Can you please offer some help/advice for a 10 year anniversary trip? (sorry long)

[ForTheLoveofDisney]

My 10 year anniversary is coming up and I'd really like to do something special but I'm feeling at a loss. I was hoping, collectively, my Diser friends and I could come up with a great little trip but I'll give you a little background first as to why I'm feeling like I'm drowning fast.

My 10th anniversary is on December 5th (as some of you may remember me on the CB) and I feel like it's coming at lightning speed. A little less than a year ago we moved over 600 miles and several states away from our home state. We then had to establish ourselves in a new community (temporarily until we buy a house then it's move again ) find a new doctor, new church, new vet, new bank and all that fun stuff that goes along with cross country moves. DH started a brand new career and I started a new job. A LOT has happened in this last year and while it's easy to type out, as easy as a few keystrokes, living through it has been timeconsuming and sometimes downright draining!

Part of me feels like, "Who cares! I've got too much going on and it's just another day anyway" but I know it's not just another day and that's probably just the brain-drain talking. This is our first double digit anniversary and we should celelbrate it dag gonit!!

I'm thinking Disney because (here's a shocker on the DIS ) we LOVE Disney! When you figure the cost of going/doing something else it's really not much cheaper. DH is saying something like Charleston.

I'm on the resorts board because that's where I need the most help (I think. I probably need more than resort help but it's a start ).

We own DVC but I'm thinking it's going to be virtually impossible to find a room, even a studio, the first week of December as the first few weeks of December are low points and Christmas Decorations are up. Plus, on my anniversary I'd really just like maid service and that hotel/resort feel.

My DREAM is to stay in the Poly, I'd love concierge, but I'm thinking that's going to be tough to swing financially with Christmas not far away and a trip back home (which includes hotel stay) for Thanksgiving (which between you and me I'd rather not do but DH insists).

I know others have suggested going at a different time than our actual anniversary but I've got to be honest, I didn't have a honeymoon and even though DH and I have had some great vacations in the waaaaay back of my mind it's there. I know, I know some people think I'm crazy about the whole "on the day" thing but that's how I am.

I know it's last minute and I know it's our fault we engaged in these life changing (albeit for our good) moves but I guess I'm being selfish and want an anniversary celebration too.

So, I guess what I'm looking for is for outsiders opinions. Someone maybe not dealing with the brain-drain like I feel like I am.

Thank you for all of your help. And I'm sorry this was so long.

 

[frdeb1999]

I know you posted this in the resorts section. But have you considered doing a disney cruise for your anniversary?? We just did and renewed our vows for our 20 yr.. They have some great pricing available for different dates and it would be a whole lot easier to plan then WDW and probably easier to get a ressie also! We love the Poly concierge and did both this year. I think if your trying to do something quickly and still do disney this would be a wonderful thing and a great time!

 

[Davidsmommy]

Hi! DH and I just got back from our 10 year anniversary trip!

We stayed at AKL - but that was because he loves the animals. We had a savannah view room and it was just beautiful. But, a resort choice is highly personal. That was special to us. We loved AKL. I also would love the Poly and I am sure we will stay there in the future.

And, what prompted me to post was that we also went to Charleston last year. Which was nice (we were there for a wedding but then spent a few days sightseeing), and while it was nice, there is no comparison. You "get" Disney, so you know what I mean.

We had an amazing time......I hope you have a great anniversary!

 

[MrsJ Henry]

Have you checked into some of the resorts to see if they have rooms at that time? I would suggest doing that. I was told by a friend that she was having a hard time getting a room.
That is where I would start and make a list of the places that have openings. (Start with the Poly since that is where you would like to stay )

If you both Love Disney and that is where you want to be then DO IT!!!!! You know ya gotta!!!!

This is going to help you with your brain drain!!!!!! Nothing like Disney to get you refreshed (and tired in a whole different way)

I say DO IT... Go to Disney but start looking into resorts ASAP!!!
Good luck and Happy Anniversary!!!!

 

[DonnaDuck]

I just wanted to say "Congrats"!! I feel like I could have wrote this thread.

My 9 year anniversary is coming up on December 5th!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have also been talking about what we are going to do next year, because it is big. Problem is, we will be moving and building a house next year.

We will be at WDW this year on our anniversary. This will be the first time we have spent an anniversary there since our Honeymoon. I do hope we can come back next year, if only for a day or so.

Do Disney...You love it and it will make it extra special for the both of you.
Congrats... Wishing you many, many more happy years!

 

[SHAYMARAYSMOM]

I can understand what you are going thru. DH and I are going for our 25th weeding annv.(we leave in 6 days ) We both love Disney.Like the other posters have written check what hotels have openings and go from there. If you do not get the poly it is okay. As long as you are with each other for your annv. it does not matter where you stay. DH of mine has manged to make the most unlikely spots the most romanitc spot in the world. So I say go for it and enjoy. Best wishes to you on 10 years and I hope you have many more

 

[kaysmommie]

If you want to stay deluxe in December AKL & WL would be my first choice, although there is probably nothing left at WL. How about GF or Poly in a GV or MK view room. Poly has some really nice Garden views. I would also book and Anniversary dinner at Cali Grille or Victoria & Alberts. Have you thought of ordering a cake from one of the bakery's onsite? here is some info on that if your interested.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1503884

 

[Frankiesmom]

I second the Disney Cruise idea. they are running a 7nite cruise special rate of $599 that week. The cruises are so wonderful!!! Please check it out!

 

[ForTheLoveofDisney]

THANK YOU so much, all of you!!! You're all such a big help with great recomendations! I've been so busy here at work that I haven't been able to post or really look. Stupid job! But, I see what you mean. From the Disney site everytime I pick Poly or Wilderness it tells me nothing available and gives me Saratoga! We've stayed at Saratoga before w/ our DVC but honestly, I don't get the warm and fuzzies there. It's nice and all but just doesn't have that "Disney feel" if you ask me. You know another thing that concerns me? The crowd levels. If everything is sold out that means it's sold out to people (I know, doesn't that sound silly?). People who will be in the park.

Hi! DH and I just got back from our 10 year anniversary trip!

We stayed at AKL - but that was because he loves the animals. We had a savannah view room and it was just beautiful. But, a resort choice is highly personal. That was special to us. We loved AKL. I also would love the Poly and I am sure we will stay there in the future.

And, what prompted me to post was that we also went to Charleston last year. Which was nice (we were there for a wedding but then spent a few days sightseeing), and while it was nice, there is no comparison. You "get" Disney, so you know what I mean.

We had an amazing time......I hope you have a great anniversary!

You know exactly what I'm talking about! Not only do I want the warm and fuzzies from the anniversary but I want it coupled w/ the warm and fuzzies of Disney! Talk about a girl wanting her (Disney specialty) cake and eating it too! You know why DH is thinking somewhere other than Disney? He's thinking somewhere else for couple time

. His silly mind is thinking there is too much excitement outside those hotel doors to stay in.

Have you checked into some of the resorts to see if they have rooms at that time? I would suggest doing that. I was told by a friend that she was having a hard time getting a room.
That is where I would start and make a list of the places that have openings. (Start with the Poly since that is where you would like to stay )

If you both Love Disney and that is where you want to be then DO IT!!!!! You know ya gotta!!!!

This is going to help you with your brain drain!!!!!! Nothing like Disney to get you refreshed (and tired in a whole different way)

I say DO IT... Go to Disney but start looking into resorts ASAP!!!
Good luck and Happy Anniversary!!!!

Having a hard time. Do you guys think that AAA or a travel agent could help? Do they have their own rooms blocked? I'm really worried w/ how the crowds will be.

I just wanted to say "Congrats"!! I feel like I could have wrote this thread.

My 9 year anniversary is coming up on December 5th!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have also been talking about what we are going to do next year, because it is big. Problem is, we will be moving and building a house next year.

We will be at WDW this year on our anniversary. This will be the first time we have spent an anniversary there since our Honeymoon. I do hope we can come back next year, if only for a day or so.

Do Disney...You love it and it will make it extra special for the both of you.
Congrats... Wishing you many, many more happy years!

Thank you!
DEFINATELY start planning now in any small time increments you can find because once you're in the throws (sp?) of moving you lose all track of time. I am usually really on top of things. I'm the girl who has vacation binder including plane confirmation numbers, car rental confirmations, hotel confirmations, directions/maps, and ADR's in hand. Once I had a car rental guy chuckle at me for my preparedness. But, with this big move and life moves my attention has been drawn elsewhere.

Thanks for all your help. Keep it coming and I'll keep you posted.

Oh, and DH doesn't think he'll like a cruise. He can't swim though I've tried to teach him and he's afraid of all that water.

 

[PolynesianPixie]

Have you considered POFQ? I wonder because it has the feel of a very private and romantic resort. It isn't "deluxe", you can't get concierge and all that, but it might have the atmosphere you are looking for. My DH went there alone 6 or 7 years ago and absolutely LOVED it! Plus, if you are concerned about cash with all you've had going on, you won't be paying deluxe prices!

 

[ForTheLoveofDisney]

Have you considered POFQ? I wonder because it has the feel of a very private and romantic resort. It isn't "deluxe", you can't get concierge and all that, but it might have the atmosphere you are looking for. My DH went there alone 6 or 7 years ago and absolutely LOVED it! Plus, if you are concerned about cash with all you've had going on, you won't be paying deluxe prices!

I did think about POFQ or Riverside. We've stayed value, deluxe and DVC. We just never got around to moderate. And you're right about the cash. We'll be traveling home for Thanksgiving (which will include kenneling the dog, gas, food and hotel stay not to mention spending money) then it's our anniversary and then Christmas. Thanks for the suggestion.