Chrissy-Mickey
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Oct 23, 2016
Thank you for sharing the adventures of your wonderful family.
Of course, gotta make things difficult! At least you made it to port just fine!My Dad refused to fly in the night before (I know, I know), his plane was scheduled to land at MCO at 11. The plan was for everyone to meet up at the airport and take Disney transportation to the port. Since I had already booked Tony Hinds to take us to and from the resort, I tried to convince my parents just to let him take us the rest of the way to the port but they insisted on the Disney transportation in case there were any flight delays.
That is really nice that they let the kids access to the Edge. I'm sure they appreciated having more options. I also love that you gave them so much freedom, and those texts about ice cream were super cute!Then we headed up to check out Edge. Edge is the tween club for ages 11-14. Both of my kids are 10.5 and the youngest in their grade so used to hanging out with other kids. I told them they may not be allowed in Edge but they wanted to check it out anyway. While were there one of the counselors asked their names and ages and said that there were only 50 Edge aged kids on board so they had a list of all the 10 year olds if they wanted in. The kids were thrilled. I had to sign a waiver and they got Edge stickers added to their key to the world cards. It was really nice for the kids to be able to bounce between both spaces, DD tended to gravitate more to Edge and DS more to the Lab as the trip went on.
Sounds like a lovely relaxing morning!He did not like that DH was not sporting a Captain Hook pin, he drew a line in the sand and told him he was not allowed to cross it. After our fun encounter we hopped on the tram to the Family Beach. It was a very pleasant morning, I think the high that day was only 80 degrees. It was also half empty which was glorious. We found some shaded loungers, dropped our stuff, and headed out to explore. DH and the kids headed right to the water. My Dad went with DD who wanted to do the Pelican Plunge Slide. My Mom went off exploring somewhere. I sat in the loungers for a bit and just relaxed. When I got hot I went over to the water to dip my toes in, it was COLD. I could not believe all the people who had been brave enough to get in. I pulled a chair up to the waters edge and sat down with just my toes it, it was perfect. Soon my Mom joined me. Not long after, DS showed up with a drink in his hand my Dad had bought for me. Doesn't get any better than that. I spent the whole morning parked in that chair while the kids swam. DS found a friend and the 2 of them played happily in the water. DD went back and forth between the slide and the swimming area. DH swam for awhile, then he and my Dad sought the refuge of our shaded lounge chairs.
Oooh, yum! I would love to do a Palo brunch but am worried I won't be able to on my cruise next year. It is only a 4-night cruise, with 1 at-sea day, so only 1 brunch morningAs for me I had some coffee, but nothing to eat because we had something really special planned. At 11 o'clock the 4 adults in our group were scheduled for brunch at the adults only restaurant, Palo. would you believe I did not getting ANY photos. we started with bellinis and mimosas, ate some yummy cheese, and appetizers from the buffet, then had some eggplant and chicken parm from the menu. I think my Dad ordered the eggs benedict and my Mom one of the pizzas. We finished with an assortment of desserts. Our server also brought us a molten chocolate cake which was divine. After our long brunch we headed for a walk around the ship.
That's super nice that you got a gift for helping out!They needed a 'Betty Checker' to check the numbers, before I knew what was happening MY name was flashing across the screen. In addition to checking all the balls to make sure none were missing, they made me do the Chicken Dance, then a nice looking gentleman in a tux presented me with a Diamond Charm Necklace and a goody bag.
So sweet of Jose to reassure her! I'm sure she was mortified-I would have been too!Olivia was startled and embarrassed and started to tear up. Once Jose had the tray safely set down at the server station he came over and patted her on the back saying 'Don't worry Princess, Everything is Under Control.' From that moment on he said that phrase at least once a meal.
I am so glad to have foundyour trip report. We are booked on the 2019 WBPC and I have been reading everything I can find. You sound like you had a great time. Can't wait to read the rest of your trip report. BTW I had to laugh when I saw your cabin number. We have 6046 booked for next year.
Oooh, yum! I would love to do a Palo brunch but am worried I won't be able to on my cruise next year. It is only a 4-night cruise, with 1 at-sea day, so only 1 brunch morning
We were in Tianas tonight, I think with their standard rotational menu. My notes say the menu wasn't my favorite but dessert was excellent. I wish now I remembered which dessert I got. I know it wasn't the beignets because that was later in the trip. We also had a visit from Tiana and from Louis, and enjoyed some nice, albeit loud music. The kids really enjoyed this dinner.
I've read many times now that the music is very loud here. Is it every night? Is throughout the meal or just for a short time? My DD can be very sensitive to loud noises and I don't want her meal ruined. She has "mufflephones" which are basically earmuffs which suppress sound. Trying to decide if they are worth packing.
They are, oooh, I didn't know that! I don't plan on doing any excursions (this trip is a try-out to see if I like cruising), so that day would be perfect! Fingers crossed!Are you sailing on the Dream with a Nassau stop, I think sometimes they do brunch that day as well but I'm not 100% sure on that. I prefer the brunch to dinner, although we did both this cruise.
My son is the same way, and I was worried too. They play music only 2 of the nights, the rotational menu night, and Mardi Gras night. It was loud but not overwhelming, he brought his noise canceling headphones but only used them during Muster. He avoids the big dance party/pirate party stuff, that’s overwhelming to him. Maybe because in the restaurant you are sitting and not crowded he did much better.
The ship not moving on Panama Canal night seemed odd. I noticed some shuddering and thought we had dropped anchor. Wondered what was going on. When we later looked out our window, a monstrous oil tanker was right next to us and kept getting closer. It was an experience seeing that and a little eerie since it was late at night!
Great updates! I'm really enjoying your TR, and especially like the peek at Columbia and the canal. There are so many interesting ports on this itinerary! Just curious, but do you think there is a "better" side of the ship for this route?
I was speculating that we weren’t moving because we were going to refuel. My dad told me I was crazy. Maybe I was right LOL.