Park Tickets for a 3 year old

[Disneylvr]

What would I do? I would buy a pass for my 3 year old. But that is my opinion and what you or anyone else choose to do is your business. Obviously it it possible to get children 3 and up in free.

 

[missypie]

I believe that the Six Flags parks price their tickets by height. Isn't the rationale for younger people costing less (or nothing) that they can't do everything in the park?
When we were at DLR I went ahead and paid full price for an adult ticket for my 10 year old (the cut off for a "child's" ticket is 9) but I refused to pay for her as an adult at the character buffet. I knew she would eat very little and I was right. It would have made me ill to have paid almost $30 for her to eat 4 chicken nuggets and some pudding!

 

[undertheradar]

If an activity is age controlled, why change the age? To obtain a driver's license, one has to be a certain minimum age or no license. If Disney required proof of age, imagine the added wait times at the gates, meals, etc. Why is it okay to lie about age to save money? Disney has a clear policy that if your child is 2 at the start of your stay and turns 3 during this stay, they consider the child to be 2 for the entire stay. If you are adamant enough to argue over paying for a 3 y.o., then be polite enough to begin your stay while your child is 2y.o.This way you are following Disney policy and you are not lying to anyone about your child's age. This would be a win-win for everyone.

 

[skiwee1]

Originally posted by missypie
I believe that the Six Flags parks price their tickets by height. Isn't the rationale for younger people costing less (or nothing) that they can't do everything in the park?
When we were at DLR I went ahead and paid full price for an adult ticket for my 10 year old (the cut off for a "child's" ticket is 9) but I refused to pay for her as an adult at the character buffet. I knew she would eat very little and I was right. It would have made me ill to have paid almost $30 for her to eat 4 chicken nuggets and some pudding!

Taking them to character meals are not required if you do not want to pay the money. My DD is 4 and we have been paying for character meals since she turned 3. The only thing she ate at the Crystal Palace meal was one slice of rainbow bread with peanut butter on it! So that was $15 for that one slice of bread. Since it was a character meal and it was optional then I certainly felt that paying for it was the right thing to do. After all I could certainly skip the meal and eat a hot dog if I couldn't afford to pay for my kid to eat there. I did the same for my older kids that ate like birds but were charged adult prices. We have a choice and took it. As far as doing everything in the parks then I want to be charged as a child. I only do the kiddie rides. I do not do any of the moutains at all or any other thrill ride. We live on all the
Fantasyland rides and the Haunted Mansion! So trying not pay simply because the child doesn't do everything is silly. There are adults that do not do everything either. But once again going to WDW is a choice. No one is forcing you to go and spend money. If you do chose to go then by all means pay for it. Don't steal.

 

[DianeV]

I say do whatever you want to do..if Disney was really worried about it Im sure they would have some way of checking..I have never seen them even question anyone going in with their child in a stroller. Sometimes I think other people are more worried about it then Disney themselves are!

 

[mickeyminnie]

If your child is 3 they NEED a ticket.

If you sneak them in it is the same as shoplifting. It is not getting away with something that is no big deal. It is stealing, how can anyone justify it any other way. Getting away with it doesn't make it okay, if you shoplift from any store and get away with it you have still stolen something. Just because it is Disney and it is expensive doesn't give you the right to steal it. Okay fine I guess I will just steal the watch I like after all I spent enough money there already why should I have to pay for this too. It isn't like I am not going to buy any other souviners, heck I probably will even pay for most of them, so it doesn't matter. Next time we come I will pay for all the stuff I bring home.

It isn't a moral question, it isn't a choice for you to make, it has already been made, 3 and up need a ticket, end of story.

You can't afford to buy a ticket for the 3 year old, then I guess you better save up a bit longer and delay the trip.

 

[C.Ann]

Well - I must say that I'm pretty surprised by the number of people on this thread who think there is no problem - or nothing "dishonest" - about not buying a ticket for a child who is 3 years old..

Sure - the ticket is a nice chunk of change - but how can anyone really enjoy something that was gained through deceit?

And for those who think it's okay to lie (and yes - that's what you're doing by not buying the ticket) I sure hope you never have a problem with your child telling YOU a lie because it would be pretty hypocritical to expect them to be honest if you (as an adult) can't/won't even do it yourself..

This is really sad....................

 

[inaminute]

I don't see how they would know but I hate to be dishonest

The above statement says you're aware it's wrong, but if you can live with your decision to be dishonest, then go for it. It's obvious that you know the right thing to do.

What is is that Jiminy Cricket says? Something about "always let your conscience be your guide?"

 

[robinb]

Here we go again!

I happened to buy my 3 year, 4 month old DD an Annual Pass last December. Many of the CMs looked at me like I was nuts when I would put her pass through the machine. I guess they were just not used to a child in a stroller having a pass!

BUT ... I am not the "morality police". I made the choice that was right for me and you should do whatever you feel is best for your family.

What I think is the saddest thing of all is how this thread always degenerates into name calling: "Liar", "Cheat", "Dishonest" and "Immoral" have already been thrown around. Is "Bad Parent" really far behind? I give this thread another page before it's locked.

 

[C.Ann]

Originally posted by robinb
Here we go again!


What I think is the saddest thing of all is how this thread always degenerates into name calling: "Liar", "Cheat", "Dishonest" and "Immoral" have already been thrown around. Is "Bad Parent" really far behind? I give this thread another page before it's locked.

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Is a person a liar who says their child is under three when they're not?

If a person is supposed to buy a ticket and they don't, have they cheated?

If you intentionally lie and don't buy a ticket for your child, is that being dishonest?

Is it immoral to lie, cheat, and behave in an immoral manner?
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I don't call that a thread that has degenerated - I call it a thread that speaks the truth..

But then we all know, sometimes the truth hurts...

 

[Disney Princess 6]

There are ways of expressing your opinions and thoughts - whatever they may be - without being rude and calling other people names. NO ONE is perfect.

 

[C.Ann]

Originally posted by Disney Princess 6
There are ways of expressing your opinions and thoughts - whatever they may be - without being rude and calling other people names. NO ONE is perfect.

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Statement of facts have been made - and unfortunately those facts are painful.. It isn't about name-calling or being rude.. When a person asks for approval to do something dishonest, then they need to be prepared for ALL of the answers.. Name-calling and rudeness have nothing to do with it -but those words (and crying "foul") make a great shield to hide behind if one is unable to face the reality of their situation..

Honesty is very important to some people.. Evidently it's not so important to some others and they would rather just "look the other way".. Sorry if I offended, but I call 'em like I see 'em - and there's no getting around this particular situation..

 

[The VWL Five]

Sorry folks .....I am NOT looking for your approval to do anything. You all blew this way out of proportion. I just asked what people do. All you had to do was say 'I buy them' or 'I do not'. What I decide to do (whatever it is) is MY choice and not yours. I was seeing how many people do what with their choice. I know the price and I know the rules. I didn't need my words twisted around. It was a harmless question that brought out passion in some of you. Fine. We all understand.

I think we should just put this to rest.... I started this...so I think it's best to just end it.

Good night.

 

[Disney Princess 6]

I was just saying that while total honestly is worthwhile, there is also great value in the ability to state your position without tearing down others.

 

[C.Ann]

Originally posted by Disney Princess 6
I was just saying that while total honestly is worthwhile, there is also great value in the ability to state your position without tearing down others.

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I understand what you're saying - really, I do.. But if a person tells a lie, they're a "liar" - not a sunflower.. And if a person cheats, they're being "dishonest" - not festive.. Do you see what I'm getting at? The actions equal the resulting labels - they're just AREN'T any other words to describe the actions.. They are what they are..
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And VWL Five - I'm glad you weren't looking for approval.. You asked a question and you got the answers.. Whatever you choose to do is entirely up to you.. This has - and always will be -a hot topic though..

 

[wdwobsessed]

I was going to respond to all the negative comments but ya know what ...

I don't care.



LOL

wdwo

 

[jellymoon]

Of course it is a personal decision.

Just as it is a personal decision whether or not to rob a bank.
Whether or not to commit and assault or violent crime.
Whether or not to show up for work.
Whether or not to shoplift.

It is a choice. But just because it is a choice you might make because "it is best for my family" (it would be to EVERY family's advantage not to pay for things!) does not make it right.

Taking in a 3 year or older kid--- or passing a 10 year old off as an 8 year old--- is stealing, plain and simple.

Can you get away with it? Sure. Is it thievery? Absolutely.

Have a good trip.

 

[disneyjunkie]

For those of you that do not buy a ticket for your 3 year olds, do you pay for their meals?

 

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by disneyjunkie
For those of you that do not buy a ticket for your 3 year olds, do you pay for their meals?

My guess, NO.

But that means you have to keep up the lie the whole vacation...too much stress IMHO. And that means the 3 year old and their siblings have to keep hearing the lie over and over....how very sad.

I can't believe there's yet another thread on this HOT, touchy, and moral subject again! It will certainly be locked!

Why do people ask such a moral question, and then get upset by opposite opinions? I just don't get it. There has been no name calling. But there has been opposite opinions stating why what she's asking is wrong.

This issue is not "to each his own" or "do what you want"...it's against the rules, PERIOD. It's so simple.

 

[welovedis]

What would you do if your child just turned 3 just before your trip to Disney? Buy them a ticket or just say they are under 3? How far would you stretch it out? 4 onths too long? I don't see how they would know but I hate to be dishonest.

Simple answer-no judgement here. I would definitely buy the ticket-that is the admission fee and Disney doesn't say "that's the fee if you want to pay" or "that's the price most everyone should pay except those who don't get asked". That 's the price and if it someone doesn't want to pay it, then don't go. MTCW!