OFFICIAL The Pirates League Thread

[4littleones]

I am so jealous--what time of the day did you call? I am looking for time slots for my kids that around the same time and I must have called yesterday after you I am happy for you that you got one!

I think it was around lunch time EST maybe around noon?

I am so sorry you don't have a slot yet. I know that feeling, I have been calling for weeks sometimes multiple times a day. I was bouncing around the house when she found 3 spots on top of each other, I thought I was dreaming.

As a back up maybe you can do the harmony barber shop with colored hair gel/stripes and pixie dust? I know it's not the same but it's something. You can get pirate costumes and maybe add your own temporary tattoo's or something.

 

[Amanda2032]

Any recent news on whether the Mermaid Package will be returning? We have an appointment for end of September and I'm hoping it comes back. If not we'll be cancelling.

What date is your appointment for?? I am looking for appointments Sept. 24-27--if your date is in that timeframe and you end up canceling, is there anyway you could email me and let me know so that I might have a chance of booking your cancelled time?? I wouldnt ask, but my boys were so dissappointed when I couldnt get them an appointment--I call every day to no avail--starting to get pretty nervous about it!

 

[anorman]

I have this booked for my 2DDs for our first day. I can't wait to see their expressions.....this is a surprise!

 

[Berlioz70]

Berlioz70, since you are the expert Do you think there is any chance that I could get appointments for my DS9 and DS6 between September 23 and 27th?? I have been calling every day for a couple of weeks and PL is completely booked. Is it true that reservations often open up if you get there early in the day?

To be honest - if it's booked now, it's likely to remain booked, especially on MNSSHP nights.

Day of - tt's not that existing ones open up, it's that we create new ones (based on staffing). That's why you can't count on it, but sometimes people get lucky!

Is an appointment required?
Yes. The Pirates League can be booked 180 days in advance. Due to the popularity of the 4th movie, the League is booking up about 2-3 weeks in advance. If you are unable to make an appointment you can attempt to walk-in, but the majority of people are turned away.

Each morning the reservations are re-evaluated for the day and some additional slots may be open (sometimes just one or two, sometimes it's closer to eight or nine). These slots are filled on a first come first serve basis. If you walk-in right at 9 they will schedule you for later in the day, based on the openings. By 9:30-10:00 all of these slots are typically filled and no additional walk-ins are taken.

 

[karenscottparsons]

Berlioz 70 we have one appointment for 1:50, 1 for 2:30 and 2 for 2:50. If we go prior to 1:50 do you think they may be able to juggle things around so we are all done at 230 or 250 or somewhat closer together. Thanks

 

[angryduck71]

Hi everyone -- I recently cancelled a 12:20 appointment (or around that time -- can't remember) on Oct. 31. We're going to the Nov. 1 party, but we have another costume, so I decided to just "pretend" that's Halloween and not even be around the Halloween stuff on Oct. 31 (my son is 5, but I doubt he'll realize the difference). Anyway, just in case someone wants to grab it (if it's not already gone!). We're doing it later in our vacation.

 

[heatherkali]

ok so I am booked for 10/24/11 for my 5 year old son to do Pirate's League... I was planning on having him choose his halloween costume at this time, being so close to Halloween will i have a problem finding his size? Should I just order it myself ahead of time (surprise trip) and not let him pick it out?

Thank you!

 

[Berlioz70]

Berlioz 70 we have one appointment for 1:50, 1 for 2:30 and 2 for 2:50. If we go prior to 1:50 do you think they may be able to juggle things around so we are all done at 230 or 250 or somewhat closer together. Thanks

I can't say for sure, depends on how many are in your party and how busy the location is. However, I wouldn't count on 2:50 since that's your last appt. time; they'll probably try to average out and take everyone about 2:30 which wouldn't likely finish until well after 3.

Should I just order it myself ahead of time (surprise trip) and not let him pick it out?

Sizes are tricky, some run large (Boney), while some run small (Jack). They try to keep all stock in, but if it turns out that 10 people show up and all want the same thing, then that will likely whip out that size for at least the day.

SOMETHING will be available, just can't guarantee it's the one your DS will want.

 

[hsmamainva]

My youngest LOVES anything pirate-related and we're planning on doing the Pirate League during our March visit.

She's 9 years old and she has autism. She does well with new things if she knows what to expect beforehand. Her language skills are delayed so she's a very visual learner.

Does anyone have any suggestions? Any links to "real-time" makeovers so she can watch the process? The one on the WDW site is very short and doesn't show the actual makeover itself.

Our 20 year old daughter is going to make an appointment and be transformed into a pirate, too, so I'm sure that will help.

Thanks in advance!

 

[heatherkali]

Sizes are tricky, some run large (Boney), while some run small (Jack). They try to keep all stock in, but if it turns out that 10 people show up and all want the same thing, then that will likely whip out that size for at least the day.

SOMETHING will be available, just can't guarantee it's the one your DS will want.

ok so now if I Am having someone make a costume... can I get accessories there separate for Captain Hook? like hook, sword, hair and hat?

thank you SO much!!

 

[KELLY]

ok so now if I Am having someone make a costume... can I get accessories there separate for Captain Hook? like hook, sword, hair and hat?

thank you SO much!!

We are doing PL next Sunday I was Lucky enough to get 2 appointments for 1010 am for my girls.

To the above OP yes you can buy a sword and hook not sure on the hair and hat.

 

[Berlioz70]

ok so now if I Am having someone make a costume... can I get accessories there separate for Captain Hook? like hook, sword, hair and hat?

thank you SO much!!

You sure can! Like Kelly said, hooks are available for sale (the sword is included in the package), and they sell the captain jack hat with dreads (about $35 if I'm remembering correctly).

 

[Mommy2Jameson]

My youngest LOVES anything pirate-related and we're planning on doing the Pirate League during our March visit.

She's 9 years old and she has autism. She does well with new things if she knows what to expect beforehand. Her language skills are delayed so she's a very visual learner.

Does anyone have any suggestions? Any links to "real-time" makeovers so she can watch the process? The one on the WDW site is very short and doesn't show the actual makeover itself.

Our 20 year old daughter is going to make an appointment and be transformed into a pirate, too, so I'm sure that will help.

Thanks in advance!

Not to scare you, but just wanted to let you know what happened with us! My son LOVES pirates! LOVES the Pirates of the Caribbean ride! He was a pirate for Halloween and plays pirate all the time. He loves getting his face painted. We had his appointment made and had pirate tshirts made just for the occasion. I even made an appointment for myself too, so we could get them done together. He was 5.

Well, we got there and went to check in, and he was super excited. UNTIL the pirate came out to get us and he caught a glimpse of the inside of the place. The pirate was a larger guy and was in total Pirate character! The inside of the place was fairly dark. My son refused to go in. And I have to say I was slightly disappointed, because I was commenting to my son about how it was all pretend, and the pirates were nice, and I said to the pirate waiting on us "you're nice, right?" and he just kind of laughed. Didn't do much to help me reassure my son.

Needless to say, we didn't get pirate makeovers. And my son still talks about the "scary pirate place!" Haha!

 

[LA PIG]

I took my two ds (6 and 4) to the PL yesterday while dd (6) did the pop diva makeover at BBB. The boys loved it. It's such a fun experience. My dd finished first so we met the boys at PL. We have done this in the past and the CM usually ask her where the treasure is in the castle or if they can trust a princess. Yesterday, however, at least two CM asked her why she was wearing a jellyfish on her head. One CM kept at it for a while, in essence, making fun of her makeover. While I understand that pirates are not supposed to be nice, I felt it was a little too much and too mean-spirited. She was so happy about her makeover until meeting up with her brothers at PL. After that, she wanted to remove her hairpiece ("the jellyfish") and told dh that she didn't understand why the pirates were so mean. Staying in character is one thing; hurting a little girl's feelings is completely different.

 

[Berlioz70]

Mommy2Jameson & LA PIG I am so sorry for your experiences. I shared LA PIG's story with the other pirates to make them a little more aware of their actions. The Jellyfish is a pretty common act, but they should reconsider how it's coming off. It's a way for them play their 1676 character and help them sound confused, but they should not be mean or condensing (which I know they do sometimes).

I know this will not make up for your visits, but thank you for sharing your comments so the pirates can work on those characters for the future.

 

[Radiorox]

Can't wait to do this! My BFF, her kids and I will be joining the ranks in September. I've had the ressie since May and they gave us different times, about 30 mins apart. Still, it's going to be so much fun!

Now I am just looking for an appropriate pirate/jolly roger t-shirt to wear.

Jackie

 

[smiley627]

I have been trying to get at reservation for DD 6 and DS 4 for 9/28 for the past 4 weeks!! Calling 2-3 times a day!! Hoping and keeping my fingers crossed for a cancellation!

 

[LA PIG]

Mommy2Jameson & LA PIG I am so sorry for your experiences. I shared LA PIG's story with the other pirates to make them a little more aware of their actions. The Jellyfish is a pretty common act, but they should reconsider how it's coming off. It's a way for them play their 1676 character and help them sound confused, but they should not be mean or condensing (which I know they do sometimes).

I know this will not make up for your visits, but thank you for sharing your comments so the pirates can work on those characters for the future.

Thank you, Berlioz, for saying something. I do appreciate it. I would hate for another little girl to feel badly about her makeover because of this bit.

 

[pilferk]

Question:

We have a ressie for 3 on the 11th of October (a party night).

That's probably going to end up being for 2 because of some extenuating circumstances that have cropped up with my parents (who are not coming along, it sounds like, now).

Should I call and modify? Or should we show up the day of and just let them know at the desk?

I don't want to lose our booking for my son and I but don't want to inconvenience the League, either.

 

[Berlioz70]

Should I call and modify? Or should we show up the day of and just let them know at the desk?

If you cancel at the desk you will be charged; so I recommend canceling in advance, the others on the board will appreciate it!