I need your opinion

[NeverlandClub23]

I'm worried about going to WDW this December with my boyfriend who's 29 and thinks it's ridiculous to spend the amount of money I'm spending to go to a "kiddie park"(I'm paying for the trip and can afford it and want to do whatever we want to do and not worry about money). We're going with my parents and brother who are great friends with my bf. I love Disney more than anything and he's never been so I'm worried we're going to get there and he's going to be like "what a waste of a vacation" How have other people taken it (especially men) when they go for the first time? My Dad was a little hesitant the first time we went but he loves Disney as much as I do (mostly because it brings back a lot of memories of when we were little). I'm hoping he loves it so I don't have to go with my family by myself from now on We're going the second week of December so it's not like he'll have to deal with massive crowds or anything like that.

 

[Rhoda]

My DH was hesitant the first time we went down with our children and my parents. He didn't really see the appeal, not to mention the expense. But now we are going back in May, and this time, it's him that was pushing me to go. We had such a magical time that he couldn't help but enjoy himself.

My advice is to plan, plan, plan, but not let him know how much planning you are doing. That way it will seem effortless to him, instead of him listening to you for months and getting aggravated. It's Disney, how can it not be a magical place? Enjoy your trip!

 

[liveforthemagic]

My DH went every year when he was little. My firs time with our kids was just two years ago. I figured we had to go since they were begging and that's what you do with grade school kids. DH told me I would love it--but I kept envisioning this huge, very crowded Six Flags sort of thing. Man. Was I wrong! Now I am so excited about going back I can hardly stop talking about it.

The other post was exactly right. Make all kinds of plans without him knowing about it, so that the magic unfolds effortlessly for him. There are tons of romantic places for just the two of you to eat and spend time (from what I hear--I need to plan a trip without DS and DD). I know you can take a cruise for several of the fireworks, make a PS at a restaurant where there are no characters, I think there are carriage rides somewhere on the property, horseback riding...etc.

Who knows, he may love it so much that he decides he wants to marry you right there in front of cindy's castle. Don't worry!

 

[NeverlandClub23]

What a great idea! I do need to shut up because I'm sure he is already sick of hearing about our trip every five minutes and we still have 10 months to go! I'll plan everything so he doesn't know how much work it is to go One can always hope for a proposal in front of Cindy's castle Maybe I should put that in the plan too

 

[eeyore0062]

The 1st time my husband went was when he was 32 years old. His idea of it being a kiddie park was quickly disspelled, especially at Epcot and Disney MGM. He still isn't a huge fan of the MK (has to leave to get a beer), but likes going there for the special events and for EMH or E ticket nights when it isn't as crowded and the lines aren't as long. He also loves the golf courses, water parks, PI, DTD, and the different resorts. That is the wonderful thing about WDW, there is something for everyone, and if he can't find it, you may have to resort to going without him next time.

 

[idofabric]

So, how much do you like this guy? Cause if he ends up NOT liking WDW can you live with that?
No, really, last summer 16 of us went down. One of the guys,24, did NOT want to go and we sorta of, well, not forced, but did not leave him a lot of choice on going. He LOVED it ! Can't wait to go back. This is a very nice, smart guy, loves motorcycles, NASCAR, and having fun. He also loved Disney Quest. And the waterparks...
Go have fun, but if he doesn't like it....

 

[experiment626mom]

My husband was alot like your boyfriend the first time I mentioned that we should go to Disney. He basically went because I wanted to. By the end of the trip he was looking at me and asking if we couldn't stay a little longer.
Now he can't wait to go back.

I agree with not telling him all the planning that is going on. (My DH still can't stand to listen to that part of it) But have him help you with little stuff. Picking restaurants or maybe where you two can spend a romantic evening.

Good luck, I hope he comes back a Disney lover!!

 

[ncbyrne]

My son-in-law is NOT a WDW fan. He went only once, but still thinks of it as a "kiddy park". My DD and her 2 DD's love WDW, so the obvious answer is for ME to go with them, since her DH won't. Fine by me!

 

[Luv2Roam]

We use to plan our vacations around DH's marathon races.
I bugged him for years to come to WDW.
Not much of a response.
One time I received a company bonus that paid for a week long WDW trip +. With that I said, "It's my $ and we are going!"
He ran his first WDW marathon. We both became addicted, and now live just a dozen miles fom the House of Mouse.

Make sure he sees Illuminations. If he likes fireworks at all -- THAT will interest him.
There is SO much to do at WDW besides parks, from dancing in PI to parasailing at the Cont.
One of the water parks even has surfing classes! There s Disney Quest too. Or cough up some real $ and treat him to the Petty Driving Experience!

So much to do here.