How To Convince Fiance To Go To WDW

[HakunaMatata89]

if it helps, im available and I love Disney.

 

[MMFanCipher]

I had never been to WDW before, but my wife-to-be had. When she suggested it for our honeymoon, I thought about it and since I didn't have anywhere else in mind I said sure. We had a blast and now I'm the bigger Disney fan than she is.

You could always tell him if you don't go to WDW he can sleep on the couch on your honeymoon!
Happy wife, happy life!

 

[BigRedDad]

Not sure what you can do to convince him. You can bribe him until he is there and see how it goes from there. Not sure I could be married to a non-Disney person.

 

[kniquy]

I could see how he may not want to honeymoon at WDW having never gone and maybe was envisioning more of a adult only resort trip. I guess you could just plan for an Orlando trip with a stay at WDW but look at all the other parks and things to do in the area. Or do some sort of compromise with a few days at Disney then a few days at Disney vero beach -- to top off the trip. There is so much to see an do in FL that you could always compromise and see what he really wants and do a little of both.

It isn't about you or him only it is about compromise and doing what you both want. Port canveral isn't very far from WDW so you could do a short cruise for him and a few days at Disney for you. There really are unlimited options.

I am sure we will all be interested in knowing how this all works out.

 

[LAKid53]

Explain to him how fun drinking around the world is ...

And show him @BuddyThomas trip reports for motivation.

If all else fails, bribes work...

 

[LAKid53]

I notice that the original poster has basically fled the interview and has never returned.

Possibly because she was instructed to dump her fiancée (!!) or to just go where he wants? I dunno. Just wondering out loud. Maybe it was just Katiebug messing with us again.

Okay, Buddy, who is Katiebug? I keep reading about this particular member on other posts. Is she one of THOSE guests?

 

[BuddyThomas]

Okay, Buddy, who is Katiebug? I keep reading about this particular member on other posts. Is she one of THOSE guests?

LOL, no. She created this classic troll thread that has hundreds and hundreds of responses and she never returned once. Do a search of "unmagical day in the magic kingdom " and it should pop right up. Fun reading!

 

[LAKid53]

LOL, no. She created this classic troll thread that has hundreds and hundreds of responses and she never returned once. Do a search of "unmagical day in the magic kingdom " and it should pop right up. Fun reading!

Nah, I'll take your word for it....

 

[DfromATX]

I've had the pleasure of taking work friends to WDW over the years. Almost every time they go in kicking and screaming, and finish the day by saying "now I get it". It's not solely about the rides, although they're unique and fun. It's about the food, the booze, the décor, the people watching, the landscaping - it's about the vibe of being there. Sounds kinda wishy-washy, but it's the kind of thing that you need to experience before you can appreciate it.

I of course completely agree with you, but some people just may not like Disney. For example, my brother. He's so anti-Disney and the worst part is that he's never been. He just laughs in amazement when we plan our trips. He'll say, "How many trips this time?" So... he's not someone I would even want to go with because I feel like he'd ruin the trip and I would be responsible for his happiness while there. Maybe it's better the OP finds this out before the marriage! (Yes, I am just kidding about that part.)

For the OP, maybe for your honeymoon, pick a place that you both dream of going to. I agree with another poster that as much as I love Disney, I might even choose a different honeymoon destination. For a honeymoon, I wouldn't want to be around all those kids and crowds either. There's just so many other places in the world to visit that would be fun for newlyweds. Maybe when you start having children, you take a vacation there and when he sees the magic in your children's eyes, he'll get it. Then you'll have the rest of your lives to go.

 

[LAKid53]

@BuddyThomas

I lied. My curiosity got the better of me. So I searched and found that post. And as soon as I read the opening sentences, the light bulb went off. God, I remember that post - I was one of the 11 thousand plus who got sucked into commenting. And I even thought, "Is this Princess Kaylee", another borderline troller who hasn't been back since we smacked her down over Animal Kingdom....

 

[DfromATX]

@BuddyThomas

I lied. My curiosity got the better of me. So I searched and found that post. And as soon as I read the opening sentences, the light bulb went off. God, I remember that post - I was one of the 11 thousand plus who got sucked into commenting. And I even thought, "Is this Princess Kaylee", another borderline troller who hasn't been back since we smacked her down over Animal Kingdom....

I remember Princess Kaylee. I wasn't sure if she was a troll or just odd. She would respond to posts and didn't disappear like KatieBug did so I guess it was the latter. I haven't been on here in a while. What happened to her?

 

[LAKid53]

I remember Princess Kaylee. I wasn't sure if she was a troll or just odd. She would respond to posts and didn't disappear like KatieBug did so I guess it was the latter. I haven't been on here in a while. What happened to her?

I don't know. She started a thread about the New Balance runDisney shoes, made her usual off the wall comments...and I've not read a post from her since.

Glad she's quiet. She got a little wacko about the treatment of animals at Sea World. Sad thing is, she was just plain wrong. Individuals who have good intentions, but inaccurate information, really make it hard for conservationists.

 

[DfromATX]

I don't know. She started a thread about the New Balance runDisney shoes, made her usual off the wall comments...and I've not read a post from her since.

Glad she's quiet. She got a little wacko about the treatment of animals at Sea World. Sad thing is, she was just plain wrong. Individuals who have good intentions, but inaccurate information, really make it hard for conservationists.

I think I remember that post. I also remember one about Living with the Land and how she didn't like that ride because she didn't like the thought of being on a ride above the fish people would be eating for dinner... something like that. Oh well...

I think some people, including myself, come and go on this website. I tend to switch between Disney and cruise websites. I've been missing Disney lately, so here I am again. I see you and other "regulars" whose names I recognize and also a lot of new posters.

 

[Walt Disney1955]

My fiance thinks that Disney World is just for kids. What kinds of things can I tell him to convince him it's not just for kids and that people won't think we're weird for wanting to go to WDW for our honeymoon? I've seen the various bars and nightclubs, but is there anything else about Disney World that might say hey it's not just for little kids? Maybe if he sees other people talking about it, it will convince him.

Impossible to convince someone who doesn't want to see it. I used to try with people but I felt what was the point? I don't need to justify it to anyone. I know what it really is. But the way it gets marketed people figure they know what they need to know about it and there is no changing some minds. It is hard to convince someone to do this. Going on a trip you figure is only for kids is not something I would do either with my money or my vacation time from work. Eye witness accounts from people you know might help. Or have him read things on these boards. I'm a married father of three kids, perfectly normal life I lead and I couldn't think of a better place to go.

 

[graphite1326]

I can't imagine breaking off an engagement because my significant other doesn't obsess over Disney

Spoiler: Spoiler

only if they hate Lady Gaga

I like the suggestion of coming for a quick trip for a couple days to show him around. If he doesn't care for it, definitely look for somewhere that the both of you will enjoy.

I am married now but if, God forbid, I became single again, being a WDW lover would be a prerequisite for any future dating.

 

[Uncle Lupe]

You are the woman. You tell him not convince him.

 

[eeyoremum]

Or maybe go where he wants... Not all about you...

No, but it needs to all be about him!

As an old married lady, 24 years, it is all about compromise. If he doesn't want to spend your honeymoon at Disney go another time. Discuss various options and pick one you both agree on.

Next year is our 25. I want to go to Disney but that is my thing. He goes every few years to appease me but would be happy if he never went again. He wants to go to San Fransisco and tour Alcatraz, not my thing.

We haven't pinned down what exactly our 25th trip will be but I can tell you we will both agree and not convince the other to do/go something they don't want to.

 

[LAKid53]

As an old married lady, 24 years, it is all about compromise. If he doesn't want to spend your honeymoon at Disney go another time. Discuss various options and pick one you both agree on.

Next year is our 25. I want to go to Disney but that is my thing. He goes every few years to appease me but would be happy if he never went again. He wants to go to San Fransisco and tour Alcatraz, not my thing.

We haven't pinned down what exactly our 25th trip will be but I can tell you we will both agree and not convince the other to do/go something they don't want to.

Do San Francisco. My parents honeymooned in San Francisco and celebrated several anniversaries in the City. They always stayed at the Drake, which is near Union Square.

One warning about Alcatraz. Over 70,000 birds live on the island. If it's a warm, sunny day, the smell is overwhelming. But you'll get beautiful views of the City from the Rock. Tickets can go fast- it's a very popular tour. They used to do a sunset cruise around Alcatraz - don't know if they still do, but out in the Bay at sunset would be wonderful.

If you don't want to tour the island, give him a kiss, wish him well on the tour, and then head over to Union Square for some shopping. Tiffany's, Anne Klein, Ralph Lauren, all the major designers have stores. The ferry terminal has been renovated and is now an indoor market.

Oh, don't visit the last week of June. Big celebrations that week, booked hotels. But not matter when you visit, make sure to pack a jacket - it's chilly at night. We drove up in September from LA one year. It was bloody hot in LA - so glad I packed a sweater.... We ended up in a little coffee shop drinking hot chocolate, it was that chilly...

My favorite city - beautiful, fantastic food, so many shops, galleries to see. NYC without, well, NYC.

Congratulations on your upcoming 25th!

 

[Santa Raccoon 77]

I LOVE going to WDW.. LOVE IT.. but I am not 100% sold on it being a great Honeymoon location, especially for 2 people where 1 in the party may or may not be open to giving it a fair shot right away..

Don't get me wrong, my wife and I have a BLAST every time we go, and some of our most memorable events have happened there.. but IMO the Honeymoon should be about enjoying each other and growing together.. spending time alone, and spending time experiencing things together to help relax after a very busy and tiring wedding season.

For our honeymoon we would do a day alone together around the resort, then a day of out of resort experiences, and it was a perfect opportunity to rest and really just enjoy each others company.

I have seen how much sometimes a whining kid has ruined trips for people who are just standing by. Or an unexpected long wait or 2, or 6, can ruin a persons first trip to where they don't ever care to go back(don't want to throw away that vacation spot for the rest of your life do you). I am not sure bringing them to WDW when it's already a touchy subject, will be a good idea. Seems like a recipe for disaster.. Fiance + screaming kids + expensive trip they may or may not love(I know they will if they are open about the kid and adult things that WDW offers) = 1-2 weeks into a marriage having a big What the French moment..

Start the marriage off right and I think the Hawaii or Hawaii idea is by far the best one out there.. and then a trip to WDW can come at a later point when said fiance has opened up the mind about the wonders of WDW.

I'm at the point I just hope when I have kids they love it as much as I do, and they want to go as often as I do.

ftfy