Snack price increases?

[Goofyernmost]

You simply laid out excuses. Go look at their financials, the parks have seen a decline in attendence and gouging is what is keeping their profit margins up. Clearly, an attendence drop shows that there people voting with their wallets to go elsewhere.

So, I have three children and exactly how do I handle meals at least twice in a park day and snacks? I can't bring in that amount of food per their own policies. It's price gouging. I can't believe that some of you keeping making the same excuses. I notice how you guys always like to gloss over the fact that the prices have exploded and are way, way off the histotical norm. Up until Iger's full reign here, the pricing wasn't out of control and beyond sane. My goodness, how naive of some of us to think that three meals at a quick service at $40 is absurd and unacceptable?

I darn well know supply and demand and per their own numbers, visitor attendence is down in FL and per @WDW1974, we know that they're playing games with little they are reporting to make them seem better. Demand is down, prices are up to not only make up any loss in demand, but to further improve operating margins.

I don't, I stay offsite. I have breakfast before I go there, I usually have a quick service something at lunch time. Take a break from the parks, (because I never wanted the experience comparable to the Baton Death March) go offsite for a short break, have dinner and go back for the evening. A Mickey Bar, a couple of those insanely expensive ice cold waters and that is pretty much my day. I don't go to WDW to eat, I realize many people do, so I don't really care if they do or not, it is up to them. However I am not sweating the small stuff. Even back when prices were, what we consider to be low today, they were still expensive based on personal income at the time.

If I even cared about what WDW1974 said, it isn't hard to figure out that it isn't an long term solution. That philosophy will quickly catch up to them. Again, it's the choices we make as individuals that hold that stuff together. As far as the Mickey Bars are concerned, I will still buy one during my trip, because of nostalgia, but, that will be 4 or more less then what I used to buy, I'm not sure how that put them ahead in profits. However, if they found the magic incantation that makes that happen, I do not care. When they reach my saturation (which they are really close to, if they haven't already crossed the line) I will stop finding it a good return for my money.

I see the sometimes incredible numbers that people are spending for a WDW vacation and it makes me just shudder. Just last November I spent two weeks exploring parts of Europe. France, Italy and Spain to be exact. Then hopped on a trans-Atlantic cruise (all inclusive) that also made stops in other parts of France, Italy And Spain plus the week long luxury cruise before arriving in Fort Lauderdale and it cost, for two people, just a little under $7K. There are other very fun and interesting options out there besides large foam headed mice. You all take WDW and especially Disney way to seriously. They are going to keep going up in prices until everyone stops paying it, until then it is useless to whine about it.

 

[21stamps]

If I were playing a drinking game where I took a shot every time I read one of your posts where you mention all of your up sell experiences, I think I'd get drunk really fast. This post is worth 2 shots: brag brag.

What should I mention? Join you in saying that WDW was horrible and I had a miserable time?
I can't do that, because it isn't true.

I'm sorry that you look at someone who actually enjoyed their vacay as bragging..on a site about WDW vacations- it should be doom and gloom only, right?
The cabana isn't a huge deal.. it's just a pool cabana, I'm sure plenty of people have been in one before. EMM, yes I hope people read my posts and choose to do it.,and I hope that they enjoy it as much as we did.

 

[Bandini]

I've seen several posts where people are suggesting bringing your own food into the park. So do you rent lockers to stash the food or do you drag it around with you? I've seen this work for people with strollers, but I can't imagine lugging around a backpack filled with food.

 

[Bandini]

What should I mention? Join you in saying that WDW was horrible and I had a miserable time?
I can't do that, because it isn't true.

I'm sorry that you look at someone who actually enjoyed their vacay as bragging..on a site about WDW vacations- it should be doom and gloom only, right?
The cabana isn't a huge deal.. it's just a pool cabana, I'm sure plenty of people have been in one before. EMM, yes I hope people read my posts and choose to do it.,and I hope that they enjoy it as much as we did.

Brag brag: that's 2 more shots!

 

[21stamps]

I've seen several posts where people are suggesting bringing your own food into the park. So do you rent lockers to stash the food or do you drag it around with you? I've seen this work for people with strollers, but I can't imagine lugging around a backpack filled with food.

I bring a few snack and bottles of water in my backpack or handbag.

 

[George]

Sorry guys. I pay a ton extra each trip to help Disney out. I'll try and step it up. I hold myself responsible for the increase in snacky poo prices. Maybe my tactic of leaving 7 or 8 grand on my pillow the day I check out isn't the best.

 

[21stamps]

Brag brag: that's 2 more shots!

You're kind of odd. I'll leave it at that. Have a good day.

 

[Daveeeeed]

What should I mention? Join you in saying that WDW was horrible and I had a miserable time?
I can't do that, because it isn't true.

I'm sorry that you look at someone who actually enjoyed their vacay as bragging..on a site about WDW vacations- it should be doom and gloom only, right?
The cabana isn't a huge deal.. it's just a pool cabana, I'm sure plenty of people have been in one before. EMM, yes I hope people read my posts and choose to do it.,and I hope that they enjoy it as much as we did.

It's not a horrible time, but it is severely overpriced for the services, quality, and new additions you get. I've been to WDW all my life every year, but it's just disappointing to say the least when you have to go out of your way to save money on what is supposed to be a magical vacation.

 

[LuvtheGoof]

You continue to imply that meals at QS locations are of such large portions that families should be splitting meals instead of being offended by the price point. When gas prices rise, do you and your wife share the same vehicle and only fill it with enough gas to reach your destination?

Wow, bad analogy. I never said that they have to split. Only that it is ONE option out of many that will help defray the high cost of food. Did you even read that I completely AGREE that the prices are getting outrageous???????

 

[Mr Ferret 75]

For an aditional charge you can all have a popcorn meme to use on this thread. Premium members get one in their membership pack.

 

[drizgirl]

It's not a horrible time, but it is severely overpriced for the services, quality, and new additions you get. I've been to WDW all my life every year, but it's just disappointing to say the least when you have to go out of your way to save money on what is supposed to be a magical vacation.

Yes, that. I don't think people would still be going if they were having a horrible time. But they see the trajectory the parks are on and don't like it. They feel their enjoyment diminishing. It's not by any means horrible, but the enjoyment isn't what it used to be.

 

[LuvtheGoof]

It's not a horrible time, but it is severely overpriced for the services, quality, and new additions you get. I've been to WDW all my life every year, but it's just disappointing to say the least when you have to go out of your way to save money on what is supposed to be a magical vacation.

And that is where some of us disagree. I've been going there for almost 40 years, lived as a local for many years, and we still find excellent value for our vacation dollar there. Granted, we are in a different zone so to speak, as we have DVC to defary resort costs, and buy APs every year for our multiple trips, so we only pay for admission for one trip, and the others are free. We know what places we like to eat and how to save money. We also eat at V&A's almost every year. We can afford for each of us to get our own meal at a QS, but since it's too much food, why would we? We don't really care for Mickey bars or snacking in the parks, so rarely buy them. Wetzel's Pretzel's at DS is one of our snack locations.

 

[drizgirl]

And that is where some of us disagree. I've been going there for almost 40 years, lived as a local for many years, and we still find excellent value for our vacation dollar there. Granted, we are in a different zone so to speak, as we have DVC to defary resort costs, and buy APs every year for our multiple trips, so we only pay for admission for one trip, and the others are free. We know what places we like to eat and how to save money. We also eat at V&A's almost every year. We can afford for each of us to get our own meal at a QS, but since it's too much food, why would we? We don't really care for Mickey bars or snacking in the parks, so rarely buy them. Wetzel's Pretzel's at DS is one of our snack locations.

That explains a lot. I think the value calculation is very different for a DVC owning local than it is for a typical once a year (or something along that line) visitor.

 

[Courtney6682]

Well, she made it a point to post pictures of it on a thread. I figured she wanted everyone to know how she spent her money on her vacation, since she posted photos and mentioned she was staying at the GF, and she mentioned the great value of Disney's up sells.

Brag brag: that's 2 more shots!

But why is it bragging when @21stamps is simply telling us about her vacation? Would you rather hear her say she had 7 in a room at ASMu? That her son slept in the tub because all the beds had bugs and they had to share one meal a day? Since when did everyone have to vacation or spend THEIR MONEY the same as others? Just because we vacation differently it doesn't make it wrong .

 

[Hakunamatata]

I would assume that if you are spending money on a vacation spot, it's because you enjoy it. Based on your response I guess it's not true for you. Try to lay off the insults and stick to the discussion. I know it's hard for you, but try real hard.

On the contrary. I quite enjoy my WDW vacations.

On the topic of your assumption. Do you actually read some of the responses on this board? People complaining about their terrible experiences with (fill in the blank) and how its not worth the money and then reacting like they dont know how they are going to afford their next Disney vacation because of price increases or the cost in general. Vacationing is not required by law, say like having health care, or paying taxes. So I believe your assumption is not correct.

 

[21stamps]

That explains a lot. I think the value calculation is very different for a DVC owning local than it is for a typical once a year (or something along that line) visitor.

This is something that I thought about during my trip. I met a woman who purchased DVC while there. I have friends who own and love it.

I briefly chatted with the person at a DVC booth at the resort. She exclaimed that based on my 2 most recent trips that I would save money, and that I should take the tour. I almost did, then decided against it. No reason to waste a Morning when I knew I probably wouldn't buy. It doesn't make sense for me and the way we travel. It does make sense for others. Value is such a personal determination.

 

[NearTheEars]

And why would you pay $14 for what you call is a sub-mediocre burger??????? Go to Yak & Yeti and get a Dim Sum Basket for two or the Lettuce Cups for two for about the same price as the burger. Add an adult beverage, and you're right about $20 dollars or so, and a much better meal to boot.

People are frustrated because they would like to have a quality (full) meal at a reasonable price. Just telling them not to buy it doesn't solve the problem. I'm with you on sharing meals, we do it all the time, but I know that's not an option for everyone. Our $12 meals aren't the norm, and really not comparable to this discussion.

 

[LuvtheGoof]

That explains a lot. I think the value calculation is very different for a DVC owning local than it is for a typical once a year (or something along that line) visitor.

Absolutely true. Our next trip in a few months is at Kidani. For us, the resort price for our entire stay is $756 (the cost of our dues for the points needed). Those cash paying customers - $4,214 - not including tax!! So we save $3,458 just on the room. We can buy a lot of food for $3500.

EDit to add: and our APs that we have already paid for are good for our next 3 trips in 2017, so no cost there either.

 

[LuvtheGoof]

People are frustrated because they would like to have a quality (full) meal at a reasonable price. Just telling them not to buy it doesn't solve the problem. I'm with you on sharing meals, we do it all the time, but I know that's not an option for everyone. Our $12 meals aren't the norm, and really not comparable to this discussion.

Only trying to point out that there are other options besides a sub-par burger. Nothing more. As I have stated - I AGREE that the prices are getting ridiculous, and even though we can afford any of it, we still look for ways to save where we can.

 

[Hakunamatata]

A nickle because everything is perfect there.

Interesting. I was under the impression they paid you to eat snacks in those parks.