October 27, 2007 - Cruising around the Moon - A Magical All Hallows Eve Part 3

[Babs417]

Boy did you guys talk alot tonight

 

[101DalmFan]

can the men wear jeans in the dinning rooms..........
I know that it is not suggested in LUMIERS.as this must be the higher class of the dinning rooms.........

But we have the BLUE matching MICKEY outfits......girls have dresses guys have shirts..........they just dont look that great with anythign but jeans.we can go with blue pants but the jeans look soooooo much better!!!!!!

OPINIONS PLEASE..........ARE we going to be frowned up on for wearing jeans????????? If so we will go purchase blue pants.

You can't wear jeans to Palo, and on formal and semi-formal night I honestly don't think it would be appropriate.

But more important, is that the only time they'll wear the jeans? I can only speak for me , but I try very hard to make just about every piece of clothing do double-duty. And remember, if your picture is taken at the table, you're only seen from the waist up

Just trying to save you some suitcase space

 

[DreamCruiser100]

Lynn, and You thought you were an organizational packing freak...check this out:

The Ultimate Packing List

ITEM COMMENTS
$1 or $ 2 bills (room service grat)
Address Labels-Luggage Tags
Pre-addressed labels with your name and address for disembarkation tags
Address Labels-Postcards
Air Freshner/Room Scent/Pillow scent
Aloe
Antacid
Anti-bacterial Wipes or Gel
Aspirin or other medicine
Backpack
Band-aids
Batteries (camera batteries also)
Beach toys
Benadryl
Beverages/mixers/wine
Binoculars
Bonine
Books
Bubblewrap
Bungee cord/rope
Business Cards
Button Hole Extenders
Cameras Digital, waterproof, and/or disposables.
Candy
Carry-on with wheels
CD player/CDs/iPod
Clothspins & clothesline
Coffeemaker
Cooler (soft-sided)
Corkscrew
Cutting knife
Deodorant
Dishwash Detergent or Cloths
Dramamine
Dry erase board
Dryer Sheets
Duct tape (flat pack)
Duffle bag (spare)
Earplugs
Extension Cord or Power Strip
Eyewash and/or eyecup
Fan - hand-held
Fanny pack
Feminine needs
Film/Memory Card (spare)
Flashlight
Folder or Large Envelope
Glow necklaces
GPS
Hairbrush/Comb
Hairdryer
Hamper - collapsable
Highlighters
ID holder/dry box
Insect Repellent packets
Keep cool or "migraine ice" strips
Laptop & cords
Laundry Detergent
Laxative, correctal/gentle
List of these tips
Lotion
Luggage Bag
Magnetic door sign or photo holder
Makeup
Moisturizer/Lotion
Night Light
Notebook/Journal, Pens
Notebook/Memo Pad
Over-the-door Shoe Holder
Papaya Enzyme Tablet or Beano
Pen - laundry pen
Pens
Permanent Marker (Sharpie)
Phone Cards (staff grats)
Pillowcases & colored Sharpies
Post-it Pad
Powder
Prescriptions/medicines
Quarters - a roll or two
Reading Glasses
Safety Pins
Scrapbook/Autograph Book
Sense of humor
Sewing Kit
Shampoo
Shaving Kit
Sippy Cups
Snorkeling Gear
Sports bottle/water bottle/mug
Stain Stick or Packet
Straws
Suction cups/hooks
Sunglasses
Sunscreen/Sunscreen spray
Swiss Army knife
Thank You Cards
Tissues
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Tote Bag/Beach Bag/Day Bag
Trash bags
Travel clock/alarm clock
Travel Iron, Steamer, or Wrinkle Spray
Two-way Radios
Umbrella
Watch - recommend waterproof
Windex wipes
Woolite
Zip straps
Ziploc Bags

 

[DreamCruiser100]

ITEM
Athletic clothing/workout wear
Bathing suit
Dress/Pantsuit
Hat: Baseball or other
Pants - jeans
Pants - khakis
Shirts - dress shirts
Shirts - golf shirts
Shirts - t-shirts or long-sleeve
Shoes: beach footwear/sandals
Shoes: formal
Shoes: non-skid or athletic
Shoes: slippers
Shoes: water shoes
Shorts
Socks
Suit
Sweaters
Sweatshirts
Ties
Tuxedo or formal wear
Underwear

 

[DreamCruiser100]

CARRY-ON ITEMS
Airline e-ticket
Cash or Travelers Cheques
Cell Phone
Credit Cards
Cruise Documents
Dramamine
Eyeglasses
Important telephone number/email addresses
Jewelry/Valuables
List of credit cards & telephone numbers
Medicines/prescriptions
Passport, Birth Certificate, License
Spare set of casual clothing
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Swimsuit
Toothbrush/paste

 

[DreamCruiser100]

ADDITIONAL TIPS
Activities: Don't try to do everything - you'll wear yourself out.
Activities: Participate in at least one activity a day.
Activities: Play or attend the last jackpot bingo.
Activities: Return cruisers cocktail party - arrive early to get a comfortable seat
Activities: The pool is generally least crowded while the ship is at port, especially upon arrival.
Clothing: Be sure to bring layered clothing (especially for Alaska)
Clothing: Either wear swimwear under boarding clothes or bring in your carry on.
Clothing: Get extra use out of polo you wear to dinner, wear it the next day if it's still clean
Clothing: Make a spreadsheet of your daily clothing plans so you don't overpack and also know what was in your luggage in case it's lost
Clothing: Pack clothes you don't want to iron on hangers and in dry cleaning bags.
Clothing: Pack kids clothing by day in ziplock bags.
Clothing: Pack underwear and socks in ziplocs to avoid TSA from getting their hands all over your delicates
Clothing: Pack what you think you will need, then reduce your clothing by 25-50%. This is stressed by most experienced cruisers.
Clothing: Save packing some t-shirts and beach towels by buying them at the ports.
Clothing: Send out all clothes to be pressed on the first day/night so all are ready for the week
Clothing: Take your old socks, underwear, etc. and have them make a one-way trip with you. Saves room for souvenirs.
Clothing: The space bags really save space when packing
Clothing: Treat clothing with wash-in sunscreen (such as Sun Guard from Rit)
Clothing: Use black slacks; they will go with most tops or shirts and you will only need one pair of black shoes.
Departure: Have the post office hold your mail
Departure: Stop your newspaper deliveries
Disembarkation: Be sure to leave a set of clothes out for disembarking.
Disembarkation: Bring pre-addressed labels with your stateroom number to stick on your assigned luggage tags.
Disembarkation: Have a postcard with your address/email on it at the last night for each couple/family at your table and have the others fill in info for each card.
Disembarkation: If you need a porter, stand by the doors where they come back in so you can get one without having to chase them down.
Disembarkation: If you're not in a hurry, don't rush off the ship - enjoy your last few moments aboard
Disembarkation: Make sure your party's luggage all has the same distinctive ribbons etc.; your luggage will probably not be located together
Disembarkation: The instructions will replay on your stateroom TV constantly; skip the live talk but do pay attention at some point.
Entertainment: Get your seats early so you're not disappointed with location.
Excursions: Cozumel - if needing urgent dental treatment, taxi to the Medical Centre; it's where crew members go also
Excursions: Grand Cayman - Blue Iguana Souvenir Outlet
Excursions: Grand Cayman - Rackham's for food, beer, and shopping
Excursions: If you are comfortable with it, book your excursions on your own; you'll save money
Excursions: Key West - you can see a lot on your own by getting the daily pass for the Bone Island Shuttle ($7/person).
Excursions: Locate the free coupon books at the pier for discounts you can use in the ports (especially Alaska)
Excursions: Sign up online as soon as you can
Excursions: Wear a t-shirt while snorkeling to reduce sunburn
Meals: Ask your server for dessert to go if you're too full to eat there
Meals: Beware of Bon Voyage drinks and Hot Chocolate Liquer drinks…can be very expensive (as much as $9)
Meals: Bring back fruit and cereal boxes to snack on throughout the day.
Meals: Don't be afraid to ask for more than one item per course; mix and match from other entrees as you like
Meals: Drink cards may be a good value; soda cards probably are not.
Meals: Even if you can't eat the dessert/late-night buffet, make a plate and put it in your refrigerator for the next day
Meals: If you buy a rum cake, don't break the seal or eat all of it on board.
Meals: Leave fresh fruit for your room steward; they don't get much fresh food and appreciate it.
Meals: Make sure your waiter puts your room number on unfinished bottles of wine so you get the remainder at your next meal.
Meals: Make your own free iced mocha: mix one pack hot choc w/ coffee, pour over two cups filled 2/3 with ice and milk.
Meals: Order room service as a wakeup in case you're in an inside stateroom where it can get very dark so you don't oversleep
Meals: Order room service coffee the night before. It may still be hot in the carafe in the morning.
Meals: Order sandwiches the day before and take them ashore in your cooler. Some ports may not allow this.
Meals: Tea, coffee, lemonade, and milk are generally free (Disney - soda on Deck 9 is free)
Misc.: Aft elevators tend to be the lightest used. Avoid mid-ship.
Misc.: Arrive to the port city or transfer location at least the day or night before the cruise departs
Misc.: Buy when you see something you like or you may regret it later.
Misc.: Get extra copies of the daily newsletters for scrapbooking or collections.
Misc.: If you know you're going to use a lot of the internet, buy an unlimited package rather than pay by minute.
Misc.: Pack nailclipper or pocket knife on the outside of your suitcase to clip zip strips
Misc.: Relax and enjoy your vacation.
Misc.: Save everything and make a scrapbook upon return.
Misc.: Smokers-buy cigarettes in St. Maarten at about $12/carton
Misc.: Treat sunburns and jellyfish bites with vinegar (order from room service)
Misc.: Use a label-maker to tag everything that may leave the room that needs to come back.
Misc.: Use the same distinctive ribbons on your family's luggage so it's easy to spot upon disembarkation.
Photo: Ask the photographers to take photographs rather than waiting for them to ask you.
Photo: Beware of photography packages and costs. Have a friend take a picture using the professional background.
Photo: Give each child his/her own disposable camera to use as they please and create their own memories.
Photo: Photo staff is usually willing to take large group photos; best to plan a time at the beginning of the cruise and they will do it for you
Photo: Photos on board estimates: 8x10 $20, 5x7 $10
Photo: Take photos of the luggage before turning them over to the airline or cruise ship; have a list of each's contents and notate usage for future planning.
Photo: Take pictures of everything so you don't regret it later.
Port Canaveral: Order gift basket from The Perfect Gift
Spa: If you don't want to hear the sales pitch, request "No Pitch" when you book your appointment.
Stateroom: Ask your attendant for a feather pillow
Stateroom: Don't be afraid to ask you cabin steward for extras you need…blankets, pillows, ice, extra Compass
Stateroom: Post a magnetic door sign to help find your cabin easily (especially good for kids)
Stateroom: Rather than bringing extra hangers, ask your attendant for them on the first day; or pack items on hangers then in luggage.
Stateroom: Store luggage under your bed if it will fit.
Stateroom: Store your life vest under your bed to give more shelf space.
Tips: Children's programming counselors appreciate small gifts or phone cards
Tips: If charging through your stateroom, handle in advance and avoid long lines.
Tips: Set aside labeled tip money in advance if not charging through your stateroom
Tips: Tip calculator: http://members.aol.com/CruiseTip/

 

[DreamCruiser100]

DISNEY TIPS
Disney: Castaway Cay - Bahama Mamas are 2 for 1
Disney: Castaway Cay - Buy CC cards at Mickey's Mates, fill them out in advance so you only have to mail them at the post office
Disney: Castaway Cay - Find the seating farthest away at Cookie's BBQ - it's usually the least crowded
Disney: Castaway Cay - Go to the far side of the Family Beach
Disney: Castaway Cay - Go to the food line at the far right at Cookie's BBQ - it's usually empty or short.
Disney: Castaway Cay - Send a postcard to yourself from there
Disney: Castaway Cay - Snorkel early before it gets crowded and cloudy
Disney: Castaway Cay - Wait till mid-day and you may be able to get a free float by unclaimed owners.
Disney: Embarkation - Check-in opens at 10:30 a.m.; boarding begins at Noon.
Disney: Embarkation - Do your Palo/Spa reservations, then swim, then eat. It's the slowest the pool will be all cruise (except while at port).
Disney: Embarkation - Don't miss the sail-away celebration!
Disney: Embarkation - Go to Animal Kingdom on departure day and take the transfer to the port from there
Disney: Embarkation - Stay at the Radisson at the port
Disney: Entertainment - Call 888-325-2500, choose reservations, and find out what movies are showing during your cruise
Disney: Entertainment - Check the info board by guest services for the character schedule or call the hotline. Be early for the Princesses.
Disney: Entertainment - For "Who Wants to be a Mouseketeer?", sit near empty rows or seats to have more chances of being picked.
Disney: Entertainment - See all the shows and don't leave early.
Disney: Future Booking - Be sure they charge your credit card for the deposit before you leave the ship or it may create problems upon return.
Disney: Future Booking - Be sure to book onboard for a future cruise. You can always transfer it to your agent and you get great credits only available on board.
Disney: Future Booking - Book an inside room in secret deck 7 aft verandah ie 7627 and 7629
Disney: Future Booking - Decide before you leave on a date and check the quotes for other sites and they may be lower or match.
Disney: Future Booking - If you book onboard for future cruise, do so early. It backs up toward the end of the cruise.
Disney: Kids - Allow kids to participate in kids program at the end of the cruise - they usually get free t-shirts.
Disney: Kids - Book Flounders Reef on your own rather than relying on concierge or someone else
Disney: Kids - Do-si-do with Snow White is at 6:45 p.m. in kids club; ask your server to bring dinner first so you get there in time
Disney: Kids - Take a t-shirt or pillowcases with sharpies in a ziploc bag to guest services with the kids' names, ages, and stateroom; you'll get it all signed at end
Disney: Laundry - Do laundry on port days or very early on sea days.
Disney: Laundry - Dryers will require two cycles. Plan quarters accordingly.
Disney: Laundry - The laundry on Deck 7 provides more time than on 6
Disney: Meals - Be early at Palo for better seating location
Disney: Meals - Bring your own water on board - as long as you can contain it in a closed the cooler or luggage
Disney: Meals - DCL is a Coke provider; bring your own if you're Pepsi drinker or other brands
Disney: Meals - Eat at least one lunch in Triton's/Lumiere's.
Disney: Meals - Fruit and cookies are available at Scoops throughout the day
Disney: Meals - Order the "All Hands on Deck" cheese platter at least once
Disney: Meals - Order the lemon meringue pie at the Palo brunch
Disney: Meals - Order the room service cake of the day
Disney: Meals - Order the water service ($29 for 24 bottles); you get all the water delivered on the first day
Disney: Meals - Room service has Mickey ice cream bars, though it isn't listed on the menu.
Disney: Meals - Rosa Regale wine goes well with the Palo souffle
Disney: Meals - Take a large mug on board and make one soda fill-up trip then keep it in your refrigerator throughout the day.
Disney: Meals - There is a window on Deck 4 where you can see from the outside into the AP galley
Disney: Meals - When bringing food back to the stateroom, use a kids tray rather than the full size - it's much lighter than all the plates
Disney: Meals - You can get nachos at Pluto's even though it's not on the menu
Disney: Misc. - Deck 4 chairs are comfortable and quiet
Disney: Misc. - Disney Dollars can be used at Guest Services toward your account but nowhere else on ship.
Disney: Misc. - Red anchors point toward the back/aft (red/aft have three letters); blue points toward the front.
Disney: Photo - Stack the daily photos you are considering together so you don't have to search for them.
Disney: Photo - You can wait till end of the cruise to buy the photo package. Special photos are not included in these packages.
Disney: Photo: The lifestyle portrait backgrounds are white, so plan clothing accordingly
Disney: Precruise - Buy a Passporter's guide for DCL
Disney: Precruise - Buy pirate supplies at Party City or other party supply stores
Disney: Precruise - Post on the Disboards Cruise Meets page for your trip and meet up with the others
Disney: Precruise - Visit www.***************** for useful info and other links
Disney: Precruise: Order a gift basket made by Shirley at The Perfect Gift (www.theperfectgift.cc)
Disney: Spa - Be sure to book your Castaway Cay cabana massage ASAP online or once on board.
Disney: Spa - Go for a Rainforest session - it's economical and well worth it
Disney: Stateroom - Be sure to get a wake-up call every day.
Disney: Stateroom - The blue hardbound book on your desk is the directory of services and has the room service menu
Disney: Stateroom - The portholes are 4' in diameter. Hang Christmas lights around the inside of the window.
Disney: Stateroom: Ask your cabin steward for mattress liners for the little ones

 

[DreamCruiser100]

NOW THATS A PACKING LIST

 

[vital]

Good Morning Moonies! I'm starting to have a little freak out session about this cruise. I know y'all can help me get through it by answering some questions. Here it goes:

1. So you can bring beer and a bottle of rum (heh) as long as it's not on ice and in a suitcase?

2. Coke, well the sodas, are free, right? That will be awesome with my RRRRRUM!

3. Y'all won't make fun of us if you notice we have on the SAME pair of pants twice (maybe 3 times)? I plan on doing all the dining rooms once, but after that I may just order room service or do a buffet one night.

4. I will be able to find a pirate costume for both E and I. He has his Annikan one, but I have to sneak and get a pirate one for him.

5. I'll be able to get y'all in the disco one night for some dancing and drinking. I'm not talking about a frat party drinking session, just some drinking with good friends and a turn on the dance floor.

6. I think that's about all for now. I'm sure I'll have another session as the date gets closer!

Thanks for listening to my freak out session! Have a fantastic day!

 

[jns]

Here are my two suggestions for the scavenger hunt groups. I hope I got the boy/girl thing right, please let me know if I goofed and accept my apologies
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I vote for first list

Hi! We're a family of 4 new to the cruise as of last week. I saw that there is a separate trick or treat and scavenger hunt - it says to sign up under pjs signature under cruise discussions.. I don't get it - can't find it. Where do I sign the boys up and I'd be happy to volunteer to help - Thanks! Kris

Here is the links Cruise roll call here

Cruise Discussions here

welcome aboard

I love this and great lists don't think I'll get it all on the plane

Congratulations on the 500th Post ​

I got my two lime green (3X) T-Shirts today from Disney.

i'm just about to update the list for you

5. I'll be able to get y'all in the disco one night for some dancing and drinking. I'm not talking about a frat party drinking session, just some drinking with good friends and a turn on the dance floor.

sounds like a great idea

 

[jns]

Cruise roll call here

Cruise Discussions here

Cruise friends and plans

Link to cruise tips

Packing guide

Ok here is what we have so far
please PM me if you would like any changes made or to be added to the list
*****

Jackie (JNS) DH DS9 DS16
Leaving from AKL Flying in the night before
Cat 12 GTY free upgrade to a Cat 9
Second dinner seating
Palo , second gathering I hope
Dinner @ 8.30 Monday
Me and DS9 Excursions Golden Eagle Catamaran DH and DS16 Mountain Bike Adventure St Maarten early start @ 7.45 Hoping to take a taxi to the airport beach to see the big planes landing
Whole family Kayak, Hike and Snorkel of Cas Cay @ 8.45 St Thomas ,Sky Ride to Paradise
spa Thursaday @ 2pm, Castaway Cay- rent bikes and lots of beach time
scrapbooking/girlie martini tasting/chatting meet
spending a week at SSR after or BCV if we get the waitlist then a 3 day shopover in NY on the way home



*****


Kim (Kimmielee) and DS Noah, 8
Leaving from AllStar Movies w/ Vital and her son!
Cat 9
Second dinner seating
Excursions ?????

*****

Melanie (Disneygrl36) & Eric
Leaving from Wilderness Lodge
Cat 6
Second dinner seating
Excursions---probably Under 2 Flags Tour-St Marteen & Eco hike or St John tour-St John

*****

Pam (Dreamcruiser 100),DH,DD8
Leaving from some unknown location between Orlando and Port Canaveral
Cat 9 but hoping to maybe upgrade at port
Second dinner seating
Possibly Doubloon and dolphins??

*****

Sean & Christine
leaving from AKL
Cat 7
First dinner seating
Palo brunch on Sunday
Palo dinner on Monday
Excursions: does shopping count??? Kayak, Hike, and Snorkel of Cas Cay on St Thomas
Stingrays on CC in the morning
Personal Training on Monday morning


*****

Paula and Ethan (aka vital)
Leaving from ASMOvies with Kim and her son!
Cat 9
Excursions Eco excursion on CC

*****

howleyfamily
Arrive MCO on 24th, Seaworld on 25th, Discovery cove on 26thMagic on 27th
Cat.#6
...early seating.. Palo on our 22nd annivesary
excursions on st. Marteens Bubbas Fishing for guys...unknown for ladies
excursions on St. Thomas Coral world and tram to top of hill
excursion for Castaway Cay..parasailing

*****

Penny (Pjpoohbear) DM 59
Leaving from SSR
Cat 11 HCP
First Dinning
Excursions; Paradise Point Tram ~ St. Thomas

*****

A fat english gent;
Leaving from suite 8034 AND returning to suite 8034...
Cat 3Second dinner seating
Excursions: she who must be obeyed is yet to make up her mind......

*****

kchartsf (Kimberly) and DH and DD7
Undetermined if we are staying at port or WDW yet on Oct 26
Category 9
Main Seating
Excursions still undetermined due to the fact that we are traveling with a full scale three ring circus of family.
Also sailing with us are:
Mother in Law and Father in Law
Category 9
Main Seating
Sister in Law and Fiance with DS4
Category 9
Main Seating
And Fiance's
Dad and Stepmother
Category 9
Main Seating

*****

Babs417 Their are 15 of us My daughter Kim3 DS6 DD4 daughter Michi DD12 DS8 DS4
mother-in-law and her sister-in-law her DS12, DD19, herBoyfriend 19
cat.9
Main seating
Leaving from the Raddison.
Going to the beaches & shopping

*****

Colleen (jordgubben) and Steve
Leaving from a hotel near the airport (we get in at midnight that Friday)
Cat 11
Second dinner seating
Excursions: Golden Eagle Catamaran, St. John Trunk Bay Beach and Snorkel, Serenity Bay on our 5th Anniversary!

*****

Dizzi LYNN, MIKE
JOE, (DS AGE 14)ALLIE (DD AGE 11)
Driving to Orlando OCTOBER 25thDoing Shamu Dinner OCTOBER 25th
MNSSHP October 26th
reservations for Extended Stay Suites hope to change this!!!!!!!!
Driving self to port and hope to arrive at9:45AM!
CAT6
SECOND SEATING
EXCURSIONS Under 2 Flags tour, St Thomas Island Tour, Sky Ride to Paradise, Castaway Cay Getaway Package, Banana Boat Ride




*****

ohsodisney Maria, Barry & the girls Mom & Dad
arriving at All Star Movies Wednesday going to sea world on thursday, leaving from ALK.
Early dining
Cat, 9
Palo , first gathering I hope
Excurisions, not to sure yet, but I am thinking
St M, beach or Rhino Riders AGAIN , LOVED them !!!
St Thomas, EchoHike for DH and DAD & Megans Bay for Mom myself and the girls.
Castaway , possibally Parasailing.

*****

Kathy (kath1210), Denis, Denny (16), Katie (13)
Category 6
Second Seating
Excursions: undecided

*****

tsoccer5 (aka Trish) - with her DH Tom, DS (J.T. - 6) and DD (Kerry - 5)
Leaving from some hotel between NC and Port Canaveral Saturday morning
Cat 9
Main Seating
St Martin - probably just hitting the beach (might consider a pirate type sail, not sure)
St John - thinking catamaran sail with the kids this time, did it without them last time
Castaway Cay- rent bikes and lots of beach time
Definitely trying to hit Palo twice, brunch Day 2 and dinner last night of cruise maybe(not sure yet),

*****

Lori aka LoriLuvsDisney (46)
I'm traveling with my husband Mike (47), my daughter Caitlin (that's turns 12 on Halloween) and my son Patrick (10). We're celebrating our 25th Wedding Anniversary!
staying at a hotel near the airport but staying 3 additional nights after at Beach Club Villas.

*****

Tara (Twicks aka)and soon to be DH (Eric) and soon to be DD (Lauren) from NC
Category: Cheap aka best fare - hehe
First Seating
Excursions: Parasailing; Butterfly Tour; Submarine voyage
Traveling from NC night before and staying at a local hotel with free cruise parking

*****

Lennie & Al (101DalmFan)
Leaving from Country Inn & Suites
Cat. 9
Main dinner seating
Palo, Sunday night (Oct 28th) -- our 29th wedding anniversary!
Excursions: Under 2 Flags, St. Martin

*****

Simon UK and girlfriend.
Arrive mco 11pm 24th (flying from Seattle but leaving from Vancouver)
2 days at parks (staying with friends near Bahama Breeze)
Leaving 9:30ish for port- not sure how getting there yet- anyone wanna share a limo/transfer???
Cat 12 room
No Palo at the mo- fully booked ;(
Snorkle at St Maarten
Lots of overindulgence!
Fly home 3rd @6pm.

*****

Mike (Cheshire Figment)I am at the CM "space available" rate so I will be in a room somewhere between Category 4 and Category 7;
Category 5 - Room 7636 at the stern with a gigantic verandah

late seating ; once I get to the ship I can then ask to be changed.
St Maarten - Island Drive and Explorer Cruise (SM-05)
St Thomas - Coral World Marine Park land and Sea (ST-34)
I am the "Official Dirty Old Man" on DisMates because I am 67, but I neither look nor act my age.
I would like, if possible, to be added to events, especially meals, where there may be unattached women who would like to meet an older man.

*****

My DS (11) and I (41) Linda & Evan (aka gizimoto)
second seating for the dining.
Category 12 GTY (hoping/wishing for an upgrade)
Excursions: Plan to do the Sea Trek adventure on St. Thomas.

*****

badell (Beth) and DH (Bill) from Tucson and Penny and John from MD
coming into FL on Thurs, Epcot Food & Wine on Fri. Staying at Saratoga Springs resort ,taking bus to ship
B & B in 2060, P & J in 7563
Late seating, Palo Brunch Mon 10/29 at 11A
Enjoying lots of time in the spa
*****

 

[jordgubben]

I only read the tips above but I was glad that I saw this one:

"Disney: Photo: The lifestyle portrait backgrounds are white, so plan clothing accordingly"

I was planning on khakis and white shirts. Guess I'll have to figure out something else.

 

[dizzi]

What about wearing khaki's or beige pants? This way they could wear them other nights too w/ polo shirts. Just a thought....

NO, he tried it on for me last night it just doesnt look right with the khakis.....he wont button the shirt and so he puts a white shirt on under it and the white with the khaki is bad..........which is why i thought if not jeans...then blue pants.

 

[dizzi]

You can't wear jeans to Palo, and on formal and semi-formal night I honestly don't think it would be appropriate.


Just trying to save you some suitcase space

Yeah i know that cant wear themfor those special nights...........it was just for the one night with the Blue mickey............I wish i had things i was doing double duty with.well maybe the males black pants are doing double duty...that is about it...........But thanks for the input ..i guess i will go and purchase some blue pants today!!

 

[dizzi]

NOW THATS A PACKING LIST

I AM WOWed

 

[DreamCruiser100]

Good Morning Moonies! I'm starting to have a little freak out session about this cruise. I know y'all can help me get through it by answering some questions. Here it goes:

1. So you can bring beer and a bottle of rum (heh) as long as it's not on ice and in a suitcase?
YEP!! I'm bringing mine,just NO ICE

2. Coke, well the sodas, are free, right? That will be awesome with my RRRRRUM!
YEP all soda on deck 9 is free,room service and bars ARE NOT FREE!!

3. Y'all won't make fun of us if you notice we have on the SAME pair of pants twice (maybe 3 times)? I plan on doing all the dining rooms once, but after that I may just order room service or do a buffet one night.
We ALL will be doing double duty...and I'm eating with Dizz at night ( Just teasing Lynn )

4. I will be able to find a pirate costume for both E and I. He has his Annikan one, but I have to sneak and get a pirate one for him.
DD and DH have costumes, let me know if you want me to pick up something for him so he won't see. I'm wearing a t-shirt that says I'M a PIRATE

5. I'll be able to get y'all in the disco one night for some dancing and drinking. I'm not talking about a frat party drinking session, just some drinking with good friends and a turn on the dance floor.
Count me in sister!! ESPECIALLY 80's NIGHT!!! and a little karoke too

6. I think that's about all for now. I'm sure I'll have another session as the date gets closer!Freaking session over

Thanks for listening to my freak out session! Have a fantastic day!

Have a GREAT DAY!!!!

 

[Babs417]

Great packing list dont forgetthe dog treats

 

[gizimoto]

Good Morning Moonies! I'm starting to have a little freak out session about this cruise. I know y'all can help me get through it by answering some questions. Here it goes:

1. So you can bring beer and a bottle of rum (heh) as long as it's not on ice and in a suitcase?

2. Coke, well the sodas, are free, right? That will be awesome with my RRRRRUM!

3. Y'all won't make fun of us if you notice we have on the SAME pair of pants twice (maybe 3 times)? I plan on doing all the dining rooms once, but after that I may just order room service or do a buffet one night.

4. I will be able to find a pirate costume for both E and I. He has his Annikan one, but I have to sneak and get a pirate one for him.

5. I'll be able to get y'all in the disco one night for some dancing and drinking. I'm not talking about a frat party drinking session, just some drinking with good friends and a turn on the dance floor.

6. I think that's about all for now. I'm sure I'll have another session as the date gets closer!

Thanks for listening to my freak out session! Have a fantastic day!

I plan on bringing 1 pr of black dress slacks and a few tops to go with it. I'm only wearing them to dinner so they shouldn't get dirty...if they do I figure I'll send them out to be dry cleaned. My black shoes should go w/ my dresses for formal/semi-formal night. Less packing this way!

 

[vital]

Thanks Pam! I feel better now knowing that my issues aren't as bad as I thought!

 

[vital]

I plan on bringing 1 pr of black dress slacks and a few tops to go with it. I'm only wearing them to dinner so they shouldn't get dirty...if they do I figure I'll send them out to be dry cleaned. My black shoes should go w/ my dresses for formal/semi-formal night. Less packing this way!

OK, now I feel much better. I read about how some folks pack all these outfits for certain nights, blah, blah, blah and it kinda freaks me out some. Thanks!