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Hi Dev. I've watched your videos for several years now, and you do a great job. Always entertaining and relatable. I'm 69 now, and have two sons, 41 and 37. We made at least 50 trips to WDW over the years. I'm no "show off" either, but I have to preface this by saying that we could still afford to go several times a year, take the family, and stay a week at a time in a Disney resort, but....we aren't going. We haven't gone in quite a few years. We absolutely refuse to go and have stressful planning, be on our phones all day fighting for a space in line, and be packed in like sardines the whole time. We had the glory days with our family! Memories we'll never forget. Back then we paid a reasonable entrance fee, and had the magical times of our lives in those parks... doing whatever we wanted all day and all night long. The magic was real. I miss it. But what I see now doesn't feel like a vacation to me. It feels like work. Do what makes you happy, Dev, and the content will follow right along. I'll be here watching. All the best.
Well said. Exactly.
Thanks for being honest Dev. My husband and I are huge lifetime Disney fans, we actually got married there last year. We just purchased a 2 day pass for us and we paid $442 each!! With the Canadian exchange rate it is becoming something we can’t afford. We are now going for a week and not even able to go to the park every day when we are there.
wow. I remember paying an annual pass for $550. That's how long I haven't gone to Disney.
We’re going to magic kingdom and it’ll end up costing us probably around $500 for ONE day just to get in and for genie+\LL after the exchange rate. Disney is making it really hard for people to keep going to the parks 💔
Price increases and nothing really new. Same old same old but raised pricing. Why increase without offering anything new? 🙄🤔👎
We actually came down to Florida in September for Halloween Horror Nights. It’s the first time in years that we didn’t go to Disney and I had the best time and was so relaxed the whole time. We went to Disney last year and it was so frustrating, so expensive, and the guests were so incredibly rude
My boyfriend an I were there in February of this year. We were there for 4 nights at the cheapest hotel and 3 park days with park hours. In canadian it came to over $2000. This didn't include flights or the food costs down there. It's just too much for us to go now.
Sometimes I feel like people forget that we're all just trying to live our life. We each live a different life and we might experience something that may be able to help another person along the way. This is why we come to your Channel. No one's only here for Disney content or Universal content. We're here to see someone else experiencing life in a different way that we might never get the chance to. And like you said, one of your subscribers might have learned something from their experience that they have no problem helping you with.
My family hasn't been to Disney world since 2018 and we're locals on top of that. Shit is just overpriced over there and their decisions have been stupid and sickening for the past three years.
@@graffiti.777 we haven’t been since 1994 then 1996, and after watching all the Disney vloggers, have no desire to do so any time soon.
@@graffiti.777True... 😭
@@MyHeart1955 it was still good back in 2012 to 2018 but after that it went downhill
Yes, I'm another true Disney fan who is SOOO over them and the blatant money grab! I would love to see videos of you and Bianca visiting other communities around Florida that may not be on other's radar. Every town has a story, and there are hidden gems (boutique hotels, amazing restaurants, funky museums and shops) everywhere. Bet Florida has many cool places to explore. Blessings on you and your family😁❤
Great idea
I want him to visit the emerald coast on the upper west side of FL as well as Miami if possible (and the Bahamas)
We appreciate you being a breath of fresh air in the theme park vlogger world. Unlike others who dick ride for clicks and favoritism, you’re needed in this space to tell it as it is and be the voice for all the adults with a developed frontal lobe.
His last video openers my eyes even more and yes I know the other bloggers your talking about biased with universal but tate Disney trips very high
I have been to universal for the first time this year, i’m not a roller coaster rider, but I still enjoyed universal.
@@Bredsacogood thing they only have like 3 coasters
Completely agree with you Dev! I've been fortunate enough to take my family of 4 to Disney World 5 times now in the past 15 yrs. At this point in time we have been priced out and it's extremely sad. I don't like the direction Disney has been going anyways, so it's time we spend $ on vacations elsewhere
Same. I was able to afford going overseas because I chose to not go to Disney this year. It’s nice to get out of the Disney bubble
You’re not the only Disney RUclipsr that feels this way. A few are branching out too and doing lifestyle vlogs, shopping vlogs, and travel vlogs and staying away from Disney. Stay true to yourself Dev and do what makes you happy cuz life is too hard already . Disney lost its magic years ago, and it’s not coming back unfortunately.
What I heard in this video was growth and maturity. I am extremely proud of you. You just set the tone for those who have to take a stand for what makes them happy. Kuddos to you Dev! I pray God blesses you and your family!
I totally with you on this one. A few vloggers and yourself look and feel burned out from Disney. I have seen vloggers go on cruises to keep the hype up for Disney. I can work three months of OT and pay cash for a 7-night stay at Universal at Cabana Bay. That includes my tickets for all three parks. For Disney, I have to save up for at least two years to keep up with the price increases on everything. It’s frustrating. I get exhausted just planning the trip or thinking about what changes are coming down the pike.
And yes I’m here to see you and the family! I call you cousin Dev!😊 You’re handsome and your family is beautiful! Stay blessed!😇
You are SO right that we watch for you and Bianca. Some of my favorite videos are your home vlogs, cooking with Bianca, walk and talk in the park and seeing your raw emotions when you drove to the couple that was having domestic issues and he killed her. I’m a senior citizen and I was impressed with the respect you had and really showed who you are. We love you guys. Keep doing what you enjoy, even if it means no Disney!
I’d rather watch content where you’re enjoying yourself rather than be doing something that your heart just isn’t into anymore. Keep doing what you love Dev! Excited to see the new chapter of your channel ❤
Dev, you are a shining light. My family will follow whatever you post, my brother..... we love you! Stay blessed 🙌
Pressure is off. I'm here for whatever you and Bianca do. Your videos on Disney partner hotels helped my sisters and I decide to take my niece and nephew to Disney and Universal. Right now we are saving because it's 6 of us taking the train from Philadelphia. Also your Alaska cruise video had us book an Alaska cruise for May 2025 (on NCL) and we're staying at the Hyatt Olive 8. All that to say we value your content. Thank you for all you do.
Dev I'm with you all the way brother!! as a black man from a poverty stricken city in South Florida. It’s almost laughable to say I live 2 hours from Orlando and never had the chance to go to Disney as a child. My family never had the money or the knowledge. I fell into the same complacent mindset until one day I came across your videos and finally went to Disney for the first time at 27 years old!! I've been going at lease 3 times a year since. With your videos, you helped change my entire perspective and the quality of my life experiences so I'm grateful and whatever you do I support
I love this!!! Same with myself also theyre only a handful of African-American Disney/ theme park influencers so our community is oblivious how to “Disney” properly
That's what made me watch and invest in the channel. Not many of "US" in that space. And want to support it.
Sadly, like you, many adults come to realize their jobs are the same routine, day in and day out. Adulting is tough. You are lucky you do have a following and have flexibility to go in another direction with your vlogs. I like that you appreciate viewers who are interested in your day to day life with Bianca. Maybe take a dance class together. Or take hikes, enjoy nature. Or a cooking class, or test recipes pitched by local grocery store brochure. Maybe learn a maintenance skill together, seriously my H & I have been married 40 years next year but only recently have we used You Tube videos to fix our car and electric dryer. Don’t blame Disney regarding rising costs, lots of people work there at relatively low pay, Disney has recently raised hourly wages. All that magic costs a lot of money to produce. Yes, your routine is the same routine, day in, and day out, but Disney World is a Small World after all. Yes, people want change but they also want it to stay the same.
Finally, someone who says it for what it is and not sugarcoat anything! I agree with you 100% about how Disney is dying and I'm glad that you're actually speaking up about this and showing your frustration. I came here with my fiance in the beginning of August (the first time in 5 years) and it was such a bummer. Attractions are terrible, food is terrible, and the atmosphere was unusually dead. I don't know if it was the weekday crowds or students just went back to school, but everything was nearly a walk on. I've never seen anything like it and oddly enough, I wish the crowd levels were bigger. It just didn't feel "magical" like it use to when I was a teenager when it was more crowded. The vibe was completely off.
I would never wish for more people. I always like it when it feels like your at an event and able to enjoy the tiny details the imagineers work so hard on. The ones most people never see!
@@breevail368 Went to Disney World and Universal in November 2020 and got to ride several rides in a day because of the lesser amount of people. Loved it 💜
No worries, Dev. You’re evolving and your channel is evolving. Disney is making it hard to love them nowadays, and the Disney vlogging community is over saturated. Just do what makes you happy emotionally and mentally, the true fans will stay through and through. I’m so excited for what’s next for your life and Bianca’s 😊😊
The world is a scary place now…thanks for sharing your feelings. We've been subscribed to your channel for a long time and your honest opinion/feedback is what we value. In fact you are the reason we took a Disney cruise. Looking forward to the future of your channel, just keep being you!!!
I love that you wear your heart on your sleeve, and also love that you recognize vloggers are getting burned out. I have noticed that too. I think it’s great that you are being you and doing your own thing. Keeping it real, that’s where it’s at!!
Hey Dev, thank you for this honest video. I completely feel the same way about Disney. I'm a former cast member and die hard park fan, but it's just too expensive. And for me the magic is not there anymore. And you're right about time...seems like yesterday I was about to turn 30, and now I'm 51. Live your life, be happy, no regrets. Thank you for all your great content. I love you and Bianca, you do a great job. I am excited for your cruise content! Keep it up!
It sounds like you are living your life honestly and recognize when you need to acknowledge changes that you must make for your mental and physical health. That's a lot of wisdom you have achieved in your 29+ years. Well done!
I'll watch an honest video any day over someone who's just going through the motions. I've always felt you do a better job than many of the other vloggers. I appreciate your honesty, and I will certainly continue to watch regardless of what you do. By the way, I think the status of the world these days has got us all a little depressed. Don't feel like you're alone.
Completely normal to feel this way. Disney is in a really bad position at the moment and still trying to reinvent themselves. We've had to adjust our Disney trips and try to pick and choose the best things we like to do. We recently went on our first Disney cruise and felt like the value, service and experience was top notch. Their hotels also continue to provide Amazing devices and experiences. The theme parks are lacking new experiences and are definitely overpriced.
They keep destroying themselves doing what one segment of the population wants. The prices are going to be only for the rich
I’m going on my 1st Disney cruise tomorrow and I’m really nervous. My 11 year old never been in a cruise and the price I paid for me and my family, I’m hoping it’s worth the money.
@@davidarlitt8789 he's going to love it and so will you. We had a blast. Family of four. 9 and 13 yr old. Great service across the board. It's a totally different experience.
We just did our first Disney cruise and it was just okay for us, however, we didn’t have children with us. I’m sure it was fantastic for families with young children. We won’t do Disney cruise again as twice the price of our usual cruises with Princess. We find the pools on Princess larger and there are more of them, more quiet spots and service/food is comparable. I think you and your kids will love your Disney cruise 🚢 have fun!
The cast members for the Disney cruises and resorts are super! Perhaps that is a bit of the redeeming value as far as going on a Disney cruise and staying at a Disney resort hotel. Cruises of course offer all inclusive vacation perks with food, room and lots of fun onboard events for all ages and some drinks. I could see going on a Disney Cruise over going to one of the parks! The Disney staff on board the Disney cruise ships go over and above and bring the Disney magic!
I'm so happy and excited to see the different content that's coming. We are total Dev & Bianca fans so we are here to support no matter what.
No matter where you go or what you do, as long as you love it and do it BECAUSE you love it- we're here for it. We are here for YOU not the parks... but YOU (And your fam). ❤
My family is here to see you and Bianca! We just simply enjoy all your content!!!
Regrettably, my job in retail has me living paycheck to paycheck. Back in the early 2010s, I was able to squeeze in going to Disneyland by getting an annual pass. The cost has made it impossible for me to attend for years now, and it hurts. Thank you so much for your vids @PCDev!
I like the content when you include Bianca when she cooks and maybe share about your workouts and when you go to new places. She has alot of wisdom. Prices have gone up for everyone and everything. Rent, gas groceries, and Disney. Stay positive and be happy.
Did I stop caring about Disney, or did I just realize that Disney never cared about me? I’m slowly realizing it’s the latter. You’re speaking for the majority of us. Thank you.
You know what you are honestly right on base here. I had set up for a vacation for my daughter and myself only for this upcoming February as she's turning 13 and it was priced at about $3,200 for five nights and 6 days. This is staying at the Riverside Royal rooms. Today I looked at dates again and played around with a couple of weeks ahead of that to see if the discounts would still apply because there are sales going on right now but it jumped up over $600 just for a matter of 2 weeks difference with no other changes in my reservations. When I look at that, all I see is intense greed and a shutting of a door because why would I want to pay that whenever I'm not getting a top dollar experience. It still Disney, yes of course and I love Disney but I do not love being taken advantage of and right now that's exactly what's happening.
Thank you for acknowledging that many of us are no longer able to do parks like Disney. I have mentioned it on your site as well as other utubers, but your the only one who talks about it. In fact, specific channels have actually changed their content to include even more unattainable adventures that most of us will never be able to afford, like expensive hotels and cruises or even other countries. And yes, the world is in turmoil and its all on purpose.
Hi Dev! What a fascinating video. I had no idea you were only 29!! I have twins that are about to turn 31 - I hear a lot of the same questioning in your voice that I hear in theirs. The 30's are the toughest decade of adulthood IMHO. Hang in there, you are doing quite well for 29.
As far as content goes, I have been to the Orlando area a dozen or so times since my twins were about 10, there is a lot of cool stuff to do and see in the area. I think it would be cool to have your viewers experience your favorites and hear how you would 'do' Orlando without Disney. Our personal favorite way to 'do' Orlando is to rent a house, rent a car, do parks with a break and see some sights, eat local, etc...maybe even a road trip to the gulf coast. Show the folks watching that you can have a great longer vacation for a lot less money if the theme parks are just a 1 day multi-park ticket mixed in with other cool stuff to do :-) I think a lot of people would be interested in that.
We are here for it…My husband and I have watched you for years!!! Our epiphany came this week too…We are giving up our UAP and WDW AP After 10 Years. We are ready to do things that bring better value to our lives. Keep speaking your truth and being a voice for those that feel the same way!!! 💪💪💪 Can’t wait to see you and Bianca continue on your journey. 🎉
Literally just got back from Epcot yesterday and was only able to ride 3 attractions… lightning lanes for test track, frozen, and ratatouille sold out for the whole day (genie + was a complete waste of money) and bc of the terrible virtual queue system and horrible my Disney experience app I was unable to ride cosmic rewind… the whole reason I went to Epcot in the first place… a complete waste of time and money.
Everything about this is awesome, Dev. This makes you human…not someone acting for the camera. Lifestyle videos are more interesting than a Disney cupcake update. My husband and I workout and love seeing your fitness journey. You’re RELATABLE and that’s important in keeping your subscribers and attaining new ones. Keep up these types of videos and sprinkle in the theme park ones once in a while.
I had stopped watching you because like you said, you can do things that the average person can not do afford, but I am now going to keep following you. You maturity and growth are a huge encouragement. Keep doing you!
I appreciate your honesty. I’ve been feeling the same for a while now. I took my grandsons to Knott’s Berry Farm instead of Disneyland for a lot less money and had a great time. I look forward to seeing more of your videos in the future.
Dev! Been watching you for years! It started as a Disney update but have been loving your content beyond that! Keep your head up brother, you are having an impact on people’s lives more than you know. Stay real and that’s what we love . Good for you for being so creative and sharing. Also, I’m working out with your encouragement and maintaining my body and feel so much better. Brother one day you and Bianca will, God willing, have kids and you will see things from a different point of view. Love from Georgia.
Thank you so much for this video, Dev. I'm having existential crisis thesedays and being unhappy with the life I'm living. Thank you for the life advice. I should really seek for change and start to be grateful.
This is so appreciated. This is a conversation that needs to be had.
To me, The word Disney evokes an idea that Walt Disney engineered so families and people of all ages could have fun together. I think Walt Disney's original dream is a mindset that lives in all of our hearts whether we visit the park or not. I enjoy the diversity of your and Bianca's vlogs. You deliver wholesome and relaxing content that anyone can enjoy.
I feel like Disney would throw up if he saw what is going on with the brand currently
I had a therapist who stressed that people use the word “happy” to describe their life. We search for things that give momentary “happiness.” He suggested I should strive to find “contentment” instead.
I’m with you on backing away from Disney. I’m hearing how discontented you are with the road Disney has taken. It hurts my heart that as a senior citizen on a fixed income that I will probably never again afford to visit the parks. The cost of living has increased to the point where I would need to use credit cards & then pay on the balances for the next years. It isn’t worth it. I’ll still be one of your OLD viewers & enjoy whatever you choose to share.
Thank YOU for being yourself and for allowing us to be on your life journey with you. You are a joy to watch. Xx
Like many others in this comment section I totally agree. My wife and I visited Orlando for the whole of April in 2023. We aren’t coaster riders (due to being a full time wheelchair user) but do enjoy Epcot and walking around World Showcase, however we just couldn’t justify the $133 each for a day ticket. So thanks for being so honest. We watch for you.
Been over Disney since the pandemic. Quite depressing to see a once beloved American company commit suicide. Godspeed to you Dev, always dig your videos & candor.
You said it perfectly!!! The MAGIC is gone!!!
Well said .My husband and I feel the same.
Hey Dev! As someone who hopes to live in Orlando some day I enjoy your “Orlando Lifestyle” videos. It gives us our Florida fix. Disney doesn’t need to be your sole source of content. You do you, we will still watch!
I love that you are being honest with the community. There are so many people that are just struggling to get by and seeing the Disney vloggers on a DCL week long cruise in a $30,000 suite can be alittle out of touch. I get that people work for it, but it does start to feel like showing off.
It’s videos like this that keep viewers like me watching. I love Disney & have gone ever since I was 5 & I’m 39 & haven’t been in a year because it sooooooo expensive. To be fair though, so is the world. Everything is expensive, homes, items, etc. it’s just a terrible time. Life sucks right now.
Thank you for keeping things real! I know for myself you are voicing exactly how I feel about Disney being WAY too expensive! We have not been back for almost 4 years now and we are planning a trip there in Nov and it will probably be our last! We are DVC members, and it saddens me that we invested in being a member only to feel like we are not welcome! When they always tell us "WELCOME HOME"! We don't feel welcome anymore! When we come it's always a party of 12! So you already know it's a small fortune, and it takes the fun out of it! So I totally agree with you 100%! Thank you for being honest and keeping things real! You and Bianca are awesome!
Don’t hold back your doing the right thing 😊 sooner or later they’ll get the message and they’ll run out of money
I’m new to your channel but won’t unsubscribe. I just earned the title of ‘Senior Citizen’ so my words are from experience. Live with morals, compassion and joy. It’s okay to pivot. Be happy…and pray for Peace.
What I enjoy about your comment is you are a person who stays true to himself. You don’t sugar coat things. Your videos are fun to watch because they are different not just one subject but in all aspects of life. I many cases I enjoy Disney videos but seeing the same things from so many takes the desire to go there away because it’s not any different. Yours are a breath of fresh air. Stay true to yourself and all things will fall in place.
I think most of us are subscribed for you, your honesty, and your great relationship with Bianca. You should do whatever videos you want to do and whatever brings you joy. I love your personal life stuff and I'm looking forward to your Epic Universe content moving forward.
We just canceled our annual family Disney trip and booked an all inclusive trip to Punta Cana and saved a few thousand $$
I’m here for YOU ( and now Bianca)! I’m so very thankful we took our family to DW in 2015. It was amazing!! Can’t afford it now. But, I am a huge cruise fan and am so excited to hear you are cruising more in 2024 🎉
Love you, both- and remember Dev, be nice to yourself 🥰
I enjoyed your old DW videos when you were happy, excited, and positive in the parks. I watch Disney vlogs on RUclips to escape reality of daily life and get a glimpse of my “happy place”. Your videos recently have been emotionally draining and not an escape at all. I hope you find what makes you happy again and if you ever find yourself enjoying Disney again, I hope I find my way back to your channel. Thanks for the videos and good luck! ❤
Appreciate your honesty. I grew up at DW. It was a yearly family vacation for us. Now I am a single Dad, with 2 kids, working as a High School Teacher. I don't ever see myself being able to take my kids. We experience Disney through you and other channels. It's kinda backfired because they beg to go.
I enjoy your content but make the content that makes YOU happy. Your viewership will be there.
You do an amazing job by keeping us in the know. Agree with you 100% Disney is going in the wrong direction. I don’t have the drive to go anymore. Hoping that I see a ray of Hope but won’t be putting anymore money into a place that doesn’t have the Heart of where Walt wanted the company to be going. Can’t wait to watch you and Bianca’s journeys.
Wow, your video really hit home with me. You do entertain us and you are positive. I am also frustrated with Disney as well. It has become hard to enjoy with the family when everything is costing an arm and a leg. It is such a great environment to be in but it has come to the point where I have to pick and choose what I can and can't afford. I appreciate your honesty and love the everyday content not just Disney. There is so much to explore in this world!
Hi Dev,
Me & my family have watched you from the beginning & remember very well what a breath of fresh air you were with when you first started out. Over the last 7 years we have watched you evolve & grow up, yep grow up the change in you since Bianca & her daughter came on the scene has been awesome & you have remained true to yourself. So excited for the direction the channel is going in wishing you & your family all the best.
Good for you man. We were at Disney for 2 weeks this month after saving for 4 years. Coming over from the UK has always been expensive, but I was shocked at how different the parks were. So expensive and honestly they seemed to have lost a little of that magic.
It’s not a great thing, but if it’s inspired you to move away from that content and do what you love, I wish you all the best. Good things can come from bad situations.
Thank you so much, Dev.🙌 A couple of years ago I made a video about Disney’s price gouging titled “Walt would be pissed”. The situation has only gotten exponentially worse since then. Please continue to speak out everyone! Don’t buy their $5 Cokes and don’t renew your annual passes. I feel like the only way that they will start listening to us is when we stop lining their pockets.
They have already been experiencing less in their pockets because they have been raising prices. They just continue to make more and more bad business decisions and its destroying the company from the inside out.
@@gayelyn.howard I agree. It’s heartbreaking😞💔
universal too! $6 for a powerade 😅
@gabi7416 Universal isn't as bad as Disney yet. Granted food and snack prices are going up, but that's everywhere, not just at theme parks.
I am a casual sports fan and a basketball fan myself. Looking forward to your basketball game vlogs. I am from Sacramento, so GO KINGS! LIGHT THE BEAM!
Don’t ever feel bad about doing something that you enjoy just because others can’t afford it! I actually like seeing those kind of things because I can kind of live vicariously through you and the other RUclipsrs I watch!
We went to the Halloween event last year in September, they didn't have the special Zero popcorn bucket until October, and we were annoyed by that fact. This year we went in October, only to find out the special Mayor popcorn bucket had been sold out in September.
Why the heck do they have a special event item that they don't stock enough of for the whole event? It's made us decide not to bother going again next year.
Everything is expensive. Disney gets all the media attention because its Disney. But Universal, movie theatres, sporting events, concerts etc, are all very expensive. Parking at SoFi stadium in LA for football games is $104! Just to freakin park! A large popcorn and soda at my local movie theatre is $25.00. An individual pizza and side salad at Universal is $17.09, at Disney its $12.79. Universal raised AP prices earlier this year, where are all the whining and complaints about that? I don't like price increases either and I do not like the corporate politics at Disney right now either. But everyone needs a reality check that high pricing is not just limited to Disney. Let's all see how much Universal raises prices when Epic opens.
WELL SAID! The entire world is expensive. Universal definitely raises there prices but you never here him say anything about that. Groceries, Gas, Flights.. he makes it seem like Disney is a bad company. It takes alot to keep those parks going. They aren’t just a county fair. It’s a legitimate business! They are in it to make money 💰
I really appreciate your honesty. Your probably my favorite vlogger. Your honesty is something that always makes me come back to your channel. It is just very nice to watch someone who is relatable and who just wants to be real with everyone. Thank you so much for all the content you put out.
We support you, Dev, and will continue to do so even if it isn’t Disney content! Your honesty and transparency is one of the reasons why you are one of our favorite RUclipsrs. Look forward to whatever new content you decide to explore. 👍
@PCDev - love your content, even without the park content. We are only given limited time on this Earth and we need to do what makes us the most happy. I will still be here to watch, so do what makes you and Bianca happy and fulfilled! ❤
Hey Dev, gotta tell you I’ve been coming to Disney for a really long time. And staying Disney hotels, the Yacht Club for a very long time. Honestly, the magic is gone. The vibe is gone. When Im there very shortly Im going to do my usual EPCOT Food and Wine tour but Im not thinking about going back to the parks next year. I did a trip a few months back and just as much fun hanging out at places in Orlando. And Universal seems like the place to go now
Congratulations Dev. Whilst I've thoroughly enjoyed your Disney content in the past, I'm happy you're moving on, growing and exploring the big wide world, which is just out there waiting for you and the channel. I doubt you'll regret choosing the Disney red pill and staying true to yourself. Onwards and upwards!
Your authenticity is why I followed your channel after watching only one video. And I could feel the vibe shift at Disney right before the pandemic, and since then it’s gotten worse. And it’s not just what’s happening at the parks that has me pulling away. Keep on with what you’re doing and stay authentic to yourself and people will follow. God bless! 😊
I'm 26 who use to be a big Disney head. The theme parks are honestly a huge disappointment as you grow up and is really geared towards kids/young families. None of the attractions are thrilling whatsoever besides maybe 5 across all 4 parks Orlando parks. Not even Rise of the Resistance, Space Mountain, Tron, Everest, Seven Dwarves, etc. For the price $150-175/day for a daily ticket, you might as well just go to Universal which is 20x more fun especially if you're someone who loves thrill. Plus you're only paying $80-110/day including park-to-park.Then you think about the prices for food (which is extremely underwhelming especially as a foodie from NYC) and the crazy prices for merch at Disney (not that I buy) and you really start to think about every little thing you spend money on. All I can say is that I don't ever plan on coming back here ever until I maybe I have kids and that's a huge IF. I do plan on making my annual/biennial trip to Universal still.
That's exactly how I feel also. I'm 29 and usually go every year/2 for Food and Wine, Flower and Garden, and Not so Scary and I believe this year was my last year as well. As you said, the food is honestly not great and the food portions are bite sized, yet they charge like $8-13 for everything. Combined with the costs of entry, long lines, breakdowns/rain delays, etc. and you start to realize how much of a scam it feels like. It is what it is, but my gf and I are sick of Disney too. Universal is 10000 times better.
@@brianc1895 Yup, I can't justify paying that much anymore especially with a world war possibly breaking out, the economy collapsing, high interest rates, rise in rent/home prices every year, and AI taking over jobs, I feel like a lot of people are being more cautious with how they're spending money. Nothing is stopping me from going to Universal though 🤣. It never gets old!
I am disappointed in the Disney trends. Walt would not be pleased with the changes being made to the shows, movies, and parks. I grew up with Disney with Wonderful World of Color era. That was our Sunday night ritual. So I was a lifelong fan. Now with the prices, it is no longer feasible. It is a shame.
Dev you are a breath of fresh air ,we watch you from over the pond in England and enjoy your content because we can't afford the prices Disney are charging anymore there is no magic in Disney anymore. You keep doing your content about you and Bianca we love it, your voice is so calming.keep up the good work. It's nice to be nice period x
This video just is expressing my exact feelings . My son works two jobs Lieutenant on the fire department and and loovveess WDW and now they have priced him out and he can’t justify spending that money now . Two kids and he can’t afford it anymore so sad . They have one night planned but can’t get tickets for the park next week. They only give discounts to locals . We pay for flights and we get nothing and drop so much money !
Unfortunately the world has lost a lot of its magic. I hope we can get it back.
Hey Dev. Long time subscriber here. I watch your channel because it's nice to be nice. And as simple as it is to be nice and kind, it's a dying trait nowadays. You are real and genuine, and that's what a lot of these theme park bloggers are afraid to be because Disney is their meal ticket. Where ever you go in life, you will touch people with honesty and kindness. Thank you for that.
Hi Dev. You are appreciated. I love your honesty and personality. It is why I watch. Plus I love Bianca. Please don’t ever stop sharing or being you.
I got my dream car at 56 your never to old to set goals and enjoy your dreams! Wish Disney was your happy place! We’ll always watch your channel.
Sounds like Disney might be a thing of your past now… And that’s ok! You’re also right about the repetitive nature of theme park vlogger content. It’s truly not sustainable long term. Do what makes you happy!
4 years ago I started watching solely because of your Disney content. Over time I continue to return to your videos because I have developed this care for you and your family! It interesting to see because we are similar in age and going through the same eras of life. It’s nice to see because you are relatable. No matter if you continue with your theme park content or start a new journey, you have a subscriber in me! ✊🏻
Hello Dev and Bianca life is short so make sure you do what makes both of you happy and I will support your channel no matter what txs for bringing sunshine to my day and I loved you both blessings
I needed this today. I've been waking up every day dreading my work, wanting to work for myself but accepting that I will be in this job forever. NO! Only I can make change happen.
I'm glad you're moving away from Disney. I'm bored with it. I'm not watching any of my usual vloggers due to repeat content. It's a waste of my precious time. I'll watch new content as I might learn something from it like I did today. You motivated me to never give in or give up. I don't learn anything from repeat content.
Talks about boycotting Disney as he feels for viewers who cannot afford to go the. Bits a Tesla books multiple cruises and exotic holidays 'what a way to make a stand'.
When the viewership drops he will be running back to Disney as call it what it is it made him .
I think Devs been in the influencer bubble for so long he's forgotten what a privileged life he has .
I appreciate he's put a lot of time and effort into it but it's hardly the 9-5 grind is it.
I commented on his last video that he needs to take a Disney break, I guess he took that to heart. Can’t see the forest for the trees 😔
Top 5 Reasons Disney has me upset:
1. Political nonsense over and over and over
2. Prices
3. Constantly on my phone
4. Customer service has gone down
5. We need a new park
TBF...if corporations are allowed to deny health benefits to some employees because of "religious beliefs" - denying birth control while paying for Viagara - then another corporation should be able to maintain DEI standards since it follows their corporate standards.
Well said Dan! Your list is exactly why we haven’t gone in years. Our family and extended family used to meet to reunite each year at the parks for 7+ days, but now we all travel and meet somewhere else. We’re not interested in supporting Execs using the company to shove a political agenda down our and our kids throats. We also don’t like how they got rid of many of their long time employees and imagineers who embraced Walt’s vision.
I do appreciate your honesty and I completely agree with you. I've been a lifelong Walt Disney fan but my family and I took a break to re-define what a Disney trip looks like for us now that the prices are so stupid high. We're ready now to go again and we think we might have found a few ways to save and it's made it fun to plan again for me. No, our trips are not going to be the same 4 day park, stay on property trips anymore but there are still things we enjoy about a Disney trip. Life is ever changing and right now things are very tough all the way around. Take a break from Disney, it is quite refreshing to rediscover what and why you loved the parks so much. Little by little my love for Walt Disney and his dream has crept back into my heart. I am here for you. You're personality shines in your videos and it is refreshing watching you do whatever.
Absolutely love this video. At least a year ago I found you on RUclips where you did a video on Dollywood (which we loved)and I started watching the Disney videos. We decided it just was not for us bc of the constantly increasing costs. We’ve still loved your Disney videos but are so glad you’ve shown us what we just aren’t willing to pay for. Dollywood gives us a smaller, but so much more affordable and amazing experiences! Your cruise videos and lifestyle videos are awesome and we can’t wait for more of those! You keep doing you!! That’s why your channel is so good-the honesty🎉
Theme parks have ALWAYS been expensive so I’m not sure why you’re so upset…hate to say it but Universal is just as expensive as Disney for the most part. Maybe you just need to take a month off?! I’ve found that RUclipsrs never take breaks….your subscribers are still gonna be there after a month off. And take regular breaks/vacations like 1-2 weeks way more frequently
Dev…you need some Dad advice. So I am a older guy and spent my life in business. When you build a channel or a business you CANNOT change your customers (who come for Disney) In business companies don’t change their customers….their customers change the business. You have to be smart enough to listen to your customers. If you do reinvent your channel and retain most of your subs it would be nothing short of a miracle. I suggest you don’t do this. We have met you lots of times. We watch all your videos. You have helped our little channel. We care about you and your family. I think you should find a way you can do Disney content, rethink this.
Agreed. Maybe Dev should show us how to do Disney "on a budget" and still have that magical experience. I have come to appreciate what Dev does. But his Disney video are what brought me here.....
Dev, this is why we all love and appreciate your content. You are real, and honest. It really saddens me the route that Disney is taking.
I think it's great how honest you're being! I appreciate that you only want to report from the heart! One of the reasons I watch disney channels, is for a little escape from stress of daily life, reported from different people. I will continue to watch your videos! Thank you for being you! You are an inspiration to be the best you, that you can be, and to be true to yourself! That's the best way to go forward in life! Thank you so much for the reminder! 😊
This is why we love yoir vlogs as you are very honest and some people won't say a bad word about disney even if they know disney is overpriced. You are honest and that's what we like and admire and we will continue to watch your clogs which are brilliant.
More Universal! Love how they treat employees and guests. Everything they do they do with intention 😊
And hideously high prices as well....
Eh we had a terrible experience at a Universal Resort and there was 0 customer service..
I’m currently at an AFB watching F16s flying over South Korea and would usually come to your channel for an escape. However, recently, you’ve been on a complain train that is honestly making me sad. We watch your videos because of your capability to share with us the joy of Disney. Most people do not have that privilege. I understand how you feel about Disney’s latest moves, but there are plenty of creative channels that have proved there are still fun things to do at the parks. Stay positive and maybe that creativity will reach you as well. If not, good luck with your lifestyle vlog…
Keep watching videos pre 2019. Live in the past. I get it. Don’t be mad at him because he’s being honest about what’s happening right now. If you can’t see that he’s unwilling to scam peoples emotions and wallets, then I don’t think you have the capacity to appreciate what he has to give. I’m sure he’d love to help you escape, but Disney sucks right now, and it’s a sad fact. Sorry.
@@asheburypress882 Why would I need to keep watching videos from 2019 when there are plenty of other channels that have fresh takes on the parks without the complaints? The context of my original reply was disappointment, not anger. Unwilling to scam people’s wallets and emotions? By making unsponsored RUclips videos? What are you talking about? What is there to appreciate about going to PetSmart or Target (something anyone can do in the States)? If it’s important to talk about how much something “sucks,” I’m assuming you’re the type to feed off negativity. Don’t be “sorry,” be better.
@@filmandcomposition I’m not sorry. I was just being polite. I am better, because I recognize a bad deal and walked away without losing my shirt. Hope you find the cult for you. ✌🏻
@@asheburypress882 Haha! You were trying to be polite and now you’ve decided to be insulting? Interesting. Being sorry is a bad character trait, so I’m glad you decided to take it back. I’m also glad you’re able to see a bad deal and didn’t lose any of your clothing in the process. Congratulations! One man’s cult is another man’s religion. Have fun with all the extra money you’ve saved! 🫰🏽
You’re my fav channel, love love seeing you and your wife go places and do things outside of Disney. Love the adventures but more than anything I like feeling like I’m kicking it with y’all cuz you talk to the camera like you’re not putting on a show 👏🏽
15:00 i agree 100%. live life on your terms. too many times people let others unsolicited opinions control their life choices. it’s time to ask what WE want out of our life. they don’t pay our bills. it’s OUR LIFE.
You complain about Disney but if it wasn’t for Disney you wouldn’t have what you have. You push Tesla’s but the majority of people can’t afford those. Now you’re going to do wedding videos but not everyone will be able to see all of them unless you’re a Paterson. I’ve watched for about 5 years but I’m done. If you hate Disney so much just stay home. They will survive without you
That was mean. He's just being honest. There is such thing as a Disney burn out though
Soooo dreamy handsome he is ❤❤❤❤❤ the magic is falling failing and dying. There too corporate greedy , . No family oriented..its long gone ...just selfishly sad . There destroying all magic entirely.... Regardless too this is no longer Walt Disney company entirely. This is Bob igers world.....His world of destruction!!
Glad you are being honest. Lots of places to go to in Florida other then Disney. I love how some of the other vloggers are also going to other states as well. Time to visit more affordable family places in other states. Dollywood,Hershey Park,Six Flags,Kings Island,and more all over the USA.
So much of what you are saying is correct. I appreciate how you cut through the crap instead of sugar coating BS. However, remember when you was struggling financially and wondering how you was going to survive? You and your channel are very successful and Disney parks played a part in that. You can be successful and remember to stay humble. You are an incredible success and we love your channel. Stay positive. ❤