May 23, 2009 (5/23/09) E. Caribbean w/Tortola

[StillVibration]

My DW and I have found a catamaran on Tortola that sails with very small groups and gets wonderful ratings. Problem is they will not sail with less than 4 passengers. But the max is 14. They go to the baths and lots of other places. Cost is 110 pp. If anyone is interested and would like to join us please let me know and maybe we can arrange something. I've already been speaking with the captain. If you need reviews try tripadvisor or check out their web page. kuralu.com I've not asked but I would expect to have to pay cash but I can find out. BTW, no worries on time, he promises to get everyone back on time!

 

[JOANNEL]

HELP!!!

My son (15) is going to Europe this summer and he needs an International Calling card....one that goes from other countries TO the U.S. I've looked everywhere and all I can find are ones to use in the U.S. to call other countries. Any ideas???

My ds went to Australia last summer, Scott go his in hostels once he got there. Have you tried Sam's?

 

[JOANNEL]

Hey - Joanne - I think you're the same Joanne from the DVC member cruise - Tom & Ellen, here!! We booked this cruise while on the member cruise last Sept (also going on NEXT member cruise, Sept 2009) - only for this cruise (May 23-20) we are bringing our two boys. I noticed a lot of recent cruisers for this cruise coming from FL - I presume y'all are taking advantage of favorable FL Residents' rates?

Hi Tom & Ellen from Buffalo.. yes it's me. Roger is not coming this trip. just the girls. Can't wait to see you again. Nice that you can bring your boys. ROger & I booked one on Oct on the member cruise, but when these rates came out and I was looking at what to do with my sister when she's here I couldn't pass this up. We will be the three old ladies that are Mickey crazy....

 

[ChiaraA]

Hello All!
I've introduced myself once but it was several weeks ago and I haven't been able to get back. My grandfather that I was helping care for, passed away two weeks ago. Life is starting to return to normal (whatever that is these days) and I'm able to start to look forward to our trip that we've had planned since last May.
I'm traveling with my hubby & 2 boys, my Mom and my in-laws and would like to surprise everyone with decorating their doors. Does anyone know the dimensions of the stateroom doors and where the room number falls on the door? I have a really cool idea but it's kinda big and I don't want to have to be cutting and improvising once we get there.
I'm sure this info is on this board somewhere but I couldn't find it. Thanks for your help!
Chiara
cruising 5/23/09 Disney Magic 7-day Eastern Carribbean

 

[justmestace]

My DW and I have found a catamaran on Tortola that sails with very small groups and gets wonderful ratings. Problem is they will not sail with less than 4 passengers. But the max is 14. They go to the baths and lots of other places. Cost is 110 pp. If anyone is interested and would like to join us please let me know and maybe we can arrange something. I've already been speaking with the captain. If you need reviews try tripadvisor or check out their web page. kuralu.com I've not asked but I would expect to have to pay cash but I can find out. BTW, no worries on time, he promises to get everyone back on time!

I checked it out and it looks like some of the others we've done here and there.....really nice!! I sent an e-mail to Sharon to see if she'd be interested. Our original plan was just to taxi to Brewer's Bay...but I would LOVE to do this. It's just Sharon, me and her daughter who will be almost 17. Leaving the rest of the family at home.

 

[justmestace]

My ds went to Australia last summer, Scott go his in hostels once he got there. Have you tried Sam's?

I tried Costco but not Sam's. I find an online place to get one. Still would rather get one here if I could.
But the idea of him getting one over there is a good one. Thanks.

 

[StillVibration]

I checked it out and it looks like some of the others we've done here and there.....really nice!! I sent an e-mail to Sharon to see if she'd be interested. Our original plan was just to taxi to Brewer's Bay...but I would LOVE to do this. It's just Sharon, me and her daughter who will be almost 17. Leaving the rest of the family at home.

Excellent! We are also very excited about this possibility. DW and I will be watching the threads so let us know what you decide. Once we have a number we can contact that captain.

 

[itdjbw]

My wife and I are considering the May 23 Eastern for our 4th Disney cruise. Anyone been to St. Thomas/Tortola that can give some basic island info? Just curious if this are similar to the environment in Nassau. Thougts on excursions. How does Eastern compare to Western. All our previous have been western and were wonderful!

I much prefer the eastern route which is always my first choice. We love the extra sea day and much prefer the ports.
We haven't been to Tortola before but St Thomas has some nice beaches, shopping and other things to do.

 

[itdjbw]

We booked onto this cruise yesterday

Thanks to Tracy at DU!!

I'm hoping it's not too late to join up to the FE list etc. If its still ok, please sign us up for meet n greet and FE.


Me: Jane (31 at time of sailing) - Dis name: tripodjw
DH: Heath (41)

Nottingham, England

1st Disney Cruise (i've cruised non-DCL but DH is a cruise-newbie)

Celebrating 5th wedding anniversary a week late (actual date is 16 May but i'm flying to US on business and missing the actual day so DH is flying out to meet me and we're coming on this cruise to celebrate)

Room: GTY - will update as soon as we have it

No excursions booked yet

Late dinner seating

VERY EXCITED NOW!!!!

Welcome to the group.

 

[itdjbw]

HELP!!!

My son (15) is going to Europe this summer and he needs an International Calling card....one that goes from other countries TO the U.S. I've looked everywhere and all I can find are ones to use in the U.S. to call other countries. Any ideas???

When we have been out we have had internet access and used vonage to call the US.
I would suggest looking on Clark Howard's website and see if he has any suggestions.

 

[itdjbw]

Hello...My name is Renee and my hubby is Ron and we just booked this cruise....this is our 4th cruise but 1st Eastern any good suggestions for the ports.....

Welcome

 

[itdjbw]

WoooHooo!! Booked today!!!

Another welcome from me
I see this board was busy on the weekend - not sure why I didn't get any email notifications and didn't look

 

[sklimuck]

StillVibration & Stacey- Kaylah & I would love to do the catamaran excursion. I emailed Stacey back last night, but it was pretty late. You can count us in. Sounds great!!

 

[justmestace]

StillVibration & Stacey- Kaylah & I would love to do the catamaran excursion. I emailed Stacey back last night, but it was pretty late. You can count us in. Sounds great!!

DITTO!! I didn't get back online last night. Our middle daughter was moving out, so emotions were high for me. Talked on the phone to our oldest daughter until after midnight. I sure do wish I'd had all boys, maybe I wouldn't have worried so much.

Anyway...will send a PM.....if I can get it to work. I tried answering PM's this morning, and it was so slow, I gave up. I'm not sure they did the right thing by "upgrading" the Boards!

 

[JOANNEL]

DITTO!! I didn't get back online last night. Our middle daughter was moving out, so emotions were high for me. Talked on the phone to our oldest daughter until after midnight. I sure do wish I'd had all boys, maybe I wouldn't have worried so much.

Anyway...will send a PM.....if I can get it to work. I tried answering PM's this morning, and it was so slow, I gave up. I'm not sure they did the right thing by "upgrading" the Boards!

I have two boys 23 & 20. It's not any easier

 

[StillVibration]

DITTO!! I didn't get back online last night. Our middle daughter was moving out, so emotions were high for me. Talked on the phone to our oldest daughter until after midnight. I sure do wish I'd had all boys, maybe I wouldn't have worried so much.

Anyway...will send a PM.....if I can get it to work. I tried answering PM's this morning, and it was so slow, I gave up. I'm not sure they did the right thing by "upgrading" the Boards!

Ok so apparently I can't send a private message until I get to ten posts, which I will today, so I'll contact the captain and let him know we have enough and then give you a call. Thanks for your interest. I'll let you know how we should pay and the details when I get them. I did find another option as well if this one doesnt work out for some reason!

Tom

 

[sklimuck]

Kaylah has already talked about when she is a bit older, she wants to move out. But since it is just to the guesthouse here,(because free rent) it shouldn't be so traumatic. But I suppose I will have to install soundproofing or maybe get my glass ready to listen through the walls. lol

StillVibration- we should get you to 10 today without a problem.

 

[justmestace]

Ok so apparently I can't send a private message until I get to ten posts, which I will today, so I'll contact the captain and let him know we have enough and then give you a call. Thanks for your interest. I'll let you know how we should pay and the details when I get them. I did find another option as well if this one doesnt work out for some reason!

Tom

WHOOOOO HOOOOO!!! I'm so excited now. I have never been disappointed when we've done this type of excursion. They're usually First Class all the way.

 

[justmestace]

I have two boys 23 & 20. It's not any easier

That's what I'm afraid of. Our only son is almost 16. And he's thinking of joining the Marines like his Dad. I have a feeling that watching my last baby, my only boy, go...especially into the service....will really be my undoing!

 

[StillVibration]

WHOOOOO HOOOOO!!! I'm so excited now. I have never been disappointed when we've done this type of excursion. They're usually First Class all the way.

I agree, these things are usually exceptional. I received word from the captain and have the info on sailing and payment/cancellation. Since I'm not up to 10 posts yet (almost there!) pm me with your email addresses and I'll forward the info to you. Looks like we're set!! He included a partial schedule which looks great!