May Med Magic - May 15 2010 - Meet thread - Part 2

[amackay]

Hi All,

Two Questions:

I am soooo looking forward to this cruise but dreading the long flight over. I hear rumors that crossing the Atlantic is quite turbulent. True or untrue?

We've crossed the Atlantic numerous times and we have never found turbulence to be a problem. The worst turbulence i've experienced was always on domestic flights within the UK.

 

[k8e]

Hi All,

Two Questions:

I am soooo looking forward to this cruise but dreading the long flight over. I hear rumors that crossing the Atlantic is quite turbulent. True or untrue?

Secondly, I have a very nagging feeling that I am forgetting to pack something. So what useful thing did you remember to pack that others (like me) have probably forgotten? I have the extension cord, noisemaker, camera & phone chargers, hangers, nightlight...........

To name a few:

A compact/travel umbrella.
I'm bringing a poster tube in case I want to buy any stuff from street artists in Europe (I wanted to buy stuff last time I was in Italy, but was afraid of it getting ruined during my travels).
A travel size bottle of Febreze (freshen up clothes or your stateroom )

 

[taras]

I've finally got enough posts here I can now put up a link to our travel blog. We've been kind of slow in adding updates, so we're about 4 1/2 months behind right now, but if you're interested in Thailand, it might be worth a look. We're considering liveblogging the cruise.

http://vagabondsforbeauty.com

If any veteran bloggers have tips, feel free to PM me.

 

[tripodjw]

Hi All,

Two Questions:

I am soooo looking forward to this cruise but dreading the long flight over. I hear rumors that crossing the Atlantic is quite turbulent. True or untrue?

Secondly, I have a very nagging feeling that I am forgetting to pack something. So what useful thing did you remember to pack that others (like me) have probably forgotten? I have the extension cord, noisemaker, camera & phone chargers, hangers, nightlight...........

clothes pins/pegs for hanging up wet bathing costumes or handwashed items over the bath.

They can come in handy to hold back the privacy curtain too if it flaps around

 

[tripodjw]

Entrants so far for the Page number sweep:

peterpanstout – 36
rashdecision – 30
Jeff Spencer – 89
Prinny27 – 27
DopeyFan1966 – 86
jedijill – 46
Christyvoltron – 103
moneyhappy – 40
AlohaJoe23 – 34
ebony – 55
kehonuamemano – 99
rguinness – 66
Sayhello – 54
MPS516 – 56
amackay – 53
HelenMartinez – 47
emmalouisenicholson - 39
jojo6617 - 43
sarahgirl - 45
pixiedust519 - 61
dawne577 - 75
Greg M - 57
Pinmeister - 77
disneycruisegal - 78
ICollectBelle - 92
abird - 67
Welsh Girl - 49
taras - 71
abdmom - 42

 

[HelenMartinez]

Thank you to all for the great tips on London! We can't wait to make our first stop. 4 sleeps till London

 

[HelenMartinez]

Hi All,


Secondly, I have a very nagging feeling that I am forgetting to pack something. So what useful thing did you remember to pack that others (like me) have probably forgotten? I have the extension cord, noisemaker, camera & phone chargers, hangers, nightlight...........

A tip we read else where was to pack Shout Color Catchers. That way if your doing smaller loads with mixed colors you don't have to worry about the colors bleeding and ending up with pink clothes.

 

[jojo6617]

6 more sleeps

Disney check in done

Dh Ds packing done

Paperwork and currency done

just need to do mine now.

this is how i'm feeling

 

[ebony]

Jan (Ebony) - We're on the same BA flight from Heathrow to Barcelona! I read an article today that said the earliest strike date is now May 17. That'd affect our flight home but DH's response was "Could you really mind if we HAVE to spend a few extra days in Barcelona?"

That is the earliest they can strike. I know of someone who is cabin crew (a non striker) and she has said that. Also last time no flights from London Gatwick were cancelled. She also said that BA have been training up more staff to cover striking cabin crew, so there should not be as many cancellations as the last time.

Hi I love the h2o products and I'm normally quite fussy about my conditioner

I found these products fine on our last cruise, so am not packing shampoo or conditioner. Hope they give out more than 1 tube of each per cabin. They do not provide shower gel only soap

Finally seasickness has anyone ever tried the patches that you put behind your ear if so do they work?

Hi there i went to my doc today and asked about the patches ( i WILL be the lady being constantly sick and green throughtout the cruise lol) He said they work well for a single trip but not for prolonged times!!!!! so he gave me PROMETHAZINE TEOCLATE tablets to take 3 times a day!!!!!!!!! Also said the jabs on board would be a good idea!! Any one know how much they are???
Unfortunatley he couldnt give me anything for my children (d/d 4 has just started to become quite travel sick) not sure how d/s 2 will be lets hope they havent inhertited my week system! Hubby should be ok !

We took bonine tablets on our last cruise and we were both fine. So that is what we are taking again. Whatever you take, they do suggest you do a trial run first, to make sure that there are no side effects. Wouldnt want to be poorly on the cruise.

Hi All,
Two Questions:

I am soooo looking forward to this cruise but dreading the long flight over. I hear rumors that crossing the Atlantic is quite turbulent. True or untrue?


We have crossed the atlantic numerous times and have never really noticed much turbulence. Just the odd 10 mins where they ask you to remain in your seats.

Have a good weekend everyone. I am looking after my 3 year old Grandson
today . But I will be starting my packing tomorrow
because in 6 days time
We are flying to Barcelona.

 

[tripodjw]

I'm just taking a break from packing, boy is it tedious, even if it is for an exciting reason

 

[peterpanstout]

I've finally got enough posts here I can now put up a link to our travel blog. We've been kind of slow in adding updates, so we're about 4 1/2 months behind right now, but if you're interested in Thailand, it might be worth a look. We're considering liveblogging the cruise.

http://vagabondsforbeauty.com

If any veteran bloggers have tips, feel free to PM me.

Wow! So jealous. I was planning a trip to Thailand last year but then cancelled for other adventures. Curious, is that Baltimore as in Maryland or the UK? Because I grew up in Baltimore, MD and it is going to be a huge disapointment after all the other travels you have done.

 

[trampslady]

Hey everyone! We just got back last night from Germany. Our flight was quite delayed because we had to take the southern route over Spain and Portugal (and then back up over Nova Scotia) because of the ash clouds.

I haven't unpacked yet, but I'm still on Europe time, so I'm up trying to get organized for Wednesday's flight back over there. The weather in Germany was dreary all but the first day I arrived, but it was a wonderful trip. I even packed an emergency cruise bag in case we got stuck over there because of the delightful volcano. We really contemplated staying when it started blowing again.

Now, it's time to sort laundry, drycleaning, figure out what needs to stay in the bag, toiletries that need to be replenished, etc.

We would love to meet everyone at the fountains on Friday night. Looks like 8:30 or so?

I feel very lost right now as I haven't had much time to plan for Barcelona. I know we will do the HOHO bus and plan a trip to Montserrat, but not sure which days what. We will have a couple of days on the return as well.

Anyway, just wanted to say hi to everyone as we begin the countdown!

 

[peterpanstout]

trampslady, glad to here you had a safe trip. Weather is always dreary here in Germany. Except for one week in May were it is sunny, warm and glorious. Then back to rainy gloominess.

 

[tripodjw]

For info - 15 airports in Spain have been closed today due to the volcano

Doesn't include Barcelona but isn't too far away.

Looks like they're due to reopen later today but worth keeping an eye on.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/8669610.stm

 

[rashdecision]

Well, it's rain in east tn so it looks like we r going to........ PACK! I have my iPad out and packing list ready. We leave on Wednesday from Atlanta and arrive in Barcelona Thursday morning. Anyone else on the flight? We have a 5 hr layover in Atl so downloading things for kids on iPad. One important thing for everyone staying a few days in Barcelona needs to pack is outlet converter. Cruise ship is okay if your on the left side of the pond but hotels aren't. For those out there actually listening to your local dermatologists, remember to pack sunblock that is an SPF of 30( any higher isn't necessarily better) and look for the ingredients zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide and you will be good to go. True BLOCKS will contain one or both ingredients and are infinitely better than screens. Hint.... They will not come in sprays and they are thicker to rub in.
Question to the travel pros.... Can my wife wear sandals in the cathedrals and Vatican?
Holy GI ulcer batman! We leave in 5 days!

 

[dawne577]

What - no sandals! Say it ain't so...great question though considering that's mostly what I have packed and it would damper plans considerably.

Crummy, wet and windy here which reminded me to pack a couple more sweaters and another pair of jeans. And I was so proud that I hadn't even come near the weight limit. It's the last minute things that always get you!

Checked the weather for Barcelona on the 15th and now they're predicting showers all day - mid 60's.

 

[jubes]

Well, it's rain in east tn so it looks like we r going to........ PACK! I have my iPad out and packing list ready. We leave on Wednesday from Atlanta and arrive in Barcelona Thursday morning. Anyone else on the flight? We have a 5 hr layover in Atl so downloading things for kids on iPad. One important thing for everyone staying a few days in Barcelona needs to pack is outlet converter. Cruise ship is okay if your on the left side of the pond but hotels aren't. For those out there actually listening to your local dermatologists, remember to pack sunblock that is an SPF of 30( any higher isn't necessarily better) and look for the ingredients zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide and you will be good to go. True BLOCKS will contain one or both ingredients and are infinitely better than screens. Hint.... They will not come in sprays and they are thicker to rub in.
Question to the travel pros.... Can my wife wear sandals in the cathedrals and Vatican?
Holy GI ulcer batman! We leave in 5 days!

We have our sunscreen packed!! Hoping that we will need it, it's sunny here in Nova Scotia today but rain is on the way. We started packing yesterday and hope to finish up today. I'm having too many dreams where I only have 2 hours to pack and I can't get it all done. We are leaving on Wednesday night and spending 1 night in Paris before flying in to Barcelona on Friday. We are super excited!!! I just wish that ash cloud would settle back down! I don't want to have to worry about it. We are flying with Air France.

 

[Jeff Spencer]

I would like to say I think you may be seeing you on the Segway tour in Barcelona (may 26 at 3pm)

Yep, that's when our reservation with Edgar is. Cool.

 

[Jeff Spencer]

We will be on this flight. We are getting into JFK around 11:00 coming from Orlando FL. It will be a very LONG layover, but the flights were alot cheaper that way. I will have lots of time to reread my Rick Steves books

We have about 4 hours at JFK. Perhaps I need to put some games on my new iPhone.

Hi All,

Two Questions:

I am soooo looking forward to this cruise but dreading the long flight over. I hear rumors that crossing the Atlantic is quite turbulent. True or untrue?

Secondly, I have a very nagging feeling that I am forgetting to pack something. So what useful thing did you remember to pack that others (like me) have probably forgotten? I have the extension cord, noisemaker, camera & phone chargers, hangers, nightlight...........

Untrue. No worse going over the Atlantic than flying anywhere else. Perhaps some people become hyper-sensitive to it because they're over open water.

On packing, don't forget the link for the DIS packing list HERE. (website under "Links")

We would love to meet everyone at the fountains on Friday night. Looks like 8:30 or so?

Correct. We will have our lanyards on and I think I'll know many folks from their Roll Call photos. We'll be on the Espanya side of the fountain.

Question to the travel pros.... Can my wife wear sandals in the cathedrals and Vatican?

Sandals are fine. Just be aware of the other rules about covered shoulders and knees.

 

[pooh & tinker]

Thanks pooh. Our daughters Kate and Mary (26 & 21) will be going. It will be nice to have someone near their age also. One note, I wrote someone who went on the 4/24 cruise that went to the pottery excursion and they said you are only there for one hour or so and then they take you to a shopping area where they were extremly pressured and everyone left after 15 mins.
Anne

My DH won't like that at all... so I don't think we will be there to long.