Some questions about the dolphin swim

[zilp]

I totally understand your point and want no one to have hard feelings

I'm flexible with how I will organize the forum as I want all to be pleased

My purpose is to consolidate sw, dc, and aquatica threads in a more uniform set up so all info about them can easily be found

Your suggestion for Dolphin swim is a good one
I need to read all six pages again and see if all dolphin swim threads will be a good blend together

Some posters have multi questions so those are hard for me to to determine if they should stand alone or be merged as a same topic theme

I would like to group threads that compliment each other that are if the same subject

To relieve your fears, I can move your thread out of the merge.

My goal is to work with this forum to improve it and make finding info easier

Thank you for your response, it's appreciated . In this instance I would prefer my post to be moved out.

I do understand what you are saying regarding having one thread about DC dolphin swim, similar to the pinned Dine with Shamu FAQ thread. That sounds like a good idea, especially if it's set up similar to the Shamu thread. The headline on that post makes it obvious that it's a thread with multiple questions and responses. The first post on the Shamu thread is really helpful as well, since it answers the most basic questions.

Anyway, that's just my opinion. Curious to see what other posters think, especially top contributors like Gina. No matter what you decide, thanks for all your hard work. The Disboards are a fantastic resource and a fun place to visit

 

[mshanson3121]

I totally understand your point and want no one to have hard feelings

I'm flexible with how I will organize the forum as I want all to be pleased

My purpose is to consolidate sw, dc, and aquatica threads in a more uniform set up so all info about them can easily be found

Your suggestion for Dolphin swim is a good one
I need to read all pages again and see if all dolphin swim threads will be a good blend together

Some posters have multi questions so those are hard for me to to determine if they should stand alone or be merged as a same topic theme

I would like to group threads that compliment each other that are if the same subject

To relieve your fears, I can move your thread out of the merge.

My goal is to work with this forum to improve it and make finding info easier

I would definitely appreciate them being separated, yes, as I was asking pretty specific questions about a specific situation, and now I have several comments that have absolutely nothing to do with what I was asking, and I can see my questions getting lost, for sure.

 

[macraven]

Thank you for your response, it's appreciated . In this instance I would prefer my post to be moved out.

I do understand what you are saying regarding having one thread about DC dolphin swim, similar to the pinned Dine with Shamu FAQ thread. That sounds like a good idea, especially if it's set up similar to the Shamu thread. The headline on that post makes it obvious that it's a thread with multiple questions and responses. The first post on the Shamu thread is really helpful as well, since it answers the most basic questions.

Anyway, that's just my opinion. Curious to see what other posters think, especially top contributors like Gina. No matter what you decide, thanks for all your hard work. The Disboards are a fantastic resource and a fun place to visit

I would definitely appreciate them being separated, yes, as I was asking pretty specific questions about a specific situation, and now I have several comments that have absolutely nothing to do with what I was asking, and I can see my questions getting lost, for sure.

zilp, i removed that post already.
i told you it would be done and it was moved out of the merged threads.

mshanson, is there a different post of zilp's you are talking about?

 

[zilp]

zilp, i removed that post already.
i told you it would be done and it was moved out of the merged threads.

mshanson, is there a different post of zilp's you are talking about?

That post you quoted from me was written 7am yesterday, written before you moved my thread today. I see that you separated my thread from mshanson this morning, thank you.

 

[mshanson3121]

I had a 9:15 swim time back in Jan; and I am pretty sure that was one of (if not the) first times of the day. Technically speaking, I believe discovery cove "opens" at 9am; but they start checking people in and letting you get breakfast and suits and stuff starting at 7:30; but I don't think you can get into the water anywhere until 9am.

We arrived and checked in at 9am and got an 11:30am swim time which in my opinion is the best option to allow you to get settled and have breakfast . It's also a bit warmer . Hope you have a great time! It's such an amazing place ... We had an amazing day 3 weeks ago . After that long winded answer .... To answer your question I believe the first swim is around 9am .

The "best" swim time will vary widely by season. In January and February, mid-afternoon would be ideal because it should be warmest. In August, though, first thing is best to ensure you get your swim in before the afternoon thunderstorms roll through.

Here is an idea There are 5 of you in your family

Then 3 buy the full package for Dolphin Swim & 2 buy the package Less the Dolphin Swim

All 5 do most things & when Allotted time comes for Dolphin swim 3 go & do it & 2 watch from shore line ( Maybe 20 feet away )

The 2 watching will have just as much fun watching the other 3 being ?????????

Gina's post 2 is well worth reading .

zilp, i removed that post already.
i told you it would be done and it was moved out of the merged threads.

mshanson, is there a different post of zilp's you are talking about?

All the quotes I just listed, were part of the other thread, not mine. I was thinking you were going to move all the posts pertaining to that thread out?

 

[macraven]

I put the request through last night.
WM did the final change this morning.

I can do a recheck again.
We can work this out so you are satisfied.

 

[keishashadow]

My biggest question is, say you book the dolphin swim package and the moment/day comes and your child decides they're too scared to do it - do you get the money back for the portion of the dolphin swim, or are you out your $140?

On that note, do you feel the $ is worth it for the dolphin swim? It would be an extra $560 US (probably $750) for our family.

They only way you will give an accurate answer is to call DC directly. I'd ask to speak to a supervisor.

If they tell you that you would have "an out" if your child is unable to complete the swim, I'd ask to have it in writing via an email or ask where on their website it is stated a refund will be issued - then take a screen shot.

worth is subjective term. We loved everyone of our visits over the years to DC, just keeps getting better!