OFFICIAL The Pirates League Thread

[Berlioz70]

Looks like you might be interested in knowing more about the Mermaid...

The Mermaid is offered in conjunction with OPI (hence the nail polishes), and that's the reason it's offered for a limited time or while supplies last (aka, once we're out of nail polish, the package ends).

If the Mermaid is considered popular (which I personally think it is), the Mermaid may be extended or come back for Halloween. HOWEVER, that will be a modified Mermaid, not likely to include the Nail Polish. So there will have to be some decisions made about what the new package would include, pricing, etc.

My GUESS, Mermaid will end (still on target for about 6 weeks). It will be reevaluated, then come back in a different form for Halloween. Nothing has been announced or communicated, that's just what I think.

 

[pilferk]

Looks like you might be interested in knowing more about the Mermaid...

The Mermaid is offered in conjunction with OPI (hence the nail polishes), and that's the reason it's offered for a limited time or while supplies last (aka, once we're out of nail polish, the package ends).

If the Mermaid is considered popular (which I personally think it is), the Mermaid may be extended or come back for Halloween. HOWEVER, that will be a modified Mermaid, not likely to include the Nail Polish. So there will have to be some decisions made about what the new package would include, pricing, etc.

My GUESS, Mermaid will end (still on target for about 6 weeks). It will be reevaluated, then come back in a different form for Halloween. Nothing has been announced or communicated, that's just what I think.

Quick question:

IF they "modified" the mermaid to omit the nail polish

BUT you brought your own OPI polish with you

do you think a deal could be struck with your Pirate Transformation Specialist to apply the nail polish?

They're selling the mini lacquer kits for under $10 on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/OPI-Pirates-C...LX5S/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1308141903&sr=8-2

We ordered (and have gotten them already) 6 of them a couple weeks ago, just to have around the house. The girls (who already have a BBB appointment that day) are considering doing the Mermaid package instead.

 

[Parla]

Looks like you might be interested in knowing more about the Mermaid...

The Mermaid is offered in conjunction with OPI (hence the nail polishes), and that's the reason it's offered for a limited time or while supplies last (aka, once we're out of nail polish, the package ends).

If the Mermaid is considered popular (which I personally think it is), the Mermaid may be extended or come back for Halloween. HOWEVER, that will be a modified Mermaid, not likely to include the Nail Polish. So there will have to be some decisions made about what the new package would include, pricing, etc.

My GUESS, Mermaid will end (still on target for about 6 weeks). It will be reevaluated, then come back in a different form for Halloween. Nothing has been announced or communicated, that's just what I think.

Thank you! That's very interesting. I didn't realize it was a deal with OPI. I loved the movie but can honestly say I didn't notice the mermaid's nails. I'm sure DD would like that nail polish though. It does make sense they would continue something without the deal further down the road. Have we told you lately we love you?

 

[Berlioz70]

Quick question:

IF they "modified" the mermaid to omit the nail polish

BUT you brought your own OPI polish with you

do you think a deal could be struck with your Pirate Transformation Specialist to apply the nail polish?

I'm guessing the Mermaid will probably still have some kind of polish, just not OPI; so they will likely apply whatever is being offered. You can always put on polish beforehand (to be honest, you can probably do it better than most of us, especially the guys). If polish is already on the nails, then your DD can decline another color (but you would still get to take it home as part of the package).

Thank you! That's very interesting. I didn't realize it was a deal with OPI. I loved the movie but can honestly say I didn't notice the mermaid's nails. I'm sure DD would like that nail polish though. It does make sense they would continue something without the deal further down the road. Have we told you lately we love you?

LOL - the nails were as obvious as the brightly blue and green colored eyes! As we say at the League, Piracy is not about Accuracy.

 

[anorman]

I just booked the pirates league for my two DDs (8 & 10) for August. They loved the BBB when they did it 3 years ago. This time it's a surprise!

 

[flipflopmom]

My GUESS, Mermaid will end (still on target for about 6 weeks). It will be reevaluated, then come back in a different form for Halloween. Nothing has been announced or communicated, that's just what I think.

You have to be one of the most helpful people I know! We have appts. on July 7th at 10:25 for our 2 girls, 11 and 4. I am pretty sure the 4 year old will choose Mermaid and not sure about 11 year old. When I called to book, she just reserved chairs instead of packages since this is a surprise and I didn't want to ask them. Does that mess you guys up? And you recommend checking in 20 minutes early? Good to know!

If you are there, please say hello if you can! We're pretty easy to spot!

 

[Berlioz70]

When I called to book, she just reserved chairs instead of packages since this is a surprise and I didn't want to ask them. Does that mess you guys up?

That is absolutely fine!! We actually never see what "package" you book, we're not sure why they even ask, we just follow chair occupancy.

And yep, 20 minutes ahead of time is fine. If we are running late sometimes that extra 20 min can be hard to wait with a child, so checking in on time is fine as well. We try to take people in early if at all possible.

 

[Berlioz70]

LOL - sorry posted in the wrong thread!

 

[Berlioz70]

Just heard from the pirates - the Mermaid is officially wrapping up tomorrow. Still no word if there are plans to bring it back for MNSSHP, but consider it gone for the rest of the summer.

 

[princessreilly]

Just heard from the pirates - the Mermaid is officially wrapping up tomorrow. Still no word if there are plans to bring it back for MNSSHP, but consider it gone for the rest of the summer.

So sad. Crossing my fingers that they bring it back.

 

[snowangel72]

Thanks for the thread! I knew nothing about this but I happily booked this instead of our princesses lunch. yay! The kids are going to have so much doing something "new" to them. yay!

 

[Chicago Mo]

Have no idea if this was answered earlier?
we did the pirates league and i highly recommend this. well worth the money!!!!!!!!!! One of the best experiences we had. my question is can i request the same people that i had last year???
I saw you had posted a few ways to remove the makeup.. that black gave us a H*!! of a time getting it off my little skeleton! he walked around the rest of the trip with black eyeliner!!
What kind of foam? does shaving cream really work?!?
we are going in November 12-the 19th would you know if it is really busy at that time?
Sorry for the tons of questions!!!

 

[Chicago Mo]

I shared your pictures with Ken, the Pirate Master, he remembers your DD being quite the pirate and stating that she was not scared of anyone! Thanks for posting them!!

Ken was one of the people i was wondering if i could request!!! he was amazing!!! he did an amazing job on my daughter! made her completely comfortable Gina (Mary?) was another one who did my son (i have triplets) i wish i know how to post a picture! ha ha ha

 

[Chicago Mo]

https://picasaweb.google.com/105623...hkey=Gv1sRgCPfA3fGdmI6XYg#5544445458590034194


https://picasaweb.google.com/105623...hkey=Gv1sRgCPfA3fGdmI6XYg#5544445540131267410

Images from our trip last May. Pirates' League was both my dd and my favorite part of the trip, even more so than BBB

This is an amazing picture and i LOVE THE Dress!!! Was that home made?

 

[Berlioz70]

my question is can i request the same people that i had last year???

What kind of foam? does shaving cream really work?!?

we are going in November 12-the 19th would you know if it is really busy at that time?

You can request Pirate Masters! It will depend on if they're working that particular day and what their role is. If they're working the front Quartermaster desk then they will not likely be able to go inside to a chair. But if they are already working a chair then it's no problem, if you don't mind waiting a little longer.

Ken is still there, Gina Marie is no longer there regularly (she picks up every couple of months), any idea who the 3rd person is?

I used the pink foam Clinique to wash off Cursed... and I've been cursed about 15 times... works like a charm. I've never used shaving creme, but everyone has said that it works (guys swear by it).

Everyday is busy. We are not really reflective of park attendance because we have such a small number of pirates a day. It's just a matter of if we fill up a month in advance (like when the movie released) or maybe just a day or two in advance.

 

[Pixiedust530]

This thread is absolutely fantastic!! I am one of those patiently (OK....maybe NOT so patiently) waiting to see if/when hours are extended for MNSSHP nights.

Berlioz....have you heard anything recently? Do you know IF they will be extended and if so, WHEN? I have an 3:10 appt on the day we are attending MNSSHP, but as it stands, I will have to upgrade our tix to park hoppers in order to get in before 4pm. I would love to be able to snag a 4:15 or 4:30 appt and just come on on our MNSSHP tix!

 

[Berlioz70]

Last I heard, they still weren't sure IF they were going to. My understanding is that there were a lot of Guest complaints last year because MNSSHP averages very long waits and many Guests missed the first couple of hours at the party while waiting at TPL.

IF they decide to extend, it's not likely to be as late as it was in the past. Maybe just an extra hour or so.

Again, nothing has been decided or announced. Last year they didn't extend the hours until August (if I remember correctly) so there is still some time to make that decision.

 

[Pixiedust530]

Last I heard, they still weren't sure IF they were going to. My understanding is that there were a lot of Guest complaints last year because MNSSHP averages very long waits and many Guests missed the first couple of hours at the party while waiting at TPL.

IF they decide to extend, it's not likely to be as late as it was in the past. Maybe just an extra hour or so.

Again, nothing has been decided or announced. Last year they didn't extend the hours until August (if I remember correctly) so there is still some time to make that decision.

Thanks for the heads up! You are FANTASTIC!!! I can see how people would be frustrated if they missed a lot of the party. Extending just an hour would accomodate me...assuming I could get that appt! Either way, I will make it work. I know my so will LOVE this!!!

 

[Berlioz70]

Glad to help - hopefully you'll know soon. We joke that the Guests will know before we do, but if I hear anything I'll be sure to post it!

 

[Chicago Mo]

You can request Pirate Masters! It will depend on if they're working that particular day and what their role is. If they're working the front Quartermaster desk then they will not likely be able to go inside to a chair. But if they are already working a chair then it's no problem, if you don't mind waiting a little longer.

Ken is still there, Gina Marie is no longer there regularly (she picks up every couple of months), any idea who the 3rd person is?

I used the pink foam Clinique to wash off Cursed... and I've been cursed about 15 times... works like a charm. I've never used shaving creme, but everyone has said that it works (guys swear by it).

Everyday is busy. We are not really reflective of park attendance because we have such a small number of pirates a day. It's just a matter of if we fill up a month in advance (like when the movie released) or maybe just a day or two in advance.

NOOOOOOOO!!! she can't NOT be there!! LOL
I made my reservations!!! i requested both Ken and Gina Marie! for November 16 9:10am! Please tell her to come in for that day??? HA KIDDING!
we went there in October last year my triplets LOVED IT! (although one son chickened out at the last minute...then kicked himself in the butt for not doing it...)
This year he is all over it. my Daughter is backing out for pixies dust in the hair.
ANYWAY while we were there i looked around and saw that none of the other Artists weren't as outgoing!!
The time we were there Gina Marie (thanks for the name) Brother's Girlfriend came in to surprise him. she never stopped kept in character and still kept up with the banter with Ken. I really never laughed so hard!!