So my stand against WDW has begun

captainkidd

captainkidd

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Well, yes and no. We're still going in July and January since we have AP's that we already paid for months ago. However, both trips we're renting points from a DVC member. I also cancelled our trip next August entirely.

I did a lot of reading on these forums last night about the current state of things at DLR versus WDW. Having never been to DLR (first time next summer), I can't speak for those. However, I can speak about the state of WDW. As anyone else here, I love WDW, however, I can't continue to ignore the obvious problems. I liken it to having to shut off a 20 something year old child who keeps asking you for money. If you don't stop giving it to them, they'll never learn, no matter how much you love them.

It isn't the price increases that is driving my decision. It's the lack of improvement I'm seeing at the resort as a whole.

-Yeti, still broken.
-Countless effects on Splash Mountain not working.
-No new E-ticket attractions in 5+ years.
-Disregard for simple maintenance issues at the GF (lightbulbs on Narcooses's.)
-Horrible video condition of Soarin'.
-Shared buses at resorts that charge over $400 per night.
-Lack of action regarding rude visitors (flash photography, smokers.)
-Closing of a classic attraction, simply to add another meet and greet.

These are just a few that I can think of off the top of my head. Disney's utter indifference towards it's "Crown Jewel" has simply left me cold, bitter, and no longer wishing to spend any more money on their park tickets or resorts. Little good it may do, but I intend on sending Disney a letter stating all these reasons and more. Let's just hope that others will follow suit and finally, we'll all get the WDW that once was and we all deserve.
 
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MKCP 1985

MKCP 1985

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These forums have been around for a good number of years and I've been a member long enough to see some things run in cycles. What I would say is consider taking some time away from the forums, go on your Disney World vacation and/or Disneyland vacation, and have a great time.

Some people get overloaded by the information presented in these forums and can lose perspective.

Having just returned from a day of Star Wars weekends at the Hollywood Studios Park, I can tell everyone here that Disney World is still expensive and it is still fun. And after all these decades, it is still hot in Florida in June!
 
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alawrence

alawrence

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DisneyDebNJ said:
See, that may be a difference we have, I would never stoop as low as *try* to make a comment based on where you live but like I said, everyone is entitled to their opinions :) Have a terrific day!!!
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The comment has nothing to do with you, your husband or where you live.

I just needed another example of how his point made no sense and contradicted itself. I took out "WDW" and inserted "Casino". The money part stayed the same.

Please quit trying to turn this conversation, my comments and me into something they/we are not. You have turned a mock letter I wrote into attacking someones character, and hitting below the belt. You took his ever so valued opinion into "This Great Land" and "Freedom of Speech". And now, on my second attempt at an analogy into "Stooping so low" as to profile you and your family being from Atlantic City. I guess my view on his comments, not opinions, has no merit here. It is not the contradiction which he has made, but his opinion and right to make that contradiction which you ever so stringently defend.

Again, I am stating nothing other than the original post made no sense, and contradicted itself.

I am not making another comment on this thread, you may turn me into something else horrible if I disagree with you, or the original poster.
 
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DisneyDebNJ

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alawrence said:
The comment has nothing to do with you, your husband or where you live.

I just needed another example of how his point made no sense and contradicted itself. I took out "WDW" and inserted "Casino". The money part stayed the same.

Please quit trying to turn this conversation, my comments and me into something they/we are not. You have turned a mock letter I wrote into attacking someones character, and hitting below the belt You his ever so valued opinion into "This Great Land" and "Freedom of Speech". And now, on my second attempt at an analogy into "Stooping so low" as to profile you and your family being from Atlantic City. I guess my view on his comments, not opinions, has no merit here. It is not the contradiction which he has made, but his opinion and right to make that contradiction which you ever so stringently defend.

Again, I am stating nothing other than the original post made no sense, and contradicted itself.

I am not making another comment on this thread, you may turn me into something else horrible if I disagree with you, or the original poster.
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Wow sorry you feel that way, but like I said, have a terrific day :)
 
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captainkidd

captainkidd

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So, where should I take the family in 2013? Hershey Park and Amish Country or Virginia for Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown and Water Country USA?
 
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Magical Dreamer

Magical Dreamer

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I'd rather stick a fork in my hand than ever return to Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown.....

Hope that helps.....

It's been about 5 years and our kids (now 17 & 15 ) continue to talk about how awful it was.
 
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bethymouse

bethymouse

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captainkidd said:
So, where should I take the family in 2013? Hershey Park and Amish Country or Virginia for Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown and Water Country USA?
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Either is great, but if you've never been to Lancaster, Pa- Amish Country, it's a must see- although be it a bit commercialized! Add Va. Beach if going to BGW.:);)
 
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UberPlannerMom

UberPlannerMom

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captainkidd said:
So, where should I take the family in 2013? Hershey Park and Amish Country or Virginia for Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown and Water Country USA?
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You should add Kings Dominion in if you head towards Colonial Williamsburg. It isn't as well themed but still fun :) And Colonial Williamsburg is lovely, if you are interested history and details.
 
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ScoutN

ScoutN

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UberPlannerMom said:
You should add Kings Dominion in if you head towards Colonial Williamsburg. It isn't as well themed but still fun :) And Colonial Williamsburg is lovely, if you are interested history and details.
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History, where the country began, active archaeological digs, trades shops, streets where forefathers walked down, most beautiful theme park on Earth, and much more. Anyone who does not like the area should stay visiting movie theaters.
 
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