help my DH spoilt my suprise!

[lorapinky]

hello,

I was hoping to do something romantic for my DH and was all ready to get him a gift basket sent to our room as it will be his birthday and our anniversary whilst we are over there.

Well, we were reading a trippie together the other day in which someone had done this and he said 'i'm so glad that you wouldn't do something like that for me, its a waste of money...blah blah blah'.

I don't think I hid my dissapointment very well as he quickly caught on that I was clearly planning to do just that. He then sternly told me that he wouldn't want that and being in WDW in magical enough for him.

SOB!

I wanted to do something nice but now I don'y know what to do???

[wilma-bride]

How about something which doesn't cost any extra money, like a romantic evening walk? If your DH says that just being at WDW (presumably with you) is good enough for him then I would take him at that. I know that I often fall into the trap of planning surprises for DH along the lines of things that I know I would love myself, only to find that he is seriously underwhelmed :rolleyes: I think you just have to accept that he doens't want any romantic (expensive) surprises.

Fair play to you for trying though :hug:

ETA: Here are some things you could do for free:

At night you can wander along the Polynesian's beach, sit in a cabana and watch the Electrical Water Pageant and the fireworks over the Magic Kingdom. Walk through the tiki-torchlit gardens between the Great Ceremonial House and the beach. It's all very romantic. (Please keep in mind that the beach and particularly the cabanas are primarily intended for guests of the Polynesian, though there is nothing to prevent the general public from using them.)

Watch the Wishes Fireworks from the Grand Floridian boat dock. Narcoossees restaurant is nearby and receives the audio soundtrack from the Magic Kingdom, so you can enjoy the fireworks synchronized to the music. There's a little bit of delay due to the distance, but it still works. Seeing the fireworks reflect off of the lake is beautiful.

From the Boardwalk, meander up to the back gate of Epcot, or over to Disney-MGM around closing time and enjoy the music and perhaps a glimpse of IllumiNations or Fantasmic!. The bridge that goes over to the Swan and Dolphin sometimes has nice views at that time. - We did this in February and it was really lovely :thumbsup2

During the day, explore the woods from the Wilderness Lodge to Ft. Wilderness.

Stroll from the Grand Floridian to the Wedding Pavilion and poke your head in. (Unless there's a wedding in progress, of course!)

At Animal Kingdom Lodge, you can walk out to the viewing areas and see the exotic African animals roaming free. Note that the animals come out around dusk -- you won't see any during the day. (Please keep in mind that hotel guests' rooms open right out onto the viewing areas, so quiet is very much appreciated.)

Visit the Butterfly Garden located behind Acadian House in Port Orleans Riverside's Magnolia Bend section.

[Goofysmate]

Joh what a lovely reply & what brilliant things to do for a little romance & to unwind together. :love:
:cutie: you old romantic you :cutie:

[lorapinky]

Thanks for your replies!

wilma-bride, I have printed off your response and will take it with me when we go so that I don't forget your good ideas!

Thanks !

[sam_b]

Or if you still want to spend money, would he enjoy a segway tour ($85) or a surfing lesson in Typhoon lagoon?
A drive along at Richard Petty? You could book any of those things in advance as a suprise.

Good luck

[wils]

Great advice from Joh but there is only one thing I can say "MEN!" It is exactly the same thing to what DH would say. Make sure you tell the hotel it's his birthday as he might get a card!

[wayneg]

Great advice from Joh but there is only one thing I can say "MEN!" It is exactly the same thing to what DH would say. Make sure you tell the hotel it's his birthday as he might get a card!

Not all men. I would be very pleased (If you are reading this Karen!:rotfl2: )
Its always me that orders the Champagne, chocs or flowers for the room.

[wilma-bride]

Not all men. I would be very pleased (If you are reading this Karen!:rotfl2: )
Its always me that orders the Champagne, chocs or flowers for the room.

Obviously, I need a husband like you then Wayne - so you can order flowers, chocs and champagne for me :thumbsup2

[Goofyish]

You could hire a surrey bike from the Boardwalk and have a romantic ride around the Epcot resorts, errrm then again that is very energy sapping!

[wayneg]

Obviously, I need a husband like you then Wayne - so you can order flowers, chocs and champagne for me :thumbsup2

I'll let you know if I ever become available :lmao: :rotfl2:

This was pic of gifts I ordered on last Disney cruise.
2nd pic is OT but I have never posted it and just came across it while looking for the gifts pic. Shows cabin door trimmed up with Dis stuff, we had game of Distag and 2 Dismeets onboard.:banana:
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y236/wayneg1/OrlandoOct200564-1.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y236/wayneg1/OrlandoOct200598.jpg

[CoralCayTownhome]

Love the pics Wayne :thumbsup2

[AlanUK]

Loving the photo of the door Wayne :thumbsup2

[wayneg]

You cant read them but all the little orange heads had Disney sayings like "Magical Gatherings" and "Where Dreams Come True" etc.

We have 2 cabin doors to decorate next Easter, taking DS best friend with us, We will have our own room, can't wait:goodvibes :) :banana:

[wils]

Lovely gifts Wayne :) I retract my original statement and replace it with

MEN! (except Wayne - who is clearly a man of great taste and a gentleman!)

[wayneg]

Lovely gifts Wayne :) I retract my original statement and replace it with

MEN! (except Wayne - who is clearly a man of great taste and a gentleman!)

:lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl:

[CoralCayTownhome]

Lovely gifts Wayne :) I retract my original statement and replace it with

MEN! (except Wayne - who is clearly a man of great taste and a gentleman!)

:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[mikki.young]

There is a new (on trial) segway tour from Fort Wilderness - that might appeal to a man and itlooked a beautiful area

[lorapinky]

Thank you very much everyone!

Great ideas!

[crabbie1]

I ordered my DH some champagne and a cake on the flight over for our wedding.Unfortunatley VH ruined the surprise by sending the reciept BEFORE we went not after as they were supposed to and addressed the letter to my DH not me:mad: But the thought was there eh.You could also get mickey /stitch to give hima wake up call.:rotfl:

[tracipierce]

Hey Wayne have you got a brother ??? :lmao: :rotfl:

[wayneg]

Hey Wayne have you got a brother ??? :lmao: :rotfl:

Yes I have but he is totally unlike me. He goes to Vegas every 2 months gambilng, his partner goes to Europe, never holiday together, he also hates Disney, well not just Disney he doesn't like kids, lines, crowds, rides etc.
So not suitable, sorry.:rotfl2: :lmao:

[cornish pixie]

I'll let you know if I ever become available :lmao: :rotfl2:

This was pic of gifts I ordered on last Disney cruise.
2nd pic is OT but I have never posted it and just came across it while looking for the gifts pic. Shows cabin door trimmed up with Dis stuff, we had game of Distag and 2 Dismeets onboard.:banana:
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y236/wayneg1/OrlandoOct200564-1.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y236/wayneg1/OrlandoOct200598.jpg

Hi Wayne, love the pics especially your door signs.
How did you do them and where did you get the Disney hands and pics?
I have been lucky enough to have had some of the mickey heads sent to me, now I need to put something together for our up and coming trip.
Any help would be much appreciated,
Many thanks
Cornish Pixie:goodvibes

[jmom]

:rainbow:
FAB POSTS to this thread. The first thread I've continuously said 'ahhh' followed by copious giggling...well done!!

[tracipierce]

Yes I have but he is totally unlike me. He goes to Vegas every 2 months gambilng, his partner goes to Europe, never holiday together, he also hates Disney, well not just Disney he doesn't like kids, lines, crowds, rides etc.
So not suitable, sorry.:rotfl2: :lmao:

Aw shucks :sad1: :rotfl2:

[wayneg]

Hi Wayne, love the pics especially your door signs.
How did you do them and where did you get the Disney hands and pics?
I have been lucky enough to have had some of the mickey heads sent to me, now I need to put something together for our up and coming trip.
Any help would be much appreciated,
Many thanks
Cornish Pixie:goodvibes

I just made the posters in Word, Googled for pics and put them together.
Same for the hands, quality suffers the larger you blow them up but the were OK. I will add the pic here dont know if you can just save it and print.
I can email anyone that wants them if that doesn't work.
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y236/wayneg1/dd_1_b.jpg

[dee slack]

what about the carriage rides around POR or FW? They're romantic and I think you can arrange for drinks/snacks (like tuxedo strawbs!) to be delivered for the ride to make it extra special.
I was also going to mention the Mickey wake-up call but someone beat me to it!