FOMO

[GoinghometoWDW]

I'm glad you came up with a plan. With my DD getting older, I worry about us not going back for a time too. I do some TS, and I plan on only 1 "bonus" each trip. We like to play things by ear.

 

[soniam]

After our trip in March, DS complained that there wasn't enough swim time. DH and I both felt that we were just constantly running. So, on our next trip, I plan to have every other afternoon off to swim, shop/DTD, adult date night, or the spa. DS will mostly swim though. Also, we will be switching to a Universal hotel one day, so that morning will just be a character meal and maybe shopping at DTD. I also have cut down the TS meals to one a day or even every other day. They just seem to take a lot of time, be a lot of food, and are expensive. Rushing to them seems to be a little hectic at times. We also will only do one dessert party, but it's part of a Star Wars Weekend tour/package that we will devote the whole day to. Just remember that you need to leave something to come back to. I keep having to say that to myself every time I add something new to the spreadsheet

 

[DetroitDisney]

I feel you. This is why I now go to wdw every year, which makes it much easier to miss things.

 

[JennyDrake]

I like your way of thinking. It isn't a surprise trip, but the extras are all surprises. We have all been to WDW multiple times, but we have gone from every year visits to every couple of years now. We probably will take an even longer break after this trip because the older my kids get, the easier travel becomes and we really enjoy exploring different places. I think I'm trying to cram a whole lot of Disney into the trip knowing we might not be back for a few years.

I did cancel the wild Africa trek and ultimate thrill tours. Canceled V&A. Canceled Boma for the family and reserved Jiko for just DH and me. The kids can order room service or get CS since we are staying at AKL. We are keeping the guide for 2 days and I am not planning any RDs so the kids can relax in the mornings. Keeping the cabana at TL because that is my treat. I'm seeing some breathing room! And I don't feel any FOMO.

It sounds like you've made the changes to have a GREAT trip planned! PLEASE let us know how it goes!!! And THANK YOU for letting us be a part of it.

 

[lroger01]

Now that you have a simpler plan, I have one additional suggestion. Write up a list of things you are ok with skipping! Since you've been before, and likely will go back some day, you CAN skip some things. Having even a mental list of skipabbles will take off a lot of FOMO pressure.

Second, come up with a "signal" that non-verbally let's everyone in the group know what they want. For example, you come up on some street performers. If you enjoy watching them, do nothing. If you are ok staying or moving on cross one arm in front. If you want to move on, cross both arms. This way it's easy to scan the group and know what everyone is wanting without having to say a thing. In our group, as long as two people want to watch (no arm crossing) we stay. This trick helps keep everyone in a good mood and ensures you're spending time on the right things.

Lastly, the goal is to have a good time. If you're having a good time doing whatever you're doing, don't leave that good time to go find something else that just might possibly be a teeny bit more of a good time!

 

[Accident]

Now that you made all these changes, Don't forget you can adjust your reservation still. Maybe a lower food plan is better, maybe no food plan is better, maybe you can put that savings into a better resort and spice up the holiday that way. Maybe just save some money and do another trip sooner!

 

[Nancyg56]

I will keep the Fp and ADRs (except a V&A because we have been before and don't need to do it again), it is the extra magic that is going to exhaust us. DH isn't involved in the planning and I am doing it all as a surprise to him and the kids, but I think it's too much to even enjoy. We have the pirate cruise, private touring for two days, wild trek, thrill tour and cabana booked. I did cancel the wishes party and the wild trek and thrill tours are on the chopping block. That will free up two days for park hopping and resort time.

I see. You canceled a lot and Ithink that is a great idea. My DGD is almost 14,and was so worried I would cram everything into this trip she started having panic attacks. Not full blown anxiety attacks, but worried enough to go to her mom and tell her how worried she was. She wants pool time lots of pool time. I think that friending uo your kids and giving them time to just enjoy the vacationis the best gift you can give your family.