Who else is on the May 10, 2003 Western?

[Bbgrizzle]

Minnee: Where did you learn about the scavenger hunt in Key West? That sounds fun.

MFan: We are in your situation, also having a toddler with us on the cruise. Since we don't want to leave her in Flounder's all day, we've decided not to worry too much about excursions. The kids probably won't care about them anyway. We will do the trolley in Key West, but that will probably be it. We'll just explore on our own.

bigtime: Not sure about the answer to your mother's day question, but welcome to our thread.

 

[Minnee]

Bonnie,
I saw the scavenger hunt on a thread this AM, the web address was www.keywesthunt.com . It looks fun, a way to see alot of the town, and something that you can even take the little ones with in a stroller. There's no charge for under 10. This was the first time I've seen anything on this, but.... it looks fun...
At the other ports, we'll probably just do the beach... the girls really want to swim with the dolphins, but... it's pretty $$$.

 

[DVC Minnie]

Hi everyone,

DH and I have decided what excursion to do.

Key West - Trolley Tour (on our own)
Grand Cayman - 7:50 a.m. Stingray City and Cayman Island Tour
Cozumel - Fury Catamaran Sail, Snorkle and Beach Party

Did everyone get the official list of excursions from DCL? and see the notation at the bottom of the Grand Cayman excursion list that states allow 1-1 1/2 hours extra travel time to get to/from your DCL excursion. I am soooo glad DCL made that statement. We were planning on doing a different excursion and attempt to do Hell and the turtle farm on our own. Doubtful we would have been able to accomplish what we wanted to do. Should we get back with time to spare, we can shop or go to a nearby beach. Thanks DCL!

What are your thoughts regarding a large group DIS meet, mini DIS meet (adults, families and/or mixed), high tea DIS group and brunch DIS group?

 

[bigtime]

Bdgrizzle

Thanks 66 more days , but whos' counting!!!!!!!!!!

 

[MFan]

Bbgrizzle,
How old is your little one(s)? We have 3 (DD5, DD3, DD2). We don't plan on using Flounder's. We've been on the Western route before with Carnival BK (before kids), so we feel quite comfortable in trying to arrange things on our own. We haven't decided on Key West yet, but we'll most likely do Stingray City and 7 Mile Beach at Cayman and the Chankanaab Park at Cozumel. We are still trying to figure out how to squeeze in scuba at Cozumel. Finally, we'll relax on the beach at Castaway.

I'm surprised DCL is not doing something special for moms. I'm sure moms is one of their key target markets. Oh well, I guess I'll have to figure something out for my DW... Hmmm, maybe I'll let her do the scuba while I watch the kids...

 

[WDWLVR]

Just giving this a little

to the top.

We sailed on the Disney Wonder last Mothers day and I didn't see them doing anything special other than having a decorated cake saying Happy Mothers Day at the entry to each resturant. Of course that was also the day we sailed. Maybe they'll do something on the Magic since it is the first full day. Also I'm not a Mother so even if they do something I won't see it.

 

[bigtime]

THANKS MARY

thanks for the info on Mothers Day the kids are planning what they want to do special We will also be in Key West that day so... look out Margaritaville.......

 

[WDWLVR]

Bigtime,

Maybe you could book a spa appointment for that morning. A facial or massage. That would be a nice way for her to start the day.

 

[Minnee]

Has anyone received info on excursions? I saw a post from someone on the 5/17 cruise, and they had just received info in the mail on excursions...... I haven't seen anything. Also, I've read that you can book Palos, by calling ahead of time, does anyone know anything about this?? Is this something we'll get in the mail???? So many questions..... sorry

 

[Cinderella1001]

Minnie,

I received our excursion documents last week. We need to hurry up and decide so we can aviod the big rush on board. Yours should be in the mail soon.

 

[Minnee]

What's everyone doing after the cruise? We're going right home, our flight leaves about noon. How's are you all getting to the airport? I'm still working on that part too!

 

[WDWLVR]

We're heading straight home as well. We are doing Disney transfers both ways.

 

[MFan]

We have reserved a car from Avis both ways. It's quite reasonable. I think all together it'll be around $90-$100 for a full size car. It's the most inconvenient but the most flexible and arguably least expensive way of getting to & from port. Our flight home is not until later in the afternoon, so we're going to swing by WDW or outlet for lunch and some shopping.

 

[tony3331]

hello to all --- were on board ds 10 ds 9 just booked so were in a rush what beaches do i not want to miss. did the eastern last year and it was great.

 

[TChrist05]

welcome to the May 10th thread.....and I see you live on Long Island...what town? I cannot help you with anything on the Western swing so I will have to defer to the experts....9 weeks from now we will be on the MAGIC!
Tom

 

[tony3331]

hey tom i live in islip talk to you soon have lots to do

 

[tony3331]

i don't think we will be doing disney excursions can you do the stingray city on your own. we did most of our excursions on our own last trip and it worked out well had much more time to do different things really just like to find some nice beaches and hang out

 

[tony3331]

thanks for the info will be at the radisson thursday and friday keep me posted on which beaches to see thanks

 

[Mommypoohbear]

Welcome Tony331

This is our first DCL cruise and first western caribbean cruise so I can't offer any info on the beaches.

I have read that the Seven mile beach in Grand Cayman is nice, we will be going on the DCL excursion "Cozumel Beach Break" at the Playa Sol Beach.

Many have commented on how crowded the Playa Sol beach can get, but being from Long Island also, we feel the beach couldn't be more crowded than some here in the summer. Also the excursion offers chairs, food, beer, soda and domestic drinks, water toys, zoo, pool, playground for kids.

Since our girls are 4 and 3 we don't want to get to a beach on our own and find we have no chairs, food or restrooms nearby.

Many recommend the beach next to Playa Sol, Mr. Sanchos Beach that is less crowded, heres a link

Mr Sanchos

 

[tony3331]

now i'm really confused and only 60 days left oh man i have to get on the treadmill