| | Do any adults like Disney World without bringing kids?Page 1 of 4 (1, 2, 3, 4) | I'm in a bit of a quandry.
I'm a newcomer to Florida, and very excited to explore my new area.
This October, Disney World is having a Food and Wine fair, and as a HUUUUUGE foodie, (watch it, gang, no low blows, there,) I would really like to go several times for day trips.
I already have the annual Florida resident pass.
My issue is that I am interested in inviting nearby POF'ers to join me, but I would prefer that this be an adult only trip, doing adult activities.
Rather than initiate an invitation, and then get stuck doing kid stuff, I thought I would ask for a little feedback from the forum.
Do you think adults would be interested in a kid free Disney date?
Is it fair to ask them to leave their children home? | |
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| Do any adults like Disney World without bringing kids?
Posted: 10/3/2008 7:59:52 PM | | Well you wont make any brownie points with the kids that for sure...it depends on each person, the times I have been to disney I have been with and without my kids...it was fun both ways...(the time without I didn t have any kids, now I cant imagine how they would act if I said I was going to disney without them :P) | |
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Posted: 10/3/2008 9:06:19 PM | ADULT activities at Disney World? I'm sorry, this conjures up images of Minnie and Goofy doing.....nevermind.
Are you talking about a group of people? (All on your 'dime'? Wow, that's generous of you!) Or a single date?
I don't see anything wrong with saying that this is a 'grown up' meet and greet. Besides, this is probably being held at Epcot Center, yes? Kids would find it totally booorring and many parents would enjoy a 'kid free' time.
Besides, if its a single date, not many would want to bring a kid along...unless they use their children as an 'escape route'.
Good Luck | |
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| Do any adults like Disney World without bringing kids?
Posted: 10/3/2008 9:57:26 PM | Perhaps I should modify this, add a little more focus, and take the regional aspect out of the equation.
So, how would one best approach asking a person on a day trip date to a venue that is for adults only,(serving fine wines and international haut cuisine,) but is generally perceived as a serious kid magnet?
"Hi. I'd like to take you to Funland for some Cabernet and pate de fois gras, but would you mind leaving the apple of your eye at home?"
Or is this just a losing proposition?
BTEW, winernotreally, thanks. That's just the kind of input I was looking for. I appreciate it.
Anybody else? | |
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| Do any adults like Disney World without bringing kids?
Posted: 10/4/2008 5:47:28 AM | i think it's a fairly simple proposition that any reasonable adult would be able to understand. plus, who has to actually say to their kid(s), guess what i am going to disney world but you have to stay home?
i hate disney world and everything that it represents, but even i would be interested in checking out such an event. | |
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| Do any adults like Disney World without bringing kids?
Posted: 10/4/2008 6:26:51 AM | Since it's a food and WINE event, I think they would understand leaving the kids at home. It sounds like an awesome event and I hope you have the time of your life! Let us know how it goes. Juli
PS - I don't think I've ever heard anyone say they hate DW. I think it's one of the most magical places on earth. | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 6:36:19 AM | | I've been to Disney World and Disney Land without a child in tow. It's much more fun, in my book. I think if you make it clear you are asking someone on a "date" that should be enough information for a woman to understand you don't want junior along. | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 8:40:26 AM | I don't see why you shouldn't make it an adult entertainment event for POF'ers... so many times they complain about just meeting a bars anyway with no other options... and October Fest sounds like SO much fun and gets a group out to an event to actually get familiar with a few your curious about.... go for it... see what happens ... post it in the bulletin.....   | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 9:56:02 AM | | Dude!!!! I have been to WDW over twenty times. I have been as a solo adult now three times. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. You can do what you want when you want and how you want. Sure there is kids stuff there but what of it? After all what is a grandpa but a little boy with lots of experience? If I lived there, which I will next year, please do set one of those up. Heck when I get moved I will help you set it up and we will have a blast. Way I look at it if I find a gal who enjoys the MK as much as I do we have a lot in common already and thats a good start. | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 12:43:19 PM | ^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Oh puhleeze! There are plenty of adults who enjoy rides and exhibits without bringing children along! It doesn't make one a pedophile. A wine tasting is not an opportunity to get drunk. You do know they serve beer and wine in the cafes at Disney, right? | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 12:43:53 PM | This thread keeps bothering me.
You want to get drunk around kids?
Did anyone else see the show about the pedophiles going to theme parks?
Disney World is putting on a food and wine fair "This October, Disney World is having a Food and Wine fair," Nobody said anything about getting drunk. What an extreme leap of thinking: drinking some wine at a wine and food fair does not equate with drunkeness.
And another leap: anyone who goes to Disney World or Disneyland w/o a child is a potential pedophile? | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 12:51:13 PM | Guess you don't know what a question is the "?" was clearly at the end of the sentences. I also would like to note that when the man was asked about why he didn't ask people in Florida, he seemed to change the subject matter. That is why my gut is that this is a bit  and why I ASKED QUESTIONS. I am guessing some people must feel pretty guilty if their reaction is to defend right away when there is nothing to defend | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 12:54:27 PM | You are reading too much into the responses Chaotic. I don't feel the least bit guilty about going to the state fair every year with ADULTS.
He wasn't asked if he knew people in Florida to ask. It was suggested he go to the Florida forums to arrange an outing such as this. | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 12:57:18 PM |
Guess you don't know what a question is the "?" was clearly at the end of the sentences. I also would like to note that when the man was asked about why he didn't ask people in Florida, he seemed to change the subject matter. That is why my gut is that this is a bit and why I ASKED QUESTIONS. .
I thought your questions were rhetorical, not expecting direct answer but posed to make a point.
I am guessing some people must feel pretty guilty if their reaction is to defend right away when there is nothing to defend
Huh? I don't even know how to respond to this...the only thing that comes to mind is to ask you a rhetorical question: What planet do you live on? I realize that's sarcastic and not very nice...but you are simply not making any sense. | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 1:02:55 PM | Guess what as explained, nothing rhetorical. They were QUESTIONS.
It is much easier to post on local than to post on the other fora. The guidelines are easier and target audience seems to be Florida.
Our fairs don't have alcohol. | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 1:19:44 PM | | No, I don't see a problem with it. I remember waiting till my daughter was with her dad to go to awww crap that waterpark in Atlanta (it's been awhile can't remember the name). Personally, I love amusement parks. I did make it up to her later and take her!!! But that's just my opionion. | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 3:30:14 PM | | I would go in a heartbeat! I have never been to disney but I love amusement parks!I live 5 min from hershey park and I like to go every year. I dont always go with my children, although they are grown now I go with my friends. | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 4:43:55 PM | To most of you that responded, thank you. You have given me some great feedback.
The idea here was for a private date, one on one. But I wouldn't be opposed to going if someone here in Florida wanted to shoulder the responsibility of coordinating all the arrangements for a POF group thang.
Now, my Chaotic one. Where do I start?
A. If you read my profile, you would have noticed I don’t drink alcohol, (because of adult onset diabetes.) But, given my 25 years working as a server and manager in restaurants, and studying a bit of oenology, (wine science, thinking of becoming a sommelier at one time,) I know how to taste wine without getting hammered. (Hint- you spit it out.)
B. Early in the post, people were getting stuck on the venue (Disney,) rather than the solution to my dilemma, ( is it fair to have an adult date and expect my date to leave their children at home.) So, I didn’t change the subject. I tried to focus the readers on my issue.
C. If I had pedophilic (is that even a word?) inclinations, wouldn’t I want to have the kiddies join us?
D. And finally, the reason I wanted to do this in general forum rather than Florida only was to get many viewpoints. Even yours.
Just because I disagree with your assumptions, doesn’t mean I want you to stop. Child advocacy is a noble cause. Keep a watchful eye out.
It’s just not an issue, here.
But thank you. | |
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Posted: 10/4/2008 4:56:52 PM | I was 27 the first time I went to Disney World and when I saw Cinderella, I cried.
My ex-husband gave me a trip to Disney as a shower present, not as a honeymoon, but because he couldn't believe I had never been there. For those of us who didn't experience Disney as a child, it will still get us as an adult every time.
I think regardless of your age, Disney will always hold a special magic for everyone. I think your invitation is generous and if it is not appreciated as extended, maybe you should look for someone who will appreciate it. | |
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