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In this episode, join Lillian as she begins her epic adventure with her family at Walt Disney World! She shares all the excitement, tips, and highlights from the start of her super long trip. Tune in for insider insights, unforgettable moments, and a deep dive into the magic of Disney. Stay tuned for Part 2, where the adventure continues with her cohost, Becky!
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In Part Two of our Disney Vacation Showdown, Becky steps up to reveal her ultimate $5,000 Disney vacation plan. Will her magical itinerary outshine Lillian's? Tune in as Becky shares her strategies for enjoying enchanting experiences, mouthwatering dining, and unforgettable moments—all while sticking to the budget. Find out who comes closer to the $5,000 limit without going over, and join in the fun of this sisterly competition!
Port Orleans French Quarter with King Bed

November 4-9, 2024

6-Day Ticket no Park Hopper

With Disney Dining Plan (table service)

Total Available Credits: 10 SC, 10 QS, 10 TS

Bring granola bars & fruit for most breakfasts with coffee free from cantina with resort mugs

Day One: Monday 11/4

Arrive at hotel by noon - park, drop bags, secure passes

Bus to MK, ride as available

Lunch at Columbia Harbor House

Check into hotel around 5

Dinner at Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Port Orleans Riverside

Walk property after dark, maybe enjoy pool time

Keep it casual

2 QS

2 TS

Day Two: Tuesday 11/5

Epcot - guardians VQ

Beneigs for breakfast at Scat Cat

Other than guardians focus on food & wine & world showcase

Use snack credits at Food and Wine throughout the day

May take mid-day break back at hotel

Budget $80 for drinks (2 each @ $20 each)

Take advantage of one counter service credit with a drink for total of 3

7 SC

2 QS

Day Three: Wednesday 11/6

Hollywood Studios

Woody’s Roundup for Lunch - Table Service

Oga’s Cantina $40 for drinks

Dinner at Ronto Roasters - Ronto Wrap & Coruscant Cooler QS

Fantasmic

2 QS

2 TS

Day Four: Thursday 11/7

Magic Kingdom

Snack Credit breakfast cinnamon roll from Gaston’s Tavern - shared

Snack Dole Whips

Dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern

3 SC

2 TS

Day Five: Friday 11/8

Animal Kingdom

Lunch at Satu’li Canteen (rice & salad bowls)

The Animation Experience at Rafiki’s Planet Watch (included with park ticket)

After AK closes - Sangria University Experience at Animal Kingdom Lodge - $69-$79 each plus tax/gratuity - budget $200 (requires advanced booking)

Dinner at Sanaa at AKL - $22

2 QS

2 TS

Day Six: Saturday 11/9

Epcot - try again for Guardians - focus on Future World

Lunch at Sunshine Seasons (QS)

Dinner at Garden Grill

2 QS

2 TS

Total Food Credits

SC: 10

QS: 10

TS: 10

Package (hotel, tickets, dining plan) = $4,488.96

Tips at TS restaurants: $150

Additional Drinks $120

Sangria Event $200

Bread Service @ Sanaa $22

Total Vacation Cost: $4,980.96

By not having park hopper we were able to add an experience
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Part 1 - Lil takes the reins and lays out her ultimate Disney vacation plan. With a $5,000 budget, she crafts a magical itinerary filled with enchanting experiences, delicious dining, and unforgettable memories. Tune in to see how Lillian balances the magic and the budget, and stay tuned for Part Two where Becky presents her plan. Who will come closer to the budget without going over?
1 Base Tix 4 days - 627.69
1 BT 4d + MM - 812.69
Room only $2,185
Total $3,625.38
$140 for ILL
$919.50 food (including tax/tips)
$242 for extras
$46 Resort Mugs
Grand Total $4,972.88
Day 1 - DS/Resort - Stop @ Ft Wilderness by 8am for Horseback Riding! ($58.50 PP = $117) hotel @ 10:30am, check in & leave bags w/bell svcs - room prob won’t be ready - explore resort, take bus to DS. Walk around, lunch @ EET $40 (Bread Service $19.95, Boozy Slushy $12, Mango Lassi $5.95), boat to PO, explore, carriage ride ($65), beignets @ Scat Cat’s (3 Mickey Shaped for Nero $7.79, Baton Rouge w/RumChata for Lil $12.49) $21.50. boat to DS, bus to Coronado. Get luggage (give bell srvs $5), relax/enjoy the room. Go to Dahlia Lounge 8pm - watch fireworks, $61 (Shrimp Pil Pil $16.50, Calamari $16, Espumoso Punch $16). bed after that.
Day 2 - MK Tron ILL $40, Split a Cinnamon roll $6.99 from Gastons & 2 LeFou’s Brew $6.79 ($22 total), ride whatever we can (Peter Pan, Pirates, Haunted, Winnie, Small World, Carousel of Progress, Ppl Mover, Tiki Room, Thunder Mtn, Tiana’s), lunch @ Skipper Canteen $74 (Jungle Bird cocktail $15, Hardy Har Char Siu Pork $29, Cachacas $15), Try for Tron ILL for night time. Watch fireworks, late dinner at Cinderella’s Royal Table ($84 pp, The Castle Flight $15) $230, hang out in the shops until crowds die down, bus to Coronado.
Day 3 - AK FoP ILL $30 Start w/Safari and work through other rides (Navi if the wait isn’t too long, Dino, Everest, Nemo and Fest of the Lion King). Lunch at Nomad Lounge (join walk-up list early!) $60 (Bread service $18, Pork Belly $15, Night Monkey Cocktail $15), train to conservation station to draw and pet some animals, then head out - search for DiVine on our way out! Bus to Jambo House, relax and explore the resort until we’re ready for dinner at Boma! $140 then go back to Coronado and possibly see fireworks from room
Day 4 - Rest - sleep in, relax by pool, Mosaic activity $50 ($25 each), bus to MK around 3pm and head to Poly to see if we can get into Trader Sam’s! (Kalua Pork Tacos $10.50, Dumplings $10, Skipper Sipper $6, Uh-Oa $26.50) $59, monorail crawl to walk around the resorts, then back to Poly to watch fireworks and elec water pageant from the beach - dinner @ Capt Cook’s $25 (Spicy Korean Chic Bowl $12.99, Thai Coconut Meatballs $10.49), monorail to MK and bus to Coronado
Day 5 - HS Rise ILL $40 Ride whatever we can, Ronto Wraps for lunch $25 for 2, Cold Brew Black Cat $6, Stop into free Chase card holder photo spot, Dinner at Brown Derby Lounge $55 (Escargot $19, Cobb Salad $25), watch Fantasmic then back to Coronado
Day 6 - EPCOT Cos Re ILL $30, check out of hotel before heading to park, leave bag at bell services. Ride whatever rides we can (especially Soarin), Stop into free Chase card holder photo spot, graze at Food & Wine Fest booths all day ($80 allowance), LaCava Avocado $21, explore world showcase, watch night time show and head home (after getting bag from hotel and tipping bell serv $5).
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This episode is slightly different from the rest, as we did not add a news segment at the beginning because... WE'RE IN DISNEY!!!! Yaaay!!!! Follow along on instagram for some highlights from our trip and sty tuned for our full trip report once we return!
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In this episode, Becky and Lillian dive into the enchanting world of character dining at Walt Disney World! From Cinderella's Royal Table to Chef Mickey's, they explore all the magical dining experiences where guests can enjoy delicious meals while interacting with beloved characters. Join them as they share insider tips, highlight their favorite character interactions, and provide recommendations for making the most of your character dining experience.
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1900 Park Fare

• Breakfast $54 Adult, $34 child
• Dinner $66 Adult $41 child
• Aladdin, Cinderella, Taina & Mirabel

Akershus - Epcot, Norway Pavilion in WS

• Princess Storybook Dining
• Breakfast $35 child, $55 adult
• Lunch & dinner $43 child, $67 adult
• Do check the menu, especially if you have picky eaters - buffet style

Cape May Cafe - Beach Club Resort

• Characters only at breakfast (Minnie & Friends in beach attire)
• Breakfast $30 child, $47 adult (dinner without characters is $27/$47)
• Buffet

Chef Mickey's - Contemporary Resort

• Classic Disney Fab 5
• Breakfast $34 child, $54 adult
• Dinner $66 adult, $41 child
• Buffet

Cinderella’s Royal Table - Magic Kingdom

• Princess Dining
• Breakfast $42 child, $69 adult
• Lunch & Dinner $84 adult, $49 child
• Menu to choose from

The Crystal Palace - Magic Kingdom

• Winnie the Pooh and Friends
• Breakfast $30 child, $48 adult
• Dinner $61 adult, $40 child
• Buffet

The Garden Grill - Epcot the Land Pavillion

• Rotating Restaurant
• Mickey, Goofy, Chip & Dale
• All you can eat family style
• Breakfast $30 child, $47 adult
• Dinner $62 adult, $40 child

Hollywood & Vine - DHS

• Disney Jr. Stars Breakfast
• Minnie and friends Seasonal Dining for lunch and dinner
• Buffet
• Breakfast $30 child, $47 adult
• Dinner $63 adult, $40 child

‘Ohana - Polynesian Resort

• Lilo & Stitch Breakfast only
• All you can eat family style
• Breakfast $30 child, $49 adult
• Dinner $62 adult, $40 child (No characters)

Ravello - 4 Seasons Resort

• Goofy and Friends only Thursday and Sunday at Breakfast
• Buffet
• Breakfast $32 child, $52 adult (Children are ages 3-12 at Four Seasons!)
• Decent option if the times work, you’re staying off property, and you have kids up to age 12
• No Disney Dining Plans Accepted

Storybook Dining at Artist Point - Wilderness Lodge

• Snow White, 2 of 7 Dwarfs, option to meet Evil Queen
• Dinner only
• Dinner $65 adult, $39 child

Topilino’s Terrace - Riviera Resort

• A la Cart breakfast with Mickey and Friends
• Adult $49, child $30

Tusker House - Animal Kingdom

• Buffet
• Mickey and Friends on Safari
• Breakfast $30 child, $47 adult
• Dinner & Lunch $62 adult, $40 child

Hoop De Doo - Fort Wilderness (honorable Mention)

• All you care to enjoy family style
• Dinner Theater
• Dinner Only
• Adult $66-74, Child $39-44