"Dream Weavers" September 1, 2011

[pjstevens]

update:

Our meet up is scheduled for 3pm (before Sail Away and life boat drill) on Deck 13 ~ Currents, it's outside so those with young kids can have some space. We are going to put a white board (actually it's a Disney Princess) on our cabin 7690 (very BACK of deck 7) with notes if there is any change! I'll have my cell on until we sail away, so if you want to call or text me, my number is listed on our private f/b page. (I'm going to post this info in post one also).

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I just booked our family on the three night and I'm beyond excited. Hubby and I did a four night in September 2008 when we had a DFTW vow renewal for our 25th. Taking two of our children this time (they are adults now, lol); but already they are excited.

Looking for others that may be on this cruise. We have a FE from our first cruise.

Members of this cruise group

pjstevens/dstevens ~ Patricia & Dale ~ dd, Aubre (23) and ds, Tyler (20) FE (cabin 7690)

cathyalby ~Cathy, DH, DS 11, DD 10, and DS 9

chipndale ~ Bryan (29), and DB - Isaac (17) FE (cabin 10644)
his parents DM - Lisa , DDad - Leo and DSis - Jewelie (15) FE (cabin 10646)

cogero ~ Chiara, DH - Gerard, DD - Chiara (9), DS - Jimmy (3) FE (cabin 8022)

cougar242 ~ Kim, DD (9); DS (10) FE (cabin 7038)

CyndiandChris ~ Cyndia; Chris; DS(14); DD (6)

debsters41 ~ Debbie; traveling with DD - Emmanuella (15) FE (cabin 6669)

decked out /Liz Arjay~ John & Liz; DS (17); DS (16); DD (14) FE

Deealee ~ Lee & Robert; DD - Alanna (8) and DS - Ezra (4) FE cabin 8564

DisLyd1972 ~ Kathy & Chip (dh) and DS - ED (34) FE cabin 9579

DisLyd2008 ~ Kristina & Mike and DS - Matthew (1) FE cabin 9047

Goldeelox9 ~ Lisa, Pete and Lisa’s niece - Alyssa (3 1/2) and nephew - Austin (1). FE

happygo ~ Rebecca, Shawn and Keegan (ds) (6) FE cabin 10560

jackie721red ~ Jackie, DH-Greg and DD-Megan (21) FE (cabin 6090)

jenifred ~ Jennifer and Chad (dh) FE (cabin 7521)

jercat78 ~ Cathy and CJ (dd - 20)

Joy ~ Joy; DH, DS - Andrew (11) and DD - Caroline (10). FE (cabin 7514)

Mattmommy ~ Colleen, Mark and ds Matthew (11)

OKW Lover ~ Jeff and Val

Realfam ~ Alex, Michelle, DD15 Maggie, DD3 Rebecca (also inlaws Bill & Gerry) FE (cabin 2546)

sd1029 ~ Laura, DD (4); DS (3) FE (cabin 7136)

stampinot ~ Julie, DH, DD (9)

ThereYouSeeHer ~ DH(35); Me(31); DD(5); DD(2)

TorontoGirl ~ Tarin and Donny

Va-Bear ~ Virginia; DH; DS (12); DS (8)

Our private facebook group Dream Weavers Cruise group (https://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_202620879755932&ap=1)

[dstevens]

I'm subscribing. :goodvibes:surfweb:

[pjstevens]

wonder what you are doing here :)

[IrishCowboy]

I have added your thread to the cruise meet list :thumbsup2

[debsters41]

I have just booked! It will be me (debbie) and my dd (15). We did a four night in 2009 and I am using the excuse that I have some unfinished business in Florida to bring me back and get us back on a cruise! I am hoping that the three night won't seem to short compared to the four night! We also have a FE from our first cruise, so you can def. count us in on that! Here's to getting to know each other!

[pjstevens]

I have just booked! It will be me (debbie) and my dd (15). We did a four night in 2009 and I am using the excuse that I have some unfinished business in Florida to bring me back and get us back on a cruise! I am hoping that the three night won't seem to short compared to the four night! We also have a FE from our first cruise, so you can def. count us in on that! Here's to getting to know each other!

Welcome aboard Debbie!!!! So glad someone has finally booked on 'our' cruise, lol. I was thinking we'd be the only Dis-ers on board. Hubby and I will be taking two of our children; dd (23 then) and ds (20 then) with us. They've never been on a cruise. Hubby and I did the four night in Sept 2008 for our 25th. I too am worried this will seem short, but am just so excited we can take our kids on their first cruise. (our old son did the Disney land and sea for his honeymoon).

[dstevens]

Greetings Debbie and Daughter. :cool1: I am sure for most people this is WAY to soon to be booking for a cruise, but, we found some awesome rates online:woohoo: and could not pass it up. From past experience this thread will get way long. I know 3 days will be too short but is a good teaser to want to come back again. SOON!:rotfl: Athens Greece? I was wondering about the accent:laughing:. Do you get across the pond often?

[debsters41]

Hi, actually, I am American, but met my hubby at uni and followed him to Greece! I have been living here for 17 years now, and have been back stateside 4 times since then, twice for long vacations and twice for short trips. Last year we all came over (4 of us, there are 2 daughters total) and we did Disney right (or as right as I could manage) I had planned that trip for a year and a half, and it went off well but it is hard to please everyone. I couldn't bear to stay away again for long, and I am using the excuse of having to take care of some family business to come over again with my youngest, who is a little more tolerant of my Mickey Madness...:rolleyes1 I am hoping to be able to do a lot of what we did last year... but I have noticed that the prices are not the same and, you know, I'm not sure if I have totally paid off that trip either:rolleyes::hippie: Anyway, obsessing over the vacation for me is almost just as much fun as the vacation itself so here's to about 16 months of :dance3::dance3:! :cheer2:

[pjstevens]

Debbie,

You need to change your siggie, you do have a trip coming up (granted it is still quite a ways away). Will you and your dd be doing WDW before and/or after the cruise?

Our plans at this moment, but may change since we have a long time to think about it, are that we'll fly down the day before, stay at the hotel near the port (think it was the Radisson ~ they provide free parking and shuttle to the port) and then after the cruise we'll drop our ds and dd at MCO to fly home and hubby and I will head to WDW for some time for us.

[debsters41]

Hi Patricia! I will change it soon, I promise:hippie: I was hoping for free dining before the cruise, but as the folks waiting for it this year are on pins and needles waiting to see if it will be offered, I am afraid things look pretty bleak for next year. We will def be doing some Orlando time before, but I don't know about where, yet. After we need to be hightailing it out of Dodge to make our way back to Greece. I still haven't worked out the logistics of it - whether to switch in Europe or New York, etc. School starts for us around Sept 10. Normally I would be starting earlier, but next year will be an exception;).

You are right, the Radisson is very nice and does have a shuttle. I myself am considering doing Country Inn and Suites, I hear it is also nice and also has a shuttle.pirate: I can hardly wait!

[cathyalby]

We, too, will be embarking on this Dream! Our first cruise with me, my DH, DD (will be her 10th birthday!), DS ( will be 11 at the time) and my baby DS ( 9 at the time). I am sooo excited becausee my kids don't know. I am hoping I can keep it a secret.


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[pjstevens]

We, too, will be embarking on this Dream! Our first cruise with me, my DH, DD (will be her 10th birthday!), DS ( will be 11 at the time) and my baby DS ( 9 at the time). I am sooo excited becausee my kids don't know. I am hoping I can keep it a secret.


Cathy, Welcome aboard!!! So glad to hear your family will also be traveling this cruise. So many of the other meet threads are several pages long right around our cruise date, but we are just getting started.

We cruised in Sept 2007 (just hubby and I) and met some wonderful friends via our Dis meet thread. Some of which I communicate with regularly now.

I know it is a long way off, but have you thought of when and/or how you'll tell the kids? One of our friends told her boys the morning of at breakfast in the hotel (we stayed near the port)! It was so cute to watch.

[pjstevens]

I was hoping for free dining before the cruise,


You are right, the Radisson is very nice and does have a shuttle. I myself am considering doing Country Inn and Suites, I hear it is also nice and also has a shuttle.pirate: I can hardly wait!

Debbie, they just announced free dining again for this year (late August to early October) so if they keep with that schedule, you should be ok for next year!

We are DVC members so we don't get to take advantage of free dining, but we don't have to pay for a hotel each time we come either :)

I've not heard of the Country Inn and Suites, I'll have to check it out.

[debsters41]

:welcome: Cathy and family! I don't envy you your challenge of trying to keep it a secret. I can't keep a secret for five seconds if it is about something so exciting. I even announced things to my kids last year like "we have an adr for kona" and they were like:confused3:rolleyes: (We had never been before so they didn't know what on earth I was talking about):)

Yes, I was relieved that they announced free dining for this year, it gives me hope for next year. I was a little sorry to see the change in the plan, so I am debating on whether to stay with quick service or to switch to regular dining plan. I will have to crunch some numbers, because it just might be a good excuse, ahem, reason to switch to moderate!!!:rolleyes1:cool2: I love the planning, the agony, the thrill!!:cheer2:

Pat, I am not saying that the Country Inn is better than the Radisson. I stayed at the Radisson last year and it was lovely! I am just thinking about the other one because I read some tips about how to manage it on priceline. I know I sound cheap, but I need to cut corners where I can to manage all the other stuff I want to do!!! Of course, the economy in my country is now really starting the major crisis (we just declared bankruptcy or something like that) which means they will raise my taxes even though I will be making less money, etc. All part of the thrill of the challenge!:dance3:

But I still prefer dealing with corrupt Greek politicians over trying to keep a Disney cruise a secret!:lmao:

Nice to have you with us!

[pjstevens]

Pat, I am not saying that the Country Inn is better than the Radisson. I stayed at the Radisson last year and it was lovely! I am just thinking about the other one because I read some tips about how to manage it on priceline. I know I sound cheap, but I need to cut corners where I can to manage all the other stuff I want to do!!!

Debbie, you don't sound cheap at all. We are all on a budget now a days (some tighter than others). Our last trip was a splurge as I had saved and put money away from each check so that we had it just about all paid for before going. I was reading something on the Dis recently about Priceline and hotels at the port. I have never used Priceline and always worry I'll end up at some 'run down dirty' place, lol.

Sorry to hear your country is 'bankrupt', things here are really bad in some areas. We are blessed that we still have our jobs and our mortgage is still getting paid. I work for a small real estate office and we sell properties for the banks that have foreclosed on them. It is sad to see how many there are out there. Just last week we got 5 or 6 new listings (that is a LOT, after a lull in things).

Well I am off to the gym and then work. Can't wait to 'get to know you' all here and on our cruise.

[dstevens]

Greetings Cathy and family :cool1: Welcome to the group.
Debbie, i've been reading the headlines on the economic crisis over there. It sounds pretty scary. We have had our own problems over here but not nearly as bad as Greece right now. The world economy all appears to be a house of cards :scared1::eek: right now. Depending on who you listen too everything is either "rosey" or "thorny". But you can count on the cruise being a "Dream"! :woohoo:

[debsters41]

But you can count on the cruise being a "Dream"! :woohoo:

::yes::

[cathyalby]

Hi, all! Thank you for the lovely welcome! Reading the DIS boards helps with keeping the secret, as does having the little trip planned for next fall. We talk about going on a Disney Cruise all of the time IF we win the lottery, so I plan to tell them we are going to Cape Canaveral to watch the space shuttle or something. Since we really want to go on a Disney Cruise, I will suggest we just go to Port Canaveral to see if there any ships in port. SURPRISE! We're actually going on one! I love reading these boards and getting tips. I am a huge planner, and although it drives my DH nuts because I just have to have every second planned, it always works out wonderfully. I am just too pumped and grateful that there are people I can share my excitement with!

[cathyalby]

Quick question: why does my ticker change? Sometimes it works and other times it doesn't!

[pjstevens]

Quick question: why does my ticker change? Sometimes it works and other times it doesn't!

You have the wrong brackets around your ticker.

Need [ ] not < >

Use this section (BBCode) at the ticker site (not the html section)

[dstevens]

Quick question: why does my ticker change? Sometimes it works and other times it doesn't!
I would suggest seeing a Doctor :rotfl::lmao::rotfl2:
Oh, you meant your countdown ticker. My bad. By the way, the Radison (spelling?) has a web cam that you can watch the cruise ships arrive and depart:happytv:. Really adds to the suspense.

[cathyalby]

Okay. Let me try taking the brackets off. i never put them on; I just cut and pasted it. I will definitely check out the web cam. Thanks for the tips!

[realfam]

Count us in on this cruise. Not only are we doing this we are doing the 4 day cruise prior to it. So hopefully we get to stay on the ship. This will be our 5th. Weve done a East, a West and just recently sailed the Magic for the eastbound transatlantic.
There is 4 of us DD3, DD15 plus inlaws sailing. We'd love to get enough people together for Fish Extenders.

Alex

[pjstevens]

Count us in on this cruise. Not only are we doing this we are doing the 4 day cruise prior to it. So hopefully we get to stay on the ship. This will be our 5th. Weve done a East, a West and just recently sailed the Magic for the eastbound transatlantic.
There is 4 of us DD3, DD15 plus inlaws sailing. We'd love to get enough people together for Fish Extenders.

Alex


Alex, welcome to the group. Sorry I missed your post. I'm so jealous of all your cruises! I too am hoping we get enough for the FE. We had a ball with that on our previous cruise (but didn't bring the kids along then). It's hard to believe it's still more than a year away, but time is moving quickly (thankfully). Have you written any TR from your previous trips?

Again, welcome to the group!

[debsters41]

Count us in on this cruise. Not only are we doing this we are doing the 4 day cruise prior to it. So hopefully we get to stay on the ship. This will be our 5th. Weve done a East, a West and just recently sailed the Magic for the eastbound transatlantic.
There is 4 of us DD3, DD15 plus inlaws sailing. We'd love to get enough people together for Fish Extenders.

Alex

Welcome from us too! You cannot imagine how happy I am to see that another 15 year old DD is coming along! mine will be excited to hear that because on our last cruise there ended up being no teens in the meet group :upsidedow

[realfam]

Thanks for the welcomes. There is a few families travelling with us, so there will be a few more teenagers....:thumbsup2

[Goldeelox9]

HI! I'm Lisa! As of this morning we are all booked! Count us in for the fish extender!

This is going to be my 7th Disney Cruise (9th cruise all together, wonder which cruiseline I liked the best)!

My first was in 2000 on the Magic, then I did two land/sea trips in 2002 and 2004 (both in January and both on the Wonder). The the most Magical Cruise in 2008 when I got married on Castaway Cay. We went back in November of 2009 for our one year anniversay. This January (2010) we are sailing on the Magic again heading to the western Caribbean for a week. I am really looking forward to a 7 night cruise!

This will be my husband's 4th cruise, he too is hooked and loves them! My Dad, Sister, Brother in Law and my Niece and Nephew will be joining us too! It is going to be alot of fun!!!

[pjstevens]

HI! I'm Lisa! As of this morning we are all booked! Count us in for the fish extender!


Welcome my fellow Disbride Lisa!!!! I'm so excited that some are joining our group. I know it's still a ways away (I see it on my ticker all the time, lol).

Lisa, you'll get to 'meet' Dale here online before the cruise.

[debsters41]

Hi everyone! It is exciting that more and more people are joining this group, even though we are so far out still! These boards can become so addicting! I spend every spare moment working on my holiday even though it is over a year away! (I will add a ticker or two after I buy airfare, that is when "there's no turning back now.....mwahaha" I just realized that on the other cruise my family took, and the entire vacation for that matter, I did NOT have a Mickey Bar!!! Someone, please stick a note in my fish extender the first night to remind me to order one! :rotfl:

[realfam]

HI! I'm Lisa! As of this morning we are all booked! Count us in for the fish extender!

This is going to be my 7th Disney Cruise (9th cruise all together, wonder which cruiseline I liked the best)!

My first was in 2000 on the Magic, then I did two land/sea trips in 2002 and 2004 (both in January and both on the Wonder). The the most Magical Cruise in 2008 when I got married on Castaway Cay. We went back in November of 2009 for our one year anniversay. This January (2010) we are sailing on the Magic again heading to the western Caribbean for a week. I am really looking forward to a 7 night cruise!

This will be my husband's 4th cruise, he too is hooked and loves them! My Dad, Sister, Brother in Law and my Niece and Nephew will be joining us too! It is going to be alot of fun!!!



Congrats on joining our group for this up coming cruise........Remember its never to early to start planning a Disney vacation. Were always in planning mode. Once we complete one we book another. We also always re-book with DCL while aboard to take advantage of there offers no matter how far out it is.
Look forward to chatting and meeting with you both.

Alex

[dstevens]

GREETINGS fellow "DREAMERS"!:worship: Or maybe we should be called "The Dream Weavers". :thumbsup2:cool1::wizard: Anyhow, i have some good news :banana: and some bad news:headache: First the bad, We still have another 15 months till our cruise. :headache: Ok those of you out there with a count down ticker, how long do we really have? Now the good news:banana::woohoo::yay: WE HAVE UPGRADED TO A VERANDA!! WooHoo. Ok for most of you that is probably not a big deal. But i love hanging out on the veranda early in the morning or late at night. I find it soooo relaxing.

[pjstevens]

Ok those of you out there with a count down ticker, how long do we really have?

One year, two months, two weeks and four days! Or 444 days!

[dstevens]

One year, two months, two weeks and four days! Or 444 days!
I knew i could count on you honey. :thumbsup2 Oh i made a funny:rotfl2:. Count on you - counting ticker. Ok so it wasn't that funny. :confused3

[debsters41]

love this 'name'. If it isn't already taken should it be the 'name' of our cruise? What does everyone think? Dale and Pat, I am sure the veranda is going to be fabulous! Good for you!

Lisa, I thought I had welcomed you in my last post, but neglected to do so :sad2: so...:welcome: How exciting to be a Disney bride!!! You ladies are going to have to tell us all about your experiences! I love it when good things happen to people!:flower3:

I am jealous of Alex too, being able to go on the transatlantic! How cool is that!!! :woohoo: I still think that 3 days is not enough... but oh so much better than nothing!:banana:

Have a nice week everyone!

[Goldeelox9]

Thanks for the Welcome.

Being a Disney Bride was MAGICAL! I couldn't have asked for a better wedding day!

Dale did Patty tell you the new location of your new Veranda room? Sounds like a pretty cool one!

I would switch back there if I didn't want to be with my sister (she is in a Deluxe Family Veranda Room and Pete and I are only in the normal Veranda Room) and I had to try like 9 combos of rooms to find us two in differance Cat. next to each other!

[realfam]

Congrats on the upgrade to a verhandah Dstevens:banana: you'll love it:thumbsup2 We had the pleasure of having one on the Transatlantic (which we truly feel blessed we could do). It is wonderful to sit and watch the ocean go by while your sitting relaxing, although I do very much enjoy sitting up on deck 4,9, 10 relaxing and talking to new friends.

Her's a picture of the Magic in Gibraltar
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[pjstevens]

Deb, I like Dream Weavers! I'm not real creative with coming up with names for our group.

Alex, we had a verandah when we did our Disney Fairy Tale Vow Renewal in the Dream in 2008. It was our first 'real' cruise and kind of spoiled us. Loved having that view of the ocean.

Lisa, we are excited with our new location! Wish you could move back there too, lol. But I know you can't stand to be that far from your precious niece!

[Goldeelox9]

Patty you know I can not be away fromher, I am hoping my sister lets her sleep in our room. LOL AND my new baby nephew will be joining us. I listed him on the reservation and Baby Boy since he is not here yet and doesn't have a name. LOL

[pjstevens]

Patty you know I can not be away fromher, I am hoping my sister lets her sleep in our room. LOL AND my new baby nephew will be joining us. I listed him on the reservation and Baby Boy since he is not here yet and doesn't have a name. LOL

That is so cute Lisa! If you are really wanting some kids to sleep in your room, we can send our that way, lol! Not quite the same when they are 20 and 23, :rotfl:

[Goldeelox9]

I don't think Aubre and Tyler want me covering them with Kisses and tucking them in. LOL

[dstevens]

I don't think Aubre and Tyler want me covering them with Kisses and tucking them in. LOL
Tyler might not mind:banana: but i'm sure Aubre would:scared1:
Yes Lisa, Patty show'd me our new room for weaving dreams. I think it will be very nice. Like Alex wrote :surfweb: it will be cool watching as things go by. I am so psyched for the trip already but he have 1 possibly 2 WDW trips first. Ok Patty whats the count down now? :love:

[dstevens]

Ok fellow "Dream Weavers" :worship::worship::worship: Are Cathy, Patty and I the only ones going to visit WDW before our cruise? Is anybody else out there a DVC owner? :confused3

[ThereYouSeeHer]

Ok fellow "Dream Weavers" :worship::worship::worship: Are Cathy, Patty and I the only ones going to visit WDW before our cruise? Is anybody else out there a DVC owner? :confused3Ok, I'm in...The Disney Dream September 1st, 2011 cruise will be our first cruise ever! Although I'm not planning on canceling, I do like that we have until June of next year to do so without penalty--just in case! That's what finally sold me on booking now while rates are low. We were considering going on a cruise December 2010 or September 2011, but when we compared rates, it was a no-brainer. For about the same price, we would have gotten an inside stateroom in December, but were able to get a verandah in September. I figured why not get a balcony, since kids rates go up as they get older and it would only be less affordable in the future!

As for WDW before the cruise--we haven't fully decided, but may spend one night before and one night after (we are not DVC owners). My daughter will have started school a week before the departure date and I'm not fond of removing her for too long at the beginning of the school year (any other time, I wouldn't have cared so much!). She'll be in first grade that year and you know how kids are that first week---getting used to their seating assignments, learning their classmates names, etc. So although I would like to stay at WDW longer, I don't want her to lose too much of that initial introduction period. Other than that, I figure she won't be missing that much schooling in the first week or two.

So Bahamas and Castaway Cay, here we come!! :woohoo:

[Goldeelox9]

We are going to get a Room at the Poly for after the cruise, but only for one night. Then we will fly home on Monday. It will be sooo hot so I plan on just relaxing by the pool having dinner at Ohana and watching the fireworks from the beach!

[dstevens]

Welcome aboard ThereYouSeeHer:thumbsup2 I guess i should clarify my question about visiting WDW before the cruise. :confused3 I didn't mean the week prior. I meant between now and the cruise. I think a 3 day cruise is great for a first timer. It will probably leave you wanting more more more:banana::cool1:We are doing the 3 dayer for our 2 little ones and because of the cost. We are Disney Holics. :thumbsup2

[ThereYouSeeHer]

Welcome aboard ThereYouSeeHer:thumbsup2 I guess i should clarify my question about visiting WDW before the cruise. :confused3 I didn't mean the week prior. I meant between now and the cruise. I think a 3 day cruise is great for a first timer. It will probably leave you wanting more more more:banana::cool1:We are doing the 3 dayer for our 2 little ones and because of the cost. We are Disney Holics. :thumbsup2Thanks! Ah, prior to--as in now. Yes, we will be there in December, our favorite time of year to go!

I also figured a 3-day cruise would be a good test run and is more affordable.

Can't wait!

[pjstevens]

Thanks! Ah, prior to--as in now. Yes, we will be there in December, our favorite time of year to go!

I also figured a 3-day cruise would be a good test run and is more affordable.

Can't wait!
Patty and i will be down the end of November - beginning of December. We are staying at Kidani or Jumbo House, I don't remember. Patty makes all the ressies. I just go along. We found this was the best time to view the Osborn Festival of lights in DHS:santa:. We also plan on checking out the decorations in all of the WDW hotelspopcorn::. And of course attend Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. :santa::santa:I love it when everybody but you has to leave the park for the party. :laughing:
This is actually Dale typing (hunt and peck really):littleangel:. I didn't realize the computer was logged in under Patty:confused3 Oh well The message is the same. Well actually i'm more humerous and she is prettier. I hope she's prettier. It wouldn't be to good if i was pretty. I ramble. :thumbsup2

[ThereYouSeeHer]

Patty and i will be down the end of November - beginning of December. We are staying at Kidani or Jumbo House, I don't remember. Patty makes all the ressies. I just go along. We found this was the best time to view the Osborn Festival of lights in DHS:santa:. We also plan on checking out the decorations in all of the WDW hotelspopcorn::. And of course attend Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. :santa::santa:I love it when everybody but you has to leave the park for the party. :laughing:
This is actually Dale typing (hunt and peck really):littleangel:. I didn't realize the computer was logged in under Patty:confused3 Oh well The message is the same. Well actually i'm more humerous and she is prettier. I hope she's prettier. It wouldn't be to good if i was pretty. I ramble. :thumbsup2You should join the December thread (if you haven't already)! We are planning on going about December 9th-13th. I'm waiting on the Candlelight Processional info to be announced. Our dates are flexible. Also wishing they would release the D23 Magic and Merriment info soon, although that will probably be closer to fall time when they announce.

Ughh...all this waiting. Planning for December keeps my mind off the 15 month wait for our cruise!

[pjstevens]

Patty and i will be down the end of November - beginning of December.

Hey, you were logged in as me :goodvibes

That message was from hubby Dale (dstevens)

[pjstevens]

Ok fellow "Dream Weavers" :worship::worship::worship: Are Cathy, Patty and I the only ones going to visit WDW before our cruise? Is anybody else out there a DVC owner? :confused3

We are going AFTER the cruise, lol.

Never mind, just read your other post about 'visiting' Disney between now and the cruise.

[pjstevens]

We are doing the 3 dayer for our 2 little ones and because of the cost. We are Disney Holics. :thumbsup2

Another Welcome Aboard to you 'thereyouseeher'.

Dale should clarify, our two 'little ones' will be 20 and 23 on the cruise, lol. We are still trying to get our son, dil and beautiful grand daughter to go on the cruise too.

[pjstevens]

This is actually Dale typing (hunt and peck really):littleangel:. I didn't realize the computer was logged in under Patty:confused3 Oh well The message is the same. Well actually i'm more humerous and she is prettier. I hope she's prettier. It wouldn't be to good if i was pretty. I ramble. :thumbsup2

:rotfl2: You are a riot honey.

[debsters41]

Nice to have you with us! We were first timers last year, and loved every single second of the cruise. It was a 4-night, and not enough :rotfl: but what can you do? We are doing the 3 night this time round because we will (hopefully, with fingers crossed) be staying at Disney for two weeks prior, and in the Universal area 4 days prior to that! I also would like to squeeze in a trip to Discovery Cove and a week in New York... - this is probably why I will be feeding my family plain spaghetti for the next 15 months:confused3.

[ThereYouSeeHer]

Nice to have you with us! We were first timers last year, and loved every single second of the cruise. It was a 4-night, and not enough :rotfl: but what can you do? We are doing the 3 night this time round because we will (hopefully, with fingers crossed) be staying at Disney for two weeks prior, and in the Universal area 4 days prior to that! I also would like to squeeze in a trip to Discovery Cove and a week in New York... - this is probably why I will be feeding my family plain spaghetti for the next 15 months:confused3.Thanks!

And about the plain spaghetti--seriously, the budget starts now, right?? It sounds like you have a great vacation in the works!

[mattmommy]

This will be our part 2 of our b2b also. This will be our 4th and 5th cruise.

It'll be myself, dh and ds(then 11).

We had a great price so we invited all our friends and family to join us for the b2b or even just a piece of it.

Does anybody know if they'll do pirate night still?

ACK. Have to remember to buy my FE. I invited new DCL people to sail with us and have to give them the lay of the land.

[debsters41]

Welcome Mattmommy! I am sure B2B will be amazing! How wonderful that so many people are already 'getting on board' so to speak, so early in the game!:woohoo: :yay:

[realfam]

Welcome Mattmommy,

Great minds think alike! We too are doing the B2B on this cruise with 4 families (total 13 people).
It should be a blast:thumbsup2

[pjstevens]

This will be our part 2 of our b2b also. This will be our 4th and 5th cruise.

It'll be myself, dh and ds(then 11).

We had a great price so we invited all our friends and family to join us for the b2b or even just a piece of it.

Does anybody know if they'll do pirate night still?

ACK. Have to remember to buy my FE. I invited new DCL people to sail with us and have to give them the lay of the land.

Welcome Mattmommy. I'm jealous of those back to back cruises, that's got to be amazing! Welcome to our cruise thread. Are the others in your group 'Dis' members? If so, send them over, or introduce them to the wealth of information that is on here.

We are cruising with out kids, but have some friends that are also either booked (Lisa) or waiting to book.

[pjstevens]

Since we are up to four pages and more joining, I thought it was time to start tracking our group. I'll update the first post of this thread as information becomes available. If we get a lot of people interested in the FE, then we can start a separate thread and link them. But for the time being, if you'd 'introduce' yourself and your group with the following info.

Your disname; real name (first names only); and who is in your party.

pjstevens (and dstevens); Patricia & Dale; and our dd (23) Aubre & ds (20) Tyler.

[debsters41]

Thanks Pat for organizing.

debsters41; Debbie; traveling with Emmanuella (15) :thumbsup2 for FE

[realfam]

Disname: Realfam Alex, Michelle, DD15 Maggie, DD3 Rebecca

Also in another cabin, my inlaws Bill and Gerry

[mattmommy]

Disname - Dizneyfan - Colleen, Mark and ds Matthew (will be 11)

Outside of planning for our WDW stay for 1999/2000 New Years Eve six years in advance, this is the furthest I've ever planned out.

[dstevens]

Disname - Dizneyfan - Colleen, Mark and ds Matthew (will be 11)

Outside of planning for our WDW stay for 1999/2000 New Years Eve six years in advance, this is the furthest I've ever planned out.
It's never too early to plan:thumbsup2. Oh by the way, Welcome aboard. :surfweb:

[dstevens]

Disname: Realfam Alex, Michelle, DD15 Maggie, DD3 Rebecca

Also in another cabin, my inlaws Bill and Gerry
Welcome aboard:surfweb:

[pjstevens]

Disname - Dizneyfan - Colleen, Mark and ds Matthew (will be 11)

Outside of planning for our WDW stay for 1999/2000 New Years Eve six years in advance, this is the furthest I've ever planned out.

Colleen, so you have two dis'names'? Do you use mattmommy more, or the dizneyfan? Hubby and I both have accounts and sometimes post under the wrong one.

[mattmommy]

ARGH Brain fart. Dizneyfan is our ebay name. Sorry.

DCL excitement. Just the fact that both dh and I greenlighted the trip is a miracle.

Of course I had a bunch of "sads" today. Went into the Disney Store. DS9 is too old for everything in the store and there's nothing for adults. I miss the old store where you can buy dh his polo shirts and cute outfits for me. Oh well.

[pjstevens]

ARGH Brain fart. Dizneyfan is our ebay name. Sorry.

DCL excitement. Just the fact that both dh and I greenlighted the trip is a miracle.

Of course I had a bunch of "sads" today. Went into the Disney Store. DS9 is too old for everything in the store and there's nothing for adults. I miss the old store where you can buy dh his polo shirts and cute outfits for me. Oh well.

No problem at all. Haven't been in the Disney store in so long (I hate the mall!!!) that I didn't even realize they didn't carry grown up things. They use to have some great sales in the summer. :confused3

[boundfordisney]

We will be on this cruise as well, doing a b2b with this being the later part. It will just be myself Leslie and dh Terry as the rest of the family will be heading home after the first part 4 night. Can t wait to see the dream!:thumbsup2

[pjstevens]

We will be on this cruise as well, doing a b2b with this being the later part. It will just be myself Leslie and dh Terry as the rest of the family will be heading home after the first part 4 night. Can t wait to see the dream!:thumbsup2

Leslie, welcome to you and Terry. I'll add your info to the first post. If you change your ticker markers from <> to [] your ticker should show up.

[mattmommy]

I can't wait to see the ship reviews. I have my family and parents as definites and a ton of possibles.

I've been touting the "you'll only be off the ship for an hour to get new room keys" to sell the b2b, but most of my possibles will only be doing the 3 or 4.

[pjstevens]

I posted this on my facebook page the other day. Just something to enjoy.


A little horn battle in St. Marteen, Big Ship vs. Small Ship (Disney) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MN6OuzU0lGw"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MN6OuzU0lGw)

[mattmommy]

Just got verclempt hearing the Disney horn.

[pjstevens]

Just got verclempt hearing the Disney horn.

Mattmommy, I had to look up that word, lol. I thought that's what it meant though. I see your family is from Jersey. Do you fly out of Philly?

[cathyalby]

Ahoy! Glad to see more people have joined the thread!

This is: cathyalby (our names, I know, but it's easier to remember...) DS 11, DD 10, and BDS 9. We can't wait for our first cruise and are so excited that we have convinced my brother and his family to go, too! We are all Disney crazy, but this will be everyone's first Disney Cruise, and we plan to keep it a secret from the kids. Looking forward to checking back at the DIS and seeing who else joins!

[realfam]

If you guys are Disney crazy, and this is your first cruise.............

be prepared to have the most amazing time of your life. It is highly addictive and I promise it wont be you last.
We said on our first DCL, ah we just would like to try it once. By this cruise we would have been on all the Disney ships and our 6th cruise:thumbsup2:thumbsup2
Look forward to sailing with y'all

Cheers

Alex


Ahoy! Glad to see more people have joined the thread!

This is: cathyalby (our names, I know, but it's easier to remember...) DS 11, DD 10, and BDS 9. We can't wait for our first cruise and are so excited that we have convinced my brother and his family to go, too! We are all Disney crazy, but this will be everyone's first Disney Cruise, and we plan to keep it a secret from the kids. Looking forward to checking back at the DIS and seeing who else joins!

[boundfordisney]

hi everyone! Happy 4th of July weekend to our American friends ! So are we gonna do an FE? I have one from the last cruise but will need a new one as the one I have looks kinda christmasee.I have to admitt Im a little concerned as to the weather around this sailing date, has anyone else sailed at this time of year before? It will be a first time cruise for alot of my family and I hope it is smooth sailing!Just wish it would hurry up and get here!:dance3:

[pjstevens]

Not sure why, but I'm not getting notices of posts in the thread. Sorry to miss a few.

We cruised this same time in 2008. There were MANY hurricanes that season. Our itinerary was changed slightly due to the storms at sea. We had our sea day first instead of second. The only disappointment to me was that our DFTW vow renewal was to be on a the 8th and due to the change got moved to the 9th. I had something embroidered with the date, so that was my only disappointment (well that and it was too windy for our ceremony to be outside), but no control over it and no hard done.

As long as we get to cruise and get to Castaway Cay, I'll be fine! (I could care less about Nassau, but I'm sure lots of people have plans for there).

Yes, we are definitely doing the FE (fish extender). I figure it's still a bit early, but for anyone not familiar with what this is, please just ask. It's a lot of fun, and is not required to be part of the group. We made some amazing friends on our cruise that we still communicate with (and at times get to see).

[boundfordisney]

Glad to hear your cruise worked out in the end!Was there much motion on the ship? Thats really all Im more concerned with.. its the little ones that Im afraid would be prone to getting a little seasick, hopefully that won t happen!So the last cruise you were on did you meet up at some point once you boarded? We met up around 230 I think on the promenade deck, and we did the Fe , somewhere in around 26 cabins. My grandkids really got a kick out of all the stuff that they ended up with, it was a lot of work to but a lot of fun. Although for the 3 night cruise it looks as though its just me and dh at this point, even still I would enjoy doing the Fe even if its an only kids exchange. I hope this year flies by!:rolleyes1

[pjstevens]

Glad to hear your cruise worked out in the end!Was there much motion on the ship? Thats really all Im more concerned with.. its the little ones that Im afraid would be prone to getting a little seasick, hopefully that won t happen!So the last cruise you were on did you meet up at some point once you boarded? We met up around 230 I think on the promenade deck, and we did the Fe , somewhere in around 26 cabins. My grandkids really got a kick out of all the stuff that they ended up with, it was a lot of work to but a lot of fun. Although for the 3 night cruise it looks as though its just me and dh at this point, even still I would enjoy doing the Fe even if its an only kids exchange. I hope this year flies by!:rolleyes1

We had smooth sailing except for one night. It didn't hit until after dinner and walking down the corridor, you really felt it. Looked on the tv and they said 15-20 foot waves. During the night I woke up and it was really moving and turned on the tv and they were 20-30 foot waves. But considering we went around a major storm, we were blessed with a beautiful cruise. And honestly that night was it (and it was kind of late, so maybe the little ones wouldn't have known).

We met up the first afternoon with some from our group. We ended up sitting with two families from our group at dinner and they are the ones we really got to know.

I think we had about 15 cabins in our FE and several of those were adults only (as we were), but we still were creative with the gifts. It was definitely a LOT of 'stuff' to bring on board. I guess I better start picking up things when I see them (I gave a lot of my left over 'goodies' to my teacher friends for the treasure boxes).

[pjstevens]

Ahoy! Glad to see more people have joined the thread!

This is: cathyalby (our names, I know, but it's easier to remember...) DS 11, DD 10, and BDS 9.

Cathy, so are you Cathy & Alby? just checking for our first post (for info and when we start planning a meet up and FE).

[boundfordisney]

Good idea to start picking up things for the fe, hadn t really thought about that but now that you mentioned it I will be on the lookout for things when Im shopping. At least we have lots of time to come up with some ideas! One of my favorite things from the last exchange was some mickey ears door magnets, I was so happy seeing them on our stateroom door, it was just the perfect gift!:love:

[cathyalby]

Cathy, so are you Cathy & Alby? just checking for our first post (for info and when we start planning a meet up and FE).

Yes, my husband and DS are Alby. I've read a little about the fish extenders, but didn't realize that adults did them too. What kinds of goodies do you put in them for both adults and kids?

[dstevens]

Good idea to start picking up things for the fe, hadn t really thought about that but now that you mentioned it I will be on the lookout for things when Im shopping. At least we have lots of time to come up with some ideas! One of my favorite things from the last exchange was some mickey ears door magnets, I was so happy seeing them on our stateroom door, it was just the perfect gift!:love:
What, you haven't picked anything up yet?:confused3 Heck i am practically packed and waiting to head to the airport. :rotfl: My wife says i have DCO. That's OCD but in alphabetical order.:rolleyes1

[pjstevens]

What, you haven't picked anything up yet?:confused3 Heck i am practically packed and waiting to head to the airport. :rotfl: My wife says i have DCO. That's OCD but in alphabetical order.:rolleyes1

Haha honey, that would be CDO :goodvibes

[dstevens]

Yes, my husband and DS are Alby. I've read a little about the fish extenders, but didn't realize that adults did them too. What kinds of goodies do you put in them for both adults and kids?
Generally i prefer six packs of expensive heavy dark beer :cool1:, and American Express gift cards. You know nothing much :lmao: Actually some people give out things that might represent their state (country) example: a key fob or post card or something inexpensive that is Disneyish. Groups usually put a dollar limit on the gifts so as to not feel obligated to go crazy.

[dstevens]

Haha honey, that would be CDO :goodvibes
See what i mean, it's kicking in.:goodvibes

[pjstevens]

Yes, my husband and DS are Alby. I've read a little about the fish extenders, but didn't realize that adults did them too. What kinds of goodies do you put in them for both adults and kids?

Cathy,

We rec'd in our FE (and it was just hubby and I), some toys, pirate blow up ball, stickers/tattoos; but also rec'd some wonderful Lush products and even a beautiful necklace one of cruise meet made. (she made one for each of the ladies in our group). We rec'd a personalize handmade wooden photo frame with the 'Wonder' on it.

I made 'paper bag' scrap books for each of the cabins (and I'm only telling you cause I know there is no way I'll try that again, WAY to much work) and I'm going to school now and working, so a lot less 'free' time.

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i202/pjstev222/private/PICT0034.jpg

I know I bought glow sticks, candies, Pirate/Princess things; some Delaware postcards (to show where we were from) and I think we did Delaware quarters.

Just to give you an idea. I've heard of some FE groups that gave the 'adults' those tiny booze bottles.

There are many links of info on FE's and some of the gifts.

[ladyleslie]

Okay - Sign me up for another cruise - two actually - doing another back to back..... 8/28/2011 and 9/1/2011

Is it too early to get excieted????

Hey !! I see some familiar names ......

So its me, my daughter and my mom - all ready for "Girls week out 2011"

And I'm ready to "dream" up FE gifts :lmao: so count me in for that too!!

[pjstevens]

Okay - Sign me up for another cruise - two actually - doing another back to back..... 8/28/2011 and 9/1/2011

Is it too early to get excieted????

Hey !! I see some familiar names ......

So its me, my daughter and my mom - all ready for "Girls week out 2011"

And I'm ready to "dream" up FE gifts :lmao: so count me in for that too!!

Leslie, welcome aboard! Not to early to get excited at all! We are beyond excited! Cannot wait for next September!!! I'm jealous of all the back to back cruisers. MAYBE some day we'll get to do that too.

[boundfordisney]

Can this year hurry up and pass I want to go NOW! Got a disney pin for free dining with no blackout dates well except for the week of thanksgiving, makes it soo hard not to book another trip and go just before xmas, but I really need to pay off the upcoming one for the dream since we will be doing disney as well Im trying not to let the free dining get the best of me this time around lol!:cool1:

[pjstevens]

Can this year hurry up and pass I want to go NOW! Got a disney pin for free dining with no blackout dates well except for the week of thanksgiving, makes it soo hard not to book another trip and go just before xmas, but I really need to pay off the upcoming one for the dream since we will be doing disney as well Im trying not to let the free dining get the best of me this time around lol!:cool1:

We'll be there in four months (and six days)! Nov 29-Dec4! Just hubby and I so we can enjoy the Christmas decorations. We are DVC members so we don't get the free dining (bummer) but find it such a good deal that we do buy it. We finally booked our airfare for December, I was bummed at how high flights were, but finally broke down and booked AirTran for a LOT less than Southwest.

[boundfordisney]

I love disney at xmas time! All the decorations are awesome, Im finding it hard not to book for xmas time, even considered cruiseing then but my grandson will be in high school and my daughter doesnt want him to miss any days off so its the summer we will have to cruise for now.Never flown on airtran just southwest so you will have to let me know what you thought of the airline after your trip. Have you decieded on your dinner reservations yet? have fun planning!:thumbsup2

[pjstevens]

I completely understand your daughter. We went to Disney December 2007; my son was a Junior and we took a week mid December to go visit our daughter who was doing the College Program at Disney (she would not be home until after the new year and we wanted to have 'our' Christmas with her). My son got special permission; but it took him forever to 'catch up'. He said he'd never do it again (so a students view also).

I am now in school (this trip was planned before I decided to go to college). I'll be out the full week before finals. I am going to talk to each of my professors at the very start of the class this semester to let them know and see what I can do to not fall behind.

We've used Airtran in the past and had no problems, but I do know they change their flight times frequently, but they are also good about accommodating you if the new time does not fit. As long as we travel with 'carry ons' we are fine. We just like the personality of the staff of Southwest.

I love disney at xmas time! All the decorations are awesome, Im finding it hard not to book for xmas time, even considered cruiseing then but my grandson will be in high school and my daughter doesnt want him to miss any days off so its the summer we will have to cruise for now.Never flown on airtran just southwest so you will have to let me know what you thought of the airline after your trip. Have you decieded on your dinner reservations yet? have fun planning!:thumbsup2

[boundfordisney]

well Im glad you let me know about your sons feelings on all the school work he had to catch up on, I feel much better knowing summer is the best time to go as far as my grandson is concerned. I hope it all works out for you in that regard! I was checking out more of the dream and found that it has a spa for teens , my grand daughter who will be 14 on this cruise will love it, I figure I will book it as a surprise. Course Im gonna have to book some alone time at the spa myself! Its getting closer to the year out mark hope time flies by for us all!:woohoo:

[debsters41]

Hello everyone! I only have sporadic access to a computer during the summer so that is why I haven't been posting to welcome new cruisers! Welcome! Wow! A spa for teens? I am going to check that out now! Thanks!:wizard:

[Joy]

Hello Fellow Cruisers!

We just booked on cruise on the Dream. This is our first cruise and we are very excited. It will be me, DH, DS (he will be 11 - almost 12) and DD (10). I have been reading up on FE and all things Disney Cruise Line. I am looking forward to meeting you all.

[pjstevens]

I was checking out more of the dream and found that it has a spa for teens , my grand daughter who will be 14 on this cruise will love it, I figure I will book it as a surprise. Course Im gonna have to book some alone time at the spa myself! Its getting closer to the year out mark hope time flies by for us all!:woohoo:

We LOVED the spa (did the Exotic Rasual and the Rain Forrest room). Will definitely have to find a little time for 'us'. I heard about the spa for teens, it looks amazing (shame I don't have teens, well NOT really).

[pjstevens]

Hello everyone! I only have sporadic access to a computer during the summer so that is why I haven't been posting to welcome new cruisers! Welcome! Wow! A spa for teens? I am going to check that out now! Thanks!:wizard:

No problem Debbie. When you get here, just stop by to say hi, still counting down! It's almost 13 months!!!! :banana:

[pjstevens]

Hello Fellow Cruisers!

We just booked on cruise on the Dream. This is our first cruise and we are very excited. It will be me, DH, DS (he will be 11 - almost 12) and DD (10). I have been reading up on FE and all things Disney Cruise Line. I am looking forward to meeting you all.

Joy, welcome aboard! We have some first time cruisers in our bunch and some very experienced ones. This is our second DCL, but the first we'll be taking our kids (but the adults now). I need to get onto the DIS more often to see what's the latest with the FE. I had one made for us last time. It has been in our 'Disney' pile, just begging to be used again.

[dstevens]

Hello Fellow Cruisers!

We just booked on cruise on the Dream. This is our first cruise and we are very excited. It will be me, DH, DS (he will be 11 - almost 12) and DD (10). I have been reading up on FE and all things Disney Cruise Line. I am looking forward to meeting you all.
Greetings and welcome to "The Dream Weavers" because you WILL be weaving dreams.

[dstevens]

We LOVED the spa (did the Exotic Rasual and the Rain Forrest room). Will definitely have to find a little time for 'us'. I heard about the spa for teens, it looks amazing (shame I don't have teens, well NOT really).
Ah the Erotic Rasul :cool1::thumbsup2:banana::woohoo::yay: and the Rain Forrest.

[debsters41]

Welcome Joy! Isn't the planning for a first cruise exciting? I am going to use the same FE I had made for my whole family when we sailed last year, but I may just cover the names of my husband and daughter who will not be able to be with us on this trip.

OMG I am seriously considering doing a b2b as well, I am just trying to deal with the logistics of the entire thing, normally I would need to have been back in Greece around Sept. 1st (lol, obviously not going to happen) so each day later I am treading more and more on thin ice.....:laughing::rolleyes1

[pjstevens]

OMG I am seriously considering doing a b2b as well, I am just trying to deal with the logistics of the entire thing, normally I would need to have been back in Greece around Sept. 1st (lol, obviously not going to happen) so each day later I am treading more and more on thin ice.....:laughing::rolleyes1

Deb, Is your daughter on break from school when you will be visiting the states? Oh, the thought of a back to back sounds amazing.

[debsters41]

Deb, Is your daughter on break from school when you will be visiting the states? Oh, the thought of a back to back sounds amazing.

Hi Pat, yes, school starts here around the 10th of September (so we are assuming the 12th for 2011) It may seem strange for the Americans, but the school calendar in Greece seems to come out a week or two before school starts. I am sure that it 'comes out' earlier, but that is when we seem to learn things. My problem is that I am a private teacher (I teach English) and the tutoring school where I work needs me around from the first of September, to help get the classrooms ready, maybe to do a couple of private lessons, etc. Actually, my whole vacation next year hinges a little on how many extra private lessons I have outside of the tutoring school. Last year I worked 7 days a week, often pulling 9 or 10 hours total a day. If I am lucky like that this year, I will be able to manage the back to back. If not... I will start cutting things:scared1: But, we can 'Dream' can't we?;) I am also hoping for a strong Euro:wizard:

[Joy]

Thank you all for the warm welcome. I love the phrase "Dream Weavers"! I may have to use that.

[pjstevens]

Hello my fellow Dream Weavers! Is that what you all want to be called? If so, I'll update the title so others who join will know. I just mentioned to Dale that it's been quiet on here. We have 1 year 3 weeks and 6 days til our cruise! I'm hoping once it gets past the one year mark, things will fly along.

We have our trip coming up the end of November and Dale was mentioning all the 'things' we have to go through first, to get to that point! I'm thinking, we booked this trip at 11 months out and now we are less than four, so it's getting here!

Has anyone been following the various posts on updates on the Dream. I saw a post of someone taking a tour of the shipyard where it is being built. So neat to see it in production.

If I can find that link again, I'll post it here.

[Goldeelox9]

I am almost done my Fish Extender Gifts....Not really making them, but I will have them in 2 weeks or so!!!

[pjstevens]

I am almost done my Fish Extender Gifts....Not really making them, but I will have them in 2 weeks or so!!!

Lisa, you are a riot!!! I haven't even thought about it (other than what I posted here before), lol.

[debsters41]

Hello everyone again!

Pat, you are so lucky to have a trip coming up! How exciting! And the weather in November should be marvelous!:cloud9:

Lisa, I may be Obsessive-Compulsive about reading up and taking notes to prepare for my vacations, but you win first prize for organization!:worship::worship::worship:

I like Dreamweavers, if we are voting:cutie:

UGH, only a couple of weeks and we are back to school! I got spoiled not having any lessons for the past 3 weeks!

Ok, nothing else really to update here, except that the weather has been extra hot (normal) and humid (not normal). I remind myself that it is Florida weather and pretend I am walking around there! Somehow, it is not quite the same:confused3

Take care!

[pjstevens]

Deb,

We've had an extreme year with the weather this year. This past winter we had more than 70 inches (yes seventy) of snow (thankfully not at one time, but several blizzards); We flew to Florida in January to do the Disney 1/2 marathon and it SNOWED (tiny bit) but sleeted most the race. It was crazy cold, actually colder in Florida than our home in Delaware (and the 'snowbirds, older people in the northeast US, travel to Florida in the winter for the warmth)! We've had more heatwaves this summer than ever and several over 100 degree days. It's been hotter at 'home' than in Florida. It's like the US has gotten confused on weather this year.

We were at Disney in December 2007 (our DD did the college program) and it was so hot and humid. Last December, I had several friends get married at Disney and it was down right cold for some of them. It's so unpredictable. I hope for 'cooler' weather so it feels 'Christmasy' when we go.

The schools around her start the end of August or very beginning of September. I go back to class on the 23rd (I just started taking college courses this summer); while my dd doesn't go back to classes until August 31st.

Well, I better get back to work, or I won't have a job to help pay for this cruise! Have a great day!

Hello everyone again!

Pat, you are so lucky to have a trip coming up! How exciting! And the weather in November should be marvelous!:cloud9:

Lisa, I may be Obsessive-Compulsive about reading up and taking notes to prepare for my vacations, but you win first prize for organization!:worship::worship::worship:

I like Dreamweavers, if we are voting:cutie:

UGH, only a couple of weeks and we are back to school! I got spoiled not having any lessons for the past 3 weeks!

Ok, nothing else really to update here, except that the weather has been extra hot (normal) and humid (not normal). I remind myself that it is Florida weather and pretend I am walking around there! Somehow, it is not quite the same:confused3

Take care!

[Joy]

I vote for Dream Weavers too! I have been reading everything I can find on the Dream. I am excited about Fish Extenders. It sounds like fun!

[cathyalby]

Cathy,

We rec'd in our FE (and it was just hubby and I), some toys, pirate blow up ball, stickers/tattoos; but also rec'd some wonderful Lush products and even a beautiful necklace one of cruise meet made. (she made one for each of the ladies in our group). We rec'd a personalize handmade wooden photo frame with the 'Wonder' on it.

I made 'paper bag' scrap books for each of the cabins (and I'm only telling you cause I know there is no way I'll try that again, WAY to much work) and I'm going to school now and working, so a lot less 'free' time.

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i202/pjstev222/private/PICT0034.jpg

I know I bought glow sticks, candies, Pirate/Princess things; some Delaware postcards (to show where we were from) and I think we did Delaware quarters.

Just to give you an idea. I've heard of some FE groups that gave the 'adults' those tiny booze bottles.

There are many links of info on FE's and some of the gifts.


Great ideas. I, too, would like beer and American Gift Cards, but I would settle for jewelry :). I'm sure I can come up with some creative things. I live in Florida, so "Florida" type things may not be too exciting. By the way, where do you get the actual fish extenders? Do you make them?

[cathyalby]

thanks!

[cathyalby]

Hello Fellow Cruisers!

We just booked on cruise on the Dream. This is our first cruise and we are very excited. It will be me, DH, DS (he will be 11 - almost 12) and DD (10). I have been reading up on FE and all things Disney Cruise Line. I am looking forward to meeting you all.


This will be our first cruise, too, and I'm sooooo excited. We will have kids aboard the same age. My son will be 11 1/2, my daughter will be 10 the following week. I have another son who will 8. I'm sure they will find each other at the kid's clubs. You can find me poolside with a cocktail in my hand! :):cool2:

[pjstevens]

Cathy,

I bought our Fish Extender on ebay; but some people make their own (those that are crafty have no trouble). There is even a thread somewhere with the directions on how to make one.

[dstevens]

Something to help you while you "Dream" for the next year.
DREAM WEAVER
(sing to the tune of the same song)
Disney Dream
I've just closed my eyes again
Climbed aboard the Dream weaver ship
Captain take away my worries of today
And leave tomorrow behind

Ooh Disney Dream
I believe you can get me through the night
Ooh Disney Dream
I believe we can reach the morning light

Float me high through the oceans blue
Maybe to an astral plane
Cross the oceans of fantasy
Help me to forget todays pain

Ooh Disney Dream
I believe you can get me through the night
Ooh Disney Dream
I believe we can reach the morning light

Though the dawn may be coming soon
There still may be some time
Float me away to the bright side of the moon
And meet me on the other side

Ooh Disney Dream
I believe you can get me through the night
Ooh Disney Dream
I believe we can reach the morning light
Disney Dream
Disney Dream
Disney Dream

Modified lyrics of song by Gary Wright

[debsters41]

Hello! We are (kinda) back in Athens getting ready for back to school! (Yuk, if I want to pay off my vacation before I go it means back to 7 days a week, 4-10 hours a day) I only hope I can find that much work!:rotfl: Anyway, way to go Disney for releasing free dining! I was hoping for it to start August 14th, but ok, I'll take what I can get. SO, we are booked from the 19th to the 28th at Pop Century. Why the 28th? because I actually bit the bullet and booked the 4 night before this one. I must be insane! Actually, my daughter practically begged me too. She hadn't realised we were sailing on the Dream! She must have thought that I was sick and sadistic showing her all the Dream teaser videos :confused3. I don't know. So, here's to the students (and teachers, for that matter) among us: Good luck on your next school year!:wizard::cheer2:

[boundfordisney]

Glad to hear you are booked b2b as well .There seems to be a few of us doing b2b I managed to get the same stateroom so it works out great, my daughter is also b2b but will upgrade to a bacony from an oceanview for this part of the cruise. It was such a great price that we just couldnt resist!:)

[pjstevens]

Wow it's been two weeks since I checked in. Keep missing those updates, sorry.

Good job on the song honey, I had to actually Google it, cause I couldn't remember that, but once the tune started, I did.

Deb, I'm so jealous of you adding on to your cruise.

I just went back to school this summer. We booked our upcoming trip to the World back in January and this cruise back in March, BEFORE I decided to take the plunge and go to college. I'm missing the last full week of class the end of November. Then looking at the college calendar for next year, I'll miss a week right after the semester starts! I hope my teachers are understanding.

We are ALMOST at the one year mark!!!! :cool1::cool1: I cannot wait for this cruise. I keep checking for updates on the ship (not as often as I'd like).

Hope you all have a good weekend.

[pjstevens]

One Year!!!!!!

:jumping1:party:

[debsters41]

One Year!!!!!!

:jumping1:party:

Yeah, what she said! :lmao:

[dstevens]

1 year equals 1-Thanksgiving, 1-Christmas, 1-New Year, how many inches of snow, 1-Easter, 1-end of the school year, maybe a graduation, 1-fourth of July, 1-fall-winter-spring and summer come and gone and finally the start of a whole new school year. When you look at it that way it seems like a life time away. :confused3

[debsters41]

Pat, is Dale a 'cup half empty' kind of guy?

One year means 365 days of anticipation

"Will I actually try the escargot this time?"
"I wonder when they will be posting the first navigators."
"OK, I still have a year to lose a couple pounds."
"I must remember to order a mickey bar, I can't believe I haven't tried one yet."
and I could go all night (not to say year) thinking about every wonderful moment!

When you plan and 'dream' about it, it almost seems as if we are already there!:cloud9:

[pjstevens]

Pat, is Dale a 'cup half empty' kind of guy?

One year means 365 days of anticipation

"Will I actually try the escargot this time?"
"I wonder when they will be posting the first navigators."
"OK, I still have a year to lose a couple pounds."
"I must remember to order a mickey bar, I can't believe I haven't tried one yet."
and I could go all night (not to say year) thinking about every wonderful moment!

When you plan and 'dream' about it, it almost seems as if we are already there!:cloud9:

Deb,

Dale loves the anticipation! He thinks it is still so far away. I remember when we booked back in March, wow, five months have FLOWN by! I too cannot wait for some of the Dream stuff to post!

[pjstevens]

Well, we just added another trip in before the cruise. Dale and I are going to WDW in January to do the full marathon. We did the 1/2 this past January. Praying for slightly warmer temps this year.

[realfam]

We just returned home from WDW trip and cruise on the Wonder. It was absolutely amazing!!!
I too will be there in January. I'm doing the 1/2 marathon (not ready for a full yet). Maybe next year. This trip will be an adult only trip (no kids), so I'm gonna be able to do alot of things I'm normally not allowed too.

Well, we just added another trip in before the cruise. Dale and I are going to WDW in January to do the full marathon. We did the 1/2 this past January. Praying for slightly warmer temps this year.

[pjstevens]

We just returned home from WDW trip and cruise on the Wonder. It was absolutely amazing!!!
I too will be there in January. I'm doing the 1/2 marathon (not ready for a full yet). Maybe next year. This trip will be an adult only trip (no kids), so I'm gonna be able to do alot of things I'm normally not allowed too.

Wow, Alex, I'm so jealous. We had originally planned on being at the World this past week, but that didn't pan out.

Are you a runner? I 'try' to run, but spend a lot of time walking. I'll tell you, there is no race like a Disney race! It's an amazing experience.

[realfam]

Wow, Alex, I'm so jealous. We had originally planned on being at the World this past week, but that didn't pan out.

Are you a runner? I 'try' to run, but spend a lot of time walking. I'll tell you, there is no race like a Disney race! It's an amazing experience.

Yes, I started running this past feb. and have run a few 5ks, 10ks, and 1/4 marathons this summer. I running my first half in 5 weeks (Niagara Falls marathon 1/2) and then the Disney in january. I have also done the Castaway Cay run as well. Its a must on this next cruise! I think I will try the Wine and Dine marathon in 2011.

[pjstevens]

Yes, I started running this past feb. and have run a few 5ks, 10ks, and 1/4 marathons this summer. I running my first half in 5 weeks (Niagara Falls marathon 1/2) and then the Disney in january. I have also done the Castaway Cay run as well. Its a must on this next cruise! I think I will try the Wine and Dine marathon in 2011.

Good for you! I want to run, but I'm so slow it's more a snails pace. Dale likes to run with me, but he's got legs way longer than mine, so he can walk while I'm exerting all my energy 'running'! Our dd who is cruising with us next September is a runner. She made it into the NYC marathon for this year, so she may be real interested in the Castaway Cay run.

[debsters41]

Hello again! I think you guys are fabulous for running! :cool1: I don't mind walking all day but I can't get the hang of running. I also have an achy hip lately, so I am afraid to even start! Kudos for running the Marathons!

[debsters41]

:scared1: and not just any thread, but a cruise meet thread!!! I guess some of you guys are in training for the marathons... I myself am in training for the 3 weeks of utter gluttony I plan to indulge in next year:rotfl: Actually, I am 'trying' to lose weight.

So, what's new?? I am back to work now, crazy hours hopefully to come to pay for said gluttonous vacation!

How does everyone keep 'Dreaming' about the cruise when mired in work? I am trying to find nice reggae music to listen to, any suggestions?

Somebody please respond, I hate it when I kill threads!:rolleyes1 Otherwise, Happy Autumn everyone!:cheer2:

[realfam]

Well trust me Debbie, if you wanna be a glutton....its real easy to do while aboard a DCL ship. Well, at least I'm good at doing it! Hence thats why I run.
Music, pictures and websurfing are probably the best way to keep your Dream vacation alive......I'm not sure if this is your first Disney cruise but man are they addictive..... Were always counting the days until our next.

Here's a link to our most recent vacation a few weeks ago where we stayed at Animal Kingdom Lodge and did a cruise on the Wonder. There's a bunch of cruise pics that'll get you through the day

http://s253.photobucket.com/albums/hh75/alexriehle/August%202010%20AKV%20and%20%20DCL%20Wonder/

Cheers
Alex

:scared1: and not just any thread, but a cruise meet thread!!! I guess some of you guys are in training for the marathons... I myself am in training for the 3 weeks of utter gluttony I plan to indulge in next year:rotfl: Actually, I am 'trying' to lose weight.

So, what's new?? I am back to work now, crazy hours hopefully to come to pay for said gluttonous vacation!

How does everyone keep 'Dreaming' about the cruise when mired in work? I am trying to find nice reggae music to listen to, any suggestions?

Somebody please respond, I hate it when I kill threads!:rolleyes1 Otherwise, Happy Autumn everyone!:cheer2:

[pjstevens]

Debbie, you aren't a thread killer. I had actually typed out a post after yours, but we've had so much trouble with our internet that once again, it was lost.

Alex, love the pics of your family! Looks like you had a great trip! AKV is our 'home' for DVC. We'll be staying there the end of November. Can't wait.

As for the cruise, I am so wishing the days would just fly by. Can't wait til after the inaugural cruise to see lots of 'real' photos!

[Joy]

Nice Pics Alex. Thanks for sharing. When were you at the AKL?? We were at AKL concierge leve August 21-27. I miss Disney!!!

[pjstevens]

http://s253.photobucket.com/albums/hh75/alexriehle/August%202010%20AKV%20and%20%20DCL%20Wonder/

Cheers
Alex

Alex, oh my for those rough waves! Was there a hurricane nearby? When we cruised in 2008, we went 'around' one and one night the waves were so bad, I was swaying. We weren't up near the pools, so I have no idea what they looked like.

[realfam]

Were back on Dec 4th. 3nights at SSR an then 5 nights at AKV



Debbie, you aren't a thread killer. I had actually typed out a post after yours, but we've had so much trouble with our internet that once again, it was lost.

Alex, love the pics of your family! Looks like you had a great trip! AKV is our 'home' for DVC. We'll be staying there the end of November. Can't wait.

As for the cruise, I am so wishing the days would just fly by. Can't wait til after the inaugural cruise to see lots of 'real' photos!

[realfam]

You just missed us. We checked in AKV CL on the 28th! And headed to the Wonder on Sept 2

Nice Pics Alex. Thanks for sharing. When were you at the AKL?? We were at AKL concierge leve August 21-27. I miss Disney!!!

[realfam]

Yep!!!!! That was the tail end of Hurricane Earl. The oceans were very rough coming out of Port Canaveral. (We nicnamed it hearl, for obvious reasons) Rough seas doesn't bother us at all, but I felt bad for alot of those that were on their first cruise and nervous of rough seas. That was the roughest weve ever experienced and we sailed past another hurricane in oct 2008 and way rougher than our Transatlantic.



Alex, oh my for those rough waves! Was there a hurricane nearby? When we cruised in 2008, we went 'around' one and one night the waves were so bad, I was swaying. We weren't up near the pools, so I have no idea what they looked like.

[pjstevens]

Were back on Dec 4th. 3nights at SSR an then 5 nights at AKV

We'll just miss you, we'll be at AKV 11/29-12/4, then we're at SSR 1/7-1/10 (for the marathon). Haven't stayed at SSR before, but was only thing available for the entire stay.

[realfam]

Oh my,,, this is so funny.... I'm probably staying at Port Orleans from jan -6to11th for the marathon. Weve stayed at SSR many times and also love it there. Very different from some of the other DVC resorts. Very relaxing!!!! Great access to DTD. Unforetunately the marathon weekend is not a DVC vacation for me since I'm not going with the family but a group of friends instead. The bright side to that is that I'm headed back to WDW to stay at AKV on jan22 with the family.


We'll just miss you, we'll be at AKV 11/29-12/4, then we're at SSR 1/7-1/10 (for the marathon). Haven't stayed at SSR before, but was only thing available for the entire stay.

[pjstevens]

Oh my,,, this is so funny.... I'm probably staying at Port Orleans from jan -6to11th for the marathon. Weve stayed at SSR many times and also love it there. Very different from some of the other DVC resorts. Very relaxing!!!! Great access to DTD. Unforetunately the marathon weekend is not a DVC vacation for me since I'm not going with the family but a group of friends instead. The bright side to that is that I'm headed back to WDW to stay at AKV on jan22 with the family.

Alex, can I just say I AM JEALOUS!!! Two trips the same month. That's great. I assume you are a DVC member? What is your 'home' resort. We just bought in two years ago (kicking ourselves for not looking into it sooner, especially when our dd was a cm there).

[realfam]

Yes, we are very proud DVC members!!! We absolutely love it! We have two home resorts. AKV and SSR and talking about adding a third into the mix.
Being a member has really opend up many opportinities for us to travel down the WDW several times year. How can you not luv it. Although we do not use our DVC for DCL. I don't see the value.
We'd love for our eldest DD to do the same program as yours but its a little more tricky since were canadians:confused3
Funny enough we have made some great friends from all over north america through our DVC trips and some of us always travel at the same time of year so we get together once or twice a year in the World


Alex, can I just say I AM JEALOUS!!! Two trips the same month. That's great. I assume you are a DVC member? What is your 'home' resort. We just bought in two years ago (kicking ourselves for not looking into it sooner, especially when our dd was a cm there).

[pjstevens]

We'd love for our eldest DD to do the same program as yours but its a little more tricky since were canadians:confused3

I think as Canadian, that would make her an 'international' student and they have to commit to a full year (at least that's how it was a few years ago). I'll tell, it was the most amazing experience for our dd and she has friends from around the world that she met there. I would suggest it to any college student who loves Disney.

[realfam]

Oh my daughter wouln't have problem committing to a year... she luvs Disney. Getting her home woul be the problem.
Certainly pass along any tips or info you may have on this program it woul be greatly appreciate. DD is only in first year high school so there is plenty of time, but she is very very goal oriented.
How about me????? I'd like to do it:banana::banana: LOL

I think as Canadian, that would make her an 'international' student and they have to commit to a full year (at least that's how it was a few years ago). I'll tell, it was the most amazing experience for our dd and she has friends from around the world that she met there. I would suggest it to any college student who loves Disney.

[pjstevens]

Oh my daughter wouln't have problem committing to a year... she luvs Disney. Getting her home woul be the problem.
Certainly pass along any tips or info you may have on this program it woul be greatly appreciate. DD is only in first year high school so there is plenty of time, but she is very very goal oriented.
How about me????? I'd like to do it:banana::banana: LOL

Alex, I made friends with another CP mom and we both said that so often, how much we'd love to do the program :)

[debsters41]

I wonder how many adults went back to school just so they could join the Disney College Program??:rotfl:

[realfam]

Were allowed to do that:rotfl2:

I wonder how many adults went back to school just so they could join the Disney College Program??:rotfl:

[pjstevens]

As much as I'd love to do that, I don't think I could leave my family for four+ months.

[boundfordisney]

Love the pics Realfam! Well we have cancelled our b2b the 4 night part and are just doin the 3 night. We are staying at the cbr for 6 nights before the cruise, with the grandkids starting back to school this was the only option with staying at disney as well.Also now have a friend joining up with us, it will be her first cruise and first trip to disney. Dh and I are booked on the 7 night eastern Jan 29 . just the 2 of us for that one! Im just a little nervous about the cruise on the dream with the weather, its got me wondering if we should change the date to December when the kids are out of shool for xmas holidays,especially since this is a first time cruise for the rest of my family other then 2 of my granchildren we took last November. I guess its just a hit and miss and have to hope for lots of pixie dust for calm seas!:cool1:

[pjstevens]

Im just a little nervous about the cruise on the dream with the weather, its got me wondering if we should change the date to December when the kids are out of shool for xmas holidays,especially since this is a first time cruise for the rest of my family other then 2 of my granchildren we took last November. I guess its just a hit and miss and have to hope for lots of pixie dust for calm seas!:cool1:

First off, sorry you had to cancel your b2b. Some day we hope to do one, but it's just too much right now.

As for canceling the September trip for December, it's a personal preference. September is a LOT less expensive than December. We worried about the storms the year we cruised and flew in the day before to be safe, but it looks like you'll already be in Orlando for your pre-cruise trip. Other than the one night when it was real rocky, we never knew there was a hurricane out there. We had beautiful sunny skies. It is hotter in September than December. unfortunately. Hope you don't cancel, but I can understand your fears.

[ThereYouSeeHer]

Love the pics Realfam! Well we have cancelled our b2b the 4 night part and are just doin the 3 night. We are staying at the cbr for 6 nights before the cruise, with the grandkids starting back to school this was the only option with staying at disney as well.Also now have a friend joining up with us, it will be her first cruise and first trip to disney. Dh and I are booked on the 7 night eastern Jan 29 . just the 2 of us for that one! Im just a little nervous about the cruise on the dream with the weather, its got me wondering if we should change the date to December when the kids are out of shool for xmas holidays,especially since this is a first time cruise for the rest of my family other then 2 of my granchildren we took last November. I guess its just a hit and miss and have to hope for lots of pixie dust for calm seas!:cool1:We originally had the same question about December versus September, but ultimately decided September would work best. As the pp mentioned, the cost is significantly different. We would have purchased an inside stateroom in December for about the same cost as our verandah room in September. Also, in terms of weather, I was more concerned about December snow storms than September hurricanes. We get ice storms in North Carolina, which makes driving tricky. And for those who would be flying, airport delays could put a real kink in your plans! Cruise ships can always navigate around storms, but it's hard to navigate around ice and snow! In addition, I was very concerned about being confined on a cruise ship during flu season in December. So for all those reasons, we chose September, even though my daughter will be missing the early part of the school year.

But it is a personal preference, so best wishes with whatever you choose!

[boundfordisney]

well so far I think we are gonna stay with August and hope for the best,it is a better deal and we are getting a balcony which if we chose December we may not have gotten. Im probably worrying for nothing as it really is only the grandkids Im worried about being scared. But then again they will be having so much fun they may not even take notice lol:goodvibes Thanks for all your comments I do feel better after reading them:thumbsup2

[pjstevens]

well so far I think we are gonna stay with August and hope for the best,it is a better deal and we are getting a balcony which if we chose December we may not have gotten. Im probably worrying for nothing as it really is only the grandkids Im worried about being scared. But then again they will be having so much fun they may not even take notice lol:goodvibes Thanks for all your comments I do feel better after reading them:thumbsup2

Glad our little tips were able to help calm come of your fears.

[realfam]

We have cruised several times just after labour day and don't let hurricane season bother you. We think its the best time of year to cruise. Our experiences have shown us that if we get into rough waters the captain and crew has sailed us through them tosmooth water with in a few hours. We have also experienced the crew while navigate the ship to stay away from rain. So there's always Disney magic happening!
No worries.....

[boundfordisney]

Yes my mind is made up, we are sticking to this date! Thanks for all the input it has made a difference and helped me make the final decision. I know the weather may be a factor but we will hope for suuny skies and smooth sailing!

[pjstevens]

Yes my mind is made up, we are sticking to this date! Thanks for all the input it has made a difference and helped me make the final decision. I know the weather may be a factor but we will hope for suuny skies and smooth sailing!

Glad you are staying with us! :goodvibes

[ladyleslie]

So we thought about it and thought about it.....

what the heck - back to back!!!!!

So We (grammy, dd and I) will be doing the 4 days before and come right back on for this one!!!!

Realfam - pleasure to be cruisin with you again - no joke - the cd you left in my FE last cruise, is in my computer right now!!!! (grammy and I fight over custody of it) Your pics are awesome!!! (How sick did ya get that first night the pool water wouldnt stay in the pool?? that was bad for us)

I only got a breif chance to skim the board as I just booked this cruise and then of course had to run over here to share my excietment!!!

So if there is a FE sign me up!!! If there are other back-2-backers - whoo hoo - cant wait to meet ya (is it really oaky to be this excited about a vacation 324 days away???

[pjstevens]

Welcome aboard!!! So excited that we have others joining our cruise thread. Please introduce yourself. I'll update the first post with names and other info which will come in handy when we decide who will be participating in the FE!

And it is REALLY OK TO BE THAT EXCITED!!! I am too!

So we thought about it and thought about it.....

what the heck - back to back!!!!!

So We (grammy, dd and I) will be doing the 4 days before and come right back on for this one!!!!

Realfam - pleasure to be cruisin with you again - no joke - the cd you left in my FE last cruise, is in my computer right now!!!! (grammy and I fight over custody of it) Your pics are awesome!!! (How sick did ya get that first night the pool water wouldnt stay in the pool?? that was bad for us)

I only got a breif chance to skim the board as I just booked this cruise and then of course had to run over here to share my excietment!!!

So if there is a FE sign me up!!! If there are other back-2-backers - whoo hoo - cant wait to meet ya (is it really oaky to be this excited about a vacation 324 days away???

[realfam]

All right ladyleslie!!! Good for you on deciding to do the back to back......were doing it as well!
Our family had no problems with the rough seas, we had an early sitting for dinner so we were in the dinning room filling our faces while others were being sick.......
Its good to be sailing with you too again, I must say the FE group lat months was crazy considering there was only about 5 of us.
My family will always jump at the opporunity to do FE, as your listenig to our CD we have got the home made DCL piggy bank (not sure who made it) in our kitchen for all of our next cruise(s). Always looking forward to our next cruise.
Were waiting for DCL to announce there 2012 dates so we can make /transfer (the dummy date we booked in sept) . I think will book the week before labour day 2012 again. Great time to sail! The earlier you book, the cheaper it is.

So we thought about it and thought about it.....

what the heck - back to back!!!!!

So We (grammy, dd and I) will be doing the 4 days before and come right back on for this one!!!!

Realfam - pleasure to be cruisin with you again - no joke - the cd you left in my FE last cruise, is in my computer right now!!!! (grammy and I fight over custody of it) Your pics are awesome!!! (How sick did ya get that first night the pool water wouldnt stay in the pool?? that was bad for us)

I only got a breif chance to skim the board as I just booked this cruise and then of course had to run over here to share my excietment!!!

So if there is a FE sign me up!!! If there are other back-2-backers - whoo hoo - cant wait to meet ya (is it really oaky to be this excited about a vacation 324 days away???

[ladyleslie]

All right ladyleslie!!! Good for you on deciding to do the back to back......were doing it as well!
Our family had no problems with the rough seas, we had an early sitting for dinner so we were in the dinning room filling our faces while others were being sick.......
Its good to be sailing with you too again, I must say the FE group lat months was crazy considering there was only about 5 of us.
My family will always jump at the opporunity to do FE, as your listenig to our CD we have got the home made DCL piggy bank (not sure who made it) in our kitchen for all of our next cruise(s). Always looking forward to our next cruise.
Were waiting for DCL to announce there 2012 dates so we can make /transfer (the dummy date we booked in sept) . I think will book the week before labour day 2012 again. Great time to sail! The earlier you book, the cheaper it is.


I was so worried they wouldn't go over wellI am so glad you liked the piggy bank - I had such a hard time with it - wanting to be crafty but having not a crafty bone on my body - and mailing them ahead of time was some nail biting moments .......

[debsters41]

Welcome Ladyleslie! I agree with you on the 'what the heck' part. I too hem and haw at times that I won't keep the back 2 back, but I think we all know in the end things have to be really drastic to cancel a DCL cruise!:rotfl: Anyway, come what may this leg of my vacation I won't cancel, no matter what. Also, as luck would have it, I will be up in your neck of the woods the last week of July! :hippie: Welcome aboard!

[jackie721red]

We just booked our first ever cruise on the Dream. We are very excited. It will be me, DH and DD (she is 20 will be 21) .I have been reading about the fish extender(what a great idea,sounds like fun, count me in)and all things Disney /Disney Cruise Line..to the point of obsession lol. I am looking forward to meeting you all. :cheer2:

[TorontoGirl]

Hi Everyone!

I haven't read through the whole thread yet but I wanted to let you know that my DH and I will be booking this cruise as part of my "B2B on the Dream Birthday Celebration! Sep 1-4 & 4-8 in the Bahamas"!

I leave in 4 days for my 7 Night Eastern and will be booking on the ship! My info is below and I would love to do FE's - I am doing them for this cruise and have had SO much fun just getting ready...I'm sure I will love it once I actually start exchanging!

DISname: TorontoGirl, DW - Tarin, DH - Donny

[realfam]

Hi Everyone!

I haven't read through the whole thread yet but I wanted to let you know that my DH and I will be booking this cruise as part of my "B2B on the Dream Birthday Celebration! Sep 1-4 & 4-8 in the Bahamas"!

I leave in 4 days for my 7 Night Eastern and will be booking on the ship! My info is below and I would love to do FE's - I am doing them for this cruise and have had SO much fun just getting ready...I'm sure I will love it once I actually start exchanging!

DISname: TorontoGirl, DW - Tarin, DH - Donny

Welcome aboard neighbor! Yeh more Canadians!!!! or should I say eh:thumbsup2

[jackie721red]

Hello all :banana:

So many sleeps left before sept 1,this will be our first ever cruise,so happy its with Disney..we are doing wdw aug25 to sept 1 as well.
Me-Jackie, DH-Greg and DD-Megan.

[realfam]

Wow,, more Canadians eh!

Anyone else booking dates for the Fantasy starting tomorrow. We are. Were sitting with a dummy date waiting to transfer. Were planning on doing the Fantasy August 2012 (now that seems far away, ships not even started yet)

[debsters41]

It sure seems quiet here. Did anyone catch the float out? I watched a time lapse on YouTube. It's so exciting! I was also excited to hear about the shows, but not so excited to hear about the 75$ Remy price tag. WOW! I bet is an unforgettable experience, though.

I am hoping to book a dummy date when on the cruise for a med cruise sometime in 2013, or even 2012 if I can work it out, but I will have a daughter starting University then (hopefully!) so I don't want to commit really to anything. I love the anticipation!:goodvibes

[realfam]

It sure seems quiet here. Did anyone catch the float out? I watched a time lapse on YouTube. It's so exciting! I was also excited to hear about the shows, but not so excited to hear about the 75$ Remy price tag. WOW! I bet is an unforgettable experience, though.

I am hoping to book a dummy date when on the cruise for a med cruise sometime in 2013, or even 2012 if I can work it out, but I will have a daughter starting University then (hopefully!) so I don't want to commit really to anything. I love the anticipation!:goodvibes


We watched the float out, here a great video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pb8hnubbX2I

[jackie721red]

thanks for the video link,awesome...

yes,it is very quiet here..

I also was very excited to see the info on the shows for the dream,wow,looks amazing...

wish sept was closer..

[pjstevens]

Wow, I cannot believe I haven't been on in this long. Life has been so busy, with my college classes and work and home. I am so sorry I missed a couple new folks.

Welcome to our group Jackie and Tarin (and families)!!!

Jackie, our dd will be 23 and our ds will be 20 when we cruise, so it's good to know that there will be some others their age.

Tarin, Hope you had an awesome cruise and hope you'll share some of it with us.

I'll update the first post. If you haven't given me your info, please post it so we can put names with 'disnames' when we meet.

[pjstevens]

It sure seems quiet here. Did anyone catch the float out? I watched a time lapse on YouTube. It's so exciting! I was also excited to hear about the shows, but not so excited to hear about the 75$ Remy price tag. WOW! I bet is an unforgettable experience, though.

I am hoping to book a dummy date when on the cruise for a med cruise sometime in 2013, or even 2012 if I can work it out, but I will have a daughter starting University then (hopefully!) so I don't want to commit really to anything. I love the anticipation!:goodvibes

$75!!! Wow. I've been MIA for a few weeks so I've obviously missed some updated info.

[jackie721red]

hi all greg here now , i must say after reading all the post on here about personale experiences on disney cruises and getting jackie to tell me what all the abreviations mean lol , i am bitten lol
and looking forward just as much as jackie for our first cruise , verry much looking forward to the veranda late at night ,.
also looking forward to meeting you all . over these past few weeks i often wondered what all the fuss was about , lol but like i said now that i have read and seen i am def bitten by the disney cruise bug. now gotta figure out all the abreviations lol

greg

[debsters41]

Thank you Realfam for that wonderful video! I teared up with the horn! Did anyone else? I am still all teary. It seems so silly but ohmygosh!:love:

[pjstevens]

hi all greg here now , i must say after reading all the post on here about personale experiences on disney cruises and getting jackie to tell me what all the abreviations mean lol , i am bitten lol
and looking forward just as much as jackie for our first cruise , verry much looking forward to the veranda late at night ,.
also looking forward to meeting you all . over these past few weeks i often wondered what all the fuss was about , lol but like i said now that i have read and seen i am def bitten by the disney cruise bug. now gotta figure out all the abreviations lol

greg

Greg, welcome. My hubby is on here too, but I made him get his own Disname, lol. If you have any questions on abbreviations, just yell. We all had to learn somewhere. We had a veranda on our first (and only) Disney cruise two years ago. We kept trying to keep our trip next September 'affordable' but we had to finally break down and upgrade to the veranda. I think you'll love it.

Thank you Realfam for that wonderful video! I teared up with the horn! Did anyone else? I am still all teary. It seems so silly but ohmygosh!:love:

Alex, thanks for posting that video. I've been so absent from the boards, I didn't even realize the ship was done! Where have I been.

Deb, I LOVE to hear that horn.

[ThereYouSeeHer]

We watched the float out, here a great video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pb8hnubbX2ITears and chills! That was so neat!

[dstevens]

Viddler.com - First Look at the Disney Dream's AquaDuck Water Coaster - Uploaded by disneyparks
http://www.viddler.com/explore/disneypar...
First Look at the Disney Dream's AquaDuck Water Coaster
Found this on Facebook look it up for a preview of the AguaDuck.

[dstevens]

Welcome to all our new friends.:cool1: It seems like forever before the big day, but i promise you when it arrives it will arrive quickly. If that makes sense. Has anybody started planning on when they are arriving and where they are staying before the cruise?:confused3 Several years ago for our first cruise we stayed at the Radisson at the Port. It was acceptable. Nothing great or bad. It was just for the one night and a place to leave the car. As our "Dream " starts to materialize we should plan on a meet up.

[pjstevens]

If you have not seen these pics yet, you have to look at them.

Disney Cruise Line's Disney Dream (http://travel.usatoday.com/gallery/Disney-Cruise-Line%27s-Disney-Dream/A7859)

Real photos, not renditions :)

[debsters41]

:woohoo: is all I can say (do) after watching the pictures and the video!!! Thanks for both!

I am about half way in planning my activities for before and after the cruise, meaning I know pretty much where I will be sleeping each night for the month prior and how I will be travelling from place to place, but not details yet like sights, parks, etc.:hippie::cool1: We will be in NYC for about 10 days end of July, beginning of August (well, Staten Island, actually. it is considered nyc, I think :rolleyes1) I haven't figured out which day to go to the new Disney store, but when I do I will be there 3 - 4 hours at least! :rotfl: Then we are off to the treasure coast for another 9 or so days, then a 3 night on Carnival with family, then 2 weeks in Orlando, then the dream on the 28th!!! Yes, I have decided to keep the b2b! I tell my daughter that we won't need to eat our first 3 weeks in America, because we will eat so much the last 2!!! (QSFD at Disney). After the cruise we have to skedaddle (sp?) on the first bus transfer out of Canaveral because we have an early flight booked back to Newark, NJ. via Detroit!:confused3 who cares, it was cheap! :lmao: Anywho.... Those are my plans and I am willing to meet with anyone who will be at the same place at the same time:laughing::dance3: (why isn't there any drinking with friends smilie? :confused3);)

[cogero]

DH finally received the vacation picks for next year so we were finally able to book. We were originally trying for the 8/25 cruise but they had no room for what we wanted but DVC helped us find a room on 9/1

We upgraded tp a balcony room this is our incentive cruise for Adding on.

So we will be going from WDW to the cruise.

Excited to do this.

Need to get on the stick with potty training the boy.

[pjstevens]

DH finally received the vacation picks for next year so we were finally able to book. We were originally trying for the 8/25 cruise but they had no room for what we wanted but DVC helped us find a room on 9/1

We upgraded tp a balcony room this is our incentive cruise for Adding on.

So we will be going from WDW to the cruise.

Excited to do this.

Need to get on the stick with potty training the boy.

Chiara,

Welcome aboard! Your name looks familiar (and not a common one), did you do a Photopass share with me either through the DIS or TGM?

So excited to have more joining our group. We are beyond excited and cannot wait for next September!

Thankfully, we have a trip in 18 days :banana::banana::banana::banana: and that can't get here soon enough. I so need a Mickey break.

I think you'll LOVE the balcony, we did on our first cruise and now we are spoiled and don't want to do one without the balcony.

[pjstevens]

We will be in NYC for about 10 days end of July, beginning of August (well, Staten Island, actually. it is considered nyc, I think :rolleyes1) I haven't figured out which day to go to the new Disney store, but when I do I will be there 3 - 4 hours at least! :rotfl: Then we are off to the treasure coast for another 9 or so days, then a 3 night on Carnival with family, then 2 weeks in Orlando, then the dream on the 28th!!! Yes, I have decided to keep the b2b! I tell my daughter that we won't need to eat our first 3 weeks in America, because we will eat so much the last 2!!! (QSFD at Disney).

Wow, that is going to be one awesome vacation!

[daraddg]

Hi all,just booked for this trip yesturday but my booking is still just "on hold" I have 4 days left to make my deposit.I went on 1 cruise before and that was in 1994 in June,we did go through a storm then but we were so tired from clubbing the night before we slept through it.I really want to do this trip with my daughters (7&10) but am getting cold feet about the hurricain season.Are any of you regular cruisers for this season?Anyone that can talk me into this would be great :)
I accidentally came across 2 videos on youtube during storms that freaked me out alittle.One was just footage of a Disney cruise and the water splashing out of the pool but looked rough and another was some other cruise line and a rescue copter was filming as it almost capsized....has that ever happened on a Disney Cruise?I am worried about traveling alone with 2 little ones in an emergency like that.:scared1:

[dstevens]

Hi all,just booked for this trip yesturday but my booking is still just "on hold" I have 4 days left to make my deposit.I went on 1 cruise before and that was in 1994 in June,we did go through a storm then but we were so tired from clubbing the night before we slept through it.I really want to do this trip with my daughters (7&10) but am getting cold feet about the hurricain season.Are any of you regular cruisers for this season?Anyone that can talk me into this would be great :)
I accidentally came across 2 videos on youtube during storms that freaked me out alittle.One was just footage of a Disney cruise and the water splashing out of the pool but looked rough and another was some other cruise line and a rescue copter was filming as it almost capsized....has that ever happened on a Disney Cruise?I am worried about traveling alone with 2 little ones in an emergency like that.:scared1:
We cruised several years ago during Katrina season on The Wonder and the Captain steered us around the storms. We did have some rough waters but nothing serious.

[cogero]

Chiara,

Welcome aboard! Your name looks familiar (and not a common one), did you do a Photopass share with me either through the DIS or TGM?

So excited to have more joining our group. We are beyond excited and cannot wait for next September!

Thankfully, we have a trip in 18 days :banana::banana::banana::banana: and that can't get here soon enough. I so need a Mickey break.

I think you'll LOVE the balcony, we did on our first cruise and now we are spoiled and don't want to do one without the balcony.


Yep I did a Photopass share on TGM in January with you and I think you are in my AVC and December club over there.

[pjstevens]

Yep I did a Photopass share on TGM in January with you and I think you are in my AVC and December club over there.

I thought that was you :)

[daraddg]

Ok, so putting fears aside and decided we will be joining you all! I'd love to get in on the fish extenders! This will be my 1st Disney cruise and I am traveling with my DD's (7&10) Can't wait!:yay:

[pjstevens]

Ok, so putting fears aside and decided we will be joining you all! I'd love to get in on the fish extenders! This will be my 1st Disney cruise and I am traveling with my DD's (7&10) Can't wait!:yay:


I am so glad you decided to join us. I'm sure you'll have an amazing time. When you get time, introduce yourself and your group to us. I'll then add your info to the first post of the thread.

[daraddg]

Thanks! Hello all we are The Giannotti's My name is Dara I'm 40 and a widow.I will be traveling with my 2 daughters Cecilia(10) and Gracie(7) (those are the ages they will be on the trip) Grace is a cancer warrior and we are taking a big family vacation to celebrate being off all treatment for a year as well as both their bdays.(they are in June but we decided to do a big trip instead of parties)
I have been to WDW various times during my life as well as my honeymoon,my 1st time I was 13YO.I took the kids for their 1st time while we were in Jacksonville fl getting Grace radiation treatment at the Proton center in June-July 2009,Because of the circumstances I felt it was very importanat to make sure she got to see magic kingdom so we went for just 1 day.Then we went down again over halloween/jersey week in 2009 thanks to Make a Wish.We are due down there in Jax for a check up in Aug 2011 so can't go to Florida with out a trip to see Mickey! We will be at WDW from Aug 25-31st at CSR before heading to the Dream .
I never considered the cruise but my daughter saw me looking at pictures and begged to go so I cut our original 10 day trip to WL down to make room for the cruise :) We can't wait!
My mom Karen (Banik) may also be joining us she is checking with work tomorrow to see if she can get the time off

[pjstevens]

Thanks! Hello all we are The Giannotti's My name is Dara I'm 40 and a widow.I will be traveling with my 2 daughters Cecilia(10) and Gracie(7) (those are the ages they will be on the trip) Grace is a cancer warrior and we are taking a big family vacation to celebrate being off all treatment for a year as well as both their bdays.(they are in June but we decided to do a big trip instead of parties)

Dara, Welcome to you and your girls. I am so glad to hear that your daughter is doing well. What a great time to take a trip when she is healthy to have such good memories. I will add your info to the first post. That would be great if your mom can join you, but either way, I'm sure you'll have a great time.

[debsters41]

Thanks! Hello all we are The Giannotti's My name is Dara I'm 40 and a widow.I will be traveling with my 2 daughters Cecilia(10) and Gracie(7) (those are the ages they will be on the trip) Grace is a cancer warrior and we are taking a big family vacation to celebrate being off all treatment for a year as well as both their bdays.(they are in June but we decided to do a big trip instead of parties)
I have been to WDW various times during my life as well as my honeymoon,my 1st time I was 13YO.I took the kids for their 1st time while we were in Jacksonville fl getting Grace radiation treatment at the Proton center in June-July 2009,Because of the circumstances I felt it was very importanat to make sure she got to see magic kingdom so we went for just 1 day.Then we went down again over halloween/jersey week in 2009 thanks to Make a Wish.We are due down there in Jax for a check up in Aug 2011 so can't go to Florida with out a trip to see Mickey! We will be at WDW from Aug 25-31st at CSR before heading to the Dream .
I never considered the cruise but my daughter saw me looking at pictures and begged to go so I cut our original 10 day trip to WL down to make room for the cruise :) We can't wait!
My mom Karen (Banik) may also be joining us she is checking with work tomorrow to see if she can get the time off

I sounds like you really deserve to have a celebration indeed! So happy to have you with us!:hug:

[boundfordisney]

Wow lots of new dissers here, havent been on here for a little while. Welcome to all! My other daughter and her family are now book on this cruise as well so that brings my total to 12 of us. Been busy planning our Jan 2011 cruise on the magic and when onboard may book something for when the fantasy sails, really looking forward to being on the dream, it looks awesome!:banana:

[daraddg]

I sounds like you really deserve to have a celebration indeed! So happy to have you with us!:hug:

Thank You glad to be joining you all!:goodvibes

[dstevens]

Thanks! Hello all we are The Giannotti's My name is Dara I'm 40 and a widow.I will be traveling with my 2 daughters Cecilia(10) and Gracie(7) (those are the ages they will be on the trip) Grace is a cancer warrior and we are taking a big family vacation to celebrate being off all treatment for a year as well as both their bdays.(they are in June but we decided to do a big trip instead of parties)
I have been to WDW various times during my life as well as my honeymoon,my 1st time I was 13YO.I took the kids for their 1st time while we were in Jacksonville fl getting Grace radiation treatment at the Proton center in June-July 2009,Because of the circumstances I felt it was very importanat to make sure she got to see magic kingdom so we went for just 1 day.Then we went down again over halloween/jersey week in 2009 thanks to Make a Wish.We are due down there in Jax for a check up in Aug 2011 so can't go to Florida with out a trip to see Mickey! We will be at WDW from Aug 25-31st at CSR before heading to the Dream .
I never considered the cruise but my daughter saw me looking at pictures and begged to go so I cut our original 10 day trip to WL down to make room for the cruise :) We can't wait!
My mom Karen (Banik) may also be joining us she is checking with work tomorrow to see if she can get the time off
Greetings and congrads. :cool1:

[dstevens]

A word of warning to all you new Disney cruising "Dream Weavers", if you look closely on the sides of the Disney cruise ships there is some writing in very fine print.:scared1: The government has made Disney print a health warning on their ships. :sick: It says something to the effect that upon entering the ship people have experienced an euphoric effect that seems to last 3-4-5 days and sometimes longer. :banana:(side note; after 4 hours you do NOT have to see a doctor) Grown men and women have been known to somehow lose their sense of maturity. (They have been seen wearing funny red hats with black ears even though it's not New Years eve and dressing up as Pirates all together on one day). Children actually enjoy spending time away from their parents during the cruises. People have taken on a lethargic attitude during their trip:goodvibes and finally people have, ahem, gained in girth. If you find you have any of these symptoms run, don't walk, to the nearest phone and sign up for another cruise before you revert back to reality. :cool1: Don't say i didn't warn you:laughing:

[pjstevens]

A word of warning to all you new Disney cruising "Dream Weavers", if you look closely on the sides of the Disney cruise ships there is some writing in very fine print.:scared1: The government has made Disney print a health warning on their ships. :sick: It says something to the effect that upon entering the ship people have experienced an euphoric effect that seems to last 3-4-5 days and sometimes longer. :banana:(side note; after 4 hours you do NOT have to see a doctor) Grown men and women have been known to somehow lose their sense of maturity. (They have been seen wearing funny red hats with black ears even though it's not New Years eve and dressing up as Pirates all together on one day). Children actually enjoy spending time away from their parents during the cruises. People have taken on a lethargic attitude during their trip:goodvibes and finally people have, ahem, gained in girth. If you find you have any of these symptoms run, don't walk, to the nearest phone and sign up for another cruise before you revert back to reality. :cool1: Don't say i didn't warn you:laughing:

Too cute honey

[daraddg]

:rotfl:

[debsters41]

:rotfl:

yeah, what she said! :lmao:

[jackie721red]

:rotfl:too funny..

Looking forward to meeting all you fun loving people on the cruise..anyone know how long we have left..lol

[daraddg]

my mom did end up booking with us so can you add Karen to our list Thanks! Right now our reservation says we are room 6098, will that stay or could we end up moved?

[jackie721red]

my mom did end up booking with us so can you add Karen to our list Thanks! Right now our reservation says we are room 6098, will that stay or could we end up moved?

Cool we are room 6090 which is just three staterooms away..and i'm pretty sure your room stays the same...anyway ours is an accessible room and needs to stay that way.

[daraddg]

Cool we are room 6090 which is just three staterooms away..and i'm pretty sure your room stays the same...anyway ours is an accessible room and needs to stay that way.

Nice to meet you neighbor :) ours isn't,accessable it's a family oceanview w/verrandah.I wanted something center of the ship and not too high to hopefully cut back on the chance of sea sickness

[pjstevens]

We are in room 7690 (very back of ship)!

[dstevens]

We are in room 7690 (very back of ship)!
But when we back up we are in the very front. :lmao:

[ladyleslie]

I had to rebook this cruise for 8/25/2010.... so I will not be crusing with you guys....

My school semster for fall 2011 was just released and I didnt want to start classes on a cruise... I did that last year and it was very difficult not to mention expensive (all those internet mins spent on video conferencing.... anyway who wants to be in class when they could be in the walt disney theater enjoying a show!!!)

To my fellow back to backers.... I'll see you the on the 8/28/2011 cruise....

Happy cruising to all of you and happy holidays!!!!

Peace and love....

[debsters41]

I had to rebook this cruise for 8/25/2010.... so I will not be crusing with you guys.... :sad:

My school semster for fall 2011 was just released and I didnt want to start classes on a cruise...:upsidedow I did that last year and it was very difficult not to mention expensive (all those internet mins spent on video conferencing.... anyway who wants to be in class when they could be in the walt disney theater enjoying a show!!!):confused3

To my fellow back to backers.... I'll see you the on the 8/28/2011 cruise....:yay:

Happy cruising to all of you and happy holidays!!!!

Peace and love....

I am not feeling too vocal today :rolleyes1

[pjstevens]

Boy it's been quiet here. We just got back from a wonderful week in Disney and upgraded our tickets to annual passes, so we definitely have to do a few days in the parks after the cruise.

I finished up my fall semester and am going to enjoy the five weeks off til classes start back up in January.

Hope everyone is doing well. Cannot wait for September 1st!!!

[realfam]

hey there,

Were in WDW right now staying at AKV....a bit chilly but were enjoying the christmas season. We too have annual passes. Tomorrow Epcot for us!


Boy it's been quiet here. We just got back from a wonderful week in Disney and upgraded our tickets to annual passes, so we definitely have to do a few days in the parks after the cruise.

I finished up my fall semester and am going to enjoy the five weeks off til classes start back up in January.

Hope everyone is doing well. Cannot wait for September 1st!!!

[ThereYouSeeHer]

Boy it's been quiet here. We just got back from a wonderful week in Disney and upgraded our tickets to annual passes, so we definitely have to do a few days in the parks after the cruise.

I finished up my fall semester and am going to enjoy the five weeks off til classes start back up in January.

Hope everyone is doing well. Cannot wait for September 1st!!!

hey there,

Were in WDW right now staying at AKV....a bit chilly but were enjoying the christmas season. We too have annual passes. Tomorrow Epcot for us!We leave for WDW tomorrow! Yay!

[debsters41]

OK, all you dreamweavers in or just back from WDW...

Jealous! Jealous! Jealous! :laughing:

Come on.. tell us how wonderful it was! :cloud9:

[pjstevens]

Deb,

I started a Trip Report (link in my siggie), No Kids Trip. We had a blast last week. Started the week mid to upper 80's layed by the pool, to having to buy a warmer coat for MVMCP since it was going down to 39 that evening.

Those there right now, have a great time!

[debsters41]

I love the trip report so far and invite all our other cruise buddies to see your fabulous photos! You guys sure look like fun people!:goodvibes

[pjstevens]

I love the trip report so far and invite all our other cruise buddies to see your fabulous photos! You guys sure look like fun people!:goodvibes

Thank you Deb. We really had a great time. I am making a goal of finishing this trip report. It takes me a while some times, but since I'm on winter break from school, I only have work and Christmas to deal with, I should find some time. :rotfl:

[realfam]

Just back from a great day in Epcot! Enjoyed seeing Captain EO
Weather is warming up again, so tomorrow is DHS and AK. I will try and share some pics later.
cheers

Alex

[dstevens]

Just back from a great day in Epcot! Enjoyed seeing Captain EO
Weather is warming up again, so tomorrow is DHS and AK. I will try and share some pics later.
cheers

Alex
We saw it for the first time last week and it was pretty good.:thumbsup2

[pjstevens]

We saw it for the first time last week and it was pretty good.:thumbsup2

I agree. Initially I saw signs for this in Disneland last summer, but not being a big MJ fan, I didn't bother. It was really good and love the 3D.

[cogero]

just checking in here. Been busy getting ready for Christmas and our trip to the world.

We have our first Christmas trip to the world starting next Thursday. I am super excited.

Thanks for the reminder I need to renew our annual passes this week.

[pjstevens]

We've been busy with our grand daughter in the hospital. She was just released this morning so hopefully now I'll get moving on with Christmas and working on my trip report from our trip earlier this month.

Hope everyone is doing well.

[cogero]

Hope Everyone had a Magical Christmas. We wound up staying an extra day in the world, renting a car and driving home due to the blizzard in the North East.

Want to wish youall a Happy New Year.party:

[pjstevens]

Hope Everyone had a Magical Christmas. We wound up staying an extra day in the world, renting a car and driving home due to the blizzard in the North East.

Want to wish youall a Happy New Year.party:

Chiara, I am 'sorry' you had to stay an extra day :) Actually sorry you had to drive home. It was crazy the cancelled flights and delays. We fly out of Philly and the one morning they were say the delays were 2 - 3 DAYS!!! :scared1:

We leave for the World early Friday morning and are praying real hard for no bad weather. Cannot afford a delay with the race that weekend.

Hope you all have a very Happy New Year!

Only eight months and we'll be waiting for the Sail Away Party!!! :cool1:

[debsters41]

Happy New Year! I hope everyone has recovered from their bad weather woes!

[realfam]

Happy New Year all:thumbsup2

Had a nice 10km new year run this morning and now I'm starting to pack for WDW marathon since I leave wednesday......to everyone out there running it. Best of luck to you all, and those of you not running it. Help pray for good weather for us

[boundfordisney]

hope everyone had a great holiday! Been looking at the new backstage videos of the dream it looks awesome! 23 days till I leave for our next cruise on the magic plus 2 nights at the poly, very excited but am really looking forward to being on the new ship Sept 1st!:goodvibes

[pjstevens]

Happy New Year all:thumbsup2

Had a nice 10km new year run this morning and now I'm starting to pack for WDW marathon since I leave wednesday......to everyone out there running it. Best of luck to you all, and those of you not running it. Help pray for good weather for us

Alex, I think the weather is supposed to be a very big improvement over last years. Will you be at the WISH meet Friday afternoon at POP?

[cogero]

Good Luck to you running the marathon.

The drive really was pretty good. We made it to Newark to get our car in about 15 hours. DH drove through the night.

[Va-bear]

Hello All!!!

Finally joining in here! We are booked and ready to go (well, not really ready...ack, gotta get passports, etc., etc.)

It will be my kids (both boys, will be 8 and 12) first cruise - 2nd for DH and me (but that was over 12 years ago and I was HORRIBLY morning sick the entire time [not perfect timing....but great results!]..... it was NOT fun at all!)

Can't wait!!!

Virginia (yes, that is both my name and where I am from....:))

[debsters41]

Hello All!!!

Finally joining in here! We are booked and ready to go (well, not really ready...ack, gotta get passports, etc., etc.)

It will be my kids (both boys, will be 8 and 12) first cruise - 2nd for DH and me (but that was over 12 years ago and I was HORRIBLY morning sick the entire time [not perfect timing....but great results!]..... it was NOT fun at all!)

Can't wait!!!

Virginia (yes, that is both my name and where I am from....:))

Hello and Welcome! I am sure that this cruise will be just as memorable as your first, although hopefully without the sickness!:scared1::cutie: Are you as excited as we are?? :dance3:

[Va-bear]

Hello and Welcome! I am sure that this cruise will be just as memorable as your first, although hopefully without the sickness!:scared1::cutie: Are you as excited as we are?? :dance3:

I'm getting there....really doesnt seem real yet. Hopefully, as we get the rest of our plans together (we will be in Orlando a few days prior - not planned out yet...) things will seem more real.:thumbsup2:)

[pjstevens]

Virginia, welcome to our group. We are looking forward to the cruise.

We just got home last Monday night from Marathon weekend at Disney. Dale and I did our first full marathon. What an amazing experience! The blisters are healing and my swollen feet are getting back to normal and I'm actually considering doing this again! :laughing: I really enjoyed it more than the 1/2 with going through all four parks. I was bad though and only trained to 15 miles (I've been in school, working and dealing with family issues) so training got pushed to the back burner. I want to do it again and do it right. (not sure I'm actually thinking clearly, cause I said (as hubby did), "One and Done" afterwards!

I've started back with school, so dis time is more limited. If anyone comes across a link to the newest photos that came out recently, can you post it here (I couldn't find it). I know the first cruise is coming up so they'll be lots of pics soon, but I'm dying to see what it looks like.

[ThereYouSeeHer]

I've started back with school, so dis time is more limited. If anyone comes across a link to the newest photos that came out recently, can you post it here (I couldn't find it). I know the first cruise is coming up so they'll be lots of pics soon, but I'm dying to see what it looks like.Not sure if you've seen these pictures yet, but here is one link: http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2011/01/disney-dream-getting-ready-for-guests/.

[decked out]

We booked this cruise right after the schedule was announced. My wife is on the disboard as Liz Arjay. We have sons 16, 17 and daughter 14. Just got back from the Southern Caribbean Magic Holiday and am now counting down to this one on the Dream!

[pjstevens]

We booked this cruise right after the schedule was announced. My wife is on the disboard as Liz Arjay. We have sons 16, 17 and daughter 14. Just got back from the Southern Caribbean Magic Holiday and am now counting down to this one on the Dream!

Welcome aboard John and Liz.

[pjstevens]

Not sure if you've seen these pictures yet, but here is one link: http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2011/01/disney-dream-getting-ready-for-guests/.

Thanks for posting the link. I kept missing that. I can't wait to see 'real' pics of those on the inaugural cruise.

[Liz Arjay]

Welcome from us too! You cannot imagine how happy I am to see that another 15 year old DD is coming along! mine will be excited to hear that because on our last cruise there ended up being no teens in the meet group :upsidedow

Hi - Just found this board and will see you all on the Dream! We are: Liz and John ("Decked Out"), and DS16, DS15, and DD13 (although they will be 17, 16, and 14 at time of cruise). We were on the 11 day Christmas cruise to Southern Caribbean (left 1 month ago today!) which was a BLAST, but you can't imagine how much luggage a family of 5 needs for 11 days with 2 formal nights, 2 semi-formal, 1 pirate, tropical night, and all the Christmas stuff to boot! We had an enormous FE group (65!) which was practically a full time job, and a huge suitcase with nothing but FE gifts. But other than the luggage, it was a fantastic cruise. There were many teens, and that group had a wonderful time with some special events of their own - a Homecoming Dance, for example. Also, we were the first cruise (I think) to try out the "Wave phones" which are the new cell phones that work on the ship and on Castaway Cay. They were terrific.

Anyway, now that I have finally unpacked from that trip, we are now looking ahead to our Dream cruise, and happy to have found a DISboard for it!

Looking forward to meeting everyone, and of course not needing 10 suitcases!

Liz :goodvibes

[boundfordisney]

Hi - Just found this board and will see you all on the Dream! We are: Liz and John ("Decked Out"), and DS16, DS15, and DD13 (although they will be 17, 16, and 14 at time of cruise). We were on the 11 day Christmas cruise to Southern Caribbean (left 1 month ago today!) which was a BLAST, but you can't imagine how much luggage a family of 5 needs for 11 days with 2 formal nights, 2 semi-formal, 1 pirate, tropical night, and all the Christmas stuff to boot! We had an enormous FE group (65!) which was practically a full time job, and a huge suitcase with nothing but FE gifts. But other than the luggage, it was a fantastic cruise. There were many teens, and that group had a wonderful time with some special events of their own - a Homecoming Dance, for example. Also, we were the first cruise (I think) to try out the "Wave phones" which are the new cell phones that work on the ship and on Castaway Cay. They were terrific.

Anyway, now that I have finally unpacked from that trip, we are now looking ahead to our Dream cruise, and happy to have found a DISboard for it!

Looking forward to meeting everyone, and of course not needing 10 suitcases!

Liz :goodvibes

welcome !:banana:

[boundfordisney]

my grandkids are the same ages of your kids 15 and 14 so Im sure they will be meeting one another in the clubs, I plan on doing a spa package for my 14 year old granddaughter as a surprize, I know she s gonna love it! are we doing a fe exchange? I ve forgotten if we have talked about it and don t want to go back through all the posts to see. :cool1:

[pjstevens]

Liz, wow an 11 day cruise!!! Sounds awesome. I would of been overwhelmed with that many in the FE exchange. As soon as I get a chance, I'll update the first post with our newest members.

Cannot wait for September 1st!

[debsters41]

:banana: Hello Liz and John! So excited to hear you are joining us! An 11 day Disney cruise sounds absolutely divine! Emmanuela is happy to hear that there are so many teens coming!

bound for disney - I was considering a spa package for my little one too, but she really isn't that into it. What kind of treatment were you thinking of booking for your granddaughter? Sounds like a lovely present!:cutie:
I am pretty sure we are doing a Fish Exchange. I know that we want to participate!

Now, back to scouring the boards for info on the Dream!:surfweb: lol

[Va-bear]

Hi Liz and John - welcome from the other newbie (to this thread)>

I know VERY little about fish exchanges... I know the basics, that families give each other surprise gifts. But what sorts of things do they usually give and is it only one time you give? Curious if I can get myself together to do it. Sounds like fun - thats for sure....but I have been sooooo busy at work and it will onyl get busier as spring and summer come....hmmm.....

[jackie721red]

Hello and welome!! Can't wait to meet you all on the cruise..We are spending a week in disney prior to our cruise..still seems so far away...

[Liz Arjay]

We just got home last Monday night from Marathon weekend at Disney. Dale and I did our first full marathon. What an amazing experience! The blisters are healing and my swollen feet are getting back to normal and I'm actually considering doing this again! :laughing: I really enjoyed it more than the 1/2 with going through all four parks. I was bad though and only trained to 15 miles (I've been in school, working and dealing with family issues) so training got pushed to the back burner. I want to do it again and do it right. (not sure I'm actually thinking clearly, cause I said (as hubby did), "One and Done" afterwards!

Thanks for the warm welcomes!

To you Marathoners, we have been volunteers at the Disney Marathon weekend for years. We do both days, either bag check, water stop, or check-in tent. You runners are an INSPIRATION to us (we?) volunteers! Last year's weather was so cold and awful, but this time it was lovely. Good job to all finishers, and even the "attempters"!

We had a very large DISboard group run the Castaway Cay 5k on our Christmas cruise. DCL apparently no longer gives out certificates or water bottles for finishers, but one of our DISboarders printed and mailed adorable certificates to the runners. I hope we can get a group together on this cruise for the CC5k.

To folks concerned about the weather; we have had rough seas on 2 of our cruises (in December and January), and 20 foot seas on this last one (to the point where the Captain had to announce that we were in no danger, despite the loud crashes and bangs of waves breaking against the ship). All the water flew out of the Goofy pool! :scared1: It was a bit rocky, yet if you stayed in the center of the ship, it was pretty stable. We have a few in our group who are prone to sea-sickness, and even they were fine without any medication. The Captain slowed us way down and made it much better, then made up time during the night so we were reasonably on time for CC.

Liz :flower3:

[debsters41]

Wow, a 5k? This may be the motivation I need to finally get off my behind and start getting in some semblance of a shape! I am the type who gets out of breath running for the phone in the same room. So, any advice as to how to begin? Is there time? I have very little free time, but may be able to follow a simple program. Can I start training by walking? :rotfl:

[pjstevens]

Wow, a 5k? This may be the motivation I need to finally get off my behind and start getting in some semblance of a shape! I am the type who gets out of breath running for the phone in the same room. So, any advice as to how to begin? Is there time? I have very little free time, but may be able to follow a simple program. Can I start training by walking? :rotfl:

Debbie, an awesome program for new runners is C25K (couch to 5K). It pretty much takes someone who hasn't run at all and teaches them how to get started. At the end of the nine weeks (I believe it was nine weeks) you should be able to run (or run/walk) a 5K.

[debsters41]

Debbie, an awesome program for new runners is C25K (couch to 5K). It pretty much takes someone who hasn't run at all and teaches them how to get started. At the end of the nine weeks (I believe it was nine weeks) you should be able to run (or run/walk) a 5K.

Thanks Patricia, I will look into it :goodvibes

[Liz Arjay]

Wow, a 5k? This may be the motivation I need to finally get off my behind and start getting in some semblance of a shape! I am the type who gets out of breath running for the phone in the same room. So, any advice as to how to begin? Is there time? I have very little free time, but may be able to follow a simple program. Can I start training by walking? :rotfl:

Walking is EXCELLENT training. I know this because all I do is walk (not run), and yet when I went to "try" the CC5k I was able to run almost all of it, although at a very slow pace. Our DISboard group formed a "Back of the Pack" club ("BOTP") and had T-shirts printed, etc, so there was a huge group of walkers-only, and then some others who alternated running and walking. You are allowed off the ship first, with the crew, and the course is a very pretty loop around the paths of CC. No one keeps time, so it is very low stress and at your own pace. Some of our BOTP folks cut off some of the loops to make it shorter which they prefered. So it is a very fun thing to try, and no worries if you don't actually run, or go the whole way. It starts and ends at the ship. :yay:

Liz

[pjstevens]

Walking is EXCELLENT training. I know this because all I do is walk (not run), and yet when I went to "try" the CC5k I was able to run almost all of it, although at a very slow pace. Our DISboard group formed a "Back of the Pack" club ("BOTP") and had T-shirts printed, etc, so there was a huge group of walkers-only, and then some others who alternated running and walking. You are allowed off the ship first, with the crew, and the course is a very pretty loop around the paths of CC. No one keeps time, so it is very low stress and at your own pace. Some of our BOTP folks cut off some of the loops to make it shorter which they prefered. So it is a very fun thing to try, and no worries if you don't actually run, or go the whole way. It starts and ends at the ship. :yay:

Liz

Oh my Liz, I love that idea (back of the pack) as I walk way more than run. I'm only 5'4" and hubby is 6' and I have SHORT legs, so i have to really move even walking to keep up with his stride. There are a lot of walkers in the 1/2 and full marathon also.

[debsters41]

Walking is EXCELLENT training. I know this because all I do is walk (not run), and yet when I went to "try" the CC5k I was able to run almost all of it, although at a very slow pace. Our DISboard group formed a "Back of the Pack" club ("BOTP") and had T-shirts printed, etc, so there was a huge group of walkers-only, and then some others who alternated running and walking. You are allowed off the ship first, with the crew, and the course is a very pretty loop around the paths of CC. No one keeps time, so it is very low stress and at your own pace. Some of our BOTP folks cut off some of the loops to make it shorter which they prefered. So it is a very fun thing to try, and no worries if you don't actually run, or go the whole way. It starts and ends at the ship. :yay:

Liz

:yay: I'm in! :yay: I know I can walk 5k. I like walking. I am still going to give the C25K a look, though, because it sounds intriguing! Thanks ladies!! :hug::flower3:

[OKW Lover]

Jeff and Val will be on board too.

We were originally booked on a 10/6 3-night, but decided that we preferred to be at WDW for the Food & Wine Festival then. So we just switched to this cruise. TA is doing the re-booking right now.

This will be our 4th DCL cruise. Did a 7-night in 2001, PodCast Cruise 1.0 in May 2010 and PodCast Cruise 2.0 in December 2011.

[debsters41]

Jeff and Val will be on board too.

We were originally booked on a 10/6 3-night, but decided that we preferred to be at WDW for the Food & Wine Festival then. So we just switched to this cruise. TA is doing the re-booking right now.

This will be our 4th DCL cruise. Did a 7-night in 2001, PodCast Cruise 1.0 in May 2010 and PodCast Cruise 2.0 in December 2011.

Welcome!!!! I wish I could go on PodCast 3.0 since they are finally having it at a time that I am off work, but it will be so hard to justify spending all the money to go back to America again within one year! If only I could know if Pod Cast Cruise 4.0 was also going to be in the summertime!

[OKW Lover]

Welcome!!!! I wish I could go on PodCast 3.0 since they are finally having it at a time that I am off work, but it will be so hard to justify spending all the money to go back to America again within one year! If only I could know if Pod Cast Cruise 4.0 was also going to be in the summertime!

Val & I will be on PCC 3.0. I'm expecting that PCC 4.0 will be in December 2012, and yes, we'll probably be on that one too!