3/9/08 4 night Wonder....Let's get Excited!!!!

[KensJen]

hey there fellow cruisers!! It is only 3 weeks away!

We just booked a week or two ago, and I was shocked to find there was not a cruise meets thread yet. So here ya go!!

Who is joining me on the Wonder???? Join in here!

I am traveling with DH, DS (4) and DD (2). We've been on several Disney cruises, so we're pretty laid back about everything, just going to relax and have some fun. Oh, and to enjoy enjoy some warm weather!!

Hope to see some DISers joining this thread!!

 

[tuckerx2]

Hello there - I think our paths crossed on another board. DS (8) & I are on this cruise - our second. The rest of the family are away on school trips or work so we are off for some high quality play-time! I can't believe there aren't more postings this close to departure!!!

This is our 4th trip to the Disney & second Disney cruise. We fly out on the 5th so all of the packing gets done next weekend - then the anticipation will really set in.

 

[RoyalCinderella]

Hey, guys! This will be our very first cruise and we're so excited! My fiance and I are going as part of our annual Spring Break adventure. We just booked on Saturday, having found the great rate! Only 20 days from now and we'll be setting sail on a dream, as they say on the planning DVD!

 

[KensJen]

hi there! Great to see you guys here.

Now that it is less than 3 weeks, time will really fly. I am planning to get the suitcases out this weekend, to start the packing fun. It is not like I need any of those warm weather clothes around here.

tuckerx2...I think I did see you on another board. Hi again! Which Disney cruise did you go on last time? How fun to go with just your DS. I hope to do special trips like that with each of my kids someday. Your son will have a blast! But what will you do if he wants to hang out in the Lab? I'm sure you'll find something!!

RoyalCinderella, your first cruise?! You're going to have a great time! By day 2 you'll be begging DF to rebook on board.

Sending some pixie dust your way, hope your trips are magical!!

 

[Iowa6]

Hey,

We just booked today. My DH and I have four children, DD12, DD9, DD6, and DS 5.

My DH and I just got off the Wonder on 2/17 without the kids and boy were they mad.

It sure did not take alot of arm twisting to make us go back. Wont the bartenders be suprised to see us again so soon. The weather was great and CC was perfect.

 

[KensJen]

Hey,

We just booked today. My DH and I have four children, DD12, DD9, DD6, and DS 5.

My DH and I just got off the Wonder on 2/17 without the kids and boy were they mad.

It sure did not take alot of arm twisting to make us go back. Wont the bartenders be suprised to see us again so soon. The weather was great and CC was perfect.

I'm impressed!! What fun parents you must be!! That is awesome.

I gotta go talk my DH into going on another cruise in April...

 

[Iowa6]

My kids think we are mean for going without them in the first place.

However I had a great time, and my DH kinda remembers some of the trip. LOL

 

[tuckerx2]

Hi everyone! It's great to see our numbers growing. Iowa6 - how cool to be able to set sail again so soon. Our 1st Disney cruise was a 4-day Wonder in Mar 07. This time we are spending a few days at the Pop C prior to departure - playtime! I agree that this is the weekend to start packing.

 

[RoyalCinderella]

Iowa6, that is hilarious that you're kids were mad so now you're taking them! I actually have the reverse problem. . .us 'kids' are going on the cruise for the first time to "try it out for the family." If we don't get sick, then we'll take the family at some point in the future, but if we do get queasy, then we know my mom in particular will have a hard time of it, seasickness-wise. So, our parents are mad at us that we're going without them! Just kidding of course, but man parents can ladle on the guilt, can't they?!)

 

[Jiminys Friend]

HI Everyone Just found thios site. Myself, wife and son 9 dtr 6 are very excited any words to help prepare

 

[Iowa6]

I dont know why but Disney has a policy that First Time Cruisers have to buy a drink for anyone they see wearing an IOWA STATE shirt.

I know its a crazy policy, but remember I dont make them I just drink them.

Shantelle

 

[Jiminys Friend]

As mentioned above 1st timer..when people use dh, dd, ds I think I know what they are referring to but clarification fot this Texas biy would help. Thanks

 

[Iowa6]

The DD = Disney Daughter (people put the age after to help kids meet kids)
DS = Disney Son
DH = Disney Husband
DW = Disney very good looking Wife


In some languages DH stands for DISNEY WHAT AM I DOING HERE WITH HIM.

And we must not forget the great DBFTDHDNKA. That one is: Disney BoyFriend That Disney Husband Does Not Know About.


I am only joking about the last TWO, however I am telling you the truth on DW. So please dont tell me any different.

Remember to always have fun.

 

[Jiminys Friend]

My DW agrees with your explanation. And the bit about the shirt and drink.

 

[KensJen]

Hmmm....I thought the drink was for those in an OHIO state shirt.

tuckerx2...we were on the Wonder in March 07 as well, maybe we were on the same cruise.

Good to see more cruisers checking in...2 weeks from now we'll be enjoying dinner on the Wonder!!

Oh, I need me one of those DBFTDHDNKA.

 

[Jiminys Friend]

Any tips on packing we have read passport and the Birnbaum guide...

Any helpful tips would be appreciated

We are getting ecited DW DD 6 DS 9 on by the way we will be departing on my B-day

 

[tuckerx2]

I would love to hear thoughts on the Nassau excursions. We've done the snorkelling/catamaran & will gladly do it again (it was awesome!) but does anyone have any other recommendations?

I had the best of intentions to have my packing completed over the wknd but all that got done was bits of shopping for my DD who is off on 2 school trips over the next 2 weeks. Will have to buckle down this week! As for packing tips, comfortable walking shoes/hats are a must! We also take a daypack for the gear we need as soon as we board so we don't have to wait for our room. I've taken over-the-door shoe bags on trips in the past that help with organization if that helps anyone. I just roll it up & then hang it up when we arrive at the next stop. Great for toothbrushes, shower gear etc. Also - don't forget the Ohio state shirt - I hear it cut costs!

Jen - we boarded last year on Mar 18th for the 4 night. I can see how this lifestyle can become addictive!

Norma

 

[bobbbrick]

It's finally almost here!! hopefully a break from ice- does wearing a Patriots shirt get you anything??

 

[Iowa6]

People Please.......

The IOWA STATE SHIRTS get the free drinks. We need them. We have nothing else to cheer for.

The Ohio State people get national championships and heisman winners all the time they dont need to drink.

And as for the Patriot fan: are you kidding me. If you wear that and my husband sees you, he will make you buy him a drink. He says the one good think about having a Patriot on board is at least there will be good video of everyone else's practice, oops I mean VACATION. LOL


sorry that might not be funny to you but he thinks it is hilarious.

 

[KensJen]

You guys are cracking me up!! I may have to buy you a drink just because of that. LOL

Norma, we were on the Wonder the first week of March last year. It is such a wonderful time, both for weather and the price. I think I want to book again for next year...have to talk DH into that one.

As for Nassau...we aren't getting off the ship. Our kids are still pretty young, and we'll just hang out at the pool a bit and do some things onboard. We did the same last time and it was nice. I was going to suggest a snorkel tour, that is my fave thing there. Something to get you away from the straw market and that whole area. There is so much more to see than shops, etc. We did take a water taxi over to Atlantis, this was back before we had kids, and it was fun. DH likes to gamble a bit, and Atlantis is a beautiful property. The aquarium is really nice, too. It is a fun day if you don't want to do water activities. (we did this on our own, not through the disney excursion)

bobbbrick...a Patriots shirt will get you NOTHING!! Nah, just kidding. Where are you from in MA? We live in MA, too. It is a good time to get away, I'm ready for the sun!!

(BTW, OSU fans don't win natl championships all the time, we just get to play in the big game and then CHOKE. That is why we NEED to drink.)

I really can't believe we only have a week and a half until we leave. You'd think I'd be more excited, but I am actually thinking of all I need to do before we go...yikes. Must.start.packing.