Counting down to May 25, 2002!

[callahanjulie10]

Welcome allindc-

First- yes you have to sign up for a shuttle time- you will do this upon check in at the Radission

Second- when you get to the terminal, you will need to wait in line to check in and then should be able to board unless it is before 12:30. If it is before that you will just wait until they say- this is #4 for us and it isn't bad- there are characters, tvs playing Disney cartoons, etc. It is a beautiful terminal and a really neat model of the ship in the center. Try to take in everything- not just rush through! We did this on our first trip and we now realize how much we missed!

Third- once you board you will get a Navigator that will tell you when and where to go and make ressies. I am not planning on rushing around- I plan to eat and if my DD wants to swim or whatever she can. My SIL and I try to help each other on the ressie thing- I know what I want and I kinda take whatever time seems the best for me. Whatever you prebook will always seem to conflict with something so I just kinda go with the flow- Don't worry- things will work out- heck it is a cruise- Relax and enjoy!

Good luck and see you on the 24th at the Radission!

 

[Bbethparsons]

Hey, not a big deal, but to DD it is. She just turned 8, which means she goes up to lab. Can you change her age on your list! Thanks, Beth Parsons

 

[BWVPam]

WOW, only 2 more weeks, anyone else getting a little excited!!!11.

See everyone soon,

Pam

 

[Ed/JeanneC]

Pam

WOW! A little excited does'nt even cover it. I almost feel bad for wishing two weeks of my short life away. Can't wait!!!!
Suitcases are on the bed and being packed a little more each day. Looking forward to meeting everyone too!

Jeanne C

 

[IrishCowboy]

Getting more anxious everyday. Can't wait to read the trip reports from the inaugural western cruisers!

 

[allindc]

I'm trying to put together a list of things that we'll need but wouldn't ordinarily think of packing for a typical vacation.
So far I've got:

zip-lock baggies for lunches
anti-nausea meds
detergent/quarters
plug-in flashlight
fold-up cooler w/dry ice
wire hangers

Can anyone think of anything else?
Thanks.
Allison.

 

[Ed/JeanneC]

Does anyone know if the seasick pills (Bonine or Dramamine) over the counter work OK, or is it better to call the doctor and get him to prescribe something?

Oh, one more thing. Is there another hotel close to port that one could get ressies at for 05-24-02. I have booked the Radisson and I heard it was packed, and now my sister has decided to be there the night before and needs a nice place that will let her leave her car in their lot too?

One more week until we leave, can't wait.

 

[IrishCowboy]

I think they have free seasick pills onboard at the infirmary (1st or 2nd floor forward).

To be honest, I don't how the Radisson tells which cars are parked for customers on cruises. Do they make you register them before you park there?

 

[callahanjulie10]

Ed/Jeanne- I believe that the Hampton Inn now offers a shuttle service- which would mean that they will let cars stay in their parking lot. I would look at Dave's sight and check it out- he always has the up-to-date info on this kind of stuff. Look forward to meeting everyone. Until then- take care

 

[Ed/JeanneC]

Thanks Callahanjulie, I'll check that out! I tried to get her to do this earlier, but she did not know exactly when she could get out of town, so she waited until now. We will find her something.

Jeanne C.

9 MORE DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[ps21061]

Hi, everyone booked on 5/25 cruise. I've been away from the boards for a while, but reading all the posts tonight.....to say I can't wait is such an understatement! We are going to Orlando a few days early, staying in a time share till Sat. am. We will have access to web. Would someone who'll be at the Radisson Friday be able to post info about any plans for shipboard get-together? I'd really appreciate the info. Here's to a mega-magical cruise for all of us!


Susan (plus four)

 

[goofydadeo]

When are all the green ribbons meeting? We are arriving late and will miss the evening at the Raddison pool - so is there another planned meeting (how about breakfast at the Raddison - wearing green ribbons)? Do we want to meet on the ship, too? Wear your green ribbons to the Sail Away party! Other ideas?

 

[Bbethparsons]

Don't know specifics about meetings! I still have to find some green ribbon. We are of today for Disney! School was out yesterday for the kids and me! YEAH! I can't wait to meet everyone! Car is packed and all I have to do is get everyone up and dressed, plus today is DH birthday (48). My kids are so excited. They can't wait to see Julia nd Jenna and all their new friends that they have been e-mailing from the disboards. See you all on Friday!

 

[Ckerridan]

Just a suggestion. I went on the Disney last year, and it was almost impossible to have a Disney meet poolside on the ship. It was so crowded, the lime green ribbons got lost in the crowd. How about this????Let's all try and meet like planned, but lets wear our green ribbons all day Saturday???This way, we may run into each other before the official meet???I will wear my ribbon to the terminal for check in and all day. I will be with my DAD, daughter, and best friend Laura. Look for us, we will all have on our green ribbons.

Colleen

 

[IrishCowboy]

I agree with Ckerridan. It is almost impossible to find others at the sailaway party. It just gets too crowded.

We will be around the Mickey pool from 1:30 until the lifeboat drill on Saturday. Me, DW, Autumn (DD-11) and Billy (DS-5).

 

[twiceasnice]

sorry i haven't posted lately. I can't wait!! Only 2 days(not counting today......hehe) until we leave!! See you all later
~Julia
We are sailing with
Joe- 49
Kathy- 46
Julia-11
Jenna- 11

 

[Ed/JeanneC]

I am with you twiceasnice. I have not posted lately either and we leave tomorrow to start our journey to Florida by Friday afternoon!!!! I am still trying to think of everything to bring and hope that I can remember it all. I want to thank everyone for their help with al the tips and advice I have received on these boards. I know that it will prove to be very valuable in the next 10 days. Looking forward to meeting all of you at the Radisson and on the cruise. Only 29 more hours until the journey begins, and I want it to be a journey and not a destination. Looking forward to relaxing and spending time with my family with no work or business interruptions!! See you all soon!!!!!!!!! Very soon!!!!!!!!!!!

Jeanne C

 

[Pugdog007]

Cannot believe its almost here!

Now if I can just get everything coodinated here at work... a major undertaking.

Found some lime green ribbon at Target for .50

Can't wait!!!

Come visit us in room 5132.

Ginger, Chad and Breckan

 

[jiminyC_fan]

Bon Voyage to all of you! My daughter will be joining you, too. We aren't going again until October 19th so I am jealous. Have a wonderful time.

 

[twiceasnice]

Thanks jiminy!


How many of you will be staying at the Radisson??