Driven crazy - and not the usual stuff

[Isildur's Bane]

Again if you are so close to a stranger (barring the hub during wishes) on either side for them to hit you with a backpack that is your own fault.

again no .. if their stupid backpack sticks into my narrow little space between the chains in a switch-back que it is their fault not mine

 

[Angel Ariel]

I don't see the 'wasting time' argument when it comes to lugging a ton of stuff around. We go at rope drop, stay til 11, drive back to the condo for a few hours as a break, go back around 2:30/3, go to dinner around 5/6 and then leave most days. And yet still (thanks to rope drop, fastpass, and child swap) ride all the rides we want to ride multiple times. There's no wasted time there. Park smarter, not harder.

People tour the parks differently. Getting to Rd with my daughter is difficult. She's just not naturally a morning person, and hasn't been since she was born. We make it to the parks generally by 930 or 10 at the latest. Leaving at 11 or 12 would be a waste of time, *for us*. We could fight her natural tendencies and wake her earlier (and do sometimes ), but a vacation full of doing that would make her and everyone else unhappy.

You do what's best for you, we'll do what's best for us we will, as always, be aware of our surroundings and keep our backpack away from hitting anyone else

 

[Mambo Junkie]

People tour the parks differently. Getting to Rd with my daughter is difficult. She's just not naturally a morning person, and hasn't been since she was born. We make it to the parks generally by 930 or 10 at the latest. Leaving at 11 or 12 would be a waste of time, *for us*. We could fight her natural tendencies and wake her earlier (and do sometimes ), but a vacation full of doing that would make her and everyone else unhappy.

You do what's best for you, we'll do what's best for us we will, as always, be aware of our surroundings and keep our backpack away from hitting anyone else

Remember, personal space = 1 overfilled backpack and 1/2.

edit to add a lol to the end of that.

 

[Angel Ariel]

Remember, personal space = 1 overfilled backpack and 1/2.

We haven't hit anyone before, and have no plans to start now

 

[Mambo Junkie]

We haven't hit anyone before, and have no plans to start now

I'm sure I have, at least once, but I always apologize.
I also totally agree about the kids sleeping in but next trip we have early ressies so I'm hoping we can do it. I may end up eating alone. (but I do so want to see the park with few people in it - just 1 more time)

 

[RedAngie]

I also have a solution that we acted upon last month. It's called Disneyland and California Adventure. Very polite people, always helpful, nobody using the handicapped restroom stall that didn't need it, lots of places around both parks to sit and take a rest, etc. Can't wait to go back there.

As others have mentioned, every one of the mentioned bad behaviors happens at DL and CA dozens of times every day. You just lucked out not to have been subject to it.

My complaint would be people who get off of an escalator, and don't walk away. They come to a dead stop, apparently not realizing everyone else on the escalator is now going to run into them.

This!! We were about 3/4 of the way down an escalator at the Contemporary, and a small group just stopped dead in their tracks at the bottom. A few people politely said "excuse me," but the group was oblivious. A big guy with a booming voice finally yelled "MOVE IT!!" and pushed right through the group.

I've seen the same situation at other places as well, not just Disney.

The worst is when people are so engrossed in their cell phone that they aren't even watching where they're going. Every single time we go, I nearly get run over by people who are texting/mde-ing/whatever while also trying to walk. It's like a game of chicken, and I always lose because I pay attention to my surroundings and have a decent sense of self awareness.

Also, elevators. Please allow the elevator to empty before you get on it.

I won't lose the game of chicken. If they're so engrossed in their cell phones they're going to walk right into a brick wall or maybe an outstretched elbow as I stand my ground.

Same for elevators. If someone tries to enter before me or DH leave, they're going to bumped into, harshly. Most people, though, see that people are trying to leave the elevator and back off when the doors open.

 

[A Mickeyfan]

there is no such rule.It is allowed. the "feature" pool is louder because more people use it.. because of the slide and other features and they also have the pool parties. but the term "quiet" pool is a misnomer. the term only means that it will be quieter than the feature pool. not that people have to be quiet, not have fun, and not use water toys.
you put a dad on vacation with his boys,, believe me, they will be playing catch in the pool.

I have stayed at resorts that had lap pools. They were for laps only. If I think of the name I will post it. They are supposed to have quiet pools where adults can go and not get hit in head by children playing. I want to say Bonnet Creek may have the lap pool, cannot remember. I understand both aspects as I have raised 3 children and now have a grandchild. I am not saying one has more of a right than another, but equal which was supposed to be the philosophy behind the quiet pools. Some msy not adhere to it

 

[A Mickeyfan]

As far as carrying backpacks when its super crowded, to avoid anyone's personal space(and especially at night for fireworks) I keep mine in front of me. If someone bangs into that, then they are in my space

 

[A Mickeyfan]

My pet peeve is when I open a door to enter or leave and a large group come through thinking I'm holding open for them. I've actually let go of the door and moved to another. ... I don't mind holding a door open, but at least let me get in or out first. I am not a door holder for you

 

[A Mickeyfan]

You'd be surprised how much it can hold! Granted, we make it a habit to take a break mid-day back at the condo, so things like camera chargers and changes of clothes aren't as vital and we can re-stock diapers/wipes/formula/baby food. We can usually fit about 6 diapers/pull-ups and wipes in the front compartment. In the main compartment we'll have snacks, formula, more diapers/pull-ups, camera, band-aids, sunscreen etc. For drinks, we usually have everyone bring a water bottle that we hold in the stroller cupholders and we refill with free water around the park. Other stuff like ponchos can go in the stroller basket. We rent a stroller and those also come with a cooler pack for other drinks or more storage.

Ohhh you cheat lol
When I did use the stroller umteen years ago, I never liked putting anything in it for fear of it getting stolen while on rides. My kids are now 29, 27 & 23. No strollers for me to cheat with. I have to haul all my things. I don't like to leave the park if not staying onsite, so I pack for the 8am to 11pm day. By nightfall my backpack may be a large Vera Bradley but it's not as heavy lol

 

[Mambo Junkie]

I have stayed at resorts that had lap pools. They were for laps only. If I think of the name I will post it. They are supposed to have quiet pools where adults can go and not get hit in head by children playing. I want to say Bonnet Creek may have the lap pool, cannot remember. I understand both aspects as I have raised 3 children and now have a grandchild. I am not saying one has more of a right than another, but equal which was supposed to be the philosophy behind the quiet pools. Some msy not adhere to it

I remember when we stayed at Beach Club they told us that the smaller pool was a quiet pool. Now whether that was a designation, I don't know. The few times I saw people there they were reading and any kids were playing quietly, but for anyone staying at Beach Club, Boardwalk or Yacht Club there's Stormalong Bay so it's unlikely families will go out of their way to go to a smaller, quiet pool.

 

[Boopuff]

My pet peeve is when I open a door to enter or leave and a large group come through thinking I'm holding open for them. I've actually let go of the door and moved to another. ... I don't mind holding a door open, but at least let me get in or out first. I am not a door holder for you

I love when that happens...not. If I end up as the unintentional door holder I loudly say "YOU"RE WELCOME" and oh boy the looks!

 

[buccikulju]

Next time, why not try a non-passive-aggressive approach such as "Hey, do you mind taking the door? I have to catch up with my party".

Actually, that is my response to everything here: If you are hurt or offended or put-out by someone's behavior, tell them in an honest, non-passive-aggressive manner. You will find that the vast majority of the time the person will apologize genuinely to you. Because we ALL make mistakes and are sometime unintentionally rude because we are so focused on our own experiences. Being rude back, rolling your eyes, mumbling something under your breath,...all that does is perpetuate the bad encounter. It is in your power to stop the bad encounter. Address your issue or let it go. (Hey haven't I heard that somewhere before...)

 

[ChloesDaddy]

Next time, why not try a non-passive-aggressive approach such as "Hey, do you mind taking the door? I have to catch up with my party".

Actually, that is my response to everything here: If you are hurt or offended or put-out by someone's behavior, tell them in an honest, non-passive-aggressive manner. You will find that the vast majority of the time the person will apologize genuinely to you. Because we ALL make mistakes and are sometime unintentionally rude because we are so focused on our own experiences. Being rude back, rolling your eyes, mumbling something under your breath,...all that does is perpetuate the bad encounter. It is in your power to stop the bad encounter. Address your issue or let it go. (Hey haven't I heard that somewhere before...)

Simply "liking" this post isn't enough for me, because it's the best one in this thread. Excellent advice and delivered in the same spirit.

 

[NavyDad]

Cool don't cry when you get whacked by my backpack no matter how crowded really if you are going to choose to be so close to another you can be touched by them moving then don't complain, yes it's crowded but this isn't a mosh pit

I am all about personal bubbles but there are obviously times at WDW where backpack swing radius exceeds what would reasonably be considered a personal bubble.

I am over 6 feet tall and about 250 pounds so I can take a pretty good hit and it doesn't really phase me. There were two incidents I witnessed on our trip last June where someone took a pretty nasty hit from a backpack.

The first was at Haunted Mansion in that area where everyone funnels in and merges to the left before boarding. There was a petite young lady making her way along the left side. Right before the choke point a woman who was probably at least 6" taller than her merged towards the young lady while also reaching behind her to frantically grab the hand of the child following close behind. When she did this her book bag (which stuck out at least 24" and was strapped pretty high on her back) swung over and smashed the young ladies head right into the wall. Everyone was pretty shocked except for the woman with the large pack who grabbed her kid and pushed her way through.

The second was inside the Sunshine Seasons food court at the Land Pavilion. In the walk way between seating areas there was just enough room for two way traffic to nearly brush by each other and there were people standing and even sitting against the half walls lining the walk way. There was a man crouching down speaking to his children who were sitting on the floor. As the traffic passed behind him he stoop up suddenly just as someone with an entire tray of food was walking behind him. His bag completely up-ended the tray and caused the food to all dump including a cup of soda that went flying and spilled all over a kid in a stroller being pushed in the opposite direction. Luckily, I believe the staff replaced the food and drinks at no cost but it was complete cluster-fuss for sure.

WDW is just a very busy and crowded place. If you look at old pictures and compare them to newer ones it is obvious that there are more strollers, scooters and (larger) bags than ever before. Combine that fact with more and more people that have a "me first" attitude in a crowded area and problems are going to happen.

 

[smidgy]

I have stayed at resorts that had lap pools. They were for laps only. If I think of the name I will post it. They are supposed to have quiet pools where adults can go and not get hit in head by children playing. I want to say Bonnet Creek may have the lap pool, cannot remember. I understand both aspects as I have raised 3 children and now have a grandchild. I am not saying one has more of a right than another, but equal which was supposed to be the philosophy behind the quiet pools. Some msy not adhere to it

I know the Swan/Dolphin has a lap pool.
the 2 of us go to disney alone all the time. so I also like it better when the "quiet" pools are quiet. but families use them also. esp if they are just taking a quick break. and kids sometimes don't play quietly. and tossing a ball back and forth is easier in a more empty pool.
so I grin and bear the dreaded: Marco! Polo! but I really dislike it when parents let their kids scream.. in any pool even the feature pool.

I was just pointing out that technically they aren't called "quiet" pools because you have to be quiet. they just are quieter than the feature pools
(I also wish kids weren't allowed in the hot tubs, but that's not happening. lol. If kids use it as a splash pool while I'm in it, and jump in and out, I will say something to them.)

 

[Hezzy04]

This is very true. My son has DAS for autism, and Merida is his favorite. Well I know I can't use it there, so as she left for the parade, I was the first in line. I sat there for an hour with DH talking to an awesome CM while my DD took the others on rides. The CM told me to do it, and with or without DAS I didn't feel guilty at all as all 4 of them joined us 5 minutes before she came back out. We were still ONE group that went up together- so we caused no additional wait for those behind us and don't care if it's perceived as rude. Now, those who do it and then push through an hour line to the front- another story. I try to use the rule, if it would annoy me, I don't do it, but I guess that would be different for everyone. So maybe we all need to have a little more patience and realize that what one considers rude, another may not- and isn't doing it just to tick everyone off.

Sorry to insert a random question here...when Merida got back to her M&G after the parade, how was the line? I was hoping to line up 15 mins before her M&G after the parade, but was wondering if that would be a super long wait....or an ok wait.

Sorry for my randomness

 

[Burnedout]

As others have mentioned, every one of the mentioned bad behaviors happens at DL and CA dozens of times every day. You just lucked out not to have been subject to it.



This!! We were about 3/4 of the way down an escalator at the Contemporary, and a small group just stopped dead in their tracks at the bottom. A few people politely said "excuse me," but the group was oblivious. A big guy with a booming voice finally yelled "MOVE IT!!" and pushed right through the group.

I've seen the same situation at other places as well, not just Disney.



I won't lose the game of chicken. If they're so engrossed in their cell phones they're going to walk right into a brick wall or maybe an outstretched elbow as I stand my ground.

Same for elevators. If someone tries to enter before me or DH leave, they're going to bumped into, harshly. Most people, though, see that people are trying to leave the elevator and back off when the doors open.

Because violence is always the best way...

 

[wdw4rfam]

Sorry to insert a random question here...when Merida got back to her M&G after the parade, how was the line? I was hoping to line up 15 mins before her M&G after the parade, but was wondering if that would be a super long wait....or an ok wait.

Sorry for my randomness

It was already quite long by the time she arrived, but 15 min before you probably would have been ok. I did hear the CM tell someone it was about a 45 min wait as we went in. I just know from in the past that if you aren't toward the front of the line, you are waiting in the sun, and I wanted to make sure we weren't, so I got there really early( plus I am not a fan of Winnie the Pooh ride- where my kids were headed- so I volunteered to wait for Merida)

 

[buccikulju]

"Simply "liking" this post isn't enough for me, because it's the best one in this thread. Excellent advice and delivered in the same spirit." From ChloesDaddy

Thank you! That made my day!