Andy and Rae have set the 2005 date!!!!!

[rae519]

Andy (verandahman) and I have decided to just set the date and forget about the drama over what DCL may or may not due!

Our decision is April 30, Eastern.

We will start a cruise thread for that shortly!

Let the planning begin!

Rae

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by rae519
Andy (verandahman) and I have decided to just set the date and forget about the drama over what DCL may or may not due!

Our decision is April 30, Eastern.

We will start a cruise thread for that shortly!

Let the planning begin!

Rae


That is a cruising date, not a wedding date, just had to add that in, LOL!!!

http://www.verandahman.com/Rae%20and%20Andy%2050th%20Invitation.jpg

[rae519]

I am sure Hazel and Tom would have something to say about that!!!!!


Rae

[KEH]

Rae, glad you have set the date but I'm sorry to say we won't be able to join you as all 3 kids will be in school / college for the full duration of that time so I think we will have to cruise in the summer. We will think of you and it means we will have to plan another cruise together in the future - another reason to cruise again!

[rae519]

Karen, I completely understand~you will be greatly missed!

Hugs,
Rae

[CamColt]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! :jumping1: And I mean on the cruise, not the wedding. ;)
I totally agree with you guys. The waiting was getting ridiculous. I finally gave up and booked for Oct 05.
Have a great "50th"!!!

[mamo-4-wdw]

I must psychic, we have already booked for then.
Happy Birthday to Andy and Rae!!!!!!
:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by mamo-4-wdw
I must psychic, we have already booked for then.
Happy Birthday to Andy and Rae!!!!!!
:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:


I guess we will see you then, I just made my ressie.

[makaylee]

Originally posted by rae519
Andy (verandahman) and I have decided to just set the date and forget about the drama over what DCL may or may not due!

Our decision is April 30, Eastern.

We will start a cruise thread for that shortly!

Let the planning begin!

Rae
Yahoooooo! I get to meet you all! I hope you dont mind Andy I am gonna give you a BIG hug! Oh My Gosh! I am sooooo excited I am shaking! I cannot wait to meet you alll! What luck that thats the sailing I already had booked. How Cool!
Dont worry Rae, I wont eat much shrimp. ;)

[rae519]

mamo-4-wdw - Great minds think alike, ehhhh?

makaylee - Hey, what about my hug?????????

Rae

[KEH]

I know, Rae - while she's hugging you, you grab her shrimp huh? Only joking, just jealous we won't be with you.

Karen

[CRSNDSNY]

Originally posted by Verandah Man
That is a cruising date, not a wedding date, just had to add that in, LOL!!!

:laughing: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:


btw -- wish EB and I could make this one, but he's still in college and it would be too difficult! I hope we get to cruise together sometime in the future! :)

[rae519]

Originally posted by KEH
I know, Rae - while she's hugging you, you grab her shrimp huh? Only joking, just jealous we won't be with you.

Karen

Karen, must you tell all my dirty little secrets?! I mean, come on give a girl a break!

Rae

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by makaylee
Yahoooooo! I get to meet you all! I hope you dont mind Andy I am gonna give you a BIG hug! Oh My Gosh! I am sooooo excited I am shaking! I cannot wait to meet you alll! What luck that thats the sailing I already had booked. How Cool!
Dont worry Rae, I wont eat much shrimp. ;)


When I was talking to Rae on the phone this morning, I told her that I knew that you had already picked that date for your cruise (I saw it in your sig). I told Rae that you would probably be a bit excited to hear that we chose April 30th as our 50th Birthday Celebration Cruise, I guess I was right!!! LOL!!!

[rae519]

Originally posted by Verandah Man
I guess I was right!!! LOL!!!

Isn't it just like an old man to start with the "I told you so's".....
Andy, you haven't turned 50 yet...you can't do that for 54 more weeks, so chill out - let's not age ourselves before it's time!

By the way, the BIRTHDAY PARTY will be held at Lumiere's and that will be "BY INVITATION ONLY"! (ohhh, now I've done it! Tee hee hee!)

Rae

[rae519]

And And and I personally inviting Buckaroo's Dad and Buckaroo to join us if it is possible -

Rae

[rae519]

PLEASE give cruisetraveloutlet.com a chance with this cruise - they have promised to give a 7% rebate to all who are going on this cruise and can cross reference with my reservation! I just saved $466 from the Disney quote - if you get a better deal, talk with Bill or Tami and see what they can do for you!

Thanks!
And no, I don't get a nickle for referrals or advertising - I just like getting the best bang for my buck!

Rae

[makaylee]

Originally posted by rae519
mamo-4-wdw - Great minds think alike, ehhhh?

makaylee - Hey, what about my hug?????????

Rae

Of course Rae! Ill stay out of the way while you eat your shrimp though.:D

[rae519]

Originally posted by makaylee
Of course Rae! Ill stay out of the way while you eat your shrimp though.:D

Cover the children's eyes - it can be ugly!

On line with DCL right now trying to figure out how much onboard credit I will get to keep......... seems like what we were told onboard when we booked MAY NOT BE TRUE when we try to reschedule on the phone.....
time will tell...

Rae

[makaylee]

Rae, I called cruisetraveloutlet alittle bit ago. Im waiting for them to call me back with a quote. You said you have used them before? If they are cheaper I'll move my ressie from DCL

[makaylee]

Originally posted by Verandah Man
[color=blue I told Rae that you would probably be a bit excited to hear that we chose April 30th as our 50th Birthday Celebration Cruise, I guess I was right!!! LOL!!![/color]

You're right Andy! I can't wait! Now I have even more to look forward to! :Pinkbounc

[rae519]

Yes. For example, Disney's quote on this cruise (category 6 is $4566 - cruisetraveloutlet.com gave me a rate of $4002 - that's a savings of $564!!

I also just found out that I will not be allowed to keep my $400 onboard credit, but will get $200. Amazing that what's told on the ship is NOT what reality is.

Rae

[aprilgail2]

ohhhhhh I wanna go too!!!! I was planning to rebook when I was onboard in May for next May but it looks like I might have to fly to Ca for that and no way am I doing that so I may book this date instead. I just checked the fares adn I can book all three of us for under 3,000!

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by aprilgail2
ohhhhhh I wanna go too!!!! I was planning to rebook when I was onboard in May for next May but it looks like I might have to fly to Ca for that and no way am I doing that so I may book this date instead. I just checked the fares adn I can book all three of us for under 3,000!


Come along.....the more the merrier!!!

[makaylee]

I just switched my ressie to Ken at cruisetraveloutlet.com and my fare went from $2,589 to $2368. So I saved $220. That is for 3 of us in a cat. 10 sph and transfers, no insurance. Ken didnt seem super friendly, but Im sure everything will go well. Hey, I just figured out I saved almost 9% off of everything including taxes and transfers. All right! Thanks Rae! :D

[lwilliam]

one day, book a cruise during the summer months when
we can join you . I'm a "mean" mom, won't take the kids out of school - always go during summer breaks.I would love to meet all of you

[moocow35]

I just could not resist! After all, I will be turning 50 in October! Funny, the ressies I made onboard in February to get the 10% off was the following week. (May 7th Western) Just got off the phone with DCL and did the change. Boy, the prices have gone up $100 in 1 month! Now I have to figure if I will save more money moving the reservation to Dreams or cruisetraveloutlet. I know with Dreams I will get the $200 rebate, so I will call your guy Rae and see what he quotes me.

I am sooooo excited! I think DCL better order extra shrimp for this sailing!::yes::

I hope the Florida schools are out this early or DD won't get to go with.

Robin

[makaylee]

All right moocow! Welcome aboard! We're gonna have a great time!

[wltdsnyfan]

:sunny: I am so Bumbed::( we will not be able to do the cruise. I was looking so forward to meeting everyone. My son will be a Freshmen in collage and I don't want to pull him out. Hope we could do this again sometime. I know you will have a great time.

[rae519]

Originally posted by lwilliam
one day, book a cruise during the summer months when
we can join you . I'm a "mean" mom, won't take the kids out of school - always go during summer breaks.I would love to meet all of you


I don't think you are mean for not wanting to take your children out of school. I think schools are inflexible and do not take advantage of the opportunities foreign travel presents to students and their families. I applaud your interest and concern in your child's education - that is always commendable!

I have been on both sides (public and home school). I have taken my children out of public school and rescheduled our home schooling work to accomodate trips that would enhance my children's outlook on life.

This is NOT a judgment on you or your decision - so please don't take it wrong.

One of the big reasons most people will take their children out of school is the value of the cruise/airfare at non-peak times. Plus the heat of the Caribbean is oppressive during the summer, where as in spring and fall, it's quite pleasant - warm enough to swim and enjoy the beaches.

Regardless of what date Andy and I would have selected, there would be someone who could not go - I am sorry you can't be with us, but you can be with us in spirit and in prayer!!!

Rae

[EmmasGrammy]

I want to go too!!! Our 2nd DD is getting married the week after (May 14th) and DH thinks paying for the wedding AND a cruise is too much!!! I told him it would be a great way for us to relax before the wedding, but I haven't been successful in convincing him YET!!!

I have secretly gone on line with Disney for a quote, and I'm taking that information with us on our upcoming cruise. I am so sure once DH experiences DCL he will give me the green light and we will rebook on board and join all of you good folks on the April 30th!!! I can be quite persistant and whiney if necessary!!! LOL!!!

Now I need some advice. Do you think I should confirm that ressie now or will it be okay to wait until our June cruise? Also would you suggest once we rebook on board, switching our ressies to DU once we are back home?

I really really want to do this cruise with all of you. It would be such a great time. (And Rae, you don't have to worry about the shrimp with me. I hate them!! You can have my share!!! LOL) (And Andy, I promise to keep my swim suit strap fully and secure in place!! LOL)

[Verandah Man]

I really really want to do this cruise with all of you. It would be such a great time. (And Rae, you don't have to worry about the shrimp with me. I hate them!! You can have my share!!! LOL) (And Andy, I promise to keep my swim suit strap fully and secure in place!! LOL)


ROFLMBO!!! :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

Hey, wait a minute, I want some of those shrimp!!!

[aprilgail2]

Originally posted by Verandah Man
ROFLMBO!!! :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

Hey, wait a minute, I want some of those shrimp!!!

You can have my share, I HATE shrimp LOL...you can also have all my desserts since I just had weight loss surgery and can't eat any!!

[rae519]

Originally posted by aprilgail2
You can have my share, I HATE shrimp LOL...you can also have all my desserts since I just had weight loss surgery and can't eat any!!

Best wishes to you on your recovery from surgery! My long distance BGF had it last year and went from 280 to 130. I didn't recognize her!! She says that now she can eat just about anything but small, small amounts. When I hear that I think....Hmmmmm, would that be 1 shrimp or two?????

Rae

[aprilgail2]

Originally posted by rae519
Best wishes to you on your recovery from surgery! My long distance BGF had it last year and went from 280 to 130. I didn't recognize her!! She says that now she can eat just about anything but small, small amounts. When I hear that I think....Hmmmmm, would that be 1 shrimp or two?????

Rae

She must have had gasric bypass, I had the gastric banding, you lose much slower but by he end of 2 years you have caught up to the bypassers. I can actually eat 1/2 cup per meal, its easy at buffets, you take one of these, one of those etc LOL. Boy I can't wait to be in the 150's!!

[rae519]

So that means if I had it I could eat up to 1/2 cup of shrimp????
Don't know if that would be a miracle or penance?!

Rae

[EmmasGrammy]

I am happy I made you guys laugh, but I really am looking for advice because I don't want to miss out on this opportunity to cruise with you guys!!

Should I throw a few $$ Disney's way now or will it be okay to wait until our June cruise and rebook on board? Do you think your cruise will sell out that fast? (I'm sure lots of these fellow DISers are dying to sail with you too!!)

WHAT SHOULD I DO????!!!!???

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by aprilgail2
You can have my share, I HATE shrimp LOL...you can also have all my desserts since I just had weight loss surgery and can't eat any!!


WOW!!! A girl after my own heart, I had better bring some sweatpants in case I can't fit into my dress pants by the end of the cruise, LOL!!!

Just so you know, Rae and I have both selected late dining.

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by EmmasGrammy
I am happy I made you guys laugh, but I really am looking for advice because I don't want to miss out on this opportunity to cruise with you guys!!

Should I throw a few $$ Disney's way now or will it be okay to wait until our June cruise and rebook on board? Do you think your cruise will sell out that fast? (I'm sure lots of these fellow DISers are dying to sail with you too!!)

WHAT SHOULD I DO????!!!!???

I'll tell you what I did. I booked the cruise yesterday and paid the deposit. When I get on our cruise in August, I'm going to see about rebooking the cruise onboard, so that I hopefully will qualify for the DVC points discount. At least I do know that I have this cruise booked regardless of what happens in August.

You could try and book it now, then take the ressie with you in June and see what you can do onboard and see what the price difference would be compared to any onboard booking discounts.

[rae519]

Originally posted by Verandah Man
You could try and book it now, then take the ressie with you in June and see what you can do onboard and see what the price difference would be compared to any onboard booking discounts.

Good advise.

I again recommend cruisetraveloutlet.com - best rate plus 7% rebate! You can't beat that. I know, I'm one of the original "tightwads" and I have used him several times since his prices beat everyone out.

I'd like to see DU or CTO get a group rate and we could advertise that! Maybe I'll just give them a call!!!!

Rae

[Verandah Man]

http://www.verandahman.com/Rae%20and%20Andy%2050th%20Invitation.jpg

I just added this invitation to the first page of this thread.

[EmmasGrammy]

Andy,

Thanks for the advice. I'm calling DCL now!!

Love the invitation!! You are so clever!!!

Can I be added to the cruising list? It will be me and DH (btoh of us will be 49 in 2005).

[rae519]

Andy - I love the invitation!!!!

Will you be our official list keeper/sign maker?!

Of course you can join us, EmmasGrammy!!!! We will be sooooo thrilled to have you along! Even if you are just a kid.

Rae

[married2grumpy]

I just got off the phone with Ken from cruisetraveloutlet.com who told me that he can't beat my *************.com price quote. He said that I got the best rate possible. I asked him if it was because I booked a couple weeks ago and he said no. He said that he thinks All Seasons must have blocks of rooms booked at certain rates. Even with the 7% the best he could do was $100 more than *************.com.

I thought I got a good rate but I feel even better about it now!
:teeth:

[wltdsnyfan]

:sunny: Andy that is a great invite. Wish I could go:(

[married2grumpy]

By the way...You'll actually be joining us on the McKenzie's 10th Anniversary/Ferrara's 25th Anniversary Celebration cruise on 4/30/05!;) I guess there's enough room on the ship for more than one celebration. :Pinkbounc

Just kidding, it will be nice to get to meet everyone and wish you both a "Happy 50th" in person. :love1:

Here's to hoping the next 388 days fly by (or should I say "cruise" by)!:boat:

[Verandah Man]

Originally posted by married2grumpy
By the way...You'll actually be joining us on the McKenzie's 10th Anniversary/Ferrara's 25th Anniversary Celebration cruise on 4/30/05!;) I guess there's enough room on the ship for more than one celebration. :Pinkbounc

Just kidding, it will be nice to get to meet everyone and wish you both a "Happy 50th" in person. :love1:

Here's to hoping the next 388 days fly by (or should I say "cruise" by)!:boat:


My DW Hazel and I will also be celebrating our 30th Wedding Anniversary as well as my 50th Birthday. This will be one BIG Celebration Cruise, that's for sure!!!

[Maleficent59]

I'm glad to read that you have finalized a date. PARTY! Unfortunately, one of Rae's dreaded four-letter words (work) will interfere. :rolleyes: We'll have to catch up with you all on other cruises!

Best,
Sarah

[makaylee]

DH and I will also be celebrating our 10th anniversary on this sailing. It is really in Feb and we had originally booked the Feb 5th cruise. We decided to switch in hopes of having warmer water temps for snorkling and warmer weather in Florida since we might add a few days at WDW to our trip.

[makaylee]

Originally posted by married2grumpy
I just got off the phone with Ken from cruisetraveloutlet.com who told me that he can't beat my *************.com price quote. He said that I got the best rate possible. I asked him if it was because I booked a couple weeks ago and he said no. He said that he thinks All Seasons must have blocks of rooms booked at certain rates. Even with the 7% the best he could do was $100 more than *************.com.

I thought I got a good rate but I feel even better about it now!
:teeth:

What catagory room do you have? I used travelcruiseoutlet and they are 9% cheaper than the rate allseas just gave me. I wonder if just certain cats are discounted. hmmm.

[married2grumpy]

Hi Makaylee-

We need 2 cabins since we are a family of 5 so we went with a category 9. The total price for both cabins is $4877. I thought that was a pretty good price but being this is our first Disney cruise, I wasn't too sure.

My DD will be 7 when we cruise and her name is Kailee. She always seems to find a couple girls her age to play with on vacation. I'm sure her and Makaylee will meet up sometime during the cruise!

[makaylee]

Originally posted by married2grumpy
Hi Makaylee-

We need 2 cabins since we are a family of 5 so we went with a category 9. The total price for both cabins is $4877. I thought that was a pretty good price but being this is our first Disney cruise, I wasn't too sure.

My DD will be 7 when we cruise and her name is Kailee. She always seems to find a couple girls her age to play with on vacation. I'm sure her and Makaylee will meet up sometime during the cruise!

That sounds like a great price.

We actually call our dd Kaylee, she will be 7 when we cruise. We need to make sure we get them together.

[rae519]

Originally posted by married2grumpy
I just got off the phone with Ken from cruisetraveloutlet.com who told me that he can't beat my *************.com price quote. He said that I got the best rate possible. I asked him if it was because I booked a couple weeks ago and he said no. He said that he thinks All Seasons must have blocks of rooms booked at certain rates. Even with the 7% the best he could do was $100 more than *************.com.

I thought I got a good rate but I feel even better about it now!
:teeth:

I don't know Ken - but I do know Bill and Tami. I wouldn't want you to waste your time asking for one of them to be sure, but if you can save some money......

What were the quotes, if you don't mind sharing?

I just priced a Cat 6 *verandah* for my Mom traveling as a single - DCL $2847 and *************.com - $3135!

Considering cruisetraveloutlet.com will give me the 7% rebate off the DCL quote.....it is still the best deal I can find for us!

Rae