"Afraid" of kids

[Hawkeye]

So, I am the first to preach that Disney has tons to offer childless adult couples visiting. Even single adults. But, if you are going to say you're "afraid" of children (basically the guest's words) ... why in the name of all things would you book a vacation during Christmas - New Year's week, and stay at a Disney resort? I had to room change just such a couple today to get them away from a large group that had lots of young adults staying at my resort. I just don't get it. I mean if you don't have kids, and don't like to be around them, there are *way* better times to book to come visit the parks. Even early in December before most kids get out of school, if you're so wanting to see the holiday decorations.

[Shorty82]

If one doesn't like kids going to WDW is a very BAD idea. There are always kids everywhere, that's the nature of the place.

[hobie16]

They were probably teachers. :D:

[darph nader]

I "Love" the zoo,but I can't stand animals. :confused:

[MyLittleAngels]

Really, I'm more afraid of the parents then the kids. I can usually scare the little ones into submission. :)

Of course, the "parents" in the scenario are often absent, anyway.

[GRUMPY PIRATE]

maybe they saw the movie "Barbarella" and think all kids are like the ones in that movie.

[turkeyham]

Magic Mountain would be bad also. Don't let them on the ride "Spin-out!" A round room with allot of kids. Get that one cranking fast and they lower out the bottom. The kids are stuck next to you and they are there until the ride stops.

I suggest Club Med and make sure that they get a place with no kids near by. How did they survive school? Maybe they were home schooled?

It is better with little kids around. They give you the best answers when you go to theme parks. :)

[Cheshire Figment]

Have one day each week (or maybe just one day a month) when each park is "Adults Only". Set the age at either 18, 20 or 21.

No infants.
No kids in strollers.
No teenagers (unless age is set at 18) with the possible exception of CMs on duty.

Certain attractions can be shut down, such as the child play areas. Stroller Rental does not need to be staffed. And no height checks necessary for rides. No character meals, etc.

[lovethemouse]

Have one day each week (or maybe just one day a month) when each park is "Adults Only". Set the age at either 18, 20 or 21.

No infants.
No kids in strollers.
No teenagers (unless age is set at 18) with the possible exception of CMs on duty.

Certain attractions can be shut down, such as the child play areas. Stroller Rental does not need to be staffed. And no height checks necessary for rides. No character meals, etc.

:eek: The entire place is geared towards kids, with enough to keep adults happy, but I don't think enough adults would make it profitable to do that, perhaps once a year. People who don't like kids shouldn't go to Disney!

[darph nader]

:eek: The entire place is geared towards kids, with enough to keep adults happy, but I don't think enough adults would make it profitable to do that, perhaps once a year. People who don't like kids shouldn't go to Disney!

Figment has a 'good' idea. Include a few 'beverages' and let the fun begin. :D:

[Tinker Bell]

Really, I'm more afraid of the parents then the kids. I can usually scare the little ones into submission. :)

Of course, the "parents" in the scenario are often absent, anyway.

I was thinking this same thing. I'm more afraid or wary of the parents than the children. I like the kids they usually are great and I know how to handle. The parents? I just want to hit a desk until I'm unconscious.

[whopper_49]

They were probably teachers.
One of my favorite quotes is "Teaching would be perfect if it was'nt for the students"

[hobie16]

Have one day each week (or maybe just one day a month) when each park is "Adults Only". Set the age at either 18, 20 or 21.

No infants.
No kids in strollers.
No teenagers (unless age is set at 18) with the possible exception of CMs on duty.
I'd rather see a day where no one between 15 and 25 is allowed. Basically, keep the SG's with attitude out of the park. :D:

[hobie16]

One of my favorite quotes is "Teaching would be perfect if it was'nt for the students"
When I was teaching I would have said, "Teaching would be perfect if it wasn't for management."

[Lasolimu]

I'd rather see a day where no one between 15 and 25 is allowed. Basically, keep the SG's with attitude out of the park. :D:

But that would keep me out, I have a problem with this. Maybe allow them in with a test?

[Zazu]

Have one day each week (or maybe just one day a month) when each park is "Adults Only". Set the age at either 18, 20 or 21.
Make it 21 so they can serve booze without having to watch everyone makes life much simpler. Once/month would be great, but I'll take once/year, so long as the four parks do it on four consecutive days.

Certain attractions can be shut down, such as the child play areas. Stroller Rental does not need to be staffed. And no height checks necessary for rides. No character meals, etc.
Whoa there! There are some short adults, and we will *insist* on our character meals!

[Zazu]

One of my favorite quotes is "Teaching would be perfect if it was'nt for the students"
One faculty lounge I recall had a sign on the wall that said:

"Those who can --- do;
"Those who can't --- teach;
"Those who can't teach --- administrate."

and

"H.L. Mencken didn't know the half of it."

[GRUMPY PIRATE]

:eek: The entire place is geared towards kids, with enough to keep adults happy, but I don't think enough adults would make it profitable to do that, perhaps once a year. People who don't like kids shouldn't go to Disney!

??

the times we go, the adults always out number the kids, and I don't think its the kids who end up paying for everything.

my bet would be that if there were "adults only" days it would be packed!!

[hobie16]

But that would keep me out, I have a problem with this. Maybe allow them in with a test?
Your membership on SGT gives you automatic dispensation.

[Giraffe44]

The other half and I have been visiting WDW since the early 80's. We don't have kids and have always had a fantastic time. Just don't spend much time in the MK, enjoy the energy of kids you don't have to take home and pick your times to do things carefully. One of my best memories is swimming at the AKL pool at 5 a.m. We had it all to ourselves except for the lady cleaning the pool. She was very nice.

Jan. 6 is the 43rd anniversary of the day we got engaged--a big deal for us. We're moving to FL this year and I'm going to apply to be a CM. I know they hire old farts so fingers crossed.:)

[joanna71985]

Have one day each week (or maybe just one day a month) when each park is "Adults Only". Set the age at either 18, 20 or 21.

No infants.
No kids in strollers.
No teenagers (unless age is set at 18) with the possible exception of CMs on duty.

Certain attractions can be shut down, such as the child play areas. Stroller Rental does not need to be staffed. And no height checks necessary for rides. No character meals, etc.

No! I know lots of adults who like character meals, myself included.

[the Cookieing Twiget]

Have one day each week (or maybe just one day a month) when each park is "Adults Only". Set the age at either 18, 20 or 21.

No teenagers (unless age is set at 18) with the possible exception of CMs on duty.


But then I wouldn't be allowed!

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I would be perfectly behaved! I wouldn't touch my cell phone or iPod! I'd just stay quiet and savor the magic . . . like I always do. XDD

Adult only days would make me very sad. D=

[turkeyham]

Last night I went to DL and there were estimated 40,000 guests near Main Street. There was some really noisy folks having fun. I don't think those people who hate being around kids would survive that. YMCA was a royal hit. The dj explained how to do the YMCA correctly. It was so fun. :)

[turkeyham]

When TSI comes up from rehab, don't let these SG get inside the caves. These caves are cluttered with allot of kids. :eek:

[turkeyham]

This month, Disneyland is taking out "Honey, I Shrunk the Audience." Next month they are going to re-open the attraction with "Captain EO." Don't send those guests into the park. There will be allot of the audience and they probably will be kids. :eek:

[DisneyMom]

This month, Disneyland is taking out "Honey, I Shrunk the Audience." Next month they are going to re-open the attraction with "Captain EO." Don't send those guests into the park. There will be allot of the audience and they probably will be kids. :eek:

I'm actually thinking there will be a lot of us 40 somethings there....dunno if the kids today are that familiar with MJ:confused:
Movie did have good effects, though...

[hobie16]

I'm actually thinking there will be a lot of us 40 somethings there....
40 somethings? You're still a Spring chicken which would make me a Fall turkey.

[darph nader]

40 somethings? You're still a Spring chicken which would make me a Fall turkey.

Then I would be an old buzzard. (let's hope this thread doesn't get too 'fowl') :rolleyes:

[GRUMPY PIRATE]

I'm actually thinking there will be a lot of us 40 somethings there....dunno if the kids today are that familiar with MJ:confused:
Movie did have good effects, though...

I thought you last birthday was your 29th?

[DisneyMom]

I thought you last birthday was your 29th?

Ummmm....Yeah! That's the ticket!;)

Be Happy that you are getting better and wiser all the time, guys:)
Who wants to be Cougar Chow anyway?

[turkeyham]

I am in my 40's and my friend from high school, she is a 1st grade teacher.

For those who are scared of kids, a school would not be a good place for those two.

Or Chuckie Cheese would be bad too. Lots of kids running around that area too.

[hobie16]

Who wants to be Cougar Chow anyway?
Decisions, decisions... :cool:

[GRUMPY PIRATE]

Decisions, decisions... :cool:

I'm not sure she realizes what she posted!!

hehehehehhehehehehee

[Main Streeter]

(let's hope this thread doesn't get too 'fowl')
Oh....save me plz. :rolleyes: Exhorbitant pun darph. ;)

[darph nader]

Oh....save me plz. :rolleyes: Exhorbitant pun darph. ;)

Thought you'd like that. :cool:

[ktulu]

Oh....save me plz. :rolleyes: Exhorbitant pun darph. ;)

Thought you'd like that. :cool:

Enough to use one of dem high-falutin' words!

[darph nader]

Enough to use one of dem high-falutin' words!

Okay,,,,Mr techno guy. :rolleyes:

[Kifaru]

Who wants to be Cougar Chow anyway?
Me! Me! Pick me!

[Main Streeter]

Enough to use one of dem high-falutin' words!
Kman, you'd be amazed @ darph's vocabulary! A few times I've had to do a double look & think with his high-falutin words in pms & TXT. darph tones down his language skills on the board so us peons will get it. Really, he does!!

[Main Streeter]

Thought you'd like that. :cool:
Am more astonished you so creatively worked this in. :cool: You never ever cease to boggle. ;) BTW, coasters are very cool. :)

[DisneyMom]

Me! Me! Pick me!


lol!:p:
We'll let the appropriate parties know!;)