Disney Magic 12-9-2015

[Jacq0423]

Lanyards are available in the gift shops, but they won't open till after we sail. I bought some cute disney ribbon at JoAnn Fabrics and the clips and made my own lanyards. At any office store, you can get the pouches for it.

I heard there is no messaging with the app. The only way to message on your phone is to pay the really high extra cost. We took my nieces (age 11 and 13 at the time) on a Disney cruise. They enjoyed the kids clubs. To communicate with each other, I brought along a small magnetic white board for the outside of our door. If either of us were going somewhere else, we left a note on the board. It made tracking each other down really easy.

You need picture ID and kttwc every time you get on and off the ship. Everything else is optional.

Extra money is helpful for room service tips on the ship.

Best quickie breakfast for the last day is Cabanas. Being a buffet it is quick, easy and always delish. We had a flight for 10:15 AM one year. As long as you can get off the ship by 7-7:30, you will have enough time to clear customs and get to the airport.

Not sure about stateroom gifts.
Jodi

Thank you for the information, it is much appreciated!!!
Good idea for the lanyards. I have some Mickey ribbon so I'll have to see about the clips - my sister did give my daughter a bunch to play with so we'll see if we can find them


Just started working on the FE Gifts last night. I didn't realize how fast I am running out of time - hopefully we can get 1-2 cabins done each night!



Already started my packing lists. Is it too early to start packing the suitcases?! I think we just had our last beautiful weekend so I'm ready to start cleaning the summer clothes out of the drawers!

 

[irfyr]

Thank you for the information, it is much appreciated!!!
Good idea for the lanyards. I have some Mickey ribbon so I'll have to see about the clips - my sister did give my daughter a bunch to play with so we'll see if we can find them


Just started working on the FE Gifts last night. I didn't realize how fast I am running out of time - hopefully we can get 1-2 cabins done each night!



Already started my packing lists. Is it too early to start packing the suitcases?! I think we just had our last beautiful weekend so I'm ready to start cleaning the summer clothes out of the drawers!

I started packing clothes last weekend. About 6 months ago, I put a small box in my craft room for stuff for the cruise. I wrote a list of what was needed and as I bought (or found) each item, I put it in the box. This was all for things like sunscreen, bug spray, lanyards, glasses cord and cases, waterproof cameras etc. This way I didn't have to spend a great deal at any one time. Each time I went to the store, I picked up one or two items.

The couple that is cruising with us are convinced that I am going overboard, but it works for me!!!

 

[Raeannon]

Honestly, with this not being our first time cruising, but our return to Disney World (we are doing the parks after the cruise!), with the limited amount of shopping there is on a cruise in general compared to the chances you'll have to shop at the parks, I would do most of your shopping at the parks. Either in the park, or Downtown Disney. I can't say because this is our first Disney cruise, but I'm assuming that there will be some cruise themed Disney stuff to purchase, so you may want to get something like that? But I would say Disney shopping in general, you'll have way more opportunity at the parks for sure. They are all the same company so I would assume that prices are going to be high anywhere you go (although I would assume the shopping on the ship would be more expensive?)

There is lots of Disney stuff to buy on the ship but with limited amounts. For instance, anything in clothing bigger than an XL will not be found. Much better opportunities at the parks. Prices are about the same as the parks. I haven't been on the Magic yet but I have cruised twice on the Dream. The Dream has 3 shops. One is mostly jewelry, one is booze and trinkets and one is mostly Disney stuff. Hope this helps. We are getting closer

Thanks so much guys, I will do my bulk in Disney World so (terrible inconvience I know !) and just keep a little for the ship in case something catchs my eye. I am so excited to be going, its been a long time planning and finally it is nearly here. Cant wait to meet you all!

 

[Micki-M]

Hello, I'm Lynda, I'm not a fish extender participant, but I am a Platinum Cruiser and as such, I snagged a Cabana on the Family Beach. I'm traveling with a friend going on her first cruise. Looking to find 4 people to share our Cabana, both the space and the cost. With 4 other people sharing, the cost would be just under $100 each.

Sad that we're docking at the Navy Pier in Key West. I've only docked at Mallory Square, anyone know the transportation options from the Navy Pier?

Hi Lynda - would be happy to share the cost and space. Let me know if the offer is still available.

 

[irfyr]

Thanksgiving is a few days away and as of today I am 10 days till the start of my vacation. (We are spending a few days at the Disney Parks before the cruise) If I do not have the final cabin number before we leave, I will not be able to update the list. I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving with friends and family. Start Packing!!!! we are almost there!!!!

 

[MariaCabeza]

Thanksgiving is a few days away and as of today I am 10 days till the start of my vacation. (We are spending a few days at the Disney Parks before the cruise) If I do not have the final cabin number before we leave, I will not be able to update the list. I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving with friends and family. Start Packing!!!! we are almost there!!!!

So excited!! I'm almost finished setting up the FE gifts! I'll be gifting to every cabin on our list on two different nights. Can't wait!!

Love:the Costa Family!
Cabin: 2002

 

[Cutiepieo0o]

So for the ones in my group for FE on the package from us we will put on it our cabin number since it looks like we won't get it until day of sailing so on the pack it will say from the Dominguez family in cabin number .......

 

[irfyr]

So for the ones in my group for FE on the package from us we will put on it our cabin number since it looks like we won't get it until day of sailing so on the pack it will say from the Dominguez family in cabin number .......

OK will put a note about that on lists.

 

[irfyr]

Here is the final fish extender lists. The Dominguez family will not get their cabin number till the day we sail. For those of you on that list, you will get the final cabin number when their gift is delivered to you. Hope everyone had a great Turkey day! See ya on the ship!!!

 

[TwilightThunder]

Sounds like a plan to me!

We are coming up to the last few days and our 10 year old daughter still doesn't know. I'm so glad we decided to surprise her as I can't imagine getting away with this large of a surprise ever again.

 

[mhirwin]

This is our first cruise and we are planning it VERY last minute. Have two kids (5 and 7).

I realize that it is too late to join the official exchange. That said, if we hang a fish extender, will people randomly leave gifts even if we arent officially signed up? Can we do the same to others?

Don't want the girls to be disappointed if no gifts are left so am trying to decide if we should bring the extender or leave at home.

Thanks!!

 

[Tresmama]

If you post your cabin number I don't see why you can't be added. I have extra gifts we are bringing them to put in random extenders.

 

[wendylady30]

Post your cabin #

 

[irfyr]

I have extras. Post cabin number.

 

[Jacq0423]

This is our first cruise and we are planning it VERY last minute. Have two kids (5 and 7).

I realize that it is too late to join the official exchange. That said, if we hang a fish extender, will people randomly leave gifts even if we arent officially signed up? Can we do the same to others?

Don't want the girls to be disappointed if no gifts are left so am trying to decide if we should bring the extender or leave at home.

Thanks!!

Yes, share your cabin #.
I did cabin gifts and have a couple extras just in case so we'll drop one off while making our rounds!

 

[Jacq0423]

So I went a little crazy with the stateroom gifts and amenities! I called to order water bottles and ended up throwing in the DCL Holiday Stateroom Decorations and Frosty Fun Treats!

I had to do the water bottles because I hoard them and needed to add some DCL ones to our collection

I realized there are no fun surprises planned for my daughter on this trip so I HAD to add on the decorations. Plus, we have no magnets for our stateroom door and the package comes with one - hopefully it'll be the start of a collection for us! Now to keep the surprise until we get there!!!
I debated on the Frozen Experience that came with a throw and pillow, but since my daughter is not a superfan I decided to go with Christmas. With this one we will both get stockings that I plan to fill each night with little things - should be exciting for her hopefully.
*If anyone has any cheap, small, fun gift ideas for things she can use on board please share! I already have $ candy boxes for the shows on my list, wasn't sure what else may be nice to have.

The Frosty Treats are more for me. I love treats and those looked too good to pass up!


I am so excited - only 1 week left until we leave cold Wisconsin for warm Miami!!! Cannot wait to soak up the warm sun, it'll be another 3.5 months without it once we get back


Anyone know what the night time December weather will be like? Will it still be warm, or does it get a bit chilly?

 

[irfyr]

So I went a little crazy with the stateroom gifts and amenities! I called to order water bottles and ended up throwing in the DCL Holiday Stateroom Decorations and Frosty Fun Treats!

I had to do the water bottles because I hoard them and needed to add some DCL ones to our collection

I realized there are no fun surprises planned for my daughter on this trip so I HAD to add on the decorations. Plus, we have no magnets for our stateroom door and the package comes with one - hopefully it'll be the start of a collection for us! Now to keep the surprise until we get there!!!
I debated on the Frozen Experience that came with a throw and pillow, but since my daughter is not a superfan I decided to go with Christmas. With this one we will both get stockings that I plan to fill each night with little things - should be exciting for her hopefully.
*If anyone has any cheap, small, fun gift ideas for things she can use on board please share! I already have $ candy boxes for the shows on my list, wasn't sure what else may be nice to have.

The Frosty Treats are more for me. I love treats and those looked too good to pass up!


I am so excited - only 1 week left until we leave cold Wisconsin for warm Miami!!! Cannot wait to soak up the warm sun, it'll be another 3.5 months without it once we get back


Anyone know what the night time December weather will be like? Will it still be warm, or does it get a bit chilly?

Define cold.... I am from Wisconsin so to me it doesn't get chilly. Should be in the mid to high 50's or 60's at night.

Isn't Kalli one of the kids with a birthday near cruise time? I got the birthday kids that I knew about activity books and twist up crayons for the fish extender. I figured that way they would have a fun thing to play with on board. If you get the peel and stick thin magnets, cardstock paper, and maybe peel and stick laminating sheets; she can also make custom magnets for your door.

 

[mhirwin]

Yes, share your cabin #.
I did cabin gifts and have a couple extras just in case so we'll drop one off while making our rounds!

You all are amazing! Thank you
Cabin 8574
Sydney (girl) - age 7
Maryn (girl) - age 5

 

[Jacq0423]

Define cold.... I am from Wisconsin so to me it doesn't get chilly. Should be in the mid to high 50's or 60's at night.

Isn't Kalli one of the kids with a birthday near cruise time? I got the birthday kids that I knew about activity books and twist up crayons for the fish extender. I figured that way they would have a fun thing to play with on board. If you get the peel and stick thin magnets, cardstock paper, and maybe peel and stick laminating sheets; she can also make custom magnets for your door.

I thought 50-60 would be about right. We are Wisconsin too - central Wisconsin, but since it's been unseasonably warm here my body hasn't gotten used to the cold yet. Plus, I've shed quite a bit of weight and I noticed without that extra fluff I've always had in the winter I get cold easily!
60s will be warm, but when it dips below that I know I'll be reaching for my pants and sweater!



Kalli's birthday is actually after Christmas. I know when I signed us up for the FE I said she'll be going on '10' since her birthday is close to the sailing date. This is part of an early birthday celebration for her since the later sailing dates didn't work out for us for one reason or another - we were originally planning to do a late celebration for her/early celebration for me during Spring Break.
Speaking on that does anyone know if we can order a cake once on board? I've been going back and forth on it, but decided not to at the time since there will be so many deserts around already. I was just wondering if I could order it if I changed my mind during the trip.

 

[Micki-M]

Yes, share your cabin #.
I did cabin gifts and have a couple extras just in case so we'll drop one off while making our rounds!

Hi - Like Mhirwin I just discovered fish extenders .. two weeks ago .. but thought I had missed the deadline .. anyway posting my cabin number in the hopes that I can be included.
Room # 7612 - Rikha (girl - 5). I will randomly pop my gifts in extenders wherever we go ...