Returning to Disney after 6 years

[JulieMB]

Hi all!

We are finally returning! We will be there in December for 8-10 days. We will have a 9 and 12 year old at that time, so we are planning less "baby/kiddie" stuff.

Background:

My daughter (will be 9 for the trip) is a total princess, so I am still planning the traditional princess activities. She will have her hair done at the boutique and breakfast at the castle. She will also enjoy seeing most of the characters again. She isn't much of a daredevil, so I think we will be spending a lot of time together because neither am I! I DO like to ride rides, but not roller coaster, etc.

My son (will be 12 for the trip) is my concern. He is a TOTAL tween boy. He loves Star Wars and football! He, like his Daddy, is a total daredevil and loves the rides. I am contemplating having the two of them do the VIP Thrills tour?

Any tips or advice for activities for them?

Thanks!

 

[JulieMB]

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[jtopp]

Our family is also varied as per their interests. DW and DD have an afternoon tea, and the boys and I do lunch at ESPN club. It gives us one day to enjoy our individual tastes.

 

[tstidm1]

The Ultimate VIP Thrills event sounds like a great way for them to have fun. If your going around when Rogue One comes out, I would pre-book tickets for them in IMAX 3D, AMC prime (coming this fall) or the Fork and Screen (Dine In Theater). My preference would be Fork and Screen because the seats are better, bigger and you get food delivered to your seat. Do a day where they ride Star Tours as many times as their hearts desire.