May 14, 2011 - Eastbound TransAtlantic

[twokings]

A Facebook group page is set up! Come join us and put some faces with the names. Thanks for linking the spreadsheet with the facebook page Amanda!!

What's the name of the group?

 

[twokings]

What does your screen name stand for?

Mine is from a Jimmy Buffet song. ".......I want to go to st somewhere. Ii want to go where its warm."


Christi

Our last name is/was King. I recently took my maiden name back therefore we are technically no longer two kings. We are now 1Healy1King

 

[Can't wait to cruise]

Still looking for additional input on the t-shirt vs. lanyard option. If we go with the lanyard option, is there someone who has creative abilities with Word or some other electronic creator that would be willing to design the inserts?

As for the on-board 1st meet, we also will be using Disney for our travel and therefore probably won't be in as early as some. However something later in the afternoon, either just before or just after the drill would be fine.

Has anyone gotten any feedback from previous transatlantic cruisers regarding weather and associated attire? I'm kinda starting to think that packing for this cruise may be a nightmare? Anyone?

Starting to get a little excited about this!!

Has anyone gotten any feedback from previous transatlantic cruisers regarding weather and associated attire? I'm kinda starting to think that packing for this cruise may be a nightmare? Anyone?

We did the Eastbound TA in May 07. Went back thru our photos to see if it was shorts or long pants along the way. Shorts in FL and CC, each of the port calls was long pants and a light windbreaker depending on the port. We went to Canary Islands instead of Madeira. Remember it was a little cool and would expect Madeira to be about the same. Typical weather in May per the Madeira visitor websites indicates mid 60's.

Started out he day in Cadiz in a windbreaker and ended up with it tied around my waist later in the day. Gibralter was real nice in jeans and a short sleeve shirt. Same in Barcelona.

On the six days at sea, we had one day of rough seas and about 12 foot swells. Otherwise, we had some great days around the pool and don't recall ever needing a jacket on the ship. I do recommend getting a 99 cent plastic poncho (Walmart, Bass Pro Shops, etc) just in case it rains on a port call. Beats carrying around an umbrella and just toss when you get back to the ship.

Only 12 days to book Palo's. Yum Yum...

 

[heatherb819]

Dis Boards EBTA, I created it under my name Heather Zumwalt-Butkovich if that helps you find it.

 

[heatherb819]

FB page called EBTA Disgroup is set up. I wasn't sure how to set the FB part of this up so I tried 2 different ways, let me know which works better. If you can see each others pages etc. and which way and I'll delete one or the other.

 

[twokings]

Dis Boards EBTA, I created it under my name Heather Zumwalt-Butkovich if that helps you find it.

I don't see Dis Boards EBTA. Can you share the link?

 

[heatherb819]

I need the help of a teenager with FB, LOL

 

[heatherb819]

Disregard!!!!! Kerri has us up and rolling!

 

[twokings]

FB page called EBTA Disgroup is set up. I wasn't sure how to set the FB part of this up so I tried 2 different ways, let me know which works better. If you can see each others pages etc. and which way and I'll delete one or the other.

I think the page should be a group rather than a fan page. Try this

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_177251978979903


EBTA - Sailing the Magic - May 14 - 28

 

[heatherb819]

Thank you Kerri!!!!!!

 

[sharkbait]

Yes we do. Very excited!! My daughter Arianna is even more excited!

Mine is 19 and she is excited. She can't wait!

As for all whose kids cannot go because of school, its tough! There was only one time we went to Disney without her and it was so hard! We said we wouldn't do it again! It will be our third cruise with Disney, and all on the Magic. We haven't been onboard since she was 10.

Also, having much fun finding goodies for the FE's, especially the little princesses.

 

[twokings]

Mine is 19 and she is excited. She can't wait!

... :

Mine will be 19 in a couple of weeks.

 

[stsomewhere]

Has anyone gotten any feedback from previous transatlantic cruisers regarding weather and associated attire? I'm kinda starting to think that packing for this cruise may be a nightmare? Anyone?

We did the Eastbound TA in May 07. Went back thru our photos to see if it was shorts or long pants along the way. Shorts in FL and CC, each of the port calls was long pants and a light windbreaker depending on the port. We went to Canary Islands instead of Madeira. Remember it was a little cool and would expect Madeira to be about the same. Typical weather in May per the Madeira visitor websites indicates mid 60's.

Started out he day in Cadiz in a windbreaker and ended up with it tied around my waist later in the day. Gibralter was real nice in jeans and a short sleeve shirt. Same in Barcelona.

On the six days at sea, we had one day of rough seas and about 12 foot swells. Otherwise, we had some great days around the pool and don't recall ever needing a jacket on the ship. I do recommend getting a 99 cent plastic poncho (Walmart, Bass Pro Shops, etc) just in case it rains on a port call. Beats carrying around an umbrella and just toss when you get back to the ship.

Only 12 days to book Palo's. Yum Yum...

Thanks for looking at your pictures from your tip, I was debating brining a jacket. But, now I will.

 

[sbassgva]

What does your screen name stand for?

Mine is from a Jimmy Buffet song. ".......I want to go to st somewhere. Ii want to go where its warm."


Christi

1st initial, last name and an abbreviation for the place that I work. Not sure when I first created this screenname, but suffice to say it was a LONG time ago and I use it most everywhere.

p.s. we need some more posts so that we can get off of page 13...just for those who might be superstitious !

 

[heatherb819]

Looks like I'll be jeans shopping in the near future! Let's hope Hannah doesn't grow 2 inches between now and then otherwise she'll be wearing capris. I've noticed most of the stores here already have spring clothes out. I've already seen swimwuits out and we are getting 3-6 inches of snow tomorrow

 

[stsomewhere]

I need to go jean shopping, too. How many pairs do you think one person would need? I really don't want to do laundry on my vacation. I would be hard because most of my pants and tops I hang to dry.

I saw swim suits out, too. I do need a new one of those.


Christi

 

[stsomewhere]

Forgot to mention...

Did you hear that Jennifer HUdson is the Godmother of the Dream?
She use to work on the Wonder.

Christi

 

[runswithscissors]

Thanks, Kerri, for setting up the Facebook page.

Made all of our reservations for Palo, Spa Villa, and excursions on Friday. This is certainly beginning to feel real...

Spent the weekend in Vero Beach. Mid-60s to low 70s all weekend and back to snow and ice last night. Ugh! Less than 4 months and we'll be in CC enjoying the sun.

 

[njmom23grls]

Hi everyone! I'm a little late to the party but I will be joining you all for this trip! I'm very excited about it! I was going to go on the WB in September but needed to make a change for family stuff.

I'm from the Philadelphia area - will be traveling solo this trip scared1 looking forward to meeting everyone

Lisa

 

[stsomewhere]

Hi everyone! I'm a little late to the party but I will be joining you all for this trip! I'm very excited about it! I was going to go on the WB in September but needed to make a change for family stuff.

I'm from the Philadelphia area - will be traveling solo this trip scared1 looking forward to meeting everyone

Lisa

Lisa - Hi! and welcome! I am traveling solo on this trip,too. I am nervous and excited about it at the same time. Would you like to arrange to sit together at dinner? I have second seating.

Christi