any1 going in december 17 2005 on the west

[nzdisneymom]

Well, I decided what to do about the digital camera - I'll check the photos every day and delete off ones that we don't want, and then if I get full, I'll just take it to Shutters to burn off. I don't have a need for a 2nd memory card in my usual life, so I figure that the $15 is less than a memory card would be.

I picked up an over-the-door-shoe-holder at Big Lots today. I've read about them on the boards so much and figured that for $4, I won't even have to bring it home when we're done

I also found the chewable dramamine that is safe for children, although I hope that none of us will need it. I was looking for "children's" dramamine but it's not called "children's" - it's "chewable." Safe for over age 2.

 

[#1Mouse]

Hi Everyone - sorry to hijack your thread, but I am in need of something from the DCL cruise line. Just trying to see if I can get anyone to help me out.

In one of the stores on board the ship they sell a model of the ship (not the DVC model). It is about 11" or 12" long and quite detailed - showing the pools and such. It cost about $28. I need to get one for a Christmas present. Of course I was on the Wonder in September and never thought to get one then!

During the time you are on your cruise, I will be on the Mariner of the Seas. The Magic and Mariner will be meeting up in Grand Cayman on Tuesday. Dec 20. We will also be at WDW from Friday Dec 23 through Friday Dec 30. I would be willing to send you the money ahead of time to cover the cost. If the time frame in Grand Cayman doesn't work out, maybe a quick meet at WDW or I would pay for shipping.

PM me if you are able to help me out.

Thanks a million

 

[mom x4 grandma x4]

Scotch,
Did you get your Docs yet?
If you have to you can print them off the DCL web site too.
We had to do that once and it worked really well.


Let us know when they come so we can all keep doing the Doc dance.
Kathy

 

[glindamood]

I have finally gotten all our our Wonder clothes washed and they are ready to go again. I also just sent out the cruise list again. If anyone would like a copy - I need your email address and your groups info (names, dining time, children's ages, whatever you are willing to share).

So, we are still on for 3:00 in the Promenade Lounge? Did we decide on a second meet? I would hate to miss someone because their Saturday got away from them (and it can happen very easily).

Have a good week everyone - safe travels to those going early.

 

[Disney Rocks]

I am havign the toughest time trying to figure out what to pack and not using too many suitcases. We are bringing 2 outfits a day to wear. Who knows if we will wear them or not but just in case. I am bringing 3 dresses to wear (palo brunch, palo dinner and formal) We only want to bring 2 suitcases and one is a little one and that already is packed with our Pirate stuff. The girls have a big bag with their names on them that all of their clothes can fit in except their dresses. I can not imagine how many suitcaes some of you are going to have to bring. We are just a family of 4. Sandra, how many are you taking with you? I am going to get all the packing done by this weekend and then just have the last minute things to pack. We will be at the port by noon. We are going clothes shopping this morning for my younger one. I bought the cutest outfit but it is for Christmas. I may give in and give it to her early. Well I am off to email Shirley from the perfect gift and order my baskets finally.

Hugs
Tami

Hi Tami:

I am hoping everyone doesn't need two suitcases each or we would be at 16 suitcases plus our carry on bag and that would just be a bit too much to handle. Unfortunately, I am way behind in my preparations and packing for our vacation so I haven't even got that far yet. Not sure how we are going to leave Friday morning. Just 4 more sleeps.

Do you have an email address for Shirley? I have ordered our baskets over the phone but she was to call back with a final price and I haven't heard from her.

See you soon,

 

[Growing up DISNEY]

I'm I the only one that made reservations at the new, suppose to open on Dec. 1st, Four Points Sheraton and just found out that it did not open yet?
Oh well, time to find a room for Friday night.
TA says we'll be doing the dance today!
See ya'll in 12 days
Oh,yeah we are joining the Majahual Beach gang, probably 13 of us.

 

[Growing up DISNEY]

No worries, found a room at the Doubletree for $96.00 and free parking for the whole week.
Anyone else staying there or have in the past?

 

[Carol36]

Growing up Disney...we were booked at the new Four Points Sheraton as well. I was so disappointed when we received a certified letter telling us that opening day would not be in time for us. They reserved us rooms at Quality Suites. Although I know QS won't be as nice as Sheraton, we will be okay. We will not be arriving until around 10:30 the night of the 16th. Hopefully, we will have a nice, clean bed to lay our heads until the next morning!!!

Time has just flown by!!! Just think, we only have 11 more days before we step on the Magic!!!

glindamood...thanks for the updated cruise list.

Carol

 

[princessmomma]

Time has just flown by!!! Just think, we only have 11 more days before we step on the Magic!!!

Carol

Oh my, my heart just skipped a beat reading 11 more days. So much to do before then! We are heading to Kiawah Island, South Carolina on Friday for DH to run a marathon on Saturday. Then back to NC to regroup to head out again in 4 days!! OK, deep breath.......in...........out.............in..........out.

Sandra, you are almost ready to go. Have a great flight! Can't wait to meet you and your family!

Colleen

 

[Scotch]

Scotch,
Did you get your Docs yet?

They finally arrived today!!!!

 

[mom x4 grandma x4]

Scotch,

HOORAY!!!! I'm so glad to hear your docs finally got there. It is always a relief when they arrive and then it all seems more real!!!
Just a few more days and we'll all be getting pampered and waited on.
No dish washing
no bed making
no cooking
no toilets to clean!!
Just sit back, have fun and relax.

see everyone soon,
kathy

 

[princessmomma]

They finally arrived today!!!!

Great! Ours came Saturday!!

 

[nzdisneymom]

Hooray for all those Document-Dancers! Anyone still waiting?

I can't believe it's Tuesday already -- thinking about those folks on the cruise this week and hoping that the time hasn't flown by so fast for them as it has for me since Saturday. I can't wait to get on the cruise, but once we're on, I don't want the days to fly by - I want to savor every moment, KWIM?

Question - I know I can look this up, but you all may know quickly - what are the size restrictions for suitcases on the cruise? We're driving, so we don't have to worry about airline regulations for sizes - but I was wondering if there are size limitations for the luggage that you "check" at the port that they deliver to your cabin. And am I correct that there is a limit to the number of bags per person (my docs are at home, and I'm obviously not!).

Thx.

 

[mom x4 grandma x4]

Hi Cindy,
i have never heard of a limit of bags or size restrictions on DCL. The thing to keep in mind is you dont have a huge amount of room to store luggage out of your way. There is one good size closet, but part of it is taken up with a shelf with the safe in it, so you loose alot of room. we can get 1 large, and 2 medium size suitcases in the closet is I'm careful. also your long dresses do hang down to where you would store your luggage, so you have to be careful with that too. I have seen people , family of 4 with about 12 suitcases. i dont know how they got around ther room, maybe they had 2 rooms?
also most people tip the porters who take your luggage when you arrive a dollar a bag, so remember a few ones for that too. We have one medium carry on we use. The rest of your luggage is usually delivered to your room by 5 p.m. so you can have your dinner clothes before dinner. some pack the first nights clothes in their carry on, just in case the luggage arrives late. With early dining we have had some close calls with getting our luggage in time.
see you soon,
Kathy

 

[glindamood]

Don't forget you can also store your luggage under the bed. Have someone hold the bed up and slide it under. I also try to next my smaller bags inside the larger ones.

I don't know as there are any size restrictions either but since we fly down I have to deal with airline restrictions.

I can't believe that we leave next week. The time has gone so quickly, it needs to slow down now and really slow down once we board!

 

[nzdisneymom]

Thanks for the luggage replies. I have one really big suitcase that I'm hoping will either take all of my stuff or all of the boys' things. I have those Coleman vacuum-seal bags that work really well for getting more into a suitcase, so I know I can get a lot in. Now I have to figure out WHAT to pack in terms of shorts, jeans, etc. for day wear. I want to have enough shorts if it's shorts weather, but jeans for if it's cooler. Guess I should start checking the weather charts

I'm thinking that we'll use our suitcases for storing dirty laundry

Is there a rate-sheet anywhere online for what sending-out-your-laundry on the ship costs? I plan to take detergent and change for the self-laundry, but was wondering....

Thx.

 

[KevinP1935]

Is there a rate-sheet anywhere online for what sending-out-your-laundry on the ship costs? I plan to take detergent and change for the self-laundry, but was wondering....

Thx.

Along those lines, what about dry cleaning, my DW is bringing a long dress for formal night and I'm sure it will need a little work from being in the garment bag.

 

[krhardy]

they do have dry cleaning services, but they also have a pressing only service that is quite reasonable. Basically, they charge 50% of laundering cost. We do this every time we cruise. It is sooooo worth it!

 

[Momma2girls]

This is from the DCL contract
"Each guest is allowed to bring aboard the vessel a reasonable amount of clothing and personal effects, not to excedd two bags per person."
I didn't find anything regarding size of bags.

 

[krhardy]

OK, let's cross our fingers and send some pixie dust to my 11 yo DD...she got her braces today...just in time for the cruise...