Childfree (by choice) Disney Lovers!

[franandaj]

Well I responded to the lovely darling for what its worth.....

As far as where we will be going on our trip....yes, we will be staying in studios as I really don't see the need to have more space. We're out and about so much and only in our room for sleeping and ummmm..........okay well its the DisBoards so....sleeping! I would rather have more time to be there than have a second room. Our friend will be checking options for availability but we are looking at split stay with some time at OKW, AKV, and BCV. We are huge WL fans but since I know we will definitely go back there again, we want to mix things up a bit.

That's very cool that you like the studios and what you do besides sleeping more power to you!

My thing about the villas is the jacuzzi tub and having experienced the tub at OKW I want a 1 br there! We were going to get a studio on our last trip, but it wasn't available and we had points so I took the 1 bedroom. OMG! It was the MOST luxurious place I have EVER stayed! I can't wait to go back and just stay in the 1 br, it is better than our house!

We actually spend a lot of time in our villas because my DP is handicapped and suffers from serious fatigue. We have a lot of time in the room because I can't necessarily spend a lot of time out of the room when she is recooperating. I can go out to take photos of our resort and stuff, but to go off to a park would be out of line. Often times, I enjoy the tub while she takes a nap, and I cook dinner too. That way we are still enjoying our vacation and relaxing (I actually enjoy cooking), so we plan a night or two for that. On the days I don't cook we just plan "nap time" and that's when I work on TRs (which is why I can do live TRs). Then we go out later that night for dinner.

 

[dgbg100106]

That's very cool that you like the studios and what you do besides sleeping more power to you!

My thing about the villas is the jacuzzi tub and having experienced the tub at OKW I want a 1 br there! We were going to get a studio on our last trip, but it wasn't available and we had points so I took the 1 bedroom. OMG! It was the MOST luxurious place I have EVER stayed! I can't wait to go back and just stay in the 1 br, it is better than our house!

We actually spend a lot of time in our villas because my DP is handicapped and suffers from serious fatigue. We have a lot of time in the room because I can't necessarily spend a lot of time out of the room when she is recooperating. I can go out to take photos of our resort and stuff, but to go off to a park would be out of line. Often times, I enjoy the tub while she takes a nap, and I cook dinner too. That way we are still enjoying our vacation and relaxing (I actually enjoy cooking), so we plan a night or two for that. On the days I don't cook we just plan "nap time" and that's when I work on TRs (which is why I can do live TRs). Then we go out later that night for dinner.

Spending quality time together is my favorite part of a vacation so I understand completely.

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[mskayjay]

That's very cool that you like the studios and what you do besides sleeping more power to you!

My thing about the villas is the jacuzzi tub and having experienced the tub at OKW I want a 1 br there! We were going to get a studio on our last trip, but it wasn't available and we had points so I took the 1 bedroom. OMG! It was the MOST luxurious place I have EVER stayed! I can't wait to go back and just stay in the 1 br, it is better than our house!

We actually spend a lot of time in our villas because my DP is handicapped and suffers from serious fatigue. We have a lot of time in the room because I can't necessarily spend a lot of time out of the room when she is recooperating. I can go out to take photos of our resort and stuff, but to go off to a park would be out of line. Often times, I enjoy the tub while she takes a nap, and I cook dinner too. That way we are still enjoying our vacation and relaxing (I actually enjoy cooking), so we plan a night or two for that. On the days I don't cook we just plan "nap time" and that's when I work on TRs (which is why I can do live TRs). Then we go out later that night for dinner.

I need to back it up a bit. I have never stayed at a DVC property before! I'm going strictly by how we feel about staying in our regular rooms at WL and AKL in the past. Its more about the resort than my actual room for me if that makes any sense. AKL has such an amazing pool and DH had to pull me away from the balcony every morning. I just loved sitting and watching the animals! lol The other comment about our "other activities" was totally tongue in cheek. Apologies....

Maybe I need to rethink this and spend part of the stay studio and try a 1 bedroom for another part and shorten up the trip? I dunno.....I was just trying to maximize time down there.

 

[HockeyKat]

That's very cool that you like the studios and what you do besides sleeping more power to you!

My thing about the villas is the jacuzzi tub and having experienced the tub at OKW I want a 1 br there! We were going to get a studio on our last trip, but it wasn't available and we had points so I took the 1 bedroom. OMG! It was the MOST luxurious place I have EVER stayed! I can't wait to go back and just stay in the 1 br, it is better than our house!

We actually spend a lot of time in our villas because my DP is handicapped and suffers from serious fatigue. We have a lot of time in the room because I can't necessarily spend a lot of time out of the room when she is recooperating. I can go out to take photos of our resort and stuff, but to go off to a park would be out of line. Often times, I enjoy the tub while she takes a nap, and I cook dinner too. That way we are still enjoying our vacation and relaxing (I actually enjoy cooking), so we plan a night or two for that. On the days I don't cook we just plan "nap time" and that's when I work on TRs (which is why I can do live TRs). Then we go out later that night for dinner.

We spend a lot of time in the room and at the resort (mostly the pool) too.

Have you thought about a 1-bedroom either standard (less points) or BW view at the BWV? That way you could wander the BW and such while your DP is napping, or if you had BW view, just hang out on the balcony and people watch.

 

[franandaj]

Spending quality time together is my favorite part of a vacation so I understand completely.

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You two really maximize your fun on your trips. I sometimes get tired reading your TRs

I need to back it up a bit. I have never stayed at a DVC property before! I'm going strictly by how we feel about staying in our regular rooms at WL and AKL in the past. Its more about the resort than my actual room for me if that makes any sense. AKL has such an amazing pool and DH had to pull me away from the balcony every morning. I just loved sitting and watching the animals! lol The other comment about our "other activities" was totally tongue in cheek. Apologies....

Maybe I need to rethink this and spend part of the stay studio and try a 1 bedroom for another part and shorten up the trip? I dunno.....I was just trying to maximize time down there.

It's all up to you, that is why DVC is so great, you can stay longer in a studio or be pampered in a 1br. One reason we bought in was for the kitchen and the jacuzzi. One word of advice, once you stay in a 1 br going back to a studio is very difficult! I just completed two add ons earlier this year so we can go more often and have the larger units!

I love AKL! You will find me out on the balcony during almost all the daylight hours. We stayed there when it first opened and not all the wings were even open yet, and several other times. I hope to get back there next May.

No apologies on any comments, you've got to enjoy your vacation!

We spend a lot of time in the room and at the resort (mostly the pool) too.

Have you thought about a 1-bedroom either standard (less points) or BW view at the BWV? That way you could wander the BW and such while your DP is napping, or if you had BW view, just hang out on the balcony and people watch.

We stayed at the BWV in 2009. She told me that we can't stay there ever again because it was 'cruel and unusual punishment' to have to pass Boardwalk Sweets and all that fudge every day on the way to Epcot.

What will really be a test will be the two days we spend at Universal in a regular hotel room. Since joining DVC we have not been in a regular hotel room on a vacation. We visited DC in April and had a kitchen in our room. It will be interesting to see how we do for a couple days roughing it!

 

[lakelandgal70]

Thank you. my finger was a bit sore from hitting the delete button so much before I got it down like I wanted it to come across. I am soo sooooo sooooooooo sick of the judging. I rarely agree with bicker! lol I was very surprised to be in that camp today!

Some of those posts on the other sided of the moon are crazy. I think people in general have lost their minds

 

[dgbg100106]

Thank you. my finger was a bit sore from hitting the delete button so much before I got it down like I wanted it to come across.

I can see it now.... bang, bang, bang, type,type, type, bang, bang, bang ........etc,....

 

[zima-cheryl]

...it was 'cruel and unusual punishment' to have to pass Boardwalk Sweets and all that fudge every day on the way to Epcot.

That is cruel & unusual punishment!

 

[KRAGGI01]

We will be doing our first kid free trip in October, any suggestions of what is a must do now that we are not pushing a stroller

 

[franandaj]

We will be doing our first kid free trip in October, any suggestions of what is a must do now that we are not pushing a stroller

Make sure you're holding your favorite adult beverage of choice as you stroll around World Showcase. We like the Patron Margaritas, but I'm going to have to try a Grey Goose Slushie on my next trip!

 

[dgbg100106]

Make sure you're holding your favorite adult beverage of choice as you stroll around World Showcase. We like the Patron Margaritas, but I'm going to have to try a Grey Goose Slushie on my next trip!

. I could not agree more.....

 

[CurlyJo224]

Had a funny situation at work.

I've been known to natter on about Disney to anyone who will listen (or can't get away fast enough ), and lately the topic has been the upcoming trip to Universal that DH and I are taking in the fall. I was discussing that and the Harry Potter stuff there with a customer when she asks, "How many kids do you have?"

I just grinned and told her, "None. Just young at heart."

 

[dgbg100106]

Had a funny situation at work.

I've been known to natter on about Disney to anyone who will listen (or can't get away fast enough ), and lately the topic has been the upcoming trip to Universal that DH and I are taking in the fall. I was discussing that and the Harry Potter stuff there with a customer when she asks, "How many kids do you have?"

I just grinned and told her, "None. Just young at heart."

You go girl

 

[franandaj]

Had a funny situation at work.

I've been known to natter on about Disney to anyone who will listen (or can't get away fast enough ), and lately the topic has been the upcoming trip to Universal that DH and I are taking in the fall. I was discussing that and the Harry Potter stuff there with a customer when she asks, "How many kids do you have?"

I just grinned and told her, "None. Just young at heart."

Priceless!

When are you going? We too are taking a trip to see HP World this Fall.

 

[CurlyJo224]

Priceless!

When are you going? We too are taking a trip to see HP World this Fall.

The week before Halloween. Avoiding the Halloween party at Universal, though. A little TOO scary for my tastes.

 

[franandaj]

The week before Halloween. Avoiding the Halloween party at Universal, though. A little TOO scary for my tastes.

We fly in Tuesday of that week and check out on Thursday to head over to Disney. We pretty much want to see HP, but if time permits we'll check out a couple other things. We were there about three years ago and weren't all that impressed. We're not into getting wet or major thrill rides.

 

[CurlyJo224]

We fly in Tuesday of that week and check out on Thursday to head over to Disney. We pretty much want to see HP, but if time permits we'll check out a couple other things. We were there about three years ago and weren't all that impressed. We're not into getting wet or major thrill rides.

We'll be there Sunday to Thursday. We're also going to SeaWorld and a few other things in Orlando. We've done WDW the last five years straight. It's time to do some other things.

DH and I like Universal. I tend to use the single rider line on thrill rides, but overall there's plenty for us both. I do plan to do quite a bit of shopping, especially in the Harry Potter area.

 

[AngieBangie]

I knew I wasn't the only one that enjoyed Disney kid free, but reading through this thread made me feel less alone

Husband and I have no children together, but he has a daughter from his first marriage. My stepdaughter is 8, and while we get along really well and love taking her to Disney, I also LOVE the trips we take just the two of us. Husband and I are visiting the week of Thanksgiving, just us.. looking forward to it!

 

[lakelandgal70]

Had a funny situation at work.

I've been known to natter on about Disney to anyone who will listen (or can't get away fast enough ), and lately the topic has been the upcoming trip to Universal that DH and I are taking in the fall. I was discussing that and the Harry Potter stuff there with a customer when she asks, "How many kids do you have?"

I just grinned and told her, "None. Just young at heart."

hahha thats great!

 

[lakelandgal70]

I knew I wasn't the only one that enjoyed Disney kid free, but reading through this thread made me feel less alone

Husband and I have no children together, but he has a daughter from his first marriage. My stepdaughter is 8, and while we get along really well and love taking her to Disney, I also LOVE the trips we take just the two of us. Husband and I are visiting the week of Thanksgiving, just us.. looking forward to it!

Welcome! November is a great time to come down to Florida. Usually the weather is little cooler and hopefully crowds won't be so bad. Are you staying on site?