The 15s are Tour Groups of South American girls celebrating their 15th Birthday.
They are FAMOUS for their matching Backpacks and shirts and for their LARGE numbers!
Most are given the choice of a LARGE party at home or a trip to WDW(some will also go to NYC and Miami and Bahamas)and,in addition to WDW,most will also go to Universal,Sea World,Busch Gardens,etc.
Some will also have Private Parties(some with South American entertainers)as well as Quinceanera celebrations in World ShowPlace.
The largest numbers,
BY FAR,are from Brazil and Argentina with smaller numbers from Uruguay,Paraguay,Chile,Venezuela,etc.
It is VERY interesting when Brazil and Argentina encounter each other-they
DO NOT like each other-mainly because of Soccer.
Their rivalry is like Alabama v. Auburn or Ohio State v. Michigan on STEROIDS!
The "main" months for the migration of The 15s are July for their Winter Break and January/February for their Summer Break.
I am very familiar with The 15s as we go every July for my Birthday and,for the most part,they are really nice young ladies,but they can get "out of hand" at times!lol
They now use Private Buses alot and that has helped greatly as has the introduction of the Super Greeters in July.
I present to you the
LEGENDARY PHENOMENON KNOWN AS THE 15s!lol