What not to do at Disney?

[knightqueen]

I've never been to Belle's Story Time and don't plan on it till I have children of my own. However, from what I've gathered Scarlet's concern seems to apply to adults without children going to something designed mainly for children and taking up precious space that could go to a child and make their day. Or at least that's how I took at it, and I can see where Scarlet's coming from on this. Cause let's face it, it does seem kinda odd to me that a group of grown adults would sit through and passionately listen to an actress reading a fairy tell. Even if it is for the 'magic' its primarily for children, and I would think being kept behind a rope would take away this magic from a child.

 

[simba20]

I've never been to Belle's Story Time and don't plan on it till I have children of my own. However, from what I've gathered Scarlet's concern seems to apply to adults without children going to something designed mainly for children and taking up precious space that could go to a child and make their day. Or at least that's how I took at it, and I can see where Scarlet's coming from on this. Cause let's face it, it does seem kinda odd to me that a group of grown adults would sit through and passionately listen to an actress reading a fairy tell. Even if it is for the 'magic' its primarily for children, and I would think being kept behind a rope would take away this magic from a child.

If that were the case, then adults (without children) should not get in line to have their picture taken with a character. Because it takes up time and keeps that precious child away an extra minute from seeing his/her favorite character.

If that were the case, the adults shouldn't ride the rides, because it holds a child up from getting to ride. Becasue it seems scarlet's attitude is that DISNEY IS FOR THE KIDS. Umm nope, not even close. Disney is a business. If I am giving money tot hat business, then I should be able to enjoy anythng that business has to offer 9within reason). Whether it comes off as age appropriate or not.

Sorry, Dinsey provides entertainment for all and allows everyone to enjoy. I really didn't know what Storytime With Belle was all about. I knew it existed, but didn't know the logistics. Maybe some adults, watch it alone, because they, too, do not know.

Also with Belle's storytime, you may see a group of adults without kids in the seating area, but who's to say that they are sitting away from their children/standing against the wall or something.

 

[livndisney]

If that were the case, then adults (without children) should not get in line to have their picture taken with a character. Because it takes up time and keeps that precious child away an extra minute from seeing his/her favorite character.

If that were the case, the adults shouldn't ride the rides, because it holds a child up from getting to ride. Becasue it seems scarlet's attitude is that DISNEY IS FOR THE KIDS. Umm nope, not even close. Disney is a business. If I am giving money tot hat business, then I should be able to enjoy anythng that business has to offer 9within reason). Whether it comes off as age appropriate or not.

Sorry, Dinsey provides entertainment for all and allows everyone to enjoy. I really didn't know what Storytime With Belle was all about. I knew it existed, but didn't know the logistics. Maybe some adults, watch it alone, because they, too, do not know.

Also with Belle's storytime, you may see a group of adults without kids in the seating area, but who's to say that they are sitting away from their children/standing against the wall or something.

Or they could be watching their children on stage IN the show.

It matters not what a few on this board think. The show is in WDW and WDW makes the rules. The show is open to anyone who arrives before they close the theater.

 

[kaileighbug]

Beauty and the Beast is my all time favorite movie. Storytime with Belle is on the list for this next trip and yes I will plan accordingly so that I may get a seat. Granted I will be with DD5, but even if I was not, I would still enjoy this. It part of the Disney magic we all go to enjoy. The chance to be a kid again.

 

[DisneyMomm]

And you're still not going to convince me that the grownups shouldn't let the kids have the seats for this particular event. For everyone who thinks my opinion on this reflects selfishness and entitlement, what about your own selfish need to watch the expression on your child's face at the exclusion of other children? You can see your child's reaction just fine from the sidelines.


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Wow, I can't believe another mother would say such a thing. How can wanting to be near your child to enjoy a special moment with them selfish. Just because it means your kid didn't get what she wanted when she wanted it? There is such a small window of time when a child is old enough to know what's going on, and young enough to believe in it all. In this economy, many families may only get to go to Disney once in that small window of time. I can't imagine having someone tell me I'm selfish for wanting to sit with my child on our magical trip, and enjoy our magical moment TOGETHER.
SORRY You should have planned better if it was that important to your child

 

[scarlet_ibis]

Wow, I can't believe another mother would say such a thing. How can wanting to be near your child to enjoy a special moment with them selfish. Just because it means your kid didn't get what she wanted when she wanted it? There is such a small window of time when a child is old enough to know what's going on, and young enough to believe in it all. In this economy, many families may only get to go to Disney once in that small window of time. I can't imagine having someone tell me I'm selfish for wanting to sit with my child on our magical trip, and enjoy our magical moment TOGETHER.

You'd fulfill your desire to sit with your child to the exclusion of other children. Isn't that the very definition of selfish? Good, bad, or indifferent, you can't say your motivation wasn't in your own self-interest.

 

[bdoyledimou]

You'd fulfill your desire to sit with your child to the exclusion of other children. Isn't that the very definition of selfish? Good, bad, or indifferent, you can't say your motivation wasn't in your own self-interest.

You would deem necessary to deny interaction/magic/love between a parent and child to the benefit of yourself and your child.Isn't that the very definition of selfish? Good, bad, or indifferent, you can't say your motivation wasn't in your own self-interest.

 

[scarlet_ibis]

You would deem necessary to deny interaction/magic/love between a parent and child to the benefit of yourself and your child.Isn't that the very definition of selfish? Good, bad, or indifferent, you can't say your motivation wasn't in your own self-interest.

It's not about my child. It's about the crowd of children waiting at the rope.

Maybe it's a regional thing, too. Around here, parents don't sit with kids at story time starting around age 3 or 4. The library has a storytime room and you drop the kids off. The very idea of having to sit there with your child, unless the child has an attachment issue, is strange to begin with. And if you want to watch, there are plenty of spaces to stand around the outside of Belle's storytime.

 

[savs]

Something not to do before/ after you go to Disney:

Please don't argue over everyone's opinion. We all love Disney and want our trips to be magical, whether you are a child or an adult.

Let's just agree to disagree and move on.......

 

[DisneyMomm]

As far as I'm concerned my child is just as important to me as yours is to you, and my children like to share these special moments with me as much as I do with them. If a CM just picked out of a crowd for who got to sit down and who didn't, AND IT WAS THE ONLY SHOW OF THE WHOLE WEEK (or even of the day), and there was a desperate little girl who had been waiting and didn't get picked, then I would give up my seat. But when it is a show that runs all day, every day, then NO, I'm not going to miss the moment with my child and I don't feel that's selfish of me. You had plenty of opportunities to make it to that show, if you chose to go to the very last one you were able to attend, and didn't give lot's of extra time so that your child could have what she wanted, then don't expect others to give up their special moments with their child to accomodate your child, and your lack of planning. I would have been there much earlier in the day if it was that important to my child. Infact, it would have been the first thing I headed for when I got to the park. If I had waited all day as you did, and knew it was our last chance, I would have started hanging around the line up area at least an hour before. As far as the parents in the audience, there was still another show scheduled. I would not leave my child to expierence the show all by themselves to let your child in, I would assume you would stay there and go to the next show if it's that devistating for your child. The fact that you had ADR's that were more important to you is really not my problem. I'm sorry, this is waaay different then storytime at the local library, if I'm at Disney, it's because I've planned it for a very long time, and probably won't be back for a very long time. I am going to have all the memories I can with my children. It is up to other parents to make sure their children have all of the memories they want to go home with. Like I said, if it's the type of situation where nobody had any control over it, then I would give up my seat to another child.. but not because of your lack of planning and your need to get to your ADR.

Anyway, that's the last I will say, let's move on

 

[LuluLovesDisney]

You'd fulfill your desire to sit with your child to the exclusion of other children. Isn't that the very definition of selfish? Good, bad, or indifferent, you can't say your motivation wasn't in your own self-interest.

I am not a mother, but I often take care of my niece or nephews (the eldest is 18, so I have been taking kids to zoos, movies, theme parks, etc. for years) and I would NEVER seat them in one place and watch from another, even in Disney, you never know!

Furthermore, what sounds more selfish: a mom who wants to sit with her child after having waited in line to see a show or a mom who thinks that another adult should leave her little one sitting ALONE so her OWN daughter can get a spot, even if she arrived later? Get there earlier. Don't expect parents/single adults or ANYONE to give up their spot for you. You want to fulfill your desire for your child to see the show without you having to wait your turn like everyone else at the exclusion of other human beings, each who paid to have the right to enter the park and see whatever show they wish.

 

[LuluLovesDisney]

You would deem necessary to deny interaction/magic/love between a parent and child to the benefit of yourself and your child.Isn't that the very definition of selfish? Good, bad, or indifferent, you can't say your motivation wasn't in your own self-interest.

Agreed.

 

[LuluLovesDisney]

Or they could be watching their children on stage IN the show.

It matters not what a few on this board think. The show is in WDW and WDW makes the rules. The show is open to anyone who arrives before they close the theater.

Good point! I am sure if someone's little girl grew up to be a Disney performer, they'd expect to be "permitted" in the audience!

 

[SpacedOut]

I'm sorry, but as a church usher for 14 years, I have to weigh in on this...

If you show up for a 4:30 mass at 4:30 and there are no seats, then I'm sorry if you are handicapped, a family with small children, etc., but there are NO SEATS. I will do my best to accommodate you, but I will not ask someone to get up so that you can sit. If you want to get a seat, get there earlier.

Having said that, we usually save the last row for the ushers, but if a family with small children shows up or a family with an elderly member arrives, I routinely as a matter of courtesy give them my seat. They need to sit more than I do and I can certainly stand. I can voluntarily do that, but I don't expect anyone who already has a seat to give theirs up.

The point is, I can only control what I do. If you see a parent and a child outside who might like to sit, then you are certainly welcome to give them yours and I encourage you to do so, but it is not expected that you do.

If you give magic, it often returns to you many times over...

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[knightqueen]

If that were the case, then adults (without children) should not get in line to have their picture taken with a character. Because it takes up time and keeps that precious child away an extra minute from seeing his/her favorite character.

If that were the case, the adults shouldn't ride the rides, because it holds a child up from getting to ride. Becasue it seems scarlet's attitude is that DISNEY IS FOR THE KIDS. Umm nope, not even close. Disney is a business. If I am giving money tot hat business, then I should be able to enjoy anythng that business has to offer 9within reason). Whether it comes off as age appropriate or not.

Sorry, Dinsey provides entertainment for all and allows everyone to enjoy. I really didn't know what Storytime With Belle was all about. I knew it existed, but didn't know the logistics. Maybe some adults, watch it alone, because they, too, do not know.

Also with Belle's storytime, you may see a group of adults without kids in the seating area, but who's to say that they are sitting away from their children/standing against the wall or something.

You're seriously going to get that bent out of shape over a few people's opinions.

I see no problem with parents sitting somewhere that's not next their children, but that seems to go against what several others have said as to why they sit with their children. To see the look on their faces. And I know someone will most likely say they sit further away to see their whole face or something along those lines. But if the child was mine I'd want to be next to them to see their eyes light up and what not.

Now this is another scenario altogether, why would a parent or group of parents enter the attraction with their kids so far away from them in the line that it appears that these parents have none?

 

[DisneyMomm]

I know I said I wouldn't say any more about it, but just one last thing... I promise. If it was 10 min before the show had started, and the theater was at capacity, and even with a group leaving the CM was no longer allowed to permit anyone else in, then what difference would it make. Even if someone saw your daughter's birthday button and teary face locked behind the rope, and decided to give up their spot to let her in, she would have still not been allowed in. What it actually sounds like you are saying is, those parents should have never gone in to begin with. and that everybody should have sent their child in alone just in case your birthday child couldn't get in.

 

[ratlenhum]

You'd fulfill your desire to sit with your child to the exclusion of other children. Isn't that the very definition of selfish? Good, bad, or indifferent, you can't say your motivation wasn't in your own self-interest.

and not waitng for the next show, was in your own self-interest. You could have canceled your ADR and made the next show if it was that important to your daughter. Or was the ADR more important to you.

Surely your daughter has gotten over this by now, maybe you should too.


I declare my self very selfish. I spend my hard earned money to take my child to Disney World and enjoy rides and shows WITH him. I don't watch from the sidelines no matter what we do. I don't feel guilty for not sacrificing my time and enjoyment for someone else. Yes, that's selfish but too bad! Stop feeling guilty for not planning properly and stop blaming everyone else for your oversight and mistake.

And the CM that agreed with you and said they'd pass the word along, was patronizing you. Saying whatever was necessary to diffuse the situation and try to calm you down. The CM probably hears the same complaint a few times a week and probably couldn't careless, in fact, they were probably thinking the same thing everyone here is. If it was that important to you and your daughter then you should have planned accordingly and made sure you got the information needed to make it happen.

 

[ratlenhum]

It's not about my child. It's about the crowd of children waiting at the rope.

Maybe it's a regional thing, too. Around here, parents don't sit with kids at story time starting around age 3 or 4. The library has a storytime room and you drop the kids off. The very idea of having to sit there with your child, unless the child has an attachment issue, is strange to begin with. And if you want to watch, there are plenty of spaces to stand around the outside of Belle's storytime.

Then ALL of their parents should have planned better.

This isn't story time at the free local library, it's DISNEY for crying out loud! And I paid a lot of money to be there. If I want to sit with my child at Disney or anywhere else, unless it's forbidden, then I am going to sit with them.

Your signature shows you are going two more times. Plan better for one of those trips.

 

[hffmnheidi]

Not to do at Disney...

-leaving your garbage in your ride seat. The next rider doesn't want to have to dispose of your cups and wrappers before they can sit down

 

[ratlenhum]

Not to do at Disney...

-leaving your garbage in your ride seat. The next rider doesn't want to have to dispose of your cups and wrappers before they can sit down

or leaving it right on top of the garbage can. Is it so hard to put it in the big hole on the side? LOL Every time we rode RNR there was some half eaten food item left on top. Gross