Sept 18 2010 WB TransAtlantic Pirates/Capt Jacks Re-Repoing Repossession Cruise Pt.3

[gismo1554]

Hi from BLT at WDW! We are aclimatizing to the 40 degree tempeture change from Toronto. Then it is off to the beach club for dinner. We are going to head up to the Top of the World lounge on Tuesday night and I will take photos to share.

PJ

Oh now we are all jealous! Its freezing here! Hope you have a fab time!

[gismo1554]

Hi KAMI !!!!

once again we cruise together!!! Check and you'll find Becky and Stephen.
Will be wonderful to see you all again.:cool1:

UPDATE: Surgery went well but Im the one who had all the set backs. Too long to list, so lets just say, taking longer to recoup!

Thanks for the good wishes, believe me ... I loved them:lovestruc

Ann:sick:

Ann I hope you do start getting better soon! I know I hate being ill!

[orlandothebeagle]

:goodvibesIt is so nice to see so many nice people on this thread! Over my past 11 cruises, I have met so many awesome people...including many who I have been friends with for years now!
The boys dont understand how far away the trip is! LOL! They keep asking when we are going on "da boat" LOL!:cutie:
Dont worry I ask that all the time also.
Hi KAMI !!!!

once again we cruise together!!! Check and you'll find Becky and Stephen.
Will be wonderful to see you all again.:cool1:


UPDATE: Surgery went well but Im the one who had all the set backs. Too long to list, so lets just say, taking longer to recoup!

Thanks for the good wishes, believe me ... I loved them:lovestruc

Ann:sick:

get well soon ann,


Sarah I hope you got the garden sorted! I was gardning alson, I dragged the garden waste to the bottom of the lane only to find the darn buckets had been emptied and had to drag it back up again!its a long steep lane!

[gismo1554]

Dont worry I ask that all the time also.
get well soon ann,

Sarah I hope you got the garden sorted! I was gardning alson, I dragged the garden waste to the bottom of the lane only to find the darn buckets had been emptied and had to drag it back up again!its a long steep lane!

We've still got some to do next weekend (couple of hours probably) as were sorting out my Great Uncles garden so we can arrange for his house to be sold. The house hasn't been lived in for a little while so the garden in places has got a little wild lol. Luckily there's a dump near his house so we managed to go and dump 9 bags of garden waste down there - although brought decomposable bags as thought they would accept these but still had to empty everything out of them into the container! Very annoying!

[orlandothebeagle]

We've still got some to do next weekend (couple of hours probably) as were sorting out my Great Uncles garden so we can arrange for his house to be sold. The house hasn't been lived in for a little while so the garden in places has got a little wild lol. Luckily there's a dump near his house so we managed to go and dump 9 bags of garden waste down there - although brought decomposable bags as thought they would accept these but still had to empty everything out of them into the container! Very annoying!

typical council!when we bought our house the lady was a hundred!!! there had not been a lot of gardning done recently, we even found clothes poles when we started to tidy up!

[MrsMork]

I've just finally managed to take a look at Dream today! Actually I was quite impressed.

Have you seen the inside staterooms? I so want one! This "virtual porthole for real-time views of the sea—plus virtual sightings of animated Disney characters!" sounds so fun! My mum read that Crush will talk to you!

http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ships-activities/ships/staterooms/dream-fantasy/standard-inside-stateroom/

I'm just sad that they made the inside staterooms smaller. We have sailed in CAT 11 8 times and never been crowded, not sure that will be the case with the smaller rooms. We will be more than happy to check it out though! :)

Dont worry I ask that all the time also.



:rotfl::rotfl2:

[gismo1554]

typical council!when we bought our house the lady was a hundred!!! there had not been a lot of gardning done recently, we even found clothes poles when we started to tidy up!

Dear God! We found nothing unusual unfortunately! Hate creepy crawlies so got very freaked out by anything and everything but never mind. At least next weekend shouldn't take as long!

[gismo1554]

I'm just sad that they made the inside staterooms smaller. We have sailed in CAT 11 8 times and never been crowded, not sure that will be the case with the smaller rooms. We will be more than happy to check it out though! :)

:rotfl::rotfl2:

Oh are they smaller? Hadn't noticed that! Asked DU to get us a quote on a 4 nighter for 2011 just out of interest to look at pricings. What time do they open up today for Gold & Platinum CC members? Anyone know?

[orlandothebeagle]

I'm just sad that they made the inside staterooms smaller. We have sailed in CAT 11 8 times and never been crowded, not sure that will be the case with the smaller rooms. We will be more than happy to check it out though! :)



:rotfl::rotfl2:

Yes, I know ang, its a hard job but someones got to do it!:goodvibes

[ibouncetoo]

I'm just sad that they made the inside staterooms smaller. We have sailed in CAT 11 8 times and never been crowded, not sure that will be the case with the smaller rooms. We will be more than happy to check it out though! :)



:rotfl::rotfl2:


And it looks like way less storage areas. I hope the 'artist renderings' are just a guideline....pirate:

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[woody73]

And it looks like way less storage areas. I hope the 'artist renderings' are just a guideline....
Do you have to bring your own steamer trunk?

Woody

[TotallyAngelic]

I'm just sad that they made the inside staterooms smaller. We have sailed in CAT 11 8 times and never been crowded, not sure that will be the case with the smaller rooms. We will be more than happy to check it out though! :)



:rotfl::rotfl2:

I want to stay in an inside stateroom just for the virtual porthole - like the Cruise Director said - the inside cabin will be wait-listed for the first time!

[TotallyAngelic]

I've just finally managed to take a look at Dream today! Actually I was quite impressed.

Have you seen the inside staterooms? I so want one! This "virtual porthole for real-time views of the sea—plus virtual sightings of animated Disney characters!" sounds so fun! My mum read that Crush will talk to you!

http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ships-activities/ships/staterooms/dream-fantasy/standard-inside-stateroom/

Tony and I have just sat and watched the whole presentation and I am so excited about the Dream - the technology is out of this world - I am so going to have to book a Dream cruise for Tony's 50th birthday in October 2011 even if we can only book a 5 day cruise as the maximum number of nights - wish the Dream was going to do longer cruises though, I will be spoiled after the 14 nights on this TA cruise.

I just loved listening to the imagineers and all the executives, they are so excited about the new ship!:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

[adnil530]

I've just finally managed to take a look at Dream today! Actually I was quite impressed.

Have you seen the inside staterooms? I so want one! This "virtual porthole for real-time views of the sea—plus virtual sightings of animated Disney characters!" sounds so fun! My mum read that Crush will talk to you!

http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ships-activities/ships/staterooms/dream-fantasy/standard-inside-stateroom/

I'm just sad that they made the inside staterooms smaller. We have sailed in CAT 11 8 times and never been crowded, not sure that will be the case with the smaller rooms. We will be more than happy to check it out though! :)



:rotfl::rotfl2:

I want to stay in an inside stateroom just for the virtual porthole - like the Cruise Director said - the inside cabin will be wait-listed for the first time!


I have to say that the virtual porthole was ingenious and I agree inside cabins will be wait-listed and not only for the price!

Linda

[kcashner]

I'm doing the happy dance. I got my airfare today. For the trans-Atlantic portion, I paid just under 1/2 of what DCL was charging. Yes, I know that the DCL fare included MCO to home and transfers...but my next MCO flight is $71, so for basically $100 I can pull that off. Thus, I saved about $400 per ticket over DCL's prices AND booked an airline that as of today doesn't charge luggage fees!

[MrsMork]

Oh are they smaller? Hadn't noticed that! Asked DU to get us a quote on a 4 nighter for 2011 just out of interest to look at pricings. What time do they open up today for Gold & Platinum CC members? Anyone know?

From memory only.....I think they went from 184 sq ft to 169....is that correct?
Tony and I have just sat and watched the whole presentation and I am so excited about the Dream - the technology is out of this world - I am so going to have to book a Dream cruise for Tony's 50th birthday in October 2011 even if we can only book a 5 day cruise as the maximum number of nights - wish the Dream was going to do longer cruises though, I will be spoiled after the 14 nights on this TA cruise.

I just loved listening to the imagineers and all the executives, they are so excited about the new ship!:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

I know what you mean. Our last was 15 days thru the Panama Canal. We are not sure that a 7 day would even be long enough! :rolleyes1

I have to say that the virtual porthole was ingenious and I agree inside cabins will be wait-listed and not only for the price!

Linda

So, maybe they will charge more for the inside staterooms on the new ship!! :laughing:

[ibouncetoo]

Inside staterooms for the maiden voyage of the Dream are sold out!

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[kamgen]

kcashner- great about the tickets!!! We are already looking but wont be getting them until spring..gotta save up! LOL! What airline, if you dont mind me asking???

[PBader]

I'm doing the happy dance. I got my airfare today. For the trans-Atlantic portion, I paid just under 1/2 of what DCL was charging. Yes, I know that the DCL fare included MCO to home and transfers...but my next MCO flight is $71, so for basically $100 I can pull that off. Thus, I saved about $400 per ticket over DCL's prices AND booked an airline that as of today doesn't charge luggage fees!

:banana::banana:

I still can't come close to the DCL airfare even trying to book roundtrip.:(

[adnil530]

Inside staterooms for the maiden voyage of the Dream are sold out!

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Wow, no surprise there! Did you book one? I haven't even looked at the pricing.

Too many things going on in Jan 2011. I can't do this trip and the Panama trip and the Dream trip...gotta choose and this cruise is our choice:goodvibes

[TheDisneyGirl02]

Hi everyone!

We are back from our honeymoon at WDW! It was wonderful!

Things have been very crazy since we got home (my grandfather passed away yesterday) that I haven't even looked at anything about the Disney Dream! I have a lot to catch up on!

[BoosGram]

Hi everyone!

We are back from our honeymoon at WDW! It was wonderful!

Things have been very crazy since we got home (my grandfather passed away yesterday) that I haven't even looked at anything about the Disney Dream! I have a lot to catch up on!

So sorry to hear about your grandfather. I do hope you were able to enjoy your honeymoon.

[TotallyAngelic]

I'm doing the happy dance. I got my airfare today. For the trans-Atlantic portion, I paid just under 1/2 of what DCL was charging. Yes, I know that the DCL fare included MCO to home and transfers...but my next MCO flight is $71, so for basically $100 I can pull that off. Thus, I saved about $400 per ticket over DCL's prices AND booked an airline that as of today doesn't charge luggage fees!

Woooooo Hooooooo - a great result! Who did you book with?

Hi everyone!

We are back from our honeymoon at WDW! It was wonderful!

Things have been very crazy since we got home (my grandfather passed away yesterday) that I haven't even looked at anything about the Disney Dream! I have a lot to catch up on!

Welcome home Amy - hope you had a wonderful honeymoon. So sorry to hear the news about your grandfather - sending hugs:hug::hug::hug:

[pilk]

Hi everyone!

We are back from our honeymoon at WDW! It was wonderful!

Things have been very crazy since we got home (my grandfather passed away yesterday) that I haven't even looked at anything about the Disney Dream! I have a lot to catch up on!

Glad it was a good time. Sorry about your grandfather.

[gismo1554]

Tony and I have just sat and watched the whole presentation and I am so excited about the Dream - the technology is out of this world - I am so going to have to book a Dream cruise for Tony's 50th birthday in October 2011 even if we can only book a 5 day cruise as the maximum number of nights - wish the Dream was going to do longer cruises though, I will be spoiled after the 14 nights on this TA cruise.

I just loved listening to the imagineers and all the executives, they are so excited about the new ship!:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

I think if Dan enjoys this cruise then we are going to try and book a 4 nighter on Dream in 2011. I got a quote for 2010 4 nighter and 2011 4 nighter and the price for 2011 was around $100 cheaper than 2010 but not much difference really. Also looked at there are only about 150 inside rooms on Dream with there being 250 on Magic!!!!

[gismo1554]

I'm doing the happy dance. I got my airfare today. For the trans-Atlantic portion, I paid just under 1/2 of what DCL was charging. Yes, I know that the DCL fare included MCO to home and transfers...but my next MCO flight is $71, so for basically $100 I can pull that off. Thus, I saved about $400 per ticket over DCL's prices AND booked an airline that as of today doesn't charge luggage fees!

Ohhh Congrats. I think we can book on Sunday for our return trip!

[gismo1554]

From memory only.....I think they went from 184 sq ft to 169....is that correct?

I know what you mean. Our last was 15 days thru the Panama Canal. We are not sure that a 7 day would even be long enough! :rolleyes1

So, maybe they will charge more for the inside staterooms on the new ship!! :laughing:

Oh so they are smaller! Hmmm?

[gismo1554]

Inside staterooms for the maiden voyage of the Dream are sold out!

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So not surprised on this one. I'm assuming the first few will sell out quickly. Hopefully later in the year the novelty will have worn off and we can book while on the Magic and get OBC!

[gismo1554]

Hi everyone!

We are back from our honeymoon at WDW! It was wonderful!

Things have been very crazy since we got home (my grandfather passed away yesterday) that I haven't even looked at anything about the Disney Dream! I have a lot to catch up on!

Im so glad things went well with the wedding.

So sorry about your Grandfather! My thoughts are with you!

[TotallyAngelic]

Ohhh Congrats. I think we can book on Sunday for our return trip!

:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

So not surprised on this one. I'm assuming the first few will sell out quickly. Hopefully later in the year the novelty will have worn off and we can book while on the Magic and get OBC!


aaahhhhh - great Welsh minds think alike! We are planning to do exactly that - and hope to book a Dream cruise for DH's 50th birthday - Halloween 2011!

[orlandothebeagle]

I'm doing the happy dance. I got my airfare today. For the trans-Atlantic portion, I paid just under 1/2 of what DCL was charging. Yes, I know that the DCL fare included MCO to home and transfers...but my next MCO flight is $71, so for basically $100 I can pull that off. Thus, I saved about $400 per ticket over DCL's prices AND booked an airline that as of today doesn't charge luggage fees!
Thats great
Hi everyone!

We are back from our honeymoon at WDW! It was wonderful!

Things have been very crazy since we got home (my grandfather passed away yesterday) that I haven't even looked at anything about the Disney Dream! I have a lot to catch up on!

Glad your back, what a shame about your grandfather.

[gismo1554]

:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

aaahhhhh - great Welsh minds think alike! We are planning to do exactly that - and hope to book a Dream cruise for DH's 50th birthday - Halloween 2011!

LOL we might end up on the same cruise then! Dans birthday is the 27th Oct.

[TotallyAngelic]

LOL we might end up on the same cruise then! Dans birthday is the 27th Oct.

Thats a very good idea - plus it would be the first Halloween cruise on the Dream! The only problem I have is that 5 days will not suffice - may have to combine it with a 7 day Caribbean cruise on another ship !!

[ibouncetoo]

Wow, no surprise there! Did you book one? I haven't even looked at the pricing.

Too many things going on in Jan 2011. I can't do this trip and the Panama trip and the Dream trip...gotta choose and this cruise is our choice:goodvibes

Nope, no maiden voyage for me (prices were just a tad high).

Regular cruises are coming in at very reasonable rates. I might look at a holidy b2b (or b2b2b). It's so difficult to decide...I'd love to check out the Dream, but short cruises and Nassau just don't interest me. Now, the 4night/3night/5night over Christmas/New Year would have FOUR stops at Castaway Cay, for beach lounging, could get off and explore Nassau one day and the other two Nassau days just stay on the ship. I don't know....but it's fun to think about.

*****OR******* I could do a five night and then a cruise on another (don't shoot me) cruise line to hit some new ports. Hmmmmm...there's something to consider.

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[TotallyAngelic]

*****OR******* I could do a five night and then a cruise on another (don't shoot me) cruise line to hit some new ports. Hmmmmm...there's something to consider.

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Thats exactly what I am thinking - 5 day Dream plus 7 Day Magic or (dare I even say it!) another Cruise Line for a 7 day cruise.

[gismo1554]

Thats a very good idea - plus it would be the first Halloween cruise on the Dream! The only problem I have is that 5 days will not suffice - may have to combine it with a 7 day Caribbean cruise on another ship !!

LOL I know right?

[dolphingirl47]

Well, I thought I had it all planned. Before I went on the Magic I did a lot of adding up and found that between annual leave and lieu days, I had enough vacation time to do both Transatlantic Cruises. Today I found out more or less by accident that they have shortened the opening hours over Christmas and that means that they need only two team leaders. As I car share with one of the other team leaders and he is the one that drives, they decided that they would put me down for mandatory leave. That means that I now don't have enough vacation time to do both cruises. I am so upset right now. Now I have to make the decision which cruise to cancel.

This is where you come in. If I can only do one of the cruises, which one is better to keep and why?

Corinna

[HallsofVA]

Well, I thought I had it all planned. Before I went on the Magic I did a lot of adding up and found that between annual leave and lieu days, I had enough vacation time to do both Transatlantic Cruises. Today I found out more or less by accident that they have shortened the opening hours over Christmas and that means that they need only two team leaders. As I car share with one of the other team leaders and he is the one that drives, they decided that they would put me down for mandatory leave. That means that I now don't have enough vacation time to do both cruises. I am so upset right now. Now I have to make the decision which cruise to cancel.

This is where you come in. If I can only do one of the cruises, which one is better to keep and why?

Corinna

Are you booked on both the EB and WB TA? or is your other cruise a Med cruise? If you're on both TA's then you're probably the only one who can choose, depending on what's important to you. We'd booked the EB TA for about 2-3 days before switching to this on. The WB TA seems easier to do with kids, puts the long European flight at the beginning of the cruise (instead of at the end), and you gain rather than lose an hour each day of the ocean crossing. Plus it seems like the weather could be warmer in Sept than in April.

However, I like the EB schedule better which was why we originally picked it. You get a full day at CC, versus the half day on the WB (though it falls at the beginning rather than the end of the trip) and you get an extra european port rather than the regular Eastern caribbean ports. Plus you get a full day in Barcelona as part of the cruise (which we're paying extra for to do on the WB TA.)

[dolphingirl47]

Are you booked on both the EB and WB TA? or is your other cruise a Med cruise? If you're on both TA's then you're probably the only one who can choose, depending on what's important to you. We'd booked the EB TA for about 2-3 days before switching to this on. The WB TA seems easier to do with kids, puts the long European flight at the beginning of the cruise (instead of at the end), and you gain rather than lose an hour each day of the ocean crossing. Plus it seems like the weather could be warmer in Sept than in April.

However, I like the EB schedule better which was why we originally picked it. You get a full day at CC, versus the half day on the WB (though it falls at the beginning rather than the end of the trip) and you get an extra european port rather than the regular Eastern caribbean ports. Plus you get a full day in Barcelona as part of the cruise (which we're paying extra for to do on the WB TA.)

At the moment I am booked on both the Eastbound and the Westbound Transatlantic.

Corinna

[orlandothebeagle]

Well, its a diff one, this one cause I want to meet you!!

But, east you get the flight out the way first, west you get to cruise out of barcelona and you get all they extra hours.
I think the weather will be better in september, and I think the ports are much better.

[MrsMork]

Well, I thought I had it all planned. Before I went on the Magic I did a lot of adding up and found that between annual leave and lieu days, I had enough vacation time to do both Transatlantic Cruises. Today I found out more or less by accident that they have shortened the opening hours over Christmas and that means that they need only two team leaders. As I car share with one of the other team leaders and he is the one that drives, they decided that they would put me down for mandatory leave. That means that I now don't have enough vacation time to do both cruises. I am so upset right now. Now I have to make the decision which cruise to cancel.

This is where you come in. If I can only do one of the cruises, which one is better to keep and why?

Corinna


Gaining the hours (more vacation time!!), better weather and all of us!!! :grouphug::dance3::yay:Table dancing :woohoo: and all of us!! :grouphug: Seems easy decision to me. :confused3 :lmao::rotfl2::rotfl:

[MrsMork]

So, Cheapoair had a flight one way from Miami to Barcelona for $277 today. :eek: Should I have grabbed it? :confused: We can fly from anywhere and we are thinking leaving the RV in FL might make sense since we will be returning to Orlando.

[orlandothebeagle]

So, Cheapoair had a flight one way from Miami to Barcelona for $277 today. :eek: Should I have grabbed it? :confused: We can fly from anywhere and we are thinking leaving the RV in FL might make sense since we will be returning to Orlando.

That does sound like an amazingprice,book it,book it,bookit!!

[BoosGram]

Well, I thought I had it all planned. Before I went on the Magic I did a lot of adding up and found that between annual leave and lieu days, I had enough vacation time to do both Transatlantic Cruises. Today I found out more or less by accident that they have shortened the opening hours over Christmas and that means that they need only two team leaders. As I car share with one of the other team leaders and he is the one that drives, they decided that they would put me down for mandatory leave. That means that I now don't have enough vacation time to do both cruises. I am so upset right now. Now I have to make the decision which cruise to cancel.

This is where you come in. If I can only do one of the cruises, which one is better to keep and why?

Corinna

Gaining the hours (more vacation time!!), better weather and all of us!!! :grouphug::dance3::yay:Table dancing :woohoo: and all of us!! :grouphug: Seems easy decision to me. :confused3 :lmao::rotfl2::rotfl:

Corinna, see above. Problem solved.

[Feebs]

$277 for a flight! Fabulous price.

Dsis has recommended the 1898 hotel in Barcelona says its very nice.

Corinna, we like the WB itinery better with the two Caribbean ports plus I hope the weather will be more settled. Saying that I wouldn`t turn down either cruise.

On another matter I`m wondering whether to use our DVC points for this cruise 330 total - that would leave us 30 points for a couple of days in WDW - decisions, decisions.

[MrsMork]

Ok, Cheapoair does not include all the taxes and fees in their price. So their total for the two of us was $927 through Dusseldorf with a 6.5 hour layover there. There was another site that had a flight on Swiss Air (allows TWO bags still) thru Zurich with only 1.5 hr layover there for $945 for the two of us. I just went ahead and booked that one. The taxes and fees are not going to go down and I was hoping for less than $500 per person. Whew! That is done, now to get Beach Club Villas booked for a week when we return, find a place in Orlando to stash the RV for 3 weeks and get a rental car from Orlando to Miami ----- unless some of you seasoned travelers know of a better way to get from Orlando to Miami cheaply. :) Then I am done and just need to wait....oh, and save up some more $$$$:eek:

I am thinking of getting Euros now since the dollar seems to be getting weaker and weaker and I see no end in sight over the next year. Any thoughts on that?

[kamgen]

Awesome on getting your air tickets already! Great deal!
We are coming out of Detroit, but it seems cheaper if we go through either JFK, Chicago, or Atlanta. We can fly cheap to those cities and then get a cheaper international flight instead of out of Detroit.
We have the kids though, so we are really debating connecting vs direct...at least when it comes to connecting out of the USA. And the bags thing is huge...who wants to pay for bags?!?!;)

We actually bought something for the cruise today! LOL!!:lmao: Walmart had a clearance on Halloween stuff and we got pirate tshirts for $2 each. So for all 5 of us it was only $10, and they are super cute. So, even if we didnt use them on the TA cruise, we would use them sometime....right?!?!:rolleyes1

[HallsofVA]

Well, I thought I had it all planned. Before I went on the Magic I did a lot of adding up and found that between annual leave and lieu days, I had enough vacation time to do both Transatlantic Cruises. Today I found out more or less by accident that they have shortened the opening hours over Christmas and that means that they need only two team leaders. As I car share with one of the other team leaders and he is the one that drives, they decided that they would put me down for mandatory leave. That means that I now don't have enough vacation time to do both cruises. I am so upset right now. Now I have to make the decision which cruise to cancel.

This is where you come in. If I can only do one of the cruises, which one is better to keep and why?

Corinna

This suggestion could be totally off the wall, but can you change the EBTA to the 2011 one? that could possibly defer the time you need off to another year or time period.

[MrsMork]

Kamy, great job on the Pirate gear! Since we can (at least so far) take 2 bags each, I plan to take our pirate outfits.

There is a direct flight from Atlanta and also from Philadelphia. I've been looking from everywhere back east since we will be traveling in our RV for the summer before the cruise.

[orlandothebeagle]

Ok, Cheapoair does not include all the taxes and fees in their price. So their total for the two of us was $927 through Dusseldorf with a 6.5 hour layover there. There was another site that had a flight on Swiss Air (allows TWO bags still) thru Zurich with only 1.5 hr layover there for $945 for the two of us. I just went ahead and booked that one. The taxes and fees are not going to go down and I was hoping for less than $500 per person. Whew! That is done, now to get Beach Club Villas booked for a week when we return, find a place in Orlando to stash the RV for 3 weeks and get a rental car from Orlando to Miami ----- unless some of you seasoned travelers know of a better way to get from Orlando to Miami cheaply. :) Then I am done and just need to wait....oh, and save up some more $$$$:eek:

I am thinking of getting Euros now since the dollar seems to be getting weaker and weaker and I see no end in sight over the next year. Any thoughts on that?
glad oyu are sorted.
Awesome on getting your air tickets already! Great deal!
We are coming out of Detroit, but it seems cheaper if we go through either JFK, Chicago, or Atlanta. We can fly cheap to those cities and then get a cheaper international flight instead of out of Detroit.
We have the kids though, so we are really debating connecting vs direct...at least when it comes to connecting out of the USA. And the bags thing is huge...who wants to pay for bags?!?!;)

We actually bought something for the cruise today! LOL!!:lmao: Walmart had a clearance on Halloween stuff and we got pirate tshirts for $2 each. So for all 5 of us it was only $10, and they are super cute. So, even if we didnt use them on the TA cruise, we would use them sometime....right?!?!:rolleyes1

cool, pirate stuff is always good.

[gismo1554]

Well, I thought I had it all planned. Before I went on the Magic I did a lot of adding up and found that between annual leave and lieu days, I had enough vacation time to do both Transatlantic Cruises. Today I found out more or less by accident that they have shortened the opening hours over Christmas and that means that they need only two team leaders. As I car share with one of the other team leaders and he is the one that drives, they decided that they would put me down for mandatory leave. That means that I now don't have enough vacation time to do both cruises. I am so upset right now. Now I have to make the decision which cruise to cancel.

This is where you come in. If I can only do one of the cruises, which one is better to keep and why?

Corinna


Corinna NOOOO! No to be honest I think this is down to personal preference and what ever discision you make will be the right one for you. The schedules are a good thing to go off as this is really the only significant difference between them, that and the TA flight.

[gismo1554]

So, Cheapoair had a flight one way from Miami to Barcelona for $277 today. :eek: Should I have grabbed it? :confused: We can fly from anywhere and we are thinking leaving the RV in FL might make sense since we will be returning to Orlando.

Oh my God I would have snapped that one up! Seriously if it comes up again grab it!

[gismo1554]

Awesome on getting your air tickets already! Great deal!
We are coming out of Detroit, but it seems cheaper if we go through either JFK, Chicago, or Atlanta. We can fly cheap to those cities and then get a cheaper international flight instead of out of Detroit.
We have the kids though, so we are really debating connecting vs direct...at least when it comes to connecting out of the USA. And the bags thing is huge...who wants to pay for bags?!?!;)

We actually bought something for the cruise today! LOL!!:lmao: Walmart had a clearance on Halloween stuff and we got pirate tshirts for $2 each. So for all 5 of us it was only $10, and they are super cute. So, even if we didnt use them on the TA cruise, we would use them sometime....right?!?!:rolleyes1

Well done. I still don't know what we're doing about Pirate costumes. Need to sort something! Hopefully sorting flights out on the weekend if I have my way!

[dolphingirl47]

Thanks for all your input. I think I will make a list of all the advantages and disadvantages of both cruises and make the decision then. I have the feeling it is probably the Eastbound that is going to go as this would have been a solo cruise for me and we are both booked on the Westbound. Another advantage with canceling the Eastbound is that I am both hoping and expecting that the Magic will move to Europe more or less for good in 2012. So maybe I should aim to be on the cruise that takes her there.

2011 is not an option. I have an Eastern Caribbean booked for our anniversary and we are hoping to do a vow renewal. Maybe I can add a 4 night on the Dream to that to make it a kind of back to back with one night on land in between. The irony is in 2011 I get an additional vacation day per year as I will have been with the company for 5 years, so a year later, this would not have been a problem.

Corinna

[tink,too]

I'm doing the happy dance. I got my airfare today. For the trans-Atlantic portion, I paid just under 1/2 of what DCL was charging. Yes, I know that the DCL fare included MCO to home and transfers...but my next MCO flight is $71, so for basically $100 I can pull that off. Thus, I saved about $400 per ticket over DCL's prices AND booked an airline that as of today doesn't charge luggage fees!

Are you willing to share the secret of the reasonably priced airline? :flower3: I'm searching for quotes for our flight home, but there's not much going in the fabulous deals department! :rotfl2:

That means that I now don't have enough vacation time to do both cruises. I am so upset right now. Now I have to make the decision which cruise to cancel.

I have the feeling it is probably the Eastbound that is going to go as this would have been a solo cruise for me and we are both booked on the Westbound.

Sounds like a plan, Corinna, but I'm sure you'll enjoy the cruise - whichever one you decide to stick with. :goodvibes

So, Cheapoair had a flight one way from Miami to Barcelona for $277 today. :eek: Should I have grabbed it? :confused: We can fly from anywhere and we are thinking leaving the RV in FL might make sense since we will be returning to Orlando.

I'd snap that fare up in a heatbeat - we can't even get a flight priced that low from our local airport in the UK to Barcelona! :rolleyes::sad2:

I'm off to call BA to see if they'll do me a deal if we book all our flight segments with them. If we book all our flights separately as one-ways with them the prices are sky high. So, I'm hoping we can book an open-jaw ticket like we did last year for the WBPC Repo. :upsidedow

[orlandothebeagle]

Are you willing to share the secret of the reasonably priced airline? :flower3: I'm searching for quotes for our flight home, but there's not much going in the fabulous deals department! :rotfl2:





Sounds like a plan, Corinna, but I'm sure you'll enjoy the cruise - whichever one you decide to stick with. :goodvibes



I'd snap that fare up in a heatbeat - we can't even get a flight priced that low from our local airport in the UK to Barcelona! :rolleyes::sad2:

I'm off to call BA to see if they'll do me a deal if we book all our flight segments with them. If we book all our flights separately as one-ways with them the prices are sky high. So, I'm hoping we can book an open-jaw ticket like we did last year for the WBPC Repo. :upsidedow

A lot of folks are anti globespan,you may be one of them but we got a great deal with them.
Barcelona from edinburgh 70 pounds and back from orly to glasgow, 400 dollars.(25 kg luggae each way)
Good luck with BA

[HallsofVA]

I found a great fare using mileage for a flight that is direct from the US. Problem is, I only have enough miles at the moment for 42% of what I need (enough for 1 ticket, almost enough for a 2nd, we need 4). I can buy mileage for $1350 that would get me enough miles now to lock down 3 of the 4 tickets needed, and I'd have the rest of the miles in a short period after that. I would in essence be buying enough miles for 2 tickets, equating to about $750/ticket, but with the bonus miles and my existing miles, I would hopefully end up with an out of pocket cost of $337.50/ticket for the transatlantic flight.

So the question is, is it worth it to spend that much on buying the miles needed, taking the chance that I'd still be able to purchase a 4th ticket with miles once the rest of them come through in a few weeks, or do I just keep holding off and looking for other options?

The airline that I'm looking at, the website price for the flights we're looking at is $2600+ for the one way flight, so buying that 4th seat isn't a viable option.

[tink,too]

A lot of folks are anti globespan,you may be one of them but we got a great deal with them.
Barcelona from edinburgh 70 pounds and back from orly to glasgow, 400 dollars.(25 kg luggae each way)
Good luck with BA

Wow - great prices there - way to go! :goodvibes We're not Globespan haters either - we've used them a few times for holidays to Spain and have never had any problems. :hippie:

BA have just gone and priced themselves out of the hemisphere by quoting me £744.30 per person one way - from Aberdeen to Barcelona! :faint: Even their sales person seemed shocked! :scared1: He wasn't surprised when I said that I wasn't interested in booking! :rotfl2: That's even more expensive than the price I got for a Virgin flight from Orlando to Aberdeen! :lmao:

Apparently, we can't book an open-jaw ticket that goes into one country then out of another. :confused: Of course for the WBPC it was into Orlando and out of LA, that's why we'd been able to book that as a roundtrip fare.

I'm away to check out Globespan's schedule and pricing then. :thumbsup2

[woody73]

So the question is, is it worth it to spend that much on buying the miles needed, taking the chance that I'd still be able to purchase a 4th ticket with miles once the rest of them come through in a few weeks, or do I just keep holding off and looking for other options?
I have not had good luck redeeming frequent flyer miles unless I book all the tickets I need at the same time.

You say you will have the additional miles in a few weeks. The problem with buying just three seats now is in a few weeks, the seats requiring the lowest mileage (say 25,000 miles for a saver seat) could be sold out, and you would need more miles for an anytime seat.

How much would it cost to buy points for the fourth seat? It might be a better option to book all your seats at the same time, either now or when you have more miles.

YMMV

Woody

[HallsofVA]

I have not had good luck redeeming frequent flyer miles unless I book all the tickets I need at the same time.

You say you will have the additional miles in a few weeks. The problem with buying just three seats now is in a few weeks, the seats requiring the lowest mileage (say 25,000 miles for a saver seat) could be sold out, and you would need more miles for an anytime seat.

How much would it cost to buy points for the fourth seat? It might be a better option to book all your seats at the same time, either now or when you have more miles.

YMMV

Woody

The problem is I'm 68,732 miles short, and the most I can buy is 60,000. But with each 6000 miles purchased, you get 2000 bonus miles, which may not post until 6-8 weeks after the end of November. So unless I can get a family member to give me the shortfall miles, then I'm stuck.

[kcashner]

Are you willing to share the secret of the reasonably priced airline?
I'm off to call BA to see if they'll do me a deal if we book all our flight segments with them. If we book all our flights separately as one-ways with them the prices are sky high. So, I'm hoping we can book an open-jaw ticket like we did last year for the WBPC Repo. :upsidedow

What I did....looked on Orbitz and found flights. British Airways was cheapest for me. I couldn't find the same flights on the BA site or the AA flight (which had the US segment.) I did a fair amount of research and found A LOT of different routings. There's no way I'd get a direct flight from my home airport to anywhere in Europe--that doesn't exist; so I didn't really care what airport I flew thru.

I found flights from BCN to Madrid, London, Paris, etc. Again, didn't matter to me. Could fly to JFK, Detroit, Atlanta, Chicago--again, I don't care where I'm making connections--one airport looks pretty much like another.

I wasn't comfortable booking thru Orbitz, so I e-mailed my TA the info I'd found. She used HER booking software, and got me the same flights I'd seen on Orbitz for abotu $20 less than their cost. Bottom line, I'm happy with the price, and it's DONE!

[TotallyAngelic]

Well, I thought I had it all planned. Before I went on the Magic I did a lot of adding up and found that between annual leave and lieu days, I had enough vacation time to do both Transatlantic Cruises. Today I found out more or less by accident that they have shortened the opening hours over Christmas and that means that they need only two team leaders. As I car share with one of the other team leaders and he is the one that drives, they decided that they would put me down for mandatory leave. That means that I now don't have enough vacation time to do both cruises. I am so upset right now. Now I have to make the decision which cruise to cancel.

This is where you come in. If I can only do one of the cruises, which one is better to keep and why?

Corinna

Oh no Corinna - you must be so disappointed ..... but at least you'll still be able to do one of the cruises. I would definitely choose the WBTA - no long flight at the start of your holiday, warmer weather in Europe in September, an extra "free" 5 hours on board with the time changes, the Caribbean ports and a few hours in Castaway Cay to look forward to at the end of the cruise. The flight back is an ordeal but at the end of your holiday you'll be miserable anyway so it won't matter! And the biggest bonus to the WB - you will be with all of us !!!:yay::yay::yay: plus you will be cruising with your hubby and not alone, which will remove the whole "single room" issue and give you 2 weeks quality time with your hubby :hug: .


We actually bought something for the cruise today! LOL!!:lmao: Walmart had a clearance on Halloween stuff and we got pirate tshirts for $2 each. So for all 5 of us it was only $10, and they are super cute. So, even if we didnt use them on the TA cruise, we would use them sometime....right?!?!:rolleyes1

Oooooh I love buying things for the cruise and putting them away! Thats a real bargain!

Ok, Cheapoair does not include all the taxes and fees in their price. So their total for the two of us was $927 through Dusseldorf with a 6.5 hour layover there. There was another site that had a flight on Swiss Air (allows TWO bags still) thru Zurich with only 1.5 hr layover there for $945 for the two of us. I just went ahead and booked that one. The taxes and fees are not going to go down and I was hoping for less than $500 per person. Whew! That is done, now to get Beach Club Villas booked for a week when we return, find a place in Orlando to stash the RV for 3 weeks and get a rental car from Orlando to Miami ----- unless some of you seasoned travelers know of a better way to get from Orlando to Miami cheaply. :) Then I am done and just need to wait....oh, and save up some more $$$$:eek:

I am thinking of getting Euros now since the dollar seems to be getting weaker and weaker and I see no end in sight over the next year. Any thoughts on that?

Great price for your flights! I can't wait until I have mine all signed and sealed!
Can't help you on the euros / dollar rate - the £ is really weak at the moment against the euro so I may leave it some time yet and hope that the Uk economy improves before buying any currency!

A lot of folks are anti globespan,you may be one of them but we got a great deal with them.
Barcelona from edinburgh 70 pounds and back from orly to glasgow, 400 dollars.(25 kg luggae each way)
Good luck with BA

really good price for your flights Lynne - if Glopespan would fly MCO - Edinburgh on the Sunday I would be booking with them at that price. Can't wait to get everything booked now!

[orlandothebeagle]

Oh no Corinna - you must be so disappointed ..... but at least you'll still be able to do one of the cruises. I would definitely choose the WBTA - no long flight at the start of your holiday, warmer weather in Europe in September, an extra "free" 5 hours on board with the time changes, the Caribbean ports and a few hours in Castaway Cay to look forward to at the end of the cruise. The flight back is an ordeal but at the end of your holiday you'll be miserable anyway so it won't matter! And the biggest bonus to the WB - you will be with all of us !!!:yay::yay::yay: plus you will be cruising with your hubby and not alone, which will remove the whole "single room" issue and give you 2 weeks quality time with your hubby :hug: .




Oooooh I love buying things for the cruise and putting them away! Thats a real bargain!



Great price for your flights! I can't wait until I have mine all signed and sealed!
Can't help you on the euros / dollar rate - the £ is really weak at the moment against the euro so I may leave it some time yet and hope that the Uk economy improves before buying any currency!



really good price for your flights Lynne - if Glopespan would fly MCO - Edinburgh on the Sunday I would be booking with them at that price. Can't wait to get everything booked now!

I hate mco, It is a bonus if I can avoid it.
They released the edinburgh flights after I booked glasgow! doh.

[gismo1554]

Thanks for all your input. I think I will make a list of all the advantages and disadvantages of both cruises and make the decision then. I have the feeling it is probably the Eastbound that is going to go as this would have been a solo cruise for me and we are both booked on the Westbound. Another advantage with canceling the Eastbound is that I am both hoping and expecting that the Magic will move to Europe more or less for good in 2012. So maybe I should aim to be on the cruise that takes her there.

2011 is not an option. I have an Eastern Caribbean booked for our anniversary and we are hoping to do a vow renewal. Maybe I can add a 4 night on the Dream to that to make it a kind of back to back with one night on land in between. The irony is in 2011 I get an additional vacation day per year as I will have been with the company for 5 years, so a year later, this would not have been a problem.

Corinna

Definately good idea to start a list! Itll help Im sure!

[gismo1554]

Wow - great prices there - way to go! :goodvibes We're not Globespan haters either - we've used them a few times for holidays to Spain and have never had any problems. :hippie:

BA have just gone and priced themselves out of the hemisphere by quoting me £744.30 per person one way - from Aberdeen to Barcelona! :faint: Even their sales person seemed shocked! :scared1: He wasn't surprised when I said that I wasn't interested in booking! :rotfl2: That's even more expensive than the price I got for a Virgin flight from Orlando to Aberdeen! :lmao:

Apparently, we can't book an open-jaw ticket that goes into one country then out of another. :confused: Of course for the WBPC it was into Orlando and out of LA, that's why we'd been able to book that as a roundtrip fare.

I'm away to check out Globespan's schedule and pricing then. :thumbsup2

I think its to do with flying to 2 seperate areas or at least thats what I was told in 2007. You can book open jaw around Europe or around America but not including both!

[gismo1554]

I found a great fare using mileage for a flight that is direct from the US. Problem is, I only have enough miles at the moment for 42% of what I need (enough for 1 ticket, almost enough for a 2nd, we need 4). I can buy mileage for $1350 that would get me enough miles now to lock down 3 of the 4 tickets needed, and I'd have the rest of the miles in a short period after that. I would in essence be buying enough miles for 2 tickets, equating to about $750/ticket, but with the bonus miles and my existing miles, I would hopefully end up with an out of pocket cost of $337.50/ticket for the transatlantic flight.

So the question is, is it worth it to spend that much on buying the miles needed, taking the chance that I'd still be able to purchase a 4th ticket with miles once the rest of them come through in a few weeks, or do I just keep holding off and looking for other options?

The airline that I'm looking at, the website price for the flights we're looking at is $2600+ for the one way flight, so buying that 4th seat isn't a viable option.

Oh difficult one! I hate these sort of dilemas!

[Disneynut64]

WE just booked the transatlantic, it will be myself, my husband, and both fathers. Looking foreward to getting to know everyone before we leave. Is there a certain post available, to get info regarding activities and lanyards. Cindy:banana:

[granmaz]

Well it does look like we should be able to book a reward flight with Virgin from Miami to Heathrow. Orlando to Manchester, or London Gatwick are very hard to come by I believe. As we are planning on staying a few weeks after the cruise I won't be able to book for a few weeks yet. The waiting is a pain!!!:lmao:

However, we just booked a 5+ week trip for Feb/March so :yay::yay::yay: We have 12 nights booked at SSR(too late for BCV or BWV but we do like SSR), then we are keeping a week free to see if we can get a cruise, and then we have 3 weeks at a villa.

Hope you all continue to get good rates for your flights. I had better check the BA flight to Barcelona first though. No way can I manage with 20kg.

[orlandothebeagle]

WE just booked the transatlantic, it will be myself, my husband, and both fathers. Looking foreward to getting to know everyone before we leave. Is there a certain post available, to get info regarding activities and lanyards. Cindy:banana:

A warm welcome from chilly scotland.:cool1:

[gismo1554]

WE just booked the transatlantic, it will be myself, my husband, and both fathers. Looking foreward to getting to know everyone before we leave. Is there a certain post available, to get info regarding activities and lanyards. Cindy:banana:

Hey Cindy. Look at the first post on Page 1 of this thread for more info on signing up to things.

[TotallyAngelic]

WE just booked the transatlantic, it will be myself, my husband, and both fathers. Looking foreward to getting to know everyone before we leave. Is there a certain post available, to get info regarding activities and lanyards. Cindy:banana:

welcome aboard Cindy and family. :goodvibes

[MrsMork]

WE just booked the transatlantic, it will be myself, my husband, and both fathers. Looking foreward to getting to know everyone before we leave. Is there a certain post available, to get info regarding activities and lanyards. Cindy:banana:

WELCOME!!!! :dance3:

Well it does look like we should be able to book a reward flight with Virgin from Miami to Heathrow. Orlando to Manchester, or London Gatwick are very hard to come by I believe. As we are planning on staying a few weeks after the cruise I won't be able to book for a few weeks yet. The waiting is a pain!!!:lmao:

However, we just booked a 5+ week trip for Feb/March so :yay::yay::yay: We have 12 nights booked at SSR(too late for BCV or BWV but we do like SSR), then we are keeping a week free to see if we can get a cruise, and then we have 3 weeks at a villa.

Hope you all continue to get good rates for your flights. I had better check the BA flight to Barcelona first though. No way can I manage with 20kg.

Marilyn!!! Yay! I'm happy to hear this will work for you. :dance3::woohoo: Offer still stands for sharing a 2 BD at BCV for a week after the cruise if you would like. I will be booking in a couple of days and can get either a 1 BD for us or 2 BD for all of us. Let me know. :yay::yay:

[Disneynut64]

Has anyone posted where they are staying before the cruise or are people flying they day of. Has anyone every stayed at the recommended hotels by disney or any other recomendations. Cindy

[TotallyAngelic]

Has anyone posted where they are staying before the cruise or are people flying they day of. Has anyone every stayed at the recommended hotels by disney or any other recomendations. Cindy

We are flying in the day before to have a day in Barcelona before the cruise - don't know where we are staying yet though. Some people have booked Le Meridien - which is one of the Disney recommended hotels!

[orlandothebeagle]

Has anyone posted where they are staying before the cruise or are people flying they day of. Has anyone every stayed at the recommended hotels by disney or any other recomendations. Cindy

We are flying out on the wed and staying in an apartment overlooking harbour.

[gismo1554]

Has anyone posted where they are staying before the cruise or are people flying they day of. Has anyone every stayed at the recommended hotels by disney or any other recomendations. Cindy

We're flying in the day before but late at night, as it fellow disers Lorraine on here. We're staying at the Renaissance at the airport as its such a late flight

[pilk]

We'll be flying into the UK a week before and staying with friends, who will be joining us on the cruise. Then heading into Spain a couple days before the big day. Don't know where we'll be staying yet.

[woody73]

We plan to arrive in Barcelona two days before the cruise.

Woody

[Disneynut64]

We are thinking of staying at the hilton that disney recommends, anyone heard anything about his hotel.

[orlandothebeagle]

We are thinking of staying at the hilton that disney recommends, anyone heard anything about his hotel.

No sorry.

This one???
http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g187497-d228419-Reviews-Hilton_Barcelona-Barcelona_Catalonia.html
Seem to get great reviews.

[TotallyAngelic]

:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

I have just booked my outward flights to Barcelona - and already we had to make a plan change.

The flight we wanted on the 17th departed at 07:00am, which basically meant that my Mum who is driving us to the airport (can't take a car as returning into a different airport!) would have to be up at 04:00 am which we thought was a bit mean - or we could get a taxi which would cost us £80 approx.

So the second option was to fly in on the evening of the 16th - flight departs at 18:30 and arrives Barcelona at 21:50 - this would mean 2 hotel nights but it would be easier on Mum or alternatively probably the same price had we decided to get a taxi - plus we get a whole day in Barcelona as opposed to just an afternoon. Total cost of flights for 2 adults with 2 checked in cases plus an extra 3kg weight allowance - £96.48 and I am really pleased with that :woohoo: :woohoo::woohoo:

Time to check out those Barcelona hotels again .......

[gismo1554]

We'll be flying into the UK a week before and staying with friends, who will be joining us on the cruise. Then heading into Spain a couple days before the big day. Don't know where we'll be staying yet.

Where in the UK are you travelling to?

[gismo1554]

We are thinking of staying at the hilton that disney recommends, anyone heard anything about his hotel.

Only stuff off trip advisor Im afraid. As a Hilton I would assume it will be a good hotel.

[PBader]

I booked our airfare last night oneway into Paris. We are going to visit DLP for 3 nights--2 days in parks one day seeing the sights. Then fly into Barcelona and staying at the AC for 2 nights. It is beginning to get really exciting:):cool1:

[tink,too]

What I did....looked on Orbitz and found flights. British Airways was cheapest for me... <snip>... Bottom line, I'm happy with the price, and it's DONE!

Thanks for the info - I'm still looking through various websites and find that many are listing BA flights at prices wayyy below what BA themselves offered us! :confused::lmao:

I think its to do with flying to 2 seperate areas or at least thats what I was told in 2007. You can book open jaw around Europe or around America but not including both!

How inconsiderate! :snooty: Don't the airlines know us Disers like to make our vacays a bit more complicated than most! ;)

WE just booked the transatlantic, it will be myself, my husband, and both fathers.

Welcome aboard! :goodvibes

I have just booked my outward flights to Barcelona - and already we had to make a plan change.

Total cost of flights for 2 adults with 2 checked in cases plus an extra 3kg weight allowance - £96.48 and I am really pleased with that :woohoo: :woohoo::woohoo:

Time to check out those Barcelona hotels again .......

Well done on getting a great price for your flights - the extra time in Barcelona will be an added bonus, too! :thumbsup2

[calmpets]

It looks like I will be joining you all on this cruise! I was originally booked on the EBTA, but it turns out that the trip coincides with the school breaks in my area. School breaks are a busy time for me (I'm a pet sitter) so I decided to jump over to the WBTA. I'll be sailing with my dad (Mark). I look forward to meeting everyone, and will try to sift through the whole thread in the next few days.

[tink,too]

:wave2:

Welcome aboard!

[granmaz]

:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

I have just booked my outward flights to Barcelona - and already we had to make a plan change.

The flight we wanted on the 17th departed at 07:00am, which basically meant that my Mum who is driving us to the airport (can't take a car as returning into a different airport!) would have to be up at 04:00 am which we thought was a bit mean - or we could get a taxi which would cost us £80 approx.

So the second option was to fly in on the evening of the 16th - flight departs at 18:30 and arrives Barcelona at 21:50 - this would mean 2 hotel nights but it would be easier on Mum or alternatively probably the same price had we decided to get a taxi - plus we get a whole day in Barcelona as opposed to just an afternoon. Total cost of flights for 2 adults with 2 checked in cases plus an extra 3kg weight allowance - £96.48 and I am really pleased with that :woohoo: :woohoo::woohoo:

Time to check out those Barcelona hotels again .......

Good price. Who are you flying with?

[TotallyAngelic]

Good price. Who are you flying with?

Easyjet!!

My only worry is the baggage - all checked bags have to be paid for (£9 per bag - 20kg each bag) - I have booked 2 checked bags and paid an extra £21 for 3 extra kilos. Can I get everything to weigh less than 40 kg total - I will keep everything crossed.

It looks like I will be joining you all on this cruise! I was originally booked on the EBTA, but it turns out that the trip coincides with the school breaks in my area. School breaks are a busy time for me (I'm a pet sitter) so I decided to jump over to the WBTA. I'll be sailing with my dad (Mark). I look forward to meeting everyone, and will try to sift through the whole thread in the next few days.

Hi April and welcome aboard :yay::yay:

[gismo1554]

:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay:

I have just booked my outward flights to Barcelona - and already we had to make a plan change.

The flight we wanted on the 17th departed at 07:00am, which basically meant that my Mum who is driving us to the airport (can't take a car as returning into a different airport!) would have to be up at 04:00 am which we thought was a bit mean - or we could get a taxi which would cost us £80 approx.

So the second option was to fly in on the evening of the 16th - flight departs at 18:30 and arrives Barcelona at 21:50 - this would mean 2 hotel nights but it would be easier on Mum or alternatively probably the same price had we decided to get a taxi - plus we get a whole day in Barcelona as opposed to just an afternoon. Total cost of flights for 2 adults with 2 checked in cases plus an extra 3kg weight allowance - £96.48 and I am really pleased with that :woohoo: :woohoo::woohoo:

Time to check out those Barcelona hotels again .......

Congrats!

[orlandothebeagle]

It looks like I will be joining you all on this cruise! I was originally booked on the EBTA, but it turns out that the trip coincides with the school breaks in my area. School breaks are a busy time for me (I'm a pet sitter) so I decided to jump over to the WBTA. I'll be sailing with my dad (Mark). I look forward to meeting everyone, and will try to sift through the whole thread in the next few days.
:thumbsup2Welcome to our lovely bunch.
Easyjet!!

My only worry is the baggage - all checked bags have to be paid for (£9 per bag - 20kg each bag) - I have booked 2 checked bags and paid an extra £21 for 3 extra kilos. Can I get everything to weigh less than 40 kg total - I will keep everything crossed.



Hi April and welcome aboard :yay::yay:
Have you got they luggage scale things, I bought them and they are the best thing Ive ever bought!

[gismo1554]

I booked our airfare last night oneway into Paris. We are going to visit DLP for 3 nights--2 days in parks one day seeing the sights. Then fly into Barcelona and staying at the AC for 2 nights. It is beginning to get really exciting:):cool1:

Oh congrats!

[gismo1554]

Thanks for the info - I'm still looking through various websites and find that many are listing BA flights at prices wayyy below what BA themselves offered us! :confused::lmao:

How inconsiderate! :snooty: Don't the airlines know us Disers like to make our vacays a bit more complicated than most! ;)

Welcome aboard! :goodvibes

Well done on getting a great price for your flights - the extra time in Barcelona will be an added bonus, too! :thumbsup2

Clearly in the world of vacations we are not allowed simplicity

[gismo1554]

It looks like I will be joining you all on this cruise! I was originally booked on the EBTA, but it turns out that the trip coincides with the school breaks in my area. School breaks are a busy time for me (I'm a pet sitter) so I decided to jump over to the WBTA. I'll be sailing with my dad (Mark). I look forward to meeting everyone, and will try to sift through the whole thread in the next few days.

Hi! Welcome onboard! Im sure youll love WB just as much as EB

[gismo1554]

:thumbsup2Welcome to our lovely bunch.

Have you got they luggage scale things, I bought them and they are the best thing Ive ever bought!

I brought some of these a few weeks ago off a bargain site over here (ministry of deals) for like £3 and they are cool! Keep weighing my handbag lol :rotfl:

[TotallyAngelic]

Help - I am getting mind - boggled looking at hotels in Barcelona. I am looking at this one which is right on the promenade and looks really nice:

http://www.marinaviewbcn.com

and also this one:

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g187497-d1482943-Reviews-Hotel_Praktik_Rambla-Barcelona_Catalonia.html

but I am so rubbish at decision making : (

[TotallyAngelic]

I brought some of these a few weeks ago off a bargain site over here (ministry of deals) for like £3 and they are cool! Keep weighing my handbag lol :rotfl:

I may have to invest in one of those - is it one of those spring and hook things like they use for weighing fish!

[MrsMork]

It looks like I will be joining you all on this cruise! I was originally booked on the EBTA, but it turns out that the trip coincides with the school breaks in my area. School breaks are a busy time for me (I'm a pet sitter) so I decided to jump over to the WBTA. I'll be sailing with my dad (Mark). I look forward to meeting everyone, and will try to sift through the whole thread in the next few days.

Welcome!! Glad to have you and your Dad with us!

[granmaz]

Angie, which Barcelona hotel did you book.

Also I think you had better book a 1 bedroomed villa as we still might not be doing the cruise. We can always book a studio with our points once we are certain. Thanks.:hug:

[MrsMork]

Angie, which Barcelona hotel did you book.

Also I think you had better book a 1 bedroomed villa as we still might not be doing the cruise. We can always book a studio with our points once we are certain. Thanks.:hug:

Ok, will just book BCV for us.

I booked Hotel Continental Barcelona. There were some bad reviews, also some good reviews on TripAdvisor, but based on several emails with the manager we decided to keep it. The price is right, location right and they seem committed to assuring that we have a positive experience....and it is only for 2 nights. ;)

[granmaz]

I will have a look at that one. I must get one booked. Be nice to be at the same one. Is PJ going there too?

[TotallyAngelic]

HI
Can anyone tell me of any websites which sell cheap flights from the USA. I have checked out "CheapoAir" and the "cheapest" they quote is over $900 for a flight from Orlando to Manchester with Virgin for one person :scared1:

That seems an awful lot to me - but saying that the Virgin website is quoting the same amount in ££££ for one person :scared1::scared1::scared1:

The cheapest flights I can get are with Globespan into Glasgow, but then I would have to get home from Glasgow ..... and thats a long way.

This flight booking is getting a bit :scared1::scared1::scared1:

[orlandothebeagle]

I may have to invest in one of those - is it one of those spring and hook things like they use for weighing fish!
http://www.balanzza.co.uk/?gclid=CJPzv9PW9J0CFdBb4wode2b3Jg
HI
Can anyone tell me of any websites which sell cheap flights from the USA. I have checked out "CheapoAir" and the "cheapest" they quote is over $900 for a flight from Orlando to Manchester with Virgin for one person :scared1:

That seems an awful lot to me - but saying that the Virgin website is quoting the same amount in ££££ for one person :scared1::scared1::scared1:

The cheapest flights I can get are with Globespan into Glasgow, but then I would have to get home from Glasgow ..... and thats a long way.

This flight booking is getting a bit :scared1::scared1::scared1:

Good luck!!!
Hey you can come stay with me post glasgow:thumbsup2

[woody73]

It looks like I will be joining you all on this cruise!
Welcome, April.

Woody

[Disneynut64]

welcome, i am also a new comer to this group. :banana::cool1::thumbsup2
It looks like I will be joining you all on this cruise! I was originally booked on the EBTA, but it turns out that the trip coincides with the school breaks in my area. School breaks are a busy time for me (I'm a pet sitter) so I decided to jump over to the WBTA. I'll be sailing with my dad (Mark). I look forward to meeting everyone, and will try to sift through the whole thread in the next few days.

[HallsofVA]

http://www.balanzza.co.uk/?gclid=CJPzv9PW9J0CFdBb4wode2b3Jg


We have a balanzza and we love it! We used it for the first time on our cruise last December and it worked perfectly. One of our bags weighed 49.4 pounds with it, and weighed exactly the same on the airport luggage scale. The guy was amazed and said we had to have used a scale or something. It definitely came in handy. You just have to remember to pack it in a smaller bag, since it weighs a little bit itself with the batteries and all.

Has worked great on every family trip since then where we have to fly and meet weight requirements.

[pilk]

Stourport-on-Severn, outside of Birmingham. We met our friends on our maiden DCL in 2008 and have become good friends. They spent a week with us this Sept. so it's our turn there. Then off to the cruise.

[MrsMork]

I will have a look at that one. I must get one booked. Be nice to be at the same one. Is PJ going there too?

No, PJ is not. It appears that the singles in this hotel do not have windows :confused3and she did not want that. If you decide to book there mention our reservation. They have a note on ours due to the inquiry I sent them about the bad youtube report.

[orlandothebeagle]

welcome, i am also a new comer to this group. :banana::cool1::thumbsup2
:cool1:hi and welcome
We have a balanzza and we love it! We used it for the first time on our cruise last December and it worked perfectly. One of our bags weighed 49.4 pounds with it, and weighed exactly the same on the airport luggage scale. The guy was amazed and said we had to have used a scale or something. It definitely came in handy. You just have to remember to pack it in a smaller bag, since it weighs a little bit itself with the batteries and all.

Has worked great on every family trip since then where we have to fly and meet weight requirements.

They are amazing! the amount of time I previously stood in line to check in, wetting myself if we were going to be over and have to pay a fortune!

[granmaz]

No, PJ is not. It appears that the singles in this hotel do not have windows :confused3and she did not want that. If you decide to book there mention our reservation. They have a note on ours due to the inquiry I sent them about the bad youtube report.


No windows??? :eek:

[orlandothebeagle]

I am so pleased with our balcony over looking the marina, no windows, :sad2: dont think I would like that, ok on the magic but not a hotel

[calmpets]

I haven't read through the thread yet, so I apologize if this has already been mentioned, but I just discovered that every category 11-6 is in GTY status. Is the ship really that full, or are they just giving lots of play to inventory?

[HallsofVA]

I haven't read through the thread yet, so I apologize if this has already been mentioned, but I just discovered that every category 11-6 is in GTY status. Is the ship really that full, or are they just giving lots of play to inventory?

At one point this sailing was almost sold out. Then after the 2011 bookings opened some availability in the lower cabins opened up. I know we booked a Cat 8 GTY at the end of August. I don't know if once they start selling GTY in a category if they ever go back to selling actual rooms. If not, that could be some of what's driving the rooms at the moment.

[gismo1554]

Help - I am getting mind - boggled looking at hotels in Barcelona. I am looking at this one which is right on the promenade and looks really nice:

http://www.marinaviewbcn.com

and also this one:

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g187497-d1482943-Reviews-Hotel_Praktik_Rambla-Barcelona_Catalonia.html

but I am so rubbish at decision making : (

Sarah both look nice. I was rubbish looking at hotels too which is why we had 2 booked at one point!

I may have to invest in one of those - is it one of those spring and hook things like they use for weighing fish!

Mine is exactly like that!

HI
Can anyone tell me of any websites which sell cheap flights from the USA. I have checked out "CheapoAir" and the "cheapest" they quote is over $900 for a flight from Orlando to Manchester with Virgin for one person :scared1:

That seems an awful lot to me - but saying that the Virgin website is quoting the same amount in ££££ for one person :scared1::scared1::scared1:

The cheapest flights I can get are with Globespan into Glasgow, but then I would have to get home from Glasgow ..... and thats a long way.

This flight booking is getting a bit :scared1::scared1::scared1:

I know what you mean! Virgin website at the moment is freaking me out as even though according to them flights for the 3rd October 2010 went on sale days ago they aren't showing up at all! Really starting to worry! We need the 8th October but those flights wont show up until tomorrow if they are going to anyway! Also there is an issue that until the 5th October the Virgin site is just showing 1 plane from Gatwick to London a day! No explination why!

Stourport-on-Severn, outside of Birmingham. We met our friends on our maiden DCL in 2008 and have become good friends. They spent a week with us this Sept. so it's our turn there. Then off to the cruise.

Cool. I think we drove past there on the way to Alton Towers

I haven't read through the thread yet, so I apologize if this has already been mentioned, but I just discovered that every category 11-6 is in GTY status. Is the ship really that full, or are they just giving lots of play to inventory?

I think they are quite full at the moment but this doesn't mean they will be. Cat 11's sold out straight away but have been popping up every now and then on the website (been keeping an eye just out of interest). Also youll find the boat is probably got a lot of couples and singles so the boat may be full room wise but probably not guest wise, or at least this is what we found on the last 2 TA's

[adnil530]

WE just booked the transatlantic, it will be myself, my husband, and both fathers. Looking forward to getting to know everyone before we leave. Is there a certain post available, to get info regarding activities and lanyards. Cindy:banana:

Welcome aboard! I don't recall meeting you, but I certainly remember your name. We were onboard the 4/26/09 Tortola trip together. I look forward to meeting you again.

Linda

[adnil530]

It looks like I will be joining you all on this cruise! I was originally booked on the EBTA, but it turns out that the trip coincides with the school breaks in my area. School breaks are a busy time for me (I'm a pet sitter) so I decided to jump over to the WBTA. I'll be sailing with my dad (Mark). I look forward to meeting everyone, and will try to sift through the whole thread in the next few days.

Welcome onboard! Lots of dicussion right now on flights and hotels. Do you have yours booked?

I love your name...certainly fits your profession.

Linda

[adnil530]

We are still booked through Disney. We can't get verification from DH's employer until next week at the earliest that DH can get all the time off that we want. I did find flights to Dublin (3 nights) then on to Barcelona (3 nights). It looks like for us to go to Dublin first and then on to Barcelona will cost $3016 for the 4 of us to fly. Hotel in Dublin $390, an apartment in Barcelona $519...so about $3925 in all. We would book Southwest flights back from MCO when they come out and hopeully get the I wanna have fun $105 p/p fare.

Flights/transfers and hotel (2 nights Le Meridian) through Disney is $4500, so we can squeak out an extra Country and 4 nights of travel for that price.

Hopefully, the pricing will hold until I can get it booked. I also need to check Aer Lingus and United for their International luggage allowances. Thankfully daughter is a little bit of a thing...I can always pack a weeks worth of clothing in her backpack:rotfl:

Linda

[GOS]

Heather, I'm sure you are having a fantastic time already! Very jealous here especially as its freezing cold and Im stuck in work.

Thank you...we're home now and I can honestly say we had such a fab time. Meeting old and new DIS friends on the Magic for 7 days. Can't wait for next September to cruise again.

[GOS]

Has anyone seen the photos of the Disney Dream on the main cruise board - doesn't she look stunning! The public areas look amazing. I hope she has a good itinerary as I will be looking for a cruise in October of 2011 to celebrate DH's 50th birthday.

We saw the announcement on the Magic. Love the look of the water slide and also the virtual port holes in the inside staterooms.

[GOS]

Howdy everyone,

Just dropping by to say WOO HOO!! Today we leave for WDW and the Disney Magic on the 7th:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

Only 4 hours and we are out of here!!!

I am all packed accept for the dogs stuff for the dog sitter. I swear packing for them is worse packing for us I think. I large bag of stuff, 25 pound bag of food, toys, blankets, treats, emergency numbers, vets number :rolleyes1

Hope everyone had a great Halloween!!

back in 2 weeks:goodvibes

I'll tell Mickey hello from all of you and that you'll See Him real Soon!! in September:woohoo:

Kathy

Have a great time Kathy.

[granmaz]

BA economy return UK ro Barcelona is quite a good price and you can pay for an extra bag for £28.

[GOS]

Ok, will just book BCV for us.

I booked Hotel Continental Barcelona. There were some bad reviews, also some good reviews on TripAdvisor, but based on several emails with the manager we decided to keep it. The price is right, location right and they seem committed to assuring that we have a positive experience....and it is only for 2 nights. ;)

That's where we are for just one night.

[GOS]

http://www.balanzza.co.uk/?gclid=CJPzv9PW9J0CFdBb4wode2b3Jg

That's the one we've got and used it the other day. Worked really well and the weight agreed with the virgin scales at Westside yesterday.

[GOS]

BA economy return UK ro Barcelona is quite a good price and you can pay for an extra bag for £28.

We've booked a one-way flight with BA and will have to pay for the extra piece of luggage.

[MagicMe]

It looks like I will be joining you all on this cruise! I was originally booked on the EBTA, but it turns out that the trip coincides with the school breaks in my area. School breaks are a busy time for me (I'm a pet sitter) so I decided to jump over to the WBTA. I'll be sailing with my dad (Mark). I look forward to meeting everyone, and will try to sift through the whole thread in the next few days.


Welcome Aboard!!!!

[calmpets]

Welcome onboard! Lots of dicussion right now on flights and hotels. Do you have yours booked?

I love your name...certainly fits your profession.

Linda

For the EBTA we were planning to take Aer Lingus through Dublin and spend a couple of days there. My dad lives in Orlando, and Aer Lingus only has flights to Dublin from there a few days a week. I did look at the flights in reverse (I'm coming from JFK) but I'm not sure what the best schedule will be yet. It looks like he can take a flight from Orlando to Dublin Tuesday evening arriving Wednesday morning, but there is a ten hour layover in Dublin before we can continue on to Barcelona. I'm not sure yet whether we should spend one night in Dublin and two in Barcelona, or just suck up the ten-hour layover and spend three nights in Barcelona. I hate to lose that much vacation time in an airport, but adding another hotel makes it more complicated. As long as I have the air confirmed before final payment I'll be happy.

[epcot1stfave]

Hi to everyone old and new.
We have managed to book upper class seats back to the UK using our air miles :banana::banana::banana: only we have to fly from Miami, so now we need some help. We will fly to Miami from Orlando so looking for info on carriers and how soon we could book this. Any help would be really appreciated. :thumbsup2

[MrsMork]

No windows??? :eek:

Not in our rooms....the singles from reports. I don't know if PJ actually checked with the hotel to verify or not.

[gismo1554]

Hi to everyone old and new.
We have managed to book upper class seats back to the UK using our air miles :banana::banana::banana: only we have to fly from Miami, so now we need some help. We will fly to Miami from Orlando so looking for info on carriers and how soon we could book this. Any help would be really appreciated. :thumbsup2

Who did you book with in the end? What date?

[orlandothebeagle]

Hi to everyone old and new.
We have managed to book upper class seats back to the UK using our air miles :banana::banana::banana: only we have to fly from Miami, so now we need some help. We will fly to Miami from Orlando so looking for info on carriers and how soon we could book this. Any help would be really appreciated. :thumbsup2

very posh!

[epcot1stfave]

Who did you book with in the end? What date?

Hi Sarah. We booked with Virgin, flying home on 6th Oct. 50,000 air miles each :woohoo:

[TotallyAngelic]

Hi to everyone old and new.
We have managed to book upper class seats back to the UK using our air miles :banana::banana::banana:


wooooooo hoooooooo - I would love to fly first class - you get those
bed-type seats and that would be wonderful :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[gismo1554]

Hi Sarah. We booked with Virgin, flying home on 6th Oct. 50,000 air miles each :woohoo:

Were trying to get Virgin for the 8th from Orlando but they still haven't released them! Can't even get a none rewards flight lol.

[granmaz]

Another couple of weeks before ours become available. Well we have to decide how long we are staying first.

I'm beginning to get worried about rough seas and hurricanes now.:confused:

[orlandothebeagle]

Another couple of weeks before ours become available. Well we have to decide how long we are staying first.

I'm beginning to get worried about rough seas and hurricanes now.:confused:
Dont worry,be happy now,hooo,hooo,ooo,oooooo
I am not worried about that,what will be will be,Im more worried about how many pair of shoes I can take:goodvibes

[pilk]

Put it all in prospective. Being on the Magic with all your friends:dance3:, entertained by Disney:happytv:, not having to cook or clean :laundy:for two weeks and not having to entertain the lil ones (if any are around) since they are Disney's problem now.. Compared to being stuck at home in a (insert applicable bad weather here), can't watch TV cuz the power is out :surfweb:(no entertainment), having to cook and clean:scared1:, keeping kids entertained.

:boat: Bring on the bad weather. Besides we can come up with new games on board. For example when the boat is rocking we can all gather on one of the upper decks with office chairs (they ones with rollers). The goal would be getting from the starting line to the lobby without getting out of the chair. It would be like a human pinball machine:rotfl:

Jon

[epcot1stfave]

Were trying to get Virgin for the 8th from Orlando but they still haven't released them! Can't even get a none rewards flight lol.

Hi Sarah, have you tried phoning the frequent flyer number. I noticed as well that even though the calender on the book flights page is up to date, when you try it says sorry no flights available for your dates. Good luck.

[orlandothebeagle]

Put it all in prospective. Being on the Magic with all your friends:dance3:, entertained by Disney:happytv:, not having to cook or clean :laundy:for two weeks and not having to entertain the lil ones (if any are around) since they are Disney's problem now.. Compared to being stuck at home in a (insert applicable bad weather here), can't watch TV cuz the power is out :surfweb:(no entertainment), having to cook and clean:scared1:, keeping kids entertained.

:boat: Bring on the bad weather. Besides we can come up with new games on board. For example when the boat is rocking we can all gather on one of the upper decks with office chairs (they ones with rollers). The goal would be getting from the starting line to the lobby without getting out of the chair. It would be like a human pinball machine:rotfl:

Jon

A man with a plan, thats what I like:laughing:

[granmaz]

Dont worry,be happy now,hooo,hooo,ooo,oooooo
I am not worried about that,what will be will be,Im more worried about how many pair of shoes I can take:goodvibes


Oh, I'm worried about shoes too!!!!!:lmao: I'm terrible with the amount of shoes I take on vacation.

[TotallyAngelic]

Oh, I'm worried about shoes too!!!!!:lmao: I'm terrible with the amount of shoes I take on vacation.

me too - I am going to have to be VERY co-ordinated with outfits and shoes on this trip to try and fit everything into 2 cases. I will be looking for shoes which are capable of multi-tasking.

[woody73]

Bring on the bad weather.
Be careful of what you wish for.

Yesterday the Oasis of the Seas encountered 60 foot waves as it crosses the Atlantic to Ft. Lauderdale. It's arrival is now delayed two days.

I would hate to see our cruise arrive two days late.

Woody

[orlandothebeagle]

Be careful of what you wish for.

Yesterday the Oasis of the Seas encountered 60 foot waves as it crosses the Atlantic to Ft. Lauderdale. It's arrival is now delayed two days.

I would hate to see our cruise arrive two days late.

Woody

Woody, are you trying to freak marylin out?:lmao:

That would be really bad!

[woody73]

Woody, are you trying to freak marylin out?
No, she need not worry as she'll have plenty of shoes for all contingencies.

Woody

[orlandothebeagle]

Woody !! you got me in trouble!
I just sprayed my decaff coffee all over works keyboard!!!:lmao:
Too funny.

[MrsMork]

Another couple of weeks before ours become available. Well we have to decide how long we are staying first.

I'm beginning to get worried about rough seas and hurricanes now.:confused:

Dont worry,be happy now,hooo,hooo,ooo,oooooo
I am not worried about that,what will be will be,Im more worried about how many pair of shoes I can take:goodvibes

:lmao::rotfl: I was going to post, in response to Marilyn, don't worry, be happy but you beat me to it! :surfweb::laughing: We will be together and if we sail 2 extra days, oh well.

[GOS]

Were trying to get Virgin for the 8th from Orlando but they still haven't released them! Can't even get a none rewards flight lol.

We're trying next week for ours.

[GOS]

Another couple of weeks before ours become available. Well we have to decide how long we are staying first.

I'm beginning to get worried about rough seas and hurricanes now.:confused:

Don't worry about the 'H' word. That's what I was worried about but we had great weather.

[gismo1554]

Put it all in prospective. Being on the Magic with all your friends:dance3:, entertained by Disney:happytv:, not having to cook or clean :laundy:for two weeks and not having to entertain the lil ones (if any are around) since they are Disney's problem now.. Compared to being stuck at home in a (insert applicable bad weather here), can't watch TV cuz the power is out :surfweb:(no entertainment), having to cook and clean:scared1:, keeping kids entertained.

:boat: Bring on the bad weather. Besides we can come up with new games on board. For example when the boat is rocking we can all gather on one of the upper decks with office chairs (they ones with rollers). The goal would be getting from the starting line to the lobby without getting out of the chair. It would be like a human pinball machine:rotfl:

Jon

My favourite game on the EBTA was watching the idiots with cameras get drenched trying to photograph the waves in the pools! Saw so many people getting covered! It was great fun!

[gismo1554]

Hi Sarah, have you tried phoning the frequent flyer number. I noticed as well that even though the calender on the book flights page is up to date, when you try it says sorry no flights available for your dates. Good luck.

Yeah did try but they said nothings been released! Well see what next week brings

[gismo1554]

Be careful of what you wish for.

Yesterday the Oasis of the Seas encountered 60 foot waves as it crosses the Atlantic to Ft. Lauderdale. It's arrival is now delayed two days.

I would hate to see our cruise arrive two days late.

Woody

Doesn't that mean 2 extra days of food and entertainment though lol!

[gpb_1]

Yeah did try but they said nothings been released! Well see what next week brings

There seems to be a problem with Virgin and their releasing of flights from Orlando to Gatwick. They have no flights showing after 24th September 2010. We got our upper class reward flights booked from Miami now instead, but will switch to Orlando when VA get their act sorted out. I've got the people on the frequent flyer help desk to report the MCO-LGW issue and they are looking into it.

[gismo1554]

There seems to be a problem with Virgin and their releasing of flights from Orlando to Gatwick. They have no flights showing after 24th September 2010. We got our upper class reward flights booked from Miami now instead, but will switch to Orlando when VA get their act sorted out. I've got the people on the frequent flyer help desk to report the MCO-LGW issue and they are looking into it.


Thanks! Glad it wasn't me going mad! I've been trying all day!

[granmaz]

Be careful of what you wish for.

Yesterday the Oasis of the Seas encountered 60 foot waves as it crosses the Atlantic to Ft. Lauderdale. It's arrival is now delayed two days.

I would hate to see our cruise arrive two days late.

Woody

Noooooooooooooooooo!!:scared1:

Woody, are you trying to freak marylin out?:lmao:

That would be really bad!

Aaaargh, he has freaked me out. :sad:

No, she need not worry as she'll have plenty of shoes for all contingencies.

Woody

:lmao::lmao::lmao:

Woody !! you got me in trouble!
I just sprayed my decaff coffee all over works keyboard!!!:lmao:
Too funny.

:rotfl2::rotfl2:

:lmao::rotfl: I was going to post, in response to Marilyn, don't worry, be happy but you beat me to it! :surfweb::laughing: We will be together and if we sail 2 extra days, oh well.

Oasis of the Seas is a big ship and the Magic isn't!!! I always said I wouldn't sail the Atlantic in anything but a liner, a ship designed for it. What am I doing??????????

[pilk]

Oasis of the Seas is a big ship and the Magic isn't!!! I always said I wouldn't sail the Atlantic in anything but a liner, a ship designed for it. What am I doing??????????

You are going on a cruise with the rest of us and going to enjoy it. ;) It will be alright, if I am wrong then you get to do what my DW tells me all the time "You are wrong" :confused3 Guess I better start :worship: to her now ;)

[Disneynut64]

Yeah booked our hotel prior to cruise. Getting excited like we are leaving next month. LOL. Now just have to book our flights. Wish some good deals would come up flying from the US.

[Dizneyholic]

Hi everyone,

It's been a little while since I've posted! Had a crappy couple of weeks but leaving for WDW tomorrow so things are looking up!
Anyhow, we will be flying out of LAX and were wondering if anyone else has booked out of there yet? Our TA quoted us $525 each and I thought that was decent but we are short on money right now and I'm hoping we can get something similar after Christmas. What do you guys think? Will it get any cheaper?

Chasity

[Disneynut64]

great rate wish we could find something like that from Fl. Have fun at WDW we are having great weather right now.



Hi everyone,

It's been a little while since I've posted! Had a crappy couple of weeks but leaving for WDW tomorrow so things are looking up!
Anyhow, we will be flying out of LAX and were wondering if anyone else has booked out of there yet? Our TA quoted us $525 each and I thought that was decent but we are short on money right now and I'm hoping we can get something similar after Christmas. What do you guys think? Will it get any cheaper?

Chasity

[paulasillars]

One can always save room when it comes to underwear. Wear it once then turn it inside out and wear it again :eek:

Actually you it depends on change with the others in your stateroom - Fred swaps with Mary, Mary swaps with Bob etc :rotfl2:

Or you could go with the camping underwear rule, one right way round, once inside out, once then wear it backwards inside and out - 4 wears that way - works better with granny panties than a thong :rotfl2:

[paulasillars]

.

On the serious side, one tactic is to take old undies and just throw them away to leave room for souvenirs, etc.

The image flashed through my mind to leave them in the fish extenders as "gifts" :rotfl:

[acourtwdw]

Dumb question alert:

How many times will we have to go through customs if we connect in European city, then on to Barcelona? I am concerned about going through customs during a layover. We are sure that we will have to connect somewhere in Europe ie Paris.

[adnil530]

Actually you it depends on change with the others in your stateroom - Fred swaps with Mary, Mary swaps with Bob etc :rotfl2:

Or you could go with the camping underwear rule, one right way round, once inside out, once then wear it backwards inside and out - 4 wears that way - works better with granny panties than a thong :rotfl2:

The image flashed through my mind to leave them in the fish extenders as "gifts" :rotfl:

The images that are flashing through my mind means I must use gloves when I check my fish extender! :laughing:

[Disneynut64]

The images that are flashing through my mind means I must use gloves when I check my fish extender! :laughing:

I just was looking at your cruises and we were on the same cruise on 4/25/09 to tortola

[paulasillars]

Is the planning part almost as good as the trip itself? I get very twitchy when I don't have a trip to plan - I think I need therapy.

We had a family planning session yesterday and I put my booking request into DVC - as it usual I got denied as I got my dates wrong - darn these time zones, I'm thinking if I do it again in a few minutes - the email said I could book again on the 8th - well it is the 8th here and has been for 18 hours :)

We are considering having a few days at DL on the way back and then getting annual passes and going on the Wonder out of LA in 2011 - sounds like a good plan to me :rotfl2:

[woody73]

The image flashed through my mind to leave them in the fish extenders as "gifts"
Ewwwww!

Woody

[gismo1554]

Yeah booked our hotel prior to cruise. Getting excited like we are leaving next month. LOL. Now just have to book our flights. Wish some good deals would come up flying from the US.

Congrats! Ive got my fingers crossed for some good deals.

[gismo1554]

Hi everyone,

It's been a little while since I've posted! Had a crappy couple of weeks but leaving for WDW tomorrow so things are looking up!
Anyhow, we will be flying out of LAX and were wondering if anyone else has booked out of there yet? Our TA quoted us $525 each and I thought that was decent but we are short on money right now and I'm hoping we can get something similar after Christmas. What do you guys think? Will it get any cheaper?

Chasity


Hi Chasity. Sorry youve had a bad few weeks! At least youll hopefully have a good time at WDW. I think $525 is a great price for flight

[TotallyAngelic]

Be careful of what you wish for.

Yesterday the Oasis of the Seas encountered 60 foot waves as it crosses the Atlantic to Ft. Lauderdale. It's arrival is now delayed two days.

I would hate to see our cruise arrive two days late.

Woody

OMG - 60 ft waves - not good :scared1::scared1::scared1::scared1:

My favourite game on the EBTA was watching the idiots with cameras get drenched trying to photograph the waves in the pools! Saw so many people getting covered! It was great fun!

That would be me :rotfl:

Doesn't that mean 2 extra days of food and entertainment though lol!

I could live with that !!! 2 extra days on the Magic :yay::yay:

Yeah booked our hotel prior to cruise. Getting excited like we are leaving next month. LOL. Now just have to book our flights. Wish some good deals would come up flying from the US.

Which hotel did you book?

Hi everyone,

It's been a little while since I've posted! Had a crappy couple of weeks but leaving for WDW tomorrow so things are looking up!
Anyhow, we will be flying out of LAX and were wondering if anyone else has booked out of there yet? Our TA quoted us $525 each and I thought that was decent but we are short on money right now and I'm hoping we can get something similar after Christmas. What do you guys think? Will it get any cheaper?

Chasity

HI - hope you have a great time in WDW - that sounds like a good price from LAX to Barcelona!

Actually you it depends on change with the others in your stateroom - Fred swaps with Mary, Mary swaps with Bob etc :rotfl2:

Or you could go with the camping underwear rule, one right way round, once inside out, once then wear it backwards inside and out - 4 wears that way - works better with granny panties than a thong :rotfl2:

eeeeeewwwwwww - not a good mental image - particularly the thong :scared1: :scared1:

The image flashed through my mind to leave them in the fish extenders as "gifts" :rotfl:

double eeeeeeewwwwwwwww :scared1:

[gismo1554]

Dumb question alert:

How many times will we have to go through customs if we connect in European city, then on to Barcelona? I am concerned about going through customs during a layover. We are sure that we will have to connect somewhere in Europe ie Paris.

Right I think that you just do it on your first arrival even if you are a US citizen but I'm not 100% sure as its different for Europeans

[gismo1554]

Is the planning part almost as good as the trip itself? I get very twitchy when I don't have a trip to plan - I think I need therapy.

We had a family planning session yesterday and I put my booking request into DVC - as it usual I got denied as I got my dates wrong - darn these time zones, I'm thinking if I do it again in a few minutes - the email said I could book again on the 8th - well it is the 8th here and has been for 18 hours :)

We are considering having a few days at DL on the way back and then getting annual passes and going on the Wonder out of LA in 2011 - sounds like a good plan to me :rotfl2:

Sounds like these time zones play with everyone brain!

[Disneynut64]

Which hotel did you book?



WE booked the hilton Delmar barcelona recommended by disney. The best part is we used our hilton points so the hotel cost us nothing!!!!!:banana::yay::woohoo:

Does anyone know anything about the hotel transfers by disney.

[gismo1554]

Which hotel did you book?



WE booked the hilton Delmar barcelona recommended by disney. The best part is we used our hilton points so the hotel cost us nothing!!!!!:banana::yay::woohoo:

Does anyone know anything about the hotel transfers by disney.

I think someone said that last time they used them but just dumped their bags at the check in bit and then went into town. I only used the airport transfers sorry.

[Disneynut64]

I think someone said that last time they used them but just dumped their bags at the check in bit and then went into town. I only used the airport transfers sorry.

did you use the airport transfers to the hotel. did you stay at this hotel? How was it and what is disney charging for transfers. Thanks

[gismo1554]

did you use the airport transfers to the hotel. did you stay at this hotel? How was it and what is disney charging for transfers. Thanks

I stayed at an airport hotel so just caught the disney transfer direct from the airport. It was great as we got a short (1 hr maybe) city tour included which was nice. I think its $39 one way

[pilk]

To do list:
1) make fish extender
2) buy gifts for fish extender
3) make tags for the gifts
4) pack fish extender
5) pack gifts

The image flashed through my mind to leave them in the fish extenders as "gifts" :rotfl:

6) buy surgical gloves
7) buy bio hazard bags
8) buy hand sanitizer
9) check fish extender every morning
10) regift and recycled gifts

[gpb_1]

Thanks! Glad it wasn't me going mad! I've been trying all day!

Just off the phone with VA. While the flights aren't showing up on the website if you call them they are available via that route (No rewards flights, but revenue flights are there)

[pilk]

Hi everyone,

It's been a little while since I've posted! Had a crappy couple of weeks but leaving for WDW tomorrow so things are looking up!
Anyhow, we will be flying out of LAX and were wondering if anyone else has booked out of there yet? Our TA quoted us $525 each and I thought that was decent but we are short on money right now and I'm hoping we can get something similar after Christmas. What do you guys think? Will it get any cheaper?

Chasity
Our TA told us the best time to book your flight is about 9 months from the travel dates. We have been watching the prices and that seems like a good one. I haven't seen a decent flight for anything cheaper than that.

Enjoy WDW.

Actually you it depends on change with the others in your stateroom - Fred swaps with Mary, Mary swaps with Bob etc :rotfl2:

Or you could go with the camping underwear rule, one right way round, once inside out, once then wear it backwards inside and out - 4 wears that way - works better with granny panties than a thong :rotfl2:

Looks like this group likes their underwear discussions and plans. So, are we to the point that everyone is bring one pair and we are just rotating them around using the fish extenders to make the exchanges. :scared1:

popcorn::I think this group is going to be the entertainment on the cruise for everyone else.

[Disneynut64]

Our TA told us the best time to book your flight is about 9 months from the travel dates. We have been watching the prices and that seems like a good one. I haven't seen a decent flight for anything cheaper than that.

Enjoy WDW.



Looks like this group likes their underwear discussions and plans. So, are we to the point that everyone is bring one pair and we are just rotating them around using the fish extenders to make the exchanges. :scared1:

popcorn::I think this group is going to be the entertainment on the cruise for everyone else.
HeHeHe

[gismo1554]

Just off the phone with VA. While the flights aren't showing up on the website if you call them they are available via that route (No rewards flights, but revenue flights are there)

Thanks for the heads up. I need 1 reward flight and 1 normal so going to wait to see what whether points flights come up

[gismo1554]

To do list:
1) make fish extender
2) buy gifts for fish extender
3) make tags for the gifts
4) pack fish extender
5) pack gifts

6) buy surgical gloves
7) buy bio hazard bags
8) buy hand sanitizer
9) check fish extender every morning
10) regift and recycled gifts


LOL! I love it!

[BoosGram]

To do list:
1) make fish extender
2) buy gifts for fish extender
3) make tags for the gifts
4) pack fish extender
5) pack gifts



6) buy surgical gloves
7) buy bio hazard bags
8) buy hand sanitizer
9) check fish extender every morning
10) regift and recycle gifts

Tooooooooooo funny! :rotfl::lmao::rotfl2:

[alexandmaddie]

Hi all...

We just got back home yesterday from a 7 day Western. We had a great time, but it was not long enough. We upgraded at the port from a Cat 6 and Cat 11 to a Cat 3!! It was so nice being in a suite.

I will be posting more often now. Juggling 2 different threads was difficult for me!! :rotfl2:

I have briefly skimmed the posts, and it doesn't look like anyone has had much luck with airfare so far. I would love to keep it under $1500 for both of us, but that might be difficult coming from Minneapolis.

Krista

[MrsMork]

Actually you it depends on change with the others in your stateroom - Fred swaps with Mary, Mary swaps with Bob etc :rotfl2:

Or you could go with the camping underwear rule, one right way round, once inside out, once then wear it backwards inside and out - 4 wears that way - works better with granny panties than a thong :rotfl2:

:rotfl::rotfl:

The image flashed through my mind to leave them in the fish extenders as "gifts" :rotfl:

:rotfl::rotfl:
The images that are flashing through my mind means I must use gloves when I check my fish extender! :laughing:
One more thing to pack! :rotfl::rotfl:

Our TA told us the best time to book your flight is about 9 months from the travel dates. We have been watching the prices and that seems like a good one. I haven't seen a decent flight for anything cheaper than that.

Enjoy WDW.



Looks like this group likes their underwear discussions and plans. So, are we to the point that everyone is bring one pair and we are just rotating them around using the fish extenders to make the exchanges. :scared1:

popcorn::I think this group is going to be the entertainment on the cruise for everyone else.

:rotfl::rotfl:

[YodaMouse]

Hi all. Have not been on here in forever; can't believe you're up to part 3 on this thread already. :goodvibes

Looking forward to the cruise, but it is still too far off... I do have a question however, for those of you who did the B2B the last time around (the last Med cruise followed by the Trans Atlantic), how did they work customs when you got to Port Canaveral? Did you have to clear customs after the Med cruise in Barcelona or did you have to clear customs for both cruises when you got to Port Canaveral?

Just curious how that works as that may affect how I shop... ;)

[TotallyAngelic]

Looks like this group likes their underwear discussions and plans. So, are we to the point that everyone is bring one pair and we are just rotating them around using the fish extenders to make the exchanges. :scared1:

popcorn::I think this group is going to be the entertainment on the cruise for everyone else.

I think you might be right, but I imagine all the other cruisers may well be keeping their distance - in view of the "one set of underwear" we might just be a bit less than fragrant :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

[pilk]

I think you might be right, but I imagine all the other cruisers may well be keeping their distance - in view of the "one set of underwear" we might just be a bit less than fragrant :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

:rotfl:
You could be right but the positive spin would be that we could have everything to ourselves. It would be like our own personal Fastpass.

[pilk]

WARNING: non humours posting coming up:rolleyes:

Ok so it's no that bad but looking for input from our UK residents. As I have previously stated our plans are to visit DF in Strouport on Severn (south of Birmingham) the week before the cruise. I am trying to plan flights into the UK. Right now I can get a flight direct from Toronto to Manchester for $620 (CND). It leaves at 7:55 pm (our time) arrives 8:00 am (local Manchester time) on a Friday. My problem is I don't want to put out our friends by having them travel the two hours to pick us up in Manchester on a Friday morning. They may have to take time off and I know they are already taking 3 weeks off for the cruise. I know they would (and if they are lurking in in the background I know you said you would) Flights I have found into Birmingham are almost twice as much. My question is: How is the UK train system for getting from Manchester to at least Birmingham with luggage? The other options would be a car hire one way, but then additional one way costs, or staying in Manchester overnight and resting up and meeting up with them on Saturday.

One other question:
Why are they no planes where Peter Pan lives?

Because there is a sign that says "Never Neverland"

:lmao: I couldn't resist putting some kind of humour in. Now back to our regularly scheduled thread.

Jon

[adnil530]

I just was looking at your cruises and we were on the same cruise on 4/25/09 to tortola

Yes we were. I don't recall meeting but we probably passed like ships in the night. We did the Kayak/Snorkel trip in St. Thomas and the Tortola Beach excursion. Did you do either one of those?
Also, there is a group picture floating around...are you in it?
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3545/3506441246_2338255755_b.jpg
With the size of this group, who knows how we are going to get a group picture! I'm sure one of the veteran cruisers will let us know.

Our youngest DD is in the front row on the right w/brown jacket. DD, DH & myself are stacked up straight behind her. That was a wonderful trip.

If we haven't met, I certainly look forward to meeting you.

Linda

[adnil530]

To do list:
1) make fish extender
2) buy gifts for fish extender
3) make tags for the gifts
4) pack fish extender
5) pack gifts



6) buy surgical gloves
7) buy bio hazard bags
8) buy hand sanitizer
9) check fish extender every morning
10) regift and recycled gifts

Good, sound advice! :rotfl2:

[gismo1554]

Hi all...

We just got back home yesterday from a 7 day Western. We had a great time, but it was not long enough. We upgraded at the port from a Cat 6 and Cat 11 to a Cat 3!! It was so nice being in a suite.

I will be posting more often now. Juggling 2 different threads was difficult for me!! :rotfl2:

I have briefly skimmed the posts, and it doesn't look like anyone has had much luck with airfare so far. I would love to keep it under $1500 for both of us, but that might be difficult coming from Minneapolis.

Krista

Welcome back Krista. Glad you had a nice time! Its never long enough!

Hi all. Have not been on here in forever; can't believe you're up to part 3 on this thread already. :goodvibes

Looking forward to the cruise, but it is still too far off... I do have a question however, for those of you who did the B2B the last time around (the last Med cruise followed by the Trans Atlantic), how did they work customs when you got to Port Canaveral? Did you have to clear customs after the Med cruise in Barcelona or did you have to clear customs for both cruises when you got to Port Canaveral?

Just curious how that works as that may affect how I shop... ;)

Cant help you with this one but I think for US customs is the same in Port Canaveral as a Caribbean cruise. For UK it was that way too. Also on the Med cruises this time you actually go out of Europe so not sure how that will work either?

WARNING: non humours posting coming up:rolleyes:

Ok so it's no that bad but looking for input from our UK residents. As I have previously stated our plans are to visit DF in Strouport on Severn (south of Birmingham) the week before the cruise. I am trying to plan flights into the UK. Right now I can get a flight direct from Toronto to Manchester for $620 (CND). It leaves at 7:55 pm (our time) arrives 8:00 am (local Manchester time) on a Friday. My problem is I don't want to put out our friends by having them travel the two hours to pick us up in Manchester on a Friday morning. They may have to take time off and I know they are already taking 3 weeks off for the cruise. I know they would (and if they are lurking in in the background I know you said you would) Flights I have found into Birmingham are almost twice as much. My question is: How is the UK train system for getting from Manchester to at least Birmingham with luggage? The other options would be a car hire one way, but then additional one way costs, or staying in Manchester overnight and resting up and meeting up with them on Saturday.

One other question:
Why are they no planes where Peter Pan lives?

Because there is a sign that says "Never Neverland"

:lmao: I couldn't resist putting some kind of humour in. Now back to our regularly scheduled thread.

Jon

What about trying bus? Sometimes this is easier than train especially between wirports as a lot of the airports don't have good train links. Car Hire is an option. Enterprise and Avis are quite common across the UK so might be worth pricing up. Trains out of manachester are good but no idea out of birmingham,

Takes 2 1/2 hrs on the bus and they do some direct bus routes a day but not practicle for your times - http://www.nationalexpress.co.uk

However if you just wanted to get to Birmingham bus station its a direct route and takes around the same time and buses leave roughly every hour and a half so would be doable.

Train takes about the same and has 1 stop in Manchester Piccadilly

Personally I think bus's are easier for transporting luggage than trains. National Express are a great company and I've never had any major issues with them.

[gismo1554]

With the size of this group, who knows how we are going to get a group picture! I'm sure one of the veteran cruisers will let us know.

Our youngest DD is in the front row on the right w/brown jacket. DD, DH & myself are stacked up straight behind her. That was a wonderful trip.

If we haven't met, I certainly look forward to meeting you.

Linda


Great pic. We had a group one on last TA and they had to take it from up on the level 4 balcony between the two elevators. I haven't got the scan of it anywhere I don't think (and not sure where I've put the real pic) but will see if I can drag it out.

[mom2ks]

Hi all. I chatted with some of you a bit oh...a year ago! ;) Then I wasn't able to get online as much and now I'm back.

I can't believe it's only less than a year away now! Time has flown quickly! There are far too many posts for me to catch up on so I hope it's ok if I jump in here clueless again. You guys are a chatty bunch! popcorn::

I do have a question that I think you guys can answer. When do we get our flight information if we booked through Disney?

[orlandothebeagle]

WARNING: non humours posting coming up:rolleyes:

Ok so it's no that bad but looking for input from our UK residents. As I have previously stated our plans are to visit DF in Strouport on Severn (south of Birmingham) the week before the cruise. I am trying to plan flights into the UK. Right now I can get a flight direct from Toronto to Manchester for $620 (CND). It leaves at 7:55 pm (our time) arrives 8:00 am (local Manchester time) on a Friday. My problem is I don't want to put out our friends by having them travel the two hours to pick us up in Manchester on a Friday morning. They may have to take time off and I know they are already taking 3 weeks off for the cruise. I know they would (and if they are lurking in in the background I know you said you would) Flights I have found into Birmingham are almost twice as much. My question is: How is the UK train system for getting from Manchester to at least Birmingham with luggage? The other options would be a car hire one way, but then additional one way costs, or staying in Manchester overnight and resting up and meeting up with them on Saturday.

One other question:
Why are they no planes where Peter Pan lives?

Because there is a sign that says "Never Neverland"

:lmao: I couldn't resist putting some kind of humour in. Now back to our regularly scheduled thread.

Jon
Sorry, I cant help. What about mega bus?http://www.megabus.com/uk/
Yes we were. I don't recall meeting but we probably passed like ships in the night. We did the Kayak/Snorkel trip in St. Thomas and the Tortola Beach excursion. Did you do either one of those?
Also, there is a group picture floating around...are you in it?
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3545/3506441246_2338255755_b.jpg
With the size of this group, who knows how we are going to get a group picture! I'm sure one of the veteran cruisers will let us know.

Our youngest DD is in the front row on the right w/brown jacket. DD, DH & myself are stacked up straight behind her. That was a wonderful trip.

If we haven't met, I certainly look forward to meeting you.

Linda

great pikky.

[orlandothebeagle]

Hi all. I chatted with some of you a bit oh...a year ago! ;) Then I wasn't able to get online as much and now I'm back.

I can't believe it's only less than a year away now! Time has flown quickly! There are far too many posts for me to catch up on so I hope it's ok if I jump in here clueless again. You guys are a chatty bunch! popcorn::

I do have a question that I think you guys can answer. When do we get our flight information if we booked through Disney?

Is it a whole year ago? I cant mind when I joined this thread, welcome back anyway:thumbsup2

[orlandothebeagle]

Hi all. Have not been on here in forever; can't believe you're up to part 3 on this thread already. :goodvibes

Looking forward to the cruise, but it is still too far off... I do have a question however, for those of you who did the B2B the last time around (the last Med cruise followed by the Trans Atlantic), how did they work customs when you got to Port Canaveral? Did you have to clear customs after the Med cruise in Barcelona or did you have to clear customs for both cruises when you got to Port Canaveral?

Just curious how that works as that may affect how I shop... ;)

Hi Yoda:goodvibes



Pilk
Youre a real naughty noodle.;)

[pilk]

With the size of this group, who knows how we are going to get a group picture! I'm sure one of the veteran cruisers will let us know.

Linda

:idea:We could get everyone dressed in the lifejackets on the bow of the ship with the 60' waves as a backdrop. Gotta take the picture quick cuz we may not all be there when the shutter closes. :sad2:

Candida (DW) suggested a panoramic style of picture with multiple groupings or the other option would be using the Walt Disney Theater and shot from the stage towards the seating.

[Feebs]

I`ve been looking at flights ( no change there! )
Icelandair have flights from JFK to Manchester for £280, on their website they have them to Heathrow for £221. Very good I think, though the planes look a bit crappy but I won`t let that put us off.
How does $144 sound for a one way direct flight from MCO to JFK?
This option could come in at a price I`m comfortable with.

Re transport links from Manchester to Birmingham - there is a railway station incorporated into the airport. Birmingham is about 90 miles away.

[TotallyAngelic]

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::w oohoo:

ooooohhhhh - I am so excited - have just booked my return flights from Orlando !!!!

Flying home on 3rd October with Globespan to Edinburgh- $338 per person
Then internal flight Edinburgh to Manchester £45 per person !!!!

Total price of return flights for 2 people works out at less than £600 - less than a one-way flight with Virgin for one person.

My flight budget was £1000 for both of us and I have almost halved it so I am really really pleased!

And a great big thanks to Lynne for the Globespan heads-up - there will be a cocktail on the Disney Magic with your name on it !!!!!!

:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay: :yay::yay::yay::yay:



If anyone is flying into the UK before the cruise there are flights with
Globespan from Orlando to Glasgow for less than $400 pp in the week before the cruise - you can then fly into Barcelona with BMI.

You can also get a flight to Barcelona via Ireland with Aer Lingus for approx £350

Check out www.skyscanner.net for flights also.

[TotallyAngelic]

I`ve been looking at flights ( no change there! )
Icelandair have flights from JFK to Manchester for £280, on their website they have them to Heathrow for £221. Very good I think, though the planes look a bit crappy but I won`t let that put us off.
How does $144 sound for a one way direct flight from MCO to JFK?
This option could come in at a price I`m comfortable with.



Those sound excellent prices :woohoo::woohoo:

[dolphingirl47]

WARNING: non humours posting coming up:rolleyes:

Ok so it's no that bad but looking for input from our UK residents. As I have previously stated our plans are to visit DF in Strouport on Severn (south of Birmingham) the week before the cruise. I am trying to plan flights into the UK. Right now I can get a flight direct from Toronto to Manchester for $620 (CND). It leaves at 7:55 pm (our time) arrives 8:00 am (local Manchester time) on a Friday. My problem is I don't want to put out our friends by having them travel the two hours to pick us up in Manchester on a Friday morning. They may have to take time off and I know they are already taking 3 weeks off for the cruise. I know they would (and if they are lurking in in the background I know you said you would) Flights I have found into Birmingham are almost twice as much. My question is: How is the UK train system for getting from Manchester to at least Birmingham with luggage? The other options would be a car hire one way, but then additional one way costs, or staying in Manchester overnight and resting up and meeting up with them on Saturday.

One other question:
Why are they no planes where Peter Pan lives?

Because there is a sign that says "Never Neverland"

:lmao: I couldn't resist putting some kind of humour in. Now back to our regularly scheduled thread.

Jon

The trains that go from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham have amble baggage space and are comfortable. The same is true for most of the train between Manchester Airport and Manchester Piccadilly as the majority of them are long distance trains.

There are 4 hotels at Manchester Airport. The Radisson is between the Airport Railway Station and Terminal 2 and linked to both via a moving walkway. The other 3 are not directly in any terminal building, but still on airport property and offer complimentary shuttles. Our favourite is the Crowne Plaza, but there is also a Hilton and a local chain hotel called Bewleys. I would definitely recommend staying overnight. Having done plenty of flights from USA back to UK and then having a 2 hour plus train journey before we moved to Manchester, this is something that I recommend to be avoided if at all possible.

I`ve been looking at flights ( no change there! )
Icelandair have flights from JFK to Manchester for £280, on their website they have them to Heathrow for £221. Very good I think, though the planes look a bit crappy but I won`t let that put us off.
How does $144 sound for a one way direct flight from MCO to JFK?
This option could come in at a price I`m comfortable with.

Re transport links from Manchester to Birmingham - there is a railway station incorporated into the airport. Birmingham is about 90 miles away.

There are no trains to Birmingham leaving from the airport Railway station. To get from Manchester Airport to Birmingham, you would need to take any train and change at Manchester Piccadilly.

Corinna

[TotallyAngelic]

The trains which run from Manchester Picadilly to Birmingham New Street leave approximately every half an hour and there are different prices but the cheapest seems to be £14 per person single. That is looking at current prices.

From Manchester Airport to Manchester Picadilly it is approx £3.20 single(cheapest fare) at the present time and the trains run every 5-10 minutes. (takes about 15-10 mins)


You can look at : www.thetrainline.com for train info and prices in the UK.

[orlandothebeagle]

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::w oohoo:

ooooohhhhh - I am so excited - have just booked my return flights from Orlando !!!!

Flying home on 3rd October with Globespan to Edinburgh- $338 per person
Then internal flight Edinburgh to Manchester £45 per person !!!!

Total price of return flights for 2 people works out at less than £600 - less than a one-way flight with Virgin for one person.

My flight budget was £1000 for both of us and I have almost halved it so I am really really pleased!

And a great big thanks to Lynne for the Globespan heads-up - there will be a cocktail on the Disney Magic with your name on it !!!!!!

:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay: :yay::yay::yay::yay:



If anyone is flying into the UK before the cruise there are flights with
Globespan from Orlando to Glasgow for less than $400 pp in the week before the cruise - you can then fly into Barcelona with BMI.

You can also get a flight to Barcelona via Ireland with Aer Lingus for approx £350

Check out www.skyscanner.net for flights also.

When we booked it we were so quick to book, globespan sight had forgot to put a charge on for baggage, meals and extra leg room seats so we got a good deal too xx

glad your sorted.

[TotallyAngelic]

When we booked it we were so quick to book, globespan sight had forgot to put a charge on for baggage, meals and extra leg room seats so we got a good deal too xx

glad your sorted.

we had to pay $20 for each checked bag and I think meals were free - you can even make a selection already - we opted for the beef chasseur - which only Tony will eat but he will easily manage both!

[woody73]

ooooohhhhh - I am so excited - have just booked my return flights from Orlando !!!!
Congratulations!

Woody

[TotallyAngelic]

Congratulations!

Woody

Thanks Woody - it seems so exciting to actually be booking things - just the Barcelona hotel and the WDW hotel to decide upon now.

[TotallyAngelic]

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

I am having a very productive day! Have just booked our Barcelona hotel for 2 nights prior to the cruise - after researching for simply ages and ages we have decided that will be staying here:

http://www.hotelpraktikrambla.com/en

Good Tripadvisor reviews and I think it looks really nice and is in a great location.:yay::yay::yay:

Anyone else staying here?

[Feebs]

Many many thanks for the Flyglobespan info. Glasgow will work for us, I think I`ll book our return for the 7th. DD flew with them last week - she said they were good.

[TotallyAngelic]

DD flew with them last week - she said they were good.

Thats good to know :goodvibes:goodvibes

[gismo1554]

Hi all. I chatted with some of you a bit oh...a year ago! ;) Then I wasn't able to get online as much and now I'm back.

I can't believe it's only less than a year away now! Time has flown quickly! There are far too many posts for me to catch up on so I hope it's ok if I jump in here clueless again. You guys are a chatty bunch!

I do have a question that I think you guys can answer. When do we get our flight information if we booked through Disney?

Wohow its been that long? I would think DCL will let you know probably 6 months out!

ooooohhhhh - I am so excited - have just booked my return flights from Orlando !!!!

Flying home on 3rd October with Globespan to Edinburgh- $338 per person
Then internal flight Edinburgh to Manchester £45 per person !!!!

Total price of return flights for 2 people works out at less than £600 - less than a one-way flight with Virgin for one person.

My flight budget was £1000 for both of us and I have almost halved it so I am really really pleased!

And a great big thanks to Lynne for the Globespan heads-up - there will be a cocktail on the Disney Magic with your name on it !!!!!!

:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay: :yay::yay::yay::yay:

If anyone is flying into the UK before the cruise there are flights with
Globespan from Orlando to Glasgow for less than $400 pp in the week before the cruise - you can then fly into Barcelona with BMI.

You can also get a flight to Barcelona via Ireland with Aer Lingus for approx £350

Check out www.skyscanner.net for flights also.

Well done Sarah! Im still not having any luck getting a reward flight! just want it booked now!

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

I am having a very productive day! Have just booked our Barcelona hotel for 2 nights prior to the cruise - after researching for simply ages and ages we have decided that will be staying here:

http://www.hotelpraktikrambla.com/en

Good Tripadvisor reviews and I think it looks really nice and is in a great location.:yay::yay::yay:

Anyone else staying here?

OK ur too productive today

Many many thanks for the Flyglobespan info. Glasgow will work for us, I think I`ll book our return for the 7th. DD flew with them last week - she said they were good.

Well done! Im so behind you all!

[HallsofVA]

I do have a question that I think you guys can answer. When do we get our flight information if we booked through Disney?

I would think DCL will let you know probably 6 months out!


I didn't think DCL let you know until closer to the 45-75 day mark, but this is my first time booking DCL air. I remember asking when was the last day to cancel the DCL air, and I thought it was 75 days without penalty (perhaps 90 days on internation flights, but I can't remember) and that you could pay the air deviation fee up to 45 days out to get the exact flights you want. But it's probably best to look on the DCL website or ask your TA to be sure.

Here's what the Disney site says. Looks like travel plans will be posted by 45 days out, and international flights have to cancel by 90 days out.

Air Transportation

View your flight details within 45 days of your embarkation date by visiting My Online Check-In or by calling Disney Cruise Line directly at (877) 566-0967. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
After you've received your flight details, be sure to contact the airline by phone or via the airline's website to arrange your seat assignments and ensure the best seating for you and your family. You can also arrange special meal requests, receive frequent flyer information and make other airline related arrangements.
Disney Cruise Line reserves the right to designate any air carrier and schedule from each originating city offered. However, you can request specific airlines, flights, times, or other specific aspects of your air itinerary through our Special Air Request Department for an additional fee. To change the details of your flight, you are invited to complete and submit the Flight Modification Form available to you in My Online Check-In up to 45 days prior to your departing flight. Upon receipt of this form, a Disney Travel representative will contact you to discuss alternate flight arrangements, usually within 2 business days. For more information, please contact dcldeviations@email.disney.com.
As of June 2, 2009, changes such as gateway changes/cancellations, flight date changes and name changes/corrections are considered cancellations and applicable air cancellation fees will apply. Air taxes and fees are refundable. See the Airline Cancellation Fees table below for additional details.

Domestic air cancellation fees apply for sailings where both the embark and debark port are in North America. International air cancellation fees apply for all other sailing itineraries that include a cruise with embark or debark ports outside of North America.

Airline Cancellation Fees
Domestic International
Days Prior to Flight Fees (per person) Days Prior to Flight Fees (per person)
74-45 $50 89-45 50% of air add-on
44-31 50% of air add-on 44-0 100% of air add-on
30-0 100% of air add-on

[TotallyAngelic]

Well done Sarah! Im still not having any luck getting a reward flight! just want it booked now!

Well done! Im so behind you all!

Your time will come Sarah, be patient :hug: and at least you will be getting seat-back TV with Virgin and no lay-over!

I would fly with Virgin myself but for £588 pp - no thanks :mad:

[GOS]

Yes we were. I don't recall meeting but we probably passed like ships in the night. We did the Kayak/Snorkel trip in St. Thomas and the Tortola Beach excursion. Did you do either one of those?
Also, there is a group picture floating around...are you in it?
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3545/3506441246_2338255755_b.jpg
With the size of this group, who knows how we are going to get a group picture! I'm sure one of the veteran cruisers will let us know.

Our youngest DD is in the front row on the right w/brown jacket. DD, DH & myself are stacked up straight behind her. That was a wonderful trip.

If we haven't met, I certainly look forward to meeting you.

Linda

Great photo Linda. We posed for pics outside Lumieres. Didn't think of the Promenade Lounge.

[GOS]

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::w oohoo:

ooooohhhhh - I am so excited - have just booked my return flights from Orlando !!!!

Flying home on 3rd October with Globespan to Edinburgh- $338 per person
Then internal flight Edinburgh to Manchester £45 per person !!!!

Total price of return flights for 2 people works out at less than £600 - less than a one-way flight with Virgin for one person.

My flight budget was £1000 for both of us and I have almost halved it so I am really really pleased!

And a great big thanks to Lynne for the Globespan heads-up - there will be a cocktail on the Disney Magic with your name on it !!!!!!

:yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay::yay: :yay::yay::yay::yay:



If anyone is flying into the UK before the cruise there are flights with
Globespan from Orlando to Glasgow for less than $400 pp in the week before the cruise - you can then fly into Barcelona with BMI.

You can also get a flight to Barcelona via Ireland with Aer Lingus for approx £350

Check out www.skyscanner.net for flights also.

Excellent news. We got our return Virgin flights yesterday, using miles plus money for PE seats.

[Feebs]

Thanks again Sarah - you are a hero in our household! Our flights are booked $800 including the luggage.
They only took a $330 deposit with the balance due next July. My credit card is very relieved ;)
I tried to change our cruise booking to use DVC points - no luck. I`ll keep trying though - the thought of not paying cash for this cruise is music to Dh`s ears.
This evening I`ve got to transform myself into a tarty 1950`s police officer -a role I`ve got to play in our local theatre next week. The play is thankfully comedic. Give me strength :scared1:

[gismo1554]

I didn't think DCL let you know until closer to the 45-75 day mark, but this is my first time booking DCL air. I remember asking when was the last day to cancel the DCL air, and I thought it was 75 days without penalty (perhaps 90 days on internation flights, but I can't remember) and that you could pay the air deviation fee up to 45 days out to get the exact flights you want. But it's probably best to look on the DCL website or ask your TA to be sure.

Here's what the Disney site says. Looks like travel plans will be posted by 45 days out, and international flights have to cancel by 90 days out.

Air Transportation

View your flight details within 45 days of your embarkation date by visiting My Online Check-In or by calling Disney Cruise Line directly at (877) 566-0967. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
After you've received your flight details, be sure to contact the airline by phone or via the airline's website to arrange your seat assignments and ensure the best seating for you and your family. You can also arrange special meal requests, receive frequent flyer information and make other airline related arrangements.
Disney Cruise Line reserves the right to designate any air carrier and schedule from each originating city offered. However, you can request specific airlines, flights, times, or other specific aspects of your air itinerary through our Special Air Request Department for an additional fee. To change the details of your flight, you are invited to complete and submit the Flight Modification Form available to you in My Online Check-In up to 45 days prior to your departing flight. Upon receipt of this form, a Disney Travel representative will contact you to discuss alternate flight arrangements, usually within 2 business days. For more information, please contact dcldeviations@email.disney.com.
As of June 2, 2009, changes such as gateway changes/cancellations, flight date changes and name changes/corrections are considered cancellations and applicable air cancellation fees will apply. Air taxes and fees are refundable. See the Airline Cancellation Fees table below for additional details.

Domestic air cancellation fees apply for sailings where both the embark and debark port are in North America. International air cancellation fees apply for all other sailing itineraries that include a cruise with embark or debark ports outside of North America.

Airline Cancellation Fees
Domestic International
Days Prior to Flight Fees (per person) Days Prior to Flight Fees (per person)
74-45 $50 89-45 50% of air add-on
44-31 50% of air add-on 44-0 100% of air add-on
30-0 100% of air add-on

Ah fair enough! I assumed it was around the time you had to pay in full but clearly not!

[adnil530]

:idea:We could get everyone dressed in the lifejackets on the bow of the ship with the 60' waves as a backdrop. Gotta take the picture quick cuz we may not all be there when the shutter closes. :sad2:

Candida (DW) suggested a panoramic style of picture with multiple groupings or the other option would be using the Walt Disney Theater and shot from the stage towards the seating.

:lmao: The theater might be a great idea!

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

I am having a very productive day! Have just booked our Barcelona hotel for 2 nights prior to the cruise - after researching for simply ages and ages we have decided that will be staying here:

http://www.hotelpraktikrambla.com/en

Good Tripadvisor reviews and I think it looks really nice and is in a great location.:yay::yay::yay:

Anyone else staying here?

Wish I could be productive. DH employer finally put the vacation leave sheet out today. Should be able to have everything booked by this time next week if he gets all the time he's requesting:thumbsup2

On another note, anyone booking New Years on the Dream tomorrow?

Linda

[adnil530]

Great photo Linda. We posed for pics outside Lumieres. Didn't think of the Promenade Lounge.

Thanks Heather...I don't know who took it though...probably one of the CMs.

[GOS]

Thanks Heather...I don't know who took it though...probably one of the CMs.

This was our DIS group a couple of weeks ago.

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x120/oakleigh85/P1010316.jpg

oh to be back there now.

[TotallyAngelic]

Thanks again Sarah - you are a hero in our household! Our flights are booked $800 including the luggage.
They only took a $330 deposit with the balance due next July. My credit card is very relieved ;)
I tried to change our cruise booking to use DVC points - no luck. I`ll keep trying though - the thought of not paying cash for this cruise is music to Dh`s ears.
This evening I`ve got to transform myself into a tarty 1950`s police officer -a role I`ve got to play in our local theatre next week. The play is thankfully comedic. Give me strength :scared1:

To be honest it was Lynne (OrlandotheBeagle) who gave me the heads-up on Globespan - so we both owe her a big thank you :hug:
The tarty police officer sounds interesting - I think we need to see photos! What play are you doing?

[TotallyAngelic]

Some great group photos there folks :goodvibes:goodvibes

[Feebs]

To be honest it was Lynne (OrlandotheBeagle) who gave me the heads-up on Globespan - so we both owe her a big thank you :hug:
The tarty police officer sounds interesting - I think we need to see photos! What play are you doing?

A big thankyou to Lynne as well!

The play is Dutch Uncle by Simon Gray - he wrote Cell Mates the play made famous by Stephen Fry when he fled the production and went to France. I`ve just terrified DH with my outfit and make up!

[alexandmaddie]

Thanks again Sarah - you are a hero in our household! Our flights are booked $800 including the luggage.
They only took a $330 deposit with the balance due next July. My credit card is very relieved ;)
I tried to change our cruise booking to use DVC points - no luck. I`ll keep trying though - the thought of not paying cash for this cruise is music to Dh`s ears.
This evening I`ve got to transform myself into a tarty 1950`s police officer -a role I`ve got to play in our local theatre next week. The play is thankfully comedic. Give me strength :scared1:

Can I ask why you couldn't change your cruise booking to DVC points? I was able to do it just this past Sunday. :confused3

Krista

[pilk]

Well done! Im so behind you all!

You are not the only one. Good thing this isn't a running race or I would have to use my :car: to get out of last place.

[su_kraft]

Hi Everyone! WOW - Looks like we are very late to the party!! We just booked the Western TA tonight! This was an upgrade to the 4 night cruise we had booked while on the magic this year... We are in cabin 8002 - anyone know anything about this room? We also found airfare for $650 all inclusive on AirFrance. We took care of getting "permission" to pull the kiddos from school (they are on vacation for 5 of the days, but the extra 7 we wanted to make sure it wouldn't be frowned upon), and they are excited - its going to be a very long 300 plus days until we sail!

So, being new to the boards, can someone fill me in on how we get involved with all the fun? Also, while DH and I are thrilled to celebrate our 18th anniversary on board, I worry about our kids (ds - will be 13 and dd will be 6). Can anyone fill us in on how they fill the days at sea?

Oh - and a request from our son - how do we get in on the FE fun? :tink: I cant wait to be able to pack and get underway!

Sue

[TheDisneyGirl02]

Hi Everyone! WOW - Looks like we are very late to the party!! We just booked the Western TA tonight! This was an upgrade to the 4 night cruise we had booked while on the magic this year... We are in cabin 8002 - anyone know anything about this room? We also found airfare for $650 all inclusive on AirFrance. We took care of getting "permission" to pull the kiddos from school (they are on vacation for 5 of the days, but the extra 7 we wanted to make sure it wouldn't be frowned upon), and they are excited - its going to be a very long 300 plus days until we sail!

So, being new to the boards, can someone fill me in on how we get involved with all the fun? Also, while DH and I are thrilled to celebrate our 18th anniversary on board, I worry about our kids (ds - will be 13 and dd will be 6). Can anyone fill us in on how they fill the days at sea?

Oh - and a request from our son - how do we get in on the FE fun? :tink: I cant wait to be able to pack and get underway!

Sue

Welcome aboard!!!!!

I haven't been around much lately because life has been so busy. Between my grandfather, working at the Disney Store and just life in general I haven't been online very much. I'm really looking forward to this cruise! :)

[MrsMork]

Welcome, Sue!! The first post of the thread has lots of info for you, including how to get involved with the FE and other fun stuff. Your kids should have no problem staying busy between the clubs, the pools, the food, shuffleboard, ping-pong. :thumbsup2

[adnil530]

This was our DIS group a couple of weeks ago.

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x120/oakleigh85/P1010316.jpg

oh to be back there now.

What a great looking group of people. Lots of participants. Looks like you posed just before the auction? I've never participated in the auctions. Looks like too much fun for me. I'd be waving that paddle around and bidding on everything!

Hi Everyone! WOW - Looks like we are very late to the party!! We just booked the Western TA tonight! This was an upgrade to the 4 night cruise we had booked while on the magic this year... We are in cabin 8002 - anyone know anything about this room? We also found airfare for $650 all inclusive on AirFrance. We took care of getting "permission" to pull the kiddos from school (they are on vacation for 5 of the days, but the extra 7 we wanted to make sure it wouldn't be frowned upon), and they are excited - its going to be a very long 300 plus days until we sail!

So, being new to the boards, can someone fill me in on how we get involved with all the fun? Also, while DH and I are thrilled to celebrate our 18th anniversary on board, I worry about our kids (ds - will be 13 and dd will be 6). Can anyone fill us in on how they fill the days at sea?

Oh - and a request from our son - how do we get in on the FE fun? :tink: I cant wait to be able to pack and get underway!

Sue

Welcome aboard! As Mrs. Mork says above, lots of info posted. I wouldn't worry about the fun and/or activities running out for the kids or the adults.

My DD is wondering where all the kids are on the kids only post? Also, any more talk on a homework/study group on board?

Linda

[MrsMork]

Homework!!! EEEEWWWW!!! :rolleyes:

[su_kraft]

Welcome aboard! As Mrs. Mork says above, lots of info posted. I wouldn't worry about the fun and/or activities running out for the kids or the adults.

My DD is wondering where all the kids are on the kids only post? Also, any more talk on a homework/study group on board?

Linda

Im not worried about the activities for my son - he will get over being shy pretty quick. My daughter is another story... She is painfully shy and wouldn't do the club unless she knew someone in there... I so hope that she is over that and can do the kid activities - she missed so much this last cruise!

My kids will have homework so I am way in favor of a homework or study group!!

In the meantime, I think I signed us up for everything!! It is going to be a long wait until we leave! On the plus side, we were able to get our airfare way cheap, so we are doing an extra day in Barcelona. We are staying on my points at the Holiday Inn (penny pinching a bit here...) but the TA through our office said that it was supposed to be safe, clean and most importantly we can ship a box over ahead of time, so we don't have to worry about the luggage restraints with Air France (1 23KG bag per person) or the liquid restrictions...

Sorry to go on and on! I am just so thrilled to be able to do this!!

[TotallyAngelic]

Hi Everyone! WOW - Looks like we are very late to the party!! We just booked the Western TA tonight! This was an upgrade to the 4 night cruise we had booked while on the magic this year... We are in cabin 8002 - anyone know anything about this room? We also found airfare for $650 all inclusive on AirFrance. We took care of getting "permission" to pull the kiddos from school (they are on vacation for 5 of the days, but the extra 7 we wanted to make sure it wouldn't be frowned upon), and they are excited - its going to be a very long 300 plus days until we sail!

So, being new to the boards, can someone fill me in on how we get involved with all the fun? Also, while DH and I are thrilled to celebrate our 18th anniversary on board, I worry about our kids (ds - will be 13 and dd will be 6). Can anyone fill us in on how they fill the days at sea?

Oh - and a request from our son - how do we get in on the FE fun? :tink: I cant wait to be able to pack and get underway!

Sue

HI Sue - welcome aboard - we are Sarah and Tony from North Wales and this is our 2nd Disney Cruise. We booked with over 600 days to go so we feel we are getting really close now!

Welcome, Sue!! The first post of the thread has lots of info for you, including how to get involved with the FE and other fun stuff. Your kids should have no problem staying busy between the clubs, the pools, the food, shuffleboard, ping-pong. :thumbsup2

If you want to join in with the Secret Mickey - check out the details on the website ( http://www.transatlanticpirates.com ) and then send me your details - I have taken over the Secret Mickey as the original cruiser has had to cancel this cruise - the website hasn't been updated yet - but PM me your details if you would like to join in with that.

[epcot1stfave]

Welcome Sue & family, I am Michael and DW (hotfudgesundae) is Trish.
I have a question regarding American Airlines that I hope some one can help with. What is the baggage allowance for internal flights in the States, I have looked at the web site 1st bag $20, 2nd bag $30, 3rd bag $100, is that the allowance each or in total. For 3 bags between the two of us would that be $150 or $50 for me checking 2 bags and then another $20 for DW checking the third total $70. Does that make sense or am I not reading it right
Thanks Michael

[orlandothebeagle]

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

I am having a very productive day! Have just booked our Barcelona hotel for 2 nights prior to the cruise - after researching for simply ages and ages we have decided that will be staying here:

http://www.hotelpraktikrambla.com/en

Good Tripadvisor reviews and I think it looks really nice and is in a great location.:yay::yay::yay:

Anyone else staying here?
Brilliant, when do you fly to barcelona again?
Thanks again Sarah - you are a hero in our household! Our flights are booked $800 including the luggage.
They only took a $330 deposit with the balance due next July. My credit card is very relieved ;)
I tried to change our cruise booking to use DVC points - no luck. I`ll keep trying though - the thought of not paying cash for this cruise is music to Dh`s ears.
This evening I`ve got to transform myself into a tarty 1950`s police officer -a role I`ve got to play in our local theatre next week. The play is thankfully comedic. Give me strength :scared1:
Brilliant, its great to get sorted!! Any excuse eh?:thumbsup2
:lmao: The theater might be a great idea!



Wish I could be productive. DH employer finally put the vacation leave sheet out today. Should be able to have everything booked by this time next week if he gets all the time he's requesting:thumbsup2

On another note, anyone booking New Years on the Dream tomorrow?

Linda
No, gonna book when on the cruise for the dream in 2012

To be honest it was Lynne (OrlandotheBeagle) who gave me the heads-up on Globespan - so we both owe her a big thank you :hug:
The tarty police officer sounds interesting - I think we need to see photos! What play are you doing?
Oh, shucks, you cant blame me though if flights are crap.:goodvibes
A big thankyou to Lynne as well!

The play is Dutch Uncle by Simon Gray - he wrote Cell Mates the play made famous by Stephen Fry when he fled the production and went to France. I`ve just terrified DH with my outfit and make up!
dito;)
Hi Everyone! WOW - Looks like we are very late to the party!! We just booked the Western TA tonight! This was an upgrade to the 4 night cruise we had booked while on the magic this year... We are in cabin 8002 - anyone know anything about this room? We also found airfare for $650 all inclusive on AirFrance. We took care of getting "permission" to pull the kiddos from school (they are on vacation for 5 of the days, but the extra 7 we wanted to make sure it wouldn't be frowned upon), and they are excited - its going to be a very long 300 plus days until we sail!

So, being new to the boards, can someone fill me in on how we get involved with all the fun? Also, while DH and I are thrilled to celebrate our 18th anniversary on board, I worry about our kids (ds - will be 13 and dd will be 6). Can anyone fill us in on how they fill the days at sea?

Oh - and a request from our son - how do we get in on the FE fun? :tink: I cant wait to be able to pack and get underway!

Sue
Welcome aboard sue and family, a big huge warm welcome from a very chilly scotland:banana:
Welcome aboard!!!!!

I haven't been around much lately because life has been so busy. Between my grandfather, working at the Disney Store and just life in general I haven't been online very much. I'm really looking forward to this cruise! :)

Yes, me too, things will settle down and we will be here when youve more time:)

[Feebs]

Can I ask why you couldn't change your cruise booking to DVC points? I was able to do it just this past Sunday. :confused3

Krista

Thats a good point - we wanted cat.11 and that is what we have booked. They said no availability and I did wonder, once I`d ended the call why they couldn`t just transfer the booking. I think I`ll phone again later.

Welcome Su - this cruise is going to be fantastic!

[gismo1554]

You are not the only one. Good thing this isn't a running race or I would have to use my :car: to get out of last place.

LOL I would have to too! You can give me a lift on the way!

[gismo1554]

Hi Everyone! WOW - Looks like we are very late to the party!! We just booked the Western TA tonight! This was an upgrade to the 4 night cruise we had booked while on the magic this year... We are in cabin 8002 - anyone know anything about this room? We also found airfare for $650 all inclusive on AirFrance. We took care of getting "permission" to pull the kiddos from school (they are on vacation for 5 of the days, but the extra 7 we wanted to make sure it wouldn't be frowned upon), and they are excited - its going to be a very long 300 plus days until we sail!

So, being new to the boards, can someone fill me in on how we get involved with all the fun? Also, while DH and I are thrilled to celebrate our 18th anniversary on board, I worry about our kids (ds - will be 13 and dd will be 6). Can anyone fill us in on how they fill the days at sea?

Oh - and a request from our son - how do we get in on the FE fun? :tink: I cant wait to be able to pack and get underway!

Sue

Hi Sue! Glad you joined us. Definately look at the first page and itll give you data on who to contact for things. At the moment our Web Guru is busy doing stuff so hasn't been on much and our Captain is too so you may not here back for awhile but they will be back in the new year hopefully.

[Disneynut64]

Yes we were. I don't recall meeting but we probably passed like ships in the night. We did the Kayak/Snorkel trip in St. Thomas and the Tortola Beach excursion. Did you do either one of those?
Also, there is a group picture floating around...are you in it?
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3545/3506441246_2338255755_b.jpg
With the size of this group, who knows how we are going to get a group picture! I'm sure one of the veteran cruisers will let us know.

Our youngest DD is in the front row on the right w/brown jacket. DD, DH & myself are stacked up straight behind her. That was a wonderful trip.

If we haven't met, I certainly look forward to meeting you.

Linda
Yes i am in the photo, i am in the bag with the yellow.gold mickey cruise shirt on short hair with glasses my husband is behind me. We couldn't believe how after the meet we never ran into anyone after that. Looking forward to meeting up again.:cool1:

[Disneynut64]

Hi Yoda:goodvibes



Pilk
Youre a real naughty noodle.;)

You will have to get off the cruise ship in barcelona and get back on. so i believe you will clear customs in barcelona then in port canaveral when you arrive in florida. The ship has to clear the port of entry upon arrival and i believe so does all the passengers. Hope that helps

[Disneynut64]

I`ve been looking at flights ( no change there! )
Icelandair have flights from JFK to Manchester for £280, on their website they have them to Heathrow for £221. Very good I think, though the planes look a bit crappy but I won`t let that put us off.
How does $144 sound for a one way direct flight from MCO to JFK?
This option could come in at a price I`m comfortable with.

Re transport links from Manchester to Birmingham - there is a railway station incorporated into the airport. Birmingham is about 90 miles away.

might be able to get bet the mco to jfk for a little cheaper around 99 a person

[Disneynut64]

Thanks again Sarah - you are a hero in our household! Our flights are booked $800 including the luggage.
They only took a $330 deposit with the balance due next July. My credit card is very relieved ;)
I tried to change our cruise booking to use DVC points - no luck. I`ll keep trying though - the thought of not paying cash for this cruise is music to Dh`s ears.
This evening I`ve got to transform myself into a tarty 1950`s police officer -a role I`ve got to play in our local theatre next week. The play is thankfully comedic. Give me strength :scared1:

Why can't you use your dvc points for this cruise we did?

[Disneynut64]

This was our DIS group a couple of weeks ago.

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x120/oakleigh85/P1010316.jpg

oh to be back there now.

Was this from the Disney magic oct 24th I was on this cruise. but signed up too late to be part of the disboard fesitivities

[Walt & Di]

Was this from the Disney magic oct 24th I was on this cruise. but signed up too late to be part of the disboard fesitivities

Good morning,

Walt and Di was on that cruise, we are the two inside the right rails. Heather's the blond in pink shirt on the right side of the steering wheel behind the sitting lady.


We had such an excellent group and enjoyed every minute meeting people thru out the ship day and night.

Walt :cool1:

[adnil530]

Yes i am in the photo, i am in the bag with the yellow.gold mickey cruise shirt on short hair with glasses my husband is behind me. We couldn't believe how after the meet we never ran into anyone after that. Looking forward to meeting up again.:cool1:

:cutie: It's funny how that happens. There were certain people we saw constantly here and there and, like you, others we never saw again. Caught a few, and was caught by a few, hanging around fe's though. :rotfl:

[gismo1554]

Im not worried about the activities for my son - he will get over being shy pretty quick. My daughter is another story... She is painfully shy and wouldn't do the club unless she knew someone in there... I so hope that she is over that and can do the kid activities - she missed so much this last cruise!

My kids will have homework so I am way in favor of a homework or study group!!

In the meantime, I think I signed us up for everything!! It is going to be a long wait until we leave! On the plus side, we were able to get our airfare way cheap, so we are doing an extra day in Barcelona. We are staying on my points at the Holiday Inn (penny pinching a bit here...) but the TA through our office said that it was supposed to be safe, clean and most importantly we can ship a box over ahead of time, so we don't have to worry about the luggage restraints with Air France (1 23KG bag per person) or the liquid restrictions...

Sorry to go on and on! I am just so thrilled to be able to do this!!

Well done! Another one with airfare sorted. I need to get it done!

[Disneynut64]

getting anxious, waiting for the fares from the US to drop. Hope once the holidays are behind us we will see some great fares from florida. Cruise booked, hotel booked, just need airfare.

[CACruisin']

Welcome Sue & family, I am Michael and DW (hotfudgesundae) is Trish.
I have a question regarding American Airlines that I hope some one can help with. What is the baggage allowance for internal flights in the States, I have looked at the web site 1st bag $20, 2nd bag $30, 3rd bag $100, is that the allowance each or in total. For 3 bags between the two of us would that be $150 or $50 for me checking 2 bags and then another $20 for DW checking the third total $70. Does that make sense or am I not reading it right
Thanks Michael

The second route: the cheapest route is for one of you to check 2 bags and the other to check 1 bag for a total of $70.

[adnil530]

Off topic, but I'm excited.
:jumping1:We just booked the Disney Dream New Years Cruise 12/29/11 and was able to book our 1st choice in cabin location! :jumping1:

[Disneynut64]

Off topic, but I'm excited.
:jumping1:We just booked the Disney Dream New Years Cruise 12/29/11 and was able to book our 1st choice in cabin location! :jumping1:

That is awesome!!!!!!:banana::cool1:

[MrsMork]

Off topic, but I'm excited.
:jumping1:We just booked the Disney Dream New Years Cruise 12/29/11 and was able to book our 1st choice in cabin location! :jumping1:

:yay::woohoo:Good for you!

[epcot1stfave]

The second route: the cheapest route is for one of you to check 2 bags and the other to check 1 bag for a total of $70.

Thanks, I was hoping that would be the way it worked :thumbsup2

[orlandothebeagle]

Yes i am in the photo, i am in the bag with the yellow.gold mickey cruise shirt on short hair with glasses my husband is behind me. We couldn't believe how after the meet we never ran into anyone after that. Looking forward to meeting up again.:cool1:
We took a:goodvibes note of everybodys state room no, we called everybody and met up. It was great going for drinks with all our buddies.
getting anxious, waiting for the fares from the US to drop. Hope once the holidays are behind us we will see some great fares from florida. Cruise booked, hotel booked, just need airfare.
Yip, unless you snorkel acroos the atlantic!:lmao:
Off topic, but I'm excited.
:jumping1:We just booked the Disney Dream New Years Cruise 12/29/11 and was able to book our 1st choice in cabin location! :jumping1:

Cool:thumbsup2
I want to go jan 2012 post disney marathon.

[gismo1554]

getting anxious, waiting for the fares from the US to drop. Hope once the holidays are behind us we will see some great fares from florida. Cruise booked, hotel booked, just need airfare.

Well I but the bullet and purchased flights rather than waiting for points as I don't think they are going to come up! Cost a fortune but I guess weve saved everywhere else so does it matter? Maybe Ill win the lottery on Saturday! - off topic one of the £45 million winners from the Euromillions lives like 30 minutes from me! Maybe their luck with rub off.

The second route: the cheapest route is for one of you to check 2 bags and the other to check 1 bag for a total of $70.

Definately the best way to go looking at those prices.

Off topic, but I'm excited.
:jumping1:We just booked the Disney Dream New Years Cruise 12/29/11 and was able to book our 1st choice in cabin location! :jumping1:

Well done!

We took a:goodvibes note of everybodys state room no, we called everybody and met up. It was great going for drinks with all our buddies.

Yip, unless you snorkel acroos the atlantic!:lmao:

Cool:thumbsup2
I want to go jan 2012 post disney marathon.

Lynn youre way too organised!