March 15-22, 2008 Eastern - Way-Way Early Check In

[tecdavidt]

Ahh, that was the change when they went to checking in at the terminal. Our daughter was in the teen clubs by that time so we didn't have to use the kids programs. We didn't cruise on the Magic in '07 so I know some things have changed.

I haven't decided to take two cocktail dresses or just one. For all of the other nights I wear capris, or slacks but once in a while I will have a tropical skirt outfit I might bring.

I use to overpack so bad that when we returned home I had nice clothes that were not worn but still had to go to the cleaners just to remove wrinkles from the suitcase.

For shoes I will have a pair dress sandles, water shoes (teva flip flops for water) and two pairs of my birk grenada sandles plus the pair of shoes I will have to wear down because it is so cold up here in Iowa.

For all of you coming from the north, don't forget a travel home outfit. I did forget one trip! I had to find the pants I wore down and dig out the same socks I wore down. I was really angry with myself forgetting about the travel home clothes. Now I never forget them.

Kathy

 

[happymommy]

Kathy - that's why I always do laundry! It's cold here also. I'm so sick of it.

Update on formal night, I found a knit dress at Ann Taylor Loft, short black. It looks very dressy on, but folds up to almost nothing, and is machine washable! They had a lot of cute stuff there. There isn't much time for shopping not, so I need to start packing.

We do get a visit by the Easter Bunny, but this year it's tricky. I had to take care of some of that this week also.

A week and a day and we're flying down!

Amy

 

[pop5]

We were on the Magic last spring break and the Wonder this past summer. If I remember correctly, the clubs were open that night. Now I know for a fact that the Stack had a welcome aboard party for the teens. Hope this helps. Remember, lets try and say what we will be wearing so we can see each other.

 

[Gretel]

Um I will be wearing clothes

Sorry, couldn't resist!

 

[carolmp]

I was just out checking to see if by chance the Shuttle launch had already been delayed to a later date, and found that while the Shuttle launch isn't delayed, they moved up the Delta 2 Rocket launch. There is now a launch scheduled for 2:09 p.m. on Saturday 3/15.

We should be on the ship already. Will we be able to see it? I'm guessing it could really snarl traffic. Is there anything we need to be aware of? I'll post the question on the main board to see what anyone says.

 

[carolmp]

I was just out checking to see if by chance the Shuttle launch had already been delayed to a later date, and found that while the Shuttle launch isn't delayed, they moved up the Delta 2 Rocket launch. There is now a launch scheduled for 2:09 p.m. on Saturday 3/15.

Here's the details:


Event: Delta 2 • GPS 2R-19 (M6)
Date: 3/15/2008

Time: 02:09:00 PM ET
Details: The United Launch Alliance Delta 2 rocket will launch the Space Tracking and Surveillance System technology demonstration mission for the Missile Defense Agency. NASA will oversee the launch. The rocket will fly in the 7920 vehicle configuration.
Contact: Reservations
Phone: 321-449-4400
Location: SLC-17, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida

 

[PixyDusted]

Whoa! That'd be awesome if we saw the launch! You could DEFINITELY see it from the ship if the launch is a "go" because I live/work by Celebration and you can always see them from here!

 

[DisneyDaysLV]

The last couple of pages have been about what people are wearing, so I didn't join the discussion (I believe it would have violated some guy code). Now rocket launches is something different. Still hoping the shuttle launch will be moved from 3/11 to 3/15. That would be cool...

 

[wrightz05]

The last couple of pages have been about what people are wearing, so I didn't join the discussion (I believe it would have violated some guy code). Now rocket launches is something different. Still hoping the shuttle launch will be moved from 3/11 to 3/15. That would be cool...

You took the words right out of my mouth!!!! HAHAHAHA

 

[pop5]

You guys would probally scare us if you did join in on the fashion conversation.

 

[pop5]

We can discuss something manly like the beer mugs if you wish.

 

[The_Ryno]

We were on the Magic last spring break and the Wonder this past summer. If I remember correctly, the clubs were open that night. Now I know for a fact that the Stack had a welcome aboard party for the teens. Hope this helps. Remember, lets try and say what we will be wearing so we can see each other.

The Stack always has a 411 (learn the rules, weeks activities, meet people, ect) on the first night at 10:00 or 10:30, can't remember which. Not sure what goes on with the younger clubs, but I believe that the 411's for those clubs are at around 9pm or earlier, haven't paid attention since I'm 17 and have no reason to be in them.

I just cant wait to get back onto the ship!

 

[Gretel]

Hey Ryno! I have a 17 year old beautiful daughter!!!!!

 

[cozit]

The last couple of pages have been about what people are wearing, so I didn't join the discussion (I believe it would have violated some guy code). Now rocket launches is something different. Still hoping the shuttle launch will be moved from 3/11 to 3/15. That would be cool...

I'd be surprised if it happened - only because I don't remember seeing shuttle and another launch on the same day before (though who knows, since their schedule increased, they *might* be overlapping).

But a launch of any sort would be kinda cool... guess it's make sure we've eaten and are "upstairs" by 2pm

 

[limati]

I also think any kind of launch would be neat to see.

9 MORE DAYS!!!!!

We are due for yet another round of snow tomorrow and Saturday. A little ice thrown in for good measure. Better this week than next. I don't want any flight problems We have to leave the house at 4:00 a.m. to catch our flight.

Clothes talk vs. beer mug talk - that's a close call for me!

Take care

 

[BPCooper]

Here's the details:


Event: Delta 2 • GPS 2R-19 (M6)
Date: 3/15/2008

Time: 02:09:00 PM ET
Details: The United Launch Alliance Delta 2 rocket will launch the Space Tracking and Surveillance System technology demonstration mission for the Missile Defense Agency. NASA will oversee the launch. The rocket will fly in the 7920 vehicle configuration.
Contact: Reservations
Phone: 321-449-4400
Location: SLC-17, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida

I am afraid this information is incorrect. It is 2:09 in the morning (AM). And that description is of another launch; they copied off SpaceflightNow.com incorrectly. The March 15 launch is of the next Global Positioning System satellite, GPS 2R-19.

Kennedyspacecenter.com is not the site to check for launch dates; it is frequently wrong or out of date. Bookmark this one for keeping track of launches:

http://www.spaceflightnow.com/tracking/

If you are arriving the day before for your cruise though, I definitely recommend staying up and going over to the pier in Jetty Park for it.

Here is information on getting there if you need it:
http://www.launchphotography.com/Delta_2_Launch_Viewing.html

There is a quicktime video of a Delta 2 from the pier there to give you an idea (before it goes out of frame at least). Turn up your speakers.

 

[carolmp]

Thanks for the information. How early do we need to get there to see it? I looked at your website, and it looks like about 2 hours prior to the launch. Does that seem right, or will there be less of a crowd since it is in the middle of the night?

 

[tecdavidt]

Oh my, we got to see a satellite launch a couple of cruises back. It was amazing. I grew up watching the space program through the 60's so I was excited--I was shocked at how loud it was being so far away from the ship. The security was also huge.

Now I get to tell husband, there is another launch at 2:09 am.

I have no idea what I will wear on boarding day. I usually wear lime green something. The last DCL cruise I wore a lime green top and a tropical skirt with tan, pink and lime green printed flowers. I might do that again. I always wear a visor, usually a DCL visor.

Weather in Iowa is still nasty cold. No more snow but that can always change. Our driveway is the worst, pure ice and it is slanted a lot. You can't park a car on it right now because it will slide down the hill! Oh how I need some Florida sunshine and heat.

Kathy

 

[BPCooper]

Thanks for the information. How early do we need to get there to see it? I looked at your website, and it looks like about 2 hours prior to the launch. Does that seem right, or will there be less of a crowd since it is in the middle of the night?

There won't be any traffic. He's right, it's the die hards and tourists who do actually know about it (GPS launches don't get much press other than on the local news).

If you want a good spot at the end of the pier, two hours. You can get there an hour before and still be ok.

 

[carolmp]

How far is Jetty Park from Cocoa Beach? How will the viewing be if I watch from my hotel? I'm staying at the Best Western in Cocoa Beach. We are right on the beach. To be honest, we need to be up by 4:30 a.m. on Friday morning to catch a flight to Orlando. I'm not sure that we'll be awake enough to want to make the drive to Jetty Park. Will it still be good viewing from the hotel?