Now that I have what I always wanted....

[awalkinthepark]

I have Disney burnout! We moved to FL, we have annual passes, I can go whenever I want(work at home mom with very flexible hours)...and now I don't want anything to do with any theme parks...what the heck is wrong with me? I know part of the problem is the lack of freedom in the parks because somehow I always get left behind with the kids...or it's easier to skip a ride because of the little ones....I think that I have been on a total of 3 rides in 7 visits in the past month. The second part of the problem is my mortgage.....I hate spending the money on the gas to get there when I could be paying down the mortgage that much faster. All I can say is that Disney was a lot more fun when I was single and had the same income that we have now supporting a house and a family of five....what happened to me?!?!!? I do have a better appreciation for the AK...it's much easier to handle with two toddlers than any of the other parks and we all get to do alot more there as far as watching animals and such.

 

[Ringo8n24]

Doesn't sound like Disney burnout to me. It sounds like you just need a break from life. Go to Disney without the kids and relax. See if that cures your burnout. I know what you mean about go there or pay extra to get rid of bills, but you only live once. Enjoy WDW! You are lucky to have the opportunity. :animwink: Every adult needs to visit WDW without the kids sometimes. My husband and I take one trip to WDW each year just for us two and I really appreciate getting to enjoy it in that sense, too. I also take a couple of trips with the little one so she gets her Disney fix, though.

 

[pintraderpayee]

Sounds like everyone with you in the park is on vacation but you...... Time to request some "Me" time


4 days until we are ºoºrlando bound with 27 teens on a school bus for 930 miles of smiles:hammer:

 

[PatsRule]

My wife and I have been to Disney without the kids a few times (most recently 3/24-3/29). It is definitely more relaxing and low-key. We didn't rush through the parks to get on certain rides or plan the whole day around certain things. We had later dinner reservations (after 7:30) and spent a lot of time at the AKL pool. We did the things we wanted to do and we weren't exhausted after. Some of our favorite times were sitting on benches watching other people rush around. It's something we would recommend for any Disney veteran families.

 

[Yoop33]

If I had to guess, I would say that you have the disease commonly known as K.I.D.S. Symptoms would be, ear piercing sounds in the ear, hearing specific words like "NO" and "WHY", Lack of sleep, pounding of the head, and worst of all, theme park disgust. This is not to be confused with "Disney Defeat" which is found more in repeat offenders and sometimes even Cast Members. To cure this disease, a simple dose of an ALONE Disney trip or even with only someone of your relative age would rid of any lasting disease.
In the mean time try to stay hydrated, keep your legs up and get some sleep.
Good Luck

 

[Glasgow]

I had this same ailment when I was in my early 20s. I couldn't understand all of the hype. Now that I have been a couple of times with my wife I couldn't enjoy it more and look forward to the trips more than ever (we go every couple of years). I've got a child on the way in a couple of months though so that could all change!

Anyway, heed the valuable advice from above. Try to relax in the parks and enjoy the ambience as much as the attractions. That has refreshed our experience for sure.

 

[Yellow Shoes]

EVERYTHING is more hassle when you have to do it with toddlers.

And WDW is very stressful with little ones--especially if the other adults have ditched you and left you alone with them. (They need a good talking to!!)

I would suggest that you have Toddler Fatigue and not Disney Burnout.


(Believe me, I know what I'm talking about. I had 3 in 6 years. #1 son is graduating from high school in 6 weeks, and the baby is almost finished with 6th grade. It gets better--it really does.)

 

[PintoColvig]

Ditto on the going to the parks without the kids. The Mrs. and I were able to go alone back in Aug. We had forgotten what it was like to tour the MK without pushing a stroller. Such freedom! Ditch the kids and hit the parks once. You don't have to tell them where you went!

 

[NASAMan]

You know, I love my wife and the time we spend together. Our recent rip to Disneyland Sept '05 will provide memories for a long time. But every so often I get to the Magic Kingdom alone. I buy one of those big cinnamon roles at the bakery on Main Street, take it to the square and sit at the checkerboard watching the little kids play with Goofy. I go to the People Mover - er - TTA and take a couple spins watching the people below and making quick studies of the brief glimpse of Walt's original Epcot model (Progress City above Stitch). I, um, stand in line and get my picture taken with the Princesses - put them on a Photopass and share them back at home. Stake out a nice spot to watch the parade then give it up to some little kids who come late. Go to Tinkerbell's shop and ask for an extra douse of pixie-dust. There is so much fun to have alone, it could really let your batteries recharge. Tell your kids you are going alone to plan a special day for them later, and then do a scavenger hunt (like the VMK quests - see the Main Street Cinema for details) and then have them go to the park without going on a single ride! Watch the parade and shows, go to Tom Sawyer's Island, do transportation (like trains or TTA) but no rides. See how many autographs you can get.
Okay this is getting too long. But I hope you see my point. You are not burned out, just bored with by doing the same thing over and over. Be magical, and magic will find you!