08 DEC 2007 - 7 Day Eastern Magic Part 3

[Cruise]

Good morning, Jennifer!

Wait.. why are we saying morning? It's only 11:30pm here. Though I guess it's technically tomorrow there.

Anyway... yeah, I think I read somewhere that they started tearing up carpets before a drydock once. That being said, I'm thinking if the cruise isn't full, they'll probably upgrade everyone so they can have as much of Deck 1 and 2 free if they wanted to start a bit early.

Optimism anyway

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

Julie:

Are you on the Magic next September too? Lucky you if you are on AFTER drydock. I am curious what kind of upgrades they are making. I heard rumors about more Suites. Maybe, they can make a bigger pool somewhere? That is really my only complaint about DCL, the pools are way too small for the amount of people expected to use them.

- Jennifer

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

Good morning, Jennifer!

Wait.. why are we saying morning? It's only 11:30pm here. Though I guess it's technically tomorrow there.

Anyway... yeah, I think I read somewhere that they started tearing up carpets before a drydock once. That being said, I'm thinking if the cruise isn't full, they'll probably upgrade everyone so they can have as much of Deck 1 and 2 free if they wanted to start a bit early.

Optimism anyway

We're already booked in a Cat. 3 for that cruise. It is our "splurge cruise" because of the price. So, I don't expect any upgrades for us.

- Jennifer

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

Good morning, Jennifer!

Wait.. why are we saying morning? It's only 11:30pm here. Though I guess it's technically tomorrow there.

It's already AM here. We're in CST. I am waiting for the laundry to dry and got into a DISboards zone. I seem to lose track of time when I am on here.

- Jennifer

 

[Cruise]

Julie:

Are you on the Magic next September too? Lucky you if you are on AFTER drydock. I am curious what kind of upgrades they are making. I heard rumors about more Suites. Maybe, they can make a bigger pool somewhere? That is really my only complaint about DCL, the pools are way too small for the amount of people expected to use them.

- Jennifer

I'm not on anything after December at this point. A few posts up, I was talking about how I was con.... err... talking DH into maybe rebooking on board and how September would be good for his work schedule. Then, of course, I figure out that the Magic is out of commission for most of September.

 

[Cruise]

Yeah, I understand the feeling. I just couldn't sleep last night for some reason and ended up staying up till after 4am.

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

We took advantage of rebooking onboard with the 10% discount and onboard credits. Then, we transferred the reservation to AAA and kept the discount and onboard credits. Then, we got additional AAA onboards credits. So, all our tips are already paid for before we even step onboard with money left over for a few Midori Coladas.

Others on here have transferred their onboard reservations to the site sponsor "Dreams Unlimited". They have rave reviews. So, we plan to use them in the future.

- Jennifer

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

Yeah, I understand the feeling. I just couldn't sleep last night for some reason and ended up staying up till after 4am.

Bill took one of my Ambien. He needs a good nights sleep. So, I figure one of us needs to be somewhat alert in case the kids need us. I don't mind. I am a night owl.

- Jennifer

 

[Cruise]

We used DU for our second cruise and again for his one. Since we were within the window of "final payment due," I knew I had to go straight through the TA if I wanted an onboard credit since it seems you can't get one if you transfer after final payment has been made.

It paid off though... when I got the quote for them, they actually quoted me a bigger onboard credit than was listed on the website. So I'll take it.

 

[Cruise]

Bill took one of my Ambien. He needs a good nights sleep. So, I figure one of us needs to be somewhat alert in case the kids need us. I don't mind. I am a night owl.

- Jennifer

That's my biggest fear... being too out of it if an emergency comes along. I just know the night I decide to take something to put me out will be the night the next "big one" hits out here. And DH is such a heavy sleeper, I feel like I have to be the one to scream hysterically.

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

FUTURE LATE NIGHT POSTS WARNING:

Y'all are forewarned, Bill informed me this weekend that he has an upcoming business trip scheduled in November. I was up at all hours of the night the last time he went away. So, future late night rambles could soon follow. I apologize in advance.

- Jennifer

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

We used DU for our second cruise and again for his one. Since we were within the window of "final payment due," I knew I had to go straight through the TA if I wanted an onboard credit since it seems you can't get one if you transfer after final payment has been made.

It paid off though... when I got the quote for them, they actually quoted me a bigger onboard credit than was listed on the website. So I'll take it.

I'm glad that worked out for you. See. . . another positive experience with DU.

We planned to transfer our current cruise to DU. But, our AAA Rep has left and the new Rep has no clue about DCL or our reservation. So, we were afraid to have her in our reservation poking around. We figure if she leaves it alone, it should be fine.

- Jennifer

 

[Cruise]

I've heard other people say they don't like DU cause they're almost completely email based, it takes time to get answers and quotes, etc. But I figure I'm one of those people that does enough research and such that I don't really need a TA for much. If they're willing to give me an onboard credit out of their commission and it doesn't cost any more than booking directly with Disney, I figure why not? But I can understand why a person who was unfamiliar with Disney and needed a little more hand-holding might be turned off by DU.

 

[JsMom2]

Good Morning!

Are you gals still up? I've spent the last half hour calling Jasmine, trying to wake her up. Usually when I call her she's up and awake. Last night she started feeling sick, so I figured if I'd let her stay home today and sleep it off if needed. (Didn't tell her that).

But when she wasn't answering either her cell or the home phone then I started to get a bit worried. My neighbors all keep an eye out for her at the bus stop, and make sure she's there each morning, so I was going to have one go by and check on her. Then I finally got thru. I had her call the neighbors while I was on the phone with her, then told her to take some Sudafed and go back to bed.

 

[JsMom2]

Jennifer,
Are you guys driving to Florida in December?

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

That's my biggest fear... being too out of it if an emergency comes along. I just know the night I decide to take something to put me out will be the night the next "big one" hits out here. And DH is such a heavy sleeper, I feel like I have to be the one to scream hysterically.

When I was younger, my sister and I visited family in San Diego. I was in a dead sleep when I felt my bed shaking a little and then the pictures on the wall were banging a little against the wall. It was a really "mild" earthquake. But, a weird experience and one I still remember to this day. Usually in the movies, things are banging everywhere and chairs and tables are sliding across the floor. But, what I experienced was pretty mild. My Aunt and Uncle didn't even wake up. I guess they were use to it.

The main thing we have to worry about around here are tornados. But, we are out of that season right now. We have really weird seasons in Texas. I will never get use to not having a "true" winter. We have maybe one or two days the most of snow flurries. Even then, it doesn't stick. We keep promising the kids we will go see snow one year. So, they can finally go sledding.

- Jennifer

 

[JsMom2]

This will be my first cruise and first trip outside the U.S. other than a drive-by of Canada.

we're from Tennessee, traveling w/ mother in law. husband (39), son (10) and daughter (5); sister-in-law (30-something) and brother in-law (30 something); another sister in-law (30-something) and her son (13).

We can't wait.

Welcome to you and your family!!

I'm traveling with my DD who's 9, and with my sister, her friend, my brother, his wife, and their son (14)

You're joining a fun group. Be sure to checkout the lime green link in my signature for the info on the Meets we have planned during the cruise. Also, if you have any questions just ask away you are in good hands here!

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

Jennifer,
Are you guys driving to Florida in December?

Yes, we are driving to FL in December.


- Jennifer

 

[Cruise]

When I was younger, my sister and I visited family in San Diego. I was in a dead sleep when I felt my bed shaking a little and then the pictures on the wall were banging a little against the wall. It was a really "mild" earthquake. But, a weird experience and one I still remember to this day. Usually in the movies, things are banging everywhere and chairs and tables are sliding across the floor. But, what I experienced was pretty mild. My Aunt and Uncle didn't even wake up. I guess they were use to it.

I've only had a couple of those since we've been in CA. The last one was only a couple months ago. I was sitting here at the computer and everything started shaking. It'll freak ya out a little bit

Good morning, Wendy!

 

[TheTXTaylors5]

I've heard other people say they don't like DU cause they're almost completely email based, it takes time to get answers and quotes, etc. But I figure I'm one of those people that does enough research and such that I don't really need a TA for much. If they're willing to give me an onboard credit out of their commission and it doesn't cost any more than booking directly with Disney, I figure why not? But I can understand why a person who was unfamiliar with Disney and needed a little more hand-holding might be turned off by DU.

I was very impressed with DU when we were having difficulties booking our Palo and excursions at the 90 day mark because the DCL site wasn't working properly. Our AAA office just had a message when we called them. But, Angie (MrsMork) got a response from DU online within half an hour.

- Jennifer