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Walt Disney World from an Outside Perspective
Today we’re taking a different look at Walt Disney World. One that is mostly for newcomers to the Resort, but it can be read by all. We are taking a look at Walt Disney World from an outside perspective – why those who aren’t fans dislike it so much.
“Disney World is for kids. Why would any adults have fun or want to go there?”
Well actually that’s a good question. I don’t blame anyone for asking this, because if you rarely go and don’t know much about it, that’s what you’re forced to assume. And it’s not like that at all. Disney isn’t just for kids – it’s for children, teens, adults, and even elderly folks! (Well, at least most parts.)
So really by saying this you’re not giving Disney enough credit for what they have. I think they’ve worked extremely hard and succeeded at having a land that everyone can enjoy. What’s here for adults you ask? Well, here’s just a little list:
- American Idol Experience
- Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster
- Tower of Terror
- Downtown Disney
- World Showcase
That’s just to name a few. There’s plenty other attractions, areas, restaurants, and overall fun for adults in the Resort.
VIDEO: Part II of my answer comes in the form of a video. Not one I made, but one by the comedian and bad driver Tim Babb.
Click here to watch Tim explain why it’s fun for adults to go to Disney as well as what the founding principles were for the company.
Comments? I would love to hear your thoughts. Do you like Disney World? Do you get criticized for it? Maybe you’re one of those who criticizes it! I’d love to hear from you too. All thoughts are welcome in the comments!
I. Watt, and 3 others are discussing. 
Tigger59 7:23 am on January 28, 2010 Permalink |
My husband and I have no kids and love going to WDW. We spent our honeymoon there and have gone back 4 time since — in 2000, 2006, 2008 and 2009. We also hope to go back in 2014 for our 25th anniversary and maybe sooner than that!
We visit all 4 parks, spending most of our time in Epcot, specifically World Showcase.
You most definitely don’t have to be a kid or have kids to have fun.
Matt 7:05 am on January 29, 2010 Permalink |
So you’re a living witness that adults can enjoy themselves too!
Thanks for sharing, I love Epcot too. =)
Tigger59 7:27 am on January 29, 2010 Permalink |
I should add that on our most recent visit in August/September 2009, I was 50 and my husband was 56 (almost 57). We often see many other childless couples (no kids or grandkids) and quite often, see couples older than us!
Walt Disney said that Disneyland (the same applies to WDW) was for kids of all ages!
People who think they or their kids are too old for Walt Disney World, don’t know what they’re missing!!!
chris 11:17 am on January 29, 2010 Permalink |
I can’t even imagine not going just because you don’t have kids. We went before we had kids and had a blast. Nowthat I have kids, I occasionally go with my girlfriends. I worried about telling other moms that I sometimes take a quick weekend (it’s easy because I’m in NC) and go down there without them but every mom I’ve told that I do this has said the same thing: I want to do that too! And then they always start listing things they would do.
Disney is fun. It’s fun on a lot of different levels. You certainly don’t need kids to enjoy it.
Matt 7:12 pm on January 29, 2010 Permalink |
I completely agree – those are all very good points, Chris and Tigger! Thanks for sharing. =)
Angela 7:26 pm on February 3, 2010 Permalink |
I’m 24 and I’ve been to Disney World 12 times… most of those times being while in University. I live in Canada and always drive, so this is with 4 total days driving time to get there and back! I’m going again in 5 weeks, once in the summer, and my boyfriend and I have already decided that when we get married we’re going there for our honeymoon. I can’t wait to have kids so that I can bring them… but I defined don’t need children to enjoy it, and even when I do have kids I probably will go on occasional trips without them
Matt 6:02 am on February 5, 2010 Permalink |
4 days driving time?! Now that’s dedication, there Angela! Thanks for sharing, I completely agree. You don’t need kids to enjoy WDW.
I know people who take WDW trips without their kids too, so I think it’s probably needed/wanted every so often. =)
I. Watt 12:52 pm on March 31, 2010 Permalink |
My experience in attempting to organize a family vacation to WDW has been rather negative! I can’t believe that WDW can’t afford a universal toll-free phone for potential customer queries! After being on the line for 5 minutes and answering a multitude of questions I was informed that I was put in line for the next available “agent” which would be about 10 minutes! I tried email to get a response to my questions re dining plans and I’m still waiting any kind of reply other than the universal “thank you for your query..we’ll be in touch” (5 days and counting!) I’m totally surprised that an organization with such a sterling reputation for customer service can operate in such a shoddy manner! Communication appears to be a major problem area for WDW. Trip is now on hold for time being.
Matt 5:20 pm on March 31, 2010 Permalink |
I’m definitely sorry you had such a bad experience with booking your vacation. You used the 1-407-W-DISNEY number?
If so and you still had negative results, then that’s unacceptable. Disney usually has a high reputation for customer service and tiny details, so this must have been a rare experience. Let me know if you continue to have problems.
I would like to hear how it turns out.
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