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PassPorter News
News, Announcements, Updates, and Tips
September 21, 2006 * Issue
6.36
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In This Newsletter:
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From the Authors: Barcelona, Here We Come!
Travel Feature: Explore Alaska: Part Two
Disney Feature: Family Packing Strategies
Updates: What's New and Changed
Tips: Story Book Ending, Locker Lowdown, Sun Smarts
Captain's Corner: The Psychiatry Card
Q&A: Is it ok
to sit in the front of the town car?
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FROM THE AUTHORS: Barcelona,
Here We Come!
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Visions of sugar plums may dance in some heads, but
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cruise ships and Mediterranean ports of call. Our Mediterranean research trip is just a bit
more than a week away, and we're cramming our poor brains full of every detail
we can uncover about our destinations. Long ago, planning for our Disney trips
became a routine matter, but a trip like this, which brings us to so many new
places, is a great reminder of just how challenging and exciting that
first (or second) trip to Disney is for so many of our readers. We look forward
to incorporating our new experiences into the next edition of PassPorter's
Field Guide to the Disney Cruise Line, which will cover 2007's visit by the
Disney Magic to these same ports of call!
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next few months, including one on NewsChannel FM 105.5 & AM 1240 in
Colorado Springs, Colorado in October. We'll keep you posted as we know more.
In this week's newsletter guest contributor Ann
Weber continues her series of articles on her family's "land cruise" (RV
explorations) of Alaska,
and JoAnne Noel shares her tips on packing for small children in the face of
current airline luggage policies in Honey I Shrunk Your Luggage Allowance. As always,
our very own treasure hunter Captain Jack Skatt serves up a new treasure hunting game at Walt
Disney World. Enjoy!
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TRAVEL FEATURE: Explore Alaska: Part Two
(From the Comfort of Your RV!)
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by Ann Weber, Guest Contributor
(Read Part One in last week's newsletter at http://www.passporter.com/news/news091406.htm )
There are so many beautiful and interesting things
to do in Alaska; it is hard to determine which route you should take. We rented
our RV in Anchorage. Having only 7 days for our explorations, we immediately
headed north along the George Parks Highway (Highway 3) towards Denali National
Park, a must-see on our list. When we thought we had more time available, we
had planned on continuing north to Fairbanks and then return to Anchorage via
Delta Junction and Glen Allen. You should allow at least two weeks for this
route.
There are many places along the way to stop and
look at scenery, participate in fun activities, and explore as you drive along
Highway 3. In my opinion, if you are planning a trip to Alaska, you must
purchase a MILEPOST©
magazine. It lists
just about everything there is to see and do along Alaska's highways. You must
be aware that much of the information presented is actually paid
advertisements. The other problem we ran into was that there were not always
mileposts along the side of the road and it was hard to determine where in the
book we were without them.
Along the route from Anchorage to Denali National
Park, you will go through Wasilla. This is a great place to load up with
groceries and other supplies. There is a Fred Meyer store on the right side of
the road as you head north on the Parks Highway. This is a store similar to
Super Wal-Mart. If you are several days into your trip and hungry for all
your standard chain restaurants, you can find many of them here, too.
After a scenic view stop, we stopped at Talkeetna. This was
where we were to spend our first night in the RV. There is a Denali National Park Ranger Station here. It
serves as a registration location for climbers and has interpretive programs.
We were lucky enough to see a program about how animals survive the Talkeetna
winters. Talkeetna is a small
town. There are a few quaint museums and shops. Hiking, river rafting, and
flight-seeing are all available. Unless you are planning on spending time
exploring nature, Talkeetna can be visited in about half a day. Beware of the
mosquitoes, they are plentiful and like to bite. It was also fun to try and
sleep at night with three skylights in the RV when it never got completely dark
outside.
As you continue north on Highway 3, you pass
through several different physical geographies. It is interesting watching the
changes in the trees and plant growth along the road. There are many
opportunities to stop and take pictures along the way. There are several
locations where Mount McKinley is
visible, if the clouds are cooperating. One statistic states you have about a
30% chance of seeing the mountain cloudless in the summer.
Denali National Park is approximately six million
acres and has one road going through it. Unless you are camping deep in the
park (where you must stay three days and leave your car parked for the duration
of your stay) you must take shuttles into the park when you want to go beyond
Mile 15. We only spent one night here, but you could easily spend two, possibly
three nights . There are plenty of hiking trails as well as an interesting
science center, sled dog demonstrations and more. I recommend the eight hour
shuttle ride to Fish Creek. The scenery is amazing and you get to see wildlife.
How much and what kind of wildlife varies.
On our way back south, we tried to see the
Transportation and Industry museum in Wasilla, but it was not open on Mondays.
We were able to see the Iditarod
Headquarters museum and
take a ride, with the dogs pulling a wheeled sled. The ride was extremely
short, but very enjoyable. The museum/gift shop had displays and videos about
the Iditarod.
We continued south to Highway 1 through Anchorage
and on to Seward. There was so much to do and see on the way from Anchorage to Seward,
that we didnÕt arrive at our campground until evening and we missed several
stops along the way that looked interesting. There are pull-outs with
interpretive signs all along the road.
The first official stop heading south out of
Anchorage was the Kenai Peninsula Visitor Center. There is a large snowplow
train engine on display. This area gets a lot of snow and is prone to
avalanches so the snow plows are very important to the trains. Make sure you
see the gift shop/information area. When we were there they had plenty of free
maps and information and free post cards from Chugach State Park.
The next stop was the Indian
Valley gold mine. We purchased
some containers of dirt and tried our hands at gold panning. The gold we found
was placed in small vials for us to bring home. You can also purchase jewelry
that they will load your gold into as a souvenir. The museum is small and
unimpressive, but the view of the area is beautiful and panning for gold is a
lot of fun.
Our next stop was the Alaska
Wildlife Conservation Center. Although the
animals were fenced in, we were able to see things we wouldnÕt see otherwise on
our trip. You drive through the Conservation Center, but you can pull over and
get out if you want a better view.
Our last touring stop of the day was at Portage Glacier. There is a
movie about glaciers that is very informative. There is also a small museum.
One to two hours is sufficient for the film and visitor center. I am sure there
are beautiful hiking trails accessible from here as well.
Everyone was starving, so we stopped at the Trail
Lake Lodge in Moose Pass for dinner. It was a really good meal in a relaxed
environment.
During our full day in Seward we hiked the Overlook and Outwash Plain trails at Exit
Glacier. The Overlook Trail was not very long, but there was one small area
where it was steep enough to make me stop for a short break. Everyone else
hiked it without a problem.
After our hikes we went into Seward and had lunch
at ApolloÕs. They served wonderful Italian and Greek dishes. The portions were
large enough for some of us to share meals. We ended our day at the SeaLife
Center. It was very
informative and fun. We spent several hours there going through the exhibits
and watching the sea birds and seals. There is a large free parking lot for the
SeaLife Center.
In Anchorage, we visited Earthquake Park. I would
recommend doing this before your drive to Seward so you can see the effects of
the earthquake from different perspectives. We also went to the Alaska
Native Heritage Center. This was a
wonderful experience. They have villages representing different Alaska Native
cultures. You need at least three hours here. If you enjoy history, crafts,
songs, and games, you can probably spend most of a day here.
While I feel like we were able to explore much of
the beauty of Alaska, we were definitely doing a "commando" tour of
the region. There are many sites we were not able to visit. I guess we better
plan another trip!
About the Author: Ann Weber is an avid vacation planner. Now that the two years
of planning the Alaska adventure is behind her, Ann is diving into plans for
her family's upcoming Disney Christmas vacation.
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DISNEY FEATURE: Honey, I Shrunk Your Luggage
Allowance:
Packing For Families
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by JoAnne Noel, Guest Contributor
Traveling with children is not for the faint of
heart. But we love travel and our kids do, too, so long as we manage it well
for them. Part of that is bringing the right stuff. This isnÕt another packing
list though; IÕm talking about how you approach
packing.
HereÕs what I think: Traveling with kids requires a
different mind-set from the days when all you needed was your carry-on and your
sense of adventure. Since the terror threats of August 10 have changed what we
can bring in our carry-on luggage, itÕs getting harder to get by without checked
baggage. Parents and others traveling with youngsters might as well embrace the
change.
What are you taking?
LetÕs start with some general considerations.
The longer youÕre away, the more youÕll miss the
familiar. A long weekend without the babyÕs beloved play mat would probably be
fine, but if youÕre going for 8 days you might get tired of finding new comfy,
safe and interesting places for her to wiggle.
WhatÕs your tolerance for doing laundry on
vacation? Some people say no way, while others view it as welcome downtime.
This has a huge impact on the amount of clothes you bring. Many resorts have on
site laundry facilities, which may make this decision easier.
Think about kitchenware. Many families have
breakfasts or snacks in the room. The space required for a few familiar cups
and dishes may be worth itÑparticularly things like no-spill sippy cups and the
cereal bowls with Mickey or the princesses. Skip anything that canÕt be
properly cleaned with a quick rinse.
If you plan to rent a car, you can buy all the
consumables you need, from oatmeal to diapers, once you get there. Some
experienced travelers prefer ordering from a grocery delivery service, such as Goodings.
Your resort or hotel may provide many of the
basics. Disney resorts, for example, can easily supply pack-and-plays for cribs
(with, I hear, Disney-themed sheets), or bedrails for pre-schoolers.
You may want to rent the big stuff. Do you need a
high chair for your condo? An exersaucer for your pre-walker? The Walt Disney
Travel Company recommends All About Kids, though an
internet search will yield other providers of rental equipment.
How old are your kids?
The smaller the child, the more stuff he or she
needs. Any infant needs lots of diapers, a million burp clothes, and several
outfits per day. I cannot imagine spending more than a day or two with a child
under a year old without doing laundry. (Though it would certainly be a dream
come trueÑtell the Cast Member that if you get
selected in the ÒYear of a Million DreamsÓ promotion!)
With infants and toddlers, you also have to carry
more specialized food-related equipment. If your child uses bottles, bring a
bottle brush and one of those dishwasher bottle baskets to keep it all
together. We traveled with a Òstarter kitÓ of familiar baby food and then
shopped.
The younger the child, the more helpful the
familiar will be in other regards. The hotelÕs pack-and-play can feel more like
home with a favorite blanket and the usual lullabies on CD. Bringing the right
assortment of the familiar-and-comforting without packing the whole house takes
some thought. Give yourself time to examine your routine for a few days, and
make lists.
You will also need to be strategic about
entertainment. Generally, the more creative a toy, the better. Building sets
are a pain to keep together, but are compact and versatile. Dolls or action
figures may work for your story-creating child. You probably donÕt need a
lotÑitÕs Disney World after allÑbut a well-worn favorite can be just the thing
for an afternoon break.
How do you put it all together?
So now youÕre trying to put a potty seat in a
hard-sider you bought during your Òcarry-on onlyÓ years. Meet the traveling
parentÕs friend, the hockey bag (equipment bag). Big, shapeless, cheap, and
bulletproof. Your oddest shaped items can be safely tucked away in these canvas
behemoths, even if you also use one or two traditional bags. Do check with your
airline regarding maximum weight and dimensions, though; these bags are so
accommodating, before you know it youÕll need a goalie to lift it.
Within that luggage I add another organizing layer;
a mesh bag for each person. I purchased mesh beach bags with drawstrings, the
sort you use for damp towels. They're especially helpful if you are living out
of the suitcase for all or part of the tripÑyou can find anything without
throwing it all over the bed.
Refining wardrobe options can make your life a
little easier on arrival. Lay out each outfit and roll it up: socks, underwear,
shirts, and pants. No guessing or negotiating. You will need to take into
account variable circumstancesÑone or two dressier choices, some warmer pieces
for layering. You can then wrap each bundle in a big elastic band. (Banding or
Ziplocs also work very well to keep
spare outfits together in your daypack.)
Getting it all there
Your airline may have special rules for luggage and
equipment. Some allow you to check your childÕs car seat and/or stroller in
addition to the base luggage allowance (Air Canada, JetBlue). Others only substitute piece for piece, so
you can check the stroller instead of a bag
(Southwest). Some give you extra carry-on allowances for lap children
(American); others donÕt. ThereÕs usually some accommodation available for all
that extra gear, you just have to check with your airline.
Just about every carrier allows gate checking of
car seats/infant carriers and strollers, a very handy perk (especially since it
doesn't count against your luggage allowance). Tell the check-in agent you want
to gate check the item; you will probably receive a special luggage tag to
attach to it. You use the item right up to the door of the airplane, where it
will be picked up and packed at the front of the luggage compartment. As soon
as the plane lands, it will be brought back to the door of the plane.
In your carry-on, bring anything youÕll need
shortly after arrival, like swimsuits, or tropic-weight clothes. Include
prescriptions and over-the-counter things in pill or powder form, like the
decongestant for little ears. Keep in mind that only 4 ounces of liquid
over-the-counter medication can be put in carry-on luggage so look for chewable
or dissolving tablets or the new ÒstripÓ medications.
If your child has a Òlovey," a special toy or
blanket, keep it on you. Floppy Puppy does not go under the
plane. This vital item stays inside the backpack until we reach the hotel room.
The only thing worse than losing it in the luggage would be leaving it in the
gate area of a connecting airport.
The longer the trip, the more distraction you have
to supply. Experienced parents stuff the carry-on with surprises; dollar store
trinkets like new coloring books, or travel treats from the local Disney Store.
These things also fill in any holes in the traveling toy collection.
Maybe my Òtravel heavyÓ philosophy isnÕt for you.
However, you can be comprehensive and streamlined
in your packing, and accept having more checked luggage for a while. WeÕve
often lost our bags, but they always catch up with us within 24 hours. If your
luggage does get lost, well, youÕve got your swimsuit and a change for everyone
in your carry-on, so go start your vacation. Let the airline get all that stuff
to your hotel!
About the Author: JoAnne No‘l is a stay-at-home mom of two young children who
are Ògreat little travelersÓ. She prefers writing about travel to her previous
life writing about government, and hopes to keep it that way. JoAnne lives with
her husband and children in Nova Scotia, Canada and is planning a second family
trip to Orlando in January 2007.
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UPDATES: What's New and Changed
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Here's a few relevant news items:
The list of narrators for the 2006 Candlelight
Processional has been updated. The new schedule is:
Nov
24-26 - David Robinson
Nov
27-29 - John O'Hurley
Nov
30-Dec 2 - Rita Moreno
Dec
3-5 - Chita Rivera (new addition)
Dec
6-8 - To Be Announced
Dec
9-11 - Steven Curtis Chapman
Dec
12-14 - Maureen McGovern
Dec
15-17 - Kirk Cameron
Dec
18-20 - Brian Dennehy (replacing Lou Diamond Phillips)
Dec
21-23 - Cuba Gooding Jr.
Dec
24-26 - Gary Sinise
Dec
27-30 - Marlee Matlin
Cast Member hometowns, which disappeared from their
nametags a few years ago, will be returning with the introduction of the new "Year
of A Million Dreams" nametags. The new nametags will feature the slogan
"Where Dreams Come True."
The Breathless, a popular member of the Walt Disney
World fleet usually used for fireworks cruises, will be undergoing
refurbishment beginning October 1, 2006.
DVC Members and Annual Passholders will have the
opportunity to get a sneak peek at the Nemo's Undersea Adventure attraction at
The Seas with Nemo & Friends (currently known as The Living Seas.) The
preview will be held October 13 - 15, 2006.
The Disney Cruise Line has announced the changes
that will be made during the Disney Wonder's refurbishment in a few weeks.
While similar enhancements were made to the Disney Magic last year, there are
several new twists. A new toddler water play area will be added near the Mickey
Pool, based on a Sorcerer Mickey Hat motif. Rather than "borrow"
space on Deck 2 for the kids program (as they did on the Magic), the
interactive ship's bridge simulator will be added to the Oceaneer Lab, and
several other upgrades will be added to the Oceaneer Lab and Oceaneer Club. The
Wonder will retain its three conference rooms on Deck 2, which will be
redecorated and enhanced with a new business center, computer terminals, and a
refreshment bar. Finally, in addition to the same dramatic upgrades and
expansion made to the Vista Spa on the Magic, the Wonder's neighboring Quiet
Cove Pool area will receive its own refurbishments, making this adults-only
haven even more comfy and enjoyable. Oh, yeah, the Wonder is also getting a
Jumbotron screen overlooking the Goofy Pool, just like the Magic did.
Our thanks to http://www.allearsnet.com from which we
get some of our news leads.
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DISNEY TIPS FROM FELLOW READERS
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Our readers are a wealth of information! Here are
the winners in this month's tip contest:
STORY BOOK ENDING
"We brought with us a hardcover Disney story
book featuring many of the characters. Before we left home, we posted sticky
notes with the character's names on them with the corresponding pictures and
story. Each time we met a character they were happy to sign on their picture
page. Sleeping Beauty even took the time to read 'her story' with our son at
the character breakfast. Some of the Princesses left lipstick kiss marks on the
pages as well.
But
the best part was when we would need to wait for the parades or shows, we would
take out the book and let our son choose which story he wanted us to read. It
really passed the time and kept us all entertained. If it were not for the
book, waiting for 30 minutes or more with a 3 year old would have been very
difficult.
We
continue to read from the story book to him and remember all of the special
moments meeting the characters."
--
contributed by Marie V. (tenreddragons@...)
LOCKER LOWDOWN
"During our stay at the beautiful Caribbean
Beach Resort, we were located in Trinidad South and while close to the main
area, it was still a bit of a hike. We bought the refillable souvenir cups and
wanted to use them as much as possible but we did not want to tote them around
with us to all the parks. So we decided to use the pool lockers to our
advantage. Every morning we would take our cups to breakfast, use them for
drinks then spend the $1 and place them in a pool locker before we left for the
parks. We would retrieve them when we got back, fill them up and then walk back
to our rooms. Same for the early evening. We would put them in the lockers, go
out for the evening, come back, refill and go to our rooms. The $15 spent was
well worth not having to walk back and forth when we were hot and tired. There
were always numerous
empty
lockers available so we did not feel like we were taking space away from anyone
trying to use them for pool purposes." -- contributed by Catherine Haynes
(chaynes26@...)
SUN SMARTS
"If you are going to see Disney's Animal
Kingdom make sure to go in the morning. The animals are more likely to be out
and about earlier in the day, when it is cooler. In the afternoon they tend to
get out of the sun. Smart!" (Editor's Note: This is not a bad idea for
humans either! The Florida sun can be brutal at mid-day.) --
contributed by Rebecca D.
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CAPTAIN'S CORNER: Treasure Hunting Game
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Play our fun and quirky treasure hunting game, hosted
by Captain Jack Skatt from our new book, "PassPorter's Treasure Hunts at
Walt Disney World."
The Captain makes a study of the delightful details
-- sometimes hidden, sometimes in plain sight but often overlooked -- at Walt
Disney World and aboard the Disney Cruise Line. Using notes from his journals,
he will lead you to this "treasure" at Disney with clues, questions,
photos, or riddles. Your challenge is to discover the answer by searching your
memory, visiting Disney, or even just looking really hard on the Internet. If
you think you've found the answer, e-mail it to jackskatt@passporter.com -- the
first person to correctly submit the FULL answer will receive a free PassPorter
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Here is this week's treasure from Captain Skatt's
Journal:
"Visions of little pigs stuck in trees have
been haunting me for days. I just can't get the mental image out of my head.
I've finally decided to see a specialist. My pal Sonny Eclipse told me about a
golf buddy of his by the name of Card Walker. Apparently he's a licensed
'practicioner of psychiatry' -- one hopes this is a good thing. I hear he's a
legend in his own right. Rumor has it Card's the only one who could get Walt
and Roy to talk to one another after one of their loud arguments. Sonny says
the doc's office is downtown, but he didn't give me anymore details. So I've
been wandering the streets all day in search of his establishment. I think I
just spied a little pig in a second story window, but no shrink's office
yet."
Where is Card Walker's "office?"
Send your full answer to jackskatt@passporter.com -- the
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Congratulations to Sara Dunk who was the winner
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Q & A WITH JENNIFER & DAVE
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TiggerTails asks: "For my trip in December I
have booked a town car. Do I sit in the front or the back? I'll feel kind of
weird either way. What do you do when solo? Help! "
Dave answers: "Speaking as someone who was a
driver (a very, very long time ago)... unless the back seat is full, the driver
will usually feel much better if you sit in the back.
For a
variety of reasons, front seat passengers pose a greater risk to the driver's
safety and security. So much so that in some cities, passengers are not allowed
in the front seat at all. Also, the front seat is the driver's private office
(and a pretty darn small one at that - it makes Dilbert's cubicle seem like a
palace). Many carry a briefcase with them, and often there are clipboards and
other papers on the seat that the driver would probably prefer his/her
passengers not see - credit card slips from other passengers, for instance.
When passengers are seated in the back the driver can speak discretely with the
dispatcher about the next fare. When you're right there up front, the same
conversation can become uncomfortable....
Finally, it's really hard for the driver to make you feel
pampered when you're not stretched out in that big, cushy back seat. Just
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