Originally Posted By rockcow1 My 11 year old DD is going to WDW for the first time (not counting when she was 6 months old)in 8 days! She wants to trade pins. I have a few I bought her to get started. Is there a good place to go in the parks that she won't feel intimidated by the pros? (She's a little shy). Thanks!
Originally Posted By -em If its more Cast Member trading- anywhere is pretty decent- Most CMs (esp if not busy)are wonderful to talk to and trade with. The Wilderness Lodge has a pin trading book filled with 5 pages of pins for trade (12 per page)Its usually out during operating hours (7:30-10) at the pin cart. The only real place they have guest to guest trading is at DTD pin traders, but its trader beware as its better to trade there with a good knowledge of pins. -em
Originally Posted By trekkeruss IMO, it's probably best to stick with trading with Cast Members at first. CM's will be wearing lanyards with pins; there is zero pressure and the CM *must* trade for whatever she wants. Once she gains confidence, she ca start trading with other kids and adults.
Originally Posted By rockcow1 Do all cast members with lanyards trade? Or just the ones at pin carts or where the sell pins?
Originally Posted By vbdad55 All cast members with lanyards trade....and I will echo some of the sentiments above.....avoid the pin traders with the suit cases on wheels for an 11 year old -- it will not be a pleasant experience. The CM's are best, and if she has traders and wants to wear a lanyard around your resort - or when you go to a meal - she might find others willing to trade. I have a 12 year old and she still trades --
Originally Posted By rockcow1 Thanks All! She's preparing her pins as we speak. We leave next Saturday!
Originally Posted By partyhare Pin trading at the Magic Kingdom pin store in Frontierland is fun. There are several cast members in there to trade with, plus a pin board that they have trading games and give out dreams certificates. It is very fun and safe, and not overwhelming. Have fun!
