Archive for December, 2009

Palo Dining on a 7 night

I am going to ask what I know has been asked a bazillion times on this board! How many times are you allowed to eat at Palos on a 7 nighter. Hubby only likes Palo and wants to eat there as much as possible if we do the 7 night western. Thanks in advance!
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RoadRunners cruise in return to ice – KTKA.com

RoadRunners cruise in return to iceKTKA.comThe Topeka RoadRunners (24-5-3) scored three goals in the first period and then cruised to their seventh straight win as they beat Wichita ...and more »
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Woman Falls Off Cruise Ship Near The Bahamas – CBS 4

Woman Falls Off Cruise Ship Near The Bahamas – CBS 4

CruiseCritic.co.uk Woman Falls Off Cruise Ship Near The BahamasCBS 4Read more in our Privacy Policy AP The US Coast Guard is looking for a cruise ship passenger reported overboard early New Year's Eve near The Bahamas. ...In 2009: Cruise Critic's Favorite FeaturesCruiseCritic.co.uk2009 Cruise Industry ReviewCruiseMates Cruise GuideIt's Tuesday in St. Thomas: Gridlock Alert?Cruise CriticFlorida...
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How Does a Family of 6 afford a DCL trip????

We are a family of 2 adults and 4, 7 year olds. We went to WDW last year for a total package price of $3700 (moderate with base tixs for 7 nights + dining plan). Pricing a cruise for 5 nights and it is almost twice that amount. How does a large family afford...
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Best views – port or starboard?

From which side of the ship would I get the best views of nassau and castaway key? It would be nice to have a view from my stateroom as the ship pulls in/out of port. I just cruised 12/17 but I can't for the life of me remember how the ship was positioned in...
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Letter For Extra $100 OBC For Med Cruises

We just got this letter through the mail giving us an extra $100pp OBC for booking early on our Med cruise. (WB Transatlantic) Obviously we are thrilled, has anyone else received a similar mailing?? :goodvibes Happy New Year!!!
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Troubled Palm Beach Princess cruises into 2010 – Palm Beach Post

Troubled Palm Beach Princess cruises into 2010 – Palm Beach Post

Sun-Sentinel Troubled Palm Beach Princess cruises into 2010Palm Beach PostUnder bankruptcy laws, the roughly $296000 loan approved by a judge on Wednesday can be used only for expenses, such as fuel and food, that enable to cruise ...Palm Beach Princess sailingSouth Florida Business Journal (blog)Fortunes May Be Changing For Palm Beach PrincessMyStateline.comMutiny over bounty:...
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Smith scores 19, NC State beats UNC Greensboro 89-67 – Los Angeles Times

Smith scores 19, NC State beats UNC Greensboro 89-67 – Los Angeles Times

News & Observer Smith scores 19, NC State beats UNC Greensboro 89-67Los Angeles TimesThey never trailed, blew most of an early 15-point lead and used an overwhelming second-half spurt to cruise to their second straight win. ...Wolfpack tops UNC-GNews & ObserverNC State (9-3) at UNC Greensboro (2-9)CharlotteObserver.comall 83 news articles »
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Magnetic Inkjet Paper – under $1 a sheet!

I just found some 8.5 x 11 magnetic paper for $4.90 for 5 sheets. It's 9 mil - so should run through printers a little easier than the thick stuff and you can choose matte or glossy for the same price. Easiest way to find it is to search the part number - they...
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We made the switch from Wonder to Dream…

I remember reading here how someone switched their ressies from Wonder to Dream & saved a lot of money on their cruise. I checked it out for myself and found out I could get a larger room plus save $1400! We moved from category 7 to 4D. The only downside is now instead of...
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RSVP’s 13 River Region places to celebrate NYE – WSFA

RSVP’s 13 River Region places to celebrate NYE – WSFA

Baltimore Sun RSVP's 13 River Region places to celebrate NYEWSFATickets for the Harriott II New Year's Eve cruise will be $45 per person, which includes a two hour cruise, heavy hors'deurves, complimentary champagne and ...Goodbye to the aughtsLansdale ReporterReal World!BisnowNew Year's Eve 2009: Local parties, events and celebrationsWPTVall 70 news articles »
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Was anyone else scared???

We are thinking about going to Sting Ray City but I am scared to death of the sting rays! I know they are supposedly tame and used to people but I'm still scared that I may get off balance and step on one of them. Please tell me I am not the only one!:confused:
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Bouncebacks…

maybe a stupid question... do you only get bouncebacks while on the cruise or do they send offers similar to pin codes that they send for the park after you are home??? I didn't fall in love with the cruise(don't bash me) but my one dd did and am considering maybe giving it another...
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Is it possible to get an upgrade……………

AFTER being assigned a room #?
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Tar Heels cruise past ETSU 104-65 – News & Observer

Tar Heels cruise past ETSU 104-65 – News & Observer

TSN Tar Heels cruise past ETSU 104-65News & ObserverNorth Carolina guard Cetera DeGraffenreid (22) shoots over East Tennessee State's Siarre Evans, left, and TaRonda Wiles during the second ...Tar Heels cruise past AlbanyWCPOall 224 news articles »
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Adventures Away (Sail Away) Music

What is the latest music played during the Adventures Away party on the 7 night cruises? Thanks! Gayle
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DCL Newbie: Paying for excursions

I haven't been able to find this information in the FAQ, so excuse my ignorance. In July, we took our first cruise ever on Carnival. On that line, when booking an excursion, we paid right away online. I just booked a couple of excursions for a 7-night eastern caribbean via the DCL website, but...
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In 2009: Cruise Critic’s Favorite Features – CruiseCritic.co.uk

In 2009: Cruise Critic’s Favorite Features – CruiseCritic.co.uk

Cruise Critic In 2009: Cruise Critic's Favorite FeaturesCruiseCritic.co.ukAs such, it's the biggest story Cruise Critic has ever covered. We wrote more than 60 feature stories alone (not to mention some 45-plus news items) and ...2009 Cruise Industry ReviewCruiseMates Cruise GuideIt's Tuesday in St. Thomas: Gridlock Alert?Cruise CriticFloating city, a holiday oasisTravel & Tourism News...
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Anyone know what time of the year Disney usually has the “kids sail free” offer?

Just wondering if anyone knows if there is a certain time of the year that Disney usually offers the "kids sail free" thing. My husband and I would like to take our four daughters on their first disney cruise but it costs too much right now with having to pay for four kids. My...
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Will the new Villians show be playing on the Wonder?

We're taking a 3 night cruise in May and we're hoping to see it!
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