Feeling really good! Things are starting to look up!

[Figgy1]

As some of you may know after out trip last June my dh was Disneyed out. He left saying he had a really good time but it might be 5 years before he would want to go again. Well yesterday we talked and I think between being away for a while and the awful winter weather he said maybe 2015 might be a go. He said start looking around and if we can do a few new things (water parks, miniature golf and Quest) it might just be in our future. Wish me luck and if you have any ideas how to talk him into a YES from a maybe let me know! THANKS Figgy

 

[MouseDreaming]

Figgy, that's wonderful news! If the horrid cold temps keep up, you might not have to do a lot of convincing on your own. We are planning a return trip at some point, but nothing solid. DH is still having ankle issues, but things are looking up with that. DS went after Christmas on a band trip, and had a wonderful time at the world. He was also, nice enough to call me after each Dole Whip float he had. LOL!

 

[AndyS2992]

That's great, however my advice is to not pressure him as it will only annoy him and make him not want to go even more. Let him think it through himself at his own pace then he'll hopefully come around. Compromise. If he agrees to Disney then you must go where he wants to next time whether you like his choice or not. Fair?

 

[KCheatle]

My DH and I have the same issues. Every time we leave I'm ready to book again! Shoot, I'm ready to book a second trip before we even go on the first trip just so I know that it's there waiting

My advice would be to get all of your Disney-love out on these boards so you don't drive him crazy with it. If I talk about Disney too much at home, I know it drives him nuts and makes him less inclined to spend $1000s to go back. Also, plan some other mini-non-Disney vacations. Just a weekend trip to somewhere a few hours away. For example, last spring we took the kids to Kansas City for the weekend. And, in the summer we went to Adventureland Park in Des Moines, IA for a few days. That really helped him see that (a) I wasn't sheltering my family from all things non-Disney, and (b) that, for the money, you really get a fantastic vacation at Disney compared to vacationing many other places.

 

[ginadee]

I just went in December and did all new things. We did the mini golf which I had never done and loved it. Very cute course. We went to all new restauants and I did the attractions that I cant believe I have never done. Since coming back and getting on the forum I have learned of things I still missed. Have to hit it next time. But picking out all new stuff was really great.

 

[Allygator]

My husband is the same way too except he would rather not go and I only got him to go once back in 2005. So my suggestion to you is go somewhere he likes to go and say you know how you feel about disney well I feel the same way about your vacation. Lol. Hopefully the guilt will kick in.

 

[Glasgow]

I'm somewhat in the same boat Figment. My DW doesn't necessarily enjoy the WDW trips as much as I, hence it gets me a little depressed since I don't have anyone in the house to share the excitement of planning, researching, etc. (the kids get excited but they're not old enough yet to enjoy the planning!) I feel like I'm always trying to force these trips on the family and I don't want it to be like that - I want everyone to share in the excitement! I think it's a little different for me since I've already traveled around the world so I don't need to always see new things - I'm happy to be a repeat visitor to somewhere that I really like .. WDW!

We do generally go once a year so switching things up and coming up with new things to do is key - every time we go I try to plan different restaurants, character dining, experiences, attraction order, which side of the parks to do first, etc. Water parks are the next big thing for us as well -- the kids are just getting to be old enough to enjoy these now I think so we're right there with you!

Good luck!

 

[mrdisman]

As some of you may know after out trip last June my dh was Disneyed out. He left saying he had a really good time but it might be 5 years before he would want to go again. Well yesterday we talked and I think between being away for a while and the awful winter weather he said maybe 2015 might be a go. He said start looking around and if we can do a few new things (water parks, miniature golf and Quest) it might just be in our future. Wish me luck and if you have any ideas how to talk him into a YES from a maybe let me know! THANKS Figgy

Wish you luck!!!

 

[Disnee4Me]

My DH is a creature of habit; liking to go to the same places over and over. Sometime I sneak in a new restaurant and he'll complain if he doesn't like it. But other times, he'll be okay with my pick. We have not been since Christmas-NYE 2009-10, but are going this year (before my Disney $$$s start expiring)...And that is the other problem, he absolutely loves all the decorations at Christmastime, plus the fact that it's not super hot like when we used to go in August, so he only wants to go then, when I tell him now that both DS are in college, we can go in January and save some $$$

 

[Britt]

My advice is to compromise! Go somewhere else this year! Go to the beaches somewhere and rent a beach house! Go camping in the mountains somewhere! It doesn't have to be all Disney, all the time! There are sooooooo many different places to go and experience! I love Disney as much as the next person, but if my hubs was done and didn't want to go back for a few years....I'd try and make the best of other trips

 

[mrdisman]

My advice is to compromise! Go somewhere else this year! Go to the beaches somewhere and rent a beach house! Go camping in the mountains somewhere! It doesn't have to be all Disney, all the time! There are sooooooo many different places to go and experience! I love Disney as much as the next person, but if my hubs was done and didn't want to go back for a few years....I'd try and make the best of other trips

 

[Ariel Savage]

My bf is the opposite. I keep hinting that we don't have to go back to disney, but he loves it (I love it, too, but he doesn't even consider going someplace else).This year, I suggested he do all the planning: he's on the My Experience app choosing fastpass times, choosing restaurants, figuring out strategies for attacking the parks. He's enjoying it even more and it takes some of the pressure off me to make sure every breath is packed with fun. Maybe your husband could choose a day and plan everything. He might find it fun, or at least appreciate all the hard work it takes to get everything together.

 

[Britt]

Listen...I KNOW it sounds crazy! But you HAVE to trust me hahaha

We went to the Grand Tetons last summer and it was AMMMMMMMAZING. Seriously....some of the most stunning views you'll ever see!

Husband, kids and part of the other family we camped with

 

[Mukta]

As some of you may know after out trip last June my dh was Disneyed out. He left saying he had a really good time but it might be 5 years before he would want to go again. Well yesterday we talked and I think between being away for a while and the awful winter weather he said maybe 2015 might be a go. He said start looking around and if we can do a few new things (water parks, miniature golf and Quest) it might just be in our future. Wish me luck and if you have any ideas how to talk him into a YES from a maybe let me know! THANKS Figgy

What is his idea of a great vacation? I would try to incorporate some of those things to turn his maybe into a yes.

 

[mrdisman]

That is nice Britt

 

[Soarin' Over Pgh]

Go without him, lol

My next trip will be a solo one as he has absolutely zero interest in going to disney.

Fine by me, stay home and be miserable. I'll be at the Poly with a dole whip, thanks

 

[mrdisman]

Go without him, lol

My next trip will be a solo one as he has absolutely zero interest in going to disney.

Fine by me, stay home and be miserable. I'll be at the Poly with a dole whip, thanks

are you having a conversation with yourself..lol

 

[Figgy1]

Figgy, that's wonderful news! If the horrid cold temps keep up, you might not have to do a lot of convincing on your own. We are planning a return trip at some point, but nothing solid. DH is still having ankle issues, but things are looking up with that. DS went after Christmas on a band trip, and had a wonderful time at the world. He was also, nice enough to call me after each Dole Whip float he had. LOL!

I'm so sorry to hear he still has ankle problems! Sending prayers and pixie dust! xoxo

 

[Figgy1]

My DH and I have the same issues. Every time we leave I'm ready to book again! Shoot, I'm ready to book a second trip before we even go on the first trip just so I know that it's there waiting

My advice would be to get all of your Disney-love out on these boards so you don't drive him crazy with it. If I talk about Disney too much at home, I know it drives him nuts and makes him less inclined to spend $1000s to go back. Also, plan some other mini-non-Disney vacations. Just a weekend trip to somewhere a few hours away. For example, last spring we took the kids to Kansas City for the weekend. And, in the summer we went to Adventureland Park in Des Moines, IA for a few days. That really helped him see that (a) I wasn't sheltering my family from all things non-Disney, and (b) that, for the money, you really get a fantastic vacation at Disney compared to vacationing many other places.

Thanks we're thinking about going to DC this summer.

 

[Figgy1]

Wish you luck!!!

Thanks sweetie!