Escape Receptions

[gemmybear83]

Is Ariel's still available? I had thought that it was closing.

I think they keep saying this and it gets put back. My planner said if it rains on our wedding day (this isnt until December) our Yacht Club ceremony will either be moved to the conference centre or Ariels if its free.

 

[princessrebekah]

Thanks everyone. What is the Rachel Wall Buffett thats available at Ariels? It would just be so much easier for everyone if Disney posted all types of buffets and meals menus and prices available on their website!

Gemmybear, I would really apprecite that ost when you have decided!

 

[loly75]

bump i;m curious about the buffet as well

 

[Nikisha421]

You need 10 posts to post a URL link!

So I will put them in my next post!

They are for the BW and CG.

It's worth bearing in mind that Escape private receptions run to two hours max, no dancing or DJ.

You also have bar options, we are doing a hosted beer, wine and spirits bar. I have the links to those if you want them.

I didnt realize that Escape receptions could only run TWO HOURS MAX...with no DJ and NO DANCING!!!

 

[lurkyloo]

Thanks everyone. What is the Rachel Wall Buffett thats available at Ariels? It would just be so much easier for everyone if Disney posted all types of buffets and meals menus and prices available on their website!

Disney uses a global menu system now, so the same menus are available everywhere - you don't need specific menus for each location. (California Grill is the exception.)

Also, you are not restricted to just the menus Disney gives you - you can create a custom one to suit your taste and budget.

This site is a good resource for past menus to get ideas from:

http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/ftw/wdw/menus.html

I didnt realize that Escape receptions could only run TWO HOURS MAX...with no DJ and NO DANCING!!!

That's how they keep a distinction between Escape and Wishes weddings. However, now that the Wishes minimum is down to $10,000 for 4-hour receptions that start before 2pm, many people are finding they can switch to a Wishes wedding for just a little more.

 

[Boardwalk_bride]

That's how they keep a distinction between Escape and Wishes weddings. However, now that the Wishes minimum is down to $10,000 for 4-hour receptions that start before 2pm, many people are finding they can switch to a Wishes wedding for just a little more.

If you have an Escape, and are already spending the Wishes min, talk to your planner, and they will probably let you extend it.

My Escape reception is extended because I am way over the wishes minimum, but I have to keep serving alcohol during the extra time.

 

[girli565]

If you have an Escape, and are already spending the Wishes min, talk to your planner, and they will probably let you extend it.

My Escape reception is extended because I am way over the wishes minimum, but I have to keep serving alcohol during the extra time.

That's good that they're letting you do that!

 

[Boardwalk_bride]

That's good that they're letting you do that!

Yes, I am really happy! They have been really understanding about my issues with the new Wishes minimums, when I have an Escape that is over that. I'm really happy they were able to work with me on it, since I didn't want to start all over again!

 

[Nikisha421]

I okay I see...as soon as I find out if I have gotten my dates I need to get my numbers together...I don't mind the reception only being two hours but I sure do mind not having a DJ

 

[girli565]

Yes, I am really happy! They have been really understanding about my issues with the new Wishes minimums, when I have an Escape that is over that. I'm really happy they were able to work with me on it, since I didn't want to start all over again!

I'm glad they worked it out, I would be upset too if this was happening to me.

 

[Sarah84]

I'm having our lunch reception at the Napa Room in CG. We are doing a buffet menu and bill on call bar. The room minimums for lunch are $1000. Very reasonable for the great location.

How did you arrange this as I thought in Cali grill you had to use their menu if you was using either of the rooms?
Although I want to book it for after 6pm so probably would never reach the $3000 min for about 18 people

 

[girli565]

How did you arrange this as I thought in Cali grill you had to use their menu if you was using either of the rooms?
Although I want to book it for after 6pm so probably would never reach the $3000 min for about 18 people

You arrange it through your wedding planner. YOu do have to use their menus but they are very good menus, and for lunch they are no more than $48/person.

After 6pm the minimums go up to $3000 so it may be difficult with 18 people.

 

[Sarah84]

You arrange it through your wedding planner. YOu do have to use their menus but they are very good menus, and for lunch they are no more than $48/person.

After 6pm the minimums go up to $3000 so it may be difficult with 18 people.

Thanks