Ideas for adult only trip

[BridgetR3]

Thank you all! Your ideas are wonderful and we took many of your suggestions. One thing we are doing that I don't think was suggested here is the Make Your Own Mosaic art at Coronado Springs. I know it is totally random and probably kiddy but it's something I found that I think would make a great decoration in my classroom!

 

[Indio]

Go to House of Blues at Disney Springs and take in a concert! We did this in Vegas and had a blast!

 

[glocon]

Definitely agree that Savor the Savanna is a great experience. One of my favorites that we ever did at WDW.

The other thing that is a must do for us is the La Cava Experience at the Mexico pavilion.
There are tequila ambassadors that are passionate about the drink and teach all about it. Also, you sample something like 5-6 tequila’s, 2 mezcals and then a margarita. It’s very informative and fun.

 

[leebee]

Thank you all! Your ideas are wonderful and we took many of your suggestions. One thing we are doing that I don't think was suggested here is the Make Your Own Mosaic art at Coronado Springs. I know it is totally random and probably kiddy but it's something I found that I think would make a great decoration in my classroom!

One thing that DH and I love to do every trip is go to Geyser Springs bar at Wilderness Lodge. We try to get there about an hour before the fireworks start. We have some noshes and a drink, and watch the fireworks from the little beach behind the bar. The bartenders were fine with us leaving our spot at the bar to go watch and come back. We like to access WL by boat from MK, rather than bus. Makes it more of an "evening out."

Definitely agree that Savor the Savanna is a great experience. One of my favorites that we ever did at WDW.

The other thing that is a must do for us is the La Cava Experience at the Mexico pavilion.
There are tequila ambassadors that are passionate about the drink and teach all about it. Also, you sample something like 5-6 tequila’s, 2 mezcals and then a margarita. It’s very informative and fun.

Where/how do you sign up for this?

 

[2vets]

Nomad Lounge right as it opens (10:30). Nothing beats sitting on the wraparound porch solo or with your partner/adult friend, it’s glorious.

After Hours - always wonderful!

Also, you could consider Celebration at the Top at the Contemporary. These are sporadic, but if one happens during your visit, they are usually an adult crowd (no kids’ pricing) and a great value if you enjoy adult beverages! And you get your own FW viewing away from the rest of the California Grill crowd and chaos.

 

[Simba's Mom]

Here's something in Animal Kingdom-take the trails around the Tree of Life. Get up close to all the animal carvings. Walk through the little cave under the waterfall (as in the picture). Last I remember, the trail can be accessed by looking to the right shortly after passing Pizzafari. Another thing is watching the veterinary procedures at Rafiki's Planet Watch. What you'll see is completely hit or miss in terms of interest-I've had once or twice when I've spent over 2 1/2 hours there, but I've had many a time when I've spent about 10-15 minutes there. Vet procedures are done every day from 10:00 am until they're done-some days they go until 12:30, other days they only have enough for an hour or so.

 

[glocon]

One thing that DH and I love to do every trip is go to Geyser Springs bar at Wilderness Lodge. We try to get there about an hour before the fireworks start. We have some noshes and a drink, and watch the fireworks from the little beach behind the bar. The bartenders were fine with us leaving our spot at the bar to go watch and come back. We like to access WL by boat from MK, rather than bus. Makes it more of an "evening out."

Where/how do you sign up for this?

On the mde app.
Just look up “La Cava Experience

 

[glocon]

One thing that DH and I love to do every trip is go to Geyser Springs bar at Wilderness Lodge. We try to get there about an hour before the fireworks start. We have some noshes and a drink, and watch the fireworks from the little beach behind the bar. The bartenders were fine with us leaving our spot at the bar to go watch and come back. We like to access WL by boat from MK, rather than bus. Makes it more of an "evening out."

Where/how do you sign up for this?

On the mde app. Just look up “La Cava Experience “ and you can reserve it that way.
So worth it!!!
I hope you go.

 

[goofyernmost]

I have to admit that I could not possibly help with that. Since my first visit with my young children in 1983 I have been 44 more times to WDW, 1 time to Disneyland and 1 time to Disneyland Paris.

In all those year and all those times I never went there with any change in mind, with or without children and many years solo. The charm of WDW or Disney Parks in general are what imbedded itself in some part of my brain and hasn't let go. I had the same amount of fun at Pirates, Haunted, CoP, SSE, American Adventure and Energy as I did in the beginning. And all the other new things that have happened since then.

I didn't know what to expect the first trip, but they had me hooked as I entered World Drive and it never has gone away. If I discover new things it is a happy surprise but doing Disney just as an adult never crossed my mind. The last time I was able to go there I was 71 and I still got the same feeling driving in that I did when I was 35. Something about that entrance immediately triggers my inner child, who as I age gets harder and harder to come out, to leap into place and I become a kid on those rides and watching those attractions and being curious about how they manage to make those things work so well.

So, no, I cannot help with Adult things, but as much fun as it was with my kids, knowing that at their early age and even in their teens they massively desired to be in the hotel pool instead of the parks. Those requirements are cast aside when there just as an adult. Then all you have to do is what you want to do and have way fewer times that you find yourself waiting outside a bathroom. I can't speak for anyone else's kids but mine seemed to have had a hidden agenda that required that they see the inside of restrooms of every single one they passed by, or in most cases didn't pass by. Now at my age I have to make those visits more often but at least I'm not waiting outside.

 

[fbarker]

Sounds like so much fun! Congratulations on 25 years. Here are a few things my family (all adults) have done.

Sangria University at Coronado
Drinking and snacking around World Showcase
A skyliner or monorail bar crawl
Mini golf
Keys to the Kingdom tour
Go to Disney Springs late and have a drink/listen to music.


We did the caring for giants tour last January and loved it. We also did Drawn to Life. Highly recommend both.

mmmmm do you notice a theme in your suggestions? Sangria Univ., Drinking and snacking around World Showcase, skyliner bar crawl, Disney Springs have a drink. Sounds like a trip long happy hour!! *S*

 

[zdad59]

We honeymooned there in 1982.
We celebrated our 25th there.
We partied on our 40th there.
Now total empty nesters, we like to go every couple of years. Just the two of us.

I'd highly reccomend.....

• Keys to the Kingdom Tour. If you're a Disney person at all, this behind the scenes peek is a must. Also doing it without having to worry about "where the kids are" allows you to absorb even more.
• Do a fancy dinner somewhere. Doesn't have to be Victoria & Alberts, unless that's your thing. Our two favorite "fancy" dinners are Narcoosie's at the Grand Floridian and Artist Point at Wilderness Lodge. Whatever it is, find your, place and have a romantic dinner. If doable, time it so you can watch the MK fireworks after dinner.
• Definitely do a bus or carriage ride up Main St. Easy to do, just wait at the stop at the bottom of the RR station steps after you enter MK. Transportation comes by every few minutes. You feel like royalty going up Main St. We even gave the folks we passed a "Queens wave" like we were special guests or something.
• Take the time to wait in Standby lines and really soak in the pre-show details. Disney puts so much effort into the little things. Without the kids you can really soak it in.
• Stroll, don't rush from place to place. Enjoy the time and atmosphere.
• Plan for time at your resort hotel. Also, now's the time to spend the extra few bucks to go deluxe. WL is completely immersive. Beach Club is another world to get away from the hubbub of the parks. Plan time to relax. No need to go park commando anymore.

ENJOY THE HECK OUT OF YOURSELVES !!!

 

[ktink]

So many great ideas! Trader Sam's as you mentioned is a must. We really enjoy Nomad Lounge @ AK & Enchanted Rose at GF too. Jiko @ AKL is our go to date night dinner.

 

[angryduck71]

I did an adults-only girls trip. My favorite thing was the spa at Grand Floridian - so I second the couples massage idea. My son is now too cool for kiddie rides and character greets - so I did those and lots of shows. I also spent a great deal of time (as much as I could) at the bar at Galaxy’s edge - Oga’s Cantina.

 

[Dhanna22]

SO MUCH FUN!!!
My wife and do adults-only WDW trips as often as we can.
We've done quite a few trips where we haven't even gone into any parks...the resorts are awesome!
Trader Sams, Sangria University, Monorail bar crawls are all TOP-NOTCH experiences.
I would also strongly suggest dinner at Sanaa at AKL(MUST get the bread service) and dinner at the Wailulu Bar and Grill at the Poly Tower.