11/8/03 Western Cruise roll call.... "looking for info from DISers"

[casica]

I've received emails that I have responses to or on a thread - how do I find these responses? I'm so green at this - can't figure it out! Responses from Kaelynsmom - but can't seem to find it!! Help!!

 

[imgoingtodisney]

still have them?
Can you highlight them? hit control c
go up to your web adrs bar, hit control v and enter
they should open up
hope this makes sense

 

[Lisa F]

Originally posted by dianthus
Had my DD in for her annual check up yesterday. Asked the Ped. if the flu shot would help ward off Norwalk Virus symptoms. She said most likely no, Norwalk is bacterial & is highly contagious once it gets going.

I'm not going on this cruise so pardon the intrusion, but I was searching for something else and came upon this post. I thought Norwalk was a VIRUS and NOT bacterial. I'm REALLY surprised that your ped would say that it's bacterial. The best way to prevent Norwalk and Norwalk-like gastrointestinal viruses is through diligent hand washing.

Lisa

 

[dianthus]

Lisa~ I stand corrected... What I wrote didn't sound right to me either after I posted... She did say Norwalk was a VIRUS, but a flu shot would not help. We were talking about viral vs. bacterial issues... She's not crazy about cruise ships in general...

I wanted to get the Hep A info out there, as it needs to be administered 30 days ahead, which we are close to... I had my DD vaccinated, but I'm not sure about us- whether it's necessary.. Never had it for the Caribbean & have been many times with no problems, but never been to Mexico....

If Norwalk is on the ship, there's nothing you can do about except be diligent about handwashing... We have many displaced cruisers from last year's unfortunate episode on this sailing... Hopefully, that's in the past for the Magic..

I think I'm going to stick to lurking on these boards...

 

[nuke]

This is how to prevent Hep A from the CDC.

Boiling or cooking food and beverage items for at least 1 minute to 185° F (85° C) inactivates HAV. Foods and beverages heated to this temperature and for this length of time cannot serve as vehicles for HAV infection unless they become contaminated after heating. Adequate chlorination of water as recommended in the United States will inactivate HAV. Travelers should be advised that, to minimize their risk of hepatitis A and other enteric diseases in resource-poor countries, they should avoid potentially contaminated water or food. Travelers should also be advised to avoid drinking beverages (with or without ice) of unknown purity, eating uncooked shellfish, and eating uncooked fruits or vegetables that are not peeled or prepared by the traveler personally.

 

[disneyeveryyear]

Hey Amie -

We may see you around. We are also staying at the Wyndham Palace Resort and Spa on Thursday and Friday nights. We paid $89/night on HOtel Kingdom.com because we needed a 2 bedroom.

We are also going to MK on Friday and then we plan Epcot on the return date, spending the night at Wyndham Palace again. We then fly out at 11:40 am on Sunday.

We also have a four year old so I completely understand what you are doing.

I hope our 4 year olds can get together so they can have "built in" friends on-board.

Hope to hear from you soon.

 

[nuke]

Here is some more info on the Eclipse. It looks like the late diners will be able to catch it right before dinner the first night.


Saturday, November 8, 2003

Note: The November 8th eclipse, listed below in Eastern Standard Time (EST) as November 9th in Universal Time (UT). For EST, subtract 5 hours from UT, which may put you in the previous day. (For example, 01:30 UT on November 9 is the same as 8:30 p.m. EST on November 8.)



Moonrise at 5:27 p.m.

(Penumbral begins 5:15 p.m. )

Partial lunar eclipse begins 6:32 p.m.

Total lunar eclipse begins 8:06 p.m.

Greatest eclipse 8:18 p.m.

Total lunar eclipse ends 8:30 p.m.

Partial lunar eclipse ends 10:04 p.m.

(Penumbral ends 11:21 p.m. )

 

[acrucifer]

well down to 31 days, guess its time to start deciding what to pack. these last 31 days will pass quickly my friends. looking forward to meeting fellow DIS members !

 

[Kaelynsmom]

We've finally taken the suitcases out and now I'm working on packing Kaelyn's clothes first. Then I'll tackle our clothes. I think that I'm going to bring some of our clothes to be pressed and I'll hope for the best. I really don't want to have to iron while I'm on vacation.

I've already mentioned to Beverly that Kaelyn is pretty shy. I'm hoping that if I talk to her about the other 4 year olds on the cruise she'll be more likely to spend more time in the clubs.

My DH just goes with the flow and doesn't show alot of excitement. He's so calm and I'm nearly jumping out of my skin with excitement. Although, I did print the menus from castawayclub.com and he did get excited about the food. It took alot of concvincing to get him on this cruise but now he's looking forward to it. Knowing him, he'll be hooked.

-Amie

 

[acrucifer]

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does anyone here know if they still serve the Lobster Lunch on the adult only beach on castaway cay. I cant seem to find this info. anywhere. any help is appreciated. thanks

 

[imgoingtodisney]

anyone else ordering Disney Visa reward dollars to be used on the cruise? Just called and I have $69 coming by Oct 24th
Takes a few wks to receive so you may want to do this in the next wk or so

 

[cjp/dvc]

Crucifer
We did the Magic western last summer and the lobster was available at lunch at Serenity Bay (adult beach). It was plentiful and delicious. We were told by a cast member that it is the lobster that was cooked but not served onboard ship in the dining rooms the night before so it is deshelled, refrigerated and brought out and grilled up only the adult beach.
Hope you get over to get some!

 

[MouseGoofy]

Hi all,

The cruise docs have arrived and been read and filled out.

The suitcases are waiting for the summer clothes that can no longer be worn with the weather we have been having in the Chicago Area.

The van is cleaned out and ready to filled with suitcases and
video games and dvd's and cd's. (todays kids sure have it tough
we were crammed into a car and had to sit there and be quite during our vacations.) (Who am I kidding if DW drives at all I will probably be fighting for the Playstation Controls.)

Ben(DS11) has been practicing his mini golf and says he will ready for Cozumel

It looks like we won't be joining the group meeting on Friday night at the Radisson as Glenda(DW) came up with a great idea.
If we leave a little earlier on Thursday we can try to get to EPCOT
Friday night or first thing Saturday morning and try out Mission Space. (I knew there was something about her that I liked.)

If the Cubs can keep playing for a couple more weeks it will be alot of waiting for the cruise to get here.

John

 

[Tesabat]

Originally posted by nuke
Here is some more info on the Eclipse. It looks like the late diners will be able to catch it right before dinner the first night.

Thanks Nuke. I knew there was a reason we picked second dining - even though I've had second thoughts about that a few times. I wonder if we'll have enough time to view this after the show?? If not, we'll try to situate ourselves so that we can scoot out early from the show without climbing over other people. Or, we may skip the show - as I think this would be pretty cool. Plus, it counts towards those "educational moments" when my son can say, yes, I know I missed school - but....

 

[acrucifer]

Well, I am happy to report that I just got off the phone with Disney Cruise lines (making shore excursion ressies) and they told me that my cruise docs went out today via UPS and will arrive wed. or thurs. ! So needless to say, like the rest of you who have gotten their docs, it feels like it is getting close now. I was also very impressed that the customer rep. noticed that my birthday was within a few days of sailing and asked me if I wanted a celebration. I have to admit, I felt a little silly, but what a heavenly way to spend your birthday, on a cruise ship in the middle of the carribean!! Ill take it! could you throw in a pint of heineken with that ? sign me off, Ready to go !!!

 

[imgoingtodisney]

good morning
I have your 11/5 bday noted so we wont let it slip by. This is a cruise of many birthdays, anniversaries and a wedding. We'll be celebrating the entire week!
Personally I celebrate my bday w/Nolan on the Thurs sea day. I will definately have a tropical drink in hand that day! Hopefully will begin the day at Palos brunch w/Dave, his wife, MIL and hopefully my Dave.

Any DVCers seeing their docs yet?

Anyone calling the Radisson tomorrow to try to get their shuttle reserved? Verandahman was able to reserve 1mo ahead so guess I'll give it a try.

Have a good day. At the end of this day we begin the 20s countdown

 

[LisaG520]

We got our docs today from TA in PA, and we are in CA!

I will try to call the Radisson about shuttle today. I didn't realize we could reserve shuttle ahead of time. Thanks Barb

 

[nghtangl01]

Hey everyone when was the next newsletter suppose to come out?

 

[Johnathan's Mom]

Hi Everyone,
We are trying to nail down our last excursion. What is everyone doing for Cozumel? I know some of you are doing Mini Golf. We are undecided about doing this and maybe Mr. Sanchos. We have a 7 y/o and also had read somewhere about the Dune Buggy trips talked about on eagles ray diving. Has anyone done this before? If so how safe was it for us and a 7 y/o? Are there any ruins to see on this trip?

Thanks! We can't wait! We leave home 30 days from today!


Carla

 

[alisbarc]

Hello Everyone!

Just sent our an email/newsletter to everyone. If you did not get it please email me at dwbarc@aol.com and I will get it to you. I need Casica's email address. Also, if anyone needs any back issues (#1 - #6) of the newsletter please let me know via email and I will forward them on.

By my count we are now over 140 and closing in on 150 Dis Board Cruisers. Wow! I am looking forward to meeting all of you.

A full Lunar eclipse. How cool is that.

ttfn
david