*Sept 10th 2011 WB Transatlantic* From Spain to Space Mountain - Part 3

[melonz]

hopefully they have just changed it for next year because of the olympics and the med cruises will be back the year after, susie

This is my feeling too. i'm so glad I booked now instead of waiting for next year. I have asked for opening ceremony and trampoline tickets, dd and ds do this so it ould be fantastic to see the best in the world.

Back on to the subject of food what age do they class a child? Can said child order from the adult menu and can an adult order from the kids menu?

 

[granmaz]

Back on to the subject of food what age do they class a child? Can said child order from the adult menu and can an adult order from the kids menu?

Anyone can order of ANY menu so kids can enjoy the adult food and adults can enjoy the kid's food!!! No problems at all. Apart from Palo of course which is strictly for over 18s.

I have eaten off the kid's menu a few times.

 

[melonz]

Anyone can order of ANY menu so kids can enjoy the adult food and adults can enjoy the kid's food!!! No problems at all. Apart from Palo of course which is strictly for over 18s.

I have eaten off the kid's menu a few times.

Thanks Maz

I was hoping to broaden ds horizons so to speak. He'll turn into a burger if he's not careful

 

[poohluv2u]

Nothing illustrates American excess better than Cheesecake Factory and their portion size! It's soooo good, though!

I have to agree with you there, DH and I always share a meal at CCF, so we can try and squeeze in an appetizer ... avocado egg rolls is our number one favorite.

 

[birkner]

I have to agree with you there, DH and I always share a meal at CCF, so we can try and squeeze in an appetizer ... avocado egg rolls is our number one favorite.

John and I always share lettuce wraps.

 

[granmaz]

John and I always share lettuce wraps.

That looks lovely to me, but my John thinks lettuce is of the devil!!!!!

 

[birkner]

That looks lovely to me, but my John thinks lettuce is of the devil!!!!!

Too funny!! We eat salads almost every night!!

When my John was young, he used to think tomatoes had "sticks" and would not eat them!!

 

[MandyGirl]

Okay - you guys are cracking me up with Cheesecake Factory! LOVE that place! Ten minutes away, and we also share our meals there. But get our OWN slice of cheesecake.

Glad to see DCL finally updating the webpage. I'm trying to figure out some of the repo cruises, like NY to Galveston ??? Curt feels like we've done the Caribbean too much, would love the sea days for Hawaii, hmmmm. I know he wants to get back to Europe again, soon. But I also know after being on "Mickey's Ship" we are going to have a hard one with two little girls! I am so half tempted to book and hold a reservation until we get it figured out.

I ordered some tshirts about a week and a half ago (posted on here) and they came. From VistaPrint, and got front/back printed with uploaded logos from DISign board for under ten bucks per shirt. Great printing, thin shirts. I did make one shirt grey for $3 more, and wish I would have done more that way, but Curt was impressed. For ex: Did one with the postage stamp on the front chest corner with another logo across the back, but also uploaded Mickey heads with our names on them from the DISign board. Did pirate night tshirts as well. Of course, no kid sizes, so I will be making the girls with the iron transfers from AmyMickey.com but found half-price shirts and onesies at Hobby Lobby yesterday. Couldn't beat that!

I downloaded the C25K program as well, but after two days, I think my right knee is saying "NO!". I haven't run in about 20 years, and even then, it would only be a mile because I HAD to!! grrrrr.

All I know is in FIVE MONTHS we will be in NYC... soon to board the flight to BCN. Can't wait!!!

 

[Pinky166]

Any chance we can see some pics of your T Shirts Mandy? They sound fab.

 

[3canadianslovedisney]

I ordered some tshirts about a week and a half ago (posted on here) and they came. From VistaPrint, and got front/back printed with uploaded logos from DISign board for under ten bucks per shirt. Great printing, thin shirts. I did make one shirt grey for $3 more, and wish I would have done more that way, but Curt was impressed. For ex: Did one with the postage stamp on the front chest corner with another logo across the back, but also uploaded Mickey heads with our names on them from the DISign board. Did pirate night tshirts as well. Of course, no kid sizes, so I will be making the girls with the iron transfers from AmyMickey.com but found half-price shirts and onesies at Hobby Lobby yesterday. Couldn't beat that!

I downloaded the C25K program as well, but after two days, I think my right knee is saying "NO!". I haven't run in about 20 years, and even then, it would only be a mile because I HAD to!! grrrrr.

All I know is in FIVE MONTHS we will be in NYC... soon to board the flight to BCN. Can't wait!!!

Yes, we would love to see pics of the shirts, too.

I downloaded and started C25K, but I'm not running/jogging I'm speed walking instead. I haven't ran in over 10 years and thought I'd start out a bit slower.

 

[Tod&Copper]

Just received undernoted by email from our US TA:-

New Dates and Itineraries to Open Tomorrow

Disney Cruise Line®

Don't wait on hold for hours or get frustrated with an overloaded web site. Do as so many others have done in the past! Trust your booking to the experts at All Seasons Travel by clicking on the appropriate link below, filing a request and leaving the rest to us.

As with other openings, our phone lines will be shut down Thursday and Friday mornings while we get everyone booked. If you have something critical, please send us an email. Otherwise, call after our lines open as we will not be retrieving phone messages until then.

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Disney Magic

From New York City

8-Night Bahamian Cruise

Set sail on the high seas from the Big Apple for a fun-filled adventure. A Park Hopper® Ticket and roundtrip transportation to Walt Disney World® Resort is included in the cruise fare! On an 8-night Bahamian cruise departing from New York City, get to do it all: visit Nassau for shopping and sightseeing, and discover a world of sand, surf and sun blended with all the leisure, recreation and wonder of Castaway Cay, Disney's private island paradise. Then, enjoy all that the ship has to offer while you spend two relaxing days at sea before returning to port.

Sail Dates- 5/25, 6/2, 6/22, 6/30, 7/20, 7/28, 8/17, 8/25


5-Night Canada/New England Coast Cruise

For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line® departs New York City for the beauty of the Canada/New England coast. Discover the wonders of Halifax and Saint John while delighting in the Disney difference in cruising aboard the Disney Magic®.

Sail Dates - 6/10, 6/17, 7/8, 7/15, 8/5, 8/12, 9/2, 9/7, 9/12

2-Night New York Weekend Getaway Cruise

Enjoy a relaxing weekend getaway from New York City aboard the majestic Disney Magic®. Legendary Disney service, entertainment, recreation and dining make this a cruise that will leave you wanting for more! Whether you are looking to make a unique family memory or just a quiet weekend together this is a perfect experience for you!

Sail Dates - 6/15, 7/13, 8/10



Galveston

In September 2012, the Disney Magic will reposition to Galveston, where we will see 7-night sailings to the Caribbean through the end of 2012. 7-Night sailings will visit Grand Cayman, Costa Maya and Cozumel.

Sail Dates - 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15(6-nights), 12/21(8-Nights), 12/29(6-nights)



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Disney Wonder

Hawaii

For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line® departs Los Angeles for the majestic Hawaiian islands. This 15-night cruise is a one-time opportunity in 2012 to combine the Disney difference in cruising with the one-of-a-kind charm of Hawaii's most popular destinations. This cruise will stop in Hilo, Kahului, Honolulu, Nawiliwili and Ensenada.

Sail Date - 4/29



From Seattle

7-Night Alaska Cruise

Enjoy a magical cruise to a place fur traders and gold prospectors once walked and where animals and sea life abound. From the world-class comfort and detailed service of a Disney cruise, experience the breathtaking beauty the wondrous grandeur of Alaska. Enjoy views from the ship of towering mountains, radiant tidewater glaciers and more. Ports of call include Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway and Tracy Arm plus 2 relaxing days at sea.

Sail Dates - 5/21*, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3*

*All sailings above are round trip Seattle with the exception of 5/21 which begins in Vancouver and ends in Seattle and 9/3 which begins in Seattle and ends in Vancouver.



Pacific Coast (Los Angeles)

The 7-night Pacific Coast cruise includes the allure of San Francisco and the beauty of western Canada. This cruise departs Los Angeles and debarks in Vancouver, BC.

Sail Date - 5/14


7-night Pacific Coast cruises include the allure of San Francisco, the excitement of San Diego, and the charm of Ensenada, Mexico.

Sail Date - 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7



Mexican Riviera (Los Angeles)

In October the Disney Wonder® to return to Los Angeles to sail 7-night Mexican Riviera itineraries through the end of 2012.



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Disney Fantasy

Caribbean (Port Canaveral)

The Disney Fantasy is already open for booking through the end of 2012. She continues her alternating Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings. The only change from her usual itineraries is that Eastern Caribbean sailings in November and December 2012 include a stop in San Juan, instead of St. Martin. If you are interested in a Fall 2012 sailing of the Disney Fantasy, call us today and we'll move your booking(s) now!


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Disney Dream

Bahamas (Port Canaveral)

The last announced, regular, Bahamas sailing of the Disney Dream™ out of Port Canaveral is presently a 4-night sailing on August 29, 2012. Following that sailing it will return to the standard, 3- and 4-night rotation through the end of 2012. These sailings will generally depart on Thursdays (3-night) and Sundays (4-night), but may change slightly around the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays.


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Looks like it will be Alaska for us next Summer !!!

 

[Tod&Copper]

Here's what you've been missing Mary......


White Chocolate Chunk Cheesecake Swirled with Macadamia Nuts and Caramel on a Blond Brownie Crust.

We tried for the Velodrome too, along with swimming and diving. Can you tell we want to see the Brit's win a medal.

Definately, it will be a reunion cruise.

OMG Claire that is amazing, I recognise that picture from your Dream MV Trip Report but didn't remember it was from the Cheesecake Factory I'm having one of those

Good luck with seeing a medal winner! We all have the same idea

I think any WBTA cruises in the future will all have familiar faces, we will all be desperate by the next time a ship decides to come to Europe

 

[GA-yaya]

We are hopeful about getting to the Olympics too, good luck with your ticket assignment

We have selected a few events that we hope to get tickets for too, I guess we will all find out in a couple of months if we were successful. Fingers crossed for us all.

We tried for tickets for the opening ceremony and the velodrome... fingers crossed.

We lived here in Atlanta in 1996 when they held the Olympics....It was FANTASTIC!!! There were so many events to see, so much going on in town - and the traffic was Great! despite what everyone had predicted.

Those few weeks were the best time I have spent here in Atlanta - it was "magical". I hope you all have the same experience, and ENJOY it!!!!!

 

[DISNEYFAN_SD]

Hi everyone...haven't been on for a few days lots to catch up on. Does anyone have any ideas for the cost of the new interaries? Sooo glad we are doing this one.

 

[auntlynne]

Hi everyone...haven't been on for a few days lots to catch up on. Does anyone have any ideas for the cost of the new interaries? Sooo glad we are doing this one.

Disney Cruises from Texas and New York!!

2012 New York Schedule - Beginning May 25, 2012, the Disney Magic will sail a total of 20 cruises from New York – including eight-night cruises to the Bahamas and five-night cruises up the New England coast to Canada plus two-night cruises that will give a sampling of the Disney Cruise Line experience over a weekend:

} The eight Bahamas cruises will include a day at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay; Nassau, Bahamas; and a stop at Port Canaveral, Fla., giving guests an opportunity to visit the nearby Walt Disney World Resort. As part of this itinerary, each guest will receive a one-day Walt Disney World Park Hopper ticket and roundtrip transportation between their Disney ship and the resort.

Rates for the new eight-night Bahamian cruise itinerary departing from New York start at $1,240 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

} The nine five-night cruises up the New England coast will call at Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Saint John, New Brunswick. In these popular Canadian ports, guests can soak in splendid natural vistas, explore historic sites, visit quaint cafes and charming shops, and browse Canada’s oldest farmer’s market.

Rates for the new five-night Canadian cruise itinerary departing from New York start at $715 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

} Three two-night cruises (June 15, July 13 and Aug. 10) out of New York are perfect for families looking for a quick getaway with a day at sea over a weekend. Rates for the new two-night cruises start at $370 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

Disney Magic 2012 – New York - Eight-Night Bahamas sailing on 5/25, 6/2, 6/22, 6/30, 7/20, 7/28, 8/17, 8/25, 2012

New York, At Sea for 2 Days, Nassau, Castaway Cay, Port Canaveral, At Sea for 2 Days, New York

Five-Night Canada sailing on 6/10, 6/17, 7/8, 7/15, 8/5, 8/12, 9/2, 9/7, 9/12, 2012

New York, At Sea, Halifax, Saint John, At Sea, New York

2012 Galveston Schedule - Beginning Sept. 22, 2012, the Disney Magic will sail 12 seven-night cruises from the Port of Galveston to the Western Caribbean. Ports of call include Grand Cayman and Mexico’s Costa Maya and Cozumel.

A Caribbean cruise on the Disney Magic offers families a tropical getaway with world-class entertainment and impeccable guest service found only on a Disney Cruise Line vacation. Guests will enjoy three magical days at sea to explore all of the fun aboard the Disney Magic and three days in port to lounge on warm, golden beaches, to swim and snorkel in azure waters or to shop to their heart's content in exotic marketplaces.

Rates for the seven-night Western Caribbean cruise itinerary departing from Galveston start at $840 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

Disney Magic 2012 – Galveston - Seven-Night Western Caribbean sailing on 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8, 2012

Galveston, 2 Days at Sea, Grand Cayman, Costa Maya, Cozumel, A Day at Sea, Galveston

2012 Seattle Schedule - Beginning May 28, 2012, the Disney Wonder will sail a total of 14 seven-night cruises from the Port of Seattle to Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, Alaska, as well as Victoria, British Columbia.

These cruises will combine the natural wonder and adventurous spirit of Alaska with the unparalleled, family-friendly experience found on a Disney Cruise Line ship. Disney Cruise Line works closely with Alaskan tour operators to create exclusive-to-Disney family-friendly Port Adventures that allow guests to best experience Alaska’s natural beauty and rich history.

On their Alaskan adventure, guests may catch a glimpse of a brown bear, bald eagle or humpback whale. They can explore magnificent glaciers and fjords in Juneau. In Ketchikan, guests can fish for some of the largest wild salmon in the world and learn about local culture through hand-carved totem poles. In Skagway, Disney Cruise Line guests can traverse panoramic landscapes by railway, or pan for gold like miners from the famous Klondike gold rush.

Rates for the seven-night Alaska cruise itinerary departing from Seattle start at $917 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

Disney Wonder 2012 – Seattle - Seven-Night Alaska sailing on 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27

Seattle, At Sea, Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan, Victoria, Seattle

2012 Los Angeles Schedule - The Disney Wonder is scheduled to continue sailing seven-night Mexican Riviera cruises from the Port of Los Angeles for the majority of the year – throughout winter, spring and fall.

Rates for the seven-night Mexican Riviera itinerary departing from Los Angeles start at $707 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

Additionally, the Disney Wonder will sail four seven-night Pacific Coast cruises from Los Angeles (on Sept. 16, Sept. 23, Sept. 30 and Oct. 7), calling on San Francisco, San Diego and Ensenada, Mexico.

Rates for the new seven-night Pacific Coast itinerary departing from Los Angeles start at $770 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

For the first time, the Disney Wonder will offer a special 15-night voyage to Hawaii from Los Angeles, calling on Hilo; Kahului, Maui; Honolulu, Oahu; Nawiliwili, Kauai and Ensenada, Mexico.Rates for the 15-night Hawaiian itinerary (departing April 29, 2012) start at $1,800 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

2012 Port Canaveral Schedule - The Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream will continue to sail a variety of Caribbean and Bahamian itineraries departing from Port Canaveral.

The Disney Fantasy will depart on her maiden voyage March 31, 2012, and will sail out of Port Canaveral on seven-night Caribbean itineraries – alternating eastern (St. Maarten and St. Thomas) and western (Grand Cayman, Costa Maya, Cozumel). Special Eastern Caribbean sailings in November and December 2012 stop at St. Thomas and San Juan, Puerto Rico. All Disney Fantasy itineraries include a stop at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.

Rates for the seven-night Caribbean cruise itineraries on the Disney Fantasy start at $959 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

The Disney Dream will sail three-, four- and five-night cruises from Port Canaveral to the Bahamas and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. Five-night itineraries include two stops at Castaway Cay.

Rates for three- and four-night Bahamian cruises on the Disney Dream start at $471 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.

Until she is repositioned to New York, the Disney Magic will sail out of Port Canaveral on seven-night Caribbean itineraries and four- and five-night Bahamian cruises.

All pricing reflects a category 11C standard inside stateroom, Government Taxes and Fees not included. Bookings for the entire 2012 schedule open April 8, 2011.

 

[auntlynne]

Those zips just don't fasten up on fitted dresses by the end of the cruise
I have that trouble with zips too .. what is it with those dresses? Must be the Caribbean heat makes them shrink.


NEW CRUISERS

Pooh's Pals - "My DH Tony and myself, Jane have recently signed up for this cruise, thanks to our good friends Mary (Todd&Copper) and StevieKay (not that we needed much persuading ) This will be our fourth Disney Cruise but our first cruise without the kids"

DEPARTING CRUISERS

Chernabog#1fan - "I wanted to confirm that we will in fact not be able to go now this year. The adoption we are in the process of will not be final and we are unable to take the children out of the country until it is. Hopefully there will be another transatlantic next year. If not, I think the children we have are much more worth missing a cruise!"

CONDOLENCES

Candle Lighting Tribute for Rebecca Coriam, the CM who disappeared from the Wonder was held on Sunday

EVENTS

• Sarah (binkytell) had a birthday April 2
• Sandy & DH Tony (goofprincess)[/COLOR proudly annouced the engagement of #2 son to be married in November
  [*]Mothers Day in the UK was Sunday
  

Today (Thursday): SURGERY

Pixie Dust for Me! - "Well, DH is having spine surgery on Thursday. Fortunately, it's not as invasive as we feared and he should be fully recovered in 10 to 12 weeks. Fingers crossed that it goes well."

TOPICS

• book recommendations
• e-readers/Kindles
• GA-yaya - "The Cove Cafe has a little paperback library - books for loan. I think it is a collection of donated books from cruisers who have finished their books and don't want to carry them back home. My husband "checked-out" 2 paperbacks on our last cruise. So when you finish reading your fantastic novel, go drop it off in the Cove Cafe so someone else can enjoy reading it."
• dresses
• CPAP users: electrical plug is not next to bed
• DLP: Useful write-up by steamboat will page 21, #303
• Formal Wear: how formal is formal
• eBay - when to bid to actually win
• Villains' Night - DISers' tradition to wear purple and black
• Beach Towels - supplied for poolside use and DCL port excursions. Find them in the wooden cabinets on Deck 9
• Nick and Nora (The Thin Man movies)
• It's a Small World - various DISers have history of overlapping times at WDW
• Remodeling houses
• Sarah (TotallyAngelic) wasn't so angelic and posted a photo of a banoffee pie - Banoffee pie (also spelled banoffi, or banoffy) is an English pastry based dessert made from bananas, cream, toffee from boiled condensed milk (or dulce de leche), either on a pastry base or one made from crumbled biscuits and butter. Some versions of the recipe also include chocolate and/or coffee. Its name is a portmanteau constructed from the words "banana" and "toffee".
• Cheesecake Factory
• The Couch to 5K program is an interval (walking, jogging, running) program - might be needed if you partake of Banoffee pie or too much Cheesecake Factory
• "Welcome Aboard" mailers arrived from DCL, listing important dates (full payment due, excursion book date, etc).

eblong - "Anyone have any recommendations for good and reasonable priced hotels hotels in Madrid?"


News of the Week

2012 cruise itineraries for Dream, Wonder and Magic were released Wednesday, booking begins Thursday for Platinum and Gold Castaway Club members, Friday at 8 am ET for Silver and new cruisers. No Mediterranean cruises for 2012.

 

[TotallyAngelic]

OK ... so now Claire is getting revenge for the Banoffee Pie photograph That cheesecake looks divine .... I have managed to stay on the straight and narrow diet-wise since Monday, and now she tortures me with THAT !!!!

Mu ebay dress is being delivered today. Keeping my fingers crossed it fits. Can't wait to get home from work and try it on. NO bigger sizes, I flatly refuse.

Well I have received both of my dresses, and they both gape an inch at the zip. Thats before we hit the Caribbean heat and we know what that can do to a girl's wardrobe !! Maybe this is all trying to tell me something ... I am not the size I think I am Still an inch can be remedied
( I hope ) but these dresses will definitely be first week dresses

John and I always share lettuce wraps.

Now that looks lovely too and healthy with all that salad.

 

[Tod&Copper]

Well I have received both of my dresses, and they both gape an inch at the zip. Thats before we hit the Caribbean heat and we know what that can do to a girl's wardrobe !! Maybe this is all trying to tell me something ... I am not the size I think I am Still an inch can be remedied
( I hope ) but these dresses will definitely be first week dresses

that's the same as me, I have first week dresses and second week dresses, great minds think alike

I see our quotes have top billing on this week's recap

 

[LindaBabe]

Good Morning, Happy Cruisers!

In theory, a 'first week' dress sounds good, but I'm only taking '2 week' clothing.

Before y'all hit the Cheesecake Factory, you *might* want to spend some time with this list. http://calorielab.com/news/2007/07/28/calorie-pusher-comes-to-town-the-cheesecake-factory-hits-rochester/

Happy Day, all!

 

[granmaz]

Now that is just mean Linda!!!!