8/17/08 Captain Jack's Repossession Repo Cruise to PC thru TPC Part 16

[Sarangel]

Dont forget to be adding the Banner logo to your Signature line , Not doing so could get you lined up to walk the Plank ..

Now there's a surprise - I didn't know the Magic had a plank... Are there tours to visit it, or must one be condemned before it appears?

We wanted to do the REAS package for this cruise. We figured we'd have time to relax and use some of the things like the Rainforest Pass, champagne breakfast, etc. Unfortunately, we found out that they don't offer the package on cruises that are longer than 7 nights. So no REAS for the TOAL.

That seems just plain silly. Why on earth wouldn't they do it on longer cruises? It's not like it costs them extra or anything... Did they give you a reason or just say "Tough Luck!"?

Jack, glad to hear your daughter is doing better.

Crash, count us in for the secret santa/mickey deal for Christmas. Sounds like fun.

 

[justmestace]

Just to keep folks in the Magic mood....

Here's a bunch of pics I took last week on the Magic



Clickey clickey --------->


Andy

I'm gonna cry, I can't stand it!!! I don't want to wait. I feel like a two year old having a tantrum. (pretend this is the 2yr old on the floor, rather than laughing)... .....

But thanks...I loved them!

 

[justmestace]

That's amazing. Just don't tell my husband.

 

[miztigg]

thanks for the news letter!!!
im very sad we wont be at alcpoco longer
on the last cruise we went on we did a magnet exchange so when you you woke up or came back to your room the was different magnets on the door some were for the holidays some were diffrent states (which it had started out by bringing state magnets) just a suggestion we had alot of fun running around the ship putting magenents on peoples door i would orginize if noone has suggested yet or if anyones is intrusted

 

[justmestace]

oooooh I need a smiley sticking out his tongue!

Here you go....

 

[justmestace]

Hi Crash, here is some good news. My dd took her first steps without crutches since August.

I KNOW HOW GOOD THAT FEELS!!


HOORAY FOR HER!!

 

[DisneyVegas1]

Now there's a surprise - I didn't know the Magic had a plank... Are there tours to visit it, or must one be condemned before it appears?



.

Oh ther be planks O plenty around the Ole Magic ...One must first open there one good eye to see them ...

 

[tom31b]

Now there's a surprise - I didn't know the Magic had a plank... Are there tours to visit it, or must one be condemned before it appears?

I wonder if JR has a picture of the plank in the set that had the deck 10 soda machine....

 

[captaincrash]

Crash, I think the Secret Mickey would be fun!

Tina ...

... I got your PM and I would be honored to have your help in administering this game. Now - may I suggest we could have ONE more helper to make decisions and discuss the details. I have to leave in 10 minutes and shall check back later. IF anyone is interested in helping out to plan, run and otherwise take the heat for any snafus - please PM TINA to confirm - and she will probably post that we have the 3rd member of our little panel.

I know I will participate too... as Tina will secretly assign me to one person on her half of the list participating. And I can do the same for her so she can play too!

I have not read any postings after Tinas' above - been sort of busy this morning. So if I missed any comments made after this - please forgive me if they are material to the GAME proposal we are generating.

SO ... stay tuned to your "DIS Channel" here for details to be announced on the operating guidelines initially proposed.

We reserve the right to veto and/or embrace any suggestions made after we announce the game guidelines... assumed to be available by Friday.

I gotta get my stuff together so I can hit the road on time.

TTFN!

 

[micmse2003]

Hi Crash, here is some good news. My dd took her first steps without crutches since August.

Jack,I am so happy for your DD. It has been a long road to recovery for her.

Hey now, my Mom is from Boston

You don't know how bad Adam wanted to buy his Memaw one of those Yankee shirts that really dissed the Red Sox. I told him it would be a waste of his money, because it would have hurt Memaw's feelings

Paul, I am called mema(that is how we spell it) too. I thought I had an orginal name from my DGD.

I'm not going any longer, so it doesn't need to be that wide of an angle any more...

Don't remind us.

Recently there were questions asked about how to get from area airports to Disneyland. I found the following on TripAdvisor and thought it would be useful here:

Inside Anaheim: Arriving & Departing

Airports

There are multiple airports serving the Anaheim area. They are John Wayne, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Ontario and Burbank. All have major airlines with easy connections to around the world.

Although any of the mentioned airports are certainly viable options for arrival to visit the Anaheim/Disneyland area, John Wayne and Long Beach are definitely the most convenient ones. John Wayne Airport is one of the better airports in the country. The baggage claim is uniformly efficient, and you can literally typically be off the plane and onto the 55 Fwy headed towards Mickey Mouse in your rental car (the rental cars are on site at the airport) in under 15 minutes. For those not renting a car, you can get a flat rate from a Taxi to the Disneyland Resort for about $35 one way. A Single person might want to check the Disneyland Express Bus Service.

Long Beach is a very small airport, and very laid back, you use stairs to get off the plane, and the baggage claim is outside. A flat rate for a Taxi is $36 to the Disneyland Resort area. Either John Wayne (also called Orange County, Santa Ana or SNA) or Long Beach are the closest and most convenient airports.

The next set of Airports are LAX and Ontario, Ontario is a couple of miles closer to Disneyland than LAX, but LAX has many more choices, both in flights, and transportation from the airport. A taxi from either airport to the Disneyland Resort area starts at $85 in light traffic, and can go over $100 in heavy traffic. LAX is served by the Disneyland Express bus service.

The farthest airport from Disneyland is Burbank, and if you are just going to Disneyland and Anaheim it is not recommended.



Additional tips and suggestions:

The four main types of transportation to reach the Anaheim Resort from these Airports are the Disneyland Resort Express Bus, Taxi Cab, Airport Van (Shuttle) Service, and Private Transportation.

Disneyland Express Bus Service is regularly scheduled service that departs from the airport (specially marked areas at the ariport are marked, ask an airport employee for directions) This service does not stop at each hotel and you may have to walk a short distance. The Disneyland Express Bus service only services SNA/John Wayne and LAX/Los Angeles International. This service used to be known as the Airport Bus.

Taxi Cabs are available in front of all the airports, and do not require reservations at the Airport. It is recommended that you call the Taxi Cab company to arrange for a cab to pick you up at your hotel. Taxi Cabs are a good choice from either John Wayne or Long Beach, as the fare is usually less than $40 (not including tip), and that you go directly from the Airport to your hotel with no waiting or any other parties in the vehicle. Due to the way Taxi fares are calculated, Taxi Cabs are not a good choice from LAX or Ontario, as if the cab gets stuck in freeway traffic, additional time charges are placed on the meter

Airport Van (Shuttle) Service is a reserved service that will pick you up at several locations at the airports and you will share the van from the airport to your hotel with others. The challenge is the order which you are dropped at the hotel you may be the first hotel or the 7th hotel, and you might end up visiting local neighborhoods as some folks might be dropped off at their home before you arrive at your hotel. This service does deliver you to your hotel so there will be little walking. Prices range from $10/pp to $40/pp one way and this service is available to and from all airports in Southern California.

Private Transportation is a town car or van service where the driver meets you at the baggage carousel holding a sign with your name. He/She is there to pick up you (and your party) and only you (and your party). Prices range from $50 to $120.

Thanks for all the info Julire. I am sure people will find it most valuable. I am taking the easy way out and staying at the new renovated (23 million) Marriot and then just taking the transfers to the port.

In 2005 we left Acapulco at 2 or 3 am on August 25. We had days at sea and arrived at the canal somewhere between 10-midnight on August 27. We stayed outside the canal overnight and went through in the morning. I don't recall if we were going all that fast from Acapulco or not.

I just called and was told that things may change multiple times over the next 300 days. I did this mainly so that the 1pm was brought to their attention in case it was a typo. We'll see what happens.

You keep watch for us Tracy.

Attention you Scurvy Dogs

I have noticed as of Late alot of new Crew mates Joining us on this wonderful journey to lands full of treasure , I say to you "Welcome Aboard Mates " . Now that is out of the way , Please submit your information to the website so we can see your Pirate Faces , also Dont forget to be adding the Banner logo to your Signature line , Not doing so could get you lined up to walk the Plank ..

That is all , now get back to work scrubbing me decks ....

What............No please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I wonder if JR has a picture of the plank in the set that had the deck 10 soda machine....

Yes I am sure JR has a picture ofr it.

Just wanted to say what a stellar news letter again!!!! We all apreciate all your time spent!!!!

 

[paulasillars]

Paula ...

... how wonderful! The 15 day trip sounds like it'll be a blast! I think my spouse and I will do this one day too! Just not sure WHEN. Please be ready to share some pictures when ya get back - please!

I sure will... about half an hour until I go to the airport, just waiting for the dishwasher and washing machine to finish really. All packed and ready to go!

I also had an email from Julie Martin from the Dis Podcast and my email was read on this weeks listener email show, the show hasn't been posted but will be within the next few hours so you may want to check it out

 

[paulasillars]

"Cleary you have never been to Singapore"

Excellent choice of quote! But I have been to Singapore before and I will no doubt go again

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Presume it cant be ready for us in August 2008, but we might see building work!

Orange County Register - The Walt Disney Co. is set to announce Wednesday a major expansion of Disney's California Adventure theme park in Anaheim, a Disney official said late Tuesday.

The park opened in 2001 across from Disneyland, where a parking lot used to be. But California Adventure has never been as popular as its classic 52-year-old counterpart.

Bob Iger, Disney's chief executive officer, and other top Disney officials plan to release the details of the expansion, renovation and new rides at a news briefing Wednesday morning at the company's Glendale offices.

A Disney watchdog Web site, MiceAge.com, has reported that the overhaul will cost $1.2 billion, including a lagoon show, a "Little Mermaid" ride and "Ratatouille"-themed roller coaster.

 

[Sarangel]

I wonder if JR has a picture of the plank in the set that had the deck 10 soda machine....

Maybe we could run it aft & have the cliff divers aboard to dive from deck 10?

Presume it cant be ready for us in August 2008, but we might see building work!

Orange County Register - The Walt Disney Co. is set to announce Wednesday a major expansion of Disney's California Adventure theme park in Anaheim, a Disney official said late Tuesday.

There's actually been buzz about this for a couple of months now, I think the budget was approved in May(?). DCA had needed help for a long time now, and while I maintain that it will be a nice park when it grows up, I seem to be in the minority.

We seldom go beyond Soarin' and the faux-Hollywood sections: Monsters, Inc., Aladdin, and the Animation building. The rumors say that they're going to turn it into California circa the 20's & 30's when Walt first came out here. That would tie into the Grand Californian architecture nicely, but at this point I'll believe it when/if I see it.

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Maybe we could run it aft & have the cliff divers aboard to dive from deck 10?

There's actually been buzz about this for a couple of months now, I think the budget was approved in May(?). DCA had needed help for a long time now, and while I maintain that it will be a nice park when it grows up, I seem to be in the minority.

We seldom go beyond Soarin' and the faux-Hollywood sections: Monsters, Inc., Aladdin, and the Animation building. The rumors say that they're going to turn it into California circa the 20's & 30's when Walt first came out here. That would tie into the Grand Californian architecture nicely, but at this point I'll believe it when/if I see it.

Yes they have to do something about it, it feels like half a park.

 

[Celestine]

Thank you for all this info, I checked all my options and decided to organise my own transfers from LAX to Disneyland, being met in international arrivals, and also DL to Port Sunday.

They have suggested a SUV, to look after our luggage.

Being the nosy wotsit I am, which company are you using? We're a little behind you in the planning stakes which you could read as let someone else do the hard work! Trying to weigh up a 1 way rental with a shuttle

 

[dahuffy]

We wanted to do the REAS package for this cruise. We figured we'd have time to relax and use some of the things like the Rainforest Pass, champagne breakfast, etc. Unfortunately, we found out that they don't offer the package on cruises that are longer than 7 nights. So no REAS for the TOAL.

For our 25th, I bought the Romance Package Stateroom Gift. I was a pretty,metal "basket that included a box of Godiva chocolates,a very nice,silver metal, 8x10 picture frame and 2 quality, matching DCL robes. I want to say it was around $80.00, I know it's still on the DCL website.

Found a picture of it (thanks to Andy). It's item in the middle.

 

[dahuffy]

Andy...I don't know what we're going to do with you and I.....Now that I'm walking, my stupid knee is giving me fits!! I think it might just be (for one thing) the fact that I haven't used it in so long, but also OUR change of weather. Guess I'll be getting myself some Theragesic!

You can count me in this little club too Stacey! I have 2 bad knees. One since Jr. High ('70-'73). The left one used to dislocate all the time and the other is bone on bone. Just love the cold and rainy weather...not!

 

[dahuffy]

My husband thanks you for helping me to spend more money...

I LOVE it....have to have it.....

Ditto!!!

 

[disneypilots]

Presume it cant be ready for us in August 2008, but we might see building work!

Orange County Register - The Walt Disney Co. is set to announce Wednesday a major expansion of Disney's California Adventure theme park in Anaheim, a Disney official said late Tuesday.

The park opened in 2001 across from Disneyland, where a parking lot used to be. But California Adventure has never been as popular as its classic 52-year-old counterpart.

Bob Iger, Disney's chief executive officer, and other top Disney officials plan to release the details of the expansion, renovation and new rides at a news briefing Wednesday morning at the company's Glendale offices.

A Disney watchdog Web site, MiceAge.com, has reported that the overhaul will cost $1.2 billion, including a lagoon show, a "Little Mermaid" ride and "Ratatouille"-themed roller coaster.

Fine with me...That's where were stayin..........hope to be right in the middle of it !!


Mark