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[Shawnam1868]

My dh is not coming with us on our July trip, so I am trying to convince him that just the 2 of us shoudld go for my birthday. He is hesitant because he thinks Disney is only for kids. We do have a trip to Las Vegas scheduled in early September that I am willing to sacrifice for this. I'm asking for some help coming up with "adulty" things. I told him we could ride ToT and RnR 10 times in a row if we want. And I explained we could walk around WS and not rush to just finish Kidcot stuff. He's only been once and it was with the kids. I priced it out and if we can get the free dining, it would only be like $900 to stay in a value resort. Of course, I'm sure once I get back from staying at the Contemporary I will want to upgrade. I told him I will give him my "presentation" tomorrow night, so please please please tell me some adulty stuff.

****I totally made up the word adulty and I'm not sorry.

[cburke]

go to your libriary and see if they have this book. that book should do the trick
Birnbaum's Walt Disney World Without Kids 2008. i know my lybrairy has it to check out so you don't have to buy it.

[disney_duke]

Love the new word, I may use it!
I'm doing the same to convince my DH that it will be so much more fun w/o kids when we go in 2011 for the Marathon. He doesn't have a choice, he's going, but I'm telling him how much better it will be.

Personally, I think the best part about going w/o kids is the relaxed pace you can take. If you want to sit and linger over your morning coffee... go ahead. If you want to take a break on a bench... go ahead. And like you said, if you want to ride EE or ToT 10 times in a row... go ahead!!! There's no kids there to nag, nag, nag you that they're bored!!!

Or, on the flip-side, think of the commando pace you could take too! You could get up super early, be at every rope drop, race around for the big ones, snag all your FP's.... you could accomplish, really, so much more without kids. So there's 2 ways of looking at this.

Not to mention the other things. He may enjoy a round of golf, a fishing excursion, a carriage ride (POFQ), or just rent a boat for an afternoon. Maybe some resort-hopping to explore your choices for your next trip. And the time you could spend really taking in the ambience of World Showcase. Really take your time in each country, sample some beverages.... it sounds like a great trip for you guys. I hope you can convince him!!

[CinderAbby]

I have two words for you : my mother!!

Years ago, my mother swore off Disney "This is my last trip, I'm not going again." We had been 8 or 9 times already by that time. But at the end of the trip, driving back to the airport, out of my mother's mouth came the sentence "The next time we come here..." Since then, she's been 3 times. And all were adults only trips. The first time it was me (I was 22) mom and dad, next was just mom and dad and the last was mom and a friend (don't get me started on that trip though). If Disney were just for kids, mom never would have gone back after my brother and I grew up. There are just so many things to do. With kids, it's obviously the rides and characters. For adults, it's so much more. The restaurants, the recreation (does your hubby like real golf?), the rides (for those who like them), behind the scences tours, spa treatments and truthfully the general atmosphere. There truly is no place like Disney, even if you aren't doing what's typically considered Disney (meaning the parks and rides). Check out places like Allears.net too. I'm sure they have lots of info to offer you. Good luck.

[M5ward]

My husband and I go to the World twice a year. Sometimes we take one of our kids and their family and sometimes it's just us. In all honesty, at this point in my life, I think WDW is for ADULTS even more than for kids. We can enjoy the rides, pavillions, and exhibits without having to make sure we haven't lost a little someone or that the kids are into something they shouldn't be. We can have a drink or two with dinner without having to worry about getting the kids back to the hotel and into bed. We can have a glass of champagne and watch Illuminations without having to wonder which kids is going to be grumpy the next day because of too little sleep. We can eat in a restaurant that isn't so "kid friendly" like Victoria & Albert's or Bistro de Paris.
We don't need to do "adulty" things. We just need to enjoy all the World has to offer! I hope you get to do the same.

[materstater]

Belly dancer in Morocco?

[Colexis Mom]

My parents have been going twice a year (without kids/grandkids) for probably 10 years now! They love it!!

[Mares75]

The greatest part of going 'just adults' is being able to do whatever you want. With kids I think you spend a lot of time making sure they are getting the most out of the trip, sacrificing what you would rather do. We love going as a couple. We can stay in the park all day and night if we want. Head over to one of the many lounges/bars some night to just sit, have a drink, and be together - uninterrupted!

Magic Kingdom we especially enjoy differently when it's just us. We tend to spend as much time walking around enjoying the scenery and atmosphere as we do on rides. With kids it's always go go go to the next ride. It's nice to be able to stop and notice all the small things.

[SARH7]

One thing I cannot wait to do when I someday get to do an adults only trip.....Drink around WS!! I've heard other people do ti and it sounds like so much fun!!!!!!!! Obviously, it would be an all day thing...and we'd certainly have to pace ourselves, but it would sure be fun!!

[espnerica]

I have been going to the wonderful place that is WDW for 22 years, one or twice a year, since the year I was born (in April will be trip 29). I think in the past 3 years I have gone more than I ever have (3 times between Christmas 2007 and April 2008), and I honestly think I enjoy it more now. As an adult you truly notice all of the little things that go into WDW and what makes it special- well at least some of us do at least. Reguardless, I feel like most children aim to get their parents to spend as much time in the theme parks, and those are probably (arguably) the most childish of the activities of Disney World in terms of activities, theming, and, welll, the amount of children that will be present. That being said, you could easily make a trip to Disney World without hitting the theme parks! Downtown Disney: How about La Nouba, the Cirque du Soliel show in Downtown Disney? See if any of your favorite bands are playing at House of Blues! Boardwalk: both Jelly Rolls and Atlantic Dance Hall are 21 and over, featuring music and entertainment aimed towards an older crowd. I've only been to Jelly Rolls but the dueling pianos can get pretty crazy! The Resorts: Fort Wilderness has so much recreation! Horseback riding, boating, fishing, ETC! There's even some full golf courses and a mini-golf course on the WDW resort. Check out a dinner show- Hoop De Doo at Fort Wilderness may be a better option than, say, the Spirit of Aloha and Polynesia.
Even if you love the theme parks and want to spend most of your time there, there are plenty of adult things. Of course MK is a little lacking in that department, but I think Main Street is great for schmoozing midday- its more crowded in the evening. EPCOT- there is some great wine tasting in Germany, France, Italy, margaritas in Mexico, sake in Japan, Beer in Germany, Beer and Hard Cider in EPCOT, and various specialty drinks available from the various countries throughout EPCOT- let's just say I think EPCOT became a little more fun when I turned 21. It's really fun to try new things- I went to restaurant Marrakesh and tried Morroccan wine, very different and quite tasty! Hollywood Studios (of course had to retype that after typing MGM first) Lights Motor Action is great and action packed for adults, and try some fine dining at Hollywood Brown Derby. Check out One Many's Dream too- something that probably gets lost on kids, but really quite enjoyable. In Animal Kingdom, really make sure to take the time and explore all the trails- they are less kid dominated often than the rides, and are really quite fascinating. If you want to have a great and more adult lunch, head over to Yak and Yeti instead of Rainforest Cafe!

Hope this is helpful!

[chezp]

There are so many great things - eating out at signature restaurants is one of our favourites. You can also spend time browsing World Showcase, rent out boats or just wander round the parks, taking in all the great theming.

[ChristyLeni]

DH and I went to Disney for my 30th with no kids. It was fantastic! My favorite part was waiting for the buses and ride lines without anyone whining. Epcot was amazing without children. We went on everything and checkout out every little nook and cranny in the World Showcase. We watched the movies the kids think are boring and we took lots of fun pictures. At DHS we watched all the shows and did ride ToT at least 5 times in a row! We also checked out all the cool shops there. There were some I never really looked in because the kids are not shoppers unless you're buying for them. At night we would go to Jelly Rolls or take a stroll along the beach at the Poly and we didn't have to pay for childcare! It was simply amazing and I would do it again in heartbeat, in fact I hope to!

[devilsrule2004]

we have gone twice without kids and it was awsome.. there is a lot to do as adults, but we like to act like children again and get excited for everything.. it was soo much fun

[drabbito]

I Love things like ADRs at Rose and Crown for Illuminations or California grill for Wishes which lets face it if you have kids falling asleep at the table or having a complete I'm over tired Meltdown is hard to enjoy. We also love to stroll the Downtown disney and end the night with a pint of beer and live music at Ragland Road. I think that we have the best time without kids just by enjoying things with each other.

[scottjs]

Well does he like space stuff? The KSC is not that far away by car. My wife and I have no kids but just love WDW. It is so romantic. The suggestions allready made are wonderful. You can't have a bad time at Disney unless your really trying to!!! Good luck.