Highway in the Sky Dine Around with Wishes viewing area

[HopperFan]

Well, if I get his drinks, I WILL be a drunk lady, LOL!!!

Thanks HopperFan! You made me feel a little more comfortable about bringing him. Yes, we will pick out a special outfit for him and make it a really, nice evening! He's really excited about it.

The very best perk of staying on property but they don't list, DDBD.

Disney Designated Bus Driver

But really, am sure he will love a "Roy Roger" in that cool Trader Sam's cup so ask them to do that.

 

[cdtommie]

Mr and Mrs Beerman did this event last night, absolute slam dunk, no brainer. Only downer was some of the evil looks from people waiting in line to get on the monorail or boat (mostly for MVMCP I guess). The monorail lines were massive last night, never understand why people wait till the last moment to head off to the party (or in the case of the Contemporary, don't simply walk).

 

[mom2rtk]

Mr and Mrs Beerman did this event last night, absolute slam dunk, no brainer. Only downer was some of the evil looks from people waiting in line to get on the monorail or boat (mostly for MVMCP I guess). The monorail lines were massive last night, never understand why people wait till the last moment to head off to the party (or in the case of the Contemporary, don't simply walk).

I think evil looks are just going to happen when people are prioritized over others. That's part of what I dislike about offerings like this.

 

[HopperFan]

Mr and Mrs Beerman did this event last night, absolute slam dunk, no brainer. Only downer was some of the evil looks from people waiting in line to get on the monorail or boat (mostly for MVMCP I guess). The monorail lines were massive last night, never understand why people wait till the last moment to head off to the party (or in the case of the Contemporary, don't simply walk).

Glad to hear you enjoyed!

 

[TeresaWen]

So, I was able to snag a reservation for 2 for this event for our upcoming trip. Original plan was for me and DH to go and DS9 would go to a kids club, but DH isn't going now. My next plan was to try to reduce this to a reservation for 1 and have DS go to the kids club, but I brought the plan up to DS9 tonight and he wants to do the event instead of kids club. I let him read the descriptions and see the pictures and he thought it looked completely awesome. He's an adventurous eater and is incredibly well-behaved. He likes to get dressed up and act like a "little gentleman". (He also expressed concerns that if I went alone I would become a "drunk, lonely lady" LOL!) I know, obviously, due to the alcohol and how they have priced this event (no kids price) that having a 9-year old accompany me isn't the best value for my money, but I'm definitely doing it and am fine with spending the money so he can go (trust me, I've wasted my money on worse things at WDW!). My question, for those who've gone, though, is do you think we'll be uncomfortable doing this? I'm guessing he may be the only child at the event (and I told him so). Thoughts?

What a priceless memory this will be for you both! Do it!!!!

 

[kaytieeldr]

Well, if I get his drinks, I WILL be a drunk lady, LOL!!!

But not a drunk, lonely lady!

 

[mrp4352]

I'm not sure that it's much different from the looks that you sometimes get from standbys while you're going through the Fastpass line. Granted - I paid for the privilege in this case, but there are times when I'd love to ride Tower of Terror, but the fastpasses are gone and the green-eyed monster comes out while I watch the fastpassers go by.

I think evil looks are just going to happen when people are prioritized over others. That's part of what I dislike about offerings like this.

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

Kind of unrelated...but about the monorail stink eye. I was on an ABD at Disneyland. We were getting on the monorail to go into the park. Everyone was standing in a single file line and the CM kept saying over the microphone to fill in all available space. No one was doing it so our plaid tour guide just led us past over half the line to fill in all the space. There were some definite stink eyes in that crowd.

 

[tarak]

So, I was able to snag a reservation for 2 for this event for our upcoming trip. Original plan was for me and DH to go and DS9 would go to a kids club, but DH isn't going now. My next plan was to try to reduce this to a reservation for 1 and have DS go to the kids club, but I brought the plan up to DS9 tonight and he wants to do the event instead of kids club. I let him read the descriptions and see the pictures and he thought it looked completely awesome. He's an adventurous eater and is incredibly well-behaved. He likes to get dressed up and act like a "little gentleman". (He also expressed concerns that if I went alone I would become a "drunk, lonely lady" LOL!) I know, obviously, due to the alcohol and how they have priced this event (no kids price) that having a 9-year old accompany me isn't the best value for my money, but I'm definitely doing it and am fine with spending the money so he can go (trust me, I've wasted my money on worse things at WDW!). My question, for those who've gone, though, is do you think we'll be uncomfortable doing this? I'm guessing he may be the only child at the event (and I told him so). Thoughts?

Different experience, but I took my oldest daughter to the chef's table at Flying Fish when she was 11. She is a really adventurous eater and loved all of it. They made her some mocktails since she couldn't have the wine. I'd bet they would come up with something different and interesting for your son. I'd love to do this meal, but we're likely not going back to WDW until August next year, and that's a big maybe. So I'll just have to live vicariously through everyone here!

 

[aviva5675]

deleting my original post

 

[DisneyWishes14]

No flames please, and I dont even drink, but if I'm paying $150 each for a dinner specifically pairing with alcohol, a small group, in the evening, I would not really be expecting kids. I know there is a difference between a well behaved 11, 12, 15, etc year old and a 5 year old, but still...sorry, my opinion only.

Not flaming you, but Disney has put no age restriction on this event, so if there are families willing to pay the price (and they were lucky enough to get a reservation, like we were), you should probably expect that kids might be there. Club Villain has the same type of fixed price for both adults and children and alcohol is served there as well. There are other tours (like Wild Africa Trek) that also have a fixed price for both adults and children. If Disney wanted to make this adults-only, they could have very easily put an age restriction on it. I am bringing DS9 who is very excited to go (he is also on the reservation, so Disney knows how old he is) and am not going to cancel on the off-chance we may disappoint others there who didn't read the fine print and understand this was open to people of all ages. At Disney, if adults really want to be away from children, the only way to truly guarantee and "expect" this would be to go to JellyRoll's, Atlantic Dance Hall, Trader Sam's after 8 pm or V&A (even there you risk running into a 10 year old. Heck, you'll probably run into my DS there next year after he turns 10!).

 

[hiroMYhero]

Dropping in to post the general reminder to please follow the DIS Guidelines when posting.

Everyone is entitled to share their thoughts regarding the Dine Around event. Because there are no age restrictions for this event, posts regarding the age of participants aren't necessary. Thanks!

 

[cmph]

But not a drunk, lonely lady!

I thought of this as a date night at first, but then I was just pondering something we did in Disneyland in April. Not quite the same thing, but along the same lines - the World of Color dessert party at DCA (which is also pricey at $79pp, esp considering it's way less involved than this) doesn't have an age restriction but includes a glass or 2 of sparkling wine or cocktail in the price. Kids are still regulars there, no price difference for them despite the alcohol, and they actually plan for this and have sparkling cider as an alternative - even in light-up souvenir cups, which adults do not get. Your kiddo may be the first for this particular event, but he certainly won't be the last, and I think Disney is usually prepared for that, even if the majority of us didn't think of it that way at first. Please report back on your experience, if you will! Because now it does occur to me that at least our older child would love this.

 

[hiroMYhero]

Because the fireworks viewing location has been confirmed to take place in the public viewing area of CR and because this is a Dining event, now moving to the Dining Board so that diners can easily find the info listed in this thread.

 

[jon18uk]

But really, am sure he will love a "Roy Roger" in that cool Trader Sam's cup so ask them to do that.

I've read elsewhere they will not serve virgin drinks in the same souvenir glasses as the alcoholic ones as it makes it harder for servers to ensure people get the right drink and minors don't get alcohol.

But Trader Sams do offer other non-alcoholic cocktails, so maybe they will offer one instead?

 

[HopperFan]

I've read elsewhere they will not serve virgin drinks in the same souvenir glasses as the alcoholic ones as it makes it harder for servers to ensure people get the right drink and minors don't get alcohol.

But Trader Sams do offer other non-alcoholic cocktails, so maybe they will offer one instead?

Understand. My DS got one of their virgin drinks in cool mug. Am sure they'll come up with something.

 

[eeyoreandtink]

No flames please, and I dont even drink, but if I'm paying $150 each for a dinner specifically pairing with alcohol, a small group, in the evening, I would not really be expecting kids. I know there is a difference between a well behaved 11, 12, 15, etc year old and a 5 year old, but still...sorry, my opinion only.

Sorry, but I have a problem with this. My kid LOVES this kind of experience and is well behaved. She knows how to conduct herself in a group of adults and has since she was small. She can politely hold and adult conversation if someone is interested in speaking to her, and it wouldn't bother her if they chose not to. How does the fact that she is shorter than you, because that would be the only difference, change your experience?? I see this a LOT and just don't get it. Why does the presence of a child suddenly cheapen an experience?

 

[TwoMisfits]

Sorry, but I have a problem with this. My kid LOVES this kind of experience and is well behaved. She knows how to conduct herself in a group of adults and has since she was small. She can politely hold and adult conversation if someone is interested in speaking to her, and it wouldn't bother her if they chose not to. How does the fact that she is shorter than you, because that would be the only difference, change your experience?? I see this a LOT and just don't get it. Why does the presence of a child suddenly cheapen an experience?

I have kids, but I can see their perspective. I purposely choose some date nights where I know kids will not be. Why?
1. Because I'm looking for a break from kids. Having someone else's kids there is just a reminder that I need to worry about my kids and their safety/the babysitter.
2. Because without kids, you can more easily relax - you don't have to worry you might talk about things they aren't ready for, you might do something they shouldn't see, you might make a joke they should never be around, etc. As a parent, you are vigilant with being the best example, but sometimes, you want to just be you. And you will drink less with kids around b/c of all of the above.
3. Because kid behavior is more unpredictable. Yes, some kids are perfect, but even my "perfect" tweens/teens have attitude days or days they start pouting/attituding with mom and dad...and the mom/dad and kid paradigm is the most often where friction is seen.

So, adults wanting adult experiences is not them being awful people. Alcoholic experiences seem like the place where kids could be excluded - not saying "should"...

 

[DisneyWishes14]

I have kids, but I can see their perspective. I purposely choose some date nights where I know kids will not be. Why?
1. Because I'm looking for a break from kids. Having someone else's kids there is just a reminder that I need to worry about my kids and their safety/the babysitter.
2. Because without kids, you can more easily relax - you don't have to worry you might talk about things they aren't ready for, you might do something they shouldn't see, you might make a joke they should never be around, etc. As a parent, you are vigilant with being the best example, but sometimes, you want to just be you. And you will drink less with kids around b/c of all of the above.
3. Because kid behavior is more unpredictable. Yes, some kids are perfect, but even my "perfect" tweens/teens have attitude days or days they start pouting/attituding with mom and dad...and the mom/dad and kid paradigm is the most often where friction is seen.

So, adults wanting adult experiences is not them being awful people. Alcoholic experiences seem like the place where kids could be excluded - not saying "should"...

Yes, absolutely understand and there are places on Disney property that will accomodate an adults-only evening out. But Disney has not excluded kids from this event, so I don't think it is reasonable for people to expect this will be an adults-only experience.

I've read elsewhere they will not serve virgin drinks in the same souvenir glasses as the alcoholic ones as it makes it harder for servers to ensure people get the right drink and minors don't get alcohol.

But Trader Sams do offer other non-alcoholic cocktails, so maybe they will offer one instead?

We actually took DS9 to Trader Sam's right after it opened and they did serve his "mocktail" in a more non-descript cup. I still had to protect our Nautilus from him because he thought it looked cool and tried going in for a sip - um, yeah, NO WAY kid!

 

[HopperFan]

We actually took DS9 to Trader Sam's right after it opened and they did serve his "mocktail" in a more non-descript cup. I still had to protect our Nautilus from him because he thought it looked cool and tried going in for a sip - um, yeah, NO WAY kid!

DS got the non-alcoholic Polynesian Punch and it was served in this! He thought it was cool.