May 18, 2013 MAGIC EBTA - Who is with us?

[MandyGirl]

Agreed!

I don't know that we need to take a vote or anything . If you're up for doing it, I think it should get done. How many folks need placeholders? If you can't get ahold of the ones that need them, you can "save" that spot and put a link into it to whatever post they end up using. Does that make sense? I would just really love to have a "working" first post.

Yes, makes sense.

Our first post previously had a list of all activities with a link directly to it's page on the website, but those were removed a while back. I think that was helpful as it brought even more awareness to what activities we had in place.

The website also has the "recently updated" feature in the bottom right as well that is super helpful. But we still get the questions between here and facebook like "oh, we have ___ event?". Yes. Here's the link. "Who's organizing that?" Um, it's on that link I just shared.

If we can get more utilizing the website, that would be fabulous! But I think it was June when it was created as we were doing descriptions back then.

 

[WVURunner]

Even the other day someone didn't know the Pub Crawl was an event, but we've had it on the website the entire time.

HAHA, BUSTED! That was me on facebook! I work outside and travel alot so I use a 7" tablet when doing both and it is hard to see the side and I fat-finger it alot!

 

[MandyGirl]

Also, don't flame me but isn't that the purpose of the website?

I also meant to reply to this... please, please, please let me know if I ever say anything that comes across as flaming. From having been flamed and PM'd before (that had me turn off DIS PMs because just so hurtful), or just completely ignored, I know it is an awful feeling. It is never, ever my intention to say anything in a negative or hurtful way towards anybody. I've been on CruiseCritic over 12 years with other cruiselines and never seen flaming like I have on DIS. Heck, even stating a fact that you can back up with a website can get you flamed here. So definitely no flaming coming from me

 

[MandyGirl]

HAHA, BUSTED! That was me on facebook! I work outside and travel alot so I use a 7" tablet when doing both and it is hard to see the side and I fat-finger it alot!

LOL! And I was not even thinking of you!! It happens a lot.

 

[binkytell]

Even the other day someone didn't know the Pub Crawl was an event, but we've had it on the website the entire time.

HAHA, BUSTED! That was me on facebook! I work outside and travel alot so I use a 7" tablet when doing both and it is hard to

see the side and I fat-finger it alot!

 

[MandyGirl]

Here's the other thing that works well with how the website is set up:

Chris has hyperlinked a specific post to the webpage, so an organizer can have "their post" buried on any page of the thread, and update as needed. When that is updated, it is also updated on the website without him having to do anything.

Example: https://sites.google.com/site/onama...o/mandygirl-s-tourism-info-for-galveston-area


The organizer who made that post can actually click on that DIS post and edit as necessary. Once updated, it shows on the website real time.

The only negative... once we hit 250 pages and this thread is shut down, updates will not be able to be made so the organizer just has to recopy the info onto a new post of new thread, then send Chris the link so he can update the hyperlink within the website.

 

[Kirbo]

Here's the other thing that works well with how the website is set up:

Chris has hyperlinked a specific post to the webpage, so an organizer can have "their post" buried on any page of the thread, and update as needed. When that is updated, it is also updated on the website without him having to do anything.

Example: https://sites.google.com/site/onama...o/mandygirl-s-tourism-info-for-galveston-area


The organizer who made that post can actually click on that DIS post and edit as necessary. Once updated, it shows on the website real time.

The only negative... once we hit 250 pages and this thread is shut down, updates will not be able to be made so the organizer just has to recopy the info onto a new post of new thread, then send Chris the link so he can update the hyperlink within the website.

That is so cool!

 

[MandyGirl]

Here's another good example of how we can tie in posts from DIS to website for organizers to make updates:

https://sites.google.com/site/onamagicaltransatlanticjourney/home/organized-events/group-palo-brunch

So KaseyC can update new Palo group brunches by going back to her original post... but then it is up to people to go to the website to see updates.

 

[MandyGirl]

That is so cool!

I did an edit just to show that something can be edited. See the bottom of it and you see I did that about 20 minutes ago

Even just having a list on page one of the events like we used to have with would be helpful for some I think.

Something like this - a straightforward list of events might bring more awareness:

Onboard Events
All aboard meet and greet
Book Exchange
Candy Swap
Champagne Girls
FE Exchange
Mickey Mouse Club Night
Palo Group Brunch
Pin Trading
PJ Breakfast
Postcard exchange
Private Tasting
Pub Crawl
Room Tour
Running Club
Scavenger Hunt
Scrap booking
Secret Mickey
Toddler Meet and Greet
Until We Meet Again Lunch
Villain's Night

Speaking of... I was glancing through them -- is the Secret Mickey Reveal going to be intertwined into the Until We Meet Again Lunch? That might be an update we can do for the Lunch if so.

Plus there are other links. Has anyone asked recently "what is a good way to go from IAH to Galveston" or "What are some pictures we can use to make things?" Both are already links on the webpage (not onboard events listed above, but are listed with info) Very comprehensive, but for some reason not being utilized to it's maximum

 

[heatherb819]

I like the idea of the events being listed on page 1 as well. I'm looking at Disboards from my phone the majority of the time and rarely check the website (no offense).

 

[MandyGirl]

I like the idea of the events being listed on page 1 as well. I'm looking at Disboards from my phone the majority of the time and rarely check the website (no offense).

When starting the new Part Two, if we keep everything on page one for each organizer, then Chris can embed the new hyperlink of new thread post to correct page on website (like those two examples I posted). Then those who prefer the website are happy, and those who prefer page one are happy. Hopefully a Win Win situation.

 

[WVURunner]

Hi All,

If you are interested in the Running Club, could you please PM me the following information:

Name:
Walker or Runner:
Average pace:
Goal (half, full or ultra):
If you plan on doing the CC5k:
email address:

I plan on emailing the logs to everyone ahead of time so I don't have to bring them for everyone, I will bring extras just in case. I will also plan on bringing a certifcate for your goal and hopefully you will meet it!

I will also post this info on the website.

Thanks!

 

[twopeasonepod]

Hi All,

If you are interested in the Running Club, could you please PM me the following information:

Name:
Walker or Runner:
Average pace:
Goal (half, full or ultra):
If you plan on doing the CC5k:
email address:

I plan on emailing the logs to everyone ahead of time so I don't have to bring them for everyone, I will bring extras just in case. I will also plan on bringing a certifcate for your goal and hopefully you will meet it!

I will also post this info on the website.

Thanks!

I'm a running commitment-phobe (I'm a swimmer/water polo player -- do not do well on land!), but I might decide to join y'all! Still a little gun-shy...

 

[Cabinfever2013]

That would be fun!! It takes a minimum of 12 people, wonder if we could get enough to play!?
I just saw you are from OK, what part? We are currently living on Fort Sill!!

We are in Norman. Just South of OKC. My hubby grew up here, and they have a family business here.
I've stayed all over Oklahoma! My Dad used to be stationed in Ft. Sill. Have you been to Anadarko yet?

 

[binkytell]

I like the idea of the events being listed on page 1 as well. I'm looking at Disboards from my phone the majority of the time and rarely check the website (no offense).

That must be the reason I don't look either lol , mostly on the move on my phone too when checking in

 

[binkytell]

When starting the new Part Two, if we keep everything on page one for each organizer, then Chris can embed the new hyperlink of new thread post to correct page on website (like those two examples I posted). Then those who prefer the website are happy, and those who prefer page one are happy. Hopefully a Win Win situation.

Sorted

 

[Cabinfever2013]

Can't say there are really any rules....some do a gift for the cabin, some do individual gifts, and there is no $$ limit or lack thereof.....

I know our number one rule is always to have fun and enjoy the spirit of giving. Sadly, we won't be participating in this FE as we'll be doing three more weeks of traveling after the cruise, and I know the kids will miss it.....Lol

Ok, thanks!
I am trying to get ideas. It sounds a lot like reverse trick-or-treating.
I was thinking of theming gifts around a special night, like pirates. Did your family ever have a fave gift?

 

[Kirbo]

When starting the new Part Two, if we keep everything on page one for each organizer, then Chris can embed the new hyperlink of new thread post to correct page on website (like those two examples I posted). Then those who prefer the website are happy, and those who prefer page one are happy. Hopefully a Win Win situation.

Very much win-win!

Hi All,

If you are interested in the Running Club, could you please PM me the following information:

Name:
Walker or Runner:
Average pace:
Goal (half, full or ultra):
If you plan on doing the CC5k:
email address:

I plan on emailing the logs to everyone ahead of time so I don't have to bring them for everyone, I will bring extras just in case. I will also plan on bringing a certifcate for your goal and hopefully you will meet it!

I will also post this info on the website.

Thanks!

Will do

 

[Cabinfever2013]

I had collected some FE information on the website at https://sites.google.com/site/onamagicaltransatlanticjourney/home/organized-events/fe-exchange/fish-extender-information.

You might be able to find some ideas there. If anyone has any more links I can add, please add them here and I'll gather them up.

Thanks.
I am following 95% of this from my iPhone and it does not list everything as I am finding out.

 

[WVURunner]

Ok, thanks!
I am trying to get ideas. It sounds a lot like reverse trick-or-treating.
I was thinking of theming gifts around a special night, like pirates. Did your family ever have a fave gift?

From our most recent FE cruise, our favorite gifts were:
Lucie (age 6): Disney Pins to trade
Luke (age 9): A water gernade ball and a small football, his friends and him played catch with it in the pool for hours everyday! Also liked pins to trade
Me: a custom cruise shotglass with a mini
Hubby: A recipe book with all the cruise and WDW recipes
Corinne: not sure?