I bring some alcohol swabs (like what people clean their skin with before an injection) and if I’m feeling queasy after a ride, I tear one open and smell the alcohol. It’s an old nursing trick for nauseous patients in the hospital and it helps a lot.
I love the people mover! When my daughter was little, it helped her calm down when she was overwhelmed. We would sit, and she would hold her Pluto, and let the breeze and the soothing voice of the announcer, relax us. At home, Whenever we encountered a stressful situation, she’d say, I need to ride the people mover. Or it’s a people mover kind of day. ❤
Previous Skipper here, the reason why Jungle Cruise is not open for extra hours (morning or evening) is because of the boats: they’re real boats, and very expensive to run, so the ride only operates during regular park hours (disclaimer that this was the reason back in 2018, things may have changed since then)
Ahoy there! As a former Able-Bodied Seaman on the Jungle Cruise, I can't help but chuckle (though it's a tad disheartening) at the engine compartment's design flaws. It's akin to working within a cramped compartment; if your tools or hardware slip from your grasp, well, you might as well wish them luck on their journey to the abyss/the bilge. But what really irks me is the lack of barnacles on the hull. It robs me of that authentic seafaring feel and a bit of my hard-earned pay. I'll be having a chat with the captain on our next voyage!
Oh! I have a question for you. We went for the first time last year and I made sure to sit right next to the skipper, so I could hear all the jokes. I don't know if the speakers were bad or too loud, but I had a hard time hearing everything. So, my question is are there some positions better than others on the boat to hear all the funnies?
@@kimberlywoodbury1739*Sigh*... The truth is, I can't afford Disney, so this is how I live vicariously through others' experiences there and through my caricature.
You know you are becoming “classic” when a cast member quickly runs up to help you out of the car on Space Mountain (and I graciously accepted the help as I knew they would be able to get me out to the car faster than I could by myself!!)
Thank you! My daughter doesn’t get why I refuse to ride rollercoasters anymore. I’m okay with stuff like Big Thunder Railroad and Slinky. But Guardians made me ill. Space Mountain IS painful. Last time my daughter begged me was Velocicoaster at Universal. My soul had to catch up with my body! 😂Never again. She has a boyfriend. That’s his job now.
I’m 68 and went to Disney World last October for our 50th wedding Anniversary. As I was riding Space Mountain my neck starting hurting from the whipping around and I had to hold my neck. Getting off, the pain was quite sharp. It’s gotten better but it continues to hurt to this day. My Dr says it gave me whiplash. Beware, Ride at your own risk! But the way, I LOVED Velocicoaster! It was scary but very smooth!
I think the increased crowds during the so-called off-season is because parents realize that after covid it's more than okay for their kids to miss a few days of school and be totally fine. In fact, I think now they prefer it so that they don't have to go during a heavy crowd.
It's not even entirely that. Kids in charter and private schools aren't even rometly on the same schedules as public. My niece gets 2 weeks off throughout the year at her (my brother and sister in law) choice. There's a school on my route (ups driver) that's 3 weeks one week off. Off June. 2 weeks on in July and December. Last couple of times at Disney has felt like "so kids aren't even in school anymore" 😅
You know what -- that makes a lot of sense. I read an article recently that noted that elementary school absences are up by significant percentages since before covid and I bet that's a big reason why.
As for shorts under dresses and skirts I /highly/ recommend linen shorts or culottes. It’s really warm for synthetic fabric shorts. Linen shorts or culottes will prevent chafe and keep you cool, they’re breathable and comfortable! I did this on my last trip and I was so comfortable.
I like to wear my just below knee length, A line, denim skirt. It's long enough to stay between me and any seat, short enough to allow air circulation, heavy enough not to fly up, light enough to allow movement, dark enough to hide spills and it doesn't cling or become see-through in the rain.
4:58 it’s actually the middle of the train that provides the most “equilibrium” The front of the train has the same effects as the back, just in reverse. So instead of being pulled down the hill, you’re pushed up, and when going around turns you have the momentum of the train pushing you through that may cause jerking. Towards the middle, you have equal push/pull, and not as tough on the body.
So funny! I too have gotten on the struggle bus with Space Mountain - my all time favorite ride since I first went in 1972! I am now 64 and I don't care if they have to insert and extract me every time - I'll be there!! But the suggested pain blocking accessories are great ideas - thanks!
Many many years ago, I ended up doing a 12 day DW vacation in a wheelchair and a walking boot. When we got to Space Mtn was almost my downfall. When it came time to get out of the rocket my walking boot was stuck and jammed into the rocket. The 3 other people in my group tried to pull the boot out, but it was a nice CM who was the most i nstrumentin getting me out of the rocket. Space Mtn is one of my favorite rides but I figured it was best not to get in that rocket again.
I always carry Motrin in case a headache threatens my day. Bringing anti-nausea meds and alcohol wipes is a great idea that I'll be including on our next trip. I've always thought castmembers were prohibited from assisting guests in and out of ride vehicles. I'm glad that's not true.
I’m the one! I got stuck on Space Mountain! I could not get out on my own. I do have some mobility issues but never thought this would happen. My adult daughter and a sweet cast member had to help me up and it wasn’t easy. So embarrassing!
I just bet this is me. Supposed to go to PT for hip weakness, but haven’t signed up… I will, & thx for the motivation! Almost couldn’t get up from squatting to get a can from the lower TJ shelf recently, really felt dumb. In Hawaii last yr could not get out of the water without two lovely German ladies helping to haul me out. Omg, use it or lose it, that’s just true.
I go off of the rule that if the guys in different uniforms show up with tools it is time to move on. That usually means it will be a while as the new crew does their stuff.
I'm in my mid-60s, obese, so getting in and out of the rides is so hard now. And I'm a solo traveler so I'm on my own unless a CM notices and helps. I'm pretty sure my Space Mountain Days are over. Too rough. And I've never liked Mission Space since it first opened, but I ride everything else and only have a touch of nausea on a couple of the rides. I train for the dizziness/nausea by spinning around every day a month or two before my trip, upping the duration and speed as time goes on. I start out by turning around on my feet and 5 rotations is about all I can handle when I first start, but by trip time, I am spinning around as fast as I can in my desk chair.
I’m in the same situation. I want to do Space Mountain, but I’ve avoided it for that reason. Same with Test Track. I did need help getting up from Small World… my knees had been hurting for most of the ride & as we came in towards the unloading area I had to signal a CM that I would need assistance to get up. But I have been fine on other rides.
I’m going this weekend can’t wait! Went in February for the first time in 20 years and I got the Disney fever! Plus I love watching my son have a great time
We’re going in May after going in October. My husband is like we JUST went but one got Disney fever bad now. We used to go twice a year as kids and then I didn’t go for 15 years so I have catching up to do!
Now that's how my addition started. The past 3 or 4 years I have visited twice a year. Did a spontaneous trip in March for my youngest 30th birthday! What a magical place to celebrate her special day. So many special things happened on that trip.
My husband and I have always ridden Space Mountain, but it has been several years and we totally didn’t remember it being so violent (and we were both impressed that our 5 y.o. rode it like a champ). By contrast, we both thought Guardians was much smoother.
I remember when the restaurant "Be Our Guest" was popular, we tried forever to get reservations with no luck. Finally after losing out on one that suddenly popped up, while we were at the airport, we scored a 6:30pm seating. We were late to our reservation by about an hour, and apologized profusely. To our amazement we got a seat right beside the large ballroom window, with the snow falling. It was nice because we didn't have people walking all around us like the tables in the center.
I’m in my late late 30s and some roller coasters I rode as a kid hurt me now. Alpengeist at Busch Gardens in Va is a perfect example. Space mountain feels a little rough but it doesn’t give me a headache quite like BGs alpengeist.
i used to have a stomach of steel, but ever since i had my first baby at 23 im built different and my stomach can’t handle coasters as well as they used to 😭
I remember our 2nd trip to WDW in the early 90s. I was 10. This time we rode the teacups. Welp, that would be the last time for me. I ended up coming off nauseous, then went and rode the People Mover like eight times. Cured me.
CMs said that the middle on Cosmic Rewind is actually the best to ride. Row 5 specifically. The audio links us the best, and the movement isn't as bad.
How about peanut allergy death. My daughter is 7 and wants nothing more than to go to Disney. She has a deadly peanut allergy. I’m terrified for her safety and Disney just proved they can’t handle the allergy. It’s heartbreaking.
You are allowed to bring your own food into parks. Grocery stores are all around the park areas, plus have delivery services too. That way you can control what she eats.
I don't ride roller coasters. I get ice coffee and people watch while my family rides those coasters. I still have a good time. When Universal Studios opens Epic Universe, Disney will have more down time.
Yes! Space Mountain I thought gave me whiplash when I was there last year. I used to love that ride. I turned 51 last year and I had to address that proverbial elephant in the room too. I can’t ride the crazy rides like I used to. Peoplemover is much more my speed these days. That’s just life. I still enjoy other things Disney offers. Thanks AJ!
I hope the MK expansion will include easy attractions and not just coasters and screen trickery. I want to be entertained, not made dizzy and nauseous.
This 62 year old can't do space mt, Big Thunder mt or RNR anymore. My neck will hurt for days after each one of these. Expedition Everest is getting like that too. I may be able to do it for another 2 years at most. Getting old sucks, but it beats the alternative. Thankfully I've never had motion sickness.
I can't even watch other people ride Everest without feeling ill. Same for the Teacups. Surprisingly, Big Thunder doesn't bother me. It reminds me of my younger days of show jumping. I think the key is to maintain balance without touching the seatback or handrail. I still feel in control which, I know, is nonsense.
Hard agree about Space Mountain at WDW! You gotta pre-treat with ibuprofen for that bad boi 😂😂…I went in January, and definitely did not remember the ride being that rough! I’m impressed that my 60 year old parents could get in and out of those low vehicles, bc it was kinda difficult for me and I’m in my 20s lol
I’ve got to ride Space Mountain by myself now. My husband won’t go. His back. But I always keep a look out for a cast member needing a solo rider :) and I definitely take the motion sickness pills. I would never ride Cosmic Rewind without it.
I had dessert envy, once. In 50's Prime Time cafe, the people next to my mom and I had what I call a "Death by Chocolate" giant s'more. It was a giant chocolate graham cracker, one giant Hershey candy bar, about 10 marshmallows, another giant chocolate graham cracker and Hershey's chocolate syrup was drizzled over the top. I'm not allowed to have chocolate, and that dessert was looking really good! It looked better than the cheesecake that my mom and I ordered
This is just a suggestion from someone who has never been to ANY Disney Parks before. But maybe Disney Parks should add little trackers to those Magic Wristband thingies. For every member of your group with a wrist band you scan it and it will keep track of wherever they are on the Disney park property if you were to be seperated from them. Cast members can still help in the event of the occassional low battery or signal issue with onsite computers tapped into a security wifi and to alert eachother to help prevent any potential kidnappings if the tracker shows they are being lead to places in the park that they shouldn't go to. Also this could help in the tracking of the mischievous visitors who end up going missing halfway through a ride thus lowering risks of liability for the parks.
It's only as stressful as you make it. The word is flexibility. When we go we have a plan with back up. Of the backup doesn't work we make a new plan. Not stressful
I noticed Universal has Test Seats for their rides. Does Disney offer Test Seats for things like Space Mountain or other rides that might be difficult to get in and out of? I'm 6'4" and 300 pounds, so those Universal Test Seats were really helpful.
Really not trying to be negative here, just an observation. It could be more people are watching more Disney videos, looking at blogs, listening to podcasts. And they all tell us when to r “slow” seasons are. So we are all going then. 🙈😆 but I’m here for all the advice! ❤
Space Mountain...oooohhhh boy. I went on it during MNSSHP last year & I was so excited. My son loves Space Mountain & I was excitedly telling him that during MNSS they completely black out the ride. My husband overheard, stopped, looked at me and straight up told us he was not going on it - he said it was going to be awful in total darkness. I kind of scoffed and went ahead without him. Well...Space Mountain is rough as it is, but in absolute pitch black darkness? My husband was 100% correct. I tried anticipating the rides direction. I thought we were going to go up, we went down instead and I ended up pulling something in my neck/back. The rest of the week was BRUTAL. We just got back from another WDW trip a couple of weeks ago and I completely skipped SM. I honestly don't know if I'll ever go on it again.
my 72-year-old grandmother is the only person in my family who will ride rollercoasters with me. So I happily help her in and out of every ride vehicle. Space mountain and Tron are definitely the hardest but she always handles it like a girlboss!
Yup The last two times I road space mountain I got jostled back and forth and the head padding was like getting punched with boxing gloves. When I went to let the ride attendant know she just sighed, "yea" like she got that complaint a lot
Hey, my iPad mini is working great & I refuse to upgrade just bc my fave earbuds with a regular jack now cost over $100 refurbished! Jeepers. Tired of the corporate ish, but limping forward with this iPad as long as possible…
Or just get a set of adaptors to convert your USB-A into a USB-C and your USB-C into a USB-A. Then you are ready for any situation. No need to buy new cables.
I was gonna say... Space mountain? Rough? Lol I went on Matterhorn in Jan after my daughter bailed on riding with me but I had a rider switch to use... The whole time I just said WHY DID I DO THIS TO MYSELF
Yup, just took a trip to Disneyland myself and can confirm, Matterhorn is the worst of it followed closely by Indiana Jones. I wasn’t the only one in my family just going “oof, ooh, ah, ouch” throughout the whole way down the mountain…the Yeti is not the most frightening part of the ride, it’s the need for a chiropractor afterwards. 😂 Almost broke my nose on Indiana Jones though - did NOT expect to go down so quickly exiting the boulder scene and got my head slammed a bit beyond gently into the rather solid seat in front of me, specifically that bar atop it was rather roughly planted straight into my nose! Spent the rest of the ride and half the way out cursing loudly in frustration and pure pain. Somehow it didn’t break and I went on my merry way but NEVER again! Also, Runaway Railway is I feel rougher in Disneyland maybe which is weird. So…uh…is everything just rougher in Disneyland? 😅 I will say, most classic rides are better in Disneyland. Y’all have the BEST Pirates.
We visited over Easter weekend and used Genie Plus for MK and Epcot. Unfortunately once you got your LL at 7am when you went to get your next LL the high wait time rides that you would want G+ for were out of LL for the day. You could still use G+ for other rides but skipping a 10 minute queue is hardly worth the cost paid.
Definitely agree with your first point. I took my family to six flags in California over Christmas and it wasn’t until I got off Goliath that I realized I wasn’t built like I used to be. Immediately felt sick and had to take about 30 mins just to sit and get back to normal. Thankfully that hasn’t happened with any rides at Disney but I’m sure that day is coming 😅
AJ, Round Up Rodeo was by far the worst meal option we ever encountered on property. Everything was unseasoned and cold. I was truly hoping for so much more.
Now 70, I can relate to problems getting out of the rides. Last trip to Disneyland, my son had to help me out of both Space Mountain and the Matterhorn! II am debating on riding Cosmic Rewind in Sept on my first solo trip...
I’m about to turn 67 & I do solo trips. I love Cosmic Rewind. The vehicles aren’t low set, so they are easier to get in & out. Plus, it is a side by side seating, so you have someone with you to help you stand, if you need it. Tron has a seated option at the back of some cars, instead of the cycle shaped ones.
We just went. It’s great and all but they really need to do something about rides breaking down. We tried to rope drop rise of the resistance and it was broken, seemed to ruin the day for everyone as the lines on the other rides were insane since the best ride was broken. Same thing happened in Epcot where ratatouille broke down.
Disney refusing to properly fix rides is not ok. Rides constantly going down isn't just annoying. it's a safety issue. We should all raise a stink. Whatever happened to guest safety? Not loving this current greedy management.
I first rode Space Mountain in 1989, my first Disney trip. It was jerky back then too and I got to where I only road it if it was a walk on. Back then October and September had a lot of weeks with very low crowds, so I rode it quite a lot. Now that I'm 74 I don't bother. I ride every other ride there is in every park and still, thankfully, have no issues. Blessed with great health and mobility. My new favorite is Guardians of the Galaxy, but I'm looking forward to trying Tron in September if I can snag a virtual pass. BTW, I love your channel! You are always so upbeat and friendly! Over the years I have learned a lot from you and I thank you for all you do!
If you get a dining table with a great view, understand that you may end up with kids and adults standing over you as you eat because they want to take in the view, too.
I was very excited when I found Dole Whip in my local grocery store. Grabbed a box, couldn't wait to get home with my treasurer. What a happy girl! Then I ate it... I was very disappointed so I will hold out until my return to the Kingdom! Now my daughter loves them but to me, I will wait till I return.
The Florida Space Mountain is at least as rough as Matterhorn, possibly even worse. Once they get to a point with TRON demand leveling off and budget being available, it would really be great if they could retrack it like Disneyland, or just build another one like Tokyo.
THIS IS SO TRUE!!!! Space Mountain tore my 40 year old bu** UP!! I rode it with my son, and haven't rode since I was a teen. I will NEVER ride again! My back was killing me afterwards. LOL!
Welp, better enjoy Mission: Space’s orange mission now before I get old, lol. Also: Last time I was at WDW, I had LL for Expedition Everest, only for it to break down. My phone let me know and also immediately gave me a choice between moving my LL for later that day (assuming the ride got back up) or picking from a selection of other rides. I appreciated getting those options though, instead of just “Well sorry, guess you won’t get LL, too bad for you” Another time when I was at Rise during early park hours, we were all the way in the Star Destroyer when the ride broke down. The officers got semi-nice (still pretty in character, love those guys) and offered everyone LLs for later. I had a small sketchbook with me so I toughed it out, and it was up running not long afterward! Glad I made that call. At one point a BUNCH of people in our group left. I think some of them thought they had to, and then the people next to them were like “Oh, is everyone leaving? Guess we gotta leave” and just followed them out. Glad I double checked with the officers that I didn’t have to go, along with the guy standing next to me in line, lol.
I feel like I have a grift with finding those random weeks of low crowds. My last 2 trips were during peak seasons (Holiday and Summer) and both times I’ve picked the week very carefully and crowds have been low! I think the longest wait on each trip was 1 hour each for RoR on one trip and FOP on the other. Most waits were 20-30 minutes.
I got to ride Remy’s in EPCOT 3x’s in one day due to sticking it out and checking a box on my list. First ride: it stopped working but I toughed it out and it opened. Second ride: got off from first ride and got back on because there was no line because cast members at the front of France were telling people it was still not working. Third ride: while on second ride, it broke down but I was at the last part before you get off (checked the box of being on a ride when it breaks and taken off by cast members). Of course I was given a lightning lane and used it later for my third ride of the day. 🙌🏻🤣
First timer here! We just got back from our first visit at 40 years old, just two adults, no kids. We can’t believe how much we loved it! Unpopular opinion- would not pay to return to Epcot or Magic! Would gladly move into Hollywood Studios and just live in the Star Wars area!!! Omg I can’t believe how genius the Rise ride is! We also really loved Animal kingdom. I will say, crowds were low enough at the first of may to ride all the rides more than once!!
The safari most likely isnt open during early entry so the keepers and other staff arent rushed to get things ready properly for the animals. They also probably need time to check all the vehicles as well.
The first time my mom and I went to Disney World was in 2003. We were super fine then. We went again in 2013. A bit... less fine. We had to have a rest day and napped in the afternoon on a few days. Now we're going again this year in September, and I'm super worried about how we'll handle it! We went to Disneyland last year (we didn't want to skip our 10-year Disney trip family tradition, but we opted for the parks closer to home, as we live on the West coast), and it was rough. Guess we need to prep for Disney trips just like one preps for a marathon! We're planning to have one rest day in our upcoming trip and hope that'll be enough.
Feeling that saga, also from the West Coast. Never have been to WDW, and since naps have long been our saving grace (going on 20 yrs for my daughter);hoping to figure that out by next yr. Def seems more time-consuming…
Soarin kicks my butt these days. Never had a fear of heights until recently. That lift off always gets me. I’ve never had a tighter grip on anything other than those handle bars on the ride on liftoff
Why does it always feel like a jumpscare when I see Dole Whips out in the wild? Like, they’re WAY more frequent when they used to be, but I always find myself going, “LOOK! THERE THEY ARE!!!!”
After Remmie´s ride I got a headache. I haven´t had that in a while. Was it fun? Yea, before the cork comes flying in your face, but i did get kind of dizzy.
On crowds, many more are not working in offices now, so can visit the parks at any time or to "work from home". Also more adults are visiting and are nor restricted by school schedules. On the Spring Break lull, i think that coincided with AP bkackout dates?
I'm turning 33 years old next month & my main fear of going to WDW for the first time this year is that my body can't handle certain rides anymore. Especially rough or spinning rides 🥴 I did a spinning one with my 6-year-old recently & I about nearly died, was so sick 🤣 Great tips for the table service meals! 👌 I am worried about our trip weather for Sept. I was wondering if the week from Sept 8th to 15th or 14th to 21st is better, or it doesn't matter as Sept is lower crowds regardless? Great video, thank you!!
You are sooo right about Space Mountain! lol I realized that the last time I rode it in 2021 really, most sincerely was my LAST time. Between the struggle of getting in and out of the car and being rattled around, I knew it was time to bid a fond adieu to the beloved ride.
I want to make a slight correction on the portion about car rentals, It's USB-A ports, not type B. Type B is what you'll normally find on older printers from about a decade+ ago, while Type A are the ones we see everywhere, like computer ports, old phone chargers, etc. I'm only pointing this out so others don't get confused if they don't know what you're trying to refer to.
This is so helpful! I realized my tolerance for roller coasters went wayyy down at only 22. I can still enjoy the tamer ones but I do need to focus on my breathing so I don’t get nauseous. Slinky Dog Dash is where it’s at for me these days but I can also handle BTMR and space mountain if I’m feeling up for it.
Space Mountain! I have never had an issue with it until my last ride. It was so rough I got off thinking what’s happening?! Granted I’ve been riding it since it first opened 😄 but I never thought this day would come.
Oh my stars and garters, yes. I was so excited to hop on Space Mountain with my 57 year old body, and I was miserable for the rest of the afternoon. No more bumpy bumpies for me.
I felt it to this last trip! Space Mountain left me with a sore neck and back and I felt that it was difficult getting out of Test track as well. I'm 49 and in decent shape or so I thought 😂
I love all of the DFB guide videos but this has to be the most first world problems video I ever heard in my life... I love it though keep doing what you guys do... I'm an annual passholder from Houston
They need to do a complete redo on some of these older rides. As for rides that are super sensitive, they need to make people lock up everything. And better instructions about putting put your arm. Last time, they didn't do that and of course someone did it.
Also the oft recommended Cheshire Cat Tail has been shrunk. I wanted one for years watching this channel and when I finally got one last week it was about half the size as depicted here.
