Why do people keep going to Disney?

People associate some of their fondest memories with their Disney vacations. Those who were taken to the parks by their parents or loved ones when they were younger are now taking their kids to the parks, giving them the ability to build upon the fond memories they have already created.



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It is every child's dream to visit Disney World and see their favorite Disney characters while also enjoying the entertainment of a lifetime! Furthermore, places like Disney World make adults reminisce about their childhood and feel like a kid again.

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Humans crave novelty, and this novelty is part of the reason why people come back for more each year (or even multiple times a year!) But Disney does much more than simply offer novel experiences. These experiences follow a specific formula…and guests can always guarantee that the experiences are “done right.”

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Grandparents know the characters, the Disney movies, and the story of Disney because they grew up with them too. They get to share that love and create special memories and bonds with their grandchildren. Parents also get to share their love and excitement of all things Disney with their children.

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Generally, the internet agrees that a Disney adult is someone who loves Disney as much as kids do (or more). They visit the theme parks often, usually own lots of Disney merchandise, love the movies (especially the classic animated films), and aren't ashamed of their passion for the brand.

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A Disney adult is an adult who is a devout fan of The Walt Disney Company. Common hobbies of Disney adults includes visiting Disney theme parks, collecting Disney merchandise, cosplaying as Disney characters, and consuming content on the Disney+ streaming service.

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Post Disney Depression is a real thing. It's that blue, miserable, nothing-will-ever-be-magical-again feeling you get after you leave a Disney park or cruise (or, if you're really hardcore, a particularly emotional Disney movie). Colors seem more dull. Food tastes less delicious. Nothing is sparkly or exciting.

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The Parks are Constantly Changing There is always something new and exciting to see, whether that is a new attraction, restaurant, or parade. Disney likes to keep things fresh. As Walt himself said, “I do not like to repeat successes, I like to go on to other things.”

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With an average annual attendance of over 58 million visitors, Walt Disney World is the most visited vacation resort in the world. The amount of manpower, creativity, machinery, and technology involved in keeping Disney World humming and innovating is simply astounding.

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When it comes to new attractions and experiences to see, Disney seems to plan for the average guest to be on a 2-4 year cycle. In fact, when my husband and I were buying in to DVC, we were told that the DVC plan is a trip every 3-4 years (with borrowing and banking to have the points on hand).

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It's open every day of the year – in fact, before Covid, Disneyland California had only two full-day unscheduled closures since opening in 1955, bar unexpected weather closures. After that first year I kept going, because I had so much fun.

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Yes, it's fun and has that childhood magic but it's hard to really say that it's worth $400+ for a family for one day. You definitely need to do your homework and planning if paying that much though. Unlike Universal that you can just wing, you really need that time investment for Disney.

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Knowing how expensive theme park tickets can get for multiple people, we opted for two-day tickets that granted us entry to Disney's Hollywood Studios on one day and Magic Kingdom on the other day. Excluding taxes, the total came out to $282.55 per person for everyone 10 and up and $273.10 for the 8-year-old.

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Here are just a few reasons we believe people return to Walt Disney World, even if they've been many, many times before.
  • Disney is an Escape From Reality. ...
  • The Parks are Constantly Changing. ...
  • The Number of Options is Amazing. ...
  • You Know What You're Getting. ...
  • Everything Has a Purpose or Meaning. ...
  • It's All in the Details.


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What is the no sad kids rule at Disney? Did you know Disney has an unspoken rule called the No Sad Kids rule? The rule allows cast members to go above and beyond to make sure kids who are upset get their smile back.

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Cure your Disney World Blues by booking another return trip to one of the parks. Order a Disney Planning Video to watch (over…and over…and over again). If you stayed on property at Walt Disney World, keep an eye out for a pin code mailer or a bounce-back offer in your room.

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You're not a customer - or a visitor - or a patron - or even the audience. Instead, you're their guest. They have been using that word since the park first opened in 1955.

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24 Call Each Other Mr. Instead, they all call each other by their first names. This dates all the way back to when the parks first opened and Walt himself wanted the cast members to feel like a big, friendly family. Even when he was in charge, cast members weren't allowed to call him Mr. Disney!

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