Disney Wonder crossing the Panama Canal, Aug 26, 2016

[DisneyLessy]

We looked into it and it looks like it should be pretty simple for us. Going with a Disney excursion would cost more money, $50 pp = $100 for the two of us, and it's only 3.5 hours and includes a dolphin thing we're not interested in. It looks like a cab on our own is a set fare, $10-$20 each way (car vs van). So we will go on our own, just like I did the last time. The set rates make it simpler for those not fluent in Spanish - no bartering or confusion.

If anyone wants to head over with us and share a cab, let me know! There's great snorkeling there, and it's a pretty park area. They have lots of other stuff too. More info: http://www.cozumelparks.com/eng/chankanaab.cfm. Looks like it's $21 per adult, $14 per child, with a coupon to save a few dollars. Going on our own will save maybe $40 and give us more time and flexibility there.

My husband and I would be totally interested in sharing a cab with you!

 

[DisneyLessy]

Ok... So I know that in Mexico they accept USD. Does anyone know about Cartagena? Any tips on what to do there? I like the idea of a culinary and emerald tour. To be honest at the moment I'm not really impressed with the port adventures that Disney had to offer in any of the ports that we're stopping at. Any suggestions ideas would be greatly appreciated.

 

[DisneyLessy]

Soooooo excited! Just booked this cruise. We always wanted to do a Panama Canal crossing and the dates were never right. But now they ARE!!!!!!!

Before we took our first cruise we were sure that this would be a one time thing, but like everything else at Disney, we fell in love with cruising and this will be cruise no 16 since 2009.

Looking forward to get to know many of our fellow cruisers!


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ffenk
Kim Sandoval
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DisneyLessy
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MeekoPooh
Pinkocto
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PrincessBrit
slykrab
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MomOf2inSD
ahain
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Amunet
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MrsMork1
Liat
GarakDS9
Dizneeat


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I don't have IM capabilities so my apologies for the reply, but can you please add my mother inlaw Betty and her husband David to the FE exchange?

 

[Amunet]

Ok... So I know that in Mexico they accept USD. Does anyone know about Cartagena? Any tips on what to do there? I like the idea of a culinary and emerald tour. To be honest at the moment I'm not really impressed with the port adventures that Disney had to offer in any of the ports that we're stopping at. Any suggestions ideas would be greatly appreciated.

I think it is Peso? Columbian Peso. I was taking a look at alternative excursions for Columbia as well and their price is in COP/USD

We feel the same There is one for Cozumel that we are excited, but that's it for DCL.

 

[Pinkocto]

Haha that is EXACTLY what DBF did! He moved in with me and got a new job, did exactly that with the dates already planned. It was awesome o.o
I truly hope it works out for the best for you
We will be having to move before the cruise as well (late July). That's why WDW is in the air for us also.

Gosh, we're like mirroring each others' life o.o Tell me ... do you like Disney too? lol

As a matter of fact, I do like Disney

Good luck with the move

I'm thinking there can't be any trouble with the vacation, and if there is I just won't accept that job. If you tell them upfront there's usually no issues.

 

[dizneeat]

Are you guys planning to do a Disneyland pre-trip and/or Disney World post-trip?

We are planning on staying at WDW for 15 nights prior to the cruise. So far I have Pop for the first 3 nights, booked Kidani yesterday and will book OKW in a few days.
Then we will go on to Las Vegas for 2 nights before heading to Disneyland for another 5 nights.
After the cruise there is only time for one more night (2 days) at WDW before returning home.

I didn't know you're from Austria

Happy New Year from Chicago ^_^

Yes, Austria is what we call home.

I don't have IM capabilities so my apologies for the reply, but can you please add my mother inlaw Betty and her husband David to the FE exchange?

I sure can add them to the FE list. Are they staying in your stateroom? Otherwise, let me know their stateroom number please.

 

[dizneeat]

33 weeks until

 

[Pinkocto]

I was excited to read that there will be several new movies right before our cruise. Mom and I will be enjoying them in the theater

 

[Amunet]

So, I noticed all inside and concierge staterooms were sold out just now, so ... as of right now, I counted the ones that were still available in outside and verandah: 88 Staterooms left

This cruise is selling out quite fast! When I booked, it considerably cheaper, now its just under $5k (for 2 adults)

 

[Pinkocto]

Even if it does sell out I've never felt cramped on a sold out cruise. It's going to be fabulous

 

[NYStuckey]

Are you guys planning to do a Disneyland pre-trip and/or Disney World post-trip?

We are doing Disney World after!!!

 

[NYStuckey]

Hello To all!! I swore I added myself into this group back in Sept.but I guess not!! Well myself,DH and DS will be traveling with you guys.We are so excited about this trip...We are Disney lovers as well this will be our 8th cruise. Just counting down the days! and yes please add us to the Fish Extender!!!!!

 

[NYStuckey]

Also Dizneeat,if you can add us to the Fish Extender group. It's myself Gina.DH Carl and our 14 yr. old son Tyrique. We are in room 7541. Thank you!tried to inbox you through my phone but it was giving me problems!!!

 

[Amunet]

We are doing Disney World after!!!

We are too!
We were going to do Land, but it is just cheaper for us to go to the port instead of trying to do Land as well.

Are you planning on staying on or off property?
I'm hoping for free dining for early September ^_^

Oh yes and welcome to the group!! ^_^

 

[ffenk]

We would like to be put on the FE list for this cruise. We are very excited to be going on the Aug 26, 2016 EBPC. Our first time on the Wonder. We are still finalizing things but right now it looks like it will be 5 adults in one of the Royal Suites!!! Can't wait!

Sorry we kind of fell off the earth there for a while Had a few life changing events. We are back on track now and still going on this cruise: Yea!!!!!
We are Russ (81), Rusty (55), Debbie (53), Katina (41), Kacie (22), and Ashley (18). I hope we aren't too late to join a group. This will be our 2nd time joining an FE group so I feel a little more confident.

 

[ffenk]

Can someone tell me is there a FaceBook page for our cruise as well? I just find it easier to follow FB since I don't get onto either site very often and I get lost on here so easily. Lol

 

[PrincessShmoo]

Can someone tell me is there a FaceBook page for our cruise as well? I just find it easier to follow FB since I don't get onto either site very often and I get lost on here so easily. Lol

Be aware, posting links or search directions to other social media sites is not allowed on DISboards.
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[ffenk]

Be aware, posting links or search directions to other social media sites is not allowed on DISboards.
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Ok

 

[dizneeat]

I was excited to read that there will be several new movies right before our cruise. Mom and I will be enjoying them in the theater

Sounds pretty interesting to me! Maybe we will finally make it to the movies on board this time. 15 cruises and we have yet to watch a movie.

So, I noticed all inside and concierge staterooms were sold out just now, so ... as of right now, I counted the ones that were still available in outside and verandah: 88 Staterooms left

This cruise is selling out quite fast! When I booked, it considerably cheaper, now its just under $5k (for 2 adults)

You gave me an idea. I checked ours as well and it was more expensive too!

Even if it does sell out I've never felt cramped on a sold out cruise. It's going to be fabulous

Usually when we sail the ships are booked solid. Yes, the pleasure of being stuck with school holidays, but it never felt too crowded. Okay, on the other hand, we never go to the family pool.

We are doing Disney World after!!!

Wish we could too, but it's the end of school vacations.

 

[dizneeat]

Hello To all!! I swore I added myself into this group back in Sept.but I guess not!! Well myself,DH and DS will be traveling with you guys.We are so excited about this trip...We are Disney lovers as well this will be our 8th cruise. Just counting down the days! and yes please add us to the Fish Extender!!!!!

Never mind! to our cruise group!

We are right there with you counting down to the cruise. We have never counted down that long and cannot wait for this cruise.

Also Dizneeat,if you can add us to the Fish Extender group. It's myself Gina.DH Carl and our 14 yr. old son Tyrique. We are in room 7541. Thank you!tried to inbox you through my phone but it was giving me problems!!!

Yippie! More participants for the FE! I will add you to the list as soon as this is posted.

Sorry we kind of fell off the earth there for a while Had a few life changing events. We are back on track now and still going on this cruise: Yea!!!!!
We are Russ (81), Rusty (55), Debbie (53), Katina (41), Kacie (22), and Ashley (18). I hope we aren't too late to join a group. This will be our 2nd time joining an FE group so I feel a little more confident.

Things happen. But I am glad you are back now! I will add you to the FE right away. I am sure you will not be disappointed joining our FE group. They are so much fun.