Need guidance from my fellow Dis'ers

[rlduvall]

I have to make a decision quick and I need some help from my fellow diser's.

I have visited WDW with my DH in 1996, 1997 and 2001; then DH and DS (then 4) in September of 2003. (surprisingly, DH was not as much fun on that trip - burn out maybe?) Then, in December of 2004 (with my DH's blessing) I went with a girlfriend and enjoyed WDW and the holiday happenings. For several weeks now, because of that darn Free Dining - which I would not get to take advantage of - I have thought about taking my DS (now 6) in December of this year. DH has no interest in going, and in some ways it would be more fun without him - if any of you women get my drift. He's not thrilled with it, but it would not cause us trouble if I go.

My dilemma: If I take my DS this year, I am only going for 4 nights - airfare is good and I found a good rate for a Value, possibly a Moderate - cost is harder to justify, though. I am slightly concerned about being the sole parent, with no break. BUT, DH said if I wait, he would go next year with us; then we could stay for a week and I could save for a better resort - maybe renting points for a villa. Also, he agreed that if he goes with us next year, I can take DS alone to the park a few times myself. He might golf, whatever. Sometimes crowds get my DH cranky. My responsible adult self says to wait - "you've been enough, do something cheaper this year" - and save up and anticipate a future trip (that will be here before you know it). My inner kid says "Go now, you only live once!!!"

Someone make my decision for me.

I have also posted this on the FamilyBoard so more people might see.

 

[kandmwedding]

It's not what you want to hear, but I'd wait. And I'd do my best to make dh a part of the planning process - have him help choose the resort, restaurants, a tour, etc. Maybe even plan for a night out just the two of you (dinner and cirque maybe). I bet if he spends some time working on the vacation he'll be more likely to actually enjoy himself there.

 

[metivier]

Ditto to what kandmwedding recommended.

 

[disnut8]

I'm with the waiting crowd. If your husband is into golf, treat him to a private golf lesson. My son and I did that for my husband one year for Father's Day. It was just my husband and the instructor and they concentrated on any of my husband's trouble spots. I was able to prepay the entire thing (including a tip) so all Rich had to do was show up and have fun. He still talks about it. That morning, my son and I went to Magic Kingdom and had some good quality mom/son time. My husband met up with us later.

There's something for everyone at Disney World - your husband just has to find his dose of pixie dust. My husband took a few trips but he's so into it now. My son was such a doubter and now he can't wait to go back with his new family. My mother-in-law is a fan now. Her pixie dust is "her" fountain at Epcot.