Disney Wedding Podcast
643 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 167 ratingsPlan your ideal Disney wedding, vow renewal or anniversary with insider tips, money-saving tricks, and creative ideas from the author of "Carrie Hayward's Fairytale Weddings Guide." This weekly show also features vendor spotlights and interviews with real Disney couples.
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#538 Rachel & Jayson's Italy Isola Wedding
August 10, 2022 07:05 - 41 minutes - 22.4 MBToday, Rachel Thompson shares the story of her ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion and reception at Italy Isola in EPCOT, including a ride mix-in on Soarin'. You'll hear how she and Jayson chose these locations, what the most popular menu items were, and where they saved and splurged. Rachel also discusses the unique timeline and restrictions associated with outdoor, in-park events and gives lots of tips to help you plan yours. Listen now! Click here to see all the photos!
#537 Paige & Keith's EPCOT Wedding
August 03, 2022 07:05 - 29 minutes - 16.4 MBThis week, Paige Hutton shares the story of being the first couple to have a wedding ceremony at EPCOT’s GM Lounge! You’ll hear how she and Keith chose this unique venue, along with Living Seas Salon for their reception and Italy Isola for their dessert party! Paige shares her tips for decorating Living Seas Salon, making transportation go more smoothly, and choosing menu items when you have a reception, a dessert party and a welcome party to plan! You’ll also hear how her decision to use Ma...
#536 Beth & Caleb's Pandora Wedding
July 27, 2022 07:05 - 22 minutes - 14.4 MBToday, Beth Crowell shares the story of her Wedding Pavilion ceremony, Harambe Marketplace dinner, and Pandora: World of Avatar cake-and-dance party. You'll hear how she and Caleb decided to split up their reception and chose these unique venues, along with details on the rules and restrictions associated with catered events at Pandora. Beth also shares her favorite menu items and cake flavors, plus her top advice for anyone having a Disney wedding! Click here to see all the photos!
#535 Jenna & Jon's Trader Sam's Wedding
July 20, 2022 07:05 - 25 minutes - 12.6 MBThis week, Jenna shares the story of her Disney wedding and reception, which were moved to the Whitehall Room and Patio due to a daylong rainstorm, plus a cake-cutting at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, and a dessert party held at World Showplace and UK Lochside. Jenna discusses how Disney handled the major changes to her venues and schedule due to weather, as well as whether it’s worth it to pay extra for a full bar buyout with special effects at Trader Sam’s. Click here to see all the photos!
#534 Olivia & Nathan's Tower of Terror Wedding
July 13, 2022 07:05 - 29 minutes - 14.3 MBToday, Olivia Ledbetter shares the story of her Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress ceremony, Mexico Vista Harmonious cocktail hour, and Tower of Terror reception—plus a welcome party at Tamu Tamu Courtyard and two ride mix-ins! She and Nathan decided to move their ceremony off site so they could have more control, use an outside floral vendor, and take advantage of Just Marry's planning services. In this episode, Olivia offers her top tips for combining an off-site ceremony with a Disney reception,...
#533 Shelby & Patrick's Tree of Life Wedding
July 06, 2022 07:05 - 26 minutes - 13.8 MBThis week, Shelby Smith shares the story of her Tree of Life ceremony at Animal Kingdom, followed by a reception at Sea Breeze Point. By reusing their ceremony floral at the reception and cutting down the menu, she and Patrick were able to save money to put toward the unique ceremony venue—and ended up being only $100 over their Event Minimum! You'll also hear Shelby's top tips, plus how Disney pixie-dusted them with the Tree of Life Awakenings show after their ceremony was unexpectedly move...
#532 Katie & Jon's Place de Remy Wedding
June 29, 2022 07:05 - 45 minutes - 22.2 MBToday, Katie and Jon Perez share what it was like to be the first couple ever to be married at Place de Remy in EPCOT, complete with a surprise ride mix-in on Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! They also discuss their Living Seas Salon reception, UK Lochside dessert party, and Harambe Marketplace welcome party with ride mix-ins on Na’vi River Journey and Flight of Passage. And you’ll hear about where they saved and splurged, plus their top tips for other couples! Click here to see all the photos!
#531 Alex & Kyle's BoardWalk Inn Wedding
June 22, 2022 07:05 - 37 minutes - 18.8 MBThis week, Alex Martinez shares the story of her ceremony at BoardWalk Inn’s Croquet Court and reception at Atlantic Dance Hall. She and Kyle also held a welcome party with Magic Kingdom fireworks at the Contemporary’s West Rotunda Courtyard and a rehearsal dinner with fireworks at EPCOT’s UK Lochside! On today’s show, she talks about planning each of these events to maximize guest experience, including the addition of such entertainment as a live painter, photobooth, confetti cannons, and e...
#530 Cid & Justin's California Grill Wedding
June 15, 2022 07:05 - 30 minutes - 17.3 MBToday, Cid and Justin Cid-Perry share the story of their Wedding Pavilion ceremony and California Grill reception. You'll hear how they chose these locations, their tips for working within the menu restrictions at California Grill, and how they kept the focus on guest experience. They also share details of their Animal Kingdom welcome party at Tamu Tamu Courtyard, including ride mix-ins on Na'vi River Journey and Flight of Passage! Click here to see all the photos!
#529 Amanda & Kaleb's Disney Cruise Wedding
June 08, 2022 07:30 - 25 minutes - 12.8 MBThis week, Amanda Lui shares the story of her Disney cruise ceremony at Wedding Pointe on Castaway Cay and reception at The Tube aboard the Disney Fantasy. You’ll hear how she and Caleb decided to travel all the way across the country for their wedding, how they were able to make the Tube more wedding-worthy just by working with the lighting technician, and where they splurged and saved. You’ll also hear about the welcome party, Palo dinner, and traditional Chinese tea ceremony they planned—...
#528 Farrahn & Michelle's Sea Breeze Point Wedding
June 01, 2022 07:05 - 19 minutes - 9.9 MBToday, Farrahn Wood Williams shares the story of her ceremony and celebration at Sea Breeze Point, with a dessert party at Germany Promenade A, B & C and a ride mix-in on Frozen Ever After. She and Michelle were researching small, casual weddings when they discovered Disney weddings via this podcast and learned from the Fairytale Weddings Guide that they were actually affordable! In this episode, Farrahn shares how she and Michelle chose their venues, got Mickey and Donald in their "glitz" c...
#527 Judy & Bob's 45th Anniversary Vow Renewal
May 25, 2022 07:30 - 43 minutes - 20.5 MBThis week, Judy Lasley shares the story of her 45th anniversary vow renewal at the Wedding Pavilion, with a reception at the Whitehall Room & Patio and a dessert party at World Showcase Plaza in EPCOT. Because their wedding was sadly overshadowed by the unexpected passing of Judy's dad, she and Bob decided a vow renewal at their favorite place would help them take back their day while celebrating with their multigenerational family! Today, Judy shares lots of great tips for having the event ...
#526 Alyssa & Christofer's At-Home Disney Wedding
May 18, 2022 07:05 - 44 minutes - 19.3 MBToday, Alyssa Clements Wilhelm shares the story of her wedding at the Park Chateau Estate & Gardens East Brunswick, NJ. Alyssa and Christofer originally planned to have a Magic Kingdom After Hours Wedding. But a combination of the mid-week, early January date they were given and the possibility that the event could be moved to a ballroom due to weather or park hours led them to switch to an at-home venue that could be tailored to the fairy tale vision they'd planned. Today Alyssa shares all ...
#525 Gabby & Sean's Trader Sam's Wedding
May 11, 2022 07:05 - 32 minutes - 18.5 MBThis week, Gabby Hoyt shares the story of her ceremony at Luau Pointe, reception at Trader Sam's and surprise dessert party at Germany Promenade A—complete with Frozen Ever After ride mix-in! Gabby's parents are in the wedding industry, so she knew that for her own wedding she wanted the unique kind of event only Disney can provide. Today you'll hear her best tips and tricks, including her favorite menu items and money-saving tips—like how she incorporated speeches and first dances into the ...
#524 Jessica & Ryan's GM Lounge Wedding
May 04, 2022 07:05 - 29 minutes - 14.9 MBToday, Jessica Doran shares the story of her ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, reception at GM Lounge and dessert party at Living Seas Salon and a ride mix-in on Soarin’. You’ll hear how she chose these venues, which elements and activities she prioritized, and her top advice for anyone planning a Disney wedding. Jessica also shares tips from her Animal Kingdom rehearsal dinner, complete with a ride mix-in on the Safari! Click here to see all the photos!
#523 Faith & Ian's Tree of Life Wedding
April 27, 2022 07:05 - 27 minutes - 14.6 MBThis week, Faith Burgos shares the story of her ceremony at Animal Kingdom's Tree of Life and reception at the Grand Floridian Convention Center's Whitehall Room & Patio. Faith and Ian really wanted an Animal Kingdom wedding, but they originally chose a Disney resort venue because they were worried the park would be too expensive and that their guests wouldn't want to get up so early. But when COVID canceled those plans, they decided to go for their dream venue when they rescheduled! Today F...
#522 Kris & Rudy's Four Seasons Wedding
April 20, 2022 07:30 - 37 minutes - 18.4 MBToday, Kris and Rudy Bochek share the story of their Four Seasons Walt Disney World ceremony in the Grand Ballroom Foyer and reception at Capa. When their 2020 Disney wedding at the Wedding Pavilion and the Beach Club was cancelled due to COVID, Kris and Rudy had to start planning all over again. They ended up falling in love with the Four Seasons when they booked a dining reservation there on a whim! Today you'll hear how they chose their venues, worked with vendors, and created a full-week...
#521 Phil & Steve's Attic Wedding
April 13, 2022 07:05 - 38 minutes - 21.3 MBThis week, Phil and Steve Jones-Harrison share the story of their wedding and reception at The Attic at BoardWalk Inn. When rain made it impossible to hold the ceremony at Sea Breeze Point, Phil and Steve requested to use their reception venue instead of the usual rain backup (Harbor Club Breezeway). Disney was able to rearrange The Attic to accommodate the ceremony and then change it back into a reception venue in just 20 minutes! Today, Phil and Steve discuss the planning process, including...
#520 Jennifer & Raphael's American Adventure Rotunda Wedding
April 06, 2022 07:05 - 25 minutes - 14.5 MBToday, Jennifer Port shares the story of her Christmastime ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, Harmonious prereception at Italy Isola, and reception at American Adventure Rotunda—plus a welcome party at Yacht & Beach Club’s Shipwreck Beach! You’ll hear how they incorporated Raphael’s career as a firefighter for Walt Disney World’s Reedy Creek Fire Department, plus how Raphael was able to surprise Jennifer at the reception with a performance by her all-time favorite group, Voices of Liberty! ...
#519 Jasmine & Joshua's Paradise Cove Wedding
March 30, 2022 07:30 - 19 minutes - 11.4 MBThis week, Jasmine and Joshua Terrell share the story of their wedding and cake-cutting at Paradise Cove. You'll hear how they chose this economical alternative to a Disney wedding just minutes from Walt Disney World, plus the story of Joshua's dramatic speedboat entrance to the James Bond theme! And they share their best tips for anyone interested in planning a wedding or a vow renewal at Paradise Cove. Click here to see all the photos!
#518 Rebecca & Dylan's Beach Club Wedding
March 23, 2022 07:05 - 19 minutes - 12.7 MBThis week, Rebecca Norris shares the story of her beach-themed wedding, with an Italy Plaza ceremony, an Ariel’s reception, and a bridal portrait session in Magic Kingdom! Rebecca tells how she and Dylan chose their venues, where they saved and splurged, and why she recommends getting up early to do Magic Kingdom photos the morning of your wedding. Click here to see all the photos!
#517 Danielle & Evan's California Grill Wedding
March 16, 2022 07:05 - 18 minutes - 11.4 MBToday, Danielle Moore shares the story of her ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, reception at California Grill and dessert party at Terrace des Fleurs. You'll hear how she and Evan chose those venues, as well as the ways they saved in order to afford an appearance by Mickey, Minnie and Danielle's all-time favorite Disney character, Marie from Aristocats! You'll also hear about their bridal portrait sessions inside all four parks at Walt Disney World. Click here to see all the photos!
#516 Laura & John's Luau Pointe Wedding
March 09, 2022 08:30 - 20 minutes - 10.6 MBThis week, Laura and John Kluck share the story of their elopement at Luau Pointe and celebratory meal at Bull & Bear Restaurant at the Waldorf Astoria. Laura and John met online during the pandemic, and he proposed 10 months later via a heart-shaped Buffalo Chicken Wing pizza! When they learned that Disney weddings were more affordable than they expected, they decided to add a wedding to the trip they were planning to EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival in just 5 months! Today they s...
#515 Lucina & Kenneth's Grand Floridian Wedding
March 02, 2022 08:30 - 25 minutes - 13.1 MBToday, Dr. Lucina Smith shares the story of her Wedding Pavilion ceremony and Grand Floridian Convention Center celebration! She was able to afford all her must-haves—including Cinderella's Glass Coach and an appearance by Mickey—by making smart trade-offs, like minimizing floral and décor, bringing her own speaker, and pairing a small cake with a sheet cake. In this episode, you'll hear her best tips for making your own Disney wedding dream affordable too! Click here to see all the photos!
#514 Jamie & Chris' Pandora Wedding
February 23, 2022 08:05 - 19 minutes - 10.9 MBThis week, Jamie Younger-Esteves shares the story of her ceremony in Pandora: World of Avatar and reception at Germany Promenade, with a dessert party later that night at the Grand Floridian Marina. You’ll hear how she was able to keep her wedding to the Event Minimum Expenditure by foregoing unnecessary floral and décor in a venue as highly themed as Pandora—while still enhancing guest experience with ride mix-ins on Na’vi River Journey and Flight of Passage! Jamie also discusses the planni...
#513 Dani & Jadon's Oak Manor Lawn Wedding
February 16, 2022 08:05 - 19 minutes - 11.1 MBToday, Dani Marentette shares the story of her ceremony at Port Orleans Riverside’s Oak Manor Lawn and reception at Italy Isola in EPCOT. Two of her top priorities were photography and Cinderella’s Glass Coach. Today she talks about how she carefully picked the season and time of day for her wedding—and even shortened the ceremony—to be able to get as many “golden hour” photos with the coach as possible! She also shares how she was able to incorporate Harmonious photos by holding her recepti...
#512 Marissa & Michael's Magic Kingdom After Hours Wedding
February 09, 2022 08:05 - 33 minutes - 17.8 MBThis week, Marissa Martin shares the story of her Magic Kingdom After Hours wedding, including a ceremony in the Hub, a Greatest Showman-themed reception at Storybook Circus, and a dessert party at EPCOT’s Eau de France. You’ll hear how she and Michael chose these venues, customized their menus, and worked within Magic Kingdom’s many restrictions and requirements. Marissa also discusses where she saved (décor!) and splurged (fireworks during the first kiss!), andshe offers lots of great tip...
#511 Lily & Orlando's Beauty & the Beast Wedding
February 02, 2022 08:05 - 21 minutes - 10.8 MBToday, Lily Alicea shares the story of her ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, reception at Whitehall Room & Patio, and dessert party at UK Lochside. You’ll hear how she was able to achieve her top priority—gorgeous floral and décor—by assembling a team of outside vendors and hiring a day-of coordinator to execute her vision for a Beauty and the Beast-themed event. Lily also shares how she added a welcome party at Tamu Tamu Courtyard, including a ride mix-in on Flight of Passage. Plus she shar...
#510 Katie & Daniel's Coronado Springs Wedding
January 26, 2022 08:05 - 28 minutes - 14.5 MBThis week, Katie Sconce shares the story of her ceremony at Coronado Springs’ Destino Plaza and reception at Casitas Courtyard. When COVID cancelled their original wedding plans, Katie and Daniel were married in their living room. But they were able to celebrate with friends and family in 2021 with a fairy tale vow renewal at Walt Disney World! Katie chose Coronado Springs for both the ceremony and reception because she loved the Deluxe amenities at Moderate prices and the Disney theming tha...
#509 Lauren & Rob's EPCOT Wedding
January 19, 2022 08:05 - 43 minutes - 24 MBToday, Lauren Fox Griffith shares the story of her ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, cocktail hour at Italy Isola, and reception at EPCOT’s American Adventure Rotunda. She discusses how she and Rob chose these venues, gives detailed menu recommendations, and covers their top priorities while planning. You’ll also hear how Lauren chose Disney’s Landau Coach over Cinderella’s Glass Coach, plus her advice on a non-traditional approach to the first look that became the highlight of her day. Cl...
#508 How to Start Planning Your Disney World Wedding
January 12, 2022 09:10 - 43 minutes - 27.2 MBWhether you’ve been planning your Walt Disney World wedding in your head for years or you just discovered that Disney does weddings, today’s show has the steps and tips that will set you on the path to your dream Disney’s Fairy Tale Wedding or vow renewal. Disney bride Sam Hacker and I will cover how pricing works—including how to stick to the lowest Event Minimum Expenditure—how to book your event, and how the planning process works. Sam also shares details and advice from her own ceremony ...
#507 Raechel & Brit's Napa Room Wedding
December 22, 2021 08:05 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week, Raechel Devine shares the story of her 2019 ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, reception at California Grill’s Napa Room, and welcome party at EPCOT’s UK Lochside. She and Brit also added Premier Portrait Sessions at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom, allowing them to get Christmastime photos in all four parks! Today Raechel discusses how she was able to customize California Grill’s menus to accommodate many different dietary restrictions, how she ...
#506 Sara & Jeff's Tamu Tamu Courtyard Wedding
December 15, 2021 08:05 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBToday, Sara and Jeff Mott share the story of their ceremony and celebration at Tamu Tamu Courtyard in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. When the cemetery where they were going to be married stopped holding events due to COVID, they decided to add a Haunted Mansion-themed wedding to their upcoming vacation at Walt Disney World. They loved the dramatic lighting and artful decay of Tamu Tamu Courtyard so much, they became the first couple to hold a ceremony and a celebration there. Today you’ll hear how...
#505 Sophia & Kevin's Grand Floridian Wedding
December 08, 2021 08:05 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBThis week, Sophia and Kevin Regan share the story of their Wedding Pavilion ceremony, Grand Floridian Convention Center reception, Italy Isola dessert party and Luau Beach welcome party. They were planning a 350-person at-home wedding for 2022 when COVID hit and caused them to reexamine their priorities. At the end of a trip to Walt Disney World, they were waiting to board a plane home when they decided to switch to a 2021 Disney wedding! Today you'll hear how they chose their venues, which ...
#504 Lola & Bryan's Tree of Life Wedding
December 01, 2021 08:05 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBToday, Lola Calderon Monfeldt shares the story of her 10pm ceremony at Animal Kingdom's Tree of Life, followed by brunch at Rainforest Cafe at Disney Springs the next morning. You'll hear how she and Bryan scrapped their plans for a large wedding at home in Puerto Rico due to COVID-19, then chose Walt Disney World for a smaller event after watching the Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings TV show. Lola discusses the requirements and restrictions of the Tree of Life venue, whether the lighting packag...
#503 Kelci & Austin's Narcoossee's Wedding
November 24, 2021 08:05 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBThis week, Kelci Marsee shares the story of her Wedding Pavilion ceremony and Narcoossee's reception! After pricing out a local wedding and realizing they'd be able to get married and have a vacation for less at Walt Disney World, she and Austin planned their Disney wedding in less than four months. Kelci discusses how she was reluctant to give up the idea of an evening wedding but ended up loving the brunch event they had (two words: Mickey waffles)! Plus, she shares how Disney made it up t...
#502 Kimberly & Luke's GM Lounge Wedding
November 17, 2021 08:05 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBToday, Kimberly Bade shares the story of her 2019 ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion and reception at GM Lounge at EPCOT, complete with a ride mix-in on Soarin'! You'll hear how she and Luke chose these venues, where they splurged and saved, and Kimberly's top tips for menu and party planning (hint: get an extra bartender!). You'll also hear about her epic pre-getting-ready photo session with her bridesmaids around the Polynesian Village Resort, including a hilarious mishap that ended up being...
Kimberly & Luke's GM Lounge Wedding
November 17, 2021 08:05 - 14.8 MBToday, Kimberly Bade shares the story of her 2019 ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion and reception at GM Lounge at EPCOT, complete with a ride mix-in on Soarin'! You'll hear how she and Luke chose these venues, where they splurged and saved, and Kimberly's top tips for menu and party planning (hint: get an extra bartender!). You'll also hear about her epic pre-getting-ready photo session with her bridesmaids around the Polynesian Village Resort, including a hilarious mishap that ended up being...
#501 Alesha & Dilin's Tower of Terror Wedding
November 10, 2021 08:05 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBThis week, Alesha DeCample shares the story of her ceremony at Tower of Terror and celebration at Italy Isola, with bridal portrait sessions at Magic Kingdom and the Grand Floridian. Alesha shares how she and Dilin chose their venues, including how they worked within the restrictions and requirements of an after-hours event in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. She also discusses menus items and cake flavors, the timeline for an after-hours event, and her favorite splurge: the aisle petal swirl see...
#500 Bailey & Allen's EPCOT Wedding
November 03, 2021 07:05 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBToday on the 500th episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Disney bride Bailey Dowling shares the story of her ceremony at Italy Isola, reception at California Grill and dessert party at Living Seas Salon and UK Lochside, with a ride mix-in on Soarin’! Bailey’s top priority was getting bridal portraits with the Harmonious fireworks show, and today she discusses what the view is like from the UK and how much her guests loved the experience. She also shares how she customized California Grill’s...
#499 Bayley & Chris' Waldorf Astoria Orlando Wedding
October 27, 2021 07:05 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBThis week, Chris Dildey shares the story of his ceremony at the Signature Island and reception at the Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf Astoria at Walt Disney World. Although he had initially wanted a Yacht Club Disney wedding with a Swan & Dolphin reception, he knew by the way Bayley lit up when they toured the Waldorf that this was the venue for them! Today Chris shares his top tips for finding vendors and incorporating Disney touches into your wedding, as well as his best planning advice for ...
#498 Vanessa & Sam's Grand Floridian Wedding
October 20, 2021 07:05 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBToday, Vanessa Gallagher shares the story of her March 2020 ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, cake and Champagne celebration at the Grand Floridian’s Grand Terrace, and reception at Paddlefish. You’ll hear how she and Sam plussed their event with bridal portrait sessions at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, followed by informal photos with Disney characters at Chef Mickey’s. Plus, Vanessa shares lots of great advice for those planning events at Paddlefish, including top menu items and the one part of...
#497 Allison & Grady's Animal Kingdom Wedding
October 13, 2021 07:05 - 10 minutes - 9.5 MBThis week, Allison Antich shares the story of her June 2021 ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion and reception at Animal Kingdom's Yak & Yeti Restaurant. Originally, Allison chose Expedition Everest for her reception based on a photo in Carrie Hayward's Fairytale Weddings Guide. Although rain forced the party to move to Yak & Yeti, it didn't stop guests from enjoying Allison and Grady's surprise gift to them: a buyout of Expedition Everest so that they could ride it any time they wanted througho...
#496 Nicole & Joe's EPCOT Wedding
October 06, 2021 07:05 - 22 minutes - 19.9 MBToday, Nicole Patterson shares the story of her ceremony at Italy Isola, pre-reception at Germany Promenade, reception at Atlantic Dance Hall and dessert party at Terrace des Fleurs. Although she’d dreamed of a wedding at BoardWalk Inn’s Croquet Court since the age of 9, Nicole ended up loving her Italy ceremony after Disney’s mask restrictions led her and Joe to switch venues. Adding a pre-reception inside the park allowed them to treat their guests like VIPs who had all of World Showcase t...
#495 Lauren & Matthew's Grand Floridian Wedding
September 29, 2021 07:05 - 18 minutes - 16.1 MBThis week, Lauren Rotuno shares the story of her February 2020 ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion and reception at the Grand Floridian Convention Center’s St. Augustine Ballroom. Lauren is a lifelong Disney fan who converted Matthew on his first trip, so it was natural for them to hold their wedding at Walt Disney World. On today’s show, you’ll hear how she saved big by using outside vendors for floral and décor, which menu items her guests are still raving about, and her best tips for anyone...
#494 Wedding Planning Process Updates
September 22, 2021 07:05 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBAlthough the basics of planning a Disney’s Fairy Tale Wedding at Walt Disney World remain the same, the way Disney handles the planning process has changed significantly in the wake of COVID-related staff cuts. This week I am joined by Sara Fader, who is planning her 21st anniversary vow renewal at Tower of Terror, to discuss all the changes to Disney’s planning process in Florida, from the Zoom planning sessions and shortened planning timeline to the group menu-tasting event and even the ne...
#493 Syreeta & David's EPCOT Wedding
September 15, 2021 07:05 - 14 minutes - 12.4 MBThis week, Syreeta Garabini shares the story of her UK Gazebo Courtyard ceremony and Terrace des Fleurs celebration at EPCOT. After she and David had their Disney Cruise Line wedding cancelled twice due to COVID-19, they decided to switch to an event at Walt Disney World just six weeks before their date! Today you’ll hear how Syreeta was able to plan on a shortened timeline (using photos and info from this podcast and the Fairytale Weddings Guide!), which savory foods she added to their cak...
#492 Connor & Michael's Disney Cruise Wedding
September 08, 2021 07:05 - 17 minutes - 15.2 MBThis week, Connor Templeton shares the story of her 2019 wedding aboard the Disney Fantasy, with a ceremony in the Atrium and a celebration in Outlook. Connor knew she wanted to be married aboard the Disney Cruise Line from a young age, and choosing a 7-day cruise allowed her and Michael to spend plenty of time with their guests. Today you’ll hear how they chose their ceremony and reception venues, what Connor did about hair and makeup for the big day, and why they decided to use the ship’s ...
#491 Hannah & Chris' Grand Floridian Wedding
September 01, 2021 07:05 - 22 minutes - 19.5 MBToday, Hannah Brian shares the story of her Wedding Pavilion ceremony, Grand Floridian Ballroom reception and Terrace des Fleurs dessert party in EPCOT. Hannah and Chris knew from the start they wanted to be married at the Wedding Pavilion, and they were sold on the Grand Floridian for their reception when they saw another couple's wedding there during a site visit. Today, Hannah shares her top wedding planning tips, including where she saved so she could splurge on reception floral and déc...
#490 Katy & Devin's Sea Breeze Point Wedding
August 25, 2021 07:05 - 15 minutes - 14 MBThis week, Katy Barnhart shares the story of her Sea Breeze Point ceremony and Marvin Gardens reception at BoardWalk Inn Conference Center. Katy and Devin’s hometowns are 1,800 miles apart, so Walt Disney World seemed like the perfect compromise for a destination wedding in February 2020. Today you’ll hear how they chose their venues, which brunch menu items were their favorite, and how they budgeted for their Valentine’s Day-themed floral and décor. And Katy shares how Disney surprised them...