Yo-ho-ho, sailin, sailin, 3 night Wonder on 12/17/09

[dceks cruisers]

Sailin, sailin, me thinks so! We'll enjoy Christmas Buccaneering & merrymaking. Map yer course on 12/17 fer the Wonder. We be planning a meeting fer a swashbuckling meetin' and greetin' with fun and sun, so come one, come all. Say “Aye” if ye be attendin'. Those ye dare…shalt be there… (If not, then walk the plank!)”.

Arr ye ready to embark on a piratin' Christmastime cruise? :santa:

Adding names of cruisers:

~~~Below is a list of those DIS'ers who have joined our thread. I will do my best to keep it up-to-date based on the info posted in the thread or sent to me via PM. You can add whatever other info you want me to put also (stateroom/deck #, early/late seating, excursion/Palo plans, family photos, hotel before the cruise, any previous DCL cruises, ANYTHING you want us to know, etc.). ~~~
DIS NAME(s)
ADULTS
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL)
STATE
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DIS NAME: dceks cruisers - from MN; Early dining; this is our second cruise (1st was 7 day Western, 2/7/09 for 25th anniversary)
2 Adults: Dave & DW Connie (me)
2 kids: Erik (14), Katelyn (9)
FE=No; Palo=Yes; staying near airport night before
Room #7076
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DIS NAME - pgsahm2
ADULTS - 2 adults, Amanda and Shawn
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - 3 kids, Braxton- 10, Camden- turning 8 on 12/17, Dawson- 3
STATE - Virginia
Other info:
Room Number - 2143 and 2145
Early seating
Definitely Palo, just not sure when yet
Staying at POR for 4 nights prior to the cruise
3rd DCL for us!
And sign us up for the FE exchange
My parents, Vickie and Gene will also be traveling with us for their first DCL.

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DIS NAME: neriberi
Angela, Rob, Annabel (aka Robangebel), plus Mimi
Spending 4 days at AKL before. It will be our first Christmas on the Wonder and we're super excited!

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DIS NAME - canuckgal
ADULTS - 2 adults - Michelle (me) and my husband James
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Sadie who will be 8
STATE - IL

We are in room #6094 and are also in the early seating. We would love to be a part of the FE...I know Sadie would love that!!

We are staying at the AKL for one night before the cruise and then at the Wilderness Lodge for 4 days after!

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DIS NAME: PrincessDuck
(only thing that would make us change from this cruise would be the school schedule-still waiting to get it for next year)
ADULTS Chris and Daisy(hence princessduck!!) - going on a 7 day cruise in Oct.
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years (their first cruise)
STATE Ohio
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DIS NAME: namsupak (Disney "Newlyweds"); 3rd DCL
2 Adults + baby: Lauren, James and 4 mo. old baby Lorelei at sailing time (how exciting!)
ROOM 6596
STATE- West Virginia
Late Dining

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DIS NAME - BoogasMom
ADULTS - Amy and Todd
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Brandon will be 9 and Carson will be 6 when we cruise
STATE - Virginia

We are booked in a Cat 12 GTY right now so no room number yet.
We have early seating. This is our first DCL cruise so I have no idea what to expect or what we will be doing on the ship yet! We will be staying at POR for 4 nights before the cruise. My boys would love to participate in the FE exchange so sign them up, too

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Dis Name - Margo in Cinci
2 Adults: DH - Steve and Me - Margo
DS - Fred 10
Early dining /Second cruise/ Not sure of my Palo thing yet or if at all - its a short trip
Cinci OH
Same room as last time (seriously!!! 6132 - easy button no brainer)
FE=Yes
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Dis Name~Capt. Jack
Adults~Gary & Charlene
Kid~Gillian (will be 10 at cruise time)
Cat 12 GTY so no stateroom # yet.
Just got back from a 7 day eastern and decided to do the bounceback with 4 days at the parks before (don't know which resort we'll be at yet).
State: North Carolina FE=Yes
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DISNAME - cbmeadors
Adults - Brett and Deaven
Kids - Sophie (9) and Jake (7)
Room - 5518 (we had this room in February and very happy to be in the same room)
Fish Extenders - Y / Palo - Hopefully / Late Dining
3rd cruise / From Cincinnati / Will be going to Disney after cruise, not sure of plans yet.
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Dis Name: Queen of 3 princess
Adults: Amy and Jason
Kids(ages in Dec) Taylor 11, Callie 9, Megan 6
Cat 12 no # yet / Early dining
Other info: Our 1st cruise / visiting disney before cruise (3rd time)
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aye!! Chuckieg & family be tending ye Disney Cruise
my Parents and sister along with me will be on the Wonder Dec. 17th.
( Charles , Doran , Jeannie and me ( chuck )
Staying first at Doubletree near DW, on the 13th move to the PO French Quarters till we sail on the 17th. We are celebrating all of our birthdays and my parents 44th year of marriage.
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DIS NAME(s) mommystieg
ADULTS John and Sharon
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Sara 17, Emily 9, April 5
STATE Texas
1st cruise ever, been to WDW several times before

We are staying at BCV on the 16th and then spending a night at BWV on the 20th. We have never been in WDW during Christmas.
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DIS NAME(s) - degrapevine
ADULTS - David (43) and Rose (39) - Celebrating 20th anniversary
KIDS - Leaving 'em at home w/the Grandparents!
STATE - Florida
Include in FE and any meets.

Going to Palo one night and I am going to try to talk DH into doing the Segway tour on Nassau. Other than that, it's going to be rest and relaxation w/o the kids! They'll have more fun with Nanny and Poppy anyway ...

Cruised last month (June 6) on a 7 night Eastern w/the kids (Eric 14, Patrick 11, and Gina 8) and I just took DD on a surprise 3 night July 9 for the Disney Channel Summer at Sea cruise. What fun we had!
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DIS NAME(s) : jasminewannabe (my real name is Amy and I am 22)
ADULTS: 2 (me and my mommy)
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL): No kids if you're measuring by age lol.
STATE: West Virginia
ROOM:6026
EXTRA: I am related to DIS member namsupak. She's my sister in law. We're all going as a family (My mom, brother, sister in law, neice, and myself). This is my 1st cruise and I cant wait!!
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Disboards: weich1001
First Cruise
Adults: Glenn and Wendi (It's my birthday (on day of sailing---17th) and a total surprise trip for the kids!)
Kids: Erika and Austin
Room: 7509
Late Dining
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DIS NAME(s) : ChristieK0310
ADULTS: 2
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL): DD age 2
STATE:
ROOM:
EXTRA: 1st Disney Cruise/Animal Kingdom Villas before and then Saratoga for Christmas
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DIS NAME(s): cobbler
ADULTS: 2
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL): DS 8
STATE:
ROOM:
EXTRA: It'll be me (celebrating my graduation w/ a master's degree)/Late dining
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DIS NAME(s): cruiseorrs
ADULTS: 2
KIDS: 1 son (Marek) 3yrs old
STATE: Orlando Florida (30 mins from port)
ROOM: Cat 12 or higher, no # yet
Early dining
Definitely doing Palo again. We have reservations for the second night.
Dec 18 at 8:30
This will be our 2nd Wonder cruise. 1st one was on September 10 2009 LOVED IT, and now our family is a bit obsessed.
FE: YES
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DIS NAME(s): pmama
ADULTS: 2
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL): DD9, DD5
STATE: CO
ROOM: 12 GTY
EXTRA: This is our first cruise, can't wait!
FISH EXTENDER: YES the girls are so excited for this.
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DIS NAME - Fatima1922
ADULTS - 2 adults, Fatima and Kenny
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Amaya - 3
STATE - NJ
Room Number - 2068 / Early seating / Palo on Saturday at 8:30pm / Flying in on the day of
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DIS NAME(s) Tweet
ADULTS 2 Schulget/Boes
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Eric 17, Sam 17
STATE Illinois - Yes for FE (no room number yet)
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DIS NAME - momster24
ADULTS - 2 Adam and Dawn
KIDS - DS, Aydan - 7
STATE - Florida, (south)
Room #2500 / Palo - Definitely. 2nd night (only thing available) / Dining - Early seating
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DIS NAME - Jennifer_W
Adults - me (Jennifer), DH Mark,
KIDS - DS Alex (15), DS Ben (13) & DS Luke (2 & 1/2),
OTHER ADULTS - hubby's DA (dear auntie) Faye & cousin Sue.
STATE - MN
ROOM - 2 cat 9 staterooms on deck 2
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SailingSeas
Kids: DS 19, DD 23
ROOM: 5632
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DIS JAMESMRIVERS
4 of us
Kids: DD Jessica 16 DS Noah 8
Like to join FE exchange
Room 8564

[pgsahm2]

You're too funny!

Former VV checking in and sayin' AYE!! We just booked yesterday. We'll be spending 4 nights at WDW prior to the cruise.

I have never been to Disney at Christmas and now I have the opportunity to be at WDW and a cruise during Christmas time. Can't wait!

Amanda

[dceks cruisers]

AYE, AYE! :welcome:

We've got two families onboard! Check out this for a taste of Christmas on board the Wonder! This is from another DIS Boarder's website. Enjoy!

http://www.primateprojections.com/CruiseNuts/holiday.html

Connie

[dceks cruisers]

I'll be watching the DCL announcements on 4/6 for the bounce back dates. I'm hoping this date is included, it works well for us.:goodvibes

We're looking to spend a day at Kennedy Space Center if we can swing it.

Airline prices are still looking good too!

Connie

[pgsahm2]

I'm bumping us since today is the day that more people should be joining us! December 17th is officially NOT BLACKED OUT!!

Yay!!!

[Neriberi]

This is great! There will be 4 of us joining the cruise; we are going to spend 4 days at AKL before. It will be our first Christmas on the Wonder and we're super excited!

-Angela, Rob, Annabel (aka Robangebel), plus Mimi

[Namsupak]

Another Valtentine Voyager checking in... this time it will be baby's first cruise out of the womb! Nice to see we'll be seeing some familiar faces and fun to see some new ones too :goodvibes

[dceks cruisers]

Welcome to those joining today! It will be so fun to see fellow Valentine Voyagers again and to meet new people too!:yay:

L & J: It will be so fun to see your little "bouncing" baby! If you don't want to bring all the baby supplies with, there is a service for having items such as diapers delivered to the stateroom.

Today I asked a CM about the kids sail free on 7 night cruise offer and she was only able to tell me that it is a targeted group that got the email offer and more emails are expected to go out the end of this week. I don't think that will change my BB plans.

Seeing the Wonder at Christmas will be awesome.

I can sleep tight knowing this date is not blocked out! Nite all!

[pgsahm2]

Great to see a few more added to the list!

Lauren, how old will your baby be at the time we sail? How are you feeling?

Have you guys sent in your vouchers yet? I meant to do it today but forgot. I might pop out later this afternoon and go to the post office. I want this thing to finalized for good! :)

Should we start a countdown? ROFL

[PrincessDuck]

At this time we have booked this cruise with our 3 and almost 6 year old. It will be their first cruise. My husband and I are going on a 7 day in October without the little ones. The only thing that would make us change from this cruise would be the school schedule. We are still waiting to get it for next year.

[canuckgal]

We just booked last night! I am so excited I can't wait...we haven't been on a cruise before. We have one daughter who will be 8 and she could hardly sleep last night after I told her we booked it!

[Namsupak]

Amanda - I'm feeling fine... thanks for asking :goodvibes The baby will be a little over 4 months old on the cruise. So at least very small and portable... not as portable as last cruise :lmao:

canuckgal-your family is going to absolutely love the cruise... especially your daughter :goodvibes

We mailed in our voucher today and are so excited for the cruise!

[dceks cruisers]

We just booked last night! I am so excited I can't wait...we haven't been on a cruise before. We have one daughter who will be 8 and she could hardly sleep last night after I told her we booked it!

Welcome and you'll enjoy the cruise! We have a DD8 that turns 9 end of Sept. She is looking forward to meeting your DD. Her name is Katelyn (K8!). She wants to know your DD's name. As you can probably tell, she is right beside me as I type this.

Have a great day everyone! We have sunshine (finally) here in MPLS.

[canuckgal]

My daughter is Sadie...she has been on here finding magnets and all sorts of other things for the trip. We have been pestering my husband for months to go, and he finally broke down.

I just wish it was sooner. LOL!!

[pgsahm2]

Welcome to the newbies!

Lauren, you'll eventually realize how portable babies are before they're born! lol Take advantage of it while you still can!

I mailed the voucher yesterday by priority with delivery confirmation (only after scanning both of them in to my computer!). I wasn't taking any chances! I wonder how long before the price adjustment....

We're keeping this cruise a secret from the kids yet again. At least the secret wait time is shorter than the last one... :)

December 17 will be Camden's 8th birthday so this will be extra special for us!

Michelle, you'll have a blast and making magnets is a lot of fun. I can't wait to start making new ones for this trip.

Amanda

[BoogasMom]

Hey Amanda! I thought that was you and then I saw you mention Camden and I knew it was!

I'm excited to be going on this cruise. This will be our very first Disney cruise and only our second trip to DisneyWorld. We too are keeping it all a secret from our boys, ages 5 and 8, as we have them completely convinced that we won't be going back to Disney for a couple of years.

I look forward to meeting everyone!!! :goodvibes

[BoogasMom]

I've been reading some on these boards and I found out about Fish Extenders and door magnets. I've noticed that people buy little things to put into other DISers FEs, especially for the kids.

My question is this....Will there be some sort of head count done prior to us sailing regarding how many boys and how many girls will be in the "group"? I would love to have a count so I can start buying small things ASAP. Thanks!!!

As you can tell.............I am extremely new to the DCL so please excuse any of my dumb questions!! :laughing:

[pgsahm2]

Ha! Good to see you here!!

As for the FE gifts, I guess our group will have to start a FE list to get an idea of who will be sailing. I guess we'll need a volunteer to coordinate the list. (VV's, where's Sue when we need her? She spoiled us!) Last cruise we had like 25 families (someone correct me) and it was left up to each family on how they wanted to "gift" each other - whether each kid rec'd something or if the family rec'd something altogether. We got a TON of stuff. TONS. The boys loved it!

You'll have to come over and watch our picture DVD ;) - then you'll only get more excited! Have you guys decided when and how to tell your boys?

[BoogasMom]

We haven't decided when or where to tell the boys about it. I'm torn as to the details and keep going back and forth with my ideas. I'm thinking of not telling them about the cruise part at all until we pull up in port because I'm afraid they may say something to your boys and spoil your own surprise for them. I still have time to come up with something.

I would love to see your picture DVD! Maybe we can do that after we tell the kids...that would really get them keyed up! :happytv:

I need to email you so be on the lookout for it!

[dceks cruisers]

Welcome to DIS'ers who have joined our thread. I will make updates to the first thread based on the info posted within the thread or sent to me via PM. You can add whatever other info you want me to put also (stateroom/deck #, early/late seating, excursion/Palo plans, family photos, hotel before the cruise, any previous DCL cruises, ANYTHING you want us to know, etc.). ~~~
DIS NAME(s)
ADULTS
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL)
STATE
:thumbsup2

[dceks cruisers]

I sent in the BB voucher today. Let's keep each other informed of how long it takes for the $99 rate to show up on the reservation.

How fun that neighbors (Amanda and BoogasMom) will be going on the same cruise and it's a surprise to your kids too. Cool!

[BoogasMom]

I sent in the BB voucher today. Let's keep each other informed of how long it takes for the $99 rate to show up on the reservation.

How fun that neighbors (Amanda and BoogasMom) will be going on the same cruise and it's a surprise to your kids too. Cool!

What's even more fun is that our husbands work together and our boys are very close in age and even play ball together on the same team during the summer!

BTW...BoogasMom = Amy :flower3:

[pgsahm2]

Thanks Connie for heading up the list. Here's our info:

DIS NAME - pgsahm2
ADULTS - 2 adults, Amanda and Shawn
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - 3 kids, Braxton- 10, Camden- turning 8 on 12/17, Dawson- 3
STATE - Virginia

Other info:
Room Number - 2143 and 2145
Early seating
Definitely Palo, just not sure when yet
Staying at POR for 4 nights prior to the cruise
3rd DCL for us!
And sign us up for the FE exchange
My parents will also be traveling with us for their first DCL.

What else you need to know? lol

And yep, Amy and I are lucky enough to have convinced our husbands to go on this cruise. At least I had to do some convincing... lol I'm not sure about you Amy! :) We'll be "doing" Disney together before the cruise. This will be the first time we've been to Disney with friends and I think our boys will love having someone their own ages to ride the rides with.

Now... just to make it through baseball season without spoiling the secret........ ;)

[canuckgal]

DIS NAME - canuckgal
ADULTS - 2 adults - Michelle (me) and my husband James
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Sadie who will be 8
STATE - IL

We are in room #6094 and are also in the early seating. We would love to be a part of the FE...I know Sadie would love that!!

We are staying at the AKL for one night before the cruise and then at the Wilderness Lodge for 4 days after!

[BoogasMom]

DIS NAME - BoogasMom
ADULTS - Amy and Todd
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Brandon will be 9 and Carson will be 6 when we cruise
STATE - Virginia

We are booked in a Cat 12 GTY right now so no room number yet.
We have early seating. This is our first DCL cruise so I have no idea what to expect or what we will be doing on the ship yet! :confused3 We will be staying at POR for 4 nights before the cruise. My boys would love to participate in the FE exchange so sign them up, too!:cool1:

[margolyn]

We're BAACK!!!

thanks AMANDA for all the encouragement. I think DH slept on it well and got there.

We are spending three days at park prior - DS first park experience.

I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO excited you guys!

Lauren - I can't wait to see baby out of womb! congrats. 4 months old! WOW - you can haul stroller or pumpkin seat!

All newbies - this will be a GREAT experience.

And yes, it is the holidays - I can't wait.

Looking forward to all this - are we going to do FEs again?

Margo

[margolyn]

Dis Name - Margo in Cinci

DH - Steve
Me - Margo
DS - Fred 10

Early dining
Second cruise
Not sure of my Palo thing yet or if at all - its a short trip
Cinci OH
Same room as last time (seriously!!! 6132 - easy button no brainer)

I am not good at linking things, but I can always ask Sue Errington through FB or email - I can track a list of xmas fe folks if we want to do it.... let me know....

I am soooo excited!

[dceks cruisers]

I checked to see if my rate was adjusted yet with the BB rate and it's done! How cool!

Welcome VV Margo! I feel like I got know a handful of VVers but missed out on getting to know many more because we got to port so late with the Disney bus and nearly missed the meet and we headed off just before the group pix to grab some food before it all closed down. Ha, what a silly thought that I wouldn't be able to find food on the ship, but we were hungry! We were also such 1st time cruisers and were trying to cram in so much in case it was the one and only cruise for us. Naw, 1st cruise hooks and books ya!:hippie:

[Capt. Jack]

Dis Name~Capt. Jack
Adults~Gary & Charlene
Kid~Gillian (will be 10 at cruise time)
Cat 12 GTY so no stateroom # yet.

Just got back from a 7 day eastern and decided to do the bounceback with 4 days at the parks before (don't know which resort we'll be at yet).

Would love to participate in the FE! Had a blast with that on the last cruise!

[pgsahm2]

Our voucher was rec'd and applied too! GREAT price!

Margo, so glad you guys are with us! Like I said before, Braxton will be happy to see Freddie again.

Welcome Gary and Charlene! How was the Eastern? We did the Western and loved it. I want to do an Eastern eventually but I have a feeling this will be our last trip for a while. I'm working on dh about the upcoming repo for the Wonder when it moves to Los Angeles. Highly unlikely it'll happen but I'm still hopeful! :)

Our little group is slowly growing and it's still early!

Amanda

[PrincessDuck]

DIS NAME(s) PrincessDuck
ADULTS Chris and Daisy(hence princessduck!!)
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years
STATE Ohio

We will be staying in the new treehouses after the cruise, unless we change out mind and try for a different location. We are DVC and our 7 month window has not opened up to book other properties.

[margolyn]

We're starting to build everyone...

A Christmas Cruise - Connie, you are so right, it will be so special.

Welcome Gary and Charlene - PGSAHM and I both have 10 year old boys.... they'll be doing different things at Oceaneers together (if that makes sense)...

[Namsupak]

Wow I missed out on a lot the past couple days! So exciting to see so many new people checking in :goodvibes We're so excited about a cruise at Christmas time and plan on doing WDW after the cruise because we both have the whole week off. Is it really that bad? We were there last Memorial Day weekend. Does it compare to that? So funny the baby doesn't even have a birth certificate yet but already has WDW reservations :rotfl:

Here's some stuff to add to our info:
ROOM 6588
STATE- West Virginia
Late Dining


Margo- We picked our stroller with WDW and cruise in mind :lmao: But we'll def be hauling a lot more around this time

Amanda- I was just telling James the other day how I love this time with the baby because it's so easy to just go anywhere... no babysitter or lugging anything extra :goodvibes

[cbmeadors]

Hello all, we just booked and are happy to be joining the group.

DISNAME - cbmeadors
Adults - Brett and Deaven
Kids - Sophie (9) and Jake (7)
Room - 5518 (we had this room in February and very happy to be in the same room)
Fish Extenders - Y
Palo - Hopefully
Late Dining

Other Info
This will be our third cruise
We are from Cincinnati
Will be going to Disney after cruise, not sure of plans yet.

We had a great group of DISers on our 2/8 cruise and a lot of them are going back on the same cruise together in November. Unfortunately we could not go at that time. But, we are looking forward to meeting some new friends and having a great time.

--Brett

[margolyn]

Welcome Brett and everyone!

We have several from the 2-7 Magic cruise bouncing back on this cruise, so you'll fit RIGHT IN!!! It should be ALOT of fun once we get rolling!

Look forward to talking to you and meeting you soon!
Yeah really, I am in Cinci too!

[Namsupak]

Just wanted to give us a little bump. Welcome Brett and family!

Just went for my 7 month OB checkup. Baby is doing fine, kicking like crazy and can't wait for his/her first cruise out of the womb! We're trying to finalize plans to take a trip to WDW after the cruise. Just hoping it's not so crowded that we can't do anything.

Anyone have any summer vacations they're planning? popcorn::

[cbmeadors]

Namsupak, we are planning a WDW trip as well. We did a 10 day Christmas trip a few years ago. The parks were very crowded but if you follow the advice of Mike at tourguidemike.com it will not seem crowded. The $20 to access his site was the best $20 I ever spent. The one day we didn't follow his advice we were overwhelmed by the crowds and lines. But the days we followed what he said was smooth sailing, no crowding, fast passes still available etc.

[dceks cruisers]

Bump! About 7 more months to go before our sail away party!

Summer vacation plans: Nothing big planned. Our 25th wedding anniversary is coming up on 5/26 but our celebration was the Disney cruise in Feb. Not sure if we'll do anything much on Mem. Day weekend but we do have some time off from work for the anniversary. In early June we have my niece's wedding in SD. Had plans to take the kids to the Black Hills/Mt. Rushmore/etc. but just found out today that DH cannot get even a few days off the following week so it's time to cancel the reservations.

We've got a big family camping trip in July and some other days off but economy and layoffs loom overhead so this will be a low key summer - especially if we want to keep the 12/17 sail date. However, I am registering everyday for the free summer cruise with the Disney celebs!

How about anyone else for summer vacations? Good weather in the summer can be treat enough for me, especially after a long winter and cool spring here in MN.

[Queen of 3 princess]

Merry Christmas:santa: to us:banana::banana: We'll be there too:thumbsup2

Dis Name: Queen of 3 princess
Adults: Amy and Jason
Kids(ages in Dec) Taylor 11, Callie 9, Megan 6
Cat 12 no # yet
Early dining

Other info:

Our 1st cruise
visiting disney before cruise (3rd time)

My girls (especially Taylor) are very nervous about being seperated in the clubs. It might make it easier to hear from girls there own ages. The more they like the clubs the more time they stay in and play. Which makes more alone time for us :rolleyes1

[margolyn]

YAY Lauren!

Yay baby!!!! Of course now you are closer to 8 months than 7!. I bet you are just ready to see that little face.. christmas with baby on cruise. WOW!

And Amy, I have BOY who is going to be 10.... I can get him to tell me about some of the fun GIRL stuff that he didn't want to do because it was so girly. We couldn't drag hi away last February - he would be upset when we showed up! So I THINK I can get some selling points from him for you....

Also, do you want to do the fish extender thing? That's a little way to engage kids and Holiday time will be super easy!!!!

Hi Connie! Hope all is well! I see you on FB!

Margo
Look forward to meeting you!

[Queen of 3 princess]

Margo,

That would be great.:thumbsup2 I think my kids would love to know anything they can about it. What is the fish extender thing?:confused3

[chuckieg]

my Parents and sister along with me will be on the Wonder Dec. 17th.:goodvibes
( Charles , Doran , Jeannie and me ( chuck ):cloud9::hippie::cutie::pirate:
We will be staying first at the Doubletree near Disney world and then on the 13th move to the PO French Quarters till we sail on the 17th. We are celebrating all of our birthdays and my parents 44th year of marriage. As a Disney nut I am trying to think of alot to make this the best vacation ever:banana::banana::banana::banana::woohoo:.

[dceks cruisers]

Welcome Chuckieg party of 4! Birthdays and anniversary celebrations - sounds like fun!

[mommystieg]

Hi everybody :yay: We are checking in -- this is our first cruise ever. We have been to WDW several times so we are really looking forward to this cruise!!

DIS NAME(s) mommystieg
ADULTS John and Sharon
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Sara 17, Emily 9, April 5
STATE Texas

We are staying at BCV on the 16th and then spending a night at BWV on the 20th. We have never been in WDW during Christmas so we are going to try and see as much as we can. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!

[Queen of 3 princess]

Hi mommystieg our middle and youngest are the same age. Maybe they will become fast friends.

[mommystieg]

Hi mommystieg our middle and youngest are the same age. Maybe they will become fast friends.

Ooh -- you have 3 princesses, too. It would be nice to if the girls could get to know each other -- I want them to try out the kids clubs but I am not sure how they will react to being separated. I don't worry about the oldest -- she has no problem being separated from the rest of us....

[Queen of 3 princess]

mommystieg I have the same concerns. My youngest daughter will be with your youngest too. Well at least I can tell them there will be other girls there. Maybe our nine year olds can IM each other or become pen pals? This way they will be excited to go into the kids club so they can see there new friend.

[mommystieg]

mommystieg I have the same concerns. My youngest daughter will be with your youngest too. Well at least I can tell them there will be other girls there. Maybe our nine year olds can IM each other or become pen pals? This way they will be excited to go into the kids club so they can see there new friend.

I just told Emily that she has a new friend -- she is so excited!! I sent you a PM with our e-mail so that they can exchange information. I am not sure if Emily is techologically-advanced enough to IM but she can sure try. I am sure big sis can help.

Now my 4 year old wants to know when she can meet your youngest. I told her that would be hard since she can't read or write much more than her name :)

[degrapevine]

Hi, all! Another couple of DIS-ers joining the 3 Night on December 17th!

DIS NAME(s) - degrapevine
ADULTS - David (43) and Rose (39)
KIDS - Leaving 'em at home w/the Grandparents!
STATE - Florida

DH and I are taking this cruise by ourselves to celebrate our 20th anniversary. We cruised last month (June 6) on a 7 night Eastern w/the kids (Eric 14, Patrick 11, and Gina 8) and I just took DD on a surprise 3 night July 9 for the Disney Channel Summer at Sea cruise. What fun we had!

We are definitely going to Palo one night and I am going to try to talk DH into doing the Segway tour on Nassau. Other than that, it's going to be rest and relaxation w/o the kids! They'll have more fun with Nanny and Poppy anyway ...

Include us in the FE exchange and any meets you might have. Even though our kids aren't coming along, it's always fun to meet other DIS-ers!

Rose :)

[Namsupak]

Welcome everybody! It's so exciting to see all the new people that have checked in in the past few days :santa: We are starting to think about going to WDW before and after because we can get super cheap airline tickets but only if we fly on Tues, Thurs, or Sat.

We're waiting for the baby to come.... I'm due in 2 weeks, but I'm ready now! Time is moving extremely slow right now! Any suggestions?

[margolyn]

I'd say "hang in there Lauren" but reallly - GO FOR IT!

This is going to just totally rock your world in ways that are beyond incredible! TWo weeks - gonna FB Amanda to remind her too!

Go for it! And let us know! All the Best !

Steve Margo and Freddie in Cinci!

[Queen of 3 princess]

mommystieg I have pm'd you. Hope to hear from you soon.

[pgsahm2]

Hi everyone!

Lauren, how's it going? Have you had a baby yet? I remember with all 3 of mine that the last few weeks felt like YEARS. Update us when you can!

Welcome to the newbies!

Our summer has been so busy this year. I've hardly had any time to stop and think about the upcoming trip! But the closer it gets here and the more I do stop and think about it, the more excited I get. :)

Everyone else check in and let us know what you've been up to!

[PrincessDuck]

My Meghan is 6 also!!

Merry Christmas:santa: to us:banana::banana: We'll be there too:thumbsup2

Dis Name: Queen of 3 princess
Adults: Amy and Jason
Kids(ages in Dec) Taylor 11, Callie 9, Megan 6
Cat 12 no # yet
Early dining

Other info:

Our 1st cruise
visiting disney before cruise (3rd time)

My girls (especially Taylor) are very nervous about being seperated in the clubs. It might make it easier to hear from girls there own ages. The more they like the clubs the more time they stay in and play. Which makes more alone time for us :rolleyes1

[weich1001]

Disboards: weich1001
First Cruise
Adults: Glenn and Wendi
Kids: Erika and Austin
Room: 7509
Late Dining

It's my birthday (on day of sailing---17th) and a total surprise trip for the kids! Yep, they're coming home from school on December 11, telling them to wash their faces and put on some decent clothes we are taking my parents out for dinner (actually they are going to house sit with the 2 dogs) and when they reach the living room area we are going to throw them sweatshirts to put on that Rust Man Stan made the design for...they say Surprsie we are going to Disney Right Now! Load em in the mini-van and take them to airport and we are off. We are spending the week before at Old Key West. We plan to knock out some of our Disney Wedding stuff during the week--but we are also planning to be in the parks as well every day. Can hardly wait. They have no idea this is coming!:cool1::banana:

[Namsupak]

She's here!!! Lorelei finally arrived on July 30 at 10:40 AM. Weighing in at 6 lbs 11 oz and 19.5 inches long. She's extremely ready for her first cruise out of the womb :goodvibes

We're just trying to work on the sleeping without having to be in mom or dad's arms. If we don't let her sleep in bed with us she'll only sleep for 15 min at the most. I really want her to sleep in the bassinet next to us in bed but she's not working with me.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o190/namsupak/ApriltoJuly2009110.jpg

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o190/namsupak/ApriltoJuly2009115.jpg

[dceks cruisers]

Congrats to Lauren and James and WELCOME to Lorelei! She's as cute as can be! princess:

[ChristieK0310]

I just thought that we'd say HI to you all!

We have just booked this cruise and it's our first disney one and we are very excited! :cool1:

We are at Animal Kingdom Villas before and then going to Saratoga for Christmas. :santa:

We have a dd who will be 2 when we sail and I am really looking forward to seeing her reactions to everything!

See you all there!

Christie

ps Congrats to Lauren and James your dd is beautiful!

[cbmeadors]

100 days until "I'm on a boat!!!"

Who is getting excited?

[cobbler]

Just booked us today. I have a cat 6 and that is all I know. Sailing free with the DVC incentive, so it's a gty room and I'll know more once I get my documentation.

It'll be me (celebrating my graduation w/ a master's degree :bounce: ) dh and ds8

I am sure we will have late dining which I am ok with, tried early dining once and I didn't like it.

[PrincessDuck]

We are staying at Animal Kingdom Villas the night before also! Then we have until christmas eve at the Wilderness Lodge. Maybe we will see you the night before. I have a 3 year old and a 6 year old..

Welcome!

I just thought that we'd say HI to you all!

We have just booked this cruise and it's our first disney one and we are very excited! :cool1:

We are at Animal Kingdom Villas before and then going to Saratoga for Christmas. :santa:

We have a dd who will be 2 when we sail and I am really looking forward to seeing her reactions to everything!

See you all there!

Christie

ps Congrats to Lauren and James your dd is beautiful!

[PrincessDuck]

So, who is getting excited!!! We are so looking forward to this cruise. We had to cancel the one in October without the kids. Finances and babysitters did not work out. My 3 year old just wants to ride on the "Mickey Boat" and my 6 year old can't wait to sleep on the top bunk!

[cobbler]

Wow, found us on page 3..

I know I am ready for the cruise!!

Has anyone ever been on one this time of year? How does the ship look? Is it decorated for Christmas and the like? Do they do anything a little bit more special or different??

Just curious.

[pgsahm2]

Hello again everyone! Our 90 days is almost upon us for those that are CC members. Will you be booking Palo or any excursions? I'm staying up late tomorrow night to book Palo.

About the FE exchange -- are we still going to do it? Is there a master list of participants?

[cbmeadors]

pgsahm2 -- I am with you on staying up late tomorrow to book Palo, we missed out on our first cruise a few years ago but went twice on our cruise in February and it was one wonderful.

I know we would like to do fish extenders and indicated so earlier in the the thread. I thought there was someone who had taken the lead on this but would have to go back thru the thread. Maybe I will do that tomorrow while waiting up.

[dceks cruisers]

Welcome to the:

jasminewannabe and
weich1001 and
ChristieK0310 and
cobbler

families! Our cruise group is growing! Our cruise is getting closer:goodvibes

Do we have anyone that is willing to coordinate the FE list? I have a start to the FE group (see first thread of our meet) that can be used to create an FE only thread.:flower3:

[pgsahm2]

I booked Palo for Saturday night at 8:00. What did everyone else get?

I can help with the FE exchange. It'll give me something to do to keep my mind off of the trip. lol. I'll try to go through and make a master list sometime in the next week. If anyone else wants to help or take the lead that's fine too.

[dceks cruisers]

We're booked for Saturday at 6 PM at Palo's. I didn't try chocolate souffle last time and it's a for sure this time around!

[Namsupak]

Please change our room number to 6596, thanks.

[cbmeadors]

We booked Palo for Friday night at 7:00. I will organize Fish Extenders if no one else wants to do it.

Rather than creating a spreadsheet and mailing it out to everyone when there are updates (happened a lot on our last cruise, everyone seemed to have a different version of the spreadsheet) I can create one in google docs. The question is does everyone want a link posted that anyone can look at or keep it private and only those who send me PM and are on list can view the spreadsheet?

I know setting a cut-off date for joining the FE list was a big topic too so everyone had time to buy gifts. Does anyone have a suggestion for cut-off for joining FE?

[BoogasMom]

Rather than creating a spreadsheet and mailing it out to everyone when there are updates (happened a lot on our last cruise, everyone seemed to have a different version of the spreadsheet) I can create one in google docs. The question is does everyone want a link posted that anyone can look at or keep it private and only those who send me PM and are on list can view the spreadsheet?

I know setting a cut-off date for joining the FE list was a big topic too so everyone had time to buy gifts. Does anyone have a suggestion for cut-off for joining FE?

I think the spreadsheet on google docs would be a great idea! Is a document created there and not privatized open to all of the internet to view? If so, I think it should be private and only those who PM you gain access.

What is the normal cut-off date? A month before sailing? Two weeks? I would love to have a good month to finalize my gifts.....

[margolyn]

Hey ALL,

Am thinking its a short cruise, so whoever is interested - would we do one or two gifts? Also themes are super easy - pirates and Christmas and disney christmas and

I've been thinking about this alot while not posting. Sorry...

Is a month out long enough? Maybe it should be 6 weeks? Let me know and if I can help, I will!

I definitely want to be involved... my data is in the top list (Hi Connie!) but we are

Steve, Margo and DS 10 Freddie
6132 and starting to get very excited!:santa::cheer2::santa::cheer2:

Margo

[margolyn]

Lauren! YAY!

How is the baby?

Margo

[margolyn]

HAS anyone ever done the WDW to DCL shuttle? We are staying at Caribbean Beach (probably cbr if I knew what I was doing?) and I know the bus picks up from there...

But like when? Does anyone know or have some sense of the timing?

Thanks for any input!

Margo

[BoogasMom]

Hey ALL,

Am thinking its a short cruise, so whoever is interested - would we do one or two gifts? Also themes are super easy - pirates and Christmas and disney christmas and

Margo

After reviewing the list of those already signed up for the FE, I'm not sure what I'm going to do as far as number of gifts....any input from you who have participated in the swap before?

[Namsupak]

Margo- the baby is great. Lorelei is well on her way to sitting up so hopefully we're high chair ready for the trip so I don't have to hold her while I eat :rotfl: She likes to see everything that's going on We did the shuttle from carribean beach in the summer of 08. It left around 11:30. I didn't think it was that big of a deal to get there a little later than other people. The ride was just like the magical express. I know some people like to be the first ones there though.

We've convinced my MIL and SIL to join us on our Disney Christmas Adventure. They'll be in a different room but I can't remember the number right now.

We decided to do Disney before and after the cruise so we'll be flying in on Dec 12 and leaving WDW on Dec 22. :woohoo:

We got our Palo reservations all set for 6 on Saturday and all of our Flounder's Nursery reservations.

[cruiseorrs]

Sailin, sailin, me thinks so! We'll enjoy Christmas Buccaneering & merrymaking. Map yer course on 12/17 fer the Wonder. We be planning a meeting fer a swashbuckling meetin' and greetin' with fun and sun, so come one, come all. Say “Aye” if ye be attendin'. Those ye dare…shalt be there… (If not, then walk the plank!)”.

Arr ye ready to embark on a piratin' Christmastime cruise? :santa:

Adding names of cruisers:

~~~Below is a list of those DIS'ers who have joined our thread. I will do my best to keep it up-to-date based on the info posted in the thread or sent to me via PM. You can add whatever other info you want me to put also (stateroom/deck #, early/late seating, excursion/Palo plans, family photos, hotel before the cruise, any previous DCL cruises, ANYTHING you want us to know, etc.). ~~~
DIS NAME(s)
ADULTS
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL)
STATE
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DIS NAME: dceks cruisers - from MN; Early dining; this is our second cruise (1st was 7 day Western, 2/7/09 for 25th anniversary)
2 Adults: Dave & DW Connie (me)
2 kids: Erik (14), Katelyn (9)
FE=Yes; Palo=Yes; staying at PC night before and also at PC for NASA tour after cruise; Room #7076
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DIS NAME - pgsahm2
ADULTS - 2 adults, Amanda and Shawn
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - 3 kids, Braxton- 10, Camden- turning 8 on 12/17, Dawson- 3
STATE - Virginia
Other info:
Room Number - 2143 and 2145
Early seating
Definitely Palo, just not sure when yet
Staying at POR for 4 nights prior to the cruise
3rd DCL for us!
And sign us up for the FE exchange
My parents will also be traveling with us for their first DCL.

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DIS NAME: neriberi
Angela, Rob, Annabel (aka Robangebel), plus Mimi
Spending 4 days at AKL before. It will be our first Christmas on the Wonder and we're super excited!

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DIS NAME - canuckgal
ADULTS - 2 adults - Michelle (me) and my husband James
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Sadie who will be 8
STATE - IL

We are in room #6094 and are also in the early seating. We would love to be a part of the FE...I know Sadie would love that!!

We are staying at the AKL for one night before the cruise and then at the Wilderness Lodge for 4 days after!

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DIS NAME: PrincessDuck
(only thing that would make us change from this cruise would be the school schedule-still waiting to get it for next year)
ADULTS Chris and Daisy(hence princessduck!!) - going on a 7 day cruise in Oct.
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years (their first cruise)
STATE Ohio
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DIS NAME: namsupak (Disney "Newlyweds"); 3rd DCL
2 Adults + baby: Lauren, James and 4 mo. old baby Lorelei at sailing time (how exciting!)
ROOM 6596
STATE- West Virginia
Late Dining

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DIS NAME - BoogasMom
ADULTS - Amy and Todd
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Brandon will be 9 and Carson will be 6 when we cruise
STATE - Virginia

We are booked in a Cat 12 GTY right now so no room number yet.
We have early seating. This is our first DCL cruise so I have no idea what to expect or what we will be doing on the ship yet! We will be staying at POR for 4 nights before the cruise. My boys would love to participate in the FE exchange so sign them up, too

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Dis Name - Margo in Cinci
2 Adults: DH - Steve and Me - Margo
DS - Fred 10
Early dining /Second cruise/ Not sure of my Palo thing yet or if at all - its a short trip
Cinci OH
Same room as last time (seriously!!! 6132 - easy button no brainer)
FE=Yes
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Dis Name~Capt. Jack
Adults~Gary & Charlene
Kid~Gillian (will be 10 at cruise time)
Cat 12 GTY so no stateroom # yet.
Just got back from a 7 day eastern and decided to do the bounceback with 4 days at the parks before (don't know which resort we'll be at yet).
State: North Carolina FE=Yes
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DISNAME - cbmeadors
Adults - Brett and Deaven
Kids - Sophie (9) and Jake (7)
Room - 5518 (we had this room in February and very happy to be in the same room)
Fish Extenders - Y / Palo - Hopefully / Late Dining
3rd cruise / From Cincinnati / Will be going to Disney after cruise, not sure of plans yet.
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Dis Name: Queen of 3 princess
Adults: Amy and Jason
Kids(ages in Dec) Taylor 11, Callie 9, Megan 6
Cat 12 no # yet / Early dining
Other info: Our 1st cruise / visiting disney before cruise (3rd time)
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aye!! Chuckieg & family be tending ye Disney Cruise
my Parents and sister along with me will be on the Wonder Dec. 17th.
( Charles , Doran , Jeannie and me ( chuck )
Staying first at Doubletree near DW, on the 13th move to the PO French Quarters till we sail on the 17th. We are celebrating all of our birthdays and my parents 44th year of marriage.
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DIS NAME(s) mommystieg
ADULTS John and Sharon
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Sara 17, Emily 9, April 5
STATE Texas
1st cruise ever, been to WDW several times before

We are staying at BCV on the 16th and then spending a night at BWV on the 20th. We have never been in WDW during Christmas.
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DIS NAME(s) - degrapevine
ADULTS - David (43) and Rose (39) - Celebrating 20th anniversary
KIDS - Leaving 'em at home w/the Grandparents!
STATE - Florida
Include in FE and any meets.

Going to Palo one night and I am going to try to talk DH into doing the Segway tour on Nassau. Other than that, it's going to be rest and relaxation w/o the kids! They'll have more fun with Nanny and Poppy anyway ...

Cruised last month (June 6) on a 7 night Eastern w/the kids (Eric 14, Patrick 11, and Gina 8) and I just took DD on a surprise 3 night July 9 for the Disney Channel Summer at Sea cruise. What fun we had!
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DIS NAME(s) : jasminewannabe (my real name is Amy and I am 22)
ADULTS: 2 (me and my mommy)
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL): No kids if you're measuring by age lol.
STATE: West Virginia
ROOM:6026
EXTRA: I am related to DIS member namsupak. She's my sister in law. We're all going as a family (My mom, brother, sister in law, neice, and myself). This is my 1st cruise and I cant wait!!
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Disboards: weich1001
First Cruise
Adults: Glenn and Wendi (It's my birthday (on day of sailing---17th) and a total surprise trip for the kids!)
Kids: Erika and Austin
Room: 7509
Late Dining
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DIS NAME(s) : ChristieK0310
ADULTS: 2
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL): DD age 2
STATE:
ROOM:
EXTRA: 1st Disney Cruise/Animal Kingdom Villas before and then Saratoga for Christmas
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DIS NAME(s): cobbler
ADULTS: 2
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL): DS 8
STATE:
ROOM:
EXTRA: It'll be me (celebrating my graduation w/ a master's degree)/Late dining
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DIS NAME(s): cruiseorrs
ADULTS: 2
KIDS: 1 son (Marek) 3yrs old
STATE: Orlando Florida (30 mins from port)
ROOM: Cat 12 or higher, no # yet
Early dining
Definitely doing Palo again. We have reservations for the second night.
Dec 18 at 8:30
This will be our 2nd Wonder cruise. 1st one was on September 10 2009 LOVED IT, and now our family is a bit obsessed. :)
FE: YES (But can someone explain to me what is involved?) I would love to be part of it, and happy to do my share. Can't wait! My 3 yr old is obsessed with Mickey, and we are annual Disney passholders. Nothing beats meeting others with the same passion!

[cruiseorrs]

I would love to participate in the FE exchange. I'm not sure what the cut off is to sign up. But I love buying gifts! Can any of you veterans fill me in on what I need to do? Also we are currently in a CAT 12 room, and don't know what our room number is. So does that mean I can't do the FE?

Thanks!! And we can't wait to cruise!!

DIS NAME(s): cruiseorrs
ADULTS: 2
KIDS: 1 son (Marek) 3yrs old
STATE: Orlando Florida (30 mins from port)
ROOM: Cat 12 or higher, no # yet
Early dining
Definitely doing Palo again. We have reservations for the second night.
Dec 18 at 8:30
This will be our 2nd Wonder cruise. 1st one was on September 10 2009 LOVED IT, and now our family is a bit obsessed. :)
FE: YES (But can someone explain to me what is involved?) I would love to be part of it, and happy to do my share. Can't wait! My 3 yr old is obsessed with Mickey, and we are annual Disney passholders. Nothing beats meeting others with the same passion!

[PrincessDuck]

I would like to see if anyone would like to split transportation to and from the port. We are staying at Animal Kingdom Villas the night before and we will be going to the Wilderness Lodge Villas for a few nights after. I was thinking a rental car or car service. It is $70 round trip per person to do Disney transportation. So, that is $280 for the 4 of us to do Disney transportation. It would be cheaper to do a rental or a car service.

Daisy

[PrincessDuck]

I would also like to do the fish extender please. I probably need to update our info...

[cruiseorrs]

If anyone has a good up to date FE list, that would be awesome. Otherwise I'll compile one. :)

Happy Wednesday!
Amber

[pmama]

Hello all,

Not sure why but I've been lurking here for a while and not posting. We were originally sailing the 4 day wonder before this one but decided to change things around when free dining came out. We now are still sailing (3 day) and got some bonus days in WDW!:banana: We changed to this cruise in July. We are excited as now our cruise portion will be at the end of our trip and about the same time all the masses start herding into WDW. Here's our information:
DIS NAME(s): pmama
ADULTS: 2
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL): DD9, DD5
STATE: CO
ROOM: 12 GTY
EXTRA: This is our first cruise, can't wait!
FISH EXTENDER: YES::yes:: the girls are so excited for this.

[BoogasMom]

If anyone has a good up to date FE list, that would be awesome. Otherwise I'll compile one. :)

Happy Wednesday!
Amber

I haven't really seen a good updated list posted on here yet. I would love to have one though! I would do it but I have never done an FE gift exchange and wouldn't know how to go about it. I don't want to mess it up! :flower3:

[cruiseorrs]

Same here Boogas Mom!

I'm not entirely sure what is involved. I believe everyone that signs up to do the FE exchange drops off small treats for all the others on the list. And notes if you'd like to meet up with others during the cruise. I am all for doing this, and will look through this string of posts, and make a list. Of course anyone that has done this in the past, please add to or correct me if I'm mistaken. Thanks!! And I'll compiling that list tonight! :)

[cruiseorrs]

Families that would like to participate in the FE Exchange  Let me know if you’d like me to add or remove you. I did consolidate information for this list to give you numbers of families, and children, and room numbers. I only compiled this list based on who actually said “yes” to the FE question in this thread. If I overlooked you, I’m sorry! I’d be happy to update all information. And I can’t wait to get all the gifts together. My 3 year old son is going to have a BLAST walking around and leaving surprise gifts at your door!! 63 DAYS TILL CRUISE TIME!!!!

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DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 4 adults, Amanda and Shawn, Vickie and Gene
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - 3 kids, Braxton- 10, Camden- turning 8 on 12/17, Dawson- 3
Room Number - 2143

DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 2 adults Vickie and Gene
Room Number - 2145
________________________________________

DIS NAME - canuckgal
ADULTS - 2 adults - Michelle (me) and my husband James
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Sadie who will be 8
Room #6094
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DIS NAME - BoogasMom
ADULTS - Amy and Todd
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Brandon will be 9 and Carson will be 6 when we cruise
Cat 12 GTY right now so no room number yet.
My boys would love to participate in the FE exchange so sign them up, too
________________________________________

Dis Name - Margo in Cinci
2 Adults: DH - Steve and Me - Margo
DS - Fred 10
Room # 6132
________________________________________

DISNAME - cbmeadors
Adults - Brett and Deaven
Kids - Sophie (9) and Jake (7)
Room - 5518
________________________________________

DIS NAME(s) - degrapevine
ADULTS - David (43) and Rose (39) - Celebrating 20th anniversary
KIDS - Leaving 'em at home w/the Grandparents!
Room # 2510
________________________________________

Dis Name~Capt. Jack
Adults~Gary & Charlene
Kid~Gillian (will be 10 at cruise time)
Cat 12 GTY so no stateroom # yet.
________________________________________

DIS NAME: PrincessDuck
ADULTS Chris and Daisy(hence princessduck!!) - going on a 7 day cruise in Oct.
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years (their first cruise)
Room # ??
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DIS NAME(s): cruiseorrs
ADULTS: 2
KIDS: 1 son (Marek) 3yrs old
ROOM: 2558
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DIS NAME(s): pmama
ADULTS: 2
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL): DD9, DD5
ROOM: 2612
EXTRA: This is our first cruise, can't wait!
FISH EXTENDER: YES the girls are so excited for this.

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DIS NAME(s) Tweet
ADULTS 2 Schulget/Boes
ROOM: 2 Rooms, no number yet
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Eric 17, Sam 17
STATE Illinois

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[B]DIS NAME(s) momster24
ADULTS - 2 Adam and Dawn
KIDS - DS, Aydan - 7
STATE - Florida, (south)
[B]ROOM: #2500
Palo - Definitely. 2nd night (only thing available)
Dining - Early seating

[BoogasMom]

cruisorrs.....thanks so much for doing the FE list!! It is really helpful to see just those names of the people who are participating. :goodvibes

[cruiseorrs]

cruisorrs.....thanks so much for doing the FE list!! It is really helpful to see just those names of the people who are participating. :goodvibes

Anytime BoogasMom! This will be my first time doing this, but I love giving surprises! We don't know our room number yet, but it appears others in the same boat... hehehe "pun intended". I think when we drop off gifts we could make a little note stating our room number? Has anyone else done this in the past?

[pgsahm2]

I'm so sorry for dropping the ball and not helpin with the FE list. Thank you so much cruiseorrs for making up the consolidated list!

I actually need to add my parents to the list of us as they are going to participate as well. Just add them to our group (pgsahm2) as two adults: Vickie and Gene

Once we're closer to cruise date you should get a room assignment so the list can be updated accordingly.

As for a cut off date, we still need to decide on one. What about making it November 22? That gives everyone a month to get their stuff for the exchange. I'm totally picking a date though so....

When I catch a break (haha, yea right!) I'll try to pop in more and help out. We have to decide on a meet up time and place for once we board. That is of course, if everyone wants to do that.

Gotta run. Be back later!

[dceks cruisers]

We're getting closer to cruise time! This will be a surprise trip for the kids so that's making this even more exciting.

I updated the list so please let me know if I need to make any additional changes.

We had a change of plans and won't be doing Port Canaveral after the cruise but I guess that motivates us to return again!

[cruiseorrs]

Anytime pgsahm2! Happy to help. :) I have added two more adults to the list.
Thanks!

62 days till Cruise time!

[BoogasMom]

It looks like the FE list is shorter than I had anticipated. That means I may be able to do more gifts!!!! Yay!!!

I'm sooooo excited about this trip!! I can't wait!

Now if we can just keep everyone well...............

[margolyn]

Can you all believe we're only two months out.

PGSahm (aka Amanda) - November 22 is probably good.... its before Thanksgiving if people want to order stuff (like me, I will order stuff) for FEs

Any other ideas?

Baby sounds great Namsupak (aka Lauren) ... what a blessing and if she can sit - imagine how absolutely amazed - all the lights and nosies all that. WOW! Thanks for the info on Caribbean Beach shuttle... so we'd be there like by 1 I think, which would be okay - just want to get that first lunch and "love cruisin'" thing in that day, you know? I cannot wait to be at the park, but even more I cannot WAIT to be on the BOAT! WOO HOO!!!!:cheer2:

Any way y'all... 'bout time to really start engaging....:santa::love:

Can't wait...

Do we want to do a meet up on Thursday or something?:idea:

TTFN! Gotta go get my college fb fix for Saturday!

Margo

[cruiseorrs]

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

We're getting closer!! I just found out our room number today, so I added that to the list.

I think November 22 is a great time for FE cutoff time. That way we have plenty of time to buy the gifts. I just can't wait!!

If anyone needs me to modify the list, let me know!

Cheers!
Amber :cool1:

[pmama]

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

We're getting closer!! I just found out our room number today, so I added that to the list.

I think November 22 is a great time for FE cutoff time. That way we have plenty of time to buy the gifts. I just can't wait!!

If anyone needs me to modify the list, let me know!

Cheers!
Amber :cool1:

Hi Amber,

You must have gotten the upgrade offer too! Great deal, we thought so as well.:goodvibes Our stateroom number is 2612.

[cruiseorrs]

Yes we did get the upgrade. We thought it was a great deal! :) I will update your room number on the FE list. I'm totally siked, and just can't wait! I look forward to seeing everyone decorated doors! And my son is super excited about putting all the goodies together. If anyone else finds out their room numbers, just let me know.

Yay for Disney cruises!
pirate:pirate:pirate:pirate:

[BoogasMom]

I didn't get an upgrade offer..... :confused: Did you guys get an email with the offer in it? We booked with Dreams Unlimited and our reservation still shows as a GTY in cat 12.

[Fatima1922]

I didn't get an upgrade offer..... :confused: Did you guys get an email with the offer in it? We booked with Dreams Unlimited and our reservation still shows as a GTY in cat 12.

We booked through Dreams Unlimited also. On Wednesday I got an email from Merrie regarding the upgrade. $99 from cat 12 to 9 so we took it. Email your TA and see what happens. You have nothing to lose!

[degrapevine]

Well, we also got the phone call to upgrade to a Cat 9 for $99. Went ahead and took it, since I was happy picking our cabin (#2510) and knowing that we wouldn't be under the galley or night clubs on Deck 2. I also just booked a 4 night yesterday for my Mom, myself, and DD9 in 3 weeks. I couldn't pass up the Florida Resident rate to take a "3 Generations" trip with my mom, who has MS and has had a rough year. She's been doing well lately, so I figured, why not? DD is only in the 4th grade, so she can miss a few days of school (unlike her brothers, who are in the 6th and 9th grades) and I'm so blessed to still have my Mom, when so many of my friends seem to be losing theirs. She's also watching our kids in December so DH and I can celebrate our 20th anniversary. Now, I'm REALLY looking forward to that cruise! We are still in for the FE exchange, so please add our cabin number to the list. See you all soon!

Rose :)

[Fatima1922]

DIS NAME - Fatima1922
ADULTS - 2 adults, Fatima and Kenny
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Amaya - 3
STATE - NJ

Other info:
Room Number - 2068
Early seating
Palo on Saturday at 8:30pm
Flying in on the day of :confused3 don't know what I was thinking when I did that! Praying for good weather and no delays!


Not completely sure how the FE works but if someone can explain the details we may be interested!

[pgsahm2]

cruiseorrs, on the FE list you accidentally added my parents (Vickie and Gene) to the last person's info. They need to go with Amanda and Shawn under pgsahm2. Thanks!!

We are 50 days out!!!!!!

[PrincessDuck]

Wow!! I can't wait...it is getting so close. We did not get an offer for the upgrade. We also booked thru Dreams Unlimited, so hopefully we will get an email from them. We have a category 12 GTY booked. We definatley want to do the fish extender stuff. Just let me know the procedures for this...

Daisy

[PrincessDuck]

Okay, first question about fish extender. Do I get one with 2 pockets (the kids) or 4 pockets? I need to order one from someone....

[Tweet]

Hi, I am new to this and will be going on Dec17 for the 3 night. Iwould like to join for the FE. Can you tell me what to buy and how it works please?

[Fatima1922]

Just booked a room at the Comfort Suites. We are a family of 3. If there is a family of 5 that was planning on going and was contemplating renting another room, you can join us. It would be about $60 for a child under 15. If it is an adult, it would be $82 when you add the additional cost of having an adult in the room, energy surcharge and housekeeping.

PM me if you are interested.

[Tweet]

Please include usfor FE. We have two rooms but no room numbers yet.
DIS NAME(s) Tweet
ADULTS 2 Schulget/Boes
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Eric 17, Sam 17
STATE Illinois

[Fatima1922]

Hi, I am new to this and will be going on Dec17 for the 3 night. Iwould like to join for the FE. Can you tell me what to buy and how it works please?

They have great info on how to make FE on the DIS FAQ. I am so not creative but am pretty excited about trying to make one. One question I am hoping that someone can answer is it one gift per day or per cruise?

[cruiseorrs]

So I think I updated everyone on the FE list on page 7. Please forgive me if I added something incorrectly, and also please let me know if I need to make a change.

I can't wait!! We are 44 days away! This will be my first time also doing to Fish Exchange. So I'm not a real good one on filling anyone in on details.

I will be purchasing lots of fun gifts to distribute though. :) And if you're not on this list, and would like to participate, I'll be happy to add you. I think we came up with November 22nd as the cut-off date, so we will have a month to get gifts together.

Thanks all!! :lovestruc:lovestruc:lovestruc:lovestruc:lovestruc

[Tweet]

Can you tell me where I find the updated list for the FE on Dec 17? Thanks!

[cruiseorrs]

Fe list

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Families that would like to participate in the FE Exchange  Let me know if you’d like me to add or remove you. I did consolidate information for this list to give you numbers of families, and children, and room numbers. I only compiled this list based on who actually said “yes” to the FE question in this thread. If I overlooked you, I’m sorry! I’d be happy to update all information. And I can’t wait to get all the gifts together. My 3 year old son is going to have a BLAST walking around and leaving surprise gifts at your door!! 63 DAYS TILL CRUISE TIME!!!!

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DIS NAME: dceks cruisers
2 Adults: Dave & DW Connie (me)
2 kids: Erik (14), Katelyn (9)
Room #7076
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DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 4 adults, Amanda and Shawn, Vickie and Gene
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - 3 kids, Braxton- 10, Camden- turning 8 on 12/17, Dawson- 3
Room Number - 2143

DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 2 adults Vickie and Gene
Room Number - 2145
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DIS NAME - canuckgal
ADULTS - 2 adults - Michelle (me) and my husband James
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Sadie who will be 8
Room #6094
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DIS NAME - BoogasMom
ADULTS - Amy and Todd
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Brandon will be 9 and Carson will be 6 when we cruise
Cat 12 GTY right now so no room number yet.
My boys would love to participate in the FE exchange so sign them up, too
________________________________________

Dis Name - Margo in Cinci
2 Adults: DH - Steve and Me - Margo
DS - Fred 10
Room # 6132
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DISNAME - cbmeadors
Adults - Brett and Deaven
Kids - Sophie (9) and Jake (7)
Room - 5518
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DIS NAME(s) - degrapevine
ADULTS - David (43) and Rose (39) - Celebrating 20th anniversary
KIDS - Leaving 'em at home w/the Grandparents!
Room # 2510
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Dis Name~Capt. Jack
Adults~Gary & Charlene
Kid~Gillian (will be 10 at cruise time)
Cat 12 GTY so no stateroom # yet.
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DIS NAME: PrincessDuck
ADULTS Chris and Daisy(hence princessduck!!) - going on a 7 day cruise in Oct.
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years (their first cruise)
Room # ??
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DIS NAME(s): cruiseorrs
ADULTS: 2
KIDS: 1 son (Marek) 3yrs old
ROOM: 2558
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DIS NAME(s): pmama
ADULTS, 2 - Dustan, Brooke
KIDS, 2- DD9(Hope) DD5 (Faith)
ROOM: 2612
EXTRA: This is our first cruise, can't wait!
FISH EXTENDER: YES the girls are so excited for this.

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DIS NAME(s) Tweet
ADULTS 2 Schulget/Boes
ROOM: 2 Rooms, no number yet
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Eric 17, Sam 17
STATE Illinois

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DIS NAME - Fatima1922
ADULTS - 2 adults, Fatima and Kenny
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Amaya - 3
STATE - NJ
Stateroom 2068

[Fatima1922]

Sorry I think I was missed on the FE list. Please add us. I am very excited about participating.

DIS NAME - Fatima1922
ADULTS - 2 adults, Fatima and Kenny
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Amaya - 3
STATE - NJ
Stateroom 2068

[cruiseorrs]

I updated the FE list, thanks all!

Amber :)
:santa::santa:

[momster24]

:yay:
I am SO happy to find this thread. I actually have been looking at another "cruise forum" (as I forgot about this one) I could not understand why there were so few fellow cruisers.

This is our third Disney Wonder cruise. Our last was May 24, 2009. This is our bounce-back. We are so, so, SO excited. We also cant wait to see this decked out for the holidays.

about us:


DIS NAME - momster24
ADULTS - 2 Adam and Dawn
KIDS - DS, Aydan - 7
STATE - Florida, (south)
Room #2500
Palo - Definitely. 2nd night (only thing available)
Dining - Early seating

[momster24]

Can we join FE too?:flower3:

[Jennifer_W]

Hello fellow cruisers!!! :cool1: & FE tip :santa:

I have been lurking for months now, I think this is my first post. This will be our third Disney cruise, but first time on the Wonder. We are doing this with the bounceback offer from Feb. 14, 2009 cruise, and were on the fence for awhile if we would actually be able to go on this one--whether or not the kids could miss school for a week.

Anywhoo, we are me (Jennifer), DH Mark, DS Alex (15), DS Ben (13) & DS Luke (2 & 1/2), and my hubby's DA (dear auntie) Faye & cousin Sue. We have 2 cat 9 staterooms on deck 2. Too lazy to dig up the info right now. Not sure if we will do the FE this time around...we did last time and it was lots of fun, but I am trying to do a "low-key no stress" vaca this time. I mean I know the cruise is relaxation; I just get stressed preparing ahead of time & doing everything for our family of 5.

But, my tip for a FE (the actual pocket/mailbox thing) is to go to Target in the dollar section. They usually have cute hard paper boxes or bins or tin bucket type things. We cruised on Valentine's Day last year, and I got 2 pink open topped box/bin cardboard containers, made some Minnie and Mickey cut-outs on my Cricut machine and tied a cute piece of ribbon to hang them. Make your ribbon as long as you think you might need it, and then just tie a knot to make it shorter once you're on board. You just don't want to obscure the actual "fish" outside your door, which DCL will use to send you notes, etc. occasionally. We used one mailbox for each cabin. Our Target has all kinds of cute Christmas type boxes now.

We didn't really need separate pockets for each person, but of course ours was kind of a basic FE. I know there are some people on the boards who make really beautiful fancy-schmancy ones, so it's just whatever you like.

So, that's my 2 cents on making a FE. pirate:

[dceks cruisers]

Welcome to the

Tweet, momster24 and Jennifer_W families which adds 14 more to our cruise meet crew!

Arrrr we gettin' excited??????:dance3:

[dceks cruisers]

Please let me know if your info needs updating on page 1. I can add room numbers for those receiving assignments or changes since the original post. I can update your FE info on Pg. 1 but the real FE list is maintained by cruiseorrs on page 6 - post #85.

I'll try to log in more frequently to keep things current. :surfweb:

Connie

[Fatima1922]

Hi Connie,

Will there be an opportunity for the people on this thread to meet while on the cruise? This is my first DCL so I am not sure we just to the FE or we will officially meet each other.

[Tweet]

Thanks for all the info. Can't wait forthe time to come! We have are rooms they are #2137 and #2139. One adult and one 17 year old in each room.

[pgsahm2]

Tweet, we are only a few staterooms away in 2143 and 2145. Hi neighbor!

I wanted to stop in and say hello to the newbies. Our meet thread is a bit on the quiet side but I hope we can start to chatter a bit more since our cruise is in only a month!!

My kids still don't know about the cruise.... hehehe... Anyone else still keeping a secret?

Where do we want to meet once we board? In the lobby at 3:00? I'm just throwing out an idea. Any other suggestions?

What excursions does everyone have planned?

Who has Palo reservations?

Who feels like there's too much to do and too little time to do it before the trip?!!!!

[Tweet]

Nice to meet you neighbor! We decided to tell our boys that we are going. A friend of mine and I started talking one child at a time for a mother/son trip when they were 12. Dad stayed home with the other kids. This is our first Disney cruise and we are so excited! We do have Palo reservations on Thursday. Thats all that was left. Can't wait to do the FE , but are haveing the hardest time making one:confused3

[Jennifer_W]

[QUOTE=pgsahm2;34271092]Tweet, we are only a few staterooms away in 2143 and 2145. Hi neighbor!

We are in 2622 & 2624, anyone near us? May I apologize in advance for my toddler at afternoon naptime and my teenagers at any misc. time...?:confused3

Where do we want to meet once we board? In the lobby at 3:00? I'm just throwing out an idea. Any other suggestions?

Beach Blanket Buffet might be nice...the family can eat while the DIS-members talk? Outside if it's nice or inside if it's not...somebody could make a cute sign or some way to let everyone know this is the DISmeet. Just a suggestion. Any others? More options are always good. :)

What excursions does everyone have planned?

We have NONE planned, other than Flounder's reef for part of the Castaway Cay day. We may take a couple of taxis to Paradise Island in Nassau; have to research that soon.

Who has Palo reservations?

Nope.

Who feels like there's too much to do and too little time to do it before the trip]?!!!!

Yes! AND too much I want to do to get done on a 3 day cruise! I cannot wait to see the ship and Castaway Cay decorated for Christmas!!! I saw pics online of CC decorated anyway--hope they really do that! :santa:[/[/I]QUOTE]

[Jennifer_W]

OK, sorry that post was confusing.

--:guilty:Jennifer W.
who obviously has NO idea how to quote properly...

[Fatima1922]

Tweet, we are only a few staterooms away in 2143 and 2145. Hi neighbor!

I wanted to stop in and say hello to the newbies. Our meet thread is a bit on the quiet side but I hope we can start to chatter a bit more since our cruise is in only a month!!

My kids still don't know about the cruise.... hehehe... Anyone else still keeping a secret?

Where do we want to meet once we board? In the lobby at 3:00? I'm just throwing out an idea. Any other suggestions?

What excursions does everyone have planned?

Who has Palo reservations?

Who feels like there's too much to do and too little time to do it before the trip?!!!!

I am SOOO glad you are starting the chat. This is my first DCL cruise. Been on RCL and CCL a number of times but I have not been as excited for any of them as I am for this one. I am hoping my DH likes it because this way I can book a 7 day one on board:)

We have Palo reservations for Saturday at 8:30pm. It will be nice to spend some quality time with my DH. It's hard to do with a 3 year old.

No excursions planned. I originally booked Comfort Suites but after reading some threads and pming a person I decided to cancel. We will take a cab over check out the hotel and then head over to the public beach that is about a 1/2 mile down.

AND yes to having too much to do! I work on a college campus and we are in the midst of running a week long H1N1 vaccination clinic which is taking up all of my work days (and nights:sad2:) Which means I still have work on my desk to do. Then I have to plan Thanksgiving and have all the holiday shopping done before we leave. But I have to be honest - the thought makes me super excited. From Thanksgiving through New Years is my favorite time of year.

Funny enough in all this craziness going on in my life, I was able to finish my FE and now am deciding on gifts:banana:

[Namsupak]

We are getting super excited with each passing day... however I still have way too much to do! This is our first time traveling with the baby and I'm getting to the freak out point. Althoug DH did point out that it's not like we're going to the ends of the earth and if we forget anything we can always pick it up in Orlando.

We've got all of Lorelei's christmas stuff done, so now we're just trying to make our packing list.

We'll be at Palo's on Sat at 6 pm. :goodvibes

We'll be getting to WDW on Dec 12 and staying at Saratoga Springs till the cruise. We're trying to get that changed because we really want to stay at the new Bay Lake Towers so hopefully here in a few days people start cancelling and we can get in. After the cruise we're going to back to WDW and staying at the Beach Club. :woohoo: We've never stayed there before so we're excited.

This time we're also taking a van to port through FLtours so we should get there earlier than last time since we're leaving at 10. I just felt a little safer having a carseat for Lorelei.

I think 3 at the lobby sounds great. Do we have anyone making a list and name tags? Maybe I missed it.

Yesterday we booked the Maiden Voyage for the Disney Dream. I can barely contain my excitement and I have to wait over a year! Anyone else going with us?

[PrincessDuck]

I haven't even thought about packing yet!! Just trying to get to Thanksgiving week. Hubby has that week off!! I am done Christmas shopping. I just need to get things wrapped and stocking finished as it get closer.

We are staying at the Animal Kingdom Villas the night before and at the Willderness Lodge Villas for a few days after. We are just now trying to figure out the transportation between the hotels and port. I was wondering if anyone would want to split a van with drive with us. We could do a town car, but need a booster and a car seat. Please let me know if anyone is interested and we can see if they would mind doing two stops. We just don't want to mess with a rental car and even a car service is cheaper than Disney busses!

Daisy

[momster24]

Hi everyone,

What we did for our last cruise on the Wonder in order to "see" other members while in the terminal, I thought was a pretty good idea. Home Depot has Disney paint samples in the shape of Mickey Heads. They have a bright green color, some people would then either put them on their shirts or on a bag, so others would see each other. A few others, myself included, went to a craft store and bought the bright green tees and we all wore them. We made a couple of iron-ons from the other design board (magnets) with our names.

Another thing was to do an informal meet at the sail away party. Just to meet at the right side of the stage and say Hi!

I am SO excited, only sad it is just 3 nights. But this was our bounce-back, so 3 is much better than none. :cloud9:

[Fatima1922]

Wow I am impressed with everyone who is done Christmas shopping. I just started with the children in my life. Disneystore.com was selling pjs for $5.00!!!! So all the small kids are getting pjs.

Dawn, I like the idea of being able to identify each other by either the green Mickey or the lime green shirts. If tees are a go, Michael's is selling tees 5 for $10 and AC Moore 4 for $10. Not sure of the colors.

[pooh173]

Tweet, we are only a few staterooms away in 2143 and 2145. Hi neighbor!

I wanted to stop in and say hello to the newbies. Our meet thread is a bit on the quiet side but I hope we can start to chatter a bit more since our cruise is in only a month!!

My kids still don't know about the cruise.... hehehe... Anyone else still keeping a secret?

Where do we want to meet once we board? In the lobby at 3:00? I'm just throwing out an idea. Any other suggestions?

What excursions does everyone have planned?

Who has Palo reservations?

Who feels like there's too much to do and too little time to do it before the trip?!!!!

I dont believe it-we have been upgraded to Cat 10 rooms and my daughter Vikki and grandson Liam age 2 and a 1/2 are next door in 2147 and they dont know anything about the trip :cool1:look out for their door decorations as I have them all ready for them My Dh and I will be in 2605 so not too far away

[momster24]

If tees are a go, Michael's is selling tees 5 for $10 and AC Moore 4 for $10. Not sure of the colors.

We got our tes at AC Moore. They have tons of colors. Also, if anyone is planning on having a t-shirt or pillow case signed by the characters, while in the craft store, pick up a pack of laundry markers in a multi-color set. This way there will not be a problem washing the items.

[cruiseorrs]

Hey everyone!

I have updated the FE list on post 85. I just made a couple changes. Please take a quick look and let me know if you're missing, or if anything is incorrect. I will make updates and send a follow-up post.

37 days till we are on the boat! Looks like a bunch of us are neighbors, I'll be looking for all your door flair!

I love the idea of meeting on the right side of the stage at the Sailaway Party. That way we can all casually meet up and chat with the families. :thumbsup2

I'll try to check back more often, I'm so not super good about checking up.

Cheers!
:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay: :yay::yay::yay:

[Fatima1922]

Hey everyone!

I have updated the FE list on post 85. I just made a couple changes. Please take a quick look and let me know if you're missing, or if anything is incorrect. I will make updates and send a follow-up post.

37 days till we are on the boat! Looks like a bunch of us are neighbors, I'll be looking for all your door flair!

I love the idea of meeting on the right side of the stage at the Sailaway Party. That way we can all casually meet up and chat with the families. :thumbsup2

I'll try to check back more often, I'm so not super good about checking up.

Cheers!
:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay: :yay::yay::yay:

Good Morning,

Happy Veterans Day to all that have serviced or have family that are (or did) service.

On another note, I am missing from post 85 but am on the 107 post.

Fatima

[Tweet]

Are staterooms are not listed but we do have them now. They are 2137 and 2139. Thanks! Counting the days:cheer2:

[Fatima1922]

Nice to meet you neighbor! We decided to tell our boys that we are going. A friend of mine and I started talking one child at a time for a mother/son trip when they were 12. Dad stayed home with the other kids. This is our first Disney cruise and we are so excited! We do have Palo reservations on Thursday. Thats all that was left. Can't wait to do the FE , but are haveing the hardest time making one:confused3

Hi Tweet,

I have no sewing skills whatsoever. I made mine using the no sew directions. It wasn't that easy but doable. I am a learner so I had to keep the picture up while going through the step by step directions. I would post the pic of the FE but I can't figure out how to do that.

[cruiseorrs]

:cool1:Fe list :cool1:

The cut-off date to be added to the FE will be November 22. One month to sailing, this will give us enough time for shopping. :) Thanks all! If you're not on the list, and want to participate, let me know and I'll add you. :santa:

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Families that would like to participate in the FE Exchange  Let me know if you’d like me to add or remove you. I did consolidate information for this list to give you numbers of families, and children, and room numbers. I only compiled this list based on who actually said “yes” to the FE question in this thread. If I overlooked you, I’m sorry! I’d be happy to update all information. And I can’t wait to get all the gifts together. My 3 year old son is going to have a BLAST walking around and leaving surprise gifts at your door!! 36DAYS TILL CRUISE TIME!!!!

________________________________________

DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 4 adults, Amanda and Shawn, Vickie and Gene
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - 3 kids, Braxton- 10, Camden- turning 8 on 12/17, Dawson- 3
Room Number - 2143

DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 2 adults Vickie and Gene
Room Number - 2145
________________________________________

DIS NAME - canuckgal
ADULTS - 2 adults - Michelle (me) and my husband James
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Sadie who will be 8
Room #6094
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DIS NAME - BoogasMom
ADULTS - Amy and Todd
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Brandon will be 9 and Carson will be 6 when we cruise
Cat 12 GTY right now so no room number yet.
My boys would love to participate in the FE exchange so sign them up, too
________________________________________

Dis Name - Margo in Cinci
2 Adults: DH - Steve and Me - Margo
DS - Fred 10
Room # 6132
________________________________________

DISNAME - cbmeadors
Adults - Brett and Deaven
Kids - Sophie (9) and Jake (7)
Room - 5518
________________________________________

DIS NAME(s) - degrapevine
ADULTS - David (43) and Rose (39) - Celebrating 20th anniversary
KIDS - Leaving 'em at home w/the Grandparents!
Room # 2510
________________________________________

Dis Name~Capt. Jack
Adults~Gary & Charlene
Kid~Gillian (will be 10 at cruise time)
Cat 12 GTY so no stateroom # yet.
________________________________________

DIS NAME: PrincessDuck
ADULTS Chris and Daisy(hence princessduck!!) - going on a 7 day cruise in Oct.
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years (their first cruise)
Room # ??
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DIS NAME(s): cruiseorrs
ADULTS: 2
KIDS: 1 son (Marek) 3yrs old
ROOM: 2558
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DIS NAME(s): pmama
ADULTS, 2 - Dustan, Brooke
KIDS, 2- DD9(Hope) DD5 (Faith)
ROOM: 2612
EXTRA: This is our first cruise, can't wait!
FISH EXTENDER: YES the girls are so excited for this.

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DIS NAME(s) Tweet
ADULTS 2 Schulget/Boes
ROOM: 2137, 2139
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Eric 17, Sam 17
STATE Illinois

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DIS NAME - Fatima1922
ADULTS - 2 adults, Fatima and Kenny
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Amaya - 3
STATE - NJ
ROOM: 2068

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DIS NAME - momster24
ADULTS - 2 Adam and Dawn
KIDS - DS, Aydan - 7
STATE - Florida, (south)
Room #2500

[margolyn]

:dance3::dance3:Okay, everyone...

Are we all getting ready?

I've actually made lists for everything I have to do, its just where to begin....:confused3

Going to even still do some of my cooking and baking.... but not like usual...

Hope all is well and I hope my ticker works at the bottom. If not you all can laugh at me.

Shout out the Valentine Voyagers. My son actually asked "So we were the Valentine Voyagers last time. What are we called this time?

Any ideas? Holiday Pirates? pirate::tinker::tinker::donald:

[margolyn]

Oh and thank you for the list. AWESOME Cruisorr!

[pgsahm2]

Margo, I made a super-de-dooper list the other day and it makes me want to cry when I think of how long it is! lol

I will probably have a Little Green Mickey Head on the bag I'm carrying while in the port. We will more than likely get there by 10:30 so feel free to come up and say hello. I'll be the one with three boys, ready to pull out my hair.

We are staying at POR from 12/12 til leaving on the Wonder. Then when we get off the boat we'll be heading home....

I think we need a name too. Anyone with ideas?

We are also at Palo on Saturday at 8:30! :)

No excursions for us... We'll be enjoying the quiet ship while in Nassau and then lying on the beach at Castaway.

I really, really need to get it together and start marking things off my list! Only 28 days til we head to Florida!

[margolyn]

OMG! That means I have like 29 days!

No excursions for us either although I think I would like to enjoy some cuisine and adult beverages while in Nassau....

Searching for fun and innovative FEs....

Gonna start the xmas shopping...

Names - I am trying to come up with something holiday Bahama like.... or pirate like...

[Fatima1922]

Took the day off to use a spa gift certificate my brother gave me for my 40th bday LAST YEAR!!! It almost expired. That would have been a HUGE waste. I almost remember what it was like to pamper myself:). How life changes after children! Started doing some Christmas shopping today. The Disney store has a friends and family 20% coupon and Old Navy/Gap 30% coupon so I got some great deals:cool1: I was almost floored at the fact that Santa is already in the malls.

Now it is time to work on my FE gifts:banana: Is anyone bring extra gifts? I was looking at the original meet list and there are a few families that didn't mention the FE but they have children. I don't know if they have been checking this thread.

I'll have my green mickey tag as well. I will be with the man with the screw face because I have him getting on a ship against his will (or so he says);). Gotta love him!

No excursions here either. Probably just head to Paradise Island so DH can see Atlantis and maybe hit the beach after that. I do have to say Dec 17 could get here any faster!

[pgsahm2]

My parents rec'd their cruise docs from UPS this morning! I'm on the look out for my UPS guy this afternoon. Anyone else rec'd theirs?

The FE list cut off is coming up Sunday. If you haven't signed up and want to participate make sure your name is on the list that cruiseorrs has put together for us. http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34296529&postcount=134

We'll be cruising in a month!!!!

[pgsahm2]

And our docs arrived today too!!! Yippee!!!

Anybody else? Anyone with an upgrade?

[cruiseorrs]

Fe list - latest and greatest!

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Fe list (Welcome to the FE List Angela and family!)

The cut-off date to be added to the FE will be November 22. One month to sailing, this will give us enough time for shopping. Thanks all! If you're not on the list, and want to participate, let me know and I'll add you.

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Families that would like to participate in the FE Exchange  Let me know if you’d like me to add or remove you. I did consolidate information for this list to give you numbers of families, and children, and room numbers. I only compiled this list based on who actually said “yes” to the FE question in this thread. If I overlooked you, I’m sorry! I’d be happy to update all information. And I can’t wait to get all the gifts together. My 3 year old son is going to have a BLAST walking around and leaving surprise gifts at your door!! 30DAYS TILL CRUISE TIME!!!!

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DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 4 adults, Amanda and Shawn, Vickie and Gene
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - 3 kids, Braxton- 10, Camden- turning 8 on 12/17, Dawson- 3
Room Number - 2143

DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 2 adults Vickie and Gene
Room Number - 2145
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DIS NAME - canuckgal
ADULTS - 2 adults - Michelle (me) and my husband James
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Sadie who will be 8
Room #6094
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DIS NAME - BoogasMom
ADULTS - Amy and Todd
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Brandon will be 9 and Carson will be 6 when we cruise
Room # 6002
My boys would love to participate in the FE exchange so sign them up, too
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Dis Name - Margo in Cinci
2 Adults: DH - Steve and Me - Margo
DS - Fred 10
Room # 6132
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DISNAME - cbmeadors
Adults - Brett and Deaven
Kids - Sophie (9) and Jake (7)
Room - 5518
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DIS NAME(s) - degrapevine
ADULTS - David (43) and Rose (39) - Celebrating 20th anniversary
KIDS - Leaving 'em at home w/the Grandparents!
Room # 2510
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Dis Name~Capt. Jack
Adults~Gary & Charlene
Kid~Gillian (will be 10 at cruise time)
Cat 12 GTY so no stateroom # yet.
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DIS NAME: PrincessDuck
ADULTS Chris and Daisy(hence princessduck!!) - going on a 7 day cruise in Oct.
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years (their first cruise)
Room # ??
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DIS NAME(s): cruiseorrs
ADULTS: 2
KIDS: 1 son (Marek) 3yrs old
ROOM: 2558
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DIS NAME(s): pmama
ADULTS, 2 - Dustan, Brooke
KIDS, 2- DD9(Hope) DD5 (Faith)
ROOM: 2612
EXTRA: This is our first cruise, can't wait!
FISH EXTENDER: YES the girls are so excited for this.

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DIS NAME(s) Tweet
ADULTS 2 Schulget/Boes
ROOM: 2137, 2139
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Eric 17, Sam 17
STATE Illinois

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DIS NAME - Fatima1922
ADULTS - 2 adults, Fatima and Kenny
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Amaya - 3
STATE - NJ
ROOM: 2068

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DIS NAME - momster24
ADULTS - 2 Adam and Dawn
KIDS - DS, Aydan - 7
STATE - Florida, (south)
Room #2500

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DIS NAME - Neriberi
ADULTS - 2 Rob and Angela
KIDS - Annabel (2yrs old)
Room # 6134

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[cruiseorrs]

Due to shopping, we will stop adding names to the list for the FE Exchange on November 22nd. This will give us about 3 weeks to shop for gifts. The cut off is in 5 days. If you're not on the list and would love to participate, please let me know and I'll be thrilled to add you.

Can't wait to cruise with you all!

I'll try and come up with some catchy name for our group. Any ideas, shout them out! :thumbsup2

[BoogasMom]

Due to shopping, we will stop adding names to the list for the FE Exchange on November 22nd. This will give us about 3 weeks to shop for gifts. The cut off is in 5 days. If you're not on the list and would love to participate, please let me know and I'll be thrilled to add you.

Can't wait to cruise with you all!

I'll try and come up with some catchy name for our group. Any ideas, shout them out! :thumbsup2

I don't have a catchy name for our group.....:sad1: but I do have a room number to add to our listing on the FE list! We are in 6002.

Also, we sadly didn't get our cruise documents today....hopefully we will tomorrow!:worried:

[Namsupak]

We got our cruise docs yesterday! :woohoo:

Unfortunately I'm not good with catchy names but I can't wait to hear what someone comes up with. We have less than a month! popcorn::

[cruiseorrs]

We got our cruise docs today, I'm sure everyone will be getting them really soon!

[BoogasMom]

Still no docs for us.....:confused::confused3:rolleyes1:sad2::sad1:

[cbmeadors]

I am very excited, got our cruise docs today and we were upgraded from cat 8 to cat 6 and we have a verandah. Never had one before.*

New cabin for fe list 6032

Haven't been on here in a long time. Kids football was keeping me busy with practice/games, managing team website and editing year end video. Football season is over now (we won super bowl and cheerfest) and can start looking forward to vacation.*

We are staying at Bonnet Creek resort the night before the cruise. We have Palo booked Fri night at 7pm. We don't have any plans to leave the ship in Nassau this time. We did the dolphin encounter in February and it was a blast. I will try and find my trip report and link if anyone is interested.*

Our last cruise thread we did a picture-a-day leading up to the trip of past cruises or vacations, anyone want to that here? *I am on my phone now but will put a picture up tonight.

If I missed it sorry but are we planning a meet at all? By the pool or anything?

[Tweet]

Hi, I would love to hear about the dolphin swim. We are considering it. Thanks!

[Namsupak]

Here are a few ideas my DH and I came up with for the group name:

1. Mickey's Merry Mates
2. Mickey’s Mistletoe Marauders
3. Mickey’s Yuletide Yachtsmen
:banana:

[pgsahm2]

I like the idea of sharing a photo each day. Good idea!

I like Mickey's Merry Mates. Cool name! Anyone else with ideas?

And yes, we still need to decide on a meeting time and place. I would rather not meet for lunch as my family will be eating lunch and heading straight to the pool. Last cruise we met at 3 in the lobby. This worked out very well as everyone had had time to get into their rooms, drop off bags, etc. That's just an idea though!

Here's a picture from Castaway Cay! Enjoy!

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt176/myimages2009/DisneyCruiseFebruary2009326.jpg

[Namsupak]

Thats a great picture. DH liked Mickey's Mistletoe Marauders the best.

[pgsahm2]

Is everyone gearing up for Turkey Day?

[BoogasMom]

That's a gorgeous pic, Amanda! Thanks for sharing!

We are gearing up for Turkey day and for Black Friday!

[cbmeadors]

Here is a picture I captured after our first meal at Palo.

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_2eSuJGPYTDU/SaFpYCeEONI/AAAAAAAAA9k/-fbwg5rtZN8/s800/Picture%20312.jpg

3pm does seem to be an ideal time, we met by the Goofy pool so the kids could swim if they wanted while the parents talked.

Tweet, Here is a link (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2092505) to my trip report from our February cruise with info about the dolphin encounter. Please feel free to ask if you have any questions.

[margolyn]

Mickey's Merry Mates works for us!

[Fatima1922]

Mickey's Merry Mates works for us!

Same here!

[PrincessDuck]

I just wanted to update our info. We did get our cruise docs in the mail last week!! We are getting so excited!

DIS NAME: PrincessDuck
ADULTS Chris and Daisy Swords
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years (their first cruise)
Room # 7001

I am going to start getting the list printed out to start doing FE gifts! Lots to do in the next few weeks!

Daisy

Oh! and I like the one name with the mistletoe in it

[BoogasMom]

I also vote for Mickey's Merry Mates!!! Now, what do you do with that??? :lmao:

[Namsupak]

Oh my gosh we leave so soon!!! I can't believe it's almost here. :banana:

We received MIL and SIL cruise docs the other day and they had the names spelled wrong... so hopefully we get everything changed and in order before time to go. :scared1:

It's so crazy that Thanksgiving is already upon us. I'll be celebrating by having my tonsils out tomorrow. I was suppose to have it done last December but found out I was pregnant instead. So no big dinner for me on Thursday. Instead lot's of jello and pudding and popsicles. Maybe this is exactly what I need to get my baby weight off :rotfl:

cbmeadors- that's an awesome pic! I love the lights on the ship at night

[dceks cruisers]

I like Mickey's Merry Mates. We finally broke down and told the kids they are going with us. They are soooooo excited! We had big family hugs and screams of happiness!

It looks like 3 pm will work for the meet. I'm fine with meeting at pool or lobby. My youngest is 9 so I don't need to keep a constant watch on her. If you have younger kids, do you have a preference of pool over lobby? Last cruise I went on someone made games for the kids and icebreakers for the adults. I really enjoyed it but it was work for someone and taking easy route of just meeting and gabbing is fine with me. Should we have name tag stickers so we can write our name and AKA DIS forum name on it for the meet?

Great photos posted! They really get me thinking of warm weather and great surroundings!

[dceks cruisers]

Namsupak - just noticed you are going on the maiden voyage! Lucky you! I would be on it in a heart beat but it gets harder to arrange the trips as the kids get older in school. I just moved my placeholder 7 day cruise to spring break 2011 but I do plan to check with onboard cruise bookings on our 12/17 cruise about switching things around! 7 days spring break or maiden voyage??Right now they cost about the same. We get less days on maiden but it is the MAIDEN VOYAGE!

[pgsahm2]

I think Mickey's Merry Mates is winning! :)

In case anyone wants to add me on Facebook (as I am a regular on there) please feel free to. You can find me at pgsahm @ gmail.com (omit the spaces).

It's coming up quickly!

[pmama]

I too like Mickey's Merry Mates. The original 4-day cruise we had booked was "Mickey's Merry Cruisers". I liked that name but I like Mates even better.:thumbsup2

[cbmeadors]

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_2eSuJGPYTDU/SZoPQzJZ36I/AAAAAAAAA54/GUQH-hwUO0U/s800/Picture%20164.jpg

[momster24]

I like Mickey's Merry Mates!

I can't believe it is almost time! We just got our Santa hats with Mickey ears in the mail from the Disney Store. Still no docs yet.

Does anyone know what time the "drill" is and the sail-away party? Is that somewhere around the time of our 3:00 meet?

We are going to be at Palo Friday 6:30. I think I saw someone was going to be there at 7:00 Friday. I can't wait for the calamari.... and everything else!

[Namsupak]

dceks cruisers- you should def switch to the maiden voyage. Then we can do 3 cruises together! :goodvibes We are so excited to be a part of a maiden voyage. We had considered doing another longer cruise, but you only get 1 chance to do the maiden voyage:thumbsup2 I vote switch. It's already super exciting over on the MV thread and we still have more than a year.

[pgsahm2]

The drill is usually at 4 and sailaway is after that.

I also look forward to calamari at Palo. It's the best I've ever had!

We have 17 days til heading to the World and I still have so much to do. First I have to get passed Thanksgiving at my house tomorrow. Then I can hopefully concentrate on the other stuff that needs to be done. What was I thinking planning a trip during our busiest time of the year?!!! LOL

[IrishCowboy]

Subscribing

[Namsupak]

Happy Thanksgiving! We'll be on the cruise before you know it :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana: After today it's time to start getting things together and start packing :laundy:

[Neriberi]

Now that Thanksgiving and Black Friday are over, it seems like the days are going to crawl by. We are ready to fly to Orlando! We're taking my parents and 3 friends (all new cruisers) and we get SO excited whenever we describe the cruise to them. We're spending a couple of days before and after at WDW, but I have to confess that the cruise is the highlight of our trip!

[dceks cruisers]

I think I'm beginning to talk like Dory from Finding Nemo! This trip will be sooo fun! We will soon see the Wonder lobby! Woohoo!

:fish: Dory: [interrupting] Ooh! Ooh! Ooh! I'm so excited! I've always wanted to see... "The Little Mermaid"!

[pgsahm2]

Whenever I get on the backside of Thanksgiving I feel like I can concentrate on Christmas. But this year I have to get Christmas DONE before the 12th! Yikes!

Remember: FE Exchange sign up ends tomorrow!!!

Next week I hope to finish all of the FE shopping and sorting. Plus I have t-shirts that still need to be made. Wish me luck!

Has everyone been assigned a room number now?

[Namsupak]

Neriberi- i know what you mean. We're bringing MIL and SIL on their first cruise and it's so exciting to explain everything to them. They're going to have a blast!

pgsahm2- I think I'm just going to do magazine subscriptions and gift cards for everyone since everything has to be wrapped up so early. Plus you can get some really great deals at magazines.com right now. Especially if you go through upromise. That might take away a lot of the stress for you :goodvibes

We hit up Carter's hard on Black Friday so Lorelei has all sorts of new clothes. Today we're taking her to get pictures taken and go pick up some other things we'll need for the cruise. Hopefully it's not too crazy out there and we can get through the traffic.

[pmama]

All gifts are wrapped and under the tree as of earlier this week.:thumbsup2 Knew we wouldn't have time as we will be gone Dec. 11-21. Most of the gifts we bought the kids for Christmas are trip related therefore they are wrapped and in the suitcase. Packing is proving a challenge. I've never packed for seven days on land and 3 days on a cruise before. I think we are going to make a suitcase that is specific for just the cruise so it can stay closed during the land portion. Yesterday went out and got all the essentials. Bonine, cough drops, pain med., etc. There was not one bottle of sunblock at Walmart. Can you believe that? I asked three different people and walked all over looking for it. Guess I should have taken care of some of this at the end of summer.:goodvibes

[Fatima1922]

Just saw it today. It was a very cute movie! Hopefully it will be showing on the ship because I would definitely recommend it. I actually won't mind watching again.

[cruiseorrs]

Fe list - latest and greatest!

I have all room numbers except from Captain Jack. Let me know when you get that.

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The cut-off date was on November 22. One month to sailing, this will give us enough time for shopping.

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Families that would like to participate in the FE Exchange  Let me know if you’d like me to add or remove you. I did consolidate information for this list to give you numbers of families, and children, and room numbers. I only compiled this list based on who actually said “yes” to the FE question in this thread. If I overlooked you, I’m sorry! I’d be happy to update all information. And I can’t wait to get all the gifts together. My 3 year old son is going to have a BLAST walking around and leaving surprise gifts at your door!! 19 DAYS TILL CRUISE TIME!!!!

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DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 4 adults, Amanda and Shawn, Vickie and Gene
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - 3 kids, Braxton- 10, Camden- turning 8 on 12/17, Dawson- 3
Room Number - 2143

DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 2 adults Vickie and Gene
Room Number - 2145
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DIS NAME - canuckgal
ADULTS - 2 adults - Michelle (me) and my husband James
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Sadie who will be 8
Room #6094
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DIS NAME - BoogasMom
ADULTS - Amy and Todd
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Brandon will be 9 and Carson will be 6 when we cruise
Room # 6002
My boys would love to participate in the FE exchange so sign them up, too
________________________________________

Dis Name - Margo in Cinci
2 Adults: DH - Steve and Me - Margo
DS - Fred 10
Room # 6132
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DISNAME - cbmeadors
Adults - Brett and Deaven
Kids - Sophie (9) and Jake (7)
Room - 6032
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DIS NAME(s) - degrapevine
ADULTS - David (43) and Rose (39) - Celebrating 20th anniversary
KIDS - Leaving 'em at home w/the Grandparents!
Room # 2510
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Dis Name~Capt. Jack
Adults~Gary & Charlene
Kid~Gillian (will be 10 at cruise time)
Cat 12 GTY so no stateroom # yet.
________________________________________

DIS NAME: PrincessDuck
ADULTS Chris and Daisy Swords
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years (their first cruise)
Room # 7001
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DIS NAME(s): cruiseorrs
ADULTS: 2
KIDS: 1 son (Marek) 3yrs old
ROOM: 2558
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DIS NAME(s): pmama
ADULTS, 2 - Dustan, Brooke
KIDS, 2- DD9(Hope) DD5 (Faith)
ROOM: 2612
EXTRA: This is our first cruise, can't wait!
FISH EXTENDER: YES the girls are so excited for this.

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DIS NAME(s) Tweet
ADULTS 2 Schulget/Boes
ROOM: 2137, 2139
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Eric 17, Sam 17
STATE Illinois

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DIS NAME - Fatima1922
ADULTS - 2 adults, Fatima and Kenny
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Amaya - 3
STATE - NJ
ROOM: 2068

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DIS NAME - momster24
ADULTS - 2 Adam and Dawn
KIDS - DS, Aydan - 7
STATE - Florida, (south)
Room #2500

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DIS NAME - Neriberi
ADULTS - 2 Rob and Angela
KIDS - Annabel (2yrs old)
Room # 6134

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[cruiseorrs]

Momster I think I got the same little christmas hat for my little one. The santa hat with Mickey ears and their name on it?

I am now really ready for this cruise! After getting back from our Thanksgiving trip Im ready for some cruising pampering! Not long now, only like 19 days. 2 and half weeks!

I love the name Mickeys Merry Mates. Very cute!

[degrapevine]

Hi, all!

Well, my DH and I are really looking forward to this cruise - Just the two of us, ALONE! We went on a 7 night in June w/our 3 kids, then DD and I went on a 3 night in July (Summer with the Stars - We met Corbin Bleu and the Sonny with a Chance cast [minus Demi L.]), and I just returned last Thursday from a 4 night w/DD and my mom. So this is my 4th cruise this year (blame the FL Resident rates!), but the first one w/o kids ... just DH and me celebrating our 20th anniversary. So, if anyone has any questions, please ask away!

This will be my 8th Disney cruise and I've probably encountered most anything you could imagine. We are looking forward to the FE exchange and seeing smiles on other people's :) kids' faces! I think it's funny seeing some of you already planning what you'll be packing ... I know I was that way on my first cruise, but after 3 already this year, we'll probably just be throwing things into our suitcases the night before (except for the FE gifts, which I need to get cracking on!). Best advice I can give is not to overpack and to bring your own bottled water and alcohol (especially wine or beer) in a soft sided cooler (no ice). Any more questions? Ask away!

Rose :)

[PrincessDuck]

Okay, I have questions about the fish extender. What are the general rules for the gifts? Any rules for passing them out? Just do it when we have time? I just want to make sure that we don't do something extremely wrong with this. The kids are going to have a ball with this!

Daisy

[margolyn]

FYI -

Gifts were small, cute fun.. think pencils fridge magnets, stuff from oriental trading or current or somewhere like that.

Someone gave us a cute "lost boys" fridge magnet about the cruise. Someone did the hershey bar wrappers that said "Valentine Voyagers" which is what we were that time...

There was lots of candy and some really WONDERFUL scrap booking mementos too! Some people are more creative than others (like everyone is more creative than me) some people did it all the first day, some people spread it out. I actually picked two different days to distribute my gifts. I did the last one on the Castaway Cay day. It was neat to see all the magnets on all the doors for the group. Really!

All in all, it was wonderful. It was great to get back to room and see something in the bag if you will. (we had a bag last time)...

Passed them out when I had time (late morning on sea days etc) last time...

Think simple, think cute, think fun.... and anything is wonderful - we're all swamped with holidays and cruise prep....

Not QUITE to the sleeps countdown but getting close!

See you all real soon!



pirate::dance3::santa::santa::flower3:

[margolyn]

Oh and totally jealous of the Dis Dream cruisers... Maiden Voyage should be AWESOME!!!!

[Namsupak]

Margo- Why don't you come with us on the maiden voyage?!? :goodvibes

[cbmeadors]

We had some of the items that Margo mentioned, pencils, disney magnets etc other people gave things from their home area. We had a dutch couple that gave dutch candies and clog decorations. One person gave grits (to cook when we got home) along with a cd of vacation tunes and other goodies.

We got airplane size bottles of liquor, pirate tattoos and goodies, glow in the darks things for the pirates party. Some gave a little (just a pencil and lollipop) others gave a lot (bags with flip flops, chocolates and a lot of other goodies) most were somewhere in the middle.

Some people put their names on the gifts so you knew who they were from and others didn't.

We grouped ours together by deck or area on the ship and when we were headed out to the pool or dinner or whatever and had a couple extra minutes we would grab a set and deliver them. The kids had a blast delivering them, looking at everyones doors, and of course see what was in their pockets when we got back to the room each time.

[cbmeadors]

I really want a santa hat with Stitch ears on it. I have seen people wearing them a couple times and have asked all over the parks and looked online but no luck. If anyone knows where I can find one please let me know.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/165/347156513_db85f53782.jpg

[degrapevine]

cbmeadors

We will be at the parks next weekend. Would you like me to look for a Stitch hat for you? I'd be happy to pick one up and bring it on the cruise ... Just let me know!

Rose :)

[canuckgal]

I can't participate in the FE exchange. I don't know where the time has gone, and I can't believe we leave in 13 days. I will be lucky if I get everything done for Christmas.

Sorry...hopefully we can do it on our next cruise, when I am more prepared. LOL!

[pgsahm2]

My FE gifts are almost complete! We leave in 9 days for WDW!

Reminder: if I see any of you in the parks please don't say anything about the cruise in front of my kids! :) They still don't know!

[cbmeadors]

Rose, if you don't mind keeping an eye out I would appreciate it. We are going to downtown Disney before the cruise but won't be in the parks until after. I am afraid they don't make it anymore. People have said they go on eBay for $70 or more, don't want one that bad but if I can find in the parks or DTD for $25 or less I would love to have one. Never wanted the Santa hat with Mickey ears but for some reason I think the stitch one is cool.:santa:

Thanks,

--Brett

[PrincessDuck]

OH please don't say how many days!!! That just freaked me out! I have so much to do! It will all get done though....hubby is off for the next 3 days, so he will help me then. Okay, deep breaths......:eek::scared:

Daisy

[momster24]

oh yeah! I got my documents today! I am so excited.

[pgsahm2]

Well, we are coming up on some of us leaving very soon and we still don't have details about a meet. I'm going to take the reins and say we are going to meet in the lobby at 3:00 on Thursday afternoon. It'll be a short meet and greet before we all have to be at the boat drill.

Time is flying! Soon we'll be cruising!

[margolyn]

Can you all believe it? I have all the FE stuff and will start organizing it today.... Got most of the Christmess stuff done so that when we can get back we can just enjoy being home and festive.

YAY! Are we excited or what everyone?

:santa::santa::santa::santa:


Keep breathing and keep believing! It WILL ALL GET DONE and we will all be on the boat in 11 DAYS!!!

[BoogasMom]

Oh my goodness! We leave this Saturday!!!! I still have so much packing to do. Does anyone have any packing tips?????

[cbmeadors]

Looks like we are still missing a cabin number in the fish extender list, unless there is a more up to date version.

[Jennifer_W]

Oh my goodness! We leave this Saturday!!!! I still have so much packing to do. Does anyone have any packing tips?????

This is a helpful thread:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=468132

Also, pack light, pack light, pack light! Last cruise I actually wrote what I brought and afterwards made notes on what I actually wore. It was really surprising. I wore about a third to a half of what I brought, and I only brought 1 suitcase, plus some stuff in a garment bag--for the 7 day cruise. The nice thing about DCL is that they have laundry rooms available (extra charge). Surprisingly, some cruise lines do not have this available to guests. Not that I like doing laundry on vacation, but it's nice to know you can wash things if you need to.

There is also a packing list link (I think on the thread mentioned above), but take that with a grain of salt. It was written before the airlines started charging for every stinking bag. Do I really need a tuxedo for my 2 1/2 year old for formal night? NO. A polo shirt and khakis (worn many other times as well) will do just fine.

Do I need my own special hair dryer from home? Not anymore, not with the new luggage limits. Do I need bungee cords to hold the connecting doors open? No, my room steward will bring us door stoppers without even asking. Do I need a nightlight? Probably not--the closet doors have lights if you leave them open slightly, as do the bathrooms. Do I need an air freshener? maybe! :rotfl:

Must brings, however:
--highlighters, one color for each person, to highlight the daily schedule
--a whiteboard to leave notes INSIDE the cabin to one another as to where you are, etc.
--an envelope of one dollar bills for tipping for the free room service, use the leftovers on your way home (bills, not food) :laughing:
--a cheap shoe holder from the dollar store or Target to organize all the little crud that you need to find all the time, as counter space is at a premium in the cabins
--an eye patch or some other small pirate-y things for anyone who is into that for pirate night
--cheap glow in the dark necklaces, etc. for the kiddos at night
--laundry detergent (I am excited they have sheets now!) & quarters for the machines (it's just easier if you bring about $5 worth, then you have them & you're not at the mercy of the change machine)

This is what our family of five finds important to bring, anyway. Hope it helps and doesn't bore anyone too much!

I CANNOT believe we leave in 6 days!!! I am in the "stunned-but-I-could-easily-throw-up-if-I-think-about-it-too-much" stage of planning.

[SailingSeas]

So new to this thread, we booked so last minute it's not funny. It's the only thing the kids wanted for the holidays. Looking to find out if there are others going with the same ages. It's also my first cruise alone with the kids, and they aren't looking forward to spending time with Mom - going to feel like that Disney commercial from years ago where you embark and the kids vaporize.

Anyways, my daughter is hounding me for other teens on board, she is 13 and very excited to be in the teen area. It looks like there are a whole bevvy of teen Eric's on board, but are there any girls?

Also, are there any young adults on this cruise that I just missed? DS is 19.

Are there any other forums that I can suggest to them for meeting people before the boat sails? It is such a fast trip that I don't want them to spend the first two days trying to figure out who is who before we have to leave again. Goofy only knows when I will be able to take them back again!

Thanks a ton!

[Tweet]

Sailingseas, How exciting that you booked at the last minute. My son is almost 18 and his friend is 18 so your son can hang with them if he would like. What is your room number?

[SailingSeas]

Sailingseas, How exciting that you booked at the last minute. My son is almost 18 and his friend is 18 so your son can hang with them if he would like. What is your room number?


Hi Tweet!

Thank you so very much! We are in 5632. I love that deck, it's so wicked quiet. And exciting? I think it is rather qualifies me for a frontal lobotomy! My daughter is looking at this as an excuse for a total wardrobe make-over. For three days? Sheesh.

thanks for the welcome.

[Namsupak]

I can't believe that we leave on Sat!!! I'm starting to pack but we have everything we need. It's just crazy packing for a baby for the first time :goodvibes

[JAMESMRIVERS]

DIS JAMESMRIVERS
4 of us
Like to join FE exchange
Room 8564

[JAMESMRIVERS]

This will be our first cruise of any kind. Would like to join FE exchange if anyone can advise how as my two kids, Jessica 16 and Noah 8, would enjoy same. Thanks.

[SailingSeas]

Couple of questions:

What is the FE exchange?

And are any teens doing the Wild Side excursion on Castaway Cay? DD13 is asking...

[dceks cruisers]

Welcome to SailingSeas and JamesMRivers families! I can't believe we are on the final stretch!:cool1:

[mommystieg]

We leave for WDW in 7 days!! I am going to start packing tonight and I am seriously ovewhelmed by the weather forecast. What is everybody going to wear on embarkation day? Is it jeans weather or do you think it will be warm enough for bermuda shorts/capris and light jackets? We are flying and I am trying to only bring 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on.....

Hey JAMESMRIVERS I think we are neighbors -- we are in #8562! I have a DD who is 17, another who is 9 and the youngest is 5.

[Namsupak]

Welcome JamesMRivers and sailingseas :goodvibes

I believe it's too late to join the FE. The deadline for signup was November 22.

Sailingseas- A FE is where you hang a little bag or something similar off of the fish hook that hangs outside your room. Then everyone that signed up exchanges little gifts. You come back to your room and there will be surprises waiting for you and you deliver your gifts to the other rooms on the list. The gifts can be anything you want. Our last cruise we actually gave every room an electronic 20 questions handheld. But people do all sorts of things like magnets, scrapbooking materials, pencils, highlighters, beach toys, etc. There are lot's of threads on it if you search and you can find pics of examples. HTH for your next cruise.

[pmama]

We leave in 3 days!:scared1: Sooooo not ready. I've been packing over the last two weekends but am still not done. Having a week in WDW, followed by a cruise, followed by a couple more days in WDW makes for a lot of packing.:goodvibes

[JAMESMRIVERS]

My wife Jill and I have two kids, Noah (8) and Jessica (16) and this is our first cruise of any kind. Due to inexperience and ignorance on our part, we didn't meet the Fe cut-off but our children have goodies bought and will place same in any FE they see. Hence, we all would appreciate anything placed in theirs at cabin # 8564.
Mommysteig, nice to meet you neighbor, hope we all have a great cruise,thanks.

[PrincessDuck]

I, being the procrastinator that I am, have not done my FE stuff yet. So, I will add your kiddo's into the mix! Please do the same for mine if you are able. I have a 6 year old daughter Meghan and a 3 year old son Donovan.

Hope to see you onboard!!

We leave to fly down on the 16th. So, we are trying to get boxes packed up to ship out and then on to packing and FE stuff. We will be staying in a villa after the cruise, so I am able to wash clothes then if need be. It is just hard to pack the right stuff when it has been snowing here!

Daisy

ETA that the boxed that we are packing to ship out are Christmas stuff for family! Not stuff going to disney.

My wife Jill and I have two kids, Noah (8) and Jessica (16) and this is our first cruise of any kind. Due to inexperience and ignorance on our part, we didn't meet the Fe cut-off but our children have goodies bought and will place same in any FE they see. Hence, we all would appreciate anything placed in theirs at cabin # 8564.
Mommysteig, nice to meet you neighbor, hope we all have a great cruise,thanks.

[Neriberi]

I got extras just in case too, so we'll be sure to include your cabin. We're in #6134. I just hope the holiday FE I ordered gets here before we leave!

Ugly Betty's latest episode was in the Bahamas and I couldn't get over the fact that we'll be there very soon!

[JAMESMRIVERS]

Thanks all, and what a nice group of people. If missed FE deadline like me, my children will reciprocate exchange with any other, just need cabin number; ours is 8564. Four (4) of us will be at WDW for week for prior to cruise; flying out of Charlotte, N.C. in two days. Thus, the whole family is ready to roll to say the very least especially the young'ins, as we say in the South. Again, thanks all for the help and Merry Christmas.

[degrapevine]

Hi to you, JAMESMRIVERS and welcome to our cruise meet! My DH and I are cruising to celebrate our 20th anniversary and will be happy to add your family's stateroom to our FE list. I haven't even started getting our gifts together! After 3 cruises already this year, I kind of have my "standard" gift down pat and can get it together in just a few days. We aren't driving to the port until Thursday morning - Living so close is such a luxury! We are on Deck 2, Stateroom #2510. Happy packing ... and enjoy your week at WDW. We will be at Epcot this Sunday, enjoying lunch at The Biergarten in Germany (our kids' favorite) and the Candlelight Processional after watching our daughter march in the Macy's Parade at Universal Studios Saturday night. See you on the ship!

Rose :)

[Fatima1922]

Thanks all, and what a nice group of people. If missed FE deadline like me, my children will reciprocate exchange with any other, just need cabin number; ours is 8564. Four (4) of us will be at WDW for week for prior to cruise; flying out of Charlotte, N.C. in two days. Thus, the whole family is ready to roll to say the very least especially the young'ins, as we say in the South. Again, thanks all for the help and Merry Christmas.

We would be more than happy to include your children on our FE list!

[Fatima1922]

I got extras just in case too, so we'll be sure to include your cabin. We're in #6134. I just hope the holiday FE I ordered gets here before we leave!

Ugly Betty's latest episode was in the Bahamas and I couldn't get over the fact that we'll be there very soon!

I have the same concern about my order as well. Got the notice that it was sent out but it has been 5 days since and still haven't received it.

I saw the same episode and thought the same thing!

[momster24]

Hi Jamesmrivers and welcome! :)

We will add you to our list also! As I have everything planned for it, I just have not gotten down to doing it! I always do everything last minute. I seem to do better that way. My last FE, I was finalizing stuff in my cabin! Now THAT is late. We are in room #2500, all the way forward!

Anyone have any ideas on table seating for dinner? Our last couple cruises we always sat with just one other family and either the child/children were very young or a lot older. I would love my son to hook up with someone his own age. He is 7. Last cruise he never wanted to stay in the kids club as everyone seemed so much younger than him. (he thinks he is older than 7!).The first cruise though, he never wanted to leave.

[Tweet]

Jamesmriver,
We will add you also to the FE. We are in rooms 2137 and 2139. See you soon!

[cbmeadors]

Jamesriver we will add you to our list we are in cabin 6032. I am excited one week from today we will be in WDW. :yay:

[momster24]

Is anyone going to be checking in on the early side? We usually are there about 10:30. If so, we can say "Hi"

[pgsahm2]

Welcome to the newbies! Glad you are joining us!

I am hoping to be at the port around 10:30 as well. I like to check in early but since we're coming from Disney World this time I'm not exactly sure what will be happening. That day is my middle son's 8th birthday!

I have our cruise stuff packed and ready to go. It's a huge load off knowing that it's done. We leave for WDW after 3 more sleeps!

[Capt. Jack]

HI All!

We are anxiously awaiting the cruise (and our stay at Disney before) I can't believe we're leaving on Saturday!!

We were on the original FE list and hope it's not too late to get our room number out to everyone. It is 2030! (Yeah-Upgrade!!)

Can't wait for the fun to begin! I hope you all have a safe & happy trip to the port!!

:yay::yay::yay:

[momster24]

Capt. Jack: Your status of "why is the rum always gone" has to be one of my favorite lines of ALL movies. Classic! :thumbsup2

See you on the ship!

[cbmeadors]

Momster we will probably be there early too. My son is 7 as well, maybe they can play together rather than having his nose stuck in his Nintendo DS as usual. On our last cruise we met a few DIS friends in the terminal and had lunch together, it was fun.

[momster24]

cbmeadors - sounds great! But what will end up happening is they both will sit together with their noses in the DS! (I might "forget" his at home!) :rolleyes1

We are wearing light green shirts that we made....easy to see!

"Sea" everyone soon! I am SOOOO excited.

[Tweet]

Can anyone explain to me how we are to pass out the gifts for the FE exchange? Is it done on the first night? It is our first one so I just want to make sure we do it the right way:goodvibes

[momster24]

Tweet, for our last FE we had a schedule of when each group was to pass theirs out. We did have a very large group and a longer cruise. I think the best thing to do is to try and pass them out around a certain time, maybe dinner time. This way, they are not in our extenders for a long time (just in case they grow legs and walk away - I have heard that happening). If we kind of know when to pass them out and check, it might make things easier. :confused3

[SailingSeas]

Hi guys,

Sorry, been busy with work. Thank you for the explanation of the FE, and I will have to save for the next trip. We are pinching pennies for this trip (read: no excursions, no souveniers, but by the grace of the Sea Gods, have a lovely cabin upgrade)

I am curious about dinner as well. I am a single mom, and traveling with DS19 and DD13 for second seating; what do you guys do if the kids ditch you? Room Service? Has anyone traveled alone with kids before?

[Namsupak]

SailingSeas- If you are in our dinner rotation and your kids ditch you, you're more than welcome to come join us. DH actually commented the other day that since we're bringing MIL and SIL we might not get put with another family this trip. We always love meeting new people. Just find us at the meet on Thursday if you want. :goodvibes

[SailingSeas]

That sounds great. Skipping through the thread; the meet is at 3pm, right? Did I see that it is in the lobby? I will drag the kids, kicking and screaming with me. They were the ones looking for companionship, I was more interested in the hammocks, myself. hehehee! Seriously, it does sound like fun, and thank you for the offer.

[pgsahm2]

We are leaving early in the morning so I wanted to stop by one last time. I am looking forward to meeting everyone next week!

Meet in the LOBBY at 3:00 pm!

FE gifts are packed and ready to go! This time next week we'll be cruising!

We'll see you there!

[momster24]

Time is approaching!!! For everyone who is heading to Disney before, enjoy! Disney during the holidays is the best. The castle is amazing!

[margolyn]

Hey James River - I have extra gifts too so consider yourselves included... we are in 6132

See you all next week - we leave MONDAY....

Funny - work xmas party was last night and DS had friend over - wasn't really "on vacation" until today at 3 PM. But I am now and I am VERY excited. Two more sleeps!!!

WOW!

[cruiseorrs]

Fe list - FINAL

Captain Jack's room number is added. :) Sorry I haven't been back to check on what's going on. I am also going to add JAMESMRIVERS to the list. I see a lot are able to add him to the FE, but if you can't it's understandable. I will also be able to drop off gifts to him because I am a last minute shopper! :) I plan to stop by and drop off small gifts a couple times during the cruise. I know my 3 1/2 year old is going to have a blast doing this. We did have a couple that asked to be taken off the list, so hopefully everyone will be covered. :)

YAY!!! 4 DAYS TILL CRUISE TIME!

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The cut-off date was on November 22. One month to sailing, this will give us enough time for shopping.

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Families that would like to participate in the FE Exchange  Let me know if you’d like me to add or remove you. I did consolidate information for this list to give you numbers of families, and children, and room numbers. I only compiled this list based on who actually said “yes” to the FE question in this thread. If I overlooked you, I’m sorry! I’d be happy to update all information. And I can’t wait to get all the gifts together. My 3 year old son is going to have a BLAST walking around and leaving surprise gifts at your door!!
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DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 4 adults, Amanda and Shawn, Vickie and Gene
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - 3 kids, Braxton- 10, Camden- turning 8 on 12/17, Dawson- 3
Room Number - 2143

DIS NAME: pgsahm2
ADULTS - 2 adults Vickie and Gene
Room Number - 2145

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DIS NAME - BoogasMom
ADULTS - Amy and Todd
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Brandon will be 9 and Carson will be 6 when we cruise
Room # 6002
My boys would love to participate in the FE exchange so sign them up, too
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Dis Name - Margo in Cinci
2 Adults: DH - Steve and Me - Margo
DS - Fred 10
Room # 6132
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DISNAME - cbmeadors
Adults - Brett and Deaven
Kids - Sophie (9) and Jake (7)
Room - 6032
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DIS NAME(s) - degrapevine
ADULTS - David (43) and Rose (39) - Celebrating 20th anniversary
KIDS - Leaving 'em at home w/the Grandparents!
Room # 2510
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Dis Name~Capt. Jack
Adults~Gary & Charlene
Kid~Gillian (will be 10 at cruise time)
Room # 2030
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DIS NAME: PrincessDuck
ADULTS Chris and Daisy Swords
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Meghan 6 years and Donovan 3 years (their first cruise)
Room # 7001
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DIS NAME(s): cruiseorrs
ADULTS: 2 - Amber and Kevin Orr
KIDS: 1 son (Marek) 3yrs old
ROOM: 2558
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DIS NAME(s): pmama
ADULTS, 2 - Dustan, Brooke
KIDS, 2- DD9(Hope) DD5 (Faith)
ROOM: 2612
EXTRA: This is our first cruise, can't wait!
FISH EXTENDER: YES the girls are so excited for this.

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DIS NAME(s) Tweet
ADULTS 2 Schulget/Boes
ROOM: 2137, 2139
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) Eric 17, Sam 17
STATE Illinois

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DIS NAME - Fatima1922
ADULTS - 2 adults, Fatima and Kenny
KIDS (AGES WHEN SAIL) - Amaya - 3
STATE - NJ
ROOM: 2068

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DIS NAME - momster24
ADULTS - 2 Adam and Dawn
KIDS - DS, Aydan - 7
STATE - Florida, (south)
Room #2500

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DIS NAME - Neriberi
ADULTS - 2 Rob and Angela
KIDS - Annabel (2yrs old)
Room # 6134

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DIS NAME - JAMES M RIVERS
ADULTS - 2 James and Jill
KIDS - Noah (8) and Jessica (16)
Room # 8564

[PrincessDuck]

Okay, we are in the process of packing everything!!! We fly down tomorrow afternoon!!! So excited! The kids are ready and the hubby really needs this vacation. Can't wait to see you on the Mickey Boat!!

Daisy

[cbmeadors]

We just checked in at Bonnet creek resort after driving all night. Going to swim a bit a prob hang around DTD and get dinner. Can't wait for tomorrow.

[cruiseorrs]

So happy to hear you guys are making it to Florida. Soon we'll all be hanging on the boat and getting pampered Disney style! :)

Cool that you're staying at the Bonnet Creek Resort. My office designed it. :)

See you all tomorrow!

[momster24]

I am SO in Disney mode! :cool1: I am also trying to work (not doing so well). In my mind I am already on the ship! I can't wait. The weather here in South Florida is really cloudy and rainy. I hope we have good weather.

[SailingSeas]

Rather excited. My son made it to the Hyatt for the night - that was so stressful for us since he is also lugging all his stuff from college onto the ship too. (gawd I hope he did his laundry before stuffing it in there!)

Can't wait to meet everyone, 9 hours and counting. :D

[Fatima1922]

I want to thank you all for the wonderful FE gifts. This was my first Disney Cruise. I had no idea what to expect. Amaya was so excited each time she came to the room and had gifts in the FE. My DH was totally taken back by the FE. The generosity and creativity of you all made a this cruise magical.

SOrry I missed the DIS Meet. We flew the day of (HUGE mistake). We got to the ship later than expected. We were tired, hungry and I had one cranky child that needed a nap before the drill.

DH had a miserable first night. Grateful it improved as the days went on. I was extremely disappointed about not docking at CC but I commend the Captain for his efforts. I told my DH all I wanted for Christmas was for him to book another cruise. I got my wish - March 13, 2011. He won't do a 7 night but I got a 4 night. He says that he enjoyed himself except for the sailing part - so too many days at sea is out.

All the best to you and yours. Have a happy holiday and great New Year!

Fatima

[margolyn]

Hi Everyone!

WE too missed the meet - didn't even get on the boat until about 3 PM - barely made food and we were starving. The bus that was supposed to take us from Caribbean Beach at 12:30 went to pick up more people at Boardwalk so then we didn't even leave WDW until after 1 PM!

The gifts were WONDERFUL! Thank you to everyone - I was surprised by how many - all of you really were generous.

Cruise was a bit rocky - I am still rocking in fact. But we did enjoy it - just quiet time away and that is our favorite.

Anyway, may the peace that seems to be different somehow during this time find its way to your heart and to your lives if only for a few moments over the next few days.

Thanks and thanks for making our cruise that much more special!

[margolyn]

Fatima -

Congrats on the next cruise!

And if it helps, I've been on three cruises and Thursday night was the roughest I've ever had on a ship. Seriously!

I actually had ginger capsules but we forgot to take them the day before - health food stores often have ginger in capsules and if you start taking them the day before the cruise they can really help. Also, take them with a meal.

We actually use the wrist bands too. My BFF used them when travelling while expecting and swore by them, so I tried them and I believe they make a HUGE difference - you might definitely want to get them for your DH!

Margo

[Fatima1922]

Fatima -

Congrats on the next cruise!

And if it helps, I've been on three cruises and Thursday night was the roughest I've ever had on a ship. Seriously!

I actually had ginger capsules but we forgot to take them the day before - health food stores often have ginger in capsules and if you start taking them the day before the cruise they can really help. Also, take them with a meal.

We actually use the wrist bands too. My BFF used them when travelling while expecting and swore by them, so I tried them and I believe they make a HUGE difference - you might definitely want to get them for your DH!

Margo

Thanks Margo. He took Bonine. Later in the day he took Sudfed. He actually left at dinner to lay down. He said he enjoyed the rest of the trip but although he paid the deposit for the three of us, he made no promises that he would come on the next trip. If he does come, we will go all natural - ginger capsules, dried ginger candy, and the wristband. I want to minimize any effects of motion sickness because a miserable DH = a miserable trip for me!

[JAMESMRIVERS]

Thanks to everyone of you for your generous gifts regarding the FE. My children loved going floor to floor placing gifts in your extenders and the gifts that they found in theirs were overwhelming. You all are truly fine individuals and you brought big smiles to my two children every time they returned to our cabin; my son Noah (8) said it was like the tooth fairies coming by as he always found gifts but never saw anyone.
The rough seas were surely tough for everyone I am sure and but for my scopolamine patches I would have been in trouble however, a Disney cruise is great in any situation. Again, I thank you all and wish you a very merry Christmas this Friday.

[BoogasMom]

I want to add my thanks to everyone for the FE gifts!!! They were wonderful!!! My boys loved coming back to the room and finding things in their stockings and were so excited by delivering the gifts to everyone else too. It was a great highlight in an otherwise rough cruise. Thank you so much for all of the gifts and the thoughtfulness that went into creating them and delivering them!!!! :love:

[pgsahm2]

The withdrawals are setting in! I hope everyone had a fabulous trip. Ours was great but went by too quickly... :(

Thanks to everyone for taking the time to join in the FE exchange. My kids were given the opportunity to explore the ship on their own for the first time to help pass out some of the gifts. They loved being little elves and dropping off the packages. Thank you all!

For those that rebooked -- congrats! Alas, we did not. It'll be a while before we head back to Disney....

Merry Christmas to everyone!

[BoogasMom]

For those that rebooked -- congrats! Alas, we did not. It'll be a while before we head back to Disney....

Merry Christmas to everyone!

Don't feel too bad Amanda....we didn't rebook either (Todd's not too sure about cruising right now after being seasick the first night LOL!). It will be a while before we go back to DW too. :sad1:

I guess I need to reset my ticker but I don't have anything to reset it to. Oh well.........


Merry Christmas!!!!

[SailingSeas]

The children and I would like to thank the kind soul who added our stateroom to the FE exchange. It was very nice of you, and a sweet guesture that I wish I could have returned.

We went to the lobby for 3:00PM and stuck around for about 15 minutes, but did not see anyone, and the kids were horrified when I started asking people of they were from Disboards. I guess that sounded pretty funny, and it really did make me laugh when one kid said "Disney Bored? How can you be bored on a Disney cruise?" ...so, I stopped.

Both my son and daughter were sick for almost the entire cruise, but it's not a problem, we understand the weather conditions, and know that it is a fluke. I, on the other hand, had the best sleep I've had in a LONG time. Love sleeping with the verandah open. (Hopefully nothing blew out in the night!) We will return, next time, hopefully with more time. <3 to all.

[Neriberi]

The FE was definitely the highlight of our trip! We were amazed by everyone's creativity and generosity, especially with it being our first time participating. It added a special magical touch and kept us cheery despite the rocky ship, lack of CC, and cranky members of our group (we had three state rooms). We're looking forward to our Mediterranean cruise; when we got home, we received a letter from DCL saying that each person in the party was going to get a $100 obc in addition to what we already had. Nice Christmas gift!

Happy Holidays, everyone! Mickey's Merry Mates will hold a nice place in my holiday memories this year.

[dceks cruisers]

Thank you to all for joining this cruise thread! Even though I had to withdraw from the FE I received a lot of enjoyment and added value to the cruise by chatting here with you and meeting a few of you on board!

This was our second cruise and we enjoyed ourselves immensely even though the wind was blowing! I would have liked better weather and definitely missed our day at CC but it felt good to laze around!

A small group of us met at 3 PM (Amanda, Daisy and Connie families.) I did some asking around if others were there for a DIS meet and unfortunately missed some of you.

On our last cruise we stayed at Caribbean Beach Resort and did the Disney bus and also had the experience of getting to port and on the ship just before 3 PM. This time we arrived after 11 PM on Wednesday and stayed at the Hyatt Airport. We got on the first Disney bus from airport to port and were in group 2. It was nice to have the extra time on the ship since we felt we missed out on it on our first cruise.

We sail again on 4/2/11 on the Magic Western. Thanks to Kylie's (she was the TA on the Magic on our Feb. 09 cruise and was a Guest Services CM on this cruise) creative handling she was able to book us another placeholder cruise by splitting the deposit on an existing 4/2 reservation. We have our eye on a Fantasy cruise in 2012. Kylie was FABULOUS - she remembered us from our last cruise and she said she'd take care of us making all the changes we needed and we didn't have to stand in line with the new TA. Kylie had the new reservation posted outside our door before midnight and we spoke with her at about 9 PM - awesome customer service!

We were surprised by a special gift package from Shutter Photo Team staff. They awarded us as being a "Magical Cruise Family" and in the surprise package they gave us 10 8x10's of the character pictures. Awesome! Disney cruise CMs went above and beyond our expectations again! Kate also got a free pin from a CM at Treasure's Ketch.

Happy sailings to all!

Connie

[dsjmeadors]

Just wanted to say thanks for all the great FE! Our new Castaway bag was used to hold all the goodies and it was overflowing.

Also, to those who gave out the pins. Not sure if I should say thank you, or curse you! LOL My kids are now pin trading fiends! I'll say Thank you as they had so much fun trading with Cast Members.

We just got home late last night as we spent 10 days after the cruise in Disney World. So I apologize for the late thank you!

Someone wrote on our White Board asking where we got our FE. My friend made it for me following the directions we found here on Disboards. We went and picked out the fabric at hobby lobby and she sewed it right up! Hope that helps!