September 19, 2010 - anyone?

[Emsabems]

I think that the night we return is a MNSSHP at magic kingdom - I wish my boys were old enough to make it! Alas, even with long naps in the afternoon I don't think we are quite ready for Disney after dark.

I was at Children's place today and they had the cutest pajamas that look like pirate costumes. I couldn't help myself

Anybody else getting super excited???????


Emily

 

[Crystal_27]

I think that the night we return is a MNSSHP at magic kingdom - I wish my boys were old enough to make it! Alas, even with long naps in the afternoon I don't think we are quite ready for Disney after dark.

Anybody else getting super excited???????


Emily

Emily, your kiddos might surprise you with MNSSHP - it is an action-packed night, with the trick-or-treating, parades, dance parties, character meets, fireworks, and MK rides. We've been the last 2 years (DD was 4 and 5). Both nights, she rocked it until the end of the party (actually, we left last year around 11:30 p.m. to attempt to beat the crowds, but I think I was the one who insisted on that - LOL). We thought about going again this year, but since we are staying at the Beach Club Villas the night before the cruise, we want to get full use out of Stormalong Bay this year. We might go to Epcot for a bit, though, maybe partake in a few drinks around the World.

I'm definitely getting super excited. This weekend is the last before school starts and I figure after school starts the time before our cruise is going to fly by.

 

[Crystal_27]

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[Emsabems]

What is Stormalong bay??? And where do you live that this is your last weekend of summer? We are in NC and the kids don't start till Aug 25!

 

[Emsabems]

I noticed that at least one other poster is in the first time cruiser boat with me, how about the rest of you? Who wins for most Disney cruises????

 

[Jey12]

We are definately part of the first time cruisers. We are traveling with friends and their sons ages 3 years and 8 months. They are also first timers. I keep begging her to sign up on this board and join in on the FE. She keeps saying it sounds like fun but never does. What's a person to do? LOL.

This may be our first cruise but after lurking on the boards for a month or so, asking the questions I do have and reading about other's experiences I feel like we are not total newbies.

 

[Emsabems]

lol - We are going with my parents, DH's parents, and DH's sister and her 4 year old. I keep telling ALL of them to join this board, but none have yet. My mom is very excited about the FE, she just doesn't have the computer skills to sign up If she can't figure it out I'll have to give some computer tutoring

 

[FairyGrandmother]

Hi all,

I've sailed twice on the Wonder with extended family, but I'm thinking of taking the cruise solo. I will love being in my own cabin, and don't mind spending quiet days near the adult pool, but it' would be nice to know if there are any others also sailing alone? And will DCL likely seat me with other like adults at dinner...?
Has anyone actually sailed single, and do you have any hints or advice if I do decide to do this?

I am a older single. On this cruise I will not be alone, I am traveling with my daughter and her partner. This will be my 3rd and 4th Disney cruise. We are doing a B2B. I am thinking about doing a solo cruise next fall along with a trip to Epcot for the food and wine fest. I have sean a few posts here from single travelers, and there is a thread on the regular boards that includes solo cruisers as well as solos at the parks.
Magie

 

[willijen]

lol - We are going with my parents, DH's parents, and DH's sister and her 4 year old. I keep telling ALL of them to join this board, but none have yet. My mom is very excited about the FE, she just doesn't have the computer skills to sign up If she can't figure it out I'll have to give some computer tutoring

Hi Emsabems! We're not first-time cruisers, but it's our first Disney cruise. My DH and I are sailing with my parents and our 4-year-old son. This will be his first cruise! Tell your SIL to join the board!

Crystal, the FE sounds like so much fun, but between 2 jobs, a pregnancy and a preschooler, I just don't have the time or energy to have everything ready! Maybe next time. Gotta know your limits! Have fun, guys!

jenny

 

[Emsabems]

Jenny - So glad to hear all the pre-schoolers that are coming! My 3 and 5 boys will have a blast meeting all of you

My parents and in laws are coming too - with all the activities, plus grandparents in tow I have a feeling we won't be seeing our kids all that often

 

[JRose48]

This is our second cruise. We went last Sept on a three night. I'm really excited!!!

 

[UGAFan0829]

I noticed that at least one other poster is in the first time cruiser boat with me, how about the rest of you? Who wins for most Disney cruises????

This will be mine and the DH's 4th cruise--all on DCL! We are both so excited to cruise again...we just can't wait! And this will be my first time participating in the FE, so I'm excited about that as well. I finally ordered the FE off e-Bay last week, so I hope it gets here soon. Now, I just have to figure out what I'm doing for gifts!

 

[gdaneowner]

We are definately part of the first time cruisers. We are traveling with friends and their sons ages 3 years and 8 months. They are also first timers. I keep begging her to sign up on this board and join in on the FE. She keeps saying it sounds like fun but never does. What's a person to do? LOL.

This may be our first cruise but after lurking on the boards for a month or so, asking the questions I do have and reading about other's experiences I feel like we are not total newbies.

Here I am!.. Now shuddup!...lol... I am now registared. Although we are first time Disney cruisers, we are not new to Disney. My husband and I went to Disney World for our honeymoon in 2006, and we went again August 2009 with my then 2yr old son and my niece.

 

[Crystal_27]

What is Stormalong bay??? And where do you live that this is your last weekend of summer? We are in NC and the kids don't start till Aug 25!

Stormalong Bay is the Beach and Yacht Club's pool...supposed to be the best pool on property. We are definitely excited about trying it out. And, we are in the 'burbs of Atlanta. We had a more typical school year last year, but the school board implemented a new calendar for the 2010-2012 school years. We do start out earlier, but one of the things I love is that the school gives off a week in September. That means we can cruise "on the cheap" and DD doesn't have to miss any school.

I noticed that at least one other poster is in the first time cruiser boat with me, how about the rest of you? Who wins for most Disney cruises????

This (along with the cruise on September 23rd) will be our 3rd and 4th DCL cruises. We've only been on 2 cruises previously, but we are hooked. We have another cruise booked on the Dream in 2011, and we are hoping to do another back-to-back in September, 2011 on the Dream.

 

[UGAFan0829]

This (along with the cruise on September 23rd) will be our 3rd and 4th DCL cruises. We've only been on 2 cruises previously, but we are hooked. We have another cruise booked on the Dream in 2011, and we are hoping to do another back-to-back in September, 2011 on the Dream.

Which sailing are you booked on for the Dream? It would be too funny if we sailed together again as we are booked for the 9/11 sailing!

 

[Crystal_27]

Which sailing are you booked on for the Dream? It would be too funny if we sailed together again as we are booked for the 9/11 sailing!

We aren't quite sure yet what DD's 2011-2012 school schedule is going to look like, but I suspect that she'll be getting off the same week next year as this year, which actually works out so well in that the DVC member cruise is scheduled to begin September 18th, and we would just do another back-to-back on either the front end or back end of the member cruise (if that is indeed the week she is off). We are going to book a "dummy week" while onboard this cruise so we can at least take advantage of getting a discount on the non-DVC cruise portion. If she doesn't get the same week off in 2011, we could very well end up on the same cruise again because she will get one of the weeks off in September for sure.

 

[amyren]

I think that the night we return is a MNSSHP at magic kingdom - I wish my boys were old enough to make it! Alas, even with long naps in the afternoon I don't think we are quite ready for Disney after dark.

I was at Children's place today and they had the cutest pajamas that look like pirate costumes. I couldn't help myself

Anybody else getting super excited???????


Emily

We have tickets to MNSSHP the night the cruise returns. We are going to try it with a 2 year old I've heard you can get in before the party actually starts, so even if we don't stay until midnight I think it will be lots of fun. We are only staying at WDW for 3 nights so I want to take advantage of our time. I'm so excited about the cruise and WDW. Counting down the days.

 

[Crystal_27]

I've heard you can get in before the party actually starts

Yup - you can get in at 4:00 p.m. for a 7:00 p.m. party start. We've done this the past 2 years we went and walked on every ride that we wanted (including Splash Mountain back-to-back-to-back). Its a nice perk.

 

[Belle402]

I've been on two three day cruises on the Wonder (one on halloween) and one 7 day cruise on the Magic. This year I am excited about my first visit to Bay Lake Tower before the cruise. I am hoping to book the Dream during our cruise.

Marianne

 

[vmedisneymom]

Hi All,
I just read the whole thread and wanted to say that we are first time cruisers - and have not a clue but are excited to join in on the fun! We will do the FE do but no clue about anything! We did get Palo dinner second night - is that bad? Haven't seen any brunch or high tea since I booked it a month or so ago? Any list somewhere on cool ideas for baskets from Shirley or FE gifts? We are GTY - when will we ever get a room assignment?
Have a wonderful day!
Michelle