Unofficial check-in for 2/23 Magic

[dk1093]

We've got a good sized group:

Us: DH (Mike); me (DeAnn); DD (4); DS (5 months). We are traveling with two other couples with kids (boys, ages 4 & 6 and girl almost 2). We will also be traveling with my husband's parents.

My husband and I have cruised before, but never with Disney -- we're really looking forward to it!

P.S. Is anyone else traveling with toddlers or babies?

 

[Rikersmom]

Hi, DeAnn!

Welcome to our group! I'll add you to our list at the beginning of this thread.

I think you will all enjoy the Disney cruise experience. That's my favorite thing--all ages seem to find things to enjoy.

Looking forward to seeing you on board. Don't forget to come to the Promenade Lounge after the safety drill to meet the rest of us DIS-ers.

Karen

 

[Rikersmom]

As I looked over our list, I notice that we have quite a few couples traveling without kids! Interesting since everyone always seems to worry that there will be too many kids on board. Does anyone ever worry that there will be too many grown-ups?

Just a thought. We'll all have to play nice and share the loungers at the adult pool!

Karen

 

[leslemom]

Karen,

Sorry it has taken a couple of days to reply back. I have been busy getting my curise lists done.

It would be great if you add my families names. Lesle as you know, Steve is dad, and last but not least Brittany 7.

By the way in having read this forum it looks like most of the DIS are from the East.

Do you anyone coming from the West or California?

Thanks Lesle

 

[Rikersmom]

Lesle--

I left my heart in California--my two sons live in Glendale, CA. They love it there, and their only wish is that they could afford to live closer to the beach. (Notice I said beach--I grew up in Nebraska, far from any ocean. It took me years to learn that folks from the East coast talk of trips to the shore!)

Are you & Steve native Californians?

Karen

 

[leslemom]

Karen,

Yes I would say you have left your heart in California.

Like most of us here it would be great to be closer to the beach.
Have you sons check out Redondo or to the south Seal beach.

Both Steve and I are Native's, our daughter being a 4th generation on my side.

We have often thought of moving out of state but you can't beat the weather here.

Our family is getting so excited!!!!!!!

To answer one of the other reply's about packing, I think I have been getting ready since Jan. I have had a garment rack set up and the suitcases in our spare room adding and deleteing daily.

Call me crazy!!!

Until later take care from Sunny California.. P.S. it is about 70 today.

Lesle

 

[mmouse37]

bumping up to the first page again!

MJ

 

[mmouse37]

Karen....check your PM's.....

MJ

 

[Rikersmom]

Thanks for the info. I hate the PM's. They always tell me my message is too long. I can't wait to meet you (and all the other DIS-ers) so we can talk in person.

If you didn't get my reply to your PM, let me know. I had a fairly rough day at TDS, and my brain is still there.

Karen

 

[Muffyrides]

Hi Karen:

This is our first cruise. My name is Lori, my mom (Freda) and my 4 kids Isaac (13) Jacob (12) and twin girls Grace (6) and Corrina (6) are all getting anxious. We are traveling from Iowa.

Three weeks from today we will be on board!

Lori

 

[Rikersmom]

Before I add you to our list--we're crusing on the 2/23 sailing of the Magic and returning to port on 3/2. You are surely welcome, but if you're sailing on 3/2--we'll be those proverbial ships that pass in the night.

I spent the first 25 years of my life in Omaha, Nebraska. Where are you from in Iowa?

Karen

 

[gobbi45]

Hi Cindy, I was just reading a thread you started about tropical night and didnt realize it went back to January. Anyway, incase you dont check it out, I was just telling you we were at the Manchester Mall today and saw tropical shirts at JC Penny, Filene's, Sears and TJ MAXX. I'm wearing a sundress that night, that is sort of a tropical print. Did you decide to wait until St Marten? I can't believe it is already the 9th of Feb.
Ellen

 

[cinbis]

Ellen-

Thanks for keeping your eyes open for me! I was at the Salem Mall yesterday. I forgot about looking for tropical clothing.....I think I decided we would shop on St. Martin and quickly put it out of my mind!!! I do have to go back to the Mall of NH (I can never seem to do anything once!!!) so I'll have to take a look.

I did buy my green ribbon (it's more of a kelly green)! I also got the room freshener at Bath and Body Works that was suggested on a thread. It's a nice subtle scent, but seems to last a long time. I like it because the container is very small. They also have plug ins, but I've found those overpowering (the ones from the grocery store) in the past.

Are you still flying out on the 23rd?

 

[Rikersmom]

Just wanted to post to move us up on the board. I did notice in one of the threads that shorts were okay on tropical night in the dining rooms. I did wear shorts last time (in my tropical mood), and I was worried that I was breaking some rule. I'll feel better if I do it again (unless I find a sundress that I can't resist on St. M.)

Hope everyone is getting ready--Karen

 

[mmouse37]

Hey Karen and all the rest of the 2/23 "crew"....

Was in the attic today pulling down the "summer" clothes. Not its off to washing and ironing.... I can't believe we leave for our trip this Sunday.....then board the Magic on the 23rd!!!!

Oh, Karen, I changed my plans and we are staying at the Dolphin on the nights of the 20th and 21st. My elderly Aunt (82) jumped at the chance of going to WDW again!!!! I have Sheraton points so I figured I'd stay there without laying out any money!!!

MJ

 

[cinbis]

MJ-

Will you still be at the Raddison on 2/22?

I got our summer clothes out today too. I think we're in good shape. I need to do the same.....washing and ironing!

Does anyone know if the Magic and Wonder pass each other at sea or dock at the same time on an island? Our neighbor is going on the Wonder 2/26 or 2/27. I'm wondering if we'll cross paths.

 

[cinbis]

I just realized that was a stupid question about the Wonder and Magic. I do know they have different itineraries!!! Never mind!

 

[fuller114]

Hello!

I've never been on a cruise but will be on the 2/23 sailing. Needless to say we are more than a bit excited! Here are our specs:

Me (Linda) I had great plans to get in shape for the cruise and did pretty well until a few weeks ago. Plan to bring all elastic waistbands.

Mom (Judy) Still dedicated to her LA Fitness appointments. Way to go Mom!!

Daughter (Laura) 6 years old and filled with energy. We're fortunate enough to be able to spend a lot of time at Disneyland and her favorite character is Pluto. She's very excited to meet the other kids on the list!

Sister (Lisa) [Yes, my family loves the "L" names...] Lives in Oregon where she is through with the cold and rain and snow! When does the ship sail??

Brother-In-Law (Jarrod) My wine tasting buddy! Any 49er fans out there?

Niece (Lilajane) [Again with the "L" thing...] A curious and all around delightful almost 2 year-old who can't understand why Mommy doesn't want to play in the rain every day.


We're flying in on a red-eye flight so plan to be on the first Disney bus out of the airport. None of us have ever taken a Disney cruise although my Mom took a Princess cruise a few years ago.

Reading through everyone's trip reports and advice has been great.

See you soon!

Linda in Anaheim

 

[Rikersmom]

Welcome Linda & family!

I'll add you to the list (first post on thread). See you after the safety drill.

Karen

 

[gobbi45]

Cindy~ OOHHHHH how I know you feel about returning to the malls. Today, we were at The Rockingham Mall and then BJs for other stuff. Now we are "down to business". We also picked up the small spray from, Bath and Body. I'm debating on holding off on ironing clothes. They always seem to wrinkle and then still have to be pressed before we dress, so I may as well wait.
Yes, we are leaving on the 23rd. Since we are flying out of Manchester, we have a stop in PA. Yeck. We def won't be the first in line. Last year, we were at the Port by 11:00.
Ellen