8/17/08 Captain Jack's Repossession Repo Cruise to PC thru TPC #8

[AndyR]

I wonder if anyone shows up w/ just a BC.

I would expect so. After all, Disney sent the letter, so it *must* be true......Hassle Free

Andy

 

[smeecanada]

If this is their idea of small, I hate to see the gym tonight! ​

We'll be waiting for pics. Enjoy!

I had post go missing - so here's a repeat.


CONGRATULATIONS, MIKE
have fun at your party!

 

[BibbidyBobbidyBoo]

BIP, it's only on "special" cruises . . . but this one is definitely special and we will get one -- even you! It will just show up in your cabin at turn down one night, I am guessing around PC crossing.

Oohhh special cruises! I guess the first double dip cruise wasn't special enough. hehe thanks! I didn't know we'd get that!

From Tiffany on Ebay.

Andy

Is tiffany the name on ebay or can you pm me the link or something?

 

[danfromca]

I don't think they changed those letters from their regular Caribbean sailings to what is needed for the EB. If you call them they will tell you that you need a passport. You cannot go into South America without one.

On Disneycruise.com it also states the following
"Please visit the U.S. Department of State website at http://travel.state.gov or call the U.S. National Passport Information Center at 877-4USA-PPT for the most current requirements. "
http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/dcl/en_US/myCruise/landing?name=PassportDetailPage

I would take this to mean that each person should check with that site to make sure you have proper documentation depending on the stops your cruise is making

From the State.gov website only 17 locations in the Caribbean plus Canada, Mexico and Bermuda are listed for places that a passport is not needed when on a cruise. All other ports require a passport

http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_3256.html

Well I called DCL (Castaway Club) they confirmed the info in the letter. I then asked about calling in Cartegena - she went off to double check and came back with the same answer

Clearly a Passport is the optimal solution.

Andy

Yeah I think the feds have changed their mind so many times that Disney gave up trying to keep up with them! When we signed up for the cruise a few weeks ago their system wouldn't let us book without a passport number for everyone. We didn't have DDs yet so we put my info in there to get it to work LOL. I called and they said passports are not necessary (right now) but if you get stuck somewhere, it's a good idea to have a passport.

I spoke with a supervisor at Disney and they did admit that the letter that went out was the same for the WB and EB sailings, when actually they should have been different

Ah, inconsistency.

So, I decided to go to the ultimate source (the state department site only summarizes the DHS site). Based on the links at the end, here's what the current rules are:

1. The Western hemisphere (WHTI) list of countries only applies after June 1, 2009. This will require passports or other WHTI secure documents for travel to the listed countries.

2. Starting Jan 31, 2008, the prior practice of allowing oral declaration for entry to the U.S. ended. Over 18 requires proof of citizenship plus photo ID. Under 18 requires proof of citizenship.

3. There is no statment that a passport is required for land/sea entries from countries outside of the Carribean. The focus is that for those countries in the Carribean, verbal declarations of citizenship are no longer acceptable.

4. Without a passport, it may not be possible to enter certain countries. This may be where DCL would require a passport - though they seem inconsistent on this.

I'm going to try to call DHS tomorrow and get some clarification. For the moment, what I'm seeing suggests that the letter is correct. Of course passports are obviously highly recommended.

http://www.dhs.gov/xtrvlsec/crossingborders/index.shtm
http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1206634226418.shtm
http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/ready_set_go/land_travel/chnge_in_proced.xml
http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/ready_set_go/land_travel/qa_travel_docs.xml

 

[AndyR]

Is tiffany the name on ebay or can you pm me the link or something?

PM'd.

Andy

 

[msaseifert]

Thanks to everyone who answered my question about the Disney Stores - i amy go back this weekend to see what they have left. I may ask the lady who is always in there just what will happen to our local store - it will be sad to see it go.

Our Disney store closed a couple of months ago. It was kind of sudden and we were sad.
How old are your kids and do they swim year round?

My son is almost 13 and swam for about 5 years year round then decided he didn't want to do it anymore. DD is 9 is she loves swimming, she does only summer swim. I am on our swim team board, I do all the concessions and fundraising so I have been really busy with all that stuff as well as school. Its fun though and the kids have a lot of fun too - its great to have a neighborhood team that my kids can swim on!

 

[Joan1]

Ah, inconsistency.

So, I decided to go to the ultimate source (the state department site only summarizes the DHS site). Based on the links at the end, here's what the current rules are:

1. The Western hemisphere (WHTI) list of countries only applies after June 1, 2009. This will require passports or other WHTI secure documents for travel to the listed countries.

2. Starting Jan 31, 2008, the prior practice of allowing oral declaration for entry to the U.S. ended. Over 18 requires proof of citizenship plus photo ID. Under 18 requires proof of citizenship.

3. There is no statment that a passport is required for land/sea entries from countries outside of the Carribean. The focus is that for those countries in the Carribean, verbal declarations of citizenship are no longer acceptable.

4. Without a passport, it may not be possible to enter certain countries. This may be where DCL would require a passport - though they seem inconsistent on this.

I'm going to try to call DHS tomorrow and get some clarification. For the moment, what I'm seeing suggests that the letter is correct. Of course passports are obviously highly recommended.

http://www.dhs.gov/xtrvlsec/crossingborders/index.shtm
http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1206634226418.shtm
http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/ready_set_go/land_travel/chnge_in_proced.xml
http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/ready_set_go/land_travel/qa_travel_docs.xml

Now this is getting really confusing - I called DCL and they said they would have to call me back with the information about this

I took the state.gov website to mean that anything other then the places listed, 17 Caribbean islands, Bermuda, Mexico and Canada, a passport would be needed

I did a search about entry in Columbia and here is what it says
REQUIREMENTS FOR U.S. CITIZENS TO ENTER COLOMBIA

TOURIST TRAVEL

U.S. Passport must be valid 3 months beyond intended stay
Tickets and Documents for return or onward travel
No visa required for stay up to three months
Vaccination: International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever required if arriving from infected area within 5 days
http://traveldocs.com/co/er.htm

 

[discruiser]

Hi,

Hope everyone is having a good week so far. I've been busy so haven't had a chance to get on in several days. Last Thursday was DD's end-of-the-year awards ceremony for Brownies. Friday night we did the overnight program at the Houston Zoo. DS' Cub Scout pack had their crossover ceremony last night.

And somewhere in the middle of all this, since I'm the room mom for DD's class, I decided to make a photo book on Shutterfly as a gift for her teacher. I've been coordinating with 20 other parents to get photos and information to put in the book. I've got one parent who I'm still waiting on, and I hope she gets back to me tonight so that I can order the book. The last day of school is next Thursday, and I'm hoping that we can get it back before then! We're up to around 54 pages right now, and I think it's going to look awesome. This teacher won't be back next year so I really wanted to give her something to remember these kids by.

Anyway, sorry if this has been posted already, but I know that some of you were looking for the personalized Fish Extenders on ebay. The lady who I and several others ordered from is listing again. Her ebay ID is "gradysmommy". She does a fantastic job.

Off to see how much I can ketchup on!

Kim

 

[smeecanada]

Yep so I can't even look to see what's booked till I try to go book it. Which stinks! They should have a way for me to at least see what's already booked up so that I can make other plans before I try to book

Hi, Terri

I went in and found what excursions are FULL - NO RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE for you.

Acapulco

ATV Adventures
Acapulco by Horseback
Acapulco City Tour with Cliff Divers
La Roqueta Island Getaway
Mini Jeep Rhino Adventure

Aruba

Aruba Safari Off-Road Adventure
Natural Pool Jeep Adventure
Sailaway Beach & Snorkel

Cabo San Lucas

BOB Underwater Adventure
Cabo San Lucas Sportfishing Excursion
Canyon Canopy Adventure
Dolphin Swim
Nikki Beach Escape
Pacific Side Horseback Riding
Talofa Tall Ship
Teen Surfin' Safari

Castaway Cay

Personal Watercraft Eco Tour - Single

Puerto Vallarta

Banaderas Bay Luxury Sailing Adventure
Dolphin Signature Swim
Dolphin Swim Experience
Everning Horseback, Country Barbeque & Show
Extreme Amphibian Adventure
Las Caletas Hideaway
Outdoor Adventure
Rhythms of the Night
Sea Lion Encounter
Sunset Sail
Yelapa & Majahuitas

Interesting that nothing Cartagena is showing as FULL.

Reminder of the joining the Pirates options: Roger's Beach Break and/or Boat tour to the Los Arcos in Cabo, some pirates are also doing the Canopy adventure privately in Cabo, the Canopy Zip Line Adventure in Puerto Vallarta, Aruba - Roger's Jolly Pirate snorkel adventure. There is also a possibility of a private excursion in Cartagena with Mr. Emerald - but several of us have booked a backup tour with DCL in case Mr. Emerald doesn't work out.


Palo - only dinner reservations are showing. But, someone from the WB Repo reported that there was lots of Brunch and Tea ressies available once on board.

Hope that helps.

 

[arlenesp]

Regarding the passports. You may not need them for the the trip but in the event you are off the ship and don't make it back in time, or a medical emergency comes up you had better have that passport in order to get back to the states. Just my 2cents.

 

[darthrugby]

Does anyone know what the widest width a fish extender can be?
Thanks,
Peter

 

[arlenesp]

I think 7 3/4 ???

Here is the thread for the FEs . Hopefully they give the measurements. I know I saw them somewhere.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1219607

 

[cbjfan61]

From Tiffany on Ebay.

Andy

Do we get a peek????? I'd be thrilled to see it as I'm still in my "creative mode" working on what I'd like to make for the cruise

 

[cbjfan61]

Hi,

Hope everyone is having a good week so far. I've been busy so haven't had a chance to get on in several days. Last Thursday was DD's end-of-the-year awards ceremony for Brownies.
Off to see how much I can ketchup on!

Kim

CONGRATS on the brownie ceremony! My dd9 gets to "bridge up" in June (those of us at a certain age used to call it flying up back in the day) it's neat to see them get their award/patches/achievements......

 

[A Litle Pixie Dust]

Do we get a peek????? I'd be thrilled to see it as I'm still in my "creative mode" working on what I'd like to make for the cruise

This is mine from Tiffany

 

[rillsung]

BIP, it's only on "special" cruises . . . but this one is definitely special and we will get one -- even you! It will just show up in your cabin at turn down one night, I am guessing around PC crossing.

Really!?! How do you guys know this?

Hi, Terri

I went in and found what excursions are FULL - NO RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE for you.

Acapulco

ATV Adventures
Acapulco by Horseback
Acapulco City Tour with Cliff Divers
La Roqueta Island Getaway
Mini Jeep Rhino Adventure

Aruba

Aruba Safari Off-Road Adventure
Natural Pool Jeep Adventure
Sailaway Beach & Snorkel

Cabo San Lucas

BOB Underwater Adventure
Cabo San Lucas Sportfishing Excursion
Canyon Canopy Adventure
Dolphin Swim
Nikki Beach Escape
Pacific Side Horseback Riding
Talofa Tall Ship
Teen Surfin' Safari

Castaway Cay

Personal Watercraft Eco Tour - Single

Puerto Vallarta

Banaderas Bay Luxury Sailing Adventure
Dolphin Signature Swim
Dolphin Swim Experience
Everning Horseback, Country Barbeque & Show
Extreme Amphibian Adventure
Las Caletas Hideaway
Outdoor Adventure
Rhythms of the Night
Sea Lion Encounter
Sunset Sail
Yelapa & Majahuitas

Interesting that nothing Cartagena is showing as FULL.

Reminder of the joining the Pirates options: Roger's Beach Break and/or Boat tour to the Los Arcos in Cabo, some pirates are also doing the Canopy adventure privately in Cabo, the Canopy Zip Line Adventure in Puerto Vallarta, Aruba - Roger's Jolly Pirate snorkel adventure. There is also a possibility of a private excursion in Cartagena with Mr. Emerald - but several of us have booked a backup tour with DCL in case Mr. Emerald doesn't work out.


Palo - only dinner reservations are showing. But, someone from the WB Repo reported that there was lots of Brunch and Tea ressies available once on board.

Hope that helps.

Thanks a bunch! That does help.

 

[AndyR]

Do we get a peek????? I'd be thrilled to see it as I'm still in my "creative mode" working on what I'd like to make for the cruise

They'll be based on these:

We're doing a pair of FE's based on the Red/Blue FE, but one will use graphics from the gold FE. One will be on our room, the other on the ajoining room.

Andy

 

[cbjfan61]

This is mine from Tiffany

OMG....let's assume that while I'd like to make something nice/cool.....it won't be THAT COOL! I'm not that creative

 

[cbjfan61]

They'll be based on these:

We're doing a pair of FE's based on the Red/Blue FE, but one will use graphics from the gold FE. One will be on our room, the other on the ajoining room.

Andy

I have to ask.....the one on the right I can read Dad, Mom and Pirate...what does that last pocket say?

 

[Caropooh]

I think it's some strange maritime law going back a way... If you board after the mandatory lifeboat drill, and the ship hits an iceberg, you get locked below decks with the 3rd class with Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet.....

Fortunately, in this age of global warming, the chances of hitting an iceberg have decreased dramatically. I'm sure any day now they will eliminate all lifeboats in order to be able to offer more rooms with verandas. ::cop:

and there is a problem going down to the bottom of the sea with Leo? I don't see one!

CONGRATS on the brownie ceremony! My dd9 gets to "bridge up" in June (those of us at a certain age used to call it flying up back in the day) it's neat to see them get their award/patches/achievements......

Our DD9 is bridging on Sunday!

This is mine from Tiffany

I like it!