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02-29-2012, 02:35 PM
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Pixie dust on our DREAM vacation! Update 06/08 TR finished!!
 Last weekend we returned from our 7th DCL cruise and 4th cruise on the DREAM. It was a vacation dusted with lots of Pixie dust, both for our few days at WDW and our cruise. I thought it would be nice to share it with you all. So who are we?  First off there is my DB and travelling buddy Tom, who works very hard all year delivering mail for the Austrian postal services. In his spare time he does all sorts of creative things on the computer, like designing fun magnets for our stateroom door   and postcards to send to our friends. He loves everything and anything Disney and is game for everything I come up with, even a Disney cruise. Now that leads over to myself. I am Karin, obsessive planner of our trips to Disney by night, teacher in a small Austrian community by day. I really enjoy everything and anything Disney and love to have as many Disney vacations as possible. We both live in Austria and English is a second language to both of us, so please don’t be too hard on both of us (DB is alpinemouse here on the boards) if there are mistakes. We both started to visit the US in 1992, where we fell in love with Disneyland  and travelled there every year until we decided we had to visit “the other side” too, so that brought us to Walt Disney World in 1999. Needless to say we were hooked on the place and returned every summer for at least 4 weeks. In 2006 I took an unpaid leave so we could experience WDW all decked out for the holidays and in 2008 we added a week long half term vacation in February. In 2006 I started thinking of taking a Disney cruise. There was a certain fascination with the Disney Magic and I really wanted to cruise on her. Well, we never made it to the Magic, but I convinced my DB that it would be a perfect milestone birthday present to cruise on the WONDERful Disney WONDER. We went with a group of friends  and while I was not convinced that I would like cruising, we fell in love with the WONDERful Disney WONDER the moment we set foot on her.  We cruised back to back the following year. When the Disney DREAM was launched last year we knew we wanted to try the new ship and while on the WONDER we booked a back to back which we upgraded to a back to back to back on our last day. We had a blast last summer and since we always travel during President’s week we decided that it would be more fun and more relaxing to do a cruise instead of a weeklong WDW vacation. And this brings me to our trip report! Here’s the line up ……. Day 1, February 18, 2012 Our travel day and night at the Polynesian  Day 2, February 19, 2012 Going back to the DREAM, getting settled into our “Stitch room” (stateroom 10626) and getting to know our DISboards table mates  Day 3, February 20, 2012 Visiting Nassau, a relaxed afternoon and dinner at Remy  Day 4, February 21, 2012 Heaven on Earth – Castaway Cay and dinner at Palo  Day 5, February 22, 2012 Day at sea, lots of food, Captain’s reception, Palo brunch, exploring the ship and dinner with friends  Day 6, February 23, 2013 A sad goodbye to the Disney DREAM and our first “Welcome Home” as DVC members  Day 7, February 24, 2013 An early morning at the MK and shopping at DTD, packing and dinner at the California Grill  Day 8, February 25, 2013 Eating around the world in Epcot, a goodbye to the MK and flying home  We took about 2000 photos during our week long trip, so be warned there will be plenty, as well as A LOT of food pics, as I just LOVE Disney food. Now, all I hope for is someone to come along and share Trip report links: Day 1, February 18 “Did you notice the castle over there?” - Part 1 “Did you notice the castle over there?” - Part 2 “Did you notice the castle over there?” - Part 3 “Did you notice the castle over there?” - Part 4 Day 2, February 19 "You are BACK!!!!" - Part 1 "You are BACK!!!!" - Part 2 "You are BACK!!!!" - Part 3 "You are BACK!!!!" - Part 4 "You are BACK!!!!" - Part 5 "You are BACK!!!!" - Part 6 Day 3, February 20 Remy, a dining experience - Part 1 Remy, a dining experience - Part 2 Remy, a dining experience - Part 3 Remy, a dining experience - Part 4 Remy, a dining experience - Part 5 Remy, a dining experience - Part 6 Day 4, February 21 “Is that Captain Jack over there?“ - Part 1 “Is that Captain Jack over there?“ - Part 2 “Is that Captain Jack over there?“ - Part 3 “Is that Captain Jack over there?“ - Part 4 “Is that Captain Jack over there?“ - Part 5 Day 5, February 22 „You guys are on a very tight schedule!“ - Part 1 „You guys are on a very tight schedule!“ - Part 2 „You guys are on a very tight schedule!“ - Part 3 „You guys are on a very tight schedule!“ - Part 4 „You guys are on a very tight schedule!“ - Part 5 „You guys are on a very tight schedule!“ - Part 6 Day 6, February 23 „You know, it takes six hours to clean a room!“ - Part 1 „You know, it takes six hours to clean a room!“ - Part 2 „You know, it takes six hours to clean a room!“ - Part 3 „You know, it takes six hours to clean a room!“ - Part 4 „You know, it takes six hours to clean a room!“ - Part 5 „You know, it takes six hours to clean a room!“ - Part 6 Day 7, February 24 “Yes, he is here today!” - Part 1 “Yes, he is here today!” - Part 2 “Yes, he is here today!” - Part 3 “Yes, he is here today!” - Part 4 Day 8, February 25 „Goodbye for now, but we will return soon!“ - Part 1 „Goodbye for now, but we will return soon!“ - Part 2 „Goodbye for now, but we will return soon!“ - Part 3 „Goodbye for now, but we will return soon!“ - Part 4 „Goodbye for now, but we will return soon!“ - Part 5 Day 9, February 26 Back home again! - Part 1
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 Tom  Find our trips here: MagicaldisneytripsWDW, DCL: Aug 7 - Sept 08, 2013 WDW, back to back Eastern and Western Caribbean Cruises on the FANTASY, and a few more WDW days DLRP: Jan 4 - 6, 2014 to put our APs to good use WDW, DCL: Feb 15 - 22, 2014 another cruise on the Dream and a few WDW days DCL: July 26 - Aug 07, 2014 Cruising the Med on the Magic TR: If we can dream it, we can do it ...... another 30 day vacation Pre-TR: We invite you, if you dare ..... Feb TR:PLEASE, Whistle while you work ....... Visit my other TRs/dining reviews here:    Last edited by dizneeat; 06-08-2012 at 03:55 AM. |
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02-29-2012, 03:01 PM
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I'm here!!!!!
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02-29-2012, 03:02 PM
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 I knew I could count on you!  
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Tom Find our trips here: MagicaldisneytripsWDW, DCL: Aug 7 - Sept 08, 2013 WDW, back to back Eastern and Western Caribbean Cruises on the FANTASY, and a few more WDW days DLRP: Jan 4 - 6, 2014 to put our APs to good use WDW, DCL: Feb 15 - 22, 2014 another cruise on the Dream and a few WDW days DCL: July 26 - Aug 07, 2014 Cruising the Med on the Magic TR: If we can dream it, we can do it ...... another 30 day vacation Pre-TR: We invite you, if you dare ..... Feb TR:PLEASE, Whistle while you work ....... Visit my other TRs/dining reviews here: |
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02-29-2012, 03:02 PM
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I'm in and first! Can't wait to see your pictures, they are wonderful....
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02-29-2012, 03:04 PM
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It's wonderful to know that you are here too! Please don't forget to PM me your/Jenna's address - I'll go shopping at the weekend! And give Jenna a hug from me ...... she is ever so sweet! I wish we would have had more time together.
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Tom Find our trips here: MagicaldisneytripsWDW, DCL: Aug 7 - Sept 08, 2013 WDW, back to back Eastern and Western Caribbean Cruises on the FANTASY, and a few more WDW days DLRP: Jan 4 - 6, 2014 to put our APs to good use WDW, DCL: Feb 15 - 22, 2014 another cruise on the Dream and a few WDW days DCL: July 26 - Aug 07, 2014 Cruising the Med on the Magic TR: If we can dream it, we can do it ...... another 30 day vacation Pre-TR: We invite you, if you dare ..... Feb TR:PLEASE, Whistle while you work ....... Visit my other TRs/dining reviews here: |
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02-29-2012, 03:05 PM
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Dreams do come true!
Pretty darn charming! 
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Made before page 98 this time!!!!
 So exciting!!!
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02-29-2012, 03:23 PM
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I am here too!! Cant ever have too many pictures!
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02-29-2012, 03:26 PM
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 Christine, I don't recall you ever signing on at page 98, but I am VERY happy to know that you are here! Quote:
I am glad to have you here ...... Adventures (and pixie dust) starting soon!
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Players: Karin
Tom Find our trips here: MagicaldisneytripsWDW, DCL: Aug 7 - Sept 08, 2013 WDW, back to back Eastern and Western Caribbean Cruises on the FANTASY, and a few more WDW days DLRP: Jan 4 - 6, 2014 to put our APs to good use WDW, DCL: Feb 15 - 22, 2014 another cruise on the Dream and a few WDW days DCL: July 26 - Aug 07, 2014 Cruising the Med on the Magic TR: If we can dream it, we can do it ...... another 30 day vacation Pre-TR: We invite you, if you dare ..... Feb TR:PLEASE, Whistle while you work ....... Visit my other TRs/dining reviews here: |
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02-29-2012, 03:55 PM
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Just got home from work and got your message!!! Great a new trip report to read!
 I can't wait to hear all the details.
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02-29-2012, 03:57 PM
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I knew you would love to be along for the trip! We had such a fun time on the DREAM - and so many fun "surprises". I hope to be able to update pretty soon.
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Players: Karin
Tom Find our trips here: MagicaldisneytripsWDW, DCL: Aug 7 - Sept 08, 2013 WDW, back to back Eastern and Western Caribbean Cruises on the FANTASY, and a few more WDW days DLRP: Jan 4 - 6, 2014 to put our APs to good use WDW, DCL: Feb 15 - 22, 2014 another cruise on the Dream and a few WDW days DCL: July 26 - Aug 07, 2014 Cruising the Med on the Magic TR: If we can dream it, we can do it ...... another 30 day vacation Pre-TR: We invite you, if you dare ..... Feb TR:PLEASE, Whistle while you work ....... Visit my other TRs/dining reviews here: |
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02-29-2012, 04:05 PM
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Yay another TR from Karin and Tom
 Can't wait to read all about your trip It will make the countdown to our own cruise so much easier! |
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02-29-2012, 04:08 PM
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Welcome Linda!I am so happy you decided to come over and join us here! So envious that you get to go on the Fantasy in a little over two months!  Hope you take LOADS of photos, so we can all enjoy along with you!
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Tom Find our trips here: MagicaldisneytripsWDW, DCL: Aug 7 - Sept 08, 2013 WDW, back to back Eastern and Western Caribbean Cruises on the FANTASY, and a few more WDW days DLRP: Jan 4 - 6, 2014 to put our APs to good use WDW, DCL: Feb 15 - 22, 2014 another cruise on the Dream and a few WDW days DCL: July 26 - Aug 07, 2014 Cruising the Med on the Magic TR: If we can dream it, we can do it ...... another 30 day vacation Pre-TR: We invite you, if you dare ..... Feb TR:PLEASE, Whistle while you work ....... Visit my other TRs/dining reviews here: |
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02-29-2012, 04:16 PM
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Joining in! Can't wait to hear all the fun details!
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02-29-2012, 04:25 PM
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I am here also!
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02-29-2012, 04:25 PM
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I am very happy to have you here. The DREAM is such a beautiful ship and as much as I want her "all for myself" I do not mind sharing her with my DISfriends!
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Players: Karin
Tom Find our trips here: MagicaldisneytripsWDW, DCL: Aug 7 - Sept 08, 2013 WDW, back to back Eastern and Western Caribbean Cruises on the FANTASY, and a few more WDW days DLRP: Jan 4 - 6, 2014 to put our APs to good use WDW, DCL: Feb 15 - 22, 2014 another cruise on the Dream and a few WDW days DCL: July 26 - Aug 07, 2014 Cruising the Med on the Magic TR: If we can dream it, we can do it ...... another 30 day vacation Pre-TR: We invite you, if you dare ..... Feb TR:PLEASE, Whistle while you work ....... Visit my other TRs/dining reviews here: |
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