Is it weird...

[imoan]

... For childless people to go to Disney?

I'm not talking about those fanatics who own only Disney clothing and go every single year. On talking about a normal person who doesn't have kids enjoying a day at the park.

Discuss?

[maucat]

No, not at all.

But I might be biased because I hung out at Disneyland most weekends in high school. Yet somehow only have a couple Disney-themed things (a t-shirt from Target, a hat from the golden anniversary because my old company took us all as a morale booster and got us all the hats).

[housegeek]

I was loling at your posts over there.
I totally have a Mickey Mouse cutting board.

[maucat]

Just responded re: Downtown Disney. Guess my parents and I are all closet Disneyloonies. oops.

[bowies]

The fuck? No. Is it weird that I go to Busch Gardens?

[imoan]

I'm telling you, these are the same people who refuse Christmas presents and no longer give presents to adults the moment a kid's in the picture. Fun is only for children. God, it's going to be a looooong life if you feel that way.

[bowies]

I fear Disney with kids. Those little fun suckers will want naps in the middle of the day or get cranky. Or won't be able to go on the good rides.

I'll join in a side eye of Disney wedding/honeymooners any day of the week though. Or people who side eye Disneyloonies while attending an "exclusive preview of Fantasyland." Snicker.

[fussbucket]

This is totally normal in CA. They have Gay Days at Disneyland and certainly plenty of childless folks go for that alone.

[gbck]

The Mr. and I went before we were trying for kids.

[mortomo]

My parents are going in about a month...just the two of them. They've gone before without any kids along. They just really enjoy going. I don't think they go to Magic Kingdom since that's geared more toward kids, but they really enjoy Epcot.

[housegeek]

Bowies, we ended up taking the bus back at noon nearly every day for lunch and then a nap, for all of us. The heat can really do you in! We'd head back out at about 2-3 and everyone was refreshed, really the way to go if your staying more than 3 days!

[aliceinfairyland]

I have never been to Disney, but I think I'd go without kids. I wouldn't even side eye Disney honeymooners.

[BettyBookWorm]

I don't think so. The rides and shows are pretty entertaining.

[Mrs.Rad888]

I grew up going to Disneyland, but before we got married DH had never been. We were in San Diego for his work, and went for a weekend after we got married. Yes, it was part of our honeymoon, but we weren't the couple wearing the "Bride" and "Groom" Mickey Mouse ears.
For the last couple of years my dad has paid for DH and I, and my bro and SIL and nephew to go to Disney with them and stay at the Grand Californian for a week. We still don't take any kids with us, but we still have fun, in the group or just the two of us.
I guess that makes us retarded.

ETA: And we both buy Disney hats when we get there. We live in WA, there's the chance of us bursting into flame exposed to that much sun all at once.

[macmars45]

H and I went to Disneyland for our honeymoon and had a great time! We got a city pass and also went to California Adventures, Sea World, and Universal Studios as well. Flame away.

[maucat]

Mrs.Rad, I'm jealous that you've gotten to stay at the Grand Californian. My parents live pretty much right down the street, so I never have an excuse to stay at any of the hotels.

Oh, and when I was in high school, I was all about the idea of a wedding at Disney, just without all the characters. But I did want my wedding dress modeled after Sleeping Beauty's gown. Which is one of many reasons I didn't get married at 16.

[macmars45]

Nov 12, 2012 0:18:42 GMT -5 Mrs.Rad888 said:

I grew up going to Disneyland, but before we got married DH had never been. We were in San Diego for his work, and went for a weekend after we got married. Yes, it was part of our honeymoon, but we weren't the couple wearing the "Bride" and "Groom" Mickey Mouse ears.
For the last couple of years my dad has paid for DH and I, and my bro and SIL and nephew to go to Disney with them and stay at the Grand Californian for a week. We still don't take any kids with us, but we still have fun, in the group or just the two of us.
I guess that makes us retarded.

ETA: And we both buy Disney hats when we get there. We live in WA, there's the chance of us bursting into flame exposed to that much sun all at once.

You must live in western WA state. Eastern WA state has plenty of sun.

signed, lives in western WA but was born & raised in eastern WA state.

[housegeek]

I thought y'all in WA just sparkled when the sun comes out

[dixienormous]

I grew up at disneyland. I used to go there to study when I was in high school. As an adult, I love(d) going with friends and H. I look forward to taking Petite Fleur to Disney (land or world) but also the time H and I will be able to spend alone there. I see nothing wrong with enjoying a fantasy-escape into wonderful memories of childhood.

[jane6672]

I've never been, but as long as there are ROLLER COASTERS I would love to go.

[esdreturns]

I don't think so. I've been with kids and without kids. I can safely say going without kids is way more fun.

[smock]

"You and the Little Mermaid can go fuck yourselves."


Anyone know what I'm talking about?

[sparksfly]

No. We went on our honeymoon in October. They had food and wine festival in the World Showcase of Ecpot Center.

And a few years ago, my aunt, uncle, cousin and husband went a few weeks before Christmas.

[PinkSquirrel]

It's really normal and I have friends that insist that you can't truly appreciate Disney until you're an adult/older teen

[partiallysunny]

Nope. Nothing wrong with reliving some childhood memories.

[Deleted]

Going to Disney as childless adults is fine. Haven't you ever heard of drinking around the world at Epcot!?

I only start side-eyeing when you get here:
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[sparksfly]

Nov 12, 2012 10:52:27 GMT -5 @feinicstine said:

Going to Disney as childless adults is fine. Haven't you ever heard of drinking around the world at Epcot!?

I only start side-eyeing when you get here:

I have, and it was FUN! Food and wine festival was the best! They had additional stand selling food, wine and beer from other countries.

And it was amusing watching people stagger out of Epcot at 11am drunk!

[Muddled]

Kids can't go on the best rides.

But I will not be going anytime soon. That place is crawling with the fuckers.

[starrieskies]

I wanted to go to Dinsneyland for our honeymoon, but H said he didn't want to because the lines would be too long.

[margarita]

Not at all. You can get through the parks faster that way, go on some of the best rides, and stay out for an international pub crawl around Epcot.

H and I went a couple of years ago and had a great time.