Just mom and dad this time!

yohoho · 07-28-2007

Hey all Disney lovers!
I will be taking just the wife this time for a one, maybe two night getaway from our five boys. We deserve it believe me.
Im looking to see what resort has a more romantic feel above the others? Nice settings, quiet places, etc.
I have been to every value and moderate resort. Our family has done OKW, WL, AKL, SS. I was thinking something in the Yacht Club, Boardwalk, Grand Floridian type lodgings. BUT, I'm open to all places even the ones I mentioned.
Where do you and your significant other go w/o kids.
By the way, Our other place has always been Portofino Hotel at Universal. If youve stayed there, then you know why its a romantic place. Now, I want to find a place like that, romantic wise, at Disney. Thank you all!

Nastory4 · 07-28-2007

We loved The Floridian on our honeymoon,(14 years ago) and probably would never stay there with the children. Nice dinner at Narcossee's during Wishes and the monorail.

yohoho · 07-28-2007

Thanx Nastory4, I think that would be a very nice place to treat my wife. Anything especially romantic you notice? An errant path? a cozy place? A good place for a drink and quiet conversation?

dznylvr · 07-28-2007

That is fantastic that you are taking your wife. I agree, the GF would be amazing. I have never been there, so I can't give you any secret hideaways, but it is my dream resort.

You will have to do a TR when you get back. My husband and I are thinking about doing a mom and dad only trip next year. I would love to hear about it.
I am sure that you will have great fun, and it is much deserved, with 5 little boys!

**Dopey** · 07-28-2007

5 kids - what am I saying? 5 boys

You do deserve some Disney time away from it all

I love the Grand Floridian idea. How much more romantic does it get?

yohoho · 07-28-2007

Well Dopey, thats what Im saying. I would like to go to a place to knock her socks off. She does alot for those boys, and yes, Im the sixth one. We have walked through on one of our resort hopping tours on the monorail. It looks fantastic!

emamasa · 07-28-2007

sounds like a great trip! how sweet of you!!

I think the Poly would be romantic - so beautiful & relaxing!!

**llama** · 07-28-2007

FIVE BOYS!!!!!

You definitely deserve it!

I can't think of anything more romantic than the Grand Floridian and Victoria & Albert's for dinner. Maybe a pre-dinner couples massage at the Spa would be nice too!

To go another way, I can't think of anyplace more romantic or intimate than a studio suite at Wilderness Lodge. Tell them it's a "mini honeymoon" and ask them for a really secluded suite. My dh and I lucked into one once. It was so beautiful, overlooking deep woods, but we could still see the water. A bottle of wine and some chocolate dipped strawberries. And sit on the balcony to watch the Electrical Lights Water Parade. Tres romantique!

Can I add what a terrific husband you are?

**MissDisney** · 07-28-2007

We have been without the kids, and it was AWESOME!!!

Our traditional romantic date is to share the crab platter for two at Fulton's, along with some nice wine and a long walk afterward!

Daisee · 07-28-2007

Sounds wonderful! I am sure your wife will love and appreciate all your plans.

MickeyMcFizzle · 07-28-2007

I think you should also look at the Boardwalk - we just got married there in May and it was VERY romantic, especially at night. The whole area has a ton of little hideaways :-)

MickeyMcFizzle · 07-28-2007

ANd I just wanted to add... what a thoughtful husband you are!

mickeymotto · 07-28-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by emamasa

sounds like a great trip! how sweet of you!!

I think the Poly would be romantic - so beautiful & relaxing!!

I agree with the Poly! Its almost like being in Hawaii. You get that tropical feel all over the resort and the beach at night is so romantic.

Dinner at California Grill is a must. We had our anniversary dinner there last Feb. and loved it! It was very romantic.

Also, I would consider AKL and WL as a great couples retreat too. We love the pool at WL and AKL is a very warm and comforting place to stay. Who knows....maybe it will even bring out the animals in you!

chris5568 · 07-28-2007

You will enjoy any resort that you pick. We have gone by ourselves and love it.

alandjen · 07-30-2007

Well, anyplace you go will seem like a pleasure since you'll have your hands free!

We've always enjoyed Flying Fish Cafe at The Boardwalk for dinner. Artist's Pointe as well.

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yohoho Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Aboard the Black Pearl Posts: 67	Just mom and dad this time! Hey all Disney lovers! I will be taking just the wife this time for a one, maybe two night getaway from our five boys. We deserve it believe me. Im looking to see what resort has a more romantic feel above the others? Nice settings, quiet places, etc. I have been to every value and moderate resort. Our family has done OKW, WL, AKL, SS. I was thinking something in the Yacht Club, Boardwalk, Grand Floridian type lodgings. BUT, I'm open to all places even the ones I mentioned. Where do you and your significant other go w/o kids. By the way, Our other place has always been Portofino Hotel at Universal. If youve stayed there, then you know why its a romantic place. Now, I want to find a place like that, romantic wise, at Disney. Thank you all!

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Nastory4 Big Cheese Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ringwood, NJ Posts: 737	Re: Just mom and dad this time! We loved The Floridian on our honeymoon,(14 years ago) and probably would never stay there with the children. Nice dinner at Narcossee's during Wishes and the monorail. __________________ '09: Beach Club Villas; Aug. '08: Saratoga Springs - Disney Magic Oct./Nov. '08: Beach Club Villas ; Aug. '07: Old Key West ; Nov. '07: Beach Club Villas ; Aug. '07: Old Key West ; Feb. '06: Saratoga Springs '05: Caribbean Beach '96 : Disneyland (off property) '93 : Honeymoon-Grand Floridian - Disney Cruise '88: Disneyland (off property) '74: Disney World (off property) My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Savannah at Aninal Kingdom 270 days 14 hours 2 minutes

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yohoho Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Aboard the Black Pearl Posts: 67	Re: Just mom and dad this time! Thanx Nastory4, I think that would be a very nice place to treat my wife. Anything especially romantic you notice? An errant path? a cozy place? A good place for a drink and quiet conversation?

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dznylvr Mouse Meister Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Where I'm at. Posts: 1,182	Re: Just mom and dad this time! That is fantastic that you are taking your wife. I agree, the GF would be amazing. I have never been there, so I can't give you any secret hideaways, but it is my dream resort. You will have to do a TR when you get back. My husband and I are thinking about doing a mom and dad only trip next year. I would love to hear about it. I am sure that you will have great fun, and it is much deserved, with 5 little boys! __________________ "I am the powerful, the pleasurable, the indestructible MuShu!" My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our next Disney trip It's a great big beautiful tomorrow, shining at the end of every day!

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yohoho Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Aboard the Black Pearl Posts: 67	Re: Just mom and dad this time! Well Dopey, thats what Im saying. I would like to go to a place to knock her socks off. She does alot for those boys, and yes, Im the sixth one. We have walked through on one of our resort hopping tours on the monorail. It looks fantastic!

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emamasa Mickey's other girlfriend Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Columbus, Indiana Posts: 2,752	Re: Just mom and dad this time! sounds like a great trip! how sweet of you!! I think the Poly would be romantic - so beautiful & relaxing!! __________________ Sarah Avatar -5 pretty princesses!! visit me on myspace..... http://www.myspace.com/sarahc33 My Disney Countdown Counting down to: our next trip to my favorite place (a surprise for the kids and with our good friends) we have arrived at the happiest place on earth!

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llama Practically Perfect Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Slurpee Capital of the World Posts: 7,380	Re: Just mom and dad this time! FIVE BOYS!!!!! You definitely deserve it! I can't think of anything more romantic than the Grand Floridian and Victoria & Albert's for dinner. Maybe a pre-dinner couples massage at the Spa would be nice too! To go another way, I can't think of anyplace more romantic or intimate than a studio suite at Wilderness Lodge. Tell them it's a "mini honeymoon" and ask them for a really secluded suite. My dh and I lucked into one once. It was so beautiful, overlooking deep woods, but we could still see the water. A bottle of wine and some chocolate dipped strawberries. And sit on the balcony to watch the Electrical Lights Water Parade. Tres romantique! Can I add what a terrific husband you are? __________________ Your Moderately Moderate Moderator A PROUD MEMBER OF THE BAD KITTY CLUB "Meowany Are Called, Mew Are Chosen" eleven-twenty-ten My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Christmas in Florida 29 days 2 hours 2 minutes Last edited by llama; 07-28-2007 at 02:11 PM.

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MissDisney Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 8,553	Re: Just mom and dad this time! We have been without the kids, and it was AWESOME!!! Our traditional romantic date is to share the crab platter for two at Fulton's, along with some nice wine and a long walk afterward! __________________ Disneyland Moderator Disneyland Hotel 1987; Dixie Landings 1993; Dixie Landings 1997; Caribbean Beach 1998; Boardwalk Villas 1999; Vistana Resort 2001; Dixie Landings 2002; Vistana Resort 2002; Marriott Royal Palm Villas 2004; Vistana Resort 2006; Marriott Cypress Harbour 2007; Boardwalk Villas 2008; AKV Kidani 2009; Saratoga Springs 2009

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Daisee taking a break Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 2,801	Re: Just mom and dad this time! Sounds wonderful! I am sure your wife will love and appreciate all your plans.

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MickeyMcFizzle Almost a mommy! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,618	Re: Just mom and dad this time! I think you should also look at the Boardwalk - we just got married there in May and it was VERY romantic, especially at night. The whole area has a ton of little hideaways :-)

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MickeyMcFizzle Almost a mommy! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,618	Re: Just mom and dad this time! ANd I just wanted to add... what a thoughtful husband you are!

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alandjen Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: May 2006 Location: Montgomeryville, PA Posts: 326	Re: Just mom and dad this time! Well, anyplace you go will seem like a pleasure since you'll have your hands free! We've always enjoyed Flying Fish Cafe at The Boardwalk for dinner. Artist's Pointe as well. __________________ 3/92: Int'l Drive 8/92: Int'l Drive 3/94: Int'l Drive 4/96: Grand Floridian Concierge (Castle View) 11/96: Disneyland 12/96: Wilderness Lodge 11/97: Dixie Landings 3/98: Disneyland 4/99: Grand Floridian Concierge (Castle View) 7/99: Disneyland 5/00: Boardwalk 5/01: Boardwalk 2/02: Boardwalk 5/03: Coronado Springs 5/05: DoubleTree @ Downtown Disney 9/06: Contemporary 10/07:Contemporary My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our Bay Lake Tower Trip! 221 days 2 hours 2 minutes

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