Welcome Home, Denise! Thanks so much for making a return trip to planDisney. I'm so glad to hear you have a special birthday celebration planned for 2025 - and that you'll be visiting your
Disney Vacation Club Home Resort for the first time! It's my pleasure to offer some tips to add a little extra magic to the festivities.
Disney's Beach Club Villas is one of my favorite DVC resorts. It reminds me of a beautiful seaside resort you would find on the East Coast, with all of the comforts of "Home." From the wonderful smell in the lobby (sources say it's green clover and aloe) to the practically perfect location, it's a terrific spot to spend your vacation!
To start the celebrations, stop by the Front Desk in the main building (where Guests check in for both the main resort and the Villas) to pick up a Happy Birthday button for your son. He'll hear lots of good wishes from Cast Members and Guests, and may even be the beneficiary of some surprise pixie dust here and there!
Depending on your son's interests, there are all sorts of activities your family may enjoy, from a relaxing
golf outing to Signature Dining experiences. The Beach Club's proximity to
EPCOT means that your family can have a lot of fun just a short walk from your accommodations. At the various countries in World Showcase, you'll find many special drinks that your newly minted 21-year-old may enjoy. Some favorites from my planDisney pals include:
Denise, when we stay at the Beach Club, we love to visit
Jellyrolls - this is a really fun piano bar on the Boardwalk. It tends to be crowded, so I recommend arriving early to snag a table. Come with a couple of song suggestions for the dueling pianists - I have never seen them stumped!
For a fun birthday dinner, there's something to suit even the pickiest palate.
Yachtsman Steakhouse, located next door at
Disney's Yacht Club Resort, is excellent! You could also take the Disney Skyliner (there is a station at the International Gateway entrance to EPCOT) to
Disney's Riviera Resort for a memorable meal at
Topolino's Terrace - Flavors of the Riviera, or head to the Magic Kingdom area for a celebration and prime fireworks views at
California Grill (
Disney's Contemporary Resort). And if you're looking for a special birthday gift,
Disney Springs is a great spot for your son to pick out something to commemorate this milestone and remember your vacation!
I hope this information is helpful for your planning, Denise! Please stop by planDisney again anytime if we can help with other questions to add a little extra magic to your travels.
Stay Magical!
Susan