Dream a Little Dream: May 8-12, 2011

[mickey4]

By the way have you noticed that we hit 400 posts . Boy are we on a roll.

 

[mickey4]

what happend to everyone??? I miss my disboard friends.

 

[mickey4]

From DCL News:
New Disney ship departs Meyer Werft shipyard for the North Sea, one step closer to its voyage to Florida

PAPENBURG, GERMANY, (Nov. 12, 2010) – The Disney Dream cruise ship departed the Meyer Werft shipyard today on its conveyance down the River Ems, traveling from the ship’s inland birthplace in Papenburg, Germany to the North Sea at the port of Eemshaven, The Netherlands. The journey began with a firework display as the ship passed through the first sea lock exiting the harbor, completing yet another milestone as the ship moves closer to its maiden voyage on Jan. 26, 2011, from Port Canaveral, Florida.

The conveyance process is a unique maneuver for ships built by the Meyer Werft shipyard, the only place in the world where this process occurs. The journey involves moving the ship some 26 miles down the winding River Ems. In some areas, railroad bridges have been dismantled with sections lifted out to allow the ship’s passage.

“With the conveyance of the Disney Dream, we have reached yet another milestone for the third ship in our fleet,” said Karl Holz, president of Disney Cruise Line. “It won’t be long before our guests finally experience the inspired innovation and extraordinary creative content that makes this ship so magnificent and so unique. From an exhilarating ride on the AquaDuck to dazzling stage shows and exquisite French cuisine at Remy, the incredible offerings on the Disney Dream will delight everyone who steps aboard.”

Tens of thousands of local residents lined the shore to see the Disney Dream and some of its new and innovative features, like the AquaDuck water coaster, which winds around the ship’s iconic funnels.

“All of us at Meyer Werft and throughout the community of Papenburg are very proud to see this ‘Dream’ ship through its historic conveyance,” said Bernard Meyer, managing partner of Meyer Werft. “As the largest ship this yard has built, our entire community feels a tremendous sense of achievement and a deep connection to this exceptional vessel.”

Prior to the conveyance, the Disney Dream underwent its float out on Oct. 30. For the last two weeks, testing on the ship’s functional features has taken place in the Meyer Werft harbor, while work on the interior areas continued. As the ship concludes the conveyance, it will move into what is known as the test-and-adjust period, departing Eemshaven for sea trials. After sea trials, the ship will travel to Hamburg, Germany for a short final dry docking. The ship then returns to Bremerhaven, Germany, for the delivery ceremony in which Meyer Werft will officially deliver the Disney Dream to Disney Cruise Line. Here the ship will welcome its remaining crew members before departing for its home in Port Canaveral in Florida.

Just wanted to share with all of you!

 

[crazy4wdw]

Here's another update on the Disney Parks Blog regarding the Dream:

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/the-disney-dream-sails-to-the-sea/

Wow! We're also up to 425 posts! That was quick!

 

[mickey4]

Here's another update on the Disney Parks Blog regarding the Dream:

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/the-disney-dream-sails-to-the-sea/

Wow! We're also up to 425 posts! That was quick!

I must say you just made my day....what a great way to start my day...Have any of you started planning in more detail like days at the parks. We are looking at it today and working on finding out what and when we are doing what. I can not wait. Only like a month away and I get to tell the kids. I will make sure to post what they say.

 

[Silver Cinderella]

From DCL News:
New Disney ship departs Meyer Werft shipyard for the North Sea, one step closer to its voyage to Florida

PAPENBURG, GERMANY, (Nov. 12, 2010) – The Disney Dream cruise ship departed the Meyer Werft shipyard today on its conveyance down the River Ems, traveling from the ship’s inland birthplace in Papenburg, Germany to the North Sea at the port of Eemshaven, The Netherlands. The journey began with a firework display as the ship passed through the first sea lock exiting the harbor, completing yet another milestone as the ship moves closer to its maiden voyage on Jan. 26, 2011, from Port Canaveral, Florida.

The conveyance process is a unique maneuver for ships built by the Meyer Werft shipyard, the only place in the world where this process occurs. The journey involves moving the ship some 26 miles down the winding River Ems. In some areas, railroad bridges have been dismantled with sections lifted out to allow the ship’s passage.

“With the conveyance of the Disney Dream, we have reached yet another milestone for the third ship in our fleet,” said Karl Holz, president of Disney Cruise Line. “It won’t be long before our guests finally experience the inspired innovation and extraordinary creative content that makes this ship so magnificent and so unique. From an exhilarating ride on the AquaDuck to dazzling stage shows and exquisite French cuisine at Remy, the incredible offerings on the Disney Dream will delight everyone who steps aboard.”

Tens of thousands of local residents lined the shore to see the Disney Dream and some of its new and innovative features, like the AquaDuck water coaster, which winds around the ship’s iconic funnels.

“All of us at Meyer Werft and throughout the community of Papenburg are very proud to see this ‘Dream’ ship through its historic conveyance,” said Bernard Meyer, managing partner of Meyer Werft. “As the largest ship this yard has built, our entire community feels a tremendous sense of achievement and a deep connection to this exceptional vessel.”

Prior to the conveyance, the Disney Dream underwent its float out on Oct. 30. For the last two weeks, testing on the ship’s functional features has taken place in the Meyer Werft harbor, while work on the interior areas continued. As the ship concludes the conveyance, it will move into what is known as the test-and-adjust period, departing Eemshaven for sea trials. After sea trials, the ship will travel to Hamburg, Germany for a short final dry docking. The ship then returns to Bremerhaven, Germany, for the delivery ceremony in which Meyer Werft will officially deliver the Disney Dream to Disney Cruise Line. Here the ship will welcome its remaining crew members before departing for its home in Port Canaveral in Florida.

Just wanted to share with all of you!

Thanks for the update!

 

[mickey4]

no problem I love sharing the info with you guys after all we are in the same boat of waiting until it is our turn to set sail.

 

[mickey4]

Everyone check out this Youtube link below. I hope it works for all of you. It is a great link about the Dream heading to sea.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5DUDoOdlug

If it does not work for some reason go to youtube and search Disney Dream Sails to sea.

All this new info really gets the blood boiling. that is for sure.

 

[Clochette nordique]

Thanks for the link.

 

[mickey4]

No Problem!! Can you beleive that we are just over a month away from xmas. The new year is right around the corner. I must say that gets my blood moving. I have pulled out the travel planner and the guide books and I am now working on making the plans for our trip.

 

[crazy4wdw]

Here's another Dream update on Disney Parks blog - This one has video of the Dream sailing on the North Sea!

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/out-at-sea-with-the-disney-dream/

 

[mickey4]

Here's another Dream update on Disney Parks blog - This one has video of the Dream sailing on the North Sea!

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/out-at-sea-with-the-disney-dream/

yes I saw this one yesterday...It is very cool to see the dream under it's own power. I can not wait to hear that it is on its way to FL.

 

[crazy4wdw]

Another Disney Parks Blog update on the Dream! This one has video of a tirp down the AquaDuck!

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/take-a-ride-on-aquaduck-with-me/

 

[mickey4]

Another Disney Parks Blog update on the Dream! This one has video of a tirp down the AquaDuck!

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/take-a-ride-on-aquaduck-with-me/

Thanks for sharing...I love watching the new info coming out or reading about it. Hey Just wanted to share since I am thrilled I am done with my holiday shopping!!!! The gifts are bought and will be wrapped this week. I know I am the best santa out there. I am normally done for weeks by now but this year I was moving a little slower.

 

[BCVOwner2002]

Looks like the dates for this cruise won't work for us afterall. Hope everyone has a great time!

 

[mickey4]

Looks like the dates for this cruise won't work for us afterall. Hope everyone has a great time!

Sorry to hear that...Hope you can sail on another date!!

 

[mickey4]

New info on the dream....this was just posted on the Disney Parks blog....I have posted it below as well. Happy reading.

Very early this morning, around 3 a.m. (German time), the Disney Dream cruise ship arrived in the port of Hamburg, Germany, where it will undergo a brief dry dock this week. This is part of the test-and-adjust phase of the construction process, and another step in the ship’s journey to completion. Afterward, the Disney Dream is scheduled to sail to Bremerhaven, where shipbuilder Meyer Werft will officially deliver the ship to Disney on Dec. 9.


I am hoping that the Dec 9th date means that it will start heading to Port shortly after.

 

[mickey4]

Just wanted to stop by and wish you all a Happy Turkey Day...and a safe black Friday. I hope to see lots of post after the holiday.

 

[crazy4wdw]

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

 

[mickey4]

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

Thanks you too.