November 4, 2010 Wonder Cruise

[Tikihula]

Just a quick update. I spent a week at WDW from 5-11 May with my sister, who flew out from the west coast, and two local friends of mine. We had two deluxe studios at OKW, using my and my sister's DVC points. We had a great time, but it was hot (up to low 90s a couple of days).

Now that the trip is over, I can focus on our November visit. Trying to decide whether to transfer my cruise reservation to a travel agent to take advantage of any onboard incentives they might offer. We used Small World Travel last time.

 

[luv2cruise2]

HI all!
Well it's just 5 months until we sail away on the Wonder. I can hardly wait!
I sure hope we don't have weather in the 90's in November!
I had a great time in Alaska where it was in the 50's. It was so beautiful I'd like to go again.
We're having an early summer here in Ontario, how about you?
Take care & have a great weekend.
~Jo~

 

[Tikihula]

Hi Jo, and the rest of you travelers. If the weather is going to be in the 90s in November - I AIN'T GOIN'! I can't stand the heat. I'd LOVE to do the Alaska cruise. 50s and 60s sound good to me.

We're just loitering around, waiting for our window to open so we can reserve our shore excursions.

I wonder if there is a newer post on DISBoards or PassPorter for our cruise date. I think I'll check it out. If I find something, I'll post a link.

In the meantime, everybody stay cool and enjoy your summer.

Bev

 

[Tikihula]

Hi Jo, and the rest of you travelers. If the weather is going to be in the 90s in November - I AIN'T GOIN'! I can't stand the heat. I'd LOVE to do the Alaska cruise. 50s and 60s sound good to me.

We're just loitering around, waiting for our window to open so we can reserve our shore excursions.

I wonder if there is a newer post on DISBoards or PassPorter for our cruise date. I think I'll check it out. If I find something, I'll post a link.

In the meantime, everybody stay cool and enjoy your summer.

Bev

Nope - nothing new on DIS or PassPorter. I guess everyone is hibernating for the summer. Hopefully as the date for our cruise gets closer, everyone will come out of the woodwork and start making plans for shore excursions, etc.

 

[luv2cruise2]

Hi all!
Hope you're enjoying your July 4th holiday.
Only 4 months now 'til we sail away!
Take care.
~Jo~

 

[Jamesfam]

Hey Everyone !
I hope you don't mind me joining in on the group. I just booked the November 4th cruise and am so excited. It is our 2nd Disney cruise, our last being Sept. 2009. In my group are myself, DH, DS9, DS7, DD2, my mom, and my niece who is 14. We will also be heading to Disney for 5 nights following the cruise for some added fun !!

 

[luv2cruise2]

HI all!
Welcome Jamesfam, the more the merrier! Was your last Disney cruise on the Wonder? I'm staying 3 nights before the cruise at WDW then going on Freedom of the Seas after the cruise. I am so looking forward to trying a Disney cruise just to see the difference.
Take care & have a great week!
~Jo~

 

[Jamesfam]

Hi Jo
Wow! 2 cruises and Disney, sounds like it's going to be a great vacation!
Yes, our last cruise was a 4 day also on the Wonder. That was our first cruise ever and it was so much better then I had expected. They really go out of their way to make their guests happy. I'm not sure how they compare to other cruise lines, but I thought it was really great!

 

[luv2cruise2]

HI all!

Jamesfam ~ yes, it's a vacation I'm really looking forward to as I haven't been to any Disney place since 1987 & this time I'll be doing what I want. I've been reading some trip reports & am really getting excited to try a Disney cruise, I think it'll be better than others in some respects. I bet your Children are really looking forward to it!
Take care.
~Jo~

 

[Jamesfam]

Hi!
I have also been reading some trip reports and am trying to figure out whether to go on an excursion this time around. Last year we got of the ship for a little while in the Bahamas, but ended up returning to the ship and just enjoying all the activities there.
It's funny, I actually tried keeping the cruise part of our trip a secret from my kids. I really wanted it to be a surprise, they have been asking to go on another cruise since we stepped foot off the last one. Needless to say, I have been so excited about it I had to share my excitment with them. November can't get here soon enough for them !

 

[luv2cruise2]

HI all!

Jamesfam~ I'm like that too, wouldn't be able to keep that secret! I've never been to Nassau so do want to see Atlantis for sure. I'm also interested in the private island to compare to the ones I've seen. Where are you staying in WDW? I'm staying at POFQ & am really excited about it as we've only done day trips to Disney places before.

Have a great weekend folks.
~Jo~

 

[Tikihula]

Hi Jamesfam and Jo! Welcome, Jamesfam, to our little group of DCL cruisers. Thanks for joining us. I'm sure the group will grow as the time gets closer.

Don't know if you've read previous posts, but we're staying at Kidani Village with my son and his family and my sister and her family. The only ones coming on this cruise are me and DH, and my dear daughter-in-law and grandson age 10. This is their very first cruise of any type and it's a total surprise for them (so far). My son is going to have his DW's and DS's bags packed secretly and when we gather at Animal Kingdom Park to say goodbye, we're going to invite them to come along with us. Of course they'll say they can't come but we'll say "Yes, you can!" and explain that everything has been arranged. DIL has always wanted to try a cruise and they will be so excited!

After the cruise we'll return to WDW for another few days of the parks and to share our stories and pictures with the rest of the family.

In Nassau we plan to do the Discover Atlantis tour (again) to show them the beautiful Atlantis Resort and visit the awesome aquarium. It's worth a trip to marvel at the splendid resort and explore the beautifully landscaped grounds. We may also do the Nassau Harbor Cruise if there's time. In the past we've also done the Ardastra Gardens and it was fun.

On Castaway Cay we want to snorkel with the stingrays, rent bikes and explore the island, and go parasailing which is our favorite activity. We've done all these before, but it will be fun to introduce my DIL and grandson to new adventures.

Jo, we'll be looking forward to your comparison of the different cruise lines. I just hope you won't be TOO disappointed with Freedom of the Seas after experiencing the exceptional Disney quality and service.

Bev

 

[luv2cruise2]

Hi all!

Bev ~ welcome back, long time no hear from. You guys are amazing to keep such a big secret! I want to see Atlantis too & swimming with Stingrays sounds good to me after petting them at the Toronto Zoo last Sunday. Parasailing is too adventurous for me! I'll suffer on the Freedom!
Take care, bet you all can't wait for your amazing adventures!
~Jo~

 

[twinmom_kr]

We are going to WDW Oct. 28 through Nov. 4 then onto the ship Nov. 4. Cruisers are me (42), DH (46) and twin DD (9). The cruise is a surprise our girls. They know we are going to WDW, but nothing about the cruise. We are hoping to keep it a secret up until the time we get on the ship. They asked how long we are going to be at WDW and I told them a week which is true so I didn't lie.

They have been wanting to take a cruise ever since my DH surprised me with a cruise for our 10 year anniversary three years ago.

I am so excited I am jumping out of my skin. October cannot get here soon enough.

 

[luv2cruise2]

Hi all!
twinmom_ kr ~ welcome to the thread! Another secret keeper, lol!
Which resort are you staying at & have you been to WDW before?
I feel your excitement, after all the cruise is only 100 days away!!
Take care.
~Jo~

 

[2canadianfans]

Just booked this cruise.We have cruised Disney 5 times before ..but not for many years.Very excited !! Last 3 cruises have been on Carnivals new ships. Decided to book a quick 3 niter then hit the Parks.My husband Jean- marc is turning 50 and thought it would be kewl to celebrate on a Disney ship . We are booked in a inside cabin. Have always had a balcony..but for a quick cruise hoping this will be ok. Loved cruises on other Cruise lines..but Disney is near and dear to us..sharon

 

[Tikihula]

Welcome twinmom_kr and 2canadianfans!

Oh boy, another secret keeper - I hope you can get to the ship before the girls figure out what's up!

Hey - I'm celebrating my birthday during the cruise, too! Actually, it's on the 7th, our day of departure, but I plan to celebrate on the cruise and in the parks, since we'll be getting off the ship and heading to Epcot on the 7th.

Maybe we can all gather together for a quick meet-and-greet before the lifeboat drill, if anyone is interested. Would love to meet you all in person and at least say hi before things get too crazy. Would anyone be interested in meeting in the atrium lobby, say around 2:30 or 3pm, for a quick hello and maybe a picture or two? What do you think?

Bev

 

[Jamesfam]

Hey Everyone ~

Only about 3 more months till our cruise !! I'm glad to see the group is growing. My sister and her 2 boys have also decided to come along.

Jo~ I see you are staying at POFQ, we are actually staying at POR. It's our first time staying at that resort and have heard great things about both French Quarter and Riverside. I also just finished making my dining reservations so now we are really ready to go.

Have a great weekend everyone!
Renee

 

[luv2cruise2]

Hi all!
Nice to see this thread picking up!

2canadianfans ~ welcome to the thread. Where in Canada are you? Sounds like you have a lot of experience on DCL. That reminds me I ordered & received the cruise DVD but now I'm ticked as I can't find it anywhere.:

Bev ~ I'd like to have a meet 'n greet. I assume DCL doesn't sponsor one
like RCI or X does, correct?

Cindy ~ did you have your trip to Canada yet? If so how did it go? Did you have the lobster dinner in PEI?

When do you find out your dining rotation please? I'd like to try the pay restaurant & think Parrot Cay would be the meal to miss. Is this correct?

Do have a great weekend. Does anybody watch sailaway on Sundays?
~Jo~

 

[2canadianfans]

We have booked Palo for dinner...a real treat.Any questions about Disney ask away