WBRepo-Ship of Thieves-Remember the Magic Pt 15

[Tink rules]

OK ressie is made. Party of 6 on Sun Nov 29 at noon in the Vu restaurant in the Hyatt hotel. The ressie is in John's name. I think he's going to feel like he's in a harem with all the women and he's the only male. haha.

Should we make him wear pink?

ABSOLUTELY!!!!!!!!!

and I think I'm going to wait for the 1st 6 months or so before I go on the new ship... I want them to work out the kinks, etc for it...

 

[Tink rules]

I think the non refundable deposits are to keep the extra people and the double bookers off the phones that day... they should do this with the PC cruises too... would keep the serious people in and keep the prices from rising so fast...

 

[EllaEnchanted]

Well, it means that I book on Monday!!! I have to call DCL myself with my existing ressie and then transfer it to DU. Marla is going to be unavailable Monday morning. Will DCL let me do it that way?

What time should I start calling? 7am, 8am, 9am? I forget.

 

[Tink rules]

I think it's 8 on the phone...

but you could call now..I'm sure they have some fun Mickey Music playing..

 

[EllaEnchanted]

I think it's 8 on the phone...

but you could call now..I'm sure they have some fun Mickey Music playing..

Thanks Shell, I'll call tomorrow. I have to make sure that they're going to let me book it since I'm transferring a DU ressie. I'll find out.

 

[Tink rules]

NIght Deb...

Please say good morning to the lovely ladies across the pond... (and Ian...)

 

[scottishwee35]

Good Morning

Oh I would love to book Dreams for April 2011 for 3 nights before RCCI

but only one booking as I am silver mean I wait until 9 November for booking it? or should I wait until next year when I am on the Magic Cruise then book it with discount?

Or should I contact TA and send the quote?

Anyone can advise me, I should be grateful

thanks

Scottishwee35

 

[scottishwee35]

Just got this email from Marla at DU:


Hi

Disney Cruise Line has released their new ship (the Dream) information today

** Important Booking Details **

Bookings for 2011 sailings on the new Disney Dream open to all on Nov. 9, 2009.

As a benefit to you who have completed at least 5 (five) previous sailings with Disney Cruise Line, bookings will open on Nov. 2, 2009.

Available by phone only.

A Gold or Platinum Castaway Club Member must appear on the stateroom reservation.

Due to anticipated demand, initial booking is limited to one stateroom per Gold or Platinum Member.

**** Maiden Voyage - Due to the anticipated popularity and demand of the Maiden Voyage on Jan. 26, 2011, the following conditions apply:

4 Night Cruise

$ 400.00 deposit per person non refundable deposit due for Categories 4A – 11C by 11:59 p.m. on the day of booking

Final payment is due 105 days prior to sailing

*** Disney Dream Inaugural Sailings

Sail Date: January 30, 2011

4 Night Cruise

$ 200.00 per person deposit due for Categories 4A 11C by 11:59 p.m. on the day of booking

February 2 and February 6, 2011

3 Night Cruise

$ 200.00 per person deposit due for Categories 4A 11C by 11:59 p.m. on the day of booking

Staterooms and Suites

Catering to the unique vacation needs of families, Disney Dream staterooms offer comfort and style synonymous throughout the Disney fleet.

150 inside staterooms featuring Virtual Portholes, a cruise-industry first.

1,100 outside staterooms

860 verandahs

199 ocean views

20 concierge family ocean view suites with verandah

19 concierge one-bedroom suites with verandah

2 concierge royal suites

500 connecting doors adjoining staterooms.

2011

3 night cruises

February 3, 10, 17, 24

March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

April 7, 14, 21, 28

May 5, 12, 19, 26

August 25

September 1, 08, 15, 22, 29

October 6, 13, 20, 27

November 3, 10, 17, 20

December 1, 08, 15, 26

Itinerary

Port Canaveral, Florida
Nassau
Castaway Cay
Port Canaveral, Florida

4 night cruises

January 30

February 6, 13, 20, 27

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3, 10, 17, 24

May 1, 08, 15, 22

June 3, 17

July 1, 15, 29

August 12, 21, 28

September 4, 11, 18, 25

October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

November 6, 13, 27

December 4, 11, 18, 22

Itinerary
Port Canaveral, Florida
Nassau
Castaway Cay
Sea Day
Port Canaveral, Florida

4-Night Bahamian Cruise - Day At Sea Before Castaway Cay

January 26

November 23

Itinerary
Port Canaveral, Florida
Nassau
Sea Day
Castaway Cay
Port Canaveral, Florida

5 night cruises

5-Night Bahamian - 2 Stops at Castaway Cay

May 29

June 12, 26

July 10, 24

August 7

December 29

Itinerary

Port Canaveral, Florida
Castaway Cay
Nassau
Sea Day
Cataway Cay
Port Canaveral, Florida

5-Night Bahamian - 2 Stops at Castaway Cay, At Sea Before Nassau

June 7.21

July 5, 19

August 2, 16

Itinerary

Port Canaveral, Florida
Castaway Cay
Sea Day
Nassau
Castaway Cay
Port Canaveral, Florida

Stateroom Numbers for Dream

Concierge Royal Suite with Verandah

These suites are all Category R, located on Deck 12, Forward

Sleeps: 5

Size: approximately 887 to 898 sq. ft. excluding verandah

Room Configuration: 1 master bedroom with queen-size bed, 1 wall pull-down double bed and 1 wall pull-down single bed in the living room, 2 bathrooms including master with double sinks, rain shower and whirlpool tubs (whirlpool tub is also on the verandah), living room, media library with wall pull-down bed, open dining salon, pantry, wet bar and walk-in closets

View: Private verandah with floor-to-ceiling windows in main living space

Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah

Category T, located Forward of Decks 11 and 12.

Sleeps: 5

Size: 536 sq. ft. excluding verandah

Room Configuration: 1 bedroom with queen-size bed, living area with double convertible sofa, single wall pull-down bed in the living room, walk-in closet, whirlpool in the master bathroom, 2 bathrooms with rain shower

View: Private verandah

Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

Located on Decks 11 and 12, the Concierge Family Stateroom with Verandah is classified as a Category V Stateroom.

Sleeps: 5

Size: 263 sq. ft. excluding verandah

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed or 2 twin beds, double convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down bed, full bath (vanity, sink, round tub and shower), half bath (vanity, sink and toilet)

View: Private verandah

Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

The Deluxe Family Stateroom with Verandah is classified as Categories 4A - 4D located Midship of Decks 6 - 10 as follows:

Category 4A: Decks 10, 9
Category 4B: Deck 8
Category 4C: Deck 7
Category 4D: Deck 6

Sleeps: 4 to 5

Size: 256 sq. ft. excluding verandah

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, wall pull-down bed (in most) and upper berth pull-down bed, split bath with round tub and shower

View: Private verandah

Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah is classified as Categories 5A - 5E, 6A and 6B located on Decks 5 - 10, as follows:
Category 5A: Decks 9, 10
Category 5B: Deck 8
Category 5C: Deck 7
Category 5D: Deck 6
Category 5E: Deck 5
Category 6A: Decks 8, 9, 10 (whitewall verandahs)
Category 6B: Decks 5, 6, 7 (whitewall verandahs)

Sleeps: 3 or 4

Size: 203 sq. ft. excluding verandah
Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down bed if sleeping 4, split bath with tub and shower

View: Private verandah

Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom

A Deluxe Family Stateroom is classified as Categories 8A - 8D located Forward or Aft of Decks 5 - 9, as follows:
Category 8A: Decks 5, 6 (larger)
Category 8B: Deck 9
Category 8C: Deck 7, 8
Category 8D: Deck 5, 6

Sleeps: 3 to 5

Size: 241 sq. ft.

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, wall pull-down bed (in most) or upper berth pull-down bed (in some), split bath with round tub and shower

View: One large porthole window with built-in seating

Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom is classified as Categories 9A-9B located on Decks 2, 5 - 8, as follows:
Category 9A: Decks 5,6,7,8
Category 9B: Deck 2

Sleeps: 3 or 4

Size: 204 sq. ft.

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down beds in some, split bath with tub and shower

View: One large porthole window or 2 small porthole windows

Deluxe Inside Stateroom

A Deluxe Inside Stateroom is classified as Category 10A

Sleeps: 3 or 4

Size: 204 sq. ft.

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down bed (in some), split bath with tub and shower

View: Virtual porthole with real-time view

Standard Inside Stateroom

Stateroom is classified as Categories 11A - 11C located on Decks 2, 5 - 10, as follows:
Category 11A: Decks 8, 9, 10
Category 11B: Decks 5, 6, 7
Category 11C: Deck 2

Sleeps: 3 or 4

Size: 169 sq. ft.

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down bed (in some), bath with tub and shower

View: Virtual porthole with real-time views

Please note:

Due to the strict deposit policies in place by DCL for the Maiden Voyages (1/26. 1/30, 2/3 and 2/6), we will not be able to place a hold on the quote and payment will be due by the end of that day. Disney Cruise Line closes at 10:00 p.m. EST

I would suggest supplying credit card information so any of the 4 Maiden Voyages so we can book it for you when it is called in. Please let me know if you have an ‘upper limit’ on price. Please also note as per DCL’s policy the 01/26/2011 cruise deposit is NON REFUNDABLE

You can have your clients submit their CC info to you via our secure payment form here https://www.dreamsunlimitedtravel.com/reservations/process/index.cfm - just make sure they indicate in the ‘notes’ field that it is for me to charge the deposit needed for their cruise that way the payment team will know to get you the info. The client can leave the ‘amount’ field as ‘0.00’ if they are unsure – or you can tell them what the deposit will be based on what we know already.

I hope this helps and that you are having a great day!


Marla

oh thank you Deb

Scottishwee35

 

[iankh]

oh, I didn't realize I could just jump lines at the Embarcadero. I'll come and bring Willie, we'll see ya hmmmm 4 days after we get on that train

Hey send me good thoughts, I got off my hinnie and created a resume today.

First time in 14+ years

I saw an ad on Craig's list for what I do as a consultant for another company. I guess it's the best of the worst evils. Do the same kinda thing I've done on my own, but make 1/2 the hourly rate for it. I hope they have some work and I can flatter my way into a job

Hey Nan, good luck! You are so smart I can't believe that you wouldn't get the job.

The shareholders are going to vote in November on the sale of our company to the NY company. It will all be over by November 16th.

Next week some people are coming in from NY. There's a session set up with me. I need to figure out what I want to be doing and try not to get so nervous that I throw up.

 

[mishoe01]

Just got this email from Marla at DU:


Hi

Disney Cruise Line has released their new ship (the Dream) information today

** Important Booking Details **

Bookings for 2011 sailings on the new Disney Dream open to all on Nov. 9, 2009.

As a benefit to you who have completed at least 5 (five) previous sailings with Disney Cruise Line, bookings will open on Nov. 2, 2009.

Available by phone only.

A Gold or Platinum Castaway Club Member must appear on the stateroom reservation.

Due to anticipated demand, initial booking is limited to one stateroom per Gold or Platinum Member.

**** Maiden Voyage - Due to the anticipated popularity and demand of the Maiden Voyage on Jan. 26, 2011, the following conditions apply:

4 Night Cruise

$ 400.00 deposit per person non refundable deposit due for Categories 4A – 11C by 11:59 p.m. on the day of booking

Final payment is due 105 days prior to sailing

*** Disney Dream Inaugural Sailings

Sail Date: January 30, 2011

4 Night Cruise

$ 200.00 per person deposit due for Categories 4A 11C by 11:59 p.m. on the day of booking

February 2 and February 6, 2011

3 Night Cruise

$ 200.00 per person deposit due for Categories 4A 11C by 11:59 p.m. on the day of booking

Staterooms and Suites

Catering to the unique vacation needs of families, Disney Dream staterooms offer comfort and style synonymous throughout the Disney fleet.

150 inside staterooms featuring Virtual Portholes, a cruise-industry first.

1,100 outside staterooms

860 verandahs

199 ocean views

20 concierge family ocean view suites with verandah

19 concierge one-bedroom suites with verandah

2 concierge royal suites

500 connecting doors adjoining staterooms.

2011

3 night cruises

February 3, 10, 17, 24

March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

April 7, 14, 21, 28

May 5, 12, 19, 26

August 25

September 1, 08, 15, 22, 29

October 6, 13, 20, 27

November 3, 10, 17, 20

December 1, 08, 15, 26

Itinerary

Port Canaveral, Florida
Nassau
Castaway Cay
Port Canaveral, Florida

4 night cruises

January 30

February 6, 13, 20, 27

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3, 10, 17, 24

May 1, 08, 15, 22

June 3, 17

July 1, 15, 29

August 12, 21, 28

September 4, 11, 18, 25

October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

November 6, 13, 27

December 4, 11, 18, 22

Itinerary
Port Canaveral, Florida
Nassau
Castaway Cay
Sea Day
Port Canaveral, Florida

4-Night Bahamian Cruise - Day At Sea Before Castaway Cay

January 26

November 23

Itinerary
Port Canaveral, Florida
Nassau
Sea Day
Castaway Cay
Port Canaveral, Florida

5 night cruises

5-Night Bahamian - 2 Stops at Castaway Cay

May 29

June 12, 26

July 10, 24

August 7

December 29

Itinerary

Port Canaveral, Florida
Castaway Cay
Nassau
Sea Day
Cataway Cay
Port Canaveral, Florida

5-Night Bahamian - 2 Stops at Castaway Cay, At Sea Before Nassau

June 7.21

July 5, 19

August 2, 16

Itinerary

Port Canaveral, Florida
Castaway Cay
Sea Day
Nassau
Castaway Cay
Port Canaveral, Florida

Stateroom Numbers for Dream

Concierge Royal Suite with Verandah

These suites are all Category R, located on Deck 12, Forward

Sleeps: 5

Size: approximately 887 to 898 sq. ft. excluding verandah

Room Configuration: 1 master bedroom with queen-size bed, 1 wall pull-down double bed and 1 wall pull-down single bed in the living room, 2 bathrooms including master with double sinks, rain shower and whirlpool tubs (whirlpool tub is also on the verandah), living room, media library with wall pull-down bed, open dining salon, pantry, wet bar and walk-in closets

View: Private verandah with floor-to-ceiling windows in main living space

Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah

Category T, located Forward of Decks 11 and 12.

Sleeps: 5

Size: 536 sq. ft. excluding verandah

Room Configuration: 1 bedroom with queen-size bed, living area with double convertible sofa, single wall pull-down bed in the living room, walk-in closet, whirlpool in the master bathroom, 2 bathrooms with rain shower

View: Private verandah

Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

Located on Decks 11 and 12, the Concierge Family Stateroom with Verandah is classified as a Category V Stateroom.

Sleeps: 5

Size: 263 sq. ft. excluding verandah

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed or 2 twin beds, double convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down bed, full bath (vanity, sink, round tub and shower), half bath (vanity, sink and toilet)

View: Private verandah

Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

The Deluxe Family Stateroom with Verandah is classified as Categories 4A - 4D located Midship of Decks 6 - 10 as follows:

Category 4A: Decks 10, 9
Category 4B: Deck 8
Category 4C: Deck 7
Category 4D: Deck 6

Sleeps: 4 to 5

Size: 256 sq. ft. excluding verandah

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, wall pull-down bed (in most) and upper berth pull-down bed, split bath with round tub and shower

View: Private verandah

Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah is classified as Categories 5A - 5E, 6A and 6B located on Decks 5 - 10, as follows:
Category 5A: Decks 9, 10
Category 5B: Deck 8
Category 5C: Deck 7
Category 5D: Deck 6
Category 5E: Deck 5
Category 6A: Decks 8, 9, 10 (whitewall verandahs)
Category 6B: Decks 5, 6, 7 (whitewall verandahs)

Sleeps: 3 or 4

Size: 203 sq. ft. excluding verandah
Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down bed if sleeping 4, split bath with tub and shower

View: Private verandah

Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom

A Deluxe Family Stateroom is classified as Categories 8A - 8D located Forward or Aft of Decks 5 - 9, as follows:
Category 8A: Decks 5, 6 (larger)
Category 8B: Deck 9
Category 8C: Deck 7, 8
Category 8D: Deck 5, 6

Sleeps: 3 to 5

Size: 241 sq. ft.

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, wall pull-down bed (in most) or upper berth pull-down bed (in some), split bath with round tub and shower

View: One large porthole window with built-in seating

Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom is classified as Categories 9A-9B located on Decks 2, 5 - 8, as follows:
Category 9A: Decks 5,6,7,8
Category 9B: Deck 2

Sleeps: 3 or 4

Size: 204 sq. ft.

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down beds in some, split bath with tub and shower

View: One large porthole window or 2 small porthole windows

Deluxe Inside Stateroom

A Deluxe Inside Stateroom is classified as Category 10A

Sleeps: 3 or 4

Size: 204 sq. ft.

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down bed (in some), split bath with tub and shower

View: Virtual porthole with real-time view

Standard Inside Stateroom

Stateroom is classified as Categories 11A - 11C located on Decks 2, 5 - 10, as follows:
Category 11A: Decks 8, 9, 10
Category 11B: Decks 5, 6, 7
Category 11C: Deck 2

Sleeps: 3 or 4

Size: 169 sq. ft.

Room Configuration: Queen-size bed, single convertible sofa, upper berth pull-down bed (in some), bath with tub and shower

View: Virtual porthole with real-time views

Please note:

Due to the strict deposit policies in place by DCL for the Maiden Voyages (1/26. 1/30, 2/3 and 2/6), we will not be able to place a hold on the quote and payment will be due by the end of that day. Disney Cruise Line closes at 10:00 p.m. EST

I would suggest supplying credit card information so any of the 4 Maiden Voyages so we can book it for you when it is called in. Please let me know if you have an ‘upper limit’ on price. Please also note as per DCL’s policy the 01/26/2011 cruise deposit is NON REFUNDABLE

You can have your clients submit their CC info to you via our secure payment form here https://www.dreamsunlimitedtravel.com/reservations/process/index.cfm - just make sure they indicate in the ‘notes’ field that it is for me to charge the deposit needed for their cruise that way the payment team will know to get you the info. The client can leave the ‘amount’ field as ‘0.00’ if they are unsure – or you can tell them what the deposit will be based on what we know already.

I hope this helps and that you are having a great day!


Marla

DEB - can you ask Marla if the deposit can be MOVED/Shifted to another sailing if need be???

Thanks!

 

[mishoe01]

Hey Nan, good luck! You are so smart I can't believe that you wouldn't get the job.

I agree

The shareholders are going to vote in November on the sale of our company to the NY company. It will all be over by November 16th.

Next week some people are coming in from NY. There's a session set up with me. I need to figure out what I want to be doing and try not to get so nervous that I throw up.

(((hugs)))

 

[EllaEnchanted]

Hey Nan, good luck! You are so smart I can't believe that you wouldn't get the job.

The shareholders are going to vote in November on the sale of our company to the NY company. It will all be over by November 16th.

Next week some people are coming in from NY. There's a session set up with me. I need to figure out what I want to be doing and try not to get so nervous that I throw up.


Just think of Mickey...that's what Lisa/DL5 told Kaylee to do for her big meeting. Lisa said that's what she does. I do it for getting blood drawn for blood tests. I'm dancing with Mickey on Mickey's ship to Calipso music. It helps.

 

[ibouncetoo]

One more thing. I'm sad that the kids pool isn't Mickey shaped anymore, but happy to see the same slide is there as an option for kids not brave enough for the water coaster. AND.....I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the virtual window in the inside cabins, that's awesome!!!! You still get to see what's outside! Way cool!!!!! When Rachel was talking about it, she said it might be the first time you see a wait list for inside cabins! LOL!

Where did you see the actual pool? On the DC site it doesn't have drawings of the pools? When I tried to do the virtual tour of the ship, most decks wouldn't show up.

OK, I've 'designed' my ultimate DREAM vacation. A B2B2B for the holidays 2011.

4 Day 12/22 & 3day 12/26 & 5day 12/29

PC
Nassau
CC
Sea
PC
Nassau
CC
PC
CC
Nassau
Sea
CC
PC

Christmas at sea, NY Eve followed by a day at sea. Four stops at CC for beach vegging out. ONE visit to Nassau, since I've never gotten off the boat there...the other Nassau days to hang on this ship. This would only be fun with the same stateroom all three legs, however! Also, it counts as three cruises to help the move up the ladder to Platinum! Wonder how much $$ this would be for a Cat 10? (Perhaps I'll explore that in comparison to Alaska and the round trip flights to Vancouver.)

Actually, I'm kind of surprised they didn't do special holiday itineraries (like two 6 day cruises).

.

Good luck with your meeting, Ian. We know you'll be a star!

.

 

[CustardTart]

DEB - can you ask Marla if the deposit can be MOVED/Shifted to another sailing if need be???

Thanks!

Monica, my TA Tracy said in her email to me...

"...We have been told that the first sailing will require a $400 deposit per person, due by 11:59 pm the day the reservation is made. It is non-refundable and the date cannot be changed later..."

I can't decide what to do!!! It's sending me a little ...

 

[EllaEnchanted]

Now that we have all the info on Dream....here's where I stand. I can book on Monday by calling DCL at 8:00 am and paying an $800 deposit at full price. OR I can hope/pray that Sue Ellen at DU answers my email and can book it for me with my existing ressie booked onboard. Marla, who I use will not be available Monday morning and DCL says if I use that ressie, DU has to book it. So I'm counting on Sue Ellen or I'm doing it myself and paying full price.

But I'm getting on that boat!!!

 

[gydell]

DCL says $400 deposit on any cruise on the Dream and non-refundable on the maiden cruise. If the deposits are $400 then what are the prices going to be?????

 

[EllaEnchanted]

DEB - can you ask Marla if the deposit can be MOVED/Shifted to another sailing if need be???

Thanks!

Yes, of course the deposit can be transferred to another booking. But it can only be transferred to the inaugural sailing by DU, not by me and Marla won't be doing it when I need her to. I'm trying to work with Sue Ellen.

If I end up booking DREAM myself then I'll transfer the western to another 4 nighter or just keep it and go. We'll see. I have options. I'm going to try to get to platinum before boarding the Dream. January is number 8 so I'll have to do two more before getting onboard in Jan 2011. It's doable.

SORRY, I didn't know you meant for the Dream. I thought you meant for the western that we're transferring. Duh.

 

[EllaEnchanted]

Monica, my TA Tracy said in her email to me...

"...We have been told that the first sailing will require a $400 deposit per person, due by 11:59 pm the day the reservation is made. It is non-refundable and the date cannot be changed later..."

I can't decide what to do!!! It's sending me a little ...

Book it! Book it! Book it!

 

[EllaEnchanted]

Where did you see the actual pool? On the DC site it doesn't have drawings of the pools? When I tried to do the virtual tour of the ship, most decks wouldn't show up.

OK, I've 'designed' my ultimate DREAM vacation. A B2B2B for the holidays 2011.

4 Day 12/22 & 3day 12/26 & 5day 12/29

PC
Nassau
CC
Sea
PC
Nassau
CC
PC
CC
Nassau
Sea
CC
PC

Christmas at sea, NY Eve followed by a day at sea. Four stops at CC for beach vegging out. ONE visit to Nassau, since I've never gotten off the boat there...the other Nassau days to hang on this ship. This would only be fun with the same stateroom all three legs, however! Also, it counts as three cruises to help the move up the ladder to Platinum! Wonder how much $$ this would be for a Cat 10? (Perhaps I'll explore that in comparison to Alaska and the round trip flights to Vancouver.)

Actually, I'm kind of surprised they didn't do special holiday itineraries (like two 6 day cruises).

.

Good luck with your meeting, Ian. We know you'll be a star!

.

That sounds ideal and will move you into gold very fast.

 

[CustardTart]

...Hey send me good thoughts, I got off my hinnie and created a resume today.

First time in 14+ years

I saw an ad on Craig's list for what I do as a consultant for another company. I guess it's the best of the worst evils. Do the same kinda thing I've done on my own, but make 1/2 the hourly rate for it. I hope they have some work and I can flatter my way into a job

Good luck, Nan!!! I will cross my fingers and think extremely good thoughts... Thanks for showing me how to spell 'hinnie' - I'd always imagined it as 'hiney'...

he crabbed out and won't wear it now who knows he might man up and decide to wear it tomorrow, but I know he will freak over pictures...

Yeah, what is it with that???

This is my eldest son storming off when I got the camera out!!! Until then, he'd been happily showing off his feminine side - heels an' all...

The shareholders are going to vote in November on the sale of our company to the NY company. It will all be over by November 16th.

Next week some people are coming in from NY. There's a session set up with me. I need to figure out what I want to be doing and try not to get so nervous that I throw up.

And good luck to you, Ian...