors
MTH--Melissa, DH, DS (8), DD (3 months)
bubby627--DM,DD,DS,DSBF
EPCOTgrl1--Severna Park, MD, Chelsea and Jake (Honeymoon Cruise) Room 5014 as of right now
pixiedust519--Orlando, FL
cathicool--Long Island, NY (family of 5 & friend's family of 4)
AKmickeymoose--Anchorage, Alaska, 3 families (18 people)
cquick--Orlando, FL--Connie, Chuck, Patrick
TLKeats--Newfoundland, Canada
Precious25--Calgary, Canada DH,DW,DS(15),DS(12),DS(8),DD(7)
friend of Precious25 & DS(15),DS(12)
Chip n' Dale--Orlando, FL, Tyler
CapeCodRob--Rob
NYLaurie--New York, DW,DH
wdwjan--Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jan & DH
thtrmike--CM at WDW
7cotedwarfs--Ontario, Canada DW,DH Cabin #6569 with FE

[wdwjan]

We'll try to get a fish extender. We've made lots of magnets for the door. And well see you at the first-day meet!

Jan

[thtrmike]

We'll try to get a fish extender. We've made lots of magnets for the door. And well see you at the first-day meet!

Jan

You should at least bring a grocery bag with ears on it or something.....ROFL

[disneyfaninaz]

I picked up a small canvas tote bag at Michaels today. I'm going to iron on a transfer of one of our magnets or if I run out of time, let my DD decorate it.

[7cotedwarfs]

Hello Everyone,

3 more sleeps until we fly to Orlando:yay: :yay: :yay:

weather looks like it should be favourable for flying:goodvibes

Do we have any idea how many Disers will have fish extenders, because my

suitcase is making me choose between shoes or gifts :laughing:

Hope everyone is keeping well and is as eager as we are to start such a

special journey!!!!!:boat: :sail:

Patiently Awaiting A Magical Time,
The Cotes:tink:

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

3 days, 15 hours, 50 minutes and 34 seconds until boarding... not that I'm counting or anything.

[thtrmike]

I picked up some more goodies today from the mouse. I also got my birthday button and birthday hat. You will all see my coming on WED. the 11th lol....

[bubby627]

Hey I'm in room 5000 with my sister and her friend. I'm not sure what room number my parents got. Something like 5624. I'll find out though. I'm not sure if I will get an extender. But any magnets anyone has that wants to put on our door feel free. I might be passing out a few magnets as well. By the way, I'm Andrew and live in Kansas City. We leave Thursday!

[1drifter]

MiknMinMouse--North Carolina (5 staterooms) DS (17) graduation cruise
1drifter--San Antonio, TX (4 staterooms of family) Shari Cabin2128 with FE
disneyfaninaz--Chandler, AZ Wendy, DH & DD (8) Cabin 7120 w/ FE
SplashMountainManiac--18 year old guy & parents & neighbors
MTH--Melissa, DH, DS (8), DD (3 months)
bubby627--Kansas City, Andrew DM,DD,DS,DSBF Cabin 5000 (no fish extender but will accept magnets)
EPCOTgrl1--Severna Park, MD, Chelsea and Jake (Honeymoon Cruise) Room 5014 as of right now
pixiedust519--Orlando, FL
cathicool--Long Island, NY (family of 5 & friend's family of 4)
AKmickeymoose--Anchorage, Alaska, 3 families (18 people)
cquick--Orlando, FL--Connie, Chuck, Patrick
TLKeats--Newfoundland, Canada
Precious25--Calgary, Canada DH,DW,DS(15),DS(12),DS(8),DD(7)
friend of Precious25 & DS(15),DS(12)
Chip n' Dale--Orlando, FL, Tyler
CapeCodRob--Rob Cabin 6147 as of now
NYLaurie--New York, DW,DH
wdwjan--Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jan & DH
thtrmike--CM at WDW Cabin 6147 as of now
7cotedwarfs--Ontario, Canada DW,DH Cabin #6569 with FE

[thtrmike]

Thanks Drifter

[1drifter]

I stopped by Hobby Lobby today & got 2 canvas bags as fish extenders for my 2 grandsons, age 8 & 5. I'm sure they'll enjoy it (no princess rings though). The bags were even 2 for 1.
I think the above list is up-to-date. Six cabin numbers so far & maybe more will know at our meet. I plan to print the list out for myself Friday morning before we leave so I'll know where to drop all my little goodies. See you all soon.

[EPCOTgrl1]

I know I have an old FE around here somewhere. Tomorrow I am going to go and get some stuff for the FE and get packing. We drive down on Friday so we will be there Friday night. I can't wait!

[thtrmike]

I know I have an old FE around here somewhere. Tomorrow I am going to go and get some stuff for the FE and get packing. We drive down on Friday so we will be there Friday night. I can't wait!

Drive safe.

[disneyfaninaz]

Just saw 2 more DISers who are on our ship. I told them about the DIS meet, hopefully they'll check out our thread.

[disneyfaninaz]

I just got to thinking, a dangerous pasttime I know. Sorry, couldn't resist.

Anyway, we have so many DISers on this cruise, has anybody thought of making a small sign or something for the DIS meet so we can all find each other?

[WDWKevin]

Here is one of the two! =)

Myself and my best friend Andy are on the ship. We are in 6638.

Just a note... for the ADULTS... we have an AWESOME team taking care of us.... Club Host Tisa and DJ Dan!! If you have never seen Match Your Mate (or even if you have) you have to see Tisa hosting this show! She is a HOOT!! :thumbsup2

Also, we need a BIG crowd for Krazy Karaoke. Not sure what night it is... but come one and come all! Highlight of the night will surely be me embarrassing myself singing Sweet Caroline! :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[Jynohn]

Just saw 2 more DISers who are on our ship. I told them about the DIS meet, hopefully they'll check out our thread.

Thanks for the invitation! I'm traveling with DH and DD (9). This will be our third DCL cruise, but first time on the Magic. We just found out yesterday that we were upgraded from a Cat. 9 to a Cat. 7 (cabin 7628), so we're very excited! :)

See everyone in a few days! :)

[WDWKevin]

Here is one of the two! =)

Myself and my best friend Andy are on the ship. We are in 6638.

Just a note... for the ADULTS... we have an AWESOME team taking care of us.... Club Host Tisa and DJ Dan!! If you have never seen Match Your Mate (or even if you have) you have to see Tisa hosting this show! She is a HOOT!! :thumbsup2

Also, we need a BIG crowd for Krazy Karaoke. Not sure what night it is... but come one and come all! Highlight of the night will surely be me embarrassing myself singing Sweet Caroline! :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[Jynohn]

Also, we need a BIG crowd for Krazy Karaoke. Not sure what night it is... but come one and come all! Highlight of the night will surely be me embarrassing myself singing Sweet Caroline! :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:


DH is a big karaoke fan so I know we'll be there (I'll be safely on the sidelines ;)). His name is Rich and his picture's in my signature below. Be sure to say hi if you see us!

[disneyfaninaz]

Thanks for the invitation! I'm traveling with DH and DD (9). This will be our third DCL cruise, but first time on the Magic. We just found out yesterday that we were upgraded from a Cat. 9 to a Cat. 7 (cabin 7628), so we're very excited! :)

See everyone in a few days! :)

Welcome aboard. My DH and I are traveling with our 8 year old DD. We should introduce our DDs, maybe they can hang out in the lab together.

We are also on deck 7, port side aft, not too far from you.

Hopefully we'll see you at the DIS meet on Saturday.

[Jynohn]

Welcome aboard. My DH and I are traveling with our 8 year old DD. We should introduce our DDs, maybe they can hang out in the lab together.

We are also on deck 7, port side aft, not too far from you.

Hopefully we'll see you at the DIS meet on Saturday.

That would be great, my daughter would love to have a friend her age to hang out with! Hopefully we'll catch up with you Saturday, otherwise be on the lookout for the little redhead on deck 7! :)

[disneyfaninaz]

We will definitely look for you. My DD became BFF with a girl from Canada traveling with her mother and sister last year on our cruise. They became inseperable by the end of the week. In fact, they are boarding the Magic the day we leave, so we are meeting up with them at their hotel at the port.

My DD really enjoyed the cruise a lot more with a friend and hopes to find a friend this year too.

[1drifter]

MiknMinMouse--North Carolina (5 staterooms) DS (17) graduation cruise
1drifter--San Antonio, TX (4 staterooms of family) Shari Cabin 2128 with FE
disneyfaninaz--Chandler, AZ Wendy, DH & DD (8) Cabin 7120 with FE
SplashMountainManiac--18 year old guy & parents & neighbors Cabin 6586
MTH--Melissa, DH, DS (8), DD (3 months)
bubby627--Kansas City, Andrew DM,DD,DS,DSBF Cabin 5000 (no fish extender but will accept magnets)
EPCOTgrl1--Severna Park, MD, Chelsea and Jake (Honeymoon Cruise) Room 5014 as of right now with FE
pixiedust519--Orlando, FL
cathicool--Long Island, NY (family of 5 & friend's family of 4)
AKmickeymoose--Anchorage, Alaska, 3 families (18 people)
cquick--Orlando, FL--Connie, Chuck, Patrick
TLKeats--Newfoundland, Canada
Precious25--Calgary, Canada DH,DW,DS(15),DS(12),DS(8),DD(7)
friend of Precious25 & DS(15),DS(12)
Chip n' Dale--Orlando, FL, Tyler
CapeCodRob--Rob Cabin 6147 as of now with FE
NYLaurie--New York City, Laurie, DH Cabin 6138
wdwjan--Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jan & DH
thtrmike--CM at WDW Cabin 6147 as of now with FE
7cotedwarfs--Ontario, Canada DW,DH Cabin 6569 with FE
WDWKevin--Kevin & friend Andy Cabin 6638
Jynohn--DW, DH, DD (9) Cabin 7628

[SplashMountainManiac]

We are in stateroom 6586. See you all soon, can't believe it is only three days away. :cool1:

[WDWKevin]

DH is a big karaoke fan so I know we'll be there (I'll be safely on the sidelines ;)). His name is Rich and his picture's in my signature below. Be sure to say hi if you see us!

Are you going to the meet at P. Lounge at 3pm? If so I will see you there!

I am in stateroom 6638. =)

[disneyfaninaz]

Can any of you put a sign together so we can find each other in the lounge?

[NYLaurie]

Hi! We are in room 6138. I have no FE but I do have some goodies! Myself and my DH are traveling. I am a CM from NYC! Looking forward to meeting all.

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

Wow... a lot of deck 6 aft... must be the happenin' place! Good thing that's where I am :)

[WDWKevin]

I can make a sign.... what do ya'll want it to say... anything catching or just 'Hey! We're the DIS Nuts!'

[1drifter]

Hope you can all make it from decks 5, 6 & 7 way down to deck 2 with your goodies! My family must have deck 2 all to ourselves.

[disneyfaninaz]

I can make a sign.... what do ya'll want it to say... anything catching or just 'Hey! We're the DIS Nuts!'

If the shoe fits. . .! ;)

[EPCOTgrl1]

Well we are all packed up... We leave tomorrow VERY early! I can't wait to meet everyone. See you all soon.

[WDWKevin]

Well we are all packed up... We leave tomorrow VERY early! I can't wait to meet everyone. See you all soon.

Wow, I am sooo happy to live in Orlando.. I leave an hour before I want to be at the terminal. =)~ See y'all on the ship!!

[SplashMountainManiac]

For all of you heading to Florida, it has finally warmed up so it is sunny and beautiful down here. Definitely weather to look forward to. :cool1: Travel safely everyone.

[WDWKevin]

I am playing 'Hey Baby' to get me in the SAIL AWAY
:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

I am playing 'Hey Baby' to get me in the SAIL AWAY
:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:
lol, I have Adventures Away playing. I wish I could get a better copy, though...

[thtrmike]

Well I have the pleasure of working tomorrow so if anyone feels the need to stop by WDW and say hello I will be there. I can not wait one more day of work and then come sail away.....I can't wait to have such a great time with such great people.

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

Well I have the pleasure of working tomorrow so if anyone feels the need to stop by WDW and say hello I will be there. I can not wait one more day of work and then come sail away.....I can't wait to have such a great time with such great people.

Ick that stinks... If it makes you feel any better, I have to take a midterm. Blah.

Thankfully, I have the rest oif the day of to do laundry and pack. Woo hoo!

I might head over to the MK for a work team outing though... We'll see.

[WDWKevin]

Well I have the pleasure of working tomorrow so if anyone feels the need to stop by WDW and say hello I will be there. I can not wait one more day of work and then come sail away.....I can't wait to have such a great time with such great people.

What do you do out at Disney?!

[WDWKevin]

Any singles our couples with no children cruising?!

Two single guys (friends) here traveling. Just couldn't pass up the deal.

[WDWKevin]

lol, I have Adventures Away playing. I wish I could get a better copy, though...

I wish they would make a 'Disney Cruise Line Official Album' much like they do for the theme parks with all the music of the cruise! I'd buy it in a second!! :thumbsup2

[WDWKevin]

Here is our meet 'sign'.

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i149/kevinology360/DISMeetSign.jpg

[1drifter]

Beautiful sign!
Did you go to bed at all last night Kevin?
I thought I was up early--we're on our way to the airport soon.
Safe travels to you all 'til we're all onboard.

[disneyfaninaz]

Kevin,

The sign is awesome! :thumbsup2 Thanks!

Mike,

Well, working will definintely make the time go by faster.

We are packing the last few things and heading to the airport in a little over an hour. Looking forward to meeting all of you on Saturday and having a magical cruise!!

Bon Voyage and safe travels to all!!!!

Disneyfaninaz has left the board. :wave2:

[thtrmike]

I work at MK I am a boat pilot for the Magic Kingdom Resorts and the TTC. Off to work now.....might make one more post this evening before I go to sleep......if I go to sleep lol. still have to go to Walmart after work and take a friend out to dinner as it will be the last time I see him for a long time.



Keven I am stealing that sign to put on my door lol.


See everyone soon!

[CapeCodRob]

Hey there! Just 20 more hours and we'll all be boarding!!! Yay! Can't wait.

Am at the airport in Providence, checked in, and ready to go. Unfortunately, Southwest isn't ready to go. The plane we were supposed to go on had an engine fail on it's way in and they are flying another plane in for us. Two hour delay at this point. Groan. At least they have finally opened up an airport bar to help pass the time away.

See you all tomorrow afternoon.

Rob

[WDWKevin]

Hey there! Just 20 more hours and we'll all be boarding!!! Yay! Can't wait.

Am at the airport in Providence, checked in, and ready to go. Unfortunately, Southwest isn't ready to go. The plane we were supposed to go on had an engine fail on it's way in and they are flying another plane in for us. Two hour delay at this point. Groan. At least they have finally opened up an airport bar to help pass the time away.

See you all tomorrow afternoon.

Rob

I can't wait either. I really need to pull the suitcase from the garage and start packing. :rotfl2:

What time is everyone getting to the port? If you get there before boarding, look for me at the tables by the concession area. I am going to wear my black Hard Rock Nassau t-shirt and blue jeans. Hope to see everyone!

[WDWKevin]

Beautiful sign!
Did you go to bed at all last night Kevin?
I thought I was up early--we're on our way to the airport soon.
Safe travels to you all 'til we're all onboard.

Ha! Nope.. I could not sleep. This is my general problem before a cruise but this time it's worse with my FIRST every 7-day Magic cruise. So excited about all the new things to experience on the Magic that they don't do on the Wonder.

[SplashMountainManiac]

I just returned home to Orlando from UF, looking incredibly forward to tomorrow. Safe travels to everyone.

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

Hey there! Just 20 more hours and we'll all be boarding!!! Yay! Can't wait.

Am at the airport in Providence, checked in, and ready to go. Unfortunately, Southwest isn't ready to go. The plane we were supposed to go on had an engine fail on it's way in and they are flying another plane in for us. Two hour delay at this point. Groan. At least they have finally opened up an airport bar to help pass the time away.

See you all tomorrow afternoon.

Rob

Good thing you were smart enough to fly down today, instead of tomorrow.

When I went on my first cruise back in the early 90s, we flew Logan to Miami day of. Similar situation, our aircraft had an engine problem. They put us on another flight to Atlanta, but that flight had a crew that was stuck in Cincinatti. Long story short, we ended up just barely making it, only because the cruise line actually held the ship (there were like 50 of us, and all had purchased air through the cruise line)

Lesson learned... Move to Orlando and cruise out of Port Canaveral. :)

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

What time is everyone getting to the port?

10:00 for us... Although knowing my friend, it'll end up being closer to 10:30 LOL

The sooner I can get onboard the better! :)

[thtrmike]

Well I am still at work. But I will be wearing a blue shirt with blue flowered board shorts. We will get there probably about 10:30-11:30.

[WDWKevin]

ARE YOU READY TO PAAAAARTY?! =)

It's time to SAIL AWAY TO THE CARIBBEAN!

[WDWKevin]

Okay, so when I went to bed last night, I SWEAR my bed was rocking a little. lol :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: Guess I need to have my apartment complex check and see if the stabilizers are working!!! :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

Anyway, it was a great cruise!!! Amazing weather, amazing crew, amazing ship... who could ask for anything more.

It was great to meet everyone and I sure hope to see many of you on future cruises!!

[disneyfaninaz]

We got home last night. Went straight to bed. No rocking! But almost got rocked out of bed about 4:00 AM the last morning, whew!!!

Thank you to all who left goodies in our FE. My DD loved getting little surprises throughout the cruise. It was great meeting you all. Although, I ran into some of you more than others.

Splashmountain, I enjoyed meeting you and your parents and crossing paths with you at least once a day.

[MiknMinMouse]

What a wonderful cruise!!! I hope ya'll had as much fun as our group did. The only down side was that two of us had magnets taken off our doors, but such is life. We had an amazing crew. I came home sick and am still rocking but it was worth it!

[wdwjan]

We had SO much fun! It was great to see many of you and run into some of you frequently! Can't wait to read some of your trip reports. Didn't we have gorgeous weather? Here's a link to some of my pictures: http://picasaweb.google.com/jhdevries/DisneyCruise2009?feat=directlink
Jan

[7cotedwarfs]

Hello Everyone,

What can I say but we could not have had a first time experience turn out any better than our past week on the ship!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My DH and I have arrived back to reality today (home to the 5 kids)(did miss
them very much).

Thank you to everyone to have had the pleasure to meet you. We learned alot about cruising and alot of Disney inside tips.

I think we may have caught the same bug you all have (the cruising bug):laughing: because we would like to do this again.

Best Wishes to new friends we met and may our paths cross again one day!!!!

Keep in touch,
Michelle & Mike Cote
Ontario Canada

A.K.A. cote7dwarfs

[MiknMinMouse]

We had SO much fun! It was great to see many of you and run into some of you frequently! Can't wait to read some of your trip reports. Didn't we have gorgeous weather? Here's a link to some of my pictures: http://picasaweb.google.com/jhdevries/DisneyCruise2009?feat=directlink
Jan

loved your pictures :-). I noticed my daughter in one of the pirate party pics. My little guy loved the party as much as she did. He was trying to do all of the dances and was keeping up pretty well for a 4 year old :-).

[disneyfaninaz]

What a wonderful cruise!!! I hope ya'll had as much fun as our group did. The only down side was that two of us had magnets taken off our doors, but such is life. We had an amazing crew. I came home sick and am still rocking but it was worth it!

We had a great time too. We also had magnets stolen from our door the second night and my DD and I also got sick with pretty bad head colds half way through.

[wdwjan]

MiknMinMouse, I'll have to send you the rest of my Pirate party pictures! I have more but just didn't put them all on Picasa Web.

[SplashMountainManiac]

What an incredible cruise that was. Best weather I have ever seen. It was so nice meeting all of you and seeing everyone around the ship. Just got back to college and reality, still swaying a lot, lol. My trip report will be starting very soon. Thanks everyone for such a great time.

[CapeCodRob]

Greetings from Las Vegas! I made it out here for a business conference but God only knows where my suitcases went. Grrr. None to happy with Southwest right about now.

It was great to be able to meet so many of you last week. Had a blast and really enjoyed cruising the Magic.

I too fell asleep last night feeling a rocking sensation. Nothing like some good wave action to help you fall asleep.

Rob

[1drifter]

Thanks for the pictures wdwjan. I always love seeing the same cruise I was on through someone else's eyes. After the meet, I don't think we ever ran into anyone again. But thank you all for wondering way down to deck 2 to deposit things in my grandson's bags. They loved all the surprises. I'm listening to thtrmike's CD now as I try to edit some of my photos.
Magnet thieves must have been rampant on night 2. Every magnet that did not have our name on it disappeared. Luckily they did leave all the personalized magnets.
It was a great cruise. Glad you all enjoyed it too. Looking forward to some good trip reports!

[wdwjan]

Thanks for the link to your pictures, 1drifter! They're terrific! Too bad about the magnets. We were down on level 1, and I don't think the bandits made it down that far because none of ours were taken.

[MiknMinMouse]

MiknMinMouse, I'll have to send you the rest of my Pirate party pictures! I have more but just didn't put them all on Picasa Web.

That would be awesome!

[MiknMinMouse]

Thanks for the link to your pictures, 1drifter! They're terrific! Too bad about the magnets. We were down on level 1, and I don't think the bandits made it down that far because none of ours were taken.

I actually put little tags on mine and my friend did as well saying:

Stolen From Stateroom ____. If found please return me to my door.

That was suggested on one of the magnet boards. In case little kids took them the parents would hopefully ask where did you get that and they would see. But on my friend's door, the magnet stolen was at the top of her door so it had to be an adult or teen.

[disneyfaninaz]

Drifter, great pics! We happened to see your family getting your lifestyle portraits taken in your tie die shirts. Didn't know it was you! I think it was Thursday night?

[Jynohn]

I just returned home last night after a few days in WDW after the cruise. It was a wonderful trip, and so nice to meet all of you. Thank you for all of the goodies you left, and Epcotgirl, thank you so much for leaving the earrings for my daughter!

CapeCodRob, I was on the same flight as you going down. We were so disappointed that our flight was delayed leaving. We missed our Boma dinner reservation. :( Oh well, I guess it's better they found the problem before takeoff rather than when we were in the air!

Would you believe that I'm still rocking and feeling a little nauseous? But it was worth every minute of it!

[7cotedwarfs]

wdwjan

Hello this is cote7dwarfs Mike Michelle Cote from Ontario Canada. Your pictures are Fabulous. Is there if you wouldnt mind anyway i can get some of those. My camera did not do that great with indoor shots and some of my pictures did not turnout, so if it is not an imposition would you consider sharing some of your pictures.

Thanking you
Michelle & Mike (with a beer) Hah Hah!!!!

[wdwjan]

Hi, Michelle! I'll send you a private message about that! It was so good meeting you and bumping into you two all the time! Wasn't the cruise wonderful?

[NYLaurie]

Mike:

Hi! Want to thank you so much for the CD. Love the music. It was so nice meeting you. You were really thoughtful putting this together!

NYLaurie

[thtrmike]

NY:
No Problem I had a great time. I am going again in May. If anyone else will be there let me know so I cn pick the best date!