September 22, 2012 Fantasy Eastern "From Fantasyland to the Fantasy"

[Webmiester]

thanks it looks like we have all day in st maarten. I plan on shopping and exporing i've never been there

Yep that is the exact itinerary for the 7 day we just finished on the Magic last week.
St. Maarten is a great place to eat some local cuisine and just take a relaxing bus tour. My 4 year old and I did the buterfly tour. The butterfly part was lame and we got rained on half the time, but the tour was awesome!
If you do this, you must ask for Jose (Joe-zay). He is awesome!
Be sure and ask him about the pink croc.

The shopping is just so-so. Lots of local handmade junk, much like Mexico.

Anyway, I might actually take the same tour again, just to hear more of Jose's stories.

 

[Webmiester]

Yay! FO!

 

[Grandma4ever]

OK, here we go.....

We just came off a 7 day Eastern on the Magic and were so pleased (for the 4th time) that we booked this cruise on the Fantasy while onboard.

Cast of Characters: (Ages are at time of cruising)
Me(DH) - Fred - 43
DW - Shannon... turning 40 2 days before the cruise!
DD - Arden - 5y
DD - Ansley - 1y

Room: 7648
Dining: Early/Main
We hail from: Charlotte, NC
This will be our 5th DCL cruise. (Bring on the Gold CC status , baby! )
We will most definitely participate in the FE exchange.

The night before (9/21) we will be at Residence Inn (as usual). We will probably get in too late to meet up for dinner. (we drive down).

** OK, enough of the formalities... **

I just finished reading all 40 pages of this thread... Sad, I know.
Here are the things I remembered I wanted to reply to:

I would be more than happy to manage anything that someone doesn't have time to manage with regards to this DIS group... FE List, Meet Schedule, etc. Just let me know!

Some thoughts on Meet ideas:
Watch the ship arrive (5am-ish 9/22 at the public park)
Chocolate/Treat Meet (Share 'local' delicacies from each person's hometown)
Smoothie Meet (in Cove Cafe)
Cigar Meet (One or multiple nights for those who like to indulge)

The cruise we just completed had a guy that was an expert in astronomy. He hald a 'stargazing meet' on the top deck one night and gave a guided tour of the night sky. It was awesome, a big hit!

* I used to play in Euchre tournaments!

Anyway, just wanted to stop in and say, "Howdy y'all!". this looks to be an awesome group. I can't wait to get to know everyone!

Cheers!

Welcome to our group. I am so excited to see out group grow. You seem to have some great ideas for some diffeerent group activities. Well gotto run, Lois

 

[Shannon84]

I just wanted to say "hi" and introduce myself (Shannon), I am new to the cruise boards and new to Disney cruising...we will be joining all of you on this cruise as our honeymoon We actually met here on the DISboards and got engaged on our recent trip to WDW..his name is Guapotimmy on here (Timothy or Tim in person )...he has cruised once before with Disney, I have cruised before but that was a long time ago with a different company

We are getting married 9/21/12 at the Swan and Dolphin and leaving the next morning on vacation

 

[Webmiester]

I just wanted to say "hi" and introduce myself (Shannon), I am new to the cruise boards and new to Disney cruising...we will be joining all of you on this cruise as our honeymoon We actually met here on the DISboards and got engaged on our recent trip to WDW..his name is Guapotimmy on here (Timothy or Tim in person )...he has cruised once before with Disney, I have cruised before but that was a long time ago with a different company

We are getting married 9/21/12 at the Swan and Dolphin and leaving the next morning on vacation

That is awesome! Congrats!

 

[Paul2003]

I just wanted to say "hi" and introduce myself (Shannon), I am new to the cruise boards and new to Disney cruising...we will be joining all of you on this cruise as our honeymoon We actually met here on the DISboards and got engaged on our recent trip to WDW..his name is Guapotimmy on here (Timothy or Tim in person )...he has cruised once before with Disney, I have cruised before but that was a long time ago with a different company

We are getting married 9/21/12 at the Swan and Dolphin and leaving the next morning on vacation

Welcome aboardand congrats You are going to love cruising with Disney I'm sure your hubby to be has told you DCL is second to none

 

[Grandma4ever]

I just wanted to say "hi" and introduce myself (Shannon), I am new to the cruise boards and new to Disney cruising...we will be joining all of you on this cruise as our honeymoon We actually met here on the DISboards and got engaged on our recent trip to WDW..his name is Guapotimmy on here (Timothy or Tim in person )...he has cruised once before with Disney, I have cruised before but that was a long time ago with a different company

We are getting married 9/21/12 at the Swan and Dolphin and leaving the next morning on vacation

How Awesome. Welcome to the cruiseboards and to our meet group. There are several of us celebrating anniversaries. A cruise will be a wonderful to start your married life together. I look forward to getting to know you and congratulating you both in person. Lois

 

[Shannon84]

That is awesome! Congrats!

Welcome aboardand congrats You are going to love cruising with Disney I'm sure your hubby to be has told you DCL is second to none

How Awesome. Welcome to the cruiseboards and to our meet group. There are several of us celebrating anniversaries. A cruise will be a wonderful to start your married life together. I look forward to getting to know you and congratulating you both in person. Lois

I just wanted to say thank you so much for the warm welcome I have had great luck meeting my fiance on DISboards and some wonderful friends through other parts of the board, so now meeting people who will be on our cruise makes it even more exciting

 

[nenner1]

It looks like the Port Times have been announced on DisneyCruise.com!

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise on Disney Fantasy - Itinerary A

Day Port Guest Ashore Guest Onboard
1 Port Canaveral, Florida — 3:45 p.m.
2 At Sea — —
3 At Sea — —
4 St. Maarten 8:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m.
5 St. Thomas/St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands 7:45 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
6 At Sea — —
7 Castaway Cay 9:45 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
8 Port Canaveral, Florida 7:30 a.m. —

ALSO:

Check out the latest video that Disney sent to me in an email of the FANTASY!
http://disney.go.com/disneyinsider/insider?cmp=dcom_EMC_ins_disney_insider_111101_featvid_1__Extl

Aww, man I wish we had longer in St. Thomas.

 

[Webmiester]

Guess it depends on what you want to do... We didn't get off the ship until 11am or so and had enough time to hit all the shops at the pier and grab a bite to eat before heading back...oh yeah...carting a 4y and 4m old.

Also, can we get added to the official roll? Thanks!

 

[livingis2me]

OK, here we go.....

We just came off a 7 day Eastern on the Magic and were so pleased (for the 4th time) that we booked this cruise on the Fantasy while onboard.

Cast of Characters: (Ages are at time of cruising)
Me(DH) - Fred - 43
DW - Shannon... turning 40 2 days before the cruise!
DD - Arden - 5y
DD - Ansley - 1y

Room: 7648
Dining: Early/Main
We hail from: Charlotte, NC
This will be our 5th DCL cruise. (Bring on the Gold CC status , baby! )
We will most definitely participate in the FE exchange.

The night before (9/21) we will be at Residence Inn (as usual). We will probably get in too late to meet up for dinner. (we drive down).

** OK, enough of the formalities... **

I just finished reading all 40 pages of this thread... Sad, I know.
Here are the things I remembered I wanted to reply to:

I would be more than happy to manage anything that someone doesn't have time to manage with regards to this DIS group... FE List, Meet Schedule, etc. Just let me know!

Some thoughts on Meet ideas:
Watch the ship arrive (5am-ish 9/22 at the public park)sounds cool! but a little too early for us.
Chocolate/Treat Meet (Share 'local' delicacies from each person's hometown))I bet Jen would love this one! I'm not sure Tampa has any local chocolate delicasies
Smoothie Meet (in Cove Cafe)
Cigar Meet (One or multiple nights for those who like to indulge)

The cruise we just completed had a guy that was an expert in astronomy. He hald a 'stargazing meet' on the top deck one night and gave a guided tour of the night sky. It was awesome, a big hit! That would be a lot of fun!

* I used to play in Euchre tournaments!

Anyway, just wanted to stop in and say, "Howdy y'all!". this looks to be an awesome group. I can't wait to get to know everyone!

Cheers!

Welcome! I've added your family to the roll call.

We've got the FE list covered and a few other things that we have volunteers for. ie a Stateroom Tour, Facebook page etc. If you want to set up some on-board Dis meets I'm all for it. Let me know if you want to do that and I'll put you down as the volunteer handling it.

Ron

 

[livingis2me]

Also, can we get added to the official roll? Thanks!

gotcha!
Ron

 

[livingis2me]

I just wanted to say "hi" and introduce myself (Shannon), I am new to the cruise boards and new to Disney cruising...we will be joining all of you on this cruise as our honeymoon We actually met here on the DISboards and got engaged on our recent trip to WDW..his name is Guapotimmy on here (Timothy or Tim in person )...he has cruised once before with Disney, I have cruised before but that was a long time ago with a different company

We are getting married 9/21/12 at the Swan and Dolphin and leaving the next morning on vacation

Welcome and congrats!!! I've added you to the roll call.

Ron

 

[livingis2me]

Aww, man I wish we had longer in St. Thomas.

What do ya think we'll do this time? Turtle Cove was so much fun and Trunk Bay was beautiful! I guess we can look into the Coral World helmet dive thing or snuba... or maybe we can try to get a group together and do something really cool... I think someone recommended a really cool boat captain who does private excursions to you... didn't they?

 

[Dustin2008]

I'm heading to Vegas tomorrow for a 5-Day vacation! Cannot wait! I've never been to Vegas before so I am really excited!

 

[nenner1]

What do ya think we'll do this time? Turtle Cove was so much fun and Trunk Bay was beautiful! I guess we can look into the Coral World helmet dive thing or snuba... or maybe we can try to get a group together and do something really cool... I think someone recommended a really cool boat captain who does private excursions to you... didn't they?

yes..Thomas....

 

[mouseears1]

I'm heading to Vegas tomorrow for a 5-Day vacation! Cannot wait! I've never been to Vegas before so I am really excited!

My husband and I were just there to celebrate our 11 year anniversary. We were married at the Bellagio October 18, 2000. You are going to have so much fun. I love the lights, the shows, the food and of course the shopping. We were there for 5 days and the weather was beautiful. Remember to drink a lot of water it is a dry heat in Vegas and you won't know you are dehydrated till it is too late. That was the first piece of advice I was given when I went to Vegas for the first time and it was probably the best advice as well. HAVE A BLAST!!!!

 

[Grandma4ever]

I'm heading to Vegas tomorrow for a 5-Day vacation! Cannot wait! I've never been to Vegas before so I am really excited!

Enjoy and we will wait to hear from you when you return!

 

[Patrickprincess]

Enjoy and we will wait to hear from you when you return!

Have a great time and watch out for sunburn.

 

[livingis2me]

I just found us on page 4! What is up???? Well, I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Ron