"you will hate your family at some point". LOL. laughed aloud for that one! You guys are awesome :)

I love the mildly therapetic route AJ takes around the six minute mark. She'd be a good counsellor.

Starting off with swamp crotch is wild😂😂😂😂

Definitely listen to your kiddos!!! Just came back from a 6 day stay at Disney with 95+ degree weather. We took lots of breaks, and even if we had to cut plans short, it helped us avoid tantrums this time around.

Moisture wicking clothing along with an anti chafe topical are a must for any hot and humid places you are visiting. And "revenge of swamp crotch" definitely sounds like a late night B movie 🤣

The MST3K joke had me cackling! Thanks for this wonderful video ❤

Loved your mention of the Ralphy-Christmas-Story moment regarding character meet & greets. You should do a whole video on how to handle character meet & greets. There was one time about 20 years ago that my wife and I took our 2 year-old daughter to Disneyland. Pluto, one of my FAVORITE characters, was doing a meet & great near City Hall & the Fire Station. Pluto. That’s important. For some reason I was having such a good time and we were all so excited that I kept telling the character “We love you Goofy! You’re the best Goofy ! You are so awesome Goofy!!” The crowd kept saying “Pluto!” Louder & louder and even the character kept pointing at his nametag PLUTO on his collar and still my brain was in la-la-land and I was not getting it. I just kept on going for a full 1-2 minutes calling Pluto Goofy before my brain and mouth finally got reconnected and I figured out the epic brain-cramp I was undergoing. I apologized, told Pluto how he was my favorite and that it was just temporary insanity brought on by my excitement. It’s been more than 20 years now since that incident and I STILL get teased about that by my family. 😂

I’m a distance runner even in the summer: bodyglide, gold bond powder, and real poly (or wool for you rich people) underwear is key. No cotton!

One of our most uncomfortable moments... We waited in the standard line for pirates. Finally on and the family in front of us on the ride was video taping on their phone with the flash on. They refused to stop even when asked nicely. The cast member let us back on the ride so we could enjoy. Phones are becoming very intrusive!

I didn’t know fighting families was a thing until I saw a pair of siblings arguing loudly at the station for thunder mountain. They were in the train behind me and continued to argue until dispatch. I was tempted to turn around and tell them to “Shut up”. Even the cast member at the station looked annoyed

re: sounds in hotels, it's also reasonably common to hear couples being intimate next door so there may be fun conversations with your family that will ensue, and for those of you who want to enjoy part of your vacation by being intimate in your hotel room, I totally get it, disney can be a romantically great time, but please try to be considerate of those around you, because the walls are very thin.

Excellent job handling sensitive topics. I’m also super happy for the MST3K mention!

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY EVERYONE 🎆🎇🧨🎉🇺🇸🤎🤍💙

I’m a [comfortable that I am actually this slow thanks] Swimmer/Triathlete/Marathon participant. Anti-chafing Balm is as important as hydration. The recovery from not using them will last significantly longer than their liberal use in advance.

I learned the hard way and as a changed the way I did my second DW trip: Hydrate hydrate hydrate, carried a collapsible water bottle and drank water so often, I had to go to the bathroom at least every couple of hours; but it was better than a dehydration headache. And take motion sickness pills every morning; did Mission Space orange without it and had to get to the nearest gift shop for medication.

I’m an introvert but I like meeting people in the queues or on the monorail. I met a family from Cartagena Colombia and I’ve visited there in ‘99. The small talk was awesome! 😊

Love the MST3K reference!

This is one of the best, most useful episodes ever! Thank you!

I had a CODE V right on Main Street as Magic Kingdom as the park was closing. That's a honeymoon memory I'll never forget 😂

The part about kid tantrums brought back memories of carrying a kid, surfboard-style, out of a situation. I hope it helps to know most people have been there, too, and while they won't be enjoying your kid's temper fit, they'lll understand what you're going through and will be extending you a lot of unspoken grace.

Thank you for this information!

Maybe this doesn’t work for everyone and a bit tmi, but for point #1 on top of the anti-chafe sticks, I also wear a pad lol it absorbs stuff 🤷🏻‍♀️ just make sure to change frequently

It's a good idea to talk about expectations BEFORE your vacation starts. We agree that, when appropriate, we will part company then meet up for a meal so one of us doesn't feel pressured into riding a coaster or shopping when we really don't want to.

AJ should give parenting classes. I know babies cry but kids having full meltdowns in restaurants & parents sitting there ignoring it is unnerving. I don’t care if you validate their feelings or spank them, you do what works for you, but at least ACKNOWLEDGE them, take them outside & do something. Fun fact: simply walking through a doorway can reset an overstimulated brain.

It's not in the parks, but Yeeha Bob's show at Port Orleans Riverside is definitely an audience participation show and he WILL call on you to do some silly stuff, so if you're uncomfortable with that, don't sit in the main audience section where he will be able to see you and call on you. But if you get caught up in it, just go with it and take comfort in the fact that everyone else is getting called on to do something just as ridiculous and it can be super fun if you just embrace the silly.

Oh boy, Social Anxiety. Thank you for calling this out! I travel alone most of the time and it's something I have to overcome every time!

We've always had the hotel paid for and tickets bought ahead of time, so there is less likelihood of a card being declined for excessive charges. But I have definitely found notifying my bank ahead of time has (potentially) avoided all issues. Of course, that probably means I'll have a problem next time I go!

Has the Contemporary changed its walls? My dad used to coordinate meetings at Disney, and we'd get the Presidential Suite to welcome the attendees. Disney was nice enough to let our family stay in that room for the duration of the meeting. I really didn't know how lucky I was! But I don't recall thin walls in the 1980s-90s. The only thing we could hear from the room was the water dragon which drew us to the balconies.

Swamp Crotch is no joke. I use athletic underwear with legs that go halfway down my legs. That did the trick for me. Before that I called the result of swamp crotch "Roast Beef" thighs.

We are going in two weeks. I’m looking forward to the trip. Coming equipped with my cooling towel and water bottles.

Just 39 days to go!!! 🥳

The right type of fabric goes a long way in the heat.

For the bank one, as a former customer service rep for a bank: You can also, depending on the bank, call them ahead of time and tell them that you’ll be in the specific state for the length of your vacation and they’ll be able to make sure that no purchases are declined in that state. This also works for Credit Cards!

43 days to go…I may be uncomfortable,but I’ll be in the “ happiest place on earth”

Good tip about the bank. I found this out the hard way. Now, I always email my bank before my trips to let them know I'm going out of state.

Thanks this helps so much

OMG, AJ is an Mistie! I knew I followed this channel for a reason!

I always were a skirt, typically a denim skirt, to the parks. Air circulates and the skirt is a barrier between my skin and an seat I sit on.

Several years ago, I had a panicked moment when, moments after checking in, I made a purchase in the resort gift shop and was told my card (with a $18K limit) was maxed out. I knew that was impossible and the problem was resolved but, it pointed out the importance of not relying on a single payment source.

Hi AJ! I absolutely love the channel and have been watching yall for years! Can you guys maybe make a top 10 rides in magic kingdom video? My trip is coning up and i wanna know whats the must dos?

The lume antiperspirant and deoderant cream stick or cream are amazing

Luckily I'm going to DisneyLAND this year. ;P But yeah, the first thing is a very common thing...Heck, I'd even add to that and say that if you get super soaked in a ride or attraction, it would get worse than sweating...It'll give you a rash. I would definitely recommend bringing extra clothes or a towel to dry off.

I used to be a lifeguard at the water parks…. Let me tell ya… I’ve seen some things. 😵‍💫

I LOVE mystery science theater 3000! In the not too distant future next Sunday ad... 🎶

When number 3 popped up (5 min mark), I had to chuckle. It's true!!!

2:48 - Gold Bond… it’s simple and effective. Big boys been using it for decades. The off brand versions work too.

As a teacher of 30 years who has been on numerous 8th grade weeklong trips. You can almost bet that on the 3 days something/someone is gonna make people mad so just kinda roll with it cause it will pass

Another anti-chaffing option: AMB Anti-Monkey Butt powder! This stuff is amazing!

Most uncomfortable thing last trip was getting milked out of a ton of money for very little value.

Fill a camelpack type bladder with ice from your hotel ice machine, wrap with a hotel towel and slip it into your backpack. Viola, 2-3 liters of FREE water as it melts.

MST3K reference ❤

i worked at Prime Time Cafe and scifi dine-in. Lots of Code V 😂😂😂

I had a meltdown once at a Disney restaurant. There were five of us, two kids and three adults. Um... I was one of the adults. Very embarrassing. Way too much over stimulation that day. Know thyself before going and take lots of breaks as needed. It's almost impossible to have fun if you are completely freaking out, so for those of us who can end up in grown-up meltdown mode, it's best to cut out some of the activity and schedule time outs, so we can enjoy the times we are doing things.

Swamp Crotch is my band’s name.

Cant wait for our october trip ❤

You referenced mst3k? Your street cred just doubled.

Can you do a video about things to do while waiting in lines?

When I'm in a hotel I sleep with an ear phone playing a podcast in one ear, an ear plug in the other, and an ear mask over my eyes.

"you will hate your family..." That not only happens in WDW, and no amount of pixie dust can prevent it.

In the not-to-distant future, somewhere in time and space... 😂😂😂

Pro tip to avoid chafing. I learned this in Boy Scouts is use Gold Bond body powder before you start your day. Also, you can have a zinc ointment at the end of the day

AJ knowing MST3K is amazing!

I put on a really nice jumpsuit outfit at Hollywood studios. I found out that day what chaffing was, and that I no longer had a thigh gap!!! Neither of those facts were fun!! DO NOT RECOMMEND!! 😂

LOVE the MST3K reference.

1:26, yes, please!

I got my card shut off in Las Vegas. I had to stop using the debit card and switch to a credit card. Fortunately, the credit card issuer didn't suspect any funny business, and I was able to complete my trip without any further complications. When I got home, I just used the debit card to pay off the credit card. But, for an hour or so, while I was trying to sort out the problem, it got awkward.

Thank you. Concerning credit tranactions, kiosks, carts, and temporary merchanrs use less sophisticated instruments for charging. Even valid charges might not go through. The merchant might keep retrying. Your bank might flag this activity, subsequent charges are cancelled.

Code A's are also an issue at sports stadiums.

reactivating a card can be done mostly thru your banks mobile app.

Omg we hear Pria!!!

Flights definitely! Also…We’re a family of 5 with 3 teens….rental cars large enough for us & our luggage when we’re overseas is rough.

Not notifying the bank is one mistake I will NEVER make again! Thankfully not at WDW, it was bad enough at a festival!

Just watched the show Late Night With Seth Mayers & Whoopie Goldberg said she did that with her mom's ashes at It's a Small Word in Disneyland.

Definitely feeling the family thing. Still love 'em tho.

The more DFB I watch, the more grateful I am that I don’t have kids. I don’t think I ever want kids. Does that make me a bad Christian? You know, “go forth and multiply” and all that?

Hey AJ is it true that Disney is closing down the monorail at Disneyland?

We’ve stopped going to Disney since 20 years ago, when we realized prices kept going up but it’s the same rides and walk thru exhibits! In both Cali and Orlando. Guess you finally found out now?! So thanks for the video? Stop copying the 50,000 other KZfaqrs who’ve already done the same podcasts, etc. but thanks y’all!

On the swamp crotch thing, i highly recommend the chub rub shorts from snag tights

Truths. I hate that word. Anyway, great points and video.

We'll watch Mystery Science Theater with you.

I wondered where this video was going to go when it was titled "uncomfortable truths about Disney."

Is there a code H for animal poop? What about a code for a wild animal like the black bear that happened earlier this year?

Omg, I'm an introvert and my last solo trip I tried Monsters Inc Laugh Floor for the 1st time. After a couple minutes, I had to get up and leave when I realised I could get put on the spot! I could maybe deal with it if there's someone else with me, but definitely not on my own!

I landed at the airport and went to pick up my rental car, normally don’t get one but I had point’s to use. Well, turns out my drivers license was set to expire the following week during my rental so they wouldn’t rent to me. My own fault.

Ooo could you do a more in-depth video on handling the heat? More about the right kind of clothes, best sunscreen, best AC in the park, personal fans, etc.?

Just got back from Disney last month. Magic is gone. Completely.

Just remember, "Cotton Kills". Try not to use cotton, especially for underwear. If you can, it's better to use moister wicking "sports" type materials... Including underwear. Even at that, I know it sounds weird, but there are wool underwear (both top and bottoms for the ladies) that are thin, light and soft. They are specifically designed to be a cool, moister wicking, fast drying, alternative to cotton. Look it up it's a thing. Boxer briefs are GREAT, even for the ladies (they make those). In general, the longer the legs, the better. And ladies still have no VPL. (Just saying.) For those that are so fashion continuous, They make these underwear in very stylish prints, designs and colors. They even have matching top and bottom underwear, socks, shirts, men and women, so couples can match, if you are so inclined.

We vistited Blizzard Beach on a particluarly slow day and I rode the chair lift up with my family who all rode slush gusher of which I wanted no part. I wanted to ride Teamboat Springs so I got in line where there was just one family in front of me...and no one behind me. After somewhat loudly determining that I was alone, the cast member told me to get in the boat with the family. One leg in, the mom yells, "we don't want her to ride with us!". The cast member explained that I couldn't go alone so I had to go with them. Yep, it was an uncomfortable ride down for sure, but memorable and we laugh about it now.

Vaseline on chaffing skin too

My brother Shane and sister in law Brooke got a new puppy today ❤😍

AJ IS A MSTIE!!! ❤❤❤

We just got back from Disney Sunday morning, Its been a long 12 years. Although it was AMAZING & MEMORABLE for my family. I have to say that Disney has lowered their quality of Cast members. I remeber 12 years ago that every cast member was always happy - very nice & never ever sensed any attitude from cast members. But I would have to say this time around about 30% maybe 40% of cast members were not so pleasant. Even at the start of the day @rope drop on a ride - cast members looked miserable & didn't want to answer question. I can understand maybe after 6hrs of a shift their "nice/happy/Disney" attitude wears off - I totally get it. But at rope drop start of the day. Other than the attitudes we encountered - it was great. Expext to drop a total of 10-12k for a family of 5. It's atrocious how expensive Disney has become. Just my 2cents.

Disney’s newest animated feature, SWAMP CROTCH, in theaters this summer. Rated R for RAW! 😂

I've been riding flight of passage and tron since they came out. I'm not exactly a small person. I have never had one second of discomfort with how you sit or with how my body touches the seating area. Just because it's different doesn't mean it's uncomfortable for everyone.

I was made uncomfortable by Disney on our trip in May when we were exiting Creations shop in Epcot after purchasing a plush Figment and the alarm at the door went off. Everyone stared at my daughter and I and I turned around to show the castmember at the door what we bought and the receipt. He said it may have been a security tag but there wasn’t one on Figment. He had an attitude of why I was upset but it made me feel like a criminal although I did nothing wrong. 😢

1:28 "Let's go watch" MST3K... Good idea! Who's up for some "Manos: the Hands of Fate" right now? 😉😁

I’m a brit. I ALWAYS tell my bank when I’m going to another country so that they know the card is being used outside uk.

Swamp crotch! Right out the gate!😂😂😂😂 took me out the game!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Disney should have designed the Gondola as closet doors from Monsters Inc. ❤️

Even if you tell the card company they still shut it off. Annoying!