As of January 1, 2019, we have closed our forums. This is a decision we did not come to lightly, but it is necessary. The software our forums run on is just too out-of-date and it poses a significant security risk. The server software itself must be updated, and it cannot be without removing the forums.
So it is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our long-running forums. They came online in 2000 and brought together so many wonderful Disney fans. We had friendships form, careers launch, couples marry, children born ... all because of this amazing community.
Thank you to each of you who were a part of this community. You made it possible.
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There are other changes as well.
Why? Well, the world has changed. And change with it, we must. The lyrics to "We Go On" for IllumiNations say it best:
We go on to the joy and through the tears
We go on to discover new frontiers
Moving on with the current of the years.
We go on
Moving forward now as one
Moving on with a spirit born to run
Ever on with each rising sun.
To a new day, we go on.
It's time to move on and move forward.
PassPorter is a small business, and for many years it supported our family. But the world changed, print books took a backseat to the Internet, and for a long time now it has been unable to make ends meet. We've had to find new ways to support our family, which means new careers and less and less time available to devote to our first baby, PassPorter.
But eventually, we must move on and move forward. It is the right thing to do.
So we are retiring this newsletter, as we simply cannot keep up with it. Many thanks to Mouse Fan Travel who supported it all these years, to All Ears and MousePlanet who helped us with news, to our many article contributors, and -- most importantly -- to Sara Varney who edited our newsletter so wonderfully for years and years.
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Sending pixies and good wishes your way. You've gotten some great tips here. I would add that you might suggest to them that they try putting a little something on their on board account each pay day via a credit card to offset their potential on bard charges. All you have to do is call DCL and tell them you'd like to make a payment towards your on board account. I would also emphasize to CMs when drinks are ordred etc. that separate checks would be appreciated. Good luck!
I think you have gotten great advice, but here is my 0.02 worth:
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1. I was told that DD would "have" to go to the Club because niece cannot go to the Lab. I don't think DD would be allowed in the Club because she will be 8 years and 7 months at sailing time. Also, I'm not sure I would want her to go down in age group. I'm worried DD will not go to the Lab if niece is not there.
Our boys did not go to the kids programs and had a great time. I understand that most kids who go to these have such a great time that it is difficult to get them to come out to do things with the family!
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2. They don't have money for shore excursions and I am feeling guilty about doing what I want to do and leaving them behind on the ship, particularly my niece who will likely cry and carry on. I simply cannot afford to pay for another kid. And I really don't want to watch another kid either.
I think the next time we go and it is Nassau, we will stay on the ship. I understand that is the best time to use a lot of the facilities, so they should have a good time, especially since they have already done a Disney cruise. You are on vacation and should not have to worry about someone else's kids...
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3. We have a category 4 with a verandah. They have a category 9 with a porthole. SIL, a smoker, believes she will spend lots of time in our room. This is NOT o.k. with me. or with DH How do I tell her we don't want her hanging out in our room?
Congrats on the Cat 4.! We had one on our cruise (there were 5 of us). Having the veranda was very nice. If you would not allow smoking in your home, then no one should expect you to allow smoking in your stateroom, even on the verandah. there are many places to go smoke that are outside and not on your verandah. The smoke gets in the furnishings, etc. and you have to go through the room to get outside, so that is not acceptable to you.
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4. They will not have money for "extras" like alcoholic beverages and I cannot afford to foot the bill for extra people. We are going to be seated together for meals. How do I tactfully handle this?
Your servers will know you are from different rooms. They will make sure that the proper charge is made -- be sure to pull him / her aside and make it clear, though.
Also, consider getting the Passporter book for DCL. It could save you a lot of time and money in the long run. Having one made me feel like an 'old salt' from the moment I stepped in the terminal!
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Just my two cents but I say don't let anyone ruin your planned vacation...it would be horrible to spend the money and feel like you didn't have the best time you could've...I personally wouldn't change my plans but I would talk to them beforehand and let them what my plans were...I don't think it would be fair of them to think you would change your plans after a year of planning...As for your daughter and neice maybe one of the days they could just hang out together in the pool or doing something around the ship...good luck...
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