October 13th, 2007~"Cruise-A-Palooza"

[bevtoy]

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1067424
This is a thread by my DD, she is 16 and trying to find other teens going on the cruise, so far no luck. If anyone would pass it on that would be great.

 

[bevtoy]

One more link... this is a search engine for Cruisers to find other cruisers, but I don't think too many folks register there. Its off the DIS board, I am the only cruiser registered there for this trip but I left a URL there for fiolks to CCP and follow in their web browser. You can of course use your DIS name and password to register if you want. You can also find others staying at WDW.

 

[d'Isigny]

Hello all...

We just completed our reservation for this sailing - and are SOOOO excited

Guess I should start with introductions;
Kevin & Nancy (mid-40's) with 3 DD's; Karin (13), Kelsey (10) & Kristen (7). This will be our 5th Disney Cruise and second sailing the Eastern Carribean.

Jen...we had the pleasure in sailing together...looking forward in seeing you again.

We booked with another family of 3 children with simular ages - and both of their grandmoms. We are unsure, but hopeful that another family will join us. It's very possible our group will have 21 people - time will tell.

545 day before our sailing - please...please help me get through this long awaited return to the Disney Magic.

Well...that's it for now...I've put off work - long enough.

Nice meeting you all....take good care....Happy Easter.

 

[dobelover]

Welcome d'IsignyGlad you joined us.




Sue

 

[bevtoy]

Pleased to meet you! I have DD 17 and DD 10 at time of sailing....... my husband and I are both 47.

 

[jenmack]

Hi kevin! Glad to "see" you. So, no med cruise for you? I thought about it...for a second.

I hope everyone had a great Easter weekend. We had a nice, fun and very busy weekend. I turned 35 on Friday & my DH asked me if I was now going to have a mid-life crisis. I told him "no honey, that's just you men." He turns the big "5-0" in August. Like he should talk.

Anyway, I haven't done much for the cruise, but I guess I have a little time.
Oh, and my DD has strep again! We finished all the med's too so this time she got the SHOT.

~Take care everyone!

 

[d'Isigny]

Hi kevin! Glad to "see" you. So, no med cruise for you? I thought about it...for a second.

Well...I though about going...but the price of flights and cruise ment I would not be able to take my bride and DD's. I think I made the right decision - yea...my key still turns the lock on the front door....I did good.

I turned 35 on Friday

I won't sing - you all are spared that I make my side money on the other end of the microphone...but , HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU....com'on everybody...join in song.

Happy Birthday to you - Happy birthday to you...Happy birthday dear Jen...Happy birthday to you!!!

Today, I returned to my main job after four days off. Well, most co-workers think I took four days off...I really did quite a bit of work. I do power point and sound for a large church in downtown Phoenix. I had four services to work along with family events - so, I really did not have 'much time off'. Walking to my desk...I was surrounded by co-workers sharing all the 'events I missed' - as well as - what my priorities should be (before I reach my desk and have a sip of coffee). Well...I get to my desk...pretty dejected. It's then and there I find my smile...a photo of my 'bride and DD's' at Coki beach...plus the miniture Wonder/Magic ship that sits on my CRT. Pretty soon...co-workers see the 'glazed look' in my eyes and 'child-like' look on my face and start to ask - "what's up"? I inform them that we booked another Disney cruise. At this point, we should hear some cheers of excitement for 'the smith family'....but - instead...I hear this round of 'groans' from all who heard 'EVERYTHING' about our past cruises...appears they are not ready for me to start taking about another. I work with some silly people...they just don't get it - maybe some day they will.

Hope you all had a great Easter...take good care...Kevin

 

[jenmack]

Kevin, I hear you on the "glazed look" thing except since my job is at home I just "torture" DH, family, & friends. Oh 7 thanks for the Happy Birthday.

In regards to church, I'm in the choir and we sang for all services so I was at church on Sunday from 7:30am-12:30pm, but that's ok. It's worth it!

Well, since you & your family have already done the Eastern Carib. If I have any questions I can ask you. Last time it was just my DH & myslef, but this time with our 3 munchkins along it will be a completely different experience.

What did you guy's do in St Marten?

 

[d'Isigny]

What did you guy's do in St Marten?

Saint Maarten/St Martin....we nicknamed it....MARTY's ISLAND!!!

We hooked up with another family (paul/mollie and the girls) and booked a van for the day. If I remember it was about $200 plus tip – well worth EVERY penny.
Our driver took us to the butterfly farm...
to the absolutely gorgeous Orient Beach...
then, we were dropped off at Marigot (shopping at the mall and some outside vendors)...
then went back to the ship for lunch and to change into swim suits...
After lunch...the driver took us to Great Bay for some beach time...
On our way back to the ship...we did some shopping.

Our driver was GREAT!!!! Always had the van running with A/C on and ready to go. When we were shopping, he would drop us off and go further down the road to park. When he saw us coming...he would take our packages and put them in the van before driving further down.

Weather pending, I think we will do this again. Will pass on the butterfly farm (been there—done that...plus it’s a little pricey) and Marigot (people were ‘just plain snotty’ and no real bargains). Prob only request a half day at Orient Beach...then drop us off at the shopping area. It’s not that far to walk back to the ship – we’ll prob need the exercise anyway...Chocolate Soufflé at Palo – jumbo shrimp – tropical adult beverages with paper umbrellas – eggs benedict at Tritons – Oh....I could go – on_n_on!!!


k

 

[jenmack]

Thanks Kevin. WOW, you guy's definetly had a full day! We did Disney's excursion to Orient Beach last time & were dropped off on the way back to the ship in Phillipsburg. We went & bought some Guavaberry rum. Mmmmmm! We walked back from Phillipsburg, it's not far from the ship at all. I think this time around we will go on our own, maybe.

I think from reading different opinions I think we will go to Orient again. I was just a little hesitant because of the kids. But it's culture & they will be having too great of a time to care what's around them. I take it that Marigot is on the French side? I kind of want to go, We'll see...

I saw your post on the thread about SPR's. Sorry, I have your two rooms. (5522 & 5524)

 

[bevtoy]

Well...I though about going...but the price of flights and cruise ment I would not be able to take my bride and DD's. I think I made the right decision - yea...my key still turns the lock on the front door....I did good.


I won't sing - you all are spared that I make my side money on the other end of the microphone...but , HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU....com'on everybody...join in song.

Happy Birthday to you - Happy birthday to you...Happy birthday dear Jen...Happy birthday to you!!!

Today, I returned to my main job after four days off. Well, most co-workers think I took four days off...I really did quite a bit of work. I do power point and sound for a large church in downtown Phoenix. I had four services to work along with family events - so, I really did not have 'much time off'. Walking to my desk...I was surrounded by co-workers sharing all the 'events I missed' - as well as - what my priorities should be (before I reach my desk and have a sip of coffee). Well...I get to my desk...pretty dejected. It's then and there I find my smile...a photo of my 'bride and DD's' at Coki beach...plus the miniture Wonder/Magic ship that sits on my CRT. Pretty soon...co-workers see the 'glazed look' in my eyes and 'child-like' look on my face and start to ask - "what's up"? I inform them that we booked another Disney cruise. At this point, we should hear some cheers of excitement for 'the smith family'....but - instead...I hear this round of 'groans' from all who heard 'EVERYTHING' about our past cruises...appears they are not ready for me to start taking about another. I work with some silly people...they just don't get it - maybe some day they will.

Hope you all had a great Easter...take good care...Kevin

Happy Belated Birthday Jen ....sorry I didnt catch that earlier.

 

[jenmack]

Thanks Bev. As my DH likes to say..."Everyday is your birthday, Jen." So in that respect your not belated.

 

[magmom]

Hi All!

Happy Belated Birthday Jen! I forgot to answer you about my son's age. He will be almost 7 1/2 when we sail.

Hope everyone had a Happy Easter!

Beth

 

[jenmack]

Thanks Beth. My little guy will be 6, but 7 on Dec 10th so about 2 months short of 7 years at the time of sail. I'm hoping he will like the kids club a little better than last time. He was only 3 1/2 then...A big difference.

 

[3boyslovediz]

We are booked and excited for our second cruise! My husband and I will be bringing my Mom and our two sons. They will be 6 and just turned 8 at the time of sailing. Glad to see they will have some playmates!!

 

[bevtoy]

We are booked and excited for our second cruise! My husband and I will be bringing my Mom and our two sons. They will be 6 and just turned 8 at the time of sailing. Glad to see they will have some playmates!!

Welcome and nice to meet you! My mom lived with us till last year when she had to go to long term care, wish we could bring her too. I am very excited about this, its not our first cruise but it is our first DCL cruise.

 

[jenmack]

Welcome 3boyslovediz! It is nice to see that our little guy's will have some Dis friends. Now I hope my big-little guy DS 13 will have someone.
But then again, he can always hang out with mom & dad.

Like Bev said...I am excited too. I so wish it was this October & not the following. I'm not really good at waiting.

Well, Everyone, have a super weekend!

 

[jenmack]

OH NO! We were on the 3rd page!

Hope everyone is doing well...

 

[bevtoy]

We are well, we went to the Post Office and applied for passports yesterday, other than the fees it was relatively painless. Last time we cruised the Bahamas passports were not necessary, it seems to me that we shouldn't have to buy passports with fees when some borders of America go unchecked.
I hope it somehow makes cruising safer, the employees told me that folks in arrears for child support, folks with DUI/DWI tickets among a few other violations will be turned down....... going to Canada any violent charge will get you denied entry including domestic violence....... so they said.

 

[jenmack]

Bev, we still need to get passports. Are plans are to get them this summer.

I just got thru reading the thread "My Heart is Breaking." So sad. It makes you really appreciate life and count your blessings.