Guy who hates kids is back from Disney

[ticklemepink]

Yes, adults definitely grated me a lot on this trip. The final straw happened the day before yesterday on test track. I was waiting on the singles line and this nitwit couple were arguing with the cast member as to why they couldn't ride together! Hello, can you say singles line! Kudos to the CM for not budging and for threatening to call security. People are certifiably insane sometimes.

 

[lauralong81]

Why do parents think adults without children are supposed to compromise for someone else's kid?

As an mother of two young children, I could not agree more!!! My children are taught to be polite and patient, and wait in line like everyone else. Just b/c you are different (age, sex, race, whatever) than someone else, it does not give you a greater privilege than them. People who do this with their children (use them) are only teaching their children an extremely high sense of self-entitlement. How RUDE and inconsiderate, not only to other people but even to your own children for not teaching them well!

 

[GOOFY4DONALD]

As stated earlier, the problem isn't the kids, it's the adults. The title of this thread could have been called "Guy who hates adults is back from Disney." They're the ones pushing people, calling them names and throwing tantrums when things don't go their way. On my last trip to Disney it was an adult who cut in line in front of me at Pecos Bills and then told me I need to to to the other register in the corner. She saw it, I didn't. She should have gone to the other register. Then she had the nerve to show off (that she got her way) after she got her food.

This is so true. We spent 8 days in WDW last Dec. I did not see one child or teen be rude. (temper tantrums yes but not rude). My DD got her foot run over by a person in a scooter who then yelled at DD for being in is way (he then hit another girl in the back of the leg and said to watch it). I saw an adult women, with a Brazilian tour group, that cried and fell on the floor when her group harrassed Mickey so much they pulled him away. When Mickey returned and walked to our table (we were next) she pushed my son to the ground and stood by our table so her friends could get the shot. I even had a mom pushed her way through a character meet and greet and told me that they were leaving tomorrow so her child would be going next (don't think so). There were also many more but my point is that adults are much more obnoxious that children at WDW. To the OP I am glad you made the best of your trip. WDW isn't for everyone but it sounded like you gave it a sporting chance.

 

[vettechick99]

I still can't figure out if you are a troll or just terribly cynical.

You gave us lots of disappointments, and beefs...but what about a post regarding what you loved? Or heck even liked? Or was WDW more of a drag for you?

 

[KellyNY]

I still can't figure out if you are a troll or just terribly cynical.

You gave us lots of disappointments, and beefs...but what about a post regarding what you loved? Or heck even liked? Or was WDW more of a drag for you?

I think in this particular case it was not about like/do not like Disney, it was about survival and he surprisingly did it.

 

[vettechick99]

I think in this particular case it was not about like/do not like Disney, it was about survival and he surprisingly did it.

Unless he goes with 4 kids, inlaws and grandparents, he doesn't know surviving Disney!!

 

[glasslipper]

I think it is rude to ask to ask for the first row. It is obviously a much better experience than sitting in the back row, and those who don't know better will get shafted every time. It seems that the people who "are in the know" tend to be repeat riders. I feel sorry for that foreign family who saved for months to go to Disney and their one lifetime riding experience will be subpar because they aren't locals or don't have the time to engage in extensive Disney preplanning. Unless you have a valid health concern, I don't think it is fair to ask for special seating, but that is just my opinion.

I don't feel it's rude to politely request a specific seat, and have done so during our Christmas trip, specifically on RNR and EE, we were actually lucky enough to get front row both times we rode Soarin by chance(so your theory about those not in the know is incorrect)
I found that not many people were making special seating requests, especially not enough to really affect anyone else from getting a decent seat.

 

[KellyNY]

Unless he goes with 4 kids, inlaws and grandparents, he doesn't know surviving Disney!!

To know true meaning of that you have to be in his friend shoes

 

[glasslipper]

I think it is rude to ask to ask for the first row. It is obviously a much better experience than sitting in the back row, and those who don't know better will get shafted every time. It seems that the people who "are in the know" tend to be repeat riders. I feel sorry for that foreign family who saved for months to go to Disney and their one lifetime riding experience will be subpar because they aren't locals or don't have the time to engage in extensive Disney preplanning. Unless you have a valid health concern, I don't think it is fair to ask for special seating, but that is just my opinion.

Oh, I forgot, most everyone who travels to a place they are not familiar with encounter this problem, foreign or not and regardless of how much money they spent.There are guide books, websites, and travel agencies available to most people, so if you choose not to plan and research your vacation, then, that is your choice, not mine.I also can't see having a sub-par experience, because you sat in the 2nd seat as opposed to the front seat, but if little things like that are going to make or break your vacation, blame yourself for not making the effort to become better informed. JMO of course.

 

[pickles]

I think it is rude to ask to ask for the first row. It is obviously a much better experience than sitting in the back row, and those who don't know better will get shafted every time. It seems that the people who "are in the know" tend to be repeat riders. I feel sorry for that foreign family who saved for months to go to Disney and their one lifetime riding experience will be subpar because they aren't locals or don't have the time to engage in extensive Disney preplanning. Unless you have a valid health concern, I don't think it is fair to ask for special seating, but that is just my opinion.

This is how I view it while i am there. i did research I do know to ask. However, if during my trip I get to ride the good spot at least once I wont ask again and often if the first time I ride its the very good spot I wont ride the ride again trying to get a good seat. So, in my case..myself and my 4 crumb crunchers are doing you a favor if we get to ride the good seat at least once during our trip. you wont have to worry about us trying soarin a second time

Plus, people who have been there the first time, have no clue what they are missing and will enjoy it anyway. I know I did my first trip

 

[ticklemepink]

I tend to by cynical, but I would define myself more as a realist.

I really liked World Showcase, the Cast Members from the native lands were really great and were fun to interact with, and Animal Kingdom was beautifully designed and an amazing park to marvel at. As I said before, I wasn't too thrilled with Magic Kingdom (but I knew that would be the case going in) and the Studios were bland, aside from the Tower of Terror which was truly a work of art.

I was actually calm and relaxed during an overwhelming majority of my stay. For many of those around me, this wasn't this the case. I couldn't keep track of the number of fights and adult hissy fits that took place around me. I think the key to prevent this is to go in to your trip with reasonable expectations and be aware of the fact that there is no such thing as the happiest place on earth.

 

[glasslipper]

I tend to by cynical, but I would define myself more as a realist.
be aware of the fact that there is no such thing as the happiest place on earth.

Perhaps for you there isn't, but speaking for myself, I do think of WDW and a few other fav. destinations, as my "happiest places on earth". That doesn't necessarily mean they are totally perfect however. It is all in your state of mind, as some people are never happy with anything.

 

[KellyNY]

I tend to by cynical, but I would define myself more as a realist.

I really liked World Showcase, the Cast Members from the native lands were really great and were fun to interact with, and Animal Kingdom was beautifully designed and an amazing park to marvel at. As I said before, I wasn't too thrilled with Magic Kingdom (but I knew that would be the case going in) and the Studios were bland, aside from the Tower of Terror which was truly a work of art.

I was actually calm and relaxed during an overwhelming majority of my stay. For many of those around me, this wasn't this the case. I couldn't keep track of the number of fights and adult hissy fits that took place around me. I think the key to prevent this is to go in to your trip with reasonable expectations and be aware of the fact that there is no such thing as the happiest place on earth.

I agree that people should not expect a perfect vacation, but they should not let little things to stay in a way of their vacation. Happiest place on Earth is where you feel it is. It is different for everyone.

 

[hookedonears]

When you die, you're going to Day-Care.

 

[TStrickland01]

While you may not be able to suspend disbelief long enough to believe in a "happiest place on earth", there are those of us that can.
We might only be able to see it when making a child smile through there tears after getting sick on a ride. Or maybe completely interacting with a character to the point of silliness, and just to feel good. But that is enough, at that time. No cynicism, no jaded views, but a return to the innocence of youth if only for a few moments.
Then it is the happiest place on earth.

 

[JustinS]

Keep in mind that you can ask for any seat on any ride: you may have to wait a cycle or so, but I've never been turned down. If you want a certain number Dumbo, just ask! If you want back row on the train, just ask! If you want front seat on a coaster, just ask! Be polite and ask "May I wait for the front seat?" and you can get it.

Ahh...I Suppose that does make sense. Thank you

Yes, adults definitely grated me a lot on this trip. The final straw happened the day before yesterday on test track. I was waiting on the singles line and this nitwit couple were arguing with the cast member as to why they couldn't ride together! Hello, can you say singles line! Kudos to the CM for not budging and for threatening to call security. People are certifiably insane sometimes.

If I had a nickel for every time I've witnessed that in a singles line. You'd think somone would figure it out by how they're CONSTANTLY saying "you will be split up from your party", and the fact that its called the "single-rider line"...buuuut, I guess not! People never cease to amaze me

As stated earlier, the problem isn't the kids, it's the adults. The title of this thread could have been called "Guy who hates adults is back from Disney." They're the ones pushing people, calling them names and throwing tantrums when things don't go their way. On my last trip to Disney it was an adult who cut in line in front of me at Pecos Bills and then told me I need to to to the other register in the corner. She saw it, I didn't. She should have gone to the other register. Then she had the nerve to show off (that she got her way) after she got her food.

It really is funny to think about how much it really is the adults that cause the problems. I've seen numerous meltdowns of children(which can be expected) but they tend to not be rude. Everyone claims that these trips are for their children, but it sure doesn't seem that way

 

[JustinS]

This is so true. We spent 8 days in WDW last Dec. I did not see one child or teen be rude. (temper tantrums yes but not rude). My DD got her foot run over by a person in a scooter who then yelled at DD for being in is way (he then hit another girl in the back of the leg and said to watch it).

I've seen this many times before, in Disney and elsewhere. I don't mean to come off the wrong way in saying this (although someone will take it the wrong way and go off on me for it). This is behavior that I personally find appalling. Many act like just because they are in a scooter or disabled in some way that entitles them over others and they own the roads in the parks. There is no legitmate reason for this.

 

[dolphindan1]

Not to derail the thread, but I learned from these boards you can just ask the CM at Soarin' for "front row, center" and they will very happily put you there. You may have to wait through one extra cycle of the film, which is only about 10 minutes or so.
I've never had third row but I've been in second and now, usually, in the front and I don't remember noticing anyone's feet or the structure of building.

Yep we havent been in the bottow row in the last 6 rides...we always request B1 and have never been turned down...may have to wait for the next boarding but we always get it

 

[dolphindan1]

Many of the attractions (3d shows for example) utilize the same technology, but have different themes. For example, Honey I Shrunk the Audience, Philiharmonic, Bugs, and Muppets are all basically the same type of show. I would rather have used my precious vacation time to experience the best show in each technology/ride experience category (Philharmonic was the best in the 3d show category IMO) and use the precious time to do something else.

I have to disagree totally...Muppets and HISTA are outdated I agree....Philharmagic is perhaps the best 3-d show ever created...I also really like ITTBAB...only comparison in these shows are that they are all 3-d....

 

[dolphindan1]

GREAT TIP!!! I had no idea that you could do that. I will definitely keep that in mind on my next trip.

Tell the last CM the one that tells you which row to go to...tell them May I PLEASE have row B1...should have no issues