Disney for Honeymoon

I love staying at the hotels inside the park. I get a package. We're going to Disney World for our honeymoon. I like to stay on site because it is just so convenient and you have a few extra perks like getting in the parks earlier, staying later etc. We got the "park hopper" tickets so we could visit a park in the morning, go get a nap or whatever and then visit in the evening to a different park if we want to. Disney World hotels can be expensive, but they do have the Value Resorts.

We're going to Disney for our honeymoon a few months after our wedding. That's where we got engaged and were so excited. It's as romantic as you make it. I also advise staying in a hotel on site. It makes everything easier.

To NOT stay inside the park? Why?

I've been with children and most recently without. It's a whole different ballgame without kids I don't know if we'd call it one of our more romantic vacas, but it was pretty awesome.

If you stay in a park hotel you pay more for your room but don't pay for transport or parking to get to and from the park. Also if you get everything directly from Disney it'll be cheaper because they offer bundle discounts. They also offer great discounts if you are a member of AAA, it's pretty beneficial to get a membership with them and use their travel agent services to book it all, it'll save you money and time in the long run.

FH and I plan to honeymoon there, but we didn't really pick it for romance factor so much as that we both love Disney.

Another thing to consider is if you want to visit any specific restaurants there you'll want to book ASAP or you might not be able to get in. The best restaurants fill up very fast for the summer months and people book them a long time in advance because of this.

Omg. We are, too. Well, I want to. We have a delayed honeymoon because I won't have any leave time due to my chronic illness. So, in waiting until we're both out on vacation.. thanks for this post! I'm definitely following!

When we went a couple of years ago I priced it through AAA and directly through Disney. It was literally only $10 less through AAA.

I've never been with my FH, but I have been to Disney world 7 times, so I consider myself a self proclaimed tour guide lol! First off, staying outside of the park is pointless. If you want to keep costs low, stay at a value resort or one of the cheaper deluxe resorts such as Caribbean or Coronado. Also fast pass isn't absolutely necessary if yall are there to relax and enjoy one another. I would consider a dining plan. My fave plan is the one that includes one sit down meal a day, it really pays for itself.

My FH proposed to me at Disney World (see my picture). Lots of people will say that it's childish, but I loved it and if I could honeymoon at Disney I would. I recommend staying at a hotel on Disney property, that way you get access to the Extra Magic Hours (longer park hours) and you get access to the free Walt Disney World transportation. People will say it won't be romantic, but it will be if you make it that way.

Disney will not be a Sandals resort full of only couples, but you can still add some romance to it. Research restaurants that have more of a romantic vibe and make reservations there. Don't fill up the calendar with activities and make time to relax for it to feel more like a honeymoon. That's the great thing about Disney as it appeals to all ages and all kinds of vacations. Just make it your own!

Love Disneyland!! Are you going to Disney Land or Disney World. If it's Disney Land you can stay across the street and just walk in every day. Much cheaper than any of the DL Hotels, which are all awesome by the way. I don't think it's less romantic because of kids. If you and FH love it you should do it.

My FH took me to Disneyworld for my birthday and we had the best time! We are opting for a tropical honeymoon, but I found it incredibly romantic. We were able to just spend the days and nights together having fun. I wouldn't have as much fun with anyone else. Also, there are plenty of "adult things" to do as well. We did a VIP tour at Animal Kingdom that takes you behind the scenes and it's amazing. We also drank around the world at Epcot, that was a blast. And at night, there are nice restaurants. I highly recommend ignoring the advice you got and STAY on property. It's so easy, no need to rent a car, all the transportation is provided. If you end up going, you need to check out JellyRolls at the boardwalk. It's a dueling piano bar, so much fun!

ETA: Double post.

First off which Disney there is more than one.

Jealous, I haven't been to Disney but I am a huge Universal Orlando lover.. would go for our honeymoon but FH isn't a fan of the idea. I think it's super romantic, and it will be tons of fun! When I buy tickets to universal I go through the low cost travel group (if you plan on staying in a hotel not on site at Disney) but if you are going to stay on site you can get packages that include everything! I would stay on site if I were you tho.. then you don't have to worry about transportation!

Personally my fiancé and I love Disneyland! We live about an hour away from Anaheim in SoCal, so 2 years ago we had annual passes. We absolutely love it. We plan to get passes again at some point because we have so many fond memories there; it was our go-to for weekend plans and date nights. It can definitely be fun, even with all the kids! If anything, it just makes it more fun. The excitement and childlike wonder is contagious.

Ideas to make it more romantic:

-Dress up in cute outfits- lots of adults dress up to go to the parks. Look up "Dapper Day Disneyland" for inspiration.

-Get reservations at one of the restaurants. You can look up on their website what restaurant you want to go to, the menu, etc.

-if you and FH like to drink, definitely make sure you get Park Hopper tickets so you can go to California Adventure, where they serve alcohol (this tip applies specifically to Disneyland, idk how it is at Disney World). California Adventure is also sometimes a little less crowded, and for whatever reason is *slightly* more adult-oriented in atmosphere.

-Stay till close. Sometimes by that time the younger children and their parents have left the park by then, and you will have more free reign. Especially during the off-season.

Ideas for keeping costs lower:

-Pack your own food, and try to limit the amounts of meals and snacks you buy within the park. A lot of people don't realize that you are allowed to bring in your own food and drinks. You can bring in homemade food like sandwiches, fruits, veg, snacks; fast food such as Subway or McDonalds (both located near the parks) and even pizza slices in foil or ziplocs. Pretty much the only thing you can't bring in is a whole pizza box or very large amounts of food that don't fit into a bag. And even if you do decide to do that, they will just direct you to a picnic area right next to the park entrance next to security. My fiancé and I would typically bring in an insulated backpack with whatever food we wanted for the day (along with things like sunscreen, charging blocks, etc).

-You do not have to pay for water at Disneyland. It is free to go to any food stand where they distribute soda and ask for cups of ice water.

-Bring one bag per person. You can rent out a locker for the day, but my FH and I never did. All of the rides will either have room for your bags next to your feet or there will be a space for you to place your belongings before you get on the ride ( such as at relatively more thrilling rides like California Screaming, a roller coaster). If you each bring a backpack you should have more than enough room for all of your food and essentials for the day, provided you pack efficiently. Plus it's fun to carry around a cute backpack. I got a cute Betsey Johnson one for the parks for cheap at a store like TJ Maxx.

-Plan ahead. Check your weather report, buy sunscreen, charging blocks, and anything else you may need (like warm sweaters, if you plan on being there during a winter night) ahead of time, before you enter the parks. A plastic rain poncho costs a dollar at the dollar store and about $10 inside Disneyland, if I remember correctly. A hoodie costs $20 at Target and over $50 inside Disneyland.

-There are lots of cute souvenirs, some cheaper than others. If you go to Town Hall on Main Street, you can ask for a "Just Married" button. It may not be a $60 figurine, but it is cute and free.

-this last one isn't so much about saving money as it is about getting the most out of your money. Download the Disney app or an app like MouseWait so you can look up ride wait times. This will help you spend less time in line and give you a better idea of how to plan your day and what rides you want to go on. I would also recommend trying to get FastPasses for as many of the more popular rides as possible. You can also try getting into Single Rider lines. The issue with that is you and FH may not sit right next together on those rides, but sometimes you do, and the wait time is waaayyyyy shorter.

I am sure I am missing something, but yeah. I think Disneyland can be a great honeymoon option, provided you are willing to just roll with it and enjoy the atmosphere!

We are going in a few weeks just the two of us, so I'll have to let you know. I did go with friends as an adult, and while I can't imagine it will be the most romantic trip, it will certainly be fun. We also set a day aside to not go into the parks, and I think lounging by the pool, taking a boat ride to Downtown Disney, and eating at a bar will be nice and adult-y.

Just thought to add...Staying in the parks is expensive but if you don't plan to leave Disney and do anything else, it might be worth it. You won't need a car, and you can eat reasonably at the counter service restaurants and bars.

Someone posted about this not so long ago. My bro and SIL went to Disney for the honeymoon only bc for immigration reasons she could not leave the country. She was on a K-1 Fiancé visa. I have never been but FH and I have been to Universal Studios and it was super fun, expensive, but not a honeymoon destination either.

Based on these experiences, I can tell you it is not romantic. Disney World is for kids and is therefore full of kids and parents unless this place has any emotional significance for you don't even consider it. Disney is also not inexpensive at all. Everything is overpriced bc they know that its a vacation place and that parents will pay whatever to see their kids faces light up. Also if you stay in a hotel far out from the park consider that you will have to pay carfare unless you will bring your own car.

Honestly, unless its for immigration or legal issues don't make Disney your honeymoon destination. It is probably cheaper to fly to an all inclusive resort in the Caribbean or take a cruise. If you must stay in the US look into romantic resorts in the Poconos and the like. If you are adamant about Disney World go to Downtown Disney for some adult fun in the nightlife, eat at the local family owned restaurants/buffets, and buy snacks at the delis before you go to the park to save a little and enjoy your time there.

My fiancé and i are going to disneyworld for our disneymoon! we have not booked it yet but it was automatically our honeymoon destination pick just because we love disney so much. We have been together for 5 years and been to disney 5 times together. He actually proposed to me the last time we went this past october in front of cinderella's castle! It is still super romantic no matter how many kids are there because in all honesty, the adults always seem like they're having more fun than the kids! and there's plenty of adult things to do such as drinking around the world at epcot or going to disney springs at night for a few drinks and live music! I would 100% stay in a hotel on disney property. If you want to save money, stay in one of the All-Star hotels (All-star music, All-star movies, All-star sports) these are the value resorts so they are the least expensive but they are still very nice and i really recommend them since they're affordable, you have transportation to all 4 parks including disney springs and the 2 water parks, and you are still on disney property so you get the full disney experience! i would say though to splurge and do the disney dining plan so you dont have to worry about paying for food while your there since it will already be prepaid for and so you can choose reservations at any of the disney restaurants! my favorites are "be our guest" in magic kingdom and "the biergarten" in epcot's germany pavilion. It is so worth it in my opinion with the dining plan especially if you want the trip to be romantic!

We are going on a Disneymoon!! Also, I recommend world over land any day...

1. Stay onsite. Period. You get so many perks and then you can get a package (room, tickets, transportation, and food) that you cannot get with outside parks. Plus on site parking is honestly a slap in the face...

2. Stay in a moderate resort. Less kids and they are not as expensive as the deluxe. We are staying at Coronado Springs as it is where the conferences are so it tends to have a more adult feel, plus you get the same amenities as a deluxe.

3. Book with a travel agent. We used MouseSavers. They automatically rebook if a new promotion is out so we always get the best deal.

4. Tell people you are on your honeymoon, they treat you extra special and on occasion will get extra perks (not the main reason to go but its always nice to feel extra special)

Also if yall are concerned about cost Disney does a Free Dining promo every year if your room qualifies. While 2018 dates are not released and will not be for another year or so, when your wedding is sounds like you may be eligible for it (don't quote me on that). But you have to stay onsite. Our travel agent will be rebooking ours once 2017 dates are released assuming that we are eligible.

I'm actually going to Disney this summer for a family vacation. I would definitely want to stay at a Disney owned hotel. There is so much to offer like extra magic hours, free transportation to the parks, and also I would get a dining plan. The vacation packages are the best, I would never do Disney without it.

As for the kids, there will be lots of them but it's how you make it.

I went with my fiancé as my Christmas gift and it was fun during the day and we were able to be silly. When we went back to the Disney resort, it was very romantic to eat dinner and go walking around. Oh! And the fireworks are beautiful and it was pretty nice sitting there with him and enjoying that.