ATTENTION re: Pal Mickey Swaps

[BethR]

After some discussion, it was decided that DISsers WILL be permitted to post threads on the Budget Board in regards to Pal Mickey Swaps. BUT, everyone involved must be aware that the DIS, or any person involved with the DIS, shall NOT be liable for ANY problem(s) that may arise from these swaps.

Please consider this before starting a Pal Mickey Swap: Unlike the Stroller Swap where the strollers were donated and NO MONEY exchanged hands, when people are "paying" for something (even a nominal fee), they expect something in return for their money. If problems arise, they want someone held responsible, naturally that could end up being the Swap Organizer.
Unlike the sharing of Specialty Cruises where money is generally not exchanged until the time of the cruise, and if someone does not show up or the cruise is cancelled, there is no money lost, this has more of a chance for something to go "wrong." Pal Mickey could be lost, stolen, broken or for whatever reason the "Swap" does not take place ie: misunderstood communications, a last minute cancelled trip, etc. - who will see that the "Swap" continues with the NEXT person on the list? Again, when money is concerned, expectations are higher, and these things should be carefully thought out.

We suggest that the “organizer” of the Swap set up rules pertaining to that particular swap and see that everyone involved be informed of the rules and agree to them before participating in the Swap. We suggest that these matters be addressed in a Pal Mickey Swap Agreement:

• Handling of any money involved. Will "refunds" be issued in the case of last minute trip cancellations, swap miscommunications, etc.?
  What will happen if Pal Mickey is lost, stolen, damaged, etc? Who will be responsible? And what does that resposibility mean? Payment for a replacement or something else?
  How will an “absence” (someone not showing up to do the Swap)be handled?
  What will be the “disposal” of Pal Mickey at the end of the Swap.
  And, any other matter that may arise with a Pal Mickey Swap.

Again, the DIS will NOT be held liable for any problems pertaining to a Pal Mickey Swap and can NOT be called in the case of ANY disputes regarding a Pal Mickey Swap. It is up to the Swap Organizer to see that everyone involved in the Swap be aware of this fact and agree to it.

Thank You!

 

[BethR]

One other thing:

All communications regarding particular Swaps should be made through Private Message (PMs). That way we can have ONE Pal Mickey Swap thread at the top of the page, and each "Organizer" can have a single post that shares the details of that particular Swap.
People then won't have to wade through posts that have nothing to do with their particular Swap.
Thank you.

 

[mad4themouse]

Thanks, BethR, for clarifying the swap issue. You've brought up some valid points that we swappers will need to discuss via PM. I appreciate that you took the time to clear all this up and I'm glad that the swaps will be allowed to remain.

 

[Microcell]

Okay, You have me duely scared!! I understand and will edit my most recent list of swappers! Since our swap is donated, I think we all will be okay, but I will surely keep on top of it!

 

[BethR]

Originally posted by Microcell
Okay, You have me duely scared!!

I really did not intend to scare anyone, but, in my post, I am mentioning things that were mentioned to me regarding the POSSIBLE hazards of conducting a Pal Mickey Swap. Sometimes it takes someone on the outside looking in to see things that we cannot.

Since our swap is donated, I think we all will be okay, but I will surely keep on top of it!

I agree, the fact that yours is donated does make things easier. I am sure that everything will be fine. Go, have fun at WDW, meeting your Swapper, and playing with your Pal Mickey.

 

[Aisling]

Thank you to BethR and the moderators.

 

[Southern4sure]

Thanks for all the vital info Beth...It does shed some light on things that we all need to understand and try to work through. I appreciate you and the other mods letting us try something new andhaving a place to discuss it. As a swaps end, Im sure you will see lots of positive posts. I know not everyone agrees with the swaps and I apologize for any "heated" posts. I look forward to sharing my experience with other Disners for any future swaps.

Southern4sure

 

[MomlovesDad]

Great points Beth! Thanks so much for the ideas and for letting us get this started. I'm sure there will be much insight after the first few swaps get started. Thanks again!
MomlovesDad

 

[MissSwish]

Thanks Beth, You are right there are many things to consider with each swap. I am just back and my swap went well.

 

[Lori S.]

I'm sure this is somewhere, but I haven't found it, what is "Pal Mickey" and why are you swapping him???

 

[femail]

can i get in on a swap in december?? we'll be there 4-8th could use him the 5th and 6th and babysit him 4th 7th and 8th till about noon... k2

 

[queenof2princesses]

I'd love to have PM for our trip, Dec. 12-15..

 

[3gr8kids]

Originally posted by Lori S.
I'm sure this is somewhere, but I haven't found it, what is "Pal Mickey" and why are you swapping him???

I would like to know, too. TIA

 

[Twende]

I am cracking up here! "Who is Pal Mickey and why are you swapping him?"

We have made a sudden change in the dates of our next trip and I wonder who if anyone has a Pal Micksy swap going for March 9 - 15th?

 

[Forevryoung]

we are going June 5-12th. Anyone interested? What is involved?
Feel free to pm me-
Thanks,
-K

 

[pamouselover]

Pal Mickey is a Mickey Mouse doll.
He guides you through he park telling you times of parades, and things like when a line is short on a ride. He is very smart and knows what he is near in the parks. He tells jokes and all.
I belive with a $50 deposit and 8 dollars a day be can be yours to use or pay the $50 and take him home with you. My kids know all about this from a friend who just came back from Disney.
I will be trying him out on our trip!