Jocelynaus
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Yes probably a good idea to have switched from 50's PT to Sci-fi as there is LESS interaction but the servers at Sci-fi are still chatty.
I didn't have a chatty server at scifi, and even if I didn't we couldn't have heard them.
And I totally agree that this is more about social anxiety than about introversion.
If anyone in the gorup is sensitive to sounds or just gets overwhelmed in crowds, I strongly suggest ear plugs. Disney is LOUD. People, music, piped in sounds (along with smells). It's loud loud loud. And sometimes you don't even notice it until you're about to sit down in the pathway and cry. Earplugs. Just bring them for everyone for each day, just in case.
Yes - generally avoid people. My husband calls himself an introvert but he’s more the opposite of extrovert. He really needs alone time and gets grumpy without it. I’m sometimes an extrovert but I find crowds draining.
I am not an introvert, but my DS11 and DH are and I have to plan our trips accordingly so they can enjoy their time at WDW. I think you have a good plan. AKL is generally a very quiet resort and is quite remote. I think it will be a good choice for your family. You may still want to request a "quiet room". We don't like to be near elevators and, though, at times it means we have longer walks to our rooms, it works for us. Afternoon breaks are a must for us and we don't do rope drop - too much mayhem. We typically start our FP+ about 30 - 60 minutes after park opening to allow for a leisurely morning and avoid the first bus and park crowds.
Another resort to consider, if budget allows, is YC. It is generally quieter than BC and BWI and will allow you boat and walking access to both EP and DHS - a calmer experience than taking buses around. The pool may be more chaotic there, though, but they do have quiet pools.
If budget allows, I would consider using uber/lyft/Minnie Vans to the parks (Minnie Vans, in particular, for MK as it drops you off where the buses drop off). My DH would rather stay at the resort than take a bus to the parks.
I agree - I would avoid the more popular restaurants and character meals. We tend to like restaurants that aren't as popular (and are usually better than most!) because they are quieter and calmer. If you are at AKL, Sanaa and Jiko are good choices. I would avoid Boma. Most signatures are less chaotic. Do not go to Biergarten! In the parks, places like Skipper Canteen, Spice Road Table, Brown Derby and Tiffins might work. My DH particularly likes Nomad Lounge in AK for a midday break.
Also a massive introvert here. I like a lot of the tips mentioned, but another tip is to bring solo things to do in lines. books are my favorite, but whatever helps them calm and to take time not only away from the crowds, but away from each other would be good. I get more annoyed by my family being on top of me through a trip than I do by the crowds.
We did the HEA dessert party and had our own table at the party. We did the plaza garden view and it was wonderful. We got a spot on the back fence and had our own little private bubble with some space around us. I am very introverted and dislike huge crowds of people because I'm short and feel claustrophobic in a huge crowd. The dessert party allowed me to avoid fighting the crowd to get a spot to watch the show.If they don't want to interact with strangers then I definitely would NOT do a dessert party as you may be placed with strangers at your table.
We did the HEA dessert party and had our own table at the party. We did the plaza garden view and it was wonderful. We got a spot on the back fence and had our own little private bubble with some space around us. I am very introverted and dislike huge crowds of people because I'm short and feel claustrophobic in a huge crowd. The dessert party allowed me to avoid fighting the crowd to get a spot to watch the show.
You're right about this...I totally forgot that the HEA dessert party was different.We did the HEA dessert party and had our own table at the party. We did the plaza garden view and it was wonderful. We got a spot on the back fence and had our own little private bubble with some space around us. I am very introverted and dislike huge crowds of people because I'm short and feel claustrophobic in a huge crowd. The dessert party allowed me to avoid fighting the crowd to get a spot to watch the show.