Disney Dream - June 2, 2013 - 4 Night

Shea,
How do I get added to the FE list? I am brand new to cruising and the Disboards!!! It will be my two daughters (12 and 10) and me... We already have a fish extender on order! Thanks!!!

Hey Sandi! I did see that you wanted to join the FE.. You can wait to PM me when you have reached 10 posts or you can post it here on the thread.

I need the following info: (I have filled it in with my info so you can see what I mean)

Real Life Name: Shanea
Cabin #: 7578
Who you are traveling with: Ginny (DM), Katelyn (DF) [include kids ages, some like to do age specific gifts]
Any special notes (celebrations or allergies): ex. Shanea is allergic to tuna and we are celebrating Katelyn's graduation


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97 DAYS!!!
 
Thanks, Shae... Since I have no idea how to post or even PM on here yet...I'll just post here... Thank you!pirate:

Real Life Name: Sandi
Cabin #: 6182
Who you are traveling with: Sydney (DD12 (will turn 13 that week)), Sloan (DD10)
Any special notes (celebrations or allergies): ex. Sydney's 13th b-day, first Disney cruise

pirate:
 
Shea Bear. I know we are still about 90 days out but I want to start planning my FE gifts. Are we going to have a final date and excel list. I can't wait to get started.

Thanks

Brandi
 
Sent a request for the FB group. Can't wait. In three months we will be cruising!!! Still thinking about the FE.
 

Thanks Ginny. I was able to access the list, I just wanted to know if there was a cut off date. I didn't want to make 20 of something and then 3 more people sign up.
 
We will be asking all very soon their opinions on what they feel the cut off point will be. After that a new list will be started which you may participate with that one also. Last I knew we were at 14 cabins. I think a couple more need to be added. I will get with Shanea to update list. I always make extra just in case.
 
Hi- getting excited about our third cruise. Traveling with husband and 13 yr old son and 11 yr old daughter. Great to follow your thread.
 
Is FE still open? And how does it work for people staying on deck 12. This is mine a DH 2cd but DS15 and DS12 1st.
 
FE LIST HAS BEEN UPDATED!!!

CLICK HERE

Please take a moment to look it over even if you have been on the list to make sure your information is correct.

As of this update, there are currently 16 cabins participating.
That gives us 29 Adults and 26 Kids - Under 18 (17 girls and 9 boys)


To resolve some questions I have PM'ed all those currently participating in the FE exchange with a POLL to get an idea of how large of a group we all want and a cutoff date for additions.

For those of you debating on whether to join.... WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!? :rotfl:
But seriously, it is a lot of fun to come back to your room with little presents waiting. It's like Christmas everyday.... and what better way to make a Magical Cruise more magical than adding in a version of Christmas!


DISTRIBUTION OF LISTS:
1. I will leave the GoogleDoc available till after I return from my trip.

2. I will have lists with me at our Cruise Meet (which posting about in a separate post). They will be much like what you see on GoogleDocs, but I will rearrange them to be organized by cabin number, so you can easily go deck by deck. If I have time, I may even include a map of the decks with the cabins highlighted.

3. If you are unable to make the cruise meet, NO WORRIES! I will be putting copies of the list on my cabin door to make easily available to everyone. So the only cabin number you will need to remember is mine (7578). The only difference with these lists are that I will remove all real names for safety. They will also be organized by cabin # and include the DisName of the contact person and who is with them. (ex. DH, DS - 9, DD - 3). If there are any issues with that, please feel free to let me know.There will also be a dry erase board where you can swing by and write if you have been upgraded or your cabin # has changed.

CUTOFF DATE and LATE ADDITIONS:
Anyone waiting to add later, I will post the outcome of the POLL as far as the cutoff date. I would like to note here that I have mentioned to those involved that after the cut off date there is what I like to call the Pixie Dust List, which is anyone who would like to add onto the FE Exchange List after the cutoff date. It works like this; anyone who adds after the cutoff date gets put on a separate list and they go about the FE exchange as if they were a part of the original group. The only difference is that those a part of the actual FE List will have the option of delivering gifts to those on the Pixie Dust List. Really it means those who are a part of the FE List and have some extra gifts to spare can then consider the Pixie Dust List as part of the original list. I hope that makes sense.


REGARDING THE CABINS IN CONCIERGE:
First off, those staying in concierge... I'M JEALOUS! ;)
Anyone staying in concierge, which I believe there are 3 cabins, will obviously be able to participate in the FE exchange, but those of us trying to deliver gifts will be faced with the challenge of a gated area. It does not mean that you will not be able to deliver your gifts. There are two options!

If anyone has been on a Disney Cruise you know that their are Crew Members always roaming the decks. If you spot one, explain to them what you are trying to do (most know about the Disboards and FE exhanges). They will either open the gate for you so you can make your delivery or they will take your gift for you and make sure it gets delivered.

The other option is those of us trying to deliver to the concierge cabins can go to Guest Services and explain what you are doing and they will deliver it for you. Note: Make sure the cabin number is clearly written on the gift or package to ensure it makes it to the right place.


ANYMORE QUESTIONS, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK! :thumbsup2
I may not be on the boards every day, but I will get back to you.​
 
party: CRUISE MEET! party:

I know it has been discussed on the Facebook page, but I don't believe everyone is over there. So here is what I believe will work. Any objections or concerns, please make them know.

DATE: June 2, 2013
TIME: 3:00pm
PLACE: Vista Cafe (Deck 4, Midship)


We obviously would want to meet up in the beginning of the cruise so we can make new friends and the kids can all meet.

3pm seems to be a good time, that way everyone has time to board and grab some lunch and do any of the changes they need to do before they come meet up. It also gives us time to chat before the 4pm Sail Away Party.

Many of the places on the ship are Adult Only or are used by Crew Staff for people to make changes or resolve some issues for their cruise. This is a quiet place where many people will not go right away so it should be mostly just us!

I've seen where some people where their classic Lime Green Mickey with their DisName or name tags with their so people can connect the two. This is not necessary.

I will also be there, if all goes as planned a bit earlier so I can hand out the FE Lists. Also this is where you can let me know if you have received a bit of Pixie Dust from Disney and have been upgraded or if there were any last minute cabin # changes.

Hope everyone plans on stopping by and saying HI!
 
FYI for those cruising for the first time...... You can take pillow cases and markers to Guest Services. What they will do is have many of Characters sign them. All they ask for is candy for payment. So if you have young children you can put them away and give at Christmas or birthday. Or for a special Niece or Nephew. Big hit with the Kids!
 
We want to join! Not sure how I go about joining the FE group (don't do FB). If you can make the directions "idiot-proof", I would appreciate it.

Can't wait!!!
 

As of this post we have 18 cabins.


Cutoff Information

After receiving almost all the polls it is clear what people want. So the FE List will be cutoff as the following.

The FE List Additions will be cutoff 45 days out so that is April 18th and we will cut the group at 20 cabins.

Please read following note regarding cabin cut

We are close to the 20 cabin cut. A couple of people made suggestions regarding the cabin cut at 20, which I found to be a very good idea. If we only have up to 25 cabins we will leave the group as one. So I suggest everyone makes atleast 25 gifts. Once we go over 25 the group will split. People suggested this because they would hate to see a group as small as 5 cabins. I will mark the cabins in the googledoc that are additions after the 20 by changing the font color until we hit 26 which then I will move the cabins to a seperate list. If you have issues with this please PM me with your concerns.

Also anyone in the FE is welcome to include everyone on there list.

After April 18, the list will be complete, but I will begin the Pixie Dust List as explained before.

FOR ANYONE WHO STILL WISHES TO JOIN THE FE, PLEASE PM ME OR ANSWER HERE ON THE BOARDS.

In the subject line please put FE LIST ADDITION for Bahamas June 2, 2013

then give me the following information:

Dis name: SheaBear
Real world name: Shanea
Cabin #: example 7631
Who is sailing with you?: Shanea-26, Ginny (DM), Katelyn-23 (DF)
Ages of any children: (this helps with determining age appropiate gift)
Any special information such as food allergies: Ginny: allergic to soy (although she is not)
 
How many of you purchase travel insurance for your cruise? I have a dad that is battling cancer and not doing well. I wondered if it covers having to cancel because of an elderly parents health? Is it preexisting so it is not covered if I bought it now? Thanks for any advice. If you buy it what company do you use?

Thanks,

Deb
 
I think the pre-existing part only applies to those traveling under the policy. Most will cover having to cancel b/c of a family emergency (even a family member not traveling with you). Insuremytrip is a good place to compare plans. Some, like Disney insurance, require it to be bought before paid in full, but I think some you can buy up till day before.
 
Please add us to the FE group!

Real Life Name: Kyle
Cabin #: 6514
Who you are traveling with: Deidre (DW), Quinn (DS - 12), Addison (DD - 8)
Any special notes (celebrations or allergies): Celebrating my parents 50th Wedding Anniversary (but they're not doing the FE thing...)
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Can't Wait!! :cool1:
 
firecrackerqp said:
Please add us to the FE group!

Real Life Name: Kyle
Cabin #: 6514
Who you are traveling with: Deidre (DW), Quinn (DS - 12), Addison (DD - 8)
Any special notes (celebrations or allergies): Celebrating my parents 50th Wedding Anniversary (but they're not doing the FE thing...)
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Can't Wait!! :cool1:

I will get you guys added very soon. Any questions feel free to ask
 
Hi,
My family and two others will be on this cruise. It's my family's very first cruise ever and everyone's first Disney cruise.
I'd like to know how to join in on the FH fun please.
Elizabeth

There are 15 total people and 5 total cabins in our travel group. I'm still trying to find out if everyone wants to play along or not ... But I know my personal family group is VERY interested.
Elizabeth
 
Hi,
My family and two others will be on this cruise. It's my family's very first cruise ever and everyone's first Disney cruise.
I'd like to know how to join in on the FH fun please.
Elizabeth

There are 15 total people and 5 total cabins in our travel group. I'm still trying to find out if everyone wants to play along or not ... But I know my personal family group is VERY interested.
Elizabeth

First let me say welcome to the group!
I am posting info for you to join the FE. If you have any questions feel free to ask. Don't let the 20 cabin cut off deter you. Should the other cabins wish to join it will be ok. Just need to join by the cut off date. Again any questions feel free to ask.

The FE List Additions will be cutoff 45 days out so that is April 18th and we will cut the group at 20 cabins.

Please read following note regarding cabin cut

We are close to the 20 cabin cut. A couple of people made suggestions regarding the cabin cut at 20, which I found to be a very good idea. If we only have up to 25 cabins we will leave the group as one. So I suggest everyone makes atleast 25 gifts. Once we go over 25 the group will split. People suggested this because they would hate to see a group as small as 5 cabins. I will mark the cabins in the googledoc that are additions after the 20 by changing the font color until we hit 26 which then I will move the cabins to a seperate list. If you have issues with this please PM me with your concerns.

Also anyone in the FE is welcome to include everyone on there list.

After April 18, the list will be complete, but I will begin the Pixie Dust List as explained before.

FOR ANYONE WHO STILL WISHES TO JOIN THE FE, PLEASE PM ME OR ANSWER HERE ON THE BOARDS.

In the subject line please put FE LIST ADDITION for Bahamas June 2, 2013

then give me the following information:

Dis name: SheaBear
Real world name: Shanea
Cabin #: example 7631
Who is sailing with you?: Shanea-26, Ginny (DM), Katelyn-23 (DF)
Ages of any children: (this helps with determining age appropiate gift)
Any special information such as food allergies: Ginny: allergic to soy (although she is not)
 

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