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myLot reputation of 98/100. rowantree (807)   ranked 309 out of 9,011 in parenting 5 years ago

We have a choice to make. Our kids are ages 11 and 6. We can buy a 24 foot, 52 inch deep above ground pool or we can take the kids to DisneyWorld this Fall.

Lots of pros and cons here. I am pretty sure we're all on board with buying the pool. It's also possible we can still swing the Disney vacation this Fall or take a vacation someplace closer to us (so we don't have to fly).

I'm just wondering what all you myLotters think about it. Did you ever have to choose between the two? If so, which one did you choose? Were you satisfied with your choice or did you regret it later?

 

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RobinJ (2033) response was accepted on 3/29/2008.
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1. myLot reputation of 93/100. RobinJ (2033)   ranked 2,180 out of 9,011 in parenting   5 years ago

Personally I would go for the pool, that way you have it for a few years more and beings as they are getting to the age when a pool can and will make a big difference, I would go for the pool, The trip while exciting now is a one shot deal, and it is entirely possible that you may be able to do the trip in the not to far distant future, Also I believe you would be devastated if some thing were to go awry with the trip, lost luggage, canceled flights, bad weather, all out of your control, but happen none the less.


myLot reputation of 98/100. rowantree (807)   ranked 309 out of 9,011 in parenting  5 years ago

Yikes, great point about the lost luggage and bad weather!

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2. myLot reputation of 94/100. jnallen_487 (591)   ranked 1,007 out of 9,011 in parenting   5 years ago

That's a very hard one! On one hand, the Disney vacation would be fun. It's something that every kid needs to do at least once in their childhood. We were lucky enough when my husband came home from Iraq to get to take my son to all 4 theme parks at Disney World plus Universal Studios and Sea World. That was a vacation I will never forget. On the other hand, a pool would be nice. We bought a house that has an above ground pool and we are so glad. Now we don't ever have to go to a public pool anymore. And we can go swimming whenever we feel like it and have pool parties whenever we want.


myLot reputation of 98/100. rowantree (807)   ranked 309 out of 9,011 in parenting  5 years ago

I've been twice and while it's ok it's really not my thing...not to say it wouldn't be my kids' thing. The kids and I all want the pool parties though! Definitely our "thing"! LOL

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3. myLot reputation of 92/100. melissaruth1 (3520)   ranked 57 out of 9,011 in parenting   5 years ago

Above ground pool, esp if you are planning to go to disney this time of year. It is swealtering hot and would be most unenjoyable. While disney is great you only go once your pool you will enjoy for many years to come

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4. myLot reputation of 97/100. sunshine4 (6293)   ranked 38 out of 9,011 in parenting   5 years ago

You are choosing between a one time vacation and something that will be many years of fun. I would definitely go with the pool! Just think, year after year your kids will be enjoying the pool for the summer months. You can always save and take the Disney vacation another time.

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5. myLot reputation of 81/100. copperkitten (2086)   ranked 643 out of 9,011 in parenting   5 years ago

My opinion is DISNEYWORLD!!!! lol. No really what are they going to remember more?? Disney world or a pool?? I wish my parents would have taken us there as kids. Now I have two of my own and im going to make a point to get there when there older. The memories will be worth it!!! And you can get a pool anytime!!


myLot reputation of 98/100. rowantree (807)   ranked 309 out of 9,011 in parenting  5 years ago

yeah I'm starting to think holding off getting the pool until next year...

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6. myLot reputation of 96/100. wmaharper (1580)   ranked 150 out of 9,011 in parenting   5 years ago

As much fun as Disney is, I'd go with the pool. The pool has so many other benefits. It will keep your kids occupied (and their friends) for hours during the hot summer day, add to that all the exersize they will get, and it looks like a better option. you can always go to disney next year, or see if you can rent an rv and take a drive there (an added bonus, you can stay on the campgrounds for much cheaper than a hotel) Yes, Disney is fun, but a pool will last MUCH longer.

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7. myLot reputation of 85/100. oneandonemakesix (23975)   5 years ago

I would think the pool would be better this year.

If I had the choice, I would be afraid that my 6 year old may not be able to ride all the rides than they wanted to.

I've never been faced with such a decision, but then again, we are normally finacially unable to take vacations...

but given the choice I woudl go for the pool.

Mooch


myLot reputation of 98/100. rowantree (807)   ranked 309 out of 9,011 in parenting  5 years ago

last time we took a vacation, it was over 4 yrs ago. we are trying to save for this disney vacation but that's so unstable...if we are faced with any financial problems, the money will have to come out of the disney fund...if we don't get the pool we might end up with nothing at all.

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8. myLot reputation of 51/100. marshall_blake2000 (290)   ranked 1,091 out of 9,011 in parenting   5 years ago

in the long run you all will have more fun with the pool

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9. arkstfan (19)   5 years ago

I would go for the pool because of the ability to use it continually, but make sure you do what your kids want.


myLot reputation of 98/100. rowantree (807)   ranked 309 out of 9,011 in parenting  5 years ago

oh yeah! you said it! definitely making sure to do what the kids want, no doubt about it. I don't want to hear the whining later...LOL!

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10. rups02 (31)   5 years ago

I think as the kids are still in their growing age Pool wld b a better option than a vacation.

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