Dream 2016/August 15th Cruise 4-Night Bahamas

[Control4Hermosa]

Starting-up a thread for this particular cruise. Post-up!

 

[Control4Hermosa]

Do I have the boat all to myself? Never too early to get fired-up for a Disney cruise- Post up!

 

[Cheran20]

Is there a fish extender group for this cruise yet? I just read about it and it sounds like fun.

 

[AnastasiaB1974]

Hi- just booked our 1st cruise ever and would like to do the "Fish Extender" too. Any takers??

 

[AquaDame]

It sounds like you guys have a good amount of interest! It tends to pick up the closer you get to your sailing date as well. Being in charge of the FE is easy (if a trial of patience as people do go MIA sometimes after saying they want to join).

Your group can decide on what information is necessary. A basic list may only have DISname/room number/number of people in the room. A more involved list could be first & last names/ages/room number/favorite character/favorite color/allergies/whatever is deemed necessary to know. Also a decision can be made as to size of FE. Some groups break out the list(s) at 10-15 rooms max, so that there are multiple lists (and some people will participate in more than one list). Other groups just make one big list (upwards of 20-30 rooms).

At some point the list will "close". Typically this happens 30-45 days out from the cruise, so that everyone participating has time to organize/prepare their gifts. Shortly before this time (about 2-3 weeks prior) the organizer will either post the list (usually via a conversation is best, as that's more private) to confirm everyone on it is still participating. And making a statement about "anyone not confirming by XX date will be dropped".

Once the list closes, the organizer will post the final list. Also, a decision must be made as to whether to allow late additions. Sometimes there is a "pixie dust" list. That is, basically, a latecomers list that gets posted about a week out from the cruise that others may or may not add to their "final" list. Be sure the "pixie dust" list participants realize they may or may not get gifts from others.
let me know if there is anything else I can help with!

 

[Control4Hermosa]

I'm positive a veteran cruiser will join-in to lead this activity. This is only my third cruise so still don't know all the details of running FE. Welcome aboard Anastasia!

 

[AnastasiaB1974]

Lead away! This is our 1st cruise ever- have been banking/borrowing points for 3 years so I want to make this cruise supper special for the kids. Hope we get more people. Have you ever done a FE?

 

[Control4Hermosa]

I have not. The two cruises I have been on I was there to film events (in other words, a VIP). This time around going as a tourist. The kids had me shoot the various door decorations and FEs for them. When they viewed the footage they got really hooked on making their own design. So, now it's 1/2 the time working on Pirate Night costumes and the other 1/2 crafting

 

[AnastasiaB1974]

Cool. Pirate Night is that big? I have just started doing cruise research. Am clueless- any tips would be greatly appreciated!

 

[Control4Hermosa]

Ahh.. Pirate night. Yep, it's one of those special dress nights. That and formal night. Make sure, on formal night, you show respect to the captain and get your photo taken with him.

 

[Control4Hermosa]

Post your deck/room number so that when an FE coordinator steps in, you can be categorized appropriately. I'm Deck 9 aft/port

 

[AnastasiaB1974]

Oh- I thought you where the coordinator? So confused. Sorry. We are Deck 7 mid.
Questions- what night is Pirate night? I heard the Adult only restaurants are really great-I just don't want to miss pirate night either. And I heard about a pajama night- is that for the kids right?? I'm barely really for a swimsuit- now do I have to worry about PJ's?? Thanks!

 

[vanessa1007]

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[AnastasiaB1974]

Welcome- 1st time cruisers too. Well not my hubby- he was Navy but the kids and I are.
I think the FE board stays active until 60 or so days until the actual cruise.

 

[PrincessShmoo]

I'm positive a veteran cruiser will join-in to lead this activity. This is only my third cruise so still don't know all the details of running FE.

Post your deck/room number so that when an FE coordinator steps in

Stumbled upon the fish extender idea and we'd really like to participate

I think the FE board stays active until 60 or so days until the actual cruise.

SETTING UP A FE GROUP
It appears there are a number of you who are interested in a Fish Extender group. There isn’t one currently set up here on DISBoards. Here’s a little write up on how FE groups are set up:

There really are no “rules” as to how a FE program runs. Basically someone maintains the list of those who wish to participate. The group can decide on what information is necessary to produce FE gifts. A basic list may only have DISname/room number/number of people in the room. A more involved list could be first & last names/ages/room number/ favorite character/ favorite color/allergies/whatever is deemed necessary to know in order to create the gifts. Also a decision can be made as to size of FE group. Some groups break out the list(s) at 10-15 rooms max, so that there are multiple lists (and some people will participate in more than one list). Other groups just make one big list (upwards of 20-30 rooms).

At some point the list will “close”. Typically this happens 30-45 days out from the cruise, so that everyone participating has time to organize/prepare their gifts. Shortly before this time (about 2-3 weeks prior) the organizer will post the list, either directly on the Cruise Meet thread, OR via private conversation, or, possibility, via e-mails. This is to confirm everyone on the list is still participating. It’s important to make a state about “anyone not confirming by XX date will be dropped” at this time. A little harsh, yes, but often there are people who will post on the cruise meet thread as soon as they reserve the cruise and say “I want to participate”, and are never heard from again.

Once the list closes, the organizer will post the final list. Also, a decision must be made as to whether to allow late additions. Sometimes there is a “pixie dust” list. That is, basically, a latecomers list that gets posted about a week out from the cruise that others may or may not add to their “final” list. Be sure the “pixie dust” list participants realize they may or may not get gifts from others, but are expected to provide gifts for the other FE participants anyway.

The other “biggie” is no other social media sites are allowed to be linked or search directions posted as to how to find that other site here on DISboards. Please read this: http://www.disboards.com/threads/im...uise-meet-and-fish-extender-programs.3353477/

As it seems there are a few here on your cruise meet thread who would be interested in doing this, who’s going to step up and volunteer to maintain the list?

I will also note, to participate in conversations, everyone needs to have at least 10 posts. For those who wish to use this option for private conversations that don’t have 10 posts yet, head over to the Test Board to post and up your post count. http://www.disboards.com/forums/test-board.88/

Up to 20 people can participate in any given conversation.

Have fun.

 

[irishmom123]

We are in! (around 3 families) keep us updated

 

[Shelley F]

We are interested in participating in FE... what do I do next?

 

[AnastasiaB1974]

I think we wait for Control4Hermosa who is a veteran cruiser and maybe heading up this FE group. I posted my deck/room number like Control4Hermosa did. I read the thread and waiting to see who else joins- so far I think we have 4-6 families in. Welcome!

 

[PrincessShmoo]

We are interested in participating in FE... what do I do next?

I think we wait for Control4Hermosa who is a veteran cruiser and maybe heading up this FE group. I posted my deck/room number like Control4Hermosa did. I read the thread and waiting to see who else joins- so far I think we have 4-6 families in. Welcome!

See post #15. So far, it appears that no one is actually heading up the Fish Extender list.

 

[AnastasiaB1974]

Okay- I went back over the threads- my mistake. Sorry. Let's see if a veteran cruiser shows up to take the lead. Thank you for the clarification.