Are you a Single WDW fan

[Montana Minnies]

:wave: Hi all:)
I have a similar thread on a different forum, but was curious as to know if there are any like myself single, 30 years young or older and love WDW. I thought it would be fun to see if there are any others like myself who are single and love WDW:) Although this thread is entiltled For Adults and Solo Travelers, being solo does not necessarily mean you are not married or do not have a significant other.
If I get any responses I thank you;)

:earsgirl:
:wave: "Montana Minnies"
Enid

[billybaruch1]

Yes, I am a single WDW fan. I like how you put it, "30 years young or older." That's so much better than age 30 or older. We're all young at heart! :wave2:

I'm counting down the hours now - I'll be in the World in less than 72. At this time on Saturday I hope to be enjoying Fantasmic! ::yes:: ::MickeyMo

[txpixie]

Hello :wave:
I am a single Disney fan - over the specified age, but young at heart (most of the time!) I just discovered this Forum and hope to learn how to make some solo trips. I have always traveled in groups before and it has proven difficult to find people who want to share Disney. I am looking forward to some exciting new adventures.

Happy trips for everyone!

:boat:

[Montana Minnies]

Thanks Billybaruch & Txpixie for your replies:)
My sister and I went to WDW last summer on the FTP and were able to stay at the AKL, first time we have stayed on property. We really enjoyed it. When we go back she talked me into writing on the Dis Boards and I have really enjoyed that too. There is so much information that I was not even aware of, it has been a lot of help for when we go again next summer with 8 other family members. We range in ages 14-84 years young. I am sure looking forward to going again! :)
:wave2:
"Montana Minnies"
::MinnieMo ::MinnieMo

[TEK224]

I'm a single WDW fan. Over 30 chronologically, but probably a teen at heart and in love with Goofy.

Friends and family think I'm crazy for going to WDW as often as I do, but then they just don't get it. What better place to be than at the Happiest Place on Earth?

Terri

[KarenNY]

<b>Welcome to the Adult/Solo Board, txpixie</b>

[txpixie]

Thank you for the welcome. I am glad a friend told me about this, and I can't wait to see what I will find out. As you can see. this is my first foray into posting, so far so good. I am intrigued by the idea of going on a solo trip. It had not occurred to me that was a possibility until I started reading the postings.
Thanks again :big grin:

[yecats]

Hi, I fit perfectly in this post. I am 30ish and a few years and a single disney fan as well. Some people may consider my fetish childish but it is truly the one place in the world that makes me feel like I'm 8 and sooooo happy to be there. We all need that in life sometimes (and especially for me this year as it certainly has been a year). My first solo trip here is in about 30 days and I am really beginning to get geared up.:bounce: I will post how my trip goes when I return. Its nice to know I am not alone.::MinnieMo

[maine_jennifer]

You can include me in this category too! Actually, I just wrote about my obsession in another DIS forum.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=453353

[BCV2003]

I am also single (no children) and in my early 30s. I have never traveled to WDW on my own but may give it a try some day. WDW and DIS are very addicting and my addiction has gotten worse since I purchased DVC. My family makes fun of my addiction but on our last trip they weren't laughing when we used tips that I learned off of everyone here. Without the planning tips and knowledge from everyone on this board we would have never been able to accomplish so many quality activities in such a short period of time. Needless to say, I have now been nominated as WDW planner for our family.

[CarolA]

I am single and well over the 30 age requirement (think at least a decade!)

I go to WDW solo all the time and have a great time. I will admit that I travel solo on business and have gone to Europe solo so I am pretty used to the solo part. Disney is great solo vacation though.

[Montana Minnies]

Thanks to all for your replies:)
I was worried I would not get many responses or someone would take my question the wrong way. I usually travel with my older sister and both of us are single, I was just mainly curious if there were more like us out there so thanks for your answers. I don't know why I used 30 as my base age because I am in my 40's. Anyway I am happy to hear from any and all age groups who enjoy WDW as much as I and my sister do. This summer there will be 8 of us going for a family get together to WDW. Of the 8, 6 of us (you could say) are single. We have one teenager(niece) one senior citizen(mom), two 20 year olds(two more nieces), and one in her 50's(older sister). My brother and his wife are the only marrieds on this trip. I know my sister, 2 of my nieces and myself are really looking forward to this summer when we go. :sunny:
::MinnieMo ::MinnieMo
"Montana Minnies":wave:

[yecats]

Montana Minnie, as your next trip involves at least a group of 8 check into the new "Magical Gatherings" that Disney just announced. Check on mousesavers and these boards for info, you may find the info to be very useful.

[Debi]

Hi, my name is Debbie, and I'm a single 23-year-old WDW addict. :) That's a good thing, though!

[AJA55]

Hi, my name is Amy and I am a Disney addict. (and the crowd says....Hi Amy) I'm in my 40's (check out birth year in "user"--same year as Disneyland’s birth) and single. I've haven’t been to Disney solo, but I have been to Disneyland solo. Have to agree that many people think I’m crazy to go back again and again. I’ve introduced a few people to WDW. Some of them get it and some of them don’t’

[dahirsh]

Add me to the list.

Early 30's, single, love Disney.

Deb

[TDC Nala]

I am 39. I don't see any point in being ashamed of one's age.

Relentlessly single and hopelessly Disney-addicted.

[RussH]

OK I have been pulled into this subject before. One of the few guys on this board but I am single and now-a-days most of trips are solo. Been told I am embarrassing to some others in the.......hang on Hotel California is on the Digital cable Music ....wow I was in the Army in Germany when it was released.....OK back now I split my vacations between Vegas and WDW. No more beaches for me I am tired of fighting do gooders trying to roll me back into the ocean. Not your normal vacationer last trip I did a Pool Bar study. Favorite attractions are POC Cranium Command Dawa and Tune-In.
RussH

[rickc77]

wow...great idea for a thread......

I too have been to Disney at least 8 times solo now. OK I'm in the lower 40 bracket, but when at Disney, you would never know it. I sometimes find it so hard to find others that want to go, so I just say ok and I'll see ya when I get back.

To think all of this began with a mouse........wow who would have known.

[Disneyfan63]

Hi,

Another male who has already been to Disney World solo (in October, 2000 for a week) and is going solo again for eleven nights in early December, 2003, staying in All Star Music.

I can't wait!

Jim

[Montana Minnies]

:wave: Hi Everyone:)
Just wanted to say thanks again for all your responses. I am so excited because we finally decided our trip for next summer will be Aug.3 -13,2004. It seems like such a long ways away but I did put our name on the vacation countdown list. I'm having trouble getting the countdown timer to work for me for some reason. I hope I will eventually figure out how to put it on with my postings.:confused:
::MinnieMo ::MinnieMo
"Montana Minnies"
:sunny:

[Frollo27]

Single, 31y/o, male here. I have gone solo to WDW a few times and do enjoy it but I have also met DISer's there who were also solo which is part of the fun. My next trip is in 10 days. 10/29 to 11/2. I can't wait. :)

[ASFCurly]

Well, I am 24, but I am single and love WDW, I am taking my second solo trip in the beginning of Dec, staying at ASMu.

[CoasterAddict]

Hi there, everyone.
I'm a recently re-single WDW fan. People think I'm joking when I say WDW is my "spiritual home," but you know, unpleasant bits of reality just can't follow you down main street! ;)

[PieInYourEye]

I'm single, 41, 2 Hours away from WDW and I only go once a month. :)

Since my daughter moved out a couple of years ago, I find myself drawn to my happy place. So, when I don't have anything to do, I go.

[twotoohappy]

Hi all! I'm a single 30 something wdw addict going for a fix in December! I'll be there with my dd, but not sure who's the bigger kid!
And a special "Hi" to my fellow disboarders from MA! :wave2:

[Margie J]

I am also single and over 30. :wave2:

My next journey to WDW will be next week! :bounce: I've got MNSSHP scheduled the day of arrival plus HHN later in the week. :earseek:

[CoasterAddict]

And a special "Hi" to my fellow disboarders from MA!

--Is it just my imagination, or are there *lots* of MA folks on this particular thread? :smooth:

[rickc77]

Hi twotoohappy.......

Just wanted to wish you a great trip.........I just got back myself and had a great time.


The best to both you and your daughter on a happy and safe trip...

[twotoohappy]

Yup CoasterAddict I think the majority here are MA people, and we're the one's whose Disney Stores are being taken away. It's just not fair.
What about a dismeet in MA? I'd be up for a trip to the Emerald Square Mall to visit their Disney store. PM me if anybody wants to get a meet going.
hey rickc77:wave: We are so looking forward to going! I'm glad you had a great time. Did you post a trip report? I love reading them. It gives me ideas on how to tweak my plans up a bit.
Have a great day everyone!:wave2:

[Goofydiane]

Single WDW fan here! I take solo trips each year with the next one coming up November 20! As someone who is 39 and 372 days young, there is nothing like a vacation at Disney :0

:bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce:

Diane

[CALIFLADY]

I'm a single - over 30 - DIS'er, too. I took a solo trip to WDW in January 2003 and had a great time! Right now, I'm planning a nice, long trip back to the Mouse House in 2005 or 2006 (pending when I get Stateside again). I'm thinking 14 or 15 days to do everything I want to do at the pace that I want to do it in. Think I'll get lonely or bored for two weeks solo?

[Montana Minnies]

:) Wow, I'm very happy to see so many single solo's Disney fans out there! I really did not expect it. Nice of all of you to post.
Califlady, somehow I don't think you will find yourself bored or lonely at WDW after the responses I have seen on this thread. I do think though that you are one of the farthest away to answer so far. Keep us posted, I for one am interested in your trip report.
:bounce: :bounce:
:wave:

[Mouseaholic]

Well, I fit into the nearly 50 category but was raised a "Disney Child".....still have a photograph of myself at 3 yrs.....mouse ears on in my little rocking chair watching the Mickey Mouse Club.

I began traveling to WDW alone when I worked as a travel professional and now I go 2 or 3 times a year...long weekends....simply to find my smile.

WDW is a safe place to travel alone, filled with opportunities to make people smile and I just go to recharge my batteries.

The best......the first time you drive under the "Welcome to Walt Disney World" sign and you have the entire trip ahead......OR......the first time you see the Castle after you arrive.

Many friends simply don't understand the "addiction" but who cannot just love a place dedicated to making you happy!

I am staying at the Beach Club for the first time - arriving in 42 days......cheating on my favorite Wilderness Lodge which is my second home.

princess: ::yes::

[CastawayChar]

I am probably the oldest to reply but I am 59 and I just love Disney. I have been two times in 2003 but with family. My husband passed away in January and I have hesitated going by myself but you all make it seem like you can still have a lot of fun solo. My favorite place to stay is Wilderness Lodge. I think I am ready to plan a trip next year solo. These boards are great!

[BigTigg'r]

I also am single and male and in my late 40's though no one believes me when I tell them how old I am. I am sure that my Disney obsession is part of the reason that I am still so young.
I have not gone solo for a whole trip yet, I have always gone with friends, but during the last trip it got to be too much to be with one of my friends that I struck out on my own and found that I was having a blast!!! I am now planning my own trip and want to stay in either AKL or WL. I saw the Wilderness Lodge last trip when we ate at Artist Point, and was enthralled! I got there early and fell asleep in one of the big chairs in the lobby!! I am planning a trip for the spring!::MickeyMo

[videogal1]

Originally posted by txpixie
Hello :wave:
I am a single Disney fan - over the specified age, but young at heart (most of the time!) I just discovered this Forum and hope to learn how to make some solo trips. I have always traveled in groups before and it has proven difficult to find people who want to share Disney. I am looking forward to some exciting new adventures.

Happy trips for everyone!

:boat:

Hi, TX
I know what you mean about finding people to share Disney...I finally decided that enough was enough. I needed a vacation and it was going to involve WDW. By the time I got finished planning I had booked a three-week trip (land only) in Jan. '04, a three week trip (land/sea/land) in May '04, and a three-week trip(land/sea/land) in Dec. '04. There, that ought to make up for the looong drought! The single supplement on the sea portions is a killer but, it's only plastic, right? :wave: :wave: :wave:
Lots of adventures in store for me! Good luck on your adventures!!!

[Mr.MouseFan]

Single 24yo male here. I guess, like the rest of the guys on this thread, I'm in the minority. Taking my first solo trip to the world in December...can't wait, but at the same time, very nervous about being alone for so long..lol.

[Montana Minnies]

:wave2: Hi everyone:
It's nice to know there are others like myself who occassionally venture out on our own to have fun. I confess though that I have not yet gone to WDW without my older sister. She is as much of a fan as anyone and she would be terribly upset if I went without her.;)
If not for her, I wouldn't be on the dis boards even. She got me started and now I am hooked! :D
Thanks to all for your responses. :cool:
:Pinkbounc :wave: :bounce:

[Peggo]

I haven't gone to WDW solo yet, because my daughter won't let me. But I am in the single bracket, past the 30 mark...except in WDW where I become 4.

It's nice seeing so many singles in love with Disney. Too bad there isn't a singles meeting place at WDW. I could be very popular.

[rickc77]

Hi twotoohappy

It funny that you bring up a meet.......wouldn't it be something to have a special meet right in Disney....That would be one for the books......

It just so strange how this is so many people out there that just do not understand what Disney can do to a person.

[taswira]

Not <I>exactly</I> single, but I may as well be considered so because my DH and I "agree to live separately" and are separated by about 2800 miles. I live an hour from WDW and am a passholder, so I frequent the parks (and even DCL cruises) solo.

The idea of a single/solo meet at WDW sounds appealing. Maybe if some of us worked on it we could even do it on a grand scale . . . like a single/solo, mini version of <I>Mousefest</I> . . . annually. How many are out there? It's just a thought . . ::MinnieMo If not, yes, it would be nice to designate a time/place at each park for singles/solos to stop by to see if others are there that day.

[Taja]

Count me as interested **IF** --that's a big IF-- it occurs around mid-month or thereafter and we have 3 to 4 months lead time (preferrably not in summer!).

I can't get away before mid-month (15th, give or take a couple of days) and this desert rat almost became a blob on the pavement in the Orlando humidity last August! Also, I need sufficient notice to schedule vacation time--we are a small office and I cover for three other people. Of course, no one covers for me, so it's all waiting for me when I return! :teeth:

As an only child, I learned very early to do many things on my own or risk never doing them! Solo travel was an obvious choice, as most of my friends weren't interested in visiting different places and I was! As long as it's something I can do, want to do, can afford to do, and doesn't harm anyone else in the process, I do it! Classes, travel, meals, concerts, festivals, theme parks...

It's enjoyable to do things with family and friends, but sometimes it's nice to do things without constant compromise or feeling like a general commanding the troops (depends on the personalities involved).

For anyone who hasn't done things solo, try small things first. A local art or music festival, a meal at a coffee shop--you decide. Move to the next level and try dinner at a nice local restaurant. Then try a weekend away for an event that interests you. Then a long weekend. If you find you dislike it, solo travel probably isn't for you. But you may surprise yourself and enjoy it! :)



Taja :sunny:

[Taja]

By the way, the month of January doesn't exist on my calendar!
It's pretty much non-stop work!


Taja :sunny:

[Montana Minnies]

Hi Everyone:)
Just an FYI, Please note the Thread about the Annual WDW Single Meet It sounds like it could be lots of fun for those of us wanting to meet up with other solo/single WDW travelers.:)
:Pinkbounc :cool: :Pinkbounc

[Disney753]

Have done Disney solo many times. Easy place to be on your own and such fun. I would love to meet up for a solo meet. Just say the date I will be there.

[arminnie]

I'm 30ish plus 2 more decades. I made my first trip to WDW in 1980 with 3 other friends. I'd been to DL many times before. We had a GREAT time and I always wanted to go back.

It was 1993 before I finally made it back. I started going to Orlando on business several times a year. I soon learned that I could stay at WDW and commute to my work (north of downtown Orlando). I got my first AP and made many solo visits since I was there primarily for work. I got to go SEVEN times one year.

I've traveled with friends and relatives many times, but I always end up being the tour guide. I love my solo trips as I can do exactly what I want when I want. I would love to go to WDW sometime with people who love it as much as I do and who are not newbies.

[Peggo]

The one drawback of going alone is that you have no one to turn to to share the experiences with. I feel that is half the enjoyment...sharing. But meeting up with others in the same solo rowboat would solve that.

[arminnie]

Yes - it is fun to share the experience with someone. I am going with a dear friend in December. I was maid of honor in her wedding,but we now live 1000+ miles apart. She has never been to WDW but since I know her so well I think it will be really fun to share the stuff that I know with her. Part of the reason that I took my solo trip in October (besides W&F) was to catch up on everything as I hadn't been in almost a year.

I can take things a little easier in December and enjoy sharing WDW and the wonders of Christmas at WDW with a friend.

SOMEDAY I am going to go with someone who appreciates it as much as I do. I've taken lots of newbies who loved their trip but weren't really interested in going back again in the near future. To them it was a nice trip but not a way of life!

[CoasterAddict]

SOMEDAY I am going to go with someone who appreciates it as much as I do

Twice I've been involved in planning a big family "thing" @WDW. (once w/8 people sand 4 generations, once with 22 and "only" three generations) Both times I've gone back within 6 months with my sister to do it "right." Yes, it's nice to watch your family have magical Disney moments, but with just us two hard-core addicts it's a much more satisfying trip. Hand in there arminnie, you'll find a mouse-ke-soulmate some day. :p

[arminnie]

Thanks for the encouragement CoasterAddict. I wish my sister had really gotten into it. We went together 5 years ago at Christmas. I think she had a good time but her reaction to all of the "Mickey Magic" was that it was overboard and just too much.
Can you imagine!

[CoasterAddict]

It's a little sad that more people can't just let themselves get swept away. WDW has helped me stay sane the past couple of years. Nasty bits of reality simple cannot follow me into the Magic Kingdom! (They are, however, usually waiting for me to pick them up when I get to the airport...)

[videogal1]

Originally posted by taswira
The idea of a single/solo meet at WDW sounds appealing. Maybe if some of us worked on it we could even do it on a grand scale . . . like a single/solo, mini version of <I>Mousefest</I> . . . annually. How many are out there? It's just a thought . . ::MinnieMo If not, yes, it would be nice to designate a time/place at each park for singles/solos to stop by to see if others are there that day.


Great idea!
Count me in... Anyone else?

We can see which bistro Cash likes best, woof, woof.....We'll be there:

January 4 thru 17, 2004 and

May 9 thru 14, and 20 thru 21, 2004 and

December 12 thru 17, 2004.

[IloveDMB]

I am a 21 technically single fan. The guy I am dating is not into Disney, which could be a problem as I definetly want to get married in the World.

My family, with the exception of my brother who lives 3000 miles away, are not that into Disney, so it makes it somewhat difficult to get to the world. I do find any excuse possible. For example, last year, a very distant aquaintance was running the Disney marathon, so of course I had to go down to cheer her on ;) .

I will also be in Disney from January 8 to the 13th, because I convinced my father to run the half marathon.

[videogal1]

Originally posted by IloveDMB
I am a 21 technically single fan. The guy I am dating is not into Disney, which could be a problem as I definetly want to get married in the World.

I will also be in Disney from January 8 to the 13th, because I convinced my father to run the half marathon.

If he's not afraid, have him wear something distinctive and, if you post his description on these boards, all of us at the Marathon can cheer him on! I was supposed to be doing the walk, but an injury has relocated me to a role in the cheering section...I'll be cheering for him! :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc

[scrump]

I am 28 and have never taken a solo trip, but may do so one day. My boyfriend hasn't been into Disney, but has expressed an interest in possibly going one day. My trips are usually with an equally obsessed good friend. Even though she lives abroad, we try and make it out to WDW once every couple of years, this being one of them. Similar to some other posts I've seen, I'm not always surrounded by Disney fans, so my outlet is very limited. We are going in December, and it will be tough to come back!!!

[legs22]

Hi everyone,
A single lady, early 40's, but definitely not solo with a DD6. Grew up an hour away from Disney. It's nice to rediscover Disney with my DD. There's nothing like seeing it through the eyes of a child.

[bigsis1970]

Hi I am a 30 something single disney addict ( with 2 kids ages 11 and 7 ) .. I just love going to disney and most people can't understand why I keep taking my children there every year for vacation ... Its cause I love it !! well they do too but well ya all know what I mean... Glad to meet you all .. Michelle

Our next trip is Oct 29 to Nov 7th 2004 . it will be myself and kids, My mom and my sister and her girlfriend.. We are going to the Halloween party !

[Diane]

I’m single and in my 30’s. I’ve taken 1 solo trip to WDW, and there will most likely be more trips in my future. It will probably be another year or so before I can manage it, though. :(

[spiceycat]

Solo single and I love WDW -older than you young people - I am in my 50's.....

I go to WDW 3 to 6 times every year - I can't go in January, Feb, April, July or October work issues - anyother time GREAT!!!

I own at DVC - which is great for singles.....

[Amor4Pooh]

I am 30, single, and have visited the World many times solo. In fact, that's how I have met some really good friends, who I keep in touch with on a regular basis. One friend I have even visited at her home in Ft. Lauderdale.
I live in CA near Disneyland, so I go there regularly solo as well (for day trips only). My family is usually busy, so I go and de-stress with a little pixie-dust. I have met a lot of really good friends through pin-trading, and I met them because I was solo. The nice thing about traveling solo is you get to meet new people, to meet up with your friends while you are there, and don't have to worry about inconveniencing someone else with you. I do also travel to the World with my sorority sister about once a year, and she's also single and around my age. I also just went with my aunt who is single, and we had a blast at the Happy Haunts event and Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party.
Amor4Pooh

[Montana Minnies]

orange-red
Happy Thanksgiving to All of You! :)
Thank you so much for your replies and I wish you all a very Happy Holiday Season!::yes::
:wave: :D :sunny:

[Timbro]

I am 40, single and will be in WDW solo on my 41st birthday at the end of April 2004!! I haven't been to WDW in 25 years, I need to GO NOW. Any tips and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.pirate:

[BigTigg'r]

:bounce: Congratulations!!! I hope you have a great time. I think you should set aside at least a whole day for each park. Also, no matter what you plan, stay flexible. You may find things that interest you that are not on your plan, go with it. Sometimes I have thought, well, I will come back to something, only to find that it isn't there anymore or only appears at certain times during the day and twice it happened at the end of my trip so I did not get to see some things, in my case little street performances, that I would really have liked to see. Set aside time for a meal at Canada's Restaraunt at Epcot. Definitely worth the time and the cost!!! Love that cheese soup! Cruise these boards for more tips and reviews of restaraunts and rides. I wish I could go soon!!!:wave: Most importantly, enjoy yourself!!!!

[Montana Minnies]

:wave: Timbro:)
I just wanted to welcome you to the Dis Boards. I also sent you a private message because I get a little lengthy at times when I write.
This is a good place to get some helpful information. ::yes::
Have fun in planning your vacation! :)
Enid:earsgirl:

[Valentine]

Hey there!!! Here are all the single WDW fans!! and I thought I was the only one!! LOL!! Nice to meet you all.... I am also a 30ish.. just turned 39 actually ... single ....living in NY.... add to that gay.... WDW addict......and you have people running for the hills!!! LOL!!! I LOVE Disney... I just booked my first SOLO trip for New Years week.. and AM SO EXCITED!! I am looking forward to a new experience.. exploring the World on my own. I booked a Swan club level room for the week... and Can't wait!!!.... I also think that a singles meet in Disney is a FABULOUS idea... I am all for helping out with the organization and planning of the event.. heck.. I'll even head the committee... I am great at that sort of thing.. but I would also LOVe to be an indian in the planning group.. should there already be a chief!!! Let me know!!! Swan here I come.. and hey.. if any singles will be in the World for New Years Eve.. let me know.. I would love to meet up!!

Kathy :wave:

[DocRafiki]

SUPER-SINGLE gal here. single = unmarried, never been married, no kids, no boyfriend, heck i rarely date! i DO have 4 pets who keep me home and away from WDW. i'm sure i'd be there every weekend if not for them.

I never felt I technically qualified as a solo traveler until I did Disneyland Paris solo in September. Now I'm official! But, I feel like a solo WDW traveler since I've spent LOTS of time in the parks by myself. I started when I worked there and got tired of trying to find people who were off at the same time I was. Then, since moving back down here and getting a non-Disney job, I've only done day trips by myself. The only time I stayed solo in a Disney hotel, I met up with a friend who was here on vacation w/her boyfriend. AAAAAnyway... yes I qualify as a Disney nut. I even moved down here from the New Orleans area, just to be near the mouse!

Arkansas Minnie -- you make me realize how lucky I am to have found people who love Disney as much as I do and who have similar touring styles & interests. I have had 4 GREAT Disney buddies in the past, but I no longer speak with 2 and the other 2 can never seem to afford to get down here. The people I go with now don't like to do the same things I do, so I still enjoy my solo time at the parks.

[AllisonG]

Hi, my name is AllisonG. I am married, have 2 children and I just returned from a WDW trip. I would LOVE to go solo. I think it would be great to do whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted. No debating with anyone else, eat at whatever restaurant, staying out as late as I wanted. I think solo travelers have the right idea.
I just returned from a WDW trip today as a matter of fact. I felt alone on this trip. As my parents love the annual December trip to be dedicated to my 2 boys. We do whatever they want and I'm really like the nanny on this trip. Which I don't mind, my children are making memories with their grandparents, they'll have the rest of their lives. But it sort of felt solo.
Also while on this past trip I went to a WDW event. I met some new friends from the DIS (Hi KarenNY and NativeTx)and other websites. I had a blast!
Back to the subject: I really would love to partake in a solo trip, atleast once in my life.::yes::

[MassJester]

Single, 41 (how did that happen??), and a life long Disney fan.

A friend and I will be heading back to the park in May, and doing the DCL for the first time.

[Disneyfan63]

Just returned from a solo trip to WDW. 40-year-old male here, probably single forever. Had a great time!

Jim

[mishoe01]

I want to join this thread!!!

I am 34yrs old, never been married, no kids, no boyfriend, no pets - just me.......live in MD - hopefully will be back in Orlando next year (lived there 1995-1997).

I have been a Disney fanatic for as long as I remember......and don't see any end in sight.....my mother even asked my sister if I was ever going to grow up!

I had 2 solo trips this year........I'll go even if I can't find anyone to go with me.

So glad to see that I'm not the only one out there!!!

Happy Holidays!

[Montana Minnies]

:wave: Happy Holidays to all you solo/single WDW Fans!
Thanks for all your responses. I wish you all a wonderful Holiday Season. I'll be heading to northern Montana for about a week. Celebrating Christmas with my Mom and older sister and making plans for a forthcoming vacation to WDW next summer. We are looking forward to making this a vacation full of wonderful memories.::yes::
The suggestions and input we have received from the Dis Boards has been great. It's so nice to know that there are others like ourselves who are single adults and love WDW!
:goodvibes

[taswira]

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[sflen]

hello fellow disney singles. i am 33 never been married single male. i must say i have been to disney many times but always with family and friends. i have often thought about going solo. the only problem i hvae is that i am an educator so i am kinda limited on times when i can go. i would certianly be intrested in a solo meet at wdw in the future.

[DocRafiki]

Hey sflen! Whenever you decide, I'm always here (along with tons of other people).

Excited about the Sugar Bowl? GEAUX TIGERS!!!

[sflen]

thanks for the invite. next time i plan on comming down there i will get in touch with ya.

and oh yea!!!!!

GEAUX TIGERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[taswira]

Yep - There are several of us "always here" solos who should probably be around if any other visiting solos care to meet.

Just PM!

Shari

[Disney753]

Will be at the world from 3/9 - 3/19. Met a couple from NJ on the Disney Cruise in 2001 and every year we meet up at WDW. Will spend sometime with them but would love to meet up with other solo's. Have done the solo thing many times but always room to make new friends. Let me know if you will be there then.

[taswira]

I will be here in March (will be gone from late April to probably late May). Send me a PM closer to your visit if you'd like to meet one day.

[QuickGold]

I'll be at WDW Feb 5 - 8 if anyone is interested in meeting up. :)

[taswira]

RocknRollerCoaster.Com RULES!!! :teeth:

[ilovebelle]

I am a single Disney addict, but I'm not over the age limit. I am so glad to see so many single Disney addicts out there! I thought I was all alone. I've never been WDW solo, but I think it would be fun. I went with a family who are friends of mine, and at one point, I ventured solo for a couple of hours and had a blast. It was fun to do whatever you want. We were at EPCOT when I struck out alone, so I was able to see the showcase!

I get to go again in December (my first Christmas trip) with a friend of min who is equally a Disney addict. We are going to have a blast! I just can't wait. 10 1/2 months is a long time to wait. Oh well. I've got to save my nickels and dimes first!

Thanks for this thread! I don't feel so funny going even if I'm not going alone. Hope everyone has great trips!

Kristin

[PrincessDana]

Another single disney fan!!

I'm actually looking forward to my 30th birthday (February 2006) because I'm treating myself to a solo WDW trip (without DD)!!

[rickc77]

PrincessDana ....just in case I'm not on in Feb of 2006, let me be the first to say happy birthday.

If there was ever a place to celebrate it....yes Disney would be my pick.......

enjoy

[Montana Minnies]

:) Thanks to all who have showed an interest in this thread. As my 14 year old niece would say COOL! :cool:
I wish you all the best in your planning and travels to magical WDW.::yes::
:wave2:

[newcomer52]

I'm so glad to see this thread. I'm 52 and love everything about disney. Been to DL twice and WDW four times but never solo. I'm no longer married and the last DD will be gone in the next couple years. I've been wondering who I'd go with after she leaves, but now I see that I can have a great time solo. (if DD will let me go by myself, she can't get enough of it either) Thanks for all the great ideas.

princess

[LovetoTigger]

Let me add to the long list of single WDW fans. I'm 42 (still have a teenager at home) but am looking forward to many solo WDW trips in my future. Glad to see there are so many that share my love of the World. Maybe I'll get to meet some of you one day!

[blondie7]

I'm not quite 30 but I am a single wdw lover. I have always thought about going on a trip solo. After reading the posts I think I might go. lol

[Alacrity]

I'll chime in too. Now single and a Disney fan! I've done both WDW and DL solo while on buisness trips and have had a fun and relaxing time! I've had a hankerin' to go see Mickey recently and will head off to OKW in September with friends. Looking forward to hanging with the Mouse!

[LUV4TINK]

Hello,

Yes, I am single and a Disney fan!!! I feel so much better now that I have admitted it. I have gone sinlge to WDW many times. I spent my 40th birthday there with my sister. I went hoping that WDW was so "Magical" that I would not actually turn 40 , but no such luck.

I went to WDW for the first time in 1999 and have been trying to make up for lost time ever since. I love going as many times as my wages and credit cards allow.

Reading everyone's post have been wonderful. Knowing that I am not the only one with this special condition. :D

You can count me as one of the people from MA too. I grew up there and I am there all the time. I really only sleep in RI.

Hope to meet some of you on one of my trips or if there is a single meet.

Paula

[spiceycat]

well over 30 - long, long past 30 - but single and love to go to WDW solo.

When I brought DVC - it was to use with family - but hey I love and I mean love being single there - there is so much to do!!!!

I also stay off-site - being single can be a problem off-site - but I generally only stay in places that have a security guard and gate.

this year I am not in 2 places - I will see how that goes....

[rickc77]

wow....it's great to see that I'm not the only one that enjoys going to Disney solo.

Isn't something that you can do what you want and as many times as you want without getting anyone upset.

To think all of this started with a little mouse.......

[JennL]

27 single and while I have never been compleatly on my own, I was on a trip where there were two couples and me. Had a blast exploring on my own but enjoyed it more when I met up with others. I learned some lovely scheduling tips from my time solo on that trip.

[tinkerbell81284]

I'm 19 y/o and since my first EPCOT field trip in middle school I have split off on my own and have enjoyed every minute of it! This past year I have gone to WDW several times by myself! :happy: I get to meet interesting people, talk to CMs and shop to my credit cards content!

Tinkerbell81284 princess:

[madthemouse]

I'm 40 and.......... some months :teeth:

I have been told that, " I have the mind of a 4 year old and he was glade to get rid of it". Just want to say, " I'm ok with that ". ::yes::

[kid@heart-karen]

Hi all, my name is Karen, single, 39, and looove WDW.:earsgirl: I have been to WDW 5 times and loved every minute of it. It has been at least 7 years since i have last visited, and having WDW withdrawl. LOL!! Since I am currently unemployed, it looks like it will be a long while yet to the next trip, so I guess i will have to live vicariously through everyone elses trips.LOL!! So to anyone going soon> Have a wonderful trip!! Take care all
:wave: kid@heart-karen

[LittleBlackRaincloud]

Hi everyone! I never noticed this thread before, and I need to add my name to this list. I'm 29, and recently single again. I had thought about visiting WDW alone, but then my best friend and her DH agreed to go in December! I'm so excited! I love the idea of meeting all of you guys at a meet...I vote for the first weekend in December, maybe do the MVMCP together? That would be fun! This will be my first Christmas party...I went to MNSSHP last Oct, and loved it! If anyone wants to try and do a meet at that time (even if it's only 2 or 3 of us!) let me know! We have to stick together, no one else would understand our obsession....

[Montana Minnies]

I just wanted to say thanks to all who have contributed to this thread. I had no idea when I started it, I would get such a response. WOW!:cool:
My sister and I (both single) are counting the days until our big WDW vacation. Although we will be with other members of our family, I plan on having some time to myself. So for a few hours anyway I will be a "Solo" sightseer. If I see anyone with a lime green ribbon on I will say a friendly hello and I will try to remember to wear one too.
Right now August 3 seems like a long ways away, but I'm hoping time will fly by fast.
Everyone have a Happy Spring:sunny:
:wave:

[Belle1962]

Just noticed this thread too.

Over 40, and yes I am single. Love to go to WDW--I usually go solo once or twice a year and with other people a few times a year. While I love going with family I also enjoy taking newbies to the parks. They are usually overwhelemed when they get there and realize how much there is to do and I LOOOVE showing them a good time.

I am lucky to blessed with living close enough that a long weekend trip is not out of the question.

[jazzmanmgt]

Thought I might add my name to the list of qualifiers...30+ and then some, single (widowed), solo WDW traveller. I am going on my 2nd solo trip in June and can hardly wait. I have travelled many many places solo and the more I do it te easier it gets. I am also going to London and then on to Germany in August following my Disney fix! I'll do 5 days at OKW, two days with friends in Daytona Beach and then 5 at SSR. Counting down the Days!
Mike

[LouDisney]

Hi everyone!
Single over here!
I am 35 and have never travel solo, ususally have friends to go with, but it could happen oneday, would not be against it at all.

[blondejerseygirl]

I'm going to WDW and will be staying PCR from 9/29 to 10/3. I'm going for my birthday. I can't wait. I have never been there alone before but I am excited.

Anyway, I would love to meet up with someone while there. The only drawback about going alone is the awkward feeling while dining alone at a table-service restaurant.

[taswira]

Hi blondejerseygirl! Any time you want company at a sit-down WDW restaurant, just let me know. :teeth: I'm really into WDW dining since getting the DDE card.

I love the variety and all the different dining themes at WDW. :D

Shari

[rickc77]

Hi blondejerseygirl.......Don't worry about dining solo, after you've done it once it will be ok. Just bring something to read or even review the park maps.

I've been to Disney several times solo and there is just nothing like it. You are able to do what you want , when you want and also how many times you want.

You will meet people at the resort that you will be able to share each days high spots with.

Trust me, if there are any specific questions that you may have, you have come to the right spot. There are so many great people on this site that are always willing to share their ideas.

If there is anything that I can help you with, please feel free to PM me.

Have fun planning.....the time will go by so fast......

[taswira]

There <I>are</I> some people who just don't feel comfortable dining alone. I have no problem with it and have had <I>lots</I> of fun doing character dining alone. :teeth: However . .

It's always fun to have someone to converse with while dining and to hang out with at the parks for awhile.

But about dining solo - - In most cases it seems to concern the servers and other guests more than the solo person. Some of them look at you like <I>"Poor thing - all alone"</I>, not realizing that people <I>can</I> be perfectly content with their own company! :p

[jwill]

Another one here. I'm 31 and single. I started going to wdw when I wasn't single and continued when I became single after that. I enjoy going to WDW with others more but have gone solo once and plan on going again. If you always wait until you have someone to go with, too much of your life will pass by.

[lc1965]

39, single, believe taking kids to WDW is a waste of energy & $$!! :rolleyes: Have a rotten boyfriend who says my love of things like Disney & Harry Potter is proof that I'm "childish", but his obsession w/ Jim Steinmann & Meat Loaf is "child-like". Hmmmmm. Me thinks the gent doth protest too much!

Not sure if the question was about travelling solo, though. Don't like travelling solo, but do when I have to. Have heard WDW is a great place for that. Can anyone tell me how this is so? I'm sure that seems sarcastic in print, but it's a legitimate, very non-sarcastic question. Would love feedback! Thanks.

[EsmeraldaX]

27 yo single Disney lover here.

:D Have gone solo and loved it, but also like going with other people.

[VampHeartless]

Just turned 24 and still single disney lover...

who also thinks EsmeraldaX is totally CUTE!

:love:

Hey! How's it going?:blush:

[rickc77]

Hi EsmeraldaX........ok you need to tell me ....where was that photo taken.......I've gone solo several times and just can't remember seeing that mouse.......

thanks and ok....you and the mouse take a very nice photo together....but be carefull.......Minnie gets jeolous...

[Taja]

Originally posted by rickc77

Hi EsmeraldaX........ok you need to tell me ....where was that photo taken.......I've gone solo several times and just can't remember seeing that mouse.......

thanks and ok....you and the mouse take a very nice photo together....but be carefull.......Minnie gets jeolous...

The mouse was one of the 75 painted/decorated by celebrities for Mickey's 75th birthday last year. They were on display at WDW when I was there on a solo trip in December, 2003, and I believe they are on tour throughout the U.S. at present. I'm thinking they will be at Disneyland (California) next year for the 50th anniversary celebration, but I could be completely out in left field. It certainly wouldn't be the first time!

I've been away from the boards for a while and just discovered that my wonderful ISP was putting my thread and PM notifications in a spam file! ? ! Everything seems to be working fine now.

I'll be at WDW on a solo trip Labor Day weekend, meeting with at least one other person from another board, and have another solo trip planned in early December. It's a terrific way to get into the holiday spirit--and avoid having to do a few things at home!

One thing you learn about being single (or an only child!) is to do things when the opportunity arises, regardless of whether others want to do it or not. It's wonderful to share experiences with others, but if the alternative is to do nothing, I'll go solo every time!


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[ValDisney]

Hi I'm single and love disney. I travel every year with my children. I'm planning a big trip this dec. The cruise and WDW. I'm think I'm more excited then they are. If anybody is going during x-mas that would be fun to meet up. I know I have kids, but I'm single. Check the single parent meet thread.
I would love to meet fellow dis members.
Valerie
:Pinkbounc

[Missy1961]

I fit in this group, too! And my trip next week will be part solo/part with family---what I think will be the best way to vacation. 2 days with my sister, BIL, 5 yr old niece & 1 1/2 yr old niece--MK, character breakfast, etc. Then 3 days alone.....Epcot at my pace. I can enjoy the World Showcase, take my time.....and maybe a trip to MK alone when I can people watch and maybe ride a few rides. And it will let me see if I want to try a whole trip solo!

[EsmeraldaX]

Originally posted by rickc77
Hi EsmeraldaX........ok you need to tell me ....where was that photo taken.......I've gone solo several times and just can't remember seeing that mouse.......

thanks and ok....you and the mouse take a very nice photo together....but be carefull.......Minnie gets jeolous...

PM'd ya! :)

[EsmeraldaX]

Originally posted by VampHeartless
Just turned 24 and still single disney lover...

who also thinks EsmeraldaX is totally CUTE!

:love:

Hey! How's it going?:blush:

:blush: :blush: :blush: :blush:

Why thank you!

:blush:

[BostonDisneyKid]

That picture was taken in Boston, MA at Fanuel Hall. I saw them while going to the Comedy Connection at Fanuel Hall 3 weeks ago and was disappointed I didn't have a camera handy. There are approximately 10 Mickey Statues currently on display at Fanuel Hall, which are on tour (taja explained previously).

BTW, I am 34, single and am a proud DVC owner and self proclaimed WDW addict...

Good to know there are many more like me out there...

[Montana Minnies]

:cool1: Wow! I never thought I would get such a wonderful response to this thread.:)
Although I won't be "solo" traveling this summer, I will be with other members of the family who are also single. Ranging in age 84-14years;) We are so looking forward to our August WDW vacation.:jumping1:
Everyone have a great summer and thanks again for all your responses :wave:

[Moosysmom]

49, single, with dog.
Big WDW fan, moved to Florida to be able to go when I want. My family thinks I'm nuts, but they sure appreciate me here when its time to go to WDW, I become their personal tour guide. Try to get there at least twice a month.
Going to MNSSHP for the first time this year, did the Christmas party last year.
If there is ever a meet just let me know, its a short drive up for me.
Lynn

[rwade428]

Hi Gang, my name is Becky.......it gives me great solace to know that there are others out there like me.

I have never gone disney solo, but my sister and I have gone 3 times now. Plus other trips before and after with children.

Who's says WDW is for kids. Well, ok, I guess that makes me a kid.

Do people actually go to WDW alone. I can't imagine that would be any fun.

Would love to hear some stories.

[**Tinker*Bell*7**]

I hope you'll let me join the thread. I'm a single WDW fan but not yet 30 or older (7 months to go yet on that). Planning my first solo trip for Jan.

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Hi I'm 24 and single. I am planning on going on the DCL this October and hoping to find my prince that loves Disney just as much as me. A little nervous about going alone because I have always had a SO join me, but unfortunately my ex of 5 years broke up with me about a year ago.

[taswira]

Originally posted by Pooh_Friend#1
I am planning on going on the DCL this October and hoping to find my prince that loves Disney just as much as me.Best of luck, but if you don't find him, don't let that spoil your cruise. Even solo cruising can be fun. :teeth:

What is your cruise date (if you don't mind me asking), and Magic or Wonder?

[gjw007]

46 (soon to be 47) and single. I have been to Disney for the last 5 or 6 years by myself. I keep inviting friends and family but they either don't have the time or more importantly, the money. I will be heading to Disney for my Christmas trip (December 18 to January 1). It will be the first time that I have been to Disney during Christmas week (I normally show a week earlier - I like Disney at Christmas especially the choirs that show up at Downtown Disney, the characters when they show up and do their thing at Epcot, etc. - I also like Universal at Christmas and I'm waiting to see what they do at SeaWorld!).

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Ya I won't let it ruin my cruise, but I can always hope for the best!!! I am cruising October 23 on the Magic. It will be the Western cruise, I have already been on that itinerary so I am looking forward to relaxing and spending a lot of time on the ship!!

Heidi

[taswira]

I am on the <a href="http://www.primateprojections.com/103004/" target="index">Halloween Magic</A> (Oct. 30) - my first time on the Eastern itinerary but my 10th DCL cruise. I've been solo on about half of them. My grown nephew (an airline pilot who is still looking for his "princess") was supposed to cruise with me but unfortunately he can't get vacation time then. He cruised with me once before and loved it . . but alas, did not find his princess. :(

He is a MAJOR Disney fan and was even a <a href="http://www.primateprojections.com/SWWss04/pages/DSCN2147.html">TIE Fighter Pilot</A> in the <I>Star Wars Fan Weekend</I> parade 3 days in a row at Disney-MGM this year.

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Taswira - what airline does your nephew work for? Maybe he can be my disney prince and I could be his disney princess!!!

You will have to let me know how the Eastern Itinerary is. When I will be sad because I have to get off the ship, you get to start your vacation!!!

I have been on 4 Disney cruises but never the Eastern. My whole family is so disney obsessed. My twin sister was proposed to at MGM and their honeymoon was a week at WDW and 7-day Eastern Disney cruise. My parents have been on tons of Disney cruises and they are going on the 14 day transition cruises (I am so jealous!!) I need to find someone who understands my (and my family) obsession with Disney!!!

[taswira]

He is with Delta Connection (Comair) based in Cincinatti and just bought a condo in Florence KY (says it's the closest city to the Cincinatti OH airport?), but is "officially" a Daytona Beach FL resident. There is a small pic of him without the "armor" (but with sunglasses - LOL) <a href="http://www.primateprojections.com/mm">here</A>. But he is 36 - maybe too old for you?

Yep - too bad your cruise isn't a week later, but the Western itinerary IS great!

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Wow, he is pretty good looking and he is still single? Must be his job that keeps him single!! No that's not too old for me. My ex-boyfriend was 34....come to think about it, my twin is married to a 35 year old. We must have a thing for older guys!! :D

If he ever gets to stop by in Colorado I could show him around!!! :D

[taswira]

Pooh_Friend#1 - I don't want to tie up this thread with off-topic posts, so I e-mailed you through the DIS.

;)

[disneyaggie]

What a fun topic! :D I wondered how many of us 35-year-young singles had such a great time at WDW going "solo". (o.k. -- I am just a few years . . . and just a few . . . over 35, but hey, let me have my fantasies).

I have made it an annual trip and have loved each time. I never felt lonely -- but how could I with a gazillion people around? :teeth:

I jokingly tell people that my annual pilgrimage is my "therapy" after a year of battling Dallas traffic and goofy (no pun intended) schedules. Several people have asked me if I ever wanted to go anywhere else instead of Disney. Imagine what my answer always is!

This year my parents are awesome (as always) . . . they are driving to Dallas to grand-dog sit while I escape to WDW for Thanksgiving. YIPPEE!

I look forward to a DIS meet, too! Never been to one!

See y'all there! :wave2:

[B'rer Karen]

Originally posted by rwade428
Do people actually go to WDW alone. I can't imagine that would be any fun.

Would love to hear some stories.

Going solo is LOTS of fun. I wouldn't want every one of my trips to be solo, but I do like to have at least some solo time each year. There's no being diplomatic and taking 20 minutes to decide where to go next. You only stop to go to the bathroom when you want to. See something in that store that you want to look at? Go look at it! No worry about whether you're annoying anyone because you've gone into the last 10 shops you passed. Want to ride Splash Mountain 3 times in a row? Do it. Want to spend all evening watching the British Invasion perform? Go for it. You get to do exactly what you want when you want. And Disney is such a friendly place that there is always someone willing to talk to you.

The only real downside is that you don't have anyone to share the special moments with. But seeing as I don't always have someone to go to Disney with, I'll take being alone at Disney and having no one to share those moments with then sitting at home and not having those magical moments.

[trinibjill]

Hi
My name is Jill. I am single & definitely over 30. Don't feel it though.

I have been to WDW many times. The first time was when I was married w/children in the late 70's. Then during bike week in the 80's. From that time forward I have been there at least 5 times in the last 4 years. One tiime as a chaperone for Girl Scouts. Twice I went alone. In 1999 I celebrated New Years at least 5 nights in a row. I really enjoyed it. Everywhere you go there is someone to talk to. The best part is doing what you want, when you want & for as long as you want.

On the 28th I will be going on my first cruise. I'm taking my Daughter & Granddaughter. (The 7 night western)

In Dec my other daughter & her family will be going with me to WDW. I have a suite at the Shades of green.

Next year I would like to go on the Eastern Cruise. I'm thinking about taking my other daughter.

I saw on this board someone went by themselves on a cruise. Does it cost the same for one as two? That is the reason & asked my kids if they wanted to go. (Like they wouldn't)

Also, next year our Roller Skating Nat'ls will be in Pensacola & I will definitely go by myself then to WDW.



:crazy:

[mmickeya]

Hi all :Pinkbounc

I'm 35, single and a disneyolic. I went there at least once a year for the past 14 years.
I didn't go solo yet, but I did "day park solo" because my family are not addict as I am.

Hope someday to find a companion that will be love Disney as I do.

For now, happy to see that I'm not alone with that "Disney addiction" because I'm tease a lot at work; they just don't understand.

Sorry for my english, its not my native language

:wave:

[Montana Minnies]

Welcome to the Dis Boards Mmickeya & Greetings to all Single Solo Adult WDW travelers:)
After spending 10 days with 5-8 other family members I am more inclined to try traveling solo to WDW someday. Too many wanting to see too much at once, and I decided I like going at a slower pace not wanting all of my activities planned out so far in advance. I did enjoy staying at OKW, we had a beautiful villa with a wonderful view. I especially liked the boat ride in the evenings over to Downtown Disney, it was very relaxing.::yes:: The time went so fast and I was sad to leave:(
I will continue to read and gather information for future WDW vacations. The Dis Boards were very helpful in our planning. Hopefully I will be able to go back sometime soon.
I am curious as to where most Adult Solos prefer staying and for how long?
Wishing you all a very Magical Day!:sunny: :wave:
Enid::MinnieMo

[B'rer Karen]

I like to stay as long as I can! Seriously I usually do a 5 day trip in the spring and a 9 day trip in the fall. This year my fall trip is for 14 days! I'm only doing 9 or 10 days solo though. Previously I stayed in the moderate hotels, but I bought into DVC last year and will be making my first trip home to SSR and OKW this fall. So now it will be the DVC resorts for me.

[WaltD4Me]

I'm 39, single and a HUGE Disney fan! I'm known for my large collection of Disney sweatshirts and clothing and although I've never done it, I could see myself going on a solo trip to WDW, Disneyland or on a Disney Cruise.

I've always been fascinated by Disney and by Walt Disney the man. I've read lots of books about Disney and about Walt. I took the Animation tour last time I was at WDW and loved it! We even got to paint a Mickey cell, it was awesome!

I've always wanted to see WDW all done up for Christmas and am finally going this year....with 9 other family members....but if no one else wanted to go I was going to go anyway! LOL!

My last trip was October of 1999...I'll never forget rounding the corner on Main Street and looking dead on at the Castle, I actually got a little misty eyed.

For our trip this December, I am thinking of taking the KTK tour by myself...no one else in my party is interested in a five hour walking tour, but I think is sounds fabulous and am really going to try and make time to do it for myself.

Lisa :earsboy:

[B'rer Karen]

The KTK tour IS awesome. I highly recommend it. I'm doing the Backstage Magic tour on my upcoming trip by myself. I think tours our great activities for solo travellers.

[Goofydiane]

I did the Backstage magic Tour on my last solo trip and loved it! I'm going again this December and may do the tour again, you can never remember everything they tell you the first time!

Diane

[trinibjill]

Goofy Diane & WaltDfor me

WDW in Dec is fantastic. At MGM there are a zillion lights. They give you 3D like glasses & all the lights look like angels. It snows.

We are also going in Dec. Myself & 7 family members. We're staying at the Shades Of Green.

Lisa, you say you are are big Walt fan. In Dec of 1966 when they said he died. I was on the way to California & had to pull over because I was crying.

When I was a kid I won a trip to Disneyland but my parents wouldn't let me go. I've been making up for it ever since.

Jill:chat:

[Mos20]

Hello, I'm 26 & single. I'm going back for my 7th Disney Trip(3rd solo) in October.

Someday my prince will come
Someday I ‘ll find my love
And how thrilling that moment will be
When the prince of my dreams comes to me
He’ll whisper I love you (and WDW too!!)
And steal a kiss or two
Though he’s far away I’ll find my love someday
Someday when my dreams come true

::MinnieMo

[Vals]

I have a couple of ?s -what is the KTK tour?
Re: Disney Cruise-how much more is it for a single person in their own cabin? I thought that it was the equivilent of 2 passengers. Val S.

[trinibjill]

The quote for price on cruisin "Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Third, fourth & fifth Guest prices valid with two full fare Guests in the same stateroom."
On a regular cruise line if you are brave they will hook you up with someone else.
I figured if I have to pay that much I would have my daughter & grandaughter go with me. They thought that was a great idea.

Jill:yo-yo: :sunny:

[maureen4200040]

Hi ya,

I'm single and 42 in September and I absolutely adore Disney.

I've been to disney 3 times so far and on one of those occasions I went solo. I could'nt get anyone to go with me on one of my trips because of work commitments, I did'nt want to miss out so I made the decision to go solo. Although it was daunting at first, once I was on the plane from the uk I was fine.

Because I had travel to disney 6 months earlier, when we reach sanford airport every thing was easy because I remember it from my previous trip. On that solo trip I met a lot of new people old and young. Got a few phone numbers from guys at a conference at my hotel (but never called them) but enjoyed the attention I got. Although I missed family and firends back in the uk, they were only a phone call away if I needed to talk.

The lasting memory I have of my solo trip was going to sea world and watching shamu's show and getting soaking wet because i sat near the front row seats. Shopping was a pleasure as I could go when and where I wanted. Everything I did on that trip was fanastic because I only had to think about myself.

On my next trip I will be taking my 12 yr old niece, so most of the holiday will be geared towards her. It will still be a great trip as always. :sunny:

[carol devaill]

pirate: ::yes:: I TOO AM A SOLO TRAVELER TO DISNEY WORLD. KIDS ARE ALL GROWN UP(40AND 42 YEARS OLD) AM WELL OVER 30 AND LOVING IT. WHEN I SHOW PEOPLE MY PICTURES OF MY TRIP TO DISNEY, THEY TELL ME THAT I DO NOT EVEN SHOW MY AGE. JUST LOVE MEETING PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD AND THE UNITED STATES. NEXT TRIP COMING UP NOW IN 5 BIG DAYS. CAN HARDLY WAIT. THIS WILL BE MY 16 TRIP. WAS GOING WITH MY BROTHER BUT HE GOT DISNEY'D OUT. HE IS NOT A BIG FAN.:sunny: :Pinkbounc :hyper: :wave: :cool:JUST TURNED 62

[Blueeyes101817]

im going to be 20..single and love disney..just wanted to join on your board if thats okay :)
trinibjill--i saw on yhour location that i probalby live close to you.im in columbus!

[disneyaggie]

Welcome BlueEyes101817! You will find some of the most kind, genuine and helpful people anywhere right here on this board.

We are glad to have you! :wave2:

[Blueeyes101817]

thanks disneyaggie :) im Jen by the way

[disneyaggie]

Nice to meet you, Jen! And once again, welcome! :p

[Mos20]

Hello, Jen I am also in NJ, north of you, but welcome. :wave:

[Blueeyes101817]

mos--Hi! :)

[disneyworld!]

Hi my name is Janet @ I am a divorced 43 yo DISNEY addict also! my last trip in May to Florida my frined Don and me went to Clearwater- he wanted to drink- I wanted Disney, so I packed us up and move to Disney. Next day he was on a plane home.
This was the BEST 4 nights I have ever spent in Disney!! I am glad he went home!

All my friends- just do not get it!:earseek:

[disneyaggie]

Three cheers for you, Janet! I would have done the same thing! Here's a big Texas "congrats" for your decision! ::yes::

[ValDisney]

Hi Janet,
i'm a divorced 45 yr old. I also love disney. I'll be there in Dec. are you planning another trip soon. Glad you had a good time.
Valerie

[MandaPerry]

Hi all:wave2:

Also single and 25 have to give you credit I have never done the solo trip myself. Always trapping some unexpected family member into joining me. This will be my 6 trip to the world and my third at x-mass time. I do have one question though do your non disney friends get a glazed look in there eyes when you bring up another one of you upcomming disney vacations?:teeth:

[rickc77]

Hi, I'm also a 45 year old divorced disney addict from Mass. I'll be flying down this Tuesday. Hopefully Ivan won't be to bad.
Going Solo is so much fun that one just cannot explain it.

I've never gone over the Christmas Holiday, but I may try to get back down there.

My clock just wont go down fast enough

[Goofydiane]

Originally posted by B'rer Karen
The KTK tour IS awesome. I highly recommend it. I'm doing the Backstage Magic tour on my upcoming trip by myself. I think tours our great activities for solo travellers.

I did the Backstage Magic tour last year as a solo traveler and loved it! This is a great tour and answered many of my questions. Our tour included looking behind the scenes of Body Wars, with that attraction down most of the time now (I think), I wonder what will substitute for it.

Have a great time!

Diane

[Goofydiane]

Any solo travelers planning to be there November 25 - December 5? If so, want to try and meet.

diane

[Minnie&Nana]

Wondering what solo travelers have done for ground transportation? I am arriving a couple of days ahead of my friend and cannot decide between Mears or a Town Car. Suggestions, please?

Thanks much!
Christine::MinnieMo

[trinibjill]

I've always used Mears If Disney didn't book it for me.

[B'rer Karen]

Originally posted by BaciBecky
Wondering what solo travelers have done for ground transportation? I am arriving a couple of days ahead of my friend and cannot decide between Mears or a Town Car. Suggestions, please?

Thanks much!
Christine::MinnieMo

While Mears would be more economical, I always go with the town car. For me the money is worth the time savings. Because I would invariably be one of the first ones on the van, would have to wait for the van to fill, and then would end up being the last one dropped off. And on the return they want to pick you up so darn early for your flight. Also, I use the grocery stop. Plus I just like feeling pampered. But it's really just a personal choice thing.

[Minnie&Nana]

Yeah, I like being pampered too - especially when I am NOT staying at a deluxe resort! And I dread the possible first in last out with Mears.

Do you feel safe alone in a Town Car? May I ask which Company you've used? I've read about Tiffiany's on allears.net, but there are no recent posts - last one I could find was 2002.

Thanks!
Christine

[disneyaggie]

Mears has a Luxury Town Car division that appears to be quite reasonable in price. Their website is mearstransportation.com -- have fun! :p

[Minnie&Nana]

Thanks much!!

Christine

[B'rer Karen]

Originally posted by BaciBecky
Yeah, I like being pampered too - especially when I am NOT staying at a deluxe resort! And I dread the possible first in last out with Mears.

Do you feel safe alone in a Town Car? May I ask which Company you've used? I've read about Tiffiany's on allears.net, but there are no recent posts - last one I could find was 2002.

Thanks!
Christine

I have always felt completely safe in a Town Car, although believe me, the thought crosses my mind. But after all my trips I know the general way to Disney and I have my cell phone easily accessible if it appears we are headed in a wrong direction! ;)

In the past I used a company that is now banned from these boards. So after doing a lot of research on the transportation boards this time I am going to use murry hill. The rate couldn't be beat ($75.00 roundtrip after a $5.00 coupon) and they got many postive responses and only one negative. I figure there's always going to be a few people unhappy no matter what the company is. So both my mom and I will use them this trip (two separate round trips as we aren't travelling the same days).

[trinibjill]

We are going to WDW on the the 4th I guess we'll probably just miss you.
Have a magical time anyway.
Jill

[Minnie&Nana]

Thanks for the info. Hope I did not post the name of a co that's banned from this board! I'm new and would not know.

Love the board - the people are warm, friendly, knowlegable and helpful! It's nice to find others who enjoy Disney and have visited as much (mostly more) than me (this is my 35th trip:) Also fun to read the resort comments and who enjoys which Resorts - I think a great vacation can be had at almost any Resort , although I am partial to the Poly. Was my first in '82 and several times through the years. Also enjoy trying new ones, so have stayed almost everywhere except the Home Away from Home and All Stars.

Anyway, thanks again for the murry hill info!

Christine
11 days and counting ::MinnieMo

[B'rer Karen]

You're very welcome. By the way, their website is transportation2disney.com. And you would know if you tried to post the name of the banned company because it would show up with asterisks instead of the name.

[Goofydiane]

Originally posted by trinibjill
We are going to WDW on the the 4th I guess we'll probably just miss you.
Have a magical time anyway.
Jill

Thanks Jill, hope your trip is fabulous as well.

Diane

[Minnie&Nana]

Followed your link to Murry Hill and also found the transportation board info. Very helpful! Based on what I've read I, too, feel quite comfortable giving Murry Hill a try. Wonder why no one has mentioned Mears - several resorts use them - maybe cost?


Thanks again for the Murry Hill info and to all who responded to my town car questions!

Christine

[carol devaill]

:tongue: I CAN NOT AFFORD A TOWN CAR,SO I ALWAYS USE MEARS. IT ONLY COST $28 ROUND TRIP. ALWAYS SEEM TO GET JUST ABOUT A FULL VAN,BUT JUST BY LUCK ALWAYS GET DROPED OFF FIRST.OF COURSE I ALWAYS STAY IN DOWNTOWN DISNEY. JUST CAME BACK SUNDAY FROM DISNEY, AND HAD A GREAT TIME.::MickeyMo :earsboy: :earsgirl:

[Minnie&Nana]

Hi, Carol,

I've always taken Mears too, but this time I was kind of dreading the possible wait..although maybe it will not be as bad given the time of year? I was wondering in all the mention of town cars on the transportation board no one mentioend Mears Town Car service.

At any rate, I only need to go one way this time as a friend will join me 2 days later and take me back the airport when I leave.

Thanks much for the input!

Have you adjusted to home away from Disney yet???

Christine

[carol devaill]

:smooth: BACIBECKI NO I HAVE NOT ADJUSTED AS YET AND HAVE BEEN BACK 4 DAYS. ALTHOUGH WORK HAS BEEN VERY BUSY(WORK IN A HOSPITAL IN MEDICAL RECORDS). THINK MY CO WORKERS ARE TIRED OF ME TALKING ALL THE TIME ABOUT ALL THE FUN I HAD. THINK THEY ARE JUST JEALOUS. THE WAIT WASN'T TO LONG. BY THE TIME I GOT MY LUGGAGE AND EVERYTHING, THINK I MAY HAVE WAITED ABOUT 15 MINUTES. THE PARKS WERE NOT BAD THIS TIME OF YEAR. WITH IVAN MAYBE COMING THRU, I THINK PEOPLE WERE NOT COMING.

[Goofydiane]

I always use Tiffany Town Car and never have been concerned over my safety. While a town car is a bit more expensive, it allows for a quick grocery stop and door to door transporation with no one else in the vehicle. I like this as when I get there, I want to go direct to Disney and my resort and when leaving, I want to stay as long as I can before I have to leave.

I've found the drivers to be very nice and friendly as well.

Diane

[trinibjill]

Is anyone going to WDW around July 18 2005
Jill

[Montana Minnies]

Hi Trinibjill:)
Just a thought, you may want to post on Taswira's thread, "Annual WDW Solos Meet" or Margie's thread, Adults & Solo Trip Central also, to see if you get any responses to your question about if anyone is going July 18, 2005?
Welcome Carol Devaill to the Dis Boards and thank you for posting on this thread. I was once employed for a hospital and thought it difficult to go back to work after a WDW vacation. Now I am a part-time colllege student about ready to graduate in December!:Pinkbounc
I figured as long as I was working with people I may as well get a degree in it. I just hope I will be able to find a job and earn money so I can get to WDW in the next couple of years again!
Thanks to all for keeping this thread going! ::yes::
:wave: ::MinnieMo

[carol devaill]

:smooth: HI EVERYONE, ALTHOUGH I HAVE BEEN BACK ALMOST A MONTH(DOESN'T FEEL LIKE IT) AM PLANNING ON GOING BACK NEXT YEAR IN LATE SEPTEMBER OR EARLY OCTOBER. ALWAYS HAVE SO MUCH FUN,EVEN GOING SOLO. 1972-POLY
1975-POLY
1977-POLY
1983-POLY
1990 POLY
1992-COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
1994-HOLIDAY INN SUNSPREE
1995-COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
1996-COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
1997-COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
1999-COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
2000-COURTARD BY MARRIOTT
2001-COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
2002-COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
2003-COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
2004- HOLIDAY INN,WALT DISNEY WORLD

[trinibjill]

Hi:sunny:
Funny you should suggest checking out that site. I got an e-mail today telling me about that site. No one has posted on this site for a while I thought it was over & done.
Thanks for the info.
Jill :wave:

[crcormier]

Single, 31, and going to Disney for the fourth time since last December! :bounce:

[Montana Minnies]

:wave: Have a wonderful time Crcormier:) How I wish I were going again! It's only been about 4 months since the last visit, but I would love to see WDW during the Holiday Season.:cool1:
Hopefully I will be able to go again in Dec. 2006.::yes:: ::MinnieMo

[wdwhoosier]

Im 15 and single! Does that count? I'll be 16 on our next trip!

[Blueeyes101817]

hi again everyone..i forgot about this board :)

Well im 20 now, and still single haha...but i have plans for at lesat 2 definite trips coming up..possibly 4 if i can swing it ...maybe ill meet a prince?? lol

[Vals]

Hi Everyone, Well, im single-separated-46 yrs old, any male around that age that love Disney -that want to chat on msn??
anyhoo-anyone single male or female that is going for the holidays? This will be my 1st time over Xmas!! im Leaving Dec 24, returning Jan 3-im a DVC member, so im staying @ Old Key West, in a studio, i havent made any other ressies, what should i do? iv done lots but with my family & X. Talk to you soon, Val

[ValDisney]

Hi Val,
I'm also a val.
I am divorced and will be there Dec 24-Jan 1. But will be on the cruise dec 26th-dec30. then i will be at POFQ. be the cruise I will be in DTD at the Hilton. I will be w my 2 children (5 and 7) but you are welcome to join us.
Valerie

[EsmeraldaX]

Hey all,

I haven't been over to this board for a while. Just thought I'd pop over and say hi! :)

[crcormier]

Hey Esmeralda!

[EsmeraldaX]

Originally posted by crcormier
Hey Esmeralda!

Hey fellow MA resident! :wave2:

[Montana Minnies]

Greetings to alll you Solo/Single Dis'ers :D

I just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Turkey Day-Nov.25,2004!

Nice to see all of you!:grouphug: :cool1:

:wave: ::MinnieMo
Montana Minnies
Enid

[disneyaggie]

Right back at 'ya, Montana Minnies! :wave: