Resort Changers--The Saga Continues.....

[Lillian Gracey]

First, vent all you need to Hannah, we are here for you. Second I wouldn't cancel or change the reservation yet. Sit on it for a while, maybe DBF will come around. My DH never wanted to go to WDW due to going to Florida one year with 2 of his buddies and hateing the heat. Years passed and one day I decided to book a trip to WDW for myself and my 2DS. That evening I told DH about "our trip" Funny thing happened he decided he wanted to go too! And I never had any trouble getting him to go again. I even talked him into going to DL

Now a solo trip or one with Grandmother again sounds like a plan too. I went once for just a weekend with a friend it was short and sweet and gave me my much needed Disney fix.

You guys really are the best. I don't want to complain because most people get annoyed with it, but I needed to talk to people who share my interest and can understand what I'm going through. My boyfriend has decided he doesn't like Florida as well. He saved up all his own hard-earned money as a kid to go to Florida with his fellow scouts (not sure if it was cub or boy scouts) and they were chased out of Florida by Hurricane Charlie. The next time he went to Florida was in March and he ended up in a motorcycle crash when he was on the track (he wasn't racing. He was just riding with other people). Nothing too serious. His bike is busted and he had to have some stitches above his elbow and could barely walk for a couple of weeks, but he's all better now. So he hasn't had good experiences with Florida. I know that isn't the main reason, but I can understand why he would be hesitant on going.

He wouldn't really give me any good info to work with. I kept asking him questions so I could get some sort of info to work with for planning the trip so he doesn't have to hear me talk about it. Like, I asked him if he wanted to do a package instead of a room only so we could make payments over the next year or so. It would be easy to pay off $1300 (room and tickets) in that amount of time because it's such a small amount. I'm even willing to just do a Sunday - Friday so we won't have to pay the extra money for a Friday and Saturday night stay which will make this even cheaper. He also wants to do a day at Universal because if we are in Orlando we might as well do that, so we have to do a Saturday - Saturday. And going to Universal is going to cost extra money. We will either have to go through Mears or rent a car to get there as well as get the tickets for Universal. I don't know if he wants to do the Harry Potter World.

I just want to know what he would like to do so I can try and work things out on our vacation. How many days he wants to spend at the parks, is he looking at eating like a king (meaning will he eat a lot), does he want to do any shopping, does he want the room and tickets paid off prior to the trip, etc. I have some info like him wanting to go to Universal for a day, but that doesn't give me much to work with. I can't really get an accurate price for Mears or a car rental place this far out in advance. All I can do is try and price out how much it will cost.

I don't want to talk to him about it because I'm afraid I'm only going to agitate him. He was nice enough to listen to me yesterday, but it totally didn't go the way I wanted it to. I wasn't expecting him to get all excited about it, but I didn't expect us to argue. I know there's plenty of time before the trip to decide everything, but I would like to know if I should start putting any money into it now. I want to start paying off this trip ASAP so I won't have to worry about it later. I would have to pay roughly $78 a month for the next 14 months (since you have to pay everything off by the 45 day mark and I would have $200 already paid since that's the deposit) for it to be all paid for. That's pretty good! I'd much rather do that than pay over $100 a month because we are waiting to even decide on what we are going to do. And he won't have to pay a penny because I'm willing to pay for it all. He can just save up money for his food and souvenirs.

I hope all this stress is worth it in the end. If this trip doesn't end up happening, I'm gonna be really frustrated that I stressed out for nothing. If this doesn't go as planned, I'm so going to do this as a solo trip.

LillianGracey Hannah, I wouldn't cancel yet either. And you are ALWAYS welcome to vent. This is a safe happy place!

Thanks. I'm hoping this will turn out all right. I don't want to stress this much over this trip. I would much rather stress about resort changing or if I want to get a certain dish at a restaurant or not or what ADRs to make, etc. That stuff I can handle. This is just too much.

 

[kaffinito]

Hi Karen! Hope all is well with you. That's great that you can book one of your fav places. And what's "normal" anyway? (and do we really want to be normal??)

Just curious, what's up with FQ? Did you have a bad experience?
Janet

Hi back!

It just didn't do it for me when we stayed there. It's nice and all, but I like a lot of vegetation around (like Poly or AKL) and POFQ just isn't like that. I'd rather stay in a resort I love than in a resort I don't love, KWIM?

I think I'm going to have to cancel already. DBF and I just got into an argument about the trip and it's giving me a huge headache. If he goes once he basically won't want to go back for a while. He has the "Been there. Done that." mentality. If we go next year, we probably won't go for a honeymoon (if we get married).

I understand I can't force him to go whenever or force him to even like it. I just want him to just once experience the magic and happiness I feel when I leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow and fantasy.

Sorry. I know this isn't needed, but I really needed to vent. I'm just really upset.

Venting is good. As far as DBF goes, just make sure he understands that WDW is very important to, and that you need to go more than once a year or more than once every two years. That way even if he doesn't get the magic (like my DHDH) you can still go. You might also explain to him that you want to share your happy place with him, and hopefully then he'll go into it with a more open mind.

Is there a way to lower the price a lot? Maybe just do the value resort for the whole trip? I'm not sure if you were planning on doing that or not (CRS ) but maybe lowering the cost might help his overall attitude towards the trip.

The only resort I'm in no rush to rebook is WL. I also have no interest in POFQ/POR, OKW, SSR, YC, any of the AS, or CSR. I would love to book an Epcot resort but not yet. The kids are still too small for that. The monorail just holds too much appeal for me and I feel like if I'm paying deluxe prices I need monorail convenience. I'm my own worst enemy!

Too funny! So far I've only stayed at two I didn't love, and totally love the rest.

I'm thinking of doing that. Go October 14 - 19 so I don't have to pay the extra money to stay a Friday night and Saturday night. That's plenty of time for me and it will be cheaper. It'll only be $537 for the room instead of $785. It will be $805 all together. 5 nights/ 6 days plus a 5 day base ticket. I may upgrade to a 6 day, but it all depends on the cheapest flights I can get. I'm hoping that this trip will cost me no more than $1500 including resort, tickets, food, transportation and souvenirs. I didn't eat a ton on this last trip so I don't expect myself to eat a lot this coming trip. Though I would be tempted to eat and drink a bit if I go during the F&W Festival and I have to keep myself away from the shops. lol

That sounds cheap enough!

I just want to know what he would like to do so I can try and work things out on our vacation. How many days he wants to spend at the parks, is he looking at eating like a king (meaning will he eat a lot), does he want to do any shopping, does he want the room and tickets paid off prior to the trip, etc. I have some info like him wanting to go to Universal for a day, but that doesn't give me much to work with. I can't really get an accurate price for Mears or a car rental place this far out in advance. All I can do is try and price out how much it will cost.

I don't want to talk to him about it because I'm afraid I'm only going to agitate him. He was nice enough to listen to me yesterday, but it totally didn't go the way I wanted it to. I wasn't expecting him to get all excited about it, but I didn't expect us to argue. I know there's plenty of time before the trip to decide everything, but I would like to know if I should start putting any money into it now. I want to start paying off this trip ASAP so I won't have to worry about it later. I would have to pay roughly $78 a month for the next 14 months (since you have to pay everything off by the 45 day mark and I would have $200 already paid since that's the deposit) for it to be all paid for. That's pretty good! I'd much rather do that than pay over $100 a month because we are waiting to even decide on what we are going to do. And he won't have to pay a penny because I'm willing to pay for it all. He can just save up money for his food and souvenirs.

I hope all this stress is worth it in the end. If this trip doesn't end up happening, I'm gonna be really frustrated that I stressed out for nothing. If this doesn't go as planned, I'm so going to do this as a solo trip.

And why not go solo? That way you cam plan for the both of you, book the way you want to now, and if he goes, he goes. If he doesn't, it's the same price for two adults as it is for one adult. Also, maybe just put money away into a vacation fund, so that when he's ready to decide you can just pop the money out and viola! It's paid for.

Sometimes it takes guys a lot longer to make up their minds about something than we think it should. DHDH doesn't make a decision on anything until its too late to do it, usually.

 

[Minnie&Nana]

I think I'm going to have to cancel already. DBF and I just got into an argument about the trip and it's giving me a huge headache. If he goes once he basically won't want to go back for a while. He has the "Been there. Done that." mentality. If we go next year, we probably won't go for a honeymoon (if we get married). I don't want to wait another decade to go back. I forsee plenty of solo trips for me. I don't think I could wait so long again. I could handle going every other year, but I don't think I could handle not going for 2+ years before another trip. I understand his priorities. I understand that he can't financially do this and pay his debt, bills, pay for a new car, save up for a house. I understand that he wants us to not end up living in a crappy apartment. It's just so frustrating. This is just making me way too sad. I pray that once he goes to WDW he will understand how I feel and that he will feel the magic that WDW brings to everyone and will want to go more than just once or twice in his lifetime. I don't want to have to resort to going alone. I understand I can't force him to go whenever or force him to even like it. I just want him to just once experience the magic and happiness I feel when I leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow and fantasy.

Sorry. I know this isn't needed, but I really needed to vent. I'm just really upset.

Aw, I'm so sorry you are going through this. Vent away!! Please don't cancel let - try to hang in there and see how things unfold. It is always much more difficult when our significant other does not enjoy or get the Disney magic as we do...but there is always the hope that when DBF goes with YOU, he will see it all very differently! I'm not one for solo trips, but have had fantastic trips with friends.

 

[Minnie&Nana]

Oh and where are my manners??? Janet is my dear friend and I forgot to say,

Glad you came on over - now all the changing in your head you;ve a place to share where everyone gets it!!

:

 

[disneydreamin247]

I agree with kaffinito. My dad will remain steadfast in his decision not to join us on vacation until the last minute. He didn't decide to cruise with us until week before our sail date. We planned a whole Disney trip around him driving us there and flying home because he was adamant about not wanting to be there, but he ended up staying the entire trip. That's why this year I just planned around him coming instead of asking I even booked his airfare!

 

[Minnie&Nana]

I agree with kaffinito. My dad will remain steadfast in his decision not to join us on vacation until the last minute. He didn't decide to cruise with us until week before our sail date. We planned a whole Disney trip around him driving us there and flying home because he was adamant about not wanting to be there, but he ended up staying the entire trip. That's why this year I just planned around him coming instead of asking I even booked his airfare!

Oh no, I missed the whole discussion! I'm sorry - I wasn't ignoring you,, my brain has been out to lunch! Will go back and catch up on what I managed to miss.

 

[Janet B]

I think I'm going to have to cancel already. DBF and I just got into an argument about the trip and it's giving me a huge headache. If he goes once he basically won't want to go back for a while. He has the "Been there. Done that." mentality. If we go next year, we probably won't go for a honeymoon (if we get married). I don't want to wait another decade to go back. I forsee plenty of solo trips for me. I don't think I could wait so long again. I could handle going every other year, but I don't think I could handle not going for 2+ years before another trip. I understand his priorities. I understand that he can't financially do this and pay his debt, bills, pay for a new car, save up for a house. I understand that he wants us to not end up living in a crappy apartment. It's just so frustrating. This is just making me way too sad. I pray that once he goes to WDW he will understand how I feel and that he will feel the magic that WDW brings to everyone and will want to go more than just once or twice in his lifetime. I don't want to have to resort to going alone. I understand I can't force him to go whenever or force him to even like it. I just want him to just once experience the magic and happiness I feel when I leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow and fantasy.

I know I just started posting on the thread, so hope you don't mind me jumping in too. I saw your post this AM but work was busy, but I so wanted to reply. I understand perfectly! My DH is not a big Disney fan, he went once had a good time, but he has not returned with me (since then I've had trips with my DD, my sis and Mom and friends and had wonderful times too). Like others have said, Keep your plans … he may end up changing his mind and if not, go solo (or with your grandma or a friend, now that is so much fun too!). He needs to know it IS important to you. He just might change his mind as your trip nears, seeing you really ready to go yourself.

Oh and where are my manners??? Janet is my dear friend and I forgot to say,

Glad you came on over - now all the changing in your head you;ve a place to share where everyone gets it!!
:

Christine - thanks!! And you sure know me -- and how much I analyze, deliberate, run the numbers until I run out of time!!

Kaffinito: Thought I quoted you but guess I missed it!! I picked FQ because of the recent refurb and queen beds, but also because I had visited before and liked the charm of it. I appreciate your take on it. Wish POR would be finished!!

 

[Lillian Gracey]

Since I'm not going to multi-quote because everyone is basically saying the same thing, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! You supporting me is so wonderful! I feel so appreciated and like one of the cool gals!

If it doesn't work out that both of us can go, I will go by myself. I don't mind going solo because I can do what I want and not have to worry about anyone else. I do have a friend who wants to go with me one year, but not sure if that will happen any time soon, but one day it will happen! She went to WDW in January and taped the princesses and princes telling me happy birthday as a birthday present! It was the best present ever! <3 <3 <3 <3

We sort of talked today. I really don't like talking about it with him because it agitates him because he honestly doesn't want to hear about this trip 24/7 for the next 400+ days. He said that we can do a package and we would do just Sunday - Friday along with a day at Universal to cut down the costs. I don't want it to cut into our Disney time, but we are going to do what he wants to do for the most part. I just don't want to spend the extra money at a place where I don't want to ride half the rides. He argues that because I have recently gone and done what I've wanted to do, I don't need to do everything I need to do this coming trip because he "doesn't like" some of the thingss I want to do. While I understand that, I don't want to miss out some of my favorite rides/attraction because he doesn't want to ride them or see them. But if it means going to Disney next year, by gosh, I will do it! I bet he will end up liking some of the things he claims to not like.

I promised my mom I would take her to WDW so she can dine in Beast's Castle because Beauty and the Beast is her favorite Disney movie. While she doesn't care to go to WDW, I want to do that for her. To experience what it feels like to step into the world of Belle and her friends would be simply magical!

@Janet: You are more than welcome to comment! I don't care if you are new to the thread, I appreciate the input very much! I'm glad that I'm not the only one who has a significant other who just doesn't seem to get the magic of Disney.

 

[WDWKOOK]

Since I'm not going to multi-quote because everyone is basically saying the same thing, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! You supporting me is so wonderful! I feel so appreciated and like one of the cool gals!

If it doesn't work out that both of us can go, I will go by myself. I don't mind going solo because I can do what I want and not have to worry about anyone else. I do have a friend who wants to go with me one year, but not sure if that will happen any time soon, but one day it will happen! She went to WDW in January and taped the princesses and princes telling me happy birthday as a birthday present! It was the best present ever! <3 <3 <3 <3

We sort of talked today. I really don't like talking about it with him because it agitates him because he honestly doesn't want to hear about this trip 24/7 for the next 400+ days. He said that we can do a package and we would do just Sunday - Friday along with a day at Universal to cut down the costs. I don't want it to cut into our Disney time, but we are going to do what he wants to do for the most part. I just don't want to spend the extra money at a place where I don't want to ride half the rides. He argues that because I have recently gone and done what I've wanted to do, I don't need to do everything I need to do this coming trip because he "doesn't like" some of the thingss I want to do. While I understand that, I don't want to miss out some of my favorite rides/attraction because he doesn't want to ride them or see them. But if it means going to Disney next year, by gosh, I will do it! I bet he will end up liking some of the things he claims to not like.

I promised my mom I would take her to WDW so she can dine in Beast's Castle because Beauty and the Beast is her favorite Disney movie. While she doesn't care to go to WDW, I want to do that for her. To experience what it feels like to step into the world of Belle and her friends would be simply magical!

@Janet: You are more than welcome to comment! I don't care if you are new to the thread, I appreciate the input very much! I'm glad that I'm not the only one who has a significant other who just doesn't seem to get the magic of Disney.

I'm thinking that maybe it wouldn't be such a bad idea to plan a family trip instead of a trip just for you and Corey. Since you want to take your mom and we know Gramma would probably go back (is she your mom's mom?) I would use another family trip as your way to get back to WDW. Then, when it gets closer to the trip, you can better determine who's really interested in joining you and who's not.

I know you really want Corey to indulge you in your love for WDW, so maybe you could use the approach that there's something you indulge him in, maybe his bike riding? And, you'd love it if he could be as interested in WDW as you are in his bike riding or whatever his hobby is.

I think I hear you saying that you're disappointed that Corey doesn't indulge you by talking about the trip and wanting to plan it? I would be disappointed, too. For me, half the fun of the trip is the planning! I understand wanting to talk about it and it can be a real mood lifter to plan trips and talk about resorts, etc... Since Corey doesn't have a frame of reference for talking about WDW since he's not really experienced it, I think he's emotionally detached from the subject. He's also very pragmatic (a good thing) and is thinking about other potential uses for the money.

I think that Corey is overwhelmed with the details and doesn't "appreciate" them the way that we all do. I'm going to suggest that maybe you use your Mom, Gramma or friend (or us - anytime you want) to discuss all the details and planning with. Plan your trip the way you want/can plan your trip and don't worry about what Corey wants to do. Corey doesn't know what he wants to do. Just plan it in a way that if he ends up going, great! If for some reason he doesn't go, that's all right, too. Mom or Gramma or maybe a friend can take his place.

I know you want him to love WDW, too and maybe someday he will after he's been there with you. Until then, since you're not yet married, I would plan the trip for yourself and maybe a family member. You could also maybe mention some activities that he might enjoy like fishing, boating, Richard Petty, LMA! archery... Maybe he's an outdoorsy guy and would love to stay at FTW?

I hope I haven't made matters worse. I just want you to be a happy planner again, like before you went on your trip with Gramma.

 

[sjs314]

Since I'm not going to multi-quote because everyone is basically saying the same thing, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! You supporting me is so wonderful! I feel so appreciated and like one of the cool gals!

If it doesn't work out that both of us can go, I will go by myself. I don't mind going solo because I can do what I want and not have to worry about anyone else. I do have a friend who wants to go with me one year, but not sure if that will happen any time soon, but one day it will happen! She went to WDW in January and taped the princesses and princes telling me happy birthday as a birthday present! It was the best present ever! <3 <3 <3 <3

We sort of talked today. I really don't like talking about it with him because it agitates him because he honestly doesn't want to hear about this trip 24/7 for the next 400+ days. He said that we can do a package and we would do just Sunday - Friday along with a day at Universal to cut down the costs. I don't want it to cut into our Disney time, but we are going to do what he wants to do for the most part. I just don't want to spend the extra money at a place where I don't want to ride half the rides. He argues that because I have recently gone and done what I've wanted to do, I don't need to do everything I need to do this coming trip because he "doesn't like" some of the thingss I want to do. While I understand that, I don't want to miss out some of my favorite rides/attraction because he doesn't want to ride them or see them. But if it means going to Disney next year, by gosh, I will do it! I bet he will end up liking some of the things he claims to not like.

I promised my mom I would take her to WDW so she can dine in Beast's Castle because Beauty and the Beast is her favorite Disney movie. While she doesn't care to go to WDW, I want to do that for her. To experience what it feels like to step into the world of Belle and her friends would be simply magical!

@Janet: You are more than welcome to comment! I don't care if you are new to the thread, I appreciate the input very much! I'm glad that I'm not the only one who has a significant other who just doesn't seem to get the magic of Disney.

Hannah - I think WDWKOOK is right, a family trip would be perfect. Even a Mom and Me trip, an All Girls Trip (You , Mom, and Grandma)

I am also betting that most of us here on The DIS come to talk about Disney because we all have someone be it a BF, DH, or some other person who get tired of our constant talking about Disney and our trip plans. I know my DH does, I usually wait for the last posible moment to bring something up cause I am waiting for the best timing to do so

As for that Sunday thru Friday trip, only problem there is flying on Sundays is more expensive than any other day of the week , your best days as Tues and Wed.(just a thought)

I do think though if traveling with someone who is going to worry about every penny spent, it is far better to go into the trip with a pre-paid inclusive package, that you paid off over several months, like you mentioned in another post about having 14 months to pay the trip off. Paying OOP even just for food once at Disney can get stressful.

I would seriously think about that Mom and Me trip it is something I wish I had done while my mom was still alive.

 

[disneygal58]

I just read the first and last page and would like to jump in and "join" the discussion. I am a confirmed Disney-holic as most of you will understand. I held APs as a Colorado resident and planned trips every 11 months when my daughters were younger. We even moved to Florida - not specifically for the proximity to Disney - and were able to go at least monthly. We belonged to DVC, sailed with DCL six times. We returned to Colorado six years ago, both daughters have graduated from college, I remarried almost three years ago (Disney virgin) and have only been back once. After much discussion and cajoling I have convinced my husband (who admits that he is truly just a 7 year old boy at heart) to experience Disney with me this October. And my now grown daughters will be joining us for a portion of the time. I am ecstatic! I have countdowns in place, the planning PJ party is scheduled complete with trivia questions and prizes. Still, I do have to tone down my umm, enthusiastic "obsession" and not watch the planning DVD as often as I would like to (at least not in his presence). So, dear disboard friend - plan joyfully, share your details here and do not give up your passion for all things Disney. Go with or without your boyfriend. I have travelled with the entourage and alone - each trip offers something different and exciting. Revel in your excitement!

Dawn

 

[Lillian Gracey]

I'm thinking that maybe it wouldn't be such a bad idea to plan a family trip instead of a trip just for you and Corey. Since you want to take your mom and we know Gramma would probably go back (is she your mom's mom?) I would use another family trip as your way to get back to WDW. Then, when it gets closer to the trip, you can better determine who's really interested in joining you and who's not.

I know you really want Corey to indulge you in your love for WDW, so maybe you could use the approach that there's something you indulge him in, maybe his bike riding? And, you'd love it if he could be as interested in WDW as you are in his bike riding or whatever his hobby is.

I think I hear you saying that you're disappointed that Corey doesn't indulge you by talking about the trip and wanting to plan it? I would be disappointed, too. For me, half the fun of the trip is the planning! I understand wanting to talk about it and it can be a real mood lifter to plan trips and talk about resorts, etc... Since Corey doesn't have a frame of reference for talking about WDW since he's not really experienced it, I think he's emotionally detached from the subject. He's also very pragmatic (a good thing) and is thinking about other potential uses for the money.

I think that Corey is overwhelmed with the details and doesn't "appreciate" them the way that we all do. I'm going to suggest that maybe you use your Mom, Gramma or friend (or us - anytime you want) to discuss all the details and planning with. Plan your trip the way you want/can plan your trip and don't worry about what Corey wants to do. Corey doesn't know what he wants to do. Just plan it in a way that if he ends up going, great! If for some reason he doesn't go, that's all right, too. Mom or Gramma or maybe a friend can take his place.

I know you want him to love WDW, too and maybe someday he will after he's been there with you. Until then, since you're not yet married, I would plan the trip for yourself and maybe a family member. You could also maybe mention some activities that he might enjoy like fishing, boating, Richard Petty, LMA! archery... Maybe he's an outdoorsy guy and would love to stay at FTW?

I hope I haven't made matters worse. I just want you to be a happy planner again, like before you went on your trip with Gramma.

Nope. You haven't made matters worse. I cam here to vent and get advice and I am getting wonderful advice! I'm going to go ahead and start paying off the trip over time and keep everything the way it is and see who is willing to go and who is not. I can always just change the second person on my reservation as it won't cost me any money. The only problem I see with my mom going is her trying to get the days off because she wants to do a family cruise next summer and I don't think she'd be able to do both. I already asked if we could do a Disney Cruise, but unfortunately she said no.

I will see if my gramma would like to go again (she's my dad's mom). I know my nana (my mom's mom) would have wanted to go, but she doesn't like being away from papa for a long period of time and she has to give him his shots every day, plus I'm not sure if she could handle WDW. I don't think she has ever been there and while she's in great health, I don't think she can do it like gramma can.

I could always turn this into a solo trip like everyone else suggested, but I'm going to sit it out 'til the end of the year and see what happens then. I do have over 400 days 'til this trip so I shouldn't be stressing, but Corey is definitely putting a damper on it already. I just want us to have a good time and get excited to do something special together. He really doesn't appreciate all the little details that go into this trip so I'm going to have to get excited with my dog. She understands. And of course you guys. You can help me plan a wonderful trip!

I actually kind of already indulge into his bike riding hobby. Last year I spent a weekend at a race track so he could ride. I bought him a track day for his birthday, which he loved, and ended up being able to ride a second day. He lost his job not long after we started dating so he didn't have a lot of money and couldn't do any track days, but I spent the money to buy him one. I also snuck into his account to use his credits (He's apart of this group that he does track days with and you can buy credits and get credits through contests and stuff like that. Plus, his password and account names are basically the same for everything so it wasn't hard to figure out. ) so I saved myself $50. It's expensive, but it was totally worth hearing him on the phone asking, "Hannah, What did you buy me for my birthday?" when he checked his email and saw I bought him a track day. I couldn't surprise him on his actual birthday because he had a different password for his email so I couldn't forward them to my email and delete them on his, but I was so happy to hear him get excited. I plan on doing the same this year if his bike gets fixed because he loves to ride. I love riding with him and I know how much riding means to him. I went to the motorcycle show last year and he got me a leather jacket and even for Christmas two years ago he got me a helmet and gloves. I even go to some of the events that his bike buddies put together, like this ice cream thing we went on last year. We rode our bikes to this ice cream parlor and ate ice cream together.

I know sometimes I even get annoyed with him talking about the bike and stuff like that, but it just feels like he doesn't want to listen to me at all. I know I talk a lot about it and talked a lot about my past trip before it even happened, but it just doesn't seem to go through his head that it means so much to me. I know I can get annoying and go on tangents, but he can at least humor me and just go, "uh huh" "yeah" "sounds good" or something so I can just talk. He doesn't have to really pay attention, as much as I would love for him to, but there are some things I get so excited about that I just need to talk about. Like, if I get a PIN, I'm going to want to tell him, but I know he's not going to want to hear it.

I was going to mention Ft. Wilderness and camp because he loves camping (He was a boy scout after all. ), but he said he didn't want to camp at WDW. I don't remember how the conversation went, but he said he would not want to camp there before I even asked. I wouldn't have minded as long as it lets me go to WDW, but I think he's set on staying at a Value.

So, I'm just going to try and keep to myself about the trip (Mom doesn't like hearing about the trip either), except for talking to my wonderful friends here who know how to always brighten my day. You have more experience than I do and I know I can get some great suggestions that I never would have thought of! I will definitely plan on doing what I want to do, but keep in mind some of the things Corey wants to do just in case he decides to really come. I know he wants to see Lights! Motors! Action! at MGM, so I'm going to keep that in mind.

Hannah - I think WDWKOOK is right, a family trip would be perfect. Even a Mom and Me trip, an All Girls Trip (You , Mom, and Grandma)

I am also betting that most of us here on The DIS come to talk about Disney because we all have someone be it a BF, DH, or some other person who get tired of our constant talking about Disney and our trip plans. I know my DH does, I usually wait for the last posible moment to bring something up cause I am waiting for the best timing to do so

As for that Sunday thru Friday trip, only problem there is flying on Sundays is more expensive than any other day of the week , your best days as Tues and Wed.(just a thought)

I do think though if traveling with someone who is going to worry about every penny spent, it is far better to go into the trip with a pre-paid inclusive package, that you paid off over several months, like you mentioned in another post about having 14 months to pay the trip off. Paying OOP even just for food once at Disney can get stressful.

I would seriously think about that Mom and Me trip it is something I wish I had done while my mom was still alive.

I am going to keep my reservation as is and change it if I need to depending on flights. I want this to be cheap and if I have to move my trip forward or back a day or two because of it, then so be it. As long as I can get there.

I plan on paying off my trip every month from now until the 45 day mark and if I need to, I will make changes like changing the second person on my reservation or attaching a PIN that I might get, etc. I really don't want to do the DDP because I know it will be a waste of money. I hardly ate at WDW, except for the nice CG dinner. We usually grabbed a little something from a cheap place like, Cosmo Rays or Restaurantasaurus, etc. And I know that it will probably be the same the next time. It will be different for DBF because he will probably want to eat a lot. But we shall see. I may have to add it if it's going to benefit him, but I don't see it benefiting myself.

I am definitely considering a Mom and Me trip. While she doesn't find WDW exciting like I do, she probably won't want to go, but like I said in a previous post, I want her to experience Belle's area in Fantasyland because BatB is her favorite Disney movie. I want her to dine in Beast's Castle. I told her about that the second I hear about it. I would hope she would consider it, but because she wants to go on a cruise next summer, it may not be possible. Unfortunately, it won't be a Disney cruise. She has been to WDW three times! Once for her honeymoon, once when my brother and I were tiny tots (I'm thinking 1992, but I could be wrong) and once with the whole family. I found a picture of her with Robin Hood (JEALOUS!!!) and some pictures from Epcot, like the Fab 5. Minnie was in this beautiful kimono. I wish I went to WDW in the 90's. I loved Darkwing Duck, Tale Spin, Duck Tales, Gummi Bears, etc. as a kid and would have loved seeing those characters!

 

[sjs314]

I agree the plan to keep the reservation and just pay on it is a good plan. Like you said you can modify who is going or not going.

I want to eat in the Beasts castle and I also want to stay in the royal rooms, I was priceing them out and may just make a ressie for them soon, and spring it on DH after we get back from this Octobers trip

 

[Lillian Gracey]

I agree the plan to keep the reservation and just pay on it is a good plan. Like you said you can modify who is going or not going.

I want to eat in the Beasts castle and I also want to stay in the royal rooms, I was priceing them out and may just make a ressie for them soon, and spring it on DH after we get back from this Octobers trip

I would much rather start paying it off and keeping the monthly payments at a low price (roughly $80 per month is great) rather than paying $100+ per month because I waited too long to decide to for sure go. I can always cancel before the 45 day mark and get a full refund if I need to. So, I'm not too worried about it.

Do it! Book it now and tell him when you guys get back.

 

[Minnie&Nana]

Hannah, I can really empathize not having someone close to share your WDW trip excitement. About a hundred years ago when my adult kids were little kids they even told me they thought it was funny (that) I talked so much about our twice yearly trips ( in summer, a wk at Poly or CR, then a long winter weekend at the other resort ). Then they told me they were "Mickey'd out" so I took everyone else's kids for years...but darn, they grew up too!!! I had a great friend and we went a few times, loved the planning and would talk about it all non-stop...BUT...can you believe she got tired of Disney trips too?!

So now I come here and share in everyone else's excitement and planning, look forward to when my DGD is old enough to go (she will be 3 in September, but would be overwhelmed right now).

I think it is great you are going to go ahead and pay on your trip, then adjust as needed in time. I can't wait to hear all your plans as your trip unfolds! I'm going to keep fingers and toes crossed that your DBF does come around, but if not we will be here very happy and excited to share in the planning.

I've been getting so excited all of our RCer's trips and about my friend Janet's August plans with her DD and DD's friend, that I've started to bug her about a long weekend in early Dec or even mid Jan 2012.

Shock of all shocks..even said if WL does get a refurb we could book a std to save some $ ..if it is Dec the WL is beautiful anyway and we could request a high floor and maybe get lucky with a fireworks view.

I still think Disney should sell rooms with truly bad views for less. Of course, usually I'd never book a std at WL, AKl or BC/YC as those views are awful.

Sorry...babbling..

Hope everyone had a great weekend and the week is good so far!

 

[Minnie&Nana]

This is interesting...I read in a few sources that the only standard rooms at AoA would be in the LM section, but today read the following...no mention of LM std rooms, only FN...from the drawings I've seen I could not spend a single night, not even for fun, in one of those rooms. Maybe both LM and FN will have std rooms? Fingers crossed!

Art of Animation suites now available for booking
With the announcement of 2012 rates, new room inventory also opened up. Disney's Art of Animation Resort will begin operating next year. While the actual opening date is not fixed in stone, you can start making reservations at some of the sections of the resort now. (If the resort is ready to open earlier, the rooms will be made available at that time.) You can book family suites in the Finding Nemo-themed section for arrivals starting May 31. Cars-themed family suites will become available for booking on July 31. Lion King family suites can be booked for arrivals beginning September 30. There's no word yet as to when the Little Mermaid-themed suites will be available, or when the Finding Nemo-themed standard rooms will open up.

 

[Lillian Gracey]

This is interesting...I read in a few sources that the only standard rooms at AoA would be in the LM section, but today read the following...no mention of LM std rooms, only FN...from the drawings I've seen I could not spend a single night, not even for fun, in one of those rooms. Maybe both LM and FN will have std rooms? Fingers crossed!

I pray that there will be LM standard rooms! I don't want to stay in a Nemo room!

 

[pas130]

Hi friends. Missed ya! Sorry I have been MIA. I haven't had the chance to read through. Bits and pieces. DS 10 has fourth grade graduation tonight. And this week is all end of the year stuff. Haven't gotten their teachers or their bus driver anything yet I'm tired, and eagerly awaiting my trip

As for AoA- I am less than pleased with the prices. Plus I would need a suite AND a connecting room. Looks like the buildings are either all suites OR all regular rooms

I'm going to try to play some catching up today, and hopefully a nap! Hope all my friends are well

 

[kaffinito]

I know I just started posting on the thread, so hope you don't mind me jumping in too. I saw your post this AM but work was busy, but I so wanted to reply. I understand perfectly! My DH is not a big Disney fan, he went once had a good time, but he has not returned with me (since then I've had trips with my DD, my sis and Mom and friends and had wonderful times too). Like others have said, Keep your plans … he may end up changing his mind and if not, go solo (or with your grandma or a friend, now that is so much fun too!). He needs to know it IS important to you. He just might change his mind as your trip nears, seeing you really ready to go yourself.

Kaffinito: Thought I quoted you but guess I missed it!! I picked FQ because of the recent refurb and queen beds, but also because I had visited before and liked the charm of it. I appreciate your take on it. Wish POR would be finished!!

Just 'cause it wasn't for me doesn't mean it isn't for anyone else!

Plus, after the last trip I've decided that mods aren't for me either. I like either deluxe or values. Go figure.

What are your dates in August? We'll be there the 21st through the 29th, and I'm planning on meeting up with pas130, CRRFFL, and hopefully you!

Since I'm not going to multi-quote because everyone is basically saying the same thing, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! You supporting me is so wonderful! I feel so appreciated and like one of the cool gals!

I promised my mom I would take her to WDW so she can dine in Beast's Castle because Beauty and the Beast is her favorite Disney movie. While she doesn't care to go to WDW, I want to do that for her. To experience what it feels like to step into the world of Belle and her friends would be simply magical!

@Janet: You are more than welcome to comment! I don't care if you are new to the thread, I appreciate the input very much! I'm glad that I'm not the only one who has a significant other who just doesn't seem to get the magic of Disney.

Ooh! Beasts Castle sounds like a fun meal! I think you have a good attitude about the whole trip with BF. He might like it, he might not, but either way try to have a good time while there.

I know I can't take DHDH again, he really only likes the food.

Hannah - I think WDWKOOK is right, a family trip would be perfect. Even a Mom and Me trip, an All Girls Trip (You , Mom, and Grandma)

I am also betting that most of us here on The DIS come to talk about Disney because we all have someone be it a BF, DH, or some other person who get tired of our constant talking about Disney and our trip plans. I know my DH does, I usually wait for the last posible moment to bring something up cause I am waiting for the best timing to do so

As for that Sunday thru Friday trip, only problem there is flying on Sundays is more expensive than any other day of the week , your best days as Tues and Wed.(just a thought)

I do think though if traveling with someone who is going to worry about every penny spent, it is far better to go into the trip with a pre-paid inclusive package, that you paid off over several months, like you mentioned in another post about having 14 months to pay the trip off. Paying OOP even just for food once at Disney can get stressful.

I would seriously think about that Mom and Me trip it is something I wish I had done while my mom was still alive.

Totally agree about the pre paid package point.

As far as parents go, I was lucky enough to go with Mom and Dad when I was younger, so I have a lot of memories of them there. Like Mom watching me dance the Hulu in the lobby of the Poly, and the grounds of the CR when it was new, or Dad yelling "I am NEVER doing that again!" after his ride on Space Mountain.

I think of them whenever I go, it's like my one way of remembering them clearly.

 

[Minnie&Nana]

I pray that there will be LM standard rooms! I don't want to stay in a Nemo room!

Me either! Have you seen those rooms! I will NEVER understand who's bright idea it was to use Nemo for the CBR refurb a few years back...absolutely nothing Caribbean about Nemo!

Hi friends. Missed ya! Sorry I have been MIA. I haven't had the chance to read through. Bits and pieces. DS 10 has fourth grade graduation tonight. And this week is all end of the year stuff. Haven't gotten their teachers or their bus driver anything yet I'm tired, and eagerly awaiting my trip

As for AoA- I am less than pleased with the prices. Plus I would need a suite AND a connecting room. Looks like the buildings are either all suites OR all regular rooms

I'm going to try to play some catching up today, and hopefully a nap! Hope all my friends are well

Aw, congrats on graduating 4th grade. I attended Parochial school and so did my kids for 12 yrs, so we stayed put until 8th grade, then on to HS.

Always fun to buy teacher gifts. As a former Librarian, After School Director and pre-school teacher, might I suggest gift cards are the most welcome holiday and end of year gifts? Easy for parents we LOVED the gift cards - doesn't have to be large..$10 is fine, but we sure loved those gift cards - every teacher I know says the same.

Know what you mean about AoA having blgs of all suites or all std rooms - where does that leave a family who needs both or a guests who wants a std room, but does not like LM or Nemo (whichever will have the std rooms). I thought the Cars pics were cute (I grew up riding along Rt 66 throughout the Midwest and southwest so all those signs are very nostalgic).

Enjoy your day! I'm glad the thread hasn't been moving as quickly - easier for me to keep up.