Jan 2 2013 Dream Cruise

[racingfandj]

Just looking for a way to justify all of the eating I will be doing

I am also wondering if snorkeling at CC will really be doable???

I've been having the same thoughts about the 5k and the water temp. I'm trying to get motivated to exercise at home so set the 5k as my goal. I think temp is relative to what you're used to. I've been looking at wetsuits, but think it would be hard to buy without the kids trying them on. Trying them on would be really hard to explain since it's a surprise!

I've read water temps would be in 70s. My kids swim in that in our pool at home. I figure it's one day. If we get cold, we'll get out and do some .

 

[MichelleVW]

Just looking for a way to justify all of the eating I will be doing

I am also wondering if snorkeling at CC will really be doable???

I've been in December and the water was pretty cold, but we still got in. My girls were 12 and 14 at the time and they went snorkeling.

 

[Dave Dizney]

And folks, we're down to THREE MONTHS!!!

 

[pillow]

Yay!!! Just called Costco and paid everything off. Can't wait!

Is anyone else going on tomorrow at midnight to book stuff?

Jodie

 

[MichelleVW]

Yay!!! Just called Costco and paid everything off. Can't wait!

Is anyone else going on tomorrow at midnight to book stuff?

Jodie

I don't think we're going to book anything.

 

[ssawka]

Yay!!! Just called Costco and paid everything off. Can't wait!

Is anyone else going on tomorrow at midnight to book stuff?

Jodie

Are you sure the time is midnight? I just payed the balance last night. I will be logging on in the hopes of getting a Palo Brunch. I may also book the Atlantis excursion since I don't think you get charged for cancellation. I'd rather have the reservation and cancel then not be able to get a reservation.

 

[pillow]

Are you sure the time is midnight? I just payed the balance last night. I will be logging on in the hopes of getting a Palo Brunch. I may also book the Atlantis excursion since I don't think you get charged for cancellation. I'd rather have the reservation and cancel then not be able to get a reservation.

Yes, I believe its midnight. I read that you must wait until after midnight to log in. We haven't done this before, so this is new to us. I wonder if there will be cabanas available???

Jodie

 

[Dave Dizney]

I've been on the Disney Cruise Line website, and in my reservations it says that I'm not able to start booking activities until 10/19 - am I missing something?

 

[pillow]

I've been on the Disney Cruise Line website, and in my reservations it says that I'm not able to start booking activities until 10/19 - am I missing something?

I believe thats correct if its your first cruise. For those that have cruised with DCL before, its 10/4 as long as we've paid in full.

 

[burger315]

I am in the same boat as Dave "no pun intended" and don't have access until 10/19. Can any of the Silver members let us know if anything is available? I might book something for Myself, DS(10) and DD(4).

Thanks in advance.
Brian

 

[pillow]

I am in the same boat as Dave "no pun intended" and don't have access until 10/19. Can any of the Silver members let us know if anything is available? I might book something for Myself, DS(10) and DD(4).

Thanks in advance.
Brian

From what I've read, the cabanas go really fast (and may already be gone). But Disney holds back space at Palo/Remy for those who can't get online reservations. So, if you don't get what you want on the 19th, go right up to Palo/Remy after boarding and see what you can get. Also, keep checking back online - have heard things open up periodically as people cancel.

Jodie

 

[burger315]

Pillow- thanks for the reply, not sure I will be doing the Palo/Remy as I am single dad. I am however looking forward to some adult relax time by using the kids club.

 

[MichelleVW]

From what I've read, the cabanas go really fast (and may already be gone). But Disney holds back space at Palo/Remy for those who can't get online reservations. So, if you don't get what you want on the 19th, go right up to Palo/Remy after boarding and see what you can get. Also, keep checking back online - have heard things open up periodically as people cancel.

Jodie

Last summer we booked Palo brunch once we got on the ship with no problem.

 

[MichelleVW]

I'm trying to figure out how much money we're going to be spending onboard. I really don't think we're going to do any excursions, but I know that DD21 and I will have at least a few drinks a day, and then tips.

 

[pillow]

I am in the same boat as Dave "no pun intended" and don't have access until 10/19. Can any of the Silver members let us know if anything is available? I might book something for Myself, DS(10) and DD(4).

Thanks in advance.
Brian

I just went on at 12:01 to try and get a cabana, but they were all sold out. There were plenty of Palo times though - easy to get that. I didn't try to book anything else.

Jodie

 

[ssawka]

Just booked our activities! I was able to get both a Palo Brunch reservation and our Atlantis excursion.

To the PP that was asking about the Cabanas on CC. Sorry, the website shows them all as sold out.

 

[pillow]

Just booked our activities! I was able to get both a Palo Brunch reservation and our Atlantis excursion.

To the PP that was asking about the Cabanas on CC. Sorry, the website shows them all as sold out.

Darn platinum and golds!

 

[ssawka]

Darn platinum and golds!

I guess you'll just have to go on more cruises!

Actually, I think it is great that DCL rewards guests for loyalty. It would be nice if WDW had a loyalty program.

 

[pillow]

I guess you'll just have to go on more cruises!

Actually, I think it is great that DCL rewards guests for loyalty. It would be nice if WDW had a loyalty program.

I know - I agree - just really wanted one of those cabanas . . . We'll be Gold after this cruise, so maybe we'll have more luck next time!

 

[MichelleVW]

Anyone know how much drinks are on board? (approximate). I'm trying to figure out funds for the trip. We're not doing any excursions and we're not big on souvenirs so honestly our only expenses will be tips and drinks Lol. I figure I will be paying for at least 6 drinks a day between me and my 21 year old, oh and my morning coffee at the coffee shop (can't remember the name).