Wonder - November 9, 2013 - Bahamas from Galveston

[Golden Rose]

I am putting together a tentative schedule on when we can get together after boarding so that everyone in the fe group will have a list with any changes in cabin assignments.

I was wondering, do most groups meet immediately after boarding or do you try to wait until after dinner service? We selected the early dinner service but I figured some might have a late dinner seating.

Let me know if you have any suggestions or past experience tips.

On the cruise we were on last year, we did a meet and greet the first full day of the cruise, which worked pretty well. We didn't restrict it to people who wanted to do the FE, we did it for everyone from our disboards cruise meets forum. It was nice getting to put names and faces together, and then having familiar faces around for the rest of the trip.

I don't mind trying to go to something on embarkation day, but I wouldn't want to plan on anything at night. We've got a toddler, and I suspect she won't have napped that afternoon and we'll be in our cabin sparing the rest of the ship the joys of an overexcited and underslept 2 year old.

 

[DanaG]

I have emailed our updated group list out. If you do not receive it, please send me your email address.

Thanks
Dana

 

[kjackson83]

On the cruise we were on last year, we did a meet and greet the first full day of the cruise, which worked pretty well. We didn't restrict it to people who wanted to do the FE, we did it for everyone from our disboards cruise meets forum. It was nice getting to put names and faces together, and then having familiar faces around for the rest of the trip.

I don't mind trying to go to something on embarkation day, but I wouldn't want to plan on anything at night. We've got a toddler, and I suspect she won't have napped that afternoon and we'll be in our cabin sparing the rest of the ship the joys of an overexcited and underslept 2 year old.

Haha! Same here!! Our little girl will have just turned 2 in September and I'm sure she will be overexcited and running back and forth in the cabin before bedtime Yay us!!

 

[kjackson83]

Disney has extended this offer until May 30th, 2013 so take advantage of it if you can

FROM THE DCL WEBSITE-

Farewell to Galveston, Texas Special Offer
..


Disney Cruise Line is bidding the charm of Texas a fond farewell, so now is the perfect time to sail away to the tropics on the Disney Wonder, with rates starting at $699 based on double occupancy in a Category 11C Standard Inside Stateroom for most itineraries September 28, 2013 through November 16, 2013.

Outstanding Onboard Experiences
Discover a wonderful array of onboard experiences included with your cruise:
"Live entertainment, like Broadway-style shows and meet-and-greets with Disney Characters
"Luxurious staterooms designed with your family's comfort in mind
"Diverse dining options, from elegant restaurants to casual, quick-service venues
"Sparkling pools and splash-tacular play spaces

Plus, when you book a cruise through June 30, 2013, you can take advantage of:
" Pay half your deposit on day of booking. The remainder of the deposit will be due at final payment.
" Receive an onboard credit to apply to a variety of onboard activities and experiences including spa treatments, shopping and adults-only dining." Inside Stateroom (Category 10A11C) - $100 credit
" Ocean View Stateroom (Category 8A9D) - $150 credit
" Verandah Stateroom (Category 00T7A) - $200 credit



Choose from these great itineraries:
" 7-Night Bahamian sailings with stops in Key West, Nassau and Disney's Castaway Cay
" 7-Night Caribbean sailings with stops in Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Falmouth, Jamaica


The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. See Important Details below.

Book Today
Book online, call (888) 875-3077 or contact your Travel Agent. Be sure to mention booking code WON at the time of booking.

Important Details
" Rates do not include Government Taxes and Fees of approximately $80 per person (subject to change), gratuities or Port Adventures.
" Offer is not combinable with any other offers, discounts, benefits or onboard credits.
" Offer excludes IGT, OGT and VGT Categories with Restrictions.
" Onboard credit is per room booked. Shipboard credit is non-refundable and non-transferable.
" Half off deposit valid for categories 00T11C, with deferred deposit due at final payment.
" Must mention booking code WON at time of booking.
" Rates in U.S. dollars.
" Offer subject to Disney Cruise Line Terms and Conditions.


Guests under 18 years of age must have their parent or guardian's permission to call this number.


Disney has yet again extended this offer until June 30th 2013

 

[princesszelda]

I got my pirate night outfit as well as the dress I am wearing to my sisters wedding. I also bought a few more dresses for dinner or what not. I am so excited.
http://www.torrid.com/torrid/Sale/Clearance//Purple+Tropical+Floral+Tank+Dress-575899.jsp
http://www.torrid.com/torrid/Sale/Clearance//White+Tropical+Print+Dress-568181.jsp
http://www.torrid.com/torrid/NewArrivals/Dresses//Skull+Print+Cutout+Sleeve+Dress-500419.jsp
http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Strapless-Taffeta-Dress-with-Full-Skirt-F15410_Bridal-Party-Bridesmaids-All-Bridesmaid-Dresses in Plum

 

[dreamcat78]

Hi all we are looking into booking this cruise a few questions - is the FE full? And are there any mixology or beer tastings booked for this group out of curiosity? Thanks

 

[princesszelda]

Mixology class sounds amazing.

 

[loring]

I would like to do the chocolate tasting,if they offer it.

 

[DanaG]

I would like to do the chocolate tasting,if they offer it.

I would like to do that as well! Do you get to find out prior to the cruise if they will have this?

 

[amejiajr8]

Hopefully this will excite us all...did anyone noticed Disney Cruise line was ranked # 1 Cruise Line in the world (Large ship catagory) Our boat was ranked number 2 by.3 points behind it`s sister ship DisneyMagic..I think because itenary (Magic goes to Mediterranean). http://www.cntraveler.com/cruises/polls/2013/top-100-cruise-ships-in-the-world

 

[emilyr]

My entire family is going on this cruise. I'm so excited! I hope to meet some of you and get some great tips. This is my third cruise, but first one on DCL. Also, my husbands first cruise! My parents, sister, brother-in-law and niece will be going as well. Yay!

 

[emilyr]

I'm so excited to meet some people! I have a dorky question...

Could the hubs and I participate in the FE group, even tho we don't have kids?? HA! I think it'd be so fun.

Also, I've only cruised on Celebrity before, and the formal and semi-formal nights were really true to the description (no jeans, lots of men in tuxes, etc). I've heard Disney is a bit more relaxed (as in, you won't see many tuxes)...could someone give me an example of the types of outfits they wore to dinner for the different nights?

SO EXCITED! Thanks in advance!!

 

[kjackson83]

I'm so excited to meet some people! I have a dorky question...

Could the hubs and I participate in the FE group, even tho we don't have kids?? HA! I think it'd be so fun.

Also, I've only cruised on Celebrity before, and the formal and semi-formal nights were really true to the description (no jeans, lots of men in tuxes, etc). I've heard Disney is a bit more relaxed (as in, you won't see many tuxes)...could someone give me an example of the types of outfits they wore to dinner for the different nights?

SO EXCITED! Thanks in advance!!

One cruise I wore a black (bridesmaid) dress and my DH wore his tux and then another cruise I wore just a long black lightweight cotton dress and he wore a nice long sleeve shirt with nice slacks. We mainly dressed up for the pictures since we knew we were going to buy them. I personally would not wear jeans or have my DH wear jeans but it's really up to you

 

[Golden Rose]

I'm so excited to meet some people! I have a dorky question...

Could the hubs and I participate in the FE group, even tho we don't have kids?? HA! I think it'd be so fun.

Also, I've only cruised on Celebrity before, and the formal and semi-formal nights were really true to the description (no jeans, lots of men in tuxes, etc). I've heard Disney is a bit more relaxed (as in, you won't see many tuxes)...could someone give me an example of the types of outfits they wore to dinner for the different nights?

SO EXCITED! Thanks in advance!!

We'd always taken DH's tux on previous cruises, but we didn't on our first Disney cruise because we'd heard it was more relaxed as well. He just wore a sport coat, dress shirt, and slacks, and he didn't look or feel out of place at all. (When we cruise on Celebrity, he generally takes both a tux and a sport coat, so I know exactly where you're coming from.) I did silk cocktail dresses for both the formal and semi-formal nights, I believe, but they weren't super dressy dresses.

There were several couples without kids doing the FE on our last cruise.

 

[emilyr]

Thank you Goldenrose and kjackson83!!

That is really helpful on the dress info. I'm with you...I'd rather not wear jeans either! We like getting all fancied up. Great thought on dressing up, esp for the pics.

I'm totally signing up for FE.

 

[geminierin]

Glad to be travelling on the #2 ranked ship!! Awesome, can't wait! Apparently we ALL have GREAT taste!! Lol

 

[Ndemitras]

Hi!

we just booked our cruise today and we couldn't be more excited! Is there already a fish extender list going? If so where can I join? I can't wait for my girls to meet some new friends! Last time we made so many great friends and still keep in touch with them.

Thanks!!!
Nikki Ross

 

[amejiajr8]

158 days 12 hours 00 mins...( off course this is to midnight of the big day) 158 daya 11 hours 59mins..

 

[Ndemitras]

Hi!

Was just curious if anyone has a 12 year old daughter. I would love for my Disney daughter Hailey to be able to "meet" some girls before the cruise sail date. We are just so excited for this cruise and we can not wait!

Thanks!
Nikki

Disney Magic January 18, 2013
Disney Wonder November 9, 2013

 

[amejiajr8]

Did anyone else get one of those little booklet things in the mail the last week or two...great touch by disney