Disney Wonder Mexican Riviera - December 4th 2011

[jsails]

We are so excited for this cruise, it is our first Disney anything and our very first cruise.

Shannon,

We haven't had too much discussion here on ideas for packing or things to do on the ship. I think that's because most of us have been on at least one cruise, so I think I'll start that and maybe others will jump in. That way we can all get ideas from each other.

I'll start with a few things that have been helpful to me.

1 - Disney allows you to bring your own alcohol onboard. However, it must be in your carry on. You can take a glass of wine with you to dinner, no charge, but if you take the bottle they will charge you a corkage fee. I believe that was $18.

2 - We usually take a case of bottled water also. Again, must be in your carry on.

3 - A really handy idea is a clear plastic over the door shoe holder. Hang it over the bathroom door and put items in it to keep them handy.

4 - Your suitcase will probably go under your beds as long as you lift up the bed and push it under. The bed frame is lower around the sides than underneath. This gets them out of the way.

5 - Your coffee table telescopes. I didn't know this the first couple of cruises. It is really handy to raise when you have room service or typing on the computer.

Okay, that's enough for now, I could go on and on. Hope this was helpful.

I hope others shout out some 'secrets' or 'ideas' now.

Judy

 

[cryssi]

The coffee table telescopes??? How did we not know this? This is our 5th DCL cruise, too...

 

[burnttimber]

Seems like we have a lot of toddlers...Maybe we all can have a playdate? DS is 2, and I know for sure we will be right by the stage at the sail away party...he loves to dance!

Hey that's a wonderful idea - the more the merrier! That is so cute that he loves to dance.

 

[hamm1207]

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

 

[jsails]

The coffee table telescopes??? How did we not know this? This is our 5th DCL cruise, too...

I know right! That's why I think it would be fun for others to tell us what they find interesting or handy. We think we know these things, but we don't!

Everyone please share!

 

[smtrouba]

Does anyone have opinions about port adventures? We have one booked for PV and one for Cabo, but are considering canceling. Are they worth the extra money, or is it better to just find a spot on the beach (if that is a possibility)? Our oldest child is 6, youngest is 2, if that makes a difference.

Shannon

 

[BurnsideMommy]

We are going to book this very last minute cruise tomorrow! We've cruised before but never on Disney.

We'll have 3 kiddos with us and have been reading about the fish extenders (sounds so fun!) - is it too late to get in on this? Seems like it would be so fun especially counting down to Christmas to boot.

The kids don't know yet - can't wait to surprise them!!

 

[jsails]

We are going to book this very last minute cruise tomorrow! We've cruised before but never on Disney.

We'll have 3 kiddos with us and have been reading about the fish extenders (sounds so fun!) - is it too late to get in on this? Seems like it would be so fun especially counting down to Christmas to boot.

The kids don't know yet - can't wait to surprise them!!

Hi, and Welcome Aboard!

Once you're booked send Sarah 'hamm1207' your room number and other information. You can go to the link for spreadsheets that is after her signature. There are two spreadsheets, one for FE and one for Roll Call.

You are not too late for some but would be for others as they made or ordered their gifts earlier with a specific number in mind.

So glad you're joining us and you will LOVE Disney! We are older and travelling without children and we absolutely love it. This is not our first Disney cruise!

Looking forward to meeting you,

Judy

 

[hamm1207]

We are going to book this very last minute cruise tomorrow! We've cruised before but never on Disney.

We'll have 3 kiddos with us and have been reading about the fish extenders (sounds so fun!) - is it too late to get in on this? Seems like it would be so fun especially counting down to Christmas to boot.

The kids don't know yet - can't wait to surprise them!!

I have added you to the FE and roll call lists. Please verify the information. We are super glad that you are joining us on the cruise! As jsails mentioned, it is not a problem to join the FE late, but please take note that some people purchased Fe gifts based on earlier numbers.

My husband and i are in our 20s (no kids yet) and we love cruising disney! See you in 8 days!

 

[Moby]

Does anyone have opinions about port adventures? We have one booked for PV and one for Cabo, but are considering canceling. Are they worth the extra money, or is it better to just find a spot on the beach (if that is a possibility)?

I'm wondering the very same thing so I'd love to hear your input! Is there a fee to cancel once you've booked a Port Adventure?

 

[smtrouba]

I think you can cancel as long as it is at least 3 days in advance.

 

[jsails]

I'm wondering the very same thing so I'd love to hear your input! Is there a fee to cancel once you've booked a Port Adventure?

You can cancel up to three days prior to setting sale. Once we depart on the cruise, it's final and you will be charged for the Port Adventure whether you use it or not. It's in the fine print at the bottom of the Port Adventures pages.


A week from today we will be in Anaheim!

 

[goofymom68]

It is hard to believe that we head to Los Angeles in a week. I thought the trip would never get here; now I am stressing about getting ready. (Ironic?)

So excited.....

 

[Disneynut64]

We have no problem adding all new people to the disneynut64 group!!. Could the new people please send me your last names of the people in your cabin!!!

 

[Disneynut64]

Dylan'smom weren't you on the WBTA with us.

 

[hamm1207]

Attempting to pack, but we dont leave until Friday! Our bed is covered in clothes, now i just have to figure out where to put it all or how to make it all fit in the suitcases tonight. I cant believe we set sail in a week!!!! i am so excited to meet everyone!

Remember that we are meeting up about 15 min prior to the sail away party on the deck just above the pools (stage just below). I cant remember the deck number off the top of my head.

 

[jsails]

Attempting to pack, but we dont leave until Friday! Our bed is covered in clothes, now i just have to figure out where to put it all or how to make it all fit in the suitcases tonight. I cant believe we set sail in a week!!!! i am so excited to meet everyone!

Remember that we are meeting up about 15 min prior to the sail away party on the deck just above the pools (stage just below). I cant remember the deck number off the top of my head.

That would be deck 10.....yay!

I am trying to start putting things together. DH leaves on a business trip Monday and returns an hour before we leave on Friday. Nothing like cutting it close. oh well, we are driving so if we don't make it half way on Friday night it's okay....I just wanted a head start.

I can't start packing until DH leaves because I don't have room. We live on a sailboat and believe me every inch is precious! So my cruise supplies and clothes are in storage until Monday. Hope they fit after Thanksgiving.

I worked on my FEs today. Almost done. Hopefully by Monday. I want you all to find me at the terminal if possible for your gifts. You'll want it at the beginning of the cruise. My gifts are for all that are on the Roll Call list, so even if you are not on the FE list, please find me. Check back in a couple of days and I'll let you know how to pick me out. My DH says I should have a big Mickey Hand sign....but, no, it'll be less conspicuous than that.

Not much longer!!!!!! Who is packing something that is a must have, let us know. If you're taking your own wine, don't forget a corkscrew and if you're not drinking the whole bottle, a bottle stopper.

Judy

 

[hamm1207]

Deck 10! I was thinking it was either 9 or 10, but i wasnt sure. Looks like my husband and i will be wearing Dream maiden voyage shirts on sail away day, so look for us!

Well...the packing is about 90% complete! I only have FE gifts, dresses, and suits left to pack! We managed to get it all in 2 roll a boards, one suit roll, and extra room in a big suitcase to be checked!

Judy, good luck packing!! San fran was amazing when we visited on the first west coast repo, and we have an uncle that lives in Petaluma (hopefully i spelled that correctly) and he loves it! We cant wait to meet you sunday!

 

[worldofjones]

Hi!
Less than a week before we leave N. California to head South and I'm finally starting to get prepared. A bit nervous how late I'll be up the night before we leave to finish packing! A week afte we return we are throwing our annual Christmas party and I have decorate the tree and house this weekend before a madcap week at work.

I saw an earlier post about alcohol and bottled water. Is there a limit how much you are allowed to carry on? I've read, somewhere online, that there's a limit of 2 bottles of wine per adult. Any insight? Not that I plan on drinking that much, but it would be nice to have the option to bring a few bottles extra for sharing and such.

Please wish me luck this week, my son is a late potty trainer, he'll be 4 in February and still not quite there. The threat of not swimming has not worked yet...a bit nervous of major meltdowns when his sister goes swimming and not him. (and I might need the wine referenced above to end the day with this going on!)

Cheers!
Liz

 

[cryssi]

Worked on part of FEs tonight. I still need to shop for stuff, too. I also need to find a suitcase, as my Mickey one broke after Alaska... . I really need to work on my packing list and also send DHs suit pants to the cleaners. I hope I can get everything done this week. Are we really sailing in a week??? I am so ready but so not ready!