Okay, I think I FINALLY got all my clues together. This cruise is truly their Christmas presents. As you read in my previous post, I feel so weird not getting them anything. So I decided to wrap gifts and put them with each clue. So technically, there will be 2 clues at each treasure spot. This is what I am hoping what will happen at each stop:
1.) open clue
2.) open present
3.) open next clue that will be wrapped within the present so they will know where to go next.
I decided to have presents along the way for 2 reasons: 1) these are things I would be buying for the cruise anyway (Ill just be purchasing them in December rather than March) 2) I hope it adds to the excitement.
Take a look and see if there is anything that you can think of to make it better.
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Dear boys,
All year long youve been very good boys,
But we didnt want to get the same ole toys!
This year is different; our gift will be fun,
But we cant just reveal it; there is work to be done!
Your gift is an adventure, but you must figure it out.
Weve hidden clues all around, so you better not pout!
Youll have to look high and low on this Ultimate Treasure Hunt,
Before you get started, there are rules you MUST follow:
You must stay together at all times
Take turns opening everything
You must read all the clue cards out loud after opening the clues
Now, come on boys, lets get on with this show!!!
We hope when you figure this out you will say its totally cool,
Your first hint is there will be more then 1 pool!
First clue: hand it to them after they read the above.
With this gift, youll be treated like kings and a queen,
To find your next clue, Go to where you get clean.
Second clue: (hidden upstairs in the bathtub)
Get ready cuz were going to take a dive, we hope this makes you feel alive!
Present to unwrap with this clue: Scuba gear. Then next clue that will be wrapped with the scuba gear:
We hope this gift will fulfill many wishes,
Your next clue can be found with the dishes.
Third clue: (hidden downstairs in the dishwasher)
Leave the cold back home, warm adventures is where well roam
Present to unwrap with this clue: Shorts and t-shirt. Then next clue that will be wrapped with the new shorts outfit:
Where we're going it will be hot
Look in the dryer to find the next spot.
Fourth clue: (hidden downstairs in the dryer)
Pictures youll want to take, to capture memories youre going to make
Present to unwrap with this clue: Disposable, underwater cameras. Then next clue that will be wrapped with the cameras:
On this trip you will see mice
Go and look where we keep the ice.
Fifth clue: (hidden in the freezer-icemaker)
Where youre going will be lots of sun, so keep sunscreen on to ensure lots of fun!
Present to unwrap with this clue: bottle of suntan lotion. Then next clue that will wrapped with the lotion:
Are you tired yet? Need to rest your head?
Now go look underneath your bed.
Sixth clue: (hidden under one of their beds)
Food to eat all day long, even multiple stops at the ice cream bar!
In order to get there we will be driving in our car.
Present to unwrap with this clue: tropical themed snacks (anything coconut related, etc...) Then next clue that will be wrapped with the snacks:
You will sleep very close to the ocean floor,
To find the next clue open the front door!
Seventh clue: (hidden on the front door step)
Pirates are the captains of the ship, and in the ocean we will take a dip
Present to unwrap with this clue: something pirate related. Then next clue that will wrapped with the pirate stuff:
3 months from now is how long till your treat, But your next clue is under mom's favorite seat.
Eighth clue: (hidden under living room couch)
Dont get bored on the ride down, take these so there wont be a frown
Present to unwrap with this clue: PSP or DS games. Then next clue that will wrapped with the new games:
Our trip will have music and a show,
To find out more, look down low.
Ninth clue: (hidden under family room couch)
There will be so much to do, even games and movies,
Heck, you will even make your own smoothies!
Present to unwrap with this clue: DVDs. Then next clue that will wrapped with the DVDs:
Youve searched all over, what could it be?,
Go find your reward underneath the tree!
Tenth and final clue: (hidden under the tree)
Once you put these pieces together, lets hope for good weather!
Present to unwrap with the final clue: puzzle (I found a picture of the Wonder and added our dates along with Were going on a cruise!
One final letter (after the puzzle revealing the surprise):
You found all the clues, your search was very well done,
In 3 short months, is when well have all the fun!
Well spend your Spring Break out at sea,
We really hope this makes you full of glee!
The ship where well stay is the Disney Wonder,
Well have 4 days onboard to scavenge and plunder!
We know under the tree is usually filled with toys,
Considering you are three wonderful boys!
But toys only last for awhile,
The memories well create will always make us smile!
Spending quality time together, a whole week long,
We figured we couldnt go wrong!
We love you more than words can say,
And we hope we made this the best Christmas Day!
Merry Christmas!
Mom and Dad
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Here are the clues that I didnt use. I cant take credit for all of themI found some of them here. I really liked some of them but I didnt want them to figure it out until they put the puzzle together. Also, some of the clues were when we were going on a 7 day Western so they no longer relate to our 4 day. Here they are just in case you want to customize your hunt.
Have you ever heard of
Castaway Cay? This one is hidden underneath where mom and day lay.
(Yes I know Cay is pronounced key, but they wouldnt know that so I was going for the rhyme!)
Chips and salsa are a Mexican treat, dont be afraid of the swine when we go on this fleet
Dont forget to pack this shovel and pail, before we set sail
wait, has anyone checked the mail?
Gift: dolphin or stingray toys-- These animals can be found in the sea, and swimming with them will make you full of glee
Hope your not tired cuz youre almost done with the clues, where youre going you will need a pair of dress shoes.
Gift: flip-flops/sandals-- your feet may get gritty, so you better keep them pretty
This adventure is meant for the whole crew, To find your next clue go to where mom drinks her morning brew.
Thanks again to anyone who unknowingly contributed to my treasure hunt! Ill be back on later to let you know how the progress goes!
I sure hope it goes as planned!!!!!!!!!