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I am a little confused. Is the Dis trick or treating on Halloween morning or Monday the 1st? The first page has both dates listed.
I am a little confused. Is the Dis trick or treating on Halloween morning or Monday the 1st? The first page has both dates listed.
aboard Mandy and family! Glad to have you sailing with us!Hi there, we have just booked this cruise. I'm Mandy, and I'm a moderator over on the UK Community forum
I will be travelling with my hubby Paul and we've booked a Cat 11 GTY
I'll read through your thread tomorrow, and see what's what
I am a little confused. Is the Dis trick or treating on Halloween morning or Monday the 1st? The first page has both dates listed.
aboard Mandy and family! Glad to have you sailing with us!
Dis Trick-O-treat is now officially scheduled for Sunday October 31, at 11:00 AM. Halloween (Key west day).
I need some help and/or ideas!
(this is in regards to lanyards but I will welcome input from anyone!)
I have been working diligently on the lanyards as we wind down the sign ups and proceed to the next step. A thought occurred to me today that hadn't previously. And that is by dividing the cost down to each lanyard if someone does not pay for theirs then the cost per person for everyone else changes. If some have already paid then they would have to be responsible to send me additional $, etc. Others may then want to pull out if the cost is not exactly what was quoted, continuing the snowball. And we aren't even at final payment yet, so people could possibly still drop out of the cruise altogether. (Would hate to see that happen, but it could). So this could be a logistic nightmare.
As much as I would love to be in the position to absorb the extra cost should this occur, it could possibly add up to a very substantial amount. I was already not taking into account other supplies I would have to purchase like cardstock, and ink for example. So I was already facing some out of pocket expense. I'm just concerned that this could end up being a mess or a huge headache splitting it up per lanyard.
Does anyone have any solutions or ideas? Experience on past cruises? My last cruise did a "Lanyard team" where each member made a flat contribution ($10) and then enough lanyards were purchased for everyone to have one. In exchange for their contribution, these members usernames were listed on the backside of the nametags. If we wanted to do this option we would need roughly 20 volunteers to chip in $10/each. The order will cost appx $200.
Or I could add a "buffer" amount to the final cost and divide that amount up equally. For instance If the order costs $200, I would add say $30 on top and divide $230 up amongst those participating. That way if someone ends up not paying, their shortage would come out of the "buffer". If everyone does pay, then that money could go towards other supplies (the ink etc. or even ToT candy). Of course there is the chance that any shortage may exceed the buffer too, but I would feel a lot more comfortable knowing we have some cushion.
And although I would not be making the order until after receiving payments and theoretically could pull the plug and just refund everyone if too may people drop out I don't really want to worry about the mess that might be as well. I picture myself wandering the boat trying to find people at midnight on night 1 with one of those change dispensers on my hip. LOL!
So anyway I need everyone's feedback or any ideas you have, no matter how small. Thanks for your help and continued support!
Hi there, we have just booked this cruise. I'm Mandy, and I'm a moderator over on the UK Community forum
I will be travelling with my hubby Paul and we've booked a Cat 11 GTY
I'll read through your thread tomorrow, and see what's what
aboard Mandy and family! Glad to have you sailing with us! ,
Dis Trick-O-treat is now officially scheduled for Sunday October 31, at 11:00 AM. Halloween (Key west day).
I need some help and/or ideas!
(this is in regards to lanyards but I will welcome input from anyone!)
I have been working diligently on the lanyards as we wind down the sign ups and proceed to the next step. A thought occurred to me today that hadn't previously. And that is by dividing the cost down to each lanyard if someone does not pay for theirs then the cost per person for everyone else changes. If some have already paid then they would have to be responsible to send me additional $, etc. Others may then want to pull out if the cost is not exactly what was quoted, continuing the snowball. And we aren't even at final payment yet, so people could possibly still drop out of the cruise altogether. (Would hate to see that happen, but it could). So this could be a logistic nightmare.
As much as I would love to be in the position to absorb the extra cost should this occur, it could possibly add up to a very substantial amount. I was already not taking into account other supplies I would have to purchase like cardstock, and ink for example. So I was already facing some out of pocket expense. I'm just concerned that this could end up being a mess or a huge headache splitting it up per lanyard.
Does anyone have any solutions or ideas? Experience on past cruises? My last cruise did a "Lanyard team" where each member made a flat contribution ($10) and then enough lanyards were purchased for everyone to have one. In exchange for their contribution, these members usernames were listed on the backside of the nametags. If we wanted to do this option we would need roughly 20 volunteers to chip in $10/each. The order will cost appx $200.
Or I could add a "buffer" amount to the final cost and divide that amount up equally. For instance If the order costs $200, I would add say $30 on top and divide $230 up amongst those participating. That way if someone ends up not paying, their shortage would come out of the "buffer". If everyone does pay, then that money could go towards other supplies (the ink etc. or even ToT candy). Of course there is the chance that any shortage may exceed the buffer too, but I would feel a lot more comfortable knowing we have some cushion.
And although I would not be making the order until after receiving payments and theoretically could pull the plug and just refund everyone if too may people drop out I don't really want to worry about the mess that might be as well. I picture myself wandering the boat trying to find people at midnight on night 1 with one of those change dispensers on my hip. LOL!
So anyway I need everyone's feedback or any ideas you have, no matter how small. Thanks for your help and continued support!
Hey gang real quick but I have received some new PM's regarding lanyards. If you have not seen the choices I will repost below. Let me know if you prefer one design over another.
Also let me know what colors you would prefer. We will have one color which will be the base (fabric or plastic) of the lanyard and the writing will be black or white.
SCDizneyDawn I have not gotten your PM yet but it may be hung up in the system so if I don't get it by tomorrow I will send you one to confirm how many you want.
Here are the options, these prices are estimated.
Thanks all, I'm off to work!
We are good with the buffer too. Thank you for taking this on.Or I could add a "buffer" amount to the final cost and divide that amount up equally. For instance If the order costs $200, I would add say $30 on top and divide $230 up amongst those participating. That way if someone ends up not paying, their shortage would come out of the "buffer". If everyone does pay, then that money could go towards other supplies (the ink etc. or even ToT candy). Of course there is the chance that any shortage may exceed the buffer too, but I would feel a lot more comfortable knowing we have some cushion.
So anyway I need everyone's feedback or any ideas you have, no matter how small. Thanks for your help and continued support! [/COLOR]
Me too. Although, I can't help but think about when my sister came back from their cruise. She said the whole trip was awesome except she wasn't so happy about trying to explain why a guy riding a bike was only wear a tu tu. and only the tu tu. My nephew told me that KW is no good for kids. When I asked him why? He said that there are no place to buy toys on the entire island except Walgreens. LOL.
If I can convince the wife, I'm fine in leaving the kid on the ship and let him play.
cmbar, I would love to help you out with some magnets, and a very special one for your parents! If you would like, pm me a scan of the photo you mentioned and I'll do my best to incorporate that into a graphic that you could then print out, laminate and attach adhesive magnets to the back of, or just print it out onto magnetic paper. Have a peek in my 4shared album in my signature and if you like pick out any others you'd like. I can personalize any there. Also, Jordak and Milliepie on the Main DCL board in the thread called "Cruise Magnets and Graphics Links" do some Awesome anniversary disigns. I'm certain they'd also be more than happy to help you out!
nenner, count me in on the buffer. Pm as to where I can send you $10.00 and I'll get that out this week.
Hi Nenner,
I completely understand the sundry issues connected with the lanyard effort. Count me in as being a willing be a part of the "buffer group" to hedge the bets of any possible non-participants. So charge me the $10 extra amount (and no I don't need an acknowlegement on the back of it) or add the extra buffer onto the final total and I'd be glad to pay a part of that too. Whatever works best I'm all for. I think it is great that you stepped up to the plate and agreed to organize this for the rest of us. The lanyards will be a wonderful moniker for our fellow meet board members on the Magical cruise through the Western Caribbean!!!
Beth
mandymouse!!
Glad to have an addition to our board! Since you are here, and are from the UK, I actually have a trivia question for you. Actually it's a question we'd like to have an answer for. Today is my DS's 13th Birthday. We gave him his birthday mail from relatives while out for his birthday dinner. My DH's side of the family is from the UK, and one relative from there always sends British Pounds for my children's birthdays! I've never really examined a 5lb note before. So we'd like to know if it really is Elizabeth Fry on the reverse side from the Queen, and if so, who exactly is she in regards to British History? This is not just a learning lesson for my son, but for me too.
I need some help and/or ideas!
(this is in regards to lanyards but I will welcome input from anyone!)
I have been working diligently on the lanyards as we wind down the sign ups and proceed to the next step. A thought occurred to me today that hadn't previously. And that is by dividing the cost down to each lanyard if someone does not pay for theirs then the cost per person for everyone else changes. If some have already paid then they would have to be responsible to send me additional $, etc. Others may then want to pull out if the cost is not exactly what was quoted, continuing the snowball. And we aren't even at final payment yet, so people could possibly still drop out of the cruise altogether. (Would hate to see that happen, but it could). So this could be a logistic nightmare.
As much as I would love to be in the position to absorb the extra cost should this occur, it could possibly add up to a very substantial amount. I was already not taking into account other supplies I would have to purchase like cardstock, and ink for example. So I was already facing some out of pocket expense. I'm just concerned that this could end up being a mess or a huge headache splitting it up per lanyard.
Does anyone have any solutions or ideas? Experience on past cruises? My last cruise did a "Lanyard team" where each member made a flat contribution ($10) and then enough lanyards were purchased for everyone to have one. In exchange for their contribution, these members usernames were listed on the backside of the nametags. If we wanted to do this option we would need roughly 20 volunteers to chip in $10/each. The order will cost appx $200.
Or I could add a "buffer" amount to the final cost and divide that amount up equally. For instance If the order costs $200, I would add say $30 on top and divide $230 up amongst those participating. That way if someone ends up not paying, their shortage would come out of the "buffer". If everyone does pay, then that money could go towards other supplies (the ink etc. or even ToT candy). Of course there is the chance that any shortage may exceed the buffer too, but I would feel a lot more comfortable knowing we have some cushion.
And although I would not be making the order until after receiving payments and theoretically could pull the plug and just refund everyone if too may people drop out I don't really want to worry about the mess that might be as well. I picture myself wandering the boat trying to find people at midnight on night 1 with one of those change dispensers on my hip. LOL!
So anyway I need everyone's feedback or any ideas you have, no matter how small. Thanks for your help and continued support!
Hey Mandy! Great to see you joining us on this cruise (you are aware it is a Halloween, not a Christmas celebration I take it???!! )
Been spending most of my time planning like a demon on the Cruise board, not been on the Community Board for ages and ages If you read the first post on this thread, it has all of the info you need I think, Janice has done a great job of keeping it up to date. There have a been a few meets I have missed over the years for one reason or another, but delighted we will hopefully finally get to meet on the Magic