Tips to keep grumpy hubby amused

[catize43]

Can you believe I have a grumpy hubby that thinks WDW is just for kids? The only reason he's going is because we have a wedding (for a Disney employee, his cousin) to attend in November. Any tips as to what men would enjoy doing or seeing in particular? As for me, I'm just counting down the DAYS!

 

[ReneeQ]

My husband isn't the disney fanatic that I am, so I often go without him. But when he does go, a lot of days we split up while there. I've spent a full day solo in the Magic Kingdom while he slept in and then went to Downtown Disney and went to a movie. I've heard of other husband's playing golf (mine doesn't golf) while the rest of the party does something else.

 

[toystoryduo]

Wow.. I guess I should appreciate my DH more! He enjoys going to WDW as much as I do.

Maybe if you can give us some details on his likes and dislikes, we can provide more specific suggestions for you. Are you planning on going to all of the parks? Has he been to WDW before? Does he like to ride rides at other amusement parks?
ETC.... ETC....ETC.....

Here are just a few suggestions:

Downtown Disney... lots to do and see down there, including Pleasure Island.

Golf. I've heard Disney has some really challenging courses.

Epcot has a lot of educational things to do. Also, he could sample food and drink form the different countries around the world.

Maybe you can pick up Birnbaums 2003 without Kids and get some ideas from there. (I read that book even though we are going with kids. ) This is a good place to start for ideas.

I hope that you have a great vavcation!

 

[Danemom]

Here are a couple of fun things for the big guys...

My hubby can't wait to try the watermouse boats - something about a big motor on little boats - and I think he'll love DisneyQuest because he enjoys video games.

 

[catize43]

He has never been to WDW before so I think just the "newness" of it will get him in the mouse spirit of things..lol. Epcot (food and wine tasting) sounds like fun as well as Pleasure Island. He'll probably end up being an awestruck over-sized KID! (Hoping so anyway) Hmmmmm, maybe a kiss from Cinderella will do it!

 

[fan_of_wdw]

How about the Polynesian Revue?

 

[discraz]

Mine and your husband must be friends. Mine hates amusement parks and most things about them. I am leaving husband and baby at home for up coming trip, me and DS7. But the next trip, when baby is older and if I can convince him to go, he would enjoy the Nascar racing experience, Disney Quest, and renting the boats. The Nascar racing is expensive but if it keeps him happy and occupied for most of the day.

 

[jlp651]

I guess I'm lucky the BF is going...he isnt much of a disney nut...but he knows it will make me happy.
Disney Quest is going to amaze him-he's a computer nut! I might as well have to send him to Epcot and just leave him in the interactive world and I might never see him again.
However, I did plan some surprises for him...since he doesnt believe in disney magic...I have a limo coming to pick us up from the hotel to take us to port canaveral and from port canaveral to the airport when we come back...I will have a gift basket there and ready for him when we board the ship of all of his favorite things from home-he is very much a home body...so I'm trying to make sure that he has things to relax with and such.
these are some of the things that I am doing..hope this helps.

 

[catize43]

Hmmm, Nascar racing sounds like a possibility. We live down by the shore w/boardwalk & water parks only a few miles away. He has no interest in that scene at all. He does like boating/beach having a couple of beers and hangin out with a few friends. Does any of this sound familiar? LOL Hey, where is that tag fairy when you need her?

I do believe, I really doooooooooooo BELIEVE!

 

[communicore]

You can go to the Polynesian and park him at Tambu Lounge, right next to 'Ohana on the second floor of the Great Ceremonial House.

He can make his way through the menu of refreshing tropical libations served in cool tiki mugs while watching sports on the big screen TV in the lounge. Careful though, he may never want to leave!

 

[catize43]

You made that sound so good, I may just stay there right along with him....

 

[pixiechick]

catize43:

I grew up in N. Cape May. worked in Wildwood and Cape May, so I am very familiar with the area. WDW is NOTHING like what your DH is used to. My DH had never been, until his 40th bday. I took him, using the theory that no one should turn 40 without having visited WDW. That year alone we ended up going 4 times. Fast forward a couple of years, we now own DVC!
The best tip I can give you: plan and have a great wealth of info. These boards will provide that. When we went I didn't know everything, but I knew a lot. A lot more than the average visitor.
Learn about, and use Fastpass well. Know the best days to visit a park. Anything to eliminate the negatives. Some of our trips have been at Christmas and Spring Break. We noticed the crowds, but have never had a trip spoiled by them. Knowledge is everything!
Dh was only humoring me by going on the first trip. Half way through, my DS looked and me said, "Look at Daddy's face, I think he got hit by pixie dust!" DH will never be obsessed like I am, but he truly enjoys every minute of our trips. Give your DH a chance, you, and HE, might be surprised!
And the LapuLapu at the Polynesian lounge is pretty darn good!

 

[communicore]

You made that sound so good, I may just stay there right along with him....

You know, it's not a bad way to spend a rainy afternoon. I've done it myself many times, and I LOVE the parks!

 

[jordgubben]

I think that my husband was a little skeptical about WDW until we went down there. If you're husband is thinking that WDW is going to be like Great Adventure or some amusement park like that he's obviously got the wrong idea. He's just got to relax and I'm sure he'll have fun in the parks.

 

[RickinNYC]

In my oh so humble opinion, if he's never actually been to WDW due to his aversion to amusement parks, I really think you should ask him to come along with you to all the parks. At least for the first couple of hours. You can give him an "opt out" by saying that if he were truly not enjoying himself, he can take a shuttle back to your resort. And assure him that under no circumstances will you get angry or upset if he chooses to do so.
The WDW resorts are truly like no other. They aren't merely amusement parks, they're a different experience altogether.
When I took my partner for the first time, he really couldn't fathom spending that much money on an amusement park, especially when we have a Six Flags just a couple of hours away. When he stepped foot into the Magic Kingdom and slowly made his way down Main Street, all he could do was marvel at absolutely everything. He loved it! And it only took a handful of following trips to go from a mere fan to an addict!

 

[catize43]

I think you hit the nail right on the head, not "fathom spending that much money on an amusement park" ahh, time will tell. Thanks for the tips!

 

[jeleadams]

My husband had never done anything Disney. Last year we went on the 4 night cruise, he was not excited about going at all! When we got off the ship he wanted to know why we didn't go on the 7 night. It is his idea to go back to take the kids to WDW in Jan. So you never know he could really ended up enjoying it.

 

[lulugirl]

Dump him at the ESPN sports bar and stick a beer in front of him........works for my brother.

 

[catize43]

Thanks for the support. I'm feeling better knowing there are other husbands out there that felt the same way and have made a complete turn-a-round. I actually think he's getting a little more excited since I grabbed a handful of pixie dust and blew some in his face....lol

 

[wdwtheplacetobe]

I have 'sent' MANY people to WDW with info to navigate while there. Even the grumpiest have come back saying they loved it!
If you allow yourself to become a child again and never mind the expense---keep a budget, but don't fret over it, you will have a blast.
Don't worry about your grumpy DH, he may totally surprise you!