Listen to directions, it saves you from being submerged

[PatchOBlack]

Too true!
I am pretty much appalled at the "Dumbo or Die in a Day" touring plans, as they miss whole classes of attractions in the pursuit of a "ride count", but...

Actually, I think the "Dumbo or Die in a Day" plan is designed with the idea to hit those attractions that a majority of park-goers would label as "must-see". So, sure, the plan is going to by-pass a lot of things.

Still enjoyed the line-waiting, as it was excellent for people-watching.

Of course, the Disney parks are very good at keeping people entertained while they are in-line and using that time to set the stage for the attraction itself.

[LadySiren]

Also I spent the better part of an afternoon in the Living Seas, and rode Carousel of Progress 4 consecutive times.... which many would consider an abject waste of time.

*Shugs.*

8^)

Mayo, I took the entire troop of 12 on CoP because I love it (side note: I miss the old America Sings! from DLR) but apparently, I'm in the minority. MIL snored LOUDLY the whole way through. DD8 #2 found this hysterical. Who knew Grandma snores were so funny?

[goofyjoe]

Too true!

I am pretty much appalled at the "Dumbo or Die in a Day" touring plans, as they miss whole classes of attractions in the pursuit of a "ride count", but...

This is what I call the "Disney Death March". And I know you've seen it. The worst is evening EMH at some of the parks. The kids are clearly tired and they've had it for the day, but the parents are dragging them around and trying to get every last penny out of their Disney dollar. Now, I know people want to try to see everything, but is it really worth running your family ragged?

[DragonFox98]

Now, I know people want to try to see everything, but is it really worth running your family ragged?

Nope! I'd rather have happy, tired kids than cranky, tired kids!!!! If I notice they are starting to get tired, we head back for a rest. The great thing about the last trip is that my MIL would take them to the pool while I napped with the baby. (don't know what I'm gonna do next year...I'm not an idiot and would NEVER send my two oldest to the pool alone). The way I look at it: we're on vacation. Would I like to see "one more thing" before we leave the park? Probably. But I am not going to make my kids miserable just to get in one more ride.

Although....I have been known to make a detour over to the Mexican pavillion for a margarita before heading for the exit!

[PatchOBlack]

If I may? In defense of the Unofficial Guides, in their one day plans for families with small children, they do try and put in breaks and such. In fact, I just went to their website and they mentioned that most of their plans for touring with small children includes a three-hour mid-day break back at your lodgings.

In any case, common sense says that, unless you made the plan yourself, you should look at it to see if it needs to be tailored to your specific situation.

[February]

Yeah, but with what's in that water, you don't want to get your shoes wet in the Rivers of America.

what, they're importing the water from the Detroit River now? (believe me, you don't want to get your feet wet in that either. I think your shoes will melt).

[darph nader]

what, they're importing the water from the Detroit River now? (believe me, you don't want to get your feet wet in that either. I think your shoes will melt).

HEY!! I was born in Detroit,so watch it. ;) (it's been over 40yrs since I've been there tho)