"DCL Klondike Kruisers" - August 23, 2011

[alexandmaddie]

Quick post as I'm super busy getting ready for visiting the Mouse in DL next week. But, just wanted to let you know that we reached the:

400 days until we sail to Alaska with Mickey mark

Anyone else go plans to go visit with Mickey soon?

We'll be on the WBTA in September, then at WDW in December.

Krista

 

[fluffy bunny]

When in October? Some if us will be there the 23-24th.

We are looking at flying in on the 22nd I think. Looking at a 4 nighter on the 24th and then a couple of days at HRH to do Harry Potter.

Trying to find some decent flights at the moment.

 

[Trigal]

I have started our trip planning for this cruise and it suddenly involves planes, trains and automobiles. We are planning on kayaking and camping in the San Juans the weekend before we leave on the cruise and will head to Vancouver on the evening of the 21st so we will have all day on the 22nd and part of the day on the 23rd. I am trying to find a motel near Canada Place since we won't have a car. So now that is in the works need some help with what to see and do in Vancouver. Any suggestions from our friends from the North?

 

[HAPPY-AT-DISNEY]

what is there in vancouver, that is a "do not miss" for people who were never there before...and is there any recom..for hotels (dnt have a car) that are not too expensive, but not bad

 

[smeecanada]

There's lots to see and do in Vancouver. There is a "Vancouver FAQ" thread started in the main cruise forum. I'm going to start one for Victoria once I get back from visiting DL and catch up on work.

Quick answer - Science World, Vancouver Aquarium, Grouse Mountain, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Stanley Park and Granville Island. Google any of these and they'll come up with websites. These are top attractions - there are many more lower key ones.

The Port is right downtown - several hotels in walking distance or a very short cab ride. The ones right at the Port literally are high class - really expensive ($300-$400 a night - if not more). There are a few hotel chains in the area, but exactally where I'd need to do some research. Plenty of shopping and restaurants close by. Very good Skytrain (like a subway) system available if you want to go further out to Burnaby, Surrey, and Richmond.

 

[Trigal]

great thanks for the info - looks like we will have plenty to do and see. You are right on the hotels but have found a few that are not right there but only a short walk away that are much more reasonable. Really looking forward to the trip.

 

[smeecanada]

great thanks for the info - looks like we will have plenty to do and see. You are right on the hotels but have found a few that are not right there but only a short walk away that are much more reasonable. Really looking forward to the trip.

If you've got a couple of names - I can check out the area for you. I'm over there tomorrow. Going to see the Lion King on Broadway tour. Might get a chance to check things out. If not, I can ask my sister and family about the locations.

 

[HAPPY-AT-DISNEY]

There's lots to see and do in Vancouver. There is a "Vancouver FAQ" thread started in the main cruise forum. I'm going to start one for Victoria once I get back from visiting DL and catch up on work.

Quick answer - Science World, Vancouver Aquarium, Grouse Mountain, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Stanley Park and Granville Island. Google any of these and they'll come up with websites. These are top attractions - there are many more lower key ones.

The Port is right downtown - several hotels in walking distance or a very short cab ride. The ones right at the Port literally are high class - really expensive ($300-$400 a night - if not more). There are a few hotel chains in the area, but exactally where I'd need to do some research. Plenty of shopping and restaurants close by. Very good Skytrain (like a subway) system available if you want to go further out to Burnaby, Surrey, and Richmond.

thank you so much for the info..

 

[smeecanada]

FYI - some people over on the "Vancouver FAQ" thread are posting about getting some good rates at the Pan Pacific Hotel. $199 - $239 or possibly less with a AAA discount a night.

 

[stsomewhere]

FYI - some people over on the "Vancouver FAQ" thread are posting about getting some good rates at the Pan Pacific Hotel. $199 - $239 or possibly less with a AAA discount a night.

thanks. this is where we want to stay. I will keep an eye on it. Still unable to book the dates we will be there.

 

[smeecanada]

thanks. this is where we want to stay. I will keep an eye on it. Still unable to book the dates we will be there.

They were booking for a July cruise - so August dates shouldn't be too far behind.

 

[goslingl]

I have not been on lately and will need to get caught up. We are taking a cruise in Oct and are trying to get things done for it. I just love being able to plan for all of these vacation!

 

[JOANNEL]

DH and I will be there the evening of the 21st and all day 22nd. Leave on the Magic on the 23rd.

We will be getting off on the 23rd!!!

 

[goslingl]

DH and I will be there the evening of the 21st and all day 22nd. Leave on the Magic on the 23rd.

We will be getting off on the 23rd too. I will be the one they are having to drag off kicking and screaming. We will have it ready for you

 

[danandnan]

HI GIRLS

Just got through having my lawned mowed by our grandson now we are having lunch

 

[goslingl]

HI GIRLS

Just got through having my lawned mowed by our grandson now we are having lunch

have a greast time with him. How is Nancy doing?

 

[HAPPY-AT-DISNEY]

We will be getting off on the 23rd too. I will be the one they are having to drag off kicking and screaming. We will have it ready for you

and I will be getting on the ship on the 23rd...i cant wait eithr..

 

[smeecanada]

We will be getting off on the 23rd too. I will be the one they are having to drag off kicking and screaming. We will have it ready for you

Thanks - hope you have a great trip

and I will be getting on the ship on the 23rd...i cant wait eithr..

hi, Joanie - haven't seen you over on the meet thread - there are quite a lot of DISers going. Maybe we can meet up with you at some point.

 

[HAPPY-AT-DISNEY]

Thanks - hope you have a great trip



hi, Joanie - haven't seen you over on the meet thread - there are quite a lot of DISers going. Maybe we can meet up with you at some point.

that woud be great..we are still looking for a place to stay before the cruise. everytime i think i found one, the revws are not so good..also didnt get air yet...whr is the othr thread...im not so good at getting around the computer..before the cruise to alaska we are going to kick off our retirement with the panama cruise in jan..thn the new ship in may..thn alaska in aug..i am so excited...im going to book the grandcalifornia hotel at disneyland after the jan cruise to chk out the park there..
i went on a 10 xmas cruise wth disney and we all had tshirts made wth the picture of the ship on it so we would recognize each othr whn we got on the ship, one of the girls made stockings for the disers and everynite there would be a gift from someone in the stocking..that was alot of fun..
i am looking forward to meeting all new friends on the alaska cruise..
where are you from?

 

[danandnan]

Good Morning Everybody