11/11/10 3 night Wonder!

[JsMom2]

It seems like the earlier the better for the Meet and Greet, because after sail away everyone is trying to get their suitcases and change before dinner. We have lifeboat drill at 3:30. How about if we meet at 3:00 in the Promenade lounge? We can just bring our life jackets with us, and then go from there to deck 4 for the drill. That'd give the kids a chance to meet before they start going to the clubs.

We could follow that up with an adults only meet up later that evening to discuss any specific plans in a more leisurely fashion.

What does everyone else think???

 

[JsMom2]

I'm glad there are lots of kids, just hope more in the 8yr range join, or my DD8 will drive her 11yr sis crazy if she tags along very much.
I can't wait to hear about your May BLT stay. We spent the extra points to book a 2-bedroom because after seeing the cruise cat 4 family room on line, it looks like it will be tight. I figure we will need to spread out after the cruise. Do they ever do a free up grade from cat 4 to a suite?

BLT was wonderful! We had a 1 BR Bay Lake view, and actually had a MK and Bay View. I think you'll really like the 2 BR. Be sure to go up to the Top of the World lounge to see the fireworks and electrical water pageant!

 

[SharonLowe]

It seems like the earlier the better for the Meet and Greet, because after sail away everyone is trying to get their suitcases and change before dinner. We have lifeboat drill at 3:30. How about if we meet at 3:00 in the Promenade lounge? We can just bring our life jackets with us, and then go from there to deck 4 for the drill. That'd give the kids a chance to meet before they start going to the clubs.

We could follow that up with an adults only meet up later that evening to discuss any specific plans in a more leisurely fashion.

What does everyone else think???

I have treated myself to a facial and its from 2:30 until 3:20. But, I can send my older DS and my DD to a 3 pm meet and then catch up on plans after the drill. We have late dinner - anyone else?

Okay, I changed my facial so 3 pm is perfect for us too.

 

[kerickson]

Booked Palo for Sat night and a Seaweed Wrap and Massage for me on Friday! I treated my husband to a massage last time, so this trip it's my turn!

We decided to not book any excursions this trip. We'll be running around at WDW prior, so we just plan on relaxing on the boat and on Castaway Cay for 3 days!

I was surprised that there were quite a few Palo ressies available. I thought it would be more difficult on such a short cruise. Hopefully my kids will have fun in the clubs that night so my DH and I can enjoy our date night!

I'll be there for the meet at 3pm. Can't wait to meet you in person on the Mickey Boat (that's what my DS calls it) !!

 

[CAJS04]

Count us in too! I promised myself if I lost 60 pounds, that I was going on a cruise, with no kids. I officially did it as of last week! So, my cruise is now paid in full, and we are staying at the Hyatt the night before. So, if it isn't too late, we would like to join the FE group.

Cathy & Stephane, New Brunswick, Canada
Room 7621 (edited to correct room #)

Can't wait to meet you all!

 

[bobbiwoz]

We booked the family on the Atlantis tour too, JSMom2! DH didn't want to do it on our own....we have the first bus out, and the DGC are all looking forward to going to that waterpark.

Bobbi

 

[JsMom2]

We booked the family on the Atlantis tour too, JSMom2! DH didn't want to do it on our own....we have the first bus out, and the DGC are all looking forward to going to that waterpark.

Bobbi

Great...we're on the first bus as well!

 

[Tinkerme1]

Hi Everyone! We are really looking forward to this Disney cruise! It will be my DH (John) and myself (Celia) along with our friends Sylvia and "Dr. Niels" from the UK.

Anybody planning on a FE for this trip? (FE = Fish Extender)

 

[SharonLowe]

Hi Everyone! We are really looking forward to this Disney cruise! It will be my DH (John) and myself (Celia) along with our friends Sylvia and "Dr. Niels" from the UK.

Anybody planning on a FE for this trip? (FE = Fish Extender)

We have ours and several others have signed on to do FEs.

Sharon
DS - Charlie (age 25)
DD - Rebecca (12)

 

[tree320]

BLT was wonderful! We had a 1 BR Bay Lake view, and actually had a MK and Bay View. I think you'll really like the 2 BR. Be sure to go up to the Top of the World lounge to see the fireworks and electrical water pageant!

So good to hear that you liked it. I can't wait to see the electric water parade!

It has been over a month since I have really had time to get on here. I still don't know about the FE. We are farmers and have a bunch of summer markets, so since sweet corn started I have not had much time. I have about a week until the Fall/pumpkin/corn maze season starts and it goes until Halloween. Then we have an out of town family wedding( which all my family members are in) then we come home for 2 days, then we are off to Disney! The FE sounds really fun but I don't think I will have time to put anything together, and I don't know what to give. I hope we can still do the meet-n-greet with you all. Boy, I really need this vacation!!

 

[Tinkerme1]

So good to hear that you liked it. I can't wait to see the electric water parade!

It has been over a month since I have really had time to get on here. I still don't know about the FE. We are farmers and have a bunch of summer markets, so since sweet corn started I have not had much time. I have about a week until the Fall/pumpkin/corn maze season starts and it goes until Halloween. Then we have an out of town family wedding( which all my family members are in) then we come home for 2 days, then we are off to Disney! The FE sounds really fun but I don't think I will have time to put anything together, and I don't know what to give. I hope we can still do the meet-n-greet with you all. Boy, I really need this vacation!!

We just returned from a very lengthy car trip across country and noticed all the corn fields. What beautiful country! Don't worry about the FE, you'll still have a fabulous time without it.

 

[tree320]

I don't know how many of you are also going to WDW, but on the "New Offical November 2010" thread someone made a cute Lime Green Mickey Head with a turkey wearing Mickey ears and 2010, and 'DISboard Turkeys' on it. The post is #3547 on page 237, so you can read all about it and how weHEARTmickey is so kind as to put your DISboard name at the bottom. I have already printed one out and it turned out great. She did an amazing job. Sorry I don't know how to link.

 

[bobbiwoz]

DS who lives in Melrose MA met someone through work with a DD aged 6 who will be on this cruise! He's not an fan of internet discussion groups, so didn't ask if she goes on the Disboards! But still, that's a coincidence!

We'll be at a Treehouse on the 10th. Will anyone else be in SSR that night?

Bobbi

 

[Tinkerme1]

DS who lives in Melrose MA met someone through work with a DD aged 6 who will be on this cruise! He's not an fan of internet discussion groups, so didn't ask if she goes on the Disboards! But still, that's a coincidence!

We'll be at a Treehouse on the 10th. Will anyone else be in SSR that night?

Bobbi

We will!

 

[kimszath]

Hey Cruise Buddies,

My travel agent contacted me today to let me know that FL resident rates were released, so we're getting a refund to upgrade. That means our secret Porthole Room on the Starboard side--5520--IS NOW AVAILABLE!!!! I'm not sure how long it'll sit there... my guess is not long. It's the front-most SPR, not a connector. It's the Cat 10 that used to be a Cat 8, but was downgraded due to a very minor obstruction of the outstanding porthole!!! We upgraded to a Cat 7 that used to be a Cat 6 (same kind of thing.. downgraded due to very minor obsruction!) Lucky us!!!

Hope someone can take advantage. 5520 is a GREAT room!!!

Kim

 

[kimszath]

JSMom 2, I'm sorry I didn't catch your post sooner!!! Yes, we WOULD have been neighbors! Yes, just me and my son, Luke (11), on this cruise. They were supposed to be out of school on the Friday after Veterans Day this year, so I booked the cruise based on that. THEN they changed the schedule, and now they're not off! Well, we're going on the cruise. I haven't told his teachers yet that he's skipping school on Friday, but I'm sure they'll be supportive. We've been through a lot this year, and Luke deserves a getaway.

So... if anyone's keeping a list, Kim and DS Luke (11) in room 6134.

As for excursions, we're also doing the Atlantis excursion.... that's enough. Oh, and snorkeling at Castaway Cay, as always.

 

[Neoshoegal]

Has anyone made a list yet for the gift exchange thingy? We're setting off in 3 weeks time so really need to get it all sorted soon!

 

[SharonLowe]

Has anyone made a list yet for the gift exchange thingy? We're setting off in 3 weeks time so really need to get it all sorted soon!

I was thinking the same thing. I'll try to get it done today and then others can add on if they plan to do the Fish Extender gifts.

 

[Neoshoegal]

I was thinking the same thing. I'll try to get it done today and then others can add on if they plan to do the Fish Extender gifts.

thank you!

 

[CAJS04]

I was wondering the same thing. Maybe we should have a cut off date. Then we can ensure we have enough gifts for everyone!

Cathy