Cap'n Mickey's Wonderkins**6th Sept 09**

[jns]

:woohoo:The Dis Meet is at 3pm in the Promanade Lounge, Everyone Welcome :woohoo:


:banana: :banana: Roll Call :banana: :banana:

jns Jackie , DH Michael , DS Aidan 18 , DS Micheal 11 Cat 8 , late dining

Retroloco Tina ,DH , DS 5

JustinsMommy07 DH , DS 2

ScotnSteph Stephanie , DD Mariah celebrating her Sweet 16

buckeyelabmom and DH

Shoes99 Michele & Milton Cabin 5013 Two 60+ Disney Lovin' Cruisers. Cat 11,

Bettyann29 Betty(39) and DH, Bruce(43) late dining

timdeeaustin Dee, my DH Tim, and DS Austin turning 4 during the cruise!!main dining Stateroom 6634

Medic953 This will be our first cruise. Me 41 and fiance 33.

mayraguma DH Rafael and my DD Catalina


brennansdisney Leanne, DH and DD12

Floridarogers Jason 35, DW Cathy 40, DD Sydney 12, DS Jordan 9

Valanie



This exchanged is now closed if your details change please let JustinsMommy07 know
Fish Extender Exchange
Jns 7010
JustinsMommy07 7520
buckeyelabmom 8542
Bettyann29 2147
ScotnSteph 1032
timdeeaustin 6634
shoes99 5013
Retroloco 6003
mayraguma 1045

cut-off date for the exchange is the 16th August and gifts per cabin

[Retroloco]

We will be on this cruise also!!!! My DH and DS will be along too. My name is Tina and this will be our 2nd Wonder cruise. We went last September and had a great time. Hope to chat with you soon.

[JustinsMommy07]

Hi!!! We just booked today!!:banana: It will be me,DH and DS who will be 2years old at cruise time. This will be our second Wonder Cruise. Our first was in October 2008.

[Retroloco]

Welcome aboard!!! My DW will be almost 5 by cruise time. Did your DS go with you in October and if he did did he enjoy it? Looking forward to getting to know you.

Tina

[Retroloco]

Sorry I meant DS!!!:lmao:

[JustinsMommy07]

Welcome aboard!!! My DW will be almost 5 by cruise time. Did your DS go with you in October and if he did did he enjoy it? Looking forward to getting to know you.

Tina


Yes he did go with us. I was a little worried about him, but he did great! He loved seeing the characters everywhere. We didn't do too much with him (he was 14 months) he was too young for the club and we didn't want to leave him in the nursery. We usually found a quiet area and let him run around a bit before and after we did something like dinner or a show.That helped alot. The staff was awesome with him. He particularly took a liking to Grace, who was one of the photographers. She seemed to find us everywhere! Needless to say we bought alot of pictures:)

[jns]

Hi JustinsMommy07 and Tina :yay:

Great to have you on board was worrying we would be the only ones

[ScotnSteph]

Just decided to join you. It will be me, Stephanie, and my almost 16 year old DD. We will be celebrating her Sweet 16 which is 9/11.

I have had the September 10th 3 Day booked for a while so we could celebrate on board, but then Disney came out with the free birthday promo. Now we can cruise on the 4 Day and then be at WDW for her actual birthday. She will get in free and I have an AP this year.

I just got our cruise reservations changed and booked our airfare while Airtran was having their sale. We will fly in the 5th and out the 12th. Hoping to get a deal on the Hyatt at MCO for our pre-cruise stay and hoping for a sweet AP rate on property for our two nights post cruise.

I'm excited. This will be my 6th cruise, 2nd on the Wonder, but my daughter's very first. My DH and I have two girls ages 15 and 10. I plan to take them on a mother-daughter trip when they turn 16 and my DH plans to take them on a father-daughter trip when they graduate high school. This is our first of those trips.

[Retroloco]

Hello ScotnSteph and jns!!! What dining will you all have? We are going to have early dining.

[jns]

Hi ScotnSteph
welcome aboard

sounds like a great birthday for your DD

Retroloco we are on the second dining always works out for us
most start a roll call on the first post
please let me know if I've got details wrong

[jns]

anyone want to come up with a good name for our cruise ? or a logo

[ScotnSteph]

Hello ScotnSteph and jns!!! What dining will you all have? We are going to have early dining.

We requested early.

[JustinsMommy07]

anyone want to come up with a good name for our cruise ? or a logo

A name and logo would be great!! I am so bad at that stuff:confused3 I did do magnets and t-shirts for our cruise last October. But I underestimated the time that I needed and was doing alot of it at the last minute and I forgot the magnets at home:( I was soo upset. We also participated in the Fish Extender Exchange and had an awesome time. Even DH, who wasn't into it when I told him about it, was the first to check for goodies!

[jns]

A name and logo would be great!! I am so bad at that stuff:confused3 I did do magnets and t-shirts for our cruise last October. But I underestimated the time that I needed and was doing alot of it at the last minute and I forgot the magnets at home:( I was soo upset. We also participated in the Fish Extender Exchange and had an awesome time. Even DH, who wasn't into it when I told him about it, was the first to check for goodies!

We have done the fish exchange on our last 2 cruise aswell , Great fun :thumbsup2

anyone want to take part in one this cruise

[ScotnSteph]

:banana: :banana: Roll Call :banana: :banana:

jns Jackie , DH Michael , DS Aidan 18 , DS Micheal 11 Cat GTY12

Retroloco Tina ,DH , DS 5

JustinsMommy07 DH , DS 2

ScotnSteph Stephanie , DD celebrating her Sweet 16

If you want to add my DD's name to the roll call you can. Her name is Mariah. I am normally fairly creative, but am drawing a blank for a name. We might be interested in a FE exchange. I have never participated, but have read about them on the boards.

Stephanie

[JustinsMommy07]

We have done the fish exchange on our last 2 cruise aswell , Great fun :thumbsup2

anyone want to take part in one this cruise

We are definitely in for the Fish Extender exchange!! Still trying to come up with a name. It seems like all the good ones are taken!! Oh yea, and we have early dining too!

[jns]

anyone want to take part an Fish Extender exchange for this cruise

OK so far theres me JNS, JustinsMommy07, and maybe ScotnSteph

hopefully more familys will join us nearer the time

[CrystalS]

Don't count me in yet, lol, but I'm trying to get on this cruise, just have to work out the budget and get an okay from DH ;)
It would be me (23), DH (26) and DS (2.5)

[jns]

Don't count me in yet, lol, but I'm trying to get on this cruise, just have to work out the budget and get an okay from DH ;)
It would be me (23), DH (26) and DS (2.5)

you are more then welcome

Just keep working on DH :thumbsup2

[CrystalS]

Aw, I just realized with our current plans, we'd be on the Sept 10th cruise, not this one :( We'd be in WDW from the 6th -10th....

No one's started a sept 10th thread though, I hope we won't be the only ones on it if we get to go!

[Retroloco]

Hello all!!!! We are not sure yet if we are going to participate in the FE. We did on our previous cruise and it was a lot of fun. DH and I haven't discussed it so I will let you guys know when we decide. Have a great day!:thumbsup2

[Retroloco]

Jns,what are your travel plans? Will you guys fly nonstop or have a lot of delays?

[jns]

Jns,what are your travel plans? Will you guys fly nonstop or have a lot of delays?
we are luckly enough to have direct flights from dublin so no stop overs this time , its an 8-9 hour flight
sometimes we stop over in NYC to visit family

[Retroloco]

That's great Jackie. I am sure it is very tiring to have to spend so much time waiting in airports. Will you guys go to Palo brunch or dinner?

[buckeyelabmom]

I'm *hoping* to be on this cruise! I'm planning on keeping it a secret from the hubby so I don't have to get it "approved" by him - hehe. I will be just me (29) and my hubby (34).

[jns]

I'm *hoping* to be on this cruise! I'm planning on keeping it a secret from the hubby so I don't have to get it "approved" by him - hehe. I will be just me (29) and my hubby (34).

Whats how I got DH hooked on cruising too

[buckeyelabmom]

We are officially BOOKED for this cruise :banana::cool1: I am so freaking exciting. I have been dying to cruise for a long time. I did break down and tell my husband though.....I started getting worried that he would want to plan something :)

[ScotnSteph]

We are officially BOOKED for this cruise :banana::cool1: I am so freaking exciting. I have been dying to cruise for a long time. I did break down and tell my husband though.....I started getting worried that he would want to plan something :)

Congratulations!!! That's very exciting. I'm sure you will be hooked on cruising.

[buckeyelabmom]

We'd be interested in the FE exchange if one is started! I've obviously never done it before - but am always reading about how cool it sounds!

[jns]

We'd be interested in the FE exchange if one is started! I've obviously never done it before - but am always reading about how cool it sounds!

I've added you to the roll call
Welcome aboard

anyone come up with a name for our cruise yet !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Fish Extender Exchange
For this I was thinking that one exchange per stateroom what ever day we want too
I know some exchanges do it every day of the cruise , but with all the charges on bags now at airports we will all be trying to travel light
so what do you all think ???????

and are we planning on a Dis meet onboard to get to know each other ???

[shoes99]

We booked this land/sea voyage last year while on the Magic. I just split up the land/sea so that we can pick a deluxe hotel and keep our cat 11 stateroom. Right now I have the land with free dining staying at the new BLT. I'm waiting for AP rates to come out this week so we can possibly change to a better rate or another hotel. Two 60+ Disney Lovin' Cruisers.

[buckeyelabmom]

Well I gave into temptation and switched from this cruise to a 7-night. Have a good trip everyone!

[PenskeSth1]

I just booked this cruise for my kids and myself...This will be our 4th DCL but the first time on the Wonder.

Cruising is Myself Michele (44) DD Tiffany(20) DS Davey (11)

We have a cat 6 and late seating.

We don't plan on doing formal or anything...because DH cant be there we are just going to have fun and lounge around.

I would love to be on the Magic but I figure any cruise is better than NO CRUISE!:-)

[shoes99]

I just booked this cruise for my kids and myself...This will be our 4th DCL but the first time on the Wonder.

Cruising is Myself Michele (44) DD Tiffany(20) DS Davey (11)

We have a cat 6 and late seating.

We don't plan on doing formal or anything...because DH cant be there we are just going to have fun and lounge around.

I would love to be on the Magic but I figure any cruise is better than NO CRUISE!:-)
Hi Nascar Fan. Look for me wearing my NASCAR gear on the ship.
there is a race that weekend.
Atlanta Motor Speedway
Pep Boys Auto 500
TV: ESPN, 7 p.m.
RADIO: PRN
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/2008%20May%20Disney/DSC04906.jpg
Michele

[PenskeSth1]

Hi Nascar Fan. Look for me wearing my NASCAR gear on the ship.
there is a race that weekend.
Atlanta Motor Speedway
Pep Boys Auto 500
TV: ESPN, 7 p.m.
RADIO: PRN


I hope they have it on a tv somewhere! Will be in my nascar attire as well! LOL

[PenskeSth1]

Were thinking about switching over to the 7 night cruise Now!!! Oh decisions decisions!:rotfl:

[Retroloco]

Go for it Michele!! We originally booked a 7 day last year but decided to down grade. As long as I am on the boat I will be happy!

Tina

[PenskeSth1]

Have fun everyone....We have switched to the 7 night eastern Sept 26th!!!:cool1:

[shoes99]

Have fun everyone....We have switched to the 7 night eastern Sept 26th!!!:cool1:

This other "Michele" is disappointed that we won't run into each other to watch NASCAR. Happy that you were able to switch.
We are staying with the 4 nights, since we have booked pre-cruise BLT Standard Studio...
Michele

[Retroloco]

He Everyone! I hope you all had a great week. I am getting very excited about our cruise. I know I haven't posted much and I'm sorry. I really hope we all get to know each other better before we sail. I just read the post on the new menu. Has anyone read the thread that was started about it?

[buckeyelabmom]

Well we are on our 3rd reservation (first two now cancelled :) ) and back on this cruise! We got a really good deal on a 7-night - but my little brother got accepted into the College Program at WDW!! We can't be in Florida and not visit him - so back to the 4-night it is :) I"m ok with that though - this is our first cruise - so a good way to get our feet wet! Now we'll spend 4 nights before at WDW and then cruise.

I haven't really looked at the threads about the menus changing because I'm a pretty picky/plain eater :) I'll be the adult eating off the kids menu.....

I have been thinking about my FE - we have a pretty small group so far - but I'm hoping we'll get some more people! The more I read about it the more it sounds like a nice way to make a great crusie even better.

We have our passports now - my husbands just arrived yesterday. Having both of those is making our trip seem more real!

I've started a list of things I want to remember too.....Any little thing to make the next 3 months go by faster!

[Retroloco]

Hey Buckeyelabmom! Welcome aboard! Is it just you and your husband on the trip?

[bettyann29]

Hi all.. Looks like me, Betty(39) and DH, Bruce(43) will be on this cruise.. just booked it tonight.. :banana:

We will be on Carnival Glory from Aug 29- Sept 5th and then staying at a nearby hotel and treking our way back to the port to get on the Wonder.. We have cruise many many times, but this is our first Disney Cruise.. Im so excited.. :woohoo:..

We were going to originally go to Key West after the first cruise, then changed my mind and thought we were going to WDW for free dining and then looked into prices and we can do this cruise for much less by staying cat 12 vs staying at POFQ..

DH said that he's worried now that once I do this one I will only want to do DCL.. :rotfl: Im budgeting money into this cruise so we can rebook before we get off the ship.. ;)

We requested late dining..

If there is a Dis meet, Id like to meet up with you guys and if there is a FE exchange Im in..

just let me know..

[Retroloco]

Hi Bettyann29! :welcome:I am sure you will enjoy Disney. It will be our 2nd cruise. It will be me, Tina (31), DH(34), and DS(4). We have main dining and are already booked for Palo brunch. Are you going to brunch or dinner? Any excursions planned?

[jns]

sorry I haven't been about much on this thread

was able to book Palo for lunch and dinner yesterday having paid off the balance
dont know what excursions to book yet
was looking at the sagway tours if you book direct with them my DS 11 can do it but with DCL the youngest is 14 they are the same price


OK need to get the roll call up to date ,

anyone come up with a good name / logo yet for this cruise

[bettyann29]

Hi Bettyann29! :welcome:I am sure you will enjoy Disney. It will be our 2nd cruise. It will be me, Tina (31), DH(34), and DS(4). We have main dining and are already booked for Palo brunch. Are you going to brunch or dinner? Any excursions planned?

Hi Tina!! We are super excited to be going on a Disney cruise.. we started cruising in 2001 and our first cruise was going to be a disney cruise but we decided to go with Carnival because we wanted a casino.. we have done many cruises since and I my heart keeps leaning towards Disney..

Not sure yet on the excursions.. we are doing a 7 day Eastern Carib cruise the week before this one and get back on Saturday, Sept 5th and then get on the DCL on Sept 6th.. we are now deciding what we want to do on the first leg of our trip.. we will be in Nassau on that cruise also and Im pretty sure we are going to Blackbeard and will just snorkel and relax on the beach there.. Havent decided yet what we will do when we are there on the DCL.. Now CC, I think we will spend most of our time at the adult part of the beach and just relax.. I think we will do some snorkeling at CC and hoping that there will be some banana boats going while we are there.. Our main goal for this entire trip (both cruises) is to relax.. we both absolutely love snorkeling and love the beaches, so we will probably lean towards that this time..

I think we are going to skip Palos this time.. not 100% sure yet.. if we do it, then we will probably do brunch because since this is our first DCL we dont want to miss any dinners in the regular dining room.. if we dont make it this time, then we will for sure do it on the next go round..

I cant wait to meet everyone..

[jns]

OK updated the roll call , let mr know if I've left anyone out
:banana: :banana: Roll Call :banana: :banana:

jns Jackie , DH Michael , DS Aidan 18 , DS Micheal 11 Cat 11 , late dining

Retroloco Tina ,DH , DS 5

JustinsMommy07 DH , DS 2

ScotnSteph Stephanie , DD Mariah celebrating her Sweet 16

buckeyelabmom and DH

Shoes99 Two 60+ Disney Lovin' Cruisers. Cat 11

Bettyann29 Betty(39) and DH, Bruce(43) late dining


Fish Extender Exchange
Jns
JustinsMommy07,
buckeyelabmom
Bettyann29
maybe ScotnSteph

[jns]

On our last cruise thread we had a question of the week , so we got to know each other before we meet , I'll start

QOTW **What your holiday plans**

as usual there has been a lot of planning for this holiday from me :surfweb: everyone else just goes along with what I decide :laughing::laughing:

We start our trip on the 24th of August by staying at the airport hotel in Dublin landing at bedtime , our flight is at 11am so a nice relazing morning I hope :wizard:
we are flying direct into MCO which is an 8 hour flight hope there is some good movies showing We will be hiring a car at the airport
We are spending our 1st four nights at the Bay Lake Towers in a 1 bedroom standard room a surprize for DS and then moving over to the Beach Club Villas for the rest of the time
Hoping to go to the MNSSHP on the 4th Sept
have a few ADR's booked but planning on eating off site some nights too , we will see
No real plans for the parks we have AP's from last year and just go in and out as we please
Youngest DS wants to go to KSC this time , hopefully we will get to IOA / US this time too , we have the ticket from a few years back but always seem to run out of time to go , This will be our 10th trip to Florida and never been there yet :confused3
We are heading home straight after the cruise got a 6pm flight so have a few hours left of our holiday
So thats about it , all I can do now is wait for the summer to be over to start our trip

so whats eveyones plans ?

[bettyann29]

On our last cruise thread we had a question of the week , so we got to know each other before we meet , I'll start

QOTW **What your holiday plans**

as usual there has been a lot of planning for this holiday from me :surfweb: everyone else just goes along with what I decide :laughing::laughing:

We start our trip on the 24th of August by staying at the airport hotel in Dublin landing at bedtime , our flight is at 11am so a nice relazing morning I hope :wizard:
we are flying direct into MCO which is an 8 hour flight hope there is some good movies showing We will be hiring a car at the airport
We are spending our 1st four nights at the Bay Lake Towers in a 1 bedroom standard room a surprize for DS and then moving over to the Beach Club Villas for the rest of the time
Hoping to go to the MNSSHP on the 4th Sept
have a few ADR's booked but planning on eating off site some nights too , we will see
No real plans for the parks we have AP's from last year and just go in and out as we please
Youngest DS wants to go to KSC this time , hopefully we will get to IOA / US this time too , we have the ticket from a few years back but always seem to run out of time to go , This will be our 10th trip to Florida and never been there yet :confused3
We are heading home straight after the cruise got a 6pm flight so have a few hours left of our holiday
So thats about it , all I can do now is wait for the summer to be over to start our trip

so whats eveyones plans ?

This will definitely help us to get to know each other before the trip.. :goodvibes

Your plans sound wonderful.. How lucky that you get to stay at BayLake Towers..

We have been to Florida many many times and have never made it to US either.. Its a must do for us in the near future..

well heres our plans..

DH is taking Thursday, Aug 27th off.. I will get up and go to work that day.. Im planning on only working 4 hours though.. 6-10 am.. the plan is that our car will be all packed and ready to go on Wednesday evening.. I will take the other car to work that Thursday.. DH will get up and get the cooler together and any other last minute things.. We are hoping to be on the road by 11 am.. we are driving straight thru to Florida, only making the occasional stops.. we will arrive sometime Friday late afternoon.. We are staying at Radisson by the port.. Im sure we will just crash that night.. we will get up Saturday and we head to the port.. We are cruising on Carnival Glory :dance3: We are going to St Thomas, St Maarten and Nassau.. we get back the following Saturday, Sept 5th..

We are leaving our vehicle at the hotel and they will shuttle us to the port so when we get back they will shuttle us back to the hotel.. we are checking in on Sept 5th for another night at Radisson.. Once we are checked in we are going to drive to Downtown Disney so I can do a little shopping.. then hoping to hit the outlets malls out there.. then head to the hotel to wash some laundry and hang out at the awesome looking pool.. then on to bed and will get up early Sunday morning and head to breakfast... then we'll check out and get shuttled to the port to get on the Wonder :yay::yay:

Anyone else?? What are your plans?

[jns]

sounds like a great holiday
How long will it take to drive ?
will love to hear what you think of the 2 different cruises


Come on anyone else like to share

[bettyann29]

sounds like a great holiday
How long will it take to drive ?
will love to hear what you think of the 2 different cruises


Come on anyone else like to share


DH says its about a 19 -20 hour drive.. Everyone I talk to says its not that long, but the last time we drove it was in 2001 and it took about that long.. we only stop for gas, restroom breaks, coffee and to get out and walk around a bit... we plan on taking a cooler with sandwiches like we did last time and bringing drinks, chips and snacks..

We have cruised Carnival many times and absolutely love it.. I have wanted to cruise Disney several times since but the price was just too high.. I was able to get a decent deal on this sailing so I decided to go for it.. Although we will miss the casino, I think we will enjoy everything else about it..

One question I have for anyone that might know.. I asked on the cruise board a few days ago about formal nights and was advised there isnt an actual formal night.. On the other cruiselines generally on one of the formal nights we get lobster.. since there is no "formal night" will we be served lobster any night we are on the cruise?? DH has his fingers crossed for this one.. so I hope you guys have good news.. :rotfl:

[Retroloco]

Hi Bettyann! Wow that is some drive you guys have!!! We will be staying at the Radission also on September 5th. Palo brunch is amazing! I think you should at least consider it. We booked it already. Talk to you soon!

[timdeeaustin]

WE'LL BE THERE:cool1:
I'm so excited, this will be the families first cruise.:cheer2: It will be me (Dee), my DH (Tim), and DS(Austin) turning 4 during the cruise!! We have the main dining and we will be in Stateroom 6634. You can count us in for the FE too. I want to try and make this trip super special. Then maybe I can talk my DH into making this a yearly vacation!!;):

See you all on board:cool1::cool1::cool1:

[jns]

WE'LL BE THERE:cool1:
I'm so excited, this will be the families first cruise.:cheer2: It will be me (Dee), my DH (Tim), and DS(Austin) turning 4 during the cruise!! We have the main dining and we will be in Stateroom 6634. You can count us in for the FE too. I want to try and make this trip super special. Then maybe I can talk my DH into making this a yearly vacation!!;):

See you all on board:cool1::cool1::cool1:

Welcome abaord and welcome to the Dis
I will add you all to the roll call

I got our DCL info pack in the mail today :banana::banana::banana::banana:

[ScotnSteph]

Hi guys,

I can't believe the cruise is so close! I feel like I am just recovering from our 2weeks in WDW in June. It was a great trip - hot, but fun. Our plans for the cruise trip are:

Sept. 5th - Fly from Indy to Orlando, grab a rental car, crash at Marriott Orlando Airport (Priceline - $42)
Sept. 6th - Drive to port, return rental car and BOARD THE WONDER!!! We have a cat. 12 guarantee. Can't wait to get our cabin assignment.
Nassau - We haven't booked an excursion yet, but I think we will probably go to Blue Lagoon and do the Sea Lion Encounter.
Sept. 10th - Sadly, leave the Wonder:-( Rental car back to Orlando. Check into the Radisson Resort Orlando - Celebration (Priceline - $39) We are talking about maybe going to see La Nouba that night???
Sept 11th - MARIAH'S 16th BIRTHDAY - We will go to either MK or HS during the day. Mariah hasn't decided yet. They are both closed that evening for ticketed events, MNSSHP at MK and Night of Joy at HS. We will probably attend Night of Joy.
Sept. 12th - Spend some time at DTD and then fly home that evening.

I can't wait!!!

[shoes99]

We booked this land/sea voyage last year while on the Magic. I just split up the land/sea so that we can pick a deluxe hotel and keep our cat 11 stateroom. Right now I have the land with free dining staying at the new BLT. I'm waiting for AP rates to come out this week so we can possibly change to a better rate or another hotel. Two 60+ Disney Lovin' Cruisers.
I cancelled my free dining at the BLT at the Contemporary and changed it to the 38% discount on deluxe hotels. I also didn't need the two one day passes that I would have had to buy with the free dining package. DH has 7 days left on an old hopper and I just picked up a discounted AP. I applied an old one day ticket plus I used the friends & family discount card, so I paid $369 for an ap that was activated on June 27th. I was passing thru Central Fl on my way to a convention at St. Pete's beach, so I stopped at DTD to buy my AP.
Anyway, was are happy to have a room only discount at BLT prior to our cruise.
I would also like to participate in the fish extender program for our group.
We are on deck 5 in a cat 11 sideways cabin.
Shoes99 (Michele )

[ScotnSteph]

shoes99 - Have you stayed in a cat. 11 sideways cabin before? I stayed in 6511 once. I could find some pics if you want.

[shoes99]

shoes99 - Have you stayed in a cat. 11 sideways cabin before? I stayed in 6511 once. I could find some pics if you want.
Thanks. I've stayed in a cat 11 and a cat 10 SPR but never in a sideways cabin. I'd love some pics. We are in 5013.

[bettyann29]

Hi guys,

I can't believe the cruise is so close! I feel like I am just recovering from our 2weeks in WDW in June. It was a great trip - hot, but fun. Our plans for the cruise trip are:

Sept. 5th - Fly from Indy to Orlando, grab a rental car, crash at Marriott Orlando Airport (Priceline - $42)
Sept. 6th - Drive to port, return rental car and BOARD THE WONDER!!! We have a cat. 12 guarantee. Can't wait to get our cabin assignment.
Nassau - We haven't booked an excursion yet, but I think we will probably go to Blue Lagoon and do the Sea Lion Encounter.
Sept. 10th - Sadly, leave the Wonder:-( Rental car back to Orlando. Check into the Radisson Resort Orlando - Celebration (Priceline - $39) We are talking about maybe going to see La Nouba that night???
Sept 11th - MARIAH'S 16th BIRTHDAY - We will go to either MK or HS during the day. Mariah hasn't decided yet. They are both closed that evening for ticketed events, MNSSHP at MK and Night of Joy at HS. We will probably attend Night of Joy.
Sept. 12th - Spend some time at DTD and then fly home that evening.

I can't wait!!!

What a great 16th birthday! I bet it will be one she will remember always.. Have you done the sea lion encounter before?? I was reading up on this one a little and it looks fun..

[bettyann29]

Hi Bettyann! Wow that is some drive you guys have!!! We will be staying at the Radission also on September 5th. Palo brunch is amazing! I think you should at least consider it. We booked it already. Talk to you soon!

I think the drive is the one thing I am NOT looking forward to.. but I think we will be glad that we'll have our own car with us.. after our 2 cruises we are driving to DMIL for a few days before we head home.. she is about 1 1/2 hours from WDW..

I am starting to lean towards driving 10 hours and then finding a hotel to rest in and then drive the other half on Friday.. we'll still get there in plenty of time on Friday..

WE'LL BE THERE:cool1:
I'm so excited, this will be the families first cruise.:cheer2: It will be me (Dee), my DH (Tim), and DS(Austin) turning 4 during the cruise!! We have the main dining and we will be in Stateroom 6634. You can count us in for the FE too. I want to try and make this trip super special. Then maybe I can talk my DH into making this a yearly vacation!!;):

See you all on board:cool1::cool1::cool1:

Welcome!! Ive been doing some researching on other posts for the FE thing.. Im not very creative so I hope I do ok on this..

I cancelled my free dining at the BLT at the Contemporary and changed it to the 38% discount on deluxe hotels. I also didn't need the two one day passes that I would have had to buy with the free dining package. DH has 7 days left on an old hopper and I just picked up a discounted AP. I applied an old one day ticket plus I used the friends & family discount card, so I paid $369 for an ap that was activated on June 27th. I was passing thru Central Fl on my way to a convention at St. Pete's beach, so I stopped at DTD to buy my AP.
Anyway, was are happy to have a room only discount at BLT prior to our cruise.
I would also like to participate in the fish extender program for our group.
We are on deck 5 in a cat 11 sideways cabin.
Shoes99 (Michele )


Welcome!!

[bettyann29]

Just curious.. how many of you guys are dressing up for pirate night??

Is this something that alot of people do?

[bettyann29]

boy oh boy.. I have sooo many questions.. :rotfl:

I havent been on a disney cruise before but have cruised many times.. just wondering how tempting it is to buy everything in the shops onboard.. :rotfl: I am notorious for spending money at WDW so Im sooo afraid of that spilling over to this cruise.. Im usually pretty good when we go on cruises but with this being a disney cruise.. Im scared..

How much do you typically spend on souvenirs on a disney cruise??

[ScotnSteph]

Thanks. I've stayed in a cat 11 and a cat 10 SPR but never in a sideways cabin. I'd love some pics. We are in 5013.


Here are a few.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2660/3712486167_242f65f9ec_b.jpg


http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2498/3713297206_a68252e56f_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3536/3712484663_4c07022c8d_b.jpg

[shoes99]

thanks for the cat 11 pics.
Lots of folks dress up for pirate night. Here is DH's version, he got the face paint from the kids club and painted his face after dinner but before the party:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/DSC04429.jpg

[ScotnSteph]

While I'm looking at pics from our previous Wonder Cruise, I'll post a few of my favorites.


The Wonder in Nassau
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2610/3713298296_5359d6c26a_b.jpg


The Wonder at Castaway Cay
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3526/3712487495_b82023c992_b.jpg


Castaway Cay
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3476/3713301290_e8cbfe44f3_b.jpg



The Goofy Pool
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2570/3713299656_c35fe8a0d9_b.jpg



Deck 4
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2631/3712488655_c008e9aeaa_b.jpg

Does anyone else have any Wonder pics to share?

[ScotnSteph]

What a great 16th birthday! I bet it will be one she will remember always.. Have you done the sea lion encounter before?? I was reading up on this one a little and it looks fun..

We have no experience with the Sea Lion Encounter, but Blue Lagoon looks like a great place. I have read some good reviews about the encounter.

[jns]

While I'm looking at pics from our previous Wonder Cruise, I'll post a few of my favorites.


The Wonder in Nassau
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2610/3713298296_5359d6c26a_b.jpg


The Wonder at Castaway Cay
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3526/3712487495_b82023c992_b.jpg


Castaway Cay
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3476/3713301290_e8cbfe44f3_b.jpg



The Goofy Pool
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2570/3713299656_c35fe8a0d9_b.jpg



Deck 4
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2631/3712488655_c008e9aeaa_b.jpg

Does anyone else have any Wonder pics to share?

Great photos :thumbsup2 thanks for sharing


Are we planning on a dis meet ?

[jns]

We only wear t stirts and hats last time for the pirates night
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f182/jackiesharkey/cruise%20oct%2008/magic8.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f182/jackiesharkey/cruise%20oct%2008/magic3.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f182/jackiesharkey/cruise%20oct%2008/USAOct08977.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f182/jackiesharkey/cruise%20oct%2008/USAOct08991.jpg

[buckeyelabmom]

OK so I've never done a FE exchange before how do we do this? I'm trying to get things planned and thought out :)

[bettyann29]

OK so I've never done a FE exchange before how do we do this? I'm trying to get things planned and thought out :)

I havent done one before either.. but I did a search on the boards and have found many ideas..

sounds fun..

[JustinsMommy07]

Hey everyone,

Just checking in...haven't been on in a while. I see we have some more Diser's joining us:cool1: Can't believe how time is flying! We are still trying to get our pre-cruise plans in place. Post cruise we are spending a couple of days at the Wilderness Lodge and doing Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. Does anyone have any recommendations for a hotel by the port? Last year we stayed at the Hampton Inn and weren't crazy about it Oh yea...and we just found out we are expecting #2 so no drinks of the day or Conch Coolers for me....guess I will have to live vicariously through DH and the rest of you guys!!:woohoo:

[Retroloco]

Hey guys! Congrats on the pregnancy JunstinsMommy!!!! You must be thrilled. I will be more than happy to drink a Conch Cooler for you.
We stayed at the Radisson last year and will stay there again this year and it was fine. The room was clean, the pool area was really nice, even though we didn't get a chance to enjoy it last year. We got the $99 room this year (doesn't include breakfast) and will be able to park the car there for the cruise. We got the $129 with breakfast included last year and decided it wasn't worth the extra cost. We will pick up something light and cheap for breakfast this time around because you head straight to the buffet as soon as you board the ship. We didn't dress up last year for Pirate Night but DS4 did of course. We haven't decided yet if we will dress up this time. I am going to go try to find some pictures of the Wonder and our FE. It was pretty fun to do the FE. Some of the things we received were:
A pirate handbag
stickers
candy
pencils
bubbles
CD with Disney songs
I am not a creative person at all so I bought an organizer at a craft store and just put stickers and wrote on out FE. I think we had some magnets on it also. Like I said I will try to post some pics. If anyone has any questions I will be more than happy to answer them. Or at least try to. You can ask on here or feel free to PM me. I would love to do a DIS meet if we can! Talk to you soon
Tina

[jns]

Congrats on the pregnancy JunstinsMommy :banana::banana::banana::banana:

[Retroloco]

Great pictures Jackie. Thanks for sharing. We would love to be added to the FE list. Thanks!
Bettyann: We didn't spend hardly anything on souvenirs. My son got to pick out one thing and I bought a few things. Overall we spent maybe $50. They also have photographers around constantly and then you can go view all the pics from the day in a room and you can purchase those also. I don't know how much they were because we didn't buy any.

[bettyann29]

scotnsteph and jns.. great pictures! They are getting me more excited for this trip!!

Justinsmommy-- congrats on the upcoming baby! We are staying at Radison right by the port.. we're actually staying there the week before for 1 night before our Carnival cruise and then we come back from that cruise on Saturday and we are getting picked up by Radison and then staying there that Saturday night before the Disney cruise and leaving our car there during both trips.. I think we got a pretty good deal considering the price we got includes parking during the cruise, shuttle to/from the port and also hot breakfast buffet.. The pool area looks really nice too.. I guess we'll see how it goes since this is our first time there..

Me and DH went down today to get our passports.. I think we'll have them before we leave for Florida.. I know we dont have to have them for this trip, but it'll be nice to finally have them..

I also went down and bought ink for my computer and some paper so that I can check in online and print out stuff for these trips.. I also got a 3 ring binder to put everything into.. I havent had a working printer in several years.. Im too cheap to buy the ink.. :rotfl: The last time I bought ink for it the black ink was around $25 and the color was closer to $30 for the cartridge.. Today the black was $10 and the color was $15!! on top of that Target had a deal if you bought 2 individual HP cartridges you get a $10 giftcard.. so after the giftcard figured in I only paid $15 for both!!! not a bad deal.. I think I'll go back tomorrow and grab another color one and another black one.. :lovestruc

Im thinking about a FE.. Im not very crafty, so I'll have to see what I can come up with..

Hope everyone has a great week!

[JustinsMommy07]

Thanks everyone! I am going to check out the Radisson for the night before the cruise. We are going to get DS, who will be 2, a pirate costume for pirate night and he can wear it to MNSSHP also. We will probably just wear some kind of pirate t-shirts. Last time I got a pirate design from the disigns board and just ironed them onto tees. I also made a ton of magnets for our door and forgot them at home, but let's not open that old wound:laughing: Anyway, I can't believe how close we are to cruise time:banana: Are we going to try to do any meets?

[shoes99]

Here's my favorite Cruise pics:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/DSC04485.jpghttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/DSC04484.jpg]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/DSC04471.jpg
The last pic is our DisBoards Breakfast PJ meet. Lots of fun.

[bettyann29]

shoes 99-- great pictures.. I really like that one in the middle alot.. very neat!!..

justinsmommy- just wanted to mention that I was at Babiesrus the other day and they had out some Halloween costumes already.. they had the cutest pirate one.. I didnt look at the price, but it was adorable!

I cant believe we're getting closer and closer.. I have so much to do over the next 6 weeks, but it'll be worth it to be cruising and relaxing!

[Medic953]

This will be our first cruise. Me 41 and fiance 33.
Can not wait till September.

[bettyann29]

This will be our first cruise. Me 41 and fiance 33.
Can not wait till September.


Welcome Medic953..

Its looking good.. more people onboard!! :banana:

[jns]

This will be our first cruise. Me 41 and fiance 33.
Can not wait till September.

Welcome onboard
and welcome to the dis boards too , great place to meet friends and learn lots about WDW and the DCL
I will add you to the roll call

Well we got an email from our TA DreamsUnlimited to see if we wanted to upgrade from our Cat 11 to a Cat 9 for an extra $149
so of couse I jumped at it and now we have been given an extra upgrade to a Cat 8 for the same money :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:
we are on deck 7 , really really happy

5 week to day we will be walking aroung magic kingdom , can' wait :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:
The count down is really starting to count down now

Ok so we have decided we are havibing a meet
so where and when :confused3

[bettyann29]

Welcome onboard
and welcome to the dis boards too , great place to meet friends and learn lots about WDW and the DCL
I will add you to the roll call

Well we got an email from our TA DreamsUnlimited to see if we wanted to upgrade from our Cat 11 to a Cat 9 for an extra $149
so of couse I jumped at it and now we have been given an extra upgrade to a Cat 8 for the same money :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:
we are on deck 7 , really really happy

5 week to day we will be walking aroung magic kingdom , can' wait :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:
The count down is really starting to count down now

Ok so we have decided we are havibing a meet
so where and when :confused3


Wow thats a nice upgrade for just $149.. Im jealous!!

Another weekend is here and its getting us that much closer.. :banana:

[shoes99]

No upgrade offers for us. We are still in a sideways cat 11 on deck 5.

I ordered door magnets to give out to the fish extenders. They came out pretty nice from Vista Print. I also got the FREE cloth bag, so I could use that as my fish extender handing bag....
Looking forward to meeting everyone and getting the fish extender participating cabin list.
Michele

[bettyann29]

Looking forward to meeting everyone and getting the fish extender participating cabin list.
Michele

Me too! This question is geared to anyone who has done the FE exchange before... When do you start buying for the exchange? I was wanting to get each person the same thing, but realized yesterday that people may get added as the trip gets closer.. Do you just buy some extras in case you need them or if you dont have enough of something just get them something different??

[buckeyelabmom]

Me too! This question is geared to anyone who has done the FE exchange before... When do you start buying for the exchange? I was wanting to get each person the same thing, but realized yesterday that people may get added as the trip gets closer.. Do you just buy some extras in case you need them or if you dont have enough of something just get them something different??


I haven't done this before but as I've been reading some of the other threads to get an idea of what/how they do things! I'm finding that most have a "cut-off" date for FE participation. I think we might want to consider this so we know EXACTLY how many we need to do!

I'm also seeing that people do things several different ways: a) they do 1 gift per CABIN
b) they do 1 gift per PERSON

I've also seen a few groups that do 1 gift per cabin/person per day :scared1: I'd prefer (for space and $$$ issues) if we did only 1 gift (whether it be per person or per cabin) but only once for the cruise. I guess we could also leave this up to the individual participants - everyone is free to do it however they want!

I'm pretty open to how we do this - as I've never done it before :) But I would like to get started soon so I'd love a game plan!

I'm also thinking mine will be personalized so I am wondering if we could get a list of first names(and adult or child designation)?

My head is swarming with info I have read from other threads! I think we should come up with what WE are all comfortable with though! So ideas? Thoughts?

If you haven't noticed I'm a planner/detail person (as most on the DIS seem to be) so this is on my "list" haha

[jns]

I haven't done this before but as I've been reading some of the other threads to get an idea of what/how they do things! I'm finding that most have a "cut-off" date for FE participation. I think we might want to consider this so we know EXACTLY how many we need to do!

I'm also seeing that people do things several different ways: a) they do 1 gift per CABIN
b) they do 1 gift per PERSON

I've also seen a few groups that do 1 gift per cabin/person per day :scared1: I'd prefer (for space and $$$ issues) if we did only 1 gift (whether it be per person or per cabin) but only once for the cruise. I guess we could also leave this up to the individual participants - everyone is free to do it however they want!

I'm pretty open to how we do this - as I've never done it before :) But I would like to get started soon so I'd love a game plan!

I'm also thinking mine will be personalized so I am wondering if we could get a list of first names(and adult or child designation)?

My head is swarming with info I have read from other threads! I think we should come up with what WE are all comfortable with though! So ideas? Thoughts?

If you haven't noticed I'm a planner/detail person (as most on the DIS seem to be) so this is on my "list" haha

I think the cut off date would be a good idea too :thumbsup2 maybe 2 or 3 weeks before we sail
16th Aug is 3 weeks before we cruise or 23rd Aug is 2 weeks before

and I think once round the ship given out gifts is enough ,as it does take up time
as for gifts I vote for one gift per cabin ,
I have a list of everyone on the first page , hopefully I haven't missed anyone :confused3

[shoes99]

Thanks Jackie. I vote for the cut-off date by August 23rd. I would also recommend that you do not put cabin assignments on the first page of your post, but put them in a PM list to FE participants. Any FE participants that get a last minute cabin change should also notify you by PM precruise, or a note on the door if the changes are done at the port.
Our group is still small, so I think we can do a quick meet & greet at the Promenade Lounge around 3PM, or on deck 10 right before the sailaway party.
Michele

[buckeyelabmom]

I have a list of everyone on the first page , hopefully I haven't missed anyone :confused3


Your list is good - just a few of them don't have first names :)

I'd vote for at least 3 weeks before our cruise as the cut off. I'm going to be in Disney for a week before we cruise (and I'm probably not the only one!) - so that would leave a couple weeks before we leave!

I am getting so excited - when I booked so many months ago I didn't think it would EVER get here - but we are getting close!

I think a meet on the 1st day would be good. This is our first cruise so I know we are goign to be busy trying to get everything in!

[bettyann29]

I also vote for August 16th as the cut off.. mainly because we are leaving right after work on August 27th, so if the cut off is the 23rd that only gives me 4 days.. either way is fine though, just let me know cause then I can get started a little early.. I say 1 per cabin is fine too.. we are driving so its no big deal for us, but I know if anyone is flying then space may be an issue for them..

Im so so excited.. Cant wait to do this.. even though Im clueless, so bear that in mind.. :laughing:

Hope everyone has a great week!

[Retroloco]

Please include us in the Fish Extender. On our last cruise, we did one gift per cabin, and it was great fun! We had so much fun last year, and look forward to having more fun this year.

What we did, as the days got closer, was one person took all of the cabin numbers, as you get them for the GTYs, and then emailed a list out the night before they left to come to Port Canaveral.

Who's staying at the Radisson the night before? We are, and was just wondering.

[ScotnSteph]

Does anyone else have a GTY cabin? If so, do you have a cabin assignment yet? We booked a cat. 12 and do not have an assigned room yet. I am hoping we will soon. :)

[bettyann29]

Does anyone else have a GTY cabin? If so, do you have a cabin assignment yet? We booked a cat. 12 and do not have an assigned room yet. I am hoping we will soon. :)


we also have a cat 12 GTY and dont have a cabin assigned yet.. Im on the phone with DCL right now to see if they can tell me anything because I cant find info on their website..

[bettyann29]

just got off the phone with the CM and she said that about 30 days out they start assigning the cabins so she suggested to give it another 2 weeks.

[bettyann29]

Who's staying at the Radisson the night before? We are, and was just wondering.


We are!! Cant wait..

[ScotnSteph]

just got off the phone with the CM and she said that about 30 days out they start assigning the cabins so she suggested to give it another 2 weeks.

Thanks for the information. I know that is sort of the normal time frame, but sometimes people get an assignment earlier or not until they get to the port. I have never done GTY before and I am anxious to see where on the ship we are. I'm excited to see my countdown calendar getting closer!

[jns]

Our group is still small, so I think we can do a quick meet & greet at the Promenade Lounge around 3PM, or on deck 10 right before the sailaway party.
Michele
I vote for the Promenade Lounge around 3PM


What we did, as the days got closer, was one person took all of the cabin numbers, as you get them for the GTYs, and then emailed a list out the night before they left to come to Port Canaveral.

Anyone willing to take this job on , I would but we're in WDW for 2 weeks before and not sure if I'll have the Laptop with me or not

Here is the list so far
Fish Extender Exchange
Jns
JustinsMommy07,
buckeyelabmom
Bettyann29
maybe ScotnSteph
timdeeaustin
shoes99
Retroloco

It looks like everyone is happy with the cut off date at 3 weeks 16th August and gifts per cabin

[mayraguma]

Hi to all of you

Count me in the FE.
We're from Puerto Rico and this will be our 2nd Disney Wonder Cruise. Our first time was on January and we loved it so much that we had to repeat it again.
I'm travelling with my DH (Rafael) and my DD (Catalina) who will be 10 at the time of the cruise.

Hope to get to say hi to all of you!!

[bettyann29]

Hi to all of you

Count me in the FE.
We're from Puerto Rico and this will be our 2nd Disney Wonder Cruise. Our first time was on January and we loved it so much that we had to repeat it again.
I'm travelling with my DH (Rafael) and my DD (Catalina) who will be 10 at the time of the cruise.

Hope to get to say hi to all of you!!


Welcome Mayraguma!!

[jns]

Hi to all of you

Count me in the FE.
We're from Puerto Rico and this will be our 2nd Disney Wonder Cruise. Our first time was on January and we loved it so much that we had to repeat it again.
I'm travelling with my DH (Rafael) and my DD (Catalina) who will be 10 at the time of the cruise.

Hope to get to say hi to all of you!!


Hi and welcome aboard
I've added you to the roll call too

[JustinsMommy07]

I vote for the Promenade Lounge around 3PM


Anyone willing to take this job on , I would but we're in WDW for 2 weeks before and not sure if I'll have the Laptop with me or not

Here is the list so far
Fish Extender Exchange
Jns
JustinsMommy07,
buckeyelabmom
Bettyann29
maybe ScotnSteph
timdeeaustin
shoes99
Retroloco

It looks like everyone is happy with the cut off date at 3 weeks 16th August and gifts per cabin



I can do this if you all want. We aren't leaving until the 4th and we are driving down. I can also print out the room assignments and bring copies to the meet for anyone who doesn't have access to their email if need be. We are up for whatever everyone decides as far as the meet is concerned. We'll also be staying at the Radisson the night before (hopefully) I have to get on that reservation!!! Has anyone thought of a name for the cruise yet??

[Retroloco]

Last cruise, we got our Cabin 12 GTYs almost exactly 30 days out.

Names for the cruise:
Cap'n Mickey's Wonderkins
Pirates of the Promenade
Scalliwagged Wonders
Ahoy Maties
Arrrrrrrrg. Avast ye Wonderkins

Let's see what other folks come up with, then put it to a vote

[JustinsMommy07]

Last cruise, we got our Cabin 12 GTYs almost exactly 30 days out.

Names for the cruise:
Cap'n Mickey's Wonderkins
Pirates of the Promenade
Scalliwagged Wonders
Ahoy Maties
Arrrrrrrrg. Avast ye Wonderkins

Let's see what other folks come up with, then put it to a vote

I like them all!!:banana::banana: My vote is for Cap'n Mickey's Wonderkins. I can see magnet possibilities:woohoo:

[jns]

I like them all!!:banana::banana: My vote is for Cap'n Mickey's Wonderkins. I can see magnet possibilities:woohoo:

I vote for this too :thumbsup2
mybe you can do a logo for us all too

Thanks for taken on the Fish extenders job :woohoo:

I,ve PM you my details

Are many planning on doing up your doors ?

[ScotnSteph]

I like them all!!:banana::banana: My vote is for Cap'n Mickey's Wonderkins. I can see magnet possibilities:woohoo:

Cap'n Mickey's Wonderkins gets my vote too.

[jns]

a quick go at making a logo http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f182/jackiesharkey/CaptainMickeycopy.jpg

[shoes99]

Thanks a great design. Thanks. Any chance you can do a similar, taking out the red background, and maybe making a red boarder instead.
My old printer will go thru a lot of red ink to print the red background.
Just a suggestion.
Michele

[Retroloco]

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk167/sweetbabyofmine/DSC00563.jpg

[jns]

here is the captain Mickeys http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f182/jackiesharkey/CaptainMickey.jpg
don't have a very high quality image of this so don't know how it will print out
please share with us how you get on

[shoes99]

Thanks JNS for the variation. I will work on it tomorrow....
Michele

[ScotnSteph]

We just got our Cat. 12 GTY stateroom assignment. We were upgraded for free to a Cat. 9. We have stateroom #1032 with the double port holes. I'm so excited and I can't wait to tell my DD when she gets home!

[jns]

We just got our Cat. 12 GTY stateroom assignment. We were upgraded for free to a Cat. 9. We have stateroom #1032 with the double port holes. I'm so excited and I can't wait to tell my DD when she gets home!

Great upgrade :thumbsup2

[JustinsMommy07]

We just got our Cat. 12 GTY stateroom assignment. We were upgraded for free to a Cat. 9. We have stateroom #1032 with the double port holes. I'm so excited and I can't wait to tell my DD when she gets home!

Awesome!!!:cool1:

[mayraguma]

We just got our Cat. 12 GTY stateroom assignment. We were upgraded for free to a Cat. 9. We have stateroom #1032 with the double port holes. I'm so excited and I can't wait to tell my DD when she gets home!

Congrats
We're also on a cat 12 GTY and just got stateroom #1045.
Blimey, I would've love a porthole :(

Anyway, we're almost on board and that's what counts.

Can't wait

[bettyann29]

we got our 12 GTY cabin assignment also today.. #2147.. we were upgraded to a Cat 10 Deluxe inside cabin.. Im happy.. :goodvibes

[ScotnSteph]

Congrats
We're also on a cat 12 GTY and just got stateroom #1045.
Blimey, I would've love a porthole :(

Anyway, we're almost on board and that's what counts.

Can't wait

Congratulations! I'm glad to hear we won't be all alone on deck 1. I was hoping all of us 12 GTY's, would get a Cat 9. The split bath will be nice though. I have cruised on DCL one other time and I had a sideways Cat. 11 so I am anxious to see the difference.

[ScotnSteph]

we got our 12 GTY cabin assignment also today.. #2147.. we were upgraded to a Cat 10 Deluxe inside cabin.. Im happy.. :goodvibes

Congratulations!:thumbsup2

[mayraguma]

Congratulations! I'm glad to hear we won't be all alone on deck 1. I was hoping all of us 12 GTY's, would get a Cat 9. The split bath will be nice though. I have cruised on DCL one other time and I had a sideways Cat. 11 so I am anxious to see the difference.

We travelled in January on category 10, and believe me that the split bath is a plus. We didn't have a positive experience from the FE back then because we were the only ones (along with my sister) that were on deck 1, so we got to see how some of the FE guests missed us. I can tell you this because when it was our turn to give out the gifts, we saw some stuff on their FE that wasn't in ours. Also, the Castaway Cay day, when we aboard the ship and were walking through another deck, my daughter was looking at all the goodies that were in the others FE and was expecting some in ours, but to our surprise, when we got to our staterooms, we had nothing.

So, I've always told my daughter that she can have what I can provide her and have raised her not to wait for gifts from anyone; but it sure was a disappointment.

Just had to get it out of my mind- sorry.

[ScotnSteph]

:banana: :banana: Roll Call :banana: :banana:

jns Jackie , DH Michael , DS Aidan 18 , DS Micheal 11 Cat 8 , late dining

Retroloco Tina ,DH , DS 5

JustinsMommy07 DH , DS 2

ScotnSteph Stephanie , DD Mariah celebrating her Sweet 16

buckeyelabmom and DH

Shoes99 Two 60+ Disney Lovin' Cruisers. Cat 11, 5013

Bettyann29 Betty(39) and DH, Bruce(43) late dining

timdeeaustin Dee, my DH Tim, and DS Austin turning 4 during the cruise!!main dining Stateroom 6634

Medic953 This will be our first cruise. Me 41 and fiance 33.

mayraguma DH Rafael and my DD Catalina turning 10 during the cruise!!

Fish Extender Exchange
Jns
JustinsMommy07,
buckeyelabmom
Bettyann29
maybe ScotnSteph
timdeeaustin
shoes99
Retroloco
mayraguma

Jackie - You can take out the maybe for the FE exchange for me. I'm in. Picked out supplies to make a non-traditional fish extender today. Can't wait!

[ScotnSteph]

We travelled in January on category 10, and believe me that the split bath is a plus. We didn't have a positive experience from the FE back then because we were the only ones (along with my sister) that were on deck 1, so we got to see how some of the FE guests missed us. I can tell you this because when it was our turn to give out the gifts, we saw some stuff on their FE that wasn't in ours. Also, the Castaway Cay day, when we aboard the ship and were walking through another deck, my daughter was looking at all the goodies that were in the others FE and was expecting some in ours, but to our surprise, when we got to our staterooms, we had nothing.

So, I've always told my daughter that she can have what I can provide her and have raised her not to wait for gifts from anyone; but it sure was a disappointment.

Just had to get it out of my mind- sorry.

Sorry to hear about your experience. How sad for your DD.:sad2: I hope you plan to give it another shot. I promise not to forget about you! Which day is your DD's birthday? I would like to do something for her that day.

[shoes99]

Here are pics of the cruise magnets I will hand out as part of our fish extender project. I'm having fun figuring what else to include.
You can use these magnets for the outside cabin door...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/magnets.jpg

[JustinsMommy07]

We travelled in January on category 10, and believe me that the split bath is a plus. We didn't have a positive experience from the FE back then because we were the only ones (along with my sister) that were on deck 1, so we got to see how some of the FE guests missed us. I can tell you this because when it was our turn to give out the gifts, we saw some stuff on their FE that wasn't in ours. Also, the Castaway Cay day, when we aboard the ship and were walking through another deck, my daughter was looking at all the goodies that were in the others FE and was expecting some in ours, but to our surprise, when we got to our staterooms, we had nothing.

So, I've always told my daughter that she can have what I can provide her and have raised her not to wait for gifts from anyone; but it sure was a disappointment.

Just had to get it out of my mind- sorry.



I am sorry that happened to you guys. I can only imagine how disappointed your daughter must have been. Not to worry this time! I'm sure we will all make it to your cabin!!!

[JustinsMommy07]

:banana: :banana: Roll Call :banana: :banana:

jns Jackie , DH Michael , DS Aidan 18 , DS Micheal 11 Cat 8 , late dining

Retroloco Tina ,DH , DS 5

JustinsMommy07 DH , DS 2

ScotnSteph Stephanie , DD Mariah celebrating her Sweet 16

buckeyelabmom and DH

Shoes99 Two 60+ Disney Lovin' Cruisers. Cat 11, 5013

Bettyann29 Betty(39) and DH, Bruce(43) late dining

timdeeaustin Dee, my DH Tim, and DS Austin turning 4 during the cruise!!main dining Stateroom 6634

Medic953 This will be our first cruise. Me 41 and fiance 33.

mayraguma DH Rafael and my DD Catalina turning 10 during the cruise!!

Fish Extender Exchange
Jns
JustinsMommy07,
buckeyelabmom
Bettyann29
maybe ScotnSteph
timdeeaustin
shoes99
Retroloco
mayraguma



OK...for everyone that is listed as participating in the FE Exchange....I have everyone's cabin number except for Jns and buckeyelabmom. Could you either pm me with your cabin number or post it? Thanks. And also if there is anyone else that wants to join in?? scotnsteph I have you as participating so no worries:banana: One month and one day to go:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[mayraguma]

Sorry to hear about your experience. How sad for your DD.:sad2: I hope you plan to give it another shot. I promise not to forget about you! Which day is your DD's birthday? I would like to do something for her that day.

Thank you so much
But my DD is turning 10 next Tuesday 8/11; that's why I wrote that she was going to be 10 at the cruise, sorry for the misunderstanding.

[shoes99]

Congratulations! I'm glad to hear we won't be all alone on deck 1. I was hoping all of us 12 GTY's, would get a Cat 9. The split bath will be nice though. I have cruised on DCL one other time and I had a sideways Cat. 11 so I am anxious to see the difference.
We didn't book GTY, we booked a Cat 11 sideways cabin on deck 5.
We are also participating in FE Exchange, so hope everyone finds us on deck 5.
Michele
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/magnets.jpg

[Retroloco]

Hey Everyone!!!! Can't believe it's right around the corner!!! We got bumped up to a Cat 11. We are in 6003.

[JustinsMommy07]

Hey Everyone!!!! Can't believe it's right around the corner!!! We got bumped up to a Cat 11. We are in 6003.

Very Cool!!!!:cool1:

Jns I apologize...I do have your cabin number! Just need buckeyelabmom. Would everyone want me to pm you with a completed list or should I post it? It doesn't matter to me either way I will do whatever is easiest for everyone.

[Retroloco]

I would just edit the main list on the frontpage, then everyone head to WDWInfo (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/cruise-new/cr-deckplans.htm) and make yourself a map with everyone's stateroom. It makes it a lot easier not to miss someone, and easier to orient yourself.

[buckeyelabmom]

Very Cool!!!!:cool1:

Jns I apologize...I do have your cabin number! Just need buckeyelabmom. Would everyone want me to pm you with a completed list or should I post it? It doesn't matter to me either way I will do whatever is easiest for everyone.

Our cabin is 8542!

[jns]

Jackie - You can take out the maybe for the FE exchange for me. I'm in. Picked out supplies to make a non-traditional fish extender today. Can't wait!

OK will do it right away :thumbsup2

anything else we want to be posted on that 1st post
and while I'm at it I'll change the cruise name too

[shoes99]

DH informed me today that wearing a pirate polo is not good enough for Pirate Night, so I went online and found a plus size Caribbean Pirate costume for DH, for $41 including shipping. I ordered from
Costumesupercenter........ (caribbean pirate plus costume). they had a coupon on the website.....not a bad price...
I am so happy that DH is finally giving some input on this cruise that I booked in Sept 2008.... he usually tells me at the last minute that he wants/needs something......

[jns]

Our group is still small, so I think we can do a quick meet & greet at the Promenade Lounge around 3PM, or on deck 10 right before the sailaway party.
Michele


Have we decided on a meeting place and time yet ?

[bettyann29]

went shopping today for items for the FE's.. :banana: I havent done this before so I hope they turn out ok.. Im sure they will, but I always worry about stuff like that..

I like our name!! very cute..

[Retroloco]

Just remember: little bags!!! I messed up last year and tried to be creative and put all the gifts in little boxes and had to stuff them in our cooler to carry them around!:lmao:I got smart this year and got little pirate bags which will be much easier to transport! Congrats to everyone on their upgrades:thumbsup2
Jackie: Thanks for organizing the FE list for us.

[ScotnSteph]

went shopping today for items for the FE's.. :banana: I havent done this before so I hope they turn out ok.. Im sure they will, but I always worry about stuff like that..

I like our name!! very cute..

Me too! It was fun.

[Retroloco]

Thanks Jackie for updating the FE list and putting our name on there!!! Is everyone ok with meeting at 3pm?

[bettyann29]

3 sounds good to me..

[Retroloco]

Have any of you guys booked Palo for brunch?

[shoes99]

We have not booked Palo for brunch, too much food too early in the day.
Meet & Greet at 3PM in the Promanade Lounge is good for us.
Michele & Milton

[Retroloco]

I can't wait! On our first cruise last year most of us actually ended up meeting in the terminal before we boarded. We all wore leis and hung out together! I can't wait to meet everyone.

[ScotnSteph]

Thanks Jackie for updating the FE list and putting our name on there!!! Is everyone ok with meeting at 3pm?

Works for me.

[mayraguma]

I tried booking Palo for brunch but it was all booked :(

3pm is ok with us

[buckeyelabmom]

Have any of you guys booked Palo for brunch?

I stayed up till midnight on the day our book starting (75 days) - so I was able to book brunch!

[jns]

we have palos Dinner booked for the sea day I think
3pm is good for us too
seems the Promanade Lounge is the most favourite
so I'll go ahead and add it to our plans

we are not planning on been to early at port but for anyone planning on been early how will we know each othere

[shoes99]

we have palos Dinner booked for the sea day I think
3pm is good for us too
seems the Promanade Lounge is the most favourite
so I'll go ahead and add it to our plans

we are not planning on been to early at port but for anyone planning on been early how will we know each othere

We are arriving late at 1:30PM, taking DCL bus from WDW. On our previous cruises we wore green leis, or took green mickey heads from Home Depot and put them on our carryon or backpacks. its easy to spot the green.

[bettyann29]

I also tried to book brunch but it was all booked already.. there were some dinner spots avl but I didnt want to do dinner there because since this is our first disney cruise we dont want to miss any of the dinners so it looks like we will have to save that for a future trip..

I went shopping today and found the perfect outfit for one of our formal nights on the Carnival cruise the week before.. also shopped for some more of the FE things.. I think Im almost done with that :banana:

so are we wearing leis or something so we can identify each other if we see each other at the terminal ?

[mayraguma]

Are you going to divide us for the FE delivery between the nights or are we free to deliver them when we want???

We also have late dinner and just hate it.

[jns]

Are you going to divide us for the FE delivery between the nights or are we free to deliver them when we want???

We also have late dinner and just hate it.
I think to deliver when we want to , as we don't really don't know what fun stuff Disney will be doing onboard :confused3 what does everyone else think ?

You might be able to change your dining when you get onboard too

[mayraguma]

I think to deliver when we want to , as we don't really don't know what fun stuff Disney will be doing onboard :confused3 what does everyone else think ?

You might be able to change your dining when you get onboard too

Well, on January we tried to change it with no luck. We received a daily call informing us that there were no openings. The sad thing is that if you look around the restaurants you can see empty tables, I know they're assigned but is kind of rude for people to not show of and leave us eating in the second seating.

I'll try

[shoes99]

To try and request 1st seating, you can try and go in person as soon as you get on the ship. There will be a restaurant manager to talk to about first seating, it will be listed in your navigator as to where to go to make changes, and also to get last minute Palo reservations. It usually works.

[Retroloco]

No set time to deliver the FE gifts. Just surprise us:) If anyone wants to change their seating or try to book Palo, you should be able to go to Route 66 and get that taken of when you board. I just looked at a recent navigator and we will only have about 30 minutes to meet because we have to get ready for the safety drill at 4. Maybe those of us who can (I know the young kiddies might not even make it through dinner!);) could also meet up after dinner that night outside the lounge. Just a thought!

Tina,princess: Steve,:cool2: and Griffin,pirate:

[JustinsMommy07]

Hey everyone!!! Less than a month to go:banana::banana: Our cabin is 7520. Has anyone booked any excursions?? We haven't, but I was reading about the Blue Lagoon beach day( on the disboards) and it looked interesting. The last time we were in Nassau we really didn't do anything except walk around for a bit and get back on the boat. I don't even know if it is too late to book. Did anyone book this or know anything about it?

[ScotnSteph]

Mariah and I will be at Blue Lagoon. We are booked for the 9:30 Sea Lion Encounter. Hoping for a little beach time too.

[jns]

Hey everyone!!! Less than a month to go:banana::banana: Our cabin is 7520. Has anyone booked any excursions?? We haven't, but I was reading about the Blue Lagoon beach day( on the disboards) and it looked interesting. The last time we were in Nassau we really didn't do anything except walk around for a bit and get back on the boat. I don't even know if it is too late to book. Did anyone book this or know anything about it?
looks like we are going to be neighbours

I'm sure there is still time to book some excursions
we didn't book any either
planning on just going to the beach in Nassau


Well the countdown is on
:yay::yay:2 weeks today we will be leaving for the airport to start our holiday:yay::yay:

[Retroloco]

We didn't book any excursions. I think Nassau day we will spend it on the boat. It shouldn't be too late for you to book though. Are you dressing up your son for pirate night?

[JustinsMommy07]

Ok...we made up our minds. No excursions. It will probably be better this trip if we stay on the boat and relax. Yes DS is going to be dressed as a pirate for pirate night. I am currently searching for a costume. Probably going to get him the same one he wore last year. It was lightweight enough so that he didn't get too sweaty! I think it would be cool to dress up, but I know when the time comes I won't feel like it.We will probably wear some kind of pirate t-shirts.pirate:

[jns]

Just done all the on line check in stuff for cruise

got the carhire pre registered too so looks like we are all set

[shoes99]

No excursions for us, but DH, who usually does not participate in our cruise planning, has decided to dress up as a pirate. I purchased a plus size costume online. He is having fun adding accessories.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/2323232327Ffp9353Enu3D32353E3A773E7.jpg

[timdeeaustin]

I can't believe it's so close :cool1::cool1: I can't wait til we leave. We are doing the Blue Lagoon Dolphin Encounter. I booked it through ShoreTrips and save a BUNCH of money:cheer2: I just hope everything works out ok. I bought our gifts for the FE last night, and my mom is making our Fish Extender. Looks like we are ready to go. See yall onboard:banana::banana::banana:

[mayraguma]

No excursions for us, but DH, who usually does not participate in our cruise planning, has decided to dress up as a pirate. I purchased a plus size costume online. He is having fun adding accessories.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/2323232327Ffp9353Enu3D32353E3A773E7.jpg


We're dressing up also; we were planning on purchasing some pirate t-shirts, but sinc ewe're also going to the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party on the 11th, we decided to get the costumes and used them on both nights. On our last cruise there were many people dressed up in pirate costumes and I know is a lot of fun.

Does he know you posted his photo here???

[shoes99]

We're dressing up also; we were planning on purchasing some pirate t-shirts, but sinc ewe're also going to the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party on the 11th, we decided to get the costumes and used them on both nights. On our last cruise there were many people dressed up in pirate costumes and I know is a lot of fun.

Does he know you posted his photo here???

I'm trying to convince him to go to the MNSSHP on Friday 9/7, since we are arriving on Thursday 9/6 and staying pre-cruise at BLT.
No, he doesn't know I posted since he doesn't DIS. This is so out of character for him to ask about dressing up, so I am going with the flow and enjoying his enthusiasm .. Two years ago, on our 7 night Western, he went to the kids club and got face paint. He did his face as a surprise, showing up after dinner for the pirate party.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/DSC04429.jpg

[JustinsMommy07]

ok..I caved...I ordered us pirate costumes!!pirate: We are also doing MNSSHP on the 11th so we can wear them there too!! Of course I have to see what they look like when they come in:rolleyes1, but as of now we will be pirates:thumbsup2

[mayraguma]

ok..I caved...I ordered us pirate costumes!!pirate: We are also doing MNSSHP on the 11th so we can wear them there too!! Of course I have to see what they look like when they come in:rolleyes1, but as of now we will be pirates:thumbsup2

very cool
I've been to this before and is a lot of fun
also although my DD has her pirate costume she wants to go as Belle for the MK party so I'm trying to convince her

[buckeyelabmom]

Just done all the on line check in stuff for cruise

got the carhire pre registered too so looks like we are all set

I just got documents and luggage tags in the mail today - WOOT WOOT :)

Now I did the online stuff too - do I need to print that out and bring it? Does that mean I don't need to fill out the stuff they sent today? I'm confused :)

[bettyann29]

I just got documents and luggage tags in the mail today - WOOT WOOT :)

Now I did the online stuff too - do I need to print that out and bring it? Does that mean I don't need to fill out the stuff they sent today? I'm confused :)

We got ours also today!!

I was wondering the same thing.. this is our first disney cruise and Im clueless..

Is the FE list now complete?? I know the 16th was the deadline so Im assuming its complete.. I was going to work on getting them finished this weekend since we are leaving for Florida next Thursday after work.. :banana:

I am SOOOOO ready for this trip.. Getting everything together..

Hope everyone has a great rest of the week..

[ScotnSteph]

We recieved our documents today too. My online check in is complete. Now to work on magnets and car rentals.

[mayraguma]

I just got documents and luggage tags in the mail today - WOOT WOOT :)

Now I did the online stuff too - do I need to print that out and bring it? Does that mean I don't need to fill out the stuff they sent today? I'm confused :)

Print them and signthem out so the check-in goes on smoothly and faster.

I haven't received my tags yet :(

I'm very excited for this trip

[JustinsMommy07]

We got our documents yesterday too!!!!:cool1::cool1: The UPS website says our pirate costumes should be here today:banana: Now all I have to do is get through a 2nd birthday party for DS this weekend and I will be in cruise mode!!!:woohoo: Can't wait!!! But I am keeping an eye on the weather.

[jns]

I printed them out and signed them
we are getting our Documents delivied to the resort as I was worryed about them not getting here before we leave
I will go ahead and close down the FE on 1st post

[shoes99]

I printed them out and signed them
we are getting our Documents delivied to the resort as I was worryed about them not getting here before we leave
I will go ahead and close down the FE on 1st post
Jackie, have a great trip.
We got our docs today too, but I also did online checkin, so you just need to print the portion online for the signatures.
Our FE cabins are all over the ship, which makes it fun. Im almost finished with mine.
We are not getting to the ship until after 1PM from WDW, so we will meet in at the Promanade Lounge at 3PM just to say HELLO.
Michele

[shoes99]

Just stopped at Michael's Craft Store in Freehold, NJ. Most of their fish extender type gifts are on sale. I got some great pirate stickers, glow sticks and other stuff. Lots of scrapbooking supplies also on sale.
Michele

[timdeeaustin]

Does anyone know which night is Pirate Nightpirate:? I went to the party store yesterday to pick up some things for my husband to wear on pirate night, but now I don't know if he will get to be at the party. He has a massage scheduled on the third night, so I hope pirate night is on the second night.

[shoes99]

Does anyone know which night is Pirate Nightpirate:? I went to the party store yesterday to pick up some things for my husband to wear on pirate night, but now I don't know if he will get to be at the party. He has a massage scheduled on the third night, so I hope pirate night is on the second night.

Pirate night is usually on the 3rd night of the 4 night cruise.
Night 1 Cruise Casual
Night 2 Dress Up
Night 3 Pirate
Night 4 Cruise Casual

http://www.wdwinfo.com/photos/dcl-navigator-4%20day-Mar8/Wonder-navigator-day3.pdf

[Retroloco]

Hey Everyone. Can't believe it's almost time. We have all of our docs printed out and signed so we are ready to go. That part, anyway! :thumbsup2 Thanks for the tip on Michaels, Michele. Jackie I hope you and your family have a safe and wonderful trip. Talk to everyone soon.

[bettyann29]

Pirate night is usually on the 3rd night of the 4 night cruise.
Night 1 Cruise Casual
Night 2 Dress Up
Night 3 Pirate
Night 4 Cruise Casual

http://www.wdwinfo.com/photos/dcl-navigator-4%20day-Mar8/Wonder-navigator-day3.pdf

Can I ask what you mean by dress up on the 2nd night?? Am I right that there is no formal night?? If no formal, than what is dress up considered?? Just wondered if we should bring DH's suit?? Should he wear a tie?? He decided not to bring a tux this trip..

I also went to Michaels today and they have some great things for CHEAP.. I also went by Party City a few weeks ago and got some great Pirates of the Caribbean party favor things for 50 cents a package.. I guess they were clearancing them out..

[shoes99]

Can I ask what you mean by dress up on the 2nd night?? Am I right that there is no formal night?? If no formal, than what is dress up considered?? Just wondered if we should bring DH's suit?? Should he wear a tie?? He decided not to bring a tux this trip..

I also went to Michaels today and they have some great things for CHEAP.. I also went by Party City a few weeks ago and got some great Pirates of the Caribbean party favor things for 50 cents a package.. I guess they were clearancing them out..

On the Wonder, Dress up can be a suit, or just a dress shirt & tie, or even an open collared shirt with dockers.
DH is wearing a dress shirt with tie, no jacket. I am wearing a dark blue sundress.
If you want to take advantage of family portraits, bring a suit..
We are doing a land/sea so to limit our packing, we are not bringing a suit or jacket for DH.
You will see all types of dress on dress-up night. There is no formal night on the Wonder.

[mayraguma]

We are not dressing up
There were all types of clothing, some people were very elegant and others were just casual.
We wore and are going to wear docker style pants and a nice shirt for me and a button shirt for DH.

We just received our pirate costumes today, so we're feeling the cruise already. And the most important thing is that we liked how they fit.

[bettyann29]

OK.. I am completely done shopping for the FE now.. whew.. I have all the kids stuff completly done and put together.. I have the stuff for the cabin gift.. I just need to put together.. Im planning on doing that this coming Sunday.. as Saturday me and DD11 are going to a local waterpark.. Im looking forward to spending the day with just me and her..

Thanks for the info on the dress night.. We just need to decide now if DH wants to bring his suit.. we are driving so its not really a big deal as far as getting it there.. we are going on another cruise the week before this one and go on Wonder the day after the other one ends and he is taking his tux on that cruise and not planning on taking his suit.. I dont know.. he may just not worry about it on this one either as we need it for a wedding the following weekend and if he wears it on the cruise than I will have to get it dry cleaned again as soon as we get home so he'll have it for the wedding.. decisions.. decisions..

I am in stress mode right now.. I have so much to do and so little time as we leave next Thursday and there is so much to do.. the car needs an oil change and needs to be cleaned.. my house needs a good cleaning.. we get home from the Wonder on Sunday, Sept 12th and then fly out for the wedding on Thursday of that week and then Im throwing my niece a baby shower the weekend after that.. so its very busy right now..

Cant wait for these cruises...

[brennansdisney]

Hello Everyone...We just booked last week..myself..husband and our 12yo daughter...we are so very excited!!!!

We would love to join in the fun and meet up with all of you. I am new to Disboards...and have been searching for others on this cruise all week. I'm so glad I finally did. This is our 2nd Disney cruise...we had done a 3 day about 3 years ago. It was not enough time on such a beautiful ship.

In Nassau, I booked Comfort Suites, right next door to the Atlantis, which you are able to use all the amenities at the Atlantis. I got a AAA rate of $140...but with taxes and fees will be about $180. I am very excited to go to the Atlantis we have never been there before.

Hope to be talking to everyone over the next 2 weeks. Leanne:goodvibes

[bettyann29]

Hello Everyone...We just booked last week..myself..husband and our 12yo daughter...we are so very excited!!!!

We would love to join in the fun and meet up with all of you. I am new to Disboards...and have been searching for others on this cruise all week. I'm so glad I finally did. This is our 2nd Disney cruise...we had done a 3 day about 3 years ago. It was not enough time on such a beautiful ship.

In Nassau, I booked Comfort Suites, right next door to the Atlantis, which you are able to use all the amenities at the Atlantis. I got a AAA rate of $140...but with taxes and fees will be about $180. I am very excited to go to the Atlantis we have never been there before.

Hope to be talking to everyone over the next 2 weeks. Leanne:goodvibes

Welcome Leanne!!

We have cruised many times but never on Disney and only did one other 4 day cruise.. I know this will definitely not be long enough for me, but hoping it at least gives me a disney fix :goodvibes

Looking forward to meeting everyone too!

[jns]

Hello Everyone...We just booked last week..myself..husband and our 12yo daughter...we are so very excited!!!!

We would love to join in the fun and meet up with all of you. I am new to Disboards...and have been searching for others on this cruise all week. I'm so glad I finally did. This is our 2nd Disney cruise...we had done a 3 day about 3 years ago. It was not enough time on such a beautiful ship.

In Nassau, I booked Comfort Suites, right next door to the Atlantis, which you are able to use all the amenities at the Atlantis. I got a AAA rate of $140...but with taxes and fees will be about $180. I am very excited to go to the Atlantis we have never been there before.

Hope to be talking to everyone over the next 2 weeks. Leanne:goodvibes

Hi and welcome aboard and welcome to the dis boards too
I'll add you to the roll call and remember we have a met planned for the first day at 3pm in the Promanade Lounge hope to see you there

[mayraguma]

I'm a little concerned.
Does everybody received their boarding documents already?????

We haven't and if my memory doesn't fail me, by this date in January we already had our documents. And we have only received the final receipt.

[shoes99]

I found our old Disboard buttons that I received on a previous Disboard meet a long time ago.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/DSC05337.jpg

[JustinsMommy07]

I'm a little concerned.
Does everybody received their boarding documents already?????

We haven't and if my memory doesn't fail me, by this date in January we already had our documents. And we have only received the final receipt.

We had received our earlier in the week. On our last cruise we were able to track them through UPS. I am drawing a blank on where I got the tracking number, though. DCL could probably provide you with the tracking number if you are worried.

[shoes99]

We had received our earlier in the week. On our last cruise we were able to track them through UPS. I am drawing a blank on where I got the tracking number, though. DCL could probably provide you with the tracking number if you are worried.

I was able to track mine by using the reservation number as the tracking number along with my zip code on the UPS tracking website.
Michele
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About 2 weeks before your cruise follow this UPS link.
http://wwwapps.ups.com/WebTracking/reference?loc=en_US

In the shipping reference put your cruise confirmation #. In the zip code put your zip or if you used a travel agent put their zip.

This will track your documents. It will give you up to date delivery information. If you used a travel agent it will be sent to them and they will have to get it to you. Most of the stuff that is in the pack you can do online ahead of time now.

[bettyann29]

Just have a question regarding the FE's.. Are the items going to be safe to be left in there?? Just wanted to make sure because I havent done this before and I certainly dont want something to go missing before the recipient gets a chance to get it..

[mayraguma]

I think it should be fine, on January, I saw some FE full and some people left stuff in the floor.
So it's just trusting and hoping that no one gets curious and pick up something that is not theirs..

[Retroloco]

Just have a question regarding the FE's.. Are the items going to be safe to be left in there?? Just wanted to make sure because I havent done this before and I certainly dont want something to go missing before the recipient gets a chance to get it..

As long as there aren't any chocolates in your gifts everyone's will be safe from me:rotfl2:Does anyone have any ideas on how to identify each other at the meet? Maybe we could all wear leis? Any suggestion? Seriously all the FE gifts will be fine!!! Has anyone started packing yet?

[shoes99]

As long as there aren't any chocolates in your gifts everyone's will be safe from me:rotfl2:Does anyone have any ideas on how to identify each other at the meet? Maybe we could all wear leis? Any suggestion? Seriously all the FE gifts will be fine!!! Has anyone started packing yet?
I've got buttons for me and DH. Anything green will do.
Michele & Milton
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/DSC05337.jpg

[ScotnSteph]

Mariah and I will have some lime green luggage tags on our carryons.

[Retroloco]

:) Welcome Leanne!!!!
Glad to have you and your family onboard.

[bettyann29]

I think it should be fine, on January, I saw some FE full and some people left stuff in the floor.
So it's just trusting and hoping that no one gets curious and pick up something that is not theirs..

As long as there aren't any chocolates in your gifts everyone's will be safe from me:rotfl2:Does anyone have any ideas on how to identify each other at the meet? Maybe we could all wear leis? Any suggestion? Seriously all the FE gifts will be fine!!! Has anyone started packing yet?

Glad to hear about the FE.. I will definitely leave them then.. I was afraid someone might grab them..

I think me and DH will have on some leis.. I dont think we have anything green.. I'll have to see what I can find..

We are almost packed... :banana: We leave Thursday around 3 as soon as I get off work.. :dance3:

[Retroloco]

Ok. We may do leis also. Betty, I hope you guys have so much fun on your cruise. Is it Carnival you're cruising on?

[ScotnSteph]

Hello Everyone...We just booked last week..myself..husband and our 12yo daughter...we are so very excited!!!!

We would love to join in the fun and meet up with all of you. I am new to Disboards...and have been searching for others on this cruise all week. I'm so glad I finally did. This is our 2nd Disney cruise...we had done a 3 day about 3 years ago. It was not enough time on such a beautiful ship.

In Nassau, I booked Comfort Suites, right next door to the Atlantis, which you are able to use all the amenities at the Atlantis. I got a AAA rate of $140...but with taxes and fees will be about $180. I am very excited to go to the Atlantis we have never been there before.

Hope to be talking to everyone over the next 2 weeks. Leanne:goodvibes

Welcome, Leanne and family!!! Atlantis sounds like fun. I know we have already closed our FE exchange, but if you want to post or pm me your room number I have a few extra goodies that may make their way to your cabin:goodvibes

Stephanie

[bettyann29]

Ok. We may do leis also. Betty, I hope you guys have so much fun on your cruise. Is it Carnival you're cruising on?

I think I will run by PartyCity tomorrow after work.. I saw the leis for 50 cents each..

Yes.. we are going on Carnival Glory.. Eastern Caribbean.. We've mainly done Western itenerary, except last year we did do Eastern, so this is ony our second time.. So excited because we decided to do a balcony room on the Carnival cruise..

Welcome, Leanne and family!!! Atlantis sounds like fun. I know we have already closed our FE exchange, but if you want to post or pm me your room number I have a few extra goodies that may make their way to your cabin:goodvibes

Stephanie

Leanne.. If you wouldnt mind posting it or maybe pming me also.. I may have a little something I can leave also..

Thanks..

[floridarogers]

Hello everyone!! Late joiner to the Sept 6th cruise thread - we actually just booked less than 2 weeks ago. This will be our family's second Disney Cruise. Me 35, DW Cathy 40, DD Sydney 12, DS Jordan 9. Looking forward to a great vacation!

Jason

[bettyann29]

Hello everyone!! Late joiner to the Sept 6th cruise thread - we actually just booked less than 2 weeks ago. This will be our family's second Disney Cruise. Me 35, DW Cathy 40, DD Sydney 12, DS Jordan 9. Looking forward to a great vacation!

Jason

Welcome Jason, Cathy, Sydney and Jordan!! Never too late!!

[brennansdisney]

Thank so much for the warm welcome....so excited for the trip!:cool1:

I think our cabin is 2074....that's what it on the DCL web..but I guess that could change because we booked a guarantee.

Also welcome aboard Floridarogers....we also just booked recently. Great to hear you have a 12yo daughter. Our daughter
is 12 and I want her to meet kids early and have a great time.
I went online to DCL and registered her for the castaway club. I think we will check it out early on boarding day.

I think I have some lime green ribbon to put on our carry-on's.

See you guys real soon!!!!! Leanne:yay: ps...love those little guys on the right

[mayraguma]

I don't know the rest of you guys, but I wouldn't mind adding to the FE the 2 new families that just joined us.

Please don't be mad at me for posting, I am just suggesting it.

Either way, if you can PM me with your rooms #, I would me more than happy to add you to my FE list.

[floridarogers]

Leanne - your daughter will definitely make new friends quickly. When we went three years ago I think my daughter made 3 the first day and then they tried to coordinate times when they'd meet (since she didn't stay in the club all day). I had been doing some research and we were thinking about doing the Comfort Suites thing in Nassau as well. We don't have AAA, but its only $20 more without it...still WAAAAY cheaper than the DCL excursion price even with taxi and lunch added. I've got DW checking out the Atlantis website now to see if we want to spring for it or just enjoy the ship that day.

mayraguma - What is the fish exchange (FE) I keep reading about? Is it a DIS thing? Do I need to prepare somehow? Anything to make the cruise unique for the kids would be cool. I know I have a couple of other surprises planned for them including some door decorations I'm working on (which I didn't know about last cruise!)

The kids are WAY excited. Today was the first day of school for the kids but after they got done telling me about their day, I still got a "we can't wait for the cruise" :banana:

[ScotnSteph]

I don't know the rest of you guys, but I wouldn't mind adding to the FE the 2 new families that just joined us.

Please don't be mad at me for posting, I am just suggesting it.

Either way, if you can PM me with your rooms #, I would me more than happy to add you to my FE list.

I am willing to add them to my list. I intentionally have a few extra gifts just for that reason, but I do know we set a deadline so that people would have a final count at an earlier date. I don't want anyone to feel that they have to.

[valanie]

Greetings everyone! Just wanted to say Hi and introduce myself. This is my very first cruise and I'm so excited! But I am also a bit nervous as I'll be travelling solo. Hope to make lots of friends and meet other Disneyphiles!
Strangely enough, I recognize Steph (ScotnSteph) from a couple of videos that i found when i was researching the cabins on board. That is so cool. Thanks for the great info! toodles :flower3:

[shoes99]

Originally Posted by mayraguma
I don't know the rest of you guys, but I wouldn't mind adding to the FE the 2 new families that just joined us.

Please don't be mad at me for posting, I am just suggesting it.

Either way, if you can PM me with your rooms #, I would me more than happy to add you to my FE list.
************************************************** ****
I am willing to add them to my list. I intentionally have a few extra gifts just for that reason, but I do know we set a deadline so that people would have a final count at an earlier date. I don't want anyone to feel that they have to.
************************************************** *******
I can do an additional FE for the new families, its ok with me.

[ScotnSteph]

Greetings everyone! Just wanted to say Hi and introduce myself. This is my very first cruise and I'm so excited! But I am also a bit nervous as I'll be travelling solo. Hope to make lots of friends and meet other Disneyphiles!
Strangely enough, I recognize Steph (ScotnSteph) from a couple of videos that i found when i was researching the cabins on board. That is so cool. Thanks for the great info! toodles :flower3:

Hello and welcome!!! I hope you will join us for our DIS meet. That's so funny that you have watched my videos. Small world. I look forward to meeting you and hearing about your solo experience. I almost booked a solo cruise last year, but in the end a friend joined me. I would love to go solo sometime.

[JustinsMommy07]

Originally Posted by mayraguma
I don't know the rest of you guys, but I wouldn't mind adding to the FE the 2 new families that just joined us.

Please don't be mad at me for posting, I am just suggesting it.

Either way, if you can PM me with your rooms #, I would me more than happy to add you to my FE list.
************************************************** ****
I am willing to add them to my list. I intentionally have a few extra gifts just for that reason, but I do know we set a deadline so that people would have a final count at an earlier date. I don't want anyone to feel that they have to.
************************************************** *******
I can do an additional FE for the new families, its ok with me.



I am ok with this too!!!

[valanie]

Thank you all so much for welcoming me. I can't wait to meet everyone! :cutie:

[brennansdisney]

Thank you guys for adding us to the FE...we would love to participate...Thanks!

Any ideas for a quick fish extender? Don't have one...and we don't have much time!!!! I know what to get as little gifts...do you put names or anything on them? wrap? Might sound silly...but I haven't done this before.

Sounds like fun!!!! Can't wait!!!

One week from right now we will be landing in Orlando airport!!! Mickey..here we come!!!

See everyone soon! Leanne

[floridarogers]

I'm in the same boat as Leanne (no pun intended) and could use some ideas for a quick fish extender.

We're in 7574 for anyone that is willing to add us. Thanks! :goodvibes

[ScotnSteph]

I wanted to participate in the FE exchange, but I don't sew. I looked at ebay and didn't see anything I would want to buy so I put my scrapbooking skills to work. I visited my local craft store, Hobby Lobby, and gathered some items. I used a metal purse shape as my base and applied scrapbooking paper with Modge Podge and decorated with stickers and ribbon. It was a lot of fun to do.

So now I proudly present my non-traditional Fish Extenders....

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3484/3858637721_45da267853.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3495/3859425764_1114d56c8f.jpg

Now I have to figure out how to hang these from the fish or I may just use magnets and hang them from our cabin door. I was thinking my DD's would be cute in her locker this year at school.

Some other ideas I have seen or thought about:

Get canvas bags from a craft store or even Walmart and decorate them up. They have a variety of styles and sizes of bags. You could even take some of the great ideas from the magnet threads and make an iron on to apply to a bag.

Even simpler would be to use gift bags and decorate with Disney stickers.

How about hanging office files?

I hope these ideas get you thinking. I literally just walked around Hobby Lobby looking for something to pop out at me. The little metal purses were on clearance for $1.12 and I couldn't pass them up. What could be more appropriate for a Mother Daughter Sweet 16 Cruise?

[shoes99]

MY Fe is homemade, here is the bag I made online, and will hang from the fish extender....
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/DSC05339.jpg
You will each also get a magnet that I also made on vistaprint:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/Shoes99/magnets.jpg

[buckeyelabmom]

I am ok with this too!!!

I'm fine with this too - just need first names for any of the new people who would like to participate! I've sent a couple PMs - but I don't want to miss anybody....

Thanks :)
Erin

[jns]

we are here at the BLT
and what a place
we spent the morning at MK
not to sure what the plans are for the rest of the day

I can add you on to our FE too


Welcome to all the new cruises
think I've got you all added

[ScotnSteph]

we are here at the BLT
and what a place
we spent the morning at MK
not to sure what the plans are for the rest of the day

I can add you on to our FE too


Welcome to all the new cruises
think I've got you all added

Enjoy your time at WDW!!! See you soon.

[buckeyelabmom]

we are here at the BLT
and what a place
we spent the morning at MK
not to sure what the plans are for the rest of the day

I can add you on to our FE too


Welcome to all the new cruises
think I've got you all added

We *just* switched our reservations to BLT! We aren't DVC so it will be a cash reservation - we got a studio - standard view. We are VERY excited. We arrive a week from today!

[shoes99]

We *just* switched our reservations to BLT! We aren't DVC so it will be a cash reservation - we got a studio - standard view. We are VERY excited. We arrive a week from today!
Wow, we will see you there. We are also going to BLT on a cash reservation next week. We arrive Thursday 9/3 and are also staying at a BLT standard studio. We paid for DCL bus transfers to the cruise for Sunday 9/6.
See you there.
Michele & Milton

[buckeyelabmom]

Wow, we will see you there. We are also going to BLT on a cash reservation next week. We arrive Thursday 9/3 and are also staying at a BLT standard studio. We paid for DCL bus transfers to the cruise for Sunday 9/6.
See you there.
Michele & Milton

Very cool! My little brother is there doing the college program so he keeps calling the reservation # for cast members to see what they have a good discount on! We started out staying at Port Orleans-French Quarter. That is where my brother works though - so he wanted somewhere different - we switched to Animal Kingdom Lodge. Then early this week he called and found a pretty good deal on BLT - so we went for it! My hubby has been wanting to stay there - and we have never stayed in a vacation club property before! Hopefully he doesn't change it again before next week - haha!

[mayraguma]

For my FE I bought 3 small craft bags in walmart. They are the ones they sell for you to customize, they usually are canvas and a cream color, but these I found were a black colored package. I bought inexpensive fabric and sew them together. You'll get to see them as pictured, since I'm not making another one. Hope you like it.

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j186/mayraguma/IMG_0389.jpg

[bettyann29]

Hello all.. Im running around crazy right now trying to get all the last minute things done as we leave tomorrow as soon as I get off at 2:30..

brennansdisney and floridarogers-- I can add you guys to the FE exchange.. I may have to adlib a little as I had already done the shopping, but dont worry -- I'll get it done as we have a day in Florida before the cruise that I can finish up there..

Im hoping you guys will both be at the meet at 3 so I can reverify your cabin #'s as not sure if I will have internet before I get on the cruise next weekend.. I may be able to check back here before we go.. so hoping you guys will be there so I can make sure I go to the right place..

I hope everyone has a great trip down to Florida and stay safe!! We will see everyone at the meet at 3 pm!! Cant wait...

[ScotnSteph]

Have a great trip. See you on the ship!

[brennansdisney]

Bettyanne...Have a safe trip..see you soon...we'll be at the 3pm meet...Leanne

[Retroloco]

Have a great trip, Bettyann. See you next Sunday.

[jns]

the BLT are great
we are in a standard 1 bedroom we are on the 2nd floor over looking the contempory
we are leaving tomorrow for the beach club
we had breakfast with pooh and friends this morning and after a few hours in MK we spent the rest of the afternoon chilling out at the pool
trying to decide what to do this evening

I have just remembered I forgot to pack my fish extender
will put something out side the door and have no door signs with me either

will someone update the rooms for the FE nearer the cruise

[bettyann29]

Thanks guys!!

We made it to Radisson today.. It is absolutely beautiful!! We got a suite room and its worth every penny!! We even have a jacuzzi tub in the bedroom!! I took pictures and will post once we get home..

We were just about at the hotel and we saw a crowd of people stopping on the side of the road and gathering at the water, so we of course stopped to see what was going on.. there were bunches of manatees right there at the edge of the water.. I bet there were 20-30 of them!! so so cool.. of course I got pictures..

we are excited that the shuttle might take off tonight.. we are setting the alarm and will be outside with the video camera, hoping that it happens so we can see it!!

see you guys!

[ScotnSteph]

Thanks guys!!

We made it to Radisson today.. It is absolutely beautiful!! We got a suite room and its worth every penny!! We even have a jacuzzi tub in the bedroom!! I took pictures and will post once we get home..

We were just about at the hotel and we saw a crowd of people stopping on the side of the road and gathering at the water, so we of course stopped to see what was going on.. there were bunches of manatees right there at the edge of the water.. I bet there were 20-30 of them!! so so cool.. of course I got pictures..

we are excited that the shuttle might take off tonight.. we are setting the alarm and will be outside with the video camera, hoping that it happens so we can see it!!

see you guys!

OMG! You gave me the biggest scare. LOL! I was reading your post and you said Radisson and I was thinking Orlando. Mariah and I are staying at the Radisson in Celebration after our cruise. I thought you might be tallking about that one and I was so glad to hear it was absolutely beautiful. Then you talked about the manatees and space shuttle and I realized you were iat the Radisson at the Port. And I thought why would you be in Cocoa Beach so early? We don't cruise for another week. It was then that the panic set in. I thought Holy Crap I'm a week off. I'm going to miss my cruise. That lasted about 3 seconds and then I remembered you were doing another cruise before getting on the Wonder. Whew!!! I'm so glad I'm not going to miss my cruise. I think my heart just started beating again. LOL!

Enjoy your FIRST cruise!

[bettyann29]

OMG! You gave me the biggest scare. LOL! I was reading your post and you said Radisson and I was thinking Orlando. Mariah and I are staying at the Radisson in Celebration after our cruise. I thought you might be tallking about that one and I was so glad to hear it was absolutely beautiful. Then you talked about the manatees and space shuttle and I realized you were iat the Radisson at the Port. And I thought why would you be in Cocoa Beach so early? We don't cruise for another week. It was then that the panic set in. I thought Holy Crap I'm a week off. I'm going to miss my cruise. That lasted about 3 seconds and then I remembered you were doing another cruise before getting on the Wonder. Whew!!! I'm so glad I'm not going to miss my cruise. I think my heart just started beating again. LOL!

Enjoy your FIRST cruise!

OMG that is hilarious!!! Im so sorry to give you a scare.. but thats funny :lmao::rotfl::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[bettyann29]

I was able to download some pictures and thought Id share them with you guys.. I think we are gonna buy some internet time while on the carnival cruise and maybe even the disney cruise and I might do a trip report live.. havent completely decided yet.. but in the meantime heres some pictures from today in Port Canaveral..

heres the manatees I was talking about..

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/105_0028.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/105_0033.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/105_0030.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/105_0034.jpg

[bettyann29]

heres some of the hotel room.. we have a king suite with jacuzzi tub..

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/105_0038.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/105_0040.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/105_0041.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/105_0044.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/105_0037.jpg

[bettyann29]

heres a few we saw of a RCCL ship today- taken from the hotel parking lot-- cant wait til it is light outside and we can see Disney Magic and our Carnival Glory sitting out there..

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/100_0047.jpg

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/100_0048.jpg

and a few of the shuttle launch taken right around midnight.. the quality is horrible but you can see how it just lit up the sky.. it was awesome!! there were people out here everywhere watching it.. afterwards we drove down to Dunkin Donuts and there were people everywhere.. they must have come from all over..

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/100_0050.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/100_0057.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a328/bettyann29/Florida%202009/100_0054.jpg

[mayraguma]

Bettyann and family and Jackie and family

Hope you enjoy the first part of your trip!

See you at the cruise on Sunday. We'll be arriving Saturday.

[Retroloco]

Thanks so much for posting those pictures. Your room looks so nice!! We are staying there also on Saturday night. I am glad you guys got to see the shuttle. I'll bet it was amazing. Have a great time on your cruise!:)

[Retroloco]

I hope you and your family are having a great time in WDW. See you guys on Sunday.

[shoes99]

I went to book a dummy cabin for our cruise on dcl and only cat 9 thru 4 are available. Looks like all 12, 11 and 10's are gone.
I booked a cat 11 with a cabin assignment 11 months ago, and am still in the same sideways cabin on deck 5.
Looking forwarded to seeing everyone next Sunday.
Michele & Milton

[mayraguma]

I am soooooo excited for our trip
I'm already on countdown mood

Got my FE gifts ready
Comfort Suites to use Atlantis facilities-done
Will snorkel on Castaway Cay and then just relax where ever...
Couldn't book Palo for the brunch :( :(

I'm starting vacation on Friday so I can relax before the trip. So, we only need to pack and we're ready to go

[brennansdisney]

We are soooo excited too!!!! We are arriving in Orlando on Wednesday....then the cruise on Sunday!!! Can't wait....so you and your daughter are doing the Atlantis? Can't wait to go to the Atlantis....looks really cool...We are going too...:rotfl:

Just made our fish extender...thank goodness for glue guns...also did some decorations for the door.....:cool1:

OK everyone....everyone packed?? Don't forget the sunscreen!!! See everyone Sunday!!!!:cheer2:

[mayraguma]

We are soooo excited too!!!! We are arriving in Orlando on Wednesday....then the cruise on Sunday!!! Can't wait....so you and your daughter are doing the Atlantis? Can't wait to go to the Atlantis....looks really cool...We are going too...:rotfl:

Just made our fish extender...thank goodness for glue guns...also did some decorations for the door.....:cool1:

OK everyone....everyone packed?? Don't forget the sunscreen!!! See everyone Sunday!!!!:cheer2:

We're doing Atlantis, hopefully it doesn't rain... On January the weather was awful so we're hoping for sunny Monday and Tuesday!

Have a nice and safe trip

[shoes99]

OK, this is not what we need, I guess we have to track Tropical Storm Erika:


http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/204712.shtml?5-daynl#contents

[mayraguma]

OK, this is not what we need, I guess we have to track Tropical Storm Erika:


http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/204712.shtml?5-daynl#contents

Fingers crossed
Blessings are being made
We just hope that it just moves to the north

[jns]

JUST A QUICK REMAINDER

:woohoo:The Dis Meet is at 3pm in the Promanade Lounge, Everyone Welcome :woohoo:






This exchanged is now closed if your details change please let JustinsMommy07 know
Fish Extender Exchange
Jns 7010
JustinsMommy07 7520
buckeyelabmom 8542
Bettyann29 2147
ScotnSteph 1032
timdeeaustin 6634
shoes99 5013
Retroloco 6003
mayraguma 1045

anyones details changed ince I last update this list and will the new families please add there details

[JustinsMommy07]

OK, this is not what we need, I guess we have to track Tropical Storm Erika:


http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/204712.shtml?5-daynl#contents


That figures:confused3 Oh well...can't control it..I'm sure Disney has a contingency plan (hope it's good) Anyway, I have been hanging out on the disign board too long...I am now attempting to make Justin an autograph book for the cruise...yes with 4 days left:scared1: what is wrong with me??? We aren't even packed!! One more day of work for me so I have most of the day Thursday to complete things. Can't wait to see you all!! Safe trip to everyone:grouphug:

[JustinsMommy07]

Here's what I have for the FE...the new families are in bold...let me know if it's incorrect

Fish Extender Exchange
Jns 7010
JustinsMommy07 7520
buckeyelabmom 8542
Bettyann29 2147
ScotnSteph 1032
timdeeaustin 6634
shoes99 5013
Retroloco 6003
mayraguma 1045
Brennansdisney 2074
floridarogers 7574

[mayraguma]

Since you know we live in San Juan, Puerto Rico, I'm going to share with you that we're VERY worried, We're on storm watch...

Again I hope this storm disintegrates so we can all enjoy our expected cruise

[timdeeaustin]

I knew it was too much to expect to have perfect weather. :sad: Fingers crossed that it doesn't effect us too bad. I'm sure Disney will take great care of us. Everyone please be safe traveling. I can't wait for Sunday.

[mayraguma]

First we have to be able to get out of Puerto Rico...
I know we will be there Saturday around 5-6pm

Keep praying

[JustinsMommy07]

First we have to be able to get out of Puerto Rico...
I know we will be there Saturday around 5-6pm

Keep praying

I have been checking in on the weather channel..it seems the system may be falling apart. They are saying heavy rain for Puerto Rico...not as bad as it could be, but we will say a prayer for you guys. Safe travels.

[mayraguma]

Very good news, Erika is disintigrating (is it written right?)

Woohoo

[Retroloco]

Safe trip everyone! See you guys tomorrow!

[jns]

see u all tomorrow at 3pm
save trip everyone

[bettyann29]

I figure everyone is on their way already but wanted to check in.. we are finishing getting our bags together.. we got in today from Carnival Glory.. we had a good time, but there were many things that have changed with Carnival since we cruised last February and were a little disappointed.. I'll do a report on both trips when we return.. really looking forward to the disney cruise so I can see the differences..

On Glory we were supposed to go to St Maarten but were deverted because of Tropical Storm Erika.. we got to go to Grand Turk instead.. we got to stay in St Thomas until around 11 or 12 the night that we were there.. it was wonderful!! we went up to Paradise Point and got to see the sunset from up there and ate some nachos and had a few drinks.. then afterwards we went back to the ship and ordered room service and ate dinner on our balcony..

When we got back today we were disappointed with Radissons pickup.. we got our bags and a radisson bus was picking up people.. we stood there for almost an hour before another one finally came around.. lets just say I got burned sitting out there in the sun.. :sad2:

well off to bed so we can be up bright and early..

[bettyann29]

We got off the boat earlier today and are now at my DMIL's house for a few days before heading home..

so sorry that I didnt get to the meet.. by the time I realized what time it was it was too late.. we enjoyed all the FE gifts though and I wanted to thank you guys.. also Timdeeaustin.. I think you guys were coming down the hallway right after we delivered yours.. and retroloco, it was nice meeting you and your husband..

Once I get home I will do a Trip report.. this was our 11th cruise total, but our first disney cruise and I have to say we are IMPRESSED.. and totally hoooked!! We WILL be cruising again and filled out a request while onboard and waiting for a call back this coming week with the quote.. looks like it will be over Thanksgiving next year and then we are planning a few days at WDW afterwards so we can enjoy the Christmas decorations..

It was an absolute blast and we didnt nearly get to everything we wanted to..

Hope everyone enjoyed the gifts and had a great cruise!

[shoes99]

Milton and Michele are home from the airport and back in New Jersey. It is raining here. Did you get the heavy rain as you were getting off the ship. It poured around 8:30AM, but about time we got to Budget Rental Car it cleared up. We drove to Wide World of Sports to visit with friends that work there, then we went to Disney Hollywood Studios for 2 hours before we headed back to MCO for our 3:20 PM flight home. We went on Toy Story and it was only a 30 minute wait.
We really enjoyed participating in the Fish Extender gift program. The gifts were great. We were glad that you found our little out of the way cabin on deck 5, 5013.
DH Milton is still grinning from ear to ear that we won $300 in bingo games. He made a face when I spent $$$ on the electronic wifi bingo, but he sure had fun yelling out BINGO twice in the week.
More to follow..
Michele

[ScotnSteph]

Mariah and I arrived home late last night. We had a wonderful trip, but are so sorry we missed you all at the DISmeet. Mariah and I had quite an ordeal and did not board until everyone was finishing up with the muster drill. You can read all about it here, but grab a tissue first.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=33561958#post33561958

We were so sad when we thought we wouldn't be able to sail. I thought of all the FE gifts and magnets that wouldn't be used:( It made it all the sweeter when our first FE gifts started arriving. Thank you to everyone. I couldn't believe all the wonderful gifts and creativity of you all.