This post may not fit on the resorts board, but I wasnt sure where else to put it, so here it is. I have a question: Do any of you feel that WDW evokes an emotion or combination of emotions that is almost impossible to describe, and which you simply do not experience anywhere else?
I know members of my family even those from different generations feel that way. I believe that, for me, this is due to a number of factors, including:
1. Nostalgia for our family -- My brother and I visited WDW three times when we were kids, and we thought it was the most amazing place on the planet. For us now, WDW evokes some of our fondest memories. We can walk certain places in the MK or the Polynesian Village and be transported back to times of joy 30 years ago. It makes us very nostalgic.
2. The positives in life, on steroids -- Almost everything about WDW accentuates lifes positives. The cast members are polite, helpful, and upbeat. Beautiful flowers abound; everything is manicured and clean. People smile. Each day ends with a series of parades and firework shows that seem to celebrate life and to be intended to remind us that life is, in fact, to be celebrated. Portions of some parks look back favorably to a simpler time, while others look to the future with unbridled optimism. Hope and joy in a sometimes-cynical word.
3. Total immersion -- When you are on vacation at WDW, you are truly on vacation. There is nothing but Disney for miles. No one next to you is hopping a bus for work. Almost everything is themed to the hilt, in impressive detail. Almost wherever you are, you are immersed in Disney, and away from the daily grind.
4. Focus on making children happy -- Sure, there will be meltdowns and squabbles; but the fact that a primary goal is to bring smiles to childrens faces is so, so neat.
5. Uniquely American nostalgia -- Portions of the World (e.g., Main Street, Liberty Square, Tom Sawyer Island, Fort Wilderness) harken back fondly to a past, simpler time that is uniquely American. I love that.
I think Walt got it right on so many levels.
Thoughts? Similar feelings?
Thank you.
I know members of my family even those from different generations feel that way. I believe that, for me, this is due to a number of factors, including:
1. Nostalgia for our family -- My brother and I visited WDW three times when we were kids, and we thought it was the most amazing place on the planet. For us now, WDW evokes some of our fondest memories. We can walk certain places in the MK or the Polynesian Village and be transported back to times of joy 30 years ago. It makes us very nostalgic.
2. The positives in life, on steroids -- Almost everything about WDW accentuates lifes positives. The cast members are polite, helpful, and upbeat. Beautiful flowers abound; everything is manicured and clean. People smile. Each day ends with a series of parades and firework shows that seem to celebrate life and to be intended to remind us that life is, in fact, to be celebrated. Portions of some parks look back favorably to a simpler time, while others look to the future with unbridled optimism. Hope and joy in a sometimes-cynical word.
3. Total immersion -- When you are on vacation at WDW, you are truly on vacation. There is nothing but Disney for miles. No one next to you is hopping a bus for work. Almost everything is themed to the hilt, in impressive detail. Almost wherever you are, you are immersed in Disney, and away from the daily grind.
4. Focus on making children happy -- Sure, there will be meltdowns and squabbles; but the fact that a primary goal is to bring smiles to childrens faces is so, so neat.
5. Uniquely American nostalgia -- Portions of the World (e.g., Main Street, Liberty Square, Tom Sawyer Island, Fort Wilderness) harken back fondly to a past, simpler time that is uniquely American. I love that.
I think Walt got it right on so many levels.
Thoughts? Similar feelings?
Thank you.
thanks a lot, lol.
The feeling is indescribable when we drive under that Welcome Arch. Every time I get a big smile the moment we see it, and my heart skips a beat. My oldest daughter & I love WDW, younger daughter is so so about it. And Husband just plain doesn't get it! But that's ok, we just leave him home to pet sit, 
It's happyville and I feel so taken care of. I really feel like I'm in another world when I'm there.
In a Good way though...LoL
