OFFICIAL The Pirates League Thread

[TeresaMRoberts]

Nope - it's an exclusive spot for those who do TPL, you can't even see it until completing the experience as it's hidden.

However, there is a spot just outside of the League that you may be interested in using... it used to house a Goofy Meet and Greet but is now vacant:

thanks for the tip! I called and try to find out if they were going to be open for my mnsshp party and it doesn't look like it. it's the first time I've called a reservation line and actually had someone kind of the rude to me. I told him about several the people on here having late reservations on some of the party nights. he pretty much called everybody a liar and that they always close at 4 o'clock. He sounded older as well as short tempered I couldnt wait to get off the phone with him! I think its probably because my party is on a Sunday night. Idk.... Anyway couldnt fit it in our trip...

 

[Berlioz70]

Did you get that CMs name? I would contact Guest Communications regarding his behavior - TPL is INDEED open late on MNSSHP nights.

You can always call again, the chances of getting the same person is pretty slim.

 

[stephie1012]

Ds did pirates league on 9/30. He had the best person ever do his makeover. It was awesome, she was so good with him. I'm so bummed I forgot her name I'd love to send a letter or something letting Disney know how great she was.
Pl was a great experience the building and everything is amazing, even dd wanted to cancel her bbb appt for that day to go to PL.

 

[TeresaMRoberts]

Did you get that CMs name? I would contact Guest Communications regarding his behavior - TPL is INDEED open late on MNSSHP nights.

You can always call again, the chances of getting the same person is pretty slim.

I know he said his name at the beginning of the call. But I didn't write it down. I've called 3 or 4 times prior, for ADR, to revise ADR, To change the meal plan, I've always been seriously impressed the the curiousness and attention they have given. Even one call i made like 13 different reservations, I though wow their going to hate me, but not at all it was like I made her day lol. The end of my call was "Have a Magical Day" didn't even get that or any other cute ending to the call lol.

I think I'll call again. I know its late notice, but maybe an opening. All I can do is try. The party is on a Sunday, you still think they are open late that day?

 

[TeresaMRoberts]

You were right! Called and 100 times better experience. Yes its open till 7 during the party I'll be at. Unfortunately all booked up at the moment. She told me I'm most likely to get a canceled reservation just a few days a head of the party to call 2-3 days before the party. Also said it would be fine for me to walk up check see during the party if they had room. She also wished I had the name of the CM from my last call. And SO DO I!

The 1st guy actually told me not to walk up and see if they had any cancellations. That they require reservations. WOW!

I'll be calling back, If any one has a reservations night of the 28th they need to unload, Keep me in mind! We added this party to our trip just last week or I would have made the reservation months ago with my others.

Thanks for the help everyone!!

 

[jvorhis]

We are doing the Mermaid package next week. Do any of the girls wear mermaid costumes?

 

[Funfire240]

We are doing the Mermaid package next week. Do any of the girls wear mermaid costumes?

My DD ended up changing afterwards - we planned for her to wear a purple tank and pink mermaid skirt but were running late and didn't have time for her to change but then we ended up buying Ariel's ballgown anyways because we ate at CRT afterwards. I saw girls with the Mermaid makeover and Ariel's outfit with the outfit that looks like fins (this was on a MNSSHP party night so not sure if it's like that as much during the day)

 

[momtoamulan]

We are doing the Mermaid package next week. Do any of the girls wear mermaid costumes?

Just had tank tops on...it was really hot, so I am sure they would have melted down in a hot costume....

One was a pirate and on mermaid...i think they had more fun there than bbb!

 

[momtoamulan]

I was able to get a ressie for Dec. 2nd but the only time is 9:50am
Dec. 3rd was booked, we leave on the 4th and the only available day for us was the 2nd.
I am concerned if the make-up will stay on all day. My DS wants to do the parade at 4pm.
Has anyone did it early and still have a full face of make-up at the end of the day?
I did ask when I booked it and of course she says the make-up will be fine, but I'm looking from experience. You think he'll be good still at 4pm?

Thanks

Our nine year old sweats like there is no tomorrow in the heat...she had the mermaid package..and 30 mintes later, she was starting to look like she had been crying....lol. What a mess...lol.

Our five year old, however, was fine as the empress...

 

[MikeRx]

Our son was transformed into Jake in April 2012. We returned in July and did not do TPL as we feared it would be too hot. The Jake make-up is very minimal and the easiest to deal with all day long, but the Jake hair is really hot! Even in April he wanted to take off the hair from time to time. We are returning in December and he is excited to become Jake again.

I’m certain we will make it a three-peat in April 2013 and have him transformed into Jake. It is well worth the price. Video or take many, many pictures of the process and value the process (Pirate name, Pirate signature book, Pirate Oath and transformation), not simply the final product. The memories of the pictures/video will truly bring the value to the event even if they want to wash off the make-up immediately afterwards.

Live in and capture the moment!

Mike

p.s. we purchased the picture in April and in May they added it to the PhotoPass+ system. We will use PP+ in December!

Mike DW DS (4) DMIL

First visit 1976, WDW 2/2010 BC CL, Disneyland GC 12/2010, WDW 4/2012 POLY TPV, WDW 7/2012 (off site meeting), WDW 12/12 POP and 4/2013 POLY with Disney Dream cruise!

 

[lauren_elizabeth]

I just booked a Pirate's League appointment for my son on our arrival day in February! He's going to be so excited and it'll be a fun surprise!

 

[meremac]

We did the Pirates League on our last two trips. DD would rather do that than BBB!! You're going to love it!

 

[melnbil]

Berlioz,

Can you tell me what sizes the Bony Pirate costume comes in? We are coming next September and my son is determined that is what he wants. Also can it be ordered prior to arrival, or should we wait till we get there. We will be going to one of the first MNSSHP about mid-September.

 

[shinysparklybubbles]

http://instagr.am/p/ROw1JblDYe/

That is my son's pic from the other day. He LOVED it. So much that he fought me and wouldn't let me wash his make up off for bed, nor the next morning! He also wore his costume twice and I think he will probably wear it again tomorrow!

 

[autismmom1]

Just wanted to provide some encouragement for those who want, but can't get, appointments!

I called for weeks prior to our trip, but the only day we were visiting MK was booked solid. That morning, shortly after park opening (we did ride an attraction first), we walked up and asked if there happened to be any openings, and we got ushered in immediately. I am assuming a lot of people make their appt. for later in the day, so this might not work unless you go first thing, but don't give up hope, it doesn't hurt to try!

My son had an excellent time, the photos are priceless and the experience was fantastic...bless those CMs that do such a fine job!

 

[mickeyplanner]

I just want to put this out there.
Friday we did the Pirates League. I was hoping one of my girls would do the new scary mermaid, but to no avail they both did the Mermaid package. We were attending the Halloween Party, so we had our appointment booked for 5pm

I am so glad we did these. The experience was amazing. The two pirates applying the makeup were awesomely fun. My girls looked beautiful when they were transformed. I ordered them each a costume off of ebay before we went, and the costumes went perfectly with the makeup.

We did end up getting suckered into purchasing the pictures though because the camera guy did a phenomenal job with the quality of the picture and the portrayal of each girl.

I highly recommend this place

Do you have any pictures to share? My DD was watching the Disney vacation video last night for our upcoming trip and now she really wants to do this.

Does anyone have pictures of the outfits available for purchase for the girls?

 

[Berlioz70]

Berlioz,

Can you tell me what sizes the Bony Pirate costume comes in? We are coming next September and my son is determined that is what he wants. Also can it be ordered prior to arrival, or should we wait till we get there. We will be going to one of the first MNSSHP about mid-September.

Sorry - I just saw this post. The largest size is XL, which is similar to a 10-12. The Boney does run a little large compared to the other costumes.

Does anyone have pictures of the outfits available for purchase for the girls?

The pink maiden dress is the only full costume and they sometimes have a Jasmine tutu available, which matches the colors for the mermaid.

Info/photos are available in the first post.

 

[shinysparklybubbles]

Did anyone have trouble with the shirts shrinking from the captain jack costume? I washed my son's shirt in cold water and hung it to dry and now is too small! It fit fine last week and after one wash too small!

Anyone know of a phone number or email that I could contact Disney about? Stinks to pay $70 and then have the shirt shrink after following the washing instructions.

 

[mickeyplanner]

The pink maiden dress is the only full costume and they sometimes have a Jasmine tutu available, which matches the colors for the mermaid.

Info/photos are available in the first post.

Thank you, sounds like I might be better of bringing a special outfit for her.

 

[candielips]

http://instagr.am/p/ROw1JblDYe/

That is my son's pic from the other day. He LOVED it. So much that he fought me and wouldn't let me wash his make up off for bed, nor the next morning! He also wore his costume twice and I think he will probably wear it again tomorrow!

Omg, your DS is adorable.

Is that the jack sparrow costume and hat? Was there anything else you purchased separately? Or is everything else in the pic included?