Compiled a list from the hints & secrets thread(long)

[dkis4nu]

Here's a list from the different hints or secrets threads that have been popping up.

Autographs from the captain, servers, special CM's
Anniversary cake - order one
Arcade cards - collect them or retrieve them from trash
Bathroom light-use as night light
Bathing suits - bring several
Bingo - try it for something different
Board as soon as you can-makes the cruise seem longer
Birthday cake-let your server know
Buy it when you see it-you may not get another chance
Board games @ Prominade Lounge or Cove Cafe
Cooking demos
Cheese platter-room service
Clothes for disembarking-don't forget or its jammies!!
Castaway Club cocktail party
Check in as soon as you can & make new friends in line
CC floats-don't rent-lots of them floating around later
CC - snorkle early-water gets stirred up later
Cadillac Lounge or Sessions - cheese & grapes
Disembarkation talk-on TV-don't waste time going to it
Disembark early if you have to, or relax & go last
Disney $ - put down as a deposit on your 1st day
Dining rotation -they'll change it for you Deck 4 - walk it for exercise
Drinks-bartender will make one up special for you
Duty free shop - different specials each day
Double dip-have appetizer @ restaurant, then go to Palo
Elevators - notice the Mickey hands
Fruit - take some back to room to snack on
Guest Services - check character appearance times
Ginger ale - may help motion sickness
Grouper game room @ CC
Hangers - ask for extra ones instead of packing some
DCL Horn-try to get the sound on video tape or recorder
Hidden Mickeys - ask for the sheet @ Guest Services
Internet package available
Iron all your clothes 1st thing or send everything out
Journal - keep one daily so you don't forget
Laundry - if you have to - early in a.m. is best
Luggage-check it @ the airlines outside the cruise term
Lattes - can be ordered from room service-not on menu
Mickey Bars - can also be ordered from room service
Meals -from different restaurants can also be ordered
Make magnetic signs for your stateroom doors
Navigators
Outlook Bar - panini's on sea day
Palo - dessert & drinks @ bar as an alternative
Pressed clothes - send out right away
Pictures-take them of everything-you'll want them later
Participate in activities you normally wouldn't try
Palo brunch
Reservations online in advance for Palo, spa, etc
Room service, room service, room service
Souvenirs-ship replica, itinerary map,scrapbook,album
Sailaway-as you leave,CM's with Mickey hands are waving
Sailaway Party - bring bubbles, Deck 10 good outlook
Silent auction
Secret deck 7 aft outlook
Shopping-look for sales-there are no signs in the shops
Sandwiches from room service for excursions next day
Save everything for a scrapbook
Shutters-stack pictures & make decision the last day
Safe-use a non-credit card for key
Spa - sometimes they post specials on port days
Tips - have $ in envelopes before you leave home
Tips - keep $ handy in top drawer for room service
Take tours - bridge tour, galley tour, spa tour, etc
Take the stairs-faster than elevators & better for you
TV-leave on with volume down for nightlight
Topsiders-eat here @ night for a change of pace
Upgrade at port

Whew - any more?
dk

 

[LAWalz23]

Thanks for making one list! I can't wait until Jan., less than 5 months! can you still give the purser's office items for character autographs (tshirts, pillowcases) in a bag w/sharpies and get them back the last day? What else have folks had autographed?

 

[MelissaE1]

Very nice... I like the alphabetical, bulleted style list. Nice job.

 

[dkis4nu]

We've taken our magnetic door sign to our servers & favorite CM's for their signatures and thoughts on the last day. The captain also autographed the ship replica we bought, and statue of Mickey & Minnie. I've heard of people getting photos, picture frames and T-shirts autographed. Nice memories.
dk

 

[Muushka]

Thank you for all of your hard work!!!

 

[lbgraves]

I have never seen the reasoning behind this one.

Arcade cards - collect them or retrieve them from trash

??????? Why?

 

[mariandbill]

Are the Lattes free at room service?

Thanks

 

[AspiringCindy]

Great list! I would also add: Bring glow necklaces for Pirate night! &
Ziplock bags for...everything!

 

[ReAnSt]

I have never seen the reasoning behind this one.

Arcade cards - collect them or retrieve them from trash

??????? Why?

From what I have heard , every day they have a different design on the arcade card. So if you get one from every day you will have a whole set. BUt this is only what I have heard considering my cruise has yet to happen.

Becky

 

[Joelzme]

This should be sticked. Also, Room service as a wakeup call (use the door tags in the desk). Nothing like having coffee delived to the room!


Are the Latte's free?

Joel

 

[Hockeychic]

Great tips thanks!!!

 

[Hygiene99]

We like to pack Bathing Suits in our carry on Bag ,So we can take a dip in the afternoon before the ship leaves port ..

as your luggage may not arrive at your room for a while..

 

[Donnaksmj]

extension cords with multiple outlets are very helpful..there are never enough outlets! also shoe bag as an organizer.

 

[DIS NURSE]

earmarking......sorry but it's too late at night to do anything else!

 

[dkis4nu]

Unfortunately, lattes are not free. I think they are around $2.50 plus tip, but well worth it. First thing in the morning, on a Disney cruise, still in jammies, sipping a latte - pretty darn good!

dk

 

[TeaforWendy]

Great thread! Where do you get glow necklaces? And from whom do you order an anniversary cake?

 

[Cajun Princess]

Thanks for the list. I'm sure to use it

 

[noahsmom]

Great list but I have an issue with one item - CC floats. DO NOT assume that just because it's not being used it's not wanted! On our last trip there was a thunderstorm, bad enough that the beach was evacuated. By the time we got back to "our" lounge area (towels and some other items were left behind by us) someone had carted off our floaties and taken over the lounge chairs. This was extremely rude! There were plenty of other lounge chairs around so it was easy, although annoying to relocate. The floaties we had paid for and we still had all afternoon on the beach.

Thankfully I still had the reciept and the CM gave me a replacement. I don't mean for this response to be a flame but due to our past experience please don't assume that the floats are no longer wanted by the people who rented them. They may be gone for a snack, a bike ride or just to explore.

 

[STB ON THE BEACH]

DKis4Nu, YOU ROCK!!! THANKS!!!!!!!!!

 

[KKB]

Unfortunately, lattes are not free. I think they are around $2.50 plus tip, but well worth it. First thing in the morning, on a Disney cruise, still in jammies, sipping a latte - pretty darn good!

dk

DK--I'm from Lincoln! You are the first Husker I have seen on the board! We embark on our first DCL Dec. 24!
Kris