picked up docs, and I am a little upset

[sjm]

Originally posted by WebmasterMichelle
Sjm, I know you're not the Sue (prymsu). That's why I called you by different names, it get's confusing, LOL!

I think folks who deal directly with Disney just want that extra bit of control. They are definitely giving up any discounts available with TAs, and other services that TAs offer, but for some folks that's okay, that's what they want. It's nice that DCL offers both the option of booking directly or using a TA.

With all of the cruise lines you can book directly, if you want to. Most people, myself included feel it is better to book through a GOOD TA. This way you usually get a much better price and if you have a problem you TA will be there to help. I don't see that booking directly gives you any more control, then booking with a TA. Of course each to their own!

By the way, I am new to this forumn, but not to message boards and newsgroups. I do agree they can become very confusing.

Sue

 

[SC Minnie]

prymsu,

I would have been upset too if my name on the docs was a 'nickname' not the one my the birth certificate. When we got our docs this week there was a large yellow sticker on the front stating you need an ORIGINAL birth certificate with a RAISED seal to board the ship. It said without this you could be denied boarding. Since it did not say a or CERTIFIED copy I started to get worried. I wasn't sure if rules had changed since we sailed Jan 02 whenwe last sailed. I called DCL and was assured the certified copy from the state was OK.

What I am trying to say is that I see where you are coming from. With all the extra security in place you don't want to be turned away at the port because of a clerical error.

See you in a couple of weeks!