Worst advice you got

[Boopuff]

Worst advice:
- stay off site ... Never ever again I stay on everytime
- be at the rope drop
- watch fireworks/parades - nope I'm riding all the half empty rides

 

[littleblackegg]

I have to say that for me, the Enchanted Tiki Room is my all time favorite attraction at any Disney park (both WDW and Disneyland) and I often tell people that they should definitely give it a try.

It's my all time favorite too, man. We had Enchanted Tiki Room songs playing during our wedding reception. It's classic Walt. Nothing better than to sing like the birdies sing and grab a Dole whip. The best!

 

[TwinPrincessMermaids]

It's my all time favorite too, man. We had Enchanted Tiki Room songs playing during our wedding reception. It's classic Walt. Nothing better than to sing like the birdies sing and grab a Dole whip. The best!

I think I prefer the song to the attraction. I love it when it comes up on my Pandora, but I've only gone once since I moved...

 

[Lebestiole]

I think people are misunderstanding the "don't bring a toddler" advice. It's not about the toddler remembering. It's because:

1. With a toddler, you can't run from the rope drop to Splash Mountain, and then expect to get to Space Mountain for your 9:15AM FP time slot.
2. Toddler's always need to go potty when you're just two people away from meeting Mickey, after waiting on line for an hour.
3. If DH/DW is holding toddler for a baby swap, who's going to comfort you as you ride the Tower of Terror?

Seriously, that advice only makes sense if you assume the kids only get one chance between toddlerhood and adulthood to go, which pretty much leaves out the offspring of anyone here.

I went to Disneyland for the very 1st time when I was around 7 years old. I remember a lot of things and it was a magical trip. I was tall enough to ride Space Mountain/Splash Mountain, etc. So I enjoyed myself very much! When I saw Tinkerbell flying around the castle I was so sure she was real that I just wanted to follow her!

I guess that taking a toddler to DL or DW is ok, but like you said, a toddlers' needs might make the trip a difficult one. I'll probably take my own kids to DW when they turn 6 or 7! Mom and I have enjoyed our Disney vacation throughout the years! We loved Disney when I was 7 and we still love Disney now that I'm 20!

BACK TO THE WORST ADVICE.

Mmmmh... Don't take umbrella's with you. They are a pain to carry around.

Geez, ponchos are ok, but sometimes they are not enough! We always carry one small umbrella and it does wonders!!

 

[TwinPrincessMermaids]

Good point! Umbrellas also work great for having instant shade, so they are good rain or shine!

 

[Robo]

Don't have a selfie stick?

Next best thing to poke someone in the eye?

Umbrella!

 

[Gorechick]

Don't have a selfie stick?

Next best thing to poke someone in the eye?

Umbrella!

Or hit someone over the head with one like the lady in the Test Track brawl at Epcot yesterday.

Not given this advice but I used a Fastpass for Philharmagic cause we got ones with other FP's and I thought we needed to use them. Lame...

 

[Turn the Page]

I don't know if it has been mentioned yet but the worst advice I ever got was:

Try the Beverly.

 

[Happyinwonerland]

I don't know if it has been mentioned yet but the worst advice I ever got was:

Try the Beverly.

That's not bad advice! You haven't lived until you've tried the Beverly! The tour guides at the world of coke in Atlanta also insist that everyone should try Beverly.

 

[christyd2]

I was told Crocs were the most comfortable shoes to wear to the parks. Stupid me for trying it. I had to buy new shoes midway through the first day. This time I'm wearing comfortable, broken in Nikes!

 

[ljl22]

When I remarked to an acquaintance that I was busy/stressed trying to finalize details of our Disney trip, she was incredulous that I was worried about getting things right and replied that there's nothing for me to worry about and a Disney trip isn't that much planning.

Umm, maybe for you, but I don't have my in-laws planning my trip for me.

 

[Legendteri]

Good neighbor hotels has the same benefits as on site hotels.

 

[First timer]

Maybe they could build some high rise DVC bungalows right outside the windows on ToT.

Hahahahahahahahahahahha!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I really enjoyed that comment!!!! Although I am getting some dirty looks from co-workers!

 

[First timer]

Hmm, now I'm rethinking my search for good ponchos. We're going at the end of Aug so it is the rainy season, but we're also taking an afternoon break almost every day. Maybe I'll just bring a couple of compact umbrellas in case we get caught out and buy the Disney ponchos if we decide we need them.[/QUOTE]

Hi Ava - from NYC as well. Purchased ponchos from Duane Reade back in 2006 for our first trip. Still have them - and they are in perfect condition (have used on 6 WDW trips). Also - thunderstorms in July/August can be pretty heavy - an umbrella will not help!

 

[andiraye]

That's not advice - that's just an opinion.

Worse advice I ever followed: If it rains, just keep going. Now, this is usually good advice, unless the rain continues on for 18 hours and sets records for the area. Then, just pack it in. Of course, no way to know that would be the case. Along the same lines, this advice: dollar store ponchos work fine. Maybe in a fleeting shower, but when it rains cats and dogs for hours on end, nope - dollar store ponchos are sadly ineffective.

Agreed. The disposable dollar store ponchos were soaked through in an hour, never to recover. We ended up busting out our real raincoats.

 

[andiraye]

Anything that falls into the category that makes you believe your trip (and by extension, you) is/are a failure unless you are in an elite (read expensive) group: BOG reservations; fireworks cruise; Dessert party; Victoria and Albert's; the Poly; concierge; 1000 point club; signature restaurants 2 x day!

Just going on vacation is a magical treat! Another State (bonus!); WDW (outstanding!)

I so agree with this, especially from a kid's perspective. Even if you brown bagged every meal and didn't do a single extra beyond three days' worth of park tickets, it would STILL be the trip of a lifetime for kids!

 

[andiraye]

Hi Ava - from NYC as well. Purchased ponchos from Duane Reade back in 2006 for our first trip. Still have them - and they are in perfect condition (have used on 6 WDW trips). Also - thunderstorms in July/August can be pretty heavy - an umbrella will not help!

Hi fellow NY'ers! So rare to see other city folk around here! I wish I'd seen this post earlier. I just placed an order for ponchos on amazon. Oh, well. At least now I know where to get backup ponchos if they arrive and are sub-par.

 

[First timer]

Hi fellow NY'ers! So rare to see other city folk around here! I wish I'd seen this post earlier. I just placed an order for ponchos on amazon. Oh, well. At least now I know where to get backup ponchos if they arrive and are sub-par.

Hey there fellow New Yorker!

Realized after I sent that post about the DR ponchos that I was actually posting "advice" which probably wasn't too cool to do on the "Worst advice you got" thread!!!!

 

[sharadoc]

Eat at Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar. I heard so many great things about it. It has a menu as good as Tutto Italia, it's so relaxed, and it's great value for a lounge.

We spent nearly $100 for a few slices of so-so cured meat, a couple of pieces of cheese, wine, and tiny bread sticks. On top of that our waiter was inattentive and when we he did happen to show himself he was pushy.

I'd rather eat chips in La Cava del Tequila and deal with the crowd than repeat that disaster again.

Actually you can eat the SAME MENU as Tutto Italia in a relaxed atmosphere and with no reservations. The Totto Gusto menu is small plates and can be expensive. The wine is wonderful there.

 

[drwadadli]

Hmm, now I'm rethinking my search for good ponchos. We're going at the end of Aug so it is the rainy season, but we're also taking an afternoon break almost every day. Maybe I'll just bring a couple of compact umbrellas in case we get caught out and buy the Disney ponchos if we decide we need them.

Hi Ava - from NYC as well. Purchased ponchos from Duane Reade back in 2006 for our first trip. Still have them - and they are in perfect condition (have used on 6 WDW trips). Also - thunderstorms in July/August can be pretty heavy - an umbrella will not help![/QUOTE]

I totally agree. Took an umbrella one time and wind kept inverting it. We bought ponchos June 2014 and they are good and strong and have used them repeated at other parks or events. They are a little expensive in the Disney parks but my wife and I agree that the quality is worth it.