Question for the WOMEN on the board ONLY!

[fla4fun]

I guess my first question would be what kind of memories does she already have of WDW and how does she really feel about going there? It may be something simple, or it may be something more complicated. If she is really adamant about not going to WDW, but not against Disney in general, maybe a DL trip or a Disney cruise would be a good alternative. Not knowing why she has the aversion to going, it's hard to offer advice on how to convince her that it's a good idea.

I will say, as other posters have also, that Disney is a place that can offer a wide variety of vacation experiences. Sometimes all it takes is staying in a different resort, or doing something different like the tours or a signature restaurant, can make very special new memories. I can't think of any two trips that were exactly alike - even if I stayed at the same resort. So if someone has a bad experience with a particular park or resort, it's easy enough to avoid that place and still enjoy WDW.

 

[cluvsdisney]

It would depend on the vacation history - when & where were the last couple of vacations? How frequently do you vacation? If they are frequent, I'd be willing to compromise. Let her pick the next vacation spot. If they are infrequent and the last trip was Disney, I'd like DH to compromise.

Or maybe plan some non-disney days. Take a side trip to the beach for 2 days, go to universal or sea world? If she doesn't really want to go to Disney, I don't think more Disney stuff is the way to convince her.

 

[danceintherain]

I feel as if I'm missing something, but I'm also having a hard time understanding the question...Why would a Disney-lover need an excuse to go back?

I've traveled other places (see current location) and I don't reject their value, but if given the choice, depending on the budget, I would more than likely choose Disney. That's just how I roll. I don't need some fancy line telling me to go there. If someone in your life is leaning more towards somewhere else, then let them go. Sometimes it's necessary to see what's out there before the need for the familiar returns.

As I said though, even for me, it would depend on the budget. When I'm in the continental US, I tend to choose Disney because it's less expensive than a lot of the places I want to go, and easier to plan for that matter, because I'm more familiar. However, I do have a fairly long bucket list of places I want to see, and I plan to see them.
The other factor is my family. We're just starting out, which means lugging a toddler (who doesn't toddle) around with us places. I would relish in the simplicity of a Disney vacation right now. Going to one place and having a near unlimited source of entertainment with maybe a jaunt over to Universal.

I know this doesn't really answer your question, but sometimes Disney fits, and sometimes it doesn't. The potential for "new" experiences is ever-present, as people evolve. For instance, the last time I went to Disney my son was 3 months old. Our next trip will be entirely different, as our last trip was entirely different than our honeymoon.
I'm willing to "risk" a Disney trip for the simple pleasure of seeing my son's face at sight of the castle, and hearing him squeal Mickey for the first time.

 

[TiggerTrigger]

I'm not certain of the angle you're looking for, but I can tell you that it always feels different each time I go. I mean sure, plenty of the rides are the same- but the way you approach things and the people you're with and the other things you're doing beyond that makes it different...often significantly different.

I've been to WDW with my parents, exboyfriends, high school friends, college friends, post college friends, DH, DH & our girls a couple of times, and one trip involving a chunk of our family...and it's always different. Even if we ride the same rides...it's different personalities and relationships involved. i.e. the underlying factor is not who you are with but what you are doing. Plus, as we get older and our girls get older, interests and perceptions change so even trips 8 months apart can bring about very different scenarios.

So ultimately, if you enjoy Disney it doesn't matter who you are with. You will make new memories each time you go that will reshape your thoughts and feelings on things.

 

[JustCallMeMommy]

We try to do a different trip each time, so we do create different memories. Mostly, we want our vacations to be a medium to spend time together doing something we all enjoy.

Disney also isn't our only vacation spot. We're going to Williamsburg and DC before our 2 Disney trips this year.

 

[sunshine girl]

Omg, hilarious!! Smolder!

I can't really answer the question because I cant imagine not wanting to return to WDW. and everyone is different. For example, if you told me we'd go and do the WDW Marathon together, I'd be thrilled! But I bet that would not be a selling point for all the ladies out there.

You have to cater the sales pitch to the audience. Good luck!

 

[dragonfly57005]

Yep, Flynn Ryder would do it for me as well!!!

 

[Poohbug]

We are going to slow down and do things on a whim. Sometimes the rushing around trying to do everything does not make a fun vacation. It's vacation! If we are tired and want to spend the day at the hotel-do it.

Actually, you just have to find something she will be excited about. It is there, somewhere on WDW property, just find it. For my DH it is golf, it's going to be something different for everyone.

 

[Princesca]

For me, two simple words will get me to go anywhere and do anything... spa day. I've heard wdw has nice spa options. Or if you're game... what about Aulani?

 

[fly girl]

I'm with the others -- I need a little more information here. I don't want to suggest something that has prior meaning.


The BIG thing to me is . . . is she ready? Is she ready to make new memories, or is WDW going to take her down memory lane and not in a good way?


If OP is fresh off a divorce and still going through the motions then it may be a little too soon. But if it has been a while and she is moving forward, then I definitely think new memories can be made.


For me, it wouldn't be "one thing" to have me return. Rather, it would be my own willingness to experience Disney in a new way. Hope that makes sense.