What better place to celebrate your upcoming nuptials than The Most Magical Place on Earth! Whether you’re an annual pass holder or just looking for the princess treatment, Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL makes for the perfect bachelorette weekend.
Thursday:
- Land at Orlando International Airport on Thursday morning to kick off the weekend.
- Conveniently, there are many direct flight options from Richmond, Norfolk, and Dulles to MCO making travel a breeze!
- Check-in at your WDW resort. There are so many great options, it may be overwhelming to choose which one will work best for your group. A few things to keep in mind are party size, budget, amenities, and location. A few of our favorites at every price-point:
- Most Budget Friendly- Disney’s Art of Animation Family Suites
- Themed to The Lion King, Cars, and Finding Nemo, these suites sleep up to 6 adults and feature 2 bathrooms. Plus, you have the convince of Skyliner access.
- The Most Luxe Experience- Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Bungalows
- Think Maldives meets Mickey Mouse! These over-water bungalows sleep up to 8 adults and feature 2 full bathrooms, a full kitchen living room, and private plunge pool!
- Overall Pick- Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
- Deluxe resort vibe at a moderate price? Yes, please! My personal favorite resort has many dining options in a beautiful setting. Standard rooms sleep 4 adults, but suites sleep up to 8.
- Most Budget Friendly- Disney’s Art of Animation Family Suites
- Depending on your arrival time, your resort room may not be ready yet, but bell services will be happy to hold your luggage while you explore! Our suggestion is to take the Disney provided bus to Disney Springs (the shopping district) for lunch.
- There are many great dining options at Disney Springs, our favorites include The Polite Pig, Chicken Guy, Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’, The Boathouse, and Jaleo.
- When your room is ready, head pack to freshen up for your evening activities!
- The best way to explore other resorts is a Monorail Bar Crawl/Progressive Dinner!
- Get to the Contemporary early and try for a seat at the bar at California Grill
- Next, head to the Polynesian for Tambu lounge or Trader Sam’s
- Then go to the Grand Floridian’s Enchanted Rose
- End your night back at California Grill (make sure to keep your receipt from earlier!) to watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks from their balcony.
Friday
- Start your day bright and early by heading to EPCOT!
- For breakfast, consider Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie in the France pavilion or Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in the Norway Pavilion for a character dining experience with all your favorite princesses.
- Check out all the country pavilions, and depending on the time of year you visit, there will probably be a festival going on with many yummy eats and drinks to sample throughout the day.
Saturday
- You’ll probably need a rest day after all that fun at EPCOT, so have a slow morning by enjoying breakfast at your resort and lounging at the pool.
- If you really want to be pampered, make reservations at The Grand Floridian Spa!
- Even if you’re not staying at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, it’s worth the trip for dinner! On select days they host Sangria University, a unique tasting experience. Great dining choices include:
- 3 Bridges Bar & Grill
- Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood
- Dahlia Lounge (totally underrated view!)
- For a unique experience, book a Fireworks Cruise to end your night with private viewing of either Magic Kingdom’s or EPCOT’s firework show aboard a private boat.
Sunday
- You can’t visit Disney World without a trip to Magic Kingdom!
- To start your day, visit Gasparilla Island Grill at The Grand Floridian for a build-your-own açaí bowl for breakfast.
- Head in to the flagship park for your final day!
- Don’t forget to get your personalized bridal ears at Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe.
Monday
- Enjoy one last meal together at Topolino’s Terrace at Disney’s Riviera Resort for the cutest character breakfast with the best food!
- Head back to the airport for a mid-day return flight.
If you are planning a wedding in Roanoke, Richmond, Fredericksburg/Northern Virginia, The Shenandoah Valley, Coastal Virginia, or Charlottesville/ Lynchburg, Virginia, we can help with your wedding planning and ideas.
