Agreed. And, I suspect a lot of people who have sworn off going will be wooed back when that day comes and Disney starts throwing out those incentives. While I'd never wish for a recession, I sure wouldn't mind seeing some of those incentives come back, I have to admit.
People that drink on vacation don’t need to drink to get through the day. According to that theory 80% of adults that visit WDW would be in your mind an alcoholic. They drink because their on vacation and alcoholic drinks taste good especially the frozen ones on a hot day.
Agree—the argument of “why do you ‘need’ a drink when you’re already in a fun place” makes no sense. Should people only ever drink alcohol when they are somewhere where they are bored or miserable? That frankly sounds like more troubling behavior than having a drink while you are at a theme park having a good time.People that drink on vacation don’t need to drink to get through the day. According to that theory 80% of adults that visit WDW would be in your mind an alcoholic. They drink because their on vacation and alcoholic drinks taste good especially the frozen ones on a hot day.
If you are one of the lucky ones that can take advantage of them that will be great. The problem this go-around is that inflation for necessities is leaving many people without any discretionary income. Savings accounts are already at a 14-year low and credit card debt is through the moon. My Summer vacations this year are paid for, but next year I predict we will be spending a lot less money on the fun stuff and a lot more money on the non-fun stuff. If there are good discounts on the fun stuff maybe it will balance out, but we shall see. I'm not optimistic.Agreed. And, I suspect a lot of people who have sworn off going will be wooed back when that day comes and Disney starts throwing out those incentives. While I'd never wish for a recession, I sure wouldn't mind seeing some of those incentives come back, I have to admit.
Not a huge drinker, but I do love a good old fashion at Polite Pig 3 times a day on vacation. You don’t have the “right” to deem places “entertaining and fun” this is how we ended up with the failure that is prohibition. There is also no need to blame alcohol on social deteriation, this is your anti alcohol bias skirt slipping out. Google search MANY peer reviewed social studies (not hard to find), “booze” is very low down the ladder on things that cause violent/unkind behavior. Falls way below poverty, lack of education, fatherless homes, and mental health issues.
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That's when they got us hooked. That first trip cost us like $1800 total for 6 days for a family of 4. That may have included airfare... I can't quite remember.
Honest point of view ...
Sorry to butt in but I'm heading to Hilton Head this August. I went last year as well with my entire family and it was one of the best vacations I had in a long time. Super relaxing and has just enough Disney theming to tide me over. Even if you're not staying at the Disney resort I think you'll have a great time if you ever decide to go.
Always appreciate an inside view / experience. Thank you. We have been eyeing it for a while. As I posted elsewhere, while having DVC is nice, going to WDW inevitably for us means buying tickets, and without an AP option - it is costing a small fortune (not that Disney Park Tickets were ever on the low side
- at least in recent years)
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I don't have the right to have an opinion???Not a huge drinker, but I do love a good old fashion at Polite Pig 3 times a day on vacation. You don’t have the “right” to deem places “entertaining and fun” this is how we ended up with the failure that is prohibition. There is also no need to blame alcohol on social deteriation, this is your anti alcohol bias skirt slipping out. Google search MANY peer reviewed social studies (not hard to find), “booze” is very low down the ladder on things that cause violent/unkind behavior. Falls way below poverty, lack of education, fatherless homes, and mental health issues.
The angst in the parks is why we cut back on visits, as we noticed a large change in crowd attitudes over 20 years. This IS NOT A DISNEY PROBLEM, nor is really that exacerbated by Coors lite. Peek your head outside, goto a crowded metro area, heck use a airport
I normally just walk away from these comments, but I have to disagree with you. There are PLENTY of studies that show that alcohol elevates violence in even moderate consumption. If you would have read my comment a few posts down you might not have jumped down my throat. In no way did I say ban alcohol, just don't overdo it. I must point out the inaccurate statement about alcohol. Just read studies on it like the one below.Not a huge drinker, but I do love a good old fashion at Polite Pig 3 times a day on vacation. You don’t have the “right” to deem places “entertaining and fun” this is how we ended up with the failure that is prohibition. There is also no need to blame alcohol on social deteriation, this is your anti alcohol bias skirt slipping out. Google search MANY peer reviewed social studies (not hard to find), “booze” is very low down the ladder on things that cause violent/unkind behavior. Falls way below poverty, lack of education, fatherless homes, and mental health issues.
The angst in the parks is why we cut back on visits, as we noticed a large change in crowd attitudes over 20 years. This IS NOT A DISNEY PROBLEM, nor is really that exacerbated by Coors lite. Peek your head outside, goto a crowded metro area, heck use a airport
Nobody needs to have an alcoholic drink in the park just like nobody needs to ride a roller coaster or meet a character. People go to WDW because they want to enjoy themselves. Someone may not understand why you want to get your picture taken with Pooh Bear or ride something that drops you over and over again just like you may not understand why someone wants to have an alcoholic drink with their meal or an ice cold beer with their pretzel in World Showcase. I generally hate fireworks and crowds (22 years Active Duty military) so I have no idea why people like to stand in a crowd for two hours in front of a castle to see a fireworks show. Different people have different ways to have fun and that's one of the great things about WDW.
Thank you for your service sir. I was not telling anyone what to do, just stating my opinion.
Go have fun and block out all the noise, it is still magical!
