4/20/02 "MAGICal" Cruise (new thread)

[KMacKenzie]

Nancy,
Our daughter, Haley is 6 (as of tomorrow) and it will be her first cruise. We will have to make sure our dds hook up. I'm sure there will be lots of things to keep them entertained. I read your post to her and she was excited that there were other six year olds going too!!! Little does she know just how many!!
Kim

 

[3Disneyteers]

What are your plans for St. Maarten Day?
Not planning on any excursions. May take advantage of the water taxi and check out the beach. For you experienced cruisers – any problem with nudity on this beach? Feel we need to take this into consideration given our 8 yr old dd. Probably take in the town as well.

How about St. Thomas day?
Still no planned excursions. May just hang out.

Are you making any plans for castaway cay day?
Definitely taking in the beach, snorkeling, banana boat ride.


What shows are you most looking forward to on board?
Being first time cruisers will probably check everything out - been hearing alot about Disney Dreams so that's at the top of the list.

 

[EVee]

Hi 3 disneyteers,
We,ve been to St. Maarten twice on regular vacations. It seems that the French side of the island is more popular with European tourists, therefore nudity can be found on the beaches. The Dutch side of the island had more Americans. Philipsburg is the Dutch side, and thats where the ship will be. At least thats how it was 12 years ago. Hope this helps!

 

[medotmom]

Hi, Just returned from conference in Va. Yesterday it was real warm and sunny and I managed to spend a few hours in Virginia Beach. Really had me wanting to get on that cruise!!. Here are my answers to Jody's questions.

What are your plans for St.Maarten Day?
Taking the water taxi over to Great Bay Beach. Maybe walking around town a little. Probably catch the water taxi back to the ship for lunch. Fruity umbrella drinks on the beach!
I did not delete Jody's answer as our plans are the same.

How about St. Thomas day?
We plan to take a taxi to Magen's Bay in the AM and maybe do a few shops n the afternoon.

Are you making any plans for castaway cay day?
Not really, just hope to make it there this time! I'd like to check out the adult beach also. PLUS, I'll be sure to have a conch cooler! I second Jody's response!!!

What shows are you most looking forward to on board?

Think we may miss several shows this year - we may use that time to relax in the empty hot tubs!!


I also wanted to respond about the kid's clubs. My son is 14 and last year he used Common Grounds as a meeting point to meet new friends. He loved the cruise - no wonder we are returning this year and may do it again next year. For the younger kids, I hope they at least give it a try. On one RCCL cruise, one family had kids that did not even try the kids club (my son was always there and he was around 9 then) and everyone was miserable, parents and kids as well. They might not want to be there every minute, but I'm sure there will be some fun things to interest them to give everyone break. Just my opinion.

 

[wovenwonder]

Up before the Rooster Crows, or plan on sleeping in?
No alarms clocks for me on this trip! Whenever hubby and I happen to wake up, that's when we'll start our day. I would guess that we will be up and about by 8:00am though.

MIDNIGHT = 'Lights Out' or 'The Fun Has Just Begun'??
In the past, we always had early dining, and I was ready for bed by midnight. This year we chose late dining, and I am hoping to enjoy the club entertainment at night. Maybe an afternoon nap will be in order though .

You tell me that you'll be on 'Beat Street' at night. Will I most likely find you at 'Sessions' (piano lounge), 'Off-Beat' (comedy club) or 'Rockin Bar-D?
I'd like to check out the piano lounge. But, I would most likely be at Rockin Bar-D or Off- Beat.

It's 2pm on a Day as Sea --- where would I most likely find you?
Relaxing poolside, on the deck #4 cushioned lounge chairs, or maybe deck#7 aft area.

I find you at the Deck#9 Beverage Station -- what will you most likely have in your cup?
Probably ice water. Unless its in the am -- then coffee.


Now it's your turn! Cut and paste and fill in with your answers in a reply below.

 

[medotmom]

Wow - can't believe I'm the first to reply - here goes my answers.

Up before the Rooster Crows, or plan on sleeping in?
We have a built in alarm for 5AM and even on the weekends we rarely sleep beyond 7 or 8. I enjoy getting up early and walking the deck, husband will probably sleep till whenever. Eric is another story - since he will probably stay out until 1 or 2 - he'll sleep half the morning. I hate to waste my day sleeping.

MIDNIGHT = 'Lights Out' or 'The Fun Has Just Begun'??
We have late dining and then enjoy the nightclub type shows. After a stroll on the deck, it will probably be to bed - won't be able to completely sleep until Eric is in however.

You tell me that you'll be on 'Beat Street' at night. Will I most likely find you at 'Sessions' (piano lounge), 'Off-Beat' (comedy club) or 'Rockin Bar-D?
We enjoyed the entertainers at Rockin Bar-D so that's probably what we'll do this time.

It's 2pm on a Day as Sea --- where would I most likely find you?
Either on deck 4 in one of those lucious lounge chairs or up on deck 9 enjoying the sights.

I think I lost the last question - but its about a drink - probably water or iced tea for me - beer for husband. Eric, who knows, we hardly see him!




Relaxing poolside, on the deck #4 cushioned lounge chairs, or maybe deck#7 aft area.

I find you at the Deck#9 Beverage Station -- what will you most likely have in your cup?
Probably ice water. Unless its in the am -- then coffee.

 

[BHNJ]

Up before the Rooster Crows, or plan on sleeping in?
No alarm clocks but I'm sure we'll be out and about by 8 or 9. I'd like to jog (okay walk) around the deck early one morning.

MIDNIGHT = 'Lights Out' or 'The Fun Has Just Begun'??
We had late seating last year but were so tired that we rarely stayed up too late. I did, however, sleep with one eye open until Brianna and Joe came in at about 2 a.m. This year we plan to stay awake and enjoy the entertainment.

You tell me that you'll be on 'Beat Street' at night. Will I most likely find you at 'Sessions' (piano lounge), 'Off-Beat' (comedy club) or 'Rockin Bar-D?
I think Rockin Bar-D but will probably visit the others.

It's 2pm on a Day as Sea --- where would I most likely find you?
Jody gave the thumbs up to deck #4 cushioned lounge chairs, or maybe deck#7 aft area so we'll try there. Also have to stop by Scoops for that afternoon dish of fresh fruit.

I find you at the Deck#9 Beverage Station -- what will you most likely have in your cup?
Those delicious flavored teas!

 

[msmicky]

Up before the Rooster Crows, or plan on sleeping in?
I plan on being up early every morning(my favorite time of day) watching the sunrise while walking laps on, deck 4 is it? DH will probably sleep in until I get back and wake him up.

MIDNIGHT = 'Lights Out' or 'The Fun Has Just Begun'??
I think midnight will be it most nights for us. But we are there to have fun, so we may have to nap in the afternoon and live it up later at night.

You tell me that you'll be on 'Beat Street' at night. Will I most likely find you at 'Sessions' (piano lounge), 'Off-Beat' (comedy club) or 'Rockin Bar-D?
I think we'll be cruisin all of them.

It's 2pm on a Day as Sea --- where would I most likely find you?
Probably napping somewhere.

I find you at the Deck#9 Beverage Station -- what will you most likely have in your cup?
More than likely it will be water for me and beer for DH, although flavored ice teas sound good too.

 

[wovenwonder]

I just seen a post where someone from the 4/25 Wonder cruise received their documents via fed ex today. I haven't even received mine for our 4/20 trip yet. Has anyone in our 'group' received docs yet?

 

[msmicky]

I was wondering about that too. I haven't received mine yet, either.

 

[chickabug]

no cruise docs for me yet, either!!!

Up before the Rooster Crows, or plan on sleeping in?
Up pretty early for all 3 of us I'm betting - sort of a bad habit we have!

MIDNIGHT = 'Lights Out' or 'The Fun Has Just Begun'??
Mom will definitely be snoozing, 6 yr. daughter wants to stay up that late! - not sure I'll make it

You tell me that you'll be on 'Beat Street' at night. Will I most likely find you at 'Sessions' (piano lounge), 'Off-Beat' (comedy club) or 'Rockin Bar-D?
I probably won't tell be telling you I'll be on 'Beat Street'! (not cuz I'm trying to keep it a secret - but because I don't plan on spending much time there

It's 2pm on a Day as Sea --- where would I most likely find you?
Probably by the kids pool

I find you at the Deck#9 Beverage Station -- what will you most likely have in your cup?
Definitely coffee in the AM - water for me later in the day - chocolate milk from my 6 yr. at all times of the day! .

 

[islandhoppers]

Hi All,

I'm still on last week's questions.

What are your plans for St.Maarten Day?
We took the beach excursion last year, this time we're going to try the water taxi over to Great Bay Beach.

How about St. Thomas day?
The 5 star snorkel trip to St. John.

Are you making any plans for castaway cay day?
No, just hope to make it there this time!

What shows are you most looking forward to on board?
Disney Dreams and some of the variety type shows.

Now this week:

Up before the Rooster Crows, or plan on sleeping in?
Sarah and I are early risers, my DH likes to sleep in. Last time we ordered room service almost every day and enjoyed it out on the veranda while he slept.

MIDNIGHT = 'Lights Out' or 'The Fun Has Just Begun'??
We should be tucked in before midnight on most nights.

You tell me that you'll be on 'Beat Street' at night. Will I most likely find you at 'Sessions' (piano lounge), 'Off-Beat' (comedy club) or 'Rockin Bar-D?
We want to see the early family comedy shows if we can. Saw parts of them last year.

It's 2pm on a Day as Sea --- where would I most likely find you?
Hopefully on deck 4 in a cushioned lounge chairs with a good book.

I find you at the Deck#9 Beverage Station -- what will you most likely have in your cup?
Ice tea, if they have it.

No documents yet. We didn't even get a confirmation about the excursion we booked.

Have a great week!
JoAnn

 

[wovenwonder]

Okay fellow cruisers --- we have less than a month now! Am I the only one who hasn't started packing yet?

 

[KMacKenzie]

Finally getting around to answering some questions......
We haven't received any docs yet either.
We are having a major snow storm here today so this vaction is looking better all the time. Just wish we didn't have to wait another month. No school today so maybe we will start packing!!!

Anway here are some answers..

What are your plans for St.Maarten Day?
The 3 of us are planning on snorkeling on the Pinel Island tour and the Grandparents are doing the sailing regatta

How about St. Thomas day?
The 5 star snorkel trip to St. John and Grampy and nanny are doing an island tour

Are you making any plans for castaway cay day?
No, just plan on taking it easy. Hope we get there, disappointing for dd if we don't
What shows are you most looking forward to on board?
Disney Dreams and everything else too.



Up before the Rooster Crows, or plan on sleeping in?
Up at the crack of dawn. Don't want to waste a second.

MIDNIGHT = 'Lights Out' or 'The Fun Has Just Begun'??
We will likely crash by 11. I know I would last but dd won't. No worth it the next day to have over tired kids!!!

You tell me that you'll be on 'Beat Street' at night. Will I most likely find you at
'Sessions' (piano lounge), 'Off-Beat' (comedy club) or 'Rockin Bar-D?
Somewhere we all can go.

It's 2pm on a Day as Sea --- where would I most likely find you?
Those deck chairs everyone keeps talking about sound awfully inviting!!! But likely by the kids pool.

I find you at the Deck#9 Beverage Station -- what will you most likely have in your cup?
Something cold with an umbrella for me, bucket of beer for dh and something nonalchololic for grandparents. To each his own!!!

Hope everyone has a great day. Think of me out shovelling snow!!!

Kim

 

[chickabug]

I was out shovellling too! and dreaming of sun and warmth... and I have started throwing (literally) stuff into a suitcase!

 

[islandhoppers]

Hi All,

Our documents just came via FedEx.

Now it's time to start packing!

JoAnn

 

[wovenwonder]

Yoo Hoo!! Hope ours come soon too! JoAnn, did you book with DCL directly or thru a TA?

 

[islandhoppers]

Hi Jody,

We booked direct. We were going to transfer over and never did.

They were sent via 2 day Fedex.

I haven't started packing, but I have been shopping for odds and ends to use on the cruise.

I'm sure the rest can't be far behind.

JoAnn

 

[wovenwonder]

Our documents just arrived via Federal Express 2 day -- and we booked thru Dreams Unlimited.

 

[3Disneyteers]

Sorry we're so late in answering this week's or was it last week's questions - can you tell we need this vacation!!!!

Up before the Rooster Crows, or plan on sleeping in?

Probably somewhere in between - definitely up by 7AM - don't want to miss a thing!

MIDNIGHT = 'Lights Out' or 'The Fun Has Just Begun'??

We're dining at the late sitting and will all depend how much "rest" we get during the day - I'm thinking more along the lines of "lights out" the majority of the time - maybe dh and I can sneak some late nighters in!

You tell me that you'll be on 'Beat Street' at night. Will I most likely find you at 'Sessions' (piano lounge), 'Off-Beat' (comedy club) or 'Rockin Bar-D?

The piano lounge sounds good but since we're first timers will try to check them all out.



It's 2pm on a Day as Sea --- where would I most likely find you?

Relaxing somewhere poolside catching some rays - a cushioned lounge chair sounds wonderful right now - will depend on our 8 year old too!


I find you at the Deck#9 Beverage Station -- what will you most likely have in your cup?

i don't know - guess it depends alot on what Deck #9 Bev Station has to offer.

Is it time to go yet??