September 30, 2012 - "To San Francisco and Beyond"

[Kribar]

my girls faces when they see the fun gifts on our door!

 

[Kribar]

hopefully beautiful weather and laying by the pool.

Okay, there's 10! Thanks for putting up with me!

 

[erk711]

hopefully beautiful weather and laying by the pool.

Okay, there's 10! Thanks for putting up with me!

LOL. No worries! We learned a little about you along the way Welcome!

 

[LiseG]

I've been lurking 4 a while & definitely wanna join in on the fun! We live here in Orange County so are excited we just have to drive to our ship! This is our 1st Disney Cruise and have 4 1/2 year old twins girls. The FE gifts sound so fun! Count us in!

So, what do I need to do besides:

Kristin & Jeff
Sara (4)
Siena (4)
Room 7537

And sorry for us rookies, but are there gnna be any guidelines/instructions re: the FE closer to the cruise?

Cannot wait!! 6 weeks and counting....

Mission Viejo... I'm jelous
We love Farrell's. I surprised DD Sabrina with here first visit to one in Mission Viejo earlier this year. I think we'll be renting a car when we disembark and drive down before flying back to Oregon.

Sabrina was not quite 4 on our first cruise worked out perfectly. See my post yesterday about princess costumes

Glad you're joining our DISfun and the FE group as well!

Lise

 

[adnil530]

The Disney Character Warehouse has moved a couple of doors from the original location and also changed name. This is the e-mail I got from them "We are now Character Depot. Our new store name matches our better selections. More characters from all your favorite brands including Disney, DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Sesame Street, Nickelodeon, Looney Tunes, Veggie Tales, Wizard of Oz, and more". I went to the new store and found out that the prices are not like they used to be. You can find better prices across the street from them (at Wal Mart).

You know, I remember him saying that they were moving. I know they carried some clothing with the Disney tags and some that were licensed. I've even seen clothing in there with other stores tags on them. Sad to hear of the higher pricing. I don't know if I'll have time to get over there and have a look this trip though.

Linda

 

[LiseG]

Yes, we're staying at the San Pedro. We'll be taking the shuttle to the ship. Thanks for the shopping tips.

... If you guys are packing the rum and Kahlua, expect me as a tag along

I think we'll be at the San Pedro Inn as well. We had our wedding reception and spent our wedding night there nearly 18 years ago!


Of course we'll share the rum... wish we had a balcony this trip. I'd buy a blender and we'd invite you over for anniversary celebration. Hoping for an upgrade.

 

[Bostonluvs2cruise]

No Probelm Linda, Will have them ready for you

Hi Jodi,
We need 2 bracelets as well and are happy to chip in on the cost. Thank you so much for taking the time to make them.
Michele

 

[erk711]

I think we'll be at the San Pedro Inn as well. We had our wedding reception and spent our wedding night there nearly 18 years ago!


Of course we'll share the rum... wish we had a balcony this trip. I'd buy a blender and we'd invite you over for anniversary celebration. Hoping for an upgrade.

We have the balcony...you bring the blender

 

[LiseG]

We have the balcony...you bring the blender

You're on ... I'm betting one of the most frequently abandoned items on the cruise is a cheap blender. DH makes awesome margaritas... or we can stick to rum and do Pina Coladas. Ohhhh maybe a Totally Berry if we get kaluah or coffee taquila.

This looks like the ticket all it needs is a Mickey ...

 

[Hollywood Glitter]

You're on ... I'm betting one of the most frequently abandoned items on the cruise is a cheap blender. DH makes awesome margaritas... or we can stick to rum and do Pina Coladas. Ohhhh maybe a Totally Berry if we get kaluah or coffee taquila.

Piña coladas sound yummy. Have you had a lava colada? Any more room for the party?

 

[LiseG]

Piña coladas sound yummy. Have you had a lava colada? Any more room for the party?

Ohhh...yumm. I just found Rachael Ray's Lava Flows - Pina Coladas with Rivers of Strawberry on FoodNetwork.com.

A Totally Berry has frozen strawberries, kahula (or coffee tequilla) and a couple other things. DH knows how to make them... I know how to sip them.

Lise

 

[DesertGal]

Our DD Sabrina turned 5 aboard the Magic We had an outside stateroon with the couch/bed by the window. I decorated the wall and window with bday clings, etc. after she fell asleep so she woke to a "birthday cabin." We bought her the Cruise Minnie costume in the Magic's gift shop, and she wore it most of that day (and for halloween). Lot's of cute photos.

We swam with the dolphins in Cosumel that day. As the bday girl, she was asked to carry the excursion signs and lead the little group off the ship and along the pier. A Disney Magical Moment we won't forget.

The birthday clings are a great idea

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[DesertGal]

yummy cocktails.

Me too. Piña coolava!!

Sadly, since we won't be going to CC, no Conch Cooler

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[Lady Boadicea]

Deb posted a link to a dis thread a while back for info on the Fish Extenders and it is on the first few pages of this thread so I thought I would bump it up here for those just joining us and wanting more info:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2660789
Also please read the first post on this thread for instructions on how to sign up. Thank you Deb for keeping track of the FE list

 

[Lady Boadicea]

Me too. Piña coolava!!

Sadly, since we won't be going to CC, no Conch Cooler

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Ok you are all making me thirsty!!

 

[Hollywood Glitter]

Me too. Piña coolava!!

Sadly, since we won't be going to CC, no Conch Cooler

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I think I have the recipe for the Conch Coolers

 

[DesertGal]

I think I have the recipe for the Conch Coolers

OMG. I would love that recipe. My all time favorite Disney drink. Well, besides the Avocado Margarita from La Cav. If you have that recipe, I'm endebted to you for life.

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[Disney-ite]

I've been lurking 4 a while & definitely wanna join in on the fun! We live here in Orange County so are excited we just have to drive to our ship! This is our 1st Disney Cruise and have 4 1/2 year old twins girls. The FE gifts sound so fun! Count us in!

So, what do I need to do besides:

Kristin & Jeff
Sara (4)
Siena (4)
Room 7537

And sorry for us rookies, but are there gnna be any guidelines/instructions re: the FE closer to the cruise?

Cannot wait!! 6 weeks and counting....

Welcome to the cruise thread! Looking forward to meeting you.

I have received your PM with your FE information and have added you and
your family to the list

We live in Orange County too...not far from the "Happiest Place on Earth!"

Deb

 

[LiseG]

While I'm going crazy waiting for cruise time I keep fine tuning my ground transportation. I think I just found a good shuttle deal for those flying into LGB or LAX.

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Transportation option at Long Beach Airport looked to be a little interesting.

First I figured I rent from Enterprise at the Long Beach Airport and return it to the Enterprise location near the ship, the one way rental was $150.16 including a major DROP FEE. Now I think we'll end up renting a car for about 24 hrs then going back to the airport to return the car (avoid the drop fee in SP). Then we'll jump an airport shuttle to the ship.

First I priced Super Shuttle for the three of us round trip (Airport – ship pier – airport)

• Non-stop service in a small SUV $96.00
• Shared ride van $98.00
• Town car meet and greet private transfers $130.00

I was playing just now and found a better rate with Payless Airport Shuttle

• Special LGB to DCL or LAX to DCL Shared Van, OW... $10. That's $60 RT for the three of us.
• Payless Airport Shuttle.
  
• They have generall good reviews: Yelp - Payless Airport Shuttle - Long Beach

Althought the private ride in the SUV is tempting, I'd rather spend the $36 in the Wonder's Gift Shop... Anyone have experience with Payless Airport Shuttle?

 

[Disney-ite]

FE update: As of today..August 10, 2012...we have:

23 cabins

45 adults

21 children:
7 boys -ages 5 (2), 8 (1), 10 (2), 12 (1) and 16 (1)
14 girls - ages 1 yr old (1), 4 (3), 7 (1), 9 (2), 10 (1), 11 (2), 12 (2), 13 (1) and 19 (1)