May 28, 2009 Wonder Cruise - Anyone Else?

[BWV Dreamin]

I can't find a thread on this cruise date, so I thought I would start one. We are a party of 3, all adults with a 19 yr. old son also cruising. Would love to meet others with adult children also cruising.

[Andrew DEREK UK]

I can't find a thread on this cruise date, so I thought I would start one. We are a party of 3, all adults with a 19 yr. old son also cruising. Would love to meet others with adult children also cruising.

Best to post this in the CRUISE MEETS area

[BWV Dreamin]

Best to post this in the CRUISE MEETS area

Yeah! I'm posting it in several places on the sticky and in the meets thread too! Hope I'm doing it right!:goodvibes

[TnRobin]

moving to Cruise Meet Board

[deleckidesign]

My mom (age 54) and I (age 26) are considering this cruise. It's between this one and one on Royal Caribbean that leaves the same day.

She's been on 3 Disney cruises and I've been on 4. I first went on a 4-night one when I was 18 with one of my friends. Then I got mom started. Since then, we've both been on a 7-night Eastern, 3 or 4-night (can't remember), and 4-night Double Dip (this past May).

We like DCL but are thinking of trying RC for a change of pace. We like the themes of the dining rooms on DCL, but we tend to like "freestyle" type dining better, so on our last DCL cruise, we ate at Palo and in the dining room once, and the rest of the time ordered room service or ate at Pluto's a lot!

The only reason we're hesitant to try RC is that we're afraid we've spoiled by Disney and will be disappointed with the quality and service. Hopefully we'll decide between DCL or RC by the end of the year sometime!

[dthogue]

Bumping this up to see if there's anyone else on this cruise since the new "Kids Free" deal came out.

My DH and I will be taking our DD as a surprise for her 11th b-day on the 28th.

Anyone else out there joining us??

[SlvrMyst]

We're going too! This will be our first cruise -- lured in with the free kids promo. It'll be DH and I along with DD - 8 and DS - 7.

Bonnie

[live4christp1]

Hi cruise mates! We are first timers, also booking under the kids free promo. Will be myself, DH, DS (11) and DD (6).

Cristy

[amberlindemann]

First time cruisers here too.

Kids sail free lured us in :)

DH, me, DS (6) and DD (4)

-amber

[Jenn522]

Hi there! New to the boards...

We're second time Disney cruisers. Did the four-day a few years ago and loved it.

It's me, DH, DD (11) and DS (9) from NJ. Hitting the parks from the 23rd-28th, then cruise.

Can't wait!!! :yay:

[triplefigs]

We also booked because of the kids sail free promo. it will be me, DH, and our BBG triplets who are 8. We will spend a few days after the cruise and go to Cape Canaveral and the beach.

[basketrn]

We will be there too. First time disney cruisers. Me, DH, DS (12), and DS (7 mos). It is also our 5th wedding ann as well. Then after our cruise, spending 10 days at WDW!

I am sooooo excited!!:goodvibes

[dthogue]

Good Afternoon,

Glad to see many posting - looks like there's gonna be a lot of kids on the cruise. This trip is a surprise for my DD - her 11th birthday is on the 28th. It is so hard planning and not being able to talk about it. She is gonna be so excited when she finds out.

So how is everyone passing the time? This will be out frist 3-night cruise - last time we did the 7 night Eastern - has anyone sailed the 3-night before? Any tips you want to pass along?

Tammy

[Jenn522]

Hi there,

My DH and I were just looking at the pics from our April 2005 4-night Wonder cruise. I'm guessing this one won't be that different... My kids were 7 (DD) and 5 (DS) at the time and it was all about taking pics with the characters which I highly recommend. The lines were not that bad and there were plenty of opps and different characters available. The Pirate night was fun but really crowded but seeing the fireworks over the ocean was awesome.

As far as tips, the one I have for everyone (that I wish someone had told me the first time) is to wear your bathing suits when you embark. While you will be able to get into your cabin, it could be several hours before your luggage makes it onboard. If you pack a small extra bag and either wear or carry your bathing suits, you'll be able to go right to the pools and get wet!

Oh, one more thing, bring some cash to Castaway Cay. While beach chairs and BBQ are free, if you want water sports "toys" like tubes and rafts, they'll cost extra, as well as alcoholic drinks (waiters will bring them right to you on the beach!) and hair braiding, among other things.

Tammy, make sure you tell everyone (at check in, the wait staff, etc.) its your DD's b-day... I'm sure they'll hook you up!

Maybe my 11-year old DD and yours will get a chance to meet.

I have a question -- anyone planning on going to Nassau/Atlantis? We didn't last time so we're going to check it out this time. Just not sure which package we'll choose. Thoughts, anyone?

Jenn

[triplefigs]

I think we are going to the Pirate Museum that morning in Nassau and then spending the day on the ship. Since it is only a 3 day and our 1st cruise EVER, we want to have time to explore the Wonder and enjoy her.

[dthogue]

I was going to book the day room at the Comfort Inn at Atlantis, but the cost is just too high (trying to keep this a budget trip). I think we might do the morning catamaran tour - my DH loved the last catamaran we were on (and its the only thing he has asked to do) - this way we'll be back by lunch and should be able to enjoy the ship as well.

Jenn - that would be great if the girls could meet - Brenna loves to make new friends and have someone to play with.

Is anyone interested in doing a mini-meet on boarding day??

Tammy

[walk23]

We'll be joining everyone!! It's our first cruise for me, DH, DD(10) & DS(9). We are spending 3 days before and 5 days after at the parks. Is it May yet??? I could sure use some warm weather about now.:goodvibes

[sshivers]

Hello,

This is our first cruise and we are celebrating Austin's 11th Birthday. It is also a surprise. I think it is neat that Brenna is also turning 11 and this will be a surprise for her. I hope our birthday kids get to meet on the cruise.

I noticed there are many kids on this 3 day cruise and I am so excited.

Any suggestions for a first time cruiser would be great.

SSHIVERS

[BWV Dreamin]

This is great that alot of you here are taking part in the Disney Cruise special. My child is 19, so we will miss you all, and be hanging out in the adult areas. Hope some of you can get together for meets!:goodvibes

[goofydad99]

We will be there. The children think we are just going to Disney World.

I can't decide which excursions we want to do. I want to explore Nassau a bit because who knows when we will return.

[basketrn]

Only 122 more days!!

Has anyone heard of or done a fish extender before. I was reading all about them on another thread here...sounds fun!!!

[sshivers]

I have read a lot about Fish Extenders and would love to do this.

SSHIVERS

[vikingteacher]

Hey everyone! We are excited first time cruisers! It will be me, DH, DD (10), DD (7), and DD (3). We have never been on any kind of a cruise before and would LOVE to meet some of you. I am nervous about the kid's clubs so it would also be great if the girls knew someone ahead of time.

[goofydad99]

I have two boys that are about the same ages as your oldest dd. I have an 11 ds and a 9yo ds. Our youngest is 6. Hmmm....

[triplefigs]

My trio will be turning 9 just after the cruise. We have 2 boys and a girl. My kids are very excited about the kids club. I think the Fish Extenders sound fun too!

[Jenn522]

My kids did the club last time and enjoyed it while DH and I had dinner but that was on four-night cruise so there was more downtime. They might want to spend a bit of time there (I'm sure my DS, 9 will be going through video game withdrawal and will need a fix) but I think we'll be so busy they won't get much of a chance. We're planning on spending the day at Atlantis, then of course Castaway Cay. The club is definitely good if you want a break or if you're kids want to meet other kids but personally, I wanted my kids outside enjoying the fresh Caribbean air! :beach:

So it looks like we do have a lot of kids similar in age so I'm all for a meet on the first day if we can coordinate it. Any volunteers? I'll help! :wave2:

Jenn, DH, DD (11) and DS (9)

p.s. Anyone else sick of this winter weather? We're getting yet another snowstorm here in Jersey. Blech!!

[vikingteacher]

I would love to schedule a mini-meet, but I am not sure how to go about this since I have never cruised before. We are staying in Cocoa Beach the night before the cruise so we can get to the dock super early and make the most of our first cruise!

[triplefigs]

I would love to schedule a mini-meet, but I am not sure how to go about this since I have never cruised before. We are staying in Cocoa Beach the night before the cruise so we can get to the dock super early and make the most of our first cruise!We are doing the same thing. Plan on going to the ship by 9:45am so we can be one of the first on the ship. And we are skipping Nassau and spending the day on the ship (may go to the Pirate museum that morning).

[Mickeefan]

We'll be sailing on this cruise. Our "cast" is: myself, 45, been on 4 Royal Caribbean cruises and Disney freak. Nancy, never cruised and turning 50 on June 1st, she's bringing her son, Brent, who is 11 and has Down's Syndrome. We're very excited about the cruise.

Nancy and Brent are driving down to Florida earlier in the week and meeting me at the airport on 5/27. We'll be spending the night at Pop Century (can't be that close and not go to Disney property) and then at the end of the cruise, Nancy and Brent will be staying an additional 2 nights for Nancy's birthday. She's planning to use the "What Will You Celebrate" free day at the Magic Kingdom on June 1st.

Now, if we could just get rid of all this snow! Yuck! :crazy2:

[astempel]

Is anyone else getting as excited as me? I can hardly work, because all I do is look forward to our first Disney cruise...Oh the agnoy of waiting!!

[basketrn]

If anyone wants to do a Fish Extender Gift Exchange, please let me know..I am willing to coordinate it..It will be my first, so bare with me :)

I just ordered this off ebay..

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=320331686032

[triplefigs]

We're in for the Fish Extender Exchange!

[sshivers]

We are definitely in for the fish extenders.
It is Me, DH, DS (11) and DS (1). I am so excited and cannot wait for our first cruise. :cool1:

Will you be getting a list of names of everyone that participates?

[astempel]

We are in!! Someone will have to give me directions though...this is our first cruise ever!

[basketrn]

We are definitely in for the fish extenders.
It is Me, DH, DS (11) and DS (1). I am so excited and cannot wait for our first cruise. :cool1:

Will you be getting a list of names of everyone that participates?

Yes, I will start getting a master list together to distribute before we leave for our cruise. I won't send out the final list to probably a couple weeks before the cruise for those that have a GTY room (waiting until they get their room assignments). I was thinking since it is a short cruise we just do one FE exchange. You can pick your day to distribute your goodies. I have read some other FE exchanges that are pretty elaborate. I want to make it as easy as possible!! I am open for suggestions!!

astempel...search for fish extender on the boards and you will find TONS of information on it! If you are having troubles, I will try to post some links later!!

[triplefigs]

Thanks for coordinating! It is me, DH, and our BBG triplets who are 8. We will be on Deck 8 in a Cat 4 (all 3 kids were FREE!)

[astempel]

Thanks! I think that I have found the fish extender that I will be using. It will be me, DH, DD(10), DD(7), and DD(3). We are also in a cat. 4 (with all 3 kids free!!)

[Mickeefan]

If anyone wants to do a Fish Extender Gift Exchange, please let me know..I am willing to coordinate it..It will be my first, so bare with me :)

I just ordered this off ebay..

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=320331686032

What in the heck is a fish extender and a fish extender gift exchange? Please pardon my ignorance!

Only 106 days! :banana:

[astempel]

I am a cruise newbie so hopefully someone will clarify and add to this post! A fish extender is a set of pockets that hangs from the fish outside your stateroom door. Do a search on the boards for fish extender and you will find everything that you need to know. A gift exchange is where those participating put small gifts in your fish extender for you.

My question is: what kind of gifts?

[basketrn]

I am a cruise newbie so hopefully someone will clarify and add to this post! A fish extender is a set of pockets that hangs from the fish outside your stateroom door. Do a search on the boards for fish extender and you will find everything that you need to know. A gift exchange is where those participating put small gifts in your fish extender for you.

My question is: what kind of gifts?

Here is are a few links...

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1774643

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1980639

[basketrn]

Ok peeps...only 98 days 11 hours and 30 minutes until May 28th!! :cool1: :cool1: :cool1:

I am soooooo ready for a vacation!!

[triplefigs]

Well, we won't be joining you for the May 28 sailing. We lucked out and got 2 Cat 12s on the June 13 Magic Western. Hope you have a WONDERful time!

[live4christp1]

I think we are going to the Pirate Museum that morning in Nassau and then spending the day on the ship. Since it is only a 3 day and our 1st cruise EVER, we want to have time to explore the Wonder and enjoy her.


We are planning on doing the Pirate museum as well. Still trying to decide what to do with the rest of the day.

[live4christp1]

If anyone wants to do a Fish Extender Gift Exchange, please let me know..I am willing to coordinate it..It will be my first, so bare with me :)

I just ordered this off ebay..

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=320331686032

We'd like to participate also along the simple lines as you stated in another post. This is our first cruise so I don't want to be overwhelmed. It will be DH, myself, DS (11), & DD (6) - she has a nut allergy.

Let me know what info you need from me.

Thanks for hosting!!!!

Cristy

[Gmilligan]

Is anyone staying at disney before the cruise? We are going down on 5-26 and staying at AKV. Has anyone made reservervations for Palo? DH and I want to have alone time but can't decide how to fit palo in and the other dining rotations. Any suggestions? we have the late dining.

PS. liveforchristp1 I am from Cleveland TN (right ouside of Chattanooga). What city in Tn are you?

[live4christp1]

Is anyone staying at disney before the cruise? We are going down on 5-26 and staying at AKV. Has anyone made reservervations for Palo? DH and I want to have alone time but can't decide how to fit palo in and the other dining rotations. Any suggestions? we have the late dining.

PS. liveforchristp1 I am from Cleveland TN (right ouside of Chattanooga). What city in Tn are you?


We are driving down on Memorial Day and staying at Shades of Green for 3 nights. We are going to go over to Fort Wilderness that first evening and enjoy the campfire/movie. Then I think we are doing HS on Tuesday and MK on Wednesday (my birthday).

I don't think we are going to do Palo. This is our first cruise so I don't want to overschedule (I'm very bad about that - I like to plan).

If you're in Cleveland we are practically neighbors. We are right outside Chattanooga and work in downtown. We live about 15 minutes down 24W headed to Nashville, a bit out from everything but still close enough.

[basketrn]

87 days left!!

We are staying after our cruise at WDW..for 10 days!! I am currently on hold to make my ADRS...25 minutes now and still holding! Oh well!

Anyhow..wanted to update everyone of Fish Extender...here is who is participating so far...

basketrn (me) 2 adults 2 children
sshivers 2 adults 2 children
stempel..how many in your group? I just realized we are neighbors...I live in Avon, grew up on east side of Indy
live4christpl 2 adults 2 children...NUT ALLERGY!!!

Like I said before..nothing elborate. I figure we can just do one FE gift for the enitre cruise. What I mean by this is each member will do a FE gift for each of the participates in the FE exchange for one night of the cruise. You can choose what day you want to distribute. Is that ok with everyone? Some do a FE exchange for each night of the cruise, just think that is too much! I am completely open to suggestions!!

Dawn

[live4christp1]

87 days left!!

We are staying after our cruise at WDW..for 10 days!! I am currently on hold to make my ADRS...25 minutes now and still holding! Oh well!

Anyhow..wanted to update everyone of Fish Extender...here is who is participating so far...

basketrn (me) 2 adults 2 children
sshivers 2 adults 2 children
stempel..how many in your group? I just realized we are neighbors...I live in Avon, grew up on east side of Indy
live4christpl 2 adults 2 children...NUT ALLERGY!!!

Like I said before..nothing elborate. I figure we can just do one FE gift for the enitre cruise. What I mean by this is each member will do a FE gift for each of the participates in the FE exchange for one night of the cruise. You can choose what day you want to distribute. Is that ok with everyone? Some do a FE exchange for each night of the cruise, just think that is too much! I am completely open to suggestions!!

Dawn

That sounds good to me. We will probably give ours out the first day/evening so everyone can enjoy them throughout the trip.

Thanks for setting this up!

Cristy

[Gmilligan]

Count me in on the fish extenders.

there is 2 adults, 2 kids


Allegiant has some great prices on their flights out of Chatt or Knoxville. Starting at $19.

[live4christp1]

Count me in on the fish extenders.

there is 2 adults, 2 kids


Allegiant has some great prices on their flights out of Chatt or Knoxville. Starting at $19.

I'll definately check that out.

[Mickeefan]

87 days left!!

Anyhow..wanted to update everyone of Fish Extender...here is who is participating so far...

basketrn (me) 2 adults 2 children
sshivers 2 adults 2 children
stempel..how many in your group? I just realized we are neighbors...I live in Avon, grew up on east side of Indy
live4christpl 2 adults 2 children...NUT ALLERGY!!!



Count us in for the gift exchange, too.

We're a Mom, celebrating her 50th, and her 11-year-old Down Syndrome son and me, a friend.

Thanks.

[live4christp1]

Hi fellow cruisers. Just thought it would be nice to know the names of some of our fish exchange members. As you all can see my DIS name is live4christp1 and I'll be wearing a lime green button around with my user name on it so if you see me say hi!

Here are the introductions:

Myself - :wave2: Hi I'm Cristy
DH - pirate: Keith
DS - :darth: Micah
DD - princess: Alicia

This is our first cruise and we are all so excited!!!!!!!

[basketrn]

The Utz Family

Me - Dawn - the completely disney obessed family member :lmao:
DH - Jeremy - loves disney, but knows to leave all the planning to me
DS(12) - Zachary - preteen...need I say more :rotfl:
DS(8 mos time of cruise) - Keegan - newest family member...first trip to Disney

We are celebrating our 5 year anniversary and Keegan's 1st trip!!

[live4christp1]

The Utz Family

Me - Dawn - the completely disney obessed family member :lmao:
DH - Jeremy - loves disney, but knows to leave all the planning to me
DS(12) - Zachary - preteen...need I say more :rotfl:
DS(8 mos time of cruise) - Keegan - newest family member...first trip to Disney

We are celebrating our 5 year anniversary and Keegan's 1st trip!!

Hi Dawn! We are counting down the days until our trip! The kids are so excited (me too). :banana:

[jamdkvan]

Hi everyone! We will be aboard also and are first time cruisers. We are visiting the park for a week prior to crusing. There is myself-Ami, DH-Joel, DD-Marci, 9, DS-Derek, 7 and DD-Kelci, 5. Is everyone dressing up for the pirate party?pirate:
Can't wait!!

[live4christp1]

Hi everyone! We will be aboard also and are first time cruisers. We are visiting the park for a week prior to crusing. There is myself-Ami, DH-Joel, DD-Marci, 9, DS-Derek, 7 and DD-Kelci, 5. Is everyone dressing up for the pirate party?pirate:
Can't wait!!


Hi Ami! We are first timers are well. Haven't quiet decided on the attire for the pirate party yet. DS has full pirate garb that he wore to the pirate & princess party last year but I think it might be two hot...definately the bandanas but not sure yet what else. I know DH probably won't dress up much more than to wear a PIRATE t-shirt.

[astempel]

I am so excited that I can hardly contain myself!!
It will be me- Andrea princess:
DH- Jamie pirate:
DD (10) Parker
DD (7) Chloe
DD (3) Kennedy
We are very excited abbout the fish extender exchange! For the two of you who live in TN, I am 30 miles north of Memphis...so on the other side of the state!

[live4christp1]

I am so excited that I can hardly contain myself!!
It will be me- Andrea princess:
DH- Jamie pirate:
DD (10) Parker
DD (7) Chloe
DD (3) Kennedy
We are very excited abbout the fish extender exchange! For the two of you who live in TN, I am 30 miles north of Memphis...so on the other side of the state!

Hi Andrea! Yeah! More Tennesseans!

We are looking forward to the fish extender exchange also.....I've got to decide if I should make one or try to buy one. Anyone had any luck finding them on Ebay lately. I don't even know what to search for over there, I think I did Fish extender once and didn't get anything.......I know that isn't really what they are called.

[jamdkvan]

Hi Andrea! Yeah! More Tennesseans!

We are looking forward to the fish extender exchange also.....I've got to decide if I should make one or try to buy one. Anyone had any luck finding them on Ebay lately. I don't even know what to search for over there, I think I did Fish extender once and didn't get anything.......I know that isn't really what they are called.

You can find them on ebay and put in fish extender as your search. 18 pulled up when I last looked. You can also find fairly simple (even no sew) instructions on the disboards under another fish extender thread. Count us in for the exchange also please.:yay:
2 adults/3children
DD-9, DS-7, DD-5

[goofydad99]

Hi everyone!

I am excited and goofydad is getting there. The only trouble is we aren't telling the children. They don't have a clue!

We are planning on spending the night in the World and then driving to the port the day of. When we arrive back we will go back and spend 6 days in the world. We have to get a little:yoda: :darth: in. ;)

We still don't know how we are going to tell the children.

We are undecided on our excursions..........

[dthogue]

Hi Everyone - its great to see this thread humming - lots of new faces - this is going to be soooo much fun.

We just returned today from 9 days at WDW - so I spent the last few weeks planning that trip - now that we are home I can jump into planning our cruise - just made my final payment.

This is a surprise for my DD's 11th b-day - her birthday is actually the 28th. We are keeping this a secret until Tuesady the 26th when we leave for the airport and then only telling her things as go - she won't know about the cruise until we arrive at the port. I know there are severalother children her age on this cruise, so hopefully we can somehow get to know each other and i Can tell Brenna about them when we board.

Count us in on the Fish Extender - it will be me, DH and Brenna (DD,11).

I think it would be great to organize a meet on the 28th - we could do 3pm near the goofy pool - that way ythe adults can meet and the kids can meet before going to the clubs. I know Brenna would love to have a friend(s) for the cruise - this will be her first time traveling without her sisters.

Tammy

[apples1996]

Count my family in for the Fish extenders. We are the Reynold/Williams family. Our daughter is 10.

Names: Rob, Sharon and our daughter, Lauren. This is our first Disney cruise. We have always wanted to go on a Disney cruise and with the "free" child offer we couldn't resist. I only wish it was a longer cruise. My daughter and I will be on a 7 day cruise in April for spring break on RCI--Voyager of the Seas.

I am anxiously awaiting for May 28th.

Sharon
Kentucky

[live4christp1]

Hi Everyone - its great to see this thread humming - lots of new faces - this is going to be soooo much fun.

We just returned today from 9 days at WDW - so I spent the last few weeks planning that trip - now that we are home I can jump into planning our cruise - just made my final payment.

This is a surprise for my DD's 11th b-day - her birthday is actually the 28th. We are keeping this a secret until Tuesady the 26th when we leave for the airport and then only telling her things as go - she won't know about the cruise until we arrive at the port. I know there are severalother children her age on this cruise, so hopefully we can somehow get to know each other and i Can tell Brenna about them when we board.

Count us in on the Fish Extender - it will be me, DH and Brenna (DD,11).

I think it would be great to organize a meet on the 28th - we could do 3pm near the goofy pool - that way ythe adults can meet and the kids can meet before going to the clubs. I know Brenna would love to have a friend(s) for the cruise - this will be her first time traveling without her sisters.

Tammy

Hi Tammy! So happy to see so many fellow cruise mates! Our DS is 11 so he and your DD will be in the same group. Micah is excited about his first cruise. He is a Star Wars fanatic and loves animals....wants to be a zoo keeper some day.

Cristy

[live4christp1]

Count my family in for the Fish extenders. We are the Reynold/Williams family. Our daughter is 10.

Names: Rob, Sharon and our daughter, Lauren. This is our first Disney cruise. We have always wanted to go on a Disney cruise and with the "free" child offer we couldn't resist. I only wish it was a longer cruise. My daughter and I will be on a 7 day cruise in April for spring break on RCI--Voyager of the Seas.

I am anxiously awaiting for May 28th.

Sharon
Kentucky

Hi Sharon!

We can't wait for May 28th either. Every day we will say only XX days until we set sail. At least we are in the double digits now. This is our first cruise of any kind so really exicted. Our DS Micah is 11 and is looking forward to the Oceaners Lab. DD is 6 and excited about the kids club.....she has dubbed it "the princess club".

Cristy

[tay72699]

Please count us in on the Fish Extenders...

This is our first cruise, but 8th Disney stay (prior to cruising). It will be myself, DH, DD (9) and DD's friend (10). Thanks for organizing...this adds something else for the girls to look forward to!

Andrea
87 days left!!

We are staying after our cruise at WDW..for 10 days!! I am currently on hold to make my ADRS...25 minutes now and still holding! Oh well!

Anyhow..wanted to update everyone of Fish Extender...here is who is participating so far...

basketrn (me) 2 adults 2 children
sshivers 2 adults 2 children
stempel..how many in your group? I just realized we are neighbors...I live in Avon, grew up on east side of Indy
live4christpl 2 adults 2 children...NUT ALLERGY!!!

Like I said before..nothing elborate. I figure we can just do one FE gift for the enitre cruise. What I mean by this is each member will do a FE gift for each of the participates in the FE exchange for one night of the cruise. You can choose what day you want to distribute. Is that ok with everyone? Some do a FE exchange for each night of the cruise, just think that is too much! I am completely open to suggestions!!

Dawn

[sshivers]

Hi Everyone - its great to see this thread humming - lots of new faces - this is going to be soooo much fun.

We just returned today from 9 days at WDW - so I spent the last few weeks planning that trip - now that we are home I can jump into planning our cruise - just made my final payment.

This is a surprise for my DD's 11th b-day - her birthday is actually the 28th. We are keeping this a secret until Tuesady the 26th when we leave for the airport and then only telling her things as go - she won't know about the cruise until we arrive at the port. I know there are severalother children her age on this cruise, so hopefully we can somehow get to know each other and i Can tell Brenna about them when we board.

Count us in on the Fish Extender - it will be me, DH and Brenna (DD,11).

I think it would be great to organize a meet on the 28th - we could do 3pm near the goofy pool - that way ythe adults can meet and the kids can meet before going to the clubs. I know Brenna would love to have a friend(s) for the cruise - this will be her first time traveling without her sisters.

Tammy

Hi Tammy,

This is my DS - Austin's 11th birthday on May 27th. This is a surprise for him, we will not be telling him anything until we wake up the morning of his birthday. He ask to go to the beach for his birthday so when I will wait until we get to the hotel before I tell him. (I am not good with secrets so if I make it til his birthday I will be doing good.)

It will be Me - Starla, DH - Lance, DS - Austin (11) - DS - Dustin (1). Our first cruise and 2 of us are so excited we can not stand it.

[live4christp1]

Hi Tammy,

This is my DS - Austin's 11th birthday on May 27th. This is a surprise for him, we will not be telling him anything until we wake up the morning of his birthday. He ask to go to the beach for his birthday so when I will wait until we get to the hotel before I tell him. (I am not good with secrets so if I make it til his birthday I will be doing good.)

It will be Me - Starla, DH - Lance, DS - Austin (11) - DS - Dustin (1). Our first cruise and 2 of us are so excited we can not stand it.


Hey Starla! What a coincidence!!!! My birthday is May 27th so a special happy birthday to your DS!!!! We will be celebrating my bday in the Magic Kingdom, then driving to the port on the morning of the 28th.

So excited!!!!! Great to see so many kids from the DIS the same age range of my DS!!!!

[live4christp1]

Please count us in on the Fish Extenders...

This is our first cruise, but 8th Disney stay (prior to cruising). It will be myself, DH, DD (9) and DD's friend (10). Thanks for organizing...this adds something else for the girls to look forward to!

Andrea

Hi Andrea! I'm so glad to see so many interested in doing the FE. This is our first cruise as well and we can't wait!!!!

Thanks again to Dawn for being willing to organize the FE!

Cristy

[basketrn]

No problemo!!

I will post an updated list on Wednesday (work tomorrow 12-12)! Almost time to book excursions..at least for us that have to wait till the 75 day mark :)

Dawn

[Jenn522]

Hi everyone,

I'm just popping in since its been awhile. I can't believe May is creeping up on us!

I'm sorry we won't be participating in FE but hope to meet up with everyone on the 28th. It would be great if we (and the kids) can hang out and get to know each other. I'm also not sure how much they'll want to do the kids club and tear themselves away from the sunshine and the waterslide. Maybe at night... We'll see. We are planning on an Atlantis excursion. We regretted not doing it the last time.

We're flying in from NJ on May 22 (my 41st b-day) and staying at Pop Century. Until then I hope the next two months passes smoothly and quickly for everyone. :)

Jenn (with DH, DD - 11 and DS -9)

[jamdkvan]

Wow! We are becoming quite a group--so exciting! Many 1st timers!! My kids and I are counting the days down every morning. DH is excited or should I say just ready for a vacation!!! He isn't sure why we talk about it morning, noon and night!!ha!ha!! Anyway, so happy to share in the excitement with many of you.:banana:
Is anyone heading back to Orlando airport after we depart the ship on Sunday and not traveling by Disney bus?

[Mickeefan]

We are PAID IN FULL. Now comes the hard part, waiting. I'm considering booking a manicure in the spa.

[MaryJPixie]

Hi.....we will also be joining this cruise. It is our 1st cruise and we are very excited! It will be me:cloud9: DHpirate: and DD4princess: We will be celebrating our 14th wedding anniversary! Can't wait for some warm weather!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:love: :flower3:

[Gmilligan]

Whoo hoo time is counting down.

Introductions:

Milligan family

DH (Greg)and I (Candice)

Martell (16)

Amyia (9)

[live4christp1]

Hi everyone,

I'm just popping in since its been awhile. I can't believe May is creeping up on us!

I'm sorry we won't be participating in FE but hope to meet up with everyone on the 28th. It would be great if we (and the kids) can hang out and get to know each other. I'm also not sure how much they'll want to do the kids club and tear themselves away from the sunshine and the waterslide. Maybe at night... We'll see. We are planning on an Atlantis excursion. We regretted not doing it the last time.

We're flying in from NJ on May 22 (my 41st b-day) and staying at Pop Century. Until then I hope the next two months passes smoothly and quickly for everyone. :)

Jenn (with DH, DD - 11 and DS -9)

Hi Jenn! Our kids are looking forward to playing on the slide at the pool as well. I guess that is the area we will be in for the first afternoon. Hope to see you there!

Cristy

[live4christp1]

Wow! We are becoming quite a group--so exciting! Many 1st timers!! My kids and I are counting the days down every morning. DH is excited or should I say just ready for a vacation!!! He isn't sure why we talk about it morning, noon and night!!ha!ha!! Anyway, so happy to share in the excitement with many of you.:banana:
Is anyone heading back to Orlando airport after we depart the ship on Sunday and not traveling by Disney bus?

:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

Counting down the days with you!!!!! Can't wait until Saturday when we can book excursions. We are only planning the stringray encounter on Castaway Cay. We plan to do the pirates museum in Nassau on our own.

See you on board!

Cristy

[live4christp1]

We are PAID IN FULL. Now comes the hard part, waiting. I'm considering booking a manicure in the spa.


It seems the closer we get the slower the days go by. . . . . or is it just me?

[live4christp1]

Hi.....we will also be joining this cruise. It is our 1st cruise and we are very excited! It will be me:cloud9: DHpirate: and DD4princess: We will be celebrating our 14th wedding anniversary! Can't wait for some warm weather!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:love: :flower3:

:wave2: Hi! Congratulations on your upcoming anniversary!!!! Hope you have a magical time!!!!!

Cristy

[live4christp1]

Whoo hoo time is counting down.

Introductions:

Milligan family

DH (Greg)and I (Candice)

Martell (16)

Amyia (9)

Hi Candice! I'm getting so excited.......I've planned just about everything I can think of and now I don't know what to do with myself. We can't wait for May 28th and saying Bon Voyage!

Cristy

[basketrn]

Ok..here is an updated list of peeps participating in the FE. Please let me know if I missed anyone. Also, when you get your room # please send me a PM and I will add it to the master list. I have a nice spreadsheet with names, ages, and room #'s that I will send out before the cruise that you will be able to print off and take with.

basketrn - 2 adults 2 children (DS 12, DS 5mos)
sshivers - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DS 1)
astemple - 2 adults 3 children (DD 10, DD 7, DD 3)
live4christpl - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DD 6) **Nut Allergy**
gmilligan - 2 adults 2 children (DS 16, DD 9)
mickeefan - 2 adults 1 child (DC 11)
jamdkvan - 2 adults 3 children (DD 9, DS 7, DD 5)
dthogue - 2 adults 1 child (DD 11)
apples1996 - 2 adults 1 child (DD 10)
tay72699 - 2 adults 2 childredn (DD 9 DD 10)

We have lots of kids around the same age! Very exciting!! Only 77 more days!!

So what is everyones excursion plans? SSHIVERS...are you going to use flounders? I am torn..this would be the first time DS would be in child care that wasn't a family member, but I would really like to have some free time, maybe to do the spa, or enjoy Palos?

Anyone going to make any spa plans? I really want to do the couples villa thing, but 400 plus :scared1:

So any plans for us to all meet at some point? We arrive the morning of the cruise and will be driving from the airport (our plane lands at 9am).:thumbsup2 Then staying at WDW for 10 days after the cruise:banana: :banana:

[tay72699]

Wow...there are alot the same age. My DD was worried about going with just us, so we let her pick a friend to bring along. With the kids free promo that was not an issue.

We will be leaving from BWV that morning. My plan is to leave there by 9:00am at the latest. I hear that the earlier you get there the better.

Thanks again for setting up the FE...
Andrea

[dthogue]

Wow - what a group participating in the FE - I can't what to participate, but need some help on exactly what it is we do.:confused3

We have a great group of kid's the same age - it would be great to all meet and get them together.

I booked my excursions - we are doing the Catamaran Sail in Nassau (my DH's only request of the whole trip) and the parasailing at CC - my DD is going to be thrilled - I did this with her older sister's on our last cruise when she was too young - I can't wait. We might also do the stringrays on CC, but I'm not sure - Brenna didn't like it too much when we did it before in Grand Cayman.

The days are slowly going by - we just added a 3 day stay at Universal to the beginning part of our trip - anyone have any tips for the parks??

Tammy

[basketrn]

Wow - what a group participating in the FE - I can't what to participate, but need some help on exactly what it is we do.:confused3

We have a great group of kid's the same age - it would be great to all meet and get them together.

I booked my excursions - we are doing the Catamaran Sail in Nassau (my DH's only request of the whole trip) and the parasailing at CC - my DD is going to be thrilled - I did this with her older sister's on our last cruise when she was too young - I can't wait. We might also do the stringrays on CC, but I'm not sure - Brenna didn't like it too much when we did it before in Grand Cayman.

The days are slowly going by - we just added a 3 day stay at Universal to the beginning part of our trip - anyone have any tips for the parks??

Tammy

Here are some links to help explain..

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1980639

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1774643

Hope that helps a bit!:goodvibes

Dawn

[goofydad99]

Is anyone else having a hard time picking their excursions?? :confused3

We are 2 adults, ds11, ds9, and dd6. I thought planning a parks vacation was tough!

[vikingteacher]

I am so excited to see so many children around my girls ages(10 and 7). I woul love if we did a meet before the kids go off. My girls are a bit shy and I think that it would help them to feel like they know someone.

We are all a bit nervous about our first cruise!

I also want to do the parasailing at CC but I haven't been able to get onto the website all day. Hopefully I will get to book soon!

[tay72699]

I have only made a reservation for the Stingray Adventure. I wanted to make sure that I was able to get an earlier time after reading how the water can get merky later in the day -- we booked 10am. My DH and DD would also like to do the parasailing, but I don't want to fill the day up too much. I'm having difficulty deciding on anything for Nassau; I have heard to stay on the boat and enjoy it and not to miss out on the sightseeing. We know that we will be booking another cruise (a longer one -- I am hoping for the 5 night Key West) while onboard, so what we don't do this time we will do next year.

[live4christp1]

Is anyone else having a hard time picking their excursions?? :confused3

We are 2 adults, ds11, ds9, and dd6. I thought planning a parks vacation was tough!

We are only booking the stingrays at CC. This is our first cruise and we don't want to over plan. Just want to relax and enjoy.

[live4christp1]

I have only made a reservation for the Stingray Adventure. I wanted to make sure that I was able to get an earlier time after reading how the water can get merky later in the day -- we booked 10am. My DH and DD would also like to do the parasailing, but I don't want to fill the day up too much. I'm having difficulty deciding on anything for Nassau; I have heard to stay on the boat and enjoy it and not to miss out on the sightseeing. We know that we will be booking another cruise (a longer one -- I am hoping for the 5 night Key West) while onboard, so what we don't do this time we will do next year.


We booked the 10:00 AM as well. Was hoping someone might post some more recent navigators so I could see if anything had changed. We aren't booking anything else. We plan to get off in Nassau for a few hours and do the pirate museum there and a little shopping.

This is our first cruise so I also don't want to schedule to many things and feel like we are running from one to another. The cruise will be sandwiched in the middle of two weeks at WDW so I want us to just be able to slow down a little here and enjoy ourselves and relax.

[live4christp1]

I am so excited to see so many children around my girls ages(10 and 7). I woul love if we did a meet before the kids go off. My girls are a bit shy and I think that it would help them to feel like they know someone.

We are all a bit nervous about our first cruise!

I also want to do the parasailing at CC but I haven't been able to get onto the website all day. Hopefully I will get to book soon!


We are planning to be there early to board (hoping we are onboard by noon) and will spend the majority of that first afternoon at the Mickey pool with the slide since that might be the only pool time we have with all the other activites on the ship and I'm sure it will get crowded once we set sail.

[Mickeefan]

We're not doing any excurions on this trip. We probably won't even get off the ship in Nassau. We'll definately explore Castaway Cay, however.

I booked a manicure for the Nassau day for myself. Looking forward to that.

[dthogue]

I have only made a reservation for the Stingray Adventure. I wanted to make sure that I was able to get an earlier time after reading how the water can get merky later in the day -- we booked 10am. My DH and DD would also like to do the parasailing, but I don't want to fill the day up too much. I'm having difficulty deciding on anything for Nassau; I have heard to stay on the boat and enjoy it and not to miss out on the sightseeing. We know that we will be booking another cruise (a longer one -- I am hoping for the 5 night Key West) while onboard, so what we don't do this time we will do next year.

Andrea,

I booked the 10am stringray excursion too - we did the stringrays in Grand Cayman last year and the waves were so rough, I'm hoping this will be an much better experience for my DD.

Tammy

[dthogue]

We are planning to be there early to board (hoping we are onboard by noon) and will spend the majority of that first afternoon at the Mickey pool with the slide since that might be the only pool time we have with all the other activites on the ship and I'm sure it will get crowded once we set sail.

Cristy,

That's where we'll be headed once onbard the ship - I know my DD will want to spend the afternoon at the Mickey pool - I'm gonna sneak off while she's swimming (with DH watching her) to decorate our cabin for her birthday before she sees it.

Tammy

[dthogue]

Just checking in to see how everyone is doing - hope everyone had a great weekend. Counting down the days.

Tammy

[tay72699]

We booked the 10:00 AM as well. Was hoping someone might post some more recent navigators so I could see if anything had changed. We aren't booking anything else. We plan to get off in Nassau for a few hours and do the pirate museum there and a little shopping.

This is our first cruise so I also don't want to schedule to many things and feel like we are running from one to another. The cruise will be sandwiched in the middle of two weeks at WDW so I want us to just be able to slow down a little here and enjoy ourselves and relax.
It looks like we're getting a group for the 10am Stingray Adventure!

We plan on leaving BWV early to get to the port...I am hoping to get there by 10am so we're one of the first on also. I think that we may decide later on excursions in Nassau...maybe just some quick sightseeing and back onboard.

I finished my fish extender over the weekend...one more thing off the list!

[basketrn]

Ony 72 days more...I can't wait!!!!!

Spent the weekend working on my door magnets:lmao:

Tried planning my shore excursions. We are doing the stingray thing at CC. Nassau we are just going to get off the boat after lunch and just do a little shopping. No excursions there.

Is anyone doing spa treatment? My DH and I want to do the beer and wine tasting, but on past navigators, they are literally back to back. We don't want to be 3 sheets to the wind :rotfl2:

Not to mention all the flounder spots are taken for that time.

Dawn

[dthogue]

I finished my fish extender over the weekend...one more thing off the list!

Any tips on making the FE - I dont have a sewing machine, so I need to use bonding tape or no sew glue - I'm heading to the fabric store tomorrow night.

Tammy

[dthogue]

[QUOTE=basketrn;30760949]

basketrn - 2 adults 2 children (DS 12, DS 5mos)
sshivers - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DS 1)
astemple - 2 adults 3 children (DD 10, DD 7, DD 3)
live4christpl - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DD 6) **Nut Allergy**
gmilligan - 2 adults 2 children (DS 16, DD 9)
mickeefan - 2 adults 1 child (DC 11)
jamdkvan - 2 adults 3 children (DD 9, DS 7, DD 5)
dthogue - 2 adults 1 child (DD 11)
apples1996 - 2 adults 1 child (DD 10)
tay72699 - 2 adults 2 childredn (DD 9 DD 10)

QUOTE]

Cristy,

can you child with the nut allergy have plain Hershey's chocolate? I don't want to give them something they can't eat in the their FE.

Tammy

[tay72699]

Any tips on making the FE - I dont have a sewing machine, so I need to use bonding tape or no sew glue - I'm heading to the fabric store tomorrow night.

Tammy
Tammy,

Luckily I have a machine, but it is only used for these types of projects.
The only tip that I would have is to have fun with it. I took suggestions on size (I did approximately 8" x 36"), materials that sort of thing from some of the FE's that have been posted on the boards.

[live4christp1]

[QUOTE=basketrn;30760949]

basketrn - 2 adults 2 children (DS 12, DS 5mos)
sshivers - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DS 1)
astemple - 2 adults 3 children (DD 10, DD 7, DD 3)
live4christpl - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DD 6) **Nut Allergy**
gmilligan - 2 adults 2 children (DS 16, DD 9)
mickeefan - 2 adults 1 child (DC 11)
jamdkvan - 2 adults 3 children (DD 9, DS 7, DD 5)
dthogue - 2 adults 1 child (DD 11)
apples1996 - 2 adults 1 child (DD 10)
tay72699 - 2 adults 2 childredn (DD 9 DD 10)

QUOTE]

Cristy,

can you child with the nut allergy have plain Hershey's chocolate? I don't want to give them something they can't eat in the their FE.

Tammy

Yes she can. And her sensitivity is not to the extreme point. She is okay with items that say processed in a plant that also processes nuts, peanuts. She only has a bad reaction when she actually has nuts or peanut butter directly. She loves the little mini Hershey chocolate bars.


Thanks!

[live4christp1]

It looks like we're getting a group for the 10am Stingray Adventure!

We plan on leaving BWV early to get to the port...I am hoping to get there by 10am so we're one of the first on also. I think that we may decide later on excursions in Nassau...maybe just some quick sightseeing and back onboard.

I finished my fish extender over the weekend...one more thing off the list!


Yes it looks that way. :goodvibes I'd really like to see the new Navigators though. One of the reports I read said it was a push to get to the 10:00 AM from the ship.

[sshivers]

Ok..here is an updated list of peeps participating in the FE. Please let me know if I missed anyone. Also, when you get your room # please send me a PM and I will add it to the master list. I have a nice spreadsheet with names, ages, and room #'s that I will send out before the cruise that you will be able to print off and take with.

basketrn - 2 adults 2 children (DS 12, DS 5mos)
sshivers - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DS 1)
astemple - 2 adults 3 children (DD 10, DD 7, DD 3)
live4christpl - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DD 6) **Nut Allergy**
gmilligan - 2 adults 2 children (DS 16, DD 9)
mickeefan - 2 adults 1 child (DC 11)
jamdkvan - 2 adults 3 children (DD 9, DS 7, DD 5)
dthogue - 2 adults 1 child (DD 11)
apples1996 - 2 adults 1 child (DD 10)
tay72699 - 2 adults 2 childredn (DD 9 DD 10)

We have lots of kids around the same age! Very exciting!! Only 77 more days!!

So what is everyones excursion plans? SSHIVERS...are you going to use flounders? I am torn..this would be the first time DS would be in child care that wasn't a family member, but I would really like to have some free time, maybe to do the spa, or enjoy Palos?

Anyone going to make any spa plans? I really want to do the couples villa thing, but 400 plus :scared1:

So any plans for us to all meet at some point? We arrive the morning of the cruise and will be driving from the airport (our plane lands at 9am).:thumbsup2 Then staying at WDW for 10 days after the cruise:banana: :banana:

I am really torn about flounders also. My son stays at a church daycare so it would not be something new for him, just for me.

[live4christp1]

I'm thinking I am going to change our stingray time to 11:00 instead of 10:00 AM. Here's what I'm thinking:

Grab breakfast 7:30 AM
ready to get off boat at 8:30 (don't know how long this will take)
See a few characters along the way and not be rushed
Maybe grab a spot at the family beach for a while
Stingrays at 11:00-12:00
Followed by lunch
Kids can go to kids area from about 1:15 - 3:00 while DH and I go enjoy Serenity bay
3:00 - 4:00 - fun on family beach or Montro's point (kids choice)
4:00 head back toward the ship in case we want to stop in the gift shop for a minute.

Still undecided.

[astempel]

Since this is our first cruise of any kind we have decided to do zero excursions. We are going to stay on the ship on Nassau day and just enjoy the beach on CC day. We are really excited just about the activities on the ship. We are doing a Palo dinner on Friday night (Nassau day).

[live4christp1]

We decided to switch to the 11:00 AM Stingray's I think.

[live4christp1]

So what dining rotation are you all hoping for?

I'm hoping for
Triton's
Parrot Cay
Animator's Pallet

or

Parrot Cay
Triton's
Animator's Pallet

[basketrn]

I guess I never thought about the dinning rotation?:confused3 So I don't know :goodvibes

Here is our day at CC (at least the way I have planned in my mind)

Eat early breakfast 7:30ish
Get off boat, stop at gift shop then go to family beach (pick up our tube and scuba rentals for the day)
Hang out at beach and do lunch 11ish
After lunch do the bike rental
Me and DS (8 mos) hang out at the beach more while DH and older DS do stingray at 2p

[tay72699]

I hadn't thought of the rotation either, but now that I think about it I would prefer Parrot Cay the first night, but after that I don't know. I'm still trying to decide on main or late dinner seating. We currently have main, but I'm thinking of going to late so we are not rushed to get ready...with two girls it may take a bit longer. We decided to wait on Palos until next year when we have more time...one less thing to plan.

I really haven't planned out our cruise days yet...only excursion booked is the stingrays at cc at this point. I have been planning our three days at WDW prior to departure. Now that Fantasmic is being shown less frequently and it seems park hours have shortened, I have to make sure we don't miss out while we are there.

[hssweethearts]

Hello everyone! We'll be on this cruise as well. We are so excited. Not only is this our first Disney cruise, it's our first EVER cruise.

It's just three of us... Me, DH and DD (3).

We are doing the land and sea package and will be at WDW before the cruise.

[live4christp1]

Hello everyone! We'll be on this cruise as well. We are so excited. Not only is this our first Disney cruise, it's our first EVER cruise.

It's just three of us... Me, DH and DD (3).

We are doing the land and sea package and will be at WDW before the cruise.

Hi! This is our first cruise as well. We are super excited. I'm trying real hard not to over plan but it is so hard. We will be in WDW for a few days before the cruise and then a week after. Hope to see you on board!!!!!

Cristy

[dthogue]

Hello everyone! We'll be on this cruise as well. We are so excited. Not only is this our first Disney cruise, it's our first EVER cruise.

It's just three of us... Me, DH and DD (3).

We are doing the land and sea package and will be at WDW before the cruise.

Welcome to the thread - look forward to getting to know you - you're going to love DCL.

Tammy

[live4christp1]

Our travel agent was able to get in a request for our dining rotation of
Parrot Cay, Triton's and Animator's Palate. No guarantees but I'll keep my fingers crossed.:goodvibes

We are counting down the days......only 66 days. :cool1:

[jamdkvan]

I had not even thought about dining rotation. I guess we can "try" to request????:confused3 We are getting excited--less than 60 days to go!:dance3::cheer2::banana::cool1:
Trying to figure out how to pack light!! Especially having to pack 5 beach towels!
Can't wait to meet everyone--are we planning on 3:30 on Thursday afternoon? Where?
Ami

[goofydad99]

If anyone wants to do a Fish Extender Gift Exchange, please let me know..I am willing to coordinate it..It will be my first, so bare with me :)

I just ordered this off ebay..

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=320331686032

goofydad and I talked about it. We are in! :goodvibes

Our children are ds 11, ds 9, and dd 6.

[goofydad99]

Welcome to the thread - look forward to getting to know you - you're going to love DCL.

Tammy

Tammy,

I just realized that you are surprising your dd with the cruise. Are you about to burst about not telling her? I am so excited about our trip but man the keeping it a secret is killing me! Believe me it was hard enough getting their passports without them questioning it too much!

[jamdkvan]

goofydad99 and tay72699 --can you PM me the first names of your kiddos as I am personalizing a small gift for the FE for them? Thanks! Ami

[goofydad99]

I had not even thought about dining rotation. I guess we can "try" to request????:confused3 We are getting excited--less than 60 days to go!:dance3::cheer2::banana::cool1:
Trying to figure out how to pack light!! Especially having to pack 5 beach towels!
Can't wait to meet everyone--are we planning on 3:30 on Thursday afternoon? Where?
Ami

Pack lightly really? Right.......... :rotfl2:

We are up to a meet with everyone. I would like to meet so our children can meet others. Our dd will be on her own. Does anyone else have a dd that is too old for the younger set but would enjoy the do si do with Snow White?

[live4christp1]

Pack lightly really? Right.......... :rotfl2:

We are up to a meet with everyone. I would like to meet so our children can meet others. Our dd will be on her own. Does anyone else have a dd that is too old for the younger set but would enjoy the do si do with Snow White?

How old is your DD? (edited to add - I just went back and read your previous post and see that our DD's are the same age) Ours is 6 and I had asked if she could attend the Do-si-do....I know she would really like it. Someone said that she could if one of us take her and sign her in and stay with her since she isn't in that particular age group. So DH & DS are going to do the Animation class that afternoon together as a father/son experience while DD & I get freshened up and changed then we will go to do-si-do as a mother/daughter outing while the boys get cleaned up for dinner.

Cristy

[goofydad99]

How old is your DD? (edited to add - I just went back and read your previous post and see that our DD's are the same age) Ours is 6 and I had asked if she could attend the Do-si-do....I know she would really like it. Someone said that she could if one of us take her and sign her in and stay with her since she isn't in that particular age group. So DH & DS are going to do the Animation class that afternoon together as a father/son experience while DD & I get freshened up and changed then we will go to do-si-do as a mother/daughter outing while the boys get cleaned up for dinner.

Cristy

I feel like I am reading everything I can get my hands on. Where did you get the info about what day it is? What book or site do I need to read or buy? I am in such panic mode now!:eek::eek:

[live4christp1]

I feel like I am reading everything I can get my hands on. Where did you get the info about what day it is? What book or site do I need to read or buy? I am in such panic mode now!:eek::eek:

I found it on the FAQ sticky at top of the cruise plan page. Look under Navigators, the most recently posted are from late February so I think that is pretty close. My copies are on my desk at work but if I remember correctly it is around 4:00ish on Nassau day.....we plan to get off in Nassau first thing in the morning for just a bit......not all day.

Everyone here has said that you can find just as much info here on the DIS if not more rather than buy a book. I went on the cruise page and just started a thread like "First time cruisers....lots of questions" and posted everything I could think of and got great responses. There is also lots of good info on that FAQ thread.

Our DS is 11 so I think he will be in the club with your oldest. We are getting so excited!!!!!! If you are looking for any answers in particular let me know and I'll try to help. This is a whole new learning experience for us too.....we don't want to over plan, but we don't want to waste our time either.

Here is the link to the FAQ thread http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2068966

Cristy

[dthogue]

Tammy,

I just realized that you are surprising your dd with the cruise. Are you about to burst about not telling her? I am so excited about our trip but man the keeping it a secret is killing me! Believe me it was hard enough getting their passports without them questioning it too much!

Yes, its getting harder and harder to keep the secret - just this week she came home from school all excited becasue her class field trip is on her birthday - the 28th!! We'll guess what, she won't be there - I'm so torn as what to do - should we tell her or just keep going with the surprise. I'm gonna play it by ear and see how the next few weeks go - if something else comes up school related I might just have to tell her something.

Tammy

[dthogue]

:
Trying to figure out how to pack light!! Especially having to pack 5 beach towels!

Ami

Just curious as to why you are bringing beach towels - on our last cruise they had towels at the pool and the gangway for taking on the island? We also bought a beach towel while on Castaway Cay - it was a great souvenir.

Tammy

[dthogue]

Can't wait to meet everyone--are we planning on 3:30 on Thursday afternoon? Where?
Ami

What does everyone else think - should we plan to meet around 3 or 3:30 - near the goofy pool?

Tammy

[goofydad99]

I think either time is good. We have to do the safety drill at 4. How much time do we want to spend?

Does everyone have their cabin assignment?

[dthogue]

With the saftey drill at 4:00, I think 3pm would be better. We do not have our cabin number yet!!

Tammy

[live4christp1]

We can be in that area at 3:00ish. No cabin number for us yet either. Anxiously awaiting!!!!!!!

[jamdkvan]

Just curious as to why you are bringing beach towels - on our last cruise they had towels at the pool and the gangway for taking on the island? We also bought a beach towel while on Castaway Cay - it was a great souvenir.

Tammy

That's great! I didn't realize that they would have any to use on the island when we get off the ship. :scared1:So much to think about!!! Especially being a newbie!!
Thanks for the info Tammy!!!

[live4christp1]

Hi all! Are you all getting excited as we count down the days? We sure are!!!

Well today I am sitting here thinking, we really need to run the kids by with their applications for the photo passport card today but then I started thinking......we sail May 28 - 31st. So technically we are getting back the day before the implement that requirement. DH & I have passport books but the kids have never traveled outside the country.

They do have birth certificates and military dependent picture ID's.

So I am wondering.......how many of you are doing passports and how many of you will just be using the birth certificates for you kids?

Thanks,
Cristy

[basketrn]

We have passports for all of our family members (including our 5 month old). I am kinda a freak about that sort of stuff and it just gives me a piece of mind. I think you should be fine!!

Hi all! Are you all getting excited as we count down the days? We sure are!!!

Well today I am sitting here thinking, we really need to run the kids by with their applications for the photo passport card today but then I started thinking......we sail May 28 - 31st. So technically we are getting back the day before the implement that requirement. DH & I have passport books but the kids have never traveled outside the country.

So I am wondering.......how many of you are doing passports and how many of you will just be using the birth certificates for you kids?

Thanks,
Cristy

[tay72699]

Hi all! Are you all getting excited as we count down the days? We sure are!!!

Well today I am sitting here thinking, we really need to run the kids by with their applications for the photo passport card today but then I started thinking......we sail May 28 - 31st. So technically we are getting back the day before the implement that requirement. DH & I have passport books but the kids have never traveled outside the country.

They do have birth certificates and military dependent picture ID's.

So I am wondering.......how many of you are doing passports and how many of you will just be using the birth certificates for you kids?

Thanks,
Cristy

I went with the passport book and made sure that my DD's friend got the same...the only issue would be if we needed to fly out of Nassau or thereabouts for some unforeseen reason, the passport book would be required. Not that it would happened, but I'm always planning for everything. Plus, the passport books don't expire until they are 16 or so and I'm sure that we will be doing another cruise or two by that time. That might be something else to think about...you will be able to use the passport book more than the card in the future and it's just a bit more $.

[goofydad99]

Hi all! Are you all getting excited as we count down the days? We sure are!!!

Well today I am sitting here thinking, we really need to run the kids by with their applications for the photo passport card today but then I started thinking......we sail May 28 - 31st. So technically we are getting back the day before the implement that requirement. DH & I have passport books but the kids have never traveled outside the country.

They do have birth certificates and military dependent picture ID's.

So I am wondering.......how many of you are doing passports and how many of you will just be using the birth certificates for you kids?

Thanks,
Cristy


Christy,

We ordered the passport books for everyone. I didn't want to have to start over again if we decided to go again or take a trip overseas.

[astempel]

We bought passports for all 5 of us. I wanted to be safe rather than sorry. We are definitely up to a meet at 3:00 on Thursday. I really want the girls (10,8, and 3) to meet someone before going to the kids club.

[goofydad99]

Hi all! Who is keeping track of the fish extender list? I would like to make a few personalized items and I would like to know the family last names and the name, ages, and gender of each child. I am not asking much am I? :rotfl2:

Thank you for organizing!!

[jamdkvan]

Hi all! Who is keeping track of the fish extender list? I would like to make a few personalized items and I would like to know the family last names and the name, ages, and gender of each child. I am not asking much am I? :rotfl2:

Thank you for organizing!!

Dawn (basketrn) is making the list of who wants to participate. I have a list of the kiddos first names, ages and genders that I have collected. I can PM them if we don't want them listed on the site. I do not have family names though.

[basketrn]

Hi all! Who is keeping track of the fish extender list? I would like to make a few personalized items and I would like to know the family last names and the name, ages, and gender of each child. I am not asking much am I? :rotfl2:

Thank you for organizing!!

I will pm you a list this weekend. I do not have everyone's first names and don't have many last names. I do have all the kiddo's names I think...will have to look at my list.

Also, everyone...if you have your room numbers, can you pm them to me so that I can add that to the list. TIA!!

Dawn

[goofydad99]

What time is everyone planning on arriving at the port?

I can't decide what time to arrive. I know it doesn't open until 10:30, but I was curious what everyone else was planning on?

I am trying to figure out a way to get the children to take the bonine without them questioning it too much.............

[basketrn]

What time is everyone planning on arriving at the port?

I can't decide what time to arrive. I know it doesn't open until 10:30, but I was curious what everyone else was planning on?

I am trying to figure out a way to get the children to takr the bonine without them questioning it too much.............

Our plane doesn't arrive in Orlando until 9am, have to get the rental car, drive to port, stop at grocery store (buy baby stuff..diapers, formula, etc) and then go to port. So who knows what time :confused3

[basketrn]

I sent everyone involved in the Fish Extender Exchange a PM tonight with the most up to date list I have.

Please let me know if you didn't get it!!

Dawn

[dthogue]

Hey Everyone -

We plan on arriving at the port around 10am - we will drop off our rental car at Avis and take their shuttle to the port.

This surprise is getting harder and harder to keep - I'm having trouble not talking about the cruise when DD is around. She watched the DCL dvd last week and asked "When can we go on another cruise?"

I finished my Fish Extender last week - thanks Dawn for the updated list, this is going to be fun!!

Tammy

[tay72699]

We are hoping to arrive by 10am also; at least that is the plan. We got a great deal on our rental so it will be cheaper to leave it at the port than to drop it off and pick up another one after.

I don't know how you are keeping it a secret...I would have let it slip by now. My DD has to be involved in every aspect though, so there is no surprising her.

[goofydad99]

Well, our kids just think we are going to Disney World. That is the norm for our vacation. We have been talking about different things for us to do this year. I still don't know what we are going to tell them the morning we head to the port. I suppose i will tell them there was something fun I read about there...

[dthogue]

Well, our kids just think we are going to Disney World. That is the norm for our vacation. We have been talking about different things for us to do this year. I still don't know what we are going to tell them the morning we head to the port. I suppose i will tell them there was something fun I read about there...

My plan is to ask Brenna if she wants to spend the day at the beach, then when we get to the port and can see the ships in the distance we are going to pull over and give her a letter from Mickey telling her about the cruise. Hope this all works out as planned. :rolleyes1

Tammy

[dthogue]

We are hoping to arrive by 10am also; at least that is the plan. We got a great deal on our rental so it will be cheaper to leave it at the port than to drop it off and pick up another one after.

I don't know how you are keeping it a secret...I would have let it slip by now. My DD has to be involved in every aspect though, so there is no surprising her.

Would you mind sharing you car rental deal? I'm struggling with the planning as well - right now we are planning on spending Wednesday at the Nick Hotel, then driving to the port. My other option is to spend the day at Sea World and get a cheaper hotel. Its killing me not being able to ask her what she wants to do.

Tammy

[Jenn522]

Just popping in again to say hi. Can't believe it's April already. I'm sorry we're not participating in Fish Extenders but please don't forget about me (us)! Still hope to meet up with you all (3:00? is that official time?).

Kinda OT but... on a whim I decided to look for a new bathing suit -- a treat since I just lost 10 lbs+ and wanted something new for the vaca. What a horrifying experience!! The harsh department store lights!!! The pale, pasty skin from a long winter!!! AAAAAAHHHH!!!! :scared1: Plus the stores didn't have much of a selection yet. I've actually got to shop for the kids too -- like, overnight, both of them (DD-11 and DS-9) grew and need everything for spring/summer. Anyone else need to shop for their trip?

Well, that's it here from NJ on a cold, April day. Spring? HA! The forecast today is calling for SNOW showers!!!

Let's keep counting down those days!!

Jenn

[tay72699]

Would you mind sharing you car rental deal? I'm struggling with the planning as well - right now we are planning on spending Wednesday at the Nick Hotel, then driving to the port. My other option is to spend the day at Sea World and get a cheaper hotel. Its killing me not being able to ask her what she wants to do.

Tammy

I got an Alamo weekly special back in December...mid size for $132/$190 with all fees. I figure that will save a lot of time with returning the rental and getting back to the airport, plus the convenience factor. We rented points for BWV from a friend and saved alot of $, so we are able to go down on the 25th and spend a few days at WDW prior to cruising. We are still tossing around the idea of DVC since BWV is our favorite place to stay.

[astempel]

I also have to shop for our family for the cruise. The girls (10,8, and 3) need all new summer clothes! If it makes you feel any better, it is only 47 degrees here today! No snow, but still cold!

[live4christp1]

Hi all!!!!!

7 weeks from tomorrow we will be setting sail! :goodvibes

[tay72699]

We are counting the days...

My DD and friend are counting down anxiously....they will miss the last four days of school since snow days were used. That makes this vacation even better for them.

For those of you spending time at WDW prior to cruising, have you thought about shipping your FE and gifts down to the resort? I am thinking this might be a good idea; I want to avoid trying to lug everything since we are flying. Any thoughts?

[live4christp1]

Still waiting on room assignment. Maybe we will get a good upgrade. :goodvibes

[goofydad99]

We are driving so we won't be shipping anything ahead.

I am ready for vacation!

We are missing one day of school as well!

I still haven't spilled the beans either. Although I have come close. :rotfl:

[sshivers]

Ok..here is an updated list of peeps participating in the FE. Please let me know if I missed anyone. Also, when you get your room # please send me a PM and I will add it to the master list. I have a nice spreadsheet with names, ages, and room #'s that I will send out before the cruise that you will be able to print off and take with.

basketrn - 2 adults 2 children (DS 12, DS 5mos)
sshivers - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DS 1)
astemple - 2 adults 3 children (DD 10, DD 7, DD 3)
live4christpl - 2 adults 2 children (DS 11, DD 6) **Nut Allergy**
gmilligan - 2 adults 2 children (DS 16, DD 9)
mickeefan - 2 adults 1 child (DC 11)
jamdkvan - 2 adults 3 children (DD 9, DS 7, DD 5)
dthogue - 2 adults 1 child (DD 11)
apples1996 - 2 adults 1 child (DD 10)
tay72699 - 2 adults 2 childredn (DD 9 DD 10)

We have lots of kids around the same age! Very exciting!! Only 77 more days!!

So what is everyones excursion plans? SSHIVERS...are you going to use flounders? I am torn..this would be the first time DS would be in child care that wasn't a family member, but I would really like to have some free time, maybe to do the spa, or enjoy Palos?

Anyone going to make any spa plans? I really want to do the couples villa thing, but 400 plus :scared1:

So any plans for us to all meet at some point? We arrive the morning of the cruise and will be driving from the airport (our plane lands at 9am).:thumbsup2 Then staying at WDW for 10 days after the cruise:banana: :banana:


I have not made plans to use Flounders. I think I will leave that up to timing and if I need free time and Flounders is not full then maybe. Playing that by ear.

[sshivers]

Yes, its getting harder and harder to keep the secret - just this week she came home from school all excited becasue her class field trip is on her birthday - the 28th!! We'll guess what, she won't be there - I'm so torn as what to do - should we tell her or just keep going with the surprise. I'm gonna play it by ear and see how the next few weeks go - if something else comes up school related I might just have to tell her something.

Tammy

This is so funny because we are surprising our DS for his 11th birthday also. We received a letter home saying his 5th grade graduation is on the 27th. This will put us about 6 hours behind on leaving for the cruise.

[Mickeefan]

The title says it all, but the specific question is whether kids can wear dress shorts in the dining room for dinner or not. Would dress shorts with a polo be okay for a kid about 12 years old? Thanks.

[goofydad99]

This is so funny because we are surprising our DS for his 11th birthday also. We received a letter home saying his 5th grade graduation is on the 27th. This will put us about 6 hours behind on leaving for the cruise.

Our ds is going to miss his. They rescheduled it due to snow days and now he won't be there for it. :confused3 I can't imagine making the long drive and boarding the ship in the same day.

[basketrn]

The title says it all, but the specific question is whether kids can wear dress shorts in the dining room for dinner or not. Would dress shorts with a polo be okay for a kid about 12 years old? Thanks.

I think a pair of dress shorts and polo would be fine! That is what my DS will be wearing. I think on the 3 day cruise there really isn't a "formal" night like the other longer cruises.

[dthogue]

This is so funny because we are surprising our DS for his 11th birthday also. We received a letter home saying his 5th grade graduation is on the 27th. This will put us about 6 hours behind on leaving for the cruise.

Well at least you are still able to have him attend - bummer that you will be leaving later - I bet you'll be dying to leave thinking the whole time through the ceremony about the cruise :yay: My daughter is so excited about her 5th grade Graduation, although it isn't until June 5th.

When is you DS' birthday?

Tammy

[goofydad99]

Ok, it is slowly getting closer. We booked our pre cruise room yesterday. I don't know if I will be able to tear the children away from Storm Along Bay.

Has anyone else considered buying their own snorkeling gear?

[goofydad99]

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[dthogue]

Has anyone else considered buying their own snorkeling gear?

On our last cruise we brought along our own masks and snorkels - we didn't bring the fins - I bought decent sets at Walmart and they were fine for what little snorkeling we did. I couldn't get past sharing snorkels knowing that others used them before us :scared1: Although I don't know what happened to them - can't find them, might have to buy another set for us to share :confused3

Tammy

[live4christp1]

Dress codes for kids (preteen boys). I'm glad to see that others would rather just do the dress shorts and polo for the boys. I know DS was not going to be happy to be dressy. What is it with this age (11) :confused3.

So dress shorts & polo for dress up night.

I'm curious as to what your boys around the same age will be wearing the other two evenings. I know my DS would rather be in a pair of cargo shorts and a t-shirt.

Thanks,
Cristy

[live4christp1]

HEY FE EXCHANGE PARENTS

If you have a moment can you please take time to post your kids favorite character and an alternative. If they are older and don't really care for the Disney characters much anymore post what they like.

Thanks!
Cristy

[Mickeefan]

HEY FE EXCHANGE PARENTS

If you have a moment can you please take time to post your kids favorite character and an alternative. If they are older and don't really care for the Disney characters much anymore post what they like.

Thanks!
Cristy

Julie, here for Nancy (the actual parent)!

Brent, 11 almost 12 (6/9) likes Buzz Lightyear/Toy Story & Cars characters. Although he'd probably be happy with anything but princesses! LOL He's a Down Syndrome kiddo with no known allergies, but has trouble chewing anything that is really hard, chewy and/or crunchy.

[live4christp1]

Julie, here for Nancy (the actual parent)!

Brent, 11 almost 12 (6/9) likes Buzz Lightyear/Toy Story & Cars characters. Although he'd probably be happy with anything but princesses! LOL He's a Down Syndrome kiddo with no known allergies, but has trouble chewing anything that is really hard, chewy and/or crunchy.

Thanks Julie! Can't wait to see everyone on board!

Cristy

[dthogue]

Hey Everyone - how's everyone passing the time - I can't wait to meet everyone onboard.

Brenna likes Tinkerbelle and Cinderella - as well as Ariel, Little Mermaid.

Tammy

[CentFLCruiser]

Hi May 28th cruisers! Only 6 weeks to go....but who's counting? :goodvibes

This cruise is just DH and I. It is so much fun reading about all of your kids and the fun they will have with their FE surprises. Makes me wish my DD wasn't 20 - except when I think about how much I love Serenity Bay! :woohoo:

DD can't make it because she is in college and summer school starts May 11. DH and I will be celebrating our 3rd anniversary (May 28) on the cruise. This will be our 5th cruise and 4th on DCL. We got married on the RC Mariner of the Seas which was a nice cruise but made us realize how much we love DCL.

Here's wishing all of you a fabulous cruise!

[live4christp1]

Hi May 28th cruisers! Only 6 weeks to go....but who's counting? :goodvibes

This cruise is just DH and I. It is so much fun reading about all of your kids and the fun they will have with their FE surprises. Makes me wish my DD wasn't 20 - except when I think about how much I love Serenity Bay! :woohoo:

DD can't make it because she is in college and summer school starts May 11. DH and I will be celebrating our 3rd anniversary (May 28) on the cruise. This will be our 5th cruise and 4th on DCL. We got married on the RC Mariner of the Seas which was a nice cruise but made us realize how much we love DCL.

Here's wishing all of you a fabulous cruise!

Hope you have a wonderful anniversary trip!!!!!

[tay72699]

HEY FE EXCHANGE PARENTS

If you have a moment can you please take time to post your kids favorite character and an alternative. If they are older and don't really care for the Disney characters much anymore post what they like.

Thanks!
Cristy


Hi Cristy,

My DD really likes the classics Mickey, Minnie, & Goofy top the list, but she likes the princesses as well. DD's friend is a princess girl -- her favorite right now is Ariel, but it switches at times so any princess would do.

Thanks,
Andrea

[Gmilligan]

HEY FE EXCHANGE PARENTS

If you have a moment can you please take time to post your kids favorite character and an alternative. If they are older and don't really care for the Disney characters much anymore post what they like.

Thanks!
Cristy




Amyia (9) favorite is tinkerbell or any Fairy princess
Martell (16) Tarzan

[goofydad99]

Dress codes for kids (preteen boys). I'm glad to see that others would rather just do the dress shorts and polo for the boys. I know DS was not going to be happy to be dressy. What is it with this age (11) :confused3.

So dress shorts & polo for dress up night.

I'm curious as to what your boys around the same age will be wearing the other two evenings. I know my DS would rather be in a pair of cargo shorts and a t-shirt.

Thanks,
Cristy

Cristy,

Our children don't know about the cruise so they will be wearing what I pack for them.:lmao: They do enjoy dressing nicely so I will be wearing khaki pants and a polo type shirt.

On a side note, what are the parents wearing?:goodvibes

[goofydad99]

HEY FE EXCHANGE PARENTS

If you have a moment can you please take time to post your kids favorite character and an alternative. If they are older and don't really care for the Disney characters much anymore post what they like.

Thanks!
Cristy

Ian, (11) Stitch or Donald

Isaac, (9) Mickey

Isabella, (6) Mickey

[apples1996]

Our daugher, Lauren is 10 and her favorite character right now is Tinkerbell, but she likes all the princesses. I don't think I receivefd the list for for the fishextenders. I will check my SPAM.

Sharon
Kentucky

[basketrn]

HEY FE EXCHANGE PARENTS

If you have a moment can you please take time to post your kids favorite character and an alternative. If they are older and don't really care for the Disney characters much anymore post what they like.

Thanks!
Cristy

Hi Cristy! My DS (12) likes anything pirates. My DS (8 mos) could care less at this point :rotfl2:.

Thanks!

Dawn

[basketrn]

Our daugher, Lauren is 10 and her favorite character right now is Tinkerbell, but she likes all the princesses. I don't think I receivefd the list for for the fishextenders. I will check my SPAM.

Sharon
Kentucky

I sent it to your private messages through disboards. I didn't send it to peoples personal emails. Let me know if you didn't get it and I will resend.
Thanks!

Dawn

[jamdkvan]

HEY FE EXCHANGE PARENTS

If you have a moment can you please take time to post your kids favorite character and an alternative. If they are older and don't really care for the Disney characters much anymore post what they like.

Thanks!
Cristy

Marci (9) loves Hannah Montana, High School Musical-Gabriella, Selena Gomez
Derek (7): Cars, Mickey, Goofy, Pirates of the Carib.,anything is fine with him
Kelci (5): Aurora/Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Tinkerbell, any princess really

[dthogue]

Goofysdad's Wife

Isn't hard to pack without them knowing - my DD is very fussy with her clothes and I'm trying to buy new outfits without her knowing why. Luckily the dress she picked for Easter will be perfect for the dressy night and I bought her 2 pair of capris for the other nights - now for the tops - I'm keeping my fingers crossed that she will like what I picked out - if not she'll be the one sitting at dinner - fussing that her shirt is "itchy" :rotfl2:

Tammy

[dthogue]

We received our stateroom assignment today - we booked a cty 12 guarantee and were assigned to a cty 11 - 6583. I love the location - deck 6 mid ship, but was hoping for a better upgrade - oh well, we'll take what we get - its going to a great trip no matter where we are :thumbsup2

Tammy

[goofydad99]

Goofysdad's Wife

Isn't hard to pack without them knowing - my DD is very fussy with her clothes and I'm trying to buy new outfits without her knowing why. Luckily the dress she picked for Easter will be perfect for the dressy night and I bought her 2 pair of capris for the other nights - now for the tops - I'm keeping my fingers crossed that she will like what I picked out - if not she'll be the one sitting at dinner - fussing that her shirt is "itchy" :rotfl2:

Tammy

How crazy is it that I have started packing? I have a basket ready to go. I just wish I knew what I was wearing now...:scared:

[basketrn]

We received our stateroom assignment today - we booked a cty 12 guarantee and were assigned to a cty 11 - 6583. I love the location - deck 6 mid ship, but was hoping for a better upgrade - oh well, we'll take what we get - its going to a great trip no matter where we are :thumbsup2

Tammy

I updated the FE list! That means I might be getting our room assignment soon too!! :cool1:

[dthogue]

How crazy is it that I have started packing? I have a basket ready to go. I just wish I knew what I was wearing now...:scared:

Not crazy at all - I have a bag sitting next to my bed with all the stuff that I want to take along - I bought all kinds of decorations so I can decorate our door and stateroom for Brenna's birthday. I also have a gift backet that I'm putting together for her as a surprise when we get to the stateroom. I can't wait til the last minute to pack - I buy stuff every week and put it away - that was its not as expensive as buying it all at once. My toiletry pack is already packed and ready to go!!

Can't get the suitcases out til the day before we go, but I have lists made with what clothes I need to pack. :woohoo:

Tammy

[live4christp1]

Yeah!!!!! We got our stateroom #2524!!!!!:banana:

We got upgraded to a catagory 9.

We haven't started packing yet but I have been buying stuff and putting it away for the the trip. Got to pull out all the kids shorts this week and have them try them on and see how many more pair I need to get (we are doing WDW before and after the cruise).

We are so excited!

Can't wait to meet you all!!!!

Cristy

[dthogue]

Yeah!!!!! We got our stateroom #2524!!!!!:banana:

We got upgraded to a catagory 9.



Congrats!!!!!

[goofydad99]

Yeah!!!!! We got our stateroom #2524!!!!!:banana:

We got upgraded to a catagory 9.

We haven't started packing yet but I have been buying stuff and putting it away for the the trip. Got to pull out all the kids shorts this week and have them try them on and see how many more pair I need to get (we are doing WDW before and after the cruise).

We are so excited!

Can't wait to meet you all!!!!

Cristy

Cristy,

We are going to spend the night at the Beach Club the night before. After we get back we are staying for 6 days. Where are you staying after the cruise? We are staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge.

[sneadae]

Yeah!!!!! We got our stateroom #2524!!!!!:banana:

We got upgraded to a catagory 9.

We haven't started packing yet but I have been buying stuff and putting it away for the the trip. Got to pull out all the kids shorts this week and have them try them on and see how many more pair I need to get (we are doing WDW before and after the cruise).

We are so excited!

Can't wait to meet you all!!!!

Cristy

Hi there! We have been lurking this thread for a long time. I guess it's time to join the fun!

More importantly, we will be neighbors on the ship, because we are in 2522!

We are a family of 4: Mom, dad, and two kiddos (age 4 and 17 mos).

Looking forward to counting down with everyone :banana:

Andrea

[live4christp1]

Cristy,

We are going to spend the night at the Beach Club the night before. After we get back we are staying for 6 days. Where are you staying after the cruise? We are staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge.


We are driving down on Memorial Day and will be at Shades of Green for 3 nights prior to the cruise. Then after we get back to shore we will be staying at Westgate Town Center (off site but still really close to Disney) for a week. Maybe we will end up in the same parks one day. Here is what I have planned:

before cruise:
26th - DHS
27th - MK (my birthday)

after cruise:
1st - ?
2nd - AK
3rd - Epcot
4th - ?
5th - Busch Gardens
6th - DHS (SWW)
7th - Heading for home

We will go to the MK either the 1st or 4th......haven't decided yet.

[live4christp1]

Hi there! We have been lurking this thread for a long time. I guess it's time to join the fun!

More importantly, we will be neighbors on the ship, because we are in 2522!

We are a family of 4: Mom, dad, and two kiddos (age 4 and 17 mos).

Looking forward to counting down with everyone :banana:

Andrea

Hi Andrea! That is so cool!!!!!! This is our first cruise so we are super excited! DS was just asking me last night if anyone I knew from here would be close to us....he will be excited to hear we have a fellow DISer right next door.

Cristy

[Mickeefan]

Looking forward to counting down with everyone :banana:

Andrea

What, you're not already counting down? We are! Only 35 days! :rotfl2:

[live4christp1]

Planning? Do you all have your days scheduled out or are you just going to play it by ear?

If the most recent navigators are correct I have some things that I know I want to fit in but trying to leave some room for whatever we feel like.

I am hoping that we are on board by noon and have lunch. Then the kids should have a good bit of time to enjoy the pool, maybe look around the ship. Meet up with all our fellow DISers. Then off to grab our life vests for the safety drill.

We are getting off in Nassau early. Plan to be up and meet the princesses at 8:30 that morning then grab a quick breakfast in Parrot Cay and be ready to go ashore at 9:45. In Nassau we are going to try and find a reasonable carriage ride to the Pirate museum and go through it. Then a little bit of shopping before heading back to the boat. There are a couple of things mid day we are going to try to hit onboard. DH and DS are going to go to the Animation class and I plan to take DD to Do-si-do with Snow White.

Castaway Cay we have the stingray encounter booked for 11:00 AM. Plan to spend most of the day on the beach. There are lots of things going on at the Castaway Cay kids clubs that I know they would enjoy. Just not enough time to get them all in.

I can already see that we will probably be chomping at the bit to book another cruise......:wizard:

[Mickeefan]

Where are you seeing the recent Navigators? On Cruisecritic? Thanks.

[tay72699]

We are driving down on Memorial Day and will be at Shades of Green for 3 nights prior to the cruise. Then after we get back to shore we will be staying at Westgate Town Center (off site but still really close to Disney) for a week. Maybe we will end up in the same parks one day. Here is what I have planned:

before cruise:
26th - DHS
27th - MK (my birthday)

after cruise:
1st - ?
2nd - AK
3rd - Epcot
4th - ?
5th - Busch Gardens
6th - DHS (SWW)
7th - Heading for home

We will go to the MK either the 1st or 4th......haven't decided yet.

Hi Cristy,

We are flying down early on the 25th and will be at BWV. We had the same planned for the 26th (DHS) and 27th (MK). The last time I looked Fantasmic is only being shown on 26th. We won't be getting park hoppers this time so we will have to make DHS on that day. Unfortunately we are leaving on the 31st :sad1:, but I may try to fit a park in before heading to MCO since our flight isn't until 7 something.
My DD is counting down at school...every Monday she reminds her teacher that she won't be there for the last week and how many weeks are left.

[Mickeefan]

We're staying at Pop on 5/27 and we're planning to get up and get moving out to the port early-ish on the 28th. I'd love to be onboard enjoying lunch by noonish. Then, we can spend the afternoon in the sun by the pool.

After the cruise, I'm flying home, but Nancy and Brent are staying 2 more nights at Pop, so Nancy can use her free Celebration day on 6/1 to get into the MK for her birthday. Wish I was staying, too.

[sneadae]

What, you're not already counting down? We are! Only 35 days! :rotfl2:

We're counting down, but it's more fun to count down with other people, right? I just wish we could count faster!!

[live4christp1]

Where are you seeing the recent Navigators? On Cruisecritic? Thanks.

There are some from February on the FAQ on the cruise forum board here.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/Photos/DCL-Navigators/2-05-09/index.htm

[live4christp1]

Hi Cristy,

We are flying down early on the 25th and will be at BWV. We had the same planned for the 26th (DHS) and 27th (MK). The last time I looked Fantasmic is only being shown on 26th. We won't be getting park hoppers this time so we will have to make DHS on that day. Unfortunately we are leaving on the 31st :sad1:, but I may try to fit a park in before heading to MCO since our flight isn't until 7 something.
My DD is counting down at school...every Monday she reminds her teacher that she won't be there for the last week and how many weeks are left.

Fantasmic was the reason for our choice on the 26th also, that and knowing that on our other day at DHS it will be tied up mostly with SWW stuff. Fantasmic is one of my absolute favorite shows!!!!!! We will have to keep an eye out for one another, I'll have my DIS button on my bag I carry in the parks.

[live4christp1]

So what dinner seating does everyone have?

We are in early.

[sshivers]

Well at least you are still able to have him attend - bummer that you will be leaving later - I bet you'll be dying to leave thinking the whole time through the ceremony about the cruise :yay: My daughter is so excited about her 5th grade Graduation, although it isn't until June 5th.

When is you DS' birthday?

Tammy

My DS birthday is the 27th.

[sshivers]

HEY FE EXCHANGE PARENTS

If you have a moment can you please take time to post your kids favorite character and an alternative. If they are older and don't really care for the Disney characters much anymore post what they like.

Thanks!
Cristy

Hey, DS (11) - does not care about characters, maybe Pirates of the Caribbean and DS (1) Cars

[WeLoveTheMouse]

I just found this thread! I am a CPA so I have just dug out from tax season. We are on this cruise too. We should fit right in because my oldest DD turns 11 on the 28th. We had originally planned to go on my birthday, the 21st but we changed the week because another family could go with us on the 28th. We are so excited! First Disney cruise for us and first cruise for my 2 DDs. My DH and I have been on Carnival & Royal Car. before kids.

I read about the meet at 3 at the Goofy Pool. We plan to be at the pools as soon as we can get on the ship so I will see you all there.

So much planning and packing to catch up on! All fun!!:cool1:

[goofydad99]

We are in the early dining rotation.

Christy,

Your plan looks exactly like mine for the Nassau day. We were going to look for a carriage ride to the museum too. We have no other plans. We are going to try to attend the do si do on board. I do want to get a stamp for our passports as well.

[goofydad99]

I just found this thread! I am a CPA so I have just dug out from tax season. We are on this cruise too. We should fit right in because my oldest DD turns 11 on the 28th. We had originally planned to go on my birthday, the 21st but we changed the week because another family could go with us on the 28th. We are so excited! First Disney cruise for us and first cruise for my 2 DDs. My DH and I have been on Carnival & Royal Car. before kids.

I read about the meet at 3 at the Goofy Pool. We plan to be at the pools as soon as we can get on the ship so I will see you all there.

So much planning and packing to catch up on! All fun!!:cool1:

Welcome Cindy. Glad you found us.

[dthogue]

Cindy,

Welcome to our littel group - glad you found us - my DD's 11th birthday is the 28th as well - this is a surprise trip for her - I am anxiously counting down the days!

Looking forward to meeting you by the pool!

Tammy

[dthogue]

So what dinner seating does everyone have?

We are in early.

We have the early dining as well - althugh I was considering changing it to the late to allow more time, but i can't make up my mind :confused3

Tammy

[goofydad99]

If the way things normally go for Disney movies and premears........Up will be debuting our first night.

Will you go?

I think we will. It seems like a fun way to see the movie.:banana:

[dthogue]

We just saw the previews for "Up" today while at the Hannah Montana Movie - my DD - said "that premiers the day after my birthday - can we go see it for my birthday with my friends? Just smiled and said we'll see :idea:

We will let it up to DD if she wants to see it - altough since the cruise is so short to begin with, I would rather wait til we get home to see the movie and partake in other ship only activities - if only the cruise were longer, I agree it would be a fun way to see it.

Tammy
:hippie:

[goofydad99]

Apparently it premears during a special midnight showing.

[dthogue]

Apparently it premears during a special midnight showing.

Now that would be cool - wonder if I can stay up that late :happytv:

[goofydad99]

Now that would be cool - wonder if I can stay up that late :happytv:
Tammy,

That is my biggest fear! The kids are going to be so over the moon crazy that first day. The good thing is we haven't planned a big day for Nassau. All will be well.

It looks like it will be in 3D which should be awesome!

[dthogue]

We don't have plans for Nassau either - I would like to take a carriage ride and walk through the straw market, but we plan to do that after lunch. My DD will be so excited if we get to see UP in 3D.

Do you know if they show the premear in the regular movie theatre or do they show it in the large theatre to accomodate more people?

Tomorrow marks the one month til departure day for us - we had a yard sale over the weekend. The money raised is going towards our trip expenses - so with that I have everything paid for. I'm ready to go!!!

Is anyone concerned about this swine flu going around? Kinda scary!!

Tammy
:flower3:

[WeLoveTheMouse]

Is anyone concerned about this swine flu going around? Kinda scary!!

Tammy
:flower3:

It does make me a little nervous. I am glad we aren't going to Mexico. Hopefully it will slow down in a month but I guess it could get worse. The 5th graders from my DD's school are in DC this week. I am kind of relieved that she didn't go.:sad2:

My DD's 11th Bday is the 29th. I don't know why I typed the 28th. I guess it was because I had just read your DD's b'day.

[live4christp1]

Got all my FE gift shopping done. :goodvibes

It was fun but also stressful. I had so many ideas of things to do and changed my mind lots before finally settling on some items. Now I just need to make my fish extender for the door.

Whose excited?

We sure are!!!!!

[live4christp1]

Does everyone have their room assignments now?

[dthogue]

Christy,

:banana::banana::banana: I'm EXCITED :banana::banana::banana:

and it driving me bananas not being able to talk about it around here - I'm just so happy :) that I have you guys to share the excitement with.

Great job with the FE gifts - I keep going back and forth with what to do - it will be Hershey related, so hopefully I can get it onboard without it melting. My no-sew FE is all finished, packed and ready to go!!

Tammy

[dthogue]

It does make me a little nervous. I am glad we aren't going to Mexico. Hopefully it will slow down in a month but I guess it could get worse. The 5th graders from my DD's school are in DC this week. I am kind of relieved that she didn't go.:sad2:

My DD's 11th Bday is the 29th. I don't know why I typed the 28th. I guess it was because I had just read your DD's b'day.

Cindy,

What are your DD's names - how old is your other one? We will have to make sure that the girls meet once we are onboard - it will be great for them to have someone to go to the clubs with. It will be fun for them to have someone to celebrate their birthday with!

Tammy

[basketrn]

I sent everyone in the Fish Extender group a PM tonight. Please let me know if you didn't get it.

If you have your room number please let me know and I will add it to the list.

Thanks!

Dawn

[WeLoveTheMouse]

Cindy,

What are your DD's names - how old is your other one? We will have to make sure that the girls meet once we are onboard - it will be great for them to have someone to go to the clubs with. It will be fun for them to have someone to celebrate their birthday with!

Tammy

Emily will be 11 and my other DD is Ally and she is 7 and 1/2. I have read here on the DIS that they will probably let her go in the older kids club with her sister. I have prepared her for the younger one though. We are traveling with some friends that have 2 DD's age 12 and 9.

We are planning on getting onboard as early as possible so we should be able to meet out by the pool. It will help them to meet kids before they go in the clubs.

Do you have other children besides the DD turning 11?

I noticed you are in PA. We are coming up to Philadelphia and Hershey in late June.

[dthogue]

Emily will be 11 and my other DD is Ally and she is 7 and 1/2. I have read here on the DIS that they will probably let her go in the older kids club with her sister. I have prepared her for the younger one though. We are traveling with some friends that have 2 DD's age 12 and 9.

We are planning on getting onboard as early as possible so we should be able to meet out by the pool. It will help them to meet kids before they go in the clubs.

Do you have other children besides the DD turning 11?

I noticed you are in PA. We are coming up to Philadelphia and Hershey in late June.

We live right outside of Hershey - are you planning on going to Hersheypark? Brenna's 5th grade field trip is to Philadelphia - the day we leave for the cruise, so I imagine we will be traveling to Philadelphia over the summer to see the things she will miss. Were are you from?

I have 2 older DD's 17 and 19, but they are staying at home this trip - although they aren't too happy about it.

What fun to travel with friends the same age - that will make the clubs alot easier for the girls.

Tammy

[live4christp1]

Christy,

:banana::banana::banana: I'm EXCITED :banana::banana::banana:

and it driving me bananas not being able to talk about it around here - I'm just so happy :) that I have you guys to share the excitement with.

Great job with the FE gifts - I keep going back and forth with what to do - it will be Hershey related, so hopefully I can get it onboard without it melting. My no-sew FE is all finished, packed and ready to go!!

Tammy


Tammy,

Did you use the directions from the boards for the no-sew one. I can sew a little but I don't like too. I've been going back and forth over what to do. I know how I want to decorate it. Just got to get it done. If you used the directions here does it seem to be pretty sturdy?

Thanks,
Cristy

[astempel]

I haven't posted in a while, so I thought that I would say hello. We are a family of five sailing on this cruise...we are on the FE gift exchange list.
It will be me, DH, DD (10), DD (8), and DD (3).

Christy, DD (10) loves Hannah Montana and High School Musical, DD (8) loves anything pirate, and DD (3) loves Mickey and Goofy.

We are planning on meeting at the goofy pool at 3 b/c I want the girls to meet others before going to the kids club. It is our first ever cruise so we are all a bit nervous.

Andrea (from TN-since there seem to be others)

[live4christp1]

I haven't posted in a while, so I thought that I would say hello. We are a family of five sailing on this cruise...we are on the FE gift exchange list.
It will be me, DH, DD (10), DD (8), and DD (3).

Christy, DD (10) loves Hannah Montana and High School Musical, DD (8) loves anything pirate, and DD (3) loves Mickey and Goofy.

We are planning on meeting at the goofy pool at 3 b/c I want the girls to meet others before going to the kids club. It is our first ever cruise so we are all a bit nervous.

Andrea (from TN-since there seem to be others)


Hi Andrea! Thanks for the info. Can't wait to meet everyone!

[dthogue]

Tammy,

Did you use the directions from the boards for the no-sew one. I can sew a little but I don't like too. I've been going back and forth over what to do. I know how I want to decorate it. Just got to get it done. If you used the directions here does it seem to be pretty sturdy?

Thanks,
Cristy

Cristy,

I followed the basic instructions here - I would have liked to have sewn one, but my machine died and I never replaced it. I used no-sew glue and it seems to be pretty sturdy. I also hot glued ribbon to the bottom of each pocket to re-enforce it, so I'm hoping it holds.

Tammy

[dthogue]

I haven't posted in a while, so I thought that I would say hello. We are a family of five sailing on this cruise...we are on the FE gift exchange list.
It will be me, DH, DD (10), DD (8), and DD (3).

Christy, DD (10) loves Hannah Montana and High School Musical, DD (8) loves anything pirate, and DD (3) loves Mickey and Goofy.

We are planning on meeting at the goofy pool at 3 b/c I want the girls to meet others before going to the kids club. It is our first ever cruise so we are all a bit nervous.

Andrea (from TN-since there seem to be others)

Hi Andrea,

Good to see you around again - my DD loves Hannah Montana too - don't be nervous about the cruise - you are going to have such a great time. The kids are going to have a blast - we have quite a group of girls in the 10-12 age range.

Tammy

[dthogue]

Since we have agreed to try to meet at 3pm on boarding day, we might want to decide on a specific meeting place - since the area is quite large at the Mickey pool it would be better to determine an exact location so we are not wandering all over the place looking for each other. Anyone have any ideas? Right side of the pool or left - its been a few years since we were onboard, I honestly don't have any suggestions.

Tammy
:flower3:

[goofydad99]

Since we have agreed to try to meet at 3pm on boarding day, we might want to decide on a specific meeting place - since the area is quite large at the Mickey pool it would be better to determine an exact location so we are not wandering all over the place looking for each other. Anyone have any ideas? Right side of the pool or left - its been a few years since we were onboard, I honestly don't have any suggestions.

Tammy
:flower3:

Well, we have never been on board so we will have to rely on the experts. :3dglasses

[goofydad99]

:rolleyes1that I am even asking this. Are any of you getting up to date on vaccinations before leaving the country?

I know I can't believe I put it out there:rolleyes:

[live4christp1]

:rolleyes1that I am even asking this. Are any of you getting up to date on vaccinations before leaving the country?

I know I can't believe I put it out there:rolleyes:

I thought about it. Asked the question on the cruise forum. Looked at the travel advisories and it doesn't seem necessary for where we are going. Kids should be up to date anyway. I know DH is as he is military. I'm the odd ball, I think the one that I'd really consider would be the Hep vaccinations but as I understand it, it's a couple of shots over a span of time so probably wouldn't be even effective at this point.

[live4christp1]

Cristy,

I followed the basic instructions here - I would have liked to have sewn one, but my machine died and I never replaced it. I used no-sew glue and it seems to be pretty sturdy. I also hot glued ribbon to the bottom of each pocket to re-enforce it, so I'm hoping it holds.

Tammy

Thanks! I guess that is what I'm going to do. I may hand tack the edges though before covering with ribbon. The sewing machine scares me.

[jamdkvan]

Hi everyone! We are all getting so excited also!!!!!! The kids and I talk about it all the time. DH is not filled with all our excitement but I think he is ready for a vacation.
Marci loves Hannah Montana also and will love having some many girls around her age to hang out with!! (she is 9)
Trying to remember all the last minute things and trying to read up on everything to expect. This is our first cruise ever so I am a little worried about the motion sickness.
If anyone has found any really great tips or trip reports can you PM me or post them here?
Thanks and looking forward to meeting at the pool!
Ami
We are headed to Disney parks in 19 days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:dance3::banana:

[ldalvarado]

I am finally logging on to the meet thread, even though this cruise has been booked for 14 months. :rotfl:

Hi everyone! My 2 DDs (10 and 7) and I will be on this Wonder trip, our 2nd cruise on DCL, but our first since their father and I divorced.

I would love to meet up with the other families here and have some folks to hang out with.

Someone earlier said we should choose a specific location near the Mickey pool. What about right by where the kids go up the stairs to go the slide? I know my girls will be in the pools for sure as soon as we board and grab lunch. In fact, we will already have our swimsuits on under our clothes!

[dthogue]

Ami,

For motion sickness the one thing that I found that worked for us, was that we started taking the motion sickness pills a day or two before we cruise and take them at night before you go to bed (that way it won't matter if it makes you drowsy). I did this on our last cruise and didn't have any trouble and we had some rough seas during that trip. On our first cruise, I waited til I was feeling sick to take them and it seemed to take a bit for them to work and I missed our first night (spent the evening in my room).

Tammy

[dthogue]

I am finally logging on to the meet thread, even though this cruise has been booked for 14 months. :rotfl:

Hi everyone! My 2 DDs (10 and 7) and I will be on this Wonder trip, our 2nd cruise on DCL, but our first since their father and I divorced.

I would love to meet up with the other families here and have some folks to hang out with.

Someone earlier said we should choose a specific location near the Mickey pool. What about right by where the kids go up the stairs to go the slide? I know my girls will be in the pools for sure as soon as we board and grab lunch. In fact, we will already have our swimsuits on under our clothes!


Welcome to our group - I know we'll be at the pool as well - sounds like a good plan to meet by the slide steps - great landmark!

Let us know if you would like to join the FE exchange - at this point I beleive we have about 41 people in the exchange.

Tammy

[jamdkvan]

Ami,

For motion sickness the one thing that I found that worked for us, was that we started taking the motion sickness pills a day or two before we cruise and take them at night before you go to bed (that way it won't matter if it makes you drowsy). I did this on our last cruise and didn't have any trouble and we had some rough seas during that trip. On our first cruise, I waited til I was feeling sick to take them and it seemed to take a bit for them to work and I missed our first night (spent the evening in my room).

Tammy


That's very helpful! Should I buy a certain brand for the kids? (9, 7, 5?) Thanks Tammy!!!!
Ami

[dthogue]

I buy Bonine and there's dosage information on the package for children 6-12 - you might want to check with your doctor to see what they recommend. My older 2 dd's don't take the pills, but I do give it to my youngest DD since she is prone to car sickness.

Tammy

[Gmilligan]

Got my room assignment. Upgraded to Cat 10 :cool1::cool1:
Room # 2645

[Jenn522]

Hi all! Just popping in to say Hi and hope everyone's getting ready!! We leave dreary New Jersey exactly three weeks from today, which is also my 41st birthday!!! We'll be staying at Pop Century until the cruise. I finally talked my husband into Discovery Cove and I can't wait!!!

I'm not exactly ready for any of this yet. Bought a few things here and there but we all need some clothes that actually fit!! We had a few weird 90 degree days here so I've already been working on the tan! LOL.

Very excited to meet you all. Looks like my DD (11) will have some good company! I'm sure she'll pack some of her "teen" mags... Jo Bros? Zac? Twighlight? They'll have a lot to talk about! :love:

So we're on for the pool at 3 p.m., right? I know this is a dumb question but should we come up with a distinguishing way to find each other? Name tags? OK, dorky. Other ideas?

Anyway, that's all from me! Have a great weekend everyone!

Jenn, Jeff, Julia (11) and Dylan (9 -- next week! Cinco de Mayo!)
Cabin 7556

[44disney]

Hi -- just joining this thread...Tammy (dethouge) spotted me on the main cruise line board and told me about the cruise meet thread. I haven't had a chance to look through all 800 pages of posts (just kidding) but maybe later...

We are a family of 4 -- DD9 (Grayson) and DS12(Spencer), along with myself and my husband David. We fly into Orlando on the 25th and are staying for 3 nights at All Star Sports (and will be at the MK on my 43rd bday, which is the 26th -- bday fastpasses here I come!!!) before we drive to Port Canaveral for the cruise. We will probably arrive around 11am -- we may try to get in a ride on Toy Story Mania before leaving Orlando, or we might not bother.

My DH and I have cruised 5 times, and the kids have cruised twice (both times to Alaska) but none of us have ever been on a Disney cruise. It sounds amazing!!!

It'll be fun to meet! Lisa

[jamdkvan]

I received one set of cruise docs today (actually should receive 2 since we have 2 connecting rooms booked)!:banana: Anyone else get theirs? If not, should be arriving soon via UPS.
We are getting close!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1:cool1:

[sneadae]

We got our cruise docs today too! It was a magical day at our house...we got cruise docs and DVC new member package. One came from UPS and one from Fedex. It was almost like Christmas!

[dthogue]

Jenn and Lisa,

Welcome to our meet thread - so glad you found us and joined in. As you can see we have quite a group going. Its going to be so much fun meeting up with everyone and getting to know each other. I'm especially excited for the kids to meet. I know my daughter always feel better if she has a friend to play with.

Please consider joining our Fish Extender group as well - if you post the name of the adults in your group and the names and ages of your children and your stateroom number, you can be added to the exchange. Should be alot of fun!!

:welcome:
Tammy

[live4christp1]

Hi all! Just popping in to say Hi and hope everyone's getting ready!! We leave dreary New Jersey exactly three weeks from today, which is also my 41st birthday!!! We'll be staying at Pop Century until the cruise. I finally talked my husband into Discovery Cove and I can't wait!!!

I'm not exactly ready for any of this yet. Bought a few things here and there but we all need some clothes that actually fit!! We had a few weird 90 degree days here so I've already been working on the tan! LOL.

Very excited to meet you all. Looks like my DD (11) will have some good company! I'm sure she'll pack some of her "teen" mags... Jo Bros? Zac? Twighlight? They'll have a lot to talk about! :love:

So we're on for the pool at 3 p.m., right? I know this is a dumb question but should we come up with a distinguishing way to find each other? Name tags? OK, dorky. Other ideas?

Anyway, that's all from me! Have a great weekend everyone!

Jenn, Jeff, Julia (11) and Dylan (9 -- next week! Cinco de Mayo!)
Cabin 7556

I'll be wearing a black tee designed by BayouMickey on the Disign board......it has lime green mickey shape out of Tink's pixie dust and has my user name on it. I'll attach a link so if anyone else is interested. Lots of great disigners and all you do is print it on a transfer and iron it on.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2125506

[44disney]

I finally made it through all of the posts and I might be interested in the Fish Extender exchange, but I have a few questions...

Do you get something for everyone in a family or just for the kids, or is a family gift acceptable?

Are the gifts going to be of the relatively simple or the more elaborate variety? I don't think that I'll have time at this point to be too clever!

Is it too late to join?



Also -- on a different topic, we are also from Tennessee (just outside of Nashville), and a message to dthogue--we are staying just down the hall from you!

[basketrn]

Ok all Fish Extenders...I just sent out the most current list with everyone's room numbers on it. If you didn't get it, please let me know.

Unless there are changes, that will be my last update!:goodvibes

What is the plan to meet up again? We are going to try to make it, depending when the DVC gathering is:confused3


Dawn

[dthogue]

Hi all! Just popping in to say Hi and hope everyone's getting ready!! We leave dreary New Jersey exactly three weeks from today, which is also my 41st birthday!!! We'll be staying at Pop Century until the cruise. I finally talked my husband into Discovery Cove and I can't wait!!!

I'm not exactly ready for any of this yet. Bought a few things here and there but we all need some clothes that actually fit!! We had a few weird 90 degree days here so I've already been working on the tan! LOL.

Very excited to meet you all. Looks like my DD (11) will have some good company! I'm sure she'll pack some of her "teen" mags... Jo Bros? Zac? Twighlight? They'll have a lot to talk about! :love:

So we're on for the pool at 3 p.m., right? I know this is a dumb question but should we come up with a distinguishing way to find each other? Name tags? OK, dorky. Other ideas?

Anyway, that's all from me! Have a great weekend everyone!

Jenn, Jeff, Julia (11) and Dylan (9 -- next week! Cinco de Mayo!)
Cabin 7556

Jenn,

We are staying at Pop Century too - although we are only arriving on the 26th. We'll be by the pool on Tuesday, then doing MK on Wednesday. Maybe we'll see you there.

Tammy

[goofydad99]

What is the plan to meet up again? We are going to try to make it, depending when the DVC gathering is:confused3


Dawn

Do you think the gathering is that early? We are supposed to meet by the Mickey pool by the stairs at 3. I want to go to the DVC meet though. Ugh! I don't want to double book us. We plan on taking it easy. I have deliberately not planned any excursions because of it!

[dthogue]

I finally made it through all of the posts and I might be interested in the Fish Extender exchange, but I have a few questions...

Do you get something for everyone in a family or just for the kids, or is a family gift acceptable?

Are the gifts going to be of the relatively simple or the more elaborate variety? I don't think that I'll have time at this point to be too clever!

Is it too late to join?



Also -- on a different topic, we are also from Tennessee (just outside of Nashville), and a message to dthogue--we are staying just down the hall from you!

Lisa,

Howdy neighbor - how cool is that we are next to each other!!

About the FE exchange - I don't think its too late to join, Dawn has gracioulsy been keeping the list for us and she just sent an update out - if you want to join, let her know soon so she can add you. The gifts can be whatever you choose - you can do individual ones or one per family - they can be simple or elaborate, there really is no right or wrong - just a fun way to exchange token gifts - this is a budget trip for us, so our gifts are something local, but not overly expensive. Don't let the cost keep you from the exchange - just have fun with it and do what you can!!

Tammy

[live4christp1]

Hi -- just joining this thread...Tammy (dethouge) spotted me on the main cruise line board and told me about the cruise meet thread. I haven't had a chance to look through all 800 pages of posts (just kidding) but maybe later...

We are a family of 4 -- DD9 (Grayson) and DS12(Spencer), along with myself and my husband David. We fly into Orlando on the 25th and are staying for 3 nights at All Star Sports (and will be at the MK on my 43rd bday, which is the 26th -- bday fastpasses here I come!!!) before we drive to Port Canaveral for the cruise. We will probably arrive around 11am -- we may try to get in a ride on Toy Story Mania before leaving Orlando, or we might not bother.

My DH and I have cruised 5 times, and the kids have cruised twice (both times to Alaska) but none of us have ever been on a Disney cruise. It sounds amazing!!!

It'll be fun to meet! Lisa


Hi Lisa! I'm celebrating my birthday at the MK before the cruise as well. May 27th. I'm thinking of going with the $75 gift card though.

Looks like we have lots of folks (adults & kids) celebrating a birthday!

Can't wait to meet everyone!

Cristy

[live4christp1]

I am finally logging on to the meet thread, even though this cruise has been booked for 14 months. :rotfl:

Hi everyone! My 2 DDs (10 and 7) and I will be on this Wonder trip, our 2nd cruise on DCL, but our first since their father and I divorced.

I would love to meet up with the other families here and have some folks to hang out with.

Someone earlier said we should choose a specific location near the Mickey pool. What about right by where the kids go up the stairs to go the slide? I know my girls will be in the pools for sure as soon as we board and grab lunch. In fact, we will already have our swimsuits on under our clothes!


That sounds like a great place to meet! Can't wait to see everyone on board.

Cristy

[44disney]

Ok all Fish Extenders...I just sent out the most current list with everyone's room numbers on it. If you didn't get it, please let me know.

Unless there are changes, that will be my last update!:goodvibes

What is the plan to meet up again? We are going to try to make it, depending when the DVC gathering is:confused3


Dawn

Hi Dawn,
I'd like to join if it's not too late -- just let me know! Sounds fun! Lisa

[44disney]

Hi Lisa! I'm celebrating my birthday at the MK before the cruise as well. May 27th. I'm thinking of going with the $75 gift card though.

Looks like we have lots of folks (adults & kids) celebrating a birthday!

Can't wait to meet everyone!

Cristy

Happy Birthday to you!!!!

[live4christp1]

Hi Dawn,
I'd like to join if it's not too late -- just let me know! Sounds fun! Lisa

Can you please tell me what your kids favorite characters are?

[44disney]

Can you please tell me what your kids favorite characters are?

Hi Cristy,
Both my kids love Pirates, plus Mickey and Goofy. Unfortunately my DD9 has basically outgrown the princesses. They also both like Si and Am (from "The Aristocats").

Crush is cool, too!

[44disney]

Hi Cristy,
Both my kids love Pirates, plus Mickey and Goofy. Unfortunately my DD9 has basically outgrown the princesses. They also both like Si and Am (from "The Aristocats").

Crush is cool, too!

Oops! Si and Am are from "Lady and the Tramp". Too much trip planning and end of the year school stuff -- my brain is fried! I need a vacation...

[Mickeefan]

Well, I just got the best news.

Disney has upgraded us from an inside (Cat 11) to an outside (Cat 7) with a Navigator's Verandah! Now, I really can't wait.

So, if you have the most updated FE list, please change our stateroom number to 7021. We are Mickeefan: Julie, Nancy & Brent.

I'm going to be sure Basketrn knows about this change, too.

See you all in about 3 weeks!