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Well it may not be Mr. Roarke�s Fantasy Island (http://www.epguides.com/FantasyIsland/cast.jpg), but we are excited to announce our sport�s version of a Disc Golf Fantasy Island Cruise to the BAHAMAS!

<font color="blue"> The Island Hoppin�, Cocktail Sippin�, Disc Golfin� Cruise </font>

December 4-8, 2006

Join your hosts Jay & Des Reading along with Juliana Korver and Shawn Sinclair for this first ever historic disc golf cruise brought to you by your friends at Sun King Discs (http://www.sunkingdiscs.com/) and DGA (http://www.discgolfassoc.com/).

We�ll be sailing the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line�s Sovereign of the Seas (http://www.royalcaribbean.com/findacruise/ships/class/ship/home.do;jsessionid=0000QQyroj2HL583peu2jGhOJCq:10k tdmkdk?br=R&shipClassCode=SS&shipCode=SS) for four nights in the lush tropics of the Bahamas. We�ll leave out of Port Canaveral, Florida and visit CocoCay and Nassua of the Bahamas. Now for the best part:

The cruise ship will be carrying 18 disc golf baskets in the hull just for us and stopping at one of Royal Caribbean�s private islands for an 18 hole, two round PDGA C-Tier tournament!

Come with your friends, bring your family, there will be plenty to see and do to please everybody involved.

<font color="blue"> The Island Hoppin�, Cocktail Sippin�, Disc Golfin� Cruise Details: </font>

Check out these prices which are based on double occupancy and include government fees, taxes and port charges. Prices are subject to change based on availability and number of occupants.

Category F1 Oceanview upper-----$432.00 per person
Category 1 Oceanview lower-----$392.00 per person
Category M Boat Interior----------$372.00 per person

The C-Tier Disc Golf tournament entry is $50.00 per person*

*All cruisers will receive a welcome package valued at $75.00. Cruisers are not required to play the tournament. Tournament entry fee is extra.

Your hosts Juliana, Shawn, Des and Jay are also planning some fun and will be giving some clinics and hosting other events while on the cruise, so stay tuned.

For the official information please check out the flyer here (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm).

For more information or booking, please call a Cruise World specialist at 1-800-228-1153 and tell them the Reading�s sent you.

sounds like a plan,how much are we talking? are you playing Z-Boaz Open?

*drool*

*drool*



Yeah what he said!!! :D:D:D

Thanks Jay and Des...I got my flyer in the mail...and my wife is actually considering going!!!! Without the Kids!!!

Lets see if we can swing it!

Whats the limit of people for the disc cruise?

Jay,

Did you secure a special group rate, or is it just the standard cruise company rate?

If a special group rate, are there special rates for suites, too?

I think we're probably going to take this trip, but I know my wife is going to want a suite with a private balcony...

I want to go soooooooooooooooooooooooo badly, but idk if I have school. Why didnt you make this during a break!!!!!!!

ZZ is gonna try DESYETi.....How about that mass purchase for us maniacs,,,

Just to be clear, we (J&D, JK&SS) all are just the hosts. We get the job of promoting the cruise, having fun and making sure you all have fun as well. The cruise itself was put together by the guys at SunKing and CruiseWorld.
--I think the cruise has 50+ rooms saved for disc golf
--I am checking on the suites Rooster

I know what you mean Willie, but your spring break is someone elses school week. We need you to stay in school a little longer anyway before you start thrashing the Pros regularly On Tour ;)

We'll tell IZZaac Washington (http://www.allaboutjazz.com/sepatbluenote/ted_lange.jpg) to get the bar stocked.

AHHHHHHHH...we'll be trying to bring some TTrim as well

What is the deadline for tickets? I'm sure it's first come first serve till booked. will there be updates with rooms aval.or should I say left, I'm sure this will fill fast.

Question, is there going to be enough time to get the course set up and play 2 rounds and then pull it down?? The ship is Tendered which means we have to take a little boat from the ship to shore. The lines for that can be long sometimes.

Other than that, I think I may try to do this.

Rooster, no balcony rooms available on this ship.

http://media.royalcaribbean.com/content/images/fleet/ships/shp_ss_shoreline_img_175.jpg

This is an older ship build in 1988. It has room for 2,852 passengers.

http://media.royalcaribbean.com/content/images/port/port_sequence/BAHAM/BAHAM_BAH_PCN_436009A_lg.gif

<table border="1"><tr><td>Day</td><td>Port </td><td> Arrive</td><td> Depart </td><td>Activity
</td></tr><tr><td>04-Dec</td><td> Port Canaveral Florida </td><td> 5:00 PM</td><td> Boarding
</td></tr><tr><td>05-Dec </td><td> Cococay Bahamas</td><td> 8:00 AM</td><td> 5:00 PM</td><td> Tendered
</td></tr><tr><td>06-Dec </td><td> Nassau Bahamas</td><td> 7:00 AM</td><td> 11:59 PM </td><td> Docked
</td></tr><tr><td>07-Dec </td><td> At Sea
</td></tr><tr><td>08-Dec</td><td> Port Canaveral Florida</td><td> 7:30 AM</td><td> Departure
</td></tr><tr><td> </tr></td></table>

My wife and I are also interested!!!! :D

Do these prices include airfare?

there is one day with laughter

Check out these prices which are based on double occupancy and include government fees, taxes and port charges. Prices are subject to change based on availability and number of occupants.

Thats a good deal, I doubt seriously if it includes airfare as well.

Pizza, this is all a new endeavor, but I do know they had to work pretty closely with Royal C. to even get approval to carry the baskets etc. so it will all be an adventure. Maybe we get boarding privileges? These guys pulled off a first year Champions Cup so I think they got it going on.

--We have 75 cabins reserved (double occupancy)

--There is a payment plan so to speak if you want to pay your first $100 deposit on or before February 20th. That way you can save and deposit as the summer rolls on and by the time the cold arrives in December you already paid for the white sand beaches and sky blue water.

That's a good flyer, alot of info. Sorry should have read that first.

i think this just made me want to not go to worlds.

I'm considering buying two spaces and auctioning one off on EBay. It should pay for my tournaments for life.

Will there be a YETI sized b-day cake on board!!!! :D

That's the week of Baby's B-day too. :DWe are definetlly considering this. :cool:

Don't worry about the price of the cruise, Y'all better worry about the cost of all the new outfits all the ladies will be buying for the trip. :o

do we have to get tickets for the cruise through CruiseWorld???

My In-Laws are Diamond level cruiser with Royal Caribian and may be able to get me tickets cheaper than published rates.

BTW, my wife and I may be in. I know she is not going to play disc golf (she can snorkle that day, I will never go snorkeling again)

We are looking at bringing one of our kids. But he is in school that week and they don't allow you to miss that many days anymore. (I missed the whole last week of school when I was his age for a family vacation)

But either way we may try to swing it.

It may cost as much to get there as the cruise cost itself.

I would love to go, but it looks like the dates will conflict with the wife's finals.

is someone going to go there before hand and design the course?

First 18 off the boat get to design a hole :D

LOL First 18, huh? That's me then!! I'd like to be in on the evaluation process for this course. ;)

This is gonna be a blast!! I can't wait!! Thanks to all involved!!

From the web site:

The course scorecard and photos will be available in late spring.



Looks like someone is going this spring to design the course and make up scorecards beforehand.

You got that right Gecko, Des is already swimsuit shopping
Man, if just the people posting already decide to go this will be an incredible cruise! :D

Some more answers:

There was a question about the time parameters on
CocoCay. We have secured a priority dis-embarkment off of the ship. The course will be a traditional type course designed
with time constraints in mind. There will be a lunch
buffet in between rounds. Also, the players' meeting
and awards ceremonies will both be conducted on the
ship.

If you have your flight in to Florida just before the cruise, there are shuttle options. You'll have to see what options there are with CruiseWorld and Royal C.

We have 75 cabins on reserve and can get more if need be. Our deals are set up through CruiseWorld and only include the cabins on the flyer. If you want a Suite or Quad, CruiseWorld can accomadate you, but the pricing will obviously will be structured differently.

I have had a number of inquiries about sending in the deposit. The deposit will secure your spot and let you take advantage of a payment plan so to speak. Please read the flyer closely for details. Cruise Flyer (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm)

Please call a CruiseWorld representative at:
1-800-228-1153 or 1-813-265-8747
I spoke to a really cool dude at ext. 202 (Andy)
Please be sure to mention that you were referred by your hosts (Jay, Des, Shawn and Juliana)

I would love to be able to do this- and surprisingly- my wife is thinking we really could-

but-

$100 non-refundable deposit + $25 cancelation fee =

$250 for a couple they totally lose if something happens between the end of February and December and they can't make it.That is a pretty stiff loss.

I understand the cancelation fee. I would even understand it taking up to 60 days to get a refund on a deposit- But to completly lose $250 is a little out of hand...

Is there any negotiation on this?

Does this thing sail out of Miami?

Josh, I am really not answering your specific question, but have some considerations for you.

You don't have to pay the deposit. You can pay for the cruise at any point during the process. If you decide that the cruise is a go in late September for instance, you'll have to pay the full amount at the time of registration.

Believe me, I see your point. You have to understand the undertaking that is being done here. Given the noncommittal nature of disc golfers to pre-register for regular tournaments, the cruise organizers need hard committment for an endeavor of this scope and size. Obviously we are not going three hours away to a B-Tier tournament, but off to the exotics of another country an ocean away.

You can always start your own payment plan and sock away $20 each week until you feel safe in being able to attend. This option will not cost you any more. Emergencies are always a distinct possibility in life, unfortunately we just can't predict them.

Port Canaveral, Florida

Has anyone looked into flights? seems like a pain , so far!! Can cruiseworld set up reasonable flights etc, also? It seemed that the options were either Melbourne or Orlando!! Melbourne seemed to have limited flights from Austin and is 20 miles away.Orlando had more options and was around 80 miles away!! I think the Miami Cruise would have been more feasible and had 1 extra stop in key west!!

Thanks Jay, that might be all the difference I need!

Efi- we might talk to an agent and get a group deal with airfair and shuttle to the port....

CruiseWorld is your best bet for information regarding specifics and logistics.

Andy (ext 202) informed me that you will find the cheapest flights into Orlando, FL. They can help you with flights as they are a travel agency. If you find a cheap flight on your own, and book your cruise, you can purchase a transfer for about $35-$40 roundtrip.
That means a shuttle will pick you up at the airport and take you to the cruise, both there and back.

Yes, you may even get Rock Star treatment with a little dude standing at baggage claim in a suit holding a card with your name on it.
You know it won't be a limo, however ;)

Hey Yeti. Sounds like a blast my friend. Hope I can make time for it. It is nice having almost a year to plan for it. Hope to see you and Des at the Memorial. Keeps it real.

Thanks Jay, that might be all the difference I need!

Efi- we might talk to an agent and get a group deal with airfair and shuttle to the port....



sounds good Josh , we should put together a head count of everyone who is planning or considering going from this area!! I know Robbie C. has stated his interest in going!! Is there Anyone else from cen-tex that is interested????

What NON DISC GOLF activities are going to be available? I need to be able to sell the NON DISC GOLF portion of the trip if I ever want to make this happen.

Check out the flyer and cruise activities , its an easy sell!! My wife does not play dg at all and sometimes despises me playing however she suggested we go!!! :DI had not even begun my sales pitch and she was making plans and looking for flights etc. :D

Thanks Jay, that might be all the difference I need!

Efi- we might talk to an agent and get a group deal with airfair and shuttle to the port....



sounds good Josh , we should put together a head count of everyone who is planning or considering going from this area!! I know Robbie C. has stated his interest in going!! Is there Anyone else from cen-tex that is interested????


Baby and I will most likely stoaway :D:cool:

Just as thought on any cruise, there will be a "Formal Night". Gentelman must wear a suit and tie or Tux, and the ladies in cocktail dresses. Mando till proly midnight on deck. Don't know which day though. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Has anyone looked into flights? seems like a pain , so far!! Can cruiseworld set up reasonable flights etc, also? It seemed that the options were either Melbourne or Orlando!! Melbourne seemed to have limited flights from Austin and is 20 miles away.Orlando had more options and was around 80 miles away!! I think the Miami Cruise would have been more feasible and had 1 extra stop in key west!!



Hey Efrain, I checked on some flights from SA to Orlando and they were a lot lower then going through Cruise world. I called Southwest and Delta they wanted $225.00 per person and Cruise world is charging $389.00. Plus I asked the airlines and they said that sometimes the shuttle needed from the airport might be included, depending on the airline.

Hope this helps. :cool:

yes indeed, $225 sounds much better than I have seen!! WE could all share a shuttle and make it even more feasible if need be!!

Sounds like a plan!! :D

I will let you know when we decide to make flight reservations.

kewl!!

What NON DISC GOLF activities are going to be available? I need to be able to sell the NON DISC GOLF portion of the trip if I ever want to make this happen.



What to do on shore (http://www.royalcaribbean.com/findacruise/cruiseDetails/shoreExcursions.do;jsessionid=0000oi2rEWeHy8-HcH9GxDxQiLu:10ktdmkdk?packageCode=SS04PC44&sailDate=1061204&selectedCurrencyCode=USD)

Yo Yeti,

How hard would it be for me to meet y'all on the island for the tournament?

The family and i could visit my sister in Miami for a few days. Then i could get on a Bahama's Island hopper flight for like $60, and meet you there.

Is that possible?

Just as thought on any cruise, there will be a "Formal Night". Gentelman must wear a suit and tie or Tux, and the ladies in cocktail dresses. Mando till proly midnight on deck. Don't know which day though. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



They can be fun, but you are not required to be there. On my cruise to the Carrabian, my wife and I skiped one of the formal nights and ate at the The Windjammer Caf�. (the buffet)

I dropped the idea of this cruise on the girlfriend last night and she was more excited then I have seen her in the last year so I think we are going to try and make this happen. Do you think that I will have to pay the deposit or do you think its pretty safe to say I can pay in full almost all they way up untill mid November and still get a room???

Id rather not pay the deposit since money is tight right now but if thats what I need to do I will. Heck if something comes up im sure I could always sell my tickets on Ebay :D:D:D

do you think its pretty safe to say I can pay in full almost all they way up untill mid November and still get a room???





Only if you play MPO , you bagger!!lol :p

do you think its pretty safe to say I can pay in full almost all they way up untill mid November and still get a room???





Only if you play MPO , you bagger!!lol :p



the only reason that I wouldnt be playing MPO is if I quit disc golf by then and I dont see myself EVER quitting disc golf so ill see you in MPO on the Island as long as all goes well :D

yeah right, mills will be playin am.
and we have 11 months to hear about how he will play pro... then when we get there it will be a totally different story.
no need to bs everyone.....

Yes, you can wait until closer to the cruise time, BUT you risk the rates going up. The rate WILL go up if the ship starts to fill early.

On the other hand, you could wait till a month out and get the room even cheaper than right now.

So far the cheapest I can get the room with all charges is $609.76. Add insurance to $682.76. I can add airfair for 359 per person which is more than the cruise. (it does not say what airlines or how we get to the ship. I assume it is included but have not read all the fine details yet.)

I may book the cruise as soon as we find sitters for our kids, then I will worry about how to get there.

If I go, and I drive, how much is parking at the Port? I know I could probably do a search for this... actually did Google it and couldn't find an answer.

180 Christopher Columbus Drive
Port Canaveral, Florida 32920

321-783-7831 888-767-8226

Parking Fees
Parking fee is $10.00 per day for vehicles up to 20 feet in length and $20.00 per day for vehicles over 20 feet. The total amount for the time the vehicle is to be parked must be paid in full upon entering the parking area. Visa, MasterCard, Traveler's Checks issued in U.S. dollars and cash are accepted. All fees stated above are subject to change without notice by Canaveral Port Authority.

Parking Information
� Parking at Port Canaveral's Cruise Terminals is paved, gated, and under 24-hour surveillance. Limited free parking is available in Daytime Only parking lots at each Cruise Terminal for persons having business at the Terminal or aboard the Cruise Ship only during the hours the ship is docked at the Terminal. No overnight parking is permitted in Daytime Only parking lots without permission from Canaveral Port Authority.
� Parking for SunCruz Casino Lines SunCruz XII is free and located in The Cove near the bulkhead next to Rusty's.

Terminal Information
Located on Port Canaveral's south side, terminals 2,3 and 4 were the first terminals designed and built specifically to accommodate cruise ships and their passengers.

While all efforts are made to maintain accuracy the information provided is subject to change at any time.

$50 ain't that bad for parking. I have spent more than that at DFW airport.

I just received a question about going on the cruise as a single. What would the price be since it says based on double occupancy?

<font color="red"> The answer is you would have to pay double if you want the cabin by yourself. So I suggest anyone looking to go alone post here looking for a roomate. </font>

And for those of you that don't know. pretty much every cabin is set up for 2 twins or a queensize bed.( the queen size bed is really just 2 twins put together)

Ok,

Cheapest flight from DFW to MCO is $231/$462

ONLY direct flight is American for $257/$514

I found transport for 2 people for $60 ($72 with tip)

But it goes down from there if you add more people. In fact it is only $75 for 4. How about $120 for 6 to 10 people.

If 5 couples can arrive about the same time in Orlando, we can book a van for 12 per person or $24 per couple (plus tip of course)

Just thinking. I would rather spend $30 more on the cruse than trasportation.

I've never cruised before. What time do they leave on Monday? What time would this thing get back on Friday?

Is it wise to try and get a Friday flight out of there, or is it better to just spend the night Friday night and fly out on Saturday?

TIA.

do you think its pretty safe to say I can pay in full almost all they way up untill mid November and still get a room???





Only if you play MPO , you bagger!!lol :p



the only reason that I wouldnt be playing MPO is if I quit disc golf by then and I dont see myself EVER quitting disc golf so ill see you in MPO on the Island as long as all goes well :D



hell yeah!! It's the same entry either way, why not!! :D

Hi Rhett,

To begin the trip, departure is set for 5pm on the 4th.
We are scheduled to return at 7:30 am on the 8th. Plenty of time to get a flight out on the 8th.


*** All itineraries are subject to change without notice. Please confirm your itinerary (with agent or on Review page of website) before purchasing your cruise.

Question, is there going to be enough time to get the course set up and play 2 rounds and then pull it down?? The ship is Tendered which means we have to take a little boat from the ship to shore. The lines for that can be long sometimes.




Sorry Brian if you take too long to play the round and miss the tender then you will have to wait until the following cruise to get picked up. The captain waits for no one.

I have personally lived and worked on several cruise ships and have cruised all over the world. I have cruised the Carribbean, Mexico, Alaska, the Meditteranean, and even in and safely out of the Bermuda Triangle. Believe me when I say everyone will have a great time on the ship/floating hotel. Make your plans now and you will have a wonderful experience at sea.

Some of my favorite passenger quuotes while working on a cruise ship:
- Do the crew sleep on board?
- What time is midnight buffet?
- Is the doctor qualified?
- What happens if more than 2 people die at sea?
- Why is there so many banana's on the menu?

I could go on forever...bonus points to anyone that can work out the banana comment.

This will be a great time.

Chris :cool:

Parking at Port Canaveral's Cruise Terminals is paved, gated, and under 24-hour surveillance. Parking is located at each terminal and is well sign-posted. Passengers at Cruise Terminal 9/10 have a choice of outdoor parking or the new six-level parking garage.
There are special areas designed for parking for the disabled, however we do not provide free parking unless it is (1) a vehicle with specialized equipment, such as ramps, lifts, or foot or hand controls, for use by a person who has a disability, or (2) a vehicle that is displaying the Florida Toll Exemption permit (call 1-800-983-2435 #2 for an exemption form).
Otherwise, parking fee is $12.00 per day for vehicles up to 20 feet in length and $24.00 per day for vehicles over 20 feet. The total amount for the time the vehicle is to be parked must be paid in full upon entering the parking area. Visa, MasterCard, Traveler's Checks issued in U.S. dollars and Cash are accepted in payment of fees. All fees stated above are subject to change without notice by Canaveral Port Authority.



oh, they raized the rates per day to $12. BUT they have a new parking garage for the terminal we will be leaving from (Terminal 10)

Cramps maybe? And they should be easy to vomit if needed.

Directions from Orlando International Airport
This airport is located approximately 45 minutes west of Port Canaveral. Take the North Exit from the Airport, staying to the right, to S.R. 528 (Beeline Expressway) East. Take S.R. 528 directly to Port Canaveral. Follow directions on the right side of this page to reach your desired destination at Port Canaveral.

http://www.portcanaveral.org/funport/images/ct10a.jpg
Completed in 1996, Cruise Terminal 9/10 was Port Canaveral's second ultra modern terminal built to accommodate more than 3,500 passengers. Located next to Cruise Terminal 8, Cruise Terminal 9/10 is one structure designed to accommodate two medium ships or one ship up to 130,000 gross registered tons. The three-tiered passenger loading tower includes an elevator and four escalators and features a hydraulic gangway system adjustable to the various heights of almost all of today's cruise ships.
Royal Caribbean International (RCI) homeports the 2,600-passenger Sovereign of the Seas at Port Canaveral, utilizing CT 9/10 on Fridays and Mondays. RCI's Mariner of the Seas sails on Sundays from this terminal.
The Carnival Glory sails from CT 10 Saturdays

Sorry Brian if you take too long to play the round and miss the tender then you will have to wait until the following cruise to get picked up. The captain waits for no one.


I cut it real close in the Cayman Islands, we were about to get on our tender when I realized I did not have my camera (my parents gave it to me for the cruise). I started back tracking every shop we stopped in. With 10min to go, and the last (or first stop we made) I found it. As soon as I walked in she goes, "missing something?" I ran back to the tenders and got the last one back to the ship.

I ran this by the girlfriend and she said it sounded fun, but the thought of being stuck on a ship was scary to her...

I'm so going on this trip! I may be paying for two people, and be on the lookout for a new girlfriend :D

Just something to think about when planning airfare,

If you book through Royal caribbean you will have an insurance of knowing that if something happens to your flight and you do not make it in time then it is the CRUISELINES responseability to get you to the next port or make other arrangements. If you buy Tickets on your own and don't make the boat you have lost everything.

I have cruised with RC twice and I would never cruise another Cruise line. Everyone who can should go. Last year I went to there private Island in Haiti and brought along a couple of discs and played some object golf.

Hey do think I could be Haiti's rep at the USDGC. :DLOL

I have personally lived and worked on several cruise ships and have cruised all over the world. I have cruised the Carribbean, Mexico, Alaska, the Meditteranean, and even in and safely out of the Bermuda Triangle. Believe me when I say everyone will have a great time on the ship/floating hotel. Make your plans now and you will have a wonderful experience at sea.

Some of my favorite passenger quuotes while working on a cruise ship:
- Do the crew sleep on board?
- What time is midnight buffet?
- Is the doctor qualified?
- What happens if more than 2 people die at sea?
- Why is there so many banana's on the menu?

I could go on forever...bonus points to anyone that can work out the banana comment.

This will be a great time.

Chris :cool:



Best Captins quote ever is.

If you hear the Horn sound twice then you have 30 min to get on the ship. If you hear it sound three times stop running and congrats you have just become a native!!!

Bananna answer :crazy...you don't want to know

John,

This event has been setup as an exclusive deal with Sun King and Cruise world. If you don't sign up for the cruise you will not be able to play the event. Sorry.

Also all that are interested please make sure you have a passport. If not here is what you need:

Cruise Documentation In the absence of a passport, Naturalization papers (either original
or notarized copy) plus a picture ID card issued by a federal, state or local government
agency is required. Non U.S. Citizens (Except Canadians): Valid passports and visas (when
needed) including the original copy of Alien Registration Card (ARC or "Green card") and
any other travel documentation required because of alien status in the United States or
with respect to any country on the itinerary. For visas, please contact the Embassies
(Consular Services) of each country on your sailing itinerary or the visa service of your
choice, such as Zierer Visa Service website, where you can email or call for specific
visa requirements, information, forms and fees for your nationality.

Shouldn't a birth certificate along with a valid photo drivers liscense qualify instead of a visa/passport?

The banana answer: For the postassium possibly, so all the people that are drinking wont get crams from dehydration...or because banana's are incredibly prevelant and dirt cheap to get in mass quantities, and also last a long time.
The only alternate answer I can come up with is so you eat them, throw the peels on the floor and let the hilarity ensue.

Passport will be muuuch eaisier. It's solid ID, pretty much unquestionable. Do it, Do it ( starsky & hutch voice ). Y'all ain't even close on that bananna thing.

Thanks for the info Shawn and Denny.

The last time I went to the Bahamas (2001), my birth certificate and drivers license were sufficient, and didn't cause any delays entering the country.

When I worked off-shore on sea-going black oil barges, we didn't keep or use an unusual amount of bananas...so, as far as I know (and I worked with some crusty old time sailors), they are not a remedy for sea sickness. Although, I can testify that when you do have sea sickness, bananas are easy to purge.

I wonder if my mom would let me skip out on school next year to go to this one? /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Okay here is the short story about the banana's...

Every ship has a doctor, nurses etc. They also have refrigerated coffins in case people die while at sea. Believe it or not this happens way more than you would think.

On one ship I worked they had 2 coffin lockers. However on several cruises we would have 3 or more people die (true story). How do you fit 3 dead bodies into 2 coffins? You don't, you empty out the banana storage fridge which works at the same temperature and put the bodies in there.

When we had a large excess of banana's it always meant more than 2 people had died.

I love banana's (ate them alot at sea) but can't forget why and just what they sat next to in the fridge. :D

Apart from that the cruise will be awesome.

We went on this same cruise two years ago, but we made a stop at Key West instead of staying out the last day. Not sure if the hurricane has caused concern with stopping there this year or if this path was setup differently for other reasons? One thing I had concerns with as someone else stated. The time it took to get on the ferry to the island was a bit time consuming and getting back on was the same way. Getting a tourney started at 9-10 and getting finished by 4-5 could be difficult perhaps depending on the turnout obviously. I am sure they have thought of these things upfront, but just a thought.

Also, when we went it was in November and the crew said they hadn't stopped at Coco Cay (sp?) because of weather in about 2-3 weeks. I am not sure if that was a fluke or if the weather is shakey that time of the year? We did get to go that trip and it was beautiful to say the least. It is too cool sitting on the island and seeing the ship about a half mile away in the ocean just sitting there. Looks fake almost to be honest. I don't want people to think I am discouraging them, I plan to be there, just don't go because of the tourney! That will just be a big BONUS. :cool:

Just something to think about when planning airfare,

If you book through Royal caribbean you will have an insurance of knowing that if something happens to your flight and you do not make it in time then it is the CRUISELINES responseability to get you to the next port or make other arrangements. If you buy Tickets on your own and don't make the boat you have lost everything.

I have cruised with RC twice and I would never cruise another Cruise line. Everyone who can should go. Last year I went to there private Island in Haiti and brought along a couple of discs and played some object golf.

Hey do think I could be Haiti's rep at the USDGC. :DLOL



I noticed the prices are different if this is booked through Royal Caribbean. If I book through Royal Caribbean, can I still participate in the tourney? Thanks

Disc Golf Tournament is for patrons of the Disc Golf Cruise offered by CruiseWorld and SunKing discs.

Because of the package deal, you actually still come out ahead booking through CruiseWorld on the cruise at least.

The prices on Royal C's website do not include:
--Taxes
--Govt fees
--Port charges
--Weclome package ($75)
--Host clinics/seminar, party whatever we do as part of the DG cruise

Shick, we have priority embarkment off of the boat for the tournament :DYeah baby!

As of January 1 you have to have a passport....ID and Birth Certificate no longer good enough :mad:

I heard that too. I was talking to one of our drivers at work who was going to renew his CDL and he had to get a new birth citficate because of 1 Jan it had to have a special new stamp on it to make it "official" kinda stupid but that todays world and the homeland security for ya.

jan 1st of 2007 that is. But I already have my passport from my trip to London a few years ago :cool:

What is included in the $75 coupon book.

I have checked some of those types of books for other cruises and would have not used any of them.

If the travel agent can get me as good a deal on Airfair as I can get, AND save me some money on a shuttle I have no problem with them booking. But I do have a problem with possibly paying more just to be able to play the tournament.

Either way, I should be there. (as far as insurance, I thought abouout that too)

Yes, if the water is too choppy, they can't port at the island. In your case, they may have Ported at Key west instead. On my cruise to The Cayman Islands, we were able port, but there was a chance we were going to have to skip it, if I remember correctly, they told us we were going to stop somewhere else.

This is one of the reasons that alot of travel agency's are struggling right now (including my fathers). Companies are offering better rates through their own websites than through agencies.
By booking through the travel agency we are also helping pay for the hosts cruises. That is one of the perks to hosting something like this and putting in the amount of time that they will. Unfortunatly that cost is built into the group rate and on the surface it seems considerably more expensive than going direct.

The travel agency that use to be next door to me closed a few years ago, the agency that use to be a BIG sponsor for the Disc Golf events in this area did the same thing. (actually the owner sold out before the market totally dried up)

The problem is that you pay for a convenince to use a travel agency, they don't get the kickbacks they use to for bookings. Kinda sad when you think about it.

the difference is really minimal if you consider what the big picture is

you will play a sanctioned tourney on a tropical isle.

something you will never forget!

The answer is you would have to pay double if you want the cabin by yourself. So I suggest anyone looking to go alone post here looking for a roomate.



Any takers? Bueller? Anyone?

Sheila and I are sending in our deposit check tomorrow.

the difference is really minimal if you consider what the big picture is

you will play a sanctioned tourney on a tropical isle.

something you will never forget!



and a casino !! :D

The answer is you would have to pay double if you want the cabin by yourself. So I suggest anyone looking to go alone post here looking for a roomate.



Any takers? Bueller? Anyone?



are you kidding me? its double if you plan to go by yourself? is this a joke? why are single people always paying some sort of extra price in this world? this is an episode they missed on Se x in the city....
i have too many men in my life to make a commited plan that is 10 months away.....
the only people that i can get to commit are my parents.... and well, that leaves me with the same problem.

It is a double berth. Pretty simple. Pay for both. If my plans for the next 11 months go to pot I'll buy the other. ;)

Thanks Chris my lip just curled up over my right eye that was so gross. Nasty bananas, good thing they have such a thick skin ;).

yeah, that was pretty gross, knowing that i will definately sleep better. but i am still irritated that the world revolves around couples.

Sheila and I are sending in our deposit check tomorrow.


Laurie and I just booked our flights to Orlando.

If this is a "sanctioned" tourney, do we have to wear a shirt on the "private" island, in the Bahamas? :confused: TD discision, Cause I'm thinkin' trunks and chonklas. :cool:( those are sandals for you northeners out there). :D

My birthday is 12/6...this sounds like an excellent birthday present for me...let's just see if I can talk Craig into it...OMG I wanna go :D

So is mine!!! Also, Yeti's b-day is on 12/8

I can't think of a better birthday celebration then playing disc golf on a beautiful island! Whoo! Hooo! can't wait!! :D

Hey that's my wifes B-day also. :D Hope to meet you there.

I just made the first two deposits for Sheila and I on the phone, instead of sending a check. This is gonna be fun. The only times I have previously been 'at sea' was during my three trips to Vietnam. Sure hope the food is better :D

Note: The second thing they asked me was my birthdate; they settled for my age.

Also: Be sure to mention Juliana, Shawn, Des, or Jay when you book so that they get credit for the booking to assist in their fares.

are you kidding me? its double if you plan to go by yourself? is this a joke? why are single people always paying some sort of extra price in this world? this is an episode they missed on Se x in the city....
i have too many men in my life to make a commited plan that is 10 months away.....
the only people that i can get to commit are my parents.... and well, that leaves me with the same problem.



I hear ya, but anyone care to shack up with me? Trust me, its only to ask if anyone wants to share a room. :DIf so, feel free to post here or IM me.

Can't get an answer on the babysitting yet for the week. Soon as I know I will be signing up.

A set back, but only in the sense that I can't reserve my room yet.

Cool.

My parents called me this morning and told me they will watch the kid(s) if we go.

Now it is just a matter of if we bring our oldest or not.

I think that I have found someone to go with me! I will be sending my $100 deposit SOON!

Just called and made reservations and paid the deposit for Craig and I. What a GREAT way to celebrate my birthday!!!!!! Wooohoooo :D;)

The answer is you would have to pay double if you want the cabin by yourself. So I suggest anyone looking to go alone post here looking for a roomate.



Any takers? Bueller? Anyone?



are you kidding me? its double if you plan to go by yourself? is this a joke? why are single people always paying some sort of extra price in this world? this is an episode they missed on Se x in the city....
i have too many men in my life to make a commited plan that is 10 months away.....
the only people that i can get to commit are my parents.... and well, that leaves me with the same problem.



Its Sex "AND" the City, not Sex "in" the City.

Deposits are starting to roll in.

Make sure you book through CruiseWorld at 1-800-228-1153.
I have been talking with Andy @ ext 202 and he is a great guy to work with.

Again, important for you all to say you are referred to the cruise by your hosts: (Jay, Des, Shawn and Juliana)
It doesn't matter who you say so much that you do. This will go to help with the extra costs involved for everything. We have a cool clinic being planned and maybe a cool disc golf show or two if we can book the conference room. :D

I'll bet that someone isnt going to come back from this cruise, with people vanishing from cruise ships these days and all :D

I'll bet that someone isnt going to come back from this cruise, with people vanishing from cruise ships these days and all :D



I guess there will be alot of bananna items on the menu then. ;) Thanks for the well wishes though. :confused:

In addition if we can work out a space with cruiseworld Juliana and I will be offering a daily morining stretch and a mild core exercise program using golf discs??? hmmmm.... At no extra cost.

Lock and Load boys we're in! :cool: Attn TD"S I have 1 suggestion...NO SPEEDOS! :oAny seconds on that? Any and all comments on this subject is open for discusion, but even if you look like Brad Pitt...work with me here. Ladies can I get an Amen?

I second that unless someone finish DFL in the tourny, then they should wear one, and its not me. For the ladies, I say it should be required.

Trust me, you do not want to see me in a speedo (well unless I loose about 50 pounds) :D

Even then, I don't think you want to see me that way, well unless you like that sort of thing, who am I to judge. :D

NO SPEEDOS! :oAny seconds on that?



Hell Yeah...Considered that seconded

Even then, I don't think you want to see me that way, well unless you like that sort of thing, who am I to judge. :D



believe me, i'm not into that sort of thing. or attempting to put a piece of string up my butt. I think it would be an incentive NOT to finish last.
Other than that, anyone interested in spliting a floating room with me? I'm dying to do something like this but havent came across anyone who would want to go.

Oh god...I third that NO speedo....that could be U G L Y no offense fellows...but jeez :confused:

I second that unless someone finish DFL in the tourny, then they should wear one, and its not me.


Make DFL wear one to the formal night.

I second that unless someone finish DFL in the tourny, then they should wear one, and its not me.


Make DFL wear one to the formal night.


With a bow tie, just to bring the focus up alittle bit. ;)

Last I heard Yeti doesn't go anywhere without one. :confused: :D

Just called and made reservations and paid the deposit for Craig and I. What a GREAT way to celebrate my birthday!!!!!! Wooohoooo :D;)


Damnit, Beth, you're just going to make Mitch bug me more about this! We are both so up for it, but I can't miss an entire week of class at the end of the semester. not to mention studying for the exam of which we must not speak.

:p

JUST DO IT!!!!! :D

Come on MARSHA...........live a little...okay well be reckless a little :D

In the short two weeks since our hosts first announced this special disc golf event we've had an amazing response.

3,000 page views on this discussion board, 900 hits on the disc golf cruise website (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm), and 37 people have put down a deposit through Cruiseworld to become a part of disc golf history!

The group passenger list and a new cabinmate-finder discussion thread are now up on the disc golf cruise website (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm).

Many people so far have upgraded to a Junior Suite. Be sure to ask your Cruiseworld agent about all you cruising options.

Just a couple reminders:
After February 20th it is still possible to book a cabin, but the initial deposit will be $200.
The field for the disc golf tournament on CocoCay is limited to 72. We anticipate it to sell out sooner rather than later, so don't get left out, call Cruiseworld Today! (800) 228-1153

Us and our traveling buddies account for 10.8% of total bookings so far. :)

Yes, we are in the Junior Suites. Anybody snag the Jacuzzi suite yet?

Do we need to say something special to be sure we are entered in the tournament, or does simpy booking and saying we're with the Yetis do it?

Cruiseworld should be asking if you'd like to add to optional $50 for the tournament. If they didn't, you should give them a call to check.

Rhett's coming all the way from Cali, I know we've got some folks coming from Texas, where are the rest of you coming from?

Ahhh, Wow!! This sounds like the disc golf vacation of a lifetime!!, **** school, it's right before finals so there's no way I would be able to make it :(

Same here. :mad:

The tourney is an extra fee but they will include it in your package price. :cool:For the two of us with insurance and tourny fee came to $917.

*hopefully* NJ representing..Jay, you may remember me from the WVO, i drove down with Fats..While Mitch, Des won their respective events, I was the guy flirting with DFL in Intermediate...had to keep Camp Cash out of the clouds..

as always,

doot

We just found out that you can not pre pay for the gratuity.

Also we are up to 28 cabins reserved!

I didn't understand that anyway. I mean, c'mon. Isaac pours you an extra stout mixie with a Caribean swizzle stick and gives you the hey, your cool finger point and look:
http://www.corporateartists.com/images/tedlange1.jpg
Then the pre-paid gratuity folks grab their drink and give him the, (snob voice) "Sorry man, I already pre-paid my tips in bulk" :confused:

Updated passenger list is up. 58 passengers registered so far! 40 players are signed up for the tournament leaving only 32 spots! Check out the cruise website, click on the passenger list, and call Cruiseworld to book a cabin soon!

www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm)

ooh, I better make that call.

hopefully our bartenders will have 'doos as cool as Isaac's and all the single discers can emulate some of Doc's moves . . .
http://www.loveboatcruise.com/aabern1.jpg

Hey Doc, the cruise is December 4th of this year.

Ooops, looks like your boat left long ago ;)

I don't think that ship is big enough for me to bust a move on. ;) :D Can we see a players list for the tourny? Any call on the no shirt rule during this "sanctioned" round on the "private" island? :cool:

Jimbob,
I think that'd have to be a group call on whether taking your shirt off would constitute a "courtesy violation".

only 297 days to go...and getting closer, tic-toc, stay safe and healthy :cool:

Jimbob,
I think that'd have to be a group call on whether taking your shirt off would constitute a "courtesy violation".


That's my point, we're in the Bahamas on a private Island. ok I'll rephrase... we're in the Bahamas :eek:

Ba-ha-mas (translation) skinny, shirtless, white boy

which of course is better than that other island in the Ba-ho-mos :o

10-4 on that Yeti. That's where they serve the brew-ha-ha's :D. The Ba-ho-mo's is where they wear the speedos :o

I'm In. Just paid my $300 deposit (they have to call me back on the 3rd person rate)

I told them Just me in the tournament and I mentioned Jay and Des.

Now I just have to figure out how to get there :D

Very cool, 3rd person rate was $279 including all fees.

Still can't find airfare for less than $702 for 3 people. (MBL not OMC cheapest was $756)

but then when I checked airfare to Seattle for our summer cruise, airfare had dropped to $161.60 each from $253. So I will keep checking weekly and try to avoid that long drive.

Which cruise line ?

We are thinking about haveing a one round bon voyage celebration the day before the ship leaves. We are hoping to do this on the former fly18 course at Space Coast National. We would set up baskets for the day, you would get a tee time, cart and one incredible round on a par 72 ball golf course. Also this would be open to non crusiers as well.

This has not been finalized so don't go making plans yet. We are trying to find out if there would be interest in something like this?

Heck yeah we'd be intrested. But that means we have to fly in early, rent a car, 1night hotel...plus green fees$$$. have to see the details. Sweet idea though.

I to do not know when I will get getting to town, but I would try to play if it is available.

Ahoy!

The Island Hoppin', Cocktail Sippin', Disc Golfin' Cruise if FILLING FAST!

The passenger list has swollen to 88 having paid deposits, 59 of which have registered for the tournament on Royal Caribbean's private island, CocoCay! THAT LEAVES ONLY 13 REMAINING TOURNAMENT SPOTS!

If you're on the fence, then you'd better act quickly if you'd like to be a part of this fun, inaugural event! Check out the cruise website for more info:
www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm)

Once the tournament fills Cruiseworld will still be reserving cabins for those that'd like to be a part of the group. For those that aren't a part of the tournament, the course will be open for 45-60 minutes in between rounds if you just want to get a quick round in.

For those that aren't able to make this cruise: we have begun to plan for the second disc golf cruise in 2007. Any feedback on dates and destinations will be taken into consideration as we work through the planning process.

Also, as Shawn mentioned earlier, we are considering doing a casual one-day event on Sunday, December 3rd as a Bon Voyage Party! We'd like to get some feedback on this one. Basically our options are:
1) Play the original Fly-18 Space Coast layout in Titusville with Mach-Lites
2) Play Wickham Park in Melbourne
3) Play Turkey Lake or Barnett Park in Orlando

I hope to make it to this, if I can talk my girlfriend into going to a strippers new years eve party then getting her to go to a disc golf cruise to the bahamas should be a breeze. :D

Hey, you should double check with those that are not signed up for the tournament to make sure that they are NOT going to play. I would hate to be the one to tell them they can't.

I had to tell the girl on the phone to make sure I was entered. She did not ask.

So as far as the James's, it is correct I will be in the tournament and my wife and kid with be snorkling.

(I hate the fact they automaticly use my first name)

One note, is there a way you can list where the people are from???? At least state??

I called and made my reservation over the phone with a guy named Andy. And I am not seeing mine or my wifes name on the list.

Shawn, Yeti or someone who knows....is the tournament entry fee sent separately from the cruise payment? In other words, when I register for the cruise, does the staff at the agency ask if I will be playing in the tourney? I was gonna get my money in this weekend if possible, but wasn't clear on that. Thanks

bs

There are only 7 tournament spots remaining for the Disc Golf Cruise! (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm)
If you're hoping to get into the tournament, check out the tourney site and Call Cruiseworld Today!
If you've already registered, please check the passenger list on the tourney site and make sure that if you're planning on playing the tournament there is a "yes" next to your name on the list. If it says "no" and you want to play, please Call Cruiseworld Today!

We've contacted all the folks that have booked cabins and were all listed as "no" for the tournament to double check. Thanks Bryan for suggesting that.

The updated passenger list includes the Knapp's.

Brad, the tournament is an additional $50, be sure to let the folks at Cruiseworld know that you want that added when you call to book.

It looks like THE TOURNAMENT WILL FILL TODAY OR TOMORROW! Huge thanks to our hosts Des & Jay + Juliana & Shawn and to all that have booked a cabin!!!!!!!!! We're looking forward to the first of many Disc Golf Cruises!!!!!

NO---

Dont sign up!! You wont have any fun!! You wil probably get sea-sick, and not even be able to play!! Think of all the money you'll save if you dont play!!

dammit. I doubt that will work, but I did not plan on this thing filling so quickly

Just to let everyone know...

I just booked a suite and was told my cabin is #2 on the waitlist for the tournament. Each cabin holds two spots on the waitlist. So technically my cabin reservation granted me the #3 and #4 spots on waitlist for the tournament.

Did that make sense? :confused:

You are right!! It booked fast!!!!! I can't wait!!! :cool:

Does that mean it's full already ?

I was told "yes". The tournament is full but not the cruise . They are taking names for the tournament's waitlist.

Well that just blows. Great for the tourney to have it fill so fast- Lame for me and the 5 people that were going with me. Procrastionation sucks!!

Too bad...This will be an awesome memory for all those that get to go!

For those that did not get in on the tournament this year, you can still come and have fun with us :D

Otherwise, start saving your cash right now for next years event.

I might consider doing that one too if it is a different cruise. :D

Well that would bite to be able to go on the cruise but not play in the tournament. :(

Wohoo!!!!!!!! The Knapps are in! Moe and I cant wait. I just talked to the two guys who got the last 2 spots in the tourney. According to the list there are 18 womens signed up to play. That is awesome.

Next year I vote for we do the Cabo Wabo :D;)

It's true, the tournament has filled and we've started a wait list.
To get on the waitlist, please send [email protected] an e-mail. I'll add the official waitlist to the Disc Golf Cruise Website (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm) sometime tomorrow.

Cruiseworld is still booking cabins for the group and the course will be open for casual play for up to an hour in between tournament rounds. Course scorecard, photos, and a preliminary schedule of group activities will be posted in mid-May.

The second disc golf cruise in ''07 will feature a different itinerary and may sail from Texas or Cali.

Gotta go, I've gotta start losing weight for December!

According to the list there are 18 womens signed up to play. That is awesome.



...and at least one more on the waitlist! :( Close to the top though!! :DLet all the women play! We play faster anyway!! :p ;)

The second disc golf cruise in ''07 will feature a different itinerary and may sail from Texas or Cali.




I vote Texas, shoot, I bet we could fill it up with just Texans.

The second disc golf cruise in ''07 will feature a different itinerary and may sail from Texas or Cali.




I vote Texas, shoot, I bet we could fill it up with just Texans.



I vote Texas as well

To get on the waitlist, do we have to have our reservations on the ship made, or will we be able to do that later?

Sailin' out of Texas next year would be sweeet.

To get on the waitlist just send an email to [email protected] with your phone number.

If we get to your name on the list we will contact you and then you will have 48 hours to book with Cruiseworld.

I'm waiting to get the names they already have and will link to the waitlist through Disc Golf Cruise Website (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm)
sometime on Monday.

Uh oh the wife is going to kill me. We have been talking about it so just let us know if anyone can't make it and we will register.
Have fun all. I saw 32 spots open and said I will talk to work then of course my proscrationation I got sick and missed a better part of a week and sure enough it's full.

yea, usually when I say I want to play a tournament, my wife just grownes, when I told her it would be on a cruise to the Bahamas, she only asked if she had to play, as soon as I said no, she was in.

Airfair just dropped from DFW to MCO this moring. But it is still not cheap enough for me. It was only Northwest, so I think I will hold out longer. Still cheaper to drive. (although that 17 hour drive is a little longer than I would like)

I sure am glad I jumped on that initial announcement. :)

I wonder if there will be a write up in DGWN for this event. History in the making in my opinion. I am glad to be a part of it.

yea, usually when I say I want to play a tournament, my wife just grownes, when I told her it would be on a cruise to the Bahamas, she only asked if she had to play, as soon as I said no, she was in.




I hope she eventually wants to play. We need more women! Maybe after she sees how much fun all the girls are having then she'll want to play, too. :D

I just moved to #1 on the tournament waitlist!! Whooo hooo!!! :cool:

If I can't play...count me in for helping!! I'm going regardless!!

bummer!! I missed out!! 2 courses??????????? 21 holes ???? ghost cards?????? ;)

Just put my Speedo on layaway, Y'all are gonna love it! :D:D :cool:;)

bummer!! I missed out!! 2 courses??????????? 21 holes ???? ghost cards?????? ;)

No kidding! I don't want to have to wait until 2007.

bummer!! I missed out!! 2 courses??????????? 21 holes ???? ghost cards?????? ;)



No worries Efrain, next year if we sail out of Texas we can carpool down there. :cool:

That is just it, my wife use to play. She played her last tournament about 10 years ago. She was pretty good too, she could throw as far as any women out there, she could just not putt.

anyway, 2 kids and injuries stopped her from playing. She did play the ADGA Ice bowl with me a few years ago, but her shoulder hurt for a week afterwards so I have not asked her to play with me again.

Anyways, she would rather snorkle and I HATE snorkling.

I spoke with RR in KC and he'll save some space for a post-tourney photo-essay of everyone having a blast!!!

We're aware that there's quite a bit of extra demand
out there and are looking into ways that we might be
able to accomodate more folks. I'll post a
message if something works out.

Hey Denny,
I haven't noticed our three names on the registered list yet. We were quoted as the last three tourney spots. Jeff and Tod Abraham and Bmoore are in, I know I'll feel better when I see our names in print.

Almost missed out on the Suwannee Event in order to reserve a spot on this floating hotel which will take us to an island golf course. Gotta love.

I wonder if there will be a write up in DGWN for this event. History in the making in my opinion. I am glad to be a part of it.



I hope someone can get some footage of this breakthrough event. I'll be happy to make up a segment on the affair for Disc Golf Live. Words and still pics just don't do disc golf any justice.

Denny, will you be taking a video cam?

I like the "we bring our own course" approach. I've long thought a Jamaican tourney would be a big draw. I'd favor Negril; there are lots of places where enough land could be arranged for an event. I think one round a day, either early or late shift, too hot mid-day. Maybe nine holes early, another nine later in the day with some lounging in between. Rounds over three or four days, mid-week, allowing for different arrival times for a week's stay. Eighteen folks with portables would do the job.

Alas. Back to editing. And snow. But spring draws near!

Joe

Hey Denny,
I haven't noticed our three names on the registered list yet. We were quoted as the last three tourney spots. Jeff and Tod Abraham and Bmoore are in, I know I'll feel better when I see our names in print.

Almost missed out on the Suwannee Event in order to reserve a spot on this floating hotel which will take us to an island golf course. Gotta love.


I had 2 buddies of mine that told me that they were told they got the last 2 spots. I don't see there names on the list either.

I just moved to #1 on the tournament waitlist!! Whooo hooo!!! :cool:


Where can we see the wait list?

I wonder if there will be a write up in DGWN for this event. History in the making in my opinion. I am glad to be a part of it.



I hope someone can get some footage of this breakthrough event. I'll be happy to make up a segment on the affair for Disc Golf Live. Words and still pics just don't do disc golf any justice.

Denny, will you be taking a video cam?


Joe



will will have a camara thac can shoot viedo with us will forward the shots to you in email
daniel "skippy" sloan

I'm waiting for the updated registered/wait list from Cruiseworld. It should be coming today. Will post asap.

We should be able to shoot some video down there.

Joe: I saw some pretty decent video from Dale Schwegel of players cup including a great interview of Barry by Bucky Worboys. Has he been in contact with you? Send me a pm.

Moe,

Cruiseworld calls me when my name moves up. There isn't a waitlist printed yet but it looks like Denny will be doing that soon. Thanks Denny for everything you are helping with! And also thanks, of course, to our hosts... SS and JK and the Readings!! :)

I wonder if there will be a write up in DGWN for this event. History in the making in my opinion. I am glad to be a part of it.



I hope someone can get some footage of this breakthrough event. I'll be happy to make up a segment on the affair for Disc Golf Live. Words and still pics just don't do disc golf any justice.

Denny, will you be taking a video cam?

I like the "we bring our own course" approach. I've long thought a Jamaican tourney would be a big draw. I'd favor Negril; there are lots of places where enough land could be arranged for an event. I think one round a day, either early or late shift, too hot mid-day. Maybe nine holes early, another nine later in the day with some lounging in between. Rounds over three or four days, mid-week, allowing for different arrival times for a week's stay. Eighteen folks with portables would do the job.

Alas. Back to editing. And snow. But spring draws near!

Joe



Y'all don't know us yet, but I'm sure we'll get along just fine. We too will be capturing footage while we're there, ya never know what you'll catch on film, I'll be glad to send you what I get, the more the marrier. This is gonna be awesome!! Let me know if your intrested. :cool:

Well we know what most of us are going to be doing in Cococay, but what about Nassau

It looks like my family will do the Pirates and Dungeons Tour - Relive the swashbuckling past on an exciting pirates and dungeons tour of fort Charlotte and the Pirates of Nassau Museum

Or you can do

Thriller Powerboat Tour - Race through Nassau Harbor on this narrated tour in a custom-built, state of the art tour boat.

or

Seawold Explorer - This fascinating, moving underwater observatory gives everyone a chance to explore the underwater wold of the Bahamas.

or

Rainbow Reef Snorkeling - Take a narrated, historical cruise across Nassau Harbor and get up close with schools of colorful tropical fish as you snokel through a marine life sanctuary

or

Sightseeing and Ardastra Gardens - Marvel at the flora and watch the famous "marching" flamingoes at Ardastra Gardens and Conservation Center

or

Glass Bottom Boat Tour - Go on a glass bottom boat tour for a glimpse into the underwater wold of the Bahamas and then snokel with stingrays at Blue Lagoon Island

or

Yellowbird Tour - Dance the calypso and sip a refreshing rum punch aboard the 85ft Yellowbird.

and those are just the ones listed in the Royal Caribbean vacation planner they sent me.

Registered passenger list is now up to 125 strong!!! The tournament waitlist is updated and has 20 names. Check them out on Disc Golf Cruise. (http://www.etherbinge.com)

Looking forward to seeing some of you at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park on Friday!

Ok, this filled before March, who is going to start working on one for the following week ?

http://www.etherbinge.com/cruiseregistrants.htm

I noticed you aren't playing Denny?? :confused:

I'm planning on running around with multiple cameras and a camcorder around my neck, sort of like Dennis Hopper in Apocalypse Now.

That's an awesome movie..."nobody gets of the boat". :eek: Classic.

Orbits emailed me today saying airfare to Orando just go a little cheaper for me ($203 per ticket) but I think I will hold out for better still. (plus the arrival time is a little late. I would be pushing it to get there on time)

What is the word on the course??

We're taking the cruise May 1st to meet with our group coordinator to schedule onboard activities, slick out our disembarkment procedures, and design the course. Scorecard and photos will be posted by May 7th on the cruise site:
www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruise.htm)

Also, we have been receiving many e-mails asking about the rumors of a second disc golf cruise. At this time we can neither confirm, nor deny the veracity of any such rumors . . .

Cool, thanks.

I still vote for a Texas cruise next time :D

me too!!! If there is a second cruise....hmmmmm. Why not make it from Texas??? I mean it is right in the middle huh? :D

Grand Cayman Island (visited by Royal Caribian as well as several others) has a town called Hell on it.

How about a disc golf tournament in Hell :D

The problem I see with Houston/Galveston cruises is that it takes a day at see to go anywhere. (and a day to get back too) Then there are no private islands visited. But there are cruises to Key West FL, Grand Cayman Island, 2 different ports in Jamaca, Cancun, Cozymel, Belize(wasn't there an article about a course in Belize in DGWN a few issuse ago) and SEVERAL ports all down Mexico. There is even a few cruises that go to the Panama Canal.

My wife and I plan on taking a cruise next year out of Houston or Galveston. Only 4 hours away and parking.

Of course the New Orleans ports should be opened up again by next year.

Just thought I'd wipe the dust off this thread, it's a lil' quiet. Hope everyone is still as excited as they were in the beginning! Y'all ain't havin' second thoughts now are ya? Let's hear it, We're the first of this historical, hopefully annual event, stop shopping for that perfect swim suit and post. :cool::D

Didn't this thing fill already? I would have enjoyed going but a single guy just can't even think of taking up space. :DIt is a couples deal.

WHOOO HOOOO! I'm still excited and I'm even on the waitlist for the tournament. I'm FIRST on the waitlist so I feel I'll get to play but even if I don't...I get to walk the course and take pictures and be among disc golfers!! I can't wait!!!!! :D:cool:

Yeah, that's what I'm talkin' about. There's the spirt we need, keep 'em comin' - keep the spirt alive! :cool::D

There's the spirt we need, keep 'em comin'



Hey Rhett! I thought we were cleaning up the discussion page?!?!?

:eek:

--Mike

I suppose that's a pun of the Texas slang. All the "R"'s are in the right place, just can't spell spirit. We'd have to clean it up if it were ...Theahe's the spiahit we ah looking foah, let's keep the spiahit alive. :confused: :eek: :D:cool:

250 days and counting!!!! WHOOO HOOOO!!!!!

:cool::cool::cool::cool::cool::D:cool::cool::cool: :cool::cool:

new cruise info (http://www.pdga.com/msgboard/showflat.php?Board=PDGA%20Tournament%20Info&Number=530680&Searchpage=0&Main=530680&Search=true&#Post530680)

I really hope this works out good.

My wife and I were talking about where we would like to go next year. We both agreed Belize. There are good cruises that are not too expencive out of Galveston, Houston and New Orleans.

In fact if it were not for the fact we are already going on two cruises this year, there was a deal yesterday for a 7 day cruise for $399 per person to Mexico/Belize with 4 ports visited. Of course this cruise was leaving on April 28th, but what a deal. (the cruise we take next year will be scheduled less than a month out to get a great deal)

My wife and I were talking about where we would like to go next year. We both agreed Belize. There are good cruises that are not too expencive out of Galveston, Houston and New Orleans.


Isn't Belize still wiped flat from the hurricanes?

I would love to visit Belize, the land of the habanero.

The tournament for the Disc Golf Cruise 2 is now 1/3 full with 24 registrants!

If you are considering being part of this great trip to the Bahamas and disc golf tournament on a private island, please contact Cruiseworld ASAP at
(813) 265-8747
(800) 228-1153
to put a deposit down on your cabin.

As with the first cruise, we anticipate that this event WILL FILL SOON!!! There will not be a 3rd cruise in '06!!! Don't stay too long sitting on the fence or you'll be left high and dry

Only 10 days left until we take the trip down to design the course and plan activities onboard the ship

Click here (http://www.etherbinge.com/cruiseregistrants2.htm) to see the full passenger list for Cruise 2!

Congrats Congrats!!
If there is a disc golf cruise II, in the same year, well that must lead you to believe this is a growing beast, in other words, we've only just begun.

This will be my first cruise, after searching RC website, Im left with the same important question.....
can we bring our own hand crafted beers and selected organic wines on board, also snacks?

If I remember correctly, you can't because they sell it on the ship. Same with stuff you bring on board at the ports. You have to turn it in and they will give it to you when you are about to debark. Also, when you purchase duty free on board, they hold it for you till your debark home.

Any pictures of the course yet?

Check the Disc golf cruise #2 thread :D

My name and my sister's aren't on the passenger list or tournament for the first cruise. :(

Is that website being updated?

No big deal. We know we're going!! :D:cool:

Addie: could you shoot shawn a pm with your names. he's maintaining the site, thanx.

just got back from the return trip to cococay. the course is all slicked out and i took a bunch of photos that i'll sort through and post later tonight.

now i'm off to help gregg hosfeld with the new course that he's designed at turkey lake park.

stay tuned . . .

can't wait :D

hey again!

i still have to sort through the photos and post to the website. (probably won't happen until monday), but here are a few teasers:

saw a bunch of critters on the island this visit:
http://www.etherbinge.com/critter3.jpg

http://www.etherbinge.com/mvc-753s.jpg

the course is on the short side at 4,400 ft. total, but does offer a few chances to open it up like on the first hole:
http://www.etherbinge.com/mvc-760s.jpg

there are several holes that are short and very tight playing down the nature trail:
http://www.etherbinge.com/mvc-763s.jpg

http://www.etherbinge.com/mvc-790s.jpg

http://www.etherbinge.com/mvc-787s.jpg
and featuring our very own triple mando on #18:
http://www.etherbinge.com/mvc-747s.jpg

enjoy for now, more to come :cool:

that just makes my mouth water :p :D

Course scorecard and photos (http://www.etherbinge.com/cc.htm) are now up!

Detailed island map is on the way. Look for everything to be up on www.discgolfcruise.com (http://www.discgolfcruise.com) in the next few days.

Be sure to say hey to all our fabulous hosts at both pro and am worlds!

How much longer??? :D

The course looks Sweeet! :cool::) I bet the wind is rippin' on that shoreline. Gonna be a blast. Nice picture of me on the sample pics that came up first. ;) :D

Hey Jimbob, how you getting there?

To Orlando? We are flying.

I have a question, does anybody know what is the earliest we can board the ship, and also what time will the ship dock on Friday? Making plans for pick ups and drop offs.

Thanks Laura

Do we need to arrange for a shuttle from Orlando to the ship, and if so how ?

Boarding on Monday starts around noon or 1pm. On Friday it can take up to about 2 hours to disembark and make it through customs.

I'll look into more specific answers.

If the ship lists, will it hyzer or anhyzer? :)

Listing depends on whether the discs listed as 150 class are now overweight or not ;)

Wow, someone is going to shoot 39 or 38 on that course.

Boarding on Monday starts around noon or 1pm. On Friday it can take up to about 2 hours to disembark and make it through customs.

I'll look into more specific answers.





Thanks I would appreciate that, need to find out what time Avis car rental needs to drop us off and pick us up.

Gary to answer your question, yes you need a shuttle or car rental to get from Orlando to Port Canaveral. Car rental is cheaper. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Wow, someone is going to shoot 39 or 38 on that course.


It's a bit harder than it looks. The open holes are very windy and the short holes are very tight.

I bet the hot round for both cruises will be 42.

You can get round trip shuttle service for around $75. Parking is about $75 if you drive.

I have not looked it up, but usually you can board a ship at noon, however sometimes you can get on board before that.

We dock at 7:30am on Friday. Depending on your disembark order, you can get off as early as 8am. The order depends on how much you spent on your cabin and if you are a Diamond Club member. (BTW, If you want to get off real early, ask me on the ship. There is a trick you can do.)

Customs is easy. Fill out the card the night before and you will hand it to the officer. Chanses are that is it and you will walk off.

Now if you have long hair and play disc golf, they may choose to search your bags. (Maybe I should cut my hair this time)

Customs from Canada just took our card and that was it. They were not searching anyone. However on my Carribian cruise, my carry on bag was searched.

You can get round trip shuttle service for around $75. Parking is about $75 if you drive.


<font color="blue"> Per person :mad:</font>

I also found some shuttles that were $50.00 one way per person. Then I also was told you would have to wait till shuttle was full to leave. We are gonna rent a car and drive ourselves. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Plus a minimum tip of $20 :confused: :eek:

Shoot, i will give you a ride for $50 :D:D

I found a company that charged $75 for up to 4, then more for more than four. However, I don't know if I saved the web site. As of right now I am driving. Last time I checked, parking from Monday to Friday was going to be about $75.

We are going to Disney World at least one day. Prolly on sunday the 3rd and then again on Friday the 8th or maybe the 9th.

It is a 17 hour drive. We are going to do it overnight. Taking turns driving. (we do this every year when we go to Nashville)

We rented a car for 1day =$40. no parking, just return it and they'll shuttle us for free. Get off the ship, hop on the rent a car shuttle, get the car for the ride back, suttle us to the airport. sweet. :cool:plus all solit with a second couple Can't wait!

What car company is doing that for you????

Sounds like a good idea. If I manage to find airfare for the price I want, I would like to do something like that.

AVIS ;)

We pick up the car at Orlando Airport on Sunday the 3rd drive to Cocoa Beach drop off car on Monday 4th to Avis and they will take us to the Port. Then when we return on Friday the 8th they will pick us up at the Port and take us to our next car, then we drive back to Orlando. Sweet huh? ;) 1st car cost $42.00 2nd car cost $52.00 and we are splitting the cost with another couple. :cool: