Dream a Little Dream: May 8-12, 2011

[crazy4wdw]

Here's another Dream update on the blog:

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/12/in-focus-disney-dream/

 

[mickey4]

Here's another Dream update on the blog:

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/12/in-focus-disney-dream/

Thanks for sharing that was great...I love to seeing the updates and you guys a great on sharing them. Only 15 days and I get to tell my kids I can not wait to spill the beans.

 

[mickey4]

Meyer Werft Delivers Disney Dream in Official Ceremony,
Disney Cruise Line Takes the Helm of Newest Ship

Delivery Ceremony celebrates final milestone; Disney Dream set to depart for Florida

BREMERHAVEN, GERMANY, (Dec. 9, 2010) – Disney Cruise Line took possession of its newest ship – Disney Dream – today from the Meyer Werft shipyard in a traditional maritime ceremony aboard the ship in Bremerhaven, Germany. The Meyer Werft flag was lowered, while the Disney Cruise Line flag was raised, transferring ownership from the shipbuilder to Disney.

The milestone closes the book on the ship’s construction journey, which began nearly two years ago in Papenburg, Germany, and signals its readiness to welcome guests on its maiden voyage, set for Jan. 26, 2011, from Port Canaveral, Florida.

“The Disney Dream is an extraordinary ship, in part because of the collaboration of the superb shipbuilders at Meyer Werft and the innovative technology and storytelling that our Disney team has developed and implemented aboard,” said Karl Holz, president of Disney Cruise Line. “I cannot wait for our guests to experience this newest addition to our fleet, a ship that will delight and surprise all ages.”

From a water coaster at sea called AquaDuck, and inside staterooms with virtual views, to Enchanted Art that immerses guests in stories, and fine dining at Remy, the Disney Dream will deliver family cruise experiences like no other. The shipboard experience remains focused on the legacy and heritage of The Walt Disney Company’s most known assets – master storytelling, world-class entertainment and legendary guest service.

“It gives me great pride to deliver the Disney Dream, which is the largest ship that Meyer Werft has ever built,” said Bernard Meyer, managing partner of Meyer Werft. “Over the last few years, I have seen this ‘dream’ transform from the design phase to a magnificent reality, which guests will soon be able to enjoy for years to come. To make this dream come true, it takes a special partnership. The collaboration among Disney Cruise Line, Meyer Werft and its suppliers has been excellent and very creative.”

Meyer Werft and Disney first signed a contract to build two new ships in April of 2007. Shortly thereafter, planning for the design of the ships began and construction started with the first steel cutting in Papenburg, Germany, on March 2, 2009. Since the recent completion of the ship’s float out from the shipyard and conveyance along the River Ems, the test-and-adjust period has been in full swing, including sea trials and a brief dry dock in Hamburg, Germany. The ship will remain in Bremerhaven for another week while additional crew members board, and supplies and provisions are loaded. The Disney Dream is scheduled to depart on Dec. 19, for its transatlantic voyage to the U.S., with an expected arrival on Jan. 4, 2011.

Captain Tom Forberg will officially take the helm of the Disney Dream for Disney Cruise Line. As part of the Disney Cruise Line ship construction team, Captain Forberg has been with the company for 15 years and was responsible for launching Disney’s first two ships, the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder.




SIGNING THE PAPERWORK -- Karl Holz, president of Disney Cruise Line, and Bernard Meyer, managing partner of the Meyer Werft shipyard, signed the official documents to transfer ownership of the Disney Dream from the shipbuilder to Disney. Later in the day, the Meyer Werft and German flags were lowered from the mast of the Disney Dream and the Disney Cruise Line and Bahamian flags were raised, concluding the Delivery Ceremony

FLAGS FLY HIGH -- The Bahamian and Disney Cruise Line flags fly high on the mast of the Disney Dream, Disney’s newest ship, after the Delivery Ceremony in which the company officially took ownership of the vessel.

 

[Clochette nordique]

Hey, did we forget we passed the 5 months mark?

 

[mickey4]

Hey, did we forget we passed the 5 months mark?

I guess I did not post it since we passed it days before some of you...But yes we are past it. Or should I say we all are now past it. I can not wait. We leave May 3rd. It can not come fast enough. But 1st I have to get my taxes done you know spending money must 1st be sent back.

 

[ameliaforte]

hi everyone, its cold and snowing today and i really want to be on that boat!!!!! anyone new interested in the FE?

 

[mickey4]

hi everyone, its cold and snowing today and i really want to be on that boat!!!!! anyone new interested in the FE?

well I am with you I am already sick of the cold...but I am busy planning a birthday party for next week and I have not even started!!!

I am too ready to get on the boat....but I am more ready to tell the kids about it. Only 13 days until xmas.

 

[crazy4wdw]

Only 13 days until xmas.

I can't believe that its almost Christmas! Where in the world has 2010 gone? Of course we're getting closer to May 2011!!!

 

[mickey4]

I can't believe that its almost Christmas! Where in the world has 2010 gone? Of course we're getting closer to May 2011!!!

I know I am already thinking taxes!!! I am hoping for a big return....that gives us our spending money!!! Or more of it. I know we are set since we don't claim the kids until the end of the year. So 6 days until my 1st born turns 9 and 13 days to xmas...and then let the planning begin. I can hardly wait for new years.

Oh last xmas touch went up today...we just put the monorail around the tree. I can not wait to tell the kids. If I visit lots between now and then let me say now I am sorry. For driving you all nuts with my thrill of this gift. I promise it shall come to an end soon. But then we will all be talking plans. and of course paying off our trips.

By the way I got an email from Disney talking about making our plans for while we are a shore. I almost wanted to scream!!

 

[crazy4wdw]

Oh last xmas touch went up today...we just put the monorail around the tree. I can not wait to tell the kids. If I visit lots between now and then let me say now I am sorry. For driving you all nuts with my thrill of this gift. I promise it shall come to an end soon. But then we will all be talking plans. and of course paying off our trips.

By the way I got an email from Disney talking about making our plans for while we are a shore. I almost wanted to scream!!

I have a monorail train that runs around the base of my tree also! I finsihed my Christmas shopping this morning so I'm just about ready. I also received an e-mail from DCL within the last several days about reserving tours, etc.

 

[mickey4]

I have a monorail train that runs around the base of my tree also! I finsihed my Christmas shopping this morning so I'm just about ready. I also received an e-mail from DCL within the last several days about reserving tours, etc.

The email made it seem real....Or more real!! Or that time really is flying by. I can not wait to see the Dream in person. And that I get that email saying I am paid in full in!!! which I should get by the end of the month!! then I will be doing my happy dance.

 

[mickey4]

Just checked and we are 145 days away from boarding...and 55 days until we book our on board and off board activies. I can not wait.

 

[luvdamouse91]

145 days!

First Christmas .... then Tax Season ... then Cruise

Happy Holidays!, everyone!

 

[mickey4]

145 days!

First Christmas .... then Tax Season ... then Cruise

Happy Holidays!, everyone!

Yes I am with you there. I already did a rough figure on my taxes to get an idea of my refund aka spending money. I can not wait. Time is going to really fly once xmas goes by. Because then we all will doing taxes, shopping (for the trip) and lets not forget booking our shore days. I am in total planning mode. Is it too early to start making packing lists for the trip and a shopping list?

Happy Holidays to everyone I hope everyone has a great New Year and I can not wait for us all to board the Dream in May.

 

[ameliaforte]

does anybody have any excursions planned?

 

[mickey4]

does anybody have any excursions planned?

No we just started talking about them last night. I can tell you I figured out the photo package and it does save you a lot. We looked at the photos we bought last time and counting them out we would need roughly 30 credits which is 200.00. We spent roughly 300.00 last time just on pics of the kids. I know what you all are thinking but I just could not say no they were all great photos.

We are only really looking at the rentals in castaway cay. Otherwise we will be off on our own. That is our plan for now anyways.

 

[crazy4wdw]

It has really been a cold day today in the south. Our high today was 35, our normal high is around 60 for this time of year. We're supposed to have a record low tonight of 15! I know for some of you who live farther north, this is not a big deal, but it is for us who live in the south.

Thought I'd let everyone know that if you're a government employee or in the military (active or retired), tha Marriott Residence Inn at the port has a discount for our cruise dates of $99/night. This includes a full breakfast and you can leave your car at the hotel during the crusie. The hotel charges $6 per person for transportation to the cruise terminal. I think I'm going to switch from the Radisson to the Residence Inn.

 

[mickey4]

It has really been a cold day today in the south. Our high today was 35, our normal high is around 60 for this time of year. We're supposed to have a record low tonight of 15! I know for some of you who live farther north, this is not a big deal, but it is for us who live in the south.

Thought I'd let everyone know that if you're a government employee or in the military (active or retired), tha Marriott Residence Inn at the port has a discount for our cruise dates of $99/night. This includes a full breakfast and you can leave your car at the hotel during the crusie. The hotel charges $6 per person for transportation to the cruise terminal. I think I'm going to switch from the Radisson to the Residence Inn.

thanks for the info...but I think we will stay at the country inn and suites. We heard really good things about it and it is on .5 mile from port.

 

[Clochette nordique]

Someone asked if any of us had reservations booked. I did yesterday. I booked Blue Lagoon for me and DD for the 10:30 Swim with The Dolphins on May 9 (hope I have the right day in Nassau!). This is a Dream of mine since I'm a little girl. I also saved $ for this since DD lives with both light Autism and light Cerebral Palsy and dolphins are known to be extra kinds in those circumstances. She is taking swimming lessons right now so she can really enjoy our time with the dolphins.

Poussière de fée

 

[Clochette nordique]

$388 for the Dolphin Swim for two.