October 9, 2005, Wonder

[momm2four]

She's had them all this time?!? What's wrong with that woman!!!??? Just kidding

I have started packing one suitcase, but it's overflowing, so I'm going to have to make my living room into a packing station and pull out the other bags. I have to go to O'Charley's for a school committee tonight, so I won't get much done tonight. (Although, getting out for the night without the kids isn't so bad either, lol)

Anyone know any good hotels in Gainesville?

Lori P.

 

[auntie k]

Why is it packing is SO much fun...and Unpacking is the pits????

 

[auntie k]

WOO HOO!!!!! I did "roll the dice" on Priceline and got the Hyatt for $55 for the night before the cruise!!!!!!

I'm SO excited....this is the icing on the cake!!!!!!!

 

[AndieB]

We got 1/2 our docs today! Our room/cabin (DH, DS and I) and our flight times came today. My Mom's were delayed but TA says we should have them in a couple of days. We get into Orlando around 11 am. Not bad. Now at least I can tell Mom what time to meet us at the airport.

rwaller, you booked land and sea, have you got your docs? I was looking for something about the Disney passes in mine. Did you see anything? Park Hopper Pass is supposed to be included. Do we get it when we check in? I will ask my TA tomorrow too.

Six more work days!!!

 

[iwynlea]

Well, DH called the TA, and they priority mailed them today. :-/ So, they should be here Thursday. I wanna know how long they've been sitting on the docs before they mailed 'em! Ah, well, at least we know they're on their way!

I double checked our ID docs...both birth certificates are where they should be. Whew.

And, we've decided not to go as Taran and Eilonwy to MNSSHP. I was getting waaaaaaaay too stressed about having to finish my dress and still make his stuff! So, we're going as Shrek and Fiona, instead. I purchased the Fiona dress today, and we've already got everything we need for Shrek except a vest, which I figure I can find pretty cheap at one of the donation-type resellers in town (we have about 4 for different charity groups). Should be interesting, to say the least!

9 more work days to go! Whoo-hoo!! SINGLE DIGITS!!!!!!!!!!

Ok, back to searching for door sign stuff....I figure I can at least make those, they sound so fun. And I love scrapbooking, so I'm just considering this a digital scrapbook!

Erica

 

[auntie k]

that's ok....my "win" at Priceline has me so excited, I actually forgot about the docs for a day..so today I'm back on the docs!

Iwynlea - I think Shrek and Fiona are awesome costumes - I hope I get to see you in them!

Speaking of MNSSHP - do those of you going on the 13th already have your tickets? I was waiting until right before we leave - since they were not refundable.

Work Days left: 8.5

Editing: My TA left a Voicemail yesterday saying she had them and is waiting for me to call and ask her to Fed Ex them or let her know If I'm picking them up!

 

[iwynlea]

Yes, we do have our Oct. 13th MNSSHP tickets already - one has Mickey and one has Minnie. It took them a little more than a week to ship, and I didn't want to risk them selling out and us missing the party - especially since we've never been before! I didn't want to hassle with the 'will call' window...I figured we'd be rushed enough as it is...we're meeting with my dad & family for dinner at Tony's at 5:20pm, and can't check into the hotel until 3...which doesn't give us much time to unpack, change, and get back to MK!

Ok, gotta get back to work...I'm starting to 'clean up' at work in preparation for being gone after next week!

Erica

 

[rwaller]

AndieB, My understanding is we pick up Park passes when checking into resort. My docs. should be here today. You said you're arriving into Orlando @ 11:00. Refresh me again, are you taking Disney transfers to Ship on Sunday? If so we should be traveling together, I think the Motor Coach leaves around 11:30?? from our resort.Now that I said that I would imagine there would be only one bus going to ship & not different ones for different resorts. Do you have any idea?

I Have My Docs.!!!! Just read over briefly, but each Resort does have their own departure time. But I'm still thinking we all ride on the same bus???Please forgive me my brain is FRIED!!!! I've been trying to pack some today & I'm trying to take as little as possible & it's sooooo hard!!!

 

[momm2four]

I got my MNSSHP tickets for the 13th right about the time they started selling them. I also wanted to make sure it didn't get sold out. I thought the 13th would be a perfect night to go, b/c it would give me something to be happy about when getting off of the ship

Lori P.

 

[AndieB]

I seem to remember seeing a post (or maybe it was on Allearsnet) about the transfer bus from WDW picking up at several places at different times. So it sounded like one schedule. I guess I should check what time it picks up from the Poly. And maybe plan for a long bus ride.

My TA also told me we would pick up park passes when we check in; I think I just wanted to see something in the docs package that SAID that. He said he would check for me, and we'll review all the docs together when my Mom's come in (hopefully tomorrow).

Only one more weekend to get everything! I'm trying to put something together for DS's birthday on the ship. He turns 4 on the 12th. So far all I've got is a Pirate Happy Birthday Banner. And I'm picking up a couple of Thomas & Friends engines for his "collection" - not Disney related, but he loves them and they're light and packable! I think I'll wing it and pick him up something else at Magic Kingdom.

Oh, and I think DH's birth certificate came today. I got an email at work that there was a Fed Ex package for me in the mail room (big office), but was too busy to pick it up. Can't think what else it would be - I'll pick it up tomorrow.

Have a happy Wednesday, everyone!

 

[auntie k]

Did you see the "bad massages" thread? I am a massage "junkie" of sorts and have a cabana massage scheduled at Castaway Cay. This has been one of my "dreams" for this cruise was to have a massage on the beach!

But according to the thread the spa is not run by Disney and service is not what you would expect from Disney. Only a couple of people thought it was ok, everyone else said their experience was horrible.

1) I don't want to pay that kind of money and not enjoy it, and 2) I have arthritis and it could put me in bed if they do some of the things they mentioned. So based on #2, I'm going to cancel.


Ok - somebody please put a positive spin back on our thread!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[iwynlea]

We have a couples massage booked on Castaway Cay...Passporter's says that it's one of the best treatments to do, and I've read a lot of positive things elsewhere online! Almost all cruise ship spas aren't run by the cruise company itself, and the one that works on Disney has a pretty good reputation and is used by several other cruiselines. Maybe these folks just had a bad masseuse (spelling??)? Maybe you could call DCL and ask about how they massage and see if there's anything they could do to put your mind at ease??

Erica

 

[momm2four]

okay, auntie k....one positive spin coming up....11 nights from tonight, we'll be sitting on the Wonder, eating what we want, walking the decks and looking out at that beautiful moon reflecting on the water, relaxing and having a wonderful time.

Only 7 more working days for me!!! I went to the PO to put a hold on our mail while we're gone. First time I've ever been that excited about going to the Post Office, lol.

Lori .

 

[auntie k]

ahhh! way to go Lori - I'm getting back on track....

You are right Erica, I will discuss with my Massouse (sp?) and then I guess if it is not comfortable, I'll just get up and leave. But alot of people said they told their Massouse (I need to look up the spelling! lol)...it hurt and they ignored them! My problem is, I'm not good a speaking up..I know some of you on here are finding that hard to believe...LOL!!!

NOW, if I can just get those docs today!! That's right, still don't have mine!
But I'm very opptomistic they will come TODAY!!!

 

[MOMMSMOM]

OK, momm, I saw that. I would like a sign. you get to make a befitting one for mommsmom and pa. , thanks.

Alright,all you sixth deckers, just watch all that late night dancing in your room. You'll keep us fifth deckers awake all night,lol

Thanks, Auntie K for the wrap-up of all the DIS'ers on the 10/9 Wonder. My kids got their postcard from Mickey (aka, known as Andy) today. I think I was more excited than they were. My oldest was funny. My 5 year old asked if Mickey was real, and my 9 old replied with "What do you think? Do YOU think he's real?" That's funny, b/c that's the answer I give when they ask if Santa is real. My son sometimes thinks he's the assistant father around our house. Typical first born, lol.

I found two adult pirate costumes at a yard sale, but I don't think I"m going to use them. They're nice, but I know my DH wouldn't dress in full gear like the man's costume and the lady's one is more for a size 10, and I'm a 12. I may stick them on Ebay. Therefore, I don't know what I'm going to wear, unless I do the white shirt, with a red scarf around my waist thing.

Oh, and I'm planning on blowing bubbles. Bubbles just make everything more festive.

Auntie K...if I get into the sign designing mood and it's easy, I'll be glad to make you one.

Lori P.

 

[MOMMSMOM]

I don't think I did that right. you'll have to tell me again.

 

[ktpbell]

Hi All from the Oct 9 Wonder. I just found this board. We (DH, DS4,DS6) too are on the same cruise. I just read all the posts and found it all so interesting. Although I don't know "forum shorthand" and about half of the abbreviations I have no idea what they are. Just now figured out the DH, DD, DS.
Would love to know what the door thing is. Sounds interesting. Haven't even begun to think of packing. Did get the documents last week and dug up a passport. To bad it expired in APRIL 2005. Looked and looked for Birth cert and came up with one I think they will take.
We booked a room at the Radisson near the port. They had a cruise deal where you get breakfast and can park your car there. We are driving in from GA (Maybe 8 hours) the day before.
Please feel free to pass on any advice. We have never before cruised so think we have alot to learn. I'd hate to miss fun stuff because we didn't know about it. Does anyone have any info on the things to do in ports? Seemed like alot of it was for older kids and also I don't know if I want to be off the ship that long. It seems like the funner stuff is going on on board. I am assuming that all things on board are still going on while ship is in port. Please let me know if that is incorrect.
Well, I'll keep an eye on the group here. Let me know in another can still join in the meet and greet. Smoothies sounded fun and we are actually another connection to Baylor (Saw that twice) but to the Baylor in Houston where my DH went to school.

 

[rwaller]

Hi! Glad you found the site. I'm also a 1st time cruiser ( w/little shorthand knowledge ) We'd love to have you at the 3:00 o'clock meet. speaking for myself. I have young ones in our group also & we're not debarking day at port. I know we'll have much more fun on the ship! It should also be a little less crowded that day. My understanding is the cruise is booked FULL due to columbus day holiday.

There's so much great info. to be found here.

 

[auntie k]

WELCOME ABOARD ktpbell!!!!!!! We are thrilled to have you....Ask anything you want - I know IWYNLEA (erica) has cruised before, so she might help the most - but I think MOMM2FOUR (lori) and Andie B and I have scoured these boards enough, we can give you a decent answer.

Another southerner...I'm just amazed! I've always thought it funny when I was at WDW that I didn't meet anyone from a southern state...just an observation i've made...

As far as the ports....honestly, this is my 1st cruise and I haven't heard of anything I really want to do in Nassau - so I plan to stay on the ship and enjoy less crowds at the pool, catch a movie, etc. I figured I paid to be on the ship...so I want to spend some time there. At the Disney private beach, Castaway Cay, I have a massage scheduled and am parasailing.

How old are your children?
Did you see we are meeting for just a few minutes to say hello & meet each other?- hope you will join us...

I'm slow at work today, so shoot off some questions. I'm in high gear for this trip and this board is helping me to fuel my excitement!!

 

[ktpbell]

Just called to find out about upgrade. We are outside with porthole but no veranda. They told me they are totally booked! Will call now for spa reservations and probally cancel island trips we booked. I would like to stay on the ship as I think we are going to the Bahamas in Jan and would rather do the Disney things on board.
There is just so much in this board I wish I found it 8 months ago when we booked. Now I feel like I have too much to read and not enough time.
Thanks for the advise already. Now I will enjoy the cruise time and not feel like we are missing out at port.

ktpbell (Karen)