BBB and CRT ressie help!

[lolobug]

Hello fellow dis-lovers!
I would like to schedule (2) for BBB ressie's at MK followed by a "brunch" at CRT. We are NOT big breakfast eaters so I would like to book the last seating for CRT breakfast. What time ressie would you request for BBB? Can both girls have their makeovers at the same time? Any their magical suggestions for this special occasion? Thanks!

 

[luvmy2babies]

If you haven't reached the 180 day mark, which is the first day you can call in to book BBB and CRT, I'd try to get a pre-park opening appointment at the boutique for them. I think the earliest you can book is 8:05. That is what I would go for if getting up that early won't be a problem.

 

[JJZMgailey]

I'm looking at My Disney Experience and breakfast is typically served from 8:05-10:40 a.m. at Cinderella's Royal Table. I usually allow about an hour for a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique appt, so if you want the latest breakfast seating at 10:40, you should be just peachy with a 9:00 appt time at the BBB. They can typically make appts at the same time as long as those times are available. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that you're at least 180 days away from your vacation because this is an extremely popular scenario!

 

[lolobug]

If you haven't reached the 180 day mark, which is the first day you can call in to book BBB and CRT, I'd try to get a pre-park opening appointment at the boutique for them. I think the earliest you can book is 8:05. That is what I would go for if getting up that early won't be a problem.

Do you know how long the makeovers take? We will most likely book the basic package for both (hair, makeup, nails I think are included, too?)

 

[lolobug]

I'm looking at My Disney Experience and breakfast is typically served from 8:05-10:40 a.m. at Cinderella's Royal Table. I usually allow about an hour for a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique appt, so if you want the latest breakfast seating at 10:40, you should be just peachy with a 9:00 appt time at the BBB. They can typically make appts at the same time as long as those times are available. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that you're at least 180 days away from your vacation because this is an extremely popular scenario!

Thanks! We are going in April 2016, so I believe October is the 180 day mark

 

[luvmy2babies]

Do you know how long the makeovers take? We will most likely book the basic package for both (hair, makeup, nails I think are included, too?)

Yes, there is a hair, makeup and nail package. My daughter's usually took about 45 minutes. She has really thick hair just past her shoulders. The earlier their appointments though you cancel out the wait factor. They will not have had a chance to get backed up early in the morning. And you should get out in plenty of time to take some pictures with the castle as a backdrop, then go over to Castle Couture (across the walkway) for the photo session. There will also sometimes be a line here and you will need more time for your session with 2 girls. Then you're not rushing to CRT, where you'll need to check in 15 minutes before your ADR.

 

[JJZMgailey]

Thanks! We are going in April 2016, so I believe October is the 180 day mark

Absolutely! Woo hoo!!!

Just a little tip, if you're staying in a Walt Disney World [owned and operated] Resort hotel, you can make your reservations 180 days prior to your check-in date as well as up to 10 days of your vacation! I usually recommend that you do it a couple of days after you arrive for the best chance on getting your preferred times.

 

[lolobug]

Yes, there is a hair, makeup and nail package. My daughter's usually took about 45 minutes. She has really thick hair just past her shoulders. The earlier their appointments though you cancel out the wait factor. They will not have had a chance to get backed up early in the morning. And you should get out in plenty of time to take some pictures with the castle as a backdrop, then go over to Castle Couture (across the walkway) for the photo session. There will also sometimes be a line here and you will need more time for your session with 2 girls. Then you're not rushing to CRT, where you'll need to check in 15 minutes before your ADR.

Thanks for the suggestions! Are the castle couture photos included in the memory maker package?

 

[lolobug]

Absolutely! Woo hoo!!!

Just a little tip, if you're staying in a Walt Disney World [owned and operated] Resort hotel, you can make your reservations 180 days prior to your check-in date as well as up to 10 days of your vacation! I usually recommend that you do it a couple of days after you arrive for the best chance on getting your preferred times.

Thanks! Last time my oldest daughter had her makeover the night before we left. It was a VERY special last night at Disney, however, this time I thought it would be more fun to have them done earlier so the girls could be princesses in MK! However, we are going in April and I know they will want to use the pool, should we do it the day before we go in the morning so that they can be princesses in MK but not miss out on the pool up until that point? Thoughts?

 

[luvmy2babies]

Thanks for the suggestions! Are the castle couture photos included in the memory maker package?

Yes, if you have memory maker, they can scan all of the photos they take onto your magic band (or photo card if you are staying off site and don't have a band). If you're not sold on Memory Maker, this is a great reason to get it. Just having all of your BBB photos alone to share and print as you please is about enough. They take photos during the makeover as well.

 

[Hootch]

I agree with the advice to book a per-opening appointment if possible. I think it is nice to have some time to take pictures around the castle prior to eating. The murals, caroussel and the Cinderella Fountains are places we usually hit.

 

[lolobug]

Yes, if you have memory maker, they can scan all of the photos they take onto your magic band (or photo card if you are staying off site and don't have a band). If you're not sold on Memory Maker, this is a great reason to get it. Just having all of your BBB photos alone to share and print as you please is about enough. They take photos during the makeover as well.

Thanks, I am on the fence about the memory maker but I think it might be a good idea. Our family is one of those families, that never seems to take the time to take pictures. My girls are growing up way too fast, our family needs pictures of good times!

 

[lolobug]

I agree with the advice to book a per-opening appointment if possible. I think it is nice to have some time to take pictures around the castle prior to eating. The murals, caroussel and the Cinderella Fountains are places we usually hit.

Great suggestions, I will make sure to scout out these hot spots!