Disney Planning Vent

[KikiFan]

I rarely do this, but I'm so frustrated, don't know what I can do and I'm sure some here can relate.

My sisters and I have a Disney Trip scheduled for next month. It's a first of a kind sister trip, plus one of my sisters has never been - so it's a big deal for her. I'm not someone that likes to plan things to the second. I do like to plan a few basic things like not going to M.K. on the busiest day etc. My oldest sister who is basically organizing the trip has kinda screwed up the schedule. I'm not sure if it's an ego thing or she just doesn't want to listen because I'm "the baby sister"

I suggested to her that we should take MNSSHP in to consideration when we made dining reservations - since it was important to us to have a few nights at MK. On a 7 day trip there are only 3 nights the park is open to us w/o party tickets (which they didn't want to attend). I realized last week, my sister made dining reservations two of those nights at different parks. So the only night on the whole trip we can go to MK? Saturday. The busiest night at that park on our trip. When I mentioned that to her she was surprised - obviously she totally dismissed my suggestion. My one sister is dying to see Wishes and now we've only got one shot. Lets hope it doesn't rain!

There's a couple of rides we are all *really* wanting to ride. So I suggested that we set up a few fastpasses before the trip. (I'm not suggesting we book every day - just a few of the more popular rides) She practically laughed at me saying that you can't book fastpasses till you get there! I pointed out to her that yes it is possible... and then she just dismissed it saying there was no need it wasn't going to be that busy!

I know it's not going to ruin the trip and I know that it's better to get along then to be right. But I also know that a few simple steps ahead of time would make the whole trip go smoother. And I'm really frustrated that my sister isn't taking *anything* I say seriously. I talked to her and she told me I'm stressing out too much. Gah... I'm open to any advice or suggestions

 

[HM]

I rarely do this, but I'm so frustrated, don't know what I can do and I'm sure some here can relate.

My sisters and I have a Disney Trip scheduled for next month. It's a first of a kind sister trip, plus one of my sisters has never been - so it's a big deal for her. I'm not someone that likes to plan things to the second. I do like to plan a few basic things like not going to M.K. on the busiest day etc. My oldest sister who is basically organizing the trip has kinda screwed up the schedule. I'm not sure if it's an ego thing or she just doesn't want to listen because I'm "the baby sister"

I suggested to her that we should take MNSSHP in to consideration when we made dining reservations - since it was important to us to have a few nights at MK. On a 7 day trip there are only 3 nights the park is open to us w/o party tickets (which they didn't want to attend). I realized last week, my sister made dining reservations two of those nights at different parks. So the only night on the whole trip we can go to MK? Saturday. The busiest night at that park on our trip. When I mentioned that to her she was surprised - obviously she totally dismissed my suggestion. My one sister is dying to see Wishes and now we've only got one shot. Lets hope it doesn't rain!

There's a couple of rides we are all *really* wanting to ride. So I suggested that we set up a few fastpasses before the trip. (I'm not suggesting we book every day - just a few of the more popular rides) She practically laughed at me saying that you can't book fastpasses till you get there! I pointed out to her that yes it is possible... and then she just dismissed it saying there was no need it wasn't going to be that busy!

I know it's not going to ruin the trip and I know that it's better to get along then to be right. But I also know that a few simple steps ahead of time would make the whole trip go smoother. And I'm really frustrated that my sister isn't taking *anything* I say seriously. I talked to her and she told me I'm stressing out too much. Gah... I'm open to any advice or suggestions

It may very well be 'the little sister' thing. I can't tell you now often I hear that older siblings discount what younger ones suggest/say. I feel for you! I hope it works out.

Do you have access to everyone on MDE, or is only this older sister's domain?

 

[KikiFan]

It may very well be 'the little sister' thing. I can't tell you now often I hear that older siblings discount what younger ones suggest/say. I feel for you! I hope it works out.

Do you have access to everyone on MDE, or is only this older sister's domain?

I haven't tried to set that up yet - it feels a little like going behind her back. And I don't think I've got the reservation info either. (She booked the trip through her travel agent) I'm am really grateful that she's handled this stuff so I'm trying to bite my tongue ... it's just hard lol

 

[minniecarousel]

I get your frustration. We're going next month too. Since we are regular Disneylanders & haven't been to WDW in 5 years, this whole FP+ thing is new to us. Your Sis needs to come around about FP+ for your trip to be a success. It's fine to not go crazy and run your feet off, but a little planning will ensure that you get on a few prime rides!

 

[minniecarousel]

Oh, her Travel Agent can make ADR's & get FP+s!

 

[minnie mum]

Get access to the MDE account if you don't have it already. There is no reason for your sister to be the only person who can access it, if you are all paying your share. Make the FPs. Tell your sister that there's no downside. They're there if you want them. There's no penalty if you don't use them. But you know that SD FPs may not be available for the times you're likely to want them.

As for the parks she's picked to go to each day, if she's made in park ADRs, its likely too late to change them now. If there is a next time, agree ahead of time that decisions need to be joint, with input from all of you.

And not all TAs will make your FPs for you. But you could call her and ask her to do it.

 

[clutter]

Besides, you want to pick your colors for wristbands. ;-) Really, you all should have the app on your phone, so you all need the sign-in.

 

[NewRVLady]

Holey Moley- NO WAY in HECK I'd go to MK on a Sat night!!!

Be sure to go the the Food & Wine at epcot-that is my #1 event nowadays!

 

[sunshinehighway]

None of the things you are worried about really sound like that big of a deal.
If Wishesis that important and it looks like Saturday is going to be a problem, just watch it from somewhere else. There are other places besides MK to watch Wishes.
Just go with the flow or you'll end up fightingwith her and the trip will be a nightmare

 

[fhtpdw20]

If finances permit, here is a way to do and "end run" around sis's planning by scheduling this as a surprise for your sisters.


A new nighttime fireworks cruise will debut at Walt Disney World on October 4. Called Ferrytale Wishes: A Fireworks Dessert Cruise, the cruise is the perfect way to take in a breathtaking view of the Magic Kingdom Park night time spectacular fireworks from an exclusive spot on Seven Seas Lagoon with dazzling desserts and drinks.

The cruise on the double-stack ferryboat departs from the Ticket & Transportation Ferryboat Dock one hour prior to “Wishes” Nighttime Spectacular, which is offered select nights weekly. The boat's decks are laden with sweets such as “The Grand” key lime tart; pineapple upside down cake from the chefs at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort; spiced flourless chocolate cake from the pastry kitchen at Disney’s Contemporary Resort; “Main Street” Mickey Balloon Tarts; mini “fireworks” cupcakes with a pop; Cinderella’s Sugar Slipper with Orange Financier; no-sugar-added Florida mango panna cotta; and a fabulous fruit and cheese spread. You can toast the evening with specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in souvenir glow glasses.

While you sample the sweets, “Wishes” will light the sky overhead. The medley of famous Disney songs and the voices of Disney characters will be piped through the boat’s sound system. And you can bet there will be some special “magical moments” Disney style (REMEMBER: On Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very-Merry-Christmas Party nights, the fireworks display will be Happy HalloWishes or Holiday Wishes- Celebrate the Spirit of the Season, not the usual “Wishes” Nighttime Spectacular.)

Space is limited for each sailing. Price is $99 for adults, $69 ages 3 to 9, including tax and gratuity. For reservations, visit DisneyWorld.com/DINE or call 407-WDW-DINE.

 

[OhMari]

Just want to say good luck. My sisters still make fun of me, because I had plans and reservations. I thought they would want to stay somewhere nice, we stayed at The Yacht Club and I thought they would enjoy the pool. One sister went out by the lake and relaxed in a chair on the beach. She came back and we went to the quiet pool. Then one morning she wanted to go to a Food Court-so we walked to Hollywood Studios, jumped on a bus and had breakfast at All Stars Music. She told me she would have rather stayed at that resort. So those were the complaints I got. This was 4 years ago, and my sisters keep begging me to plan another trip. I told them to plan it, book the resort they want and then I will help out with the rest. Ya, the older sister, I call her the Alpha always has to be in charge.

 

[scrapquitler]

I rarely do this, but I'm so frustrated, don't know what I can do and I'm sure some here can relate.

My sisters and I have a Disney Trip scheduled for next month. It's a first of a kind sister trip, plus one of my sisters has never been - so it's a big deal for her. I'm not someone that likes to plan things to the second. I do like to plan a few basic things like not going to M.K. on the busiest day etc. My oldest sister who is basically organizing the trip has kinda screwed up the schedule. I'm not sure if it's an ego thing or she just doesn't want to listen because I'm "the baby sister"

I suggested to her that we should take MNSSHP in to consideration when we made dining reservations - since it was important to us to have a few nights at MK. On a 7 day trip there are only 3 nights the park is open to us w/o party tickets (which they didn't want to attend). I realized last week, my sister made dining reservations two of those nights at different parks. So the only night on the whole trip we can go to MK? Saturday. The busiest night at that park on our trip. When I mentioned that to her she was surprised - obviously she totally dismissed my suggestion. My one sister is dying to see Wishes and now we've only got one shot. Lets hope it doesn't rain!

There's a couple of rides we are all *really* wanting to ride. So I suggested that we set up a few fastpasses before the trip. (I'm not suggesting we book every day - just a few of the more popular rides) She practically laughed at me saying that you can't book fastpasses till you get there! I pointed out to her that yes it is possible... and then she just dismissed it saying there was no need it wasn't going to be that busy!

I know it's not going to ruin the trip and I know that it's better to get along then to be right. But I also know that a few simple steps ahead of time would make the whole trip go smoother. And I'm really frustrated that my sister isn't taking *anything* I say seriously. I talked to her and she told me I'm stressing out too much. Gah... I'm open to any advice or suggestions

Can you just set up a MDE account and make the fp + reservations? if you don't use them, not a big deal, or you can change them at the last minute, but then at least you'll have the option.

And maybe you can suggest some separate time in the park during the trip, unless your sisters are bent on sticking together every minute.

 

[leebee]

Ask her for the reservation # and MDE account information. Tell her YOU want to do some planning, that half the fun of a trip for you is doing some planning! Don't argue, don't expect her to do it- just give her those big baby-sister eyes and ask her PLEEEEEEEASE, it's half the fun, Please let me do some planning!

 

[Disneychick75]

I rarely do this, but I'm so frustrated, don't know what I can do and I'm sure some here can relate.

My sisters and I have a Disney Trip scheduled for next month. It's a first of a kind sister trip, plus one of my sisters has never been - so it's a big deal for her. I'm not someone that likes to plan things to the second. I do like to plan a few basic things like not going to M.K. on the busiest day etc. My oldest sister who is basically organizing the trip has kinda screwed up the schedule. I'm not sure if it's an ego thing or she just doesn't want to listen because I'm "the baby sister"

I suggested to her that we should take MNSSHP in to consideration when we made dining reservations - since it was important to us to have a few nights at MK. On a 7 day trip there are only 3 nights the park is open to us w/o party tickets (which they didn't want to attend). I realized last week, my sister made dining reservations two of those nights at different parks. So the only night on the whole trip we can go to MK? Saturday. The busiest night at that park on our trip. When I mentioned that to her she was surprised - obviously she totally dismissed my suggestion. My one sister is dying to see Wishes and now we've only got one shot. Lets hope it doesn't rain!

There's a couple of rides we are all *really* wanting to ride. So I suggested that we set up a few fastpasses before the trip. (I'm not suggesting we book every day - just a few of the more popular rides) She practically laughed at me saying that you can't book fastpasses till you get there! I pointed out to her that yes it is possible... and then she just dismissed it saying there was no need it wasn't going to be that busy!

I know it's not going to ruin the trip and I know that it's better to get along then to be right. But I also know that a few simple steps ahead of time would make the whole trip go smoother. And I'm really frustrated that my sister isn't taking *anything* I say seriously. I talked to her and she told me I'm stressing out too much. Gah... I'm open to any advice or suggestions

If the rides you really want to experience are popular, then book FP yourself or none of you might get to ride them. keep the other plans in place- kind of a compromise.

 

[KikiFan]

Thank you everyone for your great responses. I really appreciate it. while I'm frustrated, I'm determined not to let this become a "thing". It's not worth fighting or ruining the trip. I've downloaded the app and hopefully I'll be able to start setting up some FPs. I'm just going to trust that we'll be able to accomplish all the stuff we want to do.

I love that Ferrytale Wishes cruise! that sounds like a great time - but wow that's kinda pricey!

 

[eliza61]

I rarely do this, but I'm so frustrated, don't know what I can do and I'm sure some here can relate.

My sisters and I have a Disney Trip scheduled for next month. It's a first of a kind sister trip, plus one of my sisters has never been - so it's a big deal for her. I'm not someone that likes to plan things to the second. I do like to plan a few basic things like not going to M.K. on the busiest day etc. My oldest sister who is basically organizing the trip has kinda screwed up the schedule. I'm not sure if it's an ego thing or she just doesn't want to listen because I'm "the baby sister"

I suggested to her that we should take MNSSHP in to consideration when we made dining reservations - since it was important to us to have a few nights at MK. On a 7 day trip there are only 3 nights the park is open to us w/o party tickets (which they didn't want to attend). I realized last week, my sister made dining reservations two of those nights at different parks. So the only night on the whole trip we can go to MK? Saturday. The busiest night at that park on our trip. When I mentioned that to her she was surprised - obviously she totally dismissed my suggestion. My one sister is dying to see Wishes and now we've only got one shot. Lets hope it doesn't rain!

There's a couple of rides we are all *really* wanting to ride. So I suggested that we set up a few fastpasses before the trip. (I'm not suggesting we book every day - just a few of the more popular rides) She practically laughed at me saying that you can't book fastpasses till you get there! I pointed out to her that yes it is possible... and then she just dismissed it saying there was no need it wasn't going to be that busy!

I know it's not going to ruin the trip and I know that it's better to get along then to be right. But I also know that a few simple steps ahead of time would make the whole trip go smoother. And I'm really frustrated that my sister isn't taking *anything* I say seriously. I talked to her and she told me I'm stressing out too much. Gah... I'm open to any advice or suggestions

No you've got 6 nights to catch wishes. Look at the big picture. if you get rain, simply say "hey guys when can catch wishes on these other days but we may have to miss a reservation" Are the tickets linked to a mydisneyexperience account? can you access it? simply make the fp+ reservations. easy peasy. if you don't use them, no issue but if you get there and its busy, you;ve got them.

Hey look at it this way, if it turns out that it's a good thing you have them, you come out looking like "superwomen" tada.
Accept the accolades graciously.....

hang in there.

 

[CF'er]

Just out of curiosity... what rides are you all wanting to ride? Maybe we can help let you know the "need" for a FP+ ahead of time.