20050514..May 14, 2005...Official Check in Disney's 1st 14 Day thru Panama Canal Part 2

[Cinderelly516]

Following are a few additional additions for the cruise re: expenses:

QUOTE]

One more tip regarding credeit card use on the cruise. Make sure you call your credit card before you leave and tell them you are going on vacation and will be leaving the country and using the credit card.

On our first cruise to Alaska we got a nice note in our room one night telling us our credit card would not let them charge anything to it and we needed to call them... Needless to say a very expensive phone call later from a phone booth in Sitka we were able to clear up everything.

Nice that the creit card company cared but what a pain to deal with on vacation

 

[Kevin&Randall]

did Anyone Book Their Cruise Through Dvc??

If So, Have They Sent You Any Information??

We have booked via DVC. We've gotten the confirmation slips showing them deducting our points.

Anything from DCL? No
Anything else from DVC? No

I wonder if this stuff is going to DVC (since they are the travel agent) and DVC needs to forward it to us, but is being lazy. To make matters worse, we share points with my parents who live in Colorado. So my DVC mail goes to Colorado before it ever gets to Florida.

I just hope the DCL website has the same information as the snail mail has.

Randall

 

[kellib36]

I took the quiz and got my pirate name: Captain Bess Flint! I happily join the rest of the Flint clan on this cruise, including my friend (and namesake?) Mad Bess Flint (Kellib) Beth

Gee, I"m MAD!!!!!! Is this one of those alternate universe thingies?!?!? Are you me in the future? Or am I you in the past?!?!? Enquiring minds need to know these things......

Glad you're navigating now, Beth!!!

 

[ImprovGal]

I can't believe it...the shore excursion booklet made it to Canada...the only problem....it's for the Eastern Caribean ports & Castaway Cay. Is this the same booklet everyone else got or was there actually one for the Panama Canal crossing cruises????

Well, I received a nice envelope from AAA a couple of weeks ago. Sadly, mine too was for the Eastern Caribbean ports and Castaway Cay. I called my travel agent to let her know I received the wrong one, but I'm not sure whether it was a matter of AAA putting the wrong brochure in the envelope for me or DCL sending them the wrong brochure to put in an envelope for me. *shrug*

 

[TDC Nala]

Gee, I"m MAD!!!!!! Is this one of those alternate universe thingies?!?!?

At least you're not Iron. I sound like a multivitamin.

Iron Charity Bonney

 

[ImprovGal]

At least you're not Iron. I sound like a multivitamin.

Iron Charity Bonney

Must be the single supplement I was told to watch out for on cruise vacations.

-- Capt. Anne Rackham

 

[meb51]

We have been on a 4 day cruise where we were able to make a reservation for Palo for one of those nights. (I have to confess that we were not all that impressed with the food and had to wait a very long time for it to come.) I plan to give Palo another try when we are on the 14 day cruise. I'm wondering how often some of you are planning to dine there. Has anyone heard anything about making Palo reservations for this cruise?

Hmm ... I was pretty tired when I wrote that so maybe I didn't ask my question too clearly. I was under the impression that you could make one Palo reservation per stateroom for Palo per cruise. I believe I read that in the Passporter guide. Was that also true for the 10 day cruise? (I'm not sure that I want to make more than one reservation but was just curious as to whether that was a possibillity.)

Marie

 

[TDC Nala]

Must be the single supplement I was told to watch out for on cruise vacations.

Take with water for 2 weeks straight.

 

[kpros]

Hmm ... I was pretty tired when I wrote that so maybe I didn't ask my question too clearly. I was under the impression that you could make one Palo reservation per stateroom for Palo per cruise. I believe I read that in the Passporter guide. Was that also true for the 10 day cruise? (I'm not sure that I want to make more than one reservation but was just curious as to whether that was a possibillity.)

Marie

The official line for the 10 day that we were told was one Palo reservation and then the waiting list for additional nights. We never got a call from the waiting list. However, I think the thing to do is call Palo every afternoon and/or evening and bug them. I know of a number of people that got more then one night at Palo on the 10 day Xmas cruise.

Ken

 

[SandraLee]

Yes, but if you are dining in Palo with another couple (cabin), then both of you can dine twice. Once for your cabin in a table for 4 and once for the other cabin in a table for 4.

 

[Scott H]

Kay, The list is pretty good but it lacks one main item, Duct Tape, never leave home without it.

 

[Hygiene99]

Friday Edition​

What's Going On.​

Precruise Going On's ​

UPDATED.. TigFanJeff = DOOR MAGNETS Get them now Personalised.
If your Dis Screen Name Starts With A thru H.. Full Story.Here .....See Them Here...

NEW
HMRGANG = List of Teens, OK - I will volunteer to coordinate a list of "tweeners" (and teens, if they want to be included).Like to get to know about some of the other Young Adults on your Cruise, Make some new friends or someone to hang with ?Get the full Story here ........
.Click Here to PM

NEW
KaraEric = Rotary Club, Calling all Rotary Club Members! My father is in Rotary and mentioned the other day that he will be missing three weeks worth of meetings for this trip. He was curious to know if there were other Rotary Club members cruising with us. If there are, he suggested holding a meeting or two on the ship to make up for the missed meetings with your local chapters.
I will be happy to coordinate this effort if there is interest. PM me if you're interested.Click Here to PM

NEW
Someone suggested a while back that we wear our "Repo This" shirts on Embarkation day. and our "All I got was this lousy t-shirt" on Debarkation day. We Are planning on doing This. If You Wish.

NEW
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WIN A 14 day Disney Cruise In May. Enter Here.
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Disney Visa $50.00 Stateroom Credit. If You Qualify, Dont Miss Out. Get info HERE
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How To Ship A package To The Disney Magic.. Click Here
NEW
The Tip Caculator......Get It Here
NEW

WEBRAY = Cigars & Spirits Get Together. Enjoy a Good Cigar or a Stiff Belt. Then Come Meet BOB and others at the Get together. Time to Be Announced...Watch the Dis Navigator for this..Cigars and Spirits to be Provided. If you let them know.. Click Here to PM
UPDATED[/SIZE]
SandraLee = Official Excursion List Maker! Like to See Who is going with you?
PM your info to SandreLee and she will put this All together. Click Here to PM Castaway Cay: List.
Curacao: List. Mazatlan: list. . Acapulco: List.. Cabo San Lucas: List.

Seaulater = The List of Special Events...
Anniversary's Celebrated ? Will Get this info Printed
on the Dis Navagator, So We can Celebrate your Special Day..
Email Us Here

TDC Nala = The Book Exchange, Get the Full report here.........Follow Up Report Here. Watch the Dis Nav. for info.

Jeff & Jen = WEBSITE, List of people Going & Photo's The Master List
If You wish to be added, You may Email your info. Info for The Master List.

Jeff & Jen = See where we are Stayying Click here .

Jeff, Jen & TDC Nala = T Shirt Design's
The t shirt designs, you can order them off cafe press And Zazzle at your convience. There are two designs, the second one was made by TDC Nala (Catherine).
Design #1 Kingdom To Kingdom, On Zazzle

Design #2, Repo This, on Cafe Press
NEW
Jeff & Jen = The Pin Design Available on a T Shirt.Pin Design on T Shirt @ Zazzle..

TikiGirl = Cafe Press $5.00 OFF Coupon..
USE THIS CODE (climeslaptop )

Cotomom = Iron On Patches, Click Here To View Deadline has passed..

Moocow35 = Pinslimited edition Design, Designed By.
Ivanova / Susan / Dh / John of the Aug. Repo.
Click here To View. deadline has passed

After Deadline has passed..​

Moocow35 = Extra pins available for latecomers, Click Here to PM
VideoGal1 = Extra pins available for latecomers, Click Here to PM
Kellib36 = Extra pins available for latecomers, Click Here to PM

Scott H. = PreCruise Get Together Saratoga Springs Resort BYOB 5/13/05 Friday. Click Here to PM Get full Report Here.
VideoGal1 = 5/13/04 Airport Hyatt Dinner MeetClick Here to PM Meet in lobby about 6 pm.

Q's My Princess = List of Pirate Names. Click Here to PM Alot of folks Dressing up for the pirate deck party..Get Pirate Name here Learn to talk pirate..Click Here
or here ....See the List Here..

EnnisB = THE CHAT ROOM Come join us as we As we Discuss more fun things to do on our Cruise...To Get To The Chat Room Click Here

What's Happening Onboard ​

Jeff & Jen = Door Magnets, Gift to all.See Them Here...

Disneydreamer8 = Sailaway Party List.Click Here to PM
2 meets scheduled one at 3pm, and deck 10 as the ship leaves the port.
See the Current list Here just Click..

AshleyDoc = We are bringing some small souvenirs of London to give out at the 3pm Sailaway,also have a few London Pins if anyone is intrested.

WebRay = Surprise Gift, To be Delivered to Your Fish. If You are on the List.

LittleKid58 = Sailaway Gift, Bottles of bubbles..

MEB51 = Bringing small bottles of bubbles to the sail-away party at 3:00 Pm.

Tap & Dap = Sailaway Gift, Sandal Key chain.

LITTLEKID58 = Bringing Mardi Gras Beads. for the Sailaway .

Cotomom, 3DAN & rcostello1 = A Cute little idea. For a Sailaway Gift

ShellofclearH20 = Special Surprise at sail-away party.

Hygiene99 = Surprise at Sailaway party 5:23 pm.

TADsMommy = Surprises for everyone at both the 3pm and the sailaway parties.

Moocow35 = Working on a little surprise..
First Timers =Gifts to share at the sail aways, and Special Plastic Wine glasses for the Wine tasting party.

VideoGal1 & Cash = Sailaway goodies that will be keyed to stateroom numbers. From The Master List..
all GTY Status folks should add Room #'s asap.

Mickey & Joshnut = For the sailaway gifts making special customized lifesavers wrappers.

Janis = Sailaway Gift, mini flashlight keychains.

BriSully = Button
Bonzie1 and Brisully= To see It. Click Here

Karaeric, AZpirates, Seaulater, Kpros / Spros, DisneyPinDiva, Scott H., Hygiene99, BobandLee and WebmasterRegina. =
Name Badge's[/URL] / Lanyard Give Away.
We are going to use the list on Jeff and Jen's web page - you know, this one: The Master List If for some reason you really don't want to be on Jeff's list, but would like a name badge, you can PM, KPROS with your information

Kellib36 =Glow necklaces As Sailaway gift. to be used on one of the dark nights!

Karaeric =Wine tasting, Sponsored By :Dreams Unlimited Travel.

BYOW, Folks are Bringing Regional Wines and there favorites for others to taste. Limited to Children of Legal Drinking age..Click Here to PM
Wine tasting: Have questions about how wine is made or why 2 chardonays can taste so different? Send me all your questions about wine and we'll have a special wine making presentation during our tasting event.Click Here to PM

Danicaw = High Tea List . On Board the Magic, reservations Will Be made on the ship , May have to be split into several groups. Deadline has passed.

kellib36 = Palo Brunch, "other-than-private-room" It is Going to Be the same day as the Private room.Brunch Sat. or Sun. May 21 or 22 at 10 a.m. deadline has passed.

Seaulater = Palo Brunch Sat. or Sun. May 21 or 22 at 10 a.m. Full Sorry.

Seaulater = Linked Dining Main Seating Ended 2/28/05Get The Full report Here.

DVC Minnie = Linked Dining Late Seating Ended 2/28/05Get the Full report Here.

Seaulater =Scrapbook Meet.Click Here to PM Get The Full Report Here.

Bettemom = Scrapbook Gift Exchange $20.00 value, to Be Exchanged at the SB meet.

Bettemom = Counted Cross Stitch Class, Learning Kit to be provided...Click Here to PM

ImprovGal = Coming soon to an "at sea" day near you -- "Cruise Line Is It Anyway? (Improviseational Comedy)"
I know this will come as a complete surprise to everyone, but one of my interests is improv comedy. Since DCL took the improv out of Off-Beat, it's up to us to bring improv back to the Magic. So, I'll be "hosting" some improv games on one of the at sea days TBD. Anyone interested? No experience necessary. It's just for fun. Audience members needed.

Tink33 = Walks around the deck, workout in the gym, swimming, dancing at the deck parties - every bit of exercise means more chocolate souffle. And I will think of a reward program for those that join us. pm if intrested. All levels of fitness are welcome. Official Name of Group.
Ready to Exercise Phor Overindulging.. .Click Here to PM
Karaeric = TAG: If you would like to play, please PM Kara your stateroom # and names. If you don't yet have a cabin #, send it as soon as you get it.we will have one (or two) Mickey shaped door magnets that will get passed around the ship. Each person who receives the magnet will sign it, then go "tag" another participant's cabin door! It's a lot of fun. I'm hoping we can get the Mickey to go around to everyone more than once since we have 14 days!
Click Here to PM

Hygiene99 = Group photo, Will arrange for Disney Photographer on a Sea day, Probably in Atrium Area. If You are on The Master List you Will be notified on the ship.

Hygiene99 = Group Photo to be taken on Pirate Night with all of us dressed up in our pirate clothing. Captain Hook and Mr. Smee Will Be requested to Join us... Group photo to be taken right in front of Lumiere's.

Scott H. = Castaway Cay Snorkle meet Adult Beach. Click Here to PM Get The full Report Here.

Scott H. = The Grass Skirt Fraternity. Join in the fun for Tropical night Or Dinner At Palo. Click Here to PM

Seaulater = Donald (DUCKY) WILLIAMS, Pin and Card Presentation
Extra Pin ordered, To give to Don "Ducky" Williams From his "Friends & Family" from the Dis Boards.
I thought I would do a card and get as many people as possible to sign and give it to him with the pin as a token of appreciation. He really does go above and beyond.

Seaulater = Disboard Navigator. The Navigator To Be Made and delivered to everyone's "fish" for when they arrived at their stateroom door.
I will make up the navigator (for everything we have scheduled prior to the cruise), print, bring, and deliver to everyone. I will also bring extras for the sailaway party(ies).
What has been done in the past is that the Navigator was posted, before we left on a website and then people could print out if they wanted.

Stateroom Volunteer = Volunteer'sTo Deliver, The DIS Navigator That Will Be published each Day By Seaulater, Will contain What is Going on Each Day with The Dis Events. Zazu's Crew = Hygiene99, Bettemom,Videogal1,Ennisb / Son, Scott H., Angelaj, I12go2wdw/ Jordan, And Webray.

DisneyPinDiva = Pin Trading, Seems we have Quite a few.. Pin trading meet while on board. Are you all bringing your pins?

After Our Cruise Has Ended.​

Rcostello1 = Fantasmic Private Viewing. At Disneyland on the Saturday We arrive Space is limited to 21 TBA Cost $53.00 Desert Buffett..

Videogal1 = The Price Is Right. Trip See a taping of the Show.The date for TRIP is May 31.

NejTheLion = I was thinking about offering to put together a DVD of the cruise - collecting photos and possibly video footage from the cruisers afterwards, making some music videos, slideshows, etc. already having done quite a few for assorted family functions. I can make them all spiffy Nothing that needs to be decided now - just wondering if that's something any of you might be interested in... Email Here Just Click. Get the Full Report Here.

Get The hours For Disneyland Here..

Just Some thought's​

Some folks are staying at 2 of the most stayed at resorts at the Port
Ron Jons and the Radisson, no official meets have been Set up as of yet but Look for folks all day around the pool area's also several others at the Airport hyatt and plans are in works.

Some Other Tid Bit's. Of Info​

PASSPORTS = Strongly suggested By Disney Cruise Line...Get the full Report Here.
Here is a link you can get the application here have it all filled out the go to your local Post office that may offer this service..http://travel.state.gov/
Attire, = There will be two (2) formal and two (2) semi formal evenings. There will be one (1) pirate(1)tropical nights. I guess that leaves nine (9) "cruise casual" nights were jeans are allowed in the dining rooms (don't even get me started!)

Food = There are plans to introduce new lunch and dinner menus so that no menu will be repeated during the course of the sailing.
Entertainment = A new production show to be offered. She didn't have any specifics other than that.

Donald Ducky Williams, will be onboard and we will recieve 2 Lithographs
1 for going on the cruise and one for going thru the canal.
This has been said on other cruises by DDW .

Canal Party = All seas travel, is hosting a party in the Roy Suite the day of the Canal crossing . for its customers. You can do better than that..
Return Cruisers Gift = It is rumored that there is a new gift not a beach towel as on past Cruise's.

The Disclaimer​

It is not Mandatory that you bring something for everybody, we all understand.. People do what they can with what they have ..

This Maybe a trip of a Lifetime.​

Please feel Free to Stop by at any of the Events with or without something for People on the cruise.. Meeting You Would Be, The Best Gift Of All..
Im sure I speak For All On This Thread. Come on be part of the Fun,
Dont miss out. 05/14/05 Repo Cruise Thread..

Have something you would like to Share.
email us. Just Click Here

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[BethE]

Well, that's cool too, Beth. I'm not worried about losing, I just want to keep enough sense about me not to go way overboard (pardon the pun). I know one of the first thing I will do is have a case of Evian delivered to the cabin.

Hugs

I'm all for not going overboard! But I don't know -- do you think we can handle having two Captain Flints in the same cabin??

Beth
AKA Captain Bess Flint

 

[BethE]

I was surfing some of the other boards today and found the following:

FIRST: IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SPACE SAVING BAGS, THE FOLLOWING MIGHT BE OF INTEREST:

http://www.spacebag.com/shop_sport.asp?


First disclaimer:
I borrowed this list from another board. It will be promptly returned to that board after the cruise.


Second disclaimer:

This is a compilation of suggested items to pack from various people/sources. I do not claim them as my own. I do not expect anyone to pack ALL of these tips (I won't even pack them all). Take 'em or leave 'em. They aren't gospel.

So, with that said, here's the list of tips/suggestions:

Essential Documents:
Cruise Documents
Passport or Certified Birth Certificate
Credit Cards
Photocopy of passport and credit cards held by spouse / roommate
Air Tickets for return flight
Cash (Small bills, especially)
Travelers Checks (if desired)
Telephone Number of Cruise Agent (toll-free and direct)
Other Important Telephone Numbers
E-mail Addresses (if you're going to use the Internet Cafe)
Telephone Credit Card

Clothing:
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Shoes appropriate for formal wear
Beach footwear (sandals/flip-flops)
Water Shoes (Optional)
More bathing suits than you think you’ll need
Sweater or jacket for the theaters (they can be chilly)
Eyeglasses (if necessary)
Sunglasses
Jewelry/Valuables (as few as possible)
casual clothing
Umbrella
Snorkeling Gear
Small Sewing Kit
Cover-up for travel from pool/beach (remember, ships are air-conditioned)
T-shirts (plan to buy a few of these)
Gym clothes for running/workouts
Hat (could also be purchased)
Underwear (as desired)
Robe (optional)
Light Sewing Kit

If you plan on doing laundry onboard:
Individually packaged detergent tablets
Dryer sheets
Individual Shout stain remover packets or stain sticks
Rolls of quarters for laundry
Mesh Laundry Bag (also great for dirty clothes storage)

Bathroom Items:
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Hair Brush/Comb
Skin Lotion
Makeup Case/Bag
Shampoo (your brand in small plastic bottle)
Deodorant
Sunscreen lotion
Spray on sunscreen for the scalp (if you have your hair braided or are folically challenged)
Aloe for sunburn (in case you forget to use the sunscreen)
Skin so soft insect repellent
Headache medication
Cold and Allergy medicines (just in case).
Bonine or Dramamine for sea-sickness
Papaya Enzyme. chewable tablets, helps digest food in case you eat something that doesn't agree with you, THIS IS A MUST.
Correctal, gentle laxative, for men or women. Nothing worse than have that bloated feeling while on a cruise.
Medicines and prescriptions (in original containers)
Light first aid supplies
Body Powder (optional)
Feminine Products (optional for some)
Stick-Up Air freshener

Camera Equipment:
Film Cameras (one-time-use or regular)
Panoramic Camera (one-time-use)
Underwater Camera (one-time-use)
Lenses, Lens Hoods, and Filters (if necessary)
Flash Attachments (if necessary)
Indoor film (ASA 400 or higher)
Outdoor film (ASA 100 or lower)
Batteries
Digital Camera
Memory Modules / "Digital Film"
Cables (depends on camera)
Laptop for image storage/display (optional - also can be used for watching DVDs)

Personal Electronics (everything else that plugs in or runs on batteries):
FRS Radios
Nightlight (the rooms can be VERY dark)
Extension cord with extra outlets
Light up travel alarm clock
Little flash lights (good for inside cabins to help kids find the bathroom)
Mobile Phone (although it won't work in most ports)
Hair dryer
Batteries
Portable reading light
Portable CD or MP3 Player
GPS (for the super-techies!)
Portable iron or steamer

Miscellaneous:
Don't forget the duct tape for emergency repairs (also makes a good "mute button" for teenagers)
Business Cards (who knows?)
Pen/Highlighter
Recreational Reading Materials
Guide books for ports of call
Journal for keeping a trip diary
Zip lock bags for wet swimsuits, toiletries, etc.
Soft sided cooler to bring off the ship for excursions and beaches (must be packing in luggage in order to bring aboard)
Beach bag
Cork screw if you bring wine for the romantic evenings on the verandah
Your own beverages and mixers and cups w/lids to mix the drinks.
Individual antibacterial hand wipes
Bottles of H20 and you can refill them with the filtered water on deck.
Fanny packs
Some hard candy or Movie Theater Candy (optional)
Binoculars (optional)

Miscellaneous:
If you end up underpacking (not likely) you can always buy something in one of the ship's shops or at a port of call.
A good packing rule: when in doubt, leave it out.
Opt for washable items whenever possible, dry cleaning on the ship can be expensive.
Shoes take up a lot of room in luggage, try to limit the # of shoes you bring to: one pair of walking shoes, one pair of versatile casual shoes, and one pair of dressy shoes (plan on wearing the bulkiest shoes on/off the ship, to save room in your luggage). You might want to consider a good pair of water shoes as well (these should not be too bulky in your luggage).
Have all of your shoes broken in before the cruise.
cruise lines don't allow irons in your stateroom, so try to pack wrinkle-free clothing.
Tape identification info INSIDE your luggage (in case the luggage tag comes off).

How do I save something like this for future reference without having to search for it? Do I have to cut and paste it to a file on my computer? Sorry for the dumb newbie question...

Beth

 

[ashleydoc]

I cut and pasted it to word,then printed it out to keep in my cruise document file

Ashley

 

[krdisneybound]

(quote)Miscellaneous:
Don't forget the duct tape for emergency repairs (also makes a good "mute button" for teenagers)
Business Cards (who knows?)(/quote)

ScottH: Duct tape was the first item listed under "miscellaneous". Funny thing you said that, because I was going to list it and didn't because it was there. Scotch Tape is not on the list and I always take that also.
I copied the lists and made the font larger (so I can read them!!!) and putting them in the spare bedroom until I start packing.


Thanks for the Palo information. Didn't realize that only one ressie could be made. WOW - the couple of times we have been at Palo's, it was not full AT ALL - maybe people just didn't show up. I do know tht they charge you, if you don't cancel.

 

[Scott H]

Kay, I missed it completely guess I need the larger Font. Hey I am a guy and we don’t read directions, it is an evolutionary thing. As men we think the list should have started with Duct Tape in big capital letters.

There was no mention of a razor for shaving. Do we have to start a beard growing contest list.

A very good list. We actually use a permanent marker to put our ID info inside our bags. Calling the Credit Card companies is a very good idea. VISA did the same to us once, American Express never had that problem, AMEX has treated me very well and I rely on the profesional service from that card.

I did cut a copy the list to add to our cruise file. Actually it straitened up our list. Depending on the trip we bring envelopes with Thank You notes for tips. Chewable Pepto B is a good. Vitamins. Power converter, depending on where you are traveling. Serge protector for electronic stuff, maybe a power strip.

 

[Mickbee]

did Anyone Book Their Cruise Through Dvc??

If So, Have They Sent You Any Information??

We booked through DVC. We received the excursion info after calling.

Has anyone recieved a letter from DCL "strongly" advising you to bring a passport?

As I understand it, DCL has sent these out the the cruisers. We have not received the letter.

 

[Scott H]

Also A DVC reservation.

No letter, but DCL has our Passport numbers as I recall giving them to DCL in the past.

No shore excursion info either.

 

[krdisneybound]

There was no mention of a razor for shaving. Do we have to start a beard growing contest list.

I did cut a copy the list to add to our cruise file. Actually it straitened up our list. Depending on the trip we bring envelopes with Thank You notes for tips. Chewable Pepto B is a good. Vitamins. Power converter, depending on where you are traveling. Serge protector for electronic stuff, maybe a power strip.

Actually, that is a very good idea. To see at the end of say even 13 days, who grows the longest beard. But in lieu of that:

ADD TO LIST: Razor for shaving for the men.

Well, I am off to accomplish a hugh chore today. We're having storm/impact windows put in our house and the cost of them would get us on probably 3 more cruises in the future....... But it has to be done. Maybe it will save us from a storm/hurricane so that we can cruise more in the future.