BBB age limit?

[maxiesmom]

I don't think it has to do with them wanting to get glitter in their hair as it does that nobody wants to have restrictions especially when paying lots of money to stay at Disney. Whether you are 2 or 20 you should be able to do all the same things if you pay the money (unless it is a safety issue). If there are a number of adults who do purchase BBB then why not make a seperate section for them? That way they are not near the little ones when transforming into a Princess. I think everyone should have the same opportunity as anyone else. I love going to Disney & neither myself or my daughter have any interest in doing BBB, but I think anyone should have the chance to try should they chose too.

But Disney already has some restrictions in place, where some things are just for kids and some are just for adults. The Pirate Cruise comes to mind. As does Victoria and Alburts for the adults.

I see nothing wrong, and appalud Disney for their decisions. Some things need to be left to the kids, without adults having to horn in on their fun.

 

[Disney-Chick]

But Disney already has some restrictions in place, where some things are just for kids and some are just for adults. The Pirate Cruise comes to mind. As does Victoria and Alburts for the adults.

I see nothing wrong, and appalud Disney for their decisions. Some things need to be left to the kids, without adults having to horn in on their fun.

Those restrictions you are talking about were already in place. I was referring to the changing of rules. Nobody likes change, they happen and we deal. My point was to make seperate sections so that all can enjoy. I don't think adults horn in on all the fun. I think they pay enough money to chose what they would like to do. The same as if they came out and said that the Winnie The Pooh ride is only for kids. I would cry. That is one of my fav characters and I do the ride everytime. But when I sit on that ride I don't think im horning in any any fun for kids. I pay money every year to go and be a kid again. If I want to spend my money dressing up as a Princess then I should be able to do this.

 

[marivaid]

Crown package (BBB's most expensive package available to adults) : $54.95
Castle package for a child : $239.95

I too applaud Disney for yet another great business decision that has, as usual, nothing to do with doing "what's right" for its guests.

Let's turn CRT into a "high tea" lounge for kids only. Now that would be amazing for a child - get all dolled up in BBB then be escorted up inside the castle with all the other little princesses and have a drink with Cinderella & her posses.
After all, adults don't believe in princesses anymore and they just spoil the kids' fun by having fun or - god forbid -laughing. Oh nope sorry can't do that, or adults wouldn't drop $50 a pop into Mickey's pocket.

 

[MareSINY]

My niece has done BBB twice, both times without making appointments before we arrived at WDW. The first time we made an appointment at the concierge desk of CR for the following day (this was before they had the MK location) and the second time my niece and sister walked up to the desk at DTD and were taken immediately. My sister thought it would be a fun bonding experience to do the whole BBB thing with my niece, it was a lot of fun and we all laughed and enjoyed it. There was an entire family there getting the treatment while we were there. It was mom, dad, teenage son and daughter. It was cute and funny to watch them.

I really think it's silly to limit the age on this, if Disney is all about letting our inner child shine through why shouldn't someone be able to let it shine through with princess hair if that's what they choose to do? If the CMs can call grown women princess why can't grown women get princess hair if they so choose?

 

[dzorn]

There are tons of photo ops all over WDW. Honestly, a picture would probably be better without the mom wearing a pop princess pink frizzy hair thingie. Just my opinion, I suppose.

But if they are smiling in the picture more power to them. Obviously it made them happy so why should you rain on their parade.

Denise in MI

 

[MsTinkerChele]

Well said.

But if they are smiling in the picture more power to them. Obviously it made them happy so why should you rain on their parade.

Denise in MI

 

[lilmissdisney216]

I can't tell you how many times I've had several moms come up to me during their little princesses transformation saying that they wish they could have had the makeover done as well. It always warmed my heart to see the mothers and daughters smiling and hugging one another after their makeovers and they looked so happy to be there. I had a few moms and daughters come into the boutique and have their transformations while their husband and son were off golfing or over at the Pirates League. Seeing the young and the old coming from BBB and walking around in the parks made me happy because these were true examples of what Disney is all about. No matter if you be young or old, big or small, every girl has an inner princess and Disney is all about expressing your inner princess and letting those princesses have their moment in the sun. I agree that it is special for the little ones but what about those little ones who want their mommy to feel special too? Why take that away from the adults? Everyone should have an equal chance to have the experience as much as the next person. In any case, when I had BBB done, I had so many adults ask how they make an appointment. Needless to say we had a ton of walk ins the next day when I went back to work (most of which were adults)

To be honest, I would rather have to wash out hair gel from my hair rather than deal with the paint and confetti from Harmony Barber Shop. I have "ethnic" hair and paint and confetti is a BEAR to remove from my hair. Not knocking harmony, just saying that its not my cup of tea when it comes to my head.

 

[Planogirl]

I have no inner princess in me so I can't relate. I didn't even have one when I was a child. I do feel for those of you that are disappointed in this. Maybe if enough of you write or call Disney will set up something else?

 

[luvthemouse71]

I don't think it has to do with them wanting to get glitter in their hair as it does that nobody wants to have restrictions especially when paying lots of money to stay at Disney. Whether you are 2 or 20 you should be able to do all the same things if you pay the money (unless it is a safety issue). If there are a number of adults who do purchase BBB then why not make a seperate section for them? That way they are not near the little ones when transforming into a Princess. I think everyone should have the same opportunity as anyone else. I love going to Disney & neither myself or my daughter have any interest in doing BBB, but I think anyone should have the chance to try should they chose too.

But you can gussy yourself up to look like a princess- you can get much the same look doing it yourself. It's not like Disney made a rule that grown women can't put on a ton of makeup and glitter, a tiara etc. I still think that it's really not a big deal. A child may not understand rules- a normal adult should be able to accept change and adapt.

 

[maxiesmom]

Those restrictions you are talking about were already in place. I was referring to the changing of rules. Nobody likes change, they happen and we deal. My point was to make seperate sections so that all can enjoy.

But both things mentioned (Pirates Cruise, V&A) either haven't been around, or haven't been segregated for very long. Saying kids only at V&A is fairly recent.

Haven't adults learned by now that life is not fair, and their is no possible way to make everything perfectly equal? I don't think kids need to be allowed to do everything on Disney property just as I don't think adults need to do everything either. Some things are better left for certain age groups to enjoy.

 

[dzorn]

But you can gussy yourself up to look like a princess- you can get much the same look doing it yourself. It's not like Disney made a rule that grown women can't put on a ton of makeup and glitter, a tiara etc. I still think that it's really not a big deal. A child may not understand rules- a normal adult should be able to accept change and adapt.

Yes I can make dinner tonight but I would much prefer to go to a restaurant.

For all that matter no need for a little girls to go there either by your reasoning.

I have no desire to do BBB but I do think it is a shame the all mighty buck is taking away from those that do.

Denise in MI

Denise in MI

 

[atp]

Why don't they just charge more for the adult "makeover"?

Problem solved. They might even profit more. I'm thinking most parents don't buy the most expensive package. If you let adults get the princess "makeover" for the price of the full package it won't make a difference profit wise. In fact, maybe there are more adults willing to pay that much money for their own makeover than there are parents willing to shell out that much for their daughters.

I see nothing wrong with adults doing it. As for doing it yourself...that would be difficult. I could do it on someone else, but on myself it would be very difficult if not impossible to get decent results.

 

[designermv]

Is there a press release or some sort of proof that this was a financial decision? I feel like i missed a link somewhere.

I know that it can be very difficult to get a BBB reservation, and I'd prefer that those highly-coveted slots went to children.

 

[marivaid]

Why don't they just charge more for the adult "makeover"?

Because then they'd look like the greedy corporation they are.

Is there a press release or some sort of proof that this was a financial decision? I feel like i missed a link somewhere

Used to be that you could do the Platinum package for one night. Starting in 2012, you'll have to book a minimum of three nights. Disney has not released anything "proving" that this was a financial decision either.
YET, somehow, most of us have figured that out all by ourselves.

Then again maybe we're all wrong and it was meant to make it more special for the fishies in the aquarium - their fun was probably ruined by the fact that some guests were enjoying their tour without paying full price for it.
Yeah, that's gotta be it.

 

[*love*2*shop]

As of September 30, all Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique services at all locations will be available exclusively to children ages 3-12. The Boutique will no longer take adults unless their appointments were booked prior to October 1, 2011. According to Disney, this change was made to ensure availability of these popular services for children, the intended audience. This change does not affect the "transformation experiences" offered at The Pirates League in the Magic Kingdom, which are open to ages 3 and up.

[B]http://allears.net/btp/bibbidi.htm[/B]

 

[luvthemouse71]

Yes I can make dinner tonight but I would much prefer to go to a restaurant.

For all that matter no need for a little girls to go there either by your reasoning.

I have no desire to do BBB but I do think it is a shame the all mighty buck is taking away from those that do.

Denise in MI

Denise in MI[/QUOTE/] I do think BBB is overrated. However, I do realize that kids may like it. I'm sorry, but I think the adults who are upset about this need to get a grip. Like a PP said- life isn't fair. You think some people would have realized that by now..

 

[maxiesmom]

Because then they'd look like the greedy corporation they are.


Used to be that you could do the Platinum package for one night. Starting in 2012, you'll have to book a minimum of three nights. Disney has not released anything "proving" that this was a financial decision either.
YET, somehow, most of us have figured that out all by ourselves.

And yet another poster who thinks a business wanting to make money is somehow bad or evil.

I'm not saying that is why this decision was made. But if it was the reason, so what???? That is the whole point of running a business, to make money. Just because this business is covered in fairy dust doesn't make it any less true. I don't understand people being upset that a business wants to make money.

 

[marivaid]

And yet another poster who thinks a business wanting to make money is somehow bad or evil.

I'm not saying that is why this decision was made. But if it was the reason, so what???? That is the whole point of running a business, to make money. Just because this business is covered in fairy dust doesn't make it any less true. I don't understand people being upset that a business wants to make money.

Actually, not at all. It's a good decision for a purely "business" standpoint to keep spots for guests who will spend the most money.

However, I'm not a shareholder. I'm a customer. Who's getting a little sick of being nickel and dimed, and seeing prices go up-up-up while services and quality go down-down-down.
I still love the Disney parks, and the resorts, and the "magic" we are still experiencing.
However, I will no longer pay $29 for a T-Shirt that will only stand to be washed once. I won't pay $500 a night at a monorail resort when I won't even be able to ride the monorail back to the hotel after EMH. I will avoid those $10 burgers that are barely fit for human consumption.

And for Pete's sake... can Disney stop hiding perfectly reasonable business decisions behind the lamest excuses known to mankind ? "Healthier" hot dogs, anyone?????

 

[Disney-Chick]

But you can gussy yourself up to look like a princess- you can get much the same look doing it yourself. It's not like Disney made a rule that grown women can't put on a ton of makeup and glitter, a tiara etc. I still think that it's really not a big deal. A child may not understand rules- a normal adult should be able to accept change and adapt.

It's not about doing it yourself. For some it's the same as why moms take their daughter's to spa's with them. Quality time, fun, the experience. Children should understand rules, maybe not at the age of 3 but by 5 they should know basic rules. I am a normal adult and do accept change and adapt. I have no choice, but Disney does have a choice to make a different section so all can enjoy. And I do have a choice to voice my complaints should I choose too.

But both things mentioned (Pirates Cruise, V&A) either haven't been around, or haven't been segregated for very long. Saying kids only at V&A is fairly recent.

Haven't adults learned by now that life is not fair, and their is no possible way to make everything perfectly equal? I don't think kids need to be allowed to do everything on Disney property just as I don't think adults need to do everything either. Some things are better left for certain age groups to enjoy.

There is a time and place where both adults & children should be. But getting done up as a Princess really isn't that big of a deal. It's those few adults that are rude and loud that ruin it for others. If I pay over $200 for my child to be done up I should be aloud to pay that much should I want to do the same.

As my husband said last night to me... why are you getting involved with something that has no affect on me and that we never do? That was a good question with that I have no answer. I am very opinionated I guess.

 

[Figmificent]

I think this new policy stinks. Yes, I have BEEN the adult that sat and got her hair shellacked into one of those buns, wore the tiara and the glitter... why? Because it was an experience to share with my sisters who were 12 and 8 at the time. We were headed to the Pirates and Princess party that night, so what better surprise for them then all of us getting decked out for it? It was a very special time with some amazing pictures to show for it. I think it's sad that now families won't be able to share that again if they so choose. To me it's like saying no Mickey Ears for kids over 12. You can not have the same experience at the spas, the barber shop, or even becoming a pirate. Whatever the reason for the change, I am not a fan. Not that I ever planned on doing it again in the near future, but maybe one day if I ever had a daughter we would have.