• On Feb 14, 2018
    Adrienne from LA Asked Note: This answer was provided prior to the change to planDisney and may still contain references to Disney Parks Moms Panel.

    Experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi Jill! So excited that I found your post regarding school field trips. I will be traveling with a group of middle school students (30) March 2019. I submitted a registration form and just awaiting approval. My questions are: fundraisers, travel, dining

    Welcome to the Disney Parks Moms Panel, Adrienne!

    I'm so glad you found me! I would be honored and delighted to help you plan your spring 2019 school field trip to Walt Disney World Resort. I'll imagine we're sitting together in the faculty lounge over a cup of hot tea discussing strategies. Sound good?

    First, if you haven't done so already, get approval from the school administration and settle on firm dates for your trip. Have a clear purpose (music performance, curriculum-based classes, athletic competition...) when you pitch the trip to the administration. They need to know that this is Disney with a purpose.

    Second, reach out to the Disney Youth Office to get 2019 prices on theme park admission tickets and guest rooms. (You must reserve at least 10 rooms to get the group rate.) You'll need those prices to establish a budget. The budget will guide many choices and help your students understand how much fundraising will be required.

    Also key to the budget will be transportation. Reach out to local bus companies to get quotes if you plan to travel by land. However, don't assume that flying won't save you money. Visit the websites of the major carriers at your closest international airport regularly to monitor prices. Also, reach out to the groups offices at those airlines to inquire about discounts.

    Several amazing Disney restaurants can handle a group as big as yours. I highly recommend 'Ohana, Whispering Canyon Cafe, Boma, Biergarten Restaurant and Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria. For groups, advance reservations are critical. Furthermore, the meal coupons available through the Disney Youth Office can help streamline the process of paying for quick service meals during your trip.

    Please feel free to send additional questions about on-site transportation, age-appropriate activities and fun surprises for your students.

    Happy planning,
    Jill
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Meet the Panelist: Jill, New Jersey

Lesson plans, college plans, vacation plans...as a teacher, college counselor, and incurable Disney fan I find myself constantly planning.  I love to share advice with friends who have yet to experience all that Walt Disney World has to offer! Learn More About Jill

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