3. Treat yo’ self

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We’ve touched on this trip theme idea before, but it’s worth revisiting. Sometimes you need to plan the Disney trip of all trips. You may have to save extra to pad your vacation budget, but you don’t care. When you visit Walt Disney World, you plan to treat yo’ self.

A treat yo’ self vacation means you are looking to enjoy the best of the best. First, you’re going to want to stay at Disney’s finest resorts. While Disney’s Grand Floridian is an obvious contender, it’s not the only choice worthy of this vacation theme. We especially loved our experience at the stunning villas in Bay Lake Tower at The Contemporary Resort, and guests looking for an above-and-beyond experience can also find breathtaking suites at most of Disney’s major resorts. Really looking to go all out? Book a room at The Four Seasons Orlando, located in Disney’s Golden Oak community. You may not want to leave the resort!

We already mentioned some of our favorite dining locations in the romance section, but there are plenty of others culinary experiences worthy of a treat yo’ self vacation. Brunch at The Four Seasons’ Ravello has been lauded as one of the best character dining experiences on Disney property. Narcoosee’s at The Grand Floridian is also a renowned dining location with an emphasis on seafood. Love chocolate? Plan a tour of Disney’s amazing patisseries and chocolatiers, from Epcot’s La Boulangerie Patisserie to Disney Spring’s The Ganachery.

Finally, a Treat Yo’ Self vacation means pampering, and that means some time at the spa. Senses Spa at Disney’s Grand Floridian, The Mandara Spa at Disney’s Swan, and the spa at The Four Seasons Orlando all offer a wide range of stress-melting treatments you don’t find anywhere else. The bottom line—treat yo’ self!  

4. Dreams do come true

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A number of our theme ideas so far have focused on fun for adults—after all, Walt Disney World is brimming with great stuff for kids to do without any special theming required. However, that’s not to say you can’t plan the most epic trip possible for your little prince, princess, pirate, or Jedi!

First, you’re going to want to stay at a larger than life resort like Disney’s Polynesian, Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside, or even the pirate-themed rooms at Disney Caribbean Beach Resort. If your little one is under fourteen, they can also visit the parks in costume. You can either get one before you arrive or splurge on an official Disney get-up at the World of Disney or many of the other stores in Disney Springs (where your little one can also custom build their own lightsaber!). If you really want to go all out, you can book your child a visit to The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique or The Pirates League for a full character makeover they’ll never forget!

You don’t have to look far to find magical experiences at Walt Disney World, but some of our favorites are Disney’s closest character encounters, like the Princess breakfast at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, dinner with Flynn Rider and Rapunzel at Trattoria al Forno, or a visit from Disney’s princesses at Wonderland Tea at 1900 Park Fare. You can also visit one of Disney’s amazing dinner shows, like The Spirit of Aloha at The Polynesian Resort or Mickey’s Backyard BBQ.

Beyond incredible in-park experiences like Jedi Temple Training at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, parents can also splurge on giving their kids a one of a kind experience on a Pirates Adventure Cruise, a Perfectly Princess Tea Party, or at the Pixar Play Zone. Families can also take a guided scavenger hunt on Disney’s Family Magic Tour, have a close encounter with some gentle giants at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, or enjoy a pirate themed fireworks Cruise!

There are plenty more theme ideas you can try for your next Disney trip. What are some other theme ideas you’d like to see us explore in the future?