Bringing the kid on the honeymoon....

[AshtonsMom99]

Ok say what you will, but since I was recently diagnose with heart failure, we have decided to bring my 10 year old on our honeymoon with us. I realize it will put a damper on some things. I have no idea how much time I have that is why we are bringing him, and while I am here I want to Disney as a family as much as I can.....OK who thinks I am crazy? I think i am sometimes.....Also will Disney still give us our honeymoon buttons or has it already been downgraded to just a family vacation. I am torn because I wan the recognition, but I also want it to be a family vacation....Arrgghhhh advice please...

PS I realize I can't have it both ways...

~April~

 

[Goldeelox9]

Good for you! Spend as much time as you can with your child. You can get the Honeymoon buttons, just ask for them at check in, no one will think twice about it!

 

[Tink&PirateMama]

I agree- good for you!!- but also, I wanted to say I'm sorry, this must be such a difficult time. I for one think you can try to have it all- and deserve to- a disney honeymoon and family moon!!

A few ideas- I'm not sure what is in your budget...

1. Disney has babysitting and also evenings at resorts,so you could have some alone time with your DH. Our kids just did the pirate ride at the GF on our last trip - it was very affordable! I think it was about 2 hours and lunch for about 30 bucks or so- and we hung out on the GF beach- it was lovely, and the kids had a blast! They have them at a few different resorts- call disney dining to get more info. You could also plan to have lunch yourself during that time Next trip I think we'll try the neverland club in the evening at the Poly! It would be lovely to watch the fireworks on the beach together before we pick up the kids The prices are pretty reasonable.

2. It gets expensive (maybe you can look at renting points? or just doing a night or two for part of your stay), but villas (1 or 2 bedroom) would provide you some privacy, and a jacuzzi tub. We stayed in a 2 br on our last trip, and my husband planned one of the romantic packages (flower petals in the room, etc.) and it was really wonderful to have a romantic evening and privacy, but still be at disney with the kids! I can't recommend it enough!

3. Character meals as a family would be a lot of fun, along with all the rides and adventures disney has to offer! I think the family part will be easy to do, just having a bit of privacy and romance will take some planning- but it's definitely doable.

Wishing you a wonderful time together

 

[LittleStinkerbelle]

I'm sorry for what you're going through. I don't see any reason why you can't get honeymoon buttons!! If you decide you want a night out as a couple, I highly recommend the kids clubs that they have at some of the hotels. We just got back and my DD loved it! They take kids up to age 12 and there is something for every age group--and they feed them dinner. Good luck.

 

[Janell]

Im sorry you are going through this and I hope there is something they can do to help you.

I think its very sweet and non-selfish to bring your son. Yeah honeymoons are nice and romantic but the time spend with your husband and son is way better then what romantic you maybe missing out on. And I see if there is something fun for your son to do while you and your husband have a bit of alone time together. Maybe set up someone to watch your son while he sleep and go for a late dinner somewhere.

Is there any family member you can ask to come along to help watch your son and maybe has someone his age he can play with?

 

[AshtonsMom99]

We do have a fantasmic dinner package that was reserved for us by one my DH's aunts....Dinner for two at Hollywood's Brown Derby...I'm thinking we will have to research the kids clubs.....My son seems to like the idea

 

[momplus3]

I think that is great you are bringing your son on your honeymoon! Maybe because I am bringing all 3 of my sons on my honeymoon. We are getting married at WDW and I want my sons there of course so they will also be there for the 4 days after the wedding. We have 2 connecting rooms at Pop so we will be able to have a little bit of privacy!

 

[Cleofish]

I really feel for you and what you're going through right now. Fingers crossed everything will be fine. As for your honeymoon, I'm sure Disney will still give you the buttons, after all there is no change in your status as newlyweds. I agree with the other posters here, the babysitting service sounds like a great idea. Otherwise, you could perhaps make some T-shirts or hats or something for you, your new DH and your 10 year old advertising you're on your honeymoon, and giving your 10 year old a special title like "Supervisor of the Bride & Groom", which will make your little one feel so special, get you the honeymoon recognition you desire and maybe get you an extra free dessert!! Really hope it all works out for you!