Seems strange right? That a kid-centric mega resort would ban kids? Well it's true.
From Orlando Sentinel:
In a move to create at least one intimate, adult dining establishment on its property, Walt Disney World has banned young children from its swankiest restaurant, Victoria & Albert's at the Grand Floridian Spa and Resort.
Effective Jan. 1, children under the age of 10 are not permitted in the AAA five-diamond restaurant known for its Iranian caviar and Muscovy duck (a couple of items cited in Kevin Yee's book, The Unofficial Dining Guide to Walt Disney World.)
Not counting the adult-only policies at nightclubs at Downtown Disney's Pleasure Island, the move is the first time Disney World has set restrictions against young children for a dining or entertainment establishment.
Disney spokeswoman Kim Prunty said the move is being made because of guests' requests. Victoria & Albert's has long been cool toward young children, offering a fixed-price menu and no children's dishes.
"We find that our guests are really looking for an intimate experience and an adult-oriented atmosphere, and we want to make sure we meet those expectations," Prunty said.
Needless to say, people are in an uproar. I personally don't think it's that big a deal. I wouldn't take my kids there anyhow. What do you think?
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We found this to be fairly common in high-end restaurants in Las Vegas, but it seems against Disney's interest to do this. Most people go there with to enjoy time with their kids, not to experience fine dining. On top of the expense of travel, lodging, and park fees, now you need a babysitter as well? No thanks.
ReplyDeleteI think its Ok to do this in fine dining establishments. There are enough choices in Disney World that you can take your kids and for those that can afford to get a babysitter or have the grandparents with them willing to watch the kids for a couple hours then I'm all for it! There obviously must be a market for it!
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