My boyfriend and I are planning to take my parents ages 76 and 83 to Disney World in 2013. We are such on the go people that we're at a slight loss on how to handle the trip. Mom is young 76 ( currently working and telling her co workers shes 64) but will have sticker shock when she sees how much things are. My pop is 83 and has mobility issues (can't walk long distances sure the motorized chair will come into play). It's been 10 years since they've been down to Orlando for a real Disney trip.
I'm inclined to have them stay on property because the theming is beautiful and they've never done it and no car will be needed. My boyfriend is in the belief that because Disney resorts tend to go wide instead of tall that they could end up doing too much walking compared to a Hilton property where they could get off an elevator and be right at the lobby.
Universals resorts are also an option because we enjoy the dining options there because of city walk everything is also a lot closer... I am not fond of driving between both parks most days however.
Whats your feeling? And do you have any tips for traveling with a senior? I know I'm slowing down substantially for them. This forum always gives me a few gems of information.
I'm inclined to have them stay on property because the theming is beautiful and they've never done it and no car will be needed. My boyfriend is in the belief that because Disney resorts tend to go wide instead of tall that they could end up doing too much walking compared to a Hilton property where they could get off an elevator and be right at the lobby.
Universals resorts are also an option because we enjoy the dining options there because of city walk everything is also a lot closer... I am not fond of driving between both parks most days however.
Whats your feeling? And do you have any tips for traveling with a senior? I know I'm slowing down substantially for them. This forum always gives me a few gems of information.