Podcast Cruise 2.0 Discussion Thread 1 of ????

[ADP]

Mornin everyone! Today is my day off for working last Saturday so DD15 and I are heading to the spa for facials and pedicures and then lunch. She has to be at the ice rink by 4:15 and I have a 5:30 hair cut. Don't get all crazy here without me

Wow! That sounds like a fun day. Have a great time Stacey!

 

[maroo]

I was a first time cruiser on PCC 1.0. I didn't get a book, I turned to the DIS. I read mostly the cruise forum, and posted (like a madman) on the Official PCC threads. I wouldn't dissuade anyone from getting a book, but I don't think it is a must have necessity.

So you had never cruised before at all?

I am just so confused by the basics...and hate to ask such stupid questions all of the time.

Is there a "basics" thread out there somewhere...I have only been able to spend a little time over there...I already have entirely too many threads poping up to read and 3 Disney trips to plan before the cruise...but I can't wait to plan the cruise stuff!

 

[winotracy]

So you had never cruised before at all?

I am just so confused by the basics...and hate to ask such stupid questions all of the time.

Is there a "basics" thread out there somewhere...I have only been able to spend a little time over there...I already have entirely too many threads poping up to read and 3 Disney trips to plan before the cruise...but I can't wait to plan the cruise stuff!

Don't be afraid to ask questions. Other people have the same questions you do and I will never tell you that you asked a stupid question

 

[mikelan6]

Is there a "basics" thread out there somewhere...I have only been able to spend a little time over there...I already have entirely too many threads poping up to read and 3 Disney trips to plan before the cruise...but I can't wait to plan the cruise stuff!

May I suggest you check in the Disney Cruise Line boards and read some people's trip reports. That way, you can see what other have done, how they've done it, etc... And don't worry about asking questions. That's what we're here for ... to make fun of people who ask questions ... just kidding.

 

[jeanigor]

So you had never cruised before at all?

I am just so confused by the basics...and hate to ask such stupid questions all of the time.

Is there a "basics" thread out there somewhere...I have only been able to spend a little time over there...I already have entirely too many threads poping up to read and 3 Disney trips to plan before the cruise...but I can't wait to plan the cruise stuff!

Nope, never before the first Podcast Cruise. I felt a little overwhelmed. But anytime I had a question, I asked it. Not only did it help me get an answer, it helped me to get to know my fellow cruisers.

There is a bunch of time (like around 534 days) to get acquainted with what you need to know. And as cliché as it sounds, There are no stupid questions. Chances are if you have a question about it, someone else is thinking it, too.

Going on my first cruise felt like that trust exercise where you fall backwards. I had to trust everyone's answers and explanations--regardless if I could understand what they were talking about. Well, I didn't fall to the ground. No where close. It was just about the easiest thing. I'm not sure about how other cruise lines handle things, but Disney made it quite easy to enjoy the vacation. And the tips and information provided by the podcast crew on there "DCL Cruise Primer" series on the podcast were invaluable resources.

So to recap. Breath. You'll have fun. Ask the questions you have, you aren't alone. Listen to Saint Tracy, she knows a lot of answers. Check out the DCL Cruise Primer Series from the podcast. I believe there are three or four installments, I'll check and edit this post to include links or dates of the shows in which they are included.

February 25, 2009 DCL Primer Part 1
March 4, 2009 DCL Primer Part 2
March 18, 2009 DCL Primer Part 3
March 25, 2009 DCL Primer Part 4

 

[klam_chowder]

gooood morrning folks!

Hi Karen! Vinny hasn't pulled anyone over in many years He is in an office and hasn't seen "action" in a looooong time

Yeah, I remember that from the Goofy's party the comment was made about cops, not just cops who pull over innocent lil drivers Say hi to Vinny

I should (hopefully) get to see my brother tomorrow night He lives in CA and I haven't seen him since we got married in 2007

I have a bro in cali too...reminds me that I haven't seen him for a couple of years either. Have a great time catching up, becky. I'm sure there'll be a few of these involved!

Up until I had to say good night we talked about Ice Cream, Pete's AC and lots of food porn.

KK/John mentioned too that for DAP they prolly won't get Dolphun rates like they did for PC 1.0 since no commissions were generated off that super sweet rate we got. If i didn't RC someone will correct me

Makes no difference to me now that I am officially not going to DAP. Not feeling too bad for myself tho cuz a bunch of things happened and medium story is we went to see some local locks and canals with my in-laws, and that coupled with the PC v1.0, made DH think about seeing the grand dame locks of them all. So he told me to go find a Panama Canal cruise! He isn't willing to cruise during hurricane season so the only dates that work for us are Dec: 15 days on a Princess ship!

Mornin everyone! Today is my day off for working last Saturday so DD15 and I are heading to the spa for facials and pedicures and then lunch. She has to be at the ice rink by 4:15 and I have a 5:30 hair cut. Don't get all crazy here without me

Hey, does Morgan figure skate? I'm a pretty big fan - even going to see the Saturday Nite Ice show at Lake Placid over the July 4 w/end. Sounds like a great mother-daughter day!!! to Morgan & Ken! Have a fab time today

cheers,

 

[georgemoe]

So you had never cruised before at all?

I am just so confused by the basics...and hate to ask such stupid questions all of the time.

Is there a "basics" thread out there somewhere...I have only been able to spend a little time over there...I already have entirely too many threads poping up to read and 3 Disney trips to plan before the cruise...but I can't wait to plan the cruise stuff!

Check out the DCL Cruise board for basics. The DIS DCL FAQ is a good place to start.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2068966

 

[DVCsince02]

I love that my children let me sleep in.

 

[ADP]

I love that my children let me sleep in.

Nice! That sounds like the start to a beautiful day!

 

[kimisabella]

gooood morrning folks!
Makes no difference to me now that I am officially not going to DAP. Not feeling too bad for myself tho cuz a bunch of things happened and medium story is we went to see some local locks and canals with my in-laws, and that coupled with the PC v1.0, made DH think about seeing the grand dame locks of them all. So he told me to go find a Panama Canal cruise! He isn't willing to cruise during hurricane season so the only dates that work for us are Dec: 15 days on a Princess ship!

We will definatley miss you guys at DAP!!! That is really cool that you guys are going to the Panama Canal, Vinny really wants to go there... A guy where he works has a house in Panama so he keeps asking Vinny if he wants to go down there with him - not sure if I like him going alone to Panama

By the way, you need to get on Facebook!

 

[Madi100]

So you had never cruised before at all?

I am just so confused by the basics...and hate to ask such stupid questions all of the time.

Is there a "basics" thread out there somewhere...I have only been able to spend a little time over there...I already have entirely too many threads poping up to read and 3 Disney trips to plan before the cruise...but I can't wait to plan the cruise stuff!

1.0 was my very first cruise. I was TERRIFIED to cruise. I hate water. The thought of drowning is just the worse for me. I loved the cruise. The most confusing thing for me was getting on the ship and where to go. I followed Liz (firsttimemom). I don't have any idea where we started, but we ended up at the pool and had lunch. I didn't buy a book. I really didn't go to the cruise forums much. I just asked tons of questions here on the podcast board. I LOVED the cruise. My family LOVED the criuse. DD wants to go on a cruise for her birthday.

 

[jeanigor]

1.0 was my very first cruise. I was TERRIFIED to cruise. I hate water. The thought of drowning is just the worse for me. I loved the cruise. The most confusing thing for me was getting on the ship and where to go. I followed Liz (firsttimemom). I don't have any idea where we started, but we ended up at the pool and had lunch. I didn't buy a book. I really didn't go to the cruise forums much. I just asked tons of questions here on the podcast board. I LOVED the cruise. My family LOVED the criuse. DD wants to go on a cruise for her birthday.

Yeah I forgot about that part. Kim (tickledtink33) took us on a tour of the ship, pointing things out. That was extremely helpful.

 

[MenashaCorp]

I was a first time cruiser on PCC 1.0. I didn't get a book, I turned to the DIS. I read mostly the cruise forum, and posted (like a madman) on the Official PCC threads. I wouldn't dissuade anyone from getting a book, but I don't think it is a must have necessity.

The first step to recovery is being able to admit one has a problem.....


We were 1st time cruisers on PCC 1.0 also, and it went just fine.

 

[tlcoke]

First time cruisers on PCC 1.0, what is one thing you wished you knew about prior to departing on the first cruise?

 

[BriarRosie]

I have only been on a Disney ship once before, and that was the Magic. You know that it will totally mess with my head to see the same layout and call the areas by the wrong name.

"I am going to Topsiders....I mean Beach Blanket...gah!"

The best part of the cruise for me was gloating a bit internally when I saw the Magic docked or anchored in ports with all the other ships nearby. My gut reaction was, "My ship is prettier than YOUR ship!" And it was so true. The other ships, while I'm sure are gorgeous in their interior spaces, looked really ugly next to the Disney ship. I'm looking forward to that reaction next year.

 

[jeanigor]

First time cruisers on PCC 1.0, what is one thing you wished you knew about prior to departing on the first cruise?

I didn't realize that I would have to pass through a security checkpoint like at the airport. I would have packed my carryons a little differently and not have worn any thing metal to the port (like my belt).

 

[dpuck1998]

I have only been on a Disney ship once before, and that was the Magic. You know that it will totally mess with my head to see the same layout and call the areas by the wrong name.

"I am going to Topsiders....I mean Beach Blanket...gah!"

The best part of the cruise for me was gloating a bit internally when I saw the Magic docked or anchored in ports with all the other ships nearby. My gut reaction was, "My ship is prettier than YOUR ship!" And it was so true. The other ships, while I'm sure are gorgeous in their interior spaces, looked really ugly next to the Disney ship. I'm looking forward to that reaction next year.

Not to mention we have the coolest horn!

 

[ADP]

Not to mention we have the coolest horn!

Sounds like you are "tooting" your own horn!

 

[SamIAm21]

Well today's podcast scared me! I thought I'd have to at least October to get a quote in, but y'all are just taking over the whole ship. The prices are so reasonable that even if I continue to work at Target, I should be able to have the trip paid off before we sail -- barring anything major happening here at home. I've already lost my job of 20 years, what else can they throw at me right?? I shouldn't ask that...

Anyway, my daughter and I will hopefully be joining you on Podcast 2.0!

 

[maroo]

Wow!! Thanks everyone! These were all very helpful responses!

Don't be afraid to ask questions. Other people have the same questions you do and I will never tell you that you asked a stupid question

Thanks! You may be sorry you said that sometime later... I will let you take it back.

May I suggest you check in the Disney Cruise Line boards and read some people's trip reports. That way, you can see what other have done, how they've done it, etc... And don't worry about asking questions. That's what we're here for ... to make fun of people who ask questions ... just kidding.

This is something I will definitely have to do...thankfully I have lots of time!

Nope, never before the first Podcast Cruise. I felt a little overwhelmed. But anytime I had a question, I asked it. Not only did it help me get an answer, it helped me to get to know my fellow cruisers.

There is a bunch of time (like around 534 days) to get acquainted with what you need to know. And as cliché as it sounds, There are no stupid questions. Chances are if you have a question about it, someone else is thinking it, too.

Going on my first cruise felt like that trust exercise where you fall backwards. I had to trust everyone's answers and explanations--regardless if I could understand what they were talking about. Well, I didn't fall to the ground. No where close. It was just about the easiest thing. I'm not sure about how other cruise lines handle things, but Disney made it quite easy to enjoy the vacation. And the tips and information provided by the podcast crew on there "DCL Cruise Primer" series on the podcast were invaluable resources.

So to recap. Breath. You'll have fun. Ask the questions you have, you aren't alone. Listen to Saint Tracy, she knows a lot of answers. Check out the DCL Cruise Primer Series from the podcast. I believe there are three or four installments, I'll check and edit this post to include links or dates of the shows in which they are included.

February 25, 2009 DCL Primer Part 1
March 4, 2009 DCL Primer Part 2
March 18, 2009 DCL Primer Part 3
March 25, 2009 DCL Primer Part 4

You know, it is funny, because I listed to each of those DCL Primers...but I never imagined I would go on a cruise...so I didn't take any mental notes. So...I will need to go back and listen to those at some point. Thank you so much for posting them!

I think they need to put these in the FAQ Post on the sticky, too...if they are not already there. This is great, Todd!

Check out the DCL Cruise board for basics. The DIS DCL FAQ is a good place to start.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2068966

Another fantastic idea! I need to bookmark this whole page so that I can come back to it!

1.0 was my very first cruise. I was TERRIFIED to cruise. I hate water. The thought of drowning is just the worse for me. I loved the cruise. The most confusing thing for me was getting on the ship and where to go. I followed Liz (firsttimemom). I don't have any idea where we started, but we ended up at the pool and had lunch. I didn't buy a book. I really didn't go to the cruise forums much. I just asked tons of questions here on the podcast board. I LOVED the cruise. My family LOVED the criuse. DD wants to go on a cruise for her birthday.

Fortunately, I LOVE the water. I swim a mile just for fun and do triathlons, so the water part doesn't scare me too much. I just like to know what is going on and have a plan. And I want to make the most of this cruise, because it will be a while before I can go again.

Yeah I forgot about that part. Kim (tickledtink33) took us on a tour of the ship, pointing things out. That was extremely helpful.

That is cool...I need a 3D view of the boat at some point... the 2D maps confuse me a little, I think. Once I see some 3D pictures and match them to the 2D maps...I should be good to go.

First time cruisers on PCC 1.0, what is one thing you wished you knew about prior to departing on the first cruise?

This is a GREAT question!! I am not sure everyone saw it... I would love to know the answer to this...maybe even as a separate thread on the Cruise board?

I didn't realize that I would have to pass through a security checkpoint like at the airport. I would have packed my carryons a little differently and not have worn any thing metal to the port (like my belt).

Good point!

Well today's podcast scared me! I thought I'd have to at least October to get a quote in, but y'all are just taking over the whole ship. The prices are so reasonable that even if I continue to work at Target, I should be able to have the trip paid off before we sail -- barring anything major happening here at home. I've already lost my job of 20 years, what else can they throw at me right?? I shouldn't ask that...

Anyway, my daughter and I will hopefully be joining you on Podcast 2.0!

I say go for it! You have until Sept 2010 to get your money back...so it is basically a relatively small deposit to secure your spot, which you can always give back if something happens in your world where you can't go. But I hope you can come with us!!

And I love Target!! It is on my list to go there when I get off work today.

How old is your daughter, if you don't mind my asking?