May 18-21-06 Anyone traveling with toddlers?

[Tahoe]

Yes! Less than a month! Time to start thinking about specifics and start the packing process (and pack for the kids to go to Grandma and Grandpa's!).

Annie, my daughter is all better, though I think she still has her moments--I don't think her throat is completely healed. BUT she's finally sleeping through the night!!

I'm the one who's been SICK. I got out of a commitment at my son's school this morning and I came home and napped for over two hours. Helped me get through the day. If I didn't have such a bad sore throat, I'd be okay. Maybe it's sympathy pain, so I know what my DD went through! I just want to curl up on the couch and watch TV.

Many congratulations on your move! I can't imagine having to go through that only three weeks after a vacation. But it sounds happy, so that will probably help the stress levels!

 

[Tahoe]

I know a few of you were considering Atlantis/Comfort Suites for the day. On the main cruise forum, there's a thread about getting Atlantis for $199 through travelzoo.com. I don't know any specifics, but I thought I'd pass it along here. (Never mind! I just looked at the site, and it's not for the Friday we'll be in Nassau..... Sorry!)

 

[mamaof2]

Ye Karin,
I got my hopes up with the $199 Atlantis----JUST KIDDING---Thanks for looking out for all of us. I really looked into Atlantis-couldn't come up with anything less than $500 for the 4 of us. Oh well--It's another trip....
I am not sure if you shop at Targets-but they have bathing on clearance. I could never have 2 many bathing suits for the girls. I buy them everywhere I see them on sale. I don't know what these girls do with them- but they really wear out by the end of the year. I am also talking about well made bath suits. Off topic-I too am going through a cold/sinus infection..Not very pleasant....I was thinking about taking a bottel of wine or two for dh-but got to thinking how about opening it. I am not sure if the airlines will let me pack a cork screw in the checked luggage. What do you think? Will they let me?

 

[Tahoe]

I was thinking about taking a bottel of wine or two for dh-but got to thinking how about opening it. I am not sure if the airlines will let me pack a cork screw in the checked luggage. What do you think? Will they let me?

Just let your room steward know that you need a corkscrew and a few wine glasses! No need to pack one!

I saw the bathing suits at Target, too. I had to resist the temptation to buy one or two! DD has enough for the moment.

I can already feel a sinus infection coming on with this, so I'm doing all I can to try to avoid it (saline spray and flonase), since I'm so prone. I hope you can keep yours away! My throat is so sore that I can't even talk. It's probably a good thing because it means that I have to actually get face to face with the kids to talk to them. No yelling from the kitchen for DS to do homework!

 

[mamaof2]

That is so funny and so familiar too. I feel like i am always yelling.
I am getting through this darn sinus infection. I am taking cepacol lozenges for my throat and advil cold and sinus. I only take antibiotics in dire emergency. When I feel like I am going to die..
I am down at my moms house. I am trying to get rest. It doesn't seem to work my way. My mother keeps waking me up to ask questions. LOL.
She really helps out with the girls though. I appreciate any help at this point.
Next year my dd 4 yr old will go to school full-time. I think that it will become easier. I will not be as stressed with them. Thanks for the info with the cork screw. Have a good day!

 

[GJM]

Well I just booked the cruise - nothing like doing things the last minute - it will just be myself and DS (6).

Now I have to figure out how to get from the airport to the port. We are flying in the day before and staying at the Radison. I was going to rent a car and drive, but don't want the hassle. So now I am thinking about a car service.

This will be my DS first cruise - I hope he likes it!

So much to do in such a short time -

 

[Tahoe]

Well I just booked the cruise - nothing like doing things the last minute - it will just be myself and DS (6).

Now I have to figure out how to get from the airport to the port. We are flying in the day before and staying at the Radison. I was going to rent a car and drive, but don't want the hassle. So now I am thinking about a car service.

This will be my DS first cruise - I hope he likes it!

So much to do in such a short time -

GREAT news! Your DS is going to love it. I think there's quite a bit to do besides meeting princesses!!

You may just want to consider the Disney transportation transfers from the airport to the port. For two of you it might be the cheapest, besides a rental car. My husband and I are doing that this time. Last time we had a town car waiting for us when we got off the ship. It was quite wonderful, but it was $90 plus tip, one way. But it was still cheaper for 4 of us than the Disney bus.

 

[GJM]

Do you know how much the Disney transfers are. This is my biggest thing, making a descision on how to get to the port.

 

[N2DVD]

Our package includes the transfer to and from the port. We're flying in to Orlando on Wednesday night and staying at the Best Western. We'll be taking a shuttle back to the airport around 9:30 to catch the Disney transport.

The the DW and me are going. Our DS is grown and in college in TX.

 

[Tahoe]

Do you know how much the Disney transfers are. This is my biggest thing, making a descision on how to get to the port.

We're paying $118 round-trip for the Disney transfers for the two of us. It's $59 per person. We'll have some cash on hand for a tip, as well.

 

[Tahoe]

Our package includes the transfer to and from the port. We're flying in to Orlando on Wednesday night and staying at the Best Western. We'll be taking a shuttle back to the airport around 9:30 to catch the Disney transport.

The the DW and me are going. Our DS is grown and in college in TX.

We'll be on the same bus! We're staying at the Hyatt and plan on being on that first bus. I hope I can adjust to the time change quickly, otherwise I might have to skip breakfast!

 

[Tahoe]

Do you know how much the Disney transfers are. This is my biggest thing, making a descision on how to get to the port.

GJM, are you staying at the Radisson at the Port or near the airport?? The Disney transportation only runs on the mornings of the cruises--Sunday, Thursday and Saturday. If you're staying at the Radisson at the Port, then they have their own shuttle that morning.

 

[GJM]

I was going to stay at the port. This is my biggest problem right now. I can rent a car for about $30 and drive to the port and drop the car off. I just got a price for a town car. From the airport to the port and then from the port to WDW is $210. I was thinking of staying at the Hyatt at the airport because I'm not flying in until about 4:30.

I'm so confused I just don't know what to do - I was wondering how much a cab is from the airport to the port if it is cheaper.

I just want to be on the ship!

 

[Tahoe]

GJM, I don't envy you with your choices! Probably the most relaxing choice would be to stay at the Hyatt and then take Disney transport in the morning. I'm guessing that you could choose to be dropped off after the cruise at WDW--it might cost a little extra to do that.

You can also do what N2DVD is doing and stay at a hotel around the airport with a shuttle and take the Disney transport.

Renting a car at the airport and driving to the Radisson would make it more of a late night, but you would have a more relaxing morning. And your DS would probably love the pool! You could either reserve Disney transport one-way or hire a town car one-way for the trip to WDW.

About two weeks before we leave, Hotwire should have lower rates on the Hyatt. I already have reservations, but I will be checking Hotwire everyday. I'll let you know if I can get a lower rate.

I'll keep trying to think of possibilities for you! (I really don't think a cab would save you any money. It's probably much more expensive.)

 

[GJM]

Thanks so much - I will take any and all suggestions.

The towncar I know will be the easiest and less of a hassle.

It is so cold and rainy here today, I just can't wait to be on vacation!

 

[Tahoe]

It is so cold and rainy here today, I just can't wait to be on vacation!

GJM, what did you decide to do? I think that you said your answer right here! You are on vacation. Do the easiest thing! Take the town car both ways! For about $100 more, you are free to have your own schedule and stay where you want! It's only 3 weeks away!

 

[mamaof2]

Karin,
Did you read the Da Vinci code. They are releasing the movie while we are on vacation. I think 5/19??? It was pretty good.
Am I aloud to bring a hair dryer on board? I know that I saw that no irons or travel irons were alound. Does that go for anything electrical? I don't really see a problem with the hair dryer but better safe than sorry.
Man, I can't imagine what I am going to do if you say that hair dryers aren't allowed...I will end up looking like medooza....

 

[GJM]

I think I am leaning towards the towncar - much less of a hassle even though it will cost more.

You can bring a hair dryer. But I do think they have them in the bathrooms, not sure how good it works!

I am so unprepared for this vacation - I was thinking in Nassau to rent a room at Comfort Suites, but I think we will just stay on the boat.

What is everyone else doing?

Joyce

 

[fredms]

There's a hair dryer in the bathroom but it doesn't work that great. I tend to bring my own and use it at the desk in the "living room" area (along with my straightener and curling iron - high maintenance I know).

Staying on the boat on Nassau day will nto disappoint. On the three day the time goes so fast, I can't imagine leaving the boat for Nassau. My personal opinion.

 

[Tahoe]

Karin,
Did you read the Da Vinci code. They are releasing the movie while we are on vacation. I think 5/19??? It was pretty good.
Am I aloud to bring a hair dryer on board? I know that I saw that no irons or travel irons were alound. Does that go for anything electrical? I don't really see a problem with the hair dryer but better safe than sorry.
Man, I can't imagine what I am going to do if you say that hair dryers aren't allowed...I will end up looking like medooza....

No! I haven't read the DaVinci Code yet. BUT that book I was so into a month ago or so, was like it--"Angels and Demons." My mom told me to read DaVinci Code, but I couldn't find her copy, so I might have to go out and buy it. I thought it could be my airplane/cruise reading, besides a bunch of magazines!

Yes, like the others said, there are hair dryers, but they aren't powerful. We were fortunate to have a suite last time, and they did provide a regular hair dryer. I would bring your own. I have to remember mine too. Maybe I'll go buy a small one so I don't have to lug my bigger one. I know that electrical plugs are not plentiful and not in the bathroom (except for the razor ones), and you might need an extension cord. They just don't want irons for the fire factor, I believe.