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

[granmaz]

The mom had told me they were going to do some extensive remodeling but we did not expect the house to be knocked down. What they did is leave one standing frame so I guess that constitutes "an extensive remodel". The newer people who move here often flaunt their "wealth" which usually comes from stock options. I often find it very vulgar to see what monstrosities these people build as houses. One family was very angry that the city would not give them a permit to building parking for 200 so they could entertain their "closest friends". The worst story is what Steve Jobs did to his house here as this article states, Steve Jobs, the Demo man. I am very sorry he is ill but what he did to this house angered the entire community.

Goodness me, he was determined to pull the house down wasn't he? What has he put in its place?

 

[granmaz]

If you leave out the banana it just becomes "Offee Pie "

And if you don't like offee, it becomes just 'pie'!

 

[birkner]

Goodness me, he was determined to pull the house down wasn't he? What has he put in its place?

Here is a link to the concepts since you can not see if from the road.

Jobs house

It could be worse like the Larry Ellison Japanese house here.

 

[Tod&Copper]

Because you are a GOLD member, you can start booking onboard fun and Port Adventures on May 28, 2011.

That's only about 55 days from now.

Wow. Are we trying to do any group Palo brunches?

We hope to book a Palo brunch at the 105 day window and then waitlist for another one when we are onboard. A few people managed to get 2 brunches last WBTA due to the amount of sea days If we could manage a group one, then would be an option, but how do we organise that beforehand?

Nope that won't sway me.

I spotted that was aimed at you

Going back to the shoe obsession quite a few posts back. I bought 4 new pairs of sandals for the two cruises I am going on this summer. Not a huge fan of shoes, but love love love sandals. Too bad I live in New Jersey and only get to use them a few months out of the year. Bought a new pair of black heels too. DH paid for them but doesn't know it yeat. Ha ha ha. OK have to stop shopping now, it's bad bad bad when more money goes out than comes in. Hope to keep my job a while longer. Maybe I can save for a Fantasy cruise in 2012. Time break out the "Disney Fund" change jar.

Fantastic, we love shoes on here Sandals are great though, they don't take up as much room as shoes

i got both dd's dresses for pirate night and my formal night dress, i sooo cant wait to wear them

im so going to have to cut down on shoes for cruise, last year to florida we took a suitcase full of just shoes for me and my 2 daughters

Hi Sarah

Did you get the dress you were after?

The mom had told me they were going to do some extensive remodeling but we did not expect the house to be knocked down. What they did is leave one standing frame so I guess that constitutes "an extensive remodel". The newer people who move here often flaunt their "wealth" which usually comes from stock options. I often find it very vulgar to see what monstrosities these people build as houses. One family was very angry that the city would not give them a permit to building parking for 200 so they could entertain their "closest friends". The worst story is what Steve Jobs did to his house here as this article states, Steve Jobs, the Demo man. I am very sorry he is ill but what he did to this house angered the entire community.

Here in the UK you would have got neighbour notification before the local planning authority gave them permission to demolish or "re-model" and you would have got the chance to object or give your comments on the works to be commenced. I take it that's not the case then in the US?

I love sandals too ... particularly wedges ... hope to pick up some new pairs prior to the cruise to go with my new dresses !!

There are some lovely wedges out there this season I'm ok for them, I got some really comfortable ones from next and clarks last year, with "heavenly soles" so you can go all day in them and still very fashionable. Watch out for the clarks summer sale (they're not all dowdy ) I got some great plain brown ones, mix n match with anything reduced from £48 to £15

 

[birkner]

Here in the UK you would have got neighbour notification before the local planning authority gave them permission to demolish or "re-model" and you would have got the chance to object or give your comments on the works to be commenced. I take it that's not the case then in the US?

Not so much here as you may infer.

 

[granmaz]

Here is a link to the concepts since you can not see if from the road.

Jobs house

It could be worse like the Larry Ellison Japanese house here.

The link on the Jobs house either won't load or is very slow. I will try again later.

 

[birkner]

The link on the Jobs house either won't load or is very slow. I will try again later.

It works ok for me but does take a minute or so. If it still doesn't work, let me know and I will send you the whole thing in a PM.

 

[granmaz]

Something loaded that time - Uk Gizmodo. There was nothing on Jobs's house just news items.

 

[birkner]

Something loaded that time - Uk Gizmodo. There was nothing on Jobs's house just news items.

Here you go:

 

[granmaz]

Noel, something or someone doesn't want me to see that house. The link won't open, with a message saying the address isn't valid!!!

 

[auntlynne]

We hope to book a Palo brunch at the 105 day window and then waitlist for another one when we are onboard. A few people managed to get 2 brunches last WBTA due to the amount of sea days If we could manage a group one, then would be an option, but how do we organise that beforehand?...

Palo has a room that you can reserve for 12-14 people (not a smaller group).

A group request is sent to DCL, including names and reservation #s.

Individuals may make personal Palo brunch reservations at their booking window in case the group brunch room isn't available.

They notify the group's organizer about a month before the cruise if/which day the group gets the room.

At that point, any personal reservations for Brunch from group members are cancelled.

I believe the first requested use of the room gets priority. With over a week of Sea Days, a group should be able to get the room.

 

[auntlynne]

The first post link works for me, but not the second. Here's the first:

http://gizmodo.com/#!5649909/the-house-that-steve-jobs-will-build

 

[granmaz]

That worked Lynne. I think last time it changed to a UK version of the site.

 

[Goofy Adpi]

The mom had told me they were going to do some extensive remodeling but we did not expect the house to be knocked down. What they did is leave one standing frame so I guess that constitutes "an extensive remodel".

It's a tax thing. If you leave a wall up, it's a remodel. If you tear down the entire structure, it's a rebuild. I don't know what the exact advantage is, but it's enough to "deal" with the original front wall.

Ahh... to have such problems

 

[birkner]

Noel, something or someone doesn't want me to see that house. The link won't open, with a message saying the address isn't valid!!!

The first post link works for me, but not the second. Here's the first:

http://gizmodo.com/#!5649909/the-house-that-steve-jobs-will-build

Hope you can see it now!!

 

[Pixie Dust for Me!]

Hi everyone!

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.

To those recently joining, I am Karen and I am crusing with my (soon to be 13) year old son (Andrew). It will be our 3rd cruise on DCL (and 5th cruise overall) and definitely the longest (all the others have been 7 days)! Andrew and I will be visiting DLP before the cruise and are flying to Barcelona the day before the cruise (where I'm still hoping to see the Sagrada de Familia). We're hoping that DH will be able to join us for the Paris part of our trip...but we won't know that for a bit.

I can't remember who posted the banofee pie but....YUM! It looked delicious. I'm presently trying hard to avoid desserts and other high calorie items as I need to lose much more than a "stone" (but would be happy with any weight loss at all!). BTW, I started the Couch to 5K program today and have high hopes.

Take care all. I'll try to keep up the next week or so, but.....

Karen

 

[TotallyAngelic]

Hi everyone!

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.

To those recently joining, I am Karen and I am crusing with my (soon to be 13) year old son (Andrew). It will be our 3rd cruise on DCL (and 5th cruise overall) and definitely the longest (all the others have been 7 days)! Andrew and I will be visiting DLP before the cruise and are flying to Barcelona the day before the cruise (where I'm still hoping to see the Sagrada de Familia). We're hoping that DH will be able to join us for the Paris part of our trip...but we won't know that for a bit.

I can't remember who posted the banofee pie but....YUM! It looked delicious. I'm presently trying hard to avoid desserts and other high calorie items as I need to lose much more than a "stone" (but would be happy with any weight loss at all!). BTW, I started the Couch to 5K program today and have high hopes.

Take care all. I'll try to keep up the next week or so, but.....

Karen

Wishing your DH all the best with his surgery .... hope he makes a full and quick recovery Good luck also with your programme. What exactly does the Couch to 5K programme involve? Sounds like something I should be doing.

oh .. and sorry about the Banoffee Pie pic ... that was me

 

[birkner]

Hi everyone!

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.

Karen

Fingers and toes crossed for a quick recovery for your DH!!

 

[Pixie Dust for Me!]

What exactly does the Couch to 5K programme involve? Sounds like something I should be doing.

oh .. and sorry about the Banoffee Pie pic ... that was me

The Couch to 5K program is an interval (walking, jogging, running) program that I'm doing on my treadmill with an iPod app.

As for the banoffee pie...at least pictures don't have calories!

Karen

 

[auntlynne]

Seriously, 7 Hours without a post?

I'm all excited because there was a news leak about the new sailings for DCL

Disney Cruises from Texas and New York!!

For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line will set sail from three new ports in 2012 – New York, Seattle and Galveston, Texas – making the Disney family cruise vacation more accessible to guests around the country. Additionally, the cruise line will offer more choices than ever before with several new itineraries planned.

“In 2012, we’re making it easier than ever for families to enjoy a Disney Cruise Line vacation by offering cruises from a variety of regional homeports,” said Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz. “Guests can now enjoy a magical, one-of-a-kind Disney cruise experience with the convenience of departures from their own backyard.”

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.