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Diznyfan68 · 08-29-2007, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by PeterandTink

I went to Wally World today to get a mat to drop off and have signed....I found one that is esp made for signing...called Signature Event Mat...I had never noticed them before..it is 11x14 with a 5x7 opening but figured it would have more room for the characters to sign and I could print one of ours to put in it ... Just thought I would mention it havent seen anyone say anything about these kind on here..Happy Sailings..

As much as I hate going to Wally World this is one reason to make the trip - thanks for the tip!

hueydewielouie · 08-29-2007, 08:16 PM

This thread is great. We are going on our first Disney Cruise in Feb. 08 and I am making note of all of these (especially those pillow cases).

Oh, and I thought Wally World was the destination for Chevy Chase in Vacation?

yndygo · 08-30-2007, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by hueydewielouie

This thread is great. We are going on our first Disney Cruise in Feb. 08 and I am making note of all of these (especially those pillow cases).

Oh, and I thought Wally World was the destination for Chevy Chase in Vacation?

Wally World is also a nickname for WalMart

Stitchnut · 08-30-2010, 08:49 AM

Thanks for all the terrific tips and secrets here

Someone ( and I'm sorry that I don't remember their name) did something a little different with character autographs. They bought the Vinylmation Mickeys (Create your own) and had them signed at Guest Services. They were really cool, but a more expensive thing to do. There is a black Mickey and they were going to have it signed in metallic marker. Just something a little different. And I checked online, and they can be order from WDW merchandise website.

hortontrio · 08-30-2010, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Poconos to Disney

That pillowcase thing is a great idea!!!

If I did this, it would save me time the last night. I would have to try and run around to all the characters we missed and get signatures!!!

Tell me more!!!!!!! Please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We actually bought 3 CHEAP photo frames at the dollar store all white and put them in a baggie and they do actualframes too, my daughter gave them a autograph book too and it all came back markers and all the ngiht before we left, SOOOOOOO much easier than trying to get all the signatures!! LOVED IT

gdulaney · 08-30-2010, 10:43 AM

Here are a few:

-Bring some clothespins. They are great for hanging up swimsuits, etc.
-Bring some Lysol or other "fragrant spray" for the bathroom.
-Bring an inexpensive hanging shoe rack...those pockets are great for tanning oil, cameras, etc. Keeps it organized and easy to find.
-If you plan on doing laundry, I read a great tip on another thread... bring a couple of pop-up laundry hampers to separate your clothes ahead of time. We'd been bringing one bag, but I love the idea of going ahead and separating darks/whites/colors.

I agree with an earlier poster....don't try to do it all. Just have fun and enjoy it!!

Ginny

CADisneyMom · 08-30-2010, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Amlee

For those of you that have U.S. passports. You can leave them with Guest Services (you get a receipt that you must have to get it back), and they will have it stamped at each country you visit. On the last night, you go and pick it back up.

I didn't know about this one

We've been on Bahamas, Eastern and Western Caribbean which I would have done. I guess I'll have to start it now.

Tinked · 08-30-2010, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by CADisneyMom

I didn't know about this one

We've been on Bahamas, Eastern and Western Caribbean which I would have done. I guess I'll have to start it now.

I've been told that this isn't happening. You can leave them but they probably won't get stamped. It's not up to DCL, it's at the whim of the port you're in.

heatherwillmom · 08-30-2010, 01:48 PM

Someone told me that they quit doing the pillow cases. Has anyone tried this lately?

lucky1 · 08-30-2010, 01:54 PM

When your kid goes to Goofy's Pajama party, they will get a pillowcases to color during the party and they get to take it home. DD loves hers.

Tinkerkell123 · 08-30-2010, 03:52 PM

Okay, a PP mentioned the PassPorter's Treasure Hunt for WDW & DCL. Does anyone actually have one of those that they would be willing to make copies of the DCL pages and send to me? It's out of print, naturally, and the prices on eBay and Alibris range from $22.85 - $216.00!

Might have to resort to buying one, but as they are from 2006, I would rather get copies of the DCL pages and wait for a new edition (hopefully!) for our WDW trip in 2012...

Hoping someone out there can help...

johnlatte · 08-30-2010, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by heatherwillmom

Someone told me that they quit doing the pillow cases. Has anyone tried this lately?

We were on the Magic in early August and yes they will still sign just about anything. There is a form at GS that you fill out, and check off what you bring, and who you want to sign (Princesses, All-Stars, etc.). We get 2 nice mattes signed and got all our markers back too. Left some Jolly Rancher Gummies as a thank you.

LAWalz23 · 08-30-2010, 05:09 PM

You can get Mickey bars at anytime from room service and in the dining rooms as desert after lunch and dinner!

JenKatt · 08-30-2010, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Tinkerkell123

Okay, a PP mentioned the PassPorter's Treasure Hunt for WDW & DCL. Does anyone actually have one of those that they would be willing to make copies of the DCL pages and send to me? It's out of print, naturally, and the prices on eBay and Alibris range from $22.85 - $216.00!

Might have to resort to buying one, but as they are from 2006, I would rather get copies of the DCL pages and wait for a new edition (hopefully!) for our WDW trip in 2012...

Hoping someone out there can help...

I actually wrote that book with my DH for the Passporter folks. A LOT of the questions would be ut of date now since Disney changes stuff up so much. We use to run hunts every year at WDW and would have to check and double check stuff 5 or 6 times the week before and we still missed changes!

com_op_2000 · 08-30-2010, 05:46 PM

If you are a couple, just past the Buena Vista Theater are a couple of plush chairs with a small table in a small alcove before you get to the rooms. Get a couple of drinks, sit down, and have a quite moment before going into the theater.

In the adults area, in the evening, they have snacks available. Yes, you can take them into the lounges.

08-29-2007, 08:16 PM	#92
hueydewielouie Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 116	This thread is great. We are going on our first Disney Cruise in Feb. 08 and I am making note of all of these (especially those pillow cases). Oh, and I thought Wally World was the destination for Chevy Chase in Vacation? __________________ me DH DS

08-30-2010, 08:49 AM	#94
Stitchnut DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Not close enough to WDW Posts: 586	Thanks for all the terrific tips and secrets here Someone ( and I'm sorry that I don't remember their name) did something a little different with character autographs. They bought the Vinylmation Mickeys (Create your own) and had them signed at Guest Services. They were really cool, but a more expensive thing to do. There is a black Mickey and they were going to have it signed in metallic marker. Just something a little different. And I checked online, and they can be order from WDW merchandise website. __________________

08-30-2010, 10:43 AM	#96
gdulaney Another Konk Kooler please... ...and leave me at Castaway Cay There's a boat ride??? Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Covington, GA Posts: 3,510	Here are a few: -Bring some clothespins. They are great for hanging up swimsuits, etc. -Bring some Lysol or other "fragrant spray" for the bathroom. -Bring an inexpensive hanging shoe rack...those pockets are great for tanning oil, cameras, etc. Keeps it organized and easy to find. -If you plan on doing laundry, I read a great tip on another thread... bring a couple of pop-up laundry hampers to separate your clothes ahead of time. We'd been bringing one bag, but I love the idea of going ahead and separating darks/whites/colors. I agree with an earlier poster....don't try to do it all. Just have fun and enjoy it!! Ginny __________________ DVC Member since 2001 @ Hilton Head Island/Vero Beach/Saratoga Springs/Animal Kingdom Lodge WDW - 1976, 1991, 1992, 2009 7 Day Land/Sea - 1999 7 Day Eastern - 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2012, 2013(x2) 7 Day Western - 2002, 2007, 2009 First 10 night "Unofficial" Western: August 28 - September 7, 2004 2008 5-night special cruise to the Bahamas 2010 B2B2B on the Wonder (9/5, 9/9, 9/12) 2011 5-nt double dip on the Dream 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 DVC Member Cruise

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heatherwillmom DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Morristown, TN Posts: 1,147	Someone told me that they quit doing the pillow cases. Has anyone tried this lately? __________________

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08-30-2010, 03:52 PM	#101
Tinkerkell123 DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Simpsonville, SC Posts: 861	Okay, a PP mentioned the PassPorter's Treasure Hunt for WDW & DCL. Does anyone actually have one of those that they would be willing to make copies of the DCL pages and send to me? It's out of print, naturally, and the prices on eBay and Alibris range from $22.85 - $216.00! Might have to resort to buying one, but as they are from 2006, I would rather get copies of the DCL pages and wait for a new edition (hopefully!) for our WDW trip in 2012... Hoping someone out there can help... __________________ The DaSilva's are: Bert(DH), Kelli (DW),Alex (DD13) and Kevin(DS10) * !!Theme Park Commandos!! WDW Commando Member # 223 My 1st cruise TR: http://www.disboards.com/showthread....1#post35341965

08-30-2010, 05:09 PM	#103
LAWalz23 DIS Veteran Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 2,867	You can get Mickey bars at anytime from room service and in the dining rooms as desert after lunch and dinner! __________________

08-30-2010, 05:46 PM	#105
com_op_2000 DVC Member since '93 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: One hour from WDW Posts: 1,774	If you are a couple, just past the Buena Vista Theater are a couple of plush chairs with a small table in a small alcove before you get to the rooms. Get a couple of drinks, sit down, and have a quite moment before going into the theater. In the adults area, in the evening, they have snacks available. Yes, you can take them into the lounges.

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