The Love Of My Life Does Not Share My Love of Disney

[PrincessJen09]

My boyfriend of 3 and a half years does not understand my love of Disney. I suggested maybe one day getting married there or honeymooning there and he shot both down. I know that I am a little obessessed but I was hoping to get him more into the Disney mood and maybe love it half as much as I do. Any suggestions how to show him the magic? Any suggestions on how to persuade him into a Disney wedding or honeymoon? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Also, are there any other boards that I should try posting this on? I started with this one because we are both in College right now, so I thought the guys and gals in here would know where I am coming from. Thanks!

 

[CherCrazy]

Has he ever been there? Has he ever been there with you??

Alot of non-believers have been converted once they actually go! Many people have posted the same thing...that once they took their significant other...they loved it too.

Good luck!!

 

[PrincessJen09]

Has he ever been there? Has he ever been there with you??

Alot of non-believers have been converted once they actually go! Many people have posted the same thing...that once they took their significant other...they loved it too.

Good luck!!

He visited the World when he was younger and twice with our marching band. I went on one of the marching band trips, but we were on a very tight schedule. I don't even know if I could convince him to go with me there for a trip....

 

[thelionqueen]

My DH was tolerant at 1st and is now a full-fledged co-Disney Addict

I would suggest planning a "surprise" trip and pull out all the stops. Stay @ a Monorail resort, get the dining package and have it all paid for in full.

Once he's there to experience the magic with you, I doubt he'll mind going again.

 

[lilstint]

My boyfriend of 3 and a half years does not understand my love of Disney. I suggested maybe one day getting married there or honeymooning there and he shot both down. I know that I am a little obessessed but I was hoping to get him more into the Disney mood and maybe love it half as much as I do. Any suggestions how to show him the magic? Any suggestions on how to persuade him into a Disney wedding or honeymoon? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Also, are there any other boards that I should try posting this on? I started with this one because we are both in College right now, so I thought the guys and gals in here would know where I am coming from. Thanks!

I'm sorry to tell you this but you are going to have to dump him Seriously though, when I met my husband in he really didn't "get" disney world. He had been there but never took the time to notice and appreciate the themeing and atmosphere. He didn't stay at a disney hotel or anything and he looked at it as just another amusement park. However I started "working on him" early on and talking to him about what makes it so unique and great. Now he loves it as much as I do... If just taking him there and pointing thigs out to him doesn't work, having children some day might change his mind. My best friend's husband was always too cool for disney world in College because he was a liberal hippy type.. Since they have gotten married and had a little girl it seems that he has changed his mind because they love going. Maybe now he is seeing it through a child's eyes and seeing how happy it makes her... Good luck

 

[disneygirl_wdw]

I have the same problem with my fiancee. He'd rather spend money on his computer then go to Disney. He has been there 3 times with me too . He'd said he'd go, but only for me. His parents have a hard time with it too. The only advice I can give is to ease him into it.

 

[SnowWhiteProteje54]

My DBF really didn't get it either and now that I am living in the area I made him go with me to watch "Wishes" at the Magic Kingdom. He cried. Now he is coming back for Easter and is trying to plan a trip for this summer for his mom.

My sugestion though is to come during a time its not very crowded. Like October, September, February, or early May when you can play all day, not have to wait for very long, and just walk up to a great spot for "Wishes" and Fantasmic! and just stroll for most of the day. See the Festival of the Lion King and Expidition Everest. See Mickey's Philhar Magic (my DBF LOVES that attraction) and hit up all three Mountains. Go to dinner one night in Epcot and ride Test Track. See Fantasmic! and ride Rock'n'Rollercoaster. Try to do a large variety of things because sometimes people don't know what they like before they get to Disney. OH YEAH also try to get in on one of the VIP tours through Guest Relations they are a bit costly but those Guest Relations people know EVERYTHING.

Best of luck

JDS

 

[PrincessJen09]

Update: I think I have him convinced that the Disney College Program is a great idea! Hopefully, this will convince him!

 

[crazyj4488]

I proposed to my college girlfriend at WDW. I think if both of you can manage a well-planned trip where you have a wonderfully memorable time there together (alone), he would see the magic in Disney. At the very least, he may accept your passion for it all a bit more.

I have a insane Disney park obsession...I even share my trips into the parks with thousands of listeners each week on my podcast. However, many people in my life just don't understand why someone would spend 42 days at Disney parks within the past 11 months when they don't even live close to either park (I'm in Houston). Sometimes it's not for anyone to understand...we all have hobbies and interests that are personal to us. My loved one is interested in some things I just can't digest and I have my things she can't digest. Together, our differences compliment each other somehow. It's just something you have to work on.

Just my .02 cents...One of my very first shows tells the story of my WDW proposal. That show is not representative of my normal format though..still interesting to hear the story. Info on the show is shown below.

 

[JJClemson]

Hey PrincessJen,

I know exactly how you feel! I have been a huge Disney fan my entire life, and when I started dating my fiance, he had never even been to Disney World For his college graduation a couple years ago, I planned a surprise trip. I purposely planned things Jeff would like to do. For the first 2 nights of our trip we camped at FW b/c he's outdoorsy, we ate at Bistro de Paris b/c he loves French cuisine, we went jogging every morning, etc. Plan to do activities that he enjoys, and give him a say in everything. We ended up having a great time!

I suggested a Disney Wedding/ Disneymoon when we were dating as well. Jeff basically laughed in my face. I brought it up a few more times only to get the same reaction. We got engaged a few months ago, and were having difficulty deciding on a place to get married. A month ago, HE suggested Disney World for our wedding and honeymoon

Just try not to push Disney on him too much, and he'll eventually come around. I know Jeff will never be as much of a Disney fan as me, but I'll never like certain things as much as he does. Best of luck to you!

 

[Princess Ash]

I would agree with everyone else. Perhaps his experiences at Disney weren't as magical as yours. Unless you are IN THE DISNEY MAGIC...you can't really be a full-fledged part of it. Try to see if just the two of you can get away on a trip together. I can't say that I have had this same experience yet...but please keep us posted!

 

[dislovr]

i completly know what you mean. my dbf and i have been together for over 2 years now and when i first met him he thought i was a complete freak. however, i did take him last august and he really did enjoy himself and we are going again in july. he is auctually excited about it. although i just think hes excited for vacation not specifically a disney vacation. he dosn't hate it though and as long as i can continue to convince him to go at least once every other year then i can cut down a lil bit for him. however, i would like to plan a trip just the 2 of us, we've been going with my family and i think it would be extra special for both of us if just the 2 of us could go. good luck and im sure eventually your dbf will come around.