Aug 17 Western Magic Roll Call

[Meggie Bear]

im 13 years old, n i'm goin with McTigger (my mom lol). any teens feel free to email me, cuz this is one girl who is not going to be spending her vacation with her 9 year old twin brothers (lol). anybody have any advice on how to meet people on the ship?

Megan aka Meggz

 

[Minnie's Guy]

THAT WAS SO FUNNY!
Unfortunately only have a 10 yr. old BOY
and a 16 year old BOY!
I know you'll find lots of people to hang out with!
Wouldn't want you to spoil your vacation by
hanging out with your brothers!

 

[bakmmo]

Megan,
I have a 13 year old girl and a 15 year old girl that are looking foward to meeting some others the same ages.
Look for them the 13 year olds name is MEGHAN and the other is Katie.
That should be easy to remember.
So you soon,
Andrea

 

[Buckaroo's Dad]

Hello all! This is going to be my first cruise as well as my son's (9, but tall for his age). He, too, is hoping to make new friends in the Oceaneers Lab. My DS is also looking forward to dining on fresh jumbo shrimp. A lot of fresh jumbo shrimp at that. Also with us is good ole mom (65+). She is the cruise veteran of our group, but has never before sailed on the DCL.

My son and I are scheduled for The Western Union Schooner at noon in Key West. I had hoped to experience the Catamaran Race with "the little guy" but as of mid-June that shore excursion was completely filled. Mom is going to take the Conch Republic Tour And Museum package.

On Grand Cayman we will be taking the Land And Sea Island Tour. Afterwards, my son and I are going to do some horseback riding on the beach with a "knowledgable guide." At least that is how the adventure was advertised on the Internet. lol.

We, too, are going to experience Cozumel on our own. I have been in touch with a travel agency recommended by Froemmers (sp?). We are going to take a private tour to see the ruins at Chichen Itza. The agency is providing a modern, air-conditioned van with a driver & guide. No meal is included but I intend to have the guide take us to a truly local establishment while there. If anyone or two or more would care to join us, please let me know. You are more than welcome and I am sure the travel agency would be both willing and able to add another van or provide a larger one.

How in the world did I ever live without having a cruise to look forward to before now?

Steve

 

[Mama2sean]

Add us to the list of excited cruisers for the August 17th Western! Hubby and I along with our 2 sons ages 4 1/2 and 7 just can't wait. This will be our third Disney Cruise, and to say we are excited is an understatement. I'm on the lookout for the FedEx person everyday and am hoping our documents aren't too far off. Anyone else out there booked for the 17th, please respond. It's hard to believe there are only 24 postings for this sailing date??? We'll be on the lookout for lime green ribbons and hope to meet some of you great people. This board has offered us invaluable tips and money-saving ideas.....you guys are the greatest! Many thanks.

 

[dannyb]

Add another native Pennsylvanian, transplanted to Connecticut for 15 years. Our brood includes 10yr girl (Lianne) and 8 yr boy (Eric). Second cruise for them (5th for me and Linda), but everybody's first on Disney. Getting excited.

Dan, Linda, Lianne & Eric
Glastonbury, CT

 

[thebrownboys]

Finally getting some action here. As I originally posted, my sons, Jake (7 ) and Alex (4.5) and veterans of two previous Disney cruises are looking forward to meeting some kids their age. We are almost there !!!

 

[Mama2sean]

bump

 

[Boomerwon]

We are cruising on Aug 17th. Can't wait!!!!

This will be my family's 2nd annual cruise, they include - my nephews 13 & 17, neices 15 & 21, my 2 brothers and their wives, my Mom, DH, DS-5, DD-2, and myself.

My 15 year old neice is a bit on the shy side and had a difficult time meeting girls her age on the last cruise that they did (not Disney). We are all hoping and are pretty sure that she will not have such a hard time this year. Any recommendations?

Any of you staying on for the Eastern route that follows the next week?

 

[Boomerwon]

Hey, where are all you Western Cruisers?

 

[Trinity]

Boomerwon (and any other interested teens),

A girl that I met in this forum and I have been e-mailing eachother for about a week. If your niece would like to join us and make friends before the cruise, e-mail me at sasquatch@pcisys.net.

We are both 13, so if your niece would like to "talk" to teens her own age, I have a cousin (girl) who is 15 and one (girl) who is 17. I might be able to get them in touch with your niece. I also have an 11 yr old sister, an 11 yr old (girl) cousin, and 2 boy cousins ages 13 and 14. They are all coming on the cruise.

If she doesn't want to e-mail anyone before the cruise, I recommend telling her to go to common grounds the FIRST day of the cruise. It will be easiest to make friends then.

Well, I think that takes care of it!!!

*Kelly*
Age 13

 

[Boomerwon]

Thanks for the info! I will pass it on to her. If she is not interested in E-mailing, I'll for sure pass on the information about Common Grounds.
We are all so excited about the cruise coming up. My whole family is getting together this weekend to celebrate all of our July B-Days (5 total). It is going to be a Disney party!! What fun.

 

[markey]

Waiting for the FedEx guy!

 

[Mama2sean]

Saw a previous posting that someone on the August 10 cruise already received their documents....we must be next! Maybe this week? I just can't wait!
P.S. Check out the posting on "Cozumel Kids", anyone else on this cruise interested in helping out (if the customs concern is not an issue)? This sounds like a worthy cause and a small donation from each of us could make a BIG difference in the lives of someone less fortunate than us.

 

[Buckaroo's Dad]

Definitely time to "bump." Anyone else swimming (figuratively) in lists of what to bring? Every time I eliminate one item, we seem to add two more! Yikes...

 

[markey]

Since this is our 3rd cruise I know what not to pack rather then packing too much, just so I have docs, birth certificates and credit card and enough clothes to keep me from doing laundry I'll be happy. Has anybody figured out what time early dinner is? I know the trial period was suppose to end, but then I hear people from the 8/10 cruise were notified of the change. What's up, anybody call?

 

[Minnie's Guy]

I can top that one - asked my DH to pick
up ANOTHER large suitcase (teenager decided
he is packing his own suitcase and taking
lots of clothing - you know, we gotta look cool!)
Our 10 yr. old DS would wear the same thing
everyday if allowed! I am really, really, really
looking forward to meeting everyone.

 

[Boomerwon]

Markey, Do tell! You have me very interested in the secrets of a packing a light load. I'm already trying to weed out things from my list and having a horrible time. Looks as if we'll need to buy a couple of extra suitcases to bring the kitchen sink! Please pass on any secrets that you might have!

 

[SJCSuzy]

Markey,

I called yesterday and DCL said the dining times are 6pm and 830pm. She thought we were the first Magic cruise back on the orig times. Can't wait to start our vacation. See you all on the 17th!!

 

[markey]

Boomerwon
No secrets really, a lot from these boards. You really do not get real dirty on vacation, except for tops because of heat. I find I can usually wear shorts twice with different tops, except white! Limit shoes, only take comfortable and shoes that go with more than one outfit. For dining I have a black dress with a short top, wear one night with and one night without, 2 for 1 in packing. Use all shampoos at hotels and onboard. Take a wrap for bathing suit, and usually wear that for sea days. We go in August, so all packing is done for hot days, have never had cool weather.