2. Treat yo taste buds

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Any proper Walt Disney World addict knows the best part of the trip can easily be the food. Despite waning quality in some of their establishments, Disney still has full lineup of world class restaurants on property where you can Treat Yo Self to the meal of your dreams.

We would be remiss if we didn’t mention scoring a reservation for Cinderella’s Royal Table or Be Our Guest (getting the reservation alone will feel like a triumph!). Epcot’s Le Cellier Steakhouse is another popular choice for meat lovers, while fans of world cuisine will love Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Jiko (who has a vegetarian dish that is better than just about anything else in Walt Disney World). Wilderness Lodge’s Artist Point was recently lauded as one of the finest restaurants on property along with the Four Season’s Ravello Italian kitchen (particularly their Good Morning character breakfast). Other popular spots with consistently high marks include Flying Fish Café, Monsieur Paul, Narcoosees, California Grill, and The Boathouse.

Of course, if you are looking for the ultimate Walt Disney World dining experience, there is only one real choice. Victoria and Albert’s maintains its crown as Disney’s pièce de résistance for culinary achievement, with the exclusive chef’s table 10 course meal as its most coveted centerpiece. You will certainly pay for it, but experts are unanimous that there is no dining experience at Walt Disney World like Victoria and Albert’s.

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Treat Yo Budget:

The Swan and Dolphin come to the rescue again! If you happen to be visiting on or near your birthday, Shula’s Steakhouse offers a free entrée if you sign up for their mailing list. The Swan and Dolphin also include several of Walt Disney World’s most fabulous restaurants that you have never heard of, such as the delicious sushi stop, Kimonos, or rich Italian fare at Il Mulino. At the same time, you don’t have to spend yourself blind to have a stellar meal at Walt Disney World. Spend a day sampling delights from one of Epcot’s annual festivals, or just pick your favorite restaurant at Walt Disney World and have a Treat Yo Self meal!

3. Shop like no one is watching

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What is a classic Treat Yo Self day without shopping? Epcot’s World Showcase is full of incredible shopping opportunities like the Mitsukoshi department store, Germany’s quaint courtyard shops, and the gorgeous wares of the marketplace in Morocco (not to mention perfume in Italy and France). If you’re a Star Wars fan, partake in some artwork and props from a galaxy far, far away at Star Wars Launch Bay or Tatooine Traders. Magic Kingdom also has a number of unique shopping experiences along Main Street and throughout its lands.

If shopping is your favorite Treat Yo Self activity, Disney Springs is the place to be. If you are looking for unique souvenirs and stylish clothing with a Disney twist, head to the Marketplace Co-Op, which is full of trendy Disney merchandise found nowhere else. For more traditional Disney shopping, The World of Disney remains a mainstay. If you are just looking to shop, shop, shop, Disney Springs offers over a hundred shopping locations including popular high-end retailers like Na Hoku Jewelers, Mac Cosmetics, and Uniqlo.

Treat Yo Budget:

You don’t need to go on an insane shopping spree to Treat Yo Self. Save up to buy one or two souvenirs you normally wouldn’t purchase on your next trip. Give yourself the freedom to say yes to that lightsaber lamp, that R2D2 dress, or that Baymax coffee mug you’ve been ogling. What is the one item you really wanted to get? Treat yourself to that one thing.