toonjie Posted August 1, 2008 Author #276 Share Posted August 1, 2008 As you head up the mountain, there is no need to turn in here, it's just a visitor's center and there is an entrance fee, the rainforest is free and there are facilities up the road: A local roadside stand: Loads of old structures on hikes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxs mom Posted August 1, 2008 #277 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Wow! Toonjie! Where have you been? Didn't realize you had more from your trip! Great pictures. How long did you stay before you came home? I just noticed that you will be getting on the Mariner the day that we get off! Wish we could have done the B2B but just couldn't this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toonjie Posted August 1, 2008 Author #278 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Wow! Toonjie! Where have you been? Didn't realize you had more from your trip! Great pictures. How long did you stay before you came home? I just noticed that you will be getting on the Mariner the day that we get off! Wish we could have done the B2B but just couldn't this year. Been getting ready for our new little addition! Only 3 more days for the review, we came home on Thursday night. You'll have to look for us as you're getting off the Mariner, we'll be staying at the Radisson in Port Canaveral the night before, so we should be getting on as early as possible. Ours is the last cruise for the Mariner before it leaves for LA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxs mom Posted August 1, 2008 #279 Share Posted August 1, 2008 We'll be getting off first but I'll wave to you anyway! We're also staying at the Raddisson the night before our sailing, too. You will absolutely have a ball on New Year's Eve! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toonjie Posted August 2, 2008 Author #280 Share Posted August 2, 2008 We'll be getting off first but I'll wave to you anyway! We're also staying at the Raddisson the night before our sailing' date=' too. You will absolutely have a ball on New Year's Eve![/size'] We were on the Mariner 2 years ago for NYE and it was great! We were on the pool deck for the countdown and a thrilling 30+ second blast on the ship's horn! We are big Disney people and usually stay over there, but this time we thought we'd hit the space center so the Radisson looked nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vivig Posted August 2, 2008 #281 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Wow! What an awesome review and pictures! Thanks for taking the time for writing the review, posting the pictures as well as answering all the questions! I have a quick question if you don't mind. Between the Marriott Stellaris and the Marriott Isla Verde...which is our better option? We have previously stayed at the ESJ towers and really liked the area! My husabnd is concerned that there may not be much in walking distance around the Stellaris. Your opinion would be very helpful! Many thanks in advance, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toonjie Posted August 2, 2008 Author #282 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Wow! What an awesome review and pictures! Thanks for taking the time for writing the review, posting the pictures as well as answering all the questions! I have a quick question if you don't mind. Between the Marriott Stellaris and the Marriott Isla Verde...which is our better option? We have previously stayed at the ESJ towers and really liked the area! My husabnd is concerned that there may not be much in walking distance around the Stellaris. Your opinion would be very helpful! Many thanks in advance, Thanks!!! The Stellaris is the one in the Condado District with loads around it and is much nicer. The Courtyard Marriott is near the ESJ, but down farther away from things, it's nice, but no Stellaris. Check back at the beginning of this review for pics of the surrounding area and the Marriott. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UK Fan Posted August 11, 2008 #283 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Yes, we just got lucky, it could have been any of the 5 resorts. I usually started around $80 and moved up, but I was bidding on low season. ($110 was the accepted bid, with fees it was like $130 or so.) The only thing you can do is check the San Juan board sticky and Betterbidding.com to see what other people are getting for your date. They seem to run in spurts with people getting one hotel a lot and then another. The 3 most common lately are the Intercontinental, El San Juan and Marriott, I haven't heard much activity from the other ones lately. We just got the Marriott San Juan Resort And Stellaris Casino for May 9, 2009 for $135. I thought that was a great deal and jumped on it! Thanks for the advice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UK Fan Posted August 11, 2008 #284 Share Posted August 11, 2008 toonjie, how far in advance should one start the bidding process? Sailing on the AOS on 4/12/09. Currently have reservations at Marriott for $215 per night (gov rate), and suggestions. Dave \ I just got the Marriott for $135 for May 9, 2009. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UK Fan Posted August 11, 2008 #285 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Monday and Thursday. Wednesday is the weakest menu and is a popular night for Portofino. Do you have the Compass and menus? If so, could you post them or send them to me? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toonjie Posted August 11, 2008 Author #286 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Do you have the Compass and menus? If so, could you post them or send them to me? Thanks. Congrats on getting the Marriott!!!! You will love it! I have the menus, if you pm me with your email I can send them to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toonjie Posted August 29, 2008 Author #287 Share Posted August 29, 2008 The littlest AOS fan (Josiah) is fully baked and signaling he wants to come out and see the world! :) :) :) DW and I should be heading into the birthing center tonight for a natural childbirth, I'll keep you all updated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kehlx2 Posted August 29, 2008 #288 Share Posted August 29, 2008 The littlest AOS fan (Josiah) is fully baked and signaling he wants to come out and see the world! :) :) :) DW and I should be heading into the birthing center tonight for a natural childbirth, I'll keep you all updated! congrats early--good to know she will have your little guy before Labor Day--one of my grandkids was born on Labor Day--21 yrs ago...Lets hope she isn't in labor long anyway--keep us posted!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanfromatlanta Posted August 29, 2008 #289 Share Posted August 29, 2008 The littlest AOS fan (Josiah) is fully baked and signaling he wants to come out and see the world! :) :) :) DW and I should be heading into the birthing center tonight for a natural childbirth, I'll keep you all updated! Wishing all of you the very best!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkaybee Posted August 29, 2008 #290 Share Posted August 29, 2008 checking this thread just to see if your baby had arrived:) Please keep us posted. Sending best wishes to all. Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toonjie Posted August 29, 2008 Author #291 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Almost! DW is 9.5 cm dialated and doing wonderfully, the midwives are bragging about how well she is doing! She'll start pushing any minute now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemylab Posted August 29, 2008 #292 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Congrats!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshabear Posted August 29, 2008 #293 Share Posted August 29, 2008 congrats and best wishes for that new little bundle of joy!! :) Marsha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riviera bound Posted August 29, 2008 #294 Share Posted August 29, 2008 We pray all is going well. Clare Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irene2000 Posted August 29, 2008 #295 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Is it time to wet the baby's head yet? Congratulations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toonjie Posted August 29, 2008 Author #296 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Josiah David was born at 10:35am this morning!!!!! :) :) :) :) 8 pounds 6.6 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long. Mom and baby are doing just fine! Pics to follow shortly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kehlx2 Posted August 29, 2008 #297 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Josiah David was born at 10:35am this morning!!!!! :) :) :) :) 8 pounds 6.6 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long. Mom and baby are doing just fine! Pics to follow shortly. Congratulations to all of you--can't wait to see pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjtt Posted August 29, 2008 #298 Share Posted August 29, 2008 CONGRATULATIONS to ALL of you toonjie!!! :D :D Sounds like he will have many AOS cruises in his future!!! Best wishes!!! Can't wait to see his photo!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irene2000 Posted August 29, 2008 #299 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Josiah David was born at 10:35am this morning!!!!! :) :) :) :) 8 pounds 6.6 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long. Mom and baby are doing just fine! Pics to follow shortly. Congratulations Mom!! What about Dad - you must be very proud!! Welcome Josiah David Can't wait for the pics LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanfromatlanta Posted August 29, 2008 #300 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Josiah David was born at 10:35am this morning!!!!! :) :) :) :) 8 pounds 6.6 ounces and 20 1/2 inches long. Mom and baby are doing just fine! Pics to follow shortly. Congrats to all three of you. I hope that Mom is resting now. It was a long night and morning... ;) Oh, I almost forgot. You probably need to rest also. You have a looong 21 years ahead of you. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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