We're going to the parkwood July 18.
It seems we may have a bit of wait until we can board the Magic on Tuesday. Since the cruise before us gets in late, we can't board until 2 PM. Our flight arrives at 7 AM in Heathrow. I realize it will be a long time through customs, getting the DCL transfer etc but I still think we will have some time.
Any suggestions on what to do? Can we leave the terminal (and our luggage behind )? Is there anything close by we can walk to? Even if there is a shop or two, it would be helpful to keep the kids busy! After the flight, transfers etc, they may be a little stir crazy if we make them sit around the cruise terminal for a long wait.
Thanks!!
As I am packing and planning for my July 18th Baltic cruise, I've been thinking back to the Med cruise we took in 2007.
We were on the August 8th cruise, and the airline lost all our luggage. We spent 6 days in Europe with NO luggage for 2 adults and 2 children. Because it was the last med cruise, options were limited in the Disney gift shop. They had no bathing suits left for young girls, and my (then) eight year old daughter was disappointed.
In desperation, I got on the DISboards to see if anyone onboard had a bathing suit my daughter could borrow. I explained our plight on our DISmeet thread.
Later that afternoon, a bag full of girls' clothing appeared at our stateroom door. Someone anonymously left the clothing, and we were so touched! I have never known who was so thoughtful and generous, but three years later I still remember and appreciate their kindness.
In the end, we got most of our luggage halfway through the cruise. Two months later, we had ALL of it back. We were voted the "Best Shoppers" in the gift shops (an official award, mind you!). Eventually, British Air and our travel insurance reimbursed us for our expenses and more.
If the person who gave us those clothes happens to read this note, thank you. I'd love to know who you are. If I never find out, I'll just be sure to pay it forward when I have a chance.
Beth
Dover Castle is a "must see" IMO.
~Mike
As I am packing and planning for my July 18th Baltic cruise, I've been thinking back to the Med cruise we took in 2007.
We were on the August 8th cruise, and the airline lost all our luggage. We spent 6 days in Europe with NO luggage for 2 adults and 2 children. Because it was the last med cruise, options were limited in the Disney gift shop. They had no bathing suits left for young girls, and my (then) eight year old daughter was disappointed.
In desperation, I got on the DISboards to see if anyone onboard had a bathing suit my daughter could borrow. I explained our plight on our DISmeet thread.
Later that afternoon, a bag full of girls' clothing appeared at our stateroom door. Someone anonymously left the clothing, and we were so touched! I have never known who was so thoughtful and generous, but three years later I still remember and appreciate their kindness.
In the end, we got most of our luggage halfway through the cruise. Two months later, we had ALL of it back. We were voted the "Best Shoppers" in the gift shops (an official award, mind you!). Eventually, British Air and our travel insurance reimbursed us for our expenses and more.
If the person who gave us those clothes happens to read this note, thank you. I'd love to know who you are. If I never find out, I'll just be sure to pay it forward when I have a chance.
Beth
As I am packing and planning for my July 18th Baltic cruise, I've been thinking back to the Med cruise we took in 2007.
We were on the August 8th cruise, and the airline lost all our luggage. We spent 6 days in Europe with NO luggage for 2 adults and 2 children. Because it was the last med cruise, options were limited in the Disney gift shop. They had no bathing suits left for young girls, and my (then) eight year old daughter was disappointed.
In desperation, I got on the DISboards to see if anyone onboard had a bathing suit my daughter could borrow. I explained our plight on our DISmeet thread.
Later that afternoon, a bag full of girls' clothing appeared at our stateroom door. Someone anonymously left the clothing, and we were so touched! I have never known who was so thoughtful and generous, but three years later I still remember and appreciate their kindness.
In the end, we got most of our luggage halfway through the cruise. Two months later, we had ALL of it back. We were voted the "Best Shoppers" in the gift shops (an official award, mind you!). Eventually, British Air and our travel insurance reimbursed us for our expenses and more.
If the person who gave us those clothes happens to read this note, thank you. I'd love to know who you are. If I never find out, I'll just be sure to pay it forward when I have a chance.
Beth
As I am packing and planning for my July 18th Baltic cruise, I've been thinking back to the Med cruise we took in 2007.
We were on the August 8th cruise, and the airline lost all our luggage. We spent 6 days in Europe with NO luggage for 2 adults and 2 children. Because it was the last med cruise, options were limited in the Disney gift shop. They had no bathing suits left for young girls, and my (then) eight year old daughter was disappointed.
In desperation, I got on the DISboards to see if anyone onboard had a bathing suit my daughter could borrow. I explained our plight on our DISmeet thread.
Later that afternoon, a bag full of girls' clothing appeared at our stateroom door. Someone anonymously left the clothing, and we were so touched! I have never known who was so thoughtful and generous, but three years later I still remember and appreciate their kindness.
In the end, we got most of our luggage halfway through the cruise. Two months later, we had ALL of it back. We were voted the "Best Shoppers" in the gift shops (an official award, mind you!). Eventually, British Air and our travel insurance reimbursed us for our expenses and more.
If the person who gave us those clothes happens to read this note, thank you. I'd love to know who you are. If I never find out, I'll just be sure to pay it forward when I have a chance.
Beth
Hi everyone...
I am on the July 6th cruise and am currently on Day 3 of London. My Internet time is limited, but for those who are visiting soon, we loved visiting Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, the Tower of London, and the London Eye. We did the walk across Abbey Road, which was fun. Also, it was fun stepping into Harrods. My two young boys loved the exhibits at the Natural History Museum. Just wanted to quickly pass along some of the things we have really enjoyed. London has been awesome!
The ice cream bars are just regular ice cream bars (not shaped like Mickey) but they are completely chocolate covered.
Thanks for that, but more importantly......are they good?!?
As I am packing and planning for my July 18th Baltic cruise, I've been thinking back to the Med cruise we took in 2007.
We were on the August 8th cruise, and the airline lost all our luggage. We spent 6 days in Europe with NO luggage for 2 adults and 2 children. Because it was the last med cruise, options were limited in the Disney gift shop. They had no bathing suits left for young girls, and my (then) eight year old daughter was disappointed.
In desperation, I got on the DISboards to see if anyone onboard had a bathing suit my daughter could borrow. I explained our plight on our DISmeet thread.
Later that afternoon, a bag full of girls' clothing appeared at our stateroom door. Someone anonymously left the clothing, and we were so touched! I have never known who was so thoughtful and generous, but three years later I still remember and appreciate their kindness.
In the end, we got most of our luggage halfway through the cruise. Two months later, we had ALL of it back. We were voted the "Best Shoppers" in the gift shops (an official award, mind you!). Eventually, British Air and our travel insurance reimbursed us for our expenses and more.
If the person who gave us those clothes happens to read this note, thank you. I'd love to know who you are. If I never find out, I'll just be sure to pay it forward when I have a chance.
Beth
The ice cream bars are just regular ice cream bars (not shaped like Mickey) but they are completely chocolate covered.
Thanks for that, but more importantly......are they good?!?
I didn't eat one. My tablemate did. I am attempting to use up my time before disembarkation so I can't post on one tonight...
No. They suck. They are like a Winn Dixie brand icecream bar. They did not have that really thick chocolate that the Mickey Bars have...just a very thin layer of chocolate. I ordered them once thru room service and never wanted a second.
~Mike
No. They suck. They are like a Winn Dixie brand icecream bar. They did not have that really thick chocolate that the Mickey Bars have...just a very thin layer of chocolate. I ordered them once thru room service and never wanted a second.
~Mike
Thanks for reading!