July 28, 2007 - "Rome-ancing the Mouse Cruisers" -11 days!

[lovebeast]

i just looked at the disney website and they are selling the cat. 12 for 2 people for $3700. I just changed my cat. 11 to a 12 and saved $2000 they did mess up my hotel and drop my excursions, but i was able to get everything back since i was checking to make sure everything was ok right after they made the change.

glad to see you back andrew.

i vote for A in lanyards.

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

For thoose a bit concerned for me, I do intend to relax soon, just what the doctor ordered a nice break.

Pictures:-

Going in two weeks, no need to get up early to get a sunbed and I do not need to book lunch/brunch/dinner at the BBQ.

No trips to book, just a car to drive to the beach, if I can pull the kids away from the pool, this is my way to get my BP down! Better then Meds!

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

i just looked at the disney website and they are selling the cat. 12 for 2 people for $3700. I just changed my cat. 11 to a 12 and saved $2000 they did mess up my hotel and drop my excursions, but i was able to get everything back since i was checking to make sure everything was ok right after they made the change.

glad to see you back andrew.

i vote for A in lanyards.

That is a trick they do to fill the ship, well done on you, you might still end up in something higher.

Basically its the lowest Cat, so people who have booked higher grades are less likely to convert as you have done. Therefore they loose less money, if they reduced the prices on CAT6/5 etc they would have a lot of refunds to make.

But Cat 12's are limited so by selling these cheap more people will be upgraded.

DCL sails often with 98% capacity, this is how they do it. Now they know after the 90 day pay day how many people are committed by paying up, they will fill the rest with discounts, but want to avoid loosing money on people who have paid at a higher price.

 

[MrsJobba1]

For thoose a bit concerned for me, I do intend to relax soon, just what the doctor ordered a nice break.

Pictures:-

Going in two weeks, no need to get up early to get a sunbed and I do not need to book lunch/brunch/dinner at the BBQ.

No trips to book, just a car to drive to the beach, if I can pull the kids away from the pool, this is my way to get my BP down! Better then Meds!

Looks good Andrew, I take it your going in half term.
Where is it or are you hiding from the paparazzi (sp?)

For half term we are going away with the dogs in our motorhome. We have a competition in Yorkshire and are then stopping at a couple of sites on our way back north. Just hope the weather holds ok for us as 3 wet dogs in the motorhome for a week is not fun lol!

 

[MrsJobba1]

i just looked at the disney website and they are selling the cat. 12 for 2 people for $3700. I just changed my cat. 11 to a 12 and saved $2000 .

Good for you - great news what a saving !

 

[MrsJobba1]

all!


I am off to WDW (yes all the way from CA) for the weekend - wish me luck - the 1st time traveling alone since my young, independant days! I may be on but not sure yet. Am meeting some DIS boards friends from our 11 Night Cruise in Sept. YIPPEE!

I hate flying (LOL - imagine me in July???) OK all - will hopefully check back in later.!

Have fun laura - safe journey

 

[MrsJobba1]

As a few people couldn't make the 2pm time, we have had alternative suggestions (still on the Sunday) of 10am or 4pm.

What do people prefer? I dont mind either.
I'm just trying to get an idea of what people want.

If you have an other idea please feel free to share

Also where do you think we should have it?

Suggestions Promanade lounge, Out on deck somewhere - possibly deck 7 (not so secret verander?)

 

[MrsJobba1]

I've just asked this question on the main DCL thread - lets see what responses I get

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=18601094#post18601094

 

[kyla]

i just looked at the disney website and they are selling the cat. 12 for 2 people for $3700. I just changed my cat. 11 to a 12 and saved $2000 they did mess up my hotel and drop my excursions, but i was able to get everything back since i was checking to make sure everything was ok right after they made the change.

glad to see you back andrew.

i vote for A in lanyards.

Wow, I'm in category 11, I should look into that.
ETA: nothing left. Did you get a cabin #?

 

[MrsG]

Kyla
Lanyard Vote:

Still like A but will go with E if that's the majority choice. Please put us down for two badge reels, too. Thank you.

Sallie,
My daughter went to Sacred Heart and loved it. Yes we'll talk private vs. public. My daughter and her husband live in Levittown - Island Trees School district though, not Levittown. I taught 1st grade for 3 years when I first started teaching. Now that I'm older, I don't know how you do it! They are cute but tiring.

Andrew,
Glad to hear from you. Thanks for the jet lag tips.

Helen,
You, Sallie and I have to talk shop. It will be fun to compare schools across the ocean. And either time is good for us for the dis meet. Just tell us where and when. Thanks for doing this.

Maryann

 

[disneylover5]

It is hard to believe the Magic leaves in 2 days!! It was fun to go and read the thread.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1064911&page=603

Thre have been several upgrades and everyone is so excited!!

 

[disneylover5]

i just looked at the disney website and they are selling the cat. 12 for 2 people for $3700. I just changed my cat. 11 to a 12 and saved $2000 they did mess up my hotel and drop my excursions, but i was able to get everything back since i was checking to make sure everything was ok right after they made the change.

glad to see you back andrew.

i vote for A in lanyards.

It is gone now!! You got a great deal!! It is still there for the 7-7 sailing....but not ours. My guess is our sailing and the one after ours are the most booked.

 

[AnnaS]

Glad to see you Andrew and btw - the place looks heavenly - enjoy it and relax.

We will take 5 lanyards w/the reel thingy - whatever letter you guys choose is fine with me.

Sunday 10:00 am for the dismeet sounds good.

One grab bag sounds good to me too.

I feel like I am missing something

 

[kyla]

Ok so far I have the following interest and vote on lanyard Design:
Me 9 (Any)
Jlawall 7 (E)
Eeyorelvr10 6 (A)
kidcoos3 5 (E)
Andrew UK 4 (Any)
Salliep 3 (E)
Pixie DustII 4 (Any)
AnnaS 5 (any)
disneymagic316 9 (A or E)
MrsG 2 (A)
MrsJobba1 2 (E)
Lovebeast 4 (A)
Iowazipcode 8 (E)
disneylover 5 5 (any)
formerCper 4
10yrann 8 (E)
MaryJo 3 (E)
LynnTarrant 2 (E)
Sandaneli 2 (E)
JustJus 4
Tomspixie
so we are at about 96. Getting closer to 100.

Cost for lanyard design A will be about $2.50
Cost for lanyard design E will be about $3.00
Both come with a badge holder: http://www.kennyproducts.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=KPI&Product_Code=372
To add a badge reel http://www.kennyproducts.com/Mercha...en=PROD&Store_Code=KPI&Product_Code=425-blank, will be another $1.
I was thinking of ordering once I get everyone's payment and bringing them to Barcelona or the DIS meetup to pass out.


Lanyard Design Options (by formerCPer)

Please revote:
Choose either A or E or any

Lanyard design:
A - 3
E - 9
Any - 5

# badge reels requested:
Sandaneli (1)
MrsJobba (2)
salliep (2)
MrsG (2)
AnnaS (5)
eeyorelvr10 (6)
lovebeast (3)
jlawall ?

 

[salliep]

I've just asked this question on the main DCL thread - lets see what responses I get

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=18601094#post18601094

Holy Cow-!! I thought we were doing a lot...I just read some of the posts on that thread.. wow- they are doing so much, and have so many things planned- tee shirts, lanyards, name badges, secret Mickey, parties, scrapbook class, its amazing. I guess many of them know each other and live close since there are so many pre- parties.
Its fun to read the last few pages of their posts with their trip only 2 days away- It makes me want to start packing now!!!
I copied their meet info , dont know if its good or bad, but I thought another suggestion wouldn't hurt!
First Day Dis-meet: informal meet at 3:00pm, deck 10, starboard side, overlooking the Goofy pool. Stop by and meet people, get your name badges and lanyards, mini-navigators will also be available.


I love this magic fountain idea in Barcelona for those of us arriving a day earlier.. maybe some of us can do the same ???

Barcelona Magic Fountains: Come one, come all - to a FREE excursion before we set sail out of Barcelona. Kids, Cocker Spaniels (and their owners), adults and those in between are all welcome! SweetSue from the May 26th 11 Day cruise is putting together a group for this fun activity.

FRIDAY EVENING, May 25th: Enjoy the light, water and music show of the Magic Fountain! Show begins at 8pm and runs every 30 minutes until midnight. Time for our meet is 8PM. We will meet at the base of the fountain near the steps to the Museu National d'Art Catalunya. Take the Metro (or go by foot) to Placa Espanya. Go through the tall columns following the small water fountains until you reach the big oval Magic Fountain. We'll meet on the far side closest to the steps of the museum. Look for wild and crazy DISer's speaking English (it's kind of hard to miss a DIS group).


I am going back to read more- its so much fun-

Sallie

 

[salliep]

Sallie,
My daughter went to Sacred Heart and loved it. Yes we'll talk private vs. public. My daughter and her husband live in Levittown - Island Trees School district though, not Levittown. I taught 1st grade for 3 years when I first started teaching. Now that I'm older, I don't know how you do it! Th
Helen,
You, Sallie and I have to talk shop. It will be fun to compare schools across the ocean. And either time is good for us for the dis meet. Just tell us where and when. Thanks for doing this.

Maryann[/QUOTE]
It truly is a small world Maryann!!!
I think my mom must be sending you to me- since I keep praying to her and all above to help me make the right decision about schools.. I cant wait to talk

 

[jlawall]

Hey all, another day, another 1,000 posts to read!! Yes, I am a teacher, too, fourth grade!!

Love the map idea, it would be cool to see where we are all from!

I vote for "E"....ship colors! I definitely want the badge holders on them as well.

The DISmeet saga............ok, we could do 10am, or 4pm on Sunday..........my concern about the topdecks is it might be hard to find a spot big enough for all of us and the weather could be a factor.........The Promenade Lounge is usually pretty quiet at those times of day (unless something special is taking place there.) Another idea would be the main lobby where the central elevators are (is that Deck 4?)

Also, I think our consenus is to make one bag about $15-$20 with our hometown on front to exchange (to avoid space in luggage issues!)

Welcome back Andrew....................thx for linking us, Lynn, ............I'm excited too to read about the transatlantic sail

 

[lovebeast]

Wow, I'm in category 11, I should look into that.
ETA: nothing left. Did you get a cabin #?

no, i don't have a cabin number. i will probably have to wait until they send out our documents before i know. maybe they will "save" my old room.

 

[lovebeast]

It is gone now!! You got a great deal!! It is still there for the 7-7 sailing....but not ours. My guess is our sailing and the one after ours are the most booked.

there was a lot going on at disney today. i had to wait 10 min. before i could get in touch with a cast member, then i found out that my travel agent had to make the request and he had to wait another 15 min. they also had no clue that the price had changed, we both had to agrue with them about the price.

 

[lovebeast]

please put me down for 3 badge reels.