August 28, 2004 "LOST AT SEA" Cruise

[MoranClan]

Magnents
More magnents Added

Moranclan
The Kurtz Family
The Marshall Family
************
The Brown Family
Tina & Bill
Adam & Melanie
The Redles Family
Stan, Darlene, Sandra
MJASP
Doreen, Marty, Daniel
Karen & Jaclyn
"Maryanne" ( Last Name With held For Privacy") Do you want Room Number?
Terry & John
Robby
Craig
The DeLuca's

Any one Else want Magnents?..

Bobby

[pattiteach]

Sorry, I keep asking questions, but- Where are the disers meeting after the boat drill? This is our first EVER vacation and i am a newby at this stuff, you guys are all pros!!!!Our room number is 8062 I hope to meet everyone there!!

[Mary Anne]

Room 2603 for us!

[Mjasp]

The DIS meet is scheduled for right after the boat drill in the promenade lounge (in case of rain) But it is only a 10 minute meet, after that it is off to the Sailaway party.

Maryanne...Did you cruise to Bermuda and if so which ship?

[Mary Anne]

When we cruised Bermuda we sailed with Holland American (78 and again in 82. If they sailed out of the NYCity area we'd sail with them again.

Then we sailed with the Home Lines (don't remember the ship name - but I can tell you it was the worst, worst cruise we EVER were on. - They are now out of business.

We've also sailed to or three times with Celebrity. We enjoyed them. I have to say they had the best food of all the ships and that includes Disney which we've sailed with once before.

[Mjasp]

Did you sail on the Zenith or Horizon?

Next year the Voyager is also suppose to do a 5 day cruise to Bermuda. Will have to see.

[Mary Anne]

I have been both on the Zenith and Horizon. I think we liked the Horizon a little better but that could have been because my boys were bigger then and we just had a nicer trip. When we were on the Zenith we got caught in a hurrican.

[Mjasp]

OK Now I need you to think back to the Celebrity ships and since you have sailed on DCL before (I have only sailed DCL) will I totally not like the Celebrity ships because they are small? Is it that noticable? I would like to try it becaue it is 7 nights vs RC Voyager at 5 nights and with RCCL we will have to tender because it is a big ship. I would like to be able to get on and off the ship without tendering.

[Mary Anne]

Personally small is not noticible at least not on the Celeberty. I think Holland American was much smaller. I seem to remember only about 700 people on those cruises.

As far as tendering, this is just my opinion, I've tendered and not tendered although I can't remembered which ship I did it with going to Bermuda. Given a choice, I would not take a ship that you had to take a tender in. It's just another hassel to me and I'm not one for getting off the ship much to begin with.

The last time I was on the Disney ship (August 2000 - it was the 3rd 7 day cuise ever) I'm sure we tendered at Cataway Cay as the dock was not yet completed.

I would take the 7 day cruise over the 5 anyday but again that's just me.

[SeaSpray]

Joanna, another thing against the 5-night to Bermuda is that you'd dock in Bermuda for only 1 night, and be at sea the other 4 nights. For a fun cruise, it'd be alright, but if you wanted to go and actually see Bermuda, that wouldn't be enough time.

[Mary Anne]

And depending on the time of year if you have bad weather at sea those are a LONG 4 days.

I think that is why I'm looking forward to only two sea days on this Disney Trip. Less chance for a long period of really bad sailing weather.

Plus, when all of you are off doing those port things, we get the whole ship to ourselves. LOL

[Mjasp]

OK scrap the 5 night Voyager, I want to see Bermuda and I want to dock. I prefer not to tender also.

WHO WANTS TO GO TO BERMUDA NEXT YEAR? LETS START A THREAD.

[Mary Anne]

Another point, pick cruise that leaves on Saturday, not Sunday the ports are much nicer.

[Mjasp]

Originally posted by Mary Anne
Another point, pick cruise that leaves on Saturday, not Sunday the ports are much nicer.

What do you mean the ports are much nicer? I thought Bermuda was Hamilton and St. George

[Mary Anne]

I think the Sunday one stops in KingsWafes? I do know the Sunday has one port that is different then the Saturday one. At least it used too. I'm going to check their web site now.

[Mary Anne]

OK only the Zenith now sails out of NY. The Horizon seem to sail out of Phila or Va. They both do go to the same ports, which are the better ones.

It used to be one sailed on Saturday and one on Sunday. The Saturday one had slightly nicer docking ports in Bermuda.

[Mjasp]

Thanks Mary Anne. I am going to check it out.

Next summer no airfare, just a limo into the city.

[O'BWV]

Hi Everyone!

It's been a little while since I posted last, but I just realized that two months from today we'll all be sailing!! Now I can really start to get excited!

[Mjasp]

For anyone staying pre night and traveling on the 27th. We are in the 50's days to go :Pinkbounc

[admepo]

Hello everyone! Very excited to book excursions tomorrow! :)

For those of you who are FL residents a little heads up from email I received - Jason and Travis you may want to check into this for your back to back cruises as it may save you some $$$:

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And while on your voyage, you'll find something exciting for every member of your crew to do. Like enjoy a visit to our own private island paradise, Castaway Cay.

But hurry and book by July 16, 2004 before this offer pulls up anchor.

Click here, or call 1-800-370-5324 or your Travel Agent. Be sure to ask for booking code FLR.

STARTING at $699 per adult

Rates based on double occupancy.
*Rates valid for most 7-night sailings commencing 9/4-10/2/04 for stateroom category 9 (Deluxe Ocean View). Children's rates are available for Guests ages 3-12 traveling with 2 adults in the same stateroom. Other sail dates are also available at Florida Resident rates. Government Taxes and Fees and excursions are not included. See Disney Cruise Line® brochure for details and applicable terms and conditions. Other discounts do not apply. Rates in U.S. dollars. Ships' Registry: The Bahamas
CST# 1022229-50

Reenie...hope the foot is doing better

Bobby.... sounds like we all owe you a good amount of drinks for the magnets so hopefully you won't have much of an alcohol bill once the week is up!!! :drinking1 :)

Talk to you all later or tomorrow :wave:

Melanie

[ThreeCircles]

Thanks for the info Melanie! A fellow cruiser from the September 4th cruise sent me an e-mail about the FL Resident Rates. We're going to look into them for sure.


We've added new cruisers to the Disney Magic August 28th Cruise Site! With pics!

[SeaSpray]

Hey Jason, thanks once again for creating and maintaining the Cruise web site. :)

May I make a suggestion? Do you think you could include the names of the DISers who are going on the Tulum ruins excursion? I see that you already have a section with the info. And just like the Radisson section, could you list those going to the ruins? Thanks! :)

P.S. I'm all ready to book excursions tomorrow. So far, here's what I'll be booking:

Grand Cayman: Nautilus semi-sub and snorkel

Cozumel: Tulum Ruins

Castaway Cay: Banana Boat

[ThreeCircles]

Originally posted by SeaSpray
May I make a suggestion? Do you think you could include the names of the DISers who are going on the Tulum ruins excursion? I see that you already have a section with the info. And just like the Radisson section, could you list those going to the ruins? Thanks! :)

Great idea! ::yes::

OK, who's going on the Tulum Ruins tour in Cozumel?



Oh, and we finally paid our cruise off! :) Nothing like waiting until the last minute, huh? Now we just have to pay off the second-half by next Tuesday. :crazy:

[Reenieny18]

Can't wait to get the excursions done!!
Can you believe it less than 9 weeks. You guys on the boards convinced me to book the REASie .I told hubbie he had to be romantic that night,,lol . :love:
My son will stay in my sisters room.:smooth:
According to Debbie, she will try to get us the APL rotation so we do the PALOS dinner Tuesday night and Palos Brunch Monday. Anyone else going those days?romantic :teeth:
Terry: We are doing different excursions than you are. There are so many to choose from

Key West -Nothing since we have family there.
Grand Caymen- Ship wreck and snorkeling-You will never see me do STINGRAYS again
Cozumel -Beach Break
Cataway Key Banana boat and Parasailing.

Maybe we will meet up there somewhere.

Anyone else have excursion ideas?:goodvibes

:flower1: :flower: Reenie :flower1: :flower:

[Reenieny18]

Doesnt it feel good to be all paid. You have done a great job on keeping the list UTD. I have so many other bills to pay before August. Now, when the cruise comes, all I have to pay for is Bobbys' drinks:drinking1 lol

Welcome MIKESMOM. I see you have a lot of people sailing with you.
and welcome back OBWV . Glad to see I am not the only one that is REAL EXCITED:Pinkbounc :PinkbouncThank you

:jumping1: Reenie:jumping1:

[MoranClan]

Originally posted by Reenieny18
Can't wait to get the excursions done!!
Can you believe it less than 9 weeks. You guys on the boards convinced me to book the REASie .I told hubbie he had to be romantic that night,,lol . :love:
My son will stay in my sisters room.:smooth:
According to Debbie, she will try to get us the APL rotation so we do the PALOS dinner Tuesday night and Palos Brunch Monday. Anyone else going those days?romantic :teeth:
Terry: We are doing different excursions than you are. There are so many to choose from

Key West -Nothing since we have family there.
Grand Caymen- Ship wreck and snorkeling-You will never see me do STINGRAYS again
Cozumel -Beach Break
Cataway Key Banana boat and Parasailing.

Maybe we will meet up there somewhere.

Anyone else have excursion ideas?:goodvibes

:flower1: :flower: Reenie :flower1: :flower:

Hey Reenie..

We are Booked on the APL Seating..Palos on Tuesday and Brunch on Thursday...

We cant wait..

I wanted to book my parasailing tomorrow...Wife said she Will chicken out...

Anyone eslse going parasailing on CC?...I dont want to go alone..Boring..hehe

Bobby

[MoranClan]

Hey Gang..

Thinking about canceling The Jeep Safari on Cozumel..I booked it directly, but seems I cant find anyone else thats going...

What are people with Kids doing on Cozumel?..

Cindy wants to shop and Sun bath....

I just want to drink and drink...

My 3 kids really dont care..hehe

Thanks

Bobby

[SeaSpray]

Originally posted by Reenieny18
romantic[/I] :teeth:


We requested APL also. We have Palo Brunch on Monday at 12 noon and Palo dinner Tuesday night at 8:30 :)

[winnyis]

Bobby - for the last two years in cozumel we have left the kids on the ship while we did a little jewlery shopping and then we went back and got them and did family stuff....

This year will be the same.. DH is buying me diamond earings for my 40th birthday and then we will take the kids to Mr Sanchos for the rest of the afternoon...

[missinshadow]

i see everyone talking about reserving Palos now. Can we reserve now or do we have wait until we are onboard

[ThreeCircles]

Missinshadow--

Generally, everyone must wait until they board to make reservations for any meal at Palo and Vista Spa appointments.

However, if you book in a category 1, 2, or 3 or if you book the Romantic Escape at Sea package you can pre-book your Palo and spa reservations.

[missinshadow]

Is the florida resindent a better deal I think we have some good room credits and stuff Will we lose those? 16 of the 20 of us are Florida residents! Anyone know?
We are so excited first cruise ever
You guys are very knowledgable Waht a help!!!!!!! Thanks for all input!!!

[missinshadow]

Thanks We are not in those categories

[ThreeCircles]

Florida Resident Rates can be a really great deal but you do have to figure in onboard stateroom credits and such. For instance, we called DCL this evening to enquire about the rates that Melanie mentioned.

The DCL rep. said that they started the first week in September and we could get a Cat. 9 Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom for a pretty good rate but we would loose our $400 credit from rebooking onboard.

[Karel]

Originally posted by MoranClan
Hey Gang..Thinking about canceling The Jeep Safari on Cozumel..I booked it directly, but seems I cant find anyone else thats going...What are people with Kids doing on Cozumel?..
Cindy wants to shop and Sun bath....I just want to drink and drink...My 3 kids really dont care..hehe
ThanksBobby


We're either going to Chankabaub... need to learn how to spell and pronounce that... or Paradise Beach.

Is anyone going to do Nativeway sports in GC? I think I have everyone talked into the short stingray/snorkle special they are running. Sounds like just enough.

Karel

[ThreeCircles]

Morning all!

Thanks to Terry's suggestion we now have a list of all of those that will be attending the Tulum Ruins tour.

Check <a href="http://**********************">*****************</a> for more info.

[admepo]

It is only 8:05am as I am writing this and I am BOOKED for our excursions! :)

VERY Excited that this is now done and we are set!!!! Now all I have to do is book the Wave Runners on Castaway Cay when we board the ship and that is it!

We wound up going for:

Key West: Sail, Kayak and Snorkel adventure
Grand Cayman: Aquaboat and Snorkel Adventure
Cozumel: Tulum Ruin Tour

and now they are booked and the confirmation is being faxed to us!!! So now it seems real and near! 60 days and counting everyone!

Enjoy your day!

Melanie

[admepo]

Our Palo ressies are for:

Dinner Sunday at 7:30pm :cloud9:
Brunch Thursday at 10:30am

We requested APL seating rotation with our REAS pkg. for our late dinner seating. Are requested rotations generally granted???

Has anyone purchased stateroom credits to be added to your shipboard accounts? Adam and I are considering doing this weekly until leaving for the ship. Any thoughts??

Melanie

[SeaSpray]

Originally posted by ************
Morning all!

Thanks to Terry's suggestion we now have a list of all of those that will be attending the Tulum Ruins tour.

Check <a href="http://**********************">*****************</a> for more info.

Thanks Jason! :cool:

I'm getting a late start this morning. I am going to call DCL and book our excursions in a few minutes, but John and I slept late because we were in the emergency room at the hospital in the middle of the night. He began having odd symptoms after taking one of his medications at bedtime so our doctor told us to go to the ER. By the time we got home it was after 3am, so he stayed home from work today and we slept in.

Melanie: Congrats on booking your excursions!! :)

[SeaSpray]

Just got off the phone with DCL! :sunny:

(By the way, since we booked through All Seasons, I had to speak to someone in "group sales" to book the excursions).

Here's what I have booked so far:

Grand Cayman: Nautilus Undersea Tour & Reef Snorkel

Cozumel: Tulum Ruins & Beach Tour

Castaway Cay: Banana Boat Ride @ 11am

(I didn't book the teen excursion on Cozumel for DSs yet because they're not sure if they want to do that one or not).

The CM told me that I'll be getting a confirmation in the mail, and that I should bring that paper with me on the cruise. He said the tickets for the excursions will be in our stateroom.

I asked about the wave runner excursion on Castaway Cay and he said that as of now, you still have to wait and book that one onboard the ship.

[admepo]

Terry... Hope your husband is feeling better!!! :) Congrats on getting your excursions done too!

I tried to be slick and give them the excursion number for the Wave Runners at Castaway Cay to see if they would take it but they said to wait until on the ship to book! Oh well :rolleyes: it was worth a try I guess.

Melanie

[ThreeCircles]

Just e-mailed in our request for the Tulum Ruins excursion. We're still attempting to decide what to do in the other ports and may not even have a clue until closer to the sailing.

Terry--

Sorry to hear about the trip tp the ER last night. Hope John is feeling better today.

[sandygirl]

Booked excursions and received confirmation by fax already this morning!
We booked Tulum Ruins in Cozumel for Sandy and I only. DH wants to skip this one. Any other mom and daughter only's? I'll check ************ website when I get done here.
Grand Cayman I booked the Stingray Observatory and Island Tour for all 3 of us. I'm hoping to have time for DD and I hit 7 mile beach after that. Do you think we will have time?

But the best news of the day...my son sent me an e-mail from Iraq!!!!!!:Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc !!!!
This is the first time I have heard directly from him since he left last Wed. I am so excited I can't even type straight. His communication will be sporadic and primitive because of his particular location. I feel like a huge weight just rolled off my shoulders. My e-mail at work hasn't functioned since last Thurs, so when my DH called me to tell me he was going to forward the message immediately (he's such a good man!) I was so upset that I wouldn't be able to retrieve it. I told him I would try to access my e-mail and lo and behold, BOOM, all my e-mail messages popped up that had been waiting for me. GOD is so good to me. He made it work just when I needed it most. My son sounded good and now I feel less anxious. Sorry to ramble on but I just needed to share this blessing with you. I was almost going to cancel the cruise because I was just feeling so uneasy about my son. I still miss him terribly but I feel so much better after hearing from him.

Hope everyone is having a wonderful day! Happy Excursions!

[admepo]

sandygirl... very happy to hear that you were able to hear from your son!! :jumping1: I am sure that made your day!!!

Very much in need of doing laundry :crazy2: instead of staying on these boards but the boards are much more fun! ::yes:: Can't wait to be on the ship and send the laundry OUT to be done!!!
:tongue:

oh well... soon enough!

Melanie

[Mjasp]

Sandy...So very happy to hear about your son. How long will he be in Iraq for?

May God be with him and everyone on Foreign soil.

As for excursions, what is the Stingray observatory? I am doing the Grand Cayman tour, is it both of them together? Please explain.

Thx
Joanna

[MoranClan]

hey Terry..Hope your Husband is feeling better...

Sandygirl... very happy to hear that you were able to hear from your son...

Was Able to get 2:30 res...for Parasailing on CC..
Me, Cindy and my 2 girls..

If Cindy chickens out I get to go twice..

Cant Wait..

Bobby

[sandygirl]

Joanna
Here is what DCL said about the excursion for Grand Cayman:
Stingray City Observatory and Island Tour (3 - 3.5 hours)

Sample paradise. Take in the island's sights, including the Governor's House, a stop at the famous Seven Mile Beach, and the Cayman Turtle Farm. Next, you'll journey on to "Hell," where jagged rock formations suggest diabolical origins. Then, head out to sea! Board a moored semi-submarine that will take you below the surface in air-conditioned comfort for a breathtaking view of undersea beauty. Finally, top it all off with a shopping trip to George Town.

Adult Price: $55 (ages 10 and above)
Child Price: $45 (ages 3-9)
Departure Time: 7:30 am

We did something similar to this on St Martin and enjoyed it. We don't snorkel and I'm not sure DD would actually get into the water with the stingrays, so this sounded good. Would like to go to 7 mile beach after if there is time.

Was Able to get 2:30 res...for Parasailing on CC..
Bobby - I was sooo tempted to book parasailing! Did it on St Thomas and absolutely loved it. The most peaceful 8 minutes of my entire life! Decided to wait until next year when DD is 8 so I can take her up, too. Have fun!
sandygirl... very happy to hear that you were able to hear from your son!! I am sure that made your day!!!

Melanie - Thanks so much! Nothing could have happened today that would have made me lose my smile :teeth: .
Sandy...So very happy to hear about your son. How long will he be in Iraq for?
Joanna - He is deployed for 7 - 12 months, but you never know. He serves at the need of the Marines. I've been sleeping with my cell phone, have it on me at all times, just in case he gets a chance to call.
God bless and protect all the troops and their families:grouphug:

Darlene (sandygirl)

[gdulaney]

Darlene - I'm so glad you heard from your son! My Mgr's stepson is a Marine too. He's headed back for his second tour in Iraq and leaves at the beginning of next week. They also sleep with the cellphone nearby...they never know when he'll get a chance to call.

Terry - hope your hubby is feeling better soon!!!


Ginny

[SeaSpray]

Thanks for the good wishes for John, everyone. He's much better tonight but we're still monitoring his blood sugar levels about every hour.

sandygirl: I'm so happy that you heard from your son!! I hope he returns home safely, as soon as he is able to :)

[Mjasp]

Sandy...What is a semi sub? and also how do you quote all those peole in one thread.

I always post another thread.

Thanks
Joanna

[sandygirl]

Ginny - Thanks! Can't imagine sending him back for a second time. God bless them.:grouphug:

Terry - So glad to hear John is feeling better. Hope he continues to improve quickly!:wizard:

Joanne - It has taken me some time to figure out some of the functions on this board. I went :crazy: trying to figure out how to use a quote in the first place. If you know how to do one quote you can do multiple quotes easily. Just repeat the process of copying the text into the quote box. Just make sure you space in between each quote and your message. If someone has an easier way to explain it, please chime in:chat: . I think your way of doing one quote per message probably is an easier read though. The semi-sub is a small semi-underwater craft where you sit below the water line and look out large viewing windows. It feels like you are completely submerged, but I don't think you actually are. We had a good time on it in St Martin.

[Mjasp]

Nope can't do it. Please explain further. When I quote someone I click on the quote button on the bottom of their post, is their another way to do it?

Good Night

Joanna

[Reenieny18]

Terry: make sure John is better by August.. Glad to hear last night was better. We have the banana boat ride too, but its after lunch.

Darlene: God bless you and your son. Espcially for his unselfishness for our FREEDOM. we will keep in our prayers.

Cindy: You are not planning on chickening out are you???:goodvibes . Bobby will be so disappointed,,,,;)

Melanie: I wanted to do the Palo dinner Sunday as well. But it was sold out so to speak,, and this way I get to see the Key West Sunset :sunny: We are saving money in a special FUNDS for the Cruise. So no, we are not sending them to DCL. I have heard about it though.


:thewave: less then 60 days now:thewave:

Doreen

[admepo]

Good to hear everyone is getting their excursions booked and able to get what they want. DH and I had considered parasailing on CC but DH is a bit "chicken" himself! I have gone parasailing a few times before (over St. Pete Beach was my favorite!) so it isn't to big a deal to me....just thought I would attempt to get him on there. I guess I am the thrill lover in this relationship :smooth: ! lol Oh well!

Reenie... we booked Palo for Sunday evening around sunset - Sunday is our anniversary so that is the reason for the Sunday dinner for us. Glad I reserved it when I did! Being that we live in FL we can always hit Key West again soon. I have been there before but DH hasn't. Mallory Square is very interesting and the sunsets are gorgeous!

We were looking into the shipboard credits so that way all of this MONEY isn't sitting in our savings account staring us in the face! Temptations are great with three kids and we can always find something to spend it on! We do not use credit cards - I have enought debt from student loans :rolleyes: - so we will be paying the cruise all on a budget as we do with every vacation! :)

Enjoy your day everyone!!!
:wave2:

Melanie

[sandygirl]

Nope can't do it. Please explain further. When I quote someone I click on the quote button on the bottom of their post, is their another way to do it?

Joanna, I didn't know you could create a quoted message from the other person's post LOL. I told you I have been playing around and trying to figure things out on my own:confused: .

This is how I do it: I highlite the text that I want to quote in the person's post. Then I go up to my message and click "QUOTE" (the box is under the smilie selections). Then I right click on the quote line that pops up and click "paste". The text that I highlited pastes into the quote line and appears in my mesage as a quote.

Does that make sense:confused: ?

That way I only quote the section that I want instead of the entire post if it is long and doesn't pertain to my response.

Darlene

[ThreeCircles]

DCL sent an e-mail confirming my excursions this morning. Tulum ruins here we come! :hyper:

[mikesmom88]

Originally posted by pattiteach
is anyone near stateroom 8062? I would like to know some neighbors.

Hi Patti,

We are in stateroom 8042!
Ellen

[SeaSpray]

Hi everyone!

You all look a bit blurry to me right now because I am wearing contact lenses for the VERY FIRST TIME! :magnify: I decided to get contact lenses instead of a prescription snorkel mask. But now I should be able to see the fishies clearly while I'm snorkeling, and also wear contacts when I don't feel like wearing glasses.

Do any of you wear contacts? How do you like them? I have to wear them for 4 hours today, and then increase it by 2 hours each day until I'm able to wear them for 12 hours. So by the time we cruise I should be all used to them. :)

[Karel]

I have worn contacts for over 25 years. Did you get soft contacts? I wear gas permable. Most of the time, I love them. My eyes are very senstive though and when a speck of dust or something gets in there, ouch! I wear my glasses in the morning when I walk into the bathroom to put my contacts in and put my glasses back on right before I go to bed.

Just be careful, because it's hard to switch back and forth all the time. You really have to commit to wearing the contacts most of the time.

I have snorkeled twice in contacts. (I've only snorkeled twice in general :p ) and while it takes a huge leap of faith, I've had no problems. I wear my contacts in the pool but don't put my face underwater. I'm forever warning people not to dunk me! As long as you have a tight fitting mask, you'll be fine.

[sandygirl]

Congratulations, Terry! Contacts are so convenient. I have worn them for 28 years, the last 16 I have had extended wear: everyday all the time, pool, bed, shower, swimming, everything. I'm sure once you get used to them you will be happy. No more fogging up when you come in from the cold! No water spots from the rain (or crying). No bumping glasses when you kiss your husband. I loved them. This year I finally took the plunge and had laser surgery to correct my nearsightedness. One of the best things I ever did.

Jason, glad you got the Tulum ruins. Sandy and I will look forward to traveling with you and Travis.

[ThreeCircles]

Wear contacts here too!

[Mjasp]

This is how I do it: I highlite the text that I want to quote in the person's post. Then I go up to my message and click "QUOTE" (the box is under the smilie selections). Then I right click on the quote line that pops up and click "paste". The text that I highlited pastes into the quote line and appears in my mesage as a quote.

Still couldn't get your way to work, when I click on quote, it says put message you want to quote here?
And there is nothing there, and I can't right click. So I did it the old fashioned way, highlighted clicked copy and paste.

Thanks anyway, this way will work
Joanna

[markºoº]

I have not posted in a long time - this thread sure has gotten long!

Terry, I've worn contacts for over 20 years. I currently have extended wear contacts I wear 24/7 for a week. On the weekend they get cleaned overnight and then popped back in. Once month they get replaced with new lenses. I do everything, including swimming, with them in. You do have to be careful when swimming and keep your eyes closed underwater and carefully wipe away water before you open them. You might want to get swim goggle if you are concerned about being in a pool with them in. I have snorkled several times with no problem. Good luck-I hope all goes well.

As for excursions, I did call Tuesday morning and booked the Atlantis Deep Explorer mini-sub and the dolphin discovery at Cozumel. When I called the CM was unable to initially book the sub and they told me the shore excursion manager would look into it and they would call me back. I called back later in the morning with the same results - the manager was working on it. DCL never did call me back but when I got home they had left a message confirming we got the time we wanted. I was not going to do the dolphin discovery but booked it since I was not sure we would get the sub. No I have to decide if I want to keep both as they are expensive. DS5 can't do the sub and I'm sure he would enjoy the dolphins.

I'm also going to book stingray city and parasailing at Key West outside of DCL but have not had time to call yet.

Has anyone done parasailing at Key West or the dolphin discovery? DW and DS11 have already parasailed at CC so I thought KW would be nice (plus it is half the cost!).

[Mjasp]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by markºoº
[B]I have not posted in a long time - this thread sure has gotten long!

As for excursions, I did call Tuesday morning and booked the Atlantis Deep Explorer mini-sub and the dolphin discovery at Cozumel. When I called the CM was unable to initially book the sub and they told me the shore excursion manager would look into it and they would call me back. I called back later in the morning with the same results - the manager was working on it. DCL never did call me back but when I got home they had left a message confirming we got the time we wanted. I was not going to do the dolphin discovery but booked it since I was not sure we would get the sub. No I have to decide if I want to keep both as they are expensive. DS5 can't do the sub and I'm sure he would enjoy the dolphins.

Are excursions refundable? I haven't booked yet because I can't decide on the Parasailing thing, being chicken and such. My other excursions I don't think are going to fill up that quick.

[markºoº]

You can change/cancel shore excursions up to 2 days prior to sailing. At the time they become final and non-refundable if you cancel.

[Mjasp]

Thanks Mark and by the way How was Hawaii?

[ThreeCircles]

Travis and I are considering the Aquaboat and Snorkel Adventure for our Grand Cayman visit. Is anyone doing this or considering it?

Aquaboat & Snorkel Adventure (3 hours)

Get your motor running and head out to the high seas! On this exciting excursion, you'll learn how to operate a two-person inflatable motorboat, which you'll then pilot along Grand Cayman's scenic shores. First, you'll visit Sandy Cay, just off the Cayman coast. After exploring this uninhabited desert island, it's off to Smith's Cove. This picturesque bay and secluded beach is the perfect spot to swim, snorkel or simply sun on the beach. And the fun's not done: back on the boat, you'll stop at the Cali, a submerged shipwreck, before returning to the dock and heading to Rackams Bar for a complimentary fruit or rum punch. Must be 13 or older to drive and be accompanied by a parent or guardian older than 18 years of age.

[ThreeCircles]

Joanna--

You can also quote multiple times by simply typing in the quote commands on your own.

Just use the following codes and replace the x's with the message you want to quote.

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[MoranClan]

Hey Everyone...

Anyone Staying at the Radisson Hotel??..

We are Driving Down on Thursday Morning starting at 3:00am..

Hopefully we should be at the hotel That evening around 8:00pm

Gives us a Full day to relax before the Cruise...

Cant wait..

[MoranClan]

Magnets
More magnets Added

Moranclan
The Kurtz Family
The Marshall Family
************
The Brown Family
Tina & Bill
Adam & Melanie
The Redles Family
Stan, Darlene, Sandra
MJASP
Doreen, Marty, Daniel
Karen & Jaclyn
"Maryanne" ( Last Name With held For Privacy") Do you want Room Number?
Terry & John
Robby
Craig
The DeLuca's
The Benton's
The Driscoll Family


Any one Else want Magnets?..

Bobby

[winnyis]

Bobby we will be arriving at the Radisson on Friday around noon to lounge around the pool for the day.

I have a 6 year old son and a 9 year old daughter so hopefully our kids can meet and then have a familiar face in the kids club.

Ginny

[markºoº]

Joanna, thanks for asking about Hawaii - we had a great time. The weather was perfect (low to mid 80's, low humidty, nice breeze), the resorts were beautiful, and the kids really enjoyed it.

My MIL and FIL were along to help with the kids as we had to spend a good chunk of time at a business convention. I was worried they would drive me crazy but it wasn't too bad. I tried to do a lot of preplanning for them and gave MIL all kinds of info and recommendations but they were hesitant to plan too much. All I could do is shake my head when MIL and FIL spent one afternoon they had fre without the kids driving 40 minutes each way down to Kona so MIL could get her film developed at Wal-Mart (one hour processing!) and have lunch at McDonald's! They must have gone to that Wal-Mart 3 times during the 10 days they were there. They flew back with the kids as we moved to Maui for the 2nd part of the convention. Their flight back didn't leave until 9pm and they didn't know what to do to kill time. So they took the kids to a movie and then the mall. I guess that got me the most upset because there was so much they could have done that last day - that's why we booked a late flight for them!

Overall, though, it was a great time. DW received an award during the convention and now we get to go to Pasadena for the Rose Bowl parade on New Years Eve. DW even gets to ride in a float! Best part is the kids are welcome this time - we don't have to hide them with MIL and FIL like in Hawaii.

[Mary Anne]

Wow, you've all been busy talking the past few days. Gotta stop work from getting into the way of my private life. LOL

We're not doing any tours of any of the Islands so I haven't had to rush to get anything booked. You'll find me laying out on deck when we're in port, sipping a cold drink with my pile of books to read.

Jason, I got tha matrix to open up from work. That's great, thanks so much for all that work.

Hope everyone that was felling poor is better now. Gotta stay healthy, we're almost to the finish line!

Hope everyone enjoys their 4th of July. We usually go away, but we'll be home this year. We have tickets to all three Met/Yankee games at Shea!

[Mjasp]

Mark...Congratulations to your wife. Do you work together or did you just ge to go. That is one long convention. 10 days in Oahu and then to Maui. Whew, nice but long. Now you will have to tell us which float DW will be on, So we can watch.

LOL with the Walmart and McDonalds story.

We will be booking excursions but haven't done so yet. Maybe this weekend because we both have 3 days off WOO HOO

[Karel]

Ginny - are you driving down?

Bobby - can we just get a blank one? My husband doesn't want any personal info on it. Makes me a bit nervous too. (does that make us paranoid?)

We're probably not booking any official DCL excursions. Since all of our kids are considered 'adult', it adds up. Plus my husband is not a crazed planner as I am. I come up with a list of ideas and will present them to him when he decides he's ready to think about it. :rolleyes:

Who's going to Disney before hand?

[Mary Anne]

We'll be in Disney the week before; one bedroom villa @ the OKWest! Night before the cruise @ the Radisson.

[Karel]

Oh, I should have said we'll be at the Beach Club for two nights and then head down to Radisson Friday. Just upgraded with the August code.

[winnyis]

As of right now we are flying down on the 23rd.. but I am seriosuly considering moving it back to the 21st and give us a couple extra days in the parks. We will be doing disney, seaworld and universal thru thursday and then heading over to the Radisson on friday...

I havent booked any tours yet but will probably consult with DH this weekend as to what he thinks..

Ginny

[Reenieny18]

We are going on August 25. Now we are staying at Pop Century. Since we have 5 with us, we had Riverside . But after thinking of 5 of us in one room, we changed to PC to get 2 rooms.
Sister and daughter will stay at WDW on Wednesday and hubbie , son and I are driving to Daytona so he can see the race track. I am trying to down play WDW since the cruise is the main vacation.... but how can you down play the best place on EARTH?:crazy:
Karel: My kids are considered adults too . I know what you mean by adding up. We are doing some moderate to low priced excurions.

Who is on DECK 6..... Want to know if anyone can walk us back to are room if we PARTY :drinking1 to much with Jason and Bobby LOL..
Good thing we have the :earsboy: MICKEY MAGNETS to help us find our rooms.
What times do the clubs close???

Have a great day everyone:grouphug:

:thewave: Doreen:thewave:

[winnyis]

back again... we now leave on 8/21.....

Gosh this trip is costing me more and more each day... not to mention my trip to the DS last night.... too many good deals - Im going broke...LOL

Ginny

[MoranClan]

Originally posted by Karel
Bobby - can we just get a blank one? My husband doesn't want any personal info on it. Makes me a bit nervous too. (does that make us paranoid?)

Hey Karel..

I will make some Magnets with the Word DIS in the middle instead of the Names...

I could put your cabin number if you like..

Let me know

Bobby

[missinshadow]

We would be thrilled to have you put us on your page one list. do you want my info. on this board or how do you want me to send it to you? thanks, carolyn

[Mjasp]

Carolyn...You can tell me whatever you want me to put on page one. Names, DD or DS's ages and where you will be staying pre night if you wish.

Jason...Any new cruisers register on **********************

I have to get one more box of green leis. I'm sure we will have plenty left over from the no shows at the DIS meet. But I'll give you the extras for your next cruise, so you can give them out. Even if everyone showed there will be approx 20 leftover, and guess what, They're yours as I'm not taking them home LOL

Have 4 days off for the 4th of July holiday, let the fun begin

Joanna

[admepo]

Hi everyone!

Joanna and Bobby....Thanks again for being so generous with both the magnets and leis!

Mark.. congrats to your DW on the award! I couldn't stop laughing about the Walmart and McDonalds story! Sounds like my aunts- can't live without Walmart!! :rotfl:

Jason... we are going on the Aquaboat and Snorkel in Grand Cayman. From what I have heard there are not too many boats available so if you and Travis are seriously considering it you better book fast! The person who replied to us about it said there was only about 4 boats and that they went about 30mph. Sounds like some fun and something different so we are looking forward to it! :)

Looking forward to this weekend - Pool party, barbeque and FIREWORKS!!! Everyone enjoy!

Melanie

[Mjasp]

Melanie...Living in Florida, every weekend should be a pool party weekend. When I move to Florida Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner will be a pool party.

[MoranClan]

Hello Everyone..

Cant wait for the Weekend...I need 3 days Off..

Jason, Travis, Doreen, and everyone Else...Looking forward to having drinks and stumbling back to our rooms...Who says Sleeping out under the stars on deck 4 is all that bad..hahahahaha:bounce: :Pinkbounc

We need to find a stateroom from a DIS member closest to the Bars, and crash there....:wave2:

I have a stupid question...Where did the Lime Green Mickey or for that fact Lime green come into play for the DIS Meets..

Just curious..

Bobby

[rcomputers]

Thank you to Jason for the nice Canadian tribute on *****************

Happy Canada Day to any other Canadian cruisers!

Happy July 4th to all USAs on Sunday!

Gail

:bday: Canada

[Mjasp]

Originally posted by rcomputers
Thank you to Jason for the nice Canadian tribute on *****************

Happy Canada Day to any other Canadian cruisers!

Happy July 4th to all USAs on Sunday!

Gail

:bday: Canada

WOW Jason GREAT WORK and the liitle balloon pop up of "NEW INFO" on the DIS meet. You really put alot of work into your website and we do appreciate it.

Thanks
Joanna

[Mary Anne]

I have a stupid question...Where did the Lime Green Mickey or for that fact Lime green come into play for the DIS Meets

Way back in the early days of the DIS, 97? 98? they were talking about how to recognize each other in the parks. somehow, and I don't remember how, they decided on Lime Green Ribbons and if you saw one, you'd know it was a DISer.

I have to tell you, I go to Disney close to 3 times a year and have NEVER seen one lime green ribbon.


Looking forward to seeing lots on the ship. :teeth:

[ThreeCircles]

Glad you enjoyed the "surprise" on the site Gail It is indeed an important day!

Now, that you're out of Lurkerdom, I have a feeling you'll hit 1000 posts before the cruise! ;)


Joanna--

Living in Florida has its ups and downs. I recall one Christmas day, when I was still living with my parents at home, we wanted to have a fire going. Just for the added holiday feel, I guess. Anyway, we ended up having to run the AC to counter the fire! :teeth:


Bobby--

We will all have to get together at some point during the cruise and have a nice little sit-down meet (with drinks)! :) Thankfully, as Doreen mentioned, your Mickey Magnets will guide us back to our cabins. :p

Melanie--

I'll have to give DCL a call to find out if there is still space on the Aquaboats tour. It does sound like fun although I have to warn you I've never driven a boat before! :eek:

[MoranClan]

Bobby--

We will all have to get together at some point during the cruise and have a nice little sit-down meet (with drinks)! :) Thankfully, as Doreen mentioned, your Mickey Magnets will guide us back to our cabins. :p



I guess I didnt tell Everyone...Im So Sorry..

I am in the process of training a few magnets as Guides..Its getting hard as they dont listen and just want to have fun all day...:rockband:

It seems like they Keep singing this song...M I C K E ...I guess you all know the rest

But Seriously..

Happy B-Day Canada...

Im just in a good mood tonight..Light day at work tomorrow..3 days off..and as I type...55 Days 6 hours 12 minutes to go..WOO HOO

anyone Else want magnets?

Bobby

[MoranClan]

hey Everyone..

Jason...Here is what I came up with so far from your Matrix...

http://www167.pair.com/rjmweb/disney/cruise/img01.gif

help me add the Night Life Sections..

Bobby

[ThreeCircles]

The matrix looks good Bobby! ::yes:: I like the additions you made.

Hmmm... As far as Night Life goes, you could definitly put down "English Pub Night" on the last night of the cruise (Friday). It's a total riot and you and Cindy won't want to miss that. Navigator from the May cruise says it starts at 11:00 PM.

What else...

The Mexicalifragilisticexpialidocious Deck Party is on Cozumel night. The whole family will want to catch that. 10:00 - 11:30.

Final Jackpot Bingo is on Thursday, generally 3:30 unless the pot goes at the 11:15 game.

Monday - 70s Disco Night ???
Tuesday - 80s Time Warp
Thursday - 70s Dance Party ???
(This info was from the Navigators on Dave's site. Not sure why 70s is listed twice?)

[sandygirl]

Hey guys!

Not too sure how late I can hang but I'd be interested in tasting a little night life on this cruise. I'm on deck 7 all the way at the end, if anyone needs a walk home in my neighborhood. Hoping I can talk DH into at least one dance night.

Darlene

[Mjasp]

Is English Pub night the Beatles night?

Why don't we set up a DIS meet in one of the nightlife spots.

What does everyone think? Lets do it earlier in the cruise say maybe Monday night, an at sea day so no one is that tired.

Let me know what you think and then our best and organized friend Jason can even add it to his website.

Your cruisemate
Joanna

[rcomputers]

Jason, you're right. I could at least get to 70 posts and become a veteran! ::yes::

Tell me about British Pub night. Do they have British beers?
I just imported Julian from England about 4 years ago. (He probably just married me to get into the country!:rolleyes: ) This is his first Canada Day as a Canadian citizen.
Please say the British Pub night entertainment is nothing like that awful Pam Brody in the Rose and Crown. He runs and gags!!!:scared1:

Gail
:fish:

[ThreeCircles]

Darlene--

It sounds as if you'll have a lot of company in the clubs on this trip! ::yes:: Travis and I are usually in one of the clubs every night. Sometimes even closing them down! (Around 2 AM.)


Joanna--

Great idea about meeting Joanna! I have something we could add to it too... I was toying with the idea last week and thought I would do it on my own but if would be cool to get others to join in too. I was thinking, what if we all dressed for one of the theme nights?! :teeth: I was going to make a tie-dye shirt and get a peace necklace for 60's night. We could all make it our own theme night? :) OK, maybe it's just me... :crazy: BTW, what kind of shoes did guys wear during that time? :hyper:

Whatever we decide I'll be sure to put it up on the site.


Gail--

English Pub Night is relatively new on the Magic. Joanna, it's not on the same evening as Beatles Night and it's a different format and in a different location. It's held in Diversions and, without giving too much away, it involves a VERY funny skit by the cruise staff, some pub-style sing-alongs (they hand out sheets with all the words), and just all-around fun. It doesn't really last too long but it is hilarious to say the least! (I can't give away anymore. I don't want to spoil anything.)

Not sure how it compares to the entertainment at the Rose & Crown. As much as I enjoy that Disney restaurant, and with as many times as I've dined there, I can't say that I've ever seen the entertainment. We have always sat out back on the patio area. We'll have to look into it the next time we visit. Maybe even this weekend.

I'm not a big beer drinker but from what I remember they do have some English beer. Guinness I think. Perhaps more. I'm more of a champagne and foo-foo drink person, myself! :teeth:

Tell Julian congrats on his first Canada Day!

[Mjasp]

When is "Beatles night" If its early in the cruise, do you want to have the meet that night?

If it is too late in the cruise, then we can just pick Monday and stick with it.

[Mary Anne]

I was going to make a tie-dye shirt and get a peace necklace for 60's night. We could all make it our own theme night? OK, maybe it's just me... BTW, what kind of shoes did guys wear during that time?

You know I want to say Platform, but I think those were about 10 year later.

Goodness knows, those days were a long time ago in my life, hard to remember LOL

[ThreeCircles]

Beatles Night (60's Dance Party) was on Sunday night on the Eastern. Not sure if it will be the same on the Western or not because Sunday is Key West night. I'll pull out the Navigators from last August and see when it was scheduled on that Western and I'll also hop over to the Crusie Reports forum to see if I can glean any info from a recent Western cruiser.


Mary Anne--

Tie-dye, was that 60's or 70's?

[Mary Anne]

Tie die, neru shirts, bellbottoms and mini skirts were the 60's

Polyester suits, granny dress, platform shoes and jumpsuits were the 70's

So sad, that I miss those fashion statements LOL

Now, you're all trying to figure out exactly how old I am :teeth:

[admepo]

See what happens when I actually have something to do!!! Everyone starts talking up a storm!!! :)

Joanna... Jason is right about Florida weather. Although every day should be a pool party complete with all the margaritas and tostitos and salsa possible - we do have to deal with the daily grind, why I will never know! :) lol

Jason... I am not going to be the driver in our boat - that will be left up to Adam, but I can't say that should be much reassurance either :eek: knowing his need for speed and toys! But I am looking forward to it - It should be a blast!

I am completely in on the theme dress up idea!!! :crazy: I have a feeling convincing DH to participate will be a bit more difficult :rolleyes: Love the idea for a DIS meet at something like 60s night or whatever.

Bobby... your Matrix looks great! The nightlife part I would imagine won't be too hard to fill up!

And now for my newbie DISer sharing moment - I HAVE BEEN TAGGED!!!! Very exciting since I only recently found out what the Tag Fairy was! ;) I was lost with all the TF talk but was very happy to now see my tag line! SO THANKS to the Tag Fairy!

Happy Canada Day and Happy 4th! :) :wave2:

Melanie

[missinshadow]

We have myself carolyn 30 Husband John 31 And disney son John 8 We also have 17 other relatives coming:crazy: :crazy:
We will be driving the morning of as we live in florida already. It will take about 3 hours. And by the way last christmas was in the mid 80's yuck not very christmas like:sunny: thanks carolyn

[missinshadow]

what is a tag line?

[SeaSpray]

8 weeks to go till we're cruising!! :sunny:

[Mjasp]

8 weeks :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc

It is going quickly now.

Carolyn, I will add you on page 1.

Joanna

[Mjasp]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by missinshadow
[B]We have myself carolyn 30 Husband John 31 And disney son John 8 We also have 17 other relatives coming:crazy: :crazy:


Carolyn...Are you traveling with "ELKE" who is also listed on page one?

[admepo]

Hello everyone! :wave:

Hope everyone is ready to enjoy the weekend - I know I am!!!

Originally posted by missinshadow
what is a tag line?

missinshadow.... tag line is the whitty little saying under someone's screen name placed by the tag fairy. :)

Talk to you all soon!

Melanie

[ThreeCircles]

Hello Melanie--

I called DCL this afternoon and booked the Aquaboat and Snorkle tour for Grand Cayman. I'm still not 100% sure I want to do it but this way I at least have a spot.

[Mjasp]

Hey Jason... YOU GOT TAGGED!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Always wondered when you were going to get tagged

[ThreeCircles]

Joanna--

It's only a day or two old. Maybe it will remind me to go to bed at a decent time. :D

[missinshadow]

I looked at elke's profile and i have a feeling that could be our aunt. she is the one putting the cruise together for all of us. Thanks for putting us on page 1.


8 weeks getting restless :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce:


:earsgirl: :earsboy::earseek:

[nuts4sn00py]

Wow! I can't get over how many NY'ers & NJites are going to be on this Cruise! I'm going to feel right at home!:wave: I'm starting to get excited now that the final pmt has been made. I hope to meet many of you on board & if any of your kids are looking to chat my DD who is 10(will be 11 in Oct.), would probably love to chat with other girls who are on the same cruise. I will PM you with her screen name if they are interested! See you all soon! Kathy

[MoranClan]

Hello Kathy

We are former Brooklynites Also..

We cant wait for the Cruise...

If you want I am making magnets for the state room doors..If you want one..

Let me know what name you want on the magnet and what cabin number..

Cruising Soon

Bobby

[MoranClan]

A word of advise....GO PARASAILING!!!! It is just amazing up there! I'm terrified of heights and it didn't feel that high! I just couldn't believe it!

Thats from a Cruiser on the boards..

Who is going on CC??

It is more fun to talk with someone who doesn't use long, difficult words but rather short, easy words like "What about lunch?"

Talk later

Bobby

[Reenieny18]

Welcome Kathy:wave2: ... This is a great board. If you don't feel like your family on here,, something is wrong.
I have been refering to you guys on a first name basis. My kids already know who I am talking about when I mention something.. It gets addicting.
Is there Support group for us after a cruise.???lol Bobby we have 5 for parasailing at CC :crazy2:

I was in the HOT TUB tonight with my son and we were thinking NEXT MONTH , we can do this without all the bugs around.... in PARADISE:sunny:
Terry?? is it already 8 weeks?? Its so good to say NEXT MONTH,, wowo.
HA PP Y 4 th of JU LY everyone


:thewave: Reenie:thewave:

[Mjasp]

Hi Kathy and welcome aboard. If you want me to put you on Page one for quick reference, just let me know who will be sailing with you and if you are staying pre night, just let me know which hotel you are staying in.

Reenie... LOL with the speaking of DISers on a first name basis. When we are with our neighbors and we talk about our cruise, I always speak of you guys on a first name basis. Just today at a BBQ we were talking about Mega millions and they had 1 winner in MA. I said I wonder if it is Terry, and my neighbor said who is Terry and my DD's said don't ask. LOL My moms on line friends.

Have a great 4th

Joanna

[MoranClan]

Hello Everyone..

Have a safe day today...

http://www167.pair.com/rjmweb/disney/cruise/anima1.gif

:bday:AMERICA

Bobby

[MoranClan]

Cant believe its only next Month..WOO HOO...

I am going to try and lose 25 pounds before the cruise..

My Diet offically starts Monday..

Doing a Low Carb, Low Fat Diet..

That means No Beer Until the Cruise..But Wait till I get Onboard..:drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1

I figure in 8 weeks...25 pounds is easy..

I figure...Lose 25 before the cruise..Gain 20 back..Over all I lose 5 pounds..Thats good isnt it?..hahah

[Mary Anne]

Happy 4th all.

I woke t his morning thinking in 8 weeks when I wake my coffee will be delivered to my door. I won't have to walk anywhere to get it or make it.

[nuts4sn00py]

Hi Reenie! Thanks for the welcome & your absolutely right, it does feel like family here! :) Joanna, I would love to be included on the 1st page! It will be myself, DH, DD who is 10, DS who is 9 & my BIL. We will be traveling with my Best friend, her DH & her DS who is also 9. The first time her & I ever went away on our own was to WDW in 1986. Now we get to take our families away for our first DCL cruise! I'm trying not to wish the summer away, but I soooo can't wait for this cruise!:hyper: :hyper: It's gotten even better now that I know so many fellow Dis'ers are onboard! :goodvibes I hope to be able to get to meet you whenever the Dis meet is on board! By the way Bobby, I too am trying to drop some weight before the Cruise! I'll be 40 in September & want to look good for my "Suprise Party!" :cake: My girlfriend was 40 in April & we are celebrating our b'days on the Cruise! Seems to be alot of us celebrating b'days. on this Cruise, hope DCL knows what it's in for! :crazy2: See you all there! Kathy ;)

[Mjasp]

Kathy...You are now on page 1, also I don't know if you know about ********************** You can find about all the DIS meets and more there.

[Reenieny18]

Its so nice to see so much more PATRIOTISM since 911. It's a shame it took that to have it happen.
Moms and Dads,, that have children fighting the WAR ON TERRORISM THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU!!.

Kathy, I am travling with my sister but she is older than your BIL. She is a Disney Fanatic, I think she had been there 25 +times, and not even a resident of FLORIDA,,, yet!!!!

BOBBY.... 25 lbs,, I like your logic of loosing and overall weight lost after the cruise.
I wonder if WEIGHT WATCHERS would agree to that..

Joanna , That is real funny about the BBQ. I know jsut what you mean.

HMM we havn't heard form TERRY in a few days either,,, Did she win and leave us all behind with her milllions?? Or is she just enjoying the JERSEY SHORES??:boat:

:Pinkbounc Doreen:Pinkbounc

[MoranClan]

Hello fellow Cruisers..

Was Laying out by my pool today, trying to get my base coat for the cruise...I started getting hot..

Kept raising my hand, and no one came over to get me a drink..

I realized I wasnt on the cruise yet..

I yelled to my DW to get me one..and well.
.Cant say what her answer was...

Figures...hehe

I posted this on the main board, but maybe someone here can help me..

Ice Coffee...Make your own from the coffee station, or is there another place in the Early AM you can get some..

Also what time is the coffee available on deck 9?..

Thanks

Bobby

[MoranClan]

Hello Cruisers..

Just received an updated Navigator from June..

Looks like Monday night, our first day at sea is the 60's Dance party at the Rockin D Bar..I believe this is the beatles night :rockband: 11:00pm till---:sunny:

This would make a great Dis meet for all or party people and drinkers..:drinking1

I suggest this for our Onboard Dis Party..

Any other suggestions are welcome..

also if anyone needs any info from the navigator let me know..

Bobby

[turtlekrawl]

Hi All,
Have been here since the 25th....having a magical time...everything has been perfect....

Can't believe the cruise is less than sixty days away....! Thinking of doing the Ruins tour but not sure what to do with our seven year old....Other than that we haven't thought about it too much....

We're off to Chef Mickey's and then to MK for the fireworks...
hope the daily rain shower stops in time...

Have a safe and magical holiday weekend everyone!

Jim

[Mary Anne]

So glad you are enjoying OKWest. We spent 4th of July there 2 years ago!

I have spent this 4th of July Week-end with 165,000+ people at Shea Stadium. LOL

Does anyone know if they've replaced the O'Rays @ the Wide World of Sports in Disney. I'm trying to find out if there will be any minor league baseball when we are there in August. If anyone hasn't seen a baseball game from the Disney Field, do do it if you get a chance. It's really neat.

[DARWIN91]

Moran Clan - I think the coffee station on Deck 9 is 24 hours a day!

[ThreeCircles]

I'm sure that the Cove Cafe has iced coffee on their menu. The Navigators indicate that they open at 8 am.

I'm sure some of the other bars and lounges may have them as well.

[sandygirl]

I have a friend onboard the Magic sailing the Western this week. He promised to bring me home Navigators. If you want any updated info let me know.

Happy 4th of July!

[admepo]

Welcome to the board Kathy!

Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend!

Bobby, I am with you 100% on your weight loss logic! Hoping to drop some pounds before the cruise too but I just know whatever I lose I will gain back on board!!!

I was also wondering about the iced coffee but figured with its popularity that Disney should have it somewhere onboard.

Jason... glad to hear you were able to get a spot on the Aquaboats! Now you just have to watch out for us - Adam hasn't driven a boat in years! :)

Jim - Enjoy WDW - we will be there in a little over a week...can't wait to go!

Reading the postd from the weekend I was LOL - I also speak of all of you by first name no longer saying things like "Joanna from the DIS board for our cruise" - this has now turned into just Joanna! Will be great to put faces with all the names finally (those of us who do not have photos on ************ yet anyway!) Can't wait until we are all onboard!

Hope you all had a good 4th! Talk to you soon!

Melanie

[ThreeCircles]

Originally posted by admepo
Will be great to put faces with all the names finally (those of us who do not have photos on ************ yet anyway!)

Don't forget everyone, you can send in your photo for the site at any time! That way, you'll be able to spot people you know even before the Dis meet! :)

[winnyis]

Ok - finally got with DH and booked our excursions today:

On Grand Cayman -
Grand Cayman Island Tour - 10:00AM (Still hoping to convince DD to do stingray city again instead but so far she's not budging - LOL)

Castaway Cay
DH & DBIL are doing parasailing at 11:30
DD and I and Dsis and Dnephew are doing banana boat rides @ 10:30

Still hoping to rent an electric car in Key West and cruise around on our own and will more than likely do Mr Sanchos in Cozumel (after jewelry shopping of course..)

Count me and DH in for the DisMeet at 60's night.

Bobby - I am with you on the weight loss thing... Im gonna try for a few pounds myself so I can indulge on the cruise.

Hope you all had a great long weekend...

Ginny

[MoranClan]

Found a Navigator from June 19th..

From this, I hope this will be the Night life available..

Sat..Rockin D Bar 11:30-1:30
Sun..Rockin D Bar 10:30-1:30
Mon..Rockin D Bar 11:00-1:30 60's Nite
Tues..Rockin D Bar 10:45-1:30 80's Nite
Wed..Deck Party 10:00-11:30
Thur..Rockin D Bar 11:00-1:30 70's nite
Fri..Diversions 11:00----- Pub Nite

Hope this helps anyone that wants to get together at nite..

Bobby

[SeaSpray]

Hi everyone :wave2:

I'm still here; I haven't won a million dollars. LOL I don't even play the lottery! LOL Besides, if I did suddenly come into a LOT of money, you don't think I'd leave my DIS friends out of it, do you??
:p

It's been a busy weekend here. On Saturday we painted our house. We bought this house 5 years ago, and it was a medium blue with navy blue shutters and white trim. Now it's a taupe/tan color with a buttery-cream colored trim, and I picked out a really nice, but subtle shade of dusty-plum. In Home Depot, it's a Behr brand color called "Wine Frost". I love it! We've already painted the front door this color, and we're going to order raised-panel shutters and paint them the same color.

Yesterday (Sunday) we went to a beach in Rhode Island called Little Compton. What a beautiful day to be at the ocean. It had me daydreaming about the cruise.... :sunny:

Today we woke up to heavy rain so we slept in late then took the boys out to brunch then painted the front door and visited with some neighbors.

All in all, a great weekend and a great start to the summer. :)

A week from today I'll be at the New Jersey shore. I'll be bringing my laptop with me and will be able to sign on to the message boards at least once or twice while I'm gone. I'll be there for 2 weeks. I'll try to get online and do the weekly countdowns :cool:

I can't wait for 60's night. This is the night that the "Beatles" perform, right?? John and I will definitely be looking for some nightlife on the cruise ::yes::

[winnyis]

I see on Three Circles.net that you are celebrating your 40th on 9/13 . I am also celebrating mine on this cruise but my real birthday is 9/10....we will have to have a drink to celebrate together....

Ginny

[O'BWV]

Hi Everyone!

Hope you all had a happy 4th! We had 32 for a BBQ and are quite tired today! I booked the REAS pkg on Thurs. as a surprise for my husband (it's our 20th anniversary) and will call Debbie tomorrow to make our ressies. I also booked the Stingray tour through Native Way on Grand Cayman. I really want to do the dune buggy or jeep tour on Cozumel but it's been a long time since either me or DH drove a stick shift. Is it like riding a bike, you know, you never forget how? I'm going to visit over to ***************** right now and read up on the DIS meets and all.

We are also staying at the Radisson on Friday night before the cruise. Did I remember reading there is a list of who is staying there Friday night?

Getting really excited now!

[Mjasp]

O'BWV...Definitely go to three circles website and let Jason know you are staying at the Radisson, he will put you down for the Radisson DIS meet.

I also put you on page one as staying at the Radisson, anyone else staying at the Radisson or any other hotel pre night and want me to put it on page one for quick glance.

[O'BWV]

Thanks for adding my info to the first page Joanna!

Jason will you please add me to the Radisson DIS meet please?


Thanks,
Mary Rose

[Karel]

Well, I have officially started the gathering process. This is the precursor to packing. The suitcases won't come out till later this month but I'm starting to make piles.

I bought a button down shirt for one son and need to do something about shoes for them. I need to look for some underwater cameras.

[ThreeCircles]

Mary Rose--

I'll add you to the Radisson Dis Meet list with the next update. Thanks for letting us know you'll be there!

[MoranClan]

Was reading the posts..

Where is everyones signature and countdowns?..

Im at 50 Days Now..:bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc :earseek:

Bobby

[Mary Anne]

Just adding my countdown post

Back to work today. Hope you all have a nice day.

[sandygirl]

Terry,
We will be in Cape May from the 10th to the 17th. Where will you be at the shore?

Darlene

[sandygirl]

HEY! Where's my countdown and stuff???? I feel naked!

[SeaSpray]

There's a thread over on the Community Board which said that they have the signatures turned off for the next day or two because they're working on something. So...I'm sure we'll get to see our countdowns again soon :)

Darlene, I'll be in the Toms River/Seaside area of NJ. I LOVE Cape May and Wildwood though :) Wildwood Crest is one of my favorite beaches.

[admepo]

Good Morning everyone! :wave:

Terry & Darlene..... I LOVE Cape May and Wildwood. Went there every summer for 17 years. My family always stayed at the Montreal Hotel in Cape May for some reason. Wildwood Crest is also my favorite! DH and I are planning to go to Wildwood Crest with the kids next summer. Any suggestions on best places to stay???? We are family of 5 if that makes a difference. We haven't been there in years. Can't wait to go back....something so different about Jersey Shore! :)

Hope everyone enjoys their day today! :)

Melanie

[sandygirl]

Melanie - I don't know much about Wildwood Crest but Cape May is awesome. There are so many options for lodging: bed & breakfast, hotel, motel, inn, house rentals, etc. I love a place where I can park my car and walk the rest of the week. The only time I drive is to the lighthouse or Cape May County Zoo or Cold Springs Village, and now you can take the train to the zoo or village. I love the beach and it is quieter than Wildwood. The Victorian architecture is beautiful and creates a nostalgic atmosphere that I find peaceful. I'll check out the Montreal Inn for you, I know where it is. Tell me about Wildwood Crest.

Terry - Have a great time at the shore! Toms River is a little north. You like Wildwood Crest, too? What's in Wildwood Crest? I had an aunt who used to live in Wildwood but near the Crest, I think. Isn't that south of Wildwood?

I love to travel far and wide. But there is nothing like the Jersey shore. I can feel the tension and stress just ease away with my first whiff of the Jersey shore ocean breeze. Nothing like getting up early in the morning and walking the beach/boards/promenade. A little sea mist in the air and nothing but seagulls for mates and a good cup of coffee. Totally wrecks my hair but restores my soul.

[Karel]

We go to North Wildwood every September for the Firefighter convention. On the island, it's North Wildwood, then Wildwood and then the Crest. They run into each other and it's hard to tell when one ends and the other begins. The Crest is more family oriented and a lot quieter. In North Wildwood the beach used to be very wide but now there's not much left. There's more beach in Wildwood and in the Crest.

You might have a harder time finding a motel in the Crest than the other Wildwoods. Would you consider renting a house?

I haven't been in Cape May for years. We used to sit at the raw bar on the dock and eat and drink. I've always wanted to eat at the Lobster House.

[lynr]

Karel:

We go to the Fireman's convention every year. My husband is in the Stratford Fire Dept. which Dept. do you go with?

We are headed to Wildwood on the 17th for a week with friends I can't wait eventhough Ocean City is my favorite.

Lyn:sunny:

[Karel]

Lyn -

My husband is with Wenonah Fire Co. We stay in N. Wildwood at Long Beach Lodge. It on the corner of Ninth, right across from the beach. All the rooms open onto balconies facing the beach. It is one of the nicest places to sit and relax. Our whole fire co. takes the top floor every year.

Do you watch the fire truck parade?

Sea Isle is my favorite beach. We used to get the second floor of a house with friends, B.C. (before children)

Karel

[SeaSpray]

Wildwood Crest is south of Wildwood, and is very quiet and is family-oriented, just like Karel said. There isn't a real lot to do right there, but it's right next to the Wildwood itself, and a short drive to other attractions, and Cape May. We always stay at a hotel right *on* the beach, with rooms facing the ocean.

I've stayed at The Madrid hotel several times. http://www.madridmotel.com/ Every ones of their rooms faces the ocean. There are a lot of hotels right on the beach in Wildwood Crest, and there are a lot more which are just off the beach by a block or so. Of course, the closer you are to the beach, the more expensive they are, but all in all, I don't find the hotels there to be overly expensive at all, relatively speaking!

Here's another hotel that I like a lot: http://www.regesresort.com/

I SO cannot wait to get to NJ, less than a week now!!! :sunny: :sunny: :sunny:

P.S. A friend of mine goes to the Firemen's Convention every year, her husband and brother in law are with the South Amboy Fire Dept. They've been going for well over 20 years now!

[admepo]

Darlene....As everyone has already said Wildwood Crest is just a bit more on the relaxing side, more family oriented, and IMO the closest thing in Wildwood area to Cape May. The beaches do run together from North Wildwood, Wildwood, and Wildwood Crest - but the atmosphere around each is different. Don't get me wrong - I love the piers just as much as anyone else but I also like the quiet relaxation that you can't seem to get near them! lol I do still LOVE Cape May but I have been overruled by DH and DS's that Wildwood area is the place to go and Cape May is reserved for day trips for us now! I just love to walk around in that town and see all the old buildings! I can see it now...Uncle Bill's pancakes YUM...Morrow's Nut House....getting hungry! :)

Terry... Thanks for the hotel suggestions. Will check out the sites. Wish I was going there sooner than next year, but oh well! I do live in FL so the beach isn't too far away ever...not the Jersey Shore of course, but a beach just the same! :)

Karel... we did consider renting a house since our family in NJ will probably stop down to visit us while we are there it may be the best way to go.

Enjoy your day everyone!
:wave:

Melanie

[lynr]

Karel:

We stay at the New Englander on New Jersey Ave around 9th St. so the parade goes right by.

I will be looking for you during the convention.

Lyn:sunny:

[Reenieny18]

I havn't seen any post from this group. Where are you? Are you on the cruise without me already??? I will be so sad:(

How many more days?:Pinkbounc :bounce:
Doreen

[nuts4sn00py]

Hi Ginny :wave2: we will definitely have to have a drink for our birthdays! I plan on celebrating every night! :drinking1 , I am sooo psyched for this trip! I haven't booked any excursions yet as nothing has really caught my fancy. I think I'm going to do Captain Marvins Stingray City tour in GC & Playa del Sol Beach in Cozumel. I think I might just wing it in Key West. Any suggestions from all of you are gladly welcomed.::yes:: BTW Joanna, I did sign-up on 3circles. I appreciate you giving me a heads up about their site! Well, that's all for now! Kathy :wave2:

[Mjasp]

Hi All...I am still here:(

Are we in the 40 something days yet? I miss my counter

In a couple of weeks some of us may start getting our docs:Pinkbounc

Joanna

[sandygirl]

Melanie - You're making my mouth water **Morrow's**Uncle Bill's**! Can't wait for Sat to get here. I still have to pack but it is much easier now that DD doesn't need special equipment. I remember her first year - pack-n-play, stroller, formula, diapers, diaper disposals, a zillion changes of clothes- and carrying it all up three flights of stairs.

I really think if you can rent a house you will appreciate it. I found when we traveled to Florida with family that it was cheaper and more convenient at times to rent a house.

Hope everyone is having a great week! I'm in therapy (for my back, not my head!). Hopefully it helps. I'm doing the Tulum Ruins if I have to crawl up them.

[DARWIN91]

FYI - not sure if you can climb the ruins in Tulum anymore. My girlfriend went to Tulum 2 yrs ago and could not. I went in 1990 and she didn't believe me that my DH was able to climb them. I had to show her the pictures that I took of him while I sweated at the bottom of the ruins ( it was well over 100 degrees). Bring lots of water.

Does anyone know if you can climb anymore?

[winnyis]

Joanna - my TA called DCL today and they told her my docs should be sent out in about 2 weeks... Wooo Hooo.. thats when it really starts to feel close.

I am in pre-packing mode.. I went and got new luggage last weekend (since Airtran in FT Lauderdale ripped my biggest suitcase last November when we went on Navigator) and have started getting stuff I know we will need..

Its 6 weeks for me since I leave on the 21st... it will be so nice to have 17 days of sun and fun.. DH and I need it so bad... but on the other hand I hate to wish my summer away.

Ginny

[Reenieny18]

But where is Bobby and Jason?? havnt seen them post in awhile.
Ginny: We leave the 25th. I know what you mean about needing to get away.
I left home at 8am and never got home until 730pm last night.
Joanna: I have seen people from other boards receiving their doc,, they leave the week before us:smooth:
I am celebrating my bday as well... Um 40th . My kids are making sure I know I am turning 40 too,lol:bday:
Kathy: We are doing Playa del sol as well. I wanted a day of relaxing on the beach. Key West we are going to visit family there and let them show us the area.
My sister is not much of a swimmer so we are doing a Ship wreck and snorkling in the Caymens. I guess you have a chance to stand in 3 ft of water if you need to.
When I preview my post, it tells me I have 48 days till I leave,, WHAOOO:Pinkbounc :confused:


Have a great day everyone:wave2:
Doreen

[winnyis]

Reenieny - just a small note about the shipwreck snorkle in grand cayman... we did it last november on Navigator of the Seas and if its the same ship wreck (the Cali) the water is much much deeper than 3 feet. (probably 20 feet or so). The wreck is right off the coast of Georgetown in front of where all the ships dock. It was very cool to see - my kids enjoyed it alot.

You might want to ask that question of disney so your sister knows before hand.

Me, you and Nuts4snoopy will all have to celebrate together..... gosh did you ever think you would ever "Celebrate" turning 40!!! LOL


Ginny

[admepo]

Hello everyone! :wave2:

I am really missing my countdown! :( Hopefully we will see them again soon! On the other countdown I have on my computer it reads 50 days!!!! WOO HOO!!!! Can't wait to see the documents which will hopefully be on their way soon! Wishful thinking I know... :rolleyes:

Can't wait for next week...leaving Wednesday for WDW for a few days with the kids! ::MickeyMo Staying at our favorite resort Coronado Springs!!! :teeth:

Well, everyone ENJOY your day! And "Talk" to you soon! :wave:

Melanie

[nuts4sn00py]

Hi Doreen, Did you book Play del Sol thru Disney or are you doing it on your own? I'm thinking maybe we could take a cab there & that way we can leave when we want. We have friends in Key West, so we may have them show us around, but I'm pretty sure we are going to do the Butterflies & the Aquarium. I'm not use to not having anything planned, but my DH advised me he trusts whatever I choose.:hyper: Nothing like a little pressure. I have to start making a list of things to pack, but we have so much going on that I can't seem to find the time. Is anyone bringing liquor onboard? My girlfriend & I love mudslides so I was thinking of maybe buying a bottle for our room. My BIL is thinking of bringing a case of beer for his room, otherwise he'll have no money for anything else! Ohhh, I make it sound like he's an alcoholic,:crazy: but he does like his beers! I didn't have an assigned room when I booked so I am really looking foward to my docs., so I can see where we all finally ended up! Anyway, you all have a good day & I'm sure I'll be checking in again later! Kathy :wave2:

[winnyis]

Kathy - we always bring liquor on board.. Just tell your stateroom host and he will keep it iced for you all week. DH and DBIL are bringing a case of beer each.. plus we will bring some Cuervo and mix for margaritas.... I love mudslides too - now you have me thinking that I should bring some of that stuff too..




:sunny:

Ginny

[ThreeCircles]

Hello all--

I know some of you have mentioned missing your coutdowns to the cruise so I thought I would share a cool program I found on the net. It's called Time Left and basically its a countdown program that will countdown to any event, time, and day you set. It has a TON of different fonts, colors, and other effects that you can set. You can set it to "stay on the top window" meaning that when you open a new window you'll still be able to see the countdown or you can close it and it will only reopen the next time you turn on the PC.

Best of all, it's FREE! (Well, the light version, anyway.)

I've had the program installed on my compter for ever now and it works very well. There's no bundled shareware or anything with the program either.

Here's the link: http://www.timeleft.info/

[nuts4sn00py]

Hey Ginny, Are you bringing your liquor on board at Cape Canaveral or some place else? My BIL was thinking he would wait until Key West to buy his beer, is one place cheaper than the other? I'm really going to enjoy this cruise as I can tell there are alot of others who are just like us! I just hope I can manage the late nights & early mornings!:p By the way, we are doing the late dining..which are you doing? My DH is not use to eating late so this should be interesting.:tongue: My DD is going to be happy to know that there are so many other girls her age on board also! She is very outgoing & makes friends easily, unlike her mom! My DS & I are the shy ones, but the rest of my family makes up for us!::yes:: I've been trying to get my girlfriend to log on to the DIS, but she never has any time. Boy, will she be stunned when she finds out how many people I'm going to know on this Cruise!;) But now I have to get to work, I have so much house cleaning to do & nothing is getting done while I'm online! See ya'll later! Kathy :wave2:

[winnyis]

Kathy - we always bring our stuff on board when we get on in Port Canaveral.. There is a liquor store down the road from the radisson that has Corona in cans (DH's favorite beer) so we usually get a case of that and then if we run out we can get more at the islands...

As far as dining.. we have early dining. We had late dining our first cruise and basically had our kids falling asleep at the dinner table each night. Your DH will be ok with late - have him get some room service like cheese and crackers each night while your getting ready and that will hold him over til dinner.

I know what you mean about other people not logging on.. My sister and I have had this cruise booked since 12/2002 and she has never logged on.. she just has me make her all the same reservations that I make myself and knows that I will know all the inside info from these boards and will share it with her.

Are you staying at the Radisson the night before the cruise... if so, our kids will get a chance to meet then.. I have a 9 year old DD and 6 year old DS, and my sisters kids are 8 and 4.


Ginny

[MoranClan]

Hello Fellow Cruisers..

My countdown is at 48:06:46:48:20 as I type..

I CANT WAIT..

How was everyones Holiday Weekend?..

Have been Real busy at work..Too Busy..

I keep a calander in the truck to count down..

Talk Later

Bobby

[MoranClan]

More magnents Added

Moranclan
The Kurtz Family
The Marshall Family
************
The Brown Family
Tina & Bill
Adam & Melanie
The Redles Family
Stan, Darlene, Sandra
MJASP
Doreen, Marty, Daniel
Karen & Jaclyn
"Maryanne" ( Last Name With held For Privacy") Do you want Room Number?
Terry & John
Robby
Craig
The DeLuca's
The Benton's
The Driscoll Family
"DIS" For all the want Blank Ones..


Any one Else want Magnents?..

Bobby

[nuts4sn00py]

Hi Ginny, I'm or I should say, we are flying in the day of the cruise. I know, I know, what if something happens. I have trip insurance & we all couldn't get the day before off, so we are leaving on a 7am flight. I hope to be at the ship by 11am, if not
a little earlier. I don't know how early the liquor stores open, but if they are open that early we will probably get our "drinks" before boarding at Cape Canaveral. My DD is 10 & my DS is 9. Hopefully we will meet up early on, my DD is very outgoing & will probably make friends with some of the kids before we even board. Meanwhile my DS is the shy one so he usually has a harder time. I feel like we're old friends already. Look foward to chatting with you & meeting you & all the other Dis'ers on this Cruise. I have only met one other Dis'er & that was a wonderful experience. ::yes:: This cruise is going to be DISLicious, in more ways than one! Kathy :wave2:

[O'BWV]

Hi Bobby,

May I request a magnet for my family please? What information do you need? Here is some basic info: The O'Brien Family Stateroom 6110. Celebrating 20th Anniversary. We're from Central NJ. Does that cover it? Thanks very much in advance. It's really nice of you to do this for everybody!!


On another note, I talked to Debbie yesterday about our REAS reservations. She couldn't have been nicer - just like everyone says. We requested the APL rotation. Booked Palo brunch on Monday at 11, Massages on Monday at 3:30 and Palo dinner on Thurs. at 8. I'm wondering if I shouldn't change the dinner to Tuesday night? Is Thursday night okay for Palo's? Isn't it the Captain's Gala? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks!

[SeaSpray]

Bobby, you can delete the "Brown Family" magnet since you are nice enough to make us the others ("John & Terry" and "Craig" and "Robby"). Thank you!

[missinshadow]

Hi everyone! Hope everyone had a great holiday weekend!
Three circles: Thanks for the address for the countdown I loaded it and now my DS(8) is back on track for the cruise. He missed the count.
Even though we are going on the same cruise as all of you DISers I feel as if our cruise is further away because we aren't leaving our houses untill the morning of so I'm still in the 50's for days actually 501/2:)
Any one going golfing in grand cayman?

[ThreeCircles]

Carolyn--

We're right with you girl! We won't be leaving until the morning of the cruise either.

We generally finish packing around midnight the night before the cruise :), get six hours or less of sleep, and leave the house around 7:30 or 8:00. That generally puts us at the port by 10:00 or 10:30.

So, in short, we too still have about 50 days!

Glad to hear that John is enjoying the countdown. I think it's a pretty cool program myself!

[missinshadow]

so it takes you guys 3-3.5 hours to get there as well. that is what we are figuring. I'm hoping i can get the whole family going on my timeline to get there. everyone putters around alot. if it were just my house (3 of us) I would go the night before but we'll have to see if i can get everyone going we are lokking to leave around 7:30 We'll get there around 10 I'm assuming. We've never driven there so i got directions of the internet.

That should be funny! Our car pool and nobody has ever driven there before.:crazy: :crazy: I'm glad i'm good with maps and directions.!!!!!:smooth:

[missinshadow]

sorry i figured that wrong 2 1/2 to 3 hours!! Hee Hee!
It's late

[ThreeCircles]

Yeah. We usually figure 2.5 hours or so if I-4 is clear. Of course, I-4 is a disaster but that's another story.

You probably won't have any problems with the drive and the directions to the port. It's a pretty straight shot.

For our first cruise, way back in May of 2000, we stayed overnight at Disney and then drove the rest of the way to the port on the morning of the cruise. That made it a bit less stressful for the first time. Now that we've done it a couple of times though, we're pretty comfortable with driving the whole way the morning of.

[nuts4sn00py]

Hi MaryAnne, What part of Queens do you live in? My best friend who is coming on the Cruise lives in Forest Hills. I too am a Mets fan, but I'm really a NY fan. I'll root for the Yankees when they are playing anyone but the Mets:teeth: I have loved the Mets ever since Gary Carter played for them...#13...whoo hoo! But I loved the Yankees when Thurman Munson was playing for them!:eek: Think I have a thing for catchers!::yes:: Anyway, just wanted to say "hi" & look foward to meeting you on the Cruise! Bobby: If it's not to much trouble, could you make 3 magnets for me? I promise we'll buy you 3 drinks..:drinking1 :drinking1 :drinking1 ...I don't have room #s yet as we booked cat 11 gty, I know it is kind of short notice, so if you can't I understand! I wish I was more computer literate, I don't even know how to download pictures yet! :confused3 Thanks, Kathy :wave2:

[nuts4sn00py]

Anyone interested in a fishing excursion from this group? I am researching all ports to see what each one offers, such as what fish they go out for & the prices & times. My family loves to fish & my DH & BIL would love to fish while we are away. If any of you know of any good charters I would love to know about it. I am interested in all ports but CC, I'm sure there are some fellow fisherman/fisherwomen out there. Also, if there are others interested maybe we could get a group rate! Just a thought! Kathy :wave2:

[SeaSpray]

7 weeks to go!!!

[Mary Anne]

kathy, I live right next door to Forest Hills! Are you flying or driving. We're flying down the week before. So fo me I've got six more weeks of work! I'm so looking forward to vacation.

We were going to take a small trip to Scranton, Pa to see the AAA Red Barons (Philly farm team) play the NYMet Farm team the Tides but I thin we're just going to stay home. I'm starting to panic about everything that still has to be done before vacation!

[MoranClan]

WOO HOO
http://www167.pair.com/rjmweb/disney/cruise/pirate.gif

Well..Been on the diet 1 week..Lost 10 pounds so Far..I know its water weight..But hey its a start..

At least 20 more to go before the cruise..I Hope..

Bobby

WOO HOO

[winnyis]

WOW Bobby thats great... what diet are you doing South Beach???

[MoranClan]

Originally posted by nuts4sn00py
Anyone interested in a fishing excursion from this group? I am researching all ports to see what each one offers, such as what fish they go out for & the prices & times. My family loves to fish & my DH & BIL would love to fish while we are away. If any of you know of any good charters I would love to know about it. I am interested in all ports but CC, I'm sure there are some fellow fisherman/fisherwomen out there. Also, if there are others interested maybe we could get a group rate! Just a thought! Kathy :wave2:

Hello Kathy...

I would love to go fishing as I am an Advid fisherman..I checked prices for all the Islands...Really Way too Expensive for me..

I was hoping to bring my pole and fish from my Verandahhttp://www167.pair.com/rjmweb/disney/cruise/fishermaninachair.gif

Let me know if they want to do something..

Bobby

[MoranClan]

Originally posted by winnyis
WOW Bobby thats great... what diet are you doing South Beach???

Well...Kind of a mix of South Beach and Atkins..

Basically...Very Low Fat and less than 15g a day of carbs..

No red meat for a while..Gave up Diet Pepsi for the caffeine...And BEER..:sad:

But I figure I will look good for the Cruise..hehe

I will do this For 4 weeks...And then start to introduce carbs again...

I did it 2 years ago and lost 60 pounds in 3 months...But Gained 50 Back Because well..I like to eat and Drink..hehe

I am going off it for the cruise...

I want to try and eventually lose 80 pounds..Dont know If I can, Im kinda Big Boned and I used to lift alot of weights..So we will see..

Bobby

[nuts4sn00py]

We are flying down MaryAnne. I prefer to fly in/out of JFK, but I got a great price with AA and so I am flying in/out of LGA:rolleyes: I know what you mean about panic setting in! I feel so disorganized! I'm finding I've been very indecisive lately. :scratchin I'm glad I have that extra week, otherwise they just might be carting me away!:crazy: Bobby I know what you mean about price for the fishing trips!:faint: My DH felt CC was too high, he should only see some of the prices I've seen! Shirley from the Perfect Gift has offered to see if she can find someone for us in Key West (*thanks Shirley*). I guess we're spoiled as we go out on my DH's boat when we want to go fishing, or Sheepshead Bay. I figured this is a chance for my DH to fish for something he has never fished for before. He has a friend in Key West & we are going to see what he recommends, as soon as I know something I will be sure to let you know! I'm really going to try & work on this! Kathy:wave2:

[Mary Anne]

I will fly out of LaG if I have too but will never, ever fly into it again! (Haven't for close to 10 years).

We are are Jet Blue so we're going into and out of JFK.

Can I ask what you're paying for your air? We booked kind of late, I was dragging my feet should have done it about two months before and would have gotten it slighly cheaper. Last March we paid about $225 round trip per person but the flight times were what we wanted, it went in and out of JFK and we really like Jet Blue. My flight now is up to $438 PER PERSON. Glad we booked when we did.

If anyone sees me online during the day tomorrow tell me to get off the PC, LOL< I really need to start laying stuff out, especially the dress clothing. I think DH's Tux needs to go to the cleaners and I have to see what still FITS me from our last cruise. Oldest Son needs colored dress shirts. All he has is white from school and he said he has no problem wearing a shirt and tie for dinner but he wants something more classy and modern then just white. Can't say I blame the poor kid.

You know, I never ever got anything from Disney regarding shore stuff. I'm not planning on doing anything but has anyone else NOT heard from them.

Don't tell, I'm watching the thread that sails before us so I can see when their documents start showing up so I'll know ours are only a few days before.

[winnyis]

MaryAnn - I never got any info on excursions from disney either.. but you can just go to the DCL website and all the excursions, times and prices are there and then you can email your reservations in.

I did this the other day and within 2 days had a confirming email back from disney

[nuts4sn00py]

Hi MaryAnne, I'm paying $175 per person. That is why I am in LGA. I couldn't get a decent price with JetBlue, I would love to fly on them but I have always found someone else who beats their price! Go figure! We aren't coming home until 9/6 as my girlfriends son has never been to Florida. She thinks he wants to do Universal as he likes Nickelodeon. We have been to WDW & Universal plenty, so either one is fine by me. I'm still ordering/buying clothes for the Cruise. We have something planned every week-end until 8/8. I think I have 2 free week-ends before we depart to get everything together. Kathy :wave2:

[Mary Anne]

That's a really good price.

[nuts4sn00py]

That's what everyone else said. Now you know why I'm tolerating LGA! LOL Kathy

[Karel]

I made a very exciting vacation purchase today - laundry soap ! Whoopie! ;) I also found stain remover laundry tablets at the dollar store. Since we're going to be on the road for fourteen days, including four travel days, I figure I'm going to have to do laundry at some point.

I did consider flying down because SW had air fare from Philly at $100 roundtrip. This is an excellent price. But then we'd have to think about other transportation and watch our packing (ie pack less) and decided maybe it wasn't all that great.

[MoranClan]

Ginny- I'm also getting ready to pack....Im so excited. Alll of my children are having Bday parties this week, and all of the new clothes are going in the cases with tags still on!

Sandygirl- This is my first trip without carriages, etc. and I'm wondering how Im going to carry everything without my"wheels:!!!!!!

nuts4snoopy- Im also from Brooklyn, and Sheepshead Bay is my old stomping ground, but my DH displaced me first in Queens and then out on LI.... at least the beaches are nice here!

Can't wait to meet everyone.....sooo close now!

Bye for now, Cindy::MinnieMo

[sandygirl]

Originally posted by MoranClan
Ginny- I'm also getting ready to pack....Im so excited. Alll of my children are having Bday parties this week, and all of the new clothes are going in the cases with tags still on!

Sandygirl- This is my first trip without carriages, etc. and I'm wondering how Im going to carry everything without my"wheels:!!!!!!

nuts4snoopy- Im also from Brooklyn, and Sheepshead Bay is my old stomping ground, but my DH displaced me first in Queens and then out on LI.... at least the beaches are nice here!

Can't wait to meet everyone.....sooo close now!

Bye for now, Cindy::MinnieMo

Cindy: I know what you mean. The stroller baskets are always a great place to carry stuff. I bought a jogging stroller last year large enough to accomodate DD and it HAD to have pockets and storage! I think for our trip down the shore I have just substituted paraphanalia for paraphanalia. Buckets, shovels, jump ropes, books, water bottles, nail polish, hair bands, you name it we are taking it! Someday I am walking out the door with a towel and a tooth brush. I'll probably be 80 but the day will come!

I'm leaving in the morning. Everyone have a great week!!!

[Mjasp]

I also never recieved anything from Disney about the shore excursions. I do have the booklet from our last cruise, and I also have looked on line and nothing has changed. I may book my excursions next week.

My 8 yr old is harassing me about Parasailing, I told her I was afraid to go and she started saying she was also, but without me she can't go and don't you think we should face our fears together. LOL
Now my 12 yr old is saying she IS going parasailing and going alone. When I ask her if she is afraid her answer to me is, afraid of what, riding above the ocean with a parachute attached to me and a life jacket on, yeah mom real scary.
Nothing like a 12 yr old putting things in perspective for you. I took my little one to the park last week and I went on the swing and I got pretty high up and when I was slowing down I got a little motion sickness feeling, that is when I decided I wasn't real sure about parasailing.

Well we are at 7 weeks until the cruise and 8 weeks until school starts, figure the second one will make everyone moan.

Have a great weekend
Good Night
Joanna

[nuts4sn00py]

You were right Joanne, I moaned! LOL. My kids go back on 9/8 so this Cruise will be there last hoorah.:sad: they were lucky this year as they got 2 vacations. They are returning tomorrow from a week in Lake George. My DS has already said he would rather go back to Lake George than go on the Cruise. I wonder if he realizes the cruise is a vacation for the adults, they are just getting to tagalong!:scratchin :jester: I'll have to see what he thinks after the Cruise. Anyway, have a good nite everyone & "talk" to y'all tomorrow! Kathy :wave2:

[Mary Anne]

Please do not mention the s word :earseek: :earseek: :earseek:

We go back the 8th also.

[ThreeCircles]

<center>:Pinkbounc Only 48 days!!! :Pinkbounc</center>

[missinshadow]

Hi Everyone!

Hope everyones weekend is going great!

I have 1 question DFIL has refrigerated medication. I thought I read somewhere that we can request that a refrigerator be brought to the cabin. Is that correct? His medication is very expensive and he is a little nervous about it. Can anyone help?

Thanks Carolyn



:Pinkbounc :bounce: 47 days:bounce: :Pinkbounc

[Mary Anne]

I think I have read that also about the refrigerator. I would call DCL now and see what arrangements they can make. I'm sure they will be most accommodating.

47
:bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

[winnyis]

Heads up to everyone staying at the Radisson on 8/27.... I just read on another thread that they added at 10 AM shuttle to the Port so I called and it is true.. I was able to switch mine and my sisters reservation to 10AM.. so you guys might want to call and do the same...

Ginny

[Mary Anne]

I just called! We're on for 10 am too! The girl didn't understand why so many people knew about it so quick! I told her I had know idea, it just kind of came to me to check LOL

[admepo]

I have had such withdrawls!!! Our cable modem is on the fritz - :rolleyes: and the cable guy can't get here to fix it until Monday afternoon so it is on sometimes and off most of the time so I have not seen these boards since early Friday morning :eek:

Bobby - Great job losing the pounds so far!!! Hope I have your luck and can do the same on my diet!

FL residents... Also driving up to the port the morning of! I am hoping we get to the port in about 4 hours...not looking forward to the drive on I-4 at all though.... :crazy:

Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend - I am going to post this quick before the modem decides it doesn't want to work again!!! Hopefully I can "talk" to y'all again soon!!! :)

Melanie

[Mjasp]

Originally posted by Mary Anne
Please do not mention the s word :earseek: :earseek: :earseek:

We go back the 8th also.

We go back on Tuesday the 7th YUCK! It's back from the cruise and back to school.

Without the timer, time has gone fast.

[SeaSpray]

Originally posted by winnyis
Heads up to everyone staying at the Radisson on 8/27.... I just read on another thread that they added at 10 AM shuttle to the Port so I called and it is true.. I was able to switch mine and my sisters reservation to 10AM.. so you guys might want to call and do the same...

Ginny

Thanks so much for the heads up, Ginny! I just called and got us moved up to the 10am shuttle :sunny:

[MoranClan]

Originally posted by winnyis
Heads up to everyone staying at the Radisson on 8/27.... I just read on another thread that they added at 10 AM shuttle to the Port so I called and it is true.. I was able to switch mine and my sisters reservation to 10AM.. so you guys might want to call and do the same...

Ginny

Thanks Ginny..

We just called also..

Girl on the phone was laughing..You are the 7th person to call..What are you a group...haha

She says she just may cancel the 10:30 and move it all to 10:00..

Thanks again

Bobby

[missinshadow]

Is there anywhere to purchase a disney cruise scrapbook besides on the ship? Family wants some scrapbooks made so I was looking to start putting some stuff together now and add pictures when we get back. Thanks about the fridge response. Aunt is calling on monday. I also read about sharps container. do they supply those also if you ask?

Thanks Carolyn

[Mary Anne]

She sais she just may cancel the 10:30 and move it all to 10:00..

It would also be a good idea to paint the shuttle green, lime green

Anyone have any idea how many people actually fit on the shuttle?

[Karel]

Originally posted by MoranClan

She sais she just may cancel the 10:30 and move it all to 10:00..
Thanks again
Bobby


I hope not! We're on the 10:30!! I think I'll stick to that. My husband thinks THAT is too early. I'd rather hang out at the Port than at the hotel.

Bought shoes for the boys today. We got water shoes last week and they went on sale today, so I'll be going back for refunds.

[pattiteach]

Just wanted to give my 2 cents in on the SCHOOl thing, I am a teacher in Philly and we are supposed to report to work on Sept. 1st!!!! Too bad I 'll be poolside with a cool drink in hand!! My coworkers are soooooo jealous!

[pattiteach]

by the way, Creative Memories has a Disney scrapbook as well as Disney stickers and cruise stickers. I hope that helps!

[missinshadow]

thanks
i wasn't sure where to look for them.:)

[Mary Anne]

Just wanted to give my 2 cents in on the SCHOOl thing, I am a teacher in Philly and we are supposed to report to work on Sept. 1st!!!! Too bad I 'll be poolside with a cool drink in hand!! My coworkers are soooooo jealous!

Going back to school before Labor Day is just unamerican :lol

When I was a kid we never went back before the Monday AFTER labor day. To me, that is when school should start.

[winnyis]

Hello All... Im glad all my DIS buddies were able to get on the 10AM shuttle too..I would have hated to ride over with a bunch of strangers.....

My kids go back to school on the 7th.. very early for us.. which means I better get all my stuff together before we leave because we dont come home from florida til the afternoon of the 6th...

Ginny

[SeaSpray]

My DSs go back on Wednesday, September 8th.

[Mary Anne]

Im glad all my DIS buddies were able to get on the 10AM shuttle too..I would have hated to ride over with a bunch of strangers.....

Yeah, those poor stragglers on the shuttle, they'll never know what hit 'em LOL

The lady on the phone this morning kept saying, exactly how big is this group that keeps calling??? ROFL

[MoranClan]

The lady on the phone this morning kept saying, exactly how big is this group that keeps calling??? ROFL

I know...HAHA

We were by our pool, and I was Laughing So loud..Cindy asked me what was so funny...

I didnt want to explain it ti the Girl at the Raddison..

Bobby

[Mary Anne]

Exactly how many of us are on that 10 am shuttle at this point?

We're 4... next?

[MoranClan]

Originally posted by Mary Anne
Exactly how many of us are on that 10 am shuttle at this point?

We're 4... next?

We are 5..

Remember..Dis Club , we dont talk about Dis Club :smooth:

that makes 9

Bobby

[pattiteach]

I know crazy thought to go back before Labor Day, our kids actually start on the7th also. But the teachers here in Philly have three days of Meetings!!! UGH!!! Glad I'll be cruisin'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As I said before, I am so excited to be cruising ( This is our first trip EVER , our 10th anniversary and our kids don't know and will not until the day we sail) I look on these boards everyday. All of you have such great information and ideas, and it makes the trip all the exciting with all this planning.

[SeaSpray]

Originally posted by MoranClan
We are 5..

Remember..Dis Club , we dont talk about Dis Club :smooth:

that makes 9

Bobby

9 + us 4 = 13

who else....?? :)

[winnyis]

we are 8 - so that makes 21

[MoranClan]

Lets all wear something green!

Cindy::MinnieMo

[Karel]

Um, I don't think that 21 will fit on the shuttle with all the luggage. Do they have two shuttles? Seems to me that there was space for 10, maybe 12.

I remember a big passenger van with three rows of seats. Maybe four? And then there's all the luggage.

[Mary Anne]

I thought I read that they now had a big type bus that held 35

Has anyone else heard this?

[MoranClan]

Hello Fellow Cruisers..

here is a pic of 2 shuttles from the Radisson..First one looks alot bigger than the Van in the back..

http://www167.pair.com/rjmweb/disney/cruise/home5_339.jpg

Bobby

[Mary Anne]

I think that bigger one is the one I've heard about Bobby! That'll fit our group just fine; :Pinkbounc

Since someone mentioned luggage, exactly how much is everyone taking. I have to admit, we travel very light. I use totes bags, they hold quite bit and then fold up int small pouches. We've been traveling with them for years now. We each have our own and they always are big enough for four days worth of clothing complete outfits and then some. We'll also have a luggage carry on that will fit the dressy outfits and DH's tux. So in all I'm thinking 5 carrry on's, (one will just be shoes) and the garmet bag. I'll do laundry once or twice, doesn't bother me. This way we can just do carry on on the airplane. I hate checking luggage. :mad:

[winnyis]

they better have a bigger shuttle than last time or knowing how anxious this crew is we will all be sitting on each others laps just to get on that 10AM shuttle. LOL

The post that I got the information on about the 10AM shuttle said it was very organized which is an improvement in itself.. last time in 2002 it was pretty much first come first serve.

[Mary Anne]

they better have a bigger shuttle than last time or knowing how anxious this crew is we will all be sitting on each others laps just to get on that 10AM shuttle.

We'll use the Titanic rule; Women and children first; men can ride on the top with luggage FOFL

[winnyis]

MaryAnne - I will be the first to admit. I do not travel light... I will have at least 5-6 suitcases and the rolling cooler, of course... We will be away for 17 days and although I plan on doing several loads of laundry... I know I will overpack.. I always do... but Id rather have too much than too little.

Im one of those anal people who also travels with a full pharmacy of any possible medication my kids could need.... again better safe than sorry.

Ginny

[MoranClan]

Hello Maryanne...

We are a family of 5...We are probably Bringing 5 suitcases, 1 Suit Bag, and 2 carryons..

I hope...Any more would be too much...

Bobby

[winnyis]

Bobby - dont bring too much or there wont be any room on the roof for you and all the other DH's

LOL

[MoranClan]

Originally posted by winnyis
Bobby - dont bring too much or there wont be any room on the roof for you and all the other DH's

LOL

Worse comes to worse...I can drive the Bus...I have the License..Woo HOO..pirate:

Bobby

[Mary Anne]

Does anyone realize that there are about 125 of of signed to sail this cruise on this thread and 30 of us are at the Raddison the night before. :earseek:

We should have booked a group rate :teeth:

[Mjasp]

Originally posted by MoranClan
Lets all wear something green!

Cindy::MinnieMo

Well...I'll have enough GREEN leis (hopefully) for all who have replied on Jason's website, so you can get them at the DIS meet the night before. Still have to pick up another box of 50.

[Mjasp]

Originally posted by Mary Anne
We'll use the Titanic rule; Women and children first; men can ride on the top with luggage FOFL

ROTFL

By the way...we won't be on the Radisson shuttle. We will be on the Avis shuttle. Save a spot for me on line at the port.

[Karel]

Well, that first one is big enough! I remember the red one in the back. Maybe when Avis left they needed bigger vans??

[MoranClan]

OK... Bobby is out of his mind....you'd think that after being married for over 10 years he would know that all of us have at least one suitcase, a garment bag, the big bag of everything that goes in the front of the van, the pharmacy bag ( for every imaginable thing that could possibly go wrong, from Boo Boos to bee stings), the shoe bag, the souvineer bag and two coolers (one for food and one for drinks) ...
You would think he would know, especially because he is the only one that loads and unloads the car. Oh yeah I forgot the bag for the camera and camcorder,film, and chargers for everything.

Can't wait!!!! Cindy ::MinnieMo

[winnyis]

so how many are we up to on the 10AM.. we were at 21 with my family... Karel are you on it also.

Joanna - I was wondering whether you would be on with us or not....

[Mary Anne]

Cindy are you driving down or getting on a plane with all of that :earseek:

[winnyis]

Cindy... LOL my DH Bob is exactly the same.... doesnt have a clue.. thinks I pack way too much.. but is always glad when he asks did I remember this or that and I can say Yes...

He lovingly refers to himself as a pack mule when we go on vacation. Hopefully the kids can at least pull one suitcase each since all our new luggage is on wheels.

[Mjasp]

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=604146

Above is a thread I started for the kids of us cruisers so they can get to know each other.

Hope some kids will reply.

Joanna

[winnyis]

Joanna - there is no buttons to reply to the poll when I click on the link???

[Karel]

I think I'll stick with the 10:30.

Luggage wise, we'll have a lot. We drive down so I always overpack. I do want to try to cut down this time though because don't use a lot of the stuff and/or forget that it's there.

[SeaSpray]

I'm going to *try* and not over-pack. LOL Our usual luggage is: 2 large suitcases, 2 medium suitcases, 2 small suitcases which can be used as carry-ons, and 2 garment bags. DSs will each have a backpack, I'll have my purse as well as some kind of soft-sided carry-all bag, and DH will have to carry the camera bags and the laptop case. If we were driving I know I'd bring more luggage, but it's a pain with flying and all of the transportation legs of our trip.

I know we'll be buying shirts as souvenirs so I'm going to try and cut down on how many shirts I pack for each of us and then we can use our new shirts while we're away.

On our cruise last year, I packed too many shorts and capri sets, and not enough dresses. I don't mean fancy dresses (I'm bring 3 "nice" dresses this year for formal, semi-formal, and Palo nights), just nice casual sundresses. I recently bought a couple of long sundresses, and I'm planning on wearing these to dinner on the casual nights. Last cruise, my SILs wore sundresses to dinner on the casual nights and they looked great, and were very comfortable, and I had wished I had done the same thing. Live and learn ::yes::

[missinshadow]

My disney son starts school August 9th I thinks that worse Starting school then leaving and having to go back But he's 8 so he'll deal.:D

[Mjasp]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by winnyis
[B]Cindy... LOL my DH Bob is exactly the same.... doesnt have a clue.. thinks I pack way too much.. but is always glad when he asks did I remember this or that and I can say Yes...

On our first cruise when I brought the over the door shoe holder for toiletries, jewelry and such, everything but shoes LOL. DH said I was carrying it a little too far, until we cruised and he just couldn't stop saying wow this shoe holder is such a great idea, along with the Downy wrinkle releaser, we now started using it at home.

That is weird with not having the reply button, it is there but on top, now it is back to normal. strange.

[winnyis]

Joanna - thats so funny about the shoe holder... my DH did the same thing.. thought it was so silly til he saw how great it worked.... we were at my nieces birthday party today I heard him telling BIL make sure you guys get a shoe holder.. I wanted to laugh... As far as Downy wrinkle releaser... it is a staple in my house too..


I went back into the poll and the buttons are now there so I was able to reply

Ginny

[Mary Anne]

I have the shoe hanger already, never thought about the Downey.

I'm going to start making a shopping list.