DS8, DD5 on Wonder July 21,2002

[ynggun21]

Hi everyone, Laurie... this camcorder is so advanced I can email photos and video without the use of a computer...pretty cool huh something called Bluetooth Technology, I figured out how to use it now I have to take the time and show my wife how to I also booked the Dolphin Encounter only because the swim was booked, I have it for 1:30 July 22nd, the thing that got me going is I have to find my own way to the Encounter, they don't provide transportation. I tried to book this swim back in May and it was already booked up. IM all for meeting ,saying hi without having to type Im easy to spot...I'll be the one dancing with Goofy all day, diving off the back of the ship (just this thing about high diving ), Convincing the Capt to let me drive the ship, just few little things that might make you say to yourself "Why...why me" Hey Im from Brooklyn it's in my blood...I think!

 

[Annamae]

Hi all:

I feel like I'm getting obsessed with this discussion board. I'm checking all the time for new tips on all subjects. Last night I was here and I couldn't figure out why post said the 29th when it was still the 28th. Then I got a clue and realized many people are on the east coast and I'm on the west (Arizona). I haven't decided if I'm going to be our video camera either. It is nice to have the movies, but carrying it around is such a pain. I think Iwill pick up some medicine for sea sickness, my one daughter gets car sick on long trips, but since we have never been on a cruise who knows what will happen. I guess not to many people are on our cruise, since not to many people have logged on to this thread, maybe we will have the boat to ourselves (ya right) and saw one other thread of a girl looking for teenagers for this date.

Well I guess I'm going to get off the net and get some housework done (yuk). Anymore tips anyone can think of will be great.

PS, how do you make the smilies work???

 

[ynggun21]

Hi Annamae, first off I do believe they're a lot of people who don't even know of this forum that will be sailing when we go, so my quess will be....the ship is going to be full As for the smiles look right over to your left as your typing a reply and you will see all the different smilies you can choose. You should bring a camcorder to catch those moments when your going to say "Damn I knew we should of brought the camcorder" the one I just bought is so small and only weighs 1.11 lbs. It also takes digital pics as well as video which is good because now I don't have to bring the digital camera. As for the sickness look into getting Bonine or Dramamine they are really good and I do think Bonine is less drowsey then dramamine, just a thought. My wife thinks she is going to get sick so IM bringing Bonine just in case.

 

[MrsScooby]

Hey everyone!
Frankie- your camcorder sounds incredible. Something that light shouldn't be a problem to carry at all. I'm tentatively planning on bringing ours. I'm not going to carry it around alot. Just on the first day when we board and maybe a little on our day at sea. I don't want to worry about it on shore excursions.
I agree with you about the Bonine. Much less drowsiness. I'm not expecting to get sick, but I want to be prepared just in case.
Annamae- I've become obsessed with these boards also. It tapers off after a while , but I do learn something new every day.
I saw Lilo and Stitch yesterday. It was cute. DCL gets a "nod" at the end. My DH loved it. DS and DD too.
BTW Frankie- let me know when you're driving the ship. I 'll go back to my cabin to get my camcorder (and life preserver).
Laurie

 

[el_tigre]

Surial bath? Never heard of it!

Frankie, it sounds like we'll be on the same Encounter run. I have a 1:30 too. Do you have any idea how you're going to get to the ferry terminal? It seems like it isn't that far from the ship. I was thinking about getting a cab at about 12:45. I have to think that'll be enough time, even with them wanting you there a half hour before.

 

[ynggun21]

Yes that would be a moment you would want your camera when the Capt. and his crew throw me overboard laurie if you forget to get any motion sickness meds. I will have bonine with me so your more then welcome to them if you'd like. El_tigre I have no clue how to get to the Encounter but if you know of a way let me know. IM thinking about calling them and asking them about it but the last time i called they seemed like they didn't want to be bothered, so i will give them a call again. I will let you know what happens.

 

[el_tigre]

Frankie, my plan was just to get a cab at 12:45, unless I found a better way or discovered I needed more time on the ship. From reading Dave in the Frozen Tundra's article about Swimming with the Dolphins, that's how he got there. Should cost around $10-12 I think. If I'm reading this map correctly, the place where the boat docks and the ferry terminal don't seem that far apart. The legend doesn't show how far distances are, but I can't see that being farther than a few miles. So unless I find out a better way, the cab is my plan for now.

Sean

 

[ynggun21]

I guess a cab sounds good, thats probably what IM going to do.

 

[MrsScooby]

I read somewhere that you take a cab also,and that the cab fare is somewhat negotiable. Anyway, from what I heard, there will be many locals at the port competing for your business. Some people don't like bargaining and others enjoy it. I would ask a few people what they paid for the cab or ask on the ship.
Anyway,Mjasp had some good advice for setting up meetings. Check out the thread on "To DIS or not to DIS". What do you guys think of getting green leis to wear on the first day of the cruise? No obligation other than to say hello, like Frankie said, without having to type. They can be found at party stores and are easier to spot than green ribbons.
Anyway, with our kids close in age we will probably bump into each other at clubs, pools,and restaurants. This way we will know what everyone looks like.
I'll also wear the green lei the night before at the Radisson pool, but that is it. (Green leis are not my idea of high fashion )
What do you all think?
Three weeks to go!

Laurie

 

[teacher3410]

Laurie, I think that sounds like a great idea. We will be at the Radisson, too. I'll look for you at the pool. I'm not sure what time we will arrive, but it will probably be late afternoon since we have a 12 hour drive. I'm going to try to get my husband to leave about 4 or 5 AM.

I don't think anyone should feel obligated to spend time with another DISer. I just think it will be nice to put a faces with names. I'm sure we all don't have yellow faces without noses . Who knows....some of us might end up being dinner partners. (We have the late seating.) Anyway, I'm getting very anxious about the trip. I want to start packing, but I think I need to wait until the week before. Mostly, I'm looking forward to some time away.

Pam

 

[ynggun21]

Hi everyone, IM all for it (green leis). Sounds like another good idea Laurie. IM staying at the Polynesain so I wont be able to meet you guys at the Radisson, unless I sneak in and then we can run around with our green leis . I hope no one else decides to come up with the same idea and wear green leis, imagine that.

 

[SafariTigger]

Hello, we will be honeymooning on the DisneyWonder on 7/21/02. We can't wait!!!! We have never cruised before and are so anxious to begin our trip. After the cruise we are heading to Port Orleans Riverside for a week. It should be the vacation of a lifetime!

 

[MrsScooby]

Welcome SafariTigger! Honeymoons are great. Check out the trip reports, I remember seeing some from honeymooners.

Frankie- As much as I'd like to, , I can't take credit for the green leis idea. Mjasp suggested them. Also meeting on deck 10 at a certain time on a certain side of the ship. I don't know what would be the best time or place. Should I just look for Goofy since you'll be dancing with him?
I don't mind waiting(20 minutes or so?) for people to show up for a specific time. Maybe before the lifeboat drill would be a good time? This way no one will miss the party. Any suggestions?

Pam, I requested early seating for dinner, but since alot of people request that I won't know until cruise day if we get it. I'm looking forward to relaxing by the pool at the Radisson before we leave, especially after being in the car for two days with DH,DS,DD.

Laurie

 

[ynggun21]

IM all for meeting anywhere doesn't matter to me, lets figure out a spot on the ship that everyone will agree on to meet & then we can post it and if everyone wants to meet then so be it, Im going to be there regardless I like to meet new people and bump into them through out the cruise I think it would be fun. So lets all get LEID and find a meeting spot. I have a funny feeling IM going to get the business for that remark

 

[Annamae]

Hi all:

Frankie, we'll forgive for that remark, since you are from NY.
That would be great to meet. I think the deck 10 before the drill would be good. What time would that be and where on 10??

Annamae

 

[MrsScooby]

Hi Everyone!
I checked one of the navigators from May for times. The lifeboat drill is at 4:00pm, the sailaway party from 4:30 to 5:15. I figured that either 3:00 or 5:00 would work. Unless someone wants to go to the "Port Presentation" where they talk about excursions and stuff. That is at 3:00.
Also, Mjasp suggested on deck 10 over the Mickey pool as a place to meet. I'm ok with that, except if it turns out to be 100 degrees or pouring rain. Then I would want to be under cover.
Also, Frankie... I think it's because you're from Brooklyn that you can get away with that remark . My Dad is from Brooklyn and that is definitely something he would have said.

Will start a roll call soon. I'm sure there are others out there somewhere.
Laurie

 

[ynggun21]

Well thanks for letting me get away with that remark I was sweating there for a minute PHEW! Anyway Laurie you do have a good point somewhere inside would be ok to meet, how about the Promenade Lounge on deck 3 seems spacious and will probably be less crowded unless nobody wants to go that low on the ship just a suggestion.

 

[MrsScooby]

I checked times again on different Navigators. Lifeboat drill was consistent at 4:00. I'm guessing shoot for 3:00? Promenade lounge works for me. Having never been on the ship I'm not sure which location works best.
I also like the idea of meeting new people and putting a face to the name. If anybody has any doubts, check out the thread "To DIS or not to DIS". It convinced me to at least try.
BTW, does anybody here collect Disney pins? Just curious. I have a few from our last trip. I'm probably going to buy a few on this one too.


Laurie

 

[ynggun21]

Hi Laurie, sorry but I never started to collect the pins I heard so much about them but never thought about a collection. IM excited to meet other people because IM a people person, I get along with everyone as well as my wife, always looking forward to making new friends , heck I know more then half of Brooklyn...they call me the mayor Hope we all can agree on a spot as well as you Laurie i never was on the ship so I thought the promenade on deck 3 would be I deal, I got that from the Disney Brochure

 

[MrsScooby]

Just giving this thread a "bump" to the first page to see if any others are interested in a Dis Meet. I guess I'll try a roll call to see if that finds more people.
3:00pm- the Promenade on deck 3 so far for a meet. Let us know what you think.

Laurie

I leave in 2 weeks!