DH is so sweet but what would you do?

[floydfamily4]

Hi all. We (me, DH, DS4,DD4, DMIL) are going to WDW in Nov and staying at WH and buying our tickets thru UT. We are staying in a 3 bdr. townhouse. My husbands' aunt, who we love and enjoy, has decided to join us. She hangs out with my DMIL so I think it will be great for all involved. My DH says "well, since we'll have 2 babysitters, maybe we can look at staying one night on disney property so you can experience it." Isn't that sweet?? Do you hear the "but" coming? If I could only stay onsite for 1 night I would want it to be in a deluxe, preferably AKL, savannah view with the king bed. I don't have any interest in staying in a value, especially leaving a king bed at WH to stay in a value. And, after looking up the prices, there is no way I would be willing to spend $300+ for a hotel, anywhere. So, while I love that he was thinking about me...would it be selfish to recommend a nice adult dinner out and a trip to La Nouba instead? Nothing set in stone, we're just talking but I had to check the numbers and whoo. Anyhoo, your advice and opinions are appreciated.

Dawn

 

[fers31]

The dinner is a nice idea but you could also try renting points from a member to stay at Animal Kingdom Villas and possibly get it for around $100-$130 for a room that normally goes for around $450 (the villas are bigger and are more money than the regular lodge.) Just a thouoght. A nice dinner is always wonderful too.

 

[mcvixen]

Yes, it is a craaazy amount of money to spend for a night away.

but,

It's a fantastic romantic idea on DH's part - and, if your DH is like my DH, I try never never never to squash those lovely ideas on his part. Because if I do.... then he might lose his motivation to come up with those ideas.......

I guess I vote for the night away.

 

[Brian Noble]

Speaking as a husband, I'd like to remind you that "a night away" is often code for something other than simply "let's go stay in a different hotel." It's one thing to have the privacy of your own room in the same townhouse as his mother, and his aunt, and your children. It's another to be in a whole different hotel all together.

It is up to you what you do with that information, but, again as a husband, I'd encourage you to take him up on his offer...

PS: You can guarantee a king bed at the Moderates, as well...

 

[dyna]

A full size bed at a disney value resort could be fun for 1 night be a good night for lots of snuggling an other things.

You can always request a king sized bed at the value resorts also but they are not promised.

 

[blissventure]

Hi all. We (me, DH, DS4,DD4, DMIL) are going to WDW in Nov and staying at WH and buying our tickets thru UT. We are staying in a 3 bdr. townhouse. My husbands' aunt, who we love and enjoy, has decided to join us. She hangs out with my DMIL so I think it will be great for all involved. My DH says "well, since we'll have 2 babysitters, maybe we can look at staying one night on disney property so you can experience it." Isn't that sweet?? Do you hear the "but" coming? If I could only stay onsite for 1 night I would want it to be in a deluxe, preferably AKL, savannah view with the king bed. I don't have any interest in staying in a value, especially leaving a king bed at WH to stay in a value. And, after looking up the prices, there is no way I would be willing to spend $300+ for a hotel, anywhere. So, while I love that he was thinking about me...would it be selfish to recommend a nice adult dinner out and a trip to La Nouba instead? Nothing set in stone, we're just talking but I had to check the numbers and whoo. Anyhoo, your advice and opinions are appreciated.

Dawn

Did you run the numbers with the current discounts? Are you willing to be flexible on deluxe resorts, depending on the $? I'm careful with money, too....but you can see from my siggie that this year is special. There were plenty of years when we didn't take a vacation at all. (During the both kids in college years in particular. ) On the other hand, sometimes there's absolutely nothing wrong with two people who love each other having a wonderful night away. I think your husband made a great suggestion...and it would be a big mistake to not take him up on it.

 

[dougsmom98]

I would jump at the chance to let my DH be sweet. You will likely get dinner out of the deal and a night in a hotel without the kids. Go and have fun!

 

[spiceycat]

The dinner is a nice idea but you could also try renting points from a member to stay at Animal Kingdom Villas and possibly get it for around $100-$130 for a room that normally goes for around $450 (the villas are bigger and are more money than the regular lodge.) Just a thouoght. A nice dinner is always wonderful too.

I agree you can also do BLT (definitely more expensive), BCV, BWV - would do those resorts so you can walk to the parks.


blt walk to MK, ride monrail to Epcot


BCV and BWV - walk to Epcot and Studio (or ride the boat)

 

[dhdozier]

Hi all. We (me, DH, DS4,DD4, DMIL) are going to WDW in Nov and staying at WH and buying our tickets thru UT. We are staying in a 3 bdr. townhouse. My husbands' aunt, who we love and enjoy, has decided to join us. She hangs out with my DMIL so I think it will be great for all involved. My DH says "well, since we'll have 2 babysitters, maybe we can look at staying one night on disney property so you can experience it." Isn't that sweet?? Do you hear the "but" coming? If I could only stay onsite for 1 night I would want it to be in a deluxe, preferably AKL, savannah view with the king bed. I don't have any interest in staying in a value, especially leaving a king bed at WH to stay in a value. And, after looking up the prices, there is no way I would be willing to spend $300+ for a hotel, anywhere. So, while I love that he was thinking about me...would it be selfish to recommend a nice adult dinner out and a trip to La Nouba instead? Nothing set in stone, we're just talking but I had to check the numbers and whoo. Anyhoo, your advice and opinions are appreciated.

Dawn

I TOTALLY understand where you are coming from with the $$ angle but I agree with the other posters that you should take your hubby up on the romantic offer. I would like to make a suggestion for you that may be a "meet me half way" idea.
Just last weekend my hubby and I stayed at Coronado Springs Resort in Disney and the room was impressive! They have RECENTLY updated their rooms and in my opinion are borderline with becoming a deluxe (my 2 cents but many others agree ) We stayed in a king size room and let me tell you those new mattresses with pillowtop were so soft and comfy! The white duvet comforters were also so luxurious and they put like 6 pillows on the bed (these are VERY soft). They have a flatscreen TV, desk, and fridge in the room. The bathroom now has one of those curved shower curtains which is nice and there are 4 pools in this resort.There are also wooden room dividers that seperate the bathroom area from the bedroom (pocket doors). Go over to the Disney resort forum and you will find a very active thread on Coronado Springs complete with pictures of the new refurb. rooms and how beautiful the grounds are there. The bussing was also no problem (I have heard horror stories from some of the other resorts). They also have a food court with a pretty extensive selection.
I know that staying here may allow you to feel satisfied with a luxurious room and hubby to have his bride away for the night. Hope this helps

 

[sjanus]

Dawn, Go for It! It will be very healthy for your marriage...how often do you get a chance like that. Your husband really loves you!

Sandy

 

[JerseyMamaBear]

go for it! he is trying to do something romantic and loving for you and as busy as our lives get, its sad it doesent happen enough. Let him pamper you and enjoy the treat. Once you find out where you are staying, maybe work it out somehow to have choc. berries sent to the room and a nice bottle of wine or something as a thank you.

 

[DISNEYNV]

I would jump at the chance to let my DH be sweet. You will likely get dinner out of the deal and a night in a hotel without the kids. Go and have fun!

YES! If he is offering I'd be taking!!!
AKL is my all time favorite resort. Check the online travel sites for deals. Go to Boma or Jiko for dinner, walk the savanah, swim in the lagoon style pool.....have fun just the two of you

Yep, I say go for it!

 

[dhdozier]

The dinner is a nice idea but you could also try renting points from a member to stay at Animal Kingdom Villas and possibly get it for around $100-$130 for a room that normally goes for around $450 (the villas are bigger and are more money than the regular lodge.) Just a thouoght. A nice dinner is always wonderful too.

Wanted to agree with this suggestion too. I spent about an hour yesterday on the thread here at the Dis (under DVC) where folks are renting points for REALLY good deals to stay at these Deluxe Villas. Give it a look, I was shocked at how low some of the offers were.

 

[MartDM]

I guess I'm in the minority here. While DH's idea is sweet honestly, how much of the resort atmosphere/amenities are you really going to enjoy when you can't check in until 3 and have to be out by noon the next day? I love the Deluxes but I think even at the cheaper prices, it's not a better idea.

Instead of blowing all the $$ on the room, I think dinner & La Nouba is a terrific idea, followed of course by a romantic walk along the waterfront and a big yummy chocolate something or other at Ghiradelli If you need some "overnight alone time" you can enjoy each other in a much more inexpensive dark hotel room afterward

 

[jmkford4]

Memories and moments alone without the kids are priceless, and the investment in your marriage does not have a monetary value. You are a lucky woman- go have fun!