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AIBU?

To think going to Disney is a ridiculous indulgence?

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thoroughlymodernmummy · 29/08/2016 20:52

Now, maybe i would feel differently if I could afford to go without completely skunk ring myself but as it stands, we can't and I can't help but think that spending such huge amounts on one holiday is crazy!

We watch Disney and enjoy it, and I'm well aware that it's people's money to spend how they like but I just can't help but think it's a silly wage of money? Anyone agree?

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thoroughlymodernmummy · 29/08/2016 20:53

Skunk ring?? *Skinting

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Lilaclily · 29/08/2016 20:53

Well it's the same as paying a few grand on any holiday surely

Different strokes for different folks

DerekSprechenZeDick · 29/08/2016 20:54

If you had the money would you go?

Yes. It's only silly to you because you don't have the money. Same reason I think it's silly.

I'd be there in a heartbeat if I could in all
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EllaHen · 29/08/2016 20:54

I agree. Dh and dc don't though. Not sure how much longer I can avoid it.

Tabsicle · 29/08/2016 20:56

Eh. It's an expensive holiday, but so is skiing or safari or going to see the Northern Lights. If you can afford it, and it brings you pleasure, why not?

FeckinCrutches · 29/08/2016 20:58

It's not a waste of money if it's something you want to thoug?

Rosae · 29/08/2016 20:58

I had my honeymoon at Disneyland Paris and our 6 year anniversary (last Before kids) at Disney world in America. I'd also been to Paris around age 7. Loved it each time. But didn't Just spend time in the parks. There's alot you can experience in and around those areas. Not a waste at all!

PinkSparklyPussyCat · 29/08/2016 20:58

Nope, YABU! We don't have children and have been to Orlando twice and we're going back next year. Personally I think paying thousands to go somewhere like the Maldives just to sit on a beach is a waste of money but I know I'm in a minority there!

Obviously I might feel differently about Disney if we had to pay for children althoug DH has grandchildren but I've got no intention of taking them!

blueskyinmarch · 29/08/2016 20:58

Of course it is. Any holiday is an indulgence. Surely that is the point of holidays?

CinderellaFant · 29/08/2016 20:58

Surely all holidays are a waste of money then?

thoroughlymodernmummy · 29/08/2016 20:58

I suppose what I actually wonder is it silly to put yourself in debt to go when you can't afford?

Of course I'd go if I was rich, I'd also eat from marks and Spencer's! But as it is, I eat from aldi (no shame) and wouldn't be paying of a Disney holiday for years!

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Grilledaubergines · 29/08/2016 20:59

If you can afford it and want to go, how can it be a waste of money?

I went and hated it, but I didn't go for me, I went for the DC and they loved every single moment.

thoroughlymodernmummy · 29/08/2016 20:59

But maybe I need to loosen up!

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Partiallycloudy · 29/08/2016 21:00

Disney is never a waste of money! You wash your mouth out!!!

My ds is 7 months and I have googled several times "how young is too young for Disney?!"

I've been 3 times and it's the most entertaining holiday I've ever had. There isn't anything they haven't thought of.
To me, a waste of money is going on holiday to just sit on a sun lounger!

FeckinCrutches · 29/08/2016 21:01

Why do you think people are putting themselves in debt to go?
And why pick Disney? Is it less worthy than another type of holiday?

Geekmama · 29/08/2016 21:01

I love Disney, we go to DLP about once a year. We have just booked WDW for next summer staying at the wilderness lodge. I really can't wait, I think it's worth every single penny. but each to their own

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WipsGlitter · 29/08/2016 21:02

Friends of ours go every year. Am sure it's costs a fortune. But they enjoy it and can easily afford it. Not my cup of tea but the my would hate our self catering holidays too!!

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thoroughlymodernmummy · 29/08/2016 21:02

I think the over saturation of Disney posts on social media may have gotten to me!

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NatalieRushman · 29/08/2016 21:02

I'm another one who thinks sitting on a beach in the Maldives is no difference to a beach in Spain. But Disney is quite fun, and it's an experience that kids like and will remember - I don't recall any particular differences between beaches I've visited. You are doing it wrong if you only go to Disney though - there are so many places around it to visit!

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Lilaclily · 29/08/2016 21:02

Who is this thread aimed at ? Who is in debt ?

Astoria797 · 29/08/2016 21:03

YABU. I think people have to be realistic about their own finances when planning holidays. But that doesn't mean someone who can't afford a trip should judge someone who can.

phillipp · 29/08/2016 21:03

We have been a few times. Never got ourselves into debt and saved up for it.

Definitely not a waste of money. Currently saving to go early 2018.

I don't like skiing, but don't think others that do are wasting money.

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