Help me convince my BF about Disney!

[NewsiesGoil]

Well, I just got back from my first trip as an adult to Disney and now it's all I can think about. I have me and my sister going again next year, but we would really like to bring our boyfriends this time. Hers can't wait, very enthused, etc. Mine is a jerk who thinks Disney is for kids (we're both 28). Any idea on how to change his mind (short of dumping him)?

 

[DCTooTall]

Well, I just got back from my first trip as an adult to Disney and now it's all I can think about. I have me and my sister going again next year, but we would really like to bring our boyfriends this time. Hers can't wait, very enthused, etc. Mine is a jerk who thinks Disney is for kids (we're both 28). Any idea on how to change his mind (short of dumping him)?

What kind of interests does he have? It might help if he knew how much there was to do "at Disney" beyond the rides or princess shows.

Does he enjoy drinking? Tell him about Drinking around the World showcase.

Fishing? fishing excursions. Watersports? Parasailing, Jet Skis, water gnats, etc.

There are also the clubs at Universal Citywalk (since there ain't much left a Pleasure Island....**grumble**).


If we knew more about your boytoy, we might be able to help you tailor a custom argument to entice him to come along.

 

[heart goes boOm]

my bf is turning 30 a few weeks after we go to disney world and he was so excited when i asked if we can go to disney for my birthday! he's excited for the rides and the drinking in epcot =P we're also going to universal.

 

[BrizMarc]

Any idea on how to change his mind (short of dumping him)?

Dumping him might be your only way to happiness

 

[Philleigh]

I took my BF for his first time at age 49 - he couldn't picture why it I wanted to go so badly (we have been to DL several times living within driving distance of SoCal). Well, he is now hooked. We're a bit older than you and he doesn't really drink, but loves grazing around the World Showcase (although he did drink a Grand Marnier slushie in France).

Rewind 20 yrs ago and I was married to ex-H. He was 29, I was 28. We had scrimped by while he was in school and I used my tax refund for trip to WDW. He made me convince him to go to WDW (who doesn't want a trip to WDW, esp. when someone else is paying?!) We stayed at CBR (it was brand new - rooms were $69/nt). He did have some fun despite himself, but never really got into the spirit of it. That was May, by fall he was out the door!

Not to say dump BF yet. Tailor some activities to his interests, and he should love it. But if he doesn't, then...

 

[My Grandpa]

Ok ... time to plan your strategy. First of all, sounds like you have two willing accomplices (sister and boyfriend). Second, get one of the WDW vacation planning DVDs. Then get the four of you together for an evening. Do the DVD together ... try to hit some of the great attractions (Soaring!!! is the absolute best!!!!) I'm betting your excitement (and I'm counting on your sister's boyfriend) will transfer over to your guy.

As others have said ... think a lot about what are his favorites? Food wine or beer fireworks, rides. And think about going in January!!! Rates are down you can get more World (esp resort) for your dollars. And you are just south of us on I-91 so I know how getting out of New England is a big attraction for everyone!!!

Be careful not to freak him out with too much planning (you and sis can do that on the side).

Last thought .... my partner at work - her husband hates taking trips, crowds, standing on lines. They got him to go this past January and they planned the first day around him and what would get him excited. First stop: Epcot and Soaring, then they Fast Passed for another Soaring ride a little later that morning. He was hooked.

HAVE FUN - don't dump him!!!

 

[MarylandPirate]

Well, I just got back from my first trip as an adult to Disney and now it's all I can think about. I have me and my sister going again next year, but we would really like to bring our boyfriends this time. Hers can't wait, very enthused, etc. Mine is a jerk who thinks Disney is for kids (we're both 28). Any idea on how to change his mind (short of dumping him)?

Tell him I will take you if he doesn't......guaranteed to work!

 

[saphyre]

Great restaurants, watersports, you don't need to be a kid to enjoy the great movie ride at mgm, or the world showcase at Epcot.

 

[saphyre]

And if you are staying inside Disney - no need to worry about drinking and driving - take a bus back to your resort

 

[My Grandpa]

Tell him I will take you if he doesn't......guaranteed to work!

Excellent move Maryland Pirate!!!
NewsiesGoil ... I think you've got a winner here.

 

[MarylandPirate]

Excellent move Maryland Pirate!!!
NewsiesGoil ... I think you've got a winner here.

I keed I keed, lol I am sure Ms NewsiesGoil can use her feminine charm on her young squire.

 

[acm563]

I keed I keed, lol I am sure Ms NewsiesGoil can use her feminine charm on her young squire.

What????????????? Sir Knight is backing out on the damsel in distress???? Why does that NOT surprise me??????????????
I thought you made the offer for females to ride free as long as they went with you on South West??????? (innocent) lol

 

[MarylandPirate]

What????????????? Sir Knight is backing out on the damsel in distress???? Why does that NOT surprise me??????????????
I thought you made the offer for females to ride free as long as they went with you on South West??????? (innocent) lol

Stalker! lol I am waiting for you to go to sleep so I can finally get the last word in.

 

[acm563]

Stalker! lol I am waiting for you to go to sleep so I can finally get the last word in.

Angels do not sleep.....

 

[MarylandPirate]

Angels do not sleep.....

Neither do Demons!

 

[acm563]

Neither do Demons!

Awww, see you are finally learning all about honesty. I am so proud of you.... but umm gee not a very purty picture Sir Demon, surely you can do better than that.....

 

[jeffmilw]

Remind him that there is an ESPN Zone at Boardwalk!

Also, Disney is what you make of it...

He is probably going to be the first one to repeat one of the kiddie rides!

 

[tlionheart78]

I've been looking over this thread and, speaking as a guy (despite my avatar) I think I may have some advice (keep in mind, I don't know about your BF's tastes and preferences).

Ride-wise, I went for the most intense, adrenaline pumping ones, namely the following:

Animal Kingdom: Expedition Everest
Hollywood Studios: Tower of Terror, Rock 'n Roller Coaster
Epcot: Test Track, Mission Space (Warning: More Intense version is not made for weak stomachs!), Soarin' (MUST, MUST, MUST!!!!)
Magic Kingdom: The Three Mountains

Note of advice, save the visit to the Magic Kingdom for last so he doesn't cement the idea that WDW is "just for kids".

Don't forget the extra curricular activities at Downtown Disney, ESPN Wide World of Sports, Richard Petty Driving Experience. These may perk his interest. I'd say more on the matter, like the wide variety of foods in World Showcase, or shows like Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show! but I think I'd be repeating some stuff that may have already been covered.

Good luck!

 

[DCTooTall]

As a more general thing for when you get there, I'd probably recommend going to EPCOT as your first park with him. It's probably the most Adult park at the world, and will give him a taste of Disney while not being overly kiddy it it's feel and offerings. Magic Kingdom while a great park, may have a more child-like feel for him with Fantasyland and the large numbers of animated characters featured within it.

Park wise, it'd probably be better to ease him into the Disney mindset by showing him what Disney is truly capable of in a more grown up place like EPCOT so he would be more appreciative of the Disney magic in the Magic Kingdom and able to look past the princesses and see what we all see as Disney for Adults.


(Hmmmm.... maybe also a breakfast at 1900 Park Faire before the Magic Kingdom day? Let the stepsisters drool over him and see what a Character interaction can be. )

 

[acm563]

As a more general thing for when you get there, I'd probably recommend going to EPCOT as your first park with him. It's probably the most Adult park at the world, and will give him a taste of Disney while not being overly kiddy it it's feel and offerings. Magic Kingdom while a great park, may have a more child-like feel for him with Fantasyland and the large numbers of animated characters featured within it.

Park wise, it'd probably be better to ease him into the Disney mindset by showing him what Disney is truly capable of in a more grown up place like EPCOT so he would be more appreciative of the Disney magic in the Magic Kingdom and able to look past the princesses and see what we all see as Disney for Adults.


(Hmmmm.... maybe also a breakfast at 1900 Park Faire before the Magic Kingdom day? Let the stepsisters drool over him and see what a Character interaction can be. )

Great points! I know a lot of guys who say they "hate" Disney and when you get to asking about it you find out the only park they went to was MK.... I think even for me if the ONLY park I went to was MK I would not be such a disney nut either. It takes the whole experience. Epcot would indeed be a good place to start, as well as HS. I know for my 28 year old son it is the thrill of the RRC and ToT that got him hooked. If the BF loves good food and adult beverages then the WS, if he is into thrill rides then definitely HS for the RRC. If he is more into sitting down and enjoying the show you also have Indiana Jones, and Lights, Motors, Action....(and back on the adult beverage side dont forget to grab a drink to enjoy during the shows) If you are trying to encourage someone to have a love for Disney then you find those things that you know will be fun for him and include those in first, then drag him along on the rides and experiences you want to enjoy AFTER you have him hooked