Aug 3 Western Disney Magic Roll Call

[mmouse37]

Anyone intested in taking bubbles along for sailaway party....I just got back from A.C. Moore (craft store) and they had two boxes of the mini bubbles (for weddings, but the bottle is just plain white) for only $5.00. They are usually $5.99 per box. Each box has 24 bottles in it. Non-Toxic and will not stain (according to the box). The wand is located in the cap so no worry about kids (or adults) losing the wand. They were located in the wedding section of the store. I doubt I will need both boxes, but will bring the one.

MJ

 

[tinkerbell4two]

Shirley - Just ordered a tropical arrangement for my parents from your shop today. Can't wait to see it all week long in their stateroom. I also just set them up with tandem parasailing on Key West. Know of any good snorkeling locations that they can go to after their parasail?

Nicole

 

[snelsonbrown]

Nicole and MJ- I have business cards from Key Cat of Key West which is located right there at Mallory Square and they have everything that has to do with water sports and water tours- they will give discounts to anyone that has their business card that I have signed (this is in order to keep from just anyone getting discounts) and I know for a fact it is a good discount - Shelly and Ahab are not only very honorable, but responsible and trustworthy - when I was in Key West, I took it upon myself to check out places before I would recommend them - I know that businesses in KW close and open faster than I can change my mind and I wouldn't want anyone to have hard feelings about my hometown - anyhow you can email me if you want any of these coupons/pamplets etc.
I would feel very honored if anyone would like to stop at the shop - (we are exalty 1 and 1/4 mile South of the Radisson on the East side - the strip mall is called Beach Plaza.) Stop by and have a soft drink and chat with me.
Hugsssssss to each and all.
Love
Shirley

Nicole thank you for the order sweetie - Joanne told me you had called.

 

[tinkerbell4two]

I can't believe how excited I'm getting.

How wrinkled will my clothes be if I'm already packed? The Pack-mates have worked great and I think we will be able to take one less peice of luggage. Hurray! Each days outfits for the DDs are in their own zip lock baggy to make things simple and organized.
DH is thinking of renting shoes for the formal nights since he has such big feet (size 13). As it is we will be taking three pairs of shoes for him which will take up a large part of one bag - no fooling. Has anyone rented shoes from the tuxedo place? Are formal shoes really necessary? DH is planning on wearing a nice dark blazer, dark olive pants, white button up shirt and tie for formal dinners. I think dress shoes are necessary, but who really looks at men's shoes? He is planning on bringing a pair of brown loafers for all dinners.
Last question - Is anyone taking water shoes for the kids?

8 days until we leave !!!

Nicole

 

[MCazer]

Nicole,

Weird as this sounds, my husband is also a size 13, and I always try to pack my shoes inside of his to save space, if yours won't fit, I bet children's shoes do!

And, yes, I think dress shoes would be approriate for formal night.

8 more day for us too. Actually in 8 days we will be sitting at the Radisson, possible swimming.

 

[mmouse37]

Just came across a thread about taking someone else's child along and I am glad I did. They mentioned things that I had not thought of like notarized letter with both parents signature to allow me to take him of the country and to provide medical assistance if needed. Also they mentioned getting a copy of his insurance card.

This board is great for all kinds of info!!! The kids got all excited when I told them that they had to packed and ready by this time next week. I want to load the car next Thursday night so all we have to do is roll out of bed at 4 am to catch our flight on Friday.

I made cute little labels for the mini bubble bottles with the date and Disney Magic and Western Caribbean with the DCL logo!!!

Went shopping for hubby today. Not bad, he liked about 3/4 of what I bought. Back tomorrow to return what he didn't like. He has absolutely no time to do anything (working 16 hours per day, 7 days a week). He really need this vacation!!!

MJ

 

[tinkerbell4two]

I agree. These boards are full of great information. Each day I always find new information that I need for the cruise.

I had to make sure that we have enough room in our mini-van for my families' bags and my parent's bags. So, I'm packed. Yes, I could have checked to see that the bags fit in the car before they had clothes in them, but what's the fun in that. Turns out that we will only have to check on two and carry on three bags plus the strollers and one toddler. DS 3 1/2 says she is a big girl and demands to do everything herself which include rolling her own luggage. So, I'm not listing her as another item. ha-ha

We are planning to get to the airport right when they open at 5 am. I didn't know that international airports closed at night. They still request we arrive 2 hours early before our flight. So, the best that we can do is 1 1/2 hours early; our flight leaves at 6:30

MJ- I know how it is to prepare everything. DH got sick about a month ago with strep and was out of work for a week which ate up vacation days that he was planning to take off before and after the cruise. C'est la vie. Just think how much you both deserve this cruise.

Nicole

 

[snelsonbrown]

Hey there,
Can I ask a question that may seem dumb but is this the cruise where a number of young men with their families from the NY police/fire department are going? (which is the first break from 9-11)
I just was interested in finding out.
Thanks a bunch
Love
Shirley

 

[mmouse37]

Yes, Shirley...that would be our group....three families travelling and all the hubbies are Port Authority Police of NY & NJ and this is their first vacation since 9/11. They lost 37 of their fellow Port Authority officers on 9/11 and really need the downtime. They usually get 6 weeks off per year, but all vacations have been suspended except for one week.

What better way to relax and wind down than on DCL!!!! Thanks for asking.

MJ

 

[Mtdewbuzz]

The anticipation for this trip is becoming unbearable, and I still have a week to go!!! Just knowing that I will not be at work this time next week & will be getting on to a plane later that same day is making me downright giddy!!

I had no luck finding a Disney shirt that I liked, so I don't know what I'll be wearing the first day on the boat. If I decide sometime soon, I'll let you guys know so you can identify me.

I did buy an "Elvis Stitch" beanie from Disney Store to take with me on the trip. He's going to be our mascot/good luck charm, so the trip goes well. Plus, we're going to leave him in the room to see if room service does anything fun with/to him like we have heard Disney is notorious for!

This weekend, I fill out my documents & start getting clothes and other items together. I'll finish up on Friday, which is why I took that day off...

 

[ashlle]

Sorry to jump in on this so late, but we've just been doing research and found this site. Wow, are you guys prepared.

Anyhow. My name is Ashley, and my family and I are going on the Aug. 3 Western Caribbean cruise, courtesy of Make-a-Wish. (My sister had a kidney transplant almost three years ago, and her doctors nominated her for Make-a-Wish. She decided to wish for a 7-night Western Caribbean cruise, and so here we are!) My sister is 15, I'm 18, and my mom and dad are 46 and 47, respectively.

It's kind of weird going with Make-a-Wish, because they're doing everything for us, so we have no idea which room we're in, what activities they may pre-schedule us for, etc etc. You guys all know where and what and when!

This is our first cruise, and reading these posts have been very informative, but I do have a question. Are there any activities geared especially towards young adults in the 18-20 range? It appears that I'm kind of cut out from all the teen activities, so I was kind of curious.

Anyhow. Thanks for any information!



Ashley

 

[mmouse37]

Hi Ashley....welcome to the DIS and welcome to the Aug 3rd thread!!!!!

I think it is wonderful that Make a Wish could fulfill your sisters wish!!! She won't be disappointed about picking a disney cruise. This will be our 6th.

I have a daughter who is also 18 travelling with another friend who is 17. They plan on sunning by the pool and just basically relaxing. My daughter also plans on going to the clubs at night for the adult entertainment (not how it sounds!!!). They have a time warp party with music from the 60's-80's. Another night they have rock and roll party with music from the 50's...they are alot of fun.

If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to ask them. There are no dumb questions!!!

MJ

 

[tinkerbell4two]

Here is the list that I've compiled so far for our August 3rd Cruise:

BarbaraB - 40, DH(42), DD(13), DD (4 1/2) and DS (4 1/2)
Mmouse37 - 43, DH(45), DD(18), DS(17), DSF(17)(son's friend),
DD(14) - 16 in entire party
Tiggeress - 16, 13,11 & 8
Mtdewbuzz - 26, DW(27), friend (26)
Jamie - 40, DH(40), 13, 10 1/2
Mcazer 38, DH(38), DD(6), DS(4)
Buzzlver - 35, DH, DD, DD
Rewhitingjr - Dad(46), DD(17)
Tinkerbell4two - 32, DH(32), DD(3 1/2), DD(1 1/2) - 14 in party
NancyZ - 35, DH(38), DS(5), DS(3 1/2)
Blu eyz 235 - DW, DH, DS(18), DD(16)
Jhondy - DD(16), DW, DH, DS(16), DS(10), DS(22) & Fiance(22)
Soccernaccall - 15, 13
ExecuMom - 36, DH(37), DS(13), DS (9 1/2)
Alternativekid20 - 14 w/parents
Ashlle - DD(18), DD(15), parents 46&47
Philncat - DH(48), DD(20), DS(17) - 11 in party

Special Occasions:
Make-a-Wish for Ashlle's sister
NY & NJ Police Officers 1st vacation since 9/11 (mmouse37 group)
40th Wedding Anniversary (tinkerbell4two and NancyZ group)

Please let me know if you would like for me to edit this list or remove your party. Also, let us know if you have a special occasion in your party that we can help celebrate.

Many of us will be meeting on the 10th deck at cast-off.
Please join us so that we can all put faces to the names.

 

[Mtdewbuzz]

Um, a slight correction...

Mtdewbuzz - 26, DW(27), friend (26)

Obviously, I need to let some more of my manliness show through! ::scratches self & spits::

 

[Jamie]

We leave for WDW tomorrow morning at 0330 (yes, that's am). We're down to the final packing and cleaning. My stomach is in knots worrying about what we've forgot to take or do. One thing I almost forgot was to send an itinerary out to a few family members. We're staying in several places and realized no one really knew how to contact us. Anyway, you all have been a weath of information and I'll look forward to meeting some of you on the cruise or at the Radisson. Jareen aka Jamie

 

[mmouse37]

Hi...another slight correction here....our group has the Port Authority of NY & NJ Police Officers, not firefighters.

The two other families we are travelling with have:

DH & DW (40's), DD17, DD15, DS8 plus DH's brother (30 ish)

DH & DW (40's), DS15, DS7, DD6


I am getting very excited!!!! I am going to fill out the docs today.

As a surprise for my DD18's graduation, I am having a video montage put together of her life from birth through H.S. graduation. Trying to pick out the background songs was tough, I kept getting misty!! I was trying to figure out how best to present it to her and it dawned on me.....I will try to arrange to show it to her while onboard the Disney Magic!!!! Along with all the other photos I have gathered, there are several pictures of her on the Disney Magic from our previous 5 DCL cruises, so it's kind of fitting to show it to her onboard!

I contacted the DCL group dept. and they were great. We have it arranged to show on the big screen of the ESPN's sport bar on Sunday from 10:30-11:30 am, just as we are pulling into Key West. I hope she likes it and doesn't get embarrassed!!! We are going to have coffee, juice and danish and make it a little private celebration!!! I am not even telling my hubby as I want to surprise him also. We talked about doing this for awhile and he thinks I forgot to have the video made, but I didn't!!!

Any suggestions on how on I can get her up there to the ESPN club?. I am telling the other two families about it ahead of time so that won't be problem. I was thinking of having DCL hand write a little bogus invitation about being invited to something up there.

MJ

 

[BarbaraB]

Well, I am finally getting down to some serious packing and need an opinion on something.


I have a set of matching outfits for my 4 yr old twins. A sundress for my DD and matching shirt/shorts for my DS. I know DCL requests no shorts at dinner, but I would love to pack these for them to wear on a casual dinner nite. (they are really cute) Do you think this is too inappropriate??

MJ What a great idea for your daughter!!! I think she will love it

 

[MCazer]

I don't think there should be a problem with the shorts outfit I say go ahead and pack them, should make for some really cute photos!

 

[ExecuMom]

Barbara B - I don't think it will be a problem either. On our last Magic Cruise both of my boys wore nice kaki shorts and polo shirts to dinner and they looked fine. It was never a problem.

As I sit hear typing, I am surrounded by suitcases and piles of clothes which I'm going to pack today. I can't believe it's finally here!!

 

[BarbaraB]

MCazer & ExecuMom -- Thanks for the reassurance! I will definitely pack them.

I think I have got a case of "pre-vacation jitters"!!! My mind is spinning with thoughts of packing, making planes, getting rental cars, hoping my kids behave (LOL), etc. The funny thing is that I know that as soon as we leave the house and head to the airport I will be fine. Somehow this is always the most stressful part of the trip for me--two days before we even leave!!!

Looking forward to seeing everyone on the ship!!