10/12/08-4 night Wonder anniversary cruise

[alohabob]

Thursday we plan to do MNSSHP...I was thinking of making an ADR for the Plaza restaurant around 4:30??? What do you guys think?? I am just not sure that I want too lose park time?? We could just eat at the resort before we head to the party.

Well you all have a nice day!!!

Michelle

Hi Michelle, I was thinking of Thursday the 9th myself for MNSSHP, we have been on two other occasions but on Halloween it self.....it is great to see everyone dressed in costumes and so much fun to trick-or-treat......it's a blast!!!!
Will you be at the park all day or will you be coming from another park that day? I'm sure my wife and I will be there from opening to close.

 

[suzycute]

Hi all

I haven't posted in quite a while and just wanted to check in to say "hi", to say we haven't forgotten you all and that we can't wait for the 12th October!

I was interested to see that cathydisneynut, alohabob and kimiza are staying onsite before the cruise and might be interested in a pre cruise meet up / drinks. We are staying at SSR for a week before and would love to meet up. Maybe we could arrange something??

Sue

 

[alohabob]

Hi all

I haven't posted in quite a while and just wanted to check in to say "hi", to say we haven't forgotten you all and that we can't wait for the 12th October!

I was interested to see that cathydisneynut, alohabob and kimiza are staying onsite before the cruise and might be interested in a pre cruise meet up / drinks. We are staying at SSR for a week before and would love to meet up. Maybe we could arrange something??

Sue

Hi Sue, glad to see you're back, getting to gather would be a lot of fun!
Since you are staying at SSR, maybe we could meet at the Adventures Club at Pleasure Island for a Kungaloosh? My wife and I always have a blast with all the characters Pamelia Perkins, Samantha Sterling, Graves, Hathaway Browne or we could have a gathering at one of the parks.
Who's in for a meet and greet? it doesn't have to be for a long time just to say hello and put faces with names we could have a bite to eat or drink or both or would ever you want. Well enough of my yappin.......take care everyone and have a good weekend.

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

Hi Michelle, I was thinking of Thursday the 9th myself for MNSSHP, we have been on two other occasions but on Halloween it self.....it is great to see everyone dressed in costumes and so much fun to trick-or-treat......it's a blast!!!!
Will you be at the park all day or will you be coming from another park that day? I'm sure my wife and I will be there from opening to close.

We are actually looking into the MNSSHP the day we get off the Wonder on Oct 16th. I figure we can get too AKL villas and have nap and then grab a bit too eat and then head to MK around 4pm and plan to stay till midnight!!!
DD is off school the Friday before we fly down so I am trying to talk Hubby into flying in on the 10th in stead of the 11th? We will see. I would love to spend a day at F & W at Epcot.

So much to plan.....

Michelle

 

[AmyM]

Hello everyone!! Sorry I haven't posted in soooo long. Lots of stuff going on including two WDW trips before our October one

Yes please include us in your spreadsheet...here's our 411
Who: Me (Amy-40) - compulsive planner, trying to learn to RELAX on vacation
DH (Dan-42) - great sport...puts up with DW compulsive planner...now recommends me to friends to plan Disney vacations.
DD (Laura-15) and her friend (Brianna-15) - great kids...friend has never really been on much for vacations and has certainly NEVER experienced Disney.
DS (Robert-13) - very likable and social...will know everyone by the end of the cruise

This will be our 4th Disney cruise. Cabin 8534. Late dining.

Not sure of our pre-cruise plans...will most likely fly down on Saturday. After cruise going to BWV til Sunday.

Counting the days....CAN'T WAIT!!!

 

[Renysmom]

Hi everyone.. So sorry I haven't been on board. I am struggling with the winter blues I guess and just didn't feel like being on the computer at all..

Hard to believe we are closing in on the 200 day mark... I really need to start studying up more on the cruise and more of the ins and outs.

We are not coming down until the Friday before the cruise and are staying at the Radisson, we will be doing NASA on Saturday.

Are we still doing the get together Saturday night (I forget the name of the place that was suggested).

We will be staying for 3 days after the cruise. I am only making one ADR for those three days. We learned our lesson with the dining plan and how much we ate and that the last two days we didn't want to look at food so I figured the cruise is basically the same, and we will be a little tired of food. That plus we love a few of the counter service places and since we are off-site (remember the deal we go 3 nights for the price of one) I don't think ADR's are really needed. Hope I am right LOL..

We are thinking of doing MNSSHP on Thursday night of the cruise as well.

Well besides cold, rain and some hints that spring is on the way that is all that is happening in Virginia.

CathyDisneyNut and AmyM I added your info to our cruise site.

We are getting a great list of people..46 so far...

 

[Renysmom]

Ohh I forgot to ask...

Is anyone planning on bringing Fish Extenders or decorating their doors? I hope to make an extender if I find time. The door decorations are on the list as well.

 

[cathydisneynut]

Ohh I forgot to ask...

Is anyone planning on bringing Fish Extenders or decorating their doors? I hope to make an extender if I find time. The door decorations are on the list as well.

Please excuse my ignorance, but what is a fish extender?

As regards meeting up, will it be early to include the kids? I cannot remember at all how late kids can stay in the Adventurers Club.

 

[alohabob]

Ohh I forgot to ask...

Is anyone planning on bringing Fish Extenders or decorating their doors? I hope to make an extender if I find time. The door decorations are on the list as well.

We will be bringing along a few decorations for our door, I never saw any Fish Extanders on our last cruise......first time ever hearing about it but, willing to give it a try.

 

[alohabob]

Please excuse my ignorance, but what is a fish extender?

As regards meeting up, will it be early to include the kids? I cannot remember at all how late kids can stay in the Adventurers Club.

I'm sure we can meet up early or later what ever everyone wants to do, I know all the times we have been to the Adventurers Club no matter how late it was there seemed to be young kids there.

 

[Renysmom]

Fish extenders are fabric holders that are hung outside your door and people can leave notes, treats, etc. in them.. Kinda like a on ship mail system between friends.

There is a thread about them here:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1219607

 

[Renysmom]

Wow everyone is so quiet here.. Come on folks let's get this cruise party started..

Actually just thought I would post the "unofficial" MNSSHP dates as I know several of you were talking about going before or after the cruise..

Remember these are unofficial but Oct hours should be out any day and you will be able to confirm..

October 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 13, 16, 19, 21, 23, 24, 26, 28, 30, 31, 2008

Park hours being released makes you realize how soon this cruise is...

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

So Kelly,
What do you think??? We are planning too attend the MNSSHP and I am trying to decide between 2 dates. DD is off school on the 10th and so we could fly down that Friday morning and then take a nap and head too MK for the party on the 10th. Or we could go too the party on that Thursday the 16th when we get off the ship??? What would you do??

I am also going to wait and get tickets when we are down there. Last time we bought MVMCP tickets ahead of time it rained and I mean rained hard the entire party!!!!!!!!!! So I am not doing that again. If there is an 80% chance of rain we will skip it! So this would give us two chances.

I thought it would be a great way too kick off our trip and then we can sleep in on Saturday and make our way too Cape Canaveral in the morning.

Friday the 17th we are going to Sea World so that would leave Thursday for F & W if we wanted to go too Epcot! Geez I need a second job too do all this!!! Good thing we are getting that kickback from the gov't! We will definetly put it back into the Economy.

I would have a lot of money if I would quit planning trips.... BUT! I would not have as much fun!

I made something for my state room door on our Magic sailing. Guess I need to think about that for this year.

This probably our last DCL sailing till the new ships come out. We have other things planned for next year like a trip to California and DL. We plan to do Carnival out of San Diego.


My one friend and her Hubby had to cancel the cruise. It was for a good reason though. They just bought a new home and plan to build a Barn for the horses and so they figure this year is not the time for a Disney cruise.
I understand..Priorities!! Mine are just a little different....

Ok I have rambled enough. Have a great day....

Michelle

 

[kimiza]

What is MNSSHP? Can someone let me know what is different about it? Sorry I have never gone in October before, so it is new to me.

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

What is MNSSHP? Can someone let me know what is different about it? Sorry I have never gone in October before, so it is new to me.

Sure! It is a really fun event for Halloween

MICKEY'S NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY!!

It happens on select nights and here are some great tips.
There are special shows and dance parties and trick or treating for the kids.
1) Dress up and have fun!!!!
2) Even though the time says 7pm...You can enter MK any time after 4pm with your party ticket for the party and get your arm band.
3) If you are planning too stay late then watch the 2nd Parade..It is much less crowded. DO NOT MISS the HEADLESS HORSEMAN! It is so cool! He starts the parades each night.
4) Make sure you watch Hallo Wishes
5) Mainstreet USA will be the most crowded area...Venture off and the rest of the park is great...Hardly any lines for rides
6) The park is decorated so cool..It is a fun atmosphere.
7) Ride the Haunted Mansion

There ya go. I am sure there are other tips out there. I love the parties at MK and can not wait too go back. We went on Halloween night in 2004 and it was SOLD OUT, but we still had a blast. So I am hoping earlier in the month will be less busy.

Have fun!
Michelle

 

[Renysmom]

Michelle -

"What do you think??? We are planning too attend the MNSSHP and I am trying to decide between 2 dates. DD is off school on the 10th and so we could fly down that Friday morning and then take a nap and head too MK for the party on the 10th. Or we could go too the party on that Thursday the 16th when we get off the ship??? What would you do?? "

If I was taking children I think I would do it on Friday before if DD can miss school. Sleeping in on Saturday will benefit you on Sunday That Thursday is going to be a very early wakeup, then all the hassles and sadness of getting of the ship, then driving to WDW, then check-in again may make a very long day for her.

We may be running into each other alot. We have tentatively decided to do Epcot on Thursday because of Food and Wine and Sea World on Saturday as well. Got to do Sea World, LOVE that park!!! and we didn't go there last year. I also have to get a Dinner at Chef Mickey's and some time at MK into the schedule as well and we are driving home on Sunday..

When are you looking at going to So CA?? John and I have talked about next May for a possible trip.. I've been doing some research on places to say and such and costs don't look to bad. Wouldn't it be funny to see you there also LOL

Sorry your friend cancelled but you are right, its a great reason. Don't worry you won't get lonely. We will keep you busy

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

Well my DVC member that I rent from e-mailed me yesterday and was able to secure me a studio at the AKV for after the cruise for 2 nights!!!

I lOVE AKL and so it will be fun too stay at the Villas.

Have any of you been checking rental car rates??? They are outrages?

I got my best quote on Hotwire so I think around September I will book with them even though I get charged right then. I can get a Mid size car for the entire 8 day trip for $179 Total! I have gotten nothing better than $230 or higher from any other resource. Still more discounts will come out as it gets closer.

I am also waiting for SW to open the schedule, but most likely I will wait for a DING!

Anyone else been making any other travel plans????

I can not wait too get our gov't check in May..I am paying the cruise off with that one.

Hope everything is good for everyone...

We just had a new addition to our family! We have new baby buckskin filly born on Saturday morning. She is just a sweet as can be. DD is very excited since this baby horse is going too be her's to train and ride.

Oh and I got JIMMY BUFFET tickets on Monday!!!!
He is finally coming back too Saint Louis after 8 years!!! I am so excited!
His concert sold out in 15 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Michelle

 

[alohabob]

Hi Michelle, I am also waiting for SW to open for Oct. My wife and I usually fly with Delta to MCO but there prices are about $60/ea more than SW would be, maybe once SW posts its schedule for Oct. Delta will drop it's price.

So you're a Pirate Head, I would love to see Jimmy Buffet one day but prices to see him around CT. are through the roof, Ill just have to be satisfied with visiting Margaritaville........it's five o'clock somewhere!!!!

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

So you're a Pirate Head, I would love to see Jimmy Buffet one day but prices to see him around CT. are through the roof, Ill just have to be satisfied with visiting Margaritaville........it's five o'clock somewhere!!!![/QUOTE]


My family things I am crazy because I said that is one of my goals in life...Too see Jimmy Buffet in concert!!! You know he is getting old and who knows when he will decide to hang it up!!! So finally this is my chance. I was on the computer right at 10 am when they went on sale and managed to get 2 lawn tickets. They ended up being $96 for both of them together after all the fees. I can handle that, but the actual seats where EXPENSIVE! I would rather be in the lawn anyway! So we can dance!

 

[Renysmom]

I've seen Buffet three times... WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!!!

We use to live 15 minutes from a local venue where he performs each year and one of my best friends worked in the ticket area so she would get us tickets first thing.. I loved being on the lawn.. That is where all the fun is..

I am jealous.. Have fun