A Voyage of Firsts! The WONDERful Journey North: LA-Vancouver-Alaska, 4/27-5/10 2011

[Tink rules]

I guess I should think about booking...:rolleyes:

[gydell]

I guess I should think about booking...:rolleyes:

About time!

[ibouncetoo]

I guess I should think about booking...:rolleyes:


The new deposit system will probably work to your advantage now (as it did for Holly for Alaska) :thumbsup2

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[Tink rules]

Very true... the QM and I will have to discuss which Royal Voyage to book first... as soon as the Royal bank account has been replenished... I hear around the 22nd maybe... that would be very nice... http://images.zaazu.com/img/fingerscrossed-fingers-crossed-goodluck-smiley-emoticon-000674-large.gif

[ibouncetoo]

http://images.zaazu.com/img/fingerscrossed-fingers-crossed-goodluck-smiley-emoticon-000674-large.gif

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[Tink rules]

Thanks Jackie!!! Love you! :hug:

[BibbidyBobbidyBoo]

Hi everyone!
TA is over... so now it's time to focus on the next cruise.
hehe
Fortunately this time we don't have to wait 1-2 years for the next one!

Planning on arriving pre-cruise for at least a few days at DL/etc. just me and kids- DH arriving shortly before cruise (due to his vacation days allowed each year)
I'm trying to "decide" on things- where to stay, if I'll drive or fly (even if I drive I still have to pay for flight from Vancouver to LAX then get transportation to my vehicle parked at the port? grrr But if we fly both ways then I wouldn't have a vehicle to do other things I want to do in the area, we'll need transportation from airport to DL seperately from Jeff plus trans to port then trans from port to airport) etc. etc. I keep getting overwhelmed with the decision and go into avoidance mode. haha

Looking at staying at Park Vue Inn across from DL entrance- anyone ever stayed there before? Just curious.

[HollyTyler]

:dance3:Hey Kids....we're under 200 days now!:dance3:

Welcome to 'one'der land! *



*as we say in the weight loss world when one finally breaks below 200

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NO WAY!! That doesn't seem possible! :thumbsup2 I was just telling Tyler yesterday that by the time we cruise, it will be a month shy of THREE YEARS since our last cruise. He doesn't believe it, says it only feels like one year. :thumbsup2 Probably because of everybody else going over the past could years. That makes it more tolerable when we can live vicariously through everybody else. :goodvibes
And Jackie, I'd LOVE to enter the other kind of 'one'der land! :cloud9:

[Tink rules]

I think we should make signs for "one" derland... since we'll be on the "one"der...:yay::yay:

[BibbidyBobbidyBoo]

Yes, yes and yes we are doing Champagne Girls on the LA Repo portion of the B2B. Don't forget the Old Geezers and Geezers In Training cookies and hot toddies up at the Cove Cafe. I'm sure we'll do a 3:00pm Promenade Lounge meet and greet for BBCs. There may be a PJ breakfast somewhere along the way....don't forget to pack your flannel footie PJs.

Are you all still going to be able to make this trip, considering your move and Shannon's new job? I sure hope so, but I completely understand if not.



Wait what?
Now I regret (even more) not getting to know the Champagne girls and Old Geezers and Geezers in training on the WBTA- I didn't know they'd be on these cruises also! *facepalm* Bad girl, Shelley... bad girl.

[BibbidyBobbidyBoo]

Yep...don't see a need for any more.

I thought doing a Thieves and Friends Secret Mickey exchange would be fun.

I'm pretty much done with FE...except for when I cruise with any kids I may be bringing along with me or if there was an adults exchange (or an 'all consumables' exchange). I have a lifetime supply of stickers and pirate tatoos! :lmao:

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Um me too
(ornery side of me makes mental note to bring some and stick in your FE on these cruises LOL You need more.... right? I think that's what you meant. :lmao: )

[BibbidyBobbidyBoo]

Calmer seas and sceanery on both sides of the ship. For those with verandahs (and portholes), since we retrace our route up and back, you will get to see both views. :thumbsup2

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aw shucks.. making me regret even more that these are the only cruises we'll have without verandahs. *pouts and kicks a rock with foot*

[ibouncetoo]

Wait what?
Now I regret (even more) not getting to know the Champagne girls and Old Geezers and Geezers in training on the WBTA- I didn't know they'd be on these cruises also! *facepalm* Bad girl, Shelley... bad girl.

Yep, the "Champagne Girls" are spreading. It started with Deb (EllaEnchanted) and our friend Mandy (UK Angel) organizing it for the '08 WBPC. Then we did it again for an '09 Tortola cruise. And they've done it on the WBTA last month. I think Deb has organized one on another cruise of hers (Deb?) and we'll do it again for this one. THEN, there will be another on the Dream in November '11 at Pink!!. Hoping as more and more DISers have been joining it will show up on more and more cruises and some day, ladies in pink will take over the WORLD! Bwaaaaa hhaaaaa hhaaaa!
(sorry, lost control for a moment)





aw shucks.. making me regret even more that these are the only cruises we'll have without verandahs. *pouts and kicks a rock with foot*

As an 'insider' for these cruises too, I know what you mean. But there are plenty of spots for viewing, even inside. I'm picturing a window at Diversions where I can hang out with an adult beverage, a book and an amazing view! :thumbsup2 But don't tell anyone or they'll take 'my' chair!

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[gydell]

aw shucks.. making me regret even more that these are the only cruises we'll have without verandahs. *pouts and kicks a rock with foot*

Yep, the "Champagne Girls" are spreading. It started with Deb (EllaEnchanted) and our friend Mandy (UK Angel) organizing it for the '08 WBPC. Then we did it again for an '09 Tortola cruise. And they've done it on the WBTA last month. I think Deb has organized one on another cruise of hers (Deb?) and we'll do it again for this one. THEN, there will be another on the Dream in November '11 at Pink!!. Hoping as more and more DISers have been joining it will show up on more and more cruises and some day, ladies in pink will take over the WORLD! Bwaaaaa hhaaaaa hhaaaa!
(sorry, lost control for a moment)







As an 'insider' for these cruises too, I know what you mean. But there are plenty of spots for viewing, even inside. I'm picturing a window at Diversions where I can hang out with an adult beverage, a book and an amazing view! :thumbsup2 But don't tell anyone or they'll take 'my' chair!

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Just come visit me! I'll even serve you Mickey bars!!!

[BibbidyBobbidyBoo]

Yep, the "Champagne Girls" are spreading. It started with Deb (EllaEnchanted) and our friend Mandy (UK Angel) organizing it for the '08 WBPC. Then we did it again for an '09 Tortola cruise. And they've done it on the WBTA last month. I think Deb has organized one on another cruise of hers (Deb?) and we'll do it again for this one. THEN, there will be another on the Dream in November '11 at Pink!!. Hoping as more and more DISers have been joining it will show up on more and more cruises and some day, ladies in pink will take over the WORLD! Bwaaaaa hhaaaaa hhaaaa!
(sorry, lost control for a moment)







As an 'insider' for these cruises too, I know what you mean. But there are plenty of spots for viewing, even inside. I'm picturing a window at Diversions where I can hang out with an adult beverage, a book and an amazing view! :thumbsup2 But don't tell anyone or they'll take 'my' chair!

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LOL!!!!!!!!! at you losing control.
Love it!

hmmm diversions. I won't tell but save me a seat! haha

Which reminds me of a question- I've been reading about outlook cafe and I think I read it's only for 18+. That's probably good to keep it from being overrun with kids, tweens and teens... but where CAN kids see outside the ship without freezing to death? We're Texans-for all but our yankee dad of the family (DH) we're all gonna be freezing to death. Can you bring kids up there or is is strictly for adults only? I thought we'd love to spend time there- but if miss RitaPatita can't come with- we're gonna end up having to enjoy the view somewhere else freezing our tootsies off with her? Well I will be. DH will probably be out there in shorts. *rolling my eyes at him* :rotfl: (she'll still only be 10 on these cruises...)

Just come visit me! I'll even serve you Mickey bars!!!

Ooohhhhh
must remember to make mental note of which stateroom to be knocking on. hehe

[ibouncetoo]

Just come visit me! I'll even serve you Mickey bars!!!

And I'll gladly bring you some hot chocolate!

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[HollyTyler]

LOL!!!!!!!!! at you losing control.
Love it!

hmmm diversions. I won't tell but save me a seat! haha

Which reminds me of a question- I've been reading about outlook cafe and I think I read it's only for 18+. That's probably good to keep it from being overrun with kids, tweens and teens... but where CAN kids see outside the ship without freezing to death? We're Texans-for all but our yankee dad of the family (DH) we're all gonna be freezing to death. Can you bring kids up there or is is strictly for adults only? I thought we'd love to spend time there- but if miss RitaPatita can't come with- we're gonna end up having to enjoy the view somewhere else freezing our tootsies off with her? Well I will be. DH will probably be out there in shorts. *rolling my eyes at him* :rotfl: (she'll still only be 10 on these cruises...)

Beach Blanket Buffet?

[gydell]

Is anyone staying in the DL area on the 24th that is going to the group brunch?

[Tink rules]

possibly... I'll let you know...

[ibouncetoo]

Is anyone staying in the DL area on the 24th that is going to the group brunch?

Nope, don't arrive till the evening of the 26th.

Looks like there is a very large group of DISers in Disneyland the day before!

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[ibouncetoo]

Linda (seaulater) is doing a scrapbooking class on the Repo! Sign up by sending her a PM. :woohoo:

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[Tink rules]

I still haven't finished the one from the PC cruise... :blush: I guess I'll leave the scrapping to those who are much more talented than I am... (well... in scrapbooking...:thumbsup2)

[gydell]

Where is the Easter brunch that Deb planned?

[gydell]

Kpros is trying to confirm who is still on these cruises. Go to one of the other threads for this cruise and let him know if you are still going or not so he will order enough lanyards.

[ibouncetoo]

Paid for Alaska today! FOLKS....PAYMENT DUE 1/3/11!!!!!

Excursions are on the DCL site too!


....guess I'm really going....



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[NotSoLittleMermaid]

I paid today, too! :cool1::banana::yay::woohoo:

[katypop]

Paid for Alaska today! FOLKS....PAYMENT DUE 1/3/11!!!!!

Excursions are on the DCL site too!


....guess I'm really going....



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Yay :yay::yay::yay: Your roommate is delighted :thumbsup2

[katypop]

I paid today, too! :cool1::banana::yay::woohoo:

Yippee :dance3:Nice to know we'll be neighbours again :thumbsup2

[DisneyRN1]

Hi Everyone,
Don't even know if anyone remembers me and Greg now--it has been so long since I have been on these boards.!!!!! I am now in a panic trying to play catch-up on any information, so if there is anything left we can still be included on, please let us know..ie, champaigne girls, meets, etc. We would really appreciate it. Is there any special laynard for this group?? We are getting the one from Ken on the other thread.

On a happy note though....the reason we have been soooo busy, and not been on the boards is::: WE ARE NOW FLORIDA RESIDENTS!!!! LET THE DISCOUNTS BEGIN!!! PLEASE! Greg and I now live in the Villages, Florida, which is about 60 miles north of THE MOUSE, and about 20 miles south of Ocala.

Thanks for any info....def. looking forward to going to Alaska-it has got to be warmer than Florida this past month!! I think Monica, Lisa,and Connie forgot to pay the electric bill for the sun!!! It has been in the 20's at night, and COLD-not cool! I heard it got down in the 40's in Key West!! Hopefully we are past the worst????!!!

Vicki

[Tink rules]

Hi vicki!!

Glad to know the move went well!!!!!

Jump in wherever.. you know we love to chat!!!;)

[MouseFaninQueue]

Paid in full. At least for Alaska. Price went up by about $30 I figure that was taxes. So much for a "quote", an offer and an acceptance.

But anyways - I noticed my reservation has my old address on it - I changed my address in my Disneycruiseline website profile - but am not sure how to change it on the actual reservations. I don't want them sending me stuff to the old address. Anyone have any ideas on how to change it online?

[Tink rules]

I think you have to call DCL to do that...

If you want me to call... PM me and I give it a try so you don't have to call long distance from up there...

[MouseFaninQueue]

I think you have to call DCL to do that...

If you want me to call... PM me and I give it a try so you don't have to call long distance from up there...

found it online. Can't believe I didn't think of this sooner. All done now. thnx for the offer Michelle.

[Tink rules]

Welcome! :thumbsup2

[LisaG520]

Hi Everyone,
Thanks for any info....def. looking forward to going to Alaska-it has got to be warmer than Florida this past month!! I think Monica, Lisa,and Connie forgot to pay the electric bill for the sun!!! It has been in the 20's at night, and COLD-not cool! I heard it got down in the 40's in Key West!! Hopefully we are past the worst????!!!

Vicki

Sorry Vicki - I think we've all been spending our money on cruises, oops...

[LisaG520]

Paid in full. At least for Alaska. Price went up by about $30 I figure that was taxes. So much for a "quote", an offer and an acceptance.

But anyways - I noticed my reservation has my old address on it - I changed my address in my Disneycruiseline website profile - but am not sure how to change it on the actual reservations. I don't want them sending me stuff to the old address. Anyone have any ideas on how to change it online?

It was port taxes per our TA - our Alaska and repo each went up $15 more

[ibouncetoo]

Tonight is Gold booking for the repo! Fortunately I only have to stay up till 10PM. What are folks booking? I'm only focusing on grabbing some Palo reservations.

Not sure about San Francisco. I have been there before, so done the basic tourist stuff. I think I'd like to research a really nice place to go out to dinner though. Kind of saving 'excursion money' for Alaska.

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[MouseFaninQueue]

We are only looking at alcatraz or the Disney Family Museum. Last time we were there we just stopped at the Bridge (and I banged my head pretty good).

We did drive by a pub that was intriguing to us - The Shannon Arms Pub. Yes it was only the name that was intriguing. ;)

[Tink rules]

Tonight is Gold booking for the repo! Fortunately I only have to stay up till 10PM. What are folks booking? I'm only focusing on grabbing some Palo reservations.

Not sure about San Francisco. I have been there before, so done the basic tourist stuff. I think I'd like to research a really nice place to go out to dinner though. Kind of saving 'excursion money' for Alaska.

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We are only looking at alcatraz or the Disney Family Museum. Last time we were there we just stopped at the Bridge (and I banged my head pretty good).

We did drive by a pub that was intriguing to us - The Shannon Arms Pub. Yes it was only the name that was intriguing. ;)

I think we end the night at the Buena Vista with some of their famous Irish Coffees...

http://www.thebuenavista.com/irishcoffee.html

It's not far from Ghiardelli Sq...

[Tink rules]

We are only looking at alcatraz or the Disney Family Museum. Last time we were there we just stopped at the Bridge (and I banged my head pretty good).

We did drive by a pub that was intriguing to us - The Shannon Arms Pub. Yes it was only the name that was intriguing. ;)

Ohh and Ken... if you are interested in Alcatraz... you MUST get tickets beforehand... you can't just show up and get tickets.

http://www.alcatrazcruises.com/

Also... I think it would be ok for you and Shannon, but the girls will be bored by it...

[MouseFaninQueue]

I think we end the night at the Buena Vista with some of their famous Irish Coffees...

http://www.thebuenavista.com/irishcoffee.html

It's not far from Ghiardelli Sq...

WE?? Are u booking yet?

Ohh and Ken... if you are interested in Alcatraz... you MUST get tickets beforehand... you can't just show up and get tickets.

http://www.alcatrazcruises.com/

Also... I think it would be ok for you and Shannon, but the girls will be bored by it...

Yeah not sure what we are doing yet - but we have some time before we can book excursions anyhow. As for the girls, the kids clubs are still running plus my father and stepmother are going to be there too so they might do some kid sitting. Particularly in Alaska where this will be their 6th or 7th cruise there I think...

[Tink rules]

The QM and I are deliberating...

[onekindman]

ok, let me try to fill everyone in. The guys and I are paid up for B2B, selected some Palo times, activites in Victoria (the pub crawl of course), Skagway (the train of course), Juneau (the tram & glacier) and just the lumberjack show in Ketchikan as the halibit was gone already. As I get to SF every so often, the guys and I are going to just ride the cable cars and visit the cable car museum, the chocolate factory etc. Life has been very busy for us and we miss talking to everyone, but I will tell all while I relax with a beer in the pub onboard. As an added treat, my parents will be cruising with us on the repo portion. Will try to catch up either here or on facebook as I can. Are we doing door magnets, lanyards, pub crawls, etc for this B2B? Let me know and I will try to help as the guys and I can.
Hugs to all,
Steve, and the guys.

[ibouncetoo]

Hi Steve.

Here's a link to the meets thread that has all the DISboard activities for the repo.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=39795031#post39795031

Check out page one (it has a link to the rouster for repo and Alaska). You'll want to be sure you are on the lanyard list. There is an organized FE for the repo and one just starting for the Alaska cruise (there's a link to that separate thread there too).

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[Tink rules]

ok, let me try to fill everyone in. The guys and I are paid up for B2B, selected some Palo times, activites in Victoria (the pub crawl of course), Skagway (the train of course), Juneau (the tram & glacier) and just the lumberjack show in Ketchikan as the halibit was gone already. As I get to SF every so often, the guys and I are going to just ride the cable cars and visit the cable car museum, the chocolate factory etc. Life has been very busy for us and we miss talking to everyone, but I will tell all while I relax with a beer in the pub onboard. As an added treat, my parents will be cruising with us on the repo portion. Will try to catch up either here or on facebook as I can. Are we doing door magnets, lanyards, pub crawls, etc for this B2B? Let me know and I will try to help as the guys and I can.
Hugs to all,
Steve, and the guys.

don't forget your fish extender... ;)

[onekindman]

Ok, we are on the new thread too! Nice to see so many lovely people we already know! Off to bed I go as the laundry is done!

[Tink rules]

fluff and fold again??? :rotfl:

[onekindman]

You know it! It may be what we do when we are in port during the change over! LOL Nothing beats room service delivering cookies to the laundry room!

[Tink rules]

I hear they stopped doing that after us... :rolleyes1:rolleyes1:rolleyes1

We're chatting over on the regular thread too...

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=39886001#post39886001

[EllaEnchanted]

Has anyone looked at doing this - http://www.wpyr.com/summitexcursion.html

It will be at 8:15am and 12:15 when we are there.

I booked the 12:30pm Disney excursion for this. Not sure if we're going to do it, I can always cancel. But I wanted to book it just in case. Are you doing it?

[EllaEnchanted]

Wait what?
Now I regret (even more) not getting to know the Champagne girls and Old Geezers and Geezers in training on the WBTA- I didn't know they'd be on these cruises also! *facepalm* Bad girl, Shelley... bad girl.

Hi Shelly. I see you're doing the B2B also. I'm the organizer of the Champagne Girls and the Old Geezers and GIT are impromptu....just show up at the Cove Cafe after dinner for toddies and cookies. BUT you must be 60 or over for the Old Geezers and 55 or older for the GIT. Just so we make it clear. As far as the Champagne Girls go, I'm just starting to look into planning it for this trip. Not sure what cruise we'll get a room assigned for....the LA or the Alaska. That's up to DCL when I contact them soon. If you have any questions, fire away. I'll be happy to answer now that I'm back from the Dream maiden voyage and can focus on this trip.:yay::yay::yay:

[EllaEnchanted]

Yep, the "Champagne Girls" are spreading. It started with Deb (EllaEnchanted) and our friend Mandy (UK Angel) organizing it for the '08 WBPC. Then we did it again for an '09 Tortola cruise. And they've done it on the WBTA last month. I think Deb has organized one on another cruise of hers (Deb?) and we'll do it again for this one. THEN, there will be another on the Dream in November '11 at Pink!!. Hoping as more and more DISers have been joining it will show up on more and more cruises and some day, ladies in pink will take over the WORLD! Bwaaaaa hhaaaaa hhaaaa!
(sorry, lost control for a moment)



And right you should.....hahaha....especially since it's such a hot idea that DCL stole it from us to use for PINK on the DREAM. I'm just saying......as Bubba would say.

I have only done two so far Jacks.....WBPC and Tortola. My next two are scheduled for this trip and November Dream. But Pink only holds 30 comfortably. You can crame 50 in but it will be tight. We normally have 50 or so people attending. We'll see what happens as it gets here. For now, I'm done with the maiden voyage and onto this trip. I'll start working on getting the Champagne Girls organized for this one. Oh, and even though I have only done two, I think tree others were/are done or being done. Connie did one on a Med I think it was and Corrina did one I believe on the TA. There's also another one in the planning stages for the Sept TA 2011. That makes five plus my two that I'm planning and we have a total of seven Champagne Girls tastings. We're growing, but we have not taken over any of the world yet....:rotfl2::lmao::rotfl2:

[EllaEnchanted]

Is anyone staying in the DL area on the 24th that is going to the group brunch?

Gydell, I just sent you an email about this. I'm glad you asked here though to see if we have more takers. So far it's you, me and John only. V, Bubba, Gaylean and Jon may join us. Everyone else is welcome to join us. I can always upgrade the ressie. Here's where we're going on Easter Sunday 4/24 for a Champagne Brunch (but of course)!!!!

http://www.castawayrestaurant.com/burbank/brunch.html

DH John saw them on the Food Network and told me that they have a chocolate fountain and that next time we were in LA we HAD to go there for brunch.....so we are.

[EllaEnchanted]

Sorry Vicki - I think we've all been spending our money on cruises, oops...

OH don't I know it....I know that you and me and Monica and Connie and Jackie and Cheri and Marilyn and Kaz surely have been!!! hahaha.

[EllaEnchanted]

It was port taxes per our TA - our Alaska and repo each went up $15 more

Thanks Lisa....I just attributed it to our new TA that we used for this booking....it was done before Monica.

[EllaEnchanted]

Since we never get to the West Coast....we're booked on the LA Repo:

Sanoma Wine Country in San Fran day 3
Walt Museum in San Fran day 4
Trolley Tour in Victoria day 6

Alaska:

Massage for John day 2
Palo Brunch day 3
Scenic Railway in Skagway day 4 at 12:30 thru DCL
Whale Watching in Juneau day 5 non DCL

[gydell]

I booked the 12:30pm Disney excursion for this. Not sure if we're going to do it, I can always cancel. But I wanted to book it just in case. Are you doing it?

No not us.

[katypop]

Hi Shelly. I see you're doing the B2B also. I'm the organizer of the Champagne Girls and the Old Geezers and GIT are impromptu....just show up at the Cove Cafe after dinner for toddies and cookies. BUT you must be 60 or over for the Old Geezers and 55 or older for the GIT. Just so we make it clear. As far as the Champagne Girls go, I'm just starting to look into planning it for this trip. Not sure what cruise we'll get a room assigned for....the LA or the Alaska. That's up to DCL when I contact them soon. If you have any questions, fire away. I'll be happy to answer now that I'm back from the Dream maiden voyage and can focus on this trip.:yay::yay::yay:

:confused: Deb, please tell me this is a typo...I'm sure you meant 50 or older...right :upsidedow

[EllaEnchanted]

:confused: Deb, please tell me this is a typo...I'm sure you meant 50 or older...right :upsidedow

No it wasn't a typo Kathe....more like a senior moment. haha:lmao::lmao::lmao: I thought at the time I typed it that GITs were 55 and up. Now that I'm thinking about it, I remember that you're right because I told myself at the time that I qualify for GIT and I'm not quite 55 yet. So there you go.....a senior moment.:rotfl::rotfl:

[Tink rules]

:confused: Deb, please tell me this is a typo...I'm sure you meant 50 or older...right :upsidedow

Great... still a GIT... :lmao:

[katypop]

No it wasn't a typo Kathe....more like a senior moment. haha:lmao::lmao::lmao: I thought at the time I typed it that GITs were 55 and up. Now that I'm thinking about it, I remember that you're right because I told myself at the time that I qualify for GIT and I'm not quite 55 yet. So there you go.....a senior moment.:rotfl::rotfl:

You're just taking the training part seriously :rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[sabrecmc]

Champagne Girls? Do tell.

It will be me, my DD(5) and my parents for the whole Disneyland-Repo-Alaska extravaganza. Except that my parents are abandoning us at Disneyland to head to Vegas for a couple of days. Too much Mickey for my Dad, I think, lol.

For the Repo, we're doing the Views of SF and Muir Woods in SF, then the horse-drawn Trolley in Victoria. I booked an afternoon tea at the Empress for my daughter and I online.

For the Alaska portion, in Skagway, we're doing a Yukon bus/rail tour with Chilkoot Charters that includes the White Pass, Emerald Lake and dog sledding. In Juneau we're doing the DCL Whale watching & Mendenhall glacier excursion. I'd like to also do gold panning, but it won't let me book two excursions online, so I'll try to take care of that onboard. Ketchikan is sort of driving me nuts because I want to do the Misty Fjords flightseeing, but I'm really not sure my 5 year old will enjoy that for the money it costs. My parents are just doing a city tour, not something she'd really like, so I can't send her off with them, lol. Right now I have the Rainforest, Totems and Raptor Center excursion booked. We'll see. I keep changing my mind. We're also doing the Disney Exclusive Lumberjack show. I just went to the lumberjack show website and bought tickets for it. Exclusive apparently doesn't mean actually exclusive.

For anyone that has been to these areas before, how does that look for a 5 year old girl?

[EllaEnchanted]

You're just taking the training part seriously :rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

hahahaha.....that's very good Kathe. Especially since it's so true!!!:lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao:: lmao:

[EllaEnchanted]

Champagne Girls? Do tell.

It will be me, my DD(5) and my parents for the whole Disneyland-Repo-Alaska extravaganza. Except that my parents are abandoning us at Disneyland to head to Vegas for a couple of days. Too much Mickey for my Dad, I think, lol.

For the Repo, we're doing the Views of SF and Muir Woods in SF, then the horse-drawn Trolley in Victoria. I booked an afternoon tea at the Empress for my daughter and I online.

For the Alaska portion, in Skagway, we're doing a Yukon bus/rail tour with Chilkoot Charters that includes the White Pass, Emerald Lake and dog sledding. In Juneau we're doing the DCL Whale watching & Mendenhall glacier excursion. I'd like to also do gold panning, but it won't let me book two excursions online, so I'll try to take care of that onboard. Ketchikan is sort of driving me nuts because I want to do the Misty Fjords flightseeing, but I'm really not sure my 5 year old will enjoy that for the money it costs. My parents are just doing a city tour, not something she'd really like, so I can't send her off with them, lol. Right now I have the Rainforest, Totems and Raptor Center excursion booked. We'll see. I keep changing my mind. We're also doing the Disney Exclusive Lumberjack show. I just went to the lumberjack show website and bought tickets for it. Exclusive apparently doesn't mean actually exclusive.

For anyone that has been to these areas before, how does that look for a 5 year old girl?


Can't help you with how it looks for a 5 year old girl.....but I can tell you all about the Champagne Girls. See the next post.

BTW, we're doing the some excursion in Victoria. Nice!

[EllaEnchanted]

CHAMPAGNE GIRLS.....CHAMPAGNE GIRLS.......CHAMPAGNE GIRLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Calling all the Champagne Girls.....I'm about to make an announcement:


I will be hosting a Champagne Girls Tasting for women only on the Alaskan cruise. Every adult woman is invited. You don't have to drink champagne to attend, but it certainly doesn't hurt if you do.

Here's how it works:

I request a room from DCL. I order a variety of champagne from DCL. I put it on my bill. All the ladies attending are required to wear pink. Pink tiaras and boas will be provided for everyone to wear. We will take a group picture that will be very pink. We will "taste," "drink," "guzzle" and consume all the champagne while discussing it and many other things. It's a fun, fun way to spend two hours on a sea day.

We have a mascot, Sassy Bubbles, who is attending and will be dressed as a pink tink. We have ladies who won't drink any champagne, they are honorary members and can attend without any charge. We have ladies who will just have a little champagne and not all of the varieties, they are the sippers and will be charged $5 cash to attend. We have ladies who are drinkers/guzzlers and will drink all the various champagnes offered, they are the tasters and will be charged $10 cash to attend. I collect some money to offset part of the costs to me. In no way does it cover all of my expenses, but I prefer to offer it at a minimal price so that many more ladies will be able to attend. I always say, "the more the merrier."

If you are interested in attending please post on this thread, send me your name, stateroom number and category preference.....honorary member, sipper or taster.....so I can determine how much champagne I need to order.

Here are some pictures of two previous Champagne Girls Tastings that I have done:

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t310/EllaEnchanted00/champagnegirls051-1.jpg

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t310/EllaEnchanted00/tortolacruise9-09065-2.jpg


Our first tasting was done in 2008 and the second in 2009. Since then three other Champagne Girls Tastings have been done by others that attended, not by me. Personally, I think they stole the name PINK for the Champagne Bar on the DREAM from us. hahaha.

[Tink rules]

Once a guzzler... ALWAYS a guzzler!!!

but the QM is a sipper... :lovestruc


soon you'll know where I'll be staying... ;)

[ibouncetoo]

You know I'll be there...guzzling away!

[EllaEnchanted]

Once a guzzler... ALWAYS a guzzler!!!

but the QM is a sipper... :lovestruc


soon you'll know where I'll be staying... ;)

You know I'll be there...guzzling away!



I KNOW you'll be there and I have all your info except one little thing....I need your stateroom numbers just in case I have to call and leave a message that DCL changed the time/place at the last minute.....like they have been known to do in the past. Naturally, they'll do it again. Thanks.

[Planky]

I'll be in the corner suckin on a nice bottle of Dom Perignone... :thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2

Anyone got a straw????

[EllaEnchanted]

Hi Friends....it's time for me to decide how many days I'm staying in Vancouver and how many in Seattle. I have 4 days off before I have to fly home. I was thinking of 2 nights in Van and 2 in Seattle, but I don't think anyone else will be in Van past one night. Please let me know who is staying in Vancouver and for how many nights. Thanks.

Is there anyone who is staying in Seattle for any length of time?

[animalx]

You pink girlies look tooo crazy. I will probably be waving at dock in Vancouver as i will not be going on the cruises this year. Anyone willing to pickup any Vinylmation for me will be treated to a nice Starbucks at the Pan Pacific Dock.:cool1:

[EllaEnchanted]

What is everyone doing for transportation....ie, I need a ride to the airport from PA to NY, I need a ride to the hotel from LAX to Rodondo Beach, I need a ride to the Port.....is it still Berth 93, I need a ride to the hotel in Vancouver, I need a ride to the train in Vancouver, I need a ride to the hotel in Seattle, I need a ride to the airport in Seattle and I need a ride home from NY to PA. That's a lot of car service, car rentals or cabs. What is everyone else doing?:confused3:confused3:confused3

[ibouncetoo]

Deb, for the LA stuff check with Zippy Shuttle. That's who we used in January and are using again for this cruise.

For us, 3 people SNA to Long Beach then Long Beach to the Wonder the next morniing = $80. That's a private service, not a shared ride.

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[EllaEnchanted]

Deb, for the LA stuff check with Zippy Shuttle. That's who we used in January and are using again for this cruise.

For us, 3 people SNA to Long Beach then Long Beach to the Wonder the next morniing = $80. That's a private service, not a shared ride.

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Thanks Jacks.....I'll look into them. Are you taking cabs everywhere else?

P.S. You should be receiving your postcards any day now. They were mailed out on Sat.:thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2

[Tink rules]

Planky's booking a u-haul from the airport to the hotel to the port... he tends to pack heavy.. :lmao:

[EllaEnchanted]

Well now that I have spent the morning working on all the transportation connections.....I have decided that I'm going to be naked for this entire trip. haha. I'm not just going from the car to the boat to the hotel. I'm going from here to there to there without a car many times. I'm not lugging around 500lb bags of luggage for LA and Alaska. I'm rethinking my warbdrob. You may see me wearing the same things over again. I promise I will Woolite them in the sink by hand every night and put them on the verandah to dry. My pictures are all going to look the same....:lmao::lmao::lmao:

[Tink rules]

put in a change of undies and you'll be fine.. :thumbsup2

Hey Deb... are we still organizing Easter Brunch?

[EllaEnchanted]

put in a change of undies and you'll be fine.. :thumbsup2

Hey Deb... are we still organizing Easter Brunch?

hahaha....:lmao::lmao::lmao:

YES .... me, John and Gydell are doing Champagne Brunch on Easter Sunday. I'm still waiting to hear from V after she talks to the group. I have a ressie on hold now for 4, but I can happily change it. Why? Do you and the QM want to attend?

[Tink rules]

yeah - we want in... and we can check with some others... not sure when Ken and shannon are arriving and if Kathe wants to join us with her kids... I'm probably going to rent a car for the day or so.. we can get around that way...

Also.... maybe Steve would like to join us - with or without the guys... I can check if you want..

[EllaEnchanted]

yeah - we want in... and we can check with some others... not sure when Ken and shannon are arriving and if Kathe wants to join us with her kids... I'm probably going to rent a car for the day or so.. we can get around that way...

Also.... maybe Steve would like to join us - with or without the guys... I can check if you want..

Well I have put the notice out there in a number of places and the only one definite is Gydell. V is considering it along with the Left Coasters. If you and mom want to go, book the cruise and then let me know. Make sure it's not too late. As far as asking others.....they know about it and they didn't respond. So let's just let sleeping dogs lie. I'll put the info out there again for everyone. If they want to go, they will respond themselves.

http://www.castawayrestaurant.com/castawayburbank/weekend_brunches.aspx


Here's where we are going for brunch on Easter Sunday. If you would like to attend, let me know. Don't wait too long. I'm going to make final ressies very soon.

[katypop]

Well I have put the notice out there in a number of places and the only one definite is Gydell. V is considering it along with the Left Coasters. If you and mom want to go, book the cruise and then let me know. Make sure it's not too late. As far as asking others.....they know about it and they didn't respond. So let's just let sleeping dogs lie. I'll put the info out there again for everyone. If they want to go, they will respond themselves.

http://www.castawayrestaurant.com/castawayburbank/weekend_brunches.aspx


Here's where we are going for brunch on Easter Sunday. If you would like to attend, let me know. Don't wait too long. I'm going to make final ressies very soon.



Deb, I would have loved to join you, but I don't arrive until later in the day. We'll catch up with you on the ship :thumbsup2

[MouseFaninQueue]

Well now that I have spent the morning working on all the transportation connections.....I have decided that I'm going to be naked for this entire trip. haha.

If you are attending the champagne girls extravaganza, the lady organizing it won't be happy if you aren't in pink. So at least bring along some pink body paint. You don't want to get on the bad side of the lady organizing the Champagne Girls...

:rotfl2:

[MouseFaninQueue]

yeah - we want in... and we can check with some others... not sure when Ken and shannon are arriving and if Kathe wants to join us with her kids... I'm probably going to rent a car for the day or so.. we can get around that way...

Also.... maybe Steve would like to join us - with or without the guys... I can check if you want..

We arrive at LAX on Easter Sunday at about 1:30.

this is only giving us 2 full days in the parks so not sure how much outside of the parks stuff we can do.

which reminds me, i need to look at the hours for the parks for those days.

[MouseFaninQueue]

Well I have put the notice out there in a number of places and the only one definite is Gydell. V is considering it along with the Left Coasters. If you and mom want to go, book the cruise and then let me know. Make sure it's not too late. As far as asking others.....they know about it and they didn't respond. So let's just let sleeping dogs lie. I'll put the info out there again for everyone. If they want to go, they will respond themselves.

http://www.castawayrestaurant.com/castawayburbank/weekend_brunches.aspx


Here's where we are going for brunch on Easter Sunday. If you would like to attend, let me know. Don't wait too long. I'm going to make final ressies very soon.



As mentioned above, we don't get in until 1:30 so we are probably not going to get to the hotel until close 3:00pm and then depending on the hours for the park see where we can from there. With the kids we will probably need to spend as much time as we can in the parks.

I guess we hit LA not quite in time for Brunch but more like "Lupper" ...:lmao:

[EllaEnchanted]

Deb, I would have loved to join you, but I don't arrive until later in the day. We'll catch up with you on the ship :thumbsup2

I know Kathe....a lot of people can't make it either because of travel times or that it's Easter Sunday. We'll take plenty of pictures of the chocolate fountain and share with everyone.;););)

[EllaEnchanted]

If you are attending the champagne girls extravaganza, the lady organizing it won't be happy if you aren't in pink. So at least bring along some pink body paint. You don't want to get on the bad side of the lady organizing the Champagne Girls...

:rotfl2:

.....hahaha.....now THAT was funny Ken. I'm sure I can find some hot pink body paint so that I don't ruin the picture and the spirit of the event. ;)

[EllaEnchanted]

As mentioned above, we don't get in until 1:30 so we are probably not going to get to the hotel until close 3:00pm and then depending on the hours for the park see where we can from there. With the kids we will probably need to spend as much time as we can in the parks.

I guess we hit LA not quite in time for Brunch but more like "Lupper" ...:lmao:

I think I knew this already and just forgot....senior moments....it reinforces my eligibility for the GIT. :lmao::lmao::cool1::cool1::lmao:

[gydell]

yeah - we want in....


:banana::banana::banana:

When are you getting into LA?

[EllaEnchanted]

Deb, for the LA stuff check with Zippy Shuttle. That's who we used in January and are using again for this cruise.

For us, 3 people SNA to Long Beach then Long Beach to the Wonder the next morniing = $80. That's a private service, not a shared ride.

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Jackie, FYI....Golden West Express car service came in $3 less than Zippy Shuttle when I had them each quote a price from my hotel in Rodondo Beach to the port. I'm going with the car service. I have their contact info if you want to switch. Let me know.

[EllaEnchanted]

Ken, we're going to need transportation from the Port in Vancouver to the hotel. Then we can offload our luggage and go meet everyone to play. What is the best means of transportation to do that? Can I just grab a cab from the port or should I have a reserved car/shuttle waiting?

Btw, If you and the family want to come with us to our hotel and drop off your bags while we all schedule a meeting place, you are certainly welcome to do so. You can pick them up to go home after our outing with friends.

I'm staying near the Amtrak station on East Hastings Street. Can I just grab a cab easily in the morning from the hotel to the station?

I'm also planning on taking a cab from the Seattle Amtrak station to the Seattle/Tacoma airport. I should check with Kaylee to make sure this will be easy enough to do. John and I will pick up a car rental to use for three days and then return it to the airport to go home.

I think I have all my transportation connections worked out now. Thank goodness that part is done.

Oh, and the boas have been ordered for the Champagne Girls. Next the Tiaras. I do a little at a time until it all gets done and we go. YEAH!!!!

[Tink rules]

:banana::banana::banana:

When are you getting into LA?

Planning on getting in either Friday or Saturday... will depend on flights, etc. Planning on staying at the GC or one of the other hotels cause mom needs to be close to the parks...

[gydell]

Planning on getting in either Friday or Saturday... will depend on flights, etc. Planning on staying at the GC or one of the other hotels cause mom needs to be close to the parks...

Kathe and I are getting in on Sunday. If you go to the brunch I can give you a ride back if you don't mind a detour to the airport to get Kathe.

[Tink rules]

Thanks!

I'll let you know what happens... does Kathe DESERVE such a welcoming comittee??? :rolleyes1 :dance3::cheer2::dance3::cheer2::dance3:

[MouseFaninQueue]

Ken, we're going to need transportation from the Port in Vancouver to the hotel. Then we can offload our luggage and go meet everyone to play. What is the best means of transportation to do that? Can I just grab a cab from the port or should I have a reserved car/shuttle waiting?

Btw, If you and the family want to come with us to our hotel and drop off your bags while we all schedule a meeting place, you are certainly welcome to do so. You can pick them up to go home after our outing with friends.

I'm staying near the Amtrak station on East Hastings Street. Can I just grab a cab easily in the morning from the hotel to the station?

I'm also planning on taking a cab from the Seattle Amtrak station to the Seattle/Tacoma airport. I should check with Kaylee to make sure this will be easy enough to do. John and I will pick up a car rental to use for three days and then return it to the airport to go home.

I think I have all my transportation connections worked out now. Thank goodness that part is done.

Oh, and the boas have been ordered for the Champagne Girls. Next the Tiaras. I do a little at a time until it all gets done and we go. YEAH!!!!





Can u PM me the name of your hotel? I really want to make sure it is NOT in a bad part of town. Depending on how far down East Hastings it is, you may want to rethink staying there. I am heading down to Vancouver for March 3rd so I can do a quick driveby and make sure it is a decent place for my friends.

As for transportation, a cab should be easy enough. We are currently trying to figure out transportation for ourselves. My uncle lives in Richmond (as a northerner I consider Richmond part of Vancouver), and my father has an apartment in Richmond as well. My father and stepmother are on the cruise with us so all 6 of us have to get from the terminal to Richmond. I'm just not sure how to do that. I am trying to figure out a way for my uncle to bring 2 cars to the port at the same time!! :lmao: Worst case we can send my bags back in the car with my Dad and we can take the skytrain back to my dad's apartment after we are done having fun with our friends. But we will see.

How many of us are planning on playing a bit in Vancouver that day? I haven't exactly been keeping track.

[Tink rules]

Come on Ken... we're expecting you to be our tour guide... :thumbsup2

[MouseFaninQueue]

Come on Ken... we're expecting you to be our tour guide... :thumbsup2

Yeah which is what I am saying if I send my bags with my father and Shannon and I take Skytrain back to my dad's place after we are done touring with you all. I HATE driving around Vancouver and tend to park and walk where I can. And if I hate driving I hate finding a parking spot even more!

The ONLY thing I can see needing a car for is to drive around Stanley Park just to see the whole thing and stopping where we want at different locations around the park. Vancouverites like to think themselves as fitness freaks so walking is pretty common all over the city. However, skytrain, taxis (water and regular) and the tour trolley are pretty easy to find.

We'll figure it out.

Maybe we need to see who all is staying. Who all wants to do something as a group. And what you all want to see/do as a group. Shannon and I will just go with everyone else and can put in ideas. But I am more willing to see what everyone else wants to do and go from there.

[EllaEnchanted]

Can u PM me the name of your hotel? I really want to make sure it is NOT in a bad part of town. Depending on how far down East Hastings it is, you may want to rethink staying there. I am heading down to Vancouver for March 3rd so I can do a quick driveby and make sure it is a decent place for my friends.

As for transportation, a cab should be easy enough. We are currently trying to figure out transportation for ourselves. My uncle lives in Richmond (as a northerner I consider Richmond part of Vancouver), and my father has an apartment in Richmond as well. My father and stepmother are on the cruise with us so all 6 of us have to get from the terminal to Richmond. I'm just not sure how to do that. I am trying to figure out a way for my uncle to bring 2 cars to the port at the same time!! :lmao: Worst case we can send my bags back in the car with my Dad and we can take the skytrain back to my dad's apartment after we are done having fun with our friends. But we will see.

How many of us are planning on playing a bit in Vancouver that day? I haven't exactly been keeping track.



PM sent. Thanks for looking out for us.

The group of Thieves that are staying in Vancouver at least one night are: possibly Lisa and Darrell, Cheri, Jackie, Peg, Monica, Kathe, Vicki and Greg, me and John, you and Shannon. That's a big enough group to have a mini meet. YEAH!!!!

[katypop]

Thanks!

I'll let you know what happens... does Kathe DESERVE such a welcoming comittee??? :rolleyes1 :dance3::cheer2::dance3::cheer2::dance3:

Don't know if I deserve it :confused3 but I certainly would enjoy it :cheer2:

[katypop]

Oh, and the boas have been ordered for the Champagne Girls. Next the Tiaras. I do a little at a time until it all gets done and we go. YEAH!!!!




Thanks for doing this Deb :dance3:

[mishoe01]

Maybe we need to see who all is staying. Who all wants to do something as a group. And what you all want to see/do as a group. Shannon and I will just go with everyone else and can put in ideas. But I am more willing to see what everyone else wants to do and go from there.

Hi Ken - I know that Deb, John, Jackie, Peggy Jo, Cheri, Kathe, Marlene (my non-DISfriend) & I are all staying that extra night. Marlene & I are coming in on the 2nd (about noon), so we'll be doing a bit of galavanting around that afternoon/evening. We're staying near Stanley Park that night. We were discussing the horse drawn carriage (http://www.stanleyparktours.com/), the Hop on-hop off bus, doing the Gaslamp district, and don't remember what else.

[Tink rules]

the rest of Canada... ;)

[MouseFaninQueue]

PM sent. Thanks for looking out for us.

The group of Thieves that are staying in Vancouver at least one night are: possibly Lisa and Darrell, Cheri, Jackie, Peg, Monica, Kathe, Vicki and Greg, me and John, you and Shannon. That's a big enough group to have a mini meet. YEAH!!!!

But far too many for my minivan!! :lmao:

[MouseFaninQueue]

Hi Ken - I know that Deb, John, Jackie, Peggy Jo, Cheri, Kathe, Marlene (my non-DISfriend) & I are all staying that extra night. Marlene & I are coming in on the 2nd (about noon), so we'll be doing a bit of galavanting around that afternoon/evening. We're staying near Stanley Park that night. We were discussing the horse drawn carriage (http://www.stanleyparktours.com/), the Hop on-hop off bus, doing the Gaslamp district, and don't remember what else.

I've never done the hop on hop off bus tour, but I like the Gastown part of the city and of course Stanley Park is just beautiful. Especially around dusk.

Prospect Point at Stanley Park:
http://media7.dropshots.com/photos/77977/20091003/181600.jpg

The seawall at Stanley Park:
http://media6.dropshots.com/photos/77977/20091003/183735.jpg

A part of Stanley park I think it was near the teahouse:
http://media6.dropshots.com/photos/77977/20091003/184212.jpg

Yep, the teahouse at Stanley Park:
http://media6.dropshots.com/photos/77977/20091003/190518.jpg

[Tink rules]

But far too many for my minivan!! :lmao:

Strap a few on the roof... :rolleyes1

(aren't I glad I haven't booked yet???) :rotfl2:

[onekindman]

PM sent. Thanks for looking out for us.

The group of Thieves that are staying in Vancouver at least one night are: possibly Lisa and Darrell, Cheri, Jackie, Peg, Monica, Kathe, Vicki and Greg, me and John, you and Shannon. That's a big enough group to have a mini meet. YEAH!!!!

Hi eveyone, yes we are staying the night in Vancouver too on the 10th, but have to be at the train station by 5am on the 11th to catch the Bus/Train back to LA. We will be at the Best Western Uptown on 205 KINGSWAY near the train station.

Well I have put the notice out there in a number of places and the only one definite is Gydell. V is considering it along with the Left Coasters. If you and mom want to go, book the cruise and then let me know. Make sure it's not too late. As far as asking others.....they know about it and they didn't respond. So let's just let sleeping dogs lie. I'll put the info out there again for everyone. If they want to go, they will respond themselves.

http://www.castawayrestaurant.com/castawayburbank/weekend_brunches.aspx


Here's where we are going for brunch on Easter Sunday. If you would like to attend, let me know. Don't wait too long. I'm going to make final ressies very soon.



Tink was telling me about this brunch, I can attest to the greatness of it as it is just 2 miles up the hill from my house. If you need me to make arraingements or help just let me know. I can also get $100 worth of gift cards for $80 from Costco to help make it less expensive for everyone. My only headache is that Easter is still in the middle of Passover. Luckly, passover finishes before the cruise. You may want to also consider a visit to see Walt's Barn and home of the Carolwood Pacific Society at my Los Angeles Live Steamer's facility. I can also probably pull my train out for those who would like a ride. If there are enough interested, I can try to call in a favor and have the barn opened for us. (it is normally only open on the 3rd sunday of the month)

PM me or have Tink buzz me if you have any interest in my helping out.

[Tink rules]

http://www.vectorstock.com/assets/thumb/25423/buzzing-bee-vector.jpg

Do I buzz???? ;)

[EllaEnchanted]

For all the Thieves or Alaskan going Mickey fans.....

Here is an updated list for the Champagne Girls attendees. It's going to be fun!!!




Champagne Girls - Alaska


EllaEnchanted - Deb - 5122 - taster
LocustPoint - Mary - 7572 - taster
spros - Shari - 6584 - taster
HebeJebe - Jennifer - gty - taster
sabrecmc - 8510 - sipper
sabrecmc's mom - 8510 - sipper
ppartekim - Holly - 2568 - taster
padalyn - Cayla - sipper
ibouncetoo - Jackie - 6019 - taster
Tiggers Pal - Peg - 6019 - taster
Katypop - Kathe - 6019 - taster
threebritts - Heather - 7604 - taster
hollytyler - Holly - 1058 - honorary member
purplern -Vicki - 7096 - sipper
LuvBaloo - Shannon - 7041 - taster
LuvBaloo - Nada - 7041 - taster
huggybear - Eileen - sipper
Gydell - Gydell - 7106 - honorary member
Gydell - Betsy - 7106 - honorary member
sasmmb - Michelle - 6514 - sipper
MJGirl - Mary Jane - 2620 - sipper
MJGirl - Kirstyn - 2620 - honorary member
mishoe01 - Monica - 6069 - honorary member
mishoe01 - Marlene - 6069 - sipper
LisaG520 - Lisa - 5126 - sipper
first timers - Carolyn - 6574 - taster
CoastieandMate - Karen - 7020 - sipper
DisneyPinDiva - Leslie - 5522 - taster
Hygiene99 - Jennifer - gty - taster
WinoTracy - Tracy - 6134 - taster
sdlong329 - Donna - 2052 - sipper
sdlong329 - Lisa - 2052 - sipper
seaulater - Linda - honorary member
Yensidfan - Faith - 6062 - sipper
Yensidfan - Courtney - 6067 - sipper
wrabitdad - Dale - 7598 - honorary member
DL1957 - Sue - 5622 - sipper
DL1957 - Margaret - 5624 - taster
DL1957 - Mary - 5624 - taster
NotSoLittleMermaid - Cheri - 6011 - sipper - SASSY BUBBLES
bonzie1 - Georgie - 2070 - sipper
DisneyRN1 - Vicki - taster
Mickey&JoshNut - Elaine - 2552 - sipper
Mickey&JoshNut - Margaret - 2552 - sipper


44 TOTAL

[Tink rules]

Ahem...

Does this mean I have to crash the party and bring my own Tiara??? :rotfl:

[HollyTyler]

I'm confused. This doesn't look like the Alaska thread I remember posting on. Are there 2 for Alaska and 1 for LA to Vancouver?

[Tink rules]

Holly.. this is Ian's thread that we've been using mostly for the Thieves to plan together... there are other threads for the cruises on the dis...

& btw... we're always confused... :lmao:

[EllaEnchanted]

I'm confused. This doesn't look like the Alaska thread I remember posting on. Are there 2 for Alaska and 1 for LA to Vancouver?

Yes, Holly. There is an LA thread and an Alaskan thread and this thread is the B2B thread for the Thieves doing it. So there are three to post on. I understand why you're confused.;)

[HollyTyler]

Holly.. this is Ian's thread that we've been using mostly for the Thieves to plan together... there are other threads for the cruises on the dis...

& btw... we're always confused... :lmao:

Yes, Holly. There is an LA thread and an Alaskan thread and this thread is the B2B thread for the Thieves doing it. So there are three to post on. I understand why you're confused.;)

OK, thanks. The other 2 are bookmarked on the other computer which is used most. This one is the only one bookmarked on my laptop, which I don't use often because it's so small, some websites don't work, and it's Linux, not Windows, so some things don't work right. It's just sort of a backup when I want to sit on the couch and be lazy, or when Tyler's using the other.

Good to know my confusion is justified. :thumbsup2

[HollyTyler]

Ahem...

Does this mean I have to crash the party and bring my own Tiara??? :rotfl:

Michelle, my formerly anti-social mom wants to crash the party too. ;) She emailed me and asked "Didn't I see Deb mention on FaceBook something about champagne drinking?" :rotfl2: I politely told her she can't come because everybody has to wear pink and I know she doesn't own pink. She said, "Not only do I not own pink, I wouldn't be caught dead even touching pink! But I do want to be sociable." Maybe I can sneak up behind her and slap a pink wig on her head? Maybe she won't notice. :lmao:

[Tink rules]

get her a white shirt with the word PINK across the front... :rotfl:

[HollyTyler]

get her a white shirt with the word PINK across the front... :rotfl:
I like it! :rotfl2: But if the letters are actually in pink, she won't go near it, LOL! She must have had some pink trauma as a child. Maybe her mom beat her with pink coat hangers. :lmao:

[Tink rules]

Will it bother her to be in a room filled with pink woman?

[Tink rules]

Holly... here's your answer

http://www.cafepress.com/+anti-pink-white-tshirt,32944090

[EllaEnchanted]

Michelle, my formerly anti-social mom wants to crash the party too. ;) She emailed me and asked "Didn't I see Deb mention on FaceBook something about champagne drinking?" :rotfl2: I politely told her she can't come because everybody has to wear pink and I know she doesn't own pink. She said, "Not only do I not own pink, I wouldn't be caught dead even touching pink! But I do want to be sociable." Maybe I can sneak up behind her and slap a pink wig on her head? Maybe she won't notice. :lmao:

Holly, tell her to come at the end of the party after we have taken our pink picture!! We should be there from 2-4 so if she comes around 3:30pm that should be fine. Then she doesn't have to wear pink or a boa or a tiara and she won't be in the picture. Instead, she can come and socialize and have some champagne with us. She's an honorary Thief and very welcome to join us on her comfort level!!!!

[EllaEnchanted]

get her a white shirt with the word PINK across the front... :rotfl:

hahaha....hey, don't make me get mean again. Ken will never let me forget it.

MUST WEAR PINK or don't come!!! Ha!!! I said it again!!!:lmao::lmao::rotfl::rotfl::lmao::lmao:

[EllaEnchanted]

Holly... here's your answer

http://www.cafepress.com/+anti-pink-white-tshirt,32944090

hahaha.....very funny Michelle, but if she wears this then she will definitely not be welcome.

[EllaEnchanted]

Speaking of PINK I have to figure out what I'm wearing. I don't want to be wearing the same thing in every Champagne Girls picture. AND we'll be in Alaska. I need to give this some thought and I need to do some shopping.

:cutie::cutie::cutie::cutie::cutie::cutie::cutie:

[EllaEnchanted]

Speaking of the CHAMPAGNE GIRLS I got the boas last week. They were the wrong ones so I exchanged them and now have the right ones......6 ft. fur hot pink. Today I'm expecting the tiaras. I went for different ones this time.....hot pink fur.

I'm getting excited!!!!

[Tink rules]

hahaha....hey, don't make me get mean again. Ken will never let me forget it.

MUST WEAR PINK or don't come!!! Ha!!! I said it again!!!:lmao::lmao::rotfl::rotfl::lmao::lmao:

must pack pink... if I do get to come.. :rotfl:

Speaking of PINK I have to figure out what I'm wearing. I don't want to be wearing the same thing in every Champagne Girls picture. AND we'll be in Alaska. I need to give this some thought and I need to do some shopping.

:cutie::cutie::cutie::cutie::cutie::cutie::cutie:

Ken would say Pink Mucklucks...

[Tink rules]

Speaking of the CHAMPAGNE GIRLS I got the boas last week. They were the wrong ones so I exchanged them and now have the right ones......6 ft. fur hot pink. Today I'm expecting the tiaras. I went for different ones this time.....hot pink fur.

I'm getting excited!!!!

Pic please... & where do you get the Tiaras.. just in case we need it for a future cruise...

[EllaEnchanted]

Pic please... & where do you get the Tiaras.. just in case we need it for a future cruise...

This is the boa.....Marabou feather boa, 6 ft., hot pink:

http://www.haloheaven.com/featherboas.html


I have many different sites for the tiaras, but this time I got a different one from the same company as the boas. I got the hot pink one in the middle on top:


http://www.haloheaven.com/tiaras.html

[EllaEnchanted]

must pack pink... if I do get to come.. :rotfl:


MUST pack PINK.


Ken would say Pink Mucklucks...

hahaha........:lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao:

[TiggersPal]

hahaha.....very funny Michelle, but if she wears this then she will definitely not be welcome.


Hey if I can wear pink, so can Holly!!! I have learned to love pink because of these gals!
must pack pink... if I do get to come.. :rotfl:


Does that mean you are booked?

[TiggersPal]

This is the boa.....Marabou feather boa, 6 ft., hot pink:

http://www.haloheaven.com/featherboas.html


I have many different sites for the tiaras, but this time I got a different one from the same company as the boas. I got the hot pink one in the middle on top:
http://www.haloheaven.com/tiaras.html


Deb does that mean we will get NEW boas adn tiaras??? That means I dont have to pack my other ones! LOL:wizard:

[EllaEnchanted]

Deb does that mean we will get NEW boas adn tiaras??? That means I dont have to pack my other ones! LOL:wizard:

Absolutely. New boas and tiaras are always provided. You can now collect them over time and compare how many you have with your sisters.....hahaha. Everyone has to match for our pink picture.....so these are different ones. ;);):goodvibes:goodvibes

[Tink rules]

Well... if.. Betty Windsor (as Ian calls her...) can have multiple tiaras... so can we!!!

Peg... it's gonna be another nail biter.. I'll announce it when I know... Would love to meet you guys! :goodvibes

[TiggersPal]

Absolutely. New boas and tiaras are always provided. You can now collect them over time and compare how many you have with your sisters.....hahaha. Everyone has to match for our pink picture.....so these are different ones. ;);):goodvibes:goodvibes
Awesome! Well God knows Jackie will have a room full! I am going to try and fit into my pink tink tee from before, but we shall see - I joined Nutrisystems and down 6lbs so far (not bad for 2 weeks!)
Well... if.. Betty Windsor (as Ian calls her...) can have multiple tiaras... so can we!!!

Peg... it's gonna be another nail biter.. I'll announce it when I know... Would love to meet you guys! :goodvibes
You should do what Jackie does, just book a crap load of cruises, and cancel / move the ones around - she always manages to get more cruising done that way! I never in a million years thought I'd be a GOLD cruiser (well I will be in Alaska) - I only thought I'd try Disney Cruise lines once or twice... and here I am - again! It's been a LONG time since you cruised... 2008 right? Panama? If I remember correctly - that's been a long time, time sure does fly indeed!

[Tink rules]

Way to go Peg!!! :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

I have to try and lose some.. I went Jeans shopping today and it was a very painful experience... :rotfl: Started eating fruits and veggies.. my body doesn't know what hit it!!!

Yup.. Panama...

I'm gonna do like Jackie says... buy lottery tickets... :worship::worship:

[TiggersPal]

Way to go Peg!!! :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

I have to try and lose some.. I went Jeans shopping today and it was a very painful experience... :rotfl: Started eating fruits and veggies.. my body doesn't know what hit it!!!

Yup.. Panama...

I'm gonna do like Jackie says... buy lottery tickets... :worship::worship:

I actually bought a few today - after my hike, I just got a "message" while on the mountain that if I wanted to win and bless all my family then I needed to buy one. I would SO love to call Jackie and say...
"QUIT YOUR JOB - I WON!!!!":banana::dance3::yay::woohoo::cheer2:

[ibouncetoo]

I actually bought a few today - after my hike, I just got a "message" while on the mountain that if I wanted to win and bless all my family then I needed to buy one. I would SO love to call Jackie and say...
"QUIT YOUR JOB - I WON!!!!":banana::dance3::yay::woohoo::cheer2:

And Jackie would love to hear it!!!

Obviously you don't have your phone next to you....just tried to call.

.

[Tink rules]

Jackie...

You are indeed divine inspiration!!! :littleangel:

[TiggersPal]

And Jackie would love to hear it!!!

Obviously you don't have your phone next to you....just tried to call.

.

No I didn't so sorry!:scared1:

[onekindman]

Well... if.. Betty Windsor (as Ian calls her...) can have multiple tiaras... so can we!!!

Peg... it's gonna be another nail biter.. I'll announce it when I know... Would love to meet you guys! :goodvibes


The boys and I are hoping you, QM and Plakey will make the trip with us.

:goodvibes

[onekindman]

So I am wondering, is there still going to be a brunch at the Castaways in Burbank prior to sailing?

Does anyone want to see the Disney Barn and ride my train prior to the cruise?

Is there a FE list for the Alaska trip or just the Repo?

I am trying to play catch up on reading the lists, but as usual, the guys and work have me running every which way but loose.

I think I will have to start packing on Apr 26th so the guys don't get a clue!

See everyone in just a few weeks.

[Tink rules]

Ok.. I know why I'm wide awake... & you???

[Tink rules]

So I am wondering, is there still going to be a brunch at the Castaways in Burbank prior to sailing?

Does anyone want to see the Disney Barn and ride my train prior to the cruise?

Is there a FE list for the Alaska trip or just the Repo?

I am trying to play catch up on reading the lists, but as usual, the guys and work have me running every which way but loose.

I think I will have to start packing on Apr 26th so the guys don't get a clue!

See everyone in just a few weeks.

You're train, huh??? ;););) (ok... maybe it really is.. ;)) I will RSVP and let you know soon...

[HollyTyler]

Will it bother her to be in a room filled with pink woman?
Yes. :rotfl2:

[HollyTyler]

Holly... here's your answer

http://www.cafepress.com/+anti-pink-white-tshirt,32944090
Love it! :thumbsup2

[HollyTyler]

Holly, tell her to come at the end of the party after we have taken our pink picture!! We should be there from 2-4 so if she comes around 3:30pm that should be fine. Then she doesn't have to wear pink or a boa or a tiara and she won't be in the picture. Instead, she can come and socialize and have some champagne with us. She's an honorary Thief and very welcome to join us on her comfort level!!!!
She wants to be part of the whole thing, so she went out and BOUGHT A PINK SHIRT! I'm certain she'll burn it after the cruise. :rotfl2: I know you already know she's coming Deb, I just haven't been on this particular thread in a while. :thumbsup2

[HollyTyler]

Hey if I can wear pink, so can Holly!!! I have learned to love pink because of these gals!


Does that mean you are booked?
Oh, I have more pink shirts than anything else, so I'm covered! :thumbsup2 It's my mom who hates pink. She'll survive. ;)

[HollyTyler]

Way to go Peg!!! :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

I have to try and lose some.. I went Jeans shopping today and it was a very painful experience... :rotfl: Started eating fruits and veggies.. my body doesn't know what hit it!!!

Yup.. Panama...

I'm gonna do like Jackie says... buy lottery tickets... :worship::worship:
Michelle, I'm pretty sure you and I are the only ones who haven't been on a cruise since Panama Canal. I certainly wish I could afford to go every year, but at least this way the excitement just has longer to build, and we get to live vicariously through all our friends going on all their cruises and sharing great pictures. :goodvibes LOVE to see the pictures! :thumbsup2 Makes the wait seem not so long.

[TiggersPal]

Oh, I have more pink shirts than anything else, so I'm covered! :thumbsup2 It's my mom who hates pink. She'll survive. ;)
Gotcha - well tell your Mom it will pass -at least she doesn't have to look at herself. That's how I got thru the first "pink" incident! LOL

[onekindman]

Michelle, I'm pretty sure you and I are the only ones who haven't been on a cruise since Panama Canal. I certainly wish I could afford to go every year, but at least this way the excitement just has longer to build, and we get to live vicariously through all our friends going on all their cruises and sharing great pictures. :goodvibes LOVE to see the pictures! :thumbsup2 Makes the wait seem not so long.


The guys and I are in the same lifeboat... we have not been to sea since Panama either.

Woo Hoo just another 4 weeks, or 28 days!

[Tink rules]

that's lifeboat #7 to you... :thumbsup2:thumbsup2:thumbsup2