March 8, 2008 Western

[misslissa]

Hi all!

I hope you all had a wonderful trip and come back with great stories to tell!

Many people have been worried about the engine and port times for the western cruise.

When you get back, could you possibly come on over to our thread and let us know about your experiences?

Here is the link: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1744032

Thank you so much in advance!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[whamma]

Hi! Just wondering if any of you can confirm the rumor that the dining rotations have changed--and for me most importantly, that formal night has been moved to Sunday. Not sure if anyone is checking this now that you're back--but would appreciate any insight. We leave 3/22!

 

[disneyfaninaz]

Yes, the dining rotations have changed. Our rotation was APPLAPL at 5:45 PM. It looks like you repeat your restaurant on your second and third nights, third night being formal night on the Western.

No engine problems that we were told about or experienced.

The weather was wonderful. Very windy for the sail away party and the pirate night party, but all and all very lovely weather. Castaway Cay day was perfect. Sunny skies and a slight breeze allowed for a beautiful day on the island.

Unfortunately it had to end and I hope my fellow DISer's had a great time.

 

[pats_magic]

Welcome home! We watched for others in lime green, saw a few scattered but didn't see a group. sorry we missed finding everyone!
Great trip, eh? DD6 cried herself to sleep on the last night, sad that she wouldn't see the characters any more. We only saw DS10 at mealtimes! The cousins had a blast. DH lost his 25 year old Mickey Mouse watch on Castaway Cay beach. Ironic, it was finally home. I convinced Doubting Thomas to call Guest Services that night to see if it had magically appeared, and yep, it was there, all right! Pixie dust.
With the exception of the bizarre clock two-step, and the mass of jellyfish stings covering my arms and legs, we had a very smooth trip.

 

[DMoss3377]

Wow...I can't believe we're back. Talk about getting back to reality. I'm pleased to say this was the best cruise I've ever had. I'm sure it had a little something to do with the company I had on board...

We all rebooked for 2009...not sure if we'll keep it or if DCL will announce some cool new itineraries...we'd love to try the Mediterranean or the Mexican Riviera. One way or another we'll be sailing in 2009.

Sorry we didn't meet up with any of you, hope you all had a blast.

Till next time...

 

[Ottawacruiser]

There's a bit of a trip report on the March 8th Eastern happening at http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1757493

It covers dining rotations as well.

Regards,
... Mike

 

[misslissa]

Welcome home! We watched for others in lime green, saw a few scattered but didn't see a group. sorry we missed finding everyone!
Great trip, eh? DD6 cried herself to sleep on the last night, sad that she wouldn't see the characters any more. We only saw DS10 at mealtimes! The cousins had a blast. DH lost his 25 year old Mickey Mouse watch on Castaway Cay beach. Ironic, it was finally home. I convinced Doubting Thomas to call Guest Services that night to see if it had magically appeared, and yep, it was there, all right! Pixie dust.
With the exception of the bizarre clock two-step, and the mass of jellyfish stings covering my arms and legs, we had a very smooth trip.

Ahhhhh!!!!!! Where where you when you got the stings? I am going in May and am scared of jelly stings.......

 

[charpie127]

anybody else ready to go back to Castaway Cay? Serenity Bay? ME ME ME ME !!!!!!

Mom's suitcase ended up with someone else's name on it
(Sharon something) and went to Phoenix. We didn't get it back for 6 days!!!! Mom was very worried and upset, but we are thankful that American airlines finally found it for us.

Did anyone see those silly old ladies that wore matching t-shirts?
and swim suits?

Good thing they found Mom's suitcase...her t-shirts and swim suit and cover up was in there

Gotta love us!!!!

 

[disneyfaninaz]

Hey Charpie~

I saw you several times, especially on Pirate night. Glad to hear you had a great time. Sorry to hear your mother's luggage followed us home!

Could the weather have been any better for Castaway Cay?

anybody else ready to go back to Castaway Cay? Serenity Bay? ME ME ME ME !!!!!!

Mom's suitcase ended up with someone else's name on it
(Sharon something) and went to Phoenix. We didn't get it back for 6 days!!!! Mom was very worried and upset, but we are thankful that American airlines finally found it for us.

Did anyone see those silly old ladies that wore matching t-shirts?
and swim suits?

Good thing they found Mom's suitcase...her t-shirts and swim suit and cover up was in there

Gotta love us!!!!

 

[charpie127]

No the weather was perfect at Castaway Cay....the water was a bit on the cool side when we went in for the stringray feeding at 10:00 am, but quickly got use to it. Serenity Bay lived up to it's name. Just sitting in our tubes and floating was so peaceful. Mom does not swim and is terrified of water even enjoyed it and jumped out and got wet all the way up to her neck in 2 feet of water. The picnic was great...i was just going to have a bbq rib but this guy behind me talked me into a steak. It was cooked on the rare side which is the way my sister and I like it so we shared it. I forgot to get the drink konch kooler which i had heard is very good so i guess we will have to go back. Mom wants to do one of the cruises where you get to go to Castaway for 2 days....I think there is one in September....ha ha

 

[disneyfaninaz]

No the weather was perfect at Castaway Cay....the water was a bit on the cool side when we went in for the stringray feeding at 10:00 am, but quickly got use to it. Serenity Bay lived up to it's name. Just sitting in our tubes and floating was so peaceful. Mom does not swim and is terrified of water even enjoyed it and jumped out and got wet all the way up to her neck in 2 feet of water. The picnic was great...i was just going to have a bbq rib but this guy behind me talked me into a steak. It was cooked on the rare side which is the way my sister and I like it so we shared it. I forgot to get the drink konch kooler which i had heard is very good so i guess we will have to go back. Mom wants to do one of the cruises where you get to go to Castaway for 2 days....I think there is one in September....ha ha

I know what you mean. My DH only wants to cruise again if the only stops are at Castaway Cay!

I didn't try the Konk Kooler either, but I did have 2 Bahama Mamas. Yum Yum!!

Where are you retiredkid and Out To Sea Lee? Want to hear about your adventures. Hope Loren had a great birthday.

 

[retiredkid]

HI Wendy! I've been posting....click on the link in my signature.

Oh, yeah... Howdy Neighbour!!

 

[Out to Sea Lee]

Hey! All my cruise buddies!!! I've been lurking when I get a few minutes. When we got home reality hit hard!! I haven't had time to even work on my trip report. I wrote eight plus pages of notes on every thing that we did, and we have 700+ pictures, even some of our food. I just haven't had time to stop and take a break. I've stuck my head in on the trip report threads and Wendy and Lisa you guys are doing a great job!! The cruise was just wonderful!! I cannot wait to go on another one.

 

[retiredkid]

Lee! I was wondering where you were. Get busy and write that TR. I know its tough, but its fun to relive. I've just done the first two days of our trip, and we're not even on the ship yet!

 

[Ottawacruiser]

Hey! Can I join in?

 

[mkmommy]

Hey! All my cruise buddies!!! I've been lurking when I get a few minutes. When we got home reality hit hard!! I haven't had time to even work on my trip report. I wrote eight plus pages of notes on every thing that we did, and we have 700+ pictures, even some of our food. I just haven't had time to stop and take a break. I've stuck my head in on the trip report threads and Wendy and Lisa you guys are doing a great job!! The cruise was just wonderful!! I cannot wait to go on another one.

It is no fun coming back to the real world. I will look for a TR

Hey! Can I join in?

Sure join in.

Thanks for mentioning about Pinball Clemmons. You know how you seem to get into the same routine as someone else and always see them, it was that way with what I am sure was Pinball Clemmons and his family. We always seemed to be in the same elevator or in Parrot Cay at the same time, and DD5 was always fasinated with his youngest DD shoes. I knew he looked familar and when you mentioned the name it just clicked.

Hope you had a great trip and would love to hear more about it, like Wendy said it is amazing how we all did different things, but unfortunately the more you find out about the more you just need to go on another cruise.

Lisa

 

[retiredkid]

You're right, Lisa. We kept running into Lee and her husband the first couple of days, we were on the same wavelength for a while I guess. And you're right again in finding out all the stuff you didn't do but NEED to do the next time!!